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Read this operation manual and the attached warranty thoroughly before use, and use the product safely and correctly. After reading this operation manual and the warranty, keep them handy for future reference. 2003-2022 SIBATA SCIENTIFIC TECHNOLOGY LTD.
Table of Contents Page Page Finding the Combined Residual Before Use Chlorine Concentration About This Operation Manual Memory Check Mode Contents of Package User Calibration Mode Safety Precautions Troubleshooting About This Product Error Displays Inspections and Names of Parts Maintenance Powder Reagents Main Specifications Consumables and...
Every effort has been made to ensure that the information in this operation manual is correct. If you discover any errors or omissions, however, please contact your Sibata representative. The copyright of this operation manual belongs to Sibata Scientific Technology Ltd.
Safety Precautions Important The precautionary information in this operation manual is provided to ensure the safe use of the product and to prevent property damage and injury to you and other people. It is all important for ensuring safety, so be sure to read it thoroughly before using the product and observe it during use.
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WARNING Do not use a power Do not allow water or supply not specified in chemicals to come in this document. contact with the Prohibited Prohibited product. Doing so may damage Doing so may result in the product. electric shock or damage to the product.
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WARNING Do not use powder or Do not swing the other reagents for other carrying case or applications. strongly tug the strap. Prohibited Prohibited Doing so may result in an Doing so may result in an accident. accident or injury. Do not leave the Do not attempt to product within reach of...
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CAUTION Do not use the product When not using the in environments where product for a long time, there is condensation remove the batteries Prohibited Mandatory or condensation is likely from the compartment. to form. Doing so may damage the Failure to do so may product.
0.00 to 2.00 mg/L. The body of sample cells is made of polyethylene terephthalate (PET). Names of Parts AQUAB Body Front [ When cell cover is open ] Cell cover Display Measurement...
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Measurement mode → Clears the zero-point value. Memory check mode → Clears all measurement data. User calibration mode → Clears user-specified conversion equation. AQUAB Body Rear and Sample Cell Connector for calibrations by the manufacturer (Note: This connector cannot be used by customers.)
Display There is sufficient battery power left. The remaining battery power is approximately 50 %. The batteries have run out. Replace with new batteries. No. Name Description This displays measurement values, various setting values, error Main display messages, and other information. Unit display In this product, concentration is displayed in terms of mg/L.
Powder Reagents The powder reagents provided with this product are prepared based on the diethyl-p-phenylenediamine method, a test method used in hygienic chemistry. When a pack of powder reagent is added to test water such as tap water or pool water that contains free residual chlorine, it is colored to between light reddish purple and dark reddish purple.
• Do not use colored powder reagents even within the expiry date. • Open powder reagent packs immediately before use. AQUAB body • When performing measurement, set the control panel surface face up and horizontal. • When inserting the sample cell in the measurement chamber, be sure to align the triangle marks.
Sample cells (Note 2) • Take care when handling sample cells to prevent them from becoming scratched. • Wipe off dirt from sample cells beforehand. • Use the same sample cell for zero-point calibration and measurement. • If the outside of a sample cell is wet, thoroughly wipe off moisture on the cell. •...
Problem Cause Corrective Action Test water containing powder reagent gradually It took too long to finish colors more heavily due to the influence of dissolved measurement after the oxygen or oxidant. Press the [MEAS.] key within 5 powder reagent was seconds of pouring the powder reagent into the poured in.
Memory Check Mode Inserting the Batteries Insert four AAA alkaline batteries into the AQUAB body. Prepare four fresh AAA alkaline batteries. Note: The batteries included with the product are only for checking operation.
Fit the four AAA alkaline batteries you have prepared into the battery compartment, making sure that their polarities are facing the correct way. Close the battery cover, and slot a coin or similar object into the groove of the battery lock and tighten it to lock.
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Quickly wipe off any dirt or water droplets on the sample cell with clean laboratory paper, for example. Note: If the sample cell is wiped with dirty paper, the dirt from that paper will transfer to the sample cell. Be sure to use clean paper. [ How to open the cell cover ] Open the cell cover, and load the sample cell in the measurement...
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Concentration Measurement When zero-point recognition is completed, remove the sample cell from the measurement chamber. Add the powder reagent to the test water inside the sample cell, close the cap, and shake the cell thoroughly so that the reagent is dissolved completely. Note: Concentration cannot be measured if zero-point recognition is not completed.
After concentration measurement Display example for 2 seconds, the resulting concentration value is displayed. Measurement values are automatically saved to the memory No. displayed. When 99 values are saved, following values are saved by overwriting the oldest values. Note that, measurement values are not saved correctly if the power is turned OFF by means other...
If you fail to do so, measurement data may not be obtained. Please be aware that in the rare event of product failure, Sibata bears no responsibility to compensate for unrecorded measurement data, and is not responsible for loss of data or for other direct or indirect damages incurred from such loss.
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Memory Clear Before clearing the memory, confirm that it will not cause any problems. Memory clear means cleaning all measurement data saved in the product. Once the memory is cleared, the data cannot be restored. Before clearing the memory, thoroughly confirm that it will not cause any problems. Change the mode to the memory Mode Selection Screen check mode by mode selection.
User Calibration Mode This product is pre-programmed with a concentration conversion equation before shipment from the factory. Normally, this equation can be used as it is. However, configure a setting in this mode when frequently measuring special samples or when you want to perform measurement using your own setting.
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Next, load the sample cell containing the solution colored to achieve the target concentration in the measurement chamber while aligning the triangle marks. Pressing the [MEAS.] key displays the final calibration concentration flashes at the same time. Using the [ZERO] and [MEAS.] keys, Display example set the target concentration value.
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Hold down the [ZERO] and [MEAS.] Display example keys at the same time for at least 5 seconds. "CLr" appears on the main display and starts flashing. When the main display changes to "---," this indicates that the reset is completed.
(wrong polarities, quantity, etc.). battery compartment correctly. Nothing Prepare new batteries, and happens Old batteries are in use. insert them in the AQUAB body. whichever key is pressed. The battery compartment is broken. Request repair. Internal parts are malfunctioning. Request repair.
If, as a result of confirmation, a malfunction is suspected, do not disassemble or repair the product by yourself. Contact your Sibata representative or the distributor where you purchased the product. When contacting them, tell them the following...
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Indication Error Name Problem Remedy Perform zero-point recognition again. Wipe off any dirt from the sample cell. If the measurement chamber The concentration of the does not light even by pressing test water being the key, request repair. Over range measured has This product cannot measure exceeded the...
Inspections and Maintenance To maintain product performance and prolong its service life, perform routine maintenance and inspections as required. Inspections Battery compartment (batteries) If the product is not operated with the batteries left inside the compartment, overdischarge may occur, resulting in liquid leakage. If the product is not to be used for an extended period of time, remove the batteries from the compartment before storing the product.
Main Specifications Model AQ-201P Measurement item Residual Chlorine Operating ambient temperature 5 °C to 40 °C Measurement range 0.00 to 2.00 mg/L Measurement principle Absorption spectrophotometry using DPD reagents Measurement method Transmission / absorption measurement Light source / sensor LED / photodiode Measurement wavelength 511 ±...
Repairs During the Warranty Period During the warranty period, repairs are performed in accordance with the terms and conditions of the warranty. For details, check the terms and conditions and contact your Sibata representative or the distributor where you purchased the product.
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(e.g. by transcription) before requesting repairs or other service work by Sibata. If you ignore the precautions in this manual or fail to create a backup, Sibata shall not be responsible for any damages resulting from lost or damaged data.
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