bluelab Soil pH Pen Care And Use Manual
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
Quick guide Before first use begins Removing and replacing the storage cap/dibber Hydration IMPORTANT - Soil pH Pen probe care To operate Information about measuring the pH of soils/media Measuring soil pH value Measuring pH value of a soil solution... -
Page 2: Features
Features Selectable units for temperature Direct pH and temperature measurements from soils/media Automatic Temperature Compensation (ATC) Backlit LCD display Low battery indicator Hold reading function Fully waterproof Integrated storage cap/dibber Auto off function Successful pH calibration indicator Fully guaranteed for 1 year Quick guide Check mark/tick to indicate successful... -
Page 3: Before First Use Begins
KCl solution from the storage cap/dibber may leak out leaving a salt-crust. This does not affect the probe and is normal. The following tasks must be performed before the Bluelab Soil pH Pen is used for the first time. Check the soil pH probe tip is covered with KCl storage solution pH probes need to be be kept wet at all times. -
Page 4: Hydration
11.0. Solution IMPORTANT - Soil pH Pen probe care To ensure you receive a long life from your Soil pH Pen, please ensure you follow the guide below. Soil pH Pen body & probe Storage cap/dibber... - Page 5 Cleaning the glassware is critical to obtaining accurate measurements. The calibration check mark will disappear from the soil pH pen screen 30 days after the last successful calibration to remind you it is time to clean and calibrate again.
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Page 6: To Operate
Measure pH a) With the storage cap/dibber on the pen, press the Soil pH Pen into the sample area until it reaches the word ‘soil’ at the top of the dibber. Remove gently from soil or substrate, leaving a small hole. -
Page 7: Information About Measuring The Ph Of Soils/Media
6.0 Information about measuring the pH of soils/media pH is the measurement of the hydrogen ion concentration (H+) - acidity and its opposite, alkalinity. Neutral pH is 7.0 pH. Acidity measures below seven pH (7.0 pH) with alkalinity measuring above it (7.0 pH). See chart below. In soils or growing media, pH strongly influences the availability of nutrients and the presence of microorganisms in the soil. - Page 8 Calibrating the Soil pH Pen at least monthly will ensure accurate readings. Cleaning the soil residue from the probe tip and storing the Soil pH Pen in a clean moist state will provide reliable readings as well as prolonging the pens life.
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Page 9: Measuring Soil Ph Value
Wait for the reading displayed to stabilize to a constant value. Record the reading. TIP: If the Soil pH Pen turns off while taking a measurement, simply press the power button to turn the Soil pH Pen back on and continue with your measurement. -
Page 10: Measuring Ph Value Of A Soil Solution
Wait for the reading displayed to stabilize to a constant value. Record the reading. If the Soil pH Pen turns off while taking a measurement, simply press the power button to turn the Soil pH Pen back on and continue with your measurement. -
Page 11: Cleaning
Remove storage cap/dibber. Rinse probe tip under fresh tap water. Fill small plastic container with clean water. Add a small amount of Bluelab pH Probe Cleaner or mild detergent (dishwashing liquid). Gently stir the probe tip in the mixture. Ensure that you do not ‘knock’ the probe on the side of the container as this may cause damage to the probe. -
Page 12: Calibration
11.0 Calibration pH calibration is required before first use to ensure that the first reading is accurate. Calibration is also required when: • The check mark/tick has disappeared from the LCD screen (30 days after last successful calibration) • The reading is different from what you expected •... -
Page 13: Troubleshooting Guide
Reason Correction Glassware not clean Clean glassware and calibrate Wick contaminated, Soak probe in Bluelab pH Probe Storage blocked or dry Solution or tap water only for 24 hours and Drift - readings retest. Do not measure proteins or oils with this slowly varying unit. -
Page 14: Technical Specifications
Solution The perfect solution to store and hydrate your Bluelab pH products. Bluelab pH Probe KCl Storage Solution is designed to increase response time and maximize the life of Bluelab pH pens and pH probes. For best results, use the KCl solution to store the pH pen/ probe after use and hydrate monthly. -
Page 15: Bluelab Limited Warranty
This warranty is governed by the laws of the state of country where Product is purchased, without regard to its choice of law principles. Except as allowed by law, Bluelab does not limit or exclude other rights a consumer may have with regard to the Product. -
Page 16: Contact Details
The Bluelab Soil pH Pen comes with a 1 year limited written ® guarantee. Proof of purchase required. lets talk. If you need assistance or advice - we’re here to help you. North America: 1-855-525-8352 Asia Pacific: +64 7 578 0849 Europe: + 31 (0) 85 05 16 848 Email: support@bluelab.com...
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