Multiparameter photometerfor pool & spa (80 pages)
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Instruction Manual HI 83203 Multiparameter Bench Photometer for Aquaculture This Instrument is in w w w . h a n n a i n s t . c o m Compliance with the CE Directives...
Dear Customer, PRELIMINARY EXAMINATION Thank you for choosing a Hanna product. Please read this instruction manual carefully before using the instrument. This manual will provide you with the necessary information for the correct use of the Please examine this product carefully. Make sure that the instrument is not damaged. If any damage occurred during shipment, please notify your Dealer.
Where: SPECIFICATIONS -log I/I =Absorbance (A) =intensity of incident light beam Light Life Life of the instrument I =intensity of light beam after absorption Light Detector Silicon Photocell ε =molar extinction coefficient at wavelength λ λ Environment 0 to 50°C (32 to 122°F); =molar concentration of the substance max 90% RH non-condensing =optical path through the substance...
KEYPAD DESCRIPTION FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION The keypad contains 8 direct keys and 3 functional keys with the following functions: Press to perform the function displayed above it. The functions are screen related. INSTRUMENT DESCRIPTION Press to exit the current screen. Press to access the select method menu. Press to move up in a menu or a help screen, to increment a set value, to access second level functions.
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(c) take out the syringe and clean the outside of the syringe tip. Be sure that no drops are hanging USING CUVETTES on the tip of the syringe, if so eliminate them. Then, keeping the syringe in vertical position above •...
• It is possible to take multiple readings in a row, but it is recommended to take a new zero reading for OPERATIONAL GUIDE each sample and to use the same cuvette for zeroing and measurement when possible (for most precise results follow the measurement procedures carefully).
• After the desired method was selected, follow the measurement described in the related section. S E T U P S E T U P S E T U P S E T U P S E T U P •...
Date / Time Instrument ID This option is used to set the instrument’s date and time. Option: 0 to 9999. Press Modify functional key to change the date/time. This option is used to set the instrument’s ID (identification number). Press the functional keys to highlight the value to be modified The instrument ID is used while exchanging data with a PC.
• Remove the cuvette. AMMONIA MEDIUM RANGE SPECIFICATIONS • Add 4 drops of HI 93715A-0 First reagent (6 drops for seawater Range 0.00 to 10.00 mg/L analysis). Replace the cap and mix the solution. Resolution 0.01 mg/L Accuracy ±0.05 mg/L ±5% of reading Typical EMC ±0.01 mg/L Deviation...
• Remove the cuvette. AMMONIA LOW RANGE SPECIFICATIONS • Add 4 drops of HI 93700A-0 First reagent (6 drops for seawater Range 0.00 to 3.00 mg/L analysis). Replace the cap and mix the solution. Resolution 0.01 mg/L Accuracy ±0.04 mg/L ±4% of reading Typical EMC ±0.01 mg/L Deviation...
• Press ZERO key. The meter will show “-0.0-” when the meter is zeroed and ready for measurement. FREE CHLORINE FREE CHLORINE FREE CHLORINE FREE CHLORINE FREE CHLORINE FREE CHLORINE SPECIFICATIONS Range 0.00 to 2.50 mg/L Resolution 0.01 mg/L • Remove the cuvette. Accuracy ±0.03 mg/L ±3% of reading Typical EMC...
TOTAL CHLORINE • Reinsert the cuvette into the instrument. SPECIFICATIONS Range 0.00 to 3.50 mg/L • Press READ to start the reading. The instrument displays the results Resolution 0.01 mg/L in mg/L of free chlorine. Accuracy ±0.03 mg/L ±3% of reading Typical EMC ±0.01 mg/L Deviation...
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• Press ZERO key. The meter will show “-0.0-” when the meter is zeroed and ready for measurement. • Press TIMER and the display will show the countdown prior to the measurement or, alternatively, wait for 2 minutes and 30 seconds and press READ. When the timer ends the meter will perform the reading. •...
• Remove the cuvette. COPPER HIGH RANGE • Add the content of one packet of HI 93702-0 Bicinchoninate. Replace SPECIFICATIONS the cap and shake gently for about 15 seconds. Range 0.00 to 5.00 mg/L Resolution 0.01 mg/L Accuracy ±0.02 mg/L ±4% of reading Typical EMC ±0.01 mg/L Deviation...
• Remove the cuvette. COPPER LOW RANGE • Add the content of one packet of HI 93747-0 Bicinchoninate. SPECIFICATIONS Replace the cap and shake gently for about 15 seconds. Range 0 to 1000 μg/L Resolution 1 μg/L Accuracy ±10 μg/L ±5% of reading Typical EMC ±1 μg/L Deviation...
NITRATE • Replace the cap and immediately shake vigorously up and down for exactly 10 seconds. Continue to mix by SPECIFICATIONS inverting the cuvette gently for 50 seconds, while taking Range 0.0 to 30.0 mg/L care not to induce air bubbles. Powder will not com- Resolution 0.1 mg/L pletely dissolve.
NITRITE HIGH RANGE • Reinsert the cuvette into the instrument. SPECIFICATIONS Range 0 to 150 mg/L • Press TIMER and the display will show the countdown prior Resolution 1 mg/L to the measurement or, alternatively, wait for 10 minutes Accuracy ±4 mg/L ±4% of reading and press READ.
NITRITE LOW RANGE • Reinsert the cuvette into the instrument. SPECIFICATIONS Range 0.00 to 0.35 mg/L • Press TIMER and the display will show the countdown prior Resolution 0.01 mg/L to the measurement or, alternatively, wait for 6 minutes Accuracy ±0.02 mg/L ±4% of reading and press READ.
DISSOLVED OXYGEN • Let the sample stand and the flocculent agent will start to settle. SPECIFICATIONS x 10 • After approximately 2 minutes, when the upper half of the bottle becomes Range 0.0 to 10.0 mg/L limpid, add 10 drops of HI 93732C-0. Resolution 0.1 mg/L Accuracy...
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• Reinsert the cuvette into the instrument. SPECIFICATIONS Range 6.5 to 8.5 pH Resolution 0.1 pH • Press the READ key to start the reading. The instrument displays Accuracy ±0.1 pH the pH value. Typical EMC ±0.1 pH Deviation Light Source Tungsten lamp with narrow band interference filter @ 525 nm Method Adaptation of the Phenol Red method.
• Add the content of one packet of HI 93717B-0 Phosphate PHOSPHATE HIGH RANGE HR Reagent B to the cuvette. Replace the cap and shake gently until completely dissolved. SPECIFICATIONS Range 0.0 to 30.0 mg/L Resolution 0.1 mg/L • Reinsert the cuvette into the instrument. Accuracy ±1 mg/L ±4% of reading Typical EMC Dev.
PHOSPHATE LOW RANGE • Reinsert the cuvette into the instrument. SPECIFICATIONS Range 0.00 to 2.50 mg/L Resolution 0.01 mg/L • Press TIMER and the display will show the countdown prior to the Accuracy ±0.04 mg/L ±4% of reading measurement or, alternatively, wait for 3 minutes and press READ. Typical EMC Dev.
ERRORS AND WARNINGS DATA MANAGEMENT The analyzed data can be managed using Hanna’s product HI 92000, Windows Compatible Software. ® The instrument shows clear warning messages when erroneous conditions appear and when measured values are outside the expected range. These messages are described below. No Light: The light source is not functioning properly.
HI 93702-03 300 copper HR tests If the instrument is to be returned to Hanna Instruments, first obtain a Returned Goods Authorization Number HI 93707-01 100 nitrite LR tests from the Customer Service Department and then send it with shipment costs prepaid. When shipping any HI 93707-03 300 nitrite LR tests instrument, make sure it is properly packaged for complete protection.
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