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Measurement notes
Proper measurement techniques are important in minimizing the effects of instrument variation, stray
light and air bubbles. For accurate and repeatable measurements:
Instrument
• Make sure that the instrument is on a level, stationary surface that is free of vibration during the
measurement.
• Instrument stabilization is immediate. No warm-up time is necessary.
• Always close the sample compartment lid during measurement, calibration and verification.
• Remove the sample cell from the instrument and turn off the instrument if the instrument is stored
for an extended time period (more than a month).
• Keep the sample compartment lid closed to keep dust and dirt out.
Sample cells
• Always cap the sample cell to prevent spillage of the sample into the instrument.
• Always use clean sample cells in good condition. Dirty, scratched or damaged cells can result in
readings that are not accurate.
• Make sure that cold samples do not "fog" the sample cell.
• Store sample cells filled with distilled or deionized water and cap tightly.
• For the best accuracy, use a single sample cell for every measurement or a flow cell.
Note: As an alternative, matched sample cells may be used for measurements but do not provide as good of
accuracy or precision as a single indexed sample cell or flow cell. When using matched sample cells, align the
orientation mark on the sample cell with the reference mark on the sample cell holder.
Measurement
• Measure samples immediately to prevent temperature changes and settling. Before a
measurement is taken, always make sure that the sample is homogeneous throughout.
• Avoid sample dilution when possible.
• Avoid instrument operation in direct sunlight.
Turbidity measurement procedure
To include an operator ID and sample ID with the measurement data, refer to
on page 12 and Add operator IDs
1. Push Login and
select the applicable
Operator ID. If login is
not necessary, go to
step 3.
on page 12.
2. Push Login and
enter the password.
Push OK.
3. Push Sample ID.
Select the applicable
sample ID, then push
Select. The selected
sample ID shows on the
display.
Add sample IDs
4. Rinse a clean,
empty sample cell two
times with the solution
to be measured and
drain to waste. Fill to
the line (about 30 mL)
with sample and
immediately put the cap
on the sample cell.
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