HF Scientific MicroTPI, MicroTPW Owner's Manual

OWNER’S MANUAL

MicroTPI & MicroTPW

Field Portable Turbidimeters

HF scientific, inc.
3170 Metro Parkway
Ft. Myers, FL 33916
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
Website: www.hfscientific.com

Manual Part No. 24378 (2/07)
Rev. 1.6

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

Application of Council Directive

Standard to which Conformity is Declared:

Product Safety - Tested and passed CE EN61010-1:1990 + A1:1992 (73/32 EEC)

Immunity and Emissions – Tested and passed EN61326:1997 + A1:1998

Manufacturer’s Name: HF scientific, inc.

Manufacturer’s Address: 3170 Metro Parkway, Fort Myers, Florida 33916-7597

Type of Equipment: Field Portable Turbidimeter

Model No: MicroTPI & MicroTPW

I, the undersigned, hereby declare that the equipment specified above conforms to the above
Directive and Standard

Place: Fort Myers, Florida USA _________________________
(Signature)

Rowan T. Connelly, General Manager

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Table of Contents

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY............................................................................................i

Specifications................................................................................................................................. 1

1.0 Overview............................................................................................................................ 2

1.1 Unpacking and Inspection of the Instrument and Accessories ....................................... 2

1.2 The Display..................................................................................................................... 3

1.3 The Instrument and Touch Pad....................................................................................... 4

2.0 Safety.................................................................................................................................. 4

3.0 Normal Operation.............................................................................................................5

3.1 Routine Measurement ..................................................................................................... 6

4.0 Instrument Calibration .................................................................................................... 7

4.1 Calibration Standards...................................................................................................... 7

4.2 Indexing the Calibration Standards................................................................................. 7

4.3 Calibration Procedures.................................................................................................... 8

4.4 Calibration Error ............................................................................................................. 9

4.5 Restore Factory Calibration ............................................................................................ 9

5.0 Routine Maintenance...................................................................................................... 10

5.1 Cuvette Cleaning and Care ........................................................................................... 10

5.2 Battery Replacement..................................................................................................... 11

6.0 Troubleshooting.............................................................................................................. 12

6.1 System Warning Messages ........................................................................................... 12

6.2 Battery Low Indicator................................................................................................... 12

6.3 System Error Messages................................................................................................. 13

6.4 Technical and Customer Assistance ............................................................................. 13

7.0 Accessories and Replacement Parts List....................................................................... 14

8.0 Warranty ......................................................................................................................... 15

8.1 Waterproof Seal

9.0 Glossary ........................................................................................................................... 16

……………………………………………………………………………………………... 15

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Specifications

Measurement Range

Accuracy

Resolution

0.01 –1100 NTU/FNU

±2% of reading or 0.01 NTU (0-500 NTU)

±3% of reading (500-1100 NTU)

0.01 NTU below 100.0 NTU,

0.1 NTU for 100.0 NTU – 999.9

1.0 NTU for 1000 to 1100 NTU

Regulatory Compliance MicroTPI IR (860 nm) LED Compliant to ISO 7027

MicroTPW Tungsten Lamp Compliant to U.S. EPA 180.1

Principle of Operation Nephelometry

Response Time Less than 14 Seconds

Display 4 digit 7 Segment Liquid Crystal Display with Special Icons

Operating Temperature Range

0°C – 50°C (32°F – 122°F)

Sample Temperature Range 0°C – 50°C (32°F – 122°F)

Sample Size 10-15 mL

Relative Humidity 0-90% Non Condensing

Power Supply 4 – AAA Batteries

Battery life is approx.5000 readings with standard alkaline batteries
Certification CE
Insulation Rating Pollution Degree 2
Approximate Dimensions Instrument: 7 cm x 16.5 cm x 4.8 cm (2 ¾” x 6 ½” x 1 7/8”)

Instrument in Minilab Case: 25 cm x 21.6 cm x 6.3 cm

(10” x 8 1/2” x 2 1/2”)

Enclosure Rating:

NEMA 4X

Designed to meet the specifications of IP67

Shipping Weight: 1.22 kg (2.70 lbs)
Shipping Dimensions: 28 cm x 30.5 cm x 7.6 cm (11” x 12” x 3”)
Warranty 1 Year from date of shipment

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