LaMotte SALT WATERPROOF POCKETESTER User Manual

SALT WATERPROOF POCKETESTER

FOR POOLS

CODE 5-0070-PT

CONDITIONING BEFORE FIRST USE

Remove the transparent cap. Fill the cap approximately half full with tap water or 1.
calibration standard.

Recap the EcoTestr and soak for at least 15 minutes.2.
Rinse the cap after use.3.
The sensor is now activated and ready to use.4.

CALIBRATION

The tester is factory calibrated. However, to ensure accuracy regular calibration is
recommended using the 4.0 ppt Calibration Standard (Code 6004-J) which is sold
separately. Calibrate once to twice a month depending on use.

If the sensor was stored dry, follow Conditioning Before First Use procedure for 1.
best results.

Press 2. to turn on the tester.
Dip sensor fully into the pocketester cap of standard solution. Wait for the value to 3.

stabilize.
Press 4. to enter the calibration sequence. Display fl ashes CAL momentarily and

then shows a fl ashing default reading.
Press and hold 5. while the display is still fl ashing to scroll to the standard

solution value. (The menu is a looping menu so the entire menu can be viewed
repeatedly).

Release when the standard solution value is displayed. Wait for the auto 6.
confi rmation. (Ent)

To abort calibration, press 7. to escape (ESC )
The instrument is calibrated.8.

TESTING

NOTE: The Salt PockeTester measures in part per thousand ppt which is 1 part per
thousand (ppt) = 1000 parts per million (ppm) Example: 3.1 ppt = 3,100 ppm

Remove cap and press 1. to turn on the tester.
Dip sensor fully into the pocketester cap of pool water sample.2.
Stir once and let the reading stabilize. Note the measured value.3.
To hold reading, press 4. Screen fl ashes HO once, then displays measurement

with blinking unit (ppt) to indicate that tester is in the hold mode. Press again
to cancel hold mode (HC).

Press 5.

to shut the tester off.

NOTE: tester automatically shuts off after 8.5 minutes of non-use to conserve
batteries.

MAINTENANCE

Clean the stainless steel sensor by periodically rinsing in alcohol for 10-15 minutes.
Rinse sensor in clean water after each use.

USEFUL NOTES

To avoid cross contamination, rinse sensor between samples and calibration
standards with deionized water.

CHANGING BATTERIES

To remove batteries, hold the tester 1.
on the left hand with the left thumb
slide under the back clip of the
cover. This will release the back
catch.

Next, hold the cover with your right 2.
hand, at the same time release the
front catch with your right thumb.
Slide up to remove the battery cover

Battery

cover

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Step 1

Slide in
left hand
thumb to
clear the

Figure 1:

back

Removing battery cover

catch

to change batteries

(Figure1)
Replace old batteries with fresh ones. Note polarity as shown in battery 3.

compartment.
No re-calibration is required after battery change The tester’s non-volatile 4.

memory function retains calibration settings.
The tester includes (4) pre-installed 1.5 V alkaline batteries. LR44 or A76 battery
types are suitable and commonly available. Replace all (4) batteries together.
Waiting too long to replace the batteries can leaed to inaccurate readings and is
the most common cause of problems.

ERROR MESSAGES

bAt• Batteries are weak and need replacement
Er• Calibration is performed in solution value below 5% of full-scale range;

use a calibration standard with a higher value
Use fresh calibration standard
Sensor is dirty or has not been soaked

Or• Over range signal for measurements performed above the full-scale range

RESET OPTION

Step 3

Slide out
the cover

Step 2

Slide in
right hand
thumb to
clear the
front
catch

Reset option allows you to restore the calibration back to factory default settings.1.
Press 2. to turn off tester.
Press and hold, 3. then press to turn the tester on. The display

shows a fl ashing rSt (reset).
Press 4. again to confi rm reset ( Ent ) or press to escape ( ESC ) reset option.

WARRANTY

The tester is supplied with a warranty against manufacturing defects for a period of
ONE year from date of purchase.

Batteries
Included

Please refer to

××

inside for
operating
instructions

Specifications
Range 0 to 10.00 ppt (10,000 ppm)
Resolution 0.1 ppt
Accuracy ±1% full scale (±2% above 5 ppt)
No. Of Cal Points 1
Calibration

Method
Automatic

Temperature
Compensation

Non-Volatile
Memory

Hold Function Yes
Auto-Off 8.5 mins after last key press
LCD Display 3½ digital single line
Power 4 X 1.5V'A76' micro alkaline batteries
Operating Temp. 32 to 122°F (0 to 50°C)
Ingress Protection IP67 rating; waterproof

Dimension
(LxWxH)/Weight

Applications

Pocket clip

Digital, push button

Yes

Yes

Tester: 6.5 x 1.75 x 1 in; 4 oz

Packed: 9.5 x 5.5 x 1.5 in; 5 oz

• Aquaculture • Fish Ponds (Koi)

• Food Processing • Pools & Spas

• Environmental Monitoring and more!

16.3 x 4.5 x 3 cm; 90 g

24.5 x 13.5 x 4.5 cm; 137 g

Ø

1Year
Warranty

Made in
Malaysia

Code

5-0070-PT

Transparent cap for

×

soaking

LaMotte Company • PO Box 329
Chestertown • Maryland • 21620 • USA
800-344-3100 • 410-778-3100 • Fax [phone]
www.lamotte.com

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