TRACER
POCKETESTER
Do Not allow
pH sensor to dry out.
• Store Upright
• Before fi rst use, tap
meter against palm
to move electrolyte
to tip.
See pages 8 and 11.
TM
pH
1741
WARNING! This set contains chemicals
that may be harmful if misued. Read
cautions on individual containers
carefully. Not to be used by children
except under adult supervision.
TRACER
pH POCKETESTER
TM
CODE 1741
Introduction .................................................................................4
Specifi cations .............................................................................4
Parts & Accessories ...................................................................5
Contents ......................................................................................5
Meter Description
Front Panel Description ............................................................... 6
TRACER Display ..........................................................................6
Basic Operation
Powering the TRACER ................................................................. 7
Electrode Recognition ................................................................. 7
Automatic Calibration
Changing the Display Temperature Units ...................................7
Data Hold .....................................................................................7
Display Messages
CAL Reminder ............................................................................. 7
RENEW ......................................................................................... 8
pH Testing
Overview....................................................................................... 8
pH Display ....................................................................................8
Getting Started ............................................................................. 8
Preparation of Buffers .................................................................. 9
pH Calibration .............................................................................. 9
pH Measurement ........................................................................ 10
Storing Readings ........................................................................ 10
Recalling Stored Readings ......................................................... 10
Maintenance
Storage ........................................................................................ 11
Battery Replacement ..................................................................11
Cleaning & Conditioning the Electrode ..................................... 11
Replacing the Electrode ........................................................... 12
Troubleshooting .......................................................................... 13
Expand Your TRACER ................................................................14
Warranty .....................................................................................15
INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your purchase of the TRACER pH PockeTester. The
TRACER is a revolutionary, fi rst of its kind measurement device that offers
direct reading of pH from 0.01 to 14.00 pH. The advantages of the TRACER
to the user include ease of use and maintenance, high accuracy, automatic
calibration, and fast response. The TRACER offers simultaneous pH and
Temperature displays and a 15-reading memory storage. Careful use and
maintenance will provide years of reliable service.
SPECIFICATIONS
Display Multifunction LCD with Bar graph
Operating Conditions 32 to 122°F (0 to 50°C) and < 80% RH
pH Range & Accuracy 0.01 to 14.00/±0.01 pH typical
Temperature Comp Automatic from 32 to 194°F (0 to 90°C)
Temperature Range 23 to 194°F (–5 to 90°C)
Temperature Resolution
Temperature Accuracy ±1.8°F/1°C [from 23 to 122°F (–5 to 50°C)]
Measurement storage 15 tagged (numbered) readings
Power Four CR2032 button batteries (see Page 6)
Low battery indication ‘BAT’ appears on the LCD
Auto power off After 10 minutes of inactivity
Dimensions 1.4 x 6.8 x 1.6” (35.6 x 172.7 x 40.6 mm),
0.1° up to 99.9, then 1° thereafter
±5.4°F/3°C [from 122 to 194°F (50 to 90°C)]
3.85 oz (110g)
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PARTS & ACCESSORIES
pH Replacement Electrode Code 1733
Weighted Stand w/Sample Cups (5) Code 1746
Sample Cups w/caps (24) Code 1745-24
pH 4.01 Mini Buffer Tablets (100) Code 3983A-J
pH 7.01 Mini Buffer Tablets (100) Code 3984A-J
pH 10.0 Mini Buffer Tablets (100) Code 3985A-J
CONTENTS
pH TRACER PockeTester Kit, 0.00-14.00 pH Range Code 1741
Includes:
Sample Cup w/cap *
Tablet Crusher Code 0175
Buffer Tablets, pH 4.0, 7.0, & 10.0 *
*Not sold in this quantity. See Parts & Accessories.
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