LaMotte Tracer SAL Meter User Manual
TRACER
R
TM
POCKETESTER
TM
SAL/EC/TDS
1749-01
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.
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TRACER
SAL/EC/TDS POCKETESTER
TM
• CODE 1749-01
Introduction .....................................................................................4
Specifi cations ..................................................................................4
Contents ..........................................................................................5
Parts & Accessories ........................................................................5
Meter Description
Front Panel Description ............................................................... 6
TRACER Display .......................................................................... 6
Basic Operation
Powering the TRACER ................................................................ 7
Automatic Calibration ................................................................. 7
TDS Conversion Ratio ................................................................ 7
To Change the TDS Conversion Ratio ....................................... 7
Changing the Display Temperature Units .................................. 8
Data Hold .................................................................................... 8
Auto-Power Off ............................................................................ 8
Low Battery Indicator .................................................................. 8
Testing
Getting Started ............................................................................. 9
Changing the Measurement Function ......................................... 9
Measurement .............................................................................. 10
Measuring the TDS of Soil .......................................................... 10
Storing Readings ........................................................................ 11
Recalling Stored Readings ......................................................... 11
Clearing the Memory .................................................................. 12
Calibration ......................................................................................12
Operational Matrix ..........................................................................14
Maintenance
Storage ........................................................................................ 16
Battery Replacement ..................................................................16
Electrode Care ............................................................................ 16
Replacing the Electrode ........................................................... 16
Electrode Cleaning Recommendations ..................................... 17
Troubleshooting .............................................................................18
Warranty ..........................................................................................19
INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your purchase of the SAL/EC/TDS (Electro Conductivity/
Total Dissolved Solids/Salinity) TRACER PockeTester. The TRACER is a
revolutionary, fi rst of its kind measurement device that offers direct reading
salinity, conductivity, and TDS with one electrode. Careful use and maintenance
will provide years of reliable service.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Display 2000 count LCD with Bar Graph
Conductivity Range 0 to 199.9 μS
200 to 1999 μS
2.00 to 19.99 mS
TDS Range 0 to 9,990 ppm (variable ratio)
Salinity Range 0 to 9,990 ppm Salt(fi xed ratio of 0.5)
TDS Ratio 0.4 to 1.0, adjustable
Salinity Ratio 0.5 fi xed
Conductivity ATC 2.0% per °C
Temperature Range 32.0 to 149.0 °F, 0.0 to 65.0 °C
Temperature Resolution 0.1 up to 99.9, 1>100
Temperature Accuracy ±1.8°F, 1°C (from 32 to 122°F, 0 to 50°C)± 5.4°F,
Conductivity ATC Range 32.0°F to 140°F, (0.0°C to 60.0°C)
Accuracy Conductivity: ± 2% FS
Measurement Storage 25 numbered readings
Low Battery Indication ‘BAT’ appears on the display
Power Four CR 2032 Lithium Ion batteries
Auto Power Off After 10 minutes of no button presses
Operating Conditions 23 to 122° F, –5 to 50° C
Dimensions 1.6 X 7.4 X 1.6 inches, 40 X 187 X 40 mm
Weight 3.1 oz, 87 g
3°C (from 122 to 194°F, 50 to 90°C)
TDS: ± 2% FS
Salinity: ± 2% FS
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CONTENTS
SAL/EC/TDS TRACER PockeTester Kit Code 1749-01
Includes:
Salinity Standard, 3,000 ppm Code 6005-G
Sample Cup w/cap †
† Not sold individually. See below.
PARTS & ACCESSORIES
SAL/EC/TDS Replacement Electrode Code 1765
Weighted Stand w/Sample Cups (5) Code 1746
Sample Cups w/caps (24) Code 1745
Conductivity Standard, 84 μS Code 6312-G
Conductivity Standard, 1413 μS Code 6354-G
Salinity Standard, 3,000 ppm Code 6005-G
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METER DESCRIPTION
Front Panel Description
1. Battery compartment cap
2. LCD Display
3. MODE/HOLD button - change
mode, hold data, store data
4. CAL/RECALL button - calibration,
change temperature units, recall data
5. ON/OFF button
6. Electrode Collar
7. Electrode
(Note: The Electrode cap is not shown)
TRACER Display
1. Bar graph reading
2. Measurement reading
3. BAT (low battery) indicator
4. Temperature display
5. Measurement units
6. Calibration range indicators
7. HOLD indicator
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