Pooltest 3 . Handheld colorimeter for chlorine and isocyanuric acid tests instructions manual.
Msa190-10 2010-12 page 2 1 general information palintest instruments and reagents are renowned as being simple to use, whilst providing rapid and reliable results for the testing of water. Our instruments are of the highest quality and fully waterproof. Palintest’s experience, built-up over the last...
Msa190-10 2010-12 page 3 blanks and samples palintest photometers use a blank tube to set the instrument to blank and a sample tube to take the reading. A blank tube is a test tube filled with untreated water sample. A sample tube is a test tube containing the sample to which reagents have been adde...
Msa190-10 2010-12 page 4 3 test procedures the methodologies listed here are for use with the pooltest 3 and pooltest 6 instruments. Before attempting to do any tests, ensure you read ‘blanks and samples’ and the ‘care and maintenance’ sections in section 2. To select the test press the menu key. Th...
Msa190-10 2010-12 page 5 • dpd reacts with both chlorine and bromine. However, it is possible to determine bromine in the presence of chlorine, and to separate between bromine and chlorine residuals using a dpd methodology. For instructions on how to do this, please contact bamo mesures sas. Reagent...
Msa190-10 2010-12 page 6 4 instrument for an illustration on the instrument layout, see section 1. For information on performing a test, see section 2. Replacing the batteries replace the battery when the symbol remains on the display. Use 2 x 1.5 v alkaline ‘aa’ batteries, mn 1500, lr6, e91, am3 or...
Msa190-10 2010-12 page 7 cleaning the optics any build-up of dirt or deposits may interrupt light transmission and affect readings. To clean the optics gently clean the internal surfaces of the optics with a soft, non -abrasive cloth. Do not use solvents. Deposits may be removed with a slightly damp...
Msa190-10 2010-12 page 8 compliance the dpd method is a published standard method in the uk, the european community, usa, australia and in many other countries. The palintest dpd free and total chlorine tests are approved by the usepa as accepted versions of the standard method 4500-c1-g (0 – 5 mg/l...
