T Ti ™ Colorimeter Series Quick-Start Guide Taylor Technologies, Inc. 800-TEST KIT (837-8548) www.taylortechnologies.
TABLE OF CONTENTS PRECAUTIONS.................................................................2 COMPONENTS AND OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES.................3 GUIDE TO PARTS, OPERATING CONTROLS, AND MAIN MENU.....................................................................4 BATTERY INSTALLATION OR CONNECTION TO A POWER SUPPLY.......................................................7 INITIAL START-UP AND OPERATION.................................8 PC APP..............................................................
This Quick-Start Guide provides a brief summary of the TTi™ Colorimeter Series User’s Manual. It is designed to walk you through a typical test procedure. The user’s manual and actual test instruction(s) should be read in their entirety before using this instrument. Description and Use The TTi™ Colorimeter is a portable, multiwavelength, microprocessor-controlled, menu-driven, direct-readout instrument that uses LED light sources and has data-logging capabilities.
PRECAUTIONS For operator safety and to avoid damage to the instrument, the following precautions should be observed: • Chemical safety Reagents for use with the instrument can be hazardous. Read and observe all information printed on reagent labels and corresponding Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs) prior to use. To view or print reagent MSDSs, visit the Product Info/Documents area of our website, www.taylortechnologies.com. • Keep reagents out of reach of children.
COMPONENTS AND OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES This kit contains the following components: Components Quantity Part Number 1 1 2 2 1 4 1 1 1 M-XXXX TTi™ Colorimeter (model number on instrument faceplate) 5543 Quick-Start Guide 9601 Sample Cell, 25 mm w/ cap 9602 Sample Cell, 15 mm w/ cap 6551 Dilution Vial, 50 mL w/ cap 6105 AA Alkaline Battery 6535 AC Power Adapter 6552 USB Cable 6649 Foam Brush Optional accessories 1 K-8000 TTi™ Colorimeter Series Accuracy Check Kit 1 7145 Hard Carrying Case 1 7146 Soft Carrying
GUIDE TO PARTS, OPERATING CONTROLS, AND MAIN MENU Review the following illustrations to become familiar with parts, operating controls, and Main Menu options. Top View Top View 1. Power Button 13 2. Main Menu Button 3. Backlight Button 4. Enter Button, to enter the highlighted function 5. Scroll Up Arrow 6. Scroll Down Arrow 7. Scroll Right Arrow 12 9. Liquid Crystal Display 10 11 2 4 8 4 10. USB Port Cover 11. Model Number 12. Sample Cell Compartment (shown open) 9 3 8.
Bottom View Bottom View 1. Product Label, shows model, part, and serial numbers 1 2 3 2. Timer Buzzer Opening 3. Battery Compartment Door Screw, total of 4 4. Battery Compartment Door 5. Battery Compartment (shown open) 4 5 Side View 6. USB Port (shown open) 7 6 7.
1. Start Test – Select to access FAVORITES, RECENT TESTS, or ALL TESTS menus. 2. Access Test Data – Select to recall or erase test data. 3. Edit Favorites – Select to create or edit (add, remove, sort) Favorites menu. 4. Edit Series – Select to create or edit (add, remove, sort) Series tests. 5. Tools – Select to transfer data or access the User Timer. 6.
BATTERY INSTALLATION OR CONNECTION TO A POWER SUPPLY Select one of the following options to supply power to the instrument: A. Insert 4 AA alkaline (supplied) or lithium batteries by matching the + and – ends on the batteries to the markings inside the battery compartment. B. Connect the AC power adapter (supplied) to the USB port on the instrument; then plug the AC power adapter into a 120V AC wall outlet. C.
INITIAL START-UP AND OPERATION The following Quick-Start Test example will walk you through initial start-up, show you how to perform a typical test with a timing step, and how to automatically read the sample using the AUTO function. Test reagents are not required for this example. STEP 1 Turn on the Colorimeter Press POWER button for approximately 0.5 seconds. STEP 2* Set Date using ,; then press ENTER . *Step 2 required for initial start-up only STEP 3* Set Time using ,; then press ENTER .
STEP 4* Select Start Test from the MAIN MENU using ; then press ENTER . *Step 4 required for initial start-up only. After initial start-up has been performed, steps 2–4 will be skipped after turning on the instrument. STEP 5 Select Quick-Start Test 500 from ALL TESTS menu using ; then press ENTER .
STEP 6 Confirm test name and range and sample cell size used in the test procedure. Select a chemical form (CaCO3, Ca, or Mg) for expression of test results using . Test Name and Range (or Range Upper Limit) Sample Cell Size Chemical Form Optional chemical forms are available for most tests. The Range (or Range Upper Limit) will change to correlate with the selected chemical form. STEP 7 Prepare Blank Typical procedure for preparing a blank: a.
STEP 8 Zero the Colorimeter Select ZERO using ; then press ENTER . Zero will be displayed. STEP 9 Prepare Sample Typical procedure for preparing a sample: a. Remove sample cell from sample cell compartment; then remove cap. Align arrow on sample cell with notch on meter. b. Add test reagents (not required for this example). Replace cap and mix thoroughly. c. Insert sample cell into sample cell compartment. Align marks.
STEP 10 Access Timer Select TIMER using ; then press ENTER . STEP 11 Start TIMER and AUTO Option Select START using ; then press ENTER . (A 30-second (00:30) countdown will begin.) Immediately select AUTO using ; then press ENTER .
STEP 12 Read the Sample When the timer beeps, the instrument will automatically read the sample and the result will be displayed. Result Result will be displayed in terms of selected chemical form.
PC APP To use your TTi™ Colorimeter to the fullest extent possible, it is necessary to install a special free software application on your PC. The TTi ™ Colorimeter Series PC App is required to perform the following functions: • Obtain the latest edition of the TTi Colorimeter Series User’s Manual and access helpful links for further information and assistance • Transfer test results from your meter to the customer database you maintain on your PC or laptop • Create proprietary (i.e.
• Business name • Business mailing address • Contact’s telephone number • Contact’s e-mail – where you can be notified of important news about your meter model Upon completing the registration process you will be able to download the PC App to your computer. USER’S MANUAL Using the PC App installed on your computer (described above), obtain the TTi ™ Colorimeter Series User’s Manual and read in its entirety.
WARRANTY INFORMATION Instruments in the TTi™ Colorimeter Series found to be defective within five years from the date of purchase will be repaired or replaced at the option of Taylor Technologies for any registered owner. The warranty does not cover batteries, nor damage caused by operator negligence or use of test chemistries not manufactured by Taylor or unauthorized repair work, nor the transportation and insurance costs to return the unit to our factory.
MAINTENANCE Do not use chemicals, solvents, or abrasives to clean or dry any part of the instrument. Clean and dry the enclosure, display, sample cell compartment, and sample cells after use or when needed as follows: • Enclosure – Use a soft, non-abrasive cloth and water or mild detergent. • Display – Be careful not to scratch the display. Use a soft, non-abrasive cloth or lens tissue and water or mild detergent. • Sample Cell Compartment – Be careful not to scratch the sample cell compartment.
IF YOU NEED TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE Contact: Taylor Technologies, Inc. 31 Loveton Circle Sparks, Maryland 21152-9206 USA • TTi™ Colorimeter Series PC App Help specifically related to the PC App is available Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Pacific Time, except major holidays, from Taylor Technologies’ programmers. Call 877-TEST KIT (837-8548). On-line guidance may be found at www.taylorsoftwaresupport.com. Enter through the TTi™ Colorimeter portal.
INSTRUMENT SPECIFICATIONS Performance Photometric Range 0–2 ABS Photometric Accuracy ±0.005 ABS @ 1.0 ABS nominal Photometric Linearity ±0.002 ABS (0–1 ABS) Repeatability ±0.005 ABS (0–1 ABS) Resolution 0.001 ABS (0–1 ABS) Wavelength Filters 420, 470, 520, 570, 620, & 660 nm Wavelength Accuracy ±1 nm Wavelength Bandwidth 10 nm ±1 nm Stray Light <1.0% Instrument Rating Power Source 4 x AA 1.
Instrument Rating (cont’d) Operational Humidity Limit 90% RH @ 122°F/50°C (non-condensing) Dust and Water Ingress Protection IP67-No ingress of dust; immersion in water of up to 1 meter for 30 minutes SYMBOL EXPLANATION Symbol Description Voltage Indicates DC Voltage On instrument label Action Indicates an action operation Appears on display Information Indicates relevant information Appears on display Error Indicates an operational error Appears on display Warning (flashing) Indicates an ope
INSTRUMENT CERTIFICATION AND INFORMATION TO THE USER The TTi™ Colorimeter Series is certified to the following instrumentation Directives and Standards: Certification • Directive 2004/108/EC, Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive • Directive 2006/95/EC, Low Voltage Directive • FCC, Radio Frequency Devices, Unintentional Radiators, 47 CFR Part 15, Subpart B • UL 61010-1 - Safety Requirements for Electrical Equipment for Measurement, Control, and Laboratory Use - Part 1: General Requirements • ICES-003 – Is
• This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. • The user is cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by Taylor Technologies, Inc., could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
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