Exact Eco Check Instruction Manual
Exact Eco Check Instruction Manual
Exact Eco Check Instruction Manual
Eco-Check
486798-K Standard Kit
USEPA
DIN, ISO
Compliant
For Free & Total
Chlorine
(4500-Cl G, DIN STANDARD 38 408 G4, ISO 7393/2)
Index:
Parameter Page MENU
Total Alkalinity (as CaCO3) 4 AL1
Nitrite (as NO2) 5 NO2
Nitrate (as NO3) 6 NO3
Ammonia (as NH3) 7 NH4
Total Hardness (as CaCO3) 8 TH5
Total Chlorine 9 CL6
pH in Fresh Water 10 bt7
Phosphate (as PO4) 11 PO8
Copper (as Cu+2) 12 CU9
Chloride (as NaCl) 13 CH0
pH in Salt Water 14 P11
Free Chlorine 15 CL6
Total Chlorine 16 CL6
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About Your Photometer 3
Mini Dilution Kit II Instructions 15
Tips for Best Accuracy 17
Battery Installation 18
Warranty (2 year) 18
Reorder Information 19
USEPA Compliance 19
Kit Components 20
Visit us online at sensafe.com/eco-check for up-to-date
product information and to register your warranty.
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eXact® Eco-Check Photometer
ITEM PICTURED COMPONENT
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LETTER NAME
A Mixing Cap
B Cell (Built-in Plastic, 4mL)
C LCD Display
C D 5($' Button
E MENU Button
F ZERO/ON Button
D G Battery Cover with loop for lanyard
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Measurement Method: Photometric Cell Chamber: Custom-molded, proprietary, PET plastic
Light Source: /LJKW(PLWWLQJ'LRGH/('ZLWKSUHFLVLRQ¿OWHU fused into chamber, non-removable
Wavelength: Dual – 525 nm & 638 nm Sample Required: 4mL (0.13 oz)
Automatic Range Selection: 6HH6SHFL¿FDWLRQVEHORZ Operating Temperature Range: 0 - 50°C (32° - 122°F)
Display: 3-digit customized liquid crystal display Power Supply: (4) AAA alkaline batteries (Not Included)
with annunciators Battery Life: >2000 tests with alkaline batteries
CELL Pathlength: 20mm Electromagnetic Compliance: Emitted Interference - EN 61326
Filter: 525nm (EMC) Immunity to Interference - EN 61326
Waterproof Rating: Exceeds IP67
Weight: Instrument: 181 g (6.4 oz)
Dimensions: Instrument: 5 (W) x 3.5 (D) x 16.5 (H) cm;
(2 x 1.4 x 6.5 in)
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eXact® Eco-Check Photometer has been designed to offer the user a more “Green” and cost-effective alternative to testing.
Instead of using a 10mL water sample, the eXact® Eco-Check Photometer uses a 4mL water sample, which uses up to
60% less chemical per test. The accuracy of the meter is maintained by designing the photo cell with a 20mm pathlength.
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NO2 Nitrite (as NO2) 2 SSP 5
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About Your eXact® Eco-Check Instrument
In order to save power, the meter is designed to turn off after 3 minutes (timed
from the last button pressed).
Should the meter turn off in the middle of a test, the last stored zero in the meter
will remain valid when the meter is turned on again. Also, the test result is stored
in memory for easy retrieval.
The eXact® Eco-Check meter is controlled by three buttons:
1. ZERO/ON:KHQ¿UVWSUHVVHGWKLVEXWWRQWXUQVWKHPHWHURQ:KHQWKH
meter is on and this button is pressed, it zeroes the sample in the cell. Once the
meter is zeroed, this zero value applies to all parameters and is stored and
retained even when meter turns off. However, it is recommended that each new
water sample analyzed is zeroed before testing, to maximize sensitivity and
accuracy.
2. MENU: With each press, the MENU button advances through the tests in the
following sequence: AL1, NO2, NO3, NH4, TH5, CL6, bt7, PO8, CU9, CH0, P11.
Each test menu can store up to 20 results. To retrieve the stored results, go to
the desired test using the MENU key. When the desired test is displayed, press
and hold down the MENU key. Continue holding down the MENU key to scroll
the stored results for that test, starting with the most recent result. The meter will
display, from memory, the last 20 readings in sequence beginning with -20, which
is the latest result, followed by -19, which is the 2ndODWHVWUHVXOWHWFDQG¿QDOO\
-01, which is the oldest result retained. Only the last 20 readings are stored in
each menu. This meter is able to store 220 results in memory (20 in each menu).
3. READ: When pressed once, this button starts the timer for the parameter
being tested and proceeds for each test procedure. When pressed a second time
the meter exits the timer and immediately prepares to colorimetrically measure the
sample (not accurate, for accurate results you need to wait the entire reaction
time) and simultaneously stores the measurement in memory.
If the parameter being measured is below or above the detection range, the display
will show “LO” (Under Range) or “HI” (Over Range), respectively. This feature is
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Total Alkalinity Test Procedure
AL1 AL
REMOVE STRIP
1 Remove one (1) eXact® Strip Micro AL, Part No.
486641 from the bottle before beginning the test.
Set the strip in a dry, convenient place and recap
the bottle immediately.
TURN METER ON
2 Press the ZERO/ON button to power the meter on;
the display will show all annunciators, then the
current MENU selection, followed by the last
stored reading in memory.
5 ZERO METER*
Press the ZERO/ON button. The cursor will move
across the display, followed by 0.00 PPM.
The sample is ready for testing.
NOTE: Alizarin Red S and citric acid react with the Total Alkalinity in the sample to form a red color directly proportional
to the alkalinity in the sample.
*NOTE: When testing outdoors (sunlight), for best accuracy, use the Mixing Cap/Cell Cover when Zeroing and Reading the sample.
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Nitrite (as NO2-) Test Procedure
NO2
NO2
REMOVE STRIP
1 Remove one (1) eXact® Strip Micro NO2, Part No.
486623 from the bottle before beginning the test.
Set the strip in a dry, convenient place and recap
the bottle immediately.
TURN METER ON
2 Press the ZERO/ON button to power the meter on;
the display will show all annunciators, then the
current MENU selection, followed by the last
reading.
SELECT TEST: NO2
3 Press and re-press the MENU button until the
display shows the parameter NO2.
ZERO METER*
5 Press the ZERO/ON button. The cursor will move
across the display followed by 0.00 PPM. Sample
is ready for testing.
TURN METER ON
2 Press the ZERO/ON button to power the meter on; the
display will show all annunciators, then the current
MENU selection, followed by the last reading.
TURN METER ON
2 Press the ZERO/ON button to power the meter on;
the display will show all annunciators, then the
current MENU selection, followed by the last
reading.
5 ZERO METER*
Press the ZERO/ON button. The cursor will move
across the display, followed by 0.00 PPM. The
sample is ready for testing.
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DPD-4 Total Chlorine Procedure
CL6 CL
REMOVE STRIP
1 Remove one (1) eXact® Strip Micro CL (DPD-4),
Part No. 486670 from the bottle before beginning
the test. Set the strip in a dry, convenient place
and recap the bottle immediately.
TURN METER ON
2 Press the ZERO/ON button to power the meter on;
the display will show all annunciators, then the
current MENU selection, followed by the last
reading.
SELECT TEST: CL6
3 Press and re-press the MENU button until the
display shows the parameter CL6.
CL6 is also used for testing:
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(DPD-3). Contact ITS for specs and details if you are planning on using CL6 for
Permanganate or Ozone measurements.
ZERO METER*
5 Press the ZERO/ON button. The cursor will move
across the display followed by 0.00 PPM. Sample
is ready for testing.
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pH (Fresh Water) Test Procedure
bt7 NOTE: If NaCl value is less than 4,000 ppm, then use this procedure.
If NaCl value is greater than 4,000 ppm, then use Procedure on page 14.
REMOVE STRIP
1 Remove one (1) eXact® Strip Micro bt, Part No.
486652 from the bottle before beginning the test.
Set the strip in a dry, convenient place and recap
the bottle immediately.
TURN METER ON
2 Press the ZERO/ON button to power the meter on;
the display will show all annunciators, then the
current MENU selection, followed by the last
reading.
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Phosphate Test Procedure
PO8 pO4
REMOVE STRIP
1 Remove one (1) eXact® Strip Micro PO4, Part No.
486814 from the bottle before beginning the test.
Set the strip in a dry, convenient place and recap
the bottle immediately.
TURN METER ON
2 Press the ZERO/ON button to power the meter on;
the display will show all annunciators, then the
current MENU selection, followed by the last
reading.
5 ZERO METER*
Press the ZERO/ON button. When the display
shows 0.00 PPM, the sample is ready for testing.
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Chloride Test Procedure1
CH0 CH
REMOVE STRIP
1 Remove one (1) eXact® Strip Micro CH, Part No.
486757 from the bottle before beginning the test.
Set the strip in a dry, convenient place and recap
the bottle immediately.
TURN METER ON
2 Press the ZERO/ON button to power the meter on;
the display will show all annunciators, then the
current MENU selection, followed by the last
reading.
5 ZERO METER*
Press the ZERO/ON button. When the display
shows 0 PPM, the sample is ready for testing.
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pH (Salt Water) Test Procedure
P11 NOTE: If NaCl value is greater than 4,000 ppm, then use this procedure.
If NaCl value is less than 4,000 ppm, then use Procedure on page 10.
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TURN METER ON
1 Press the ZERO/ON button to power the meter on;
the display will show all annunciators, then the
current MENU selection, followed by the last
reading.
4 ZERO METER
Press the ZERO/ON button. When the display
shows 0.0 pH, the sample is ready for testing.
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eXact® Eco-Check Tips For Best Accuracy
1. Become familiar with the meter and the different tests by reading the instructions
carefully.
2. The Free Chlorine and Total Chlorine results are compliant for meeting USEPA
(4500-Cl G); ISO 7393/2; and German DIN 38408 G4-2 requirements.
3. Observe the dip time (as required for the test) for accurate results.
4. 7HVWLPPHGLDWHO\DIWHU¿OOLQJWKHCELL with water sample.
5. Be sure the CELL LV¿OOHGWRFDSDFLW\P/
6. Rinse the CELL with clean water immediately after completing the test. (Some test
reagents will stain or coat the CELL wall if allowed to remain).
7. Just before testing, rinse the sample CELL with the sample water several times to get a
representative sample. (Use deionized or distilled water for rinsing if you have a limited
sample).
8. Store the meter and all test materials out of direct sunlight and away from chemical
storage areas.
9. Minimize exposure of meter and test reagents to heat above 90°F (32°C).
10. Dry the outside of the meter when testing is complete or before storage of the meter.
11. Each eXact® Strip Micro test strip is valid for ONLY one test. Discard strip after single
use in regular trash that is inaccessible to children and pets.
12. Each bottle of eXact® Strip Micro contains the quantity of strips notated on the bottle.
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normal strips in the bottle. These should be discarded. Using these strips may give
unreliable results.
13. The eXact® Eco-Check meter is not compatible for use with DPD-1, DPD-3, and DPD-4
powder pillows, tablets, and liquids available from other manufacturers. Accurate
results can only be guaranteed by using genuine eXact® Strip Micro strips or reagents
(reorder information on page 19).
14. Our lab testing with the Micro 20 meter has shown that zeroing and measuring of the
sample normally does not require any cell cover for accurate results, except in sunlight.
To obtain optimal accuracy when testing with the meter outdoors (sunlight), use the
Mixing Cap/Cell Cover when zeroing and reading the sample.
15. Remove batteries when meter is not used for more than a month (Warranty
Requirement).
If there is a question about the quality of a ReagentStrip™, your test method, or the photometer
you are using, then it is recommended to test the SYSTEM (reagent, you, and photometer) by
using the appropriate READY SNAP™ solution.
Follow the procedure for the test you are running. If you get the acceptible result using the READY
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as a SYSTEM correctly.
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eXact® Eco-Check Meter Messages
The following are some common messages that may be displayed, including error messages.
LCD Message Description Corrective Action
HI In READ mode: test sample concentration is above Dilute and retest.
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LO In READ mode: test sample concentration is below Sample value is below measurement
WKHPHDVXUHPHQWUDQJHWHVWVSHFL¿F range.
LO In ZERO mode: sample absorbance (due to a 'LOXWHVDPSOH¿OWHUVDPSOHRUFOHDQFHOO2QHRI
FORXG\RUFRORUHGVDPSOHRUDGLUW\FHOOLVWRRKLJK these options should remedy the problem.
to zero, the meter will read “LO”.
ER Excessive stray light detected. Normally this Place the LIGHT BLOCKING CAP over the CELL
does not occur, even when testing in sunlight. for zeroing and for reading result. Moving
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in lower left /RZEDWWHU\LQGLFDWLRQGXULQJWHVWLQJPHWHUPD\QRW]HUR Replace the batteries.
TRA/TRb Quality control of meter used by ITS. Unscrew and rescrew battery cover to reset.
CL5 Clear memory. Contact ITS for more info. Unscrew and rescrew battery cover to reset.
About The Built-In Cell
The built-in CELLLVWUDQVSDUHQWSODVWLFDQGZKHQ¿OOHGWRWKHWRSFRQWDLQVP/7KHVWXUG\CELL design
will last for over 20,000 readings. Scratches on the CELL will not interfere or compromise the accuracy of
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a test is completed. Do not use solvents, such as acetone, to clean the cell. When the CELL becomes
stained or cloudy from repeated testing, or when the meter does not blank when you press the ZERO/ON
button, the cell needs to be cleaned. Clean as follows)LOOFHOOZLWKFOHDQZDWHUDQGPRYHWKHCell
cleaning brush up-and-down and back-and-forth along the walls of the cell. Afterwards, rinse the cell and
the meter is ready for use again. Cleaning the cell regularly is especially recommended after you run a
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Eco-Check Systems against the AWWA, US EPA , DIN, and ISO reference test methods for chlorine.
6WXGLHVVKRZWKDWWKHH;DFW® Eco-Check System repeatedly agrees with an EPA Compliant reference
method greater than 99% (R2 SSPVHHSDJH7KHH;DFW® Eco-Check Advanced
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calibrations in the meter to be valid for the life of the meter because of the quality, Long-Life LED, the
photo cell, and the software as written into the meter. NOTE: Test algorithms in this meter give accurate
results in fresh and salt water (except Nitrate)
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This DPD test system is accepted by most state health departments because this test is USEPA (DIN
Standard 38 408 G4, ISO 7393/2) accepted for testing requirements for Free and Total Chlorine. The
H;DFW® Eco-Check meter uses a wavelength of 525nm; and the compliance requirement is that the
FRORULPHWHUZDYHOHQJWKLVEHWZHHQDQGQP7KHH;DFW® Strip Micro CL (DPD-1) uses the same
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by AWWA (American Water Works Association) method 4500-Cl G. It should be understood that the
USEPA does not "approve" commercial DPD delivery systems such as reagent powder pillows, tablets,
GLVSHQVHUVRUH;DFW®6WULS0LFUR'3'GHOLYHU\GHYLFHV7KHH;DFW® Strip Micro CL (DPD-1) for Free
&KORULQHDQGWKHH;DFW®6WULS0LFUR&/'3'RUWKHH;DFW® Strip Micro CL (DPD-4) for Total Chlorine
PHHW\RXUUHSRUWDEOHWHVWLQJUHTXLUHPHQWVEHFDXVHWKHH;DFW® Strip Micro CL delivers the same
chemicals in identical proportions (see table below); therefore, the system is compliant. Likewise,
AWWA proportions are followed as required for Total Chlorine measurements using Potassium Iodide.
Component AWWA eXact®
()ree ChOorine) 4500-CO* DPD-1
Anhydrous DPD sulfate 1.5% 1.5%
Anhydrous Na2HPO4 33.4% 33.4%
Anhydrous KH2PO4Na2 64.0% 64.0%
EDTA 1.1% 1.1%
NOTE: Because most of our products are test strips or use reagents that have little or no hazard in the quantity sold, MSDS sheets are not
supplied with the test.
To ensure optimal performance, store your eXact® kit in a cool, dry place away from excess heat (below
90°F / 32°C), moisture, and oxidizers such as Chlorine and Bromine.
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eXact® Strip Micro DPD-1 Accuracy
Free Chlorine results are compared using the eXact® Strip Micro CL (DPD-1) with the eXact® Eco-Check Meter in
Menu CL6 and Hach® DR890 Colorimeter in Program 9 and Program 12 using Hach® powder pillows.
DPD Free Chlorine study, March 20, 2012
5.0
DR890 Eco-Check
0.00 0 4.5
y = 0.9814x Hach vs ITS
0.27 0.27 R = 0.99948 Linear (Hach vs ITS)
4.0
0.58 0.57
1.10 1.10 3.5
1.0
Meter Menu Range (PPM) Resolution
Eco-Check CL6 0 to 5.00 0.01 0.5
Contact Information
For US Inquiries and Re-Orders: For European & Middle East Inquiries and Re-Orders:
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Phone: 1-800-861-9712 - INSIDE THE U.S. Salisbury, Wiltshire SP3 5DU, United Kingdom
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