Orion AQUAfast® II Photometer Nitrite LR

Operation Nitrite 0.05 - 0.50 mg/l N Method Preparation Avoiding errors in photometric measurements
For USEPA regulatory use, valid range 0.05 - 0.50 mg/l N
power Switch the unit on using the "power" switch 1. Thoroughly clean vials, caps and stir rod after each analysis in order
0.0.0 Perform zero calibration (see “Operation”). to prevent carry-over errors. Even minute reagent residues lead to
nit This display shows the method. Add one NITRITE LR tablet straight from the foil to the incorrect measurements. Use the supplied brush for cleaning.
10 ml sample, and crush using a clean stir rod. Allow to
2. Ensure that the outer walls of the vials are dry and clean before performing
dissolve completely, cap the vial, and align the ∇ and ∆
the analysis. Fingerprints or water droplets on the light entry surfaces of
Fill a clean vial with the sample up to the 10 ml mark, marks.
the vials lead to incorrect measurements.
screw the cap on, and place in the sample chamber with
the ∇ vial mark aligned with the ∆ housing mark. Wait for a color reaction time of 10 minutes! 3. “Zero calibration” and “Test” must be performed using the same vial,
zero since different vials can possess slightly different tolerances.
zero
Press the "zero/test" key. test Press the "zero/test" key.
test 4. For “Zero calibration” and “Test”, ensure that the vial is always positioned
nit The method symbol flashes for approx. 3 seconds. in the sample chamber in such a way that the graduation with the white
METHOD The method symbol flashes for approx. 3 seconds.
triangle points toward the marking on the housing.
0.0.0 Confirms zero calibration. RESULT The result is shown in the display in mg/l N. 5. Always perform “Zero calibration” and “Test” with capped vials.

After zero calibration is completed, remove the vial from Measuring tolerance: ± 0.05 mg/l N 6. Bubbles on the inside walls of the vial can lead to incorrect
the sample chamber. measurements.
The characteristic color starts to appear after the addition To prevent this, cap the vial and remove the bubbles by swirling the vial
of the reagent tablet(s) (see "Method Preparation"). Calibration Standards
before performing the test.
Cap the vial again and place in the sample chamber with Standards for calibration should be prepared similar to samples.
the ∇ and ∆ marks aligned. 7. You must prevent water from penetrating into the sample chamber. The
entry of water into the housing of the photometer can destroy electronic
zero components and lead to corrosion damage.
test
Press the "zero/test" key. Notes
1. The following ions can interfere under certain conditions by precipitating: 8. Soiling of the lens (LED and photosensor) in the sample chamber leads
METHOD The method symbol flashes for approx. 3 seconds.
antimony (III), iron (III), lead, mercury (I), silver, chloroplatinate, meta- to incorrect measurements.
RESULT
vanadate and bismuth.
The result appears in the display. Check - and if necessary clean - the light entry surfaces of the sample
Copper (II) ions may give a low result as they accelerate the chamber at regular intervals. Clean using a moist cloth and cotton balls.
Repeat the analysis: decomposition of the diazonium salt.
9. Always add the reagent tablets to the sample straight from the foil without
Press the "zero/test" key once again. It is improbable in practice that these interfering ions will occur in such
touching them with your fingers.
New zero calibration: high concentrations that they cause significant errors.
Press the "mode" key until the desired method symbol 10. Major temperature differentials between the photometer and the
appears in the display again. 2. To convert from mg/l as N to mg/l as NO 2 multiply by 3.3.
environment can lead to incorrect measurements - e.g. due to the
formation of condensate in the area of the lens or on the vial.
User messages Specified tolerances at T = 20 °C.
Method notes
EOI Light absorption too great. Reason - e.g. soiled lens. 11. For best results pipette samples.
Observe application options, analysis regulations and matrix effects of
÷Err Measuring range exceeded or excessive turbidity.
methods. Reagent tablets are designed for use in chemical analysis
-Err Result below measuring range limit. only and should be kept well out of the reach of children.
LO BAT Replace 9 V battery immediately; no further analysis are If necessary, request material safety data sheets.
possible.
Ensure proper disposal of reagent solutions.
Technical data
Optics: LED, filter (λ = 528 nm) Correct filling of the vial
Battery: 9 V block battery (life = approx. 600 tests)
Auto-OFF: Auto unit switch-off approx. 15 minutes after a
key was last pressed 10 ml 10 ml

Ambient conditions: 5-40°C

30-90% rel. humidity (non-condensing)
Compliance: DIN EN 55 022, 61 000-4-2, 61 000-4-8, correct wrong
50 082-2, 50 081-1, DIN V ENV 50 140, 50 204
FCC Part 15 Class A
ICES – 003 Issue 2
 Calibration mode User calibration : cAL
Factory calibration : CAL
mode Press and hold "mode" key.
The unit can be reset to the factory calibration as follows:
Switch unit on using "power" key.
power
Release "mode" key after approx. 1 second. mode zero Press and hold both "mode" and "zero/test" together.
test

These messages will alternate in the display. Switch the unit on using the "power" key. Release "mode"
CAL power
If necessary, press "mode" key until the desired method and "zero/test" keys after approx. 1 second.
nit alternates with CAL.
The following messages will alternate in the display.
zero Perform zero calibration as described.
test SEL The unit is reset to factory settings.
Press the "zero/test" key.
CAL (SEL stands for Select)
METHOD The method symbol flashes for approx. 3 seconds.
or:
0.0.0
These messages will alternate in the display.
CAL The unit operates with a calibration performed by the
SEL
Place the standard to be used in the sample chamber user. (If the user calibration is to be retained, switch the
zero with the ∇ and ∆ marks aligned (see "Method cAL unit off using the "power" key.)
test
Preparation"). Press the "zero/test" key.

METHOD The method symbol flashes for approx. 3 seconds. mode

Factory calibration is activated by pressing the "mode"
key. The following messages will alternate in the display:
RESULT
The result is shown in the display alternating with CAL. SEL
CAL
CAL
If the result corresponds to the value of the standard used
(within the allowed tolerance), exit calibration mode by power Switch the unit off using the "power" key.
pressing the "power" key.

mode Pressing the "mode" key once increases the displayed

result by 1 digit.
zero Pressing the "zero/test" key once decreases the displayed User notes
test result by 1 digit.
E 10 Calibration factor “out of range”
CAL Continue pressing the keys until the displayed result E 70 Factory calibration incorrect / deleted
RESULT + x corresponds to the value of the standard used.
E 71 User calibration incorrect / deleted
If you press the "power" key twice, the new correction
power
factor is calculated and stored in the user calibration level.

: : Confirms calibration (3 seconds).

Note
CAL Factory calibration active.

cAL Calibration has been set by the user.

Recommended calibration value

Technical changes without notice.
Nitrite: between 0.2 and 0.3 mg/l N Printed in Germany.

233299-001 Rev.E