LaMotte Tracer 1749-KIT-01 User manual

Pool Professional's Meter!
TracerTM Salt/TDS/Temp
PockeTester
Code 1749-KIT-01

Warning! This set contains chemicals
that may be harmful if misused. Read
cautions on individual containers
carefully. Not to be used by children
except under adult supervision.

TRACERTM
SALT/TDS/TEMP POCKETESTER • CODE 1749-KIT-01
Introduction .....................................................................................4
Specifications..................................................................................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
Storing Readings ........................................................................ 10
Recalling Stored Readings......................................................... 11
Clearing the Memory .................................................................. 11
Calibration ......................................................................................12
Operational Matrix..........................................................................13
Maintenance
Care/Storage of Electrode.......................................................... 15
Electrode Cleaning Recommendations ..................................... 15
Battery Replacement .................................................................. 15
Replacing the Electrode ............................................................. 15
Troubleshooting .............................................................................16
Warranty..........................................................................................17

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INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your purchase of the Total Dissolved Solids/Salinity TRACER
PockeTester. The TRACER is a revolutionary, first of its kind measurement
device that offers direct reading
of salinity and TDS with one electrode. Careful
use and maintenance
will provide years of reliable service.
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(fixed ratio of 0.5)
TDS Ratio 0.4 to 1.0, adjustable
Salinity Ratio 0.5 fixed
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,
3°C (from 122 to 194°F, 50 to 90°C)
Conductivity ATC Range 32.0°F to 140°F, (0.0°C to 60.0°C)
Accuracy Conductivity: ± 2% FS
TDS: ± 2% FS
Salinity: ± 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

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CONTENTS
SALT/TDS/TEMP TRACER PockeTester Kit Code 1749-KIT-01
Includes:
SALT/TDS/TEMP TRACER PocketTester Code 1749
Calibration Standard, 3,000 ppm Code 6005-J
Sample Cup w/cap Code 1745-1
PARTS & ACCESSORIES
SAL/EC/TDS Replacement Electrode Code 1765
Weighted Stand w/Sample Cups (5) Code 1746
Sample Cups w/caps (24) Code 1745-1
Calibration Standard, 3,000 ppm, 120mL Code 6005-J

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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
5
3
1
6
7
2
HML
0
0
2
10
20
12
5
10
7
BAT pH
mg/L
m
μS
t
m
pp
88.88
°C
°F
8.8.8
RENEW
HOLD

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BASIC OPERATION
Powering the TRACER
The Tracer uses four CR2032 Lithium Ion batteries. If the batteries are weak,
the BAT indicator will appear on the display. Press the ON/OFF key to turn
the TRACER on or off. The auto power off feature will shut the TRACER off
automatically after 10 minutes after the last button push.
Automatic Calibration
When the TRACER is turned on, it will enter the Automatic Calibration
mode. SELF and CAL will appear while the calibration is in progress. After the
calibration is completed, the SELF and CAL display icons will extinguish.
TDS Conversion Ratio
The TDS value is determined by multiplying the conductivity measurement
by a known conversion ratio factor. The meter allows the selection of a
conversion ratio factor in the range of 0.4 to 1.0. The selected ratio will vary
with application but is typically set between 0.5 and 0.7. In the salinity mode,
the ratio is fixed at 0.5. The stored ratio factor will briefly appear in the lower
temperature display when the meter is first turned on or when changing the
measurement function to TDS.
To Change the TDS Conversion Ratio:
1. Turn the TRACER on.
2. Press and release the CAL/RECALL button twice.
The stored ratio will appear in the display.
3. Press the MODE/HOLD button to change the ratio
value in steps of 0.1.
4. When the desired ratio is displayed, press and release
the CAL/RECALL button to store the value and return
to the normal mode.
5. If no buttons are pressed for 5 seconds, the meter
will return to the measurement mode.
0.7

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Changing the Displayed Temperature Units
To change the displayed temperature units between °F or °C:
1. With the TRACER off, press and hold the CAL/RECALL button.
2. With the CAL/RECALL button pressed, momentarily press the ON/OFF
button. When SELF CAL appears in the display, release the CAL/RECALL
button. The TRACER will return to the operational mode with the temperature
displayed in the new units.
Data Hold
Press the MODE/HOLD button to freeze the current reading. The HOLD icon
will appear, the reading will be stored. Press the MODE/HOLD key to return
to normal operation.
Auto Power Off
The auto-power off feature will automatically shut the meter off 10 minutes
after the last button was pressed. To disable the auto-off feature:
1. Press the ON/OFF button to turn the meter on.
2. Wait for the SELF display screen to appear. This is the second screen to
appear after turning on the meter. IMPORTANT: Review the instructions
for the next 3 steps before proceeding. Step 3 must be followed immedi-
ately by Step 4.
3. Press CAL/RECALL button once.
4. Press MODE/HOLD and ON/OFF buttons simultaneously. Quickly
release buttons.
5. oFF will be displayed on the screen. Watch carefully. It will disappear
quickly.
6. The auto power off feature will be restored automatically when the meter
is turned off. Auto-off is the default function when the meter is turned on.
Low Battery Indicator
The “BAT” indicator will be displayed when the batteries become weak. Refer
to the maintenance section for battery replacement information

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TESTING
Getting Started
1. Remove the cap from the bottom of the TRACER to expose the electrode.
2. Before the first use, rinse the electrode in deionized water and dry.
Changing the Measurement Function
The meter can be set to measure Conductivity, TDS (ppm), TDS (mg/L) or
Salinity (ppm). To change the mode:
1. Turn the TRACER on.
2. Press and hold the MODE/HOLD button for 2 seconds. The display will
begin to scroll through the units.
μS or mS (Conductivity)
ppm (TDS)
ppm (Salinity “S”)
3. Release the MODE/HOLD key when the desired mode is displayed.
4. Note that the “HOLD” function can not be on when changing functions.

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Measurement
1. Fill a sample cup to the 20 mL line with the test sample. Sample depth
must be greater than or equal to 1.5 inches.
2. Immerse the TRACER electrode in the sample. Make sure the electrode is
completely submersed.
3. Press the ON/OFF button. (8888 and then SELF CAL
will appear in the display during the initial diagnos-
tics).
4. Press and hold the MODE/HOLD button to scroll to
the desired measurement mode.
5. Slowly stir the sample with the TRACER to remove
air bubbles.
6. The meter will autorange to the proper range and the
reading will be displayed.
7. Rinse the electrode in distilled water. Replace the cap.
Storing Readings
1. After the reading is displayed press and hold the MODE/HOLD button
to store the current reading. The meter will enter the HOLD mode and
HOLD will be displayed. The storage
location number will be displayed
on the lower display followed by the
reading being stored.
2. Press the MODE/HOLD button to exit
the HOLD mode and return to normal
operation.
3. If an attempt is made to store more than
25 readings,
the stored readings will
be overwritten starting with the first
reading.
SAL/EC/TDS
ON
OFF
MODE
CAL
100.9
72.3 ∞F

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Recalling Stored Readings
NOTE: First ensure that the HOLD symbol is not displayed. If it is, exit the HOLD
function by pressing the MODE/HOLD button.
1. Press the CAL/RECALL button and then press the MODE/HOLD button;
the location number (1 through 25) will briefly appear and then the value
stored in that location will appear. The displayed units will flash, indicat-
ing that the storage recall mode is active.
2. The last stored reading taken will be displayed first. To advance to the
previously stored readings, press the MODE/HOLD button. The location
number is displayed first, followed by the reading stored in that location.
3. To exit the storage mode, press the CAL/RECALL button and the
TRACER will return to normal operation after displaying “End”.
Clearing the Stored Memory
Turn the TRACER on. Press and hold the ON/OFF button for 4 second the display
will briefly display “clr” when the memory is cleared.
L
1423
72.3 ∫F
20
2
2
10
20
15
s
10

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CALIBRATION (SALT/TDS)
For the most accurate results, allow sufficient time for the temperature of the
probe to reach the temperature of the sample before calibrating. This will be
indicated by a stable temperature reading on the display
Meter accuracy verification should be performed on a periodic/monthly basis
as needed. The frequency of the verification will depend on the storage and
maintenance conditions and amount of meter use. If calibration is required,
the meter must be in the salinity mode to perform calibration for salinity
and TDS. The meter can perform a calibration and store the data. The automatic
calibration recognition procedure will recognize a conductivity standard of
3,000 ppm (3ppt). Always calibrate in the range closest to the expected
measurement value. For salinity samples within the range of 1,000 to 9,999 ppm
salinity, calibrate with a 3,000 ppm calibration standard.
1. Fill a sample cup to 20 mL line with a calibration standard.
2. Press the ON/OFF button to turn the TRACER on. Insert the electrode
into the standard. Tap or stir the sample with the Tracer to dislodge air
bubbles.
3. Press and hold the CAL/RECALL button for approximately 2 seconds.
“CAL” will appear and the display will flash.
4. The meter will automatically recognize and calibrate to the calibration
standard. The display will briefly indicate “SA” and “End” and then return
to the measurement mode.
NOTE: “SA” will not appear if the calibration fails.
5. The calibration range indicator will appear on the display for each range
that is calibrated during a power on cycle.
NOTE: Each time the calibration mode is entered all calibration range indicator s
will be cleared, but only the calibration data for the currently selected range will
be replaced.
Medium Range, 3,000 ppm (3ppt)
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OPERATIONAL MATRIX
Function/
Resulting Action Power Mode Key Press Sequence
On/Off On or
Off
Any Momentary press of
ON/OFF button
Calibration On Con Press & hold CAL/
RECALL button for 2
seconds until CAL is
displayed
Store Reading On Any Momentary press of
MODE/HOLD button
Hold Release On Hold Momentary press of
MODE/HOLD button
Enter Memory
Retrieval
On Any Momentary press
of CAL/RECALL
button followed by a
momentary press of
MODE/HOLD button
within 4 seconds.
Scroll Stored
Readings
On Memory
Recall
Momentary press of
MODE/HOLD button
Displays last in first out.
Exit Memory
Retrieval
On Memory
Recall
Momentary press of
MODE/RECALL button
Clear Stored
Memory
On Any
Measure
Mode
Press and hold the
ON/OFF button for 4
seconds until “clr” is
displayed.
Change
Measurement Mode
On Any Press and hold MODE/
HOLD button for 2
seconds. Modes will
scroll by until button is
released

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Function/
Resulting Action Power Mode Key Press Sequence
Enter CON/TDS
Ratio
On TDS
(ppm or
mg/L)
Press and release
the CAL/RECALL
button twice in quick
succession.
Change CON/TDS
Ratio
On TDS
(ppm or
mg/L)
Press and release
the CAL/RECALL
button twice in quick
succession. Momentary
press of MODE/HOLD
button. Each press
increases ratio by 0.1
from 0.4 to 1.0.
Exit CON/TDS
Ratio
On TDS
(ppm or
mg/L)
Momentary press of
CAL/RECALL button.
Change
Temperature Units
On n/a Press and hold CAL/
RECALL button then
momentarily press ON/
OFF button. Release
CAL/RECALL button
after“Self Cal” is
displayed.
Override Auto
Power Off
On Any Momentarily press
CAL/RECALL button
then simultaneously
press and hold CAL/
RECALL and MODE/
HOLD buttons for 2
seconds until “oFF” is
displayed.
Default Reset Off n/a Simultaneously press
ON/OFF, CAL/
RECALL and MODE/
HOLD buttons
momentarily. “dFlt” will
be displayed.

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MAINTENANCE
Care/Storage of Electrode
1. Always rinse the electrode in distilled, tap or deionized water between
measurements to avoid cross contamination. Double rinsing is recommended
when high accuracy is required.
2. Store the electrode dry with the cap on.
3. Do not touch the electrodes. Touching the surface of the platinized
electrodes may damage and reduce the life of the electrodes.
Electrode Cleaning Recommendations
Do not soak the electrode in the solutions for longer than the recommended length
of time. To do so may cause a reference potential shift which will cause a
degradation in performance or failure. When cleaning the probe, do not scratch
or damage the platinized electrode surfaces. To remove water soluble contaminants
from the electrode, soak the electrode in deionized water and scrub with a soft brush.
Battery Replacement
1. Twist off the battery compartment cap.
2. Hold the battery housing in place with one finger. Remove the battery
carrier by pulling on the small tabs.
3. Replace the four CR2032 batteries. Observe polarity.
4. Replace the battery compartment cap.
Replacing the electrode
1. Unscrew and remove the electrode collar. Turn collar counter-clockwise.
2. Gently rock the electrode side to side, while pulling it away from the
meter, until it disconnects from the electrode socket.
3. To attach an electrode, align the slots and carefully plug the electrode into
the meter socket. CAUTION: Take care to align pins carefully. Bent or
broken pins will cause the meter to malfunction.
4. Firmly tighten the electrode collar to create a seal with the rubber gasket
between the electrode and the meter.

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TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem Check Action
Reading is frozen HOLD mode Press MODE/HOLD button
to exit HOLD mode
“BAT” message Batteries low Replace batteries
Meter will not
calibrate
Trapped air
bubbles
Tap probe or stir sample to
release air bubbles
Dirty probe Clean probe
Damaged
probe
Replace probe
Contaminated
standards
Use fresh standards
Meter will not
turn on
Batteries low
or dead
Replace batteries
Battery
polarity
Replace batteries with correct
polarity
Unit will not respond
to any key presses
Internal fault Perform hard reboot. Remove
batteries, hold ON/OFF
button down for 5 seconds,
replace batteries
“_oL_” message Sample is out
of range
Dilute sample

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WARRANTY
LaMotte Company warrants this instrument to be free of defects in parts and
workmanship for 1 year from the date of shipment and the probe to be free of
defects in parts and workmanship for 6 months from the date of shipment. If it
should become necessary to return the instrument for service during or beyond
the warranty period, contact our Technical Service Department at 1-800-344-3100
or [e-mail] for a return authorization number or visit www.lamotte.com
for troubleshooting help. The sender is responsible for shipping charges, freight,
insurance and proper packaging to prevent damage in transit. This warranty does
not apply to defects resulting from action of the user such as misuse, improper
wiring, operation outside of specification, improper maintenance or repair, or
unauthorized modification. LaMotte Company specifically disclaims any implied
warranties or merchantability or fitness for a specific purpose and will not be
liable for any direct, indirect, incidental or consequential damages. LaMotte
Company’s total liability is limited to repair or replacement of the product. The
warranty set forth above is inclusive and no other warranty, whether written or
oral, is expressed or implied.
To register your meter with the LaMotte Service Department —
go to www.lamotte.com and choose SUPPORT on the top navigation bar.

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PO Box 329 • Chestertown • Maryland • 21620 • USA
800-344-3100 • 410-778-3100 (Outside USA) • Fax [phone]
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