palintest Kemio User manual

Kemio
User Manual

Introduction 1
Safety Information 1
Product Overview 2
Kit Contents 3
Performing a Test 5
Test History 6
Why Configure Kemio? 7
Data Enrichment 7
Traceability 10
Process Control 12
Simple Configuration 13
Configuration 15
Batches 20
Check Standards 23
Select Tests 25
Calibration/Validation 30
Connectivity 32
Software Upgrade 33
Care and Maintenance 35
Troubleshooting 39
Technical Support 40
Reorder Codes 41
Technical Specification 42
Contents

Kemio is a measurement and data platform for chemical testing.
It is used by utilities and municipalities for drinking water, for
water testing in the F&B sector, and other industrial, scientific
and service applications. The data is used in reports for audits,
records, quality control, process control, and trend analysis.
Kemio offers varied benefits to users:
• Reliable, high quality results with little risk of user error
• Traceable data record of 10000+ results
• Data enrichment with application and test information
• IP67 certified with waterproof micro USB port
1Introduction 2
Product Overview
Safety Information
Please read the entire manual prior to setting up or operating
this equipment.
To achieve the performance specified in this manual, only
use this instrument in the manner specified below. The
instrument is IP67 certified, including the USB port. However, it is
recommended that the Kemio Platform is clean and dry before
use.
Kemio has been independently tested and conforms to
European CE Mark legislation. The instrument should only be
operated using the supplied cable.
Review the ‘Care and Maintenance’ section for
recommendations on best practice.
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Power
Touch screen
Testing Arm
Sample vessel
Temperature probe
6Electrical contacts
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Barcode scanner
Micro USB port
Rechargeable battery
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Press the power button and release. An audible beep will
confirm the instrument is on. Switch off by holding the
power button for 2 seconds.
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Kemio comes in one of 3 kit formats:
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The benchtop kit is perfect for static applications, where
Kemio will remain in the same location and doesn’t require any
transportation.
The benchtop kit contains:
• Kemio Disinfection
• USB cable and international adaptor
• Quick start guide
• Stylus
• Fitted cardboard box
The soft kit is perfect for most mobile applications. The kit has
space for spare sensors and accessories. The Kemio sleeve
protects the instrument and provides a mobile test platform.
The soft kit contains:
• Kemio Disinfection
• USB cable and international adaptor
• Quick start guide
• Stylus
• Kemio protective sleeve
• Palintest soft carry case
Kemio kits do not include sensors by default. A sensor
refill pack must be purchased to perform tests
Testing for Chlorite requires additional accessories and
reagents. These are included in the engineer’s kit, which
serves as a Chlorite starter pack. It provides protection
for the instrument and equipment, and contains all the
elements required for Chlorite testing.
The chlorite hard case kit contains:
• Kemio Disinfection
• USB cable and international adaptor
• Sensors and reagents for chlorite test
• Degassing equipment
• Extra batteries
• Quick start guide
• Stylus
• Extra sample cup
• Palintest hard case
Benchtop Kit
Soft Kit
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Performing a Test
Kemio gives direct, on-screen visual instructions to assist with
each test workflow. Follow these steps for best performance.
For more details and instructions for each test type. Download
the Kemio test instructions at www.palintest.com
From the home screen, press HISTORY to view
Kemio’s historic test results from newest to oldest.
Up to 1000 results can be viewed directly on the device.
Results can be filtered using several methods:
All Tests No filter. Show all test results.
Test Types Show results filtered by test type
Labels Show results filtered by label
Users Show results filtered by user
Passed Show tests with results within label limits
Failed Show tests with results outside label limits and
void tests.
Select a filter to view the results summary. 25 results are
displayed on a page.
Use the < and > buttons on
the navigation bar to view the
next set of 25 results. Use the
|<< and >>| keys to jump to the
first and last test results.
Test History

• Production lines in a bottling plant (line 1, line
2, line 3)
• sampling points in a building (Room 202, Room 313, Plant,
Reception)
• Different parts of a process (pre-tank/ post-tank)
• Water sample types with different qualities (Type A, Type
B, Type C)
• Use a generic DEFAULT or OTHER label for miscellaneous
tests.
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Kemio can be personalized to suit specific testing needs:
• Enrich data to give meaning to test results
• Enable decision-making with clear pass/fail results
• Help control processes
• Integrate into quality systems
• Provide a clear, traceable audit trail.
Why Configure Kemio?
Tagging additional information to test results is useful
in applications that require reporting, performance
improvement, monitoring, and where instruments are used
in a variety of locations or to measure multiple parameters.
With all this information available over USB, the test does
not simply deliver a number on a screen, but gives context
to each result.
To manage labels, see p. 15.
To enable tagging labels see p. 28.
Create a user profile on the device for each person who will
perform tests. If other people will also perform tests less
frequently, consider creating a DEFAULT or OTHER user.
To manage users, see p. 19.
To enable tagging users see p. 28.
Data Enrichment
Labels are used to tag each test as one of a pre-defined
set. If labels are used, they should span all possible test
types.
Examples of label sets include:
• Types of produce in a vegetable processing facility
(carrots, lettuce, spinach)
Label
User

For high-risk applications that are audited or closely
monitored, Kemio offers the following options to improve
traceability.
Traceability
The Notes field can be used to suit any application need. It
can be structured as desired: to give contextual information,
environmental information, equipment details, a report on
corrective action taken, etc.
By using Kemio to tag the name of the user performing the
test to each test result.
To manage users, see p. 19.
To enable tagging users see p. 28.
Notes
Users To Improve Accountability
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Reference codes are application-specific tags for a type of
measurement. Examples include:
• Sample points
• Location IDs
• Work orders
• Batches
• Variety of test
• etc.
This information can be tagged directly to each test result
from a printed barcode on paperwork, a barcode on a
label, a specially printed and laminated barcode, etc.
To generate a barcode, use an online barcode generator.
Standard barcode formats include UPC, EAN, Code 39,
Code 128, Code 93, Codabar, etc. All will be interpreted by
the barcode scanner. Type in the code. Print the code on
paper or a label or display it on a screen.
Barcodes for Kemio can be a maximum of 15 characters,
using the characters available on the Kemio keyboard. If
Kemio scans a character from outside the set, it simply will
not be stored in memory.
To enable scanning reference codes see p. 28.
Reference Codes
To ensure that the correct batch information for each sensor
is used on each test by forcing the user to scan each sensor
before use.
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If a measurement is tagged with a label that has limits
set, the result will be presented as a PASS or a FAIL.
In the event of a PASS, the user can be confident in their
water quality. No action must be taken.
If the result is a FAIL, then the user must take some further
action. Kemio enables rapid decision making.
Once this action is taken, this and/or the root cause of the
problem can be documented in the Notes section of the
test and tagged to the FAIL result for future reference.
To manage labels and limits, see p. 15.
To enable tagging labels see p. 28.
Kemio corrects for dilution factors automatically. The
displayed result is calculated according to the dilution factor
which is programmed into the label, eliminating the need for
the user to do any calculation.
To manage labels and dilution factors, see p. 15.
To enable tagging labels see p. 28.
Process Control
Actionable Results
Dilution
To manage labels, see p.15.
To enable tagging labels see p.28.
To correlate with corrective action. By using labels with limits,
each test will either be a PASS or a FAIL. Every out-of-spec
result (FAIL) should have some corrective action. Failed
results can be monitored using the test history (p. 6) to
ensure that the process is being followed correctly.
See p.28 'Scanner Settings' to configure Kemio to require
users to scan the batch code every test.
See p.31 for details about batch codes.
Limits and Pass/Fail Results

Select a single target test parameter and unselect all
the others.
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Disable tagging labels, users and reference codes.
When performing a test, Kemio will not prompt for a label
or user. After the test, the SCAN REFERENCE button will
not appear. In the log file, the label and user will always be
DEFAULT, and the limits and reference fields will be blank.
A second option is to delete all the user-generated labels
and users. Kemio will not ask for a label or user. In the log file,
the label and user will always be DEFAULT.
A third option is to keep Labels and Users selected, and set
exactly one label (with limits, if desired) and user. Since there
is only one choice, Kemio will automatically select it and display
it in the log.
Reduce the frequency of scanning sensor barcodes
Configure Kemio to scan the sensor batch only the first
test after Kemio is turned on. Or configure Kemio to
prompt users to select the batch from a list on the screen
instead of scanning.
To manage scanning settings, see p. 28.
To manage labels, limits and users, see p. 15.
To enable tagging labels, users and reference
codes see p. 29.
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To manage test types, see p. 25.
For straightforward applications where little variance is
expected, Kemio can be configured in the simplest way to
reduce the number of steps for the user. This provides the
most direct route to a result.
Simple Configuration
Test Types
Labels, Limits and Users
Barcode Scanning

Configure the Kemio
instrument settings and test
settings.
Select CONFIGURATION from
the home page to access the
CONFIGURATION menu.
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Labels
See the “Why Configure Kemio” section (p.7) for details on
how labels can be used in application for enriching data,
traceability and process control.
Add a Label
Select LABELS from the
CONFIGURATION menu.
2Select the appropriate
test type name from
the list.
3Press ADD A NEW LABEL.
Choose a descriptive name
for the label. Label names are
unique for a test type, but labels
for different test types can share
the same name.
Labels and limits apply to one specific test type.
If a test or sensor produces more than one result,
the label will only apply to the test type selected here.
If the desired test type is not available on the list,
use the select test instructions on p. 25.
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4Add a lower limit and/or upper
limit to set the range that is
considered a PASS for the test
application.
If a sample measured using
this label has a concentration
outside of this range, it will be
tagged as a FAIL.
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If the process requires dilution to bring the measured sam-
ple within Kemio’s measurement range, use a dilution factor.
If no dilution is required, the field can be left blank. If 1 or 0 is
entered for dilution, the label will display “- X” and no multi-
plication will be performed.
The displayed test result is calculated using the dilution fac-
tor programmed into the label.
For example:
A 100 mg/L sample needs diluting 4X. 1 part of sample
is diluted with 3 parts of deionized water. When a test is
performed using this label, the instrument will read 25 mg/L.
Using the dilution factor, 100 mg/L will be displayed on the
results screen.
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Limits are applied to the calculated result. Press
SAVE to save the label in memory.
When configuring the label, if the test limits after dividing
by the dilution factor do not fall within the sensor method
test range, an error is displayed, and the label will not
close or save.
Edit a Label Select the label from the list.
Click on the number to be
changed. Enter a new number
and press SET or press X
to cancel.
Label names cannot be
edited. Create a new label
instead.
Delete a Label Select the label from the list.
Press the button.
The label is deleted from
memory. Previous tests will
still be tagged with that label.
If multiple labels are set for a test type, the user must
select between them when performing a test. If a single
label is set, Kemio will automatically select it during a test.
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Users
See the “Why Configure Kemio” section (p.7) for details on
how users can be used in application for enriching data and
traceability.
Add a User Select USERS from the
CONFIGURATION menu.
Press ADD A NEW USER,
Type the user’s name,
Press SET to save the user in
memory.
If multiple users are set, the user must select between
them when performing a test. If a single user is set,
Kemio will automatically select it during a test. If no
users are user will be DEFAULT.
Delete a User Select the user from the list.
Press the button. The user
is deleted from memory.
Previous tests will still be
tagged with that user.
Users cannot be edited.
Batch Information
Add batch information for each new batch of
sensors to Kemio’s memory. Once the batch is in
memory, the sensor can be used for testing.
See p.30 for details about what batch information
is and why it is important for result accuracy.
Add a Batch
Select BATCH INFORMATION
from the CONFIGURATION
menu.
Press the (+) BATCH button.
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View a Batch
A maximum of 100 calibrations can be stored on the
device. They are sorted by sensor type.
Select BATCH
INFORMATION from
the CONFIGURATION menu.
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Select the sensor type code
from the list. The code is also
the start of the batch code
and can be found on the foil
packaging or box.
Select the desired batch to
open a pop up with details.
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3Scan the QR code on the side of
the box of sensors. Details about
the batch appear in a pop up
on screen, and is automatically
sorted into the correct folder. If a
batch is added as a duplicate, the
“loaded on” date will update but
nothing else will change.
If this method does not work, transfer the batch
information over USB. See p.34 for details.
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Check Standards
Kemio is supplied with check standards (KEMC10) to confirm
the instrument is working correctly.
Validating Kemio Using Check Standards
Start a check standard test by
A) pressing CONFIGURATION then CHECK STANDARDS
or
B) pressing PERFORM TEST or open the arm, and selecting
CHECK STANDARDS
(Check standards must be enabled as a test type.)
3The check takes 10
seconds. If the instrument
is functioning correctly, a
PASS will display on screen
and the corresponding line
will turn green.
If Kemio displays a FAIL,
repeat the test with the same
standard. If the problem
persists, contact your Palintest
representative.
4Press NEXT or open the arm to
test the next standard. Repeat
with each standard in this way.
If all standards pass, Kemio will
display a summary report and
return to the home screen.
Results are stored in the data
log for traceability.
Open the arm, and Insert the
first of four check standards
from the KEMC10 pack.
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PASS
STANDARD S1
STANDARD S2
STANDARD S3
STANDARD S4
STANDARD S1
SUCCESSFUL
PASS
STANDARD S1
STANDARD S2
STANDARD S3
STANDARD S4
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Press the back button to
return to the CONFIGURATION
menu. It is impossible to
navigate away from the
screen without at least one
test type selected.
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How To Select Tests
Select SELECT TESTS on the
CONFIGURATION menu.
Select Tests
Kemio can perform multiple test types. Select which test
types will be accessible using the SELECT TESTS function.
Test types that are not selected will not appear elsewhere
on the instrument.
If a single test type is selected, all test selection screens are
skipped, and this test type will be automatically chosen.
For example, these
three selections appear
on other screens like this.
The check standard test is a selectable test type. It
can also be accessed from the CONFIGURATION menu.
If only one test type is used, it is recommended to
deselect check standards as a test type and remove the
additional test selection step.
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Highlight test types by pressing
them. A number appears in
the bottom right corner. The
number represents the order
in which they appear on test
selection screens....
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Set the time by pressing TIME, entering the correct time
using the number pad and pressing SET.
Time
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Select SETTINGS from the CONFIGURATION menu.
Set the date format (dd/mm/yyyy or mm/dd/yyyy) by
pressing DATE FORMAT and then pressing the desired
format and pressing the back button.
Date Format
Set the date by pressing DATE, entering the correct date
using the number pad and pressing SET.
Date
Set the display language by pressing LANGUAGE, then
pressing the desired option and pressing the back button.
Language
Set the instrument display units by pressing UNITS, then
pressing the desired option and pressing the back button.
Units
Settings Test Settings
Select whether to enable or disable certain data
enrichment and traceability steps from the test procedure.
User
Select whether to enable or disable certain data
enrichment and traceability steps from the test procedure.
Labels
Set whether the SELECT LABEL screen appears at the start
of a test. If this is switched off, the label tagged to the result
will be DEFAULT and there will be no limits or dilution applied
to the test. This means that the results screen will always be
a blue result rather than a PASS or FAIL.
Reference
Set whether the SCAN REFERENCE button appears on the
Details page at the end of the test. If scanning a code is a
part of the workflow, set this switch on. If there is never a
code to attach to results, set this switch to off.
Kemio’s barcode scanner ensures that the right sensor type
is used for a test, that the right calibration information is
used, and that the sensor is in date.
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If an incorrect barcode is scanned, the instrument displays
an error screen with advice on how to correct the problem
and proceed with the test.
If the wrong batch code or sensor is used, it could produce
an incorrect result.
•Scan every test. Each time Perform Test is pressed, Kemio
will prompt the user to scan the sensor barcode. Select this
option for total traceability.
•First test only. After powering on, the first test of a test
type will be scanned. Until the instrument is turned off, Kemio
will skip the prompt to scan a sensor.
•Manual entry. Select the correct code from the list on
screen.
See the calibration section (p. 31) for details on the
importance of using the correct batch code.
Press DETAILS to view instrument details. This information
is used for troubleshooting problems.
• Instrument Serial Number
• Main Firmware Revision
• Bootloader Firmware Revision
• Gauge Firmware Revision
• Date of Manufacture
• System Calibration Date
• Hardware Revision
• Total Number of Tests Performed
Details
Batch Information
Kemio uses an electrochemical method with disposable screen-
printed and dosed sensors to measure chemicals in solution.
The single-use sensors produced in a single batch all have the
same performance characteristics
Calibration of each sensor batch is performed by Palintest
during production and the information is provided with the
sensors in the form of a QR code on the box.
The correct batch information must be used with a sensor. If
a sensor uses calibration information from the wrong batch, it
could produce a less accurate result. Kemio protects against
this possibility by encouraging the user to scan the batch code
to access the correct calibration batch for each test. If this
option is disabled, it introduces a possible user error.
For details on how to load batch information
before a test is performed, see p. 20.
Calibration/Validation
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Kemio is supplied with check standards (KEMC10) to
confirm the instrument is working correctly.
Kemio sensors produce an electric signal when used with
Kemio. Kemio measures that electric signal and displays the
corresponding concentration. The check standards produce
standard electric currents. If Kemio is able to measure
the expected signals from the check standards, then it is
performing correctly.
If the measured signal does not match the expected values,
either the check standard was used incorrectly or there is a
problem with Kemio. Repeat the test, and then contact your
Palinteest representative at [e-mail].
Check Standards Connectivity
Transferring Data
Connect Kemio to the PC using the supplied micro-
USB cable. A window will appear on the PC.
Navigate to: Computer\Kemio Water Quality Tester\
System to view the TestLog.txt.
Navigate to: Computer\Kemio Water Quality Tester\
Test Results to view individual result
files.
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The data log and individual result record can be extracted
from Kemio over USB.
Additional software is required to decrypt and
view the files.
Data Log
The data log is a record of the over 10000 test results and
information. Each line represents a separate test result. A
test that produces multiple results is stored in the data log
under multiple lines.
The result log can easily be imported into analysis tools, such
as excel. Each line includes data in tab-separated columns
that represent the following information about each test:
• User
• Label
• Sensor Batch
• Sample Temperature
• Test Parameter
• Dilution Factor
• Unit of Measure
• Chemical Species
• Result
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Software Upgrade
Download the latest version of software from the
Palintest website at www.palintest.com
Connect Kemio to the PC using the supplied micro-USB
cable. A window will appear on the PC.
Open the file folder. Drag the .kfwu file into the top level
of the file folder.
Do not interrupt the file transfer. Wait during the
upgrade. The instrument will display a white hourglass
icon.
When the upgrade is complete, Kemio displays a green
hourglass icon and returns to the neutral powered-off
screen. The file folder refreshes on the PC.
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Kemio is an evolving measurement platform. Keep it up to
date with the latest features, bug fixes, test types, etc. by
installing the latest software.
1000 test records are stored as encrypted files.
A test with multiple results produces multiple encrypted
records. They can be viewed only using decryption
software. There is always an encrypted backup of logged
results, ensuring full traceability and data integrity for the
result log.
Individual Result Record
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Navigate to the System folder and open Kemio
Screen.bmp
Copy the image. Paste it into another document
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Loading the new software does not affect historic
data or configuration information. The platform
is forwards and backwards compatible, so any
software version can be loaded.
Downloading On-Screen Image
When troubleshooting with technical support, copy a
screen-grab of the instrument for greater clarity.
Connect Kemio to the PC using the supplied micro-
USB cable. A window will appear on the PC.
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Batch Information Over USB
Request the calibration file from [email protected]
Connect Kemio to the PC using the supplied micro-USB
cable. A window will appear on the PC.
Open the file folder. Drag the batch information file into
the top level of the folder.
The batch information will be loaded, and the sensors
will produce accurate results.
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If a sensor batch QR code is lost or becomes damaged, or if
the scanner is malfunctioning, the batch information can be
loaded onto the instrument over USB.

Care and Maintenance
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Kemio
Kemio is IP67 rated, however the electrical contacts inside the
front lid must be dry during testing. Open the front lid of the
arm and wipe the contacts with a dry lint-free cloth to remove
any moisture before inserting a sensor.
The touch interface is functional with droplets on the screen but
responds best when dry.
To maximize battery life, use deep charge cycles: use the
battery until it is very low before charging to 100%.
Kemio is an analytical instrument. Although it was designed to
perform in difficult application evironments, it is still a precise
measurement instrument. Do not handle roughly. Do not drop
the instrument or strike it with an object.
Kemio should be kept clean to ensure it is free from bacteria
and there are no interferences from contamination when
conducting measurements. Best practice is to use a dry and
absorbent cloth to remove any excess fluids or spillages from
the instrument as they occur.
Alcohol wipes can be used to clean the instrument if required.
Store Kemio in a cool, dry location.
Sample Vessel
Rinse sample vessel before use with sample, and rinse after
use with deionized water to prevent cross contamination.
Remove and empty the sample vessel after testing. Do not
leave sample water or sensors in the instrument as bacteria
could form.
Sensors
Do not handle or store sensors roughly in their packaging. Do
not touch the surface of the electrodes where the chemicals
are dosed, as this will affect the measurement result.
Sensors are single use. They can be disposed of with normal
waste.
If keeping sensors for over 1 year, store them in a refrigerator
to ensure they reach their expiration date.
Check Standards
Keep check standards clean and dry.
Check standards should not be used after their stated expiry
date. Replacement sets of KEMC10 are available for purchase.