Swan Analytical Instruments Chematest 30 User manual

Chematest 30
Version 1.00 and higher
A-96.730.101 / 100519
Operator’s Manual

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Title: Chematest 30 Operator’s Manual
ID: A-96.730.101
Revision Issue
00 November 2018 First edition

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Table of Contents
1. Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
2. Parts and Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2.1. Instrument Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2.2. Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2.3. Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
3. Initial Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
3.1. Select language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
3.2. Set time and date . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
3.3. Optional: Activate expert mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
3.4. Optional: Set up user and/or ID list. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
3.5. Optional: Set up a fixed quick start list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
3.6. Further settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
4. Measuring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
4.1. Basic Rules for Photometric Determinations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
4.2. How To Use Reagents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
4.3. Notes on Individual Methods . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
4.4. Performing a Photometric Measurement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
4.5. Automatic Shutoff . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
5. Recalling Stored Measurement Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
6. Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
6.1. Photometer Verification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
6.2. Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
6.3. Setting Time and Date . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
7. Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
7.1. Device Errors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
7.2. Errors During Measurement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
8. Menu Explanations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
1 Data Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
2 Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
3 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
4 Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

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9. Part Numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
9.1. Reagents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
9.2. Accessories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
9.3. Spare Parts and Consumables. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
10. Product Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
10.1. List of Supported Methods . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
10.2. Instrument Specification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
10.3. Scope of Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
11. Regulatory Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
12. Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

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Safety Instructions
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Chematest 30 – Operator’s Manual
1. Safety Instructions
For safe instrument operation, you must read and understand the
instructions in this manual.
Warning notices
The symbols used for safety-related notices have the following
meaning:
WARNING
Severe injuries or damage to the equipment can occur if such
warnings are ignored.
Follow the prevention instructions carefully.
CAUTION
Damage to the equipment, minor injury, malfunctions or incor-
rect process can be the consequence if such warnings are ig-
nored.
Follow the prevention instructions carefully.

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Safety Instructions
Reagents
WARNING
Health hazard
For safe handling of the reagents, you must read and under-
stand the corresponding Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS).
These can be downloaded from www.swan.ch.
Electronics
CAUTION
Observe the following instructions during operation and when
charging the instrument:
Only charge the instrument using a standard type A USB
socket and the supplied USB cable.
Protect from heat and splash water during charging (not
IP67).
Do not expose the instrument to direct sunlight or other sourc-
es of heat, especially when charging.
CAUTION
The housing must not be opened except for the housing parts
specified in the maintenance chapter.

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Parts and Controls
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2. Parts and Controls
2.1. Instrument Overview
A
B
C
Charging socket
Cuvette adapter
Display
D
E
F
Keypad
Cuvette cap
Cuvette
A
B
C
D
E
F

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Parts and Controls
2.2. Keys
APOWER
to power on or off the instrument
BARROW UP
to move up in a menu list and to increase digits
CARROW DOWN
to move down in a menu list and to decrease digits
DEXIT
to exit a menu or command
to move back to the previous menu level
EENTER
to open a selected sub-menu
to accept an entry
A
B
C
D
E

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2.3. Display
Once the instrument has started up, the main menu is displayed.
The main menu is organized as follows:
Symbols The symbols displayed in the top right corner have the following
meaning:
A Quick start list
Provides quick access to the most important methods. By default, the
last three methods selected from the method catalogue are displayed.
The list is automatically adjusted each time a method is selected from
the method catalogue.
Alternatively, it is also possible to setup a fixed quick start list, see Initial
Setup, p. 8.
B Method catalogue
List of all available methods.
CMenu
Access to further instrument functions (e.g. display of stored measure-
ments). Detailed descriptions of all menu functions can be found in
chapter Menu Explanations, p. 23.
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A
B
C
Main Menu
Comb. Cl
2
1 cuv.
Free chlorine
pH Phenol red
Method Catalogue
Menu
Alarm active. See <Menu>/<Diagnostics>/<Alarms> for details.
Bluetooth activated
Battery status (remaining capacity in %)
Instrument is charging
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Initial Setup
3. Initial Setup
3.1. Select language
Navigate to <Menu>/<Settings>/<Miscellaneous>/<Language>
and select the applicable language from the list.
3.2. Set time and date
Set time and date under <Menu>/<Maintenance>/<Set Time>.
3.3. Optional: Activate expert mode
The user can choose between two types of method guidance:
Expert mode inactive (default setting):
In this mode, the Chematest 30 guides the user step-by-step
through each measurement. The user has to confirm each step
before the next step is displayed.
Expert mode active:
The expert mode is intended for experienced users who are
already familiar with the respective measurement methods and
want a faster workflow. Only the most necessary information (e.g.
required reagents, reaction times) is displayed on the screen.
This setting can be changed under menu item <Menu>/<Settings>/
<Miscellaneous>/<Expert mode>.
3.4. Optional: Set up user and/or ID list
Navigate to <Menu>/<Settings>/<Identification>/<Attribute> and
select which attributes should be saved with each measurement
(none/user/ID/user and ID).
If applicable, enter the user and/or ID list under
<Menu>/<Settings>/<Identification>/<ID List> and
<Menu>/<Settings>/<Identification>/<List of Users>.

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3.5. Optional: Set up a fixed quick start list
By default, the instrument is configured to display the last three
methods selected from the method catalogue [B] in the quick start
list [A]. The list is automatically adjusted every time a method is se-
lected from the method catalogue.
Alternatively, it is possible to set up a fixed quick start list. To do
this, proceed as follows:
1Select the required methods from the method catalogue [B] in
reverse order: First number 3, then number 2, then number 1
(the measurement can be cancelled immediately after selecting
the method by pressing [Exit]).
2Navigate to <Menu> / <Settings> / <Miscellaneous> / <Method
save> and select "No".
 The quick start list contains the three methods just selected
and will no longer change.
3.6. Further settings
Detailed descriptions of all instrument settings can be found in
chapter Menu explanation, subsection 4 Settings, p. 30.
A
B
Quick start list
Method catalogue
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[Method 1]
[Method 2]
Main Menu
[Method 3]
Method Catalogue
Menu
A
B

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Measuring
4. Measuring
4.1. Basic Rules for Photometric Determinations
The precision and repeatability of a photometric determination de-
pends greatly on the operator's technique. Please observe the fol-
lowing rules:
Always use clean utensils
Residues from previous measurements can falsify the results. All
utensils such as syringes, cuvettes or similar and the cuvette cap
must be rinsed with clean water after each measurement. Rinse the
cuvette with the sample 2 to 3 times before each measurement.
Position cuvettes correctly
Cuvettes must always be positioned in the same way. Keep the cu-
vette free of fingerprints and dry the outside of the cuvette before
inserting it into the cuvette adapter.
Wipe off condensation
If condensation occurs on the cuvette (cold sample in a warm envi-
ronment), wipe it off and carry out the measurement as quickly as
possible.
Observe proper sampling
Take the water samples about 10 cm below the water surface and
about 50 cm from the edge of the pool. Allow as little time as possi-
ble to elapse between taking the sample and making the measure-
ment.
Observe proper dosing and mixing
Use the 10 ml syringe for exact dosing of the sample. Rinse the sy-
ringe several times with the sample. When filling the syringe, make
sure that there are no air bubbles and that the volume is 10 ml.
The order in which sample and reagents are added to the cuvette
varies from method to method. If the reagents are added to the cu-
vette after the sample, special care must be taken to ensure that
the sample and the reagents mix well. For this purpose, carefully
turn the closed cuvette over, but do not shake it.

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Observe reaction times
With most methods, the measurement can be carried out immedi-
ately after the reagents have been added and mixed with the sam-
ple. If a reaction time is required, this is indicated to the user on the
screen.
4.2. How To Use Reagents
Whenever possible, Swan supplies reagents in liquid form, as used
in professional laboratories. We believe that the disadvantage of
shorter shelf life is more than compensated for by the ease of use
compared to tablets or powders.
The OXYCON-DPD reagent is delivered in two small bottles to in-
crease shelf life. One contains DPD as powder (DPD 1a), the other
contains the solvent (DPD 1b). Before use, fill the contents of DPD
1b into DPD 1a, close the bottle with the drop counter and shake
firmly until the DPD powder has completely dissolved. Write the
mixing date on the bottle. The prepared reagent can be stored at
room temperature for 2 months.
The reagents OXYCON START and OXYCON 2 have a shelf life of
at least 6 months. They will last a year if handled carefully and
stored at 5 °C. With the blister pack, all reagents can be taken out
of the case at once and placed in the refrigerator.
To dispense the necessary number of drops, hold the bottle at a 45°
angle. Before proceeding with the measurement, make sure that
the reagents are well mixed with the sample.
The Chematest 30 is calibrated against Swan's OXYCON reagents.
Accuracy may suffer severely, when reagents from other sources
are used.

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Measuring
4.3. Notes on Individual Methods
Free chlorine When free chlorine is determined in the presence of cyanuric acid,
two forms of chlorine are measured: free chlorine and chlorine
bound to cyanuric acid. To determine the disinfection capacity of
the water, the concentration of cyanuric acid must also be mea-
sured and the result of the chlorine determination must be correct-
ed as follows:
Combined
chlorine
The method catalogue of the Chematest 30 contains two options
for measuring combined chlorine: with one cuvette or with two cu-
vettes. Apart from the fact that one or two cuvettes are used, the
two methods are identical. Measuring with only one cuvette is fast-
er and requires less reagents. However, some standards require
measurement with two cuvettes. The selection of the method
should be based on the site-specific requirements.
Ozone Ozone decomposes in a very short time and is usually only present
in traces. It is essential to rinse the cuvette three times with the
ozone-containing water before filling in the actual sample. Carry out
the further steps as quickly as possible, but work meticulously.
Cyanuric acid 20 mg/l 30 mg/l 50 mg/l 70 mg/l
Percentage of free
chlorine in the mea-
sured value
50% 43% 26% 19%

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4.4. Performing a Photometric Measurement
WARNING
Health hazard
For safe handling of the reagents, you must read and under-
stand the corresponding Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS).
These can be downloaded from www.swan.ch.
Explanation of
photometric
measurements
The basic procedure is largely the same for all photometric mea-
surements and is briefly outlined below. A photometric measure-
ment consists of the following steps:
Step 1: Zero measurement
Step 2: The actual measurement
Step 3: Display and storage of the measured results. For de-
tails on the result screen, see example on 15.
The methods differ mainly in the following points:
Different reagents are required depending on the method.
Some methods require a reaction time. If this is the case for
the selected method, this will be indicated on the screen
during the measurement.
Some methods (e.g. combined chlorine) perform two different
measurements in a row and calculate the required values
from them.
Starting a
measurement
To start a measurement, select the corresponding method from the
main screen. If it is not available there, select it from the method
catalogue.
The measurement itself is menu-driven. Follow the instructions on
the screen.

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Measuring
Example:
Measurement of
free chlorine
Step 1: Zero measurement
Step 2: The actual measurement
83%
Free chlorine
Fill 10 ml of sample into
a cuvette. Dry outer part
and place it in the adapter.
------------------------------------------
<Enter> to continue
83%
Free chlorine
Place the adapter in
the Chematest and
close the cap.
------------------------------------------
<Enter> for zero
83%
Free chlorine
Measuring zero...
------------------------------------------
Wait for instructions
83%
Free chlorine
Remove adapter
with cuvette and
open the cap.
------------------------------------------
<Enter> to continue
83%
Free chlorine
Add 5 drops of both:
Oxycon START and then
Oxycon DPD.
------------------------------------------
<Enter> to continue
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Free chlorine
Close the cap and
turn the adapter to mix.
Place in Chematest.
------------------------------------------
<Enter> to measure
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Free chlorine
Measuring...
------------------------------------------
Wait for instructions

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Step 3: Display of the results
Pressing [Enter] saves the
measurement in the data history
 The measurement is initially
saved without ID and user.
NOTICE: Pressing [Exit]
discards the measurement.
 Depending on the
configuration, a selection
dialog for user and/or ID is
displayed or the summary
screen is displayed directly.
This can be set under
Attribute, p. 25.
Optional:
– Select an ID from the list.
– Select a user from the list.
NOTICE: If you press [Exit] at
this point, you return to the main
screen, saving the measurement
without user and ID.
Select "<Enter> to continue" and
confirm with [Enter].
 The ID and the user are
added to the measurement in
the data history.
Press [Enter] to return to the main
screen.
83%
Free chlorine
<Enter> to save
0.26ppm
83%
Free chlorine
Please select
ID ID1
User User1
------------------------------------------
<Enter> to continue
83%
Free chlorine
Please select
ID ID1
User User1
------------------------------------------
<Enter> to continue
ID
---------------
ID1
ID2
ID3
ID4
83%
Free chlorine
Please select
ID ID1
User User1
------------------------------------------
<Enter> to continue
User
------------------
User 1
User 2
User 3
User 4
83%
Free chlorine
Please select
ID ID1
User User1
------------------------------------------
<Enter> to continue
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Summary
Date, Time
Free chlorine
05.11.18 15:21
0.26 ppm
------------------------------------------
<Enter> to finish

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4.5. Automatic Shutoff
If the instrument is waiting for a user input (e.g. if the measurement
result is displayed) and no key is pressed for 10 minutes, the instru-
ment shuts off automatically to save power. The automatic shutoff
has the same effect on the saving of measurement results as
pressing the [Exit] key. See Step 3: Display of the results, p. 15 for
details.

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5. Recalling Stored Measurement Data
Data history Previous measurements can be displayed under the menu item
<Menu> / <Data Storage> / <Data History>.
Scrolling
through the
data history
Two-page
entries
Storage
capacity
Up to 2700 measurements are memorized. Then the oldest mea-
surement is deleted to save the newest one (circular buffer).
Press the ARROW DOWN and
ARROW UP keys to scroll through
the data history.
483%
Data History
Date, Time
Free chlorine
ID
User
20.03.19 07:59
0.26 ppm
ID 1
User 1
If the text “<Enter> for more” is
displayed on the bottom, the
selected entry consists of two
pages. Use the ENTER key to
toggle between the pages.
583%
Data History
Date, Time
Free chlorine
Total chlorine
Comb. chlorine
20.03.19 08:25
0.22 ppm
0.26 ppm
0.04 ppm
<Enter> for more
583%
Data History
ID
User
ID 1
User 1
<Enter> for more

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Maintenance
6. Maintenance
6.1. Photometer Verification
The verification kit contains two reference cuvettes (labeled “Low”
and “High”) with certified reference absorptions of approximately
0.3 and 1.5 and an additional cuvette for zero point determination.
The exact values are specified in the enclosed calibration certifi-
cate. The absorption values of the reference cuvettes simulate ap-
proximately 1 ppm and 4.5 ppm of free chlorine.
Reference
values
Prior to performing the first verification and after each recertifica-
tion, the reference values for the cuvettes “Low” and “High” need to
be set in menu <Settings>\<Sensors>\<Photometer>. The refer-
ence values are specified in the enclosed calibration certificate.
Verification
procedure
Before each use, check the expiration date on the calibration certif-
icate. If the expiration date has passed, send the verification kit to
Swan for recertification.
To start a verification, navigate to <Menu>/<Maintenance>/
<Verification>/<Photometer>. Select cuvette “Low” and follow the
instructions on the screen. Repeat the same procedure with the cu-
vette “High”.
Verification
history
Can be reviewed in <Menu>/<Data Storage>/<Ver. History>.
Up to 32 verifications are memorized. Then the oldest verification is
deleted to save the newest one (circular buffer).
A
B
C
Zero
Low absorption
High absorption
B
A
C