Taylor TTI Series User manual

TTi™
Colorimeter Series
Quick-Start Guide
Taylor Technologies, Inc.
800-TEST KIT (837-8548)
www.taylortechnologies.com

iTTi™Colorimeter Series Quick-Start Guide
TABLE OF CONTENTS
PRECAUTIONS ................................................................2
COMPONENTS AND OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES ................3
GUIDE TO PARTS, OPERATING CONTROLS, AND
MAIN MENU....................................................................4
BATTERY INSTALLATION OR CONNECTION
TO A POWER SUPPLY......................................................7
INITIAL START-UP AND OPERATION ................................8
PC APP .........................................................................14
USER’S MANUAL...........................................................15
WARRANTY INFORMATION............................................16
MAINTENANCE .............................................................17
IF YOU NEED TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE..........................18
INSTRUMENT SPECIFICATIONS .....................................19
SYMBOL EXPLANATION ................................................20
INSTRUMENT CERTIFICATION AND INFORMATION
TO THE USER ................................................................21

1TTi™Colorimeter Series Quick-Start Guide
This Quick-Start Guide provides a brief summary
of the TTi™Colorimeter Series User’s Manual. It is
designed to walk you through a typical test procedure.
The user’s manual and actual test instruction(s) should
be read in their entirety before using this instrument.
Description and Use
The TTi™Colorimeter is a portable, multiwave-
length, microprocessor-controlled, menu-driven,
direct-readout instrument that uses LED light sources
and has data-logging capabilities. It is suitable for
performing multiparameter water analyses on-site or
in the laboratory.

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PRECAUTIONS
For operator safety and to avoid damage to the instru-
ment, the following precautions should be observed:
• Chemical safety
Reagents for use with the instrument can be
hazardous. Read and observe all information
printed on reagent labels and corresponding
Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs) prior to
use. To view or print reagent MSDSs, visit the
Product Info/Documents area of our website,
www.taylortechnologies.com.
• Keep reagents out of reach of children.
• Use only Taylor reagents for preprogrammed
tests.
• Operational requirements
During operation the instrument should be
placed on a stable surface that is reasonably
level, or be held in a horizontal position if used
as a handheld instrument.
• Environmental conditions
Do not use or store the instrument in environments
of extreme temperature or humidity.
Do not immerse the instrument in water.
Do not leave the instrument exposed to direct
sunlight for a prolonged period.

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COMPONENTS AND OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
This kit contains the following components:
Note: All components and optional accessories
(excluding batteries), as well as reagent packs, are
available directly from Taylor Technologies or
authorized distributors. To order from Taylor, call
toll-free 800-TEST KIT (837-8548).
Components
Quantity Part Number
1M-XXXX TTi™Colorimeter (model
number on instrument faceplate)
16543 Quick-Start Guide
29601 Sample Cell, 25 mm w/ cap
29602 Sample Cell, 15 mm w/ cap
16551 Dilution Vial, 50 mL w/ cap
46105 AA Alkaline Battery
16535 AC Power Adapter
16552 USB Cable
16649 Foam Brush
Optional accessories
1K-8000 TTi™Colorimeter Series
Accuracy Check Kit
17145 Hard Carrying Case
17146 Soft Carrying Case

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GUIDE TO PARTS, OPERATING CONTROLS,
AND MAIN MENU
Review the following illustrations to become familiar
with parts, operating controls, and Main Menu options.
Top View
1. Power Button
2. Main Menu Button
3. Backlight Button
4. Enter Button, to enter
the highlighted function
5. Scroll Up Arrow
6. Scroll Down Arrow
7. Scroll Right Arrow
8. Scroll Left Arrow
9. Liquid Crystal Display
10. USB Port Cover
11. Model Number
12. Sample Cell
Compartment
(shown open)
13. Sample Cell
Compartment Cover
Top View
1
5
7
12
11
13
6
3
4
8
9
10
2

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Bottom View
1. Product Label, shows
model, part, and serial
numbers
2. Timer Buzzer Opening
3. Battery Compartment
Door Screw, total of 4
4. Battery Compartment
Door
5. Battery Compartment
(shown open)
Side View
6. USB Port (shown open)
7. USB Port Cover
Side View
6
7
Bottom View
4
3
2
1
5

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1. Start Test – Select to access FAVORITES, RECENT TESTS, or
ALL TESTS menus.
2. Access Test Data – Select to recall or erase test data.
3. Edit Favorites – Select to create or edit (add, remove, sort)
Favorites menu.
4. Edit Series – Select to create or edit (add, remove, sort)
Series tests.
5. Tools – Select to transfer data or access the User Timer.
6. Settings – Select to access About (displays Firmware, Test
File, and Bootloader Versions), or to modify instrument set-
tings (Format Date, Set Date, Format Time, Set Time, Device
Timeout, Backlight Timeout, Backlight Level, Adjust Contrast,
Language, and Factory Restore).

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BATTERY INSTALLATION OR CONNECTION TO
A POWER SUPPLY
Select one of the following options to supply power to
the instrument:
A. Insert 4 AA alkaline (supplied) or lithium batteries
by matching the + and – ends on the batteries to
the markings inside the battery compartment.
B. Connect the AC power adapter (supplied) to the
USB port on the instrument; then plug the AC
power adapter into a 120V AC wall outlet.
C. Connect the USB cable (supplied) to the USB port
on the instrument; then connect the USB cable to
the corresponding USB port on a PC or laptop.
USB Port
Option B Option C
Colorimeter
Wall
Colorimeter
PC or Laptop
AC Power
Adapter
USB Cable

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INITIAL START-UP AND OPERATION
The following Quick-Start Test example will walk
you through initial start-up, show you how to perform
a typical test with a timing step, and how to automati-
cally read the sample using the AUTO function. Test
reagents are not required for this example.
STEP 1
Turn on the Colorimeter
Press POWER button
for approximately 0.5
seconds.
STEP 2*
Set Date using ,;
then press ENTER .
*Step 2 required for initial
start-up only
STEP 3*
Set Time using ,;
then press ENTER .
*Step 3 required for initial
start-up only

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STEP 4*
Select Start Test from the
MAIN MENU using ;
then press ENTER .
*Step 4 required for initial
start-up only. After
initial start-up has been
performed, steps 2–4 will
be skipped after turning
on the instrument.
STEP 5
Select Quick-Start Test
500 from ALL TESTS
menu using ; then
press ENTER .
Test Menu
The user can select a test from one of three test
menus using :
ALL TESTS – Contains all tests programmed into the
colorimeter
RECENT TESTS – Contains the 10 most recent tests
performed
FAVORITES – Contains only tests selected by user

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STEP 6
Confirm test name and
range and sample cell
size used in the test
procedure.
Select a chemical form
(CaCO3, Ca, or Mg) for
expression of test results
using .
Test Name and Range Sample Cell Size
(or Range Upper Limit)
Chemical Form
Optional chemical forms are available for most tests. The Range
(or Range Upper Limit) will change to correlate with the selected
chemical form.
STEP 7
Prepare Blank
Typical procedure for
preparing a blank:
a. Fill 25 mm sample cell
to 10 mL mark with
sample (use tap or
deionized water for
this example); then
cap.
b. Insert sample cell into
sample cell compart-
ment. Align marks.
Align arrow on
sample cell with
notch on meter.

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STEP 8
Zero the Colorimeter
Select ZERO using ;
then press ENTER .
Zero will be displayed.
STEP 9
Prepare Sample
Typical procedure for
preparing a sample:
a. Remove sample cell
from sample cell
compartment; then
remove cap.
b. Add test reagents
(not required for this
example). Replace cap
and mix thoroughly.
c. Insert sample cell into
sample cell compart-
ment. Align marks.
Align
arrow on
sample
cell with
notch on
meter.

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STEP 10
Access Timer
Select TIMER using ;
then press ENTER .
STE P 11
Start TIMER and AUTO
Option
Select START using ;
then press ENTER .
(A 30-second (00:30)
countdown will begin.)
Immediately select AUTO
using ; then press
ENTER .
Timer Icon starts flashing
Display returns to Test
screen and Timer Icon
continues flashing

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STEP 12
Read the Sample
When the timer beeps,
the instrument will
automatically read the
sample and the result
will be displayed.
Result
Result will be displayed in
terms of selected chemical
form.
Timer Icon remains visible
Result expressed as CaCO3
Result expressed as Ca
Result expressed as Mg

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PC APP
To use your TTi™Colorimeter to the fullest extent
possible, it is necessary to install a special free
software application on your PC.
The TTi™Colorimeter Series PC App is required to
perform the following functions:
• Obtain the latest edition of the TTi Colorimeter
Series User’s Manual and access helpful links
for further information and assistance
• Transfer test results from your meter to the
customer database you maintain on your PC or
laptop
• Create proprietary (i.e., user-developed) test files
• Keep the meter’s operating software (i.e.,
firmware) up to date
• Receive notification of newly available test files,
as well as any improvements to existing test files,
so you can add them to your meter’s capabilities
Go to www.taylorsoftwaresupport.com and enter
the site through the TTi™Colorimeter portal. Be
prepared to enter registration information consisting of:
• Colorimeter serial number (S/N) – found on the
product label on the bottom of the meter
• Owner’s (contact’s) name

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• Business name
• Business mailing address
• Contact’s telephone number
• Contact’s e-mail – where you can be notified of
important news about your meter model
Upon completing the registration process you will be
able to download the PC App to your computer.
USER’S MANUAL
Using the PC App installed on your computer (described
above), obtain the TTi™Colorimeter Series User’s
Manual and read in its entirety. It contains detailed
information about instrument operation, features,
test alerts and error codes, maintenance and repair,
optional accessories, and much more. Note: To
download, view, or print the manual you must first
install the PC App.

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WARRANTY INFORMATION
Instruments in the TTi™Colorimeter Series found
to be defective within five years from the date of
purchase will be repaired or replaced at the option
of Taylor Technologies for any registered owner. The
warranty does not cover batteries, nor damage caused
by operator negligence or use of test chemistries not
manufactured by Taylor or unauthorized repair work,
nor the transportation and insurance costs to return
the unit to our factory. The cost of all parts, labor,
and return shipping to the owner will be borne by
Taylor Technologies within the warranty period. All
other warranties, express or implied, including war-
ranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular
purpose, are excluded.
• Record the colorimeter’s serial number here (S/N
found on the product label on the bottom of the
meter): _________________________________
• Date of purchase: _________________________
We recommend attaching your proof of purchase
to this Quick-Start Guide and filing it securely in
case of a future claim. You may call 800-TEST KIT
(837-8548) to request service under this warranty.