COMPONENTS OF THE ELECTRODE SYSTEM
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CONTROLLER |
Perform the checkout procedure as described in the instruction manual. |
ELECTRODE |
Perform an electrode slope check and inspect the electrode for physical damage. Polish, soak, or rebuild the sensing membrane. Monitor the leak rate on the reference side. |
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PROPER CALIBRATION
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STANDARD(S) |
Prepare fresh standards by serial dilution. |
pH ADJUSTMENT |
Adjust pH to operational range of the electrode. |
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SAMPLE VARIABLES
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CONCENTRATION RANGE |
Is the sample out of range? |
PRESSURE |
Is the sample pressure incorrect? |
TEMPERATURE |
Is the sample temperature incorrect? |
pH |
Is the sample pH incorrect? |
INTERFERENCES |
Are there interferences in the sample? |
COMPLEXATION |
Are there complexing agents in the sample? |