Maintenance, Clean the probe, Storage – Hach-Lange ISECL18103 User Manual User Manual
Page 10: Troubleshooting, If a measurement error occurs, refer to, Clean, The probe

Maintenance
Clean the probe
Clean the probe when:
•
Drifting/inaccurate readings occur as a result of contamination on the sensing
element or improper storage conditions.
•
Slow response time occurs as a result of contamination on the sensing element.
•
The slope is out of range as a result of contamination on the sensing element.
For general contaminants, complete the following steps.
1. Rinse the probe with deionized water. Blot dry with a lint-free cloth.
2. If harsh contaminants are attached to the probe, polish the probe tip with a soft cloth
or cotton swab to remove the contaminants.
3. Soak for 30 minutes in 100 mg/L Chloride standard solution.
Storage
The probe can be stored dry. To protect the sensing element, rinse with DI water and blot
dry with a lint-free cloth. Install the sensor protection cap.
Note: The probe must be conditioned after long-term storage. Refer to
on page 2.
Troubleshooting
Message or symptom
Possible cause
Action
Probe not supported
Software not updated
To download the most current version of the
software, refer to the applicable product page on the
manufacturer's website.
Refer to the HQd Series meter manual for specific
instructions for the meter model.
HQd meter does not support
IntelliCAL
®
probe
Contact a Technical Support Representative.
Connect a probe or probe
requires service
Probe not connected properly
Disconnect, then connect the probe. Tighten the
locking nut.
Software not updated
To download the most current version of the
software, refer to the applicable product page on the
manufacturer's website.
Refer to the HQd Series meter manual.
Large number of methods stored on
probe.
Continue to let probe connect. Do not disconnect
probe.
Damaged probe
Make sure connectivity with another probe or meter
to confirm isolated issue with probe. Contact a
Technical Support Representative.
mV reading is the same for all
solutions
Electrical issue
Contact a Technical Support Representative.
Slow response time
Dirty sensing element
Clean the probe (refer to
on page 10).
Low sample temperature or
temperature difference between
samples
Check the sample temperature. The lower the
temperature or the greater the difference of
temperatures between samples, traditionally the
longer the response time.
Bubbles trapped under probe tip
Gently shake the probe until bubbles are removed.
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