LaMotte ALGAE IN WATER TEST KIT AWL - Manual

ALGAE IN WA TER TEST KIT
MODEL AWL • CODE 6662
QUANTITY CONTENTS CODE
2 x 60 mL *Methyl Alcohol *6319-H
1 Test Tube, 5-10-12.9-20-25 mL, glass, w/cap 0608
2 Test Tubes, 5 mL, glass 0230
1 Syringe, 60 mL 0943
1 Filter Holder, plastic 0598
1 Check Valve 27760-01
1 Filter paper, glass 1157
1 Tygon Tubing, w/adapter 1175
*WARNING: Reagents marked with a * are considered to be potential health
hazards. To view or print a Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for these reagents see
MSDS CD or www.lamotte.com. To obtain a printed copy, contact LaMotte by email,
phone or fax.
To order individual reagents or test kit components, use the specified code number.
IN TRO DUC TION
This test kit uses a unique filtration procedure for determining if there is an
unacceptable level of algae in water. The algae cells are filtered out of the water by
means of a syringe with filter attachment. A yellow-green color on the glass fiber
filter indicates algae may be present, since minerals which may also cause
coloration of the water will not be trapped on the filter. The algae collected on
the filter is then subjected to an alcolhol extraction procedure. A
yellow to green color in the extract solution indicates an
unacceptable level of algae in the water.
FIL TRA TION AS SEM BLY
1.
Unscrew the cover of the filter holder (0598) and install a
filter paper (1157) in the holder. Position the paper
carefully to avoid by-passing the filter. If a membrane filter
is used, install a support pad in back of the membrane disc.
Replace the cover.
WARNING! This set contains chemicals
that may be harmful if misused. Read
cautions on individual containers
carefully. Not to be used by children
except under adult supervision