Hach DR 5000 - Manual (Page 45)

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Standard Operations
5.4.4.1 Take single wavelength measurements (single reading)
1. Insert the blank cuvette into the cuvette/sample cell holder.
Press Zero.
Note: The Read key is only active after the zero measurement has
been carried out.
2. Insert the sample cuvette into the cuvette/sample cell holder.
Press Read.
Note: For data storage, see section 5.3.2 on page 38 .
5.4.4.2 Take single wavelength measurements (continuous readings)
1. Insert the blank cuvette into the cuvette/sample cell holder.
Press Zero.
Note: In the reading mode ”Continuous“ only the Zero key is shown to
start the reading. The reading sequence is started automatically.
2. Insert the sample cuvette into the cuvette/sample cell holder.
3. Press Options and then the Store icon to store the displayed
data in the Data Log.
Note: For data storage, see section 5.3.2 on page 38 .
5.4.5 Set the dilution factor
The Dilution Factor function is used to calculate the original
concentration of a sample that has been diluted by a known ratio.
For example, dilution factor can bring the analyzed concentration
within the test range.
1. Press Options>More…>Dilution Factor.
The number entered at the dilution factor prompt will be
multiplied by the result to compensate for the adjustment.
For example, if the sample has been diluted by a factor of 2,
enter 2. The default setting of the dilution factor is turned off.
2. Press OK to confirm.