TROLL 9500 Operator's Manual - Geotech Environmental Equipment

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Multi-ParameterWater Quality TROLL ®1 IntroductionGeneral Description of the MP TROLL9500Your new Multi-Parameter TROLL 9500 water quality probe usesthe latest sensor and electronics technology to provide a robust,durable, and user-friendly instrument.The MP TROLL 9500 logs data from up to 7 water-level andwater-quality sensors, as well as built-in temperature and barometricpressure sensors. Many custom options and versions areavailable, so your instrument may not look exactly like those wehave chosen to illustrate in this manual.The MP TROLL 9500 provides the convenience of a laboratory-qualitymeasurement instrument for field use, providing truein-situ monitoring of water level and water quality.How to Use This ManualThis operator’s manual is designed as both a start-up guide anda permanent reference for the features, uses, and applications ofthe Multi-Parameter TROLL 9500.Section 1: Introduction to this Operator’s Manual and to In-SituInc.; contacting us for warranty and repair issuesSection 2: Description of components and features of the Multi-Parameter TROLL 9500Section 3: Getting Started: setting up the software, connectingfor the first time, Quick-Calibrating the sensors, and a summaryoverview of the setup to start collecting dataSection 4: Control Software: Win-Situ ® 4 and Pocket-Situ 4Section 5: ProfilingSection 6: How to set up tests and start logging data; extractingdata to your PC; viewing and graphing dataSection 7: Monitoring Pressure (Water Level): Info on the two basictypes of pressure sensors; setting up the pressure channel to obtainthe most accurate readings for your altitude and latitude; how todisplay data as you wish to see itSection 8: TemperatureSection 9: Barometric PressureSection 10: An overview of monitoring water quality with the MPTROLL 9500: Sensor installation and calibration, software options,calibration reportsSection 11: pHSection 12: ConductivitySection 13: Dissolved Oxygen: Polarographic (Clark cell)RDO ® Optical Dissolved OxygenSection 14: Oxidation-Reduction Potential (ORP)Section 15: AmmoniumSection 16: ChlorideSection 17: NitrateSection 18: TurbiditySection 19: SDI-12 OperationSection 20: Low-Flow MonitoringSection 21: Care and Maintenance adviceSection 22: Troubleshooting: Look here first if you have problemsmaking connections or calibrating . . .The manual includes a Glossary and a comprehensive IndexTROLL 9500 Operator’s Manual 10095110 rev. 007 01/09
Section 1: IntroductionConventionsThroughout this operator’s manual you will see the following symbols.The check mark highlights a tip about a convenient featureof the MP TROLL 9500The exclamation point calls your attention to a requirementor important action that should not be overlookedTypical usage questions and answers that we hope will help you gaina better understanding of your new Multi-Parameter TROLL 9500and simplify its setup and operationUnpacking and InspectionYour MP TROLL 9500 was carefully inspected before shipping. Checkthe instrument for any physical damage sustained during shipment.Notify In-Situ and file a claim with the carrier if there is any such damage;do not attempt to operate the instrument.Please save packing materials for future storage and shipping of yourMP TROLL 9500. The shipping boxes have been performance-testedand provide protection for the instrument and its accessories.Accessories may be shipped separately and should also be inspectedfor physical damage and the fulfillment of your order.Serial NumberThe serial number is located on the large label on the Multi-ParameterTROLL 9500 body, and also on a small label inside the batterycompartment. The serial number is programmed into the instrumentand displayed when the instrument is connected to a PC running Win-Situ 4 or Pocket-Situ 4. We recommend that owners keep a separaterecord of this number. Should your Multi-Parameter TROLL 9500 belost or stolen, the serial number is often necessary for tracing andrecovery, as well as any insurance claims. If necessary, In-Situ maintainscomplete records of original owner’s names and serial numbers.Serial numbers of the water-quality sensors are stored in sensormemory and displayed in the software when sensors are installed.To Our Customers . . .Thank you for your purchase of an In-Situ product. We are gladyou chose us and our products to help you with your environmentalmonitoring needs. In-Situ Inc. has been designing and manufacturingworld-class environmental monitoring instrumentation for over 25years in the Rocky Mountains of the United States. As it was in thebeginning, our expectation is that this product will provide you withmany trouble-free years of use. To that end, we pride ourselves ondelivering the best customer service and support possible—24 hoursa day, 7 days a week. We believe that this level of commitment toyou, our customer, is imperative in helping you ensure clean, safegroundwater and surface water resources across the globe. Wealso understand the need for accurate, reliable assessments and wecontinue to make significant investments in Research and Developmentto ensure that we deliver the latest product and technologicalinnovations to support your needs.Whether you are gathering information about your body of water fora few moments, or over a period of years, you can rely upon us toprovide you with a quality product and outstanding customer supportat a fair price and have that product delivered to you when and whereyou need it.We want your experience with In-Situ Inc. to be pleasant and professional,whether you are renting from us, or purchasing from us. Wewould be pleased to hear from you and learn more about your needs,and your experiences with our products. Again, we thank you forchoosing In-Situ Inc. and we look forward to serving your needs now,and in the future.Bob Blythe, President and CEOIn-Situ Inc.bblythe@in-situ.comTROLL 9500 Operator’s Manual2 0095110 rev. 007 01/09
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