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March 2014

Protimeter Speedy

Troubleshooting

Use the following procedures to troubleshoot suspected inaccurate results.

Suspected Low Reading

If the Speedy gauge readings are lower than you expect or anticipate, check the following:

vessel, and the calcium carbide reagent is placed in the Speedy cap. Also, make sure the Speedy vessel and cap are united

and sealed in the horizontal plane to prevent premature contact of the reagent and sample.

been removed from the cap and vessel before starting a new test.

Note: The color of fresh reagent is dark gray; ineffective reagent that has been exposed to moisture in the air or other

sources will have turned light gray in color.

Large Speedy only) using pulverizing balls.

numerous readings in quick succession to raise the operating temperature of the Speedy.

visually check the pressure gauge washer. Visually check the Speedy vessel and cap for hairline cracks.

Speedy tester to an authorized distributor for service.

Suspected High Reading

If the Speedy gauge readings are higher than you expect or anticipate, check the following:

gauge.

Speedy is warm/hot to touch as a result of taking many readings in quick succession, allow time for it to cool down before

taking more tests.

the gauge or return the Speedy tester to an authorized distributor for service.

Recommended Spares and Consumables

It may be wise to consider having the following spares and consumables available when using the Speedy tester, especially in

remote locations:

Other spares parts for the Speedy vessel are available on request.