What type of maintenance does a water sampler require?
The need for cleaning and maintenance varies depending on the sampler being used, as well as the fluid being sampled and tested. The following, however, are some general maintenance suggestions for all water samplers:
- After collecting the samples and emptying the sample containers, thoroughly clean the sample containers.
- Routinely check that all of the tubing is free from cracks or splits.
- Replace any parts that are worn.
- Replace the tubing if algae or bacterial growth is suspected.
- Clean the metering chamber and conductivity rod routinely.
- Check that the water sample volumes in the sample containers are correct. The volume is controlled by the meter chamber settings. (A significant variance would require further investigation.)
- Using the controller, ensure that all samples have been collected as programmed. (Missing samples would require further investigation.)
- To enable continuous sampling, remove the filled sample containers, and replace them with sanitized, empty sample containers.
Refer to the specific water sampler’s instruction manual for detailed maintenance information.
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