Ensuring pristine water quality in your pool or spa is essential for the health and safety of its users. The Lamotte ColorQ® 2x Pool 4 Kit is an indispensable tool designed to simplify and enhance the accuracy of water testing. With its advanced features and user-friendly interface, the ColorQ® 2x Pool 4 sets itself apart from traditional water testing methods.
Key Features and Benefits
The ColorQ® 2x Pool 4 Kit is a waterproof, Bluetooth®-enabled photometer that performs four critical pool and spa tests:
- Free Chlorine (0-10 ppm)
- Total Chlorine (0-10 ppm)
- Bromine (0-22 ppm)
- pH (6.5-8.5)
Each of these tests can be conducted up to 144 times with the included reagents, making it ideal for both residential and commercial pool maintenance. The Bluetooth® connectivity feature allows seamless data transfer and integration with water quality management apps, streamlining your pool maintenance process.
Expanded Capabilities
Beyond its core testing functions, the ColorQ® 2x Pool 4 can be expanded to measure additional water parameters using optional reagents (sold separately). These include:
- Total Alkalinity (0-300 ppm)
- Calcium Hardness (0-600 ppm)
- Cyanuric Acid (0-150 ppm)
- Iron (0-3.0 ppm)
- Copper (0-4.0 ppm)
- Biguanide (0-70 ppm)
- Biguanide Shock (Peroxide) (0-160 ppm)
This extended versatility allows users to comprehensively monitor and maintain water quality, ensuring optimal conditions for swimmers.
Simple and Accurate Testing Procedures
Performing tests with the ColorQ® 2x Pool 4 is straightforward, thanks to its intuitive design and clear, multilingual (English, Spanish, French) photo-diagrammatic instructions. Here is an overview of some of the primary testing procedures:
Free Chlorine/Bromine Test
- Fill a clean tube with 5 mL of the water sample.
- Add 5 drops of DPD 1A and 5 drops of DPD 1B, cap the tube, and invert three times to mix.
- Insert the tube into the ColorQ® 2x, turn it on, and press the button to read “FCL” (Free Chlorine).
- To measure Bromine, press the button past “FCL” and “TCL” to “Br”.
pH Test
- Fill a clean tube with 5 mL of the water sample.
- Add 5 drops of the pH indicator solution.
- Cap the tube, invert three times to mix, and insert it into the ColorQ® 2x.
- Press the button to display the pH reading.
Certification and Assurance
The ColorQ® 2x Pool 4 Kit holds the prestigious NSF/ANSI/CAN 50 certification, affirming its performance, accuracy, and operating range. This certification means the kit has undergone rigorous testing to ensure it meets American National Standards, giving users confidence in its reliability.
Optional Tests for Advanced Monitoring
For pool operators who wish to go beyond basic maintenance, the ColorQ® 2x Pool 4 supports additional testing for:
- Total Alkalinity (using reagent order code 3896A-J)
- Calcium Hardness (order code 3887A-J)
- Cyanuric Acid (order code 6996A-J)
- Iron (order code 3725A-J)
- Copper (order code 3808A-J)
- Biguanide (order code 3919-G)
- Biguanide Shock (Peroxide) (order code 6930A-J)
These optional tests provide detailed insights into water quality, empowering users to maintain balanced and safe water conditions efficiently.
Conclusion
The Lamotte ColorQ® 2x Pool 4 Kit revolutionizes water quality testing with its ease of use, comprehensive capabilities, and reliable performance. Whether you manage a residential pool, spa, or a commercial aquatic facility, the ColorQ® 2x Pool 4 provides the accuracy and convenience needed to maintain water quality with confidence.
