TM 10-6630-245-13&P
Table 3-1. Operator Troubleshooting.
PROCEDURE 3-1. Analysis Results Much Higher or Lower Than Expected Or Are Erratic.
Visually Inspect Equipment Used in Analysis. Refer to Table 2-1. Replace Damaged Items and Expired Reagents.
Clean Glassware. Refer to Para 2.6.1.2.
Repeat Test Three Times.
Results of Re-tests Are Consistent and As Expected.
Results of Re-tests Not Consistent or Not As Expected.
Record Test Results.
Refer to Para 2.6.1.9 For Possible Sources of Error.
If Errors Not Explained, Consult Supervisor.
PROCEDURE 3-2. Reactions Do Not Occur As Described In Test Procedures.
Visually Inspect Equipment Used in Analysis. Refer to Table 2-1. Replace Damaged Items and Expired Reagents.
Clean Glassware. Refer to Para 2.6.1.2.
Repeat Test Three Times.
Results of Re-tests Are Consistent and As Expected.
Results of Re-tests Not Consistent or Not As Expected.
Record Test Results.
Refer to Para 2.6.1.9 For Possible Sources of Error.
If Errors Not Explained, Consult Supervisor.
PROCEDURE 3-3. Spectrophotometer Tests Too High, Too Low, or Not Consistent.
Visually Inspect Spectrophotometer and Sample Cells for Cleanliness.
Test Sample Cells To Ensure They Match. Follow Para 3.2.
Cells Do Not Match.
Cells Match, But Analysis Results Still Not Satisfactory.
Replace Both Cells.
Refer Instrument To Unit Maintenance.
Consult Supervisor.
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