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Re: Nitrate Test Problem
I experienced similar anomalous results when I used the Red Sea nitrate kit.
And I have since read (probably on alt.aquaria) of at least one other user
who ran into the same problem. I made up a test solution and ran the tests
on that. The result (as I recall) was that Test #1 was correct and Test #2
(the more "accurate" test) was incorrect.
I returned the kit to the dealer who gave me my money back. I then bought a
Hach kit with a color wheel and have been very pleased with it.
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John T. Fitch
Web Page: www.fitchfamily.com
> Date: Sun, 3 Jun 2001 17:13:36 EDT
> From: NorbSpitzer at gateway_net
> Subject: Re: Nitrate Test Problem
>
> I am using a Red Sea Nitrate test kit that provides two test methods.
> Method #2 uses three liquid reagents and is described to be the more
> accurate
> test. Method #1uses a powder and one liquid reagent. the instructions
> state
> that if method #2 returns a value of less than 2.5 ppm, then confirm with
> method #1.
>
> Problem: With method #2 I just determined 0 ppm. Method #1 however
> returns greater than 20 ppm. This is repeatable, even after
carefulrinsing
> of the test container in tap water followed by a rinse in the tank being
> tested. Anyone else have a similar experience? Suggestions? The
> instructions state that the local water supply may contain contaminants
that
> would invalidate test results. They offer no recommended action if Test
#1
> does not confirm Test #2 results. I'd call the Red Sea customer service
> rep,
> but he is probably busy defending his family.