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Contents
1. Introduction .................................1
About this Manual ....................................1
Customer Support .....................................1
Warranty ...................................................2
Seller’s Liability ..........................................2
2. About AquaLab ...........................4
AquaLab Model and Options ....................4
AquaLab 4 Instrument Speci cations ........4
AquaLab 4 DUO Speci cations .................5
How AquaLab Works ................................6
AquaLab and Temperature ........................6
Chilled Mirror Dewpoint Limitations .......8
3. Water Activity eory ...................9
Moisture Content ......................................9
Water Activity............................................9
Water Potential ........................................12
Sorption Isotherms ..................................13
4. Getting Started ........................... 15
Components of your AquaLab ................. 15
Choosing a Location ............................... 15
Preparing AquaLab for Operation ............16
5. Menus ......................................... 18
Measurement Tab ....................................18