Preventive maintenance
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Test the total dissolved solids (TDS) level
Refer to Test the water quality on page 83.
A total dissolved solids (TDS) test measures the total concentration of dissolved substances in
postfilter water. Dissolved solids cause deposits that can cause damage to check valves, seals,
orifices, and other consumables.
Parts, tools, and materials
Do this task when the pump is off.
1. Push the button on a quick-disconnect fitting to remove a low-pressure water line from the
intensifier.
2. Disable the intensifier.
a. On the operator interface, touch the adjustments symbol to open the primary adjustments
screen.
b. Touch this symbol to open the Intensifier Control screen.
Do this task every 1,000 hours.
CAUTION
The meter is not waterproof. Do not submerge the meter in water.
Some TDS meters must be calibrated before use. For best results, calibrate the meter
at 25°C (77°F). Refer to the instructions supplied with the TDS meter.
1-13897 TDS meter
Container for a water sample
Clean, deionized water or filtered water
Recommended materials
Bucket or pail