
Measurement: Chlorine, Free & Total C401/301/201/102/101
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2.4.3 Interferences
Acidity:
Greater than 250ppm CaCO3 may cause interference. To remove this
interference, neutralise a separate sample to pH6-7 using 1N Sodium
Hydroxide. Record the volume used and add the same volume of 1N
Sodium Hydroxide to the sample before carrying out the above test
procedure. Use a multiplication factor to correct for the dilution of the
sample.
Alkalinity:
Greater than 250ppm CaCO3 may cause interference. To remove this
interference, neutralise a separate sample to pH6-7 using 1N Sulphuric
Acid. Note the volumes used and add the same volume of 1N Sulphuric
Acid to the sample before carrying out the above test procedure. Use a
multiplication factor to correct for the dilution of the sample.
Hardness:
No effect at less than 2000ppm CaCO3.
Monochloramine:
Monochloramine will cause a gradual increase in the Free Chlorine result
over time. Take the test result within 1 minute of adding the reagent
sachet to avoid these errors.
Oxidants, including Bromine, Chlorine Dioxide, Iodine and Ozone:
These will interfere with the test method at all levels. It is recommended
that an alternative test method is used if these species are present.
Oxidised Manganese or Oxidised Chromium:
All levels will cause interference. To remove this interference:
1. Test a 10ml sample as described in the above procedure.
2. Adjust the pH of a separate 10ml sample to pH6-7 using 1N Sodium
Hydroxide or 1N Sulphuric Acid.
3. Add 1 drop of 20% Potassium Iodide Solution; swirl to mix and then
wait 60 seconds.
4. Add 3 drop of 5g/l Sodium Arsenite Solution and swirl to mix.
5. Use this as the sample in the above test procedure and make a note
of the result. Use a multiplication factor to correct for the dilution of
the sample.
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