P & M Alkalinity Test Kits

1. Fill the mixing botle to the top of the etched mark with the water sample.
2. Add 8 drops of Phenolphthalein Indicator.
3. If the sample does not turn red or pink, there is no Phenolphthalein present (Continue to step 6). If the water turns pink or red continue to step 4.
4. Add titrating solution until the sample turns colorless.
5. Multiple the number of drops by the factor of the test for your "P" results.
6. START "M" Test: Fill the mixing bottle with the water to be tested to 25 ml and Add 6 drops of Total Alkalinity Indicator Solution and mix.
7. If the water sample turns Salmon/Red, free mineral acids are present, the "M" reading is reported as zero.
8. If the water sample turns Aqua Blue / Green alkalinity is present and continue the test.
9. Add the sulfuric acid titrating solution, drop by drop, swirling the vial until the sample turns Salmon/Red.
10. Multiple the drop count by the drop factor for results.