PinPoint pH Monitor

[Abissus]

I have one that is not working. I don't know if I just need a new probe, I can turn it on and the reading is just gibberish. Also I cannot see the number unless viewing at a steep angle (except the period in the middle, that is very clear). I see the same garbage with or without the probe.

Anyone knows where I can get it repair?

Thanks.

 

[NaH2O]

This might sound silly, but I need to ask....if the monitor is run on a battery? If not, try plugging it in away from the tank. Also, has the probe dried out? You could try sending American Marine (makers of Pinpoint) an email.

American Marine

 

[cubalz]

Sounds like an LCD issue with the display or if you are running it on 9v power try replacing the battery. If you plug it in to the wall as I have then it sounds like the display is shot. I would imagine that it would be just as cheap to replace the whole unit than getting it fixed.

 

[DonW]

Take it apart, you need a small phillips screw driver. Pull out the display. The back is flat, clean it. Give it a shot worked for me. You can also buy the display at radio shack (special order about $20).

Don

 

[Abissus]

Thanks. I went to American Marine's site and read the manual, sounds like the probe should be kept wet all the time and mine is definitely not.

I guess I might as well pitch the whole thing, just replacing the probe is $45

Maybe I'll email them and see if they can tell if just the probe is shot.

Thank you very much for all your help.

Joyce