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JBL PROAQUATEST POND Check pH/KH
Quick test to determine the acidity and pH stability in garden ponds

Product information sheet Instructions
  • Monitors the water values simply and reliably: determines the pH value and carbonate hardness in pond, tap and well water
  • Fill the measuring tubes with pond water, add 5 drops of reagent to each, swivel gently until the colouring stabilises, wait 1 minute, compare colouring on colour chart
  • The pH should be 7.5-8.5 and not fluctuate greatly. The KH stabilizes the pH and should be at least 4 ° dKH
  • You will find detailed information and troubleshooting tips about water analysis on the JBL website in Essentials/Pond
  • Package contents: quick test, pH and KH test incl. 2 measuring tubes, pH reagent, KH reagent, colour scale and instructions (refills sold separately)
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Healthy pond with conditions close to nature
The right water values are dependent on the fish stock and the plants in the pond. Even if the water looks clear it can be contaminated. With bad values diseases or algae can appear in the pond. To maintain a healthy pond with conditions close to nature it is important to check and adapt the water values regularly.

For each water analysis JBL provides water tests in the form of quick tests or colour change tests. These determine a certain value or several values in one go. With these water tests you can recognise algae problems and negative nitrate, nitrite, potassium, phosphate values etc.

Why is testing needed?
The well-being of pond dwellers and the growth of aquatic plants depend to a large extent on the pH level being kept as constant as possible. Many substances dissolved in water are also liable to changes caused by the pH level. Fluctuations in the pH level, in particular, ought to be avoided.

Carbonate hardness (KH) indicates the sum of carbonates (HCO3) and hydrogen carbonates (HCO3)2. These minerals can bind acids and bases and thus stabilise the pH value in the desired range. With KH values below 4 °dKH, the pH value is not stable and fluctuates greatly between 6 and 12. These strong fluctuations affect all organisms in the pond!

JBL Themeworld Pond
Regular monitoring for a healthy pond with conditions close to nature. Here you can find out what the individual water values mean and how you can optimise them if necessary.

Recommended values:
pH value in ponds: 7.5-8.5
Carbonate hardness (KH): at least 4 °dKH

Refill reagents:
For these tests following refill reagents are available: PROAQUATEST pH 3.0-10.0 Refill (2410200) and PROAQUATEST KH Carbonate hardness Refill (2411100)

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JBL PROAQUATEST POND Check pH/KH

Art. no.:
2407400
EAN Code:
4014162240743
Content:
50 Tests
Volume packaging:
0.8 l
Gross weight:
113.5 g
Net weight:
66 g
Weight factor:
0
Packaging dimensions (l/h/w):
43/175/106 mm

Properties

Animal species: Goldfish, Juvenile fish, Koi, Mussels, Snails, Sturgeons, Veiltails
Animal size: For all animal sizes
Animal age group: All pond fish
Material: Reagent(s) in plastic bottle(s) and/or glass bottle(s) + plastic and/or glass accessories. REFILL: reagent(s) without accessories.
Colour: white / transparent / black
Dosage: See instructions

Electronic label / illuminant

Mercury: No
Dimmable: No
FAQ
Where can I find the record sheets for the documentation of my water analysis?

Have you lost your record sheets, used them all up, or need them in another language?
In the appendix of this FAQ you will find PDF files for printing them out in German, English and French.

I have lost my colour chart. Can I download the colour chart for the test?

The colour cards are not available for download on the JBL website. The absolutely accurate colour reproduction that is required can only be achieved using a printer which can be re-calibrated before each printout. Most privately used printers are not accurate enough for this.

You will find the colour chart bundle as a spare part on the respective product page and in the spare parts shop under: https://www.jbl.de/en/products/detail/8732/jbl-proaquatest-assortiment-color-chart

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Overall rating: 5.0
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2 Reviews in other languages

aquarium.meer91 - German
2022-07-17T20:03:37Z

Dieser Test ist sehr einfach durchzuführen und zeigt schnell das Ergebnis an.

F. Miceli - Italian
2021-07-04T15:31:59Z

Hanno una precisione ben superiore agli altri test in commercio, super consigliati

JBL ProAquaTest PondCheck pH/KH - safety information in accordance with GHS

Signal word: Danger

Hazard symbol

  • GHS02
  • GHS05

Risk phrase

H226: Flammable liquid and vapour.
H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
H318: Causes serious eye damage.

safety note

P101: If medical advice is needed, have product container or label at hand.
P102: Keep out of reach of children.

JBL PROAQUATEST pH 3.10-10.0

JBL pH 3-10 - safety information in accordance with GHS

Signal word: Warning

Hazard symbol

  • GHS02
  • GHS07

Risk phrase

H226: Flammable liquid and vapour.
H319: Causes serious eye irritation.

safety note

P101: If medical advice is needed, have product container or label at hand.
P102: Keep out of reach of children.
P210: Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.
P303+P361+P353: IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water [or shower].
P305+P351+P338: IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P501a: Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local regulations.

JBL PROAQUATEST KH Carbonate hardness

JBL KH - safety information in accordance with GHS

Signal word: Danger

Hazard symbol

  • GHS02
  • GHS05

Risk phrase

H226: Flammable liquid and vapour.
H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
H318: Causes serious eye damage.

safety note

P101: If medical advice is needed, have product container or label at hand.
P102: Keep out of reach of children.
P303+P361+P353: IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water [or shower].
P305+P351+P338: IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P501a: Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local regulations.
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