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Instructions For Use

How-To Video

About the Product

Read all instructions before use

The Watersafe® Lead Test can detect dissolved lead below the EPA Action Level of 15 parts per billion (ppb)

Kit Components

  • Pipette
  • Test Strip
  • Test Vial
  • Desiccant (to be discarded)

Precautions and Warnings

  • Do not open foil pouch prior to use
  • Do not reuse any components of the test

Storage

  • Store at room temperature (10-30°C/50-86°F)
  • Do not use after expiration date on packaging

Sample Type

  • Drinking water

 

Step by Step Instructions

Step by Step Instructions

Step # 1

Using the Pipette, add Seven (7) drops of drinking water into the Test Vial.

Step # 2

Swirl Test Vial for 10 seconds. Make sure all liquid is at the bottom of the Test Vial by tapping it gently on a flat surface.

Step # 3

Place Test Strip into the Test Vial with arrows pointing DOWN. Wait 8 MINUTES. Do not disturb the Test Strip or Test Vial during this time.

Step # 4

Take Test Strip out of Test Vial and interpret the results.

Step # 1

Using the Pipette, add Seven (7) drops of drinking water into the Test Vial.

Step # 2

Swirl Test Vial for 10 seconds. Make sure all liquid is at the bottom of the Test Vial by tapping it gently on a flat surface.

Step # 3

Place Test Strip into the Test Vial with arrows pointing DOWN. Wait 8 MINUTES. Do not disturb the Test Strip or Test Vial during this time.

Step # 4

Take Test Strip out of Test Vial and interpret the results.

Interpreting the Results

Negative Result

Line 1 is darker than Line 2 (or only Line 1 is visible)

Positive Result

Lines are equally dark, or Line 2 is darker than Line 1, or only Line 2 is visible

Invalid Result

No lines appear

Interpreting the Results

Negative Result

Line 1 is darker than Line 2 (or only Line 1 is visible)

Positive Result

Lines are equally dark, or Line 2 is darker than Line 1, or only Line 2 is visible

Invalid Result

No lines appear

IF THE TEST IS POSITIVE, YOUR WATER SAMPLE MAY CONTAIN LEAD AT A TOXIC LEVEL.

Please note that Watersafe® is a screening test and cannot be used to certify water as safe or unsafe. Watersafe® provides approximate results ONLY when used in strict accordance with instructions. Silver Lake Research Corporation expressly disclaims any liability resulting from use of this product, failure to follow instructions, or reliance on test results.

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