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Fish Fatmeter FAQs

1	How does the Fish Fatmeter work?
2	Can we use the Fatmeter to measure processed Fish?
3	Will measuring on, rather than above, the sideline affect our results?
4	Can it be used on LIVE Fish?
5	Is one of the Salmon salar calibations on whole gutted salmon?
6	What precautions should I take when comparing Fish Fatmeter results with laboratory Analysis?
7	Can I use the Fish Fatmeter on Skipjack 3 Kg and Yellowfin 10Kg up?
8	Do normal laboratory tests still need to be carried out?
9	Battery not holding charge
10	Can the MEASUREMENT DATA be electronically stored for later use?
11	How accurate is the Fatmeter?
12	How fast is the Measurement?
13	Why are the fatmeters results different to the lab results?
14	Is the instrument applicable to fish with and without skin and frozen ?
15	Some advice on using the Fish Fatmeter where you do not have a specific fish calibration available..
16	Is it really portable?
17	Does G-BREAM-1 corresponds to fat content of both sides trimmed fillet without skin?
18	Does temperature affect the performance or results achieved using the Fatmeter?
19	How can we resolve different results between the Fish Fatmeter and laboratory methods?
20	I'm Interested in specs of your fat meter to use on pacific sardines
21	If I send you my old fish fat meter, I can receive a new one with a discount?
22	Is it Waterproof?
23	What is the main use of the Distell Fish Fatmeter?
24	Can samples be used after testing?
25	Should the G.Bream-1 calibration provide similar results to the equivalent lab analysis?

Meat Fatmeter FAQs

1	We are having accuracy issues with ground beef with fat content of 30 percent
2	What is the difference between Beef1 and Burger1 calibrations?
3	Is the instrument FDA approved ?
4	The meter is showing out of range.
5	Some Advice on using the Meat Fatmeter on Processed Meats…
6	What precautions should I take when comparing Meat Fatmeter results with Laboratory Analysis ?
7	Do I have to calibrate separately for different temperature ranges?
8	Can we use the Fatmeter to measure processed Meats?
9	Is the equipment accredited for use within the Meat Industry ?
10	Does temperature affect the performance or results achieved using the Fatmeter ?
11	Can samples be used after testing?
12	What factors usually affect the measurement ?
13	How accurate is the Fatmeter?
14	Can it be used on LIVE Fish or Mammals ?
15	Is it Waterproof?
16	Can the MEASUREMENT DATA be electronically stored for later use?
17	What is the main use of the Distell Meat Fatmeter ?
18	Do normal laboratory tests still need to be carried out ?
19	What is the cost of a service contract?
20	How fast is the Measurement?
21	Is it really portable?

General Fatmeter FAQs

1	Our battery does not hold power long, even if the machine is not in use
2	The coating on the reader seems very worn. Should we ship back the unit for service?
3	Is the instrument HACCAP design to be used inside HACCAP plants ?
4	How often does the meter have to be calibrated?
5	Can the user do the calibration by themselves ?
6	Can I recalibrate a meter myself, or do I have to send it to Distell?
7	What is the life of the Fatmeter?
8	How often does the Meter need to be re-calibrated?
9	What is the weight and volume of the Fatmeter kit?
10	Do I have to choose four calibrations?

Freshness Meter FAQs

1	What is the cost of Torrymeter recalibration?
2	Does temperature affect the performance or results achieved using the Freshness Meter?
3	What is the main use of the Fish Freshness Meter?
4	What species of Fish can I measure using the Fish Freshness Meter?
5	If I send a Torrymeter back for repair, how long will it take?
6	Is there a way to have a dry run before a fishing tournament?
7	What precautions should I take when comparing Fish Freshness Meter results with laboratory analysis?
8	How accurate is the Freshness Meter?
9	Is the meter waterproof?
10	Are there any other benefits?
11	Are normal laboratory tests still necessary?
12	Can samples be used after testing?
13	How fast is the measurement?
14	Is it really portable?

Data Management System FAQs

1	Entering new calibration

General FAQs

1	The light on my charger just blinks and won't stay on
2	What is the meter protocol for communicating with the PC?