CALIBRATE A PH METER (step by step) + How To Use PH meter

[@foughmon]

You should do instructional videos for every product on earth! Not kidding.

[@jeanneblackwell5123]

I got the same PH meter and never did get it properly calibrated. This was just excellent. I read the directions several times and never got the message that you showed and explained so well in this video. Thank you most sincerely. I think the company owes you a free meter for doing such an excellent job explaining how to calibrate. The meter is useless if not properly calibrated and their instructions were really lacking. Thank you again. And I waited patiently for this carrot recipe and am so anxious to do it. You are batting a 1000 with me.

[@randycrass2097]

Glad to know it's not just me... I followed this video to the T and got similar results. "Err" I found this video especially informative on the expected malfunctions indicating the unit is bad and should be replaced. I will not be purchasing this super inexpensive model this time around they seem fragile and unreliable. Thanks so much for your time tallant and effort in sharing this fermentation subject with us. It is so essential for correcting the damage done by consuming the foods of the modern western diat. Thank you Adrienna, are a God send.

[@jeannenemmyers6580]

Thanks so much for this video. I purchased a meter, took a look at the directions, and said I would do it later. Well, later still hasn't come! Now I know what to do, so I'll get the distilled water and do the calibration. I love your videos...my first ferment was your dill pickles and they have been a huge hit with everyone. The sauerkraut just got finished today and it's amazing. Thanks so much for your clear instructions, insights, and encouragement.

[@CleanFoodLiving]

So glad to hear it!

[@truegrit7697]

I did the exact same thing! I'm going to calibrate it this week - I promise!

[@muraliaj5129]

Very good sister, Excellent training about ph meter calibration. I don't about this before, good job , Thankyou so much.

[@palomavano4705]

I purchased this PH meter but it was too complicated for me to calibrate it. Thank you very much for the clear instructions. I will calibrate it the way you explained.

[@ghidfg]

you can save the buffer solutions in sealed and labeled water bottles or similar containers. as long as they dont evaporate they will remain the same PH and can be used for calibration whenever you need.

[@CleanFoodLiving]

Yes👍

[@sishrac]

I'm assuming bringing these buffer solutions to temperature again won't affect them negatively in any way?

[@SosaGrows]

@@sishracthat’s what’s im tryan find out?

[@LyricRaptor82]

This was the most thorough tutorial I've found for these basic PH meters. Thank you!

[@thoos192]

Since the glass and knife that you stirred with might cool the liquid down a bit, I would heat the water to a few degrees above 25 (think 27-28 would be a good number) mix the solution, then wait for it to drop to 25 (if needed).

[@aimeesgardens]

I just started fermenting as a way to preserve some of my tomatoes out of the garden about a month ago and have since gone down a rabbit hole with your videos, now preserving everything in sight! I finally decided to get a PH meter to make sure i was doing it right, and I was so proud when i first, calibrated it correctly thanks to you, and second, the readings were spot on! Mine and my familys gut are so thankful for you making all these videos. You are helping so many thousands of people live a healthier lifestyle and you should be so proud!

[@CleanFoodLiving]

Amazing, thank you!

[@JamesRicc]

What a life saver. No wonder I cant calibrate the 3rd one. Didnt know I need to press calibrate twice to get it right. Thanks

[@barbararuthsmith2882]

What a revelation. Thanks so much for this very useful video. I have had this same PH meter for around 6 months now and have followed the calibration instructions exactly but the instructions don't say to hold the cal button an extra time in the 2nd test or a second time in the 3rd test like you showed. I just re read the instructions again to be sure but it doesn't say it anywhere. I have had ok results using it anyway but have found a need to calibrate a little more often. Now I am going to try and calibrate it your way and see if it works better. Thanks from Sweden!

[@TL50-r9f]

My ph meter comes with instructions like yours and does not say to push the cal button once after the second or twice for the third. Did you try how she did it in this video?

[@barbararuthsmith2882]

@@TL50-r9f yes I tried it the way she explained it and it works much better, just like she said it would.

[@TL50-r9f]

Thanks @@barbararuthsmith2882

[@yomaluza66]

I just purchased this meter and I now feel confident to calibrate it thanks to your video. 😊

[@MrsRGAllen]

I love your calm and soothing voice. It sure beats loud, fast-talking, infomercial-like training videos.

[@christinechapman9764]

Perfect timing, I just got mine and was feeling a bit confused. Thanks so much.

[@francineclave2207]

Thank you so much for this tutorial, it made it much clearer and gave me confidence as I did it. Especially since I needed to do the third solution twice. It all came out fine.

[@antonrehling1966]

There are many channels like yours. But, none better. Yours is the top dog in this dog fight.

[@Anna.Maria.Muller]

Hahahah.... Thank you so much. After reading and trying to follow the instructions several times, I finally Googled and found this video. So happy it was you, the person I follow anyway. :0)

[@CleanFoodLiving]

Super!😃

[@PribeagprinLume]

Thank you for teaching how to calibrate and sharing your tips and knowledge on the pH meter and other topics from your videos.

[@DanielCValot]

Excellent Video, you are the best!!!

[@triglideadventure5235]

by far the BEST video showing how to calibrate the ph meter. Very professional.

[@Javaman92]

What a pleasant surprise. I've been watching your videos tonight and thought, I should check into a pH meter just to see about them. After searching for awhile and hearing all the horror stories of people having a hard time calibrating them I saw a video on how to do it, clicked on it not paying much attention to who it was, and here I am back with you! No complaints here. ;-) Well done as usual.

[@judymiller323]

I love your videos and love how clear and concise your instructions are. I am a devoted fermentation fan and received my digital reader for my birthday. I always learn better by seeing then doing, than by reading instructions and muddling through. Many thanks again !!

[@d1950l1941]

I am one of your fans, and find your videos to be priceless. Thank you so much!

[@kickstar126]

Many thanx I have learned a lot from you today, Fermenting, Sourdough, Dutch Ovens, You are a wonderful teacher, and a fine girl.

[@RealityTrailers]

Another insightful, educational, amazing and very beautiful video. Thank you.

[@heatherprovencher3589]

I did it first try and tested my onions which were perfect! Thank you so much for your video, very helpful!!

[@blg6583]

Clear instructions. I would have been totally lost without your video. Thank you so much.

[@avinashgowda1418]

Really positive explanation even after facing so many problems with the meter..... good job

[@randyjasek5980]

Thanks! You have the heart of a teacher. Great job!

[@saitsaatcigil9830]

Thank you very much, Ma'am. You explained it best! Others were missing. I did as you said and it was great. I wish you a good day, See you!

[@gersoul]

You're so thorough! This video is exactly what I was looking for

[@Boobear83]

Very helpful! I’ve been so busy and this process was intimidating and ultimately hasn’t happened yet. Now I will do it hah. Thanks

[@chuckdales4522]

Thank you you did an excellent job on making the complex simple for me! I really really do appreciate it

[@Connie4580]

Oh thank you! I bought it after watching your video on white Kimchi and boy, the directions almost made me give up because they don't say in the how to, to warm the water so I ended up having to warm the water with the granules in it. You are a superstar!!

[@Gary65437]

Just got my meter, thanks for the great instructions. I had to look up what 25c is, 77 degrees. I think I'll store my meter with a bit of distilled water in the cap so the probe doesn't dry off sitting for months.

[@lisaorieux5841]

Thank you for this video. Perfect timing! I just ordered the ph meter and glass weights and they're arriving today from Amazon 😊

[@marciaz5346]

Thank you so much for sharing this information. I too have had my pH meter sitting in a drawer as I found the instructions confusing.

[@bradgardner6952]

Thank you for your advice. I'm glad I watched it. because I didn't know how to calibrate

[@BKhaz-wn5hw]

Thank you so much for the clarity 🙏🏽 what do you do when you want to disinfect it? Im using it in maling of skincare and would like to clean it better than just rinsing with tapwater... Any tips on that for me? ❤

[@CleanFoodLiving]

The probe can absolutely not be touched. I suppose you could dip it into alcohol with it Off, then run under water.

[@stephenrichards5386]

Thanks. I needed this

[@Outdoorsyshoresy]

Great video, thank you for explaining the calibration and the stories. Really got my thinking about storage

[@umanaik2667]

Thx calibrated my meter according to ur instructions and it’s done 👍🏽

[@olyadowning2825]

Thank you so much for making this video and explaining it so well! I especially appreciate your tips on how to care of it to make it last longer. Great video, just like all your other videos I've watched! Thank you!

[@catejordan7244]

I saw you use this in another video and plan on ordering. Great to find this video. As usual very well done

[@dodyflower7833]

Thank you very much for the video, it was so complicated for me to understand till I watch your video.. what kind of batteries I need for it ? As mine came without the batteries

[@susanfreeman6350]

Another great video. You are a very good teacher! Although I knew how to calibrate and care for the pH meter, I was never quite sure exactly where the immersion point was on this meter. I thought the ridges were just a gripping point. I also didn’t know which replacement buffers to buy. Thanks so much. By the way, if I’m not actively fermenting or using my meter a lot, I make it a point to rinse and recap my meter each day when I feed my sourdough starter. That keeps the bulb damp…very important. This is completely off subject, but I hope you are an Amazon affiliate. With all the work you put into these videos, you should at least be receiving compensation from Amazon for your links. My son does KZbin videos and didn’t know this for quite a while.

[@CleanFoodLiving]

Glad you found the video helpful! Yes I'm an affiliate 🙂

[@kany4091]

Geboren für Tutorials. Dankeschön ❤

[@RoninDosho]

Thanks, I just received mine this week. Your video is a welcomed help!

[@CleanFoodLiving]

Glad it helped!

[@Rupamforever]

When batteries will be required to be changed, do we have to calibrate it again or will it maintain it's settings?

[@truesight91]

I've had this device for years never knew you need to calibrate it :o

[@cHAOs9]

The volume of water needs to be EXACT or the PH will off. Weigh the water to exactly 250 grams added. The temp is important too but just needs to be close enough, it only barely affects PH while water volume affects PH a lot. Also leave the meter in each cup for 30 seconds BEFORE holding for 5 seconds. The meter takes time to read PH. EDIT: also u probably dont have to calibrate it at all, when new it will probably be accurate to roughly 0.1 PH which is close enough for most purposes. Keep probe from drying out by soaking it in distilled water for hours if needed. And always rinse in distilled water before and especially after use. This video was fantastic compared to the other ones i saw which were blatantly wrong about almost everything they said. This one was almost entirely correct, with just a few added steps i posted above.

[@maureenakachukwu1380]

I really appreciate your corrections....thanks alot

[@peterbrenton410]

Grams ? The measurement is 250 mililitres

[@cHAOs9]

@peterbrenton410 water has a density of exactly 1 (its conversion is based on water). So 1 milliliter of water weighs EXACTLY 1 gram. Thats what a milliliter is based on.

[@davidmcauliffe5673]

I have found your videos very informative and helpful. Thanks!!

[@SpookyWifeSpookyLife]

Thank you for these easy instructions and for all of the tips at the end!

[@chambersjane50]

Such a useful video thank you. Your delivery is always clear, informative and gives me confidence to have a go. So thank you so much.

[@evelynacostajerez765]

Thanks for your time and help ❤

[@tcbuchanan1514]

Can warm the testing water using the micro wave?

[@Grow69King]

awesome tutorial My auto strains will be thanking you pretty soon lady

[@dayzelsamaroo7629]

Thanks for this video. How often calibration need to be done.

[@wellyaknow7698]

This video is perfect, appreciate you.

[@myhusbandsrib]

U made this way easy! Thk u 😊

[@aleirbag914]

Perfect timing! I just ordered one of these after your recommendation and I was kind of anxious if I would know how to calibrate it. This video will help me a lot. Again, a perfect video with a detailed explanation. PRO style, as always 🙂

[@shodiyaotamirzayeva4937]

Thank u so much for detailed video. Recently i bought ph meter just like yrs. How often do u calibrate ur device?

[@TheChipmunkWhisperer]

Awesome informative video with clear instructions and visual aids. 5☆'s. Thank you SO MUCH!!! 😊

[@emmasurf8109]

thanks for the detailed instructions. I could have figured out the calibration myself but the tips about taking care of it are invaluable. I would have immediately put it in a drawer 😄

[@lucreziafrechette3819]

Hello Adrienne and thank you for all the informative video, specifically the ones relating to fermentation. I just received my PH meter and watched your calibration video. You calibrate with three packets, my meter, which is the same as yours only came with the ph 6.86 @ 25 and the 4.01 @ 25. Instructions are also only for the 2. Any idea why? Did you get the extra packets from Amazon? By the way I am in Canada 🇨🇦. Have a great weekend.

[@CleanFoodLiving]

Mine came with 3 so I didn't need to order any. My thought is this - the most important calibration range is the 6.86 and 4.01 .... because in fermentation, you'll probably never see a 9+ PH reading anyway, but you will see the lower range. Point being, I think you'll be just fine with only the two.👍

[@joanjasper58]

I don't understand, do different food have different readings. I am guessing because of the 3 packets, different food has a different reading. I just received my meter and haven't read instructions yet. I want to ferment these food to try and help me get over a new diagnosis, of PMR. ARTHRITIS , A AUTOAMUNE DIEASES . IT USALLY LAST 2 OR 3 YEARS. I will be on a rather high dose of STERIODS, PRESIDONE, currently on 40 mg , UGH. I really want to eat super healthy, to get rid of fast. PRESIDONE cause terrible side effects. Heart disease, osteoporosis, tremendous weight gain, moon face , unwanted hair on body, loss of muscle, I could go on and on 75 side effects warnings. Andcaroundx25 more th e y are considering. I need help.

[@victoriabee-nu9xm]

Reading the instructions is like reading a diff language, thank God you have this video,, ill calibrate this soon,! I'm new in fermenting, your video is awesome!

[@bmarchi1]

Thank you that was full of practical advice

[@Alejojojo6]

If I dont calibrate, does it work just fine? Or to calibrate it's a must? Cause I have the PH meter but not the poulder sacks. By the way, I really liked this video, it was very well explained. Specially going to details such as how to proceed after use, or cleaning it.

[@judithgoldberg8453]

I still have some questions. Does the water have to be 25°C to MIX the powder and/or to do the calibration? It does drop in temp as you stir the powder in, so could/should you microwave it to bring it back up to 25°C? Then, since temp appears to be a factor, should anything you're testing with the meter, once it's calibrated, also be a certain temp/25°C? If you save and store the testing waters, should you bring them back to 25°C before recalibrating?

[@CleanFoodLiving]

A degree difference doesn't really matter. I have found if the medium being tested is really cold, like from the fridge, the ph is a little off. for best accuracy, allow it to come to room temp before testing. Always testing at 25C is not mandatory, just avoid extreme hot and extreme cold.

[@judithgoldberg8453]

@@CleanFoodLiving Thanks. But is the temp important for the packet mixing and/or the reading?

[@CleanFoodLiving]

@@judithgoldberg8453 A degree difference doesn't really matter. I.E. 24/26 rather than exactly 25C

[@Bekynd2Mankynd]

Thanks You had the best instruction video.

[@Carlos-qz7ul]

Thanks for this video : still one fully detailed and beautifully crafted ! I have purchased one of those meters, clearly made by the same manufacturer, its color being green. I've had some problems with the calibration process. I used the 6.86 dose with filtered and not distilled water. Then I used the right water with the 9.18 ph dose, but it has been impossible to dissolve after 20+ minutes of turning it around. I have finished the calibration process with the 4.01 ph dose, and some measures after this seem consistent, particularly distilled water at around 7 ph. The instructions notice says : "use the 6.86-solution (or the 4.01 and 9.18)", which I understand as that you can calibrate the meter with only one solution. Now, this extra solutions seem to be unavailable at Amazon. What to do? Thanks for your suggestions !

[@CleanFoodLiving]

Here's some in-stock extras: www.amazon.com/dp/B09DCP4HNH/?tag=cleanfoodli0f-20 . I calibrate to all 3. If you instructions say only one, then it's not exactly the same as the one I use, but will get the job done. Sometimes all those grains don't fully dissolve. I've had that happen to me to, but move forward with the process. It will be ok!👍😊

[@Carlos-qz7ul]

@@CleanFoodLiving Thanks for your clear, fast and detailed response, this is very useful to me, as fermented food has become an essential tool to fully recover from a long list of food intolerances that made it often very hard to live with ! I like a lot the clarity of your explanations, and the attention to the visual aspects of your videos, not to forget the dynamism and the consistency you show all across your channel. Thanks and greetings from the French mediterranean coast ! 💐

[@ssergeant9682]

thankyou. I was reading thru the instructions and not quite understanding them. now that I have it calibrated - how do you raise or lower your PH? using this for hydroponics. thank you

[@larryhaydon]

My pH meter displays "'END" and the numbers flash only before I count to 5. ..is that normal or adequately complete??

[@tracie6837]

You stated the instruction say not to let the pH probe dry out… should it be re-rinsed and capped periodically if not going to be in use for a while… like every couple of weeks?

[@CleanFoodLiving]

That would be a good idea.

[@tofu-munchingCoalition.ofChaos]

I recently discovered your channel. It's very helpful! Keep up the wonderful work. Have you already made or will you make videos about lower sodium fermentation? My sodium intake is my only nutrient that is outside of the recommendations. If I were to cut out or down on fermented foods of various kinds (my main source of sodium) I would get to the limit of 2.3g of sodium per day. But I don't want to do that. So lower sodium fermentation would be extremely helpful.

[@Sasquatchseeker21]

Hi, I just got the inkbird ph meter, and have "0" zero experience with them. I have heard of the probe storage solution being used for storage, and cleaning.. Since the world is full of accidents, I want to keep an eye on my town water, and swimming hole.. When should I use it, or should I? Thank you. Great video

[@MushroomStalker]

Fantastic!!!! Once again you alleviate me of information overload and made it easy and thus doable. You are a very effective educator. I appreciate it thanks

[@carlaendicott5280]

It would be nice if you explained what to do if you're not getting the right readings

[@TimAnder11]

Thank you so much, that's the exact meter I have. The instructions are quite confusing.

[@RogerShortVideos]

Do I have to use all three packs or just one if I’m needing my soil to read between 6.5 and 6.8 PH?

[@sylvieleboeuf2945]

Hi! You're my favorite resource for lacto-fermentation. Love your videos and I love that you take the time to answer questions. It's my second attempt. I have one jar that had a regular cover and on day 6 (yesterday), I found there was some kham yeast with a few speckles of mold. I removed both with a clean spoon (it was easy, the speckles of mold were not touching the sides) and wiped off the inside with a paper towel as shown. I left the weight in because I didn't have the time to measure the ph nor do a brine flush and wanted to take the ph before flushing to make sure it's worth keeping the pickles. My question is, if we can't clean the ph meter with soapy water, how do we clean it between use to avoid introducing bad bacteria in the next jar we are testing? Thank you.

[@CleanFoodLiving]

So long as the water rinse does a thorough job, it's ok. I've never had a problem with contamination with thorough rinsing. PS: just want to make sure about this... never brine flush mid-fermentation. If you choose to do so, always do it at the very end, just before placing in the refrigerator. Good job with the quick swipe for mold removal... no need to remove the weight or PH check every time👍😊

[@sylvieleboeuf2945]

@@CleanFoodLiving Thank you. It's the 8th day today so, should be finished. I don't have that many weights so, I will remove it, take the ph and if 4.5 or below, I will do a little brine flush and put it in the fridge if above, it will go in the compost pile. I will take this opportunity to check the ones with the Easy Fermenter covers and if all good, I will switch for a regular cover and they will go in the fridge. I have only 3 of them and want to have them available when I will try something else. 🙂Thank you again🙏

[@johngallea5288]

Thank you for your help I'll try it your way

[@worldbiss1831]

Excellent demo. ! We have that same pH meter model. Is it necessary to calibrate No.3 ? We gonna test our Aquarium pH level

[@moritaagishta6190]

Excellent video thanks for sharing. Where did you get the solution package?

[@CleanFoodLiving]

Comes with the meter

[@chazzlavely3398]

Very well done! What happens if it's not used for a few months and it dries out? will it dry out with the cap on? If it does will re-calibrating it suffice, or is it shot?

[@CleanFoodLiving]

Drying out usually kills it and it can't be resurrected (in my experience)

[@alliolamide7431]

Thank you so much . This is very easy

[@mlpooley]

I have an older model where you have to turn a screw to get the ph level on the packet. With this newer version it calibrates itself using the solutions, am I correct?

[@RADCOMJ1]

Ive just discovered your channel, and I'm impressed.. You're awesome and your videos are easy watching 👍😍

[@tuanshamilfazeel]

Hi, how do we know that the device needs to be calibrated??

[@nunoprazeres1173]

Great video! Thanks! I have the same meter (also yellow with the very same buffer bags) but something seems to be wrong with it since it is not sensitive to the fast button pushes to set up the calibration level for the next liquid. It just "tries" to assume what is the pH of the solution and only gets the 9.18 right... The 4.01 is assumed as being the 6.86. The 6.86 suggests a calibration of 9.18 again. Those 3 points in the calibration curve make the reading completely wrong. I am trying to figure out if this is some sort of new hardware version that "guesses" the calibration pH without allowing the user to set it up manually. Maybe they wanted to simplify the process that way, which in my case, generated the opposite effect.

[@CleanFoodLiving]

If you bought it from Amazon, I'd send it back and get a new one. Sounds iffy. It is cheaply made which is why its cheaply priced so some 'duds' out there doesn't surprise me.

[@lingcheng7046]

May I know if calibration is needed for the very first time? Do I need to calibrate it everytime before use? The on-line seller suggest us to do claibration on the first time and everytime. I think it is too crazy. Also, to keep the sensor moist, I used to use tap water to keep the sensor head moist but the seller said"No" ! Must use a special solution - potassium chloride saturated solution to keep the cotton pad in the cover tap wet. My PH pen is a bit differnent from yours.

[@aps125]

Off topic. Love your kitchen cabinetry.

[@amy30kfd]

What is the Temp/Hold button used for and when is it needed to be used? TY

[@GaryMcIntosh100]

Hello, thank you so much for your videos I'm learning so many good things. I bought my first HP meter have done the test, the same how you show in the video. I fermented garlic, carrots, cabege, hemp milk and water, but I'm not sure if my meter is reading right. Is not showing under 5😢. What can I do? Thank you so much. Hello from Tennessee 😊😊😊

[@LucyBaez1971]

Thanks for this information❤

[@bluemoon9868]

You have 3 power packets. I just need to know which one I should use to calibrate for drinking water?

[@lrfolkins6692]

I have such hard city water (must clean tea kettle with white vinegar twice/week). I will use bottle purified water to rinse.

[@Americasno1917]

Hi there do they come out of the box calibrated or does it need to be done from new, thank you.

[@venkatesannatarajan6661]

Thank you very much for your explanation.

[@gnsyrdvr]

Hi again.. Do I nessssarily need DISTILLED water to add the buffer for calibration.. Can I use regular non chlorine drinking water ? Thank you for your helo..

[@undefinednull5749]

not recommended. it may destroy the accuracy of calibration .

[@patcarpenter8777]

Do you have a video for the updated meter?