to check the previous values. Maintenance should typically be performed on our
instruments every 6 months. Your lab procedures may be different.
Each of these instrument routines is covered in greater detail in the following
sections. Before the user attempts to work with the instrument, it is important to
become familiar with the keyboard itself and the keystrokes necessary to
perform particular functions.
Navigating the Keypad
Introduction
The keypad provides all of the means necessary for programming the Dynisco
Polymer Test Melt Indexer (Unless it is connected to a PC.) Other functions that
can be performed on the keypad include calibration, instrument tests, parameter
setups and pneumatic lift controls.
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The Keypad
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ESC
PROG SYS
SHIFT
ABC
7
DEF
8
GHI
9
1 2 3
4
ID
SETUP
JKL
MNO
4 5
PQR
6
6
CLEAR BACkSP
kg
STU
VWX
1 2
YZ
3
9
8
*-#
0
.
ENTER
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ESC (ESCAPE)
- Backs out
one level from any mode. Quits a
test totally
PROG (PROGRAM)
- Browse
and select a preprogrammed program
SYS (SYSTEM)
- Enter self
calibration modes or hardware
diagnostic modes for testing unit.
SHIFT
- Toggle between
numerical and alpha-numerical input
ID (IDENTIFICATION)
-
Enter operator and sample
identifications
SETUP
- Change system
parameters
LIFT UP/DOWN
- Raise and
lower pneumatic lift(s) if equipped
CLEAR
- Clears present value
in editing modes
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BACKSP (BACKSPACE)
-
Destructive backspace
NUMERAL/ALPHA INPUT
-
Allows for numerical and alpha
numerical character input.
DISPLAY
- 4 X 20 instrument
display
SMART KEYS
- Main Keys
used for browsing, selecting and
entering values and parameters
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