ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer
Operating Manual
ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer
Galvanic Applied Sciences, Inc.
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (978) 848--2701
Operating Manual Rev: 2.0E
Toll-Free: 1 (866) 252-8470
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When removing the viscosity transducer for cleaning / maintenance, DO NOT lift
the viscosity transducer by the probe end or allow the transducer to rest on the
probe tip. This may cause irreparable damage to the viscosity transducer! Lift
using the flange or transducer dome end only! Refer to Figure 6.2.
Figure 6.2: Proper Handling of the ViscoSite Transducer
If the sample temperature is sufficiently low to cause the transducer to freeze in
contact with the mounting surface, avoid twisting the transducer as this may
cause damage to the probe. Use localized heat such as a flange heater to increase
the transducer temperature until removal is possible. Ensure that the transducer
dome/block temperature does not exceed 200 °C to prevent damage to the
transducer.
The probe end of the transducer should be cleaned thoroughly to remove any
process material, taking great care not to bend it by placing too much lateral
stress on the probe and outer sheath. A badly damaged transducer is shown in
Figure 6.3.
Figure 6.3: Bent (Damaged) Transducer
