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ADA5000 Automatic Distillation Analyzer 

Operation and Instruction Manual 

ADA5000-Manual 

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1 Introduction 

 

The Koehler Automatic Distillation Analyzer is 

designed to perform optimal distillation analysis 
of gasolines, fuels, oils, solvents, aromatics, 
napthas, kerosenes, hydrocarbons, and other 
volatile products to ensure conformity to rigid 
quality control standards. The analyzer 
automatically performs tests, process results, 
and produce standard reports according to 
ASTM, ISO, and related specifications. 

 

This manual provides important information 

regarding safety, technical reference, installation 
requirements, operating condition specifications, 
user facility resource requirements, and 
operating instructions for the Automatic 
Distillation Analyzer. This manual should also be 
used in conjunction with applicable published 
laboratory procedures. Information on these 
procedures is given in section 1.2. 
 

1.1 

Koehler’s Commitment to Our 
Customers 

 

Providing quality testing instrumentation and 

technical support services for research and 
testing laboratories has been our specialty for 
more than 50 years. At Koehler, the primary 
focus of our business is providing you with the 
full support of your laboratory testing needs. Our 
products are backed by our staff of technically 
knowledgeable, trained specialists who are 
experienced in both petroleum products testing 
and instrument service to better understand your 
requirements and provide you with the best 
solutions. You can depend on Koehler for a full 
range of accurate and reliable instrumentation 
as well as support for your laboratory testing 
programs. Please do not hesitate to contact us 
at any time with your inquiries about equipment, 
tests, or technical support. 

 

Toll Free: 1-800-878-9070 (US only) 
Tel: +1 631 589 3800 
Fax: +1 631 589 3815 
 
Email: [email protected] 

http://www.koehlerinstrument.com

 

 

1.2 

Recommended Resources and 
Publications 

 

1.  American Society for Testing and Materials 

(ASTM) 

100 Barr Harbor Drive 
West Conshohocken, Pennsylvania 19428-
2959, USA 
Tel: +1 610 832 9500  
Fax: +1 610 832 9555 

http://www.astm.org

 

email: [email protected] 

 

ASTM Publication: 

  ASTM D86:  

 ASTM D285: 

 ASTM D850: 

 ASTM D1078: 

 ASTM D4737: 

  ASTM D189 Section 10:  

 
2. 

International Organization for 
Standardization (ISO) 
1, rue de Varembé 
Case postale 56 
CH-1211 Geneva 20, Switzerland 
Tel: 41 22 749 01 11  
Fax: 41 22 733 34 30 
http://www.iso.org 

 

ISO Publication: 

 ISO 3405: 

 

3.  Energy Institute (IP) 

61 New Cavendish Street 
London, WIM 8AR, United Kingdom 
Tel: 44 (0)20 7467 7100  
Fax: 44 (0)20 7255 1472 
http://www.energyinstpubs.org.uk/ 

 

IP Publication: 

 IP 123: 

 

4.  Deutsche International Norm (DIN) 

http://www.din.de 

 

DIN Publication: 

 DIN 51751: 

 

5. Association Française de Normalisation 

(AFNOR) 
http://www.afnor.fr 

 
AFNOR Publication:

 

  NF M 07-002 

 

6.  Japanese Industrial Standards(JIS) 

http://www.jisc.go.jp

 

 

JIS Publication: 

 JIS J2254I 

Summary of Contents for ADA5000

Page 1: ...venue Bohemia New York 11716 1796 USA Toll Free 1 800 878 9070 US only Tel 1 631 589 3800 Fax 1 631 589 3815 http www koehlerinstrument com e mail info koehlerinstrument com Petroleum Testing Analysis...

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Page 3: ...3 1 Packing List 3 3 2 Unpacking 3 3 3 Instrument Installation 3 3 4 Software Installation 3 4 Operation 7 4 1 Description of Instrument Controls 7 4 2 Instrument Operation 7 4 3 Communication Manage...

Page 4: ...o are experienced in both petroleum products testing and instrument service to better understand your requirements and provide you with the best solutions You can depend on Koehler for a full range of...

Page 5: ...e analyzer must be disconnected from the main power supply otherwise electrical hazards may be experienced Be extremely careful because of electrical shock and danger of personal injury Unit Design Th...

Page 6: ...different models are K45603 K45703 TS 120VAC 5 50 60Hz 20A K45604 K45704 TS 230VAC 5 50 60Hz 10A Nitrogen Nitrogen must be available in order for the automatic fire extinguishing system to work Conne...

Page 7: ...nt by clicking on the Yes button Confirm that the computer meets these minimum requirements and click on the Next button Enter the name and company information of the user To utilize the software as a...

Page 8: ...ext button to continue Verify that all each box of the four components are checked and click on the Next button Select or create a folder the add program icons to Click Next to continue Review the pro...

Page 9: ...arious paths please consult with Koehler technical service To change the units for temperature 1 and pressure 2 select the desired units by clicking on the corresponding radio buttons Registration 3 F...

Page 10: ...amber 4 2 Instrument Operation 1 Power Turn on the main power switch to the unit Turn on the power switches on the PC and printer if applicable Note the internal computer on the K457XX TS models has a...

Page 11: ...correct position Place the silicone stopper over the side arm of the distillation flask and then place it into the condenser tube 13 Move the heater carefully under the flask 14 Place the dropping pl...

Page 12: ...e the status of an analyzer from the PC select the View option and then Unit Data Select unit 1 Select a connected analyzer to see all the important values of this analyzer Analog 2 Temperature shown...

Page 13: ...sible to change the path of the database program form and results form For a normal installation you can use this standard directory If a PC is connected to a network it s possible to have the databas...

Page 14: ...ults Form Select this item to change a result form Be careful when changing a form A backup of these forms can be found on the installation CD in directory Backup Results Comparison To compare up to 4...

Page 15: ...ram Unit Select analyzer Load Select item to load a new program from the database Attention Program will be sent automatically to selected analyzer and overwrite an existing previous run If desired st...

Page 16: ...Koehler Comment Sample Program Method ASTM D86 Distillation Group SG4 Condenser temp 40 0 C Receiver temp 30 0 C Expected volume 98 0 mL Preheat 1 29 1 Preheat time 3 0 min Preheat 2 28 2 Extended Fi...

Page 17: ...finished min 30 mL are necessary microprocessor system of distillation analyzer will calculate optimized value According to the distillation group a heating rate will be calculated to get a time for...

Page 18: ...fix temperatures are stored in a memo field of the database and are online available Program Extended Fix Temps Final Results All important values are shown online here That means if the IBP was detec...

Page 19: ...since start is shown Cool Time Timer for cooling device Condenser Shows actual temperature of condenser tube Volume Shows actual volume of selected analyzer Receiver Shows actual temperature of recei...

Page 20: ...wing sections 5 1 Flask Heater Compartment and Auto Fire Extinguisher The design of the flask heater compartment makes this instrument one of the safest automatic distillation units available The phys...

Page 21: ...in personal injury or death If you have any questions about maintaining your equipment please do not hesitate to contact the Koehler technical service department 6 1 Routine Maintenance The Koehler A...

Page 22: ...s been properly installed operated and maintained Koehler Instrument Company must be advised in writing of the malfunction and authorize the return of the product to the factory The sole responsibilit...

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