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Operation and Instruction Manual 

 

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Koehler Instrument Company, Inc. 

1595 Sycamore Avenue • 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: [email protected] 

Petroleum Testing & Analysis Instrumentation • Custom Design & Manufacturing 

 
 

 

 

 

HKV4000  

High Temperature Kinematic Viscosity Bath  

Summary of Contents for HKV4000

Page 1: ...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 Inst...

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Page 3: ...applicable standards set forth in this certification Specifications ASTM D445 ASTM D2532 ASTM D6074 ASTM D6158 IP 71 ISO 3104 DIN 51550 FTM 791 305 NF T 60 100 This unit is tested before it leaves the...

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Page 5: ...HKV4000 High Temperature Kinematic Viscosity Bath Operation and Instruction Manual HKV4000 Manual 1...

Page 6: ...HKV4000 High Temperature Kinematic Viscosity Bath Operation and Instruction Manual HKV4000 Manual 2...

Page 7: ...ent A separate statement is given cataloging the items that require separation from the equipment along with basic information on subsequent processing or recycling prior to disposal of the equipment...

Page 8: ...emia NY 11716 As a minimum the following substances preparations and components have to be removed from any separately collected WEEE Mercury containing components such as switches or backlighting lam...

Page 9: ...s for Running Tests 11 4 3 Temperature Controller Operation 13 4 4 Recommended Accessories 13 5 Operation 14 5 1 Bath 14 5 2 Start Up 15 5 3 Control Panel Operation 15 5 4 Test Procedure 16 6 Safety F...

Page 10: ...Viscosity Bath Operation and Instruction Manual HKV4000 Manual 6 8 5 Replacement Parts 21 9 Wiring Diagrams 22 9 1 K23802 Wiring 115V 22 9 2 K23892 220V Wiring 23 10 Service 24 11 Storage 24 12 Warra...

Page 11: ...r 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...

Page 12: ...use in accordance with the applicable standard test methods listed in section 1 2 of this manual The use of this equipment in accordance with any other test procedures or for any other purpose is not...

Page 13: ...Lift instrument from cart and place on bench 8 Remove foam insert Borosilicate Glass Jar as per steps 9 thru 19 9 Using a flat head screwdriver remove the four 4 silver screws located at the four corn...

Page 14: ...acts to these during normal operation can shatter the glass components releasing the bath fluid posing thermal burn hazards and slipping hazards For this reason the instrument must be operated by and...

Page 15: ...nce engaged into the assembly is placed into the bath through the viscometer ports on top of the instrument 7 Bath Bath Stirrer The stirrer constantly circulates bath medium to prevent temperature gra...

Page 16: ...n the same viscometer constant at all temperatures This is advantageous when samples are to be measured at different temperatures Suspended level type viscometers are for transparent liquids of up to...

Page 17: ...fully equilibrate before proceeding with any testing Temperature Calibration This routine allows the digital temperature controller to be calibrated to a certified thermometer In the calibration mode...

Page 18: ...5 1 Bath WARNING Do NOT turn the power on unless the bath is filled with the proper medium otherwise damage may occur to the unit and the warranty would be void Fill the bath with the appropriate heat...

Page 19: ...ty tests Verify the temperature displayed by the temperature controller matches that of the ASTM Thermometer Calibrate if necessary See Section 4 3 for full operational details of the temperature cont...

Page 20: ...nstant value can be found on the calibration certificate provided with viscometers that utilize two constants E g Cannon Fenske Opaque Type 6 Save to Preset After inputting the viscometer parameters S...

Page 21: ...meter into an appropriate viscometer holder and place into one of the seven available ports through the top of the viscosity bath The sample temperature must come to equilibrium with the bath temperat...

Page 22: ...e the source of the problem and correct the situation 3 Restart the unit Monitor the operations to ensure that the unit is operating properly If you are still experiencing trouble please contact Koehl...

Page 23: ...rectly Wipe surface clean Do Not clean bath exterior with organic chemicals such as Acetone Toluene Hexane etc For more difficult cleaning of finished surfaces a dilute solution or isopropanol in wate...

Page 24: ...the two sides of the top assembly with a Philips head screw driver 13 Make sure there is sufficient space with cleaning clothes to place the top assembly when lifted off the bath 14 Lift the top assem...

Page 25: ...3 15A 5x20mm 278 020 004 Time Delay Fuse 20A 600VAC 278 102 003 Fast Acting Fuse 0 5A 2AG 278 002 002 Fuse 2A Slo Blo 5x20mm 275 103 027 Temperature Controller 100 240V with RS 232 Board 279 115 009...

Page 26: ...HKV4000 High Temperature Kinematic Viscosity Bath Operation and Technical Manual HKV4000 Manual 22 9 Wiring Diagrams 9 1 K23802 Wiring 115V...

Page 27: ...HKV4000 High Temperature Kinematic Viscosity Bath Operation and Technical Manual HKV4000 Manual 23 9 2 K23892 220V Wiring...

Page 28: ...authorize the return of the product to the factory The sole responsibility of Koehler Instrument Company and the purchaser s exclusive remedy for any claim arising out of the purchase of any product i...

Page 29: ...HKV4000 High Temperature Kinematic Viscosity Bath Operation and Technical Manual HKV4000 Manual 25 Notes...

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