K430X2 Dual Twin Foaming Characteristics Test Bath
Operation and Instruction Manual
K430X2-Manual
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3 Getting Started
The instructions for preparing the equipment
assume that the user is aware of the contents of
this document, which lists the warranty conditions
and important precautions.
3.1 Packing List
K430X2
Foaming
Characteristics
Test
Apparatus including:
- (4) 1000mL Test Cylinders (K43012)
- (4) Calibrated and Certified Diffuser Stones
(344-100-01C)
- (4) Air Delivery Tube Assemblies (K430-3A)
- (4) Air Outlet Tubes (K430-0-13)
- (4) Rubber Stoppers (K430-0-8)
- (2) 12 x 18 Pyrex Bath Jar (332-001-003)
-(1
) 18” Safety Shield and Base (K23425-00000)
- (1) Test Tube Rack (K43002-0-13)
K430X2-Manual
Dual
Twin
Foaming
Characteristics Test Apparatus Operation and
Instruction Manual
3.2 Unpacking
1.
Check Shock Watch Label on Cardboard Box
for indication of rough handling and possible
damage.
2.
Check labeling for correct orientation of
instrument. (e.g. This Side Up)
3.
Carefully open top of box with box cutter and
remove packing foam.
4.
Look inside bath from top of box, to verify that
the Glass Bath Jar is in tact.
5.
Make two additional vertical cuts, using box
cutter, along length of two sides of the box
and remove packing foam.
6.
Extract instrument and place on suitable cart
for transportation to work area / lab bench.
WARNING:
Be sure two or more individuals
are available for extracting and lifting instrument
from box to cart and from cart to bench.
Individuals must lift in accordance to proper
technique. See Figure below.
7.
Lift instrument from cart and place on bench.
8.
Ensure that all parts listed on the packing list
are present. Inspect the unit and all
accessories for damage. If any damage is
found, keep all packing materials and
immediately report the damage to the carrier.
We will assist you with your claim, if
requested. When submitting a claim for
shipping damage, request that the carrier
inspect the shipping container and equipment.
Do not return goods to Koehler without written
authorization.
3.3 Setup
Equipment Placement.
Place the base on a firm,
level table in an area with adequate ventilation or
in a hood. The unit may be leveled by making
minor turning adjustments to the feet located at
the base of the unit. Please note that Koehler does
not supply a level with this equipment.
Install the borosilicate test jars. Fill each jar with
appropriate bath medium as per ASTM D892.
Please see section 5.1 for further details on
appropriate bath medium.
Install the bath top assemblies on the jars and
plug the control cables into the receptacles on the
base unit. Refer to section 4.2 and 4.3 for proper
location of tops. Left Bath = Cold Bath. Right Bath
= Hot Bath.
Install the RTD probes in each bath tops with the
corks / thermometer probe holders provided
Environmental Conditions:
The instrument
environment must comply with the following
conditions for proper setup:
No / Low Dust
No direct sunlight
Not near heating or AC ventilation ducts
No Vibrations
Clearance from other instruments
