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K8853X Air Release Value Instrument  

Operation and Instruction Manual 

 

K8853X-Manual

    

 

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1.3  Instrument Specifications 

 

Model: 

K88530 
K88539 
 

Electrical 

Requirements: 

115V 60Hz 
220-240V 50/60 Hz 
 

Temperature Range: 

Ambient to 75°C 
(167°F) 
 

Dimensions 

WxDxHin.(cm): 

 
24x23x34 
(61x58.4x86.4) 
 

Net Weight: 

115 lbs (53kg) 

 

 

2  Safety Information and Warnings 

 

Safety 

Considerations. 

The 

use 

of 

this 

equipment  may  involve 

hazardous 

materials  and 

operations.  This  manual  does  not  purport  to 
address all of the safety problems associated with 
the use of this equipment. It is the responsibility of 
any  user  of  this  equipment  to  investigate, 
research,  and  establish  appropriate  safety  and 
health practices  and  determine  the  applicability  of 
regulatory limitations prior to use. 

 
Equipment  Modifications  and  Replacement 
Parts. 

Any  modification  or  alteration  of  this 

equipment from that of factory specifications is not 
recommended  voids  the  manufacturer  warranty, 
product safety, performance specifications,  and/or 
certifications  whether  specified  or  implied,  and 
may result  in personal  injury and/or property  loss. 
Replacement  parts  must  be  O.E.M.  exact 
replacement equipment. 
 

Unit  Design. 

This  equipment  is  specifically 

designed for 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  recommended  and  may  be 
extremely hazardous. 
 

Over-temperature  Protection.

  This  unit  is 

equipped  with Over-temperature  Protection (OTP) 
circuitry  to  prevent  overheating.  The  unit  will 
automatically  interrupt  power  whether  equipment 
malfunction 

or 

operator 

error 

causes 

the 

temperature to exceed either 20 °C above the set 
point  or  the  maximum  recommended  temperature 

range.  The  power  can  only  then  be  restored  by 
identifying  and  correcting  the  problem,  allowing 
the 

unit 

to 

return 

to 

normal 

operating 

temperatures, and resetting the power to the unit. 
 

Chemical Reagents Information. 

Chemicals and 

reagents  used  in  performing  the  test  may  exhibit 
potential  hazards.  Any  user  must  be  familiarized 
with  the  possible  dangers  before  use.  We  also 
recommend  consulting  the  Material  Data  and 
Safety  Sheet  (MSDS)  on  each  chemical  reagent 
for  additional  information.  MSDS  information  can 
be 

easily 

located 

on 

the 

internet 

at 

http://siri.uvm.edu 

or 

http://www.sigma-

aldrich.com. 

 

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

 

 

  K8853X  Air  Release  Value  Instrument  w/ 

Integrated Balance and Circulation Bath 

  K88530-1 Jacketed Test Vessel 

  K88530-03509 Sinker, 10mL 

  K88530-03514 Sinker, 5mL 

  K88530-2 RTD Temperature Probe 

  K8853X-Manual

 

K88500  Air  Release  Value 

Instrument Operation and Instruction Manual 

 
Accessories (purchased separately): 
 

  K885-115-1 Convection Oven, 115V 60Hz 

OR 

  K885-240-1 Convection Oven, 230V 50/60Hz 

 
 

3.2  Unpacking 

 

1. 

The K8853X Air Release Value instrument will 
ship and arrive in a Wooden Crate. 
 

2. 

To  open  the  Wooden  Crate,  a  crowbar  or 
prybar and a hammer will be required. Use the 
crowbar  and  hammer  to  first  open  the  top  of 
the crate.  

 

3. 

Once the entire top piece is removed, observe 
inside the crate for the instruments orientation. 
Locate the front of the instrument and remove 
the  corresponding  front  panel  of  the  wooden 
crate.  

Summary of Contents for K88530

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 Instr...

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Page 3: ...licable standards set forth in this certification Specifications ASTM D3427 IP 313 ISO 9120 DIN 51381 NF E 48 614 This unit is tested before it leaves the factory to ensure total functionality and com...

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Page 5: ...e separation from the equipment along with basic information on subsequent processing or recycling prior to disposal of the equipment http www dpa system dk en WEEE Products Private or professional us...

Page 6: ...ons and components have to be removed from any separately collected WEEE Mercury containing components such as switches or backlighting lamps compact fluorescent lamps CFL Batteries Printed circuit bo...

Page 7: ...strument Description 6 5 Operation 7 5 1 General Operation 7 5 2 Performing a Test 8 5 3 Drying Oven Operation 12 6 Safety Features 13 6 1 Over Temperature Protection 13 6 2 Over Power Protection 13 7...

Page 8: ...K8853X Air Release Value Instrument Operation and Instruction Manual K8853X Manual 2...

Page 9: ...pport 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 servi...

Page 10: ...ly interrupt power whether equipment malfunction or operator error causes the temperature to exceed either 20 C above the set point or the maximum recommended temperature range The power can only then...

Page 11: ...turn goods to Koehler without written authorization 3 3 Setup Equipment Placement Make sure the instrument is placed on a firm level table The unit may be leveled by making minor turning adjustments t...

Page 12: ...spills and drips during the test It is removable for easy cleaning 8 Water Inlet This line is the water inlet to the jacketed test vessel 9 Sinker Warmer Air bath used to warm the sinker 10 Jacketed T...

Page 13: ...he main screen also shows the Water Tank Level the Setpoint Temperature of the Bath as well as the actual Bath Temperature Figure 5 Main Screen 2 Results The results tab is where you can find the stor...

Page 14: ...cket Summary Figure 10 Temperature Calibration 5 Maintenance The maintenance tab shows the overall instrument performance such as bath temperature air temperature water tank level mass reading pressur...

Page 15: ...will appear Follow the on screen instructions Pour 180mL of the hot sample into the test jar place the test jar onto the stage place and attach the temperature probe and hook the sinker onto the balan...

Page 16: ...bottom of the test jar The screen will now also show the mass of the sinker in the sample in kg Once the sinker is in the correct position select the Continue button at the bottom right corner of the...

Page 17: ...he Air Pressure as shown in Figure 23 Figure 23 Air Intrusion Time 9 After the set time has elapsed for air intrusion a message will appear warning Lift stage in motion Stay clear Once in position the...

Page 18: ...e for the oven to reach its maximum set temperature and to stabilize WARNING Do not use in the presence of flammable or combustible materials or explosive gases Do not use in the presence of pressuriz...

Page 19: ...lectrical conditions If power to the unit is lost then turn off the main power and turn it back on again The main power switch also functions as a circuit breaker 7 Maintenance WARNING Disconnect powe...

Page 20: ...Solid State Relay 4 32V 20A K88500 03032 Platinum Wire K88530 03509 Sinker 10mL K88530 03514 Sinker 5mL 425 200 005 Power Supply 12VDC 2 5A 30W 425 200 006 Power Supply 24V 13 4A 488 030 001 Heat Exch...

Page 21: ...umber Date of Shipment 10 Storage This laboratory test instrument is equipped with electrical components Storage facilities should be consistent with an indoor laboratory environment This testing equi...

Page 22: ...NY INC DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE Please save the shipping carton in the event the equipment needs to be r...

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