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Operation
Completing the Test
1. If you are using the Benchtop Consistometer software, click “Stop Test”. If
not, press and hold the “RUN/HOLD” button on the temperature controller
until the “Run” and “Hold” lights are both off.
2. Turn off the “Heat” and “Pump” switches and turn on the “Cool” switch.
Make sure the water supply is turned on.
3. As the test cell cools, watch the pressure carefully. As long as the
temperature is over 180°F (82.2°C), make sure the pressure is at least
1,000 PSI (6,900 kPa).
4. Once the test cell has cooled, turn off the“Cool” and “Motor” switches.
5. Open the Pressure Release valve (counter-clockwise) all the way.
Always release the pressure very slowly to avoid pulling cement into
the plumbing.
6. Once the cell pressure reaches 0, turn the “15 VDC” switch off.
7. Slowly turn the “Oil Reservoir Valve” to “Vent”.
8. Open the “Air To Cylinder” valve (counter-clockwise). Air pressure will
force the oil back into the reservoir. You will hear a hissing sound as air is
released. When the hissing sound stops, close the valve (clockwise).
9. Carefully unscrew and remove the thermocouple.
Keep a rag or paper towel handy in case extra oil leaks from the cell.
10. Unscrew and remove the cell cap. Remove the potentiometer and slurry
cup.
11. Return the cell cap to the test cell to prevent dust and other material from
entering the cell. Close all valves and turn off all switches.
