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Operation
Completing the Test
When the slurry consistency reaches the maximum consistency set in the
options (see page 18), the heater, motor, and pump will automatically turn
off and the cooling system will turn on. The red light on the Status Indicator
will turn on and an alarm will sound. To acknowledge the alarm, touch the
alarm icon on the onboard display.
1.
Turn the MOTOR and HEAT switches off.
2. Wait for the cell to cool. When the cell has cooled, turn the PUMP switch
off and slowly open the Pressure Release valve.
Never release pressure while the temperature is above 190°F.
If the pump switch is in the automatic position, the consistometer will
maintain pressure above 5,000 PSI as long as the temperature above
190°F.
Always release the pressure
very slowly
to avoid pulling cement into the
plumbing.
3. Turn the FILL/DRAIN CELL switch to DRAIN. This will allow air into the
test cell and force the oil back into the reservoir.
4. When you hear air venting from the Consistometer, turn the FILL/DRAIN
CELL switch off.
5. Remove the thermocouple from the cell cap.
6. Unscrew the cell cap and remove it from the test cell.
7. Remove the potentiometer and the slurry cup from the test cell.
8.
Turn the COOLING switch off.
9. Return the cell cap to the test cell to prevent dust and other material from
entering the cell. Turn the MAIN POWER switch off.
