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Operation
1. Turn on the Swell Meter. The switch for the first four channels is located
on the left (from front) back of the unit. The switch for channels 5 through
8 is located on the rear right (from front) side of the console.
2. Start the Swell Meter software as described on page 6.
3. Zero all of the channels you intend to test. See page 8 for instructions.
4. Start the test on each channel. See page 10 for instructions.
5. Immediately insert the testing fluid into the cup through the hole in the
cap. A 50 mL syringe, filled three times, is ideal for this application.
6. Insert the thermocouple through the hole in the cap.
7. Turn on (left knob) the heated magnetic stirrer. To heat the fluid sample,
turn the right knob and read the temperature in the “Temp” field in the
software.
The maximum temperature of the hot plate is 1,022°F (550°C), which is
well above the boiling point of water. Testing above the boiling point
could result in the fluid boiling out of the cup and splattering people
and equipment. We recommend a maximum test temperature of
200°F (93.3°C). A dial setting of 3 on the hotplate should be sufficient.
8. Stop each channel when the test on that channel is complete. See page
10 for instructions.
9. When all tests are complete, turn off the power to the Swell Meter, and
reset the knobs on the stirrers.
10. Disassemble the cup assembly and remove the sample from inside
the transfer stand. Note the condition of the wafer (appearance and
consistency).
11. Thoroughly wash and clean all components of the cup assembly.
