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UCA
Starting the Test
Use of this equipment in a manner not specified by the manufacturer
may impair the protections provided by the equipment.
1. Set up the test in the software (page 12) or in the onboard display
2. Create a Test Profile in the software (page 18) or in the onboard display
3. Define any events (page 22) or calculated values (page 23) in the
software.
4. Assemble the test cell (page 33), load it into the heating jacket, and
make all the necessary connections (page 36).
Make sure the thermocouple is not tightened completely.
5. Slowly turn the Water Supply valve to “Fill”.
6. Watch for water to leak from the thermocouple. When the water starts to
leak, immediately tighten the thermocouple with a wrench to seal the cell.
This will ensure that all air has been purged from the cell.
7. Set the “HEAT”, “COOL”, and “PRESSURE” switches to “AUTO”.
8. Turn the Water Supply valve to “OPERATE”.
9. Click or touch the “Start Test” button.
Solid particles and air bubbles within the cement slurry can adversely
affect the results of your test. The first Transit Time reading should be at
least 10 µs. If it is less than 10 µs:
a. Wait a few minutes to see if the problem corrects itself.
For typical slurries, the problem should correct itself in about five min-
utes. More advanced slurries may take several minutes longer.
b. If the transit time remains below 10 µs, restart the test by clicking
“Stop Test” and then “Start Test”.
c. If the problem persists, remix the slurry and start the test again.
To avoid this problem, carefully follow the mixing procedure in API
Specification 10.