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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.
The following steps are to be done once the cell has been prepared and
installed properly:
1. Turn the “Mode” switch to the “UCA” position.
2.
In the software, fill out the test information required for the test.
3.
Select a temperature profile for the test (see page 14).
4. Make sure the Pressure Release valve is completely closed (clockwise).
5. Turn the “PRESSURE UP” switch to the “Manual” or “Auto” position
depending on the user’s test preference. See page 13.
6. Turn the “COOL” switch to the “Manual” or “Auto” position depending on
the user’s test preference. See page 13.
7. Turn the “HEAT” switch to the on position.
8. Verify that all of the switches on the control panel are in the proper
positions for the test and click the “START TEST” button in the software.
Edit information about the test or continue with the test procedure by
pressing “OK”. See page 22.
When you click the “OK” button, the test will begin.
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/in. If it is less than 10 µs/in.:
a. Wait a few minutes to see if the problem corrects itself.
b. If the transit time remains below 10 µs/in., 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 10B 2 (ISO Standard 10426-2).