Multi Station
Vicat Test Apparatus
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1 Basic instructions
1.1 Designation
Designation of the device:
Please see the nameplate on the Vicat Apparatus, which shows the
complete characteristic data and the electric properties of the sys-
tem.
1.2 Purpose for which this system was designed
This Operating Manual contains the information required for operation of the products described here, for
the purpose for which they have been designed. This Operating Manual is intended to be used by technically
qualified staff only.
“Technically qualified staff” is defined as those persons who – as a result of their training; their experience;
the instructions which they have received; as well as their knowledge of the relevant standards, regulations,
accident-prevention regulations, and conditions of product operation in the company
– have been authorized
by the person responsible for the safety of the company equipment to carry out the activities and actions
required for operation of the equipment described below, and who can recognize and prevent any possible
dangers arising from such operation (this definition of technically qualified staff has been provided in IEC
364).
The User must observe the requirements and limit values, as well as all safety instructions, given in this
Operating Manual. Any use of this device not in accordance with these stipulations shall be considered to
be in violation of the use for which this system was intended. If this device must be operated under special
conditions, or with special modes of operation, then this shall be authorized only after consultation with the
manufacturer, and after obtaining his prior and express approval.
The apparatus serves exclusively to measure the setting times of cement. The beginning and end of the
setting process are determined from the way in which a steel needle penetrates into a cement sample man-
ufactured under specific conditions.
Caution!
The instructions provided in this operating manual concern only the correct use of the
system. To perform the test correctly, the user must observe the specific norms for
the test.
1.3 Improper use and safety notices
The apparatus is built to the state of the art and recognised technical rules. Despite this, dangers to life and
limb of the user or third parties or damage to parts of the apparatus or other property can arise during
operation.
Do not disassemble the apparatus and do not attempt to repair or modify it.
Operate the product within the specified supply voltage range.
Do not operate the product in places exposed to icing, heat radiation, condensation, corrosive gasses, vi-
brations or heavy blows, and places with high air humidity and temperature fluctuations.
Caution
The mixing of cement with water causes the release of alkaline substances. In work-
ing with concrete, it is essential to take all necessary precautions to prevent dry ce-
ment from entering the eyes, mouth, or nose. Use protective clothing to prevent skin
contact with wet cement or concrete. If cement or concrete enters the eyes, immedi-
ately and carefully wash out the eyes with clean water. Seek medical help immedi-
ately. Skin or tissue exposed to moist concrete, has to be washed immediately.
The operator must make sure that no other person is, put at risk. Only trained operators may use the device
unsupervised.
If any faults or damage to the apparatus impair its operational safety, it must be put out of operation imme-
diately, and only used again after all hazards have been eliminated.
