Instruction Manual
Table Of Contents
- TABLE OF CONTENTS
- I. INTRODUCTION 3
- I.1 Components
- I.2 Options
- I.3 Viscometer Specifications
- I.4 Can Specifications
- I.5 Utilities
- I.6 Printer Connection
- II. OPERATION 6
- II.1 Set-Up
- II.2 Taking Measurements
- II.3 Troubleshooting
- Appendix A - KU-1+ Calibration Information
- Appendix B - References
- Appendix C - Warranty Repair and Service
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has been put into the container, the surface of the fluid will be at the immersion mark of
the spindle.
CAUTION: When using the 1/2 pint can, do not lower the spindle directly into the
container. The narrow diameter of the can requires the spindle to be intro-
duced at an angle. Tilt the 1/2 pint can while lowering the viscometer.
8) The spindle will begin to rotate once the handle is within
1/2 inch of the lowest position.
9) Wait 5 seconds for the display reading to stabilize. A
display of "----" indicates an over-range condition. If a
printer is being used, these dashes will print in place of KU
and gm data (Figure 7).
10) Move the Hold Reading Switch to the down position to "Hold" the display. If a printer is
connected, a string of data will print as soon as the Hold reading switch is moved to the
down position (Figure 7).
11) Raise the handle to the top position. This stops the spindle from rotating.
Note: When using 1/2 pint cans, you must lift the can and then tilt slightly to remove the
spindle.
12) Loosen the thumb screw and remove spindle for cleaning.
Note: Do not remove the thumb screw. If dropped, it may fall into the sample.
II.3 Troubleshooting
If the operating handle is in the DOWN position and the display locks up and/or the spindle
does not rotate the following should be checked:
• Be sure the HOLD switch is in the UP position. If the hold switch was in the DOWN
position prior to engaging the operating handle, dashes (——) or the previous reading may
appear in the display.
• The KU-1+ requires a shutdown (power off) period of at least 15 seconds before it can be
operated properly. If the unit had previously been turned off and immediately turned back on
(without a 30 second shutdown period) both the display and rotation may temporarily lock
up.
If you experience these problems, simply raise the operating handle, turn the unit off and wait a
minimum of 30 seconds before turning the power back on.
Figure 7
123g 66.1KU
----g ---.-KU