Cannon miniAV-LT Quick Start Manual

MiniAV-LT Quick Start Guide
Introduction:
Thank you for purchasing the miniAV-LT low temperature automated viscometer – part of
the popular CANNON minAV family which includes the miniAV, the miniAV-HT and the
miniAV-X. This quick reference is intended to provide the operator with key information on
setting up and operating the miniAV-LT instrument.
• Function
• Specifications/Installation
• Calibrating
•
Running a Sample
Function
miniAV-LT Function
The miniAV-LT is a fully automated kinematic viscometer specially designed to handle the unique needs of low
temperature (sub-zero) kinematic viscosity determination of jet fuels, turbine lubricants, and hydraulic fluids. The
miniAV-LT offers ASTM D445 and D2532 precision. At the core of the instrument resides the miniAV instrument –
providing a familiar system and software user interface.
miniAV-LT Apparatus
The miniAV-LT test apparatus consists of the same three major units as the miniAV; the Bath Unit, the Power Supply,
and the Waste Receiver. The Air-Water Heat Exchanger is unique to the miniAV-LT. Refer to Figure 1 for a miniAV
assembled.
Air/Water Heat Exchanger
The Air/Water Heat Exchanger contains a radiator, fan(s), and water pump to circulate and cool a mixture of water and
ethylene glycol flowing through the hot side heat sinks surrounding the bath in the Control Unit. Circulation of the
mixture helps remove heat from the Control Unit bath.
Filling the Air/Water Heat Exchanger
Obtain a supply of quality automotive antifreeze (ethylene glycol) and mix it with water in a ratio of 30 percent
antifreeze to 70 percent water. Do not mix antifreeze types in the Air/Water Heat Exchanger. After the Exchanger
tubing connections are secured, pour this antifreeze/water mixture into the reservoir opening on the top of the
Air/Water Heat Exchanger until it is full (< 2 liters).
Warning: Ethylene glycol is a toxic substance. Use proper safety precautions
when handling and follow appropriate (M)SDS instructions.
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miniAV-LT Quick Start Guide
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