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Altana BYK byko-swing 5865 Operating Manual

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  • Page 1 Measure what you see byko-swing Pendulum Hardness Tester Operating Manual...
  • Page 2 BYK-Gardner GmbH © Copyright BYK-Gardner GmbH All rights reserved 302 500 060 E 2207 byko-swing...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    BYK-Gardner GmbH Table of Contents Table of Contents 1 Introduction..............................1.1 About this Document..........................1.2 Safety Information ..........................1.2.1 General Information ........................1.2.2 Symbols and Terms ........................1.2.2.1 Symbols........................1.2.2.2 Terms .......................... 1.2.3 Safety Instructions ........................1.2.3.1 Warning ........................1.2.3.2 Warning ........................
  • Page 4 Table of Contents BYK-Gardner GmbH 5.2 Firmware Updates ..........................28 5.3 Troubleshooting............................. 29 5.4 Technical Data ............................30 byko-swing 302 500 060 E 2207...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    • Application and Technical Seminars • Repair and Certification Service BYK-Gardner is part of Altana AG and a direct subsidiary of BYK, a leading sup- plier of additives for coatings and plastics. Together, we offer complete and unique solutions for you, our customer.

  • Page 6: About This Document

    1 | Introduction BYK-Gardner GmbH 1.1 About this Document This instruction manual is an important part of this instrument. It contains essential information about setting up, placing in service and use. If you pass the device on to another user, please ensure that the instruction manual is included with the in- strument.

  • Page 7: Symbols And Terms

    BYK-Gardner GmbH Introduction | 1 1.2.2 Symbols and Terms In this documentation following symbols and terms are used. 1.2.2.1 Symbols This symbol warns against physical injury or material damage. This symbol warns against electrical hazard. This symbol marks additional information. 1.2.2.2 Terms The term “Danger”...

  • Page 8: Safety Instructions

    1 | Introduction BYK-Gardner GmbH 1.2.3 Safety Instructions Make sure to observe the following safety instructions. 1.2.3.1 Warning Before starting, read the manual and follow the safety instructions and general in- formation. Unpack the instrument and check the delivery contents for completeness - refer to Delivery Contents [} 25].

  • Page 9: Warning

    BYK-Gardner GmbH Introduction | 1 1.2.3.3 Warning Before operating the instrument with the provided power supply, make sure the input voltage of the supply is the same as the mains voltage (refer to the type la- bel). Do not position the instrument at a location with direct sunlight. Do not position the instrument at a place where it is exposed to dust, heat or vi- brations.

  • Page 10: Copyright Information

    1 | Introduction BYK-Gardner GmbH 1.5 Copyright Information Specific properties and structural characteristics of the instrument are intellectual property of BYK-Gardner. The copyright of this manual remains with BYK-Gardner. This document must not be reproduced fully or in party, published or used for any other competitive purposes, no matter whether against payment or not, without prior written authorization from BYK-Gardner.

  • Page 11: System Description

    BYK-Gardner GmbH System Description | 2 2 System Description 2.1 Intended Use The byko-swing hardness tester is an instrument to determine the elastic hard- ness of coatings according to DIN EN ISO 1522 and ASTM D 4366. It consists of a sample holder where a pendulum freely swings on the sample surface and a counting device.

  • Page 12: Supported Features

    2 | System Description BYK-Gardner GmbH 2.2 Supported Features • Compliant with ASTM D4366 and ISO 1522 • Digital counter to display and record the test results • Selector switch to display either swings or seconds • Acoustical signal to notify operator the completion of test •...

  • Page 13: Getting Started

    BYK-Gardner GmbH Getting Started | 3 3 Getting Started 3.1 Overview of Parts Unpack the instrument and check for possible transport damage. Before starting make sure delivery is complete. 1 Bubble level 2 Leveling feet 3 Light barriers 4 Pins for pendulum 5 Protective cover 6 Automatic lifting table 7 Door sensor to ensure cover is...

  • Page 14: Setting Up The Instrument

    3 | Getting Started BYK-Gardner GmbH 3.2 Setting up the Instrument Pendulum hardness testers are as sensitive as precision balances. NOTICE A vibration free position on a special table suitable for balances is recommended. To setup the instrument: 1. Place the instrument on a vibration free surface. 2.

  • Page 15: Inserting The Pendulum

    BYK-Gardner GmbH Getting Started | 3 3.3 Inserting the Pendulum Place the pendulum exactly with the small holes on the tapered pins of the lifting table. The marking arrow on the bar of the pendulum must point to the front. CAUTION If pendulum is placed the wrong way, light barriers and counter are inoperable.

  • Page 16: Powering The Instrument

    3 | Getting Started BYK-Gardner GmbH 3.4 Powering the Instrument To switch the instrument on: 1. Check the connection of the power supply on the back site. 2. Switch the instrument on via button Power. 3. The status LED lights up green. To switch the instrument off: 1.

  • Page 17: Controlling The Instrument

    BYK-Gardner GmbH Getting Started | 3 3.5 Controlling the Instrument The instrument is operated by the buttons on the front panel: 1. Start/Stop 2. Signal 3. Modus 4. Enter 5. Power The status LED uses following colors: • None: Power off •...

  • Page 18: Setting Up The Sound

    3 | Getting Started BYK-Gardner GmbH 3.6 Setting up the Sound To setup the acoustic signal: 1. Press Signal multiple times to toggle through the settings, the LED lights up blue. 2. Following settings are available: – 5 sec. – 15 sec. –...

  • Page 19: System Operation

    BYK-Gardner GmbH System Operation | 4 4 System Operation The byko-swing hardness tester is delivered calibrated and ready for use. 4.1 Measurement Principle The instrument can measure according to "König" and to "Persoz". These mea- surement methods are defined by a starting angle, the amplitude to be reached by the pendulum and the resulting swings.

  • Page 20: Pendulum König (5856)

    4 | System Operation BYK-Gardner GmbH 4.1.1 Pendulum König (5856) Following rules apply for pendulum König: • Pendulum starting angle: 6° • Amplitude / light barrier: 3° For test results on the glass standard see Expected Results [} 24]. 4.1.2 Pendulum Persoz (5857) Following rules apply for pendulum Persoz: •...

  • Page 21: Measurement Modes

    BYK-Gardner GmbH System Operation | 4 4.2 Measurement Modes The following four measurement modus and corresponding outputs are available by pressing the button Modus (4). 3° König 3° König 4° Persoz 4° Persoz Swings Time Swings Time n = 000 T = 000 s n = 000 T = 000 s...
  • Page 22 4 | System Operation BYK-Gardner GmbH To perform a measurement: 1. Power on the instrument. 2. Place sample on the automatic lifting table. 3. Clean the balls of the pendulum with isopropanol. 4. Select appropriate method with button Modus, status LED lights up blue for Confirm.

  • Page 23: Testing The Instrument

    BYK-Gardner GmbH System Operation | 4 4.4 Testing the Instrument Pendulum and light barrier are adjusted at delivery. A periodical re-certification by authorized service personal is recommended for equipment monitoring. For periodical control of the instrument, it is recommended to measure once a week on the glass standard included in delivery.

  • Page 24: Expected Results

    4 | System Operation BYK-Gardner GmbH 4.4.2 Expected Results If the following values cannot be obtained, re-clean the glass panel and the balls of the pendulum, re-check that the glass panel is leveled, and re-test. Swings (n) Time (s) Pendulum hardness König 172 –...

  • Page 25: Appendix

    BYK-Gardner GmbH Appendix | 5 5 Appendix 5.1 Delivery Contents Product details see https://www.byk-instruments.com/c/p-44882. 5.1.1 Pendulum Tester König • Basic device (5865) • Pendulum König (5856) • Glass calibration standard • Protective cover acrylic glass • Power supply • Power cord EU •...

  • Page 26: Pendulum Tester Persoz

    5 | Appendix BYK-Gardner GmbH 5.1.2 Pendulum Tester Persoz • Basic device (5866) • Pendulum Persoz (5857) • Glass calibration standard • Protective cover acrylic glass • Power supply • Power cord EU • Power cord US • Safety Instructions •...

  • Page 27: Pendulum Tester König/Persoz

    BYK-Gardner GmbH Appendix | 5 5.1.3 Pendulum Tester König/Persoz • Basic device (5867) • Pendulum König (5856) • Pendulum Persoz (5857) • Glass calibration standard • Protective cover acrylic glass • Power supply • Power cord EU • Power cord US •...
  • Page 28 5 | Appendix BYK-Gardner GmbH 5.2 Firmware Updates On the back site the instrument provides a USB interface for updating the firmware of the operating system. You will receive software updates while we perform service on your instrument. You can find your nearest service point on our website: •...
  • Page 29 BYK-Gardner GmbH Appendix | 5 5.3 Troubleshooting Problem Cause Solution Counter does not work Pendulum not attached Attach pendulum with ar- properly. properly. row to the front. Balls of pendulum are Clean the polished balls dirty. of the pendulum. Message "Wrong pendu- Pendulum does not Choose correct modus or lum"...
  • Page 30 5 | Appendix BYK-Gardner GmbH 5.4 Technical Data Temperature 10° C to 40° C (50° F to 104° F) for operation Range 0° C to 60° C (32° F to 140° F) for storage Relative Humidity Up to 85% non-condensing at 35° C (95° F) Operation Up to 2000 m (6561 ft) Altitude...
  • Page 31 BYK-Gardner GmbH Notes 302 500 060 E 2207 byko-swing...
  • Page 32 Download your software from: https://www.byk-instruments.com/software Download your manual from: https://www.byk-instruments.com/p/5865 Find more information on our products and services: https://www.byk-instruments.com 302 500 060 E 2207...

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