Summary of Contents for PCE Instruments KREBS PCE-RVI 5
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PCE Americas Inc. PCE Instruments UK Ltd. 711 Commerce Way Units 12/13 Suite 8 Southpoint Business Park Jupiter Ensign way FL-33458 Hampshire / Southampton United Kingdom, SO31 4RF From outside US: +1 From outside UK: +44 Tel: (561) 320-9162 Tel: (0) 2380 98703 0...
Please read this manual carefully and completely before you use the device for the first time. The device may only be used by qualified personnel and repaired by PCE Instruments personnel. There is no warranty of damages or injuries caused by non-observance of the manual.
Manual System description Display unit Engine shaft Spindle Small adaptor Big adaptor Supporting base for adaptors Adjustable feet...
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Manual Button description Display Enter button Start button Up button Stop button Down button Interface description RS 232 Power switch interface Mains connection Power switch, mains connection and RS 232 interface are located at the back of the viscometer.
Manual Set up the viscometer Level the viscometer It is very important that the viscometer is levelled properly when taking a measurement. Use the adjustable feet and a water level to do so. Power connection and printer connection As seen in chapter 4, the power connector is located at the rear side of the device. Plug in the mains cable and connect it to a power outlet.
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Manual Now you get to the sample wait time settings: Here you can adjust the time, which the spindle remains immersed in the fluid without any movement before starting the rotation. The fluid can stabilize during this period of time. By default, the sample wait time is set to 1 second.
Manual Measuring When you turn on the viscometer by pressing the power switch, you first see the information screen, followed by a working mode selection screen: Here you can choose between automatic measuring mode and manual measuring mode. Automatic measuring mode In automatic mode, the spindle goes down automatically to the lowest position possible when starting the measurement.
Manual If a printer is connected to the viscometer, you can now press Enter to print the results. Press the Stop button to return to the working mode selection. Note: If you use the included 600 ml beaker, we recommend filling it up to the 450 ml mark when working in automatic mode.
Manual Troubleshooting Problem Possible solution The viscometer does not work Check the power switch Check the mains connection The instrument does not show “zero” without any Check if the device is levelled properly fluids Contact our customer support Viscosity reading is unstable or inaccurate Check if device is levelled properly Check if the temperature of the sample is stable Check the characteristics of the sample to be...
Contact If you have any questions about our range of products or measuring instruments please contact PCE Instruments. PCE Instruments UK By post: PCE Instruments UK Ltd. Units 12/13 Southpoint Business Park Ensign Way. Southampton Hampshire United Kingdom. SO31 4RF...
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