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  • Page 1 CAV®-2100/2200 Automatic Viscometer Instruction & Operation Manual...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Testing samples..................... 22 Pausing a test ......................24 Resuming a test ..................... 25 Aborting a test ...................... 25 ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g — May 2009; CANNON ®...
  • Page 4 Calibration ......................55 Service menu options ....................... 57 Testing samples—software options .................. 58 Entering sample ID information ................58 ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g — May, 2009; CANNON ®...
  • Page 5 Regulating solvent flow ..................80 Regulating vacuum ....................80 Adjusting pneumatic controls ................... 80 Dual-solvent washing ....................... 81 ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g — May 2009; CANNON ®...
  • Page 6 Configuring the Sample Data Export analysis ........... 108 10 VI DATA EXPORT ANALYSIS Configuring the VI Data Export Analysis ............114 11 ERROR DATA EXPORT ANALYSIS ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g — May, 2009; CANNON ®...
  • Page 7 Tools required ......................... 135 Procedural overview ....................... 135 Disassembly/removal procedure ..................135 Assembly procedure ....................... 136 INDEX ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g — May 2009; CANNON ® Instrument Company...
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  • Page 9: Introduction/Software Installation

    Method D 445. This method is required by the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) Engine Oil Viscosity Classifica- tion SAE J300. The CAV-2200 ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g — May, 2009; CANNON ®...

  • Page 10: Measuring Kinematic Viscosity

    Please observe the following safety procedures and notices for proper operation of the CAV: Make sure that your unit is operated only by qualified personnel. ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g —...
  • Page 11 (receptacle) which is also provided with a protective ground (earth) contact. Do not use an extension cord (power cable) without a protective conductor (grounding). ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g —...

  • Page 12: Specifications

    ) . c . t i ) " c i t ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g — May, 2009; CANNON ® Instrument Company...

  • Page 13: Viscpro ® For Windows

    Make certain that you complete the sections on checking instrument settings and initial calibration data. If you encounter difficulties at any stage in the installation process, call CANNON ® service at 814-353-8000.

  • Page 14: Running The Software

    ® status bar. The application window may have been preconfigured to include two child windows which can be opened and closed independently. The first ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g — May, 2009; CANNON ®...
  • Page 15 Sample Input window that describes your CANNON ® instrument and provides controls for running tests. The second is an Analysis window that presents data from CAV tests. The Sample Input window (note networked instrument tubes on tube tabs)

  • Page 16: Checking Configuration

    4. Click Manager. Do NOT enter a password! 5. Click OK. The Log In window will close automatically and you will be logged in as management personnel. ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g —...

  • Page 17: Checking Instrument Settings

    16 alphanumeric characters. The S/N: field (non-editable) indicates the four-digit serial number from the label on the CAV rear service panel. ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g — May, 2009; CANNON ®...

  • Page 18: Viewing/Editing Setup Information

    You can click on the tube tabs to see the setup information for each tube: 4. Click on the tube tab for Tube 1 (the tube on the left). ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g —...

  • Page 19: Manually Changing Tube Calibration Constants

    You can click on the tube spin controls to display current tube constants and valid check standard data available for calibration of each tube. ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g —...
  • Page 20 Make certain to click Update bulb after you have corrected C and E calibration values for each bulb BEFORE selecting the next tube and/or bulb. ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g —...
  • Page 21 Chapter 2. For additional details regarding operating procedures for your instrument or software, consult the appropriate section of this manual. ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g —...
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  • Page 23: Testing Samples With The Cannon Automatic Viscometer

    CANNON AUTOMATIC VISCOMETER This chapter of the manual will provide information on testing samples using the CAV-2100 or CAV-2200 instruments. Observe the safety cautions noted in the introductory chapter when operating equipment. The CAV should only be operated by qualified personnel.

  • Page 24: Inserting/Removing The Cav Reference Thermometer

    To remove the reference thermometer, permit the bath to cool below 80°C and reverse the above procedure. Use appropriate safety procedures when handling the thermometer assembly, as it contains mercury. ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g —...

  • Page 25: Local Mode Operation

    After the target temperature has been set, the CAV bath temperature will be adjusted to the target temperature and the bath will equilibrate at the test temperature. When the instrument has attained a temperature within ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g —...

  • Page 26: Preparing The Bath

    0.05°C of the target temperature, the current bath temperature will be displayed in large type (CAV-2100 only) on the display. Preparing the bath When operating in Local mode, visually check the condition of the viscometer tubes prior to initiating a sample run. If sample or solvent residue remains in the tube, use the Local mode options to wash and/or dry the tubes (see Chapter 5, Solvent wash by operator (Local mode)).

  • Page 27: Concluding A Test

    (where applicable) default instrument settings. NOTES Any incomplete keypad command sequence may be cancelled by pressing the keypad button that initiated the sequence. ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g — May, 2009; CANNON ®...

  • Page 28: Remote Operation (Computer-Controlled)

    When the instrument has attained a temperature within 0.05°C of the target temperature, the current bath temperature will be displayed in large type on the display for CAV-2100 models. NOTE Placing the instrument in Remote mode while the VISCPRO software is loaded will reset the bath temperature(s) to match the VISCPRO set- tings.
  • Page 29 . a t i t e c i r . a t i t e ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g — May, 2009; CANNON ® Instrument Company...

  • Page 30: Testing Samples

    View Instrument from the Main menu and selecting the desired instrument group from the list box (see Chapter 4 for more information). ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g — May, 2009; CANNON ®...
  • Page 31 After you have typed the sample ID, press the T key to save the entry and move the cursor to the next Sample ID field. Or press R to save the entry. ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g —...

  • Page 32: Pausing A Test

    NOTE If the test was paused prior to the initiation of the Wash cycle, drop time data for that sample will be discarded. ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g — May, 2009; CANNON ®...

  • Page 33: Resuming A Test

    (eight viscometers). The Machine Status window makes it possible to monitor the performance of all instruments in an Instrument Group simultaneously. ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g — May, 2009; CANNON ®...
  • Page 34 Here’s how it works: Just click Main/View Instrument from the VISCPRO II interface to open the View Instrument Group window, which displays all CANNON instrument types communicating with your computer. Then select the desired instrument group (all instruments in a single group communicate with the computer via the same COM port).

  • Page 35: Group Configuration

    Instruments to refresh communication with online instruments. Group configuration If your laboratory had 3 CAV-2100 instruments with RS-485 connec- tions, all could communicate with the computer via a single COM port, provided that they were all assigned different instrument addresses. Each instrument group provides its own Instrument View customized for that instrument type.

  • Page 36: Creating An Analysis

    12. Click OK. The analysis will be saved and data obtained during the selected time window will be displayed. ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g —...

  • Page 37: Calibrating The Cav

    CALIBRATING THE CAV Calibration is essential for the proper operation of the CAV. The CAV is ® calibrated before it is shipped to the customer. The CANNON represen- tative who sets up the CAV will calibrate it again after installation.

  • Page 38: Training Sensors

    CAV tests to perform the mathematical calculations necessary to derive new constants for each timing bulb of the viscometer tube. Then the program displays the new constants and computes a viscosity (in cSt) for ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g —...

  • Page 39: Calibration Procedure

    1.000 has not been accepted by the user), a yellow arrow (current sample) or red circle caution symbol will appear to the left of the sample ID: ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g —...
  • Page 40 8. Use the spin controls calibration. NOTE Standard viscometer tubes have three timing bulbs (fast-run tubes have two timing bulbs). ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g — May, 2009; CANNON ®...

  • Page 41: Saving A Calibration

    When calibration is complete, the calibration information is saved to the current instrument configuration and will be displayed in the Tray Settings: Tube and Bath window (see page 45). This calibration ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g —...

  • Page 42: Cav Calibration Equations

    The average of the two flow times is used as input data for the calibration program. ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g —...

  • Page 43: Using The Cav Software

    Because the VISCPRO ® software is security-protected, some docu- mented menu options may not be visible to technician-operators. ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g — May, 2009; CANNON ®...

  • Page 44: Main Options

    To use the View Instrument Group window to open the desired instru- ment group from the list, click the group name to select it; then click OK. ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g —...

  • Page 45: Security Options

    Procedure 1. Click Log In from Main. 2. Select the desired name from the drop-down list box. ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g — May, 2009; CANNON ®...
  • Page 46 Manager status is neces- sary to change Technician information. Service status is necessary to change Manager information. To obtain Service status, it is necessary to select user CANNON Instrument Company from the Log In window ® and to type in the current CANNON password.

  • Page 47: Adjusting Security Settings

    Windows print window. Then select print options for the currently-active analysis/report (see Analysis options). ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g — May, 2009; CANNON ®...

  • Page 48: Analyses Options

    Analysis, below, for more details. Report Title—opens the Designate Report Title window. Permits data entry of up to three lines of text for the report title. ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g —...
  • Page 49 Click the appropriate radio button . Then select the desired saved configuration (if any) and click OK: ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g — May, 2009; CANNON ®...

  • Page 50: Window Options

    Window from the VISCPRO ® primary display and select the desired instrument view OR right-click the appropriate group ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g — May, 2009; CANNON ®...

  • Page 51: Cav Module Menu Options

    Save Calibration Data window. Input the filename and location to save an electronic archive of your printed calibration information to disk. Then click Save to save the data, or Cancel to exit the Save Calibra- ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g —...
  • Page 52 Then click on the desired Restore ... options (see below) and click OK. ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g —...

  • Page 53: Instrument Settings

    CAV testing for some applications). The Synchronous Wash Only option is not available/ applicable with the CAV-2200 instrument. ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g —...

  • Page 54: Tray Settings: Tube And Bath

    If this option is checked, the CAV automatic determination will be preceded by an untimed sample drop, coating the inside of the capillary with the sample material. ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g —...
  • Page 55 The soak time is important to ensure temperature equilibration of the sample. Values between 5 and 255 seconds are acceptable (the default value is 120 seconds). ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g —...

  • Page 56: Tray Settings: Test

    Use greater option is checked. If Use greater is checked, then the software will apply the less exacting tolerance value when calculating/evaluating test results. ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g —...
  • Page 57 Select the determination option by clicking on the radio button corre- sponding to the appropriate determination method (Always perform maximum determinations, Use successive determinations only, or Use any determinations). ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g — May, 2009; CANNON ®...

  • Page 58: Tray Settings: Wash

    Tray Settings: Wash window. These settings determine the number of rinse cycles performed by the CAV instrument after each test. ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g — May, 2009; CANNON ®...
  • Page 59 Select a value from 15 to 300 seconds for this option. ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g —...

  • Page 60: Tray Settings: Advanced

    Advanced window used to define additional operational parameters for sample testing with the CAV instrument. Access to this window is reserved for Managers and CANNON Instrument Comapny service level personnel by the VISCPRO security system. Log in to access Advanced settings, which are determined individually for each tube.
  • Page 61 Use the Bulb Overdraw button/window to set the the amount of time in seconds that the instrument will draw sample AFTER the sample menis- cus has cleared the top sensor. ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g —...

  • Page 62: Saving A Configuration

    4. Click OK. If you clicked the check box to restore instrument, tray or sample settings, the current instrument will be updated with the selected settings. ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g —...

  • Page 63: Calibration

    Bulb selection: Viscometer bulbs are numbered from the bottom to the top of the viscometer tube. Use the spin controls to select the correct bulb for calibration. ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g —...
  • Page 64 ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g — May, 2009; CANNON ®...

  • Page 65: Service Menu Options

    Monitor The Monitor window permits the user to view current operational values for the CAV instrument. These settings may be helpful to CANNON ® technical personnel when troubleshooting difficulties with the CAV. Select Wash viscometer tube to open the Wash viscometer tube window and select the desired tube.

  • Page 66: Testing Samples-Software Options

    6. After the tray has been selected, click on the sample number in parentheses (or press 2) to access the sample ID field. ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g —...

  • Page 67: Selecting Sample Actions

    Paste Into Selected Samples—pastes selected sample IDs Sequential Sample IDs—Numbers selected samples automatically. Clear All Trays—Clears sample data for all trays. ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g — May, 2009; CANNON ®...
  • Page 68 2. Right-click any of the highlighted locations and select Sequential Sample IDs from the Sample Action popup. ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g — May, 2009; CANNON ®...

  • Page 69: Viscosity Action For Viscosity Standards

    Sample Action window. Then select Copy All Selected Samples from the menu options. OR you can use the C-C key combination. ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g —...

  • Page 70: Inserting/Deleting A Sample Id In The Test Sequence

    VI analyses to enable Viscosity Index (VI) calculation ® from sample data residing in the VISCPRO database. ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g — May, 2009; CANNON ®...
  • Page 71 The VI Matcher does not match invalid samples UNLESS the Allow Matching ... box is checked. The VI Matcher never matches unsuccess- ful samples (samples with no flow time and a displayed kinematic ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g —...

  • Page 72: Turning Off The Vi Matcher

    Fatal errors may be hardware-related, and can produce a FAULT condition (see Chapter 5, Handling fault conditions). ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g — May, 2009; CANNON ®...

  • Page 73: Configuring The Energy Saver

    To configure the Energy Saver, click Configuration and select the desired instrument. Then select the Energy Saver Configuration option. The Energy Saver Configuration window will open. Use a 24-hour ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g —...
  • Page 74 Energy Saver to function. The Disable Energy Saver check box option must be “cleared” before a new Configuration can be set for the selected day of the week. ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g —...
  • Page 75 Disabling the configurations deletes them from the computer memory. Once you save your changes, previous configurations cannot be recov- ered, but must be recreated. ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g — May, 2009; CANNON ®...
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  • Page 77: Operating, Maintaining And Servicing The Cav

    Local and Remote mode operation including sample testing, viscometer tube cleaning, and calibration. ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g —...

  • Page 78: Sdu-200 Solvent Dispensing System

    Nalgene (see weblinks below). http://www.justritemfg.com/containes.tpl http://www.nalgenelabware.com/products/productsIndex.asp The SDU will interface with the CANNON Service Unit (CSU) and the CAV instrument. Solvent system connections For information regarding solvent system connections, refer to the CAV Installation & Setup Guide. CSU-200 Service Unit The Service Unit (CSU-200) contains control electronics, vacuum pump and pressure regulators for air, solvent and vacuum.

  • Page 79: Viscometer Tubes

    (fast-run viscometer tubes contain three glass-bead thermistors). There are two viscometer tubes installed in each CAV-2100 temperature bath; one viscometer tube is installed in each CAV-2200 temperature bath. Tube thermistors The glass-bead thermistor is a precision sensor embedded in the viscom- eter tube.

  • Page 80: Fast-Run Viscometer Tubes

    C ° C ° Expansion vessel (CAV-2100 only) The CAV-2100 expansion vessel has been designed to hold excess liquid when the CAV is operating at high bath temperatures. The expansion ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ®...

  • Page 81: Filling The Bath

    5. Continue adding fluid until the liquid level rises to the cold fill level. For the CAV-2100, that level is even with the bottom of the top bath flange. For the CAV-2200 that level is about 2” or 5 cm below the top flange, and is marked by a decal fill line.

  • Page 83: Bath Fluid Safety Features

    Bath fluid safety features The CAV-2100 Bath Unit is equipped with a fluid level float suspended from the top bath flange at the front of the bath. If the bath fluid level drops to an unacceptable level, a fluid level float warning will abort bath operations until an acceptable bath fluid level is restored and the CAV is restarted.

  • Page 84: Splash Guards

    A dual-solvent washing system for cleaning more viscous samples from ® the viscometer tubes is available from CANNON ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g — May, 2009; CANNON ®...

  • Page 86: Waste Can

    To attach shroud adaptors, remove the blank plate from the top or desired side of the vent shroud. Then attach the adapter in its place. ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g —...

  • Page 87: Checking Bath Temperature

    NOTE Readjustment of the Service Unit regulators is seldom necessary unless the dial settings are outside the parameters outlined above. ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g — May, 2009; CANNON ®...

  • Page 88: Regulating Pneumatic Pressure

    CAV. These controls adjust the air pressure used to regulate the speed at which the mechanisms move. The following table provides an explanation of the function of each panel control: ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g —...

  • Page 89: Dual-Solvent Washing

    During the wash cycle, the Begin Wash button will change to Abort Wash. If it is necessary to interrupt the wash cycle, click Abort Wash. ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g —...

  • Page 90: Solvent Wash By Operator (Local Mode)

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  • Page 91: Wash Configuration Options (Remote Mode)

    4. Press and release the 1 key (Manual Fill). The vial of solvent will be raised into position. ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g — May, 2009; CANNON ®...

  • Page 92: Handling Fault Conditions

    To resume normal operation when possible, remove power from the instrument. Then turn the power back on to initiate the automatic start-up self-test sequence. Note any unusual indications during start-up. ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g —...

  • Page 93: Preventive Maintenance

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  • Page 94: Changing The Vacuum Pump Diaphragm

    1. Turn off the power switch for the CSU-200. 2. Remove the screws securing the top instrument housing to the frame, and lift the housing from the Service Unit. Set the housing aside. ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g —...

  • Page 95: Cav Repair/Replacement Kits

    (2) Fluid/Gas Solenoid Valve • (1) Pneumatic Solenoid Valve • (1) RTD Control Probe • (1) Over-Temp Thermistor • (1) Fluorescent Lamp • (1) Assorted Fuses, 9 types • (1) Assorted Tubing Kit (CAV-2100: part #P61.3413; CAV-2200: part #P61.5172—one per bath) ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ®...
  • Page 96 Tool kit The tool kit contains a variety of tools used to accomplish minor service and replacement procedures. Refer to your packing list for a description of kit components. Kit replacements may be purchased from CANNON ® (part #P61.3392). ®...

  • Page 97: Analysis Configuration Options

    OK, the analysis will be performed using the selected configuration settings. It will not be necessary to complete the remaining steps in this procedure. ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g —...

  • Page 98: Sorting Analysis Data

    Use the date filter to select date/time parameters for the analysis. To use the date filter, click the Date Filter tab from the analysis configuration window. ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g —...

  • Page 99: Using The Sample Filter

    To filter samples by instrument, tube serial number (S/N) or Sample ID, click the Sample Filter tab from the analysis configuration window. ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g — May, 2009; CANNON ®...
  • Page 100 AV%,40C% would display all samples beginning with AV or 40C. NOTE If no instruments/tubes/Sample IDs are selected, the analysis will display data for ALL instruments/tubes/Sample IDs. ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g — May, 2009; CANNON ®...

  • Page 101: Using The Report/Port Output Filter

    Or double-click the name of a preexisting configuration in the Existing Configurations list box to replace the existing configuration with the new configuration settings. 4. Click OK. ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g — May, 2009; CANNON ®...

  • Page 102: Deleting An Analysis Configuration

    Make certain that the Selection radio button has been selected from the Print range options. Then click OK to print to the selected printer. ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g — May, 2009; CANNON ®...

  • Page 103: Exporting Analysis Data

    These packages provide additional tools for configuration of report data for such functions as: Statistical Process Control Long-term Monitoring of Daily Check Standards ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g — May, 2009; CANNON ®...
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  • Page 105: Cav Data Table

    EXAMPLE: Four drop times: 80.3, 80.4, 80.5, 80.5 Maximum drop time = 80.5 Minimum drop time = 80.3 80.5 - 80.3 = 0.2 ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g — May, 2009; CANNON ®...

  • Page 106: Configuring The Cav Data Table

    3. Double-click Basic Package from the list of Available Analysis Packages. 4. Select CAV Data Table from the Basic Package report options. ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g — May, 2009; CANNON ®...
  • Page 107 Date/Sample filters Complete selection of Date/Sample filter options per the instructions in Chapter 6. ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g — May, 2009; CANNON ®...
  • Page 108 8. When you have completed the configuration, click OK. The program will prompt you to save the configuration. ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g —...
  • Page 109 Use the tiling options available from the Window menu to display multiple analyses in the desired window format (horizon- tal, vertical or cascade view options are available). ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g —...
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  • Page 111: Standard Vi Table Analysis

    Analysis window (see figure, next page) will appear. 3. Double-click VI Package from the list of Available Analysis Packages. ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g — May, 2009; CANNON ®...
  • Page 112 Date/Sample filters Complete selection of Date/Sample filter options per the instructions in Chapter 6. ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g — May, 2009; CANNON ®...
  • Page 113 8. When you have completed the configuration, click OK. The program will prompt you to save the configuration. ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g —...
  • Page 114 Use the tiling options available from the Window menu to display multiple analyses in the desired window format (horizon- tal, vertical or cascade view options are available). ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g —...

  • Page 115: Sample Data Export Analysis

    %Diff Flow—% difference in flow times (between drops) Formatting Options (Space, Carriage Return, Line Feed) and ASCII Codes—Permits additional user-controlled data formatting ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g — May, 2009; CANNON ®...

  • Page 116: Configuring The Sample Data Export Analysis

    Select Port window. Select the desired serial port(s) and/ or files for output and verify the configuration settings for each. Then Click OK. Added ports will be displayed in the port list box. ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g —...
  • Page 117 Click the buttons corresponding to the data types you wish to output on the report. As you do so, the appropriate coding for the output analysis will be inserted in the text box. ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g —...
  • Page 118 NOTES You may click Cancel from the Save Configuration window to exit without saving configuration changes. ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g — May, 2009; CANNON ®...
  • Page 119 Add Port list box prior to selecting output data and formatting options for that port. OUTPUT FOR EACH ADDED PORT MUST BE CONFIGURED SEPARATELY. ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g —...
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  • Page 121: Vi Data Export Analysis

    InstrType 1/InstrType 2—Instrument Type (from general configura- tion settings) for the low/high temperature sample ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g — May, 2009; CANNON ®...

  • Page 122: Configuring The Vi Data Export Analysis

    Chapter 6. Port Output Format filter b. To adjust other analysis configuration options, click the Port Output Format tab: ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g — May, 2009; CANNON ®...
  • Page 123 Then click the radio button corresponding to the desired locale format (U.S. or local). Your choice will determine the formatting of numeric data and dates. ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g —...
  • Page 124 8. When you have completed the configuration, click OK. Serial data will be routed to the appropriate ports/files and you will be prompted to save the configuration. ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g —...
  • Page 125 Add Port list box prior to selecting output data and formatting options for that port. OUTPUT FOR EACH ADDED PORT MUST BE CONFIGURED SEPARATELY. ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g —...
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  • Page 127: Error Data Export Analysis

    3. Double-click Data Export Package from the list of available analysis types. 4. Select the Error Data Export analysis option. ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g — May, 2009; CANNON ®...
  • Page 128 C key while clicking on each desired tube/instru- ment. ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g — May, 2009; CANNON ®...
  • Page 129 Configuring output d. Select the desired port/file for configuration by clicking the name of the port/file in the port list box. Then click the radio button ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g —...
  • Page 130 C -C), and paste (C C -V) keyboard combinations. In this way, format- ting data can easily be copied from one port configuration to another. ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g —...
  • Page 131 Configure Analysis from the Analyses menu and choosing the correct analysis. ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g — May, 2009; CANNON ®...
  • Page 132 Add Port list box prior to selecting output data and formatting options for that port. OUTPUT FOR EACH ADDED PORT MUST BE CONFIGURED SEPARATELY. ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g —...

  • Page 133: Error Log Table Analysis

    Analysis window will appear. 3. Select the Error Log Table from the list of analyses included in the Basic Package. ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g — May, 2009; CANNON ®...
  • Page 134 7. When you have completed the configuration, click OK. The program will prompt you to save the configuration. ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g — May, 2009; CANNON ®...
  • Page 135 Use the tiling options available from the Window menu to display multiple analyses in the desired window format (horizon- tal, vertical or cascade view options are available). ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g —...
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  • Page 137: Using The Database Manager

    The Database Manager interface ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g — May, 2009; CANNON ®...

  • Page 138: Archiving Old Data

    The database must first be archived (see previous page) or copied to the desired location BEFORE using Change Data- base Directory. ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g — May, 2009; CANNON ®...

  • Page 139: Importing Archived Data

    When you have completed database management procedures, click Exit to exit from the Database Manager program. Or just close the Database Manager window ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g — May, 2009; CANNON ®...
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  • Page 141: Replacement Parts List

    CHAPTER REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST CAV-2100 Following is a list of CAV-2100 replacement parts and service kits ® available from CANNON Instrument Company. Replacement fuses are initially provided with your CAV-2100 instrument. It may be desirable for some users to maintain additional components in inventory.
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  • Page 143: Cav-2200

    Thermometer top plug 6. Loosen the two opposing 0.05" Allen screws securing the thermom- eter adaptor plate to the connector on the thermometer wire cable. ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g —...

  • Page 144: Assembly Procedure

    5. Restore power to the CAV-2200 and load the VISCPRO controlling software to begin testing samples. The replacement procedure is complete. ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g — May, 2009; CANNON ®...
  • Page 145 Instrument Settings window 9 Database Manager 129 archiving old data with 130 Keypad options 21 changing the database location 130 ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g — May, 2009; CANNON ®...
  • Page 146 Wash Configuration 83 Sequential numbering of samples 61 Waste Can 70 Sequential Sample IDs 60 emptying 70 ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual CANNON Version 2g — May, 2009; CANNON ® Instrument Company...
  • Page 148 CANNON INSTRUMENT COMPANY® 2139 High Tech Road | State College, PA 16803 | USA 800-676-6232 | 814-343-8000 | Fax: 814-353-8007 sales@cannoninstrument.com | www.cannoninstrument.com...

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