Menu options ..........................12 Warranty ......................... 13 Products Limited Warranty ......................13 Reagent and Chemical Warranty ....................13 Returning a Product to CANNON ....................13 Required Information ......................14 Hazardous Materials ........................ 14 Shipping Notification ....................... 14 Cannon Instrument Company® | Contents...
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List of Figures Figure 1: Assembled TE-DPV ......................6 Figure 2: TE-DPV Close Up of Back ..................... 6 Figure 3: TE-DPV front panel ......................8 Figure 4: Sample cup with liquid level at fill line ................. 9 List of Tables Table 1: Related documents ......................
Theory of Operation The CANNON TE-DPV is designed to measure viscosity of asphalt emulsions, residual oils, slurries, paints, marine fuels, and other similar materials between 30 and 3000 mPa·s (cP) at temperatures of 25 °C, 40 °C, 50 °C, 60 °C, and 70 °C. The TE-DPV can also be used for other applications consistent with its temperature control and viscosity measurement capabilities, including the ASTM D244 consistency test.
Make sure that you read and understand all operating instructions and safety precautions listed in • this manual before installing or operating your unit. If you have questions regarding instrument operation or documentation, contact Cannon Instrument Company. • Do not deviate from the installation, operation, or maintenance procedures described in this manual.
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If the TE-DPV will not be used for an extended period, unplug the power cord from the wall outlet. • To disconnect the power cord, pull it out by the plug. Never pull the cord itself. • Refer all service and repairs to qualified personnel. ~MAINS symbol indicates the connections for the power input.
TE-DPV® Asphalt Operation Manual Unpacking and Assembly Unpacking and Inspecting Unpack and inspect the CANNON® TE-DPV and all accessories as soon as they are received. Caution: Many components are fragile. Use caution when moving and handling the TE-DPV and accessories.
4. Connect the TE power supply to the DC power input on the back of the thermoelectric cooler (round plug). 5. Verify that the TE control cable (white cable) is plugged into the TE UNIT connector. 6. (Optional) Connect the optional printer to the RS-232C connector.
Connecting (optional) Printer A compact dot matrix printer is available from CANNON (P/N: 82.0067). Note: Serial data output: 9600 baud/19.2K/38.4K/76.8K, 8 data bits, no parity, one stop bit; RS-232C DCE with x-on, x-off flow control. Contact CANNON for instructions on changing the serial port communication speed.
Enter sample density to display SET DENS viscosity in cSt (mm²/s) Select measurement units and MENU access to temperature and viscosity calibration Confirm entry of a parameter ENTER Figure 3: TE-DPV front panel Cannon Instrument Company® | Operating the TE-DPV...
6. Raise the tray until the bearing contact the stop collar on the rail. 7. Lock the tray into position by turning the knob clockwise until the tray is secure. 8. Carefully place the sample cover over the cup. This is required for good temperature control. Cannon Instrument Company® | Operating the TE-DPV...
Running a test Once a test is started, all testing functions of the TE-DPV are automatic. The instrument heats the sample to the test temperature. The current and target test temperatures display on the front panel. When the TE-DPV temperature probe senses that the sample temperature is within one-tenth of a degree of the target temperature, the instrument begins timing the test run and sampling of viscosity.
6. Empty the used sample from the sample cup into an appropriate waste container. 7. Wipe out the cup with an absorbent towel. If necessary, use an appropriate solvent to completely clean the cup. Cannon Instrument Company® | Operating the TE-DPV...
Do not attempt to service the TE-DPV beyond the basic instructions provided in this manual. The TE-DPV is factory calibrated to ensure accurate temperature and viscosity reading. If results cannot be verified with a viscosity standard, recalibration may be required. Contact Cannon Instrument Company for further information.
Company to conform to the weight, specifications and standards stated on the package. Returning a Product to CANNON Before returning a CANNON product for repair or service, make every attempt to identify the problem. If, after careful checking, the problem remains unidentified or unsolved, telephone Cannon Instrument Company (or the local service agent) to consult with a product specialist.
Please contact CANNON before returning a product that could possibly contain hazardous material. Shipping Notification Products returned without CANNON’s prior authorization, will not be accepted. The customer may be billed a testing fee if a product is returned to CANNON and found to be working properly. | TE-DPV® Asphalt Operation Manual...
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