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- Page 1 K23702, K23708, K23792, K23798, K23802, K23892 Kinematic Viscosity Bath, KV4000 & HKV4000 service | innovation | technology REV K-A...
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- Page 3 Operation and Instruction Manual ERTIFICATE OF ONFORMANCE Constant Temperature Kinematic Viscosity Bath, KV4000 & HKV4000 K23702, K23708, K23792, K23798, K23802, K23892 This certificate verifies that part numbers K23702, K23708, K23792, K23798, K23802, K23892, Constant Temperature Kinematic Viscosity Baths, were manufactured in conformance with the applicable standards set forth in this certification.
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- Page 5 Responsibility for Registration and Annual Reporting: Koehler will not sell directly to end users in the EU and so has no responsibility to register within each EU state and to make annual reports. Koehler declares that this responsibility is born by the importer who is the first level of the distribution chain and is subject to producer responsibility.
- Page 6 Recycling is free of charge. Shipping is the responsibility of the end users. Whether shipping to a distributor or to Koehler directly, safe, properly declared, and labeled packaging and shipping expenses are the sole responsibility of the end user.
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Page 7: Table Of Contents
KV4000 & HKV4000 Kinematic Viscosity Bath Operation and Instruction Manual Table of Contents 1. Introduction 1.1. Koehler’s Commitment to Our Customers 1.2. Recommended Resources and Publications 1.3. Instrument Specifications 2. Safety Information and Warnings 3. Getting Started 3.1. Packing List 3.2. -
Page 8: Introduction
Providing quality testing instrumentation and technical support services for research and testing laboratories has been our specialty for almost 100 years. At Koehler, the primary focus of our business is providing you with the full support of your laboratory testing needs. Our products are backed by our staff of technically knowledgeable, trained specialists who are experienced in both petroleum products testing and instrument service to better understand your requirements and provide you with the best solutions. -
Page 9: Instrument Specifications
KV4000 & HKV4000 Kinematic Viscosity Bath Operation and Instruction Manual 1.3. Instrument Specifications 12” Bath Models: K23702 Standard (KV) 115V 60Hz 12.6A 12” Bath K23792 Standard (KV) 220-240V 50/60Hz 7.2A 18” Bath K23708 Standard (KV) 115V 60Hz 12.6A 18” Bath... -
Page 10: Packing List
KV4000 & HKV4000 Kinematic Viscosity Bath Operation and Instruction Manual 3.1. Packing List • KV4000 Kinematic Viscosity Bath or HKV4000 High Temperature Kinematic Viscosity Bath • Seven (7) Viscometer Port Covers • KV4000/HKV4000-Manual KV4000 & HKV4000 Operation and Instruction Manual 3.2. -
Page 11: Setup
Equipment Placement: Make sure the instrument in placed on a firm, level table in an area with adequate ventilation or in a hood. The unit may be leveled by making minor turning adjustments to the feet located at the base of the unit. Please note that Koehler does not supply a level with this equipment. -
Page 12: Descriptions
Pt-100 RTD probe for precise temperature measurements and digital temperature controller calibration. If the controller needs to be calibrated, then please contact the Koehler technical service department. 6. Viscometer Ports: The viscometer, once engaged into the assembly, is placed into the bath through the viscometer ports on top of the instrument. -
Page 13: Accessories For Running Tests
Glass Capillary Viscometer Tubes for KV4000 & HKV4000 Koehler offers a full selection of glass capillary kinematic viscometers, which are ordered separately from the KV4000 & HKV4000 instruments, for measuring kinematic viscosity of liquid products as per ASTM D445 and related standard test methods. - Page 14 60 to 300 378-005-C03 100,000 Viscometer Holders Koehler offers a wide range of viscometer holders for use with the KV4000 & HKV4000 instruments. The correct holder must be used with the corresponding viscometer tube for proper operation: Viscometer Tube Type Corresponding Holder Cannon®-Fenske Routine...
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Page 15: Temperature Controller
Menu/OK Call up main menu, switch to submenu/level, switch to editing mode, exit editing mode confirming changes. IMPORTANT NOTE: The digital temperature controller has been pre-programmed specifically for this instrument at the Koehler factory. Please do NOT attempt to re-program the controller as this may cause undesired operation and will void the product warranty. -
Page 16: Operation
KV4000 & HKV4000 Kinematic Viscosity Bath Operation and Instruction Manual Press the Menu/OK key two times until PCt is displayed in the upper white display. Press the DOWN key. CAL will display on upper white display. If there is a value observed in the upper white display, add it to the calculated difference obtained in the previous step. -
Page 17: Start Up
KV4000 & HKV4000 Kinematic Viscosity Bath Operation and Instruction Manual NOTE: Do not attempt moving the bath when filled with fluid medium. Drain all fluid before moving or relocating the instrument. See section 7.2 of this document. Sudden starting and stopping could result in hot bath fluid being forcefully ejected from the bath. - Page 18 KV4000 & HKV4000 Kinematic Viscosity Bath Operation and Instruction Manual Start / Stop. Pressing the green start button will start the time, beginning a test. A single press of the red stop button will stop the time and a resulting viscosity value will automatically be calculated and displayed. Holding the red stop button for 2 seconds or more will reset the time and viscosity data.
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Page 19: Test Procedure
5.4. Test Procedure A quick guide for operating the KV4000 & HKV4000 Kinematic viscosity baths are given below. Use this guide along with an applicable standardized test procedure listed in section 1.2 of this document when performing Kinematic viscosity testing. -
Page 20: Safety Features
TIME 2 will stop. The status will change from RUN 2 to DONE and the viscosity value will automatically be calculated and displayed. 6. Safety Features The KV4000 & HKV4000 Kinematic Viscosity Baths are equipped with several safety and protection features, which are described in the following sections. -
Page 21: Over-Power Protection
6.2. Over-Power Protection The KV4000 & HKV4000 Kinematic Viscosity Baths are equipped with Over-power Protection circuitry, which prevents the unit from unsafe electrical conditions. If power to the unit is lost, then turn off the main power and turn it back on again. The main power switch also functions as a circuit breaker. -
Page 22: Draining / Changing Bath Medium
KV4000 & HKV4000 Kinematic Viscosity Bath Operation and Instruction Manual 7.3. Draining / Changing Bath Medium WARNING: Do not begin draining the bath medium until it has reached ambient temperature. NOTE: When a decision is made to discard this material, dispose of this material and its container to a hazardous of special waste collection point. -
Page 23: Changing Bath Lamp / Bulb
KV4000 & HKV4000 Kinematic Viscosity Bath Operation and Instruction Manual 16. With the top assembly resting on its back, it is now possible to clean the heating coils, stirrer blade and rod and other components that have been in contact with the bath medium during operation. -
Page 24: Wiring Diagram
KV4000 & HKV4000 Kinematic Viscosity Bath Operation and Instruction Manual 8. Wiring Diagram 8.1. K23702, K23708 (KV 115V) Wiring Diagram - 18 -... - Page 25 KV4000 & HKV4000 Kinematic Viscosity Bath Operation and Instruction Manual 8.2. K23792, K23798 (KV 230V) Wiring Diagram - 19 -...
- Page 26 KV4000 & HKV4000 Kinematic Viscosity Bath Operation and Instruction Manual 8.3. K23802 (HKV 115V) Wiring Diagram - 20 -...
- Page 27 KV4000 & HKV4000 Kinematic Viscosity Bath Operation and Instruction Manual 8.4. K23892 (HKV 230V) Wiring Diagram - 21 -...
- Page 28 KV4000 & HKV4000 Kinematic Viscosity Bath Operation and Instruction Manual 8.5. Temperature Controller Configuration - 22 -...
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Page 29: Troubleshooting
WARNING: Troubleshooting procedures involve working with high voltages and/or temperatures which may result in personal injury or death and should only be performed by trained personnel. Please do not hesitate to contact Koehler for assistance. 9.1. Unit does not power-up •... -
Page 30: Warranty
We, at Koehler, would like to thank you for your equipment purchase, which is protected by the following warranty. If within one (1) year from the date of receipt, but no longer than fifteen (15) months from the date of shipment, Koehler equipment fails to perform properly because of defects in materials or workmanship, Koehler Instrument Company, Inc. - Page 31 KV4000 & HKV4000 Kinematic Viscosity Bath Operation and Instruction Manual Notes - 25 -...
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