Unpacking; Assembly; Viscometer Mounting - Ametek BROOKFIELD HPQA Series Operation Instructions Manual

UNPACKING

We recommend our customers to save the packaging material and reuse it while shipping for servicing/repairs. Check
carefully to see that all the components are received with no concealed damage:
• 1 Base, GV-1201, with 2 Leveling Screws
• 1 Upright Rod with attached HPQA
• Power Supply, HP-2010
• Power Cord, Varies by Region
• T-bar Spindles with case, SST (threaded) or SSTM (magnetic)
ASSEMBLY (REFER TO FIGURES A-1)
• Remove the base assembly from the carton
• Remove the flanged screw from the upright rod
• Prop the Helipath head and extruded rod up on the foam as shown below
• Align the keys on the base with the slots of the extruded upright rod
• While holding the rod and base together, insert the flanged bolt with washer as shown and
tighten securely with a 3/8" wrench or socket
• Stand the Helipath Quick Action stand up and place on a level surface

VISCOMETER MOUNTING

• Insert the Viscometer or Rheometer mounting handle into the hole (with the cut-away
slot) in the clamp assembly. Slide the handle as far back as it will go and visually align the
Viscometer/Rheometer head with the extruded rod
• Tighten clamp with star knob to secure instrument in the Helipath Quick Action Clamp. Do
Not Overtighten!
• Turn on the instrument and follow the instructions for leveling. Use the leveling screws to
"fine" adjust the Viscometer level
Note:
If the Digital Viscometer cannot be leveled, verify that your upright rod is properly aligned
and fastened to the base.
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