Cannon Instrument miniAV-X - Manual (Page 81)

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CANNON ® miniAV-X Automatic Viscometer with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual
Version 1.0b— March, 2012; CANNON ® Instrument Company
2139 High Tech Road • State College, PA 16803 • USA
Application compatibility The solvent used in a particular viscometer tube must be able to dry at
the test temperature of the tube (during the washing cycle). Choose the
appropriate solvent accordingly.
Checking solvent levels It is the responsibility of the operator to visually monitor the amount of
solvent remaining in the solvent container. Check the solvent container
liquid level frequently. When the solvent level drops to within 2.5-5.0 cm
(1-2") of the bottom of the solvent container, it should be refilled.
Filling the solvent container(s)
Check the volume of the solvent container(s) at the beginning of every
work shift to avoid inadequate washing during testing.
Solvent fill procedure 1. Remove the lid from the user-supplied solvent container.
NOTE Whenever performing solvent fill procedures, verify secure installation of
the 20-micron filter on the end of the solvent line to the miniAV-X instru-
ment.
WARNING Use appropriate precautions when handling the solvent lines. Avoid
spilling or splashing solvent. Always use appropriate MSDS procedures
when handling samples/solvents.
2. Refill the solvent container from the solvent source. Do not overfill!
3. Replace the weighted filter end of the miniAV-X solvent line in the
solvent container. Make certain the filter end is at the bottom of the
solvent container.
WARNING Waste sample/solvents can present possible environmental and health
hazards. Dispose of all waste materials in accordance with environmental
and safety regulations.
Emptying the Waste Receiver
Check the volume of the Waste Receiver frequently to avoid spillage/
overflow.
Procedure 1. Disconnect the Waste Receiver from the cap containing the drain
lines.
WARNING Use appropriate precautions when handling the drain tubes. Avoid
spilling or splashing waste material collected in the tubes. Always follow
appropriate MSDS procedures when handling samples/solvents.
2. Pour the collected solvent/sample mixture out of the Waste Receiver
into a proper waste storage container.
3. Securely reconnect the cap with drain tubes to the Waste Receiver.