Humboldt H-4122 QuarterMaster Hot Asphalt Mix Sample Splitter User Manual
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Additional H-4122 Quartermaster™ Splitter Information:
For further reductions in sample size, use two opposite corners, combine in hopper and
repeat splitting process until the desired fraction is reached 1/8, 1/16, 1 /32, etc. For
easier clean-up of Hot-Mix asphalt samples, apply a coat of release agent on all surfaces
that are likely to come in contact with the asphalt. Please make sure release-agents used,
are approved for use with asphalt and do not change the characteristics of the mix being
tested.
Warnings
1) Asphalt paving materials can be hot, please use extreme caution, and always wear
protective clothing and safety equipment to prevent burns and serious injury.
2) Always practice proper lifting techniques when handling large samples.
3) Use caution when opening the hopper door to prevent injuries from pinching action of
the 0hopper door and the release handle mechanism
Proper attention to safety is the responsibility of the operator.