Brookfield RVDV-I+ User Manual

Brookfield Engineering Laboratories, Inc. Page 1 Manual No. M/92-021-N0902
BROOKFIELD DIGITAL VISCOMETER
MODEL DV-I+
Operating Instructions
Manual No. M/92-021-N0902
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SPECIALISTS IN THE
MEASUREMENT AND
CONTROL OF VISCOSITY
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Brookfield RVDV-I+ Specifications

General

Brand	Brookfield
Model	RVDV-I+
Category	Measuring Instruments
Language	English

Summary

I. Introduction

I.3 Specifications

I.4 Set-Up

Provides step-by-step instructions for assembling the laboratory stand and mounting the viscometer.

I.5 Safety Symbols and Precautions

Explains safety symbols and lists essential precautions for operating the instrument safely.

I.6 Key Functions

II. Getting Started

II.1 Auto Zero

II.2 Spindle Selection

Explains how to select and set the appropriate spindle for viscosity measurements.

II.3 Speed Selection & Setting

Details how to select and set the desired rotational speed for the viscometer.

II.8 Operation

II.9 Timed Modes for Viscosity Measurement

II.9.2 Timed Stop

II.9.3 Time to Torque

Appendix A - Cone/Plate Viscometer Set-Up

A.1 Electronic Gap Setting Features

A.2 Setup

Details the setup procedure for cone/plate viscometers, including water bath connection.

A.3 Setting the Gap

Provides steps to set the precise 0.0005 inch gap for cone/plate measurements.

A.4 Verifying Calibration

Outlines how to verify calibration using viscosity standard fluids with cone/plate setups.

Appendix B - Viscosity Ranges

Appendix D - Spindle and Model Codes

Appendix E - Calibration Procedures

Appendix J - Fault Diagnosis and Troubleshooting