Cannon CAV 4.2 - Run a sample test (VISCPRO II)

CAV® 4.2 Operator's Manual, Rev. 2.0
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Operating the CAV 4.2 CANNON®
Run a sample test (VISCPRO II)
This procedure details how to run and configure various kinematic viscosity tests on the
CAV® 4.2 using VISCPRO II software.
1. Verify that the CAV® 4.2 is running and has achieved steady-state temperature in each
bath to be used.
• The status window displays IDLE. During warmup, SEEKING TEMPERATURE will be
displayed.
• The current temperature and target temperature icons are green, indicating that the
bath has been temperature calibrated at that temperature. If any other condition is
indicated, refer to Calibrate temperature.
• The tube sensor icons are all grey, indicating that the sensors are trained and
uncovered. If any other condition is indicated, refer to Train sensors.
2. Connect VISCPRO II to the CAV® 4.2:
a. Start VISCPRO II on the PC.
b. On the CAV 4.2 GUI, touch the Local Mode/Remote Mode button to toggle the
instrument state. The icon will turn green to indicate that the CAV 4.2 has found
VISCPRO II.
c. In the VISCPRO II Menu, click Main > Poll for Instruments. If an instrument is
located, an associated message box will be added to the status bar on the bottom of
the VISCPRO II window.
d. Click Main > View Instrument and select the CAV® 4.2 instrument group. The CAV
4.2 Instrument window opens.
Note: Do not overfill the vials or your sample may overflow when the
vial is raised into position and the viscometer tube displaces some
sample.
3. Follow your laboratory practices to prepare 10 mL samples and load the vials into the
carousel. 10 mL is half a vial.