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L-K Industries Benchmark C User Manual

L-K Industries Benchmark C
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To set the standard for
MANUFACTURING QUALITY and customer
service in the PETROLEUM TESTING industry.
BENCHMARK C MANUAL
Heated Laboratory Centrifuge
Demand a higher standard.
L-K INDUSTRIES
Petroleum Testing Equipment Suppliers Worldwide Since 1930
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L-K Industries Benchmark C Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandL-K Industries
ModelBenchmark C
CategoryLaboratory Equipment
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Certifications

Limited Product Warranty

Outlines the terms and conditions for product defects and repairs.

Contact Information

Provides contact details including main line, tech helpline, fax, email, address, and website.

Getting Started

Introduction and Safety Precautions

Covers the centrifuge's intended use, assembly, features, and essential safety guidelines for operation.

Specifications

Equipment Ratings

Details electrical input, maximum temperature, and current protection ratings.

Environmental Ratings

Specifies conditions for use, including indoor-only, altitude, and humidity limits.

Applicable Testing Standards

Lists various ASTM and API standards the centrifuge is designed to meet.

Applicable Safety Standards

Enumerate safety certifications and standards such as UL, CSA, and ISA.

Installation and Warnings

Installation

Guides on securing the centrifuge to a benchtop and ensuring proper working clearance.

Warnings

Lists critical safety warnings regarding solvent exposure, explosion hazards, and unbalanced tubes.

Electrical Connection

Wiring Diagrams

Illustrates wiring diagrams for 120VAC and 240VAC models, emphasizing hard-wiring and circuit breakers.

Operation

Loading and Powering On

Details powering the unit, inserting samples, and initiating motor operation.

Heated Operation

Explains how to preheat the unit and set the operating temperature for optimal performance.

Operation Details

Changing Temperature Set Point

Provides step-by-step instructions for adjusting the temperature controller settings.

High Temperature Protection

Describes the safety mechanism that shuts off heaters if the bowl temperature exceeds limits.

Timed Operation

Explains how to use the countdown timer for timed centrifuge runs.

Motor Operation

Motor Operation Details

Covers starting, stopping, speed adjustment, and emergency shutdown procedures for the motor.

Emergency Shutdown Procedures

Details the use of the emergency motor off switch and subsequent reset procedures.

Sample Loading Precautions

Advises caution during sample loading/unloading and using the emergency switch.

Maintenance

Replacement Parts & Repair Services

Information on purchasing parts and utilizing the in-house repair service.

Housekeeping

Guidelines for cleaning the unit, inspecting parts, and replacing cushions after tube breakage.

Fuses

Explains the purpose of fuses and how to replace them safely.

Troubleshooting

Common Issues

Lists common problems like vibration, broken tubes, and screen malfunctions.

Motor Issues

Addresses problems with the motor not running, stalling, or not reaching speed.

Heaters & Temperature Controller Issues

Troubleshoots issues with temperature display drops and thermal switch trips.

Lid and Door Assembly Issues

Identifies potential failures in the lid/door locking mechanism and their causes.

Appendices

RCF/RPM Conversions

Provides a table for converting Revolutions Per Minute (RPM) to Relative Centrifugal Force (RCF).

Appendix B: Wiring & Assembly Diagrams

Appendix C: Programming Overviews

Lists available programming diagrams for temperature, RPM, and timer settings.