Troxler 4140 User Manual

Model 4140
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EXTRUDING A SPECIMEN
Allow the specimen to cool before extrusion.
To extrude a specimen,
✓ Slide the bottom of the mold into the top of the extruder (see
Figure 4-2).
✓ Turn the black knob on the extruder clockwise until it stops.
✓ Slide the extruder handle onto the shaft on the front of the
extruder.
✓ Use the handle to pump the extruder until the top of the puck is
flush with the top of the mold.
✓ Slide the asphalt specimen off the puck.
✓ Lower the extruder by turning the black knob on the extruder
about 1/2-turn counterclockwise.
✓ Slide the mold out of the extruder.
✓ Remove the specimen papers from the specimen.
✓ Clean the mold, puck, and loading head with a degreasing
cleaner.
✓ Remove the handle.
4. MAKING A SPECIMEN

Troxler 4140 Specifications

General

Brand	Troxler
Model	4140
Category	Laboratory Equipment
Language	English