3–8
To configure the compactor software for the diameter of the mold in
use, press 6 from the Change Settings menu on page 3–4. The
compactor displays:
-Mold Diameter-
1- 150mm
2- 100mm
3- 4in
Press the numeric key that corresponds to the desired mold
diameter. The compactor displays a brief confirmation message, and
then returns to the Mold Diameter menu shown above. Press ESC
to return to the Change Settings menu shown on page 3–4.
POST GYRATE DELAY
The Model 5850v2 provides the option for a five-minute delay upon
completing the compaction of a specimen. This delay maintains a
minimum pressure on the sample and allows low gyration
specimens to cool before the ram lowers.
Press SETUP button, and Change Settings.
To enable the Post Gyration Delay, scroll using the ↑↓ buttons, press
7 from the Change Settings menu. The compactor displays:
-Post Gyrate Delay-
1- Enable
2- Disable
3- Set Delay Time
Press 1 to enable the function and press 2 to disable it. The
compactor briefly displays the message Post Gyration Delay is
Enabled (or Disabled).