USTER HVI SPECTRUM - Calibration Procedures for Micronaire

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HVI SPECTRUM Instruction Manual
Uster Technologies, Inc. Chapter 4
Calibration • Page 4-12
9. Continue the process by following the on-screen messages to test
the high-Micronaire sample.
10. Once all tasks have been completed as directed by the on-screen
prompts, select the SAVE AND EXIT button. You can interrupt the
calibration process by pressing the EXIT button.
3.2.1 Calibration Procedures for Micronaire
To begin the calibration:
1. Select the START button located at the bottom left of the
MICRONAIRE CALIBRATION SCREEN.
2. Follow the on-screen instructions given in the “Procedure
Steps” window by placing 10.0 grams of low-Micronaire cotton
on the balance.
3. When the sample weight is within range, the weight is displayed
in the “Weight [grams]” field on the HVI SPECTRUM TESTING
screen.
Note: It is extremely important that the weight of the cotton is precise
and the ENTIRE weighed sample is placed in the Micronaire
chamber.
4. Insert the weighed sample into the Micronaire chamber and close
the lid. The Micronaire test will begin automatically.
5. The chamber lid will open once the test is completed and the
sample is ejected from the chamber.
6. The Micronaire value will be displayed in the “Low MIC Std.
Value” field.
7. Continue the process of testing the High-Micronaire sample by
following the on-screen messages.
8. The Micronaire value will be displayed in the “High MIC Std.
Value” field.