Brookfield DV-I Viscometer User Manual

BROOKFIELD DIGITAL VISCOMETER
MODEL DV-I+
Operating Instructions
Manual No. M/92-021-O604
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SPECIALISTS IN THE MEASUREMENT AND CONTROL OF VISCOSITY
BROOKFIELD ENGINEERING LABORATORIES, INC.
11 Commerce Boulevard, Middleboro, MA 02346-1031 USA
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800-628-8139 or 508-946-6200 FAX 508-946-6262
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
I. INTRODUCTION ....................................................................................... 3
I.1 Components ..................................................................................................................... 4
I.2 Utilities ............................................................................................................................ 4
I.3 Specifications .................................................................................................................. 5
I.4 Set-Up.............................................................................................................................. 5
I.5 Safety Symbols and Precautions ..................................................................................... 6
I.6 Key Functions.................................................................................................................. 7
I.7 Cleaning........................................................................................................................... 8
II.GETTING STARTED ................................................................................. 9
II.1 Auto Zero......................................................................................................................... 9
II.2 Spindle Selection ........................................................................................................... 10
II.3 Speed Selection & Setting ............................................................................................. 12
II.4 Autorange ...................................................................................................................... 13
II.5 CGS or SI Units Selection ............................................................................................. 13
II.6 Temperature Display in °F or °C Selection ................................................................... 14
II.7 Out of Range.................................................................................................................. 14
II.8 Operation ....................................................................................................................... 15
II.9 Timed Modes for Viscosity Measurement (available in instruments with V3.0 or greater).............................15
Appendix A - Cone/Plate Viscometer Set-Up.............................................................................. 20
Appendix B - Viscosity Ranges ................................................................................................... 24
Appendix C - Variables in Viscosity Measurement ..................................................................... 28
Appendix D - Spindle and Model Codes ..................................................................................... 30
Appendix E - Calibration Procedures .......................................................................................... 32
Appendix F - Special Speed Sets................................................................................................. 39
Appendix G- Communications.................................................................................................... 40
Appendix H - Laboratory Stand with Parts Identification ........................................................... 41
Appendix I - DVE-50 Probe Clip ............................................................................................... 43
Appendix J - Fault Diagnosis and Troubleshooting.................................................................... 44
Appendix K - Warranty Repair and Service................................................................................. 46
Appendix L - Viscosity T est Report............................................................................................. 49
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I. INTRODUCTION

The Brookfield DV-I+ Viscometer measures fluid viscosity at given shear rates. Viscosity is a measure of a fluid’ s resistance to flow . You will find a detailed description of the mathematics of viscosity in the Brookfield publication “More Solutions to Sticky Problems” a copy of which was included with your DV-I+.
The principle of operation of the DV-I+ is to drive a spindle (which is immersed in the test fluid) through a calibrated spring. The viscous drag of the fluid against the spindle is measured by the spring deflection. Spring deflection is measured with a rotary transducer. The measurement range of a DV-I+ (in centipoise or milliPascal seconds) is determined by the rotational speed of the spindle, the size and shape of the spindle, the container the spindle is rotating in, and the full scale torque of the calibrated spring.
There are four basic spring torque series offered by Brookfield:
Spring Torque
Model dyne-cm milli Newton-m
LVDV-I+ 673.7 0.0673 RVDV-I+ 7,187.0 0.7187 HADV-I+ 14,374.0 1.4374 HBDV-I+ 57,496.0 5.7496
The higher the torque calibration, the higher the measurement range. The viscosity measurement range for each torque calibration may be found in Appendix B.
All units of measurement are displayed according to either the CGS system or the SI sys­tem.
1. Viscosity appears in units of centipoise (shown as “cP”) or milliPascal-seconds (shown as
mPa•s) on the DV-I+ Viscometer display.
2. Torque appears in units of dyne-centimeters or Newton-meters (shown as percent “%”) in
both cases) on the DV-I+ Viscometer display.
The equivalent units of measurement in the SI system are calculated using the following conver­sions:
SI CGS
Viscosity: 1 mPa•s = 1 cP Torque: 1 Newton-m = 107 dyne-cm
References to viscosity throughout this manual are done in CGS units. The DV-I+ Viscometer provides equivalent information in SI units.
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I.1 Components

Component Part Number Quantity
DV-I+ Viscometer varies 1 Model S Laboratory Stand Model S 1 Spindle Set with Case varies 1
LVDV-I+ set of four spindles or (SSL) 1 RVDV-I+ set of six spindles (#2 through #7) (SSR) 1 HA/HBDV-I+ set of six spindles (#2 through #7) (SSH) 1
For cone/plate versions, a spindle wrench, one cone spindle and sample cup, Part No. CPE-44Y replace the spindle set.
Shipping Cap B-30-2 1 Power Cord DVP-65 1 Guardleg
(not supplied with HA/HB or Cone/Plate versions)
LVDV-I+ B-20Y 1 RVDV-I+ B-21Y 1
Carrying Case DVE-7Y 1
The following applies to DV-I+ Viscometers with the temperature probe option. Look for this symbol throughout this manual for instructions pertaining specifically to DV-I+ Viscometers with temperature probe option.
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RTD Temperature Probe DVP-94Y 1 Probe Clip DVE-50A 1
Please check to be sure that you have received all components and that there is no damage. If you are missing any parts, please notify Brookfield Engineering or your local Brookfield agent immediately. Any shipping damage must be reported to the carrier.

I.2 Utilities

Input Voltage: 115 VAC or 230 VAC Input Frequency: 50/60 Hz Power Consumption: 22 WATTS
Power Cord Color Code:
United States Outside United States
Hot (live) Black Brown Neutral White Blue Ground (earth) Green Green/Yellow
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I.3 Specifications

Speeds: LVDV-I+: 0.0, 0.3, 0.6, 1.5, 3, 6, 12, 30, 60, 0.0, (rpm) 0.5, 1, 2, 2.5, 4, 5, 10, 20, 50, 100
RV/HA/HBDV-I+: 0.0, 0.5, 1, 2, 2.5, 4, 5, 10, 20, 50, 100,
0.0, 0.3, 0.6, 1.5, 3, 6, 12, 30, 60
Weight: Gross Weight 20 lb 9 kg
Net Weight 17 lb 7.7 kg Carton Volume 1.65 cu ft 0.05 m
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Temperature Sensing Range: -100°C to +300°C (-148°F to +572°F)
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Operating Environment: 0°C to 40°C Temperature Range (32°F to 104°F)
20% - 80% R.H.: non-condensing atmosphere
Analog Torque Output: 0 - 1 Volt DC (0 - 100% Torque)
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Analog Temperature Output: 0-4 Volt DC (10 mV/°C)
Viscosity Accuracy: ±1% Full Scale Range in Use (See Appendix E for details) Viscosity Repeatability: 0.2% of Full Scale Range in Use
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Temperature Accuracy: ±1°C: -100°C to +149°C
±2°C: +150°C to +300°C
Electrical Certifications: Conforms to CE Standards for: Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC), Low Voltage
(LVD) and Safety Requirements for electrical equipment for measurement control and laboratory use.
Certified to the applicable CSA and ANSI/UL Standards, for use in Canada and the United States.
Installation Category II, Pollution Degree 2, Altitude 2000m (max).

I.4 Set-Up

1) To assemble the Model S Laboratory Stand, place the upright rod into the base (refer
to assembly instructions in Appendix H). The rack gear and clamp assembly should face the front of the base. The upright rod is held in place with a screw which is attached from the bottom of the base. Tighten this screw with a screwdriver.
2) Insert the mounting rod on the back of the DV-I+ Viscometer into the hole on the
clamp assembly. Be sure that the clamp screw, VS-41Y, is loose.
3) Tighten the VS-41Y clamp screw. Adjust the Viscometer to be as close to level as
possible while tightening the clamp screw.
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4) Connect the optional RTD temperature probe to the temperature port rear panel of the DV-I+, if provided.
5) The Viscometer must be level. The level is adjusted using the two Leveling Screws
(VS-3) on the base. Adjust so that the bubble level on top of the DV-I+ is centered within the circle. Check level periodically during use.
6) Make sure that the AC power switch at the rear of the DV-I+ is in the OFF position.
Connect the power cord to the socket on the back panel of the instrument and plug it into the appropriate AC line.
The AC input voltage and frequency must be within the appropriate range as shown
on the name plate of the viscometer. The DV-I+ must be earth grounded to ensure against electronic failure!
7) For Cone/Plate models, refer to Appendix A.

I.5 Safety Symbols and Precautions

Safety Symbols
The following explains safety symbols which may be found in this operating manual.
on the
Indicates hazardous voltages may be present.
Refer to the manual for specific warning or caution information to avoid personal injury or damage to the instrument.
Precautions
If this instrument is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the protection provided by the instrument may be impaired.
This instrument is not intended for use in a potentially hazardous environment.
In case of emergency, turn off the instrument and then disconnect the electrical cord from the wall outlet.
The user should ensure that the substances placed under test do not release poisonous, toxic or flammable gases at the temperatures to which they are subjected to during the testing.
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I.6 Key Functions

Figure I-1 shows the control keys on the face of the DV-I+ Viscometer. The following describes each key's function.
UP ARROW
This key is used to scroll UP (in an increasing value direction) through the available speed or
MOTOR ON/OFF
AUTO
RANGE
spindle tables.
DOWN ARROW
This key is used to scroll DOWN (in a decreasing value direction) through the available speed or spindle tables.
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Note: Pressing and holding the DOWN ARROW key
during the POWER ON will enable the temperature display to be read in °C or °F. See Section II.1.
MOTOR ON/OFF
MOTOR ON/OFF
Turns the motor ON or OFF.
SET
SPEED
SET SPEED
Causes the DV-I+ to begin running at the currently selected speed. Used for Time to Torque and Timed Stop tests. (See Section II.9 - Timed Modes for Viscosity Measurement.)
AUTO
RANGE
AUTO RANGE
Presents the maximum (100% torque) viscosity attainable (known as full scale range) for the spindle speed selected. This feature is functional when the motor is running. Viscometer allowable error is 1% of the maximum (100% torque) viscosity value; minimum recommended viscosity range is 10% of the maximum viscosity value.
SET
SPEED
Figure I-1
SELECT
SELECT
SPINDLE
SPINDLE
Note: Pressing and holding the AUTO RANGE key during power on will enable the
viscosity display to be changed between CGS and SI units (see Section II.5).
SELECT
SELECT SPINDLE
SPINDLE
SELECT SPINDLE
Initiates spindle selection on the first press and then selects the currently scrolled-to spindle when pressed a second time. Used for Time to Torque and Timed Stop tests. (See Section II.9 - Timed Modes for Viscosity Measurement.)
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I.7 Cleaning

Instrument and Keypad: Clean with dry, non-abrasive cloth. Do not use solvents
Immersed Components (spindles): Spindles are made of stainless steel. Clean with non-abra-
Be sure to remove spindle from instrument prior to cleaning. Severe instrument damage may result if cleaned in place.
or cleaners.
sive cloth and solvent appropriate for sample material that is not aggressive to immersed components.
When cleaning, do not apply excessive force which may result in bending spindles.
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II. GETTING STARTED

II.1 Auto Zero

Before readings may be taken, the Viscometer must be Autozeroed. This action is performed each time the power switch is turned on. The display window on the Viscometer will guide you through the procedure as follows:
Turn the power switch (located on the rear panel) to the ON position. This will result in the following screen display:
BROOKFIELD DV-I+ RV VISCOMETER
Figure II-1
After a few seconds, the following screen appears:
BROOKFIELD DV-I+ VERSION 5.1
Figure II-2
No key press is required at this point. After a short time, the display will clear and the following will be displayed:
REMOVE SPINDLE PRESS ANY KEY
Figure II-3
After removing the spindle and pressing any key , the DV-I+ begins its Autozero. The screen will flash “Autozeroing”. Note: Be sure that the viscometer is level before initiating Autozero.
After approximately 15 seconds, the flashing stops and the following screen appears:
REPLACE SPINDLE PRESS ANY KEY
Figure II-4
Pressing any key at this point results in the display of the DV-I+ default screen:
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cP 0.0 S01
0.0RPM % 0.0
(without Temperature Probe)
Spindle Selected
Calculated Viscosity (cP or m•Pas)
Speed
cP 123E3 70.1°F
0.0RPM % 0.0
(with Temperature Probe)
Figure II-5
Temperature (if available) % T orque
The display will vary slightly depending upon the status of the last spindle entry.
NOTE: If the viscosity value exceeds 99,999, scientific notation is used. In FigureII-5, the
viscosity value is 123,000 cP.

II.2 Spindle Selection

LVDV-I+ V iscometers are provided with a set of four spindles and a narrow guardleg; RVDV-I+ Viscometers come with a set of six spindles and a wider guardleg; HADV-I+ and HBDV-I+ V iscometers come with a set of six spindles and no guardleg. (See Appendix E for more informa­tion on the guardleg.)
The spindles are attached to the viscometer by screwing them on to the lower shaft. Note that the spindles have a left-hand thread. The lower shaft should be held in one hand and lifted up. The spindles should be screwed to the left. The face of the spindle nut and the matching surface on the lower shaft should be smooth and clean to prevent eccentric rotation of the spindle. Spindles can be identified by the number on the side of the spindle nut.
The DV-I+ requires a Spindle Entry Code number to calculate viscosity values. The two digit entry code for each spindle may be found in Appendix D.
NOTE: The DV-I+ will remember the Spindle Entry Code which was in use when power
was turned off.
II.2.1 Spindle Selection for Models WITHOUT Temperature Display
Pressing the SELECT SPINDLE key will cause the characters on the top line of the display to begin to blink . It will blink for about three seconds. If the UP or DOWN ARROW keys are pressed (while
SS
S is blinking) the two character spindle value to the right of the
SS
SS
S character will begin to
SS
change (in either an increasing or decreasing direction depending upon which ARROW key is pressed) for each press of the key. If the ARROW key is pressed and held, the display will scroll through the spindle codes for as long as the ARROW key is depressed. When it reaches the last item in the list (either at the top or bottom of the list) the spindle code displayed will “roll-over” to either the first or last spindle code and the scroll action will continue.
When the desired spindle code is displayed, release the ARROW key to halt further scrolling. Press the SELECT SPINDLE key once again. This will cause the
SS
S character to cease blinking and
SS
the new spindle code will be accepted for use in viscometer calculations.
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NOTE: You have approximately three seconds in which to press the SELECT SPINDLE
key before the blinking stops. If you fail to press the SELECT SPINDLE key before the blinking stops you will have to repeat the above steps and re-select the desired spindle.
The DV-I+ will begin to calculate using the new spindle parameters as soon as the SELECT
SPINDLE key is pressed the second time.
II.2.2 Spindle Section for Models WITH Temperature Display
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The steps for selecting and accepting a spindle entry are the same as Section II.2.1 except that
SELECT SPINDLE is depressed, the temperature display is temporarily replaced by the spindle
when entry code until the entry code is accepted (Figure II-6):
cP 123.4 SP31 10 RPM % 89.7
Figure II-6
Once the spindle entry code is accepted, the screen will return to the default display:
cP 0.0 70.1°F
0.0RPM % 0.0
Figure II-7
The DV-I+ may also be programmed at Brookfield Engineering for “special” user spindles. These “special” spindles will show up on the spindle scroll list starting with the designation "AA" and continuing through "AZ". Contact Brookfield Engineering regarding your needs for special spindles.
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II.3 Speed Selection & Setting

Table II-1 shows the available speed selections.
DV-I+ SPEEDS SETS
LV RV/HA/HB
Beginning
0.0 0.0
Beginning
0.3 0.5
When scrolling
“UP”
0.6 1.0
1.5 2.0
When scrolling
“UP”
3.0 2.5
6.0 4.0
12.0 5.0
30.0 10.0
60.0 20.0
0.0 50.0
0.5 100.0
1.0 0.0
2.0 0.3
2.5 0.6
4.0 1.5
5.0 3.0
10.0 6.0
20.0 12.0
50.0 30.0
100.0 60.0
Table II-1
The DV-I+ may also be programmed with “special” speed sets. A list of special speed sets is included in Appendix F. Please consult Brookfield Engineering or your local dealer/distributor for any special speed requirements not addressed by the standard or special speed sets.
To select a viscometer speed first press either the UP or DOWN ARROW keys which will cause the area to the right of RPM (on the bottom line) to display the currently selected speed. Figure II- 8 shows the DV-I+ had been operating at 10 RPM, and the current selected speed is 10 RPM.
cP 872.0 S01
Operating Speed
10RPM10 % 87.2
Figure II-8
If the ARROW key is pressed just once and then released, the characters seconds, then will cease blinking resulting in no change to the speed entry.
NOTE: The speed selection process remembers the last value of scrolled-to speed so that
the next time you initiate a speed change (by pressing an ARROW key), the DV­I+ will begin its scroll display from the last entered value.
The last-scrolled-to speed does not necessarily have to be the same as the speed at which the
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Flashing “Selectable” Speed
RPMRPM
RPM will blink for three
RPMRPM
DV-I+ is currently running. The user may operate at a given speed and pre-set the DV-I+ to the next desired speed before that speed will be used. For example, if the DV-I+ is currently running at 10 RPM and was previously scrolled to 20 RPM, a single press of either ARROW key would result in the Figure II-9 screen display:
cP 872.0 S01
Operating Speed Scrolled to Selected Speed
Pressing the SET SPEED key would cause the DV-I+ to begin running at 20 RPM. Pressing the MOTOR ON/OFF again immediately starts the DV-I+ running at the last scrolled-to-
speed. If you had been running at 10 RPM, pressed I+ by pressing
MOTOR ON/OFF once again, you would again be running at 10 RPM. However , if
while the motor was off you had scrolled to a new speed of 20 RPM, pressing the MOTOR ON/OFF key would start the DV-I+ running at 20 RPM.
NOTE: During both spindle or speed selection and scrolling operations, the DV-I+ will
continue to calculate and display viscosity (cP) and torque (%).
10RPM20 % 87.2
Figure II-9
MOTOR ON/OFF and then re-started the DV-

II.4 Autorange

The AUTO RANGE key allows you to determine the maximum calculated viscosity (full scale reading) possible with the current spindle/speed setting. Pressing the key at any time will cause the current viscosity display to change and show that maximum viscosity. The screen torque display will now display a flashing “%100.0” to indicate this special condition. This maximum viscosity and flashing %100.0 value will be displayed for as long as the AUTO RANGE key is depressed. Figure II-10 shows the AUTO RANGE function for the situation where the No. 1 RV spindle is rotating at 10 RPM. The full scale range is 1000 cP (or 1000 mPa.s).
NOTE: If the motor is off or the RPM is 0.0, the maximum viscosity displayed will be 0.0
cP (or 0.0 mPa.s).
cP 1000 S01 10RPM %100.0
Figure II-10

II.5 CGS or SI Units Selection

Pressing and holding the AUTO RANGE key during power on will enable the viscosity display to be read in either CGS or SI units. To change the unit format:
1. Turn the power off.
2. Press and hold the AUTO RANGE key and turn the power ON.
The DV-I+ will retain the unit selection when the viscometer is turned OFF.
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CGS SI
Viscosity cP mPa.s

II.6 Temperature Display in °F or °C Selection

Pressing and holding the DOWN ARROW key during power on will enable the temperature display to be read in either degrees Fahrenheit or degrees Centigrade. To change the units format:
1. Turn the power OFF.
2. Press and hold the DOWN ARROW key and turn power ON.
The DV-I+ will retain the unit selection when the viscometer is turned OFF. The following screen depicts the changes to the default screen when displaying temperature in
the Fahrenheit scale and viscosity display in SI units:
mPas123.4 70.1°F 10 RPM % 89.7
Figure II-11

II.7 Out of Range

Brookfield recommends taking viscosity readings between 10% and 100% of scale. The DV-I+ gives indications for out of specification or out-of-range operation. When % (Torque) readings exceed 100.0 % (over-range), the display changes to that shown in Figure II-12:
cP EEEE S01 10 RPM % EEEE
Figure II-12
You must change either speed or spindle to correct this condition. If you operate at spindle speeds that produce % (T orque) below 10.0 % (under-range), the DV -I+ flashes both % (Torque) and cP (Viscosity) on and off:
cP 78.0 S01 10RPM20 % 7.8
Figure II-13
Negative % (Torque) will be displayed as shown in Figure II-14:
cP ---- S01 10RPM20 % -0.2
Figure II-14
Viscosity values will be displayed as “- - - -” when the % (Torque) is below zero.
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II.8 Operation

The following procedure is outlined for making a viscosity measurement in a 600 ml low form Griffin beaker.
1. Mount the guardleg on the DV-I+ Viscometer (LV and RV series). Attach the spindle to
the lower shaft. Lift the shaft slightly, holding it firmly with one hand while screwing the spindle on with the other (note left-hand thread). Avoid putting side thrust on the shaft.
2. Insert and center spindle in the test material until the fluid's level is at the immersion groove in the spindle's shaft. With a disc-type spindle, it is sometimes necessary to tilt the spindle slightly while immersing to avoid trapping air bubbles on its surface. (You may find it more convenient to immerse the spindle in this fashion before attaching it to the Viscometer.)
3. To make a viscosity measurement, select the desired speed setting. Allow time for the indicated reading to stabilize. The time required for stabilization will depend on the speed at which the Viscometer is running and the characteristics of the sample fluid. For maximum accuracy, readings below 10% should be avoided. Additional information on making viscosity measurements is available in Appendix C or the Brookfield publication “More Solutions to Sticky Problems”.
4. Press the
MOTOR ON/OFF key to turn the motor “OFF” when changing a spindle or
changing samples. Remove spindle before cleaning. Clean spindles after use.
5. Interpretation of results and the instrument's use with non-Newtonian and thixotropic materials is discussed in the booklet, “More Solutions to Sticky Problems”, and in Appendix C, Variables in Viscosity Measurements.

II.9 Timed Modes for Viscosity Measurement (available in instruments with V3.0 or greater)

The Timed Modes allow the viscometer user to implement Timed Stop and Time to Torque capabilities with the DV-I+ V iscometer. This feature will allow the user to set up the viscometer (i.e. select spindle and speed) and then record readings for a fixed period of time (Timed Stop) or until a set torque value is attained (Time to Torque). A series of menus will ask the user to input minutes and seconds (Timed Stop) or % torque (T ime to Torque) and will then begin timing when the user presses the MOTOR ON/OFF key to ON. A message will be displayed showing time remaining (or time elapsed) and the appropriate display item (viscosity or torque) will be updated continuously during the event. Upon completion, the viscometer will display a screen stating that the test is complete and will also display the final recorded value for the viscosity in the first case, and the time in minutes and seconds to reach the torque limit in the second case. Pressing the UP or DOWN arrow keys will allow alternate data to be examined and pressing any other key will bring the user back to the default (normal) viscometer display with the motor OFF. If the user wishes to run another test, repeat the above steps.
II.9.1 Set Up
1. The user must pre-select the display unit option: CGS or SI.
2. The user then selects (via the UP and DOWN arrows) the spindle speed.
NOTE: If 0.0 RPM is the selected speed setting (the default after executing AUTOZERO)
the timed modes can be executed; however, the results will be meaningless showing no viscosity values.
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