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Cement Curing Autoclave

1. 56 Figure 9 5 Electrical Schematic 115V Cement Curing Autoclave 64 Figure 9 7 Electrical Schematic 230V Cement Curing Autoclave 65 100072577 Revision H V a Cement Curing Autoclave User Manual Table 3 1 Table 7 1 Table 7 2 Table 7 3 Table 7 4 Table 9 1 Table 9 2 Table 9 3 Table 9 4 100072577 List of Tables Cement Curing Autoclave Specifications 6 Problems with General System 47 Temperature Problems 48 Pressure uuu uuu ll uu aus 48 Chamber Lid Problems a 49 100053968 NX INSTALLATION CHAMBER ASSEMBLY STANDARD 2 OUBE 52 101443557 A PUMP ASSY HYD CEMENT CURING AUTOCLAVE HAND OPERATED u u nuan 54 101497200 K CEMENT CURING AUTOCLAVE 115V TWO 2 INCH CUBE es E 57 101533369 J CURING AUTOCLAVE 230V TWO 2 INCH CUBE MOLD O OM Q 60 Revision H vi a Cement Curing Autoclave User Manual 1 Introduction 1 1 1 2 Cement Curing Autoclave The Cement Curing Autoclave
2. CURING AUTOCLAVE HAND OPERATED 53 Revision H 100072577 a Cement Curing Autoclave User Manual Table 9 2 101443557 A PUMP ASSY HYD CEMENT CURING AUTOCLAVE HAND OPERATED 0001 209474 HOSE 3000 PSI 3 FT X 3 16in 0002 206606 BUSHING 1 4 NPT X 1 8 NPT STAINLESS 100072577 Revision H 54 R 8 Autoclave User Manual Figure 9 3 100053968 Kit Installation Tools amp Manual not shown Autoclave Standard 1200ml Table 9 100053968 NX KIT INSTALLATION TOOLS amp MANUAL AUTOCLAVE STANDARD 1200 100072605 WRENCH PRESSURE VESSEL MANUAL OPERATORS AUTOCLAVE CEMENT CHAIN PETERSON MFG CO 20R HANDLE CHAMBER CEMENT CURING 100072577 Revision H 55 Cement Curing Autoclave User Manual fann OO bg AG Ser m reet Figure 9 4 Assembly Cement Curing Autoclave 56 H ision Rev 100072577 a Cement Curing Autoclave User Manual Table 9 3 101497200 CEMENT CURING AUTOCLAVE 115V TWO 2 INCH CUBE MOLDS KIT INSTALLATION TOOLS amp MANUAL BE SEN AUTOCLAVE STANDARD 1200ML TEMP CONTROLLER EUROTHERM 2404 STANDARD 0006 101848657 1 0 PID WITH NON ISOLATED LOGIC OUTPUT CEMENT CURING AUTOCLAVE SETTINGS SWITCH TOGGLE DPST 0 468 DIA BUSHING WITH 0007 100029446 1 0 S
3. 37 Figure 5 16 Handle spring loaded pin retracted 38 Figure 5 17 Handle and manifold on chamber 38 Figure 5 18 Place chamber into autoclave remove 39 Figure 5 19 Attach valve and manifold 40 100072577 Revision H IV a Cement Curing Autoclave User Manual Figure 5 20 Connect thermocouple cable 40 Figure 5 21 Set initial chamber pressure 41 Figure 5 22 Initial pressure left increased pressure from temperature rise right 42 Figure 7 1 Power fuse holders 47 Figure 8 1 101443558 PUMP ASSY HYD CEMENT CURING AUTOCLAVE HAND D PNAS sss sa 50 Figure 9 1 100053968 Installation Chamber Assembly Standard 1200ML 2 Cube 51 Figure 9 2 101443558 ASSY HYD CURING AUTOCLAVE HAND OPERATED 53 Figure 9 3 100053968 Kit Installation Tools amp Manual not shown Autoclave Standard Gamma 55 Figure 9 4 Assembly Cement Curing Autoclave
4. 5 3 Features and Specifications 6 3 1 Cement Curing Autoclave Mechanical 6 Cement 7 3 3 Cement Curing Autoclave Controls and Indticators 9 3 4 Temperature Controller Configuration 10 3 5 Pressurizing the Cement Curing Autoclave 24 Du asas aasan 26 4 1 Parts of the Cement Curing Autoclave 26 LEE TRU UU Mm 26 4 3 Locating the Cement Curing Autoclave 26 AA lee ere 26 NES ou csr cede m 28 e Pre i 28 32 Pipa h Cibe 28 2 9 32 Tillie 32 2 22 3 6 Place chamber in heating Jacket uuu geed Beete ee 39 De He CAPE Eege 41 SP MEM SUID eege 41 DF 43 Remove the TE 43 5 11 Cleaning the molds pressure chamber and autoclave 44 6 Analyzing Results J
5. _ Food ze Forced manual output zem Ganscwdleembe m _ 100072577 Revision 12 a Fr Cement Curing Autoclave User Manual Press to Process Value PU Configuration Name Value Parameter Description 2 to select or to change Press to Input iP Configuration Name Value Parameter Description g A to select Wor to change Press to Set Point SP Configuration Name Value Parameter Description A to select OD to change Manual track OFF Setpoint rate limit units es Remote setpoint rmt configuration 100072577 Revision H 13 a Fr Cement Curing Autoclave User Manual Press to Alarm AL Configuration Name Value to select Um GO to change i Amie Im ouem dae 00 000 an Im _ mes mm an _ 00 000 an Im lan _ Bm Press to Program PROG Configuration Name Value Parameter Description to select bn Or to change Programmer type HbAC Holdback SEG Starting setpoint of a Srvo To PU program Servo point 100072577 Revision H 14 a Fr Cement Curing Autoclave User Manual Press to Digital Input LA Configuration
6. 45 7 Troubleshooting and Maintenance 46 100072577 Revision H li a Cement Curing Autoclave User Manual 7 1 Eurotherm 2404 Temperature Calibration 46 CSC Troubleshoonne Ki 46 IERENS 50 18 50 Pans ISS 51 10 Warranty and Returns eege 66 IESUS EEN 66 l RETE 66 100072577 Revision H iii a Cement Curing Autoclave User Manual List of Figures Figure 1 1 Cement Curing Autoclave front view 2 Figure 1 2 Cement Curing Autoclave back view 3 Figure 3 1 Manual Needle Valve and Pressure Relief Valve 7 Figure 3 2 Pressure Manifold Thermocouple Pressure Gauge 7 952 CEMENT Oe e arririk isena ENTE E EEEE 8 Figure 3 4 Cement Mold 8 Figure 3 5 Eidel 9 Figure 3 6 Temperature Controller Main Power Heat switch 10 Figure 3 7 Water Expelled as Lid is Closed 24 Figure 3 8 Pressure source connected to needle
7. Cement Curing Autoclave User Manual 4 Installation 4 1 Parts of the Cement Curing Autoclave 4 1 1 Reference see Introduction 4 2 Other Parts 4 2 1 Several smaller items are packed separate from the Cement Curing Autoclave to protect them during shipping When unpacking the Cement Curing Autoclave verify that you have received the pressure chamber thermocouple cable power cable two cement molds and two covers mold handling tool chamber wrench Vise Grip chain tool and instruction manuals 4 3 Locating the Cement Curing Autoclave 4 3 Locate the Cement Curing Autoclave s relative to the cement sample preparation area as desired 4 3 2 Locate a compressed gas cylinder hydraulic pump near the Cement Curing Autoclave or where the pressure chamber will be pressurized 4 3 3 The tools to fully close and open the chamber cap should be located near either the cement sample preparation area near the Cement Curing Autoclave or in a work area which 1s convenient to both The cement mold handling tool should be in the same area 4 3 4 A water source should be nearby if water will be used to surround and pressurize the cement samples 4 3 5 Tools for disassembling and cleaning the molds and properly disposing of the sample debris should be nearby 4 3 6 Adjust the four feet beneath the cabinet to level the Cement Curing Autoclave from side to side and front to back Once the cabinet 1s level secu
8. Curing at Pressures Above Atmospheric in API RP 10B 5 9 2 At the specified see Curing at Pressures Above Atmospheric in API RP 10B when the chamber has cooled slowly release all remaining pressure by opening the needle valve needle valve is opened Keep all body parts clear of the valve Hot water and or steam may be violently expelled when the outlet when it is being opened 393 Turn the heat switch to the OFF position 5 10 Remove the chamber 5 10 1 Disconnect the cable from the thermocouple and lay the cable aside 5 10 2 Remove the pressure manifold assembly and lay it aside 5 10 3 If previously removed re attach the carrying handle and lift the chamber clear of the heating jacket and move it to the desired work area 5 10 4 Unscrew the chamber lid using the wrenches provided Remove the chamber lid and set it aside 5 10 5 Remove the molds from the chamber using the mold lifting tool 5 10 6 Follow the procedures in Curing at Pressures Above Atmospheric in API RP 10B to remove the cured cement specimens from the molds process and test them 100072577 Revision H 43 a Cement Curing Autoclave User Manual 5 11 Cleaning the molds pressure chamber and autoclave 5 11 1 Wipe all cement remnants and grease from the molds lid and inside of the chamber body Pay particular attention to clean the threads and the O ring groove in the lid 5 11 2 Remove cement p
9. Name Value Parameter Description Ov to select ORO to change Press to Digital Input Lb Configuration Name Value Parameter Description Ov to select Wor to change Press to Comms 1 Module HA Configuration Name Value Parameter Description A CO to select Wao to change Identity of the module iD installed Fee Fundonofipu reg 100072577 Revision H 15 a Cement Curing Autoclave User Manual Press to Comms 2 Module JA Configuration Name Value to select ORO to change Identity of the module 1 installed Function of input Press to Module 1 1A Configuration Name Value Parameter Description s A to select Wor to change LoG Identify of module installed Function PID demand signal givin UAL L minimum output PID demand signal giving UAL H maximum output Press to Module 2 2A Configuration Name Value Parameter Description ss A to select Wor to change Identify of module installed Fudon 100072577 Revision H 16 a Fr Cement Curing Autoclave User Manual Press to Module 3 Configuration Name Value to select rm GO to change Identify of module installed Fen _ Press to Module 4 4A Configuration Name Value Parameter Description A to select Wor to change Identify of module inst
10. Press to Page to ACCS list Pass is displayed momentarily Press a to OPEr Press to Home View 100072577 Revision H 23 a Cement Curing Autoclave User Manual 3 5 Pressurizing the Cement Curing Autoclave Cement samples being cured in the Cement Curing Autoclave are pressurized by a hydraulic fluid normally water The initial pressure can be provided by a hand or electric pump or by an inert compressed gas such as nitrogen For either pressurizing method the pressurizing chamber and manifold should be filled as much as possible with a non compressible fluid such as water This minimizes the time required to pressurize to the desired pressure and increases safety Figure 3 7 Water Expelled as Lid is Closed Either pressure source is connected to the open 1 8 NPT port on the needle valve After reaching the desired pressure the needle valve can be closed and the pressure source disconnected 100072577 Revision H 24 amp fa ra Cement Curing Autoclave User Manual Figure 3 8 Pressure source connected to needle valve As the curing temperature increases during the curing process an automatic pressure relief valve prevents the chamber internal pressure from exceeding 3 000 PSI This spring loaded valve releases small amounts of the pressurizing fluid water Figure 3 9 Initial pressure left increased pressure from temperature rise right 100072577 Revision H 25 a
11. 0 INSTALLATION CHAMBER ASSEMBLY STANDARD 1200ML 2 CUBE 0010 100072627 HEAT SINK FOR MODEL A1225 AND A2425 SOLID pu RELAY MODEL 5 2 CRYDOM CONTROLS 0011 100032888 FAN INSTRUMENT 37 FAN INSTRUMENT 37 50 60 HZ 230VAC HZ 230VAC 0014 204400 GUARD FAN FINGER 3 1 8in 30MM METAL 0015 100031587 1 0 INLET ELECTRICAL FLANGED 3 WIRE 20 250 VAC TWIST LOCK NO 2325 HUBBELL 0016 100072391 PANEL MOUNT SINGLE CIRCUIT THERMOCOUPLE X CALIBRATION 100002384 HOLDER FUSE PANEL MOUNTING WATER FUSE PANEL MOUNTING WATER TIGHT 0018 101497199 3 0 GASKET HEATING JACKET CEMENT CURING AUTOCLAVE 0019 101443970 0 SOLID STATE RELAY DUAL OUTPUT 25 A OUTPUT 24 280 V AC INPUT 17 32 V DC 0020 101497198 HEATER MOUNT CEMENT CURING AUTOCLAVE 0021 101260861 SCREW MACHINE PAN HEAD PHILLIPS 10 32 UNF x 0 25 STAINLESS STEEL 18 8 0022 101260665 2 0 SCREW MACHINE PAN HEAD PHILLIPS 8 32 UNC x 0 375 STAINLESS STEEL 18 8 0023 101260661 SCREW MACHINE PAN HEAD PHILLIPS 8 32 UNC x 0 25 STAINLESS STEEL 18 8 0025 101260800 SCREW MACHINE PAN HEAD PHILLIPS 6 32 UNC x 0 50 STAINLESS STEEL 18 8 0026 101260792 0 SCREW MACHINE PAN HEAD PHILLIPS 6 32 UNC x 0 25 STAINLESS STEEL 18 8 0027 207632 NUT 6 32 HEX REGULAR STAINLESS 0028 101201164 3 0 WASHER SPLIT LOCK HELICAL SPRING HI COLLAR 6 STNLS 0029 100123894 SCREW CAP SOCKET HEAD
12. 1 4 20 NC X 3 8 STAINLESS STEEL 0030 120170188 e SCR 5 16 18 X 1 LG LOW HEAD 0037 100028609 SCREW BIND HEAD NUMBER 6 32 NC X 1 2 STAINLESS STEEL 0100 100031552 0 WIRE 12 GA STRANDED WHITE RED TEFON SPEC 70 73453 0105 100031551 WIRE 12 GA STRANDED WHITE BLACK TEFLON eM IM MESE qasqa 70 73453 10 206214 WIRE WIRE 18 AWG TEFLON STRANDED GREEN AWG TEFLON STRANDED GREEN 0119 100027804 RESISTOR 100000 OHM 1 WATT 5 100072577 Revision H 61 a Cement Curing Autoclave User Manual 0123 101889599 3 0 Wire Lead High Temperature 842F 450C Wire Gauge 18 AWG Cable Type MG Conductor Material Nickel Clad Copper Stranding 16 30 0124 101889598 5 0 Wire Lead High Temperature 842 450 Wire Gauge 12 AWG Cable Type MG Conductor Material Nickel Clad Copper Stranding 65 30 0130 208522 WIRE 18 AWG PVC STRANDED BLACK 0150 204294 TIE WRAP 1 16in TO 2in DIAMETER 0152 205296 TIE WRAP ADHESIVE PAD 0155 208450 60 TERMINAL FORK 1 4 10 12 AWG 0165 203754 CONNECTOR HOUSING 4 COND 0 1 0166 203696 PIN CONNECTOR MOLEX 0173 100024819 FUSE 1 AMP AGCI 0200 100033128 1 0 RAIL MOUNTING 35MM X 1 METER DIN 46277 SYMMETRICAL 0205 100008175 10 0 BLOCK MODULAR TERMINAL SINGLE CONNECTOR FEED THROUGH GRAY TYPE 9700A 6 535 0210 100032909 PLATE 6MM END TYPE 9701 6 SINGLE 0215 205166 CLAMP END 35mm DIN RAIL 0220 100032225 1 0 STRIP RAPID MARKING NUMBERS 1 THRUIO ELECTROVERT P N
13. 9705A 6 10 0300 100072651 1 0 INSULATION FIBROUS GLASS 1200 DEGREE MAXIMUM 1 2 INCH THICK X 60 INCH WIDE X 75 FEET LONG ROLL VENDOR REF INSULATION SERVICES INC TULSA OK TEMPERATURE MAT OR CLAREMAT 1200 0305 100030591 960 WIRE STAINLESS STEEL 316 0 032 DIA 0325 365255 4 0 TERMINAL RING 10 12 AWG 10 HI TEMP HIGH TEMPERATURE RING TERMINAL NON INSULATED 10 STUD SIZE 900 DEGREES F MAX 0330 208538 TERMINAL RING 1 4 TONGUE 18 14 0400 100023312 CLAMP HOSE 5 1 8 6 IN STAINLESS STEEL 0405 100072615 5 0 HEATER STRIP 300 WATT 240V CHROMALOX S 903 0410 100072609 1 0 JACKET HEATING TWO CUBE CEMENT AUTOCLAVE 100072577 Revision H 62 fi Fr Cement Curing Autoclave User Manual 0415 100072601 1 0 COVER CORE HEATING UNIT TWO CUBE CEMENT 0420 100072608 SPACER SHORT TWO CUBE CEMENT AUTOCLAVE SHORT TWO CUBE CEMENT AUTOCLAVE 0425 100072603 1 0 HEATING UNIT TWO AUTOCLAVE 0430 101886176 1 0 THERMOSTAT DISC 125 250 VAC 15 10 A 0 250 in QUICK CONNECT TERMINALS 0435 100031352 WIRE BUS BAR 0 5W X 0 032 THK PERFORATED 23 AMP MANGANESE NICKEL 0500 101520489 SPACER CHAMBER CEMENT CURING AUTOCLAVE 0530 100072235 1 0 CORD SET ASSEMBLY ELECTRIC 230V CEMENT ANALYZER 0595 207633 LE M NUT 10 32 HEX REGULAR STAINLESS 0610 100027339 NAME PLATE ON OFF TOGGLE SWITCH 15 32 SHANK SPEMCO 1132 0620 100032008 4 0 TERMINAL FEMALE SLIP ON
14. FULLY INSULATED FOR 10 12 GA WIRE X509788 HOLLINGSWORTH 0625 101475559 GROMMET CIRCUIT CARD RESTRAINT BRACKET SYSTEL 4232 COMPUTER 0630 100032006 TERMINAL FEMALE SLIP ON FULLY INSULATED FOR 18 22 GA WIRE 5097705 HOLLINGSWORTH TERMINAL CRIMP SNAP SPADE 22 16 AWG RED 0640 100032290 8 STUD TYPE 5 TOOL ID 0650 204299 40 TERMINAL FEMALE Q C 25X 032 1 0660 203858 NM FERRULE INSUL 12 AWG WIRE 0670 100001414 TERMINAL PIN CRIMP 16 AWG 1 5 SQMM WITH EE COLLAR 0680 100028683 SCREW FLAT HEAD MACHINE 1 4 20 NC X 1 1 2 PL FLAT HEAD MACHINE 1 4 20 NC X 1 1 2 PL 0690 100072600 1 0 BOTTOM CASE HEATING UNIT TWO CUBE CEMENT AUTOCLAVE 0700 100030882 AU SCREW BIND HEAD 10 32 UNF X 3 4 STAINLESS STEEL 0710 100032227 CONNECTOR CROSS 9703 6M P N Z7 211 0027 1 METER 0720 203428 6 32 X 2 R MS STAINLESS 0730 100072607 SPACER LONG TWO CUBE CEMENT AUTOCLAVE 100072577 Revision H 63 Cement Autoclave User Manual fann ASII ay OUI ONIANA Iran wwayta imet cim a em oo a ta Smt e OWISHS 1231084 9 33412001 Sein 320705 07 BR VIZI DW 3 Sava ONT IV3H ASIA i 531 97382 Id JIN L 1799143933 Figure 9 5 115V Cement Curing Autoclave 831104 02 32 0n1v2332N31 CX Tu KL DX LEAI C EU wx w LO 94 we fa
15. NEEDLE D2112F2Y 1 8 5000 STR 316 STAINLESS STEEL KS 100016381 E 4 90 DEG STREET 1 4 3000 STEEL amp S SPEC 100016494 1 4 X 1 8 FORGED STEEL 5 100016825 1 NIPPLE EXTRA HEAVY 1 8 X 4 SEAMLESS A106 100030591 WIRE STAINLESS STEEL 316 0 032 DIA 100072577 Revision H 52 Cement Curing Autoclave User Manual fann 2401 L33H amp 5 2MII 121928 LON SCErFIOI 8 3 so zz e 512202 devHs TW SAH Sel HSIN d fl TONY COD T XXX SAR 1311119 B0 2 8 MAYAI ve 143037 ASSY 15411 NW 40 SMe al SIHIN MI Juv SMOSN3MIO 031472355 Tua JUD Jun Ga cus news punpa Le xx u o an pas Lum paypan Si pasopop Laun sp U21511 AU SY wo LM OMY DU SUTO SI 013431 1 35 Jdid 3111342 SLES TW Uu dy ZU SH o 93 Q 2 38 OL TI 043 10 1 2 Figure 9 101443557 PUMP ASSY HYD
16. These procedures should be reviewed prior to using the Cement Curing Autoclave 5 2 Prepare the Cube Mold 52d One or two 2 inch cube molds are used with the Cement Curing Autoclave chamber To prevent the cement slurry from seeping into the joints between the sides and base plates apply a thin coat of grease to the bottom edges of the mold Keep and use like numbered cement mold halves together Figure 5 1 Pins align the mold halves 100072577 Revision H 28 amp fa Autoclave User Manual Figure 5 2 Clamps hold mold halves together 100072577 Revision H 29 Autoclave User Manual Figure 5 3 Grease mold for base plate 3 2 2 Attach the base plate to the mold using two flat head machine screws Figure 5 4 Tighten base plate to mold 100072577 Revision H 30 Cement Curing Autoclave User Manual 5 2 3 Apply a thin coat of grease on the mold interiors and the base plates to keep the cement slurry from sticking Excess grease at the inside joints of the molds will decrease the actual volume of the cement cube and can result in inaccurate compressive strength tests Figure 5 5 Grease mold interior 100072577 Revision H 31 Autoclave User Manual 5 3 Prepare the Cement Slurry Jal Mix the cement slurry according to API RP 10B Figure 5 6 Mixing Cement Slurry 5 4 Fill the
17. it is configured for the Cement Curing Autoclave It is rare that the majority of these settings will need to be changed They are provided for reference should the temperature controller respond in an unexpected manner and incorrect settings are suspected 100072577 Revision H 10 Cement Curing Autoclave User Manual Access list header Press 2 until you reach the access list header ALCS Press Password entry The password is entered from the cod display Enter the password using 4 Once the correct password has been entered there 15 a two second delay after which the lower readout will change to show PR55 indicating that access is now unlocked The pass number is set to when the controller is shipped from the factory Note special case exists 1f the password has been set to In this case access will be permanently unlocked and the lower readout will always show PASS Press proceed to the Goto page 100072577 Revision H 11 a Cement Curing Autoclave User Manual 1 Press until the display shows 2 Press to select the Config password 2 Pass is displayed momentarily Press to Configuration ConF Name Value Parameter Description A to select or to change 884 Integral amp derivative time units SBE Derivative type ah Front panel Auto Man button s Frontpane button
18. mult L 25 rnm ilk A ep is K many i OT 21 128 g ge WIS OL Imaypi Ze gw 101815 Dge CN BENE ELT Ai iM UMMC del E TOT Odi davit 71 WE E STANS Ce i PPTP C CH e daer gt Figure 9 1 100053966 Installation Chamber Assembly Standard 1200ML 2 Cube 51 Revision H 100072577 a Cement Curing Autoclave User Manual Table 9 1 100053968 NX INSTALLATION CHAMBER ASSEMBLY STANDARD 1200ML 2 CUBE Part Mat l Description 100072595 VESSEL PRESSURE TWO CUBE CEMENT AUTOCLAVE NAME PLATE SALES EQUIPMENT 1 23 32X 2 3 4 BLANK a STAINLESS STEEL 100072610 1 THERMOCOUPLE TWO CUBE CEMENT AUTOCLAVE SPEC ADAPTER GAUGE VALVE 65HPCI HIGH PRESSURE 100079376 pee CHAMBER GAUGE PRESSURE 0 5000 PSL 2 1 2 INCH DUAL SCALE 101313632 PSI KPA STEM MOUNT WITH 1 4 NPT STAINLESS STEEL CASE SILICON FILLED TOP CASE SAFETY RELIEF SPECIFICATION D00092428 100072570 ASSEMBLY EXTENSION LEAD WIRE PLUG N EN J SPEC 100072596 UNION HAND TWO CUBE CEMENT AUTOCLAVE MANIFOLD 5000 PSI Ee 100016823 Ge NIPPLE EXTRA HEAVY 1 8 X 1 1 2 SEAMLESS 106 9 100016424 TEE STEEL 1 8 3000 F amp S SPEC 21 0003 100015197 VALVE RELIEF 1 4 MPT 3000 PSI 100072631 VALVE
19. to show the controller has accepted the new value 100072577 Revision H 41 Autoclave User Manual 5 8 2 4 Continue to press until you have reviewed or changed the desired program values and return to the ProG LiSt display 5 8 2 5 Press the Run Hold button 5 8 3 Turn the heater control switch to the on position 5 8 4 Observe the temperature controller for flashing of the OPI indicator and the temperature increasing The temperature controller will continually turn on and off the heater until the slurry thermocouple reaches the desired temperature 5 8 5 Frequently monitor the chamber pressure gauge as the slurry curing progresses As the water inside heats up it will expand and increase the pressure Reduce the pressure by slowly opening the needle valve so the maximum pressure specified in API RP 10B is not exceeded The automatic relief valve will bleed off potentially hazardous pressure if it is properly adjusted needle valve is opened Keep all body parts clear of the valve Hot water and or steam may be violently expelled when the outlet when it is being opened Figure 5 22 Initial pressure left increased pressure from temperature rise right 100072577 Revision H 42 a Cement Curing Autoclave User Manual 5 9 Ending the test 5 9 1 When the required curing period has ended cool the sample and chamber maintaining pressure according to
20. valve 25 Figure 3 9 Initial pressure left increased pressure from temperature rise right 25 Figure 5 1 Pins align the mold halves 28 Figure 5 2 Clamps hold mold halves together 29 Figure 5 3 Grease mold for base plate 30 Figure 5 4 Tighten base plate to mold 30 Figure 5 5 Grease mold 31 Figure 5 6 Mixing Cement 5 nnn nnns 32 mis asss seite um 33 Figure 5 8 Leveling cement PEDI dA E P ER Y 33 Figure 5 9 Grease cover 34 Figure 5 10 Cover plate nennen nennen nnn nnn nnns 34 Figure 5 11 Lower mold into chamber 1 35 Figure 5 12 Lower mold into chamber 2 35 Figure 5 13 Grease chamber threads 36 37 Figure 5 15 Water expelled as lid tightened
21. 15 an apparatus used to cure cement slurry samples under elevated hydrostatic pressure and temperature The cement slurry samples are contained in one or two 2 inch cube molds surrounded by water or oil within the pressure chamber The autoclave includes a heating Jacket which completely surrounds the cement curing pressure chamber temperature controller thermocouple pressure gauge adjustable pressure regulator and manual fill and bleed valve The Cement Curing Autoclave requires an external pressure source such as compressed nitrogen gas or a hydraulic pump capable of providing pressure up to 3 000 PSI Function The Cement Curing Autoclave cures cement slurry samples under elevated pressure and temperature to prepare them for destructive compressive strength tests These tests help determine compliance to American Petroleum Institute API Specification 10A Specification for Cements and Materials for Well Cementing This device meets the requirements for pressurized cement curing equipment found in API Specification 10A and API Recommended Practice Recommended Practice for Testing Well Cements After the curing period the samples are removed from the single cube molds and tested to determine their compressive strength The pressure relief valve prevents the pressure chamber from exceeding 3 000 PSI 20 7 MPa The desired temperature for curing the cement samples 15 set on the temperature controller which automaticall
22. 5 installed See RP 10B 5 5 4 Inspect the chamber O ring for cuts or other damage If it 1s damaged it should be replaced 5 3 Grease the Hd O ring and lid threads 5 5 6 Install the lid onto the chamber Fully tighten the lid into the chamber using the pressure vessel wrench and Vise Grip chain clamp When the lid is fully seated loosen it 1 8 to 1 4 turn This helps to ensure the lid does not become jammed 100072577 Revision H 36 Autoclave User Manual Figure 5 14 Tighten lid Figure 5 15 Water expelled as lid tightened 5 5 6 1 Attach the removable chamber handle by pulling spring loaded pins away from the handle Place the handle over the lid and release the spring loaded pins to engage the holes in the lid 100072577 Revision H 37 amp fa Autoclave User Manual Figure 5 16 Handle spring loaded pin retracted Figure 5 17 Handle and manifold on chamber 100072577 Revision H 38 Cement Autoclave User Manual fann Place chamber in heating jacket 5 6 5 6 1 Using the handle carefully carry the assembled chamber to the autoclave 5 6 2 Carefully lower the chamber into the heating jacket A x 1 CLAVE Figure 5 18 Place chamber into autoclave remove handle 5 6 3 Remove the carrying handle Connect the pressurizing manifold to the brass coupling on the 5
23. 6 4 chamber lid Tighten the manifold coupling nut using hand force only 39 100072577 Revision H Autoclave User Manual Figure 5 19 Attach valve and manifold 5 6 5 Connect the thermocouple cable to the thermocouple the curine chamber lid Figure 5 20 Connect thermocouple cable 100072577 Revision H 40 Autoclave User Manual 5 7 Pressurize the chamber 2 751 Connect the pressure source to the manual valve I 2 Open the manual valve at least one 1 and not more than two 2 full turns 5 7 3 Operate the pressure source to increase the pressure inside the curing chamber to the desired initial value as required for the test See API RP 10B 5 7 4 Close the manual valve to retain the chamber pressure 9215 If desired the pressure source may be disconnected BEE AE JL p mV D T i Figure 5 21 Set initial chamber pressure 5 8 Running a test 5 8 1 Adjust the set point of the temperature controller to the desired maximum temperature See API RP 10B for settings 5 8 2 Program Temperature Control for a Test 5 8 2 1 From the home display press until you reach ProG LiSt Press 5 8 2 2 Use the arrow keys to select the number of the program to be changed Press 5 8 2 3 For each program setting use ry or Y to change the displayed value After releasing the button the display will blink
24. AUTOCLAVE SCREW ROUND HEAD MACHINE NO 10 32 NF X ne edd 7 8 PL SPEC 70 44247 100072577 Revision H 59 a Cement Curing Autoclave User Manual BOTTOM HEATING UNIT TWO CUBE CEMENT 0530 100072603 aE OCLAVE 0535 100072608 SPACER SHORT TWO CUBE CEMENT AUTOCLAVE SHORT TWO CUBE CEMENT AUTOCLAVE 0538 100072607 SPACER LONG TWO CUBE CEMENT AUTOCLAVE 0540 100028683 SCREW FLAT HEAD MACHINE 1 4 20 NC X 1 1 2 BOTTOM CASE HEATING UNIT TWO CUBE 0 ESCHER AUTOCLAVE THERMOSTAT DISC 125 250 15 10 A 0 250 in QUICK CONNECT TERMINALS WIRE BUS BAR 0 5W X 0 032 THK PERFORATED 23 5292 MANGANESE NICKEL COVER CORE HEATING UNIT TWO CUBE CEMENT 0570 100072601 EN ZEE AUTOCLAVE 0580 6 32 X 1 4 RHMS STAINLESS Table 9 4 101533369 J CEMENT CURING AUTOCLAVE 230V TWO 2 INCH CUBE MOLDS om 101497195 10 CHASSIS CEMENT CURING AUTOCLAVE CEMENT CURING AUTOCLAVE AUTOCLAVE STANDARD 1200ML 1 0 TEMP CONTROLLER EUROTHERM 2404 STANDARD PID WITH NON ISOLATED LOGIC OUTPUT with CEMENT CURING AUTOCLAVE settings 0006 101848657 0007 100029446 1 0 SWITCH TOGGLE DPST 0 468 DIA BUSHING WITH SCREW LUGS 3 AMP AT 250 VAC 7590K4 CUTLER HAMMER SWITCH CIRCUIT BREAKER DPST ELECTROMAGNETIC 10 AMP 220 V 50 60 HZ TYPE 203 NEON BULB 0008 100013123 100072577 Revision H 60 fi Fr Cement Curing Autoclave User Manual 0009 100053968 1
25. BER CEMENT CURING AUTOCLAVE CORD PORTABLE 3 X 1 5 SQ MM VDE APPROVED 0034 100026189 7 0 TO HD 22 450 V 16 5 AMP RUBBER JACKET 9 6 12 5 MM OD 60 DEG C BROWN BLUE YELLOW GREEN CONNECTOR TWIST LOCK 20A 125V 2 POLE 3 0035 101313720 NM WIRE GROUNDING NEMA L5 20R 00386 402161 10 PLUG ELEC NEMA 5 20P 115V 20A PLUG ELEC NEMA 5 20P 115V 20A SCREW BIND HEAD NUMBER 6 32 NC X 1 2 adi EN WE STAINLESS STEEL 0100 WIRE 12 STRANDED WHITE RED TEFON Wire Lead High Temperature 842F 450C Wire Gauge 18 0123 101889599 3 0 AWG Cable Type MG Conductor Material Nickel Clad Copper Stranding 16 30 Wire Lead High Temperature 842 450 Wire Gauge 12 0124 101889598 5 0 AWG Cable Type MG Conductor Material Nickel Clad Copper Stranding 65 30 0130 208522 WIRE 18 AWG PVC STRANDED BLACK 0150 204294 TIE WRAP 1 16in TO 2in DIAMETER 0152 205296 TIE WRAP ADHESIVE PAD 0155 208450 60 TERMINAL FORK 1 4 10 12 AWG 0165 203754 CONNECTOR HOUSING 4 COND 0 1 0166 203696 PIN CONNECTOR MOLEX 0175 208538 TERMINAL RING 1 4 TONGUE 18 14 RAIL MOUNTING 35MM X METER DIN 46277 0200 100033128 0 292 SYMMETRICAL 100072577 Revision H 58 fi Fr Cement Curing Autoclave User Manual BLOCK MODULAR TERMINAL SINGLE 0205 100008175 10 0 CONNECTOR FEED THROUGH GRAY TYPE 9700A 6 535 0210 100032909 6 9701 6 SINGLE 0215 205166 CLAMP END 35mm DIN RAIL ST
26. CREW LUGS 3 AMP AT 250 VAC 7590K4 CUTLER HAMMER SWITCH CIRCUIT BREAKER DPST 250 VAC 50 60 due HZ 15 AMP WITH NEON BULB INSTALLATION CHAMBER ASSEMBLY id STANDARD 1200 2 0010 100072627 HEAT SINK FOR MODEL 41225 AND A2425 SOLID Fa RELAY MODEL HS 2 CRYDOM CONTROLS 204415 FAN 3 lin 3 111 SQ X 1 5 11SV27CFM X 1 5 115V 27 0014 204400 GUARD FAN FINGER 3 1 8in METAL CONNECTOR FLANGED INLET 20A 125V AC 2 0015 101513739 1 0 POLE 3 WIRE GROUNDING NEMA L5 20P WITHOUT PROTECTIVE BOOT PANEL MOUNT SINGLE CIRCUIT THERMOCOUPLE UU JX CALIBRATION 0017 100002384 HOLDER FUSE PANEL MOUNTING WATER TIGHT GASKET HEATING JACKET CEMENT CURING 0018 101497199 AUTOCLAVE SOLID STATE RELAY DUAL OUTPUT 25 A OUTPUT geg Ee 24 280 V 17 32 V DC mmm er T3177 15 7 a com so SEER See SSeS ge mL 100072577 Revision H 57 fi Fr Cement Curing Autoclave User Manual SCREW MACHINE PAN HEAD PHILLIPS 6 32 UNC x 0926 0 25 STAINLESS STEEL 18 8 0027 207632 6 32 REGULAR STAINLESS WASHER SPLIT LOCK HELICAL SPRING SES COLLAR 6 STNLS SCREW 5 HEAD 1 4 20 X 3 8 HESS EM STAINLESS STEEL 0030 120170188 SCR 5 16 18 X 1 LG LOW HEAD 0032 101520489 SPACER CHAM
27. Cement Curing Autoclave User Manual 100072577 Revision H Cement Curing Autoclave User Manual 2015 Fann Instrument Company Houston Texas USA All rights reserved No part of this work covered by the copyright hereon may be reproduced or copied in any form or by any means graphic electronic or mechanical without first receiving the written permission of Fann Instrument Company Houston Texas USA Printed in USA The information contained in this document includes concepts methods and apparatus which may be covered by U S Patents NNNOTE reserves the right to make improvements in design construction and appearance of our products without prior notice FANN and the FANN logo are registered trademarks of Fann Instrument Company in the United States and or other countries is a trademark of Fann Instrument Company Contact FANN Phone TELEPHONE 281 871 4482 TOLL FREE 800 347 0450 FAX 281 871 4358 Mail Fann Instrument Company P O Box 4350 Houston Texas 77210 USA Location Fann Instrument Company 14851 Milner Road Gate 5 Houston Texas 77032 USA 8 Online www fann com fannmail fann com a Cement Curing Autoclave User Manual Contents u ec 1 l C SE 1 TAAS SS E ss sa 1 lo TO i m 2 4 2k Machine 4 2 2
28. Molds 5 4 1 Pour the cement slurry into the assembled mold Repeatedly puddle and stir the slurry then remove the excess with a straight edge to level the slurry with the top of the molds See API RP 10B 100072577 Revision H 32 fann Cement Curing Autoclave User Manual rd zd Em oF I bk Figure 5 7 Filling mold Figure 5 8 Leveling cement 100072577 Revision H 33 amp fa R 8 ra Cement Curing Autoclave User Manual 5 4 2 To keep the pressurizing water from contaminating the slurry apply a thin layer of grease to the top edges of the mold and to the edges of the mold cover plate Figure 5 9 Grease cover plate 5 4 3 Put the cover plate on the mold Figure 5 10 Cover plate 100072577 Revision H 34 ra Cement Curing Autoclave User Manual 5 5 Place molds into chamber Al Use the cube mold removal tool to lower one or both molds into the Cement Curing Autoclave Chamber Once the molds are in the chamber avoid tipping the chamber which may displace the covers Figure 5 11 Lower mold into chamber 1 Figure 5 12 Lower mold into chamber 2 100072577 Revision H 35 a ra Cement Curing Autoclave User Manual Coat the chamber threads with grease Th i 1 15 Figure 5 13 Grease chamber threads 5 5 3 Fill the chamber with water to halfway up the threads This ensures air will be removed from the chamber when the lid 1
29. RIP RAPID MARKING NUMBERS 1 THRU1O m ELECTROVERT P N 9705A 6 10 INSULATION FIBROUS GLASS 1200 DEGREE MAXIMUM 1 2 INCH THICK X 60 INCH WIDE X 75 0300 100072651 1 0 FEET LONG ROLL VENDOR REF INSULATION SERVICES INC TULSA OK TEMPERATURE MAT OR CLAREMAT 1200 0305 100030591 960 WIRE STAINLESS STEEL 316 0 032 DIA GROMMET CIRCUIT CARD RESTRAINT BRACKET 9320 101475559 SYSTEL 4232 COMPUTER TERMINAL RING 10 12 AWG 10 HI TEMP HIGH 0325 365255 4 0 RING TERMINAL NON INSULATED 10 STUD SIZE 900 DEGREES F NAME PLATE ON OFF TOGGLE SWITCH 15 32 SS e SHANK SPEMCO 1132 m nm TERMINAL FEMALE SLIP ON FULLY INSULATED FOR 410 12 GA WIRE XS09788 HOLLINGSWORTH TERMINAL FEMALE SLIP ON FULLY INSULATED 0560 100052006 FOR 18 22 GA WIRE 5097708 HOLLINGSWORTH 0370 100032290 NM 0380 204299 0390 203858 TERMINAL CRIMP SNAP SPADE 22 16 AWG RED 8 STUD TYPE 5 TOOL 1D SPEC TERMINAL FEMALE Q C 25X 032 1 FERRULE INSUL 12 AWG WIRE TERMINAL PIN CRIMP 16 AWG 1 5 SQMM WITH Sp US INSULATING COLLAR SPEC 3 SCREW BIND HEAD 10 32 UNF X 3 4 STAINLESS STEEL CONNECTOR CROSS 9703 6M P N Z7 211 0027 1 SE 0430 203428 6 32 X 2 5 STAINLESS 0505 100082949 CLAMP SAE 488 4 11 16 6 OD SPEC 70 15929 0510 100072612 HEATER STRIP 300 WATT 120V CHROMALOX SNHO9 JACKET HEATING TWO CUBE CEMENT 0515 100072609
30. alled Poel Function Press to Calibration CAL Configuration Name Value Parameter Description A to select or to change Calibration point User calibration enable 100072577 Revision H 17 A Fr Cement Curing Autoclave User Manual Press to EXIT Press to select YES UNIT WILL RESTART Access list header Press until you reach the access list header ALLS Press Password entry The password 15 entered from the code display Enter the password using 4 or Once the correct password has been entered there 15 a two second delay after which the lower readout will change to show PASS indicating that access is now unlocked The pass number is set to when the controller is shipped from the factory Note special case exists 1f the password has been set to D In this case access will be permanently unlocked and the lower readout will always show PRSS Press to proceed to the oko page Press to select 100072577 Revision H 18 a Fr Cement Curing Autoclave User Manual Press to Program run list run Name Value Parameter Description to select Or to change Program status Fast run through program Flash active segment in the lower readout of the home display Press to Program Edit List ProG Name Value to select GO to change 100072577 Revis
31. articles using a metal spatula or wire brush 5 11 3 Remove any cement film by dipping the part in 15 20 percent hydrochloric acid Let the parts sit for several minutes then brush clean and rinse the parts thoroughly with water Properly disposed of the waste acid 5 11 4 Remove grease film with a solvent 5 11 5 Carefully dry the parts 5 11 6 Inspect the lid O ring for damage and replace those which are damaged 5 11 7 Clean and wipe all surfaces on the Cement Curing Autoclave 100072577 Revision H 44 a Cement Curing Autoclave User Manual 6 Analyzing Results The Cement Curing Autoclave cures cement slurry specimens for compressive strength testing by other instruments 100072577 Revision H 45 a Cement Curing Autoclave User Manual 7 Troubleshooting and Maintenance 7 1 7 2 100072577 Eurotherm 2404 Temperature Calibration The basic calibration of the Eurotherm 2404 temperature controller 1s highly stable and set for life Rarely 1 may be desired to offset the factory calibration to set the controller to another reference standard to suit the characteristics of a particular installation or to remove long term drift In the factory set calibration Should re calibration be desired see the Eurotherm 2404 thermocouple instruction manual for the detailed procedure Troubleshooting Tables These tables are provided to assist in troubleshooting when a variety of problems arise while operati
32. e power switch 1s turned off Physically disconnect the power cord from the outlet and instrument before attempting any electrical or mechanical maintenance Refer to the electrical schematic before performing any maintenance or troubleshooting Revision H 4 a Cement Curing Autoclave User Manual 2 2 100072577 Ergonomic Considerations After the Cement Curing Autoclave is installed it is uncommon for it to be frequently moved The physical location needs to have access to the required electric power source pressure source compressed gas or hydraulic pump and be sufficiently sturdy to support the combined weight of the Cement Curing Autoclave pressure chamber and cube molds which is approximately 137 pounds 64 kg In routine cement slurry curing the combined weight of the pressure chamber cement molds cement pressurizing water or oil manifold and handle must be lifted fully from the heating jacket a distance of 8 1 2 inches 21 6 cm This weight varies with the number of molds and the cement slurry being cured and approaches 69 pounds 31 4 kg Placing the top surface of the Cement Curing Autoclave at 24 36 61 91 cm from the floor 15 an appropriate height for most people to lift the cement curing chamber Revision H 5 a Cement Curing Autoclave User Manual 3 Features and Specifications Table 3 1 Cement Curing Autoclave Specifications 1 8 Female NPT located on the manual Pressure Co
33. gement allows the mold to be removed without damaging the cured cement specimen and for thorough clean up 100072577 Revision H R 8 ra Cement Curing Autoclave User Manual Figure 3 3 Cement Mold lt a Figure 3 4 Cement Mold Clamp 100072577 Revision H 8 amp fa R 8 Autoclave User Manual 3 3 100072577 Figure 3 5 Cement Mold Base Cement Curing Autoclave Controls and Indicators The main power switch illuminates when electric power 15 applied to the cement curing autoclave circuits The heat switch located below the main power switch on the front panel enables and disables the heater circuit without interrupting power to the entire instrument The temperature controller regulates the power applied to the heater circuit to achieve and maintain the desired temperature inside the curing chamber It constantly compares the desired temperature set point to the temperature reading from the curing chamber thermocouple and adjusts the heating cycle to achieve and or maintain the desired temperature It continuously displays the current and set point temperatures Revision H 9 mu Autoclave User Manual E EUROTHERM Figure 3 6 Temperature Controller Power Heat switch 3 4 Temperature Controller Configuration The tables in this section contain the factory settings for the Eurotherm Model 2404 temperature controller when
34. ion H 19 a Fr Cement Curing Autoclave User Manual Press to Alarm List AL Name Value to select Um GO to change Lbt Press to PID list Pi d Name Value Parameter Description A to select Wor to change SE Proportional Band Pid 2 Integral Time in seconds Ti2 Pid2 Derivative Time in seconds Pid2 Manual Reset Pid 2 High cutback Pid2 100072577 Revision H 20 a Fr Cement Curing Autoclave User Manual Press to Setpoint list SP Name Value Parameter Description 2 to select or to change Press to Input list iP Name Value Parameter Description g A to select Wor to change hemen Decimal places the display Press to Output list oP Name Value Parameter Description A to select or to change 100072577 Revision H 21 a Fr Cement Curing Autoclave User Manual Press to Information list info Name Value Parameter Description A to EES Wao to Instrument units Range high Press to Page to ACCS list Pass is displayed momentarily Press a to Edit 100072577 Revision H 22 a Cement Curing Autoclave User Manual Pres C to Program Read Name Value Parameter Description A to Wor to Instrument units Range high
35. lace if necessary failed The heater fuses are blown A The system does not heat fuses up and the heater indicator The heater control Check the heater solid state in the temperature relay and the heater circuit DE EE electronics malfunctioned wiring Refer to the wiring or failed diagram The temperature reading is Possible open circuit in Look for and repair the unreasonably high thermocouple or broken wire or loose lt 1 000 thermocouple cables connection The temperature reading 15 about room temperature even though the chamber 1s hot Possible short circuit in Look for and repair the thermocouple or short In the thermocouple or thermocouple cable thermocouple cable Table 7 3 Pressure Problems Problem or Symptom Possible Cause Corrective Action The manifold has a leak Check repair or replace the manifold The system does not hold Check the lid O ring seal pressure The lid or chamber has a for damage or debris on the leak surfaces and clean or replace The pressure gauge does not The pressure gauge 1s Test the pressure gauge and Zero faulty replace if found faulty 100072577 Revision H 48 a Fr Cement Curing Autoclave User Manual Table 7 4 Chamber Lid Problems Problem or Symptom Possible Cause Corrective Action The lid and or chamber Clean the lid and or threads are dirty chamber threads The O ring is damaged or Check and or replace and The lid is difficu
36. lt to install not properly lubricated lubricate the lid O ring The O ring seal area in chamber is dirty Clean the chamber 100072577 Revision H 49 A Fr Cement Curing Autoclave User Manual 8 Accessories 8 1 Hand Pressure Pump An optional purchase hand operated pump can pressurize the sample up to 3 000 PSI NOTES 1 DRAIN GIL FROM PUMP 2 ALL THREADS COATED WITH LOCKTITE PIPE SEALAMT WITH TEFLON werk contans AMD IAA K al L t Natie TED LGeegiei pn ungublisnec muk tris om nor ary ivformation be in amp dorm or dsckead Dr S Ee cry go orris he expers S ee TATON 14 5 LATEST REVISION ONS ARE IN XX FRACTION 176 XXX 005 ANGLE 5 NR PUMP ASSY CEMENT CURING EF UB AUTOCLAVE MANUAL SURFACE FINISH 125 RMS BRECAR ALL SHARF CODES Figure 8 1 101443558 PUMP ASSY HYD CEMENT CURING AUTOCLAVE HAND OPERATED 100072577 Revision H 50 Cement Curing Autoclave User Manual fann 9 Parts Lists 2 W 0021 QMYONVIS _ ASSY 15 Tr ran S dd WAU o 1 Ree ig yma gui uas ON Jed 900 Aer JHL 05
37. mbly High pressure hydraulic lines are a hazard because they can hold up to 3 000 PSI 20 7 MPa These lines are stainless steel or reinforced hose Operators must ensure that the pressure in these lines has been reduced to zero before attempting to disassemble any high pressure lines Open the pressure manifold valve Confirm that all pressure in the system has been relieved by observing the pressure gauge on the top of the chamber lemperature The pressure chamber has an electric heating jacket that can heat the cement slurry to 400 F 205 C The metal jacket itself can be considerably hotter even over 600 F 315 C Before removing the pressure chamber or performing any work on the heating Jacket allow it to cool to below 120 F 49 C Monitor the temperature by observing the temperature controller display when the chamber Is in the heating jacket Steam Water is commonly used to pressurize the cement slurry being cured When heat 1s applied there 1s the potential for the water to become high temperature steam Because of the risk of burn body parts should be kept away from the manual pressure relief valve needle valve when it 1s being opened As the automatic pressure relief valve opens small amounts of hot water and steam will be released which are a burn hazard Electrical The power source for the Cement Curing Autoclave 1s 115 or 230 Volts There are electrically active terminals inside the instrument when th
38. ng the Cement Curing Autoclave Included in the tables are symptoms of the problem possible causes of the problem and possible solutions to the problem The tables are grouped according to topic The following troubleshooting tables are provided in this section General troubleshooting Temperature troubleshooting Pressure troubleshooting Chamber lid troubleshooting Revision H 46 fann Cement Curing Autoclave User Manual Table 7 1 Problems with General System Problem or Symptom The system does not power up 100072577 Possible Cause Corrective Action Check replace the power The power fuses are blown fuses located on the back of the unit See Figure 7 4 The power switch has Check replace the power malfunctioned or failed switch Check repair the power The power wiring is faulty wiring Refer to the wiring diagram The power source 1s Check the power source Figure 7 1 Power fuse holders Revision H 47 a Fr Cement Curing Autoclave User Manual Table 7 2 Temperature Problems Problem or Symptom Possible Cause Corrective Action Check repair the heater The heater wiring is faulty wiring Refer to the wiring diagram The system does not heat The over temperature Check and or replace the up but the heater indicator switch has failed over temp switch in the temperature controller is The heater malfunctioned or Check and or replace the failed heater pod Check rep
39. nnection pressure release valve single phase 50 60 Hertz Hz Voltage and Current 1 15V 15A NEMA 5 20P plug or 230V 10A NEMA 6 15P plug 3 1 Cement Curing Autoclave Mechanical The manual needle valve in the pressure manifold controls the pressure going into the curing chamber During testing the needle valve is normally closed At the conclusion of a test after the temperature 15 below 120 Degrees 48 9 Deg C the needle valve can be opened to completely release the pressure Pressures above 3 000 PSI 20 68 MPa are automatically vented by the pressure relief valve which functions as an over pressure safety device The chamber pressure is shown on a pressure gauge installed directly into the top of the curing chamber 100072577 Revision H 6 R 8 ra Cement Curing Autoclave User Manual E D 2 K D Mad Figure 3 1 Manual Needle Valve and Pressure Relief Valve w X i b 1 9 4 Figure 3 2 Pressure Manifold Thermocouple Pressure Gauge 3 2 Cement Curing Molds Two brass alloy molds internally measuring 2 inches X 2 inches X 2 inches 5 08 cm X 5 08 cm X 5 08 cm are provided with each Cement Curing Autoclave The two mold halves are aligned with dowel pins and clamped together with threaded sleeves Two flat head screws fasten the bottom plate to the two mold halves This arran
40. re the locking nuts on the adjustable feet to prevent inadvertent changes 4 4 Electric Power Supply 4 4 The Cement Curing Autoclave 15 supplied with a 5 ft power cord with either NEMA 5 20P 115V 6 15 230V plug depending upon the voltage ordered Because of the diversity in types of electrical outlets throughout the world it may be necessary to replace this plug Alternatively the Cement Curing Autoclave can be directly wired into an 100072577 Revision H 26 a Cement Curing Autoclave User Manual electrical disconnect switch Regardless of the connection ensure that proper power is provided 4 4 2 The electric power supply must be single phase and 50 60 Hz 4 4 2 1 115 VAC 15 A for 115 VAC Cement Curing Autoclaves 4 4 2 2 230 VAC 10 A for 230 VAC Cement Curing Autoclaves 4 4 3 Connect the power cord to the Cement Curing Autoclave and then connect the power cord to the power source 100072577 Revision H 27 a Autoclave User Manual 5 Operation 5 1 Sample Preparation 5 1 1 Preparation of the cement slurry curing strength testing of the cured sample should be done by following the procedures in the latest edition of the API Recommended Practice for Testing Oil Well Cements and Cement Additives API RP 10B This publication is available from the American Petroleum Institute Division of production 300 Corrigan Tower Building Dallas Texas 75201 USA
41. x fa dx viol Wo tij sown wes B al Ww EI i e te d 2 gt 0174 S1SSVHO Electrical Schematic HILIAS 83 23 64 Revision H 100072577 Cement Curing Autoclave User Manual x 18H5 1934 1231044 3H13901 Jala 31705 417 PPE PPE EE EERSREE IEEE Mo A mi w Figure 9 7 Electrical Schematic 230V Cement Curing Autoclave 65 Revision H 100072577 a Cement Curing Autoclave User Manual 10 Warranty and Returns 10 1 10 2 100072577 Warranty Please refer to the accompanying warranty statement enclosed with the product Return of Items For your protection items being returned must be carefully packed to prevent damage in shipment and insured against possible damage or loss FANN is not responsible for damage resulting from careless or insufficient packing Before returning items for any reason authorization must be obtained from Fann Instrument Company When applying for authorization include information regarding the reason the item is being returned See the Contact FANN section at the front of this manual to obtain correspondence and shipping addresses Revision H 66
42. y maintains that temperature throughout the curing period The maximum recommended curing temperature 1s 400 Degrees F 204 Degrees C A thermostat in the heating Jacket 1s set for an upper limit of 450 Degrees F 232 Degrees C for safety The practice of removing the curing chamber and cooling it under water is very dangerous It is not recommended because of the Wc AUTION danger of severe burns if touched or accidentally dropped Also 100072577 use extreme caution when placing a hot chamber in water Hot steam generated when the water hits the hot chamber can cause severe burns Revision H 1 amp fa Autoclave User Manual 1 3 Features e Single chassis contains all components in a durable stainless steel case e nsulated heating jacket reduces heating of the work area e Two two inch cube molds and covers are included e Adjustable pressure relief valve e Programmable temperature controller e Removable chamber carrying handle e Adjustable support feet Figure 1 1 Cement Curing Autoclave front view 100072577 Revision H 2 Autoclave User Manual Figure 1 2 Cement Curing Autoclave back view 100072577 Revision H 3 a Cement Curing Autoclave User Manual 2 Safety 2 1 100072577 Machine Hazards 2 1 1 Pressure Pressurized air and water lines present a hazard if not depressurized before maintenance or disasse

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