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1. NOTICE This document contains references to Varian Please note that Varian Inc is now part of Agilent Technologies For more information go to www agilent com chem Big Agilent Technologies Tapped Density Tester Operator s Manual P N 70 9010 November 2010 Revision J Limitation of Liability The information in this document is subject to change without notice Varian Inc makes no warranty of any kind with regard to this material including but not limited to the implied warranties or merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose Varian Inc shall not be liable for errors contained herein or for incidental consequential damages in connection with the furnishing performance or use of this material All rights are reserved Reproduction adaptation or translation without prior written permission is prohibited except as allowed under copyright laws First Edition November 2010 Tapped Density Tester Operator s Manual Part Number 70 9010 Revision J Printed in the United States of America The following terms are trademarks of Varian Inc Benchsaver e Practical Solutions BIO DIS III QA and QAII Enhancer Cell e TruCenter Full Flow Filters VanKel e Peak Vessel VKE All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners Varian Inc 13000 Weston Parkway Cary North Carolina 27513 2250 800 229 1108 919 677 1108 Fax 919 677 1138 w2. Printer Self Test You can test the print head and ribbon only after inserting paper Do not attempt to print without paper Follow these steps to perform a printer self test Step 1 Unplug the AC power adapter from the electrical outlet Varian Inc Page 36 Tapped Density Tester Revision J 11 10 Maintenance and Troubleshooting Operator s Manual P N 70 9010 Step 2 Press and hold the printer toggle switch in the Paper feed position Step 3 Plug the AC power adapter into the electrical outlet Step 4 Hold the printer toggle switch until printing begins The printer prints a list of the current configuration settings and performs a continuous print test Step 5 Press the printer toggle switch to the OnLine Off Line position to stop the printing operation Step 6 The printer is ready to resume normal operation Printer Configuration Note The printer configuration is set by the factory This procedure a s gt should be performed only if the printer displays erroneous characters Contact the Dissolution Systems Service Department for assistance if necessary Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Unplug the AC power adapter from the electrical outlet Press and hold the printer toggle switch in the OnLine Off Line position while plugging in the AC power adapter to the electrical outlet Hold the printer toggle switch in the OnLine Off Line position for six seconds after the AC power adap
3. date in mm dd yy format and time in 24 hour format display alternately To accept the current date and time press CLEAR The test duration displays and no further action is required To change the date and time press SET CLOCK again The date displays in mm dd yy format To accept the date as it displays press ENTER The time displays in 24 hour format To change the date enter the new value and press ENTER The time displays in 24 hour format To accept the time as it displays press ENTER The test duration displays To change the time enter the new value and press ENTER The test duration displays Varian Inc Revision J 11 10 Tapped Density Tester Page 23 P N 70 9010 Operator s Manual Installation and Setup Hidden Key Functions Hidden keys can be accessed only when the Printer On LED is not illuminated indicating that the printer is disabled and the motor is running Toggle PRINT to enable or disable the printer In order to enable the PRINT key press CLEAR gt 9 In the following table CLEAR gt function indicates you should press CLEAR and then the function key Key Sequence Function CLEAR gt 1 Use this key sequence to indicate a single cylinder CLEAR gt 2 Use this key sequence to indicate dual cylinders CLEAR gt 6 Use this key sequence to enable the PCB display CLEAR gt 7 Use this key sequence to indicate the Tapped Density Tester CLEAR gt 9 Use this key
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5. of a tool for removal may be opened only by Varian trained Varian qualified or Varian authorized service engineers Note Sr Adjusting the cam is a delicate procedure It takes only a slight movement to make a difference in the speed of the rotations Step 1 Remove any platforms and cylinders Step 2 Remove the side covers and the top cover of the tester Varian Inc Revision J 11 10 Tapped Density Tester Page 41 P N 70 9010 Operator s Manual Maintenance and Troubleshooting Step 3 Locate the set screw on the cam which requires adjustment and loosen it slightly Step 4 Adjust the cam by moving it gently to the left or right depending on the rotation problem If the rotations per minute are too low move the cam to the left If the rotations per minute are too high move the cam to the right Step 5 Retighten the set screw and replace the top cover Step 6 Replace the side covers FIGURE 2 Cam Diagram Varian Inc Page 42 Tapped Density Tester Revision J 11 10 Maintenance and Troubleshooting Operator s Manual P N 70 9010 This page was intentionally left blank except for this message Varian Inc Chapter 6 Service and Warranty The warranty is provided by Varian Inc or one of its authorized representatives Service and Warranty Information Varian dissolution products carry a one year warranty on parts and labor The Dissoluti
6. printer toggle switch to the OnLine Off Line position The Ready LED illuminates If not ensure the printer is securely plugged in and there is power at the outlet If the device still fails to respond see Troubleshooting on page 39 or call the Dissolution Systems Service Department Mounting Platforms and Cylinders Complete the following steps to mount platforms and cylinders Step 1 Step 2 Insert the shafts on the cylinder platforms into the sleeves on top of the unit The cylinder platforms simply drop into the sleeves and should be free to move up and down Slide the bases of the cylinders onto the cushioned platforms The base of each cylinder is held under the platform and secured by the pair of spring clips dE gt Note Each side of the dual Tapped Density Tester is calibrated to the corresponding platform Ensure the correct platform is placed into the proper sleeve left and right Varian Inc Page 22 Tapped Density Tester Revision J 11 10 Installation and Setup Operator s Manual P N 70 9010 Setting the Date and Time The Tapped Density Tester comes equipped with a battery backed up clock which stores the date and time If your unit is equipped with the Report Center Printer the date and starting time print on the report If applicable complete the following steps to set the date and time Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Press SET CLOCK The current
7. Operator s Manual P N 70 9010 Monthly Maintenance e Inspect the platform bushings for excessive wear e Inspect the platform cap drive bar for excessive wear e Inspect the platform clips for excessive wear e Check the integrity of the neoprene insert e Clean the outside of the tester with a damp cloth Annual Maintenance Warning The Tapped Density Tester contains electrical circuits devices and components operating at dangerous voltages Contact with these circuits devices and components can cause death serious injury or painful electric shock Panels or covers that are retained by fasteners which require the use of a tool for removal may be opened only by Varian trained Varian qualified or Varian authorized service engineers e Inspect all electrical connections for corrosion and damage e Clean the inside and outside of the tester with a damp cloth e Check belt tension total deflection should not exceed 1 2 inch 1 3 cm Report Center Impact Printer The following is helpful information for using your impact printer Installing the Cartridge Ribbon If the printer is used infrequently the print impression sometimes becomes weak because the ribbon dries out If the printed material is difficult to read and you suspect this is the Varian Inc Revision J 11 10 Tapped Density Tester Page 33 P N 70 9010 Operator s Manual Maintenance and Troubleshooting cause of the problem advance to a new se
8. Tester Page 29 Operator s Manual Operation Step 5 Step 6 Step 7 Step 8 Step 9 Pass the product through a number 18 sieve 1 00 mm sieve opening if appropriate and weigh the product for each cylinder separately Load the product into the cylinders and level it without compacting if necessary Press START STOP You are prompted to enter the initial weight in grams of the product in the cylinder Up to two weights can be entered depending on the number of cylinders used see Configuring for the Number of Cylinders Used on page 27 The following is a summary of what displays after you press START STOP but before the cylinders begin to tap e The numeral 1 displays on the display screen alternating with the last initial weight entered for the product in cylinder 1 Press ENTER to accept the displayed value or enter the new initial weight and press ENTER If you have indicated one cylinder the cylinder begins to tap e Ifyou have indicated two cylinders the numeral 2 flashes on the display screen alternating with the last initial weight entered for the product in cylinder 2 Press ENTER to accept the displayed value or enter the new initial weight and press ENTER The cylinders begin to tap At the end of the test when the cylinders have stopped tapping the Tapped Density Tester requests ending volumes for the products in each cylinder as it did for starting weights After the ending volume for the last
9. The cTUV mark signifies that this product has been tested to Canadian standards and certified for the Canadian market When the two marks are coupled the cTUVus mark signifies that this product has been tested to standards and certified for both markets WEEE Directive All Varian products that are subject to the WEEE directive shipped after August 13 2005 are compliant with the WEEE marking requirements Such products are marked with the crossed out wheelie bin WEEE symbol shown on page 12 in accordance with European Standard EN 50419 This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product must not be disposed of as unsorted municipal waste The separate collection and recycling of your waste equipment at the time of disposal will help to conserve natural resources and ensure that it is recycled in a manner that protects human health and the environment For more information on collection reuse and recycling systems please contact your local regional waste administration your local distributor or Varian Inc Varian Inc Page 14 Tapped Density Tester Revision J 11 10 Safety Practices and Hazards Operator s Manual P N 70 9010 This page was intentionally left blank except for this message Varian Inc chapter2 Introduction The Tapped Density Tester provides a standardized reproducible method for measuring the tapped or bulk density of powdered granulated or flaked materials This
10. c cabinet If your unit is not equipped with a Report Center Printer see Operating the Tapped Density Tester without a Printer on page 25 Configuring for the Number of Cylinders Used Complete the following steps to configure your printer equipped Tapped Density Tester for the number of cylinders in use Step 1 Ensure the PRINT key is enabled See Hidden Key Functions on page 23 for instructions on how to enable the PRINT key Step 2 Ensure the Printer On LED is not illuminated If the LED is illuminated press PRINT to disable the printer Step 3 Press START STOP The instrument begins tapping Step 4 Use the following keystroke combination depending on the number of cylinders you wish to specify e CLEAR gt 1 for one cylinder e CLEAR gt 2 for two cylinders If you select two cylinders you are prompted for two weights when you begin the test and two volumes at the end of the test Step 5 Press START STOP The instrument stops tapping Varian Inc Page 28 Tapped Density Tester Revision J 11 10 Operation Operator s Manual P N 70 9010 Step 6 Press PRINT to enable the printer The Printer On LED illuminates The next time you press START STOP with the printer enabled the appropriate number of initial weights and final volumes are requested based on the number of cylinders specified Running a Test Caution The Tapped Density Tester produces excessive noise levels During opera
11. ction of the ribbon by pressing the printer toggle switch to the Paper feed position If the printing is still faint replace the cartridge To install the cartridge Step 1 Toggle the printer off line by pressing the printer toggle switch to the OnLine Off Line position When the printer is off line the Ready LED does not illuminate Step 2 Four small grooves are embossed on the printer cover Gently push on these grooves to tilt the cover When the printer cover is tilted up you can lift it completely off Step 3 Push down on the right side of the ribbon cartridge marked PUSH and remove the old cartridge Step 4 Install the new cartridge If there is already paper in the printer hold the cartridge between your thumb and index finger slide it over the paper and into the printer compartment Ensure the paper is between the ribbon cartridge and the ink ribbon Ensure the ribbon cartridge is inserted firmly to prevent weak or irregular printing The cartridge must be properly seated and aligned for the best printing Step 5 Turn the cartridge knob marked by an arrow clockwise to stretch the ribbon taut Step 6 Replace the cover Step 7 Toggle the printer online by pressing the printer toggle switch to the OnLine Off Line position The Ready LED illuminates Step 8 Replace the paper if necessary If you get ribbon ink on the printer s plastic cover remove it immediately Once it dries it becomes difficult to remov
12. cylinder has been entered the Report Center prints a test report and the calculated tapped density for the products Varian Inc Page 30 Operation Tapped Density Tester Revision J 11 10 Operator s Manual P N 70 9010 Stopping a Test Step 1 Step 2 When running a test on a Tapped Density Tester equipped with a printer you can stop the test by pressing START STOP The cylinders stop immediately and the display requests the ending volumes for the products as described above Enter the ending volumes and press ENTER for each cylinder as applicable The printer prints a test report and calculates tapped density for the products even though the test was stopped prematurely Varian Inc chapters Maintenance and Troubleshooting Maintenance Warning The Tapped Density Tester contains electrical circuits devices and components operating at dangerous voltages Contact with these circuits devices and components can cause death serious injury or painful electric shock Periodic Maintenance Periodic maintenance needs may vary depending on frequency of instrument usage e Immediately wipe all spills or errant materials from the exterior of the instrument or any exposed part using a clean cloth and plain water e Store all tapped density cylinders on their side to reduce the chance of breakage Varian Inc Page 32 Tapped Density Tester Revision J 11 10 Maintenance and Troubleshooting
13. e Varian Inc Page 34 Tapped Density Tester Revision J 11 10 Maintenance and Troubleshooting Operator s Manual P N 70 9010 Replacing the Paper Roll Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 Step 6 Step 7 Step 8 Step 9 Toggle the printer off line by pressing the printer toggle switch to the OnLine Off Line position When the printer is off line the Ready LED does not illuminate Grasp the paper roll cover firmly by the grooves on the side and the front edge Pull outward to remove the cover Press the printer toggle switch to Paper feed to advance the paper approximately one inch beyond the paper cutter Using scissors cut the paper feeding to the printer and remove the paper roll Pull the remaining paper through the printer mechanism Pull the paper from the front paper cutter side Pulling the paper out of the back of the printer will damage the print mechanism Unroll several inches of paper on the new roll Cut a straight edge on the paper roll if it is jagged to facilitate the entry of the paper into the printer Slide the paper through the slot connecting the paper compartment and the printer compartment You can slide it in approximately 1 4 inch before it stops While holding the paper in place press the printer toggle switch to the Paper feed position and hold until approximately one inch of paper has emerged from the top of the printer Caution Ensure the
14. ected Enter either the number of taps up to 999 999 or the time duration in hh mm ss format as applicable and press ENTER Once entered the test duration is saved by the unit and does not need to be reset unless you want to change it To change the duration enter the new value and press ENTER Pass the product through a number 18 sieve 1 00 mm sieve opening if appropriate and weigh the product for each cylinder separately Load the product into the cylinders and level it without compacting if necessary Press START STOP to begin The time duration or number of taps count down on the display screen and the test stops automatically when 0 is reached The display automatically resets to the original set value preparing the instrument for the next test To calculate the tapped density use the following equation tapped density initial weight final volume Stopping a Test When running a test on a Tapped Density Tester without a printer you can stop the test by pressing START STOP The cylinders stop immediately and the display returns to the original test length setting Varian Inc Revision J 11 10 Tapped Density Tester Page 27 P N 70 9010 Operator s Manual Operation Operating the Tapped Density Tester witha Printer Caution The Tapped Density Tester produces excessive noise levels During operation consider wearing approved hearing protection devices or operating the unit in the optional acousti
15. ent In count mode the display does not count down when tapping occurs The micro roller switch needs to be adjusted Adjust the height of the switch so that it is depressed fully when the drive bar rotates The micro roller switch is faulty Contact the Dissolution Systems Service Department Varian Inc Page 40 Tapped Density Tester Revision J 11 10 Maintenance and Troubleshooting Operator s Manual P N 70 9010 Problem Possible Cause Suggested Solution The platforms do not spin The drop cams are out of spin less than 5 revolutions calibration per minute or spin greater than 15 revolutions per minute The graduated cylinder has The bushing platform is excessive wobble at the worn top of the cylinder Adjust the drop cam See Cam Adjustment below Contact the Dissolution Systems Service Department The optional Report Center The printer is disabled Printer does not function Enable the printer See Hidden Key Functions on page 23 There is no power at the outlet The printer is not plugged in Ensure the outlet has power going to it Ensure the printer is securely connected to an electrical outlet The printer is off line Toggle the printer toggle switch online See Toggling Your Printer Online on page 35 Cam Adjustment Caution Panels or covers that are retained by fasteners which require the use
16. er into any power outlet ensure the instrument is properly configured for the voltage provided Check the serial number tag on the rear panel of the instrument to confirm the voltage requirement Step 4 Step 5 Connect the power cord found in the instrument accessory kit between the receptacle on the rear panel and an electrical outlet of the appropriate voltage Turn on the Tapped Density Tester The LED on the front panel illuminates If not ensure the unit is securely plugged in and there is power at the outlet If the unit still fails to respond see Troubleshooting on page 39 or call the Dissolution Systems Service Department Connecting the Report Center Printer If your unit is equipped with the optional Report Center Printer complete the following steps to connect it to your Tapped Density Tester Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Remove the printer from the shipping carton Place it on a clean dry level area of your benchtop to the left of your Tapped Density Tester Connect the printer cable between the rear of the printer and the port on the left side panel of the Tapped Density Tester Connect the AC power adapter between the jack on the rear of the printer and an electrical outlet of the appropriate voltage Varian Inc Revision J 11 10 P N 70 9010 Tapped Density Tester Page 21 Operator s Manual Installation and Setup Step 5 Toggle the printer online by pressing the
17. for this message Varian Inc List of Figures FIGURE 1 Dual platform Tapped Density Tester 16 FIGURE 2 Cam Diagram 41 Varian Inc List of Figures This page was intentionally left blank except for this message Varian Inc chapter1 Safety Practices and Hazards The Tapped Density Tester has been carefully designed so that when used properly you have an accurate fast flexible and safe instrument If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer the protection provided by the equipment may be impaired Operation of a Tapped Density Tester involves the use of solids and powders Unskilled improper or careless use of this instrument can create shock hazards fire hazards or other hazards which can cause death serious injury to personnel or severe damage to equipment and property Information on safety practices is provided with your instrument and operation manuals Before using your instrument or accessories you must thoroughly read these safety practices Observe all relevant safety practices at all times Varian Inc Page 10 Tapped Density Tester Revision J 11 10 Safety Practices and Hazards Operator s Manual P N 70 9010 Electrical Hazards The Tapped Density Tester contains electrical circuits devices and components operating at dangerous voltages Contact with these circuits devices and components can cause death serious injury or painful elec
18. informed of any issues that arise concerning your equipment such as upgrades retrofits or regulatory changes Varian Inc Page 18 Tapped Density Tester Revision J 11 10 Introduction Operator s Manual P N 70 9010 This page was intentionally left blank except for this message Varian Inc chapter3 Installation and Setup Unpacking Your Equipment Complete these steps to safely unpack and set up your equipment Step 1 Open each carton and check the contents for damage which may have occurred during shipping Shipping damage rarely occurs but if it does contact both the carrier who delivered the instruments and the Dissolution Systems Service Department Though claims for damage should be filed with the carrier we can help you file a claim Step 2 Carefully remove the Tapped Density Tester base unit from the shipping carton Place it on a clean dry level area of your benchtop within four feet 122 cm of a grounded electrical outlet is the primary disconnect for the instrument The tester should be positioned to allow accessibility to the power cord for easy disconnection Warning GN The electrical connection at the back of the Tapped Density Tester Varian Inc Page 20 Tapped Density Tester Revision J 11 10 Installation and Setup Operator s Manual P N 70 9010 Step 3 Ensure the power is off A Warning Before plugging the Tapped Density Test
19. is important since changes in the tapped density of raw materials can affect their performance during the manufacturing process For example powders which do not meet the normal incoming QC tapped density specification might tend to clog tablet presses and disrupt the manufacturing process The tapping action is generated by a rotating eccentric camshaft which lifts the platform and allows it to drop back to its original position A shoulder machines into the cam causing the platform to rotate approximately 5 15 times per minute ensuring an evenly packed surface The drive motor is synchronous with the AC line frequency for the highest possible speed accuracy and precision It is geared to provide a nominal speed of 300 taps per minute Warning The Tapped Density Tester contains electrical circuits devices and components operating at dangerous voltages Contact with these circuits devices and components can cause death serious injury or painful electric shock Varian Inc Page 16 Tapped Density Tester Revision J 11 10 Introduction Operator s Manual P N 70 9010 Select the tapping program on the basis of time or the number of taps via the front panel keypad An optional Report Center Printer provides hard copy documentation of instrument operation and allows you to have the instrument handle your tapped density calculations FIGURE 1 Dual platform Tapped Density Tester Caution Panels or covers
20. isposed of as unsorted municipal waste see WEEE Directive on page 13 General CE Compliant Products The Tapped Density Tester has been designed to comply with the requirements of the Electro magnetic Compatibility EMC Directive and the Low Voltage Directive LVD of the EU Varian Inc has confirmed that each product complies with the relevant directives by testing a prototype against the prescribed European Norm EN standards Varian Inc Revision J 11 10 Tapped Density Tester Page 13 P N 70 9010 Operator s Manual Safety Practices and Hazards Proof that a product complies with the directives is indicated by e the CE marking appearing on the rear of the product e the documentation package that accompanies the product containing a copy of the declaration of conformity This declaration is the legal declaration by Varian Inc that the product complies with the directives and also shows the EN standards to which the product was tested to demonstrate compliance The declaration of conformity is signed by the representative of the manufacturing plant cTUVus U S and Canadian Product Approvals The Tapped Density Tester has been designed to comply with North American safety requirements This product has been tested and certified for the North American market by TUV Rheinland of North America Inc The TUVus mark signifies that this product has been tested to U S standards and certified for the U S market
21. ity Tester Revision J 11 10 Maintenance and Troubleshooting Operator s Manual P N 70 9010 Fuse Replacement Warning The Tapped Density Tester contains electrical circuits devices and components operating at dangerous voltages Contact with these circuits devices and components can cause death serious injury or painful electric shock Panels or covers that are retained by fasteners which require the use of a tool for removal may be opened only by Varian trained Varian qualified or Varian authorized service engineers Follow these steps to replace the fuse Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 Step 6 Before checking or attempting to replace a fuse unplug the Tapped Density Tester and remove the power cord from the unit Press the release tab on the fuse holder located in the power entry module with the blade of a small screwdriver or equivalent Upon release slide the holder out of the power entry module Remove the old fuse and insert the new fuse Slide the holder back into the power entry module and push until it locks into place Replace the power cord Warning Never replace a fuse with one of a higher amperage rating Doing so may compromise the safety margin and could result in damage to the instrument or personal injury Varian Inc Revision J 11 10 P N 70 9010 Tapped Density Tester Operator s Manual Page 39 Maintenance and Troubleshooting Troub
22. leshooting We can assist you if you experience problems or have questions concerning your Tapped Density Tester Many problems can be traced to simple sources and are easily solved Following is a troubleshooting guide which may help you The Dissolution Systems Service Department can be reached at 800 229 1108 within the USA or 919 677 1108 outside the USA You can send a fax to 919 677 1138 You may also e mail the Dissolution Systems Service Department at dissolution service varianinc com Problem Possible Cause Suggested Solution The LED does not There is no power at the Ensure the outlet has power going illuminate outlet to it The unit is not plugged in Ensure the unit is securely connected to an electrical outlet The fuse is blown open Replace the fuse See Fuse Replacement on page 38 The unit does not tap or taps sporadically The motor or gear box is faulty Contact the Dissolution Systems Service Department The drive belt is broken or loose Check the belt tension If the total deflection exceeds 1 2 inch 1 3 cm tighten the belt If the belt is broken contact the Dissolution Systems Service Department The test length is incorrect The wrong operating mode may be selected Set the proper mode counter or timer See Running a Test on page 25 and page 28 The micro switch is not making contact Contact the Dissolution Systems Service Departm
23. on Systems Service Department or one of its representatives will at its option either repair or replace any mechanical and electrical components in your instrument which prove to be defective During the first year of warranty coverage there is no charge for the labor to repair your unit The Dissolution Systems Service Department or one of its representatives will determine the best site to repair the unit either onsite or returned to Varian Inc Any onsite warranty services are provided only at the initial installation point Installation and onsite warranty services are available only in Dissolution Systems service travel areas Varian Inc Page 44 Tapped Density Tester Revision J 11 10 Service and Warranty Operator s Manual P N 70 9010 Exclusions and Limitations Excluded from this warranty are expendable or consumable items such as but not limited to paddles baskets vessels and acrylic water baths Also excluded are defects from improper or inadequate maintenance by the customer user induced chemical action or contamination unauthorized modification or misuse and improper site preparation and maintenance Operation of software is not warranted to be uninterrupted or error free Obtaining Warranty Service To obtain warranty service in the United States contact the Dissolution Systems Service Department at 800 229 1108 to obtain authorization to return units for repair At the option of the customer onsite war
24. on J 11 10 Service and Warranty Operator s Manual P N 70 9010 This page was intentionally left blank except for this message Varian Inc Index c cartridge ribbon 32 configurations available 16 conventions 17 cylinders 21 d date time clock setting 22 e equipment unpacking 19 exclusions 44 exclusive remedies 45 f fuse replacement 38 h hazards 9 hidden key functions 23 i installation 19 installing the printer cartridge ribbon 32 limitations 44 m maintenance 31 monthly maintenance 32 mounting cylinders 21 mounting platforms 21 o obtaining warranty service 44 operating with a printer 27 operating without a printer 25 p periodic maintenance 31 platforms 21 printer configuration 36 printer self test 35 printer toggling online 35 Varian Inc Index r reader comment form 49 report center printer 32 S safety practices 9 self test printer 35 service 43 setup 19 stopping a test 26 30 t troubleshooting 39 typographical conventions 17 u unpacking your equipment 19 w warranty 43 warranty limitations 44 Varian Inc ap m8 VARIAN Tell Us How We Are Doing We listen to our customers We work hard to make our technical documentation user friendly and to make the information in our manuals easy to retrieve and use We d like you to tell us the kinds of additional information you d find helpful in our documentation Your
25. ranty service is available but travel charges may be incurred The customer should prepay all shipping charges for products returned to the Dissolution Systems Service Department unless otherwise authorized and Varian Inc will pay all charges for return to the customer Warranty Limitations Varian Inc makes no other warranty either express or implied with respect to this product Specifically disclaimed are any implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular use In no event will Varian Inc be liable for any indirect incidental or consequential damages arising from the use of this product This warranty gives you specific legal rights which may vary from state to state or province to province so you may have other rights and some of these exclusions may not apply to you Varian Inc Page 45 Revision J 11 10 Tapped Density Tester Service and Warranty P N 70 9010 Operator s Manual Exclusive Remedies The remedies provided herein are the customer s sole and exclusive remedies In no event shall Varian Inc or its representatives be liable for any direct indirect special incidental or consequential damages whether based on contract tort or any other legal theory Some states or provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you Varian Inc Page 46 Tapped Density Tester Revisi
26. roll of paper feeds squarely If it does not the paper can jam and possibly damage the printer mechanism Varian Inc Revision J 11 10 Tapped Density Tester Page 35 P N 70 9010 Operator s Manual Maintenance and Troubleshooting Step 10 Release the printer toggle switch Step 11 Turn the paper roll to take up any slack in the paper feeding to the printer Step 12 Place the paper roll into the paper compartment Step 13 Replace the paper roll cover If the cover is difficult to remove or replace the left and right edges can be trimmed or shaved with a utility knife allowing the cover to slide easier Step 14 Toggle the printer online by pressing the printer toggle switch to the OnLine Off Line position The Ready LED illuminates Toggling Your Printer Online Complete these steps to toggle your printer online Step 1 Step 2 Toggle the printer online by pushing the printer toggle switch to the OnLine Off Line position Release the switch and it returns to the center position The Ready LED illuminates and a READY message prints if the PRINT READY command has not been turned off See Printer Configuration on page 36 for instructions on turning on and off the PRINT READY command When you first turn on the printer it prints a READY message to assure you that the built in microprocessor is operating properly When you turn off the printer wait at least three seconds before turning it back on
27. sequence to enable the PRINT key CLEAR gt 0 Use this key sequence to disable the PRINT key Varian Inc Page 24 Tapped Density Tester Revision J 11 10 Installation and Setup Operator s Manual P N 70 9010 This page was intentionally left blank except for this message Varian Inc chapter4 Operation Operating the Tapped Density Tester without a Printer Caution The Tapped Density Tester produces excessive noise levels During operation consider wearing approved hearing protection devices or operating the unit in the optional acoustic cabinet If your unit is equipped with a Report Center Printer see Operating the Tapped Density Tester with a Printer on page 27 Running a Test Complete the following steps to run a test using a Tapped Density Tester not equipped with a Report Center Printer Step 1 Ensure the PRINT key is disabled See Hidden Key Functions on page 23 for instructions on how to disable the PRINT key Varian Inc Page 26 Operation Tapped Density Tester Revision J 11 10 Operator s Manual P N 70 9010 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 Step 6 Step 7 Select the mode of operation either timer or counter by pressing TIME COUNT This key toggles the unit between the two operating modes The Timer LED illuminates to indicate the timer option is selected The Counter LED illuminates to indicate the counter option is sel
28. ter is replaced then release the switch The printer should print SETUP MENU and CONFIGURE NEXT OK If this message does not print repeat steps 1 and 2 The printer toggle switch is used to complete the configuration Pressing the left side of the printer toggle switch selects NEXT to advance to the next menu item Pressing the right side of the printer toggle switch selects OK to accept what is stated on this line of the menu item Each time the switch is pressed another part of the menu prints Allow the printer to finish printing before pressing the switch again See the table of commands on the following page Varian Inc Revision J 11 10 Tapped Density Tester Page 37 P N 70 9010 Operator s Manual Maintenance and Troubleshooting _ gt Note The printout is easier to read if the printer cover is removed SETUP MENU CONFIGURE NEXT OK Press NEXT to avoid configuration CUSTOM NEXT OkK Press OK to enter custom mode CUSTOM MENU PRINT CUSTOM SETUP NEXT OK Press NEXT AUTO SEQ NO NEXT OK Press OK ZERO NEXT OK Press OK POUND SIGN NEXT OK Press OK _ UNDERSCORE NEXT OK Press OK ONLINE OFFLINE YES NEXT OkK Press OK EXT CH SET NO NEXT OK Press OK PRINT READY YES NEXT OK Press NEXT PRINT READY NO NEXT OK Press OK READY Your printer is now configured correctly Varian Inc Page 38 Tapped Dens
29. that are retained by fasteners which require the use of a tool for removal may be opened only by Varian trained Varian qualified or Varian authorized service engineers Available Configurations The Tapped Density Tester is available in single platform and dual platform models Standard configurations include one or two 100 mL funnel top cylinders and platforms as appropriate Optionally 10 25 50 250 and 500 mL cylinders and platforms are available All can be interchanged with no mechanical modification to the instrument Varian Inc Page 17 Revision J 11 10 Tapped Density Tester Introduction P N 70 9010 Operator s Manual In addition to the standard USP design with a drop of 14 2 mm an ASTM version is also available with a 3 mm 10 drop no cylinder rotation and a 250 taps per minute nominal speed This version is used for industrial applications such as chemicals and powdered metals Conventions Used in this Manual e Items you are asked to press are in bold For example press START STOP on the keypad or Press ENTER e Key sequences you are asked to press appear like this CLEAR gt 7 Note Remember to return the warranty card supplied with this manual Completing and returning the card ensures your right to I protection under the terms and conditions of your warranty It also enables us to better assist you in the event of any problems Additionally it guarantees you will be
30. tion consider wearing approved hearing protection devices or operating the unit in the optional acoustic cabinet If your Tapped Density Tester is equipped with the optional Report Center Printer you can print a report at the end of each test to document the date starting time mode selected and set values initial weights final volumes and tapped densities If the Printer On LED is illuminated the printer is enabled Press PRINT to enable or disable the printer Complete the following steps to operate your Tapped Density Tester with Report Center Printer Step 1 Ensure the printer is enabled When the printer is enabled the Printer On LED illuminates Step 2 Toggle the printer online by pressing the printer toggle switch to the OnLine Off Line position The Ready LED illuminates Step 3 Select the mode of operation either timer or counter by pressing TIME COUNT This key toggles the unit between the two operating modes The Timer LED illuminates to indicate the timer option is selected The Counter LED illuminates to indicate the counter option is selected Step 4 Enter either the number of taps up to 999 999 or the time duration in hh mm ss format as applicable and press ENTER Once entered the test duration is saved by the unit and does not need to be reset unless you want to change it To change the duration enter the new value and press ENTER Varian Inc Revision J 11 10 P N 70 9010 Tapped Density
31. tric shock Panels or covers that are retained by fasteners which require the use of a tool for removal may be opened only by Varian trained Varian qualified or Varian authorized service engineers Consult the manuals or product labels supplied with the Tapped Density Tester to determine which parts are operator accessible Application of the wrong supply voltage connection of the instrument to an incorrectly wired supply outlet or lack of proper electrical grounding can create a fire hazard or a potentially serious shock hazard and could seriously damage the instrument and any attached ancillary equipment Always use a three wire outlet with ground connection which is adequately rated for the load The installation must comply with local state and federal safety regulations Do not connect the instrument to the main power supply until you have made sure that the operating voltage is correctly set for the main power supply in the specific outlet in your laboratory to which the equipment will be connected Other Other specific warnings and cautions appear in the manuals where appropriate and detail the specific hazard describe how to avoid it and specify the possible consequences of not heeding the warning or caution Warning A Warning message appears in the manual when failure to observe instructions or precautions could result in death or injury Symbols depicting the nature of the specific hazard are also placed alongside
32. warnings Varian Inc Revision J 11 10 Tapped Density Tester Page 11 P N 70 9010 Operator s Manual Safety Practices and Hazards These symbols may be used on warning labels attached to the instrument When you see one of these symbols you must refer to the relevant operation or service manual for the correct procedure referred to by that warning label The meaning of the symbols that appear alongside warnings in this manual are as follows Electrical shock Caution Refer to accompanying documents Read all warnings and cautions carefully and observe them at all times Caution A Caution message appears in the manual when failure to observe instructions could result in damage to equipment Varian supplied and or other associated equipment A Note appears in the manual to give advice or information Varian Inc Page 12 Tapped Density Tester Revision J 11 10 Safety Practices and Hazards Operator s Manual P N 70 9010 Information symbols Switches main power on Switches main power off Indicates single phase alternating current Indicates the product complies with the requirements of one C or more European Union EU directives O Indicates specific equipment meets consensus based N standards of safety to provide assurance required by te J OSHA that these products are safe for use in the workplace c 2 ames US 3 zs for North America Indicates that this product must not be d
33. ww varianinc com ap x8 VARIAN Copyright c 1999 2010 by Varian Inc Table of Contents Chapter 1 Safety Practices and Hazards 9 Electrical Hazards 10 Other 10 General 12 WEEE Directive 13 Chapter 2 Introduction 15 Available Configurations 16 Conventions Used in this Manual 17 Varian Inc Table of Contents Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Chapter 5 Installation and Setup 19 Unpacking Your Equipment 19 Connecting the Report Center Printer 20 Mounting Platforms and Cylinders 21 Setting the Date and Time 22 Hidden Key Functions 23 Operation 25 Operating the Tapped Density Tester without a Printer 25 Running a Test 25 Stopping a Test 26 Operating the Tapped Density Tester with a Printer 27 Configuring for the Number of Cylinders Used 27 Running a Test 28 Stopping a Test 30 Maintenance and Troubleshooting 31 Maintenance 31 Periodic Maintenance 31 Report Center Impact Printer 32 Installing the Cartridge Ribbon 32 Replacing the Paper Roll 34 Toggling Your Printer Online 35 Printer Self Test 35 Printer Configuration 36 Fuse Replacement 38 Troubleshooting 39 Cam Adjustment 40 Varian Inc Table of Contents Chapter 6 Service and Warranty 43 Exclusions and Limitations 44 Obtaining Warranty Service 44 Warranty Limitations 44 Exclusive Remedies 45 Index 47 Tell Us How We Are Doing 49 Varian Inc Table of Contents This page was intentionally left blank except
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