Brookfield DV-II+ Digital Viscometer - Manual (Page 11)

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Figure 14
Note: 1. If the MOTOR is OFF or the RPM is 0.0, the maximum viscosity displayed will be 0.0
cP (or 0.0 mPa.s).
2. While the Viscometer is in the Auto Range mode, any data sent to an attached printer or
computer reflects the displayed values (i.e. Auto Range values).
Pressing and holding the AUTO RANGE key during power on will enable the selectable display to
be read in either CGS or SI units. To change the unit format:
1. Turn the power off.
2. Press and hold the AUTO RANGE key and turn the power ON.
The DV-II+ will retain the unit selection when the viscometer is turned OFF.
CGS SI
Viscosity cP mPa.s
Shear Stress dyne/cm2 N/m2
Shear Rate sec-1 sec-1
Torque % %
DV-II+ Viscometers without this function can be updated. Contact Brookfield or your local
Brookfield dealer for this service.
II.6 Out of Range
The DV-II + gives indications for out of specification or out-of-range operation. When % (Torque)
readings exceed 100.0 % (over-range), the display changes to that shown in Figure 15:
Figure 15
EEEE will also appear when viscosity or shear stress are over range. You must change either speed
or spindle to correct this condition. If you operate at spindle speeds that produce % (Torque) below
10.0 % (under-range), the DV-II
+ displays % (Torque), cP (Viscosity) and SS (Shear Stress)
preceded by a “?” as shown in Figure 16:
Figure 16