Cannon Instrument CAV-2000 - Manual (Page 7)

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CANNON ® Automatic Viscometer Models CAV-2100 and CAV-2200 with VISCPRO ® Instruction & Operation Manual
Version 2g — May, 2009; CANNON ® Instrument Company
2139 High Tech Road • State College, PA 16803 • USA
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INTRODUCTION/SOFTWARE
INSTALLATION
The CANNON ® Automatic Viscometer (CAV 2000 Series)
The CANNON ® Automatic Viscometer (CAV) is a completely automatic
viscometer designed for unattended operation. The operator places
samples in small vials in the sample holders, enters sample identification
information and initiates the testing with software or front panel keypad
commands. Without any further operator involvement, the CAV deter-
mines kinematic viscosity, cleans the capillary tube(s) and prepares the
instrument for the next test. All pertinent test data can be saved to a
computer database for future retrieval and reporting.
Manual This manual is designed to provide the operator with information about:
VISCPRO ® software installation and operation
CAV 2000 Series equipment and operation
Calibration, service and maintenance procedures
For additional information on initial installation and instrument setup,
refer to the Installation & Setup Guide.
Applications Previous CAV models have been used
in laboratories worldwide for over two
decades. CAV instruments can be found
in R&D laboratories, refinery quality
control laboratories, blending plants,
and independent testing laboratories.
The CAV is ideally suited for the
analysis of both transparent and opaque
samples. A variety of materials, such as
used oils, marine fuels, residual fuels,
and crude oils can be tested with ease.
Precision
Precision for the kinematic viscosity
determination of the CAV equals or
exceeds that specified in ASTM
Method D 445. This method is required
by the Society of Automotive Engineers
(SAE) Engine Oil Viscosity Classifica-
tion SAE J300.
The CAV-2200