Parr Instrument 1341 - Manual (Page 2)

Table of Contents
P a r r I n s t r u m e n t C o m p a n y 2
Preface 3
Scope 3
Related Instructions 3
Important Information 3
Intended Usage 3
Explanation of Symbols 4
Safety Information 4
General Specifications 4
Environmental Conditions 4
Provisions for Lifting and Carrying 4
Assemble the Calorimeter 5
Operating the 1108 Oxygen Vessel 5
Operating the Calorimeter 6
Calculating the Heat of Combustion 8
Assembly of Data 8
Temperature Rise 8
Gross Heat of Combustion 9
Conversion to Other Bases 9
Standardizing the Calorimeter 10
The Energy Equivalent Factor 10
Standard Samples 10
Standardization Procedure 10
Discussion of Calculations 11
Acid Correction 11
Sulfur Correction 11
Fuse Wire Correction 11
Radiation Correction 11
Magnitude of Errors 12
Maintenance 12
Calorimeter Maintenance 12
General Cleaning Instructions 12
Fuse Ratings 12
Electric Ignition Problems 12
6772 Calorimetric Thermometer 13
Electrical Hookup of Thermometer to Calorimeter 14
Parts for the 1341 Calorimeter 15
Customer Service
Questions concerning the installation or operation
of this instrument can be answered by the Parr
Customer Service Department:
1-309-762-7716 • 1-800-872-7720
Fax: 1-309-762-9453
E-mail: [email protected]
www.parrinst.com