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- Page 1 Model 2025 Automated HTHP Consistometer #120-35 - Consistometer #120-35-DAS - With Computer Instruction Manual Updated 8/23/2022 Ver. 1 OFI Testing Equipment, Inc. 11302 Steeplecrest Dr. · Houston, Texas · 77065 · U.S.A. Tele: 832.320.7300 · Fax: 713.880.9886 · www.ofite.com Copyright OFITE 2022 ©...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Utilities..................31 Archive ..................32 Manual Control ................33 Start Test ...................34 Operation ..................35 Filling the Slurry Cup ..............35 Starting a Test ................37 Completing the Test ..............39 OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com... - Page 3 Cell Diagram ................57 Slurry Cup Diagram ..............58 Potentiometer Diagram .............60 Potentiometer Adjustment ............61 Fuses and Breakers ..............62 Multiple Instruments ..............63 Warranty and Return Policy ............64 OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com...
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Page 4: Requirements
Air/Nitrogen Supply (100 – 120 PSI / 689.5 – 827.4 kPa) Water Supply for Cooling (40 PSI / 276 kPa) Water Drain 220 Volt, 50/60 Hz, 30 Amp electrical power supply OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com... -
Page 5: Specifications
Air Hose, 6', Qty: 2 #141-19 Air Hose Adapter, Qty: 6 #141-27 Drain Hose, Stainless Steel #143-01 Gauge, 0 – 200 PSI #171-45-4 Bath Thermocouple OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com... - Page 6 Drive Pin for Slurry Cup, Qty: 12 #120-513 Gasket for Slurry Cup, Qty: 6 #120-514 Drive Disk Set Screw, Qty: 10 #120-519 Slurry Cup ASsembly #120-602 Calibration Spring, Qty: 3 OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com...
- Page 7 Fuse, 5 Amp, 5 mm × 20 mm, Qty: 5 #122-077 Fuse, 10 Amp, 5 mm × 20 mm, Qty: 5 #130-75-28 Allen Key, 1/16", 1¾" Long, Qty: 2 OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com...
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Page 8: Safety
Caution: Note - This symbol is used to indicate statements in the manual which warn against actions which may cause damage to the equipment during routine service or maintenance. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com... - Page 9 OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com...
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Page 10: Quick Start
If you will be using the onboard controls to run the test, first select a test to run (see page 29), then touch the Start Test button. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com... -
Page 11: Completing A Test
11. Return the cell cap to the test cell to prevent dust and other material from entering the cell. 12. Turn the MAIN POWER switch off. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com... -
Page 12: Setup
POWER into an uninterruptible power supply (UPS). In the event of a power outage, the heaters will shut off, but the rest of the electronics will continue to work and the test will keep running. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com... - Page 13 Use the sight glass on the front to check the oil level. Reservoir 7. Turn the “Main Power” switch On. 8. Calibrate the potentiometer before connecting the Consistometer to a computer. See page 51. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com...
- Page 14 Onboard Display Cell USB Port Pressure Switches Scroll Wheel Thermocouple Port Thermocouple Storage Cell Cap Pressure Release Valve OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com...
- Page 15 OFF: The motor will not turn at all. ON: The motor will turn at 150 RPM until stopped. ALARM: Turns the audible alarm on or off. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com...
- Page 16 200°F before releasing the pressure. Always release the pressure very slowly to avoid pulling cement into the plumbing. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com...
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Page 17: Software
3. Choose “Options” from the “Edit” menu on the main software screen. 4. Select a folder to save all test data and click “OK”. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com... -
Page 18: Setup
Use this option to determine which thermocouple will be used to control the temperature. The “Sample” setting is recommended during testing. The “Bath” setting is recommended during pre-heat. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com... - Page 19 4. On the Profile tab, select a Test Profile from the list. To create a new Test Profile, click the “Open Builder” button (page 19). 5. Click “Save” OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com...
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Page 20: Profile Builder
Ramp – This will increase the temperature or pressure up to the target in a set number of minutes. You will be prompted for the ramp time (hh:mm:ss) and target. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com... - Page 21 6. Click the “OK” button to exit the “Setup” screen. The new Temperature Profile will now appear in the “Available Profiles” list on the “Profile” tab. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com...
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Page 22: Main Screen
Main Screen The Info tab shows the test information. The Profile tab shows a graph of the Test Profile and details about each step. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com... - Page 23 The Chart tab shows a graph of the current test conditions. The Log Data tab shows the data for the current test. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com...
- Page 24 The Events & Cal Values tab shows any calculated values or events that have been triggered. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com...
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Page 25: Events
7. Click the Add button to add the Event. 8. To modify an Alert, select it in the list, make your changes, and then click the Update button. 9. Click Save. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com... -
Page 26: Calculated Values
4. Click the Add button to add the Calculated Value. 5. To modify a Calculated Value, select it in the list, make your changes, and then click the Update button. 6. Click Save. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com... -
Page 27: Onboard Display
2. Press the Control Wheel to select a parameter. 3. Turn the Control Wheel to scroll through available values for the param- eter. 4. Press the Control Wheel to select a value. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com... -
Page 28: Real-Time Data
2 minutes, it will automatically revert to this screen. Here Display you can see the current test parameters. This screen does not accept any inputs. Real-Time Data Real-Time Data OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com... -
Page 29: Test Setup - Test Config
Signal LED R: When the consistency reaches this level, the red light will come on. 3. Select “Save” when done. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com... -
Page 30: Test Setup - Profile
5. To remove a step, select it in the list and select the “REMOVE STEP” but- ton. 6. When you are finished adding steps, select the “SAVE” button. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com... -
Page 31: Calibrate
1. Select the system (Pressure, Temperature, Consitency) to calibrate. 2. Follow the onscreen instructions. Pressure: See page 54. Temperature: See page 55. Consistency: See page 51. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com... -
Page 32: Utilities
Temperature: Choose either °F (Fahrenheit) or °C (Celsius) Pressure: Choose units for cell pressure (psi or MPa). 2. Select “Apply” when done. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com... -
Page 33: Archive
The list of available tests or calibrations will populate on the right. 3. Choose the item to export. 4. Select “Export”. The file will be saved to the USB drive. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com... -
Page 34: Manual Control
Utilities screen (Bath or Cell). If the Cell thermocouple is selected, a thermocouple must be connected to the port on the bulkhead to prevent alarms. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com... -
Page 35: Start Test
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Page 36: Operation
4. Slide the slurry cup lock ring on top of the paddle assembly with the two notches facing upward. Tighten the locking ring completely using the provided slurry cup tool. Gasket Base Locking Ring OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com... - Page 37 9. Wipe the entire slurry cup clean to ensure that no cement remains on the outside. Pivot Bearing Slurry Cup Tool Slurry Cup Slurry Cup Stand OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com...
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Page 38: Starting A Test
When the cell is full, oil will leak out of the thermocouple fitting on the cell cap. When this happens, tighten the fitting to seal the cell. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com... - Page 39 If you will be using the onboard controls to run the test, first select a test to run (see page 29), then touch the Start Test button. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com...
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Page 40: Completing The Test
9. Return the cell cap to the test cell to prevent dust and other material from entering the cell. Turn the MAIN POWER switch off. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com... -
Page 41: Maintenance
6. Place a pail or bucket underneath the test cell. Flush the test cell and magnetic drive with mineral oil. Use a soft-bristle brush to remove any debris. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com... - Page 42 The high-pressure filter should be cleaned when the flow of oil back into the reservoir is obstructed (see page 45 for instructions). OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com...
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Page 43: Potentiometer
Carefully place the new resistor into the groove and ensure that it is centered between the two terminating contacts. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com... - Page 44 Rotate the center shaft to ensure that the spring does not bind or rub the potentiometer housing. h. Replace the shaft-bearing retainer and calibrate the potentiometer. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com...
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Page 45: Rupture Disk
Then re-install the block into the plumbing line. Rupture Disk High-Pressure Filter OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com... -
Page 46: Oil Filter
5. When the reservoir is empty, close the drain valve. 6. Pour approximately 4 liters of mineral oil into the reservoir. 7. Replace the reservoir cap. Make sure the seal is tight. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com... -
Page 47: Pressure Relief Valve Regulator
Air Regulator Gauge, 0-200 PSI (#120-50-037) (#143-01) OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com... -
Page 48: Troubleshooting
The thermocouple Replace the thermocouple assembly. assembly is damaged. The Solid State Relay Replace the SSR (Contact OFITE). (SSR) is bad. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com... - Page 49 The pressure release Replace the PRV. valve (PRV) is damaged. Check the level in the reservoir and Not enough oil in reservoir add if needed. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com...
- Page 50 Air-operated valve is Replace the valve (Contact OFITE). leaking or damaged. Pressure relief valve Adjust regulator to appropriate value regulator is not properly (see page 46). OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com...
- Page 51 Tighten the three screws. potentiometer on the bottom of the will not hold potentiometer body are calibration. loose. The resistor is bad. Replace the resistor. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com...
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Page 52: Calibration
4. Let the cord hang over the wheel and off the table. 5. Attach the hook to the cord. Weight in Groove Calibration Stand OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com... - Page 53 The API specifies that each calibration point must be within 5 Bc of the standard. If any calibration point is outside this range, the entire calibration will fail. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com...
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Page 54: Value Chart
± 5 1,040 1,300 1,560 1,820 2,080 For a potentiometer mechanism with a different radius, an appropriate table with equivalent tolerances shall be used OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com... -
Page 55: Pressure
For onboard control, touch Calibrate and then Pressure. b. For software control, select Pressure Transducer from the Calibrate menu. 3. Follow the instructions on the screen. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com... -
Page 56: Temperature
For onboard control, touch Calibrate and then Temperature. b. For software control, select Temperature from the Calibrate menu 3. Follow the instructions on the screen. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com... -
Page 57: Cell Cap O-Ring And Backup Ring
7. Apply anti-seize compound to the cell cap threads. Backup Ring (#120-35-004-2) O-ring (#120-149) Retaining Ring (#120-148) OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com... -
Page 58: Cell Diagram
Hex Nut, Qty: 2 (#120-202A) Spacer, Qty: 2 (#120-202B) Washer, Qty: 4 (#120-202C) Cooling Jacket Hex Nut, Qty: 4 (#120-35-095) (#120-202D) Cell Stand (#120-35-014) OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com... -
Page 59: Slurry Cup Diagram
Diaphragm Retaining Ring (#120-508) Paddle Pin (#120-503) Paddle (#120-506) Sleeve (#120-501) Gasket (#120-513) Base (#120-516) Pivot Bearing Gasket (#120-505) Drive Pin (#120-512) Pivot Bearing (#120-504) OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com... - Page 60 Diaphragm Retaining Ring (#120-508) Paddle Pin (#120-503) Paddle (#120-506) Sleeve (#120-501) Gasket (#120-513) Base (#120-516) Pivot Bearing Gasket (#120-505) Drive Pin (#120-512) Pivot Bearing (#120-504) OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com...
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Page 61: Potentiometer Diagram
Screw, Phillips, Pan Head, 4-40 × 1.5L, Qty. 4 7. #120-608 Screw, Hex Socket, 10-32 × .5L 8. #120-622 Set Screw, Hex, 8-32 × .25L, Qty. 2 OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com... -
Page 62: Potentiometer Adjustment
5. The contact arm may drift while tightening the set screws. Recheck the position of the contact arm before using the potentiometer. Negative Reading Positive Reading Zero Point Zero Point Shaft Bearing Retainer Spring Holder OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com... -
Page 63: Fuses And Breakers
1. Check the breaker switches and make sure they are in the on position. 2. Open the fuses holders to check the condition of the fuses. If they have blown, replace them (both fuses are 5 amp). OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com... -
Page 64: Multiple Instruments
8. Open the software using the new program file. 9. Change the “Archive Path” to a new folder. Each instrument must have its own Archive Path. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com... -
Page 65: Warranty And Return Policy
In the event that OFITE is requested to provide customized research and development for the buyer, OFITE shall use its best efforts but makes no guarantees to the buyer that any products will be provided. OFITE makes no other warranties or guarantees to the buyer, either express or implied, and the warranties...