ATAGO VISCO-895 Installation guide

Quick Manual (using L Beaker as an example)
1. Setup (Cp.9)
① Rotate the main unit's legs and
position it upright.
② Place the main unit on the stand.
2. Power ON (Cp.10)
① Push the dial utton (for at least 0.5
seconds).
The main menu screen will e
displayed.
3. Level Check (Cp.12)
① Use the screws at the ase of the
stand to adjust the level. Align the
mark with the center of the screen.
4. Spindle nd Be ker Selection
(C from p.42)
① Refer to the "Maximum
Measurement Values Guideline
Chart" and select the most suita le
spindle and eaker for your
application.
5. Spindle nd Temper ture
Sensor Prep r tion
(Cfrom p.14)
① Attach the spindle and the
temperature sensor to the main unit.
20.0°C
Measurement
Level
Auto Stop
User Scale
Setup
Beaker Spindle
20.0°C
Center
Mark
Shaft holder
Temperature sensor
attachment point
Main unit
Stand

Quick Manual (using L Beaker as an example)
6. S mple Prep r tion (Cp.15)
① Pour the sample in the eaker.
N Reference lines may not e present on
some eakers.
7. Be ker Setup (Cp.16)
① Attach the eaker to the stand.
② Place the main unit on the stand.
③ Check that the surface of the
sample is level with the spindle's
reference line.
8. Settings (Cp.17)
① Set the spindle/ eaker type and
speed.
N For your convenience,
"Auto Stop" (Cp.25)
"User Scale" (Cp.27) ,and
"Moving Average" (Cp.33)
functions are availa le.
9. Me surement (Cp.18)
① Select "Start" to egin
measurement.
Measurement values will e
displayed.
② Select "Quit" to terminate
measurement.
N Cleaning (Cp.24)
N Basic Settings (Cp.31)
Reference line

Spindle name
Reference line (solid line)
For normal measurement use
20.0°C
-- A1L 200.0rpm
558.2 mPas
67.4%
Qu t
Torque % ar
Torque %
20.0°C
-- A1L 100.0rpm
0.0 mPas
Max: 1,657mPas
Start
20.0°C
-- A1L 100.0rpm
0.0 mPas
Max: 1,657mPas
Start
Speed setting
Spindle/ eaker
setting
Viscosity
Max viscosity
value

Measurement Tips
Sample Temperature Spindle and Beaker Combination
N Measurement values may differ
depending on the distance
etween the spindle and the
eaker.
Measurement Time Speed
Sample Amount
N Check that the surface of the
sample is level with the spindle's
reference line.
Reference line
For st ble me surement v lues, lw ys
perform me surements under the s me
conditions.
Changes in viscosity may occur due to
varying conditions.
How c n I obt in st ble
me surement v lues?

Measurement Tips
Which be ker nd spindle should I choose?
Which speed setting should I select?
Dial Button Operation
Slide (will e indicated y
throughout this manual)
Slide the dial utton to change
settings and item selections.
Push (will e indicated y
throughout this manual)
Push the dial utton to power the
instrument ON/OFF.
Use to confirm settings and item
selections.
Posterior Illustration
Dial button
Operation
Sample Viscosity
Highe r・ ・・ ・・・・・S peed・・・・ ・・ ・・ Lo we r
Wider ・ ・・ ・ ・ ・ ・・ S p i n d le・ ・ ・・・・ T h i nne r
15ｍＬ・・・・・・・・Beaker・・・・・・100ｍＬ
Low
High
The sample does not
readily
dribble out even when
turned upside down.

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CONTENTS
1 Introduction............................................................................................................................. 3
1-1 Important Information............................................................................................................3
1-2 Safety Information ..................................................................................................................3
1-3 Precautions................................................................................................................................6
2 Instrument ...............................................................................................................................
2-1 Content........................................................................................................................................7
2-2 Names and Functions of Components ...........................................................................7
2-3 Inserting the Batteries (when using atteries as a power source)....................9
2-4 Setup ............................................................................................................................................9
2-5 Power ON/OFF........................................................................................................................10
2-6 Displays .......................................................................................................................................11
2-7 Level Check...............................................................................................................................12
3 Measurement.......................................................................................................................... 13
3-1 Measurement Screen.............................................................................................................13
3-2 Measurement Procedures ...................................................................................................14
3-2-1 Spindle Preparation .................................................................................................14
3-2-2 Temperature Sensor Preparation......................................................................15
3-2-3 Sample Preparation .................................................................................................15
3-2-4 Beaker Setup .............................................................................................................16
3-2-5 Spindle/Beaker Settings .......................................................................................17
3-2-6 Speed Settings ..........................................................................................................17
3-2-7 Measurement..............................................................................................................18
3-3 Computer Output ....................................................................................................................19
3-3-1 Driver Installation .....................................................................................................19
3-3-2 Computer - Data Setting......................................................................................21
3-3-3 Data Output From Instrument to PC...............................................................22
3-3-4 Saving Data and Disconnecting..........................................................................23
4 Cleaning .................................................................................................................................... 24
4-1 Main Unit.....................................................................................................................................24
4-2 Spindles .......................................................................................................................................24
5 Error Messages ..................................................................................................................... 24
6 Auto Stop................................................................................................................................. 25
6-1 Screen Display..........................................................................................................................25
6-2 Auto Stop ON/OFF and Setting Value Input..............................................................26
User Scale ............................................................................................................................... 2
7-1 Preparation ................................................................................................................................27
7-2 Creating a User Scale ...........................................................................................................28
7-2-1 Screen Display...........................................................................................................28
7-2-2 Viscosity Input...........................................................................................................29
7-2-3 User Scale ON/OFF and Scale Num er Settings ......................................30
8 Basic Settings (setup)........................................................................................................ 31
8-1 Setup Screen............................................................................................................................31

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8-1-1
Language ......................................................................................................................31
8-1-2 Unit Display.................................................................................................................31
8-1-3 Date/Time ...................................................................................................................32
8-1-4 Brightness....................................................................................................................32
9 Moving Average..................................................................................................................... 33
9-1 Moving Average ON/OFF ....................................................................................................33
10 User Calibration .................................................................................................................... 34
10-1 Trou leshooting Tips .............................................................................................................34
10-2 User Cali ration .......................................................................................................................35
10-2-1 Display .........................................................................................................................35
10-2-2 Spindle/Beaker Settings......................................................................................36
10-2-3 Standard Liquid Viscosity Settings.................................................................36
10-2-4 Performing User Cali ration...............................................................................37
10-3 Restore Default Cali ration Settings..............................................................................38
11 Abnormal Measurement Values ..................................................................................... 39
12 Optional Accessories and Replacement Parts ....................................................... 41
13 Supplementary Material..................................................................................................... 42
13-1 Maximum Measurement Values Guideline Chart .......................................................42
14 Warranty, Repair and Calibration................................................................................... 44
15 Specifications......................................................................................................................... 45

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1Introduction
1-1 Important Information
Thank you for purchasing VISCO/VISCO-895. Before using the instrument, read this
instruction manual carefully. Keep this manual on hand for future reference.
Pay particular attention to the "Safety Information" section, as understanding the contents
is necessary for safe operations.
1-2 Safety Information
Please read and understand the following safety instructions to ensure safe use of the
instrument. Failure to do so could result in injury and/or damage. The definitions of the icons
and sym ols can e found elow.
Explanation of Icons
 WARNING
If this indication is neglected and the instrument is handled incorrectly,
serious injury and death may result.
 CAUTION
If this indication is neglected and the instrument is handled incorrectly,
injury and damage to one's property may result.
Explanation of Symbols
 This sym ol denotes an item that you are warned or cautioned of (a warning
item). The contents are descri ed in detail in or near the △.
 This sym ol denotes an action that must not e performed (a prohi ited item).
The contents are descri ed in detail in or near the ○.
 This sym ol denotes an action that must e performed (an action item).
The contents are descri ed in detail in or near the ●.

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Instrument Handlin and Maintenance
 WARNING
•When measuring a su stance harmful to
the human ody, e well aware of its
properties and wear protective gloves,
mask, etc.

•If the instrument egins to smell
a normally, overheat, or emit smoke,
turn off the power switch and disconnect
the power plug immediately. Continued
use of the instrument may result in fire
or malfunction. Contact your ATAGO
distri utor for an inspection.

•Do not attempt to repair, modify, or
disassem le the instrument yourself.
Improper servicing may result in fire,
electrical shock, or urns.


•If the instrument is dropped or is
su jected to a strong shock, contact
ATAGO or an Authorized ATAGO
Service Center near y for an inspection.
Continued use of the instrument may
result in fire or malfunction.

 CAUTION
•Do not apply water or sample over any
part of the instrument. This may result in
a malfunction.

•Always turn off the power switch after
use.

•When transporting the instrument, place
it in its original ox. Always attach the
protective cap to the shaft holder.

•Do not place excessive force or undue
stress on the shaft holder. This may
cause damage to the shaft holder.

•Carefully read this instruction manual and fully understand the function and operation of
each part of the instrument efore use.
•Check that each part of the instrument operates normally efore use.
•Perform the necessary operation checks, such as cali ration, according to the instruction
manual.
•ATAGO shall not e held responsi le for any or all damages as a result of use of the
instrument for those other than its intended purposes (viscosity measurement of liquid
samples).
•ATAGO shall not e held responsi le for any or all undesired effects on the consumption or
application of the measured materials that may occur as a result of use of the instrument.
•Only use the specified attery type. O serve proper polarities, properly aligning the anodes
and cathodes.
•Remove the atteries and store them in the carrying case during air transport.

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Plu Handlin and Maintenance
 WARNING
•Be sure to use the AC adapter included
with the instrument. If an AC adaptor
other than the one included is used, the
rated voltage and polarity of the power
may e different and may cause smoke
or fire.

•Do not insert the plug of the AC adapter
in an outlet other than AC100 to 240V.
Inserting the plug in any other outlet may
result in short circuiting the instrument,
smoke or fire.

•Do not use the AC adapter if damaged or
roken. Using a damaged AC adapter
may result in fire, electrical shock, or
urns.

 CAUTION
•Do not insert or disconnect the plug with
wet hands.

•Be sure to hold and gently pull the plug
when disconnecting the ca le from the
outlet. Yanking or pulling the ca le
improperly may damage the plug and
result in fire or electrical shock.


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1-3 Precautions
Ambient Conditions
•Use the instrument at an altitude elow 2,000 m (a ove sea level).
•Use the instrument indoors.
•Use the instrument on a flat and level surface such as a desk or ta le.
•Use the instrument where the temperature is etween 10 to 40˚C.
•Do not leave the instrument in a location exposed to direct sunlight or near a heating
unit where the temperature may rise.
•Do not expose the instrument to sudden temperature changes.
•Do not place the instrument in a place where it may e su ject to strong vi rations.
•Do not use the instrument where there is much dust.
•Do not leave the instrument where the temperature is extremely low.
•Do not leave the instrument in a humid place.
•Do not place or drop heavy o jects on the instrument.
•Use the instrument under temperature conditions where relative humidity is 80% at 31˚C
or lower, decreasing linearly to 50％ at 40˚C.
•Main power supply voltage fluctuation should not exceed ±10% of the nominal voltage.
•Transient voltage: IEC Installation Category (Overvoltage Category) ｌｌ
•Pollution degree: 2 (IEC60664)
Handlin
•Do not drop the instrument or su ject it to any strong shock.
•Ca les may e damaged if mishandled in any of the following manner:
•Bending the ca le.
•Pulling the ca le.
•Placing the ca le under heavy o jects.
•Placing the ca le etween heavy o jects.
Daily Maintenance
•Thoroughly clean the spindles, eakers and temperature sensor, then dry them well.
•If the instrument ecomes dirty, wipe with a soft cloth.
•Do not use enzine, paint thinner, etc. to clean the instrument.

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2Instrument
2-1 ontent
Main unit................................................................1
Stand.......................................................................1
Spindles (A1, A2 and A3)..............one each
Temperature sensor.........................................1
Small volume bea er attachment...............1
S Bea er (15mL) .............................. 1
L Bea er (100mL) ............................ 1
AC adapter.......................................... 1
USB Mini-B cable (1m) ................. 1
1.5V AA al aline batteries............ 4
Instruction manual (this boo ) ... 1
Inspection certificate ..................... 1
Spindle stand ..................................... 1
Protective cap................................... 1
Carrying case..................................... 1
2-2 Names and Functions of omponents
Stand
A base upon which the main unit is
placed.
The beaker attaches in the center.
Attach the small volume beaker
attachment when using the S Beaker.
Stand screws
Use to adjust the level.
Display
Displays measurement values
and settings.
Temperature sensor
Measures temperature
Anterior Illustration
A1 A2 A3
Spindle
Rotates to measure viscosity.
USB Mini-B port
Connects the instrument to a computer (Cp.19).
Remove the protective cap before use.
Slide (
)
Slide the dial button to change
settings and item selections.
Push (
)
Push the dial button to power the
instrument ON/OFF. Use to confirm
settings and item selections.
Posterior Illustration
Dial utton
Operation
Power port
Connects the instrument to the AC adapter.
Remove the protective cap before use.

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S Beaker (15mL)
Place sample in this container.
L Beaker (100mL)
Place sample in this container.
Small volume eaker attachment
Attach the small volume eaker attachment to the stand when
using the S Beaker.
Spindle stand
Insert the spindle and store upright.
Protective cap
Always attach the protective cap to the shaft holder when
storing the instrument in the carrying case.
N Remove the attery compartment cover to
attach/detach the protective cap.
Battery compartment screw
Turn to remove the battery
compartment cover.
Shaft holder
The spindle attaches here.
Remove the protective cap before use.
m Do not place excessive force or
undue stress on the shaft holder.
This may cause damage to the shaft
holder.
Temperature sensor attachment point
The temperature sensor attaches here.
Battery compartment
Remove the cover to insert and replace
batteries.
Underside Illustration (main unit)

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2-3 Inserting the Batteries (when using batteries as a power
source)
m •When
is indicated, replace all atteries with rand new AA alkaline
atteries (x 4) .
•Check the expiration dates on atteries efore purchase. Always use only
rand new atteries.
•Do not place the display-side of the instrument facedown. This may result in
damage to the display.
1. Turn the attery
compartment screw
in the direction of
the arrow
(counterclockwise).
Remove the attery
compartment cover.
2. Gently pull out the
attery case and insert
the atteries.
m Insert the
atteries,
o serving the
correct polarities.
3. Insert the
attery case.
4. Affix the attery
compartment cover
and push it in, while
turning the attery
compartment screw
in the direction of
the arrow
(clockwise).
2-4 Setup
1. Rotate the main unit's
legs and position it upright.
2. Place the main
unit on the stand.
m Insert the legs into the grooves
on the stand.
m Su jecting the shaft holder to
sudden shock or excessive force
may result in damage and
malfunction. Always rotate the
instrument’s legs and keep the
instrument in an upright position,
except when storing it in its
protective case.

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2-5 Power ON/OFF
Power ON
When using an external power source, connect the AC adapter to an indoor AC100 to 240V
(50Hz/60Hz) power outlet.
Push for 0.5
seconds.
(The soft ver. is for example.)
Power OFF
Push for at
least 3 seconds.
The display will turn off.
N When using atteries as a
power source, the instrument
will automatically power OFF
after 5 minutes of inactivity.
20.0°C
Measurement
Level
Auto Stop
User Scale
Setup
Ver.1.0.0
[Startup Screen]
Beep
[Main Menu Screen]

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2-6 Displays
After the startup screen appears, the main menu screen will e displayed.
[Main Menu Screen]
From the main menu screen, you can switch the display etween measurement, level check
and setup.
N After 30 seconds of inactivity, the rightness level will auto-adjust to "1."
[Setup Screen]
From the setup screen,
you can switch the
display etween asic
settings,
moving average
and user cali ration.
20.0°C
Measurement
Level
Auto Stop
User Scale
Setup
Temperature display
The temperature of the temperature
sensor will be displayed.
Remaining attery
charge/External power
supply indicator
Battery power source:
remaining battery charge
indicator
will be
displayed.
External power source:
will be displayed.
20.0°C
---Setup 2/2----
Mov ng Average
Cal brat on
20.0°C
---Setup 1/2----
Language
Un t D splay
Date/T me
Br ghtness
Return
The previous screen will be displayed.
Slide
to select
"Setup."
Push
to confirm
the selection. The setup
screen will be displayed.
Operation (e.g. setup)
Slide
to return to the
previous screen. Select (
).
Push
to confirm the
selection. The main menu
screen will be displayed.
Operation
Language (Cp.31)
[Japanese, English]
Unit Display (Cp.31)
Date/Time (Cp.32)
Brightness (Cp.32)
Moving Average(Cp.33)
User Cali ration(Cp.34)
Measurement (Cp.13)
Level Check (Cp.12)
Auto Stop (Cp.25)
User Scale (Cp.27)
Basic Settings (Cp.31)
[Language, Unit Display,
Date/Time and Brightness]
Moving Average (Cp.33)
User Cali ration (Cp. 34)

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2-7 Level heck
Use the stand screws to adjust the level of the main unit.
Setup (Cp.9)
[Main Menu Screen]
20.0°C
Measurement
Level
Auto Stop
User Scale
Setup
20.0°C
Use the stand screws to
adjust the level. Align the
mark with the center of
the screen.
20.0°C
Center
Mark
Confirm

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3Measurement
m •Ensure that the main unit, spindle, temperature sensor, eaker and sample
are fully acclimated to the am ient temperature efore taking measurements.
3-1 Measurement Screen
20.0°C
Measurement
Level
Auto Stop
User Scale
Setup
V 20.0°C
01 A1L 100.0rpm
0.0 mPas
Max: 1,657mPas
Start
[Main Menu Screen]
Viscosity
The viscosity is displayed.
Speed
The speed is displayed.
The speed can be set.
Max viscosity value
The max viscosity value is displayed.
N This indicates the max viscosity
value that can be measured with
the selected spindle/beaker and
speed combination.
Temperature
The temperature of the
temperature sensor is displayed.
Start
Select "Start" to begin
measurement.
Return
The main menu screen will be
displayed.
[Measurement Screen]
Moving Average（Cp.33）
An icon will be displayed when this function is on.
ON：
OFF：Not displayed.
User Scale（Cp.27）
ON/OFF is displayed.
Set ON/OFF.
ON: 01 to10 (Scale Number)
OFF：
Spindle/Beaker
The spindle and beaker combination is displayed.
Auto Stop（Cp.25）
An icon will be displayed when this function
is on.
ON：V (Viscosity), T (Torque), (Time)
OFF：Not displayed.
Remaining attery charge/External
power supply indicator
Battery power source: remaining
battery charge indicator
will be displayed.
External power source:
will be displayed.

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3-2 Measurement Procedures
Before taking measurements, refer to the "Maximum Measurement Values Guideline Chart"
and select the most suita le spindle and eaker for your application.
(C from p.42)
3-2-1 Spindle Preparation
Attach the spindle to the main unit.
m Insert the spindle all the way until you
hear a faint "click."
m Do not forcefully insert the spindle.
Do not insert the spindle at an
angle. Su jecting the shaft holder to
excessive force may cause damage.
m Do not gra or hold the spindle y
the tip with are hands. Grasp the
shaft to insert the spindle. Wrap the
spindle in tissue paper if gra ing or
holding y the tip.
N Remove the protective cap.
Spindle Types
Mark
Shaft holder
click
A1 A2 A3
Fill lines
m The reference line
is etween the fill
lines.
Reference
line
Reference line
Reference
line
Reference
line
Shaft
Tip

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3-2-2 Temperature Sensor Preparation
Attach the temperature sensor to the main unit (Cannot e used with S eaker).
m Insert the temperature sensor
all the way until you hear a faint
"click."
3-2-3 Sample Preparation
m The reference line most suited to
your application depends on the
type of spindle that is used.
m A reference line for normal
measurements and a reference
line for quick measurements are
present only on the L Beaker.
m Make sure that no air u les are
trapped in the sample.
1. Pour some sample in the eaker up to the
reference line.*
L Beaker (100mL)
S Beaker (15mL)
N The illustration is for reference only and
may differ from the actual product.
*If reference lines are not present
on the beaker:
Align the surface of the sample with the
spindle's reference line.
Reference line
Spindle name
Reference line
Spindle name
Reference line (solid line)
For normal measurement use.
Reference line (dotted line)
For quick measurement use.
Temperature sensor
attachment point