Baltech OA-5000 User manual

BALTECH OA-5000
mini-lab for checking the oil
condition
OPERATION MANUAL

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CONTENT
CONTENT...................................................................................................................................... 2
1. Introduction............................................................................................................................. 3
2. Delivery set............................................................................................................................. 4
3. Technical data......................................................................................................................... 5
4. Operating instructions............................................................................................................. 6
4.1 Calibration ............................................................................................................................ 6
4.2 Cleaning of sensor ................................................................................................................ 8
4.3 Measuring ............................................................................................................................. 9
4.4 Interpretation of the reading ................................................................................................. 9
5. Contamination effects........................................................................................................... 10
6. Important information........................................................................................................... 11
7. Maintenance.......................................................................................................................... 12
8. Packing and acceptance certificate....................................................................................... 13
9. Warranty............................................................................................................................... 14

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Introduction
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1.Introduction
The Oilcheck measures the effect of all the contaminants and electro
chemicals that occur in synthetic and petroleum based oils. This is achieved
by detecting and measuring the oils dielectric constant. By comparing the
measurements obtained from used and unused oils of the same make and
grade, Oilcheck is able to determine the degree of change in oils
dielectricconstant. Dielectric change is directly related to the contamination
level and degradation of the oil and will allow the user to achieve longer
intervals between oil changes and immediately detect increased mechanical
wear and loss of the oils lubricating properties.
The Oilcheck, once calibrated with clean oil, will store the calibration in its
memory when the unit is switched off, until such time that are-calibration is
called for by the user.

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Delivery set
2.Delivery set
Delivery set of BALTECH OA-5000 is represented in the Table Table 2-1.
The actual delivery set of each shipment is shown in a packing list.
Table 2-1. Delivery set of BALTECH OA-5000
№Description Article Quantity
1
Oil analyzer BALTECH OA-5000
6630
1
2
Alkaline battery
-
1
3
Screw
4285
1
4
1-channel sample pump 1-10 ml*
7437
1
5
Pump tips 10 ml
7438
1 pack.
6
Manual sample pump
6000
1
7
Plastic pipe
7405
3 m.
8
Cleaning kit
-
1
9
Dry absorbent napkins (package 100
pc.) 6633 1
10
Sensor cleaning agent
6612
1
11
Ashless paper filters (blue ribbon )
6598
1
12
Protection cover
6589
1
13
Operation manual BALTECH ОА-5000
50-03-M-RU
1
14
Transportation case
-
1
15
Packing
5121
1

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Technical data
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3.Technical data
Technical characteristics of the mini-lab BALTECH OA-5000 are given in the Table 3-
1.
Таблица 3-2. Technical data BALTECH ОА-5000.
Suitable oil types
Mineral and synthetic oils
Repeatability
Better than 95 %
Read-out
Green/Red grading + Numerical display (-999 to
999)
Read-out resolution
HI: 1 LO: 0.6
Battery
9 V Alkaline, IEC 6LR61
Battery lifetime
150 hours or 3 000 tests
Dimensions (instrument)
250 x 95 x 32 mm (9,8 x 3,7 x 1,3 in)
Figure 3-1. Operation elements of BALTECH OA-5000
1 Display
2 display with the visual indicator
3 Sample sensor
4 Test button
5 Cal button
6 ON/OFF, HI/LO switch

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Operating instructions
4. Operating instructions
4.1 Calibration
Before calibration it is important to ensure the sensing cell is clean and dry, as
moisture and contamination will adversely affect the results. Testing should
generally be undertaken with the unit switched in the HI position. The
Green/Red scale is mainly for use when testing engine oils.
Step 1
Half fill the sensing cell with clean oil (ensure that the whole surface of the
sensor is well covered with oil) (Figure 4-1). Oil of the same brand as in the
system being evaluated, should be used for calibration.
Figure 4-1. Calibration step 1
Step 2
Run the rotary switch from the OFF position to the HI position (Figure 4-2),
the display will complete a full sweep and return to the zero position. Press
the CAL button for a minimum of 15 seconds (Figure 4-3). The display will
show with the CAL symbol flashing. If during testing the CAL graphic flashes
the unit will require re-calibration.

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Figure 4-2. Switching OFF/HI positions
Figure 4-3. Pressing the CAL button
Step 3
Press the test button (Figure 4-4). The CAL graphic will disappear and one
segment will remain displayed. The instrument has now calibrated itself
against the clean sample and is ready to test the oil in your system. The
calibration data will be stored in the memory until a new calibration procedure
is performed.

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Figure 4-4. Pressing the test button
Note
Ensure that the CAL knob is not pressed as this will put the instrument back
into calibration mode and the unit will need to be re-calibrated.
4.2 Cleaning of sensor
Remove the unused sample from the sensor cell with a clean rag or tissue.
Clean the sensor by using a contact cleaner solution (penetrating, fast-
evaporating, non-residue solution).
Figure 4-5. Cleaning of sensor BALTECH OA-5000

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4.3 Measuring
For optimum results make sure you use a representative oil sample and that
its temperature is not higher than 40 °C (100 °F). Place enough oil in the
sensor to fully cover the sensor surface. Press the test button and keep it
depressed for 10 seconds or until the segments have stopped moving around
the display (the display will flash to show the unit is testing). The result will
remain on the display when the button is released until the next test is carried
out.
To test again, clean out the sensor well with a clean rag or tissue. Refill the
sensor well and press the test button again. A new reading will appear on the
display.
4.4 Interpretation of the reading
Users should use the BALTECH OA-5000 to monitor the change in the oils
properties and build up a picture of oil degradation based on their experience
and own operating criteria.
Individual thresholds of acceptability can be marked on the unit’s scale. The
red and green areas are designed as an indicator of the condition of an
engine oil.
Within the green band the oil is deemed acceptable and within the red area
the oil should be changed and checked again after a short running period to
ensure no mechanical problems are present.

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Contamination effects
5.Contamination effects
The usual contamination found in oils is caused by oxidation and acid build
up, these occur during the normal running of an engine and should show up
as a gradual increase in readings over a period of time or distance. Other
contaminants occur because of excessive wear or mechanical failure, the main
elements of which are dirt, soot, fuel, water, anti-freeze and metal particles.
These elements give a marked increase in the Oil check monitor’s reading and
will give immediate warning of possible resulting failure.
1. Water and anti-freeze contamination will cause a dramatic change in the
reading, which will move the segments well into the red.
2. Metal particles will also cause an extreme reading though the display
should move up in small jumps as the particles settle on the sensor surface.
3. Fuel is harder to detect as its presence will sometimes mask the presence
of other contaminants. If the oil is only contaminated by fuel the display will
show it as a stronger reading well into the red but the presence of water or
metal will sometimes counteract the fuel giving a reading in the green. Should
an engine oil continue to show no increase in its reading over a period of time
the possibility of fuel contamination should be investigated.
4. Changes in the viscosity of the oil will cause a slow reduction of the
dielectric constant, which will be difficult to detect.
5. Changes of the acidity will typically reduce the dielectric strength in a
detectable manner.

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Important information
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6.Important information
For the best results please ensure these guidelines are adhered to:
1. The Oil check monitor is very sensitive to moisture. Ensure that the surface
of the sensor is dry and that the unit is not used in conditions of high
humidity, snow, rain or fog.
2. Extremes of temperature will also affect the results, ensure that the unit is
calibrated at the ambient temperature at which the tests will be conducted.
Normal operating temperature is between 5 °C - 25 °C.
3. Ensure that the sample taken from the engine does not pick up
contamination from airborne particles or moisture. Use a vacuum sampler if
available.
4. Treat the surface of the sensor with care as excessive scratching and
abrasion of the tracks will damage the product.
5. The unit cannot be used for fire resistant fluids (water-in-oil-emulsion).

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Maintenance
7.Maintenance
Keep the instrument clean and do not allow the instrument to get wet. If the
instrument is dropped or hit the device should be re-calibrated to re-check its
performance. To replace the battery remove the 2 screws holding the battery
cover in place.

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Packing and acceptance certificate
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8.Packing and acceptance certificate
Mini-laboratory for oil check BALTECH OA-5000 №_____ is manufactured
according to the technical specifications and is considered to be ready for
operation.
Issue date «_____» _______________20_____
Seal ___________________
signature of the manufacturer’s representative
Mini-laboratory for oil check BALTECH OA-5000 №_____ is packed by the
manufacturer.
Issue date «_____» _______________20_____
Seal ___________________
signature of the manufacturer’s representative

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Warranty
9.Warranty
The warranty period is 12 months from the shipment date.
The manufacturer undertakes to perform repair or replacement of faulty
components of the system within the warranty period upon condition of
proper use of the system.
The warranty repair is performed by the manufacturer.
The warranty liabilities cease to be in force in case of improper use of the
system, presence of mechanical or other defects due to rough usage. The
warranty liabilities do not extend to elements that are not parts of the
standard delivery set. The warranty for these parts is provided by their
manufacturer.