K4304X High Temperature 'Sequence IV' Liquid Foam Test Bath
Operation and Instruction Manual
K4304X-Manual -4-
2 Safety Information and Warnings
Safety Considerations. The use of this
equipment may involve hazardous materials and
operations. This manual does not purport to
address all of the safety problems associated with
the use of this equipment. It is the responsibility of
any user of this equipment to investigate,
research, and establish appropriate safety and
health practices and determine the applicability of
regulatory limitations prior to use.
Equipment Modifications and Replacement
Parts. Any modification or alteration of this
equipment from that of factory specifications is not
recommended voids the manufacturer warranty,
product safety, performance specifications, and/or
certifications whether specified or implied, and
may result in personal injury and/or property loss.
Replacement parts must be O.E.M. exact
replacement equipment.
Unit Design. This equipment is specifically
designed for use in accordance with the applicable
standard test methods listed in section 1.2 of this
manual. The use of this equipment in accordance
with any other test procedures, or for any other
purpose, is not recommended and may be
extremely hazardous.
Chemical Reagents Information. Chemicals and
reagents used in performing the test may exhibit
potential hazards. Any user must be familiarized
with the possible dangers before use. We also
recommend consulting the Material Data and
Safety Sheet (MSDS) on each chemical reagent
for additional information. MSDS information can
be easily located on the internet at
http://siri.uvm.edu or http://www.sigma-
aldrich.com.
3 Getting Started
The instructions for preparing the equipment
assume that the user is aware of the contents of
this document, which lists the warranty conditions
and important precautions.
3.1 Packing List
K4304X High Temperature 'Sequence IV' Liquid
Foam Test Bath including:
- (2) 1000mL Test Cylinders (K43012)
- (2) Calibrated and Certified Stainless Steel
'Mott' Diffuser Stones (344-005-01C)
- (2) Air Delivery Tube Assemblies (K430-3A)
- (2) Air Outlet Tubes (K430-0-13)
- (2) Rubber Stoppers (K430-0-8)
- (1) 12 x 18 Pyrex Bath Jar (332-001-003)
- (1) 18” Safety Shield (K23425-00000)
- (1) Test Tube Rack (K43002-0-13)
K4304X-Manual High Temperature 'Sequence
IV' Liquid Foam Test Bath Operation and
Instruction Manual
3.2 Unpacking
Carefully unpack and place the instrument and
accessories in a secure location. Use extra care
while unpacking the Borosilicate Glass bath jar.
Ensure that all parts listed on the packing list are
present. Inspect the unit and all accessories for
damage. If any damage is found, keep all packing
materials and immediately report the damage to
the carrier. We will assist you with your claim, if
requested. When submitting a claim for shipping
damage, request that the carrier inspect the
shipping container and equipment. Do not return
goods to Koehler without written authorization.
3.3 Setup
Equipment Placement. Place the base on a firm,
level table in an area with adequate ventilation or
in a hood. The unit may be leveled by making
minor turning adjustments to the feet located at
the base of the unit. Please note that Koehler does
not supply a level with this equipment.
Install the borosilicate glass test jar. Fill the jar with
appropriate bath medium as per ASTM D6082.
Please see section 5.1 for further details on the
bath medium.
Install the bath top assembly on the jar and plug
the control cables into the receptacle on the base
unit.
