Tanaka AD-6 User manual

Automated Distillation Tester
Model: AD-6
Instruction Manual
Ver 3.01 100105
Read this manual thoroughly before using the product,
and store in a safe place for future reference.
TANAKA SCIENTIFIC LTD, TOKYO, JAPAN

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FOREWORD
Thank you for purchasing the Automated Distillation Tester Model AD-6 from Tanaka
Scientific Limited.
This instruction manual provides necessary information for using the AD-6. Read this
manual thoroughly before use and ensure that you have understood its contents.
This manual employs the following precautionary notation. For your safety, ensure that
you understand these precautions and heed them at all times.
! WARNING:
Warnings indicate a significant risk of death or serious
physical injury if the information is ignored.
! CAUTION:
Cautions indicate a significant risk of physical injury or
property damage if the information is ignored.
USES
! WARNING: This product is only to be used for distillation
measurements, as prescribed in ASTM D86 "Standard
Test Method for Distillation of Petroleum Products at
Atmospheric Pressure", ASTM D850 “Standard Test
Method for Distillation of Industrial Aromatic
Hydrocarbons and Related Materials” and ASTM
D1078 “Standard Test Method for Distillation Range of
Volatile Organic Liquids”.
This product automates the testing procedures
prescribed in ASTM D 86, D850 and D1078 for
making distillation measurements and is not to be
used for any other purpose.

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About This Manual
zThis manual is intended for all operators of the AD-6.
The reader is assumed to have sufficient knowledge of ASTM procedures and
standards as well as knowledge of the correct handling procedures for hazardous
materials.
zThe content this manual is subject to change without notice due to enhancements to
the performance and functionality of the tester.
zIf this manual is lost or damaged, contact Tanaka Scientific Limited or an authorized
distributor for a replacement copy.
zThe contents of this manual have been thoroughly reviewed. If any pages are
missing, out of order, or the manual contains spelling, grammatical or descriptive
errors, please contact Tanaka Scientific Limited or an authorized distributor.
BEFORE USE
zBefore using the product, ensure that you have read this manual thoroughly and
have understood all of the content.
If you have any questions, be sure to contact Tanaka Scientific Limited or an
authorized distributor.
zKeep this manual in a safe, easily accessible place.
zThis product is to be used for its intended purpose only.
zAdhere strictly to all procedures given in this manual. Ensure that you understand
and abide by all (
!Warnings) and ( !Cautions) given in this manual.

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WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS FOR SAFE USE
Failure to follow all of the warnings and cautions listed below may result in
damage to the tester and/or serious personal injury.
Tanaka Scientific Limited will not assume any responsibility for faults or
accidents arising from failure to adhere to these instructions.
Installation Environment
! Warning: The tester must be installed in a well-ventilated
environment.
As samples release inflammable and/or toxic gases,
inadequate ventilation may result in poisoning.
! Warning: Install the tester on a strong level table.
Keep inflammable substances away from the tester.
Ensure that a fire extinguisher is kept near the tester.
If the table is unstable, the tester may fall down
causing a fire.
Electric Connection
! Warning: Observe the following instructions when handling
power cables and electric connections:
·Do not connect or disconnect any cables or
electrical connections when the mains power is
ON.
·Do not handle any cables or electrical
connections with wet hands.
·Never use the cord to pull a plug from an outlet.
·Do not place heavy items on cords or cable.
·Do not use force to bend any cords or cables.
·Ensure that all electric connections (plugs,
sockets, connectors, etc.) are free of dust.
·Keep all cables and electrical connections free of
water and other liquids.

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Failure to adhere to the above precautions may result
in electric shock, damage to the tester, cords and/or
cables, and/or fire due to overheating.
! Warning: Ensure that supply voltage meets the specifications of
the product.
Do not turn the power on until all electric connections
are secured.
Incorrect power supply specifications or loose electric
connections may damage the tester and result in
electric shock and/or other electrical accidents.
! Warning: Ensure all ground wires are securely grounded.
Loose or disconnected ground wires may result in
electric shock.
Never connect the ground wires to gas pipes.
Doing so may result in a fire or explosion.
Ground wires may be connected to one of the
following:
·Ground terminal of a power outlet
·Copper bar buried 65cm or more underground
·Water pipes as authorized by your local water
bureau as a grounding object
Handling Precautions
! Warning: Be sure to confirm test configuration prior to every test.
Testing using incorrect parameters or with no boiling
chips may cause a sample to bump and catch fire.
! Warning: Never touch the flask with bare hands after testing.
The danger of burns exists, even after cooling.
! Warning: Never discard hot samples.
If a hot sample is discarded into a container containing
low flash point waste oil, a fire or explosion may result.

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Operational Precautions
! Warning: Never touch the heater section with bare hands during
operation.
The cell is heated to high temperatures during
operation and can cause serious burns.
! Warning: The tester is not to be operated unattended.
Great danger exists if the tester falls or is knocked over.
For safety reasons, an operator should always be in
the same room as the running tester.
! Warning: If the tester makes any abnormal noises or exhibits any
abnormal behavior, stop operation immediately, turn
the power off at the mains, and contact Tanaka
Scientific Limited or an authorized distributor.

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Consumables, Accessories and Replacement Parts
! Caution: Use only Tanaka Scientific Limited genuine
consumables, parts and accessories or such parts as
recommended by Tanaka Scientific Limited.
Repairs, Alterations and Maintenance
! Warning: Do not make any modifications or alterations to the
tester without the approval of Tanaka Scientific
Limited.
! Warning: Do not attempt to repair the tester yourself. In the event
that the tester exhibits any abnormal behavior
whatsoever, contact Tanaka Scientific Limited or an
authorized distributor.
! Warning: Only Tanaka Scientific Limited service personnel or
authorized representatives are to repair or maintain the
tester.

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Contents
FOREWORD..................................................................................................................................2
USES ………………………………………………………………………………………………………..2
About This Manual .........................................................................................................................3
BEFORE USE................................................................................................................................3
WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS FOR SAFE USE ............................................................................4
Contents.........................................................................................................................................9
1Section Names and Functions ...........................................................................................11
2Installation.......................................................................................................................... 14
2.1 Installation Site............................................................................................................14
2.2 Setting of Fire Containment Shutter............................................................................14
2.3 Electrical Connections................................................................................................. 14
2.4 Nitogen Gas Connection (for fire containment) ...........................................................15
2.5 Supplying Circulating Solution .................................................................................... 16
3Routine Daily Inspection ....................................................................................................17
4Prior to Testing ..................................................................................................................18
4.1 Starting the Tester.......................................................................................................18
4.2 Drying the Condenser Tube ........................................................................................19
4.3 Setting a Sample.........................................................................................................19
5Starting a Test ...................................................................................................................20
5.1 Starting a Test.............................................................................................................20
5.2 Test Sequence............................................................................................................21
5.3 Test without a 100% Sample in the Graduated Cylinder............................................. 22
6Terminating a Test.............................................................................................................23
6.1 Termination and Dry Point (D.P CUT).........................................................................23
6.2 Termination at a Set Distillation Percentage (% CUT) ................................................23
6.3 Termination at Set Temperature (°C CUT).................................................................. 23
6.4 Termination after 5min from 95% recovery (Time, Cut) ..............................................23
7Reprinting and Resending Data after Residue...................................................................24
7.1 Setting the Residue Again...........................................................................................24
7.2 Reprinting....................................................................................................................24
7.3 Resending................................................................................................................... 24
7.4 Displaying and Printing Previous Distillation Data....................................................... 25
8Attaching the Temperature Sensor and Dry Point Sensor .................................................26
8.1 Attaching the Temperature Sensor ............................................................................. 26
8.2 Attachment Location of the Dry Point Sensor and Temperature Sensor for BTX........27
9Setting Test Parameters ....................................................................................................28
9.1 Select Mode ................................................................................................................28
9.2 How to Set Test Parameters .......................................................................................29