VK 5010 Centerline Height Measurement System Operator`s Manual
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1. Varian Inc Chapter4 Operation Initialization When the VK 5010 is powered on the Initialization screen displays VARIAN INC VK5010 CLH TESTER PROGRAM REV X YY MM DD YY HH MM SS From the keypad you can access four options 1 Menu 2 View Data 3 Test 4 Print Varian Inc Page 28 VK 5010 Centerline Height Measurement System Revision F 11 10 Operation Operator s Manual P N 70 9029 Viewing Data The View Data option is accessed by pressing VIEW DATA on the VK 5010 keypad You can use this option to view data stored in memory Press VIEW DATA The following screen displays STORAGE VIEW 1 STORAGE MAP 2 STORAGE DATA MM DD YY HH MM SS From this screen you can select two options e Storage Map e Storage Data Storage Map Step 1 Select 1 Storage Map to view the serial numbers for the dissolution testers which have been evaluated The following screen displays 01 VKS N X XXXX XXXX 02 VKS N X XXXX XXXX lt ENTER gt TO NEXT lt CLEAR gt TO PREVIOUS Step 2 Press ENTER to access the next location or all 30 possible locations Optionally press CLEAR to return to the previous screen Varian Inc Revision F 11 10 VK 5010 Centerline Height Measurement System Page 29 P N 70 9029 Operator s Manual Operation Storage Data Step 1 Select 2 Storage Data to view the recorded dissolution tester serial number as well as the date an2. HEIGHT MEASURE PLACE BALL IN VESSEL AND PRESS lt ENTER gt Varian Inc Revision F 11 10 VK 5010 Centerline Height Measurement System Page 35 P N 70 9029 Operator s Manual Operation Step 4 Carefully place the ball in the vessel and allow it to settle at the bottom of the vessel Press ENTER The following screen displays HEIGHT MEASURE INSTALL DEVICE AND PRESS lt ENTER gt Step 5 Install the height measuring device by carefully snapping it onto the shaft FIGURE 4 Paddle Basket Height Gauge Varian Inc Page 36 Operation VK 5010 Centerline Height Measurement System Revision F 11 10 Operator s Manual P N 70 9029 Step 6 Step 7 Step 8 Step 9 Step 10 Step 11 Step 12 Slide the device down until it rests on the paddle or basket Press ENTER The following screen displays HEIGHT MEASURE PRESS PLUNGER AGAINST PAD BASKET AND PRESS lt ENTER gt Press the plunger all the way in against the paddle or basket and press ENTER Release the plunger The following screen displays HEIGHT MEASURE LOWER DEVICE INTO VESSEL UNTIL STOP AND PRESS lt ENTER gt Lower the drive unit of the tester and device into the vessel until it stops and press ENTER The following screen displays HEIGHT MEASURE HEIGHT mm XX X PRESS lt TEST gt FOR NEXT AND lt CLEAR gt TO EXIT Raise the drive unit of
3. NOTICE This document contains references to Varian Please note that Varian Inc is now part of Agilent Technologies For more information go to www agilent com chem 3 i Eee Agilent Technologies VK 5010 Centerline Height Measurement System Operator s Manual P N 70 9029 November 2010 Revision F Limitation of Liability The information in this document is subject to change without notice Varian Inc makes no warranty of any kind with regard to this material including but not limited to the implied warranties or merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose Varian Inc shall not be liable for errors contained herein or for incidental consequential damages in connection with the furnishing performance or use of this material All rights are reserved Reproduction adaptation or translation without prior written permission is prohibited except as allowed under copyright laws First Edition November 2010 VK 5010 Centerline Height Measurement System Operator s Manual Part Number 70 9029 Revision F Printed in the United States of America The following terms are trademarks of Varian Inc e Benchsaver e Practical Solutions BIO DIS III QA and VK 5010 Enhancer Cell e TruCenter Full Flow Filters VanKel e Peak Vessel VKE All other trademarks are property of their respective owners Varian Inc 13000 Weston Parkway Cary North Carolina 27513 2250 80
4. use of a tool for removal may be opened only by Varian trained Varian qualified or Varian authorized service engineers The fuse compartment is located beside the power cord receptacle on the VK 5010 rear panel Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 Step 6 Step 7 To check or replace the fuse remove the power cord from the VK 5010 A release tab is located on the right side of the fuse compartment Insert a slotted screwdriver under the tab A slight application of pressure forward releases the door The fuses are located in the removable holders marked with an arrow on the top of each The VK 5010 uses two 1 5 Amp metric 5 x 20 mm standard fuses for each holder Replace the fuse in the holder and insert the fuse holder into the fuse compartment with the arrows pointing toward the bottom of the compartment The holder is designed for multiple voltages The voltage displays through a window in the fuse compartment door To change the voltage gently pull the wheel to remove it from the holder Rotate the wheel and snap it back in place displaying the correct voltage Push the fuse compartment door closed It snaps into place Replace the power cord Varian Inc Page 52 VK 5010 Centerline Height Measurement System Troubleshooting and Maintenance Operator s Manual Revision F 11 10 P N 70 9029 Troubleshooting The Varian Service Department can assist you if you experience problems
5. Prini MM DD YY HH MM SS Step 2 When printing is complete the Test Data screen displays Varian Inc Revision F 11 10 VK 5010 Centerline Height Measurement System Page 43 P N 70 9029 Operator s Manual Operation Send Data Step 1 To send data select option 2 Send Data from the Test Data screen The following screen displays indicating data is being sent from the VK 5010 to a local PC or other data collection source Sending Data 0 60 MM DD YY HH MM SS Step 2 When data has been sent the Test Data screen displays Com ID Step 1 To view the communication port identification number select option 3 Com ID from the Test Data screen The following screen displays COM ID XX MM DD YY HH MM SS Step 2 Press ENTER to return to the Test Data Screen Baud Rate Step 1 To set the baud rate select option 4 Baud Rate from the Test Data screen The following screen displays SET BAUD RATE 1 1200 2 2400 3 4800 4 9600 MM DD YY HH MM SS Varian Inc Page 44 VK 5010 Centerline Height Measurement System Revision F 11 10 Operation Operator s Manual P N 70 9029 Step 2 Select the desired baud rate for your transmission The Test Data screen displays Varian Inc Chapters Troubleshooting and Maintenance Periodic Maintenance Warning The VK 5010 contains electrical circuits devices and components operating at dangerous voltage
6. Warning A Warning message appears in the manual when failure to observe instructions or precautions could result in death or injury Symbols depicting the nature of the specific hazard are also placed alongside warnings Varian Inc Revision F 11 10 VK 5010 Centerline Height Measurement System Page 9 P N 70 9029 Operator s Manual Safety Practices These symbols are also used on warning labels attached to the instrument When you see one of these symbols you must refer to the relevant operation or service manual for the correct procedure referred to by that warning label The meaning of the symbols that appear alongside warnings in this manual are as follows Electrical shock Caution Refer to accompanying documents Read all warnings and cautions carefully and observe them at all times Caution A Caution message appears in the manual when failure to observe instructions could result in damage to equipment Varian supplied and or other associated equipment A Note appears in the manual to give advice or information Varian Inc Page 10 VK 5010 Centerline Height Measurement System Revision F 11 10 Safety Practices Operator s Manual P N 70 9029 Information Symbols Switches main power on Switches main power off Indicates single phase alternating current Indicates the product complies with the requirements of one C or more European Union EU directives O Indicates specifi
7. advance to the next menu item Pressing the right side of the printer toggle switch selects Ok to accept what is stated on this line of the menu item Each time the switch is pressed another part of the menu prints Allow the printer to finish printing before pressing the switch again See the table of commands below Note The printout is easier to read if the printer cover is removed SETUP MENU CONFIGURE CUSTOM CUSTOM MENU PRINT CUSTOM SETUP AUTO SEQ NO ZERO POUND SIGN _ UNDERSCORE ONLINE OFFLINE YES EXT CH SET NO PRINT READY YES PRINT READY NO READY NEXT OK NEXT OK NEXT OK NEXT OK NEXT OK NEXT OK NEXT OK NEXT OK NEXT OK NEXT OK NEXT OK Press NEXT to avoid configuration Press OK to enter custom mode Press NEXT Press OK Press OK Press OK Press OK Press OK Press OK Press NEXT Press OK Your printer is now configured correctly Varian Inc Revision F 11 10 P N 70 9029 VK 5010 Centerline Height Measurement System Page 51 Operator s Manual Troubleshooting and Maintenance Fuse Replacement A Warning The VK 5010 contains electrical circuits devices and components operating at dangerous voltages Contact with these circuits devices and components can cause death serious injury or painful electric shock Panels or covers that are retained by fasteners which require the
8. on the side and the front edge Pull outward to remove the cover Step 3 Press the printer toggle switch to Paper feed to advance the paper approximately one inch beyond the paper cutter Step 4 Using scissors cut the paper feeding to the printer and remove the paper roll Step 5 Pull the remaining paper through the printer mechanism Pull the paper from the front paper cutter side Pulling the paper out of the back of the printer will damage the print mechanism Step 6 Unroll several inches of paper on the new roll Step 7 If it is jagged cut a straight edge on the paper roll to facilitate the entry of the paper into the printer Step 8 Slide the paper through the slot connecting the paper compartment and the printer compartment You can slide it in approximately 1 4 inch before it stops Varian Inc Page 48 VK 5010 Centerline Height Measurement System Revision F 11 10 Troubleshooting and Maintenance Operator s Manual P N 70 9029 Step 9 While holding the paper in place press the printer toggle switch to the Paper feed position and hold until approximately one inch of paper has emerged from the top of the printer Caution Ensure the roll of paper feeds squarely If it does not the paper can jam and possibly damage the printer mechanism Step 10 Release the printer toggle switch Step 11 Turn the paper roll to take up any slack in the paper feeding to the printer Step 12 Place the pa
9. 0 229 1108 919 677 1108 Fax 919 677 1138 www varianinc com ap A VARIAN Copyright c 2007 2010 by Varian Inc Table of Contents Chapter 1 Safety Practices and Hazards 7 Electrical Hazards 8 Other 8 General 11 WEEE Directive 11 Chapter 2 Introduction 13 Conventions Used in this Manual 14 Specifications 15 Chapter 3 Setting Up the VK 5010 17 Unpacking Your VK 5010 17 VK 5010 Attachments 19 Centerline Offset Gauge 19 Paddle Basket Height Gauge 20 Varian Inc Table of Contents Chapter 4 Chapter 5 Power Switch Functions 21 Setting up the VK 5010 22 Main Menu 23 Setting the Clock 24 Setup 25 Screen Saver Time 25 Position 26 Operation 27 Initialization 27 Viewing Data 28 Storage Map 28 Storage Data 29 Testing 31 Height Measurement 32 Height Measure Test Option 34 Centerline Measurement 38 Centerline Measurement Test Option 39 Test Data 42 Printing 42 Send Data 43 ComID 43 Baud Rate 43 Troubleshooting and Maintenance 45 Periodic Maintenance 45 Calibration 45 Report Center Impact Printer 46 Installing the Cartridge Ribbon 46 Replacing the Paper Roll 47 Toggling Your Printer Online 48 Printer Self Test 49 Printer Configuration 49 Fuse Replacement 51 Varian Inc Table of Contents Chapter 6 Troubleshooting 52 Service and Warranty 53 Exclusions and Limitations 54 Obtaining Warranty Service 54 Warranty Limitations 54 Exclusive Remedies 55 Ind
10. 70 9029 Electrical Hazards The VK 5010 contains electrical circuits devices and components operating at dangerous voltages Contact with these circuits devices and components can cause death serious injury or painful electric shock Panels or covers that are retained by fasteners which require the use of a tool for removal may be opened only by Varian trained Varian qualified or Varian authorized service engineers Consult the manuals or product labels supplied with the VK 5010 to determine which parts are operator accessible Application of the wrong supply voltage connection of the instrument to an incorrectly wired supply outlet or lack of proper electrical grounding can create a fire hazard or a potentially serious shock hazard and could seriously damage the instrument and any attached ancillary equipment Always use a three wire outlet with ground connection which is adequately rated for the load The installation must comply with local state and federal safety regulations Do not connect the instrument to the main power supply until you have made sure that the operating voltage is correctly set for the main power supply in the specific outlet in your laboratory to which the equipment will be connected Other Other specific warnings and cautions appear in the manuals where appropriate and detail the specific hazard describe how to avoid it and specify the possible consequences of not heading the warning or caution
11. K 5010 is on and you can charge the battery and print The battery power charge switch is on the left side panel When AC power is not present such as when the power cord is not attached or when the main switch is off the battery power charge switch allows battery power for data collection and monitoring If the AC power is on the battery power charge switch is used to charge the battery only It is recommended that you fully discharge the battery before the next charge to extend battery life When the power is weak leave the battery switch on overnight without AC power This drains the remaining power so that it can be recharged Each charge period takes five to six hours Note AC power is necessary for printing SS gt gt Varian Inc Page 22 VK 5010 Centerline Height Measurement System Revision F 11 10 Setting Up the VK 5010 Operator s Manual P N 70 9029 Setting up the VK 5010 FIGURE 3 VK 5010 Rear Panel I 110 120V V N N mE z pari lt z o ady FUSES EMPLOYER UNIQUEMENT AVEC DES FUSIBLES DE 250V CL DEPTH SENSOR SENSOR Warning Ensure the AC power setting is at the correct voltage for your power supply The power setting is indicated on the line fuse holder located next to the on off switch on the instrument back panel To change the voltage see Fuse Replacement on page 51 The electrical connection at the back of the VK 5010 is the primary discon
12. NTER TIME HH MM SS USE 24 HOUR FORMAT MM DD YY HH MM SS Step 3 Enter the time in a HH MM format and press ENTER The Main Menu displays Varian Inc Revision F 11 10 VK 5010 Centerline Height Measurement System Page 25 P N 70 9029 Operator s Manual Setting Up the VK 5010 Setup The following screen displays by selecting option 2 from the Main Menu SYSTEM SETUP 1 SCREEN SAVER TIME 2 POSITION MM DD YY HH MM SS From this screen you can select two options e Screen Saver Time e Position Screen Saver Time The following screen displays when you select option 1 from the System Setup screen Enter 0 9M X MM DD YY HH MM SS Enter a numeric value between 0 and 9 to indicate the number of minutes of uninterrupted operation before the VK 5010 goes into the screen saver mode Press ENTER The Main Menu displays Select SETUP from the Main Menu Varian Inc Page 26 VK 5010 Centerline Height Measurement System Revision F 11 10 Setting Up the VK 5010 Operator s Manual P N 70 9029 Position The following screen displays when you select option 2 from the System Setup screen TOTAL POSITIONS 1 SIX 2 EIGHT MM DD YY HH MM SS Enter the configuration of your dissolution tester Select option 1 six or 2 eight and press CLEAR The Initialization screen displays VARIAN INC VK5010 CLH TESTER PROGRAM REV X YY MM DD YY HH MM SS
13. c equipment meets consensus based BD standards of safety to provide assurance required by r J OSHA that these products are safe for use in the workplace CC amass YS for North America Indicates that this product must not be disposed of as unsorted municipal waste see WEEE Directive on page 11 Varian Inc Revision F 11 10 VK 5010 Centerline Height Measurement System Page 11 P N 70 9029 Operator s Manual Safety Practices General WEEE Directive All Varian products that are subject to the WEEE directive shipped after August 13 2005 are compliant with the WEEE marking requirements Such products are marked with the crossed out wheelie bin WEEE symbol shown on page 10 in accordance with European Standard EN 50419 This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product must not be disposed of as unsorted municipal waste The separate collection and recycling of your waste equipment at the time of disposal will help to conserve natural resources and ensure that it is recycled in a manner that protects human health and the environment For more information on collection reuse and recycling systems please contact your local regional waste administration your local distributor or Varian Inc Varian Inc Page 12 VK 5010 Centerline Height Measurement System Revision F 11 10 Safety Practices Operator s Manual P N 70 9029 This page was intentionally left blank except fo
14. centerline offset gauge paddle basket height gauge basket configuration height gauge and all the cables from the shipping carton Step 3 Remove as much cushioning material and tape as possible Varian Inc Page 18 VK 5010 Centerline Height Measurement System Revision F 11 10 Setting Up the VK 5010 Operator s Manual P N 70 9029 Step 4 Place the base unit and accessories on a clear dry level section of the bench top close to the dissolution apparatus The preferred placement of the VK 5010 is on the right side of the dissolution apparatus Warning The electrical connection at the back of the VK 5010 is the primary disconnect for the instrument The VK 5010 should be positioned to allow accessibility to the power cord for easy disconnection Check to make sure all of the following items were shipped with the unit TABLE 1 Inventory List Qty Item Part Number 1 Operator s Manual and Technical Information 73 1003 CD 1 VK 5010 CLH Measurement System including 12 0540 centerline offset gauge paddle configuration height gauge and basket configuration height gauge 1 6 mm Precision Height Ball 4040 0193 Optional 1 Hard plastic carrying case with cutouts from 12 0531 instrument and gauges If any item is missing contact the Varian Service Department or your local representative for replacements Varian Inc Page 19 Revision F 11 10 VK 5010 Centerline Height Meas
15. d e Key sequences you are asked to press appear like this MENU gt 2 gt 1 gt 2 Varian Inc Revision F 11 10 VK 5010 Centerline Height Measurement System Page 15 P N 70 9029 Operator s Manual Introduction Specifications Variable Specification Voltage Requirements 115 V 60 Hz 230 V 50 Hz Current Requirements 115 V 1 5 Amp 230 V 1 5 Amp Fuse Requirements 115 V 1 5 Amp 5 mm x 20 mm FAST 230 V 1 5 Amp 5 mm x 20 mm FAST Height Accuracy 0 1 mm Centerline Accuracy 0 1 mm Dimensions Width 24 1 cm 9 5 inches Depth 19 cm 7 5 inches Height 17 78 cm 7 inches Memory Up to 30 testers at 8 vessels per tester Weight 3 Kg 6 6 Ibs Varian Inc Page 16 VK 5010 Centerline Height Measurement System Revision F 11 10 Introduction Operator s Manual P N 70 9029 This page was intentionally left blank except for this message Varian Inc Chapter 3 Setting Up the VK 5010 Unpacking Your VK 5010 Follow these steps to safely unpack your VK 5010 Step 1 Open each carton and check the contents for damage which may have occurred during shipping Shipping damage rarely occurs but if it does contact both the carrier who delivered the instruments and the Dissolution Systems Service Department Though claims for damage should be filed with the carrier we can help you file a claim Step 2 Carefully remove the VK 5010 base unit
16. d time the apparatus was evaluated Values for position number vessel ID offset and height are also stored The following screen displays STORAGE XX ENTER 01 to 30 MM DD YY HH MM SS Step 2 Enter the storage number Note IIE The number entered must be 2 digits in length For example for 1 enter 01 The following screen displays STORAGE XX VKS N X XXXX XXXX lt ENTER gt TO NEXT lt CLEAR gt TO PREVIOUS Step 3 Press ENTER to access the next screen as shown below The following screen displays indicating the date and time the data was acquired STORAGE XX DATE MM DD YY HH MM lt ENTER gt TO NEXT lt CLEAR gt TO PREVIOUS Varian Inc Page 30 Operation VK 5010 Centerline Height Measurement System Revision F 11 10 Operator s Manual P N 70 9029 Step 4 Step 5 Step 6 Step 7 Step 8 Step 9 Press ENTER to access the next screen The following screen displays indicating the position number and serial number of the shaft POSITION NUMBER X SHAFT ID U C lt ENTER gt TO NEXT lt CLEAR gt TO PREVIOUS Press ENTER to access the next screen The following screen displays indicating the vessel identifying number POSITION NUMBER X VESSEL ID XXXXXXX lt ENTER gt TO NEXT lt CLEAR gt TO PREVIOUS Press ENTER to access the next screen The following screen displays indicating the centerline offset and
17. easurement Test Option on page 39 or select option 2 to skip to the next position Optionally select option 3 to exit and return to the Test screen Varian Inc Revision F 11 10 VK 5010 Centerline Height Measurement System P N 70 9029 Operator s Manual Centerline Measurement Test Option Step 1 Select option 1 on the Test on Position 1 screen The following screen displays SHAFT ID XXXXXXX PRESS lt ENTER gt WHEN DONE MM DD YY HH MM SS Step 2 Enter the shaft identifier and press ENTER The following screen displays VESSEL ID XXXXXXX PRESS lt ENTER gt WHEN DONE MM DD YY HH MM SS Step 3 Enter the vessel identifier and press ENTER The following screen displays CTR LINE MEASURE INSTALL DEVICE AND PRESS lt ENTER gt Step 4 Carefully install the shaft centerline gauge by snapping it onto the shaft Varian Inc Page 40 VK 5010 Centerline Height Measurement System Revision F 11 10 Operation Operator s Manual P N 70 9029 FIGURE 5 Shaft Centerline Gauge Step 5 Carefully slide the device down until it rests on the paddle blade or basket Press ENTER The following screen displays CTR LINE MEASURE LOWER PAD BASKET INTO VESSEL AND PRESS lt ENTER gt Varian Inc Revision F 11 10 VK 5010 Centerline Height Measurement System Page 41 P N 70 9029 Operator s Manual Operation Ste
18. eft blank except for this message Varian Inc Index Cc calibration 45 cartridge ribbon 46 center line measurement test option 39 centerline measurement 38 centerline measurement test option 39 com id 43 conventions 14 e exclusions 54 exclusive remedies 55 f fuse replacement 51 h hazards 7 height measure test option 34 height measurement 32 installing the printer cartridge ribbon 46 introduction 13 limitations 54 m main menu 23 Varian Inc Index 0 obtaining warranty service 54 p power switch functions 21 printer configuration 49 printer self test 49 printer toggling online 48 r reader comment form 59 S safety practices 7 screen saver time 25 self test printer 49 send data 43 service 53 set baud rate 43 setting the clock 24 specifications with bath 15 storage data 29 storage map 28 system setup 25 t total positions 26 u unpacking your vk 5010 17 WwW warranty 53 warranty limitations 54 Varian Inc Tell Us How We Are Doing We listen to our customers We work hard to make our technical documentation user friendly and to make the information in our manuals easy to retrieve and use We d like you to tell us the kinds of additional information you d find helpful in our documentation Your feedback will be carefully considered when we prepare future editions of this manual This manual should contain the following additiona
19. ex 57 Tell Us How We Are Doing 59 Varian Inc Table of Contents This page was intentionally left blank except for this message Varian Inc List of Figures FIGURE 1 FIGURE 2 FIGURE 3 FIGURE 4 FIGURE 5 Centerline Offset Gauge 19 Paddle Basket Height Gauge 20 VK 5010 Rear Panel 22 Paddle Basket Height Gauge 35 Shaft Centerline Gauge 40 Varian Inc List of Figures This page was intentionally left blank except for this message Varian Inc Chapter1 Safety Practices and Hazards The VK 5010 has been carefully designed so that when used properly you have an accurate fast flexible and safe instrument If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer the protection provided by the equipment may be impaired The VK 5010 is operated in conjunction with equipment that uses aqueous liquids Unskilled improper or careless use of this instrument can create shock hazards fire hazards or other hazards which can cause death serious injury to personnel or severe damage to equipment and property Information on safety practices is provided with your instrument and operation manuals Before using your instrument or accessories you must thoroughly read these safety practices Observe all relevant safety practices at all times Varian Inc Page 8 VK 5010 Centerline Height Measurement System Revision F 11 10 Safety Practices Operator s Manual P N
20. height OFFSET mm XX X HEIGHT mm XX X lt ENTER gt TO NEXT lt CLEAR gt TO PREVIOUS Press ENTER to go to the next vessel position After all of the positions have been viewed press ENTER to return to the Storage Number screen Enter a new storage number to review or press MENU to return to the Storage View screen Press CLEAR to return to the Initialization screen Varian Inc VK 5010 Centerline Height Measurement System Page 31 Operation Revision F 11 10 Operator s Manual P N 70 9029 Testing The Test option is accessed by pressing TEST on the VK 5010 keypad Use this option to verify the height and centerline measurements meet current USP specifications Press TEST The following screen displays VK 5010 TEST MENU 1 HEIGHT MEASURE 2 CTR LINE MEASURE MM DD YY HH MM SS From this screen you can select two options e Height measurement e Centerline measurement Varian Inc Page 32 VK 5010 Centerline Height Measurement System Revision F 11 10 Operation Operator s Manual P N 70 9029 Height Measurement Note qg The paddle and basket height must be set prior to using the VK 5010 to verify the height measurement Step 1 Select option 1 from the Test screen The following screen displays STORAGE ENTER 01 TO 30 AND PRESS lt ENTER gt MM DD YY HH MM SS Step 2 Enter a numeric value between 01 and 30 and
21. l information The most useful thing about this book is This manual would be more helpful if My general impressions of this book are May we contact you regarding your comments YES NO If yes please write your name address and telephone number here Please return this form via mail to Technical Writing Dissolution Systems Varian Inc 13000 Weston Parkway Cary North Carolina 27513 2250 USA Optionally you can return this form via fax at 1 919 677 1550 Always feel free to telephone us to discuss your comments at 1 800 229 1108 VK 5010 Centerline Height Measurement System Operator s Manual P N 70 9029 Revision F
22. mbossed on the printer cover Gently push on these grooves to tilt the cover When the printer cover is tilted up you can lift it off completely Push down on the right side of the ribbon cartridge marked PUSH and remove the old cartridge Install the new cartridge If there is already paper in the printer hold the cartridge between your thumb and index finger slide it over the paper and into the printer compartment Ensure the paper is between the ribbon cartridge and the ink ribbon Ensure the ink cartridge is inserted firmly to prevent weak or irregular printing The cartridge must be properly seated and aligned for the best printing Turn the cartridge knob marked by an arrow clockwise to stretch the ribbon taut Replace the cover Varian Inc Revision F 11 10 VK 5010 Centerline Height Measurement System Page 47 P N 70 9029 Operator s Manual Troubleshooting and Maintenance Step 7 Toggle the printer online by pressing the printer toggle switch to the OnLine Off Line position The Ready LED illuminates Step 8 Replace the paper if necessary If you get ribbon ink on the printer s plastic cover remove it immediately Once dried it is difficult to remove Replacing the Paper Roll Step 1 Toggle the printer off line by pressing the printer toggle switch to the OnLine Off Line position When the printer is off line the Ready LED does not illuminate Step 2 Grasp the paper roll cover firmly by the grooves
23. nect for the instrument Step 1 Ensure the power switches on the rear panel and left side panel are in the off position Varian Inc Revision F 11 10 VK 5010 Centerline Height Measurement System P N 70 9029 Page 23 Operator s Manual Setting Up the VK 5010 Step 2 Connect the cables between the remote sensors and their corresponding jacks on the VK 5010 rear panel Each cable has a different kind of connector making it impossible to plug it into the wrong jack Step 3 Connect the AC power cord between the receptacle on the rear panel and an appropriate AC power receptacle Note SS AC power is necessary for battery charging or printing Main Menu The Menu screen is accessed by pressing MENU on the VK 5010 keypad This option is used to set up the VK 5010 or to set the clock The following screen displays when MENU is pressed VK 5010 MAIN MENU 1 SET CLOCK 2 SETUP MM DD YY HH MM SS From this screen two options can be selected e Set Clock e Setup Varian Inc Page 24 VK 5010 Centerline Height Measurement System Revision F 11 10 Setting Up the VK 5010 Operator s Manual P N 70 9029 Setting the Clock Step 1 From the VK 5010 Main Menu select option 1 to set the clock The following screen displays ENTER DATE MM DD YY MM DD YY HH MM SS Step 2 Enter the date in a MM DD YY format Press ENTER The following screen displays E
24. or questions concerning your VK 5010 Many problems can be traced to simple sources and are easily solved Following is a troubleshooting guide which may help you The Varian Service Department can be reached at 800 229 1108 inside the US or 919 677 1108 outside the US Symptom Probable Cause Possible Solution Unit does not respond when main power switch turned ON Blown fuse check rear panel AC line cord connector Replace if necessary Unit not plugged in Electric outlet does not have power Plug in line cord Check outlet for power Gibberish appears on Graphics Display Corrupt memory Press and hold CLEAR While holding CLEAR press 0 to reset the system No value previously entered for field Program parameter via Main Menu Report Center printer does not function Printer is disabled Enable Report Center via Main Menu Printer works but prints nothing Ribbon needs replacement Install replacement ribbon cartridge Varian Inc Chapter 6 Service and Warranty The warranty is provided by Varian Inc or one of its authorized representatives Service and Warranty Information Varian dissolution products carry a one year warranty on parts and labor The Dissolution Systems Service Department or one of its representatives will at its option either repair or replace any mechanical and electrical components in your in
25. p 1 Turn off the VK 5010 Step 2 Press and hold the printer toggle switch in the Paper feed position Step 3 Turn on the VK 5010 Step 4 Hold the printer toggle switch until printing begins The printer prints a list of the current configuration settings and performs a continuous print test Step 5 Press the printer toggle switch to the OnLine Off Line position to stop the printing operation Step 6 The printer is ready to resume normal operation Printer Configuration Note The printer configuration is set by the factory This procedure a should be performed only if the printer displays erroneous characters Contact the Dissolution Systems Service Department for assistance if necessary Step 1 Turn off the VK 5010 Varian Inc Page 50 VK 5010 Centerline Height Measurement System Revision F 11 10 Operator s Manual Troubleshooting and Maintenance P N 70 9029 Step 2 Press and hold the printer toggle switch in the OnLine Off Line position while turning on the instrument Hold the printer toggle switch in the OnLine Off Line position for six seconds after the instrument is turned on then release the switch Step 3 The printer should print SETUP MENU and CONFIGURE NEXT OK If this message does not print repeat steps 1 through 3 Step 4 The printer toggle switch is used to complete the configuration Pressing the left side of the printer toggle switch selects NEXT to
26. p 6 Lower the paddle or basket into the vessel to a point where the device is touching approximately the middle of the vessel Press ENTER The following screen displays CTR LINE MEASURE ROTATE SHAFT ONE REV AND PRESS lt ENTER gt Step 7 Turn the spindle heads to rotate the shaft one full revolution and press ENTER The following screen displays CTR LINE MEASURE OFFSET mm XX X PRESS lt TEST gt FOR NEXT PRESS lt CLEARs gt TO EXIT Step 8 The centerline measurement displays on the screen Press TEST to begin the testing procedure on the next position or press CLEAR to return to the Test screen Step 9 Raise the drive unit on the tester Step 10 Slide the device up the shaft and gently pull the bottom away from the shaft Varian Inc Page 42 VK 5010 Centerline Height Measurement System Revision F 11 10 Operation Operator s Manual P N 70 9029 Test Data Step 1 From the Test Data screen press PRINT The following screen displays STORAGE XX ENTER 01 to 30 MM DD YY HH MM SS Step 2 Enter a numeric value between 01 and 30 to indicate the storage number of the data requested and press ENTER The following screen displays TEST DATA 1 PRINT 2 SEND DATA 3 COM ID 4 BAUD RATE MM DD YY HH MM SS Printing Step 1 To print select option 1 Print from the Test Data screen The following screen displays indicating the printer is functional and your print job is underway
27. per roll into the paper compartment Step 13 Replace the paper roll cover If the cover is difficult to remove or replace the left and right edges can be trimmed or shaved with a utility knife allowing the cover to slide easier Step 14 Toggle the printer online by pressing the printer toggle switch to the OnLine Off Line position The Ready LED illuminates Toggling Your Printer Online Complete these steps to toggle your printer online Step 1 Toggle the printer online by pressing the printer toggle switch to the OnLine Off Line position When the printer is off line the Ready LED does not illuminate Step 2 Release the switch and it returns to the center position The Ready LED illuminates and a READY message prints if the PRINT READY command has not been turned off See Printer Configuration on page 49 for instructions on turning on and off the PRINT READY Varian Inc Revision F 11 10 VK 5010 Centerline Height Measurement System Page 49 P N 70 9029 Operator s Manual Troubleshooting and Maintenance command When you first turn on the instrument it prints a READY message to assure you that the built in microprocessor is operating properly When you turn off the printer wait at least three seconds before turning it on again Printer Self Test You can test the print head and ribbon only after inserting paper Do not attempt to print without paper Follow these steps to perform a printer self test Ste
28. press ENTER Note G The number entered must be 2 digits in length For example for 1 enter 01 The following screen displays VK 7000 S N XXXXXXXXX PRESS lt ENTER gt WHEN DONE MM DD YY HH MM SS Varian Inc Revision F 11 10 VK 5010 Centerline Height Measurement System Page 33 P N 70 9029 Operator s Manual Operation Step 3 Enter the serial number of the dissolution tester and press ENTER The following screen displays TEST ON POSITION 1 1 TEST 2 SKIP NEXT 3 EXIT MM DD YY HH MM SS Step 4 Select option 1 to continue testing at the current position see Height Measure Test Option on page 34 or select option 2 to skip to the next position Optionally select option 3 to exit and return to the Test screen Varian Inc Page 34 VK 5010 Centerline Height Measurement System Operation Operator s Manual Height Measure Test Option Step 1 Raise the drive unit of the dissolution tester and ensure the paddles baskets are completely out of the vessel From the Test on Position 1 screen press 1 The following screen displays SHAFT ID XXXXXXX PRESS lt ENTER gt WHEN DONE MM DD YY HH MM SS Step 2 Enter the shaft identifier and press ENTER The following screen displays VESSEL ID XXXXXXX PRESS lt ENTER gt WHEN DONE MM DD YY HH MM SS Step 3 Enter the vessel identifier and press ENTER The following screen displays
29. r this message Varian Inc chapter2 Introduction The VK 5010 is designed for testing and documenting the critical physical parameters of centerline and height as specified in the USP General Chapters lt 711 gt Dissolution and lt 724 gt Drug Release Regulatory authorities are emphasizing these factors since inaccuracies can lead to major changes in your dissolution results Prior to the introduction of the VK 5010 the available tools did not give precise numerical values for centerline and height measurements The VK 5010 is specifically designed to find these values It can be configured for either six or eight positions Test data from up to 30 dissolution testers can be stored in the VK 5010 s non volatile memory The data can be downloaded to a PC or printer via the Report Center printer The VK 5010 records the serial numbers up to 9 digits of the tester and the test values You can print a detailed hardcopy calibration report listing all parameter values for each vessel position with the built in Report Center printer If you are using Varian serialized vessels paddles or basket shafts you can enter the serial numbers of each one and have these numbers print as well Varian Inc Page 14 VK 5010 Centerline Height Measurement System Revision F 11 10 Introduction Operator s Manual P N 70 9029 Conventions Used in this Manual e Items you are asked to press are in bold For example press 1 on the keyboar
30. s Contact with these circuits devices and components can cause death serious injury or painful electric shock Periodic maintenance needs may vary depending on frequency of instrument usage Calibration Varian recommends the VK 5010 be calibrated at six month intervals However based on your own SOPs this can be extended for up to a year Call the Dissolution Systems Service Department for a quote packing instructions and a Return Authorization Number before sending your unit for recalibration Varian Inc Page 46 VK 5010 Centerline Height Measurement System Revision F 11 10 Troubleshooting and Maintenance Operator s Manual P N 70 9029 Report Center Impact Printer The following is helpful information for using your impact printer Installing the Cartridge Ribbon If the printer is used infrequently the print impression sometimes becomes weak because the ribbon dries out If the printed material is difficult to read and you suspect this is the cause of the problem advance to a new section of the ribbon by pressing the printer toggle switch to the Paper feed position If the printing is still faint replace the cartridge To install the cartridge Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 Step 6 Toggle the printer off line by pressing the printer toggle switch to the OnLine Off Line position When the printer is off line the Ready LED does not illuminate Four small grooves are e
31. strument which prove to be defective During the first year of warranty coverage there is no charge for the labor to repair your unit The Dissolution Systems Service Department or one of its representatives will determine the best site to repair the unit either onsite or returned to Varian Inc Any onsite warranty services are provided only at the initial installation point Installation and onsite warranty services are available only in Dissolution Systems service travel areas Varian Inc Page 54 VK 5010 Centerline Height Measurement System Revision F 11 10 Service and Warranty Operator s Manual P N 70 9029 Exclusions and Limitations Excluded from this warranty are expendable or consumable items such as but not limited to paddles baskets vessels and acrylic water baths Also excluded are defects from improper or inadequate maintenance by the customer user induced chemical action or contamination unauthorized modification or misuse and improper site preparation and maintenance Operation of software is not warranted to be uninterrupted or error free Obtaining Warranty Service To obtain warranty service in the United States contact the Dissolution Systems Service Department at 800 229 1108 to obtain authorization to return units for repair At the option of the customer onsite warranty service is available but travel charges may be incurred The customer should prepay all shipping charges for products returned to
32. the Dissolution Systems Service Department unless otherwise authorized and Varian Inc will pay all charges for return to the customer Warranty Limitations Varian Inc makes no other warranty either express or implied with respect to this product Specifically disclaimed are any implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular use In no event will Varian Inc be liable for any indirect incidental or consequential damages arising from the use of this product This warranty gives you specific legal rights which may vary from state to state or province to province so you may have other rights and some of these exclusions may not apply to you Varian Inc Revision F 11 10 VK 5010 Centerline Height Measurement System Page 55 P N 70 9029 Operator s Manual Service and Warranty Exclusive Remedies The remedies provided herein are the customer s sole and exclusive remedies In no event shall Varian Inc or its representatives be liable for any direct indirect special incidental or consequential damages whether based on contract tort or any other legal theory Some states or provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you Varian Inc Page 56 VK 5010 Centerline Height Measurement System Revision F 11 10 Service and Warranty Operator s Manual P N 70 9029 This page was intentionally l
33. the tester Slide the device up the shaft and gently pull the top of it away from the shaft The device is easily removed Remove the ball from the vessel using a magnetic wand stir bar retriever or by hand using gloves Varian Inc Revision F 11 10 VK 5010 Centerline Height Measurement System Page 37 P N 70 9029 Operator s Manual Operation Step 13 Press TEST to begin the testing procedure on the next position or press CLEAR to return to the Test screen Varian Inc Page 38 VK 5010 Centerline Height Measurement System Revision F 11 10 Operation Operator s Manual P N 70 9029 Centerline Measurement Step 1 Raise the drive unit of the dissolution tester and ensure the paddles baskets are completely out of the vessel Select option 2 from the Test screen The following screen displays STORAGE 01 ENTER 01 TO 30 AND PRESS lt ENTER gt MM DD YY HH MM SS Step 2 Enter the same 2 digit number entered during Height Measurement on page 32 and press ENTER The following screen displays VK 7000 S N XXXXXXXXX PRESS lt ENTER gt WHEN DONE MM DD YY HH MM SS Step 3 Enter the serial number of the dissolution tester and press ENTER The following screen displays TEST ON POSITION 1 1 TEST 2 SKIP NEXT 3 EXIT MM DD YY HH MM SS From this screen you have three options e Select option 1 to continue testing on the current position see Centerline M
34. urement System Setting Up the VK 5010 P N 70 9029 Operator s Manual VK 5010 Attachments Centerline Offset Gauge The electronic centering sensor allows you to measure the centerline offset for a paddle or basket shaft FIGURE 1 Centerline Offset Gauge Varian Inc Page 20 VK 5010 Centerline Height Measurement System Revision F 11 10 Setting Up the VK 5010 Operator s Manual P N 70 9029 Paddle Basket Height Gauge The paddle basket height sensor can be used to verify paddle or basket height It verifies the distance between the bottom of the paddle or basket and the inner apex of the bottom of the vessel FIGURE 2 Paddle Basket Height Gauge Varian Inc Revision F 11 10 VK 5010 Centerline Height Measurement System Page 21 P N 70 9029 Operator s Manual Setting Up the VK 5010 Power Switch Functions Warning Ensure the AC power setting is at the correct voltage for your power supply The power setting is indicated on the line fuse holder located next to the on off switch on the instrument back panel To change the voltage see Fuse Replacement on page 51 The electrical connection at the back of the VK 5010 is the primary disconnect for the instrument The VK 5010 has a main power switch and a battery power charge switch The main power switch is located on the rear panel See Figure 3 VK 5010 Rear Panel on page 22 With the switch in the ON position the V
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