1 Introduction 1
man-stc-42115-V15-27 Sand Rammer 1
1 Introduction
Congratulations, you have just purchased an extremely reliable sand
testing instrument that is backed by the professional technical support
and years of proven sand technology experience of Simpson
Technologies Corporation.
This laboratory equipment is constructed of quality materials and is the
result of unsurpassed craftsmanship. The High Temperature
Compression Tester should be operated only when it is in perfect
condition and in accordance with its designed purpose, with the operator
aware of possible hazards. Observe the Safety instructions in Section 2
and Operating Instructions in Section 5.
1.1 Application and Designated Use
The High Temperature Compression Tester, Model 42115, is used to
determine hot properties of molded sand with any type of binder
(kaolinites, bentonites and chemical binders). The equipment operates
with both; the American Foundry Society standard specimens (1.125”
(28.58mm) diameter X 2” (50.8mm) high) and the Metric standard
specimens (11.28 mm diameter X 20 mm high).Any other application
outside the intended usage will be regarded as use not in accordance
with its purpose, and, therefore, the manufacturer / supplier will not held
liable for any damage that might arise thereunder. The risk in this case
will be exclusively that of the User.
1.2 Organizational Measures
The operating instructions should be readily available at the place of
operation. In addition to the operating instructions, the general legal
regulations or other mandatory rules for prevention of accidents and
environmental protection should be made known and be observed!
The personnel instructed to use this apparatus, before beginning work,
should have studied and fully understood these Operating Instructions, in
particular the Safety chapter.
No modifications, extensions or changes of design of the device that
would impact safety requirements should be put into effect with prior
consent of the supplier! Spare parts must conform to the technical
specifications defined by the manufacturer. This is always guaranteed
when using original spares.
