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Operating Manual

Multi Station Vicat Needle Testing Apparatus

Model

Material

Standard

PC-controlled

model with places

Cement

Gypsum

ASTM

1.0366

1.0366.ASTM

1.0366.EN_ASTM

1.0366.G

1.0366.GZ

1.0367

1.0367.ASTM

1.0367.EN_ASTM

1.0367.G

1.0367.GZ

1.0368

1.0368.ASTM

1.0368.EN_ASTM

1.0368.G

1.0368.GZ

Multi Station 
Vicat Test Apparatus 
 

CAUTION: Do not place this device into operation until you have made yourself fully acquainted with its 
connection, with its function, and with the position of all its control elements and functions. 
 
Content Page 
1Basic instructions...................................................................................................................5 
1 Designation................................................................................................................................................................5
2 Purpose for which this system was designed.............................................................................................................5
3 Improper use and safety notices ................................................................................................................................5
4 Guarantee..................................................................................................................................................................7
5 Acceptance of delivery and transport .........................................................................................................................7
5.1 Acceptance of delivery...............................................................................................................................................7
5.2 Transport ...................................................................................................................................................................7
5.3 Commissioning..........................................................................................................................................................7
6 Scope of delivery .......................................................................................................................................................8
7 Connection to the power supply.................................................................................................................................9 
2Apparatus properties............................................................................................................10 
3Operation...............................................................................................................................11 
1 Commissioning........................................................................................................................................................11 
1.1 Connections and switching on..................................................................................................................................11 
1.2 Filling.......................................................................................................................................................................14 
1.3 Temperature control.................................................................................................................................................15 
1.4 Messages and warnings on the display....................................................................................................................17 
2 Equipment................................................................................................................................................................19 
2.1 Drope roads.............................................................................................................................................................19 
2.2 Additional Weight of 700 grams................................................................................................................................20 
2.3 Additional heat exchanger / art.no.1.0366.13...........................................................................................................21 
2.4 Consistency plunger.................................................................................................................................................22 
4Operation...............................................................................................................................24 
1 Software ..................................................................................................................................................................24 
2 Inserting samples.....................................................................................................................................................26 
3 Starting the tests......................................................................................................................................................26 
4 Safety during testing ................................................................................................................................................27 
5 Monitoring................................................................................................................................................................28 
6 Running to maintenance position.............................................................................................................................28 
5Variants of Vicat needle devices.........................................................................................30 
1 Position of the washing device depends on the variant ............................................................................................30 
1.1 Selecting washer......................................................................................................................................................32 
1.2 Enable/Disable usage of dryer .................................................................................................................................32 
2 Setting the coordinates of the washer, the dryer, the samples and determination of the zero levels.........................33 
2.1 Setting the coordinates of washing unit....................................................................................................................34 
2.2 Setting the coordinates of the dryer..........................................................................................................................35 
2.3 Setting the XY coordinates for the centre of the sample...........................................................................................36 
2.4 Determining the zero levels of the samples..............................................................................................................37 
2.5 Setting the penetration time for needle and cone .....................................................................................................39 
3 Setting the rubber buffer ..........................................................................................................................................40 
4 Changing the needle................................................................................................................................................41 
5 Cleaning the filter.....................................................................................................................................................42 
6 Changing the brushes..............................................................................................................................................44 
6.1 Cleaning system for needles....................................................................................................................................44 
6.2 Version for gypsum..................................................................................................................................................45 
6.3 Cleaning or Changing the brush (washing unit for cone) ..........................................................................................46 
6.4 Cleaning the filter tank (washing unit for cone).........................................................................................................47 
6.5 Cleaning the water basin..........................................................................................................................................49 
6Gypsum / Cement: Change of variants...............................................................................50 
1 ASTM-Devices.........................................................................................................................................................51 
1.1 ASTM-Device “1.0366.ASTM “.................................................................................................................................51 
2 ASTM device “1.0367.ASTM”...................................................................................................................................52 
3 ASTM device “1.0368.ASTM”...................................................................................................................................53 
4 1.0366.EN/ASTM changeable types.........................................................................................................................54 
4.1 EN (water level 55mm without samples)...................................................................................................................54 
4.2 ASTM (water level min. 10mm)................................................................................................................................55 
7Status and error messages on the handheld unit.............................................................56 
1 The keys of the handheld unit ..................................................................................................................................59 
8After-sales service................................................................................................................60 
1 Date of this version of the Operating Manual............................................................................................................60 
2 Copyright .................................................................................................................................................................60 
3 Spare parts and technical help.................................................................................................................................60 
 
 

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Figures Page 
 
Figure 1: Fuses...............................................................................................................................................9 
Figure 2: penetration patterns ......................................................................................................................10 
Figure 3: Switches and power supply...........................................................................................................11 
Figure 4: Communication connectors...........................................................................................................11 
Figure 5: Determining the reference points..................................................................................................13 
Figure 6: Reference points set .....................................................................................................................13 
Figure 7: VicatMPM apparatus is ready.......................................................................................................13 
Figure 8: ball valves......................................................................................................................................14 
Figure 9: flow guide and venting valve.........................................................................................................14 
Figure 10: regulation of temperature............................................................................................................18 
Figure 11: drop rods .....................................................................................................................................19 
Figure 12: immersion cone...........................................................................................................................20 
Figure 13: additional weight..........................................................................................................................20 
Figure 14: additional heat exchanger...........................................................................................................21 
Figure 15: open housing...............................................................................................................................21 
Figure 16: pull off hose.................................................................................................................................21 
Figure 17: connecting additional heat exchanger ........................................................................................22 
Figure 18: consistency plunger ....................................................................................................................22 
Figure 19: VicatMPM application software...................................................................................................24 
Figure 20: fixing a sample in the testing station...........................................................................................26 
Figure 21: washing unit for needle ...............................................................................................................26 
Figure 22: emergency stop during running to position.................................................................................27 
Figure 23: safety strips and flap ...................................................................................................................27 
Figure 24: fix broken needle.........................................................................................................................28 
Figure 25: maintenance position ..................................................................................................................28 
Figure 26: running to maintenance position.................................................................................................29 
Figure 27: drop rod is in maintenance position ............................................................................................29 
Figure 28: positions of the washing unit at 6-stations machine....................................................................30 
Figure 29: positions of the washing unit at 8-stations machine....................................................................31 
Figure 30: positions of the washing unit at 12-stations machine..................................................................31 
Figure 31: all tests disabled..........................................................................................................................32 
Figure 32: selection window to activate the build-in washer unit .................................................................32 
Figure 34: selection window set coordinates of washing unit? ....................................................................34 
Figure 35: setting the coordinates of washing unit at position 1 ..................................................................34 
Figure 36: selection window set coordinates of dryer? ................................................................................35 
Figure 37: set coordinates of the dryer at position 1....................................................................................35 
Figure 38: selection window, set XY coordinates for sample 1?..................................................................36 
Figure 39: window for setting coordinates of sample 1................................................................................36 
Figure 40: zero levels ...................................................................................................................................37 
Figure 41: window for determining the zero levels of the samples ..............................................................38 
Figure 42: progress of the zero level measurement.....................................................................................38 
Figure 43: sample selection to change penetration time..............................................................................39 
Figure 44: change the penetration time of a sample....................................................................................39 
Figure 45: setting the rubber buffer..............................................................................................................40 
Figure 46: changing the needle....................................................................................................................41 
Figure 47: cleaning the filter.........................................................................................................................42 
Figure 48: air venting....................................................................................................................................43 
Figure 49: displaying flow rate......................................................................................................................43 
Figure 50: brushes change in needle washing unit......................................................................................44 
Figure 51: device version for gypsum ..........................................................................................................45 
Figure 52: brush change in washing unit for cone .......................................................................................46 
Figure 53: filter tank for gypsum version ......................................................................................................47 
Figure 54: menu venting the washer for cone..............................................................................................48 
Figure 55: venting the water cicle system....................................................................................................48 
Figure 56: cleaning the water basin .............................................................................................................49 
Figure 57: apparatus with 4, 6 or 8 stations for Gypsum and cement .........................................................50 
Figure 58: apparatus with 12 stations for Gypsum and Cement..................................................................50 
Figure 59: ASTM device “1.0366.ASTM” .....................................................................................................51 
Figure 60: ASTM device “1.0367.ASTM” .....................................................................................................52 

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Figure 61: ASTM device “1.0368.ASTM” .....................................................................................................53

Figure 62: EN version...................................................................................................................................54

Figure 63: ASTM version..............................................................................................................................55

Figure 64: display connection status message ............................................................................................56

Figure 65: limit switch error message...........................................................................................................56

Figure 66: recursions error message ...........................................................................................................56

Figure 67: message broken needle..............................................................................................................56

Figure 68: message drop rod missing..........................................................................................................57

Figure 69: message searching for drop rod .................................................................................................57

Figure 70: message drop rod present ..........................................................................................................57

Figure 71: message rod lost during movement............................................................................................57

Figure 72: message time out of a motor.......................................................................................................58

Figure 73: view of a measurement window..................................................................................................58

Figure 74: handset unit.................................................................................................................................59

note



The descriptions and explanations are exemplary for all models.

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1 Basic instructions

1.1 Designation

Designation of the device: Please see the nameplate on the Vicat Apparatus, which shows the

complete characteristic data and the electric properties of the sys-

tem.

1.2 Purpose for which this system was designed

This Operating Manual contains the information required for operation of the products described here, for

the purpose for which they have been designed. This Operating Manual is intended to be used by technically

qualified staff only.

“Technically qualified staff” is defined as those persons who – as a result of their training; their experience;

the instructions which they have received; as well as their knowledge of the relevant standards, regulations,

accident-prevention regulations, and conditions of product operation in the company –have been authorized

by the person responsible for the safety of the company equipment to carry out the activities and actions

required for operation of the equipment described below, and who can recognize and prevent any possible

dangers arising from such operation (this definition of technically qualified staff has been provided in IEC

364).

The User must observe the requirements and limit values, as well as all safety instructions, given in this

Operating Manual. Any use of this device not in accordance with these stipulations shall be considered to

be in violation of the use for which this system was intended. If this device must be operated under special

conditions, or with special modes of operation, then this shall be authorized only after consultation with the

manufacturer, and after obtaining his prior and express approval.

The apparatus serves exclusively to measure the setting times of cement. The beginning and end of the

setting process are determined from the way in which a steel needle penetrates into a cement sample man-

ufactured under specific conditions.

Caution!

The instructions provided in this operating manual concern only the correct use of the

system. To perform the test correctly, the user must observe the specific norms for

the test.

1.3 Improper use and safety notices

The apparatus is built to the state of the art and recognised technical rules. Despite this, dangers to life and

limb of the user or third parties or damage to parts of the apparatus or other property can arise during

operation.

Do not disassemble the apparatus and do not attempt to repair or modify it.

Operate the product within the specified supply voltage range.

Do not operate the product in places exposed to icing, heat radiation, condensation, corrosive gasses, vi-

brations or heavy blows, and places with high air humidity and temperature fluctuations.

Caution

The mixing of cement with water causes the release of alkaline substances. In work-

ing with concrete, it is essential to take all necessary precautions to prevent dry ce-

ment from entering the eyes, mouth, or nose. Use protective clothing to prevent skin

contact with wet cement or concrete. If cement or concrete enters the eyes, immedi-

ately and carefully wash out the eyes with clean water. Seek medical help immedi-

ately. Skin or tissue exposed to moist concrete, has to be washed immediately.

The operator must make sure that no other person is, put at risk. Only trained operators may use the device

unsupervised.

If any faults or damage to the apparatus impair its operational safety, it must be put out of operation imme-

diately, and only used again after all hazards have been eliminated.

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This operating manual contains safety instructions, which have to be considered in order, to exclude any

risk of fatalities, injuries, damage to the equipment or improper operation. Safety markings are as follows:

Caution!

This warning refers to dangers that could cause material damage.

Danger

This warning refers to dangers that could cause severe injuries or even fatalities.

Note



Provides practical advice on operation

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1.4 Guarantee

Apply our General Terms of Sales and Delivery in all cases.

The Manufacturer guarantees that this Operating Manual has been prepared in conformity with the technical

and functional parameters of the equipment as delivered. The Manufacturer reserves the right to add sup-

plementary information to this Operating Manual as required.

The guarantee provided by the Manufacturer is the legal guarantee. This guarantee does not cover wear-

and-tear parts.

The Manufacturer guarantees trouble-free operation only if the user observes the instructions in this Oper-

ating Manual, and only if the user employs the equipment for the purpose for which it is intended.

The Manufacturer shall not be liable for damages that may occur if the equipment is used for purposes for

which it is not intended, or if the User does not observe the instructions and rules for operation as set forth

in this Operating Manual.

No claims for damages may be lodged against the Manufacturer if the equipment is modified in its structural

or constructional characteristics without the prior written consent of the Manufacturer, or if its functional

characteristics are modified without such consent.

1.5 Acceptance of delivery and transport

1.5.1 Acceptance of delivery

When accepting delivery of the equipment, first inspect it for its outer, visible condition. If this inspection is

satisfactory, the device may be accepted from the freight forwarder (railways, parcel service, or other haul-

age company).

If there are no shortcomings, and if there are no transport damages, then use the bill of delivery to make

sure that the consignment is complete, and that all parts have been delivered.

If you assume or suspect transport damage, or if transport damage becomes apparent only after you have

accepted the delivery, immediately make an exact report of the conditions and any damage as they exist.

Send us this report immediately by fax or e-mail. Important: Absolutely do not make any changes to the

delivered goods.

After we have studied your report, we can make a decision whether we can:

•Deliver spare parts to you, or

•Send a specialized fitter/installer to your plant, or

•Ask that you return the system to us for repair.

1.5.2 Transport

The equipment is delivered in a transport box. The open spaces inside the boxes are filled with cushioning

material to prevent damage during transport. After the equipment has been unpacked from the transport

box, it can be lifted out of the box by hand and moved the place of installation.

The weight is approx. 70 kg.

1.5.3 Commissioning

Place the equipment on an even and vibration-free base with a suitable load-bearing capacity. This equip-

ment is intended for operation in dry rooms.

The ambient conditions that must be observed are as follows:

Permissible temperature conditions: according to DIN EN 196-3

Permissible relative humidity: according to DIN EN 196-3

Maximum elevation: 1,000 metres above sea level

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Caution!

Take normal and reasonable precautions so that system does not suffer impacts or

is not damaged in another way.

1.6 Scope of delivery

The apparatus comes with the following standard accessories:

Power cord

RS232 cable

Handset unit (Figure 73)

Hex key (SW 1.25 / SW: 2 for needle washing unit), (SW: 2 for cone washing unit)

Operating Manual for apparatus / Operating Manual for software / Software-CD

Table 1:

Type of machine

Vicat needle

Vicat cone

Vicat

rings

glass plates

replacement

filter sponge

spare

brushes

for needle

spare

brushes

for cone

1.0366

6 stations

Cement

Ø1,13mm, 1pc

+2pcs spare

70/80 mm

6 pieces

6pcs

+2pcs spare

1 pair

1.0366G

6 stations

Gypsum

1pc

+1pc spare

70/80 mm

6 pieces

6pcs

+2pcs spare

PU-

2 pieces

1.0366GZ

6 stations

Gypsum +

Cement

Ø1,13mm, 1pc

+2pcs spare

1pc

+1pc spare

70/80 mm

6 pieces

65/75 mm

6 pieces

6pcs

+2pcs spare

1 pair

PU-

2 pieces

1.0366ASTM

6 stations

Cement

Ø1mm 1pc

+2pcs spare

65/75 mm

6 pieces

6pcs

+2pcs spare

1 pair

1.0366.EN/ASTM

6 stations

Cement

Ø1,13mm 1pc

+2pcs spare

Ø1mm 1pc

+2pcs spare

70/80 mm

6 pieces

65/75 mm

6 pieces

6pcs

+2pcs spare

1 pair

1 piece

1.0367

8 stations

Cement

Ø1,13mm 1pc

+2pcs spare

70/80 mm

8 pieces

8pcs

+2pcs spare

1 pair

1.0367G

8 stations

Gypsum

1pc

+1pc spare

70/80 mm

8 pieces

8pcs

+2pcs spare

PU-

2 pieces

1.0367GZ

8 stations

Gypsum + Cement

Ø1,13mm 1pc

+2pcs spare

1pc

+1pc spare

70/80 mm

8 pieces

8pcs

+2pcs spare

1 pair

PU-

2 pieces

1.0367ASTM

8 stations

Cement

Ø1mm 1pc

+2pcs spare

65/75 mm

8 pieces

8pcs

+2pcs spare

1 pair

1.0367.EN/ASTM

8 stations

Cement

Ø1,13mm 1pc

+2pcs spare

Ø1mm 1pc

+2pcs spare

70/80 mm

8 pieces

65/75 mm

8 pieces

8pcs

+2pcs spare

1.0368

12 stations

Cement

Ø1,13mm 1pc

+2pcs spare

70/80 mm

11 pieces

12pcs

+2pcs spare

1 pair

1.0368G

12 stations

Gypsum

1pc

+1pc spare

70/80 mm

11 pieces

12pcs

+2pcs spare

PU-

2 pieces

1.0368GZ

12 stations

Gypsum + Cement

Ø1,13mm 1pc

+2pcs spare

1pc

+1pc spare

70/80 mm

11 pieces

12pcs

+2pcs spare

1 pair

PU-

2 pieces

1.0368ASTM

12 stations

Cement

Ø1mm 1pc

+2pcs spare

65/75 mm

11 pieces

12pcs

+2pcs spare

1 pair

1.0368.EN/ASTM

12 stations

Cement

Ø1,13mm 1pc

+2pcs spare

Ø1mm 1pc

+2pcs spare

70/80 mm

12 pieces

65/75 mm

12 pieces

12pcs

+2pcs spare

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1.7 Connection to the power supply

Danger

In accordance with the pertinent standards, the connection socket should be con-

nected to the grounding system.

Also, check the device rating plate to make sure that the ratings of the building power

supply conform to the requirements for voltage, wattage, amperage, and frequency

of the equipment.

The technical characteristics of this safety device must also satisfy the standards that

apply in the country in which the device is installed.

Caution

The manufacturer of the equipment cannot be held liable for any damages that result

because the information here is not observed.

Electrical tolerances:

Actual voltage: 10% of the rated voltage

Frequency: 50 Hertz 1% of the rated frequency, continually; 2% of the rated frequency, on a

short-term basis

The manufacturer shall not be liable for damages to persons or properties that arise because the

above instructions have not been considered.

To protect the electronic components from short circuit, two troughs fuses (250VAC/ 6.3A) are build-in,

easily accessible to the user.

Figure 1: Fuses

Fuse

T 250VAC/6,3A

4, 6 and 8 stations:

12 stations

Fuse

T 250VAC/6,3A

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2 Apparatus properties

The apparatus is classified among those that generally do not reach an acoustic emission of 90 dB(A)

(measured according to DIN 45 635).

The noise caused by the apparatus depends on various factors, such as installation site.

It is therefore impossible to state a general sound pressure level.

Technical Data for machine with 4, 6 and 8 stations: 12 stations:

Width/depth/height: 705 x 580 x 600 mm 1000 x 700 x1150 mm

Weight: 70 kg 180 kg

Electrical connection: 110–230 VAC / 50–60 Hz

Power draw: 600 W

Weight of drop rod: 300g ± 1

100g ± 1

Additional weight: 700g ± 1

Test cycles:

The apparatus supports various test cycles whereby one of the penetration patterns can be combined with

one of the cycle times (4, 8, 12 and 16 min).

Note



If single range (40mm - 0mm) is used to select the cycle time and the checkbox

"Use minimum cycle time in area of initial and final time of setting" is checked, the

cycle time is reduced to the smallest value (4min), as soon as the device registers

measured values within the defined area of initial and final time of setting. Outside

these areas, the set cycle time is used for further measurements.

26 penetrations (EN196-3) , (EN13454-2)

90 penetrations EN196-3)

43 penetrations (ASTM C191)

16 penetrations (EN196-3) , (EN13279-2)

Figure 2: penetration patterns

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