NuLine viscometers are renowned for their accuracy and reliability – and looking after them properly ensures you get the longest ROI and maximum lifespan of the machine.
Fortunately, all that’s required is some occasional maintenance and care too keep your viscometer working correctly. Here are a few handy tips that can help:
Regular Calibration
If you calibrate your viscometer regularly – you’ll always get the most accurate results. This is because regular calibration against a know reference standard will highlight any issues with the device, and prevent undiagnosed issues from distorting your results. A periodical calibration will allow you to make any adjustments to your viscometer or, in rare cases, have us fix it for you before things get out of hand.
Keep your viscometer clean
After you have used the viscometer – you should always clean it thoroughly to eliminate any residual buildup on the plate. This wills top erroneous results and keep the plate and cone is good working order.
Disassemble and use appropriate solvents to clean any part of the viscometer that has come into contact with your sample, and dry them properly before reassembling.
Storage Concerns
If you keep your viscometer in a cool, dry place away from dust and moisture if you’re not using it for a while. When you are using it – make sure its not in direct exposure to heavy amounts of dust, debris or excessive humidity.
Don’t Be Rough!
Treat your viscometer with respect and only use it for its intend purpose. The internal mechanisms of the NuLine viscometer are intricate and should never be tampered with or misused. Follow the user manual and operate the machine as instructed.
Software / Firmware Updates
Always keep your viscometer up-to-date. This can improve functionality, measurement accuracy and fix any previously undiagnosed bugs.
Use our professional services
If you really want to keep your viscometer up-to-date and functioning correctly to the very highest standard , then use us to carry out a service visit either once or twice a year. We can take care of the calibration, adjustments and software updates, as well as checking other internal aspects to ensure your viscometer is running perfectly. Find out more about our servicing here.