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1.01 WARNINGS
The manufacturer does not accept any responsibility for direct or indirect damage to people, things or animals and use of
the appliance in different conditions from those foreseen.
The manufacturer reserves the right to make changes to the documentary information or to the appliance without advance
notice.
Check the machine responds to the standards in force in the state in which it has been installed.
All operations necessary for maintaining machine efficiency before and throughout use are the operators responsibility
Carefully read the entire manual before operating the machine.
It is vital to know the information and limitations contained in this manual for correct machine use by the operator.
Interventions are only permitted if the operator is accordingly competent and trained.
The operator must be knowledgeable about machine operations and mechanisms.
The purchaser must ensure that operators are trained and aware of all the information and clarifications in the supplied
documentation.
Even with such certainty the operator or user must be informed and therefore aware of potential risks when operating the
machine.
Safety, reliability and optimum performance is guaranteed when using original parts.
Any tampering or modifying of the appliance (electrical, mechanical or other) which has not been previously authorised in
writing by the manufacturer is considered abusive and disclaims the constructor from any responsibility for any resulting
damage.
All necessary operations to maintain the efficiency of the machine before and throughout use are the responsibility of the
user.
The machine has been designed and constructed according to the current norms and consequently with mechanical and
electrical safety devices designed to protect the operator or user from possible physical damage. Residual risks during use
or in some intervention procedures on the device are however present. Such risks can be reduced by carefully following
manual procedures, using the suggested individual protection devices and respecting the legal and safety norms in force.
This manual includes Warning and Danger indications in relevant chapters. These indications are shown with the words
Danger or Warning in bold font and uppercase to make them highly visible.
WARNING indicates that machine damage could be caused should indications be ignored.
DANGER indicates that machine damage and/or injury to the worker could be caused should indications be
ignored.
DANGEROUS ZONE indicates any zone inside or in the proximity of the appliance in which a person is exposed
to the risk of injury or damage to health.
This manual has been edited with the aim of providing all machine operators with all the necessary information on
installation, use and maintenance from production to scrapping in as comprehensive and clear manner as possible.
All the procedures useful for any foreseeable emergency situations have been listed by the manufacturer and can be verified
during use.
Operators, for whom this manual has been written, due to their competence must give instructions or operate the machine
themselves.
The instructions manual must be carefully consulted by laboratory or site safety managers, equipment operators and any
internal and external maintenance workers.
The manual is integral to the product and refers to this appliance only.
The manual must be safeguarded and always kept near the equipment so that it can be easily consulted whenever
necessary.
IMPORTANT: The manual does not substitute the experience and technical training of the worker but must be considered
a guide for carrying out its functions.
Furthermore all the norms and rules the operator should be aware of or consult for correct use of the machine and/or test
performance can be found in the manual.
This responsibility is entrusted to the installer and Laboratory or Site Manager where the machine is installed.
The Constructor is available to provide further information.
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The manual can consist of a number of documents, as shown in the appropriate list.
Verify that all documents are present; otherwise request the missing parts from the Constructor before using the machine.
Instructions can be supplied with enclosures containing diagrams and designs, which are necessary for interpretation of
correct machine use and maintenance.
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Chapter 8 MAINTENANCE
8.01 Periodical checks
8.02 Ordinary Maintenance
8.03 Extraordinary Maintenance
8.04 Authorised maintenance centres
Chapter 11 INACTIVITY
ENCLOSURES
A Load Frame
B Control panel
Wiring
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This manual reflects the state at the time of the launch of the machine on its market. If any modifications, improvements or
adjustments have been made since machine supply the Manufacturer does not have to intervene on the marketed machine
and will not consider the machine or the manual deficient or inadequate.
SEE EC DECLARATION
MODEL: S301N
1.09 EC STAMP
SEE EC DECLARATION
1.10 USAGE
This versatile, compact, heavy duty triaxial frame has been designed for routine tests, for central laboratories, but also for
research purposes.
The triaxial machine is equipped with a touch screen control unit with a microprocessor control system that allows to
perform test within a speed range of 0,00001 to 12 mm/min.
The maximum load capacity is 50.000N. The machine can be equipped with triaxial cells, model S305 (max. specimen
size diameter 70x140mm) and triaxial cells, model S306 (max. specimen size dia. 100x200mm).
This appliance is for the exclusive use which it has been conceived for.
1.11 OPERATORS
QUALIFIED PERSONNEL means people who, due to their training, experience and education, as well as knowledge of
the relevant standards, limitations and measures, have been authorised by the PLANT SAFETY MANAGER to carry out
any necessary activity and are able to recognise and avoid any possible danger.
The manufacturer recommends that the instructions, procedures and recommendations in this manual and the work safety
legislation in force be scrupulously adhered to, even with the use of appropriate protection devices (whether individual or
part of the machine).
Knowledge and respect of the instructions, safety warnings and danger in this manual are all necessary for installation,
operation, management and machine maintenance with a minimal risk.
The PLANT SAFETY MANAGER has the following responsibilities and duties:
- To know the machine functions, its commands, safety and protection devices, possible dangers of use and all the
information in this manual in detail. This knowledge can only be gleaned from detailed reading of this manual.
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- To know the safety legislation in force in detail in order to operate the machine
- To recognise the QUALIFIED PERSONNEL for transportation, handling, installation, use, maintenance, disposal, etc.
- Correctly train and educate the QUALIFIED PERSONNEL before allowing them access to the machine. The personnel
must also be exhaustively trained with regards to the machines protection devices.
- Ensure the machines safety devices are not tampered with or removed and are checked on a daily basis. Provide the
operator appropriate individual protection devices according to the laws in force.
- The constructor is available for clarification, assistance and training and declines all responsibility for damage to things or
people resulting from improper, incorrect and negligent use by untrained personnel.
1.12 STORAGE
The appliance must be stored and conserved in the original packaging and in a
closed environment, protected from atmospheric agents with a minimum
temperature of -15C, and a maximum of +60C and a maximum humidity of 70%.
WARNING
In order to avoid irreparable machine damage, move with care, do not overturn,
protect from rain, do not stack, protect the packaging and its contents from bumps
and sources of heat.
WARNING
During transportation and movement it is important to avoid bumps, overloading with other packages, exposure to freezing
or heating atmospheric agents, or any other potentially harmful condition to the device, things or people. Machine
transportation and movement must be entrusted to Qualified Personnel who can ensure correct movement.
Do not transport or move the product should it be impossible to respect the conditions
on the packaging or there be any doubts. Request information from the constructor.
DANGER
WARNING
After removing the packaging check the machine is complete and that there are no visibly damaged parts. DO NOT USE
THE MACHINE and refer to the constructor when in doubt.
The components used for packaging (plastic bags, polystyrene, nails, screws, wood,
etc) must be kept out of reach of children, as they are sources of danger. These
components should be placed in the appropriate containers.
DANGER
In order to avoid bumps and overturn adopt the normal and logical precautions.
WARNING
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The equipment is composed of two main parts (see enclosure A for details):
THE LOAD FRAME (A) is basically made by a mechanical screw jack (A21) to which the two side
columns are fixed (A8). An upper cross bar (A6) is secured to the side columns by means of special
fixing nuts (A5). The mechanical screw jack transmits the load to the moving platen (A11). A proving
ring (OPTIONAL) equipped with a dial gauge (OPTIONAL) which detects the specimen deformation
can be fixed to the upper cross bar.
As an alternative to the dynamometric ring, the load frame can be equipped with load cells of different
capacity, but with a max.capacity of 50.000 N; the load cell must be connected to the LAN
connectors placed on the right side of the casing cover.
It is also possible to apply one or more transducers to the load frame, to measure the specimen
deformation, or the move of the moving plate (A11). Also in this case the transducers must be
connected to the LAN connectors placed on the right side of the casing cover.
THE CONTROL PANEL (B) allows to set and activate the testing machine functions.
Do not hesitate to get in touch with the manufacturer or with the dealer for any further information.
S301N
LENGTH 511mm
WIDTH 500mm
HEIGHT 1810 mm
WEIGHT 175 kg
S301N
VOLTAGE 230V
PHASE NUMBERS 1
FREQUENCY 50/60Hz
POWER 600 WATT
AMP 3A
2.04 NOISE
The air noise emission levels shown do not necessarily imply the levels of exposure to the worker.
The levels of exposure to the operator are obviously linked to the emission levels of the appliance; however other factors
influence the levels of exposure to the operator: length of exposure, environmental characteristics, the presence of other
machines etc.
The appliance emission levels allow anyway an estimate to be carried out on the dangers due to noise.
Continuous use of the appliance and machines predictably present in the installation
environment could cause a heightened daily personal exposure to noise.
DANGER
If the daily personal exposure is equal to or more than 85 dB (A) it is advisable to use the Individual Protection Devices
(protective headphones, plugs, etc.). If the daily personal exposure is equal to or more than 90 dB (A) it is compulsory to
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use Individual Protection Devices (protective headphones, plugs, etc.). For further information consult the standards in force
in the country of installation.
DURING USE
When operating check there are no conditions of danger. Immediately stop the machine when it is functioning irregularly.
Contact the authorised Sales Service department.
For the operators safety do not touch any part of the appliance when testing and use the appropriate individual protection
devices in order to keep the operator safe.
DEFINITION: Protections are all the safety measures that consist of the use of specific technical means (repairs, safety
devices) to protect people from dangers which cannot be limited reasonably in design.
Tampering with the protections or any appliance modification could cause risks to
users or other exposed people.
The manufacturer does not assume any responsibility for direct or in direct damage
to people, things or animals following tampering with the protections.
DANGER
Passive safety devices are the devices or solutions which eliminate or reduce the risks to the operator without any active
intervention by the operator.
The load frame is equipped with:
An electric limit switch that automatically stops the moving platen (A11) when the downwards
max travel is reached. Upwards there is no stopping device: if the max travel limit is passed, the
equipment will not be damaged.
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Anyway never use the moving platen near the upper limit (A18) and lower limit (A19).
WARNING
Micro switch (OPTIONAL) connected to the proving ring (OPTIONAL) by means of the connector (A12) and
providing an automatic stop of the appliance when the max. load is reached.
Active safety devices are the devices or solutions which eliminate or reduce the risks to the operator and require active and
conscious intervention by the operator for the preventive action to be carried out.
4.01 LOCATION
The equipment must be placed in an ideal position and environment for the use it has been conceived for (laboratory use
and protected from atmospheric agents) and that the machine is placed by a qualified operator.
GENERAL ADVICE
The machine must be installed in an area which allows ease of access to all parts so that maintenance may be
carried out.
Unauthorised people and objects which could be potential sources of danger must not be permitted in the area
surrounding the machine.
Do not position the equipment near instruments or appliances which could produce vibrations.
DANGER
Before wiring consult the electric plan linked to the instructions manual and the
registration plate on the machine for information regarding supply, frequency and
nominal current.
DANGER
Connect the earthing system via the PE terminal (yellow-green) before any other
connection.
DANGER
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Apply a knife switch at the top of the connecting cable of the machine to the power
system.
The knife switch must be combined with a safety device against the overload with a
differential switch (safety switch).
DANGER
The technical features of the safety device must be in accordance with the standards
in force in the country where the machine has been installed.
ELECTRIC TOLERANCES:
The manufacturer assumes no liability for any damages to people, things and animals caused by the non-compliance of the
above instructions
CONTROL DESCRIPTION
They allow fixing the upper cross bar (A6) to the
A5 FIXING NUTS
supporting bars (A8).
It allows the platen (A11) to apply the load to the
A6 CROSS BAR /BEAM
specimen placed on the ram (A5).
Thanks to the fixing nuts (A5) they support the
A8 SIDE COLUMNS upper bar (A6) and together they form the main
frame of the appliance
It protects the moving platen (A11) and its
A9 GASKET components from the dust and the debris provoked
by the tests.
Sliding upwards it allows applying the load to the
A11 MOVING PLATEN
specimen.
The goal of this micro is to protect the Proving Ring
CONNECTOR FOR ELECTRIC MICRO
A12 (OPTIONAL); in fact it stops the appliance in the
SWITCH
event of an overloading.
Thanks to this fitting it is possible to tool up the
appliance with a proving ring (OPTIONAL). For
A16 SCREW FOR PROVING RING
further details, consult the Chapter TOOLING UP
of this manual.
A17 METAL RING It allows fixing the gasket (A9) to the screw (A10).
Its the max. upper travel limit of the moving platen
A18 MAX. UPPER LIMIT
(A11).
Its the max. lower travel limit of the moving platen
A19 MAX. LOWER LIMIT
(A11).
A21 MECHANICAL SCREW JACK It allows moving up and down the platen (A11).
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The human-machine interface involves the use of a LCD LCD TFT QVGA (320x240 pixel) touchscreen put next to a 5-key
keyboard. All the functions of the machine are accessible both through the touchscreen and through the keyboard. Some
keys can be disabled or can take on a special significance depending on the context in which the machine operates.
B1 MAIN SWITCH
B2 DISPLAY
B3 KEYBOARD
B4 N2 USB PORTS
B5 SLOT SD CARD
B6 ANALOG CHANNEL
B7 RS232
B8 LAN
6.01 REGULATIONS
Before starting the normal use of the machine, it must be equipped with all the necessary accessories in order
to perform the test properly.
After this, fix to the upper beam a dynamometer ring or a load cell; they both must be equipped with a piston
of penetration or compression suitable to the test.
On the mold plate should be placed the mold or the equipment suitable for the test.
Adjust the position of the mold plate and of the upper bream to limit the dead time during the execution of the
test: particularly place the mold plate in correspondence of the lower dead point.
In the end apply any comparators or electronic displacement transducers to measure the deformation of the
specimen, or the move of the mold plate
Before starting the test, it is recommended to check that the mold plate stops its run at the lower dead
point,
If it is used a dynamometer ring equipped with the electrical safety stop at the maximum load, check
(before starting the test) that the device is working properly by stopping the run of the mold plate when
the maximum load of the dynamometer ring is the reached.
To allow a correct transmission of the data from the machines sensors to the circuit board, make sure that the
connectors CH1CH8 and LAN are firmly inserted in their respective seats, while the RS232 connector is
blocked with both its screws. Make sure the cable of the connectors CH1CH8 is blocked by the cable gland
(see the attached image) to prevent that any vibration of the machine could distort the data transmission. At
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the end of the connection close the slot connectors with the specific sheet.
Before setting the machine in motion it is essential that the Operator and Safety Manager
have read the Instructions Manual and understood all parts of the machine and activities
linked to it (Risks, Dangers, Functionality, Operation, Protections, Commands, etc.)
DANGER
WARNING
Before switching on the appliance, ensure that the load frame is connected to the electric
feeding net.
WARNING
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The main menu allows to select the main functions of the device.
It can show a range of set and variable number of items, depending on the installed International Standards.
Menu display
area
The following list includes the icons that represent the regular functions and does not include the ones of the
standards (see the related chapters).
: manual positioning
: test storage
: system configuration.
: control panel
How to select an item of the main menu with the touch screen
1. Scroll through the menu ( or ) up to the desired item has been visualized.
2. Touch the desired item and wait for the activation of the selected function.
1. Scroll through the menu ( or ) up to the desired item has been visualized.
2. Press the confirmation key ( ) and wait for the execution of the selected function.
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It allows to select the specific configuration functions of the machine. The menu items are as follows
How to select an item of the control panel menu with the touch-screen
2. Touch the desired item and wait for the execution of the activation function.
How to select an item of the control panel menu with the keyboard
2. Press the confirmation key ( ) and wait for the activation of the desired item.
1. Press the key and wait for the visualization of the main menu.
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CONFIGURATION PROFILES
Parameters
Parameter Value
Profile It shows the profile (correctly selected) with the configurations of the
machine and of the analog channels
WARNING The duplication of a configuration profile is possible only if the correct password has
been entered.
The elimination of a configuration profile is possible only if the correct password has
WARNING
been entered
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The configuration and the calibration of an analog channels depends on the selection of the same channel
through the following window:
Select an analog channel to enter the configuration screen, through which both the functions and the data
reading mode are set.
Calibration
Extended configuration
Undo changes
Confirm changes
Depth filter
Parameters
Parameter Value
TYPE It shows the type of information read by the analog channel
CAPACITY It shows the full scale value of the transducer connected to the analog
channel. The unit of measurement is independent of the measurement
system selected in the international settings. In this way, the operator can
insert the transducer capacity directly into the unit of measurement indicated
in the specifications without worrying about how the system is working.
ENTRY It shows the level of the input signal and, consequently, the gain of the
amplification applied before the reading. Please note that low signal levels
correspond to more amplifications and vice versa.
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DATA BIT It shows the number of bits used to read the data. As the number of bits
increases, both the resolution of the analog channel and the instability of the
measure will increase (Even the less significant noise is "appreciated",).
FILTER The analog data are over-sampled compared to the actual needs of the
application. The excess samples can be used to stabilize the reading with
variable algorithm according to what is selected in the parameter "filter type".
If filter type is NONE, the last sample read in the time window of acquisition
s used without the application of mathematical algorithm.
If filter type is AVERAGE ,an arithmetic mean will be applied to the samples
of the acquisition time window.
If filter type is CUSTOM the values range in the acquisition time window
are "damped" in proportion to the value of "depth filter".
Next page
Extended
configuration
(available only for
load channel)
Previous page
Extended configuration
Parameters
Parameter Value
Description Enter a free description of the channel.
Decimal numbers It shows the decimal numbers to use in order to display the engineering
value of the channel.
Use the key to enter the next page (only for load, pressure, displacement and strain channels).
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Extended configuration
Next page
(available only for
load and pressure
channels)
Previous page
Extended configuration
Parameters
Parameter Value
[P]id constant Multiplier of the PROPORTIONAL factor in the PID algorithm
p[I]d constant Multiplier of the INTEGRATING factor in the PID algorithm
pi[D] constant Multiplier of the DERIVATIVE factor in the PID algorithm
Use the key to enter the next page (only for load and pressure channels).
Previous page
Extended configuration
Parameters
Parameter Values
Touch point During the test execution, it shows the variation (in points) that the value read by the
load channel must have, so that the touch point condition of the specimen is
recognized
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Calibration check
1. Add to the calibration chart the number of the desired steps by using the key .
2. Set manually the engineering values for the expected steps in the chart or initialize them with the default
values ( calculated in function of the number of the expected steps and of the full scale so as to have
The manual activation must be used only by qualified personnel, because it can cause
WARNING
the damage of the machine.
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Decrease in speed
Increase in speed
Current speed
Stop of the
activation
1. Touch the key (press if using keyboard) to activate the movement of the plate upwards at
the speed set in the configuration screen of the machine.
3. To increase / decrease the speed of activation rapidly (acceleration), keep pressing the keys /
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If the load ring dynamometer (S212) or the upper stroke end (S206 , S301) reach
the maximum load an alarm condition is activated. It inhibits the movement of the
WARNING
1. Touch the key ( if using the keyboard) to activate the movement of the plate downwards at
the speed set in the configuration screen of the machine.
2. To Increase / decrease the speed of the activation, touch the keys / (Press / if
using the keyboard)
3. To Increase / decrease the speed of activation rapidly (acceleration), keep pressing the keys /
When the lower stroke end is reached, an alarm is activated to stop the movement of
WARNING
the plate downwards (symbol is active).
It is also possible to check the correct calibration of the analog channel, by using the button .
Readout zeroing
Start manual
activation (only
available for load,
pressure,
displacement and
deformation
channels)
Screen closure
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The manual operation must be exclusively used by expert personnel because might
WARNING
cause machine damage
Start downards
activation
Stop of the
activation
Speed decrease
Pause
1. Touch the key (press if using the keyboard) to activate the movement of the plate upwards
at the speed set in the configuration screen of the machine.
3. To rapidly increase / decrease the speed of activation (acceleration), keep pressing the keys /
.
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If the load proving ring (S212) or the upper stroke end (S206, S301) reaches the
maximum load, an alarm condition is activated. It inhibits the movement of the plate
WARNING
upwards (symbol is active )
1. Touch the key ( if using the keyboard) to activate the movement of the plate downwards at
the speed set in the configuration screen of the machine.
2. To increase / decrease the speed of the activation, touch the keys / (Press / if
using the keyboard)
3. To rapidly increase / decrease the speed of activation (acceleration), keep pressing the keys /
If the lower stroke end is reached, an alarm, which inhibits the movement of the plate
WARNING
downwards (symbol is activated) will be activated.
MACHINE CONFIGURATION
Next page
Undo changes
Confirm changes
Parameters
Parameter Values
Activation of log files If activated, it allows to write a log file during the execution of the algorithm
for the regulation of the activation speed.
Auto saving If activated, it allows the (partial or complete) auto saving of data and test
results, when it is completed.
Serial protocol If activated, it allows to send test results on the serial port.
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Previous page
Undo changes
Confirm changes
Parameters
Parameter Values
Encoder speed It allows to activate the speed control in mm/min (in/min) by using the
encoder.
Manual speed It is the initial upward/downward speed of the plate during a manual
activation.
Touch speed It is the upward speed of the plate before the specimen is touched.
Return speed If the appliance allows it, the plate automatically returns to the initial
position.
Mec. recovery speed If the appliance allows it, the plate recovers the backlashes after an
automatic positioning.
Correction factor Correction factor of the plate speed.
Previous page
Undo changes
Confirm changes
Parameters
Parameter Values
Zero time It is the elapsed time between touch time phase and the initial calibration
of the analog channels.
PID delay time It shows the elapsed time between the touch time moment and the start of
PID activation.
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Previous page
Undo changes
Confirm changes
Parameters
Parameter Values
Pace rate deviation (*)
Constant pace rate time: (*)
Break deviation: (*)
Break timeout: (*)
START POSITIONS
During operations, it is possible to check the operative phase of the machine in detail, by referring to the
following table:
: Initialization
: Automatic start
: Manual start.
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The manual operation must be exclusively used by expert personnel because might
WARNING
cause machine damage.
Start downwards
activation Status of the lower stroke end
Pause
Running speed
1. Push the button ( if using the keyboard) to activate the upward movement of the load
plate at the speed set in the machine configuration screen.
3. To rapidly increase / decrease the speed of activation (acceleration), keep pressing the keys / Push
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If the load proving ring (S212, S301) or the upper stroke end (S206, S301) reaches
the maximum load, an alarm condition is activated. It inhibits the movement of the
WARNING
1. Push the button ( if using a keyboard) to activate the downward movement of the plate, at
the speed set in the machine configuration screen.
3. rapidly increase / decrease the speed of activation (acceleration), keep pressing the keys /
If the lower stroke end is reached, an alarm, which inhibits the movement of the
WARNING
plate downwards (symbol is activated) will be activated.
3. If necessary, change the speed parameter. The inserted value will be used during the test execution to set
the activation speed.
Pay attention the machine is ready (symbolis active in the status bar
4. Change the test description parameter, by writing a suitable text both for test identification and for the
automatic naming of the file, where its data will be saved.
5. If necessary, change the speed parameter. The inserted value will be used during the test execution to set
the activation speed.
6. If necessary, change the area parameter.
7. Push the button end test mode, to enter the screen with related configuration parameters.
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9. If necessary, change the start load parameter. The inserted value will be used during the test execution to
set a minimum load threshold, before which the specimen break is not detected.
10. If necessary, change the stop load parameter. The inserted value will be used during the test execution to
detect the specimen break. The specimen can be considered broken when a load loss is detected that, in
percentage if compared with the maximum measured load, is higher or equal to the set value. To use the
stop function for specimen break, it is necessary to set a load channel.
11. If necessary, change the deformation threshold. The inserted value will be used to stop the test as the
configured deformation is reached.
12. Push the button to open the screen of the advanced parameters configuration.The advanced
parameters configuration screen will be displayed:If necessary, change the start load parameterThe
inserted value will be used during the test execution to set a minimum load threshold, before which the
specimen break is not detected.
13. Push the button to move to the selection screen of configuration profile and of analog channels to
perform the test.
16. Push the button to move to the configuration profile selection screen.
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18. Select the configuration profile, by checking the linked analog channels.
19. Push the button to close the configuration profile selection screen.
20. Push the button to move to the analog channels selection screen, that should be used to perform
the test.
21. The following screen will be displayed.
22. Select the identifications and, if necessary, the analog channel type. In order to start the test, it is
necessary that channel identifications differ and that, for the not equipped encoder machines, at least a
reading channel of the axial deformation is activated.
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By setting the data acquisition during the test execution and if a USB stick or a SD card are inserted, a text file
with the selected channels registration will be created.
29. Push the button to move to the acquisition channel selection screen
30. Select one of the following options for each single channel value being read:
a. NONE if the channel is not used;
b. FILE to log the channels value;
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31. Push the button to close the selection screen of analog channels.
32. Push the button to close the selection screen of configuration profile and of analog channels, that
must be used to perform the test.
EXECUTION
1. Be sure that the machine is ready for use. (highlighted by the symbol in the status bar).
2. Push the button to perform the test and for manual machines the button for the upward
movement of the piston,
3. The execution test screen will appear (in numeric visualization). The values of elapsed time from the
beginning of the test, load, axial deformation (average of each channel) will be displayed on this
screen as well as the values of lateral deformation (total of all channels), only if at least one channel
of lateral deformation is selected.
Calibration button
available only for
manual machines
during touch time
4.
5. In numeric visualization, push the buttons and to activate and deactivate the
visualization of deformation values of each analog channel.
Calibration button
Deformation values available only for
of each analog manual machines
channel during touch time
6.
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Calibration button
available only for
manual machines
during touch time
8.
RESULTS
As the test is completed, the screen with test results will immediately displayed.
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1. Push the button to activate the saving and printing screen of test results.
Printing on thermal
printer
2.
3. Select the printing type (partial only numeric data, complete numeric and graphic data). This type
does not work on USB printer (PCL compatible).
5. Make sure that a PCL printer is assembled and push the button to print on USB printer.
6. Make sure that a saving device (SD-Card, Pen-Drive) is in the related slot and push the button
to save. Data will be saved in order of priority on SD-Card or pen-Drive. The resulted file will be
automatically named by combining the test description (parameter to set on the first configuration
screen) with date and hour of test execution.
Before starting the standard use of the machine, ensure that the joint is convenient to the
specimen to be tested (see Chapter TOOLING UP).
WARNING
The preparation and the positioning of the material to be tested may be effected in several ways
depending on the nature of the tests. For a correct procedure in the specimen handling, refer to the
Standards ruling the test to be effected
In the event of an emergency, a sudden stop of the test is possible by positioning the Main Switch (B1) on
0. In this way the load frame is disconnected.
Before re-starting the appliance determine and eliminate the causes of the emergency
stop
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DANGER
WARNING
To start the machine again, put the Main Switch (B1) on I . This will reset the appliance normal functions.
The test execution could be interrupted by the safety systems; in fact they are activated in case of working
problems. This load frame is supplied with the following systems:
STOP CAUSED BY THE CUT OFF MICRO SWITCH
In the event of an overloading, a cut off micro switch can be connected to the proving ring (OPTIONAL) thanks to
a connector (B12). This will allow the immediate stop of the appliance in the event that the max. load capacity of
the proving ring is reached.
Before re-starting the appliance determine and eliminate the causes of the emergency
stop
DANGER
WARNING
The proving ring (OPTIONAL) allows detecting the load applied by the load frame to the specimen. To get such a value it
is necessary to measure the ring deformation. A dial gauge along the vertical axis of the appliance calculates this.
From the deformation the operator can find out the applied load by comparing the values detected by the dial gauge with
the ones written in the calibration chart of the ring (enclosed to this manual):
EXAMPLE:
The operator wants to find out the load applied to the specimen knowing that the deformation of the proving ring is equal
to 0.25 mm. Hereunder please find an example of calibration chart:
From the above list you can get the desired value looking for it in the column Dial Reading. The deformation value
of the proving ring is to be found on the dial gauge; its corresponding load value is written aside and represents the
exact load applied by the appliance to the specimen.
Thats to say that a deformation of 0.25 mm corresponds to a load of 5.81 kN.
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At the end of a test cycle, to switch off the appliance just put the Main Switch (B1) on the position 0.
Before using the appliance regularly check it is working correctly by carrying out at least one complete empty cycle according
to the previous instructions.
Should there be any problem consult the chapter DIAGNOSTICS.
If the instructions in this manual do not provide the solution to the problem, contact Sales Assistance.
Chapter 8 MAINTENANCE
All the operations of maintenance, checking and control must be carried out by
personnel professionally qualified and knowledgeable about machine and
mechanisms.
All the operations must be carried out when the machine is switched off and with the
feeding cable physically separated from a knife switch of feeding.
DANGER
It is permitted to use only the original spare parts.
The use of not original spare parts free the constructor from the responsibility
Ensure that all procedures described in this Chapter are correctly and punctually executed. This care will help
preventing failures and dysfunctions.
Do not perform maintenance interventions on the machine which have not been quoted
and described in this instructions manual without first contacting the manufacturer.
Periodically clean all machine parts and oil the unpainted parts in order to preserve the
machine and its efficiency.
DANGER
Avoid the use of solvents which damage paint and parts in synthetic material.
Ensure that all procedures described in this Chapter are correctly and punctually executed. This care will help
preventing failures and dysfunctions.
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OPERATION GREASING THE SLIDING SCREW (B10) OF THE MOVING PLATEN (B11)
Clean and grease with the utmost care the sliding screw of the moving platen (A11). Follow
this procedure:
This procedure must be carried out with the machine turned off and unplugged from the knife
PRECAUTION
switch.
FREQUENCY EVERY 200 WORKING HOURS
For information on the nearest authorized help centre it is essential to contact the manufacturer.
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Chapter11 INACTIVITY
Ensure all machine parts are in safe working order before operating it again should the machine be inactive for a long period
of time. When in doubt contact the Manufacturer.
This symbol, shown on the device or on the package and/or the documentation, suggests that the device
should not be disposed together with other home garbage at the end of its life cycle.
To avoid further environment, or health-care damage, caused by the unsuitable disposal of garbage, the user
should separate this device from other different types of garbage and recycle it in responsibly to avoid the
reuse of material resources. Users must take care at the disposal of the equipment by taking it to the nearest
recycling site for appropriate recycling treatment for electrical and electronical devices. Gathering and Recycling deplete
devices allow the preservation of natural resources and grant them the adequate treatment by respecting health and
environment.
For further information on your local recycling site please contact your local council or city waste treatment department. The
developer, as producer of electrical and electronical devices, will provide to finance the recycling and treatment services for
deplete devices that will come back through these recycling sites, according to the local statement.
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A5
A16 A6
A8
A18
A19
A12
A11
A21
A17
A9
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B5 B4 B3 B3 B1
B6
B7
B8
N.B. To connect directly a USB key to the machine use a small one otherwise use a USB extension.
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ENCLOSE WIRING
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