KERN & SOHN FC 10 User Manual
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FC-BA-e-1410
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NOTICE
Please carefully read this first
1. During the test, please wear protective masks and gloves, because splashes
could injure your body.
2. DO NOT exceed the capacity of the gauge. At 110% of the capacity, the display
flashes and the alarm sounds; please remove the load immediately.
If 150% of the rated capacity is exceeded, the load cell may be damaged forever.
3. When mounting measurement adapters, tighten them by hand, DO NOT use tools.
4. FC series force gauge can only measure and bear axial forces, radial
forces are too large and would damage the instrument.
5. Do not disassemble the gauge by yourself, it may damage the instrument.
6. Please use and store it in a suitable environment, as not to reduce the service
life or cause failure.
7. To avoid injury, do not point the light beam of the instrument or let it reflect into the
eyes of people or animals.
8. Do not leave the device close to water or any other liquid, to avoid damage.
9. If the instrument isn’t used for an extended period of time, batteries have to be
removed. They have to be recharged every 2-3 months to prevent a potential
battery leakage and causing any product damage.