Checkline ESM - Manual (Page 5)

Models ESM & ES30
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ES30
OPERATION
Place the stand on a clean, flat, and level surface. It is recommended
that the stand be mounted to the surface with two 5/16 screws. Use the
mounting hole drill template for quick setup. Install a force gauge onto
the gauge plate with four thumb screws. All Mark-10 force gauges
(except the Series CG) mount directly to the stand without adapters.
Install the necessary attachments and make sure they are secure, safe
to operate, and set up properly for your sample. Then zero out the
force gauge and turn the hand wheel clockwise for compression or
counter-clockwise for tension.
The base is removable so that the stand may be used as a component
of a larger testing system. Proper care should be taken during installa-
tion to avoid injury.
To maintain smooth functioning of the stand, avoid overloads.
Optional Equipment
Digital Travel Display Kit
This position indicator covers 6” of travel per setting with a 5 digit dis-
play (0.0005” resolution) and a computer interface for automated data
collection. It may be easily installed by the user.
Motor Drive Kit
The motor drive kit converts an ES30 manual test stand into an ESM
motorized test stand. The kit consists of a motor block that replaces the
hand wheel, a remote console and an optional limit switch kit. The
speed is user selectable from 0.5 to 13 in/min [13 to 330 mm/min] and
it is load independent. The system is overload regulated to 150% of full
capacity.
With the base removed, the ESM can be easily integrated into large
systems such as production lines. In general, the stand can be
mounted on any angle (upside down, for example), although extra care
should be taken during installation and operation.
After the stand is in a stable and secure position, install a force gauge
with four thumb screws (provided). All Mark-10 gauges (except the Se-
ries CG) mount directly without adapters.
Plug the remote console cable into the 9-pin male connector located
above the motor in the rear of the stand.
Plug the power cord into the remote console and the other side into a
wall outlet.
Turn on the power with the switch located on the remote console by the
power cord.
The test stand is now ready for operation.
OPERATION
Using the provided attachments, set up your sample, zero out the force
gauge and, if applicable, connect it to a computer or printer. When the
gauge and sample are ready for testing, use the remote console to op-
erate the test stand. For fine adjustment or otherwise manual testing,
turn the knob on the right hand side of the stand clockwise for com-
pression, counter-clockwise for tension.
Optional Equipment
Limit Switches
Adjust the switches’ vertical positions by loosening and re-tightening
the wing screws. A limit condition is indicated by an amber light on
the front surface of each sensor.
Upper limit switch – while a limit condition exists, the slider will not
move up
Lower limit switch – while a limit condition exists, the slider will not
move down
User’s Guide
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ESM