MACHINE SETUP
LOAD CELL CALIBRATION
It is important to calibrate the load cell to ensure that reliable data will be gathered. A
calibration procedure is built into the software of the Probe Tack Tester. This procedure
should be followed upon first use of the Probe Tack Tester and whenever necessary
thereafter. The following is the step-by-step procedure for calibrating the load cell.
Make sure that the Probe Tack Tester has been powered on for 30
minutes before proceeding with calibration.
The calibration sequence defaults to grams as the unit of measure. Make
sure that your calibration weights and entries are in grams.
LOAD CELL CALIBRATION PROCEDURE
1. Move the Test Platform Assembly to the upper idle position using the release
button. Make sure the engaging pin is activated to lock the assembly in this
position.
2. Simultaneously press the Select and Enter keys for 3 seconds to access the
Setup menu.
3. Use the Up
↑
and Down
↓
keys until the “F” is visible on the Display, press the
Enter key to access the calibration sequence.
4. At the “LC” display, determine the Low Offset Value desired (typically 0.00).
Make sure that you
do not
have any weight in contact with the probe, and press
the Enter key. The display will change to “HC” for high calibration value.
5. At the “HC” display select a calibration weight (200 grams). Place the 200 gram
ring weight on the probe. Notice the hole in the ring weight fits over the tip of the
probe.
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Probe Tack Tester Operating Instructions (PT-1000)
