After the self test, providing no load has been applied to the
instrument, the display will show all zeroes. This is because
the gauge re-zeroes itself during the self test routine.
If a force is applied perpendicularly via the sensor probe
(hole at bottom of BFG-HS), the reading on the display will
register the applied force.
* Do not overload
the transducer, as this will cause
irreparable damage.
Forces greater than 120% of full-scale will produce an
audible beep until load is released and an OL symbol will
appear on the display
for 30 seconds
.
Forces greater than 150% of full-scale will produce an
audible beep until load is released and an OL symbol will
appear
permanently
on the display. Consult your supplier to
arrange repair.
To power down the gauge press the red
key.
Tensile forces are displayed on the BFG-HS and recognised
by the symbol
Compressive forces are displayed on the BFG-HS and
recognised by the symbol
MAX
13.45
N
▲
▲
Fig. 2
Symbol for
tension
Unit of
measurement
Load indicator bar
Please note that a BFG-HS
measuring very low forces may
not show zero if it is moved
during the self test routine. Once
it is properly mounted and
zeroed the reading will be stable
Display of Tension/
Compression
If the BFG-HS has suffered a
serious overload condition, the
load indicator bar will be
partially displayed even when no
load is present. This is a warning
that the load cell is damaged
and you should immediately
contact your supplier to arrange
repair.
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