Mecmesin MultiTest 1 Operating Instructions Manual Download Page 10

PAC KING INSTRUCTIONS FOR MULTITEST 1 AND MULTITEST 2.5 MOTORISED TEST FRAMES 

WHEN RETURNING TO MECMESIN LIMITED

1.

Set the Crosshead to approximately the centre of the test frame. Remove the four rubber feet from 
the base.

2.

Place the plastic foam collar over the column ensuring that the collar does not hang over the
base casting.

3.

Lay the test frame into the smaller box with the control panel facing upwards and with the base
facing the end with the four holes.

4.

Position the wooden back plate on to the box and retain the plate through the box to the base 
casting using four M6x35 socket-head screws fitted with large M6 plain washers.

5.

Place all accessories listed to be despatched with the stand in the box with the test frame, 
including the feet. Ensure that the accessories and operators manual/handbook are suitably 
wrapped for protection in transit.

6.

Place two of the four plastic foam spacers into the outside box so that they will support the 
ends of the inner box (longest sides uppermost).

7.

Carefully place inner box into outer box, ensuring that inner box rests evenly on foam spacers.

8.

Close and then seal the inner box with a suitable adhesive tape.

9.

Place the remaining two foam spacers over the ends of the inner box, so they will support the
ends as per the bottom two spacers.

10.

Close and then seal the outer box with a suitable adhesive tape.

11.

Attach despatch wallet with relevant paperwork for end destination.

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Summary of Contents for MultiTest 1

Page 1: ...It is essential that you familiarise yourself with the contents of these instructions before attempting to operate the MultiTest 1 MultiTest 1 Motorised Test Frame Operating Instructions ...

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Page 3: ...ent immediately We strongly recommend that all the packaging and fixings are retained for any future transit requirements When using the MultiTest 1 please ensure that the ventilation holes situated on the back and bottom of the unit are not obstructed Also attach the four rubber feet to the MultiTest 1 with the screws provided Do not over tighten screws Before Use Appendix 1 gives guidance notes ...

Page 4: ...munity Directives The MultiTest 1 has a single variable speed control for both upward and downward directions Speed can be set and controlled by the knob A in fig 1 on the front panel The white pointer on the speed control knob gives an indication of the speed setting Some test Standards place particular requirements upon speed accuracy reproducibility which may exceed the normal performance of th...

Page 5: ...tion and then release The crosshead will move and the LED indicating direction of travel will illuminate When a limit switch position is reached the crosshead will begin to travel in the opposite direction at full speed When the position of the other limit switch is reached the motor will stop and the crosshead will come to rest During the cycle setting the Mode switch to Manual Control or selecti...

Page 6: ...le damage would be to drive the test frame downwards until the loadcell or loadcell stud on AFG BFG instruments hits something solid This is a risk when a user is not yet familiar with operating a new test frame Consequently it is essential to set the limit switches B in fig 1 so that upwards downward travel of the crosshead is limited to prevent over travel and drive the gauge into the grips stan...

Page 7: ...8in Operating modes Manual single cycle with fast return Reverse on alarm point Yes with AFG or AFTI cable Reverse on sample break Yes with AFG or AFTI cable ENVIRONMENTAL OPERATING CONDITIONS Temperature range 5ºC to 40ºC Humidity 92 5 STANDARD LOAD MEASUREMENT OPTIONS Force Gauge and dovetail bracket Yes Anvil plate Yes S beam Loadcell tension block module AFTI Yes SPECIAL OPTIONS Increased cros...

Page 8: ...abel close to the mains inlet connector which advises which voltage is set for If the machine does not correspond to your supply inform your local Mecmesin supplier who will rectify the situation Connecting a mains powered test frame to the wrong supply will almost certainly cause extensive damage to the equipment The Mecmesin test frames must only ever be connected to a mains power installation t...

Page 9: ...afe Use 7 Once the machine is installed it should provide a reliable long term resource for universal testing If however the machine fails or appears to behave in an unusual manner contact your local supplier for support Do not continue to use the machine until it has been checked and if necessary repaired and returned to a safe working condition 8 If the machine is damaged in use advise your loca...

Page 10: ...arge M6 plain washers 5 Place all accessories listed to be despatched with the stand in the box with the test frame including the feet Ensure that the accessories and operators manual handbook are suitably wrapped for protection in transit 6 Place two of the four plastic foam spacers into the outside box so that they will support the ends of the inner box longest sides uppermost 7 Carefully place ...

Page 11: ... outside the European Union EU Dovetail bracket fitted to the crosshead Appropriate mains cable Allen key for crosshead dovetail Four rubber feet four attachment screws and Allen key if necessary If you have any feedback regarding Mecmesin its products and services which you would like to share with us please contact us at f fe ee ed db ba ac ck k m me ec cm me es si in n c co om m page 9 ...

Page 12: ... 1403 799979 f 44 0 1403 799975 Service Calibration t 44 0 1403 799920 f 44 0 1403 799925 i www mecmesin com e info mecmesin com Force and Torque Test Solutions DEALER STAMP 431 196 02 S I Instruments 256 South Rd Hilton South Australia 5033 Ph 08 8352 5511 info si instruments com www si instruments com ...

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