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Reference Manual
00809-0100-4530, Rev DD
May 2016
3.3.5
Shortening the probe
Note
HTHP coaxial and PTFE probes must not be shortened.
Flexible twin/single lead
1.
Mark off the required probe length. Add at least 1.6 in. (40 mm) to the required
probe length to be inserted into the weight.
2.
Loosen the Allen screws.
3.
Slide the weight upwards as much as needed in order to cut the probe.
4.
Cut the probe. If necessary, remove a spacer to make room for the weight.
5.
Slide the weight down to the required cable length.
6.
Tighten the screws. Required torque:
Flexible twin lead:
6 Nm
Flexible single lead:
M6: 2.5 Nm
M8: 5 Nm
M10: 10 Nm
7.
Update the transmitter configuration to the new probe length, see
If the weight was removed from the cables when cutting, make sure that at least 1.6 in. (40
mm) of the cable is inserted when the weight is replaced.
Note
If the screws are not tightened according to the required torque, the weight may fall off.
This is especially important for solid applications with high tensile loads on the probe.
Allen
screws
Minimum: 1.6 in./40 mm
Spacer
Cut