CAUTION – Before connecting power:
1. Insure voltage setting on the stand agrees with
your supply voltage.
2. Insure the AC power is regulated.
Non-warrantable stand damage can result if not
followed.
If in question about your supply voltage or the stand voltage configuration,
contact your Dillon distributor before connecting to power!
Connect to power
After all the above points have been checked and confirmed to be correct, connect your
power cord and power the GTS-1000 on. The power switch is at the rear of the stand
right above the power cord. The console will illuminate indicating the machine is ready
for use.
WARNING
The power supply for the test frame must have a
third-wire earth ground. Connecting the test frame to
an outlet without an earth ground produces potential
for dangerous electrical shocks.
Selecting units-of-measure for speed
The GTS-1000 displays speed in inches per minute or millimeters per minute as shown
by the LED annunciator. To toggle the units, press and speed keys simultaneously.
Although easily changed, this parameter is generally set only once by most users.
Alignment
Proper alignment is important for testing accuracy and to prevent damage to the stand,
gauge and fixtures.
1.
Load cell alignment with the stand structural columns. The GTS-1000
has a wide range of force gauges it can accommodate. However adapter plates
and other hardware must be designed to insure the load cell stem extends no
more than 28 mm in front of the crosshead. This is essential to prevent twisting
loads to the frame, which can cause irreparable stand damage. See “Mounting
the force gauge”.
2.
Load cell stem alignment with lower fixture (tension tests). This is key
for accuracy and to prevent damage to the gauge. Adjust lower tension plate
hardware/fixturing to bring into alignment with load cell stem.
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