© 2014 SPX CORPORATION
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Form No. 1000773
Rev. 0 August 12, 2014
SET UP AND START UP CONTINUED
The linear displacement sensors included with the MCS are used to determine the
relative position of each sensor with respect to all other linear sensors, with the MCS
providing incremental adjustments to keep all cylinders within a predetermined range. The
sensors are assembled to magnetic bases that allow each sensor to be attached to the load
being lifted close to the cylinder that sensor represents. The sensors should be mounted as
close as practical to each lift cylinder used in the lifting process.
Attach the displacement sensors close to each lifting point. Preferably hang the
displacement sensors upside down underneath the load for additional protection of the
displacement sensors against mechanical impact and water intrusion. Attach a small chain or
similar means to the displacement sensor’s cord and affix it to the cylinder foundation. Make
sure that the displacement sensor’s cord is pulled out several mm with the chain under slight
tension in order to set an accurate “zero” point for the relative displacement measurements.
• If not already attached, attach the
opposite end of the sensor cable (with
the “8” pin screw-on connector) to the
displacement sensor at each lift point.
Make sure that the cable is connected
to the sensor on the cylinder that
MATCHES the hose connections for
the lift motion point to be tested. Gently
screw the connector onto the
displacement sensor and hand tighten
only in order to prevent damage to the
sensor.
•
NOTE:
Prefered orientation is with
sensor wire vertically down (as shown
on left).
• Once all of the hydraulic hoses and
sensor cables are attached, power can
be supplied to the electronic control
cabinet.
•
NOTE:
Avoid releasing the the sensor
retractable wire and letting it freely snap
back to his neutral position. this can
cause dammage to the calibration and
functionality of the displacement sensor.
