Brookfield QTS25 Texture Analyzer - Manual (Page 6)

QTS MATERIALS EVALUATION SYSTEM OPERATOR MANUAL
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4. FULL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
N.B. Before using the QTS25 Materials Evaluation System please refer to the
important information contained in the Health and Safety section of this
manual.
4.1 Installation
a) Place the instrument on a solid and level surface, which is free from vibrations.
b) Connect the 'QTS Controller' Keypad to the appropriate connection at the rear of the
instrument. Refer to Figure 2, connector '(C)'.
c) Connect the mains lead to the appropriate connection at the rear of the instrument.
Refer to Figure 2, connector '(A)'.
d) Switch on, using the on/off switch at the rear of the instrument. Allow 5 seconds for
the electronic self test to be completed. This display located on the left-hand side of
the 'QTS Controller' keypad now reads:
< QTS Controller Ready >
< (TIME) (DAY) (DATE) >
4.2 Checking the Calibration
a) Attach the calibration ring (and hanger if used) to the loadcell.
b) Press CONFIGURE key and using up and down ↑↓ keys scroll through the
menu displayed on the QTS Controller and locate MONITOR LOAD .
c) Press ENTER. The display now reads:
<± *** **.* >
d) Press SET ZERO key to zero the 'Cell Mon' reading
e) Attach the calibration weights (1Kg or 5Kg) supplied with the instrument
(optional extra) and read the display which should now show the value of the weights
used.
Note: It is normally necessary to initially apply the calibration weight, remove it,
then re-zero the display before checking the load calibration.
If the calibration gives an unacceptable reading then it may be adjusted. Please contact your
local distributor or Brookfield for more information.