SHIMPO FGV-X - Manual (Page 7)

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Dimensions
Troubleshooting
The following are general checkpoints; please call your local Shimpo representative or contact Shimpo Instruments
directly for further assistance.
The force gauge does not come on:
• Check all electrical components (power source, charged battery or AC adaptor connected)
The stand does recognize the RS232 output/input:
• Check all connections between the test stand and the force gauge and/or computer
Error codes are displayed:
• Turn unit off, then back on. If error codes are still displayed, see table below:
Small display Small display Small display Small display Condition Condition Condition Condition Action Action Action Action
Minus side overload condition - possible load cell damage
Plus side overload condition - possible load cell damage
EEPROM reading error
EEPROM writing error
The load exceeds 120% of its capacity Remove excessive load
Remove excessive load; if the display does not return to normal operation,
send unit in for repair
Turn off, then turn on again. If the display does not return to normal operation,
send unit in for repair.
OVP
OV+
OV-
ERR
- 4 -
OVM
ERR
- 3 -