SHIMPO FGS-250PV - Manual (Page 3)

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Important Safety Precautions
Features and Benefits
Shimpo’s FGS-250PVH, FGS-250PVM or FGS-250PVL
Flex-Stand offers many features and benefits, including:
• User programmable set points: speed, distance, stop
time permit custom, automated testing
• Zero load programmability allows user to set
distance from when force is first detected
• High and low force settings permit non-destructive
testing
• Programmable cycling allows running a
predetermined number of cycles and/or cycle
between force setpoints
• 31 inches of travel enable testing of large samples
or applications requiring extremely long travel
ranges
• Compatibility with nearly all manufacturer's gauges
enables flexibility in testing applications
• Gauge overload protection prevents downtime
waiting for repair
• RS232 and analog distance outputs allow graphing
and analysis of data
• High, standard, and low speed models available for
rapid and precise testing applications
• Manually adjustable upper and lower distance limits
restrict movement for precise testing
• Solid all steel construction contributes to precision
movement
• English and metric units of measure ensure
adaptability to all testing requirements
Always wear eye protection when testing
materials.
Do not store in oily, dusty, humid or wet areas.
Position test stand on a level, heavy-duty table.
Confirm that the test stand case is properly
grounded to the AC line.
Keep hands, hair and jewelry away from stand
when drive assembly is in motion.
Operate the membrane keypad with care; do
not use sharp objects that may puncture the
overlay.
Ensure that AC power is removed from test
stand before making any adjustments.
If ALARM LED indicates drive assembly has been
overloaded, immediately press the emergency
stop switch. Reset the emergency stop switch,
reverse the direction of travel and turn the
power switch to the “off” position. Wait at
least two minutes before reapplying a load and
turning the power back on.
When programming forces in the continuous
mode, ensure that the force values are
programmed correctly (example: -5; Hi limit is
greater than -25; Low limit).
Inspection/Standard Accessories
If upon delivery, shipping damage is detected, do not
operate the unit. Notify shipping carrier immediately
for damage claim instructions. Refer to nameplate and
record the serial number for future reference.
Items included with the FGS-250PVH, FGS-250PVM or
FGS-250PVL are:
• (1) Force gauge attachment plate
• (1) DRI mounting plate and fasteners
• (1) Table plate
• (4) M6x14 socket bolts