MTS Insight Material Testing Systems - Manual (Page 67)

Routine Maintenance Overview Checklist
MTS Insight™ Material Testing System Maintenance 67
There are no customer serviceable components on the MTS Insight frames.
Maintenance consists of keeping the frame and work area clean, general
inspection, checking interlocks, and scheduled frame calibration.
Disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet before cleaning or
inspecting any part of the test frame.
Inadvertent electrical component contamination with detergents or cleaning
fluids can cause circuits to short resulting in equipment damage. Be careful
not to spill and cleaning liquid on the frame.
On MTS Insight 100, 150, 200, and 300 load frames, make sure the wall main
disconnect is off.
Observe all manufacturers recommendations and cautions when using any
cleaning solution.
To avoid hazardous conditions, always follow the manufacturers
recommendations and cautions.
General cleaning
Clean your machine as often as needed. Use a damp, lint-free rag to clean the
side covers, base, and crosshead. If necessary, mild detergent or cleaning fluid
can be used.
Monthly maintenance
Verify that the Emergency Stop button is functioning properly.
Test the limit switches by manually moving the adjustable limits—a limit switch
fault should be indicated on the computer screen.
Verify any additional interlocks are functioning properly. For example the
interlock switch on the door of a test area enclosure.
Semiannual
maintenance
Verify speed and position accuracy of the frame. This requires standards and
other equipment typically not available for routine maintenance. Contact your
MTS Field Service Engineer for assistance.
Other service
Regular inspection and service of the drive motor system and crosshead
positioning components are needed to prolong the life of your frame and keep it
performing optimally. This type of service is typically preformed by MTS Field
Service Engineers. Contact MTS for additional information.
Note MTS offers annual maintenance and calibration plans. It is strongly
recommended that you enroll in one of these plans. Contact your sales
engineer for more information.
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