Dillon Quick-Check Wire Tension Meter (Old) - Manual (Page 11)

Quick-Check User Instructions 11
3 Operation
Typical operation of the Quick-Check is covered below, followed by explanations of the
various display modes, how to change wire size, how to change the unit of measure,
etc.
3.1 Typical Operation
To perform a typical tension measurement, see the note below and follow these steps:
Take readings at three different places along the cable, moving the tension meter at
least four inches for each reading. Take the average of the readings. The built-in
average function is ideal for this task.
The handle quick release pin should be used when the Quick-Check is attached to a
cable that will be de-tensioned and re-tensioned. The pin prevents the handle from
opening once the tension falls to a small level. The pin should also be used if the
Quick-Check will be installed for a prolonged period.
1. Turn the unit on by pressing the ON/OFF key…
The display shows DILLON briefly, then, in this example, the screen
shows the following:
Figure 3.1 Sample display
Press the WIRE key to list the stored calibrations.
2. This example shows the wire is a 7/16”, 6X19 stranded cable and the unit of
measure is lbf. Place the Quick-Check so the two outside sheaves hang on the
wire. Insure that the wire rope is riding in the groove of all three sheaves. See
Figure
3.2 . Press the Zero softkey to zero the display.
0 should be displayed.
3. Raise the lever arm until it locks in the upright position to apply tension to the
wire. Read the line tension on the display.