Aimco AUDITOR AUET User manual

AUET & AUET/MTM-DC Desktop
Torque Testers
User Guide

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CONTENTS
Safety Requirements.............................................................................................................................3
Descriptions and Specifications
Unit Specifications................................................................................................................4
Screen and Button Diagram...................................................................................................5
Side Panel Diagrams .............................................................................................................6
Operating Instructions
Charging the AUET-DC........................................................................................................7
Basic Navigation...................................................................................................................7
Turning On / Off ...................................................................................................................7
Preparing the AUET-DC for Use...........................................................................................8
Basic Functions
Operating Mode.....................................................................................................................8
Selecting Operating Mode.....................................................................................................9
Selecting the Proper Data Mode............................................................................................9
Setting Engineering Units......................................................................................................9
Using the AUET-DC in Run Mode
Clearing a Torque Value / Run Mode....................................................................................9
Using the AUET-DC in Memory Mode
Storing Rundown Torque Values ........................................................................................ 10
Clearing / Entering the Current Torque Value / Memory Mode .......................................... 10
Clearing a Previous Torque Value / Memory Mode............................................................11
Reviewing Rundown Torque Values...................................................................................11
Reviewing Statistical Information .......................................................................................11
AUET-DC Menu Functions
Accessing Menu Functions.................................................................................................. 12
Peak Options Menu
Accessing the Peak Options Menu ......................................................................................12
Auto Clear...........................................................................................................................13
Setting Auto Clear...............................................................................................................13
Filter....................................................................................................................................13
Setting the Filter Value........................................................................................................13
Peak Blanking .....................................................................................................................13
Setting the Peak Blanking Value.........................................................................................13
End Timer ...........................................................................................................................14
Sign Lock............................................................................................................................14
Turning Sign Lock On/Off..................................................................................................14
Resetting Sign Lock ............................................................................................................14
Edit Limits...........................................................................................................................14
Setting High and Low limits................................................................................................ 14
System Menu
Accessing the System Menu................................................................................................15
Sleep.................................................................................................................................... 16
Setting the Sleep Timer .......................................................................................................16
Lockout Menu..................................................................................................................... 16
Setting the Lockout Modes..................................................................................................16
Contrast...............................................................................................................................16
Information..........................................................................................................................16
Accessing the Information Screens......................................................................................16
Data Menu
Accessing the Data Menu.................................................................................................... 17
Print Data Requirements...................................................................................................... 17
RS232 Transfer Protocol.....................................................................................................17
Data Stream Format.............................................................................................................17
Pinout Diagram ...................................................................................................................17
Print Memory......................................................................................................................17
Clear Memory .....................................................................................................................18
Reset All..............................................................................................................................18
Using Audit Mode
User Name...........................................................................................................................18
Link PC............................................................................................................................... 18
Procedure to Launch............................................................................................................ 18
Tool Manager/Job Manager........................................................................................... 19–22
Transducer Setup.......................................................................................................................... 23–24

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SAFETY REQUIREMENTS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
1) WORK AREA
a) Keep work area clean and well
lit. Cluttered and dark areas invite
accidents.
b) Do not operate power tools in
explosive atmospheres, such as
the presence of flammable
liquids, gases or dust. Power
tools create sparks which may
ignite the dust or fumes.
c) Keep children and bystanders
away while operating a power
tool. Distractions can cause you to
lose control.
2) ELECTRICAL SAFETY
a) Power tool plugs must match
the outlet. Never modify the plug
in any way. Do not use any
adapter plugs with earthed
(grounded) power tools.
Unmodified plugs and matching
outlets will reduce risk of electric
shock.
b) Avoid body contact with earthed
or grounded surfaces such as
pipes, radiators, ranges, and
refrigerators. There is an
increased risk of electric shock if
your body is earthed or grounded.
c) Do not expose power tools to
rain or wet conditions. Water
entering a power tool will increase
the risk of electric shock.
d) Do not abuse the cord. Never
use the cord for carrying,
pulling, or unplugging the power
tool. Keep cord away from heat,
oil, sharp edges, or moving
parts. Damaged or entangled
cords increase the risk of electric
shock.
e) When operating a power tool
outdoors, use an extension cord
suitable for outdoor use. Use of
a cord suitable for outdoor use
reduces the risk of electric shock.
3) PERSONAL SAFETY
a) Stay alert, watch what you are
doing and use common sense
when operating a power tool. Do
not use a power tool while you
are tired or under the influence
of drugs, alcohol, or medication.
A moment of inattention while
operating power tools may result in
serious personal injury.
b) Use safety equipment. Always
wear eye protection. Safety
equipment such as dust mask,
non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or
hearing protection used for
appropriate conditions will reduce
personal injuries.
c) Avoid accidental starting.
Ensure the switch is in the off-
position before plugging in.
Carrying power tools with your
finger on the switch or plugging in
power tools that have the switch on
invites accidents.
d) Remove any adjusting key or
wrench before turning the power
tool on. A wrench or a key left
attached to a rotating part of the
power tool may result in personal
injury.
e) Do not overreach. Keep proper
footing and balance at all times.
This enables better control of the
power tool in unexpected
situations.
f) Dress properly. Do not wear
loose clothing or jewelry. Keep

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your hair, clothing, and gloves
away from moving parts. Loose
clothes, jewelry, or longhair can be
caught in moving parts.
g) If devices are provided for the
connection of dust extraction
and collection facilities, ensure
these are connected and
properly used. Use of these
devices can reduce dust-related
hazards.
4) POWER TOOL USE AND CARE
a) Do not force the power tool. Use
the correct power tool for your
application. The correct power
tool will do the job better and safer
at the rate for which it was
designed.
b) Do not use the power tool if the
switch does not turn it on and
off. Any power tool that cannot be
controlled with the switch is
dangerous and must be repaired.
c) Do not exceed transducer
torque value or the rated torque
value of joint rundown kit.
Applying excess torque will
damage transducer and joint
rundown kit.
UNIT SPECIFICATIONS
AUET
Dimensions Width: 4.75”, Height: 3.75” (w/o Joint Simulator),
Depth: 5.0”
Weight 5.15 Lb
Power Requirements Main power 100–240VAC, 60hz from supplied
charger, or internal NiMH battery pack
Operating Temperature Range 0oto 50oC
Data Communication RS-232 C
Accuracy .5% +/- of indicated reading for top 90% of built-in
transducer full scale
AUET/MTM
Dimensions Width: 7.00”, Height: 3.75” (w/o Joint Simulator),
Depth: 6.250”
Weight 5.15 Lb
Power Requirements Main power 100–240VAC, 60hz from supplied
charger, or internal NiMH battery pack
Operating Temperature Range 0oto 50oC
Data Communication RS-232 C
Accuracy .5% +/- of indicated reading for top 90% of built-in
transducer full scale

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SCREEN AND BUTTON DIAGRAM
Figure 1
1. Data Display
2. Operating Mode
3. Menu Mode Status
4. Selection Arrow –Down
Change Operating Mode
Scroll Down through Menu
screens
5. Left Selection Button
Menu Mode
Reduce Parameter Value
Select Parameter
6. NOK Value Indicator LED (RED)
7. Clear Data Display Value / Manually
ZERO Display
8. Power On
9. Power Off / Charging Mode
10. Enter
Set Values
Back up one Menu Screen
11. OK Rundown / Charging Mode
Indicator LED (GREEN)
12. Right Selection Button
Data Storage Mode
Increase Parameter Value
Select Parameter
13. Selection Arrow –Up
Change Engineering Units
 Scroll Up through Parameter
Screens
14. Data Storage Mode Status
15. Engineering Unit Status
16. All Clear Status Indicator (Absent
when A/C turned OFF)
17. Menu Screen Indicator / Stored
Rundown Number
18. Angle / Pulse Value Display
19. External Power Supply Indicator
20. Cursor Arrows
21. Audit Button
Enter Audit/Data Collector Menu
22. Zero Button
23. Menu Button
Enables Link to PC / enters Data
Collector Menu

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Figure 2
Figure 3
AUET/MTM AUET
Model Model
Transducer
Selection
Transducer
Input
AUET/MTM-DC
DC Power
Input
Serial
Communication
Output
Serial
Communication
Output
DC Power
Input

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AUET/MTM MENU FUNCTIONS
Selecting the Active Transducer
1. Rotate the Transducer Selection knob
(Fig 2.) to select the active transducer.
2. All functions of the AUET system
outlined below will pertain to the active
transducer only
3. Active transducer will be shown by an
illuminated LED lamp adjacent to the
active built-in transducer, or no LED
lamp visible when using a transducer
connected to the external port.
4. Built-in transducers are preset and
ready for use immediately upon
selection. External transducers require
setup and an additional cable (optional
accessory). Intelecttransducers do not
require setup. (See page 17)
Charging the Auditor AUET Desktop
Torque Tester
1. Plug the 100 –240 VAC Charger into
DC Power Supply port (Figure 3)
2. Plug the Charger into a 100–240 VAC
power outlet using the appropriate
plug end.
3. Press the “Off” button on the front
panel (Figure 1)
4. The Charging Mode Indicator LED
(Green, next to “ON” button) should
begin to flash green.
symbol will be displayed on the
Main Display screen if the unit is
turned on.
5. When the AUET is fully charged the
LED will stop flashing.
6. The AUET can be used as normal in
AC mode with the charger connected.
7. When used the AUET in DC mode
(Battery) and the battery charge is low,
the symbol (low battery) will show
on the Main Display screen, see
Figure 1, (19). The 100–240VAC
Charger should be plugged into the
unit immediately to continue
uninterrupted operation.
Basic Navigation and Use of the Keypad
Many functions of the Auditor AUET
Desktop Torque Tester can be accessed
by using the button directly below the
associated text on the display screen. For
example, if the following screen were
displayed:
the LEFT SELECTION BUTTON, which is
directly below the MENU text field, would
allow the user to access the MENU
features.
At any time during use, pressing the
ENTER button (Figure 1) will allow the
user to back up by one screen. Pressing
the ENTER button enough times will
always take the user back to the main
display screen.
To enter the data collection mode press
the AUDIT button, the unit will prompt you
for USER NAME, press soft button
immediately under the Done text when
finished. The unit will list all available tools
(files) for testing. Use the scroll buttons to
select tool/file.
Pressing the CLR button will return you to
the RUN or sequential MEM mode of the
AUET tester.
Turning On / Off
To turn the AUET on, press the “ON”
button (Figure 1). The AIMCO logo will be
displayed for approximately 4 seconds
then the unit will start at the RUN or
sequential MEM mode of the tester.
To turn the AUET off, simply press the
“OFF” button.

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Preparing the AUET for Use
The AUET testers featurea supplied Joint
Simulator (Fig. A) that is configurable to a
wide variety of joint conditions.
Fig. A
The Joint Simulator is made up of a series
of Belleville Washers that allow the user
to pre-configure the joint to match the
actual application joint as closely as
possible. Each of the Belleville Washers
is concave in shape. By aligning all the
concave curves in the same direction a
simulated hard joint is achieved (Fig. B).
Fig. B
Alignment of the concave shapes in an
opposing manner a simulated soft joint is
achieved (Fig. C).
Fig. C
Differing combinations allow for simulated
medium joints to be achieved (Fig. D).
Fig. D
Joint kits can be adjusted by loosening the
Hex Screw and aligning the stack of
Belleville Washers according to your joint
condition needs. Hand thread the Hex
Screw into the housing several threads.
Place the square drive end of the
simulator into the female square drive on
the AUET Tester.
BASIC FUNCTIONS
OPERATING MODE Descriptions
By selecting the proper Operating Mode,
the user can properly take torque readings
from a variety of manual and powered
tools.
PEAK
This mode will provide a display of the
maximum torque value achieved by
the tool during operation. This mode is
used for all continuous drive tools
impact or impulse tools, dial wrenches
and to identify highest torque delivered
with click type wrenches.
1st PEAK
This mode will detect and display the
“first peak” achieved by click wrenches
and cam-over screwdrivers.
PULSE
This mode counts the number of
events (pulses or impact blows) in a
cycle. This mode does not change the
manner in which peak torque is
identified.
TRACK
This mode will display torque in real-
time as it is applied to the connected
transducer. Track mode is used
primarily for calibration of the unit or
identifying the condition of the
transducer. In Track Mode with no
torque on the transducer, the display
should show zero.

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Selecting the Proper OPERATING MODE
While in the Main Display screen, press
the Selection Arrow-Down button to
cycle through the available Operating
Mode choices. The choices will be
displayed in the following order:
Selecting the Proper DATA MODE
The AUET contains two Data Modes.
RUN and MEMORY.
RUN mode simply allows the tester to
display Torque data from the driving
source immediately after rundown is
complete. Data will be displayed on the
screen until manually cleared or until
preset Auto Clear time has elapsed. No
values are stored while in RUN mode.
MEMORY mode displays the Torque data
from the run and stores it sequentially in
the internal memory of the tester. The
memory location is displayed in the upper
left corner of the tester screen. When
entering MEMORY mode, the UP arrow
key must be pressed to reach the first
open memory location (ie. 001). If values
have already been stored in the tester
memory, the up arrow will need to be
pressed until the next open memory
location is reached (if 12 values are
stored, then the UP arrow would need to
be pressed until the memory location
display reads 013). If it is desired to return
to the RUN mode (no storage), the DOWN
arrow should be pressed repeatedly until
the memory location indicator goes to 000
and disappears. Pressing the MEM menu
key will then return the unit to RUN mode
Setting ENGINEERING UNITS
The AUE/MTM-DC must be in RUN
MODE in order to change the
Engineering Units. If torque values have
been stored in the AUET/MTM-DC while
in MEMORY MODE, then the memory
must be cleared in order to change the
Engineering Units.
While in the Main Display screen, press
the Selection Arrow-Up button to cycle
through the available Engineering Unit
choices. The choices will be displayed in
the following order:
Using the AUET in RUN MODE
RUN MODE can be used to quickly and
easily take torque readings using a variety
of tools in situations where storage of data
and statistical feedback is not necessary.
With the AUET turned ON, observe the
Data Storage Mode Status field (Figure 1).
If RUN is displayed, the AUET is in RUN
MODE and can then be configured
accordingly. If the status reads MEM, then
the AUET is in MEMORY MODE.
Install the supplied driving bit into the
Torque applying device to be tested.
Engage the driving bit into the Hex screw
in the supplied joint simulator and run the
torque applying device per its instructions.
The Main Display Screen will show the
Torque value received by the built in
transducer.

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Clearing a Torque Value / RUN MODE
When in RUN MODE, if Auto Clear is
turned on by selecting a time value, the
display screen will automatically convert
back to a zero value after the set amount
of seconds. Auto Clear clears the display
and sends the value out to the serial port
automatically.
When in RUN MODE, if Auto Clear is
turned OFF, the operator must manually
clear a torque value from the display:
1. Set the Auto Clear function to
OFF.
2. While in the Main Display
screen, conduct a rundown.
3. After observing the torque value
for the rundown, press CLEAR.
4. The Main Display will convert
back to a zero value and the
torque value is sent out to the
serial port automatically.
Using the AUET in MEMORY MODE
Prior to using Memory Mode for the
first time, it is advised to perform a
Reset All to insure that any data is
erased and that all Memory locations
are formatted (see Reset All, pg. 18).
MEM MODE can be used to store up to
999 torque readings. Those stored
readings can then be reviewed and
statistical analysis can be conducted. The
AUET also provides the capability to print
out the data with or without the associated
statistical information.
With the AUET turned ON, observe the
Data Storage Mode Status field (Figure 1).
If MEM is displayed, the AUET is in
MEMORY MODE and can then be
configured accordingly. If the status reads
RUN, then the AUET is in RUN MODE and
will not store any of the following rundown
values.
To switch the unit to MEMORY MODE
from RUN MODE, press the RIGHT
SELECTION BUTTON (Figure 1) and
verify that MEM is displayed in the DATA
STORAGE MODE field.
Storing Rundown Torque Values
1. Enter MEMORY MODE.
2. Press the SELECTION ARROW –UP
button to scroll to memory position 1,
which will be indicated by a 001 in the
Stored Rundown Number field (Figure
1). The subsequent rundown value will
be stored as #001 and all other
rundowns will automatically be stored
as sequentially higher numbers.
In MEMORY MODE, torque values are
automatically stored when the value is
cleared; this time-value is determined by
the time-value set in the Auto-Clear
function. If the Auto Clear function is
turned off, the user must press ENTER
after each rundown in order to store the
associated torque value.
Clearing / Entering the Current Torque
Value / MEMORY MODE
When in MEMORY MODE, if AUTO
CLEAR is turned ON, the torque value
from a rundown will automatically be
entered into memory after the set number
of seconds, the display will convert backto
a zero value and the AUET will be ready
to record another torque value.
When in MEMORY MODE, if AUTO
CLEAR is turned OFF, the user must
manually enter the value into memory or
clear the value.
1. Set the AUTO CLEAR function to OFF
2. While in the Main Display, conduct a
rundown
3. After observing the rundown, the user
must decide whether to save or clear
the value.
4. If the rundown is determined to be
valid, press the ENTER button to store
the value. The Main Display will
convert back to zero, the next Stored