Eraser WM Series User manual

WM Series Measuring Meters
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Operating Manual
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The Eraser Company, Inc.
PO Box 4961
Syracuse, NY 13221, USA
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Eraser Company Inc. • Syracuse, NY USA • Ph: 315-454-3237 • [e-mail] • www.eraser.com • Fax [phone]
WM Series Wire & Cable
Measuring Meters
Meters specically designed to measure long
lengths of wires, cables, at cable, and other exible
materials used in the electrical, electronic, and
associated industries. Units are available measuring
in feet and inches or in meters and 1/10 meters and
are self-adjusting for material diameter or width.
A digital counter records the amount of material
measured. In cases where the material to be
measured has a hard, uneven, or slippery outside
jacket, the WMIU with urethane rollers may provide
better accuracy.
SPECIFICATIONS
WMI, WMIU .................. Measures in feet & inches to
9,999" 11", resettable
All units:
Measure rates........... up to 1,000’ (305M) per minute
Material size ...................Flexible material from 1/64”
(0.40mm) to 2” (50.8mmø) diameter or width
Accuracy..................... Normally ± .5% depending on
material and feed
Stands:
Bench (optional) .......Raises meter so material feeds
through meter 12” (305mm) from bench surface
Floor (optional) ..............Adjustable and raises meter
so that material feeds through meter between
29” (737mm) and 47” (1194mm) from the oor.
Swivel feature for correct lateral adjustment of meter
Size.............................................10-1/4" x 6-1/4" x 7"
(260mm x 159mm x 178mm)
Weight ...........................................9-1/2 lbs. (4.3 Kg)
ORDERING INFORMATION
AR0610 (WMI)......................... Wire and cable meter
reading in feet and inches to 9,999’ 11”,
steel rollers
AR0630 (WMIU) ...................... Wire and cable meter
reading in feet and inches to 9,999’ 11”,
urethane rollers
IR0491..................................... Optional bench stand
IR0492.......................Optional adjustable oor stand
OPERATION
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
SET-UP:
These instructions pertain to Models WMI and
WMIU measuring meters. All meters are shipped
complete, and include the following mounting
hardware: 2 Hex screws; 2 Flat washers; 2 Hex
nuts. Also included is an additional tension spring
(PR3735), and an adjusting wrench (TG3028).
Maximum measuring accuracy is achieved when
the material is perpendicular to the line connecting
the centers of the measuring wheel and the idler
wheel. The spacers in the meter are positioned to
help ensure this. The meter is shipped with a spacer

WM Series Wire & Cable Measuring Meters
installed 1" above the measuring wheel on the
input side to guide material coming from above the
meter. If material larger than 1" in diameter is being
measured, move this spacer to the set of holes 1"
above its current location.
On the output side of the meter, there is an
additional pair of holes in the side frame lower than
the spacer as installed at the factory. If the material
is very sti󰀨 or has a lot of camber, move this spacer
to the lower set of holes to improve accuracy.
The meter can be mounted directly to a bench, using
the screws enclosed. Drill 2 holes - 2 3/4" center to
center, and .280" in diameter. The meter can also be
mounted directly to either the optional IR0491 bench
stand or the IR0492 adjustable oor stand, using the
hardware provided.
Once the unit has been mounted, adjust the material
input guides by using the adjusting wrench provided.
The guides should be adjusted for the size of the
material to be measured, to keep the material
centered on the measuring roller. Be sure to allow
free movement of the material within the guides.
OPERATION:
Depress the material release lever and insert the
material to be measured, between the input guides
and under the top roller. Line the material up even
with the front edge of the meter. Reset the digital
counter by pushing the reset lever. Pull the material
through the meter until the desired length has been
measured on the counter. Cut the material o󰀨 even
with the front edge of the meter.
Reset the counter to zero and repeat for the next
length. The counter will count backward as well as
forward, so if too much material is pulled through,
simply pull it backward from the input guide end to
achieve the desired length.
All meters are shipped with one tension spring
installed on the material release lever. Some
slippery or uneven materials may require more
tension in order to measure accurately. If more
tension is required, rst move the existing spring
from its current position in the center groove to one
of the outside grooves. Install the second spring
provided with the unit (PR3735), on the other
outside groove. It is important that the two outside
grooves be used if both springs are attached, in
order to maintain even pressure on the idler roller.
When using only one spring, ensure it is located on
the center groove. Use care when installing springs,
to prevent injury.
MAINTENANCE:
Occasionally lubricate all moving parts sparingly,
with a light machine oil. Keep unit clean for best
performance. No other maintenance is required.
TROUBLESHOOTING:
PROBLEM: Inaccurate measurement of material.
SOLUTIONS:
1) Check that material is entering and exiting meter
in a straight line.
2) Check that there are no kinks or bulges in the
material being measured.
3) Add second tension spring for better roller tension.
PROBLEM: Inconsistent measurement of material.
SOLUTIONS:
1) If using slippery material, add second tension
spring or try urethane wheels.
2) Check that rollers are turning freely and are not
bound up with dirt. Clean if required.
IMPORTANT: NO LIABILITY WILL BE INCURRED
BY THE ERASER COMPANY FOR INJURY,
DEATH, OR PROPERTY DAMAGE CAUSED
BY A PRODUCT THAT HAS BEEN SET UP,
OPERATED, OR INSTALLED CONTRARY TO
ERASER'S WRITTEN OPERATING MANUAL, OR
WHICH HAS BEEN SUBJECTED TO MISUSE,
NEGLIGENCE, OR ACCIDENT; OR WHICH HAS
BEEN REPAIRED OR ALTERED BY ANYONE
OTHER THAN ERASER, OR WHICH HAS BEEN
USED INA MANNER FOR WHICH THE PRODUCT
WAS NOT INTENDED.
IR0203
REV 10/21
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The Eraser Company, Inc.
PO Box 4961
Syracuse, NY 13221, USA