sauter FK Tensio User manual

Sauter GmbH
Tieringerstr. 11-15
D-72336 Balingen
E-Mail: [e-mail]
Tel: +49-[0]7433- 9976-174
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Internet: www. sauter.eu
Instruction Manual
FK Tensio
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Model: FK Tensio
Thank you for buying a SAUTER force gauge. We hope
you are pleased with your high quality force gauge with its
big functional range. If you have any queries, wishes or
helpful suggestions, do not hesitate to call our service
number.
„Sensor inside“ means the measuring cell is inside the
housing.
Table of contents
1. Included in delivery
2. Working conditions
3. Electrical power supply
4. Technical data
5. Operation
6. Backside fixing on a test stand
7. Adjusting procedure
8. Declaration of conformity
1. Included in delivery
-SAUTER FK
- Power cable
- Standard attachments as shown below
Terms:
Track = continuous measurement
Peak = Capture of the maximum value
The measuring device of model FK Tensio is used for
tension tests of static or moving cables, wires or similar
testing objects.
For testing, the cable or wire has to be inserted as shown
in the following picture below:
Data in mm
Sensor
Inside
LCD
Force Sensor
(M7 x 0.75mm pitch)
195 mm
83 mm

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2. Working Conditions
10°C to 30°C / 15% up to 80% humidity
3. Electrical Power Supply
Either by batteries or current power supply
Power supply:
- Connection by power adapter
- Batteries (6 x AA batteries)
4. Technical Data
- Accuracy: ± 0,5 % of Capacity
- Data Sampling Rate: 1.000 Hz
Model
Capacity
Resolution
FK 10T
10 N
0,005 N
FK 25T
20 N
0,010 N
FK 50T 50 N 0,020 N
FK 100T
100 N
0,050 N
FK 250T
200 N
0,100 N
5. Operation
a. Display
Measuring Result
Measuring Units
Measuring Direction
Indication of PEAK Mode
b. Operating keys
ON / OFF:
ON / OFF key
(For ON, press 1 sec.)
MAX:
Changes between Track and Peak mode (capture of
maximum values)
UNIT:
Press shortly: Select unit:
N, kg, lb, ou
ZERO:
Zeros the measuring result (Tara function)
Cleans the peak value (in Peak mode)
c. Display Return
When the instrument itself is turned that the head faces
down, the display returns automatically.
d. Measurement (Track Modus)
Display (1) shows the continuous force in a defined
direction (3)
To zero the display, press ZERO:
e. Peak-Hold Function (Peak Mode)
Please press: MAX
6. Backside Fixture to a test stand
Fixture by 4 x M3 screws.
7. Adjusting procedure
Observe stable environmental conditions. A short warming
up time of approx. 1 minute is recommended for
stabilization.
Switch on the unit by pressing the Unit-key and keep it
pressed until in the display first appears shortly "CAL".
After that there appears the fix size of the adjustment
weight. Attach the adjustment weight, a short time later
appears "F". Then the instrument returns automatically to
the measuring mode.
In case of an adjustment error or incorrect adjusting weight
the display will show "E"; repeat adjustment process.
8. CE Declaration of Conformity
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)

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Tel: +49-[0]7433- 9976-174
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9. Warning
9.1 Intended use
The instrument you have acquired serves to determine the
measuring value of the material to be measured. It is
intended to be used as a “non-automatic“ instrument, i.e.
the material to be measured is manually and carefully
attached at the instrument. The measuring value can be
read off after a stable measuring value has been obtained.
9.2 Inappropriate use
Do not use the instrument for dynamic measuring. In the
event that small quantities are removed or added to the
material to be measured,
incorrect measuring results can be displayed due to the
“stability compensation“ in the instrument. (Example: Slow
draining off of liquid from a container suspended from the
instrument). Do not attach a continuous load. This can
damage the measuring unit as well as the parts,
relevant to safety.
Prevent jolts, torsion and oscillation (e.g. by appending
slopingly) of all kinds. Be sure to prevent overloading the
instrument in excess of the stated maximum load (max.),
minus any tare weight that may possibly exist. This could
damage the instrument (risk of breakage).
Important:
• Always make sure that there are no people or materials
below the load that could be injured or damaged!
• The instrument is not suitable for measuring people. Do
not use as baby scales!
• The instrument does not comply with the medical product
law (MPG).
Never operate the instrument in hazardous locations. The
series design is not explosion-proof. Structural alterations
may not be
made to the instrument. This can lead to incorrect
measuring results, faults concerning safety regulations as
well as to destruction
of the instrument. The instrument may only be used in
compliance with the described guidelines. Varying areas of
application/
planned use must be approved by SAUTER in writing.
9.3 Guarantee
The guarantee is not valid following
• non- observation of our guidelines in the operating
instructions
• use outside the described applications
• alteration to or opening of the device
• mechanical damage and damage caused by media,
liquids
• natural wear and tear
• inappropriate erection or electric installation
• overloading of the measuring equipment
9.4 Monitoring the test substances
The metrology features of the instrument and any possible
available adjusting weight must be checked at regular
intervals within the scope of quality assurance. For this
purpose, the answerable user must define a suitable
interval as well as the nature and scope of this check.
Information is available on
the home page (www.KERN-sohn.com) with regard to the
monitoring of instrument test substances and the test
weights required for this. Test weights and instruments can
be adjusted quickly and at a reasonable price in KERN’s
accredited DKD calibration laboratory (return to national
normal).
9.5. Fundamental safety information
Do not use the hanging instrument to transport loads.
Prevent jolts, torsion and oscillation (e.g. by appending
slopingly) of all kinds.
Never use the hanging instrument over the maximum
permitted weight (!! Danger of breaking !!).
Always make sure that there are no living beings or
materials below the load that could be injured or damaged.
The hanging electronic instruments from the SAUTER
instrument are only suitable for hand-held use or use in a
test stand.

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They are not suitable for hanging from a mechanical hook,
e.g. a crane hook.
9.5.1 Observe the information in the operating instructions
please read the operating instructions carefully before
erecting
and commissioning, even if you already have experience
with SAUTER instruments.
9.5.2 Staff training
The device may only be operated and looked after by
trained members of staff.