sauter FT 1K User manual

Instruction Manual
FT 1K
FT_SO-BA-e-1111 1
SAUTER GmbH
Tieringerstr. 11-15, D-72336 Balingen
Tel: [phone]
[email protected]
www.sauter.eu
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 Outside“ means the cell is outside the body.
1. Included in Delivery
- SAUTER FT
- Carrying Case
- Standard Attachments
3.1. Universal Sensing Head
3.2. LCD Display
3.3. FAST Indicator
3.4. FAST / SLOW Button
3.5. LCD Reverse Display Button
3.6. Zero Button
3.7. Unit switch (N, g, oz)
3.8. Power Off/On/Peak Hold
3.9. Mounting holes/fixing Screws
3.10. Battery Cover/ Compartement
3.11. – 3.15. Standard Attachments
3.16. LCD Backlight Button
3.17. 9V DC Power Adapter Input Socket
3.18. RS 232 Output terminal
2. Warning
2.1 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.
Sensor
Outside 2.2 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.
2.3 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
2.4 Monitoring the test substances

Instruction Manual
FT 1K
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SAUTER GmbH
Tieringerstr. 11-15, D-72336 Balingen
Tel: [phone]
[email protected]
www.sauter.eu
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).
3. 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.
They are not suitable for hanging from a mechanical hook,
e.g. a crane hook.
3.1 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.
3.2 Staff training
The device may only be operated and looked after by
trained members of staff.
4. Transport and storage
4.1 Acceptance check
Please check the packaging immediately upon delivery
and the device during unpacking for any visible signs of
external damage.
4.2 Packaging
Please retain all parts of the original packaging in case it
should be necessary to return items at any time. Only the
original packaging should be used for return
consignments.
Before despatch, disconnect all attached cables and
loose/movable parts. Apply any intended transport security
devices. Secure all parts, e.g. glass windshield, measuring
plate,
power unit etc., to prevent slipping and damage.
5. Unpacking, installation and commissioning
5.1 Place of installation, place of use
The instrument is constructed in such a way that reliable
measuring results can be achieved under normal
application conditions.
By selecting the correct application location for your
instrument, you will be able to work quickly and precisely.
Therefore please observe the following at the application
location:
• Avoid extreme heat as well as temperature fluctuation
caused by installing next to a radiator or in the direct
sunlight;
• Protect the instrument against direct draughts due to
open
windows and doors;
• Avoid jarring during measuring;
• Protect the instrument against high humidity, vapours
and dust;
• Do not expose the device to extreme dampness for
longer
periods of time. Inadmissible bedewing (condensation of
air
moisture on the device) can occur if a cold device is taken
into a significantly warmer environment. In this case,
please acclimatise the device for approx. 2 hours at room
temperature after it has been disconnected from the
batterys.
• Avoid static charging of the material to be measured,
measuring container and windshield.
Major display deviations (incorrect measuring results) are
possible if electromagnetic fields occur as well as due to
static
charging and instable power supply. It is then necessary to
change the location.
5.2 Unpacking
Carefully remove the instrument from its packaging,
remove the plastic wrapping and position the instrument in
its intended working
location.
3. Working Conditions
10°C to 30°C / 15% up to 80% humidity
4. Power Supply
6 x 1.5 V AA, UM-3 Batteries
If batteries are low, display showes „Lo“

Instruction Manual
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SAUTER GmbH
Tieringerstr. 11-15, D-72336 Balingen
Tel: [phone]
[email protected]
www.sauter.eu
5. Zeroing & Measure 8. Backlight
Keep pressing for about 2 seconds
Zeroing of display
Turning off automatically after approx. 15 Sek.
The tension and compression measuring function is
executed automatically. Compression measuring showes
„ – „ in front of measured result.
9. RS 232 PC Serial Interface
The instrument features an RS232 output via 3.5 mm
terminal. The connector output is a 16 digit data stream
which can be utilized to the user´s specific application. An
RS232 lead with the following connection will be required
to link the instrument with the PC serial input.
6. Normal Measurement
Slide Power Switch onto „I“
Choose unit and slide switch onto wanted unit
16-digit-Signal:
Put choosen attachment on
Zero adjusting by pushing Zero Button before all
measurments
Activate display reverse if needed
Changes from FAST to SLOW:
- FAST: about 0,2 Sek.
- SLOW: about 0,6 Sek.
In case of overload display is showing „-----„
7. Peak-Hold Measurement
Power-Switch onto „Peak-H.“
Same as „Normale Measurement“