Shimpo FGS-250VL Instruction Manual

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General Information
The Shimpo FGS-250VL motorized test stand is designed
for a wide variety of tensile and compression force testing up
to 550 pounds. The all steel construction guarantees durability
and stability for production, laboratory and quality control
applications.
Inspection
If any shipping damage is found, do not unpack test stand.
Notify your shipping carrier immediately for damage claim
instructions.
Check nameplate to confirm model number ordered and
record serial number for future reference. Items included with
test stand are:
1) Four M6 x 16 cap screws
2) One 5mm Allen wrench
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Instruction Manual Instruction Manual
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Important Safety Instructions
1) Position test stand on a heavy duty, vibration free, level
table.
2) Keep hands, hair and jewelry away from stand when
drive assembly is in motion.
3) Confirm that the test stand case is properly grounded to
the AC line.
5) Make sure AC power is removed from test stand before
making any adjustments.
Mounting Shimpo Force Gauges
This stand is designed for Shimpo high capacity force gauge
FGE/FGV-H series.
To mount the force gauge to the mounting plate, use the
four M6 x 16 cap screws supplied with stand.
Drive Assembly Control
Speed control can easily be adjusted to control the test and
return travel rates of the force gauge.
Adjustable Upper and Lower Travel Limits
The upper and lower travel limits can be adjusted by
loosening the thumb limit screws and sliding them to the
desired position. Don't forget to hand tighten the limit screws
when the desired position is reached.
Coarse Control
1) Press COMP to lower the force gauge. The gauge will
travel at the rate at which the speed control is set. The
gauge will stop when the it reaches the lower limit or
when the STOP button is pushed.
2) To raise the force gauge, press TEN. The force gauge
will continue to move until the upper limit is reached or
until the STOP button is pushed.