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1 mm (0.04") Ball Tool • Operating Instructions To maximise the benefits of your new Elcometer 3000 Clemen Unit please take some time to read these Operating Instructions. Do not hesitate to contact Elcometer or your Elcometer supplier if you have any questions.
2 GETTING STARTED This section of the instructions is intended for first-time users of the Elcometer 3000 Clemen Unit. It describes the steps you must take before you can start using the unit and offers advice on safe operation. 2.1 Installation Place the Elcometer 3000 Clemen Unit onto a rigid table.
Elcometer 3000/3 Motorised Clemen Unit. There are no user- serviceable parts inside. To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose the Elcometer 3000/ 3 Motorised Clemen Unit to rain or excess moisture. The mains plug on your Elcometer 3000/3 Motorised Clemen Unit may be fitted...
3 TESTING A SAMPLE - MANUAL CLEMEN UNIT Before the sample can be tested, adjust the height of the tool: 3.1 Adjusting the tool 1. Place the sample onto the sample platform and fix in position by rotating the clamp handle. 2.
The instrument and sample are now ready for the test to be carried out (Figure 4). Figure 4. Manual Clemen Unit ready for test 3.2 Test procedure 1. Pull the sample platform towards you in a single smooth action (Figure 4); the standard speed of movement is approximately 30 mm/s (1.2"/s).
4 TESTING A SAMPLE - MOTORISED CLEMEN UNIT Before the sample can be tested, adjust the height of the tool: 4.1 Adjusting the tool 1. Connect the unit to the mains supply and press the Power On/Off button. 2. Place the sample onto the sample platform and fix in position by rotating the clamp handle.
8. Slide the weight along the load beam to the required load and lock in place by tightening the knurled wheel. The load can be set from 0 g to 1500 g using the sliding weight. For loads between 1500 g 5000 g (3.3 lb and 11 lb), use the additional...
5 TESTING THICK SAMPLES (These instructions apply only to the Elcometer 3000/3 Motorised Clemen Unit) The standard Elcometer 3000/3 Motorised Clemen Unit will test samples up to a maximum thickness of 3 mm (0.12"). An optional adjustment kit is available which will allow testing of samples up to 20 mm (0.8") thick (see “Spares”...
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Figure 7. Adjustment kit - location of parts...
The tester does not contain any user-serviceable components. In the unlikely event of a fault, the Elcometer 3000 should be returned to your local Elcometer supplier or directly to Elcometer. The warranty will be invalidated if the instrument has been opened.
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Details of Elcometer offices around the world are given on the outside cover of these operating instructions. Alternatively visit the Elcometer website, www.elcometer.com...
(0.02" and 0.12") 8.4 Packaging The Elcometer 3000 Clemen Unit is packed in a cardboard and foam package. Please ensure that this packaging is disposed of in an environmentally sensitive manner. Consult your local Environmental Authority for further guidance.
Elcometer 3030/3040 Pendulum Hardness Tester • Elcometer 3092 Sclerometer Hardness Tester For further information contact Elcometer, your local supplier or visit www.elcometer.com c. Adjustment Kit is for Elcometer 3000/3 Motorised Clemen Unit only - see “Testing thick samples” on page 10.