Mecmesin Vortex Operating Instructions Manual page 6

Receiving and Unpacking
1. Upon receiving the Mecmesin test frame ensure adequate equipment is available to
safely lift the test frame from the packaging. Trying to lift heavy items without adequate
assistance or the correct equipment may lead to accidental personal injury.
2. Once safely removed from the packaging, place the test frame on a stable work surface.
Inspect the machine for any signs of obvious transit damage.
IF ANY DAMAGE IS DISCOVERED DO NOT GO ANY FURTHER WITH INSTALLATION
AND DO NOT CONNECT TO MAINS SUPPLY UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES.
Contact your local supplier immediately who will decide the most appropriate action to rec-
tify the situation as quickly as possible.
Installing the Machine
1. After placing the machine on a stable and level work surface, check that the mains inlet
voltage corresponds to your electrical installation – either 230Vac or 110Vac.
The machine has a label close to the mains inlet connector, which advises the voltage it is
set for.
If the machine does not correspond to your supply, inform your local Mecmesin supplier
who will rectify the situation.
Connecting a mains powered test frame to the wrong supply will almost certainly
cause extensive damage to the equipment.
The Mecmesin test frames must only ever be connected to a mains power installation that
has a fully installed earthing system.
CONNECTING A MAINS POWERED TEST FRAME TO AN ELECTRICAL POWER OUT-
LET WITHOUT AN EARTH CONNECTION IS EXTREMELY DANGEROUS AND COULD
LEAD TO A RISK OF ELECTROCUTION.
2. After all the above points have been checked and confirmed to be correct you may
connect the machine to the mains outlet only with the supplied mains lead.
When power is applied the mains indicator light will illuminate. This shows power is
reaching the machine and is therefore ready for use.
Check its basic operation with reference to this operating manual.
Operator Training
1. Each person, who is to use the machine, should be fully trained in the safe use of the
motorised testing machines. The machine has the ability to generate forces large enough