CONTENTS Quick Start Guide System Information Unpacking Firmware Version Installation and Equipment Setup IP Information Electrical Connections Local Status Power Switch Internet Status Air Connection Memory Instrumentation Connections and Setup Factory Screen HM-5760 Rear Instrumentation Panel Export Log File Network Initial Set Up —...
Unpacking Initial inspection should include checking for physical dam- age during shipping and obvious external damage to the product. Package contents are defi ned by your packing list. Each Loader is confi gured according to customer specifi cations. In your inspection, make certain that the contents of your shipment match the documentation provided by your pack- ing list.
Air Connection A constant supply of clean, dry air is required for operation. The air connection is located in the rear of the base cabinet, see photo below. The air connection is 1/4” (6mm) OD. Insert tubing (sup- plied) into the quick-connect until it bottoms out, and make sure the connections are tight.
Below are photos of an instrumentation input and the in- strumentation plug. Install the plugs into the inputs by lining up the guide at the bottom of the plug with the slot at the bottom of the input. Instrumentation Input Instrumentation Plug Once you have installed the instrumentation into the correct inputs, your rear panel should look like this:...
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DO NOT RECALIBRATE! When your HM-5760 is first turned on, the screen below will appear. From this screen, to confirm your machine instrumentation has been calibrated, navigate to the Calibration section by clicking the Menu icon in the top left corner of the screen (1). When you click on this button, you will see a drop-down menu appear, see below.
Initial Set Up — Calibration Click on the Calibration tab in the top left corner (2). You will see the following screen. Calibration Input Screen The Calibration Input Screen (above) is used to monitor and calibrate instrumentation and assign them to specific chan- nels of the HM-5760.
Calibration Input Screen, cont. Each channel has a “Limits On” check box (1). Use the Limits On to keep the machine from exceeding the sensor limits of the instrumentation. By selecting this option, before the test can exceed the limits of the sensors, all tests will stop run- ning and the motor will stop to avoid damaging connected instrumentation.
For the HM-5760, values for vertical and horizontal loads will be set at 10.000kN (2000.0 lb), for vertical displacement this value will be set at 10.000mm (0.4000”) and for horizontal displacement this value will be set at 25.000mm (1.000”) Export Calibration via USB (4) Press this button to select calibrations to export via USB.
Date (1) Set the month, day, year, and date display format. Time (2) Set the hours, minutes, seconds, and am/pm. Clock Style (3) Select a clock view, either a 24-hour or 12-hour clock, as well as the option to show seconds or not. Clock (4) The current time is displayed and is located on every control- ler screen.
Brightness (1) Slide the gray bar to the left or right to adjust brightness. Dim Display (2) The backlight of the display will automatically dim to save power. Click the yellow box to change the number of min- utes before the display goes dim. After the time has elapsed, touch the display to deactivate dimming.
Click on the Preferences tab (1). You will see the following screen. Preferences – General Tab The Preferences panel is comprised of four (4) tabs and defaults to the General tab, see above. Logger ID (1) Each machine that is connected to your network requires a unique Logger ID.
Ambient Temperature (1) This field displays the current ambient temperature and allows you to select desired units (Fahrenheit or Celsius) for temperature recording. Motor Speed Unit (2) Click on the desired units you want to use for motor control (in/min or mm/min). Stress Control Unit (3) Click on the desired units you want to use for stress control (LBF, KN, KSF OR KPA).
Specimen Height (1) This field allows you to set the specimen height that will be used for all testing calculations. Specimen Diameter (2) This field allows you to set the specimen diameter that will be used for all testing calculations. Specimen Width (3) This field allows you to set the specimen width that will be used for all testing calculations.
Initial Set Up — Network To set up Network settings, return to the System Settings screen and click on the Network panel. (1) A password is required to access the Network Settings. That password is: 27604.
Network Settings Screen The screen above is the Network Settings screen, it provides information on your IP information and network status. DHCP (1) Check this box to enable/disable the Dynamic Host Configu- ration Protocol (DHCP). If enabled, your machine will pick up IP information from your router.
System Information Below is a view of the System Information screen. It provides a current status of the machine. Firmware Version (1) The current version of the machine firmware is shown here. If you contact product support, you will need to supply this information. IP Information (2) This information will be filled in automatically if DHCP is checked, otherwise you will have to manually supply this in-...
This will provide us with the necessary in- formation to assist you and you will be added to the next position in the support cue. You can also email Humboldt Support at support@hum- boldtmfg.com or Humboldt Service at service@humboldtm- fg.com. Please include contact information and a detailed...
Initial Set Up — Update Clicking on this panel provides information on checking for Updates, performing updates and an update history for the machine. (1)
Once on this page, click on the Elite Series Firmware tab. You will see a list of Humboldt Elite Series machines. Click on the HM-5760 Current Version link and the firmware update will begin to download to your computer. Once the down- load is complete.
The update process will begin. This may take several min- utes. Your HM-5760 may reboot several times during the update, do not turn off or reset machine during this process. Check for Update (2) If your HM-5760 is connected to the internet, you can have the machine check automatically for updates, which can be found under System Settings –...
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This manual covers the setup and operation of the HM- 5760.3F Pneumatic Direct/Residual Shear Apparatus in Stand-alone Mode only. For information on operating your load frame with Humboldt’s NEXT Software and a computer, please refer to the Humboldt NEXT software manual.
Installation and Equipment Setup Electrical Connections The HM-5760 is equipped with an internal digital switching power supply, which allows it to be used with most power confi gurations throughout the world. The unit is supplied with an IEC electrical cord with a standard 110V plug. The HM-5760 arrives ready for operation.
95psi. Air Connection It is highly recommended that you use some type of refrigerant or desiccant dryer and regulator in your machine setup. Humboldt offers the following items for this purpose. Refrigeration Dryer, 115V 60Hz 1ph HM-4221 Compressed air quality is often overlooked in many labs.
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Also, you will need a source of compressed air. Humboldt offers the following air compressors. Compressor, 120V 50/60Hz HM-4220 Compressor, 220V 50/60Hz HM-4220.4F When operating under full load this exceptionally quiet compressor offers a tremendously low noise level of 40 db/A.
Instrumentation Connections and Setup HM-5760 Rear Instrumentation Panel Above is a photo of the rear instrumentation panel of the HM-5760. Network (1) Ethernet input for connecting machine to a local area network and/or the internet. USB Power (2) The USB Power port is used for powering a wireless access appli- ance for those who want to use a wireless LAN setup.
Once you have installed the instrumentation into the correct inputs, your rear panel should look like this: Test Deck Setup Below is a how your HM-5760 should be set up for operation. When you receive your unit, your instrumentation should already be mount- ed in place.
Shearbox Assembly Shearbox assemblies are not included with the HM-5760 Direct Shear Machine, but are required. They are available in both round and square configurations in several sizes, see below. You, most likely, ordered at least one for use with your HM-5760. HM-2751.25D HM-2751.60S Shearbox Assemblies...
Sample Prep Please refer to ASTM D3080 for instructions on sample preparation. Humboldt offers the following items to aid in sample preparation. Accessory Model Cutter HM-2702.XXS/D Dolly tamper HM-2703.XXS/D Porous plate HM-2704.XXS/D Calibration disk, square HM-2755.XXS Calibration disk, round* HM-1220.XX.4...
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Loosen nuts and adjust hooks up or down as necessary Humboldt recommends using this guide to familiarize yourself with the operation of your HM-5760 Direct Shear machine’s operation, before doing actual testing. We also suggest you use some insignifi cant samples or samples made specifi...
How to Perform a Calibration All instrumentation included with this unit has been calibrated and assigned to specific channels for use. Humboldt recommends and standard lab practice dictates that your HM-5760 should be calibrat- ed periodically. For most, this period is usually a year, though other rules may apply to the frequency of calibration.
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Once your calibrations have been saved, click on the trash can icon (5) to begin to erase all four (4) Input calibrations. When you press the trash can icon, this screen will appear. On this screen select an Input calibration to delete, one at a time, and then press the Select button.
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Calibrating your instrumentation to the appropriate Input requires a separate device, which can provide precise and specific loads or dis- placement, and, which has been certified to be accurate. The calibra- tion process involves plugging the instrumentation into the HM-5760 while placing the instrumentation into the certified calibration device, which provides a specific set load or displacement.
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Upon fi lling in the password, you will see this screen, Tab 1 Sensor Details of the Calibration settings. On Tab 1, the Sensor Type (1) will default to Horizontal Load. For Capacity (2), fi ll in the maximum capacity of the sensor and choose either lbf or kN.
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Once this is complete, click on the Right Arrow in the bottom right- hand corner of the screen to save these settings. You will be taken to Tab 2, Limits. On Tab 2, in the Calibration Limit field (1), enter the maximum cal- ibrated limit of the sensor.
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If you choose Multi-Point (Recommended calibration method) Curve and click on the Right Arrow in the bottom right-hand corner of the screen, you will be taken to Tab 3. On Tab 3 you will be able to set the number of points you want to use for your calibration.
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Each point would be chosen by clicking on the corresponding point row above. The load would be applied to the sensor and an A/D Counts reading would appear. To set the point, click on the Set Point button (1). This would be repeated until all points have been set. In the example above, Point 3 is being calibrated and is ready to have the Set Point button (1) clicked.
Test Setup — Consolidation To begin a new test, Click on the Menu icon in the top left corner of the screen (1). When you click on this button, you will see a drop- down menu appear, see below. Click on NEW TEST (1). Test Setup Wizard –...
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you to quickly repeat tests with the same parameters, as well as a fast way to create new tests by choosing a template and then changing some of the parameters. Test Setup Wizard – Setup Target Load In the previous screen, we chose Consolidation for the Test Type, so this value is the Load Value for a consolidation test.
When you click on the Right Arrow in the lower, right-hand corner of the screen (3). You will get a pop-up window asking if this is the first load sequence of a new specimen, as shown below. Choose Yes or No. (1). You will see the screen below. if you choose yes, the vertical displacement will be tared (zeroed) at the beginning of the test.
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For most people, who are following ASTM D2435, BS:1377:5, AASH- TO T216, UNE 103-405, if you choose yes the vertical displacement will be tared (zeroed) at the beginning of the test testing procedures, click on Use Default (1) and the machine will fill in the Time Table per the ASTM standard.
To continue with your chosen values, click on the Right Arrow (1) in the lower right-hand corner. Test Setup Wizard – Select Stop Parameters Next you need to select the Stop Parameters for the test. To choose the Stop Value Parameter, Click on the yellow field and select a time period from the pop up window that appears.
To save your Stop Value, click on the check mark (1) in the lower, right-hand corner of the pop up window. You will return to the origi- nal screen. To proceed, click on the Right Arrow in the lower, right-hand corner of the screen.
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Once completed, press the Green Arrow at the bottom right-hand corner of the screen (4). You will then see the screen below. In the Value Field, create a name for your test (1). Press the check mark button (2) to save your test name. You will hear an extended beep sound indicating your test name has been saved.
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You can monitor your test from this window, which allows you to view the Vertical Displacement (1), the Vertical Load (2) and the Stress (3), or for additional information, click on the Test Control bar on the right of the window (4), which will reveal the additional panel shown below. From this new panel you are given the Current Status of your test, in this case, Running (1).
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Selection View Graph View Tabulation View By clicking on the Test selection button (5) when you also have the Current Tests tab selected, you can view all currently running tests. Choosing a test from the list of currently running tests, allows you to monitor that test in all views.
Test Setup — Direct Shear To begin a new test, Click on the Menu icon in the top left corner of the screen (1). When you click on this button, you will see a drop- down menu appear, see below. Click on NEW TEST (1). Test Setup Wizard –...
can allow you to quickly repeat tests with the same parameters, as well as a fast way to create new tests by choosing a template and then changing some of the parameters. Test Setup Wizard – Select Motor Condition On this screen you need to select a Motor Condition. In almost all applications you will choose Motor Control.
Test Setup Wizard – Select Logging Parameters For Logging Condition (1), you have four (4) choices: Interval logging, Linear Time Interval Logging Table and Elapsed Time Table. Choose the one that best fits your application needs. In this example Linear Time Interval has been chosen and to complete this setup, a logging value must be entered into the Logging Value field.
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Test Setup Wizard – Stop Conditions To set the Stop Condition for your test, select one condition from the list of nine (9). Distance (Right) has been chosen for our exam- ple here. Then choose the appropriate input device to coincide with your choice from the Stop Input field (2).
Operation from a Computer and NEXT Software This manual covers the setup and operation of the HM-5030.3F Load Frame in Stand-alone Mode only. For information on operating your load frame with Humboldt’s NEXT Software and a computer, please refer to the Humboldt NEXT software manual.
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7” touch-screen display that allows the operator to control and monitor all test functions. Like all Elite Series machines, the HM-5760 is built around Humboldt’s integral, 4-channel data logger with touch-screen control, which allows the HM-5760 to be used as a standalone device capable of full test con- trol and data logging.
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The Humboldt Mfg. Co. liability under the warranty contained in this clause is limited to the repair or replacement of defective goods and making good, defective...
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HUMBOLDT MFG. CO. It is licensed for use by the original purchaser of this equipment for a period of 99 years. Transfer of the license can be obtained by a request, in writing, from HUMBOLDT MFG.
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