MB-RAD 3. General instructions NOTE: Do not operate the tool before reading these instructions. If breakdown, malfunction or damage occurs, do not attempt to repair, please contact RAD Torque Systems B.V. immediately. RAD battery torque wrenches are reversible, non-impacting, torque controlled tightening tools and must always be operated with the following: •...
MB-RAD 5. Description of functions 5.1. Commissioning • The torque wrench is supplied ready to operate. • Only components and accessories that do not impair the function and safety of the torque wrench may be used. 5.2. Preparing the torque wrench 1.
The default setting from the factory is 0 Nm. • The current direction of rotation is displayed at the top left. • The torque wrench type is displayed at the top right. ‘40’ means MB-RAD 40. • Torque setting is activated by pressing the (M) button briefly.
MB-RAD 5.7. Extended menu • The extended menu can be opened by using the password. Ask your RAD distributor for the password. • The password should be entered under ‘Password’ in the main menu. • The following settings can be implemented in the extended menu: Advanced settings •...
MB-RAD 5.9. Setting the angle • To set an angle, the angle option must be activated in advanced settings. • Setting the angle opens the main screen. • Torque setting is activated by pressing the (M) button. • Set the torque.
MB-RAD • ‘Accept’ applies the displayed preset as the current setting. • ‘Overwrite’ will store the preset settings in the current preset. • To save a preset, first enter the desired torque (+ angle) in the main screen. • ‘Cancel’ returns you to the displayed preset.
MB-RAD • The limits are confirmed with the (M) button. • The limits are also stored when storing as a preset. • In the event that the limits are not met or are exceeded when operating, an indicator appears on the screen.
• Only torques stored in the presets can be selected. 5.14. Point calibration (MB-RAD only) Point calibration allows the accuracy of the torque wrench to be increased to a specific type of bolted joint. Since the B-RAD S has a built-in transducer, Point calibration is not needed for the B-RAD S.
The torque wrench restarts after confirming the language. 5.16. Check program / Bolt verification • The ‘Check’ program is NOT an standard feature on the MB-RAD, but can optionally be equipped or retrofitted with it. • It has been designed for checking already tightened bolts.
MB-RAD 5.17. Data logging • Data logging is a standard feature on the MB-RAD & B-RAD S. • When the data logging is active, the sub-item ‘data logging’ appears in the extended menu. • ressing the two arrow buttons simultaneously is a shortcut to enter the data logging menu.
MB-RAD 5.18. Setting the data and time • The data and time are only displayed and used if data logging is active. • The date and time can only be set if the extended menu has been unlocked with the password.
MB-RAD 5.21. Toolkit information • The following information is displayed under „Information“ in the menu: · The software version number · The torque wrench serial number · The customer service telephone number · The manufacturer´s website 5.22. Diagnosis function •...
MB-RAD 6. Datalogger PC software 6.1. Adding the torque wrench with Bluetooth in Windows • Install the Bluetooth stick (supplied). • Activate the data connection on your torque wrench. To do this, go to → Extended → Data logging → Settings → Data transfer in the torque wrench’s menu.
MB-RAD 6.5. Saving and printing the data • To print to a printer, select ‘Print’ on the ‘Menu’ tab. • To save as a PDF, select a PDF printer in the print menu. • To save as a .csv or .xlsx file, select ‘Export’ on the ‘Menu’ tab, followed by the corresponding file ending.
Recht vor, jederzeit ohne vorherige Ankündigung Änderungen am Produkt und an den Bedienungsanleitungen vorzunehmen. M-PT ist nicht für direkte und indirekte Folgeschäden haftbar oder verantwortlich, die in Verbindung mit der Ausstattung, der Leistung und dem Einsatz dieses Produkts entstehen.
MB-RAD WARNING: While in use, this tool must be supported at all times in order to prevent unexpected release in the event of a fastener or component failure! 9.2. Reaction arm height Ensure the height of the socket is even with the height of the reaction arm as seen below in Figure 6A.
MB-RAD 9.3. Reaction arm foot Ensure the foot of the reaction arm aligns with the length of the nut as seen in Figure 7A. The length of the foot cannot be shorter or longer than the nut as seen in Figure 7B and Figure 7C.
MB-RAD 10. Safety RAD tools are developed for tightening and loosening threaded fasteners using very high forces. For your safety and that of others, warning labels and attention labels are prominently attached to the torque wrench and its accessories. NOTE: Make sure you observe the directions on the warning labels at all times.
MB-RAD 11.2. Repaired tool warranty After the warranty has expired a three (3) month warranty applies to the original purchaser against defective in material or workmanship or both from the date of repair. To qualify for the above mentioned warranties, written notice to RAD Torque Systems B.V. must be given immediately upon discovery of such defect, at which time RAD Torque Systems B.V..