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Digital Force Gauge PROFESSIONAL MEASURING English Version Operating instructions digital force gauge Version 2024-01 FH-BA-e-2430...
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Druge jezikovne različice na Other language versions can voljo na spletni strani be found here www.kern- www.kern- sohn.com/manuals sohn.com/manuals SAUTER GmbH Ziegelei 1 72336 Balingen-Frommern Germany +0049-[0]7433-9933-0 +0049-[0]7433-9933-149 info@kern-sohn.com www.sauter.eu...
Table of contents: Technical data ........................... 3 Technical data FH with internal load cell up to 500N ..............3 Technical data FH with external load cell up to 500N ..............4 Technical data FH with external load cell from 1kN ..............5 Technical data external load cell (from 1kN) ................
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Assignment of the RS 232 data interface ................. 23 11.2 Interface protocol ........................23 Test equipment monitoring ....................24 Maintenance, servicing and disposal ................... 25 13.1 Cleaning ........................... 25 13.2 Maintenance and repair ......................25 13.3 Waste disposal ......................... 25 2 | en FH-BA-e-2430...
Declaration of Conformity The current EC/EU Declaration of Conformity can be found online at https://www.kern-sohn.com/shop/de/DOWNLOADS/ 6 | en FH-BA-e-2430...
Device overview Scope of delivery SAUTER FH, incl. internal battery Transport case Plug-in power supply 5 M3 x 8 screws for mounting on SAUTER test stands USB Type-C cable Operating instructions Standard attachment 6-piece AC 43 Operating and display elements...
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PEAK indicates that peak hold mode is activated. AUTO PEAK only holds the peak value in the display for a defined time Average value or single peak value Display of the direction of force Assignment of the memory locations AVERAGE or memory mode 8 | en FH-BA-e-2430...
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3.2.2 Dimensions Data in mm Adapter socket Reset button Reset button 4-M3 fixing screws 4x M3 thread FH-BA-e-2430 en | 9...
Only use the device to measure tensile and compressive forces within the measuring ranges specified in the technical data. To use the device as intended, only use accessories or spare parts tested by SAUTER. SAUTER offers optional software and accessories to make the measuring device more versatile in use.
Mechanical damage and damage caused by media, liquids, natural wear and tear Improper set-up or electrical installation Overload of the measuring unit Improper assembly or electrical installation Overloading the measuring cell FH-BA-e-2430 en | 11...
Basic warnings and safety instructions Observe the notes in the operating instructions Read the operating instructions carefully before commissioning/using the appliance, even if you already have experience with SAUTER appliances. Always keep the instructions in the immediate vicinity of the appliance. Staff training The appliance may only be used by persons who have read and understood the operating instructions, in particular the chapter on safety.
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● Never bring the electrical contacts of rechargeable batteries and batteries into contact with metal objects or short-circuit them. ● Never modify rechargeable batteries, batteries and chargers. ● Batteries must never be charged. ● Never use or charge a defective, damaged or deformed battery. FH-BA-e-2430 en | 13...
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Keep a sufficient distance from heat sources. NOTE ● To prevent damage to the device, do not expose it to extreme temperatures, extreme humidity or moisture. ● Do not use harsh cleaning agents, abrasive cleaners or solvents to clean the appliance. 14 | en FH-BA-e-2430...
Only the original packaging is to be used for return transport. Disconnect all connected cables and loose/movable parts before despatch. Refit any transport locks provided. Secure all parts against slipping and damage. FH-BA-e-2430 en | 15...
On receipt of the appliance, you should first check that no damage has occurred in transit, that the outer packaging, the housing, other parts or even the appliance itself have not been damaged. If any damage is evident, please notify SAUTER GmbH immediately.
Press the button briefly: Selection between N, kg and lb Press the button for at least 2 seconds: Reverse display ZERO Assignment with three functions Zero setting of the display (tare function) Zeroing the peak value (Peak) Saving a setting (in SET mode) FH-BA-e-2430 en | 17...
(print) or (in version U 5.3) to the test stand (stand) To change: ▲ or ▼ Note: During the settings, you can save the settings and return to the operating status by pressing the ZERO button. 18 | en FH-BA-e-2430...
For setting the limit values, see SET menu under "Buttons" 8.11 Simple measurement Display (pos. 1) of the currently acting force and direction of force (pos. 7; arrow) Zero setting through: 8.12 Peak hold function Switch by pressing: FH-BA-e-2430 en | 19...
The description of how to attach all force gauges to SAUTER test stands can be found in the operating instructions for the respective test stands 8.15...
Press SET and UNIT at the same time 9. attach weight Hang the weight on the device The device switches back and hold it as still as possible. to normal mode and is Then press ZERO calibrated FH-BA-e-2430 en | 21...
Charging time: approx. 2 hours. As soon as the device is connected to the mains via the charging cable supplied, the integrated battery is charged. Battery life: between 24 and 50 hours Service life of the battery ≥300x 22 | en FH-BA-e-2430...
|_______> first character describes the sign (0 = minus = push; 1 = plus = pull) |--------|____> the remaining 6 digits describe the measured value as an ASCII character string or: 1021.15 means +21.15 N (tensile force) FH-BA-e-2430 en | 23...
Information regarding the test equipment monitoring of measuring devices and the test weights required for this are available on the SAUTER homepage (www.sauter.eu). The weights and measuring instruments can be checked and adjusted quickly and at favourable prices in KERN's accredited DAkkS laboratory (traceability to the national standard).
Rechargeable batteries and batteries do not belong in household waste. The disposal of rechargeable batteries and batteries must be carried out by the operator in accordance with the applicable national or regional law of the place of use. FH-BA-e-2430 en | 25...
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