Instron 34TM-5 - Page 43

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System components
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Hazard - Do not remove covers to any component of your system, unless it is
specified in a procedure.
There are dangerous voltages and rotating machinery inside the machine that may
cause bodily injury or damage to equipment.
1. Ensure that the power switch is set to Off (
O) and the mains power cable to the
machine is disconnected.
2. Connect the load cell cable to the
FORCE connection on the controller (see
“Controller connections detail” on page 40).
3. If using pneumatic grips, connect the grips and the air supply to the appropriate
connectors on the rear panel (see “Rear panel connections detail” on page 39).
4. If you are using pneumatic grips with a foot switch, connect the foot switch to the
FOOT SWITCH connector on the rear panel (see “Controller connections detail”
on page 40).
5. Use the cable clips on the column to secure the load cell cable and pneumatic grip
connections (see “Dual column table model load frame” on page 37).
6. Instron
®
systems provide an option to measure strain. If your system is equipped to
measure strain, connect the extensometer to the
STRAIN 1 connection on the
controller (see “Controller connections detail” on page 40). Always use
STRAIN 1
as the primary connection for strain.
STRAIN 2 is an available option that you can use
to connect another extensometer or other strain device to the system.
Caution
The connectors labeled SERVICE are for the use of Instron
®
Service only. Never
connect any equipment to any of the SERVICE connectors.
7. If the frame or any accessories require a ground (earth) connection, make the
connections (refer to “Ground connection detail” on page 41).
8. Connect the Ethernet connection on the Bluehill
®
Operator Dashboard to the
Ethernet connection on the rear panel (see “Rear panel connections detail” on
page 39).
9. Verify the following:
a The machine’s voltage is compatible with the main power supply of your facility.
Refer to “Determine the voltage setting” on page 34. If it is not, refer to
“Change the voltage setting” on page 34.
b The plug is compatible with the electrical power outlet.
Warning
Frames may overheat or suffer damage if connected to a power supply greater than
15% above the configured voltage.