Chapter: Maintenance
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General Maintenance Procedures
General maintenance procedures are the procedures that you can perform should it become
necessary. These procedures do not require an Instron service technician, although
assistance is available. Contact your regional Instron office or check our web site at
www.instron.com
for assistance.
Test Limit Stops
It is recommended that you periodically test both the first and second level limit stops on the
load frame.
1. Ensure that the system is on and the crosshead is stationary.
2. Secure one of the limit stops (either the upper or lower limit stop) to the limit switch rod.
3. Firmly hold the yellow part of the limit stop to gently move the stop either downward (in
compression) or upward (in tension) about 3 mm (1/8 in).
4. A first level limit warning displays on the computer.
5. Repeat Step 3 moving the limit stop another 3 mm (1/8 in) in the same direction.
6. A second level limit warning and frame disabled warning displays on the computer.
Figure 5-1. Ballscrew Lubrication Points
Ballscrew
Ballnut
nipple
CrossheadGuide column
cover
Ballnut
Ballscrew cover
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