Chapter: Installation
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Connect the System Components
The following procedure describes the connections for the basic components of an Instron
electromechanical system. If you purchased additional accessories for your system, you
need to refer to the documentation for those accessories for proper installation.
1. Ensure that the power switch is set to Off (O) and the mains power cable to the machine
is disconnected.
2. Ensure that the Ethernet card in the computer that you intend to use for communication
with the frame is not connected to a network. You can connect the computer to a
network, but you must use a separate Ethernet card.
3. Connect the Ethernet crossover cable to the
ETHERNET connector on the controller.
Connect the other end of the cable to the appropriate Ethernet card on the back of the
computer. Ensure that the connectors are fully engaged in their sockets.
4. Connect the load cell cable from the load cell to the
LOAD connector on the controller.
Instron systems provide an option to measure strain. If your machine is enabled to
measure strain, then connect the extensometer to the
STRAIN 1 connector on the
controller. Always use
STRAIN 1 as the primary connection for strain. STRAIN 2 is
another available option you can use to connect a second extensometer or other strain
device to the system.
5. Verify that the voltage setting for the machine is compatible with the facility’s voltage.
Refer to “Power Supply Compatibility” on page 4-3.
6. Ensure that the computer and monitor are set to the appropriate line voltage. Check the
switch on the back of the computer to verify the line voltage setting. If necessary, set the
switch to the proper line voltage. Check the back of the monitor for a line voltage switch
Electrical Hazard - Do not connect power cables when the power is on. Turn the
power off to avoid hazardous voltages and component damage.
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.
The connector labeled SERVICE on the controller is used only by Instron’s field service
engineers. No equipment should ever be connected via the SERVICE connector.
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