20. Maintenance
Maintenance of the machine is necessary for a long life and
quality results.
1. After each test:
a) Clean off the sample debris from the Ram and
Machine top.
2. Daily after use:
a) Clean any remaining dirt with a mild soap or household
cleaner.
b) DO NOT use solvents on the painted areas, load cell,
LVDT, or the touch screen.
c) If available, keep the unit covered to prevent dust and
other deleterious materials from collecting on the unit.
3. Monthly:
a) Inspect the following parts for excessive wear:
i. Ram Guide Rollers;
ii. Ram Dust Collar;
iii. SCB Jig Guide Post;
iv. SCB Roller Support;
v. Loading Shaft Contact Point.
4. Annually:
a) Clean all machine parts with a mild soap or household
cleaner.
b) Calibrate the following items:
i. Load Cell (ASTM E-4)
ii. External LVDT (ASTM D-6027)
c) Check for updates to the firmware or testing software.
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