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Lloyd LS SERIES User Manual

Lloyd LS SERIES
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LLOYD INSTRUMENTS LTD
SERVICE MANUAL FOR THE
LS1, FT1, TA1, LS2K5 AND LS5
MATERIALS TESTING MACHINES
ISSUE 4.0 - NOVEMBER 2014
PART NUMBER 01/3936

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Lloyd LS SERIES Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandLloyd
ModelLS SERIES
CategoryTest Equipment
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Overview of Materials Testing Machines

Scope of Manual

Description of the service manual's coverage for various LS series machines.

General Machine Description

Overview of the machine's structure, operation, and components.

Full Control Console

Description of the main control interface with LCD and keypad.

Hand Held Remote

Description of the alternative portable control interface.

Electronic PCBs and Power Supplies

Details on main electronic circuit boards and power supply units.

Load Measuring System

Explanation of how load is measured and processed by the machine.

Extension Measuring System

Explanation of how extension is measured and processed.

Microprocessor Circuits

General Microprocessor Overview

Overview of the microprocessor circuitry and its main components.

USB Interface

Details on connecting the machine to a computer via USB.

Console Keypad

Description of the console keypad layout and functionality.

Motor Control Signals

Explanation of the signals used for motor speed and direction control.

Limit Switches

Function and wiring of the upper and lower limit switches.

Splinter Shield Wiring

Wiring details for the optional interlocked splinter shield.

Program Information

Upgrading the Program

Procedure for updating the machine's embedded firmware.

Program Version History

Details on software releases, initial versions, and bug fixes.

Load Measuring System Details

General Load Measuring System

Introduction to the load measurement system and its components.

Loadcell Functionality

Details on loadcells, their types, and accuracy grading standards.

Loadcell Bridge Supply and Amplifier

Description of the loadcell bridge supply and amplifier circuits.

Analogue to Digital Converter

Explanation of the ADC process for converting analogue signals.

Overload Detector

Details on the overload detection mechanisms for safety.

Extension Measuring System

Internal Extension Measurement

Using the built-in digital encoder for crosshead extension measurement.

External Analogue Extensometer

Connecting external analogue extensometers via adaptor or interface box.

External Encoder Extensometer

Connecting external digital encoder extensometers.

Power Supplies

Mains Connections

Details on mains input, voltage selection, and safety requirements.

DC Supplies

Description of internal DC voltage outputs for various PCBs.

Crosshead Drive System

General Drive System

Overview of the DC motor and drive system operation.

PWM Driver

Function and signals of the PWM driver IC for motor control.

Motor Overcurrent Detector

Protection against excessive motor current.

Safe Line Circuit

Safety circuit ensuring motor does not run until safeline is energized.

Mechanical Assemblies and Maintenance

General and Performance Checks

Initial checks and annual maintenance overview for optimum efficiency.

Routine Maintenance Procedures

Procedures for cleaning and removing covers for access.

Console and Remote Access

Instructions for opening the Full Control Console and Hand Held Remote.

Top Cap Removal and Lubrication

Procedures for removing the top cap and lubricating key points.

Eye End Alignment and Belt Tension

Adjusting lower eye end alignment and drive belt tension.

Component Replacement Procedures

Steps for replacing motor, gearbox, encoder, and loadcell loom.

Mechanical Disassembly and Component Specs

Procedures for dismantling assemblies and loadcell thread details.

Calibration Procedures

General Calibration Introduction

Introduction to annual procedures for maintaining machine accuracy.

Checking Extension Measurement

Procedure for checking the accuracy of extension measurement.

Checking Crosshead Speed

Procedure for checking the accuracy of crosshead speed.

Load Calibration Principle

Understanding the principles of load calibration and verification.

Load Calibration Procedure

Step-by-step guide for performing load calibration.

Fault Finding Guide

General Fault Finding Steps

Initial steps for troubleshooting, including power checks.

Mains Supply Checks

Checking mains input fuses and power connections.

Internal Power Supply Checks

Measuring and verifying analogue and digital power supplies.

Error Messages

Interpretation of displayed error messages and conditions.

Fault Finding Charts

Systematic guide for diagnosing common symptoms and causes.

Diagnostic Modes

General Diagnostic Mode Purpose

Purpose of internal engineer's diagnostic modes for calibration.

Selecting Diagnostic Mode

Procedures for selecting and entering diagnostic modes.

Loadcell Verification

Procedure for verifying loadcell accuracy at yearly intervals.

External Extensometer Installation

Connecting external extensometers using adaptor cables or boxes.

Extensometer Verification

Procedure for verifying extensometer accuracy at yearly intervals.

PC Diagnostic Mode

Using a PC and Hyperterminal for diagnostics and voltage checks.

Full Control Console Diagnostics

General Console Diagnostics

Purpose of internal engineer's diagnostic modes via console.

Selecting Internal Diagnostic Mode

How to enter the internal diagnostic mode on the console.

Setting Machine Type and Serial Number

Configuring the machine type and serial number in diagnostics.

Loadcell Value and Serial Number Configuration

Changing the loadcell value and serial number in diagnostics.

Checking Loadcell Offset and Overloads

Monitoring loadcell offset and overload history.

Loadcell Calibration Procedure

Step-by-step guide for calibrating the loadcell via console.

Extensometer Configuration and Calibration

Setting extensometer type/serial and performing calibration.

NEXYGEN Plus 3 Diagnostics

General NEXYGEN Plus 3 Diagnostics

Purpose of diagnostic features within NEXYGEN Plus 3 software.

Selecting NEXYGEN Plus 3 Diagnostic Mode

How to access the engineer's diagnostic mode in NEXYGEN.

Setting Machine Type and Serial Number

Configuring machine identity via NEXYGEN Plus 3 software.

Changing Loadcell Value and Serial Number

Modifying loadcell settings through NEXYGEN Plus 3.

Checking Loadcell Offset and Overloads

Monitoring loadcell status and overload history via NEXYGEN.

Loadcell Calibration via NEXYGEN

Procedure for calibrating the loadcell using NEXYGEN software.

Extensometer Configuration and Calibration

Setting extensometer type/serial and calibrating via NEXYGEN.

Spare Parts Information

General Spare Parts Introduction

Introduction to the section listing replaceable parts.

Mains Input Fuses

Specific fuses required for different machine models and voltages.

Comprehensive Spares List

A detailed list of all available spare parts with part numbers.

Modifications and Production Changes

General Modifications Information

Introduction to lists of production changes and additional modifications.

Production Changes Details

Information on build modification levels indicated on the serial number label.

Mechanical Drawings Index

List of Mechanical Drawings

An index of all available mechanical drawings for the machine.

Electrical Drawings Index

List of Electrical Drawings

An index of all available electrical schematic drawings.

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