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Mecmesin Tornado User Manual

Mecmesin Tornado
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Tornado
digital torque tester
Operating Manual
S.I. Instruments
256 South Rd. Hilton
South Australia 5033
Ph (08) 8352 5511
info@si-instruments.com.au
www.si-instruments.com.au
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Mecmesin Tornado Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandMecmesin
ModelTornado
CategoryTest Equipment
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Introduction and Initial Setup

Before Use Inspection

Check for physical damage to packaging, case, or instrument upon receiving the unit.

Operation Overview

Commonly used features accessible via dedicated keys; advanced features use a menu system.

Maintenance Guidelines

Care needed when cleaning the keypad to avoid liquid spillage onto the membrane.

Tornado Assembly (6N.m and 10N.m Models)

Fitting Top Plate

Steps to attach the top plate, including handle position and screw tightening for 6N.m and 10N.m models.

Transit Preparation

Top plate is removed during transit to prevent torque cell damage.

Tornado Assembly (1.5N.m and 3N.m Models)

Fitting Top Plate (Sensor Warning)

Steps to attach the top plate, including handle position and screw tightening for 1.5N.m/3N.m models with sensor warning.

Transit Preparation

Top plate is removed during transit to prevent torque cell damage.

Powering the Tornado

Rechargeable Battery Replacement

Instructions for replacing the rechargeable batteries in the Tornado unit.

Low Battery Indicator

Describes the symbol that appears when the battery is low and the unit will power down.

Mains Power Operation

Explains how to power the Tornado directly from the mains using the adaptor/charger.

Using the Tornado

Fitting Accessories

How to use the 4 pegs to grip the sample securely during testing.

Powering Up the Device

Instructions on how to power on the Tornado, including the self-test sequence.

Basic Functions

Torque Display: Clockwise/Counter-Clockwise

How the Tornado displays torque direction and the load indicator bar.

Zeroing and Unit Selection

Procedures for zeroing the display and changing measurement units.

Max (Peak) Readings and Modes

Explains how to use Max mode, Dual Max, and specific peak readings.

Data Output Methods

'Normal' Mode Operation

Exiting Max mode to return to a running display and reset.

Analogue Output

Describes the analogue output available from the 'D type' connector for external devices.

RS232 and Digimatic Output

Details transmitting data via RS232 or Digimatic, including continuous transmission.

Advanced Menu Options

PC Communication Settings

Details RS232 communication parameters like baud rate, data bits, parity, and flow control.

Menu Navigation

Explains how to navigate the Tornado's advanced menus using the function keys.

Alarm Configuration

Alarm Settings Selection

How to select and activate one of the five stored alarm settings.

Setting an Alarm

Step-by-step guide to configure alarm parameters and activate them.

Setting Alarm Limits

Defines and sets the upper and lower limits for the alarm triggers.

Alarm Indicator Modes

Selects how the pass/fail status is indicated (Audible, LED, or Both).

Alarm Band Selection

Chooses whether alarms trigger for values 'OUT BAND' or 'IN BAND'.

Alarm Pass/Fail Criteria

Defines what constitutes a 'PASS' or 'FAIL' based on the alarm band settings.

Alarm Buzzer Mode

Configures the buzzer sound mode (Continuous or Pulse) for active alarms.

Fast Alarm Selection

PLC Integration

PLC Output Configuration

Sets the PLC signal output (OFF, AT LIMITS, AT ALARM) for external control.

PLC 'AT LIMITS' Settings

Configures the output signal trigger for 'AT LIMITS' based on load limits.

PLC 'AT ALARM' Settings

Configures the PLC signal to be high or low based on Tornado's alarm status.

Password Protection

Menu Password Setup

Enables or disables password protection for menu pages.

Display Freeze Function

Freeze Display Configuration

Configures the Tornado to freeze the display on specific external signals.

Tamper-Evident Cap Testing (% TAMP EV)

Enabling % TAMP EV Feature

How to enable the tamper-evident testing feature.

Setting % Drop Percentage

Adjusts the percentage drop for calculating slip and bridge torques.

Configuring Transmitted Peaks

Selects which peaks (1st, 2nd, or both) are transmitted via TXD.

Max Modes with % TAMP EV

Lists and explains the different max display modes when % TAMP EV is enabled.

Average/Time (AV/TIME) Calculation

Enabling AV/TIME Calculation

How to enable the function for calculating average load readings over time.

Setting Start and Stop Thresholds

Defines the percentage thresholds for starting and stopping the averaging process.

Data Capture Rate (RATE)

Selecting Data Rate Level

Chooses between MEDIUM (80Hz) and HIGH (2000Hz) data capture rates.

Footswitch Configuration

Assigning Footswitch 1 Function

Assigns one of the five main key functions (MAX, UNITS, TXD, ZERO, RESET) to Footswitch 1.

Assigning Footswitch 2 Function

Assigns one of the five main key functions to Footswitch 2.

Communication Settings (COMMS)

Port Configuration

Sets up communication with peripheral devices, including unit transmission and BAUD rate.

Transmit Units Setting

Controls whether the unit of measurement is included in transmitted data.

Transmit Sign Setting

Determines if a negative sign is transmitted for counter-clockwise readings.

Baud Rate and Terminal Settings

Configures the Baud rate and terminal characters (NULL, CR, LF) for communication.

Line Delay and TX Threshold

Sets a line delay and a transmission threshold percentage for data output.

Transmission Method

Selects the method of transmission: RS232, Digimatic, or Dual.

Store Readings to Memory

Configures the device to store readings in internal memory by pressing the TXD key.

Send Data from Memory

Transmits all stored load readings to a peripheral device.

Clear Memory

Erases all stored data from the internal memory.

Calibration and Diagnostics

Checking Torque Sensor Status

Provides methods to check the torque sensor's condition, especially after an overload.

Diagnostic Test Screen

Accesses the torque sensor diagnostic test screen for detailed information.

Max Display Lock

Locking Max Display Mode

Prevents changes to the Max display mode by locking it.

Units Lock

Locking Units of Measurement

Prevents changes to the selected unit of measurement by locking it.

Backlight Control

Activating Display Backlight

Enables or disables the backlight for the Tornado display.

Auto Power Off

Configuring Auto-Off Timer

Sets the time for the Tornado to automatically power down to conserve battery.

Display Invert Function

Inverting Display Orientation

Reverses the display orientation for easier reading in certain handle positions.

Restore Factory Defaults

Setting Default Configuration

Restores the Tornado to its original factory default settings.

RS232 Communication and Configuration

RS232 Command Reference

Table detailing RS232 commands for configuring and querying the Tornado.

Command Response Details

Explains the responses to various RS232 commands like M, U, C, and @.

Option Explanations for ON States

Details the meaning of specific parameters when various functions are enabled.

Advanced Menu Flowcharts

Alarm Menu Flowchart

Visual guide to navigating the Alarm configuration sub-menus.

PLC Menu Flowchart

Visual guide to navigating the PLC integration sub-menus.

Password Menu Flowchart

Visual guide to navigating the Password protection sub-menus.

Freeze Display Flowchart

Visual guide to navigating the Freeze display configuration sub-menus.

% TAMP EV Flowchart

Visual guide to navigating the Tamper-Evident Testing sub-menus.

Average/Time Flowchart

Visual guide to navigating the Average/Time calculation sub-menus.

Rate Menu Flowchart

Visual guide to navigating the Data Capture Rate sub-menus.

Footswitch 1 Flowchart

Visual guide to assigning functions to Footswitch 1.

Footswitch 2 Flowchart

Visual guide to assigning functions to Footswitch 2.

COMMS Menu Flowchart

Visual guide to navigating the Communication settings sub-menus.

Calibration Menu Flowchart

Visual guide to navigating the calibration and diagnostic sub-menus.

Max Lock Flowchart

Visual guide to navigating the Max display lock sub-menus.

Units Lock Flowchart

Visual guide to navigating the Units lock sub-menus.

Backlight Flowchart

Visual guide to navigating the Backlight control sub-menus.

Auto Off Flowchart

Visual guide to navigating the Auto Power Off sub-menus.

Invert Flowchart

Visual guide to navigating the Display Invert sub-menus.

Defaults Flowchart

Visual guide to navigating the Restore Factory Defaults sub-menus.

Dimensions

Side View Dimensions

Shows the height and depth measurements of the Tornado from a side perspective.

Top View Dimensions and Opening Range

Displays width, depth, and min-max opening ranges for different Tornado models.

Tornado Specifications

Range and Resolution Accuracy

Details the accuracy and resolution across various capacities and units.

Output Specifications

Details output characteristics for RS232, Digimatic, Analogue, and PLC signals.

Relay Description

Information about the solid-state relay, its PCB, and connection cable.

Electrical Specifications

Details supply voltage, input control, and output characteristics of the relay.

Water Resistance Rating

Specifies the IP54 water resistance rating and its conditions.

Adaptor/Charger Unit Details

Information on the primary and secondary specifications of the supplied mains adaptor/charger.

Communications Cables

Cable Part Numbers

Lists available interface cables and their corresponding Mecmesin part numbers.

D Type Connector Pin Allocation

Details the pin assignments for the 15-way 'D Type' communication connector.

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