Checkline ETMPB User Manual

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11.0 WARRANTY

ELECTROMATIC Equipment Co., Inc. (ELECTROMATIC) warrants to the original
purchaser that this product is of merchantable quality and conrms in kind and quality
with the descriptions and specications thereof. Product failure or malfunction arising
out of any defect in workmanship or material in the product existing at the time of
delivery thereof which manifests itself within one year from the sale of such product,
shall be remedied by repair or replacement of such product, at ELECTROMATIC’s
option, except where unauthorized repair, disassembly, tampering, abuse or
misapplication has taken place, as determined by ELECTROMATIC. All returns
for warranty or non-warranty repairs and/or replacement must be authorized by
ELECTROMATIC, in advance, with all repacking and shipping expenses to the address
below to be borne by the purchaser.

THE FOREGOING WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES,
EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE
WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR
PURPOSE OR APPLICATION. ELECTROMATIC SHALL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE
NOR LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGE, OF ANY KIND OR
NATURE, RESULTING FROM THE USE OF SUPPLIED EQUIPMENT, WHETHER
SUCH DAMAGE OCCURS OR IS DISCOVERED BEFORE, UPON OR AFTER
REPLACEMENT OR REPAIR, AND WHETHER OR NOT SUCH DAMAGE IS
CAUSED BY MANUFACTURER’S OR SUPPLIER’S NEGLIGENCE WITHIN ONE
YEAR FROM INVOICE DATE.

Some State jurisdictions or States do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental
or consequential damages, so the above limitation may not apply to you. The duration
of any implied warranty, including, without limitation, tness for any particular
purpose and merchantability with respect to this product, is limited to the duration of
the foregoing warranty. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied
warranty lasts but, not withstanding, this warranty, in the absence of such limitations,
shall extend for one year from the date of invoice.

ELECTROMATIC Equipment Co., Inc.
600 Oakland Ave. Cedarhurst, NY 11516—USA
Tel: [phone]/ Tel: [phone]/ Fax: [phone]

TABLE OF CONTENTS

01.0 Introduction ............................................................................................................. 0 02

02.0 Overview ................................................................................................................. 0 03

2.1 Operating Elements

2.2 Installing And Replacing The Battery

2.3 Turning The Power On and Off

2.4 Reversing The Display

2.5 Selecting The Unit Of Measure

2.6 Zero Adjustment of the Measuring Position

03.0 Removing and Re-Mounting The Filament Guide .................................................... 06

04.0 Taking A Measurement ............................................................................................. 07

4.1 Inserting The Process Material

4.2 Measuring

4.3 Removing The Process Material

05.0 Damping Mode .......................................................................................................... 08

5.1 Switching On The Damping Mode

5.2 Switching Off The Damping Mode

5.3 Changing the Damping Factor

06.0 Storing and Recalling Tension Values ....................................................................... 09

6.1 Storing Tension Values

6.2 Recalling Tension Values

6.3 Clearing Values Stored In Memory

6.4 Memory HOLD Function

6.5 Error Messages

07.0 Static Verication of Measuring Accuracy ................................................................ 12

08.0 Calibration ................................................................................................................. 13

8.1 Dynamic Calibration

8.2 Static Calibration

8.3 Error Messages

8.4 Restoring Factory Defaults

09.0 Specications ............................................................................................................ 17

Every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this manual. Electromatic
Equipment Co., Inc., assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions. Neither is any
liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of information contained herein.
Any brand or product names mentioned herein are used for identication purposes only,
and are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.

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10.0 Appendix - Replacing the Rollers / Ceramic Pins ...................................................... 18

11.0 Warranty .......................................................................................................................20

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1.0 INTRODUCTION

Three long, closely-spaced slender shafts with precision guide rollers or pins at their
ends combine with the latest in microprocessor technology to make this instrument top
choice for all limited-access, tension measuring applications.

Store up to 4000 displayed tension values in memory and statistics (Last, AVG, MIN,
MAX, MIN-PEAK, MAX-PEAK), which can be transmitted using the serial output
port.

Choice of miniature, high speed rollers for lament speeds up to 2000 m/min or non­rotating, ceramic pins for speeds to 6000 m/min. Uses part number ETMX or ETMPX
to designate model with ceramic pins.

Available Models - The standard series is also available with the following
modications. (Special calibration using customer supplied material.)

Model

ETMB-100 0.5 - 100.0 24 PA: 0.20 mm Ø

ETMB-200 1 - 200 24 PA: 0.20 mm Ø

ETMB-500 1 - 500 24 PA: 0.20 mm Ø

ETMPB-100 0.5 - 100.0 24 PA: 0.20 mm Ø

ETMPB-200 1 - 200 24 PA: 0.20 mm Ø

ETMPB-500 1 - 500 24 PA: 0.20 mm Ø

Tension
Ranges

cN

1.1 Unpacking

Unpack the tension meter and inspect it for any shipping damage. Notice of defect must
be led immediately, at the latest, within 10 days of receipt of the goods.

*Measuring
Head Width

mm

Calibration with

running filament

3. Unscrew and remove the GUIDE ROLLERS (2)

using the supplied open-end wrench (4mm jaw width).

Note: Should any of the three threaded studs be damaged,
replace it with one of the threaded studs supplied with the
new rollers.

4. Carefully screw the new GUIDE ROLLERS onto
the ROLLER SHAFTS.

5. Carefully tighten the new rollers with the open end
wrench until hand tight.

Note: When loosening or tightenng the rollers, steady
the roller bolt with the supplied screwdriver to prevent
the ROLLER SHAFTS from being twisted off.

6. Slide the FILAMENT
GUIDE up the roller
shafts in the direction
of the arrow.

7. Push the FILAMENT GUIDE upwards far
enough to ensure that the rollers do not rub
against the FILAMENT GUIDE and that
the process material can slide unhindered
from the FILAMENT GUIDE into the
roller grooves.

8. Tighten the SETSCREWS (2) with the
supplied screwdriver (1.5mm blade).

ROLLER SHAFTS

Ideal line

Delivery includes:

1 Tension meter
1 AC-adapter with 3 country-specic adapters (EU/USA/UK)
1 Open end-wrench (4mm jaw width)
1 Screwdriver (1.5mm blade width)
1 Operating Instructions
1 Carrying case

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10.0 APPENDIX - REPLACING THE ROLLERS/CERAMIC PINS

GUIDE ROLLERS (2x)

MEASURING ROLLE

2.0 OVERVIEW

You should regularly inspect the rollers to assure that they are running easily and
smoothly. You can replace the rollers yourself, as necessary, by following the directions
in this section. Please indicate the tension meter model and the serial number (given on
the rear side of the tension meter) in your spare-parts order.

Model ID

Model: 03/04
ETMB-100
# 400 - 88888

Serial number

FILAMENT GUIDE

R

ROLLER SHAFTS (2x)

Procedure

1. Remove the FILAMENT GUIDE by loosening
the SETSCREWS (2) using the
supplied screwdriver (1.5m blade width).

GRUB SCREWS (2x)

NOTE: Replacing rollers with
ceramic pins or ceramic pins with
rollers can only be performed at
the manufacturer’s facility.

2.1 Operating Elements

1 ROLLERS or ceramic pins
2 DISPLAY
3 POWER / ZERO key
4 MEM key
5 RECALL / HOLD key

2.2 Battery Management & Charging

The tension meter has a built-in rechargeable LiPo battery, which has been charged at
the factory. The tension meter can only be switched on if the battery has enough charge.
If the instrument does not power up or if the battery level indicator shows only one bar

after power-up the battery needs to be recharged.

NOTE: To ensure maximum battery life, avoid discharging it completely or charging it
frequently for short periods. The battery should not be stored for a prolonged time when
empty. After a maximum storage period of one year, the battery has to be recharged.

6 DAMP key
7 LEVER
8 FILAMENT GUIDE
9 USB output (for connecting
the AC adapter

2. Slide the FILAMENT GUIDE down the
ROLLER SHAFTS in the direction of the

arrow.

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Charging the Battery

NOTE: The battery must be charged at a temperature between +5 °C and

+45 °C. Before connecting the AC adapter, verify that the supply voltage is
correct (100 V – 240 V). Electromatic provides no warranty or liability for
damage resulting from the use of AC adapters from other manufacturers.

To charge the battery, connect the cable of the AC adapter to the USB output. When
the battery is fully charged, the battery level indicator will show 3 bars
The charging time is approx. 3 ½ hours. Battery overcharging is not possible.

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2.3 Turning the Power On and Off

Power On: Press the POWER key until the DISPLAY momentarily shows the tension
range and the software version, e.g. E 1.0, followed by random values or “0.”

Auto Power Off: The tension meter switches off automatically after
3 minutes of non-use.

Manual Switch-Off: Press the POWER key for 5 seconds.

2.4 Reversing the Display

When you shift the tension meter from the right to the left
hand, you can rotate the readings on the DISPLAY by
180°.

Measuring with the left hand:

If you would like to use the left hand for measuring, you should reverse the readings on
the DISPLAY to make them easier to read.

1. Tension meter switched off as described in Chapter 3.3.3.

2. Press and hold the DAMP and POWER keys until the DISPLAY shows the

readings the other way around.

Measuring with the right hand:

1. Tension meter switched off as described above

2. Press and hold the DAMP and POWER keys until

the DISPLAY shows the readings in the default
(right-handed) orientation.

2.5 Selecting the Unit of Measure

You can set the ETMB to the cN or g unit of measure, depending on the required tension
range. The default setting is cN.

1. Tension meter switched off as described aboveTo select the unit of measure:

2. Press and hold the RECALL and POWER keys until the new unit of measure

is indicated on the DISPLAY.

9.0 SPECIFICATIONS

Calibration According to factory procedure

Units of Measure cN / g, user selectable

Accuracy ± 1% FS* ± 1 digit (typical ± 0.5% FS*)

Overrange 10% FS*, without accuracy guarantee

Overload Protection 200% FS*

Measuring Principle Strain gauge bridge

Meas. Roller Deflection 0.5 mm, max.

Signal Processing Digital, 24 bit A/D converter

Damping Adjustable electronical (averaging)

Meas. Frequency Approx. 1 kHz internal

Display Update Rate 2x per sec.

Display 4-digit LCD, 11 mm high

Memory Average, last value, maximum, minimum, MAX

MIN

PEAK

Temperature Coefficient Gain: less than ± 0.01% FS*/°C

Converter Frequency 30 Hz

Temperature Range 10 - 45° C

Air Humidity 85% RH, max.

Auto Power Off Automatical after approx. 3 min. of non-use

Power Supply LiPo accumulator (60 h continouse use, 3 ½ h charging

time) and AC adapter 100 ... 240 V AC with country­ specic adapters (EU/USA/UK)

Housing Material Aluminium prole with plastic outer casing (PVC)

Housing Dimensions 197 mm x 58 mm x 47 mm (L x W x H)

Weight (net /gross) Approx. 340 g / 1250 g

*FS = Full Scale

ETMB Guide Rollers: ETMPB Guide Pins:

V - grooved

Standard 2000

Line Speed

m/min max.

Roller

Material

Aluminium

hard

chromed

V - grooved

Standard 6000

Line Speed

m/min max.

,

PEAK

Pin

Material

Oxide

ceramic

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