Checkline FGS-220VC User Manual
97591A
FGS-VC Series Motorized Stand
Operation Manual
Read Manual thoroughly prior to operation.
Use instrument only after reading the complete manual.
Follow all safety precautions.
Safety Precautions
Before Installation, Operation or Maintenance, be sure to read carefully this Operation Manual and use the
equipment as directed. Use the equipment after carefully reading all the caution items, safety information, and
other discriminations. In this User’s Manual, the Safety Awareness Items are divided into three different
categories: “Danger”, “Warning” and “Caution”.
Follow these precautions.
This symbol indicates if you ignore the contents mentioned and improperly
operate, it may lead to serious injury from a potential fire.
This symbol indicates a potential dangerous situation that could produce a
Serious injury if improperly handled.
This symbol indicates a potential situation that could produce a minor injury or
Damage to material if it is improperly handled. However, depending upon
the situation, there could be a possibility that it may cause more serious
results.
Prote ction categories are expla ined and sepa r a ted by the following s ymbols.
Proceed with Caution.
Not Allowed-Prohibited.
Mandatory-Must Follow
Warning
Heavy! Take sufficient care while
handling.
Ensure stand is placed on a flat, level,
stable surface that can support the unit.
Do not operate in areas where explosive
gases or vapors may be present.
Do not touch the running, inner parts.
Keep appendages and loose clothing
away from running, moving parts.
Caution
Fix object surely.
There is the possibility of damage.
Do not install in a high humidity
environment or near where water may be
present. Electric shock may occur if water
is encountered.
Hold power plug while removing the
power cord. Do not pull or put tension on
the cord. Doing so could result in cord
damage and electric shock
Never carry or move the FGS-VC with the
AC code.
There is the possibility of electric shock, a fire and
injury.
Danger
Warning
Caution
Warning
Disconnect from the AC outlet during any maintenance of the stand. Also, unplug when not
using for long periods of time.
May cause electric shock, a fire and injury.
Attention before using FGS-VC
Avoid the following.
Place where water, oil, or medicine may splash
Dusty locations
Places where condensation occurs
Places where explosive gases or ignition sources
are present.
Place where high vibration may occur
Places outside of operating temperature range.
32-104°F (0-40°C)
Cleaning with thinner and gasoline, etc.
Make sure the cable is not stuck in the stand.
Install the force gauge after turning off the power
switch.
Adjust the limit switches when the motor stops.
When digital force gauge FGV series is installed
Set "ovEr" in the F06 parameter, which is the parameter of Output Type.
If "ovEr" is not set, FGS-VC does not stop by the overload of the force gauge.
Confirm that the power supply is the
same voltage rating as the displayed
voltage rating on the unit
Do not plug AC connector with wet hand.
There is the possibility of electric shock.
Attention Safety
Index
1. Prior to use ................................................................................................................................................... 1
1.1. Procedure from the Installation of a force gauge to the measurement ............................................ 1
1.2. Confirmation of product packing ........................................................................................................ 1
2. Names of components .................................................................................................................................. 2
3. Names and functions of the operation panel ............................................................................................. 2
4. Setup ............................................................................................................................................................. 3
4.1. Installation of force gauge ................................................................................................................... 3
4.2. Connection of force gauge to the stand ............................................................................................... 4
4.3. Connection of PC to the stand ............................................................................................................. 5
5. Operation ..................................................................................................................................................... 5
5.1. Basic operation flow ............................................................................................................................. 5
5.2. Operation mode .................................................................................................................................... 7
5.3. Manual operation mode ....................................................................................................................... 8
5.3.1. MANU mode .................................................................................................................................. 8
5.3.2. JOG mode ...................................................................................................................................... 9
5.3.3. SING mode .................................................................................................................................. 11
5.3.4. CONT mode ................................................................................................................................. 14
5.4. Program operation mode ................................................................................................................... 17
5.4.1. PROG mode ................................................................................................................................. 17
5.5. Parameter setting mode .................................................................................................................... 21
5.6. Changing Engineering units ........................................................................................................... 23
6. Message of status and error...................................................................................................................... 24
7. Dimensions ................................................................................................................................................. 25
8. Specifications ............................................................................................................................................. 27
9. Troubleshooting ......................................................................................................................................... 27
FGS-VC
1
Cable to force gauge
1
Cable clip
1
USB cable (2m)
1
Hex-head spanner
1
Bolt (M8 x 8mm)
4
Socket bolt (M6 x 16mm)
2
Set screw (M6 x 20mm)
1
Washer
2
Manual
1
Confirm the parameter
setting of the force gauge
Install the force gauge.
Connect the cables.
Measure each mode.
Troubleshooting
Problem
1. Prior to use
1.1. Procedure from the Installation of a force gauge to the measurement
FGS-VC can measure various loads using Shimpo's digital force gauges which are FGV series.
Confirm the following procedures before use.
1.2. Confirmation of product packing
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No
Name
Description
1
Emergency switch
Emergency stops when pushing.
Push the switch when FGS-VC acts abnormally or a potentially dangerous
situation is occurring. Release the emergency stop to restart operation.
2
Speed key (up)
Increase or decrease the speed when pushing the up or down arrows of the
Speed key. If the up or down arrows are held, the speed adjusts continuously.
3
Speed key (Down)
4
MAX key
Push to override the current speed setting. The speed will instantly go to the
maximum capable of the stand. Once released, the speed returns to the
previous speed setting. This key only is functional in Manu or Jog modes.
1 2 3 4 5 9 7 8 10
11
12
6
Emergency switch
Measurement table
Lower limit knob
Force gauge plate
Upper limit Knob
Operation panel
2. Names of components
3. Names and functions of the operation panel
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5
MODE key
Change operation modes or function settings.
6
SET key
The indicated data is set when the key is pushed.
7
START key
Start the program mode operation
8
PUSH key
Move in the PUSH direction.
9
STOP key
Stop operation.
10
PULL key
Move in the PULL direction.
11
ZERO key
Clear distance in Manu and Jog modes.
Clear repeat time in Sing, Cont and Prog modes.
12
LCD display
Displays distance, speed and mode, etc.
In case of FGS-220VC
The force gauge is fixed to the stand.
The force gauge is set in the mounting plate.
Remove the mounting plate using the
hex-head spanner accessory.
Set the force gauge in the mounting plate.
Fix the mounting plate with the force
gauge to the stand using supplied bolts.
Main display
Sub display
Status display
LCD display
4. Setup
4.1. Installation of force gauge
Force gauge that can be connected with FGS-VC is FGV series.
Force gauges up to 100kgf are compatible with the FGS-220VC.
Force gauges up to 200kgf are compatible with the FGS-550VC.
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Parameter setting of the force gauge
Set the following parameters.
Measurement polarity: +
RS232C baud rate: 19,200 bps
Refer to the manual of the force gauge.
Connect to FGS-VC
Connect the force gauge to FGS-VC by the
attached cable.
Power on
Turn on the power of the force gauge.
Next, turn on FGS-VC with the power switch on
the back.
Confirmation of the connection
Display of FGS-VC as follows:
1. Indicates "FGS-220VC".
2. Indicates "MANU"(Manual Mode)
If the connection is wrong,
2. Indicate "NO FORCE GAUGE" in 3 seconds, then
indicate "MANU".
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4.2. Connection of force gauge to the stand
The connection and confirmation between FGS-VC and a force gauge is the following procedure.
If the connection is wrong, check:
Are the parameter settings of the force gauge correct?
Is the sequence of power on correct?
Is the cable correct?
If no problem, please contact our technical support.
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Personal computer
USB cable
Cable between FGS-VC and force gauge
Force gauge power
Turn on the power of the force gauge.
Keep hands, hair and jewelry away from stand when drive assembly is in motion.
May cause damage or injury.
FGS-VC power
Turn on the power of the stand.
Example. Tension test of a wire
A wire
Wedged chuck
Solderless
terminal
Separate hands from the force gauge and FGS-VC
movable parts.
Turn on FGS-VC.
Display appears as below:
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4.3. Connection of PC to the stand
FGS-VC can connect to PC for taking force and displacement.
The software is able to be downloaded from Shimpo's website free of charge.
Refer to the software manual.
5. Operation
5.1. Basic operation flow
The procedure of basic operation is described as follows.
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