Cooper Instruments TX1000 Installation Manual

TX-Series

Digital Tension Meter

User’s Guide

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CONTENTS

1.0 SAFETY ...............................................................................................................................1

2.0 CHARGING INSTRUMENT BATTERIES ............................................................................1

3.0 OPERATION: QUICK START..............................................................................................1

4.0 ADDITIONAL TECHNICAL INFORMATION........................................................................2

5.0 FEATURES ..........................................................................................................................4

6.0 AVAILABLE OPTIONS FOR ALL INSTRUMENTS.............................................................4

7.0 SPECIFICATIONS................................................................................................................5

8.0 CUSTOM CALIBRATIONS ..................................................................................................5

9.0 FLOW CHART......................................................................................................................7

10.0 WARRANTY REPAIR POLICY ..........................................................................................8

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1.0 SAFETY

WARNING: When using cordless, electronic instruments, always follow basic safety precautions to reduce the risk

of fire, electric shock and personal injury.

READ AND SAVE ALL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE USE. Before use, ensure all users read and understand
this manual, as well as any labels packaged with or attached to the instrument.

1. KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT. Read this manual carefully to learn your tension meter’s applications and
limitations, as well as the potential hazards associated with this type of instrument.

2. AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS. Do not use your instrument in the presence of explosive
atmospheres (gaseous fumes, dust or flammable materials). Do not submerge your instrument in liquids.

3. USE THE RIGHT TOOL OR INSTRUMENT. Do not use this instrument to do a job for which it is not
recommended.

4. CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS. Inspect instrument before use. Check for any binding of moving parts,
improper mountings, broken parts and any other condition that may affect operation. Do not use a damaged
instrument. Tag damaged instrument “DO NOT USE” until repaired. For repair, send instruments directly to
Cooper Instruments.

5. GUARD AGAINST ELECTRIC SHOCK.

6. MAINTAIN INSTRUMENT CAREFULLY. Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil and grease. Do not

lubricate. All roller bearings are sealed.

7. DO NOT USE INSTRUMENT IF it has received a sharp blow, been dropped of damaged in any way. Do not
dissemble. Incorrect reassembly may result in the risk of electric shock, fire or exposure to battery fluids. If
instrument is damaged return it to Cooper Instruments for repair.

8. STANDARD POWER SUPPLY IS RATED FOR 120 VOLT AC ONLY and must be plugged into an appropriate
receptacle. For input voltages between 100-240V, use power supply P/N: TX-15-PS-240.

9. DO NOT USE INSTRUMENT WHEN TEMPERATURE is below 40˚ F (5˚ C) or above 105˚ F (40˚ C). Charging
in direct sunlight or near a heat source will not produce a full charge and may permanently damage battery
pack.

10. STORE INSTRUMENT AND CHARGER in a cool, dry place. Do not store where temperatures may exceed
120˚ F (50˚ C) for storage times less than one month. The storage temperature should not exceed 35˚ C for
storage times of more than one year. Never let LCD display or battery pack assembly freeze.

11. WARNING: Only use battery pack assemblies provided by Cooper with your meter. Other types of batteries
may explode, causing personal injury and damage.

2.0 CHARGING INSTRUMENT BATTERIES

1. Connect power supply cable to instrument.

2. Plug the power supply into a 120V AC outlet (For input voltages between 100-240V use power supply P/N: TX­15-PS-240).

3. Full charge of battery assembly takes approx. 8 hours.

4. Battery pack assembly cannot be overcharged, however instrument will remain on while plugged into power
supply.

5. Full charged battery assemblies will operate approx. 9 hours +/- 20% depending upon usage.

6. Battery charge level is indicated in the upper right hand corner of display.

3.0 OPERATION: QUICK START

1. TURN UNIT ON by pressing ON button. Main display will indicate: Tension (in grams, Newtons, cN or lbs),
Material (with description of calibration selected), and Min and Max values.

2. MOVE BETWEEN SCREENS by pressing either the UP or DOWN arrows. To make or enter a selection,
depress the ENTER key. To exit a setting, depress the ESCAPE key.

3. ZERO THE INSTRUMENT before taking readings by pressing the key marked ZERO. When zeroing the unit

hold the instrument in the attitude in which it will be used, with no load or speed applied to the instrument.

4. READING OF TENSION. Variations in materials and diameters affect tension readings. It is essential to select
the correct material and size (whether it be AWG wires, Filaments, or Custom Materials) from the calibration

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