NorthStar Slim Tach HS56 Instruction Manual

Instruction Manual

SLIM Tach HS56
Magnetoresistive Encoder

Designed for use in

0.625-1.125” (16mm-30mm)
Hollow Shaft Applications

NorthStar Technoogies, Inc. 791-1010-00 Rev.C 5 May 1999

NorthStar SLIM Tach® HS56 Instruction Manual

LIMITED WARRANTY

NorthStar Technologies, Inc. (henceforth NorthStar), the manufacturer, warrants this product for a period of twelve (12)
months from the date of shipment. During the warranty period, under authorized return component parts to NorthStar freight
prepaid, the company will repair, or at its option replace, any part found to be defective in material or workmanship, without
charge to the Owner for parts, service labor, or associated customary shipping cost. Replacement or repaired parts will be
warranted for only the unused portion of the original warranty.

This warranty is limited to NorthStar products purchased and installed in the United States. This same protection will extend
to any subsequent owner during the warranty period. It does not apply to damage caused by accident, misuse, fire, flood or
acts of God, or from failure to properly install, operate, or maintain the product in accordance with the printed instructions
provided.

THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, WHICH ARE EXPRESSLY EXCLUDED. THE
OWNER AGREES THAT NORTHSTAR’S LIABILITY WITH RESPECT TO THIS PRODUCT SHALL BE SET FORTH
IN THIS WARRANTY, AND INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARE EXPRESSLY EXCLUDED.

WARRANTY RETURN POLICY

If you experience any technical problems with NorthStar products, please contact our Technical Support Department at (614)
891-2245 from 8:00
6909, or email: [e-mail]. Please be ready to provide your customer number, item description, serial
number, invoice number, date of purchase, and the specifics of the problem.

A.M. to 5:00 P.M. Eastern Standard Time (EST), Monday through Friday, or in writing to fax: (614) 891-

A representative will attempt to solve your problem over the telephone by running a few diagnostics. If it is determined by our
representative in conjunction with the Customer that the product is required to be returned to NorthStar’s factory for warranty
repair, a Return Goods Authorization (RGA) number will be issued. For control purposes, only those items identified with an
RGA number may be returned to NorthStar. Please make sure that the RGA number is clearly marked on the shipping label.
Packages missing an RGA number cannot be accepted by our Receiving Department and must be returned to the sender
freight COD. Ship returned products to NorthStar PRE-PAID and insured for its full value.

EXPRESS SERVICE IS OFFERED ON ALL WARRANTY REPAIRS WHERE AN RGA NUMBER HAS BEEN ISSUED.
IF THE SAME WARRANTY PART THAT IS BEING RETURNED IS IN STOCK, NORTHSTAR WILL IMMEDIATELY
SHIP OUT A NEW REPLACEMENT PART, INVOICE THE REPLACEMENT PART AND ISSUE A CREDIT INVOICE
WHEN THE RGA NUMBER WARRANTY PART IS RECEIVED AT NORTHSTAR AND IS CONFIRMED TO BE A
WARRANTY REPAIR. NORTHSTAR WILL EXPRESS SHIP THE PRODUCT PRE-PAID,
METHOD BY WHICH THE WARRANTY PART WAS SHIPPED TO NORTHSTAR, (i.e., IF THE RGA WARRANTY
PART WAS SHIPPED OVERNIGHT, NORTHSTAR WILL SHIP IN THE SAME MANNER.)

There is a 15% restocking fee on all items returned for credit to NorthStar. This includes all items that are returned for
exchange. All replacement parts must be purchased before they are sent out to the customer. If credit needs to be issued it will
be issued upon the return of the product if the unit is in good condition.

USING THE SAME

TRADEMARK ACKNOWLEDGMENT

Many of the designations used by manufacturers and sellers to distinguish their products are claimed as trademarks. Where
those designations appear in this manual and NorthStar was aware of a trademark claim, the designations have been printed in



initial capital letters and the

SLIM Tach

®

is a trademark of NorthStar Technologies, Inc.

or ® symbol used.

Copyright © 1998 by NorthStar Technologies, Inc. All rights reserved. No portion of this manual may be reproduced, stored
in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or
otherwise, without the express written permission of NorthStar.

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Table of Contents

Chapter/Paragraph/Illustration Page

1 Introduction ....................................................................................................................................... 4

1.0 Safety Summary ................................................................................................................................... 4

1.2 General ................................................................................................................................................. 5

1.3 Description ........................................................................................................................................... 5

Figure 1: Customer Outline Reference Dimensions ..................................................................... 5

1.4 Specifications ....................................................................................................................................... 6

2 Installation ......................................................................................................................................... 7

2.0 Inspection and Unpacking .................................................................................................................... 7

2.1 Mounting the HS56 to a C-Face Motor ................................................................................................ 7

Figure 2: HS56 Anti Rotation Turnbuckle (Motor C-Face Mounting) ......................................... 7

2.2 Mounting the HS56 to a Motor with a Fan Shroud .............................................................................. 8

Figure 3: HS56 Anti Rotation Turnbuckle (Fan Shroud Mounting) ............................................. 8

Figure 4: HS56 Anti Rotation Turnbuckle (Motor with Fan Shroud) .......................................... 8

2.3 Electrical Installation ........................................................................................................................... 9

2.3.1 Quick Release Connector Hood Wiring ............................................................................................... 9

Figure 5: Sealed Industrial Latching Connector .......................................................................... 10

2.4 Returning Equipment to NorthStar....................................................................................................... 10

Methods and apparatus disclosed and described herein have been developed solely on company funds of NorthStar Technologies, Inc. No
government or other contractual support or relationship whatsoever has existed which in any way affects or mitigates proprietary rights of
NorthStar Technologies, I nc. in these developments. Methods and apparatus disclosed herein may be subject to U.S. Patents existing or
applied f or. N orthStar T echnologies, I nc. r eserves t he r ight t o add, i mprove, modify, or withdraw functions, design modifications, or
products at any time without notice. NorthStar shall not be liable for errors contained herein or for incidental or consequential damages in
connection with furnishing, performance, or use of this material.

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CHAPTER 1

INTRODUCTION

1.0 Safety Summary

High current, voltage, and rotating parts can cause serious or fatal injury. The use of electric machinery, like all other uses of
concentrated power and rotating equipment, may be hazardous. Installing, operating, and maintaining electric machinery
should be performed by qualified personnel, in accordance with applicable provisions of the National Electrical Code and
sound local practices. Failure to comply with these precautions or with specific warnings elsewhere in this manual violates
safety standards of design, manufacture, and intended use of the instrument. NorthStar Technologies, Inc. assumes no liability
for the customer's failure to comply with these requirements.

Rotating Machinery

Avoid contact with rotating parts. Avoid by-passing or rendering inoperative any safety guards or protection devices. Avoid
extended exposure in close proximity to machinery with high noise levels. Use proper care and procedures in handling, lifting,
installing, operating and maintaining the equipment.

Before Installation

Safe maintenance practices with qualified personnel is imperative. Before starting maintenance procedures, be positive that,
(1) equipment connected to the shaft will not cause mechanical rotation, (2) main machine windings have been disconnected
and secured from all electrical power sources, and (3) all accessory devices associates with the work area have been de­energized. If high potential insulation test is required, follow procedures and precautions outlined in NEMA standards MG-1.

Grounding

Improperly grounding the frame of the machine can cause serious or fatal injury to personnel. Grounding of the machine
frame and structure should comply with the National Electrical Code and with sound local practices. Check wiring diagram
before connecting power.

Do Not Operate In An Explosive Atmosphere

Do not operate the instrument in the presence of flammable gases or fumes. Operating any electrical instrument in such an
environment constitutes a definite safety hazard.

Keep Away From Live Circuits

Operating personnel must not remove instrument covers. Component replacement and internal adjustments must be made by
qualified maintenance personnel. Do not replace components with power cable connected. To avoid injuries, always
disconnect power and discharge circuits before touching them.

Do Not Substitute Parts Or Modify Instrument

Do not install substitute parts or perform any unauthorized modification to the instrument. Introducing additional hazards is
dangerous. Return the instrument to an authorized NorthStar Technologies, Inc. representative for service and repair to ensure
that safety features are maintained.

Dangerous Procedure Cautions

A CAUTION heading precedes potentially dangerous procedures throughout this manual. Instructions in the warnings must
be followed.

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