TENSITRON TX-125, TX-1000, TX-5000 Operating Instructions Manual

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Model: TX-Series

Digital Tension Meter

Page 2 TX Series Operating Instructions

Sec 1. SAFETY AND MAINTENANCE

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 sub merge 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 Tensitron.

5. GUARD AGAINST ELECTRIC SHOCK.

6. MAINTAIN INSTRUMENT CAREFULLY. Protect instrument from water. Keep instrument 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 or damaged in any

way. Do not disassemble. Incorrect reassembly may result in the risk of electric shock, fire or
exposure to battery fluids. If instrument is damaged return it to Tensitron 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 40º F (5ºC) or above 105º F

(40ºC). Charging in direct sunlight or near a heat source will not produce a full charge and
may permanently damage battery pack. Unplug charger when not in use.

10. STORE INSTRUMENT AND CHARGER in a cool, dry place. Do not store where temperatures

may exceed 120ºF (50ºC) for storage times less than one month. The storage temperature
should not exceed 35ºC for storage times of more than one year. Never let LCD display or
battery pack assembly freeze.

11. WARNING: Only use battery pack assemblies pro vided by Tensitron with your meter (P/N:

TX-15). Other types of batteries may explode, causing personal injury and damage.

12. YEARLY CALIBRATION is recommended by Tensitron or sooner if the meter is worn,
damaged, or reading incorrectly. However, it is the responsibility of the user to establish a

suitable calibration interval, considering such factors as the user’s accuracy requirements,

requirements set by contract or regulation, and environmental factors such as frequency and
conditions of the meter’s use. Return instrument to Tensitron for calibration and service.

TX Series Operating Instructions Page 11

COPPER WIRE DIAMETERS

CONVERSION TABLE

Diame ters Diame ters
(nominal ) (nominal )

AWG

millim eter s

inches AWG

millim eter s

inches

25.0 0.455 0.01790 37.5 0.107 0.00421

25.5 0.429 0.01688 38.0 0.102 0.00396

26.0 0.404 0.01590 38.5 0.094 0.00370

26.5 0.381 0.01499 39.0 0.089 0.00353

27.0 0.361 0.01420 39.5 0.084 0.00330

27.5 0.340 0.01339 40.0 0.079 0.00314

28.0 0.320 0.01260 40.5 0.076 0.00299

28.5 0.302 0.01188 41.0 0.071 0.00280

29.0 0.287 0.01129 41.5 0.066 0.00259

29.5 0.269 0.01059 42.0 0.064 0.00249

30.0 0.254 0.01000 42.5 0.061 0.00240

30.5 0.241 0.00948 43.0 0.056 0.00222

31.0 0.226 0.00893 43.5 0.053 0.00208

31.5 0.213 0.00838 44.0 0.051 0.00198

32.0 0.203 0.00795 44.5 0.048 0.00188

32.5 0.191 0.00751 45.0 0.0447 0.00176

33.0 0.180 0.00708 46.0 0.0399 0.00157

33.5 0.170 0.00669 47.0 0.0356 0.00140

34.0 0.160 0.00630 48.0 0.0315 0.00124

34.5 0.150 0.00590 49.0 0.0282 0.00111

35.0 0.142 0.00561 50.0 0.0251 0.00099

35.5 0.135 0.00531 51.0 0.0224 0.00088

36.0 0.127 0.00500 52.0 0.0198 0.00077

36.5 0.119 0.00468 53.0 0.0178 0.00070

37.0 0.114 0.00445 54.0 0.0157 0.00061