Powerware ST-2400S user manual Calibration Procedure

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Calibration Procedure:

2.) The instrument has been moved (re-installed) from one dynamometer to another.

3.) The load cell of the dynamometer has been replaced, overloaded, dropped or otherwise mistreated.

4.) The power supply to the unit has been repaired or replaced.

5.) Prior to any measurements that require especially high accuracy.

6.) The instrument has been repaired, exchanged or replaced.

IMPORTANT NOTE:

The Model 2400S is a delicate instrument and should be treated accordingly. It should not be allowed to get wet, be exposed to excessive temperatures, dropped or subjected to excessive shock or vibration. It should only be used with an approved power supply.

It contains no user serviceable parts and no attempt should be made to repair or modify the unit.

If the unit is in need of repair, it should be returned to the dealer or directly to Ries Labs, Inc. for repair.

When it becomes necessary to check the calibration of the unit, follow the procedure below.

Calibration Procedure:

The Model 2400S horsepower computer uses quick and easy “push- button” calibration methods and can be calibrated using a variety of methods. Be sure to use the one that is correct for your dynamometer system and the calibration tools that are available to you.

Prior to attempting calibration, first verify that the 2400S is operating correctly using the ZERO and CHECK positions of the computer function switch. If the 2400S does not pass these checks, there is a problem with the unit and it should be repaired before any attempt is made to calibrate the unit.

Calibration of the Model 2400S is a simple, two step process:

1.) Set the ZERO calibration: The dynamometer should not be running and should be disconnected from the engine, tractor, motor, etc. The RPM reading should be exactly zero and the TORQUE reading should be fairly close to zero – especially if the unit has previously been calibrated to the load cell. If necessary, disconnect the load cell from

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Contents Manufacturered by Ries Labs, Inc 2275 Raven Road Farina, IL Phone 618 Model ST-2400S Horsepower Computer System User Manual In the USAeMail admin@rieslabs.com Star Test Dynamometer, Inc 712 Thistlewood Court Normal, IL Phone 309Table of Contents Description InstallationOperation Load Cell Rating Ft.-Lbs 2856 CHECK readings using Ft.-Lbs. & Horsepower10,000 3750Torque Set Switch Printer / Computer Interface Data Recording Software for the 2400S Dyno32 Software for the 2400S horsepower computerCalibration Setup Software for the 2400S 1. The instrument has been dropped or otherwise mistreated Calibration Procedure the torque arm of the dynamometer to insure that there is no force being applied to the load cell which would result in an inaccurate zero calibration. Remove the calibration access cover panel and set the calibration mode switch to the ZERO position. Also, be sure that the shunt resistor switch is set to the OFF position. At this time note that the RPM display of the unit should indicate “1111” and the POWER display should indicate “0000”. The TORQUE display indicates the TORQUE and should read near zero. If the torque indication is excessive plus or minus, the POWER display will read “EEEE” - which indicates that the zero offset of the load cell is excessive and that the ZERO calibration cannot proceed see calibration notes below. Otherwise, press and release the ENTER push-button switch to perform the zero calibration. At this point, the TORQUE display should indicate zero and the zero calibration procedure has been completed positive and negative torque to the unit and verify that the torque reading returns closely to the same value. A failure here indicates a likely problem with the dynamometer. Have the dynamometer checked by your dealer or dyno service person 128.3 Full scale Torque Ft.-Lbs45.3 K Ohm Shunt Resistor Torque 64.14NORMAL, ILLINOIS PHONE 309 In Mexico, Central & South America E-MAIL ADMIN@RIESLABS.COMIn Case of Difficulty In the USA STAR TEST DYNAMOMETER, INC 712 THISTLEWOOD COURTPower LED comes ON ProblemThere is likely no power to the unit. Check the power supply Power LED is not litthe horsepower computer checked the RPM sensor connector to be sure that it is tight. Checkthe cable from the RPM pickup to the horsepower computer Check the power supply to the horsepower computer. Have