MTS Exceed® 22 Series

Manual Title
Operation Guide;
Additional Information

be certain.

100-301-882 B
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Original Chinese: 100-302-291 C

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MTS software is developed according to already established quality systems and hence up to ISO 9001 standards. As MTS
software is provided in binary format, users cannot make modifications. The software does not change over time. Many releases
are backward compatible, resulting in other authentication forms.

The operating status and authentication of MTS software will also be checked during system verification and hardware
calibration. These verification processes will compare the final testing results after statistical analysis with expected responses
based on verification standards. By relying on these proven methods, MTS can guarantee to its customers that MTS products are
in compliance with strict MTS quality standards at initial installation, and will continue to run with excellent performances with
the passing of time.

Serial No. Publication Date

100-302-291 A Jan 2015

100-302-291 B Oct2015

100-302-291 C Jan 2016

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Table of Contents
Technical Support
How to Get Technical Support - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 5
Before Contacting MTS Service Representative - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 5
Calling MTS - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 7

Preface
Before getting started - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 9
Document Conventions - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 9

Safety
General Safety Measures - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 12
Safety Practices Before Operating the System - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 13
Safety Practices During System Operations - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 16
Danger Labels - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 18

Introduction
About This Manual - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 20
Overview - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 21
Overview of mainframe and shield - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 22
Electric Coupling Plate - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 27
Control panel - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 29
Shield - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 30

Examples of Running Charpy Notch Impact Test

Overview - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 32
Safety Introduction - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 33
Mounting the Pendulum - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 35
Mounting the Support - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 36
Connecting Compressed Air - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 37
Power on the Mainframe - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 38
Reset Angle - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 39
Setting the parameters - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 41
Collecting Pendulum - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 44
Placing Sample - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 45
Impact - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 46
Release the pendulum - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 47

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Sample Loading on the Sample Holder- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 49
Placing the Sample Holder - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 51
Automatic Sample Transporting - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 53
Temperature Control - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 54
Test Running - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 58
Commissioning Status- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 59

Calibration
Overview - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 62
Measuring of energy loss due to bearing friction and air resistance - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 63
Measuring of energy loss due to pointer friction - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 64
Calibration of Temperature Sensor - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 66

Maintenance
Routine Maintenance List - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 68

Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 72

Stopping Use
Stopping Use - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 76

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Technical Support

How to Get Technical Support

Getting Started Using the Guide

The Guide contains most of the information required for the use and maintenance of the equipment. If your
equipment includes software, please check On-line Help and README files that contain additional
product information.
If you cannot get an answer to your technical question from those resources, you may contact MTS for help
by using Internet, E-mail, telephone, or fax.

Methods for Getting Technical Support

After the system is installed, MTS will offer a full range of support services. If you have any doubts about
the system or product, please feel free to contact our technical support engineers via any of the following
channel.

Technical Support outside the United States

To get technical support outside the United States, please contact local sales and service offices. For the list
of global sales and service locations plus contact information, please click Global MTS on MTS website:
www.mts.com > Global MTS > (Choose your region in the right column) > (Choose the closest site)

Before Contacting MTS Service Representative

If you can learn about the following information before contacting us, then MTS can provide supports to
you more efficiently.

Your Location Number and System Number

The location number includes your company number and marks the type of your equipment (material
testing, simulation, etc.). Before the system is shipped out of MTS, the location number is usually written
on a label and placed on the equipment. If you do not know the location number, please contact our sales
engineer.
If you have more than one MTS system, the system number is used to mark each system. You can check the
system number in your order file.

Learn about previous technical support information

If you have contacted MTS about this issue, please provide the following files so that we can find your
archives:
• MTS Service Code
• Service Engineer's Name

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Problem Verification
Before calling us for help, you should be able to describe the problem you are experiencing and know
answers to the following questions:
• How long has the problem been persisting? How often does it occur?
• Can you reproduce the problem?
• Did you make any changes to system hardware or software prior to the occurrence of the problem?
• What is the model of the equipment?
• What is the type of the controller?
• What are system configurations?

Your PC Information
Please provide the following information about your PC:
• Name of the manufacturer and PC model
• OS type and service patches
• System RAM Capacity
• Available space on the hard disk drive where applications are located
• Current state of hard drive fragments
• How the equipment is connected to corporate network

Your Software Information

Please provide the following information about your software applications:
• Name, version number, and build number of the software as well as software patch number; This information is
usually accessible via Help & About.
• Names of other applications installed on the PC, such as:
– Anti-virus software
– Screen saver
– Keyboard accelerator
– Keyboard accelerator
– Communication application

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Calling MTS
Before connecting you to the technical support experts, the call centre representative will record your call
and ask you about the following information:
• Location number
• Your name
• Company name
• Company address
• Phone number to reach you
Each new problem will be assigned with a unique notification number. If the question already has a
notification number, please provide the notification number.

Identifying System Type

In order for the call centre representative to connect you to the most suitable technical support expert,
please identify the type of your system as which of the following:
• Pendulum impact system
• Electromechanical material testing system
• Hydraulic material testing system
• Vehicle testing system
• Vehicle component testing system
• Aviation testing system

Preparing for Troubleshooting

Preparations before troubleshooting by phone call:
• Use a phone near to the system so that you can carry out operations step by step conveniently based on
our suggestions
• Have in hand the initial operating and application software.
• If you are not familiar with equipment operations, ask an experienced user to company at your side.

Recording Related Information

Please perform the following operations in case our technical support engineer calls you back:
• Confirm the notification number
• Record the name of your technical support engineer
• Record any special guidance.

After Your Call

MTS will log your call and track all calls to ensure that you have received the help necessary to address
your problems and issues. If you have any doubts regarding the status of the problem or have additional
information to report, please contact our technical support engineers again while providing your initial
notification number.

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 Preface

Preface

Before getting started

Safety First!

Before using MTS products or systems, please carefully read the safety information attached to the product
or system. Improper installation, operations, or maintenance may cause serious personal injuries and
equipment damages. So, please once again remember to carefully read and understand the attached safety
information for the system before proceeding to next chapters.

Other MTS Manuals

Except for this Manual, you may receive other manuals, in paper or via email.

You may also receive MTS system documentation CD-ROM that contains the electronic manuals relating
to the testing system.

The software CD-RO Musually includes manuals for controllers and application software.

Document Conventions

This section introduces conventions used in MTS manuals.

Conventions on Hazards

This Guide may contain hazard prompts, which cover safety information specific to operations to be
executed. Such prompts will appear right before steps or procedures that might lead to such hazards. Please
carefully read all hazard prompts and follow all instructions and recommendations. There are three levels of
hazard prompts in this Manual. The following gives some examples of each level.

DANGER:
DANGER indicates high risks, if neglected, that may cause serious personal injury or
property loss, even death.

WARNING:
WARNING indicates intermediate risks, if neglected, that may cause serious personal
injury or property loss, even death.

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NOTE:
NOTE indicates low risks, if neglected, that may cause intermediate or slight personal
injury or equipment damage, mayalso influence test integrity and accuracy.

Special Terms

Special terms will be presented in italics when appearing for the first time.

Illustrations

Illustrations in the manual are a description of the text. They are only examples only and do not necessarily
represent actual configurations of your system, applications.

Conventions on Electronic Version

This Manual is provisioned in PDF-based electronic version and can be viewed on any PC that has installed
the Adobe Acrobat Reader.

Hypertext Links

The electronic version contains a host of hypertext links displayed in blue. All words marked in blue in the
text, all items in the table of contents, and all index page numbers are hypertext links. If you click on a
hypertext link, the application will jump to the corresponding topic.

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Safety

* General Safety Measures - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 12

* Safety Practices Before Operating the System - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 13

* Safety Practices During System Operations - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 16

* Danger Labels - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 18

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General Safety Measures

If you are relevant to the system (that is, you are an operator, service engineer, or maintenance engineer),
you need to carefully learn relevant safety information before trying to perform any operations on the
system.
You should receive training on this system or similar systems, to ensure that you have fully understood
safety precautions relating to your equipment and the use of the equipment. In addition, you should also
read other Guides delivered alongside the system, to further learn about system functions. For details on
training courses, such as contents and dates, please contact MTS.
It is important for you to read the following safety information, to assure that your operations and system
working environment will not contribute to or cause hazards. Keep in mind that you cannot eliminate all
hazards of the system, so you should understand and remember all applicable hazards at all times. These
safety guidelines can help you understand and identify hazards such that you can develop appropriate
training and operating procedures and acquire proper safety gears (such as gloves, goggles, and hearing
protections, etc.).
Each test system is run in a particular operating environment, which includes the following known
variables:
• factors of the site (such as architectural structure, environment, and its functions);

• the customer's unauthorized modification of equipment;

• experience and professionalism of operators.

• Test Sample.

Because of the above variables and other possible factors, your system may work under unforeseen
circumstances that might contain unknown hazards. Incorrect system installation, operation, or
maintenance may lead to death, personal injuries or equipment/Sample damages. Common sense and
thorough knowledge of the system's performances may help you develop proper and safe operating
methods.

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Safety Practices Before Operating the System

Check all safety practices applicable to the system before powering on the system. The purpose of this is to improve the
safety awareness of all personnel relating to the system and observe and maintain the integrity of specific system
components through naked eye.
Read All the Guides

Prior to your first attempt to perform any system operations, you should read this Guide and all other Guides companying
the system. This will help you get a general idea of the system, so as to avoid possible hazards.
Locating Close/Switch Points

You should learn about the close/switch positions corresponding to each energy source of the system, including
hydraulic, gas, electricity, and water sources, to make sure these energy sources can be isolated from the system when
necessary.
Knowing Plant's Safety Processes

Most facilities have their own internal procedures and regulations as safety practices. You should learn about these safety
practices and apply them in daily system operations.
Learning Controls

When operating the system for the first time, you should run the system according to operating procedures without
powering the system on. Check all hardware and software controls, and understand their functions and what adjustments
should be made. If you feel fuzzy about any control functions or adjustment methods, please consult relevant information
until you have a pretty clear mind.
Getting First Aid Supplies Ready

Accidents may occur even if you are very careful. Please properly arrange the schedule of operators, to ensure that there
will always be properly trained personnel in the vicinity who can carry out first aids. Also, post the local emergency
contact information within the sight of system operators.
Knowing Potential Crush Positions

Know potential crush positions on the system, and keep personnel and equipment away from these areas.
Understanding Electrical Hazards

Minimize risks of electrical shocks after the system is powered on. Wear insulated coveralls and use fully insulated tools
for any electrical operations, and avoid touching bare wires or switch contacts. Turn off the power if possible before
operating or approaching any electrical system components. Abide by precautions for other high-voltage machinery.
Safe Distance of Irrelevant Personnel

Irrelevant personnel should be kept a safe distance from the equipment. When conducting tests, do not let any irrelevant
person to touch the Sample or equipment.

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Wearing Appropriate Outfits

Do not wear a tie, shop aprons, loose clothing, or jewellery, or let the long hair loose, to avoid them being
stuck into equipment, thereby causing personal injuries. Take off your loose clothing or jewellery, or tie
your hair up.
Emptying Combustible Liquids in Sample

Before installing the container or component, empty combustible liquids inside the container or component.
Where necessary, replace combustible liquids with non-flammable ones, to maintain an appropriate
proportion of weight and balance.
Check the bolt classifications and torques

In order to ensure product reliability, the torque of fasteners (such as bolts and connecting rods) in MTS
systems must comply with requirements specified. Due to high strengths and high pressures of MTS testing
equipment, the actual torque higher than or lower than the ratings could lead to dangers..
In rare cases, failures may occur even when fasteners are correctly installed. Faults often occur during
tightening, and may even occur several days later. Such faults may result in fasteners springing off at high
speed. As a result, on-site personnel are better to avoid being on a straight line with or under assemblies that
contain large or long fasteners.
Keeping Indoor Area Clean

Keep the floor of the work area clean. Do not leave any tools, facilities, or other items unrelated to the test
on the floor, system or accessories.
Protecting Hoses and Cables

Avoid cables to be overheated, as they can cause the hardening and, ultimately, failures of cables. Ensure
that appropriate strain relief apparatus is installed near cables and plugs of connectors. Do not use plugs of
connectors to release strain.
Avoid all system hoses and cables to get in touch with sharp or rough objects, as they may cause damages to
hoses or cables. It is forbidden to stampede or use heavy objects to press against hoses or cables. During
considerations of system layout and cabling, cables and hoses should be placed away from areas that may
cause damages to them.
Recording Changes Made

In the event that you make any changes to any operating procedures, record all changes made and the dates
when they are made in the Guide.
Test Area Protection

When testing hazardous Samples (such as crisp or fragile materials, or internally-pressurized materials), use
protective shells, such as cages, shields and special laboratory layout.
Do Not Disable Safety Apparatus

Your system may be equipped with active or passive safety apparatus. Do not disable such apparatus to
avoid unexpected system actions.

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Using Fuses up to Specifications

Whenever fuses of the system or power sources are replaced, ensure that a suitable fuse is used and
installed correctly. Fuses thicker or thinner than the prescribed specifications may lead to overheat of cables
and explosion of the fuse. And either case may cause a fire.
Providing Adequate Lighting

Ensure adequate lighting, to minimize the odds of mal-operations, equipment damages, and personal
injuries. Make sure to have a clear vision of all tasks.
Ensuring Equipment Stability

Ensure that the equipment is stable or has been installed with seismic isolation device. Some tests may
cause resonance to the equipment as well as shocks to and movements of the equipment.
Regular Inspection

During impact process, press Scram to check braking torque and respond speed, and check if there is
leakage in air circuit.

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Safety Practices During System Operations

Wearing Appropriate Personal Protective Gears

Wear goggles when operating the pendulum impact testing equipment or performing tests on fragile
Samples or on Samples that contain peculiar fragile parts.
If you may be exposed to liquids, chemicals or powders that irritate or damage the skin, the respiratory
system or eyes, wear personal protective equipment (such as gloves, boots, coveralls or respirators).
Test Area Protection

When testing hazardous Samples (such as crisp or fragile materials, or internally-pressurized materials), use
protective shells, such as cages, shields and special laboratory layout.
Sample Temperature Changes

During cyclic testing, the Sample may catch fire due to overheating. So, you need to wear personal
protective gears, such as gloves, when handling Samples.
Handling chemicals safely

When using or handling chemicals (such as cleaning fluids, hydraulic oil, batteries, contaminated parts,
electro-hydraulic solutions, or maintenance wastes), first consult the MSDS document corresponding to the
concerned material, and then adopt measures and devices suitable for the safe handling and use of the
chemical. Ensure that chemicals are handled appropriately.
Do Not Interfere with Encoder

When the power is switched on, do not crash, swing, adjust, disconnect, or otherwise interfere with the
encoder or its cables.
Ensure cable safety

Do not make any changes to cable connections when the system is powered on. Changing cable
connections during equipment operations may lead to fast, abnormal system responses. In addition, make
sure that all cables are properly connected after you have made any changes to system configurations.
Remaining Vigilant

Avoid working for long time without taking rests. Also, try not to do repetitive, unchanging or monotonous
work over long periods, as this may easily cause accidents or hazards. If you are over familiar with the
work environment, you tend to overlook potential hazards in the environment.
Avoiding Moving Equipment/Crush Points

Keep clear of mechanical linkage devices, connection cables, and moving hoses, as you may be caught,
squeezed, or wrapped therein, or dragged by their movements. Forces generated by the system can pinch,
cut or crack any object by which the system passes, causing serious injuries. So, avoid all potential crush
points. Most test systems can produce sudden, strong movements. Do not think that your reaction is fast
enough to keep you from any dangers in the case of system failures.

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Do Not Use RF Transmitter

Ensure that workstation PCs, remote terminals, and electronic consoles are far away from the radio
frequency (RF) transmitter. Strong RF electromagnetic fields can make sensitive circuits of the system
unstable.

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Danger Labels
The following table lists labels that are affixed on the equipment.

Danger Labels

Label Description
Indicates that you need to read and understand instructions
before starting, operating, or maintaining the equipment.

Indicates the vertical lifting device.

Indicates that the equipment has no maintenance tools that

can be utilized by customer.

Indicates splashes, which may easily injure eyes, so you need

to wear goggles.

Indicates the presence of moving parts. Moving parts may

squeeze or cut objects, so your hands need to keep clear of
them.

Indicates that the equipment may easily tip. When the

equipment is tilted, use support frame.

The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment symbol

indicates that controllers and other electronic components
cannot be discarded like unsorted municipal waste. They can
be recycled only by accredited electrical waste recycling
institutions. For EC customers, if you want to return the
scrapped controllers and other electrical components, please
contact the local MTS sales/service office for guidance.

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Introduction

* About This Manual - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 20

* Overview - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 21

* Overview of mainframe and shield - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 22

* Electric Coupling Plate - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 27

* Control panel - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 29

* Shield - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 30

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About This Manual

About This Manual

This guide is an operation guide of E22 metal pendulum impact tester:

• Mainframe Overview

• Detailed instructions showing examples for how to run typical test

• Detailed instructions for measuring power loss

This manual does not involve content relating to installation, calibration, commissioning and adjustment of
the equipment, nor does it involve content related to the on-site service engineer and testing engineer.

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 Overview

Overview

Serial Item Description

No.

1 Mainframe and shield of The pendulum impact tester is used for testing the
MTS E22 series impact resistance of testing materials.

2 Control box Control box can set the testing parameters,

calculate data, print testing data and communicate
with the software.

3 Automatic Sample Automatically transmit samples for low

Transporting Device temperature test.

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Overview of mainframe and shield

Overview of mainframe and shield

The mainframe includes a large base and standoffs. The pendulum shaft is in simple beam structure, with
good stress-bearing capabilities. The rear end of the pendulum shaft is connected to the encoder to precisely
measure the angle of pendulum impact. The front end of the pendulum is connected to the brake to rapidly
and effectively brake the pendulum.

Important:
Please abide by all danger and warning prompts attached to the machine.

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 Overview of mainframe and shield

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Overview of mainframe and shield

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Exceed 22 Series Parts

Serial Name Description
No.
1 Pendulum hanging/release Driven by an air cylinder, it can hang the pendulum or
apparatus release it at the time of impact.

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 Overview of mainframe and shield

Exceed 22 Series Parts

Serial Name Description
No.
2 Braking apparatus It can lock and fasten the pendulum into place at any
position as a safety and protection measure. In the
event that the protective apparatus is opened, the
safety pin is extended or the equipment is powered off
unexpectedly, the brake will instantly lock the
pendulum apparatus.
3 Dial Printed with the angle and power scale.
4 Pointer Indicates the lift angle and impact-absorbing power
after the pendulum impacts.
5 Sample recovery device The structure of the conveyor belt allows for the
recovery of samples. A guiding device is set inside the
shield, allowing the device to fall onto the conveyor
belt. By setting the amount of power expected to be
absorbed, the equipment can automatically
differentiate between the samples based on the power
that the sample can absorb.
6 Clamps Vertical to the horizontal bearing surface, it's used to
bear the impact force exerted onto the sample by the
pendulum.
7 Sample mounting plate The horizontal bearing surface is used for sample
placement.
8 Anvil block The device used to install clamps and the sample
support plate.
9 Sizing block of the machine The device used to both support the mainframe and
tool adjust the level of the mainframe.
10 Reference plane The base reference plane used to adjust the level of
the mainframe.
11 Approach switch Inspects whether the pendulum reaches the expected
angle when the pendulum is being operated.
12 Safety pin The extended safety pin acts as a safety measure
when the pendulum is hanging during maintenance
and commissioning.

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Overview of mainframe and shield

Exceed 22 Series Parts

Serial Name Description
No.
13 Pendulum apparatus The apparatus directly impact the sample, having a
round pendulum mass connected to a pendulum shaft,
is able to be replaced, and has three kinds of power:
450J, 300J and 150J.
Warning:
The pendulum is a device that swings
and impacts under the effect of gravity;
incorrect installation or operation may
lead to dangerous situations wherein
the device or sample is damaged, and
even cause serious injuries or death to
the personnel;
all parts of the body shall be kept clear
of the swinging area of the pendulum.
14 Access control switch Inspects whether each shield is closed.
15 Dial shield Prevents the pointer from causing personal injuries
during impact.
16 Automatic Transmission Automatically transmit samples for low temperature
Apparatus test.
17 USB Port Insert USB and export data.
18 Touch screen Displays the data and sets the parameters.
19 Control panel Action execution button, emergency stop switch,
commissioning and option switch, etc...
20 Impact button The button to trigger impact.
21 Sliding door(Unavailable in After the door is opened, you can place the sample,
automatic sample transport commission the clamps support, etc...
options)
22 Motor of the speed reducer The conveyor system of the main frame is located atop
the back of main frame. The driving motor is connected
to the pendulum shaft via the two-stage speed reducer
and the clutch. When the clutch is released, the
pendulum shaft can rotate freely. When the pendulum
is powered on and drawn, the motor can cause the
pendulum to rotate.
23 Encoder Reads the current angle of the pendulum.
24 Electric cabinet The apparatus where electric components are located.
25 Power switch Pressure reducing valve of the filter
26 Power switch Controls the power source of the mainframe.
27 Air circuit port Port connecting the air circuit.
28 Connection port The port connecting to the PC.
29 Power outlet Power line socket.

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 Electric Coupling Plate

Electric Coupling Plate

The MTS Exceed 22 series metal pendulum impact tester uses 220-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz AC power.

Warning:
Make sure that the power has been switched off before connecting cables.
Pay special attention when connecting cables. Make sure the cables are correctly and solidly
connected. After connections, check for a second time, to ensure all components are correctly
connected.

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Electric Coupling Plate

Description of Electric Coupling Plate Port

Serial Name Description

No.

1 Power outlet Connected to the power line via this port.

2 Printer Port Connected to the printer via this port.

3 Port for sample Connected to the sample recovery motor via this port.
recovery motor

4 Ethernet port Connected to the PC via this port.

5 The communication Connected to the automatic transmission device via

port for automatic this port.
transmission

6 Temperature Connect the temperature sensor in the automatic

sensor port transmission via this port.

7 Air source inlet Connected into the LUC via filter outlet.

8 Air source outlet Connected to automatic transmission apparatus via this

port(unavailable without the automatic transmission
option)

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 Control panel

Control panel
Control box can set the testing parameters, calculate, record, store and print testing data, and communicate
with the software.

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Control panel

Serial Functions Description

No.

1 Dial Printed with scales of power and angle

2 Pointer Indicates the angle and power

3 Pointer rod After pressing, the pointer can be rotated.

4 Touch screen Triggers the action, reads the data and sets the
parameters

5 Touch screen Triggers the action, reads the data and sets the
parameters

6 Reset Puts the pendulum in a vertical position and sets to zero

7 Collecting Pendulum Rotate the pendulum to the position of the pre-set

elevation angle and hang it using a hook

8 Impact Release the hanging pendulum to impact the sample

9 Emergency stop Pressing the emergency stop will cut the power of the
motor and initiate braking

10 Release the pendulum Rotate the hanging pendulum to a vertical position

11 Key selector switch during Rotating it during commissioning

commissioning

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Shield

Shield
A MTS Exceed series plastic pendulum tester is equipped with a shield, to effectively separate test areas
and offer safety protection.

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 Examples of Running Charpy Notch Impact Test

Examples of Running Charpy

Notch Impact Test

* Overview - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 32

* Safety Introduction - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 33

* Mounting the Pendulum - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 35

* Mounting the Support - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 36

* Connecting Compressed Air - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 37

* Power on the Mainframe - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 38

* Reset Angle - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 39

* Setting the parameters - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 41

* Collecting Pendulum - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 44

* Placing Sample - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 45

* Impact - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 46

* Release the pendulum - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 47

* Print or Export Data - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 48

* Sample Loading on the Sample Holder - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 50

* Placing the Sample Holder - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 52

* Automatic Sample Transporting - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 53

* Temperature Control - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 54

* Test Running - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 58

* Commissioning Status - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 59

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Overview

Overview
This chapter explains how to run a typical Charpy impact test using the typical system in the Introduction
(P. 19).
The is a simple beam test using impact energy: 450J, execution standard: ISO 148, sample
specification:55mm x 10mm x 10mm.

Important:
During the impact test, the sample may crack or splash. MTS suggests that the safety shield should be
equipped and used during any type of impact test to ensure the highest level of safety possible.
Ensure the equipment is operated ONLY by qualified and trained personnel. All bystanders should
keep away from the equipment when it is in operation.

Preparation Steps

1. Safety Introduction (P. 33)

2. Mounting the Pendulum (P. 35)

3. Mounting the Support (P. 36)

4. Connecting Compressed Air (P. 37)

5. Power on the Mainframe (P. 38)

6. Reset Angle (P. 39)

7. Setting the parameters (P. 41)

Short-cuts

1. Collecting Pendulum (P. 44)

2. Placing Sample (P. 45)

3. Impact (P. 46)

4. Release the pendulum (P. 47)

5. Print or Export Data (P. 48)

6. Sample Loading on the Sample Holder (P. 50)

7. Placing the Sample Holder (P. 52)

8. Automatic Sample Transporting (P. 53)

9. Temperature Control (P. 54)

10. Test Running (P. 58)

11. Commissioning Status (P. 59)

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 Safety Introduction

Safety Introduction
Become familiar with the following information:
• Impact Zone

Warning:
The impact zone exists within the swinging range of the pendulum; namely, within the
range of the shield.
The pendulum is an apparatus that will swing and make impact under the effect of gravity,
and therefore possesses a determined impacting force, hitting any object within its
swinging range. All body parts must be kept clear of the swinging range of the pendulum.

• Emergency stop button

• Press the Emergency Stop button to cut the motor power and stop testing. Twist the Emergency
Stop button clockwise to release the Emergency Stop. In the event of an emergency, use the
Emergency Stop switch to stop your test.

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Safety Introduction

• Safety shield

The shield is equipped with an access control switch. When any door of the shield is opened, it will stop the
test and hold the pendulum in whatever position it was in at the time.

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 Mounting the Pendulum

Mounting the Pendulum

Plug
Pendulum

M8 Bolt Pendulum shaft

Blade
Screw
Pressing Block

Support Frame

The MTS Exceed 22 Series metal pendulum is provided with three kinds of power, namely, 450J, 300J,and
150J.In accordance with the standard requirements, the power consumed for thrusting the sample should be
between 10%-80% of the maximum energy of the pendulum. When there are pendulums with several
specifications, the pendulum that utilizes a large amount of power is recommended for the test.
★ Note: The installation direction of the pendulum is shown in the following figure.
★ Note: After the pendulum is installed, be sure to check that it is installed correctly; otherwise, it can lead
to serious consequence.
★Note: You are prohibited from adding or reducing the number of parts and components on the pendulum;
doing so will change to the pendulum's parameters and affect the test results.

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Mounting the Support

Mounting the Support

Clamps

Span alignment block

Impact Blade

Pendulum

MTS Exceed 22 Series metal pendulum is provided with two kinds of clamps, those being ISO/GB and
ASTM. In accordance with the test requirements, install the appropriate clamps and adjust the span.

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 Connecting Compressed Air

Connecting Compressed Air

Relief Valve

Air Source Inlet

Inert the compressed air hose (Dia. 8mm) to the air inlet connector.
The equipment is using 0.4-0.8MPa compressed air. Pressure can be adjusted to range value via reducing
valve if the compressed air source exceeds the range.

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Power on the Mainframe

Power on the Mainframe

The power switch position I: power on to start the testing equipment.

The power switch position O: power off to turn off the testing equipment

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 Reset Angle

Reset Angle
After the testing equipment is started, wait for 15s, and then enter the main interface of the touch screen and
set the language. To ensure the safety and correctness of test data, the equipment should perform clearing
action every time it's started. As shown in the following figure, touch Reset (or click the (Reset) button at
the control panel), the testing equipment will perform the clearing action. When the pendulum is at the
vertical position and the angle has no change, the testing equipment sets this angle as zero degree.

Touch the Reset (or click the Reset button on the control panel), the testing equipment will perform the
clearing action. When the pendulum is at the vertical position and the angle does not change, the testing
equipment sets the angle at zero degree.

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Reset Angle

After the clearing action is finished, enter the main interface of the touch screen where you can choose each
operation interface to operate.

When equipped with automatic sample transmission option, and after the clearing action is finished, enter
the main interface of the touch screen where you can choose each operation interface to operate.

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 Setting the parameters

Setting the parameters

Before the test, check that the test parameters are consistent with test conditions; otherwise, it will lead to
incorrect test results.
Select and enter the Parameter Settings interface:

Enter the parameters into the corresponding boxes for such things as sample specifications and pendulum
power.

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Setting the parameters

The sample specifications are shown in the following diagram:

Sample Width
Notch depth

Sample length

Sample height

Tap System Parameters to go into the surface, then enter the energy used by the pendulum and the
compensation value of energy loss.

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 Setting the parameters

Tap Pointer Parameters to go into the surface, then select Use Pointer or No Pointer mode:
No Pointer: A test method which no pointer is used during the impact test process. In the case where no
pointer testing method is used, system will only include the air and bearing induced energy loss and exclude
the pointer friction-induced energy loss when calculating the absorbing energy. Tap and press No Pointer
icon can switch to No Pointer testing method. In the case where no pointer testing method is used, system
will include the air and bearing-induced energy loss and pointer friction-induced energy loss when
calculating the absorbing energy, as illustrated above. In the case where a pointer is used, touch the bottom
of the screen and it will display Pointer icon, and it will disappear when no pointer is used.

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Collecting Pendulum

Collecting Pendulum
The principle of the pendulum impact test is to place the notch sample with a specified geometric shape
between two supports on the testing equipment, with the notch facing away from the impact. When the
sample is hit by the pendulum, the energy absorbed by the sample is measured.

Warning:
The pendulum is a device that swings and causes impact under the effect of gravity.
Incorrect installation or operations may lead to dangers, which may further cause damages
to your equipment and Sample and even serious personal injuries or deaths.
All body parts must be kept clear of the swinging area of the pendulum.

After the clearing action is finished, switch the touch screen to the Main Control interface, touch the Move
Pendulum icon (or click the Move Pendulum button on the control panel) to rotate the pendulum counter-
clockwise and to have it hanging from the hanging device position when it's rotated to the pre-set angle.

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 Placing Sample

Placing Sample
After the pendulum is done moving and is left hanging, open the sliding door of the shield, and place the
sample onto the support clamps. The Charpy notch sample needs to be placed on the clamp support with a
clamp. The sample clamp has a sample alignment function. After the sample is placed, shut the sliding
door.
★ Note: Both sides of the sample should be close to the clamps and support. When the clamp is loosened,
the position of the sample should not change.
Do not use your hands to place the sample during testing

Sample Clamp

Clamps

Sample mounting plate

Sample

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Impact

Impact
The impact step is an important step in impact testing. Place the sample, shut the sliding door and touch the
Impact icon (or click the Impact button on the control panel, the Impact button on the sliding door); the
pendulum will rotate around the shaft to impact the sample under the effect of gravity. The equipment will
calculate the absorbing energy of the sample and display on in the touch screen.

Warning:
The pendulum is a device that swings and causes impact under the effect of gravity.
Incorrect installation or operations may lead to dangers, which may further cause damages
to your equipment and Sample and even serious personal injuries or deaths.
All body parts must be kept clear of the swinging area of the pendulum.

After the impact, the pendulum will automatically return to its hanging state, remaining in that state until
the next test

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 Release the pendulum

Release the pendulum

After the impact test is finished, the pendulum will return to a hanging state When no more testing is
needed, rotate the pendulum to the vertical position. Touch the Release Pendulum icon (or click the button
Release Pendulum the control panel), and the equipment will turn the pendulum to the vertical position.

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Print or Export Data

Print or Export Data

In the main surface, tap Test Data to go into the Test Data surface, as shown below:

This surface displays 10 most recent test data of the sample test.
Next and Previous touch screens will display 30 groups of most recent test data, tap the icon to view
different pages of data.
Delete Data Delete all test data. System will prompt whether you want to delete all the data when this icon
is tapped.
Export Data Test data can be exported by inserting a USB drive in the equipment. Tap Export Data icon
and system will export all test data in Excel format by the order of date.
Tap Print Data icon to go into the data printing surface, as shown below:

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 Print or Export Data

Tap and press Auto/Manual icon to select printing mode. Tap the bottom of the screen and will show a
corresponding icon.
Auto Print Mode: Test data will be printed after each test is completed. Press Pring Average Value if you
need to print average value.
Manual Print Mode: Tap Print Header to print the header of the printing template. Enter test data serial
number in appropriate blank. Tap Print Data to print selected serial test data. When required test data are
printed, tap Pring Average Value to print the average value of such group of test data.

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Sample Loading on the Sample Holder

Sample Loading on the Sample

Holder
Wipe up the Sample Align the notch with the set-square in the sample holder, place enough number of
samples and fasten down the pressing plate of the holder.
Sample Specification
Name Nominal Size/mm Tolerance/mm
Length 55 0.6
Height 10 0.11
10 0.11
Width 7.5 0.11
5 0.06

★ NOTE: Automatic sample transmission device has a high requirement to the sample size, therefore
make sure to comply with the requirement to the sample size tolerance during the sample processing, and
clean up the flash and burr.
★ NOTE: Make sure to wipe up the sample when performing the low temperature test, otherwise its may
result in frozen samples in the cooling chamber, thus affecting the sample transmission.

Scale Set-square Sample Pressing Plate

Place Samples on the Sample Holder

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 Sample Loading on the Sample Holder

1.5

Sample Screw Set-square

Adjust the holder according to different sample specifications

In case of different types of sample specifications, the set-square on the holder shall be adjusted as figure
above. Loosen the locking bolts on the set-square, adjust the distance between set-square and sample to
1.5mm, then fasten the bolts.

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Placing the Sample Holder

Placing the Sample Holder

Place the sample on the holder and place the holder in a fixed position.
★ NOTE: Scales are on the front of the holder, the two location holes on the bottom of which shall match
the two location pins on the base.

Sample Holder Holes Positioning on the Scales in front

Sample Holder

Place the Sample Holder

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 Automatic Sample Transporting

Automatic Sample Transporting

Tap Automatic Transmission to enter Sample Transmission surface, as shown below:

Tap the blank of total loaded samples, enter total number of samples required in the cooling chamber, then
tap Sample Loading icon. Specified number of samples on the holder will be transmitted into the cooling
chamber. Loaded Samples will on the upper right will display total number of samples loaded into the
cooling chamber. Sample Loading act as the same function to Sample Loading in the main control
surface.
Sample Transmission Transmit the sample in the cooling chamber to the impact position on the anvil
block, the tap Impact button to complete impact test. Or, you can also use Sample Transmission Impact
in the Main Control Surface to complete the impact.
Stop Stop sample transmission.
★NOTE: Cooling chamber can hold up to 30 pieces of samples, if the 30-piece capacity is reached, system
will not perform additional sample loading.
★ NOTE: When the samples on the holder are less than the pre-set capacity, system will first load of
samples on the holder, and will not perform loading when no samples are detected on the holder.

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Temperature Control

Temperature Control
Tap Temperature Control in the main surface to enter the temperature surface , and will display in the
touch screen.

Warning:
Sample remains a relatively low temperature during the low-temperature test. DO NOT
touch the sample and cooling agent circulation pipe with your limbs, or it may result in
cold injury.

Actual Temp.: Displays temperature in the cooling chamber;

Set Temp.: Tap the temperature on the right of Set Temp., then enter required temperature for the test;
Run: Tap Run icon to turn on the cooling system and initiate cooling process in the cooling chamber.
Stop: Tap Stop icon to stop running the cooling system.
★ NOTE: During low-temperature test, when cooling system is running, do not tap Run again when you
are to reset the temperature. The system will continue to run the cooling system with the set temperature.
Temp. Parameters: Tap Temp. Parameters icon to enter the temperature setting surface

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 Temperature Control

Tap the blank and enter relevant data.

★ NOTE: Such parameters are pre-set by the time of delivery, and shall not be changed at will. Otherwise
it will affect the control of temperature.
★ NOTE: When the equipment is running under low temperature, and cooling pipe remains a low
temperature. In order to prevent cold injury, DO NOT touch the pipeline without protective gear.
★ NOTE: When the equipment is running under low temperature, the levels of condensate water appeared
around the cooling chamber cover will vary from different ambient humidity.
★ NOTE: When low-temperature test is running, the duration of sample thermal insulation shall be no
more than 2 hours, otherwise samples may be frozen and lead to failed transmission.
★ NOTE: When low-temperature test completes, all samples in the cooling chamber shall be removed to
prevent sample from rusting and adhesion thus affecting the transmission. Also, this would prevent
condensate water from affecting next low-temperature test.
★ NOTE: Variation of ambient temperature has a substantial influence on temperature control. If
temperature is failed to be controlled, you may refer to description below to modify corresponding
parameters.

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Temperature Control

Parameters Description(Fig 1 below shows how it works)

Set Temperature Temperature Required

P Output amplitude ranging from the Temperature over-shoot endpoint after the switched
temperature difference and Temperature I

I The second switched temperature difference value next to the P value output. Take -
100 ℃ for example, when value I is set to 0.3, if temperature drops to -99.7 ℃ , the
system will stop outputting, after which the value will be 0; Value I is no more than 2.

D Output amplitude of temperature rise segment when temperature is below the set value.

SC Parameter The correction of temperature deviation, which is used to correct deviation between
instrument-measured temperature and surface-displayed temperature.

Switch Switch temperature difference is set to inhibit temperature overshoot. Once the
Temperature temperature drops to set temperature + switch temperature difference, the system will
Difference stop cooling until the overheat inertia ends. Take -100 ℃ for example, the switched
temperature difference is 7; The system cools down with 100% output=rate; so when it
reaches -93 ℃ (100+7=-93),system will stop cooling, in which case the output is 0,
until the temperature stops declining.

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 Temperature Control

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Test Running

Test Running
When samples are placed on the holder, you can perform sample loading, temperature setting, sample
transmission impact other than regular operations on mainframe control surface.

Actual Temp.: This value is the current temperature in the cooling chamber;
Set Temp.: Tap on the blank and enter test temperature required. When you set the temperature for the first
time, you need to enter Temp. Control surface and tap Run to run the cooling system. After the cooling
system starts running, resetting the temperature will directly run the cooling system to set temperature;
Thermal Insulation Time: The duration for which cooling chamber reaches the set temperature (20
minutes is recommended for standard storage of sample in the cooling chamber);
Sample Loading: Tap this icon and equipment will load samples on the holder to the cooling chamber.
When there is no samples or with 30 loaded samples, system will automatically stop loading.
Sample Transmission Impact: Tap this icon to transmit the samples in the cooling chamber to the anvil
block and perform impact operation.
Stop: Tap this icon and stop Sample Loading operation;
★ NOTE: Duration for thermal insulation will be reset when sample loading operation is performed. To
lessen the influence of sample loading to test temperature of the test, make sure to reload samples to the
cooling chamber after the sample impact is completed.
★ NOTE: When performing the low-temperature test, make sure to store the sample under pre-set
temperature for appropriate duration before the impact test is performed.

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 Commissioning Status

Commissioning Status
Rotate commissioning status selection switch key on the control panel to select commissioning status of the
equipment.

The equipment is under commissioning status when the switch key is turned to horizontal position.
A password window will pop up in the touch screen. Tap the blank and enter password 3499 to enter the
commissioning surface. Under commissioning status, the protective apparatus on the tester can be opened
for maintenance and commissioning. The tester can only collect and release the pendulum, other operations
will be invalid. Under commissioning status, the tester will not brake when the protective apparatus is
opened, and the pendulum is free to swing. When the pendulum is in hung position, make sure to stretch the
safety pin manually. Under commissioning status, a commissioning status icon will display on the bottom
the the touch screen, as shown below:

★NOTE: ONLY qualified and trained personnel are allowed to use commission status, which is mainly for
the purpose of mounting commissioning support, pendulum installation and tester inspection. When the
tester is under inspection and commission status, make sure to pull out the key and keep it safe and secure.

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Commissioning Status

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 Calibration

Calibration

* Overview - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 62

* Measuring of energy loss due to bearing friction and air resistance - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 63

* Measuring of energy loss due to pointer friction - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 64

* Calibration of Temperature Sensor - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 66

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Overview

Overview
The testing equipment loses power when impacting, including energy loss P due to pointer friction, as well
as the energy loss P' due to bearing friction and air resistance. In order to test the performance, it is
necessary to check the tester to calculate the energy loss.
When equipped with automatic sample transmission option, it is necessary to calibrate the temperature
sensor regularly to ensure the accuracy of testing temperature.

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Measuring of energy loss due to

bearing friction and air resistance
Tap Parameter Settings in the main interface to enter the parameter setting interface, then tap System
Parameter to enter the system parameter interface, as the following figure:

In the System Parameter interface, you can perform free pendulum energy loss calculation and setting of energy
loss compensation, pendulum power, second collecting pendulum impulsion and gravity acceleration.

Tap to set the free pendulum impact times in the blank, then press Impact. The system will automatically
calculate the value of free pendulum energy loss when it stops swinging.

Energy loss due to bearing friction and air resistance in the half cycle: dial the pointer to a place unreachable by
the pendulum. Let the pendulum complete 10 half cycles, and record the energy E when it completes the 11th
half cycle(when pointer reads energy, you need to adjust the pointer to 5% full scale of the dial when it enters the
6th cycle). Formula of calculating the energy loss due to bearing friction and air resistance:p = E/10

When not using the pointer, p indicates the energy loss, the relative error of energy loss during free oscillation of
the pendulum shall be no more than 0.5% of the maximum impact energy of the pendulum.

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Measuring of energy loss due to

pointer friction
Tap Parameter Settings in the main interface to enter the parameter setting interface, then tap Pointer
Parameter to enter the pointer parameter interface, as the following figure:

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After taking the pendulum, set the pointer to the maximum energy dial energy level. Press Start, and the
equipment will begin to test the energy loss caused by pointer friction. After the equipment completes the impact,
record the absorbed energy. Do not set the pointer. The equipment will perform a second impact and record the
energy absorbed. The difference between the two will be the energy loss caused by pointer friction. As shown by
the prompt in the following image, perform the action four times and average the data and record the data.

Energy loss due to pointer friction: set the pointer to Max. Energy on the Dial. Do not place samples on the
bearing. Perform the impact, and record the energy value E1 indicated by the pointer, then perform test again.
Record energy E2. Calculate the energy loss P caused by pointer friction during the ascending of pendulum with
the following formula: p=E1-E2. Repeat the steps four times and record the P value of each step. The average
value is the energy loss of the system pointer. Energy value is the Reset Difference, the maximum allowance
value of which shall be 0.1% of the maximum energy of the pendulum.

p+ p' indicates the energy loss, the relative error of energy loss during free oscillation of the pendulum shall be no
more than 0.5% of the maximum impact energy of the pendulum (P' is energy loss of the free pendulum).

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Calibration of Temperature Sensor

When equipped with automatic sample transmission option, it is necessary to calibrate the temperature sensor
regularly to ensure the accuracy of testing temperature. Clean the cooling chamber after long-term using.

Press the icon, and loosen the locking bolt, remove parts such as the shield, insulating layer, cover plate etc.

When calibrating temperature, thread the calibrated temperature sensor into the cooling room through the sample
holder opening, and stick a tape in the middle of the sample passage in the cooling chamber, then fasten the parts
(such as the shield) and start the temperature calibration.

Before tightening the cooling chamber, do wipe off the liquids inside the cooling chamber, then fasten the
parts(such as the shield).

Cooling Chamber Cover Lock the bolt

Cooling Chamber Cover Plate Insulating Layer

Cooling Chamber

Sample Holder Opening

Dismounting of Cooling Chamber

★ Notice: DO NOT open the cooling chamber at low temperature condition. Always open the cooling
chamber when the internal temperature rises to room temperature.

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Maintenance

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Routine Maintenance List

Recommended Services

Rated 8 hours of operation per day Daily Weekly Yearly

Operation-Hours 8 40 2000
Clean work area/equipment surfaces X*
Check energy losses X

Check whether the bearing jaw is in the middle X

Check cables/connections X
System Check

Check/adjust initial angle MTS

Check the brake performance MTS

Check cable connections MTS

System Inspection

Check limited weight of the pendulum MTS

Check pendulum swing cycle MTS

Main Unit and Working Area

Clean the main unit and working areas X

Calibrate the temperature accuracy of automatic X
feeding device of EAF1182 metal pendulum

* indicates that this maintenance task is carried out by equipment operator. Most steps require visual
inspection, to ensure not to interrupt normal operations of the tester. Such inspections can also be
completed by the local customer service engineers during routine maintenance visits.

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There are no customer-usable components on MTS Exceed system. Maintenance includes cleaning of main unit
and working areas, routine inspections, and main unit regular calibration.

WARNING:
Be careful not to spill cleaning agents on the equipment.
The equipment may be short-circuited and damaged if you accidentally spill
cleaning agents or fluids on electronic components. Therefore, do not spill
cleaning agents on the equipment or use liquids to clean the equipment.
Before cleaning or checking any components, first unplug power cords.

WARNING:
Follow recommendations and warnings of the manufacturer during use of
cleaning agents.
Incorrect use of cleaning agents may cause personal injuries
To avoid potential hazards, please follow manufacturer's recommendations and warnings
all the time.

General Cleaning

Clean the equipment based on needs. Use damp lint free cloth to clean the shield, base, bearings, etc. Where
necessary, mild detergents or agents can be used.
Monthly Maintenance

Check whether the brake function runs normally.

Annual Maintenance

Check the hanging rod angle, pendulum weight and swing cycle, and pendulum energy loss. This process
requires standards and devices that are not normally used in routine maintenance. Contact local MTS
service engineers for assistance.
Other Services

Main components need to be checked and maintained regularly, to extend their service life and enable them
to work in optimal conditions. These services are usually performed by local MTS service engineers. For
more information, please contact MTS.

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Troubleshooting

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Troubleshooting
The table below describes some of the basic troubleshooting problems and solutions.
Troubleshooting of Common Faults (part 1 of 2)
Fault Description Solution
The touch screen is not on or • Check whether power cord is plugged in.
displays incorrectly when the
equipment is powered on. • Check whether the voltage is within the predetermined
range.
• Check whether touch screen LUC is solidly wired, without
loosening.
No response from the systems • Frequency converter reports errors. Power off the device,
when the system is powered on power on again after 10 seconds.
and button is pressed.
• Device has not been reset.
• Check each shield if it is closed.
• Check air source if it is in proper condition.
Impact toughness in printed • Check whether thickness and width of sample are mixed
results is inconsistent with when entered into the software.
manually calculated result.
Test result is quite different from • Incorrect setting of pendulum specification.Go to
known sample toughness. Specification Selection surface on the touch screen and
enter appropriate pendulum specification.
• Incorrect setting of specimen specification.Go to
Specification Selection surface on the touch screen and
enter appropriate sample specification.
The printer does not work. • Check whether the printer is well connected to the LUC.
• Check whether the printer functions normally. For details,
see the product manual of the printer or contact the
manufacturer.
The control panel is not working • Communication cable is not well connected, please check
properly, or does not work. both ports on the cable.
• LUC is damaged, contact the customer service or depot
repair. Customers are not allowed to open on their own.
Clutch does not work properly. • Electric brush damaged. Replace brush.
• Clutch tooth surface damaged. Replace clutch.
Hook does not move. • Check if the air pressure is normal, and air tube is well
connected.
• Check if magnetic valve moves properly.
The brake cannot work normally • Check if the air pressure is normal, and air tube is well
connected.
• Check if magnetic valve moves properly.
• Check whether the brake pad wears out.

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Troubleshooting of Common Faults (part 2 of 2)

Friction exceeds tolerance • This may also be caused by dirt in or damages of the ball
bearing. In this case, remove the bearing and then clean or
replace it. Spray a small amount of WD40 versatile rust-
inhibiting lubricant before installation. Then, re-install the
bearing.
Cooling speed is too slow in the • Check whether cooling source(liquid nitrogen) is sufficient.
cooling chamber.
• Check whether cooling source(liquid nitrogen) pressure is
too low. Open the pressure valve and increase to 0.1Mpa;
• Check whether there is leakage in nitrogen circuit. If leakage
exists, cut off liquid nitrogen source and properly seal the
circuit.
• Check whether there is ice blockage in liquid nitrogen tank.
Replace tank if there is blockage.
Sample is stuck in cooling • Cut off the liquid nitrogen source, let the temperature in the
chamber. cooling chamber rise to indoor temperature. Then open the
cooling chamber and check whether the specimen is
properly stored.
• Check whether there is condensate water inside the cooling
chamber. Wipe up the moisture(if applicable) to prevent
sample from frozen again.

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Stopping Use
If you are about to move or no longer using the impact tester, please do follow the procedures below:
1. Remove pendulum.

2. Power off the system and cut off the air source.

3. After system's electrical devices are powered off, switch off the main power and disconnect all cables
and air source.

4. Disconnect all the cables and air source from the LUC.

5. Cover the tester with dust covers such as plastic film. Put the equipment at a well-ventilated location or
place a dehumidifier next to the equipment.

6. Put all accessories and operation manuals at a clean, dust-free place, like the toolbox.

WARNING:
Electrical components and parts may contain harmful chemicals and compounds.
Inappropriate handling of hazardous chemicals and chemical compounds could
cause harm or death to personnel, animals and plants. It can also cause water, soil
and air pollution.
If there are local regulations related to the disposal of hazardous materials, please
abide by these local regulations when handling and disposing of material.

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