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Manufacturers of Precision Instruments
INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE
WITH ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST
TENSION SENSATER LOAD CELL
P/N E80
Part Number TW561
Manual TW561 contains 8 pages as follows:
Cover and Front Material ............. February 1981
Pages 3 through 6 .................. February 1981
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marks of their respective owners.
Information in this manual is subject to change without notice.
IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE
Proper service and repair is important to the safe, reliable operation of all M/D TOTCO equipment.
The service procedures recommended by M/D TOTCO and described in the technical manuals are
recommended methods of performing service operations. When these service operations require
the use of tools specially designed for the purpose, those special tools should be used as recom-
mended. Warnings against the use of specific service methods that can damage equipment or
render it unsafe are stated in the manuals. These warnings are not exclusive, as M/D TOTCO
could not possibly know, evaluate and advise service people of all conceivable ways in which ser-
vice might be done or of all possible associated hazardous consequences. Accordingly, anyone
who uses service procedures or tools which are not recommended by M/D TOTCO must first sat-
isfy themselves thoroughly that neither personnel safety nor equipment safety will be jeopardized
by the method selected.
February 1981
M/D TOTCO
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III
LIMITED PRODUCT WARRANTY
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supplied by the Company that such products are, at the time of delivery to the Purchaser, free of material and
workmanship defects, subject to the following exceptions:
A. Any product which has been repaired or altered in such a way, in the Companys judgement, as to affect
the product adversely, including any repairs, rebuilding, welding or heat treating outside of Company
authorized facility.
B. Any product which has, in the Companys judgement, been subject to negligence, accident, or improper
storage.
C. Any product which has not been installed, operated and maintained in accordance with normal practice
and within the recommendations of the Company.
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warranty claims directly to the manufacturer thereof.
The Companys obligation under this warranty is limited to repairing, or at its option, replacing any products
which in its judgement proved not to be as warranted within the applicable warranty period. All costs of
transportation of products claimed not to be as warranted to authorized Company service facility shall be
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The warranty periods for various products are:
A. Hydraulic, Mechanical, Electronic Equipment: one (1) year from date of installation or fifteen (15) months
from date of shipment from Company, whichever occurs first.
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M/D TOTCO
E80 TENSION SENSATER LOAD CELL
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1.00 INTRODUCTION
1.01 This manual contains procedures for the
removal, disassembly, repair, reinstalla-
tion and periodic maintenance of the MARTIN-
DECKER E80 Tension Sensater Load Cell.
1.02 Make sure that all personnel who will be
performing any of the procedures out-
lined have read the WARNINGnotice and
IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE on page 2.
2.00 DESCRIPTION
2.01 The MARTIN-DECKER E80 Tension
Sensater Load Cell is a tension type load
cell with a diaphragm type sensing element.
2.02 The E80 is used with the following
MARTIN-DECKER Weight Indicator sys -
terns to transmit direct, no-lag signals to
indicator gage.
WEIGHT ANCHOR TECHNICAL
INDICATOR HERCULES NATIONAL MANUAL
D
129T
D TW570
E 121T, 131T E, EB TW583
EB 121T, 131T EB TW583
2.03 The E80 is mounted in the anchor with
the self-sealing coupling up and toward
the drum.
3.00 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
3.01 Because of their design characteristics
the MARTIN-DECKER E80 Sensaters are
virtually trouble free. The following procedures
are provided, however, to facilitate any necessary
maintenance and repair.
3.02 With the blocks empty, check for a cell gap
of approximately .62 (16mm) see
(Figure 3-l). If the cell gap is less than . 50
(13mm) inspect the Sensater, disconnect, hose
and hydraulic Weight Indicator for fluid leaks.
After ensuring the integrity of the hydraulic
system, readjust the cell gap as follows:
a. Remove the cap from the check valve
(Figure 3-l).
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3.02 cont.
b.
C.
d.
e.
f.
g.
Screw the hand pump on the check
valve body, do not tighten swivel nut.
Fill the hand pump reservoir with
hydraulic fluid.
Slowly pump the handle a few strokes
to expel air.
Tighten the hand pump swivel nut and
pump fluid into the system until the
cell gap is approximately . 62 (16mm).
Be sure at all times, that pump bowl is
at least half full with fluid.
Remove the hand pump and replace the
check valve cap.
3.03 Check the amount of Sensater stroke
between light and heavy loads (as when
going in or coming out of the hole). If the
system is relatively air free, the Sensater
should stroke no more than .08 (2mm) be-
tween an empty block load and a load of approxi-
mately half the gage capacity. If the Sensater
strokes excessively, bleed the air from the
system at the plug on the Weight Indicator. If
the Indicator is panel mounted, bleed the air
from one of the damper block connections.
After the air has been bled from the system,
recheck the cell gap per the procedure outlined
in paragraph 3.02.
3.04 SENSATER REMOVAL FROM ANCHOR
3.05 Occasionally, the Sensater may need to
be cleaned or repaired. When maintenance
is required, ensure that the blocks are empty
and the Sensater fully loaded. (See Figure 3-2).
a. Uncouple the disconnect.
b. Securely block the anchor on the
bottom stop.
c. To REMOVE THE LOAD from the
Sensater, open the poppet in the
Sensater disconnect half and drain the
fluid until the load is relieved from the
Sensater and transferred to the anchor
stop.
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3.05 cont.
d. Remove the cotter pins, Sensater pins
and Sensater from the anchor.
NOTE
If pins cannot be easily removed from
anchor use penetrants or other liquids
to free them. If pins are badly cor-
roded heat may be required. Do not
damage anchor or Sensater when re-
moving pins.
e. Clean off any dirt, ice or other ob-
structions that may have built up on the
Sensater. A high pressure water hose
may be used for this purpose.
f. Clean off any rust or corrosion that
may have formed on the Sensater pins
or the anchor ears.
Figure 3-l. Sensater
PARTS LIST - Table 3-l
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QTY
NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION REQD
1 E78-1 Housing, Upper 1
2 J816-6KA Screw, 5/16-18 X 3/4 16
3 E78-2 Housing, Lower 1
4 5683 Bolt 16
5 E77 Plate, Load 1
6 M340 Spacer 16
7 E74A Ring, Retainer 1
8 E75A casing 1
9 E57 -30 Diaphragm 1
10 5928 Elbow, 1/4M X 1/8F 1
11 J10032A-13 Hose, 13 with Coupling
12 P311A Junction Block :
13 J816-6PS Screw, 5/16-18 X 314 2
14 F350-1 Check Valve, with Cap 1
15 JlOgOOA-20 Disconnect, Male Half with Dust Cap
1
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!ZiENSAT-EA PINS
Figure 3-2. Anchor Mounting
3.06 Sensater disassembly, repair and re-
assembly (refer to Figure 3-l).
3.07 DISASSEMBLY AND REPAIR
a. Clamp the bottom half of the Sensater
pin pad eye in a vise.
b. Remove the two junction block screws
(Item 13).
c. Pull up the junction block (Item 12)
and screw it off the hose (Item 11) by
holding the hose coupling with an
appropriate wrench and then turning
the junction block counter-clockwise.
d. Remove the bolts (Item 4) from the
upper housing (Item 1) and lift off the
upper housing.
e. Remove the bolts (Item 4) from the
lower housing (Item 3) and remove the
lower housing.
f. Lift out the diaphragm sub-assembly,
(Items 2, 7, 8 and 9) and the load plate
(Item 5).
g. Unscrew the hose (Item 11) from the
elbow (Item 10).
h. Remove the screws (Item 2) from the
diaphragm sub-assembly (Items 2, 7,
8 and 9) and separate the casing
(Item 8), diaphragm (Item 9) and the
retainer ring (Item 7).
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ITEM
NO. PART NO.
JlOgOOA-20
J10900A-02
WY.
DESCRIPTION REQD
Disconnect, Anchor Half 1
Disconnect. Hose Half 1
1
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2
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3 100796-lllPO* O-Ring 1 1
*J900 and J901 Series Disconnects use O-Ring 100796-113A0
i. Clamp the junction block (Item 12) in
a vise and remove the check valve
(Item 14) and the disconnect half
(Item 15).
j. Where possible, clean all metal parts
with steel wool or a wire brush. Check
the hose (Item 11) for breaks or cuts
and ensure that the inside is clear.
3.08 REASSEMBLY
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WARNING
Do not use solvents or distillates
when cleaning the diaphragm
(Item 9), retainer ring (Item 7)
and diaphragm sub-assembly
casing (Item 8). Do not sand blast
the retainer ring or sub-assembly
casing. The use of solvents or
sand blasting may result in the
diaphragm unseating under pres-
sure. Wash these parts in deter-
gent, rinse with clean water and
dry with air or a cloth.
a. Clamp the junction block (Item 12) in a
vise and apply thread sealer to the
check valve (Item 14) and disconnect
half (Item 15) pipe threads. Thread both
pieces into the junction block and
tighten.
b. Place the diaphragm (Item 9) into the
groove in the diaphragm sub-assembly
casing (Item 8). Slip the retainer ring
(Item 7) over the diaphragm and align
the holes in the retainer ring with the
holes in the casing. Apply locktite
sealant to the cap screw threads and
start all 16 screws (Item 2). Tighten
the cap screws a few turns at a time
(alternating between opposing pairs of
screws). Make at least four or five
complete rounds of tightening before
final snugging. When properly assem-
bled, the casing and the retainer ring
will form a flush seal around the
circumference.
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3.08 cont.
c.
d.
e.
f.
f3
h.
1.
j.
k.
1.
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Apply thread sealer to the threads on
both ends of the hose (Item 11) and
tighten into the elbow (Item 10).
Clamp the lower housing (Item 3) in a
vise and place the load plate (Item 5)
on the housing. Center the scallops
of the load plate on the housing bolt
holes.
Place the diaphragm sub-assembly
(Items 2, 7, 8 and 9) over the load
plate (Item 5) so the threaded holes in
the casing are aligned with the bolt
holes in the lower housing (Item 3) and
the elbow (Item 10) is in the relative -
position shown.
Place the spacers (Item 6) in position
over the bolt holes in the lower
housing (Item 3). Loosely thread the
lower housing bolts (Item 4)
into place.
Place the spacers (Item 6) in position
over the bolt holes in the load
plate (Item 5).
Loop the hose (Item 11) as shown by the
dashed line in the top view and pull the
end through the hole in the upper hous-
ing (Item 1).
Loosely thread the junction block
(Item 12) on the hose end (Item 11).
Place the upper housing (Item 1) in
position so that the bolt holes are cen-
tered over the spacers (Item 6). Thread
the upper housing bolts (Item 4) into
place. Tighten all of the upper housing
and lower housing bolts.
Tighten the hose (Item 11) into the junc-
tion block (Item 12) by holding the hose
coupling with an appropriate wrench and
rotating the junction block clockwise.
Ensure that, when tightened, the junc-
tion block will be in the relative position
shown.
Apply Locktite sealant to the junction
block screws (Item 13). Insert and
tighten the screws.
m. After reassembly is complete, place
the Sensater, Sensater pins and cotter
pins back in the anchor.
n. Refill the system with hydraulic fluid
per the procedure outlined in section 3.09.
3.09 SENSATER REINSTALLATION IN ANCHOR
a.
b.
C.
d.
e.
f.
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h.
1.
After cleaning and/or repair procedures
are completed, apply grease to the
Sensater eyes, Sensater pins and anchor
ears. Place the Sensater, Sensater pins
and cotter pins back in the anchor.
Remove the cap from the check valve
(Figure 3-1, Item 14).
Screw the hand pump on one turn and
fill the hand pump reservoir with
hydraulic fluid.
Slowly pump the handle a few strokes to
expel air.
Tighten the hand pump and pump fluid
into the system. In order to keep
excessive air from being pumped into
the system, ensure that the fluid level
in the hand pump reservoir does not
drop below half capacity.
Bleed air from the Sensater by push-
ing open the poppet in the Sensater
disconnect half.
Repeat pumping and bleeding proce-
dures until all of the air is bled from
the Sensater.
Continue to pump fluid into the system
until cell is over loaded. Remove
block from anchor stop and bleed until
cell gap is approximately . 62 (16mm).
Recouple the disconnect.
[CAUTION1
When recoupling the disconnect,
ensure that the disconnect halves
are properly aligned. Improper
alignment may result in damage
to the 0 Ring (Figure 3-2,
Item 3) and subsequent fluid leak-
age. Also, the recoupling connec-
tion should be hand tightened only.
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