MTS Series 653 High-Temperature Furnaces - Manual (Page 32)

Series 653 High-Temperature Furnace 32
Preparing to Run a Test
Operation
Materials heated in the furnace are hot and can ignite flammable materials
or cause serious burns.
Do not operate the furnace near or above flammable materials. Allow sufficient
time for the test materials to cool before handling them.
The protection provided by this equipment can be impaired if this furnace is
not used in its intended manner.
Do not operate the furnace in a manner contrary to its intended use.
Preparing to Run a Test
Detailed instructions for operating and adjusting all of the devices involved can
be found in the applicable manuals.
Before proceeding, make sure that the furnace is installed properly.
Procedure
1. Open the furnace.
2. Install the insulation inserts.
If the insulation inserts are not suitable for the cross section of the
specimens to be tested, install new insulation inserts.
3. Install the test specimen.
Refer to the grip or grip power supply manual for the proper installation
procedure.
4. Install the extensometer.
No direct mechanical connection between the furnace and the extensometer
is required. The extensometer is supported by independent means and its
extension rods enter the furnace through holes in the furnace in order to
contact the specimen. Refer to the extensometer manual or installation
drawing, if provided, for the proper installation procedures.
5. Close the furnace.
Fasten the latches on the front of the furnace.
6. Adjust the extensometer cooling water supply for the required flow rate, if
equipped.
7. Run a test.
Refer to the temperature controller manual for information on running a test.
WARNING
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