MTS Criterion Series 60 - Manual (Page 16)

Overview
Safety Information Overview
MTS systems are designed to generate single-axis or multi-axial motions and forces simultaneously in a
controlled environment and impart these motions and forces into a specimen that is secured to the system.
When you prepare to operate the system and during system operation, ensure the following:
• Do not use or allow personnel to operate the system who are not experienced, trained, or educated in
the inherent dangers associated with this system and who are not experienced, trained, or educated
with regard to the intended operation as it applies to this system.
• Do not disable safety components or features (including limit detectors, light curtains, or proximity
switches/detectors).
• Do not attempt to operate the system without appropriate personal safety gear (for example, hearing,
head, hand, and eye protection).
• Do not apply energy levels that exceed the maximum energies and velocities for the system design.
For these maximum values, refer to the system specifications.
• Do not use a specimen that does not meet the minimum (if applicable) or exceeds the maximum
allowable mass. For these values, refer to the system specifications.
• Do not use specimens that are combustible, flammable, pressurized, or explosive.
• Do not use humans as specimens or allow humans to ride in or on the specimen or the system for any
purpose unless the system is man-rated and all associated safety conditions are strictly enforced.
• Do not modify the system or replace system components using parts that are not MTS component
parts.
• Do not make repairs using parts or components that are not manufactured to MTS specifications.
• Do not operate the system in an explosive atmosphere.
• Do not use the system in an area where uncontrolled access to the system is allowed when the system
is in operation.
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