Brookfield CT3 Texture Analyzer - Manual (Page 14)

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1) Immediately stop probe movement and display the emergency stop screen.
2) Probe returns to test start position, after resetting the emergency stop.
3) A sequence of menus then leads user back to the home position.
III.3 Base Table
The CT3 Texture Analyzer offers two options for Base Tables on which the test sample is placed.
Both tables should be secured to the slotted base of the CT3 with thumbscrews and T-bolts. This
design provides ample adjustment side-to-side and front-to-back to correctly align fixtures and
position a wide range of samples for testing.
NOTE:
Always be sure all position and height adjustments are securely locked before starting
every test.
Rotary Base Table
(TA-RT-KIT)
Fine Adjustment Nut
Locking Knob
Brookfield
Fixture Base Table
(TA-BT-KIT)
Brookfield
Figure III.2
See Appendix A
for fixtures which can be used with each Base Table.
Rotary Base Table
The Rotary Base Table (P/N TA-RT-KIT) is a disc shaped surface and should always be centered
under the probe when conducting compression tests. There are two methods of adjusting the height
in order to place the sample close to the probe for testing. The locking knob on the base of the
Rotary Table allows quick height adjustment; just unlock the knob, raise or lower the table, then lock