MTS 316 Load Frame - Manual (Page 29)

Direct Shear Configuration
Series 316 Load Frame Product Information Operation 29
Installation of the Direct Shear hardware
Note The upper and lower portions of the direct shear specimen box may be
attached with handles. Do not remove the handles until the direct shear
system is installed in the test space and the upper portion of the fixture is
attached to the actuator rod.
1. Remove the locating pin on the direct shear hardware and push the assembly
into test space.
2. Insert the locating pin into the forward locating hole.
3. Close the load frame front door.
4. With the axial actuator in stroke control, turn the HSM on.
5. Position the axial actuator to allow connection of the axial load cell used
with the direct shear configuration.
6. If attached, remove handles supporting the upper portion of the direct shear
assembly.