MTS 316 Load Frame - Manual (Page 32)

Series 316 Load Frame Product Information 32
Direct Shear Configuration
Operation
Direct Shear Specimen Removal from Test Space
1. Change control modes so that the axial and direct shear actuators are in
stroke control.
2. Attach the upper specimen box to the spherical seat using two lifting bolts.
3. Using the axial actuator, position the specimen boxes appropriately to attach
the front handles to the specimen boxes, and attach the front handles.
4. Turn the axial and direct shear HSM off.
5. Open the front door of the load frame.
6. Disconnect the shear box from the direct shear assembly by loosening and
removing the 16 bolts that hold the specimen to the shear assembly.
7. Slide the assembly onto the carriage and remove it from the test space. Use
the crane assembly with lifting eyes and a strap to move the specimen box
assembly.