Operation, Operation 53 – MTS Insight Material Testing Systems User Manual

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MTS Insight™ Material Testing System

Operation

53

Operation

This section describes the actions performed during normal, day-to-day operation
of the MTS Insight frame. For information on using the MTS Insight frame in
actual testing, refer to the TestWorks software manual.

Contents

Main Power Switch (I/O) and E-Stop 54

Travel Limit Switches (Physical Limits) 55

Crush Zone Hazards 57

Fixture Mounting 58

Load Cell Mounting 59

Handset Control 63

Do not operate the MTS Insight test frame without the side covers and
bellows in place.

Operating the machine without side covers or bellows in place can expose the
operator to moving parts that could cause injury if contact is made.

Keep the area clean.

Sample debris can enter the side covers and puncture bellows causing
erratic machine operation.

Damaged bellows should be replaced before operating the MTS Insight Test
Frame.

Users should be aware of the potential of material fragments puncturing the
bellows and damaging the ball screw; user needs to be aware of the material
properties and the hazards generated by the materials during testing. See

“General cleaning”

on page 67.

Keep the testing area secure.

Only qualified, trained personnel should be allowed to operate the machine. Keep
bystanders away during machine operation.

CAUTION

CAUTION

CAUTION

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