MTS Criterion 40 - Manual User Manual
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MTS Criterion
®
Series 40 Product Manual
Operation
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Operation
This section describes the actions performed during normal, day-to-day operation
of the MTS Criterion frame. For information on using the MTS Criterion frame
in actual testing, refer to the testing software manual.
Contents
Main Power Switch (I/O) and Emergency-Stop 103
Setting Crosshead Travel Limits 105
There are rotating parts inside the machine.
Operating the machine without side covers or bellows in place can expose
the operator to rotating parts that could cause injury if contact is made.
Do not operate the MTS Criterion
test frame without the side covers and bellows
in place.
Specimen debris can enter the side covers and puncture bellows.
Material fragments can puncture the bellows and damage the ball screw.
Damaged bellows should be replaced before operating the MTS Criterion Test
Frame. Be aware of the potential of material fragments puncturing the bellows and
damaging the ball screw, and be aware of the material properties and the hazards
generated by the materials during testing. See
There are potential hazards during material testing.
Hazards generated by the materials during testing can cause injury or
death.
Ensure that only qualified, trained personnel should be allowed to operate the
machine. Keep bystanders away during machine operation.
CAUTION
CAUTION
CAUTION
WARNING
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