MTS Acumen Electrodynamic - Manual (Page 18)

Site Preparation
This section describes the physical, electrical, and mechanical requirements that must be considered before
installing the MTS Acumen Test System. Read the following subsections thoroughly to identify installation
considerations that apply to your facility.
Prepare to Receive the System
Prior to receiving the system, ensure suitable rigging equipment is available for lifting and transporting the
system components. For more information, see "System Specifications".
When You Get Your System
Operation of your system can involve exposure to hazardous situations:
• Injury may occur while handling samples.
• Personnel can become injured in the crush zone.
• Some high-temperature accessories (furnace and environmental chambers for instance) may scald
personnel.
Because of these potential hazards, your system is provided with documentation that includes information
on safety practices. Read this information before attempting to operate your system.
Space Requirements
Consideration must be given to planning the space requirements around the equipment for loading specimens
and for the proper maintenance of the equipment. Also, during installation of the equipment, additional space
(floor space and ceiling height) might be required to facilitate moving the various system components into
place. The following illustration shows a typical configuration for a system laboratory plan, allowing for relative
placement of the test machine controls and mechanical components for convenient use. This is only a
suggestion of how an MTS Acumen Test System could be installed. Your requirements should be considered
and planned accordingly.
Consideration should also be given to handling specimens, test data, and storage of fixturing and associated
tools necessary for use and service of the system.
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Site Preparation