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5 TESTING A SAMPLE - MANUAL CLEMEN UNIT (continued)
3
Insert the metal shim (a) between the nylon wheel (b) and the
load beam (c) and then lower the load beam.
4
Adjust the height of the tool (d) until it is touching the surface of
the sample then tighten the knurled wheel (e), turning clockwise,
to lock the tool into position.
(d)
5
Raise the load beam, remove the metal shim and slide the
sample platform back to its starting position.
6
Slide the weight along the load beam to the required load and
lock in place by tightening the knurled wheel. The load can be
set from 0 to 2kg (0 to 4.4lb).
The instrument and sample are now ready for the test to be carried
out.
5.2 TEST PROCEDURE
1
Pull the sample platform towards you in a single smooth action;
the standard speed of movement is approximately 30mm/s
(1.2"/s).
2
The tool will lower down onto the sample at the start of the test
and raise up at the end of the test.
3
Inspect the sample for damage in accordance with the
requirements of the test standard. Repeat the test as necessary,
increase the loading between test.
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