Specimen Installation; Prerequisites - MTS Systems Landmark 370 Series Product Information

Item Control
6 Emergency Stop
7 Actuator Velocity
Limiting Switch
8 Handset

Specimen Installation

The procedure to install a specimen varies due to the variety of test fixtures, grips, and the type of
specimen being installed. This section should be considered a guideline. You need to modify this
procedure to suit your equipment.

Prerequisites

You must have the necessary grips and/or fixturing installed.
Note: When changing hydraulic grips, make sure you cap or plug the hydraulic hoses when
removed to prevent oil spillage. Oil spillage can create an environmental concern and slippery
surface that can cause personal injury. Promptly clean up any oil that might have spilled when
hoses were removed.
You must also have the controller set up to control the actuator movement, and you must have a test
program defined.
MTS Landmark™ Tabletop Load Units - Product Information
Description
Removes the hydraulic power and stops the test program. Press
this button to remove hydraulic power, and twist the switch
clockwise to release it. Use the Emergency Stop button to shut
down your test if something unexpected should happen.
Controls actuator velocity. There are two positions: one for
reduced fluid flow to the actuator resulting in slow speed of the
actuator rod for specimen installation, and one for full fluid flow
resulting in normal, high speed testing operation.
The handset has an encoder and buttons to help you during
specimen installation and test execution. The handset also has an
alphanumeric display and LEDs to provide feedback.
Operation
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