MTS Criterion Series 60 - Manual (Page 86)

If necessary, enable the handset, and then use the Lower Crosshead Up and Lower Crosshead Down
buttons to position the crosshead. If a travel endpoint is reached, press the Handset Enable button on
the handset twice to reset the interlock.
3. Check for proper specimen clearance and adjust as necessary.
Position the crosshead so that the specimen obtains full contact across the face of the grip and so that
the ends of the specimen do not touch (bottom out in) the top of the top grip or the bottom of the bottom
grip.
Install the Specimen
Warning :
The grips on Series 60 load frames extend during clamping.
Holding the specimen with your hand too near the grip while clamping can result in crushed
fingers.
Always use a tool (pliers, tongs, channel lock, etc.) to hold the specimen during specimen
installation. Never hold the specimen with your hand when clamping the grips.
1. Install the specimen in the upper grip.
a) While holding the specimen in position with a tool, clamp the upper grip.
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Running the Example Tension Test