Instron LX-150 Operation

System Startup

Disconnect switch to on.

Start workstation

Attach Extensometer

Run Partner

Open test procedure Firmware will download

Disengage E-STOP

After download, calibrate load cell:

Transducer Calibrate Load Cell

Calibrate extensometer:

Transducer Calibrate extensometer

Warm-up system for 15 minutes, minimum. After warm-up, re-calibrate all.

Run Test

Position ram for specimen length

Tighten lower grips. Slack upper grip.

Attach specimen upper threads Attach specimen lower threads.

Fix upper grip

Remove slack in assembly

Attach extensometer

Check zeros, re-zero if necessary

Run procedure

On signal, remove extensometer

After test is complete, print data

Remove broken specimen

System Shutdown

DISABLE FRAME from menu

Engage E-STOP

Close partner

Open Disconnect switch

Remove extensometer