Instron 2716-016, Operator'S Manual

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Warning
Do not place a testing system off-line from
computer control without first ensuring that
no actuator or crosshead movement will
occur upon transfer to manual control.
The actuator or crosshead will immediately respond to
manual control settings when the system is placed off-line
from computer control. Before transferring to manual con-
trol, make sure that the control settings are such that unex-
pected actuator or crosshead movement cannot occur.
Keep clear of the operating envelope of a
robotic device unless the device is
de-activated.
The robot in an automated testing system presents a haz-
ard because its movements are hard to predict. The robot
can go instantly from a waiting state to high speed opera-
tion in several axes of motion. During system operation,
keep away from the operating envelope of the robot. Deac-
tivate the robot before entering the envelope for any pur-
pose, such as reloading the specimen magazine.
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