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5 Operating methods
5.1 Testing preparation
Switch on the machine and then the tester will automatically perform a self check. The relative
information such as type, series number, software version will be displayed on screen. Tester will
come to main menu after self-checking; current test parameters will be displayed on screen, and
the status at the last test parameters will be automatically stored. Figure 5.1.1 is a typical status of
Brinell testing parameter; showing the testing load, indenter diameter, load dwell duration, as well as
current time.
Figure 5.1.1
The proper indenter must be mounted in the machine according to the specific requirements of the
hardness test. When installing indenter, make sure the installing surface clean and tightly fixed.
The test can be performed directly according to the procedure 5.3 if none of the parameters above is
required to modify; following procedures should be observed if modification is necessary.
5.2
Test
parameters
setting
5.2.1
5.2.2
Press “
Setup
” key, figure 5.2.1 will be shown on the display, the parameter setting is ready.