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Structures Testing Instrument User Guide 59921 V0217

P.O. Box 1708 • Pittsburg, KS 66762

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Summary of Contents for Structures Testing Instrument

Page 1: ...59921 V0217 StructuresTesting Instrument User Guide...

Page 2: ...a line chart per structure and print it to analyze it later This software also enables you to connect the computer to a projector to display testing data in the classroom Note Bridges tested should b...

Page 3: ...not close to the surface s edge 2 Plug the tester into an electrical outlet 3 If using the included software to record and graph testing data see the Using the Software section on page 7 Testing a Br...

Page 4: ...top of the threaded rod Figure 5 8 Place the flat washer over the rod followed by either the wing nut or hex nut the hex nut is best for tight spaces Tighten the nut until it is approximately 1 16 abo...

Page 5: ...test subsequent bridges or structures adjusting the width of the span columns as needed Testing a Tower If using the software be sure to read the directions on page 7 before testing a structure Note Y...

Page 6: ...ropriate to your testing type Choose from the following Nondestructive test Using the force wheel slowly and continuously apply force to the structure until the measured force reading begins to drop a...

Page 7: ...software is ideal for enabling the entire class to see the test data by connecting the computer to an overhead projector or to a large monitor To do this follow the projector or monitor s instructions...

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