◆ Check that the connectors of the measuring instruments such as electric couplings and deformations on the main unit are connected properly.

◆ Prepare the test specimen and measure its dimensions.

◆ Check whether the fixture installed meets the test requirements of the test specimen.

◆ Check whether the power supply is connected. Turn on the power of the main unit, place the lower tie bar fixture on the force sensor and zero the force value.

◆ Install the upper and lower tie bar fixtures, specimen, and bundling coupling. For creep test, install the creep device.

◆ Adjust the position of the high temperature furnace so that the specimen is located in the middle of the furnace.