Preparation of Apparatus
8.1 For specific instruction in setting up and operating the
apparatus, consult the operations manual,
8.2 Install probe apparatus (Fig. 2).
8.3 Center the probe (Fig. 1) over the specimen clamping
fixture (Fig. 2).
9. Conditioning
9.1 Condition the test specimens at 73,4 ± 3.6°F (23 ±
2°C) and 50 ± 5 % relative humidity for not less than 40 h
prior to testing in accordance with Procedure A of Practice
D618,
9.2 Conduct tests in the standard laboratory atmosphere of
23 ± 2 ^ (73.4 ± 3.6°F) and 50 ± 5 % relative humidity
unless otherwise specified in the test method.
10. Procedure
10.1 With the probe apparatus installed, calibrate the test
equipment following the manufacturer's instructions,
10.2 Select an equipment load range so that specimen
puncture occurs within 20 to 80 % of the same.