2.11.2 Test sequence for minimum dead load output return

The recommended test sequence for each test temperature for the minimum dead load output return (DR) and creep tests when carried out in a force-generating system different to that used for the load tests is shown in Figure 3.

Figure 3 — Recommended test sequence for each test temperature for the minimum dead load output return (DR) and creep tests when carried out in a machine different from that used for the load tests