Acid Resistant Hotplate
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1. CE Version 1 1 PTFE HOTPLATE CP300 Instructions for use This product meets the applicable EC harmonised standards for radio frequency interference and may be expected not to interfere with or be affected by other equipment with similar qualifications We cannot be sure that other equipment used in its vicinity will meet these standards and so we cannot guarantee that interference will not occur in practise Where there is a possibility that injury damage or loss might occur if equipment malfunctions due to radio frequency interference or for general advice before use please contact the Technical Department of Bibby Sterilin Hot warning light Heater on light Temperature Mains indicator light control knob Main IEC inlet Hotplate inlet socket socket ENGLISH Thank you for purchasing this piece of Stuart equipment To get the best performance from the equipment and for your own safety please read these instructions carefully before use This equipment is designed to operate under the following conditions For indoor use only Use in a well ventilated area Ambient temperature range 5 C to 40 C Altitude to 2000m Relative humidity not exceeding 80 Mains supply fluctuations not exceeding 10 Overvoltage category II IEC60364 4 443 Pollution degree 2 IEC664 Use with a minimum distance all around of 200mm from walls or other items gt If the equipment is2. Model Power Fuse CP300 900W T5A Fuse fitted in both live and neutral lines IF IN DOUBT CONSULT A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN General Description AN WARNING Top surface may be hot The PTFE Hotplate consists of a ceramic tile and heater assembly embedded in a block of high grade fluropolymer The hotplate is controlled via a separate control box which is connected via a 2 meter lead partly covered with a fluoropolymer sleeve Safety Advice Before Use Do not use to heat flammable materials Position the instrument on a firm level surface away from any heat sensitive or flammable material Never move or carry the instrument until it has been switched off and allowed to cool for at least 30 minutes The unit should be carried using both hands with fingers under each side frame Never move the unit while it is connected to the mains electricity supply In the case of mains interuption a fault or failure the unit WILL continue to operate on removal of fault Operation See page 2 for identification of controls Position the hotplate unit on a firm level surface away from any heat sensitive or flammable material Plug the hotplate into the control unit and then connect the control box to the mains the green mains on light will illuminate Position the control unit in the area it is to be used e g outside the fume hood Turn the unit ON using the temperature control knob and select the tempe
3. 0 Heated area mm 200 x 200 Heater power W 900 Max plate temperature C 400 Hotplate dimensions mm 320 x 360 x 60 w x d xh Control unit dimensions mm 150 x 160 x 65 w x d xh Lead length mm 1700 Net weight kg 11 Electricity supply 230V 50 60Hz
4. For advice or to receive a service manual please contact the Technical Service Department of Bibby Sterilin Ltd Only spare parts supplied or specified by Bibby Sterilin Ltd or its agents should be used Fitting of non approved parts may affect the performance and safety features designed into the instrument If in any doubt please contact the Technical Service Department of Bibby Sterilin Ltd or the point of sale Bibby Sterilin Ltd Stone Staffordshire ST15 OSA United Kingdom Tel 44 0 1785 812121 Fax 44 0 1785 813748 Warranty Bibby Sterilin Ltd warrants this instrument to be free from defects in material and workmanship when used under normal laboratory conditions for a period of two 2 years In the event of a justified claim Bibby Sterilin will replace any defective component or replace the unit free of charge This warranty does NOT apply if damage is caused by fire accident misuse neglect incorrect adjustment or repair damage caused by installation adaptation modification fitting of non approved parts or repair by unauthorised personnel This warranty does NOT apply if the ceramic top has broken due to mechanical impact scratching chipping or chemical etching Bibby Sterilin Ltd Stone Staffordshire ST15 OSA United Kingdom Tel 44 0 1785 812121 Fax 44 0 1785 813748 www bibby sterilin com Technical specification Plate material Glass ceramic Plate dimensions mm 300 x 30
5. not used in the manner described in this manual the protection provided by the equipment may be impaired Electrical Installation THIS EQUIPMENT MUST BE EARTHED Before connection please ensure that the line supply corresponds to that shown on the rating plate This equipment requires a supply rated at 230V 50 or 60Hz single phase The unit is supplied with two mains leads fitted with IEC plugs for connection to the control box One has a UK 3 pin plug and the other has a 2 pin Shuko plug for connection to the mains Choose the lead appropriate for your electrical installation and discard the other Should neither lead be suitable take the lead with the UK plug and replace the plug with a suitable alternative This involves cutting off the moulded plug preparing the cable and connecting to the rewireable plug in accordance with its instructions IT IS IMPORTANT THAT THIS OPERATION SHOULD BE UNDERTAKEN BY A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN The wires in the mains cable are coloured as follows BROWN LIVE BLUE NEUTRAL GREEN YELLOW EARTH The control unit is fitted with an IEC socket at the rear for connection to the mains supply The appropriate mains lead should be connected BEFORE connection to the mains supply Should this lead require replacing a cable of 1mm of harmonised code HO5W F connected to an IEC 320 plug should be used N B The UK mains lead is protected by a 10A fuse mounted in the plug top
6. rature of the hotplate by using the printed scale around the knob When the plate surface is hot gt 50 C a red warning light on the control box facia will begin to flash This will continue to flash while the plate temperature is above 50 C even after the hotplate has been switch off the control unit must remain connected to the mains supply Cleaning and care Before attempting to clean please ensure that the top is cool and that the control unit is disconnected from the mains electricity supply The control unit should be cleaned using a damp cloth and a mild detergent The hotplate body can be cleaned with almost any cleaning agent Must be compatible with PTFE A damp cloth will normally remove most types of contamination For more difficult stains a domestic cream cleanser is recommended Cleaning is made easier if spillages are attended to promptly In any case spillages of alkali phosphoric acid and hydrofluoric acid MUST be removed immediately as these chemicals can attack and damage the glass ceramic Ensure that the appropriate safety precautions are observed WARNING A ceramic top which is scratched chipped chemically etched or damaged must not be used Servicing amp repair This product does not require any routine servicing NOTE There are no internal user replaceable parts In the event of product failure it is recommended that any repair is only undertaken by suitably qualified personnel
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