Rio Fuse Specifications
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1. Once the temperature set point is saved the furnace will quickly begin to ramp up to that temperature and the red LED ramping up arrow displays The ramp up time for the 3kg model to reach 1950 F is around 20 minutes this time will vary depending upon the temperature chosen and the amount and type of metal in the furnace When the set point temperature is achieved the square green LED will come on The red LED overshoot arrow will appear next indicating the furnace has gone slightly beyond the set point The LEDs will alternate off and on as the furnace self adjusts to the set point Please Note It is normal for the temperature to fluctuate slightly above and below the set point 4 Using the tongs included with the furnace grasp the crucible around the grooves in its upper sleeve as shown Carefully lower the crucible into the heating chamber and close the lid Warning At this time the heating chamber is extremely hot Use caution and always wear heat resistant gloves when performing any operation near the heating chamber The temperature shown on the display will ramp down slightly when you first add the crucible It will return to your set point temperature after a few minutes 5 Beginning with small pieces slowly add metal to the crucible fill the crucible only to 14 1 of its capacity at first Once that is melted add more metal until you have the amount needed for your casting Warning Use caster s tweez2. cause an with the crucible sleeve creating constant and dependable as grip when lifting and pouring instantaneous loss of gripping an incomplete and a danger you lift and pour the crucible pressure and uncontrolled ously unsecured hold on the hot They are also made from spilling They are also made from crucible thicker gauge 6mm metal thin gauge typically 5mm metal If the tongs supplied with this Rio furnace become worn or need to be replaced we recommend purchasing the replacement tongs designed for the Rio furnace See the parts list on the back page visit our website or check your Rio Grande tools amp Equipment catalog to order 2012 The Bell Group Inc All rights reserved 800 545 6566 www riogrande com PRIO GRANDE Since 1944
3. you don t have an inert environment put the crucible inside the unit to cool Replacement Parts amp Accessories Description Description Replacement graphite crucible grooved 1kg Stirring rod 7 pkg 10 Replacement graphite crucible grooved 2kg Holder for stirring rod Replacement graphite crucible grooved 3kg Tweezers 18 L Replacement tongs Kevlar safety gloves Crucible cooling jar Crucible Tongs amp Safety The Rio Tilt Pour is specially designed to allow you to pour molten metal without having to lift the crucible from the furnace however if you decide to lift the crucible to pour your metal the quality of your tongs is critical to safely doing so Poorly designed tongs are frequently the cause of spills and potentially dangerous accidents when picking up and pouring molten metal from a crucible The tongs provided with your Rio Automatic Melt Furnace are far superior to many others found in the marketplace They have been tested extensively and proven to be safe and effective at handling high temperature crucible melts time and again Rio Tested Crucible Tongs as supplied Poorly Designed Crucible Tongs The handles on Rio tongs Rio tongs make full contact all The handles on many tongs can The poor design of these tongs cannot cross over one the way around the crucible cross over each other as you leaves gaps in its contact area another Your grip remains sleeve for a secure confident close them This can
4. RIO GRANDE Since 1944 Sharing your passion for making jewelry Products Service Know how Rio Tilt Pour Automatic Melting Furnace The Rio Tilt Pour Automatic Melting Furnace is designed to provide a safe easy to use electrical method for melting gold silver and other non ferrous metals for casting and ingot pouring applications It offers precise control of melting temperatures up to 2028 F 1120 C through its user friendly programmable controller with LED display The insulated lid holds in heat and keeps oxygen out for a cleaner melt Operates on 110 volt 50 60Hz Melting Electrical capacities specifications 1kg model 14K gold 821g 850 watts 26 4 troy oz 13 amps 3kg model 14K gold 2799g 1700 watts 90 troy oz 15 amps Setting Up the Furnace Unpack the shipping box and check to make sure your Automatic Melting Furnace includes a crucible a pair of crucible tongs power cord and instruction manual Inspect the unit and accessories in case any damage has occurred during shipping contact Rio Grande immediately with any shipment issues Make sure the inside of the heating chamber is free of any debris If there is a piece of wood or styrofoam between the control housing and heating chamber remove it before operation Please Note We recommend that you keep the carton and packaging material to reuse in the event the furnace must be returned for repair or servicing If you haven t done so already choose an app
5. Your Rio Tilt Pour Automatic Melting Furnace is designed to provide safe and efficient operation Due to the extremely high heat and molten metal involved in this process a high degree of caution and care are critical to ensure its safe use Please note the following precautions before you proceed with operation of this furnace A Warning Always use appropriate safety equipment including safety glasses appropriate heat resistant gloves a fireproof apron and leather toed shoes or equivalent when using this furnace Molten metal can cause serious injury if not handled properly and carefully A Warning Keep hands hair and clothing away from the melting chamber while it is hot Do not let moisture drip into the molten metal a violent reaction may occur Do not touch the furnace while it is in use or until a sufficient cooling time has passed 2 3 hours after unit has been turned off The furnace generates high temperatures that can cause severe burns or a fire Notice Inspect your crucible for cracks wear and deterioration prior to every use Due to high heat some of the crucible material will naturally slough off over time and the walls and base will gradually become thinner This may result in leaking which can cause element and thermocouple failure Notice Do not set the furnace temperature high enough to grossly exceed the melting point of the metal you are loading This could cause boiling and vaporization of the metal resulting in damagi
6. ers to handle the metal pieces Do not drop larger heavier pieces into the crucible as the shock could fracture it Please Note We recommend using separate crucibles for different metals to avoid cross contamination 6 When you have fully charged the crucible with metal and the temperature is slightly below set point stir the metal with an appropriate stirring rod sold separately see back page After the metal has reached casting temperature open the lid fully to lock it in position 7 Grasp the handles at the back and side of the furnace keeping your thumb on the lid tab to secure it Pour smoothly and quickly into your mold the metal will immediately begin to cool If casting multiple flasks repeat as needed KAS ey r yo te wo Voe A Warning Never tilt the furnace more than 90 the crucible can slide out of the furnace spilling hot metal B A Warning Always wear appropriate heat resistant safety gloves such as the Kevlar gloves whenever you are handling a hot crucible 800 545 6566 www riogrande com PRIO GRANDE Since 1944 Rio Tilt Pour Automatic Melting Furnace 8 When you are finished melting turn off the power switch close the lid over the heating chamber and unplug the unit to avoid accidental activation Place the hot crucible in an inert environment such as the crucible cooling jar sold below to help slow graphite deterioration caused by exposure to oxygen If
7. ng contamination and failure of the heating element Operating the Furnace Before using your furnace review the control panel descriptions below and become familiar with its operation ON OFF Switch Temperature UP Button Temperature DOWN Button Temperature Temperature Temperature pee Please Note The U button on Ramping Up at Set Point Overshoot Controller the furnace control panel is not LED Indicator LED Indicator LED Indicator Button active Do not press it Setting the Melt Temperature and Handling the Melt Please Note This unit is pre set to Fahrenheit F Remove the crucible and clean the inside with a hard paper towel to remove loose graphite or other debris Close the lid and turn the furnace on The letters tESt will appear on the LED display and the unit will perform a self test Once the test is complete the current temperature of the heating chamber will appear Push the P button once to program the set point temperature The letters SP 1 will appear You can now adjust the set point temperature to your desired temperature by using the UP and DOWN keys Holding a key down for a few seconds allows you to change the temperature setting more rapidly When the set point temperature is correct push the P button again to save it 800 545 6566 www riogrande com IRIO GRANDE Since 1944 Rio Tilt Pour Automatic Melting Furnace 3
8. ropriate working site for the furnace Make sure the top of your working surface is composed of metal ceramic slate or any other surface that will not support a fire in case of a molten metal spill Warning Allow at least 16 inches of space between the furnace and any surrounding combustible surfaces or items Heat emitted from the furnace requires at least this much open space to dissipate in order to avoid possible fire hazard Warning Do not use this furnace in the same area with flammable or combustible materials as the furnace may ignite these materials Notice The furnace should be used only in a well ventilated area as some alloys release fumes that can create health risks Follow all local and federal regulations for proper ventilation procedures After setting up your furnace in a work area that meets the above safety criteria check to be sure the front power switch is in the OFF position before plugging the furnace into a properly grounded 110 120 volt outlet Warning To avoid electrical shock the furnace must always be used with a properly grounded outlet and with the correct voltage and electrical current handling capacity Notice In the event you need to replace the electrical system s fuse always use the correctly rated fuse For the 3kg model use a 20 amp fuse for the 1kg model use a 15 amp fuse 800 545 6566 www riogrande com OG i e THE Studio Rio s blog Rio Tilt Pour Automatic Melting Furnace Operational Safety
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