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EF, AF 

 

 

LF01 

5.0  R

EPAIRS 

& R

EPLACEMENTS 

 

5.1  Safety Warning – Disconnection from Supply 

 

Always ensure that the furnace is disconnected from the supply before repair work is 
carried out. 

5.2  Safety Warning - Refractory Fibrous Insulation 

 This furnace contains refractory fibres in its thermal insulation. These materials may 
be in the form of fibre blanket or felt, vacuum formed board or shapes, mineral wool 
slab or loose fill fibre.  

 

Normal use of the furnace does not result in any significant level of airborne dust from these 
materials, but much higher levels may be encountered during maintenance or repair. 

 

Whilst there is no evidence of any long term health hazards, we strongly recommend that safety 
precautions are taken whenever the materials are handled. 

Exposure to dust from fibre which has been used at high temperatures may cause 
respiratory disease. 

When handling fibre always use an approved mask, eye protection, gloves and long 
sleeved clothing. 

Avoid breaking up waste material. Dispose of waste fibre in sealed containers. 

After handling rinse exposed skin with water before washing gently with soap (not 
detergent). Wash work clothing separately. 

 

Before commencing any major repairs we recommend reference to the European Ceramic Fibre 
Industry Association Bulletin No. 11 and the UK Health and Safety Executive Guidance Note 
EH46. 

 

We can provide further information on request. Alternatively our service division can quote for 
any repairs to be carried out at your premises or ours. 

5.3 

Temperature Controller Replacement 

 

2216, 2416, 2408 etc. Ease apart the two lugs at the side; grip the instrument and withdraw it from 
its sleeve; push in the replacement.  

5.4 

Solid-state Relay Replacement 

 

Disconnect the furnace from the supply and remove the control panel. 

 

Make a note of the wire connections to the solid state relay, and disconnect them. 

 

Remove the solid state relay from its panel or base plate. 

 

Replace and reconnect the solid state relay ensuring that the heat-conducting thermal pad is 
sandwiched between the relay and the panel or plate. Alternatively a thin layer of white, heat-
conducting silicon paste may be applied between the new relay and the base. 

 

The new solid state relay contains a built-in MOV which protects it from short periods of excess 
voltage. If the old relay had a separate disc-shaped "MOV" connected between the high voltage 
terminals of the old relay, discard the old MOV.

 

 

Replace the removed panel. 

5.5  Fuse Replacement 

 

Fuses are marked on the circuit diagram (section 7.1) with type codes, e.g. F1, F2. A list of the 
correct fuses is given in section 0. 

Fuse types F2 and F3 may not be fitted on this furnace

 

If any fuse has failed, it is advisable for an electrician to check the internal circuits. 

Summary of Contents for Lenton AF 11/6

Page 1: ...onnected to the electricity supply Manuals are supplied separately for the furnace controller and overtemperature controller when fitted Please read the controller manuals before operating the furnace...

Page 2: ...mit parameter in the controller For model AF 11 6B the equivalent range is 220 240V Because of the model changes it is very important when ordering spares to state the furnace serial number or otherwi...

Page 3: ...the furnace on an inflammable surface Ensure that there is free space around the furnace Do not obstruct any of the vents in the case they are needed to keep the controls and the case exterior cool En...

Page 4: ...TION DETAILS supply type Supply Terminal label Cable colour Live Neutral Reversible or Live Live 1 phase L Brown To live to either power conductor N Blue To neutral to the other power conductor PE Gre...

Page 5: ...e temperature slowly over the last 300 C allowing 10 minutes soak at 100 C intervals When heating large objects in particular poor conductors avoid shielding the thermocouple from the heating elements...

Page 6: ...he original setting before altering the power limit Example It is desired to run the furnace at 300 C The normal control settings can be expected to cause excessive overshoot as the furnace reaches te...

Page 7: ...t should be isolated when the door is opened 4 2 Calibration After prolonged use the controller and or thermocouple could require recalibration This would be important for processes which require accu...

Page 8: ...n Bulletin No 11 and the UK Health and Safety Executive Guidance Note EH46 We can provide further information on request Alternatively our service division can quote for any repairs to be carried out...

Page 9: ...the chamber back blanket packing around the back and the chamber base board Disconnect the furnace from the supply and remove the back panel Remove the hearth tile if necessary See section 5 6 above t...

Page 10: ...tain any insulation sleeves to refit later To remove the chamber box slacken the 4 bolts on the underside then slide the chamber box out the back of the case Be careful the chamber is heavy Remove the...

Page 11: ...e are no lights glowing on the controller The SUPPLY light is ON The controller may be faulty or not receiving a supply due to a faulty switch or a wiring fault The SUPPLY light is OFF Check the suppl...

Page 12: ...TE models before mid 2002 in some models two door switches were fitted directly in the element circuit instead of a single switch and contactor For models up to 16A the EMC filter and fuses are integr...

Page 13: ...uses Required if no supply cable fitted Recommended if cable fitted See rating label or table below for recommended fuse rating Model phases Volts Supply Fuse Rating EF 11 8B 1 phase 200 240V 10A EF 1...

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Page 16: ...erves the right to change specifications without notice 9 1 Models Covered by this Manual MODEL Max Temp Max Power Chamber Size mm Approx Capacity Net Weight C kW H W D l kg Chamber furnace heated by...

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