11. Maintenance
& Servicing
WARNING: Ensure the unit is disconnected
from the mains electricity supply before
attempting maintenance or servicing.
This equipment does not require routine
servicing. The only maintenance required is to
clean internal and external surfaces using a damp
cloth and mild detergent solution. Do not use
harsh or abrasive cleaning agents.
11.1 Repairs and Support
Any repairs or replacement of parts MUST be
undertaken by suitably qualified personnel. Only
spare parts supplied or specified by Stuart or its
agents should be used. Fitting of non-approved
parts may affect the performance and safety
features designed into the instrument. For a
comprehensive list of parts required by service
engineers conducting internal repairs please
contact the service department quoting the
model and serial number:
Email: [email protected]
Tel. +44 (0)1785 810475
Fax: +44 (0)1785 810471
For any other technical enquiries please contact
the Technical Support Department at;
Email: [email protected]
Tel: +44 (0)1785 810433
11.2 Cleaning the Sample Block
Occasionally it may be necessary to gain access to
the sample block to allow broken capillary tubes
or other debris to be removed.
Please ensure that the sample block is cooled
to room temperature and the instruments
electrical power supply is switched off or
disconnected before commencing the
following procedure.
1 Lift the cover of the capillary storage
compartment and remove the two screws on
either side of the recess.
2 Remove the plastic cover from the instruments
melt module.
3 Remove the ceramic sample block cover and
the metal plate covering the sample block
chamber by lifting them clear of the
instrument.
4 Unscrew the two thumbscrews on either side
of the sample block and lift it out of the
instrument. Take care not to damage the
wiring that is connected to the sample block
during its removal.
5 Using a pair of long nosed pliers or small
tweezers remove the circlip from the sample
blocks glass window.
6 The glass window is removed by gently
agitating the sample block until the window is
dislodged from the sample block.
7 Debris can now be removed from the sample
block. Please ensure the window is clean
before reassembly as any grease or dirt on the
glass could be detrimental to the instruments
performance.
8 Reassembly is the reverse of the above.
11.3 Accessories
The following accessories are available from your
local distributor.
Description
Catalogue No.
Capillaries, open at both ends
(pack of 100)
SMP1/4
Capillaries, open at one end
(pack of 100)
SMP10/1
Capillaries, closed at both ends
(pack of 100)
SMP2/1
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