Cole Parmer 52120-02, Manual

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Economical Gravity Convection Oven 1-1 Cole-Parmer
Section 1
Introduction
Thank you for selecting Cole-Parmer instruments for your equipment
needs.
Cole-Parmer's Economical Gravity Convection Ovens are designed for use
in hospitals, industry, and school laboratories - wherever there is a need for
low-cost, yet reliable ovens for drying, sterilization, baking, evaporation or
similar type work. They are ideal for drying glassware, drying and/or
baking non-flammable crystalline chemicals, pre-heating crucibles or other
containers and drying filter paper strips or rounds.
The temperature range, controlled by a bimetallic thermostat on the front
control panel, is from a5°C to 210°C. A sheathed heater produces
the unit’s heat and a pre-set high limit bimetallic thermostat is standard on
all models. A pilot light on the control panel indicates oven operation
status.
Helping to retain chamber heat is one-inch thick insulation of semi-
refractory fibers that is sandwiched between the double walls of the
chamber. The interior walls of the chamber are aluminum and the shelves
are steel wire as is the surface covering the heater area - all for more
efficient distribution of heat.
These ovens are built for rugged performance and long life. Each has a
durable powder coated cold rolled steel exterior. To inhibit rust, the
shelves are nickel-plated steel.
These instructions contain important operating and safety information.
The user must carefully read and understand these instructions before
using the oven. Your unit has been designed to optimize function,
reliability, safety and ease of use. It is the user’s responsibility to install the
oven in conformance with local electrical codes.