Introduction
Thank you for purchasing this piece of
Cole-Parmer equipment. To get the best
performance from the equipment and for your
own safety, please read these instructions carefully
before use. Before discarding the packaging check
that all parts are present and correct.
General Description
The Cole-Parmer SCT2 temperature controller is
the ideal instrument for the accurate temperature
control of aqueous and oil based samples in the
laboratory. The SCT2 can be used in two different
modes; as a precise temperature controller from
20 to 200°C or as a digital thermometer from -4 to
325°C. With digital setting and display of
temperature, the SCT2 temperature controller is
accurate to ±0.5°C.
The SCT2 is compatible with the following
Cole-Parmer hotplates and hotplate stirrers:
US150, US152, US152D, UC150, UC152, UC152D,
SC162.
Safety Advice before use
If the equipment is not used in the
manner described in this manual and
with accessories other than those
recommended by Cole-Parmer the
protection provided might be impaired.
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%
- Use with a minimum distance all around of
200mm from walls or other items.
- Never move or carry the unit when in use or
connected to the hotplate.
- Do not use in a hazardous atmospheres or with
hazardous materials
Temperature
Controller
SCT2 Instructions for use
Preparation for use
To use the SCT2 temperature controller with either
a metal top or ceramic top hotplate, place the
hotplate on a firm, level surface.
Open the jaws of the retort clamp on the rear of
the SCT2 temperature controller by turning the
clamp knob anticlockwise. The clamp can be
used with retort rods from 9.5mm to 13mm
diameter. Slide the SCT2 on to the retort rod and
tighten by turning the clamp knob clockwise.
Note: DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN
Connect the SCT2 controller plug to the DIN probe
socket at the rear of the hotplate (Figures 1 and 4).
Connect the probe plug to the probe socket at
the rear of the controller (Figures 2 and 4). To
ensure the best connection, tighten the locking
collar on the plug by turning clockwise.
Connect the mains supply lead to the IEC socket
at the rear of the hotplate and switch on at the
mains. Where the unit has a mains on/off switch,
switch the unit on using this switch.
To switch on the SCT2 temperature controller, turn
the heat control knob on the hotplate clockwise
(Figure 3).
Note: The controller power is supplied by the
hotplate
The SCT2 temperature controller and hotplate are
now ready for use. Correct communication
between the SCT2 temperature controller and the
hotplate is indicated by the illuminated amber
contact thermometer indicator on the front panel
of the hotplate.
Note: The hotplate and controller will perform an
automatic self-test at switch on, before the current
temperature of the probe is displayed. The factory
default set temperature is 20°C.
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