20 Getting
Started
3.4
Choosing and Preparing a Suitable Work Surface
Smart Table Controller may be placed on any reasonably firm table or bench
during operation. Position the controller so that there is easy access to the
power cord. The front legs of the unit can be pulled out to tilt the unit at an
angle, if desired. Do not put the Controller on or attach to the isolated table.
Manual operation of front panel controls will disturb mechanically the
normal operation of the system.
3.5 Electrical
Requirements
Before attempting to power up the unit for the first time, the following
precautions must be followed:
WARNING
To avoid electric shock, connect the instrument to properly
earth-grounded, 3-prong receptacles only. Failure to observe
this precaution can result in severe injury.
•
Have a qualified electrician verify the wall socket that will be used is
properly polarized and properly grounded.
•
Provide adequate distance between the Smart Table Controller and
adjacent walls for ventilation purposes. Approximately 2-inch spacing for
all surfaces is adequate.
•
Set the mains selector tumbler to the voltage that matches the power outlet
AC voltage.
3.6 Power
Supplies
AC power is supplied through the rear panel input power connector that
provides in-line transient protection and RF filtering. The input power
connector contains the fuses and the switch to select series or parallel
connection of the transformer primaries for operation at 100VAC, 120VAC,
220VAC or 240VAC.
3.7 Operating
Temperature
Smart Table Controller is designed for operation in a laboratory environment.
Recommended ambient operating temperatures are between 20 - 25°C.
Operation at higher or lower ambient temperatures for limited periods (e.g.
several hours) will not cause any harm but may slightly reduce the
performance.
