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Chamber Loading/ Unloading
1.
Place items to be heated on the wire racks. Be sure to use tongs or oven mitts
to prevent touching hot surfaces.
2.
Place objects in the oven so that they do not restrict airflow and result in
non-‐uniform temperatures. Don’t overload the unit with large (in quantity
OR size), or high-‐density loads.
3.
Remove the object(s) using tongs or oven mitts
Turning the Oven Off
1.
Turn the oven off when finished by turning the knob counter-‐clockwise back
to 0
2.
Switch the ON/OFF power switch to the off position. Wait for the oven to cool
off before using it again.
Further Considerations
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Periodically check the rear air intake vents for dirt or dust build-‐up.
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Keep the intake and exit ports clear of obstructions, dirt and dust.
•
Check the actual oven chamber temperature with a temperature
measurement device annually.
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To clean the exterior and interior surfaces, use a damp cloth or an all-‐
purpose cleaner. Do not use oven cleaners.
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If water or other liquid has been spilled onto the heating element have the
equipment serviced before use.
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Ask other workers to move away from the oven while in use.
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Do not leave the oven unattended while in operation.
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Do not adjust the controls to operate above the oven’s stated maximum
operating temperature.
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If the oven is not operating correctly then notify your supervisor
immediately. Do not attempt to operate again until corrective action has been
taken and documented. Only supervisors are trained and are permitted to
perform maintenance to the lab oven.