TP17 / TPM
Device description
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1.2
Intended use
The calibrators of theTP17 / TPM series may only be used for testing and calibration of
suitable temperature measuring instruments, temperature sensors and for measuring
temperatures.
The calibrators may not be used for warming up or heating other parts or gases.
The calibrators have been designed for indoor use only.
The micro baths may only be used with suitable media. Permitted liquids are silicone oils,
mineral oils and water (
§ 2.1 "Safety instructions for the application of calibration
liquids").
Hazardous media (flammable or explosive liquids or gases) may not be used.
The operational safety of the device supplied is only guaranteed by intended use. The
specified limits (
§ 10 "Technical data") may under no circumstances be exceeded.
CAUTION! Risk of burns!
The calibrator can become very hot when in operation. Touching hot parts can result in
serious injuries.
Never touch the metal block, the tank, the adapter sleeve or the test specimen at
temperatures above 35 °C or below 10 °C.
Allow the calibrator to cool before you remove the test specimen, clean the tank,
change the adapter sleeve or the calibration insert or switch off the machine.
CAUTION! Material damage!
The opening in the metal block of the calibrator is only intended to be used with
adapter sleeves or calibration inserts.
Using heat transfer media (oil, thermal paste or other media) can lead to incorrect
measurements and damage to the calibrator.
Never fill the metal block opening with a heat transfer medium.
Only micro baths are suitable for use with heat transfer medium.
It is your responsibility to select the instrument which is suitable for your specific application,
to connect it correctly, to carry out tests and to maintain all the components.
1.3
Warranty
The calibrator is under guarantee for 12 months as from the date of delivery for construction
errors or material defects. The guarantee is limited to repair or replacing the calibrator.
SIKA also provides an extra 5-year guarantee for calibrators which are calibrated and
inspected annually by the SIKA-DAkkS laboratory.
Opening the calibrator, unauthorised repairs or incorrect use or installation of the calibrator
automatically result in the warranty being rendered null and void.
