Chapter 2 – Installation
TestEquity 101H Temperature/Humidity Chamber
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Chapter 2 – Installation
Unpacking
Inspect the shipping container for any signs of visible damage. Notify the carrier and TestEquity
immediately if there are signs of shipping damage.
1.
Cut the bands that hold the packaging together.
2.
Remove the top cover and top foam inserts.
3.
Remove the outer box.
4.
Carefully lift the chamber off the pallet. This should be done with at least four people.
Preparation For Use
1.
Inspect the chamber for signs of shipping damage.
2.
Read this entire manual.
3.
Select a suitable location to install the chamber.
4.
Install the Water Recirculation System Filter Cartridge if it is not already installed.
5.
Fill the water reservoir (located on the top of the chamber) with 1-gallon minimum to 2
gallons maximum of supermarket-grade distilled water or deionized water.
Do not use
unfiltered tap water! Do not use lab-grade double-distilled water!
6.
Attach the power cord to the receptacle on the chamber. Plug the chamber into the power
source as designated on the model label.
7.
Perform following the procedure “How to verify the chamber performance” in the
Maintenance chapter of this manual to make sure that no damage has occurred in shipment.
Installation Location
The chamber will produce a moderate amount of heat during normal operation. Locate the
chamber in an area with adequate ventilation to prevent excessive heat build-up. The chamber
must be on a solid and level surface that is rated to hold at least 200 pounds.
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WARNING:
The power cord is equipped with a grounded/polarized plug. To prevent a
shock hazard, DO NOT defeat the ground or polarization feature. This device
MUST be plugged into a properly grounded and polarized outlet.
!
CAUTION:
The minimum clearance you should allow for proper ventilation must be at
least 12" from the rear of the chamber.
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CAUTION:
This chamber is designed for operation in a conditioned laboratory
environment. Operation above 30°C (85°F) or below 16°C (60°F) ambient
room temperature is NOT recommended.
