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1. Introduction
The application of new technology has led to the creation of these modern magnetic stirrers for laboratory use whose basic
features are safety, reproducibility of results, high performance and energy saving. The structure of the unit is made out of
aluminum treated with epoxy resins offering a high resistance to the many chemical aggressions typical of the laboratory
environment. A wide central recess on both sides offers a good grip and facilitates bench-top handling whilst the handle
moulded directly into the rear of the die-cast structure can be used to transport the instrument once it has been
disconnected from the power supply. The structure is designed so that accidental liquid spills cannot reach the internal parts
of the unit. The electrical connections are recessed into the rear of the instrument and offer optimum electrical protection of
the external electrics in the case of liquid spills.The engineering of the unit facilitates internal inspection if technical
assistance is required.
The heating plate is made out of aluminum alloy with special coating and is specially treated to ensure:
• Optimum heat distribution and a high specific power thanks to the circular configuration
• Optimum temperature homogeneity across the plate
• High resistance to thermal stress and thermal shock, chemical aggressions, scratches and surface abrasions.
Magnetic stirring is generated by the VELP Scientifica Patented Composite Magnet driven by an asynchronous mono-phase
brushless motor in alternating current which offers a virtually unlimited duration.
NOTE
: using the heating plate at high temperatures may cause discoloring. This does not alter the thermal, mechanical and
chemical resistance of the plate in any way.
2. Assembly and installation
Check the integrity of the unit after unpacking. The box includes:
•
Heating Magnetic Stirrer
•
Instruction manual
2.1 Electrical connections
After having unpacked the instrument, place the unit on the laboratory bench.
Before connecting the instrument to the power supply, make sure that the values on the rating plate correspond to those of
the power supply. The equipment shall be connected to a power socket with protective earth connection, using only the
power supply cord provided with the instrument.
Ensure that the socket and the relative cut-off device conform to current safety norms and are easy to reach.
NOTE:
the mains cable must remain far away from the hot plate.
2.2 Start-up
Rotate the speed (right) and temperature (left) knobs completely to the left. Place the flask containing the sample and a
suitable magnetic stirring bar on the stirring plate. Then, set the speed and temperature by turning the dedicated knobs.
3. Operating controls
REGULATION KNOBS
The right knob on the front of the unit can be used for quick precision regulation of
mixing speed from 100 to 1500 rpm. The left one is for temperature, up to 370 °C.
ON-OFF SWITCH
The on-
off switch turns the unit on and off. If the switch is in the “OFF” position the
unit is off; if the switch is in the “ON” position the unit is on.
Always turn the unit off after use.
3.1 Using the thermoregulator VTF (Available only for AM4X model)
Screw the threaded support rod (optional accessory, A00001069) into its seat on the back of the instrument and fasten the
VTF thermoregulator onto the support rod. Place the temperature probe in the receptacle making sure that it is completely
immerged in the sample. Connect the two instruments (Heating Magnetic Stirrer and VTF) by plugging the VTF into the
dedicated socket on the back of the instruments. Select the operating temperature required on the VTF thermoregulator.
Turn the temperature control knob on the front panel of the Heating Magnetic Stirrer to maximum. The heating magnetic
stirrer always has primary control of the heating plate temperature. When using the VTF thermoregulator always select the
max temperature on the Heating magnetic Stirrer. The temperature control function of the heating plate can also be used
as a safety thermostat. In this case the maximum temperature of the heating plate will not exceed the temperature setting
on the Heating magnetic Stirrer meaning that a longer heating time is required in order to reach the VTF thermoregulator
temperature setting.
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