Vacuum Oven
5-1
VWR Collection
Section 5
Features
1.
Power Switch:
Power is on to the unit when this switch lamp is lit. (To
reset the circuit breaker, turn this switch to Off, then On.)
2.
Control Thermostat and Status Lamp:
Adjust manually to control
oven temperature. A permanently-set bimetallic thermostat (not on the
panel) limits oven temperature at 250°C should the control thermostat
fail.
3.
Vacuum Gauge:
Displays chamber level to 30-inches of mercury.
4.
Vacuum/Vent Valve:
3-way valve draws, holds or releases a vacuum.
5.
Hose Connectors:
Marked "EVACUATE" and "VENT" for 1/4"
flexible tubing to connect to a gas source or vacuum pump.
Control Panel
POWER
TEMPERATURE
CHAMBER VACUUM
CLOSED
EVAC
VENT
EVACUATE
VENT
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3
2
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