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Quick Guide for WS-1211GPH
Programmable Precision PID Temperature Controller
Version 1.3 (June, 2021)
Auber Instruments
5755 North Point Parkway, Suite 99
Alpharetta, GA 30022
770-569-8420
Introduction
Thank you for shopping the Auber WS series temperature controller. We sincerely appreciate your
decision and trust that our controller will meet your expectations in both the quality of the result
and the value of the product. While we are delighted that you may be anxious to operate the
controller, please still spend a few minutes reading through this manual because this will serve to
enhance your experience in the months and years ahead. In particular, we urge you to read
through the safety warnings below. Although this plug-and-play controller is very easy to use, the
process involves high temperature and high wattage appliances and your safety is paramount.
SAFETY WARNINGS
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This controller is designed only to be used with limited-power device and paring thermal
cutoff protection such as a thermostat or thermal.
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Do not place any objects on the top of controller surface because that may prevent venting
excess heat during its operation.
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The controller can handle a maximum current up to 12 Ampere. For 120 VAC in US or
Canada, this limits the heater power to 1440 watts. Due to its compact size and the splash
proof design for kitchen applications, the controller has a limited ability to dissipate the
heat generated by the internal solid state relay during the initial heat up. The initial full
power heat up process cannot be more than 90 minutes. If you system need take longer
time to warm up, please read Appendix 1 “Managing the heat generated by the controller
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Always place the temperature sensor in your controlled subject (like your smoker)
before you turn on your controller.
Leaving the temperature sensor outside of your
controlled subject will form an open loop operation.
If the sensor is left outside
, the
controller will assume the temperature is low even if the controlled subject is already very
