2. Safety Advice before use
If the equipment is not used in the manner described in this manual and with accessories other than
those recommended by Barloworld Scientific the protection provided might be impaired.
This equipment is designed to operate under the following conditions: -
For indoor use only
Use in a well ventilated area
Ambient temperature range +5°C to +40°C
Altitude to 2000m
Relative humidity not exceeding 80%
Mains supply fluctuation not exceeding 10%
Over-voltage category II IEC60364-4-443
Pollution degree 2
Use with a minimum distance all around of
200mm from walls or other items
The unit should be carried using both hands.
Do not use in a hazardous atmospheres or with hazardous materials.
Never move or carry the unit when in use or connected to the mains electricity supply.
In the case of mains interruption, the unit will not restart on restoration of the electricity supply.
In the case of mains interruption, the unit will reset on restoration of the electricity supply.
3. General Description
The Techne Gelation Timer is the ideal instrument for accurate measurement and quality control for the gelation of
resin or adhesive based samples in the laboratory. Before leaving the factory each instrument is calibrated and
certificated. All models have digital timers, with the output time in 1 minute increments up to 9999 minutes, for the
1 RPM model (GT5), and in tenths of a minute up to 999.9 minutes, for the 10 RPM model (GT6). Accuracy of
indicated gelation time is ±2% at a specific temperature.
4. Preparation for Use – All models
4.1 Electrical Installation
THIS INSTRUMENT MUST BE EARTHED
Before connection please read and understand these instructions and ensure that the line supply corresponds to
that shown on the rating plate.
Voltage variants for these instruments are 230V 50Hz, 230V 60Hz, 120V 50Hz & 120V 60Hz. The power
consumption of each unit is 5W.
This unit is supplied with a mains lead which requires a rewirable mains plug to be fitted.
IT IS IMPORTANT THAT THIS OPERATION SHOULD ONLY BE UNDERTAKEN BY A QUALIFIED
ELECTRICIAN
NOTE: Refer to the equipment’s rating plate to ensure that the plug and fusing are suitable for the voltage and
wattage stated.
The wires in the mains cable are coloured as follows:
