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determination. The instrument has sufficient internal storage capacity for an almost unlimited number
of preset method programs and typically between 250 and 350 result files
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. When required, result
files can be transferred from the instrument to a USB flash drive for external storage and archiving.
When a melting point measurement is started the
MP-800D
heats up to the pre-programmed plateau
temperature at the maximum rate before stabilising at the plateau temperature for two minutes. The
MP-800D
will then start to heat at the pre-programmed rate until the melt is complete or until the
device reaches a pre-determined end temperature. Once a melt determination has been completed,
cooling is automatically engaged until the instrument reaches 50°C.
The user is able to review the result file and video, reprocessing the automatically determined results if
required. The results can also be printed off on the accessory printer.
4. Preparation for use
4.1 Electrical installation
THIS INSTRUMENT MUST BE EARTHED
Before connecting the instrument, please read and understand these instructions and ensure that the
electrical supply corresponds to that shown on the rating plate. This unit is designed for use with a
supply rated at 100-230V AC, 50-60Hz. The power consumption of the unit is 150W. The unit is
fitted with an IEC socket at the rear of the instrument for connection of the mains lead.
Caution: Fuses are fitted in both live and neutral lines.
The unit is supplied with two mains leads fitted with IEC plugs for connection to the instrument. One
lead has a UK 3 pin plug and the other has a 2 pin “Shuko” plug for connection to the mains supply.
Choose the lead appropriate for your electrical installation and discard the other. Should neither lead
be suitable take the lead with the UK plug and replace the plug with a suitable alternative. This
involves cutting off the moulded plug, preparing the cable and connecting to the rewireable plug in
accordance with its instructions.
IT IS IMPORTANT THAT THIS OPERATION SHOULD ONLY BE UNDERTAKEN BY A QUALIFIED
ELECTRICIAN.
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:
LIVE
BROWN
NEUTRAL BLUE
EARTH
GREEN/YELLOW
The appropriate mains lead should be connected to the instrument BEFORE connection to the mains
supply. Should the mains lead require replacement, a cable of 1mm
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of harmonised code H05VV-F
connected to an IEC320 plug should be used. The UK mains lead is protected by a 10A fuse mounted
in the plug top.
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Inadequately rated replacement mains leads, which do not meet the specification above,
should not be used.
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The number of result files that can be stored on the
MP-800D
is largely dependent upon the runtime and size.
