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9. 

MAINTENANCE 

 

9.1.  General Information 

 

 Unplug the unit from the mains input voltage supply and allow it to cool before 

undertaking any maintenance tasks. 
 

Maintenance should only be carried out under the direction of the Responsible Body, by a 

competent electrician. Failure to do so may result in damage to the product and in extreme 
cases be a danger to the end user. 
 
With proper care in operation this equipment has been designed to give many years of reliable 
service. Contamination or general misuse will reduce the effective life of this product and may 
cause a hazard. 
 
Maintenance for the unit should include: 
 

 

Periodic electrical safety testing (an annual test is recommended as the minimum 
requirement). 

 

Regular inspection for damage with particular attention to the mains lead and plug set. 

 

Routine cleaning of the equipment should be undertaken using a clean cloth. 

 
 

DO NOT USE SOLVENTS FOR CLEANING ANY PART OF THIS EQUIPMENT. 

 

9.2.  Fuse Replacement. 

The mains fuse holder is located at rear your product. Refer to Technical S

pecification, ‘Fuse 

Rating’ for correct fuse type and rating. Turn your product off and remove it from the mains 
supply.  Open fuse draw and remove fuses. Fit replacement fuses and close the draw. 

 

 

 

 
 
 
 
 
 

9.3.  Replacing the Heater Mat. 

 
WARNING: 

The Insulation Pressure Plate contains insulation made from Refractory Ceramic 

Fibres (RCF) classified as a category 2 carcinogen under EU Directive 67/548/EC.  Follow the 
guidelines for working with RCF as laid down in the ECFIA Code of Practise. 

 

In the event of a heater element becoming open circuit the following procedure 
should be adopted for its replacement. 
 
9.3.1.  Unplug and disconnect the unit from the power source. 
 

Содержание MH6616

Страница 1: ...Page 1 of 20 M6627 Issue 7 0 SLIDE DRYING BENCH MH6616 X1 X6 INSTRUCTION BOOK ...

Страница 2: ... Page 20 Appendix A Decontamination certificate Page 16 The copyright of this instruction book is the property of Electrothermal This instruction book is supplied by Electrothermal on the express understanding that it is to be used solely for the purpose for which it is supplied It may not be copied used or disclosed to others in whole or part for any purpose except as authorised in writing by Ele...

Страница 3: ...ounting stage Accepting up to 50 slides it has the facility for drying slides in different orientations The temperature control is provided by a built in energy regulator controlling temperature up to 100 C The case and top are painted aluminium The various options for mounting slides on the equipment are summarised in section 7 2 ...

Страница 4: ...to one s self or other people The Responsible Body and the Operator should read and be familiar with this Instruction book in order preserve the protection afforded by the equipment To prevent injury or equipment damage it is the manufacturer s recommendation that all persons using this equipment are suitably trained before use 2 2 Symbols defined Caution risk of danger See note or adjacent symbol...

Страница 5: ...round Ensure the mains supply voltage is correctly earthed grounded in accordance with current area legislation 3 2 General Safe Operating Practice Always follow good laboratory practice when using this equipment Give due recognition to your company s safety and legislative health safety procedures and all associated legislation applicable to your areas of operation Check laboratory procedures for...

Страница 6: ...ous areas in terms of BSEN 60079 14 1997 Keep flammable low flash point substances away from the apparatus Do not operate or handle any part of this product with wet hands Do not touch the heating surface whilst in use Do not lean or stretch over equipment Keep the Mains Plug and Lead set cable away from the heating surface ...

Страница 7: ...27 Issue 7 0 4 UNPACKING AND CONTENTS Please check the contents of this carton against the diagram For your future reference please record your products Serial and Model numbers Unit Serial Number Unit Model Cat Number ...

Страница 8: ...ly is to be earthed grounded in accordance with current legislation 5 1 3 Ensure only the correct rated mains input fuses are fitted Where applicable ensure the correct mains cable fuse if fitted See Technical Information Section 8 of the Instruction book 5 1 4 Check the voltage on the product data label of this unit Ensure the rating conforms to your local supply 5 1 5 It is recommended this unit...

Страница 9: ...Equipment Directive WEEE Please contact your distributor supplier for further information For end users outside of the EU consult applicable regulations 6 4 This product should only be dismantled for recycling by an authorised recycling company This product and accessories must be accompanied by a completed Decontamination Certificate prior to any disposal Copies of the Certificate are available f...

Страница 10: ...tor 8 Temperature control regulator knob and On Off switch 9 Mains input IEC socket 10 Data plate label 7 2 Place the slides to be dried on the bench surface The slides can be arranged on the bench in a number of ways as illustrated 7 3 Connect the unit to the mains power ensuring the correct voltage is being applied The White Power on Neon will illuminate 7 4 Set the temperature control regulator...

Страница 11: ...m 3 x 1 Mains Supply Power 230V AC or 115 100V AC 50 60Hz Mains Power Lead set UK 13A BS1362 3 core earthed ground 2 meters long Moulded IEC plug and Lead set supply cord H05 V V F Replace only with equivalent cable Mains Power Lead set Europe 3 core earthed ground 2 meters long Moulded IEC plug and Lead set supply cord H05 V V F Replace only with equivalent cable Mains Power Lead set USA 3 core e...

Страница 12: ...ion for damage with particular attention to the mains lead and plug set Routine cleaning of the equipment should be undertaken using a clean cloth DO NOT USE SOLVENTS FOR CLEANING ANY PART OF THIS EQUIPMENT 9 2 Fuse Replacement The mains fuse holder is located at rear your product Refer to Technical Specification Fuse Rating for correct fuse type and rating Turn your product off and remove it from...

Страница 13: ...n the top plate This will reduce the risk of damage to the insulation 9 3 4 Remove any wire ties now disconnect the heater leads from the amber neon 9 3 5 Connect the replacement mat 9 3 6 Replace wire ties and insulation and hinge the heater into position over the insulation 9 3 7 Place Top plate in position and refit all the fixing screws 9 3 8 The Responsible Body shall check the electrical saf...

Страница 14: ...ds Before using any cleaning or decontamination method the Responsible Body should check with the manufacturer the proposed method will not damage the equipment Prior to further use the Responsible Body shall check the electrical safety of the unit Only if all safety requirements are met can the unit be used again The above procedure is intended as a guide Should spillage occur with a toxic or haz...

Страница 15: ...8 Slide Support Rod Qty 4 AZ9139 AZ9139 Rubber Feet Qty 4 AZ9140 AZ9140 Neon Clear AZ9141 AZ9142 Neon Amber AZ9143 AZ9144 Handles Qty 2 AZ9145 AZ9145 Energy Regulator AZ9127 AZ9128 Control Knob AZ9133 AZ9133 Fuse AZ9039 F1 25A AZ9040 F2 5A Plug and lead set UK M6902 Plug and lead set Europe M6332 Plug and lead set USA M6288 ...

Страница 16: ...estions by deleting YES NO as applicable and by providing details in section 2 below A Blood body fluids Pathological specimens YES NO Provide details if YES B Biodegradable material that could become a hazard YES NO Provide details if YES C Other biohazard YES NO Provide details if YES D Chemical or substances hazardous to health YES NO Provide details if YES E Radioactive substances State name s...

Страница 17: ...d support in using this product please contact at the following address Electrothermal Electrothermal House Unit12A Purdeys Way Purdeys Industrial Estate Rochford Essex SS4 1ND Great Britain Tel 44 0 1702 303350 Fax 44 0 1702 468731 E Mail info electrothermal com ...

Страница 18: ...Page 18 of 20 M6627 Issue 7 0 12 NOTES ...

Страница 19: ...Page 19 of 20 M6627 Issue 7 0 ...

Страница 20: ...the email address info electrothermal com Electrothermal Electrothermal House Unit12A Purdeys Way Purdeys Industrial Estate Rochford Essex SS4 1ND Great Britain Tel 44 0 1702 303350 Fax 44 0 1702 468731 Email info electrothermal com Http www electrothermal com For the America s and Canada contact Techne Incorporated 3 Terri Lane Suite 10 Burlington NJ 08016 USA Toll free 800 225 9243Tel 609 589 25...

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