APPENDIX 1:
Installation instructions for HP-1M and HP-4M warming plates
for use with TCAT-2LV and TCAT-2DF controllers
Check contents of package carefully to verify contents comprising:
1.
HP-1M or HP-4M Warming Plate
2.
3 foot long connector cable (Other lengths can be made to order)
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
1.
Attach the round 7-pin connector to mating socket on rear of TCAT-2LV or TCAT-2DF. The
connector is mechanically polarized to prevent incorrect insertion. Once inserted, rotate the outer
ring at the tip of the connector 90° in a clockwise direction to lock in place.
2.
Attach opposite end of cable to the warming plate. This connector is also polarized to pre-
vent incorrect insertion and has a built-in locking tab to prevent accidental removal. To disconnect
from warming plate press down the locking tab and pull back.
3.
A Platinum RTD Sensor built into the plate signals the controller to prevent it from overheat-
ing. Power to the plate is interrupted if the plate temperature exceeds 44° centigrade. If higher plate
control temperatures are required, please call our service department for instructions on how to
change the set point.
4.
A second sensor (Type T thermocouple), described in the Operating Manual for TCAT-2LV
and TCAT-2DF, provides feedback control in the system. For rats this would normally be RET-1 or
RET-2ISO flexible rectal probe and for mice the RET-4 can be used.
If you have questions about a specific application, please call our engineering department at
1-800-452-8510 or 1-973-779-5577, ext 115. Or e-mail us at [email protected]
SPECIFICATIONS
Plate size:
HP-1M:
4.37” wide x 8.5” long x .025” thick
HP-4M:
1.5” wide x 5” long x .025” thick
Power requirements:
12VDC @2Amps (25watts)
Sensor:
Ceramic encapsulated Platinum RTD sensor, nominal resistance
100Ohms @ 0°C
WARRANTY
Physitemp Instruments Inc warrants this product to be free of defects in material or work-
manship for a period of 12 months from date of shipment. Repair or replacement will be
made at no charge at the discretion of Physitemp if the defect is not the result of misuse
or abuse. Physitemp accepts no consequential liability for delay in delivery, alleged faulty
peformance of the product or any other cause.
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