Chapter 3 – Operation
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TestEquity TEC1 Thermoelectric Temperature Chamber
Loading the Chamber
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WARNING:
Do NOT put items in the chamber that can emit corrosive vapors or
substances.
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WARNING:
This chamber is NOT a curing oven. There are NO provisions for venting
fumes.
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WARNING:
The chamber door must remain closed while the chamber is operating. If you
need to open the door while the chamber is operating, wear safety goggles to
prevent the high velocity airflow from blowing particles or objects into your
eyes.
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CAUTION:
If your test sample is energized, it may be capable of raising the workspace
temperature beyond safe limits. This could occur if your test sample exceeds
the live load rating of the chamber or if the chamber’s cooling system fails.
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CAUTION:
To prevent damage to your test sample and the chamber’s thermoelectric
devices, do not exceed the live load rating of the chamber.
Live Load Rating
Temp
+37°C
+23°C
+15°C
+10°C
Watts
90 W
50 W
35 W
20 W