User Manual

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Introduction
Congratulations on the choice of an Australian made quality product. Labec products are            
manufactured, tested and calibrated to meet published standard specifications under our strict           
qualityassuranceguidelines.
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This Instruction Manual is for the guidance of operators of Labec Heating Block and should be read                
beforetheunitisconnectedtotheelectricitysupply.
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It is hoped that this manual will supply all the information that the customer should require for                
satisfactory operation of the heating block. If, however, there are any questions that remain             
unansweredthenthecustomershouldcontactourServiceDepartment.
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Unpacking
Remove all packing and protective wrapping from both interior and exterior of the unit. Check the               
unit for the possible transit damage. Ensure all ordered accessories are present. If any physical              
damage or shortages are evident, do not discard the packaging material until the unit is inspected               
bythedistributor,agentormanufacturer.
NOTE:Allclaimsforshortageordamagemustbemadewithinfourteendays(14)fromdelivery.
Subject to our standard published conditions of sale, we have reasonable grounds to believe that we               
have ensured, so far as is reasonably practical, that the products listed in our catalogue and               
brochures have been designed and constructed so as to be safe and without risk to health when                
properly installed and used in their environment by appropriate and trained personnel, and where             
applicable,inaccordancewithourpublishedinstructions.
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Installation
Electrical
This equipment must be tagged and tested according to AS/NZS3760:2010 prior to use and             
thereafteronaregularbasisdependentupontheenvironment.
It is preferable to locate the heating block close to a power point and recommended that double                
adaptors are not used. Check the total wattage if connecting to multipoint outlets. Check the rating               
plate for power requirements. Installation is to be carried out by a qualified electrician in accordance               
withthepowerrequirementsoftheproductspecifications.
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Location
Selectalocationfreefromdraughtandawayfromdirectsunlightorotherheatsource.
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TemperatureControl
Labec heating blocks are fitted with solid state proportional action digital temperature controllers            
which operate from a sensitive thermocouple or Rtd inserted in the working space of the chamber.               
The controller has been calibrated at 250°C and before any adjustments to temperature settings are              
made allow the heating block temperature to stabilise for at least one hour. If a digital controller is                 
fitted please read the enclosed operating instructions when setting the controller temperature. AL4            
isthealarmsettingandwillcutoffpoweratthesetvalue. 
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DescriptionofControls
SeeAppendixA
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LaboratoryEquipmentPtyLtdInstructionManual–HeatingBlock 