DB-3D with RS232 Dri-Block® Operator’s Manual Issue 2 Date of issue: 3rd May 2005.
DB-3D with RS232 OPERATOR’S MANUAL CONTENTS DB-3D with RS232 Operator’s Manual page SAFETY and INSTALATION English Français Deutsch Español Italia 4 6 8 10 12 THE DRI-BLOCK® 14 SPECIFICATION Working Environment 15 16 OPERATION Preparation The overtemperature cutout When you switch on The front panel controls Setting the operating temperature RS232 communication with the DB-3D After use 17 17 18 19 19 21 22 23 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Insert blocks Operator maintenance Calibration Replacement parts 2
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DB-3D with RS232 OPERATOR’S MANUAL Introduction Please read all the information in this booklet before using the unit. Warning HIGH TEMPERATURES ARE DANGEROUS: they can cause serious burns to operators and ignite combustible material.
DB-3D with RS232 OPERATOR’S MANUAL After use When you have finished heating samples, remember that parts of the unit – the tubes, blocks and associated accessories – may be very hot. Take the precautions listed earlier. Guarantee The unit is guaranteed against any defect in material or workmanship for the period specified on the enclosed guarantee card.
DB-3D with RS232 OPERATOR’S MANUAL Introduction Veuillez lire attentivement toutes les instructions de ce document avant d’utiliser l’appareil. Avertissement DANGER DE TEMPERATURES ELEVEES : les opérateurs peuvent subir de graves brûlures et les matériaux combustibles risquent de prendre feu.
DB-3D with RS232 OPERATOR’S MANUAL 6. Les symboles situés sur ou à côté de l’interrupteur de l’appareil ont la signification suivante : I : arrêt O : marche Après utilisation Lorsque vous avez fini de chauffer les échantillons, n’oubliez pas que certaines parties de l’appareil - les éprouvettes, leurs supports et autres accessoires - risquent d’être très chaudes. Il est donc recommandé de toujours prendre les précautions citées plus haut.
DB-3D with RS232 OPERATOR’S MANUAL Einleitung Bitte lesen Sie diese Bedienungsanleitung komplett bevor Sie dieses Gerät benutzen. Warnung HOHE TEMPERATUREN SIND GEFÄHRLICH: sie können dem Bediener ernsthafte Verletzungen zufügen und brennbare Materialien können sich leicht entzünden. Techne hat bei der Konstruktion dieses Gerätes sehr darauf geachtet, daß der Bediener vor Gefahren geschützt ist.
DB-3D with RS232 OPERATOR’S MANUAL Nach dem Gebrauch Vergessen Sie nicht, daß Teile des Gerätes (die Gefäße, die Blöcke und andere Zubehörteile) nach dem Erhitzen von Proben noch sehr heiß sein können. Bitte beachten Sie die oben genannten Vorsichtsmaßnahmen. Garantie Die Garantiedauer des Gerätes ist auf der beiliegenden Garantiekarte angegeben und schließt Fehler im Material oder der Verarbeitung ein. Die Garantiedauer beginnt am Tag des Einkaufs.
DB-3D with RS232 OPERATOR’S MANUAL Introducción Le rogamos lea cuidadosamente la información contenida en este folleto antes de manipular el aparato. Aviso LAS TEMPERATURAS ELEVADAS SON PELIGROSAS: pueden causarle graves quemaduras y provocar fuego en materiales combustibles.
DB-3D with RS232 OPERATOR’S MANUAL Después de su uso Cuando haya finalizado el calentamiento de muestras, recuerde que las piezas del equipo, tales como tubos, bloques y demás accesorios, pueden estar muy calientes. Tome las precauciones mencionadas anteriormente. Garantía Este aparato está garantizado contra cualquier defecto material o de fabricación durante el periodo especificado en la tarjeta de garantía adjunta.
DB-3D with RS232 OPERATOR’S MANUAL Introduzione Prima di utilizzare l’apparecchio, leggere tutte le informazioni contenute in questo manuale. Attenzione Le alte temperature sono pericolose: possono causare ustioni gravi all’utilizzatore e possono causare la combustione di materiale infiammabile.
DB-3D with RS232 OPERATOR’S MANUAL Dopo l’uso Quando avrete terminato di riscaldare i campioni, ricordate che le parti dell’apparecchio – le provette, i loro supporti e gli altri accessori – possono essere bollenti. Seguire le precauzioni elencate in precedenza. Garanzia L’apparecchio è garantito contro ogni difetto del materiale o fabbricazione per il periodo specificato sul certificato di garanzia accluso.
DB-3D with RS232 OPERATOR’S MANUAL THE DRI-BLOCK® Please read all the information in this manual before using the unit. Techne's Dri-Block® heaters provide a safe, dry, constant temperature source in the laboratory. You can use the units for incubation, boiling, inactivation, wet ashing, sample concentration, enzyme analysis and many other clinical and industrial purposes.
DB-3D with RS232 OPERATOR’S MANUAL SPECIFICATION The DB-3D with RS232 Dri-Block® This unit has a recessed chamber which can hold up to three interchangeable insert blocks which accept test tubes or other sample containers. The Temperature is set by 3 front panel buttons with digital display. The DB-3D is supplied with an extraction tool for removing the insert blocks from the unit.
DB-3D with RS232 OPERATOR’S MANUAL Working Environment (all units) The Dri-Block® units are designed to work safely under the following conditions: Ambient temp. range 5°C to 40°C Humidity Up to 95% relative humidity, non-condensing Note: The control specifications are quoted for an ambient temperature of 20°C for units fitted with 3 insert blocks type F3506. The specification will be closely held if the ambient temperature is in the range 10°C to 30°C.
DB-3D with RS232 OPERATOR’S MANUAL OPERATION Preparation 1. Select the insert block(s) appropriate to the application. A list of available blocks is given on page 22 of this manual. Ensure that both the underside of the block(s) and the top of the hotplate are clean; efficient heat conduction between these two surfaces is essential. Top view showing three insert blocks in place 2.
DB-3D with RS232 OPERATOR’S MANUAL Setting the Overtemperature Cut-out DB-3D An adjustable overtemperature cut-out is fitted to these units. As supplied it is set to remove power from the heater should the block temperature exceed approximately 210°C. If you need to prevent the block temperature exceeding a lower value, the overtemperature cut-out may be re-adjusted downwards. Note that the cut-out should be set to trip at least 5°C above the maximum desired operating temperature.
DB-3D with RS232 OPERATOR’S MANUAL When you Switch On When you first switch on, the display will show the edition of the software which your unit uses. For example software issue "1" would be shown as follows: It will display this for 1 second, then the actual temperature of the platten will be indicated. The Front Panel Controls The front panel controls consist of three buttons for controlling the display, a four digit LED display and three indicators.
DB-3D with RS232 OPERATOR’S MANUAL The DOWN ARROW Button When the SET temperature button is held down and the button is pressed, the set temperature is decreased. DOWN ARROW Speed of Change of Set Temperature Each press of the UP ARROW or DOWN ARROW buttons will increase or decrease the set temperature by 0.1°C.
DB-3D with RS232 OPERATOR’S MANUAL Over-Temperature Indicator If the unit should, for any reason, exceed the temperature set for the overtemperature cutout (see page 17), the over-temperature indicator will light. The heater will have been switched off and the unit will begin to cool even if the heater light is on (the light staying on or not depends on which circuit has sensed an over-temperature). Setting the Operating Temperature 1.
DB-3D with RS232 OPERATOR’S MANUAL RS232 Communication with the DB-3D You can communicate with the DB-3D via a computer and the port on the back of the Dri-Block using the RS232 cable supplied with the Dri-Block. Settings The Communication port settings are 9600 baud, no parity, 8 data bits and one stop bit (9600, n, 8, 1). Recieving temperatures The command to recieve the block temperature is the letter T and the Dri-Block will return a fixed length string: TB+1234.56LF>.
DB-3D with RS232 OPERATOR’S MANUAL After Use 1. When you have finished heating samples, remember that parts of the unit – the tubes, blocks and associated accessories – may be very hot. Take the precautions listed earlier. We recommend that the blocks should be allowed to cool to 70°C before being removed from the Dri-Block®. They will still have to be handled with care 2.
DB-3D with RS232 OPERATOR’S MANUAL ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Insert Blocks Insert blocks are made of aluminium alloy and must be ordered separately from the heater units.
DB-3D with RS232 OPERATOR’S MANUAL Operator Maintenance NOTE THAT THIS EQUIPMENT SHOULD ONLY BE DISMANTLED BY PROPERLY TRAINED PERSONNEL. REMOVING THE SIDE, FRONT OR REAR PANELS EXPOSES POTENTIALLY LETHAL MAINS VOLTAGES. THERE ARE NO OPERATOR MAINTAINABLE PARTS WITHIN THE EQUIPMENT. In the unlikely event that you experience any problems with your Dri-Block ® which cannot easily be remedied, you should contact your supplier and return the unit if necessary.
DB-3D with RS232 OPERATOR’S MANUAL Calibration Remember that if you change the calibration from that set at the factory you may change the calibration at all temperatures. You may get different calibration with different blocks. Make sure that you have good thermal contact between the blocks and the heater platen in the Dri-Block. In order to ensure that the calibration you are setting is correct, you will need to use an independent calibrated probe or thermometer.
DB-3D with RS232 OPERATOR’S MANUAL Replacement Parts The following parts may be obtained from your Techne dealer if replacements or alternatives are required: Part Number 6101308 FCABLEUK FCABLEEU FCABLEUS FMW11 FMW12 F4466 Description Extraction tool Mains cable with 13amp UK plug (5 amp fuse) Mains cable with R/A Schuko plug Mains cable with 3 pin US plug Techne HI-TEMP 96 TM well plate, pack of 25 HI-TEMP 96 TM well cover, pack of 50 Plastic half block P A G E 27
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