Argos Nova Microcinerator User Manual
Nova™ Microcinerator
Operating Instructions
Consignes d' utilisation
Instrucciones de operaciones
Bedienungsanleitung
S3010 - 100V
S3011 - 120V
S3022 - 220V
S3024 - 240V
© 2005 Argos Technologies Inc.
www.argos-tech.com
Argos Technologies, Inc. 1551 Scottsdale Court, Suite 200, Elgin, IL 60123,
Tel (US) 800-886-8675, Tel (outside US) 847-622-0456, Fax 847-622-0454
Page Subject
2 Product Description and Environmental Conditions
3 Materials and Specifications
4 Symbols Used
5 Warranty Information
5 Getting Started
6 Part Descriptions
7 Sterilizing Loops and Needles
8 Tilting the Burner Head
9 Maintenance, Care & Safety Precautions
10 Trouble Shooting
11 Replacement Parts Ordering Information
12-13 Accessories
14 Repair Service
15-16 Replacing the Sterilizing Element
Thank you for purchasing the Nova™ Microcinerator. Maintained properly, this instrument
will give years of trouble free service. Please take the time to read the instructions
thoroughly before you use this product.
The Nova™ Microcinerator is a very easy to use loop and needle sterilizer. Most types of
reusable loops and needles, including nichrome and platinum can be used; however, if you
have any questions concerning your particular application, please contact your local
distributor.
sterilize your loops in just 5 – 7 seconds. There are no gasses, flames or infectious
splatter to worry about. Please review the accessories page for our full range of
complimentary products.
a) For indoor use.
b) Altitude up to 2 000 m;
c) Temperature 5 °C to 40 °C;
d) Maximum relative humidity 80 % for temperatures up to 31 °C
decreasing linearly to 50 % relative humidity at 40 °C;
e) MAINS supply voltage fluctuations up to ±10 % of the nominal voltage;
f) This product is designed to withstand transient overvoltages typically present on the
MAINS supply. Category II of IEC 60364-4-443.
g) The Rated Pollution degree is normal.
Important: If this product is subjected to humidity levels of over 80%, please allow 48 hours in a
normal laboratory environment for the product to stabilize before using.
The space saving Nova™ Microcinerator with unique tilting burner head will
Environmental Conditions
Contents
Product Description
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Materials and Specification
Voltages Materials:
Part No S3010 - 100V, 50 HZ, 235W, 2.3 amps Stainless Steel 316
Part No S3011 – 120V, 60 HZ, 200W, 1.6 amps Anodized aluminum
Part No S3022 – 220V, 50 HZ, 200W, .94 amps Acetal
Part No S3024 – 240 V, 50 HZ,200W, .83 amps Spring Steel
Polycarbonate
Dimensions: Epoxy painted cast aluminium
Packed: 300x300x200, 2.3kilos Ceramic
Unpacked 240(max)x200x180, 1.2kilos
Ceramic Element Insulation
Colour: White
Basic Composition: Alumina-silica
Recommended Use Limit: 1083˚C (2000˚F)
Melting Point: 1790˚C (3260˚F)
Typical Dry Density: 190-290kg/m
Specific Heat Capacity at 1093˚C (2000˚F): 1130J/kg˚C (0.27Btu/lb˚F)
Tensile Strength – 6.4mm (1/4”): Wet= 1.2x10
Dry= 3.5x10
3
(12-18lb/ft3)
5
N/m2(17psi)
5
N/m2 (50psi)
Hot Gas Erosion Resistance: Test procedure based on British
Gas Council Research Comm.
GC173 = over 30.5m/sec (100ft/sec)
Chemical Analysis: Al
SiO
Fe
TiO
34.5%
2O3
62.8%
2
0.64-0.80%
2O3
0.54-1.37%
2
Alkali 0.23%
Normal Shelf life one year in unopened containers
Ceramic Element Core – Mullite
Density (g/cm
3
): ≥ 2.65
Flexural Strength, 3 or 4 pts @ 20˚C (MPa): ≥ 80
Linear Thermal Expanding Coefficient (1x10.6mm/˚C):≤ 6
Dielectric Strength (@20˚C KV/mm): ≥ 18
Dielectric Constant (1MHz @ 20˚C): ≤ 7.5
Volume Resistivity (@100˚C, Ωcm: ≥ 10
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Service Temperature: 1500˚C
Chemical Analysis: Al
SiO
Fe
69%
2O3
28%
2
0.9%
2O3
Other 2.1
3
Symbols Used
T A
Easily touched
high
temperature parts
IMPORTANT:
If this product is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the
protection provided by the equipment may be impaired.
All personnel who operate and maintain the equipment are trained in its
operation and safe use.
Time Lag Fuse Amperes Protective
Conductor
Terminal
4
The Nova™ Microcinerator is guaranteed free from defects in workmanship and materials
for a period of one year after the customer receives the product. This DOES NOT include
the Sterilizing Element, which is guaranteed for six months. In order to qualify for
warranty repair, the customer must return the warranty card supplied with the unit that
includes all of the information required to validate proof of purchase.
Should warranty service be required, repair or replacement will be provided by Argos
without charge. Freight expense shipping the unit to Argos will be the responsibility of the
purchaser. There are no other warranties or guarantees, implied or otherwise expressed,
including any warranties of application or merchantability.
Damage caused from improper use or maintenance will not be covered by this warranty
agreement. In such cases the warranty will be considered null and void.
Please check the voltage of your unit before unpacking.
1. Remove all protective packaging from your Nova™ Microcinerator. Note - the cork
bung protecting the element MUST be removed before switching on the unit.
2. Check to ensure the Sterilizing Element is free from debris.
3. Attach the power cord supplied into the rear of the base unit. Plug the opposite end of
the cord in to a suitable power outlet.
NOTE: Use of a 2-pronged adapter IS NOT
4. Adjust the burner unit to a comfortable position (see page 7). Always allow your
Nova™ Microcinerator to cool for one hour before adjusting the burner head or
moving to a new location.
5. Flip the rocker switch to “on” to activate the unit. Note, the switch should illuminate
red.
6. The Nova™ Microcinerator will reach 816C/1500F degrees within 10 minutes after the
unit is switched on. The Nova™ Microcinerator can be left on for extended periods of
time.
ATTENTION: DO NOT touch any part of the heating guard or end caps when
the Nova™ Microcinerator is in the “on” position or for one hour after being
turned off!
WARRANTY INFORMATION
Getting Started
recommended.
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