Large-Format Hot Plates & Stirrers
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing this Cole-Parmer product. To get the best performance from the
equipment, and for your own safety, please read these instructions carefully before use.
Before discarding the packaging check that all parts are present and correct.
This equipment is designed to operate under the following conditions:
❖ For indoor use only
❖ Use in a well ventilated area
❖ Ambient temperature range +5°C to +40°C (+41°F to +104°F)
❖ Altitude to 2000 m (6500 ft)
❖ Relative humidity not exceeding 80%
❖ Power supply fluctuations not exceeding 10% of nominal
❖ Overvoltage category II IEC60364-4-443
❖ Pollution degree 2 IEC664
❖ Use with a minimum distance all round of 200 mm (8 in.) from walls or other items
If the equipment is not used in the manner described in this manual and with accessories other than
those recommended by the manufacturer, the protection provided may be impaired.
Electrical Installation
THIS EQUIPMENT MUST BE GROUNDED
Before connection please ensure that the line supply corresponds to that shown on the
rating plate located on the base of the unit.
Power requirements:
230V Models Power
04801-63 600 W
04805-44 600 W
04805-28 650 W
04807-02 1200 W
04807-14 1250 W
The 230 V Models are provided with a UK 3-pin and a “Schuko” 2-pin plug. At the time of this
printing, there are no 120 V models available for purchase. Please contact Cole-Parmer for further
information about the availability.
Should the cable not be suitable for connecting to the power supply, replace the plug with a suitable
alternative.
THIS OPERATION SHOULD ONLY BE UNDERTAKEN BY A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN.
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NOTE: Refer to the equipment rating plate to ensure that the plug and fusing are suitable for the
voltage and wattage stated.
The wires in the power cable (230 V) are colored as follows:
BROWN - HOT/LIVE
BLUE - NEUTRAL
GREEN/YELLOW - EARTH
Should the power cable need replacing, a cable of 1mm
2
of harmonized code H05W-F connected
to an IEC320 plug should be used.
IF IN DOUBT CONSULT A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN
The appropriate power cable should be connected BEFORE connection to the power supply.
Safety Advice
❖ HIGH TEMPERATURES ARE DANGEROUS as they can cause serious burns to operators and
ignite combustible material. Users should be aware of the following safety advice:
❖ USE CARE AND WEAR PROTECTIVE GLOVES TO PROTECT HANDS.
❖ DO NOT use combustible substances near hot objects.
❖ NEVER lift or carry the instrument until it has been switched off and allowed to cool for at least 30
minutes. The hot warning light will give guidance.
❖ The unit should be carried using both hands with the fingers under the side edges.
❖ NEVER move or carry the unit with containers on the top plate or while still connected to the
power supply.
❖ There is a danger of liquid spillage if containers are over-filled and stirred at high speed. Always
build stirrer speed slowly and never stir more rapidly than necessary.
❖ NEVER place a cold glass vessel onto a hot plate which is already hot.
❖ NEVER use a support rod longer than 600 mm (23.6 in.).
❖ When a support rod is installed with apparatus attached, or when swivelling support rods, take
care that there is sufficient weight on the plate to prevent the whole unit tipping over.
❖ When using a support stand, in order to provide the unit with adequate ventilation the base of the
support stand must NOT exceed 19.5 mm (0.75 in.) in height and 125 mm (5 in.) in width.
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