Electrothermal EM0050/CE, EM0100/CE, EM0250/CE, EM0500/CE, EM1000/CE Instruction Manual
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EM , SERIES ELECTROMANTLES.
INSTRUCTION BOOK
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Please take your time to read this Instruction book in order to understand the
Contents.
Section 1.
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Section 2.
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Section 3.
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Section 4.
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Section 5.
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9
Section 6.
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Section 7.
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Section 8.
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Section 9.
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Section 10.
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Section 11.
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Section 12.
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Section 13.
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Appendix ‘A’
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Bibby Scientific Limited.
safe and correct use of your new Bibby Scientific product.
It is recommended the Responsible Body for use of this equipment reads this
Instruction book and ensures the user(s) are suitably trained in its operation.
Introduction
Symbols and using this instructions book.
Safety Information.
Unpack and Contents.
Installation.
Environmental Protection.
Product Operation.
Technical Specification.
Maintenance
Replaceable Parts and Accessories
Customer Support
Notes
EC Declaration of Conformity.
Decontamination Certificate
© The copyright of this instruction book is the property of Bibby Scientific Limited. This instruction book is
supplied by Bibby Scientific Limited on the express understanding that it is to be used solely for the
purpose for which it is supplied. It may not be copied, used or disclosed to others in whole or part for any
purpose except as authorised in writing by Bibby Scientific Limited. Bibby Scientific Limited reserves the
right to alter, change or modify this document without prior notification.
In the interest of continued development Bibby Scientific Limited reserve the right to alter or
modify the design and /or assembly process of their products without prior notification.
This product is manufactured in Great Britian by Electrothermal, part of the Bibby Scientific Group
of companies.
Beacon Road,
Stone,
Staffordshire ST15 0SA,
Great Britain.
Tel: +44(0)1785 812121
Fax: +44(0)1785 810405
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1. INTRODUCTION.
1.1. The Bibby Scientific series of heating mantles has been specifically designed to
provide a comprehensive answer to heating fluids in round bottomed glassware in
the modern laboratory. It combines the traditional Electrothermal heating element
with many new features thus providing the user with several options to meet different
applications.
1.2. Heating control is provided by a built-in solid state energy regulator. Non stirring
mantles can be used with an external controller. (Please contact distributor /
manufacturer for details).
1.3. The enclosures of individual heating mantles EM’s are manufactured from chemical
resistant Polypropylene.
1.4. The products are provided with ventilation slots underneath and around the rim to
ensure a low enclosure surface temperature. The heating element is retained in
thermal Rockwool to create a heating cartridge that facilitates very easy replacement
in the event of any damage. On all EM sizes up to 1 litre a single support clamp is
provided at the rear of the unit. On the 2, 3 and 5 litre models there are three rod
support clamps. The EMV’s and EMX’s have a hole in the base to enable funnels or
bottom outlet flasks to be heated. All EM’s are supplied with support rods and
clamps.
1.5. Bibby Scientific offers a comprehensive range of Mantles, and Controllers. The
Mantles range from the Standard cool-to-touch vented case EM, with element
temperatures between ambient and 450 deg C. The Standard EM Mantle has
Controlled /C, Spill-Proof EMX, V-Shaped EMV, Heating and Stirring EMA with
single or bi-directional stirring options. Capacities for round-bottomed glassware
ranging from 50ml up to 5,000ml, plus funnel options. Replacement heater cartridges
are available.
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2. SYMBOLS AND USING THIS INSTRUCTION BOOK
2.1. Throughout this Instruction book the following symbols are shown
to identify conditions which pose a hazard to the user, or to identify actions that
should be observed. These symbols are also shown on the product, or its
packaging. When a symbol is shown next to a paragraph or statement it is
recommended the user takes particular note of that instruction in order to prevent
damage to the equipment or to prevent injury to one’s self or other people.
The Responsible Body and the Operator should read and be familiar with this
Instruction book in order preserve the protection afforded by the equipment.
To prevent injury or equipment damage it is the manufacturers
recommendation that all persons using this equipment are suitably trained
before use.
2.2. Symbols defined.
Caution, risk of danger. See note or
adjacent symbol.
Protective conductor terminal to be
earthed.
(Do not loosen or disconnect).
Caution / risk of electric shock
Recyclable Packing Material.
Do not dispose of product in normal
domestic waste.
This symbol adjacent to an indication lamp
means mains power Off/On when lamp nonilluminated / illuminated
This symbol adjacent to a switch denotes the Off
condition for mains power.
This symbol adjacent to a switch denotes the ON
condition for mains power.
This symbol adjacent to a switch denotes the Off
condition for the Heater or Stirrer.
This symbol adjacent to a switch denotes the On
condition for a Heater or Stirrer.
Caution. Hot surface.
Refer to Instructions book.
This symbol denotes stirrer speed
control.
This symbol adjacent to the stirrer
switch denotes the bi-directional stir
condition with auto-reverse.
Material irritant to skin. When handling
wear face mask to BS/EN 149 and
protective gloves
This symbol indicates an output terminal for the
equipment.
This symbol indicates an input terminal for the
equipment.
This symbol adjacent to an indication lamp
means the heater power Off / On when lamp
non-illuminated / illuminated.
This symbol adjacent to the stirrer switch
denotes the uni-directional stir condition.
This symbol adjacent to the stirrer switch
denotes the stirrer manual capture condition or
stirrer off.
Bio Chemical Hazard. Caution required. Will
require decontamination.
Hot Zone on product
EM, EM/E, EMV,
EMX.
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DO NOT
Never
Do not
Do not
Do not
Do not
Do not
Do not
Do not
Do not
3. SAFETY INFORMATION.
This product has been designed for safe operation when used as detailed in accordance with
the Manufacturers instructions.
NOTE: Failure to use this equipment in accordance with the manufactures instruction book
may compromise your basic safety protection afforded by the equipment and may invalidate
the warranty / guarantee. The warranty / guarantee does not cover damaged caused by faulty
installation or misuse of the equipment
3.1. Prevention of Fire and Electric Shock.
To prevent a risk of fire or electric shock,
case without authorisation. Only qualified Service personnel should
attempt to repair this product.
Replace fuses only with the type as listed in section, ‘Technical
Specifications and Parts and Accessories’ (See fuse type and rating).
Ensure the Mains Power Supply conforms to rating found on the data
plate located on the back of this product.
Operate this equipment without connection to earth / ground.
Ensure the mains supply voltage is correctly earthed / grounded in
accordance with current area legislation.
3.2. General Safe Operating Practice.
Always follow good laboratory practice when using this
equipment. Give due recognition to your company’s safety and
legislative health & safety procedures and all associated legislation
applicable to your areas of operation. Check laboratory procedures for
substances being heated and ensure all hazards (e.g. explosion,
implosion or the release of toxic or flammable gases) that might arise
have been suitably addressed before proceeding. When heating
certain substances the liberation of hazardous gases may require the
use of a fume cupboard or other means of extraction.
Ensure equipment is used on a clean, dry, non-combustible, solid work
surface with at least 300mm suitable clearance all around from other
equipment.
position the product so that it is difficult to disconnect from the
mains supply.
touch the heating element or any glass vessel whilst in use.
open your product
lean or stretch over equipment, glassware and fixings when in
use.
immerse unit in water or fluids.
spill substances onto the mantle. If spillage does occur,
disconnect unit from mains supply and follow instructions as detailed
in Maintenance. (Section 9).
cover the mantle whilst in use.
block or obstruct
ventilation slots / airways.
leave equipment switched on without a charged flask(s).
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Do not
Do not
ATTENTION:
-
as the insulation used may obstruct the convection
cooling airways around the rim of the cartridge enclosure and cause
the mantle to overheat.
It is not recommended to leave any heating apparatus unattended
during operation.
Only use Original Equipment manufactures spares and accessories.
Ref Section 10.
Stirring versions of this equipment generate magnet fields. Keep all
metal objects and magnetic data devices (e.g. credit cards) away from
the stirrer unit.
The equipment is not spark, flame or explosion proof and has not been
designed for use in hazardous areas in terms of BSEN 6007914:1997. Keep flammable, low flash point substances away from the
apparatus.
Keep the Mains cord and moulded IEC plug and lead set away
from the heating surface.
thermally insulate the exposed upper section of the vessel(s),
operate or handle any part of the product with wet hands.
With high energy input and certain configurations of glassware in
EMV & EMX products, where the heating contact of the glassware is
relatively small, localised heating and subsequent ‘bumping’ of the fluid
being heated may occur. Application advice should be sought from the
manufacturer.
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‘A’
‘V’
‘X’
3 or 6 =
‘S’
‘C’
‘E’
4. UNPACKING AND CONTENTS.
4.1. Product Identification:
A Catalogue number allocated to each type of mantle is descriptive. The method of coding is
detailed below.
First and second Characters EM Series
Next Character
Next Character (if Multi bank)
Next four Characters Flask size in ml. 0050, 0100, 0500, 1000,
Next Character after the /
Next Character
Last Characters No Characters = 230V, X1 = 115V,
The following family tree outlines product variants.
unit with stir facility.
Bottom opening for funnel.
Spillproof (Stainless Steel liner) with
bottom opening for funnel.
3 way or 6 way.
2000, 3000, 5000.
Spillproof (Stainless steel liner).
Controlled.
Earthed screen.
X7 = 220V with Chinese mains lead
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Item
Description
Qty
1
1
2
A/R
3
1
4
1
Please check the contents of your carton against the relevant product diagram.
Applicable to all EM product.
No
Instruction book
Mains cord and moulded IEC plug
and lead set
(May differ from illustration depending on
destination).
EM product (Model shown EMA)
Stir bar (only on EMA)
For future reference
please record your
products Serial and
Model Numbers.
Serial Number Unit Model/Cat Number
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Blue
or
White
=
Neutral
Brown
or
Black
=
Live / line
hot.
5. INSTALLATION.
5.1. Electrical safety and installation.
5.1.1. This equipment is designed to be used safely under the following conditions:-
• Indoor use.
• Altitude up to 2000 meters.
• Temperatures between 5°C and 40°C.
• Maximum relative humidity 80% for temperatures up to 31°C decreasing linearly
to 50% relative humidity at 40°C.
• Mains supply voltage fluctuations up to ± 10% of the nominal voltage.
• Transient overvoltages typically present on the mains supply. Overvoltage
category II
• Applicable rated pollution degree 2.
5.1.2. This equipment must be earthed / grounded to a fixed earth / grounded
mains socket outlet. The mains supply is to earthed / grounded in accordance with
current legislation. See Technical Specification for recommended fuse ratings.
5.1.3. Ensure only the correct rated mains input fuses are fitted. (Where applicable
ensure the correct Mains cord and moulded IEC plug and lead set fuse if fitted).
See Technical Information Section 8 of this Instructions book.
5.1.4. Check the voltage on the product data label on this product unit and those of any
accompanying electrical accessory. Ensure the rating conforms to your local
supply.
5.1.5. This product should be connected to a mains supply source which incorporates a
RCD or GFCI device that has a tripping current of 30mA or less. The RCD or GFCI
residual Current Device cuts off power to the equipment immediately it detects a
current leakage fault. For example, cutting off the power when there is an
accidental liquid spillage in a mantle protected with an earth (ground) screen.
5.1.6. Do not install this product or accessories on a surface which may
become flooded.
5.1.7. The unit is supplied with a Mains cord and moulded IEC plug and lead set wired
as follows.
Green / Yellow
5.2. Observation: the surface of the heating element of a mantle cartridge will upon receipt
look slightly discoloured. This discolouration is normal and occurs at the factory during
test when the mantle is first heated up.
5.3. Bibby Scientific controllers, series MC227 / MC228 / MC242 / MC5 and MC810B, can
also be used for external control when the mantle is used in a fume cupboard. NOTE:
External controllers cannot be used for EMA or EMEA products.
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or
Green = Earth / Ground
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