Electrothermal MEL-TEMP 1101D, MEL-TEMP 1102D Instruction Book

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MEL-TEMP .
1101D 115V ~ 50/60Hz
1102D 230V ~ 50/60Hz
Digital Melting Point

INSTRUCTION BOOK.

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Please take your time to read your MEL-TEMP Digital Melt Point Apparatus

CONTENTS

Section 1

Introduction

Page 3

Section 2

Symbols and using this Instruction book

Page 4

Section 3

Safety Information.

Page 5

Section 4

Unpacking and contents

Page 7

Section 5

Installation

Page 8

Section 6

Environmental Protection.

Page 9

Section 7

Product Operation.

Page 10

Section 8

Technical Specification.

Page 17

Section 9

Maintenance

Page 19

Section 10

Customer Support

Page 21

Section 11

Spares and Accessories

Page 22

Section 12

EC declaration of Conformity Notes

Page 24

Appendix A

Decontamination Certificate.

Page 23

instruction book in order to understand the safe and correct use of your new
Electrothermal product.

It is recommended the Responsible Body for the use of this equipment reads this
Instruction book and ensures the user(s) are suitably trained in its operation.

© The copyright of this Instruction book is the property of Electrothermal. This instruction book is supplied by
Electrothermal 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 authorized in writing by
Electrothermal. Electrothermal reserve the right to alter, change or modify this instruction book without prior
notification.

In the interest of continued development Electrothermal 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. Registered address

Electrothermal.
Electrothermal House.
Unit12A, Purdeys Way.
Purdeys Industrial Estate.
Rochford,
Essex. SS4 1ND
Great Britain.
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1. INTRODUCTION.

Your MEL-TEMP Digital Melting Point Apparatus has been designed for general purpose
laboratory use in which samples submitted for analysis are enclosed in a glass capillary tube and
brought to a melt point condition under strict controlled parrameters of time and temperature.

An advanced Microcontroller and step through menu system accuratly controls the oven
temperature and ramp rate. Melt temperatures can be viewed using the keypad.

Two ramp rates are offed. A quick ramp is provided to define the approximate melt temperature of
your sample while the slower ramp rate is provided to accurately attain the true melt temperature
of your chemical sample.

White LED oven illumination assists in the clear viewing of melt samples.

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2. SYMBOLS AND USING THIS INSTRUCTION BOOK

Caution, risk of danger. See note or adjacent
symbol.

Recyclable Packing Material

Do not dispose of product in normal domestic
waste.

Refer to this Instructions book.

Bio Chemical Hazard. Caution required. Will

require decontamination.

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.

To prevent injury or equipment damage it is the manufacturer’s recommendation that

all persons using this equipment are suitably trained before use.

2.2. Symbols defined.

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3. SAFETY INFORMATION.

Ensure the Mains Power Supply conforms to rating found on the
data plate located on the underside of your MEL-TEMP melting
point power supply.

Do not attempt to gain access to the inside of the Power Supply.
There are no serviceable parts inside.

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. (Consult
your organization’s practice).

Ensure equipment is used on a clean, dry, non-combustible, solid
work surface with at least 300mm suitable clearance all around
from other equipment.

Do not position the MEL-TEMP Melting Point Apparatus so that it is
difficult to connect / disconnect from the Power Supply.

Do not immerse any part of this equipment in water / fluid.

It is not recommended to leave any heating apparatus unattended
during operation.

Only use Original Equipment Manufacture’s Parts and Accessories.
Ref Section 11.

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.

This product has been designed for safe operation when used as detailed in accordance with the
Manufacturer’s instructions.

NOTE: Failure to use this equipment in accordance with the manufacturer’s operating instructions
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.

This equipment is classified as Class O (EN60519-2) with regard to over temperature protection
and should be used accordingly.

3.1. Prevention of Fire and Electric Shock.

3.2. General Safe Operating Practice.

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Do not operate or handle any part of this product with wet hands.

Do not lean or stretch over the unit when in operation especially

when capillary tubes are located in the oven.

Do not to look directly at the LED oven illumination light source
while turned on.

Take care when handling glass capillary tubes. They may hot when
removed from the oven.

Take care with the cut ends from capillary tubes. Always dispose of
used capillary tubes in a safe manner.

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For your future reference
please record your products
Serial and Model numbers.

Unit Serial Number

Unit Model/Cat Number.

Item

Description

Qty 1

Power supply

1

2

Power Supply mains lead

(Illustration only- supplied type may
be different).

1

4

Operating and safety
Instructions book

1
5

Capillary tubes

1

6

MEL-TEMP Melting point
product

1
7

Lens Hood

1

Note: Additional Packing material may be
present.

4. UNPACK AND CONTENTS.

4.1. Please check the contents of your carton against the diagram.

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5. INSTALLATION.

5.1. Electrical Safety and Installation.

5.1.1. This equipment is designed to safe 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 overvoltage’s typically present on the mains supply.

Applicable rated pollution degree 2.

5.1.2. Check the voltage on the PSU data label. Ensure the rating conforms to your local

supply.

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