
Model Series 160
Plastic Forming Strip Heaters
Quincy Lab, Inc.
Specifications
Overall Dimensions
INCHES W x H x D
(CM) W x H x D
Working Area
Weight (lbs)
SHIPPING
STAND ALONE
WORK SURFACE MAY BE HO
CAU
TION
T
T
AUTION
URFACE MAY BE HO
03-160
OPERATING MANUAL
CAUTION
AND EXPOSED ELEMENT
MODEL
03-160
SHOWN
MODEL
MODEL
13-160
15.125x5.5x7.25 25x5.5x7.25
38.45x14x18.4 63.5x14x18.4 91.4x14x18.4
12"
7 lbs
6 lbs
21"
9 lbs
7 3/4 lbs
HOT SURFACES
MODEL
23-160
36x5.5x7.25
33"
12 lbs
10 1/2 lbs
Standard Electrical*
VOLTS / WATTS
AMPS
* Working Max Operating
Temperature Range (F)
* Measured with workpiece in place - (varies with piece size and length).
115 / 125
1.08
o
/ 410
325
o
115 / 200
1.72
o
/ 435
340
115 / 350
3.02
o
325
o
/ 410
o
Common Unit Construction
Exterior: Powder-Coated Steel Plug/Cord Assy: UL SJOW 18/3
Power Controls: On/Off Toggle & Power Light Heater: Resistive-Tubular Incoloy
Safety Precautions
Read Operating Instructions Thoroughly Prior to Operation
Read Operating Instructions thoroughly prior to operation. Use only a grounded outlet that is rated for
your models' electrical requirement. Conduct periodic maintenance as required. CAUTION:
EXPOSED ELEMENT - Operate unit well away from flammable solvents, gasses and materials.
Operate on non-combustible surface only.
Receiving
After unpacking, verify receipt of correct quantities of each component and that each component has
not suffered any shipping damage. If there are any problems, please refer to the enclosed
Damaged/Missing Item Report.
Issue Rev A 0908
Copyright Quincy Lab Inc. 2008
Quincy Lab Inc. 1925 N. Leamington Ave. Chicago, Illinois 60639 1-800-482-HEAT (4328)
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Set-up
Place the unit face down on a work surface.
Separate the legs of the "no-skid" foot cover strips and place over
the exposed bottom edge of each end cap. FIG. 1
Place the unit upright, with the exposed element facing up and
plug the unit into a grounded outlet. Turn the unit on and allow it to
come up to the operating temperature (approx. 10-12 minutes).
General Operation
FIG. 1
Place the plastic workpiece to be formed on the work
surface with the area to be formed over the element. Turn
the piece over at regular intervals. This will ensure that the
Product Guides
WORK SURFACE MAY BE HOT
CAUTION
plastic is heated evenly throughout its thickness and that it
is not overheated, causing the plastic to bubble or even
scorch. Product guiderails are provided on each side of the
unit to help keep part perpendicular to heating element for
accurate heat-through. Various types of plastics, as well as
Work Piece
thicknesses, will require different heat-through times before
it can be formed. Trial and error testing of scrap pieces will
ensure the best possible results for the actual parts.
FIG. 2
Maintenance
Unit should be turned off and let stand to allow heating element to cool to room temperature before
cleaning. Clean exterior surfaces with a damp cloth or with an all-purpose cleaner. Only area around
heating "element well" should be cleaned. Do not get cleaning solutions on actual heating element
surface. Heating element area should be kept free from all debris at all times to eliminate the risk of fire.
Tech Support
If you have any questions or need technical assistance, please contact Quincy Lab customer support at
Voice: 800-482-HEAT Quincy Lab, Inc.
Fax: 773-622-2282 1925 North Leamington Avenue
Email: information@quincylab.com Chicago, Illinois 60639
Replacement Components - Model's: 03-160, 13-160, 23-160
COMPONENT MODEL PART NUMBER COMPONENT MODEL PART NUMBER
Replacement Element
Replacement Element
Replacement Element
03-160
13-160
23-160
1212-03
1212-13
1212-23
Indicator Lamp
Toggle Switch
6' Cord & Plug
115V 18GA/3 wire
Universal
Universal
Universal
101-2202
301-2251
101-1803
Limited Warranty
Quincy Lab, Inc. warrants to the original purchaser that this product will be free from defects in material
and workmanship under normal use throughout the warranty period. The standard warranty period for
this instrument is 18 months, (3-year coverage on the heater element), from date of
shipment. Please refer to your invoice or shipping documents to determine the
effective warranty period. This warranty covers parts and labor (labor at factory
only), and shipping cost for replacement parts.
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