General Description; Preparation For Use - Stuart SCT1 Bedienungsanweisung

2. General Description

The Stuart SCT1 temperature controller is the
ideal instrument for the accurate temperature
control of aqueous and oil based samples in
the laboratory. Designed for use with either the
Stuart metal top (SC162) or ceramic top
(CC162) stirrer hotplates, the SCT1
temperature controller can be used in two
different modes, as a precise temperature
controller from 20 to 200°C or as a digital
thermometer from -4 to 325°C. With digital
setting and display of temperature, the SCT1
temperature controller is accurate to ±1°C.
3. Safety Advice before use
If the equipment is not used in the
manner described in this manual and
with accessories other than those
recommended by Bibby Scientific the
protection provided might be
impaired.
This equipment is designed to operate under
the following conditions: -
For indoor use only
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Use in a well ventilated area
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Ambient temperature range +5°C to +40°C
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Altitude to 2000m
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Relative humidity not exceeding 80%
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Use with a minimum distance all around of
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200mm from walls or other items.
Never move or carry the unit when in use or
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connected to the hotplate.
Do not use in a hazardous atmospheres or
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with hazardous materials
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4. Preparation for use

To use the SCT1 temperature controller with
either the SC162 metal top or CC162 ceramic
top hotplate, place the hotplate on a firm,
level surface.
Open the jaws of the retort clamp on the rear
of the SCT1 temperature controller by turning
the clamp knob anticlockwise. The clamp can
be used with retort rods from 9.5mm to
13mm diameter. Slide the SCT1 on to the
retort rod and tighten by turning clamp knob
clockwise. NB: DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN
Connect the SCT1 temperature controller plug
to the DIN socket at the rear of the hotplate
(figures 1 & 4).
Connect the probe plug to the probe socket
at the rear of the controller (figures 2 & 4).
To ensure the best connection, tighten the
locking collar on the plug by turning
clockwise.
Connect the mains supply lead to the IEC
socket at the rear of the hotplate and switch
on at the mains.
To switch on the SCT1 temperature controller,
turn the heat control on the hotplate
clockwise (figure 3).
NB: The controller power is supplied by
the hotplate
The SCT 1 temperature controller and
hotplate are now ready for use. Correct
communication between the SCT1
temperature controller and the hotplate is
indicated by the illuminated amber control
LED on the front panel of the hotplate.
NB: The hotplate and controller will
perform an automatic self test at switch
on, before the current temperature of the
probe is displayed. The factory default set
temperature is 20°C.