Leica MATS, User Manual

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Leica MATS – Safety concept

The Leica thermocontrol system MATS may only be used in
closed facilities. The following installation sites must be
excluded:

• Where flammable gas, corrosive gas oil mist and particles

that can deteriorate electrical insulation are generated or are
abundant. 

• Where highly intense vibration or impact is generated or

transferred. 

• Near high voltage power lines or where inductive interfer-

ence can affect the operation of the Leica thermocontrol
system MATS. 

• Sites which create condensation water or humidity or are

exposed to direct sunlight. 

The process value displayed at the control unit corresponds to
the temperature of the table surface. If the specimen in a petri
dish or on a slide glass indicates a lower temperature
compared to the displayed process value, adjust the set value
to obtain a proper specimen temperature. Otherwise, the 
specimen could be damaged.

If the sensor malfunctions, the surface may become 
very hot.

•

Dielectric strength: 2 sec. at 1350 V AC between power
supply terminal and ground terminal

•

Insulation resistance: 500 V Mega more than 100 M

Ω

minimum between power supply connection and ground
connection

•

Fire protection: Temperature cannot be set higher than 50 °C

•

Fuse: T AC250V 1.6 A

•

The Leica thermocontrol system MATS is electromagneti-
cally compatible in accordance with the directive 89/336/EEC 
and can be operated at the same time as other electrical
appliances.

Place of use

Temperature control

Protective measures 

of the manufacturer

Safety regulations