The Clifton Range - 3 Year Warranty
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Metal top units:
The metal top plate should be cleaned using a damp cloth and a mild detergent solution.
Cleaning is made easier if spillages are attended to promptly. In any case, spillages of acids
and alkalis MUST be removed immediately as these chemicals can attack and damage the
the surface of the aluminium alloy. Ensure that the appropriate safety precautions are
observed.
Preparation of Media
Take particular care when heating liquids having a high viscosity. Viscous liquids can act as thermal
insulators and can cause thermal breakage of the glassware. This is very important with media
solutions as the viscosity will usually increase as the temperature rises.
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Check that the stirring action is sufficient to agitate the whole of the liquid. Unstirred areas in the
liquid can result in uneven heat transfer and “hot spots” in the glassware. This can induce thermal
stress and so cause failure.
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Check the stirring action regularly to ensure that it remains adequate as the viscosity of the solution
increases.
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Always use the largest magnetic follower possible and, if necessary, use a mechanical overhead
stirrer.
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Do not use glass vessels with thick walls, e.g. Pyrex Heavy Duty Ware or standard beakers and flasks
having capacities of 5 litres or greater.
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NEVER heat glass bottles on a hotplate.
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Ensure that the heat is built up slowly to avoid localised overheating.
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Ensure the glassware is completely free from scratches or other defects.
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Place the hotplate in a tray large enough to contain the liquid in the event of glassware failure.
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Wear the appropriate safety clothing - e.g. gloves, goggles, protective apron etc.
Accessory
A rod is available to support apparatus used with the instrument. The instrument is equipped with a
fitting on the rear to accept the support rod (see figure 2). To fit the rod to your instrument, first
isolate from the mains supply and allow to cool. Then simply screw the threaded end of the support
rod into the fitting on the rear of the instrument.
Servicing and Repair
This product range does not require any routine servicing.
Note: There are no internal user replaceable parts.
In the event of product failure it is recommended that any repair is only undertaken by suitably
qualified personnel. For advice or to receive a service manual please contact the Service Department
of Nickel-Electro Ltd.
Only spare parts supplied by Nickel-Electro Ltd or its agent should be used. Fitting of non-approved
parts may affect the performance of the safety features of the instrument and void warranty.
Note: The magnetic stirrer drive utilises strong magnets.
If in doubt, please contact the Service Department of;
Nickel-Electro Ltd, Oldmixon Crescent, Weston-Super-Mare, North Somerset BS24 9BL
Tel: +44 (0)1934 626691 Fax: +44 (0)1934 630300
Email: clifton@nickel-electro.co.uk www.nickel-electro.co.uk
