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To clear error press the stop button.

Problem

Cause

Solution

Unit fails to power on

Missing or blown fuse

Add or replace fuse as necessary.

If problem persists, please contact your VWR representative for repair.

E1

Faulty temperature sensor

This error cannot be fixed by the end user.

Please contact your VWR representative for repair.

E2

Heating element failure

This error cannot be fixed by the end user.

Please contact your VWR representative for repair.

E3

Unit cannot reach set-point

Use Single Point Calibration instructions to calibrate to external temperature device 

(Advanced option only). If problem persists, please contact your VWR representative 

for repair.

Errors will cause heating function to cease.

Summary of Contents for Advanced Melting Point Apparatus

Page 1: ...1 Instruction Manual Basic Melting Point Apparatus Advanced Melting Point Apparatus ...

Page 2: ...rcanlab com warranty for Canadian residents For your reference make a note of the serial number date of purchase and supplier here Serial Number Date of Purchase Supplier Table of Contents Package Contents 1 Warranty 1 Installation 2 Maintenance Servicing 2 Environmental Conditions 2 Equipment Disposal 2 Safety Instructions 3 4 Standards Regulations 3 4 Specifications 5 Basic Control Panel 6 Opera...

Page 3: ...removed promptly after the unit has cooled down DO NOT use a cleaning agent or solvent on the front panel which is abrasive or harmful to plastics nor one which is flammable Always ensure the power is disconnected from the unit prior to any cleaning If the unit ever requires service contact your VWR representative Intended Use The VWR Melting Point Apparatus intended for general laboratory use Saf...

Page 4: ...immerse the unit for cleaning DO NOT operate the unit if it shows signs of electrical or mechanical damage The main supply power cord provided with this product is rated to safely handle the products electrical load under the stated environmental conditions DO NOT replace the cord with an inadequately rated main supply cord The Melting Point Apparatus is designed to be operated in dry conditions D...

Page 5: ...s il semble avoir subi des dommages électriques ou mécaniques Le cordon d alimentation principal fourni avec ce produit est calibrée pour supporter en toute sécurité le chargement des produits électriques dans les conditions définies NE PAS remplacer ce cordon avec un cordon d alimentation principal mal classé Les appareil à point de fusion sont conçus pour fonctionner à sec Ne pas verser d eau d ...

Page 6: ...50 60 Hz 120V 0 75 amps 85 watts 230V 0 50 amps 110 watts Fuses 5mm x 20mm 250V 5 amp quick acting Temperature range ambient 5 C to 400 C Temperature accuracy 1 Temperature resolution 1 C 0 1 C Heat up time to 400 C 6 minutes Ramp rate 2 C min 0 1 C to 10 C min Memory N A 1000 tests 4 temperatures per test Controls see page 6 see page 9 Ship weight 4lbs 1 81kg 4 5lbs 2 04kg ...

Page 7: ...utton Start heating to set temperature start ramping to melt temperature view data C Stop button Stop ramping and return to set temperature stop viewing data turn heater off return to standby mode D Up and Down Arrows Scroll through temperature values to set scroll though date and time to set scroll through data to view Basic Melting Point Apparatus Control Panel A B C D ...

Page 8: ...and the heater will turn off to prevent indefinite heating 5 Insert Sample into Oven a Insert 1 3 capillary tube s containing the prepared sample s closed end first into the opening on top of the oven Wait 30 seconds to stabilize before continuing to Step 6 6 Start Ramping to Melt Temperature a After the capillary tubes have been inserted into the oven press Start to start heating to the melt temp...

Page 9: ...a new set temperature is required use the Up and Down Arrows to select a new temperature Repeat Steps 4 8 to continue testing with the new set temperature 11 If testing is complete Press Stop after Step 8 to turn the heater off and return to standby mode 12 Unplug unit when it is not in use Basic Melting Point Apparatus Operating Instructions Cont d SET DATE AND TIME BASIC ONLY 1 Hold Set button a...

Page 10: ...ve Melt 2 save Melt 3 save Melt 4 view data save data to unit save data to USB B Stop button Stop ramping and return to set temperature turn heater off move on to next prompt return to standby mode C Up and Down Arrows Scross through temperature values to set Scroll through date and time to set Scroll through ramp rate to set Scroll through saved data D Numeric keys enter temperature ramp rate tes...

Page 11: ... tighten the knob to hold the arm in place 3 Standby Mode a When the unit is plugged in the date time and actual temperature will be shown on the LCD screen This is the unit in standby mode 4 Set Temperature a Press the Select button b Use the numeric buttons to select a temperature or Up and Down Arrows c When the correct temperature is displayed on the screen press Select 5 Set Ramp Rate a After...

Page 12: ...press Stop to move on to the next prompt 11 Save Data to Unit a After Stop is pressed Save Data to Unit will be shown on the display b To move on to the next prompt without saving data to the unit press Stop c To save the data for the test that was just completed press Select When saving is complete display will move on to next prompt 12 Save Data to USB a After data is saved to the unit or Stop i...

Page 13: ...ayed hold Stop and Up Arrow buttons at the same time for 3 seconds 7 When SPC Temp is displayed enter the experimental melting point determined in Step 2 8 Press Select to exit calibration mode and return to normal heating CALIBRATE TO EXTERNAL TEMPERATURE PROBE 1 Turn unit on 2 Insert Calibration USB Accessory 3 Set desired temperature 4 When Set Temp Reached is displayed insert external temperat...

Page 14: ...s error cannot be fixed by the end user Please contact your VWR representative for repair E2 Heating element failure This error cannot be fixed by the end user Please contact your VWR representative for repair E3 Unit cannot reach set point Use Single Point Calibration instructions to calibrate to external temperature device Advanced option only If problem persists please contact your VWR represen...

Page 15: ...ck Start Guide Label 549622 00 4 Control Board 349323 00 5 Display Board 349320 00 6 Power Supply 349322 00 7 Power Entry Module Assembly 349330 00 8 Rubber Foot 4 530052 00 Detachable 92 234cm power cord 120V 330100 00 Euro plug 330101 00 Basic Melting Point Apparatus Replacement Parts ...

Page 16: ... 00 3 Lower Arm Bottom 249404 00 4 Lower Arm Top 249408 00 5 Adjustment Knob Large 549620 00 6 Membrane Switch 349326 00 7 Control Board 349323 00 8 Display Board 349320 00 9 Power Supply 349322 00 10 Power Entry Module Assemly 349330 00 11 Rubber Foot 4 530052 00 Detachable 92 234cm power cord 120V 330100 00 Euro plug 330101 00 ...

Page 17: ...LC Accessories for Melting Point Apparatus Accessory Type Description Compatibility Part Number Capillary Tube pack of 100 Capillary tubes with one end open Basic Advanced 949VWMPCAP Cooling Block Metal block for oven to reduce cooling time Basic Advanced 949VWMPCOOL Calibration USB Allows single point calibration to an external temperature device Advanced 949VWCALUSB ...

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