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4 Safety warnings!
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Leave at least 8” – 12” of free space around and
above the unit. Adjacent structures surrounding
the unit should be non-flammable and the area
should be well-ventilated.
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Follow fire department guidelines, always store a
multi-purpose dry chemical fire extinguisher in
your laboratory in proximity to the furnace and
ensure that your employees have been properly
trained in its use.
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Never wear loose fitting or hanging garments
while using this furnace. Be careful when rea-
ching for items stored around the furnace.
Flammable material could ge ignited if brought
into contact with any of the unit’s hot surfaces
and may cause severe burns to the user.
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Do not set the furnace or vacuum pump next to
uninsulated heat sources (e.g. other furnaces or
ovens).
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Soldering in this furnace will considerable reduce
the life of the thermocouple and muffle and will
void the warranty.
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Be sure that the furnace is properly installed per
our instructions and that the selected electrical
outlet is properly grounded.
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For 230/240 V use the grounded Powerf cable
H05W-F3G1, 0 and a standard IEC Socket and
Schuko plug.
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For 100/120V you use the grounded Mains cable
and a standard IEC SJT3xAWG14 Socket and
Schuko plug. (Name?)
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The electrical service provided must be a dedica-
ted line of the proper size according to local elec-
trical codes. Consult a qualified electrician to
ensure that your amperage is sufficient to pre-
vent burdening of any existing circuit.
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Do not use an extension cord with the furnace.
Check with your utility provider for electrical
codes, which apply in your area.
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In case of under voltage, the temperature increa-
se may be delayed.
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Hoses and connections should be checked peri-
odically for fit, wear and damage and replaced or
tightened, as needed.
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All cords and hoses should be located away from
walkways and aisles.
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During certain operations, such as high-tempera-
ture soak or when the chamber is opened after
firing, high temperature convection currents are
created.
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Do not touch the surface of the heating chamber,
the heating elements or the interior surface of
the heating chamber. These surfaces may cause
severe burns.
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Always keep the chamber closed with the lift in
the up position between processes or when the
unit is not in use.
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If the furnace is under vacuum in the “Off” state
for an extended period of time, the O-ring of the
lift plate may adhere slightly.
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Clean the furnace with a dry or slightly damp
cloth. Do not use any solvents. Always discon-
nect power before cleaning.
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When heating the firing chamber, there may be
vibration noises from the heating elements, this
is normal.
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In case of faults or damages that prevent safe
operation, the equipment should not be used,
until the problem is resolved or repaired.
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Turn off the furnace, disconnect the power cord
and wait for the furnace to cool to room tempe-
rature before performing any recommended and
authorized routine maintenance or service, due
to the risk of electrical shock, personal injury or
death.
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Do not attempt to repair, replace or open any
part of your furnace, unless you have read the
manual and the repair or replacement is specifi-
cally recommended therein. Any unauthorized
attempt to repair, replace or open any part of
your furnace could present a safety hazard and
void your warranty. All other servicing, either in-
warranty or out-of-warranty, should be referred to
our Customer Care Center.
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In case of a service, use only original spare parts.
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Unauthorized changes or modifications to hard-
ware or software can create severe safety
hazards, as well as terminate your warranty.
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Children and untrained visitors should never be
left alone or unattended in the area where a fur-
nace is in use. They should never be allowed to
climb or stand on any surface, where the furnace
is situated and being operated from. Items of
interest to children should not be stored in and
around the furnace. Children climbing on and
around the surface where furnace operates could
be seriously injured.
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Do not discard the original packaging materials
and shipping carton of your VARIO furnace.
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When transporting the furnace, use the original
packaging, otherwise you could negate some of
your rights under the warranty for failure to trans-
port and/or return your unit in the original packa-
ging.
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