Techne FGT6 User Manual download pdf (Page 3)

2. 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 Barloworld Scientific the protection provided might be impaired.

This equipment is designed to operate under the following conditions: -

For indoor use only

Use in a well ventilated area

Ambient temperature range +5°C to +40°C

Altitude to 2000m

Relative humidity not exceeding 80%

Mains supply fluctuation not exceeding 10%

Over-voltage category II IEC60364-4-443

Pollution degree 2

Use with a minimum distance all around of

200mm from walls or other items

The unit should be carried using both hands.

Do not use in a hazardous atmospheres or with hazardous materials.

Never move or carry the unit when in use or connected to the mains electricity supply.

In the case of mains interruption, the unit will not restart on restoration of the electricity supply.

In the case of mains interruption, the unit will reset on restoration of the electricity supply.

3. General Description

The Techne Gelation Timer is the ideal instrument for accurate measurement and quality control for the gelation of

resin or adhesive based samples in the laboratory. Before leaving the factory each instrument is calibrated and

certificated. All models have digital timers, with the output time in 1 minute increments up to 9999 minutes, for the

1 RPM model (GT5), and in tenths of a minute up to 999.9 minutes, for the 10 RPM model (GT6). Accuracy of

indicated gelation time is ±2% at a specific temperature.

4. Preparation for Use – All models

4.1 Electrical Installation

THIS INSTRUMENT MUST BE EARTHED

Before connection please read and understand these instructions and ensure that the line supply corresponds to

that shown on the rating plate.

Voltage variants for these instruments are 230V 50Hz, 230V 60Hz, 120V 50Hz & 120V 60Hz. The power

consumption of each unit is 5W.

This unit is supplied with a mains lead which requires a rewirable mains plug to be fitted.

IT IS IMPORTANT THAT THIS OPERATION SHOULD ONLY BE UNDERTAKEN BY A QUALIFIED

ELECTRICIAN

NOTE: Refer to the equipment’s rating plate to ensure that the plug and fusing are suitable for the voltage and

wattage stated.

The wires in the mains cable are coloured as follows:

1 2 3 4 5 6

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