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ARNSTEAD HERMOLYNE ORPORATION Type FB1300 & FB1400 Furnaces OPERATION AND REPAIR MANUAL AND PARTS LIST SERIES 1049 & 1050 Model Numbers FB1310M, FB1310M-26, FB1314M, FB1315M, FB1318M,FB1310M-33 FB1410M, FB1410M-26, FB1414M, FB1415M, FB1418M, FB1410M-33 LT1050X2 • 12/29/99 Serial Number...
Table of Contents Safety Information ..............................3 Important Information............................3 Warnings ..............................4 Introduction................................5 Intended Use ..............................5 General Usage..............................5 Principles of Operation ..........................5 General Specifications ............................6 Declaration of Conformity ..........................7 Installation ................................9 Unpacking ..............................9 Site Selection..............................9 Electrical Connections ..........................9 Operation ................................10 Power Switch ..............................10 Cycle Light ..............................10 Door Safety Switches ..........................10 Digital Readout ............................10...
Warning the use of this equipment. Warnings alert you to a possibility of personal injury. Your Thermolyne FB1300 Model or FB1400 Model Furnace has been designed with function, reliability, and safety in mind. It is your responsi- Caution bility to install it in conformance with local elec- Cautions alert you to a trical codes.
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Refer to the appropriate Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for information regarding proper handling and recommended protective equipment. For addi- tional MSDS copies, or additional information concerning the handling of refractory ceramic products, please contact the Customer Service Department at Barnstead|Thermolyne Corporation at 1-800-553-0039.
Introduction Intended Use The FB1300 Model and FB1400 Model fur- naces are general purpose laboratory and heat treating furnaces. For optimum element life, observe the following temperature ranges: 100°C (212°F) to 982°C (1800°F) for continuous use, or from 982°C (1800°F) to 1100°C (2012°F) for intermittent use.
General Specifications FB1300 Models Dimensions: (handle not included) Chamber: 4” W x 3.75” H x 4.5” D (10 x 9.5 x 11 cm) Overall : 7.9” W x 13.2” H x 8.5” D (20 x 33.5 x 22 cm) Weight: 15.4 lb. (7 kg)
ENERAL PECIFICATIONS Declaration of Conformity Barnstead|Thermolyne hereby declares under its sole responsibility that this product conforms with the techni- cal requirements of the following standards (-33 models only): EMC: EN 50081-1 Generic Emission Standard; EN 50082-1 Generic Immunity Standard. Safety: EN 1010-1-92 Safety requirements for...
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Furnace Chamber Thermocouple Power Switch Spec. Plate Push to Set Temperature Button Setpoint Cycle Light Digital Readout Temperature Adjustment Figure 1: Front and Back Views...
Electrical Connections The electrical specifications are located on the specification plate on the back of the fur- nace. Consult Barnstead/Thermolyne if your electrical service is different than those listed on the specification plate. Prior to connecting your furnace to your electrical supply, be sure...
Operation Power Switch Warning When power is switched ON, the On/OFF Do not use in the presence of power switch will illuminate and the digital dis- flammable or combustible mate- play will illuminate. rials — fire or explosion may result. This device contains components which may ignite Cycle Light such material.
PERATION Push To Set Temperature Note Button If at any time the Temperature When this button is depressed, the digital dis- Adjustment knob is turned in play will indicate setpoint temperature. When either direction, the setpoint will the button is released, the actual chamber tem- change, even if the Push To Set perature is displayed.
PERATION Sensor Break Protection This controller provides sensor break protec- tion in the event the thermocouple opens. If an open thermocouple condition occurs, the digital display will indicate 5 degrees or less and the power to the heating element will be shut off (CYCLE light will extinguish).
Furnace Loading • For best results of furnace loading, use less than two-thirds of any dimension of Caution the chamber. Maintain a 3/4" clearance Do not overload your furnace between the load and the sides of the chamber or allow the load to chamber.
The resistance wire is high-grade nickel-chromium. except those recommended Some chemicals, notably sulphur, halogens, and by Barnstead|Thermolyne, cyanides, attack this wire at high temperatures, so users should check with avoid spilling these chemicals in the furnace or Barnstead|Thermolyne that heating them any hotter than necessary.
Troubleshooting The Troubleshooting section is intended to aid in defining and correcting possible furnace problems. When using the chart, select the problem category that resembles the malfunc- tion. Then proceed to the possible causes category and take necessary corrective action. Problem Possible Causes Corrective Action...
Maintenance and Servicing Warning Disconnect the furnace from the To Replace Heating Element power supply before servicing. 1. Set the furnace on its top. (See Figure Refer servicing to qualified 3). Remove thermocouple cover. personnel. 2. Remove screw and clamp holding ther- Note mocouple, then grasp the thermocouple Perform only maintenance...
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AINTENANCE AND ERVICING 6. Remove the back insulation block by opening the door and gently pushing it out. Support this insulation block while removing it, as it is quite soft and easily crumbled at the edges. 7. Remove bottom cover to obtain access to terminals.
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AINTENANCE AND ERVICING Make the bend 90°, avoiding exces- sive bending. (The element wires will be exposed at the corner thus formed. This will not affect its life or perfor- mance.) 13. Bend the other side of the element. 14. Place the hearth plate across the open end of the ‘’U”...
AINTENANCE AND ERVICING 19. Replace the back insulation block and back plate. 20. Examine the thermocouple, and, if it is good, reinsert it into the chamber. It should extend about 1-1/2" into the chamber. Make sure porcelain insula- tor is in place for the thermocouple to pass through on the steel back plate.
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AINTENANCE AND ERVICING 5) Disconnect the thermocouple from the terminal block by removing the screws on the terminals. Pull the thermocouple through the hole in the furnace base and discard. 6) Insert the new thermocouple into the back of the furnace until the tip extends Note 1-1/2"...
AINTENANCE AND ERVICING To Replace Insulation 1. Remove thermocouple cover. 2. Set furnace on its top and remove screw and clamp securing thermocou- ple, then grasp thermocouple and remove by pulling it straight back. Retain porcelain feed-through insulator. Warning 3. Remove back plate. Disconnect furnace from power supply before servicing.
AINTENANCE AND ERVICING 14. To remove top insulating piece and hearth collar, position the furnace on its side. Remove both objects from fur- nace. 15. Reposition furnace on its top. Reinsert new hearth collar and the new top piece of insulation. Insert the new side pieces of insulation last.
AINTENANCE AND ERVICING Identify or mark wires disconnected from door switches to ensure proper place- Warning ment and connection when reinstalling. Disconnect furnace from power supply before servicing. 3. Remove two screws from door switches and slide door switches out. 4.
AINTENANCE AND ERVICING 4. Install new solid state relay and recon- nect wires. 5. Replace bottom cover and turn furnace upright. 6. Reconnect furnace to power supply. Warning To Replace PC Board Disconnect furnace from power supply before servicing. (Controller) 1.
Wiring Diagram YEL. YELLOW FB1310M-33 ONLY Ref. Description CN1 Control Pilot Light Fuse Fuse Capacitor Heating Element Resistor, Pot Relay, Solid State Switch, Power Switch, Door Switch, Door Switch, Setpoint Terminal Block Terminal Block, TC Thermocouple...
All parts listed herein may be ordered from the Barnstead|Thermolyne dealer from whom you purchased this unit or can be obtained promptly from the factory. When service or replacement parts are needed we ask that you check first with your dealer.
(1) year, the parts necessary to remedy any such defect. The warranty period shall commence either six (6) months following the date the product is sold by Barnstead|Thermolyne or on the date it is purchased by the original retail consumer, whichever date occurs first.