GenLab E3 Series Operating Instructions

Operating Instructions E3 Drying Cabinets
UNPACKING
Remove all packaging material from between the shelves and inner walls of the cabinet.
Remove any strippable lm from the outer surfaces before putting the cabinet into use.
MAINS SUPPLY
Check the voltage and load as shown on the serial plate.
240 volt units. Each unit comes supplied with a mains connection lead already tted with a correctly rated fuse. The fuse rating and other
details for each unit are shown on the voltage plate which is riveted to the back of the unit. It is important that if the fuse needs to be replaced,
it must ONLY be replaced with one of the correct rating.
110 volt units are supplied with a cable but without a plug or fuse. Refer to the voltage plate for the correct fuse requirement.
These units should be wired in by a suitably quali ed electrician to the following:-
BROWN 'L' Live pin
BLUE 'N' Neutral pin
GREEN/YELLOW 'E' Earth pin
MAINTENANCE - ROUTINE CHECKS ON EACH OCCASION OF USE ...
Check the condition of the supply lead and plug top.
Connect to the mains supply and check:
Supply switch operation.
A temperature check can be done by using a suitable temperature probe inserted 100mm into the cabinet via the vent. If the cabinet requires a
temperature adjustment, see 'Calibration' section in the full manual.
PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE
Ensure that the unit is situated in a clean, dry condition and when not in use, stored in a normal warm atmosphere.
The following checks are recommended every six months:
- Check the plug top connections are tight and the fuse rating is correct.
- Check the operation of the overheat protection system by warming the oven to a set temperature. Then using the Set Point page, set the Set
Point temperature 15 º C lower. An alarm message should then appear on the screen to show both oven sensor and safety sensor values (image
shown on opposite page). Ensure these are the same and then increase the Set Point back to its normal condition.
- Carry out a portable appliance test (PAT) using an appropriate appliance tester operated by a competent person.
- Check that the control temperature is maintained within limits.
WARNING: The following precautions MUST be observed:-
Do not place items with excess water into the cabinet, e.g. drain glassware before use.
Do not place the cabinet ush to a wall. A small gap must be left to allow free circulation of air.
Clean o any spillage from the cabinet oor.
THIS UNIT IS NOT SUITABLE FOR USE WITH FLAMMABLE SOLVENTS.
GENERAL
Take the normal precautions not to allow water to come into contact with the electrical components.
The outer surfaces can be cleaned with a warm, damp, soapy cloth or any proprietary cleaner suitable for a painted surface. Do not use solvents
or harsh abrasives.
The work chamber may also be cleaned as above.
WARNING --- DO NOT CONNECT THE OVEN TO A D.C. MAINS SUPPLY