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- Page 1 Type 1700 Furnace OPERATION MANUAL AND PARTS LIST Series 85 Gray Model Numbers FA1730 & FA1730-1 240 volt FA1740 & FA1740-1 FA1736 & FA1736-1 480 volt FA1746 & FA1746-1 FA1738 & FA1738-1 208 volt FA1748 & FA1748-1 LT85X8 • 5/27/08...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents IMPORTANT INFORMATION This manual contains important operating and safety information. You must carefully read and understand the contents of this manual prior to the use of this equipment. Safety Information ..............................3 Alert Signals..............................3 Warnings ..............................3 Introduction................................5 Intended Use ..............................5 Principles of Operation ..........................5 Unpacking ................................6 Installation ................................7... -
Page 3: Safety Information
Safety Information Alert Signals Your Thermo Scientific Thermolyne Type 1700 Furnace has been designed with function, reliability, and safety in mind. It is your responsibility to install it in conformance with local electrical codes. For safe operation, please pay Warning attention to the alert signals throughout the manual. - Page 4 Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for information regarding proper handling and recommended protective equipment. For additional MSDS copies, or additional information concerning the handling of refracto- ry ceramic products, please contact the Customer Service Department at 1-800-553-0039. Figure 1: 1700 Furnace...
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Page 5: Introduction
Introduction Intended Use The Type 1700 furnace is a large capacity furnace used for both general laboratory procedures and as a heat treating furnace. Standard models are intended for appli- cations requiring temperatures from 300°F (150°C) to 1800°F (982°C) for continuous use, or temperatures from 1800°F (982°C) to 2000°F (1093°C) for intermittent use. -
Page 6: Unpacking
After unpacking the furnace, attach the door han- dle, tighten set screw and remove packing material from inside furnace chamber. THE TYPE 1700 FURNACES DO NOT COME WITH A POWER CORD BECAUSE CURRENT REQUIREMENTS ARE TOO GREAT TO BE HANDLED BY ORDINARY POWER CORDS AND STAN- DARD WALL SUPPLY. -
Page 7: Installation
Warning To avoid electrical shock, this furnace Your 1700 Furnace may be wired either directly through a must be installed by a competent, conduit system or by a flexible cable system which con- qualified electrician who ensures com-... -
Page 8: Operation
Operation Door Safety Switch Note The door safety switch removes power from the heating For correct operation consult the oper- elements when the door is opened. Test door switch to ating instructions for the automatic ensure proper operation. If the door switch is not working temperature controller which is intend- properly, consult the Troubleshooting section before pro- ed to be used on this furnace. -
Page 9: Furnace Loading
Furnace Loading For best results of furnace loading, use less than two- thirds of any dimension of the chamber. Place load on Caution hearth plate (PHX2) if not using shelf (PH42X1). Maintain Do not overload your furnace cham- 3/4” - 1” clearance between load and side heating ele- ber. -
Page 10: Maintenance & Servicing
Maintenance and Servicing Warning Warning Please note the following WARNINGS: To avoid electrical shock, this furnace must be disconnected from the power This warning is presented for compliance with California supply prior to maintenance and serv- Proposition 65 and other regulatory agencies and only icing. -
Page 11: To Replace Heating Element
AINTENANCE AND ERVICING • Housekeeping is vital to your electrical fur- nace—KEEP IT CLEAN! Run your furnace up to 1600°F empty occasionally for 3-4 hours to burn off the contamination that may exist on the insu- lation and elements. • Element life is reduced somewhat by repeated heating and cooling. -
Page 12: To Replace Thermocouple
AINTENANCE AND ERVICING To Replace Thermocouple Caution (Type F) Platinell II - Supplied Thermocouple must be matched with the controller! Temperature run-away with Thermolyne Controllers may occur if the incorrect thermocou- ple is used. Contact Customer Service Disconnect furnace from power supply. with model number and serial number of the furnace and controller to ensure Remove the back terminal cover of the furnace... -
Page 13: To Replace Door Switch
AINTENANCE AND ERVICING Resolder wires to new door switch. Replace cover. Replace door counterweight. Reconnect furnace to power supply. -
Page 14: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting The Trouble Shooting Tips section is intended to aid in defining and correcting possible service problems. When using the chart, select the problem category that resembles the malfunction, then proceed to the possi- ble causes category and take necessary corrective action. PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION... - Page 15 ROUBLESHOOTING Temperature erratic or no Controller malfunction. See troubleshooting section in control over temperature. controller instructions. Incorrect thermocouple. Check controller instructions for correct thermocouple type. Door switch does not cut Door switch malfunction. Realign or replace door switch. power to furnace chamber. Repeated element burn-out.
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Page 16: Ordering Procedures
Ordering Procedures Please refer to the Specification Plate for the complete model number, serial number, and series number when requesting service, replacement parts or in any corre- spondence concerning this unit. All parts listed herein may be ordered from the Thermo Scientific dealer from whom you purchased this unit or can be obtained promptly from the factory. -
Page 17: Replacement Parts List
Replacement Parts List Series 85 Gray Heating Elements Top/Bottom EL9X1 (2 required) (FA1730, FA1736) EL9X3 (2 required) (FA1740, FA1746) EL9X5 (2 required) (FA1738) EL9X7 (2 required) FA1748) EL9X9 (2 required) FA1730-1, FA1736-1) EL9X11 (2 required) FA1740-1, FA1746-1) EL9X13 (2 required) FA1738-1) EL9X15 (2 required) (FA1748-1) -
Page 18: Wiring Diagrams
Wiring Diagrams Back Wiring of 208 & 240 Volt 1700 Low & High Temp. Furnaces Back Wiring of 408 Volt 1700 Low & High Temp. Furnaces Figure 2... - Page 19 IRING IAGRAMS Back Wiring of 208 & 240 Volt 1700 Low & High Temp. Furnaces Figure 3 Back Wiring of 1736/46 Low & High Temp. Furnaces Figure 4...
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Page 20: One Year Limited Warranty
(ii) misuse (including use inconsistent with written operating instructions for the product), mishandling, contamination, overheating, modification or alteration of the product by any customer or third party or (iii) use of replacement parts that are obtained from a party who is not an authorized dealer of Thermo Scientific prod- ucts.
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