Contents Important supplementary safety information ......................3 General Description ..............................4 Application ................................4 Before Use ................................5 Safety and installation ............................. 6 Sécurité et Consignes d’Installation ........................8 Sicherheits – Und Installationsinformationen ...................... 10 Información de Seguridad e Instalación ........................ 12 Informazioni sulla Sicurezza e l’Installazione ......................
IMPORTANT SUPPLEMENTARY SAFETY INFORMATION Introduction Cole-Parmer fluidized baths are safe and effective equipment when installed and operated correctly in accordance with the user manual. However, if used incorrectly they can pose a safety risk. Antylia Scientific have designed all models of fluidized baths to protect operators from hazards, but users should pay attention to the following points.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION The Cole-Parmer FSB-200-P-AC employs the principle of fluidization of a mass of finely divided particles (alumina) to provide a safe, essentially isothermal environment with a high rate of heat transfer. The FSB-200-P-AC is specially designed to allow the operating temperature of the fluidized bath to be adjusted from a remote source while the bath is unsupervised.
BEFORE USE Thank you for purchasing this Cole-Parmer product. To get the best performance from the equipment, and for your own safety, please read these instructions carefully before use. If there is any doubt relating to the proper use of this equipment, the staff at Anylia Scientific Ltd. Or your supplier will be happy to assist you. UNPACKING When unpacking the unit, check that the following have been removed from the packing: Part code...
SAFETY AND INSTALLATION Please read all the information in this Instruction Manual before using the unit. WARNING HIGH TEMPERATURES ARE DANGEROUS: they can cause serious burns to operators and ignite combustible material. Antylia Scientific have taken great care in the design of these units to protect operators from hazards, but operators should pay attention to the following points: •...
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ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS This equipment is designed to operate under the following conditions: • Indoor use • Use in a well-ventilated area • Ambient temperature range +5°C to +40°C • Altitude to 2000 m (6500 ft.) • Relative humidity 80% • Mains supply fluctuations not exceeding 10% •...
SÉCURITÉ ET CONSIGNES D’INSTALLATION Veuillez lire attentivement toutes les instructions de ce document avant d’utiliser l’appareil. AVERTISSEMENT DANGER DE TEMPERATURES ELEVEES: les opérateurs peuvent subir de graves brûlures et les matériaux combustibles risquent de prendre feu. Antylia Scientific a apporté un soin tout particulier à la conception de ces appareils de façon à assurer une protection maximale des opérateurs, mais il est recommandé...
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Ne pas allumer avant que l'unité soit complètement installée. CONDITIONS ENVIRONNEMENTALES Cet appareil est conçu pour fonctionner dans les conditions suivantes: • Pour un usage intérieur seulement • Utilisation dans un lieu correctement ventilé • Température ambiante +5°C à +40°C •...
SICHERHEITS – UND INSTALLATIONSINFORMATIONEN Bitte lesen Sie diese Bedienungsanleitung komplett bevor Sie dieses Gerät benutzen. WARNUNG HOHE TEMPERATUREN SIND GEFÄHRLICH: sie können dem Bediener ernsthafte Verletzungen zufügen und brennbare Materialien können sich leicht entzünden. Antylia Scientific hat bei der Konstruktion dieses Gerätes sehr darauf geachtet, daß der Bediener vor Gefahren geschützt ist.
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UMWELTBEDINGUNGEN Dieses Gerät ist für den Betrieb unter folgenden Bedingungen ausgelegt: • Nur für den Betrieb in Innenräumen • Betrieb in gut belüfteten Räumen • Umgebungstemperaturbereich: +5°C bis +40°C • Höhenlagen bis 2000 m • Relative Luftfeuchtigkeit maximal 80 % •...
INFORMACIÓN DE SEGURIDAD E INSTALACIÓN Le rogamos lea cuidadosamente la información contenida en este folleto antes de manipular el aparato. AVISO LAS TEMPERATURAS ELEVADAS SON PELIGROSAS: pueden causarle graves quemaduras y provocarfuego en materiales combustibles. Antylia Scientific ha puesto gran cuidado en el diseño de estos aparatos para proteger al usuario de cualquier peligro;...
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CONDICIONES AMBIENTALES Este equipo se ha diseñado para funcionar en las condiciones siguientes: • Sólo para uso en interior • Se debe utilizar en un área bien ventilada • Rango de temperatura ambiente: de +5°C a +40°C • Altitud: hasta 2000 m •...
INFORMAZIONI SULLA SICUREZZA E L’INSTALLAZIONE Prima di utilizzare l’apparecchio, leggere tutte le informazioni contenute in questo manuale. ATTENZIONE Le alte temperature sono pericolose: possono causare ustioni gravi all’utilizzatore e possono causare la combustione di materiale infiammabile. La Antylia Scientific ha posto particolare cura nel progettare questo strumento, al fine di proteggere gli operatori da eventuali pericoli, ma gli utilizzatori devono prestare attenzione ai seguenti punti: •...
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ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS Condizioni di esercizio previste: • Solo per uso in ambienti chiusi • Usare in ambienti ben ventilati • Temperatura ambiente da +5°C a +40°C • Altitudine fino a 2000 m • Umidità relativa non superiore all’80% • Oscillazione dell’alimentazione elettrica non superiore al 10% •...
WARNING Poor fluidization causes hot spots, heater failure and damage to other parts. Follow this Instruction Manual carefully. For correct fluidization, pay attention to the following: INSTALLATION • Ensure the bath is level and air supply is adequate. OPERATION Adjust air valve for even fluidization. •...
PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION Figure 1: Schematic of the FSB-200-P-AC Control for temperature and a flow meter are mounted on a recessed panel on the front of the unit together with on-off switches for the power supply and the dust extraction system. The inner container is well insulated and the outer case is vented so that it remains safe and cool to the touch even when the bath is operating at its maximum temperature.
DESCRIPTION OF COMPONENTS AND FRONT PANEL CONTROLS Figure 2: FSB-200-P-AC components and controls Item Description Function Fluidized bath chamber Heated chamber containing the fluidized alumina. Exhaust filter unit Collects remaining alumina from air passing through the cyclone. Dust collection jar Collects entrained alumina removed by the cyclone.
INSTALLATION Avoid siting the FSB-200-P-AC in a laboratory environment which contains instruments that are sensitive to dust. Although the fluidized bath has its own dust extraction system, a small amount of fine dust may still be emitted during operation. Numbers in the text refer to Figure 2. POWER The FSB-200-P-AC requires a power supply of 230V, 50/60Hz at 3kW;...
Full fluidization is far from instantaneous and it takes several minutes to develop from a single vigorous ‘plume’ to a more distributed series of plumes and the level slowly rises even after the multiple plumes have formed. OPERATION The FSB-200-P-AC Fluidized Bath is capable of precise performance, but for reliable and consistent results it must be used by personnel conversant with its operation.
2408 CONTROLLER OVERVIEW For comprehensive detailed information about the 2408 controller, refer to the operator’s user manual. This section gives a brief overview of the front panel display and the key parameters used. Figure 4: Model 2408 front panel layout OP1 (Output 1) - When lit, it indicates that the output installed in module position 1 is on.
Operating Modes The controller has two basic modes of operation: Automatic mode in which the output is automatically adjusted to maintain the temperature or process value • at the setpoint. This is the normal operation mode. Manual mode in which you can adjust the output independently of the setpoint. •...
DEAD BED CALIBRATION Temperature stability during calibration may be further improved by using a dead bed calibration technique. This technique involves heating the bath to the required calibration point, then allowing the temperature of the bath to stabilise for a period of approximately 20 minutes, dependent upon the actual calibration temperature and the thermal mass of the sensors being calibrated.
TECHNEWORKS PC SOFTWARE The FSB-200-P-AC is specially designed to allow the operating temperature of the fluidized bath to be adjusted from a remote source while the bath is unsupervised. Fitted to the rear of the fluidized bath is an RS232 port which connects directly to the Eurotherm 2408 Comms1 RS232 module.
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6. After you click OK the screen should display the set point temperature and other conditions being constantly updated. 7. Clicking on the “Set” button next to SP will allow you to remotely change the bath set temperature and ramp rates. 8.
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Setting up a bath start/stop sequence is fairly self-explanatory on this screen. Once the “On” time has been reached the bath will ramp up to the value set in the “Temp” window. At the “Off” time the bath will start cooling down to the setting in “Cool to value first”.
OPERATOR MAINTENANCE Before any servicing is attempted the unit should be disconnected from the mains power supply and allowed to cool down. In all cases maintenance and repair work should be undertaken only by a skilled technician. Untrained personnel should not attempt to dismantle the instrument. EMPTYING THE DUST COLLECTION JAR Empty the dust collection jar as follows (this can be done whilst bath is hot): 1.
TO DRAIN THE ALUMINA FLUIDIZING MEDIUM This is best done when the bath is cool as hot alumina can cause severe burns. The drain cap may also be hot. 1. Ensure the fluidized air is turned off. 2. Position a suitable container under the drain situated at the bottom rear of the bath (Figure 6a). 3.
FAULT FINDING The following guide has been prepared should a fault develop with the fluidized bath. If the fault cannot be located by using this guide, contact your local Cole-Parmer dealer. Fault Possible cause The unit fails to operate Check the fuse, electrical and air supplies Poor fluidization Unit not level Inadequate fluidizing air flow...
SERVICE AND REPAIR NOTE THAT THIS EQUIPMENT SHOULD ONLY BE DISMANTLED BY PROPERLY TRAINED PERSONNEL. REMOVING THE CASE EXPOSES POTENTIALLY LETHAL MAINS VOLTAGE. THERE ARE NO OPERATOR MAINTAINABLE PARTS WITHIN THE EQUIPMENT. In the unlikely event that you experience any problems with your fluidized bath which cannot easily be remedied, you should contact your supplier and return the unit if necessary.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION General characteristics Temperature range 50°C to 700°C Temperature stability Dead bed stability (for 8 minutes) ±0.01°C At 50°C: Short term ±0.2°C Long term ±0.5°C At 600°C: Short term ±0.3°C Long term ±0.5°C Nominal heater power 4 x 750W Heat up time From 20°C to maximum 1hr 45min...
ACCESSORIES The following accessories are available for use with the FSB-200-P-AC. Sample basket The steel mesh sample basket safely holds samples away from the heating elements of the fluidized bath and assists retrieval of items from the bath. The basket contains a collar to reduce alumina spilling from the chamber. Product Code Description F7759...
This product meets the applicable CE Directives that interference will not occur in practise. Where and UKCA Legislation for radio frequency there is a possibility that injury, damage or interference and may be expected not to loss might occur if equipment malfunctions interfere with, or be affected by, other equipment with similar due to radio frequency interference, or for qualifications.
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