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Thermo Scientific Programmable Vacuum Oven Operating Manual 107568 (7006253 Rev. 3) Visit us online to register your warranty www.thermoscientific.com/warranty...
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Preface Models covered in this manual Catalog numbers Model numbers Voltage 3628A 6253 115V 3628A-1 6254 230V MANUAL NUMBER 107568 (7006253) ECNM-000078 8/02/18 Included correct vacuum in the temperature uniformity specification on page 1-2 28670 6/13/12 Update factory set heater runaway safety setting to 325°C, ±12° on pg 3-4...
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Always use the proper protective equipment (clothing, gloves, goggles, etc.) Always dissipate extreme cold or heat and wear protective clothing. Always follow good hygiene practices. Each individual is responsible for his or her own safety. Thermo Scientific Programmable Vacuum Oven...
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Introduction Section 1 The Thermo Scientific Programmable Vacuum Oven is designed to operate with reduced pressures and/or with inert atmospheres. As such, it is equipped with separate vacuum and gas ports - each with its own control valve. Additionally, a special digital readout display indicates time of day, chamber temperature, pressure and schedules for programmed oven operation.
If any of these items are missing from the carton, contact Technical Services. Before operating the vacuum oven, the user should ensure that all packing material has been removed from the interior of the chamber. Thermo Scientific Programmable Vacuum Oven...
Hg: Indicates chamber pressure is being displayed in the lower display window. Also illuminated during vacuum pump program step. Heater: Indicates heater activation. Pump: Indicates closed vacuum pump contact condition. Program: Indicates 7-day program setup or operation. Thermo Scientific Programmable Vacuum Oven...
1/4-inch (inside diameter) hose. Vacuum Inlet Port: A serrated hose fitting used to connect an auxiliary vacuum pump to the oven. Fitting accepts a 1/4-inch (inside diameter) hose. Programmable Vacuum Oven Thermo Scientific...
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Warning Secured access panels, covers, etc., should only be removed from this equipment by trained service personnel. Hazardous voltages are present at various internally exposed points. Display Thermocouple Input Control Thermocouple Input Calibration jumper (JP4) shown in calibration mode. Battery Module Figure 3-2. Control Board Thermo Scientific Programmable Vacuum Oven...
If the set point is at 270°C or below, the temperature display will show OVR at every other temperature display update. In either case, Technical Services should be contacted to check the heater circuit. Programmable Vacuum Oven Thermo Scientific...
When using a tank atmosphere, a 1/4” tube to 1/4” pipe adapter is required for the regulator outlet of the tank. This adapter is not supplied. A Swagelok B-400-7-4 adapter, or equivalent, may be used. Also, 9/16”, and 1-1/8” open-end or, preferably, flare-nut wrenches are required. Thermo Scientific Programmable Vacuum Oven...
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At this point, check all connections for leaks, using an ordinary soapy water solution. 9. Check data plate and plug line cord into a suitable power receptacle. Programmable Vacuum Oven Thermo Scientific...
TSET Displays flashing day or time of day Set clock and day of the week PRGM Displays program mode Start/Stop program mode PSET Displays day, step and set-point Program 7 – Day event timer Thermo Scientific Programmable Vacuum Oven...
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Press MENU until ADJP is dis- pressure offset. (Range ±8.0 inHg) ADJP played, then press SET. value is added to pressure display. Press SET or wait 2 seconds Unit returns to the default menu. Default Programmable Vacuum Oven Thermo Scientific...
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PRGM is displayed. the display to OFF. If the program menu was set ON, the program will Press SET or wait 2 execute. If it was set to OFF, the control returns to Default seconds default mode. Thermo Scientific Programmable Vacuum Oven...
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Keep in mind, the heat rate cannot be adjusted, and the time to reach a certain temperature should be noted before programming. A two hour time span is usually adequate for the oven to reach most temperatures. Programmable Vacuum Oven Thermo Scientific...
SET key to enter the value. Return to the default mode by continuously pressing MENU or leave as is for two seconds and control will revert to the default mode automatically. Programmable Vacuum Oven Thermo Scientific...
3. Make sure the purge valve is closed (full CW) and the vacuum valve is open (full CCW). 4. Activate the vacuum pumping system. 5. The vacuum, in inches-of-mercury, can be read on the TEMP/ VACUUM Display. A steady decrease in chamber pressure ensures the door is sealed. Thermo Scientific Programmable Vacuum Oven...
Finally, days of the week can also be adjusted by pressing the UP/ DOWN arrow keys. Press the SET key again to enter the day of the week. For additional information on the menus, see Tables 5-1 through 5-8. Programmable Vacuum Oven Thermo Scientific...
UP/DOWN arrow key to advance the menu to the next day and continue programming. Note The program week begins on Monday and ends on Sunday. That means whatever is programmed on Monday can be copied through to Sunday. Thermo Scientific Programmable Vacuum Oven...
PRGM. Press the DOWN arrow key to display OFF, then press SET or wait 2 seconds for the program to stop automatically, with the temperature set to the last value encountered during the program execution. Programmable Vacuum Oven Thermo Scientific...
4. Plug the power cord in and switch on the power switch. The upper display will show INIT, which is the first calibration menu. By pressing the MENU key repeatedly, all calibration menus can be viewed in the upper display. Table 5-7 summarizes the calibration menus. Thermo Scientific Programmable Vacuum Oven...
Finally, with the desired data type displayed in the lower display, press the SET key again to reset the data to the factory set values. The lower display will show CLR indicating the data has been cleared. Programmable Vacuum Oven Thermo Scientific...
Generally, the pressure value measured should fall within the 29 to 30 inches-of-mercury range. In fact, measurements outside this range should be suspect. Thermo Scientific Programmable Vacuum Oven...
2. Connect a suitable vacuum pump to the PURGE port along with a vacuum gauge (Figure 7-2). 3. Press the SET key to enable vacuum calibration. The upper display will show PRSR with the AM LED flashing. The lower display will indicate 29.0 in. Hg. Programmable Vacuum Oven Thermo Scientific...
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12. Open the VACUUM valve (rotate counterclockwise) and allow air to bleed into the chamber. 13. Verify the atmospheric pressure is shown in the lower display. Repeat the procedure if necessary by pressing the MENU key until the upper display again reads VCMC. Thermo Scientific Programmable Vacuum Oven...
SET key again to conclude the calibration. The next menu to appear in the upper display is the INIT menu. Remove the jumper at JP4 to return to normal operating mode (see Step #5 under Calibration Mode). Programmable Vacuum Oven Thermo Scientific...
2. Apply a thin bead of Dow Corning RTV-736 red silicone rubber adhesive to the edge of the chamber. 3. Install gasket and close door. 4. Keep door closed for a minimum of 16 hours with 1-2 inches of vacuum before using. Thermo Scientific Programmable Vacuum Oven...
Close vacuum valve at approximately 25 in. of Hg. 7. Tighten the two bolts for each hinge while lightly pressing each corner of the door in the area of the hinge being tightened. Programmable Vacuum Oven Thermo Scientific...
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5. Clearance between end of cam should be no more than 1/16 of an inch. If greater than 1/16 inch, loosen bracket and shift as needed. Recheck alignment. Handle (apply Loctite to threads) 1/16” Orient Clearance flat as shown Door Handle Configuration Thermo Scientific Programmable Vacuum Oven...
To use this chart effectively, select the Symptom category(s) that best describes the observable malfunction, in particular the error codes. Proceed to the Probable Cause description(s) and take the necessary Corrective Action. Thermo Scientific Programmable Vacuum Oven...
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Internal tygon tubing between inlet port and vacuum sensor Reconnect tubing, replace if necessary. disconnected or leaking. Door improperly aligned. Realign door following instruction given in this manual. Programmable Vacuum Oven Thermo Scientific...
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.
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