ATE RTE-140 Instruction And Operation Manual

Refrigerated bath/circulator with analog/digital controller

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R R R R R TE-140 Refrig

TE-140 Refrig

TE-140 Refrigerated

Bath/Cir

Bath/Circulator

With Analog/Digital Contr

With Analog/Digital Controller

Instruction and Operation Man

Instruction and Operation Manual

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Thermo NESLAB Manual P/N 000022

Rev. 11/17/00

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Page 3: Preface
Preface Preface Preface Preface Preface Compliance Compliance Compliance Compliance Compliance Products tested and found to be in compliance with the requirements defined in the EMC standards defined by 89/336/EEC as well as Low Voltage Directive (LVD) 73/23/EEC can be identified by the CE label on the rear of the unit. The testing has demonstrated compliance with the following directives: LVD, 73/23/EEC Complies with UL 3101-1:93...
Page 4: Warnings
Section I Saf Section I Saf Section I Saf Section I Saf Section I Safety Warnings Warnings Warnings Warnings Warnings Make sure you read and understand all instructions and safety precautions listed in this manual before installing or operating your unit. If you have any questions concerning the operation of your unit or the information in this manual, contact our Sales Department.
Page 5: Description
Description Description Description Description The RTE-140 Refrigerated Bath/Circulators are designed to provide tempera- ture control for applications requiring a fluid work area or pumping to an external system. Units consist of a non-CFC air-cooled refrigeration system, circulation pump, seamless stainless steel bath, work area cover, and a temperature controller.
Page 6: Site
Section III Installation Section III Installation Section III Installation Section III Installation Section III Installation Site Site Site Site Site The indentations on the sides of the unit are designed to function as handles. Lift the unit by the handles and locate it on a sturdy table or bench top. Ambient temperatures should be inside the range of +50°F to +104°F (+10°C to +40°C).
Page 7: Plumbing Requirements
Plumbing Requirements Plumbing Requirements Plumbing Requirements Plumbing Requirements Plumbing Requirements Ensur Ensur Ensure the unit is off before connecting tubing to the unit. Ensur Ensur e the unit is off before connecting tubing to the unit. e the unit is off before connecting tubing to the unit. e the unit is off before connecting tubing to the unit.
Page 8 Circulating to an open container Circulating to an open container Circulating to an open container Circulating to an open container Circulating to an open container Levelling Device Outlet Inlet Bath (Rear View) Open Container A stainless steel leveling device is available to aid circulation to an open vessel.
Page 9: Fluids
Drain Drain Drain Drain Drain Ensure the temperature of the bath fluid is safe before draining the unit. Ensure the temperature of the bath fluid is safe before draining the unit. Ensure the temperature of the bath fluid is safe before draining the unit. Ensure the temperature of the bath fluid is safe before draining the unit.
Page 10: Controllers
Section IV Contr Section IV Contr Section IV Contr Section IV Contr Section IV Controller oller oller oller ollers s s s s Controllers Controllers Controllers Controllers Controllers Two standard temperature controllers are available with the unit: Analog and Digital. This section explains the installation and operation of the controllers. Start Up Start Up Start Up...
Page 11: Shut Down
Digital Temperature Adjustment Digital Temperature Adjustment Digital Temperature Adjustment Digital Temperature Adjustment Digital Temperature Adjustment To display the temperature setpoint, press the DISPLAY switch. To adjust the setpoint, press and hold the DISPLAY switch and turn the COARSE and FINE dials until the temperature setpoint is indicated on the LED display. NOTE: NOTE: NOTE: Inadvertent movement of the COARSE and FINE dials, regardless of...
Page 12: High Temperature/Low Liquid Level Safety
High Temperature/ High Temperature/ High Temperature/ High Temperature/ High Temperature/ Low Liquid Low Liquid Low Liquid Low Liquid Low Liquid Level Safety Level Safety Level Safety Level Safety Level Safety To protect your application, the adjustable High Temperature/Low Liquid Level Safety (HIGH TEMP/LOW LEVEL) ensures the heater will not exceed temperatures which can cause serious damage to your unit.
Page 13: 15-Pin Accessory Connector
15-Pin Accessory 15-Pin Accessory 15-Pin Accessory 15-Pin Accessory 15-Pin Accessory Connector Connector Connector Connector Connector Digital units are equipped with a 15 pin D-subminiature female receptacle on the right side of the power box. An ENABLE/DISABLE switch is located just below the receptacle.
Page 14: Maintenance
Section Section V Maintenance Section V Maintenance V Maintenance V Maintenance Section Section V Maintenance To avoid electrical shock, disconnect the mains cord prior to remov- To avoid electrical shock, disconnect the mains cord prior to remov- To avoid electrical shock, disconnect the mains cord prior to remov- To avoid electrical shock, disconnect the mains cord prior to remov- To avoid electrical shock, disconnect the mains cord prior to remov- ing any access panels or covers.
Page 15: Reservoir Cleaning
Reservoir Cleaning Reservoir Cleaning Reservoir Cleaning Reservoir Cleaning Reservoir Cleaning Routine cleaning can be achieved by simply sponging down the seamless stainless steel tank with tap water. (Dish washing detergent may be used but the tank must be thoroughly rinsed.) To gain access to the entire reservoir the pump box and reservoir cover should be removed.
Page 16: Checklist
Section Section Section Section Section VI VI VI VI VI T T T T T r r r r r oub oubleshooting leshooting leshooting leshooting leshooting Checklist Checklist Checklist Checklist Checklist Unit will not start Unit will not start Unit will not start Unit will not start Unit will not start Make sure the voltage of the power source meets the specified voltage,...
Page 17 A A A A A PPENDIX PPENDIX PPENDIX PPENDIX PPENDIX NEScom SOFTW NEScom SOFTW NEScom SOFTWARE NEScom SOFTW NEScom SOFTW The Thermo NESLAB Communications Software is a user friendly software that allows you to automate your temperature control process. The software includes a 3½"...
Page 18: Warranty
WARRANTY Thermo NESLAB Instruments, Inc. warrants for 12 months from date of shipment any Thermo NESLAB unit according to the following terms. Any part of the unit manufactured or supplied by Thermo NESLAB and found in the reasonable judgment of Thermo NESLAB to be defective in material or workmanship will be repaired at an authorized Thermo NESLAB Repair Depot without charge for parts or labor.

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