IKA RCT basic safety control Operating Instructions Manual page 5

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• The PT 1000 external temperature sensor must always be inserted
in the media when connected.
• Safe operation is only guaranteed with the accessories described
in the "Accessories" chapter.
• Accessories must be securely attached to the device and cannot
come off by themselves. The centre of gravity of the assembly
must lie within the surface on which it is set up.
• Always disconnect the plug before fitting accessories.
• The appliance can only be disconnected from the mains supply
by pulling out the mains plug or the connector plug.
• The socket for the mains cord must be easily accessible.
• The device will automatically restart in mode B following any
interruption to the power supply.
• It may be possible for wear debris from rotating accessory parts
to reach the material being processed.
• When using PTFE-coated magnetic bars, the following hase to
be noted: Chemical reactions of PTFE occur in contact with mol-
ten or solute alkali metals and alkaline earth metals, as well as
with fine powders of metals in groups 2 and 3 of the periodic
system at temperatures above 300 °C - 400 °C. Only elementa-
ry fluorine, chlorotrifluoride and alkali metals attack it; halogena-
ted hydrocarbons have a reversible swelling effect.
• The appliance may only be opened by experts.
• The voltage stated on the type plate must correspond to the mains
voltage.
• Do not cover the device, even partially e.g. with metallic plates
or film. This results in overheating.
• Ensure that the base plate is kept clean.
• Protect the appliance and accessories from bumps and impacts.
• Observe the minimum distances (min. 100 mm) between the
devices, between device and wall and minimum distances (min.
800 mm) above the assembly, see fig. 3.
>100 mm >100 mm
Fig. 3
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