Barnstead International Cimarec series User manual

Cimarec™Stirring Hot Plates
OPERATION MANUAL
AND PARTS LIST
Model # Top Plate Size Voltage
SP131014 4x4 100
SP131015 4x4 120
SP131010-33 4x4 220-240
SP131324 7x7 100
SP131325 7x7 120
SP131320-33 7x7 220-240
SP131634 10x10 100
SP131635 10x10 120
SP131630-33 10x10 220-240
LT1313X1 • 10/31/06

Safety Information ..............................................................................................................................................3
Warnings ......................................................................................................................................................3
Specifications ......................................................................................................................................................5
Heating Specifications ..................................................................................................................................6
Stirring Speed Specifications ........................................................................................................................6
Environmental Conditions ............................................................................................................................7
Declaration of Conformity..............................................................................................................................7
Introduction..........................................................................................................................................................8
General Usage ..............................................................................................................................................8
Principles of Operation........................................................................................................................................9
Unpacking and Installation ................................................................................................................................10
Unpacking ..................................................................................................................................................10
Installation ..................................................................................................................................................10
Operation ..........................................................................................................................................................11
Setting the Stirring Speed ..........................................................................................................................11
Setting the Temperature..............................................................................................................................12
To Achieve Fast Heat-Up of Large Volumes ..............................................................................................12
Heating Small Volumes ..............................................................................................................................12
Heating Metal Vessels and Sand Baths......................................................................................................13
Maintenance......................................................................................................................................................14
General Cleaning Instructions ....................................................................................................................14
Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................................................15
Error Codes ................................................................................................................................................15
Exploded Views ................................................................................................................................................16
Wiring Diagram..................................................................................................................................................22
Replacement Parts............................................................................................................................................23
Accessories ......................................................................................................................................................23
Ordering Procedures ........................................................................................................................................24
Warranty ............................................................................................................................................................28
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Table of Contents

Your Barnstead|Thermolyne Cimarec Stirring Hot Plate
has been designed with function, reliability, and safety
in mind. It is your responsibility to install it in confor-
mance with local electrical codes. For safe operation,
please pay attention to the alert signals throughout the
manual.
This manual contains important operating and safety
information. The user must carefully read and under-
stand the contents of this manual prior to the use of
this equipment.
Warnings
To avoid electrical shock, always:
1. Use a properly grounded electrical outlet of
correct voltage and current handling capacity.
2. Disconnect from the power supply prior to
maintenance and servicing.
To avoid personal injury:
1. Do not use in the presence of flammable or
combustible materials — fire or explosion
may result. This device contains components
which may ignite such materials. Not rated
for use in hazardous atmospheres.
2. Use caution when heating volatile materials;
top surface and element can reach the “Flash
Point Temperature” of many chemicals.
These stirring hot plates are not explosion
proof. Fire or explosion may result. Unit con-
tains components which may ignite such
materials.
3. Keep top surface clean. Use a non-abrasive
cleaner. Alkali spills, hydrofluoric acid spills or
phosphoric acid spills may damage top and
lead to thermal failure. Unplug unit and
remove spills promptly. Do not immerse unit
for cleaning.
4. Replace the top immediately if damaged by
etching, scratching or chipping. A damaged
top can break in use.
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Safety Information
Warning
Warnings alert you to a possibility of per-
sonal injury.
Caution
Cautions alert you to a possibility of
damage to the equipment.
Note
Notes alert you to pertinent facts and
conditions.
Hot Surface
Hot surfaces alert you to a possibility of
personal injury if you come in contact
with a surface during use or for a period
of time after use.
Alert Signals

5. Do not use metal foil on hot plate which may
block air flow. Overheating will result.
6. Check and tighten the removable cord periodi-
cally making sure it is secure. If loosened, the
cord could become hot and/or spark and be a
potential fire hazard. If cord appears damaged,
replace immediately. If cord is repeatedly loos-
ened it is recommended to purchase the cord
retaining clip (part number AY1313X1 or
AY1313X2) listed in the Replacement Parts sec-
tion of this manual.
7. Do not remove or modify grounded power plug.
Use only properly grounded outlets to avoid
shock hazard.
8. Use appropriate hand and eye protection when
handling hazardous chemicals.
9. Gross weight of items placed on top of stirring
hot plates should not exceed 35 lbs. (15.9 kg.)
on the 10” x 10” models, 25 lbs. (11.3 kg) on the
7” x 7” models, and 15 lbs. (6.8 kg.) on the 4” x
4” models.
10. “Caution: Hot Top. Avoid Contact.” The top plate
of the unit can remain hot for some time after
use. A “CAUTION - HOT TOP” light will remain
on until top plate temperature cools to below
50°C.
11. Note that the exterior housing will be hot during
and for a period of time after use.
12. Refer servicing to qualified personnel.
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SAFETY INFORMATION

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4" X 4"
Model Number SP131015 SP131010-33 SP131014
Overall Dimensions in. (cm)
Width 5.0” (12.7 cm) 5.0” (12.7 cm) 5.0” (12.7 cm)
Height 3.6" (9.7 cm) 3.6" (9.7 cm) 3.6" (9.7 cm)
Depth 10.0" (25.4 cm) 10.0" (25.4 cm) 10.0" (25.4 cm)
Weight lbs (kg) 7.0 lbs (3.2 kg) 7.0 lbs (3.2 kg) 7.0 lbs (3.2 kg)
Top Plate
Width 4.25" (10.8 cm) 4.25" (10.8 cm) 4.25" (10.8 cm)
Height 1.0" (2.5 cm) 1.0" (2.5 cm) 1.0" (2.5 cm)
Depth 4.25" (10.8 cm) 4.25" (10.8 cm) 4.25" (10.8 cm)
Electrical Ratings
Volts 120 220-240 100
Amps 3.3 1.8 4.1
Watts 395 440 410
Freq. 60 50/60 50/60
Phase 11 1
Max. Temp. °F (°C) 1004°F (540°C) 1004°F (540°C) 1004°F (540°C)
7" X 7"
Model Number SP131325 SP131320-33 SP131324
Overall Dimensions in. (cm)
Width 8.2” (20.8 cm) 8.2” (20.8 cm) 8.2” (20.8 cm)
Height 3.8” (9.7 cm) 3.8” (9.7 cm) 3.8” (9.7 cm)
Depth 13.0” (33.0 cm) 13.0” (33.0 cm) 13.0” (33.0 cm)
Weight lbs (kg) 11.0 lbs (5.0 kg) 11.0 lbs (5.0 kg) 11.0 lbs (5.0 kg)
Top Plate
Width 7.25” (18.4 cm) 7.25” (18.4 cm) 7.25” (18.4 cm)
Height 1.0" (2.5 cm) 1.0" (2.5 cm) 1.0" (2.5 cm)
Depth 7.25” (18.4 cm) 7.25” (18.4 cm) 7.25” (18.4 cm)
Electrical Ratings
Volts 120 220-240 100
Amps 8.9 4.9 11.0
Watts 1070 1170 1095
Freq. 60 50/60 50/60
Phase 11 1
Max. Temp. °F (°C) 1004°F (540°C) 1004°F (540°C) 1004°F (540°C)
10" X 10"
Model Number SP131635 SP131630-33 SP131634
Overall Dimensions in. (cm)
Width 11.38” (28.9 cm) 11.38” (28.9 cm) 11.38” (28.9 cm)
Height 4.0” (10.2 cm) 4.0” (10.2 cm) 4.0” (10.2 cm)
Depth 16.25” (41.3 cm) 16.25” (41.3 cm) 16.25” (41.3 cm)
Weight lbs (kg) 13.75 lbs. (6.24 kg) 13.75 lbs. (6.24 kg) 13.75 lbs. (6.24 kg)
Top Plate
Width 10.5” (26.7 cm) 10.5” (26.7 cm) 10.5” (26.7 cm)
Height 1.0" (2.5 cm) 1.0" (2.5 cm) 1.0" (2.5 cm)
Depth 10.5" (26.7 cm) 10.5" (26.7 cm) 10.5" (26.7 cm)
Electrical Ratings
Volts 120 220-240 100
Amps 12 6.5 11.5
Watts 1440 1550 1150
Freq. 60 50/60 50/60
Phase 11 1
Max. Temp. °F (°C) 750°F (400°C) 750°F (400°C) 750°F (400°C)
Specifications

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Heating Specifications
Top Plate Surface - Solid Ceramic
Temperature range
All 4" x 4" and 7" x 7" models: 41°F to 1004°F (5°C* - 540°C)
All 10" x 10" models: 41°F to 752°F (5°C - 400°C)
Heat-up time to maximum temperature (unloaded top plate). 8 minutes
Temperature stability at the center of the top plate surface (@ 100°C). ± 2.0°C
Accuracy of the temperature display vs the actual average temperature of a ± 5.0°C
2” diameter of settingarea at the center of the top plate (setpoint 100°C).
(Top plate temperature was verified with an infrared camera mounted approx.
26" above the center of the top plate surface; temperature accuracy at the
edges of the top plate may vary from the stated accuracy.)
Stirring Speed Specifications
Speed Range 60 to 1200 RPM
(Maximum speed is dependent on the viscosity of the solution)
Speed Dial Position Estimated Stirring Speed
260 rpm
4125 rpm
6350 rpm
8700 rpm
10 1100 rpm
12 1200 rpm
Stability of the stirring speed setpoint (600 ml of water in a 1000 ml glass flask) ± 5.0%
Top Plate Size Max Recommended Flask Size Max Weight on Top Plate
4" x 4" 1 liter 15 lbs
7" x 7" 4 liters 25 lbs
10" x 10" 6 liters 35 lbs
* This stirring hot plate does not cool. The minimum temperature is 5°C if used in a cold room.
SPECIFICATIONS

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Environmental Conditions
Operating: 17°C to 27°C; 20% to 80% relative
humidity, non-condensing.
Installation category II (overvoltage) in
accordance with IEC 664. Pollution degree 2
in accordance with IEC 664.
Altitude Limit: 2,000 meters.
Storage: -25°C to 65°C
10% to 85% relative humidity
SPECIFICATIONS
Declaration of Conformity
(for 220-240 volt, -33 CE models only)
Barnstead International hereby declares under its sole responsibility that this product conforms with the tech-
nical requirements of the following standards:
EMC: EN 61000-3-2 Limits for harmonic current emissions
EN 61000-3-3 Limits for voltage fluctuations and flicker
EN 61326-1 Electrical equipment for measurement, control, and
laboratory use; Part I: General Requirements
Safety: EN 61010-1 Safety requirements for electrical equipment for
measurement, control, and laboratory use;
Part I: General Requirements
EN 61010-2-010 Part II: Particular requirements for laboratory equipment for
the heating of materials
EN 61010-2-051 Part II: Particular requirements for laboratory equipment for
mixing and stirring
per the provisions of the Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 89/336/EEC, as amended by 92/31/EEC and
93/68/EEC, and per the provisions of the Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC, as amended by 93/68/EEC.
The authorized representative located within the European Community is:
Electrothermal Engineering Ltd.
419 Sutton Road
Southend On Sea
Essex SS2 5PH
United Kingdom
Copies of the Declaration of Conformity are available upon request.

Please read all the information in this manual before
operating the unit.
Your Barnstead|Thermolyne Cimarec stirring hot plate is a
general purpose heating and stirring plate designed for
laboratory procedures requiring precise control of temper-
ature and/or stirring speed. Each Cimarec stirring hot
plate model includes a digital display for monitoring actual
temperature. The hot plate is capable of producing accu-
rately controlled top plate temperatures from 5°C through
540°C on all 4" x 4" and 7" x 7" models, and the 5°C
through 400°C on 10" x 10" models. The temperature is
controlled at the plate surface by an internal sensor.
The stirrer will accurately maintain stirring speeds from 60
rpm up to 1200 rpm. The top plate on the Cimarec units
is solid ceramic, and is suitable for use with glass or
metal vessels.
Your Cimarec stirring hot plate may be used for general
purpose heating applications and/or general laboratory
mixing of solutions, including sample preparation, heating
reagents, melting paraffin, warming resinous chemicals,
content analysis, solvent evaporations, digestions, media
preparation and sterilization, titrations, sand baths, and
microscale chemistry.
General Usage
Do not use this product for anything other than its intend-
ed usage.
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Introduction

Each Cimarec unit utilizes the latest in microprocessor
technology to deliver a reliable, controlled, ceramic top
stirring hot plate.
Your Cimarec stirring hot plate has an electronic
closed-loop feedback control which will accurately
maintain temperature setpoints from 5°C through
400°C or 540°C, depending on the model. Top plate
surface temperatures are tested using the latest in
infrared temperature measurement. The measure-
ments are made with an infrared camera mounted
approximately 26" above the top surface of the stirring
hot plate. If the temperature measurement of the
ceramic top is made with measurement devices other
than infrared, the error of the measuring technique may
be greater than the error of the unit.
The electronic stirring speed control will maintain the
speed setpoint when the unit is loaded at ±5.0%. The
motor in the Cimarec stirring hot plates produces maxi-
mum stirring torque under normal laboratory load con-
ditions, and is combined with a powerful magnet to
provide exceptional magnetic coupling with a stir bar.
When stirring is turned off, the unique braking feature*
on the Cimarec models immediately brings the fluid
and stir bar down to a safe speed for quick flask
removal.
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Principles of Operation
* Patent Pending

Unpacking
Remove your Cimarec stirring hot plate from the carton.
Inspect to ensure that the unit has not been damaged
during shipment. If the unit appears to have sustained
shipping damage contact the distributor from whom you
purchased this product or Barnstead International
Customer Service at 800-553-0039. Check for stir bar
and thumbscrew prior to discarding packaging.
The following items are included in the shipment:
Cimarec Stirring Hot Plate
Cord
Stir Bar
Adapter (100V models only)
Knob
Operator’s Manual
If any of these items are missing from the carton, contact
Barnstead International.
Installation
Set the unit on a flat stable surface at least 12" away from
combustible materials, and plug the cordset into a proper-
ly grounded electrical outlet of correct voltage and current
handling capacity.
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Unpacking and Installation
Warning
Use a properly grounded electrical
outlet of correct voltage and current
handling capacity.

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When plugging in the stirring hot plate and powering it
up for the first time, you will see the software version
and hertz displayed briefly on the digital display.
There is no ON/OFF button on the Cimarec stirring hot
plate. Simply turn the HEAT and STIR knobs clockwise
to activate.
Setting the Stirring Speed
Your Cimarec stirring hot plate has an electronic feed-
back speed control which will maintain a speed set-
point from 60 rpm through 1200 rpm at ±5.0%.
(Maximum speed is dependent on viscosity of the solu-
tion.) The Cimarec stirring hot plates are equipped with
a strong magnet and high torque motor which will draw
a vortex in up to 1800 ml of water stirred in a 2 liter
flask with a new 2" stir bar (4"x4" models include a 1"
stir bar.)
To set the speed, turn the STIR knob to your desired
setting. Turn the knob clockwise to increase the speed
or counter-clockwise to decrease the speed. To discon-
tinue stirring, turn knob counter-clockwise to OFF.
Operation
Warning
Use caution when heating volatile
materials; top surface and element
can reach the “Flash Point
Temperature” of many chemicals.
These hot plates and stirring hot
plates are not explosion proof. Fire or
explosion may result. Unit contains
components which may ignite such
materials.
Use appropriate hand and eye protec-
tion when handling hazardous chemi-
cals.
“Caution: Hot Top. Avoid Contact.” The
top plate of the unit can remain hot for
some time after use. A “CAUTION -
HOT TOP” light will remain on until top
plate temperature cools to below
50°C.
Caution
To avoid damage to the top plate or
heating element, always keep a vessel
filled with liquid on the top plate of a
stirring hot plate when the unit is heat-
ing or cooling.

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Setting the Temperature
Your Cimarec stirring hot plate has an electronic
closed-loop feedback control which will accurately
maintain temperature setpoints in 5° increments from
5°C through 400°C or 540°C, depending on the model.
An unloaded hot plate will heat to maximum tempera-
ture in just 8 minutes. The temperature is controlled at
the top plate by the internal sensor. A “CAUTION -
HOT TOP” light on the front panel will illuminate when-
ever the top surface temperature exceeds 50°C.
Your Cimarec stirring hot plate will display the tempera-
ture in °C. When choosing a setpoint, the display will
indicate the setpoint for 5 seconds, after which the dis-
play will flash until the desired setpoint is reached.
The display will alternate between “HOT” and “OFF”,
and the “CAUTION - HOT TOP” light will flash until the
top surface has cooled to below 50°C. Nothing will be
displayed on the screen when the unit has been cooled
below 50°C and the knob is turned to OFF.
To Achieve Fast Heat-up of
Large Volumes
If you are heating larger volumes, faster heating can
be achieved by turning the heat control knob to maxi-
mum temperature until the solution starts to heat, and
then turning the setpoint back to your desired top plate
temperature. The display will flash the new setpoint
until that temperature has been reached.
Heating Small Volumes
Preheating small volumes is not necessary as it may
cause the temperature to overshoot the desired set-
point.
OPERATION
Note
The solution temperature is approximately
25% cooler than the hot plate surface
temperature.
Note
If you allow the top plate to reach the
maximum temperature of 540°C while
preheating and then turn the control down
to a setpoint less than 200°C, the temper-
ature of the top will drop rapidly to 200°C.
Because of the natural cooling character-
istics of ceramic, the temperature of the
top will drop much more gradually after
the top plate temperature reaches 200°C.
Note
Boiling times are dependent on solution
volume and the surface area of the flask
that is exposed to the hot plate. For
example, when heating the same amount
of solution in a 2L flask vs. a 1L flask, the
solution will heat about 20% faster.

Heating Metal Vessels and
Sand Baths
Cimarec is capable of precisely regulating the top plate
temperature, metal vessels and sand baths may be
heated safely without the danger of the ceramic top
breaking. Use the lowest temperature setting possible
for applications to limit thermal stress to the ceramic
top. Using a metal vessel or sand bath may reduce
the life of the stirring hot plate.
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OPERATION

General Cleaning Instructions
Wipe exterior surfaces with lightly dampened cloth con-
taining mild soap solution.
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Maintenance

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Troubleshooting
Error Codes
The following errors should not be addressed by the user. If any of the errors appear, contact Barnstead
International Technical Service at 800-553-0039.
Displayed Message Intended to Detect Cause Solution
E01 Thermocouple Thermocouple not connected. Replace element
Call Tech. Service out of range. assembly (attached to
thermocouple).
Thermocouple open circuit.
E02 Excessive heat-up time. Thermocouple short circuit. Remove short.
Call Tech. Service
Failure of element. Replace element
assembly (attached to
thermocouple).
Failure of element circuit. Replace Element.
Replace Control Board.
E11 Alternating current Failure to detect alternating Replace Control Board.
Call Tech. Service measurement failure. current.
E12 Motor system failure. Locked rotor condition. Free locked rotor.
Call Tech. Service
Failure of motor. Replace motor.
Failure of motor circuit. Replace Control Board.
Failure of motor sensor. Replace motor sensor.
Notes:
Errors E01 and E02 are heating errors. Error Handler will lock out heating functions if heating error is detect-
ed. Stirring functionality is unaffected.
Errors E11 and E12 are stirring errors. Error Handler will lock out stirring functions if stirring error is detected.
Heating functionality is unaffected.

Exploded Views
4x4 Exploded View
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6
7
9
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10
12
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14
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16
15
Optional
Accessory
Ref. "A"
5
1
2
3
220-240V
Models Only
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EXPLODED VIEWS
17
19
(Note routing of
leads and thermocouple)
20
Number located
this side.
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18
4x4 Exploded View - Top Plate

EXPLODED VIEWS
1
2
3
220-240V
Models Only
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5
6
8
7
Ref. "A"
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10
11
12
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15
Optional
Accessory
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7x7 Exploded View
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EXPLODED VIEWS
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19
(Note routing of
leads and thermocouple)
20
Number located
this side.
21
18
7x7 Exploded View - Top Plate

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EXPLODED VIEWS
10x10 Exploded View
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5
6
7
1
2
220-240V
Models Only
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9
11
Optional
Accessory
Ref. "A"
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14
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