Barnstead Thermolyne Corporation 15500 User manual

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Hot Plate
Type 15500
Operation Manual
and Parts List
Series 226
LT226X1 • 5/17/99
Model Volts
HP15510B 240
HP15515B 120
BARNSTEAD|THERMOLYNE CORPORATION

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Your Thermolyne Hot Plate has been designed with
function, reliability, and safety in mind. It is your
responsibility to install it in conformance with local
electrical codes. This manual contains important
operating and safety information. You must
carefully read and understand the contents of this
manual prior to the use of this equipment. For safe
operation, please pay attention to the alert signals
throughout the manual.
Warnings
To avoid electrical shock:
1. Use a properly grounded electrical outlet
of correct voltage and current handling
capacity.
2. Do not immerse unit at any time.
3. 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.
2. “Caution: Hot Surface. Avoid Contact.” The
hot plate will heat to 750°F whenever it is
plugged in. There is no visual indication
that the hot plate is hot.
3. Refer servicing to qualified personnel.
Safety Information
Warning
Warnings alert you to a
possibility of personal injury.
Caution
Cautions alert you to a
possibility of damage to the
equipment.
Note
Notes alert you to pertinent
facts and conditions.
Alert Signals
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.

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Please note the following WARNINGS:
This warning is presented for compliance with
California Proposition 65 and other regulatory
agencies and only applies to the insulation in this
product. This product contains refractory ceramic,
refractory ceramic fiber or fiberglass insulation,
which can produce respirable dust or fibers during
disassembly. Dust or fibers can cause irritation and
can aggravate preexisting respiratory diseases.
Refractory ceramic and refractory ceramic fibers
(after reaching 1000°C) contain crystalline silica,
which can cause lung damage (silicosis). The
International Agency for Research on Cancer
(IARC) has classified refractory ceramic fiber and
fiberglass as possibly carcinogenic (Group 2B), and
crystalline silica as carcinogenic to humans (Group
1).
The insulating materials can be located in the door,
the hearth collar, in the chamber of the product or
under the hot plate top. Tests performed by the
manufacturer indicate that there is no risk of
exposure to dust or respirable fibers resulting from
operation of this product under normal conditions.
However, there may be a risk of exposure to
respirable dust or fibers when repairing or
maintaining the insulating materials, or when
otherwise disturbing them in a manner which
causes release of dust or fibers. By using proper
handling procedures and protective equipment you
can work safely with these insulating materials and
minimize any exposure. Refer to the appropriate
Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for information
regarding proper handling and recommended
protective equipment. For additional MSDS copies,
or additional information concerning the handling of
refractory ceramic products, please contact the
Customer Service Department at
Barnstead|Thermolyne Corporation at 1-800-553-
0039.
SAFETY INFORMATION

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Introduction
The Models HP15510 and HP15515 hot plates are
general purpose heating devices intended for
laboratory procedures requiring temperatures of
750°F (399°C).
The top plate is heated by a resistance heater
embedded in a refractory material. The plate is
made of stainless steel. The temperature of the
plate is controlled by a preset bimetallic thermostat
set at 750°F (399°C). The case supports the top
plate and serves to house the electrical
connections and temperature control.
Installation
Install the hot plate on a sturdy surface. DO NOT
install closer than 3" to combustible materials.
The electrical specifications are listed on the dial
plate on the front of the hot plate. Consult
Barnstead/Thermolyne if your electrical service is
different than those listed on the dial plate.
Operation
Because this hot plate has a preset control merely
plug the electrical cord into a properly grounded
receptacle. The hot plate will immediately begin to
heat. Once the surface temperature of 750°F
(399°C) is reached (in approximately eight
minutes), the control will cycle to maintain that
temperature. To turn off the hot plate, unplug it
from the receptacle.
Caution
Do not install closer than 3" to
combustible materials.
Warning
Use a properly grounded
electrical outlet of correct
voltage and current handling
capacity.
Do not immerse unit at any
time.
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.
Hot Surface
“Caution: Hot Surface. Avoid
Contact.” The hot plate will
heat to 750°F whenever it is
plugged in. There is no visual
indication that the hot plate is
hot.

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Replacement Parts
Wiring Diagram: Hot Plate Type 15500, Series 226
Warning
Disconnect from the power
supply prior to maintenance
and servicing.
Refer servicing to qualified
personnel.
Part Number Description
PT155X6A Stainless steel top plate
EL155X1 Heating element, 120 volt
EL155X2 Heating Element, 240 volt
CNX54 Control unit, 120 and 240 volt
CS226X1 Perforated case
CR226X1 Cord and plug set, 120 volt
CR242X1 Cord and plug set, 240 volt

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Please refer to the Specification Plate for the complete model number, serial number and
series number when requesting service, replacement parts or in any correspondence
concerning this unit.
All parts listed herein may be ordered from the Barnstead|Thermolyne dealer from whom you
purchased this unit or can be obtained promptly from the factory. When service or
replacement parts are needed we ask that you check first with your dealer. If the dealer
cannot handle your request, contact our Customer Service Department at 319-556-2241 or
800-553-0039.
Ordering Procedures

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Barnstead|Thermolyne Corporation warrants that if a product manufactured by
Barnstead|Thermolyne and sold by it within the continental United States or Canada
proves to be defective in material or construction, it will provide you, without charge, for a
period of ninety (90) days, the labor, and a period of one (1) year, the parts, necessary to
remedy any such defect. Outside the continental United States and Canada, the warranty
provides, for one (1) year, the parts necessary to remedy any such defect. The warranty
period shall commence either six (6) months following the date the product is sold by
Barnstead|Thermolyne or on the date it is purchased by the original retail consumer,
whichever date occurs first.
All warranty inspections and repairs must be performed by and parts obtained from an
authorized Barnstead|Thermolyne dealer or Barnstead|Thermolyne (at its own
discretion). Heating elements, however, because of their susceptibility to overheating and
contamination, must be returned to our factory, and if, upon inspection, it is concluded that
failure is not due to excessive high temperature or contamination, warranty replacement will
be provided by Barnstead|Thermolyne. The name of the authorized
Barnstead|Thermolyne dealer nearest you may be obtained by calling 1-800-446-6060
(319-556-2241) or writing to: Barnstead|Thermolyne
P.O. Box 797
2555 Kerper Boulevard
Dubuque, IA 52004-0797
USA
FAX: [phone]
E-MAIL ADDRESS: [email protected]
Barnstead|Thermolyne’s sole obligation with respect to its product shall be to repair or (at
its own discretion) replace the product. Under no circumstances shall it be liable for
incidental or consequential damage.
THE WARRANTY STATED HEREIN IS THE SOLE WARRANTY APPLICABLE TO
Barnstead|Thermolyne PRODUCTS. Barnstead|Thermolyne EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS
ANY AND ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR USE.
One Year Limited Warranty

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Barnstead|Thermolyne
2555 Kerper Blvd.
P.O. Box 797
Dubuque, IA 52004-2241
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-Mail Address: [e-mail]