Bibby Sterilin Techne FB-08 User manual

FB-08
Fluidised Bath
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
Issue 13
7/15
Techne is a trademark
© Techne, 2003

IMPORTANT SUPPLEMENTARY SAFETY INFORMATION
Introduction
Techne fluidised baths are safe and effective equipment when installed and operated correctly in accordance with
the user manual. However, if used incorrectly they can pose a safety risk. Techne have designed all models of fluid-
ised baths to protect operators from hazards but users should pay attention to the following points.
Caution
Please read the user manual before installation and use.1.
Techne fluidised baths can heat up to 600°C, 700°C or even 1100°C. High temperatures are dangerous and2.
can cause serious burns to operators and ignite combustible material.
Use care and wear protective gloves to protect hands and protective glasses to protect eyes.3.
Do not put hot objects on or near combustible objects.4.
Do not operate the unit close to inflammable liquids or gases.5.
Do not place any liquid directly in the unit.6.
Always ensure a suitable, adequate ventilation system is used when equipment is in use.7.
Always install fireproof metal ducting with sufficient airflow.8.
Maintenance
When performing maintenance always disconnect from power supply and cool below 50°C.1.
Techne recommend regular cleaning of fluidised baths. Externally, wipe with a damp soapy cloth. No abrasive2.
cleaners. Care should be taken to prevent any water entering the unit.
Regular internal and external inspection of extraction ducting is recommend to detect any damage and3.
ensure the internals are clean. Any build-up of particles or debris discovered in the extraction ducting requires
the ducting to be cleaned or replaced.
In fluidised baths used for polymer burn-off, please regularly inspect fluidising medium, remove any foreign4.
debris and replace with clean fluidising medium as required.
Never top-up a hot fluidised bath with cold fluidising medium. Always cool below 50°C first.5.
Please note
Please ensure an adequate risk assessment is performed before use of a fluidised bath.1.
Please ensure the appropriate temperature is used for the application, always stay safely below the combustion2.
temperature of any material or sample in a fluidised bath.
Fluidising airflow must be switched on before heating a fluidised bath, and left operational until the baths3.
cools to below 50°C unless performing dead-bed calibration function.
Do not overfill fluidising media. The fill-level is 6 inches (15cm) below top surface when cold.4.
In fluidised baths used for polymer burn-off, always remove excess polymer from sample.5.
In applications where materials being treated produce acidic vapours during thermal decomposition,6.
it is recommended a fume scrubber is utilised to ensure fume emission from the plant conforms to local
regulations.
If you have any questions please contact technehelp@bibby-scientific.com.7.

FB-08 OPERATOR’S MANUAL
CONTENTS PAGE
SAFETY and INSTALLATION
English 2
Français 4
Deutsch 7
Español 10
Italiano 13
INTRODUCTION 16
Application 16
OPERATOR SAFETY 17
Guarantee 18
Contact information 18
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION 19
INSTALLATION 20
Controls 21
OPERATION 23
Start Up 23
Calibration 24
Dead Bed Calibration 24
Close Down 24
SERVICING 25
Daily Maintenance 25
Periodic Maintenance 25
FAULT FINDING 26
COMPONENT ACCESS 28
SPARES LIST 31
ACCESSORIES 31
DIAGRAMS 32
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SAFETY AND INSTALLATION
Please read all the information in this booklet before using the unit.
WARNING
HIGH TEMPERATURES ARE DANGEROUS: they can cause serious burns to operators and ignite
combustible material.
Techne have taken great care in the design of these units to protect operators from hazards, but users
should pay attention to the following points:
• USE CARE AND WEAR PROTECTIVE GLOVES TO PROTECT HANDS.
• DO NOT put hot objects on or near combustible objects.
• DO NOT operate the unit close to inflammable liquids or gases.
• DO NOT place any liquid directly in your unit.
• At all times USE COMMON SENSE.
OPERATOR SAFETY
All users of Techne equipment must have available the relevant literature needed to ensure their safety.
It is important that only suitably trained personnel operate this equipment, in accordance with the
instructions contained in this manual and with general safety standards and procedures. If the equipment
is used in a manner not specified by Techne the protection provided by the equipment to the Operator
may be impaired.
All Techne units have been designed to conform to international safety requirements and are fitted with
an overtemperature cut-out. On some models, the cut-out is adjustable and should be set to suit the
application. On all other models the cut-out is preset to protect the unit.
If a safety problem should be encountered, switch off at the mains socket and remove the plug from the
supply.
INSTALLATION
All Techne units are supplied with a power cable. This may be integral or plug-in.1.
Before connecting the mains supply, check the voltage against the rating plate. Connect the mains2.
cable to a suitable plug according to the table below. Note that the unit must be earthed to ensure
proper electrical safety.
Connections 220/240V 110/120V
Live Brown Black
Neutral Blue White
Earth Green/yellow Green
The fused plug supplied with the mains lead for use in the UK is fitted with the following value fuse to
protect the cable: 230V UK 13 AMP The fuse in the unit protects the unit and the operator.
Note that units marked 230V on the rating plate work at 220V; units marked 120V work at 110V. In
both cases, however, the heating rate will degrade by approximately 8%.
The rating plate is on the rear of the unit.
3. Plug the mains cable into the socket on the rear of the unit.
4. Place the unit on a suitable bench or flat workspace, or in a fume cupboard if required, ensuring
that the air inlet vents on the underside are free from obstruction.
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5. Note that the following symbol next to the indicator lamp on the front panel of the units and
has the followingmeanings:
~ : the power indicator
6. Symbols on or near the power switch of the unit have the following meanings:
I: mains switch On
O: mains switch Off
AFTER USE
When you have finished heating samples, remember that parts of the unit – the tubes, blocks and
associated accessories – may be very hot. Take the precautions listed earlier.
GUARANTEE
The unit is guaranteed against any defect in material or workmanship for the period specified on the
enclosed guarantee card. This period is from the date of purchase, and within this period all defective
parts will be replaced free of charge provided that the defect is not the result of misuse, accident or
negligence. Servicing under this guarantee should be obtained from the supplier.
Notwithstanding the description and specification(s) of the units contained in the Operator’s Manual,
Techne hereby reserves the right to make such changes as it sees fit to the units or to any component of
the units.
This Manual has been prepared solely for the convenience of Techne customers and nothing in this
Instruction Book shall be taken as a warranty, condition or representation concerning the description,
merchantability, fitness for purpose or otherwise of the units or components.
OPERATOR MAINTENANCE
NOTE: THAT THIS EQUIPMENT SHOULD ONLY BE DISMANTLED BY PROPERLY TRAINED PERSONNEL.
REMOVING THE SIDE, FRONT OR REAR PANELS EXPOSES POTENTIALLY LETHAL MAINS VOLTAGES.
THERE ARE NO OPERATOR MAINTAINABLE PARTS WITHIN THE EQUIPMENT.
In the unlikely event that you experience any problems with your unit which cannot easily be remedied,
you should contact your supplier and return the unit if necessary. Please include any details of the fault
observed and remember to return the unit in its original packing. Techne accept no responsibility for
damage to units which are not properly packed for shipping: if in doubt, contact your supplier. See the
Decontamination Certificate supplied with your unit.
1. Cleaning
Before cleaning your unit ALWAYS disconnect it from the power supply and allow it to cool below
50°C.
Your unit can be cleaned by wiping with a damp soapy cloth. Care should be exercised to prevent water
from running inside the unit. Do not use abrasive cleaners.
2. Fuses
Your unit is protected by one or two fuses. These should only be changed by suitably qualified personnel.
If the fuses blow persistently, a serious fault is indicated and you may need to return the unit to your
supplier for repair.
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