Cole Parmer HS1 Series User manual

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
COLE-PARMER
ANALOG HOT PLATES, STIRRERS, AND STIRRING HOT PLATES
Document Number HS10-03
Cole-Parmer Instrument Company
625 East Bunker Court
Vernon Hills, IL 60061
Telephone: [phone]
Toll Free: 800-323-4340
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: www.coleparmer.com
I. Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of a Cole-Parmer HS1, HS10, HS11, HP1, HP10, HP11, or ST1, ST10, ST11 Series unit. You will
find it easy to use and to maintain. Please read the instructions to insure that you receive the maximum benefit from it.
II. Warranty
Cole-PArmer warrants this unit to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of
purchase. If repair or adjustment is necessary within the one year period, and has not been the result of abuse or misuse, please
return the unit, freight prepaid to us or the dealer from whom you purchased the unit, and correction will be made without charge.
Out of warranty products will be repaired on a charge basis. Be sure to fill in and return the warranty registration card.
III. Return of Items
Authorization must be obtained before returning items for any reason. When applying for authorization, please include data
regarding the reason the items are to be returned. For your protection, items must be carefully packed to prevent damage in
shipment and insured against possible damage or loss. Torrey Pines Scientific will not be liable for damage resulting from careless
or insufficient packing. A 15% restocking charge will be made on all unauthorized returns. Note: Torrey Pines Scientific reserves
the right to make improvements in design, construction and appearance without notice.
IV. Labels and Symbols
There are various labels on the body of these units. Listed below are the labels and their Meanings.
This symbol means: Attention. The instruction manual is to be
consulted for further information. Attention. Lire ce manuel pour des informations complémentaries.
This symbol means: Warning. Hot surface. Attention. Surface chaude.
This symbol means: Ground or earth connections. Connexion á la terre.

V. Cautions
Heater Plate Surface
The HS1, HS10, HS11, HP1, HP10 and HP11 Series units are capable of temperatures in excess of 500 C at the plate surface.
Touching the heated surface will cause severe burns. USE EXTREME CAUTION AT ALL TIMES. Never leave your hot plate
accessible to others while it is hot. Never touch the heater surface unless you are absolutely certain that it is cool.
NOTE: DO NOT INSTALL THIS UNIT CLOSER THAN SIX (6) INCHES (15.24 CM) TO A WALL OF COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL.
ALSO, THIS UNIT IS NOT FOR USE WITH FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS. NE PAS INSTALLER Á MOINS DE 152 mm (6 PO) D=UNE
PAROI EN MATÉRIAU COMBUSTIBLE.
Remember that the plate surface is ceramic glass. It is very rugged, but it can be broken if heavy metal objects are dropped on it.
Try not to use sample containers that overlap the edges of the heater plate. The reflected heat may damage the silicon adhesive
holding the heater plate in its cast aluminum frame.
Stirrer
The stirrer is capable of stirring solutions well beyond 1500 rpm. Stirring a sample rapidly can cause solutions to splash out of a
vessel onto the surfaces around the unit including the user. Additionally, stirring too rapidly can cause the stir bar to break loose
from the stirrer magnet and rattle around the vessel causing the vessel to walk off the heater plate surface and to spill the solution.
The stirrers are open-loop. That means that there is no feedback circuit to maintain a constant stirring speed. As solutions heat,
they often become less viscous causing the stirrer to run more rapidly. Always check the stirrer to be sure it is set at the speed you
require to mix a solution safely.
Electrical
These units are made in models that operate at 115, and 230 volts AC " 10%. Be certain that your voltage matches the unit. Check
the voltage on the bottom label for the voltage setting on the unit. Be certain to use a three-wire, properly grounded AC input. Take
the normal care and precautions one would use with any electrical appliance. Be careful to keep the AC line cord away from the
heater plate surface. Be certain to use a line cord of the same type and rating as the one supplied with the unit. Note: all
fuses are fast blow. They are rated 8 amps, 125 volts for ceramic topped 115 VAC units, and 4 amps, 250 volts for 230 VAC
units. Bien véritier que le cordon utilisé est du meme type que celui livré avec l=unité. Note: tous les fusibles sont à
action rapide. Lis sont à 8 A et 125 volts pour les unités á surface céramique de 115 volts et de 4 A pour les unité de 250 et
230 volts.
The unit is fused. The fuse is in a drawer in the AC power module on the rear of the unit. If the unit will not heat or stir, the fuse
may be open. The fuse can be checked by removing the AC line cord from the AC power input module, and removing the fuse
drawer from its holder. To remove the drawer, use a small, straight screw driver and pry open the drawer. Note how it comes out
so that it may be replaced easily. Replace with fuses of the same value as installed by the manufacturer. Caution. If fuses blow
repeatedly, contact your dealer or the manufacturer. Attention. Si les fusibles sautent de manière répétitive, contacter
votre distributeur habituel ou le fabricant.
VI. Set Up Parameters and Instructions
These units are very simple to use. Follow the instructions below for installation.
Note: The IPX (Index of Protection) rating for this unit is 0 as specified by the manufacturer.
Set Up Parameters
1. Ambient operating temperature range is from 5 C to 40 C.
2. Maximum altitude of operation should not exceed 2000 meters.
3. Maximum ambient operating relative humidity should not exceed 80% at 31 C decreasing linearly to 50% relative humidity at
40 C.
Set Up Instructions
1. Place the unit on a level, dry bench or surface.
2. Plug the unit into a properly grounded, three-wire outlet of proper voltage.
3. The power is supplied to the heater and stirrer separately through their individual controls.
Note: Do not use this equipment in any manner not specified by the manufacturer. Note: Ne pas utiliser cet équipement si
vous ne pouves pas respecter les conditions d=utilisation spécifiées par le fabricant.

Environmental Information
1. This unit is for installation category II.
2. This unit is rated pollution degree 2.
3. For pollution catagory for decommissioning, check local code requirements.
VII. Controls and Indicator Lamps
Heater Control and Indicator Lamp (HS1, HS10, HS11 and HP1, HP10 and HP11 Models Only)
The heater control is tied to the indicator lamp next to it. When the control is activated, the lamp will illuminate. The control itself
has an OFF position and two quick set positions: HI and LO. Between high and low there is about 270 of rotation about the bottom
of the dial that is infinite, that is, smooth and without detents.
The low setting will heat the plate surface to about 100 C. The high setting will heat the plate surface to about 500 C depending
upon your local input line voltage. Any setting in between is attainable by turning the dial between LO and HI about the bottom axis
of the dial.
Stirrer Control and Indicator Lamp ( HS1, HS10, HS1 and ST1, ST10 and ST11 Models Only )
The stirrer control is tied to the indicator lamp next to it. When the control is activated, the lamp will illuminate. The control has an
OFF setting at the top of the dial. When turning the dial clockwise the off detent will click and the control will be active. As the
control is turned clockwise, the stirrer will increase in speed.
Note: The stirrer will have a dead zone for about the first 90 to 180 of rotation. The stirrer will not start to run in this zone. That is
because the stirrer motor will start to run more freely as it heats and breaks-in. This will cause the stirrer to run faster until the motor
warms-up. Leaving this dead zone allows the user to turn-down the speed of the stirrer as the stirrer motor warms-up. Be certain to
observe the stirrer for a while after initial setting to avoid having the stirrer motor run too rapidly.
VIII. Cleaning and Maintenance
This unit is subject to splashes and spills. Be sure to clean all spills quickly. The adhesive that holds the ceramic glass heater
surface is a silicone-based adhesive that may be attacked or discolored by acids or bases. Quick clean up of spills will prevent
damage. Wipe spills with a soft cloth or paper towel. If a cleaning solution is necessary, use a mild soap or detergent solution and
a soft cloth. Be sure not to use solvents. They could damage the paint and labels.
Cleaning the glass heater top is equally simple. Use any slightly abrasive cleaner used on glass surfaces and a paper towel or soft
cloth.
CAUTION: DO NOT ATTEMPT TO CLEAN THE HEATER SURFACE WHEN IT IS HOT. BURNS COULD OCCUR.
PRÉCAUTION D= EMPLOI: NE PAS NETTOYER LA SURFACE DE LA PLAQUE LORQU=ELLE EST CHAUDE POUR ÉVITER
TOUTE BRÛLURE ACCIDENTELLE.
Maintenance
There is no preventative maintenance required on these units other than to keep them clean. All components are solid state and will
work until they fail. If they fail, they can be replaced easily. A simple inspection should be done whenever the unit is to be used.
This simple inspection should include:
1. Checking that the AC cord is not frayed or burned.
2. Checking that the unit is not dirty to a point where proper performance is impaired.
3. Be certain to store the unit properly, when not in use, in an area that will not have items placed on top of the unit, and covered in a
way that will keep dirt and other foreign bodies out of the unit..
Spare and Consumable Parts
There are very few spare or consumable parts necessary. A simple list is below.
Part Number Description

730-0001 Power Cord, US
730-0006 Power Cord, German (European)
730-0008 Power Cord, UK
730-0004 Power Cord, Italian
730-0005 Power Cord, Australian
380-0003 Fuse, 8 amp, 125 volt
380-0005 Fuse, 4 amp, 250 volt
IX. ADDITIONAL SYMBOLS
The following are additional symbols found on the labels of the instrument.
Symbol Description
V Voltage
~ Alternating Current
A Current
Hz Frequency
W Power
F Fast Acting Fuse