Cole Parmer EH-200 Series User manual

Instruction Manual
M6895 Version 6.6
Cole-Parmer®
EH-200 Series
Macro-Kjeldahl
Extraction Equipment

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Please take your time to read this Instruction manual in order to understand the safe and
correct use of your new Cole-Parmer product.
It is recommended the responsible Body for the use of this equipment reads this instruction
manual and ensures the user(s) are suitably trained in its operation.
Contents Page
Section 1 Introduction 3
Section 2 Symbols and using this Instruction Manual 4
Section 3 Safety Information 5
Section 4 Unpacking and Contents 7
Section 5 Installation 8
Section 6 Environmental Protection 9
Section 7 Equipment Operation 10
Section 8 Technical Specification 11
Section 9 Maintenance 12
Section 10 Spares and Accessories 14
Section 11 Customer Support 14
Section 12 Declaration of Conformity 15
© The copyright of this instruction manual is the property of Antylia Scientific Limited. This instruction manual is supplied
by Antylia Scientific Limited on the express understanding that it is to be used solely for the purpose for which it is
supplied. It may not be copied, used or disclosed to others in whole or part for any purpose except as authorised in
writing by Antylia Scientific Limited. Antylia Scientific Limited reserves the right to alter, change or modify this document
without prior notification.
In the interest of continued development Antylia Scientific Limited reserve the right to alter or modify the design
and / or assembly process of their products without prior notification.
This product is manufactured in Great Britain by Antylia Scientific, part of the Antylia Scientific Group of
companies.
Antylia Scientific Ltd.
Beacon Road,
Stone,
Staffordshire,
ST15 0SA,
United Kingdom
Tel: [phone]

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1. INTRODUCTION
The Macro-Kjeldahl Equipment.
The Cole-Parmer EH-200-2 & EH200-2-L Series of products has been designed for
Kjeldahlextraction on a macro scale.
These multibank units are available with either 2 or 6 recesses. The units have a
stainless-steel housing. There are two capacity sizes available, one for
100-300ml vessels and the second for 500-800ml vessels.
The lower part of the unit houses the control equipment. This is separated from
the heating element by a stainless-steel tray and a well-ventilated air space.
Each heating mantle has its own energy regulator incorporating an ON/OFF
switch and an amber, mains to heater neon indicator. There is also a mains On
indicator (clear) on the front panel. The units are also fused on the supply line
and neutral except EH-200-6-L-115 which has no fuses (see Section 5).
Note: EH-200-2 & EH200-2-L products incorporate earth screen and are CE marked.
The six recessed versions when specified for use with 500-800ml vessels is only
available in a 230 V~AC rating. All other models are available in 115Volt~AC or
230V~AC.
Note: EH-200-6-L-115 is only for sale outside of Europe and is not CE approved.

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2. SYMBOLS AND USING THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL
2.1.
Throughout this Instruction manual the following symbols are shown to identify
conditions which pose a hazard to the user, or to identify actions that should be
observed. These symbols are also shown on the product, or its packaging. When a
symbol is shown next to a paragraph or statement it is recommended the user takes
particular note of that instruction in order to prevent damage to the equipment or to
prevent injury to oneself or other people.
The Responsible Body and the Operator should read and be familiar with this
Instruction manual in order to preserve the protection afforded by the
equipment.
To prevent injury or equipment damage it is the manufacturer’s
recommendation that all persons using this equipment are suitably trained
before use.
2.2.
Symbols Defined.
Caution, risk of danger. See note or adjacent symbol.
Protective conductor terminal to be earthed.
(Do not loosen or disconnect).
Caution / Risk of electric shock.
Recyclable Packaging Material.
Material irritant to skin. When handling wear face mask to BS/EN 149
and protective gloves.
Bio Chemical Hazard. Caution required. Will require decontamination.

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3. SAFETY INFORMATION
This product has been designed for safe operation when used as detailed in accordance
with the manufacturer’s instructions.
NOTE: Failure to use this equipment in accordance with this instruction manual may
compromise your basic safety protection afforded by the equipment and may invalidate
the warranty / guarantee. The warranty / guarantee does not cover damaged caused by
faulty installation or misuse of the equipment.
3.1. Prevention of Fire and Electric shock.
To prevent a risk of fire or electric shock, do not open your product case
without authorisation. Only qualified Service personnel should attempt to
repair this Controller.
Only replace fuses with the type as listed in Technical Specification section
(See fuse type and rating).
Ensure the Mains Power Supply conforms to rating found on the data plate
located on the base of this product.
Never operate this equipment without connection to earth / ground. Ensure
the mains supply voltage is correctly earthed / grounded in accordance with
current area legislation.
3.2. General Safe Operating Practice.
Always follow good laboratory practice when using this Equipment. Give
due recognition to your company’s safety and legislative health & safety
procedures and all associated legislation applicable to your areas of operation.
Check laboratory procedures for substances being heated and ensure all
hazards (e.g. explosion, implosion or the release of toxic or flammable gases)
that might arise have been suitably addressed before proceeding. When
heating certain substances the liberation of hazardous gases may require the
use of a fume cupboard or other means of extraction.
Ensure equipment is used on a clean, dry, non-combustible, solid work surface
with at least 300mm suitable clearance all around from other equipment.
Do not position the product so that it is difficult to disconnect from the mains
supply.
Do not touch the heating element or any glass vessel whilst in use
Do not lean or stretch over equipment, glassware and fixings when in use
Do not immerse the controller in water or fluids.
Do not spill substances onto this unit. If spillage does occur, disconnect
unit from mains supply and follow instructions as detailed in Section
‘Maintenance’.

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To prevent electronic overheat and potential fire, do not cover this product
when connected to the mains power supply.
Do not obstruct or block the ventilation slots.
Only use an Earth screened mantle with electrically conductive vessels.
Do not leave equipment switch on with empty glassware.
Do not thermally insulate the exposed upper section of the vessel(s), asthe
insulation used may obstruct the convection cooling airways around the rim of
the cartridge enclosure and cause the mantle to overheat
It is not recommended to leave any heating apparatus unattended
during operation.
The equipment is not spark, flame or explosion proof and has not been designed
for use in hazardous areas in terms of BSEN 60079-14:1997.
Keep flammable, low flash point substances away from the apparatus.
Do not operate or handle any part of the product with wet hands.
Do not leave this product switched on without glass sides in place for
prolonged periods.
Keep the mains plug and lead set cable away from the heating apparatus being
controlled.
ATTENTION: With high energy input and certain configurations of glassware in
EH-200 Series products, where the heating contact to glassware is relatively
small, localised heating and subsequent ‘bumping’ of the fluid being heated
may occur. Application advice should be sought from the manufacturer

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4. UNPACKING AND CONTENTS
Please check the contents of your carton against the relevant product diagram
Applicable to all EH-200-2 & EH-200-6 Series products.
2 way 6 way
Item No
1
Description
Instruction manual
Qty
1
2
Rack
1
3
Product
1
For future reference
please record your
products Serial and
Model Numbers.
Serial Number
Model Number

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Green /Yellow
or
Green
= Earth / Ground
Blue or White = Neutral
Brown
or
Black
= Live / line hot.
5. INSTALLATION
5.1. Electrical safety and Installation
5.2. This equipment is designed for safe operation under the following conditions:-
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Indoor use.
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Altitude up to 2000 meters.
•
Temperatures between 5°C and 40°C.
•
Maximum relative humidity 80% for temperatures up to 31°C decreasing
linearly to 50% relative humidity at 40°C.
• Mains supply voltage fluctuations up to ± 10% of the nominal voltage.
•Transient overvoltages typically present on the mains supply. (Overvoltage
category II).
•
Applicable rated pollution degree 2.
5.3. This equipment must be earthed / grounded to a fixed earth / grounded mains
socket outlet. The mains supply is to be earthed / grounded in accordance with
current legislation.
5.4. Ensure only the correct rated mains input fuses are fitted. (Where applicable ensure
the correct mains cable fuse if fitted). See Technical Specification, Section 8 of this
Instruction manual.
5.5. Check the voltage on the product data label of this unit. Ensure the rating conforms to
your local supply. If an 115V product is used in a 230V supply area, then a 230/115V
transformer must be installed between the 230V mains supply and the product, by a
competent electrician.
5.6.
This product should be connected to a mains supply source which incorporates a RCD
or GFCI device that has a tripping current of 30mA or less. The RCD or GFCI residual
Current Device cuts off power to the equipment immediately it detects a current
leakage fault. For example, cutting off the power when there is an accidental liquid
spillage in a mantle protected with an earth (ground) screen.
5.7.
Do not install this product or accessories on a surface which may become
flooded
5.8.
The units up to and including 1800 watts are supplied with a moulded mains cord and
plug set wired as follows:-

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Note: Units above 1800 watts (i.e. EH-200-6-L and EH-200-6-L-115) are
classified as permanently connected equipment and will need to be
hardwired by acompetent electrician. Guidance notes as follows;
An external switch/circuit breaker and overcurrent protection device must
be fitted inline with hardwired equipment. The switch/circuit breaker
must be positioned near to the unit and marked clearly asthe
disconnecting device.
EH-200-6-L (230V): Mains cable is supplied with this model. Free end to behard
wired into a suitable 16Amp rated socket, or isolator unit. (continued)
EH-200-6-L-115 (115V): There are no internal fuses on this model. Suitable
fusesmust be fitted in the building supply / distribution point as part of the
installation. Remove the 4 screws holding the terminal mounting plate on the
rear of the unit. Feed mains cable (not supplied) through cable gland and
connect to Ground, Neutral and Live connection points on the 3 way
mains terminal block. Tighten the cable gland in the required position and
replace and secure the terminal mounting plate. Hard wire the free end into a
fused isolation unit and fit 35Amp fuses.
Observation: the surface of the heating element of a mantle cartridge will upon
receipt look slightly discoloured. This discolouration is normal and occurs atthe
factory during test when the mantle is first heated up.
6. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
6.1.
Maximum consideration has to be given to environmental issues within the design and
manufacturing process without compromising end product performance and value.
6.2. Packaging materials have been selected such that they may be sorted for
recycling.
6.3. At the end of your product and accessories life, it must not be discarded as
domestic waste. Ref: EU Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electrical and Electronic
Equipment Directive (WEEE). Please contact your distributor / supplier for further
information. For end users outside of the EU consult applicable regulations.
6.4. This product should only be dismantled for recycling by an authorised recycling
company.
Th is product and accessories must be accompanied by a completed
Decontamination Certificate prior to any Disposal. Copies of the Certificate are
available from Distributor/Manufacturer.

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7. EQUIPMENT OPERATION
1 Mains power on indicator
2
Heating element temperature control
7.1.
Place charged, clean dry glass vessels of the size indicated on the label, in the
mantle. Where ever possible the vessels should be supported within the mantle by
means of a support rod and clamp.
7.2. If a support rod is used, insert it through the clamp onto the bench top.
7.3. Care should be taken to ensure a good contact between the surface of the vessel
and the heating element before switching on the power supply. When first used the
surface of the heating element will become slightly discoloured. This is due to the
dressing in the fabric and will gradually disappear with use.
7.4. Connect to the mains electricity supply ensuring the correct voltage has been
applied. See data plate for correct electrical supply voltage.
NOTE: The mains power on indication neon’s on will illuminate for each
position when the heaters are operational.
7.5.
Regulate the temperature by turning the control dial up or down.
7.6.
When finished with the equipment, turn off from the mains electrical
supply. Allow the glassware and unit to cool down. Remove
glassware.