CORNING LSE 6875-SB User manual

Model Nos.
6875-SB, 6885-DB, 6895-FB
6876-SB, 6886-DB, 6896-FB
6877-SB, 6887-DB, 6897-FB
6878-SB, 6888-DB, 6898-FB
Corning®LSE™
Digital Dry Bath Heater
Instruction Manual
About This Manual
This manual is designed to assist you in the optimal usage of your Corning LSE
Digital Dry Bath Heater. The manual is available in English, French, German, Italian,
Portuguese, and Spanish at www.corning.com/lifesciences.

Corning® LSE™ Digital Dry Bath Heaters – Single-, Dual-, and Four-block models

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Instruction Manual
Corning®LSE™Digital Dry Bath Heater
Table of Contents
1.0 General Specifications ........................................... 2
2.0 Safety Precautions ............................................... 2
3.0 Installation ...................................................... 3
4.0 Controls ......................................................... 3
5.0 Operation ....................................................... 4
6.0 Calibration ...................................................... 4
7.0 USB Interface .................................................... 5
8.0 Troubleshooting Guide........................................... 6
9.0 Service and Repair Information ................................... 6
10.0 Cleaning and Maintenance ....................................... 7
11.0 Equipment Disposal – European Regulations ..................... 7
12.0 Appendix: Symbols and Conventions ............................. 7
13.0 Limited Warranty ................................................ 8
Intended Use
Corning LSE Digital Dry Bath Heaters provide comprehensive designs for
a wide variety of life science research applications. Excellent temperature
control figures can deliver accurate and reliable experimental results from
one experiment to another.
If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer,
the protection provided by the equipment may be impaired.

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1.0 General Specifications
Temperature range Ambient +5°C to 150°C
Temperature 0.1°C 4 digit LED
display resolution
Temperature ±0.2°C (at 37°C in block)
uniformity
Temperature ±0.3°C
accuracy
Temperature Microprocessor – user calibratable
controller
Timer 1 to 99 hours 59 minutes or continuous in
1 minute increments
Operating altitude Not to exceed 2,000 meters
Control PI Microprocessor controller
I/O USB unidirectional
Dimensions Single and dual block models:
(W x D x H) 8.3 x 12.4 x 4.7 in. (21 x29 x 12 cm)
Four block models:
8.3 x 16.3 x 4.7 in. (21 x 39 x 12 cm)
Weight Single and dual block models:
7.0 lbs. (3.2 kg)
Four block models:
9.6 lbs. (4.4 kg)
Electrical 6875-SB: 115V, 50/60Hz, 1 A, fuse 1.6 AT
requirements 6876-SB: 230V, 50/60Hz, 0.5 A, fuse 1AT
6877-SB: 230V, 50/60Hz, 0.5 A, fuse 1AT (UK plug)
6878-SB: 100V, 50/60Hz, 1 A, fuse 1.6 AT
6885-DB: 115V, 50/60Hz, 1.9A, fuse 3.15AT
6886-DB: 230V, 50/60Hz, 0.95 A, fuse 1.6AT
6887-DB: 230V, 50/60Hz, 0.95 A, fuse 1.6AT (UK plug)
6888-DB: 100V, 50/60Hz, 1.9A, fuse 3.15AT
6895-FB: 115V, 50/60Hz, 3.73 A, fuse 5 AT
6896-FB: 230V, 50/60Hz, 1.86 A, fuse 3.15 AT
6897-FB: 230V, 50/60Hz, 1.86 A, fuse 3.15 (UK plug)
6898-FB: 100V, 50/60Hz, 3.73 A, fuse 5 AT
2.0 Safety Precautions
Do not use this product in an explosive environment.
Do not use in the presence of flammable or combustible material.
Do not heat substances that react violently when heated.
Do not touch block when hot or when unit is heating. Use block lifter.
Do not touch area around block or block well when unit is hot.
Do not spill liquids into the well area or into the unit side vent holes.
Connect unit only to a properly grounded outlet.

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Caution: HOT surfaces that can burn or cause injury.
Use of this product in any manner not specified by the manufacturer or
modification of the product may cause injury and/or may void the warranty.
3.0 Installation
Upon unpacking the Corning® LSE™ Digital Dry Bath Heater, inspect for
damage. Shipping damage is the responsibility of the carrier. Inspect that
the following are present: instruction manual, data logger software, line
cord, block lifter, lid, USB cable.
Select a location that is dry and not subject to drafts or moving air from
heating or air conditioning vents or air blown by other equipment. Place
the unit on a flat, preferably non-flammable, surface. Allow sufficient room
around the unit for access and cooling (six inches minimum on all sides is
suggested). Plug the unit into a properly grounded outlet. Using the lifter,
insert the block(s) into the well. The unit is now ready for use.
4.0 Controls
On/Off rocker switch, located on the back of the unit: Turns primary power
on and off.
Start/Stop LED, red: Used to activate or stop the unit. Illuminates when unit
is in heating mode; off in temperature set mode.
Time LED, green: Used to set or select Time mode. This LED light indicates
running Time mode.
Heating LED, red: Illuminates when unit is in Heating mode and unit is
applying heat to the block. This LED is on continuously during heat-up and
cycles on and off when the unit is at the set temperature.
Temperature Up arrow key: Raises set temperature when unit is in Set mode.
Temperature Down arrow key: Lowers set temperature when unit is in Set mode
Timer Up arrow key: Raises set time when unit is in Set mode.
Timer Down arrow key: Lowers set time when unit is in Set mode.

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5.0 Operation
1. Place the Corning® LSE™ Digital Dry Bath Heater on a sturdy and level
surface in a safe, dry place away from laboratory traffic.
2. Ensure the AC power switch is Off, then plug the three-pronged power
cord into a grounded three-prong AC outlet of the appropriate voltage
(115V or 220V as indicated on the rating sticker near the AC cord on the
back of the unit).
3. Select suitable module block(s) or appropriate water volume and put the
block(s) into the Corning LSE Digital Dry Bath Heater.
4. Turn the AC power On.
5. Run temperature calibration procedure when using the instrument for
the first time.
6. Press the Temperature Up or Down keys to adjust to the desired
temperature.
7. Press the Timer Up or Down keys to adjust to the desired time.
8. Press the Start/Stop key to start heating.
9. If you need to reset the timer during heating, press the Start/Stop key to
deactivate heating.
10. Press the Start/Stop key again to stop the unit.
11. If the lid is to be used, align the shaded area on the dry bath surface
with the magnet of the lid to attach it to the housing. To remove the
lid, press one hand firmly on the housing and use the other hand to pull
the lid off. To use the lid, the tube should not exceed 25 mm above the
heating block.
6.0 Calibration
Calibration allows the unit temperature display to be adjusted or matched
to the temperature of a single sample or to a calibrated thermometer,
thereby making an independent temperature measure of the block.
Corning LSE Digital Dry Bath Heaters are calibrated at the factory at 40°C
using a standard small hole-pattern block. If you are using a block with
a high heat loss rate, such as a block with large holes or a platform style
block, you may choose to recalibrate the unit to your specific application.

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Also, if you are using very loose or odd shaped vessels, the calibration
function can help you match the display temperature to your actual sample
temperature.
To calibrate the unit for a given block or sample, first turn the unit off using
the On/Off switch. Then place a thermometer of known accuracy* into
the block thermometer hole or a thermocouple or other sensor into your
sample. Make sure there is a good fit between the thermometer and the
block or good contact between any sensor and sample or sensor and block.
To calibrate the block or sample to the display:
1. Press and hold the Start/Stop key, then simultaneously power up the
unit with the On/Off switch.
2. You should hear a “DU-DU-DU” sound from the dry bath and the
display will have one segment flashing on the left and will show a set
temperature, and the right will show adjt.
3. Use the Temperature Up and Down arrow keys to set the desired
temperature at which you want to calibrate the unit. Then press the
Start key.
4. Allow a minimum of 10 minutes (maximum 20 minutes) for the unit to
heat up to your set temperature and to equilibrate at this temperature.
The entire LED display will start flashing when equilibration is reached.
5. After the entire display has started flashing, read the thermometer (or
sensor meter) and use the Up and Down arrow keys to adjust the display
to the thermometer or sensor reading. Then press the Start/Stop key.
6. The unit will then begin to automatically adjust its operating temp-
erature to your original set point with the recalibration factor included.
Allow sufficient time for the unit to re-equilibrate, then compare the
thermometer or sensor reading to the calibrated display again. They
should closely match. If not, repeat the calibration procedure.
7.0 USB Interface
Corning® LSE™ Digital Dry Bath Heaters have a USB unidirectional data port.
A cable and software are available which allow a user to use a desktop or
laptop computer to record and/or print a record of the temperature profile
produced by the dry bath.
*Thermometers used for calibration purposes should have a written calibration certificate
and be traceable back to NIST or other certified body. General lab thermometers are often
not accurate enough for calibration work.

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8.0 Troubleshooting Guide
Problem Solution
Display/LEDs do not light up 1. Check power cord and outlet.
2. Check On/Off switch.
3. Check fuse.
4. Contact Corning Life Sciences for service.
Unit not heating 1. Is set point below room temperature?
2. Is “Start” LED illuminated?
3. Press “Start” key.
4. Contact Corning Life Sciences for service.
Unit display overshoots 1. Normal operation. Display set point in
heat-up overshoots on initial heat-up
but block and sample do not overshoot
(see Operation section).
Block or sample temperature 1. Is unit in heating mode?
not the same as display 2. Is unit sitting in a drafty area?
temperature 3. Check accuracy of thermometer.
4. Is thermometer making good contact?
5. Follow calibration procedure.
9.0 Service and Repair Information
If you have a question about the Corning® LSE™ Digital Dry Bath Heater or
have a service inquiry, contact Corning Customer Service immediately at:
 1.800.492.1110 (for toll-free calling within the U.S. and Canada)
 1.978.442.2200 (outside the U.S.), or
 Contact your local Corning support office listed in the back of this manual.
Before returning any unit for service, a Return Authorization (RA) number
must first be obtained. Equipment sent in without prior authorization
will be returned at the customer’s expense. When returning a unit to
Corning for service, it should be sent in the original packaging. If this is not
possible, be sure that the unit is sufficiently packed. Any damage resulting
from improper packaging is the responsibility of the customer. A written
explanation should accompany the unit along with the RA number.

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10.0 Cleaning and Maintenance
Make sure that the Corning® LSE™ Digital Dry Bath Heater and block are
cool and the power cord is disconnected before performing any cleaning
or maintenance. Repair or maintenance should only be performed by an
authorized service technician.
The dry bath may be cleaned with a moist cloth containing a mild soap
solution. Do not immerse the dry bath in water or any liquid.
The blocks may also be cleaned in a mild soapy solution. Be sure that all
items have thoroughly dried before attempting to connect the cord or use
the unit.
Spills: In the event liquid is accidentally spilled into the bath or well area,
disconnect the plug from the outlet and turn the unit upside down to
minimize liquid contact with the internal components. Remove the bottom
cover and inspect to assure liquid has not contacted heater elements,
electronic controls, or connectors. Have a qualified service technician clean
the unit and replace any damaged parts.
11.0 Equipment Disposal – European Regulations
According to Directive 2012/19/EU of the European Parliament and of the
Council of 4 July 2012 on waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE),
the Corning LSE Digital Dry Bath Heater is marked with the crossed-out
wheeled bin and must not be disposed of with domestic waste.
Consequently, the buyer shall follow the instructions for reuse and recycling
of waste electronic and electrical equipment (WEEE) provided with the
products and available at the following link: www.corning.com/weee
12.0 Appendix: Symbols and Conventions
The following chart is an illustrated glossary of the symbols that may be
used in this manual or on the product.
CAUTION: This symbol refers you to important operating
and maintenance (servicing) instructions within the product
Instruction Manual. Failure to heed this information may
present a risk of damage or injury to persons or equipment.
ATTENTION: Hot Surface.
Indicates disposal instruction.
DO NOT throw this unit into a municipal trash bin when this
unit has reached the end of its lifetime. To ensure utmost
protection of the global environment and minimize pollution,
please recycle this unit.

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13.0 Limited Warranty
Corning Incorporated (Corning) warrants that this product will be free
from defects in material and workmanship for a period of three (3) years
from date of purchase. This warranty is valid only if the product is used for
its intended purpose and within the guidelines specified in the supplied
instruction manual.
Should this product require service, contact Corning Customer Service
department at 1.800.492.1110 or 978.492.1110 to receive a return
authorization number and shipping instructions. Products received without
proper authorization will be returned. All items returned for service should
be sent postage prepaid in the original packaging or other suitable carton,
and padded to avoid damage. Corning will not be responsible for damage
incurred by improper packaging. Corning may elect for onsite service for
larger equipment.
This warranty does not cover damage caused by accident, neglect, misuse,
improper service, natural forces, or other causes not arising from defects
in original material or workmanship. This warranty does not cover motor
brushes, fuses, light bulbs, batteries, or damage to paint or finish. Claims for
transit damage should be filed with the transportation carrier.
ALL WARRANTIES INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY
AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED IN DURATION OF
36 MONTHS FROM THE ORIGINAL DATE OF PURCHASE.
CORNING’S SOLE OBLIGATION UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS LIMITED TO THE
REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT, AT CORNING’S DISCRETION, OF A DEFECTIVE
PRODUCT. CORNING IS NOT LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGE, COMMERCIAL LOSS, OR ANY OTHER DAMAGES RESULTING FROM
THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT.
Some states do not allow limitation on the length of implied warranties
or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. This
warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may have other rights which
vary from state to state.
No individual may accept for, or on behalf of Corning, any other obligation
of liability, or extend the period of this warranty.
For your reference, make a note of the model and serial number, date of
purchase, and supplier here.
Model No. ____________________ Serial No. _______________________________
Date Purchased ___________________________________________________________
Supplier _________________________________________________________________