Lab-Line L-C OVENS 3510 User manual

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OPERATION MANUAL
MANUAL NO. 056-559-00
REV. C
LAB-LINE?LOW COST OVENS
MODEL NOs. 3510, 3510-1
3511, 3511-1
3512, 3512-1
3513, 3513-1
DESIGNERS AND MANUFACTURERS
A SUBSIDIARY of Barnstead|Thermolyne
1999 North 15th Ave., Melrose Park, IL 60160-1491 USA
PHONE: [phone] or [phone]; FAX: [phone]

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION TITLE
1Introduction
2 Description
3Specifications
4Installation
5Operation
6Maintenance
7Replacement Parts
Warranty

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SECTION 1
INTRODUCTION
THANK YOU
for selecting Lab-Line Instruments for your equipment needs. For maximum value and
ease of start-up,
PLEASE PROCEED AS FOLLOWS:
?Inspect the carton and contents for shipping damage. Notify the carrier immediately
if damage is found.
?Use the Accessory Checklist when unpacking to verify that the complete unit has
been received. Do not discard packing materials until all is accounted for.
?Read this Operation Manual thoroughly before deciding upon an appropriate
location for the unit: you will want to consider the availability of power, water, hook-
ups, drains and other unit requirements, as well as user convenience.
?Insist that every operator of this unit becomes familiar with the Operation Section of
this manual.
?Be sure to fill out the Warranty Registration Card and mail it in to Lab-Line
Instruments within seven (7) days after receiving the unit.
IF
after reading this manual you should have any difficulties with the installation or
operation instructions, please call:
Lab-Line Customer Relations Department
[phone] or [phone]
ALL RIGHT RESERVED
The information contained in this manual is the exclusive property of Lab-Line Instruments, Inc., and has been pro-
vided solely to enable the users of the equipment described herein to operate and maintain such equipment. Any
other use of this information, or the reproduction or transmission of all or any portion of this manual without prior
written consent of the manufacturer is expressly prohibited. © 2000, Lab-Line Instruments, Inc.

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SECTION 2
DESCRIPTION
Lab-Line's L-C Ovens are designed for use in hospitals, industry, school
laboratories—wherever there is a need for low-cost, yet reliable ovens for
drying, sterilization, baking, evaporation or similar type work.
The temperature range, controlled by a thermostat on the front control
panel, is from slightly above ambient to 210ºC. A sheathed heater produces the
unit’s heat.
Helping to retain chamber heat is one-inch thick insulation of semi-
refractory fibers which is sandwiched between the double walls of the chamber.
The interior walls of the chamber are aluminum and the shelves are steel wire as
is the surface covering the heater area—all for more efficient distribution of heat
L-C Ovens are built for rugged performance and long life. Each has a
steel exterior finished in baked enamel. To inhibit rust the shelves are nickel-
plated steel.

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SECTION 3
SPECIFICATIONS
POWER REQUIREMENTS:
3510: 120 Volts, 50/60 Hz, 4.2 Amps, 500 Watts
3510-1: 240 Volts, 50/60 Hz, 2.1 Amps, 500 Watts
3511: 120 Volts, 50/60 Hz, 6.7 Amps, 800 Watts
3511-1: 240 Volts, 50/60 Hz, 3.3 Amps, 800 Watts
3512: 120 Volts, 50/60 Hz, 6.7 Amps, 800 Watts
3512-1: 240 Volts, 50/60 Hz, 3.3 Amps, 800 Watts
3513: 120 Volts, 50/60 Hz, 13.3 Amps, 1600 Watts
3513-1: 240 Volts, 50/60 Hz, 6.7 Amps, 1600 Watts
TEMPERATURE RANGE: All models, slightly above ambient to 210ºC.
OVERALL DIMENSIONS:
3510, 3510-1: 12½"W x 13½"D x 18"H
(32 x 34 x 46 cm)
3511, 3511-1: 18½"W x 13½"D x 22½"H
(47 x 34 x 57 cm)
3512, 3512-1: 20½"W x 15¾"D x 28½"H
(52 x 40 x 72 cm)
3513, 3513-1: 31-1/8"W x 20-5/8"D x 28-7/8"H
(79 x 52 x 73 cm)
CHAMBER DIMENSIONS:
3510, 3510-1: 10"W x 11½"D x 11¼"H
(25 x 29 x 29 cm)
3511, 3511-1: 16"W x 11½"D x 16-1/8"H
(41 x 29 x 41 cm)
3512, 3512-1: 18"W x 13½"D x 22"H
(46 x 34 x 56 cm)
3513, 3513-1: 28"W x 18"D x 22"H
(71 x 46 x 56 cm)
VOLUME:
3510, 3510-1: 0.7 cu. ft. (19.8 liters)
3511, 3511-1: 1.7 cu. ft. (48.2 liters)
3512, 3512-1: 3.1 cu. ft. (87.8 liters)
3513, 3513-1: 5.7 cu. ft. (161.4 liters)
NET WEIGHT:
3510, 3510-1: 28 lbs. (13 kg)
3511, 3511-1: 45 lbs. (20 kg)
3512, 3512-1: 65 lbs. (30 kg)
3513, 3513-1: 115 lbs. (52 kg)

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SPECIFICATIONS:(Con’t)
UNIT’S ENVIRONMENTAL OPERATING CONDITIONS:
POLLUTION DEGREE: 2
INSTALLATION CATEGORY: II
ALTITUDE: 2000 Meters MSL (Mean Sea Level)
HUMIDITY: 80% maximum, non-condensing
ELECTRICAL SUPPLY: 120VAC or 240VAC
VOLTAGE TOLERANCE: ±10% of normal rated line
TEMPERATURE: 15ºC to 40ºC
PRODUCT USAGE: This product is intended for use indoors only

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SECTION 4
INSTALLATION
?SHIPPING CARTON:
This should be inspected upon delivery. When received, carefully
examine for any shipping damage before unpacking. If damage is discovered,
the delivering carrier should both specify and sign for the damage on your
copy of the delivery receipt.
Open the carton carefully making certain that all parts are accounted for
before packaging materials are discarded—after unpacking, if damage is found
promptly report it to the carrier and request a damage inspection promptly.
IMPORTANT: Failure to request an inspection of damage within a few
days after receipt of shipment absolves the carrier from any liability for damage:
you must call for a damage inspection promptly.
LOCATION: Set the oven where it is to be operated, in an area free of drafts and
strong vibrations. The oven must not be placed on or near a combustible surface
or material.
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS:
120 VAC models require a 120 VAC, 50/60 Hz power source. They are
supplied with a 3-wire line cord. It should be plugged into an outlet
designed for 3-prong plugs. If an extension cord is used, it also should be
the 3-wire grounded type. For an outlet designed to accept 2-prong plugs
(ungrounded), it is
required that a qualified electrician replace the outlet with a new grounded type.
240 VAC models require a 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz power source. Because of
the variety of plug configurations in use worldwide for 240 VAC power, the unit is
furnished with the plug removed. The user must install a plug to conform with
local code and configuration requirements.
If a plug must be installed, use only the 3-prong grounded type, rated for
the unit load requirements and matching the power outlet. Make sure the green
ground wire is secured to the plug ground terminal.
NOTE: LEAVE UNIT DISCONNECTED WHEN NOT IN USE.

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INSTALLATION
AT FIRST: Install the shelves on the rack inside the oven.
Turn the power switch off and plug the oven into a receptacle which
provides the required voltage as indicated on the unit’s nameplate.
Install an immersion thermometer— furnished by the user—into its
grommet holder. Adjust the immersion depth to 175 mm (measured from the bulb
to the top of the rubber washer). Insert this assembly into the thermometer vent
ring which is located on top of the oven.
THERMOMETER HOLDER
175MM
THERMOMETER VENT RING
(TOP OF OVEN)

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SECTION 5
OPERATION
DANGER: DO NOT USE IN THE PRESENCE OF FLAMMABLE OR
COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS OR EXPLOSIVE GASES. DO NOT USE IN THE
PRESENCE OF PRESSURIZED OR SEALED CONTAINERS—FIRE OR
EXPLOSION MAY RESULT, CAUSING DEATH OR SEVERE INJURY.
WARNING: DO NOT HEAT ANY SUBSTANCE ABOVE A TEMPERATURE
WHICH WILL CAUSE IT TO EMIT TOXIC FUMES—DEATH OR SEVERE
INJURY MAY RESULT.
CAUTION: IT IS THE USER'S RESPONSIBILITY TO MONITOR OVEN ACTION
WHEN SETTING AND MAINTAINING OPERATING TEMPERATURE—OVEN
FAILURE MAY OCCUR WITH POSSIBLE PROPERTY DAMAGE AND/OR
INJURY TO PERSONNEL.
CONTROL PANEL:
CONTROL THERMOSTAT
#920-280-00 (THERMOSTAT),
#560-281-00 (KNOB)*
POWER
ON
POWER SWITCH
#440-359-00 (120V), OR
#440-292-00 (240V)* OFF STATUS LAMP
#360-233-01
(LAMP BASE),
#360-235-00
(LENS)*
START-UP:
?Turn the power switch ON—status lamp will light.
?Set the control thermostat to obtain the desired temperature. Read the
thermometer, not the control dial—the control dial is graduated from 0 to
10 for REFERENCE PURPOSES ONLY. It is suggested that a log be
made of control settings vs. thermometer readings to assist in obtaining
desired temperatures. However, it is important to bear in mind that the
applicability of such a chart will be affected by changes in line voltage and
ambient conditions.
?Allow time for the oven to reach its maximum set temperature and to
stabilize.
*AS LISTED ON UPCOMING REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST

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OPERATION:
CAUTION: AT THE HIGHER TEMPERATURES, THE EXTERIOR OF THE
OVEN AND PARTICULARLY THE THERMOMETER VENT RING ON THE TOP
BECOME UNCOMFORTABLY WARM TO THE TOUCH. TO AVOID BURNS,
DO NOT TOUCH THESE SURFACES.
THERMOMETER VENT RING
HEATER SHIELD
WARNING: TO AVOID ELECTRICAL SHORT OR SHOCK, DO NOT ALLOW
ANY METAL OBJECT TO PROTRUDE INTO THE SPACE BENEATH THE
SHELF THAT SERVES AS THE HEATER SHIELD INSIDE THE OVEN. IN
ADDITION, DO NOT OPERATE OVEN WITH THE SHIELD REMOVED.