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1 Description of the temperature calibrator TP 18 200 E
The test instrument TP 18 200 E consists of two single
enclosures, front size 96 x 96 mm and depth 200 mm.
They are connected with each other and equipped with a
portable handle.
The left enclosure contains a aluminium block with a bore,
diameter 18 mm and depth 100 mm, which can be
reached from the top, for the reception of the test piece.
In this block the heating cartridge and the temperature
sensor for the determination of the block temperature are
installed accessible from the bottom.
The right enclosure contains the controller for control of
the block temperature. A Solid state relais is used for the
activation of the heating catridge.
On the front plate ist the controller and a switch for mains
power. The controller is equipped with a 2-line, 4-digit, 7-
segment LED for block temperature and set value.
On the right hand side of the instrument combination the
IEC chassis mounting plug for the mains connection is
available. Besides the mains power cable the fuse holder
is located.
2 Safty instructions
The temperature calibrators of series TP 18 200 E correspond to the current state of technology. This refers to
measuring accuracy, function as well as safe operation of the devices. To grant safe operation, competent and
responsible behaviour of the operator is essential.
Fundamental safety regulation and operators duty of care
•Operate the equipment only in perfect functional conditions
•The national rules of safety and prevention of accidents have to be carefully observed as well as the
following safety notes of this manual.
•The equipment is supplied via mains cables with a tension dangerous for humans.
Person injuries can arise by inappropriate use.
•The perfect and safe operation of this equipment requires appropiate transport, professional storage,
installation, assembly and use as directed, as well as careful operation and maintenance.
•The equipment must only be used as directed. Furthermore dangerous media must not be used and all
specifications have to be kept.
•If disturbances can not be eliminated the equipment immediately is to be set out of operation and to be
protected from inadvertent start-up.
•Only the manufacturer is permitted to carry out repair works. Interferences or changes at the equipment
are inadmissible.
•Before exchanging the fuse, the equipment is to be seperated from the mains supply by pulling the cable
from the mains plug.
•Make this manual always availabe in a legible and complete form in situ of the equipment.