SP Bel-Art Secador H42057-0001 User manual

INSTRUCTIONS
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of injuries or accidents.
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• Use this product only as indicated in this manual
• Observe all safety instrucons in the manual
H42057-0001
Secador®
Desiccator Cabinet
H42057-1003
Secador®
Auto-Desiccator Cabinet
H42057-1004
Secador® Adjustable
Auto-Desiccator Cabinet
Secador® Desiccator Cabinets
Catalog No. H42057-0001, H42057-1003, H42057-1004

Warning: Do not use this cabinet to store volale or ammable materials.
Warning: Do not place combusble substances near the cabinet.
Danger: Do not place any explosive or hazardous chemicals in the cabinet.
Cauon: Be sure to check the supply power rang. This unit will operate at 100V, 120V, or 220V.
Warning: There is a risk of electric shock. The unit must be connected to ground (a typical
grounded 120-volt (US) outlet (220V EU). Do not remove the grounding pin from the
3-prong power cord or use an adapter to bypass ground.
Warning: Do not disassemble the automac unit. Risk of electric shock.
Warning: Do not handle the power cord with wet hands. It may cause electric shock.
Warning: Do not plug mulple units into a single outlet. Overloaded electrical outlet can be a
common cause of re.
Warning: Unplug the automac cabinet if there is any smoke or smell coming from it.
Do not try to repair the electric unit.
Warning: Unplug the automac cabinet in the event of liquid spills inside.
Danger of electric shock.
Warning: Do not damage, twist, pull, or place anything heavy on the power cord.
Risk of electric shock.
Cauon: Do not operate in damp areas or near water. It may cause a short-circuit or other
problems.
Cauon: Be sure to disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet when disconnecng the cord
from the cabinet.
Cauon: Unplug the power cord from the outlet when the cabinet is not in use for an extended
period.
Cauon: Do not operate with a damaged power cord or wire. It may cause re or
electric shock.
Cauon: Do not place anything on the top of the unit while it is operang.
Cauon: Do not clean with acid soluons, benzene, detergent, soapy water, hot water,
or anything sharp. It may cause scratching, cracking, or discoloraon of the cabinet.
Cauon: Rubber or plasc parts may be damaged or discolored by volale substances.
Set-up
• Unpack the cabinet and place on a stable level surface.
• Pull and remove the insulang pull tab from the back of the hygrometer to acvate.
• Avoid direct sunlight, high temperatures, and moist areas.
• Do not cover or block the vent openings (boom and sides) of the automac
cabinet.
• To ensure that your items are being placed into a dry environment, we suggest
that your desiccator be allowed to operate while empty for 24 hours.

Operation
H42057-0001 Secador Desiccator Cabinet
1. Install shelves at desired height.
2. Fill the desiccant tray with desiccant or use desiccant cartridges such as SP BEL-ART DESI
CAN REUSABLE DESICCCANT CANISTERS (F42046-0000), SP BE-ART REUSABLE SILICA GEL
DESICCANT CARTRIDGES (F42049-0100), or SP BEL-ART DESICCANT CARTRIDGE BAGS
(F42045-0350, F42045-0500, or F42045-1000). Replace tray in boom of desiccator.
3. Close and latch the cabinet door and allow the unit to stabilize while empty for 24 hours.
4. Place items onto shelves and close and latch the cabinet door.
5. For maximum drying performance, minimize the amount of me that the door remains
open and replace desiccant when its color indicator changes from blue to pink.
H42057-1003 Secador Auto-Desiccator Cabinet & H42057-1004 Secador Adjustable
Auto-Desiccator Cabinet
1. Install shelves at desired height.
2. Plug the supplied power cord into the rear of the unit, then plug the power cord into a
grounded Type-B 120V wall power outlet. To use with grounded 220V wall power outlets,
such as European Type-E, plug the power cord into an appropriate plug adapter,
(not included) and plug into the grounded wall outlet.
3. For model H42057-1004 only, press “SET” on the front panel to change the humidity display
status. Use the UP/DOWN buons to adjust to the desired humidity level. Press “SET” to
save the humidity level.
4. Close and latch the cabinet door and allow the unit to stabilize by operang empty for 24
hours.
5. When powered on, a GREEN indicator light will illuminate on the front panel of the
dehumidicaon module. On model H42057-1003 only, an ORANGE indicator will illuminate
when the unit is acvely dehumidifying.
6. Place items onto shelves and close and latch the cabinet door.
7. For maximum drying performance, minimize the amount of me that the door remains
open and do not disconnect the cabinet from the electrical source.
Accessories
• The Secador Desiccator Cabinets, (H42057-0001, H42057-1003, H42057-1004) are each
supplied with 3 adjustable shelves. Addional shelves are available for purchase separately,
(F42057-1001)
• Model H42057-0001 requires the use of a desiccant to control the humidity levels within the
cabinet. The following SP Bel-Art silica gel desiccant cartridges are recommended:
o F42046-0000 SP BEL-ART DESI CAN REUSABLE 40g DESICCCANT CANISTER
o F42049-0100 SP BE-ART REUSABLE 40g SILICA GEL DESICCANT CARTRIDGE
o F42045-0350 SP BEL-ART 350g DESICCANT BAG
o F42045-0500 SP BEL-ART 500g DESICCANT BAG
o F42045-1000 SP BEL-ART 1000g DESICCANT BAG

Part Names
Shelf Brackets (4)
Adjustable
Polycarbonate
Shelves
Humidity Control
(H42057-1004 only)
Dehumidicaon Module
(H42057-1003 and
H42057-1004 only)
Dehumidicaon Vents
(H42057-1003 and
H42057-1004 only)
In-door
Hygrometer/
Thermometer
Cabinet

Care and Maintenance
• To clean the cabinet, use a so cloth. Do not use abrasive cleansers which will leave
scratches. We recommend the use of Aquet™ Detergent, Catalog No. F17094-0030.
• During the life of the desiccator cabinet, the baery in the hygrometer will eventually need
to be changed.
How to change the baery of Digital Hygrometer/Thermometer
The baery compartment is located on the back of the in-door hygrometer/thermometer.
Open the baery compartment by sliding the baery compartment cover to remove both
baeries. Replace both baeries with fresh baeries, (baery type LR44) and close the baery
compartment door.
Aenon
• This is not a drying machine. It is not suitable for drying wet samples.
• Do not store ammable gases or liquids inside the cabinet.
• Keep the cabinet it clear from dust, contaminaon, and a micro-parcle atmosphere.
Troubleshoong
• If this item does not operate properly, please troubleshoot before requesng a repair.
If a repair is necessary, please contact us or a distributor.
Symptom Reason or Possible Solution
Unit does not turn on
(Models H42057-1003
and H42057-1004 only)
Check that the power cord is installed and plugged in to a
power source.
Check the power source for outages.
Humidity does not get lower For model H42057-0001, ensure that there is su󰀩cient
desiccant in the cabinet and that it has not been exhausted.
Replace or regenerate the desiccant if needed.
The door may be open or not sealed properly. Close and latch
the door properly. Make sure the gasket is not damaged.
The contents of the cabinet may be emitting humidity.
Remove those items.
The vents on the automatic cabinet may be blocked.
Make sure the cabinet has space around the vents.
The cooling fan or element or the automatic cabinet may
have failed. DO NOT DISASSEMBLE and call for service.
The digital hygrometer/
thermometer does not display
The batteries may be dead. Replace the batteries.

Bel-Art Products, a part of SP
2024 Broad Street, Pocomoke, MD 21851 USA
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Individual use varies. Bel-Art Products/SP assumes no obligation or liability for any advice
furnished by it or for results obtained with respect to these products.
All advice is given and accepted at the user’s risk.
For warranty information and to register your product visit belart.com/corporate
Secador® is a registered trademark of Bel-Art Products, a part of SP.
Specications of Models
H42057-0001 H42057-1003 H42057-1004
Internal Capacity (L) 47.6 47.6 47.6
Approximate External
Dimensions (mm)
W x D x H
300 x 380 x 520 300 x 380 x 635 300 x 380 x 635
Internal Dimensions (mm)
W x D x H 280 x 340 x 500 280 x 340 x 500 280 x 340 x 500
Material of Construction Panels and Shelf:
Polycarbonate
Body: ABS
Panels and Shelf:
Polycarbonate
Body: ABS
Panels and Shelf:
Polycarbonate
Body: ABS
Operating Voltage Not applicable 100V – 240V 100V – 240V
Humidity Control Range
(rH%) Not applicable Not applicable 25-40%
Hygrometer Indicating
Humidity (rH%) 10-99% 10-99% 10-99%
Hygrometer Deviation of
Humidity (rH%) +/-5% +/-5% +/-5%
Thermometer Indicating
Temperature
-50°C - 70°C
(-58°F - 158°F)
-50°C - 70°C
(-58°F - 158°F)
-50°C - 70°C
(-58°F - 158°F)
Thermometer Deviation of
Temperature
+/- 1°C
+/- 2°C
+/- 1°C
+/- 2°C
+/- 1°C
+/- 2°C
Hygrometer/Thermometer
Battery Type Two LR44 batteries Two LR44 batteries Two LR44 batteries
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