Chapter 2 – Receiving and Installation
Page 2-2 TestEquity FS Series Ovens
Power Requirements
The power requirements are listed on the oven’s data plate located on the rear. Make sure your
power supply matches that shown on the data plate. VOLTAGE SHOULD NOT VARY MORE
THAN ±10% FROM THE DATAPLATE RATING. These units are intended for 50/60 Hz
application. A separate circuit is recommended to preclude loss of product due to overloading or
circuit failure.
Location
Select a site for the oven which is free from extreme heat, cold or excessive air movement such
as areas near steam radiators, stoves, other ovens, autoclaves, direct sun, heating and cooling
ducts, etc. Avoid high traffic areas which may reduce the accessibility to the oven. Allow at least
2 inches of space between the oven and surrounding walls or partitions which might prevent free
airflow.
Lifting / Handling
These ovens are heavy and care should be taken to use appropriate lifting devices that are
sufficiently rated for these loads. Ovens should only be lifted from their bottom surfaces. Doors,
handles and knobs are not adequate lifting or stabilization. The oven should be completely
restrained from tipping during lifting or transport. All moving parts, such as shelves and trays
should be removed and doors need to be positively locked in the closed position during transfer
to prevent shifting and damage.
Leveling
The oven must sit level and solidly. Leveling feet (supplied) are to be installed in the holes at the
base of the oven. Turn them counterclockwise to raise the level and clockwise to lower the level.
If the oven must be transported, turn the leveling feet in all the way to prevent damage.
Initial Burn-In
It is recommended that the unit go through a “burn-in” process prior to operation. This is to
eliminate the smoking of protective coatings on the element. Read the operating instructions
carefully to understand the operating requirements. To burn-in, turn the OVERTEMP
PROTECTION to maximum and set the TEMPERATURE controller to 200°C. Open the
exhaust vent damper on the top of the oven. Run for a minimum of one hour under ventilation
until smoke dissipates.
Initial Cleaning
The oven’s interior was cleaned at the factory. If you need to clean it further, use a cleaner that is
suitable for your application. Make sure to rinse the cleaned surface with a damp cloth, using
water only, and dry the surfaces with a clean cloth. DO NOT USE chlorine-based bleaches or
abrasives as they will damage the stainless steel surface. DO NOT USE spray cleaners that might
leak through openings and cracks and get on electrical parts or that may contain solvents that will
harm the coatings. A similar periodic cleaning is recommended.
!WARNING: Never clean the unit with alcohol or flammable cleaners with the unit
connected to the electrical supply. Always disconnect the unit form the
electrical service when cleaning and assure all volatile or flammable cleaners
are evaporated and dry before reattaching the unit to the power supply.
