IKA RCT basic Manual De Instrucciones página 10

- overfilling of media,
- unsafe condition of container.
• Process pathogenic materials only in closed vessels under a suitable fume
hood.
• Warning!
The safety temperature must be set in accordance with EN 61010-2-010
Chapter "Requirements for devices containing or using flammable liquids".
- The surface temperature of the flammable medium that is exposed to air
may not exceed its flash point.
A danger usually arises if a medium is heated in open vessels.
- The surface temperature of the heating device (e.g. the mounting plate)
may not exceed the value of (t - 25) °C (= set value of the safety circuit)
on the surface of the flammable medium and in contact with air, where-
by t is the fire point of the liquid.
A danger usually arises if a medium is heated in glass vessels (glass breakage).
If a setting made by the user (medium temperature or safety temperature)
could bring a flammable medium into a state in which the conditions men-
tioned above could be exceeded, additional measures must be introduced
that will protect the user from this danger.
• The heating plate can heat up due to the action of the magnets at high
motor speeds, even if the heater is switched off.
• Please consider any possible contaminations and unwanted chemical reac-
tions.
• It may be possible for wear debris from rotating accessory parts to reach
the material being processed.
• When using PTFE-coated magnetic bars, the following has to be noted:
Chemical reactions of PTFE occur in contact with molten or solute alkali
metals and alkaline earth metals, as well as with fine powders of metals in
groups 2 and 3 of the periodic system at temperatures above 300 °C – 400
°C. Only elementary fluorine, chlorotrifluoride and alkali metals attack it;
halogenated hydrocarbons have a reversible swelling effect.
(Source: Römpps Chemie-Lexikon and "Ulmann", Volume 19)
/// Procedures during sample runs
• Wear your personal protective equipment in accordance with the hazard
category of the media to be processed. There may be a risk from:
- splashing and evaporation of liquids,
- ejection of parts,
- release of toxic or combustible gases.
• Reduce speed if:
- medium splashes out of vessel because the speed is too high,
- device is not running smoothly,
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- container moves on the base plate,
- an error message is displayed.
/// Accessories
• Safe operation is guaranteed only with the use of original IKA accessories.
• Ensure that the external temperature sensor is inserted into the medium to
a depth of at least 20 mm when connected.
• Always disconnect the plug before attaching accessories.
• Accessories must be securely attached to the device and cannot come off
by themselves. The centre of gravity of the assembly must lie within the
surface on which it is set up.
• Observe the operating instructions of the accessories.
/// Power supply / Switching off the device
• The device will automatically restart in mode b following any interruption
to the power supply.
• The voltage stated on the type plate must correspond to the mains voltage.
• The outlet for the mains plug must be easily accessible.
• The device can only be disconnected from the mains outlet by pulling out
the power cord set or the connector plug.
/// For protection of the equipment
• The device may only be opened by qualified and IKA approved experts.
• Do not cover the device, even partially e.g. with metallic plates or film. This
may result in overheating.
• Protect the device and accessories from bumps and impacts.
• Keep the base plate clean.
• Observe the minimum distances:
- between devices min. 100 mm,
- between device and wall min. 100 mm,
- above the device min. 800 mm.
>100 mm >100 mm
Intended use
/// Use
• The magnetic stirrer is suitable for mixing and / or heating subs-
tances.
/// Area of use
• Indoor environments similar to that a laboratory of research,
teaching, trade or industry area.
• The safety of the user cannot be guaranteed:
- if the device is operated with accessories that are not supplied
or recommended by the manufacturer,
- if the device is operated improperly or contrary to the
manufacture's specifications,
- if the device or the printed circuit board are modified by third
parties.
Unpacking
/// Unpacking
• Please unpack the device carefully
• In the case of any damage a detailed report must be sent
immediately (post, rail or forwarder)
/// Scope of delivery
• RCT basic
• Mains cable
• Operating instructions
• Screwdriver
• Protective cover
• Temperature sensor PT 1000
Assembling the stand
› Review the mounting and safety instructions of the IKA boss
head clamp prior to using it. (see "Accessories")
› The device must not be suspended from the support rod!
17 mm
Note: When using bath attachments
with a diameter over 180 mm, use sup-
port rod in conjunction with an extension
(see "Accessories").
Risk of tipping!
Make sure that the center of mass of
the attached device does not protrude
over the safe area indicated below with
a dotted rectangle.
safe area
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