Techne DB-2TC - Manual (Page 5)

The fuse in the unit protects the unit and the operator
Note that units marked 230V on the rating plate work at 220V; units marked 120V work at 110V. In both
cases, however, the heating rate will degrade by approximately 8%.
3. Plug the mains cable into the socket on the rear of the unit.
4. Place the unit on a suitable bench or flat workspace, or in a fume cupboard if required, ensuring that
the air inlet vents on the underside are free from obstruction.
5. Note that the following symbols may be next to the indicator lamps on the front panel of the units
and have the following meanings:
the power indicator
the heater indicator
the overtemperature indicator
6. Symbols on or near the power switch of the unit have the following meanings:
I mains switch On
O mains switch Off
AFTER USE
When you have finished heating samples, remember that parts of the unit – the tubes, blocks and
associated accessories – may be very hot. Take the precautions listed earlier.
GUARANTEE
The unit is guaranteed against any defect in material or workmanship for the period specified on the
enclosed guarantee card. This period is from the date of purchase, and within this period all defective
parts will be replaced free of charge provided that the defect is not the result of misuse, accident or
negligence. Servicing under this guarantee should be obtained from the supplier.
Notwithstanding the description and specification(s) of the units contained in the operator’s manual,
Techne hereby reserves the right to make such changes as it sees fit to the units or to any component of
the units.
This manual has been prepared solely for the convenience of Techne customers and nothing in this
instruction book shall be taken as a warranty, condition or representation concerning the description,
merchantability, fitness for purpose or otherwise of the units or components.
OPERATOR MAINTENANCE
NOTE: THAT THIS EQUIPMENT SHOULD ONLY BE DISMANTLED BY PROPERLY TRAINED PERSONNEL.
REMOVING THE SIDE, FRONT OR REAR PANELS EXPOSES POTENTIALLY LETHAL MAINS VOLTAGES.
THERE ARE NO OPERATOR MAINTAINABLE PARTS WITHIN THE EQUIPMENT.
In the unlikely event that you experience any problems with your unit which cannot easily be remedied,
you should contact your supplier and return the unit if necessary. Please include any details of the fault
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