Carbolite GP Series - Manual (Page 7)

GP Ovens
MF17 3.07
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5.0 R EPAIRS & R EPLACEMENTS
5.1 Safety Warning – Disconnection from Supply
Always ensure that the oven is disconnected from the supply before repair work is
carried out.
5.2 Safety Warning - Refractory Fibrous Insulation
Insulation made from High Temperature Insulation Wool
Refractory Ceramic Fibre, (better described as Alumino Silicate Wool) (ASW)
This product contains alumino silicate wool products in its thermal insulation. These materials
may be in the form of blanket or felt, formed board or shapes, mineral wool slab or loose fill wool.
Whilst there is no evidence of any long term health hazards, we strongly recommend that safety
precautions are taken whenever the materials are handled.
Exposure to fibrous dust may cause respiratory disease.
When handling the material always use an approved respiratory protection equipment
(RPE-i.e. FFP3), eye protection, gloves and long sleeved clothing.
Avoid breaking up waste material. Dispose of waste in sealed containers.
After handling rinse exposed skin with water before washing gently with soap (not
detergent). Wash work clothing separately.
Before commencing any major repairs we recommend reference to the European Association
representing the High Temperature Insulation Wool industry (www.ecfia.eu)
We can provide further information on request. Alternatively our service division can quote for
any repairs to be carried out at your premises or ours.
5.3 Panel Removal
Disconnect the oven from the electrical supply.
Control panel. It may be necessary to remove a top or side panel adjacent to the control panel. It
may then not be necessary to remove the control panel, but, if it is, remove the screws holding the
panel. Note that the panel remains connected by wiring. Do not disconnect any wiring without first
making a careful note of all the connections.
Internal Element Cover. Open the door. Remove any screws holding the panel and any clips
holding thermocouples in position. Remove the cover.
5.4 Temperature Controller Replacement
200 & 201. These controllers are fitted to the back of the control panel, which can be removed as
given above.
Before handling the controller: wear an anti-static wrist strap or otherwise avoid any possibility
of damage to the unit by static electricity.
Refer to the instructions supplied with the replacement controller.
2132, 2416, 2408 etc. Ease apart the two lugs at the side; grip the instrument and withdraw it from
its sleeve; push in the replacement.