Carbolite TVS Series - Manual (Page 3)

HZS, TVS
MF24 – 3.44
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2.0 I NSTALLATION
2.1 Unpacking & Handling
When unpacking or moving the furnace always lift it by its case or main body. Never lift it by its
insulation or by a fitted work tube. If possible use two people to carry the furnace and remote
control box. Remove any packing material from inside the furnace before use.
If an optional or special stand is separately supplied, assemble the furnace on to it. These models
may be supplied for customer mounting and may require customer preparation of mounting
components before installation.
NOTE: This product contains Refractory Ceramic Fibre (better described as Alumino Silicate
Wool) for precautions and advice in handling this material see the ‘Repairs and Replacements’
section.
2.2 Siting
Place the furnace in a well ventilated room, away from other sources of heat, and on a surface
which is resistant to accidental spillage of hot materials. Do not mount the furnace on an
inflammable surface.
Ensure that there is free space around the furnace. Do not obstruct any of the vents in the control
box: they are needed to keep the controls cool.
Ensure that the control box is placed in such a way that it can be quickly switched off or
disconnected from the electrical supply - see below.
2.3 Setting Up
If the furnace is supplied with a work tube or any accessories fit these into position.
For optimum temperature uniformity, insulating plugs should be placed in the tube ends as shown
in fig.1. With a long inner work tube, the stem of the plug assembly should line up with the end of
the tube as in fig.2. Alignment of radiation shields is similar to that of plugs. With these models,
split end plugs are supplied; unless ordered for a specific tube size, these require shaping to fit the
tube or work piece: use a round file.
If stainless steel seals with gas inlets are supplied they are to be fitted as shown in fig.3; the stem
of any insulating plug should touch the seal. Stainless steel seals for vertical use: a hook and eye
arrangement holds the upper insulating plug assembly; alternatively a gland nut.
Horizontal models: if heavy fittings are to be clamped to the end of an extended work tube they
can increase the bending stress at the centre of the tube. Support such fittings in such a way that
expansion of the tube is allowed.
If a metal work tube is being used in the furnace, ensure that it is earthed for operator safety.