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user instructions

711 HULMAN STREET PO BOX 2128

TERRE HAUTE, IN 47802 812-235-6167

FAX 812-234-6975 E-MAIL: pinnacle@glascol.com WEBSITE: www.glascol.com

SERIES RJ AND RX COMBINATION HEATING MANTLES The Glas-Col series RJ and RX combination heating mantles consist of six (6) separate replaceable heating modules for sizes up to 300mL for the six position and three (3) separate replaceable heating modules for sizes 500mL up to 1000mL for the three positions. All modules are situated within a clear anodized aluminum housing which have a hinged front to allow access to the modules. All combo units have a black Teflon coated top, which provides excellent chemical and abrasion resistance. The mantles are designed for use with a cord attached power controller that allows mounting away from housing, if required, for increased safety and convenience.

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ASSEMBLY

Six position combo units

The six position unit is furnished with (3) ½” diameter x 29” long rods, one is the lower horizontal support rod and the remaining two are the vertical support rods. The vertical support rods are fastened to the clamps on the back of the mantle housing. Be sure the vertical rods extend to the bench surface to allow for increased stability of the unit. There is one support rod that is 39” long and is used as the upper horizontal support rod. It can be extended on one side to allow for mounting of the six-position combo controller or it can be extended equally on each end to allow the six-position controller to be separated and connected on each end. The horizontal support rods are secured to the vertical support rods by means of (4) lab lattice clamps.

Three position combo units

The three position unit is furnished with (3) ½” diameter x 24” long rods, one is the lower horizontal support rod and the remaining two are the vertical support rods. The vertical support rods are fastened to the clamps on the back of the mantle housing. Be sure the vertical rods extend to the bench surface to allow for increased stability of the unit. There is one support rod which is 29” long and is used as the upper horizontal support rod. It can be extended on one side to allow for mounting of the three-position combo controller if desired. The horizontal support rods are secured to the vertical support rods by means of (4) lab lattice clamps.

INSTALLATION

Installation is accomplished by attaching the multi-pin connector from the power controller to the multi-pin connector or connectors in the back of the mantle. Power is supplied by plugging in the controller power cord into a properly grounded receptacle. Each unit is then individually operated by the corresponding control knob on the power control unit. (See user instructions for Power Controls for operating details.)

OPERATION

Fill each flask with the amount of material specified in the laboratory procedure being performed. Place the flasks into the unit and connect all auxiliary glassware. (NOTE: Do not heat glassware that does not contain material and do not heat a flask to dryness.) Connect the power controller to the mantle, plug the power cord into the correct outlet and supply power to the desired unit or units by turning the knob between “0” and “9”. Adjust the power until the amount of reflux action achieved is as specified in the laboratory procedure. (See the user instructions for the power control for adjustment details.)

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REPLACING HEATING MODULES

Procedure: 1. Disconnect all power to the unit. (NOTE: The six position units will have two power cords, one per each control.) 2. Allow unit to cool. Use caution! External housing may be cool to the touch, although internally the modules can still be very hot. 3. Unscrew both captive screws in front panel and lower. This will give you easy access to the modules. 4. Detach the two lead wires from the terminal block of the module you wish to replace. 5. Unscrew captive retaining screw that holds the given module in and slide module out. NOTE: Due to the low profile of the unit it may be necessary to angle the back of the module upward to allow the module to slide out easily. 6. Reverse this procedure to install a new unit. NOTE: When hooking up the lead wires of the module, it does not matter which way the leads are connected.

MAINTENANCE

Maintenance on a regular schedule is not required. Of course, any damage, which occurs to the mantle, should be repaired immediately. Glas-Col mantles should be protected from corrosive atmospheres so far as possible.

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Limited Warranty Glas-Col warrants the products of its manufacture to be free from defects in material and workmanship for one year and agrees to repair or replace without charge any products found defective upon examination at the factory. With proper care and operation, Glas-Col products will give long and efficient service. Chemical spillage, overheating, overloading, and general misuse will greatly reduce the service life. Glas-Col is not responsible for damage due to improper installation or through attempts to operate the apparatus beyond its rated capacity, intentional or otherwise. Normally expendable parts are not covered by this warranty. Limitation of Warranty APART FROM SUCH WRITTEN STATEMENT OF WARRANTY, THERE ARE NO WARRATNIES, EXPRESSED, IMPLIED OR STATUTORY WHICH EXTEND BEYOND THE DESCRIPTION OF THE PRODUCTS ON THE FACE HEREOF. Glas-Col products are intended only for legal and legitimate purposes in commercial and laboratory and industrial settings. Returns: Call or fax Customer Service for a Return Goods Authorization (RGA) number before returning a Glas-Col product. Reference the RGA number on the shipping box and on a written description of the problem. A 20% restock charge of the net price is charged for all standard product returned to stock.

Glas-Col, LLC 711 Hulman Street, P.O. Box 2128, Terre Haute, IN 47802-0128

Phone. (812) 235-6167, Fax. (812) 234-6975 E-mail: pinnacle@glascol.com

Web: www.glascol.com

PARTS LIST

1. RX or RJ heating mantle 1 EA. 2. Vertical support rod 2 EA. 3. Upper horizontal support rod 1 EA. 4. Lower horizontal support rod 1 EA. 5. Lab lattice clamp (3-position uses 7 each, 6-position uses 10 each) 6. Spring clamp (3-position uses 3 each, 6-position uses 6 each)

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SAFETY AND CAUTION MESSAGES: • Always follow your company safety procedures when using laboratory equipment such

as heating mantles. In addition, there are numerous safety references such as The National Fire Protection Council, American Chemical Society, National Fire Protection Association, etc. Such references often apply to your specific discipline and procedure.

• Heaters and the vessels they heat get very hot. Allow both to cool before handling. If it is

necessary to handle equipment while hot, use protective gloves and other appropriate heat shielding.

• Never charge or pour material into a hot vessel. Fill or charge your vessel away from the

mantle and clean off the outside. Then place the vessel in the cool mantle. • Do not spill any kind of material in a heating mantle. • Keep power cords, condenser tubes and any combustible or hazardous material away

from heating mantles. Always insure all safety equipment is in proper use i.e. hoods, apparel, shields, etc.

• Do not heat vessels that show signs of wear or damage such as cracks, scratches, or chips. • Do not alter the cords or plugs of mantles or any kind of temperature regulating devices. • Always operate mantles from properly grounded receptacles and on clean, dry,

noncombustible work surfaces. • Mantles should be inspected regularly. Do not use if fabric, power cords or other parts are

worn, frayed, or damaged in any way. • Mantles have heating capacity for a wide variety of applications. Refer to appropriate

laboratory procedures for the specific material being heated. • Do not operate any mantle beyond its rated voltage. • It is good laboratory practice to monitor any heater. Heaters that must be left unattended

should be operated through automatic temperature-limiting controls.