Ratek Instruments
WT1 Operating Instructions
Operating Instructions
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
The WT1 warming tray has many uses including slide drying, warming small containers, etc.
SPECIFICATIONS
Power requirements:
240v AC 254 watt.
Heating element:
Silicon heater pad
Temperature control:
Phase controller using custom programmed microcontroller
Temperature range:
Ambient + 5°c to 80°c minimum 28 °c
Capacity:
Plate size 450 x 250mm
Safety:
Over temperature cutout switch operates independently of the control circuit.
Case details:
Plate anodized aluminium. Case powder coated zinc seal.
Accurate temperatures are maintained to within 25mm of the edge of the plate. Temperature control is proportional, the element indicator will glow until a few degrees before the set temperature is reached. At this point the indicator will begin to alternate on and off, signifying that proportional control is in operation. The indicator will remain mostly off whilst the temperature is being maintained. Instructions for use ⇒
Set the unit on a flat and level surface.
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Connect the power lead to a properly grounded 3 pin outlet.
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Place the slide / container onto the heating plate.
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Set the required temperature. Allow approximately 20 minutes for the unit to stabilize.
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Adjust the temperature control knob, if necessary, to achieve the desired temperature setting.
Maintenance Regular cleaning is the only maintenance required. .
SERVICE Should the unit fail to operate correctly, any service work should be carried out by a qualified technician. Unauthorised tampering will invalidate the manufacturer’s guarantee
PRODUCT WARRANT Y This Ratek product is covered by a 3 year parts and 12 months labour return-to-base warranty effective from the date of purchase. The product is manufactured in Melbourne, Australia. •
This warranty covers the repair or replacement of any parts or components found to be defective, subject to the service options listed below.
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The warranty is a return-to-base warranty, meaning the product must be returned to Ratek Instruments or an authorised Ratek agent for service at the discretion of Ratek Instruments. Where practical an on-site repair may be carried out at the discretion of Ratek Instruments.
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This warranty excludes any defect resulting from misuse, neglect, accidental damage, improper voltage, operation of the product outside the acceptable operating conditions as indicated in these operating instructions or any alteration which affects the performance of the equipment.
WT1 WARMING TRAY
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It does not extend to any costs associated with delivery of the product to or from Ratek Instruments or an authorised Ratek agent, damage, or loss incurred during transport.
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This warranty is in addition to any Statutory regulations and provisions implied by the Trade Practices Act and any relevant State or Federal Government obligations, applicable only when purchased within Australia.
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The product may be replaced within the warranty period at the discretion of Ratek Instruments, however repair will be the normal course of action.
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For a period of 3 years from date of purchase, replacement parts will be supplied at no charge and the original components returned to the repairer. These replacement parts may be installed by an approved service agent with prior written agreement from Ratek Instruments.
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For a period of 12 months from date of purchase, service labour and repairs will be carried out at no charge by an approved repairer or Ratek Instruments at the discretion of Ratek Instruments.
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The limit of liability shall extend to the repair of the product only, all other compensation claims are excluded from this guarantee.
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The warranty does not extend to claims of suitability where the product does not deliver the intended function or fails to operate.
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No claims of suitability are made in relation to the product by Ratek Instruments. Any claim of suitability lies with the operator.
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The product is used at the risk of the operator. Any loss or damage caused to any item used with the product including but not limited to biological samples, tubes, racks, accessories, flasks, containers or the contents of such containers caused by the malfunction of the product or the failure of the product to function is not covered by this warranty.
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Proof of purchase is required for all warranty repairs.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Return & Repair Procedures The product is engineered from quality components designed to give long trouble-free operation. In the event that a technical problem has occurred that requires servicing by a Ratek Service agent, please follow these steps before returning the unit : • Contact the supplier from where the equipment was purchased. If this is not possible, please contact Ratek Instruments either via email to [email protected], or phone on +613 9887 2161 during business hours AEST. You may be referred to a local repair agent for service. • Clean the unit thoroughly in accordance with this Operating Manual. If necessary, decontaminate the unit to ensure safety for the service technicians. • Pack the unit into it’s original packaging with the supplied mains power lead and use all original protective inserts. If the original packaging is not available, the unit must be packed with extreme care to ensure a safe journey. “Fragile” and “This Way Up” labels should be applied to the carton in a prominent location. No liability for a unit damaged in transit will be accepted. Use only reputable carrier services. Provide a full and complete fault description and your return contact details in the package and return the product as advised by the service representative.
FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION / TECHNICAL SUPPORT TEL: 61 3 98872161 FAX: 61 3 98872163 EMAIL: [email protected]