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3.0 Operating the calibrator
3.1 Before use
Warning
• The calibrator must not be used for any purposes other
than those described in this manual.
• The calibrator has been designed for interior use only
and should not be used in hazardous areas, where
vapour or gas leaks, etc. may constitute a danger of
explosion.
• The connections used to test thermostats (fig. 1 pos. 8
and 9) must NEVER be connected to a voltage source.
• Thermostats must not be connected to any other
voltage source during a test.
• NEVER use heat transfer fluids such as silicone, oil,
paste, etc.
These fluids may penetrate the calibrator and cause
damage or create poisonous fumes.
• The calibrator must be kept clear within an area of 20
cm on all sides and 1 metre above the calibrator.
Caution – Hot surface
This symbol is engraved in the grid plate.
• Do not touch the grid plate, the well or the insertion
tube when the calibrator is heating up – they may be
very hot.
• Do not touch the handle of the calibrator during use – it
may be very hot.