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Thermo Scientific FD1545M User Manual

Thermo Scientific FD1545M
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Installation
and
Operation Manual
Thermo Scientific Thermolyne
F
urnace
Benchtop Indus
trial/
Type FD1500M,
Type Models:
FD1530M, FD1530MCN,
FD1530M-33, FD1535M,
FD1540M, FD1540MCN,
FD1540M-33, AND
FD1545M.

Table of Contents

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Thermo Scientific FD1545M Specifications

General IconGeneral
ModelFD1545M
Temperature Uniformity±5°C
AtmosphereAir
Power Supply50/60 Hz
Temperature Range100°C to 1200°C (212°F to 2192°F)

Summary

Safety Information

Alert Signals

Explains warning, caution, and note symbols used in the manual.

Warnings

Lists critical safety warnings regarding electrical shock, burns, and personal injury.

Introduction

Intended Use

Defines the primary purpose and recommended operating temperatures for the furnace.

General Usage

Advises against using the product for purposes other than its intended application.

Principles of Operation

Explains the furnace's heating mechanism and safety features like door switches.

General Specifications

Environmental Conditions

Specifies operating and storage temperature, humidity, and altitude limits.

Declaration of Conformity

Lists standards the product conforms to and the EU representative.

Unpacking

Installation

Site Selection

Instructions on choosing a suitable location for the furnace installation.

Electrical Connections

Details on connecting the furnace to the electrical supply and wiring requirements.

Operation, All Models

Power Switch

Explains the function of the power switch and its effect on the furnace.

Cycle Light

Describes the amber cycle light's indication of heating element status.

Door Safety Switches

Explains how door switches cut power to heating elements when the door opens.

Digital Readout

States that the digital readout continuously displays chamber temperature.

Single Setpoint w/OTP

Eurotherm 3216 Controller Operation

Introduces the controller's features and basic operation.

Basic Operation

Explains initial controller startup and display interpretation.

Buttons and Indicators

Details the functions of various buttons and indicator lights on the controller.

To Change the Setpoint

Step-by-step guide on modifying the temperature setpoint.

To View the Display Units

Instructions on how to check and change the temperature units displayed.

Controller Parameters

Lists and explains various configurable parameters for the controller.

Pid List

Lists parameters related to Proportional-Integral-Derivative (PID) control.

Alarms

Explains alarm messages and conditions that trigger them.

Sensor Break Protection

Describes the function that protects against thermocouple failure.

Over-Temperature Protection (OTP)

Details the OTP feature and how to adjust its value for safety.

Tuning

Explains the self-tuning feature for optimizing temperature control.

Single Ramp & Dwell Controller

Functions

Outlines the ramp and dwell programming capabilities and five modes.

Mode 1 (DWELL)

Explains the DWELL mode where dwell time starts after reaching the set threshold.

Mode 2 (DELY)

Explains the DELY mode where the timer starts on power-up or run selection.

Mode 3 (SF.ST)

Explains the SF.ST mode, a soft-start function that limits power initially.

Program Overview

Details how to set program mode, ramp rate, and dwell time.

Setpoint Rate Limit Setup

Guides on setting ramp rate limits and dwell times for programs.

Running the Program

Instructions on how to start and run a programmed sequence.

Holding the Program

How to pause a running program.

Stopping the Program

How to cancel a running program.

Clearing the Flashing End

How to clear the end-of-program indicator.

Verifying a Running Program

How to check the current status of a program.

8 Segment Programmable w/OTP

Basic Operation

Explains controller startup and HOME DISPLAY interpretation for 8-segment models.

To Change the Setpoint

Guide to modifying the setpoint on the 8-segment controller.

To View Display Units

How to view temperature units on the 8-segment controller.

To View the % Output Power

How to check the percentage of output power on the 8-segment controller.

Buttons and Indicators

Details the functions of buttons and indicator lights for the 8-segment controller.

Controller Parameters

Lists and explains parameters for the 8-segment controller's Home Display and Program Run List.

ProG LiSt (Program Edit List)

Details parameters for editing programs, including holdback and units.

Atun LiSt (Autotune List)

Lists autotune parameters like one-shot and adaptive tuning.

Pid LiSt

Lists PID parameters, including gain scheduling and proportional bands.

Alarms

Explains alarm messages for the 8-segment controller.

Sensor Break Protection

Details sensor break protection for the 8-segment controller.

Over-Temperature Protection (OTP)

Explains OTP and how to adjust the 'Deviation High' alarm value.

To Operate the Controller as a Single Setpoint Controller

Instructions on using the 8-segment controller in single setpoint mode.

Programming the Controller

Overview of creating customized programs using segments.

Hb: Holdback

Explains holdback types (OFF, Lo, Hi, bAnd) and their functions.

Hb U: Holdback Value

Instructions on setting the specific value for holdback.

rmP.U: Setting Ramp Units

How to set units (seconds, minutes, hours) for ramp segments.

dwL.U: Setting Dwell Units

How to set units (seconds, minutes, hours) for dwell segments.

CYC.n: Setting the Number of Cycles

How to set the number of program repetitions or continuous run.

Setting the Segment Type

Details the five types of program segments (rmP.r, rmP.t, dwEll, StEP, End).

rmP.r (Ramp)

Instructions for setting a ramp segment with a specific rate.

rmP.t

Instructions for setting a ramp segment with a specific time.

dwEll

Instructions for setting a dwell segment to maintain a constant temperature.

StEP

Instructions for setting a step segment to climb instantaneously to a temperature.

End

Instructions for ending or repeating a program segment.

Running a Program (8 Segment Programmable Models)

How to start and run an 8-segment program.

Holding a Program

How to pause a running 8-segment program.

Cancelling a Program

How to stop an 8-segment program.

Tuning

Explains the purpose of tuning for controller accuracy.

Tuning Error

What to do if a tuning error occurs.

G.SP: Gain Scheduling

Explains gain scheduling for transfer between PID sets.

Setting the Transfer Point

How to set the G.SP value for gain scheduling transfer.

Autotuning

Guide to using the autotune feature to set PID values.

Adaptive Tuning

Explains adaptive tuning for continuous parameter evaluation.

Furnace Loading

Guidelines for properly loading the furnace chamber for uniform heating.

Preventive Maintenance

Contamination and Element Care

Discusses causes of element failure and care for resistance wire.

Housekeeping and Cleaning

Emphasizes keeping the furnace clean and periodic burn-off procedures.

Thermocouple Maintenance

Suggests regular thermocouple replacement to ensure accuracy.

Troubleshooting

Maintenance and Servicing

To Replace a Heating Element

Step-by-step instructions for replacing a heating element in the furnace.

To Replace The Platinel II Thermocouple

Detailed procedure for replacing the thermocouple.

To Replace Door Switch (Micro-Switch)

Instructions for replacing the door micro-switch.

To Realign Door Switches

Steps to adjust and realign the door safety switches.

To Replace the Controller

Procedure for removing and replacing the controller unit.

Replacement Parts

Wiring Diagrams

Single Setpoint w/OTP Control

Wiring diagram for single setpoint models with OTP.

Ordering Procedures

Important

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