How to Operate the Hot Plate[edit | edit source]
- First one needs either a Varac or a temperature controller
- In our case, we have a Cole-Parmer DigiSense Temperature Controller (K-Series temperature probe)
- Plug the hot plate into the back of the temperature controller
- Turn on the temperature controller and the hot plate
- Use the arrow keys found on the Omron Temperature Controller located on the hot plate to adjust to the desired temperature (SV)
- PV is the current temperature of the hot plate
NOTE:
- Temperature controller is a PID which means that it will go beyond the desired temperature before stabilizing to the desired temperature.
Manual[edit | edit source]
If you want to:
- Change the parameters of the PID
- Change the alarms
Please read the manual for step by step instructions.
The manual can be found by clicking the following link. [1]
Safety[edit | edit source]
- Make sure to indicate that the hot plate is on
- Don't touch the top of the hot plate while it is operational
