Physitemp Instruments HP-4M Heat Plate - Manual

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR HP-4M WARMING PLATE FOR USE
WITH TCAT2-LV AND TCAT2-DF CONTROLLERS
Check content of package carefully to verify contents comprising:
1. HP-4M Warming Plate
2. 3 foot long connector cable
Installation Instructions:
1. Attach the round 7-pin connector to mating socket on rear of TCAT2-LV or
TCAT2-DF. The connector is mechanically polarized to prevent incorrect
insertion. Once inserted rotate the outer ring at the tip of the connector 90 degrees
in a clockwise direction to lock in place.
2. Attach opposite end of cable to the HP-4M warming plate. This connector is also
polarized to prevent incorrect insertion and has a built in locking tab to prevent
accidental removal. Press down on the locking tab and pull back to disconnect
from warming plate.
3. A Platinum RTD Sensor built into the plate signals the controller to prevent it
from overheating. Power to the plate is interrupted if the plate temperature
exceeds 42 degrees centigrade. If higher plate control temperatures are required,
instructions for changing this set point can be provided upon request by our
service department at the number below.
4. A second type T thermocouple sensor is described in the instructions for use of
the TCAT2-LV and TCAT2-DF controllers to provide feedback control in the
system. For rats this would normally be a RET-1 flexible rectal probe and for
mice the IT-18 can be used. If you have any questions about a specific
application, please call our Engineering Department at 973-779-5577 ext 15.
Specifications:
Plate Size: 1.5 inches wide x 4 inches long x .25 inches thick
Power requirements: 12VDC at 2 Amps (25 watts)
Sensor: Ceramic encapsulated Platinum RTD sensor, nominal resistance 100
ohms at 0 degrees centigrade.
Warranty Information:
Physitemp Instruments Inc. warrants this product to be free of defects in material or
workmanship for a period of 12 months from date of shipment. Repair or replacement
will be made at no charge at the discretion of Physitemp if the defect is not the result of
misuse or abuse. Physitemp accepts no consequential liability for delay in delivery,
alleged faulty performance of the product or any other cause.