Instruction Manual

For All Hot Plates, Stirrers, and Stirrer/Hot Plates with

Digital Displays and for the 6795PR Temperature Controller

Catalog Number
Model Product Top Plate 230 Volt 230 Volt
Number Type Size 120 Volt 100 Volt (Non-Europe) (Europe)
PC-400D Hot Plate 5" x 7" 6795-400D 6797-400D 6798-400D 6796-400D
(12.7 x 17.8 cm)
PC-410D Stirrer 5" x 7" 6795-410D 6797-410D 6798-410D 6796-410D
(12.7 x 17.8 cm)
PC-420D Stirrer/ 5" x 7" 6795-420D 6797-420D 6798-420D 6796-420D
Hot Plate (12.7 x 17.8 cm)
PC-600D Hot Plate 10" x 10" 6795-600D 6797-600D 6798-600D 6796-600D
(25.4 x 25.4 cm)
PC-610D Stirrer 10" x 10" 6795-610D 6797-610D 6798-610D 6796-610D
(25.4 x 25.4 cm)
PC-620D Stirrer/ 10" x 10" 6795-620D 6797-620D 6798-620D 6796-620D
Hot Plate (25.4 x 25.4 cm)
6795PR Temperature All 6795PR
Controller
About This Manual
This manual is designed to assist you in optimal usage of your new hot plate, stirrer,
stirrer/hot plate or temperature controller. The manual is available in English, French,
German, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin Chinese and Spanish in the product literature
section of Corning’s website http://www.corning.com/lifesciences.
Product Voltages
Hot plates, stirrers, and stirrer/hot plates are available in different voltages. Before
initial use, check that the unit you received is the correct voltage for your location.
Warranty Registration
Filling out and mailing the attached Warranty Registration Card or submitting this
information online at http://www.corning.com/lifesciences/warranty will validate the
hot plate, stirrer or stirrer/hot plate’s two year warranty.

Mode d’emploi
Ce mode d’emploi a pour but de vous aidez à utiliser votre nouvelle plaque chauffante,
agitateur, agitateur chauffant ou contrôleur de température, de manière optimale. Il est
disponible en français, anglais, allemand, espagnol, japonais et chinois. Vous pouvez
également le consulter et le télécharger sur notre site dans la section «product literature».
http://www.corning.com/lifesciences
Voltage des appareils
Les plaques chauffantes, agitateurs et agitateurs chauffants sont disponibles en différents
voltages. Vérifiez avant la première utilisation que l’appareil fourni possède le voltage
adéquat.
Garantie
Remplissez et envoyez la carte de garantie incluse ou remplissez ces renseignements en
ligne sur notre site http://www.corning.com/lifesciences/warranty.
Votre garantie de deux ans sera alors activée.

Zu dieser Gebrauchsanleitung
Diese Gebrauchsanleitung wurde erstellt, um Ihnen dabei zu helfen, Ihre neu erworbenen
Geräte wie Heizplatte, Rührer, Rührer/Heizplatte oder Temperaturregler optimal zu
gebrauchen. Diese Gebrauchsanleitung ist in Englisch, Französisch, Deutsch, Japanisch,
Koreanisch, Mandarin Chinesisch und Spanisch sowie im Abschnitt zur Produktliteratur
der Corning Internetseite unter http://www.corning.com/lifesciences erhältlich.
Produkt Netzspannungen
Heizplatten, Rührer und Rührer/Heizplatten sind für verschiedene Netzspannungen
erhältlich. Kontrollieren Sie bitte vor dem ersten Gebrauch, ob das Gerät, das Sie Acerca de este Manual
erhalten haben, über die korrekte Netzspannung für Ihren Standort verfügt. Este manual está diseñado para ayudarlo a optimizar el uso desu nueva parrilla de
Garantie-Registrierung calentamiento, agitador, parrilla de calentamiento/agitador ó contolador de temperatura.
El manual está disponible en Inglés, Francés, Alemán, Japonés, Coreano, Mandarín
Das Ausfüllen und Zusenden der beigefügten Karte für Garantie-Registrierung oder das
Chino y Español y en la sección de literatura de productos de la página Web de
Einreichen dieser Information online unter http://www.corning.com/lifesciences/warranty
Corning http://www.corning.com/lifesciences.
bestätigt die zwei Jahre Garantie für Heizplatte, Rührer oder Rührer/Heizplatte.
Voltaje de los productos
Parrillas de calentamiento, agitadores, parrillas de calentamiento/agitador están
disponibles en diferentes voltajes. Antes de usarla, revise que la unidad recibida tiene
el voltaje correcto para su locación.
Registro de garantía
Llene y envie por correo la tarjeta de registroo envie esta information a través de nuestra
página web http://www.corning.com/lifesciences/warranty para validar por dos años la
garantía de Parrillas de calentamiento, agitadores, parrillas de calentamiento/agitador.

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Table of Contents

Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Operating Conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Product Controls and Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Product Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Stirring Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Heating Instructions (without the External

Temperature Controller) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Heating Instructions (with the External

Temperature Controller, Cat. No. 6795PR) . . 6

Heating Operation Principles . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Heating Operation Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Product Repair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Product Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Optional Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Technical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Product Size and Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Frequently Asked Questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

CE, WEEE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Warranty Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

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Safety Information Product Damage
◗ Keep the product dry and clean.
This instruction manual contains important operating and maintenance
instructions which must be read, understood, and followed by the prod- ◗ Do not immerse the product for cleaning.
uct user. Failure to use this product according to this instruction manual ◗ The ceramic top may break if impacted.
may degrade or defeat the protection normally provided by this product.
◗ The maximum gross weight placed on the top surface must not exceed
Read this instruction manual prior to product use and keep this instruc-
11Kg (25 lbs.)
tion manual for future reference.
◗ These units are not explosion or spark proof.
Product Symbols ◗ Do not heat or stir volatile or flammable materials.
Caution - Risk of danger: Cautions that there is materi- ◗ Do not operate this product near volatile or flammable materials.
al in the instruction manual which must be read, under- ◗ Do not use this product with a metal vessel.
stood, and followed in order to preserve product safety
features. Operating Conditions
Corning hot plates, stirrers, and stirrer/hot plates are designed to
Caution – Hot Surface: Cautions that the top plate is provide safe functioning under the following conditions:
too hot to touch.
◗ Indoor use
◗ Altitude up to 2000 meters (6,500 feet)
Indicates that the unit is plugged into power supply. ◗ Ambient temperatures of 0°C to 30°C
◗ Product should be placed on a flat surface at least 30.5 cm (12") from
walls, 122 cm (48") from ceilings, and 30.5 cm (12") from other hot
Indicates that the accessory external temperature con-
plates if using multiple units.
troller is properly plugged into the unit.
◗ Maximum relative humidity of 80% for temperatures up to 31°C,
decreasing linearly to 50% relative humidity at 40°C.
Warnings ◗ Pollution Degree 2: Any foreign matter that may accumulate on or
within the product during normal use is not electrically conductive.
Personal Injury
◗ Do not use this product in a manner other than as stated in the
◗ Installation Category II: Product is designed for connection to an
Operating Conditions section of this manual as the protection provided electrical branch circuit inside a building with main supply voltage
by the equipment may be impaired. fluctuations not exceeding ±10% of the nominal voltage.
◗ This product is designed for use in laboratory environments by persons
knowledgeable in safe laboratory practices.
◗ Always wear safety glasses and other appropriate protective equipment
when operating this product.
Electric Shock
◗ This product must be connected to a grounded power outlet for safe
functioning.
◗ Use only the power cord supplied with the product.
◗ The power cord is the device available for full disconnect from mains
input.
◗ Position the product for use so that the power cord can be easily dis-
connected without having to move the product.
◗ Disconnect the power cord before moving or cleaning the unit.

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Product Controls and Indicators To Connect the External Temperature Controller
1 Turn the Stir Control Knob and Heat Control Knob to the OFF
1
position.
7 6 2 Disconnect power cord.
3 Insert temperature controller connector into the input connector.
3 5 4 Reconnect power cord.
5 Product is now ready for use with External Temperature Controller.
2 4 Repeat the above process when disconnecting the temperature controller.

Stirring Instructions
PC-410D, PC-420D, PC-610D, PC-620D
1 Power Indicator: Illuminates at all times when the product is properly
connected to input power. 1 Fill vessel with solution to be stirred.
2 Stir Control Knob: Turn it all the way counterclockwise to turn off 2 Place stir bar into vessel.
stirring function. Turn it clockwise to set desired stirring speed. 3 Place vessel in the center of the top surface.
3 Stirring Speed Display: Shows the speed set for stirring 4 Turn Stir Control Knob until the Stirring Speed Display shows the
4 Heat Control Knob: Turn it all the way counterclockwise to turn off desired speed. The speed setting can be adjusted according to the
heating function. Turn it clockwise to set desired heating temperature. table below.
5 Heating Temperature Display: Shows the temperature set for heating. Operating Range (RPM) Adjustable Increment, (RPM)

6 Hot Top Indicator: Illuminates when the temperature of the top is too 60-100 5
hot to touch (greater than ~60°C). 100-200 10
7 Temperature Probe In Use Indicator: Illuminates when the external 200-400 20
temperature probe is connected to the unit. 400-1150 50

Product Connections - Flashing Display: The number will FLASH when actual stirring
speed is not at set speed.
1 Power Cord Input: Connect the supplied power cord into this
connector. - Constant Display: The number will not flash when actual stirring
speed is at the set speed. The number will remain constantly ON
2 External Temperature Controller Input: Connect the optional External
when the actual stirring speed is at the set speed.
Temperature Controller (Corning Cat. No. 6795PR) into this connector.
5 When desired stirring is complete, turn the Stir Control Knob to the
OFF position. Allow stir bar to cease rotation before removing the
vessel from the unit.
6 Heating and stirring can be performed simultaneously with PC-420D
and PC-620D models which offer both heating and stirring functions.
Please note that the viscosity of the stirred material will affect the ability
of the stir bar to remain coupled to the rotating ring magnet. Materials
2 1 of high viscosity must be stirred at slower speed settings.

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Heating Instructions 5 Insert the tip of the External Temperature Probe into the solution.
(without External Temperature Controller) - The tip should be located in the center of the vessel and at approxi-
PC-400D, PC-420D, PC-600D, and PC-620D mately one-half of the depth of the solution.
1 Fill vessel with solution to be heated. 6 Secure the position of the External Temperature Controller by using a
ring stand/support rod and clamp.
2 If using a PC-420D or PC-620D and the stirring function, place stir
bar into vessel. - Assure that the cable of the External Temperature Controller does
not come into contact with the heating surface.
3 Place vessel in the center of the top surface.
7 Turn Heat Control Knob until the Heating Temperature Display
4 Turn Heat Control Knob until the Heating Temperature Display shows the desired heating temperature.
shows the desired temperature. The temperature setting can be
adjusted in 5°C increments. - Flashing Display: The number shown on the Heating Temperature
Display will FLASH when the actual heating temperature is not at
- Flashing Display: The number shown on the Heating Temperature the set temperature.
Display will FLASH when actual heating temperature is not at the
set temperature. - Constant Display: The number shown on the Heating Temperature
Display will remain constantly ON when the actual heating temper-
- Constant Display: The number shown on the Heating Temperature ature is at the set temperature.
Display will remain constantly ON when the actual heating temper-
ature is at the set temperature. - Hot Top Indicator: The Hot Top Indicator will be ON at all times
when the temperature of the top surface is too hot to touch (greater
- Hot Top Indicator: The Hot Top Indicator will be ON at all times than ~60°C).
when the temperature of the top surface is too hot to touch (greater
than approximately 60°C). - The Hot Top Indicator will FLASH when the Heat Control Knob
is turned OFF but the top surface is still too hot to touch.
- The Hot Top Indicator will FLASH when the Heat Control Knob
is turned OFF, but the top surface is still too hot to touch. - The Hot Top Indicator will be OFF when the temperature of the
top is less than ~60°C.
- The Hot Top Indicator will be OFF when the temperature of the
top is less than approximately 60°C. Caution: The Hot Top Indicator will turn OFF when the power cord is
disconnected from the product even if the temperature of the top surface
Caution: The Hot Top Indicator will turn OFF when the power cord is is still too hot to touch.
disconnected from the product even if the temperature of the top surface
is still too hot to touch.
Heating Operation Principles
Heating Instructions The heating element and a temperature sensor are located just beneath
(with External Temperature Controller, Corning Catalog No. 6795PR) the ceramic top surface of the product. The microprocessor controlled
heat, generated by the heating element, is based upon the sensor tem-
PC-400D, PC-420D, PC-600D, PC-620D, and 6795PR perature and the value set on the Heating Temperature Display. When
1 Connect the External Temperature Controller to the connector on the sensor temperature is not within range of the value set on the dis-
the back of the unit. play, the display will FLASH. When the sensor temperature is within
- Temperature Probe in Use Indicator: This will illuminate when range, the value displayed will remain constantly ON.
External Temperature Controller is properly connected. The Heating Temperature Display does not indicate the actual tempera-
2 Fill vessel with solution to be heated. ture of materials placed on top of the product or the actual temperature
3 If using a PC-420D or PC-620D and the stirring function, place stir of the ceramic top surface.
bar into vessel.
4 Place vessel in the center of the top surface.

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The table below shows a typical difference between the temperature set Heating Operation Safety
on the Heating Temperature Display and the actual temperature meas-
The microprocessor controlled system has error routines built in to
urement of the ceramic top surface:
detect product operation in some unfavorable conditions. The type of
Actual Actual error routines which may be active in a product varies depending upon
Temperature Set Top Surface Temperature Set Top Surface the functionality of the model and the operating software version.
on Display (°C) Temperature (°C) on Display (°C) Temperature (°C)
50 45 350 285 If an error routine is engaged, the product will typically shut down.
Some error routines will display an error code number in the left digital
100 85 400 325
location of the Heating Temperature Display when the product is shut
150 125 450 365 down. For more information on error codes, call Corning Technical
200 165 500 405 Service at 978.442.2200.
250 205 550 440 A product shut down by an error routine must be disconnected and
300 245 reconnected to mains input before it can be used again. Please contact
Corning Inc. or a Corning Authorized Repair Facility if a product does
(The information above was taken using a 6795-420D with no top load not reset from the error routine shut down or if it continues to shut
in 20°C ambient conditions) down after resetting.
Using the External Temperature Controller, Corning Inc. Cat. No.6795PR Caution: Error routines built into these products do not substitute the
enables precision temperature control of materials placed in vessels on top of need to use these products per the specified operating conditions and
the product. according to safe laboratory practices. There are potential failure modes
in product functionality or in process of use that could result in uncon-
An External Temperature Controller is available for this product as an
trolled or unexpected heating of the top surface. Reaction plans should
accessory item. See page 11 for more details.
be developed and safety precautions put in place based on the worse case
When the External Temperature Controller is connected to the product, scenario that any materials placed on the top surface could be subjected
the closed loop control process described previously is extended to to a continuous supply of heat, raising the material temperature to levels
include temperature input from the External Temperature Controller. in excess of 550°C.
The microprocessor controlled heat, generated by the heating element,
is based upon the sensor temperature located in the tip of the External Product Repair
Temperature Controller and the value set on the Heating Temperature
There are no direct user serviceable components inside this series of
Display. When the sensor temperature is not within range of the value
products. A list of available replacement parts are listed on page 12.
set on the display, the display will FLASH. When the sensor temperature
is within range, the value displayed will remain constantly ON. Please contact Corning or a Corning authorized repair facility for
repair or maintenance issues.
When the External Temperature Controller is connected to the product
and properly placed into a liquid on the top surface, then the Heating
Temperature Display does indicate and directly control the actual tem- Product Maintenance
perature of the liquid on the top surface. Power
Caution: The top surface and the vessel used may be at substantially Caution: Disconnect power to the product by unplugging the power
higher temperatures than indicated by the setting on the Heating Temp- cord before performing any maintenance or inspection procedures.
erature Display as the controller regulates the liquid temperature inside ◗ Inspect the power cord regularly and replace if damaged. Use only
the vessel. replacement power cords available from Corning and Corning
authorized product distributors.

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Ceramic Top Plate
◗ These products are supplied with Corning’s proprietary Pyroceram®
top that is easy to clean and highly resistant to scratches, corrosion,
and chemical attack.
◗ The ceramic top may break during use if not properly maintained.
◗ Keep the ceramic top clean. A nonabrasive cleaner may be used to
clean the ceramic top.
◗ Inspect the ceramic top for damage during cleaning.
◗ Discontinue product use if the ceramic top is chipped, etched, or
shows excessive scratching. A replacement top can be ordered. See
page 12 for details.
◗ Contact Corning or a Corning authorized repair facility for top
replacement.
General
◗ It is important to keep this product dry and clean.
◗ Remove minor exterior liquid spills promptly.
◗ Clean exterior surfaces with a nonabrasive cleaner. Do not reconnect
product to power input until all cleaned surfaces have dried.
◗ If liquid or wet solid material gets inside the product, immediately
disconnect power to the product and discontinue use. Contact Accessories (Shown with 6795-420D)
Corning for additional instructions regarding interior spills.

Optional Accessories
Corning
Catalog No. Description
6795PR External Temperature Controller for Digital Display Hotplate and
Hotplate/Stirrer – used for all PC-400D, 420D, 600D, and 620D models.
FEP coated stainless steel.
440129 Vertical Support Rod: Supplied as two 9" [22.86 cm] rods which can be
screwed together – can be used with all PC-XXXD series products. Stainless
steel.
440140 Boss Head Clamp – used for connecting the 440141 Holding Rod at a 90°
angle to the 440129 Support Rod. Aluminum.
440141 Holding Rod – used for holding the 6795PR External Temperature Controller
in position. Aluminum.
6795KIT Universal Accessories Kit includes: 6795PR, 6970SR, and 440129
6795-420KIT Kit includes: 6795-420D Stirrer/Hot Plate, 6795PR, 6970SR, and 440129
6795-620KIT Kit includes: 6795-620D Stirrer/Hot Plate, 6795PR, 6970SR, and 440129
400430 Teflon® coated magnetic stir bar, 1 x 5.1 cm (.39" x 2") – recommended size
for all PC-610D and 620D models.
401435 Teflon coated magnetic stir bar, 1 x 2.5 cm (.39" x 1") – recommended size for
all PC-410D and 420D models.
6970SR Stir Bar Retriever, polypropylene

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Replacement Parts Product Size and Dimensions
Corning Top Plate Size Product Dimensions
Catalog No. Description Usage Models Inches (Millimeters) Inches (Millimeters)
411007 Power Cord PC-400D/410D/420D, 120V PC-400D/410D/420D 5" x 7" 4.25 x 7.75 x 11"
(12.7 x 17.8 cm) (10.8 x 19.7 x 28 cm)
410956 Power Cord PC-600D/610D/620D, 120V
PC-600D/610D/620D 10" x 10" 4.625 x 11 x 15.375"
411021 Power Cord PC-400D/410D/420D and PC-600D/610D/620D,
(25.4 x 25.4 cm) (11.75 x 19.7 x 39.05 cm)
100V
410942 Power Cord PC-400D/410D/420D and PC-600D/610D/620D,
230V (UK plug) Frequently Asked Questions
440124 Power Cord PC-400D/410D/420D and PC-600D/610D/620D, ◗ I have a beaker of water on my hot plate and set the temperature
230V (Euro Plug)
for 550°C. Why does the display setting blink and not remain
Contact Corning Ceramic top plate/ PC-400D/410D/420D, All Voltages constant?
customer service element assembly,
for part number 5" x 7" The display will blink at any time when the temperature sensor is not
Contact Corning Ceramic top plate/ PC-600D/610D/620D, All Voltages
within range of the set temperature value. The temperature measured
customer service element assembly, by the sensor is a composite of the temperature of the heating element
for part number 10" x 10" located beneath the sensor, the ceramic top above the sensor, and the
Contact Corning PC Control Board very small air space around the sensor. Water requires a substantial
customer service amount of heat in order to boil yet remains at a constant temperature
for part number of 100°C for the duration of the boiling process. Although the heating
440135 Control Knob All models element is producing maximum heat at the 550°C setting, the water
consumes this heat so quickly during the boiling process that the heat
is unable to raise the temperature measured by the sensor to within
Technical Specifications range of the 550°C set value.
Power (Volts/Hz/Watts/Amp) ◗ How long does it take to bring a beaker of water to boil?
120V 100V 230V 230V Temp. Stir Range
Model Type (6795 models) (6797 models) (6796 models) (6798 models)2 Range1 (RPM) Weight Using a 600 mL PYREX® beaker with 400 mL of water at 25°C, it
takes approximately 15 minutes to bring the water to a full, rolling
PC-400D Hot 120V/60Hz/ 100V/60Hz/ 230V/50Hz/ 230V/50Hz/ 5°-550°C 2.7kg
Plate 628W/5.3A 548W/5.5A 628W/2.7A 628W/2.7A (41°-1022°F) (6.0 lbs.) boil.
PC-600D Hot 120V/60Hz/ 100V/60Hz/ 230V/50Hz/ 230V/50Hz/ 5°-550°C 4.5kg ◗ Can I use a metal tray on top of my Corning® hot plate?
Plate 1043W/8.7A 1043W/10.5A 1043W/4.5A 1043W/4.5A (41°-1022°F) (10.0 lbs.)
No. The metal will act as a heat sink, and have a high probability of
PC-410D Stirrer 120V/60Hz/ 100V/60Hz/ 230V/50Hz/ 230V/50Hz/ 60-1150 3.2kg creating an abnormal heating condition. If an abnormal condition is
73W/0.7A 78W/0.8A 73W/0.3A 73W/0.3A (7.0 lbs.)
detected, the product will shut down. A metal vessel will also scratch
PC-610D Stirrer 120V/60Hz/ 100V/60Hz/ 230V/50Hz/ 230V/50Hz/ 60-1150 5.2kg the ceramic top plate.
73W/0.7A 78W/0.8A 73W/0.3A 73W/0.3A (11.5 lbs.)
PC-420D Stirrer/ 120V/60Hz/ 100V/60Hz/ 230V/50Hz/ 230V/50Hz/ 5°-550°C 60-1150 3.2kg ◗ The stir bar keeps decoupling. Why and what can I do to stop this?
Hot 698W/5.9A 623W/6.3A 698W/3.0A 698W/3.0A (41°-1022°F) (7.0 lbs.) These units are programmed to minimize decoupling. However, liquid
Plate
viscosity, stir bar magnetic strength, vessel used, and speed changes can
PC-620D Stirrer/ 120V/60Hz/ 100V/60Hz/ 230V/50Hz/ 230V/50Hz/ 5°-550°C 60-1150 5.2kg cause decoupling. High viscosity liquids must be stirred at slower speed
Hot 1113W/9.3A 1113W/11.2A 1113W/4.8A 1113W/4.8A (41°-1022°F) (11.5 lbs.)
Plate settings. The magnetic strength of stir bars can weaken over time and
1
The Temperature Range using the External Temperature Controller is 5°-200°C (41°-392°F).
may need to be replaced. Vessels used need to have thin, flat bottoms
2
Catalog numbers beginning with 6798 in 230V are non European configuration models. to insure optimal performance. Rapid decreases in stir speed can cause
decoupling as the magnet slows down quicker than the stir bar and the
liquid.
◗ What size vessel should I use?
Vessels used on the top of a hot plate must not be larger than the
top plate.
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◗ Corning sells replacement parts. Can I do the repairs myself Warranty Statement
instead of sending it in to Corning’s equipment repair department?
Corning Incorporated warrants this product to be free from defects in
When repairs are completed by Corning or a Corning authorized repair material and workmanship when used under normal laboratory conditions
facility, the performance and safety of the product will be verified before for two (2) years. This warranty begins from the date of the purchase by
being returned to you. We do sell replacement parts so customers can the end user.
complete repairs themselves. It is recommended that only people know-
ledgeable in electronics complete those repairs. There is no warranty This warranty is made in lieu of all other warranties expressed or implied
or return on equipment replacement parts. including the warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose.
Corning shall not be liable for loss or damages arising from the use of these
CE Declaration of Conformity products nor for consequential damages of any kind.

Corning Incorporated hereby declares under its sole responsibility that In the event this product fails under normal laboratory conditions
the following products: with the specified period of time because of a defect in material or
workmanship, Corning will, at its option, repair or replace the product.
◗6796-400D, 6796-410D, 6796-420D, 6796-600D, 6796-610D,
6796-620D Contact the Corning Technical Information Center for return
authorization and shipping instructions at:
Conform to the following EU Directives:
◗ 1.800.492.1110 (for toll-free calling within the U.S. and Canada)
◗ 73/23/EEC: Low Voltage Directive, as amended by 93/68/EEC
◗ 1.978.442.2200 (outside the U.S.), or
◗ 89/336/EEC: Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive, as amended
by 92/31/EEC and 93/68/EEC ◗ contact your local Corning support office listed on the back cover of
this manual.
Presumption of compliance to these directives is supported through
successful evaluation to the requirements of the following standards: Warranty Registration
◗ IEC 61010-1: 2001 (Second Edition) Your purchase of this product must be registered with Corning in order
◗ IEC 61010-2-010: 2003 (Second Edition) for your warranty to be in effect.
◗ IEC 61010-2-051: 2003 (Second Edition) Register by mail by detaching the Warranty Registration card from this
instruction manual and mailing the completed card.
◗ EN61326-1
◗ EN61000-3-2, -3-3, -4-2, -4-3, -4-5, -4-6, -4-8, -4-11 Or you can register online at http://www.corning.com/lifesciences/
warranty.
Product Disposal
Your Purchase Record
The “crossed-out wheelie bin” symbol, if present on the product, indi-
Corning recommends that you record the details of your purchase in the
cates that the product was planned for use in a country complying with
spaces below for your future reference.
the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment EU Directive,
2002/96/EC. This symbol indicates that this equipment must not be dis- Model Number _________________________________________________________________
posed of with unsorted municipal waste. It is the product user’s responsi-
bility to correctly dispose of waste equipment by handing it over to an Serial Number __________________________________________________________________
authorized facility for separate collection and recycling. It is the product
user’s responsibility to decontaminate waste equipment from biological, Date Purchased/Received for use ___________________________________________________
chemical, and/or radiological hazards prior to disposal.
Purchased From ________________________________________________________________
Additional information pertaining to the disposal of Corning stirrer/hot plates
per the WEEE Directive can be obtained at www.corning.com/weee. Purchase Reference Number __________________________________________

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