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--- thermoline_furnace [2023/01/06 01:27] – [About] haley
+++ thermoline_furnace [2023/01/30 22:34] (current) – bdincau
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 ^                   Thermoline Furnace                            ^
 |   {{ :tools:thermolinefurnace:thermoline_furnace.jpg?nolink&200 |}}   |
-| **Tool Type:**                  Furnace                          |
+| **Tool Type:**                  Box Furnace                          |
 | **Location:**                   Microfluidics Lab                           |
-| **Description:**                Furnace                          |
+| **Description:**                Small High-Temperature (1000 C) Box Furnace                          |
 | **Manufacturer:**               Thermoline                          |
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 ===== About =====
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   * Never heat a sealed container.
   * Do not operate the furnace if it is damaged, or is not working properly. Please place a note on the oven to alert other users, and notify laboratory staff of the problem.
-  * **Double containment is required for heating containers of liquid to prevent leaked material from contaminating the oven. This is especially true when heating PDMS molds.
+  * **Double containment is required for heating containers of liquid to prevent leaked material from contaminating the oven. This is especially true when heating PDMS molds.**
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+) Plug in the furnace and power on. \\
+) Set the desired temperature using the up/down arrow buttons on the controller. \\
+) Locate at pair of thermally insulated gloves, usually near the convention ovens. \\
+) Once the desired temperature is reached, place your item(s) in the furnace while wearing insulated gloves. Remember, all liquids must be double contained so that if they spill, the oven remains clean. \\
+) If performing multiple steps, adjust the temperature when needed. \\
+) When finished, power off and unplug the furnace. Close the door and leave a note if the furnace is still hot when you leave.
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 ===== Detailed Specifications =====