Error Messages; Overheating Protection; Connection Safety Feature; Mains Current Protection - BETEX iDuctor Manuel D'utilisation

Error messages

The iDuctor 1 has a number of (patented) internal safety features. If one of these trips
the unit will switch off and the LED will flash when the on/off button is depressed. The
iDuctor is equipped with a patented microprocessor induction generator. In the event
of overloading or overheating of the generator the processor automatically reduces the
power to prevent damage to the induction generator.

Overheating protection

The unit will stop heating whenever its internal temperature rises too high.
Check: 1) that the fan is still operating
2) that the ventilation holes are unblocked
3) that power is connected, to ensure cooling
4) that only coils approved by the manufacturer are being used.
Solution: Delay heating until the unit has cooled sufficiently. The unit monitors the
temperature itself, and it will not be usable until the internal temperature has fallen
sufficiently. This will be detectable as you will hear the fan switch off.

Connection safety feature

Check: 1) that the coil is correctly connected
2) that the coils are not damaged
3) that the coils are not causing a short-circuit
to earth or between the coils

Mains current protection

Check: If a generator is being used, check whether the iDuctor operates correctly
when connected to the mains. It is possible that the power, voltage or frequency provided
by the generator is not correct.

Voltage and current protection

Check: 1) that the mains voltage is not too high
2) that the coil is not causing a short-circuit to earth, or internally
3) where the flexible coil is being used, that not too many turns
have been wound around the object to be heated.
Solution: Remove some turns from the object to be heated and retry.

Maintenance

The iDuctor 1 is maintenance-free. The housing can be cleaned with a dry cloth.
C A U T I O N
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Do not use a wet cloth or solvents: these can damage the unit or its operation.
Do not use an induction coil if the insulating protective sleeve is damaged or worn.
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