P.A. HILTON LTD.

EXPERIMENTAL

OPERATING

AND

MAINTENANCE MANUAL

HEAT TRANSFER SERVICE UNIT

H112

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POLICY STATEMENT

After Sales Service

We, P.A. Hilton Ltd., attach considerable importance in being able to retain the confidence and
goodwill of our clients in offering an effective after sales service. Every effort is made to answer
clients correspondence promptly and to provide a rapid follow up of spares and replacement parts by
maintaining comprehensive stocks of components usually available ex-stock.

Should our clients encounter any difficulty in operating or maintaining a Hilton product we would
ask that as a first step they contact the Hilton representative in their country or, in the absence of a
local representative, write direct to P.A. Hilton Ltd.

In the extreme case, a problem may arise in the operation of equipment that could seriously disrupt a
teaching or research schedule. In such circumstances rapid advice from the manufacturers is
desirable and we wish our clients to know that Hiltons' will accept from them a transfer charge
telephone call from anywhere in the world.

We ask our clients to treat this service as an emergency service only and to use it sparingly and
wisely. Please do be aware of the time differences that may exist and, before making a telephone
call, make notes of the problem you wish to describe. English is a preferred language. Our telephone
number is +44 (0)1794 388382 and the telephone is normally manned between 0800 and 1700 hrs
GMT every day. Advance notice of an impending telephone call by Fax or email would be
appreciated.
Fax: +44 (0)1794 388129
Email: sales@p-a-hilton.co.uk

Each product manufactured by P.A. Hilton Ltd., is tested under operating conditions in our
permanent installations before despatch. Visitors to Horsebridge Mill are encouraged to operate and
evaluate our equipment with initial guidance from a Hilton engineer.
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EDUCATION AND TRAINING EQUIPMENT

Declaration of Conformity:
Directives (where applicable) 2006/42/EC
2006/95/EC
2004/108/EC

We declare that the following unit complies with the above EEC directives:

H112 Heat Transfer Service Unit (including Options)

The use of the apparatus outside the classroom, laboratory, study area or similar such place invalidates
conformity with the protection requirements of the Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive
(2004/108/EC) and could lead to local prosecution.

For and on behalf of

P.A. HILTON LIMITED

Technical Director

P.A. HILTON LIMITED

Horsebridge Mill, King's Somborne,
Stockbridge, Hampshire, SO20 6PX,
England.

Tel No. National (01794) 388382

International +44 1794 388382

Fax No. +44 1794 388129

E-mail: sales@p-a-hilton.co.uk
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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Page

APPENDICES: 4

INTRODUCTION 5

SCHEMATIC 6
Optional Units 6
H112 FRONT PANEL 7
H112 REAR PANEL 7

TYPICAL INSTALLATION 8
H112 shown with H112A Linear Heat Conduction Unit 8

INSTALLATION AND COMMISSIONING 9

HEAT TRANSFER SERVICE UNIT H112 (ONLY) 9
220/240V Units 9
220/240V Line to Line supply Error! Bookmark not defined.
110/120V Units 10
110V Transformer wiring diagram. 11

SPECIFICATION 12
Heat Transfer Service Unit H112 12
Console 12
Instrumentation 12
Safety 13

DESCRIPTION 14
Heat Transfer Service Unit H112 14

OPERATING PROCEDURE 15
Heat Transfer Service Unit H112 15

MAINTENANCE 16
Residual Current Circuit Breaker 16
Miniature Circuit Breaker 16
Instrument Fuse 16
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Manuals for Optional Modules:

Linear Heat Conduction H112A

Radial Heat Conduction H112B
Laws of Radiant Heat Transfer & Radiant Heat Exchange H112C
Combined Convection and Radiation H112D
Extended Surface Heat Transfer H112E
Radiation Errors in Temperature Measurement H112F
Unsteady State Heat Transfer H112G
Thermal Conductivity of Liquids and Gases H112H
Perfect gas Law Demonstration H112J
Marcet Boiler (Saturation Pressure-Temperature) H112M
Thermal Conductivity of Building Materials H112N
Free and Forced Convection from Flat, Pinned and
Finned Plates H112P
Thermoelectric Heat Pump H112Q
Closed Cycle Hot Air Engine H112R
Boiling Heat Transfer Unit H112S
Data Acquisition (Hardware Upgrade) HC113A
Data Acquisition (Software Upgrade) HC113B
Operation with Hilton Data Logging Software HC113B
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INTRODUCTION

It is essential that the three basic modes of heat transfer; Conduction, Convection and
Radiation are understood by students as a foundation for further studies involving heat
transfer and temperature measurement.

The factors that affect the rates of heat transfer and parameters that affect the practical aspects of
heat transfer need to be understood as part of the student development program.

The Hilton Heat Transfer Service Unit H112 may be connected to any one of many optional
demonstration units, each of which shows a fundamental mode, or a combination of modes of heat
transfer.

The present optional units are as follows, but more are being added:

Linear Heat Conduction H112A

Radial Heat Conduction H112B
Laws of Radiant Heat Transfer & Radiant Heat Exchange H112C
Combined Convection and Radiation H112D
Extended Surface Heat Transfer H112E
Radiation Errors in Temperature Measurement H112F
Unsteady State Heat Transfer H112G
Thermal Conductivity of Liquids and Gases H112H
Perfect gas Law Demonstration H112J
Marcet Boiler (Saturation Pressure-Temperature) H112M
Thermal Conductivity of Building Materials H112N
Free and Forced Convection from Flat, Pinned and
Finned Plates H112P
Thermoelectric Heat Pump H112Q
Closed Cycle Hot Air Engine H112R
Boiling Heat Transfer Unit H112S

Data Acquisition (Hardware Upgrade) HC113A

Addition of the optional Heat Transfer Service Unit Computerised Data Acquisition Upgrade
HC112A enables students to record, display and process data using a computer. The data logging
software enhances student interest and speeds comprehension of the principles being
demonstrated.

Each of the optional Modules has been designed to demonstrate a series of principles both visually
and by experimental analysis. Instrumentation and power supplies on the Heat Transfer Service
Unit H112 allow each of the optional units to be quickly connected and provide test data for
analysis of the parameters being demonstrated.

Suggested experiments with example calculations are given in the separate Modules Manual.
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Figure 1
SCHEMATIC

H112 Base Unit shown with Some Optional Modules.

Heat Transfer Service Unit H112

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Figure 2
H112 FRONT PANEL

Temperature display and

Selector T1 to T12

Thermocouple
Output socket to
sockets T1 to T12
optional units
Zero to 240V 2A

H112 REAR PANEL

Residual Current
Circuit Breaker (RCCB)
Press to test

Power inlet Power out to

240V 8A optional units
240V 8A

Signals out to Data Logger

Power to Optional Data Logger

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TYPICAL INSTALLATION

H112 shown with H112A Linear Heat Conduction Unit

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INSTALLATION AND COMMISSIONING

HEAT TRANSFER SERVICE UNIT H112 (ONLY)

Remove the unit from its packing case and carefully examine it for damage. If any is found, notify
the insurers immediately. Note that the optional Heat Transfer units are packed separately and their
number will depend upon the units that have been ordered. Note also that additional optional heat
transfer units may be purchased at any time and used with the Heat Transfer Service Unit H112.

Check the Heat Transfer Service Unit H112 against the PACKING LIST supplied and ensure that
all of the components are identified.

Identify the optional heat transfer units (if any) that have been ordered with the Heat Transfer
Service Unit H112, and check the components of these against the separate PACKING LIST for
these optional units.

Refer to the schematic diagrams in the relevant Manual (H112A, H112B, H112C etc.) to
assist in identifying the optional units ordered.

220/240V Units
The Heat Transfer Service Unit H112 requires connection to a 220/240v 50/60Hz single phase
supply capable of supplying up to 8 Amps. Check that the voltage and frequency of the locally
available electrical supply correspond to the label on the rear of the unit.

Ensure that the main switch is in the OFF position.

The power supply cable should be plugged into the socket on the rear panel.

The free end of the power supply cable should be connected to a suitable fixed power supply that
complies with the local regulations. The cable colour code is as follows:

BROWN LIVE or LINE

BLUE NEUTRAL
GREEN/YELLOW EARTH or GROUND

Note that for safe operation the GREEN/YELLOW cable should be connected to a low
impedance earthing point that complies with the local regulations.

Before connecting any of the optional heat transfer units to the Heat Transfer Service Unit H112,
turn on the main switch with power supplied and ensure that the three displays on the front panel
illuminate. If these displays do not illuminate ensure that the RCCB on the rear panel is in the ON
position.

Assuming the displays illuminate set the voltage control to off (fully anti-clockwise).

The voltage display should be approximately zero volts after a warm-up period.

Turn the voltage control clockwise and the voltage should be seen to rise to approximately 240
volts (or the maximum supply voltage).

This completes all tests that can be undertaken without of one of the optional demonstration units
fitted.

Turn the voltage control anti-clockwise and turn off the main switch.
The power supply lead supplied, connects to the socket at the rear of the control console.
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110/120V Units
The unit is supplied with a transformer suitable for input voltages between 110v and 130v (110v to
130v in 5v steps). Refer to Figure 3 on page 11. The transformer should be placed in a protected
position close to the unit and power supply but where air can circulate freely.

Before connection to the transformer the local supply voltage between line and neutral should be
measured by a competent person. The supply to the transformer should be from a switched
single phase source of 110/120v 50/60Hz capable of supplying up to 16 Amps. The connecting
cable and installation should comply with local regulations.

When the supply voltage has been determined the LIVE input of the supply should be connected to
the terminal having the nearest applicable voltage label on the inlet side of the transformer. The
NEUTRAL of the supply is connected to the 0V terminal on the inlet side of the transformer and
the EARTH conductor is connected to the terminal labelled E). Refer to Figure 3 on page 11.
Ensure that the main switch is in the OFF position.

The power supply cable should be plugged into the power inlet socket on the rear panel.

The free end of the power supply cable should be connected the 240V terminals of the transformer.
Refer to Figure 3 on page 11. The cable colour code is as follows:

BROWN LIVE or LINE

BLUE NEUTRAL
GREEN/YELLOW EARTH or GROUND

Before connecting any of the optional heat transfer units to the Heat Transfer Service Unit H112,
turn on the main switch with power supplied via the transformer and ensure that the three displays
on the front panel illuminate. If these displays do not illuminate ensure that the RCCB on the rear
panel is in the ON position.

Assuming the displays illuminate set the voltage control to off (fully anti-clockwise).

The voltage display should be approximately zero volts after a warm-up period.

Turn the voltage control clockwise and the voltage should be seen to rise to approximately 240
volts (or the maximum supply voltage).

This completes all tests that can be undertaken without of one of the optional demonstration units
fitted.
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Figure 3
110V Transformer wiring diagram.

Connect to
Terminal to suit
Mains input voltage
input
110V Output
To
to
130V Unit
50/60Hz 240V
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SPECIFICATION

Heat Transfer Service Unit H112

The Hilton Heat Transfer Service Unit H112 is a bench top unit designed to support and
instrument numerous optional heat transfer experiments designed to demonstrate one or more
fundamental methods of heat transfer.

The present list of optional units are:

Linear Heat Conduction H112A

Radial Heat Conduction H112B
Laws of Radiant Heat Transfer & Radiant Heat Exchange H112C
Combined Convection and Radiation H112D
Extended Surface Heat Transfer H112E
Radiation Errors in Temperature Measurement H112F
Unsteady State Heat Transfer H112G
Thermal Conductivity of Liquids and Gases H112H
Perfect gas Law Demonstration H112J
Marcet Boiler (Saturation Pressure-Temperature) H112M
Thermal Conductivity of Building Materials H112N
Free and Forced Convection from Flat, Pinned and
Finned Plates H112P
Thermoelectric Heat Pump H112Q
Closed Cycle Hot Air Engine H112R
Boiling Heat Transfer Unit H112S
Data Acquisition (Hardware Upgrade) HC113A

Console The console is fabricated in steel with an attractive scratch

resistant colour finish. The console contains the main power
input and the following components.

Power Supplies The console contains a variable voltage (0-240V at 2 Amps)

AC supply that is used to supply the optional heat transfer
experiments. This delivers power via an 8-pole socket on the
front panel.

The rear panel also has a power outlet point that will supply
up to 8A maximum at mains inlet voltage.

Both mains outlets are protected by the Main Switch 8A

miniature circuit breaker.

Instrumentation Thermocouples 12 Type K input sockets and one digital

display with integral up/down 12-way selector switch. The
indicator allows thermocouples to be connected in parallel
with the optional Computerised Data Acquisition Upgrade
HC112A. The optional heat transfer experiments each
contain the necessary number of type K thermocouples, leads
and plugs designed to fit the corresponding sockets.

Thermocouples T1 to T12 are connected using miniature

plugs/sockets and are suitable for temperatures in the range 0
to 999.9C with a resolution of 0.1C.
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Voltage
The variable AC voltage (0 to 240V) supplied to the optional
heat transfer experiment on test is available with a resolution
of 1.0V RMS.
An internal voltage transducer is fitted when HC113A
Computerised Data Acquisition Upgrade is included.

Current
The AC current drawn (0 to 2A) by the optional heat transfer
experiment on test is available with a resolution of 0.001A
RMS.
An internal current transducer is fitted when HC113A
Computerised Data Acquisition Upgrade is included.

All metallic components connected to a common earthing

Safety point.

A 30mA residual current circuit breaker disconnects the unit

from the mains power in the event of a current leakage to
earth.

The Main Switch is a combined double-pole switch and

overload circuit breaker.

The digital instruments are protected by a 500mA fuse

accessed from the front panel.

Dimensions Height 240mm

Width 320mm
Depth 390mm
Weight 5kg + 20kg with Transformer
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DESCRIPTION

Heat Transfer Service Unit H112

The Hilton Heat Transfer Service Unit H112 is a bench top unit designed to support and
instrument several optional heat transfer experiments designed to demonstrate one or more
fundamental methods of heat transfer.

The main switch is located on the front panel and allows the unit to be turned on and off as
required.

The main power inlet to the unit is via a socket on the rear of the unit.

The power outlet on the rear panel is used for supplying power to optional units with current loads
of up to 8 Amps maximum. This is limited and protected by the Main Switch circuit breaker.

The service unit supplies a variable AC voltage from an 8-pole socket on the front panel. This
outlet is used to vary heater power or light intensity on the attached optional unit. The voltage is
controlled manually using the voltage controller on the front panel.

Voltage is adjusted by turning the control knob clockwise to increase. The output voltage is
displayed by the LCD panel voltmeter positioned above the voltage controller.

The AC current drawn by the connected heater or lamp is displayed by the top LCD panel
ammeter, up to a maximum of 2 Amps. The heater loads never exceed 250W, just over 1A.

12 miniature thermocouple sockets allow connection of the optional unit for heat transfer
experiments. Up to 8 channels are usually utilised so spare channels are available.

The temperatures are selected for display by pressing the up-down arrows on the digital
temperature indicator.

The LED Temperature Indicator is calibrated for type K thermocouples, units are degrees Celsius.

Where HC112A Computerised Data Acquisition Upgrade has been supplied, the following
additional items are present: -
21-channel RS232 Data Logger.
Data Logger power cable emerging from the rear panel.
Signal leads emerge from the rear panel from voltage and current transducers.
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OPERATING PROCEDURE

Heat Transfer Service Unit H112

It is assumed that the INSTALLATION AND COMMISSIONING procedures have been
completed and that the Heat Transfer Service Unit H112 is connected to its power supply.

Detailed operation of the Heat Transfer Service Unit H112 with each of the optional units is
given in the manual dedicated to that particular unit.

Manual Title Unit Reference

Linear Heat Conduction H112A

Radial Heat Conduction H112B
Laws of Radiant Heat Transfer & Radiant Heat Exchange H112C
Combined Convection and Radiation H112D
Extended Surface Heat Transfer H112E
Radiation Errors in Temperature Measurement H112F
Unsteady State Heat Transfer H112G
Data Acquisition (Hardware Upgrade) HC113A
Data Acquisition (Software Upgrade) HC113B
Operation with Hilton Data Logging Software HC113B
Thermal Conductivity of Liquids and Gases H112H
Perfect gas Law Demonstration H112J
Marcet Boiler (Saturation Pressure-Temperature) H112M
Thermal Conductivity of Building Materials H112N
Free and Forced Convection from Flat, Pinned and
Finned Plates H112P
Thermoelectric Heat Pump H112Q
Closed Cycle Hot Air Engine H112R
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MAINTENANCE

Heat Transfer Service Unit H112

Residual Current Circuit Breaker

The residual current circuit breaker RCCB is located on the rear of the unit.

This will isolate the unit from the mains in the event that the incoming and outgoing currents differ
by more than 30mA, as in a leakage to earth situation.

The RCCB should be tested by a competent person at regular intervals as dictated by local safety
regulations.

Supply power to the unit. To test, press the button marked T or Test. RCCB should
immediately switch to the OFF condition.

Note that if no power is supplied to the unit the test button will not cause the RCCB to trip to the
off condition.

If the RCCB fails to trip under test the device may be faulty and requires repair / replacement by a
competent electrician.

Miniature Circuit Breaker

The Main Switch miniature circuit breaker is designed to switch off in the event of an overload
caused by a short circuit or short to earth.

If the circuit breaker should trip to the OFF position, the cause should be investigated by a
competent electrician.

Instrument Fuse

The 500mA fuse protects the three instruments in the event of an instrument circuit overload.

If the fuse should open-circuit, switch the Main Switch to the OFF position. The cause should be
investigated by a competent electrician.
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