012-02816C

1/95
Instruction Sheet $1.00
for the PASCO
Model SF-9582

12 VOLT AC/DC POWER SUPPLY

Introduction ➤NOTE: Both AC and DC output circuits are
protected with a thermally activated circuit breaker.
If at any time the power supply fails to come on, or if
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MODEL SF-9582 6 7 it shuts down during operation because of a current
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AC/DC POWER SUPPLY
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overload, press the RESET button on the front panel.
3 10 This will reset the circuit breaker. Of course, you
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11 OFF may have to reduce the voltage or increase the resis-
VOLTAGE ADJUST tance of the load in order to resume operation.
DC OUTPUT AC OUTPUT

6 AMPS MAX RESET 6 AMPS MAX CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN

The PASCO scientific Model SF-9582 12 Volt AC/DC

Power Supply provides AC and DC power in 1 volt incre- CAUTION:
ments, from 1 to 12 volts, at up to 6 amps. Since the AC TO PREVENT THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO
NOT REMOVE COVER ON UNIT. NO USER SERVICE-
and DC power are delivered on separate output connec- ABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALI-
tors, they can be utilized simultaneously. Both outputs FIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
are unregulated, and protected from current overload by a
thermal circuit breaker. The DC output is full-wave recti-
fied, but unfiltered.
The lightning flash with arrowhead, within
an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert
To Use the Power Supply: the user of the presence of uninsulated
➀ Plug the power cord into a well-grounded 107-128 “dangerous voltage” within the product’s
enclosure that may be of sufficient magni-
VAC, 60 Hz or 198-242 VAC, 50 Hz outlet. (See la- tude to constitute a risk of electric shock to
bel on rear of unit). persons.

➁ Connect the appropriate output lines of the power sup-

ply to the circuit. (Connecting wires are not pro-
vided.) The exclamation point within an equi-
lateral triangle is intended to alert the
➂ Set the VOLTAGE ADJUST knob to 1 volt. user of the presence of important oper-
ating and maintenance (servicing) in-
➃ Flip the ON/OFF switch on the power supply to ON. structions in the literature accompany-
The switch will light to show that the power supply is on. ing the appliance.
➄ Set the VOLTAGE ADJUST knob to the desired volt-
age setting (AC values are in RMS units).
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This instruction sheet edited by: Dave Griffith

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Specifications Equipment Return

AC: 1 to 12 volts (RMS), unregulated, selectable in 1 volt
increments; current up to 6 amps.
DC: 1 to 12 volts, unregulated, unfiltered, (full wave rec-
tified), selectable in 1 volt increments; current up to 6
amps.
AC and DC outputs are available simultaneously, and
both are protected from current overload by a common 6
amp thermally activated circuit breaker.
Total maximum output current is limited to 6 amps.
Should this product have to be returned to PASCO scien-
tific, for whatever reason, notify PASCO scientific by let-
ter or phone BEFORE returning the product. Upon noti-
fication, the return authorization and shipping instructions
will be promptly issued (see reverse side for packing
instructions).
➤NOTE: NO EQUIPMENT WILL BE
ACCEPTED FOR RETURN WITHOUT AN
AUTHORIZATION.

➤Caution: AC and DC outputs are not indepen-
dently floating. Cross-connection could result in
internal damage
Other PASCO Power Supplies
PASCO scientific offers a variety of rugged, reliable
power supplies. From low-voltage, fixed-output supplies
to a 6 KV DC supply, all PASCO power supplies are easy
to use, ruggedly built, and short circuit protected for long
life in the student lab. For information, check our catalog
or call toll-free 1-800-772-8700.
Parts List*:
When returning equipment for repair, the units must be
packed properly. Carriers will not accept responsibility
for damage caused by improper packing. To be certain
the unit will not be damaged in shipment, observe the fol-
lowing rules:
➀ The carton must be strong enough for the item shipped.
➁ Make certain there are at least two inches of packing
material between any point on the apparatus and the
inside of the carton.
➂ Make certain that the packing material cannot shift in
the carton, or become compressed, thus letting the in-
strument come in contact with the edge of the carton.

Limited Warranty
➤Caution: If repairs are needed, they should be
performed only by experienced personnel. PASCO scientific warrants this product to be free from
defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one
year from the date of shipment to the customer. PASCO
REFERENCE PART will repair or replace, at its option, any part of the product
which is deemed to be defective in material or workman-
MDA 3502 D1 ship. This warranty does not cover damage to the product
4 AMP SLOW F1 caused by abuse or improper use. Determination of
whether a product failure is the result of a manufacturing
THERM FUSE F2 defect or improper use by the customer shall be made
TERMINAL Power solely by PASCO scientific. Responsibility for the return
of equipment for warranty repair belongs to the customer.
100R R1 Equipment must be properly packed to prevent damage
and shipped postage or freight prepaid. (Damage caused
R100 R2
by improper packing of the equipment for return ship-
NT 15050 T1 ment will not be covered by the warranty.) Shipping
* costs for returning the equipment after repair will be paid
When ordering parts, be sure to indicate the product num-
by PASCO scientific.
ber (SF-9582), the part number, and the part description

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Technical Support
Feed-Back
If you have any comments about this product or this
manual please let us know. If you have any suggestions
on alternate experiments or find a problem in the manual
please tell us. PASCO appreciates any customer feed-
back. Your input helps us evaluate and improve our prod-
uct.
To Reach PASCO
For Technical Support call us at 1-800-772-8700 (toll-
free within the U.S.) or (916) 786-3800.
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Contacting Technical Support
Before you call the PASCO Technical Support staff it
would be helpful to prepare the following information:
• If your problem is computer/software related, note:
Title and Revision Date of software.
Type of Computer (Make, Model, Speed).
Type of external Cables/Peripherals.
• If your problem is with the PASCO apparatus, note:
Title and Model number (usually listed on the label).
Approximate age of apparatus.
A detailed description of the problem/sequence of
events. (In case you can't call PASCO right away, you
won't lose valuable data.)
If possible, have the apparatus within reach when call-
ing. This makes descriptions of individual parts much
easier.
• If your problem relates to the instruction manual, note:
Part number and Revision (listed by month and year on
the front cover).
Have the manual at hand to discuss your questions.