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4 Getting Started Chapter 1Ceramic InsulatorThe Ceramic Insulator is normally preinstalled at the factory. To install or replace theCeramic Insulator, place the Ceramic Insulator on top of the heating block sliding it downover the two pins as depicted in Figure 5. Replace the lid when finished.Figure 5. Placing the Ceramic Insulator on top of the metal heating block. Two metal pins,located on top of the oven, secure self-alignment of the assembly.The Ceramic Insulator is designed to (1) reduce heat losses from the metal oven intoambient and (2) guide the capillary tubes into the metal heating block, reducing thechances of capillary breakage inside the oven.Warning!Do not operate your OptiMelt without its metal lid in place.OptiMelt Automated Melting Point System