Electrothermal MH8517, Instruction Book

Page 1: ...Page 1 of 20 M6847 issue 1 1 PARAFFIN SECTION FLOTATION BATH MH8517 MH8517 x1 INSTRUCTION BOOK ...

Page 2: ... Section 13 EC declaration of Conformity Page 20 Appendix A Decontamination Certificate Page 16 The copyright of this instruction book is the property of Bibby Scientific Limited This instruction book is supplied by Bibby Scientific Limited on the express understanding that it is to be used solely for the purpose for which it is supplied It may not be copied used or disclosed to others in whole or...

Page 3: ... with thermocouple sensor feedback designed to supply power to a silicon rubber mat heater in order to maintain accurate water temperatures A self resetting over temperature cut out device is fitted as an integral part of the heater mat in order to protect against any over temperature conditions This product is supplied with an IEC moulded cord and lead set for ease of operation and the IEC socket...

Page 4: ...r people To prevent injury or equipment damage it is the manufacturer s recommendation that all persons using this equipment are suitably trained before use 2 2 Symbols defined Caution risk of danger See note or adjacent symbol Protective conductor terminal to be earthed Do not loosen or disconnect Caution risk of electric shock Recyclable Packing Material Do not dispose of product in normal domes...

Page 5: ...o earth ground Ensure the mains supply voltage is correctly earthed grounded in accordance with current area legislation 3 2 General Safe Operating Practice Always follow good laboratory practice when using this equipment Give due recognition to your company s safety and legislative health safety procedures and all associated legislation applicable to your areas of operation Only use this equipmen...

Page 6: ...not spark flame or explosion proof and has not been designed for use in hazardous areas in terms of BSEN 60079 14 1997 Keep flammable low flash point substances away from the apparatus Do not operate or handle any part of the product with wet hands ...

Page 7: ...Contents Item Description Qty 1 Paraffin Section Mounting Bath 1 2 Instruction book this document 1 3 Mains lead and moulded IEC plug set Illustration may be different to lead set supplied depending on country of use A R For future reference please record your products Serial and Model Number Serial Number Model Number ...

Page 8: ...grounded mains socket outlet The mains supply is to be earthed grounded in accordance with current legislation 5 3 Ensure only the correct rated mains input fuses are fitted Where applicable ensure the correct Mains cord and moulded IEC plug and lead set fuse if fitted See Technical Specification Section 8 of this Instructions book 5 4 Check the voltage on the product data label on this product un...

Page 9: ... This product should only be dismantled for recycling by an authorised recycling company This product and accessories must be accompanied by a completed Decontamination Certificate prior to any disposal Copies of the Certificate are available from your distributor of Bibby Scientific products or you may copy and enlarge from Appendix A of this instruction book Bibby Scientific s Electrothermal bra...

Page 10: ...his equipment fill the unit with sterilized distilled water The acceptable resistivity range is 50K to 1 Megohms conductivity 1 to 20 micro Siemens The acceptable pH range is 7 to 9 Caution Using chlorinated tap water or additives that contain chorine will void the manufacture warranty Similary high purity deionized water that does not fall within a restivity range of 50K to 1 Megohms and pH range...

Page 11: ...perature condition occurs the bath heater mat will turn off Disconnect from the mains electricity supply and check there is sufficient distilled water in the bath When the unit has cooled down the thermal cut out will reset and operation may recommence If a lack of distilled water isn t the reason for the over temperature fault condition refer to section 10 Customer support Take care not to get ho...

Page 12: ... IEC plug and Lead set supply cord H05 V V F Replace only with equivalent cable Mains Power Lead set USA 3 core earthed ground 2 meters long Moulded IEC plug and Lead set supply cord SJT VW 1 Replace only with equivalent cable Lead set plug fuse UK only 13A BS1362 Product Fuse Rating 230V F1 25A IEC127 Quick Blow Fuse 20mm x 5mm Glass 115V F5A IEC127 Quick Blow Fuse 20mm x 5mm Glass Heating Elemen...

Page 13: ...rd Maintenance for the unit should include Periodic electrical safety testing an annual test is recommended as the minimum requirement Regular inspection for damage with particular attention to the mains lead and plug Routine cleaning of the equipment should be undertaken using a clean cloth Hot water may be used to remove any solidified wax Allow the equipment to dry thoroughly before reconnectin...

Page 14: ...uld only be undertaken under the control of the Responsible Body with due recognition of possible hazards Before using any cleaning or decontamination method the Responsible Body should check with the manufacturer the proposed method will not damage the equipment Prior to further use the Responsible Body shall check the electrical safety of the unit Only if all safety requirements are met can the ...

Page 15: ...eleting YES NO as applicable and by providing details in section 2 below A Blood body fluids Pathological specimens YES NO Provide details if YES B Biodegradable material that could become a hazard YES NO Provide details if YES C Other biohazard YES NO Provide details if YES D Chemical or substances hazardous to health YES NO Provide details if YES E Radioactive substances State name s and quantit...

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Page 19: ...ing the details below UK Office Keison Products P O Box 2124 Chelmsford Essex CM1 3UP England Tel 44 0 1245 600560 Fax 44 0 1245 808399 Email sales keison co uk Please note Product designs and specifications are subject to change without notice The user is responsible for determining the suitability of this product ...