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Please take your time to read this Instruction book in order to understand the 
safe and correct use of your new Electrothermal product. 
 
It  is recommended  the  Responsible  Body  for  use  of  this equipment  reads  this 
Instruction book and ensures the user(s) are suitably trained in its operation. 

 
 

CONTENTS 

 

 

 

Section 1 

Introduction 

Page 3 

 

 

 

Section 2 

Symbols and using this Instruction book 

Page 4 

 

 

 

Section 3  

Safety Information. 

Page 5 

 

 

 

Section 4 

Unpacking and contents 

Page 7 

 

 

 

Section 5 

Installation 

Page 8 

 

 

 

Section 6 

Environmental Protection. 

Page 9 

 

 

 

Section 7 

Product Operation. 

Page 10 

 

 

 

Section 8 

Technical Specification. 

Page 12 

 

 

 

Section 9 

Maintenance 

Page 13 

 

 

 

Section 10 

Customer Support 

Page 15 

 

 

 

Section 11 

Spares and Accessories 

Page 17 

 

 

 

Section 12 

Notes 

Page 18 

 

 

 

Section 13  

EC declaration of Conformity 

Page 20 

 

 

 

Appendix A 

Decontamination Certificate. 

Page 16 

 
 

©

 The copyright of this Instruction book is the property of Electrothermal. This instruction book is supplied 

by Electrothermal  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  part  for  any  purpose  except  as 
authorised  in  writing  by  Electrothermal  .  Electrothermal    reserve  the  right  to  alter,  change  or  modify  this 
instruction  book with out prior notification.  

 

In the interest of continued development Electrothermal 

 

reserve the right to alter or modify 

the design and /or assembly process of their products without prior notification. 

 

This product is manufactured in Great Britian by Electrothermal Engineering Limited. Part of the 
Bibby Scientific Group of companies. Registered address. 

 

Electrothermal . 
Electrothermal House. 
Unit12A, Purdeys Way. 
Purdeys Industrial Estate. 
Rochford, 
Essex.  SS4 1ND 
Great Britain. 
Tel +44(0)1702 303350 
Fax+44(0)1702 468731 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Summary of Contents for MH8516

Page 1: ...Page 1 of 20 M8015 issue 2 1 PARAFFIN SECTION MOUNTING BATH MH8516 MH8516 x1 MH8516 x6 INSTRUCTION BOOK ...

Page 2: ...mity Page 20 Appendix A Decontamination Certificate Page 16 The copyright of this Instruction book is the property of Electrothermal This instruction book is supplied by Electrothermal 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 part for any purpose except as authorised in writing by...

Page 3: ...emperatures A thermal fuse is fitted as in integral part of the heater mat in order to protect against any over temperature conditions With a PTFE black interior and stove enamaled white alluminium exterior your Electrothermal Paraffin section bath is vertually maintanance free and extremly easy to clean This product is supplied with an IEC moulded cord and lead set for ease of operation and the I...

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 1 For future reference please record your products Serial and Model Number Serial Number Model Number ...

Page 8: ... 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 unit and those of any accompanying elect...

Page 9: ...ct your distributor supplier for further information For end users outside of the EU consult applicable regulations 6 4 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 Electrotherma...

Page 10: ...cceptable 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 of 7 to 9 will void the manufacture warranty If you have any que...

Page 11: ...ondition occurs the bath 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 fuse will reset itself and operation may commence 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 hot distilled water o...

Page 12: ...t 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 Element Silicone Rubber Mat...

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: ...fore 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 unit be used again The above procedure is intended as a guide Should spillage occur with a toxic or hazardou...

Page 15: ...el 44 0 1702 303350 Fax 44 0 1702 468731 Email General enquiries info electrothermal com Orders orders electrothermal com Help with existing products help electrothermal com and electrothermalhelp bibby scientific com www electrothermal com For the America s and Canada contact Techne Incorporated 3 Terri Lane Suite 10 Burlington NJ 08016 USA Toll free 800 225 9243Tel 609 589 2560 Fax 609 589 2571 ...

Page 16: ...estions by deleting 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...

Page 17: ...V 115V Qty Neon Clear AZS4329 CRM5619 1 Neon Amber AZS4330 CRM5620 1 Energy Regulator AZ9127 AZ9128 1 Control Knob 124721 124721 1 Fuse AZ9039 F1 25A AZ9007 F5A 10 Plug and lead set UK CRM6902 1 Plug and lead set Europe CRM6332 1 Plug and lead set USA CRM6288 1 ...

Page 18: ...Page 18 of 20 M8015 issue 2 1 12 NOTES ...

Page 19: ...Page 19 of 20 M8015 issue 2 1 ...

Page 20: ...t12A Purdeys Way Purdeys Industrial Estate Rochford Essex SS4 1ND Great Britain Tel 44 0 1702 303350 Fax 44 0 1702 468731 Email General enquiries info electrothermal com Orders orders electrothermal com Help with existing products help electrothermal com and electrothermalhelp bibby scientific com www electrothermal com For the America s and Canada contact Techne Incorporated 3 Terri Lane Suite 10...

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