Isotemp Economy Water Bath
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Fisher Scientific
Section 1
Introduction
Congratulations on the purchase of your new Fisher Scientific Isotemp
Economy Water Bath.
Isotemp Water Baths offer the versatility needed to handle virtually any
clinical laboratory procedure - incubation, inactivation, agglutination - as
well as most serological, pharmaceutical, biomedical, and industrial
procedures.
These water baths are available with chamber capacities of 2, 5, 10, 20,
and 28 liters. The 2 liter unit is available configured with either a standard
or shallow chamber. Also, a dual chamber unit is available with 5 and 10
liter chambers, with independent controls for each. All units are available
in either 120 or 230 volt models.
The baths work equally well with water or bath oil as the medium. Most
models offer the same temperature ranges: ambient to 75°C without the
supplied cover, and ambient to 100°C with the cover in place. The
temperature range for Model 102 extends from ambient to 85°C without
the cover, while the range for Model 102S is from ambient to 70°C.
Bath temperatures are controlled by a hydraulic thermostat for reliable,
trouble-free operation. Dual thermostats - one controlling the set point
temperature and the other operating as a temperature limiting - reduce the
possibility of overheating. Although not designed to operate dry, the bath
will not be damaged if it is allowed to run dry.
An energy-saving removable cover helps to reduce evaporation while
helping to maintain a uniform, constant temperature. The cover also
allows the water bath to reach higher temperatures. The hinged, see-
through gable cover features unique “fins” that keep hands away from hot
vapors for easier, safer opening. The cover stays open at the 90° position
or, because of its quick-attach hinge, can be lifted off completely to
accommodate large glassware.
All controls are conveniently located on the front panel for easy access.
The water bath features corrosion resistant construction throughout to
withstand the rigors of daily lab use. A plastic rim remains cool to the
touch even when operating the bath at maximum temperature.