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Ratek WBx000D Series Water Bath - User Manual 

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Safety Warnings 

 
Throughout this User Manual, specific warnings will be supplied which relate to the current operation being referred to. These warnings are supplied 
in addition to the main warning labels affixed to the product and the key points outlined in the section of this User Manual titled ‘Operator 
Responsibility – Safety Considerations’. 
 
A graphical symbol as pictured below will be used next to each warning with accompanying text, the danger level for each is described below : 
 

 

CAUTION 

Indicates a possibly dangerous situation which may result in serious injury or threat to life if the situation is not avoided. 

 

 

 

CAUTION

 

Indicates a possibly highly dangerous situation which may result in serious injury or threat to life if the situation is not avoided. 

 

 

 

CAUTION 

Indicates a possibly harmful situation which may result in injury or damage to product or property if the situation is not avoided. 

 
Safety Recommendations 

 

The following safety recommendations must be followed to prevent damage or injury. In addition to these safety recommendations, it is assumed 
that the user and operator have had experience in a commercial environment, and had appropriate training in how to perform their work safely 
in accordance with any local operational health and safety regulations. The operator and all users should be well versed in local emergency 
procedures as per the workplace safety regulations in effect. 

 
 

 

CAUTION 

If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the protection provided by the equipment may be 
impaired. 

 

 

 

 

CAUTION

 

The equipment must only be used with a protective earth power socket. The earth contact provides protection to the user and 
the equipment. If you do not have a protective earth power socket, or you are unsure as to whether you have a protective 
earth power socket, 

do not

 connect the equipment. In such cases you should consult your workplace administrator or electrical 

maintenance staff to determine if a protective earth power socket is available.  
 

A surge protected power outlet is strongly recommended as it provides some protection for the equipment in areas of 
poor electrical quality as well as providing some protection against lightning strikes. The equipment should be 
operated on a good, reliable supply of power at all times. 
 

Note: The water bath should not be operated on the same electrical circuit as other high voltage household appliances such as 
fridges, clothes dryers, washing machines or other continuous operation high voltage devices. These types of devices can 
create power fluctuations that are undesirable for electrically sensitive equipment. Consult your workplace administrator or 
electrical maintenance staff if you are unsure. 

 

 

 

CAUTION

 

The water bath is intended for use with tap water or filtered water 

only

. De-ionized or distilled water can cause corrosion. 

 
Use with any other medium including corrosive cleaners and anti-fungal agents is not permitted.  
 
The use of flammable liquids may cause serious injury or danger to life. 
 

 

 

Summary of Contents for WB 000D Series

Page 1: ...rsion 1 0 29 02 2016 English www ratek com au 60 Wadhurst Dve Boronia Victoria 3155 Australia P 613 9887 2161 F 613 9887 2163 E sales ratek com au All Rights Reserved Made in Australia User Manual pri...

Page 2: ...uct to ensure it has not been damaged in transit Any damage should be reported immediately to the responsible carrier If the product is damaged in any way re pack the product into the supplied packagi...

Page 3: ...eral Operation 4 OPERATOR RESPONSIBILITY SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS 4 Conditions of Operation 4 Safety Labels And Markings 5 OPERATING PROCEDURES 6 Identification of Controls Functions 6 Safety Warnings 7...

Page 4: ...e water bath is operated via a front panel interface consisting of heating temperature control buttons plus digital display and an on off switch located at the rear of the bath These controls allow th...

Page 5: ...s or questions relating to operator or user safety please contact the appropriate Ratek Service department before installing and operating the unit Contact details are provided in this User Manual Saf...

Page 6: ...ing a control or component of the water bath will be used to identify it The figure below indicates all key controls and components of the water bath with their corresponding numerical element labeled...

Page 7: ...place safety regulations in effect CAUTION If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer the protection provided by the equipment may be impaired CAUTION The equipment must on...

Page 8: ...emptying NEVER operate the equipment if you believe it is damaged in any way NEVER operate the water bath if the mains power supply cable is damaged in any way NEVER use any sharp or metal objects ne...

Page 9: ...into the water bath ALWAYS use plastic stainless steel or plastic powder coated tubes racks and accessories in the water bath This will assist to prevent corrosion and thus help to extend the useful l...

Page 10: ...ated to match the power requirement as identified on the product identification label on the rear panel A surge protected power outlet is strongly recommended as it provides some protection for the eq...

Page 11: ...if contact with the element is made Setting the Required Water Temperature The water heating control circuit will retain the last used temperature set point set on the control panel so for many appli...

Page 12: ...y glove when removing the lid as the lid may be hot enough to cause burns or other injury NEVER remove the lid with your face directly over the water bath Steam may be present and burns or injury coul...

Page 13: ...placed below the level of the water bath on a firm hard flat surface If emptying into a sink or drain ensure you have clear and unobstructed access to it If the bath is fitted with a drain tap models...

Page 14: ...ferring to the section in this User Manual labeled Filling The Water Tank and allow 1 minute for the bath to cool The water bath can now be re operated as per the section of this User Manual labeled S...

Page 15: ...mple substances that may compromise the integrity or function of electrical insulation electrical components stainless steel components or water seals Ratek and the manufacturer are consulted prior to...

Page 16: ...ous injury or risk to life Refer the equipment to an authorized service technician for repair Over Temperature Safety Cutout Test The over temperature safety cutout should be tested periodically to en...

Page 17: ...to the up position marked with a circle and refill the water tank with 1 000mL of cold water to cool the element by referring to the section in this User Manual labeled Filling The Water Tank This wil...

Page 18: ...to 2 000 Metres Temperature 5 Celsius to 40 Celsius Ambient temperature will limit the minimum achievable water temperature Maximum relative humidity 80 for temperatures up to 31 Celsius decreasing l...

Page 19: ...ng The Water Bath provides a simple to operate user interface when used in conjunction with this User Manual If at any stage you experience abnormal operation anything other than that described in thi...

Page 20: ...n approved repairer or Ratek Instruments at the discretion of Ratek Instruments The limit of liability shall extend to the repair of the product only all other compensation claims are excluded from th...

Page 21: ...he unit to ensure safety for the service technicians Pack the unit into it s original packaging with the supplied mains power lead and use all original protective inserts If the original packaging is...

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