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Installation and Startup
Your Water Bath is designed to be simple to setup and install. All that is
required is a container for adding water or another suitable fluid to the
bath reservoir.
General Site Requirements
Locate your Water Bath on a level surface in an area that is free from
drafts and wide ambient temperature variations, such as near heater or
air conditioning vents. Do not place it where there are corrosive fumes,
excessive moisture, or in excessively dusty areas.
Avoid voltage drops by using properly grounded power outlets wired with
14 gauge or larger diameter wire and, if possible, be close to the power
distribution panel. the use of extension cords is not recommended; this
will reduce the potential for problems caused by low line voltage.
Adding Liquid to the Bath Reservoir
Fill bath so that the liquid level is approximately one inch (2.54 cm) from
top when samples are placed in the bath.
To ensure accurate reading of temperature, the fluid level should not be
less than 2 inches (5.08 cm) from the bottom of the unit. Operation of the
bath without fluid will not damage the heater, but will cause permanent
discoloration of the tank and will not provide accurate temperature
information.
Distilled water is preferred for temperatures from 10° to 90°C (50° to
194°F). A variety of fluids can be used with the bath depending on the
application. The fluid must be compatible with 300 series stainless
steel. See Technical Information, Reservoir Fluids (page 18) for a list of
compatible fluids.
If using water, a few drops of polyclean Algaecide (part number 004-
300040) should be used to help prevent algae formation.
WARNING
: Read the safety data sheet for the bath fluid
being used carefully before filling reservoir.
WARNING
: See
Technical Information, Reservoir Fluids
(page 18) for a list of compatible liquids.
WARNING
: If the proper fluid level is not maintained, the unit
could possible by damaged (fluid level too low) or the bath
may overflow (fluid level too high).
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CAUTION
: Fumes from acidic solutions may cause corrosion
of the stainless steel reservoir. Care should be taken to
maintain a neutral pH at all times.
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