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Ratek TH7000 Digital Immersion Heater Circulator - User Manual 

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Thank you 

Thank you for purchasing a Ratek product. 
 
This User Manual will assist you in the correct installation and operation of the Digital Immersion Heater Circulator, as well as explain 
the safety requirements for its use. 
 

Important: Please read the contents of this User Manual before unpacking and operating the product.

 

 

Unpacking and Checking 

Once you have read these instructions in full and understand the installation and safety requirements including those for unpacking the 
carton, please carefully open the packing and slowly remove the product. Carefully inspect the condition of the product 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 packaging and notify the responsible carrier immediately.  
 

Important: Do not operate the equipment if it has been damaged in any way. Any failures resulting through the use of a 
damaged product will not be covered by the product warranty. 

 

Carton Contents 

Ensure that you have received all items outlined below before proceeding. If you have not received all components in the supplied 
carton, please re-pack the carton and notify a Ratek Service representative immediately. Contact details are provided in the section of 
this User Manual titled “Ratek Service Contact Information” 

 

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TH7000 Ratek Immersion Heater Circulator 

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User Manual 

 

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Страница 1: ...www ratek com au www ratek com au www ratek com au 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 printed in Australia Changes without prior notification reserved Errors and omissions excepted User Manual TH7000 Digital Immersion Heater Circulator ...

Страница 2: ...t the condition of the product 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 packaging and notify the responsible carrier immediately Important Do not operate the equipment if it has been damaged in any way Any failures resulting through the use of a damage...

Страница 3: ...nctions 7 Recommended Liquids 8 Safety Warnings 8 Safety Recommendations 8 Preparation Installation 10 Unpacking and Installing 10 Filling The Water Bath 11 Adjusting the Mounting Clamp 12 Switching On The Immersion Heater Circulator 13 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 14 Setting the Over Temperature Alarm 14 Loading Un Loading the Water Bath 15 Switching Off The Immersion Heater Circulator 15 Over Temperat...

Страница 4: ...for use in a clean laboratory environment only where adequate ventilation a good power supply and provisions for routine cleaning are available The Immersion Heater Circulator should not be used outdoors or in dirty dusty steamy humid or windy environments The acceptable operating conditions are outlined further in this User Manual General Operation The Immersion Heater Circulator is mounted onto ...

Страница 5: ...he equipment before using the product Plug the equipment directly into a wall power outlet Do not plug the equipment into a multi socket adapter of any kind The equipment is intended for operation in a controlled electromagnetic environment Avoid the use of transmitting devices e g cellular or mobile telephones near the equipment whilst operating A minimum distance of 2 Metres from the product is ...

Страница 6: ...rcumstances Colours Black on a yellow background The Immersion Heater Circulator uses a very high temperature heating element which can cause burns if contact with the element surface is made during operation Under no circumstances should the heating element be touched whilst in operation This label is fitted by the manufacturer and must not be removed under any circumstances Colours Black on a ye...

Страница 7: ...lowing operating procedures before installing or operating the Immersion Heater Circulator in order to achieve the best performance and maximum attainable user safety Identification of Controls Functions The figure below indicates all key controls and components of the Immersion Heater Circulator with their corresponding numerical element labeled Figure 1 ...

Страница 8: ...d 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 w...

Страница 9: ...f the Immersion Heater Circulator to avoid spillage of dangerously hot water At no point should the user operator animal or any other perishable object be situated directly beneath the Immersion Heater Circulator or water bath ALWAYS wear protective eyewear when working with hot liquids ALWAYS place the water bath on a strong even dry flat waterproof surface which is made of inflammable material P...

Страница 10: ...h to allow for adequate ventilation and for steam to dissipate Ensure that there is a suitable mains power supply outlet within reach of the supplied mains power lead without placing any strain whatsoever on the lead socket or plug The Immersion Heater Circulator should not be plugged into any double adapter power board or power point splitter of any kind but instead directly into a correctly eart...

Страница 11: ...the product warranty Contact the supplier of your Immersion Heater Circulator before filling the water bath if you are unsure of your water supply CAUTION Before filling the water bath ensure the mains power supply outlet is switched off and that the mains lead to the Immersion Heater Circulator is unplugged from the mains power supply outlet The nature of pouring water is unpredictable and should...

Страница 12: ... 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 The mains power ...

Страница 13: ... you wish to operate the bath at If you wish to heat your containers from ambient temperature you should load the bath prior to switching on the unit See the section titled Loading the Water Bath below If you wish to add your containers to warm or hot water this should be done with extreme care once the temperature of the water bath has stabilized Once you are ready to begin heating the water swit...

Страница 14: ...mperature is now displayed To adjust the set temperature press or to increase or decrease the desired temperature accordingly Once finished press to return to normal operating mode The current temperature will be displayed If the set temperature is greater than the current water temperature the Heating Element Indicator will light up and either flash to indicate intermittent heating or remain lit ...

Страница 15: ...not use explosive or volatile containers with this Immersion Heater Circulator Ensure all containers remain tightly sealed at all times whilst loading and unloading the water bath Only use containers suitable for the water temperature selected When loading use appropriate tools such as silicon insulated tongs to slowly place the required rack container or accessory into the bath Ensure the item wi...

Страница 16: ...tes Refill the water bath by referring to the section in this User Manual labeled Filling The Water Bath On the bottom panel at the rear of the Immersion Heater Circulator the Over temperature reset button should be pressed in gently until it remains in place A small click sound should be heard The Immersion Heater Circulator is now ready to be re operated as per the section of this User Manual la...

Страница 17: ... biological substances it should be decontaminated prior to cleaning Decontaminate the Immersion Heater Circulator using a decontamination procedure appropriate to the contaminant however in all cases ensure the following No decontamination or cleaning agents are used which could cause a hazardous situation to arise as a result of a reaction with parts of the Immersion Heater Circulator or with an...

Страница 18: ...witches are fitted firmly and are in good condition If any are found to be loose or in poor condition have an authorized service technician repair the unit before operating it CAUTION If any controls or switches are found to be loose or in poor condition do not operate the equipment Loose or damaged electrical controls and connections create a hazardous situation sufficient to cause serious injury...

Страница 19: ...over temperature cutout has failed to operate or any part of the heating element has begun to glow the test has failed and the Immersion Heater Circulator should be turned off immediately to prevent damage to the Immersion Heater Circulator Depending on the quality of the water being used an unpleasant smell may also be noticed as a result of the impurities in the water becoming hot This is normal...

Страница 20: ...Celsius to 40 Celsius Ambient temperature will limit the minimum achievable water temperature Maximum relative humidity 80 for temperatures up to 31 Celsius decreasing linearly to 50 relative humidity at 40 Celsius MAINS supply voltage fluctuations up to 10 of the nominal voltage Over voltage Category II Pollution Degree 2 Disposal At end of life this equipment should be disposed of in an environm...

Страница 21: ...he contact details provided in the section of this User Manual titled Ratek Service Contact Information if you believe your equipment is exhibiting a fault condition Warranty Conditions This Ratek product is covered by a 3 year parts and 12 months labour return to base warranty effective from the date of purchase The product is manufactured in Melbourne Australia The warranty is offered by Ratek I...

Страница 22: ...er the Warranty you must present the product together with proof of purchase or issue to the store where you purchased the product from If the product is defective and does meet the Warranty you will be provided with a replacement product or where that is not possible a refund Ratek Instruments will pay your reasonable direct expenses of claiming under this Warranty You may submit details and proo...

Страница 23: ...gital Immersion Heater Circulator User Manual Page 23 of 23 Provide a full and complete fault description and your return contact details in the package and return the product as advised by the service representative ...

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