Ratek WBx000D Series Water Bath - User Manual
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CAUTION
Temperatures above 50 degrees are sufficient to cause steam and are also capable of causing burns or scalding. Exercise
extreme care paying particular attention to steam and splashing of water when the water bath is operating at these high
temperatures, particularly whilst loading and unloading, containers, racks or accessories. ALWAYS use appropriate tools (such
as silicon insulated tongs) to lower such containers into the water to avoid your hands coming into contact with hot water.
Loading/Un-Loading the Water Bath
CAUTION
NEVER load items into the water bath if the mesh platform is not fitted. The mesh platform must be fitted during operation.
ALWAYS load items ONLY onto the mesh platform.
NEVER touch the bottom of the water tank whilst the water bath is heating as serious burns and scalding could result.
ALWAYS use appropriate tools (such as silicon insulated tongs) to load and unload items from the water to avoid your hands
coming into contact with hot water or the heating element.
CAUTION
If using the bath with a lid, be careful when lifting the lid as steam may be present.
ALWAYS remove the lid at arm’s length with your face away from the water bath.
ALWAYS use a safety 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 could result.
CAUTION
Be careful when working with hot items removed from the water bath as burns or scalding may occur if contact occurs.
Always wear eye protection when loading or unloading items from a hot water bath.
Do not use explosive or volatile containers with this water bath.
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.
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When loading, use appropriate tools (such as silicon insulated tongs) to slowly place the required rack, container or
accessory onto the mesh platform. Ensure the item will not tip over and will not float. If containers will not stand securely
on the mesh platform or will float, a suitable rack, tray or weight should be used which will prevent the container from
floating or tipping over.
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When unloading, use appropriate tools (such as silicon insulated tongs) to slowly remove the items and place them onto a
water-proof and heat-proof surface.
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Continue to load or unload your containers, racks or accessories until complete.
Switching Off The Water Heating
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Ensure your hands are dry before touching any switches.
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Switch the On/Off mains power switch (element 6 in Figure 1) up to the position marked with a circle.
