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tom harvell
February 17, 2025
machine keeps poping ground fault plug 20 amp works fine on standard outlet
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Mr. Anderson
May 14, 2025
The Richmar HydraTherm machine could keep tripping the ground fault plug due to a faulty heat pump or issues with the protective earth connection. The safety class B rating indicates the device is designed to protect against electric shock, so a problem with internal components such as the heat pump or wiring could trigger the ground fault protection.
Device Descriptions ...................15 Parts and Accessories ..................17 Appendix A - EMC Tables ................18 INTENDED USE: The HydraTherm Unit is intended for use in treatment facilities and rehabilitation clinics to heat hot packs for the purpose of moist heat therapeutic treatment.
WARRANTY Congratulations on the purchase of your To obtain Service from Richmar or the Richmar HydraTherm selling dealer under this warranty: Richmar warrants that your HydraTherm A claim must be made within is free of defects in material and the warranty period to Richmar workmanship.
FOREWARD This manual is written to ensure the proper prior to operating the unit. and safe operation of the HydraTherm Specifications and instructions put forth Heating Unit. It contains general information in this manual are in effect at the time of regarding replacement parts, operation, publication;...
• 7.5 lb (3.4 kg). Temperature readings from external thermometers may differ from the • DO NOT sit on the HydraTherm or the displayed temperature based on HydraTherm Shelf. location of temperature reading, and • DO NOT add chlorine additive to water.
• The water temperature in the • Individuals with circulatory problems HydraTherm Heating Unit is adjustable should consult with a physician from 120°F (49°C) to 160°F (71°C). before receiving moist heat therapy. NOTE: The scalding temperature of water is 120°F (49°C).
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Drain Valve and Removable (Deluxe Model Only) Filter (Deluxe Model) HydraTherm Heating Units come standard NOTE: The front rail of the first divider is thin with the Divider System as shown below in compared to the other dividers and should Figure 1.
RECOMMENDED PACK SETUP When purchasing HydraTherm Heating The recommendation for setup of clip-on Units, customers have the option of shelves and pack placement is illustrated including 12 HydraHeat Packs with their below (Fig. 2). purchase. This includes three of each size: When retrieving a HydraHeat Pack, it is universal, cervical, standard and oversize.
INSTALLATION The HydraTherm Heating Unit is designed WARNING to be simple and easy to use. DO NOT attempt to use the unit if it is not Remove all of the contents inside the properly grounded. HydraTherm Heating Unit and then place CAUTION the racks into the unit.
DEVICE USER INTERFACE HydraTherm is equipped with a digital To enter Temperature Set Mode: thermostat and Temperature Display, along • Press “SET” key on control panel, with a Low Water Sensor. When the Low “HSP” will then be displayed. Water Sensor senses low water, the Low...
Quarantine the Unit. Contact Richmar Technical Service. Figure 7. Shorted Temperature Sensor MAINTENANCE WARNING The HydraTherm Heating Unit is equipped with an immersion type heating element Council Directive 2002/96/EC concerning and a Digital Thermostat Controller to Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment maintain the water temperature.
Heating Unit. It is the valve. the manufacturers recommendation to use the HydraTherm Heating Unit with clean DRAIN HEAT water and using the manufacturer supplied Valve OPEN...
Indication Lamp and Thermostat Controller cups may be needed. Digital Thermostat Display: If NO or LOW WATER Controller display Was HydraTherm filled indication is still illuminated, illuminates. with Distilled water? proceed to Solution #2. Possible dirty and/ Clean the temperature...
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UNPLUG DEVICE LET WATER COOL DOWN REMOVE PACKS DRAIN UNIT ISOLATE UNIT CONTACT RICHMAR SERVICE DEPARTMENT *NOTE: Temperature readings from external thermometers may differ from the Controller’s displayed temperature based on location of temperature reading, and type of thermometer used.
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Pump faulty Replace Pump / DRAIN Switch in “DRAIN” position. Filter Clogged Remove filter, clean and replace If in any case the suggested Troubleshooting Solutions do not remedy the problem(s) you are experiencing, contact Richmar Technical Support for additional information.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS Supply Voltage 110/120VAC Line Frequency 50/60 Hz Power Consumption 115-120VAC Models 1000 Watt Adjustable Temperature Range 120°F (49°C) - 160°F (71°C) +/- 5°F (+/- 3°C) Safety Thermal Control Accuracy 185°F +/- 5°F (79°C +/- 3°C) Weight (Dry) Standard Model 70 lbs (31.75 Kg) Deluxe Model...
Heat Pack Rack System (Optional) 1 set of 5 HT-R12-DIVS Shelf Clip HP-1711-ST HydraHeat Standard Heat Pack HP-1711-CX HydraHeat Cervical Heat Pack HP-1713-OS HydraHeat Oversize Heat Pack HP-1905-UN HydraHeat Universal Heat Pack * HydraTherm Heating Units can have up to two (2) shelves attached.
GUIDANCE AND MANUFACTURER’S DECLARATION – ELECTROMAGNETIC EMISSIONS The HydraTherm Composite Heating Unit is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or the user of the HydraTherm Composite Heating Unit should assure that it is used in such an environment.
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GUIDANCE AND MANUFACTURER’S DECLARATION – ELECTROMAGNETIC IMMUNITY TheHydraTherm Composite Heating Unit is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or the user of the HydraTherm Composite Heating Unit should assure that it is used in such an environment. Immunity test...
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To assess the electromagnetic environment due to fixed RF transmitters, an electromagnetic site survey should be considered. If the measured field strength in the location in which the HydraTherm Composite Heating Unit is used exceeds the applicable RF compliance level above, the HydraTherm Composite Heating Unit should be observed to verify normal operation.
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MOBILE RF COMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT AND THE HYDRATHERM COMPOSITE HEATING UNIT The HydraTherm Composite Heating Unit is intended for use in an electromagnetic environment in which radiated RF disturbances are controlled. The customer or the user of the HydraTherm Composite Heating Unit can help prevent electromagnetic...
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machine keeps poping ground fault plug 20 amp works fine on standard outlet
The Richmar HydraTherm machine could keep tripping the ground fault plug due to a faulty heat pump or issues with the protective earth connection. The safety class B rating indicates the device is designed to protect against electric shock, so a problem with internal components such as the heat pump or wiring could trigger the ground fault protection.
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