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PARAFFIN SECTION FLOTATION BATH MH8517 MH8517/x1 INSTRUCTION BOOK Page 1 of 20 M6847 issue 1.1...
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Please take your time to read this Instructions book in order to understand the safe and correct use of your new Bibby Scientific product. It is recommended that the Responsible Body for use of this equipment reads this Instruction book and ensures the user(s) are suitably trained in its operation.
1. INTRODUCTION. The MH8517 Paraffin section mounting bath is designed for use as a heated, distilled water floating out bath for the manipulation and location of paraffin wax sections onto glass slides. The black PTFE coated interior gives a high contrast background for locating specimens.
2. SYMBOLS AND USING THIS INSTRUCTION BOOK 2.1. Throughout this Instruction book the following symbols are shown to identify conditions which pose a hazard to the user, or to identify actions that should be observed. These symbols are also shown on the product, or its packaging. When a symbol is shown next to a paragraph or statement it is recommended the user takes particular note of that instruction in order to prevent damage to the equipment or to prevent injury to one’s self or other people.
SAFETY INFORMATION. This product has been designed for safe operation when used as detailed in accordance with the Manufacturer’s instructions. NOTE: Failure to use this equipment in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions may compromise your basic safety protection afforded by the equipment and may invalidate the warranty / guarantee.
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The equipment is not spark, flame or explosion proof and has not been designed for use in hazardous areas in terms of BSEN 60079-14:1997. Keep flammable, low flash point substances away from the apparatus. Do not operate or handle any part of the product with wet hands. Page 6 of 20 M6847 issue 1.1...
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4. UNPACKING AND CONTENTS 4.1. Please check the contents of your carton against the diagram. Contents. Item Description Paraffin Section Mounting Bath Instruction book (this document). Mains lead and moulded IEC plug set. (Illustration may be different to lead set supplied depending on country of use). Serial Number Model Number For future reference...
5. INSTALATION 5.1. Electrical safety and installation. 5.1.1. This equipment is designed for safe use under the following conditions:- Indoor use. • Altitude up to 2000 meters. • Temperatures between 5°C and 40°C. • Maximum relative humidity 80% for temperatures up to 31°C decreasing •...
‘Appendix A’ of this instruction book. Bibby Scientific’s Electrothermal branded product range is registered with the Environment Agency under the name of as Electrothermal Engineering Limited as being a producer of WEEE (Waste Electronic and Electrical Equipment) through b2b Compliance, an authorised waste collection compliance scheme.
7. PRODUCT OPERATION. 7.1. The Paraffin Bath has been designed for easy operation. The illustration below shows a detailed layout of the product. Bath tank Mains power on neon (White). Heater on neon. (Amber). Temperature control regulation knob Read instruction book label Mains IEC plug socket and protection fuses Data plate label Earth bonding test point.
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Note: On initial start-up from cold, the amber neon will be on continuously and will subsequently switch on and off with reducing ‘on’ periods as the required temperature setting is approached. For more accurate temperature setting, check bath water temperature using a hand held thermometer or other suitable temperature measuring device and adjust the regulating knob as required.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION. 8.1. Specifications. Mains Power Supply MH8517 230V – AC 50/60 Hz or Voltage MH8517x1 115V – AC 50/60 Hz as stated on the data plate label. Maximum Power 240 Watt max at 230V Consumption 240 Watt max at 115V Operational temperature 70°C nominal from ambient (25°...
9. MAINTENANCE 9.1. General Information. Unplug the unit from the mains voltage supply and allow it to cool before undertaking any maintenance tasks. Maintenance should only be carried out under the direction of the Responsible Body, by a competent electrician. Failure to do so may result in damage to the product and in extreme cases be a danger to the end user.
9.3. Spillage and Decontamination. In the event of spillage switch off and unplug this product from the mains electrical supply. Empty the bath and wipe off all excess liquid from the bath and surrounding area using an absorbent soft cloth. Allow sufficient time for any liquid ingress to evaporate (unit can be placed in a warm oven up to 40°...
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APPENDIX ‘A’. DECONTAMINATION CERTIFICATE. Bibby Scientific Limited Beacon Road, Stone, Staffordshire ST15 0SA. Great Britain E-mail: Tel: +44(0)1785 812121. Fax: +44(0)1785 810405 electrothermalhelp@bibby-scientific.com DECONTAMINATION CLEARANCE CERTIFICATE For the Inspection, Repair or Return of Medical, Laboratory or Industrial Equipment. Prior to a Service Engineer working on equipment that has been in an environment where substances hazardous to health may have been used, you are requested to provide the following information: CUSTOMER DETAILS Company:-...
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Thank you for reading this data sheet. For pricing or for further information, please contact us at our UK Office, using the details below. UK Office Keison Products, P.O. Box 2124, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 3UP, England. Tel: +44 (0)1245 600560 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808399 Email: sales@keison.co.uk...
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