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Introduction Congratulations on the choice of an Australian made quality product. Labec products are manufactured, tested and calibrated to meet published standard specifications under our strict quality assurance guidelines. This Instruction Manual is for the guidance of operators of Labec Water Baths and should be read before the water bath is connected to the electricity supply.
Caution Please observe the following safety measures before using your LABEC equipment. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. These water baths are NOT FLAME PROOF and under no circumstances should inflammable, combustible or explosive material be placed in the water bath. Low ignition temperature materials and those materials which give off inflammable or explosive vapors should not be placed in or near the water bath. Avoid heating substances which give off corrosive vapor.
Operation 1. Connect the water bath to an alternating current supply of voltage specified on the rating plate. 2. Ensure the water level is above the elements. On boiling baths connect the constant level device to a water supply and drain. DANGER: THIS WATER BATH MUST NOT BE CONNECTED TO A DIRECT POWER SUPPLY 3. 4. 5. Switch the MAINS on then Turn the simmerstat/thermostat or temperature controller up using the up or down keys only as required.