Electrothermal MH6616, X6, X1 Instruction Book
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SLIDE DRYING BENCH
MH6616 / X1 / X6
INSTRUCTION BOOK
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Please take your time to read this Instruction book in order to understand the safe and
correct use of your new Electrothermal product.
It is recommended the Responsible Body for use of this equipment reads this Instruction
book and ensures the user(s) are suitably trained in its operation.
Section 1.
Introduction.
Page 3
Section 2.
Symbols and using this Instruction book.
Page 4
Section 3.
Safety Information.
Page 5
Section 4.
Unpack and Contents.
Page 7
Section 5.
Installation.
Page 8
Section 6.
Environmental protection.
Page 9
Section 7.
Production Operation.
Page 10
Section 8.
Technical Specifications.
Page 11
Section 9.
Maintenance
Page 12
Section 10.
Parts and Accessories.
Page 15
Section 11.
Customer Support.
Page 17
Section 12.
Notes.
Page 18
Section 13.
EC Declaration of Conformity
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Appendix ‘A’
Decontamination certificate
Page 16
© The copyright of this instruction book is the property of Electrothermal. This instruction book is supplied by
Electrothermal on the express understanding that it is to be used solely for the purpose for which it is supplied. It may
not be copied, used or disclosed to others in whole or part for any purpose except as authorised in writing by
Electrothermal. Electrothermal reserve the right to alter, change or modify this document with out prior notification.
In the interest of continued development Electrothermal reserve the right to alter or modify the design
and /or assembly process of their products without prior notification.
This product is manufactured in Great Britian by Electrothermal. Part of the Bibby Scientific Group of
companies.
Electrothermal.
Electrothermal House.
Unit12A, Purdeys Way.
Purdeys Industrial Estate.
Rochford,
Essex. SS4 1ND
Great Britain.
Tel +44(0)1702 303350
Fax+44(0)1702 468731
info@electrothermal.com
www.electrothermal.com
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1. INTRODUCTION
1.1. This Slide Drying Bench aids the preparation of microscope slides at the
specimen mounting stage. Accepting up to 50 slides, it has the facility for
drying slides in different orientations. The temperature control is provided
by a built-in energy regulator controlling temperature up to 100C. The case
and top are painted aluminium. The various options for mounting slides on
the equipment are summarised in section 7.2.
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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.
The Responsible Body and the Operator should read and be familiar with this Instruction
book in order preserve the protection afforded by the equipment.
To prevent injury or equipment damage it is the manufacturer’s recommendation that all
persons using this equipment are suitably trained before use.
2.2. Symbols defined.
Caution, risk of danger. See note or adjacent
symbol.
Protective conductor terminal to be earthed.
(Do not loosen or disconnect).
Caution / risk of electric shock
Recyclable Packing Material
Do not dispose of product in normal domestic
waste.
Caution. Hot surface.
Refer to Instruction book
Bio Chemical Hazard. Caution required. Will
require decontamination.
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3. SAFETY INFORMATION.
This product has been designed for safe operation when used as detailed in accordance with
the Manufacture’s instructions.
NOTE: Failure to use this equipment in accordance with the manufacture’s operating instruction
may compromise your basic safety protection afforded by the equipment and may invalidate the
warranty / guarantee. The warranty / guarantee does not cover damaged caused by faulty
installation or misuse of the equipment.
3.1. Prevention of Fire and Electric Shock.
To prevent a risk of fire or electric shock, DO NOT open your
product case without authorisation. Only qualified Service
personnel should attempt to repair this product
Replace fuses only with the type as listed in section, Parts and
Accessories and Technical Specifications. (See fuse type and
rating)
Ensure the Mains Power Supply conforms to rating found on the
data plate located on the back of this Product.
Never Operate this equipment with out connection to earth /
ground. Ensure the mains supply voltage is correctly earthed /
grounded in accordance with current area legislation.
3.2. General Safe Operating Practice.
Always follow good laboratory practice when using this
equipment. Give due recognition to your company’s safety and
legislative health & safety procedures and all associated
legislation applicable to your areas of operation. Check
laboratory procedures for substances being heated and ensure
all hazards (e.g. explosion, implosion or the release of toxic or
flammable gases) that might arise have been suitably
addressed before proceeding. When heating certain
substances the liberation of hazardous gases may require the
use of a fume cupboard or other means of extraction.
Do not position the product so that it is difficult to disconnect
from the mains supply.
Do not immerse unit in water or fluids.
Do not spill substances onto this unit. If spillage does occur,
disconnect unit from mains supply and follow instructionas
detailed in Section ‘Maintenance’.
Do not cover this unit whilst in use.
It is not recommended to leave any heating apparatus
unattended during operation.
Only use Original Equipment manufacture’s spares and
accessories. Ref Section 10.
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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 this product with wet
hands.
Do not touch the heating surface whilst in use.
Do not lean or stretch over equipment.
Keep the Mains Plug and Lead set cable away from the heating
surface.
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