IKA IC control - Safety Instructions; General Safety Guidelines

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If the mains switch is not within
reach when device is operating,
an EMERGENCY STOP switch
that can be easily accessed must be installed in the work
area�
• A laboratory circulator heats and circulates fluid accord-
ing to specified parameters� This involves hazards due to
high temperatures, fire and general hazards due to the
device of electrical energy� The user safety can not be
ensured simply with design requirements on the part of
the device� Further hazard sources may arise due to the
type of tempering fluid, e�g� by exceeding or undercut-
ting certain temperature thresholds or by the breakage
of the container and reaction with the heat carrier fluid�
It is not possible to consider all eventualities� They remain
largely subject to the judgment and responsibility of the
operator� For this reason, it may become necessary for
user to take other precautionary safety measures�
• Insucient ventilation may result in the formation of explo-
sive mixtures� Only use the device in well ventilated areas�
The safety circuit (safe tempera-
ture) must be adjusted so that
the maximum permissible tem-
perature cannot be exceeded even in the event of a fault�
Check the safe temperature circuit on a regular basis�
• Securely fix the IC control immersion circulator for use
at the bath, so that it cannot tip over�
• When device is used for external circulation, extra pre-
caution must be taken for hot fluid leakage due to dam-
aged hose�
• Use suitable hoses for connection�
• Secure hoses and tubes against slippage and avoid
kinks�
• Check hoses, tubes and bath at regular intervals for pos-
sible material fatigue (cracks/leaks)�
• Mains cable should not get in contact with hot parts
and fluids�
• If you are using plastic bath, observe the permitted
working temperature range and fluids�
Do not start up the device if:
- It is damaged or leaking
- Cable (not only supply cable) is damaged�
• Be careful when filling a hot bath�
At high operating tempera-
tures, the temperature of hous-
ing parts, surfaces and tubes
can exceed 70 ° C�
General information:
• Read the operating instructions completely before
starting up and follow the safety instructions.
• Keep the operating instructions in a place where it can be
accessed by everyone�
• Ensure that only trained staff work with the device�
• Follow the safety instructions, guidelines, occupational
health, safety and accident prevention regulations�
• Set up the device in a spacious area on an even, stable,
clean, non-slip, dry and fireproof surface�
• Do not operate the device in explosive atmospheres,
with hazardous substances�
• Protect the device and accessories from bumping and
impacting�
• Check the device and accessories for damage before
each use� Do not use damaged components�
• Safe operation is only guaranteed with the accessories
described in the ”Accessories” section�
• The device must only be operated with the original mains
cord�
• The socket for the mains cord must be easily accessible�
• Socket must be earthed (protective ground contact)�
• The voltage stated on the type plate must correspond to
the mains voltage�
• The device can only be disconnected from the mains sup-
ply by pulling out the mains plug or the connector plug�
• Disconnect the mains plug before attaching or changing
any accessories�
• Disconnect the mains plug before cleaning, mainte-
nance or moving the circulator�
• The device must only be opened by trained specialists,
even during repair� The device must be unplugged from
the power supply before opening� Live parts inside the
device may still be live for some time after unplugging
from the power supply�
Coverings or parts that can be
removed from the device with-
out the aid of any tools must
be put back on the device again to ensure safe opera-
tion, for example to keep foreign objects and liquids,
etc� from getting into the device�
• The device may only be used as prescribed and as de-
scribed in the operating instructions� This includes op-
eration by instructed specialist personnel�
• When using critical or hazardous materials in your pro-
cesses, IKA recommends to use additional appropriate
measures to ensure safety in the experiment� For exam-
ple, users can implement measures that inhibit fire or
explosions or comprehensive monitoring equipment�
• Process pathogenic material only in closed vessels under
a suitable fume hood� Please contact IKA application
support if you have any question�
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