IKA RH basic - Cleaning; Safety Precautions; Material Information

Tempering flammable liquids:
For tempering flammable liquids, an external On/Off temperature con-
troller (not included with the magnetic stirrer) is required and must be
installed. The controller switches off the magnetic stirrer before the
media reaches the ignition point.
Safety feature:
The unit has an additional internal temperature sensor which will shut
the heating function off, in the event of a temperature control mal-
function.
Switch off the heat control knob, allow the unit to cool down, and then
switch the heat control knob on again.
Cleaning
• Unplug the magnetic stirrer.
• Clean carefully with a damp cloth and warm water.
• Do not clean with acetone or other organic liquids, except
alcohol.
• In extreme cases mild alcohol may be used.
• Rinse and dry thoroughly.
• To avoid electrical shock, do not open the housing. Refer
servicing to qualified personnel only.
• Never place the equipment in water or other liquids.
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• If flammable or toxic fluids are spilled on or near the unit,
refer to your Hazardous Material Unit for cleanup and
decontamination or contact the manufacturer.
Material information for cleaning:
Hot Plate: Glass ceramic
Hot Plate frame: Aluminum die cast
Adhesive between hotplate and frame: Silicone
Housing: Aluminum die cast
Paint on housing: Powder coated (epoxy)
Paint on Hot Plate frame: Powder coated (epoxy)
Front panel: Polyester
Control Knob: Polypropylene
Rubber foot: Neoprene
If the liquid you work with is aggressive to any of the above
materials, then clean immediately upon contact.