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5.8.3 Bath fluids
The most important criterion when selecting the bath fluid is the working
temperature range in which the application is operated.
• Selection of the bath fluid must ensure that the flash point is never
exceeded when it comes into contact with the ambient air.
• Recommended bath fluids and further information can be found on our
website
Risk of burns due to Flammable heat transfer medium
If a flammable heat transfer medium is used, it may ignite and cause serious
burns when it comes into contact with skin.
• Ensure all ventilation openings are not obstructed
• No smoking! No flame!
• Do not use electrical parts which can produce spark when operating
around the equipment and the application system
• Drain and recover the liquid when the equipment idles, if the liquid heat
transfer medium is used with an open bath tank and if it is highly volatile
at ambient temperature
• Affix a label on the equipment with symbol
if a flammable liquid
heat transfer medium is to be used
No liability accepted for usage of bath fluids that are not
suitable!
Unsuitable bath fluids that are not approved by JULABO can damage the
water bath.
• Use bath fluids that are recommended by JULABO
• Before filling, check the parts that are in contact with the medium for
compatibility with the bath fluid
• Do not exceed the maximum permissible viscosity during operation
• Consult JULABO before using a bath fluid other than the recommended
one
Material damage caused by freezing water!
Freezing water can damage the device and the sample.
• When using water as the tempering fluid, do not temper below 5°C