Product information, 1 . safety – Boekel Scientific 145600-2 Paraffin Wax Dispenser User Manual
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1. Safety
The following symbols marked on the equipment mean:
Caution: Read these operating instructions fully before use and pay particular
attention to sections containing this symbol.
Caution: Surfaces can become hot during use.
Always observe the following safety precautions:
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Use only as specified by the operating instructions or the intrinsic protection
may be impaired. After transport or storage in humid conditions, dry out the
unit before connecting it to the voltage source. During drying out, the
intrinsic protection may be impaired.
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Connect only to a voltage source with a voltage corresponding to that on
the serial number label.
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Connect only to a voltage source that provides a safety ground terminal.
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Before moving, disconnect the power cord from the unit.
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Do not touch surfaces that become hot during high temperature operation.
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Ensure that the power switch is easily accessible during use.
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It is the user’s responsibility to carry out appropriate decontamination if
hazardous material is spilled on or inside the equipment.
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This product must be used with an UL Listed / CSA Certified power cord set.
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The responsible body shall be made aware that, if the equipment is used in a
manner not specified by the manufacturer, the protection provided by the
equipment may be impaired.
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Unit is designed to melt Paraffin Wax only; no other matter should be placed
into the wax reservoir.
2. Product Information
The Boekel Paraffin Wax Dispenser is designed to help meet the needs of
today’s histology labs by having 5 liters of molten paraffin wax available
when required by user. The unit has a set temperature range of 40.0⁰C to
75.0⁰C. The unit has a heated dispenser valve to insure a consistent flow
and precise control of flowing wax. The unit also features a rapid warm up
and an advanced safety over-temperature cut-off.