Purpose
This SOP describes the procedure for operation and calibration of Water Bath.
Procedure:
Operation
- Fill the sufficient purified water into the water bath so that heater is merged and at least water level is 2 cm above the heater.
- Switch ON the Water Bath ON/OFF switches.
- Immediately set the desired temperature by pressing push button, moving the knob to SET.
- Approximately 25°C before the set temperature, the heater will start going on and off. Heater action is indicated by the LED on the DTC. Allow a few minutes for the temperature to stabilize.
From external agency: Once in a Year.
Cleaning
- For cleaning the bath change the water weekly basis or as required.
- Drain the previously filled water.
- Clean the bath with 2% liquid soap & rinse with potable water & purified water respectively.
- Precautions
- Handle the equipment properly.
- Do not start the heater if there is no water in the Water Bath.
- The water bath should be filled with purified water only.
