User Manual
Introduction
Congratulations on the choice of an Australian made quality product. Labec products are
manufactured, tested and calibrated to meet published standard specifications under our strict
qualityassuranceguidelines.
This Instruction Manual is for the guidance of operators of Labec Oil Baths and should be read
beforethebathisconnectedtotheelectricitysupply.
It is hoped that this manual will supply all the information that the customer should require for
satisfactory operation of the bath. If, however, there are any questions that remain unanswered then
thecustomershouldcontactourServiceDepartment.
Unpacking
Remove all packing and protective wrapping from both interior and exterior of the bath. Check the
bath for the possible transit damage. Ensure all ordered accessories are present. If any physical
damage or shortages are evident, do not discard the packaging material until the bath is inspected
bythedistributor,agentormanufacturer.
NOTE: All claims for shortage or damage must be made within fourteen days (14) from
delivery.
Subject to our standard published conditions of sale, we have reasonable grounds to believe that we
have ensured, so far as is reasonably practical, that the products listed in our catalogue and
brochures have been designed and constructed so as to be safe and without risk to health when
properly installed and used in their environment by appropriate and trained personnel, and where
applicable,inaccordancewithourpublishedinstructions.
Installation
Electrical
This equipment must be tagged and tested according to AS/NZS3760:2010 prior to use and
thereafteronaregularbasisdependentupontheenvironment.
It is preferable to locate the bath close to a power point and recommended that double adaptors are
not used. Check the total wattage if connecting to multipoint outlets. Check the rating plate for
power requirements. Installation is to be carried out by a qualified electrician in accordance with the
powerrequirementsoftheproductspecifications.
Location
Selectalocationfreefromdraughtandawayfromdirectsunlightorotherheatsource.
TemperatureControl
LABEC Oil baths are fitted with a digital temperature controller as per Appendix A, connected to the
element.Thebathhasbeenstringentlytestedbeforeshipmenttoensureallisinworkingorder.
DescriptionofControls
AdjustthetemperaturecontrollerasperAppendixA.Anorangeheaterlightwillilluminatewhen
powerisbeingsuppliedtotheelements.
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