User guide

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 quality            
assuranceguidelines.
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This Instruction Manual is for the guidance of operators of Labec Steam Steriliser and should be read                
beforetheSteriliserisconnectedtotheelectricitysupply.
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It is hoped that this manual will supply all the information that the customer should require for                
satisfactory operation of the Steriliser. If, however, there are any questions that remain unanswered             
thenthecustomershouldcontactourServiceDepartment.
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Unpacking
Remove all packing and protective wrapping from both interior and exterior of the steam steriliser.              
Check the steam steriliser for any 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steamsteriliserisinspectedbythedistributor,agentormanufacturer.
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,inaccordancewithourpublishedinstructions.
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Installation
Electrical
This equipment must be tagged and tested according to AS/NZS3760:2010 prior to use and             
thereafterevery6monthsdependentupontheenvironment.
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It is preferable to locate the steam steriliser 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powerrequirementsoftheproductspecifications.
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Location
Selectalocationfreefromdraughtandawayfromdirectsunlightorotherheatsource.
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Heating
Heatingofthesteriliserisbymeansofinconelelementslocatedinwateratthebaseofthesteriliser.
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DescriptionofControls
Settheheatinglevelonthesimmerstatbyturningtheknobclockwise,aheaterlightwillilluminate
whenpowerisbeingsuppliedtotheelements.
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SafetyCutOut
If the steam steriliser is fitted with a manual reset button, be sure this is depressed before use. If the                   
water level is too low or runs out the switch will pop out and turn the heaters off until the reset is                     
depressed.
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1LaboratoryEquipmentPtyLtdInstructionManual–SteamSteriliser2013ver1.0
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