OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Water- and Oilbaths

WB/OB 7 – 45
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 Congratulations on your choice of a MEMMERT water/oilbath ..........................2
2 Installation - waterbaths .........................................................................................4
3 Installation - oilbaths ..............................................................................................5
4 Main switch module ................................................................................................6
4.1 Main switch with overtemperatur protection ............................................................ 6
5 Working controller module.....................................................................................7
5.1 Temperature setting ................................................................................................ 8
5.2 Temperature - boiling stage (only in waterbaths) .................................................... 9
5.3 General notice to timer settings............................................................................. 10
5.4 Adjustment of the special functions ....................................................................... 10
6 How to set up for operating status and for program sequences ...................... 11
6.1 Set up for continuous / normal operation............................................................... 11
6.2 Programming of a delayed shut-down................................................................... 12
6.3 Programming of a delayed shut-down, dependent on set temperature ................. 13
6.4 Programming of an on-delay ................................................................................. 14
6.5 Programming of an on-delay and a hold time........................................................ 15
6.6 On-delay and hold time dependent on set temperature ........................................ 16
6.7 Programming of an on-delay and hold time with Loop-function............................. 17
6.8 Programming of an on-delay and hold time with Loop-function and set temperature
dependent operation ............................................................................................. 18
7 Supervision of the program flow ......................................................................... 19
8 safety control unit ................................................................................................. 20
8.1 Temperature limiting device (standard in waterbaths)........................................... 20
8.2 Adjustable temperature limiter (TWB), class 2 according to DIN 12877................ 21
9 Use of the cover (special equipment).................................................................. 22
10 Level control (special equipment only waterbaths) ........................................... 22
11 Cooling system (special equipment only waterbath)......................................... 23
12 Shaking Device...................................................................................................... 23
12.1 Initial operation ...................................................................................................... 24
13 Cleaning and maintenance................................................................................... 25
14 Checklist for rectifying faults............................................................................... 25
15 Our Address ..........................................................................................................26
16 Index....................................................................................................................... 29

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The text of these Operating Instructions has been translated from the German. If
any part of the text is doubtful or the interpretation is unclear, and also in case of
errors, the German original is to be considered as valid.

1 Congratulations on your choice of a MEMMERT water/oilbath

Manufactured in Germany using the latest production techniques and finest materials
available, you now posses a technically superior and fully developed product. Your bath
has already been under extensive testing in our factory.
For correct operation of the equipment it is essential to observe the operating and
maintenance instructions below. This will ensure that your equipment will give many years
satisfactory service.

Explanation of signs
These signs mark important indication in the operating instructions
The corresponding markings on the unit means:
Note the Operating Instructions!
Attention, outside case temperature may be hot!

Technical data summary

MEMMERT water- and oilbaths Series WB and OB are electrically heated and electroni-
cally controlled.
The temperature of the thermostating liquid is continuously controlled by a microproces-
sor-controller with pulse package control. Electronic microprocessor-PID-controller with
continuous power matching and autodiagnostic system with fault indicator (Check list for
rectifying faults see chapter 14), integral timer for digital programme time selection.
The temperature is measured using a Pt 100 temperature sensor. The accuracy is as
follows:

WB/WBU OB
Temperature-set-accuracy 0,1ºC 1ºC
Temperature fluctuation ±0,1ºC ±0,5ºC

The components of temperature control are controlled by integrated malfunction -

recognition.
The heaters are installed outside - therefore no problems through dirt or limeresidue.
Installation
The unit must be placed on a level surface which cannot tilt.
The vent openings in the left and back side must remain unobstructed. Minimum wall
spacing on all sides is 80 mm. The minimum spacing from the top of the bath to the
next ceiling (rack, etc.) is 75 cm.

Transport:
Always use gloves!
If the units have to be carried, at least 2 persons are required for this mode
of transport.

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Ambient Ambient temperature 5ºC - 40°C, rH max. 80%.

conditions Overvoltage Category: II; Contamination degree: 2 according to IEC 664

Setting tempe- 10ºC to 95ºC at waterbaths (WB / WBU)

rature range WB with additional boiling stage until 100ºC see 5.2.
10ºC to 200ºC at oilbaths

Working From 5ºC above ambient to nominal temperature = maximum

temperature temperature (see rating plate).
range with circulating pump 15ºC

Overheat DIN 12877, thermal safety classes 1 standard,

safety device Class 2 special equipment at waterbaths
Class 2 standard at oilbaths.

Electrical 230 V~±10%, 50 or 60 Hz. Adequate insulated supply which incorporates

supply earth conductor to EN 61010, Protection IP 20, no humidity protection to
DIN 40 050. Interference suppression Grade N to VDE 0875.
A fuse 250V, 15A quick is used for unit protection

Before current-connection please compare label on the bath and

instructions of your local current supplier.
(e.g. in Germany, DIN VDE 0100 with FI - safety device).

Quality of material
Memmert is using stainless steel (Spec. 1.4301) for the external casing as well as
for the interior, an outstanding material because of its high stability, optimum
hygienic features and corrosion resistance against many (not all!) chemical
combinations (Attention e.g. at chlorine combinations!).

model volume current consume power weight circulating pump

WB/OB 7 7l 5,2 A 1200 W 11 kg
WB/OB 10 10 l 5,2 A 1200 W 14 kg
WB/OB 14 14 l 7,8 A 1800 W 16 kg
WB/OB 22 22 l 8,7 A 2000 W 17 kg
WB/OB 29 29 l 10,4 A 2400 W 24 kg
WB/OB 45 45 l 12,2 A 2800 W 26 kg
WBU 45 45 l 12,2 A 2800 W 27 kg X

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2 Installation - waterbaths
Main The mains connection cable must be placed away from any hot
connection surface.

min.10
Filling

max.50

„Y“

In order to garant the high quality of the stainless steel it is

recommended by the steel producer to fill the waterbath with
demineralised water.

IMPORTANT! The water level in the bath must be between the two
markings in the right side wall of the tub. The water level must be
between 10 mm and 50 mm from the top edge of the tub.
Waterbaths can be fitted with a level control system (see chapter 10).

Emptying The tank can be drained through the drain valve "Y". The thermo-
stating fluid must be cooled to room temperature before draining.
Drain the fluid either directly into an appropriate container or connect
an appropriate hose to the drain valve.

NOTE: Polluted fluids may not be drained directly into the public
wastewater system. If the thermostating fluid is polluted, please make
sure that it will be properly filtered or dumped according to the
applicable regulations.

IMPORTANT!
Operation with non-flammable thermostating liquids only!

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3 Installation - oilbaths

Mains The mains connection cable must be placed away from any hot surface.
connection

Filling
min.30

max.50

„Y“

IMPORTANT! The liquid level in the bath must be between the two
markings in the right side wall of the tub. The liquid level must be between
30 mm and 50 mm from the top edge of the tub.

Emptying The tank can be drained through the drain valve "Y". The thermostating
fluid must be cooled to room temperature before draining. Drain the fluid
either directly into an appropriate container or connect an appropriate
hose to the drain valve.
NOTE: Polluted fluids and oils may not be drained into the public
wastewater system. Please make sure, that the oil will be properly
dumped according to the applicable regulations.

We recommend Silicon-Oil (for example Baysilon PN 200 produced by Bayer). For

safety reasons the flash point of the oil must be at 300ºC or higher. The manufacturer of
the oil may also have special regulations for oil-changing intervals due to pollution or
aging of the oil which have to be observed.

WARNING!
In case of fire never extinguish with water.
Use appropriate fire-extinguisher medium!!
An overheated bath must never be refilled or topped up!!

ATTENTION!
Take special care when working at high temperature!
Outside case temperature may be hot!

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4 Main switch module

The main switch module contains: main switch
three signal lamps for display of the unit status

main switch pushed:

unit ready for use

main switch not pushed:

unit is shut down

The previous setpoint is indicated briefly

on the controller display after switching
on. (blinking point)

Green: Red: Yellow:

ready for operation fault indicator unit is heating

4.1 Main switch with overtemperatur protection

(in OB - standard, in WB - optional)
The main switch module contains: main switch
three signal lamps for display of the unit status
knob to adjust the overtemperature

Adjustable temperature limiter

Adjust the overtemperature as described

in chapter Safety devices.

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5 Working controller module

The working controller can be operated using the digital rotary knob and the set-button.
The multifunctional display gives information about temperature and program setting.

menu items to choose:

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° C temp
h delay Temperature
h hold

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°C temp
h delay
Delayed start-up
h hold

Set-button Rotary knob

Effect of turning the rotary knob: °C temp

Delayed shut-
h delay
down/holding time
h hold
Set button not Set button
actuated: actuated:

selection of the Press:

menue item Setpoint is
displayed °C temp Repeat feature
temp (temperature or h delay
(Loop)
delay time, decimal h hold

hold point is flashing).

LP
SP Hold down:
Displayed value
can be changed °C temp Set temperature
with the rotary h delay
dependent
knob. h hold
operation

Release:
Value is stored in
memory

= turn rotary knob clockwise

= turn rotary knob anitclockwise

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5.1 Temperature setting

With the set-button not pushed, the display will show the actual temperature within the
chamber. The temperature setpoint can be set as follows:

°C temp
h delay

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h hold

Hold down set-button and set the required

temperature with the rotary knob, decimal
point on the display is flashing.
set Release set-button.
The selected set temperature is stored into
memory and is displayed for approx. 3
seconds. Decimal point is flashing.
single digit = 0,1ºC for the waterbath, and
1ºC for the oilbath
Set-button Rotary knob
°C temp
pushed will change the h delay

temperature setpoint h hold

The decimal point stops flashing and the

display switches back to actual temperature
(85°C in this example).

Notice:
Changing the displayed setpoint is only possible, if the set-button is held down at the
same time. This helps to avoid unintentional changes.
Turning the rotary knob rapidly changes the setpoint in large steps; turning it slowly
changes the setpoint in single digits.
All settings are stored peramanently within the controller memory (excluding „boiling
stage“)

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5.2 Temperature - boiling stage (only in waterbaths)

To reach the temperature of the water higher than 95ºC (boiling point) in the waterbath, a
boiling stage is provided. If this has been set, the heating is switched on continuously. The
boiling stage can be activated as follows:

° C temp
° C temp h delay
h delay

h hold h hold

Hold down set-button and raise the set

temperature with the rotary knob over
95ºC. The display will show "ccc". The
decimal point on the display is flashing.
set
Release set-button.
The selected boiling mode is stored into
memory and the display for approx. 3
seconds. Decimal point is flashing.

Set-button Rotary knob

°C temp
pushed will change the h delay
temperature setpoint h hold

The decimal point stops flashing and the

display switches back to actual
temperature (93,0ºC in this example)
The display of the actual temperature can at most reach 110ºC. Over 99,9ºC the single
digit will be 1ºC.
The setpoint "boiling stage" will not be stored permanently into memory. After
switching the apparatus off and on again, the controller shows the set value fixed
before.

Notice:
Pay attention to the waterlevel is all the time high enough. Evaporation can cause
an enormous loss of water.
The liquid level has to be chosen in this way, that the boiled liquid in the
loaded waterbath does not spill.

ATTENTION!
Even in the operation with a cover, hot water steam will emerge.

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5.3 General notice to timer settings

The menu items delayed start-up "delay" or delayed shut-down "hold" can be selected by
turning the rotary knob while pushing the main switch. The present times can then be
displayed or changed as follows:

° C temp

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°C temp
h delay
h delay
h hold h hold

Delayed start-up or shut-down are

deactivated.
° C temp
h delay

h hold
set
Between 1 minute and 9 hours, 59
minutes the single digit is 1 minute.
° C temp
h delay
Set-button Rotary knob h hold

pushed will change time

setpoint °C temp
h delay

h hold

Between 10 hours and 999 hours the

single digit is 1 hour.
° C temp
h delay

h hold

5.4 Adjustment of the special functions

In addition to the menu items status-LEDs temp, delay and hold, the menu items LP (for
"Loop") and SP (for "setpoint") can also be selected by turning the rotary knob while
pushing the main switch (function of LP and SP see chapter 6).

Repeat feature (LOOP)

LP.0 = Loop-function deactivated. °C temp

LP.1 = Loop-function activated. h delay

h hold

Set temperature dependent operation

(hold-time)
SP.0 = set temperature dependent hold-time °C temp

not activated. h delay

h hold
SP.1 = set temperature dependent hold-time
activated.

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6 How to set up for operating status and for program sequences

6.1 Set up for continuous / normal operation ϑ
This is the present operating and the mode 90°C

of operating as the bath is delivered up.

alarm set

main switch pushed

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h delay
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° C te mp

h delay
h hold

set
set

°C temp
h delay

h hold
select set temperature

°C temp
h delay
deactivate on-delay timer
h hold

° C temp
h delay deactivate hold timer
h hold

°C temp
h delay
deactivate Loop-function
h hold

°C temp
deactivate set temperature dependent
h delay
operation
h hold

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ϑ
6.2 Programming of a delayed shut-down 90°C
Example: The unit has to shut down the heating
after 2 hours operation (including heat-
up time) with temperature setting at
90ºC.
t
hold 2h

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main switch pushed
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C temp
h delay
h hold

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alarm set function of the rotary knob refer to 5. -

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°C temp
h delay
h hold
working controller module
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C temp
h delay
h hold

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set

°C temp
h delay

h hold
select set temperature

°C temp
h delay deactivate on-delay timer
h hold

°C temp
h delay
set hold timer
h hold

°C temp
h delay deactivate Loop-function
h hold

°C temp
h delay deactivate set temperature dependent
h hold operation

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6.3 Programming of a delayed shut-down, ϑ

dependent on set temperature 90°C

Example: The unit has to shut down the heating

2 hours after it has reached its set
temperature of 90ºC.
t
hold 2h

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main switch pushed

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C temp
h delay
h hold

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°C temp
h delay
h hold
function of the rotary knob refer to 5. -
working controller module
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C temp
h delay
h hold

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set

°C temp
h delay

h hold
select set temperature

°C temp
h delay deactivate on-delay timer
h hold

°C temp
h delay
set hold timer
h hold

°C temp
h delay deactivate Loop-function
h hold

°C temp
h delay
activate set temperature dependent
h hold
operation

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6.4 Programming of an on-delay ϑ

90°C

Example: The unit has to start heating to

90ºC after a 2 hour delay.

t
delay 2h

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main switch pushed

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C temp
h delay
h hold

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°C temp
h delay
h hold
function of the rotary knob refer to 5. -
working controller module
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C temp
h delay
h hold

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set

°C temp
h delay

h hold
select set temperature

°C temp
h delay

h hold
set on-delay timer

° C temp
h delay
deactivate hold timer
h hold

°C temp
h delay deactivate Loop-function
h hold

°C temp
h delay deactivate set temperature dependent
h hold operation

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6.5 Programming of an on-delay and a hold time ϑ

Example: The unit has to start heating to 90ºC after a 90°C

2 hour delay and shut down after 3 hours
operation (including heat-up time).
t
delay 2h
hold 3h

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main switch pushed

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C temp
h delay
h hold

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°C temp
h delay
h hold
function of the rotary knob refer to 5. -
working controller module
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C temp
h delay
h hold

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set

°C temp
h delay

h hold
select set temperature

°C temp
h delay set on-delay timer
h hold

°C temp
h delay
set hold timer
h hold

°C temp
h delay
deactivate Loop-function
h hold

°C temp
h delay deactivate set temperature dependent
h hold operation

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6.6 On-delay and hold time dependent on set ϑ

temperature
90°C
Example: The unit has to start heating to 90ºC after a
2 hour delay and shut down after 3 hours of
operation at the set temperature.
t
delay 2h
hold 3h

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main switch pushed

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C temp
h delay
h hold

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h delay
h hold
function of the rotary knob refer to 5. -
working controller module
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C temp
h delay
h hold

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set

°C temp
h delay

h hold
select set temperature

°C temp
h delay set on-delay timer
h hold

°C temp
h delay
set hold timer
h hold

°C temp
h delay
deactivate Loop-function
h hold

°C temp activate set temperature dependent

h delay
operation
h hold

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6.7 Programming of an on-delay and hold time ϑ

with Loop-function 90°C

Example: The unit has to start heating to 90ºC after

a 2 hour delay, cool down to room
temperature after 3 hours of operation delay 2h
t
hold 3h
(including heat-up time) and repeat this
pattern over and over.

alarm set

main switch pushed

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C temp
h delay
h hold

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h delay
h hold
function of the rotary knob refer to 5. -
working controller module
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C temp
h delay
h hold

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set

°C temp
h delay

h hold
select set temperature

°C temp
h delay set on-delay timer
h hold

°C temp
h delay
set hold timer
h hold

°C temp
h delay

h hold
activate Loop-function

°C temp
h delay
deactivate set temperature dependent
h hold
operation

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6.8 Programming of an on-delay and hold time

ϑ
with Loop-function and set temperature
dependent operation 90°C

Example: The unit has to start heating to 90ºC after

a 2 hour delay and shut down after 3 t
hours of operation at the set temperature, delay 2h
hold 3h
cool down to room temperature and re-
peat this pattern over and over.

alarm set

main switch pushed

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C temp
h delay
h hold

set

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h delay
h hold
function of the rotary knob refer to 5. -
working controller module
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C temp
h delay
h hold

set
set

°C temp
h delay

h hold
select set temperature

°C temp
h delay set on-delay timer
h hold

°C temp
h delay
set hold timer
h hold

°C temp
h delay

h hold
activate Loop-function

°C temp
h delay
activate set temperature dependent
h hold
operation

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7 Supervision of the program flow

The status-LEDs in the controller display give information about the program status at a
glance.
Example: Delayed start-up and delayed shut-down with set temperature dependent
operation as described in example 6.6
ϑ on
90°C
actual temperature is displayed
° C temp

h delay
flashing
h hold on-delay timer is running
delay t
hold
on
hold timer is programmed
Unit is not heating

ϑ on
90°C
actual temperature is displayed
° C temp

h delay
off
h hold on-delay timer ran down
t
delay
hold
on
hold timer is programmed
Unit is heating up to setpoint

ϑ on
90°C actual temperature is displayed
° C temp

h delay
off:
h hold
on-delay timer ran down
delay t
hold flashing
hold timer is running
Unit holds temperature at set
value

ϑ on
90°C
actual temperature is displayed
alternating with "End"
° C temp

off
h delay

h hold

delay t delay timer ran down

hold
off
Heating is switched off hold timer ran down

Further information during program operation:

°C temp All actual values can be accessed by turning

the rotary knob (selection of the menu items)
h delay

h hold
even through program operation.

°C temp The setpoint of each menu item can be

checked by pressing the set-button briefly.
h delay

h hold

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End of the program / Restart:

After the end of the program the actual temperature is shown

°C temp
h delay
alternating with "End" in the display of the working controller
h hold
module. Restart by switching the unit off and on or by
checking or changing the timer settings.
All program settings are stored permanently within the
controller memory (excluding „boiling stage“ setting)

8 safety control unit

8.1 Temperature limiting device (standard in waterbaths)

For safety purposes this water/oilbath is equipped with an additional overtemperature
protection TB (class 1 in compliance with DIN 12877) which automatically shuts off the
bath if it exceeds the maximum temperature.
The bath may exceed the maximum temperature if it is used without or not enough
thermostating fluid, or if the working controller is defective.
In this case the temperature limiter TB will switch off the unit at a fixed temperature above
the maximum temperature. The temperature display of the working controller and the
yellow control light will turn off. The green and red control light will remain on.

Reset TB
When the water bath has cooled down or has been
filled, heating can be cut in again by pressing the red
button, on the back of the water bath. The unit will
emit an audible click when the temperature limiting
device is reset.
Possible problems during the first run
Unusual conditions, which may occur during transport,
click
e.g. strong shocks or very low temperatures (below -
5ºC) can result in a release of the temperature limiter
TB.
The overtemperature protection can be reset by
pressing the red button which is located on the back of
the bath.

Despite this safety device it is mandatory to make sure that the

bath is always filled to a proper level to avoid danger to persons or
damage to the unit.

If the reason of the malfunction cannot easily be recognised (transport, too low fluid level,
etc.) it is necessary to contact a qualified electrician.

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8.2 Adjustable temperature limiter (TWB), class 2 according to DIN 12877

(standard equipment in oilbath, special equipment in waterbath)
The adjustable temperature limiter TWB works according to DIN 12877 independently of
the temperature control system. By different adjustments, those safety devices can have
two different functions:
Protection of unit and environment and
Protection of the load from excessive temperature
The safety devices should be checked at regular intervals, e.g. once a month, once the
bath has stabilised at the desired temperature. To perform this safety check, reduce the
setting of the safety device until the red control light at the main switch module turns on.
After that, the safety device can be set again.
ϑ safety temperature Notice:
working
During programmed operation the safety
temperature control unit has to be set sufficiently higher
than the maximum working temperature or
at the maximum temperature of the bath.
t

Protection of unit and environment:

Turn the adjustable overheat controller e.g. by
use of a coin to upper temperature limit.
Protection of load:
First turn adjustable overheat controller to
upper limit.
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After the unit has stabilised, the setting of the
overheat limiter should be moved down until it
operates:
The red signal lamp in the main switch module
turns on.
Now turn the temperature limiter to nearly one
digit higher.
Upper tempera- Set close to the The temperature limiter must
ture limit: switching point: be reset by pressing the
Protection of unit Protection of the adjustment knob. alarm set

and environment load

Maximum temperature rating of unit 95°C 200°C

one scale line means approx. 12°C 16°C

Should the temperature rise above the set safety temperature, the adjustable
temperature limiter switches off the heating.
The „alarm“ lamp turns on
In this case please check the TWB setting as described and readjust it if necessary.
Should a fault condition be present, please contact an authorised service station for
Memmert equipment.

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9 Use of the cover (special equipment)

Gable cover The gable cover (may be ordered as already mounted special equip-
ment) should always be closed in order to prevent evaporation of
thermostating liquid and to obtain optimal temperature distribution.
The gable shape of the cover makes sure that condensed water will
not drop down into the loads.
Flat cover For positioning of test flasks on top of the bath, a flat cover (special
equipment) may be used. The size of the holes in this cover can be
adapted to the flasks with ring inserts. Please note that the flat cover
will heat up with the thermostating liquid. The rings may therefore only
be inserted or taken off, if the bath is cooled down.

10 Level control (special equipment only waterbaths)

2 different filling levels can be maintained constant if the unit is fitted with a level control
system. When using water as thermostating liquid, connect the feed pipe with tubing to
the mains water supply. The overflow must be connected with tubing to an appropriate
container or sink.
Make sure, that the tubing cannot be clogged or bended, and that it continually runs
downhill.

Please note, that the overflowing water may be up to 100ºC hot.

"X"
Feed pipe and overflow are indentified by
arrows. Use temperature resistant mate-
rial for the tubing.

If the second overflow is not required, it

must be closed with a sealing cap.
The evaporation loss can be compensated
by turning on the water supply slightly
(drops). The water flow can be checked
through the opening "X".
The level control system cannot be retro-
fitted!

"Y"

ATTENTION!
Take special care when working at high temperature!
Outside case temperature may be hot!

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11 Cooling system (special equipment only waterbath)

When the water bath is fitted with a

cooling system for faster cooling of
the bath liquid, connection "X" must Y
be linked by tubing to a cold water
mains supply.
Connection "Y" must be run into a sink
by means of tubing.

Use temperature resistant material for the tubing.

Please note, that the overflowing water may be up to 100ºC hot.

The overflow must be connected with tubing to an appropriate container or sink. Make
sure, that the tubing cannot be clogged or bended, and that it continually runs downhill.

12 Shaking Device
(special equipment only waterbaths WB 14 and WB 22)

Description The shaking device moves back and forth with a frequency of approx. 10
to 150 movements per minute. The frequency is electronically controlled
and infinitely variable. Using the screw on the panel the frequency can be
locked. The distance covered by one movement is 15mm.
Mounting The waterbath can be operated without the shaking device and the
and remov- support frame can be removed from the waterbath. It is especially
ing the advisable to remove the shaking device if the waterbath shall be used at
shaking high temperatures and the shaking device is not needed (otherwise there
device is unnecessary loss of water by evaporation).
Additionally to the removing of the shaking device itself, the side cover has
to be replaced by the second side cover which was delivered with the
waterbath. To mount the shaking device, please perform the described
tasks in reverse order.
If you have a water bath with a rectangular opening of the tub, it is
necessary to place the provided mounting frame on the tub prior to the
mounting of the shaking device.

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12.1 Initial operation

Mains con- The supply mains has to be positioned making sure that it does not come
nection into contact with any hot parts.

Filling of the In order to protect the stainless steel parts of the waterbath as well as the
waterbath shaking device from corrosion it is necessary to use demineralized water.
The bath has to be filled in such way that the distance between the top edge
of the waterbath and the water level is at least 10 mm and no more than 50
mm (with loaded shaking device).
Attention! Dependent on the load in the shaking device and the desired
shaking frequency the water in the bath as well as the fluid in the shaking
device ( which might be aggressive) may spill over.
In this case please adjust either the shaking frequency or the water level but
do not leave more than 50 mm distance between top edge of the waterbath
and water level.

Turn on Turn main switch 1 on the shaking

the shaking device to position I, the green light 2 5
4 6
device indicates "ready for operation". 3 7

2 8
The shaking frequency is adjusted
9 3
using button 3. 1

0 10

0
power reset

2 4 1

For your protection the device is equipped with an overload sensitive automatic switch
off. If the green lamp is lit but the shaking device does not move despite an appropri-
ate setting of the shaking frequency, this safety device has stopped the equipment.

In this case please check if there is overload of the device or if something got stuck
between the moving parts.

Remove the overload condition and restart the unit by pressing the reset button 4.

Cleaning and maintenance

Please see "cleaning and maintenance" in the operating instructions for the water
baths.

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13 Cleaning and maintenance

By regular cleaning of the easy to clean the tank, residues are

avoided which at continuous influence can impair the outfit and
function of the water-/oilbath.

The unit can be cleaned with commercial stainless steel cleaning agent. Please note that
objects liable to rust must not be placed into the bath. Rust sediments lead to
contamination of the stainless steel tank or external casing.
If rust stains caused by contamination occur on the tank surface, the affected areas must
be cleaned and polished immediately.
Limeresidues can be removed by vinegar or citron-solutions.
On units with gable cover we recommend that the hinge bolts are oiled from time to time if
the bath is used frequently.

14 Checklist for rectifying faults

Fault Cause
Main switch pushed, Equipment not connected
green lamp in main switch-module Lamp faulty
remains dark Main fuse defective
No temperature indication on the Microfuse defective
display T32mA 250 V∼ on printed wiring board 55139.x
Yellow lamp in main switch module Ambient temperature too high, working tem-
remains dark perature in oven higher than the working
temperature set with rotary knob (setpoint).
Lamp faulty
Red lamp in main switch module Temperature safety device is actuated (see
lighted chapter 8).
Display: "E-1" Circuit element TRIAC defective,
in working controller module send controller back to Memmert for exchange.
Display: "E-2 Power board defective,
in working controller module send controller back to Memmert for exchange.
Display: "E-3 Pt 100 defective
in working controller module actual temperature out of range
Display: "E-4 Internal Configuration Error,
in working controller module Turn off the oven, then turn it back "on".

In case of a malfunction contact an authorized service station for Memmert equipment or

please inform the Memmert service department.

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The details in these Operation Instructions must be carefully observed in order to ensure
satisfactory operation.

Any warranty and claims for damage are excluded if these instructions are disregarded.

We reserve the right to make changes in technical specifications.

Dimensions subject to confirmation

Standard units are safety-approved and bear the test marks:

15 Our Address MEMMERT GmbH+Co.KG

P.O.Box 17 20, 91107 Schwabach
Federal Republic of Germany
: +49 9122 / 925-0
Fax: +49 9122 / 14585
Internet: www.memmert.com
Direct dialling-in service department:
: +49 9122/925-143
E-Mail: service@memmert.com

 by MEMMERT GmbH+Co.KG

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EC Declaration of Conformity
Manufacturer´s name and address: MEMMERT GmbH + Co. KG
Äußere Rittersbacher Straße 38
D-91126 Schwabach
Product: Waterbath / Oilbath
Type: WB … / OB …
Sizes: 7 / 10 / 14 / 22 / 29 / 45
Nominal voltage: AC 230 V 50/60 Hz
alternative AC 115 V 50/60 Hz

The designated product is in conformity with the European EMC-Directive

89/336/EEC
including amendments

Council Directive of 03 May 1989 on the approximation of the laws of the Member States relating to
electromagnetic compatibility.

Full compliance with the standards listed below proves the conformity of the designated product with the essential
protection requirements of the above-mentioned EC Directive:

DIN EN 61 326 (VDE 0843 part 20): 1998-01 EN 61 326: 1997

DIN EN 61 326/A1 (VDE 0843 part 20/A1): 1999-05 EN 61 326: 1997/A1 : 1998
RFI suppression: Class B
DIN EN 61 000-3-11 (VDE 0838 part 11): 2001-04 EN 61 000-3-11: 2000

The designated product is in conformity with the European Low Voltage Directive

73/23/EEC
including amendments

Council Directive on the approximation of the laws of the Member States relating to Electrical
equipment for use within certain voltage limits.

Full compliance with the standards listed below proves the conformity of the designated product with the essential
protection requirements of the above-mentioned EC Directive:

DIN EN 61 010-1 (VDE 0411 part 1): 1994-03 EN 61 010-1: 1993

DIN EN 61 010-2-010 (VDE 0411 part 2-010): 1995-03 EN 61 010-2-010: 1994

Schwabach, 21.03.03

(Legally binding signature of the issuer)

This declaration certifies compliance with the above mentioned directives but does not include a property assurance. The safety
note given in the product documentation which are part of the supply, must be observed.

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EC Declaration of Conformity
Manufacturer´s name and address: MEMMERT GmbH + Co. KG
Äußere Rittersbacher Straße 38
D-91126 Schwabach
Product: Shaking device
Type: M00
Sizes: SV1422
Nominal voltage: AC 230 V 50/60 Hz
alternative AC 115 V 50/60 Hz

The designated product is in conformity with the European EMC-Directive

89/336/EEC
including amendments

Council Directive of 03 May 1989 on the approximation of the laws of the Member States relating to
electromagnetic compatibility.

Full compliance with the standards listed below proves the conformity of the designated product with the essential
protection requirements of the above-mentioned EC Directive:

DIN EN 61 326 (VDE 0843 part 20): 1998-01 EN 61 326: 1997

DIN EN 61 326/A1 (VDE 0843 part 20/A1): 1999-05 EN 61 326: 1997/A1 : 1998
RFI suppression: Class B

The designated product is in conformity with the European Low Voltage Directive

73/23/EEC
including amendments

Council Directive on the approximation of the laws of the Member States relating to Electrical
equipment for use within certain voltage limits.

Full compliance with the standards listed below proves the conformity of the designated product with the essential
protection requirements of the above-mentioned EC Directive:

DIN EN 61 010-1 (VDE 0411 part 1): 1994-03 EN 61 010-1: 1993

DIN EN 61 010-2-010 (VDE 0411 part 2-010): 1995-03 EN 61 010-2-010: 1994

Schwabach, 21.03.03

(Legally binding signature of the issuer)

This declaration certifies compliance with the above mentioned directives but does not include a property assurance. The safety
note given in the product documentation which are part of the supply, must be observed.

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16 Index

programming of an on-delay
A and a hold time .................................... 15
alarm .......................................................22 protection of the load ............................... 22
ambient conditions .....................................3 protection of unit and environment ........... 22
C Q
checklist for rectifying faults...................... 28 quality of material....................................... 3
cleaning .............................................27, 28
R
cleaning and maintenance .........................27
cooling system ..........................................25 restart ...................................................... 27
restart ...................................................... 20
D rotary knob ...................................................
delay .................... 10, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 20 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17,
18, 20, 28
E
S
electrical supply ..........................................3
end of the program...................................20 safety device................... 3, 6, 21, 22, 27, 28
explanation of signs ....................................2 set ................................................................
7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18,
F 19, 22, 28, 32
flat cover ..................................................23 set up for operating status and for program
sequences .............................................. 1
G set-button .................................... 7, 8, 9, 20
gable cover.........................................23, 28 setting temperature range........................... 3
special functions....................................... 10
H supervision of the program flow ................ 19
heat .........................................................23
T
hold .............................................................
....8. 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, technical data summary .............................. 2
19, 20, 32 temp........................................................ 10
temperature fluctuation .............................. 2
I temperature limiting device ....................... 21
installation......................................... 2, 4, 5 temperature range...................................... 3
temperature setting .............................. 8, 12
L timer setting....................................... 10, 20
limeresidues..............................................28 transport.............................................. 2, 21
loop-function................................................. turn on the shaking device ........................ 27
............ 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18
U
M unit protection ........................................... 3
main switch module........................6, 22, 28
maintenance.........................................2, 27
W
mounting and removing the shaking device 26 working controller module ..............................
......11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 20, 28
N working controller module ......................... 7
normal operation ..................................1, 11 working temperature range......................... 3
P
possible problems during the first run ........21
power ..............................................2, 3, 28
programming of an on-delay ... 14, 15, 17, 18

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nominal temperature=themaximum adjustable set-temperature of the oven

ambient temperature=the continuous temperature of the room in which the oven is set
up

set temperaturedependent on operation=the integrated digital timer for the hold time
starts no earlier than the temperature in the chamber has reached the setpoint to least
0.5°C at 95°C norminal temperature resp. 2°C at 200°C nominal temperature.
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