General lab & storage
Water bath
A tank of water held at a constant set temperature, used to warm, incubate or melt samples gently and evenly.
- Pharmaceutical
- Microbiology
- Food & dairy
- Clinical laboratories
- Research
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE
Maintenance checklist
Daily / each use
- Check the water level and top up with purified water
- Check the displayed temperature
Weekly
- Drain, clean and refill with fresh purified water
- Wipe the lid and racks
Monthly / quarterly
- Descale if deposits build up
- Check the over-temperature cut-out
Six-monthly / annual
- Calibrate temperature accuracy and uniformity against a reference thermometer
SAFETY
Safety precautions
Before you work on the Water bath
- Hot water and containers can cause burns; use heat-resistant gloves.
- Keep electrical connections dry and unplug the bath before draining or filling it.
- Do not heat flammable liquids in an open water bath.
In LimsPulse · Calibration Management
Keep every Water bath in control: usage logs, calibration and maintenance schedules, and automatic blocking of overdue instruments.