Table 5-2. Reid Vapor Pressure Bomb Bath Troubleshooting Chart

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Table 5-2. Reid Vapor Pressure Bomb Bath Troubleshooting Chart

MALFUNCTION

TEST OR INSPECTION

CORRECTIVE ACTION

1. LOSS OF TEMPERATURE (CONTROL OF BATH WATER)

Step 1. Check if stirrer motor is malfunctioning.

a. Check electrical connections to stirrer motor.

b. Check stirrer rod (may be bent), and propeller (may be

missing).

c. Ensure proper water circulation. Connect applicable defect.

Step 2. Inspect heater element for malfunction.

a. Check electrical connections and ensure proper power

supply to elements.

b. Using electrical circuit tester, ensure proper function of

elements. Correct applicable defect.

Step 3. Check if thermoregulator is malfunctioning.

a. Check thermoregulator. Reset and calibrate as required.

b. Check location of thermoregulator, restore to proper

location as required.

c. Check condition of thermoregulator, replace if cracked or

broken. Reset if bubbles are noted in mercury columns.

Step 4. Check for improper water level.

Add water as required up to overflow tube level.

2. BATH DRAIN HAS BEEN OPENED BUT WATER DOES NOT RUN OUT

Step 1. Check for plugged drain or bent tube under trailer.

Check drain and tube. Make applicable corrections.

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