
WHITEHALL MANUFACTURING • P.O. BOX 3527 • City of Industry, CA 91744-0527 U.S.A
Phone (800) 782-7706 • (626) 968-6681 • Fax (626) 855-4862 • Web: www.whitehallmfg.com
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Instructions for Operation and Care of Mobil 8 Pack Thermalator
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MAINTENANCE
1. Routine Maintenance (As Needed)
The Thermalator design is nearly maintenance-free. It
should, under most conditions, give many years of reliable
service. Clean and replace the Thermal Packs as
described below.
Destroy or discard any contaminated Thermal Packs.
Always keep the Thermal Packs under water. Replace
any water that has evaporated.
See Care and Cleaning
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2. Monthly Maintenance
See Care and Cleaning
Clean wire rack and insert using mild soap. Rinse
thoroughly with clean tap water. Dry with soft cloth.
Scrub your Thermal Packs with warm soap and
water.
Keep the pH (a measure of acidity of the water)
between 7.4 and 7.8 to reduce the scaling and residue
build-up.
3. Yearly Maintenance
Replace worn out Thermal Packs. When The packs
begin to wear out, the non-toxic filler oozes through the
fabric and seams. The individual cells seem empty.
These packs don't hold the heat. Throw away worn
Thermal Packs.
1 - Test for leakage current, dielectric strength, and
receptacle polarity and ground. If you need test
details, call the number listed on the back page.
2 - Check the power cord and plug. They should be
free of cuts, abrasion and other damage. Replace
the power cord assembly if it is damaged. Use only
factory authorized replacement parts.
3 - Remove the bottom cover and check all electrical
components and connections. Replace any parts
that are in questionable condition. Use only factory
authorized replacement parts.
Have a professional electrician thoroughly check the
following:
There are no user serviceable parts inside the unit.
Refer all service and repair to Whitehall or a licensed
technician. Do not attempt to take the unit apart,
modify or interfere with the components or electrical
parts. Doing so is hazardous and voids all warranties.
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STORAGE
1. Storing the Thermalator
Place the Thermalator upright in a dry area away from
any chemicals.
See Care and Cleaning
2. Storing the Thermal Packs
Scrub your Thermal Packs with warm soap and
water.
1 - Put the moist Thermal Pack in a plastic bag.
Dry
Moist and Cold
2 - Seal the bag.
3 - Store the bag in the freezer (recommended) or
refrigerator.
1 - Air dry the Thermal Pack completely in a well
ventilated area. The filler will become
hard and caked. This doesn't hurt the bags;
more Pre- S o a k i n g t i m e i s t h e n
necessary.
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Before cleaning the appliance, be sure to turn power
switch "OFF" and unplug the unit from the electrical
receptacle. If necessary, empty (drain) the appliance by
following instructions as outlined in the "EMPTYING your
unit" section.
CARE AND CLEANING
ŸUse only appropriate cleaning materials and tools for
cleaning the unit. Ensure all cleaning materials are
removed before use. It is the responsibility of the
user to decontaminate and clean any spillage of
hazardous materials before use.
ŸClean regularly for optimal service and operation.
ŸFill daily with water. Water is constantly lost during
operation due to evaporation.
ŸChlorine in regular tap water may be present in high
enough concentrations to damage the unit.
ŸInspect the power cord for wear, fraying, and other
visible damage during regular cleaning.
ŸInspect the heating element for pitting and other
visible damage during regular cleaning intervals.
ŸNo bleach or any cleaner with high chlorine content
should be used under any circumstance.