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Installation - VWR 2005 Installation & Operation Manual

Low temperature incubator

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INSTALLATION

Local city, county or other ordinances may govern the use of this equipment. If you have any questions
about local requirements, please contact the appropriate local agency. Installation may be performed by
the end user.
Under normal circumstances this unit is intended for use indoors, at room temperatures between 5 and
40C, at no greater than 80% Relative Humidity (at 25C) and with a supply voltage that does not vary by
more than 10%. Customer service should be contacted for operating conditions outside of these limits.
This unit should remain upright for 24 hours prior to turning on. This will allow the oil settle to in
the refrigeration compressor.
2.1
Power Source: The electrical supply circuit to the incubator must conform to all national
and local electrical codes. Consult the incubator's serial data plate for the voltage, cycle
wattage and ampere requirements before making connection.
NOT VARY MORE THAN 10% FROM THE SERIAL PLATE RATING. This unit is
intended for 50/60 Hz application.
possible loss of product due to overloading or failure of other equipment on the same
circuit.
2.2
Location: When selecting a site for the incubator, consider all conditions which may
affect performance, such as extreme heat from steam radiators, stoves, ovens
autoclaves, etc. Avoid direct sun, fast-moving air currents, heating/cooling ducts, and
high traffic areas. To ensure air circulation around the unit allow a minimum of 20cm
between incubator rear and sides and any walls, partitions or obstructions to free airflow.
2.3
Lifting / Handling: This unit is heavy and care should be taken to use appropriate lifting
devices that are sufficiently rated for these loads. Units should only be lifted from their
bottom surfaces. Doors, handles and knobs are not adequate for lifting or stabilization.
The unit should be completely restrained from tipping during lifting or transport. All
moving parts, such as shelves and trays should be removed and doors need to be
positively locked in the closed position during transfer to prevent shifting and damage.
2.4
Leveling: The unit must sit level and solidly. Turn the leveling feet counterclockwise to
raise level. If the unit must be moved, turn the leveling feet in all the way to prevent
bending and damage.
2.5
Cleaning: The incubator interior was cleaned at the factory, but not sterilized. Remove
all interior parts and clean with a disinfectant that is appropriate for your application. DO
NOT USE abrasives as this will damage the incubators interior. DO NOT USE spray
cleaners that might leak through opening and cracks and get on electrical parts or that
may contain solvents that will harm the coatings. A thorough periodic cleaning is strongly
recommended.
WARNING:
connected to the electrical supply. Always disconnect the unit from the electrical service
when cleaning and assure all volatile or flammable cleaners are evaporated and dry
before reattaching the unit to the power supply.
Never clean the unit with alcohol or flammable cleaners with the unit
A separate circuit is recommended to prevent
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