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Model 3100 Series Forma Series II Water Jacket CO Incubator Operating and Maintenance Manual 7053110 Rev. 2 Visit us online to register your warranty www.thermoscientific.com/labwarranty...
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Preface Preface Table 1. Single Chamber Models Model CO2 Sensor* Voltage ** Temp Max 3110 3111 3120 3121 3130 3131 3140 3141 *T/C is a thermal conductivity sensor. IR is an infrared sensor. **All units are 50/60 Hz. MANUAL NUMBER 7053110...
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In no event shall Thermo be held liable for any damages, direct or incidental, arising out of or related to the use of this manual. Intended Use: The Thermo Scientific Water-jacketed CO incubators listed in this manual are intended to provide an environment with controlled temperature and Carbon Dioxide (CO...
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Always use the proper protective equipment (clothing, gloves, goggles, etc.) 4 Always dissipate extreme cold or heat and wear protective clothing. 4 Always follow good hygiene practices. 4 Each individual is responsible for his or her own safety. Thermo Scientific Water Jacketed CO Incubator...
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• Repairs to parts or systems resulting from unauthorized unit modifications. • Any labor costs other than that specified during the parts and labor warranty period, which may include additional warranty on CO sensors, blower motors, water jackets, etc. Thermo Scientific Water Jacketed CO Incubator...
• Leveling Legs - Used to level the unit. • Water Jacket Drain – Use hose barb insert included. Note The incubators are stackable. Instructions follow in this section. Thermo Scientific Water Jacketed CO Incubator...
• %CO2/O2 Display - Can be programmed to display CO continuously or O continuously (on units equipped with O ), or toggle between and O (on units equipped with O ) See Configuration Section. Water Jacketed CO Incubator Thermo Scientific...
The upper dis- play can display temp or RH, or toggle between them. The bottom dis- play can display CO or O , or toggle between them. See Section 3, Configuration. Thermo Scientific Water Jacketed CO Incubator...
3. Position the door opening away from forced air heating and cooling ducts as these can carry dust, dirt, and other contaminants into the incubator chamber, as well as negatively affect the door opening recovery time. Water Jacketed CO Incubator Thermo Scientific...
(Figure 1-4). 2. Note the two slots in the base of the incubator which accommodate the stacking bolts. Refer to Figure 1-5. Figure 1-4. Remove Base Cover Plate Figure 1-5. Stacking Bolt Slots Thermo Scientific Water Jacketed CO Incubator...
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Secure the brackets to the upper unit with the ¼-20 bolts provided in the stacking kit. A 7/16” wrench or socket is required for the bolts. Water Jacketed CO Incubator Thermo Scientific...
3. After installing the top duct, connect the filter assembly to the tubing coming through the top duct. 4. Insert the free end of the air sample filter tubing into the larger hole in the back of the blower scroll. See Figure 1-9 for completed configuration. Thermo Scientific Water Jacketed CO Incubator...
Side Duct the chamber. Figure 1-10. Shelf Channels and Side Duct 2. Referring to Figure 1-10, note that there is no difference between left and right side shelf channels. Water Jacketed CO Incubator Thermo Scientific...
Position the unit to allow unobstructed access to the power cord so that it can be easily disconnected in case of an emergency. Plug the provided power cord into the power inlet connector (Figure 1-13) and into the grounded dedicated circuit. Thermo Scientific Water Jacketed CO Incubator...
0.2 gallons (0.8 liters) of water in the jacket. The rust inhibitor must be replenished every 2 years. See Section 5 to drain water from the jacket and add the correct proportion of rust inhibitor mixture back into the jacket. 1-10 Water Jacketed CO Incubator Thermo Scientific...
Caution Check the level and change the water frequently to avoid contamination. Do not allow the water level to fluctuate significantly. “Dry-outs” will have an adverse effect on the humidity level as well as CO calibration. Thermo Scientific Water Jacketed CO Incubator 1-11...
N those units with an O control system. Connecting a flammable or toxic gas can result in a hazardous condition. Gases other than CO or N should not be connected to this equipment. 1-12 Water Jacketed CO Incubator Thermo Scientific...
See Chart 1-1 for more detail. Caution It is the responsibility of the user to validate the proper operation of each incubator in their specific application(s) with respect to unit location, operating environment, and settings. Thermo Scientific Water Jacketed CO Incubator 1-13...
Section 1 Installation and Start-Up Setting the Operating Models 3110/3111 have an operating temperature (setpoint) range of 10 to 55°C, Models 3120/3121 at 10 to 50°C, and Models 3130/3131, Temperature 3140/3141 at 10 to 45°C. The incubator can only accurately control...
3. Press the up/down arrow until the desired CO setpoint is displayed. 4. Press Enter to save the setpoint. 5. Press the Mode key until the Run Indicator lights to go to Run mode or right/left to go to next/previous parameter. Thermo Scientific Water Jacketed CO Incubator 1-15...
3. Press the up/down arrow until the desired O setpoint is displayed. 4. Press Enter to save the setpoint. 5. Press the Mode key until the Run Indicator lights to go to Run mode or right/left to go to next/previous parameter. 1-16 Water Jacketed CO Incubator Thermo Scientific...
Scroll for Parameters Press to return Numbers decrease to previous parameter Numbers increase Press Enter Percent O XX.X% Enter Mode to save setting Scroll for Parameters Press to return Numbers decrease to previous parameter Thermo Scientific Water Jacketed CO Incubator 1-17...
Fyrite® sensor. Read and understand all reference instrument operating manuals before use. Double-check all values entered into the incubator for accuracy before completing the calibration and returning the unit to service. Thermo Scientific Water Jacketed CO Incubator...
5. Press the Mode key to return to Run, or the right/left arrow to go to the next/previous parameter. Calibrating T/C CO Models 3110, 3111, 3130 and 3131 have a thermal conductivity (T/C) sensor. Thermal conductivity of the incubator atmosphere is not only System...
A new CO calibration value is stored in memory for use as the 0.0% CO reference point. The keypad/ control panel is locked during calibration, with the message center reading CO2 AUTO CAL. Thermo Scientific Water Jacketed CO Incubator...
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20.7% method and display a sensor fault as required (Section 4); thus, it is important to calibrate the system using this method before each test experiment, or at least every 6 months. Water Jacketed CO Incubator Thermo Scientific...
20.7. 8. Press the Mode key to return to Run. A new O span value is stored in memory for use as the 20.7% O2 reference point. The keypad/control panel is "locked-up" during calibration. Thermo Scientific Water Jacketed CO Incubator...
2. Press the right arrow key until RH CAL XX% appears in message center. 3. Press the up/down arrow to match the display to the independent instrument. 4. Press Enter to store the calibration. 5. Press the Mode key to return to Run Mode. Water Jacketed CO Incubator Thermo Scientific...
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2. With a full humidity pan and stable temperature, the relative humidity in the chamber will be 95%. 3. Using Steps 3-5 of the relative humidity sensor adjustment above, adjust the display to 95%. Thermo Scientific Water Jacketed CO Incubator...
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Numbers increase Press Enter to Percent RH Enter Mode RH CAL save the setting (when RH option is in use) Scroll for Parameters Press to return Numbers decrease to previous parameter Water Jacketed CO Incubator Thermo Scientific...
For example, if 12 months was chosen in the REPL HEPA XX message screen, the NEW HEPA number would be 365 days. 4. Press the Mode key to return to Run Mode. Thermo Scientific Water Jacketed CO Incubator...
3. Press the up/down arrow to change the access code. 4. Press Enter to save the access code. 5. Press the Mode key to return to Run Mode or right/left to go to next/previous parameter. Water Jacketed CO Incubator Thermo Scientific...
3. Press the up/down arrow to change the high temp alarm limit. 4. Press Enter to save the high temp alarm limit. 5. Press the Mode key to return to Run Mode or right/left to go to next/previous parameter. Thermo Scientific Water Jacketed CO Incubator...
(tracking alarm) is the deviation from the CO setpoint that will cause a high CO alarm. The setpoint is variable from Alarm Limit 0.5% CO above setpoint to 5.0% CO above setpoint. The factory setting is 1.0% CO above setpoint. Water Jacketed CO Incubator Thermo Scientific...
Note For the technician’s convenience, a second label containing the two numbers is supplied with the new T/C cell and should be applied to cover the original label, inside the electronics drawer. Thermo Scientific Water Jacketed CO Incubator...
3. Press the up/down arrow to change the RH low alarm limit. 4. Press Enter to save the RH low alarm limit. 5. Press the Mode key to return to Run Mode or right/left to go to next/previous parameter. Water Jacketed CO Incubator Thermo Scientific...
3. Press the up/down arrow to change the low O alarm limit. 4. Press Enter to save the low O alarm limit. 5. Press the Mode key to return to Run Mode or right/left to go to next/previous parameter. Thermo Scientific Water Jacketed CO Incubator...
3. Press the up/down arrow to toggle the setting ON/OFF. 4. Press Enter to save the setting. 5. Press the Mode key to return to Run mode or right/left to go to next/previous parameter. Water Jacketed CO Incubator Thermo Scientific...
3. Press the up/down arrow to toggle the setting ON/OFF. 4. Press Enter to save the setpoint. 5. Press the Mode key to return to Run mode or right/left to go to next/previous parameter. Thermo Scientific Water Jacketed CO Incubator...
3. Press the up/down arrow to change the RS485 address. 4. Press Enter to save the RS485 address. 5. Press the Mode key to return to Run mode or right/left to go to next/previous parameter. 3-10 Water Jacketed CO Incubator Thermo Scientific...
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Numbers increase High Temp Press Enter to Mode Enter TMP HI XX.XC save the setting Alarm Limit Scroll for Parameters Numbers decrease Press to return to previous parameter continue on next page Thermo Scientific Water Jacketed CO Incubator 3-11...
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Press Enter to Enter Mode RH RLY RH Relay ON/OFF save the setting Scroll for Parameters Press to return Disable relay contacts (OFF) to previous parameter during RH alarm refer to next page 3-12 Water Jacketed CO Incubator Thermo Scientific...
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Section 3 Configuration Thermo Scientific Water Jacketed CO Incubator 3-13...
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Numbers decrease Press to return to previous parameter Numbers increase Press Enter to Enter Mode 485 ADDR XX RS485 save the setting Scroll for Parameters Press to return Numbers decrease to previous parameter 3-14 Water Jacketed CO Incubator Thermo Scientific...
When multiple alarm conditions occur, active messages are displayed in the message center one at a time, updating at 5 second intervals. Pressing Silence during multiple alarms causes all active alarms to be silenced and to ring back in 15 minutes. Thermo Scientific Water Jacketed CO Incubator...
(see Section 4), to ensure proper operation. Should an error be detected, the incubator sounds an alarm and displays the appropriate message. If such an alarm occurs, contact your local distributor or the Technical Services department. Water Jacketed CO Incubator Thermo Scientific...
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The CO display is locked at 00.0 without injection. Turning the incubator off and on will not clear the alarm. Only proper connections of all the components corrects the alarm. Thermo Scientific Water Jacketed CO Incubator...
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IR SNSR appears in the display, the visual alarm flashes, the audible alarm sounds, and the chamber CO2 control disabled. The CO2 control and alarms can be disabled by changing the setpoint to 0.0% (Section 1) or replacing the IR CO2 sensor. Call Technical Services. Water Jacketed CO Incubator Thermo Scientific...
Change HEPA and gas filters, if applicable (or as needed). See “Installing Access Port Filter, “Installing Air Sample Filter”, “Installing HEPA Filter”. Replenish rust inhibitor in water jacket. See “Adding/Replenishing Rust Inhibitor”. Thermo Scientific Water Jacketed CO Incubator...
Call Technical Services. Warning If the unit has been in service, disconnect the power cord from both the unit and the power source, turn off all gas regulators, and allow the unit to cool before disinfecting. Thermo Scientific Water Jacketed CO Incubator...
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10. Install the blower wheel onto the motor shaft, Collar aligning the d-shaped flat sides of each. See Figure Figure 5-2. Align 5-2. Secure the blower wheel with the wingnut. Make sure the wheel turns freely. Water Jacketed CO Incubator Thermo Scientific...
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18. Install the shelves and spray with 70% alcohol. 19. Plug the incubator in and turn the power switch on. Allow the unit to run with the chamber empty, heat only, for 24 hours before returning to service. Thermo Scientific Water Jacketed CO Incubator...
5. Install the saved nylon screws in the previous locations of the outer door hinges. 6. Remove and save the four nylon screws from what will be the new locations for the inner door hinges. Water Jacketed CO Incubator Thermo Scientific...
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16. Remove the two outer Phillips screws on the frame just beneath the control panel. Remove only the two outer screws and pull the electronics drawer out about one inch. Thermo Scientific Water Jacketed CO Incubator...
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Section 5 Routine Maintenance Illustration A. Disassembly Illustration B. Reassembly Water Jacketed CO Incubator Thermo Scientific...
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Turn power switch on. Allow the unit to run until the temperature stabilizes. Check for proper unit operation, especially inner door heater and gasket seal. Clean and disinfect the unit before returning to service. Thermo Scientific Water Jacketed CO Incubator...
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CO Solenoid Power (valve on top) (valve on bottom) Supply Fuse for Accessory Analog Module Outlet Board O Module Power Transformer Export Only Power Microprocessor Board Transformer Power Switch/ Circuit Breaker Figure 5-8. Electronics Drawer Thermo Scientific Water Jacketed CO Incubator...
2. Remove the front cover plate below the door. There are small flatblade screwdriver pry slots on each end of the plate to help remove it. See Figure 5-9. Figure 5-9. Front Cover Plate Below the Door 5-10 Water Jacketed CO Incubator Thermo Scientific...
Add the rust inhibitor/water solution to the water jacket and continue to fill the jacket per Filling Water Jacket, Section 1. Rust Inhibitor (0.5 lb.) bag 1900100 Rust Inhibitor (800ml) bottle 1900101 (use in units with a cooling coil) Thermo Scientific Water Jacketed CO Incubator 5-11...
If the liquid electrolyte is leaking, follow local EHS policies with regards to personal protective equipment, cleaning, and disposal. Figure 5-12. Underside View of Top of Chamber Figure 5-13. Detail 5-12 Water Jacketed CO Incubator Thermo Scientific...
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O CAL@20.7% method as described in Section 2. 11. Allow the unit to run until the temperature stabilizes. Check the O and CO operation and return the unit to service. Thermo Scientific Water Jacketed CO Incubator 5-13...
RH alarm. See Section 3, System Configuration. Note After connecting the incubator to the external alarm system, verify proper alarm operation by simply placing the incubator power switch to its off position to simulate a power outage condition. Thermo Scientific Water Jacketed CO Incubator...
Note After connecting the Model 1535 Alarm System to the incubator, verify that there are no RS485 communication errors per the Model 1535 operating manual. Simulate incubator failures of each module to verify proper Model 1535 operation. Water Jacketed CO Incubator Thermo Scientific...
If the unit has been in service, disconnect the power cord from both the unit and the power source, turn off all gas regulators, and disconnect all tubing and any other connections from the rear of the electronics drawer. Thermo Scientific Water Jacketed CO Incubator...
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±1 unit. There is no calibration of the analog outputs by the incubator, so the instrument(s) connected to the analog outputs must be calibrated to match the incubator display before returning to service. Water Jacketed CO Incubator Thermo Scientific...
CO2 Inlet #2. Install 3/8” hose clamps to secure the 1/4” ID tubing to the barbed fittings on the regulator and the rear of the electronics drawer. Warning Check for leaks at all connections. Thermo Scientific Water Jacketed CO Incubator...
Silence key on the control panel. A visual alarm in the Message Center will read Tank 1 Low while the audible alarm is sounding, but will be removed after the operator presses the Silence key. Water Jacketed CO Incubator Thermo Scientific...
• purge on incubators with O control. • Humidity levels in O units (Models 3130/3131, 3140/3141) will be reduced, depending on the amount of N required to control the O level in the chamber. Thermo Scientific Water Jacketed CO Incubator...
When the cooling coil is in use, several factors affect the uniformity inside the incubator chamber: the temperature difference between the operating temperature set point and the bath water temperature; the flow rate of the chilled water, and the on-time percentage of the door heaters. Water Jacketed CO Incubator Thermo Scientific...
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For example, if the bath is to be operated at 15°C and the ambient temperature is about 28°C, the RH in the room must be less than 45% to avoid condensation forming between the water jacket and the outside of the cabinet. Thermo Scientific Water Jacketed CO Incubator...
Locate the vinyl tubing and hose clamps shipped inside the incubator. Cut the tubing in half. The bath can be located up to six feet from the incubator. Figure 6-8. Back of Unit 6-10 Water Jacketed CO Incubator Thermo Scientific...
*Specifications are based on nominal voltages of 115V or 230V in ambients of 22°C to 25°C. Temperature Control ±0.1°C Range* +5C above ambient to +55C (models 3110, 3111) +5C above ambient to +50C (models 3120, 3121) +5C above ambient to +45C (models 3130, 3131, 3140, 3141) Uniformity ±0.2°C @ +37°C Sensor...
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Removable, cleanable, feather-edged, silicone Electrical 115V Models 115VAC, 50/60 Hz, 1 PH, 3.6 FLA 230V Models 230VAC, 50/60 Hz, I PH, 2.0 FLA Circuit Breaker/Power Switch 6 Amp/2 Pole Convenience Receptacle 75 Watts max. (one per chamber) Water Jacketed CO Incubator Thermo Scientific...
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2 Pollution Degree describes the amount of conductive pollution present in the operating environment. Pollution Degree 2 assumes that normally only non-conductive pollution such as dust occurs with the exception of occasional conductivity caused by condensation. Thermo Scientific Water Jacketed CO...
P/N 400119, for units prior to Release 7) 1900548 Exterior Door Assembly SRO Spare Parts - 115V 460024 115V Convenience Outlet (3110, 3120, 3130, 3140) 230135 1.0A Fuse for Convenience Outlet 430108 Line Cord (North America 125V/15A) Spare Parts - 230V...
RS-485 Output Kit 1900043 Analog Output* Kit, 4 - 20mA 1900044 Analog Output* Kit, 0 - 5Vdc 1900045 Analog Output* Kit, 0 - 1Vdc 1900046 * select only one type of optional analog output Thermo Scientific Water Jacketed CO Incubator...
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If sleeve is difficult to slide on a new connector, Leave locking sleeve in “exercise” it a few times. unlocked position. Do not use tools. Clearwater Tech - Phone: 800.894.0412 - Fax: 208.368.0415 - Web: www.clrwtr.com - Thermo Scientific Water Jacketed CO Incubator 11-1...
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