Helmer PC100i Operation Manual

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Page 1 Horizon Series™ ® Model Group i.Series Horizon Series Countertop PC100i, PC900i, PC1200i (Version A) PC100h, PC900h, PC1200h (Version A) Floor PC2200i, PC3200i, PC4200i (Version A) PC2200h, PC3200h, PC4200h (Version A) HELMER SCIENTIFIC 14400 Bergen Boulevard Noblesville, IN 46060 USA PH +1.317.773.9073...
Page 2 Document History Revision Date Supersession Revision Description Supersedes A, 28 JUN 2013 8414 B, C, D, E, F, G, Revised layout for ease of navigation and locating information. H, I, J, K ► Added 100 V information. 23 DEC 2013 8965 M supersedes L ► Added caution note for remote alarm interface.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Section I: General Information ........4 1 About this Manual .
Page 4 Section III: Horizon Series™ Models ........18 10 Operation .
Page 5: Section I: General Information
Generic references are used throughout this manual to group models that contain similar features. For example, “PC100 models” refers to all models of that size (PC100i, PC100h). This manual covers all platelet incubators, which may be identified singly, by their size, or by their respective “Series.”...
Page 6: Product Labels
► Proceed with caution when adding and removing samples from the platelet incubator. ► Use supplied power cord only. ► Using the equipment in a manner not specified by Helmer Scientific may impair the protection provided by the equipment. ► Decontaminate parts prior to sending for service or repair. Contact Helmer Scientific or your distributor for decontamination instructions and a Return Authorization Number.
Page 7: General Recommendations
General Information General Recommendations Intended Use Helmer platelet incubators are intended to provide the controlled temperature environment required for the storage of platelet products. The devices are intended to be operated by personnel who have procedures in place for meeting FDA, AABB, EU or any other applicable regulations for the processing and storage of platelet products.
Page 8: Compliance
General Information PC100 PC900 PC1200 PC2200 PC3200 PC4200 Environmental ► Indoor use only ► Altitude (maximum): 2000 m ► Ambient temperature range: 15 °C to 35 °C ► Relative humidity (maximum for ambient temperature): 80% for temperatures up to 31 °C, decreasing Application linearly to 50% at 40 °C ► Temperature control range: 20 °C to 35 °C...
Page 9: Installation
General Information Installation Location Requirements ► Has a sturdy, level surface. ► Has a grounded outlet meeting national electric code (NEC) and local electrical requirements. ► Is clear of direct sunlight, high temperature sources, and heating and air conditioning vents. ► Countertop models: Minimum 4”...
Page 10: Install And Change Chart Paper
General Information 6.2.1 Install and Change Chart Paper Press and hold C button. When stylus begins to move left, release button. The LED flashes to indicate current temperature range. When stylus stops moving, remove chart knob then move knob up and away from chart paper. Place new chart paper on chart recorder.
Page 11: Maintenance Schedule
General Information Maintenance Schedule Maintenance tasks should be completed according to the following schedule. Refer to the service manual for more detail on the various tasks. NOTE These are recommended minimum requirements. Regulations for your organization or physical conditions at your organization may require maintenance items to be performed more frequently, or only by designated service personnel.
Page 12: Section Ii: I.series Models
8.2 Configure a Platelet Agitator for Use in an i.Series Incubator (Optional) Helmer i.Series platelet agitators may be installed in a stand-alone configuration, or in Helmer i.Series platelet incubators. ► Motion data is transmitted from the platelet agitator, through the data cable, to the platelet incubator. ► The platelet incubator interprets the motion data and generates its own motion alarm, based on its own alarm delay period.
Page 13: Load The Pc4200H Built-In Agitator
i.Series® Models Load the PC4200h Built-In Agitator NOTE ► This chapter applies to PC4200h models only. ► For instsructions in loading all other platelet agitator models, refer to the platelet agitator operation manual. Capacity Model Random Bags Apheresis Bags PF4200i CAUTION When opening drawer, grasp handle (not label holder).
Page 14: Main Screen Functions
► Settings for agitator alarms Product/company information ► Software versions for the control and display components of the monitoring system ► Helmer contact information i.Help ► View real-time agitation speed and cycle counts ► View historical agitation event logs and details ► Reset agitator cycle counters...
Page 15: Chamber Setpoint
i.Series® Models Chamber Setpoint Temperature monitor/controller display and buttons. NOTE ► Default setpoint is 22.0 °C ► Displayed chamber temperature may be different than setpoint. ► Refer to the service manual for program parameters and default parameter values. On the temperature controller, press and hold ► The temperature controller displays the current setpoint.
Page 16: Change System Password
i.Series® Models Features accessible from the Main screen: ► View Event Log data ► Start or stop system alarm tests and view incubator status ► View and edit configuration settings ► View product and company information ► Access the i.Help system 8.6.1 Change System Password The default password is 1234.
Page 17: Mute An Active Alarm
i.Series® Models 8.6.4 Mute an Active Alarm ► By default audible alarms are set to ON. ► Alarms that are activated while existing alarms are muted are audible. ► The mute timer may be reset with each new active alarm. ► Muting an alarm does not clear the visual alarm.
Page 18: Alarm Panel
Flash port Alarm buzzer Remote alarm interface Chamber B A B Chamber probes (multiple models shown). Label Description Temperature control and temperature chart recorder probe Temperature monitoring probe Tube for alarm checks (PC100i) Lower probe (PC2200i, 3200i, and 4200i) 360093-1/P...
Page 19: Section Iii: Horizon Series™ Models
► The door switch may be bypassed by opening the door and pulling the switch cylinder. 10.2 Configure a Platelet Agitator for Use in a Horizon Series Incubator (Optional) Helmer Horizon Series platelet agitators may be installed in a stand-alone configuration, or in Helmer Horizon Series platelet incubators. NOTE Refer to the platelet agitator service manual for information regarding the installation of a platelet agitator in a platelet incubator.
Page 20: Chamber Setpoint
Horizon Series™ Models 10.4 Chamber Setpoint Temperature monitor/controller display and buttons. NOTE ► Default setpoint is 22.0 °C ► Displayed chamber temperature may be different than setpoint. ► Refer to the service manual for program parameters and default parameter values. On the temperature controller, press and hold ► The temperature controller displays the current setpoint.
Page 21: Low Alarm Setpoint
Horizon Series™ Models Exit program mode: Hold Up Arrow and Down Arrow until current chamber temperature setpoint is displayed. 10.5.2 Low Alarm Setpoint NOTE ► Default setpoint is 20.0 °C. ► Alarm activates if the chamber temperature is less than the alarm setpoint ► Refer to the service manual for program parameters and default parameter values.
Page 22: Motion Alarm Volume (Pc4200H)
Horizon Series™ Models Change the alarm volume: Switch the AC ON/OFF switch OFF. Disconnect the platelet incubator from AC power. The Power Failure alarm will sound. On the top of the platelet incubator, remove the access panel. Increase or decrease alarm volume by turning the volume control to the appropriate position. Reinstall the access panel on the platelet incubator.
Page 23: Alarm Delay Settings
Horizon Series™ Models 10.7 Alarm Delay Settings 10.7.1 Temperature Alarm Delay NOTICE ► Before changing the temperature alarm delay, protect items in the platelet incubator from extended exposure to adverse temperature. ► Allow platelet incubator temperature to stabilize at the setpoint after extended power down.
Page 24: Motion Alarm Delay (Pc4200H)
Horizon Series™ Models 10.7.2 Motion Alarm Delay (PC4200h) The duration of time between when agitation stops and when the alarm sounds is the alarm delay. Alarm delay control (circled). The default motion alarm delay is set at the halfway point (approximately 4 to 5 minutes). To change the motion alarm delay, use a small flat-head screwdriver.
Page 25: Enable Or Disable Audible Alarms With The Alarm Key Switch
Horizon Series™ Models 10.9 Enable or Disable Audible Alarms with the Alarm Key Switch NOTE Disabling alarms with the alarm key switch does not disable alarm messages or the alarm signal sent through the remote alarm interface. Left: Alarm key switch (PC4200h). Right: Alarm key switch (all other Horizon Series models). Enable audible alarms: ► Turn the Alarm ON/OFF key switch ON ► Turn the Alarm ON/OFF key switch to position 1 (PC4200h)
Page 26: Components
Horizon Series™ Models Components 11.1 Control Door Control door (circled). 11.2 Control Panel Horizon Series control panel, behind control door. Label Description Main power switch Temperature monitor/controller Key switch Alarm backup battery 360093-1/P...
Page 27: Alarm Panel
Horizon Series™ Models 11.3 Alarm Panel Left: PC100h alarm panel. Right: PC4200h alarm panel. Label Description Remote alarm interface Alarm buzzer Circuit breakers Power connector Remote alarm interface Alarm buzzer Motion alarm buzzer (PC4200h) Alarm volume control (PC4200h) Data port (PC4200h) Alarm delay control (PC4200h) 11.4 Chamber...
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Helmer PC100i Operation Manual

Section I: General Information

1 About this Manual

2 Safety

3 General Recommendations

Specifications

5 Compliance

6 Installation

7 Maintenance Schedule

Section II: I.series Models

8 Operation

9 Components

Section III: Horizon Series™ Models

10 Operation

11 Components