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Thermo Scientific Heratherm IMH 60 Operating Instructions Manual

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  • Page 2 © 2012 Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. All rights reserved. These operating instructions are protected by copyright. Rights resulting thereof, particularly reprint, photomechanical or digital postprocessing or reproduction, even in part, are only allowed with the written consent of Thermo Fisher Sci- entific.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Chapter 1 Safety Notes ........................1-1 Basic Operating Precautions ....................... 1-1 Operational Safety Rules ........................1-2 Warranty ............................1-2 Explanation of Safety Information and Symbols ................. 1-3 Safety Notes and Symbols Used Throughout These Operating Instructions ........1-3 Additional Symbols for Safety Information..................1-4 Symbols on the Incubator.......................
  • Page 4 Contents Data Communications & Alarm Interface ..................4-13 RS-232 Interface........................... 4-13 Alarm Contact..........................4-13 AC Power Socket.......................... 4-13 Fuses............................. 4-13 Work Space Components ......................... 4-14 Inner Chamber ..........................4-14 Connecting Nozzles for Fresh-air Filters (Accessory Items) ............4-14 Access Port ........................... 4-15 Tube Access Ports..........................
  • Page 5 Contents Floor stand incubators........................7-20 Settings .............................7-22 Error Log ............................7-22 Calibration ............................7-23 Date and Time ..........................7-24 Temperature Display Unit ......................7-27 Chapter 8 Shut-down .........................8-1 Shutting the Incubator Down ......................8-1 Chapter 9 Cleaning and Disinfection ....................9-1 Cleaning..............................9-1 Cleaning Exterior Surfaces.......................9-1 Wipe / Spray Disinfection ........................9-1 Preparing the Manual Wipe/Spray Disinfection ................9-2 Predisinfection ..........................9-3 Cleaning............................9-4...
  • Page 6 Contents Heratherm Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 7 Figure 4-3 Heratherm IMH 60-S/ IMH 100-S/ IMH 180-S Series Front View ............ 4-5 Figure 4-4 Heratherm IMH 60-S / IMH 100-S / IMH 180-S Series Rear View ............ 4-6 Figure 4-5 Heratherm IMH 400-S Series Front View .................... 4-7 Figure 4-6 Heratherm IMH 400-S Rear View .......................
  • Page 8 List of Figures Heratherm Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 9: Chapter 1 Safety Notes

    Safety Notes Basic Operating Precautions These operating instructions describe Heratherm incubators. Heratherm incubators have been manufactured to the latest state of the art and have been tested thoroughly for flawless functioning prior to shipping. However, the incubator may present potential hazards, particularly if it is operated by inadequately trained personnel or if it is not used in accordance with the intended purpose.

  • Page 10: Operational Safety Rules

    Safety Notes Operational Safety Rules Operational Safety Rules The following rules must be heeded when working with Heratherm incubators: • Observe the sample weight limits specified for your Heratherm incubator as a whole and its shelving in particular; see “Technical Data” page 13-1.

  • Page 11: Explanation Of Safety Information And Symbols

    Safety Notes Explanation of Safety Information and Symbols Explanation of Safety Information and Symbols Safety Notes and Symbols Used Throughout These Operating Instructions Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injuries. Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injuries.

  • Page 12: Additional Symbols For Safety Information

    Safety Notes Explanation of Safety Information and Symbols Additional Symbols for Safety Information Wear safety gloves! Wear safety goggles! Harmful liquids! Electric shock! Hot surfaces! Fire hazard! Explosion hazard! Suffocation hazard! Biological hazard! Contamination hazard! Danger of tipping! Heratherm Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 13: Symbols On The Incubator

    Safety Notes Explanation of Safety Information and Symbols Symbols on the Incubator Observe operating instructions Mark of conformity USA/Canada 120 Volts AC power socket Alarm contact Thermo Scientific Heratherm...

  • Page 14: Intended Purpose Of The Incubator

    Safety Notes Intended Purpose of the Incubator Intended Purpose of the Incubator Intended Purpose of the Incubator Heratherm incubators are laboratory devices for preparing and cultivating cell and tissue cultures. The devices employ precision temperature control for simulating the specific physiological ambient conditions for these cultures.

  • Page 15: Chapter 2 Delivery Of The Incubator

    Delivery of the Incubator Packaging Heratherm incubators are delivered in a rugged packaging box. All packaging materials can be separated and are reusable: Packaging materials Packaging carton: Recycled paper Foam elements: Styrofoam (CFC-free) Pallet: Chemically untreated wood Packaging film: Polyethylene Packaging ribbons: Polypropylene Acceptance Inspection...

  • Page 16: Scope Of Supply

    Delivery of the Incubator Scope of Supply Scope of Supply Incubators IMH Series Quantity of components supplied (pieces) IMH-S Series Perforated shelves Support rail for shelf table-top incubators Shelf support Power cord Connector, potential-free contact Clip springs for table-top incubators Plug Anti-tilt anchor Operating manual...

  • Page 17: Chapter 3 Installation

    Installation Ambient Conditions Location Requirements Built-in incubators can, heating and drying ovens must be operated with an air exhaust system and exhaust hose (only original Thermo accessory should be used). For safety reasons, the installation space should be made of non-combustible materials, according to DIN 4102.

  • Page 18: Intermediate Storage

    Installation Intermediate Storage • Devices that produce excessive amounts of heat must not be placed near the incubator. • Place the incubator on a floor stand (option; to be ordered separately), never on the lab floor. This prevents the penetration of dust or dirt into the device. •...

  • Page 19: Space Requirement

    Installation Room Ventilation Space Requirement For built-in units following clearances should be kept: Fig. 3 A, B, C and D see Operating Instructions of the unit. E (mm/inch) F (mm/inch) G (mm/inch) H (mm/inch) 100 / 4 50 / 2 80 / 3.2 30 / 1.2 Installation Built-in Units...

  • Page 20: Figure 3-1 Table-Top Incubators, Dimensions And Required Clearances

    Installation Room Ventilation Table-top incubators Figure 3-1 Table-top incubators, dimensions and required clearances Table 3-1 Incubator Dimensions Model A (mm) B (mm) C (mm) D (mm) IMH 60 530/20.1 565/22.2 720/28.3 540/21.3 IMH 100 640/25.2 565/22.2 820/32.3 650/25.6 IMH 180 640/25.2 738/29.1 920/36.2...

  • Page 21: Floor Stand Incubators

    Installation Room Ventilation Floor Stand Incubators 400 liter units Figure 3-2 Floor stand incubators, dimensions and required clearances Table 3-3 Incubator Dimensions Model A (mm/inch) B (mm/inch) C (mm/inch) D (mm/inch) IMH 400-S 755/29.7 770/30.3 1655/65.2 810/31.9 Depth of handle /display (66 mm/2.6 in) not included in overall depth specified. Width of hinge (23 mm) not included in overall width.

  • Page 22: Figure 3-3 Floor Stand Incubators, Dimensions And Required Clearances

    Installation Room Ventilation 750 liter units Figure 3-3 Floor stand incubators, dimensions and required clearances Table 3-5 Incubator Dimensions Model A (mm/inch) B (mm/inch) C (mm/inch) D (mm/inch) IMH 750-S 1215 / 47.8 770/30.3 1655 / 65.2 670/26.4 Depth of handle /display (66 mm/2.6 in) not included in overall depth specified. Width of hinge (23 mm) not included in overall width.

  • Page 23: Transport

    Installation Transport Transport Table-top incubators For transport, do not lift the incubator using the doors or components attached to the incubator as lift points. Figure 3-4 Lift Points Heavy loads! Lift with care! To avoid injury through physical strain, such as strain traumata and slipped discs, do not attempt to lift the incubator alone! To avoid injury through dropped loads, be sure to wear Personal Protection Equipment, such as safety shoes, when lifting the...
  • Page 24 Installation Transport Floor stand incubators The floor stand incubators come equipped with four (4) casters. The lever for releasing the caster is located above the locking lever. After positioning the unit in its installation location ensure that the locking levers are pressed down on the casters. To ensure the degree of stability specified by safety requirements the front casters must be turned so that they are facing forward after the unit has been positioned in its installation location and the locking levers pressed down on these casters.

  • Page 25: Stacking Kit

    Installation Stacking kit Stacking kit The stacking adapter is available only for table-top incubators. Material Number Description 50126665 Stacking adapter Heratherm 60L 50126666 Stacking adapter Heratherm 100L 50126667 Stacking adapter Heratherm 180L Scope of delivery: 1 Stacking adapter 1 Anti-tilt anchor 1 Plastic bag with 2 stacking feet and 2 M4x16 Torx screws.

  • Page 26: Installing The Stacking Adapter

    Installation Installing the Stacking Adapter Installing the Stacking Adapter Anti-tilt anchor Stack as follows when using a stacking adapter (numbers denote incubator volumes in liters): • for 60 l or 100 l on 180 l use stacking adapter Heratherm 180L, •...

  • Page 27: Installing The Anti-Tilt Anchor

    Installation Installing the Anti-tilt Anchor Installing the Anti-tilt Anchor Table-top incubators The anti-tilt anchor secures the top device in a stack to a solid part of a building. The anti-tilt anchor is to be mounted on the side opposite of the door hinges. Bend the fixing tabs of the anti-tilt anchor up on one side and down on the other by an angle of approx.
  • Page 28 Installation Installing the Anti-tilt Anchor Remove the screws. Attach the end of the retaining bracket that is facing downward to the unit. Align the device at roughly 90°, +/-20° to the retaining bracket. Affix the retaining bracket to the wall. Unsafe part of the building! Install the anti-tilt anchor to a solid part of the building, which is able for shoring loads.

  • Page 29: Floor Stand Unit Spacers

    Installation Floor stand unit spacers Floor stand unit spacers The spacer on the electrical module must be pulled out and fixed in place before installing the floor stand unit at its installation location. 1 Loosen the 2 screws 2 Pull out the spacer and slide the screws into the recesses 3 Tighten the two screws Thermo Scientific Heratherm...
  • Page 30 Installation Floor stand unit spacers 3-14 Heratherm Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 31: Chapter 4 Product Description

    Product Description This section describes Heratherm advanced protocol microbiological incubators for high-end laboratory applications, which are available in two different versions distinguished by safety level: • Heratherm IMH Series advanced protocol microbiological fan convection incubators (see “Heratherm IMH Series Incubator Overview” page 4-1);...

  • Page 32: Figure 4-1 Heratherm Imh 60/ Imh 100/ Imh 180 Front View

    Product Description Heratherm IMH Series Incubator Overview The individual features of IMH Series incubators are shown in the figures below. Figure 4-1 Heratherm IMH 60/ IMH 100/ IMH 180 Front View Outer door Door latch cutout Door latch and handle...

  • Page 33: Figure 4-2 Heratherm Imh 60/ Imh 100/ Imh 180 Rear View

    Product Description Heratherm IMH Series Incubator Overview Figure 4-2 Heratherm IMH 60/ IMH 100/ IMH 180 Rear View Door latch and handle Control panel Stacking pad Access port Electronics compartment Levelling foot Sample sensor connection (IMH-S only) Thermo Scientific Heratherm...

  • Page 34: Heratherm Imh-S Incubator Overview

    Product Description Heratherm IMH-S Incubator Overview Heratherm IMH-S Incubator Overview IMH-S Series advanced protocol security microbiological mechanical convection incubators come equipped with the features also found in IMH Series devices, including: • high-precision work space temperature control, adjustable in steps of one-tenth of a degree up to 105 °C (221 °F) •...

  • Page 35: Figure 4-3 Heratherm Imh 60-S/ Imh 100-S/ Imh 180-S Series Front View

    Product Description Heratherm IMH-S Incubator Overview The individual features of IMH-S Series incubators are shown in the figures below. Figure 4-3 Heratherm IMH 60-S/ IMH 100-S/ IMH 180-S Series Front View Outer door Door switch Door latch and handle, with lock...

  • Page 36: Figure 4-4 Heratherm Imh 60-S / Imh 100-S / Imh 180-S Series Rear View

    Product Description Heratherm IMH-S Incubator Overview Figure 4-4 Heratherm IMH 60-S / IMH 100-S / IMH 180-S Series Rear View Door latch and handle Control panel Stacking pad Access port Electronics compartment Levelling foot Sample Sensor connection Heratherm Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 37: Figure 4-5 Heratherm Imh 400-S Series Front View

    Product Description Heratherm IMH-S Incubator Overview Figure 4-5 Heratherm IMH 400-S Series Front View Outer door Door latch Unit caster Air baffle Perforated shelf Door hook catch Glass door latch Temperature sensor Access port [10] Glass door [11] - [12] - [13] - [14] - [15] -...

  • Page 38: Figure 4-6 Heratherm Imh 400-S Rear View

    Product Description Heratherm IMH-S Incubator Overview Figure 4-6 Heratherm IMH 400-S Rear View Outer door Unit caster [10] - [11] Access port [12] Anti-tilt anchor [13] Electronics compartment [14] Inlet air tube [15] Hinge [16] Door handle [17] Display [18] Nameplate on sidewall [19] - [20] - [21] Exhaust air tube...

  • Page 39: Figure 4-7 Heratherm Imh 750-S Front View

    Product Description Heratherm IMH-S Incubator Overview Figure 4-7 Heratherm IMH 750-S Front View Outer door Door hook catch Unit caster Air baffle Perforated shelf Door latch Glass door latch Temperature sensor Access port [10] Glass door [11] - [12] - [13] - [14] - [15] -...

  • Page 40: Figure 4-8 Heratherm Imh 750-S Rear View

    Product Description Heratherm IMH-S Incubator Overview Figure 4-8 Heratherm IMH 750-S Rear View Outer door Unit caster [10] - [11] Access port [12] Anti-tilt anchor [13] Electronics compartment [14] - [15] Hinge, right [16] Door handle [17] Display [18] Nameplate on sidewall [19] Hinge, left [20] Inlet air tube [21] Exhaust air tube...

  • Page 41: Safety Devices

    5 °C (41 °F) up to the maximum of 105 °C (221 °F). Door Switch Heratherm IMH 60/100/180/400/750 S incubators come with a door switch [1] integrated into the latch mechanism. If the door switch is activated by opening the door, heating...

  • Page 42: Sensing And Control System

    Product Description Sensing and Control System Sensing and Control System The PT 100-type sensor for the control of the work space temperature and for the thermal protection [1] is installed on the bottom of table-top incubators and in the top of floor stand incubators.

  • Page 43: Data Communications & Alarm Interface

    Product Description Data Communications & Alarm Interface Data Communications & Alarm Interface All signal connections are installed in the electrical interface panel at the rear of the incubator. RS-232 Interface The RS- 232 interface (item 2 in figure 4-11 below) may be used to connect Heratherm incubators to the serial interface port of a computer to allow for the computer-aided acquisition and documentation of major operating parameters (temperature, error codes, etc.).

  • Page 44: Work Space Components

    The connecting nozzle can be closed off using the 1/8” closure plug delivered with the unit after opening the plastic cap. The connecting nozzle for the Heratherm IMH 60/100/180 and IMH 60-S/100-S/180-S incubators has a G 1/8” threaded fitting. 4-14...

  • Page 45: Access Port

    A re-sealable, capped access port (can be closed off using the plugs delivered with the unit) (Heratherm IMH 60/100/180 and IMH 60-S/100-S/180-S/400-S/750-S only, see figure 4-7) allows cables, hoses or additional sensor leads to be routed into the work space of the incubator.

  • Page 46: Figure 4-13 Shelf System

    Product Description Work Space Components Air Baffles Retaining Springs (only for table-top incubators) Support Rails Shelf Support Shelves Figure 4-13 Shelf System 4-16 Heratherm Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 47: Tube Access Ports

    Product Description Tube Access Ports Tube Access Ports Heratherm incubators may be equipped with additional tube access ports in the side and top panels. Available tube access port options are listed in table 4-1 below. Tabelle 4-1 Tube Access Ports for Heratherm Incubators (Option) Side Panel Mounted Port, Top Panel Mounted Port, Model...
  • Page 48 Product Description Tube Access Ports 4-18 Heratherm Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 49: Chapter 5 Installation Procedures

    Installation procedures Table-top incubators Installing the Shelf System The installation of the shelf system does not require any tools. The support rails are secured in place by spring action. Once the shelf support brackets have been inserted into the rails, the perforated shelves can be simply pushed onto their support hooks to complete the installation.

  • Page 50: Installing The Perforated Shelves

    Installation procedures Installing the Perforated Shelves Installing the Perforated Shelves The illustration below shows the placement of the shelf system elements. Air Baffles Retaining Springs (only for table-top incubators) Support Rails Shelf Support Shelves Figure 5-2 Installing the Shelving Preparing the useable space Upon delivery, Heratherm incubators are not in a sterile state.

  • Page 51: Installation Or Removal Of The Support Rails

    Installation procedures Preparing the useable space Cleaning and disinfection For details about the cleaning and disinfection of the incubator, please refer to “Cleaning” page 9-1. Installation or Removal of the Support Rails Figure 5-3 Support Rail Installation The embossings at [2] and [5] act as lateral guides for the support rails, while the embossings at [1] and [6] secure the support rails in place.

  • Page 52: Installing And Uninstalling The Air Baffle

    Installation procedures Preparing the useable space Installing and Uninstalling the Air Baffle Heratherm IMH and IMH-S Series incubators are shipped from the factory with the air baffle readily pre-installed. Before the air baffle can be removed from the back wall, the support rails need to uninstalled.

  • Page 53: Commissioning Of Floor Stand Incubators

    Installation procedures Commissioning of floor stand incubators Commissioning of floor stand incubators Installing/Removing air baffles (IMH-S Series) The section below describes how to install/remove the bottom plate. Figure 5-5 Removing the bottom plate 1. Loosen and remove the four (4) screws in the bottom plate and then remove the bottom plate completely.

  • Page 54: Commissioning, General

    Installation procedures Commissioning, general Figure 5-7 Removing the rear air baffle IMH 400-S / 750-S On the IMH-S 400 model loosen and remove the six (6) screws for the rear air baffle and for model IMH-S 750 loosen and remove the six (6) screws for the top and bottom air baffles and then remove the air baffle(s).

  • Page 55: Installing The Perforated Shelves

    Installation procedures Mains connection Installing the Perforated Shelves Rear Pull-out Stop Tilt Protection Device Front Pull-out Stop Shelf Figure 5-9 Perforated Shelf 1. Push the shelf [4] onto the shelf support brackets with the tilt protection devices [2] facing the rear panel of the incubator. 2.

  • Page 56: Connecting To The Power Supply Source

    Installation procedures Mains connection Connecting to the Power Supply Source 1. Before connecting the incubator to the power source, check to see if the power supply voltage corresponds with the specifications on the nameplate on the front of the incubator. If the voltage (V) and current (A) ratings given are not as required, do not connect the incubator to the power source! 2.

  • Page 57: Connecting The Rs-232 Interface

    Installation procedures Connecting the RS-232 Interface Connecting the RS-232 Interface Replacement should only be carried out by skilled and authorized qualified personnel of electrotechnology/signal engineering! The RS-232 data communication interface supports the querying of status information and temperature data from the incubator by entering basic commands in a standard terminal window provided by your computer’s operating system.
  • Page 58 Installation procedures Connecting the RS-232 Interface — 8 data bits — 1 stop bit — No Parity 7. Once your terminal indicates that serial communication has been established successfully, enter any of the commands listed in table 5-1 below, depending on what type of information you want to query.

  • Page 59: Wiring The Alarm Contact

    Installation procedures Wiring the Alarm Contact Table 5-1 Terminal Commands for Querying Data Command Syntax Response Example Temperature Set Value (T1); Current Work Space Temperature (T2); Reference Temperature (T3); Sample Sensor Temperature (T4) ?:3010:00::c2 !:3010:1f:+125.00;+124.96;+000.000;+000.00:b0 Wiring the Alarm Contact Skilled work Thermo Scientific warrants the operational safety and the operativeness of the incubator only if installation and repairs are performed by skilled personnel.

  • Page 60: Connection Example

    Installation procedures Wiring the Alarm Contact Alarm contact electrical compatibility considerations To avoid overloading and damaging the alarm contact, check the electrical interfacing parameters of the alarm-receiving system for compatibility with the alarm relay specifications given above. Connection Example The connector [5] for the interface cable is supplied with the incubator as a standard item. Specifications for the operating voltage and the fusing of external alarm circuitry are given in the table above.

  • Page 61: Chapter 6 Operation

    • The door seal in the front frame must not be damaged. • The glass door must not be damaged. • The shelving components must be installed safely. • Disinfecting the Incubator’s Work Space Run the decontamination routine (Heratherm IMH 60/100/180/400/750-S devices only; see section “Decontamination” page 7-16) or disinfect the work space according to the operator-specified hygiene guidelines.
  • Page 62 Operation Starting Operation To avoid any risk of explosion or fire • refrain from loading the incubator with any of the substances listed in the section “Incorrect Use” page 1-6 • make sure that the ambient air is free of any solvents •...

  • Page 63: Chapter 7 Handling And Control

    The display returns to its default mode upon completion of the adjustments or whenever no entries have been made for a period of 30 seconds. The graphic below shows the Heratherm IMH 60/100/180 and IMH 60/100/180/400/750-S control panel with all of its visualization elements and controls.
  • Page 64 Handling and Control Table 7-1 Control Buttons Icon Item Function Menu/Enter button First key press: Activates the menu, highlighting the first menu item with a red border (see D3). Second key press: Selects the currently activated menu item (as highlighted by the red border). Depending on the currently selected function, pressing this button enables entries with item D2, D5 or D6.
  • Page 65 Handling and Control Table 7-2 Display Features Feature Item Function Display field showing a permanent readout of the actual temper- ature in the work space either in ° C or °F (depending on the user's preferences, see “Temperature Display Unit” page 7-27).
  • Page 66 Handling and Control Table 7-2 Display Features Feature Item Function The left one of the two vertical bar graphs belongs to the icon directly beneath it and displays the current fan speed level. Fan speed level for table-top incubators Bar graph for fan speed setting (in 6 steps: 0 – 5) - 0% (no chevron illuminated) - 20% (chevron 1 illuminated) - 40% (chevrons 1 and 2 illuminated)
  • Page 67 Handling and Control Table 7-3 Menu Bar Icons Icon Function Decontamination (IMH-S Series only) Activates the built-in decontamination routine. Instructions: “Decontamination” page 7-16. Turns the fan on and allows for choosing the fan speed levels described under D6. The current setting is shown by the bar graph located directly above the icon and spelled out as a numeric value in the display pane at Instructions: “Fan”...

  • Page 68: Powering Up

    Handling and Control Powering Up Powering Up 1. Plug the power plug of the incubator into a suitable protection-earthed AC power outlet. In the display window on the front panel the readiness indicator icon (rightmost icon in the status display area at D4 in page 7-1) is illuminated.

  • Page 69: Temperature Set Value

    Handling and Control Temperature Set Value Temperature Set Value Heratherm incubators allow for setting the desired work space temperature directly using only a few button presses. After confirming the new temperature set value in the settings pane Set (item D5 in figure 7-1 page 7-1), the user may trace the resulting temperature change in...

  • Page 70: Timer

    Handling and Control Timer Timer The Timer feature from the menu bar enables the user to turn the incubator on and off at scheduled times. The timer supports three different modes of operation, depending on the user's preferences: • Countdown-type on or off timer: Turns the incubator on or off after a user-specified period of time.
  • Page 71 Handling and Control Timer Table 7-6 Setting a Countdown-type off Timer Press to activate the menu bar, then use select the Timer icon and press to confirm. Press to select the off timer option Off. 2010-03-29 12:59 Timer Set the hours and minutes until the incubator is 2010-03-29 1:05 Off-Timer...

  • Page 72: Setting A Fixed-Time On Or Off Timer

    Handling and Control Timer Setting a Fixed-time On or Off Timer Table 7-8 Presetting the “Fixed-time” Timer Mode of Operation Press to activate the menu bar, then use select the Settings icon and press to confirm. Press to switch to the Timer menu item and confirm the selection with Press to select the Absolute fixed-time...

  • Page 73: Setting A Weekly Timer

    Handling and Control Timer Table 7-10 Setting a Fixed-time On Timer Set year, month, day, hours and minutes using 2010-03-29 1:05 On-Timer , followed by to confirm. 2010-03-29 1:05 The incubator switches off. The display goes out, the Timer icon is illuminated in the menu bar with a rotating hand on its face, and the readiness indicator icon is illuminated additionally.
  • Page 74 Handling and Control Timer Table 7-12 Setting a Weekly Timer Press to select the turn-on time for Monday, which 2010-03-29 12:59 2010-03-29 1:05 Monday Off-Timer should start flashing when selected (or continue to the 08:00 2010-03-29 1:05 Off: 06:00 desired weekday by pressing , which will cause the turn-on time of that day to start flashing).

  • Page 75: Stopping A Timer

    Handling and Control Timer Stopping a Timer Table 7-13 Stopping an Off Timer Before It Expires Press to activate the menu bar, then use select the Timer icon and press to confirm. Press to confirm the Yes default selection. 2010-03-29 1:12 Stop Timer ? The message Timer stopped! appears as a confirmation.
  • Page 76 Handling and Control Timer Table 7-15 Stopping a Weekly Timer Before It Expires Press to activate the menu bar, then use select the Timer icon and press to confirm. The flashing word On appears in the multifunctional 2010-03-29 12:59 display pane. Timer Press to switch to Off state, then press...

  • Page 77: Power Outlet (Table-Top Incubators Only)

    Handling and Control Power Outlet (table-top incubators only) Power Outlet (table-top incubators only) This menu item (IMH Series only) toggles the built-in AC outlet in the work space of the incubator on and off. While the outlet is in live state the Power Outlet icon is illuminated in the menu bar.

  • Page 78: Decontamination

    Handling and Control Decontamination Decontamination This menu item (available on IMH-S Series devices only) launches the built-in decontamination routine of the incubator. The decontamination routine consists of a factory-preprogrammed, multi-phase workflow (heating, holding, cooling). It works with a temperature set value of 140 °C (284 °F), which is held over a period of six hours. The overall duration of the process depends on the set temperature that is in place before decontamination is started, on the initial temperature of the work space and miscellaneous other factors.
  • Page 79 Handling and Control Decontamination Table 7-18 Launching Decontamination A progress bar and a residual time readout for the 2010-03-31 1:34 decontamination process appear in the multifunctional Decontamination 12:15 display pane. Opening the door while decontamination is running Opening the front door during the heating and holding phases causes the decontamination routine to stop and wait for the door to be closed.
  • Page 80 Handling and Control Decontamination Table 7-18 Launching Decontamination When decontamination is completed, the message 2010-03-31 4:13 Decontamination finished! appears in the multifunctional Decontamination finished! display pane. Press the button to acknowledge that message. The Decontamination icon in the menu bar will go out. The settings that were in place before the decontamination routine was started - for example, fan speed, will be restored.

  • Page 81: Fan

    Handling and Control This menu item allows for turning on the fan inside the work space and gradually adjusting its speed in one go. The current setting of the fan is indicated by the illuminated Fan icon in the menu bar and the five-level bar graph (see item D6 in figure 7-1 page 7-1) for the fan speed...

  • Page 82: Floor Stand Incubators

    Handling and Control Floor stand incubators Table 7-21 Adjusting Fan Speed or Turning the Fan Off Press to activate the menu bar, then use to select the Fan icon and press to confirm. The settings dialog shown at left appears in the 31.03.2010 14:15 multifunctional display pane now, with the current fan...
  • Page 83 Handling and Control Floor stand incubators Table 7-22 Turning on the Fan Press as often as needed to reach the second fan speed level, then confirm with The multifunctional display pane will show the current fan speed level as a percentage (60% or 100%). Additionally, the matching number of chevrons will be illuminated in the bar graph to the right.

  • Page 84: Settings

    Handling and Control Settings Settings The Settings menu item opens a submenu populated with various commands for viewing general status information on the Heratherm unit and setting for the operation of the incubator or its display window: • Read access to error log •...

  • Page 85: Calibration

    Handling and Control Settings Table 7-24 Reading the Error Log Press to go to the next entry (or to go back to 2010-04-06 1:37 Error 1 the previous one). 2010-04-06 1:34 After the entry numbered 21 the display wraps and Heat Relay (E109) returns to the beginning of the error log, displaying Error 0 again.

  • Page 86: Date And Time

    Handling and Control Settings Table 7-25 Entering the Calibration Reference Temperature Manually 2010-04-06 1:33 Press to switch to the Calibration menu item and Settings confirm the selection with Calibration In the Calibration selection screen, press 2010-04-06 1:33 Settings choose the preselected option Manual. Calibration Manual In the settings dialog that appears, set the temperature...
  • Page 87 Handling and Control Settings Table 7-26 Setting the Date Format Press to switch to the Time / Date menu item and 2010-04-07 3:05 Settings confirm the selection with Time / Date The Format Date menu item is flashing in the 2010-04-07 3:05 multifunctional display pane.
  • Page 88 Handling and Control Settings Table 7-27 Setting the Time Format 2010-04-07 3:05 In the flashing Format Date menu item, press Settings switch to the Format Time option and confirm the Time / Date Time selection with The Format Date menu item is flashing in the multifunctional display pane, along with the time field in the upper right corner.

  • Page 89: Temperature Display Unit

    Handling and Control Settings Table 7-28 Setting Date and Time From the flashing Format Date menu item, press 2010-04-07 3:05 Settings switch to the Adjust option and confirm the selection Time / Date with . The Adjust menu item is flashing in the multifunctional display pane now, along with the day or year section (depending on the selected date format) of the date field in the upper left corner.
  • Page 90 Handling and Control Settings Table 7-29 Toggling the Temperature Display Unit 2010-04-07 10:31 Press to switch to the °C / °F menu item and Settings confirm the selection with °C / °F The multifunctional display pane changes to the 2010-04-07 10:31 following selection screen, with the currently unused Settings °C / °F...

  • Page 91: Chapter 8 Shut-Down

    Shut-down Shutting the Incubator Down This chapter provides instructions for shutting the incubator down for prolonged periods of time, that is, at least for several days in a row. Contamination hazard If the work space surfaces are contaminated, harmful biological material may spread to the environment of the incubator.
  • Page 92 Shut-down Shutting the Incubator Down Heratherm Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 93: Chapter 9 Cleaning And Disinfection

    Cleaning and Disinfection Cleaning Incompatible cleaners Some incubator components are made of plastics. Solvents may attack plastics. Strong acids or alkaline solutions may cause embrittlement of plastics. Moisture-sensitive components Do not spray cleaning agent onto the control panel and the interfaces at the rear of the incubator.

  • Page 94: Preparing The Manual Wipe/Spray Disinfection

    Cleaning and Disinfection Wipe / Spray Disinfection Alcoholic disinfectants! Disinfectants having an alcohol content of more than 10% may form, in combination with air, easily combustible and explosive gas mixtures. When using such disinfectants, avoid open flames or exposure to excessive heat during the entire disinfection process! Use such disinfectants only in adequately ventilated rooms.

  • Page 95: Predisinfection

    Cleaning and Disinfection Wipe / Spray Disinfection Predisinfection 1. Remove all samples from the work space and store them in a safe place. 2. Spray disinfectant onto the surfaces of the work space and of the accessories or wipe the surfaces clean using disinfectant.

  • Page 96: Cleaning

    Cleaning and Disinfection Wipe / Spray Disinfection Cleaning 1. Remove all internals from the specimen chamber. 2. Wipe off the specimen chamber surfaces and the internals that have been removed from the chamber using lukewarm water mixed with standard rinsing agents. Completely remove any tenacious impurities using rinsing agent and warm water.
  • Page 97 Cleaning and Disinfection Wipe / Spray Disinfection Bio-hazard Be sure to determine the current operating condition of the incubator before you open the door! Under specific circumstances, there is a risk that bacteria, viruses, fungi, prions, and other biological substances survive when the decontamination routine is aborted due to a power outage.
  • Page 98 Cleaning and Disinfection Wipe / Spray Disinfection Heratherm Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 99: Chapter 10 Maintenance

    Maintenance Maintenance and inspection at regular intervals of the features and components listed below are mission-critical to maintain the product in a fully operative and safe condition and avoid malfunctions due to ageing and wear. Failure to perform maintenance on a regular basis may result in: •...

  • Page 100: Service Intervals

    Maintenance Service Intervals Functional Check If safety devices were removed or disabled for inspections, the incubator must not be operated before the safety devices have been reinstalled and checked for their correct function. Spare Parts and User Modifications To avoid major malfunctions of the incubator and associated safety hazards that may result in death, serious injuries, or damage to the incubator and other equipment, use spare parts approved by Thermo Scientific only.

  • Page 101: Preparing Temperature Calibration

    Maintenance Preparing Temperature Calibration Preparing Temperature Calibration To determine the exact measured value of the incubator’s integral temperature sensor, a temperature comparison measurement must be performed every three months. If a major temperature deviation is found during this check, temperature calibration is required. During this process, the temperature controller of the incubator is set to the value measured during the temperature comparison measurement.

  • Page 102: Temperature Calibration Procedure

    Maintenance Temperature Calibration Procedure Temperature Calibration Procedure For detailed instructions on how to perform a manual temperature calibration, please refer to the instructions in the section “Calibration” page 7-23. Excessive work space temperature Excessive work space temperatures after the calibration can be reduced by leaving the doors open for approx.

  • Page 103: Replacing The Power Cord

    Maintenance Replacing the Power Cord Replacing the Power Cord If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by an original spare part. Using a standard power cord with a lower thermal withstand capabilities is prohibited. Returns for Repair Prior to returning any materials, please contact our Customer Service Department for a “Return Materials Authorization”...
  • Page 104 Maintenance Returns for Repair 10-6 Heratherm Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 105: Chapter 11 Disposal

    Disposal Contamination hazard The incubator may have been used for treating and processing infectious substances, which may have caused contamination of the incubator and its components. Prior to disposal, it is therefore mandatory that all incubator components be properly decontaminated. Clean the incubator components thoroughly, then disinfect or decontaminate them (depending on application).
  • Page 106 Disposal Overview of Materials Used Component Material Work space containers, installed Stainless steel 1.4301 components and shelves Door frame seal Silicone Glass screen Sodium silicate glass Fan wheel Stainless steel 1.4016 Cables Plastic-sheathed stranded copper wire Packaging Corrugated board, polyethylene film, and styrofoam, chemically untreated wood 11-2 Heratherm...

  • Page 107: Chapter 12 Error Codes

    Error Codes Table 12-1 below lists the error messages that may appear in the control panel display window (see “Error Log” page 7-22) and provides instructions for clearing such alarms. Table 12-1 Heratherm Incubator Error Codes Error Message & Code Root Cause Alarm Response Alarm Clearing Instructions...
  • Page 108 Error Codes Table 12-1 Heratherm Incubator Error Codes Error Message & Code Root Cause Alarm Response Alarm Clearing Instructions Power Down Error Power has been cut off Audible alarm activated, Check the power supply. (E007) (power outage) while the alarm relay energized, Power up then device, then device was running.
  • Page 109 Error Codes Table 12-1 Heratherm Incubator Error Codes Error Message & Code Root Cause Alarm Response Alarm Clearing Instructions Temperature Not Plau- The difference between the Device uses the sensor If the error occurs repeat- sible (E103) control and reference sen- that indicates the higher edly, call service.
  • Page 110 Error Codes Table 12-1 Heratherm Incubator Error Codes Error Message & Code Root Cause Alarm Response Alarm Clearing Instructions Heating Triac Error The voltage measurement Audible alarm activated, Call service and switch the (E110) has indicated a defect in alarm relay energized, device off.

  • Page 111: Chapter 13 Technical Data

    Technical Data The technical data are valid only for an empty device equipped with three shelves, a spray-painted outer enclosure and a power line voltage 120 V/60 Hz. Options may have an impact on the specified performance. Table 13-1 Technical Data - Series IMH 60/100/180 and IMH 60-S/100-S/180-S Parameter Unit IMH 60...
  • Page 112 Technical Data Table 13-1 Technical Data - Series IMH 60/100/180 and IMH 60-S/100-S/180-S Parameter Unit IMH 60 IMH 100 IMH 180 IMH 60-S IMH 100-S IMH 180-S mm/in 565/ 565/ 738/ 565/ 565/ 738/ Depth 25.2 25.2 29.1 25.2 25.2 29.1 kg/lbs 45/99...
  • Page 113 Technical Data Table 13-1 Technical Data - Series IMH 60/100/180 and IMH 60-S/100-S/180-S Parameter Unit IMH 60 IMH 100 IMH 180 IMH 60-S IMH 100-S IMH 180-S Minimum bottom mm/in 200/8 200/8 clearance Minimum top clearance mm/in 300/12 300/12 Table 13-2 Technical Data - Series IMH 400-S / IMH 750-S Parameter Unit IMH 400-S...
  • Page 114 Technical Data Table 13-2 Technical Data - Series IMH 400-S / IMH 750-S Parameter Unit IMH 400-S IMH 750-S Power line voltage +/- 10 % IP protection system IP 20 Protection class Overvoltage category as per IEC 60364-4-443 Device fusing, building side Device fusing, on PCB 2 x 16 Environmental conditions...

  • Page 115: Chapter 14 Spare Parts And Accessories

    Kit door seal for Heratherm 180L 50127439 Kit door clips for Heratherm 60L / 100L / 180 L 50127440 Door inner panel seal for Heratherm IMH 60 and IMH 60-S 50127441 Door inner panel seal for Heratherm IMH 100 and IMH 100-S 50127442...
  • Page 116 Heating coils for Heratherm IMH-S at a voltage of 230 V 50127504 Kit Heating coils IMH 120 V 50127511 Kit fan system Heratherm IMH 60 IMH 60-S, OMH 60 and OMH 60-S, IMH 100, IMH 100-S, IMH 180 and OMH 180-S, 120 V. 50127515 Kit Heating coils IMH 230 V 50127531 Circulation fan IMH / IMH-S D = 160 mm (6.3 inch), H = 28 mm (1.1 inch)
  • Page 117 Spare Parts and Accessories Material No. Description 50127555 Kit fan system Heratherm IMH 60 IMH 60-S, OMH 60 and OMH 60-S, IMH 100, IMH 100-S, IMH 180 and OMH 180-S, 230 V 50127567 Fresh air filter for IMH, IMH-S 50127741...
  • Page 118 Spare Parts and Accessories Material No. Description Glass door lock for Heratherm IGS, IMH und IMH-S 50128793 Petri dish holder 50 mm (2 inch) IGS 60 / IMH 60 / IMH 60-S 50128794 Petri dish holder 50 mm (2 inch) IGS 100 / IMH 100 / IMH 100-S 50128815 Petri dish holder 50 mm (2 inch) IGS 180 / IMH 180 / IMH 180-S 50128816...
  • Page 119 Spare Parts and Accessories Material No. Description 50135059 Kit door lock 750 right cpl HTM 50135060 Door outer casing left HTM 400 50135061 Door outer casing right HTM 400 50135062 Door outer casing left HTM 750 50135063 Door outer casing right HTM 750 50135150 Kit temp sensor cpl HTM incubator floor 50135153...
  • Page 120 Spare Parts and Accessories 14-6 Heratherm Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 121: Chapter 15 Device Log

    Device Log Incubator type: Part number: Serial number: Service number: Location Operator’s note: Work carried out Notes Date Signature Thermo Scientific Heratherm 15-1...
  • Page 122 Device Log 15-2 Heratherm Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 123: Chapter 16 Contact

    Contact Overview of Thermo Fisher International Sales Organization Postal address USA: Thermo Scientific 275 Aiken Road Asheville, NC 28804 Enquiries from USA/Canada Sales: +1 866 984 3766 Service +1 800 438 4851 Enquiries from Latin America Sales: +1 866 984 3766 Service: +1 866 984 3766 Enquiries from Asia:...
  • Page 124 Contact Enquiries from Europe: Austria Sales: +43 1 801 40 0 Service: +43 1 801 40 0 Belgium Sales: +32 53 73 4241 Service: +32 53 73 4241 Finland/Nordic/Baltic countries Sales: +358 9 329 100 Service: +358 9 329 100 France Sales: +33 2 2803 2180...
  • Page 125 Contact Thermo Scientific Heratherm 16-3...
  • Page 126 Contact 16-4 Heratherm Thermo Scientific...

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