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- Page 2 Trademarks Heratherm ® is a registered trademark of Thermo Scientific. Thermo Scientific is a brand owned by Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. All other trademarks mentioned in the operating instructions are the exclusive property of the respective manufacturers. Thermo Electron LED GmbH Robert-Bosch-Straße 1...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Preparing the device .......................... 6-1 Starting Operation ..........................6-1 Chapter 7 Handling and control........................7-1 Powering up and down........................7-2 Setting the temperature........................7-2 Interior light............................7-2 Chapter 8 Shut-down............................8-1 Shutting the device down ........................8-1 Thermo Scientific Heratherm IMC 18... - Page 4 Chapter 10 Maintenance ........................... 10-1 Inspections and checks ........................10-1 Chapter 11 Disposal ............................11-1 Overview of materials used......................11-2 WEEE Conformity .......................... 11-2 Chapter 12 Technical Data..........................12-1 Chapter 13 Contact Information ........................13-1 Heratherm IMC 18 Thermo Scientific...
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Page 5: Chapter 1 Safety Information
• Keep these operating instructions close to the device so that safety instructions and important information are always accessible. • Should you encounter problems that are not detailed adequately in these operating instructions, please contact Thermo Fisher Scientific immediately for your own safety (see chapter Contact Information). Thermo Scientific Heratherm IMC 18... -
Page 6: Safe Usage 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. Indicates a situation which, if not avoided, could result in damage to property. Heratherm IMC 18 Thermo Scientific... - Page 7 Explanation of safety information and symbols Is used for useful hints and information regarding the application. Additional symbols for safety information Wear safety gloves! Wear safety goggles! Harmful liquids! Electrical shock! Fire hazard! Contamination hazard! Thermo Scientific Heratherm IMC 18...
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Page 8: Intended Use Of The Device
• release vapor or dust that forms combustible or explosive mixtures when exposed to air, • release poisons, • create a humid atmosphere, • release dust, • have an increased biological risk potential (safety level L3, L4). The devices are not to be stacked. Heratherm IMC 18 Thermo Scientific... - Page 9 Safety Information Intended use of the device A use of the device which is not intended can be hazardous. Thermo Scientific Heratherm IMC 18...
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Page 11: Delivery Of The Device
If components are missing or damage is found on the device or the packaging, in particular damage caused by humidity and/or water, please notify the carrier as well as Thermo Scientific Technical Support immediately. Scope of supply Quantity of components supplied... - Page 12 Delivery of the device Scope of supply Heratherm IMC 18 Thermo Scientific...
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Page 13: Chapter 3 Installation
• Storage temperature: When the device is placed in intermediate storage, make sure that the ambient temperature is between 20 °C and 60 °C (68 °F and 140 °F) and the maximum relative humidity does not exceed 90%, non-condensing. Thermo Scientific Heratherm IMC 18... -
Page 14: Room Ventilation
The cooling fan on the back of the device is not to be covered. It is not to suck-in any loose items (e.g. paper). Transport The device is not to be lifted by the door or attachments when being transported. Heratherm IMC 18 Thermo Scientific... -
Page 15: Description Of Unit
Description of unit Device overview Front view Figure 4-1: Front view Heratherm Incubator IMC 18 Temperature display Control panel Door/door handle Perforated shelf Thermo Scientific Heratherm IMC 18... -
Page 16: Mains Connection
The useable space lighting can be switched on using the button on the control panel. Perforated shelf The metal shelves have an anti-tipping device. The perforated shelf is described in detail in the chapter entitled Commissioning. Heratherm IMC 18 Thermo Scientific... -
Page 17: Condensation Tray
4-3; 2] is provided underneath the device which collects the condensation which occurs whilst the useable space is in use. Figure 4-3: Cooling or heating elements and the condensation tray in the Heratherm Incubators IMC 18 Thermo Scientific Heratherm IMC 18... - Page 18 Description of unit Condensation tray Heratherm IMC 18 Thermo Scientific...
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Page 19: Chapter 5 Installation Procedures
Connect the device to the on site fused mains supply with the following values: • Safety fuse (time-lag) T 16 A or circuit breaker B 16. • Connection via a fault current circuit breaker (triggering current < 30 mA) is recommended. Thermo Scientific Heratherm IMC 18... - Page 20 The device should be in the room for a sufficiently long duration be- fore it is switched on, in order to ensure that it can reach the ambi- ent temperature. This prevents condensation forming on live components. Heratherm IMC 18 Thermo Scientific...
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Page 21: Chapter 6 Operation
To ensure sufficient air circulation and uniform heating of the sam- ples, do not use more than 70% of the maximum surface area of the useable space. Bulky objects in the useable space that dissipate heat may impair heat distribution. Thermo Scientific Heratherm IMC 18... - Page 22 Operation Starting Operation Heratherm IMC 18 Thermo Scientific...
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Page 23: Handling And Control
Increases the desired temperature by 1 °C (33.8 °F). Decreases the desired temperature by 1 °C (33.8 °F). Switches the interior light on or off. Switches the Heratherm Incubator IMC 18 on or off. Thermo Scientific Heratherm IMC 18... -
Page 24: Powering Up And Down
7-1; 2), in order to increase the temperature by 1 °C (33.8 °F) each time. The display (Fig. 7-1; 1) shows the set required temperature when you press button. Interior light If you wish to turn the interior light on or off, press the (Fig. 7-1; 4) button. Heratherm IMC 18 Thermo Scientific... -
Page 25: Chapter 8 Shut-Down
3. Unplug the power connector and secure it against accidental reconnection. 4. Until the incubator is shut down, the useable space must be continuously ventilated. Leave the door open and secure it against accidental closure. Thermo Scientific Heratherm IMC 18... - Page 26 Shut-down Shutting the device down Heratherm IMC 18 Thermo Scientific...
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Page 27: Cleaning And Disinfection
Then, wipe the surfaces dry using a clean cloth. Vacuum the fan guard on the back with a household vacuum cleaner. Wipe / spray disinfection The manual wipe and spray disinfection is a three-stage process: • predisinfection, • cleaning, • final disinfection. Thermo Scientific Heratherm IMC 18... - Page 28 • Observe safety regulations to avoid fire and/or explosion hazard caused by alcohol-containing disinfectants. Chloride-containing disinfectants! Chloride-containing disinfectants can corrode stainless steel. • Use only disinfectants that do not affect stainless steel! Heratherm IMC 18 Thermo Scientific...
- Page 29 3. Rinse the cleaned surfaces 3-5 times with autoclaved water so as to fully remove cleaning agent residues. 4. Then rub the surfaces and cleaned perforated shelves dry with a soft sterile cloth. Thermo Scientific Heratherm IMC 18...
- Page 30 1. Again spray or wipe over the surface of the useable space and the removed perforated shelves with a disinfectant. 2. Allow time for the disinfectant to act as specified by the manufacturer. 3. Replace the perforated shelves in the useable space. Heratherm IMC 18 Thermo Scientific...
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Page 31: Chapter 10 Maintenance
4-3) when the door is open. Annual inspection: • Perform functional check of the control panel and of the device s temperature controller. • Perform electrical safety check in accordance with the relevant national regulations. Thermo Scientific Heratherm IMC 18 10-1... - Page 32 Maintenance Inspections and checks 10-2 Heratherm IMC 18 Thermo Scientific...
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Page 33: Chapter 11 Disposal
• Clean the incubator components thoroughly, then disinfect or decontaminate them (depending on application). • Attach a declaration of decontamination with details on decontamination activities performed to the items that are to be disposed of. Thermo Scientific Heratherm IMC 18 11-1... -
Page 34: Overview Of Materials Used
Electron secures conformity with this directive, on recycling and disposal companies in your country and on the products of Thermo Fisher Scientific, which fall under the RoHS Directive (Restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment), please visit the website www.thermo.com/WEEERoHS. 11-2 Heratherm IMC 18 Thermo Scientific... -
Page 35: Chapter 12 Technical Data
23 °C (73.4 °F) +/- 0.2 °C at 37 °C (+/- 32.36 °F at 98.6 °F) Preheat times (device empty, 37 °C (98.6 °F) - 15 minutes to 98% of the working temper- ature) Thermo Scientific Heratherm IMC 18 12-1... - Page 36 18 and 32 °C (64.4 and 89.6 °F) * The national electrical engineering rules and corresponding technical connection conditions are to be adhered to when connecting to the mains supply. 12-2 Heratherm IMC 18 Thermo Scientific...
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Page 37: Chapter 13 Contact Information
Enquiries from North America: Phone +1 800-879 7767 +1 828-658 0363 E-Mail info.labequipment@thermofisher.com Enquiries from Latin America: Phone +1 828-658 2711 +1 828-645 9466 E-Mail info.labequipment@thermofisher.com Enquiries from Asia Pacific: Phone +852-2711 3910 +852-2711 3858 E-Mail info.labequipment@thermofisher.com Thermo Scientific Heratherm IMC 18 13-1... - Page 38 Contact Information 13-2 Heratherm IMC 18 Thermo Scientific...
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