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Preface Models covered Models Voltage** Sensor* 3074 3078 *T/C is a thermal conductivity sensor. IR is an infrared sensor. **All units are 50/60 Hz. MANUAL NUMBER 7003074 8/23/07 Original ECR/ECN DATE DESCRIPTION VWR International VWR International symphony 6.5W...
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Material in this manual is for information purposes only. The contents and the product it describes are subject to change without notice. VWR International makes no representations or warranties with respect to this manual. In no event shall VWR be held liable for any damages, direct or incidental, arising out of or related to the use of this manual.
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Always use the proper protective equipment (clothing, gloves, goggles, etc.) ✔ Always dissipate extreme cold or heat and wear protective clothing. ✔ Always follow good hygiene practices. ✔ Each individual is responsible for his or her own safety. VWR International VWR International symphony 6.5W...
• Water Jacket Drain – Remove plug and use hose barb insert included. Plug when not in use. Note The incubators are stackable. Information follows later in this section. ▲ *When setting up the incubator, install the cover plate packed inside the incubator shipping carton. VWR International symphony 6.5W...
Heat Indicator - Lights when power is applied to the heaters Inject Indicator - Lights when gas is being injected into the incubator Temp Display - Shows chamber temperature, temperature setpoint or overtemperature setpoint Display - Shows percentage of CO in the chamber or CO setpoint symphony 6.5W VWR International...
If the units have been in service, disconnect the power cord connector and drain the water jacket of the designated top unit before stacking. Note Stacking brackets (shown at right) stacking bolts, washers, and bolts for stacking are included with each unit. ▲ Figure 1-3. Stacking Brackets VWR International symphony 6.5W...
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4. Unscrew and remove the leveling feet from the top unit and lift it onto the bottom unit, off-setting the base of the top unit approximately 2-3 inches behind the stacking bolts and washers. Caution This incubator weighs 265 lbs (120kg) before filling. Have sufficient personnel to lift it. ▲ symphony 6.5W VWR International...
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Secure the brackets with the screws saved above and the 1/4-20 bolts provided in the stacking kit. A 7/16” wrench or socket will be required for the bolts. VWR International symphony 6.5W...
Locate the stopper Filter with filter in the hardware bag. Install in the opening inside the chamber. See Figure 1-9. Figure 1-9. Filter and Sensor Locations symphony 6.5W VWR International...
Refer to Figure 1-11. 4. Figure 1-12 shows one of the channels installed on the right side duct. Figure 1-11. Slot and Tab Figure 1-12. Channel Installed VWR International symphony 6.5W...
Note The fill port has a plug that must be removed before filling and replaced after filling is complete. ▲ Caution Chlorine is detrimental to stainless steel. Using chlorinated tap water, or additives that contain chlorine, will void the water-jacket warranty! ▲ symphony 6.5W VWR International...
Caution Use of chlorinated water, or decontamination products containing chlorine, will deteriorate the stainless steel and cause rust, voiding the warranty. ▲ VWR International symphony 6.5W...
The incubator has a serrated fitting on the back of the cabinet to connect the gas supply. Refer to Figure 1-13. The fitting is labeled CO2 Inlet. Make sure that the connection is secured with a clamp. Check fitting for leaks. 1-10 symphony 6.5W VWR International...
Now that the incubator has been properly installed, connected to power, filled with water, humidity pan filled, and connected to gas supply, system setpoints can be entered. The following setpoints can be entered: temperature, over temperature, and CO VWR International symphony 6.5W 1-11...
1. Press the Mode key until the Set Otemp indicator lights. 2. Press the up/down arrow until the desired Overtemp setpoint is displayed. 3. Press Enter to save the setpoint. 4. Press the Mode key until the Run Indicator lights to go to Run mode. 1-12 symphony 6.5W VWR International...
4. Press the Mode key until the Run indicator lights to go to Run mode. heat set temp temp °C set otemp enter set CO 2 % CO2 inject cal temp cal CO 2 Set CO Setpoint VWR International symphony 6.5W 1-13...
1. Press the Mode key until the Cal Temp indicator lights. 2. Press the up/down arrow to match the display to a calibrated instrument. 3. Press Enter to store the calibration into memory. 4. Press the Mode key to return to Run mode. VWR International symphony 6.5W...
Section 2 Calibration Calibrating T/C CO Model 3074 has a thermal conductivity (T/C) CO sensor. Thermal conductivity of the incubator atmosphere is not only effected by the System present, but also by the air temperature and the water quantity of CO vapor present in the incubator atmosphere.
6. After Enter is pressed, the unit will go into a calibration cycle that lasts 5 to 6 minutes. Control panel is locked during this calibration cycle. 7. Press the Mode key to return to Run Mode. VWR International symphony 6.5W...
* The microprocessor in the incubator continually scans the sensors to ensure they are operating properly. Should an error be detected, the affected display flashes and the alarm sounds. If such an alarm occurs, con- tact Technical Services. All alarm delays and ringback times are ±30 seconds. VWR International symphony 6.5W...
Drain Port ..... .1/4” barbed Access Port . .1-1/4” (3.18cm) removable neoprene plug Inlet ....1/4” hose barbed VWR International symphony 6.5W...
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Exterior ..26.3” W x 39.5” H x 25.0” F-B ....(66.8cm x 100.3cm x 63.5cm) symphony 6.5W VWR International...
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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. VWR International symphony 6.5W...
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