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Instruction manual CL, SL, SLWN SMART PRO Manufacturer's address: POL-EKO-APARATURA sp. j. ul. Kokoszycka 172 C 44-300 Wodzisław Śląski Country of origin: Polska As a manufacturer, we inform you that we took the necessary measures to ensure that this device fully meets your expectations and is reliable for a long period of use.
Instruction manual CL, SL, SLWN SMART PRO Contents: INTENDED USE AND IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR THE USER ............6 PACKAGE CONTENTS ..........................7 BEFORE THE FIRST USE ..........................7 3.1. Installation of shelves ..........................9 3.2. Remarks on the placement of samples ....................10 3.3.
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Instruction manual CL, SL, SLWN SMART PRO 6.8. Starting the program ..........................34 6.8.1. The first way ............................. 34 6.8.2. The second way ..........................36 6.9. Quick change of parameters ......................... 37 6.9.1. Quick change of set temperature ..................... 37 6.9.2.
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Instruction manual CL, SL, SLWN SMART PRO 9.2.1. Connection of the Kit A ........................70 9.2.2. Connection of the Kit B ........................70 9.2.3. Connection of the Kit C........................71 9.3. Shut-off solenoid valve for gas supply (optionally) ................72 9.4.
Instruction manual CL, SL, SLWN SMART PRO 1. INTENDED USE AND IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR THE USER CL laboratory incubators and SL drying ovens are laboratory devices designed for incubation, drying and sterilization with hot air of samples at following temperature ranges: •...
Instruction manual CL, SL, SLWN SMART PRO • overload the shelves (the maximum load is described in technical data). You should: • place samples in such a way to provide proper air circulation in the chamber, • open the door for the shortest period of time to reduce temperature fluctuations, •...
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Instruction manual CL, SL, SLWN SMART PRO After transporting the device at a temperature below 10°С, wait at least 2 hours before connecting it to the mains. Applies to drying ovens (SL, SLWN). Before first boot, it is recommended to turn on the device for 3 hours at the set temperature of 250°C.
Instruction manual CL, SL, SLWN SMART PRO Leveling wheels are ONLY for positioning the device at its destination. They can not be used to transport the device! If the device is to be placed on a table (option) or frame (option) which is equipped with the wheels with a lock, the wheels MUST be locked after placing the table / frame in its final destination.
Instruction manual CL, SL, SLWN SMART PRO 3.2. Remarks on the placement of samples To provide proper air circulation and stable conditions in which the samples are stored in the chamber, it is necessary to keep the following rules: • the max height of the samples should not exceed 1/3 of the space between the shelves, •...
Instruction manual CL, SL, SLWN SMART PRO 4.1. Design of CL / SL devices Below there’s a picture showing CL and SL type devices (exemplary picture) with a description of the important components of the device. The elements of the device are shown on the basis of a CLN 53 SMART PRO. Front view rating plate access port ø30mm for external...
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Instruction manual CL, SL, SLWN SMART PRO Rear view main switch connector for connecting a hose with nitrogen (only for SLWN models) air-flap LAN port fuse main power socket C20...
Instruction manual CL, SL, SLWN SMART PRO 5. DEVICE EQUIPMENT (STANDARD AND OPTIONAL) 5.1. External door with viewing window (optionally for CL, SL) The external door with a viewing window is an optional equipment for CL and SL models. In SL drying ovens with door with viewing window, the maximum operating temperature is lowered to +250°C at the factory.
Instruction manual CL, SL, SLWN SMART PRO 5.4. Internal socket (optionally for CL) An internal socket with grounding and IP44 protection is an optional equipment for CL laboratory incubators. The internal socket (depending on the model: 230V 50Hz / 230V 60Hz / 115V 60Hz) is intended for EU plugs or plugs type B. The socket can be used to connect electrical devices inside the device.
Instruction manual CL, SL, SLWN SMART PRO 5.7. Open door alarm (standard for all units) All units have been equipped with an open door sensor. If you open the door, the icon: will appear (the number above the icon presents open door counter. Press the icon to cancel the counter. The counter is also cancelled by turning of the device).
Instruction manual CL, SL, SLWN SMART PRO Figure 1 Unmounting USB flash drive Data saved in the * .csv file can be opened in a spreadsheet. Data saved as * .plkx can be opened in the Lab Desk program (standard option). This program allows, among others, for data preview in the form of a table or a graph. It also allows you to prepare a statistic report for a selected range of data, see Section 6.12.
Instruction manual CL, SL, SLWN SMART PRO USB slot is used to connect only a flash memory – a pendrive or a card reader with a memory card. Connecting any other device (e.g. external hard drive) without consultation is not authorized by the manufacturer and may damage the USB slot.
Instruction manual CL, SL, SLWN SMART PRO Changing to letters. Deleting the entered character. Confirming the entered text / closing the keypad. Sometimes entered characters can be hidden (then they are replaced with „* ”). This happens when classified information is entered (e.g. when a user enters a password). 6.4.
Instruction manual CL, SL, SLWN SMART PRO Figure 5 Main screen (program is switched off, no user is logged in) From this point, any action requires logging in. Figure 6 Main screen – running program in CL, SL main segment turning off alarm start/stop menu...
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Instruction manual CL, SL, SLWN SMART PRO Figure 7 Information panel The icon indicates information about which window is active. 6.5.1.1. Alarms panel On the first page of the information panel there’s alarms panel (Figure 8) Figure 8 Icon: Alarms panel alarms panel In the alarms panel there’s a list with active alarms or the alarms that have occurred but have not been confirmed.
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Instruction manual CL, SL, SLWN SMART PRO Figure 9 Alarm details With more alarms, a button appears on the right side of the list and allows you to enlarge the view to full screen. 6.5.1.2. Status panel The status of the device is displayed descriptively on the third page of the information panel (Figure 10).
Instruction manual CL, SL, SLWN SMART PRO The second part of the panel (on the right side) displays information about set upper and lower alarms. To set alarms, Value „-” means the alarm is off. Section.6.18. Figure 11 Status – protection and alarms 6.5.2.
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Instruction manual CL, SL, SLWN SMART PRO Icon is visible only when the chamber is heating up. Available when the program is running Clicking the icon allows you to quickly change the set temperature (Quick Change function). When the program is running, click the icon to quickly change the time of program duration (Quick Change function).
Instruction manual CL, SL, SLWN SMART PRO The icon appears in the event log and symbolizes entered user message. 6.5.3. Upper expandable and configurable menu When the program is running, in the upper part of the main screen there’s a bar menu with parameter icons (tempera- ture, time, mute function, fan speed, degree of opening the air-flap).
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Instruction manual CL, SL, SLWN SMART PRO Figure 13 Upper expandable menu when the program is stopped Positions available on the upper bar can be personalized. Just drag the selected icon to a new location (Figure 14). Figure 14 Changing icon’s position...
Instruction manual CL, SL, SLWN SMART PRO Quick Note – user’s message 6.5.4. During equipment’s operation, the user can save messages in unit’s memory with information about: the date of inserting a new sample, observed changes in the samples, the place of sampling, etc. To enter a message you must in the main screen in upper menu.
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Instruction manual CL, SL, SLWN SMART PRO Figure 16 Quick program In order to go to Quick program, first you have to log in (if none of the users is logged in, the icon of Quick program will be inactive - grayed out). Then click the icon in the main screen.
Instruction manual CL, SL, SLWN SMART PRO Stopping a Quick program has been made difficult on purpose (this prevents the program from being stopped accidentally) – to stop a program, you have to: go to the menu click the program window keep pressing STOP button for 5 seconds.
Instruction manual CL, SL, SLWN SMART PRO Stop the program. Add a new program. Edit the selected program. Delete the selected program. Download program from USB flash drive. Share the selected program with the user type account. Figure 19 List of programs Information on the number of created programs / the maximum number of programs that the user can create is at the top of the screen (programs: 1/10).
Instruction manual CL, SL, SLWN SMART PRO Figure 20 Program parameters Cancels adding or editing of the program. Going to the edition of program segments. With more parameters, the window can be scrolled up and down. 6.7.2. Segments edition For each program, you can set maximum 100-segment time-temperature profiles that allow you to gradually increase or decrease the incubation temperature of the samples.
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Instruction manual CL, SL, SLWN SMART PRO Press the buton and the first program segment will appear (Figure 21). In this window you can set: • temperature – target temperature which the device is to achieve in this segment (needs to be minimum 2°C below the value for over temperature protection and minimum 2°C above the value for under temperature protection), •...
Instruction manual CL, SL, SLWN SMART PRO The navigation between: segments, program parameters and summary is done by swiping your finger to the side or by touching the icon If, when editing a program, you automatically return to the home screen or you are automatically logged out, the edited program will not be lost, but saved as a draft (see below).
Instruction manual CL, SL, SLWN SMART PRO Figure 23 The summary of the segment Confirms and saves the changes Cancels the entered changes in the segments and goes to program parameters With more parameters, the window can be scrolled up and down. 6.7.4.
Instruction manual CL, SL, SLWN SMART PRO 6.7.6. Priority Can be set in terms of: Parameters: In the program without ramp – the device starts the countdown of the segment time when the set temperature is reached. In the program with ramp – first, the device counts down the time of the ramp and then proceeds to the segment countdown when the set temperature is reached.
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Instruction manual CL, SL, SLWN SMART PRO Figure 25 Main menu Figure 26 Program management menu If the program is running, the symbol appears next to the program name on the list. The symbol means that the program has been edited, but the changes have not been confirmed (Figure 27).
Instruction manual CL, SL, SLWN SMART PRO 6.8.2. The second way • In the main screen press the icon in the upper right corner (Figure 28) • In the upper left corner press „PROGRAM” • Select the program you want to start (Figure 29).
Instruction manual CL, SL, SLWN SMART PRO 6.9. Quick change of parameters You cannot make a quick change (of time / temperature) in a running program that belongs to another user. Information about the program owner can be found in the information panel (lower left corner). Although the ramp time has been included in the program, the Quick Change of parameters will take place immediately while the temperature is being reached.
Instruction manual CL, SL, SLWN SMART PRO 6.9.2. Quick change of set time In order to quickly change the duration time of a running program, press the icon in the main screen (Figure 32). Select the number of days, hours and minutes by scrolling the list up or down (Figure 33).
Instruction manual CL, SL, SLWN SMART PRO 6.9.3. Quick change of fan efficiency and/or degree of opening of the air-flap In order to quickly change the fan efficiency and/or degree of opening of the air-flap press the icon in the main screen (Figure 34).
Instruction manual CL, SL, SLWN SMART PRO On the upper part of the screen there is information about the number of created schedules / the maximum number of schedules to be created (1/10). Figure 36 List of schedules Start the schedule Stop the schedule Add the schedule Edit the schedule...
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Instruction manual CL, SL, SLWN SMART PRO Add a new program to the queue (program must be previously created) Edit and make changes to the selected position Delete the selected position from the list Save the schedule Cancel instroduced changes After pressing (Figure 38) a window appears allowing you to select the program and the date and time of...
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Instruction manual CL, SL, SLWN SMART PRO Figure 40 Information about the program Press the 'start date' field and then set the date and time of program start. Press the 'stop date' field and then set the date and time of the program end.
Instruction manual CL, SL, SLWN SMART PRO You can assign up to 10 programs to one schedule. In total you can create ten schedules. When creating a schedule, consider the following restrictions: • the start time of the first program on the list cannot be earlier than the current date and time, •...
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Instruction manual CL, SL, SLWN SMART PRO Figure 42 List of schedules Start the schedule 6.10.2.2. The second way • In the main screen press the icon (Figure 43), then press the SCHEDULE inscription. The schedule se- lection window will be displayed (Figure 44).
Instruction manual CL, SL, SLWN SMART PRO Figure 44 Selection of the schedule 6.11. Statistics Go to the main menu and press the icon . This panel (Figure 45) displays statistics of the currently running program or program that has ended Statistics are calculated separately for each segment. Data logging for calculation starts after 30 seconds from reaching the set temperature in the segment.
Instruction manual CL, SL, SLWN SMART PRO Figure 45 Statistics 6.12. Data record Go to the main menu and press the icon . Data record window (Figure 46) contains the following information: • time and date of sample registration [date], •...
Instruction manual CL, SL, SLWN SMART PRO Press to display the rest of the data. Recording data onto the USB flash drive. .csv files are available - separated by semicolon when opening e.g. with a spreadsheet, .plkx - opening with the Lab Desk application Before removing the USB flash drive from the USB port, it must be unmounted, see Section 5.9.
Instruction manual CL, SL, SLWN SMART PRO Returns to displaying the entire chart (undo all magnifications) / returns to the list of charts. Returns to data register The opening time of the chart depends on the number of saved data samples. The greater the number of saved samples, the longer this window will open.
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Instruction manual CL, SL, SLWN SMART PRO Recording data onto the USB flash drive. .csv files are available - separated by semicolon when opening e.g. with a spreadsheet, .plkx - opening with the LabDesk application Before removing the USB flash drive from the USB port, it must be unmounted, see Section 5.9.
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Instruction manual CL, SL, SLWN SMART PRO Open door alarm start open door alarm has been activated Door closed the door is closed Open door alarm stop open door alarm has been deactivated Program Restarted program has been reasumed after power failure Upper temp.
Instruction manual CL, SL, SLWN SMART PRO 6.14. Info Go to the main menu and press the icon . The panel contains the following information: • name of device, • temperature range of the device, • serial number of the device, •...
Instruction manual CL, SL, SLWN SMART PRO Figure 54 Saving configuration file 6.15. Users Go to the main menu and press the icon . In this panel (Figure 55) you can add a new user, edit an existing one or delete it. Figure 55 Users list Adding a new user Editing selected user...
Instruction manual CL, SL, SLWN SMART PRO 6.15.1. Creating / editing a user To add or change user settings, press the button , a panel with user data will be displayed (Figure 56). You have to enter: • login – user name, •...
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Instruction manual CL, SL, SLWN SMART PRO ✘ Quick change of set temperature ✔ ✔ ✘ Assigning a program to a user of the user type ✔ ✔ ✘ Creating a schedule ✔ ✔ ✘ Editing a schedule ✔ ✔ ✘...
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Instruction manual CL, SL, SLWN SMART PRO Figure 57 Menu available for Super Admin Information about the currently displayed window indicates Admin account Has access to programs menu and has rights and limitations in accordance with Table Figure 58 Menu available for Admin User account: •...
Instruction manual CL, SL, SLWN SMART PRO Figure 59 Menu available for User 6.16. User settings panel Go to the main menu and press the icon . In this panel (Figure 60) you can: Change the name of the equipment – by default, the device serial number is entered. Change the language in the equipment´s menu.
Instruction manual CL, SL, SLWN SMART PRO Figure 60 User settings panel Confirms changes Cancels the entered changes 6.16.1. Unlocking the touch screen When the automatic touch screen lock is enabled (Section 6.16), slide the blue circle into the white circle to unlock the screen.
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Instruction manual CL, SL, SLWN SMART PRO After changing the date/system time the device will be restarted. To change the date / system time it is necessary to press in the window (Figure 62). The window will appear and you will be able to make changes (Figure 63).
Instruction manual CL, SL, SLWN SMART PRO The same time zones on the device and computer are required for correct operation of the programs. 6.18. Alarms Go to the main menu and press the icon . You can set parameters related to alarms. •...
Instruction manual CL, SL, SLWN SMART PRO 6.18.1. Mute option The icon (Figure 12) in the main screen in the upper menu allows temporary switching off of the alarms sound (open door alarm, exceeding temperature range), e.g. to avoid door alarm during planned loading of the samples into the chamber.
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Instruction manual CL, SL, SLWN SMART PRO Figure 66 LAN settings Confirms changes Cancels the entered changes WiFi settings: • – press to refresh network list, • SSID – press to select network from the drop-down list, • PSK – network password, •...
Instruction manual CL, SL, SLWN SMART PRO 6.20. E-mail reports Go to the main menu and press the icon . In this window you can set the parameters needed to activate e- mail notifications. In the panel there are three windows: Selection of event types for which notifications should be sent (Figure 68).
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Instruction manual CL, SL, SLWN SMART PRO Figure 69 E-mail: Sender – Recipients Confirms changes Cancels the entered changes Configuration of the sender's e-mail account (Figure 70) In this window, enter your e-mail account details: • SMTP server user ID •...
Instruction manual CL, SL, SLWN SMART PRO Before testing the connection, make sure that the device is connected to the network and has a properly configured network connection, see Section 6.19. Temperature – additional temperature sensor Pt 100 (option) 6.21. Go to the main menu and press the icon .
Instruction manual CL, SL, SLWN SMART PRO 6.22. Corrections Go to the main menu and press the icon . In this window (Figure 72) you can correct temperature value indicated on the display by adding the correction value. The set correction value applies to the whole temperature range of the device.
Instruction manual CL, SL, SLWN SMART PRO Figure 73 Archive Save the selected archive onto USB flash drive Delete the selected archive Before removing the USB flash drive from the USB port, it must be unmounted, see Section 5.9. 7. INTERFACE 7.1.
Instruction manual CL, SL, SLWN SMART PRO 8. TEMPERATURE PROTECTION The device is factory fitted with sample protection - temperature protection. If any of the elements responsible for maintaining the set temperature is damaged or the user sets the temperature unconsciously, the set protection will work.
Instruction manual CL, SL, SLWN SMART PRO 9.1. Description of the kit Depending on the model, the drying ovrn may be equipped with one of the following nitrogen connection kits: Kit A for SLWN2 (with tech rotameter which can’t be calibrated) The kit includes: two-stage cylinder reducer with a rotameter for technical gases connection hose 2 m long...
Instruction manual CL, SL, SLWN SMART PRO Laboratory rotameter Kit C for SLWN2 (with tech rotameter which can’t be calibrated) The kit includes: one stage cylinder reducer technical rotameter connection hose 4 m long inox hose clamps 4 pcs. inlet pressure gauge (high pressure) connector to connect to the cylinder...
Instruction manual CL, SL, SLWN SMART PRO 9.2.1. Connection of the Kit A In order to connect the Kit A you have to: Connect the reducer with the rotameter to the cylinder valve. After connecting the reducer to the cylinder valve, slowly open the valve and with the closed shut-off valve at the reducer outlet, check the tightness of the cylinder valve, its connection with the reducer, sealing of the 1st and 2nd stage reduction systems, safety valves and shut-off valve by lubricating with soapy water.
Instruction manual CL, SL, SLWN SMART PRO Place the end of the second part of the hose on the connector in the rotameter. Put the hose clamp on and tighten it. Insert the other end of the second part of the hose onto the connector of the equipment (located at the bottom back of the drying oven).
Instruction manual CL, SL, SLWN SMART PRO The connection method is shown in the figure below. 9.3. Shut-off solenoid valve for gas supply (optionally) The solenoid valve opens the gas supply to the equipment at the beginning of the program and closes it when the program is finished.
Instruction manual CL, SL, SLWN SMART PRO Kit B and C Do not set a pressure higher than 4 bar on the low-pressure working gauge with the adjustment screw. It can damage the rotameter. Close the control valve on the rotameter (turning clockwise). Set the minimum pressure on the reducer with the adjustment screw (turning left).
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Instruction manual CL, SL, SLWN SMART PRO 152 ∗ 15 = 38 [/] NOTE: (applies to RUG rotameters, which are accessories of a two-stage cylinder reducer with a rotameter type 2RBAz-0,3R): If there are „dm = 101,3 kPa” markings next to the scale on the /min N / T = 293 K / P = 392,3 kPa / T = 273 K / P...
Instruction manual CL, SL, SLWN SMART PRO = 105 [ºC] and for reducers with inbuilt RUG rotameters taking Required flows for the temperature in the chamber t into account correction factor k = 1,14: Equipment [l/min] SLWN 15 4,95 SLWN 32 8,66 SLWN 53 14,38...
Instruction manual CL, SL, SLWN SMART PRO Only mild cleaning products should be used to clean the device. Electrical parts should not get in contact with water or detergent. Clean the touch screen using a soft cloth or a foam for cleaning touch screens. USB port can be cleaned with a vacuum cleaner to prevent accumulation of dirt inside the port.
Instruction manual CL, SL, SLWN SMART PRO 11.3. Cleaning the touch screen The touch screen is exposed to dirt, so it must be cleaned regularly. To clean the touch screen, use a clean and dry microfiber cloth. It is a very delicate material and collects dirt well. Before using the cloth, make sure that on the surface there are no crumbs or particles.
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Instruction manual CL, SL, SLWN SMART PRO 13.1. Possible defects Malfunction What to check? What to do? The unit is not working Check if the unit is plugged in correctly Plug in the unit correctly Check if the circuit-breaker has tripped Press the circuit breaker on the back of the device Check the voltage in the socket...
POL-EKO-APARATURA warrants that this product will be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of two (2) years from date of the invoice. If a defect is present, POL-EKO-APARATURA will, at its option and cost, repair, replace, or refund the purchase price of this product to the customer, provided it is returned during the warranty period.
Instruction manual CL, SL, SLWN SMART PRO 15. RATING PLATE The rating plate is located on the left side wall in the upper left corner. Below there is an example of a rating plate: Manufacturer’s data Type of device Serial number (the two marked digits indicate the year of manufacture of the device) Temperature protection class according to DIN 12880 Degree of protection against electric shock (class I: protection against indirect contact) and IP enclosure protection rating...
230 [V] ±10% / 50 [Hz] Shelves fitted/max 3/10 3/14 5/16 6/22 Warranty 24 months Manufacturer POL-EKO-APARATURA working chamber is always smaller depth does not include 50mm of power cable reinforced shelf reinforced version on uniformly loaded surface CL, SL...
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