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- Page 1 Operating Instructions Incubator MCO-18AC Series Please read the operating instructions carefully before using this product, and save the operating instructions for future use. See page 46 for all model numbers.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ....................2 PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION ............3 LABELS ON INCUBATORS ................7 ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS ..............7 INCUBATOR COMPONENTS ................8 Control panel and keypad ................10 Remote alarm terminal ................... 11 INSTALLATION SITE ..................12 INSTALLATION ....................13 Connecting a CO gas cylinder .............. -
Page 4: Introduction
INTRODUCTION ■ Read the operating instructions carefully before using the Product and follow the instructions for safety operation. ■ PHC Corporation disavows any responsibility for safety if the Product is used for other than the intended use or used with any procedures other than those given in the operating instructions. ■... -
Page 5: Precautions For Safe Operation
PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION It is imperative that the user complies with the operating instructions as it contains important safety advice. Items and procedures are described so that you can use this unit correctly and safely. If the precautions advised are followed, this will prevent possible injury to the user and any other person. - Page 6 PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION WARNING Do not use the unit outdoors. Current leakage or electric shock may result if the unit is exposed to rain water. Only qualified engineers or service personnel should install the unit. The installation by unqualified personnel may cause electric shock or fire. Install the unit on a sturdy floor and take an adequate precaution to prevent the unit from turning over.
- Page 7 WARNING Ensure you do not inhale or consume medication or aerosols from around the unit at the time of maintenance. These may be harmful to your health. Never splash water directly onto the unit as this may cause electric shock or short circuit. Never put containers with liquid on the unit as this may cause electric shock or short circuit when the liquid is spilled.
- Page 8 PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION CAUTION This unit must be plugged into a dedicated circuit protected by branch circuit breaker. Use a dedicated power source as indicated on the rating label attached to the unit. A multiple-tap may cause fire resulting from abnormal heating. Never store corrosive substances such as acid or alkali in this unit if the container cannot be sealed.
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Page 9: Labels On Incubators
LABELS ON INCUBATORS Warning and caution labels are attached to the incubator. The following table describes the labels. This label is attached to covers that access high-voltage electrical components to prevent electric shock. Only a qualified engineer or service personnel should be allowed to open these covers. -
Page 10: Incubator Components
INCUBATOR COMPONENTS 9 (inside) Handles 19,20 (inside) When an optional UV system set MCO-18UVS3 is installed. Handles 10, 11 When an optional UV system set MCO-18UVS3 is installed. Rear Right Side Rear Left Side... - Page 11 1. Outer door: Sticks to frame with magnetic seal. Door heater is installed in the outer door panel. The door opening is reversible. Contact our sales representative or agent to change the door hinge from left to right or vice versa. 2.
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Page 12: Control Panel And Keypad
INCUBATOR COMPONENTS Control panel and keypad 1. Digital temperature indicator (TEMPERATURE C): Normally, this indicator shows the chamber temperature. In the setting mode, it shows the set value of the chamber temperature. If the self diagnostic function detects any abnormality, an error code will be displayed. 2. -
Page 13: Remote Alarm Terminal
12. Alarm buzzer stop key (BUZZER): Press this key to silence the buzzer when the alarm operates and the buzzer sounds (The remote alarm is not stopped). 13. CO gas supply line indicator (A/B): The lamp for the supply line currently in use lights up provided that MCO-21GC gas auto changer (option) is installed. -
Page 14: Installation Site
INSTALLATION SITE For correct operation of the incubator, install it in a location with the following conditions. WARNING When using CO gas for control, make sure that there is adequate ventilation. Using CO gas in a small room without adequate ventilation may cause gas poisoning or oxygen deprivation. In addition, when opening the incubator doors, do not directly inhale the air in the chamber. -
Page 15: Installation
INSTALLATION 1. Remove the packing tape and clean up. Remove all the tapes that are securing the doors and inner attachments. Open the doors for ventilation. If the outer panels are dirty, dampen a cloth with a diluted neutral detergent and wipe them. (Using an undiluted solution may damage the plastic. -
Page 16: Connecting A Co Gas Cylinder
INSTALLATION Connecting a CO gas cylinder WARNING When connecting a gas cylinder to the incubator, confirm the gas type. Confirm that the connections are secure and that no gas will escape. Be sure to use the specified pressure. Using an incorrect gas or pressure may result in explosion or fire, or in gas poisoning or oxygen deprivation due to escaping gas. -
Page 17: Preventing Contamination
PREVENTING CONTAMINATION To prevent contamination of the chamber, select a suitable installation site. Avoid locations with high temperatures or humidity. Avoid locations with high temperatures or humidity, because of a greater presence of microorganisms in the air. Avoid locations with passers-by or drafts. Avoid locations near doors, air conditioners, fans, etc., where passers-by or drafts can facilitate the entry of microorganisms into the chamber. -
Page 18: Precautions For Cultures
PRECAUTIONS FOR CULTURES Leave space between culture containers. Always leave space for ventilation between culture containers (Petri dishes, flasks, etc.). Inadequate spacing may result in uneven temperature distribution and CO gas density. Do not place harmful materials in the chamber. Never place samples that release acidic, alkali, or corrosive gas in the chamber. -
Page 19: Initial Cleaning Method
INITIAL CLEANING METHOD Before using the incubator for the first time, clean dirt (tape residue, smear, etc.) from the chamber and the inner attachments thoroughly. To keep the chamber clean is essential to get the proper performance out of the incubator. Use the following steps to clean the incubator properly. -
Page 20: Removing Inner Attachments
REMOVING INNER ATTACHMENTS CAUTION Wear rubber gloves when performing maintenance on the chamber. Failure to wear gloves may result in cuts or abrasions from sharp edges or corners. Be careful not to damage the water level sensor or the UV lamp in the duct (if an optional UV system set MCO-18UVS3 is installed.). - Page 21 8. Remove the fan by pulling out the central spring and then by pulling out the fan. (Fig. 7) 9. Remove the screw securing the clamp for the side support. (Fig. 8) 10. Remove the clamp. (Fig. 9) 11. Lift the side supports off of the pins. (Fig. 10) 12.
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Page 22: Installing Inner Attachments
INSTALLING INNER ATTACHMENTS Use the following steps to install the inner attachments properly. 1. To reinstall all the attachments, perform the procedure in reverse order from step 12 on page 19. 2. When installing the fan, insert it to the motor shaft securely. Lightly turn the fan by manual to make sure that it does not touch the rear panel. -
Page 23: Filling Humidifying Pan
FILLING HUMIDIFYING PAN Use the following procedure to fill the humidifying pan or to replace the water. 1. (When an optional UV system set MCO-18UVS3 is installed) Lift the humidifying pan cover. (Fig. 1) 2. Pull out the humidifying pan. (Fig. 2) 3. - Page 24 FILLING HUMIDIFYING PAN CAUTION (When an optional UV system set MCO-18UVS3 is installed) When refilling the water in the humidifying pan, always wipe off any dirt from the water level sensor with alcohol for disinfection. While doing that, be careful not to apply excessive force to the sensor lead wire.
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Page 25: Water Level Sensor (Mco-18Ac With Mco-18Uvs3)
WATER LEVEL SENSOR (MCO-18AC with MCO-18UVS3) The water level sensor is used with the MCO-18AC with an optional UV system set MCO-18UVS3 installed. The water level sensor is set automatically when the humidifying pan is installed. Take care not to damage the water level sensor when removing or installing the humidifying pan. When the humidifying pan is removed (side view) Water level sensor Humidifying pan... -
Page 26: Routine Maintenance
ROUTINE MAINTENANCE To use this unit in a clean condition, clean the chamber and all the inner attachments at least once a month. 1. Remove all the inner attachments by the procedures shown on page 18. 2. Clean the chamber and all the inner attachments by the procedures shown on page 17. 3. -
Page 27: Setting Chamber Temperature And Co Density
SETTING CHAMBER TEMPERATURE AND CO DENSITY Table below shows the basic procedure for setting the chamber temperature and CO density. The high limit temperature alarm setting is also shown in the table. Perform key operations in the sequence indicated in the table. The example in the table is based on the assumption that the desired temperature is 33 C and CO density is 5 %. -
Page 28: Setting Of Alarm Resume Time
SETTING OF ALARM RESUME TIME The alarm buzzer is silenced by pressing the alarm buzzer stop key (BUZZER) on the control panel during alarm condition (The remote alarm is not canceled). The buzzer will be activated again after certain suspension if the alarm condition is continued (The remote alarm continues). -
Page 29: Key Lock Function
KEY LOCK FUNCTION This incubator is provided with the key lock function. When the key lock is ON, change of temperature or density setting through the key pad is not available. Note: The key lock is set in OFF mode at the factory. Display Mode Function... -
Page 30: Uv Lamp (Mco-18Ac With Mco-18Uvs3)
UV LAMP (MCO-18AC with MCO-18UVS3) The clauses below are applicable when an optional UV system set MCO-18UVS3 is installed. The UV lamp is located inside the duct to sterilize the water in the humidifying pan and air circulating in the chamber. ... -
Page 31: Precautions When Using Uv Lamp
Precautions when using UV lamp The clauses below are applicable when an optional UV system set MCO-18UVS3 is installed. Always use the humidifying pan and humidifying pan cover. The humidifying pan and humidifying pan cover prevent UV light from escaping. Always use them even when not humidifying. -
Page 32: Setting Uv Lamp On Period
UV LAMP (MCO-18AC with MCO-18UVS3) Setting UV lamp ON period The clauses below are applicable when an optional UV system set MCO-18UVS3 is installed. Follow the procedure below when changing the setting of the UV lamp ON period. Basic operation sequence (Example: change of UV lamp ON period from 5 minutes to 3 minutes) Description of operation Key operated Indication after operation... -
Page 33: Lighting Uv Lamp For 24 Hours
Lighting UV lamp for 24 hours The clauses below are applicable when an optional UV system set MCO-18UVS3 is installed. If the chamber has been contaminated by dirt or by spilling the medium, use the following procedure to decontaminate the chamber by lighting the UV lamp for 24 hours. 1. -
Page 34: Alarms, Safety, And Self-Diagnosis
ALARMS, SAFETY, AND SELF-DIAGNOSIS The incubator supports the following alarms, safety functions, and self-diagnostic functions. Alarms, safety and self-diagnosis for culture operations Alarm or safety Conditions Indication Buzzer Safety operation function Over heat lamp lights. If the chamber temperature exceeds High limit E12 or E16 and chamber Heater OFF... -
Page 35: Calibration Temperature Calibration
CALIBRATION Temperature calibration Span setting Span setting should be done under stable condition of temperature, humidity, and CO density. 1. Press the calibration key (CAL) once to enter the CO calibration pre-conditioning mode. 2. Press the calibration key (CAL) for approximately 5 seconds again to enter the temperature calibration input mode. -
Page 36: Co 2 Calibration
CALIBRATION calibration Span setting Span setting should be done under stable condition of temperature, humidity, and CO density. 1. Press the calibration key (CAL) once to enter the CO calibration pre-conditioning mode. 2. Confirm blinking the decimal point in the digital CO density indicator. -
Page 37: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING If the incubator does not seem to be working properly, check the following items before calling for service. Malfunction Check/Remedy • The incubator is not plugged correctly into a power outlet. The incubator does not • The circuit breaker at the power source is active or a power operate at all. -
Page 38: Disposal Of Unit
TROUBLESHOOTING Malfunction Check/Remedy • HEPA filter is provided in the gas piping. If it takes much time If it takes much time to to recover the gas density even though the gas pressure is recover the CO gas density normal, it may be that dust on the HEPA filter prevents the gas flow. - Page 39 Note: This symbol mark and recycle system are applied only to EU countries and not applied to the countries in the other area of the world. (English) Information on Disposal for Users of Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment (private households) This symbol on the products and/or accompanying documents means that used electrical and electronic products should not be mixed with general household waste.
- Page 40 DISPOSAL OF UNIT (French) Informations relatives à l’évacuation des déchets, destinées aux utilisateurs d’appareils électriques et électroniques (appareils ménagers domestiques) Lorsque ce symbole figure sur les produits et/ou les documents qui les accompagnent, cela signifie que les appareils électriques et électroniques ne doivent pas être jetés avec les ordures ménagères.
- Page 41 (Portuguese) Informações sobre a eliminação de resíduos para utilizadores de equipamentos eléctricos e electrónicos (utilizadores particulares) Este símbolo nos produtos e/ou documentos anexos significa que os produtos eléctricos e electrónicos usados não devem ser misturados com os resíduos urbanos indiferenciados. Para efectuar um tratamento, recuperação e reciclagem correctos, leve estes produtos para pontos de recolha próprios para o efeito, onde serão aceites gratuitamente.
- Page 42 DISPOSAL OF UNIT (Dutch) Informatie over het weggooien van elektrische en elektronische apparatuur (particulieren) Dit symbool betekent in Europa dat gebruikte elektrische en elektronische producten niet bij het normale huishoudelijke afval mogen. Lever deze producten in bij de aangewezen inzamelingspunten, waar ze gratis worden geaccepteerd en op de juiste manier worden verwerkt, teruggewonnen en hergebruikt.
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Page 43: Automatic Co Cylinder Changeover
AUTOMATIC CO CYLINDER CHANGEOVER A gas auto changer (MCO-21GC) is available as an optional accessory. This system switches the gas supply line when one of the CO gas cylinders is empty. Note: The installation of the MCO-21GC must be performed by qualified service personnel only. Install the MCO-21GC and then perform the following procedure 1. - Page 44 AUTOMATIC CO CYLINDER CHANGEOVER The MCO-21GC detects that there is no more CO gas in a cylinder when the CO density in the chamber does not increase for a while even after opening the CO gas valve in the incubator. The supply line may also be switched for other reasons even though there is gas left in the cylinder: blocking or restricting of gas tube, reduction of CO gas pressure, or improper opening of CO...
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Page 45: Stacking Incubators
STACKING INCUBATORS Use the following procedure to stack incubators. This work is potentially dangerous, so contact our sales representative or agent. CAUTION Select a floor that is strong enough to support the stacked incubators. Never stack 3 or more incubators. Doing so is dangerous. 1. - Page 46 STACKING INCUBATORS Front panel Stacking plate B Front side Stacking plate A Protective sticker Hook Fig. A...
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Page 47: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS Product name incubator MCO-18AC External dimensions W620 mm x D710 mm x H900 mm (W24.4 inch x D28.0 inch x H35.4 inch) Internal dimensions W490 mm x D523 mm x H665 mm (W19.3 inch x D20.6 inch x H26.2 inch) Interior volume 170 L (6.00 cu.ft.) Exterior... -
Page 48: Performance
PERFORMANCE Product name incubator MCO-18AC Model number MCO-18AC-PT MCO-18AC-PK MCO-18AC-PE Temperature control range Ambient temperature +5 C to 50 C (ambient temperature; 5 C to 35 Temperature distribution ±0.25 C (ambient temperature; 25 C, setting; 37 C, CO 5 %, no load) Temperature variation ±0.1 C (ambient temperature;... -
Page 49: Safety Check Sheet
CAUTION Please fill in this form before servicing. Hand over this form to the service engineer to keep for his and your safety. Safety check sheet 1. Incubator contents : □ □ Risk of infection: □ □ Risk of toxicity: □... - Page 52 1-1-1 Sakada, Oizumi-machi, Ora-gun, Gunma 370-0596, Japan Printed in Japan LDCL039500-0 © PHC Corporation 2018 S0418-0...
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