Thermo Scientific 30M Operating And Maintenance Manual

Thermo Scientific 30M Operating And Maintenance Manual

Precision 30 cu ft incubator

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Precision 30 cu ft Incubator
Standard or Low Temperature
Operating and Maintenance Manual 3177878 Rev. N

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  • Page 1 Thermo Scientific Precision 30 cu ft Incubator Standard or Low Temperature Operating and Maintenance Manual 3177878 Rev. N Visit us online to register your warranty www.thermoscientific.com/labwarranty...
  • Page 2 Preface Standard Temperature Model 30M Voltage Door 3971 120V, 50/60 Hz., 1450W Solid 3973 120V, 50/60 Hz., 1450W Glass Low Temperature (Refrigerated) Model 30MR Voltage Door 3975 120V, 60 Hz., 2150W Solid 3977 120V, 60 Hz., 2150W Glass MANUAL NUMBER 3177878...
  • Page 3 Thermo Fisher Scientific makes no representations or warranties with respect to this manual. In no event shall Thermo be held liable for any damages, direct or incidental, arising out of or related to the use of this manual. ©1999 Thermo Fisher Scientific. All rights reserved. 30 cu ft Incubators Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 4 European Country, and this product should be disposed of or recycled through them. Further information on Thermo’s compliance with this directive, the recyclers in your country and information on Thermo Scientific products will be available at www.thermofisher.com. Always use the proper protective equipment (clothing, gloves, goggles, etc.) Always dissipate extreme cold or heat and wear protective clothing.
  • Page 5 We can also provide you with a quotation on our Extended Warranty for your Thermo Scientific products. Whatever Thermo Scientific products you need or use, we will be happy to discuss your applications. If you are experiencing technical problems, working together, we will help you locate the problem and, chances are, correct it yourself...over the telephone without a service...
  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Warranty Information ......... 9-1 Section 9 Thermo Scientific 30 cu ft Incubators...
  • Page 7: Cautions And Warnings

    Avoid spillage of large volumes of liquids. DO NOT evaporate noxious fumes. The liquid level in the container should be checked daily to prevent overflow. Allow a 4°C differential between the desired operating temperature and the safety temperature. Thermo Scientific 30 cu ft Incubators...
  • Page 8: Electrical

    DO NOT use a two-prong adapter plug. Hazardous high voltage conditions exist inside the control compartment. Disconnect all electrical power to the incubator before removing the cover. Only qualified electrical instrument personnel are authorized to perform troubleshooting and/or servicing. 30 cu ft Incubators Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 9: Introduction

    After turning compressor Off. TEMP. INCREASE TEMP. INCREASE Wait 3 minutes 1400 before restarting. HEAT 15 AMPS MAX Figure 2-1. Standard Temperature Model 30M (3971, 3973) Figure 2-2. Low Temperature Model 30MR (3975, 3977) Thermo Scientific 30 cu ft Incubators...
  • Page 10 Caution This product is not intended, nor can it be used, as a sterile or patient connected device. In addition, this apparatus is not designed for use in Class I, II, or III locations as defined by the National Electrical Code. 30 cu ft Incubators Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 11: Unpacking And Damage

    DO NOT — FOR ANY REASON — RETURN THIS UNIT WITHOUT FIRST OBTAINING AUTHORIZATION. In any correspondence to Thermo, please supply the nameplate data, including catalog number and serial number. Thermo Scientific 30 cu ft Incubators...
  • Page 12: General Information

    General Information Section 4 The following instructions encompass the incubators listed below: Electrical Model No. Description Characteristics Standard Temperature Model (30M) Incubator, 3971 120V, 50/60 Hz., 1450W w/solid door Low Temperature Model (30MR) Incubator, 3975 120V, 60 Hz., 2150W w/solid door...
  • Page 13 Section 4 General Information Model 30M Model 30MR Standard Model Refrigerated Model Temperature Range ambient +5°C to 70°C 5°C to 70°C Dimensions (W x D x H) 36 x 30 x 88 inches 30 x 24 x 72 inches Overall...
  • Page 14: Explanation Of Controls

    Usually, the 1400 watt position is used for quick chamber heat-up, depending on the nature of the load and desired operating temperature. The switch may later be placed in its appropriate position for normal operation. Thermo Scientific 30 cu ft Incubators...
  • Page 15 (52°C), and it will prevent damage to the compressor due to excessive pressures created by high temperature in the chamber. NOTE Allow the incubator to cool to approximately 100°F (38°C) before changing from HEAT to COOL switch positions. 30 cu ft Incubators Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 16 Exhaust vent Power line pilot light Wattage selection switch Interior (convenience outlet) Heat “ON - OFF” switch “ON-OFF” switch Figure 5-1. Standard Model 30M Safety thermostat, Cool pilot light Control thermostat adjustment screw Interior (convenience outlet) adjustment screw Safety pilot light...
  • Page 17: Installation

    For personal safety, this apparatus must be properly grounded. A power cord is provided at the rear of the cabinet for the Convenience Outlet, 15 amps maximum, located inside the chamber. Thermo Scientific 30 cu ft Incubators...
  • Page 18 Caution The uniformity will be adversely affected if air circulation is obstructed. Do not exceed 100 lbs. load per shelf, as weight in excess of this will cause the shelf to sag. 30 cu ft Incubators Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 19 A piece of 7/16" I.D. plastic tubing is used to connect the condensate drip tube (located at the rear center of the chamber ceiling) to this container. Note The liquid level, in the container, should be checked daily to prevent overflow. Thermo Scientific 30 cu ft Incubators...
  • Page 20: Operation

    Allow the chamber temperature to rise to within 5°C of the desired temperature; then select the appropriate heater wattage. Desired Chamber Wattage Setting Temperature °C 37 to 45 46 to 60 1400 61 to 70 Thermo Scientific 30 cu ft Incubators...
  • Page 21 30 minutes; then determine the percent of heat cycle. Setting the SAFETY and CONTROL Thermostats: For Model 30M: 1. Using a small screwdriver, turn both the temperature control and safety temperature thermostat adjustment screws fully clockwise. The temperature control pilot lamp should now be illuminated.
  • Page 22 Control pilot light cycles (50% of the time on and 50% of the time off). Note Allow a 4°C differential between the desired operating temperature and the safety temperature. Example: Set operating temperature at 20°C and safety temperature at 24°C. Thermo Scientific 30 cu ft Incubators...
  • Page 23: Service

    Compressor Charging Specifications: ~ 8 oz. of R134a ~ Low Side = 9 - 13 Psig @ 5 oC ~ High Side = 120 -135 Psig Thermo Scientific 30 cu ft Incubators...
  • Page 24: Troubleshooting

    3. Make certain that all wire terminal connections are secure. 4. Make certain an intermittent failure of the switches, thermostats, heater, or wiring has not occurred. If so, isolate the cause, repair, or replace. 30 cu ft Incubators Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 25: Parts Replacement

    Pilot Light Replacement: 1. Remove clip that fastens the pilot light to rear of panel. 2. Tag wires for identification; then disconnect. 3. Remove pilot light and replace in reverse order. Thermo Scientific 30 cu ft Incubators...
  • Page 26 2. Tag and remove the wires at the heater terminals. 3. Remove the screws at the brackets which hold the heater in place. 4. Install the new heater by following the reverse of the above steps. 30 cu ft Incubators Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 27: Parts List

    Gasket, Door, Old (pre May 2000) 3176316 Gasket, Door, New (after May 2000) 3176319 Pillar, Shelf 3163415 Cooling Coil 3174760 Gasket, Neoprene 3175055 Seal Gasket 3175098 100130 Coil Seal 3175099 Drain Tube 317732 Teflon Washer Seal 73012 Thermo Scientific 30 cu ft Incubators...
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