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This document is not part of any sales contract between Thermo Fisher Scientific and a purchaser. This document shall in no way govern or modify any Terms and Conditions of Sale, which Terms and Conditions of Sale shall govern all conflicting information between the two documents. 18L low temp incubator Fisherbrand...
Basic operating precautions These operating instructions describe the Fisherbrand 18L low temp incubator. The Fisherbrand 18L low temp incubator has been manufactured to the latest state of the art and been tested thoroughly for flawless functioning prior to shipping. However, the device may present potential hazards, particularly if it is operated by inadequately trained personnel or if it is not used in accordance with the intended purpose.
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. 18L low temp incubator Fisherbrand...
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This device has been tested by the Canadian Standards Association (CSA) on the basis of CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 61010-1 and CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 61010-2-010, UL 61010-1 and IEC 61010-2-010 and bears the cCSAus symbol for tested safety. It is subject to production monitoring by the CSA. Fisherbrand 18L low temp incubator...
Intended use of the device Correct use The Fisherbrand 18L low temp incubator is a laboratory device in the standard version and serves the preparation and cultivation of microbiological cultures and micro-organisms in safety levels L1 and L2. The device enables the special physiological ambient conditions which these cultures require to be simulated due to it exactly controlling the useable space temperature.
Delivery of the device Packaging The Fisherbrand 18L low temp incubator are delivered in a rugged packaging box. All packaging materials can be separated and are reusable: Packaging materials Packaging carton: Recycled paper Foam elements: Styrofoam (CFC-free) Packaging film: Polyethylene...
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Delivery of the device Scope of supply 18L low temp incubator Fisherbrand...
Installation Environmental conditions The Fisherbrand 18L low temp incubator device must only be operated in a location that meets all of the specific ambient condition requirements listed below: Location requirements • Dry place of erection within a closed space which is free from droughts.
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. 18L low temp incubator Fisherbrand...
100 V or 240V a.c. supply; mains fluctuation +/-10%, 50/60 Hz Useable space components The surface of the useable space of the Fisherbrand 18L low temp incubator is reduced to a minimum and therefore supports the protection against contamination and its easy and efficient elimination.
4-3; 2] is provided underneath the device which collects the condensation which collects whilst the useable space is in use. Abbildung 4-3 Cooling or heating elements and the condensation tray in the Fisherbrands 18L low temp incubator Fisherbrand 18L low temp incubator...
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Description of unit Condensation tray 18L low temp incubator Fisherbrand...
Insert the perforated plates in the grooved profiles on the side walls of the useable space. Preparing the useable space The Fisherbrand 18L low temp incubator is not delivered in a sterile condition. The following useable space components should be checked for cleanliness and disinfected prior to use: •...
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. 18L low temp incubator Fisherbrand...
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. Fisherbrand 18L low temp incubator...
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Handling and control This chapter explains the operating elements of the Fisherbrand 18L low temp incubator in addition to providing operating instructions. Abbildung 7-1 Control panel Fisherbrand 18L low temp incubator Tabelle 7-1Operating elements of the Fisherbrands 18L low temp incubator...
Handling and control Powering up and down Powering up and down Switch the Fisherbrand 18L low temp incubator on by pressing button (Abb. 7-1; 5). The display (Abb. 7-1; 5) is activated and shows the current useable space temperature. To switch off the Fisherbrand 18L low temp incubator, press button (Abb.
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. Fisherbrand 18L low temp incubator...
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Shut-down Shutting the device down 18L low temp incubator Fisherbrand...
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. Fisherbrand 18L low temp incubator...
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• 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! 18L low temp incubator Fisherbrand...
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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 plates dry with a soft sterile cloth. Fisherbrand 18L low temp incubator...
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1. Again spray or wipe over the surface of the useable space and the removed perforated plates with a disinfectant. 2. Allow time for the disinfectant to act as specified by the manufacturer. 3. Replace the perforated plates in the useable space. 18L low temp incubator Fisherbrand...
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. Fisherbrand 18L low temp incubator 10-1...
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• 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. Fisherbrand 18L low temp incubator 11-1...
Device rear panel Plastic Outer door Plastic Heater Peltier element Inside chamber Plastic Perforated plates Stainless steel Seal Cellular rubber Fan impeller Plastic Cables Plastic-sheathed stranded copper wire Packaging Corrugated board, polyethylene film, and styrofoam 11-2 18L low temp incubator Fisherbrand...
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37 °C (98.6 °F) - Energy consumption under no-load conditions at an ambi- 20 W ent temperature of 23 °C (73.4 °F) and a useable space tem- perature of 17 °C (62.6 °F) Fisherbrand 18L low temp incubator 12-1...
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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 18L low temp incubator Fisherbrand...
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Accessories Material No. Description 10031-744 Stainless steel perforated shelf for small cooled incubator, 18L Fisherbrand 18L low temp incubator 13-1...
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