Summary of Contents for Fisher Scientific Isotemp 178L 120V
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Basic Operating Precautions These operating instructions describe Fisher Scientific low temperature incubators. Fisher Scientific low temperature incubators have been manufactured to the latest state of the art and have been tested thoroughly for flawless functioning prior to shipping. However, the low temperature incubator 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.
• Arrange the samples evenly throughout the work space, making sure not to place them too closely to the interior walls to ensure a uniform temperature distribution. • Do not load your Fisher Scientific low temperature incubator with substances that exceed the capabilities of the available lab apparatus and Personal Protection Equipment to provide sufficient degrees of protection to users and third parties.
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 equipment or property. Is used for useful hints and information regarding the application. Fisher Scientific Peltier Low Temp. Incubators...
Explanation of Safety Information and Symbols Additional Symbols for Safety Information Wear safety gloves! Wear safety goggles! Harmful liquids! Electric shock! Hot surfaces! Fire hazard! Explosion hazard! Suffocation hazard! Biological hazard! Contamination hazard! Danger of tipping! Peltier Low Temp. Incubators Fisher Scientific...
Intended Purpose Intended Purpose of the low temperature incubator Fisher Scientific low temperature incubators are laboratory equipment for tempering (cooling and heating) of defined substances and materials. They serve for the preparation and cultivation of cell and tissue cultures. The devices employ precision temperature control for simulating the particular physiological environment for these cultures.
Delivery of the low temperature incubator Packaging Fisher Scientific low temperature incubators 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 and HFC-free)
381L Perforated shelves Support rail for shelf table-top low temperature incubators Shelf support Power cord Clip springs for table-top low temperature incubators Plug for standard access port Anti-tilt anchor Operating manual Condensate water dish Peltier Low Temp. Incubators Fisher Scientific...
• Transient surges must lie within the range of levels that normally occur in the power supply system. The impulse withstand voltage based on surge category II of IEC 60364-4-443 shall be applied at the nominal voltage level. Fisher Scientific Peltier Low Temp. Incubators...
• If excessive temperatures tend to occur in the operating room, be sure to provide a thermal protection means that cuts out the power supply to mitigate the impact of over-temperature scenarios. Peltier Low Temp. Incubators Fisher Scientific...
* Depth of handle /display (66 mm/2.6 in) not included in overall depth specified; height of adjustable feet (36 mm/1.4 in) not included in overall height specified. Table 3-2 Required Clearances E (mm/inch) F (mm/inch) H (mm/inch) I (mm/inch) 130/5,1 150/5,9 200/7,9 300/11,8 Fisher Scientific Peltier Low Temp. Incubators...
Depth of handle /display (66 mm/2.6 in) not included in overall depth specified. Width of hinge (23 mm) not included in overall width. Table 3-4 Required Clearances E (mm/inch) F (mm/inch) H (mm/inch) I (mm/inch) 150/5,9 150/5,9 360/14,2 200/7,9 Peltier Low Temp. Incubators Fisher Scientific...
To avoid crushing your fingers or hands (particularly in a closing door) or damaging the low temperature incubator, do not use any other lift points than those indicated in the illustration above. Fisher Scientific Peltier Low Temp. Incubators...
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Disconnect the unit from the power source before moving it. Unscrew the wall mounts/supports from the wall. Retract the spacers. Move the Fisher Scientific floor stand units with caution. When moving the unit always give particular attention to protruding items, such as door handle, spacers, etc.
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Two Isotemp 178L low temperature incubators can be stacked without use of a stacking kit. The kit is recommended when stacking with an oven or a unit with decontamination cycle, to avoid temperature impact. 2 x Anti-tilt anchor Fisher Scientific Peltier Low Temp. Incubators...
Fisher Scientific floor stand low temperature incubators must always be attached to the wall using two (2) retaining brackets on the outer left and right side on the back of the unit. Peltier Low Temp. Incubators...
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Separate and move each device one by one, then re-stack them. Thermo Scientific don‘t give warranty for stacking equipment of other manufac- turer‘s, this occurs at own risk. Fisher Scientific Peltier Low Temp. Incubators...
Product Description The section describes the Fisher Scientific low temperature incubator for standard laboratory applications. Fisher Scientific low temperature incubator overview The Peltier low temperature incubators come equipped with the following features: • high-precision work space temperature control, adjustable in steps of one-tenth of a degree from 10°C (50°F) up to 60°C (140°F)
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Product Description Fisher Scientific low temperature incubator overview The individual features of IMP Series low temperature incubators are shown in the figures below. Figure 4-1 Isotemp CCG 178L Front View Outer door Door latch cutout Door latch and handle Door hinge, lower...
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Product Description Fisher Scientific low temperature incubator overview Figure 4-2 Isotemp CCG 178L Rear View Door latch and handle Control panel Stacking pad Access port Peltier system with outside fan Electronics compartment Leveling foot Sample sensor connection Condense water drain with dish [10] Electro compartment Condensate water dish...
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Figure 4-3 Isotemp CCG 381L Front View Outer door Door latch Unit caster Air baffle Fan opening Door hook catch Glass door latch Temperature sensor Access port [10] Glass door [11] Fan opening, air baffle [12] Door frame heater Peltier Low Temp. Incubators Fisher Scientific...
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[10] Nameplate on sidewall [11] 1 x Peltier system with outside fan Condensate water dish Prior to the commisioning of the unit the both condensate water dishes are to be installed according to figure 4-4. Fisher Scientific Peltier Low Temp. Incubators...
The PT 100-type sensor for the control of the work space temperature and for the thermal protection is installed on the bottom of table-top low temperature incubators and in the top of floor stand low temperature incubators. Fisher Scientific Peltier Low Temp. Incubators...
When the user acknowledges the error message, the red alarm icon (D4 in figure 7-1 page 7-1) is illuminated and the Temperature Set Value icon (see table 7-3 page 7-4) is highlighted by a red border to indicate that thermal protection has kicked in. Peltier Low Temp. Incubators Fisher Scientific...
The RS- 232 interface (item 2 in figure 4-9 below) may be used to connect Fisher Scientific low temperature incubators to the serial interface port of a computer to allow for the computer-aided acquisition and documentation of major operating parameters (temperature, error codes, etc.).
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The device fuses are not user-serviceable. When the low temperature incubator exhibits the typical signs of a blown fuse (no response to pressing the On/Off button, control panel remains extinguished, no heating operation), call Thermo Fisher Scientific Customer Service to have the fuses replaced. Replacement 2 A fuses socket Access to the 2 A fuses for the electrical outlets Fig.
It is recommended to close the access port as much as possible after inserting cable, hose, additional sensor to keep air exchange via the port to a minimum. Fisher Scientific Peltier Low Temp. Incubators 4-11...
For details on using the shelf system, see “Installing the Shelf System” page 5-1. Figure 4-12 Shelf System Retaining Springs (only for table-top low temperature incubators) Air Baffles Support Rails Shelf Support Shelves 4-12 Peltier Low Temp. Incubators Fisher Scientific...
2. Push the retaining spring [1] into the guide on the support rail [2], making sure that the locking nub [3] on the retaining spring safely engages with the matching hole in the support rail. Figure 5-1 Sliding the Retaining Spring into the Support Rail Fisher Scientific Peltier Low Temp. Incubators...
Figure 5-2 Installing the Shelving Preparing the usable space Upon delivery, Fisher Scientific low temperature incubators are not in a sterile state. Before the initial start-up, the low temperature incubator must be decontaminated. The following work space components should be checked for cleanliness and disinfected prior to use: •...
[5] and [2]. 2. Clamp the retaining spring [3] behind the upper embossing [1]. 3. To remove the support rails, pull the retaining spring tab down out of the embossing and remove the support rail assembly. Fisher Scientific Peltier Low Temp. Incubators...
Preparing the usable space Installing and Uninstalling the Air Baffle Fisher Scientific low temperature incubators are shipped from the factory with the air baffle readily pre-installed. Before the air baffle can be removed from the back wall, the support rails need to uninstalled.
Loosen and remove the eight (4) screws for the left and right support profiles and then take out the lateral air baffles. Check to ensure that the air baffles are securely screwed into place after cleaning and moving the unit. Fisher Scientific Peltier Low Temp. Incubators...
Tilt Protection Device Front Pull-out Stop Shelf Figure 5-8 Perforated Shelf 1. Push the shelf [4] onto the shelf support brackets with the tilt protection devices [2] facing the rear panel of the low temperature incubator. Peltier Low Temp. Incubators Fisher Scientific...
4. Connect the protection-earthed plug of the power cord to a correctly protection-earthed and earth leakage circuit breaker fused power socket. 5. Make sure the power cord is not subjected to tensile or compressive force. Fisher Scientific Peltier Low Temp. Incubators...
The interconnection requires a standard RS-232 cable with 9-pin connectors and a straight “1:1” pinout without any crossed wires, which is not supplied with the low temperature incubator. Peltier Low Temp. Incubators Fisher Scientific...
8. Use the following generic command syntax: ?:aaaa:bb::cc<CR> , where: — ?: identifies the command line as a query; — aaaa: is the parameter address; Fisher Scientific Peltier Low Temp. Incubators...
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Combined Date and Time ?:0010:00::c1 !:0010:11:31.07.10;01:02:23:e2 Date Time Date only ?:0011:00::c0 !:0011:08:31.07.10:d2 Date Time only ?:0012:00::c3 !:0012:08:01:02:23:dc Time Temperature Set Value (T1); Current Work Space Temperature (T2); Reference Temperature (T3); Sample Sensor Temperature (T4) ?:3010:00::c2 !:3010:1f:+125.00;+124.96;+000.000;+000.00:b0 5-10 Peltier Low Temp. Incubators Fisher Scientific...
1-6 • make sure that the ambient air is free of any solvents • do not operate the low temperature incubator in areas with an explosion hazard 4. Load the work space with samples. Fisher Scientific Peltier Low Temp. Incubators...
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During tempering of defined substances or materials with higher moisture content, the access port is to be opened in order to reduce a possible condensation in the chamber. If necessary a modified door seal is available as an accessory. Peltier Low Temp. Incubators Fisher Scientific...
Handling and Control Fisher Scientific low temperature incubators come with a front panel mounted control unit consisting of a multi-functional display, four control buttons, and an on/off button. The four control buttons interact with the display window to let users access all of the user control functions and adjustments of the incubator, including - for example, the temperature set value, timer, energizing/de-energizing, as well as a variety of other functions.
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Escape button Returns to the previous level of the menu or standard display. Upon exiting from the current menu item the user may be prompted to save any previously made settings. Peltier Low Temp. Incubators Fisher Scientific...
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Invokes a submenu with the following functions: - Read access to error log - Calibrating the oven - Toggling the temperature display unit between °C and °F - Entering a configuration control code “Settings” page 7-10) (Instructions: Fisher Scientific Peltier Low Temp. Incubators...
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7-5) (Instructions: Button Inactivity Monitoring When no button is pressed for more than 30 seconds in any selected menu item, the display exits from the selected screen and returns to default display mode. Peltier Low Temp. Incubators Fisher Scientific...
50 °C/122 °F. The oven is switched off now. 2. If required, unplug the AC power plug to power down the oven completely. Fisher Scientific Peltier Low Temp. Incubators...
Temperature Set Value Temperature Set Value Fisher Scientific low temperature incubators allow for setting the desired work space temperature directly using only a few button presses. After confirming the new temperature set value, you may trace the resulting temperature change in the temperature display field...
Table 7-6 Setting a Countdown-type On Timer Press to activate the menu bar, then use to select the Timer icon and press to confirm. Press to select the On timer option and confirm the selection with Fisher Scientific Peltier Low Temp. Incubators...
Table 7-8 Stopping an On Timer To cancel a pre-programmed on timer while the incubator is switched off, hold the On/Off button depressed for a few seconds. In the menu bar, the Timer icon will go out. Peltier Low Temp. Incubators Fisher Scientific...
Settings The Settings menu item opens a sub-menu populated with various commands for viewing general status information on the Fisher Scientific unit and setting for the operation of the incubator or its display window: • Read access to error log •...
Table 7-10 Entering the Calibration Reference Temperature Manually Prepare for temperature calibration (see “Preparing Tempera- ture Calibration” “Comparison Measurement Procedure” page 10-3). Press to activate the menu bar, then use to select the Settings icon and press to confirm. 7-10 Peltier Low Temp. Incubators Fisher Scientific...
Settings icon and press to confirm. Press to switch to the C - F menu item. The text C - F is flashing in the display pane. Fisher Scientific Peltier Low Temp. Incubators 7-11...
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The temperature unit to the right of the temperature display field (item D1 in figure 7-1 page 7-1) has changed according to your selection. The display returns to its default mode. icon in the menu bar will go out. Settings 7-12 Peltier Low Temp. Incubators Fisher Scientific...
3. Unplug the power cord and secure it against accidental reconnection. 4. Until the incubator is shut down, the work space must be continuously ventilated. Leave the glass door and the outer door open and secure them against accidental closure. Fisher Scientific Peltier Low Temp. Incubators...
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Shut-down Shutting the Peltier low temperature incubator down Peltier Low Temp. Incubators Fisher Scientific...
Wipe the surfaces clean using a clean cloth and clear water. Then, wipe the surfaces dry using a clean cloth. Wipe / Spray Disinfection The manual wipe and spray disinfection is a three-stage process: • predisinfection, • cleaning, • final disinfection. Fisher Scientific Peltier Low Temp. Incubators...
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Chloride-containing disinfectants can corrode stainless steel. Use only disinfectants that do not affect stainless steel! Decontamination or cleaning agents Fisher Scientific International, LLC or his agent is to be consulted if there is any doubt about the compatibility of decontamination or cleaning agents.
Disinfecting hard-to-reach components Spray the sensor and other hard-to-reach components with disinfectant! Check to ensure that the air baffles are securely screwed into place after cleaning and moving the unit. Fisher Scientific Peltier Low Temp. Incubators...
Be sure to determine the current operating condition of the low temperature incubator before you open the door! Cleaning must be performed immediately if any biohazardous material is spilled in or on the low temperature incubator. Peltier Low Temp. Incubators Fisher Scientific...
• Check and if necessary clean the condensate water dish. • Perform functional check of the control panel and of the low temperature incubator’s built-in controller. • Perform electrical safety check in accordance with the relevant national regulations Fisher Scientific Peltier Low Temp. Incubators 10-1...
During running operation, the following service works must be performed: 3-monthly service • Perform the comparative temperature measurement outlined in the following section. Annual Service • Have the low temperature incubator inspected and services by a Fisher Scientific authorized Technical Service agent. Service contract...
5. Wait until the temperature value displayed on the measuring instrument has stabilized. 6. Use the temperature reading from the measuring device to calibrate temperature control manually, as explained “Entering the Calibration Reference Temperature Manually” page 7-23. Fisher Scientific Peltier Low Temp. Incubators 10-3...
For detailed instructions on how to perform a manual temperature calibration, please refer to the instructions in the section “Calibration” page 7-23. Excessive work space temperature Excessive work space temperatures after the calibration can be reduced by leaving the doors open for approx. 30 seconds. 10-4 Peltier Low Temp. Incubators Fisher Scientific...
4. Make sure that the seal is positioned correctly in the slot and flush with the door frame. Correct, if necessary. Fisher Scientific Peltier Low Temp. Incubators 10-5...
• Clean the low temperature incubator components thoroughly, then disinfect or decontaminate them (depending on application). • Fill in and attach a safety declaration with details on decontamination activities performed to the items that are to be repaired. 10-6 Peltier Low Temp. Incubators Fisher Scientific...
(see “Error Log” page 7-22) and provides instructions for clearing such alarms. Table 12-1 Fisher Scientific low temperature incubator Error Codes Error Message & Code Root Cause Alarm Response Alarm Clearing Instructions Door Open Error ...
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Error Codes Table 12-1 Fisher Scientific low temperature incubator Error Codes Error Message & Code Root Cause Alarm Response Alarm Clearing Instructions Program Error (008) Error in processing a user Program is aborted. Audi- Acknowledge by pressing program. ble alarm activated, alarm (ESC).
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Error Codes Table 12-1 Fisher Scientific low temperature incubator Error Codes Error Message & Code Root Cause Alarm Response Alarm Clearing Instructions Calibration Value Too The calibration reference Fallback to previous cali- Check the external refer- High (E104) value calculated on the bration reference.
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Error Codes Table 12-1 Fisher Scientific low temperature incubator Error Codes Error Message & Code Root Cause Alarm Response Alarm Clearing Instructions Sensor Error (E113) Sample sensor damaged. Audible alarm activated, Call service. The actual measured value alarm relay energized, is out of range.
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Weight of unit incl. packing kg/lbs 97/214 212/467 External dimension incl. packing mm/in 960x770x1200 / 1030x1100x1900 / W x D x H 37.8x30.3x47.2 40.6x43.3x74.8 Access port diameter mm/in 42 / 1.7 42 / 1.7 Temperature Performance Fisher Scientific Peltier Low Temp. Incubators 13-1...
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20°C (68°F) 80/110 150/180 (68°F) 22°C/72°F 37°C 37°C (99°F) 90/110 170/190 typical value / max. value (99°F) 60°C (140°F) 190/210 60°C (140°F) 210/230 Earthing system (e.g. 1/N/PE) 1/N/PE AC 13-2 Peltier Low Temp. Incubators Fisher Scientific...
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NN 2000/2187 level Minimum side clearance mm/in 150/5.9 150/5.9 Minimum front clearance mm/in 814/32 810/31.9 Minimum back wall clearance mm/in 130/5.1 150/5.9 Minimum bottom clearance mm/in 200/8 Minimum top clearance mm/in 300/12 360/14.2 Fisher Scientific Peltier Low Temp. Incubators 13-3...
Kit Viton door seal for 178L units 50130659 50134322 Kit glass door cpl for 381L units 50134326 Door gasket for 381L units 50134333 Kit castor's for 381L units 50134334 Kit shelf rack set cpl for 381L units Fisher Scientific Peltier Low Temp. Incubators 14-1...
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Viton door seal, silicone free, for 381L units 50152273 A pair of fuses for 178L and 381L units 50152305 Door seal with vents for 381L units 50152444 Condensate water dish for 178L and 381L units Peltier Low Temp. Incubators 14-2 Fisher Scientific...
Device Log low temperature Part number: incubator type: Serial number: Service number: Location Operator’s note: Work carried out Notes Date Signature Fisher Scientific Peltier Low Temp. Incubators 15-1...
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