TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 1.0 RECEIVING AND INSPECTION SECTION 2.0 INSTALLATION SECTION 3.0 GRAPHIC SYMBOLS SECTION 4.0 CONTROL PANEL OVERVIEW SECTION 5.0 OPERATION SECTION 6.0 MAINTENANCE SECTION 7.0 TROUBLESHOOTING SECTION 8.0 PARTS LIST UNIT SPECIFICATIONS WIRE DIAGRAMS REV. 12/08 4861428 This unit is a general purpose Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BOD) incubator for professional, industrial or educational use where the preparation or testing of materials is done at approximately atmospheric pressure and no flammable, volatile or combustible...
Section RECEIVING AND INSPECTION Your satisfaction and safety require a complete understanding of this unit. Read the instructions thoroughly and be sure operators are given adequate training before attempting to put the unit into service. This equipment must be used only for its intended application;...
Section INSTALLATION Local city, county, or other ordinances may govern the use of this equipment. If you have any questions about local requirements, please contact the appropriate local agency. Installation may be performed by the end user. It is unnecessary for this unit to be installed by a technician.
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Cleaning: The incubator's interior was cleaned at the factory, but not sterilizied. Remove all interior parts, including shelves and clean thoroughly with a disinfectant that is appropriate for your application. Regular periodic cleaning is required. Special care should be taken when cleaning around sensing heads to prevent damage.
Section GRAPHIC SYMBOLS Your incubator is provided with a display of graphic symbols on the control panel which are designed to help identify the use and function of the adjustable components. Indicates that you should consult your manual for further description and discussion of a control or user item.
Section CONTROL PANEL OVERVIEW The 2015 has three control modules on the panel. The left module is the Day (or high) control. The center module has timers for the lights and the Day/Night functions. The right module is the Night (or low) control. Both the Day and Night modules function in the same way, and the following operation instructions apply to both.
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lights indicate when the Overtemperature Thermostat has been activated. Under normal operating conditions these pilot lights should never come on. DAY/NIGHT Program Timer: This is a continuous timer with a 24 hour dial divided into two 12 hour sections indicating day and night. This timer switches between the DAY/NIGHT controls.
Section OPERATION The refrigeration system, heater, and air circulating fan are used in conjunction with the temperature control circuit to achieve sensitive temperature control. The thermostat sensor located in the air stream senses any temperature deviation from the control point, and heat is provided to maintain desired temperature.
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Calibration: It is recommended that calibration is done once the unit is installed in its working environment and has been stabile at set point for several hours. Once it is stabile compare the digital display with the reference thermometer. If there is an unacceptable difference, put the display into calibration mode by pressing both the Up and Down arrow pads at the same time for five (5) seconds until the display begins to blink.
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CAUTION: This incubator is capable of safely operating at conditions that might otherwise damage certain accessory equipment. Make absolutely certain accessory equipment is capable of operating under the conditions you intend to run your incubator. 5.10 Exterior Heat: Under normal operating conditions the unit walls may feel warm. This is normal and does not indicate improper performance.
Section MAINTENANCE The design of the chamber is such that periodic maintenance is kept to a minimum. NO lubrication or adjustments of components is needed. If the incubator is used frequently at temperatures below ambient room temperature or in any manner that increases moisture build-up within the chamber, a frequent defrosting schedule is recommended.
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compartment should be vacuumed out at least once every six (6) months to ensure maximum efficiency. Electrical Components: There is NO maintenance to electrical components. If the incubator fails to operate as specified, please review Section 7.0 Troubleshooting, prior to calling for service.
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Section TROUBLESHOOTING AND SERVICE When troubleshooting, always make a visual inspection of the incubator and it’s control console to find loose or disconnected wires which may be the source of the trouble. In the event the incubator does not operate properly, check the following before calling for service.
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Unit will not heat over a temperature that is below set point 1/ confirm that fan is moving and that amperage and voltage match data plate – check fan motor and feel for air movement in chamber 2/ confirm that set point is set high enough –turn Thermostat all the way clockwise and see if HEATING light or OVERTEMP light comes on 3/ check connections to sensor...
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1/ calibration error – see section 5.6 2/ temperature sensor failure – evaluate if pilot light is operating correctly. 3/ controller failure – evaluate if pilot light is operating correctly 4/ allow at least two hours to stabilize. 5/ see if reference thermometer is certified. Can't adjust set points or calibration 1/ turn entire unit off and on to reset.
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1/ Search for leak in door gasket. 2/ door being opened too often. 3/ open container inside the chamber. 4/ check tightness of seal around all chamber wire and plumbing access to outside. 5/ turn defrost switch on, Note: defrost switch must be turned off for best temperature uniformity;...
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1/ check wall power source. 2/ check fuse/circuit breaker on unit or in wall. 3/ see if unit is on, e.g., fan or heater, and just controller is off. 4/ check all wiring connections, especially around the on/off switch. Unit is smoking – Out of box This is not an unusual situation for new units powering up.
Unit Specifications Shipping Weight 400 lbs. 280 lbs. Net Weight Exterior LxDxH (in.) 34.5 x 32 x 77 Interior LxDxH (in.) 27 x 23.5 x 57 Capacity 20.3 Cubic Ft Capacity 257 Bottles Temperature Range -10 to 40C Temperature Uniformity +.5...
Wire Diagram 120 Volt 110-120VAC 5-15P CIRCUIT BREAKER MAIN POWER SWITCH DEFROST TIMER MANUAL TIMER DEFROST SWITCH DEFROST THERMOSTAT RELAY 1 COMPRESSOR COOLING FAN LOW LIMIT THERMOSTAT GRAY RELAY 1 CHAMBER FAN COMPRESSOR INTERNAL OUTLET INTERIOR LIGHT DOOR SWITCH CONTROL COOLING FAN 9851061 PAGE 1 OF 2...
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LIGHTS 4 LAMP BALLAST TIMER FLUORESCENT 24 Hr FLUORESCENT FLUORESCENT FLUORESCENT DAY/NIGHT 24 Hr TIMER RELAY 2 110°F ELEMENT - 500W MICRO-A CONTROL 37.0 NIGHT CONTROL NEUTRAL PROBE GROUND LM PROBE LOAD HEAT GREEN THERMOSTAT MICRO-A CONTROL 37.0 DAY CONTROL NEUTRAL PROBE GROUND...
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230 VOLT 220-240VAC CIRCUIT CIRCUIT BREAKER BREAKER FILTER MAIN POWER SWITCH 6-15R INTERNAL OUTLET SOME MODELS MAY CONTAIN A EUROPEAN OUTLET TRANSFORMER 220-240VAC 110-120VAC STEP-DOWN DEFROST TIMER TIMER DEFROST SWITCH DEFROST THERMOSTAT RELAY 1 COMPRESSOR COOLING FAN LOW LIMIT THERMOSTAT GRAY RELAY 1 CHAMBER FAN...
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CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 LIGHTS 4 LAMP BALLAST TIMER FLUORESCENT 24 Hr FLUORESCENT FLUORESCENT FLUORESCENT DAY/NIGHT 24 Hr TIMER RELAY 2 110°F ELEMENT - 500W MICRO-A CONTROL 37.0 NIGHT CONTROL NEUTRAL PROBE GROUND LM PROBE LOAD HEAT GREEN THERMOSTAT MICRO-A CONTROL 37.0 DAY CONTROL NEUTRAL...
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SHELDON MANUFACTURING, INC. LIMITED WARRANTY Sheldon Manufacturing, Inc., (“Manufacturer”) warrants for the original user of this product in the U.S.A. only that this product (parts only if outside of the U.S.A.) will be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of two years from the date of delivery of this product to the original user (the “Warranty Period”).
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