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Operating Instructions Incubator MCO-170AC Please read the operating instructions carefully before using this product, and keep the operating instructions for future use. See page 78 for model number.
CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ..................4 INTENDED USE AND PRECAUTIONS ............4 PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION ........... 5 LABELS ON INCUBATOR ................10 SYMBOLS ON INCUBATOR ..............11 ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS .............. 11 INCUBATOR COMPONENTS Unit ......................12 Control panel ................... 14 Remote alarm terminal ................15 INSTALLATION Installation site ..................
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CONTENTS ALARM PARAMETERS Setting automatic set temperature alarm ..........48 Setting automatic set temperature alarm delay ........49 Setting automatic set CO density alarm ..........50 Setting automatic set CO density alarm delay ........51 Setting door alarm delay ................52 Setting ring back delay ................
INTRODUCTION ■ Read the operating instructions carefully before using the product and follow the instructions for safe operation. ■ PHC Corporation takes no responsibility for safety if the product is not used as intended or is used with any procedures other than those given in the operating instructions. ■...
PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION It is imperative that the user complies with the operating instructions as they contain important safety advice. Items and procedures are described so that this unit can be used correctly and safely. Following these precautions will prevent possible injury to the user and any other person. Precautions are illustrated in the following way: WARNING Warning indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,...
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PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION WARNING Do not use the unit outdoors. Exposure to rain may cause leakage and/or electric shock. Only qualified engineers or service personnel should install the unit. The installation by unqualified personnel may cause electric shock or fire. Install the unit in a location capable of bearing the total combined weight (product + optional accessories + stored items).
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PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION WARNING Before proceeding with maintenance or checking of the unit, set the power switch to OFF and disconnect the power supply plug. Performing the work while power is still flowing to the product or while the power-supply plug is still connected may give rise to electric shock and/or injury. Do not touch any electrical parts (such as power supply plug) or operate switches with a wet hand.
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PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION WARNING If the unit is to be stored unused in an unsupervised area for a long period, ensure that children do not have access and that doors cannot be closed completely. Ask a qualified contractor to carry out disassembly and disposal of the unit. Leaving the unit in a location that can be accessed by third parties may result in unexpected accidents (e.g.
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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.
LABELS ON INCUBATOR Users are advised to read carefully the warnings and cautions contained on stickers at key locations on the interior and exterior of the incubator. Possible Warning/Caution Type Warning/Caution Label Description of Danger Danger Location of Danger Burns Hot Surface Avoid touching the cooling unit Cooling Unit &...
SYMBOLS ON INCUBATOR The following symbols are attached to the incubator: 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. Indicates an ultraviolet light (UV) caution. Indicates that caution is required.
INCUBATOR COMPONENTS Unit Access port Silicon cap Rear side cover Handle Control Panel Leveling feet Tray (When some inner attachments are removed) Lower right side (When 9 is removed) Removable power Sample air outlet cap supply cord port *1: When an optional UV system set MCO-170UVS is installed. *2: Type FG-7P or FG-7PL.
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INCUBATOR COMPONENTS 1. Outer door: The outer door is held to the frame with the magnetic seal. The door heater is installed in the 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.
INCUBATOR COMPONENTS Control panel ① ④ ② ⑤ ③ ⑥ ⑦ ⑧ OLED (Organic Light Emitting Diode) display ① The present chamber temperature/CO density, menu screen or input screen, etc. are displayed. POWER/ALARM indicator ② In normal operation, the green LED lamp lights up, and during alarm condition, the red LED lamp blinks to indicate alarm.
INCUBATOR COMPONENTS Remote alarm terminal The alarm of this product can be transferred to a remote location by connecting the external alarm unit to the remote alarm terminal. For the behaviour of remote alarm output, refer to pages 67~69. The terminal of the remote alarm is installed at the rear upper right of the unit (see the figure opposite).
INSTALLATION Installation site For correct operation of the incubator, install it in a location with the following conditions. Normal air environment Install the incubator in an environment with normal air. Do not expose to direct sunlight Do not install the incubator in a location where it will be exposed to direct sunlight. If the incubator is operated in direct sunlight, performance will be adversely affected.
INSTALLATION Installation 1. Remove the packing tape and clean up. Remove all the tapes that are securing the doors and the inner attachments. Open the doors for ventilation. If the outer panels are dirty, use a cloth to wipe them with a diluted neutral detergent (Undiluted detergent can damage the plastic components.
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INSTALLATION 4. Adjust the leveling feet. Adjust leveling feet turning them anticlockwise until the incubator is level (Fig. 4). Note: Incubating on a sloping tray may adversely affect the cultivation. Shrink Stretch Leveling feet Fig. 4 5. Earth the incubator. Earth the incubator during installation to prevent electric shock.
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 leak. 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 gas leak.
BEFORE COMMENCING OPERATION 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. Keeping the chamber clean is essential for efficient performance. Clean the chamber and all the inner attachments at least once a month.
BEFORE COMMENCING OPERATION Removing inner attachments Always replace the inner attachments after cleaning to maintain efficient performance. Be careful not to damage the UV lamp in the duct (When an optional UV system set MCO-170UVS is installed). 1. Turn OFF the power to the incubator. 2.
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BEFORE COMMENCING OPERATION 6. Loosen the screws at the rear and lift out the duct (Fig. 5). Duct Fig. 5 7. Pull out the fan (Fig. 6). Fig. 6 8. Remove the silicon caps for the access port from Silicon cap the interior (Fig.
BEFORE COMMENCING OPERATION Installing inner attachments To reinstall all the attachments, perform the procedure in reverse order from step 8 on page 22. 1.Position the center hole of the fan with the Note: When installing the fan, attach it to the motor projection of the motor shaft.
BEFORE COMMENCING OPERATION Filling the humidifying pan Use the following procedure to fill the humidifying pan with water or to replace water in it. 1. Pull out the humidifying pan (Fig. 1). 2. Dispose of the remaining water and clean the humidifying pan with a diluted detergent.
FOR OPTIMAL CULTIVATION 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, alkaline, or corrosive gas into the chamber.
FOR OPTIMAL CULTIVATION Preventing contamination To prevent contamination of the chamber, select a suitable installation site. Avoid locations with high temperatures or humidity where the air may contain more microorganisms. Do not place the incubator near doors, air conditioners, fans, etc, where draughts and passage of bodies may increase the risk of microorganisms entering the chamber.
CORRECT OPERATION Use the following procedure to start trial operation or actual operation of the incubator. 1. Install the incubator correctly, referring to pages 16~19. 2. Remove the packing materials from the chamber and inner attachments. Clean and disinfect the chamber and all the inner attachments, referring to page 20.
HOME SCREEN The display has a right side and a left side. When the power is switched ON, the home screen that shows the internal temperature, CO density, etc. will be displayed. ① ④ ⑥ ⑦ ② ...
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HOME SCREEN ⑪ ⑨ ⑩ ⑬ ⑭ ⑫ <Right side of the display> <Left side of the display> ⑨ Outer door opened/closed status display ⑭...
MENU SCREEN On the home screen, pressing the menu key (MENU/HOME) displays the Menu screen on the on the left side. The Menu screen is set up as follows: M e n u ...
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MENU SCREEN Following shows the screen display and function at each screen under Menu level. Note: The unit will return from setting mode to the home screen automatically after 90 seconds if no key is operated (auto-return function). In this case, the setting is not changed. Page Screen Function...
BASIC PARAMETERS Setting temperature Set the chamber temperature normal operation according to the following procedure. The incubator automatically starts operation using these settings after power-on. Settable range : 0.0 C〜50.0 Factory setting : 37.0 ...
BASIC PARAMETERS Setting CO gas Set the CO gas control mode normal operation according to the following procedure. The incubator automatically starts operation using these settings after power-on. Setting values:ON、OFF Factory setting : OFF ...
BASIC PARAMETERS Setting CO density Set the CO density normal operation according to the following procedure. The incubator automatically starts operation using these settings after power-on. Settable range : 0.0 %〜20.0 % Factory setting : 0.0 % ...
BASIC PARAMETERS Setting high limit temperature alarm The high limit temperature alarm is different from the Automatic set temperature alarm (page 48), and it is independent temperature alarm. In case the chamber temperature exceeds the temperature of the high limit temperature alarm, this alarm is activated.
OPERATION/ALARM LOG Displaying operation log The product's operation history can be graphically displayed on the display. Furthermore, it is possible to output these records to USB memory. Menu ■ Graph display setting: internal temperature, CO density, and Set Value the door opening and closing records.
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OPERATION/ALARM LOG *When the graph will be displayed and the graph item on the upper left of the screen is highlighted, and you press the [Fig. 5] up/down key (△▽), the range of the vertical axis of the graphs will change as shown in the table.
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OPERATION/ALARM LOG <When outputting data to USB memory> The operation history record of the selected date is output as a CSV file. Temp 01/Jan/19 EXP 50 - ℃ 10. With the date display highlighted in the graph [Fig. 9], press the right ‐...
OPERATION/ALARM LOG Exporting operation log It is possible to output the internal temperature/CO density/door opening and closing records to a USB memory. ■ Record output range: All, Specified date (1 day only) 1. Insert the USB memory into the USB port. Note: It is not possible to use a USB memory with security functions Menu that requires entering password.
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OPERATION/ALARM LOG 8. When outputting is complete, "Export complete" will be displayed [Fig. 6]. Press any key to return to the Data Log Export screen. Note: Even after the export of operation log data is complete, Export complete operation log data saved in the incubator are not deleted. *The following messages may come up on the right side of the display: USB memory is disconnected: USB memory is not inserted <Right side of the display>...
OPERATION/ALARM LOG Setting log interval This product has a function for storing operation history data (internal temperature/CO density/door opening and closing record). The log cycle (collection interval of operation history data) is set in the following way: ...
OPERATION/ALARM LOG Setting Unique ID You can set the unique device ID described in the file (CSV file) to be output to the USB memory. Setting range: 6 digits of alphanumeric characters (capital letters only if using letters) ...
OPERATION/ALARM LOG Displaying alarm log This product has a function for storing alarm history (maximum 256 cases). The alarm history stored in this product can be displayed on the display. Note: When the alarm history goes over 257, they alarm history is deleted in order from the oldest cases. ...
OPERATION/ALARM LOG Exporting alarm log The alarm history data stored in this product can be output to a USB memory in a CSV format. ■ Record output range: All, Specified date (1 day only) 1.
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OPERATION/ALARM LOG 8. When outputting is complete, "Export complete" will be displayed [Fig. 6]. Press any key to return to the Alarm Export screen. Export complete Note: Even after the export of operation log data is complete, operation log data saved in the incubator are not deleted. *The following messages may be displayed: <Right side of the display>...
KEY LOCK FUNCTION Setting key lock The settings can be locked to prevent them from being incorrectly changed. If setting lock is set to ON, the settings can not be changed even be operating the keys on the control panel. Menu ■...
KEY LOCK FUNCTION 8. Press the menu key (MENU/HOME) to display the home screen. The display returns to the home screen automatically when 90 seconds has passed without any key operation. Removing key lock Menu LOCK If the Key lock setting is OFF, it is possible to change the setting values.
ALARM PARAMETERS Setting automatic set temperature alarm When the chamber temperature exceeds the scope, the set temperature ± the set value of Automatic set temperature alarm, the alarm is activated. Settable range: ±1.0 C~±5.0 ...
ALARM PARAMETERS Setting automatic set temperature alarm delay When the incubator is in the alarm state of Automatic set temperature the alarm buzzer will sound after the set time of alarm delay passed. Settable range: 0 minute~15 minutes ...
ALARM PARAMETERS Setting automatic set CO density alarm When the chamber CO density exceeds the scope, the set CO density ± the set value of Automatic set density alarm, the alarm is activated. Settable range: ±0.5 %~±5.0 % ...
ALARM PARAMETERS Setting automatic set CO density alarm delay When the incubator is in the alarm state of Automatic set CO density, the alarm buzzer will sound after the set time of alarm delay passed. Settable range: 0 minute~15 minutes Factory setting: 15 minutes. 1. On the home screen, press the menu key (MENU/HOME). Menu ▶...
ALARM PARAMETERS Setting door alarm delay When the incubator is in the alarm state of door, the alarm buzzer will sound after the set time of door alarm delay passed. Settable range: 1 minute~30 minutes Factory setting: 2 minutes. 1. On the home screen, press the menu key (MENU/HOME). Menu ▶ The left side of the display will change to the Menu screen. Set Value Data Log Lock...
ALARM PARAMETERS Setting ring back delay The function is that the alarm buzzer sounds again when the alarm state still continues after the set time of ring back passed even though the alarm buzzer was stopped by pressing the BUZZER STOP key. ...
ALARM PARAMETERS Setting remote alarm The function is that the remote alarm is continued even though the buzzer is stopped by pressing the BUZZER STOP key. If it is set to ON (not linked): even if the alarm BUZZER STOP key is pressed when the alarm buzzer is activated, the alarm on the remote alarm device will not be stopped.
UV LAMP (OPTION) The UV lamp operates when the optional UV System MCO-170UVS is installed on the model MCO-170AC. Operation of the UV lamp disinfects the water in the humidifying pan and the air circulating in the chamber. Using UV lamp 1.
UV LAMP (OPTION) Setting UV lamp ON period To change the UV lamp lighting times, follow the procedure below. Lighting time setting range: 0 - 30 minutes Default setting (factory setting): 10 minutes Note: ・The recommended UV lighting time (UV TIMER) is 10 minutes. Less than 10 minutes may have an insufficient bactericidal effect.
UV LAMP (OPTION) UV lamp life indication For the recommended time of 5,000 cumulative hours before UV lamp replacement, the current accumulated time (%) will be displayed (can not be set). 1. On the home screen, press the menu key (MENU/HOME). Menu ▶...
UV LAMP (OPTION) Setting UV timer extension UV output decreases as the cumulative time that the UV lamp is turned on increases. To compensate for this, the time to turn on the UV lamp on this product is automatically extended as the accumulated time that the UV lamp has been on increases.
UV LAMP (OPTION) Lighting UV lamp for 24 hours If contamination occurs inside the container due to accumulation of dirt or the culture medium being scattered etc., please sterilize it with 24-hour continuous irradiation of the UV lamp as described in the following procedure: ...
GAS AUTO CHANGER (OPTION) When an optional gas auto changer MCO-21GC is installed, there are two connecting ports for CO pipe, A and B. By connecting two CO gas cylinders, this kit switches the CO gas supply line when one of the CO gas cylinders becomes empty.
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GAS AUTO CHANGER (OPTION) When the CO density level remains unchanged, even though the CO gas valve in the unit is opened, the unit regards the present connecting CO gas cylinder as an empty. The CO gas supply line is changed over automatically.
GAS AUTO CHANGER (OPTION) Manual CO gas supply line A/B changeover The CO gas supply lines A and B can be switched manually at any time. Setting values: A or B Default setting (factory setting): A ...
OTHER PARAMETERS Setting date display (format) Set the display format for the dates with the following procedure: Setting values: DD/MM/YY (Day/Month/Year), YY/MM/DD (Year/Month/Day) Default setting (factory setting): DD/MM/YY 1. On the home screen, press the menu key (MENU/HOME). Menu ▶...
OTHER PARAMETERS Setting date Change the date settings with the following procedure: 1. On the home screen, press the menu key (MENU/HOME). Menu ▶ The left side of the display will change to the Menu screen. Set Value Data Log Lock 2.
OTHER PARAMETERS Setting time Change the time setting with the following procedure: 1. On the home screen, press the menu key (MENU/HOME). Menu ▶ The left side of the display will change to the Menu screen. Set Value Data Log Lock 2.
OTHER PARAMETERS Setting keypad click Change the key operation sound settings with the following procedure: Setting values: ON or OFF Default setting (factory setting): ON 1. On the home screen, press the menu key (MENU/HOME). Menu ▶...
ALARMS, SAFETY, AND SELF-DIAGNOSIS This product has the following warning, safety, and self diagnosis functions. When the alarm function or the self-diagnosis function works, an error code and error message will be displayed on the display. Error: Culture ability has decreased sharply. Stop the product and contact your place of business or dealer, unless you know the cause and recovery can be expected.
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ALARMS, SAFETY, AND SELF-DIAGNOSIS Warning: Culture ability may be reduced. If it is a temporary change due to operations, will wait for recovery. Otherwise, please contact your place of business or dealer. OLED Display Remote Safety Conditions Buzzer alarm operation Home...
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ALARMS, SAFETY, AND SELF-DIAGNOSIS Tables 4–6 show the behaviour of the alarm (buzzer) and ring back function when pressing the BUZZER STOP key. Table 4. In cases other than those covered in Tables 5 and 6 Buzzer from CO incubator Remote Alarm When pressing...
TROUBLESHOOTING If the incubator does not seem to be working properly, check the following items before calling a service engineer: Symptom Items to check and countermeasures Is the incubator plugged in? The incubator does not operate at all. Is there a power outage, or has a circuit breaker interrupted the power? ...
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TROUBLESHOOTING Symptom Items to check and countermeasures Is the ambient air environment around the incubator normal? Is there a source of polluted Normal cultures are not possible, and the CO gas density is gas in the vicinity? suspect. Does the chamber temperature decrease due to those such as that the door is frequently opened and closed, and the water of the humidifying tray is considerably being low? For the heat conduction type CO...
DISPOSAL OF UNIT Before disposal of this CO incubator, contact our sales representative or agent for further information. Improper handling of biohazardous waste can result in accidental exposure to infectious agents. If there is a danger of biohazard, decontaminate the incubator as thoroughly as possible before disposal.
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DISPOSAL OF UNIT Disposal of Old Equipment and Batteries Likvidácia opotrebovaných zariadení a batérií Only for European Union and countries with recycling systems Len pre Európsku úniu a krajiny so systémom recyklácie These symbols on the products, packaging, and/or Tieto symboly uvádzané na výrobkoch, balení a/alebo v accompanying documents mean that used electrical and sprievodnej dokumentácii...
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DISPOSAL OF UNIT Likvidace použitých zařízení a baterií Vanhojen laitteiden ja paristojen hävittäminen Jen pro státy Evropské unie a země s fungujícím systémem recyklace Vain EU-jäsenmaille ja kierrätysjärjestelmää käyttäville maille a zpracování odpadu. Tämä symboli tuotteissa, pakkauksessa ja/tai asiakirjoissa Tyto symboly na výrobcích, jejich obalech a v doprovodné tarkoittaa, että...
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DISPOSAL OF UNIT Smaltimento di vecchie apparecchiature e batterie usate Eliminação de Equipamentos Usados e Baterias Solo per Unione Europea e Nazioni con sistemi di raccolta e Apenas para a União Europeia e países com sistemas de reciclagem smaltimento Estes símbolos produtos, embalagens,...
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DISPOSAL OF UNIT Avfallshantering av produkter och batterier Brukerinformasjon om innsamling av gammelt utstyr og brukte batterier Endast för Europeiska Unionen och länder med återvinningssystem Bare for EU og land med retursystemer Dessa symboler på produkter, förpackningar och/eller medföljande dokument betyder att förbrukade elektriska Slike symboler på...
SPECIFICATIONS Product name Incubator MCO-170AC Medical purpose Culture of cell tissues, organs, embryos. External dimensions W 620 mm x D 730 mm x H 905 mm (W 24.4 in. x D 28.7 in. x H 35.6 in.) Internal dimensions W 490 mm x D 523 mm x H 665 mm (W 19.3 in. x D 20.6 in. x H 26.2 in.) Interior volume 165L (5.83 cu.ft.)
PERFORMANCE Product name Incubator MCO-170AC Model number MCO-170AC-PE Temperature control range Ambient temperature+5 C to 50 C* (ambient temperature: 5 C to 35 Temperature distribution ±0.25 C (ambient temperature: 23 C, setting: 37 C, CO : 5 %, no load) Temperature variation ±0.1...
CAUTION Please fill in this form before servicing. Hand this form to the service engineer to keep for his and your safety. Safety check sheet 1. Unit contents : □ □ Risk of infection: □ □ Risk of toxicity: □ □...
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