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ART Workstation

Esco MEDICAL

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Page 1 User Manual ART Workstation Esco MEDICAL Version 1.4...
Page 2 Service address: Please contact your local distributor for details. Users of Esco Medical products should not hesitate to contact us if there are any unclear points or ambiguities in this manual. CAUTION: If the equipment is used in a manner not specified in this manual, the safety of the user may be at risk and the equipment may be damaged.
Page 3 EscoMedicals ISO certification. Warranty and Product Support Esco Medical warrants this instrument to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and service for two (2) years from the date of original purchase, providing the instrument is calibrated and maintained in accordance with this manual.
Page 4 ! Use at least four inches of tightly packed, industrial-approved, shock-absorbent material all around the instrument. Esco Medical will not be responsible for lost shipments or instruments received in damaged condition due to improper packaging or handling. All warranty claim shipments must be made on a prepaid basis (freight, duty, brokerage, and taxes).
Page 5 User Manual ART Workstation unauthorized equipment modifications. Esco Medical Ltd. DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PURPOSE OR APPLICATION. THIS PRODUCT CONTAINS NO USER-SERVICEABLE COMPONENTS. UNAUTHORIZED REMOVAL OF THE INSTRUMENT COVER SHALL VOID...
Page 6: Table Of Contents
User Manual ART Workstation Table of contents 1 Welcome ..............................9 2 Reading instructions for the manual..................10 3 Explanation of Symbols Used in Manual ................10 4 About the product ........................... 11 5 Accessories supplied ........................12 6 Manuals supplied ..........................13 6.1 The user manual ........................
Page 7 User Manual ART Workstation Example: How to calibrate the temperature ............... 34 12.3 Menu Options ......................... 35 12.4.1 Main Menu ........................35 12.4.2 Sub menus ........................36 12.4.2.1 Temperature sub menu ..................36 ................................ 39 12.4.2.2 Service sub menu ....................39 13 Alarms ..............................
Page 8 User Manual ART Workstation 25 Electromagnetic Compatibility ....................61 26 Technical assistance ........................65...
Page 9: Welcome
User Manual ART Workstation 1 Welcome Congratulation with the acquisition of your ART Workstation. Esco MEDICAL is proud that you have chosen ourproduct to serve your needs. We hope to hear from you with feedback on this product that can benefitfuture product developments.
Page 10: Reading Instructions For The Manual
User Manual ART Workstation 2 Reading instructions for the manual. Individual sections can be read and the information about the subject can stand alone. This means, that if the manual is read from start to finish, there will be some overlap. A recommended way to read the manual is to familiarize oneself with the safety instructions first.
Page 11: About The Product
Open culture may lead to evaporation and a change in pH. If the correct conditions are not maintained An integral part of the ART Workstation is the All-in-one PC that is running the Esco MEDICAL workstation logger software. The software functions as a constant surveillance system that will give the user early warnings if any parameter drifts beyond safe limits.
Page 12: Accessories Supplied
Class IIa device under rule II. 5 Accessories supplied  1 HEPA filter for input gas supply.  1 USB key containing Esco MEDICAL data logging software and the manuals as PDF files  1 Gas hood ...
Page 13: Manuals Supplied
User Manual ART Workstation 6 Manuals supplied The ART Workstation comes with 3 manuals as standard. 1. The User Manual (this manual) 2. The Validation Manual 3. The Maintenance Manual Each manual has a specific purpose. 6.1 The user manual Is intended to provide the user with the information that is necessary for using the device.
Page 14: The Maintenance Manual
The maintenance specified in the maintenance manual cannot replace the regular maintenance/validation that user must perform. 7 Safety symbols There are several labels to guide the user on the ART Workstation. A complete list of labels is shown below. Warning on the type label...
Page 15 User Manual ART Workstation Protection against electric shock. Type B. Not protected against ingress of water. Caution when discarded. Observe WEEE. The symbol indicates that the unit contains high sensitive electronic components which can be damaged by static electricity. Internal label placed next to the earth wires.
Page 16: Important Safety Instructions And Warnings
Read the user manual completely before use. ◦ Always keep these instructions at hand near the device. ◦ The ART workstation is heavy and can present a life-threatening danger ◦ if it tips over or drops during installation. Use ample personal for any manual lift.
Page 17: During Installation
User Manual ART Workstation 8.2 During installation Never place this unit on top of other equipment that might heat it up ◦ Place this unit on a flat, hard and stable surface. ◦ Never place the unit on a carpet or similar surfaces.
Page 18: Getting Started
4. Connect the gas line for the CO2 5 or 6 % premixed gas. 5. Set the gas pressure on the external gas regulator at 0.6 Bar. 6. Switch on the ART Workstation on with the on/off switch under the table top (next to the mains cable).
Page 19: Mains Connection
10 Mains connection The ART Workstation comes with a detachable mains power cord. The power cord is prepared for the country in which the unit is intended to be used. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding-type plug.
Page 20: Gas Connection And The Humidification System
User Manual ART Workstation 11 Gas connection and the humidification system Under the table top one single gas input (black and blue) is located.  Gas pressure for on the external source should be 0.6 bar and must be kept stable.
Page 21 User Manual ART Workstation fastened with a clip, so that it does not accidentally loosen itself during a sudden pressure fluctuation. Use the supplied 0.2µ HEPA filter on the gas line just before the inlet on the ART Workstation. Notice the flow direction marked on the filter.
Page 22 User Manual ART Workstation Tubes connected to the flask  If no humidification is required/wanted a U-looped silicone tube must be put from the port marked “Outlet” to the port below. Fill the flask to the bottle mark with sterile water.
Page 23 User Manual ART Workstation nozzle in table top A gas hood must be placed over the outlet. The constant flow will flush the environment so that a correct CO2 concentration can be kept and thus no pH drift will occur.
Page 24 User Manual ART Workstation can be conveniently being transported between an CO2 incubator and the Workstation. Carry Tray 11.2 Gas in the Compartments Choose the gas for compartment with the gas switch in the inner wall...
Page 25: Gas In Compartments
User Manual ART Workstation The gas will flow through and circuit in both compartments by the internal pump. The pump will automatically start when the flow is set. Gas in compartments...
Page 26: User Interface
User Manual ART Workstation 12 User Interface The table below shows the main keys and their purpose. On/off Under the table top. (Alarm key) is used to mute an audible alarm and indicates visually the alarm condition by a flashing red circle of light. The audio alarm will automatically come back on after 5 min.
Page 27: Activating The Heat And Gas Flow Controls
User Manual ART Workstation (Set point) - Is used to select items in the menu tochange their status. It is also used to change temperatures and gas flow. (Arrow keys up, down & right) - Are used to navigate through the menu and changing values for temperatures and gas flow.
Page 28: Temperature Set Point
User Manual ART Workstation 12.1.1 Temperature Set point The temperature set point can be adjusted in the range from ambient to 40.0°C. The default temperature set point is 37.0°C Changing the set point for the temperature, follow these instructions: When the display show the current temperature: Press and hold the SP key.
Page 29: Gas Flow Set Point
User Manual ART Workstation 12.1.2 Gas flow Set point The gas flow Set point can be adjusted in the range from 0 l/h to 40 l/h. Changing the set point for the gas flow, follow these instructions: When the display show the gas flow: Press and hold the SP key.
Page 30 User Manual ART Workstation Press and hold the SP key. Now the Mode can be adjusted up or down with the arrow up or arrow down key. Mode 1: all zones are on and controlled, all zones are Heated up to the set point.
Page 31 User Manual ART Workstation Mode 3: Both compartment and the right side of the table plate are on and controlled. The middle zone and left side area are off, as shown. All other zones are heated up to set point.
Page 32 User Manual ART Workstation Mode 4: Both compartment is on and controlled, rest of the table plate is off as shown.
Page 33: Surface Temperatures
User Manual ART Workstation 12.2 Surface Temperatures There are 12separate PID controls for the temperature on the table plate. Each controller is responsible for controlling the temperature of a separate zone. Each of the 12 available zones is equipped with its own separate temperature sensor and heater, allowing the user to adjust the temperature within every zone separately and achieving higher precision.
Page 34: Example: How To Calibrate The Temperature
User Manual ART Workstation Esco MEDICAL recommends ONLY the YSI 4610 equipped with a 4611 probe. To achieve precision, the measurement device must be both fast in response and accurate.  Calibration of temperature is done by adjusting the tx according to a ...
Page 35: Menu Options
User Manual ART Workstation Press and hold the SP key. This display will show: Adjust the temperature by pressing the arrow up key 4 times while still holding the SP key down. The display will show the steps from 37.1, 37.2, 37.3 and 37.4. Let go of the SP key and the value is now stored and calibration value for the T1 area temperature has been modified.
Page 36: Sub Menus
User Manual ART Workstation Arrow up – leave menu Arrow right – enter menu Arrow down scroll further down in menu, arrow up on stage back and right arrow chose the Temp category: Arrow up on stage back and right arrow chose the Service category: 12.4.2 Sub menus...
Page 37 User Manual ART Workstation Calibrate holding down the SP key and using up and down arrow to adjust: Move to the next sub menu item with arrow down or one step up with arrow up. Calibrate holding down the SP key and using up and down arrow to adjust: Move to the next sub menu item with arrow down or one step up with arrow up.
Page 38 User Manual ART Workstation Calibrate holding down the SP key and using up and down arrow to adjust: Move to the next sub menu item with arrow down or one step up with arrow up. Calibrate holding down the SP key and using up and down arrow to adjust: Move to the next sub menu item with arrow down or one step up with arrow up.
Page 39: Service Sub Menu
User Manual ART Workstation Calibrate holding down the SP key and using up and down arrow to adjust: Move one step up with arrow up. 12.4.2.2 Service sub menu Choose arrow right under Serv to enter the Service sub menu:...
Page 40: Temperature Alarms
User Manual ART Workstation muted (toggled on/off for a period of 5 minutes) by pressing the alarm key once. There will also be an arrow indicating if the alarm is due to too high a value or too low. Furthermore, the audio on/off key will pulse red: The audio pattern is 3 short beeps and a 3 seconds‟...
Page 41: Gas Pressure Alarms
If the CO gas supply is not attached correctly or a wrong CO gas pressure is applied to the system, the ART workstation will go into CO pressure alarm mode. “CO2 P” will be displayed, indicating wrong incoming gas pressure.
Page 42: Multiple Alarms
User Manual ART Workstation  „P‟ stands for pressure. An audible alarm is also activated which can be muted by pressing the alarm key. If the mute key is pressed. The display will shift to normal status and show the parameters for 5 minutes until the audio alarm comes back on again.
Page 43: Pressure Of The Co Gas
The CO2 pressure rate can only be seen in the workstation logger view on the PC. The value is in bar. External pressure must be 0.6 bar always. It cannot be adjusted on the ART Workstation, only on the external gas regulator. ...
Page 44: Cleaning Instructions
16 Cleaning instructions 16.1 Considerations about a sterile device The ART workstation is not a sterile device. It is not delivered sterile and it is not assumed to be possible to keep it sterile in use. However great care has been taken in the design to make it easy for the user to keep the device sufficiently clean during use and to sterilize key components.
Page 45: The Manufacturers Recommended Cleaning Procedure
User Manual ART Workstation The design features intended to provide cleanliness are: An ULPA filtered laminar air flow A flush stainless steel work surface. Use of parts that withstand cleaning well. 16.2 The manufacturers recommended cleaning procedure  Always validate the cleaning procedures locally or consult the manufacturer or the distributor for more guidance.
Page 46: Heat Optimization Plate
The plate fits the area under the gas hood. The plate can be taken out for cleaning and serves as a convenient way to carry several dishes between the CO2 incubator and the ART Workstation. Do not autoclave at the Carry Tray. This will damage it, as the high temperature will make it bend out of shape.
Page 47: Humidification
If the ART workstation is used for open culture conditions the use of the humidification system and gas hood is recommended. If the ART workstation is used for culture with a mineral overlay it is not necessary to use the humidification system.
Page 48: All In One Pc
Esco MEDICAL can supply an external logging system for the sensors. 20 All in one PC. The ART workstation is equipped with a powerful touch enabled AIO PC. Switch on the PC by pressing the button below the screen. AIO PC with on/off button under the screen...
Page 49 User Manual ART Workstation workstation logger surveillance software will load automatically and the parameters and warnings will be shown on the screen. The main view shows the 10 zones (numbered). When there are no signal 3 lines are displayed instead of the value. When the sensor signal is received, this will...
Page 50  This is unique safety feature of the ART workstation which cannot be found on any comparable system. In the top of the screen 4 navigation buttons are placed in the middle and 3 actions buttons in the right-hand corner.
Page 51 User Manual ART Workstation and toggle on/off the graph for each zone in the view by pressing the button with the number for the zone. A zoom function is available by touching the screen and swiping the finger left over the area that should be zoomed.
Page 52 User Manual ART Workstation Pressing the red “Alarm” button in the top will bring up the graphical alarm view. Alarm conditions for the parameters are shown as red on the time line, thus making easy identification possible. Pressing the magenta “report” button will bring up the report mode.
Page 53 User Manual ART Workstation This is for convenient ISO quality management compliance as all the running parameters of the ART workstation can easily be documented and printed as a report or exported in either PDF, Excel or Word. The 3 action buttons in the right-hand side. The button “reconnect” allows the system to reconnect with the sensors (in case of data loss due to USB connection issues).
Page 54 User Manual ART Workstation A standard USB socket is located under the humidification system. This can be used to load the microscope camera drivers or other software onto the AIO PC. When the software is set up the microscope camera can be connected to the USB socket and the image shown on the screen.
Page 55: Maintenance
User Manual ART Workstation 21 Maintenance The ART Workstation is designed to be easy in use but reliable and safe operation of this equipment is based on the following conditions: 1: Correct calibration of temperature and using high precision equipment‟s in the intervals prescribed by clinical practise at the laboratory where the Workstation is in use.
Page 56: Emergency Procedures
User Manual ART Workstation 22 Emergency Procedures Total loss of power to or on the unit. Remove all the samples and place them in an alternative or backup device that is not affected by the problem. The Workstation will lose its temperature below a safe level in around 5 minutes.
Page 57: User Troubleshooting
User Manual ART Workstation 23 User Troubleshooting Heating system Symptom Cause Action No heating, display is off. The unit is switched off at Switch on at the back, or the back or not connect power. connected to power. No heating.
Page 58 User Manual ART Workstation Data logger Symptom Cause Action No data is sent to PC System not powered Check mains. System is on standby or Switch the system on. switched off. Data cable between Check connection. Only Incubator and PC not use the cable supplied properly attached.
Page 59 User Manual ART Workstation Display Symptom Cause Action Missing segment(s) in Failure in the PCB Replace the PCB. Contact display. your Esco MEDICAL Distributor for details. Keyboard Symptom Cause Action Absent or erratic function Failure in the keys. Replace the keys. Contact of keys.
Page 60: Specifications
User Manual ART Workstation 4 Specifications...
Page 61 User Manual ART Workstation 25 Electromagnetic Compatibility Guidanceandmanufacturer‟sdeclaration–electromagneticemissions The ART Workstation isintendedforuseintheelectromagneticenvironment specified below.Thecustomerortheuserof ART Workstation shouldassure thatitis usedinsuchanenvironment. Emissionstest Compliance Electromagneticenvironment–guidance RF emissions Group1 The ART Workstation does not use RFenergy.Therefore,itsRF emissions CISPR11 areverylowandarenotlikelyto cause anyinterferenceinnearbyelectronic equipment. RF emissions...
Page 62 User Manual ART Workstation 100V Voltage dips, <5 % short interruptions and (>95%dip in voltage variations on 100V ) for 0,5 power supply cycle input lines 100V (60% 100V dip in ) for 5 IEC 61000-4-11 cycles 100V (30% 100V...
Page 63 User Manual ART Workstation Guidanceandmanufacturer‟sdeclaration–electromagneticimmunity The ART Workstation isintendedforuseintheelectromagneticenvironment specified below.Thecustomerortheuserofthe ART Workstation should assurethat itisusedinsuchanenvironment. Immunity IEC 60601 Compliance Electromagneticenvironment- guidance test level Testlevel PortableandmobileRF communications equipmentshould beused noclosertoanypartofthe ART Workstation including cables, than therecommendedseparation distance calculatedformthe equationapplicable tothefrequency ofthetransmitter.
Page 64 User Manual ART Workstation RecommendedseparationdistancesbetweenportableandmobileRF communicationequipmentandthe ART Workstation The ART Workstationisintendedforuseinanelectromagneticenvironmentin which radiatedRFdisturbancesarecontrolled.Thecustomerortheuserof the ART Workstation canhelppreventelectromagneticinterferenceby maintainingaminimum distancebetweenportableandmobileRF communications equipment(transmitters)andthe ART Workstation asrecommendedbelow,accordingtothemaximum outputpowerofthe communicationsequipment. Ratedmaximum Separationdistanceaccordingtofrequencyoftransmitter (m) outputpowerof transmitter 150 kHzto80 80MHzto800 800 MHzto2.5GHz MHz d=1.2√P MHz d=1.2√P d=2.3√P...
Page 65 User Manual ART Workstation 26 Technical assistance For more information, contact the Esco Medical – representative in your Country. All goods and services are sold subject to the terms and conditions of sale of the company within Esco Medical which supplies them.