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VWR INTERNATIONAL, LLC 1915A-2 1925A-2 Installation and Operation Manual, 220 – 240 Voltage 11/5/2019...
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Pictured on Cover: 1915A-2 left, 1925A-2 right These incubators require a 220 – 240-volt power outlet. Warning: This product contains chemicals, including triglycidyl isocyanurate, known to the State of California to cause cancer as well as birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
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Large Capacity Models Part Number (Manual): 4861766 Revised: November 5, 2019 Model Name Catalog Number 1915A-2 35962-063 1925A-2 35962-096 These units are CUE listed by TÜV SÜD as incubators for professional, industrial, or educational use where the preparation or testing of materials is done at an ambient air pressure range of 22.14 –...
INTRODUCTION EAD THIS ANUAL Failure to follow the guidelines and instructions in this user manual may create a protection impairment by disabling or interfering with the unit safety features. This can result in injury or death. Before using the unit, read the manual in its entirety to understand how to install, operate, and maintain the unit in a safe manner.
INTRODUCTION ONTACTING SSISTANCE Please have the following information ready when calling or emailing Technical Support: the model number and the serial number (see page 13). TechnicalProductSupportNA@vwr.com 888.VWR.LINE (888.897.5463) (610) 386-1700 Radnor Corporate Center Building One Suite 200 P.O. Box 6660 100 Matsonford Road Radnor, PA 19087-8660 NGINEERING...
INTRODUCTION EFERENCE ENSOR EVICE Must be purchased separately A reference sensor device is required for calibrating the unit temperature display. Reference devices must meet the following standards: Accurate to at least 0.1°C • The device should be regularly calibrated, preferably by a third party. Temperature Reference Temperature Probes...
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6. Verify that the correct number of accessory items has been included. 7. Carefully check all packaging for accessories before discarding. Included Accessories Model Shelves Shelf Clips Leveling Feet Power Cord 1915A-2 1925A-2 Shelves 1915A-2 1925A-2 P a g e...
RECEIVING RIENTATION MAGES 1915A-2 Control Panel Access Port Chamber Door Chamber Outlet OTL Probe (Top) Temperature Probe (Bottom) Shelf Standard Rail Incubation Chamber Roller Bottle Apparatus Wheel Groove Door Gasket 10 | P a g e...
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RECEIVING 1925A-2 Control Panel Access Port Chamber Door Chamber Outlet OTL Probe (Top) Temperature Probe (Bottom) Shelf Standard Rail Incubation Chamber Roller Bottle Apparatus Wheel Groove Door Gasket 11 | P a g e...
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RECEIVING Power Panel, Left Side of Units Second Fuse Holder Power Cord Inlet with Fuse Holder 12 | P a g e...
RECEIVING ECORD LATE NFORMATION Record the unit model number and serial number below for future reference. Tech Support needs this information to provide accurate help during support calls and emails. • The data plate is located on the lower, left side of the unit, above the power inlet. Date Plate Information Model Number Serial Number...
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INSTALLATION NSTALLATION ROCEDURE HECKLIST For installing the unit in a new workspace location. Pre-Installation Check that the required ambient conditions for the unit are met, page 16. Check that the spacing clearance requirements are met, page 16. Unit dimensions may be found on page 39. •...
4” (102 mm) Power Cord Door Swing 1915A-2 36.0” (914 mm) 1925A-2 42.3” (1075 mm) 4 inches (102 mm) of clearance is required on the sides and back. 2 inches (51 mm) of headspace clearance is required between the top of the unit and any overhead partitions.
These units are intended for 220 – 240V 50/60 Hz applications at the following amperages: Model Amperage Model Amperage Standard 1915A-2 8.0 Amps 1925A-2 8.5 Amps CEE7/7 wall socket The wall power source must be protective earth grounded and single phase.
INSTALLATION IFTING AND ANDLING The unit is heavy. Use appropriate lifting devices that are sufficiently rated for these loads. Follow these guidelines when lifting the unit. Lift the unit only from its bottom surface. • Doors, handles, and knobs are not adequate for lifting or stabilization. •...
INSTALLATION NSTALL THE NCUBATOR Install the unit in a workspace location that meets the criteria discussed in the previous entries of the Installation chapter. EIONIZED AND ISTILLED ATER Do not use deionized water to clean the unit, even if DI water is readily available in your laboratory.
INSTALLATION HELVING NSTALLATION Install 4 Shelf Clips Rocking Motion Place the Shelf 1. Install the 4 shelf clips in the slots of the shelf standard mounting rails located on the sides of the chamber interior. a. Squeeze each clip, insert the top tab first, and then the bottom tab using a rocking motion.
GRAPHIC SYMBOLS The unit is provided with multiple graphic symbols on its exterior. These identify hazards and adjustable components as well as important notes in the user manual. Symbol Definition Consult the user manual Consulter le manuel d'utilisation Temperature Display Indique l'affichage de la température Over Temperature Limit system Thermostat température limite contrôle haute...
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CONTROL PANEL OVERVIEW Control Panel Power Switch Power is supplied and the switch illuminates when in the ( I ) ON position. Set Temperature Display and Controls Shows the current chamber temperature. The Up and Down arrow buttons are used to access the Temperature Set Point (SP) or Calibration Offset (C O) display modes and input the temperature set point or calibration adjustment value.
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OPERATION HEORY OF PERATION Heating When powered, the incubator heats to and maintains a user-selected target set point in the incubation chamber. The incubator senses the chamber air temperature using a solid-state probe mounted on the chamber interior wall. When the incubator detects that the chamber temperature has dropped below the target set point, it pulses power to the heating element inside the chamber heating duct in the chamber ceiling.
OPERATION UT THE NCUBATOR INTO PERATION Perform the following steps and procedures to put the unit into operation after installing it in a new workspace environment. Plug in the power cord Attach the power cord that came with the unit to the inlet receptacle on the left side of the incubator.
OPERATION ET THE EMPERATURE OINT Perform the steps below to adjust the set point to your process or application temperature. Set the Over Temperature Limit control to its maximum setting, if not already set to max. This prevents the heating cutoff system from •...
OPERATION Test the OTL system at least once per year to verify its functionality. Failure to set the OTL Note: voids the manufacturing defect warranty if over temperature damage occurs. (OTL) ET THE EMPERATURE IMIT This procedure sets the mechanical heating cutoff to approximately 1˚C above the current chamber temperature.
OPERATION OADING AMPLES The manufacturer strongly recommends waiting at least 8 hours after putting the incubator in operation before loading samples in the chamber. This safeguards against temperature instability. • Samples should be placed at least 1 inch (25 mm) away from the chamber walls. •...
OPERATION ONDENSATION AND THE OINT Relative humidity inside the incubation chamber should never be allowed to exceed 80% at 25°C. Exceeding this threshold will likely result in condensation or possible leaks around the incubator, and may cause corrosion damage if allowed to continue for any significant length of time. Condensation takes place whenever the humidity level in the incubation chamber reaches the dew point.
USER MAINTENANCE Warning: Disconnect this unit from its power supply prior to performing maintenance or services. Avertissement: Débranchez cet appareil de son alimentation électrique avant d'effectuer la maintenance ou les services. LEANING AND ISINFECTING If a hazardous material or substance has spilled in the unit chamber, immediately initiate your site Hazardous Material Spill Containment protocol.
MAINTENANCE Disinfecting When disinfecting the unit, keep the following in mind: Always turn off and disconnect the unit to safeguard against electrical hazards. • For maximum effectiveness, disinfection procedures are typically performed after cleaning. • Disinfect the unit chamber using commercially available disinfectants that are non- •...
MAINTENANCE OMPONENTS Periodically, inspect the door latch, trim, catch, and gasket for signs of deterioration. Failure to maintain the integrity of the door system shortens the life span of the unit. LECTRICAL OMPONENTS Electrical components do not require maintenance. If the incubator fails to operate as specified, please contact your distributor or Technical Support for assistance.
MAINTENANCE ALIBRATE THE EMPERATURE ISPLAY Note: Performing a temperature display calibration requires a temperature reference device. Please see the Reference Sensor Device entry on page 7 for the device requirements. Temperature calibrations are performed to match an incubator temperature display to the actual air temperature inside the incubation chamber.
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MAINTENANCE 5. The unit temperature must be stable in order to perform an accurate calibration. The incubator must run for at least 8 hours prior to conducting a calibration. • The temperature is considered stabilized when the incubator has operated with the •...
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MAINTENANCE Temperature Calibration Continued Place the display in temperature calibration mode. a. Press and hold both the Up and Down temperature arrow buttons simultaneously for approximately 5 seconds. b. Release the buttons when the temperature display shows the letters “C O”. The display will begin flashing the current temperature display value.
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MAINTENANCE Temperature Calibration Continued Compare the reference device reading with the chamber Reference Device temperature display. If the reference device and the chamber temperature • display readings are the same or the difference falls within the range of your protocol, the incubator is now calibrated for temperature.
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All indications are average values, typical for units produced in the series. We reserve the right to alter technical specifications at all times. EIGHT Model Shipping 1915A-2 570 lb / 259 kg 406.0 lb / 184.0 kg 1925A-2 657 lb / 298 kg 497.0 lb / 225.0 kg...
SPECIFICATIONS HAMBER OLUME Model Cubic Feet Liters 30.9 874.0 1915A-2 38.6 1093.0 1925A-2 HELF APACITY Model Maximum Weight per Shelf* Max Total Weight** 75.0 lb / 34.0 kg 450.0 lb / 204.0 kg 1915A-2 75.0 lb / 34.0 kg 450.0 lb / 204.0 kg 1925A-2 *With weight distributed evenly across the shelf.
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