Fisher Scientific 11-718 Instructions

INSTRUCnONS
FISHER DRY BATH INCUBATORS
Capacities:
11-718
11-718-2
11-718-4
11-718-6
11-718-8
1 Block
2 Blocks
3 Blocks
4 Blocks
6 Blocks
Catalog Nos. 11-718
11-718-2
11-718-4
11-718-8
11-718-8
Fisher Dry Bath Incubators provide controlled heat for a
wide variety of clinical and general chemistry applications.
They operate through a temperature range from sligjttly
over ambient to 130 C. The variotis models can
accommodate 1, 2, 3, 4, or 6 dry blocks. Each imit is
controlled by two adjustable thermostats, one for
operation up to about 60 C, and the other for up to 130
C. A fully-insulated pad-type heating element is bonded
direct^ to the entire underside of the dry block support
plate to provide even heat distribution. The support
plate is made from altmiinum for rapid heat transfer.
Each model is designed to be used with any of ei|^t
different accessory dry blocks. (See the Accessories
Section for a listing, of catalog numbers). Blocks are
made from solid aluminum with a black anodized finish.
Each block is marked so that every well can be identified.
Dry blocks can handle a variety of tubes from 1.5 ml
microcentrifuge tubes to 25 imn diameter tubes. All of
these accessory dry blocks are interchangeable.
Typical applications for these dry baths include
incubation, ctilture inactivations, enzyme reactions,
melting and boiling points, and many other procedures
that require controUed heat.
Perfomiance Characteristics
Temperature Range: Slightly Above
Ambient to 130 C
Note: Tolerances on temperature ranges are
approximately -5 to +10 C. Maximtun attainable
temperature may exceed 140 C.
Uniformity: * -t- or - 0.5 C
*Variation, at a given time, of a sample temperature
from the average of all sample temperattu'es within a
dry block (at 37C). Temperature variation between
blocks may exceed this spec.
P o w e r Requirements:
11-718 115V, 50/60 Hz, 90 Watts
11=718-2 115V, 50/60 Hz, 180 Watts
11-718-4 115V, 50/60 Hz, 270 Watts
11-718-6 115V, 60/60 Hz, 360 Watts
11-718-8 116V, 50/60 Hz, 540 Watts
Physical Data:
11-718 9in X 8in X 3.6in 4.6 lbs
11-718-2 9inX8inX3.5in 4.7 lbs
11-718-4 9in X l l i n X 3.5in 5.8 lbs
11-718-6 12.5inX8.5inX3.5in 8.1 lbs
11-718-8 12.6in X l l i n X 3.5in 7.4 lbs ,
Unpacking
These Dry Bath Incubators are shipped in a sin^e carton,
complete^ assembled. Each is supplied with this mantial,
a warranty card, and a Dry Block Handle (for handling
or moving dry blocks). The warranty card should be
completed and retumed as soon as possible. In cases
where shipping damage is observed, keep the unit and
carton intact, including the packaging materials, and file
a claim with the final carrier.
Note; Because of the wide variety of applications and
sample block designs, dry blocks are not included with
dry baths. The user must select and order the blocks
that best suit the ptirticular application.
OPERATION
Efich dry bath is equipped with two temperature controls
(thermostats), a selector switch, and a red-lensed lamp
which indicates heater operation. The lamp comes on
when the controlling thermostat, as selected by the
switch, closes to supply power to the heater. Once the
dry bath reaches thennal equilibrium, the (ycling of the
lamp, and the heater, should continue on a regular, basis.
In case of a malfunction, such as a heater failure or
thermostat stuck in the closed position, the lamp will
remain OIL Should the thermostat fail with the contacts
open, the l i ^ t wiU remain off.
1. Place the imit on a flat, level surface, in an area free
ofdrails and temperature changes. (Note; Drafts and
ambient temperature changes will adversely affect
temperatture constancy and uniformity.)