Helmer Pro Series User Manual

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i.Center® Plus User Guide

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Page 1 Plus User Guide For Helmer Pro Line Platelet Incubators Floor Model PC2200-Pro PC3200-Pro PC4200-Pro 360436/A...
Page 2 The document is furnished for information use only, is subject to change without notice and should not be construed as a commitment by Helmer Scientific. Helmer Scientific assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors or inaccuracies that may appear in the informational content contained in this material.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Helmer Scientific i.Center Plus User Guide Pro Line Platelet Incubators ® Contents Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Features .
Page 4: Overview
Helmer Scientific i.Center Plus User Guide Pro Line Platelet Incubators ® Overview NOTICE • To avoid injury, before using the i.Center Plus User Information Console, read all instructions in the associated product Instructions for Use manual. • To avoid damage to the i.Center Plus system, read all instructions provided in this user guide.
Page 5: Using The Touchscreen
Helmer Scientific i.Center Plus User Guide Pro Line Platelet Incubators ® Using the Touchscreen The touchscreen and touch techniques make the i.Center Plus easy to use. Icons, status indicators, and navigation buttons let the user see and respond to i.Center Plus system conditions and events.
Page 6: Initial Setup
Helmer Scientific i.Center Plus User Guide Pro Line Platelet Incubators ® Initial Setup Language Configuration The Language screen is displayed when the i.Center Plus is powered on. Use the Language screen to select the i.Center Plus display language. Note • English is the default language. Available languages may vary from those shown above.
Page 7: Home Screen Basics
Helmer Scientific i.Center Plus User Guide Pro Line Platelet Incubators ® Home Screen Basics Note To temporarily silence active alarms, touch the Mute icon in the top right corner of the screen. Alarm Condition Min/Max Message Mute Icon Primary Monitor Probe...
Page 8: Min/Max Temperature Monitoring (If Enabled)
Helmer Scientific i.Center Plus User Guide Pro Line Platelet Incubators ® Min/Max Temperature Monitoring (if enabled) The Min/Max temperature display shows the highest and lowest Primary Monitor probe temperature occurrence since the last system reset (power-on event) or manually-initiated reset.
Page 9: I .Center Plus Applications
Helmer Scientific i.Center Plus User Guide Pro Line Platelet Incubators ® i .Center Plus Applications All i.Center Plus Applications can be reached from the i.Center Plus Applications screen by selecting the up arrow located in the lower right corner of the screen. To navigate to an application screen, touch the associated application button.
Page 10 Helmer Scientific i.Center Plus User Guide Pro Line Platelet Incubators ® Event Log Detail Screen The Event Log Detail provides additional information about an event including temperature information for the primary monitor probe and secondary monitor probe (if applicable). Agitator events include the serial number of the associated agitator and the minimum and maximum speed during the event.
Page 11: I.center Plus Settings
Helmer Scientific i.Center Plus User Guide Pro Line Platelet Incubators ® i.Center Plus Settings The Settings screen provides access to different groups of settings that control how the device operates and is monitored. Most settings can be viewed without entering a password.
Page 12: Temperature Graph
Helmer Scientific i.Center Plus User Guide Pro Line Platelet Incubators ® Temperature Graph The Temperature Graph screen shows current and historical primary monitor probe temperature data and temperature events in a one day (24 hour) or seven day (168 hour) format.
Page 13 Helmer Scientific i.Center Plus User Guide Pro Line Platelet Incubators ® Zoom in the Temperature Graph 1. From the Temperature Graph screen, touch the Magnifying Glass icon. 2. Touch and drag the blue handles to select the desired zoom area and touch the Zoom button to zoom in, or Cancel to return the Temperature Graph screen.
Page 14: Alarm Test
Helmer Scientific i.Center Plus User Guide Pro Line Platelet Incubators ® One Touch Quick Information Feature The one touch quick information feature allows the user to view specific temperature information at any point on the graph. Note The one touch feature should be used for reference only. The temperature displayed may vary from actual by 0.1 - 0.2 °C.
Page 15: Report Download
• A report download should be completed in less than twenty minutes. If the download has not completed in twenty minutes, contact Helmer Technical Service. • If an error occurs with the flash drive during download, an error messages will appear with additional instructions.
Page 16: Shut Down Display
Helmer Scientific i.Center Plus User Guide Pro Line Platelet Incubators ® Download Report 1. Insert a flash drive into the USB port. 2. From the Applications screen, select the Report Download button. The Report Download screen appears. 3. Scroll to the bottom of the Report Download screen to select the Summary Paper Size.
Page 17: Contact Information
1. Open the Contacts screen by touching the Contacts button from the Application menu. 2. a) For support documentation from the Helmer website, scan the QR code. b) For more device information, such as firmware versions and network settings, touch the More Device information button.
Page 18: Agitrak
Helmer Scientific i.Center Plus User Guide Pro Line Platelet Incubators ® AgiTrak AgiTrak provides monitoring and control for an installed agitator(s) or built-in agitator. The AgiTrak setup and information screens allow the user to setup and manage each installed agitator. Scroll through the options and use the Actions arrows to select the information to be viewed or changed.
Page 19 2. Touch the back arrow to return to the AgiTrak screen, or the Home button to return to the Home screen. View Agitator Diagnostics Agitator Diagnostics provides diagnostic and service information and requires a Technician level password. Contact Helmer Technical Service for more information.
Page 20 Helmer Scientific i.Center Plus User Guide Pro Line Platelet Incubators ® AgiTrak Settings Options Speed Setting - Touch minus (-) or plus (+) to make agitator speed adjustments. • (PC2200-Pro and PC3200-Pro) Agitation - Touch the on/off button to turn agitation on or off. Select Continue to confirm or Cancel to return to •...
Page 21 (PC2200-Pro and PC3200-Pro) The Agitator Serial Number is detected automatically upon connection. Changes to the serial number requires a Technician level password. Contact Helmer Technical Service for more information. Reset Cycle Count 1. Touch the Cycle Count Actions arrow. The Reset Agitator Count screen appears.
Page 22: Customizing I.center Plus Settings
Helmer Scientific i.Center Plus User Guide Pro Line Platelet Incubators ® Customizing i.Center Plus Settings Most settings can be viewed without entering a password. Password Configuration, Connectivity Settings, Restore Factory Settings and System Functions screens are all password protected. Temperature Set Point The Temperature Set Point specifies the desired temperature for product stored inside the unit.
Page 23: Display Settings
Helmer Scientific i.Center Plus User Guide Pro Line Platelet Incubators ® Display Settings Control how information appears on the i.Center Plus display and in Reports through Display Settings. Notes • The Administrator password or Technician password is required to make changes to Display Settings. Multiple changes can be made after entering the password.
Page 24: Date/Time
Helmer Scientific i.Center Plus User Guide Pro Line Platelet Incubators ® Date/Time The Date/Time Settings screen allows the user to enter the date and time and select the format in which they will appear on the i.Center Plus and in the Reports.
Page 25: Sound Settings
Helmer Scientific i.Center Plus User Guide Pro Line Platelet Incubators ® Sound Settings Control audible alarm characteristics and other system sounds like those for button touches through the Sound Settings screens. Notes • The Administrator password or Technician password is required to make changes to Sound Settings.
Page 26: Alarm Settings
Helmer Scientific i.Center Plus User Guide Pro Line Platelet Incubators ® Alarm Settings Parameters for activating an alarm may be set through Alarm Settings. Notes • The Administrator password or Technician password is required to make changes to Alarm Settings.
Page 27: Password Configuration
Password requirements can be set to match conventions used elsewhere at your facility. This feature can be turned off through the Settings menu. Notes • Helmer recommends password protection remain on. • If the Administrator Password has been previously turned off, configuration options can be accessed without a password for Administrator level password configuration options only.
Page 28: Device Status
Helmer Scientific i.Center Plus User Guide Pro Line Platelet Incubators ® 7 .7 Device Status The Device Status screen provides a view of the current operation status of the unit to assist with diagnostics. View Status 1. Touch the desired Device Status Actions arrow. The corresponding Device Status screen appears.
Page 29 Note Adjusting the Control Probe offset manually for service or diagnostic purposes requires a Technician level password. Contact Helmer Technical Service for information regarding manual calibration of the Control Probe. Calibrate Control Probe 1. Select the Control Probe Edit arrow. The Calibration Dependency screen appears.
Page 30: Connectivity Settings
2. Toggle the Ethernet Port button On or Off to select the desired setting. 3. Select the back arrow to return to the Settings screen. Enter Ethernet Settings Entering Ethernet Settings requires a Technician level password. Contact Helmer Technical Service for Ethernet API information to utilize this interface. 7.10 Restore Factory Settings Return settings back to original factory settings.
Page 31: 7.11 System Functions
7.11 System Functions System functionality can be viewed, diagnosed and tested through System Functions. A Technician level password is necessary for access. Contact Helmer Technical Service for more information. 7 .12 Device Control Restart the i.Center Plus display or safely shut it down prior to powering down the unit.
Page 32: Appendix A - Icon Reference Guide
Helmer Scientific i.Center Plus User Guide Pro Line Platelet Incubators ® Appendix A - Icon Reference Guide Common Buttons Buttons are included to adjust settings or navigate through options. Keyboards with buttons for text, extended characters, and symbols vary by language selection.
Page 33: I.center Plus Icons
Helmer Scientific i.Center Plus User Guide Pro Line Platelet Incubators ® i .Center Plus Icons Icon Description Icon Description Icon Description Home Date/Time Change Mute Door Open Event Log Power Failure Temperature Graph High Temp Alarm Previous Screen Low Temp Alarm...
Page 34: Appendix B - I.center Plus Reference Guide
Appendix B - i.Center Plus Reference Guide General Settings Notes • i.Center Plus settings are shown in this guide. Contact Helmer, Inc. for information about settings as they pertain to optional applications. • General settings apply to Pro Line Floor model incubators.
Page 35: Alarm Settings
Helmer Scientific i.Center Plus User Guide Pro Line Platelet Incubators ® Alarm Settings Default Value Setting Description 2200/3200 4200 Range Primary Monitor Probe High Temp High temperature at which alarm condition occurs 24 °C -100 - +50 °C (set point) -148 - +122 °F...

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