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SciQuip Incu-Shake Compact User Manual

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  • Page 1 User’s Manual Premium Compact Stackable Shaking Incubator Orbital Model This Manual applies to: Modes: Incu-Shake Compact Incu-Shake Compact...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    INCU-SHAKE Compact Stackable shaking Incubator Manual V2023.1 TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. INTRODUCTION 2. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 3. ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS 4. TECHNICAL DATA 4.1 Dimensions 4.2 Standard Functions 4.2.1 Main Unit 4.2.2 Door 4.2.3 Inner Working Chamber 4.2.4 Shaking Control 4.2.5 Temperature Control 4.2.6 Control Electronics...
  • Page 3 INCU-SHAKE Compact Stackable shaking Incubator Manual V2023.1 6.5 Operating Photosynthetic Lighting System 6.5.1 Operating Under Fixed Value Control Mode 6.5.2 Operating Under Programmable Control Mode 6.6 Setting Defrosting Cycle 6.7 Setting Clock Time 6.8 Password Management Setting 6.8.1 Operator Password (OP PW) 6.8.2 Administrator Password (ADM PW)

  • Page 4: Introduction

    Prior to operation, this manual should be read thoroughly and completely understood- as it might be helpful to master the operation techniques of this unit. SciQuip shall have no obligation and responsibility for any damage on the instrument caused by users for failing to comply with the operation instruction and the environmental requirements stated in this specification.

  • Page 5: Safety Precautions

    ⚫ The machine can be only operated by the trained and authorized person. ⚫ The maintenance can be only conducted by trained person, SciQuip or its authorized agency. ⚫ The maintenance spare parts shall be provided by the manufacturer and SciQuip, and users are not allowed to replace them without authorization.
  • Page 6 INCU-SHAKE Compact Stackable shaking Incubator Manual V2023.1 ⚫ Wear personal safety kits, such as safety glasses, safety gloves, when operating temperature is above 50°C。 ⚫ Always keep the work place clean and tidy to avoid possible health hazards.

  • Page 7: Environmental Requirements

    There shall be no inflammable, explosive, corrosive, toxic or harmful gas that may cause sharp temperature change in the vicinity of the equipment. ⚫ SciQuip only commits that the incubator can operate normally in the place where the elevation is less than 2000m. ⚫...

  • Page 8: Technical Data

    INCU-SHAKE Compact Stackable shaking Incubator Manual V2023.1 4. TECHNICAL DATA Dimensions: ⚫ Front and side view of 2 units stacked with doors closed ⚫ Side view of 2 units stacked with doors open...

  • Page 9: Standard Functions

    INCU-SHAKE Compact Stackable shaking Incubator Manual V2023.1 Standard Functions 4.2.1 Main Unit 2 3 4 Foot Block Glass Window UV Light Switch Door Handle Illumination Light Switch USB Interface Main Trip Switch TCP/IP Interface (option) Access Port Door Fuse Drain Outlet...

  • Page 10: Shaking Control

    INCU-SHAKE Compact Stackable shaking Incubator Manual V2023.1 4.2.4 Shaking Control The direct beltless driving shaking system ensures smooth and reliable orbital shaking movement with a speed range between 30-300rpm. The orbital diameter is adjustable from 1mm to 50mm continuously. The loading weights must be below the maximum rated, otherwise, it will prevent the shaking tray from smooth movement, and eventually increase the wear out the bearings and joints.

  • Page 11: Specifications

    INCU-SHAKE Compact Stackable shaking Incubator Manual V2023.1 4.2.8 Specifications Machine Shaking Unit Outside (WxDxH) 840x764x625mm Drive Type Direct Beltless Driving System Inside (WxDxH) 570*505*418mm Tray Size (WxD) 500x400mm Volume 120L Maximum Load 15kg Net / Gross Weight 120kg/165kg Speed Range...

  • Page 12: Preparation And Start-Up

    INCU-SHAKE Compact Stackable shaking Incubator Manual V2023.1 5. PREPARATION AND START-UP Unpacking At delivery, examine the exterior for physical damage while the carrier’s representative is present. If exterior damage is present, carefully unpack and inspect the equipment and all accessories for damage. If there is no exterior damage, unpack and inspect the equipment within five days of delivery.

  • Page 13: Preliminary Cleaning

    Each new equipment was thoroughly cleaned prior to leaving the factory. It is recommended; however, before installation, SciQuip recommends decontaminate all surfaces within the interior chamber, outer door and gasket. They can be wiped down with a disinfectant of 70 percent alcohol or similar non-corrosive antimicrobial agent.

  • Page 14: Installation Of Sticky Mat (Applies P6041 Plain Tray)

    Installation of Sticky Mat (Applies P6041 plain tray) The tray is specially designed for use with SciQuip Sticky Mats. The Sticky Mat is used for attaching vessels, such as flasks, bottles, dishes etc onto the shaking platforms for all shaking equipment, for example, shakers, rockers as well as shaking incubators.
  • Page 15 INCU-SHAKE Compact Stackable shaking Incubator Manual V2023.1 5.9.4 Loosen the (C) safety nut with 17*19 spanner 5.9.5 Use the 8*10 spanner to rotate the (B) adjusting bolt clockwise to decrease the shaking diameter, but anti-clockwise to increase. 5.9.6 When adjustment is done, tighten the (B) adjusting bolt and (A) central Allen screw.

  • Page 16: Extra For Refrigerated Units

    INCU-SHAKE Compact Stackable shaking Incubator Manual V2023.1 5.10 Extra For Refrigerated Units ATTENTION: The nominal cooling capacity can only be reached if the ambient temperature at the cooling aggregate is below 30 °C. After transport or moving –DO NOT USE this unit for at least 24 Hours, unless you are a 100% sure that the unit has been moved in an upright position only.
  • Page 17 INCU-SHAKE Compact Stackable shaking Incubator Manual V2023.1 • Click “Local IP Config” in the sidebar; Change IP Address: Type in the new IP address in “Static IP”, and click “Save” to save and exit. Data format and meaning of each register (reading multiple input registers)

  • Page 18: Operating The Unit

    INCU-SHAKE Compact Stackable shaking Incubator Manual V2023.1 6. OPERATING THE UNIT Once the equipment is properly installed with all utilities connected, turn on the power switch on the left of the equipment. When power is applied, the incubator will first display the "welcome page" and then LCD will display the "home page"...

  • Page 19: Home

    INCU-SHAKE Compact Stackable shaking Incubator Manual V2023.1 Home Page Summary P01/L00 “Stop” button: Press this to stop the operation. When the incubator is in operation, press this button to pause. Press it again, to stop the current operation. “Run” button: Press this button to start the operation.
  • Page 20 INCU-SHAKE Compact Stackable shaking Incubator Manual V2023.1 Press it to enable or disable the photosynthetic LED lighting function. Red Light Indicator: The indicator lights up when the red light is on, with display of current lighting output value in percentage.

  • Page 21: Set Menu

    INCU-SHAKE Compact Stackable shaking Incubator Manual V2023.1 Set Menu Page Summary The Set Menu page is the key gateway for accessing the collection of functions for the incubator operations. The access to the Set Menu page are protected by password. Press the “SET”, and enter the Operator Password (Factory Default: 6666) or Admin Password (Factory Default: 9999) to get access to the Set Menu page.

  • Page 22: Func

    INCU-SHAKE Compact Stackable shaking Incubator Manual V2023.1 Related Key Name Functions Chapter FUNC Switches of all functional modules, and control models FIXED Settings of operating parameters for fixed value control mode 6.4.1 PROG Settings of operating program for programmable control mode.

  • Page 23: Switch Of Control Mode - Temperature & Speed

    INCU-SHAKE Compact Stackable shaking Incubator Manual V2023.1 6.3.1 CTRL MODE-- Switch of Control Mode - Temperature & Speed The incubator can be set to run with fixed functional parameters settings, or with program up to 10 different segments, each with their own Ramp Time, Ramp End Temperature, Hold Time and Speed.

  • Page 24: Switch Of Photosynthetic Lighting Control Function (Option)

    INCU-SHAKE Compact Stackable shaking Incubator Manual V2023.1 ◼ Switch to "PROG " mode. The program will start operating according to the saved lighting program. Switch to “FIXED” to exit the “PROG” mode. ◼ Switch to "FIXED " mode. The program will start controlling at the fixed light outputs settings.
  • Page 25 INCU-SHAKE Compact Stackable shaking Incubator Manual V2023.1 To set the general parameters under fixed value control mode, follow the below steps, ⚫ Press "Stop" button in the home page to stop the current operation. ⚫ Switch the "CTRL MODE" in the "SET" page to "FIXED" mode. Press "SET" in the home page.

  • Page 26: Operating Under Programmable Control Mode

    INCU-SHAKE Compact Stackable shaking Incubator Manual V2023.1 6.4.2 Operating Under Programmable Control Mode This incubator can operate according to stored program to meet various requirements of professional experiments. Under programmable control mode, it can be programmed to save up to 10 different segments, each with their own Ramp Time, Ramp End Temperature, Hold Time and Speed.
  • Page 27 INCU-SHAKE Compact Stackable shaking Incubator Manual V2023.1 RAMP—Ramp Time This function indicates the time duration required for temperature to reach from current actual value to the ramp end (temperature) value. Use the keyboard to enter the ramp time from 0-9999mins.
  • Page 28 INCU-SHAKE Compact Stackable shaking Incubator Manual V2023.1 HOLD DEV—Hold Deviation This function indicates the temperature deviation that the incubator may have at the end of each” Ramp Time” before starting the “Hold Time”, in another word, the difference between actual temperature and desired “Ramp End Temperature”, which activates the “Hold Time”.

  • Page 29: Operating Photosynthetic Lighting System

    INCU-SHAKE Compact Stackable shaking Incubator Manual V2023.1 "Shaking Flask" icon will start swing. The shaking motion of the shaking tray can be observed through the front window. The temperature control starts from the "Segment 1". Time starts counting from the "Ramp Time" of "Segment 1".

  • Page 30: Operating Under Programmable Control Mode

    INCU-SHAKE Compact Stackable shaking Incubator Manual V2023.1 To set the lighting outputs of under "Fixed Value" control mode, ⚫ Press "SET" in the home page ⚫ Press "LIGHTS" in the "SET" page to start setting the photosynthetic lighting system ⚫...
  • Page 31 INCU-SHAKE Compact Stackable shaking Incubator Manual V2023.1 **** To set the lighting outputs of under "Programmable" control mode, ⚫ Press "SET" in the home page. ⚫ Press "LIGHTS" in the "SET" page to start setting the photosynthetic lighting system. ⚫...

  • Page 32: Setting Defrosting Cycle

    INCU-SHAKE Compact Stackable shaking Incubator Manual V2023.1 Blue—Ramp End Blue Light Output button This function indicates the ideal red light output for the system to reach for the segment. Use the keyboard to enter the ramp end red light output from 0-100%.
  • Page 33 INCU-SHAKE Compact Stackable shaking Incubator Manual V2023.1 **** To set the automatic defrosting cycle, ⚫ Press "SET" in the home page ⚫ Press "DEFROST" in the "SET" page to start setting the auto defrosting cycle parameters, DEF.TIMER—Defrosting Frequency This function indicates the time interval between two defrosting cycles. Use the keyboard to enter the set value between “1-50”...

  • Page 34: Setting Clock Time

    INCU-SHAKE Compact Stackable shaking Incubator Manual V2023.1 DEF.PERIOD —Defrosting Time This function indicates the time duration for each single defrost cycle both under auto and manual operations. Use the keyboard to enter the set value between “1-20” mins and press “OK” to confirm and save. Set it as “0” to disable the defrosting function.

  • Page 35: Password Management Setting

    INCU-SHAKE Compact Stackable shaking Incubator Manual V2023.1 ⚫ Press "SET" in the home page ⚫ Press "CLOCK" in the "SET" page to start setting the Year, Month, Day, Hour and Minute. Password Management Setting The incubator is equipped with dual password protection against unauthorized changes to the critical operational parameters.

  • Page 36: Setting Communication Address (Option)

    6.8.4 Set Administrator Password (ADM PW): ▪ Contact SciQuip or its authorized distributor for more information. Setting Communication Address (Option) The incubator is equipped with RS485 communication function for data logging. To enable the function, make sure the connections between the incubator and the communication kit is proper and secure.

  • Page 37: Using Usb Data Logging System

    INCU-SHAKE Compact Stackable shaking Incubator Manual V2023.1 **** ⚫ Press "SET" in the home page ⚫ Press "PW/COM" in the "SET" page to set the door locking function and communication address for RS485 connection. ⚫ Press this button and enter the address of this unit for RS485 communication. The address can be set as any number within the range of 1-250.

  • Page 38: Using Illumination & Uv Light

    INCU-SHAKE Compact Stackable shaking Incubator Manual V2023.1 ⚫ After the first data record is saved, the system will create a folder ( NO"XXX") in the root folder. "XXX" is based on the "Address" set in "COM" menu. For example, if the unit address is set as "1" the folder name will be "NO001".

  • Page 39: Uninstalling The Sticky Mat

    INCU-SHAKE Compact Stackable shaking Incubator Manual V2023.1 6.12.2 Uninstalling the Sticky Mat Release the Sticky Mat from one side of the tray and then pull upwards at an angle until it’s completely detached from the shaking platform. 6.12.3 Adhesive Strength...

  • Page 40: Alarms

    INCU-SHAKE Compact Stackable shaking Incubator Manual V2023.1 7. ALARMS A sophisticated alarm system monitors all system parameters for any fault condition. At the same time, built in alarm delays protect the user from nuisance alarms created by routine use such as door openings. A list of alarm descriptions, the conditions they look for, and how they...
  • Page 41 INCU-SHAKE Compact Stackable shaking Incubator Manual V2023.1 7.1 TEMP DEV—Alarm Deviation Temperature This value determines the maximum deviation, measured in temperature (℃), which the chamber is permitted above/below once the incubator reaches the specified set point before an alarm condition is declared. Use the keyboard to enter and press “BACK” to confirm and save.

  • Page 42: Maintaining The Unit

    INCU-SHAKE Compact Stackable shaking Incubator Manual V2023.1 8. MAINTAINING THE UNIT Your SciQuip incubator is nicely designed to minimize performance problems. However, regular maintenance is very important for continuous trouble free operation. Other than regular cleaning, a full set of maintenance checks should be conducted on a regular basis, Wear personal safety kits, e.g.

  • Page 43: Cleaning Cooling Condensers

    INCU-SHAKE Compact Stackable shaking Incubator Manual V2023.1 8.5 Cleaning Cooling Condensers ⚫ The surface of the condenser fins of the cooling system must be kept clean and free of dust to ensure optimum heat dissipation ⚫ To clean the fins and copper tubing of the condenser, use vacuum cleaner or feather duster for gentle cleaning.

  • Page 44: Electronic Control System

    INCU-SHAKE Compact Stackable shaking Incubator Manual V2023.1 9. ELECTRONIC CONTROL SYSTEM...

  • Page 45: Trouble Shootings

    INCU-SHAKE Compact Stackable shaking Incubator Manual V2023.1 10. TROUBLE SHOOTING Error Indicator Possible cause Corrections Check the power supply system to Power supply is not connected see if there is voltage on the line Plug has no access to socket...
  • Page 46 INCU-SHAKE Compact Stackable shaking Incubator Manual V2023.1 The platform keeps The door switch has short Notify the distributor to replace the shaking after the door circuited door switch is opened door closed ,the platform Refer to Users Guide and press the...

  • Page 47: After-Sale Service

    Any part found defective will be either repaired or replaced at SciQuip's discretion, free of charge, by SciQuip in Shanghai, China, or by its authorized dealers in where SciQuip has its distributors. Parts that are replaced will become the property of SciQuip.
  • Page 48 INCU-SHAKE Compact Stackable shaking Incubator Manual V2023.1 After-sal SciQuip Ltd Newtown Shropshire SY4 5NU Tel: 01939 234 222 Fax: 01939 234 221 Web: www.sciquip.co.uk...
  • Page 49 INCU-SHAKE Compact Stackable shaking Incubator Manual V2023.1...

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