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User’s Manual Premium Touch Screen Shaking Incubator Benchtop Model (4-60℃, Auto Defrosting) This Manual applies to: Modes: INCU-SHAKE MAXI...
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SciQuip Incu-Shake MAXI V2016.1.1 Thanks! Thank you very much for purchasing one of our premium benchtop shaking incubator, specially designed for you-the lab professional. Your choice indicates that you have very high requirements on style and performance of this type of incubators.
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SciQuip Incu-Shake MAXI V2016.1.1 Safety instruction! Please be sure to follow the instructions, which are really important for your safety. Danger! Warnings against injuries and damages. 1. The electrical supply circuit to the incubator must confirm to all national and local electric codes.
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SciQuip Incu-Shake MAXI V2016.1.1 Attention! Instructions for optimal performance! 1. Before starting your equipment, the unit must be placed horizontally on a solid, flat floor, and elevated and leveled with four foot blocks. 2. The incubator needs even heat lost on all surfaces in order to maintain small internal temperature variations .As a result, a minimum of 20 cm must be allowed between the...
SciQuip Incu-Shake MAXI V2016.1.1 Performance Parameters As one of the unique features, the sophisticated PID controller provides our new units with great flexible choice of not only constant controlling one fixed temperature and speed, but also programmed controlling with a series (up to 9 segments, 99 cycles) of “ramps and soaks”, on just one unit.
SciQuip Incu-Shake MAXI V2016.1.1 Technical Specifications Model INCU-SHAKE MAXI Control P.I.D Microprocessor Fix Value or Programmable (up to 9 Control Mode Segments) Control Panel LCD Touch Screen Air Convection Forced Shaking Mode Orbit Volume/ Compartment (L) Working Temperature(℃) 10-35 Shaking speed (rpm)
SciQuip Incu-Shake MAXI V2016.1.1 Home Page Operation “Stop” button: Press this to stop the running shaking motion. “Run” button: Press this button to start shaking motion. “Shaking” Status: The illustration of “flask” indicates the status of the unit; the flask remains still when unit is stopped;...
SciQuip Incu-Shake MAXI V2016.1.1 “Alarm” Status: Once the conditions of alarms are fulfilled, the alarm is declared, and indicator will be lighted. “Door” Status: This indicator will be lighted if door is opened or closed improperly. "Defrosting" Status: This indicator will be lighted if the unit is running defrosting cycle.
SciQuip Incu-Shake MAXI V2016.1.1 PROG—Programmable Mode Settings (See Chapter 8) Press it to enter the page of settings parameters (ramp timer, end temperature, hold timer, cycle times and hold deviation) for programmable mode. CONTROL-- P.I.D Control Settings (Factory Default) (See Chapter 9) Press it to enter the page of setting P.I.D parameters, to set the parameters of temperature...
SciQuip Incu-Shake MAXI V2016.1.1 KEEP—Temperature Holding Switch This function will enable or disable the system to keep constant control, either at the end temperature of last segment after all programmed operation finishes (under Programmable mode), or at the set value after the timer is down to “0” (under Fixed Value mode).
SciQuip Incu-Shake MAXI V2016.1.1 RET—Return Button Press it to exit the current page after all settings are finished. Special Remind! If the entered value exceeds the maximum limit, then the max value will be set for this parameter. Press the “C” on the key board to clear the entry.
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SciQuip Incu-Shake MAXI V2016.1.1 SEG—Segment No. The function indicates the serial number of current segment. No setting required. LAST—“Last” Button Press it to return to the set page of previous segment. NEXT—“Next” Button Press it to forward to the set page of next segment.
SciQuip Incu-Shake MAXI V2016.1.1 CONTROL—P.I.D. Control Settings (Factory Default) CONTROL Page P.I.D Control Settings Press the parameter button and use the keyboard to set the value, and then press “ENT” to confirm and save. RET—“Return” Button Press it to exit the current page after all settings are finished.
SciQuip Incu-Shake MAXI V2016.1.1 ALDS—Alarm Deviation Speed This value determines the maximum deviation, measured in speed (rpm), which the shaking 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 “ENT” to confirm and save.
SciQuip Incu-Shake MAXI V2016.1.1 Press “ENT” to confirm and save the “Low Point Correction” value. 11.6 11.7 Repeat the above procedure, on a high temperature- somewhere around 60° C- to perform the TEMP100° C (High point correction). Press “ENT” key to confirm and save the new corrected values.
SciQuip Incu-Shake MAXI V2016.1.1 14. CALI—Temperature Calibration (Factory Default) Attention: 1. This is only be performed by an authorized engineer with certified equipment, with password limited access. 2. Detailed instructions are to be offered upon request. 15. Defrost — Defrosting Settings...
SciQuip Incu-Shake MAXI V2016.1.1 Defrost Time —Auto Defrost Cycle 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 “1-24” mins and press “OK” to confirm and save. Set it as “0” to disable the defrosting function.
SciQuip Incu-Shake MAXI V2016.1.1 17. Operation of Shaking Diameter Adjustment These models have an adjustable shaking diameter of Ø0-50mm. To adjust it, please follow the instructions below, 17.1 Tools needed: M6 Allen key, M6 Socket Spanner, Gear spanner (Included in...
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SciQuip Incu-Shake MAXI V2016.1.1 17.5 Keep M6 Allen key on the hex bolt to hold the shaking base as stationary, in the meantime, loosen the M6 hexagon nut (4) with turning anti-clockwise with the socket spanner 17.6 Now the shaking base is free to move along in the slot of the shaking mech- anism.
SciQuip Incu-Shake MAXI V2016.1.1 18. Trouble Shooting. Error Indicator Possible cause Corrections Power supply Check the power supply system to see connected if there is voltage on the line Plug has no access to Plug in firmly socket The power switch has...
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SciQuip Incu-Shake MAXI V2016.1.1 The door switch has not Check the door to see if it is closed yet made contact firmly The platform is blocked Remove the platform and clear the The shaking platform with an object at the...
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