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Summary of Contents for BPC Air 18 Standard
- Page 1 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL BPC Air An incubator with cooling and heating in one Contact Us : www.bpcinstruments.com +46 (0)46 163950 Mobilvägen 10, 223 62 Lund, Sweden...
- Page 2 This document contains proprietary information protected by copyright. No part of this publication may be redistributed in any form whatsoever or translated into any language without prior, written permission of BPC Instruments AB. © 2024 BPC Instruments AB. All rights reserved.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents GENERAL INFORMATION ....................3 CHAPTER 1: BEFORE GETTING STARTED ................6 CHAPTER 2: OVERVIEW ...................... 8 CHAPTER 2: EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION ................10 CHAPTER 3: OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS................14 CHAPTER 4: MAINTENANCE ..................... 21 CHAPTER 5: TROUBLESHOOTING AND EQUIPMENT DISPOSAL .......... 22... -
Page 4: General Information
General Information Before operating the BPC® Air (hereafter referred to as “the instrument”, “the system” or “the equipment” interchangeably) from BPC Instruments AB (hereafter referred to as “BPC Instruments”, “BPC”, “Bioprocess Control” or “BPC Instruments AB” interchangeably), carefully read this operator... - Page 5 Always dispose of parts and chemicals according to applicable rules in the country of usage. Periodic maintenance of the instrument and its various accessories is essential. Always make sure they are in working condition. If service or spare parts are required, please contact BPC Instruments AB directly or one of its representatives...
- Page 6 The product warranty provided with the instrument corresponds to the stipulations in Orgalime S 2012, unless otherwise agreed upon with BPC Instruments AB. BPC Instruments AB reserves the right to correct any possible errors, mistakes, changes, updates, technical data or otherwise relevant information in this manual or any other documents, where applicable by law.
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Page 7: Chapter 1: Before Getting Started
Note that there are configuration specific items on the list, that will be included based upon the configuration purchased. Standard package items Number of items BPC® Air main unit Power cord (3 pole) Bottle 2 L Tubing management set... - Page 8 The items included in these packages is listed in the tables below. Please contact our sales team for more information. The base accessory package includes: BPC® Air 18 BPC® Air 9 BPC® Air 18 BPC® Air 9...
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Page 9: Chapter 2: Overview
With its user-friendly interface and robust features, BPC® Air can meet the demands of both laboratory and research applications. Although the BPC® Air can be used for a diverse range of applications, this instrument was designed to be complementary to BPC’s respirometer systems, particularly the BPC® Blue platform, for biodegradability and compostability studies, as well as with the AMPTS®... - Page 10 • Compact and Mobile: With its integrated wheels and mobile design, the BPC® Air offers flexibility and convenience when positioning in any laboratory space. § Integrated Thermoelectric Element: Designed with a thermoelectric based heating and cooling Peltier element to provide high temperature control and operational simplicity.
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Page 11: Chapter 2: Equipment Description
This instrument is mobile thanks to its integrated wheels, allowing for easy relocation. Figure 1. The main unit of BPC® Air with the basic accessories (left) and the working principle (right). This incubation unit is offered in four configurations: BPC®... - Page 12 Figure 2. BPC Air configurations BPC® Air Manual...
- Page 13 The temperature sensor is located inside the insulated chamber in the middle of the instrument, while the temperature controller is on the top front part of the instrument (Figure 4). BPC® Air Manual...
- Page 14 Cable basket Condensation collection bottle Figure 5. Below the unit there is a cable basket, a condensation collection bottle and the electronics control box. On both the top and bottom shelf there are holes for cable management. BPC® Air Manual...
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Page 15: Chapter 3: Operating Instructions
® Prepare the BPC After you receive the BPC® Air incubation unit, first perform the following preparations: Unpack the instrument and place the BPC® Air in a well ventilated laboratory environment where you intend to use it. Lifting the unit requires two people and be sure to always lift from the bottom plate and never the upper one. - Page 16 In case the fuses need to be replaced with new ones, this compartment can be pulled out and old fuses can be exchanged with new ones. Specifications of fuses: RS PRO 2A F Glass Cartridge Fuse, 5 x 20mm, 250 V AC. BPC® Air Manual...
- Page 17 Operating the BPC ® To operate the instrument, follow the steps below: Step 1: Power on the instrument using the ON/OFF main switch on the bottom of the instrument. You will hear that the fan is switched on. The thermostat controller will not turn on automatically at this point.
- Page 18 -10-10 °C 0 °C To set the temperature for the BPC® Air, select the F1 code for setting the temperature value. This is the most used function on the unit. Code F2 stands for return difference, and it represents the temperature difference value of the air that is pumped out and the air which returns.
- Page 19 (3M NaOH) until the 80 mL upper-level indicator using the provided funnel, then place the lid with two connectors on top, followed by the bottle nut. Place the assembled bioreactor in the BPC® Air. Be careful when placing it to avoid the risk of the solution entering the bottle.
- Page 20 To assist with tubing management, all lids of BPC® Air provide a graphical suggestion on how to connect the tubing from the bioreactors to the BPC Core detection unit (see example pictures below for the 18 standard and 18 ex-situ configurations).
- Page 21 When using high incubation temperatures, wait until the system cools down before removing the lid or any bottles from the unit. Check the condensate level in the bottle at the bottom of the instrument and empty if needed. BPC® Air Manual...
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Page 22: Chapter 4: Maintenance
Periodically inspect the power cord and connections for any signs of damage. If needed and only if directed by our support team at BPC instruments, there is an option to open the two panels located in the front and back of the instrument (Figure 6 below), to allow for access to the electronics and possibility to repair any minor issues. -
Page 23: Chapter 5: Troubleshooting And Equipment Disposal
Chapter 07: Maintenance and Spare Parts If you encounter any issues while using the BPC® Air instrument, please contact technical support. If service or spare parts are required, contact BPC Instruments AB directly or one of its representatives. This equipment must not be disposed together with unsorted waste. Instead, it is the user’s responsibility to dispose the equipment at lifecycle end by handling it over to an authorized facility for separate collection and recycling.
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