ArgoLab ICN-16 Super User Manual

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  • Page 1 OVENS and INCUBATORS User Manual...
  • Page 2 UM Ovens and Incubators SUPER ArgoLab - 2025 - rev.0 09.12.2024...
  • Page 3 Giorgio Bormac s.r.l. NO.108 Gongxiang RD Qiandeng Town Via della Meccanica, 25 Kunshan China 41012 Carpi (MO) V.A.T. 02309180368 Tel. +39 059 653274 Fax +39 059 653282 Email info@giorgiobormac.com UM Ovens and Incubators SUPER ArgoLab - 2025 - rev.0 09.12.2024...
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    TART TOP A PROGRAMME AND ET PARAMETERS SETTINGS MENU ............................. 27 ..............................28 ETTINGS SUBMENU ..............................28 ERVICE ETTINGS SUBMENU ..............................28 DMIN ETTINGS SUBMENU INSTRUMENT PARAMETERS ..........................29 UM Ovens and Incubators SUPER ArgoLab - 2025 - rev.0 09.12.2024...
  • Page 5 TEMPERATURE SAFETY DEVICE ........................32 STERILISATION AT 130.0°C FOR ICF FORCED INCUBATORS ................32 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE ........................... 33 SHIPPING IN TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE ......................34 WARRANTY ..............................34 DISPOSAL OF ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT......................... 34 UM Ovens and Incubators SUPER ArgoLab - 2025 - rev.0 09.12.2024...
  • Page 6: Security Information

    This symbol draws attention to possible damage to the instrument or instrumental parts. NOTES This symbol identifies useful product information. Pictograms Within this manual there are different symbols identifying dangers, prohibitions and obligations as illustrated below. UM Ovens and Incubators SUPER ArgoLab - 2025 - rev.0 09.12.2024...
  • Page 7: Danger Symbols

    Danger of corrosion Prohibition symbols Do not wet with water Symbols of obligation Disconnect the instrument from the power supply by pulling the plug Eye protection must be used UM Ovens and Incubators SUPER ArgoLab - 2025 - rev.0 09.12.2024...
  • Page 8: General Safety Instructions

    Danger of Poisoning and Danger of Death  Never introduce materials into the instrument whose disintegration could result in the formation of poisonous gases at the selected operating temperatures. UM Ovens and Incubators SUPER ArgoLab - 2025 - rev.0 09.12.2024...
  • Page 9 The instrument must not be lifted directly from below with mechanical tools without supporting pallets (e.g. forklift truck). The instrument must not be lifted or dragged by pulling the door. UM Ovens and Incubators SUPER ArgoLab - 2025 - rev.0 09.12.2024...
  • Page 10: Ce Marking Data

    3. CE marking data Argolab instruments are designed and manufactured in compliance with Directive 2006/42/EC and other relevant EU Directives applicable at the time they are placed on the market (see facsimile below). UM Ovens and Incubators SUPER ArgoLab - 2025 - rev.0 09.12.2024...
  • Page 11: Equipment

    100 litres. • No. 4 shelf supports. • Power cable. • Fuses. • Instruction manual. • USB stick for data download. • Test report and calibration report. UM Ovens and Incubators SUPER ArgoLab - 2025 - rev.0 09.12.2024...
  • Page 12: Transport

    Dry the inside of the Argolab oven/incubator and the shelves. • Wrap the shelves in bubble wrap. • Place the shelves in their original packaging and then place them inside the Argolab oven/incubator. • Pack the entire Argolab oven/incubator in its original packaging. •...
  • Page 13 Risk of explosion and danger to life.  DO NOT operate the device in potentially explosive areas.  DO NOT use explosive dust or air-soluble mixtures in the environment. UM Ovens and Incubators SUPER ArgoLab - 2025 - rev.0 09.12.2024...
  • Page 14: Instrument Parts

    8. Instrument parts UM Ovens and Incubators SUPER ArgoLab - 2025 - rev.0 09.12.2024...
  • Page 15: Technical Specifications

    Power supply/power Number of shelves (standard/max) 3/10 Minimum distance between shelves 50 mm 50 mm 50 mm 50 mm Maximum shelf load 15 Kg 20 Kg 20 Kg 20 Kg UM Ovens and Incubators SUPER ArgoLab - 2025 - rev.0 09.12.2024...
  • Page 16 230 V / 1500 W Number of shelves (standard/max) 3/10 Minimum distance between shelves 50 mm 50 mm 50 mm 50 mm Maximum shelf load 20 Kg 20 Kg 20 Kg 20 Kg UM Ovens and Incubators SUPER ArgoLab - 2025 - rev.0 09.12.2024...
  • Page 17: Operation Modes

    NOTE: ArgoLab ovens are supplied with the valve open; it is recommended not to close it completely in order not to impair the performance of the instrument.
  • Page 18: Forced Air Incubators - Icf

    Uploading Samples To ensure optimal air circulation within the ArgoLab oven/incubator chamber, it is recommended to leave empty spaces between the samples. For proper convection, it is important not to place samples in contact with the walls of the chamber.
  • Page 19: Operation

    Once the appropriate credentials have been entered, the tool will be ready for configuration and use (see section 'Multi-User Management - Login/Logout'). To change passwords or to change users see section 'Multi-User Management - Change User / Password'. UM Ovens and Incubators SUPER ArgoLab - 2025 - rev.0 09.12.2024...
  • Page 20: Multi-User Management - Login / Logout

    Once the selection is complete, the tool will be ready for use and the word Login will appear in the top left- hand corner. Please refer to the screenshots below for a detailed view of the steps. UM Ovens and Incubators SUPER ArgoLab - 2025 - rev.0 09.12.2024...
  • Page 21: Multi-User Management - User / Password Change

    2. Select the Logout option. 3. Once the operation has been completed, it will be possible to access the system using the new user's credentials. Password change prompt User1 Password is changed UM Ovens and Incubators SUPER ArgoLab - 2025 - rev.0 09.12.2024...
  • Page 22: Instrument Operating Modes (Programmes)

    'PROG MODE'. IMPORTANT: In the event of an unforeseen power failure or shutdown via the ON/OFF button, the system will again request user authentication when resuming operation. UM Ovens and Incubators SUPER ArgoLab - 2025 - rev.0 09.12.2024...
  • Page 23: Basic Mode - Prog 0

    To call up this programme, simply press PROG MODE, select 0 under CHOOSE PROGRAM, and confirm with ENTER. At this point, the programme will be ready for execution. Press START to start. Press STOP to interrupt the work cycle. Login Login USER USER UM Ovens and Incubators SUPER ArgoLab - 2025 - rev.0 09.12.2024...
  • Page 24: Programme Mode - Prog 1

    The value '#' in the programme table is irrelevant for the execution of the above programme. Only the value 0 entered in the time at the next programming step will interrupt the programme. UM Ovens and Incubators SUPER ArgoLab - 2025 - rev.0 09.12.2024...
  • Page 25 In the last step enter, step by step, the settings required by the user such as temperature, time, fan speed (optional, where present). IMPORTANT: Pay attention to the warm-up time of the odd-numbered steps (1,3,5,...) as described in the previous paragraph. UM Ovens and Incubators SUPER ArgoLab - 2025 - rev.0 09.12.2024...
  • Page 26 (100.0°C) from the initial temperature (25.0°C). Below this interval, the device will not be able to execute a faster heating ramp. Therefore, you should set a time equal to or greater than this value (21 minutes). UM Ovens and Incubators SUPER ArgoLab - 2025 - rev.0 09.12.2024...
  • Page 27: Start/Stop A Programme And Set Parameters

    Current Step NOTE: During the odd numbered steps, dedicated to temperature ramping, the temperature displayed in the Set area will gradually increase until the instrument completes the warm-up ramp. UM Ovens and Incubators SUPER ArgoLab - 2025 - rev.0 09.12.2024...
  • Page 28: Settings Menu

    Temperature offset on room temperature sensor 3. Admin Settings submenu The Admin submenu allows access to factory parameters, reserved exclusively for service personnel for advanced maintenance or structural changes to instrument settings. UM Ovens and Incubators SUPER ArgoLab - 2025 - rev.0 09.12.2024...
  • Page 29: User Settings Submenu

    Admin Settings submenu The Admin submenu allows access to factory configuration parameters, intended only for qualified technical personnel for specialised maintenance or advanced adjustment of instrument settings. UM Ovens and Incubators SUPER ArgoLab - 2025 - rev.0 09.12.2024...
  • Page 30: Instrument Parameters

    It is not recommended to change it, as temperature fluctuations are normal, especially in natural convection models, and a too low AL value could cause false alarms. AL applies to all set temperatures and during temperature ramps in programmes 1 to 8. UM Ovens and Incubators SUPER ArgoLab - 2025 - rev.0 09.12.2024...
  • Page 31: Temperature Offset - Calibration (Pb And Pk)

    (refrigerated versions only) to a single temperature point. The correction will therefore be referable to only one specific point. NOTE: For quick correction of temperature readings on Argolab ovens/incubators, it is recommended to only change the Pb offset.
  • Page 32: Data Download Via Usb Key

    The memory limit of 200.000 data still remains, but the USB stick acts as an additional external memory. This allows for continuous recording well in excess of 200.000 data, providing extended storage capacity. UM Ovens and Incubators SUPER ArgoLab - 2025 - rev.0 09.12.2024...
  • Page 33: Downloading Alarm And Operation Logs To Usb Key

    Every ArgoLab instrument, whether oven or incubator, is equipped with an electronic over-temperature limiter conforming to Protection Class 2 according to DIN 12880. ArgoLab ovens of the TCN and TCF series, as well as forced-air incubators of the ICF series, are equipped with an additional adjustable electromechanical protection.
  • Page 34: Cleaning And Maintenance

    Eye contact - Eye damage caused by chemical burns  DO NOT discharge into the sewage system. ➢ Wear protective goggles. UM Ovens and Incubators SUPER ArgoLab - 2025 - rev.0 09.12.2024...
  • Page 35: Shipping In Technical Assistance

    It is recommended that you consult the relevant local authorities or the supplier of the equipment for details of disposal procedures in accordance with current environmental regulations. UM Ovens and Incubators SUPER ArgoLab - 2025 - rev.0 09.12.2024...

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