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305978H02 Rev A
© 2003
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Printed in U.S.A.
Laboratory CO
Installation and Operation Manual
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Operating Standards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Pre-Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Initial Start-Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Key Switch and Control Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Control Systems Theory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Ultima II and Elite II
2
Incubators
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Summarization of Contents
Introduction to Revco Incubators
Incubator Features and Benefits
Details the key features and advantages of the Revco Ultima II and Elite II incubators.
Incubator Operational Requirements
Lists necessary supplies, gas pressure, and purity for incubator operation.
Safety Precautions for Incubator Use
Safety Definitions and Symbols
Explains the meaning of WARNING and CAUTION labels and safety symbols.
General Safety Precautions
Outlines important safety rules to follow during installation and operation.
Operating Standards and Environment
Incubator Environmental Conditions
Specifies the recommended environmental conditions for incubator operation.
Pre-Installation Procedures
Unpacking and Included Parts
Instructions for unpacking, inspecting for damage, and identifying included items.
Set-up and Location Guidelines
Guidance on initial cleaning, placement, and required environmental setup.
Gas Supplies Setup
Gas Supply Requirements
Details required gas supply pressure and purity for CO2 and O2/N2.
Electrical Wiring and Connections
Power Connection and Grounding
Instructions for connecting power and ensuring proper grounding for safety.
Initial Start-Up Procedures
Understanding Start-Up Prompts
Overview of the guided sequence for initial incubator setup.
Required Installation Tools
Lists the tools needed to complete the incubator installation.
Power and Key Switch Operation
How to turn on the unit and initiate the special start-up prompts.
Leveling the Incubator
Step-by-step instructions for correctly leveling the incubator unit.
Installing Shelving and HEPA Filter
Shelves Installation Steps
Procedure for installing the adjustable shelves and support walls.
HEPA Filter Installation
Instructions on how to correctly install the HEPA filter.
Filling the Water Jacket
Water Jacket Filling Procedure
Steps for filling the water jacket with water and conditioning crystals.
Post-Fill Incubator Adjustments
Re-leveling after Water Fill
Instruction to re-level the incubator after the water jacket has been filled.
CO2 Gas Supply Connection
Steps for connecting the CO2 gas supply to the incubator.
O2 or N2 Gas Supply Connection
Procedure for connecting O2 or N2 supplies for tri-gas models.
Humidity Pan and Setpoint Configuration
Humidity Pan Installation
Instructions for installing the humidity pan and adding water.
Adjusting Setpoint Parameters
Guide to configuring temperature, CO2, and O2 setpoints and alarms.
Control Panel Operation
Key Switch Functionality
Explains the role and operation of the incubator's key switch.
Control Panel Features Overview
Describes the display elements and buttons on the control panel.
Control Panel Display Functions
Control Panel Display Modes
Details the various information displayed during normal operation.
Setpoint and Alarm Programming
Setpoint and Alarm Programming Sequence
Explains the sequence for adjusting setpoints and alarm limits.
Service Mode Operations
Service Mode Parameters List
Lists and explains the parameters accessible in service mode.
Restoring Program Defaults
Procedure to reset all program parameters to factory default values.
Incubator Alarm Functions
Incubator Alarm Functions Table
Details all alarm types, their visual/audible indicators, and hysteresis.
Calibration Procedures
CO2 Measurement and Calibration
Step-by-step guide for calibrating CO2 using the Fyrite method.
Temperature Correlation Adjustment
Instructions on how to offset displayed temperature readings for accuracy.
Remote Alarm Connection
Information on terminal strips for connecting remote alarms.
Control Systems Theory
Temperature Control System Explanation
Details how the incubator maintains stable chamber temperature.
Overtemperature Monitoring System
Describes the system that activates when the chamber exceeds temperature limits.
Door Heat System Function
Explains the mechanism used to prevent condensation on the inner door.
Incubator Maintenance
Cleaning Procedures
Detailed instructions for cleaning and disinfecting the incubator interior.
CO2 Filter and Water Jacket Maintenance
Replacing the CO2 Filter
Steps for safely removing and replacing the CO2 inlet filter.
Draining the Water Jacket
Procedure for draining the water jacket for maintenance or cleaning.
Decontamination Kit Installation
Installing Decontamination Kit Components
Instructions for replacing the blower wheel and gaskets.
Fuse and Door Seal Checks
Fuse Specifications and Replacement
Details on fuse types, ratings, and replacement by qualified technicians.
Checking Door Seal Integrity
Method for testing the door seal's effectiveness using a paper strip.
Incubator Troubleshooting Guide
General Troubleshooting Issues
Common symptoms and their corresponding solutions for general operation.
CO2 Gas Control Troubleshooting
Specific issues related to CO2 concentration display and control.
Replacement Parts Information
Spare Parts List
A list of available replacement parts with part numbers and descriptions.
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