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Touring the incubator
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Touring the incubator
Congratulations on your purchase of a Helmer Platelet Incubator. The incubator provides precise
temperature control and monitoring for your platelet storage needs.
This section gives a brief overview of the components of the incubator. Note that some components vary by
model or options selected at the time of purchase. The location of components also varies by model.
2.1
Touring the front and right side
D
E
A
B
C
H
F
G
Left: Sample floor model (PC4200i model shown). Middle top: Sample countertop model (PC100h
model shown). Middle bottom: Right side of floor models. Right: Sample model with hood-style
door (PC900i model shown).
Label
Description
Function
A
Chart recorder
(Optional feature - may not
appear on your incubator)
Records seven days of chamber temperature
information
B
i.Center monitoring system
(Applies to i.Series models only)
Displays current status information and provides an
interface to change alarm setpoints
C
Built-in agitation system
(Applies to PC4200 models only)
Holds and organizes items being agitated
D
Control door area
Contains controls for the incubator. For details, see
Section 2.1.1, “Touring the control door area.”
E
Door lock
Prevents unauthorized access to the chamber
F
Base
(Applies to floor models only)
Contains parts used to change the temperature of
the chamber. On PC4200 models, it also contains
parts to agitate the storage frame
G
Casters
(Applies to floor models only)
Used to move the incubator and lock it into
position
H
Condenser grill
(Applies to floor models only)
Air intake for the compressor
