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Thermo Scientific
Precision 30 cu ft Incubator

Standard or Low Temperature

Operating and Maintenance Manual 3177878 Rev. N

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Page 1: ...Thermo Scientific Precision 30 cu ft Incubator Standard or Low Temperature Operating and Maintenance Manual 3177878 Rev N Visit us online to register your warranty www thermoscientific com labwarranty ...

Page 2: ...relay to 300175 G 1 06 P N 3167106 to 3166985 3174933 to 3174924 pg 10 F 6 05 Manual number and manufacture location was 36100113 E 6 03 Add notices page update instructions for setting safety and control thermostats pg 7 D 11 01 Add environmental conditions pgs 2 3 C 2 01 Add part numbers for new doors and gasket pg 10 B 8 99 Update parts list for new kit numbers pg 10 A 6 99 Initial Release Pref...

Page 3: ...pment performance s Caution All internal adjustments and maintenance must be performed by qualified service personnel s Material in this manual is for information purposes only The contents and the product it describes are subject to change without notice Thermo Fisher Scientific makes no representations or warranties with respect to this manual In no event shall Thermo be held liable for any dama...

Page 4: ...pment that has been put on the market after 13 August 2005 This product is required to comply with the European Union s Waste Electrical Electronic Equipment WEEE Directive 2002 96 EC It is marked with the WEEE symbol Thermo Fisher Scientific has contracted with one or more recycling disposal companies in each EU Member State European Country and this product should be disposed of or recycled thro...

Page 5: ...pare or replacement parts or provide you with on site service We can also provide you with a quotation on our Extended Warranty for your Thermo Scientific products Whatever Thermo Scientific products you need or use we will be happy to discuss your applications If you are experiencing technical problems working together we will help you locate the problem and chances are correct it yourself over t...

Page 6: ...n 2 1 Unpacking and Damage 3 1 General Information 4 1 Explanation of Controls 5 1 Installation 6 1 Operation 7 1 Service 8 1 Troubleshooting 8 2 Parts Replacement 8 3 Parts List 8 5 Electrical Schematics 8 6 Warranty Information 9 1 Section 1 Section 2 Section 3 Section 4 Section 5 Section 6 Section 8 Section 7 Section 9 ...

Page 7: ...adversely affected if air circulation is obstructed DO NOT place any explosive combustible or flammable materials in the chamber DO NOT place sealed containers in the chamber Sealed containers filled with materials do not provide room for expansion and can develop dangerous vapor pressure as the temperature increases Avoid spillage of large volumes of liquids DO NOT evaporate noxious fumes The liq...

Page 8: ... the convenience outlet that exceeds a total of 15 amps as circuit overload will result DO NOT under any circumstances cut or remove the third ground prong from the power cord DO NOT use a two prong adapter plug Hazardous high voltage conditions exist inside the control compartment Disconnect all electrical power to the incubator before removing the cover Only qualified electrical instrument perso...

Page 9: ...ONTROL TEMP INCREASE SAFETY 350 OFF 700 WATTAGE 1400 LINE Figure 2 1 Standard Temperature Model 30M 3971 3973 Figure 2 2 Low Temperature Model 30MR 3975 3977 INTERIOR 15 AMPS MAX ON OFF HEAT COOL OFF Caution After turning compressor Off Wait 3 minutes before restarting CONTROL TEMP INCREASE SAFETY TEMP INCREASE 350 WATTAGE OFF 700 1400 LINE ...

Page 10: ...lace this unit in service Awareness of the stated cautions and warnings and compliance with recommended operating parameters together with maintenance requirements are important for safe and satisfactory operation The unit should be used for its intended application alterations or modifications will void the warranty Warning As a routine laboratory precaution always wear safety glasses when workin...

Page 11: ...nce of loss or damage may result in the carrier s refusing to honor your damage claim The form required to file such a claim will be supplied by the carrier Concealed Loss or Damage Concealed loss or damage means loss or damage which does not become apparent until the merchandise has been unpacked and inspected Should either occur make a written request for inspection by the carrier s agent within...

Page 12: ...djustable on 1 2 centers can be varied to accommodate an innumerable variety of laboratory utensils from petri dishes to carboys A duplex electrical outlet is supplied within the chamber to accept electrical devices such as roller drums stirrers and shakers The outlet is activated by an On Off switch with accompanying pilot light located on the control panel Model No Description Electrical Charact...

Page 13: ... Model 30MR Refrigerated Model Temperature Range ambient 5 C to 70 C 5 C to 70 C Dimensions W x D x H Overall 36 x 30 x 88 inches 910 x 760 x 2240mm 30 x 24 x 72 inches 760 x 610 x 1830mm Chamber 36 x 30 x 93 inches 910 x 760 x 2360mm 30 x 24 x 72 inches 760 x 610 x 1830mm Heat up Time from 29 to 37 C 60 minutes 90 minutes from 24 to 70 C 60 minutes 90 minutes Cool down Time from 24 to 10 C 45 min...

Page 14: ...rol the chamber temperature at a slightly higher temperature than that desired if the control thermostat becomes inoperative When the safety pilot light glows the heater is Off and the safety thermostat contacts are in the Open position The safety pilot light is Out and the heaters are energized when the safety thermostat contacts are Closed CONTROL Thermostat A control thermostat is supplied to c...

Page 15: ...HEAT Switch A three position Cool Heat Off switch is supplied This switch allows the operator to change the chamber temperature to meet the given application The recommended switch positions for a given temperature range are as follows Switch Position Temperature Range COOL 5 C to ambient plus 10 C HEAT Ambient plus 10 C to 70 C OFF None no electrical power to heater or compressor When the COOL pi...

Page 16: ...er Interior convenience outlet pilot light Safety pilot light Cool pilot light Safety thermostat adjustment screw Figure 5 1 Standard Model 30M Figure 5 2 Refrigerated Model 30MR Control thermostat adjustment screw Control pilot light Exhaust vent Power line pilot light Wattage selection switch Heat ON OFF switch Interior convenience outlet ON OFF switch Dial thermometer Interior convenience outle...

Page 17: ...ths Radiators air conditioning outlets other ventilating system outlets and drafts can affect the operation of the incubator by a sudden inrush of air that is at a temperature different than operating conditions Electrical Connections Important please read carefully Caution Be sure that the power supply is of the same voltage as specified on the nameplate s The incubator is supplied with mains pow...

Page 18: ...urrent presently being used by other apparatus connected to the circuit that will be used for this power cord It is critical that the added current demand and other equipment on the circuit not exceed the rating of the fuse or circuit breaker in use Loading Procedure These incubators depend upon heated or cooled air being circulated within the chamber by means of a blower fan located above the cha...

Page 19: ...nsion and can develop dangerous vapor pressure as the temperature increases 3 Avoid spillage of large volumes of liquids 4 DO NOT evaporate noxious fumes Low Temperature Model Only A plastic container is provided to collect condensate from the cooling coil A piece of 7 16 I D plastic tubing is used to connect the condensate drip tube located at the rear center of the chamber ceiling to this contai...

Page 20: ...ature Model Only 1 Place the COOL HEAT switch in the switch positions indicated below to maintain the desired chamber temperature Desired Temp Switch Position Range COOL 5 C to ambient plus 10 C HEAT Ambient plus 10 C to 70 C 2 When the HEAT position is employed place the WATTAGE selection switch in the 1400 watts position for fast chamber heat up Allow the chamber temperature to rise to within 5 ...

Page 21: ... Thermostats For Model 30M 1 Using a small screwdriver turn both the temperature control and safety temperature thermostat adjustment screws fully clockwise The temperature control pilot lamp should now be illuminated 2 When the incubator reaches the desired temperature slowly turn the safety thermostat adjustment screw counter clockwise unitl the safety pilot light is illuminated 3 Turn the safet...

Page 22: ... safety thermostat adjustment screw approximately turn in a clockwise direction The safety thermostat light should now be off The safety thermostat is now set a few degrees above the desired incubator temperature 5 Turn the Control thermostat adjustment screw counterclockwise until both pilot lamps are off Next turn the control thermostat adjustment screw clockwise until the control pilot lamp jus...

Page 23: ...follows Gently pry the retaining ring off the dial thermometer The ring holds the thermometer glass in place Adjust the calibration screw located on the dial face to allow the two thermometers to agree Refrigeration Service If it is ascertained after review of the Troubleshooting section that refrigeration service is needed contact the Technical Services Department In any communication with Thermo...

Page 24: ...mber temperature replace the Control thermostat When the Safety thermostat is controlling the chamber temperature the Safety pilot light will cycle On and Off Operation of a motor driven accessory within the chamber may produce enough heat to raise the chamber temperature above that set on the CONTROL thermostat If the room temperature is too close to the desired temperature setting on the non ref...

Page 25: ... nameplate 2 Check switches and electrical connections 3 Check heater resistance which should be 41 ohms per heater coil Loss of Cooling Efficiency The heat exchange coils of the compressor must be kept clean and free of dust Periodic inspection and cleaning is important Remove mounting screws that fasten the control compartment cover to the top of the chamber Lift cover off the cabinet to gain ac...

Page 26: ...its holder and lift its capillary through the hole leading into the control compartment 4 Install the new thermostat by reversing the above steps exercising care that a crimp or severe bend is not put into the thermostat capillary Heater Replacement 1 Remove the top diffuser panel inside the incubator chamber Remove thermometer capillary and bulb from the panel prior to removal 2 Tag and remove th...

Page 27: ...5896 3175894 COMP Compressor 1 4 HP N A 3180355 K1 Relay Kit 3162118 Shelf Kit 3166190 Thermometer Dial 3175995 Wood Container Packaging Kit 3174256 Hinge Kit Right Hand 3167202 Hinge Kit Left Hand 3167203 Leveling Kit 3167204 Switch Cheat In 3175308 Door Glass Old pre June2000 3176314 Door Glass New after June2000 3176317 Door Solid Old pre May 2000 3176315 Door Solid New after May 2000 3176318 G...

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Page 32: ... beyond the original warranty period The Technical Services Department must give prior approval for return of any components or equipment At Thermo s option all non conforming parts must be returned to Thermo Fisher Scientific postage paid and replacement parts are shipped FOB desti nation THIS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES WHETHER WRITTEN ORAL OR IMPLIED NO WARRANTIES ...

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