Thermo Scientific IMP 180, Manual

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Thermo Scientific Heratherm IMP 10-1
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Maintenance
Maintenance and inspection at regular intervals of the features and components listed below
are mission-critical to maintain the product in a fully operative and safe condition and avoid
malfunctions due to aging and wear. Failure to perform maintenance on a regular basis may
result in:
• deviations in heating performance
• damage to samples
• loss of control over temperature distribution throughout the work space
Inspections and Checks
To ensure the operational performance and safety of the refrigerated incubator and its
functions, the components listed below must be checked at regular intervals.
Regular Checks
• Check the refrigerated incubator for overall cleanliness and remove any residues from
previous processes.
• Check the locking screw for the glass panel
Semi-annual Inspection
• Check integrity and proper seating of the seal.
• Check heat exchangers of pollution.
• Check and if necessary clean the condensate water dish.
• Perform functional check of the control panel and of the refrigerated incubator’s built-in
controller.
• Perform electrical safety check in accordance with the relevant national regulations
.