Instruction Manual - G85
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4 User Manual
4.1 Definition of use
The K-SYSTEMS Kivex Biotec G85 CO
²
Bench Top incubator is designed for keeping
gametes and embryos in a controlled environment.
4.2 General description
The chambers and aluminum warming blocks maintain a preset temperature in the range
ambient to 42° C. The temperature is electronically controlled by a PID controller and can
be read on the displaying increments of 0.1° C.
The G85 features heated lids. The bottom part is made from thick aluminum that gives
ideal temperature distribution. Back part that houses the electronic is made from stainless
steel. Interchangeable aluminum Warming blocks holding a variety of culture dishes are
available.
The G85 features a built in digital flow meter with a possible flow of 0 - 29 liters per hour
and a humidification system.
The G85 has also a purge function enabling a quick CO
2
level recovery within the
chambers. The recovery time is 15 seconds with a pressure of 0.5 bar.
Note
The atmosphere in the chambers may be controlled by flushing with a gas mixture.
Use only 5% CO
2
in air.
