Shellab SMI6E User Manual

ECONOMY INCUBATOR

SMI4E
SMI6E

Previously designated as:

1515E, 1516E

INSTALLATION AND OPERATIONAL MANUAL

4861661-1

Sheldon Manufacturing Inc. P.O. Box 627 Cornelius, Oregon 97113

EMAIL: [e-mail] INTERNET: http://www.Shellab.com/~Shellab

1-800-322-4897 [phone] FAX [phone]

11/2013

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

SECTION 1.0 RECEIVING AND INSPECTION
SECTION 2.0 GRAPHIC SYMBOLS
SECTION 3.0 INSTALLATION
SECTION 4.0 CONTROL PANEL OVERVIEW
SECTION 5.0 OPERATION
SECTION 6.0 MAINTENANCE
SECTION 7.0 TROUBLESHOOTING

SECTION 8.0 PARTS LIST

UNIT SPECIFICATIONS
SCHEMATICS

This unit is a general purpose air incubator for professional, industrial or educational use
where the preparation or testing of materials is done at approximately atmospheric
pressure and no flammable, volatile or combustible materials are being heated. This unit
is not intended for hazardous or household locations or use.

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RECEIVING AND INSPECTION

Section

Your satisfaction and safety require a complete understanding of this unit. Read
the instructions thoroughly and be sure all operators are given adequate training
before attempting to put the unit in service. NOTE: This equipment must be used
only for its intended application; any alterations or modifications will void your
warranty.

1.1 Inspection: The carrier, when accepting shipment, also accepts responsibility

for safe delivery and is liable for loss or damage. On delivery, inspect for visible
exterior damage, note and describe on the freight bill any damage found, and
enter your claim on the form supplied by the carrier.

1.2 Inspect for concealed loss or damage on the unit itself, both interior and exterior.
If necessary, the carrier will arrange for official inspection to substantiate your
claim.

1.3 Return Shipment: Save the shipping crate until you are sure all is well. If for
any reason you must return the unit, first contact your customer representative
for authorization. Supply nameplate data, including model number and serial
number.

1.4 Verify that all of the equipment indicated on the packing slip is included with the
unit. Carefully check all packaging before discarding. These units are equipped
with 2 shelves, 8 shelf clips, a thermometer, and a thermometer clip.

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GRAPHIC SYMBOLS

Section

Your incubator is provided with a display of graphic symbols to help in identifying the
use and function of the available adjustable components.

2.1 Indicates “AC Power”

2.2 Indicates “Heating”

2.3 Indicates ”Adjustable Temperature”

2.4 Indicates “Manual Control”

2.5 Indicates “Earth Ground Symbol”

2.6 This symbol, when shown, indicates that you should consult

your manual for further description or discussion of a control
or item.

2.7 Indicates “Potential Shock Hazard” behind partition

2.8 Indicates “Unit should be recycled” (Not disposed of

in land-fill)

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INSTALLATION

Section

Local city, county or other ordinances may govern the use of this equipment. If you have any questions about local
requirements, please contact the appropriate local agency. Installation may be performed by the end user.

Under normal circumstances this unit is intended for use indoors, at room temperatures between 5 above ambient to
40C, at no greater than 80% Relative Humidity (at 25C) and with a supply voltage that does not vary by more than
10%. Customer service should be contacted for operating conditions outside of these limits.

3.1 Power Source: The electrical supply circuit to the incubator must conform to all national and local electrical

codes. Consult the incubator’s serial data plate for the voltage and ampere requirements before making

connection. VOLTAGE SHOULD NOT VARY MORE THAN 10% FROM THE SERIAL PLATE RATING.
This unit is intended for 50/60 Hz application. A separate circuit is recommended to prevent possible loss of
product due to overloading or failure of other equipment on the same circuit.

3.2 Location: When selecting a site for the incubator, consider all conditions which may affect performance,
such as extreme heat from steam radiators, stoves, ovens, autoclaves, etc. Avoid direct sun, fast-moving air
currents, heating/cooling ducts, and high traffic areas. To ensure air circulation around the unit allow a
minimum of 10cm between incubators and any walls or partitions that might obstruct free airflow.

3.3 Lifting / Handling: This unit is heavy and care should be taken to use appropriate lifting devices that are
sufficiently rated for this load. The unit should only be lifted from its bottom surface. Doors, handles and
knobs are not adequate for lifting or stabilization. The unit should be completely restrained from tipping
during lifting or transport. All moving parts, such as shelves and trays should be removed and doors need to
be positively locked in the closed position during transfer to prevent shifting and damage.

3.4 Leveling: The unit must sit level and solidly. The unit is equipped with non-adjustable rubber feet to raise it
off the counter and prevent sliding; however, the counter must be level to provide optimum safety and
working conditions.

3.5 Cleaning: The incubator interior was cleaned at the factory, but not sterilized. Remove all interior parts,
including shelves and shelf clips and clean with a disinfectant that is appropriate to your application. DO
NOT USE spray cleaners that might leak through openings and cracks and get on electrical components, or
that may contain solvents that will harm coatings. DO NOT USE chlorine-based bleaches or abrasives as they
may damage the interior. Regular periodic cleaning is required. Special care should be taken when cleaning
around sensing heads to prevent damage.

WARNING: Never clean the unit with alcohol or flammable cleaners with the unit connected to the
electrical supply. Always disconnect the unit from the electrical service when cleaning and assure all
volatile or flammable cleaners are evaporated and dry before reattaching the unit to the power supply.

3.6 Place shelves in the desired position, see Figure 1.