Shel Lab SRI20P User Manual

Installation and

Operation Manual

SRI3P, SRI6P, SRI20P

Previously Designated

LI3PW, LI6P, LI20P

BOD INCUBATORS 100 - 120 Voltage

Sheldon Refrigerated BOD Incubators 100 – 120 Voltage

Installation and Operation Manual Revision: February 11, 2016 Part Number (Manual) 4861666-1

Pictured on Cover: SRI20P (left) - SRI6P (right)

SRI3P

These units are TÜV CUE listed as incubators and radiant warmers for professional, industrial, or educational use where the preparation or testing of materials is done at approximately an ambient air pressure range of 22.14 – 31.3 inHg (75 – 106 kPa) and no flammable, volatile, or combustible materials are being heated.

These units have been tested to the following requirements: CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 61010-1:2012

CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 61010-2-010:2004 Reaffirmed: 2014-07 UL 61010-1:2012-05 UL 61010A-2-010:2002-03 EN 61010-1:2010 EN 61010-2-010:2014 Supplemented by: UL 61010-2-010:2015

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................................................................... 4

General Safety Considerations ................................................................................................................. 4

Engineering Improvements ....................................................................................................................... 5

Contacting Assistance ............................................................................................................................... 5

RECEIVING YOUR INCUBATOR ................................................................................................................ 6

Inspecting the Shipment ............................................................................................................................ 6

Orientation Photos..................................................................................................................................... 7

Recording Data Plate Information ........................................................................................................... 10

Reference Sensor Device ....................................................................................................................... 10

INSTALLATION .......................................................................................................................................... 12

Location ................................................................................................................................................... 12

Power Source Requirements .................................................................................................................. 12

Lifting and Handling ................................................................................................................................ 13

Leveling ................................................................................................................................................... 13

Access Port Stopper ............................................................................................................................... 13

Install Incubator in Location .................................................................................................................... 13

Deionized and Distilled Water ................................................................................................................. 13

Installation Cleaning and Disinfection ..................................................................................................... 14

Install Side Air Ducts SRI20P .................................................................................................................. 14

Shelving Installation ................................................................................................................................ 15

GRAPHIC SYMBOLS ................................................................................................................................. 18

CONTROL PANEL OVERVIEW ................................................................................................................. 19

OPERATION ............................................................................................................................................... 20

Theory of Operation ................................................................................................................................ 20

Preparing the Incubator ........................................................................................................................... 22

Set the Temperature Set Point ................................................................................................................ 23

Temperature Display Accuracy Verification ............................................................................................ 24

Set the Over Temperature Limit .............................................................................................................. 26

Loading the Incubator ............................................................................................................................. 28

Interior Accessory Outlet ......................................................................................................................... 28

Humidifying the Incubator ....................................................................................................................... 28

Managing Condensation ......................................................................................................................... 29

Turn Alarm Off / On ................................................................................................................................. 30

USER MAINTENANCE ............................................................................................................................... 32

Cleaning and Disinfecting ....................................................................................................................... 32

Maintaining Atmospheric Integrity ........................................................................................................... 33

Electrical Components ............................................................................................................................ 33

Calibrate the Temperature display .......................................................................................................... 34

UNIT SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................................................................. 38

Weight ..................................................................................................................................................... 38

Dimensions .............................................................................................................................................. 38

Capacity .................................................................................................................................................. 38

Shelf Capacity by Weight ........................................................................................................................ 39

Temperature ............................................................................................................................................ 39

Power ...................................................................................................................................................... 39

PARTS AND CONSUMABLES .................................................................................................................. 40

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INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing a Sheldon Manufacturing refrigerated BOD Peltier incubator. We know that in today’s competitive marketplace, customers have many choices when it comes to constant temperature equipment. We appreciate you choosing ours. Our continued reputation as a leading laboratory product manufacturer rests with your satisfaction. Sheldon Manufacturing, Inc. stands behind our products, and we will be here if you need us.

These incubators are intended for professional, industrial, or educational use as BOD incubators. These units are not designed for use in hazardous or household locations.

Before using the incubator read this manual in its entirety to understand how to install, operate, and maintain the incubator in a safe manner. Keep this manual available for use by all incubator operators. Ensure that all operators are given appropriate training before the incubator begins service.

Note: This unit is not designed or intended for the growth, cultivation, incubation, or storage of fruit

flies (Drosophila melanogaster). Improper use of this unit, including use with fruit flies, will

void any warranty. Other model types are specifically manufactured for fruit fly applications, Consult your distributor or customer service representative to identify a model suitable for your application.

GENERAL SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS

Note: Failure to follow the guidelines and instructions in this manual may create a protection

impairment by disabling or interfering with the unit safety features. This can result in injury or death.

Your incubator and its recommended accessories are designed and tested to meet strict safety requirements. Only use this equipment for its intended application. Any alterations or modifications void the warranty.

For continued safe operation of your unit, always follow basic safety precautions including:

 Always plug the unit power cord into a protective earth grounded electrical receptacle

(outlet) that conforms to national and local electrical codes. If the unit is not grounded properly, parts such as knobs and controls can conduct electricity and cause serious injury.

 Avoid damaging the power cord. Do not bend it excessively, step on it, or place heavy

objects on it. A damaged cord can be a shock or fire hazard. Never use a power cord if it is damaged.

 Always position the unit so that end-users can quickly unplug it in the event of an

emergency.

 Do not attempt to move the unit while in operation or before the unit has cooled.  Use only approved accessories. Do not modify system components. Any alterations or

modifications to your unit can be dangerous and void your warranty.

 Follow all local ordinances in your area regarding the use of this unit. If you have any

questions about local requirements, please contact the appropriate agencies.

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INTRODUCTION (CONTINUED)

ENGINEERING IMPROVEMENTS

Sheldon Manufacturing continually improves all of its products. As a result, engineering changes and improvements are made from time to time. Therefore, some changes, modifications, and improvements may not be covered in this manual. If your unit’s operating characteristics or appearance differs from those described in this manual, please contact your Shel Lab dealer or distributor for assistance.

CONTACTING ASSISTANCE

If you are unable to resolve a technical issue with your incubator, please contact Sheldon Technical Support. Phone hours for Sheldon Technical Support are 6am – 4:30pm Pacific Coast Time (west coast of the United States, UTC -8). Please have the following information ready when calling or emailing Technical Support: the model number and the serial number (see page 10).

EMAIL: tech@shellab.com PHONE: 1-800-322-4897 extension 4, or (503) 640-3000 FAX: (503) 640-1366

Sheldon Manufacturing INC. P.O. Box 627 Cornelius, OR 97113

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Model

Shelves (Med.)

Shelf Mounts

Shelf (Small)

Shelf Clips

SRI3P

-- 2 8

SRI6P

4 Standard Brackets

SRI20P

8 Standard Brackets

2 Sliding Brackets

Model

Leveling Feet

Access Port Stopper*

Side Air Duct Panels

SRI3P 4 1

SRI6P 4 1

SRI20P 4 1

RECEIVING YOUR INCUBATOR

Before leaving the factory, all incubators are packaged in high-quality shipping materials to provide protection from transportation-related damage. When a unit leaves the factory, safe delivery becomes the responsibility of the carrier. Damage sustained during transit is not covered by the warranty.

This makes it important that you inspect your incubator for concealed loss or damage to its interior and exterior when receiving it. If you find any damage to the unit, follow the carrier’s procedure for claiming damage or loss. The orientation photos found on the following pages may serves as a useful visual guide for inspections.

INSPECTING THE SHIPMENT

Carefully inspect the shipping carton for damage. Report any damage to the carrier service that delivered the incubator. If the carton is not damaged, open the carton and remove the contents. The unit should come with an Installation and Operation Manual, warranty card, and a Certificate of Compliance.

Verify that the correct number of the following accessories are present:

*The stopper should come installed in the access port, inside the unit incubation chamber. The unit also comes with an 115V, 15 Amp, 8 feet (2.5m), NEMA 5-15P power supply cord. Carefully check all packaging before discarding. Save the shipping carton until you are sure

everything works properly.

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Control Panel

Temperature Sensor Probes

Peltier Thermoelectric Heater – Chiller Housing

Access Port

Chamber Power Outlet

Drain Port TEC Housing

Sliding Shelf Mount

Shelf Standard Rail

Door Gasket

Incubation Chamber Door

Figure 1: SRI20P

Back of Unit

Power Cord Inlet with Fuse

Data Plate

RECEIVING YOUR INCUBATOR (CONTINUED)

ORIENTATION PHOTOS

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Control Panel

Peltier Thermoelectric Heater – Chiller Housing

Drain Port TEC Housing

Temperature Sensor Probes

Chamber Power Outlet

Incubation Chamber Door

Door Gasket

Access Port

Figure 2: SRI6P

Back of Unit

Power Cord Inlet with Fuse

Data Plate

RECEIVING YOUR INCUBATOR (CONTINUED)

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Control Panel

Door Gasket

Drain Port TEC Housing

Peltier Thermoelectric Heater – Chiller Housing

Temperature Sensor Probes

Access Port

Shelf Standard Rail

Incubation Chamber Door

Chamber Power Outlet

Figure 3: SRI3P

Back of Unit

Power Cord Inlet with Fuse

Data Plate

RECEIVING YOUR INCUBATOR (CONTINUED)

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Model Number

Serial Number

Figure 4: Data Plate

RECEIVING YOUR INCUBATOR (CONTINUED)

RECORDING DATA PLATE INFORMATION

The data plate contains the incubator model number and serial number. Record this information for future reference.

On the SRI6P and SRI20P the data plate is located on the back of the unit, on the top right side. On the SRI3P the data plate is on the right side of the unit, at the top next to the power cord inlet.

Date Plate Information

REFERENCE SENSOR DEVICE

A reference device must be purchased separately for performing temperature display accuracy verifications and calibrations.

The reference device must be accurate to at least 0.1°C. The device should be regularly calibrated, preferably by a third party. For best results, use a digital device with a wired-connected temperature sensing probe that can be placed in the incubation chamber through the access port, or through the chamber door space, with the door closed over the probe wire. For example: a wire thermocouple probe.

Reference readings that avoid chamber door openings eliminate significant wait periods required for the chamber temperature to re-stabilize each time the chamber is disturbed.

Alcohol thermometers do not have sufficient accuracy for conducting accurate temperature verifications and calibrations. Do not use a mercury thermometer. Never place a mercury

thermometer in the incubation chamber.

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RECEIVING YOUR INCUBATOR (CONTINUED)

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INSTALLATION

This incubator is intended for use indoors, at room temperatures between 15C and 30C (59F and 86F), at no greater than 80% Relative Humidity at 25C (77F). Allow a minimum of 4 inches (10cm) between the incubator and walls or partitions and 2 inches (5cm) of clearance

above the top of the incubator for unobstructed airflow. Position the unit so the end-user has access to the power plug.

Operating the unit outside these conditions may adversely affect its temperature range and stability. For conditions outside of those listed above, please contact your distributor to explore other unit options suited to your laboratory or production environment.

LOCATION

When selecting a location to install the incubator, consider all environmental conditions that can affect the effective temperature range, uniformity, and stability of the unit. For example:

 Ovens, autoclaves, and any device that produces significant radiant heat  Heating and cooling ducts, or other sources of fast moving air currents  High-traffic areas  Direct sunlight

POWER SOURCE REQUIREMENTS

When selecting a location for the unit, verify that each of the following requirements are satisfied:

 Wall power sources must match the voltage and ampere requirements listed on the unit

data plate. These units are intended for 100 – 120 VAC 50/60 Hz applications at the following amperages: SRI20P 5.5 Amps; SRI6P 4 Amps; SRI3P 4 Amps.

 Supplied voltage must not vary more than 10% from the data plate rating. Damage to

the unit may result if supplied voltage varies more than 10%.

 The wall power source must conform to all national and local electrical codes.  Wall power sources must be protective earth grounded. Use a separate circuit to prevent

loss of product due to overloading or circuit failure.

 Each SRIP is provided with a 250V, T6.3A, 5X20MM fuse located in the power cord inlet on

the back of the incubator.

 The unit must be positioned so that all end-users can quickly unplug the power cord in the

event of an emergency.

 The unit comes provided with a 125 volt, 15Amp, 9ft 5 in (2.86m) NEMA 5-15P power cord.

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Figure 5: Leveling Feet and Port Stopper

INSTALLATION (CONTINUED)

LIFTING AND HANDLING

An SRIP Incubator should only be lifted by its bottom surfaces using proper heavy lifting machinery such as, a forklift or pallet jack. Handles and knobs are inadequate for lifting or stabilization. The unit should be completely restrained from tipping during lifting. Transporting the unit while lifted is not recommended and may be hazardous. Remove all moving parts, such as shelves and trays, and secure the door in the closed position prior to lifting the unit.

Do not attempt to move the unit while in operation or before the unit has cooled.

LEVELING

The SRIP Incubator must be level and stable for safe operation. Each incubator ships with four leveling feet. Insert one leveling foot into each of the four holes in the bottom corners of the unit. Adjust the foot at each corner until the unit stands level and solid without rocking. To raise a foot, turn it in a counterclockwise direction; to lower a foot, turn it in a clockwise direction.

To prevent damage to the feet while in transport, turn all the feet to the maximum counterclockwise position prior to transport.

ACCESS PORT STOPPER

Each SRIP incubator is provided with an access port located in the back wall of the incubation chamber. The incubator is shipped with one rubber access port stopper installed in the port, inside the chamber. The stopper should always be installed inside the chamber to obtain the best temperature uniformity and prevent condensation from forming inside the port. A second stopper may be installed on the outside of the unit to prevent dust from building up in the port, but is not required.

Wires for thermocouples and other sensor probes may be introduced into the chamber through the access port. The stopper may be put in place over the wires.

The port stopper must be in place during operation for the incubation chamber to achieve its specified temperature stability and uniformity levels.

INSTALL INCUBATOR IN LOCATION

Install the unit in a workspace location that meets the criteria discussed in the previous entries of the Installation section.

DEIONIZED AND DISTILLED WATER

Do not use deionized water to clean the incubator. Use of deionized water may corrode metal surfaces and voids the warranty. Sheldon Manufacturing recommends the use of distilled water in the resistance range of 50K Ohm/cm to 1M Ohm/cm, or a conductivity range of 20.0 uS/cm to 1.0 uS/cm, for cleaning applications.

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