Thermoline Scientific Equipment TI-150F, TI-250F, TI-350F, TI-250G, TI-150G Operating Instructions Manual

Thermoline Scientific Equipment Pty. Ltd.

T/A Thermoline Scientific ABN 80 000 859 129

10-12 Ross Place. Wetherill Park. N.S.W. 2164. Australia.

P.O. Box 6862, Wetherill Park Delivery Centre, N.S.W. 1851. Australia.

Phone: [phone]. International: 61 2 9604 3911.

Fax [phone]. International: 61 2 9725 1706.

Email: [e-mail] Web: www.thermoline.com.au

LABORATORY INCUBATORS

MODELS INCLUDE:

TI-150F TI-150G
TI-250F TI-250G

TI-350F
TI-500F

WITH EUROTHERM 3216 CONTROL

& MSP MULTI SET POINT

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SAFETY INFORMATION

2

ALERT BOXES

2

INTRODUCTION

3

THE MANUAL

3

UNPACKING

3

LOCATION

3

INTENDED USE

3

FUNCTION

4

PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION

4

PERFORMANCE

4

C-TICK

5

INSTALLATION

5

MAINTENANCE

5

TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE

5

EXPLANATION OF CONTROLS

6

MAIN SWITCH

6

CONTROLS

6

ELECTRICAL

7

OVER TEMPERATURE INDICATION

7

OPERATING THE EQUIPMENT

7

OPERATING GUIDELINES FOR 3216
TIMER/PROGRAMMER

8
CHANGING SET TEMPERATURE

8

OPERATING THE 3216 PROGRAMMER

9 TO 12

CALIBRATION

13 & 14

WARRANTY POLICY

15

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

This manual contains operating and safety information. The operator must read and
understand the contents of this manual prior to using this equipment. Incorrect
operation may cause harm or damage the severity is classified by the following Alert
Boxes. Ensure that this manual is saved for future reference:

Warning alerts apply when there

is a Possibility of personal injury.

Caution alerts apply when there
is a Possibility of damage to the
Equipment .

To maintain safe operation of this equipment be aware of the ALERT BOXES
located throughout these operating instructions.

CONTENTS

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INTRODUCTION

Thank you for selecting this product from the large range of products manufactured in
Australia by Thermoline Scientific.

The materials incorporated in this design have been carefully selected for their
durability, technical performance, and practicability, the resultant product is one we
are proud of.

THE MANUAL

Please familiarise yourself with the information contained in this manual before using
the equipment.

Ensure that the manual is kept safe but accessible for current and future operators to
refer to.

UNPACKING

Remove the equipment from the packing material, check that it is complete.
Assemble the components and inspect for damage.

Retain the packaging materials until the equipment has been thoroughly tested.
Notify the detail of any damage without delay to your supplier, or Thermoline

Scientific.

LOCATION

Place the equipment in a well-ventilated area on a firm surface. Confirm that the
power supply is suitable for this equipment. Refer to the equipment rating plate for
details. To control temperature effectively, the equipment should be located in a
stable ambient.

WARNING: Ensure that the electrical
outlet is earthed and is of the correct
voltage and is capable of carrying the
stated current load.

INTENDED USE

This equipment is used to provide a mild temperature controlled environment for use
in microbiology, immunology, culture departments, stability storage of veterinary
samples, education and many more.

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CAUTION: The range of equipment
described here are not to be used in
conjunction with large quantities of
water. The introduction of water and the
resultant vapour could result in
premature component failure.

WARNING: Do not use flammable
solvents or combustible materials as fire
or explosion may occur. This equipment
uses components which may be a
source of ignition.

FUNCTION

To provide an accurate controlled temperature between ambient +5C to +60C.

PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION

The range of Laboratory Incubators are ideally suited for laboratory bench top
applications or floor.
The incubator body is insulated to minimise heat loss. The outer door which is also
insulated closes on a magnetic gasket.

An Inner Clear Door for viewing products under evaluation whilst not disturbing the
conditions, is standard in each model.

Removable chrome plated open wire shelves are supplied with additional shelf
spacing.

The desired operating temperature is set at the temperature controller. A signal from
the temperature sensor located inside at the stainless steel liner wall is monitored at
the controller. The resultant calculated pulsed output is directed to a solid state relay
which switches power to the heating elements which are bonded to the exterior of the
liner.
The warmed walls of the incubator, gently and uniformly heat the air. The amount of
energy is determined by the sensor.

Air movement is either gravity ‘G’ convection, Models: TI-150G and TI-250G or Fan
‘F’ Forced, Models: TI-150F, TI-250F, TI-350F and TI-500F.

PERFORMANCE

The operating range for this equipment is ambient +5C to +60C with a control
accuracy of  0.1C.

MAXIMUM TEMPERATURE

For this product is 60C.

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C-TICK

The equipment referred to here complies with requirement of AS/NZS 1044:1995
electromagnetic interference (EMI).

INSTALLATION (Refer to Unpacking Page 2)

Place the equipment in a well-ventilated area, on a firm level surface and ensure that
a suitable power supply is available. Allow sufficient room for the door to open fully.

WARNING: Ensure that the electrical
outlet is earthed and is of the correct
voltage and is capable of carrying the
equipment stated current load (AMPS).

The models TI-150 (Gravity) or (Fan Forced) are suitable for bench top use, where
as models TI-250G and F, TI-350F and TI-500F are better suited for floor standing
due to their height and weight.

CAUTION:

THE STANDARD Range of incubators
are not suitable for stacking.

MAINTENANCE

The Thermoline range of laboratory incubators require no routine maintenance other
than normal levels of cleanliness.

The external surface powder coated steel and the inner surface stainless steel may
be wiped clean using a damp, soft cloth.

CARING FOR STAINLESS STEEL

Stainless steel is under most conditions extremely resistant to corrosion. This is in
part due to the addition of chromium and nickel to the steel and the formation of a
durable chromium oxide at the surface during the manufacturing process. There are
several chemicals which will attack the surface of stainless steel, plus the lack of
oxygen at the surface will cause rusting, corrosion and pitting. Note: Deionised water
is particularly corrosive, to minimise, maintain a Neutral pH (7-9).
Always have in place a program of regular cleaning using a soft damp cloth with a
mild solution of soap and water and allow to dry.

TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE

If you require additional operational or technical information regarding this equipment
please contact:

Thermoline Scientific
Customer Service Division
Telephone: [phone]
Facsimile: 61 2 9725 1706
Email: [e-mail]

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