RS Mini Galaxy E 050-600 User manual

CO
2
Incubator
Model No: 050-600
User Manual

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Issue E, January 2009
Contents
ContentsContents
Contents
Section Page No
1. Product Description 2
2. Guidance Notes and Routine Checks 3
3. Installation 4
4. Setting the Hu idity Conditions 7
5. Control Panel Description 8
6. Progra ing Te perature, CO2 & Auto Zeroing 9
7. Progra ing the Alar Syste 10
8. The Alar Syste 11
9. Syste Alar s 13
10. Cleaning and Disinfecting 14
11. Technical Specification 15
12. Ordering Infor ation 16
13. Accessories 18
If this incubator is fitted with Model Options, User Instructions and infor ation is located at the back,
after Ordering Infor ation.

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Section 1
Section 1Section 1
Section 1
Product Description
The MiniGala y E CO
2
Incubator is designed to ensure accurate and reliable operation. The unit
incorporates a touch sensitive keypad and two, 3 digit L. E. D. displays which allows easy setting and
onitoring of the cha ber condition.
The icroprocessor control syste ensures a rapid, controlled return to opti u cha ber conditions
after a door opening whilst also preventing any overshoot.
A ther al heating ele ent co pletely surrounds the incubator providing an even te perature within
the cha ber. The independently heated outer door is designed to ensure an even distribution of heat
thereby eli inating condensation on the inner door.
Incorporated into the unit is an over te perature safety syste . This operates independently of the
ain control syste .
A purpose designed hu idity control syste allows a high unifor relative hu idity and prevents
undesirable condensation in other parts of the cha ber. The anual control syste allows li ited
adjust ent over an approxi ate range of 95 – 97% r/h.
A solid state infra red sensor is used to control the level of CO
2
giving excellent reliability and is
unaffected by hu idity. The CO
2
syste has a se i-auto atic zero function which provides a si ple
process for the user to follow to aintain the correct CO
2
level within the cha ber.
There is a two level alar syste . The cha ber onitoring alar is progra able and will alert you
if te perature or CO
2
have not recovered within a preset ti e after the door has been opened. If not
required, this syste can be disar ed. Syste alar s occur only if a fault has developed which
requires user intervention to rectify.
Air circulation is achieved without the use of a fan eli inating this potential source of conta ination
and reducing s all sa ple evaporation within the cha ber.
The 50 litre cha ber and all internal co ponents are anufactured fro polished stainless steel.
The shelf rack syste is designed for co plete re oval and easy access to the s ooth interior for
quick and thorough cleaning.
The outer shell of the incubator is anufactured fro zinc plated stove ena elled steel to give a
durable corrosion resistant finish.
The outer door and top cover are vacuu for ed fro ABS plastic and they provide a high level of
insulation. The keypad and display are incorporated into the top cover per itting axi u usable
cha ber volu e.

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Section 2
Section 2Section 2
Section 2
Guidance Notes and Routine Checks
2.1 To ensure that cha ber conditions re ain as stable as possible always ini ize the length
of ti e that the inner door is open. The agnetic door catch is specifically designed to ake door
opening and closing as easy as possible. When opening the inner door, wipe off any s all drops of
condensate that ay have for ed on the inner seal. This will avoid a build up of condensation.
2.2 For cell culture work – we reco end the use of copper sulphate (or recognised biocide) in
the hu idity tray. Tests have shown that as well as inhibiting bacterial growth in the tray this
can reduce conta ination on the cha ber walls (one s all teaspoonful copper sulphate
reco ended).
2.3 For IVF and other sensitive work – we do not reco end the use of any biocide in the
hu idity tray. To reduce the possibility of conta ination, the hu idity tray water should be
changed and the hu idity tray cleaned with 70% Alcohol / 30% distilled water solution every
10 – 14 days. To re ove / replace the hu idity tray: - turn the tray through 45° and re ove
for refilling. To replace the hu idity tray, carefully turn through 45° and pass the tray through
the front of the shelf racks.
2.4 Daily
2.4.1 Check that the te perature and CO
2
levels are reading within specification.
2.4.2 Check the reserve pressure in the CO
2
cylinder (nor ally 50 bar when full). The design of
the incubator ensures very low consu ption of CO
2
and during nor al working conditions a type K
cylinder should last approxi ately 12 onths. If there is a significant drop at the cylinder 50 bar
pressure, it eans that the cylinder is al ost e pty and should be replaced, ensuring that there are
no leaks at any of the joints.
2.5 Monthly
2.5.1 If not changing the hu idity tray water / cleaning hu idity tray regularly - top up the hu idity
tray (to a axi u volu e of 0.5 litres). The use of war water (approx. 37.0°C) will ensure a rapid
return to opti u cha ber conditions. After topping-up, check that the hu idity tray is central
between the racks and pushed back against the stops.

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Section 3
Section 3Section 3
Section 3
Installation
3.1 Unpack the incubator by lifting it fro the delivery pallet ensuring it is supported by the base.
At least two people are required for safe lifting. In the unlikely event of any transit da age this
ust be reported within 7 days.
3.2 The following ite s are supplied with your new incubator:-
3 Non-tip shelves (securely packed separately)
2 shelving racks (securely packed separately)
18 Silicone Rubber Suction Feet. Supplied packed in accessory bag
1 Hu idity tray (securely packed separately)
1 Mains power cord supplied packed in accessory bag
3 of PVC 6 bore plastic tubing supplied in accessory bag
1 CO
2
HEPA-vent filter (connected to PVC tube in accessory bag)
2 Hose clips supplied packed in accessory bag
4 Adjustable feet (To ensure adequate airflow for correct operation of the relative hu idity
control syste the incubator feet must be fitted. Feet are supplied fitted to the unit.
4 Anti-slip pads for the adjustable feet
1 Black sensor cover (in situ)
If required, further shelves can be purchased up to a axi u of 6. The hu idity tray has a fixed
position at the lowest shelf rack position. The hu idity tray should always be left in place even if the
incubator is not hu idified.
3.3 In order to use the incubator you will require:-
a) A 220/240V 50 Hz or 100/120V 50/60 Hz earthed electrical supply - ini u
capacity 3 a ps (5 a ps High Te perature Deconta ination Models).
Or
A 100/120V 50/60 Hz earthed electrical supply - ini u capacity 6 a ps (8
a ps High Te perature Deconta ination Models).
b) CO
2
gas cylinder (100% CO
2
vapour withdrawal) together with a two
stage regulator for pressure control to 0.35 BAR. (5lbf / in
2
).
c) Copper Sulphate or other biocide for the hu idity reservoir (optional).
3.4 The incubator is designed to operate at a cha ber te perature of 4.0°C above a bient and
at an absolute ini u a bient te perature of 15°C if being used at 37°C. Therefore care
should be taken to avoid placing the incubator in draughts, direct sunlight or near a radiator.