Thermo Forma 3980 Manuel utilisateur
Millcreek Road, P.O. Box 649
Marietta, Ohio 45750
U.S.A. Telephone: (740) 373-4763
Telefax: (740) 373-4189
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Models:
3980 and 3986
Reach-In Incubator
29 cu. ft. capacity
Manual No. 7033980 Rev. 9
Read this Instruction Manual!
Failure to read, understand and follow the instructions in this manual may result in
damage to the unit, injury to operating personnel and poor equipment performance.
CAUTION!! All internal adjustments
and maintenance must be performed
by qualified service personnel.
Refer to the serial tag on the
rear cover of this manual
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product it describes are subject to change without notice. Thermo Forma makes no
representations or warranties with respect to this manual. In no event shall Thermo Forma
be held liable for any damages, direct or incidental, arising out of or related to the use of
this manual.
MANUAL NO. 7033980
9 IN-2858 3/13/01 Revised control panel and revised electrical schematics aks
8 19617 12/19/00 New door – updated electrical schematics ccs
7 19187/IN-2816 7/24/00 Added line cord standard ccs
6 18153/IN2816
19207/IN-2827
6/28/00 Updated electrical specs and schematics (ratings) ccs
5 18972/IN-2791
18948/IN-2787
3/6/00 Updated humidity configs, clarified dehumidify indicator operation
Updated 3980-72 & 3986-71 drawings
ccs
4 17861/IN-2439 8/4/99 Updated electrical schematics for CSA ccp
3 18192 4/20/99 Updated Figure 5-1 wiring per G. Smith ccp
REV ECN DATE DESCRIPTION BY
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General Safety Notes used in this Manual
Important operating and/or maintenance instructions. Read the accompanying text carefully.
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et/ou d’entretien. Il peut être utilisé seul ou avec d’autres symboles de sécurité. Lire attentivement
le texte d’accompagnement.
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Potential electrical hazards. Only qualified persons should perform procedures associated with
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personnes qualifiées doivent appliquer les instructions et les procédures associées à ce symbole.
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diesem Symbol bezeichnet sind.
Equipment being maintained or serviced must be turned off and locked off to prevent possible
injury.
Risques potentiels liés à l’énergie. L’équipement en entretien ou en maintenance doit être éteint
et mis sous clé pour éviter des blessures possibles.
Geräte, an denen Wartungs- oder Servicearbeiten durchgeführt werden, müssen abgeschaltet und
abgeschlossen werden, um Verletzungen zu vermeiden.
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Hot surface(s) present which may cause burns to unprotected skin or to materials which may be
damaged by elevated temperatures
Présence de surface(s) chaude(s) pouvant causer des brûlures sur la peau non protégée, ou sur
des matières pouvant être endommagées par des températures élevées.
Heiße Oberfläche(n) können ungeschützter Haut Verbrennungen zufügen oder Schäden an
Materialien verursachen, die nicht hitzebeständig sind.
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√Always use the proper protective equipment (clothing, gloves, goggles etc.).
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√Always dissipate extreme cold or heat and wear protective clothing.
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√Always follow good hygiene practices.
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√Each individual is responsible for his or her own safety.
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Table of Contents
Section 1 - Receiving
1.1 Preliminary Inspection..................................................................................1-1
1.2 Visible Loss or Damage................................................................................1-1
1.3 Responsibility for Shipping Damage............................................................1-1
Section 2 - Installation
2.1 Location ........................................................................................................2-1
2.2 Connecting the Water (Humidity) System....................................................2-1
2.3 Attaching the Drain Lines.............................................................................2-2
2.4 Connecting the CO2Source ..........................................................................2-2
2.5 RS-232 Interface and Remote Alarm Connection ........................................2-4
2.6 Power Connection.........................................................................................2-5
2.7 Start-Up.........................................................................................................2-5
2.8 Setting the Overtemp Safety Thermostat......................................................2-6
2.9 Setting the Undertemp Safety Thermostat....................................................2-6
2.10 Preparing the (Optional) CoBex Recorder ................................................2-7
a. Installing the Chart Recorder Battery.....................................................2-7
b. Changing the Chart Paper......................................................................2-7
c. Changing the Pen ...................................................................................2-8
d. Calibrating the Chart Recorder..............................................................2-8
2.11 Offset Calibration........................................................................................2-9
2.12 Controller Configuration.............................................................................2-12
Temperature Configuration
Humidity Configuration
Section 3 - Control Panel Operation
3.1 Main Power Switch and Indicator Light.......................................................3-1
3.2 Refrigeration Switch and Indicator Light......................................................3-1
3.3 Defrost Switch and Indicator Light...............................................................3-1
3.4 Overtemp Safety Control, Indicator Light and Audible Alarm.....................3-2
3.5 Undertemp Safety Control, Indicator Light and Audible Alarm...................3-3
3.6 Temperature/Humidity Controllers...............................................................3-3
3.7 Audible Humidity Alarm and Indicator........................................................3-5
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3.8 Dehumidify Switch and Indicator Light........................................................3-5
3.9 Humidify Switch and Indicator Light ...........................................................3-6
3.10 Setting the CO2Flowmeter.........................................................................3-6
3.11 CO2Sample Port..........................................................................................3-6
3.12 Purge Level Dial ..........................................................................................3-6
3.13 Purge Button and Indicating Light...............................................................3-7
3.14 Air Pressure Gauge ......................................................................................3-7
3.15 Recorder (Optional) .....................................................................................3-7
3.16 Air Exchange Ventilator Caps .....................................................................3-8
Section 4 - Maintenance
4.1 Cleaning the Incubator ................................................................................4-1
Section 5 - Service
5.1 Access to the Electrical Components............................................................5-1
5.2 Replacing the Overtemp and Undertemp Probe and Thermostat..................5-1
5.3 Replacing the Humidity/Temperature Sensor...............................................5-2
5.4 Replacing the Optional Recorder and Probe(s).............................................5-3
5.5 Removing the Top Section............................................................................5-4
5.6 Setting the Door Heater Control ...................................................................5-6
5.7 Replacing the Air Pump(s) ...........................................................................5-6
5.8 Cleaning and Adjusting the Humidity Steam Generator................................5-7
Section 6 - Specifications
Section 7 - Parts Lists
Section 8 - Schematics
Section 9 - Supplements and Warranty Information
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Section 1 - Receiving
1.1 Preliminary Inspection
This item was thoroughly inspected and carefully packed prior to shipment and all necessary
precautions were taken to ensure safe arrival of the merchandise at its destination. Immediately
upon receipt, before the unit is moved from the receiving area, carefully examine the shipment for
loss or damage. Unpack the shipment and inspect both interior and exterior for any in-transit
damage.
1.2 Visible Loss or Damage
If any loss or damage is discovered, note any discrepancies on the delivery receipt. Failure to
adequately describe such evidence of loss or damage may result in the carrier refusing to honor a
damage claim. Immediately call the delivering carrier and request that their representative perform
an inspection. Do not discard any of the packing material and under no circumstances move the
shipment from the receiving area.
1.3 Responsibility for Shipping Damage
For products shipped F.O.B. Marietta, Ohio, the responsibility of Thermo Forma ends when the
merchandise is loaded onto the carrier's vehicle.
On F.O.B. Destination shipments, Thermo Forma's and the carrier's responsibility ends when
your Receiving Department personnel sign a free and clear delivery receipt.
Whenever possible, Thermo Forma will assist in settling claims for loss or in-transit damage.
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Section 2 - Installation and Start-Up
2.1 Location
Locate the unit on a firm, level surface in an area of minimum ambient temperature
fluctuation. A minimum of 12 inches clearance is required at the top of the incubator
and a minimum of three inches clearance is required at the rear of the incubator to
facilitate adequate air flow around the refrigeration system.
2.2 Connecting the Water (Humidity) System
Do not attempt to operate the humidity system without filling it with
water. The humidification heater will overheat, and the overtemp
safety thermostat will shut the humidification system down.
The humidity reservoir will require approximately one quart (.946 liter) of water on the
initial filling. To ensure continuous satisfactory operation of the incubator, only distilled
water should be used in the humidity system. Purity of the distilled water used in the
incubator humidifier reservoir must be within the 50K Ohm to 1 M Ohm range to protect
and prolong the life of the stainless steel unit.
Important:
Use of tap water, or distilled water outside the specified range,
will decrease the operating life of the unit and will void warranty.
The water inlet is the 1/8" NPT connection located on the rear top left corner of the
incubator. Water inlet pressure at the unit should be from 15 to 40 PSI. A manual shut-off
valve should be installed between the main water supply and the incubator.
To prevent mineral buildup on heater coils and
humidity generator walls, it may be necessary to clean the
humidity generator and immersion heaters with a non-
metallic abrasive pad and flush thoroughly every two or three
months. Refer to Section 5.8, Cleaning and Adjusting the
Humidity Steam Generator.
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