INCU-SHAKE Compact Stackable shaking Incubator Manual V2023.1
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8. MAINTAINING THE UNIT
Your SciQuip incubator is nicely designed to minimize performance problems. However,
regular maintenance is very important for continuous trouble free operation.
Other than regular cleaning, a full set of maintenance checks should be conducted on a
regular basis,
Wear personal safety kits, e.g. safety gloves, safety goggles, safety shoes, etc when the
maintenance is performed.
Any work of the electrical system must be only carried out by qualified electricians.
Enough spaces must be provided before performing the works.
Follow internal safety regulations.
8.1 Recommended Daily Maintenance Checks
⚫ Check the internal lighting, change the light bulb if necessary.
⚫ Check the Temperature, Speed displays versus set-points.
⚫ Check for and correct any alarm condition.
⚫ Check the lighting panel, report for replacement if necessary (Lighting System Option)
8.2 Recommended Annual Maintenance Checks
⚫ Perform a complete calibration of the temperature, speed systems.
⚫ Replace the UV light bulb.
⚫ A full validation is recommended for GMP facilities each time a unit is installed, moved or
undergoes significant repair.
8.3 Recommended as Required
⚫ Disinfect all interior surfaces with a general purpose laboratory cleaning agent.
⚫ Clean / replacing Sticky Mats
⚫ Clean the cooling condenser.
8.4 Replacing the Fuse
⚫ Before changing the fuse, main power must be disconnected.
⚫ Two spare fuses are provided with this unit in an accessory pouch.
⚫ The fuse case is located right next to the power plug socket on the right hand side of the
unit.
⚫ Unscrew the case cap to remove the faulty fuse.
⚫ Insert the new fuse and screw on the case cap.