Stuart SI500 - Instructions for Use

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SHAKING INCUBATORS
SI500, SI600 and SI600C
Instructions for use
1. Introduction
Thank you for purchasing this piece of Stuart
equipment. To get the best performance from
this equipment please read these instructions
carefully before use. Before discarding the
packaging check that all parts are present and
correct.
Item number Description
HH179(S) UK mains lead with plug
HH180(S) EU mains lead with plug
SI500-MAN Instruction manual
I/FCALUSB USB cable
RSSL1 or SI600/1 Securing bars (4)
7001096 Guarantee card
SI600-214 Foot brackets (2) and
screws (4) for SI600 and
SI600C
SI600C only:
SI600C-232 Washer (2)
SI600C-233 90° connectors (2)
SI600C-240 Condensate tubing (2)
SI600C-241 Coolant tubing (2)
SBS4074 Jubilee clip (1)
700198 Jubilee clips (4)
For your own safety and that of others
please read and understand the safety
advice given below before using the
equipment.
2. Safety advice before use
If the equipment is not used in the manner
described in this manual and with
accessories other than those recommended
by Cole-Parmer, the protection provided
might be impaired.
This equipment is designed to operate under the
following conditions:
❖ For indoor use only
❖ Use in a well ventilated area
❖ Ambient temperature range +5ºC to +40ºC
❖ Altitude to 2000m
❖ Relative humidity not exceeding 80%
❖ Mains supply fluctuation not exceeding 10%
❖ Over-voltage category II IEC60364-4-443
❖ Pollution degree 2
Operational warnings and conditions:
CAUTION: HEAVY OBJECT. DO NOT
ATTEMPT TO LIFT OR CARRY THE UNIT
ALONE.
❖ Use with a minimum distance all around of
200mm (100mm at the rear) from walls or
other items.
❖ Not to be used to heat or mix materials which
could result in liberation of gases, or cause
explosions or implosions.
❖ Not to be used or placed in areas known to
be hazardous.
❖ Never move or carry the unit when in use or
connected to the mains electricity supply.
❖ When lifting or moving the unit, always lift
from the base.
❖ Do not use in a hazardous atmosphere or
with hazardous materials.
❖ Ensure that the load is balanced.
❖ Do not attempt to stop movement by hand.
❖ Do not lean on the open door of the SI600 or
SI600C as this could cause the unit to tilt,
particularly when the platform is extended.
Furthermore, do not leave the incubator
unattended with the door open.
❖ Fitting of feet brackets to the SI600 and
SI600C is required prior to use (see 4.4).
❖ In the case of mains interruption, the unit will
not restart on restoration of the electricity
supply. In the case of mechanical interruption,
(e.g. motor stall), the unit will continue
operating on removal of interruption.
❖ Mechanical energy can lead to breakage of
glass vessels. Use with care.
USE CAUTION WHEN REMOVING
VESSELS FROM THE INCUBATOR AS
PARTS MAY BE HOT.