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Hybex® Microsample Incubator — USER MANUAL Serial Number The following serial number identifies the specific instrument you have purchased and must be referenced when requesting service. A copy is affixed to the instrument. Technical Service: (408) 733-7337, techserv@scigene.com Warranty SciGene warrants that the heating unit described in this manual shall be free of defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 12 months from date of delivery.
Hybex® Microsample Incubator — USER MANUAL Table of Contents I. SAFETY NOTICES ....................................................................................................................... 3 A. Intended Use ................................................................................................................................. 3 B. Instrument Safety ......................................................................................................................... 3 C.
Hybex® Microsample Incubator — USER MANUAL I. SAFETY NOTICES A. Intended Use The Hybex Microsample Incubator is intended for the heating and incubation of laboratory samples. The instrument should only be used according to the instructions provided in this manual. If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer (SciGene), the protection provided by the equipment may be impaired. La Hybex système est destiné pour le chauffage d'échantillons biologiques.
Hybex® Microsample Incubator — USER MANUAL CAUTION: This symbol alerts you to an electrical hazard. Consult this Operator’s Manual for further information and proceed with caution. ATTENTION: Ce symbole vous avertit d'un risque électrique. Consultez ce guide de l'utilisateur pour plus d'informations et de procéder avec prudence. This symbol indicates the OFF position of the main POWER switch. Ce symbole indique la position OFF de l'interrupteur principal.
Hybex® Microsample Incubator — USER MANUAL E. Cautions Failure to comply with the following cautionary statement affixed to the product may lead to possible personal injury. Omission de se conformer à la mise en garde suivante apposée sur le produit peut entraîner des blessures possibles. This symbol located both on and in front of the lid indicates the potential presence of a Hot Surface. Use care when working in this area to avoid being burned.
Hybex® Microsample Incubator — USER MANUAL II. UNPACKING AND SET UP A. Unpacking the Heating Unit The Hybex Microsample Incubator heating base is shipped on its side within the interior carton. Remove any packing material around the unit and lift the unit out; taking care not to damage the hinged cover. Carefully inspect the heating unit for damage. If there is evidence of damage, do not discard the shipping materials since they may be needed to return the unit.
Hybex® Microsample Incubator — USER MANUAL III. USING YOUR HYBEX SYSTEM A.
Hybex® Microsample Incubator — USER MANUAL B. Handling Tube Blocks and the Waterbath Insert Tube heating blocks and the waterbath insert are placed and removed from the heating unit with the aid of two bolts (provided) that act as handles. To properly install a block or insert: 1. Thread the two bolts several turns into the block. 2. Grasp the ends of the bolts, lift the block, and then carefully lower it into the unit; guiding it over the temperature probe.
Hybex® Microsample Incubator — USER MANUAL D. Calibrating the Temperature Controller The temperature controller is calibrated at the factory to provide accurate block temperatures from 35 to 99°C. Calibration is required only if the controller displays a block temperature which differs by more than one degree (1°C) from a NIST calibrated T-type digital thermometer (sold separately, SciGene cat. #1051-52-0). Contact SciGene Customer Service (custserv@scigene.
Hybex® Microsample Incubator — USER MANUAL IV. MAINTAINING YOUR HYBEX SYSTEM A. Powering Off Turn the power switch to the OFF position and unplug the power cord before performing any service procedure. B. Cleaning the Instrument Clean outer metal surfaces and the heated lid using a soft cloth and mild, detergent-based cleaner. Avoid abrasive cleaners that can scratch surfaces. Do NOT use caustic or strongly alkaline solutions (e.g., strong soaps, ammonia, or bleach).
Hybex® Microsample Incubator — USER MANUAL V. TROUBLESHOOTING Symptom Instrument does not turn on. Cause Blown fuse(s) Controller is not responding when buttons are pressed. Controller is faulty. Solution Replace fuse(s) on back of unit, beneath power cord receptacle. Contact SciGene or your distributor to replace the controller. VI. SPECIFICATIONS Electrical Cat. #1057-30-0 Cat.
Hybex® Microsample Incubator — USER MANUAL VIII. APPENDIX A – Using and Calibrating a Watlow SD31 Controller ** For selected Hybex incubators manufactured between 2005 and 2010.** A. Using the Watlow SD31 Temperature Controller The controller has a single LED panel with four buttons. The set temperature is displayed if the SET key is pressed and held otherwise the ACTUAL block temperature is displayed. To set the block temperature: 1. Hold in the SET button to view the previous set temperature. 2.
Hybex® Microsample Incubator — USER MANUAL IX. DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Hybex Microarray and Microsample Incubation System SciGene 470F Lakeside Drive Sunnyvale, CA 94085 USA Declares that the above referenced product(s) meets the essential requirements of the following European Union Directives by using the relevant standards shown below to indicate compliance.