FLY INCUBATORS 100 - 120 Voltage Installation and Operation Manual SRI6PF, SRI20PF Previously designated as LI6P-FLY, LI20P-FLY
Sheldon Fly Refrigerated Incubators 100 - 120 Voltage Peltier Installation and Operation Manual Part Number (Manual): 4861674-1 Revision: March 12, 2014 Pictured on Cover: SRI6PF Left, SRI20PF Right These units are TÜV CUE listed as incubators and radiant warmers for professional, industrial, or educational use where the preparation or testing of materials is done at approximately atmospheric pressure and no flammable, volatile, or combustible materials are being heated.
TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION........................................................................................................................................... 4 General Safety Considerations ................................................................................................................. 4 Engineering Improvements ....................................................................................................................... 5 Contacting Assistance .........................
INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing a Sheldon Refrigerated Peltier Fly Incubator. We know that in today’s competitive marketplace, customers have many choices when it comes to constant temperature equipment. We appreciate you choosing ours. Our continued reputation as a leading laboratory product manufacturer rests with your satisfaction. Sheldon Manufacturing, Inc. stands behind our products, and we will be here if you need us.
INTRODUCTION (CONTINUED) ENGINEERING IMPROVEMENTS Sheldon Manufacturing continually improves all of its products. As a result, engineering changes and improvements are made from time to time. Therefore, some changes, modifications, and improvements may not be covered in this manual. If your unit’s operating characteristics or appearance differs from those described in this manual, please contact your Shel Lab dealer or distributor for assistance.
RECEIVING YOUR INCUBATOR Before leaving the factory, all incubators are packaged in high-quality shipping materials to provide protection from transportation-related damage. When an incubator leaves the factory, safe delivery becomes the responsibility of the carrier. Damage sustained during transit is not covered by the warranty. When you receive your incubator, inspect it for concealed loss or damage to its interior and exterior.
RECEIVING (CONTINUED) RECORDING DATA PLATE INFORMATION Locate the data plate on the back of the incubator at the top right. The data plate contains the incubator model number and serial number. Enter this information below for future reference. Date Plate Information Model Number Serial Number CONTACTING ASSISTANCE If you are unable to resolve a technical issue your incubator, please contact Sheldon Technical Support.
GRAPHIC SYMBOLS The incubator is provided with graphic symbols on its interior and exterior surfaces. The symbols identify hazards and the functions of the adjustable components, as well as important notes in the user manual. Symbol Definition Indicates that you should consult your service manual for further instructions. Indique que l'opérateur doit consulter le manuel d'utilisation pour y trouver les instructions complémentaires.
INSTALLATION This incubator is intended for use indoors, at room temperatures between 15C and 30C (59F and 86F), at no greater than 80% Relative Humidity at 25C (77F). Allow a minimum of 4 inches (10cm) between the incubator and walls or partitions and 2 inches (5cm) of clearance above the top of the incubator for unobstructed airflow. Operating the unit outside of these conditions may adversely affect the temperature range and stability.
INSTALLATION (CONTINUED) INSTALL SIDE AIR DUCTS SRI20PF Two (2) side air ducts are packed with the accessories of the SRI20PF. Install the air ducts from the corner top and bottom hooks into the provided slots on the sides of the chamber. The SRI6PF incubator does not use side ducts. Figure 1: SRI20PF Air Duct Panel Note: The air duct panels play an important role maintaining even heat distribution inside the SRI20PF’s incubation chamber.
INSTALLATION (CONTINUED) SHELVING INSTALLATION SRI6PF and SRI20PF Standard Shelving Installation Perform the following steps to install the SRI6PF and SRI20PF incubator standard shelves: Figure 2: Standard Shelf Mounting Bracket Installation 1. Laterally insert the mounting bracket’s 2 pairs of twin tabs (front and back) into the slots on the sides of the incubator chamber. 2. Slide the bracket down so that the tabs are securely seated in the mounting slots. 3.
INSTALLATION (CONTINUED) SRI6PF and SRI20PF Sliding Shelf Installation Note: The SRI6PF does not come with a sliding shelf. Sliding shelves for the SRI6PF must be purchased separately. Figure 5: Sliding Shelf Mounting Bracket Installation Figure 6: Sliding Shelf Mounting Bracket Installation 1. Laterally insert the sliding mounting bracket’s 2 pairs of twin tabs (front and back) into the slots on the sides of the incubator chamber. See Figure 5. 2.
INSTALLATION (CONTINUED) 4. Repeat the process on the opposite side of the chamber with the second sliding mounting bracket. 5. Hang 1 shelf from the 2 installed sliding mounting brackets. POWER SOURCE Always position the unit so the end-user has access to the power plug. Check the data plate for voltage and ampere requirements before making a connection. If the requirements match your power source, plug the power cord into an earth grounded outlet.
CONTROL PANEL OVERVIEW Figure 9: SRI6PF and SRI20PF Control Panel Main Display The main display consists of 4 operational elements. These are: The Time Display, time mode indicator lights, the Temperature Display, and temperature mode indicator lights. The functions of these indicators vary depending on the incubator’s current mode of operation, such as temperature calibration or when setting the Current Time.
CONTROL PANEL (CONTINUED) Main Temperature and Timer Control The control consists of an UP/DOWN arrow pad. It is used to enter temperature set points when in set point mode. In the calibration mode it is used to enter offsets. It is also used to adjust the current time. Enter Button The ENTER button is used to enter time values for cycle start points and the current time, and to scroll through the time setup menu. Mode Button This button is used to enter the time setup menu.
OPERATION THEORY OF OPERATION Each SRIPF incubator uses a Peltier thermoelectric cooling-and-heating device and an air circulating fan in conjunction with a Proportional-Integrative-Derivative feedback temperature controller board to achieve precise control over temperature levels within the incubator chamber. The temperature sensor located in the air stream senses temperature deviations from the set point.
OPERATION (CONTINUED) SETTING UP THE INCUBATOR Perform the following steps each time the incubator is installed in a new location: 1. Verify that the power supply and incubator data plate match. 2. Check that the fuses are installed in the power inlet of the incubator and the fuse holder next to the inlet. 3. Turn the Set Over Temperature Limit control dial to its maximum position clockwise. This is to prevent the OTL from accidently interfering with the control setup and calibration processes. 4.
OPERATION (CONTINUED) Figure 10: Details of the SRI6PF and SRI20PF Controls and Displays SET THE CURRENT TIME 1. To change the clock to your current local time, press and release the Mode button. 2. The Current Time LED will stay lit, the Temperature Display will go out, and the Time Display will begin flashing, displaying an adjustable time setting. 3. It will not matter if the Day or Night Temp LED’s are illuminated. Neither will affect setting the clock. 4.
OPERATION (CONTINUED) SET THE NIGHT PHASE START POINT 1. The Temperature Display will remain dark. The Day Time indicator LED will extinguish, and the Night Time indicator will illuminate. 2. The Time Display will continue to flash, now displaying an adjustable Night Time phase start point. 3. Use the UP and DOWN arrows to set the Night Time start point, when the unit will automatically transition from day time temperature and lighting to the night time temperature and no lighting in the incubator chamber.
OPERATION (CONTINUED) SET THE NIGHT TIME PHASE TEMPERATURE SET POINT 1. Select the Night Temp Mode by pressing and holding the Mode button for 5 seconds. The Day Temp light should go out, and the Night Temp light should turn on. 2. To set the Night Time Temp set point press, and release the UP or DOWN arrow once. The Time Display will turn off, the current time LED will extinguish. The letters SP will briefly flash in the Temperature Display.
OPERATION (CONTINUED) CALIBRATE THE TEMPERATURE DISPLAY Allow the incubator at least 24 hours to stabilize at its operational set point before performing a calibration. Always use a certified temperature sensing reference device that is regularly calibrated to 0.1°C by a third party to conduct temperature verifications or calibrations. For best results use a remote sensing device. Part 1: Calibrate the Day Time Temperature 1.
OPERATION (CONTINUED) Part 2: Calibrate the Night Time Temperature Note: The SRI6PF and SRI20PF must be calibrated to separate Day Time temperature and Night Time temperature set points. In the Day Time heating and lighting mode, the LED interior lights give off heat. As a result Day and Night calibration offsets will differ. 1. Change the unit to its Night Time mode by pressing and holding the Mode button for five seconds.
OPERATION (CONTINUED) SET THE OVER TEMPERATURE LIMIT CONTROL Perform the following steps to set up the Over Temperature Limit system for use after calibrating the unit. 1. If you have not done so already, turn the Set Over Temperature Limit control dial clockwise to the maximum position. This allows the Set Temperature control to stabilize. 2. Then turn the Over Temperature Limit control dial counterclockwise until the Over Temp Limit Activated light illuminates. 3.
OPERATION (CONTINUED) SILENCING THE DOOR AJAR ALARM If the door alarm needs to be silenced, close the door, which will reset the timer. For prolonged periods with the door open, the unit should be switched to the OFF position. If the door alarm continues to sound when the door is fully closed, the position of the black tab-like door alarm sensor, mounted on the front left side of the door frame overhang, can be adjusted using a screwdriver. Loosen the screws just enough to slide the sensor and adjust.
USER MAINTENANCE Warning: Prior to any maintenance or service on this unit, disconnect the power cord from the power supply. Avertissement: Avant d'effectuer toute maintenance ou entretien de cet appareil, débrancher le cordon secteur de la source d'alimentation. If a hazardous material/substance has spilled in the incubator immediately initiate your site’s Hazardous Material Spill Containment protocol. Contact your local Site Safety Officer and follow instructions per the site policy and procedures.
MAINTENANCE (CONTINUED) Periodically, inspect the door latch, trim, catch, and gasket for signs of deterioration. Failure to maintain the integrity of the door system shortens the life span of the incubator. Electrical components do not require maintenance. If the incubator fails to operate as specified, please contact Sheldon Technical Support for help.
UNIT SPECIFICATIONS These incubators are 100 - 120 voltage units. Please refer to each incubator’s data plate for its electrical specifications. Technical data specified applies to units with standard equipment at an ambient temperature of 25°C and a voltage fluctuation of ±10%. The temperatures specified are determined in accordance to factory standard following DIN 12880 respecting the recommended wall clearances of 10% of the height, width, and depth of the inner chamber.
UNIT SPECIFICATIONS (CONTINUED) SHELF CAPACITY BY WEIGHT Model Per Shelf Total SRI6PF 75lbs / 34kg 150lbs / 34kg SRI20PF 75lbs / 34kg 375lbs / 170kg TEMPERATURE Model Temp Range Uniformity Stability SRI6PF 15 to 40C +/-0.5 @ 20C +/-0.1C @ 20C SRI20PF 15 to 40C +/-0.5 @ 20C +/-0.1C @ 20C Amperage Frequency POWER Model Voltage SRI6PF 100 - 120VAC 4.0 Amps 50/60 Hz SRI20PF 100 – 120VAC 5.
PARTS LIST Description Part Number Gasket, Magnetic Door SRI6PF (29 inches X 26 inches) 3450743 Gasket, Magnetic Door SRI20PF (29 inches X 62 inches) 3450732 Feet, Adjustable Glide 2700506 Power Cord, USA 1800510 Shelf 6800525 Static Shelf Mount Bracket 5220942 Sliding Shelf Mounting Kit (2 Brackets) 9490560 Fuse 6.
