SSI10 SSI10-2 SSI10R SSI10R-2 Orbital Shaking Incubator Operational Manual Previously designates as: SI9 SI9-2 SI9R SI9R-2 11/2013 4861628
SHEL LB SI9/SI9R Shaking Incubator Operational Manual Table of Contents Using the Unit Safely Introduction General Safety Considerations Precautions for Your Unit Meanings of Symbols About this Manual Features of Your Unit 4 4 4 4 5 5 6 Product description Key Features 6 6 Receiving Your Unit 7 Unpacking and Inspecting Your Unit Inspection Guidelines Recording Data Plate Information Installing the Unit Installation Overview Selecting a Location for the Unit Leveling the Unit Sterilizing Your Unit
SHEL LAB SI9/SI9R Shaking Incubator Operational Manual Table of Contents (Continued) Getting Your Unit Serviced 22 Getting Assistance Obtaining Nameplate Information Returning Your Unit SHEL LAB Contact Information 22 22 22 22 Replacement Parts and Accessories 23 Replacement Parts 23 Specifications Wiring Diagram 24 25 These units are TUV CUE listed as orbital shaking incubators for professional, industrial, or educational use where the preparation or testing of materials is done at approximately
SHEL LAB SI9/SI9R Shaking Incubator Operational Manual Using the Unit Safely Introduction Thank you for choosing a SHEL LAB shaking orbital incubator. SHEL LAB sets the standard for quality and reliability. Your unit is backed by over 30 years of design and manufacturing excellence in the scientific, research, and medical equipment industries.
SHEL LAB SI9/SI9R Shaking Incubator Operational Manual Meanings of Symbols In this manual and on labels attached to the product, graphic symbols have the following meanings.
SHEL LAB SI9/SI9R Shaking Incubator Operational Manual Features of Your Unit Product description Your shaking orbital incubator provides: A Controlled environment for continuous growth of biological organisms. Vibration-free operation. A unique adjustable counterbalance system provides vibration-free operation regardless of load. Large chamber. A large nine cubic foot chamber facilitates throughput. Refrigeration.
SHEL LAB SI9/SI9R Shaking Incubator Operational Manual Receiving Your Unit Unpacking and Inspecting Your Unit Before leaving our factory, all units are packaged in high quality shipping materials designed to provide protection from transportation related damage. Once a unit leaves our factory however, safe delivery becomes the responsibility of the carrier who is liable for loss or damage to your unit. Damage sustained during transit is not covered under your unit warranty.
SHEL LAB SI9/SI9R Shaking Incubator Operational Manual Installing the Unit CAUTION THIS INCUBATOR IS VERY HEAVY. DO NOT PERFORM THESE INSTALLATION ADJUSTMENTS WITHOUT PROPER EQUIPMENT OR ADEQUATE ASSISTANCE. Installation Overview To install your unit, you need to: 1. Select a suitable operating location for the unit. 2. Level the unit. 3. Sterilize the unit. 4. Install the sample tray. 5. Plug the unit into a power source.
SHEL LAB SI9/SI9R Shaking Incubator Operational Manual Leveling the Unit The unit must sit level from side to side and from front to back. While the unit does not have to be absolutely level, each of the four feet should be in firm contact with the surface on which the incubator is to be run. Install the four leveling feet in the four holes in the bottom of the unit. When the feet are installed, you can raise or lower a corner of the unit by turning its foot clockwise or counterclockwise, respectively.
SHEL LAB SI9/SI9R Shaking Incubator Operational Manual Operating the Unit Control Panel Overview Before turning the incubator on for the first time, take a moment to familiarize yourself with its controls and features. Following is an overview of the control panel. 1. Power Switch 2. Controls all power to the unit. The switch is lit by a green light when the power is on. RPM Switch Activates and deactivates the shaker platform. 3. Timer Switch Activates and deactivates the timer. 4.
SHEL LAB SI9/SI9R Shaking Incubator Operational Manual Getting the Unit Ready for Use WARNING This equipment is NOT intended for the processing of Flammable materials. Use the following guidelines to prepare the unit for regular use. The guidelines illustrate how to use all the features of your incubator. Your laboratory protocol will determine your actual use of these features. 1. 2. 3. Turn the unit on. See below, “Turning the Unit On”.
SHEL LAB SI9/SI9R Shaking Incubator Operational Manual To verify that your unit needs calibration 1. 2. 3. 4. Be sure the temperature within the chamber has been stable at set point for twenty-four (24) hours. The best calibration results are achieved when the certified reference thermometer is placed as close as possible to your process samples. Insure that the thermometer is not touching any shelving.
SHEL LAB SI9/SI9R Shaking Incubator Operational Manual To interrupt a timed shaking process Turn the TIMER switch and the RPM switch to the OFF (O) position. Note: turning off the timer switch will cause the timer to pause while allowing the shaker to continue running. Turning off the RPM switch by itself will cause the timer to continue counting down while the shaker is stopped. CAUTION Wait for the mechanism to come to a complete stop before entering the chamber.
SHEL LAB SI9/SI9R Shaking Incubator Operational Manual Total Sample Weight Start with these weights Add weight per load: 2.5 kg (5.5 lbs.) 5 kg (11 lbs.) 7.5 kg (16.5 lbs.) 10 kg (22 lbs.) 12.5 kg (27.5 lbs.) 15 kg (33 lbs.) 17.5 kg (38.5 lbs.) 20 kg (44 lbs.) 3. 0.5”DIA. ORBIT Number of Counterweights 0.75”DIA. ORBIT 1.0”DIA. ORBIT 1.5”DIA. ORBIT 2 3 5 7 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1-2 3 4-5 6 7-8 9 10-11 12 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 3 6 9 12 15 18 21 24 Replace the wing-nuts and sample tray.
SHEL LAB SI9/SI9R Shaking Incubator Operational Manual Maintaining the Unit The only regular maintenance required for your unit is to keep it clean and free from contamination. Use the guidelines and instructions in this section to maximize the life of your incubator and help prevent contamination of your samples. WARNING Do NOT Use Flammable Cleaning Detergents. Do NOT store Flammable materials In, On or Near this equipment.
SHEL LAB SI9/SI9R Shaking Incubator Operational Manual A Typical Decontamination Procedure Following is decontamination procedure that will suit most situations. WARNING Regardless of which decontamination procedure you follow, always turn the unit off and disconnect the service cord from its power supply. Before you reattach the unit to its power supply, be sure all cleaners are evaporated and dry. To decontaminate the unit: 1. Unplug the unit from its power source. 2.
SHEL LAB SI9/SI9R Shaking Incubator Operational Manual Troubleshooting Solving Problems Should the proper function of your unit come into question, use this section to help you determine what the problem is and how to fix it. Check if your question is similar to those listed below. Then follow the guidelines found in that section: The temperature control inside the unit does not appear to be working correctly. What’s wrong? The refrigeration of my SI6R does not appear to be working correctly.
SHEL LAB SI9/SI9R Shaking Incubator Operational Manual What is the problem? The temperature indicated by the Main Temperature Control is lower than my reference thermometer. Possible Causes The temperature inside the unit has not yet stabilized after the door has been opened. The temperature inside the unit has not yet stabilized after the unit has been turned off or a power failure. Controller is calibrated too low. Over Temperature Protection (OTP) is set too low.
SHEL LAB SI9/SI9R Shaking Incubator Operational Manual page 22 What is the problem? Cannot adjust set points or calibration. Possible Causes This is a controller failure. To solve the problem... 1. 2. Turn entire unit off and then on to reset the unit. This may temporarily solve the problem, but controller may be faulty. If this does not solve the problem... Call customer service. See page 22 Power What is the problem? The unit will not turn on.
SHEL LAB SI9/SI9R Shaking Incubator Operational Manual What is the problem? Possible Causes To solve the problem... The wall fuse/circuit break blows often. Too many things may be plugged in. 1. Check to see what other loads are on the same circuit as the unit. We recommend that you plug your incubator into a circuit separate from other equipment. The front panel displays fail to turn on but the rest of the unit receives power. Controller failure 1. Call customer service.
SHEL LAB SI9/SI9R Shaking Incubator Operational Manual Contamination What is the problem? The chamber is contaminated. Possible Causes Your unit is not cleaned and decontaminated often enough. If your unit becomes contaminated even after you follow an appropriate maintenance regimen, the source of the contamination is probably not the incubator. To solve the problem... 1. 2. 3. See “Maintaining the Unit” on page 15 for recommendations and instructions on decontaminating your unit.
SHEL LAB SI9/SI9R Shaking Incubator Operational Manual Getting Your Unit Serviced Getting Assistance While your unit is still covered under warranty, repair or replacement will be made at no cost to you according to the terms and conditions detailed at the back of this manual. Once the warranty period has expired, we will gladly provide telephone support for the life of your unit and can recommend an authorized service center to perform routine maintenance and to make any necessary repairs.
SHEL LAB SI9/SI9R Shaking Incubator Operational Manual Replacement Parts and Accessories Replacement Parts Part 110-120V Adjustable feet Alarm Display Horizontal Counterweight, Single Door Gasket Drive Belt, Oscillator Driver Board Element Coils Flask Clamps, 1 Liter Flask Clamps, 125ml Flask Clamps, 250ml Flask Clamps, 500ml Fuse 120V 250V/16A “T” Fuse 230V 250V/10A “T” Fuse Holder Knob, Safety Thermostat Motor, Circulation Motor, Oscillator Platform (Sample Tray) Power Cord Refrigeration Unit, SSI10Rs
SHEL LAB SI9/SI9R Shaking Incubator Operational Manual Specifications SSI10s (SI9s) SSI10Rs (SI9Rs) Ambient +8°C to 60 C) Ambient less 20°C 10°C Minimum to 60°C Temperature Unit Range +0.5C at 37 C Uniformity +0.1 C Accuracy Alarms Audible/Visible Capacity Volume 9.5 cu ft 269 Liters Dimensions Interior (Width × Depth × Height) 90.2 × 66 × 45 cm (35.5 × 26 × 17.75 in.) Exterior (Width × Depth × Height) 139.7 × 78.1 × 84.5 cm (55 × 30.15 × 33.25 in.) Platform Dimensions 81 × 55.8 x 7.
SHEL LAB SI9/SI9R Shaking Incubator Operational Manual Wiring Diagrams S S I1 0 (9851377) FUSED INLET 4200505 BROWN BLUE POWER SWITCH 7850533 BROWN BLACK/VIOLET BLACK/WHITE BLACK BLACK/YELLOW 120V / 240V TO 90V STEP DOWN TRANFORMER 8350509 TIMER SWITCH 7850553 YELLOW YELLOW J11 MOTOR RED BROWN ORANGE MOTOR N MAIN CONTROL BOARD 1750793 HEATER MOTOR HALLS FERRITE BEAD 7830500 ORANGE BROWN RED RPM SWITCH 7850553 J16 J8 RED 3 9 BROWN 6 1 BREAKING RELAY 7030508 TIMER DISPLAY 1750922
SHEL LAB SI9/SI9R Shaking Incubator Operational Manual S S I1 0 R (9851378) FUSED INLET 4200505 BROWN BLUE POWER SWITCH 7850533 BROWN BLACK/VIOLET BLACK/WHITE BLACK BLACK/YELLOW 120V / 240V TO 90V STEP DOWN TRANFORMER 8350509 TIMER SWITCH 7850553 YELLOW YELLOW J11 MOTOR RED BROWN ORANGE MOTOR N ORANGE TEMP DISPLAY 1750921 J12 MAIN CONTROL BOARD 1750793 RPM DISPLAY 1750788 DOOR SWITCH 7850578 LOAD HOT VALVE HEATER J10 MOTOR HALLS FERRITE BEAD 7830500 ORANGE BROWN RED ORANGE RPM S
SHEL LAB SI9/SI9R Shaking Incubator Operational Manual SSI10-2 (9851379) 2800502 EMI FILTER BLUE BLUE INLET 4200505 BROWN BROWN BLUE BLACK/VIOLET BLACK/WHITE BROWN POWER SWITCH 7850533 BLACK 120V / 240V TO 90V STEP DOWN TRANFORMER 8350509 BLACK/YELLOW TIMER SWITCH 7850553 YELLOW YELLOW J11 MOTOR RED BROWN ORANGE MOTOR N HEATER MOTOR HALLS FERRITE BEAD 7830500 ORANGE BROWN J8 RED RPM SWITCH 7850553 J16 RED 3 6 1 BREAKING RELAY 7030510 4 TIMER DISPLAY 1750922 DOOR SWITCH 7850578
SHEL LAB SI9/SI9R Shaking Incubator Operational Manual SSI10R-2 (9851380) 2800502 EMI FILTER BLUE BLUE INLET 4200505 BROWN BROWN BLUE BLACK/VIOLET BLACK/WHITE BROWN POWER SWITCH 7850533 BLACK 120V / 240V TO 90V STEP DOWN TRANFORMER 8350509 BLACK/YELLOW TIMER SWITCH 7850553 YELLOW YELLOW J11 MOTOR RED BROWN ORANGE MOTOR N ORANGE TEMP DISPLAY 1750921 J12 MAIN CONTROL BOARD 1750793 RPM DISPLAY 1750788 DOOR SWITCH 7850578 LOAD HOT VALVE HEATER J10 MOTOR HALLS FERRITE BEAD 7830500 O