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Panasonic MCO-170M Series Operating Instructions Manual

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MCO-170MUV
MCO-170MUVH
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  • Page 1 Operating Instructions Incubator MCO-170M MCO-170MUV MCO-170MUVH MCO-170M MCO-170MUV MCO-170MUVH Series Please read the operating instructions carefully before using this product, and save the operating instructions for future use. See page 101 for all model numbers.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS INTRODUCTION P. 3 PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION P. 4 LABELS ON INCUBATOR P. 9 ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS P. 9 INCUBATOR COMPONENTS Unit P. 10 LCD touch panel P. 12 Remote alarm terminal P. 15 INSTALLATION Installation site P. 16 Installation P.
  • Page 3 CONTENTS UV LAMP PARAMETERS P. 65 Using UV lamp P. 65 Setting UV lamp ON period P. 66 Lighting UV lamp for 24 hours P. 68 DECONTAMINATION P. 70 decontamination P. 71 Precautions when handling H reagent P. 75 Using unlock key P.

  • Page 4: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION ■ Read the operating instructions carefully before using the Product and follow the instructions for safety operation. ■ Our company disavows any responsibility for safety if the Product is used for other than the intended use or used with any procedures other than those given in the operating instructions. ■...

  • Page 5: Precautions For Safe Operation

    PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION It is imperative that the user complies with the operating instructions as it contains important safety advice. Items and procedures are described so that you can use this unit correctly and safely. If the precautions advised are followed, this will prevent possible injury to the user and any other person.
  • Page 6 USA Only (Model with a lamp): This product has a lamp that contains mercury. Disposal may be regulated in your community due to environmental considerations. For disposal or information, please visit Panasonic website: http://www.panasonic.com/environmental or call 1-888-769-0149. Contains mercury / Contenu avec mercure For more information on safe handling...
  • Page 7 PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION WARNING Do not use the unit outdoors. Current leakage or electric shock may result if the unit is exposed to rain water. Only qualified engineers or service personnel should install the unit. The installation by unqualified personnel may cause electric shock or fire. Install the unit on a sturdy floor and take an adequate precaution to prevent the unit from turning over.
  • Page 8 WARNING Ensure you do not inhale or consume medication or aerosols from around the unit at the time of maintenance. These may be harmful to your health. Never splash water directly onto the unit as this may cause electric shock or short circuit. Never put containers with liquid on the unit as this may cause electric shock or short circuit when the liquid is spilled.
  • Page 9 PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION WARNING Do not position this unit and the other unit so that it is difficult to operate the disconnection of the power supply plug. Failure to disconnect the power supply plug may cause fire if there is something wrong with the unit.

  • Page 10: Labels On Incubator

    LABELS ON INCUBATOR Warning and caution labels are attached to the incubator. The following table describes the labels. This label is attached to covers that access high-voltage electrical components to prevent electric shock. Only a qualified engineer or service personnel should be allowed to open these covers.

  • Page 11: Incubator Components Unit

    INCUBATOR COMPONENTS Unit Access port Silicon cap Rear left cover Handles Leveling Leveling feet foot Tray (When some inner attachments are removed) Electric key* 13 12 11 Lower right side (When 16 is removed) Removable power *1: MCO-170MUVH/170MUV or when an optional supply cord port Sample air outlet cap UV system set MCO-170UVS is installed.
  • Page 12 1. Outer door: The outer door is held to the frame with the magnetic seal. The door heater is installed in the door panel. The door opening is reversible. Contact our sales representative or agent to change the door hinge from left to right or vice versa. 2.

  • Page 13: Lcd Touch Panel

    INCUBATOR COMPONENTS 22. Power supply cord cover plate: This plate is to prevent the power cord being come off. 23. USB port: Insert USB memory to export operations and alarms log. Refer to page 53～61. Note: It is impossible to use USB memory which is required password input. 24.
  • Page 14 5. Present CO density display field 10. Present O density display field The current chamber CO density is displayed. The current chamber O density is displayed. Nothing is displayed when CO density is set 0 %. Nothing is displayed when O density is set 20 %.
  • Page 15 INCUBATOR COMPONENTS 15. Overheat display 18. Message display field High limit temperature alarm is activated: Alarms, errors or messages are displayed when fault occurs. Refer to page 91～94. “Over Heat” is displayed alternately in normal characters and reverse video. Note: When there are a number of alarms/errors, the display shows the message.

  • Page 16: Remote Alarm Terminal

    21. H key* 23. Buzzer key This key is to run H decontamination. Refer Press this key to silence the buzzer. However, to page 71～75. when the ring back is ON, the buzzer will sound again when the ring back passed and 22.

  • Page 17: Installation Installation Site

    INSTALLATION Installation site For correct operation of the incubator, install it in a location with the following conditions. WARNING When using CO gas for control, make sure that there is adequate ventilation. Using CO gas in a small room without adequate ventilation may cause gas poisoning or oxygen deprivation. In addition, when opening the incubator doors, do not directly inhale the air in the chamber.
  • Page 18  Low humidity Select a site with a relative humidity of 80 %R.H. or lower. Using the incubator in high humidity may result in current leakage or electric shock. WARNING Do not use the incubator outdoors. If the incubator is exposed to rain water, it may result in current leakage or electric shock.

  • Page 19: Installation

    INSTALLATION Installation 1. Remove the packing tape and clean up. Remove all the tapes that are securing the doors and the inner attachments. Open the doors for ventilation. If the outer panels are dirty, wet a cloth with a diluted neutral detergent and wipe them. (Undiluted detergent can damage the plastic components.
  • Page 20 3. Installing inner attachments. Set the humidifying pan and humidifying pan cover (Fig. 2). Humidifying pan cover Humidifying pan Fig. 2 3. Installing trays. To effectively use of the gastight split doors, set three trays (standard equipment) at the same level as bottom side of each gastight split door (Fig.
  • Page 21 INSTALLATION 6. Ground the incubator. Ground the incubator during installation to prevent electric shock in case the insulation is not sufficient. If there is no ground wire at the location, consult with qualified service personnel.  When a ground must be installed If a grounded 3-pole outlet is not available, then a ground must be installed.
  • Page 22  In case of double stack Hooks For stacking the incubators surely, refer to the Wire procedure included with the optional double stacking bracket MCO-170PS or the stacking plate MCO-170SB. Note: When stacking incubators, fix two hooks on the rear of the upper incubator to the wall by wire or chain, to prevent falling over (Fig.

  • Page 23: Connecting Co 2 Gas Cylinder

    INSTALLATION Connecting CO gas cylinder WARNING When connecting a gas cylinder to the incubator, confirm the gas type. Confirm that the connections are secure and that no gas will leak. Be sure to use the specified pressure. Using an incorrect gas or pressure may result in explosion or fire, or in gas poisoning or oxygen deprivation due to gas leak.

  • Page 24: /O 2 Gas Cylinder

    Connecting N gas cylinder WARNING Check the gas type and ensure that it is fit for the purpose. Make sure that all pipes are connected correctly and are not liable to become disconnected. Ensure that the gas pressure is set at the specified value.
  • Page 25 INSTALLATION 6. When N gas (O gas) cylinder A which is connected to connecting port A for N gas pipe is empty, connecting port for N gas pipe is changed A to B automatically. Note: The gas lines connected to the incubator will degrade over time. If any deterioration or abnormalities are found during inspection, replace the lines immediately.

  • Page 26: Before Commencing Operation

    BEFORE COMMENCING OPERATION Initial cleaning method Before using the incubator for the first time, clean dirt (tape residue, smear, etc.) from the chamber and the inner attachments thoroughly. To keep the chamber clean is essential to get the proper performance out of the incubator. Use the following steps to clean the incubator properly.

  • Page 27: Removing Inner Attachments

    BEFORE COMMENCING OPERATION Removing inner attachments CAUTION Wear rubber gloves when performing maintenance on the chamber. Failure to wear gloves may result in cuts or abrasions from sharp edges or corners. Be careful not to damage the UV lamp in the duct (MCO-170MUVH/170MUV or when an optional UV system set MCO-170UVS is installed).
  • Page 28 5. Pull out the humidifying pan (Fig. 4). Humidifying pan Fig. 4 6. Pull out the fan cover (Fig. 5). Fan cover Fig. 5 7. Lift the duct and remove it from the pins on the rear side (Fig. 6). Duct Fig.
  • Page 29 BEFORE COMMENCING OPERATION 9. Remove the silicon caps of each access port from Silicon cap interior (Fig. 8) and exterior (Fig. 9). Fig. 8 Silicon cap Fig. 9...

  • Page 30: Installing Inner Attachments

    Installing inner attachments To re-install all the attachments, perform the procedure in reverse order from step 9 on page 28. Note: When installing the fan, insert it to the motor ①Position the center hole of the fan with the shaft securely. Lightly turn and pull the fan manually projection of the motor shaft.

  • Page 31: Filling Humidifying Pan

    BEFORE COMMENCING OPERATION Filling humidifying pan Use the following procedure to fill the humidifying pan with water or to replace water in the humidifying pan. 1. Pull out the humidifying pan toward you. (Fig. 1) 2. Dispose of the remaining water in the humidifying pan and clean the humidifying pan with a diluted detergent.

  • Page 32: For Better Cultivation

    FOR BETTER CULTIVATION Precautions for cultures  Leave space between culture containers. Always leave space for ventilation between culture containers (Petri dishes, flasks, etc.). Inadequate spacing may result in uneven temperature distribution, CO gas density and O gas density.  Do not place harmful materials in the chamber. Never place samples that release acidic, alkali, or corrosive gas in the chamber.

  • Page 33: Preventing Contamination

    FOR BETTER CULTIVATION Preventing contamination To prevent contamination of the chamber, select a suitable installation site.  Avoid locations with high temperatures or humidity. Avoid locations with high temperatures or humidity, because of a greater presence of microorganisms in the air. ...

  • Page 34: Correct Operation

    CORRECT OPERATION Use the following procedure to start trial operation or actual operation of the incubator. 1. Install the incubator correctly, referring to “INSTALLATION” on page 16～24. 2. Remove the packing materials from the chamber and inner attachments. Clean and disinfect the chamber and all the inner attachments, referring to “ROUTINE MAINTENANCE”...

  • Page 35: Basic Operation On Lcd Touch Panel

    BASIC OPERATION ON LCD TOUCH PANEL ●Operation from Menu key ■Menu screen Page Temp., CO density, O density, ◆Set → ■Stand-by Setting screen 37～38 (Setting) high limit temp. alarm → ■Log screen ◆Log → ■Chart screen ◆Chart ◆Actual Temp. (Display) Chamber temp. log graph (can be exported) 50～53 ◆Actual CO Level 50～53...
  • Page 36 *1: MCO-170MUVH or when an optional electric lock MCO-170EL is installed. *2: MCO-170MUVH/170MUV or when an optional UV system set MCO-170UVS is installed. *3: When an optional STD gas auto calibration kit MCO-SG is installed. Note: Service key is not available. (Qualified engineer only) Note: On the Tools #1 screen, by mistakenly pressing Temp./Gas Calibration key, Temp./Gas Calibration screen is displayed.

  • Page 37: Basic Parameters

    BASIC PARAMETERS Numerical input to input window On each screen in the LCD touch panel, it may be necessary to input numerical values on the numerical input box. 1. By pressing numerical input box, input window is Numerical input box displayed.

  • Page 38: Setting Temperature, Co 2 Density, O

    Setting temperature, CO density, CO density and high limit temperature alarm Set the chamber temperature, the CO density, the O density and the temperature of the high limit temperature alarm for normal operation according to the following procedure. The incubator automatically starts operation using these settings after power-on.
  • Page 39 BASIC PARAMETERS 3. Input each parameter. Press Apply key to save the input value. The display returns to the Menu screen. ●Each setting ・Temperature: Set value of chamber temperature. Settable range: 0.0 C～50.0 C, factory setting: 37.0 Density: Set value of chamber CO density.

  • Page 40: Setting Key Lock

    Setting key lock 1. Press Menu key to lead the Menu screen. 2. Press Lock key to lead the Lock screen. 3. Press KeyLock key to lead the Key Lock screen.
  • Page 41 BASIC PARAMETERS 4. On the Key Lock screen, it is possible to set each setting of key lock. Press Apply key to change key lock ON and to save the password. The display returns to the Lock screen. ●Each setting of key lock ・Key Lock：...

  • Page 42: Removing Key Lock

    ●Operation for Keylock-ON ・ When pressing any key except the CO supply line select key, N gas supply line select key, Buzzer key and Unlock key, Password input box is displayed, and input of the release password of Key Lock is required. ・When the inputted password is incorrect, Notice dialog box is displayed.
  • Page 43 BASIC PARAMETERS 3. Press Lock key to lead the Lock screen. 4. Press KeyLock key to lead the Key Lock screen. 5. On the Key Lock screen, by holding Key Lock slide key and sliding to the left, change to OFF. Press Apply key to turn the key lock OFF.

  • Page 44: Automatic N 2 Gas (O 2 Gas) Cylinder Changeover

    Automatic N gas (O gas) cylinder changeover It is the function that switching the empty N gas (O gas) cylinder to the other one, when the N gas (O gas) cylinder being used becomes empty. Note: A gas auto changer MCO-21GC which changes the empty CO gas cylinder into the other one automatically, is available as an optional accessory (refer to page 83～86).
  • Page 45 BASIC PARAMETERS When the O density level remains unchanged even though the N gas valve in the unit is opened, the unit regards the present connecting N gas (O gas) cylinder as an empty. The N gas supply line is changed over automatically.

  • Page 46: Manual N 2 Gas (O 2 Gas) Supply Line A/B Changeover

    Manual N gas (O gas) supply line A/B changeover It is possible to change N gas supply line A and B manually anytime. Example) Change N gas supply line A to B. 1. Press N gas supply line select key for a few seconds.

  • Page 47: Alarm Parameters

    ALARM PARAMETERS 1. Press Menu key to lead the Menu screen. 2. Press Tools #1 key to lead the Tools #1 screen. 3. On the Tools #1 screen, ・Press Alarm Setting #1 key to lead the Alarm Setting #1 screen, it is possible to set automatic set temperature alarm, automatic set CO density alarm, automatic set O...
  • Page 48 4. On the Alarm Setting #1 screen, input each parameter. Press Apply key to save the input value. The display returns to the Tools #1 screen. ●Each parameter setting ・Automatic set temperature alarm (Temp. Alarm): When the chamber temperature exceeds the scope, the set temperature ± the set value of Automatic set temperature alarm, the alarm is activated.
  • Page 49 ALARM PARAMETERS 5. On the Alarm Setting #2 screen, it is possible to set each alarm. Press Apply key to save the input value and setup. The display returns to the Tools #1 screen. ●Each setting ・Door Delay: The function is that when the incubator is in the alarm state of door, the alarm buzzer will sound after the alarm delay set time passed.

  • Page 50: Operation/Alarm Log

    OPERATION/ALARM LOG Setting log interval The incubator is equipped with a function of saving operation log data (chamber temperature, CO density, density and open/close state of outer door). Use the following procedure to set the log interval (interval of acquiring the operation log). 1.

  • Page 51: Displaying Operation Log

    OPERATION/ALARM LOG 4. On the Setting screen, input Log Interval. Press Apply key to save the input value. The display returns to the Log screen. Settable range: 2 minutes～30 minutes. Factory setting: 6 minutes. Note: It is possible to register 8-digit alphanumeric characters as the Unique ID.
  • Page 52 3. Press Chart key to lead the Chart screen. 4. On the Chart screen, input the date (year / month / day) of the operation log you want to display graphically. 5. On the Chart screen, by pressing Show key after pressing the item you want to display graphically, the graph of each operation log is displayed.
  • Page 53 OPERATION/ALARM LOG To previous day To next day 6. Actual Temp. log graph is displayed. ・Press Back key to return to the Chart screen. ・Press Top key to return to the Top screen. To Actual CO Level log To previous day To next day To Actual Temp.
  • Page 54 ●On each log graph screen of procedure 6, 7, 8 or 9, operation log data can be exported in CSV format to the USB memory inserted into the USB port. 10. Insert the USB memory into the USB port. Note: It is not possible to use a USB memory with security functions that requires entering password. 11.

  • Page 55: Exporting Operation Log

    OPERATION/ALARM LOG Exporting operation log Operation log data saved in the incubator can be exported in CSV format to the USB memory inserted into the USB port. 1. Insert the USB memory into the USB port. Note: It is not possible to use a USB memory with security functions that requires entering password. 2.
  • Page 56 5. On the Export screen, select the time period you want to export. ・To export the saved operation log data over the entire period, press All radio button. ・To export the operation log data of a specified date, press 1 Day radio button and input the date (year / month / day) of the operation log data you want to export.
  • Page 57 OPERATION/ALARM LOG Note: When the specified operation log data doesn't exist, Notice dialog box is displayed. Press OK key, and then re-specified according to procedure 4 and 5. 7. When the export is complete, Information dialog box is displayed. Press OK key. Note: Even after the export of operation log data is complete, operation log data saved in the incubator are not deleted.

  • Page 58: Displaying Alarm Log

    Displaying alarm log The incubator is equipped with a function of saving alarm log data (Max. 256 logs). Alarm log saved in the incubator can be displayed graphically on the LCD touch panel. Note: When saving alarm logs more than 257, the oldest alarm log is deleted, and then overwritten. 1.
  • Page 59 OPERATION/ALARM LOG 4. On the Alarm screen, the newest 7 days’ alarm logs (containing that day) are displayed. Note: When the number of applicable alarm log is 6 or more, by pressing the top (▲) or the bottom (▼) log, the log table currently displayed scrolls and hidden alarm logs can be seen.

  • Page 60: Exporting Alarm Log

    Exporting alarm log It is possible to export saved alarm log data to a USB memory inserted in the USB port by CSV format. 1. Insert a USB memory in the USB port. Note: It is not possible to use a USB memory with security functions that requires entering password. 2.
  • Page 61 OPERATION/ALARM LOG 5. On the Alarm Export screen, select the period to export. ・To export the saved alarm log data over the entire period, press All radio button. ・To export the alarm log data for the specified days (The newest period containing that day), press Last XX Days radio button and input days.
  • Page 62 7. Even after completion the export of alarm log data, Information dialog box is displayed. Press OK key. Note: After completing the export of alarm log data, alarm log data saved at CO incubator is not deleted. 8. Remove a USB memory from the USB port. Note: A log folder is created in a USB memory, and an exported data file is saved in the log folder by CSV format.

  • Page 63: Other Parameters

    OTHER PARAMETERS Setting date and time 1. Press Menu key to lead the Menu screen. 2. Press Tools #2 key to lead the Tools #2 screen. 3. Press Date & Time key to lead the Date & Time screen. 4. On the Date & Time screen, input the present date and time.

  • Page 64: Setting Brightness And Sleep

    Setting brightness and sleep 1. Press Menu key to lead the Menu screen. 2. Press Tools #2 key to lead the Tools #2 screen. 3. Press Brightness/Sleep key to lead the Brightness/Sleep screen. 4. On the Brightness/Sleep screen, each setting of brightness and sleep is available.
  • Page 65 OTHER PARAMETERS ●Each setting ・Brightness(Active): Brightness of LCD touch panel of the usual state. Adjust Brightness (Active) slide bar or input set value into the Brightness (Active) input box. Settable range: 50～100, factory setting: 80. ・Sleep: The function is that the rightness of LCD touch panel is lowered to save electricity, when there is no key operation during set time.

  • Page 66: Uv Lamp Parameters

    UV LAMP PARAMETERS MCO-170MUVH/170MUV or when an optional UV system set MCO-170UVS is installed to the MCO-170M, UV lamp is workable. After closing the outer door, UV lamp lights for the preset period*, to disinfect the water in the humidifying pan, and the air circulating in the chamber.

  • Page 67: Setting Uv Lamp On Period

    UV LAMP PARAMETERS  If the UV lamp burns out, “Err18: UV Lamp Abnormal” is displayed in the message display field. If this occurs, replace the UV lamp. When replacing the UV lamp, replace the glow starter at the same time. Contact our sales representative or agent for information on replacing the UV lamp.
  • Page 68 4. On the UV Setting screen, each setting of UV is available. Press Apply key to save the input value and setup. The display returns to the Tools #1 screen. ●Each setting ・UV Timer: Set value of period to light UV lamp after closing the outer door. Settable range: 0 minute～30 minutes, factory setting: 10 minutes.

  • Page 69: Lighting Uv Lamp For 24 Hours

    UV LAMP PARAMETERS Lighting UV lamp for 24 hours If the chamber has been contaminated by dirt or by spilling the medium, use the following procedure to decontaminate the chamber by lighting the UV lamp for 24 hours. 1. Remove all attachments from the chamber, including the trays, the fan cover, the duct, the fan, the humidifying pan, the humidifying pan cover, the gas injection nozzle and the gas injection nozzle tube.
  • Page 70 7. On the UV Setting screen, by holding the UV 24h Mode slide key and sliding it right, the UV 24h Mode is turned to ON. Press Apply key to start the UV 24-hour mode. The display returns to the Tools #1 screen.

  • Page 71: H 2 O 2 Decontamination

    DECONTAMINATION When the chamber is contaminated or when cleaning the chamber prior to starting a culture, it is possible to perform H decontamination. decontamination function is workable under any of the following conditions. When the condition is not fulfilled, H decontamination cannot be performed.

  • Page 72: H 2 O 2 Decontamination

    decontamination 1. Take out all the trays, the fan cover, the duct, the humidifying pan cover, the humidifying pan, the gas injection nozzle and the gas injection nozzle tube from the chamber. 2. Dispose of the water in the humidifying pan, and wipe inner attachments removed from the chamber, with a gauze containing water or alcohol for disinfection.
  • Page 73 DECONTAMINATION 9. Set the humidifying pan cover, the humidifying pan removed in the procedure 1 (Fig. 3). Note: H decontamination can be performed only for the chamber and inner attachments with standard specifications, not for any other objects. Front Humidifying pan cover Humidifying pan generator...
  • Page 74 13. On the H Decontamination Step1 screen, the system check starts automatically. If the system normal, display leads Decontamination Step2 screen. When the system is abnormal, refer to Table 10 on page 94. 14. On the H Decontamination Step2 screen, press OK key to lead the H Decontamination Step3 screen and H...
  • Page 75 DECONTAMINATION ●Step4 is the process to decontaminate in the chamber by generating H vapor from H generator. Note: pressing Abort key, decontamination is stopped in the middle of decontamination and go to Step7 (The process to resolve H vapor by UV lamp). It is not possible to skip Step7.

  • Page 76: Precautions When Handling H

    18. After H decontamination, surplus H liquid will remain at the Connector cap bottom of the chamber and in the bottom part of the H generator duct. This solution contains H at a low density. So put on protective glasses and rubber gloves, and wipe it up with a non-woven cloth. 19.

  • Page 77: Electric Lock (Option)

    ELECTRIC LOCK (OPTION) Auto lock function is that the outer door is locked automatically when the setting time passed after the door closed. Auto lock function is workable under any of the following conditions. ・MCO-170MUVH ・When an optional electric lock MCO-170EL is installed in the MCO-170MUV/170M. The modes of unlocking the outer door are as follows.
  • Page 78 4. On the Auto-Lock User screen, it is possible to register a User-ID and its password. Press Apply key to save the User-ID and its password. ●Each setting of Auto-Lock ・User-ID: The alphanumeric characters (Max. 8-digit) inputted here are registered as a new User-ID. ・Password: The number (Max.

  • Page 79: Setting Auto Lock

    ELECTRIC LOCK (OPTION) ●Changing a registered User-ID’s password Input the registered User-ID into User-ID input box, and input its new password into Password input box and Confirm Password box. Press Add key to re-write the new password. ●Deleting a registered User-ID Input the registered User-ID into User-ID input box, and input its registered password into Password input box.
  • Page 80 4. On the Auto-Lock screen, each setting of auto lock is available. Press Apply key to turn the auto lock ON and save the set value. The display returns to the Lock screen. ●Each setting of auto lock ・Auto-Lock: Auto lock function is that the outer door is locked automatically when the setting time passed after the door closed.
  • Page 81 ELECTRIC LOCK (OPTION) ●Unlocking the outer door ・In the quick mode, press the Unlock key on the Top screen to unlock the outer door. ・In the User-ID mode, when pressing Unlock key on the Top screen, User-ID input box is displayed. Input the User-ID and its release password of Auto-Lock.

  • Page 82: Using Unlock Key

    Using unlock key  Unlocking when power is interrupted MCO-170MUVH or when an optional electric lock MCO-170EL is installed to the MCO-170MUV/170M, outer door is locked with electric lock under a power outage. To unlock the outer door while the power is interrupted, use the unlock key that is provided.

  • Page 83: Removing Auto Lock

    ELECTRIC LOCK (OPTION) Removing auto lock 1. Press Menu key to lead the Menu screen. 2. Press Lock key to lead the Lock screen. 3. Press Auto-Lock key to lead the Auto-Lock screen. 4. On the Auto-Lock screen, by holding the Auto-lock slide key and sliding it left, the Auto-lock is turned to OFF.

  • Page 84: Gas Auto Changer (Option)

    GAS AUTO CHANGER (OPTION) When an optional gas auto changer MCO-21GC is installed, there are two connecting ports for CO pipe, A and B. By connecting two CO gas cylinders, this kit switches the CO gas supply line when one of the CO gas cylinders becomes empty.

  • Page 85: Automatic Co 2 Gas Supply Line Changeover

    GAS AUTO CHANGER (OPTION) Automatic CO gas supply line changeover When an optional gas auto changer MCO-21GC is installed, CO gas supply line indicator A・B and CO gas supply line select key are displayed in the Top screen. CO gas supply line indicator A or B being used is lighted.
  • Page 86 When the CO density level remains unchanged, even though the CO gas valve in the unit is opened, the unit regards the present connecting CO gas cylinder as an empty. The CO gas supply line is changed over automatically. These movements are displayed (Table. 4). 1.

  • Page 87: Manual Co 2 Gas Supply Line A/B Changeover

    GAS AUTO CHANGER (OPTION) Manual CO gas supply line A/B changeover It is possible to change CO gas supply line A/B manually anytime. Example) Change CO gas supply line A to B. 1. Press CO gas supply line select key for a few seconds.

  • Page 88: Std Gas Auto Calibration Kit (Option)

    STD GAS AUTO CALIBRATION KIT (OPTION) When a STD gas auto calibration kit MCO-SG is installed, by connecting standard gas cylinder for calibration, it is possible to calibrate CO density manually. 1. Connect a standard gas cylinder to connecting Lower right side port for standard gas cylinder on lower right side of the O incubator.
  • Page 89 STD GAS AUTO CALIBRATION KIT (OPTION) 5. On the STD Gas Setting screen, it is possible to set each setting. Press Apply key to save the input value. The display returns to the Tools #1 screen. ●Each setting ・CO standard gas density (CO STD Gas Density): CO density of the connected standard gas cylinder.
  • Page 90 8. On the STD Gas Calibration Step2 screen, press OK key to lead the STD Gas Calibration Step3 screen. 9. On the STD Gas Calibration Step3 screen, gas density calibration starts. Calibration go to Step5 (Procedure 10) automatically. 10. After completion of gas density calibration, display leads the STD Gas Calibration Step5 screen.

  • Page 91: Routine Maintenance

    ROUTINE MAINTENANCE To use this unit in a clean condition, clean the chamber and all the inner attachments at least once a month. 1. Remove all the inner attachments by the procedures shown on page 26～28. 2. Clean the chamber and all the inner attachments by the procedures shown on page 25. 3.

  • Page 92: Alarms, Safety, And Self-Diagnosis

    ALARMS, SAFETY, AND SELF-DIAGNOSIS The incubator supports the following alarms, safety functions, and self-diagnostic functions. If an error from Err05 to Err19, or Err56 is activated, contact our sales representative or agent. Table 6 Alarms, safety, and self-diagnosis for culture operations Alarm or safety Remote Safety...
  • Page 93 ALARMS, SAFETY, AND SELF-DIAGNOSIS Alarm or safety Remote Safety Conditions Display Buzzer function alarm operation The ambient temperature sensor is “Err09: AT Sensor Open” is displayed in ----- Ambient disconnected. the message display field. temperature The ambient temperature sensor is “Err10: AT Sensor Short”...
  • Page 94 ●Table 7～9 show the behavior of the alarm (buzzer) and Ring Back function when pressing Buzzer key. Table 7 In the case of other than table 8 or table 9. Buzzer from O incubator Remote Alarm Ring Back Remote Alarm setting When pressing When the Ring Back When pressing...
  • Page 95 ALARMS, SAFETY, AND SELF-DIAGNOSIS Table 10 Alarms and Safety functions for H decontamination Alarm or safety Remote Conditions Display Buzzer Safety operation function alarm “Err31: H2O2 Unit Not The H generator is not decontamination ----- ----- Connected” is displayed in the is cancelled.

  • Page 96: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING If the incubator does not seem to be working properly, check the following items before calling for service. Symptom Items to check and countermeasures  Is the incubator plugged in? The incubator does not operate at all.  Is there a power outage, or has a circuit breaker interrupted the power? The removable power supply cord is connected to the port attached on the lower right side of the cabinet.
  • Page 97 TROUBLESHOOTING Symptom Items to check and countermeasures  Is the ambient air environment around the incubator normal? Is there a source of polluted Normal cultures are not possible, and the gas density is suspect. gas in the vicinity?  The CO Gas is not being injected.
  • Page 98 Symptom Items to check and countermeasures  If the MCO-170MUVH is being used, is the optional MCO-HP installed? decontamination cannot be performed.  If the MCO-170MUV is being used, are the optional MCO-HP, the optional MCO-170HB and the MCO-170EL installed? ...

  • Page 99: Disposal Of Unit

    DISPOSAL OF UNIT When disposing of the O incubator, contact our sales representative or agent. WARNING The O incubator must be dismantled and disposed of by qualified personnel only. If the O incubator is left where outsiders enter, it may result unexpected accident (for example, children to become locked inside).

  • Page 100: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Incubator Incubator Incubator Product name MCO-170M MCO-170MUV MCO-170MUVH External dimensions W620 mm x D710 mm x H905 mm Internal dimensions W490 mm x D523 mm x H665 mm 161 L Interior volume Painted steel (Rear cover has no paint) Exterior Interior Stainless steel containing copper...
  • Page 101 Electric lock (MCO-170EL) Electric lock (MCO-170EL) To lock Electric lock (MCO-170EL) standard equipment the outer door Table 13 Required bracket/plate for each incubator combination of double stacking MCO-170M Series Upper product MCO-170AIC Series MCO-170M Series MCO-19M Series MCO-18AC MCO-230AIC Series...

  • Page 102: Performance

    PERFORMANCE Incubator MCO-170MUVH Product name MCO-170MUV MCO-170M MCO-170MUVH-PA MCO-170MUVH-PK MCO-170MUV-PA MCO-170MUV-PK Model number MCO-170M-PA MCO-170M-PK Ambient temperature+5 C to 50 C* (ambient temperature: 5 C to 35 Temperature control range ±0.25 C (ambient temperature: 23 C, setting: 37 C, CO : 5 %, O : 5 %, no load) Temperature distribution...

  • Page 103: Safety Check Sheet

    CAUTION Please fill in this form before servicing. Hand over this form to the service engineer to keep for his and your safety. Safety check sheet 1. Unit contents : □Yes □No Risk of infection: □Yes □No Risk of toxicity: □Yes □No Risk from radioactive sources:...
  • Page 104 1-1-1 Sakata, Oizumi-Machi, Ora-Gun, Gunma 370-0596, Japan Printed in Japan LDCL010700-0 © Panasonic Healthcare Co., Ltd. 2016 S0116-0...

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