Installation, Location, Lifting and handling – Shellab SSI2-2 User Manual
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INSTALLATION
This incubator is intended for use indoors, at room temperatures between 5
C and 60
C (41
F and
140
F), at no greater than 80% Relative Humidity at 25
C (77
F). Allow a minimum of 2 inches
(5cm) between the rear and sides of the incubator and walls or partitions.
Operating the unit outside of these conditions may adversely affect the temperature range
and stability.
For conditions outside of those listed above, please contact your distributor or Sheldon Sales to
explore other incubator options suited to your laboratory or production environment.
L
OCATION
When selecting a location to install the incubator, consider all environmental conditions that can
affect
unit’s effective temperature range, uniformity, and stability. For example:
Ovens, autoclaves, and any device that produces significant radiant heat
Heating and cooling ducts, or other sources of fast moving air currents
High-traffic areas
Direct sunlight
L
IFTING AND
H
ANDLING
The incubator is heavy and bulky. Care should be taken to use appropriate lifting assistance
devices that are sufficiently rated for these loads. Follow these guidelines when lifting and handling
the incubator.
Remove all samples and media containers.
The lid should be closed.
Lift the incubator only from its bottom surface.
L
EVELING
For safe use, the incubator must be level and stable.