OVENS and INCUBATORS

User manual
Forced air and natural convection ovens, multifunctional with microprocessor temperature controller.
Model Description Temperature range
TCN-30 Plus Natural convection oven 30L (maximum volume) Room temperature from + 5 °C to + 200°C
TCN-50 Plus Natural convection oven 50L (maximum volume) Room temperature from + 5 °C to + 300 °C
TCN-115 Plus Natural convection oven 115L (maximum volume) Room temperature from + 5 °C to + 300 °C
TCN-200 Plus Natural convection oven 200L (maximum volume) Room temperature from + 5 °C to + 300 °C
TCF-50 Plus Air forced oven 50L (maximum volume) Room temperature from + 10 °C to + 300 °C
TCF-120 Plus Air forced oven 120L (maximum volume) Room temperature from + 10 °C to + 300 °C
TCF-200 Plus Air forced oven 200L (maximum volume) Room temperature from + 10 °C to + 300 °C
TCF-400 Plus Air forced oven 400L (maximum volume) Room temperature from + 10 °C to + 300 °C

Forced air and natural convection incubators, multifunctional with microprocessor temperature controller.
Model Description Temperature range
ICN-16 Plus Natural convection incubator 16L (maximum volume) Room temperature from + 5 °C to + 70 °C
ICN-35 Plus Natural convection incubator 35L (maximum volume) Room temperature from + 5 °C to + 70 °C
ICN-55 Plus Natural convection incubator 55L (maximum volume) Room temperature from + 5 °C to + 70 °C
ICN-120 Plus Natural convection incubator 120L (maximum volume) Room temperature from + 5 °C to + 70 °C
ICN-200 Plus Natural convection incubator 200L (maximum volume) Room temperature from + 5 °C to + 70 °C
ICF-55 Plus Air forced incubator 55L (maximum volume) Room temperature from + 5 °C to + 80 °C
(sterilisation special program at 130°C)
ICF-120 Plus Air forced incubator 120L (maximum volume) Room temperature from + 5 °C to + 80 °C
(sterilisation special program at 130°C)
ICF-200 Plus Air forced incubator 200L (maximum volume) Room temperature from + 5 °C to + 80 °C
(sterilisation special program at 130°C)
ICF-400 Plus Air forced incubator 400L (maximum volume) Room temperature from + 5 °C to + 80 °C
(sterilisation special program at 130°C)

Producer: Drafting by the agent:

Sozhou Being Medical Device CO., LTD Giorgio Bormac s.r.l.

NO.108 Gongxiang RD Qiandeng Town Via della Meccanica, 25
Kunshan China 41012 Carpi (MO) - ITALY
VAT n. IT02309180368

Tel. +39 059 653274

Fax +39 059 653282
E-mail [email protected]

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 INDEX

1. SAFETY INFORMATION ............................................................................................................. 4

• Definitions of warning words and symbols ...................................................................................................... 4

• Reporting terms ............................................................................................................................................... 4

• Warning symbols ............................................................................................................................................. 4

• Pictograms ....................................................................................................................................................... 4

• Danger symbols ............................................................................................................................................... 5

• Prohibition signs .............................................................................................................................................. 5

• Symbols of obligation ...................................................................................................................................... 5

2. GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .............................................................................................. 6

3. CE MARKING DATA ................................................................................................................... 8

4. CONTENT OF PACKAGE............................................................................................................. 9

5. TRANSPORTATION .................................................................................................................... 9

• Instructions for safe transportation ................................................................................................................. 9

• Transportation of an already used oven/incubator .........................................................................................10

6. CONSERVATION...................................................................................................................... 10

7. FIRST INSTALLATION ............................................................................................................... 10

• Getting started ..................................................................................................................................................10

8. INSTRUMENT PARTS ............................................................................................................... 11

• Display and commands ...................................................................................................................................11

9. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................................... 12

10. OPERATING MODE ................................................................................................................. 14

• Natural convection ovens/incubators .............................................................................................................14

• Forced ventilation ovens.................................................................................................................................14

• Forced ventilation incubators .........................................................................................................................15

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11. OPERATION ........................................................................................................................ 15

• Switching on the instrument ...........................................................................................................................15

• QR code programming tutorial .......................................................................................................................15

• Programming ..................................................................................................................................................15

• Program recall ................................................................................................................................................16

• Modify of a program .......................................................................................................................................16

• Modify of Prog 0 .............................................................................................................................................16

• Start/stop of a program ..................................................................................................................................17

12. ACCESS TO SUBMENU WITH PASSWORD ............................................................................ 17

• Number of programs to which apply the Delay and Cycle functions ...............................................................17

• Repetition of a selected program ....................................................................................................................17

• Delay starts function .......................................................................................................................................18

13. INTRODUCTION OF SAMPLES INTO OVEN/INCUBATOR ....................................................... 18

• Sample loading ...............................................................................................................................................18

• Temperature limit for sample protection ........................................................................................................18

• Restart mode after absence of power energy .................................................................................................19

• Temperature limit for over-temperature alarm ..............................................................................................19

14. TEMPERATURE OFFSET ON SINGLE POINT, ON ENTIRE RANGE, ON ROOM TEMPERATURE

SENSOR.............................................................................................................................. 20

15. CLEAN AND MAINTENANCE ................................................................................................ 21

16. WARRANTY ......................................................................................................................... 22

17. DISPOSAL OF ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT .............................................................................. 22

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1. Safety information
• Definitions of warning words and symbols
This manual contains extremely important safety information, to avoid personal injury, damage to the
instrument, malfunctions or incorrect results due to failure to comply with them. Read entirely and carefully this
manual and be sure to familiarize with the tool before starting to work with it. This manual must be kept near to
the instrument, so that the operator can consult it easily, if necessary. Safety provisions are indicated with
warning terms or symbols.

• Reporting terms:
DANGER/WARNING/ATTENTION for a medium-risk hazardous situation, which could lead to serious
injury or death, if not avoided.

ADVICE for important information about the product.

NOTE for useful information about the product.

• Warning symbols:
DANGER
This symbol indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result
in death or serious (irreversible) injury.
WARNING
This symbol indicates a potential hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in
death or serious (irreversible) injury.

ATTENTION
This symbol indicates a potential hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in
medium or minor injuries (reversible).
ADVICE
This symbol draws attention to possible damage to the instrument or instrumental parts.

NOTE
This symbol highlights further information and tips.
.

• Pictograms
Throughout this manual there are various symbols identifying dangers, prohibitions and obligations as
illustrated below.

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• Danger symbols
Danger of electric shock

Danger of explosion

Fire hazard

Danger of poisoning

Danger of overheating surfaces

Danger of damage to health caused by toxic substances

Danger of injury from tipping objects

Risk of injury from lifting heavy objects

Danger of environmental damage

Danger of corrosion

• Prohibition signs
Do not wet with water

• Symbols of obligation

Disconnect the instrument from the power supply by pulling the plug

Eye protection must be used

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2. General safety instructions
If the oven/incubator is not installed, commissioned, cleaned, adjusted or set up correctly, there is a risk of
malfunction that could cause physical injury to persons and material damage to the instrument and samples.
Therefore, the oven/incubator must only be installed, commissioned, cleaned, adjusted and set up by qualified
personnel.
DANGER

Danger of electric shock and Danger of death

Do not get the instrument wet during installation, commissioning or maintenance.
Do not connect the instrument to the power supply if the rear panel is dented or
damaged.

➢ Before opening the rear panel, remove the plug from the power supply.
➢ If the power cord or rear panel of the instrument is damaged, discontinue use
immediately, remove the plug from the power supply and contact your dealer for
repairs.
➢ All work on electrical components of the instrument must be carried out by qualified
personnel only.

Danger of explosion
➢ Install the instrument only where there is no risk of explosion.

Do not keep air/solvent mixtures or explosive dusts in the vicinity.

Never introduce materials into the instrument that are explosive or flammable at the
selected operating temperature.
 Never introduce materials containing flammable or explosive solvents into the
instrument.
Never introduce materials into the instrument which by sublimation or pyrolysis give
rise to the formation of flammable materials at the selected operating temperature.

Danger of poisoning and Danger of death

 Never introduce materials into the instrument whose disintegration could result in the
formation of poisonous gases at the selected operating temperatures.

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 WARNING

Fire hazard
 Ovens/incubators must not be used if the class 2 safety thermostat is not checked.

➢ If the safety thermostat test fails, immediately stop using the refrigerated incubator,
remove the plug from the power supply and contact your dealer for the necessary repairs.
➢ Always place the instrument on a working surface that is resistant up to a temperature of
100 °C.

 Do not insert anything underneath the instrument (paper, plastic film, etc.).

➢ Always connect the instrument only to a power supply with a fuse of at least 10A. Follow
the recommendations of your local power supply company.
ATTENTION

Danger of burns
➢ The air intake cover on the back of the instrument becomes hot and must not be
touched during operation of the oven.

Risk of injury and breakage

➢ Always place the instrument only on surfaces that can support its weight.

Overturning hazard and risk of injury

 Never stack more than 2 ovens/incubators on top of each other.

➢ Always fix 2 stacked ovens with the fixing plates provided.

Risk of injury, Risk of slipping or overturning and risk of damage to the instrument
➢ The instrument must be lifted by 2 people.
➢ The instrument must be transported in its original packaging only.
➢ The instrument must always be lifted from below with mechanical tools (e.g., forklift
truck) together with the supporting pallet.

 The instrument must not be lifted directly from below with mechanical tools without
supporting pallets (e.g., forklift truck).
 The instrument must not be lifted or dragged by pulling the door.

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3. CE marking data
Argolab instruments are manufactured in compliance with Directive 2006/42/EC and the relevant Community
Directives applicable at the time of placing on the market (fac-simile below).

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Fac-simile of the CE marking plate:

4. Content of package
This instrument is delivered complete with the following parts:
1. n. 2 stainless steel wire shelves
2. n. 4 brackets for shelves
3. power supply cable
4. fuses
5. User manual

5. Transportation
• Instructions for safe transportation
ATTENTION

Risk of injury, of slipping or overturning and risk of damage to the instrument

➢ The instrument must be lifted by 2 people.
➢ The instrument must be transported in its original packaging only.
➢ The instrument must always be lifted from below with mechanical tools (e.g., forklift truck)
together with the supporting pallet.

 The instrument must not be lifted directly from below with mechanical tools without
supporting pallets (e.g., forklift truck).
 The instrument must not be lifted or dragged by pulling the door.

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 • Transportation of an already used oven/incubator
• Switch off the Argolab oven/incubator by pressing the main switch.
• Remove the power plug from the socket.
• Remove the shelves.
• Clean the Argolab oven/incubator and its shelves (see chapter 13 on page 18).
• Dry the inside of the Argolab oven/incubator and the shelves.
• Wrap the shelves with bubble wrap.
• Pack the shelves in their original packaging and place them in the Argolab oven/incubator.
• Pack the Argolab oven/incubator in its original packaging.
• Take care that the Argolab oven/incubator does not get wet during transport.
• During transport, maintain the permitted room temperature (from -10 °C to 60 °C).

6. Conservation
• Store the Argolab oven/incubator only in closed, dry rooms.
• The permitted storage temperature is -10 °C to 60 °C. The maximum permitted storage humidity is 85% RH
without condensation.

7. First installation
• Getting started
The oven should be installed in following conditions:
• Dry, clean, stable worktable with a flat horizontal surface and heat resistant.
• At least 30 cm free around the instrument.
• Room temperature between 5 °C and 40 °C and relative humidity maximum of 85%.
• Power supply socket with earth connection.
• Power supply of 220/240 V - 50 Hz.

ADVICE

Risk of overheating - Damage to the instrument

 DO NOT install the instrument in not ventilated area.
Ensure that there is enough ventilation to disperse heat.
ATTENTION

Danger of overturning of the upper instrument – Damages to the instrument

➢ When stacking two instruments, place rubber pads under the four feet of the upper
instrument.

DANGER

Risk of explosion and death

 DO NOT operate the device in potentially explosive areas.
 DO NOT use explosive dust or air-soluble mixtures in the environment.

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8. Instrument parts
ON/OFF Key

Display
Opening/closing handle

Adjustment keys

• Display and commands

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COMMAND DESCRIPTION
The SET/PROG button allows you to set the working parameters and to enter/exit from the
programs.
In combination with the SHIFT key, it allows you to access to menus with password (see
paragraph 10).
The SHIFT button allows you to quickly change the digit (decimal, units, tens, etc.) of the
value of the parameter you are editing.
In combination with the SET/PROG key allows you to access to menus with password (see
paragraph 10).
Adjustment buttons allow you to increase or decrease the value of the operating parameter
being edited.

The START / STOP button allows you to start / stop an operating cycle or a program.

The ON/OFF button allows you to turn on or off the instrument.

9. Technical specifications
Natural convection ovens TCN-30 Plus TCN-50 Plus TCN-115 Plus TCN-200 Plus
Volume 30 l 50 l 115 l 200 l
Max temperature/ Resolution +200/0,1°C +300/0,1°C +300/0,1°C +300/0,1°C
Homogeneity at 150°C ± 3,5°C ± 3,5°C ± 3,5°C ± 4,0 °C
Temperature variation at 150°C ± 0,5°C ± 0,5°C ± 0,5°C ± 0,7°C
Heating time at 150°C 14 min. 16 min. 18 min. 20 min.
Timer 99:59 hh:min e ∞ 99:59 hh:min e ∞ 99:59 hh:min e ∞ 99:59 hh:min e ∞
Safety class 3.1 3.1 3.1 3.1
Power supply/power 230 V / 700 W 230 V / 1000 W 230 V / 1900 W 230 V / 2100 W
Internal dimensions (L*A*P) 320x320x285 mm 400x420x330 mm 520x495x450 mm 650x640x495 mm
Shelves number (standard/max) 2/3 2/5 3/6 3/9
Distance between shelves 50 mm 50 mm 50 mm 50 mm
Max loading of shelves 10 Kg 15 Kg 20 Kg 20 Kg
External dimensions (L*A*P) 460x685x530 mm 690x635x470 mm 815x750x600 mm 940x905x660 mm
Weight 40 Kg 53 Kg 74 Kg 103 Kg

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Forced air ovens TCF-50 Plus TCF-120 Plus TCF-200 Plus TCF-400 Plus
Volume 50 l 120 l 200 400 l
Max temperature/ Resolution +300/0,1°C +300/0,1°C +300/0,1°C +300/0,1°C
Homogeneity at 150°C ±2% ±2% ±2% ±2%
Temperature variation at 150°C ± 0,3°C ± 0,3°C ± 0,4°C ± 0,5°C
Heating time at 150°C 20 min. 24 min. 30 min. 50 min.
Timer 99:59 hh:min e ∞ 99:59 hh:min e ∞ 99:59 hh:min e ∞ 99:59 hh:min e ∞
Safety class 3.1 3.1 3.1 3.1
Power supply/power 230 V / 980 W 230 V / 1900 W 230 V / 2400 W 230 V / 3200 W
Internal dimensions (L*A*P) 400x415x310 mm 520x530x435 mm 645x650x495 mm 1000x800x500 mm
Shelves number (standard/max) 2/5 3/7 3/9 3/10
Distance between shelves 50 mm 50 mm 50 mm 50 mm
Max loading of shelves 15 Kg 20 Kg 20 Kg 20 Kg
External dimensions (L*A*P) 690x635x570 mm 810x750x690 mm 945x870x755 mm 1285x1060x750 mm
Weight 54 Kg 74 Kg 103 Kg 160 Kg

Natural convection ICN-16 Plus ICN-35 Plus ICN-55 Plus ICN-120 Plus ICN-200 Plus
incubators
Volume 16 l 35 l 55 l 120 l 200 l
Max temperature/ Resolution +70/0,1°C +70/0,1°C +70/0,1°C +70/0,1°C +70/0,1°C
Homogeneity at 37°C ± 0,4 °C ± 0,4 °C ± 0,5 °C ± 0,5 °C ± 0,5 °C
Temperature variation at 37°C ± 0,3°C ± 0,3°C ± 0,3°C ± 0,3°C ± 0,3°C
Heating time at 37°C 18 min. 22 min. 25 min. 30 min. 35 min.
Timer 99:59 hh:min e ∞ 99:59 hh:min e ∞ 99:59 hh:min e ∞ 99:59 hh:min e ∞ 99:59 hh:min e ∞
Safety class 2 2 2 2 2
Power supply/power 230 V / 85 W 230 V / 125 W 230 V / 250 W 230 V / 350 W 230 V / 600 W
Internal dimensions (L*A*P) 270x230x255 mm 360x300x320 mm 400x360x385 mm 520x460x500 mm 610x600x575 mm
Shelves number (standard/max) 2/3 2/5 2/5 3/7 3/9
Distance between shelves 25 mm 30 mm 50 mm 50 mm 50 mm
Max loading of shelves 5 Kg 7,5 Kg 10 Kg 10 Kg 10 Kg
External dimensions (L*A*P) 530x370x400 mm 620x440x460 mm 660x500x545 mm 780x610x645 mm 875x755x710 mm
Weight 23 Kg 33 Kg 42 Kg 61 Kg 77 Kg

Forced air incubators ICF-55 Plus ICF-120 Plus ICF-200 Plus ICF-400 Plus
Volume 57 l 120 l 200 l 400 l
Max temperature/ Resolution +80/0,1°C +80/0,1°C +80/0,1°C +80/0,1°C
Homogeneity at 37°C ± 0,3 °C ± 0,4 °C ± 0,4 °C ± 0,5 °C
Temperature variation at 37°C ± 0,1°C ± 0,1°C ± 0,2°C ± 0,3°C
Heating time at 37°C 30 min. 40 min. 45 min. 55 min.
Timer 99:59 hh:min e ∞ 99:59 hh:min e ∞ 99:59 hh:min e ∞ 99:59 hh:min e ∞
Safety class 3.1 3.1 3.1 3.1
Power supply/power 230 V / 350 W 230 V / 600 W 230 V / 700 W 230 V / 1500 W
Internal dimensions (L*A*P) 400 x 415 x 350 mm 520 x 530 x 435 mm 645 x 650 x 495 mm 1000 x 800 x 500 mm
Shelves number (standard/max) 2/5 3/7 3/9 3/10
Distance between shelves 50 mm 50 mm 50 mm 50 mm
Max loading of shelves 20 Kg 20 Kg 20 Kg 20 Kg
External dimensions (L*A*P) 690 x 650 x 620 mm 810x750x690 mm 945x870x755 mm 1285x1060x750 mm
Weight 56 Kg 74 Kg 103 Kg 160 Kg

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10. Operating mode
• Natural convection ovens/incubators
The instruments of ICN and TCN series have natural convection. This means that, in the internal chamber of
the instrument, heat is propagated through the natural convective motions created by the thermal exchange
between cold and hot air.
In the ArgoLab natural convection instruments, there are special manual valves aimed at the correct recircula-
tion of the air inside the chambers of ovens and incubators.
NOTE: ArgoLab instruments are supplied with the valves open, it is recommended not to close them to
avoid affecting the performance of the instrument.
NOTE: depending on the model, the lower valves will be present or not.

• Forced ventilation ovens

TCF series instruments have forced ventilation.
This means that, in the internal chamber of the instrument, the heat is homogeneously distributed through
the special fan. In the ArgoLab forced-ventilation stoves (TCF series), there is an adjustable manual valve (ded-
icated to the incoming cold air) aimed at changing the air inside the chamber.
NOTE: ArgoLab ovens are supplied with the valve open, it is recommended not to close it completely
in order not to affect the performance of the instrument.
NOTE: in the TCF 400 model there are n°2 valves for the discharge of hot air (placed on the top) and
n°2 valves for the loading of cold air (placed on the bottom), for each discharge valve, there is a fan.

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 • Forced ventilation incubators
The instruments of the ICF series have forced ventilation.
This means that, in the internal chamber of the instrument, the heat is homogeneously distributed through
the special fan.

11. Operation
• Switching on the instrument
Connect the power cable to a grounded socket. Switch on the instrument using the ON/OFF button. The button
and the display light up. The display shows the initialisation sequence and then the instrument is ready for use.
NOTE: when the instrument is switched on, it emits an intermittent acoustic signal; the visual alarm icon
and the word "end" appear on the display, indicating that a heating cycle had been completed before
switching it off. The acoustic signal can be muted by pressing any key, and the icon appears on the
display.

• QR code programming tutorial

By framing with your cell phone camera the QR code below, you can see a quick tutorial that shows how to set
programs on ArgoLab ovens/incubators PLUS version.

Figure 6

• Programming
Each Argolab oven/incubator can manage up to 7 programmes, each consisting of 10 working steps in which the
temperature, timer and ventilation speed (where applicable) can be set. In addition to the above-mentioned
programmes, there is "PROG 0", which can be used to set a simple operating cycle with a single working step,
consisting of the following parameters: temperature, timer and ventilation speed (where applicable).

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 • Program recall
When the instrument is switched on and in standby (heating cycle off), by briefly pressing the SET/PROG key
once, the word "PROG" and the program number alongside start flashing simultaneously.
Use the keys to call up the desired programme. Confirm by briefly pressing the SET/PROG button . The
selected program is ready to start.

• Modify of a program
To change a program, it is necessary to keep pressed the SET/PROG key for a few seconds: the word "PROG"
and the program number start flashing simultaneously and then only the program number flashes. At this point, it
is possible to choose the program number to be modified using the keys and confirm the choice by pressing
the SET/PROG key briefly. Subsequently, the instrument enters edit mode of the program you want to modify
and the temperature value of the first STEP flashes together with the word "PROG", indicating that you are in the
programming phase.
STEP 1:
Use the and SHIFT keys to set the temperature value of the first working STEP. Briefly press the
SET/PROG button to confirm the temperature value and to switch to the timer value (STEP 1). Use the keys
and SHIFT button to set the desired time value for the first STEP and confirm the value by pressing the
SET/PROG button shortly. If the instrument has forced ventilation, the next parameter will be the fan speed,
which can be set using the buttons in (H=High, M=Medium, L=Low), otherwise go to STEP 2.
STEP 2:
Use the and SHIFT keys to set the temperature value of the second working STEP. Briefly press the
SET/PROG button to confirm the temperature value and to switch to the timer value (STEP 2). Use the keys
and SHIFT button to set the desired time value for the STEP 2 and confirm the value by pressing the
SET/PROG button shortly. If the instrument has forced ventilation, the next parameter will be the fan speed,
which can be set using the buttons in (H=High, M=Medium, L=Low), otherwise go to STEP 3.
REPEAT THE PREVIOUS INSTRUCTIONS FOR EACH STEP YOU WANT TO PROGRAM.
NOTE: if you do not want to use all the 10 STEPS of the program you are storing, it is necessary to force
the instrument to finish the program itself. To do this, simply set the time to "00:00" in the step following
the last one you wish to use.
EXAMPLE: If the last working step to be used is the fifth, it is enough to set the timer in the sixth step to "00:00",
thus forcing the instrument to stop at the end of the fifth step.

• Modify of Prog 0
To modify "PROG 0" select the above-mentioned program in the selection phase and, by keeping pressed the
SET/PROG button for few seconds, the word PROG and the number 0 will flash simultaneously and then only
the number 0; press SET/PROG button again to enter the edit mode which allows to set the desired
temperature, timer and fan speed (where applicable).
NOTE: in "PROG 0" by setting timer 00:00, the Argolab oven/incubator will work at the set temperature
until the operator stops the heating cycle by pressing the START/STOP key .

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 • Start/stop of a program
Once the program(s) has/have been set, it is enough recalling one of them and long press the START/STOP button
(4-5 seconds) to start the selected program.
The word "end" at the top right of the display disappears; the word RUN appears at the bottom left and the display
simultaneously shows program number, step in progress, timer, set temperature, temperature measured inside
the chamber and ventilation speed if present.
At any time, it is possible to stop the cycle manually by long pressing the START/STOP button (4-5 seconds).
At the end of the set program or after the manual stop, the instrument emits an intermittent acoustic signal while
the visual alarm icon and the word "end" appear on the display. Press any key to silence the audible signal and
the icon .
NOTE: The audible signal will not end until it is silenced by the operator, but the heating cycle has ended so the
samples inside the instrument will remain exposed to the temperature inside the chamber.

12. Access to submenu with password

By pressing the SET/PROG and SHIFT keys simultaneously for a few seconds, it is possible to access some
password-protected functions and parameters. To access these sub-menus and avoid entering the operating
parameters by mistake, it is advisable to first press the SHIFT key and then, while holding it down, also press
the SET/PROG key for few seconds. Once this operation has been carried out, the word "Lk" (lock) appears in
the top right-hand corner of the display in place of the word TIME, next to the digits "0000" (password).
Here below, you can find the passwords and the access sequence to the various parameters/functions.
PASSWORD FUNCTION/PARAMETER DESCRIPTION
Pn Number of program to which apply the Delay e Cycle functions
0000 Cy Number of repetitions of a selected program
dy Delay start function
tm Limit temperature for sample protection
Po Restart mode after absence of power energy
AL Temperature limit for over-temperature alarm
0003 Pb Offset temperature on single point
PK Offset temperature on entire range
PA Offset temperature on room temperature sensor

• Number of programs to which apply the Delay and Cycle functions

In Argolab ovens/incubators, it is necessary to define to which programme (from 1 to 7) to apply the start delay
(Delay) and repeat (Cycle) functions. To do this, enter the first sub-menu with access via password (0000), change
the Pn (program number) parameter using the keys and confirm the chosen program by pressing the
SET/PROG key shortly.

• Repetition of a selected program

The instrument allows the selected program to be repeated from 1 to several times. To do this, after having chosen
the program to which to apply the above-mentioned function through the parameter Pn, it is possible to set the
value of Cy (cycle)= 1, 2, 3, .... through the keys and SHIFT button and confirm it by pressing the
SET/PROG key shortly.
NOTE: it is also possible to set the continuous repetition of a program by putting it in continuous loop by setting
the parameter Cy=0.

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 • Delay starts function
After selecting the program to which this function is to be applied through the parameter Pn, it is possible to set a
delay (in hours and minutes) at the start of the operating cycle. Set the desired start delay value (hh:mm) by
pressing the keys . You can move quickly between the figures using the SHIFT key .
Confirm the value by pressing SET/PROG again, the display returns to the standby screen. By long pressing the
START/STOP key (4-5 seconds), the instrument starts the program, but does not start heating immediately:
the word "end" in the top right-hand corner of the display and the delay time flash alternately, marking the wait
from the set delay time to the actual start. Once the set delay time has elapsed, the instrument starts the program
and the regular timer appears on the display.

13. Introduction of samples into oven/incubator

DANGER

Explosion hazard and risk of death

 Never introduce materials into the instrument that are explosive or flammable at the
selected operating temperature.
 Never introduce into the instrument’s materials containing flammable or explosive solvents.
 Never introduce into the instrument materials that by sublimation or pyrolysis create
flammable materials at the selected operating temperature.
Poisoning and death hazard
 Never introduce materials into the instrument which could create poisonous gases.
 Never introduce materials into the instrument that can react with moisture and produce
explosive gases.

• Sample loading
To achieve optimal air circulation inside the ArgoLab oven/incubator chamber, it is recommended to leave
empty spaces between the samples (see Figure 7). For proper convection of the samples, it is recommended
not to put them in contact with the walls of the ArgoLab stove/incubator chamber.

Figure 7

• Temperature limit for sample protection

The instrument foresees the possibility of limiting the maximum working temperature to protect the samples from
an incorrect temperature setting of the heating cycle.
Follow the instructions in paragraph 12 and use the keys to set the password 0003. You can move quickly
between the digits using the SHIFT key . Confirm the value by pressing SET/PROG button again.
The display in the top right-hand corner shows the parameter "tm" (max. temperature) and the maximum value
for that type of instrument (different between oven and incubator).

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Set the maximum temperature value that you do not want the instrument to exceed during operation by pressing
the keys . You can move quickly between the digits using the SHIFT key . Confirm the value by pressing
SET/PROG button again.
NOTE: to determine the correct "tm" value, the natural and inevitable initial temperature peak that the
Argolab oven/incubator will have during thermostatting must be considered.
Application example: If the temperature set for the heating cycle is 100 °C and a limit temperature (tm)
of 70 °C is set, the instrument will attempt to reach the temperature indicated during parameter setting (100 °C),
even if it is higher than the limit temperature set in this submenu (tm). When 70°C is reached the instrument goes
into alarm with an intermittent acoustic signal (can be silenced by pressing any key) and the heating element is no
longer powered until the temperature falls below the limit temperature ("tm").
NOTE: the instrument will always attempt to reach the temperature set for the heating cycle and
consequently, as long as it is higher than the limit temperature, the device will go into an over-
temperature alarm as explained in the previous paragraph.

• Restart mode after absence of power energy

The mode in which the instrument starts working again after a power failure (Po) can be set:
VALUE Po DESCRIPTION
0 When the power supply returns, the instrument does not automatically resume the heating cycle
but must be restarted manually.
1 When the power supply returns, the instrument automatically resumes operation from the
beginning of the interrupted heating cycle.
2 When the power supply returns, the instrument automatically resumes operation from the precise
point in the heating cycle at which it was interrupted.
Follow the instructions in paragraph 12 and use the keys to set the password 0003. You can move quickly
between the digits using the SHIFT key . Confirm the value by pressing SET/PROG button again. The
parameter "tm" (max. temperature) appears in the top right-hand corner of the display, move on to the next
parameter "Po" (Power) by pressing SET/PROG button again. Set the desired value (0, 1, 2) by pressing the
keys . Confirm the value by pressing SET/PROG button again.

• Temperature limit for over-temperature alarm

It is possible for the user to set the temperature value beyond which the instrument goes into overtemperature
alarm.
NOTE: although it can be modified by the operator, this value is already set at the factory and is
specifically calibrated to the type of instrument in question, natural/forced oven or natural/forced
incubator. It is therefore advisable not to modify this value unless strictly necessary, as temperature
fluctuations above or below the set value, especially in natural convection models, are completely normal and
therefore reducing the AL value excessively would risk causing the instrument to go into alarm frequently and
unnecessarily.
Follow the instructions in paragraph 12 and use the keys to set the password 0003. You can move quickly
between the digits using the SHIFT key . Confirm the value by pressing SET/PROG button again. The
parameter "tm" (max temperature) will appear on the display in the top right-hand corner, briefly press the
SET/PROG key to move on to the next parameters. When you reach the AL (alarm) parameter, set the
minimum temperature value above which you want the instrument to go into an overtemperature alarm by
pressing the keys . You can move quickly between the digits using the SHIFT key .
Confirm the value by pressing SET/PROG button again.

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 14. Temperature offset on single point, on entire range, on room
temperature sensor
The instrument allows the user to set the offset values, i.e., the calibration values, on a temperature point, on the
entire temperature range and on the room temperature range.
NOTE: although they can be modified by the operator, these values are already set by the factory and
perfectly calibrated with certified measuring instruments and Accredia references. It is therefore
advisable not to modify these values unless strictly necessary, for example, if a certified digital
thermometer reveals inconsistencies between the temperature readings of the instrument and those taken by the
thermometer itself.
Follow the instructions in paragraph 12 and use the keys to set the password 0003.
You can move quickly between the digits using the SHIFT key . Confirm the value by pressing SET/PROG button
again. The parameter "tm" (max. temperature) will appear on the display in the top right-hand corner, briefly
press SET/PROG button to move on to the next parameters until the desired ones are reached.
PARAMETER DESCRIPTION
By modifying this parameter, it is possible to correct the reading of the PT100 temperature sensor
Pb inside the instrument to a single temperature point. The correction will therefore be referable to
only one specific point.
By modifying this parameter, it is possible to correct the reading of the PT100 temperature sensor
PK inside the instrument over the entire temperature range, i.e., it is possible to vary the inclination
of the reading range of the sensor itself.
By modifying this parameter, it is possible to correct the reading of the PT100 room temperature
PA sensor installed on the instrument (refrigerated versions only) to a single temperature point. The
correction will therefore be referable to only one specific point.

NOTE: For a quick correction on the temperature reading on ArgoLab Plus ovens/incubators, it is
recommended to change the PB offset.
To correct the Pb offset, follow these instructions:
1. Calculate the temperature difference
Temperature measured with thermometer - Temperature read on the instrument oven / Incubator = Temperature Difference (take
into account the sign during the calculation)
2. Add algebraically the value of the calculated difference to the factory Pb offset (take into account the sign
during the calculation)
3. Correction made
E.g.: Detected Temperature = 103°C
Indicated Temperature from oven/Incubator = 105°C
Factory Pb offset = - 5.5
Temperature Difference = Detected Temp. - Indicated Temp. = 103 - 105 = - 2°C
Corrected Offset = Offset + Difference = - 5.5 +(-2) = - 7.5

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 15. Clean and maintenance
A correct maintenance and cleaning of the instrument ensure that it remains in good condition.
The internal chamber of the instrument is made of STAINLESS STEEL, so it can be cleaned with any detergent
provided, that is not aggressive and/or corrosive.
DANGER

Risk of electric shock and death

DO NOT spray water or cleaning agents onto the interior and exterior surfaces.
Switch off the main switch and pull out the mains plug before cleaning.

➢ Dry the instrument completely before switching it on again.

It is recommended that internal and external surfaces are cleaned with a normal all-purpose cleaner sprayed onto
a soft dampened cloth, so that it is not used in concentrated form. Before proceeding with cleaning or
decontamination, the user must ensure that the method used does not damage the instrument.
ATTENTION

Danger of corrosion – Damage to the instrument

 DO NOT use cleaning agents containing acids or halides.
 DO NOT use neutral cleaning agents on other surfaces
(e.g., on galvanised parts of the hinges or the rear wall of the housing).
Eye contact – Eye damage caused by chemical burns
 DO NOT discharge into the sewage system.

➢ Wear safety goggles.

IMPORTANT:
If the instrument is to be sent for service, it should be properly cleaned and possibly decontaminated from
pathogens. It is also advisable to return the instrument in its original packaging to the repair service and if this is
not possible to pack it adequately for transport. Any damage caused by incorrect shipment will not be covered by
warranty.

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 16. Warranty
Under normal use this instrument is guaranteed for a period of 24 months from the date of purchase.
The warranty is valid only if the product purchased remains original. It does not apply to any product or parts
thereof that have been damaged due to incorrect installation, improper connection, misuse, accident or abnormal
operating conditions. No liability is accepted for damages caused by improper use, lack of maintenance and
unauthorised modifications.

17. Disposal of electronic equipment

This equipment is subject to regulations for electronic devices.
Dispose of in accordance with local regulations.

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