1. Plug the unit into a power outlet and press the power switch; the display screen will light up. At this point, the screen displays the actual temperature and humidity inside the incubator chamber.
2. Do not use acids, alkalis, or other corrosive substances to wipe the exterior surface. The interior of the chamber may be wiped down periodically using a dry cloth.
3. Temperature Adjustment: Press the temperature setting button on the mold incubator; the digital display will show the current setpoint. Rotate the temperature adjustment potentiometer to the desired temperature value, then release the button; the digital display will revert to showing the actual temperature inside the incubation chamber. At this stage, if the actual temperature inside the incubator is lower than the setpoint, the heating indicator light will illuminate, and the heating element will begin to heat. If the actual temperature is higher than the setpoint, the cooling indicator light will illuminate, and the refrigeration system will begin to cool. If both the heating and cooling indicator lights are off, the incubator is currently maintaining a constant temperature.
4. If sterilization of the chamber is not required, the sterilization switch located on the control panel should be set to the "Off" position.
5. Once the temperature for the mold incubator has been set, avoid repeatedly turning the temperature control knob back and forth. Such actions can cause the compressor to cycle on and off too frequently, potentially leading to compressor overload and reducing the unit's service life.
6. Two fuse boxes are located on the back of the unit: the 2A fuse protects the cooling and heating loads, while the 8A fuse protects the control circuitry power supply. If the machine malfunctions—for instance, if temperature control fails, or if the unit fails to heat or cool—you must first disconnect the power supply. Then, check the respective fuses to ensure they are intact before proceeding to inspect the corresponding components.
7. Humidity Adjustment: Press the humidity setting button; the digital display will show the current setpoint. Rotate the humidity adjustment potentiometer to the desired humidity value, then release the button; the digital display will revert to showing the actual humidity inside the mold incubator. When the actual humidity inside the incubation chamber falls below the set humidity level, the humidifier activates to increase humidity, and the humidity indicator light turns on; conversely, when the actual humidity exceeds the set value, the humidifier ceases operation, and the humidity indicator light turns off.
8. When operating the unit at lower temperatures, periodically drain any accumulated water from the drip tray located at the bottom of the mold incubator chamber.
9. In the event of a humidifier malfunction, please refer to the humidifier's user manual to locate the nearest authorized service center for repairs.
10. If the mold incubator's humidity sensor remains exposed to high-humidity conditions for an extended period, condensation may form, causing the displayed humidity value to remain persistently high. To restore accurate humidity readings, power off the unit, open the chamber door, and allow the sensor to air-dry naturally at room temperature before resuming operation.
11. Installation of the Mold Incubator Humidifier: Plug the humidifier's power cord into the power outlet located on the back of the instrument. Next, connect the instrument's humidification tube to the humidifier, ensuring that the connection is secure and airtight. When filling the humidifier's water tank, strictly follow the correct procedures outlined in the user manual.
12. When the mold incubator is not in use, disconnect the power plug from the mains outlet.
13. If the mold incubator's humidification function is not going to be used for an extended period, ensure that all water is drained from the water tank.