3!
!
2.2 TRANSPORT
*IMPORTANT: Do not lift the device using the door or any external component (e.g.
hose connectors or LCD display) attached to the device
To transport, lift from underneath in an upright position and avoid abrupt shaking.
2.3 STACKING
The IRIS system is fully self-stackable. It is not recommended that you stack more
than 2 IRIS systems at a time. Additionally, the movement or disruption of one could
interfere with the image capture process of the other. During image acquisition, the
incubator should not be disturbed.
3 | DESCRIPTION OF THE DEVICE
3.1 INCUBATOR ATMOSPHERE
The working area within the incubator replicates the physiological conditions needed
for the preparation and cultivation of cells and tissue culture. This atmosphere is
regulated by three factors:
● Temperature;
● Humidity;
● CO2 concentration;
● O2 concentration.
Temperature: To ensure a sustained operating condition, ambient temperature within
the room must be at least 18°C and below the desired temperature of incubation.
Humidity: The water tray for the incubator chamber holds up to 2L of diH2O or dH2O
processed water. The heating of the working area within the incubator causes
evaporation of the water, creating constant humidity within the incubator. Under
working conditions of 37°C, a constant relative humidity of 95% can be achieved. The
water bath tray should be checked every week to ensure the presence of water.
*IMPORTANT: DO NOT USE regular tap or bottled water to refill the water tray
For humidification of the incubator, the following water quality is required:
● dH2O - Distilled water and autoclaved for sterilization
● diH2O- Deionized water and autoclaved for sterilization
