Cryogenic Freezer - User Manual [EN]
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1. Lbs hr 75xF Ambient Temperature Flow Rate Center Air Temperature 150xC 140xC 130xC 120xC Liquid LN Chest Freezers Empty 11 3 10 0 9 0 8 0 7 1 1 2 Full 9 7 8 6 7 6 6 8 Full 7 8 6 8 6 0 5 2 Empty 15 2 13 5 11 9 10 3 10 f 1 2 Full 12 0 10 4 9 4 8 3 Full 8 9 7 8 7 0 6 1 Thermo Scientific Cryogenic Storage Freezers 7 Maintenance and Troubleshooting A A 7 1 Condenser Maintenance 7 1 1 Cleaning the Condenser and Filter 7 2 Gasket Maintenance Thermo Scientific Cryopgenic Storage Freezers Maintenance and Troubleshooting WARNING Unauthorized repair of your freezer will invalidate your warranty Contact Technical Service at 1 800 438 4851 for additional 7information CAUTION Maintenance should only be performed by trained personnel Clean the condenser at least every six months more often if the laboratory area is extremely dust prone To clean the condenser complete the following steps 1 Pull the grill open 2 Remove the filter Check the fans If a fan is not operating contact an Authorized Service Company immediately 3 Vacuum the condenser using a soft brush attachment to avoid damaging the fins 4 Remove the filter 5 Vacuum the filter to remove loose dust rinse the filter in clean water shake the excess water from the filter and reinstall the filter 6 Close the grill Periodically check the gaskets around the lid for punctures or tears Lea2. Cryogenic Storage Freezers gt Pip o Installation and Operation y I L 325440H01 Rev A December 2013 Visit us online to register your warranty www thermoscientific com labwarranty Part of Thermo Fisher Scientific SCIENTIFIC IMPORTANT Read this instruction manual Failure to follow the instructions in this manual can result in damage to the unit injury to operating personnel and poor equipment performance CAUTION All internal adjustments and maintenance must be performed by qualified service personnel Material in this manual is for informational purposes only The contents and the product it describes are subject to change without notice Thermo Fisher Scientific makes no representations or warranties with respect to this manual In no event shall Thermo be held liable for any damages direct or incidental arising from or related to the use of this manual 2013 Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc All rights reserved Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc provides this document to its customers with a product purchase to use in the product operation This document is copyright protected and any reproduction of the whole or any part of this document is strictly prohibited except with the written authorization of Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc The contents of this document are subject to change without notice All technical information in this document is for reference purposes only System configurations and specificati
3. the key switch to ALARM ON The freezer is ready to operate Note Ifa power failure lasting over 30 seconds occurs the POWER ON light goes out and the POWER FAILURE light and digital temperature display flash simultaneously Y IMPORTANT NOTE You must turn the three position key switch to the ALARM ON SETPOINT SECURITY position to activate the alarm and place it in security operation Do not perform this action until the cabinet temperature drops below the warm alarm setpoint Thermo Scientific Cryogenic Storage Freezers Operation 6 3 4 Alarm Reset amp Status The alarm reset feature ensures user acknowledgment of the occurrence of Lights certain alarm conditions This provides greater monitoring power by alerting the user if an alarm condition has occurred during periods when the freezer must be left unattended The alarm conditions incorporating this feature are e Temperature Failure Warm Alarm e Temperature Failure Cold Alarm e Voltage Low Power Failure Life Guard Alert Extreme Ambient Alert During any of these alarm conditions the corresponding indicator will flash quickly approximately 90 times per minute If the alarm condition then disappears the flash rate will decrease to approximately 15 times per minute The indicator will then remain flashing at this rate unless the condition reoccurs until the Alarm Reset button is pressed Once this has occurred the indicator will no longer be lit In the case of T
4. part beyond the original two year warranty period The Technical Services Department must give prior approval for the return of any components or equipment THIS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES WHETHER WRITTEN ORAL OR IMPLIED NO WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE SHALL APPLY Thermo shall not be liable for any indirect or consequential damages including without limitation damages relating to lost profits or loss of products Your local Thermo Scientific Sales Office is ready to help with comprehensive site preparation information before your equipment arrives Printed instruction manuals carefully detail equipment installation operation and preventive maintenance If equipment service is required please call your Technical Services Department at 1 800 438 4851 USA and Canada We re ready to answer your questions on equipment warranty operation maintenance service and special applications Outside the USA contact your local Thermo Scientific office or distributor for warranty information Installation and Operation Manual 25 Warranty 26 Installation and Operation Manual THERMO FISHER SCIENTIFIC FREEZER INTERNATIONAL WARRANTY The Warranty Period starts two months from the date your equipment is shipped from our facility This allows for shipping time so the warranty will go into effect at approximately the same time your equipment is delivered The warranty protec
5. to lost profits or loss of products Your local Thermo Scientific Sales Office is ready to help with comprehensive site preparation information before your equipment arrives Printed instruction manuals carefully detail equipment installation operation and preventive maintenance If equipment service is required please contact your local Thermo Scientific office or local distributor We re ready to answer your questions on equipment warranty operation maintenance service and special applications Outside the USA contact your local Thermo Scientific office or distributor for warranty information Thermo Scientific Cryogenic Storage Freezers Important For your future reference and when contacting the factory please have the following information readily available Model Number Serial Number Date Purchased The above information can be found on the dataplate attached to the equipment If available please provide the date purchased the source of purchase manufacturer or specific agent rep organization and purchase order number IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE SALES DIVISION Phone 1 866 984 3766 866 9 THERMO LABORATORY PARTS and SERVICE Phone 1 800 438 4851 TECHNICAL SUPPORT Phone 1 800 438 4851 Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc 275 Aiken Road Asheville NC 28804 United States www thermofisher com 303226F Pct
6. voltage fluctuations not to exceed 10 of the nominal voltage The last character in the model number listed on the dataplate identifies the electrical specifications for your unit The voltage types are D M and V as specified in the following table Table 1 Electrical Specifications Model Voltage dc sind Amps Breaker 10140D 208 230V 60Hz 19 23 0 30A 10140M 380V 50Hz 3 11 0 15A 10140V 230V 50Hz 10 23 0 30A 7150D 208 230V 60Hz 19 23 0 30A 7150M 380V 50Hz 3 11 0 15A 7150V 230V 50Hz 10 23 0 30A Installation and Operation Manual 5 Installation 5 Installation 5 1 Location A 5 2 Wiring pp A 6 Installation and Operation Manual WARNING Do not exceed the electrical ratings printed on the dataplate located on the lower left side of the unit CAUTION Improper operation of the equipment could result in dangerous conditions To preclude hazard and minimize risk follow all instructions and operate within the design limits noted on the dataplate Install the unit in a level well ventilated indoor area free from vibration and excessive dust To provide adequate ventilation be sure to leave at least 12 inches of clearance on the sides and behind the unit CAUTION To allow for proper air flow a minimum of 12 inches of clearance space is required on the sides and behind the freezer Allow enough clearance so that the lid can swing open at least 90 degrees Do not posit
7. EMPERATURE FAILURE WARM ALARM and TEMPERATURE FAILURE COLD ALARM if these conditions have occurred but are now within the given limits the two indicators will alternately flash 180 out of phase In addition for these two temperatures failures the highest temperature and lowest temperature respectively during the error condition will be saved Prior to the temperature failure being reset the temperature extreme may be viewed by pressing the Cabinet Temperature pad in conjunction with either the Warm Alarm Setpoint pad or the Cold Alarm Setpoint pad Note Once the Alarm Reset button is depressed the excursion temperature value is reset to the current cabinet temperature Thermo Scientific Cryopgenic Storage Freezers Installation and Operation Manual 13 Operation 6 3 5 Alarm Test 6 4 Frame Heater Switch 14 Installation and Operation Manual To test the warm alarm complete the following steps 1 Press and hold the Alarm Test pad The digital temperature display indicates rising temperature When the temperature reaches the warm alarm value the alarm sounds Note 7e temperature of the refrigerated space does not change during this procedure Only the sensor is heated 2 Release the Alarm Test pad the sensor and display return to cabinet temperature in a few minutes You can press the Audio Silence pad to silence the alarm but the alarm will ring back in five to seven minutes You can silence the alarm in this mann
8. N The flow of liquid LN will be discontinued if the lid is opened during operation of the backup system For units operated with free standing field installed type backup system the flow of liquid LN will be discontinued upon lid opening only if the switch provided with the free standing package is installed on the freezer Field installed systems are supplied with complete installation and operating instructions If your system is factory installed the freezer is shipped with a coiled length of tubing to connect the freezer to the bottles 5 8 in OD copper tubing covered with Armaflex insulating tubing for connection to the LN supply Straighten the coiled tubing and connect one end to the labeled connection on the freezer and the other end to the supply bottle or building supply fitting Thermo Scientific Cryogenic Storage Freezers Operation 6 4 3 Operation To activate the optional backup system complete the following steps 1 Push the Power Switch to the ON position The digital temperature display window shows the current cabinet temperature 2 Press and hold the Push to Set button to display the setpoint temperature in the digital temperature display window 3 Use a small screwdriver to rotate the Setpoint Adjust screw until the correct backup operating temperature shows in the display window The backup system setpoint should be at least 5 C warmer than the warm alarm setpoint For example if your control setpo
9. URE C POWER PUSH OFF O TO SET SETPOINT A ON ADJUST Power Temperature Control Switch Set Button Figure 2 Control Panel for Optional Built In Backup System Thermo Scientific Cryopgenic Storage Freezers Installation and Operation Manual 15 Operation 6 4 1 LN Precautions gt Pe Pe Pe 6 4 2 Installation 16 Installation and Operation Manual The following are precautions for using liquid LN backup systems WARNING Transport the cylinders in a hand truck or cart with secure chain ties for the cylinder After cylinders are connected to the equipment securely attach them with chains to a solid stationary object such as a building column WARNING LN liquid is non poisonous but it is very cold and will burn unprotected skin Always wear protective eyewear and clothing when changing cylinders or working on the piping systems attached to an active source of liquid refrigerant WARNING The gases produced by evaporation of LN are non poisonous but displace the oxygen in a confined space and can cause asphyxiation Do not store the cylinders in subsurface or enclosed areas CAUTION When closing the cylinder valve make sure that the injection solenoid is energized to allow all the liquid to bleed off instead of being trapped in the supply tubing Failure to do this results in activation of the pressure relief device which could damage the freezer and requires replacing if it is activated CAUTIO
10. ase both pads when the digital temperature display window shows the correct setpoint value Note Jfno keys are pressed within ten seconds the temperature display reverts to the cabinet temperature Thermo Scientific Cryopgenic Storage Freezers Installation and Operation Manual 11 Operation 6 3 3 Setting the Alarms A 12 Installation and Operation Manual To set the cold alarm complete the following steps 1 Confirm that the key switch is at the Power On position Setpoint Security disabled 2 Press and hold the Cold Alarm Setpoint pad The LED next to this pad lights The temperature display shows the Cold Alarm value 3 Press and hold A or xz to adjust the Cold Alarm Setpoint This setpoint should be at least 10 C colder than the operating setpoint 4 Release both pads when the digital temperature display window shows the correct setpoint value To set the warm alarm complete the following steps 1 Confirm that the key switch is at the Power On position Setpoint Security disabled 2 Pressand hold the Warm Alarm Setpoint pad The LED next to this pad lights The temperature display shows the Warm Alarm value 3 Press and hold A or to adjust the Warm Alarm Setpoint This setpoint should be at least 10 C warmer than the operating setpoint 4 Release both pads when the digital temperature display window shows the correct setpoint value When the cabinet temperature drops below the Warm Alarm setting turn
11. back and forth while pulling it off The fittings are tight Remove the battery and put the new battery in place Note You may have to cut a strip of silicone rubber in order to remove the battery 4 Connect the battery terminals and replace the front grill Thermo Scientific Cryogenic Storage Freezers Maintenance and Troubleshooting 7 5 Troubleshooting Procedures Table 1 2 Troubleshooting Procedures Problem Details Check Fuse indicator is Surge protector is blown on Clean Filter indicator is Condenser filter is dirty Refer to Section 7 1 on on page 19 Alarm Battery Low Alarm battery is low on charge indicator is on Voltage Boost indicator Low incoming line voltage to the freezer is on No display no fans No power to the unit running Thermo Scientific Cryopgenic Storage Freezers Installation and Operation Manual 21 Chart Recorders 8 Chart Recorders 8 1 Set Up and Operation 22 Installation and Operation Manual Panel mounted six inch seven day recorders are available as options for all freezer models To prepare the recorder to function properly complete the following steps Open the recorder door to access the recorder 2 Connect the nine volt DC battery located at the recorder s upper right corner This battery provides backup power 3 Install clean chart paper refer to Section 8 3 below 4 Remove the plastic cap from the pen st
12. e first stage compressor has gone into a cautionary state of operation to help prevent failure 8 Installation and Operation Manual Thermo Scientific Cryogenic Storage Freezers Thermo Scientific Cryopgenic Storage Freezers 10 11 13 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 Operation Check Fuse Light This indicator lights when the surge protector on the main electronic panel is blown by a power surge Alarm Test Pad Press this pad to start an alarm test refer to Section 6 3 5 Alarm Reset Pad Press this pad to reset slowly blinking indicators Slowly blinking indicators denote that the condition has occurred but is now within the given operating parameters This pad is also depressed to temporarily silence the audible alarm Cold Alarm Setpoint Press this pad to set the cold alarm refer to Section 6 3 3 Warm Alarm Setpoint Press this pad to set the warm alarm refer to Section 6 3 3 Control Setpoint Press this pad to set the cabinet temperature refer to Section 6 3 2 Cabinet Temperature Indicator This indicator lights when the temperature display window is showing the cabinet temperature Digital Temperature Display Window This window displays chamber temperature alarm values etc depending on the operating status of the freezer and the procedure being performed Decrement Pad gt Use this pad to decrease temperature values Increment Pad A Use this pad to increase temperatur
13. e values Extreme Ambient Alert This indicator lights when the ambient temperature has exceeded the upper limit of the recommended operating range If the Extreme Ambient Alert is activated the ambient environment needs to be improved for proper function of the freezer Clean Filter Indicator This indicator lights when the air cooled condenser or air filter is dirty Alarm Battery Low Indicator This indicator lights when the charge on the alarm battery is low Press this button to display the percent of full battery charge in the digital display window Voltage Boost Indicator This indicator lights when incoming voltage is low and the Voltage Safeguard has been activated Press this pad to display the current line voltage in the digital display window Installation and Operation Manual 9 Operation 6 2 Initial Loading A 10 Installation and Operation Manual 20 Alarm On Set Point Security Indicator This indicator lights when the alarm is activated It also indicates that Setpoint Security is activated The following indicators are available only when the freezer is equipped with the optional backup system 21 Backup System Supply On Indicator 22 Backup System Empty Indicator 23 Backup System Battery Low Indicator After reading and completing the Safety Considerations Pre InstOallation Installation and Operation sections of this manual turn the Key Switch to the POWER ON position and adjust the temperature se
14. er as many times as necessary until the sensor cools below the warm alarm temperature The alarm quits automatically when the sensor cools below the warm alarm value Note There is a limit on the alarm test feature The alarm test will not commence if the warm alarm setpoint is more than 15 degrees warmer than the operating temperature setpoint Cryogenic chest freezers 140 and 150 C have a frame heater switch which can be used to prevent or remove condensation near the freezer compartment lid The switch is located in back of the unit near the top center to the right of the junction box Turning the switch to the up position heats up the frame around the lid Heating the frame has no effect on interior cabinet temperature You can turn on the switch whenever there is condensation near the lid Thermo Scientific Cryogenic Storage Freezers Operation 6 5 Backup System When you purchase a built in LN optional backup system for the freezer Optional the backup system control panel is located behind a hinged panel adjacent to the grill refer to Figure 3 equipped with siphon tubes for withdrawing liquid from the bottom of the cylinder LN bottles are functional at any reasonable temperature Note Always purchase 22 psig supply cylinders and ensure that they are Use this panel to set the backup initiation temperature Digital Temperature Temperature Control Display Es Setpoint Screw 140 TEMPERAT
15. int is 150 C and your warm alarm setpoint is 140 C the backup system setpoint should be no colder than 135 C Note The temperature shown in the display window is accurate to 1 C The backup system can run for a minimum of eight hours on a fully charged battery Note You must push the Power Switch to the ON position in order to activate the backup system 6 4 4 System Status Lights In addition to the backup control system the built in backup system includes main control panel system status lights These lights are only available when the backup system is installed e The Supply On Indicator lights when the backup system is operating on battery power e The Backup System Battery Low Indicator lights when the backup system battery charge is low The built in battery charger recharges the battery to full charge when power is restored to the system Note Since rechargeable batteries degrade over time the battery should be replaced after approximately one or two years Thermo Scientific Cryopgenic Storage Freezers Installation and Operation Manual 17 Operation 18 Installation and Operation Manual e The Backup System Empty Indicator lights when the standby LN bottle is empty LNo Inlet Conn Copper Tubing Factory Supplied 0 625 O D 2 375 MACHINE COMPARTMENT REAR VIEW Figure 3 Location of LN Connection Site Table 1 1 Backup System Flow Rates Cryogenic Freezers
16. ion the equipment in direct sunlight or near heating diffusers radiators or other sources of heat The ambient temperature range at the location must be 59 to 77 F 15 to 25 C Make sure that there is no other equipment discharging condenser outlet air near the freezer s condenser inlet Always connect the freezer to a dedicated separate circuit Supply voltage must be within 10 or 10 of the freezer rated voltage CAUTION Connect the equipment to the correct power source Incorrect voltage can result in severe damage to the equipment CAUTION For personal safety and trouble free operation this unit must be properly grounded before it is used Failure to ground the equipment may cause personal injury or damage to the equipment Always conform to the National Electrical Code and local codes Do not connect the unit to overloaded power lines CAUTION Do not position the unit in a way that impedes access to the disconnecting device or circuit breaker in the back of the unit Thermo Scientific Cryogenic Storage Freezers Installation WARNING Never cut the grounding prong from the service cord plug If the prong is removed the warranty is invalidated 5 3 Leveling The unit must be level both front to back and side to side To level chest models leave the casters in place and shim the low wheel s with strips of sheet metal cut at least 1 2 in wider than the caster Thermo Scientific Cryopgenic Storage Freezers Installati
17. ks are indicated by a streak of frost which forms at the point of gasket failure Make sure that the cabinet is level refer to Section 5 3 on page 7 for leveling information Keep the lid gasket clean and frost free by wiping gently with a soft cloth or soft brush Installation and Operation Manual 19 Maintenance and Troubleshooting 7 3 Defrosting the Freezer 7 4 Alarm Battery Maintenance 20 Installation and Operation Manual Defrost the freezer once a year or whenever the ice buildup exceeds 1 4 To defrost complete the following steps l 2 Remove all products and place in another freezer Turn off the freezer Open the outer lid and sub lids Let the freezer stand with the lids open for at least 24 hours This allows both the interior and foamed refrigerant system to warm to room temperature Dispose of the ice and wipe out any water standing in the bottom of the cabinet If there is freezer odor wash the interior with a solution of baking soda and warm water Clean the exterior with any common household cleaner Reinstall the sub lids close the lid restart the freezer and reload Have a technician check the condition of the alarm battery at least once a year To replace the alarm battery complete the following steps li Remove the front grill The alarm battery is located directly behind the grill The terminals are the push on type Grasp the terminal with pliers and work it gently
18. lid for extended time periods since chamber temperature air will escape rapidly Room air which is higher in humidity replacing chamber air may cause frost to develop in the chamber more rapidly At delivery examine the exterior for physical damage while the carrier s representative is present If exterior damage is present carefully unpack and inspect the unit and all accessories for damage If there is no exterior damage unpack and inspect the equipment within five days of delivery If you find any damage keep the packing materials and immediately report the damage to the carrier Do not return goods without written authorization When submitting a claim for shipping damage request that the carrier inspect the shipping container and equipment CAUTION Do not discard the sublids from chest style units The sublids are necessary to maintain correct temperature moisture control and economy of operation Thermo Scientific Cryogenic Storage Freezers 4 Operating Standards 4 1 Electrical Specifications Thermo Scientific Cryopgenic Storage Freezers Operating Standards The freezers described in this manual are classified for use as stationary equipment in a Pollution Degree 2 and Overvoltage Category I environment These units are designed to operate under the following environmental conditions e Indoor use e Altitude up to 2000m e Maximum relative humidity 60 for temperatures up to 32 C 90 F e Main supply
19. on and Operation Manual 7 Operation 6 Operation 6 1 Control Panel Features 22 NACKUP SYSTEM SUPPLY Surely BATTERY ON PTY LO cabinet temperature ife guard alet extreme ambient alert C clean filter control set point off power orf l vas e power failure alarm o C temperature failure C set point secu ity warm alarm set point alarm A battery low O cold alarm set point Figure 1 Control Panel with Optional Backup System Before the initial start up take some time to become familiar with the controls on your freezer Figure 1 illustrates the Thermo Scientific Cryogenic Freezer control panel Note Figure 1 shows all possible functions These functions vary depending on the options You may not have all of the functions on your equipment The LN Backup System lights 21 22 23 represent status indicators for a built in LN backup system which is optional 1 Three position keyed Power On Switch 2 Power On Indicator This indicator lights when power is connected to the freezer 3 Temperature Failure Indicator This indicator lights when the freezer temperature deviates either above or below the alarm temperature settings 4 Power Failure Indicator This indicator lights when there is a power failure to the freezer 5 Life Guard Alert Indicator This indicator lights when th
20. ons in this document supersede all previous information received by the purchaser Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc makes no representations that this document is complete accurate or error free and assumes no responsibility and will not be liable for any errors omissions damage or loss that might result from any use of this document even if the information in the document is followed properly This document is not part of any sales contract between Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc and a purchaser This document shall in no way govern or modify any Terms and Conditions of Sale which Terms and Conditions of Sale shall govern all conflicting information between the two documents Table of Contents Table of Contents Cryogenic Modelsso edite beu nni 1 Safety PRECALILI OILS a esed pco enel Eripe ign ei opnte beet e ve s 2 General Recommendations eee 4 Temperature Monitoring 5 adu heater one leal sais 4 Recommended WSe ceo tet atte te aca etus 4 Unpacking EE 4 Operating Standards ueneno eer reta ege terri teur ota ttd ate 5 Electrical Specifications c ones tau est alc duttadias 5 Installato Ms serene eesse ie ses eae Naa lvo bsc terti me odes 6 Location ER 6 AW SING ud deobb n ral tceta cba s oh Re desir A 6 Leveling Sth ts cere hts cel eet oco ds Caesa 7 LO cii Me EE 8 Control Paus eM eats eS sac oed qeu 8 Imal Loading etait iiec sn EA int 10 Sci ar E 11 Frame Heater Switehi dd o o eot Release 14 Back
21. s 3 times to confirm the resetting press the 3 button The pin arm should then return to indicate the current temperature Repeat Steps 1 3 if necessary Thermo Scientific Cryogenic Storage Freezers 9 Warranty Thermo Scientific Cryopgenic Storage Freezers Warranty Be sure to register your warranty online www thermoscientific com labwarranty THERMO FISHER SCIENTIFIC USA FREEZER WARRANTY The Warranty Period starts two weeks from the date your equipment is shipped from our facility This allows for shipping time so the warranty will go into effect at approximately the same time your equipment is delivered The warranty protection extends to any subsequent owner during the warranty period During the first two years of the warranty period component parts proven to be non conforming in materials or workmanship will be repaired or replaced at Thermo s expense labor included The ULT Freezers include an additional three year warranty on the compressors parts only EO B factory Installation and calibration is not covered by this warranty agreement The Technical Services Department must be contacted for warranty determination and direction prior to any work being performed Expendable items i e glass filters pilot lights light bulbs and door gaskets are excluded from this warranty Replacement or repair of component parts or equipment under this warranty shall not extend the warranty to either the equipment or to the component
22. t been altered in any way WARNING Your unit must be properly grounded in conformity with national and local electrical codes Never connect the unit to overloaded power sources WARNING Disconnect the unit from all power sources before cleaning troubleshooting or performing other maintenance on the product or its gt gt gt gt controls Thermo Scientific Cryopgenic Storage Freezers Installation and Operation Manual 3 General Recommendations 3 General Recommendations 3 1 Temperature Monitoring gt 3 2 Recommended Use gt PP 3 3 Unpacking A 4 Installation and Operation Manual IMPORTANT NOTE We recommend the use ofa redundant and independent temperature monitoring system so that the freezer can be monitored continuously for performance commensurate with the value of product stored The refrigeration system is designed to maintain cryogenic temperatures with safety only when the freezer is used for storage These models may be used in an ambient environment of 15 25 C 59 77 F This unit is not intended for use as a medical device CAUTION This unit is not a rapid freeze device Freezing large quantities of liquid or high water content items will temporarily increase the chamber temperature and will cause the compressors to operate for a prolonged time period This activity could also cause damage to the cabinet WARNING DO NOT store flammable liquids in this unit Avoid opening the
23. tentially hazardous situations which if not avoided could result in serious injury or death WARNING This symbol indicates situations where dangerous voltages exist and potential for electrical shock is present The snowflake symbol indicates extreme low temperatures and high risk of frostbite Do not touch bare metal or samples with unprotected body parts This symbol indicates a need to use gloves during the indicated procedures If performing decontamination procedures use chemically resistant gloves Use insulated gloves for handling samples and when using liquid nitrogen Before installing using or maintaining this product please be sure to read this manual and product warning labels carefully Failure to follow these instructions may cause this product to malfunction which could result in injury or damage gt OPPBPPP Pb 2 Installation and Operation Manual Thermo Scientific Cryogenic Storage Freezers Safety Precautions Below are important safety precautions that apply to this product Use this product only in the way described in the product literature and in this manual Before using it verify that this product is suitable for its intended use If this equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer the protection provided by the equipment may be impaired Do not modify system components especially the controller Use OEM exact replacement equipment or parts Before use confirm that the product has no
24. the reference mark a small groove on the left side of the recorder panel 4 Replace the center nut and hand tighten Press the Change Chart button again to resume temperature recording This recorder has been accurately calibrated at the factory and retains calibration even during power interruptions If required however adjustments can be made as follows 1 Run the unit continuously at the control setpoint temperature Continue steady operation for at least two hours to provide adequate time for recorder response 2 Measure cabinet center temperature with a calibrated temperature monitor 3 Compare the recorder temperature to the measured cabinet temperature If necessary adjust recorder by pressing the left 41 in Figure 6 and right 2 chart buttons Installation and Operation Manual 23 Chart Recorders 24 Installation and Operation Manual Note The stylus does not begin to move until the button is held for five seconds If you find that the recorder frequently needs to be calibrated after paper changes the program may have changed To confirm that the program is correct 1 Press button 3 in Figure 6 and allow the pin to move off the scale 2 Press 1 for 10 seconds and release 3 Confirm that the green LED flashes 3 times followed by a pause If the number of blinks is greater than or less than 3 adjust the number using the left 1 in Figure 6 and right 2 chart buttons 4 When the green LED blink
25. tion extends to any subsequent owner during the warranty period Dealers who stock our equipment are allowed an additional four months for delivery and installation providing the warranty card is completed and returned to the Technical Services Department During the first two years of the warranty period component parts proven to be non conforming in materials or workmanship will be repaired or replaced at Thermo s expense labor excluded The ULT Freezers include an additional three year warranty on the compressors parts only EO B factory Installation and calibration is not covered by this warranty agreement The Technical Services Department must be contacted for warranty determination and direction prior to any work being performed Expendable items i e glass filters pilot lights light bulbs and door gaskets are excluded from this warranty Replacement or repair of component parts or equipment under this warranty shall not extend the warranty to either the equipment or to the component part beyond the original two year warranty period The Technical Services Department must give prior approval for the return of any components or equipment THIS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES WHETHER WRITTEN ORAL OR IMPLIED NO WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE SHALL APPLY Thermo shall not be liable for any indirect or consequential damages including without limitation damages relating
26. tpoint if necessary following the instructions in Section 6 3 below The setpoint should be 140 C for ULT10140 models 150 C for UL7150 models Allow the freezer to operate at the desired temperature for a minimum of 12 hours before loading CAUTION Failure to follow these procedures or overloading the unit may cause undue stress on the compressor or jeopardize user product safety Thermo Scientific Cryogenic Storage Freezers Operation 6 3 Start Up Refer to Figure 1 as you complete the following procedures 6 3 1 Turning the Power On To start up your cryogenic freezer complete the following steps 1 Connect the freezer to the power source 2 urn the key switch to the POWER ON position The Power On LED and the Cabinet Temperature LED illuminate Note The alarm function is not active at this time Refer to 6 3 3 for information about setting the alarms In addition the Setpoint Security will be deactivated in this key position 3 The unit will start about 30 seconds later 6 3 2 Setting the Cabinet To set the cabinet temperature complete the following steps Temperature 1 Press and hold the Control Setpoint pad 2 The Control setpoint LED lights and the Cabinet Temperature LED goes out 3 Press and hold A to increase the temperature or xz to decrease the temperature The digital display scrolls through temperature settings Required setpoint is 140 C for 10140 models 150 C for 7150 models 4 Rele
27. up System Optional ettet ete toes 15 Maintenance and Troubleshooting ess 19 Condenser Maintenance a5 ep eu ond caer acta 19 Gasket Mairiten NcE nnii esque APA eae 19 Defrosting the Freezer o i tee iere savant retro poesie eus 20 Alarm Battery Mainitetiance uus osea etes Rer te Sae 20 Troubleshooting Procedures rites 21 Chart Recorders uc ono nene ette o se aou tenet deis aUe rias 22 Sep Up and Operation neoini e n a a i med 22 Power Supply seruire cpu es O a 23 Changing Chart Papet sessssssssssesssessssssersrsrsrsrsrsrsrseseseseseseseses 23 Calibration Adjustment 5c e e ettet ss 23 b forc d e m 25 Cryogenic Models 1 Cryogenic Models The following cryogenic models are described in this manual Model Number Suffix ULT 10140 9 D 19 ULI 10140 9 M 24 ULI 10140 9 V 23 ULT 7150 9 D 19 ULT 7150 9 M 24 ULT 7150 9 V 23 Thermo Scientific Cryopgenic Storage Freezers Installation and Operation Manual 1 Safety Precautions 2 Safety Precautions In this manual the following symbols and conventions are used This symbol used alone indicates important operating instructions which reduce the risk of injury or poor performance of the unit CAUTION This symbol in the context of a CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in minor to moderate injury or damage to the equipment WARNING This symbol indicates po
28. ylus and close the recorder door Recorder operation begins when the system is powered on The recorder may not respond until the system reaches temperatures within the recorder s range 9 Volt Battery Chart Buttons Imprinting Stylus Reference Mark Hub Nut and Chart Retaining Wire Figure 4 Chart Recorder CHANGE CHART DER Figure 5 Chart Buttons Thermo Scientific Cryogenic Storage Freezers 8 2 Power Supply 8 3 Changing Chart Paper 8 4 Calibration Adjustment Thermo Scientific Cryopgenic Storage Freezers Chart Recorders The recorder normally uses AC power when the system is operating If AC power fails the LED indicator flashes to alert you to a power failure The recorder continues sensing cabinet temperature and the chart continues turning for approximately 24 hours with back up power provided by the nine volt battery The LED indicator glows continuously when main power is functioning and the battery is charged When the battery is low the LED flashes to indicate that the battery needs to be changed To change the chart paper complete the following steps Locate the pressure sensitive buttons at the front upper left of the recorder panel 2 Press and hold the Change Chart button 3 in Figure 6 for one second The pen will move off the scale 3 Unscrew the center nut remove the old chart paper and install new chart paper Carefully align the day and time with
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