Binder APT.line BD Series User manual

Issue 11/2010 Art. No. 7001-0026
Operating Manual
APT.line™ BD (E2)
Incubators with gravity (natural) convection
APT.line™ ED (E2)
Heating ovens with gravity convection
APT.line™ FD (E2)
Heating ovens with forced convection
with R3 Controller
BINDER GmbH
Address Post office box 102
D-78502 Tuttlingen
Tel. [phone]
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EG – KONFORMITÄTSERKLÄRUNG
EC - DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
CE - DECLARATION DE CONFORMITE
Anbieter / Supplier / Fournisseur: BINDER GmbH
Anschrift / Address / Adresse: Im Mittleren Ösch 5, D-78532 Tuttlingen
Produkt / Product / Produit: Brutschränke mit natürlicher Umluft
Incubators with gravity (natural) convection
Incubateurs à circulation d’air naturelle
Typenbezeichnung / Type / Type: BD 23, BD 53, BD 115, BD 240, BD 400, BD 720
Die oben beschriebenen Produkte sind konform mit folgenden EG-Richtlinien:
The products described above are in conformity with the following EC guidelines:
Les produits décrits ci-dessus sont conformes aux directives CE suivantes:
Niederspannungsrichtlinie
2006/95/EG
Low voltage directive
2006/95/EC
Directive basse tension
2006/95/CE
Richtlinie 2006/95/EG des Europäischen Parlaments und des
Rates vom 12. Dezember 2006 zur Angleichung der
Rechtsvorschriften der Mitgliedstaaten betreffend elektrische
Betriebsmittel zur Verwendung innerhalb bestimmter
Spannungsgrenzen
Council Directive 2006/95/EC of 12 December 2006 on the
harmonization of the laws of Member States relating to electrical
equipment designed for use within certain voltage limits
Directive 2006/95/CE du Parlement Européen et du Conseil du 12
décembre 2006 concernant le rapprochement des législations des
États membres relatives au matériel électrique destiné à être
employé dans certaines limites de tension
EMV-Richtlinie
2004/108/EG
EMC Directive
2004/108/EC
Directive CEM
2004/108/CE
Richtlinie 2004/108/EG des Europäischen Parlaments und des
Rates vom 15. Dezember 2004 zur Angleichung der
Rechtsvorschriften der Mitgliedstaaten über die
elektromagnetische Verträglichkeit und zur Aufhebung der
Richtlinie 89/336/EWG.
Directive 2004/108/EC of the European Parliament and of the
Council of 15 December 2004 on the approximation of the laws of
the Member States relating to electromagnetic compatibility and
repealing Directive 98/336/EEC.
Directive 2004/108/CE du Parlement Européen et du Conseil du
15 décembre 2004 relative au rapprochement des législations des
États membres concernant la compatibilité électromagnétique et
abrogeant le directive 98/336/CEE.
Die oben beschriebenen Produkte tragen entsprechend die Kennzeichnung CE.
The products described above, corresponding to this, bear the CE-mark.
Les produits décrits ci-dessus, en correspondance, portent l’indication CE.
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Die oben beschriebenen Produkte sind konform mit folgenden harmonisierten Normen:
The products described above are in conformity with the following harmonized standards:
Les produits décrits ci-dessus sont conformes aux normes harmonisées suivantes:
Sicherheit / safety / sécurité:
EN 61010-1:2001 Sicherheitsbestimmungen für elektrische Mess-, Steuer-, Regel- und
Laborgeräte – Teil 1: Allgemeine Anforderungen
Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement, control,
and laboratory use – Part 1: General requirements
Règles de sécurité pour appareils électriques de mesurage, de
régulation et de laboratoire – Partie 1 : Prescriptions générales
EN 61010-2-010:2003 Sicherheitsbestimmungen für elektrische Meß-, Steuer-, Regel- und
Laborgeräte – Teil 2-010: Besondere Anforderungen an Laborgeräte für
das Erhitzen von Stoffen
Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement, control,
and laboratory use – Part 2-010: Particular requirements for laboratory
equipment for the heating of materials
Règles de sécurité pour appareils électriques de mesurage, de
régulation et de laboratoire. Partie 2-010 : Prescriptions particulières
pour appareils de laboratoire utilisés pour l’échauffement des matières
EMV / EMC / CEM:
EN 61326-1:2006 + Corr. 2008 Elektrische Mess-, Steuer-, Regel- und Laborgeräte – EMV-
Anforderungen. Teil 1: Allgemeine Anforderungen.
Electrical equipment for measurement, control and laboratory use –
EMC requirements. Part 1: General requirements.
Matériel électrique de mesure, de commande et de laboratoire –
Exigences relatives à la CEM. Partie 1: Exigences générales.
EN 61326-2-2:2006 Elektrische Mess-, Steuer-, Regel- und Laborgeräte – EMV-
Anforderungen. Teil 2-2: Besondere Anforderungen - Prüfanordnung,
Betriebsbedingungen und Leistungsmerkmale für ortsveränderliche
Prüf-, Mess- und Überwachungsgeräte in Niederspannungs-
Stromversorgungsnetzen.
Electrical equipment for measurement, control and laboratory use –
EMC requirements. Part 2-2: Particular requirements - Test
configurations, operational conditions and performance criteria for
portable test, measuring and monitoring equipment used in low-voltage
distribution systems.
Matériel électrique de mesure, de commande et de laboratoire –
Exigences relatives à la CEM. Partie 2-2: Exigences particulières -
Configurations d’essai, conditions de fonctionnement et critères
d’aptitude à la fonction des matériels portatifs d’essai, de mesure et de
surveillance utilisés dans des systèmes de distribution basse tension.
D-78532 Tuttlingen, 14.07.2010
BINDER GmbH
P. M. Binder
Geschäftsführender Gesellschafter
Managing Director
Directeur général
Dr. H. von Both
Leiter F & E
Director R & D
Chef de service R&D
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EG – KONFORMITÄTSERKLÄRUNG
EC - DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
CE - DECLARATION DE CONFORMITE
Anbieter / Supplier / Fournisseur: BINDER GmbH
Anschrift / Address / Adresse: Im Mittleren Ösch 5, D-78532 Tuttlingen
Produkt / Product / Produit: Wärme-/Trockenschränke mit natürlicher Umluft
Heating ovens with gravity convection
Etuves universelles à circulation d’air naturelle
Typenbezeichnung / Type / Type: ED 23, ED 53, ED 115, ED 240, ED 400, ED 720
Die oben beschriebenen Produkte sind konform mit folgenden EG-Richtlinien:
The products described above are in conformity with the following EC guidelines:
Les produits décrits ci-dessus sont conformes aux directives CE suivantes:
Niederspannungsrichtlinie
2006/95/EG
Low voltage directive
2006/95/EC
Directive basse tension
2006/95/CE
Richtlinie 2006/95/EG des Europäischen Parlaments und des
Rates vom 12. Dezember 2006 zur Angleichung der
Rechtsvorschriften der Mitgliedstaaten betreffend elektrische
Betriebsmittel zur Verwendung innerhalb bestimmter
Spannungsgrenzen
Council Directive 2006/95/EC of 12 December 2006 on the
harmonization of the laws of Member States relating to electrical
equipment designed for use within certain voltage limits
Directive 2006/95/CE du Parlement Européen et du Conseil du 12
décembre 2006 concernant le rapprochement des législations des
États membres relatives au matériel électrique destiné à être
employé dans certaines limites de tension
EMV-Richtlinie
2004/108/EG
EMC Directive
2004/108/EC
Directive CEM
2004/108/CE
Richtlinie 2004/108/EG des Europäischen Parlaments und des
Rates vom 15. Dezember 2004 zur Angleichung der
Rechtsvorschriften der Mitgliedstaaten über die
elektromagnetische Verträglichkeit und zur Aufhebung der
Richtlinie 89/336/EWG.
Directive 2004/108/EC of the European Parliament and of the
Council of 15 December 2004 on the approximation of the laws of
the Member States relating to electromagnetic compatibility and
repealing Directive 98/336/EEC.
Directive 2004/108/CE du Parlement Européen et du Conseil du
15 décembre 2004 relative au rapprochement des législations des
États membres concernant la compatibilité électromagnétique et
abrogeant le directive 98/336/CEE.
Die oben beschriebenen Produkte tragen entsprechend die Kennzeichnung CE.
The products described above, corresponding to this, bear the CE-mark.
Les produits décrits ci-dessus, en correspondance, portent l’indication CE.
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Die oben beschriebenen Produkte sind konform mit folgenden harmonisierten Normen:
The products described above are in conformity with the following harmonized standards:
Les produits décrits ci-dessus sont conformes aux normes harmonisées suivantes:
Sicherheit / safety / sécurité:
EN 61010-1:2001 Sicherheitsbestimmungen für elektrische Mess-, Steuer-, Regel- und
Laborgeräte – Teil 1: Allgemeine Anforderungen
Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement, control,
and laboratory use – Part 1: General requirements
Règles de sécurité pour appareils électriques de mesurage, de
régulation et de laboratoire – Partie 1 : Prescriptions générales
EN 61010-2-010:2003 Sicherheitsbestimmungen für elektrische Meß-, Steuer-, Regel- und
Laborgeräte – Teil 2-010: Besondere Anforderungen an Laborgeräte für
das Erhitzen von Stoffen
Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement, control,
and laboratory use – Part 2-010: Particular requirements for laboratory
equipment for the heating of materials
Règles de sécurité pour appareils électriques de mesurage, de
régulation et de laboratoire. Partie 2-010 : Prescriptions particulières
pour appareils de laboratoire utilisés pour l’échauffement des matières
EMV / EMC / CEM:
EN 61326-1:2006 + Corr. 2008 Elektrische Mess-, Steuer-, Regel- und Laborgeräte – EMV-
Anforderungen. Teil 1: Allgemeine Anforderungen.
Electrical equipment for measurement, control and laboratory use –
EMC requirements. Part 1: General requirements.
Matériel électrique de mesure, de commande et de laboratoire –
Exigences relatives à la CEM. Partie 1: Exigences générales.
EN 61326-2-2:2006 Elektrische Mess-, Steuer-, Regel- und Laborgeräte – EMV-
Anforderungen. Teil 2-2: Besondere Anforderungen - Prüfanordnung,
Betriebsbedingungen und Leistungsmerkmale für ortsveränderliche
Prüf-, Mess- und Überwachungsgeräte in Niederspannungs-
Stromversorgungsnetzen.
Electrical equipment for measurement, control and laboratory use –
EMC requirements. Part 2-2: Particular requirements - Test
configurations, operational conditions and performance criteria for
portable test, measuring and monitoring equipment used in low-voltage
distribution systems.
Matériel électrique de mesure, de commande et de laboratoire –
Exigences relatives à la CEM. Partie 2-2: Exigences particulières -
Configurations d’essai, conditions de fonctionnement et critères
d’aptitude à la fonction des matériels portatifs d’essai, de mesure et de
surveillance utilisés dans des systèmes de distribution basse tension.
D-78532 Tuttlingen, 14.07.2010
BINDER GmbH
P. M. Binder
Geschäftsführender Gesellschafter
Managing Director
Directeur général
Dr. H. von Both
Leiter F & E
Director R & D
Chef de service R&D
2 / 2

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EG – KONFORMITÄTSERKLÄRUNG
EC - DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
CE - DECLARATION DE CONFORMITE
Anbieter / Supplier / Fournisseur: BINDER GmbH
Anschrift / Address / Adresse: Im Mittleren Ösch 5, D-78532 Tuttlingen
Produkt / Product / Produit: Wärme-/Trockenschränke mit forcierter Umluft
Heating ovens with forced convection
Etuves universelles à circulation d’air forcée
Typenbezeichnung / Type / Type: FD 23, FD 53, FD 115, FD 240
Die oben beschriebenen Produkte sind konform mit folgenden EG-Richtlinien:
The products described above are in conformity with the following EC guidelines:
Les produits décrits ci-dessus sont conformes aux directives CE suivantes:
Niederspannungsrichtlinie
2006/95/EG
Low voltage directive
2006/95/EC
Directive basse tension
2006/95/CE
Richtlinie 2006/95/EG des Europäischen Parlaments und des
Rates vom 12. Dezember 2006 zur Angleichung der
Rechtsvorschriften der Mitgliedstaaten betreffend elektrische
Betriebsmittel zur Verwendung innerhalb bestimmter
Spannungsgrenzen
Council Directive 2006/95/EC of 12 December 2006 on the
harmonization of the laws of Member States relating to electrical
equipment designed for use within certain voltage limits
Directive 2006/95/CE du Parlement Européen et du Conseil du 12
décembre 2006 concernant le rapprochement des législations des
États membres relatives au matériel électrique destiné à être
employé dans certaines limites de tension
EMV-Richtlinie
2004/108/EG
EMC Directive
2004/108/EC
Directive CEM
2004/108/CE
Richtlinie 2004/108/EG des Europäischen Parlaments und des
Rates vom 15. Dezember 2004 zur Angleichung der
Rechtsvorschriften der Mitgliedstaaten über die
elektromagnetische Verträglichkeit und zur Aufhebung der
Richtlinie 89/336/EWG.
Directive 2004/108/EC of the European Parliament and of the
Council of 15 December 2004 on the approximation of the laws of
the Member States relating to electromagnetic compatibility and
repealing Directive 98/336/EEC.
Directive 2004/108/CE du Parlement Européen et du Conseil du
15 décembre 2004 relative au rapprochement des législations des
États membres concernant la compatibilité électromagnétique et
abrogeant le directive 98/336/CEE.
Die oben beschriebenen Produkte tragen entsprechend die Kennzeichnung CE.
The products described above, corresponding to this, bear the CE-mark.
Les produits décrits ci-dessus, en correspondance, portent l’indication CE.
1 / 2

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Die oben beschriebenen Produkte sind konform mit folgenden harmonisierten Normen:
The products described above are in conformity with the following harmonized standards:
Les produits décrits ci-dessus sont conformes aux normes harmonisées suivantes:
Sicherheit / safety / sécurité:
EN 61010-1:2001 Sicherheitsbestimmungen für elektrische Mess-, Steuer-, Regel- und
Laborgeräte – Teil 1: Allgemeine Anforderungen
Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement, control,
and laboratory use – Part 1: General requirements
Règles de sécurité pour appareils électriques de mesurage, de
régulation et de laboratoire – Partie 1 : Prescriptions générales
EN 61010-2-010:2003 Sicherheitsbestimmungen für elektrische Meß-, Steuer-, Regel- und
Laborgeräte – Teil 2-010: Besondere Anforderungen an Laborgeräte für
das Erhitzen von Stoffen
Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement, control,
and laboratory use – Part 2-010: Particular requirements for laboratory
equipment for the heating of materials
Règles de sécurité pour appareils électriques de mesurage, de
régulation et de laboratoire. Partie 2-010 : Prescriptions particulières
pour appareils de laboratoire utilisés pour l’échauffement des matières
EMV / EMC / CEM:
EN 61326-1:2006 + Corr. 2008 Elektrische Mess-, Steuer-, Regel- und Laborgeräte – EMV-
Anforderungen. Teil 1: Allgemeine Anforderungen.
Electrical equipment for measurement, control and laboratory use –
EMC requirements. Part 1: General requirements.
Matériel électrique de mesure, de commande et de laboratoire –
Exigences relatives à la CEM. Partie 1: Exigences générales.
EN 61326-2-2:2006 Elektrische Mess-, Steuer-, Regel- und Laborgeräte – EMV-
Anforderungen. Teil 2-2: Besondere Anforderungen - Prüfanordnung,
Betriebsbedingungen und Leistungsmerkmale für ortsveränderliche
Prüf-, Mess- und Überwachungsgeräte in Niederspannungs-
Stromversorgungsnetzen.
Electrical equipment for measurement, control and laboratory use –
EMC requirements. Part 2-2: Particular requirements - Test
configurations, operational conditions and performance criteria for
portable test, measuring and monitoring equipment used in low-voltage
distribution systems.
Matériel électrique de mesure, de commande et de laboratoire –
Exigences relatives à la CEM. Partie 2-2: Exigences particulières -
Configurations d’essai, conditions de fonctionnement et critères
d’aptitude à la fonction des matériels portatifs d’essai, de mesure et de
surveillance utilisés dans des systèmes de distribution basse tension.
D-78532 Tuttlingen, 14.07.2010
BINDER GmbH
P. M. Binder
Geschäftsführender Gesellschafter
Managing Director
Directeur général
Dr. H. von Both
Leiter F & E
Director R & D
Chef de service R&D
2 / 2

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Content
1. SAFETY................................................................................................................10
1.1 Legal considerations .........................................................................................................................10
1.2 Structure of the safety instructions....................................................................................................10
1.2.1 Signal word panel ........................................................................................................................10
1.2.2 Safety alert symbol ......................................................................................................................11
1.2.3 Pictograms ...................................................................................................................................11
1.2.4 Word message panel structure....................................................................................................12
1.3 Localization / position of safety labels on the unit.............................................................................12
1.4 Type plate .........................................................................................................................................13
1.5 General safety instructions on installing and operating the incubators BD and heating ovens ED
and FD ..............................................................................................................................................14
1.6 Intended use .....................................................................................................................................15
1.6.1 Incubators BD ..............................................................................................................................15
1.6.2 Heating ovens ED and FD ...........................................................................................................15
2. UNIT DESCRIPTION............................................................................................16
2.1 Equipment overview BD/ED/FD........................................................................................................16
3. COMPLETENESS OF DELIVERY, TRANSPORTATION, STORAGE, AND
INSTALLATION....................................................................................................17
3.1 Unpacking, and checking equipment and completeness of delivery................................................17
3.2 Guidelines for safe lifting and transportation ....................................................................................17
3.3 Storage..............................................................................................................................................18
3.4 Location of installation and ambient conditions ................................................................................18
4. INSTALLATION OF THE EQUIPMENT ...............................................................19
4.1 Electrical connection .........................................................................................................................19
4.2 Connection to a suction plant (optional) ...........................................................................................20
5. START UP............................................................................................................21
5.1 Turning on the unit ............................................................................................................................21
5.2 Heating operation display .................................................................................................................21
5.3 Air change .........................................................................................................................................21
6. CONTROLLER SETTING.....................................................................................22
6.1 Display / entry of temperature set-point (without ramp function) ......................................................22
6.2 Display / entry of temperature set-point (with selected temperature ramp)......................................22
6.3 Time functions: Continuous operation and Timer operation.............................................................23
6.3.1 Switching between Continuous operation and Timer operation..................................................24
6.3.2 Continuous operation...................................................................................................................24
6.3.3 Timer operation: Setting the tempering time................................................................................25
6.4 User level settings.............................................................................................................................26
6.4.1 Temperature unit change between degrees Celsius °C and degrees Fahrenheit °F..................26
6.4.2 Enter a temperature ramp............................................................................................................27
6.4.3 Chamber addressing....................................................................................................................27
6.5 General notes....................................................................................................................................28
7. SAFETY DEVICES...............................................................................................29
7.1 Temperature safety device class 2 (DIN 12880) ED, FD .................................................................29
7.2 Temperature safety device class 3.1 (DIN 12880) BD (option ED, FD) ...........................................30
8. OPTIONS..............................................................................................................31
8.1 Disconnectable audible over-temperature alarm (option).................................................................31
8.2 Communication software APT-COM™ 3 DataControlSystem (BD, option ED) ...............................32

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8.3 Analog output for temperature (option).............................................................................................32
8.4 Additional Pt100 temperature sensor (option BD) ............................................................................32
8.5 Water protected internal socket (option BD).....................................................................................33
9. MAINTENANCE, CLEANING, AND SERVICE ....................................................33
9.1 Maintenance intervals, service..........................................................................................................33
9.2 Cleaning and decontamination .........................................................................................................34
9.3 Sending the unit back to BINDER GmbH .........................................................................................35
10. DISPOSAL............................................................................................................36
10.1 Disposal of the transport packing .....................................................................................................36
10.2 Decommissioning..............................................................................................................................36
10.3 Disposal of the unit in the Federal Republic of Germany .................................................................36
10.4 Disposal of the unit in the member states of the EC except for the Federal Republic of Germany .38
10.5 Disposal of the unit in non-member states of the EC .......................................................................39
11. TROUBLESHOOTING .........................................................................................39
12. TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION................................................................................40
12.1 Factory calibration and adjustment...................................................................................................40
12.2 Definition of usable volume...............................................................................................................40
12.3 Over current protection .....................................................................................................................41
12.4 BD technical data..............................................................................................................................41
12.5 ED technical data..............................................................................................................................43
12.6 FD technical data ..............................................................................................................................44
12.7 Equipment and Options Series BD ...................................................................................................46
12.8 Equipment and Options Series ED ...................................................................................................47
12.9 Equipment and Options Series FD ...................................................................................................48
12.10 Spare parts........................................................................................................................................49
13. CONTAMINATION CLEARANCE CERTIFICATE ...............................................52

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Dear customer,
For the correct operation of the incubators BD and heating ovens ED and FD, it is important that you read
this operating manual completely and carefully and observe all instructions as indicated. Failure to read,
understand and follow the instructions may result in personal injury. It can also lead to damage to the unit
and/or poor equipment performance.
1. Safety
This operating manual is part of the components of delivery. Always keep it handy for reference. The
device should only be operated by laboratory personnel especially trained for this purpose and familiar
with all precautionary measures required for working in a laboratory. To avoid injuries and damage
observe the safety instructions of the operating manual.
WARNING
Failure to observe the safety instructions.
Serious injuries and unit damage.
Observe the safety instructions in this operating manual
Carefully read the complete operating instructions of the incubators BD and heating
ovens ED and FD
1.1 Legal considerations
This operating manual is for informational purposes only. It contains information for installing, start-up,
operation and maintenance of the product. Note: the contents and the product described are subject to
change without notice.
Understanding and observing the instructions in this operating manual are prerequisites for hazard-free
use and safety during operation and maintenance. In no event shall BINDER be held liable for any
damages, direct or incidental arising out of or related to the use of this manual.
This operating manual cannot cover all conceivable applications. If you would like additional information,
or if special problems arise that are not sufficiently addressed in this manual, please ask your dealer or
contact us directly by phone at the number located on page one of this manual
Furthermore, we emphasize that the contents of this operating manual are not part of an earlier or
existing agreement, description, or legal relationship, nor do they modify such a relationship. All
obligations on the part of BINDER derive from the respective purchase contract, which also contains the
entire and exclusively valid statement of warranty administration. The statements in this manual neither
augment nor restrict the contractual warranty provisions.
1.2 Structure of the safety instructions
In this operating manual, the following safety definitions and symbols indicate dangerous situations
following the harmonization of ISO 3864-2 and ANSI Z535.6.
1.2.1 Signal word panel
Depending on the probability of serious consequences, potential dangers are identified with a signal
word, the corresponding safety color, and if appropriate, the safety alert symbol.
DANGER
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will result in death or serious
(irreversible) injury.

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WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious
(irreversible) injury
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in moderate or minor
(reversible) injury
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in damage to the product
and/or its functions or of a property in its proximity.
1.2.2 Safety alert symbol
Use of the safety alert symbol indicates a risk of injury.
Observe all measures that are marked with the safety alert symbol in order to avoid death or
injury.
1.2.3 Pictograms
Warning signs
Electrical hazard Hot surface
Explosive atmosphere
Stability hazard
Pollution Hazard
Harmful substances
Biohazard
Lifting hazard
Mandatory action signs
Mandatory regulation Read operating
instructions
Disconnect the power
plug
Lift with several persons
Lift with mechanical
assistance
Environment protection
Prohibition signs
Do NOT touch Do NOT spray with
water

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Information to be observed in order to ensure optimum function of the product.
1.2.4 Word message panel structure
Type / cause of hazard.
Possible consequences.
∅Instruction how to avoid the hazard: prohibition.
Instruction how to avoid the hazard: mandatory action.
Observe all other notes and information not necessarily emphasized in the same way, in order to avoid
disruptions that could result in direct or indirect injury or property damage.
1.3 Localization / position of safety labels on the unit
The following labels are located on the unit:
Pictograms (Warning signs) Service label
Hot surface
Figure 1: Position of labels on the unit
Keep safety labels complete and legible.
Replace safety labels that are no longer legible. Contact BINDER Service for these replacements.

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1.4 Type plate
The type plate is located on the left-hand side of the unit (size 23) or on the unit front behind the door,
bottom left-hand.
Figure 2: Type plate (example: FD 115 regular unit)
Indications of the type plate Information
Nominal temperature 300 °C
572°F
Nominal temperature
Enclosure protection IP 20 IP type of protection 20 acc. to EN 60529
Temp. safety device DIN 12880 Temperature safety device acc. to standard DIN 12880
Class 2.0 Temperature safety device, class 2
Art. No. 9010-0102 Art. No. 9010-0102
Project No. --- (Special application acc. to project no.)
1,60 kW Nominal power 1.60 kW
230 V 1 N ~ Nominal voltage 230 V ±10%, single-phase unit
7,0 A Nominal current 7.0 Amp
50/60 Hz Power frequency 50/60 Hz
FD 115 Model FD 115
Serial No. 00-00000 Serial No. 00-00000
Symbol on the type plate Information
CE conformity marking
Electrical and electronic equipment manufactured / placed on
the market in the EC after 13 August 2005 and to be disposed
of in a separate collection according to directive 2002/96/EC
on waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE).
VDE-GS certification mark
The equipment is certified in the GOST R certification system
of GOSTSTANDARD Russia.
LABORATORY EQUIPMENT
43KM
(UL units only)
The equipment is certified by Underwriters Laboratories Inc.®
according to standards UL 61010A-1, UL 61010A-2-10, CSA
C22.2 No. 1010.1-92, and CSA C22.2 No. 1010.2.010-94.
Nominal temperature 300 °C 1,60 kW
572°F 230 V 1 N ~
Enclosure protection
Temp. safety device
IP 20
DIN 12880
7,0 A
50/60 Hz
Class 2.0
Art. No. 9020-0102 US PATS 5405194 / 5222612
Project No. US PATS 4585923 / 5309981
D 78532 Tuttlingen / Germany
Tel. + 49 (0) 7462/ 2005-0
Internet: www.binder-world.com
FD 115 Serial No. 00-00000
Made in Germany

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1.5 General safety instructions on installing and operating the incubators BD
and heating ovens ED and FD
With regard to operating the incubators BD and heating ovens ED and FD and to the installation location,
please observe regulations BGR 120 issued by the German professional association for the chemical
industry (formerly ZH 1/119 laboratory guidelines issued by the employers’ liability insurance association)
(for Germany).
BINDER GmbH is only responsible for the safety features of the unit provided skilled electricians or
qualified personnel authorized by BINDER perform all maintenance and repair, and if components
relating to chamber safety are replaced in the event of failure with original spare parts.
To operate the unit, use only original BINDER accessories or accessories from third-party suppliers
authorized by BINDER. The user is responsible for any risk caused by using unauthorized accessories.
CAUTION
Danger of overheating.
Damage to the unit.
∅Do NOT install the unit in unventilated recesses.
Ensure sufficient ventilation for dispersal of the heat.
The incubators BD and heating ovens ED and FD must NOT be operated in hazardous locations.
DANGER
Explosion hazard.
Danger of death.
∅Do NOT operate the unit in potentially explosive areas.
KEEP explosive dust or air-solvent mixtures AWAY from the unit.
The incubators BD and heating ovens ED and FD do not dispose of any measures of explosion
protection.
DANGER
Explosion hazard.
Danger of death.
∅Do NOT introduce any combustible or explosive substance at working temperature into
the heating oven.
∅NO explosive dust or air-solvent mixture in the inner chamber.
Any solvent contained in the charging material must not be explosive or inflammable. I.e., irrespective of
the solvent concentration in the steam room, NO explosive mixture with air must form. The temperature
inside the chamber must lie below the flash point or below the sublimation point of the charging material.
Familiarize yourself with the physical and chemical properties of the charging material, as well as the
contained moisture constituent and its behavior with the addition of heat energy.
Familiarize yourself with any potential health risks caused by the charging material, the contained
moisture constituent or by reaction products that may arise during the temperature process. Take
adequate measures to exclude such risks prior to putting the unit into operation.

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DANGER
Electrical hazard.
Danger of death.
∅The unit must NOT become wet during operation or maintenance.
The incubators BD and heating ovens ED and FD have been produced in accordance with VDE
regulations and were routinely tested in accordance to VDE 0411-1 (IEC 61010-1).
CAUTION
The inner chamber, the outgoing air pipe, the door window (option), and the door
gaskets will become hot during operation.
Danger of burning.
∅Do NOT touch the inner surfaces, the door window, the access ports, the door gaskets
or the charging material during operation.
1.6 Intended use
1.6.1 Incubators BD
The incubators BD are designed for exact temperation of harmless materials. Because of their precise
temperature accuracy these devices are especially useful for incubation of cultures at a standard
temperature of 37 °C / 98.6 °F. Any solvent content must not be explosive or flammable. A mixture of any
component of the charging material with air must NOT be explosive. The operating temperature must lie
below the flash point or below the sublimation point of the charging material.
Other applications are not approved.
Do NOT use the unit for drying purpose, especially if greater quantities of steam leading to condensation
will be set free.
Observing the instructions in this operating manual and conducting regular maintenance work
(chap. 9) is part of the intended use.
1.6.2 Heating ovens ED and FD
The heating ovens ED and FD are suitable for drying and heat treatment of solid or pulverized charging
material, as well as bulk material, using the supply of heat. The solvent content must not be explosive or
flammable. A mixture of any component of the charging material with air must NOT be explosive. The
operating temperature must lie below the flash point or below the sublimation point of the charging
material.
Other applications are not approved.
Do NOT use the unit for drying purpose, especially if greater quantities of steam leading to condensation
will be set free.
Due to the special demands of the Medical Device Directive (MDD) this ovens are not qualified for
sterilization of medical devices as defined by the directive 93/42/EWG.
Observing the instructions in this operating manual and conducting regular maintenance work
(chap. 9) is part of the intended use.

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2. Unit description
BINDER incubators BD and heating ovens ED and FD are equipped with an electronic PID-controller with
digital display.
The incubators BD indicate the temperature with an accuracy of a tenth of a degree.
The heating ovens ED and FD indicate the temperature with an accuracy of one degree.
The incubators BD and the heating ovens ED are heated electrically and are ventilated naturally. Heating
ovens FD are ventilated by fan-assisted, forced-air circulation.
BINDER incubators BD and heating ovens ED and FD are regularly equipped with a temperature safety
device according to DIN12880 (chap. 7).
The inner chamber, the pre-heating chamber and the inside of the doors are all made of stainless steel
(material no. 1.4301 in Germany). When operating the heating ovens ED and FD at temperatures above
150 °C / 302 °F, the impact of the oxygen in the air may cause discoloration of the metallic surfaces
(yellowish-brown or blue) by natural oxidation processes. These colorations are harmless and will in no
way impair the function or quality of the unit. The housing is RAL 7035 powder-coated. All corners and
edges are also completely coated.
BINDER incubators BD and heating ovens ED (option) are equipped with a serial interface RS 422 for
computer communication, e.g. via the communication software APT-COM™ 3 DataControlSystem
(option, chap. 8.2). For further options, see chap. 12.7 to 12.9.
The models size 720 are equipped with four castors. Both front castors can be locked by brakes.
Temperature range: •Incubators BD: 5 °C / 9 °F above room temperature up to 100 °C / 212 °F.
•Heating ovens ED and FD: 5 °C / 9 °F above room temperature up to 300 °C /
572 °F.
If you want to frequently operate heating ovens ED and FD at low set-points up to 70 °C /
158 °F, the controller parameters can be optimized accordingly. Please contact BINDER
Service to obtain detailed instructions how to change the parameters.
2.1 Equipment overview BD/ED/FD
(1) Display
(2) Set-point value key
(3) Selector keys
(4) Time management key
(5) Switch ON/OFF
(6) Lever for ventilation slide
(7) Safety device
(8) Door handle
(9) Switch for interior lighting (with
option interior lighting) or
Buzzer switch (with option
audible over-temperature alarm)
(10) Main power switch for ED size
400 and 720
Figure 3: Incubator BD with R3 controller
(6)
(9)
(7)
(8)
(10)
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)

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3. Completeness of delivery, transportation, storage, and
installation
3.1 Unpacking, and checking equipment and completeness of delivery
After unpacking, please check the unit and its optional accessories, if any, based on the delivery receipt
for completeness and for transportation damage. Inform the carrier immediately if transportation damage
has occurred.
The final tests of the manufacturer may have caused traces of the racks on the inner surfaces. This has
no impact on the function and performance of the unit.
Please remove any transportation protection devices and adhesives in/on the unit and on the doors and
take out the operating manuals and accessory equipment.
CAUTION
Sliding or tilting of the unit.
Damage to the unit.
Risk of injury by lifting heavy loads.
∅Do NOT lift or transport the unit using the door handle or the door.
∅Do NOT lift units size 400 and 720 by hand
Lift the unit size 23, 53, 115 from the pallet at its four lower corners with the aid of 2
people, unit size 240 with the aid of 4 people.
Lift units size 400 and 720 from the pallet using technical devices (fork lifter). Set the
fork lifter only from the rear in the middle of the unit. Make sure to place all the lateral
supports of the unit on the forks.
If you need to return the unit, please use the original packing and observe the guidelines for safe lifting
and transportation (chap. 3.2).
For disposal of the transport packing, see chap. 10.1.
Note on second-hand units (Ex-Demo-Units):
Second-hand units are units that have been used for a short time for tests or exhibitions. They are
thoroughly tested before resale. BINDER ensures that the chamber is technically sound and will work
flawlessly.
Second-hand units are marked with a sticker on the unit door. Please remove the sticker before
commissioning the unit.
3.2 Guidelines for safe lifting and transportation
The front castors of units size 720 can be blocked by brakes. Please move the units with castors only
when empty and on an even surface, otherwise the castors may be damaged. After operation please
observe the guidelines for temporarily decommissioning the unit (chap. 10.2).

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CAUTION
Sliding or tilting of the unit.
Damage to the unit.
Risk of injury by lifting heavy loads.
Transport the unit only in its original packaging.
Secure the unit with transport straps for transport.
∅Do NOT lift or transport the unit using the door handle or the door.
∅Do NOT lift units size 400 and 720 by hand.
Lift unit size 23, 53, 115 at its four lower corners with the aid of 2 people, unit size 240
with the aid of 4 people, and place it on a transport pallet with wheels. Push the pallet
to the desired site and then lift the unit from the pallet at its four lower corners.
Place units size 400 and 720 using technical devices (fork lifter) on the transport pallet.
Set the fork lifter only from the rear in the middle of the unit. Make sure to place all the
lateral supports of the unit on the forks.
Transport units size 400 and 720 ONLY with the original transport pallet. Set the fork
lifter only to the pallet. Without the pallet the unit is in imminent danger of overturning!!
•Permissible ambient temperature range during transport: -10 °C to +60 °C / 14 °F to 140 °F.
You can order transport packing and pallets for transportation purposes from BINDER Service.
3.3 Storage
Intermediate storage of the unit is possible in a closed and dry room. Observe the guidelines for
temporary decommissioning (chap. 10.2).
•Permissible ambient temperature range during storage: -10 °C to +60 °C / 14 °F to 140 °F.
•Permissible ambient humidity: max. 70 % r.H., non-condensing
When after storage in a cold location you transfer the unit to its warmer installation site, condensation
may form. Before start-up, wait at least one hour until the unit has attained ambient temperature and is
completely dry.
3.4 Location of installation and ambient conditions
Set up the incubators BD or the heating oven ED / FD on an even and non-flammable surface, free from
vibration and in a well-ventilated, dry location and align it using a spirit level. The site of installation must
be capable of supporting the unit’s weight (see technical data, chap. 12.4 to 12.6). The chambers are
designed for setting up inside a building (indoor use).
CAUTION
Danger of overheating.
Damage to the unit.
∅Do NOT set up units in non-ventilated recesses.
Ensure sufficient ventilation for dispersal of the heat.
•Permissible ambient temperature range during operation: +18 °C up to +40 °C / 64.4 °F to 104 °F.
•. At elevated ambient temperature values, fluctuations in temperature can occur.

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The ambient temperature should not be substantially higher than the indicated ambient
temperature of +25 °C / 77 °F to which the specified technical data relate. For other
ambient conditions, deviations from the indicated data are possible.
•Permissible ambient humidity: 70 % r.H. max., non-condensing.
•Installation height: max. 2000 m above sea level.
When placing several units of the same size side by side, maintain a minimum distance of 250 mm
between each unit. Wall distances: rear 100 mm, sides 160 mm. Spacing above the unit of at least 100
mm must also be accounted for.
Two devices up to size 115l can be piled on top of each other. For this purpose place rubber pads under
all four feet of the upper unit to prevent the device from slipping.
CAUTION
Sliding or tilting of the upper unit.
Damage to the units.
When stacking, place rubber pads under all four feet of the upper unit.
To completely separate the unit from the power supply, you must disconnect the power plug. Install the
unit in a way that the power plug is easily accessible and can be easily pulled in case of danger.
Do not install or operate the unit in potentially explosive areas.
DANGER
Explosion hazard.
Danger of death.
∅Do NOT operate the unit in potentially explosive areas.
KEEP explosive dust or air-solvent mixtures AWAY from the vicinity of the unit.
4. Installation of the equipment
4.1 Electrical connection
•BD all volumes, ED up to volume 240, FD all volumes:
Shockproof plug, power supply voltage 230 V (1N~) +/- 10 %, 50/60 Hz
Fixed power connection cable of 1800 mm in length
•ED 400, ED 720:
CEE plug 5 poles, power supply voltage 400 V (3N~) +/- 10 %, 50/60 Hz
Fixed power connection cable of 2700 mm in length
•BD-UL 23, BD-UL 53, BD-UL 115, BD-UL 240, BD-UL 400, ED 23-UL, FD 23-UL:
NEMA plug 5-15P, power supply voltage 115 V (1N~) +/- 10 %, 60 Hz
Fixed power connection cable of 1800 mm in length
•BD 720-UL, ED 53-UL, ED 115-UL, FD 53-UL, FD 115-UL:
NEMA plug 5-20P, power supply voltage 115 V (1N~) +/- 10 %, 60 Hz
Fixed power connection cable of 1800 mm in length
•ED 240-UL, ED 400-UL, ED 720-UL, FD 240-UL:
NEMA plug L21-20P, power supply voltage 208 V (3N~) +/- 10 %, 60 Hz
Fixed power connection cable of 2700 mm in length

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•Prior to connection and start-up, check the power supply voltage. Compare the values to the specified
data located on the unit’s type plate (unit front behind the door bottom left-hand, or on the left-hand
side of the unit, chap. 1.4).
•When connecting, please observe the regulations specified by the local electricity supply company
and as well as the VDE directives (for Germany)
•Pollution degree (acc. to IEC 61010-1): 2
•Over-voltage category (acc. to IEC 61010-1): II
CAUTION
Danger of incorrect power supply voltage.
Damage to the equipment.
Check the power supply voltage before connection and start-up.
Compare the power supply voltage with the data indicated on the type plate.
See also electrical data (chap. 12.4 to 12.6).
To completely separate the unit from the power supply, you must disconnect the power plug.
Install the unit in a way that the power plug is easily accessible and can be easily pulled in
case of danger.
4.2 Connection to a suction plant (optional)
When directly connecting a suction plant the spatial temperature exactitude, the heating-up and the
recovering times and the maximum temperature will be negatively influenced. So no suction plant should
be directly connected to the outgoing air pipe.
Active suction from the oven must only be effected together with extraneous air. Perforate the
connecting piece to the suction device or place an exhaust funnel at some distance to the
outgoing air pipe.
CAUTION
The exhaust duct will become hot during operation.
Danger of burning.
∅Do NOT touch the exhaust duct during operation.