Binder APT.line MK 115 (E3) User manual

Issue 07/2009 Art. Nr. 7001-0156
Operating Manual
APT.line™ MK
Temperature test chambers for natural simulation
with display program controller MB1
Model Art. No.
MK 115 (E3) 9020-0146, 9120-0146
MK 240 (E3) 9020-0148, 9120-0148
MK 720 (E3) 9020-0156, 9120-0156
BINDER GmbH
Address Post office box 102
D-78502 Tuttlingen
Tel. [phone]
Fax [phone]
Internet http://www.binder-world.com
E-mail [email protected]
Service Hotline [phone]
Service Fax [phone]
Service E-Mail [email protected]
Service Hotline USA [phone] or [phone]
Service Hotline Spain [phone]
Service Hotline Asia Pacific [phone] or [phone]
Service Hotline Russia and CIS [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: Temperaturprüfschränke für natürliche Simulation mit Pro-
grammregelung
Temperature test chambers for natural simulation with program
control
Armoires d’essais de température pour simulation naturelle à régu-
lation programmable
Typenbezeichnung / Type / Type: MK 115, MK 240, MK 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 Ra-
tes vom 12. Dezember 2006 zur Angleichung der Rechtsvor-
schriften der Mitgliedstaaten betreffend elektrische Betriebsmittel
zur Verwendung innerhalb bestimmter Spannungsgrenzen
Council Directive 2006/95/EC of 12 December 2006 on the har-
monization 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 em-
ployé 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 Rechtsvor-
schriften der Mitgliedstaaten über die elektromagnetische Ver-
träglichkeit 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 La-
borgeräte 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 particu-
lières 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
D-78532 Tuttlingen, 09.07.2009
BINDER GmbH
P. M. Binder
Geschäftsführender Gesellschafter
Managing Director
Directeur général
U. Oppermann
Leiter F & E
Head of R & D
Chef de service R&D
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Contents
1. SAFETY..................................................................................................................6
1.1 Legal considerations ...........................................................................................................................6
1.2 Structure of the safety instructions......................................................................................................6
1.2.1 Signal word panel .....................................................................................................................6
1.2.2 Safety alert symbol ...................................................................................................................7
1.2.3 Pictograms................................................................................................................................7
1.2.4 Word message panel structure.................................................................................................8
1.3 Localization / position of safety labels on the unit...............................................................................8
1.4 Type plate ...........................................................................................................................................9
1.5 General safety instructions on installing and operating the temperature test chamber for natural
simulation MK....................................................................................................................................10
1.6 Intended use .....................................................................................................................................11
2. UNIT DESCRIPTION............................................................................................12
2.1 Unit overview.....................................................................................................................................13
2.2 Instrument box MK............................................................................................................................13
2.3 Lateral control panel MK ...................................................................................................................14
3. SCOPE OF DELIVERY, TRANSPORTATION, STORAGE, AND INSTALLATION15
3.1 Unpacking, and checking equipment and scope of delivery.............................................................15
3.2 Guidelines for safe lifting and transportation ....................................................................................16
3.3 Storage..............................................................................................................................................16
3.4 Location of installation and ambient conditions ................................................................................16
4. INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS................................................................17
4.1 Electrical connection .........................................................................................................................17
5. START UP............................................................................................................18
5.1 Function overview of display program controller MB1......................................................................18
5.2 Operating modes...............................................................................................................................19
5.3 Behavior after power failure ..............................................................................................................19
5.4 Behavior when opening the door ......................................................................................................19
5.5 Switching on the unit.........................................................................................................................19
6. SETTINGS OF THE CONTROLLER MB1............................................................21
6.1 Selection of the menu language .......................................................................................................21
6.2 Function overview program controller MB1 ......................................................................................22
6.3 Settings in the menu “User-settings” ................................................................................................23
6.4 Settings in the menu “User Level”.....................................................................................................24
7. GRAPHICAL REPRESENTATION OF THE MEASUREMENT COURSE
(CHART RECORDER FUNCTION)......................................................................25
7.1 Setting the storage rate.....................................................................................................................27
8. MANUAL MODE...................................................................................................28
8.1 Set-point entry...................................................................................................................................28
8.2 Behavior after power failure in Manual Mode ...................................................................................29
9. PROGRAM OPERATION.....................................................................................29
9.1 Overview menu-based program entry ..............................................................................................30
9.2 Selecting between set-point ramp and set-point step.......................................................................32
9.3 Program entry as set-point ramp or as set-point step ......................................................................32
9.4 Advice for the programming of the different temperature transitions ...............................................36
9.5 Repetition of a section or several sections within a program ...........................................................37
9.6 Behavior after power failure in Program Mode .................................................................................37

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9.7 Starting a previously entered program..............................................................................................38
9.8 Deleting a program............................................................................................................................38
9.9 Temperature profile and operation lines template ............................................................................39
9.10 Program table template.....................................................................................................................40
10. BEDEW PROTECTION FACILITY (OPERATION LINE 1) ..................................41
11. TEMPERATURE SAFETY DEVICES...................................................................42
11.1 Over-temperature protective device (class 1)...................................................................................42
11.2 Safety controller (over-temperature safety device class 2) ..............................................................42
11.3 Over/under temperature safety device class 2 (option)....................................................................44
12. NOTIFYING AND ALARM FUNCTIONS..............................................................45
12.1 Notifying and alarm system overview (auto diagnosis system)........................................................45
12.2 Resetting the notifying or alarm messages.......................................................................................45
13. REFRIGERATING OPERATION..........................................................................46
13.1 Notes on refrigerating operation .......................................................................................................46
14. OPTIONS..............................................................................................................46
14.1 Communication software APT-COM™ 3 DataControlSystem (option) ............................................46
14.2 Interface RS 422 (option)..................................................................................................................47
14.3 Analog outputs for temperature (option) ...........................................................................................47
14.4 Keyboard locking (available via BINDER Individual) ........................................................................47
14.5 Additional measuring channel for digital object temperature indicator with flexible temperature
sensor Pt 100 (option).......................................................................................................................48
14.6 Zero-voltage relay outputs via operation lines (option).....................................................................49
15. MAINTENANCE, CLEANING, AND SERVICE ....................................................50
15.1 Maintenance intervals, service..........................................................................................................50
15.2 Cleaning and decontamination .........................................................................................................50
15.3 Sending back the unit to BINDER GmbH .........................................................................................51
16. DISPOSAL............................................................................................................52
16.1 Disposal of the transport packing .....................................................................................................52
16.2 Decommissioning..............................................................................................................................52
16.3 Disposal of the unit in the Federal Republic of Germany .................................................................52
16.4 Disposal of the unit in the member states of the EC except for the Federal Republic of Germany .54
16.5 Disposal of the unit in non-member states of the EC .......................................................................55
17. TROUBLESHOOTING .........................................................................................55
18. TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION................................................................................57
18.1 Factory calibration and adjustment...................................................................................................57
18.2 Over-current protection .....................................................................................................................57
18.3 Definition of usable space.................................................................................................................57
18.4 Technical Data MK............................................................................................................................58
18.5 Equipment and Options ....................................................................................................................59
18.6 Spare parts........................................................................................................................................60
18.7 Heating-up and cooling-down graphs ...............................................................................................61
18.8 Heat compensation ...........................................................................................................................64
18.9 Dimensions MK 115..........................................................................................................................65
18.10 Dimensions MK 240..........................................................................................................................66
18.11 Dimensions MK 720..........................................................................................................................67
19. CONTAMINATION CLEARANCE CERTIFICATE ...............................................68

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Dear customer,
For the correct operation of the temperature test chamber for natural simulation MK, it is imperative that
you read this operating manual completely and carefully and observe the given instructions.
1. Safety
This operating manual is part of the scope of delivery. Always keep it at hand.
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.
¾Observe the safety instructions in this operating manual
¾Carefully read the complete operating instructions of the temperature test chamber for
natural simulation MK
1.1 Legal considerations
This operating manual contains information necessary for the intended use, correct installation, start-up
and operation, and for the maintenance of the unit.
Understanding and observing the instructions in this operating manual are prerequisites for hazard-free
use and safety during operation and maintenance.
This operating manual cannot cover all conceivable applications. If you would like additional information,
or if special problems arise that you feel are not sufficiently addressed in this manual, please ask your
dealer or contact us directly.
Furthermore, we emphasize that the contents of this operating manual are not part of an earlier or exist-
ing agreement, promise, 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 ex-
clusively 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 harmonized denominations and symbols indicate dangerous situa-
tions following the harmonization of ISO 3864-2 and ANSI Z535.6.
1.2.1 Signal word panel
Depending on the seriousness and probability of the consequences, 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 (irreversi-
ble) injury.
WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious (irre-
versible) injury

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CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in moderate or minor (re-
versible) 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 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 mechanical
assistance
Environment protection
Prohibition signs
Do NOT touch Do NOT spray with
water
Do NOT climb

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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.
¾Instruction 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 which 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.

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1.4 Type plate
The type plate sticks to the left side of the unit, bottom right-hand, above the refrigerating module.
Figure 2: Type plate (example of MK 240 regular unit)
Indications of the type plate Information
Nominal temperature 180°C
356°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 2.0
Art. No. 9020-0148 Art. No. 9020-0148
Project No. --- (Special application acc. to project no.)
4,20 kW Nominal power 4.20 kW
400 V 3 N ~ Nominal voltage 230 V (+/-10%), single-phase unit
7,2 A Nominal current 7.2 Amp
50 Hz Power frequency 50 Hz
Type plate acc. to VBG 20 § 5 Type plate acc. to guideline VBG 20 § 5
Max operating pressure 25 bar Max operating pressure 25 bar in the refrigerating system
Refrigerant type R 404 A Refrigerant type R 404 A
Max. filling weight 1400 g Max. filling weight of refrigerant 1400 g
Refrigerating power 852 W at -40°C Refrigerating power at -40°C: 852 W
MK 240 Model MK 240
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 separate collection according to directive
2002/96/EC on waste electrical and electronic equipment
(WEEE).
The equipment is certified in the GOST R certification
system of GOSTSTANDARD Russia.
Nominal temperature 180°C 4,20 kW TYPE PLATE ACC. TO VBG 20 § 5
356°F 400 V 3 N ~
MAX OPERATING PRESSURE 25 BAR
Enclosure protection
Temp. safety device
IP 20
DIN 12880
7,2 A
50 Hz
REFRIGERANT TYPE R 404 A
MAX. FILLING WEIGHT 1400 G
Class 2.0 REFRIGERATING POWER 852 W AT –40°C
Art. No. 9020-0148 US PATS 4585923 / 5222612 / 5309981
Project No. 5405194 / 5601143 / 5773287 / 6079403
D 78532 Tuttlingen / Germany
Tel. + 49 (0) 7462/ 2005-0
Internet: www.binder-world.com
MK 240 Serial No. 00-00000
Made in Germany

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1.5 General safety instructions on installing and operating the temperature test
chamber for natural simulation MK
With regard to operating the temperature test chamber for natural simulation MK 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 quali-
fied 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 au-
thorized 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.
¾Ensure sufficient ventilation for dispersal of the heat.
The temperature test chamber MK 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 temperature test chamber MK does not possess any measures for explosion protection.
DANGER
Explosion hazard.
Danger of death.
∅Do NOT introduce any substance combustible or explosive at working temperature into
the temperature test chamber.
∅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 mois-
ture constituent or by reaction products that may arise during the temperature process. Take adequate
measures to exclude such risks prior to putting the temperature test chamber into operation.