Binder KBF-S 240 User manual

Issue 08/2018 Art. No. 7001-0357
Operating Manual
Translation of the original operating manual
KBF-S / KBF-S-UL (E6)
Constant climate chambers with RD4 controller
Model Model version Art. No.
KBF-S 240 KBFS240-230V 9020-0366, 9120-0366
KBF-S 240-UL KBFS240UL-240V 9020-0367, 9120-0367
KBF-S 720 KBFS720-230V 9020-0368, 9120-0368
KBF-S 720-UL KBFS720UL-240V 9020-0369, 9120-0369
BINDER GmbH
Address: Post office box 102, 78502 Tuttlingen, Germany Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone] Internet: http://www.binder-world.com
E-mail: [e-mail] Service Hotline: [phone]
Service Fax: [phone] Service E-Mail: [e-mail]
Service Hotline USA: [phone] or [phone] x3
Service Hotline Asia Pacific: [phone] or [phone]
Service Hotline Russia and CIS: [phone]

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Content
1. SAFETY..................................................................................................................5
1.1 Legal considerations...........................................................................................................................5
1.2 Structure of the safety instructions......................................................................................................5
1.2.1 Signal word panel......................................................................................................................5
1.2.2 Safety alert symbol....................................................................................................................6
1.2.3 Pictograms.................................................................................................................................6
1.2.4 Word message panel structure.................................................................................................7
1.3 Localization / position of safety labels on the chamber......................................................................7
1.4 Type plate ...........................................................................................................................................8
1.5 General safety instructions on installing and operating the chambers.............................................10
1.6 Intended use .....................................................................................................................................11
1.7 Operating instructions.......................................................................................................................12
1.8 Measures to prevent accidents.........................................................................................................12
1.9 Resistance of the humidity sensor against harmful substances.......................................................13
2. CHAMBER DESCRIPTION..................................................................................14
2.1 Chamber overview............................................................................................................................15
2.2 Rear chamber view...........................................................................................................................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 ....................................................................................18
3.3 Storage..............................................................................................................................................18
3.4 Location of installation and ambient conditions................................................................................19
4. INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS................................................................21
4.1 Water supply.....................................................................................................................................21
4.1.1 Types of suitable water quality................................................................................................21
4.1.2 BINDER Pure Aqua Service (option) ......................................................................................21
4.1.3 Installation of freshwater supply..............................................................................................22
4.2 Condensate collection pan................................................................................................................25
4.2.1 KBF-S 115: Installation of the condensate collection pan.......................................................25
4.2.2 KBF-S 240, 720, 1020: Installation of the condensate collection pan ....................................26
4.3 Electrical connection.........................................................................................................................27
5. FUNCTIONAL OVERVIEW OF THE RD4 CHAMBER CONTROLLER...............28
5.1 Menu structure of the controller and access levels ..........................................................................29
5.2 Performance during and after power failures....................................................................................30
6. START UP............................................................................................................30
7. TEMPERATURE AND HUMIDITY SET-POINT ENTRY.......................................31
7.1 Temperature set-point entry..............................................................................................................31
7.2 Humidity set-point entry ....................................................................................................................31
8. SPECIAL CONTROLLER FUNCTIONS – TURNING OFF THE HUMIDITY
SYSTEM...............................................................................................................32
9. PASSWORD.........................................................................................................33
9.1 Password request .............................................................................................................................33
9.2 Assign and modify a password.........................................................................................................34
9.2.1 Assign and modify the User password....................................................................................34
9.2.2 Assign and modify the Admin password.................................................................................34

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10. TEMPERATURE SAFETY DEVICES...................................................................35
10.1 Over temperature protective device (class 1)...................................................................................35
10.2 Overtemperature safety controller class 3.1.....................................................................................35
10.2.1 Setting the safety controller mode...........................................................................................36
10.2.2 Setting the safety controller value...........................................................................................36
10.2.3 Message and measures in the state of alarm.........................................................................37
10.2.4 Function check ........................................................................................................................37
11. GENERAL CONTROLLER SETTINGS................................................................38
11.1 Selecting the controller’s menu language.........................................................................................38
11.2 Selecting the temperature unit..........................................................................................................38
11.3 Setting the current date.....................................................................................................................39
11.4 Setting the current time.....................................................................................................................40
11.5 Function “Language selection at restart”..........................................................................................40
11.6 Setting the chamber address............................................................................................................41
11.7 Display brightness.............................................................................................................................41
12. TOLERANCE RANGE SETTINGS.......................................................................42
12.1 Setting the delay time for tolerance range alarm..............................................................................42
12.2 Setting the temperature tolerance range..........................................................................................42
12.3 Setting the humidity tolerance range ................................................................................................43
13. ALARM FUNCTIONS...........................................................................................44
13.1 Alarm messages ...............................................................................................................................44
13.2 Activating / deactivating the audible alarm (alarm buzzer)...............................................................45
14. ETHERNET NETWORK SETTINGS ....................................................................45
14.1 Showing the network settings...........................................................................................................45
14.1.1 Showing the chamber‘s MAC address....................................................................................45
14.1.2 Showing the IP address ..........................................................................................................46
14.1.3 Showing the subnet mask.......................................................................................................46
14.1.4 Showing the standard gateway...............................................................................................46
14.1.5 Showing the DNS server address...........................................................................................47
14.1.6 Showing the DNS chamber name...........................................................................................47
14.2 Changing the configuration of the network settings..........................................................................47
14.2.1 Selecting the type of IP address assignment (automatic / manual)........................................48
14.2.2 Selecting the type of assignment of the DNS server address (automatic / manual) ..............48
14.2.3 Assigning the IP address.........................................................................................................48
14.2.4 Setting the subnet mask..........................................................................................................49
14.2.5 Setting the standard gateway..................................................................................................50
14.2.6 Assigning the DNS server address.........................................................................................50
15. DATA RECORDER ..............................................................................................51
15.1 Recorded data...................................................................................................................................51
15.2 Storage capacity ...............................................................................................................................51
15.3 Setting the storage rate for the “DL1” recorder data.........................................................................52
15.4 Deleting the data recorder ................................................................................................................52
16. USB MENU: DATA TRANSFER VIA USB INTERFACE .....................................53
16.1 Connecting the USB stick.................................................................................................................53
16.2 Import function ..................................................................................................................................53
16.3 Export functions ................................................................................................................................54
16.4 Ongoing data transfer.......................................................................................................................54
16.5 Error during data transmission..........................................................................................................55
16.6 Removing the USB stick...................................................................................................................55
17. SELF-TEST FUNCTION.......................................................................................55
17.1 Activating the self-test function .........................................................................................................55

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17.2 Deactivating the self-test mode.........................................................................................................56
18. HUMIDIFICATION / DEHUMIDIFICATION SYSTEM...........................................57
18.1 Function of the humidifying and dehumidifying system....................................................................58
19. DEFROSTING AT REFRIGERATING OPERATION............................................59
20. OPTIONS..............................................................................................................60
20.1 Communication software APT-COM™ 3 DataControlSystem (option)............................................60
20.2 Data logger kits (option)....................................................................................................................60
20.3 Water protected internal socket (option)...........................................................................................60
21. MAINTENANCE, CLEANING, AND SERVICE ....................................................61
21.1 Maintenance intervals, service..........................................................................................................61
21.2 Service Reminder..............................................................................................................................62
21.3 Cleaning and decontamination .........................................................................................................62
21.3.1 Cleaning ..................................................................................................................................62
21.3.2 Decontamination .....................................................................................................................64
21.4 Sending the chamber back to BINDER GmbH.................................................................................65
22. DISPOSAL............................................................................................................65
22.1 Disposal of the transport packing .....................................................................................................65
22.2 Decommissioning..............................................................................................................................66
22.3 Disposal of the chamber in the Federal Republic of Germany.........................................................66
22.4 Disposal of the chamber in the member states of the EU except for the Federal Republic of
Germany ...........................................................................................................................................67
22.5 Disposal of the chamber in non-member states of the EU...............................................................68
23. TROUBLESHOOTING .........................................................................................69
24. TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION................................................................................70
24.1 Factory calibration and adjustment...................................................................................................70
24.2 Over current protection.....................................................................................................................70
24.3 Definition of usable volume...............................................................................................................71
24.4 KBF-S technical data ........................................................................................................................71
24.5 Equipment and options (extract).......................................................................................................73
24.6 Accessories and spare parts (extract)..............................................................................................74
24.7 Dimensions .......................................................................................................................................75
25. CERTIFICATES AND DECLARATIONS OF CONFORMITY...............................77
25.1 EU Declaration of Conformity ...........................................................................................................77
25.2 Certificate for the GS mark of conformity of the “Deutsche Gesetzliche Unfallversicherung e.V.“
(German Social Accident Insurance) DGUV.....................................................................................80
26. PRODUCT REGISTRATION................................................................................82
27. CONTAMINATION CLEARANCE CERTIFICATE ...............................................83
27.1 For chambers located outside USA and Canada.............................................................................83
27.2 For chambers located in USA and Canada......................................................................................86

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Dear customer,
For the correct operation of the chambers, 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 instruc-
tions may result in personal injury. It can also lead to damage to the chamber 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. Observe the national regulations on
minimum age of laboratory personnel. To avoid injuries and damage observe the safety instructions of
the operating manual.
WARNING
Failure to observe the safety instructions.
Serious injuries and chamber damage.
Observe the safety instructions in this operating manual.
Carefully read the complete operating instructions of the chambers.
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 dam-
ages, 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 exist-
ing 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 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 safety definitions and symbols indicate dangerous situations fol-
lowing 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 (irreversi-
ble) injury.

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WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious (irre-
versible) injury.
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 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
Lifting hazard
Scalding hazard
High humidity
Danger of frost
Risk of corrosion and /
or chemical burns
Harmful substances
Biohazard
Pollution Hazard
Mandatory action signs
Mandatory regulation Read operating
instructions
Disconnect the power
plug
Lift with several persons
Lift with mechanical
assistance
Environment protection
Wear protective gloves
Wear safety goggles

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Prohibition signs
Do NOT touch Do NOT spray with
water
Do NOT climb
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 chamber
The following labels are located on the chamber:
Pictograms (warning signs)
Risk of injury (on outer door, only KBF-S-UL).
Observe the safety instructions in the operating manual.
Hot surface (on chamber door)
Observe the prescribed freshwater quality
(on the freshwater can)
Burning and scalding hazard (chamber rear)
Service label

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Figure 1: Position of labels on the chamber front
(KBF-S-UL) Figure 2: Position of label on the chamber rear
Keep safety labels complete and legible.
Replace safety labels that are no longer legible. Contact BINDER Service for these replacements.
1.4 Type plate
The type plate sticks to the left side of the chamber, bottom right-hand.
Figure 3: Type plate (example KBF-S 240 regular chamber 9020-0366)
Nominal temp.
IP protection
Safety device
Class
Art. No.
Project No.
Built
70 °C
158 °F
20
DIN 12880
3.1
9
020-0366
2018
1
,40 kW / 8,5 A
200
-230 V / 50 Hz
20
0-230 V / 60 Hz
1 N ~
Max. operating pressure 15 bar
R 134A – 0,27 kg
Contains fluorinated
greenhouse gases covered
by the Kyoto Protocol
CONSTANT
CLIMATE CHAMBER
BINDER GmbH
Im Mittleren Ösch 5
78532 Tuttlingen / Germany
www.binder-world.com
KBF-S
240
E6
Serial No. 00000000000000
Made in Germany

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Figure 4: Type plate (example KBF-S 240 optional chamber 9120-0366)
Indications of the type plate (example)
Information
BINDER
Manufacturer: BINDER GmbH
KBF-S 240
Model designation
Constant climate chamber
Device name
Serial No.
00000000000000
Serial no. of the chamber
Built
2018
Year of construction
Nominal temperature
70 °C / 158 °F
Nominal temperature
IP protection
20
IP type of protection acc. to standard EN 60529
Temp. safety device DIN 12880
Temperature safety device acc. to standard DIN
12880:2007
Class
3.1
Class of temperature safety device
Art. No.
9020-0366
Art. no. of the chamber
Project No.
---
Optional: Special application acc. to project no.
1,40 kW
Nominal power
8,5 A
Nominal current
200-230 V / 50 Hz
Nominal voltage range +/-10%
at the indicated power frequency
200-230 V / 60 Hz
1 N ~
Current type
Max. operating pressure 15 bar
Max operating pressure in the refrigerating system
(15 bar / 218 PSI)
R 134A - 0,27 kg
Refrigerant type and filling weight
With option internal socket:
Nominal power: 0,90 kW
With option internal socket: increased total nominal
power
Contains fluorinated greenhouse gases covered by the Kyoto Protocol
Symbol on the type plate
Information
CE conformity marking
Electrical and electronic equipment manufactured / placed on the market
in the EU after 13 August 2005 and be disposed of in separate collection
according to Directive 2012/19/EU on waste electrical and electronic
equipment (WEEE).
GS mark of conformity of the “Deutsche Gesetzliche Unfallversicherung
e.V. (DGUV), Prüf- und Zertifizierungsstelle Nahrungsmittel und
Verpackung im DGUV Test“ (German Social Accident Insurance
(DGUV), Testing and Certification Body for Foodstuffs and Packaging
Industry in DGUV Test).
Not valid for UL chambers.
Nominal temp.
IP protection
Safety device
Class
Art. No.
Project No.
Built
70 °C
158 °F
20
DIN 12880
3.1
9
120-0366
2018
1
,40 kW / 8,5 A
200
-230 V / 50 Hz
20
0-230 V / 60 Hz
1 N ~
Max. operating pressure 15 bar
R 134A – 0,27 kg
Contains fluorinated
greenhouse gases covered
by the Kyoto Protocol
With option internal socket:
Nominal power: 1,90 kW
CONSTANT CLIMATE CHAMBER
BINDER GmbH
Im Mittleren Ösch 5
78532 Tuttlingen / Germany
www.binder-world.com
KBF-S
240
E6
Serial No. 00000000000000
Made in Germany

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1.5 General safety instructions on installing and operating the chambers
With regard to operating the chambers and to the installation location, please observe the DGUV guide-
lines 213-850 on safe working in laboratories (formerly BGI/GUV-I 850-0, BGR/GUV-R 120 or ZH 1/119,
issued by the employers’ liability insurance association) (for Germany.
BINDER GmbH is only responsible for the safety features of the chamber provided skilled electricians or
qualified personnel authorized by BINDER perform all maintenance and repair, and if components relat-
ing to chamber safety are replaced in the event of failure with original spare parts.
To operate the chamber, 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 chamber.
∅Do NOT install the chamber in unventilated recesses.
Ensure sufficient ventilation for dispersal of the heat.
Do not operate the chambers in hazardous locations.
DANGER
Explosion hazard.
Danger of death.
∅Do NOT operate the chamber in potentially explosive areas.
∅KEEP explosive dust or air-solvent mixtures AWAY from the chamber.
The chambers do not dispose of any measures of explosion protection.
DANGER
Explosion hazard.
Danger of death.
∅Do NOT introduce any substance into the chamber which is combustible or
explosive at
working temperature.
∅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 and humidity.
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 chamber into operation.
DANGER
Electrical hazard.
Danger of death.
∅The chamber must NOT become wet during operation or maintenance.

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The chambers were produced in accordance with VDE regulations and were routinely tested in accord-
ance to VDE 0411-1 (IEC 61010-1).
During and shortly after operation, the temperature of the inner surfaces almost equals the set-point.
CAUTION
The inner chamber will become hot during operation.
Danger of burning.
∅Do NOT touch the inner surfaces or the charging material during operation.
WARNING
Stability hazard.
Danger of injury.
Damage to the chamber and the charging material.
Housing cover breakaway.
∅Do NOT climb on the lower housing cover.
∅Do NOT load the lower housing cover and the door with heavy objects while the cham-
ber door is open.
1.6 Intended use
Constant climate chambers series KBF-S are suitable for exact conditioning of harmless materials. A
mixture of any component of the charging material with air must NOT be explosive. The operating tem-
perature must lie below the flash point or below the sublimation point of the charging material. Any com-
ponent of the charging material must NOT be able to release toxic gases.
Other applications are not approved.
The chambers are not classified as medical devices as defined by the Medical Device Directive
93/42/EEC.
Following the instructions in this operating manual and conducting regular maintenance work
(chap. 21) are part of the intended use.
DANGER
Explosion or implosion hazard.
Danger of poisoning.
Danger of death.
∅Do NOT introduce any substance combustible or explosive at working temperature into
the chamber, in particular no energy sources such as batteries or lithium-ion batteries.
∅NO explosive dust or air-solvent mixture in the inner chamber.
∅Do NOT introduce any substance which could lead to release of toxic gases.
The charging material shall not contain any corrosive ingredients that may damage the ma-
chine components made of stainless steel, aluminum, and copper. Such ingredients include in
particular acids and halides. Any corrosive damage caused by such ingredients is excluded
from liability by BINDER GmbH.

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WARNING: If customer should use a BINDER chamber running in non-supervised continu-
ous operation, we strongly recommend in case of inclusion of irrecoverable specimen or
samples to split such specimen or samples and store them in at least two chambers, if this is
feasible.
In case of foreseeable use of the chamber there is no risk for the user through the integration of the
chamber into systems or by special environmental or operating conditions in the sense of EN 61010-
1:2010. For this, the intended use of the chamber and all its connections must be observed.
1.7 Operating instructions
Depending on the application and location of the chamber, the operator of the chamber must provide the
relevant information for safe operation of the chamber in a set of operating instructions.
Keep these operating instructions with the chamber at all times in a place where they are
clearly visible. They must be comprehensible and written in the language of the employees.
1.8 Measures to prevent accidents
The operator of the chamber must observe the following rule: “Betreiben von Arbeitsmitteln. Betreiben
von Kälteanlagen, Wärmepumpen und Kühleinrichtungen“ (Operation of work equipment. Operation of
refrigeration systems, heat pumps and refrigeration equipment) (GUV-R 500 chap. 2.35) (for Germany).
The manufacturer took the following measures to prevent ignition and explosions:
•Indications on the type plate
See operating manual chap. 1.4.
•Operating manual
An operating manual is available for each chamber.
•Overtemperature monitoring
The chamber is equipped with a temperature display, which can be read from outside.
The chamber is equipped with an additional safety controller (temperature safety device class 3.1 acc.
to DIN 12880:2007). Visual and audible (buzzer) signals indicate temperature exceeding.
•Safety, measurement, and control equipment
The safety, measuring, and control equipment is easily accessible.
•Electrostatic charge
The interior parts are grounded.
•Non-ionizing radiation
Non-ionizing radiation is not intentionally produced, but released only for technical reasons by electri-
cal equipment (e.g. electric motors, power cables, solenoids). The machine has no permanent mag-
nets. If persons with active implants (e.g. pacemakers, defibrillators) keep a safe distance (distance of
field source to implant) of 30 cm, an influence of these implants can be excluded with high probability.
•Protection against touchable surfaces
Tested according to EN ISO 13732-1:2008.
•Floors
See operating manual chap. 3.4 for correct installation
•Cleaning
See operating manual chap. 21.3.

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•Examinations
The chamber has been inspected by the “Deutsche Gesetzliche Unfallversicherung e.V. (DGUV)
(German Social Accident Insurance (DGUV)” (German Social Accident Insurance (DGUV), Testing
and Certification Body for Foodstuffs and Packaging Industry in DGUV Test) and bears the GS mark.
Not valid for UL chambers.
1.9 Resistance of the humidity sensor against harmful substances
The following list of harmful substances refers only to the humidity sensor and does not include any other
materials incorporated in the chamber or prohibited substances in relation to explosion protection.
Some gases - especially clean gases - do not have any influence on the humidity sensor. Others do have
a very small influence, whereas others may influence the sensor to a larger extent.
•The following gases do not influence the sensor and the humidity measurement: Argon (Ar), carbon
dioxide (CO2),helium (He), hydrogen (H2), neon (Ne), nitrogen (N2), nitrous oxide (N2O), oxygen (O2)
•The following gases do not or to a minor extent influence the sensor and the humidity measurement:
Butane (C4H10), ethane (C2H6), methane (CH4), natural gas propane (C3H8)
•The following gases do not, or to a minor extent influence the sensor and the humidity measurement,
provided that the indicated loads are not exceeded:
Maximum work place
threshold limit value
Tolerated concentration
with permanent load
Substance
Formula
ppm
mg/m3
ppm
mg/m3
Ammonia
NH3
20
14
5500
4000
Acetone
CH3COCH3
500
1200
3300
8000
Benzene
300
1200
150000
Chlorine
Cl2
0.5
1.5
0.7
2
Acetic acid
CH3COOH
10
25
800
2000
Ethyl acetate
CH3COOC2H5
400
1400
4000
15000
Ethanol
C2H5OH
500
960
3500
6000
Ethylene glycol
HOCH2CH2OH
10
26
1200
3000
Formaldehyde
HCHO
0.3
0.37
2400
3000
Isopropanol
(CH3)2CHOH
200
500
4800
12000
Methanol
CH3OH
200
260
3500
6000
Methyl ethyl ketone
C2H5COCH3
200
590
3300
8000
Ozone
O3
0.1
0.2
0.5
1
Hydrochloric acid
HCl
2
3
300
500
Hydrogen sulphide
H2S
10
15
350
500
Nitrogen oxides
NOx
5
9
5
9
Sulphur dioxide
SO2
5
13
5
13
Toluol
C6H5CH3
100
380
1300
5000
Xylene
C6H4(CH3)2
100
440
1300
5000
These values are to be considered as approximate values. The sensor resistance largely depends on
the temperature and humidity conditions during the time of exposure to harmful substances. Avoid
simultaneous condensation. Tolerated error of measurement: ± 2 %r.H. The maximum work place
threshold limit value is one that can be regarded as harmless for humans.
•Vapors of oil and fat are dangerous for the sensor because they may condensate at the sensor and
thus prevent its function (insulating layer). For similar reasons it is not possible to measure smoke
gases.

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2. Chamber description
The constant climate chambers KBF-S are equipped with a multifunctional microprocessor display con-
troller with 2-channel technology for temperature and humidity plus a digital display accurate to one-tenth
of a degree resp. 0.1% r.h.
With its microprocessor controlled humidifying and dehumidifying system the KBF-S is a high-precision
constant climate chamber.
The KBF-S meets the “Long term testing” and “Accelerated testing” requirements for climatic chambers
acc. to ICH guideline CPMP/ICH/2736/99 (Q1A).
Furthermore, it permits simulating exactly and over long periods constant conditions for other applications
such as sample conditioning for material testing of paper, textiles, plastics, building materials, etc.
Freshwater is supplied by manually filling a freshwater can which shall be placed inside the supplied
standard water can support. In addition a magnetic support adjustable in height is optionally available.
The APT.line™ preheating chamber system guarantees high level of spatial and time-based temperature
precision, thanks to the direct and distributed air circulation into the interior. The fan supports exact at-
tainment and maintenance of the desired temperature accuracy.
A resistance humidifying system humidifies the air. For this purpose, use deionized (demineralized) wa-
ter. The option BINDER Pure Aqua Service allows using the chamber with any degree of water hardness.
The inner chamber, the pre-heating chamber and the interior side of the doors are all made of stainless
steel V2A (German material no. 1.4301, US equivalent AISI 304). The housing is RAL 7035 powder-
coated. All corners and edges are also completely coated.
All chamber functions are easy and comfortable to use thanks to their clear arrangement. Major features
are easy cleaning of all chamber parts and avoidance of undesired contamination.
The efficient RD4 chamber controller is equipped with a multitude of operating functions, in addition to
recorder and alarm functions. Set-point entry is easily accomplished directly via the chamber controller
and is also possible directly with a computer via Intranet in connection with the communication software
APT-COM™ 3 DataControlSystem (option, chap. 20.1). The constant climate chamber comes equipped
with an Ethernet serial interface for computer communication and with a USB interface. In addition, the
BINDER communication software APT-COM™ 3 permits networking up to 40 chambers and connecting
them to a PC for controlling and programming, as well as recording and representing temperature and
humidity data. For further options, see chap.24.5.
The chambers size 240 and 720 are equipped with four castors. Both front castors can be easily locked
via the attached brakes.
Temperature range: 0 °C / 32 °F up to 70 °C / 158 °F, humidity range: 10% r.h. to 80% r.h.
For the control ranges of temperature and humidity, see climatic diagrams (chap. 18).

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2.1 Chamber overview
Figure 5: Constant climate chamber KBF-S size 240
(1) Main power switch
(2) Instrument panel with RD4 chamber controller and USB interface
(3) USB interfaces
(4) Door handle
(5) Chamber door
(6) Refrigerating machine and humidity generation module
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(1)

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2.2 Rear chamber view
(10)
(11)
(12) (9)
(7)
(8)
(9)
Figure 6: Rear view of the chamber (example: KBF-S 240)
(7) Freshwater can with can support
(8) Hose leading to the freshwater can
(9) Hose fixing devices
(10) Ethernet interface
(11) Power cable
(12) Condensate collection pan

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3. Completeness of delivery, transportation, storage, and installa-
tion
3.1 Unpacking, and checking equipment and completeness of delivery
After unpacking, please check the chamber 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 shelves on the inner surfaces. This
has no impact on the function and performance of the chamber.
Please remove any transportation protection devices and adhesives in/on the chamber and on the doors
and remove the operating manuals and accessory equipment.
CAUTION
Sliding or tilting of the chamber.
Damage to the chamber.
Risk of injury by lifting heavy loads.
∅Do NOT lift or transport the chamber using the door, the handle, or the lower housing.
Lift chambers size 240 from the pallet at the four lower corners with the aid of six peo-
ple or with a fork lifter. Set the fork lifter only from the front or rear in the middle of the
chamber.
Lift the chambers size 720 from the pallet using technical devices (fork lifter). Set the
fork lifter only from the front or rear in the middle of the chamber.
∅Do NOT set the fork lifter from the chamber side.
If you need to return the chamber, 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. 22.1.
Note on second-hand chambers (Ex-Demo-Units):
Second-hand chambers are chambers that were 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 chambers are marked with a sticker on the chamber door. Please remove the sticker be-
fore commissioning the chamber.

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3.2 Guidelines for safe lifting and transportation
The front castors of the chambers size 240 and 720 can be blocked by brakes. After operation, please
observe the guidelines for temporarily decommissioning the chamber (chap. 22.2). Please move the
chambers with castors only when empty and on an even surface, otherwise the castors may be dam-
aged.
CAUTION
Sliding or tilting of the chamber.
Damage to the chamber.
Risk of injury by lifting heavy loads.
Transport the chamber in its original packaging only.
For moving or shipping, secure the constant climate chamber with transport straps.
∅Do NOT lift or transport the chamber using the door, the handle, or the lower housing.
Lift chambers size 240 at the four lower corners with the aid of 6 people or with a fork
lifter. Set the fork lifter only from the front or rear in the middle of the chamber.
Lift the chambers size 720 using technical devices (fork lifter). Set the fork lifter only
from the front or rear in the middle of the chamber.
∅Do NOT set the fork lifter from the chamber side.
You can order transport packing for moving or shipping purposes from BINDER service.
Permissible ambient temperature range during transport:
•If the steam humidifying system has NOT been emptied: +3 °C / 37.4 °F to +60 °C / 140 °F.
•After BINDER Service has emptied the steam humidifying system: -10 °C / 14 °F to +60 °C / 140 °F.
With temperatures below +3 °C / 37.4 °F, water must be completely removed from the humidifying sys-
tem.
CAUTION
Transport below +3 °C / 37.4 °F with filled steam humidifying system.
Freezing in the steam generator.
Damage to the chamber.
Contact BINDER Service before any transportation below +3 °C / 37.4 °F.
3.3 Storage
Intermediate storage of the chamber is possible in a closed and dry room. Observe the guidelines for
temporary decommissioning (chap. 22.2).
Permissible ambient temperature range during storage:
•If the steam humidifying system has NOT been emptied: +3 °C / 37.4 °F to +60 °C / 140 °F.
•After BINDER Service has emptied the steam humidifying system: -10 °C / 14 °F to +60 °C / 140 °F

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With temperatures below +3 °C / 37.4 °F, water must be completely removed from the humidifying sys-
tem.
CAUTION
Storage below +3 °C / 37.4 °F with filled steam humidifying system.
Freezing in the steam generator.
Damage to the chamber.
Contact BINDER Service before any transportation below +3 °C / 37.4 °F.
Permissible ambient humidity: max. 70 % r.H., non-condensing
CAUTION
Condensation by excess humidity.
Danger of corrosion on the housing after operating at humidity values > 70 % r.H.
for a long period.
Dry the chamber completely before shut-down:
•Set the humidity to 0 % r.H. To enable dehumidification, the humidifying and dehu-
midifying system must be activated (deactivated function “Humidity off”, chap. 8).
•Set the temperature set point to 60 °C / 140 °F for approx. 2 hours.
•Only then, shut down the chamber at the main power switch (1) and
empty the
freshwater can.
When after storage in a cold location you transfer the chamber to its warmer installation site, condensa-
tion may form. Before start-up, wait at least one hour until the chamber has attained ambient temperature
and is completely dry.
In case of a prolonged temporal decommissioning: Leave the chamber door open or remove the access
port plugs.
3.4 Location of installation and ambient conditions
Set up the constant climate chamber on a flat, even surface, and in a well-ventilated, dry location and
align it using a spirit level. The site of installation must be capable of supporting the chamber’s weight
(see technical data, chap.24.4). The chambers are designed for setting up inside a building (indoor use).
CAUTION
Danger of overheating.
Damage to the chamber.
∅Do NOT set up chamber in non-ventilated recesses.
Ensure sufficient ventilation for dispersal of the heat.
•Permissible ambient temperature range during operation: +18 °C / 64.4 °F to +32 °C / 89.6 °F. At
elevated ambient temperature values, fluctuations in temperature can occur.
The ambient temperature should not be substantially higher than the indicated ambient tem-
perature of +22 °C +/- 3 °C / 71.6 °F +/- 5.4 °F to which the specified technical data relate.
Deviations from the indicated data are possible for other ambient conditions.
With each degree of ambient temperature >25 °C / 77 °F, the refrigeration power decreases
by 1.5 K.

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•Permissible ambient humidity: 70 % r.H. max., non-condensing
When operating the chamber at temperature set-points below ambient temperature, high ambient humidi-
ty may lead to condensation on the chamber.
•Installation height: max. 2000 m / 6562 ft. above sea level.
Water supply is provided by manually filling the freshwater can (chap. 4.1).
To avoid any possible water damage, provide a floor drain at the location of the device. Select
a suitable installation site to avoid any consequential damage by splashing water.
When placing several chambers of the same size side by side, maintain a minimum distance of 250 mm /
9.84 in between each chamber. Wall distances: rear 100 mm / 3.9 in, sides 160 mm / 6.29 in. Spacing
above the chamber of at least 100 mm / 3.9 in must also be accounted for.
Maximum load of the top of the housing: 15 kg / 33 lb.
CAUTION
Danger by stacking.
Damage to the chambers.
∅Do NOT place the chambers on top of each other.
To completely separate the chamber from the power supply, you must disconnect the power plug. Install
the chamber in a way that the power plug is easily accessible and can be easily pulled in case of danger.
For the user there is no risk of temporary overvoltages in the sense of EN 61010-1:2010.
With an increased amount of dust in the ambient air, clean the condenser fan (by suction or blowing)
several times a year.
Avoid any conductive dust in the ambiance according to the chamber layout complying with pollution de-
gree 2 (IEC 61010-1).
Do not install or operate the chamber in potentially explosive areas.
DANGER
Explosion hazard.
Danger of death.
∅Do NOT operate the chamber in potentially explosive areas.
KEEP explosive dust or air-solvent mixtures AWAY from the vicinity of the chamber.
DANGER
Electrical hazard.
Danger of death.
∅Do NOT install any electrical wiring or components under the unit.
Install the chamber in a way that freshwater can is easily accessible for filling.