Binder MK 240 Operational manual

Issue 03/2021 Art. no. 7001-0409
Operating Manual
Translation of the original operating manual
LIT MK (E5)
Battery test chambers
Model
Model version
Art. No.
LIT MK 240 LITMK240-400V 9020-0402, 9120-0402
LITMK240-400V-C 9020-0404 (with voltage and frequency changer)
LIT MK 720 LITMK720-400V 9020-0403, 9120-0403
LITMK720-400V-C 9020-0405 (with voltage and frequency changer)
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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Contents
1. SAFETY.................................................................................................................. 7
1.1 Personnel Qualification .......................................................................................................................7
1.2 Operating manual................................................................................................................................7
1.3 Legal considerations ...........................................................................................................................7
1.4 Structure of the safety instructions......................................................................................................8
1.4.1 Signal word panel .....................................................................................................................8
1.4.2 Safety alert symbol ...................................................................................................................8
1.4.3 Pictograms ................................................................................................................................9
1.4.4 Word message panel structure.................................................................................................9
1.5 Localization / position of safety labels on the chamber ....................................................................10
1.6 Type plate..........................................................................................................................................10
1.7 General safety instructions................................................................................................................11
1.7.1 Notes on the installation site...................................................................................................12
1.7.2 Notes on loading and operation..............................................................................................13
1.7.3 Notes on handling CO2...........................................................................................................14
1.7.4 Notes on handling nitrogen when using it as inert gas ...........................................................15
1.7.5 Precautions when handling gas cylinders ..............................................................................15
2. INTENDED USE ................................................................................................... 16
2.1 Use ....................................................................................................................................................16
2.1.1 EUCAR Hazard levels – Overview .........................................................................................17
2.2 General requirements for the chamber load .....................................................................................18
2.3 Tests with EUCAR hazard level up to max. 3...................................................................................18
2.3.1 Requirements for the chamber load .......................................................................................18
2.3.2 Operation with the max. Expectation of an EUCAR event with hazard level 3 ......................19
2.4 Tests with EUCAR hazard level 4 to 6..............................................................................................19
2.4.1 Requirements for the chamber load .......................................................................................19
2.4.2 Detection and secure inclusion of an event within the battery test chamber by immanent
safety with a defined load (max. one single 18650 cell with LIT MK 240, max. three 18650
cells with LIT MK 720).............................................................................................................21
2.4.3 Detection and safe inclusion of an event within the battery test chamber by additional opera-
tor-provided measures with a defined load.............................................................................21
2.5 Medical devices.................................................................................................................................22
2.6 Personnel Requirements...................................................................................................................22
2.7 Installation site requirements and ambient conditions ......................................................................22
3. FORESEEABLE MISUSE .................................................................................... 23
4. RESIDUAL RISKS................................................................................................ 24
5. OPERATOR RESPONSIBILITY, DOCUMENTATION, AND MEASURES .......... 27
5.1 Risk assessment ...............................................................................................................................27
5.2 Employee training and protocols.......................................................................................................27
5.3 Operating instructions .......................................................................................................................28
5.4 Protective equipment ........................................................................................................................28
5.5 Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) ..........................................................................................28
5.6 Testing and maintenance..................................................................................................................28
5.7 System logbook.................................................................................................................................29
5.8 Operation log.....................................................................................................................................29
6. TESTING .............................................................................................................. 30
6.1 Objective of testing............................................................................................................................30
6.2 Scope of the tests .............................................................................................................................30
6.2.1 Testing before initial commissioning.......................................................................................30

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6.2.2 Tests of technical ventilation systems, extinguishing systems, gas warning devices, inerting
devices, devices, protective systems or safety, control or regulating devices, and other tech-
nical devices for explosion protection .....................................................................................31
6.2.3 Inspection after changes requiring review ..............................................................................32
6.2.4 Recurring tests........................................................................................................................32
6.3 Proof of tests .....................................................................................................................................32
7. CHAMBER DESCRIPTION .................................................................................. 33
7.1 Manufacturer's safety plan: Protective measures and equipment ....................................................33
7.2 Chamber overview ............................................................................................................................35
7.3 Safety module on the right side of the chamber ...............................................................................37
7.4 Lateral control panel..........................................................................................................................38
7.5 Rear power switch.............................................................................................................................39
7.6 Instrument panel ...............................................................................................................................39
7.7 Rear chamber view ...........................................................................................................................40
7.8 Gas detection ....................................................................................................................................41
7.9 CO2fire suppression device (can be triggered automatically and manually) ...................................43
7.9.1 Automatic triggering of the CO2fire suppression device ........................................................44
7.9.2 After triggering of the CO2fire suppression device.................................................................44
7.10 Mechanical door lock ........................................................................................................................44
7.11 Exhaust port with reversible pressure relief flap ...............................................................................45
8. COMPLETENESS OF DELIVERY, TRANSPORTATION, STORAGE, AND
INSTALLATION.................................................................................................... 46
8.1 Unpacking, and checking equipment and completeness of delivery ................................................46
8.2 Guidelines for safe lifting and transportation.....................................................................................47
8.3 Storage..............................................................................................................................................47
8.4 Location of installation and ambient conditions ................................................................................47
9. INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS ............................................................... 49
9.1 Connecting the CO2pressurized gas cylinder ..................................................................................49
9.2 Inertization connections for customer systems.................................................................................49
9.3 Installation of the voltage and frequency changer (chambers with voltage and frequency changer)
..........................................................................................................................................................51
9.4 Electrical connection .........................................................................................................................52
9.4.1Information on connecting the battery test chamber ..............................................................52
9.4.2 Connecting the voltage and frequency changer (for chambers equipped with a voltage and
frequency changer) .................................................................................................................53
10. FUNCTIONAL OVERVIEW OF THE MB2 CHAMBER CONTROLLER............... 55
10.1 Operating functions in normal display...............................................................................................56
10.2 Display views: Normal display, program display, chart-recorder display..........................................57
10.3 Controller icons overview ..................................................................................................................58
10.4 Operating modes...............................................................................................................................60
10.5 Controller menu structure..................................................................................................................61
10.5.1 Main menu ..............................................................................................................................62
10.5.2 “Settings” submenu.................................................................................................................63
10.5.3 “Service” submenu..................................................................................................................63
10.6 Principle of controller entries.............................................................................................................64
10.7 Performance during and after power failures....................................................................................64
10.8 Performance when opening the door................................................................................................65
11. COMMISSIONING................................................................................................ 65
11.1 Preparing and activating the general safety devices ........................................................................65
11.1.1 Inserting the CO2pressurized gas cylinder ............................................................................65
11.1.2 Activating the gas detection system .......................................................................................66
11.1.3 Connection of the coil connector on the CO2pressurized gas cylinder .................................67
11.1.4 Function test of the valve ........................................................................................................67
11.1.5 Connecting the CO2flushing line (high-pressure hose) .........................................................68

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11.2 Commissioning an operator-provided inertization ............................................................................69
11.3 Handling the safety devices during operation ...................................................................................70
11.4 Turning on the chamber....................................................................................................................70
11.5 Controller settings upon start up .......................................................................................................71
12. SET-POINT ENTRY IN “FIXED VALUE” OPERATING MODE........................... 72
12.1 Set-point entry through the “Setpoints” menu...................................................................................72
12.2 Direct setpoint entry via Normal display............................................................................................73
12.3 Special controller functions via operation lines .................................................................................73
13. NOTIFICATION AND ALARM FUNCTIONS........................................................ 75
13.1 Alarms via indicator light with integrated buzzer...............................................................................75
13.1.1 Connections and forwarding of notifications and alarms to customer systems......................76
13.2 Notification and alarm messages overview on the MB2 chamber controller ....................................77
13.2.1 Notifications ............................................................................................................................77
13.2.2 Alarm messages .....................................................................................................................78
13.2.3 State of alarm..........................................................................................................................78
13.2.4 Resetting an alarm, list of active alarms.................................................................................79
13.2.5 Activating / deactivating the audible alarm (alarm buzzer) of the MB2 controller ..................79
14. BEHAVIOR WHEN/AFTER TRIGGERING OF THE CO2FIRE SUPPRESSION
DEVICE ................................................................................................................ 80
15. TEMPERATURE SAFETY DEVICES................................................................... 80
15.1 Over temperature protective device (class 1) ...................................................................................80
15.2 Temperature limiter class 2...............................................................................................................81
15.3 Overtemperature safety controller (adjustable temperature limiter class 2 ......................................81
15.3.1 Safety controller modes ..........................................................................................................81
15.3.2 Setting the safety controller ....................................................................................................82
15.3.3 Message and measures in the state of alarm.........................................................................83
15.3.4 Function check........................................................................................................................83
15.4 Over/under temperature safety device class 2 (option) ....................................................................84
16. TIMER PROGRAM: STOPWATCH FUNCTION .................................................. 85
16.1 Starting a timer program ...................................................................................................................85
16.1.1 Performance during program delay time ................................................................................85
16.2 Stopping a running timer program ....................................................................................................86
16.2.1 Pausing a running timer program ...........................................................................................86
16.2.2 Cancelling a running timer program........................................................................................86
16.3 Performance after the end of the program........................................................................................86
17. TIME PROGRAMS ............................................................................................... 87
17.1 Starting an existing time program .....................................................................................................87
17.1.1 Performance during program delay time ................................................................................88
17.2 Stopping a running time program......................................................................................................88
17.2.1 Pausing a running time program.............................................................................................88
17.2.2 Cancelling a running time program.........................................................................................88
17.3 Performance after the end of the program........................................................................................88
17.4 Creating a new time program............................................................................................................89
17.5 Program editor: program management.............................................................................................89
17.5.1 Deleting a time program..........................................................................................................90
17.6 Section editor: section management.................................................................................................91
17.6.1 Add a new program section ....................................................................................................92
17.6.2 Copy and insert or replace a program section........................................................................92
17.6.3 Deleting a program section.....................................................................................................93
17.7 Value entry for a program section.....................................................................................................94
17.7.1 Section duration ......................................................................................................................94
17.7.2 Set-point ramp and set-point step...........................................................................................95
17.7.3 Special controller functions via operation lines.......................................................................96

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17.7.4 Setpoint entry..........................................................................................................................97
17.7.5 Tolerance range......................................................................................................................98
17.7.6 Repeating one or several sections within a time program......................................................99
17.7.7 Saving the time program.........................................................................................................99
18. WEEK PROGRAMS ........................................................................................... 100
18.1 Starting an existing week program..................................................................................................100
18.2 Cancelling a running week program ...............................................................................................100
18.3 Creating a new week program ........................................................................................................101
18.4 Program editor: program management...........................................................................................102
18.4.1 Deleting a week program......................................................................................................103
18.5 Section editor: section management...............................................................................................104
18.5.1 Add a new program section ..................................................................................................105
18.5.2 Copy and insert or replace a program section......................................................................105
18.5.3 Deleting a program section...................................................................................................106
18.6 Value entry for a program section...................................................................................................106
18.6.1 Set-point ramp and set-point step modes.............................................................................106
18.6.2 Weekday ...............................................................................................................................107
18.6.3 Start time...............................................................................................................................107
18.6.4 Setpoint entry........................................................................................................................108
18.6.5 Special controller functions via operation lines.....................................................................108
19. USER MANAGEMENT....................................................................................... 109
19.1 Authorization levels and password protection.................................................................................109
19.2 Log in...............................................................................................................................................112
19.3 Log out ............................................................................................................................................113
19.4 User change....................................................................................................................................113
19.5 Password assignment and password change.................................................................................114
19.5.1 Password change .................................................................................................................114
19.5.2 Deleting the password for an individual authorization level..................................................116
19.5.3 New password assignment for “Service” or “Admin” authorization level when the password
function was deactivated ......................................................................................................117
19.6 Activation code................................................................................................................................118
20. GENERAL CONTROLLER SETTINGS.............................................................. 119
20.1 Selecting the controller’s menu language .......................................................................................119
20.2 Setting date and time ......................................................................................................................119
20.3 Selecting the temperature unit ........................................................................................................121
20.4 Display configuration.......................................................................................................................121
20.4.1 Adapting the display parameters ..........................................................................................121
20.4.2 Touchscreen calibration........................................................................................................122
20.5 Network and communication...........................................................................................................123
20.5.1 Serial interfaces ....................................................................................................................123
20.5.2 Ethernet ................................................................................................................................124
20.5.2.1 Configuration .................................................................................................................124
20.5.2.2 Display of MAC address ................................................................................................125
20.5.3 Web server............................................................................................................................125
20.5.4 E-Mail....................................................................................................................................126
20.6 USB menu: Data transfer via USB interface ...................................................................................127
20.7 Turning off the interior lighting automatically ..................................................................................128
21. GENERAL INFORMATION ................................................................................ 128
21.1 Service contact page.......................................................................................................................128
21.2 Current operating parameters.........................................................................................................129
21.3 Event list..........................................................................................................................................130
21.4 Technical chamber information.......................................................................................................130
22. CHART RECORDER DISPLAY ......................................................................... 131
22.1 Views...............................................................................................................................................131
22.1.1 Show and hide legend ..........................................................................................................131

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22.1.2 Switch between legend pages ..............................................................................................131
22.1.3 Show and hide specific indications .......................................................................................132
22.1.4 History display.......................................................................................................................132
22.2 Setting the parameters....................................................................................................................135
23. NOTES ON REFRIGERATING OPERATION .................................................... 136
24. ANTI-CONDENSATION PROTECTION VIA OPERATION LINE....................... 137
25. ZERO-VOLTAGE SWITCHING OUTPUTS VIA OPERATION LINES ............... 138
26. OPTIONS............................................................................................................ 139
26.1 APT-COM™ 4 Multi Management Software (option)......................................................................139
26.1.1 APT-COM™ 4 Basic Edition.................................................................................................139
26.2 RS485 interface (option) .................................................................................................................139
26.3 Data logger kit (option)....................................................................................................................139
26.4 Analog outputs for temperature (option) .........................................................................................140
26.5 Object temperature display with flexible Pt 100 temperature sensor (option) ................................140
26.6 Compressed air connection (option) ...............................................................................................141
27. CLEANING AND DECONTAMINATION ............................................................ 141
27.1 Cleaning the battery test chamber following normal operation.......................................................142
27.2 Cleaning the battery test chamber after triggering of the CO2fire suppression device..................143
27.3 Decontamination / chemical disinfection.........................................................................................144
28. MAINTENANCE: INSPECTION, MAINTENANCE, TROUBLESHOOTING,
REPAIR, TESTING............................................................................................. 145
28.1 General information, personnel qualification...................................................................................145
28.2 Maintenance intervals, service........................................................................................................146
28.3 Inspections ......................................................................................................................................147
28.4 Simple troubleshooting....................................................................................................................147
28.5 Sending the chamber back to BINDER GmbH ...............................................................................150
29. DISPOSAL.......................................................................................................... 150
29.1 Disposal of the transport packing....................................................................................................150
29.2 Decommissioning............................................................................................................................151
29.3 Disposal of the chamber in the Federal Republic of Germany .......................................................151
29.4 Disposal of the chamber in the member states of the EU except for the Federal Republic of Ger-
many................................................................................................................................................152
29.5 Disposal of the chamber in non-member states of the EU .............................................................154
30. TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION.............................................................................. 154
30.1 Factory calibration and adjustment .................................................................................................154
30.2 Over-current protection ...................................................................................................................154
30.3 Definition of usable volume.............................................................................................................154
30.4 Technical data.................................................................................................................................155
30.5 Equipment and options (extract) .....................................................................................................157
30.6 Accessories and spare parts (extract) ............................................................................................158
30.7 Dimensions......................................................................................................................................159
31. CERTIFICATES AND DECLARATIONS OF CONFORMITY............................. 161
31.1 EU Declaration of Conformity..........................................................................................................161
31.2 Certificate for the GS mark of conformity of the “Deutsche Gesetzliche Unfallversicherung e.V.“
(German Social Accident Insurance) DGUV...................................................................................164
31.3 Safety concept certificate from TÜV Süd ........................................................................................166
32. CONTAMINATION CLEARANCE CERTIFICATE ............................................. 167
32.1 For chambers located outside the USA and Canada .....................................................................167
32.2 For chambers located in the USA and Canada ..............................................................................170

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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 per-
formance.
1. Safety
1.1 Personnel Qualification
The chamber must only be installed, tested, and started up by personnel qualified for assembly, startup,
and operation of the chamber. Qualified personnel are persons whose professional education, knowledge,
experience and knowledge of relevant standards allow them to assess, carry out, and identify any potential
hazards in the work assigned to them. They must have been trained and instructed, and be authorized, to
work on the chamber.
Only trained personnel with knowledge of the handling of hazardous substances and lithium-ion accumu-
lators as well as knowledge of the operating instructions may set up and install, commission, operate, clean
and decommission the chamber. Further technical requirements (e.g. electrical knowledge) and knowledge
of the service manual are required for maintenance and repairs. The requirements specified by the operator
for PPE (personal protective equipment) must be observed. Training on handling compressed gas cylinders
is required to replace the CO2compressed gas cylinder.
1.2 Operating manual
This operating manual is part of the components of delivery. Always keep it handy for reference in the
vicinity of the chamber. If selling the unit, hand over the operating manual to the purchaser.
To avoid injuries and damage observe the safety instructions of the operating manual. Failure to follow
instructions and safety precautions can lead to significant risks.
DANGER
Dangers due to failure to observe the instructions and safety precautions.
Serious injuries and chamber damage. Risk of death.
Observe the safety instructions in this Operating Manual.
Follow the operating procedures in this Operating Manual.
Carefully read the complete operating instructions of the chamber prior to installing
and using the chamber.
Keep the operating manual for future reference
Make sure that all persons who use the chamber and its associated work equipment have
read and understood the Operating Manual.
This Operating Manual is supplemented and updated as needed. Always use the most recent version of
the Operating Manual. When in doubt, call the BINDER Service Hotline for information on the up-to-date-
ness and validity of this Operating Manual.
1.3 Legal considerations
This operating manual is for informational purposes only. It contains information for correct and safe in-
stalling, start-up, operation, decommissioning, cleaning and maintenance of the product. Note: the contents
and the product described are subject to change without notice.

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Understanding and observing the instructions in this operating manual are prerequisites for hazard-free use
and safety during operation and maintenance. Images are to provide basic understanding. They may devi-
ate from the actual version of the chamber. The actual scope of delivery can, due to optional or special
design, or due to recent technical changes, deviate from the information and illustrations in these instruc-
tions this operating manual. 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, e.g. 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 and the general terms and conditions, as well as the legal regu-
lations valid at the time the contract is concluded. The statements in this manual neither augment nor
restrict the contractual warranty provisions.
1.4 Structure of the safety instructions
In this operating manual, the following safety definitions and symbols indicate dangerous situations follow-
ing the harmonization of ISO 3864-2 and ANSI Z535.6.
1.4.1 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.
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
NOTICE
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.
1.4.2 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.

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1.4.3 Pictograms
Warning signs
Electrical hazard
Hot surface
Explosive atmosphere
Stability hazard
Lifting hazard Pollution Hazard Harmful substances
Risk of corrosion and /
or chemical burns
Biohazard
Danger of frost
Mandatory action signs
Mandatory regulation
Read operating
instructions
Disconnect the power
plug
Lift with mechanical
assistance
Environment protection
Wear protective gloves
Wear safety goggles
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.
1.4.4 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.

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1.5 Localization / position of safety labels on the chamber
The following labels are located on the chamber:
Pictograms (Warning signs)
Hot surface (on chamber door)
Cold surface (on chamber door)
Electrical hazard
(chamber with voltage and frequency
changer: on the voltage and fre-
quency changer)
Service label
Figure 1: Position of labels on the chamber
Keep safety labels complete and legible.
Replace safety labels that are no longer legible. Contact BINDER service for these replacements.
1.6 Type plate
The type plate sticks to the left side of the chamber, bottom right-hand, above the refrigerating module.
Figure 2: Type plate (example of LIT MK 240 regular chamber)
Nominal temp.
110 °C
5,60 kW / 12,0 A
Max. operating pressure 29 bar
230 °F
400 V / 50 Hz
Stage 1: R 452 A – 1,40 kg
IP protection
20
Safety device
DIN 12880
3 N ~
Contains fluorinated greenhouse gases
Class
2.0
covered by the Kyoto Protocol
Art. No.
9020-0402
Project No.
Built
2021
Battery test chamber
BINDER GmbH
Im Mittleren Ösch 5
78532 Tuttlingen / Germany
www.binder-world.com
LIT MK 240
E5
Serial No. 00000000000000
Made in Germany

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Indications of the type plate (example)
Indication
Information
BINDER
Manufacturer: BINDER GmbH
LIT MK 240
Model
Battery test chamber
Device name
Serial No.
00000000000000
Serial no. of the chamber
Built
2021
Year of construction
Nominal temperature
180 °C
356 °F
Nominal temperature
IP protection
20
IP type of protection acc. to EN 60529
Temp. safety device
DIN 12880
Temperature safety device acc. to standard DIN 12880
Class
2.0
Class of temperature safety device
Art. No.
9020-0402
Art. no. of the chamber
Project No.
---
Optional: Special application acc. to project no.
5,60 kW
Nominal power
400 V / 50 Hz
Nominal voltage +/- 10%
at the indicated power frequency
3 N ~
Current type
12,0 A
Nominal current
Max operating pressure 29 bar
Max operating pressure in the refrigerating system
Stage 1: R 452A – 1,40 kg
Cooling 1
st
stage: Refrigerant type, filling weight
Contains fluorinated greenhouse gases
covered by the Kyoto Protocol
Contains fluorinated greenhouse gases covered by the
Kyoto Protocol
Symbols on the type plate
Symbol
Information
CE conformity marking
Electrical and electronic equipment manufactured / placed on the
market in the EU after 13 August 2005 and to 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 Unfallversi-
cherung e.V. (DGUV), Prüf- und Zertifizierungsstelle Nahrungsmittel
und Verpackung im DGUV Test” (German Social Accident Insur-
ance (DGUV), Testing and Certification Body for Foodstuffs and
Packaging Industry in DGUV Test).
1.7 General safety instructions
With regard to operating the chambers and to the installation location, please observe the local and national
regulations relevant for your country (for Germany: DGUV guidelines 213-850 on safe working in laborato-
ries, issued by the employers’ liability insurance association). Observe the relevant regulations for handling
lithium accumulators, CO2and inert gases (e.g. DGUV Information 205-026 for Germany).
With regard to the safety concept for the installation site of the chamber and the connection of the CO2fire
suppression, please observe the local and national fire protection regulations applicable in your country.
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 relating
to chamber safety are replaced in the event of failure with original spare parts.

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The chambers were produced in accordance with VDE regulations and were routinely tested in accordance
to VDE 0411-1 (IEC 61010-1).
A function test is carried out on each safety module before delivery.
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.
1.7.1 Notes on the installation site
NOTICE
Danger of overheating due to lack of ventilation.
Damage to the chamber.
∅Do NOT install the chamber in unventilated recesses.
Ensure sufficient ventilation for dispersal of the heat.
Observe the prescribed minimum distances when installing the chamber (chap. 8.4)
DANGER
Electrical hazard by water entering the chamber.
Deadly electric shock.
∅The chamber must NOT become wet during operation, cleaning, or maintenance.
∅Do NOT install the chamber in damp areas or in puddles.
Set up the chamber in a splash-proof manner.
Do not install or operate the chamber in hazardous locations.
DANGER
Danger of explosion due to combustible dusts or explosive mixtures in the vicinity
of the chamber.
Serious injury or death from burns and / or explosion pressure.
∅Do NOT operate the chamber in potentially explosive areas.
KEEP combustible dust or air-solvent mixtures AWAY from the chamber.
WARNING
Danger of injury and damages by the chamber tipping over or breakaway of the pro-
truding lower housing cover.
Injuries and damage to the chamber and the loading material
∅Do NOT load the lower housing cover with heavy objects while the chamber door is
open and do NOT climb on it.

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1.7.2 Notes on loading and operation
The chamber does not dispose of any measures of explosion protection.
DANGER
Danger of explosion due to introduction of flammable or explosive substances in
the chamber.
Serious injury or death from burns and / or explosion pressure.
∅Do NOT introduce any substance into the chamber which is combustible or explosive at
working temperature.
∅Do NOT introduce any combustible 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 con-
tained moisture constituent and its behavior with the addition of heat energy.
The occurrence of a EUCAR hazard level 7 (explosion) event if the LEL of a released gas is exceeded must
be reliably prevented.
DANGER
Risk of emergence of an explosive atmosphere due to outgassing of the cells Risk
of explosion.
Serious injury or death from burns and / or explosion pressure.
∅Do not carry out destructive tests (“abuse tests”).
When testing 18650-type cells without customer-provided flushing/inertization, ensure
that a maximum of one cell (LIT MK 240) / three cells (LIT MK 720) is inserted. When
inserting several cells, ensure a minimum clearance between the individual cells.
With customer-provided flushing/inertization: Ensure a minimum clearance between
the individual cells.
Ensure that customer-provided permanent inertization is properly connected.
Ensure that the main switch of the gas detection system is switched on during opera-
tion.
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 chamber into operation.

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Damage to lithium-ion batteries can lead to an atmosphere inside the battery test chamber that is harmful
to health.
DANGER
Risk of occurrence of toxic gases due to damaged or burning cells/modules/sys-
tems. Risk of self-ignition of cells, modules, or battery systems with flue gas (CO)
development. Risk of emission of hazardous gases from the interior of the cham-
ber.
Death by suffocation. Poisoning.
Shut the entire test down when the first signs of a EUCAR hazard level 4 to 6 event
are detected.
Ensure ventilation measures: Active extraction (technical ventilation in accordance
with national regulations) must be connected to the exhaust port on the chamber. Ex-
traction must remain effective throughout operation of the chamber.
Observe the relevant regulations for handling lithium-ion batteries.
During and shortly after operation, the temperature of the inner surfaces almost equals the set-point. The
window, the access ports and the inner chamber will become hot during operation.
CAUTION
Danger of burning by touching hot chamber parts during operation.
Burns.
∅Do NOT touch the inner surfaces, the front panel around the inner chamber, the win-
dow, the access port area or the charging material during operation.
1.7.3 Notes on handling CO2
The CO2purge when the CO2fire suppression device is activated can create a harmful atmosphere inside
the chamber.
Carbon dioxide (CO2) in high concentrations is hazardous to health. It is colorless and almost odorless and
therefore practically imperceptible. An active extraction system (technical ventilation according to country-
specific regulations) must be connected to the exhaust air nozzle of the appliance. The extraction must be
effective during the entire operation of the chamber.
Vent out any CO2gas that may escape via good room ventilation or a suitable connection to an exhaust
system. We recommend installing a CO2warning system.
DANGER
Danger of suffocation and poisoning by high concentration of CO2(> 4 Vol.-%).
Death by suffocation.
∅Do NOT set up the chamber in non-ventilated recesses.
Ensure technical ventilation measures: An active extraction system (technical ventila-
tion in accordance with country-specific regulations) must be connected to the exhaust
air connection of the chamber. The extraction must be effective during the entire oper-
ation of the chamber.
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The operator of plant-specific measures must observe the relevant country-specific regulations, which are
intended to ensure safe handling of CO2. Other national or international guidelines or the requirements of
insurance companies or authorities must also be observed. In Germany, please pay particular attention to
DGUV Information 205-026.
Also observe the information in the safety data sheet for CO2.
1.7.4 Notes on handling nitrogen when using it as inert gas
Inertization by the operator can create a harmful atmosphere inside the chamber.
Nitrogen (N2) in high concentrations is hazardous to health. It is colorless and almost odorless and therefore
practically imperceptible. Active extraction (technical ventilation in accordance with country-specific regu-
lations) must be connected to the exhaust air nozzle of the appliance. The extraction must be effective
during the entire operation of the chamber.
Any N2gas that may escape must be safely led out via good room ventilation or a suitable connection to
an exhaust system.
DANGER
Risk of suffocation through high concentration of N2.
Death by suffocation.
∅Do NOT set up the chamber in non-ventilated recesses.
Ensure technical ventilation measures: An active extraction system (technical ventila-
tion in accordance with country-specific regulations) must be connected to the ex-
haust air connection of the chamber. The extraction must be effective during the en-
tire operation of the chamber.
Observe the relevant regulations for handling N2.
Close the N2supply when decommissioning the chamber.
The operator of plant-specific measures must observe the relevant country-specific regulations, which are
intended to ensure safe handling of inert gases. Other national or international guidelines or the require-
ments of insurance companies or authorities must also be observed. Also observe the information in the
safety data sheet for the inert gas used.
1.7.5 Precautions when handling gas cylinders
General information for safe handling of gas cylinders:
•Store and use gas cylinders only in well-ventilated locations.
•Open the gas cylinder valve slowly to avoid pressure surges.
•Secure gas cylinders during storage and use against falling (chaining).
•Transport gas cylinders with a cylinder cart, do not carry, roll, or throw them.
•Always close the valve even with apparently empty cylinders; screw on the cap when not in
use. Return gas cylinders with the valve closed.
•Do not open gas cylinders by force. Mark them when damaged.
•Protect gas cylinders against fire, e.g. do not store together with flammable liquids.
•Observe relevant regulations for dealing with gas cylinders.

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Secure the gas cylinders against falling and other mechanical damage.
WARNING
Risk of injury through sudden release of the stored pressure energy when the valve
safety is torn off.
Injuries.
Secure gas cylinders against falling (chaining).
Transport gas cylinders with a cylinder cart.
The valve of the gas cylinder always must be closed before screwing on or unscrewing the gas hose.
WARNING
Risk of injury through sudden release of the stored pressure energy when opening
the cylinder valve of a not connected cylinder.
Injuries.
Close the gas cylinder valve before connecting or removing the gas hose.
After connecting the gas cylinder, check all gas connections for leaks (e.g. with leak spray or
diluted soap solution).
2. Intended use
Following the instructions in this operating manual and conducting regular maintenance
work (chap. 27) are part of the intended use.
Any use of the chambers that does not comply with the requirements specified in this Operating
Manual shall be considered improper use.
Other applications than those described in this chapter are not approved.
Observe the relevant regulations for handling lithium accumulators, CO2and inert gases (e.g. DGUV Infor-
mation 205-026 for Germany).
2.1 Use
Battery test chambers LIT MK are suitable for temperature treatment of solid or pulverized charging mate-
rial, as well as bulk material, using the supply of heat or cold and as a test cabinet for lithium-ion energy
storage.
The chambers can be used for drying processes, but they are particularly suitable for all tasks that occur in
materials testing and aging tests. The chambers are suitable for harmless materials.
Do NOT use the chamber for drying purpose, especially if greater quantities of steam leading to conden-
sation will be set free.
Ageing tests and performance tests of lithium-ion accumulators (secondary cells) may be carried out. Ex-
posure of non-energized and alternately energized and non-energized accumulators at different tempera-
tures and, if necessary, humidity values is permitted for testing the service life and determining perfor-
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Charge and discharge cycles can be carried out within the test room (chamber interior) at different temper-
ature values. When testing lithium-ion batteries, various faults may occur. The European Council for Auto-
motive and R&D (EUCAR) has divided these into different hazard levels (chap. 2.1.1). The battery test
chambers LIT MK can, under defined conditions, cover error cases up to and including hazard level 6. In
order to enable safe inclusion of the event in the chamber for such error cases, the chamber includes
various safety measures (chap. 7.1).
Depending on the EUCAR hazard level of the planned tests, the insertion of different battery types is per-
mitted:
•For tests with EUCAR hazard level up to max. 3, cells, modules (interconnected cells), and battery
systems (total systems including monitoring electronics) are permitted.
•For tests with EUCAR hazard level 4 to 6, only individual cells (i.e., not interconnected) are permitted.
Abuse testing, destructive testing, and the generation of short-circuits in the cells, modules, and
systems are NOT generally permitted. Deliberate destruction of the inserted batteries (operational,
mechanical) is not permitted.Deeply discharged cells or mechanically damaged cells must NOT be
introduced.
The development of an explosive atmosphere must be reliably ruled out. Never exceed the Lower Explosive
Limit (LEL) when releasing gases. For this reason, the quantity of gas released during operation must be
reliably limited.
The chambers are not equipped with explosion protection measures. Tests with EUCAR hazard level 7 are
not permitted.
Additional safety measures (flushing/inertization) may be connected by the operator. Gas connection facil-
ities for inertization, as well as a pressure reducing valve and flow meter are provided by BINDER. Inertiza-
tion can be used by a certain continuous flow or by regulation for oxygen suppression. The customer will
be provided with the connections for the solenoid valve and the analog value of the oxygen sensor. The
operator is responsible for safe operation of the flushing/inertization. Technical measures of the op-
erator are not monitored by the test cabinet. Responsibility for safety in such measures lies exclusively with
the operator. In the event of damage, there is a possibility that the cell itself generates oxygen through the
internal chemical reaction (EUCAR hazard level 4).
2.1.1 EUCAR Hazard levels – Overview
EUCAR
Hazard level Classification criteria and effects
0 No effect ∅no functional impairment
1 Activation of passive safety device
Cell still usable, safety devices must
be repaired
∅No defect, no leakage, no degassing,
no thermal reactions, cell is reversibly
damaged
2 Defect, damage ∅no leakage, no degassing, no thermal
reactions, cell is irreversibly damaged
3 Leakage
mass loss < 50%
∅No degassing
Mass loss / weight loss of electrolyte
< 50%
No fire, no breakage, no explosion
4 Degassing
mass loss > 50%
∅no fire, no breakage, no explosion,
mass loss / weight loss of electrolyte
> 50%
5 Fire or flames ∅no breakage, no explosion, no flying
parts
6 Bursting, breakage. Flying parts of the
active electrode masses
∅no explosion
7 Explosion. Cell destruction

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2.2 General requirements for the chamber load
Observe the specification and safety instructions depending on the tests to be performed:
•Requirements for the chamber load for tests with EUCAR hazard level up to max. 3 (chap. 2.3.1)
•Requirements for the chamber load for tests with EUCAR hazard level 4 to 6 (chap. 2.4.1)
Any solvent must not be explosive and 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. Any component of the charging material must NOT be able to
release toxic gases.
The charging material shall not contain any corrosive ingredients that may damage the machine compo-
nents made of stainless steel, aluminum, and copper. Such ingredients include in particular acids and hal-
ides. Any corrosive damage caused by such ingredients is excluded from liability by BINDER GmbH.
Contamination of the chamber by toxic, infectious or radioactive substances must be prevented
WARNING
Danger of intoxication and infection through contamination of the chamber with
toxic, infectious or radioactive substances.
Damages to health.
Protect the interior of the chamber from contamination by toxic, infectious or radioactive
substances.
Take suitable protective measures when introducing and removing toxic, infectious or
radioactive material
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.
2.3 Tests with EUCAR hazard level up to max. 3
2.3.1 Requirements for the chamber load
ONLY lithium-ion batteries are permitted for aging and performance tests on cells, modules, and battery
systems. Do NOT insert other types of battery, such as lead batteries, into the chamber.
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Ensure adequate minimum clearances between the inserted batteries for heat dissipation. The minimum
distance in the chamber between individual cells must be dimensioned in such a way that activation of
additional cells as a follow-up reaction is safely excluded in the event of a start reaction of an individual cell.
The customer must take their own safety precautions to ensure that the batteries cannot
exceed a temperature of 90°C.
The chamber does not dispose of any measures of explosion protection.
DANGER
Explosion or implosion hazard and danger of poisoning by introduction of unsuit-
able loading material.
Poisoning. Serious injury or death from burns and / or explosion pressure.
∅Do NOT introduce any combustible dust or air-solvent mixture into the chamber.
∅Do NOT introduce any substance which could lead to release of toxic gases into the
chamber.
∅DO NOT insert other types of battery, such as lead batteries, into the chamber.
ONLY lithium-ion batteries are permitted.
∅Do NOT carry out destructive tests (“abuse tests”).
Ensure a minimum clearance between individual cells.
2.3.2 Operation with the max. Expectation of an EUCAR event with hazard level 3
In the event that the user tests cells, modules, or systems with a higher energy content than that of an
individual 18650 cell with LIT MK 240 or of three cells with LIT MK 720, the maximum expected damage to
the test object may be consistent with EUCAR hazard level 3.
There is no fire development, no containment measures are necessary.
2.4 Tests with EUCAR hazard level 4 to 6
2.4.1 Requirements for the chamber load
ONLY lithium-ion batteries are permitted for aging and performance tests on cells. Do NOT insert other
types of battery, such as lead batteries, into the chamber. NO modules or systems may be inserted, i.e.,
cells must not be interconnected.
Without customer-supplied flushing/inertization, only the following cells may be inserted into the chamber:
•LIT MK 240: a single individual cell of type 18650
•LIT MK 720: up to three cells of type 18650

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The chamber does not dispose of any measures of explosion protection.
DANGER
Explosion or implosion hazard and danger of poisoning by introduction of unsuit-
able loading material.
Poisoning. Serious injury or death from burns and / or explosion pressure.
∅Do NOT introduce any combustible dust or air-solvent mixture into the chamber.
∅DO NOT insert any other battery types, such as lead-acid batteries, into the cham-
ber. Only lithium-ion accumulators are permitted.
∅DO NOT insert modules, i.e. connected cells, or battery systems into the chamber.
∅Do NOT perform destructive tests (so-called abuse tests).
When testing 18650 cells, ensure that no more than one cell (LIT MK 240) / three
cells (LIT MK 720) are inserted without a customer-connected purge/inertization.
Make sure to observe the minimum distance between individual cells when inserting
several cells.
With customer connected purge/inertization: Observe the minimum distance between
the individual cells.
Defined load (max. one single 18650 cell with LIT MK 240, max. three 18650 cells with LIT MK 720)
Battery test chambers LIT MK offer with a defined load (max. one single 18650 cell with LIT MK 240, max.
three 18650 cells with LIT MK 720), chap. 2.4.2) Sufficient security to securely include an event up to
hazard level 6. Additional measures taken by the customer are not taken into account here; these are the
sole responsibility of the operator.
•Permitted cell type: Individual cell(s) of type 18650 (no untested prototypes), no modules/packs, no total
systems
Cell 18650: Capacity up to 5.0 Ah; dimension diam. 18 x 65 mm
•Total permitted energy of an 18650 cell in Wh (usable capacity plus chemical energy) released in the
event of damage: max. 200 Wh
•Permitted charge level: 0 - 100% of the usable capacity
Exceeding the defined load with additional measures provided by the operator
In addition, if the operator wishes to test other 18650-type cells in the chamber simultaneously, operator-
provided flushing/inertization must be provided. The minimum distance in the chamber between individual
cells must be dimensioned in such a way that activation of additional cells as a follow-up reaction is safely
excluded in the event of a start reaction of an individual cell. The minimum distance in the chamber between
individual cells is 10 cm.
•Permissible cell type: Cells, no modules / packs, no overall systems
•Permissible charge level: 0 - 100% of usable capacity
•Use the information in the technical data in chap. 30.4 to calculate the max. released gas quantity from
LEL of the gases used and the steam chamber volume of the chamber.