Binder MKF 56 User manual

Issue 08/2016 Art. No. 7001-0322
Operating Manual
Translation of the original operating manual
MKF (E4)
Alternating climate chambers with program control
Model Model version Art. No.
MKF 56 MKF056-230V 9020-0317
MKF056-240V 9020-0396
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..................................................................................................................6
1.1 Legal considerations...........................................................................................................................6
1.2 Structure of the safety instructions......................................................................................................6
1.2.1 Signal word panel .....................................................................................................................6
1.2.2 Safety alert symbol...................................................................................................................7
1.2.3 Pictograms................................................................................................................................7
1.2.4 Word message panel structure.................................................................................................8
1.3 Localization / position of safety labels on the chamber ......................................................................8
1.4 Type plate .........................................................................................................................................10
1.5 General safety instructions on installing and operating the chamber...............................................11
1.6 Intended use .....................................................................................................................................13
1.7 Operating instructions.......................................................................................................................13
1.8 Measures to prevent accidents.........................................................................................................14
1.9 Resistance of the humidity sensor against harmful substances.......................................................15
2. CHAMBER DESCRIPTION..................................................................................16
2.1 Chamber overview............................................................................................................................17
2.2 Instrument panel ...............................................................................................................................17
2.3 Lateral control panel..........................................................................................................................18
2.4 Rear chamber view ...........................................................................................................................19
2.5 Main power switch.............................................................................................................................20
3. COMPLETENESS OF DELIVERY, TRANSPORTATION, STORAGE, AND
INSTALLATION....................................................................................................20
3.1 Unpacking, and checking equipment and completeness of delivery................................................20
3.2 Guidelines for safe lifting and transportation.....................................................................................21
3.3 Storage..............................................................................................................................................22
3.4 Location of installation and ambient conditions................................................................................23
4. INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS ...............................................................24
4.1 Wastewater connection for humidifying system................................................................................24
4.2 Freshwater supply for humidifying system........................................................................................24
4.2.1 Automatic fresh water supply for humidifying system via water pipe.....................................25
4.2.2 Manual fresh water supply via external freshwater can (option)............................................25
4.3 Connection of cooling water outlet for water cooling (option)...........................................................25
4.4 Connection of cooling water inlet for water cooling (option).............................................................26
4.5 Connection kit for connecting the chamber’s freshwater connection to a water pipe.......................26
4.6 Safety kit: Hose burst protection device with reflux protection device for the chamber’s freshwater
connection (available via BINDER INDIVIDUAL customized solutions)...........................................27
4.7 Electrical connection.........................................................................................................................29
5. FUNCTIONAL OVERVIEW OF THE MB2 CHAMBER CONTROLLER...............30
5.1 Operating functions in normal display...............................................................................................31
5.2 Display views: Normal display, program display, chart-recorder display..........................................32
5.3 Controller icons overview..................................................................................................................33
5.4 Operating modes...............................................................................................................................35
5.5 Controller menu structure..................................................................................................................36
5.5.1 Main menu..............................................................................................................................37
5.5.2 “Settings” submenu.................................................................................................................38
5.5.3 “Service” submenu..................................................................................................................38
5.6 Principle of controller entries.............................................................................................................39
5.7 Performance during and after power failures....................................................................................39
5.8 Performance when opening the door................................................................................................40

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6. START UP............................................................................................................40
6.1 Turning on the chamber....................................................................................................................40
6.2 Controller settings upon start up.......................................................................................................41
6.3 Turning on/off humidity control..........................................................................................................42
7. SET-POINT ENTRY IN “FIXED VALUE” OPERATING MODE...........................42
7.1 Set-point entry for temperature, humidity, and fan speed through the “Setpoints” menu.................43
7.2 Direct setpoint entry for temperature and humidity via Normal display............................................44
7.3 Special controller functions via operation lines.................................................................................44
8. TIMER PROGRAM: STOPWATCH FUNCTION ..................................................45
8.1 Starting a timer program ...................................................................................................................45
8.1.1 Performance during program delay time ................................................................................45
8.2 Stopping a running timer program ....................................................................................................46
8.2.1 Pausing a running timer program ...........................................................................................46
8.2.2 Cancelling a running timer program........................................................................................46
8.3 Performance after the end of the program........................................................................................46
9. TIME PROGRAMS...............................................................................................47
9.1 Starting an existing time program.....................................................................................................47
9.1.1 Performance during program delay time ................................................................................48
9.2 Stopping a running time program......................................................................................................48
9.2.1 Pausing a running time program.............................................................................................48
9.2.2 Cancelling a running time program.........................................................................................48
9.3 Performance after the end of the program........................................................................................48
9.4 Creating a new time program............................................................................................................49
9.5 Program editor: program management.............................................................................................49
9.5.1 Deleting a time program .........................................................................................................50
9.6 Section editor: section management.................................................................................................51
9.6.1 Add a new program section....................................................................................................52
9.6.2 Copy and insert or replace a program section........................................................................52
9.6.3 Deleting a program section.....................................................................................................53
9.7 Value entry for a program section.....................................................................................................54
9.7.1 Section duration......................................................................................................................54
9.7.2 Set-point ramp and set-point step...........................................................................................55
9.7.3 Special controller functions via operation lines.......................................................................56
9.7.4 Setpoint entry..........................................................................................................................57
9.7.5 Tolerance range......................................................................................................................58
9.7.6 Repeating one or several sections within a time program......................................................59
9.7.7 Saving the time program.........................................................................................................59
10. WEEK PROGRAMS.............................................................................................60
10.1 Starting an existing week program....................................................................................................60
10.2 Cancelling a running week program .................................................................................................60
10.3 Creating a new week program..........................................................................................................61
10.4 Program editor: program management.............................................................................................62
10.4.1 Deleting a week program........................................................................................................63
10.5 Section editor: section management.................................................................................................64
10.5.1 Add a new program section....................................................................................................65
10.5.2 Copy and insert or replace a program section........................................................................65
10.5.3 Deleting a program section.....................................................................................................66
10.6 Value entry for a program section.....................................................................................................66
10.6.1 Set-point ramp and set-point step modes...............................................................................66
10.6.2 Weekday.................................................................................................................................67
10.6.3 Start time.................................................................................................................................67
10.6.4 Setpoint entry..........................................................................................................................68
10.6.5 Special controller functions via operation lines.......................................................................68

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11. NOTIFICATION AND ALARM FUNCTIONS........................................................69
11.1 Notification and alarm messages overview.......................................................................................69
11.1.1 Notifications ............................................................................................................................69
11.1.2 Alarm messages.....................................................................................................................70
11.1.3 Messages concerning the humidity system............................................................................70
11.2 State of alarm....................................................................................................................................71
11.3 Resetting an alarm, list of active alarms...........................................................................................71
11.4 Activating / deactivating the audible alarm (alarm buzzer)...............................................................72
12. TEMPERATURE SAFETY DEVICES...................................................................72
12.1 Over temperature protective device (class 1)...................................................................................72
12.2 Safety controller (over temperature safety device class 2)...............................................................72
12.2.1 Safety controller modes..........................................................................................................73
12.2.2 Setting the safety controller....................................................................................................73
12.2.3 Message and measures in the state of alarm.........................................................................74
12.2.4 Function check........................................................................................................................74
12.3 Over/under temperature safety device class 2 (option)....................................................................75
13. USER MANAGEMENT.........................................................................................76
13.1 Authorization levels and password protection...................................................................................76
13.2 Log in.................................................................................................................................................79
13.3 Log out ..............................................................................................................................................80
13.4 User change......................................................................................................................................80
13.5 Password assignment and password change ..................................................................................81
13.5.1 Password change ...................................................................................................................81
13.5.2 Deleting the password for an individual authorization level....................................................83
13.5.3 New password assignment for “service” or “admin” authorization level when the password
function was deactivated ........................................................................................................84
13.6 Activation code..................................................................................................................................85
14. GENERAL CONTROLLER SETTINGS................................................................86
14.1 Selecting the controller’s menu language.........................................................................................86
14.2 Selecting the temperature unit..........................................................................................................86
14.3 Setting date and time........................................................................................................................87
14.4 Display configuration.........................................................................................................................88
14.4.1 Adapting the display parameters............................................................................................88
14.4.2 Touchscreen calibration..........................................................................................................89
14.5 Network and communication.............................................................................................................90
14.5.1 Serial interfaces......................................................................................................................90
14.5.2 Ethernet ..................................................................................................................................91
14.5.3 Web server..............................................................................................................................92
14.5.4 E-Mail......................................................................................................................................93
14.6 Data import / export via USB medium...............................................................................................94
14.7 Turning off the interior lighting automatically ....................................................................................95
15. GENERAL INFORMATION..................................................................................95
15.1 Service contact page.........................................................................................................................95
15.2 Current operating parameters...........................................................................................................96
15.3 Event list............................................................................................................................................97
15.4 Technical chamber information.........................................................................................................97
16. CHART RECORDER DISPLAY ...........................................................................98
16.1 Views.................................................................................................................................................98
16.1.1 Show and hide legend............................................................................................................98
16.1.2 Switch between legend pages................................................................................................98
16.1.3 Show and hide specific indications.........................................................................................99
16.1.4 History display.........................................................................................................................99
16.2 Setting the parameters....................................................................................................................102

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17. HUMIDIFICATION / DEHUMIDIFICATION SYSTEM.........................................103
17.1 Function of the humidifying and dehumidifying system..................................................................104
17.1.1 Freshwater............................................................................................................................105
17.1.2 Wastewater...........................................................................................................................105
18. DEFROSTING AT REFRIGERATING OPERATION..........................................106
19. ANTI-CONDENSATION PROTECTION VIA OPERATION LINE.......................107
20. ZERO-VOLTAGE SWITCHING OUTPUTS VIA OPERATION LINES ...............108
21. OPTIONS............................................................................................................109
21.1 Communication software APT-COM™ 3 DataControlSystem (option)...........................................109
21.2 RS485 interface (option).................................................................................................................109
21.3 Data logger kits...............................................................................................................................109
21.4 Analog outputs for temperature and humidity (option)....................................................................110
21.5 Water cooling (option).....................................................................................................................110
21.6 Object temperature display with flexible Pt 100 temperature sensor (option)................................111
21.7 External freshwater and wastewater cans (option).........................................................................111
21.7.1 Mounting the freshwater can ................................................................................................112
21.7.2 Mounting the wastewater can...............................................................................................113
21.7.3 Mounting with wastewater recycling.....................................................................................113
21.8 BINDER Pure Aqua Service (option)..............................................................................................114
22. MAINTENANCE, CLEANING, AND SERVICE ..................................................115
22.1 Maintenance intervals, service........................................................................................................115
22.2 Cleaning and decontamination .......................................................................................................116
22.2.1 Cleaning................................................................................................................................116
22.2.2 Decontamination...................................................................................................................117
22.3 Sending the chamber back to BINDER GmbH...............................................................................118
23. DISPOSAL .........................................................................................................119
23.1 Disposal of the transport packing....................................................................................................119
23.2 Decommissioning............................................................................................................................119
23.3 Disposal of the chamber in the Federal Republic of Germany.......................................................119
23.4 Disposal of the chamber in the member states of the EU except for the Federal Republic of
Germany..........................................................................................................................................121
23.5 Disposal of the chamber in non-member states of the EU.............................................................122
24. TROUBLESHOOTING .......................................................................................122
25. TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION..............................................................................125
25.1 Factory calibration and adjustment.................................................................................................125
25.2 Over current protection ...................................................................................................................125
25.3 Definition of usable volume.............................................................................................................126
25.4 MKF 56 (E4) technical data ............................................................................................................126
25.5 Equipment and options (extract).....................................................................................................128
25.6 Accessories and spare parts (extract) ............................................................................................129
25.7 Dimensions MK 56..........................................................................................................................130
26. CERTIFICATES AND DECLARATIONS OF CONFORMITY.............................131
26.1 EU Declaration of Conformity..........................................................................................................131
27. PRODUCT REGISTRATION..............................................................................134
28. CONTAMINATION CLEARANCE CERTIFICATE .............................................135
28.1 For chambers located outside the USA and Canada .....................................................................135
28.2 For chambers located in the USA and Canada..............................................................................138

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Dear customer,
For the correct operation of the chamber, 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 chamber.
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
(reversible) injury
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in damage to the product
and/or its functions or of a property in its proximity.
1.2.2 Safety alert symbol
Use of the safety alert symbol indicates a risk of injury.
Observe all measures that are marked with the safety alert symbol in order to avoid death or
injury.
1.2.3 Pictograms
Warning signs
Electrical hazard
Hot surface
Explosive atmosphere
Stability hazard
Lifting hazard
High humidity
Scalding hazard
Pollution hzard
Harmful substances
Biohazard
Danger of frost
Risk of corrosion and /
or chemical burns
Mandatory action signs
Mandatory regulation
Read operating
instructions
Disconnect the power
plug
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)
Hot surface (on outer chamber door)
Burning and scalding hazard
(on chamber rear)
Service label

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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.

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1.4 Type plate
The type plate sticks to the left side of the chamber, bottom right-hand, above the refrigerating and hu-
midity module.
Figure 2: Type plate (example of MKF 56 regular unit 230 V)
Indications of the type plate (example)
Information
BINDER
Manufacturer: BINDER GmbH
MKF 56
Model designation
Alternating climate chamber
Device name
Serial No.
00-00000
Serial no. of the chamber
Built
2017
Year of construction
Nominal temperature
180 °C
356°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
Class
2.0
Class of temperature safety device
Art. No.
9020-0286
Art. no. of the chamber
Project No.
---
Optional: Special application acc. to project no.
3,50 kW
Nominal power
15,0 A
Nominal current
230 V / 50 Hz
Nominal voltage +/- 10% at the indicated power frequency
1 N ~
Current type
Max operating pressure 29 bar
Max operating pressure in the refrigerating system
R 404A – 1,50 kg
Cooling 1st stage: Refrigerant type, filling weight
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 dis-
posed of in separate collection according to the Directive
2012/19/EU on waste electrical and electronic equipment
(WEEE).
Nominal temp.
180 °C
3,50 kW / 15,0 A
Max. operating pressure 29 bar
356 °F
230 V / 50 Hz
R 404 A – 1,50 kg
IP protection
20
Contains fluorinated greenhouse gases
Safety device
DIN 12880
1 N ~
covered by the Kyoto Protocol
Class
2.0
Art. No.
9020-0286
Project No.
Built
2017
Alternating climate chamber
BINDER GmbH
Im Mittleren Ösch 5
78532 Tuttlingen / Germany
www.binder-world.com
MKF 56
E4
Serial No. 00-0000000000
Made in Germany