ColdBlock CB15S User manual

CB15S –TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS, SETUP AND
OPERATION MANUAL
CBTI-MAN-001

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CB15S –Technical Specifications, Setup and Operation Manual
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Date Issued: 2019-11-13
Table of Contents
1. About ColdBlock CB15S digester...........................................................................................................2
2. Installing a ColdBlock ............................................................................................................................3
2.1 ColdBlock Parts .............................................................................................................................3
2.2 IR lamp installation and replacement...........................................................................................3
3. Cooling Block Set up..............................................................................................................................5
3.1 Quick overview..............................................................................................................................5
3.2 Setting up the Cooling Block.........................................................................................................5
4. Controller and Method Set up..............................................................................................................7
4.1 Quick overview..............................................................................................................................7
4.2 Setting up a Controller..................................................................................................................7
4.3 Stopping a Digestion .....................................................................................................................9

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1. About ColdBlock CB15S digester
CB15S
The CB15S digester is made to be used either as
a single unit, or as a module in a CB30S system.
This is the third model in the ColdBlock line
after our original CB6L and CB12L units. All
electronics run along the sides of the unit in a
separated compartment to allow for isolation
from the heating chamber. We recommend use
of the 50 mL small sample test tubes with this
unit. Some test tubes will be provided with your
unit while additional test tubes can be
purchased from one of our ColdBlock sales
associates.
The CB15S unit with test tubes installed.
Product Details
Specification
CB15S
Footprint
30cm height / 27cm width / 49cm length
Weight
11 kg
Electrical
Single phase 240V/30A/60Hz
Sample Capacity
0.2g*-2g**
Chiller Recomendation
1200W @ 20°C, pump capacity/flow rate 15 L/min, minimum filling
(reservoir) volume 3L, operational range of 20 to -5 °C and connection a
3/8th barb
Special Requirements
Fume hood or comparable ventilation
* 0.2 grams validated in-house. Lower sample size possible depending on analytical equipment
**2 grams validated in-house. Higher sample sizes are possible.

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2. Installing a ColdBlock
2.1 ColdBlock Parts
Your ColdBlock will come to you assembled in two parts: the heating chamber and the Cooling
Block.
Before installing the Cooling Block, installation of the infra-red lamps into the heating chamber is
required.
2.2 IR lamp installation and replacement
Lamp replacement:
WARNING: If the unit was running, turn off the controller, and unplug the controller from the
power source.
Allow the heating chamber to cool down to room temperature before attempting to perform a
lamp replacement.
The IR lamps will come to you in separate packaging to keep them safe during shipment. There are
4 lamps provided per 15 channel unit.
Lamp Installation Steps:
1. Unplug and remove unit from all power sources, this includes the power controller.
2. Remove the top plate and sleeves from the heating chamber to expose the lamp chamber.
3. Using clean gloves hold the lamp by the ceramic white coating and carefully align the lamp
prongs with the lamp holder. Once aligned insert the prongs into holder until flush and secured
in place.

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4. Replace the top plate and sleeves.
Lamp Replacement Steps:
1. Allow the lamps to cool down before replacing a lamp.
2. Remove the top plate and lamp sleeves of the heating chamber to expose the IR lamps.
3. Find the malfunctioning IR lamp. Usually, the lamp will appear opaque/white when it burns
out.
4. Using clean cloves, hold the lamp by the ceramic white coating and remove from the lamp
holder.
5. Using a replacement lamp, hold the lamp by the ceramic white coating and align the lamp prongs
with the lamp holder. Once aligned insert the prongs into holder until flush and secured in place.

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6. Replace the top plate and sleeves.
3. Cooling Block Set up
3.1 Quick overview
The Cooling Block is integral to the ColdBlock digesters proper operation however it is not essential
and can be operated without the chiller. It is important to note that if the chiller is not used
adjustments to the method will be required.
The Unit will arrive with the Cooling Block packed separately. Cooling Block removal is required to
access lamps for maintenance, set up, or cleaning of any spills.
3.2 Setting up the Cooling Block
Cooling Block Installation Steps:
WARNING: Turn off chiller before disconnecting coolant hosing. When disconnecting pay special
attention to spills.
NOTE: Please heed the general safety procedures outlined in this document such as: allow
adequate cooldown for rest of unit and disconnect power before any set up or break down of unit.
Use good lifting practices when lifting and moving the Cooling Block.

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1. Grab the Cooling Block with both hands. Avoid grabbing with fingers inside the channel holes.
2. Lift the Cooling Block straight up. If the connection to unit is too tight, consider loosening the
four placement screws.
3. Carefully move the Cooling Block to the side.
To Replace the Cooling Block:
1. Before lifting take note of the position of the Cooling Blocks hose attachments as well as the
placement screws.
2. Lift with both hands. Avoid grabbing with fingers inside the channel holes.
3. Carefully position the Cooling Block over unit. Ensure that the hose attachment slots and
placement screws are where they need to be.
4. Lower the Cooling Block into position. The Cooling Block should sit flat on unit.

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4. Controller and Method Set up
4.1 Quick overview
The controller connects up to two CB15S units and requires a 230V/30 amp power source.
Note: Only use a 230V/30 amp power source. Do not plug into a ‘normal’ wall plug.
4.2 Setting up a Controller
Controller Setup Steps:
WARNING: It is not recommended to run a digestion for more than 30 minutes (1800s) at 100%
power.
Do not Initiate a second digestion without waiting through a cool down period of 2 to 5 minutes
1. Power on the controller using the on / off switch at the back of the controller
2. Turn the Unit(s) you want to use on using the red switches on the front of the controller.

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3. Press and hold the ‘up’ or ‘down’ arrow buttons until the electronic display reads the power
setting required for the method. Repeat for Unit 2 if running two CB15S units. The following
image shows a controller set up to run Unit 1 and 2 at 50% power
4. The timer is set in seconds. Currently it is set for 10s in the above method. To add seconds, hit
the arrow up/down under the order of magnitude you want to increase. For example, for a ten-
minute digestion, you would hit the third from the right up arrow 6 times, and the second from
the left arrow once down to get the controller to read 600 seconds.
5. The bottom (orange) number is the number of seconds the digestion will run for, while the top
(red) number is the countdown showing how many seconds remain in the digestion.
6. From here, press the Start button to begin a digestion. CB15S will shut off the lamps at the end
of the timer.

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4.3 Stopping a Digestion
Stopping A Digestion:
In the case of an Emergency Stop use the Red button indicated below.
NOTE: Flip the red switches on the front of the controller to switch the unit off safely even
during a run.