Envirotainer RAP e2 User manual

RAP container,
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Doc No. MO-RAP-3079
Version 20
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RAP e2 container
Operations Manual
Doc No:
MO-RAP-3079
Revision:
20
State:
Released
Release Date:
2021-01-15
Approved By:
KB

Record of revision
RECORD OF REVISION
VER. NO. REVISION
20 REVISED:
• The structure and content of the manual have been revised to increase usability.
Chapters have been rearranged and renamed and information has been moved
between chapters. Texts and illustrations have been revised, rearranged and
supplemented. These changes are not described in any more detail in the revi-
sion history unless specifications have been changed, completely new informa-
tion has been added or entire chapters have been removed.
•1.2 Manufacturer: New chapter.
•1.4 How to use the manual: New chapter.
•2.1.2 Symbols on the container: New chapter.
•3.1 Orientation conventions: New chapter.
•3.4 Attachment points for security seals: New chapter.
•4.2 Shipping: Revised the recommendation for when the container shall be
charged.
•4.4.1.1 Lift with forklift: Removed measurement for minimum distance between
forks.
•4.4.4 Loading cargo: Revised the recommended dimensions for the control unit
seal.
•4.4.5 Charging the container:
• Added to the specifications for the extension cable that it must be rated for
20 A.
• Added specifications for standard adapters.
•4.4.5.5 Additional charging adapters: Added ordering information.
•4.4.5.6 Bypass the cable winder for charging:
• Added to the specifications for the extension cable that it must be rated for
20 A.
•4.4.7 Storing the container: Revised the storage recommendations.
•4.4.8.3 Wake display from sleep mode: New chapter.
•5. Troubleshooting: Converted the chapter to table format and added/revised in-
formation. Revised the info and alert texts due to software updates.
• Former 8.2 Infos,8.3 Alerts and 8.4 Alarms: Removed chapters (information in-
corporated into 5. Troubleshooting).
• Former 11 RAP e2 container checklist: Removed chapter. New checklists avail-
able in 4.1 Preparing a shipment,4.2 Shipping and 4.3 Finishing a shipment.
• Info and alert texts have been revised throughout the document due to software
updates.
Doc No:
MO-RAP-3079
Revision:
20
State:
Released
Release Date:
2021-01-15
Approved By:
KB

TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION.......................................................................................................................... 1
1.1 Intended use............................................................................................................................1
1.2 Manufacturer............................................................................................................................1
1.3 Contact....................................................................................................................................1
1.4 How to use the manual .............................................................................................................1
2. SAFETY......................................................................................................................................... 2
2.1 Symbols ..................................................................................................................................2
2.1.1 Symbols in the manual ................................................................................................2
2.1.2 Symbols on the container.............................................................................................3
2.2 Safety instructions ....................................................................................................................4
2.2.1 General ......................................................................................................................4
2.2.2 Charging ....................................................................................................................4
2.2.3 Lifting and moving the container ...................................................................................4
3. CONTAINER DESCRIPTION..................................................................................................... 5
3.1 Orientation conventions ............................................................................................................5
3.2 Overview .................................................................................................................................6
3.3 Refrigeration system operation..................................................................................................7
3.4 Attachment points for security seals...........................................................................................8
3.5 Battery duration........................................................................................................................9
3.6 Temperature control capacity.....................................................................................................9
3.7 Loading capacity ......................................................................................................................9
3.8 Operating conditions...............................................................................................................10
4. USING THE CONTAINER ........................................................................................................ 11
4.1 Preparing a shipment..............................................................................................................12
4.2 Shipping ................................................................................................................................13
4.3 Finishing a shipment...............................................................................................................14
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4.4 Operating Instructions.............................................................................................................15
4.4.1 Lifting and moving the container .................................................................................15
4.4.2 Pre-conditioning cargo and container..........................................................................18
4.4.3 Recording temperatures ............................................................................................19
4.4.4 Loading cargo...........................................................................................................20
4.4.5 Charging the container ..............................................................................................23
4.4.6 Handling the container during shipment ......................................................................31
4.4.7 Storing the container .................................................................................................32
4.4.8 Operating the control unit...........................................................................................33
5. TROUBLESHOOTING.............................................................................................................. 40
5.1 Infos......................................................................................................................................40
5.2 Alerts.....................................................................................................................................41
5.3 Alarms...................................................................................................................................44
5.4 Hardware...............................................................................................................................44
6. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION................................................................................................ 46
6.1 Definition of dimensions..........................................................................................................47
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1. Introduction
1. INTRODUCTION
This manual provides information for personnel involved in the operation of Envirotainer container series
RAP e2 and is published by Envirotainer AB without warranty.
1.1 INTENDED USE
The RAP e2 is a temperature controlled air cargo container designed to transport refrigerated (+2 to +8 °C
(+35.6 to +46.4 °F)) and controlled room temperature (+15 to +25 °C (+59 to +77 °F)) products. It is intended for
use in aircrafts, trucks and trains. The container may also be transported by ship when empty or loaded with
non temperature sensitive cargo.
The container can be used indoors or outdoors. Operating conditions when transporting temperature sensitive
cargo is stated in 3.8 Operating conditions.
The container may only be handled and operated by trained personnel, and in accordance with the instructions
given in this manual. Operational limitations regarding maximum gross weight, ambient temperatures and
power requirements stated in 6. Technical Specification must not be exceeded.
When loaded on an aircraft, the container must run on battery power or be shut off. It must never be connected
to a power supply inside an aircraft.
If applicable, the use of the container must follow the "IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations".
1.2 MANUFACTURER
The container is manufactured and provided by:
Envirotainer Engineering AB
Staffans väg 2A
SE-192 78 Sollentuna
SWEDEN
1.3 CONTACT
For contact information to our operations centers, refer to www.envirotainer.com.
For questions regarding this manual or the container, send an e-mail to [e-mail].
1.4 HOW TO USE THE MANUAL
Before handling and operating the container, carefully read and understand chapter 2. Safety, and get
acquainted with the container and the operating conditions in chapter 3. Container description.
When handling the container before, during and after shipment*, follow the checklists in chapters
4.1 Preparing a shipment,4.2 Shipping and 4.3 Finishing a shipment to make sure that all necessary
measures for a successful shipment are taken. The checklists contain references to relevant operating
instructions.
If any problem should arise, refer to chapter 5. Troubleshooting for possible solutions.
* Definitions of the three shipment phases are found in 4. Using the container.
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Doc No:
MO-RAP-3079
Revision:
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State:
Released
Release Date:
2021-01-15
Approved By:
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