Fisher Scientific 17LREEFSA User manual

Isotemp General Purpose
Refrigerator
Model #
17LREEFSA
Catalog #
13986151B
326723H01 • Rev. B

Table of Contents
Safety Information...............................................................................................................................................................2
Intended Use Statement................................................................................................................................... ........3
Alert Signals.................................................................................................................................................................2
General Purpose Laboratory Refrigerators/Freezers..................................................................................4
Overview............................................................................................................................................... 4
Unpacking............................................................................................................................................................................ 5
Visible Loss or Damage.............................................................................................................................................5
Concealed Loss or Damage.....................................................................................................................................5
Performance Characteristics........................................................................................................................................... 6
Temperature Ranges.................................................................................................................................................6
Temperature Stability.................................................................................................................................................6
Electrical Requirements.............................................................................................................................................6
Installation............................................................................................................................................................................. 7
Selecting a Location....................................................................................................................................................7
Levelling the Unit.........................................................................................................................................................7
Shelves...........................................................................................................................................................................7
Electrical Connection.......................................................................................................................................... ........8
Operation............................................................................................................................................................................... 9
Temperature Control.................................................................................................................................................9
Troubleshooting................................................................................................................................................................. .10
Maintenance.................................................................................................................................................................... .. .11
Cabinet Cleaning........................................................................................................................................................11
Warranty....................................................................................................................................................................... .......12
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Environmental Operating Conditions.............................................................................................................9
WEE Compliance...............................................................................................................................................................13
Changing the Light bulb ...........................................................................................................................................9
Condenser Cleaning..................................................................................................................................................11

Safety Information
Your satisfaction and safety are important to Fisher Scientific and a complete understanding of
this
unit is necessary to attain these objectives.
As the ultimate user of this apparatus, it is your responsibility to understand its proper function and
operational characteristics. This instruction manual should be thoroughly read and all operators given
adequate training before attempting to place this unit in service. Awareness of the stated cautions and
warnings, and compliance with recommended operating parameters – together with maintenance
requirements – are important for safe and satisfactory operation. The unit should be used for its
intended application; alterations or modifications will void the Warranty.
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Alert Signals
ON
OFF
Safety Alert
Important operating instructions. To reduce the risk of injury or
poor performance of the unit read the user manual before
putting the equipment into operation.
DANGER Indicates an immediately hazardous situation, which if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING Indicates an immediately hazardous situation, which if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION (Without Safety Alert Symbol) indicates a situation that may
result in property damage.
(No symbol)
CAUTION (Without Safety Alert Symbol) indicates a situation that may
result in property damage.
Shock Hazard
Use of this equipment involves power supplies which convert
line voltage to low voltage power. Do not modify or use power
supplies other than OEM equipment. Connection of the power
supply may require a properly grounded receptacle. Potential
for electrical shock or equipment damage exists if precautions
are not followed.
Frost bite/ Low
Temperature
Avoid contact with cold freezer surfaces potential for cold
burns or skin sticking to cold surfaces.
Danger
Warning
Caution
DANGER RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT
Before you throw away your old refrigerator or freezer:
Take off doors 
Leave the shelves in the place so that children may not easily climb inside. 
If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the
protection provided by the equipment may be impaired.
Warning
Warning

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Intended Use Statement
The Refrigerators/Freezers described in this manual are for professional use only.
These products are intended for use in research for the storage of samples or inventory
in the following temperature ranges:
Refrigerators +1°C to +12°C
Freezers -12°C to -20°C
This unit is not considered a medical device and has therefore not been registered with a
medical device regulatory body (e.g. FDA): that is, it has not been evaluated for the storage
of samples for diagnostic use or for samples to be re-introduced to the body.
17LREEFSA is a General Purpose Laboratory Refrigerator it is
not for storage of any flammable materials. Only Explosion Proof
Units or Flammable aterial Storage Units, are to be used for the
storage of flammable inventory/samples.

General-Purpose Laboratory
Refrigerators/Freezers
Overview
These are general-purpose units available in all refrigerator, all freezer and
combination refrigerator/freezer models. These units are intended for basic
laboratory use only. Storage of high-value, life science materials or clinical
biological may require alarm, monitoring, back-up and temperature
performance features. The need to add these features should be determined
by your industrial hygienist or safety officer. These units are not suitable for
corrosive, flammable and explosive environments.
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WARNING: DO NOT store flammable materials in
General Purpose Laboratory Refrigerator / Freezers.
Risk of explosion, fire and injury may occur.
For flammable materials use either a Flammable
Material Storage Unit or an Explosion Proof Unit.
Warning

Unpacking
Save all packing material if apparatus is received
damaged. This merchandise was carefully packed and
thoroughly inspected before leaving our factory.
Responsibility for its safe delivery was assumed by the
carrier upon acceptance of the shipment; therefore,
claims for loss or damage sustained in transit must be
made upon the carrier by the recipient as follows:
Visible Loss or Damage
Note any external evidence of loss or damage on the
freight bill, or express receipt, and have it signed by the
carrier’s agent. Failure to adequately describe such
external evidence of loss or damage may result in the
carrier’s refusing to honor your damage claim. The form
required to file such a claim will be supplied by the carrier.
Concealed Loss or Damage
Concealed loss or damage refers to loss or damage,
which does not become apparent until the merchandise
has been unpacked and inspected. Should either occur,
make a written request for the carrier’s agent within 15
days of the delivery date; then file a claim with the
carrier since the damage is the carrier’s responsibility.
If you follow the above instructions carefully, we will
guarantee our full support of your claim to be
compensated for loss from concealed damage.
DO NOT – FOR ANY REASON – RETURN THIS
UNIT WITHOUT FIRST OBTAINING
AUTHORIZATION
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Performance Characteristics
Temperature Ranges
1° to 12°C (34° to 54°F)
Temperature Stability
±1.5°C for temperature range
Electrical Requirements
115 Volts ±10%, 60 Hz, 5.0 Amps
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Installation
Selecting a Location
Choose a place that is near to a grounded electrical outlet.
For efficient operation, unit should be located where
surrounding temperature will not exceed 110°F (43°C).
Choose a location for the refrigerator that will provide
3 inches space on all sides, 1 inch at the bottom and
3 inches at the top.
Leveling the Unit
Unit must have all bottom corners resting firmly on a
solid floor. The floor must be strong enough to support
a fully loaded unit.
After discarding creating screws use a carpenters level
to level the unit from front-to-back. Adjust the plastic
levelling feet in front, ½ bubble higher, so that the door
closes easily when left open.
Shelves
Shipped inside each cabinet are three adjustable
shelves. Multi position adjustable interior shelves can
be moved to any position for larger or smaller
packages. Shipping spacers that stabilize the shelves
for shipping should be removed and discarded.
To install the shelf grommet to the shelf:
1. With the wire shelf installed, press the shelf grommet
down onto the wire that is anchored into the appliance
wall. Be sure to keep the larger end of the shelf
grommet away from the wall (See Fig.1).
2. Push the shelf grommet onto the wire until
it snaps in place. (See Fig.2).
3. Slide the shelf grommet into the grommet
already in the unit wall until it is flush (See Fig.3).
Figure: 1 Figure: 2
Figure: 3
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INSTALLATION
Warning
For personal safety this unit must be
properly grounded.
Warning
DO NOT under any circumstances cut
or remove the third (ground) prong
from the power cord. DO NOT use a
two-prong adapter plug.
Caution:
Do not use an extension cord. Use of an
ungrounded cord or an overloaded circuit
VOIDS the compressor warranty.
The power cord of this instrument is equipped with a three
prong (grounding) plug (NEMA 5-15P). This plug mates
with a standard three prong (grounding) wall receptacle
(NEMA 5-15R) to minimize the potential of an electrical
shock hazard. The customer should have the wall
receptacle and circuit checked by a qualified electrician to
verify the receptacle is properly grounded and is connect-
ed to a minimum 15 amp service.
Caution
Be sure that the power supply is the
same voltage that is specified on the
refrigerator’s data plate.
Electrical Connection
Determine the total amount of current presently being
used by other apparatus connected to the circuit that will
be used by this refrigerator. It is critical that this added
current demand and other equipment on this circuit not
exceed the rating of the fuse or circuit breaker in use.
The frequency and nominal voltage requirements for the
unit are specified on the data plate, which is located on
the interiors upper left side. Only plug the unit into a
power source that meets these requirements. Low line
voltage is often the cause of service complaints. With the
unit running, check that the line voltage is within ±10% of
that specified on the data plate.
To install the handle clips to the basket:
1. Place the basket on a firm, flat surface. (See Fig.4).
2. With the narrow side of the handle clip on
the inside of the basket, snap the handle
clip to the recessed area in the basket. (See Fig.5).
3. Once the inside surface snaps in place, continue
the process by rolling the handle clip slightly outward
and pressing down firmly to snap onto the outside
surface. If installed incorrectly, the handle clip will not
lay flat (See Fig.6).
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Figure: 5
Figure: 4
Figure: 6

Operation
Warning
DO NOT store flammable materials
in
this General Purpose Laboratory
Refrigerator. Explosion, fire and/or
injury may result.
Temperature Control
To adjust the interior temperature, simply turn the thermostat knob to
a larger number for a colder control point or a smaller number for a
warmer control point (See Fig.7).
Changing the Light Bulb:
The lights comes on automatically when the door is opened. To
replace the light bulb, turn the temperature control to OFF and
unplug the electrical cord. Replace the old bulb with a bulb of the
same wattage.
Environmental Operating Conditions
POLLUTION DEGREE* 2
INSTALLATION CATEGORY*: II
2000 Meters MSL (Mean Sea Level)
80% maximum, non-condensing
ALTITUDE:
HUMIDITY:
ELECTRIC AL SUPPLY: 120VAC or 240VAC
±10% of normal rated lineVOLTAGE TOLERANCE:
TEMPERATURE:
PRODUCT USAGE:
15ºC to 32ºC
This product is intended for use indoors only
*Refer to IEC 664-1
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Troubleshooting
This table is intended to assist in resolving user-correctable Refrigerator problems by relating symptoms to
their likely causes. If service beyond the scope of this table is required, contact your nearest Fisher
Scientific Service Office.
Symptom Probable Cause Action
Does Not Run Unit Unplugged Plug in unit
Noise Problems This can be caused by contents of unit
being set too close and rattling against
each other.
Re-arrange content as needed
Hissing or gurgling sound is caused by
refrigerating fluid circulating and is
normal.
Noise can result if unit is not level on
floor.
Check with level
Insufficient cooling Thermostat set too high Reduce thermostat setting
Unit frosted
Samples placed against air vents
obstructing airflow.
Wait 30 mins for defrost cycle to
end.
Unit does not run Unit unplugged Plug in unit
Temperature control is in OFF position. Refer to TEMPERATURE
CONTROL SECTION where knob
position is shown.
Longer sound levels when
compressor comes on
Unit operates at high pressures during
the start of the “ON” cycle.
This is normal. Sound will level off
or disappear as unit continues to
run.
Fan run when room
temperature is below 45°C
Exterior thermostat has activated heater
and fan.
This is normal.
External temperature is too
warm
The external walls can be as much as
30 F warmer than room temperature.
This is normal while the
compressor works to transfer the
heat from inside the cabinet.
Technical Support: 1-800-438-4851
Customer Service: 1-800-438-4851
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Maintenance
Caution
When servicing the unit, discon-
nect from the electrical power
source.
Caution
Do not use any type of abrasive such
as steel wool or fluids such as gaso-
line, Naphtha, or paint thinner that
could be harmful to plastic materials,
door gasket and/or painted surface.
Cabinet Cleaning
The cabinet interior should be cleaned with a solution of
2 tbsp. (25g) of baking soda in 1 qt (1 litre) warm water.
Rinse and dry. Wring excess water out of sponge or cloth
when cleaning in the area of the controls,or any electrical
parts.
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Condenser Cleaning
Condenser coil should be cleaned regularly. Coils may
need to be cleaned as often as every other month to help
in saving energy. Open the refrigerator door and remove
base grille by removing 2-phillips head screws and pulling
the grille away from the door. Use a vacuum with extended
attachment to clean the condenser coil when they are
dusty or dirty. Replace base grille by aligning end of grille
with levelling assemblies on each side and snapping grille
into place and reinstall the screws.
The cabinet interior should be washed with warm water
and mild liquid detergent. Rinse well and wipe dry with a
clean soft cloth.

Warranty
Laboratory instruments and equipment manufactured by Fisher Scientific Company L.L.C. –
Laboratory Equipment Division (hereinafter called “the Company”) are warranted only as stated below.
Subject to the exceptions and upon the conditions specified below, the Company agrees, at its election, to
correct by repair, by replacement, or by credit to the purchaser, any defect of materials or workmanship
which develops within one year (13 months for refrigerator and freezer products) from the date of purchase
by the original purchaser by the Company or by an authorized dealer of the Company provided that
investigation or factory inspection by the Company discloses that such defect developed under normal and
proper use
The exceptions and conditions mentioned above are the following
a. The Company makes no warranty concerning components or accessories not manufactured by it,
such as tubes, batteries, etc. However, in the event of the failure of any component or accessory
not manufactured by the Company, the Company will give reasonable assistance to the purchaser
in obtaining from the respective manufacturer whatever adjustment is reasonable in the light of the
manufacturer’s own warranty.
b. The Company shall be released from all obligations under its warranty in the event repairs or
modifications are made by persons other than its own service personnel or authorized dealer
personnel unless such repairs by others are made with the written consent of the Company.
c. THE COMPANY MAKES NO WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR ANY
PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR ANY OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, EITHER
IN FACT OF BY OPERATION OF LAW,…STATUTORY OR OTHERWISE.
d. The above warranty and the above obligations to repair, replace, or credit are complete and
exclusive and the Company expressly disclaims liability for lost profits or for special, indirect,
incidental, consequential, or exemplary damages of any nature whether attributable to
contract, warranty, negligence, strict liability, or otherwise even if the Company has been
advised of the possibility of such damages.
e. Representations and warranties made by any person, including dealers and representatives of the
Company, which are inconsistent or in conflict with the foregoing warranty shall not be binding
upon the Company unless reduced to writing and signed by an officer of the Company.
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WEEE Compliance
WEEE Compliance. This product is required to comply with the European
Union’s Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive
2 2/96EC. It is marked with the following symbol. Thermo Fisher Scientific
has
contracted with one or more recycling/disposal companies in each EU Member
State, and this product should be disposed of or recycled through them. Further
information on Thermo Fisher Scientific compliance with these Directives, the
recyclers in your country, and information on Thermo Scientific products which
may assist the detection of substances subject to the RoHS Directive are available
at www.thermo.com/
WEEE Konformittät. Dieses Produkt muss die EU Waste Electrical &
Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Richtlinie 2 2/96EC erfüllen. Das Produkt ist
durch folgendes Symbol gekennzeichnet. Thermo Fisher Scientific hat
Vereinbarungen getroffen mit Verwertungs/Entsorgungsanlagen in allen EU-
Mitgliederstaaten und dieses Produkt muss durch diese Firmen widerverwetet
oder entsorgt werden. Mehr Informationen über die Einhaltung dieser
Anweisungen durch Thermo Fisher Scientific, die Verwerter und Hinweise die
Ihnen nützlich sein können, die Thermo Scientific Produkte zu identifizieren, die
unter diese RoHS. Anweisungfallen, finden Sie unter www.thermo.com/
Conformità WEEE. Questo prodotto deve rispondere alla direttiva dell’ Unione
Europea 2 2/96EC in merito ai Rifiuti degli Apparecchi Elettrici ed Elettronici
(WEEE). È marcato col seguente simbolo.Thermo Fisher Scientific ha stipulato
contratti con una o diverse società di riciclaggio/smaltimento in ognuno degli Stati
Membri Europei. Questo prodotto verrà smaltito o riciclato tramite queste
medesime. Ulteriori informazioni sulla conformità di Thermo Fisher Scientific con
queste Direttive, l’elenco delle ditte di riciclaggio nel Vostro paese e informazioni
sui prodotti Thermo Scientific che possono essere utili alla rilevazione di sostanze
soggette alla Direttiva RoHS sono disponibili sul sito www.thermo.com/
Conformité WEEE. Ce produit doit être conforme à la directive européenne
(2 2/96EC) des Déchets d’Equipements Electriques et Electroniques (DEEE).
Il est marqué par le symbole suivant. Thermo Fisher Scientific s’est associé avec
une ou plusieurs compagnies de recyclage dans chaque état membre de l’union
européenne et ce produit devraitêtre collecté ou recyclé par celles- ci. Davantage
d’informations sur laconformité de Thermo Fisher Scientific à ces directives, les
recycleurs dans votre pays et les informations sur les produits Thermo Scientific
qui peuvent aider le détection des substances sujettes à la directive RoHS sont
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