Labcold Sparkfree RLVF0217 User manual

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Sparkfree Freezer RLVF 02/0417 Operating Instructions

WEEE: Disposal at end of life.
This equipment, when being disposed of in an EU Member State,is subject to the Waste Electrical and
Electronic Equipment Regulations (WEEE)and must be recycled and disposed of in accordance with EU
directive 2002/96/EC asapplied in local laws of that State at the time of disposal. This freezer contains
ammable insulation gases and must be disposed of in the appropriate way by competent persons.
Ensure that none of the refrigerant circuit pipes are damaged prior to disposal.
The symbol below on the appliance or accompanying documents indicates that this freezer should not
be treated as ordinary waste but must be taken to a special collection centre for the recycling of electrical
equipment. For more information regarding the treatment, recovery or recycling of this product, contact
your competent local office, electrical waste disposal or vendor from whom you purchased the refrigerator.
As this item is designed for medical or scientic use, before presenting for collection and disposal it will
be necessary for the user to provide documentary evidence of decontamination and/or that it is entirely
safe to handle and dismantle outside of a controlled environment. Goods that cannot be so certied fall
outside the scope of the Directive and remain the user’s responsibility to dispose of.
WARNING!
Check the serial plate to conrm the gas as some freezers contains extremely
ammable gas so MUST NOT be located in a room or area with a volume less than 10m3
This refrigerator contains gas under pressure which may explode if heated
WARNING!
Servicing should ONLY be carried out by a suitably qualied engineer
and only engineers who have been trained in the safe handling and use of
hydrocarbon refrigerants should work on the refrigeration system
If the power supply cord is damaged, it MUST be replaced by the manufacturer, its service
agent or similarly qualied persons in order to avoid a hazard.
Do not use mechanical or other means to accelerate the defrosting process. Keep clear of
obstruction all ventilation openings in the appliance enclosure. This freezer is climate class
4 and is designed to operate at +16°C to +32°C ambient room temperature.
Do not damage the refrigerant circuit
Do not use electrical appliances inside the fridge/freezer
Please note this freezer is not explosion proof.
Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with ammable
propellant in this appliance.

Operating instructions for your
Labcold
Sparkfree Freezer
RLVF02/0417
Contents
Before use ...............................................................................................................1
A closer look ......................................................................................................2
Fitting the handle.................................................................2
Plug in & switch on..............................................................................................3
Front panel display..............................................................................................3
Alarms........................................................................................................................4
Door Lock ................................................................................................................4
Caring for your freezer...........................................................................................5
Defrosting.....................................................................................................................6
Trouble Shooting .................................................................................................7
Useful Information..............................................................................................8
IMPORTANT: These operating instructions contain information essential to the safe
and reliable operation of your freezer. Failure to use your freezer in accordance with
these instructions may invalidate your warranty.
PLEASE RETAIN AND KEEP IN A SAFE PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
Loading.....................................................................................5
Cleaning .......................................................................................5

1
Before Use
Thank you for purchasing a Labcold RLVF02/0417 Sparkfree Freezer. Your freezer has been
purpose designed and precision built for the safe storage of ammable materials with all possible
sources of ignition removed from the inside of the freezer.
Although great care has been taken in the manufacture of your freezer, damage can occur
in transit. Before using for the rst time please remove all packaging and give your freezer a
thorough visual inspection. If any damage is suspected, please contact your retailer immediately
upon receipt of the product. Failure to do this may invalidate your warranty.
Setting Up
Place your freezer in the location in which it is to be used allowing adequate ventilation for the
dissipation of any vapours from the cabinet.
WARNING
Keep clear of obstruction all ventilation openings in the appliance enclosure
Do not place your freezer near a direct heat source or direct sunlight and leave at least 6cm all
round the unit for adequate ventilation. Failure to do so may effect the performance of your
freezer.
Clean your freezer with mild soapy water to remove any dust that may have accumulated during
manufacture and dry thoroughly.
YOUR FREEZER SHOULD NOW BE LEFT FOR AT LEAST TWO HOURS BEFORE
CONNECTING TO POWER FOR THE FIRST TIME
WARNING!
Do not store open containers of volatile substances
this is misuse and could lead to dangerous situations.
Ensure your freezer is level by adjusting the feet at the bottom of the
unit.
Please note this freezer is not explosion proof.
Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with ammable propellant in this
appliance.
WARNING
Do not use electrical appliances inside the storage
compartments of the freezer

2
A Closer Look
Fitting the handle (if required)
Door lock
Adjustable
Feet
Handle
Front Panel Display
Serial Plate
Access Port
Adjustable
shelves
maximum
load 10kg
per shelf
The 135 litre
model has a
handle. To attach
the handle,
simply screw to
the unit using the
holes and screws
provided.
WARNING! Failure to t the handle may result in damage to the door gasket

3
Plug in & Switch on
Before plugging in your Labcold freezer for the rst time make sure the power cable is free from
damage and check that your voltage corresponds to that on the serial plate.
It is recommended that you do not use extension cords or multiple socket adapters. Make sure
the power cable is not bent, pinched or compressed and that it can be easily accessed.
If necessary push and hold the button for 3 seconds (approx) to start the freezer
ALTHOUGH THE FREEZER WILL REACH -20°C AFTER A FEW HOURS (APPROX) YOU SHOULD
LEAVE THE FREEZER RUNNING FOR 24 HOURS BEFORE FILLING WITH TEMPERATURE
SENSITIVE PRODUCTS.
Front Panel Display
Manual Defrost
button with defrost
LED
Press to view the
set point
Air temperature
inside the freezer
Your freezer is preset to -20°C so you do not have to program the set point. To check the set
point, simply press the button.
If the compressor LED is on, the compressor is on. This is a normal part of operation especially
after door openings. If the LED is red, the freezer is either in standby mode or is off. In either
of these states it will not be cooling. Press and hold the off/on button to restart the freezer.
THE FREEZER HAS A PRE PROGRAMED SET POINT OF -20°C
ONLY A LABCOLD ENGINEER CAN CHANGE THE SET POINT.
If necessary push and hold the button for 3 seconds (approx) to start the freezer
Off/On button
Compressor LED
point, simply press the button.
after door openings. If the LED is red, the freezer is either in standby mode or is off. In either

4
Alarms
Door Open Alarm
Your freezer will alarm with a loud beep and ash Id if the door is left open for approximately
4 minutes. To mute the alarm, press any button on the controller. The display will still ash Id
until the door is closed.
Door Lock
Your Labcold sparkfree laboratory freezer is tted with a door lock and you are provided with
2 keys.
KEYS SHOULD NOT BE LEFT IN THE LOCK AS THEY PROTRUDE FROM THE FREEZER. THEY
COULD CAUSE A HEALTH AND SAFETY HAZARD OR COULD BE KNOCKED, WHICH MAY
DAMAGE THE LOCK.
To open this lock push the key in
gently and turn the key 90oto the
right. To lock, turn the keys 90o
to the left. The key can safely be
removed from both the locked and
unlocked positions.
High and Low Temperature Alarms
Your freezer has been set up to alarm if the temperature goes below -30°C or above -10°C. As
with the door alarm it will make a beeping sound and if the temperature is below -30°C flash
AL and if the temperature exceeds -10°C it will beep and flash AH.
To mute the alarm, press any button on the controller.
WE RECOMMEND ANY TEMPERATURE ALARM IS INVESTIGATED AND THAT YOU
CONTACT THE SERVICE TEAM ON 01256 570 580 IF THE ALARM CONTINUES FOR
ANY LENGTH OF TIME.

5
As with all freezers, your Labcold sparkfree freezer, although designed to provide you with
many years of fault free service, will perform better if attention is paid to the loading and that
it is regularly cleaned and defrosted.
Loading
In order to ensure even temperature distribution throughout your freezer it is important that:
• The shelves are not over lled
• The contents are not packed too closely together
• The maximum loading of the shelves is 10kg, do not overload
• The contents do not touch the wall or the bottom of the freezer
• After restocking the freezer, check the temperature 10 minutes later to ensure that the
freezer is cooling down, running satisfactorily and is not over lled.
Cleaning
It is recommended that your freezer is cleaned on a regular basis.
 Before cleaning it is essential that you unplug the freezer from the electricity
supply, transfer the contents where they can be stored and monitored at the correct
temperatures, and defrost it fully.
When cleaning you should:
• Not use strong detergents or bleach.
• Wipe the inside of the freezer in the same solution and dry with a soft cloth.
• Wipe the door seal with a damp cloth.
• Gently remove the dust on the outside and back of the freezer. Take care not to damage
the pipes.
WARNING! If the power supply cord is damaged, it MUST be replaced by the
manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualied persons in order to avoid a hazard
Caring for your Freezer

6
Defrosting
It is recommended that your freezer be defrosted regularly, particularly if there is a signicant
build up of ice ie about 4mm or more in depth. This will happen more rapidly in times of high
humidity, if the door has been opened frequently or left open for a long time, if the freezer is
overstocked or the ambient temperature is high or low.
 The formation of some frost is perfectly normal and part of normal operation of the
freezer
LABCOLD SPARKFREE FREEZERS DO NOT DEFROST AUTOMATICALLY
To defrost your freezer you should:
• Remove all the contents to a safe place and unplug or disconnect the freezer from the
electricity supply
• Leave the unit unplugged with the door open at room temperature until all the ice is
melted
• Collect water in tray or with towel
• Do not use a sharp implement to remove any ice, as this will damage the inside of the
freezer
• Do not use mechanical, electric or chemical means to speed up the defrosting process
• Dry thoroughly and remove any surplus water before returning to use
• Leave cooling and wait for the temperature to return to the set point and the unit to be
maintaining the correct temperature before re-stocking the freezer
WARNING
Do not use mechanical or other means to accelerate the defrosting process

7
My freezer is not working
• Check that the freezer is plugged in and the plug socket is turned on.
• Try another appliance in the socket. If this appliance works but your freezer doesn’t,
please contact your retailer. If the second appliance also doesn’t work the problem is likely to
be with your power socket.
My freezer is making a gurgling noise
All Labcold freezers work by condensing an environmentally friendly gas. This is what causes
the shelves of the freezer to get cold, and as part of this process the gas has to be compressed
into liquid. This is why sometimes you will hear gurgling sounds coming from the freezer.
There is excessive ice in my freezer
This can occur for a variety of reasons:
• The room is too warm/cold or even damp
• The door has been left open
• The freezer has not been defrosted - we estimate that most sparkfree freezers with normal
use may require defrosting every six months.
The freezer is rocking
This is because the freezer is not on a level surface. Check that the feet have been adjusted so
the top is level and the freezer is standing on a hard surface.
What does the code mean on the display?
Code Displayed Description Action Required
Id Door open alarm Close the door
dEF Defrost in operation None - no fault
Freezer in standby mode Press for 3 seconds
AH High temperature alarm Press button to mute
AL Low temperature alarm Press button to mute
My independent thermometer shows a different temperature to the front of the freezer
Your Labcold sparkfree freezer has a probe placed at the rear of the freezer and the temperature
displayed is calculated by analysing and averaging the temperature data collected by the
probe. A thermometer placed in a different part of the freezer may read a slightly different
temperature especially if it is placed close to the door or at the top or bottom of the freezer as
these are the areas where the greatest temperature uctuations occur.
My freezer won’t start after a power cut
This is because the compressor may have stopped mid cycle. Either keep it plugged in and
wait for it to start, or unplug the freezer and plug it back in to restart the compressor.
Trouble Shooting
Press for 3 seconds

Useful Information
Your Labcold sparkfree freezer comes complete with a two years parts and labour warranty
(UK customers only).
To register your warranty, please complete the enclosed warranty form or visit our web site
at www.labcold.com, click on the ‘Warranty Registration’ tab and follow the instructions. Full
warranty terms and conditions can also be viewed and downloaded from the Labcold website.
In the unlikely event that there is a problem with your freezer, you should contact your retailer
in the rst instance. If you bought your freezer directly from Labcold you should contact our
service team on: 01256 705 580 or Email them at ser[email protected]om.
When you register your warranty or want to report a performance issue you will need to have
the following information to hand. Please ll this in as soon as you get your freezer so we can
help you as quickly as possible in the event of a problem.
Model Number
Serial Number
Retailer
Date Purchased
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