Phcbi MDF-MU549DH User manual

MDF-MU549DH
Please read the operating instructions carefully before using this product, and keep the operating
instructions for future use.
See page 37 for model number.
Operating Instructions
Biomedical Freezer
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CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION ꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏ 3
INTENDED USE AND PRECAUTIONS ꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏ 3
EMC PERFORMANCE ꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏ 3
PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION ꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏ 4
Symbols on unit ꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏ 4
LABELS ON UNIT ꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏ 9
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS ꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏ 9
FREEZER COMPONENTS
Main body ꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏ 10
Control panel ꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏ 12
INSTALLATION SITE ꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏ 13
INSTALLATION ꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏ 14
START-UP OF UNIT ꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏ 16
TEMPERATURE SETTING ꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏ 17
KEY LOCK FUNCTION ꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏ 18
ALARM TEMPERATURE SETTING ꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏ 18
SETTING OF ALARM DELAY TIME ꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏ 21
SETTING OF ALARM RESUME TIME ꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏ 22
SETTING OF ALARM BUZZER LINK MODE ꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏ 23
CHANGE OF COMPRESSOR DELAY TIME ꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏ 24
DURING/AFTER POWER FAILURE ꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏ 25
REMOTE ALARM TERMINAL ꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏ 25
ALARMS & SAFETY FUNCTIONS ꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏ 26
ROUTINE MAINTENANCE
Cleaning the exterior, interior, and accessories ꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏ 27
Defrosting ꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏ 27
CALIBRATION ꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏ 28
REPLACEMENT OF WORN-OUT PARTS
Replacement of the battery for the power-failure alarm ꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏ 28
TROUBLESHOOTING ꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏ 29
DISPOSAL OF UNIT
Recycle of battery ꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏ 30
Decontamination of unit ꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏ 30
TEMPERATURE RECORDER (OPTION) ꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏ 35
STORAGE CONTAINER (OPTION) ꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏ 35
SPECIFICATIONS ꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏ 36
PERFORMANCE ꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏ 37
SAFETY CHECK SHEET ꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏꞏ 38
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INTRODUCTION
■ Read the operating instructions carefully before using the product and follow the instructions for safe
operation.
■ PHC Corporation takes no responsibility for safety if the product is not used as intended or is used with
any procedures other than those given in the operating instructions.
■ Keep the operating instructions in a suitable place so that they can be referred to as necessary.
■ The operating instructions are subject to change without notice for improvement of performance or
function.
■ Contact our sales representative or agent if any page of the operating instructions is lost or the page
order is incorrect, or if the instructions are unclear or inaccurate.
■ No part of the operating instructions may be reproduced in any form without the express written
permission of PHC Corporation.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
PHC Corporation guarantees this product under certain warranty conditions. However, please note that
PHC Corporation shall not be responsible for any loss or damage to the contents of the product.
INTENDED USE AND PRECAUTIONS
This equipment is designed for low temperature storage of DNAs and plasma.
■ The effective storage period depends on the sample condition and storage temperature. It is necessary
to determine the storage temperature and period suitable for the purpose.
■ For the plasma, the lower storage temperature should be required for longer term storage. It is
recommended to store the plasma at -80 oC or lower.
EMC PERFORMANCE
Emission: EN 61326-1
Immunity: EN 61326-1
This product is intended for use in a basic electromagnetic environment.
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PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION
It is imperative that the user complies with the operating instructions
as they contain important safety advice.
Items and procedures are described so that you can use this unit correctly and safely.
Following these precautions will prevent possible injury to the user and any other person.
Precautions are illustrated in the following way:
WARNING
Warning indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in serious injury or death.
CAUTION
Failure to observe CAUTION signs could result in injury to personnel and
damage to the unit and associated property.
Symbols have the following meanings:
This symbol means caution.
This symbol means an action is prohibited.
This symbol means an instruction must be followed.
Be sure to keep the operating instructions in a place that is accessible to users of this
unit.
Symbols on unit
The following symbols are attached to the unit. The table describes the meaning of the symbols.
This symbol is attached to covers that access high-voltage electrical components to
prevent electric shock. Only a qualified engineer or service personnel should be
allowed to open these covers.
This symbol indicates that caution is required. Refer to product documentation for
details.
This symbol indicates an earth.
This symbol indicates Incorrect usage could lead to a fire hazard.
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PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION
Do not use the unit outdoors. Exposure to rain may cause leakage and/or electric shock.
Only qualified engineers or service personnel should install the unit. Installation by unqualified
personnel may cause electric shock or fire.
Install the unit in a location capable of bearing the total combined weight (product + optional
accessories + stored items). After installing the unit, be absolutely sure to take precautions to
prevent the unit from falling over. If the unit is installed in a location which is not strong enough or if
the proper precautions are not taken, the unit may fall over and cause injuries.
Turn the leveling feet to separate the casters from the floor and secure the unit. If they are left
touching the floor, the unit may inadvertently move out of position when its door is opened or closed. It
may cause injury.
Do not install the unit where there are high levels of moisture or where it may be splashed with
water. Installing the unit where there are high levels of moisture or where it may be splashed with
water may cause the insulation to deteriorate and give rise to leakage and/or electric shock.
Do not install the unit in a location where flammable or volatile substances are present.
Installing the unit in a location where flammable or volatile substances are present may cause
explosions and/or a fire.
Do not install the unit in a location where corrosive gases such as acids are present. Installing
the unit in a location where corrosive substances are present may cause electrical components to
corrode, leading to leakage and/or electric shock due to the deterioration of insulation resulting from
corroded electrical components.
Do not place this unit in a location where it is difficult to disconnect the power supply plug.
Failure to disconnect the power supply plug may cause fire in the event of a problem or malfunction.
Be absolutely sure to earth (ground) the unit to prevent electric shock. Failure to earth the
product may give rise to electric shock. If necessary, ask a qualified contractor to do this work.
Do not connect the earth wire to a gas pipe, water pipe or lightning rod when earthing the
unit. Earthing the unit improperly may give rise to electric shock.
Connect the unit to a power source as indicated on the rating label attached to the unit. Use of
any other voltage or frequency other than that on the rating label may cause fire or electric shock.
Never store volatile or flammable substances in this unit except in a sealed container. Such
substances may cause explosion or fire if they leak.
Never insert metal objects such as pins and wires into any vent, gap, or outlet on the unit. This
may cause electric shock or injury by accidental contact with moving parts.
WARNING
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PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION
When handling harmful samples (for example, those which consist of toxic, pathogenic or
radioactive substances), install the unit inside a designated isolation facility. If the unit is
installed in a location which is not an isolation facility, there may be detrimental effects on both people
and the natural environment.
Before proceeding with maintenance or checking the unit, and disconnect the power supply
plug. Performing the work while power is still flowing to the product or while the power supply plug is
still connected may give rise to electric shock and/or injury.
Do not touch any electrical parts (such as power supply plug) or operate switches with a wet
hand. This may cause electric shock.
Wear protective gloves and mask during maintenance. Touching or inhaling chemicals or
aerosols from around the unit may be detrimental to health.
Never splash water directly onto the unit as this may cause electric shock or short circuit.
Never put containers with liquid on top of the unit as this may cause electric shock or short circuit if
the liquid is spilled.
Never damage the power supply cord or power supply plug (by breaking, adapting, placing near
a source of heat, bending with force, twisting, pulling, adding weight, or binding). A damaged
power supply cord or power supply plug may cause electric shock, short circuit, or fire.
Never disassemble, repair, or modify the unit yourself. A high-voltage area is located inside the
unit. Any work carried out by unauthorized personnel may result in electric shock. Contact our sales
representative or agent for maintenance or repair.
Make sure the power supply plug is pushed fully in. Faulty insertion of the power supply plug may
cause electric shock or fire due to generation of heat. Never use a damaged power supply plug or
loose power supply outlet.
Disconnect the power supply plug if there is anything wrong with the unit. Continued abnormal
operation may cause electric shock or fire.
Grip the power supply plug when disconnecting the power supply cord from the outlet. Pulling
the power supply cord may cause electric shock or short circuit.
Do not pull the power supply cord, the power supply plug, or the product side plug (inlet part)
hard. If the cord breaks, it may cause electric shock or fire.
WARNING
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PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION
Remove dust from the power supply plug periodically. Dust on the power supply plug may cause
insulation failure due to moisture and thus cause a fire. Disconnect the power supply plug and wipe it
with a dry cloth
Disconnect the power supply plug before moving the unit. Take care not to damage the power
supply cord. A damaged power supply cord may cause electric shock or fire.
Disconnect the power supply cord when the unit is not in use for long periods. Keeping the unit
connected may cause electric shock, leakage, or fire due to the deterioration of insulation.
Do not use power cord for other electrical equipment. Such power supply cord may cause fire or
electric shock.
Always use the removal power supply cord. Other power supply cord may cause electric shock or
fire.
If the unit is to be stored unused in an unsupervised area for a long period, ensure that children do
not have access and that doors cannot be closed completely.
Ask a qualified contractor to carry out disassembly and disposal of the unit. Leaving the unit in
a location that can be accessed by third parties may result in unexpected accidents (e.g. the unit may
be used for unintended purposes).
Do not leave the plastic bags used for packing in a place where they can be reached by small
children as this may result in unexpected accidents such as suffocation.
Never replace the battery for the power-failure alarm yourself. Only qualified engineers or
service personnel should replace the battery.
When moving the unit, be sure to take precautions to prevent it from falling over. Moving the
unit with too much force may cause it to fall over, possibly resulting in injury. A qualified individual
must be assigned to supervise the safe movement and relocation of the unit.
Flammable and explosive product. The unit contains flammable refrigerant. When repairing or
recycling, only trained service personnel will repair and follow the procedure below.
 Well ventilate the room to prevent refrigerant accumulation.
 Keep fire away when the refrigerant is contained in the product.
 Do not damage or break the pipework.
WARNING
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PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION
Never install the unit in a location where corrosive materials such as sulphur compounds are
likely to be generated (e.g. near a drainage facility). Corrosion of the copper pipes may result in
the deterioration and consequently the failure of the cooling unit.
This unit must be plugged into a dedicated circuit protected by a branch circuit-breaker.
Use a dedicated power source as indicated on the rating label attached to the unit. A
multiple-tap source may cause fire due to excessive heating.
Do not climb on top of the unit or put any objects on the unit. Falling from the unit may cause
injury; falling objects may cause damage to the unit.
Never store corrosive substances such as acids or alkalis in this unit except in a sealed
container. These may be harmful to your health and may cause corrosion of internal components or
electrical parts.
Check the settings when restarting operation after a power failure or after turning the power off.
The settings may have changed as a result of stopping the unit. Stored items inside the unit may be
adversely affected when operation is resumed if the settings have changed.
To ensure the safety of the service engineer, submit a safety check sheet with the required
items filled out. This is provided as the photocopiable “Safety Check Sheet” at the end of these
operating instructions.
Do not touch the power supply joint of the temperature recorder(option). It may cause electric
shock.
To prevent frostbite, wear protective gloves when handling frozen items in the chamber. Too
much frost may cause chamber temperature rise resulting from incomplete door close.
Use designated parts for parts replacement. Using an incorrect part may cause fire.
Do not give strong shock or vibration during movement or use. The piping may be damaged,
causing a fire.
Flammable and explosive product. The unit contains flammable refrigerant. Consult repair
manual/owner’s guide before attempting to install or service this product. All safety precautions must be
followed.
Flammable refrigerant used. Flammable and explosive product. Dispose of properly in
accordance with national regulations.
CAUTION
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LABELS ON UNIT
<Labels applied to the unit>
To avoid accidents, users are advised to read carefully the hazard labels found at key locations on
the interior and exterior of the unit.
Possible
Danger
Warning/Caution Type
Location of Danger
Warning/Caution Label Description of Danger
Personal
injury
Sample
damage
Frostbite
Rise in chamber
temperature
Interior
To prevent frostbite, wear
protective gloves when handling
frozen items in the chamber.
Too much frost may cause
chamber temperature rise
resulting from incomplete door
close.
Personal
injury
Electric shock
Electric box
A
ttached to covers that access
high-voltage electrical
components to prevent electric
shock. Only a qualified engineer
or service personnel should be
allowed to open these covers.
Personal
injury
Flammable and
explosive product
Interior
This product contains flammable
refrigerant.
Please follow the instructions
when recycling.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
This equipment is designed to be safe at least under the following conditions (based on the IEC 61010-1):
■ Indoor use;
■ Altitude up to 2000 m;
■ Ambient temperature 5 oC to 40 oC;
■ Maximum relative humidity 80 % for temperature up to 31 oC decreasing linearly to 50 % relative
humidity at 40 oC;
■ Mains supply voltage fluctuations up to ±10 % of the nominal voltage;
■ Transient overvoltages up to the levels of OVERVOLTAGE CATEGORY II;
■ Temporary OVERVOLTAGES occurring on the mains supply;
■ Applicable pollution degree of the intended environment (POLLUTION DEGREE 2 in most cases)
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FREEZER COMPONENTS
Main body
4-1
8
7
6
5
3
1
2
<Back side>
Drain port
(Bottom of cabinet)
4-2
<Ri
g
ht side>
10
9
11
12
13
<Front side>
14
Inlet
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FREEZER COMPONENTS
1. Lock: Turn counterclockwise to 180 o with a key and the outer door is securely locked.
2. Door: To open the door, grip the handle.
3. Handle: Always grip this handle to open and close the door.
4-1. Space for temperature recorder in bottom compartment : A temperature recorder (optional
component) can be attached here. See page 35 “TEMPERATURE RECORDER”.
4-2. Space for temperature recorder in top compartment : A temperature recorder (optional component)
can be attached here. See page 35 “TEMPERATURE RECORDER”.
5. Levelling feet <bottom>: These are screw bolts used to install and fix the unit. Adjust the height of the
levelling feet by turning the screw bolts until the 2 front casters are away from the floor
See page 14 .
6. Caster: 4 casters are provided to facilitate moving of the cabinet. For the installation, adjust the
leveling feet so that the front 2 casters cannot contact with the floor.
7. Door latch: To lock the outer door, turn this latch downward. To unlock, rotate this latch up. A padlock
is also available.
8. Control panel: To display the temperature setting and running condition. See page 12.
9. Fixture (on back side): 2 fixtures are provided as spacers between the cabinet and wall and also
serve as hooks to fix the unit. See page 14.
10. Access port: This is used for leading the measuring cable from the freezing chamber to the outside.
11. Battery switch: Switch for battery used for power failure alarm. Always keep “ON”. Turn the
switch “OFF” when the unit is in no use for a long period (more than 1 month).
12. Remote alarm terminal: Used to notify an alarm condition of the unit to remote location. See page
25 “REMOTE ALARM TERMINAL”.
13. Drain hose <Right side>: The drain hose can be used to collect the defrosted water. See page 27.
14. Power supply cord (inlet type): Do not disconnect the power supply plug or the product side plug (inlet
part) carelessly.If the power supply cord is disconnected, the contents of the chamber may be deteriorated.
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FREEZER COMPONENTS
Control panel
1. Alarm lamp (ALARM): This lamp is flashed when the audible alarm is activated.
2. Bottom compartment lamp (BOTTOM): This lamp is turned on when the bottom compartment is
selected.
3. Top compartment lamp (TOP): This lamp is turned on when the top compartment is selected.
4. Digital temperature indicator: Normally, the current chamber temperature is displayed in the
temperature display. When the high/low temperature alarm is activated, the current chamber
temperature blinks. When the self-diagnostic function detects an abnormality, the error code is displayed.
See page 26.
5. Numerical value shift key ( ): Pressing this key in the setting mode causes the numerical value to
shift. ON-OFF of key lock can be selected by pressing this key in the key lock mode.
6. Digit shift key ( ): Pressing this key in the setting mode causes the changeable digit to shift. Key
lock mode is led by pressing this key for more than 5 seconds in the temperature display mode.
7. Set key (SET): Temperature setting mode is led by pressing this key. Once the key is pressed, the
changeable digit is flashed. Pressing this key again after setting desired temperature, the setting is
stored into computer memory. If there is no key operation for 90 seconds during the temperature setting
mode, the temperature setting mode is invalid automatically.
8. Compartment select key (TOP/BOTTOM): By pressing this key, internal temperature display of top
compartment or bottom compartment and each setting is selected.
9. Defrost key (DEF): When removing the frost, press this key for 5 seconds. The freezer operation is
stopped. After removing the frost, press this key again. See page 27.
Note: The freezing operation never resumes automatically after defrosting.
10. Alarm buzzer stop key (BUZZER): To silence the audible alarm, press this key.
11. Alarm test key (ALARM TEST): Test key for alarm device. By pressing this key, the alarm lamp is
flashed, remote alarm is activated and buzzer sounds. This means all alarm function operate correctly.
10 11 9 8 7 6 5
4
3
1 2
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INSTALLATION SITE
This unit must be installed in a location which meets all the conditions described below.
• If the unit is installed in a location which does not meet the conditions, its specified performance may not
be achieved or malfunctions and accidents may occur.
■ A location not exposed to direct sunlight
Avoid any location which is exposed to direct sunlight. Installing the unit in a location exposed to direct
sunlight may reduce its cooling performance.
■ A well-ventilated (airy) location
In order to ensure ventilation, leave clearances of at least 10 cm around the unit (at the left, right, top and
back). Blocking the ventilation may reduce the unit’s cooling performance or cause malfunctions.
■ A location away from sources of heat
Avoid any location which is close to a major source of heat (such as a heater or boiler). Installing the unit
near a major source of heat may reduce the unit’s cooling performance.
■ A location with minimal changes in temperature
Avoid any location where the ambient temperature is subject to sudden changes. If the unit is installed in
a location where the ambient temperature is subject to sudden changes, it will not be possible to achieve a
stable cooling performance.
■ A flat surface where the floor is also capable of bearing the total combined weight (product +
optional accessories + stored items)
Install the unit on a flat surface which is even and which is capable of bearing the total combined weight
(product + optional accessories + stored items). If the unit is installed where the surface is uneven or
where the unit will be inclined at an angle, the unit will be unstable, and accidents or injuries may occur
and/or unnecessary vibration or noise may be generated.
■ A location with minimal humidity
Install the unit in a location where the relative humidity is less than 80 %R.H. Installing the unit in a very
humid location may cause earth faults and/or electric shock.
■ A location free of flammable or corrosive gases
Avoid any location exposed to flammable or corrosive gases. Flammable or corrosive gases can cause
explosions and/or a fire. Furthermore, corrosion of the electrical parts may cause the insulation to be
reduced and result in earth faults and/or electric shock.
■ A location where nothing can fall onto the unit
Avoid locations where objects may fall onto the unit. Objects falling and hitting the unit may cause it to
break down or fail.
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INSTALLATION
When installing the unit, follow the steps below to secure the unit properly, and also be absolutely sure to
earth the unit.
1. Preparations after unpacking
Remove all the tape used to secure the doors and interior parts, and leave the doors open for a short while
for ventilation.
If any surfaces of the outer cabinet are dirty, wipe the surface using a cloth moistened with a diluted
neutral dish-washing detergent.
• Using an undiluted solution of detergent may cause the unit’s plastic areas to crack. Follow the
directions on the detergent for details of dilution.
• After wiping the unit using the diluted detergent, be absolutely sure to wipe the surfaces with a cloth
dipped in clean water to remove traces of the detergent. After this, be absolutely sure to wipe the
surfaces with a dry cloth, allowing the surfaces of the outer cabinet to dry out completely, and then
proceed with the installation.
Note:
Remove the cable tie that bands the power supply cord. Prolonged contact with the tie may cause
corrosion of the cord coating.
2. Securing and levelling the unit using the levelling
feet
Rotate the front levelling feet clockwise until the casters are
raised 5 mm to 10 mm above the floor surface [Fig. 1].
In addition, rotate the levelling feet slightly clockwise or
anticlockwise, and adjust them so that the unit is completely
level.
• When the casters are raised from the floor surface, the
unit will be secured. If they are left touching the floor, the
unit may accidently move when its door is opened or
closed.
3. Fixing the unit
Two fixtures are attached to the rear of the unit. Fix the
unit to the wall with these fixtures and rope or chain.
(Fig. 2)
4. Ground (earth)
The ground (earth) is for preventing the electric shock in the case of the electrical insulation is
somehow degraded. Always ground the unit at the time of installation.
• If the power supply outlet is not grounded, it will be necessary to install a ground by qualified
engineers.
WARNING
Use a power supply outlet with ground (earth) to prevent electric shock. If the power supply outlet is
not grounded, it is necessary to install a ground by qualified engineers.
Never ground the unit through a gas pipe, water main, telephone line or lightning rod. Such
grounding may cause electric shock in the case of an incomplete circuit.
Fig.1
Levelling feet
Shrink
Stretch
Fixture Fig. 2
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INSTALLATION
5. Installation of shelves
The shelves are packaged all together in the chamber. Set the shelves firmly in place on the shelf
stoppers at the standard locations. (Fig. 3)
Note:
• Incomplete installation may cause injury or damage.
Shelf stopper
Standard
locations mark
Fig. 3
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START-UP OF UNIT
Use the following procedure to start trial operation or actual operation of the unit.
1. In the empty state, power supply plug the plug into a power supply outlet. Confirm that the temperature
display on the control panel is blinking.
2. Turn on the battery switch.
<Important>
Always turn the battery switch on when the unit is operating to ensure that the power-failure alarm is
working.
3. Set the desired chamber temperature. See page 17 for the temperature setting.
4. Check that the chamber temperature reaches the desired temperature.
5. Make sure that the alarm lamp flashes and the buzzer sounds by pressing the alarm test key (ALARM
TEST). The remote alarm is also operated. E09 is displayed on the digital temperature indicator and
buzzer sounds if the battery switch is off. Make sure to turn on the battery switch.
6. After confirming the above, you can put articles into the biomedical freezer chamber in a small batch to
prevent the temperature rise.
Note:
■When starting the operation of the biomedical freezer for the first time, the alarm lamp (ALARM) lights.
When the chamber temperature reaches around the set temperature, then the alarm lamp goes out (The
remote alarm is activated).
■ If the battery switch is turned on before turning on the power of the biomedical freezer, the temperature
alarm is activated and the buzzer sounds and the remote alarm is also activated. Check that the battery
switch is off before turning on the biomedical freezer.
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TEMPERATURE SETTING
Table 1 shows the basic procedure for setting the chamber temperature. Perform key operations in the
sequence indicated in the table. The example in the table is based on the assumption that the desired
temperature is -25 oC.
Note: The chamber temperature is set to -40 oC at the factory.
Table 1. Basic operation sequence (Example: Chamber temperature -25 oC)
Description of operation
Key
operated Indication after operation
1 Connect the power supply plug. ----- The current chamber temperature is
displayed.
2 By pressing the compartment select
key, select the top compartment.
TOP
BOTTOM
Top compartment lamp lights and the
current chamber temperature of top
compartment is displayed.
3 Press set key. SET The second digit is flashed.
4 Set to -25 with the numerical value
shift key and digit shift key.
When pressed, the settable digit is
shifted.
When pressed, the figure of
settable digit changes.
5 Press set key. SET
Set temperature is memorized and the
current chamber temperature is
displayed.
6 By pressing the compartment select
key, select the bottom compartment.
TOP
BOTTOM
Top compartment lamp lights and the
current chamber temperature of bottom
compartment is displayed.
7 Press set key. SET The second digit is flashed.
8 Set to -25 with the numerical value
shift key and digit shift key.
When pressed, the settable digit is
shifted.
When pressed, the figure of
settable digit changes.
9 Press set key. SET
Set temperature is memorized and the
current chamber temperature is
displayed.
• The chamber temperature can be set within the range of -45 °C to -18 °C, the ambient temperature is
35 °C and the guaranteed temperature is -40 °C at no load.
• The setting mode returns to the temperature display mode automatically when 90 seconds has passed
without any key operation. In this case, any setting before pressing set key (SET) is not memorized.
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KEY LOCK FUNCTION
This unit is provided with the key lock function. When the key lock is ON, change of temperature setting
through the key pad is not possible. The key lock is set to OFF at the factory.
Display Mode Function
L 0 Key lock is OFF Enable to change temperature setting
L 1 Key lock is ON Disable to change temperature setting
Table 2. Procedure for key lock setting (change from key lock OFF to key lock ON)
Description of operation Key operated Indication after operation
1 ----- ----- The current chamber temperature is
displayed.
2 Press digit shift key for 5 seconds.
The first digit is flashed.
3 Set the figure to L 1 by using
numerical value shift key.
When pressed, the figure of settable
digit changes.
4 Press set key. SET
The key lock is set to ON.
The current chamber temperature is
displayed.
• The setting mode returns to the temperature display mode automatically when 90 seconds has passed
without any key operation. In this case, any setting before pressing set key (SET) is not memorized.
ALARM TEMPERATURE SETTING
This unit is provided with both high and low temperature alarms. The temperature at which the alarm is
activated can be changed.The high temperature alarm can be set to a temperature of + 5 °C to + 15 °C.
The low temperature alarm can be set to a temperature between -15 °C and -5 °C.
Note: The temperature alarm is set at ±10 oC of the set temperature at the factory.
Display Mode Function
F01 High temperature alarm set for top See Table 3 on page 19
F02 Low temperature alarm set for top See Table 4 on page 19
F03 High temperature alarm set for bottom See Table 5 on page 20
F04 Low temperature alarm set for bottom See Table 6 on page 20
As an example, Table 3 and Table 4 shows the procedure to set the high temperature alarm so that the
alarm can activate when the chamber temperature is 5oC higher than the set temperature.
Table 5 and Table 6 shows the procedure to set the low temperature alarm so that the alarm can activate
when the chamber temperature is 5oC lower than the set temperature.
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ALARM TEMPERATURE SETTING
Table 3 Procedure for setting high temperature alarm (Top compartment)
Description of operation Key operated Indication after operation
1 ----- ----- The current chamber temperature is
displayed.
2 Press numerical value shift key for
5 seconds.
The display changes to F00 and
the first digit blinks.
3 Set the figure to F01 by using
numerical value shift key.
When pressed, the figure of
settable digit changes.
4 Press set key. SET The current setting is displayed and
the first digit is flashed.
5
Set the figure to 005 by using
digit shift key and numerical value
shift key.
When pressed, the settable digit is
shifted.
When pressed, the figure of
settable digit changes.
6 Press set key. SET
Alarm temperature is memorized and
the current chamber temperature is
displayed.
• The set mode returns to the temperature display mode automatically when 90 seconds has passed
without any key operation. In this case, any setting before pressing set key (SET) is not memorized.
Table 4 Procedure for setting low temperature alarm (Top compartment)
Description of operation Key operated Indication after operation
1 ----- ----- The current chamber temperature is
displayed.
2 Press numerical value shift key for
5 seconds.
The display changes to F00 and
the first digit blinks.
3 Set the figure to F02 by using
numerical value shift key.
When pressed, the figure of
settable digit changes.
4 Press set key. SET The current setting is displayed and
the first digit is flashed.
5
Set the figure to -05 by using
digit shift key and numerical value
shift key.
When pressed, the settable digit is
shifted.
When pressed, the figure of
settable digit changes.
6 Press set key. SET
Alarm temperature is memorized and
the current chamber temperature is
displayed.
• The set mode returns to the temperature display mode automatically when 90 seconds has passed
without any key operation. In this case, any setting before pressing set key (SET) is not memorized.
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ALARM TEMPERATURE SETTING
Table 5 Procedure for setting high temperature alarm (Bottom compartment)
Description of operation Key operated Indication after operation
1 ----- ----- The current chamber temperature is
displayed.
2 Press numerical value shift key for
5 seconds.
The display changes to F00 and
the first digit blinks.
3 Set the figure to F03 by using
numerical value shift key.
When pressed, the figure of
settable digit changes.
4 Press set key. SET The current setting is displayed and
the first digit is flashed.
5
Set the figure to 005 by using
digit shift key and numerical value
shift key.
When pressed, the settable digit is
shifted.
When pressed, the figure of
settable digit changes.
6 Press set key. SET
Alarm temperature is memorized and
the current chamber temperature is
displayed.
• The set mode returns to the temperature display mode automatically when 90 seconds has passed
without any key operation. In this case, any setting before pressing set key (SET) is not memorized.
Table 6 Procedure for setting low temperature alarm (Bottom compartment)
Description of operation Key operated Indication after operation
1 ----- ----- The current chamber temperature is
displayed.
2 Press numerical value shift key for
5 seconds.
The display changes to F00 and
the first digit blinks.
3 Set the figure to F04 by using
numerical value shift key.
When pressed, the figure of settable
digit changes.
4 Press set key. SET The current setting is displayed and
the first digit is flashed.
5
Set the figure to -05 by using
digit shift key and numerical value
shift key.
When pressed, the settable digit is
shifted.
When pressed, the figure of
settable digit changes.
6 Press set key. SET
Alarm temperature is memorized and
the current chamber temperature is
displayed.
• The set mode returns to the temperature display mode automatically when 90 seconds has passed
without any key operation. In this case, any setting before pressing set key (SET) is not memorized.
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