Planer Shipslog Installation instructions

Shipslog Safety Instructions

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Part Number: MA008019 Issue: 5.0 0 Printed: March 2013
Shipslog Safety Instructions
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Shipslog Safety Instructions
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Table of Contents
1 Introduction 1
................................................................................................................................... 11.1 Safety
................................................................................................................................... 21.2 First aid
2 Operating the Shipslog 2
................................................................................................................................... 22.1 Installing the software
3 Specification 3
................................................................................................................................... 33.1 Measurement
................................................................................................................................... 33.2 Data logging
................................................................................................................................... 33.3 Alarm generation
................................................................................................................................... 43.4 Control and indication
................................................................................................................................... 43.5 Battery
................................................................................................................................... 43.6 Vessel performance

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1 Introduction
The ShipsLog™ is a temperature monitoring system for samples transported in liquid nitrogen
vapour shippers. It provides traceability for the temperature of the samples and can provide alarms at
predefined setpoints during the transit period.
The ShipsLog monitor is supplied either fitted to the top of the vapour shipper's cover or with a flying
lead for positioning within the sample area.
Samples may be transported in the knowledge that on arrival at the destination, the recipient can
quickly check the LED display and confirm whether the temperature experienced by the samples
has deviated outside of the predefined limits. The full temperature history can also be downloaded to
confirm the exact temperature pattern throughout the journey.
The logger is user-programmable via PC software. The logging process can be started either by
using the PC software or by using the magnetic swipe key provided. By using the PC software, the
data can be analysed by both sender and receiver.
1.1 Safety
Warning
Failure to comply with these instructions could result in personal injury.
Retain these instructions for future use.
Operating the system in a manner not specified within in this manual or under conditions outside
of the specifications may result in the protection offered by the equipment being impaired.
Also follow the safety instructions accompanying the dry-shipper with which the Shipslog is to be
used.
This product contains a lithium battery that can present a fire, severe burn and explosion hazard to
users if misused. Do not attempt to recharge, disassemble, heat above 145 °C, incinerate or
expose contents to water.
Avoid nitrogen build up. Anywhere liquid nitrogen is used must be well ventilated to reduce the
risk of nitrogen build up. Small volumes of liquid nitrogen convert to very large volumes of gas. This
can result in drowsiness, or in extreme cases, asphyxiation.
When liquid nitrogen is used in confined spaces, oxygen-deficiency alarms must be installed.
Guidance on ventilation requirements are given in BCGA Code of Practice CP30, The safe use of
liquid nitrogen dewars up to 50 litres.
When there is a risk of reduced or insufficient ventilation when a room is unoccupied, then alarms
to indicate oxygen deficiency must be installed and positioned outside of the room so that
operators are aware of the hazard before entering. The operational status of such an alarm should
also be visible from outside the room.
If liquid nitrogen is used in an area that requires forced ventilation, an alarm to indicate its failure
should be fitted.
When dispensing or potentially being exposed to liquid nitrogen, protect the face with a shield and
wear gloves, boots and a protective apron. Prevent spillage into shoes and onto unprotected parts

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of the body.
Handle vessels containing liquid nitrogen carefully. Liquid nitrogen boils at -196ºC and both liquid
and gas can cause rapid and severe frostbite. Delicate tissue, e.g. the eyes, can be damaged by
an exposure to the cold gas, which may be too brief to affect the skin of the hands or face.
Stand clear of boiling and splashing liquid nitrogen and its gas when filling a dewar at normal room
temperature or when inserting objects (such as a pump) into the liquid.
Use tongs or wear cryogloves when handling cold or hot objects. Cryogloves are available as an
accessory from Planer plc. During operation, freezer chambers and contents may get cold
enough to cause frostbite.
Only use vessels designed for working with liquid nitrogen.
User servicing is limited to cleaning. All other servicing must only be undertaken by suitably
qualified engineers.
1.2 First aid
IF IN DOUBT, SEEK IMMEDIATE MEDICAL ATTENTION.
If any quantity of liquid nitrogen comes into contact with the skin or eyes, immediately flood that
area of the body with large quantities of unheated water, apply cold compresses and seek medical
attention. If the skin is blistered or there is any possibility that eyes have been affected, the patient
should be taken immediately to a doctor or hospital for treatment.
2 Operating the Shipslog
In order to use the unit, the ShipsLog for Windows 32 software must first be installed. See
Installing the software.
Once the software has been installed, the online help files contain full instructions on using the
ShipsLog product. Please ensure that you are familiar with its operation before continuing to use
the product.
2.1 Installing the software
In order to use the unit, the ShipsLog for Windows 32 software must first be installed. This
software can be downloaded from the Planer website at http://www.planer.com. From the website,
follow the link to Support > Downloads > Products > ShipsLog section to locate the download
link for the Shipslog software.
When you have downloaded the file, unzip the files to a suitable temporary folder on your PC. To
install the software, execute the file Setup.exe, located in the folder where you unzipped the files
and then follow the on-screen instructions.
When the installation has completed, launch the ShipsLog for Windows 32 application and then
select Help | ShipsLog Operation from the main menu.

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3 Specification
3.1 Measurement
Range
-200 °C to 0 °C ( PC program display units user selectable: °C, °F or
K)
Probe type
Platinum resistance, PT100 Class B
Resolution
Approximately 1.0 °C over whole operating range.
Accuracy
±1.5 °C at 0 °C, rising to ±2.5 °C at -200 °C, including uncertainty due
to measurement resolution and probe errors of the PT100 Class B
probe supplied.
Calibration
Traceable to NAMAS standards/ Semi-automatic user calibration
possible using PC calibration pack. Calibration certificate printed
automatically.
3.2 Data logging
Number of points
8192
Logging interval
30 seconds to 99 minutes in 30 second intervals.
Logging resolution
0.1 °C
Maximum number of
logs
Unlimited, up to total log capacity.
3.3 Alarm generation
High alarm level
-200 °C to 0 °C in 1.0 °C steps.
Low alarm level
-200 °C to 0 °C in 1.0 °C steps.
Alarm delay period
0 to 99 logging intervals.

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3.4 Control and indication
Manual control
Magnetic start/stop switch using supplied fob (PPL number MG007992)
Communication
RS232 Serial communications to custom PC program.
Programming
Using custom PC program.
Indicators
3 x LED indicators
Yellow: normal
Orange: warning
Red: alarm
3.5 Battery
Type
Lithium Thionyl Chloride; internally fitted; factory-replaceable only.
Life
Approximately 3 years in normal operation. Battery-life remaining
indication via PC program.
3.6 Vessel performance
Please refer to your vessel documentation for details.
Note
Use of the ShipsLog for the SC4/3V could result in an increase in the liquid nitrogen evaporation
rate of 22% and this may affect the hold-up time of the system..

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