Sartorius Stedim Biotech Palletank User manual

User Manual
Palletank®
For Shipping
85037-551-72

1. Introduction 2
2. Palletank®For Shipping –
Unfolding and folding
instructions 3
2.1. Unfolding 3
2.2. Folding 4
2.3. Storage of Palletank®panels and
Shipping Kit components within
the Palletank®base 4
3. Preparation prior to shipping
kit installation 6
4. Shipping Kit installation 7
5. Shipping Kit removal 9
6. Cleaning and maintenance
instructions 9
7. Precautions of use 9
8. Disclaimers 10
9. Warranty 10
10. Trademarks and Patents 10
The Flexsafe®|Flexel®3D System for
Shipping are composed of a single-use
sterile bag (the Flexsafe®3D bag or
Flexel®3D bag) and the Palletank®for
Shipping rigid container. The stainless
steel constructed Palletank®for Shipping
supports the fluid contained within
the Flexsafe®|Flexel®3D bag and must be
used together to comprise a robust
shipping system.
Whenever long distance transport is planned
using a Flexsafe®|Flexel®3D bag, it is
imperative that the Palletank®for Shipping
with its dedicated Shipping Kit is used.
Product codes
Volume 100 L 200 L 500 L
Palletank®FXC FXC FXC
for 106362 103133 106609
Shipping
Palletank®FXC FXC FXC
Shipping 102475 102477 102256
Kit
Purpose
The instructions for use describe the
operations required to fold and unfold the
Palletank®for Shipping and to assemble
the Palletank®Shipping Kit.
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Table of Contents 1. Introduction

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2. Palletank®For Shipping – Unfolding and folding instructions
2.1. Unfolding
a) Starting from the folded Palletank®(See Fig. 1), remove all the components from inside the
Palletank®base (See Fig. 2) and from the bottom compartments:
– the lid by turning its handle
– the two large panels – to remove the second panel, first unlock the two locking systems
(See Fig. 3).
– the two blocking bars
– the two small panels
– the foam pads
b) Starting from the empty Palletank®base, position first the front and back panels
(See Fig. 4 & Fig. 5) with locking systems downwards. Do not secure these yet.
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
Fig. 3
Fig. 4
Fig. 5

c) Position the side panels by sliding these in-between the front and back panels (See Fig. 6)
and secure the four locking system (See Fig. 7).
d) Verify the correct positioning and locking of the panels by trying to removing these.
e) Insert the Flexsafe®|Flexel®3D bag in the Palletank®and fill it according to the
“Instructions for Use” provided with each box of Flexsafe®|Flexel®3D bags.
2.2. Folding
Caution
Verify that the “Palletank®for Shipping User Manual” have been communicated to the
receiver prior to the shipment arrival.
a) Starting from the unfolded Palletank®(See Fig. 8), remove the lid by turning its handle.
b) Remove the four locking systems of the front and back panels (See Fig. 7).
c) Remove first the side panels by sliding these upwards (See Fig. 6).
d) Remove the front and back panels (See Fig. 4 & 5).
2.3. Storage of Palletank®panels and Shipping Kit components within the Palletank®base
a) Starting from the empty Palletank®base, insert the Shipping kit foam pad (See Fig. 9) and
steel plate (See Fig. 9 and 10).
b) The dunnage foams should be packed in a polybag prior to being stored in the Palletank®
bottom compartment.
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Fig. 6
Fig. 7
Fig. 8
Fig. 9

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c) Insert the two side (smaller) Palletank®panels (See Fig. 11) and position the Shipping Kit
two blocking bars by inserting these in the dedicated notches (See Fig. 12)
d) Insert the front and back (larger) Palletank®panels:
– Hold the first panel with the locking systems visible and position it in the Palletank®
(See Fig. 13). The two holes on the side of the panel will fit into the two slots on the
sides of the Palletank®base. Engage the two locking systems.
– Hold the second panel with the locking system underneath on the back and position
it on the first panel (See Fig. 14).
e) Unlock the lid by turning the handle (if necessary)
f) Finally, position the lid on the folded Palletank®and lock it.
Fig. 10
Fig. 11
Fig. 12
Fig. 13
Fig. 14

a) Check that the Flexsafe®|Flexel®3D bag is positioned in the Palletank®for Shipping
and filled in accordance with the “Instructions for Use” supplied in each box of
Flexsafe®|Flexel®3D bag.
b) Most importantly, make sure that:
– The Flexsafe®|Flexel®3D is filled to its nominal volume
– The filled Flexsafe®|Flexel®3D bag is correctly positioned in the Palletank®for Shipping
(the bag corners must be aligned with the container angles)
– There are no folds on the bag
– All clamps and caps on the bag tubing are closed
c) Before installing the Shipping Kit, check that all component parts are present,
as listed below:
– Shipping Kit steel plate with its mobile 4-port gripping plate (See Fig. 15)
– Shipping Kit foam plate (See Fig. 16)
– Two Shipping Kit blocking bars (each with 2 clamping screws (See Fig. 17)
– 4 dunnage foams (See Fig. 18)
– 4 locking levers (See Fig. 19): Only for use with Flexsafe®3D bag
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3. Preparation prior to shipping kit installation
Fig. 15
Fig. 16
Fig. 17
Fig. 18
Fig. 19

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4. Shipping Kit installation
a) Position the 4 dunnage foams on top of the filled Flexsafe®|Flexel®3D bag by inserting
them between the bag and the Palletank®(See Fig. 20 and 21).
b) Position the foam plate on top of the filled bag while inserting the bag tubes through
the foam plate opening (See Fig. 22).
c) Slightly unscrew the two nuts of the gripping plate and slid it open.
d) Hold the steel plate with the two handles and position it over the foam plate while
inserting the bag tubes through the opening near the Palletank®front panel (See Fig. 23).
e) Slide the movable gripping plate close to grasp the bag 4-port system and secure it by
screwing the two nuts of the movable gripping plate (See Fig. 24). Make sure that the tubes
are not pinched and kept free.
f) Unscrew the four clamping screw without removing them for the blocking bars.
> If you are using a Flexel®3D bag:
g) Insert the blocking bars ends in the Palletank®front and back panel holes. Start by
inserting the bar extremities in the container front panel then in the rear panel (See Fig. 25).
Check that all 4 ends are properly inserted in the corresponding container panel holes.
Fig. 20
Fig. 21
Fig. 22
Fig. 23
Fig. 24
Fig. 25

h) Manually screw the clamping screws by turning them clockwise (See Fig. 26). Make sure
the tightening is alternately and progressively performed (in diagonal). The clamping screw
rod ends will locate and position in the mating holes of the steel plate. End the operation by
making sure that the steel plate is horizontally positioned over the bag. If this is not the case,
unscrew and start the clamping operation again.
> If you are using a Flexsafe®3D bag:
i) Unscrew the 4 clamping screws from the 2 blocking bars and assemble the 4 locking levers
onto the 4 clamping screws until they reach the spring washer. Make sure you assemble them
in the right way as shown on Fig. 27.
Caution
If you are using a Palletank®Shipping Kit 500L (FXC102256), remove the nuts of the
4 clamping screws prior to assembling the locking levers.
j) Insert the blocking bars ends in the Palletank®front and back panel holes. Start by
inserting the bar extremities in the container front panel then in the rear panel (See Fig. 28).
Check that all 4 ends are properly inserted in the corresponding container panel holes.
k) Manually screw the clamping screws by turning them clockwise (See Fig. 29). Make sure
the tightening is alternately and progressively performed (in diagonal). The clamping screw
rod ends will locate and position in the mating holes of the steel plate. Make sure that the
that the steel plate is horizontally positioned over the bag. If this is not the case, unscrew
and start the clamping operation again. End the operation by manually tightening the
4 locking levers by turning them clockwise (See Fig. 30).
l) Protect the bag tubes by wrapping them with plastic bubble wrap or equivalent. Coil them
in the headspace provided between the Palletank®Shipping Kit and the Palletank®lid.
m) Close and secure the Palletank®lid (See Fig. 8).
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Fig. 26
Fig. 27
Fig. 28
Fig. 29
Right assembly Wrong assembly
Fig. 30

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a) In order to remove the Palletank®
Shipping Kit at the shipping destination,
perform the Shipping Kit Installation
operations as described above in reverse
sequence. Make sure that the “Palletank®
for Shipping Instructions for Use” have
been communicated to the receiver prior
to shipment arrival.
b) In preparation for container return, inven-
tory all Palletank®Shipping Kit component
parts. Store them in the locations provided
in the empty Palletank®. Please refer to
section 2.3.
Caution
Danger of corrosion and damage to
stainless steel Palletank®.
Avoid strongly caustic or alkaline and|or
chloride-containing detergents.
Only use the cleaning agents specified in
these operating instructions.
Precautions Before Use
Before using the Palletank®, observe the
following points:
– Ensure that the cleaning work is carried
out according to the information in these
instructions.
– Before installing the Flexsafe®|Flexel®
3D bag in the Palletank®, check that the
internal surfaces of the Palletank®are
dry, smooth and free of any particles that
might damage the bag surface.
Cleaning Instructions
Complete the following cleaning activities
on all metal surfaces of the Palletank®:
1. Clean the surfaces first with a moist,
lint-free cloth to remove coarse
contamination.
2. Clean the surfaces with a conventional
stainless steel cleaner.
3. Metallic parts can be cleaned, if needed,
with the help of mild detergents or
alcohol. Care should be taken at all times
to avoid scratching.
Precautions to Avoid Corrosion
– For cleaning operations you must use only
smooth cloths.
– The Palletank®must be dried after each
cleaning operation and more generally
after any contact with liquid.
– In general, all the cleaning products for
stainless steel equipment available on
the market can be used for Palletank®
maintenance.
Frequency
The Palletank®should not come into contact
with the process fluid. However, periodic
cleaning|disinfection cycles are recom-
mended at a frequency dependent upon
the nature of use (type of application and
environment) into which the Palletank®is
taken. Recommended cleaning intervals vary
depending upon Palletank®usage level and
contamination level (from improper use, etc.)
a) The Flexsafe®|Flexel®3D System for
Shipping is designed for the transport of
Flexsafe®|Flexel®3D bag filled at nominal
capacity. Failure to follow this instruction
may result in product loss.
b) Any sterile fluid shipping with the
Flexsafe®|Flexel®3D System implies impera-
tively the use of the corresponding Palle-
tank®For Shipping and its Shipping Kit. In
case of any doubt on the correspondence of
product codes that constitute the system,
please contact your Sartorius Stedim Biotech
representative.
c) The Shipping Kit is fully operational only
if all its component parts are installed as
described in sections 3 and 4.
d) Manually tighten the compression
screws and the locking levers (when appli-
cable) of the Shipping Kit as it is designed
to perfectly maintain the bag filled to its
nominal capacity in the Palletank®For
Shipping during long distance transport.
Do not use any tooling for this operation.
e) The Shipping Kit Foam Plate and the
dunnage foams must be stored either in the
Palletank®when not in use in a polybag to
protect from wood splinters or other objects
getting stuck in the foam with the risk of
puncturing the bag or causing small cuts in
the bag during shipping.
f) Do not use the Shipping Kit for static
storage. Only place the Shipping Kit a few
hours prior to shipping at a maximum.
5. Shipping Kit removal 6. Cleaning and maintenance 7. Precautions of use
instructions

a) Sartorius Stedim Biotech will not accept
responsibility of any kind for use of the
Palletank®with any other bag than the
Flexsafe®|Flexel®3D bag. For the use of
Flexsafe®|Flexel®3D bag, the respective
instructions for use and precautions of use,
shall apply.
b) Sartorius Stedim Biotech will not be held
responsible if the “Palletank®For Shipping
User Manual” as described in this docu-
ment are not strictly followed and the above
mentioned Precautions of Use applied.
Upon request, Sartorius Stedim Biotech
Application Specialists can perform training
of employees.
c) Sartorius Stedim Biotech is not responsible
for any special, incidental or consequential
damages resulting from any legal theory,
including lost profits, downtime, goodwill,
damage to or replacement of equipment or
property.
8. Disclaimers 9. Warranty 10. Trademarks and Patents
Sartorius Stedim Biotech warrants that the
Flexsafe®|Flexel®3D bag and Palletank®
are produced according to Sartorius Stedim
Biotech specifications. Unless otherwise
specified, the general Sartorius Stedim
Biotech specifications will apply.
Flexsafe®|Flexel®and Palletank®are
registered trademarks of Sartorius Stedim
Biotech.
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Goettingen, Germany