Thermo Scientific NESLAB HX Series Owner's manual

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Thermo Scientific
NESLAB HX Series
Recirculating Chiller
ThermoScientificManualP/NU00744 Rev.03/26/08
Installation
Operation
Basic Maintenance
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HX Series Recirculating Chiller
Table of Contents
PREFACE Compliance ............................................................................................. 3
WEEE/RoHS........................................................................................... 3
After-saleSupport.................................................................................... 4
Warranty.................................................................................................. 4
Unpacking ............................................................................................... 5
Feedback ................................................................................................ 5
SECTION I
Safety Warnings ................................................................................................. 6
SECTION II
GeneralInformation Description .............................................................................................. 7
QuickReferenceGuide............................................................................ 9
Specifications .........................................................................................11
CoolingCapacity ....................................................................................12
PumpCapacity .......................................................................................13
SECTION III
Installation Site(Air-cooledUnits).............................................................................15
Site(Water-cooledUnits)........................................................................17
ElectricalRequirements..........................................................................19
PlumbingRequirements..........................................................................20
Fluids .....................................................................................................22
FillingRequirements ...............................................................................23
SECTION IV
Temperature
Controller ControllerKeypad ...................................................................................25
StatusIndicators ....................................................................................26
SYSFAULT Display ...............................................................................27
ControllerDisplays..................................................................................28
ChangingaValue ...................................................................................28
SECTION V
Operation FlowControl ...........................................................................................33
StartUp ..................................................................................................33
PressureGauge......................................................................................34
INTERFACEConnector...........................................................................35
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SECTION VI
Optional Features AutomaticRefillDevice ...........................................................................37
HeaterPackage ......................................................................................38
SENSORConnector ...............................................................................40
COMMConnector ...................................................................................40
RemoteBox ...........................................................................................41
ExternalPressureRegulator ...................................................................42
ParticulateFilters ...................................................................................43
SECTION VII
Maintenance & Service ServiceContracts ...................................................................................45
CondenserCleaning................................................................................45
Hoses.....................................................................................................45
Algae ......................................................................................................46
Configuration...........................................................................................46
ReservoirCleaning ..................................................................................47
PumpStrainer ........................................................................................48
PumpMotorLubrication..........................................................................49
PhaseRotation .......................................................................................49
High/LowPressureCutouts ....................................................................50
PressureReliefValve..............................................................................50
PumpMotorOverloadProtector(3ØUnits) .............................................51
DisplayingSoftwareVersion ...................................................................51
RefrigerationData ...................................................................................51
SECTION VIII
Troubleshooting Checklist ................................................................................................53
ServiceAssistance .................................................................................54
SECTION IX
Diagrams RefrigerationFlow(HX75andHX150) ....................................................55
RefrigerationFlow(HX300throughHX750) ............................................55
PumpFlow (CP Pumps) .........................................................................56
PumpFlow(PDandTUPumps) .............................................................56
Dimensions ............................................................................................57
SECTION X
WettedMaterials
APPENDIX A Water Quality and Standards/Fluid Risk Assessment
APPENDIX B External Probe Calibration
APPENDIX C Programming Software
APPENDIX D RS-232 Serial Communications Protocol
APPENDIX E RS-485 Serial Communications Protocol
Warranty
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Preface
Compliance Productstestedand found to bein compliancewiththerequirementsdefined in
theEMCstandardsdefinedby89/336/EECas well as Low Voltage Directive
(LVD) 73/23/EEC can be identified by the CE Mark on the rear of the unit. The
testinghasdemonstratedcompliancewiththefollowingdirectives:
LVD,73/23/EEC ComplieswithIEC/EN61010-1
EMC,89/336/EEC IEC/EN61326-1
Foranyadditionalinformation,refertotheDeclarationofConformitythat
shipped with the unit.
WEEE/RoHS This product is required to comply with the European Union’s Waste Electrical
& Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive 2002/96/EC. It is marked with the
followingsymbol:
ThermoFisher Scientific hascontractedwith one ormorerecycling/disposal
companies in each EU Member State, and this product should be disposed of
orrecycledthroughthem.FurtherinformationonThermoFisherScientific’s
compliance with these Directives, the recyclers in your country, and
information on Thermo Scientific products which may assist the detection of
substancessubjectto the RoHSDirective areavailable at:
www.thermo.com/WEEERoHS
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After-saleSupport Thermo FisherScientific iscommitted to customerservice bothduring and
afterthesale.If you have questions concerningthe operationof yourunit,
contact our Sales Department. If your unit fails to operate properly, or if you
havequestionsconcerningspareparts,contactourCustomerService
Department.Seeinsidefrontcoverforcontactinformation.Beforecalling,
pleaseobtainthefollowinginformation:
- BOM number
- Serial number
- Softwareversion
The BOM and serial number are on a label on the rear or side of the unit. To
displaythesoftwareversionseepage51.
BOM#: XXXXXXXXXXXX
S/N: XXXXXXXXX
MODEL: HX XXX PUMP TYPE: XXX
VOLTS: XX HZ: XX PH: X
MCA: XX MAX FUSE: XX
COMPR: RLA: XX LRA: XX
HI: XXX LO: XX
CHARGE X LBS RXXX
MOTORS PUMP XEA X.XFLA XHP
FAN XEA X.XFLA
STIRRER XEA X.XFLA
Warranty ThermoScientificNESLABHXunitshaveawarrantyagainstdefectiveparts
andworkmanshipforone full year from dateof shipment.See backpage for
moredetails.
Label (typical)
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Unpacking Retain all cartons and packing material until the unit is operated and found to
be in good condition. If the unit shows external or internal damage contact the
transportationcompany and fileadamage claim. UnderICCregulations, this is
yourresponsibility.
On units with a remote control box, the box is packed in a separate carton. Be
sure to locate this separate carton; do not dispose of it by mistake.
Out of Box Failure
An Out of Box Failure is defined as any product that fails to operate in
conformancewithsellers published specificationsat initialpowerup.The unit
mustbeinstalledinaccordancewithmanufacturer'srecommendedoperating
conditions within 30 days of shipment from the seller.
ExceptforHX300s,HX500s,andHX750s,anyTemperatureControlproduct
meeting the definition of an Out of Box Failure must be packed and shipped
backin the originalpackagingto Thermo FisherScientific for replacementwith
a new unit; Seller to pay the cost of shipping. Customer must receive a Return
MaterialAuthorization(RMA)fromThermoFisher priortoshippingtheunit.
Outof Box Failuresfor HX300s,HX 500s, andHX750s will berepairedat the
customer's site; all component parts and labor necessary to perform the repair,
as well as travel labor and travel expenses, are the responsibility of the Seller.
Feedback We appreciate any feedback you can give us on this manual. Please e-mail us
at[email protected].Besuretoincludethemanualpart
numberandtherevisiondatelistedonthe frontcover.
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Section I Safety
Warnings Make sure you read and understand all instructions and safety precautions
listed in this manual before installing or operating your unit. If you have any
questions concerning the operation of your unit or the information in this
manual, contact our Sales Department for assistance, see back cover.
Performance of installation, operation, or maintenance procedures
other than those described in this manual may result in a hazardous
situation and may void the manufacturer’s warranty.
Transport the unit with care. Sudden jolts or drops can damage the
unit'scomponents.
Do not attempt to defeat any of the interlock switches or safety features
built into the unit.
Observe all warning labels.
Never remove warning label.
Never operate damaged or leaking equipment.
Never operate the unit without cooling fluid in the fluid reservoir.
Make sure the unit is off before connecting or disconnecting the power
cord or other cables.
Always turn off the unit and, if applicable, disconnect the power cord
from the power source before performing any service or maintenance
procedures, or before moving the unit.
Always empty the fluid reservoir before moving the unit.
Never operate equipment with damaged power cords.
Refer service and repairs to a qualified Thermo Fisher technician.
Inaddition to the safetywarningslistedabove,warningsareposted
throughout the manual. These warnings are designated by an exclamation
mark inside an equilateral triangle with text highlighted in bold. Read and
follow these important instructions. Failure to observe these instructions
can result in permanent damage to the unit, significant property damage, or
personalinjuryordeath.
Thelightningflash with arrow symbol,withinanequilateral triangle, is
intendedto alert the user to thepresenceofnon-insulated"dangerous
voltage"withintheunit'senclosure. Thevoltagemaybeofsignificant
magnitude to constitute a risk of electrical shock.
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Description TheThermo ScientificNESLABHXSeriesRecirculatingChiller isdesignedto
provideacontinuousflowofcoolingfluidataconstanttemperatureandvolume.
Theunitconsistsofanair-cooledorwater-cooled refrigeration system, a fluid
reservoir, a fluid recirculation pump, and a temperature controller. Optional
remote temperature controllers and remote probes are also available.
HX units are available with a large number of options. This manual explains
how to install, operate, and maintain a “standard” HX unit. This manual also
explains some of the available options. Supplemental manuals are supplied
with units equipped with options not covered in this manual.
Throughout the manual, you will be asked to consult the unit’s name plate
label for specific information. The label is located on the rear or side of the
case top, see illustration on the bottom of the next page.
Section II General Information
Spring Clips, page 46.
Reservoir access panel, page 23.
Stirrer motor vent, page 16. Temperature Controller, page 25
Pullbox (HX 750, 500 and 300
location is typically on the
rear of unit), see page 39.
General Information
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