Thermo Scientific Arctic Express CY50900 User manual

Arctic Express
Type CY50900™
Cryogenic Dry Shipper
Operation Manual and Parts List
LT509X10 (7000813) Rev. 3
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MANUAL NUMBER LT509X10 (7000813)
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REV ECR/ECN DATE DESCRIPTION By
Preface
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Catalog Number Model Number Name
CY50905 813 Artic Express 10
CY50920 814 Artic Express IATA Approved
CY50915 819 Artic Express 5
CY50910 821 Artic Express 20

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Important Read this instruction manual. Failure to read, understand and
follow the instructions in this manual may result in damage to the unit,
injury to operating personnel, and poor equipment performance. s
Caution All internal adjustments and maintenance must be performed by
qualified service personnel. s
Caution It is recommended to have this vessel tested by the manufacturer
or qualified cryovessel service technician every 5 years, regardless of any
problems (or lack thereof) you may have had in the past. This will help
insure your samples against sudden loss of liquid nitrogen due to vacuum
failure. s
Material in this manual is for information purposes only. The contents and
the product it describes are subject to change without notice. Thermo
Fisher Scientific makes no representations or warranties with respect to
this manual. In no event shall Thermo be held liable for any damages,
direct or incidental, arising out of or related to the use of this manual.
Intended Use:
The Thermo Fisher Scientific cryogenic storage vessels are intended to
store biological samples at cryogenic temperatures. These products are
comprised of a vessel and a lid, with or without a level monitor.
Unintended Use:
These products are not intended for use within the patient environment.

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Important operating and/or maintenance instructions. Read the accompanying text carefully.
Potential electrical hazards. Only qualified persons should perform procedures associated with this
symbol.
Equipment being maintained or serviced must be turned off and locked off to prevent possible injury.
Hot surface(s) present which may cause burns to unprotected skin, or to materials which may be
damaged by elevated temperatures.
Marking of electrical and electronic equipment, which applies to electrical and electronic equipment
falling under the Directive 2002/96/EC (WEEE) and the equipment that has been put on the market
after 13 August 2005.
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 WEEE symbol. Thermo Fisher
Scientific has contracted with one or more recycling/disposal companies in each EU Member State
European Country, and this product should be disposed of or recycled through them. Further
information on Thermo’s compliance with this directive, the recyclers in your country and
information on Thermo products will be available at www.thermofisher.com.
4Always use the proper protective equipment (clothing, gloves, goggles, etc.)
4Always dissipate extreme cold or heat and wear protective clothing.
4Always follow good hygiene practices.
4Each individual is responsible for his or her own safety.

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Table of Contents
Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-1
Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-1
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-1
General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-1
Filling Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-1
Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-2
Transportation Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-2
Ordering Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-3
Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-1
Section 1
Section 2
Section 3
Section 4

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Warnings
Section 1 Safety Information
Liquid nitrogen is extremely cold; it boils at -196°C.
To avoid injury due to frostbite or ruptured vials, use extreme care
whenever handling liquid nitrogen, liquid nitrogen storage or transfer
vessels or any objects which have come in contact with liquid nitrogen.
• Leave no areas of skin exposed.
• Always wear proper safety attire over clothing: face shield,
cryogenic gloves, cryogenic apron.
• Never overfill liquid nitrogen vessels.
• Always keep liquid nitrogen vessel in an upright position.
• Do not tightly seal liquid nitrogen containers or prevent nitrogen
gas from escaping.
• Always handle vials with tongs.
• Use extreme care to prevent spilling and splashing liquid nitrogen
during transfer and removal of storage contents and holders.
• Immediately remove any clothing or safety attire on which liquid
nitrogen has been spilled or splashed.
• Get immediate medical attention for any frostbite injuries due to
liquid nitrogen.
Have this vessel tested by the manufacturer or qualified cryovessel service
technician every 5 years, regardless of any problems (or lack thereof) you
may have had in the past. This will help insure your samples against
sudden loss of liquid nitrogen due to vacuum failure.

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Arctic Express 5 Arctic Express 10 Arctic Express 20 Arctic Express
IATA Approved
Liquid nitrogen capacity (liters) 1.5 4.3 10 10
Static holding time (days)* 8 21 14 14
Vial capacity (2.0 ml) 9 48 966 384
Vessel Dimensions
Height: Inches (cm) 13.5 (34.3) 19.4 (49.2) 23 (58.4) 23 (58.4)
Diameter: Inches (cm) 7.3 (18.5) 8.7 (22.1) 15 (38.1) 15 (38.1)
Neck opening: Inches (cm) 1.4 (3.5) 2 (5) 8.5 (21.6) 805 (21.6)
Weight
Empty: Pounds (kg) 6 (2.7) 13 (5.9) 30 (13.6) 36 (16.4)
Full: Pounds (kg) 8.8 (4.3) 20 (9.1) 47 (21.4) 53 (24.1)
Shipping: Pounds (kg) 24 (10.9) 29 (13.2) 52 (23.6) 58 (26.4)
Canisters
Number per vessel 1 1N/A N/A
Height: Inches (cm) 5 (12.7) 11 (27.9) N/A N/A
Inside Diameter: Inches (cm) 1.22 (3.1) 1.81 (4.6) N/A N/A
Catalog Number CY50915 CY50905 CY50910 CY50920
* Actual working time may vary due to current atmospheric conditions, container history, manufacturing tolerances,
and any individual patterns of use.
Section 2 Specifications

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Section 2
Specifications
Declaration of Conformity
Cryogenics Dewars (liquid nitrogen containers) meet the requirements of
Annex V Medical Devices Directive 93/42/EEC
The authorized representative located within the European Community is:
Thermo Electron LED GmbH
Robert-Bosch-Strasse 1
D-63505 Langenselbold, Germany
Sales Ph: 0800 1 536376
Copies of the Declaration of Conformity are available upon request.
0543
EC REP

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Section 3 General Information
The warranty registration card enclosed with the vessel must be completed
and returned to the manufacturer to make warranty effective. This
information must include the serial number which is located on the
bottom of the vessel.
To avoid damage to your Arctic Express dry shipper, fill only with liquid
nitrogen and never overfill. Never add more than 1.6 liters of liquid
nitrogen at a time to the Arctic Express 5, or 4.3 liters of liquid nitrogen at
a time to the Arctic Express 10.
1. Record the empty weight of the vessel alone.
2. Add liquid nitrogen to vessel by removing the lid and pouring liquid
nitrogen in through the neck. Allow the liquid nitrogen to be fully
absorbed before adding more.
3. Repeat the addition of liquid nitrogen up to two more times until no
more can be absorbed. (The Arctic Express 5 will hold approximately
1.6 liters. The Arctic Express 10 will hold approximately 4.3 liters.)
4. Pour off excess liquid nitrogen and reweigh vessel. Seven (7) pounds of
liquid nitrogen should have been absorbed by the Arctic Express 10,
and three and a half (3.5) pounds by the Arctic Express 5. If less than
the above stated has been absorbed, repeat Steps 2 and 3.
5. Place your samples in the Arctic Express, seal and ship.
Note If the Arctic Express is prepared for shipping ahead of time, leave a
small excess of liquid nitrogen in the vessel until just before shipment. At
that time, pour off the excess liquid nitrogen, place your samples in the
Arctic Express, seal and ship. s
Filling Instructions

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Section 3
General Information
Transportation
Guidelines
Liquid nitrogen is classified under the name “Nitrogen, refrigerated liquid”
and has a UN 1977 code number. The name classification and UN Code
Number must be indicated on the shipping carton in addition to a “Gas
non-flammable” label. Packing and labeling requirements can be obtained
from the organizations listed below.
Liquid nitrogen is classified as “Dangerous Goods” by the Department of
Transportation (DOT). At least three regulatory agencies publish
dangerous goods regulations:
DOT - Department of Transportation,
IATA - International Air Transport Association,
ICAO - International Civil Aviation Organization.
Please contact any of the aforementioned agencies regarding your specific
shipping requirements or contact your common carrier or airlines for
specific handling instructions. In addition, you should also contact either
the foreign embassy or customs officials of your shipment’s final
destination.
Keep in mind that regulations do change or undergo revisions. For the
most current shipping information, please contact your carrier.
ABS Plastic Shipping Case for Arctic Express 5 and 10 (one size fits all)
ZP509X11A: Has locking latches. Lid is round so unit cannot be shipped
upside down.
Lid and Cork Assembly Replacement Numbers:
If Serial Number begins with “DW”: Arctic Express 5 and 10 -
CV509X24A
If Serial Number begins with anything other than “DW”:
Arctic Express 5 CV509X27A
Arctic Express 10 CV509X28A
Replacement Parts

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General Information
Please refer to the Specification Plate for the complete model number,
serial number, and series number when requesting service, replacement
parts or in any correspondence concerning this unit.
All parts listed herein may be ordered from the Thermo Scientific dealer
from whom you purchased this unit or can be obtained promptly from the
factory.When service or replacement parts are needed, check first with your
dealer. If the dealer cannot process your request, then contact our
Technical Services Department.
Prior to returning any materials, please contact Technical Services for a
“Return Materials Authorization” number (RMA). Material returned
without an RMA number will be refused.
Ordering Procedures

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Warranty Information
THERMO FISHER SCIENTIFIC STANDARD PRODUCT WARRANTY
(LN2Vacuum)
The Warranty Period starts two weeks from the date your equipment is shipped from our facility. This allows for shipping time so the warranty will go into effect at approximately the same time your equipment is delivered. The warranty protec- tion extends to any subsequent owner during the first year warranty period. During the first year, component parts proven to be non-conforming in materials or workmanship will be repaired or replaced at Thermo's expense, labor included. LN2Vacuum Integrity is covered for three years. Installation and calibration are not
covered by this warranty agreement. The Technical Services Department must be contacted for warranty determination and direction prior to performance of any repairs. Expendable items, glass, filters and gaskets are excluded from this warranty. Replacement or repair of components parts or equipment under this warranty shall not extend the warranty to either the equipment or to the component part beyond the original warranty period. The Technical Services Department must give prior approval for return of any components or equipment. At Thermo's option, all non-conforming parts must be returned to Thermo postage paid and replacement parts are shipped FOB destination. THIS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, WHETHER WRITTEN, ORAL OR IMPLIED. NO WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE SHALL APPLY. Thermo shall not be liable for any indirect or consequential damages including, without limitation, damages relating to lost profits or loss of products. Your local Thermo Sales Office is ready to help with comprehensive site preparation information before your equipment arrives. Printed instruction manuals carefully detail equipment installation, operation and preventive maintenance. If equipment service is required, please call your Technical Services Department at 1-800-438-4851 (USA and Canada) or 1-740-373-4763. We're ready to answer your questions on equipment warranty, operation, maintenance, service and special application. Outside the USA, contact your local distributor for warranty information.
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