Thermo Scientific TSX Series Owner's manual

Laboratory
Refrigerators
TSX Series
Installation and Operation
327929H01 Rev. J February 2021
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 Read this instruction manual. Failure to follow the instructions in this manual can result
in damage to the unit, injury to operating personnel, and poor equipment performance.
 All internal adjustments and maintenance must be performed by qualified service personnel.
Material in this manual is for informational 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 from or related to the use of this manual.
© 2021 Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. All rights reserved.
For your future reference and when contacting the factory, please have the following information readily
available. It can be found on the dataplate attached to your unit.
Model Number:
Serial Number:
The following information, if available, is helpful for contacting the factory.
Date Purchased:
Purchase order number:
Source of Purchase:
(manufacturer or specific agent/rep organization)

Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Models .......................................................................................1
Safety Precautions....................................................................2
Unpacking.................................................................................5
Packing List ..............................................................................6
General Recommendations .....................................................7
Temperature Monitoring ...................................................... 7
Intended Use ........................................................................7
Operating Standards ...............................................................8
Unit Specifications ...............................................................9
Installation..............................................................................10
Location ............................................................................. 10
Wiring ................................................................................14
Convenience Outlet (Chromatography Refrigerators) .......15
Shelves ...............................................................................18
Drawers ..............................................................................18
Baskets ...............................................................................23
Temperature Sensor Bottles ...............................................23
Door Operation ..................................................................23
Remote Alarm (Optional) ..................................................25
Final Checks .......................................................................26
Startup ....................................................................................27
Initial Startup...................................................................... 27
Product Loading and Unloading Guidelines ......................28
Operation................................................................................30
Control Panel ......................................................................30
Display Functions ..............................................................32
Programming Functions .....................................................33
Service Parameters .............................................................33
Temperature Settings .........................................................36
Alarms ................................................................................36
Chart Recorder (Optional) ...................................................38
Set Up and Operation .........................................................38
Changing Chart Paper ........................................................39
Power Supply ..................................................................... 39
Calibration and Adjustments ..............................................40
Temperature Transmitter (Optional) ..................................41
Powered Temperature Transmitter .....................................41
Unpowered Temperature Transmitter ................................41
Maintenance ...........................................................................42

Table of Contents
Cleaning the Cabinet Interior .............................................42
Cleaning the Condenser Filter ............................................42
Cleaning the Condenser .....................................................42
Automatic Defrost ..............................................................43
Gasket Maintenance ...........................................................43
Alarm Battery Maintenance ...............................................44
Preparation for Storage ...................................................... 44
Cleaning the Unit (Chromatography Refrigerators) .......... 44
Replacing Sensor (Chromatography Refrigerators) ...........44
Sensor Maintenance (Chromatography Refrigerators) ...... 44
Troubleshooting .....................................................................45
End of Life Care.....................................................................47
Warranty ................................................................................48

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1 Models The table below shows the units covered in this operation and installation
manual by model number. Refer to Section 6.1 for details on the voltage
specifications for the various models.
Table 1. Applicable Models
Unit Model (*) Energy Star
Model (*)
Thermo Scientific - TSX1205G* V/Y/Z A/D
Thermo Scientific - TSX1205S* V/Y/Z A/D
Thermo Scientific - TSX1205P* V/Y/Z A/D
Thermo Scientific - TSX2305G* V/Y/Z A/D
Thermo Scientific - TSX2305S* V/Y/Z A/D
Thermo Scientific - TSX2305P* V/Y/Z A/D
Thermo Scientific - TSX2305C* V/Y/Z A/D
Thermo Scientific - TSX3005G* V/Y/Z A/D
Thermo Scientific - TSX3005S* V/Y/Z A/D
Thermo Scientific - TSX3005P* V/Y/Z A/D
Thermo Scientific - TSX3005C* V/Y/Z A/D
Thermo Scientific - TSX4505G* V/Y/Z A/D
Thermo Scientific - TSX4505C* V/Y/Z A/D
Thermo Scientific - TSX5005G* V/Y/Z A/D
Thermo Scientific - TSX5005S* V/Y/Z A/D
Thermo Scientific - TSX5005P* V/Y/Z A/D
Thermo Scientific - TSX5005C* V/Y/Z A/D

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2 Safety Precautions In this manual, the following symbols and conventions are used:
This symbol when used alone indicates important operating instructions which
reduce the risk of injury or poor performance of the unit.
WARNING: This symbol indicates potentially hazardous situations which,
if not avoided, could result in serious injury or death.
WARNING: This symbol indicates situations where dangerous voltages
exist and potential for electrical shock is present.
WARNING: This symbol indicates potentially hazardous situations, which
if not avoided could result in fire.
CAUTION: This symbol, in the context of a CAUTION, indicates a
potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in minor to
moderate injury or damage to the equipment.
CAUTION: This indicates a situation which may result in property
damage.
This symbol indicates surfaces which may become hot during use and may cause
a burn if touched with unprotected body parts.
Before installing, using or maintaining this product, please be sure to read the
manual and product warning labels carefully. Failure to follow these instructions
may cause the product to malfunction, which could result in injury or damage.
This symbol indicates possible pinch points which may cause personal injury.
This symbol indicates a need to use gloves during the indicated procedures. If
performing decontamination procedures, use chemically resistant gloves.
This symbol indicates possible sharp points which may cause skin abrasion.

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Below are important safety precautions that apply to this product:
Use this product only in the way described in the product literature and in this
manual. Before using it, verify that this product is suitable for its intended use. If
the equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the
protection provided by the equipment may be impaired.
Do not modify system components, especially the controller. Use OEM exact
replacement equipment or parts. Before use, confirm that the product has not
been altered in any way.
WARNING: Risk of Shock. Your unit must be properly grounded in
conformity with national and local electrical codes. Do not connect the unit
to overloaded power sources.
WARNING: Risk of Shock. Disconnect unit from all power sources before
cleaning, troubleshooting, or performing other maintenance on the product
or its controls.
WARNING: Risk of Fire. This unit is not for storage of flammable
materials.
WARNING: Risk of Fire. This unit is charged with hydrocarbon
refrigerants. Only qualified service personnel should service this unit.
Unauthorized repair of your refrigerator will invalidate your warranty.
Contact Technical Service at 1-800-438-4851 for additional information.
WARNING: Risk of Fire. No equipment that uses an open flame should be
placed inside the unit. This will harm the unit, hamper functionality and
compromise your safety.
WARNING: Risk of Fire. Do not use any battery powered or
externally-powered equipment in the device.
CAUTION: Risk of Abrasion. Hidden sharp edges may be present on
drawers. Use appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (such as gloves)
while handling the drawers to avoid possible sharp points related injury.

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Below are additional safety precautions that apply to chromatography refrigerator
models:
WARNING: Risk of Fire. Equipment should only be powered using the
internal outlet. In case a refrigeration leak occurs, a built in safety circuit will
remove power to the outlet in the unit. This safety circuit has no control over
equipment powered via battery or an external power supply (i.e. extension
cord). Do not use instrumentation or equipment that incorporates potential
ignition sources, e.g. open contact switching, brushed DC and AC motors, etc.
WARNING: Risk of Fire. The chromatography safety circuit has slots/holes at
the bottom of the plug panel for enabling air to the safety sensor. Do not block
the Safety Circuit ventilation holes as this will diminish and defeat the Safety
Circuit.
CAUTION: Risk of Fire. Do not store or use uncapped reagents, vessels and
bottles inside the chromatography equipment. This may diminish functionality
of the safety circuit.

EMC Registration is done on this equipment for business use only. It may cause
interference when the product would be used in home.
사용자 안내문 이 기기는 업무용 환경에서 사용할 목적으로 적합성평가
를 받은 기기로서 가정용 환경에서 사용하는 경우 전파간섭의 우려가 있
습니다 .
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class A digital device. Class A covers devices for usage in all establishments other
than domestic and that are not directly connected to a low voltage power supply
network, which supplies domestic environment.
This ISM device complies with Canadian ICES-001.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the
equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates,
uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to
cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the
interference at his own expense.

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3 Unpacking At the time of delivery, be sure to inspect the unit packaging for damage before
signing for the shipment. If packaging damage is present, request immediate
product inspection and file a claim with the carrier.
Note Packaging damage does not denote that unit damage exists.
If concealed damage is found (damage that is not apparent until the item has
been unpacked), stop further unpacking and save all packing for
carrierinspection. Make a written request for inspection to delivering carrier. This
must be done within 15 days after delivery. Then file a claim with the carrier.
Do not return goods to the manufacturer without written authorization.

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4 Packing List Inside the refrigerator cabinet is a bag containing:
• Essential safety instructions, including translated versions
• Certificate of Conformance
• Warranty Card
• Safety Data Sheet for Glycerin
• Quick start guide
• Two control panel keys
• Two cabinet door keys
If you have ordered a unit with shelves, the bag will also contain:
• Small bag with shelving clips
If the unit was ordered with a chart recorder, the bag will also contain:
• Chart recorder pamphlet
• Extra chart recorder paper
If specified on the order, the bag may also include:
• QC temperature graph and test log
• Calibration information
Other items with your unit include:
• Power cord
• Anti-Tip Bracket Kit (See Section 7.1.2, Table 3 for applicable models)
• Baskets, Shelves or Drawers
• Thermal Bottle
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
Note To download the complete Installation and Operation Manual for the
unit, please visit:
https://www.thermofisher.com/usermanuals

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5 General
Recommendations
This section includes some general recommendations for your unit.
5.1 Temperature
Monitoring
IMPORTANT NOTE We recommend the use of a redundant and
independent temperature monitoring system so that the device can be
monitored continuously for performance commensurate with the value of
product stored. Please use the probe in glycerin bottle (if present) as the
temperature reading reference point for all calibration / validation
procedures.
5.2 Intended Use The 5°C refrigerators described in this manual are high performance units
for professional use. These products are intended for use as cold storage of
temperature sensitive materials such as media, reagents, and clinical and
laboratory products. Models denoted as Pharmacy (TSXxx05Px) are
additionally intended for pharmaceuticals, vaccines, chemotherapy drugs
and other medical, pharmacy-grade products.
Expected users of this equipment include but are not limited to personnel
from the following areas: Professional and clinical laboratories, Pharma and
Biotech facilities, Academic, Industrial, and Government facilities or those
trained in laboratory protocols put in place at your facility. The units are not
for use by the general public.
These devices are not intended for the storage of samples to be
re-introduced to the body (Examples: Blood and Blood Components,
Tissues, Cells). These devices are not intended for use in classified hazardous
locations, nor to be used for the storage of flammable or corrosive inventory.
Storage of sealed or unsealed corrosive substances may cause the interior of
the unit to corrode. If stored for long periods of time, they could become
unsealed due to moisture content of the unit environment.

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6 Operating
Standards
The refrigerators described in this manual are classified for use as stationary
equipment in a Pollution Degree 2 and Overvoltage Category II environment.
These units are designed to operate under the following environmental
conditions:
• Indoor use
• Altitude up to 2000 m (6512 ft.)
• Maximum relative humidity 60% for temperatures from 15 to 32°C
(59 to 90°F).
• Main supply voltage fluctuations not to exceed 10% of the nominal
voltage.
• The refrigerator must not be connected to a GFCI (Ground Fault
Circuit Interrupter) protected outlet as it may be subject to nuisance
tripping.
Operation outside of these conditions will affect the performance of the
unit and the samples stored inside.

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6.1 Unit Specifications The last character in the model number listed on the refrigerator identifies the
electrical specifications for your unit. The dataplate is located on the upper left
side of the unit.
† Weights provided are approximate weights for Laboratory Refrigerators with shelves. For TSX1205P* Pharmacy
Refrigerators, add 22 Kg (49 lbs). For TSX2305P*, TSX3005P*, and TSX5005P* Pharmacy Refrigerators,
add 37 Kg (82 lbs) for each set of 6 drawers. Add approximately 6 kg (13 lbs) for TSXxx05C* Chromatography
Refrigerators.
# TSXxx05C* refrigerators have an additional 4.0 A rated current for the internal receptacle.
Table 2. Unit Specifications
Model Rated
Voltage
Rated
Current#
Frequency
/ Phase
Power
Module
Plug
Glass Door
Unit
Weight Kg
(lbs)†
Solid
Door Unit
Weight
Kg (lbs)†
Exterior Dimensions
(D x W x H)
12A / 12Y 115 V 6.25 A 60 Hz/1
IEC C19
129 (285) 130 (286) 79.0 x 61.9 x 185.4 cm
(31.1 x 24.0 x 73.0 in)
12D / 12Z 208-230 V 3.05 A 60 Hz/1
12V 208-230 V 3.05 A 50 Hz/1
23A / 23Y 115 V 8.5 A 60 Hz/1 175 (385) 164 (361)
96.2 x 71.1 x 199.4 cm
(37.9 x 28.0 x 78.5 in)
23D / 23Z 208-230 V 3.7 A 50/60 Hz/1 165 (364) 154 (340)
23V 208-230 V 3.7 A 50/60 Hz/1 165 (364) 154 (340)
30A / 30Y 115 V 9.25 A 60 Hz/1
177 (390) 177 (391) 96.2 x 86.4 x 199.4 cm
(37.9 x 34.0 x 78.5 in)
30D / 30Z 208-230 V 4.4 A 60 Hz/1
30V 208-230 V 4.4 A 50 Hz/1
45A / 45Y 115 V 8.6 A 60 Hz/1
238 (525) N/A 93.1 x 143.5 x 199.4 cm
(36.6 x 56.5 x 78.5 in)
45D / 45Z 208-230 V 4.3 A 60 Hz/1
45V 208-230 V 4.3 A 50 Hz/1
50A / 50Y 115 V 10.2 A 60 Hz/1
264 (583) 243 (535) 96.2 x 143.5 x 199.4 cm
(37.9 x 56.5 x 78.5 in)
50D / 50Z 208-230 V 4.75 A 60 Hz/1
50V 208-230 V 4.75 A 50 Hz/1

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7 Installation
WARNING: Risk of Shock. Do not exceed the electrical rating printed on
the dataplate located on the upper left side of the unit.
Do not move the unit using the drain pan on the back. This could cause
damage to the equipment.
7.1 Location Install the unit on a level area free from vibration with a minimum of 6 inches of
space on the sides and rear and 12 inches at the top. Do not position the
equipment in direct sunlight or near heating diffusers, radiators, or other sources
of heat.
WARNING: Risk of Injury. Do not move the unit while loaded. Move by
pushing slowly at handle level or lower. Use caution on uneven surfaces.
7.1.1 Installation Instructions
(Models A/D from Table 1)
The unit must be level both front to back and side to side when installed. If the
unit is out of level, you may need to shim the corners or casters with thin sheets
of metal. Be sure to set the brakes for units equipped with casters.
An unlevel unit may result in instability and performance issues for the doors and
drawers.
7.1.2 Installation Instructions
(Models V/Y/Z from Table 1)
The unit must be level both front to back and side to side when installed. If the
unit is out of level, you may need to shim the corners or casters with thin sheets
of metal. Be sure to set the brakes for units equipped with casters.
An unlevel unit may result in instability and performance issues for the doors and
drawers.
WARNING: The refrigerator must be secured by the anti-tip bracket
supplied. Unless properly installed, the refrigerator could tip when
shelves/drawers/baskets are loaded. Injury and damage to the equipment
and contents may result from the refrigerator tipping.
This refrigerator has been designed to meet all recognized industry tip standards
for all normal conditions when anti-tip bracket is installed and properly engaged.

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*Check the product data plate to confirm model number.
Anti-tip Bracket Installation instructions are provided for wood and concrete
floors. Any other type of construction may require special installation techniques
as deemed necessary to provide adequate fastening of the anti-tip bracket to the
floor. For installation on floors other than wood and concrete, please contact
technical support.
The use of this bracket does not prevent the tipping of the refrigerator when not
properly installed.
Figure 1. Materials Supplied
Table 3. TSX Laboratory Refrigerator Model Numbers Requiring
Anti-Tip Bracket Installation*
TSX1205GV TSX2305GV TSX3005GV TSX4505GV TSX5005GV
TSX1205GY TSX2305GY TSX3005GY TSX4505GY TSX5005GY
TSX1205GZ TSX2305GZ TSX3005GZ TSX4505GZ TSX5005GZ
TSX1205SV TSX2305SV TSX3005SV TSX5005SV
TSX1205SY TSX2305SY TSX3005SY TSX5005SY
TSX1205SZ TSX2305SZ TSX3005SZ TSX5005SZ
TSX1205PV TSX2305PV TSX3005PV TSX5005PV
TSX1205PY TSX2305PY TSX3005PY TSX5005PY
TSX1205PZ TSX2305PZ TSX3005PZ TSX5005PZ
TSX2305CV TSX3005CV TSX4505CV TSX5005CV
TSX2305CY TSX3005CY TSX4505CY TSX5005CY
TSX2305CZ TSX3005CZ TSX4505CZ TSX5005CZ

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Table 4. Tools Required
   
a. Determine where you want the centerline of the refrigerator to be.
b. Place the included template on the floor lined up with the centerline
of the refrigerator and keep 6"- 12" between the wall and the back of
the unit.
c. On the floor, mark the location of Hole #1 and Hole #2 (and Hole
#3 and Hole #4 for double door units).
   
Wood Construction
a. Drill 15/64" (6 mm) pilot holes in locations marked in step 1.
b. Place bracket on floor aligned with holes.
c. Use supplied lag bolts to attach bracket to floor.
Concrete Construction
a. Drill 1/2" (13 mm) holes in locations marked in step 1 with
masonry bit.
b. Slide lag screw anchors into holes to be flush with floor surface.
c. Place bracket on floor aligned with holes.
d. Use supplied lag bolts to attach bracket to floor.
Label Description
1 Bracket
2 Bolts
3 Anchors
4 Instructions and Installation Template
Wood Floor Concrete Floor
Flashlight
Tape Measure
1/2" (13 mm) Wrench
3/4" (19 mm) Wrench
Drill Hammer Drill
15/64" (6 mm) Drill Bit 1/2" (13 mm) Masonry Bit

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    
a. Locate 1/2" bolt attached to bottom of cabinet.
b. Unscrew 1/2" bolt until there is 1/2" clearance between floor and
head of bolt as shown in the Figure 2.
c. Tighten lock nut against bottom of unit.
Figure 2. Bolt Location
  
a. Line up 1/2" bolt installed in step 3 with anti-tip bracket.
b. Roll or slide refrigerator into position until bolt stops against
bracket.
c. Lock the casters.
Label Description
1 Back of Unit
2 1/2" Bolt Location
3 Detailed View
4 Lock Nut
5 1/2" Bolt
6 Floor
7 1/2" Clearance

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   
Check to see if the anti-tip bracket is installed properly by shining light under
cabinet and confirming bolt in cabinet is secured by bracket on floor.
7.2 Wiring Wiring diagrams are attached on the back of the cabinet.
CAUTION: Connect the equipment to the correct power source. Incorrect
voltage can result in severe damage to the equipment.
CAUTION: Risk of Shock. For personal safety and trouble-free operation,
this unit must be properly grounded while in use. Failure to ground the
equipment may cause personal injury or damage to the equipment. Always
conform to the National Electrical Code and local codes. Do not connect
the unit to overloaded power lines.
Do not position the unit in a way that impedes access to the disconnecting
device or circuit breaker in the back of the unit.
Always connect the unit to a dedicated (separate) circuit. Each unit is
equipped with a service cord and plug designed to connect it to a power
outlet which delivers the correct voltage. Supply voltage must be within
±10% of the unit rated voltage. If cord becomes damaged, replace with a
properly rated power supply cord.
CAUTION: Risk of Shock. Never cut the grounding prong from the
service cord plug. If the prong is removed, the warranty is invalidated.
In an emergency, the power cord is a disconnect device.
The refrigerator is equipped with a connectivity port on the back of the unit
(Item F in Figure 4). For use, refer to the instructions provided with the
applicable Thermo Fisher Scientific connectivity device.
Table 5. Power Cord Specification
Model Power Cord Specifications
A / Y 3-G 12 AWG, NEMA 5-15P, 15 A/125 V
D / Z 3-G 14 AWG, NEMA 6-15P, 15 A/250 V
V 3-G 1.5 mm2 , CEE 7/7, 16 A/250 V

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7.3 Convenience Outlet
(Chromatography
Refrigerators)
Chromatography Refrigerators are equipped with a convenience outlet located
on the back wall. Power to the outlet is protected by a circuit breaker. If there is a
fault, the circuit can be reset by toggling the Chromatography Power Inlet Switch
(Item D in Figure 4 ). The total load of the equipment using the convenience
outlet shall not exceed 4 Amps.
Note The convenience outlet may be LIVE when the unit is connected to an
electrical power source, regardless of the position of the key switch.
The chromatography refrigerator outlet is also equipped with a safety circuit. In
the event the safety circuit is tripped (the safety sensor senses a flammable gas),
the power to the internal outlet will be discontinued and the user will need to
manually reset the safety circuit assembly using the reset switch at the back of the
unit before power is restored. To do this, toggle the switch labeled “Switch
Chromatography Manual Reset” (Item E in Figure 4 ) off and then on. There will
be a power delay to the outlet for approximately 4 minutes where the red LED
will be illuminated. When power is available at the outlet, the red LED will turn
off and the green LED will illuminate.
If the circuit trips from RED back to GREEN repeatedly or never turns
GREEN, please contact Customer Service.
Flammable materials should not be stored in the refrigerator.
7.3.1 Lights The safety circuit has two LEDs:
• (on the top) - When the red LED is ON, it indicates there is no
power to the AC outlet inside the unit.
• (on the bottom) - When the green LED is ON, it indicates
there is power to the AC outlet inside the unit.

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7.3.2 NEMA 5-15 GFCI
Receptacle (optional)
The NEMA 5-15 GFCI Receptacle has a standard self-test feature with color
indicators for status:
•  - Indicates the breaker has opened the circuit. If this occurs,
unplug the equipment, check the circuit, and reset the circuit breaker.
•  - Indicates “End of Life” and that the receptacle needs to
be replaced.
•  - Indicates the outlet is functional.
Figure 3. NEMA 5-15 Receptacle Lights
7.3.3 Power Inlets The chromatography refrigerator has two power inlets at the back of the unit:
1.    - This is used to connect the AC mains power
cord to the chromatography refrigerator.
2.    - This is used to connect the AC
mains power cord to the chromatography outlet assembly inside of the
cabinet.
7.3.4 Switches The chromatography refrigerator has three switches at the back of the unit:
1.     - This is used to turn ON or OFF the
AC supply to the refrigerator.
2.     - This is used to turn ON or
OFF the AC inlet supply to the receptacle inside the refrigerator.
3.     - This is used to manually
reset the safety circuit in the AC receptacle assembly after the LED turns
RED from GREEN due to a safety trip event which disengages power to
outlet inside the refrigerator.
Red (Solid/Flashing)
Green