Thermo Scientific 05LRAETSA User manual

ADA Undercounters
LaboratoryRefrigerators
& Freezers
Installation and 
Operation Manual
327455H01 Rev. A December 2015
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IMPORTANT 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.
CAUTION 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.
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Table of Contents
Intended Use.............................................................................1
Inspection for Damage......................................................... 1
Safety Precautions....................................................................2
Safety Disclaimer.............................................................. 2
Specifications............................................................................3
General Specifications ......................................................... 3
Electrical Specifications....................................................... 3
Environmental Operating Conditions .................................. 3
Introduction..............................................................................4
Installation Instruction............................................................5
Basic Installation.................................................................. 5
Door Handle Installation...................................................... 5
Reversing The Door Swing.................................................. 6
Clearance.............................................................................. 7
Operating Instructions............................................................8
Refrigerator (05LRAETSA) ................................................ 8
Freezer (04LFAETSA) ........................................................ 9
Maintenance Instructions......................................................10
Cleaning Instructions ..................................................... 10
Trouble shooting Guide.........................................................11
Common Issues.................................................................. 11
Digital Controller Parameters & Operation Guide............12
13 Month Limited Warranty................................................13
NOTES....................................................................................15

Intended Use
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1 Intended Use This unit is intended for storage of non-flammable general laboratory products.
The Refrigerators/Freezers described in this manual are for professional use only.
These products are intended for use in research for the storage of samples or
inventory in the following temperature ranges:
Refrigerators +1 °C to +12 °C
Freezers -12 °C to -20 °C
These are not considered medical devices and have therefore not been registered
with a medical device regulatory body (e.g. FDA): that is, it has not been
evaluated for the storage of samples for diagnostic use or for samples to be
re-introduced to the body.
WARNING: DO NOT store flammable materials in this unit - risk of fire
or explosion.
1.1 Inspection for
Damage
At delivery, examine the exterior for physical damage while the carrier’s
representative is present.
If there is no exterior damage, unpack and inspect the equipment within five days
of delivery. If you find any damage, keep the packing materials and immediately
report the damage to the carrier. Do not return goods without written
authorization. When submitting a claim for shipping damage, request that the
carrier inspect the shipping container and equipment.

Safety Precautions
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2 Safety Precautions In this manual and on labels attached to this product, the words WARNING and
CAUTION mean the following :
SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING
WARNING Indicates an imminently hazardous situation,
which, if not avoided, could result in death or
serious injury.
CAUTION Indicates an imminently hazardous situation,
which, if not avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injury.
WARNING Indicates hazards associated with the use of
electrical energy wherein, if precautions are not
taken, can cause injury or death.

No Symbol CAUTION (Without Safety Alert Symbol) indicates a situation that may result in property damage.
Before installing, using or maintaining this product, please be sure to read this
manual and product warning labels carefully. Failure to follow these instructions
may cause this product to malfunction, which could result in injury or damage.
The following important safety precautions 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.
• 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: For personal safety and trouble-free operation, this unit must be
properly grounded before it is used. 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 unit to already overloaded power
lines. Disconnect the unit from all power sources before cleaning, troubleshooting,
or performing other maintenance on the product or its controls.
CAUTION: Connect the equipment to the correct power source. Incorrect
voltage can result in severe damage to the equipment.
2.1 Safety Disclaimer If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer,
protection afforded by the equipment may be impaired.

Specifications
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3 Specifications
3.1 General
Specifications Model 05LRAETSA 04LFAETSA
Model Style Under-counter Under-counter
Capacity 5.5 cu ft (156 Liters) 3.5 cu ft (99 Liters)
Exterior Dimensions:
(H X W X D) in inches

32 X 23.63 X 24

32 X 23.63 X 24.25
Operating temperature range +1° to +12 °C -12° to -20 °C
Temperature set point +5 °C -20 °C
Refrigerant /charge amount ( Oz) R134a / 1.8 R134a / 2.3
3.2 Electrical
Specifications Power Supply 120V, 60Hz, 1 phase
Full load amperes (Ref/Frz) 1.0 A / 1.5 A
Minimum circuit Breaker capacity 15 Amps
3.3 Environmental
Operating Conditions Maximum Altitude 2000 m Mean Sea Level
Humidity 80% maximum, non condensing
Temperature 15 °C to 32 °C
Product Usage Indoor use only
* The refrigerator & freezer have been optimized for performance in a 20 ° C
operating environment.

Introduction
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4 Introduction This manual provides installation, operation and maintenance instructions for
ADA under-counters General Purpose laboratory Refrigerator & Freezer models.
All models, includes :
• Factory set temperature set point
• Keyed door locks
• CFC-free refrigerant
• Quiet, hermetically sealed refrigeration compressors.
05LRAETSA 04LFAETSA

Installation Instruction
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5 Installation
Instruction
5.1 Basic Installation This product is a complete packaged unit ready to operate when plugged into an
electrical source. Read all the instructions before proceeding with installation.
1. The cabinet will pass through a standard 30’’ door opening.
2. Remove the exterior and interior packaging.
3. CAUTION Before connecting the unit to a power source, let it stand
for approximately 2 hours. This will reduce the possibility of a
malfunction in the cooling system from handling during transportation.
4. Choose well ventilated area with temperatures above 15 ° C and below 
32 ° C . Unit should be installed in an area protected from the elements
such as wind, rain, water spray etc.
5. Move the cabinet into the desired location. Make sure the bottom of the
cabinet is evenly supported. When moving the unit, be careful not to
damage the power cord.
6. Make certain the cabinet is located so the front grill is unobstructed.
7. The unit is shipped in ready to operate condition. Adjustment of
operating temperatures or set point is not necessary and if changed, may
adversely affect unit performance.
8. Use of electrical supply, other than that specified on the serial plate will
cause permanent damage to the product.
9. WARNING Do not connect or Disconnect when your hands are wet.
10. Do not use extension cord with this appliance.
5.2 Door Handle
Installation
The door has two screw holes on each side, allowing you to install a handle
(included). To do so, align the handle with the screw holes on the side you prefer.
Fix the handle in place with the included screws, then cover the screw heads with
the handle seal (included).

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5.3 Reversing The Door
Swing • This appliance can be opened from either the right side or the left. By
default, the door hinge is on the right side. If you prefer it on the left,
please follow below instructions. Holes on the opposite side have already
been prepared at the factory.
All of the parts that are removed must be kept for the reinstallation of the door.
1. Unscrew the lower hinge and take off the door.
2. Push the kick plate to the right in the new position.
3. Undo the upper hinge fastener and fix it to the opposite side of the
housing, where you have already removed and replaced the fastener with
the hole to the opposite side.
4. Put the door on the upper hinge fastener.
5. Fix the lower hinge in the new position.
6. Unscrew the handle and place it on the opposite side.
7. Some screws are covered with caps. Take off these caps before undoing
the screws.
8. Check the door gasket. It should not be creased and should seal well.
1. Upper Hinge fastener
2. Lower Hinge
3. Kick Plate
4. Door Handle
5. Door Hinge Fixture
6. Door Hinge Fixture Plug

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5.4 Clearance Appropriate clearance should be maintained for proper operation of the unit. Be-
low table details the clearance needed for refrigerator and freezer:
Model Top inches Rear inches Sides inches
05LRAETSA 1/16 2 3/16
04LFAETSA 0 4 0