Installation and Operation Manual Thermo Scientific Revco® Ultima II Cryogenic Storage Freezers
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Thermo Scientific Revco Cryogenic Storage Freezers Installation and Operation Table of Contents 1 About Cryogenic Models 2 Safety Precautions ............................................................ 1 ................................................................. 1 3 General Recommendations 3.1 Initial Loading 4 Pre-Installation 4.1 Unpacking 5 Installation .......................................................... 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Thermo Scientific Revco Cryogenic Storage Freezers 8 Chart Recorders ................................................................... 8 8.1 Set Up and Operation 8.2 Power Supply Installation and Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 8.
Thermo Scientific Revco Cryogenic Storage Freezers 1 About Cryogenic Models The freezers described in this manual are cryogenic models. These models are designed for optimum performance at -140ºC or -150ºC, and it is strongly recommended that you use these models at these operating temperatures. Be sure to read the maintenance instructions in Section 7.
Thermo Scientific Revco Cryogenic Storage Freezers Installation and Operation 5 Installation Do not exceed the electrical and temperature ratings printed on the dataplate located on the lower left side of the unit. 30A-250V NEMA 6-30P CAUTION! Improper operation of the equipment could result in dangerous conditions. To preclude hazard and minimize risk, follow all instructions and operate within the design limits noted on the dataplate. 5.1 Location Figure 1.
Thermo Scientific Revco Cryogenic Storage Freezers Installation and Operation 6 Operation 6.
Thermo Scientific Revco Cryogenic Storage Freezers 6.2 Start Up Installation and Operation Note: Refer to Section 6.1 and Figure 2 on page 3 as you complete the following procedures. 6.2.1 Turning the Power On WARNING! You must turn the three-position key switch to the ALARM ON/SETPOINT SECURITY position to activate the alarm and place it in security operation. To start up your cryogenic freezer, complete the following steps: 1. Plug the freezer into the power outlet (refer to Section 4.2 on page 2).
Thermo Scientific Revco Cryogenic Storage Freezers You can press the Audio Silence pad to silence the alarm but the alarm will ring back in five to seven minutes. You can silence the alarm in this manner as many times as necessary until the sensor cools below the warm alarm temperature. The alarm quits automatically when the sensor cools below the warm alarm value. Note: There is a limit on the alarm test feature.
Thermo Scientific Revco Cryogenic Storage Freezers Installation and Operation 6.3.2 Installation Field installed systems are supplied with complete installation and operating instructions. If your system is factory installed, the freezer is shipped with a coiled length of tubing to connect the freezer to the bottles: • LN2 Inlet Conn. Copper Tubing Factory Supplied 0.625" O.D. 5/8 in. OD copper tubing covered with Armaflex™ insulating tubing for connection to the LN2 supply.
Thermo Scientific Revco Cryogenic Storage Freezers 7 Maintenance and Troubleshooting WARNING! Unauthorized repair of your freezer will invalidate your warranty. Contact Technical Service at 1-800-438-4851 for additional information. CAUTION! Maintenance should only be performed by trained personnel. 7.1 Condenser Maintenance 7.1.1 Cleaning the Condenser Clean the condenser at least every six months; more often if the laboratory area is extremely dust prone.
Thermo Scientific Revco Cryogenic Storage Freezers 8 Chart Recorders Installation and Operation 8.2 Power Supply Panel-mounted six-inch seven-day recorders are available as options for all freezer models. 8.1 Set Up and Operation To prepare the recorder to function properly, complete the following steps: 1. Open the recorder door to access the recorder. 2. Connect the nine volt DC battery located at the recorder’s upper right corner. This battery provides backup power. 3.
Thermo Scientific Revco Cryogenic Storage Freezers Installation and Operation WEEE Compliance Great Britain WEEE Compliance. This product is required to comply with the European Union’s Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive 2002/96EC. It is marked with the following symbol. Thermo Fisher Scientific has contracted with one or more recycling/disposal companies in each EU Member State, and this product should be disposed of or recycled through them.
Important For your future reference and when contacting the factory, please have the following information readily available: Model Number: Serial Number: Date Purchased: The above information can be found on the dataplate attached to the equipment. If available, please provide the date purchased, the source of purchase (manufacturer or specific agent/rep organization), and purchase order number.
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