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To the users Thank you for purchasing SMC’s Thermo chiller (hereinafter referred to as the “product”). For safety and long life of the product, be sure to read this operation manual (hereinafter referred to as the “manual”) and clearly understand the contents. ...
HRX-OM-R039 Contents Contents Chapter 1 Safety Instructions ............1-1 Before using the product ..................1-1 Reading the Manual ....................1-1 Hazards ........................1-2 1.3.1 Level of hazards ........................1-2 Definition of “Serious injury” and “Minor injury” ..............1-2 1.3.2 1.3.3 Types of hazard labels ......................
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HRX-OM-R039 Contents 4.2.1 Power supply ........................4-2 4.2.2 Setting of circulating fluid temperature ................4-2 Preparation of circulating fluid ................4-3 Starting and Stopping ....................4-5 4.4.1 Starting the product ......................4-5 4.4.2 Stopping the product ......................4-6 Check items after starting ..................4-7 Adjustment of Circulating Fluid ................
HRX-OM-R039 Chapter 1 Safety Instructions Chapter 1 Safety Instructions Before using the product be sure to read and understand all the important actions highlighted in this manual. 1.1 Before using the product This chapter is intended to specifically describe the safety related issues for handling the product.
HRX-OM-R039 Chapter 1 Safety Instructions 1.3 Hazards 1.3.1 Level of hazards The instructions given in this manual aim to assure the safe and correct operation of the product, and to prevent injury of operators or damage to the product. These instructions are grouped into three categories, Danger, Warning and Caution, which indicate the level of hazard, damage and also the degree of emergency.
HRX-OM-R039 Chapter 1 Safety Instructions 1.3.3 Types of hazard labels The product has various potential hazards and they are marked with warning labels. Be sure to read this section before starting any work on the product. Warning related to electricity This symbol stands for a possible risk of electric shock.
HRX-OM-R039 Chapter 1 Safety Instructions 1.3.4 Locations of Hazard Labels There are various warning labels on the product to show the potential hazards. Rear Fig. 1.3-1 Warning label position Front Fig. 1.3-2 Warning label position 1.3 Hazards HRSE Series...
HRX-OM-R039 Chapter 1 Safety Instructions 1.4 Other Labels 1.4.1 Product Label Information about the product, such as Serial No. and Model No. can be found on the model label. This information is needed when contacting an SMC sales distributor. Model Number Serial Number (SERIAL No.) The type and quantity...
HRX-OM-R039 Chapter 1 Safety Instructions 1.5.2 Personal Protective Equipment This manual specifies personal protective equipment for each work. Transport, Installing and Uninstalling Always use safety shoes, gloves and head protection when transporting, installing or uninstalling the product. Handling of circulating fluid Always use safety shoes, gloves, mask, apron and eye protection when handling the circulating fluid.
HRX-OM-R039 Chapter 1 Safety Instructions 1.6 Emergency Measures In the event of natural disaster, emergency such as fire, earthquake, injury, etc., disconnect the power supply to this product. When the protective device (i.e. fuse) inside the product operates, this thermo chiller stops operation without disconnecting the power supply.
HRX-OM-R039 Chapter 1 Safety Instructions 1.7 Waste disposal 1.7.1 Disposal of refrigerant and compressor oil The product uses hydrofluorocarbon type refrigerant (HFC) and compressor oil. Comply with the laws and regulations in each country for the disposal of refrigerant and compressor oil. The type and quantity of refrigerant is described on the 1.4.1 Product Label.
HRX-OM-R039 Chapter 2 Name and Function of Parts Chapter 2 Name and Function of Parts 2.1 Part number of product The product can be ordered with the part number configured as shown below. Refer to “1.4.1 Product Label” and check the part number of the product. HRSE 1) Cooling capacity 4) Option...
HRX-OM-R039 Chapter 2 Name and Function of Parts 2.2 Name and Function of Parts Ventilation air inlet Ventilation air outlet Lid for tank Circulating fluid Operation Circulating fluid return port display panel outlet Handle Model no. label Drain port Power supply (with O-ring seal plug) Caster with stopper Caster...
HRX-OM-R039 Chapter 2 Name and Function of Parts Accessories list Table 2-1 2pcs. Operation Manual (Jpn: 1pc., Eng:1pc.) Fitting (for drain port) 1pc. 2.3 Function of Parts The function of parts is as follows. Table 2-2 Function of parts Name Function Runs and stops the product and performs settings such as the circulating Operation display panel...
HRX-OM-R039 Chapter 2 Name and Function of Parts 2.4 Operation display panel The operation panel on the front of the product controls the basic operation of the product. Fig. 2.4-1 Operation display panel Table 2-3 Operation display panel Reference Description Function page Displays the temperature and pressure of the circulating...
HRX-OM-R039 Chapter 3 Transport and Setting Up Chapter 3 Transport and Setting Up Only persons who have sufficient knowledge and experience about the product and system are allowed to transport and set up the product. Especially pay attention to personal safety. 3.1 Transport The product is heavy and has potential danger at transport.
HRX-OM-R039 Chapter 3 Transport and Setting Up 3.1.1 Transportation using casters This product is heavy. Care should be taken when the product is transported on a slope. Release the lock levers of the front casters. Push the handles on the right/left panel or the corner of the product to move the product to the destination.
HRX-OM-R039 Chapter 3 Transport and Setting Up 3.2 Installation Do not set up the product in places possibly exposed to leakage of flammable gas. Should any flammable gas stay around the product, the product may cause a fire. Do not use the product outdoors.
Required ventilation amount m /min Heat Differential temp. of 3 Differential temp. of 6 Radiated Model between inside and between inside and outside of installation area outside of installation area Approx. HRSE012-A- Approx. HRSE018-A - Approx. HRSE024-A-20/23 3.2 Installation HRSE Series...
HRX-OM-R039 Chapter 3 Transport and Setting Up 3.2.3 Installation and Maintenance Space It is recommended to keep the space around the product shown in Fig.3.2-1 For maintenance, move the thermo-chiller into a space where maintenance work is possible. Fig. 3.2-1 Installation space The temperature of the outlet of for the ventilation of the thermo-chiller and the panel surface may become approx.
HRX-OM-R039 Chapter 3 Transport and Setting Up 3.3 Installation 3.3.1 Mounting Mount the product on a flat and stable floor with no vibrations. Refer to’’8.2 Outline dimensions" for dimensional information of the product. How to mount the product Move the product to the installation area.
Plug with ground HRSE012-A-10 3 cores x terminal HRSE012-A-10-T 14AWG Shared (JIS C8303 Plug 15mA 1-phase HRSE018-A-10 (3 cores x with 100 for the eceptacle 100V AC 2.0mm V and for 15A and 125 V (50/60Hz) 30mA (including with dipole...
HRX-OM-R039 Chapter 3 Transport and Setting Up 3.3.3 Preparation and wiring of power supply cable The electrical facilities should be installed and wired in accordance with local laws and regulations of each country and by a person who has knowledge and experience. ...
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HRX-OM-R039 Chapter 3 Transport and Setting Up Connecting [For power supply : 100V, 200V and 230V] Connect the plug or crimped terminal to the outlet with ground or to the secondary side of the electrical leakage breaker and to the grounding. Plug the power supply cable in to the power cable connector on the product.
HRX-OM-R039 Chapter 3 Transport and Setting Up 3.4 PIPING Connect piping firmly. Incorrect piping might cause leakage of supplied or drained leakage and wet surrounding area and facility. Pay attention not to allow dust and foreign materials to enter into water circuit etc.
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HRX-OM-R039 Chapter 3 Transport and Setting Up Recommended piping circuit Circulating fluid Return Load device Circulating fluid Outlet Fig. 3.4-2 Recommended piping circuit Name Size Valve Rc1/2 Y-shaped strainer or filter Rc1/2 (#40) Rc1/2 (500μm) Flow meter 0 to 30 L/min Others (Pipe, hose, etc.) I.Dφ15more HRSE Series...
HRX-OM-R039 Chapter 3 Transport and Setting Up 3.5 Fill of circulating fluid Turn the tank lid anticlockwise to open. Supply the circulating fluid up to the “H” mark on the fluid level indicator. Use tap water which satisfies the water quality standard shown inTable 7-1, or a 15% aqueous solution of ethylene glycol.
HRX-OM-R039 Chapter 4 Starting the Product Chapter 4 Starting the Product Only people who have sufficient knowledge and experience about the product and its accessories are allowed to start and stop the product. 4.1 Before Starting Check the following items before starting the product. ...
HRX-OM-R039 Chapter 4 Starting the Product 4.2 Preparation for Start 4.2.1 Power supply Turn ON the electrical leakage breaker of the user's equipment, and supply power to the thermo chiller. * For 100 V power supply specification, connect the plug to the outlet with grounding (JIS C8303 Plug for the receptacle for 15A and 125 V with dipole grounding electrodes).
HRX-OM-R039 Chapter 4 Starting the Product 4.3 Preparation of circulating fluid When the circulating fluid tank is filled the user’s machine and piping remains empty. In that condition, the circulating fluid flows out to the user’s machine and piping and the tank level decreases and may require a refill. In that case, refill the circulating fluid in the following procedure.
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HRX-OM-R039 Chapter 4 Starting the Product Open the tank lid and supply the circulating fluid up to the “H” mark on the tank. Tank lid Filling of Circulating Fluid Liquid level Fig. 4.3-2 Filling of Circulating Fluid Confirm that the drain port is closed with a plug or a valve to avoid discharging the circulating fluid that is added to the tank from the drain port.
HRX-OM-R039 Chapter 4 Starting the Product 4.4 Starting and Stopping 4.4.1 Starting the product Allow at least five minutes before restarting the product. Before starting, check the items specified in “4.1 Before Starting” If any alarm lamp remains on, refer to Chapter 6 Alarm indication and trouble shooting”...
HRX-OM-R039 Chapter 4 Starting the Product 4.4.2 Stopping the product Press the [RUN/STOP] button on the operation panel. The [RUN] lamp on the operation panel flashes green at 1 second intervals, and continues operation to prepare to stop. After approx. 15 seconds, the [RUN] lamp goes off and the product stops.
HRX-OM-R039 Chapter 4 Starting the Product 4.5 Check items after starting Check the following items after starting the product. When an Alarm is seen, press the [STOP] button and then turn off the power supply switch to stop the product, and turn off the breaker of the user’s power supply to isolate the product.
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HRX-OM-R039 Chapter 4 Starting the Product 4.6 Adjustment of Circulating Fluid HRSE Series...
HRX-OM-R039 Chapter 5 Display and setting of various functions Chapter 5 Display and setting of various functions Read and understand this manual carefully before changing the settings. 5.1 Function 5.1.1 Key operations The product can have the displays and settings shown in table 5-1. Table 5-1 List of function Reference Function...
HRX-OM-R039 Chapter 5 Display and setting of various functions 5.1.2 Key operations Fig. 5.1-1 “Key operation (1/2)” and Fig. 5.1-2 “Key operation (2/2)” show the operation of keys of the thermo-chiller. MENU MENU Main display Setting menu Check monitor menu Circulating fluid outlet Circulating...
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HRX-OM-R039 Chapter 5 Display and setting of various functions MENU MENU Communication Alarm setting menu setting menu Alarm Unused Unused Unused Unused buzzer MENU MENU sound Press the Press the 2sec. 2sec. Unused Unused Unused Unused Unused Changing of Unused Unused Unused Unused...
HRX-OM-R039 Chapter 5 Display and setting of various functions 5.1.3 List of parameters Table 5.1-2“List of parameter (1/3)” and Table 5.1-4“List of parameter (3/3)” show the parameters of the thermo-chiller. Table 5.1-2 List of parameter (1/3) Initial value Reference Display Item Category (Default setting)
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HRX-OM-R039 Chapter 5 Display and setting of various functions Table 5.1-3 List of parameter (2/3) Initial value Reference Display Item Category (Default setting) page Alarm buzzer sound Unused Changing of circulating fluid discharge A.RUN temperature rise Detection temperature for circulating fluid discharge temperature rise Changing of circulating fluid discharge A.RUN...
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HRX-OM-R039 Chapter 5 Display and setting of various functions Table 5.1-4 List of parameter (3/3) Initial value Reference Display Item Category (Default setting) page Unused Unused Unused Unused Unused Unused Unused Unused Unused Unused 5.1 Function HRSE Series...
HRX-OM-R039 Chapter 5 Display and setting of various functions 5.2 Main screen 5.2.1 Main screen Displays the current temperature and the set temperature of the circulating fluid. The set temperature can be changed on this screen. 5.2.2 Display on the main screen The display on the main screen is as follows.
HRX-OM-R039 Chapter 5 Display and setting of various functions Alarm display menu 5.3.1 Alarm display menu The alarm display screen appears when an alarm is generated. The alarm display menu cannot be accessed when no alarm has been generated. Refer to “Chapter 6 Alarm indication and trouble shooting” for the content of alarms.
HRX-OM-R039 Chapter 5 Display and setting of various functions 5.4 Inspection monitor menu 5.4.1 Inspection monitor menu As a part of the daily inspection, the temperature, pressure and accumulated operating time can be checked. Please use this for confirmation of your daily inspection. 5.4.2 Checking of the Inspection monitor menu The table below explains the check items of the inspection monitor menu.
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HRX-OM-R039 Chapter 5 Display and setting of various functions Check of the temperature of the inlet of the compressor. Press the [SEL] key once. The temperature of the refrigerant circuit compressor inlet is displayed on the digital display. Displays the temperature of the compressor inlet. Press the [SEL] key once.
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HRX-OM-R039 Chapter 5 Display and setting of various functions Check of the accumulated operation time of the pump Press the [SEL] key once. The accumulated operation time of the pump is displayed on the digital display. Displays the accumulated operation time of the pump. Refer to the table below for the display. Table 5.4-2 List of time display Cumulative time Indicated value...
HRX-OM-R039 Chapter 5 Display and setting of various functions 5.5 Alarm buzzer sound setting 5.5.1 Alarm buzzer sound setting This sets whether a warning sound is made or not when alarm signal is output. The default setting is buzzer sound ON. 5.5.2 Alarm buzzer sound setting and checking The table below explains the setting items of the alarm buzzer sound and the...
HRX-OM-R039 Chapter 5 Display and setting of various functions 5.6 Alarm customize function 5.6.1 Alarm customize function The operation and the threshold when alarm signal is output can be customized. Customers should set them depending on their applications. The alarms below can be customized. ●AL03 Circulating fluid discharge temp.
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HRX-OM-R039 Chapter 5 Display and setting of various functions Table 5.6-2 List of set alarm customize function(2/2) Initial value Display Item Contents (Default setting) Alarm will not be generated during the set period ---- Monitoring start timer of time after starting operation. Alarm monitoring starts when it reaches the set time.
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HRX-OM-R039 Chapter 5 Display and setting of various functions Detection temperature for circulating fluid discharge temperature rise Setting and checking Press the [SEL] key once. The set screen of detection temperature for circulating fluid discharge temperature rise is displayed on the digital display. Select detection temperature for circulating fluid discharge temperature rise from the table below with [▲] key or [▼] key, and confirm by pressing “SEL”.
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HRX-OM-R039 Chapter 5 Display and setting of various functions Select detection temperature for circulating fluid discharge temperature drop from the table below with [▲] key or [▼] key, and confirm by pressing “SEL”. Table 5.6-6 List of set value Initial value Set value Explanation (Default setting)
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HRX-OM-R039 Chapter 5 Display and setting of various functions Press the [SEL] key once. "AS11" is displayed, but this feature is not available on this product. Press the [SEL] key once. "AS12" is displayed, but this feature is not available on this product. Press the [SEL] key once.
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HRX-OM-R039 Chapter 5 Display and setting of various functions Press the [SEL] key once. "AS17" is displayed, but this feature is not available on this product. Press the [SEL] key once. "AS18" is displayed, but this feature is not available on this product. Press the [SEL] key once.
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HRX-OM-R039 Chapter 5 Display and setting of various functions Select temperature alarm monitoring method from the table below with [▲] key or [▼] key, and confirm by pressing “SEL”. Table 5.6-7 List of set value Initial value Set value Item Explanation (Default setting) Continuous...
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HRX-OM-R039 Chapter 5 Display and setting of various functions Sets the time when alarm monitoring starts Setting unit is 1 minute. Settings of this function and example of alarm generating timing for 5.6.3 "Setting of temperature alarm monitoring method and generation timing". Range over detection timer;...
HRX-OM-R039 Chapter 5 Display and setting of various functions 5.6.3 Setting of temperature alarm monitoring method and alarm generation timing Examples of temperature alarm monitoring method setting and alarm generation timing are shown below. When "Automatic monitoring" is selected [1] Circulating fluid temperature when starting operation: Approximately 25 [2] Circulating fluid set temperature: 15 [3] "AS.21: Temperature alarm monitoring method": Select "Automatic monitoring".
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HRX-OM-R039 Chapter 5 Display and setting of various functions When "Automatic monitoring + Monitoring start timer" is selected [1] Circulating fluid temperature when starting operation: Approximately 25 Circulating fluid set temperature : 15 [3] "AS.21: Temperature alarm monitoring method": Select "Automatic monitoring + Monitoring start timer".
HRX-OM-R039 Chapter 5 Display and setting of various functions 5.7 Data reset function 5.7.1 Data reset function Values set by customer are reset to default values. Accumulated operating time is not reset. All setting values are reset. It is recommended to record set data before reset. 5.7.2 Method of resetting data reset function The table below explains the setting items of the data reset and the initial...
HRX-OM-R039 Chapter 5 Display and setting of various functions 5.8 Accumulated time reset function 5.8.1 Accumulated time reset function The alarms below are generated to notify the maintenance time. The product is not stopped for alarm. Pump maintenance (AL28): Generated after 20,000h of accumulated operating time ...
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HRX-OM-R039 Chapter 5 Display and setting of various functions Select from the table below with [▲] key or [▼] key, and confirm by pressing “SEL”. Select , then the accumulated operating time of the pump is reset. The display returns to the main menu. Table 5.8-2 List of set value Initial value Set value...
HRX-OM-R039 Chapter 5 Display and setting of various functions 5.9 Function to recover from power failure 5.9.1 Function to recover from power failure When the power supply is cut due to power failure etc., this function restarts the operation when the power supply recovers, retaining the conditions before the power cut.
HRX-OM-R039 Chapter 5 Display and setting of various functions 5.9.2 Function to recover from power failure setting and checking The table below explains the setting items of the power recovery function and the initial values. Table 5.9-1 List of set function to recover from power failure Initial value Display Item...
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HRX-OM-R039 Chapter 5 Display and setting of various functions 5.9 Function to recover from power failure HRSE Series 5-28...
HRX-OM-R039 Chapter 6 Alarm indication and trouble shooting Chapter 6 Alarm indication and trouble shooting 6.1 Alarm Display When any alarm occurs, the product responds with the following conditions. The [ALARM] lamp will flash. The alarm buzzer sounds. ...
HRX-OM-R039 Chapter 6 Alarm indication and trouble shooting 6.2 Alarm buzzer stop The alarm buzzer sounds to notify when the alarm signal is output. How to stop the alarm buzzer. Ensure that the alarm display screen is displayed. The alarm buzzer can only be stopped on this screen. ...
HRX-OM-R039 Chapter 6 Alarm indication and trouble shooting 6.3 Troubleshooting The troubleshooting method depends which alarm has been generated. Refer to’’ Table 6-1 Alarm coce list and Troubleshooting ’’. This page explains how to reset the alarm signal condition after eliminating the cause of the alarm.
HRX-OM-R039 Chapter 6 Alarm indication and trouble shooting Table 6-1 Alarm code list and Troubleshooting Cause / Remedy Code Descriptioin Operation (Press the reset key after eliminating the cause.) High circulating fluid AL02 Stop discharge temp. - Reduce the ambient temperature or heat load. Check that the ventilation port is not closed.
HRX-OM-R039 Chapter 9 Product WarrantyControl, Inspection and Cleaning Chapter 7 Control, Inspection and Cleaning 7.1 Control of Circulating Fluid Quality Use specified circulating fluids only. If other fluids are used, they may damage the product or result in dangerous hazards. When using fresh water (tap water) ensure that it satisfies the water standard shown in the table below.
HRX-OM-R039 Chapter 8 Documents 7.2 Inspection and Cleaning Do not operate switches, etc. with wet hands and do not touch the electrical parts such as the power supply plug. It might cause electric shock. Do not splash water directly on the product and do not wash with water.
HRX-OM-R039 Chapter 9 Product WarrantyControl, Inspection and Cleaning 7.2.2 Monthly check Cleaning of air vent If the fins of the air-condenser become clogged with dust or debris, heat radiation performance reduces. This results in the reduction of cooling performance, and may stop the operation because the safety device is triggerShut off the power supply of the product when performing cleaning, maintenance or inspection.
HRX-OM-R039 Chapter 8 Documents Cleaning of filter Use a long bristled brush or air gun to clean the condenser. Fig 7.2-2 Cleaning of filter Mounting of dustproof filter Insert the collar in reverse order of removal, then mount the dustproof filter. (The magnet clicks when mounted.
HRX-OM-R039 Chapter 9 Product WarrantyControl, Inspection and Cleaning 7.3 Consumables Replace the following parts depending on their condition. Table 7-3 Consumables Part number Name Qty. Remarks HRS-S0001 Dustproof filter For spare 7.4 Stop for a Long Time If there is a concern that the product will not be operated for a long period of time or there is a risk of freezing, conduct the following operations.
HRX-OM-R039 Chapter 8 Documents Remove the tank lid. Remove the drain plug on the drain port on the piping to discharge the fluid. An O ring is used for the drain plug. Take care not to damage the O ring. Confirm that a sufficient amount of the circulating fluid has been drained from the user’s machine and piping, and apply air purge from the circulating fluid return port.
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HRX-OM-R039 Chapter 9 Product WarrantyControl, Inspection and Cleaning Fitting for the drain port (Accessory) The thermo-chiller includes the fitting for the drain port shown in Fig 7.4-3 . Discharging of the drain will be easier if customer prepares a valve. The valve has to be connected to the drain port fitting.
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HRX-OM-R039 Chapter 8 Documents 7.4 Stop for a Long Time HRSE Series...
HRX-OM-R039 Chapter 9 Product WarrantyDocuments 8.2 Outline dimensions Ventilation air inlet Ventilation air outlet Lid for tank Circulating fluid Operation Circulating fluid return port display panel outlet Handle Model no. label Drain port Power supply (with O-ring seal plug) Caster with stopper Caster Cable (3m)* Fig.
HRX-OM-R039 Chapter 9 Product WarrantyDocuments 8.6 Sample DoC. (Power supply “-23”only) Sample DoC. EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Original declaration SMC Corporation _ 4-14-1 Soto-Kanda, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 101-0021 Japan declares under our sole responsibility that the following equipment: Thermo Chiller HRSE Series ____ Serial No.: *o001 to *Z999 conforms with the following directive(s) and harmonized standards: Directive...
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HRX-OM-R039 Chapter 9 Product Warranty Chapter 9 Product Warranty 1. Period The warranty period of the product is 1 year in service or 1.5 years after the product is delivered, whichever is first. 2. Scope For any failure reported within the warranty period which is clearly our responsibility, replacement parts will be provided.
HRX-OM-R039 Chapter 9 Product Warranty 6. Request to customers Proper use and maintenance are essential to assure safe use of this product. Be sure to satisfy the following preconditions. Please note that we may refuse to carry out warranted repair if these preconditions have been disregarded.
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