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Operating Instructions Translation of the Original Operating Instructions arium mini plus | arium mini | arium mini essential ® ® ® H2O-MA-... | H2O-MM-... | H2O-MU-... Ultrapure Water System 1000025355...
About this Document 1 About this Document 1.1 Validity These instructions are part of the device. These instructions apply to the device in the following versions: Device Model name ® arium mini plus H2O-MA-UV-T | H2O-MA-T | H2O-MA-UV-T-US | H2O-MA-T-US ®...
If no qualifications are indicated for the actions described in these instructions: The actions described are addressed to the “user” target group. If individual actions must be carried out by other target groups or by Sartorius Service personnel: The qualification required will be indicated in the description of the action.
Only operate the device when it is safe and in perfect working order. Observe the maintenance intervals (intervals and maintenance tasks, see Chapter "8.2 Maintenance Schedule," page 54). Have any damage repaired immediately by Sartorius Service. Operating Instructions arium ®...
2.5.2 Working on the Electrical Equipment of the Device Any work on or modifications to the electrical equipment of the device may only be carried out by Sartorius Service personnel. The device may only be opened by Sartorius Service personnel.
Device Description 3 Device Description 3.1 Device Overview Fig. 3-1: arium® mini plus (example) Description Display with touch function Water outlet Final filter Front cover Side cover Operating Instructions arium ® mini plus | arium ® mini | arium ® mini essential...
Fig. 3-2: Electrical connections on the arium® mini plus (example) Description Explanation “USB” connection For Sartorius Service “Power” connection For connection of the AC adapter (power supply) 3.3 Water Connections Fig. 3-3: Water connections on the arium® mini plus (example)
Device Description 3.4 Tubing 3.4.1 Feed Water Tubing The feed water tubing is used to supply feed water to the device: − arium mini plus: Supply of tap water ® − arium mini essential: Supply of pretreated water ® The feed water tubing is marked “Inlet”. 3.4.2 Tank Filling Tubing The tank filling tubing serves to feed pretreated water from an external tank to the device (only arium...
Device Description 3.5 Ultrapure Water Treatment 3.5.1 System Setup Fig. 3-4: arium mini plus system setup ® Fig. 3-5: arium ® mini system setup Fig. 3-6: arium mini essential system setup ® Operating Instructions arium ® mini plus | arium ®...
Device Description Description Description Inlet (feed water) UV lamp (185/254 nm) Pump Ultrapure water cartridge (Scientific Pack) Pretreatment cartridge Conductivity measurement Conductivity measurement Product water outlet Outlet (drain water) Pump 3.5.2 Feed Water Intake The feed water intake differs according to the device type: Device type Feed water intake arium...
Device Description Ultrapure water stage (second treatment stage) In the second treatment stage, the pretreated water is purified to ultrapure water (ASTM type 1): The pretreated water stored in the bag (arium mini plus and arium ® ® mini) or directly fed pretreated water (arium mini essential) is fed into the ultrapure ®...
Operating Design 4 Operating Design 4.1 Dispensing Mode In dispensing mode, the display shows information on water quality and the level of the bag as well as buttons relevant to dispensing. 0.055 μS/cm c 21.3 °C & 0.25 Fig. 4-1: Dispensing mode arium ®...
Operating Design 4.2 Message Display The device displays three types of messages: − Error messages (errors): − Dispensing is not possible. − Details on the cause of error messages and how to troubleshoot them can be found in Chapter 9.1, page 66. −...
Operating Design 4.3 Messages in Dispensing Mode If several messages are active in dispensing mode, the message list can be called up (see Chapter “4.4 Message List,” page 19). The message list only appears if several messages are active and at least one water conductivity or temperature message cannot be displayed.
Operating Design 4.4 Message List All active messages can be viewed in the message list. The messages in the message list are sorted by priority. Error messages are on top. Within the same priority level, the messages are sorted by date and time. Messages cannot be deleted manually.
Operating Design 4.5 Menu All system settings and operation steps for the care of the device can be carried out in the menu. Dispense Care Fill bag Fig. 4-5: Menu Symbol Name Description Dispense Opens the dispensing screen. Care Opens the “Care” menu. Fill bag Opens the bag filling wizard (only on arium...
Operating Design 4.6 Navigating Menus A display with touch function is used to operate the device. If multiple menu items are available, you can scroll up and down using the touch screen to select the desired entry. NOTICE Sharp or pointed instruments (such as ballpoint pens) can damage the device! When using the touch screen with the aid of objects, the touch screen can be easily damaged.
Operating Design 4.7 Numeric Keypad The numeric keypad is used to enter a dispensing volume or to configure various system settings. > 10:11 AM Time Fig. 4-6: Numeric keypad (example: Entering the time) Symbol Name Description Name of the Displays the name of the current dialog box. dialog box Numerical value Displays the currently entered numeric value.
Measured Displays the current water values quality of the ultrapure water stage and pre-stage. Service Shows Sartorius contact information information and the next maintenance date. Displayed Changes the display units values for water quality and water temperature.
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Operating Design Menu Menu Submenu Description Reminder Displays the times for the next required consumables changes. Care Change material Bag Starts a bag change (only arium ® mini plus and arium mini). ® Pretreatment Starts a pretreatment cartridge cartridge change (only arium mini plus).
Operating Design 4.9 Parameters of the “Settings” Menu Parameters Setting values Explanation Language English Deutsch French Italian Spanish Portuguese Polish Russian Japanese Chinese Date format DD.MM.YYYY day.month.year MM/DD/YYYY Month/Day/Year YYYY-MM-DD Year-month-day, according to ISO standard (ISO)* Time format 12 h (AM/PM) 12-hour clock notation 24 h* 24-hour clock notation...
Operating Design Parameters Setting values Explanation Key beeps Enables | disables short beeps when you touch a button. Off* Alarm beep Enables | disables the sustained beep when a warning message occurs until the warning message has been confirmed. Error Enables | disables the sustained beep when an error message occurs until the error message has been confirmed.
Installation 5 Installation 5.1 Equipment Supplied Quantity arium mini arium mini ® ® arium mini ® plus essential Version as a bench system Feed water tubing: PE, 4” outer diameter, 2.40 m in length with reduction – connector a” to 4” (conversion adapter) and hose (PE, a” outer diameter, 0.05 m in length) Drain water tubing: PE, a”...
− Suitability tested (see Chapter “14.6 Feed Water Quality,” page 75) 5.3 Unpacking and Setting up the Device We recommend having the installation and initial startup of the device carried out by Sartorius Service. Please contact Sartorius Service in this regard. CAUTION Risk of electric shock due to leaking water! Water may spill when using the device.
NOTICE Equipment damage due to operation with third-party equipment! The use of third-party power supplies not authorized by Sartorius may cause damage to the device. Use only the original Sartorius power supply.
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Startup Connect the power supply to the connection labeled “Power” on the rear of the device. Fix the power supply to the housing using the supplied Velcro strip. To do this, pull the Velcro strip through the eyelet as shown in the figure. Lay the protruding power cord so that it cannot be damaged or obstruct subsequent connection of hoses.
Startup 6.2 Starting up the Device 6.2.1 Startup Overview When the system check is complete, the dialog box “Language” appears. The wizard automatically performs all startup steps. Startup takes approx. 120 minutes and cannot be canceled. All system settings (e.g. date, time, displayed values) that are made during the startup can be changed afterwards in the “Settings”...
Startup 6.2.3 Starting Startup Mode The demo mode of the device can be started by pressing the [DEMO] button. Access to demo mode is password-protected and only accessible to Sartorius employees. Procedure To start startup mode: Tap the [START] button.
Startup > Enter the time. 10:11 AM Time Confirm the selection with the [l] button. 6.2.5 Setting Displayed Values Requirements The “Displayed values” dialog box appears. Displayed values Select the measurement values which you would like to display during water dispensing Procedure >...
Startup 6.3 Inserting Pretreatment Cartridge (only arium mini plus) ® A pretreatment cartridge must be inserted in the device. The cartridge holder for the pretreatment cartridge is marked “R”. Procedure Remove the front cover. Confirm removal of the cover with the [OK] button. The dialog box “Insert cartridge”...
Startup 6.4 Inserting Ultrapure Water Cartridge An ultrapure water cartridge must be inserted in the device. The cartridge holder for the ultrapure water cartridge is marked “L”. Procedure Remove the front cover. Confirm removal of the cover with the [OK] button. The dialog box “Insert cartridge”...
Startup If an arium mini plus or arium mini is used: The dialog box “Insert bag” appears. ® ® A bag must be inserted (see Chapter 6.5, page 36). Insert bag Remove the left cover of device. Insert the empty bag as described in the manual.
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Startup NOTICE Danger of damage to the device from improper handling! The bag may be damaged if forced into the guide rails: The bag can be damaged. Use only slight pressure when inserting the bag into the guide rail. Using the handle, slide the bag into the guide rail in the upper portion of the device housing.
Startup 6.6 Connecting Tubing 6.6.1 Connecting Feed Water Tubing (only arium mini plus or arium mini) ® ® To prevent the entry of particles into the device, it is recommended to use the supplied screens. Procedure Connect the feed water tubing to the connection labeled “Inlet” on the rear of the device.
Startup 6.6.3 Connecting Drain Water Tubing (only arium mini plus or arium mini) ® ® NOTICE Bag can burst due to excess pressure! If the drain water tubing of the device is sealed off, clogged or exposed to counter- pressure, the bag may burst. Do not seal off, clog or expose the drain water tubing to counter-pressure.
Startup 6.7 Rinsing Pretreatment Cartridge (only arium mini plus) ® Procedure Open the ball cock on the tank outlet tubing. Run the tank outlet tubing to the drain for rinsing. Water can escape from the Prepare rinsing tubing during rinsing. Open the tank outlet (Bag Outlet) at the rear of the device.
Startup 6.8 Rinsing the Ultrapure Water Cartridge 6.8.1 Filling of the Bag (only arium mini plus and arium mini) ® ® Automatic Filling (arium mini plus) ® During rinsing, the device fills and rinses the ultrapure water cartridge. Air is removed from the ultrapure water circulation in the process. If the bag no longer contains a sufficient amount of water (Tank Fill Level) or empties during the rinsing process, the bag is filled automatically.
Startup 6.8.2 Performing a Rinse Cycle During rinsing, the device fills and rinses the ultrapure water cartridge. Air is removed from the ultrapure water circulation in the process. Procedure Press the dispense tube into the quick connector of the water outlet. Direct the free end of the dispense tube to the drain or into a vessel (at least 6 liters).
Startup Start the rinse cycle for the ultrapure water cartridge. To do this, tap the [START] button. Start rinsing Tap “Start” to begin the rinsing process. During the rinse cycle, the remaining rinse time is displayed in minutes. To interrupt the rinse cycle: Rinsing Tap the [x] button.
Startup 6.9 Connecting the Final Filter Requirements The “Connect filter” dialog box appears on the display. Procedure Attach the bell assembly to the final filter. Press the final filter into the quick connector of the water outlet. Confirm that the final filter has been connected with the [OK] button. The display changes to the dispensing screen.
Operation 7 Operation 7.1 Turning the Device On and Off Procedure To turn the device on: Connect the device to the power supply. The device starts up and performs a system scan. To turn the device off: Disconnect the device from the power supply. When the device is turned off during normal operation, e.g.
Operation 7.2.2 Manually Dispensing Ultrapure Water During manual dispensing, ultrapure water is dispensed until stopped manually. ® ® Only arium mini plus or arium mini: When the maximum filling level of the bag has been reached: Dispensing will end automatically. Procedure Tap the [&] symbol.
Operation Enter the desired dispensing volume in liters. Observe the guidelines for 1.00 Volume volume input. The volume entered appears. Tap the [START] button. Dispensing begins: − The volume dispensed thus far is displayed in increments of 0.05 liters (50 ml). −...
Operation ® arium mini Procedure If the bag no longer contains sufficient water: Manually fill the bag (see Chapter , page 48). Continue dispensing. 7.2.5 Ending Dispensing via Outlet Tubing Procedure Once dispensing via the outlet tubing is complete: Disconnect outlet tubing from the device (disconnecting outlet tubing, see Chapter “6.8.2 Performing a Rinse Cycle,”...
Operation ® 7.4 Manually Filling the Bag (only arium mini) If the bag filling level of the device has been reached or is no longer sufficient for the desired dispensing volume, the bag can be filled manually. Manual filling of the bag can be carried out in several ways.
Operation The dialog box “Fill bag” (Step 1) appears. Check whether the tank filling tubing is connected to the “Inlet” connection. Preparing to fill the If required: Connect the tank filling tubing. NOTICE Insufficient water quality possible due to contaminated tank filling Connect the tank filling tube (Inlet) to tubing! Check the tank filling tubing for contamination.
Operation Procedure To activate standby mode: Tap the [j] button. The display darkens. The [j] button remains visibly backlit. Dispense Care Fill bag To deactivate standby mode: Tap the [j] button. The start screen appears. When system startup is complete, the display returns to the dispensing screen.
Operation 7.7 Performing Volume Adjustment To dispense the most accurate amount of ultrapure water, the flow rate sensor of the device can be readjusted. For this purpose, a sample volume of approximately one half liter is dispensed. The actual volume of the extracted sample volume is measured and transmitted to the device.
Cleaning and Maintenance 8 Cleaning and Maintenance 8.1 Cleaning 8.1.1 Cleaning the Display Procedure To avoid uncontrolled changes to the settings of the device: Activate standby mode (see Chapter 7.5, page 50). Wipe the display gently with a soft, dry cloth. Deactivate standby mode (see Chapter 7.5, page 50).
Cleaning and Maintenance 8.2 Maintenance Schedule Depending on the volume of water dispensed, it may be necessary to change the consumables more often than specified in the maintenance schedule. If, for example, sterile water is required, the final filter must be replaced regularly. It is advisable to replace different consumables in the same maintenance step.
Cleaning and Maintenance 8.4 Displaying Reminders Reminders to replace certain consumables are automatically displayed as warning messages (see Chapter 9.2, page 68). Pending consumables replacements can be viewed at a glance. All reminders are automatically updated after the consumable has been replaced. Procedure Tap the menu item [ Reminder ] in the “Care”...
Cleaning and Maintenance 8.5.2 Replacing Bag (only arium mini plus or arium mini) ® ® Draining the Bag Requirements − In the “Change material” menu, the menu item [ Bag ] is activated. − The “Empty bag” dialog box appears. Drain the bag Open the tank outlet (Bag Outlet) at the Procedure...
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Cleaning and Maintenance Inserting New Bag Procedure NOTICE Danger of damage to the device from improper handling! The bag may be damaged if forced into the guide rails: The bag can be damaged. Use only slight pressure when inserting the bag into the guide rail. Using the handle, slide the bag into the guide rail in the upper portion of the device housing.
Cleaning and Maintenance 8.5.3 Replacing Pretreatment Cartridge (only arium mini plus) ® To replace pretreatment cartridges, the final filter must be removed and the device depressurized. The pretreatment cartridge is marked with an “R”. Requirements − In the “Change material” menu, the menu item [ Pretreatment cartridge ] is activated.
Cleaning and Maintenance 8.5.4 Replacing Ultrapure Water Cartridge To replace the ultrapure water cartridge, the final filter must be removed and the device depressurized. The ultrapure water cartridge is marked with an “L”. Requirements − In the “Change consumable” menu, the menu item [Ultrapure water cartridge] is activated.
Cleaning and Maintenance 8.5.5 Replacing the UV Lamp The device can be equipped with a UV lamp. When replacing the UV lamp: A suitable UV lamp must be used (suitability, see Chapter “15 Consumables,” page 77). The UV lamp is installed under the right-side cartridge holder (pretreatment cartridge).
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Cleaning and Maintenance Disconnect the black connector from the old UV lamp. Unscrew the black plastic cover of the UV lamp housing. If required: Use a suitable tool to help you do this. Remove the black plastic cover of the UV lamp housing. Carefully pull the old UV lamp out of the lamp housing, package it and safely dispose of it (see Chapter “13 Disposal,”...
Cleaning and Maintenance 8.5.6 Changing Final Filter Remove final filter Requirements − If the menu items [Final filter] or [Ultrafilter] are activated in the “Replace consumable” menu: The dialog box “Remove filter” appears. Remove the filter − If the menu items [pretreatment cartridge], [ultrapure water cartridge] or Remove the final filter.
Cleaning and Maintenance 8.6 Enabling, Disabling or Configuring Reminders for Replacing Final Filters If sterile or endotoxin-free water is constantly required, the final filter must be replaced regularly. The device can provide a reminder about a pending final filter replacement. Procedure Tap the menu item [Final filter reminder] in the “Care”...
Cleaning and Maintenance That dialog box “Start depressurization” appears. Tap the [START] button. Start depressurization Tap “Start” to begin depressurization. The dialog box “Depressurization” appears. The device depressurizes. The process takes about half a minute. Depressurization To cancel the depressurization process before it is finished, e.g. if a sufficiently 00:20 min large vessel is unavailable: Tap the [x] button.
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Cleaning and Maintenance arium mini plus product water quality: ® If the bag no longer contains a sufficient amount of water or empties during Fill bag the rinsing process, the bag is filled automatically. When filling is complete, the dialog box “Preparing to rinse” appears: Start the rinsing process again.
Reconnect the device to the AC power. If the error persists: Contact Sartorius Service. Error 0140 The UV lamp is not The UV lamp is Check whether the black plug of the 8.5.5, page 60 not recognized.
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Using the tank outlet tubing connected to 7.2.6, page 48 defective. “Bag Outlet”, let about 4 liters of pure water out of the bag and check the level change. If the error persists: Contact Sartorius Service. Error The conductivity There is air in the Initiate venting.
The pretreatment Replace the pretreatment cartridge. 8.5.3, page 58 cartridge has been If the error persists: used up. Contact Sartorius Service. The conductivity of The conductivity There is air in the Perform venting. 8.8, page 64 the ultrapure water...
− Vent the final filter. 8.5.3, page 58 − If the error persists: Replace the final filter. If the final filter has been removed and no water can be dispensed: Contact Sartorius Service. Operating Instructions arium ® mini plus | arium ®...
(see Chapter “14.2 Ambient Conditions,” page 73). 10.2 Returning Device and Parts You can send defective devices or parts back to Sartorius. Returned devices must be clean, decontaminated and properly packed. Transport damage as well as measures for subsequent cleaning and disinfection of the device or parts by Sartorius shall be charged to sender.
WARNING Risk of injury due to contaminated equipment! Devices contaminated with hazardous materials (NBC contamination) will not be accepted by Sartorius for repair or disposal. Operating Instructions arium ® mini plus | arium ®...
Deliver the UV lamp to an approved disposal center for hazardous substances. Dispose of the device. Follow the disposal instructions on our website (www. sartorius.com). Inform the disposal facility that batteries are installed in the device. Dispose of the packaging in accordance with local government regulations.
Country-specific, 3-pin, two-sided plug DIN EN/IEC 60320-1/C14 Connector according to DIN EN/IEC 60320-1/C14 3-pin Other data See power supply label Device Power supply Only via Sartorius power supply 1000018304 Input supply voltage +24 (±10%) Current consumption, max. 14.2 Ambient Conditions Unit Value Environment...
Technical Specifications 14.3 Safety of Electrical Equipment Unit Value Safety requirements according to DIN EN/IEC 61010-1 Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement, control and laboratory use - Part 1: General requirements 14.4 Electromagnetic Compatibility Unit Value EMC requirements according to DIN EN 61326-1 Electrical equipment for measurement, control and laboratory use –...
Technical Specifications 14.5.2 arium mini and arium mini essential ® ® Unit Value Water type Ultrapure water ASTM Type 1 Water dispensing flow rate l/min < 1.0 Volume-controlled dispensing Between 0.05 and 5 (in 50-ml increments) Typical conductivity μS/cm 0.055 (compensated to 25 °C Typical resistance 18.2 (compensated to 25 °C MO ×...
Technical Specifications 14.6.2 arium mini ® Unit Value Suitability / type Purified water using reverse osmosis, distillation or deionization Inlet pressure Depressurized Temperature °C 2 to 30 Specific conductivity μS/cm < 100 (compensated to 25 °C) < 50 Turbidity < 1 pH value 4 to 10 14.6.3 arium...
16 Sartorius Service The Sartorius Service is at your disposal for queries regarding the device. For information about the service addresses, services provided or to contact a local representative, please visit the Sartorius website (www.sartorius.com).
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Operating Instructions arium ® mini plus | arium ® mini | arium ® mini essential...
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Master Contract: 167555 Project: 70055155 Date Issued: 2016-01-15 Issued to: Sartorius Lab Instruments GmbH & Co. KG 94-108 Weender Landstrasse Goettingen, 37075 GERMANY The products listed below are eligible to bear the CSA Mark shown with adjacent indicators 'C' and 'US' for Canada and US or with adjacent indicator 'US' for US only or without either indicator for Canada only.
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Project: 70055155 Date Issued: 2016-01-15 Rating: 24 Vdc; 3,0 A (max.). For use with the power supply: FSP, Model FSP150-AAAN2 (Sartorius model 1000018304): Input: 100-240Vac, 50-60Hz, 2A, Output: 24Vdc, 6.25A. Notes: 1. The above model has been evaluated for use in a Pollution Degree 2, Installation Category II.
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Sartorius Lab Instruments GmbH & Co. KG Otto-Brenner-Strasse 20 37079 Goettingen, Germany Phone: +49.551.308.0 Fax: +49.551.308.3289 www.sartorius.com The information and figures contained in these instructions correspond to the version date specified below. Sartorius reserves the right to make changes to the technology, features, specifications and design of the equipment without notice.
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