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Summary of Contents for Planer Integra 750Plus
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Page 1: Instructions For Use
® Instructions for use Integra 750Plus MA008797 13.0.2651... -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Unpacking the equipment ..................16 Installing the freezer ....................17 Installing a Dura-Lo or Dura-Tech Cylinder ......................... 18 Installing a Planer Pump and Dewar ................18 2.5.1 Attaching the delivery tube ..................19 2.5.2 Putting liquid nitrogen into the dewar ..............19 2.5.3... -
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents 3.4.2 Cleaning the Integra 750Plus freezer ..............29 3.4.3 Calibrating the system ................... 30 3.4.4 Changing fuses ....................... 31 3.4.5 Disposal ........................31 Troubleshooting Integra 750Plus freezer ....................34 LNP4 liquid nitrogen pump ..................35 Dewar ..........................36 Additional information Integra 750Plus specifications .................. -
Page 5: Introduction To The Integra 750Plus
Introduction to the Integra 750Plus... -
Page 6: Notices
Hard copies and backup copies should be routinely kept. All equipment supplied by Planer Limited is subject to a Warranty Agreement and Limited Liability. In addition, software products are not sold but are licensed for use and are subject to a Licence Agreement. -
Page 7: Symbols Used On The Freezer
Introduction to the Integra 750Plus This indicates first-aid advice. 1.2.2 Symbols used on the freezer Warning: consult the manual and the accompanying documentation. Mains supply ON Mains supply OFF Alternating current RUN key STOP key HEAT manual override COOL manual override Caution —... - Page 8 Use tongs or wear cryogloves when handling cold or hot objects. Cryogloves are available as an accessory from Planer. When running a program, the chamber and contents may get cold enough to cause frostbite or hot enough to cause burns.
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Page 9: Emc Precautions
The AUX socket on the Controller is to be used only for calibration by qualified service personnel. It must not be connected to any other equipment. · The Sample PRT socket inside the chamber is only to be used with a Planer Sample PRT. ·... -
Page 10: About This Manual
Introduction to the Integra 750Plus About this Manual Welcome to Integra 750Plus, a system that provides precision cooling and heating of biological specimens. This manual is aimed at Integra users; that is, people who are responsible for operating or installing the Integra system. -
Page 11: The Integra 750Plus Freezer
1.6.1 The Integra 750Plus freezer The Integra 750Plus freezer has many important design features: Precision temperature control - Accurate linear cooling and heating is achieved by the controlled injection of atomised liquid nitrogen into the chamber and the pulsing of a heater. -
Page 12: Liquid Nitrogen Delivery System
Alternatively, a Planer 5psi dewar and pump can be used. The dewar contains the store of liquid nitrogen, and the pump is inserted into the neck of the dewar. The pump operates by energising a heater element immersed in the liquid nitrogen;... -
Page 13: Personal Computer (Pc)
Introduction to the Integra 750Plus Figure 1.2 Dewar and pump Although it is normal to use a Dura-Lo/Dura-Tech cylinder or Planer dewar, any liquid- nitrogen supply that has a source pressure between 5 and 22psi may be connected directly to the freezer. -
Page 14: Printer
Introduction to the Integra 750Plus Any program you run from the PC can be stored in the freezer's memory (overwriting any previously stored program) if the Mak e Permanent option is selected.. This enables you to rerun the program directly from the freezer, without having the PC connected. -
Page 15: Installing The Integra 750Plus
Installing the Integra 750Plus... -
Page 16: Preparation
If using a front-loading freezer, make sure that there will be sufficient room behind it for you to access the rear panel. Power sockets are required for the freezer, pump (if using a Planer dewar and pump), chart recorder and PC (if using DeltaT). Ensure that sufficient power sockets are nearby. -
Page 17: Installing The Freezer
Installing the Integra 750Plus 3. Continue to lift the door until it is just beyond the vertical position, where it will remain. Do not force or slam the door back on its hinge or allow the door to fall back to the closed position, as personal injury or damage may occur. -
Page 18: Installing A Dura-Lo Or Dura-Tech Cylinder
2. Wear gloves and goggles, then open the liquid-nitrogen tap slowly whilst checking for leaks. Rectify as necessary. Installing a Planer Pump and Dewar Use the following procedures if your system uses a low-pressure Planer pump and dewar. If required, refer to Figure 1.2... -
Page 19: Attaching The Delivery Tube
3. Fit the adaptor to the free end of the freezer's liquid-nitrogen delivery pipe and connect it to the Planer pump, making sure that the fibre sealing washer is undamaged and correctly positioned. Tighten the gland nut securely. -
Page 20: Freezer Lifting Instructions
Installing the Integra 750Plus 3. Open the red pressure-release valve on the pump. 4. Slowly insert the pump into the neck of the dewar, being careful to avoid the liquid nitrogen splashing. It is normal for nitrogen gas to issue from the pressure-release valve immediately. - Page 21 Installing the Integra 750Plus To rotate a top-loading freezer so that the door is at the front 1. Place protective material on the bench where the front panel will be resting. 2. Each person should have one hand underneath the freezer at the rear, near the foot, and the other hand on the front panel at the front of the freezer.
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Page 23: Operating The Integra 750Plus
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Page 24: Maintaining A Planer Dewar
Operating the Integra 750Plus Operating the Integra 750Plus This chapter describes how to operate and maintain the equipment on a day-to-day basis. Maintaining a Planer dewar Before you start a freezing program, you must ensure that there is sufficient liquid nitrogen to complete the program. -
Page 25: Removing The Pump
10. When the pump has attained ambient temperature, dry any condensation with absorbent tissue. If the pump is not dry when you put it back into the dewar (see Chapter 2: Installing the Integra 750Plus System ), the filter may become blocked with frozen water. -
Page 26: The Procedure To Follow
2. If you are using a Dura-Tech or Dura-Lo cylinder, make sure that the liquid-nitrogen supply tap is open. 3. If you are using a newly-filled Planer dewar and pump, switch on the pump power supply, then wait for the orange light to switch off; this indicates that the correct pressure has been attained. -
Page 27: Stopping A Run
However, if the equipment is to remain unused for longer than a working day, also turn off the liquid-nitrogen tap, or in the case of a Planer dewar, depressurise the dewar by opening the red pressure-release valve. -
Page 28: Alarms
Operating the Integra 750Plus 2. If the solenoid valve has stopped for more than five minutes, estimate the temperature of the samples by: Estimating the amount of time that the program has been running for. Reading the temperature off from the DeltaT window. -
Page 29: Routine Maintenance
The earth continuity of the mains installation must be regularly inspected by the person responsible for the safety of the installation. 3.4.2 Cleaning the Integra 750Plus freezer 1. Clean surface dirt with a cloth containing water and detergent. 2. Then clean all surfaces with 70% IPA (alcohol). -
Page 30: Calibrating The System
1. Disconnect the freezer from its mains wall socket. 2. If using a Dura-Tech or Dura-Lo cylinder, turn off the liquid-nitrogen tap. Otherwise, if using a Planer dewar, depressurise the dewar. 3. Open the door and pull the sample PRT out of its socket. -
Page 31: Changing Fuses
Spare Parts for details of fuse ratings, etc. If the freezer needs to be lifted and/or rotated to gain access, refer to the Lifting Instructions in Chapter 2: Installing the Integra 750Plus System 3.4.5 Disposal · Do not dispose of with general waste. -
Page 33: Troubleshooting
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Page 34: Integra 750Plus Freezer
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Integra 750Plus freezer Fan not running, RUN lamp fails to light when RUN pressed · Faulty mains supply. Remedy: check that the supply cable is properly connected and that the external fuse (if any) is intact. Also check the wall socket. -
Page 35: Lnp4 Liquid Nitrogen Pump
Troubleshooting Remedy: close door and turn handle fully clockwise. · If no manual cooling or heating - faulty door interlock switch. Remedy: refer to Service Engineer. No manual cooling after pressing STOP (RUN lamp off), but solenoid valve clicks. · No liquid-nitrogen supply due to low level, low pressure, supply valve off or blocked or leaking delivery hose. -
Page 36: Dewar
Troubleshooting · Transformer fault. Remedy: refer to Service Engineer. · Relay fault. Remedy: refer to Service Engineer. Dewar Dewar loses pressure · Dewar overfilled Remedy: depressurise, check there is sufficient space at the top of the dewar, then repressurise as described in Chapter 2 ·... -
Page 37: Additional Information
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Page 38: Integra 750Plus Specifications
Additional information Additional information Integra 750Plus specifications 5.1.1 Integra 750Plus freezer Note These specifications are subject to change without notice. Dimensions Front loading Top loading External Internal External Internal Height 55 cm 26 cm 48 cm 25 cm Width 79 cm... -
Page 39: Aux Connector
Operating 5 ºC to +40 ºC. temperature Operating humidity Less than 90% Vibration Designed to survive normal shipment when packed in the Planer supplied container. Not designed to endure significant vibration when being operated. Sound pressure < 70 dB(A) level 5.1.2... -
Page 40: Eu Declaration Of Conformity
Ordering spares When ordering spares, always quote the model number, the serial number, the part number and the part description. Always use qualified parts from Planer Limited, except where parts are clearly marked with the original manufacturer's description and are... -
Page 41: Integra 750Plus Fuses
Additional information 5.2.2 Integra 750Plus fuses For 230V AC operation Part number Description Ident. FL 010498 F 5A L 20x5mm, glass, F1, F2 250 V FL 011977 F 1A L 20x5mm, glass, 250 V FL 010496 F 2A L 20x5mm, glass,... -
Page 43: Index
Index - A - - I - alarm Indications for use fitting information reviewing alarms installation - C - CryoCyl low pressure cylnder installing calibration pump and dewar manual configuring - K - system connecting delivery hose keys connection alarm - L - controller keys... - Page 44 Index - R - removing pump samples report system reset reviewing information print last print old starting - S - safety samples loading removing screen smaltimento specification controller system starting switching off symbols equipment system configuring installation print report specification switching off - U - unexpected...
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