Page 1 Thermo Scientific ThermoFlex Recirculating Chillers (Basic Controller) Thermo Scientific Manual P/N U00933 Rev. 07/18/2014 Installation Operation Basic Maintenance Visit our Web site at: http://www.thermoscientific.com/tc Product Service Information, Applications Notes, MSDS Forms, e-mail. Voice Info: (800) 258-0830...
Page 3 Thermo Scientific ThermoFlex Recirculating Chillers (Basic Controller) Thermo Scientific Manual P/N U00933 Rev. 07/18/2014 Installation Operation Basic Maintenance Visit our Web site at: http://www.thermoscientific.com/tc Product Service Information, Applications Notes, MSDS Forms, e-mail. Voice Info: (800) 258-0830 Label 1 Label 2...
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Facility Water Requirements (water-cooled chillers) ........3-17 Priming ......................3-18 Initial Filling .....................3-18 Fluid Top Off ....................3-20 Section 4 Operation ......................Basic Controller ....................4-1 Setup ........................4-2 Start Up .......................4-2 Controller Loops ....................4-4 Setpoint Loop .....................4-5 Setup Loop ......................4-6 Shut Down ......................4-12 ThermoFlex Thermo Scientific...
Page 6 Additional Information Draining .......................8-1 Wetted Materials ....................8-3 Internal Process Fluid Temperature Sensor (rdt1) Calibration ....8-4 Process Fluid Pressure (P 1) Transducer Calibration ........8-6 Optional Process Fluid Flow (FLo) Transducer Calibration ...... 8-8 Clearing SEr1 Message ..................8-10 Decommissioning/Disposal ................8-11 Shipment/Storage ....................8-11 Appendix A Country Specific 230 VAC, 50 Hz, 1 Ø Requirements Appendix B Voltage Configuration Instructions Appendix C Analog I/0 and Remote Sensor Appendix D Serial Communications Declaration of Conformity WARRANTY ThermoFlex Thermo Scientific...
Page 19: Preface
Thermo Fisher Scientific has contracted with one or more recycling/ disposal companies in each EU Member State, dispose of or recycle this product through them. Further information on Thermo Fisher Scientific’s compliance with these Directives is available at: www.thermoscientific.com/WEEERoHS ThermoFlex Thermo Scientific...
Page 20: After-Sale Support
Be sure to include the manual part number and the revision date listed on the front cover. Warranty Thermo Scientific ThermoFlex chillers have a warranty against defective (excluding MD 1/MD 2 Magnetic parts and workmanship for 24 months Drive and P 1/P 2 Positive Displacement pumps which are warranted ...
Page 21: Safety
Use of automotive antifreeze will void the manufacturer’s warranty.  To prevent freezing/glazing of the plate exchanger, ThermoFlex7500 through ThermoFlex24000 chillers require the use of 50/50 EG/ water or 50/50 PG/water below 10°C process temperature.  ThermoFlex Thermo Scientific...
Page 22  Never operate the chiller with panels removed.  Never operate equipment with damaged power cords.  Refer service and repairs to a qualified technician.  1-2 ThermoFlex Thermo Scientific...
Page 23: General Information
General Information Section 2 Description The Thermo Scientific ThermoFlex recirculating chillers are designed to provide a continuous supply of fluid at a constant temperature and flow rate. The chiller consists of an air-cooled or water-cooled refrigeration system, heat exchanger, recirculating pump, polyethylene reservoir and a microprocessor controller.
Page 24 • Additional dimensions are at the end of this section, add 1/8" (3 cm) to height for SEMI. • Add 30 pounds (14 kilograms) for global voltage chillers. • Thermo Fisher Scientific reserves the right to change specifications without notice. ThermoFlex Thermo Scientific...
Page 25 • Add 30 pounds (14 kilograms) for global voltage chillers with a P 2 pump. Add 10 pounds (4.5 kilograms) for chillers with a P 3 or P 5 pump. • Thermo Fisher Scientific reserves the right to change specifications without notice. ThermoFlex Thermo Scientific...
Page 26 25°C ambient condition, at nominal operating voltage. Other fluids, fluid temperatures, ambient temperatures, altitude or operating voltages will affect performance. See Section 3. • Additional dimensions are at the end of this section. • Thermo Fisher Scientific reserves the right to change specifications without notice. ThermoFlex Thermo Scientific...
Page 27 25°C ambient condition, at nominal operating voltage, on chillers with P 2 pumps with no back pressure. Other fluids, fluid temperatures, ambient temperatures, altitude, operating voltages or pumps will affect performance. See Section 3. • Thermo Fisher Scientific reserves the right to change specifications without notice. ThermoFlex Thermo Scientific...
Page 28 See Section 3. • Chillers require the use of 50/50 EG/water or 50/50 PG/water below 10°C process temperature to prevent freezing/glazing of the plate exchanger. • Thermo Fisher Scientific reserves the right to change specifications without notice. ThermoFlex Thermo Scientific...
Page 29 • Specifications obtained at sea level using water as the recirculating fluid, at a 20°C process setpoint, 25°C ambient condition, at nominal operating voltage. Other fluids, fluid temperatures, ambient temperatures, altitude or operating voltages will affect performance. See Section 3. • Thermo Fisher Scientific reserves the right to change specifications without notice. ThermoFlex Thermo Scientific...
Page 30 • Specifications obtained at sea level using water as the recirculating fluid, at a 20°C process setpoint, 25°C ambient condition, at nominal operating voltage. Other fluids, fluid temperatures, ambient temperatures, altitude or operating voltages will affect performance. See Section 3. • Thermo Fisher Scientific reserves the right to change specifications without notice. ThermoFlex Thermo Scientific...
Page 31 • Specifications obtained at sea level using water as the recirculating fluid, at a 20°C process setpoint, 25°C ambient condition, at nominal operating voltage. Other fluids, fluid temperatures, ambient temperatures, altitude or operating voltages will affect performance. See Section 3. • Thermo Fisher Scientific reserves the right to change specifications without notice. ThermoFlex Thermo Scientific...
Page 32 69.2 Front View * Add 1/8" (3 mm) for SEMI chillers, see Section 5. " " 31.0 Side View " " 47.0 " 62.8 • Thermo Fisher Scientific reserves the right to change specifications without notice. 2-10 ThermoFlex Thermo Scientific...
Page 33 20" 50.8 " 43.7 Shipping crate dimensions (approximate): 21” (53 cm) wide " 35” (89 cm) tall Top View 36.0 40” (102 cm) deep • Thermo Fisher Scientific reserves the right to change specifications without notice. ThermoFlex 2-11 Thermo Scientific...
Page 34 73.6 Front View * Add 1/8" (3 mm) for SEMI chillers, see Section 5. " 38.4 1" Side View " " 51.0 " 68.0 • Thermo Fisher Scientific reserves the right to change specifications without notice. 2-12 ThermoFlex Thermo Scientific...
Page 35 22" 55.9 " 48.8 Top View " Shipping crate dimensions (approximate): 43.6 23” (58 cm) wide 36” (91 cm) tall 40” (102 cm) deep • Thermo Fisher Scientific reserves the right to change specifications without notice. ThermoFlex 2-13 Thermo Scientific...
Page 36 Front View "* 98.7 * Add 1/8" (3 mm) for SEMI chillers, see Section 5. 1" " 43.7 Side View " " • Thermo Fisher Scientific reserves the 62.2 right to change specifications without " notice. 78.0 2-14 ThermoFlex Thermo Scientific...
Page 37 (P3, P4 pumps only) Top View " 48.8 ~ Shipping crate dimensions 26" (66 cm) wide 48" (122 cm) tall 47" (119 cm) deep • Thermo Fisher Scientific reserves the right to change specifications without notice. ThermoFlex 2-15 Thermo Scientific...
Page 38 Top View " Water-cooled shipping crate 63.9 dimensions (approximate): 35 3/4” (91 cm) wide 55 1/2” (141 cm) tall 46 3/8” (118 cm) deep • Thermo Fisher Scientific reserves the right to change specifications without notice. 2-16 ThermoFlex Thermo Scientific...
Page 39 "(3) a Riton connector DRAIN Rear View (Water-Cooled) T 5 Flow Control - see above. Facility water connections Cast Bronze " 3/4" FNPT 116.4 "(2) " 27" 74.7 68.5 " 42.5 " 21.6 " " 55.3 ThermoFlex 2-17 Thermo Scientific...
Page 40 Front View For ThermoFlex24000 Air-Cooled Chillers " " 124.4 148.9 6" " 15.2 88.0 " 118.1 " 78.6 Side View • Thermo Fisher Scientific reserves the right to change " " " specifications without notice. 15.4 42.7 2-18 ThermoFlex Thermo Scientific...
Page 41 " 20.5 Top View Shipping crate dimensions (approximate): " 62" (157 cm) wide 65.7 78" (198 cm) tall 48" (122 cm) deep • Thermo Fisher Scientific reserves the right to change " specifications without notice. 14.2 ThermoFlex 2-19 Thermo Scientific...
Page 42 Section 2 2-20 ThermoFlex Thermo Scientific...
Page 43: Installation
IP 20 *Because of the decrease in air density, maximum temperature for the air entering an air-cooled ThermoFlex is reduced by 1°C per 1,000 feet above sea level. In addition, cooling capacity is reduced 1.2% per 1,000 feet above sea level.
Page 44 Process Setpoint Temperature: Below 30°C (86°F) Ambient: Below 40°C (104°F) Before operating the chiller in conditions outside any of those listed on this page please contact Thermo Fisher Scientific's Sales, Service and Customer Support to review your installation. Figure 3-1 Minimum Clearance ThermoFlex Thermo Scientific...
Page 45: Electrical Requirements
The chiller is intended for use on a dedicated outlet. The ThermoFlex has an internal circuit protection that is equivalent (approximately) to the branch circuit rating. This is to protect the ThermoFlex, and is not intended as a substitute for branch circuit protection.
Page 46 400 VAC T 5 Pump 50 Hz 3Ø IEC309 MCA = Minimum Current Ampacity MOPD = Maximum Overcurrent Protective Device Continued on next page. Values reflect those on the nameplate located on the rear of the chiller. ThermoFlex Thermo Scientific...
Page 47 * United States and Japan only. All other plugs are country specific. For installation information on variable voltage chillers refer to Appendix B. Refer to the nameplate label located on the rear of the chiller for specific electrical requirements. ThermoFlex Thermo Scientific...
Page 48 Hard wire 460 VAC P 3 Pump 60 Hz 3Ø Hard wire 460 VAC P 5 Pump 60 Hz 3Ø 11.9 Hard wire 460 VAC T 5 Pump 60 Hz 3Ø Hard wire Continued on next page. ThermoFlex Thermo Scientific...
Page 49 Refer to the nameplate label located on the rear of the chiller for specific electrical requirements. MCA = Minimum Current Ampacity MOPD = Maximum Overcurrent Protective Device Values reflect those on the nameplate located on the rear of the chiller . ThermoFlex Thermo Scientific...
Page 50: Hard Wire Installation
Secure the cable's ground wire to the ground stud. • Reinstall the cover. Figure 3-3 Sample Label For ThermoFlex15000, 20000 and 24000 chillers • Remove the five screws securing the electrical panel to the chiller. • Refer to the label in the electrical box to configure your chiller, see Figure 3-3. • Secure the cable's ground wire to the ground stud. • Reinstall the panel.. ThermoFlex Thermo Scientific...
Page 51: Plumbing Requirements
An external pressure relief valve is available, see Section 5.  Note Ensure your plumbing installation develops a back pressure to the ThermoFlex greater than 3 PSIG. Lower pressure will shut down the chiller.  The process fluid connections are located on the rear of the chiller and are...
Page 52 If diameter reductions are required, Connections (2 of 2) make them at the inlet and outlet of your application, not at the ThermoFlex. Water-cooled Chillers only The facility water plumbing connections are also located on the rear and are labeled FACILITY INLET and FACILITY OUTLET.
Page 53: Process Fluid Requirements
Do not use a Deionization (DI) filter cartridge with Inhibited EG CAUTION or Inhibited PG. A DI filter will remove inhibitors from the solution rendering the fluid ineffective against corrosion protection. Also, inhibitors increase fluid conductivity.  ThermoFlex 3-11 Thermo Scientific...
Page 54: Compatibility With Approved Fluids
Biocides are corrosive and can cause irreversible eye damage and skin WARNING burns. They are harmful if inhaled, swallowed or absorbed through the skin. Refer to the manufacturer's most current MSDS.  3-12 ThermoFlex Thermo Scientific...
Page 55 Inhibited Propylene Glycol/Water Inhibited propylene glycol has the same properties as uninhibited propylene glycol and the same concerns as inhibited ethylene glycol. ThermoFlex 3-13 Thermo Scientific...
Page 56: Additional Fluid Information
Section 3 Additional Fluid When using the ThermoFlex chiller to circulate through aluminum, use a compatible corrosion inhibitor to prevent galvanic corrosion. Information Fluid viscosity should be 50 cSt or less at the lowest temperature used. Visible pump weepage may occur when compatible glycols, oils or other additives are used.
Page 57 Potassium <20 <0.3 Silicate <25 <1.0 Sodium <20 <0.3 Sulfate <250 <50 Hardness <17 <0.05 Total Dissolved Solids <50 <10 Note A corrosion inhibitor is recommended if mixed metals are in the facility water loop.  ThermoFlex 3-15 Thermo Scientific...
Page 58: Facility Water Requirements (Water-Cooled Chillers)
C - Where B crosses the PSID curve, go across to determine the minimum required PSID. Facility Flow - GPM ThermoFlex2500 Example: See above. °C PSID Facility Flow - GPM Example: See above. ThermoFlex3500/5000 °C PSID Facility Flow - GPM 3-16 ThermoFlex Thermo Scientific...
Page 59 A - go across to temperature curve B - go down or up to determine the minimum required facility flow. C - Where B crosses the PSID curve, go across to determine the minimum required PSID. ThermoFlex 3-17 Thermo Scientific...
Page 60: Priming
Since the reservoir capacity may be small compared to your application and air may need to be purged from the lines, have extra cooling fluid on hand to keep the system topped off when external circulation is started. 3-18 ThermoFlex Thermo Scientific...
Page 61 Figure 3-7 Reservoir Sight Tube & Ball Before replacing the reservoir cap ensure the reservoir sight tube CAUTION ball stopper is securely in place, see next page.  Replace the reservoir cap by screwing it clockwise. Cap should be hand tight. ThermoFlex 3-19 Thermo Scientific...
Page 62: Fluid Top Off
 Before replacing the reservoir cap ensure the reservoir sight tube ball CAUTION stopper is securely in place.  Reservoir Ball Stopper Figure 3-8 Reservoir Ball Stopper 3-20 ThermoFlex Thermo Scientific...
Page 63: Operation
This key is also used to navigate through controller displays. mode The up arrow key is used to navigate through the controller displays and to increase adjustable values. The down arrow key is used to navigate through the controller displays and to decrease adjustable values. ThermoFlex Thermo Scientific...
Page 64: Setup
Auto restart is enabled using the Setup Loop, see Setup Loop in this Section.  Note After initial start up, check your plumbing for leaks.  ThermoFlex Thermo Scientific...
Page 65 P 1 - Pump discharge pressure in PSI, bar or kPa*. FLo - Flow rate in liters or gallons per minute* (optional feature). * See Setup Loop in this Section to change displayed scales. Figure 4-2 Main Loop ThermoFlex Thermo Scientific...
Page 66: Controller Loops
Note The loops can be accessed and changed without the chiller running as long as the circuit protector (ThermoFlex900-10000s) is in the on ( I ) position.  mode mode mode mode SEtuP Figure 4-4 Controller Loops (Chiller not running) ThermoFlex Thermo Scientific...
Page 67: Setpoint Loop
• The controller will return to the process fluid temperature display or a blank screen. xx.x C indicates the controller mode display is alternating between the two displays. enter xx.x C enter Figure 4-5 Setpoint Loop ThermoFlex Thermo Scientific...
Page 68: Setup Loop
Hi t display, see next page. To change any parameter:  Press the key.  Use the keys to change a displayed value.  Press key to confirm the change and bring up the next display. ThermoFlex Thermo Scientific...
Page 69 P 3 - P 5, T 5 Range: 0 to 60 seconds Default: 0 seconds Exceeding this limit flashes Hi P1 and, if enabled, sounds the alarm. The chiller reaction depends on the alarm configuration (see ALr on next page). ThermoFlex Thermo Scientific...
Page 70  Sound Sound enter enter Range: Auto or Hi Default: Auto • Sound is used to enable/disable the audible alarm. Range: on or oFF Default: on StArt Continued on next page. Figure 4-6 Setup Loop (All Chillers) ThermoFlex Thermo Scientific...
Page 71 Figure 4-6 Setup Loop (All Chillers) to save all changes or press to not save all changes. The display will return either the process fluid temperature or, if the chiller was off when you entered the loop, a blank screen. ThermoFlex Thermo Scientific...
Page 72 Exceeding a high limit flashes HiFLO and, if enabled, sounds the alarm. The chiller's reaction depends on the alarm (ALr) setting. Note This feature is not enabled until the value is changed to something other than 0.0.  4-10 ThermoFlex Thermo Scientific...
Page 73 When the display indicates StorE press to save all changes or press to not save all changes. The display will return either the process fluid temperature or, if the chiller was off when you entered the loop, a blank screen. ThermoFlex 4-11 Thermo Scientific...
Page 74: Shut Down
Always turn the chiller off and disconnect it from its supply voltage CAUTION before moving.  For ThermoFlex900 - 10000s, the circuit protector located on the rear CAUTION is not intended to act as a disconnecting means.  4-12 ThermoFlex Thermo Scientific...
Page 75: Auto Refill
Setting the fill time to 0 disables auto refill. If a low level condition occurs the chiller will: If Indc is selected, continue to run and the controller displays Add. • If FLt is selected, shut down and the controller displays LLF. • ThermoFlex Thermo Scientific...
Page 76: Internal Di Cartridge
0.5 gpm to the main flow. The additional flow will cause an increase in system pressure which may cause a high fluid pressure fault.  ThermoFlex Thermo Scientific...
Page 77 If fluid is present, slightly tighten the nut and reinspect. Note Should the chiller start to vibrate the valve setting may be the cause. Changing the pressure setting ± 5 psi (0.3 bar) will eliminate the vibration.  ThermoFlex Thermo Scientific...
Page 78 CAUTION Do not exceed 100 psi (6.9 bar).  When complete, inspect the area around the " packing nut for fluid leaks. If fluid is present, slightly tighten the nut and reinspect. ThermoFlex Thermo Scientific...
Page 79: Flow Control With Flow Readout
Process you to also monitor the flow rate to your Inlet application using the controller's FLo display, see previous page. Figure 5-10 Pressure Relief The valve's outlet connection is ½" FNPT. See Figure 5-10. ThermoFlex Thermo Scientific...
Page 80: T 5 Pump Flow Control
In the analog I/O mode, the chiller starts when the error is cleared. Chiller Circuit Breaker Interrupt Rating The main power circuit breaker located on the rear of the chiller has an Interrupting Capacity (AIC) of 10,000 amps. ThermoFlex Thermo Scientific...
Page 81 7500/10000 " 8.8 cm 4" 10.1 cm " 11.3 cm " 10.8 cm " 7.0 cm " 6.8 cm " 7.1 cm " 6.6 cm " 17.7 cm " 16.7 cm " 24.3 cm " 19.5 cm ThermoFlex Thermo Scientific...
Page 82 24 ½" 62.2 cm 17" 43.1 cm C* 19 " 50.0 cm " 57.8 cm " 62.9 cm " 69.6 " 53.8 cm " 61.5 cm " 66.7 cm " 73.4 * Distance between Ø.53 Seismic mounting holes ThermoFlex Thermo Scientific...
Page 83 45.3 kg Right Front 32.9 lbs 14.9 kg 45.7 lbs 20.7 kg 68.2 lbs 30.9 kg 89.2 lbs 40.5 kg Right Rear 36.2 lbs 16.4 kg 47.1 lbs 21.4 kg 70.0 lbs 31.8 kg 91.1 lbs 41.3 kg ThermoFlex Thermo Scientific...
Page 84: Other Accessories
® Fluids Fluid treatment kit Please contact Thermo Fisher Scientific's Sales, Service and Customer Support to assist you with questions that you may have regarding accessories for your ThermoFlex, see inside front cover for contact information. 5-10 ThermoFlex Thermo Scientific...
Page 85: Preventive Maintenance
If you change your filters before the preventive timer trips, you can clear the timer by using the Diagnostic Loop explained in this Section. Note For air-cooled chillers, both the air and fluid filters in the ThermoFlex can be changed while the chiller is running. For water-cooled chillers, only the fluid filter can be changed while the chiller is running.
Page 86: Fluid Bag Filter
 Note To prevent particulates from entering the reservoir, ensure the fluid bag filter is in place before removing the diffuser.  CAUTION Do not operate the chiller unless the diffuser is installed.  ThermoFlex Thermo Scientific...
Page 87: Reservoir Cleaning
Wire Mesh Fluid Diffuser (ThermoFlex900-5000) Ball Stopper Sight Tube Figure 6-2 Reservoir Cleaning and Diffuser Fluid Maintenance An effective recommended maintenance plan would include changing the fluid every six months to optimize chiller reliability, see Section 3 for additional information. ThermoFlex Thermo Scientific...
Page 88: Condenser Filter
Replacement grill assemblies are available from Thermo Fisher. Screw ThermoFlex3500 - 5000 water-cooled chillers have (Water-cooled two screws securing the condenser. One screw on chillers) the top and one on the bottom. CAUTION - Sharp edges Figure 6-3 ThermoFlex900 - 5000 Condenser Grill Removal ThermoFlex Thermo Scientific...
Page 89: Chiller Surface
The air-cooled chillers do not have filters but the condenser fins can be cleaned by removing the eight screws securing the lower-front panel. Clean the chiller's surface with a soft cloth and warm water only. Chiller Surface Hoses Inspect he chiller's external hoses and clamps on a daily basis. ThermoFlex Thermo Scientific...
Page 90: Di Filter (Optional)
Note It may be necessary to monitor the Puralite three or four times to establish an accurate changing schedule. Also, filter operating time is reduced every time new fluid is added.  ThermoFlex Thermo Scientific...
Page 91: Diagnostic Loop
If desired, press and hold and then press reset the value to 0. unit - Indicates the chiller unit xxxx operating hours. This value can not be reset. Figure 6-6 Diagnostic Loop ThermoFlex Thermo Scientific...
Page 92: Testing The Alarm Features
Reset each alarm limit to Features the desired value. See Section 4. Slowly drain the chiller's reservoir, see Section 8, and ensure the chiller shuts down. For chillers equipped with auto refill switch ensure the auto refill activates. ThermoFlex Thermo Scientific...
Page 102: Troubleshooting
If the error code does not until the display flashes between the error code and clear press the temperature and then press enter. If the code still does not clear refer to Error Codes in this Section. 7-10 ThermoFlex Thermo Scientific...
Page 103 Keep the distance between the chiller and the instrument being cooled as short as possible. Ensure tubing is straight and without bends. If diameter reductions are required, make them at the inlet and outlet of your application, not at the chiller. ThermoFlex 7-11 Thermo Scientific...
Page 104 Verify/adjust controller PID values, see next page. Please contact Thermo Fisher Scientific Sales Service and Customer Support if you need any additional information, see this manual's inside cover for contact instructions. 7-12 ThermoFlex Thermo Scientific...
Page 105: Verifying/Adjusting The Controller Pid Values
I = repeats/minute Range: 0.00 to 9.99 xx.x enter Factory Preset: 0.50 enter • dEr derivative value D = minutes StorE Range: 0.0 to 9.9 Factory Preset: 0.0 Figure 7-1 Verifying/Adjusting PID Values ThermoFlex 7-13 Thermo Scientific...
Page 106 Section 7 7-14 ThermoFlex Thermo Scientific...
Page 107: Additional Information
Reinstall ¼” Male NPT pipe plug using a sealant suitable for the wetted materials or close the Riton filling prior to refilling. CAUTION Do not overtighten the fitting.  For ThermoFlex7500-24000, close the drain valve. Riton connector Brass plug (typical) Figure 8-1 Drains ThermoFlex Thermo Scientific...
Page 108 Open the valve to allow fluid to drain into an external device. When draining is complete close the valve and replace the panel. A wet-vac is needed on the facility water inlet connection to thoroughly drain any remaining fluid from the lines. ThermoFlex Thermo Scientific...
Page 109: Wetted Materials
Nickel Buna N Polypropylene Ceramic EPDM Buna/Carbon Brass Copper Teflon ® PPS (flow transducer) Nitrile (Buna-n ® Riton (optional drain fitting) ® Viton® (optional drain fitting o-rings) Filter bag Polypropylene Mono-filament nylon Cap and Funnel Acetal Copolymer ThermoFlex Thermo Scientific...
Page 110: Internal Process Fluid Temperature Sensor (Rdt1) Calibration
Section 8 The ThermoFlex has been designed to minimize the need for calibration. Internal Fluid However, if calibration is desired or recommended by our Sales, Service and Temperature Sensor Customer Support, please use the following procedure. (rdt1) Calibration This procedure requires a running...
Page 111 L enter PrES1 enter r rtd A in Aout1 Save calibration StorE Do not save calibration Figure 8-3 Internal Temperature Sensor Calibration If you have any questions please contact Thermo Fisher Scientific's Sales, Service and Customer Support. ThermoFlex Thermo Scientific...
Page 112: Process Fluid Pressure (P1) Transducer Calibration
Section 8 Process Fluid The ThermoFlex has been designed to minimize the need for calibration. However, if calibration is desired or recommended by our Sales, Service Pressure (P1) and Customer Support, please use the following procedure. Transducer This procedure requires a running chiller, a calibrated reference pressure Calibration gauge and an external flow control valve.
Page 113 P1 L enter enter r rtd A in Aout1 Save calibration StorE Do not save calibration Figure 8-4 Pressure (P1) Calibration If you have any questions please contact Thermo Fisher Scientific's Sales, Service and Customer Support. ThermoFlex Thermo Scientific...
Page 114: Optional Process Fluid Flow (Flo) Transducer Calibration
Section 8 Optional Process Fluid The ThermoFlex has been designed to minimize the need for calibration. However, if calibration is desired or recommended by our Sales, Service Flow Transducer (FLo) and Customer Support, please use the following procedure. Calibration This procedure requires a running chiller, a calibrated reference flowmeter and an external flow control valve.
Page 115 LoFLo r rtd enter A in Aout1 Save calibration StorE Do not save calibration Figure 8-5 Flow Transducer (FLo) Calibration If you have any questions please contact Thermo Fisher Scientific's Sales, Service and Customer Support. ThermoFlex Thermo Scientific...
Page 116: Clearing Ser1 Message
Press the down arrow (approximately 11 times) until StEPS is displayed. Press and hold enter and then press the up arrow, FLtrS the display will show 0. Press the down arrow to return to the temperature display. StEPS enter voLtS xx.x 8-10 ThermoFlex Thermo Scientific...
Page 117: Decommissioning/Disposal
Store the chiller in the temperature range of -25°C to 60°C (with packaging), and <80% relative humidity.  If the chiller is stored for more than 90 days it must be flushed with CAUTION clean fluid before operating.  ThermoFlex 8-11 Thermo Scientific...
Page 118 Section 8 8-12 ThermoFlex Thermo Scientific...
Page 119 Gambia, Ghana, Gibraltar, Grenada, Hong Kong, India, Ireland, Kenya, Kiribati, Kuwait, Lesotho, Malawi, Malaysia, Maldives, Malta, Mauritius, Myanmar, Nigeria, Oman, Pakistan, Qatar, Saint Lucia, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Sudan, Swaziland, Tanzania, Uganda, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom Yemen, Zambia, Zimbabwe. ThermoFlex A-1 Thermo Scientific...
Page 120: Appendix B Voltage Configuration Instructions
Voltage Configuration Instructions Appendix B ThermoFlex 900 and 1400 chillers equipped with the 115V 60Hz, 100v 50/60Hz Variable Voltage option and ThermoFlex 900 to 5000 chillers equipped with 200-230V 50/60Hz Global Voltage option have a voltage configuration panel located on the rear of the chiller behind an access panel, see Figure B-1.
Page 121 24V AC/DC, 2A, <= 0.08 Ohm maximum each or 5A total for all relays combined, 1mA minimum, switching capacity: 48VA/48W (Resistive load only). Note 2: Default = 0-10VDC Note 3: Connect to digital ground (pin 1) using a low resistance connection (gold contact relay). ThermoFlex C-1 Thermo Scientific...
Page 122 Never apply line voltage to any of the connections. WARNING  RS232 RS485 When making your connection to the ThermoFlex Analog I/0 connector, in order to comply with the EMC directive: A I/O REMOTE • Use a shielded I/0 cable SENSOR •...
Page 123 Note The Type display only appears if dAC is set to on.  Type 1: 0 - 10 VDC (Default) This display depends on your chiller Type 2: 10 mV/°C ---- configuration, see Section 4. Type 3: 4 - 20 mA Figure C-2 Analog I/0 Loop ThermoFlex Thermo Scientific Thermo Scientific...
Page 124 Er 23, Er 24, Er 25, Er 26 Enable 32768 (Default) external sensor opened or shorted Default Relay Code 2 Display = 33328 (16 + 32 + 512 + 32768 = 33328) *Regardless of alarm setting - fault or indicator ThermoFlex Thermo Scientific...
Page 125 – If the gain and offset are acceptable, the calibration is accepted and the calibration is now valid at the low end. Otherwise, the calibration is rejected and a bad calibration error message (Er 16) is displayed. ThermoFlex Thermo Scientific Thermo Scientific...
Page 126 Ao Lo enter 4.50 xx.x Otherwise, the calibration is rejected and a bad calibration error message (Er 16) is displayed. Save calibration StorE Do not save calibration Figure C-4 Analog Output Calibration Loop ThermoFlex Thermo Scientific...
Page 127 10°C process temperature. Operation below 10°C requires the use of 50/50 EG/water or 50/50 PG/water.  Figure C-5 Remote Sensor Connector ThermoFlex Thermo Scientific Thermo Scientific...
Page 128 Calibration Loop prompt wait several seconds before proceeding to ensure that a bad calibration message (Er 16) does not appear. Premature use of the keypad after pressing the up arrow may cancel the bad calibration error message.  ThermoFlex Thermo Scientific...
Page 129 Range: 1 to 99 Default: 1 enter Note: To prevent data errors limit the number of chillers to 32.  This display depends on your chiller ---- configuration, see Section 4. Figure D-2 Serial Communications Loop ThermoFlex D-1 Thermo Scientific...
Page 130 If the command is not understood or the checksums do not agree, the controller responds with an error command. Otherwise, the controller responds with the requested data. If the controller fails to respond within 1 second, the host should resend the command. ThermoFlex Thermo Scientific...
Page 131 The host first inquires about a value it wants to change, then uses the number of data bytes and the qualifier byte it receives to generate the proper integer to send. ThermoFlex D-3 Thermo Scientific Thermo Scientific...
Page 132 CA 00 01 F0 02 00 FA 12 (Set Setpoint 1 to 25.0°C) 4. Slave responds: CA 00 01 F0 03 11 00 FA 00 Precision =0.1, units =°C, value=250 (250 x 0.1°=25.0.0°C) See Additional Command Examples in this Appendix. ThermoFlex Thermo Scientific...
Page 133 ERROR Response Only! S: lc a1 a2 0F 02 en ed cs ed = Error Data en = Error Number 1: Bad Command 2: Bad Data 3: Bad Checksum See Error in this Appendix ThermoFlex D-5 Thermo Scientific Thermo Scientific...
Page 134 M: lc a1 a2 75 00 cs REQ COOL I TERM1 S: lc a1 a2 75 03 d1 d2 d3 cs M: lc a1 a2 76 00 cs REQ COOL D TERM1 S: lc a1 a2 76 03 d1 d2 d3 cs ThermoFlex Thermo Scientific...
Page 135 S: lc a1 a2 F5 03 d1 d2 d3 cs SET COOL D TERM1 M: lc a1 a2 F6 02 d1 d2 cs Cool D Term S: lc a1 a2 F6 03 d1 d2 d3 cs ThermoFlex D-7 Thermo Scientific Thermo Scientific...
Page 136 High Pressure fault or warn Low pressure fault (set at factory) Low Pressure fault or warn Chiller powering up Chiller powering down Drip Pan fault High Level fault Phase Monitor fault Motor Overload fault LPC fault HPC fault ThermoFlex Thermo Scientific...
Page 137 Chiller On/Off Set Keystroke This command is used to affect a keystroke remotely as if someone pressed the key on the HMI. Value Null Enter Up/Yes Down/No Mode On/Off ThermoFlex D-9 Thermo Scientific Thermo Scientific...
Page 138 CA 00 01 8D 02 00 11 5E Eg. Command to set DAC out to current without changing DAC enable or analog in Master sends Slave returns CA 00 01 8D 02 00 3B 34 CA 00 01 8D 02 00 19 56 D-10 ThermoFlex Thermo Scientific...
Page 139 Laboratory Equipment Div. 25 Nimble Hill Road Newington, NH 03801 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Manufacturer: Thermo Fisher Scientific Address: 25 Nimble Hill Road Newington, NH 03801 USA Products: Refrigerated chillers and heat exchangers. Year of inception 2013 We declare that the following products conform to the Directives and Standards listed below: Unit has a 16 digit part number consisting of UU TVPC XXXXXXXX defined as follows: UU = Unit type can be: 10 = TF...
Page 140 Thermo Fisher Scientific warrants for 24 months (excluding MD 1/MD 2 Magnetic Drive and P 1/P 2 Positive Displacement pumps which are warranted for 12 months) from date of shipment the Thermo Scientific ThermoFlex chiller according to the following terms.
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Thermo Scientific ThermoFlex Installation, Operation, Basic Maintenance

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Installation

Operation

Preventive Maintenance

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Appendix A CountrySpecific230Vac,50Hz,1ØRequirements

Appendix B Voltage Configuration Instructions

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