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MO-RKN-3009
RKN e1 container
Operations Manual
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P/N 120007R-()
Doc No. MO-RKN-3009
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  • Page 1 RKN e1 container Operations Manual This manual is valid for: RKN container, P/N 120007R-() Doc No. MO-RKN-3009 Version 27 www.envirotainer.com Doc No: Revision: State: Release Date: Approved By: MO-RKN-3009 Released 2021-01-15...
  • Page 2 RECORD OF REVISION Operations Manual RKN e1 container RECORD OF REVISION VER. NO. REVISION REVISED • The following changes have been made due to software updates: • 3. Charging: Revised the text shown on the display during the first hour of charging. •...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Operations Manual RKN e1 container TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION.......................... 1 Scope of the manual .........................1 Contact............................1 Symbols ..........................1 Safety instructions ........................1 The container ...........................2 Control unit ..........................2 Charging unit ...........................3 1.7.1 ODLN sticker ......................4 LIMITS, AMBIENT CONDITIONS..................... 5 Pre-conditioning of cargo ......................5 Minimum operating time - fully charged container................5 Exposure to extreme heat: above +30°C (+86°F) ................5...
  • Page 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS Operations Manual RKN e1 container 4.2.2 Pre-condition in a temperature-controlled room ............18 GENERAL CARGO LOADING GUIDELINES ..............19 Cargo loading ........................20 After cargo loading .........................20 GENERAL CONTAINER HANDLING GUIDELINES............21 Forklift requirements .......................21 Roller beds ..........................21 Ambient conditions .........................21 Shipment duration ........................21 Wrapping ..........................21 Ground transport precautions ....................22...
  • Page 5 TABLE OF CONTENTS Operations Manual RKN e1 container OPERATION MODES, INFOS, ALERTS AND ALARMS ........... 28 Operation modes........................28 8.1.1 Cooling Powerstep X ....................28 8.1.2 Heating Powerstep X....................28 8.1.3 Defrosting Powerstep 2 .....................28 Infos ............................29 8.2.1 “Info, Preconditioning” ....................29 8.2.2 "Info, Charging initiated, Diagnostics ongoing".............29 Alerts.............................31 8.3.1 "Alert, Batteries At 30%, Recommend charging"...
  • Page 6 TABLE OF CONTENTS Operations Manual RKN e1 container 10.3.4 If an adapter is lost ....................41 11. RKN E1 CONTAINER CHECK LIST ..................42 Doc No: Revision: State: Release Date: Approved By: MO-RKN-3009 Released 2021-01-15...

  • Page 7: Introduction

    SCOPE OF THE MANUAL This manual provides information for personnel involved in the handling and transport of Envirotainer container series RKN e1 and is published by Envirotainer AB without warranty. CONTACT For contact information to our operations centers, refer to www.envirotainer.com.

  • Page 8: The Container

    1. INTRODUCTION Operations Manual RKN e1 container • Normal precautions should be observed when handling locks, doors and lids. Wherever necessary, warning stickers or texts will be attached to the container as a warning to users and ground handler personnel. •...

  • Page 9: Charging Unit

    1. INTRODUCTION Operations Manual RKN e1 container The alert indicator (yellow light) flashes to indicate that the container needs attention. If the alert indicator is flashing, measures can be taken to continue with the shipment. The alarm indicator (red light) flashes to indicate that a technical part of the refrigeration system is out of order.

  • Page 10: Odln Sticker

    Before every lease, the containers are inspected against even stricter criteria than those stated on the ODLN. Therefore, the container will never exhibit the level of damages as described on the ODLN when released from an Envirotainer station. 4 (44)

  • Page 11: Limits, Ambient Conditions

    +30°C (+14°F and +86°F). However, the operating time will increase if the ambient temperature is closer to the container set temperature of the cargo space. • For other container set temperatures, contact Envirotainer for advice: support@envirotainer.com. EXPOSURE TO EXTREME HEAT: ABOVE +30°C (+86°F) The container can maintain the temperature in the loading area even though the ambient temperature is between +30°C and +40°C (+77°F and +104°F), but the battery consumption...
  • Page 12 2. LIMITS, AMBIENT CONDITIONS Operations Manual RKN e1 container The container can maintain the temperature in the loading area down to an ambient temperature that is 35°C (63°F) below the set temperature. For example, if the set temperature is +20°C (+68°F) the container can maintain the temperature down to an ambient temperature of -15°C (+5°F).

  • Page 13: Charging

    3. CHARGING Operations Manual RKN e1 container CHARGING WARNING! • Charging must not take place inside an airplane. • Do not charge the container outdoors or in damp, moist environments because of risk for electric shocks. • Take caution when the container is moved and the electrical cable is fully extended. In addition, visually inspect the electrical cable for any abnormalities before connecting it to a power source.

  • Page 14: Charging Procedure

    3. CHARGING Operations Manual RKN e1 container CHARGING PROCEDURE Open the cover of the charging unit (Fig. 3 ). Fig. 3 Pull out all of the cable from the charging unit (Fig. 4 ). CAUTION! Charging with part of the cable left inside the cable winder can cause damages to the cable winder.
  • Page 15 RKN e1 container Fig. 5 Select the applicable adapter (Fig. 5 ) from the adapter case. More adapters can be ordered separately from Envirotainer. Refer to 3.2 Additional charging adapters. Connect the adapter to the charging cable (Fig. 6 ).
  • Page 16 3. CHARGING Operations Manual RKN e1 container When the charging is completed, the blue charge indicator illuminates with a fixed light. The fixed light may occur before the battery level reaches 100%, depending on the charging conditions, but the batteries are still fully charged. Disconnect the adapter / CEE plug from the power supply.

  • Page 17: Additional Charging Adapters

    3. CHARGING Operations Manual RKN e1 container ADDITIONAL CHARGING ADAPTERS The following adapters can be ordered separately from Envirotainer: 15A, 3 pins P/N 807W British Standard 546 NEMA 6-15R 15A, 250V P/N 807X NEMA L15-30P 30A, 250V P/N 807Y Danish SRAF 1962/DB 16/87...

  • Page 18: Charging With Damaged Cable Or Cable Winder

    CHARGING WITH DAMAGED CABLE OR CABLE WINDER In the event that the cable or cable winder has been damaged and can no longer be used, it is possible to bypass the cable winder for charging. Contact Envirotainer for advice before proceeding with this procedure: support@envirotainer.com...
  • Page 19 3. CHARGING Operations Manual RKN e1 container Remove the bracket covering the two thumbscrews (Fig. 11 ): Push the bracket as far to the left as possible (A). Rotate the bracket upwards around the left thumbscrew, while keeping the left end of the bracket close to the left wall (B).
  • Page 20 3. CHARGING Operations Manual RKN e1 container Disconnect the charging cable and connect the appropriate type of adapter (Fig. 13 ). Fig. 13 Connect an extension cable to the adapter. Use as short cable as possible and make sure the cross-section of the wires is at least 2.5 mm²...
  • Page 21 3. CHARGING Operations Manual RKN e1 container Fig. 14 Make sure that the control unit is powered on: the green indicator light on the control unit is lit, and the display lights up at a push of the Info button. If not, refer to 10.
  • Page 22 3. CHARGING Operations Manual RKN e1 container Fig. 16 Mount the bracket over the thumbscrews (Fig. 16 ): Slide the bracket down over the left thumbscrew at an angle, until it comes to a stop 11a. against the left wall (D). Rotate the bracket all the way down over the right thumbscrew, while keeping the left end 11b.

  • Page 23: Pre-Conditioning

    The cargo must be pre-conditioned to the set temperature that is to be maintained during transport. Cargo temperature recording • If records must be kept of product temperature, Envirotainer recommends that temperature recorders are placed as close to the product as possible, preferably in the packing material, otherwise between the packing material.

  • Page 24: Pre-Condition In A Temperature-Controlled Room

    4. PRE-CONDITIONING Operations Manual RKN e1 container For more information on display messages, refer to 8.2 Infos and 8.3 Alerts. 4.2.2 PRE-CONDITION IN A TEMPERATURE-CONTROLLED ROOM Place the container in a temperature-controlled room that is set to the desired temperature. Open the doors to the cargo space.

  • Page 25: General Cargo Loading Guidelines

    Envirotainer RKN e1 specifications are based on verification testing with a worst case load of empty cartons on a US pallet, dimensions 1219 x 1016 x 1214 mm (48 x 40 x 48”).

  • Page 26: Cargo Loading

    5. GENERAL CARGO LOADING GUIDELINES Operations Manual RKN e1 container CARGO LOADING Switch on the container (if pre-conditioned without container operating) and make sure the container set temperature is correct and the container is pre-conditioned to the required cargo temperature. Refer to 7. Control unit operation. Load the container (minimize the time the container doors are open during loading).

  • Page 27: General Container Handling Guidelines

    6. GENERAL CONTAINER HANDLING Operations Manual RKN e1 container GUIDELINES GENERAL CONTAINER HANDLING GUIDELINES FORKLIFT REQUIREMENTS The container is lifted using forklifts. CAUTION! • The container can only be forklifted from the door side and the rear side. • The container must not touch the ground when moved by forklift. ROLLER BEDS Use the straps (Fig.

  • Page 28: Ground Transport Precautions

    6. GENERAL CONTAINER HANDLING Operations Manual RKN e1 container GUIDELINES GROUND TRANSPORT PRECAUTIONS Make sure the container is transported in an environment where the temperature is between -10°C and +30°C (+14°F and +86°F). Limit exposure to other temperatures. Refer to 2. Limits, Ambient Conditions.

  • Page 29: Control Unit Operation

    7. CONTROL UNIT OPERATION Operations Manual RKN e1 container CONTROL UNIT OPERATION START THE CONTROL UNIT Press During start-up, the four indicators are lit for approximately one second to check the function of the indicators. Fig. 20 Check the following: •...

  • Page 30: Set The Temperature

    7. CONTROL UNIT OPERATION Operations Manual RKN e1 container SET THE TEMPERATURE To change between Celsius and Fahrenheit: a. Press to enter the main menu. The display shows TEMP MENU. b. Press to enter the TEMP MENU. The display shows Set temp. c.

  • Page 31: Check The Battery Level

    7. CONTROL UNIT OPERATION Operations Manual RKN e1 container CHECK THE BATTERY LEVEL The battery level is shown in the default mode. The battery percentage figure is continuously updated according to battery status: • 100% battery capacity is maximum and is achieved when charging starts from low battery voltage.

  • Page 32: Check Date Of Next Temperature Control System Verification

    Next verification must be performed before the month indicated on the “due” part of the sticker. Fig. 23 If verification has not been performed as scheduled, please contact Envirotainer. Refer to 1.2 Contact. SEAL THE CONTROL UNIT AND USE THE INFO BUTTON Use the rectangular opening in the latch to seal the control unit (Fig.
  • Page 33 7. CONTROL UNIT OPERATION Operations Manual RKN e1 container Press the Info button (Fig. 24 ) to scroll between default mode, alarm status and alert status. The backlight illuminates for 20 seconds when the button is pressed. NOTE! It is only possible to toggle through the menu.

  • Page 34: Operation Modes, Infos, Alerts And Alarms

    8. OPERATION MODES, INFOS, ALERTS AND Operations Manual RKN e1 container ALARMS OPERATION MODES, INFOS, ALERTS AND ALARMS OPERATION MODES 8.1.1 COOLING POWERSTEP X • The container uses four different power steps for cooling, 1-4, depending on the required cooling performance. "Cool Pow 1" is the lowest power step for cooling and "Cool Pow 4" is the highest (i.e.

  • Page 35: Infos

    8. OPERATION MODES, INFOS, ALERTS AND Operations Manual RKN e1 container ALARMS INFOS NOTE! The Info messages may differ slightly due to different software versions. 8.2.1 “INFO, PRECONDITIONING” Fig. 25 REASON: • At start up, or when the set temperature is changed, the display switches between showing CONTAINER INFO and Info Preconditioning until Set temp is reached.
  • Page 36 8. OPERATION MODES, INFOS, ALERTS AND Operations Manual RKN e1 container ALARMS REASON: • During the first hour, the display switches between showing CONTAINER INFO and Info, Charging initiated, Diagnostics ongoing (or Info, Pre-charging, Please wait, depending on software version). When the container is being charged, the battery level indicator is not updating during the first hour since this is the “diagnose phase”...

  • Page 37: Alerts

    8. OPERATION MODES, INFOS, ALERTS AND Operations Manual RKN e1 container ALARMS ALERTS NOTE! The Alert messages may differ slightly due to different software versions. 8.3.1 "ALERT, BATTERIES AT 30%, RECOMMEND CHARGING" (Or Alert, Batteries at 30% charge level depending on software version.) REASON: •...

  • Page 38: Alert, System Too Warm, Charging Prolonged

    8. OPERATION MODES, INFOS, ALERTS AND Operations Manual RKN e1 container ALARMS 8.3.3 "ALERT, SYSTEM TOO WARM, CHARGING PROLONGED" REASON: The batteries or chargers are too warm. Interruption in temperature reading. ACTION: Disconnect the container from the power supply, wait for 30 seconds, and then Fig.

  • Page 39: Alert, Inside Temp Out Of Spec;Check Container

    8. OPERATION MODES, INFOS, ALERTS AND Operations Manual RKN e1 container ALARMS 8.3.4 "ALERT, INSIDE TEMP OUT OF SPEC;CHECK CONTAINER" (Or Alert, Inside temp out of spec depending on software version.) REASON: • The temperature of the air inside the cargo space is outside the following alert limits depending on container set temperature: •...

  • Page 40: Alarms

    • One or more of the technical parts of the MRU (Mechanical Refrigerating Unit) is out of order. The container cannot work properly. ACTION: • The current shipment must be stopped and the container must be repaired. Contact Envirotainer: support@envirotainer.com 34 (44) Doc No:...

  • Page 41: Technical Specification

    9. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION Operations Manual RKN e1 container TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION REFRIGERATION SYSTEM Thermostat-controlled air conditioning system with compressor cooling and electrical heating. Powered by rechargeable batteries. Recharging power supply 100-240 V AC, 50-60 Hz 1850 W Max power consumption during charging Max charging time Container set temperature range 0°C to +25°C (+32°F to +77°F)

  • Page 42: Definition Of Dimensions

    9. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION Operations Manual RKN e1 container ***The tare weight (and thereby the max net weight) may change due to repairs, see the manufacturer’s plate for correct weight. DEFINITION OF DIMENSIONS Fig. 33 36 (44) Doc No: Revision: State: Release Date: Approved By: MO-RKN-3009...

  • Page 43: Troubleshooting

    10. TROUBLESHOOTING Operations Manual RKN e1 container TROUBLESHOOTING 10.1 NO DISPLAY Fig. 34 37 (44) Doc No: Revision: State: Release Date: Approved By: MO-RKN-3009 Released 2021-01-15...

  • Page 44: Batteries Do Not Charge

    10. TROUBLESHOOTING Operations Manual RKN e1 container 10.2 BATTERIES DO NOT CHARGE Fig. 35 38 (44) Doc No: Revision: State: Release Date: Approved By: MO-RKN-3009 Released 2021-01-15...

  • Page 45: Alert

    10. TROUBLESHOOTING Operations Manual RKN e1 container 10.3 ALERT 10.3.1 “TEMPERATURE TOO WARM” Fig. 36 39 (44) Doc No: Revision: State: Release Date: Approved By: MO-RKN-3009 Released 2021-01-15...

  • Page 46: Temperature Too Cold

    10. TROUBLESHOOTING Operations Manual RKN e1 container 10.3.2 “TEMPERATURE TOO COLD” Fig. 37 40 (44) Doc No: Revision: State: Release Date: Approved By: MO-RKN-3009 Released 2021-01-15...

  • Page 47: Ambient Temp Out Of Spec;Check Container

    10. TROUBLESHOOTING Operations Manual RKN e1 container 10.3.3 “AMBIENT TEMP OUT OF SPEC;CHECK CONTAINER” (Or Ambient temp out of spec depending on software version.) Fig. 38 10.3.4 IF AN ADAPTER IS LOST Fig. 39 For more information on how to connect the power supply, refer to 3.1 Charging procedure. 41 (44) Doc No: Revision:...
  • Page 48 11. RKN E1 CONTAINER CHECK LIST Operations Manual RKN e1 container RKN E1 CONTAINER CHECK LIST For refrigerated and controlled room temperature products □ Start the container by pressing without the container being connected to the electrical outlet. The indicators on the control unit are lit to test the functionality. If the container does not start, refer to 10.
  • Page 49 Intentionally left blank 43 (44) Doc No: Revision: State: Release Date: Approved By: MO-RKN-3009 Released 2021-01-15...
  • Page 50 Envirotainer Engineering AB www.envirotainer.com Doc No: Revision: State: Release Date: Approved By: MO-RKN-3009 Released 2021-01-15...

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