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MO-RAP-3079
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20
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RAP e2 container
Operations Manual
RAP container,
140010R-()
Doc No. MO-RAP-3079
Version 20
www.envirotainer.com
Release Date:
2021-01-15
Approved By:
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  • Page 1 RAP e2 container Operations Manual RAP container, 140010R-() Doc No. MO-RAP-3079 Version 20 www.envirotainer.com Doc No: Revision: State: Release Date: Approved By: MO-RAP-3079 Released 2021-01-15...
  • Page 2 Record of revision RECORD OF REVISION VER. NO. REVISION REVISED: • The structure and content of the manual have been revised to increase usability. Chapters have been rearranged and renamed and information has been moved between chapters. Texts and illustrations have been revised, rearranged and supplemented.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION.......................... 1 Intended use ..........................1 Manufacturer..........................1 Contact............................1 How to use the manual ......................1 SAFETY............................2 Symbols ..........................2 2.1.1 Symbols in the manual ....................2 2.1.2 Symbols on the container.....................3 Safety instructions ........................4 2.2.1 General ........................4 2.2.2 Charging ........................4 2.2.3 Lifting and moving the container ...................4 CONTAINER DESCRIPTION.....................
  • Page 4 Operating Instructions......................15 4.4.1 Lifting and moving the container .................15 4.4.2 Pre-conditioning cargo and container................18 4.4.3 Recording temperatures ....................19 4.4.4 Loading cargo ......................20 4.4.5 Charging the container ....................23 4.4.6 Handling the container during shipment ..............31 4.4.7 Storing the container ....................32 4.4.8 Operating the control unit...................33 TROUBLESHOOTING......................

  • Page 5: Introduction

    1. Introduction 1. INTRODUCTION This manual provides information for personnel involved in the operation of Envirotainer container series RAP e2 and is published by Envirotainer AB without warranty. 1.1 INTENDED USE The RAP e2 is a temperature controlled air cargo container designed to transport refrigerated (+2 to +8 °C (+35.6 to +46.4 °F)) and controlled room temperature (+15 to +25 °C (+59 to +77 °F)) products.

  • Page 6: Safety

    2. Safety 2. SAFETY This chapter contains safety instructions and explanations of safety related symbols in the manual and on the container. For safe handling of the container, make sure to read the instructions before use, and pay attention to the warning stickers attached to the container.

  • Page 7: Symbols On The Container

    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 damage as described on the ODLN when released from an Envirotainer station. Instruction for post...

  • Page 8: Safety Instructions

    2.2 Safety instructions 2.2 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2.2.1 GENERAL CAUTION! Observe normal precautions when handling locks, doors and lids. 2.2.2 CHARGING WARNING! Risk of fire, and violation of the aircraft security. Do not charge the container inside an aircraft. WARNING! Risk of electric shock. Do not charge the container outdoors or in damp and/or humid environments. WARNING! Risk of electric shock.

  • Page 9: Container Description

    3. Container description 3. CONTAINER DESCRIPTION 3.1 ORIENTATION CONVENTIONS Fig. 2 Schematic view of the container with orientation conventions 5 (48) Doc No: Revision: State: Release Date: Approved By: MO-RAP-3079 Released 2021-01-15...

  • Page 10: Overview

    3.2 Overview 3.2 OVERVIEW Fig. 3 Overview of the container Table 2 Container features Name Description Strap handle For handling the container on roller beds. Placard holder For shipping documents, checklists etc. Label area For attachment of labels. Handle For handling the container on roller beds. Control unit For turning the container on/off, making settings and viewing information.

  • Page 11: Refrigeration System Operation

    3.3 Refrigeration system operation 3.3 REFRIGERATION SYSTEM OPERATION The refrigeration system is powered by internal, rechargeable batteries, and controlled by the control unit. A temperature sensor placed in the rear wall of the cargo space sends signals to the control unit, which turns heaters and cooling circuits in the mechanical refrigeration unit on and off as required.

  • Page 12: Attachment Points For Security Seals

    • One on the control unit lid (B) Fig. 5 Attachment points for security seals Envirotainer recommends sealing both of the doors and the control unit lid before shipment, as this can prevent (or help to detect): • theft or contamination of cargo •...

  • Page 13: Battery Duration

    3.5 Battery duration 3.5 BATTERY DURATION Fig. 6 Battery duration relative to ambient temperature and set temperature The container battery duration (the operating time without recharging) depends on the following: • the container set temperature • the ambient temperature The battery duration increases as the temperature difference between the ambient temperature and the container set temperature decreases (Fig.

  • Page 14: Operating Conditions

    3.8 Operating conditions 3.8 OPERATING CONDITIONS To ensure a successful shipment, the following conditions must apply: • The cargo and the container must be pre-conditioned to the required set temperature. Refer to 4.4.2 Pre-conditioning cargo and container. • The correct set temperature must be set on the control unit. Refer to 4.4.8.4 Set the temperature.

  • Page 15: Using The Container

    4. Using the container 4. USING THE CONTAINER A shipment (B) is defined as all land and air transportation that is required to transfer a loaded container from the shipper site (A) to the consignee site (C). Fig. 7 The shipment Chapters 4.1-4.3 contain three separate checklists, listing the actions to be performed when preparing a shipment, shipping the container, and finishing the shipment.

  • Page 16: Preparing A Shipment

    4.1 Preparing a shipment 4.1 PREPARING A SHIPMENT Before shipment, the following must be performed: □ Pre-condition the cargo. Refer to 4.4.2.1 Pre-condition the cargo. □ Pre-condition the container. Refer to 4.4.2.2 Pre-condition the container. □ Load and strap the cargo. Refer to 4.4.4 Loading cargo.

  • Page 17: Shipping

    4.2 Shipping 4.2 SHIPPING During shipment, the following must be performed: □ Make sure that all doors and covers are closed, latched and, if applicable, sealed. □ Make sure that the container is not wrapped or covered. Refer to 4.4.6.1 Shipping precautions. □...

  • Page 18: Finishing A Shipment

    4.3 Finishing a shipment 4.3 FINISHING A SHIPMENT After shipment, the following must be performed: □ Unload the cargo. □ Close all doors and covers. □ Switch the container off. Refer to 4.4.8.2 Switch the container on/off. For instructions on lifting and moving the container, refer to 4.4.1 Lifting and moving the container. For instructions on storage, including long-time storage (more than seven days), refer to 4.4.7 Storing the container.

  • Page 19: Operating Instructions

    4.4.1 LIFTING AND MOVING THE CONTAINER WARNING! Risk of electric shock. Do not move the container when the charging cable is connected to a power supply. Envirotainer recommends lifting the container using forklift rather than electric pallet jack. 4.4.1.1 LIFT WITH FORKLIFT CAUTION! Risk of crush injury.
  • Page 20 4.4.1 Lifting and moving the container 4.4.1.2 LIFT WITH ELECTRIC PALLET JACK CAUTION! Risk of crush injury. Always lift the container from the rear, as the weight of the refrigeration system at the rear may otherwise cause tilting. Do not lift the container higher than necessary. CAUTION! Risk of crush injury.
  • Page 21 4.4.1 Lifting and moving the container 4.4.1.3 MOVE USING A ROLLER BED SYSTEM Use the front handles (A) or rear straps (B) on the container corners to handle the container on roller beds. Fig. 10 17 (48) Doc No: Revision: State: Release Date: Approved By:...

  • Page 22: Pre-Conditioning Cargo And Container

    4.4.2 Pre-conditioning cargo and container 4.4.2 PRE-CONDITIONING CARGO AND CONTAINER The container is only designed to maintain the temperature of the cargo, and does not have battery capacity to cool down or heat up large quantities of cargo. Before loading, the cargo and container must therefore be pre- conditioned to the temperature that shall be maintained during transport (the container set temperature).

  • Page 23: Recording Temperatures

    4.4.3 Recording temperatures 4.4.3 RECORDING TEMPERATURES 4.4.3.1 CARGO TEMPERATURE If cargo temperature records must be kept, preferably place temperature data loggers inside or between the cargo boxes. NOTE! The temperature displayed on the control unit is the air temperature at the sensor in the container. This temperature fluctuates more than the temperature of the cargo.

  • Page 24: Loading Cargo

    4.4.4 Loading cargo 4.4.4 LOADING CARGO Make sure that both the cargo and the container have been pre-conditioned. Refer to 4.4.2 Pre-conditioning cargo and container. CAUTION! If the cargo is wrapped, make sure that the pallet base is not covered, as this would obstruct the airflow along the floor beneath the cargo.
  • Page 25 4.4.4 Loading cargo Fig. 16 CAUTION! Make sure that the cargo does not block the airflow between the spacers. Load the cargo into the container. Make sure of a proper airflow around the cargo, distribute the cargo weight evenly and minimize the time the container doors are open. CAUTION! Cargo that is not properly strapped may shift and obstruct the air flow, causing temperature deviations...
  • Page 26 4.4.4 Loading cargo Place any shipping documents or checklists in the container placard holder. Fig. 19 If applicable, seal the control unit with a security seal (Ø 2-4 mm (0.08-0.16”)) inserted through the slot in the latch. Use the info button to view information. Refer to 4.4.8.9 View information on a sealed control unit.

  • Page 27: Charging The Container

    4.4.5 Charging the container 4.4.5 CHARGING THE CONTAINER 4.4.5.1 SAFETY WARNING! Risk of electric shock. Do not charge the container outdoors or in damp and/or humid environments. WARNING! Risk of fire, and violation of the aircraft security. Do not charge the container inside an aircraft. WARNING! Risk of electric shock.
  • Page 28 4.4.5 Charging the container 4.4.5.2 CHARGING INFORMATION Table 7 Charging information Parameter Specification Optimum ambient temperature 0 to +20 °C (+32 to +68 °F) during charging Maximum power consumption Container switched off: 1200 W during charging Container operating: 1850 W Circuit capability requirements 110 V power supply: 20 A 230 V power supply: 10 A...
  • Page 29 • If the CEE industrial plug can be used, continue from step 5. Pull out the adapter case and select the appropriate type of adapter. Additional adapters can be ordered separately from Envirotainer. Refer to 4.4.5.5 Additional charging adapters. Fig. 24 Connect the adapter to the charging cable.
  • Page 30 4.4.5 Charging the container Fig. 26 Connect the adapter or CEE industrial plug to the power supply. The charging indicator (blue light) on the control unit starts flashing within 30 seconds, to indicate that the container is charging, and continues to flash throughout the charging.
  • Page 31 4.4.5 Charging the container Fig. 28 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 it does not, refer to 5. Troubleshooting. CAUTION! If the control unit is not powered on when the charging cable has been disconnected from the power supply, the container cannot maintain the set temperature.
  • Page 32 4.4.5 Charging the container 4.4.5.5 ADDITIONAL CHARGING ADAPTERS The following additional adapters can be ordered from Envirotainer: Table 9 Additional adapters available for order Adapter Specification Part number (P/N) British Standard 546 15A, 3 pins 807W NEMA 6-15R 15A, 250V...
  • Page 33 4.4.5 Charging the container Disconnect the charging cable from the socket and connect the appropriate type of adapter to the socket. Fig. 30 Connect an extension cable to the adapter. The extension cable shall be as short as possible, and must be rated for 20 A / have a wire cross-section of at least 2.5 mm²...
  • Page 34 4.4.5 Charging the container Fig. 32 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 it does not, refer to 5. Troubleshooting. CAUTION! If the control unit is not powered on when the charging cable has been disconnected from the power supply, the container cannot maintain the set temperature.

  • Page 35: Handling The Container During Shipment

    4.4.6 Handling the container during shipment 4.4.6 HANDLING THE CONTAINER DURING SHIPMENT 4.4.6.1 SHIPPING PRECAUTIONS Fig. 33 CAUTION! Do not wrap or cover the container. If the container is wrapped or covered, the air inlets and outlets are blocked, and the container may overheat. CAUTION! Limit the time on the tarmac during aircraft loading, to avoid temperature extremes and direct sunlight.

  • Page 36: Storing The Container

    4.4.7 Storing the container 4.4.7 STORING THE CONTAINER CAUTION! Do not store any containers, cargo or other items on top of the container. Minimum storage requirements: Placement: On flat ground, to make sure that water will not collect in or around the container. Ambient temperature: -40 to +50 °C (-40 to +122 °F).

  • Page 37: Operating The Control Unit

    4.4.8 Operating the control unit 4.4.8 OPERATING THE CONTROL UNIT 4.4.8.1 THE CONTROL UNIT The control unit is the user interface for operating the container, and can be used for: • Turning the container on/off • Setting the container temperature •...
  • Page 38 4.4.8 Operating the control unit Fig. 37 Display (default mode) Table 11 Display (default mode) Description Current temperature in the cargo space (°C or °F depending on setting) Current set temperature (°C or °F depending on setting) Remaining battery level in percent Table 12 Buttons Button Description...
  • Page 39 Show the time and date OPER. MODE Show the operation mode SETUP Only for Envirotainer use, login required 4.4.8.2 SWITCH THE CONTAINER ON/OFF Switch the container on: Press . During start-up, the display shows System On, and the four indicator lights are lit one by one (yellow-red-blue-green) for function testing purposes.
  • Page 40 4.4.8 Operating the control unit 4.4.8.4 SET THE TEMPERATURE If applicable, change between Celsius and Fahrenheit: 1a. Press to enter the main menu; the display shows TEMP MENU. 1b. Press to enter the TEMP MENU; the display shows SET TEMP. 1c.
  • Page 41 4.4.8 Operating the control unit 4.4.8.5 CHECK THE OPERATION MODE The container has three operation modes: • Cooling: There are four cooling power steps, Cool Pow 1-4, where Cool Pow 4 provides maximum cooling. When cooling is not required Cool Pow 0 is displayed. Air is still circulated in the cargo space. •...
  • Page 42 4.4.8 Operating the control unit 4.4.8.8 PERFORM A FUNCTIONAL TEST Disconnect the container from the power supply (if connected). Switch on the container (if switched off). Refer to 4.4.8.2 Switch the container on/off. Set the temperature to +5 °C (+41 °F). Refer to 4.4.8.4 Set the temperature. Make sure that air is discharged from the air guides in the ceiling.
  • Page 43 Next verification must be performed before the month indicated on the “due” part of the sticker. Fig. 42 If verification has not been performed as scheduled, please contact Envirotainer. Refer to 1.3 Contact. 39 (48) Doc No:...

  • Page 44: Troubleshooting

    These troubleshooting tables can be used when the control unit indicates an alert or alarm, or when there is a problem with the container. If a solution can not be found, contact Envirotainer for advice. In the meantime, place the cargo in a temperature-controlled area.

  • Page 45: Alerts

    5.2 Alerts 5.2 ALERTS An alert means that there is an emerging risk for the shipment. A corrective action is required to mitigate this risk. Perform the applicable corrective action suggested in the solution column of the table below. The alert will automatically disappear when resolved.
  • Page 46 5.2 Alerts Explanation or possible cause Alert Solution Reference The cargo space air temperature Inside temp out of See the following rows for spec;Check deviates from the set temperature. possible cause and container The following alert limits apply: solution (or just Container set temp <+10 °C: ±3 °C Inside temp out of (<+50 °F: ±5.4 °F)
  • Page 47 5.2 Alerts Explanation or possible cause Alert Solution Reference The batteries or the chargers are Disconnect the container System too warm Charging too warm, or there is an interruption from the power supply, prolonged in the battery temperature reading. wait for 30 seconds, and then reconnect it to restart the charger.

  • Page 48: Alarms

    5.3 Alarms 5.3 ALARMS An alarm means that the shipment is at risk, due to malfunction of one or more of the refrigeration system components. Alarms cannot be resolved without repair, and therefore requires container replacement. Alarms are indicated by a red, flashing alarm indicator on the control unit. Explanation or possible cause Alarm Solution...
  • Page 49 5.4 Hardware Problem Possible cause Solution Reference The batteries do not The adapter is broken. If available, use a spare charge (continued) adapter. The charging cable is damaged. Visually inspect the cable. 4.4.5.6 Bypass If the cable is damaged, the cable winder bypass the cable winder.

  • Page 50: Technical Specification

    6. Technical Specification 6. 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 Maximum power consumption during charging 1850 W Maximum charging time 12 h Container set temperature range 0 to +25 °C (+32 to +77 °F)

  • Page 51: Definition Of Dimensions

    6.1 Definition of dimensions 6.1 DEFINITION OF DIMENSIONS Fig. 43 47 (48) Doc No: Revision: State: Release Date: Approved By: MO-RAP-3079 Released 2021-01-15...
  • Page 52 Envirotainer Engineering AB www.envirotainer.com Doc No: Revision: State: Release Date: Approved By: MO-RAP-3079 Released 2021-01-15...

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