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STANDARD Series Heated
Immersion Circulators
SC100
SC150
ARCTIC Series
Refrigerated/Heated
Bath Circulators
A10
A25
A10B
A25B
SAHARA Series Heated
Bath Circulators
S13
S7
S49
S45
S14P
S5P
SC150L
A45HC
S21
S21P
Thermo Scientific
Laboratory
Temperature
Control Products
Manual Part Number U01134
Rev. 03/03/2021
Multilingual Quick
Start Guides
Multilingual Essential
Safety Instructions
Installation
Operation
Preventive
Maintenance
Troubleshooting
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- Page 1 Thermo Scientific Laboratory Temperature Control Products Manual Part Number U01134 Rev. 03/03/2021 STANDARD Series Heated Immersion Circulators SC100 SC150 SC150L ARCTIC Series Refrigerated/Heated Bath Circulators Multilingual Quick A45HC Start Guides A10B A25B Multilingual Essential Safety Instructions SAHARA Series Heated Bath Circulators...
- Page 3 Thermo Scientific Laboratory Temperature Control Products Manual Part Number U01134 Rev. 03/03/2021 STANDARD Series Heated Immersion Circulators SC100 SC150 SC150L ARCTIC Series Refrigerated/Heated Bath Circulators Multilingual Quick A45HC Start Guides A10B A25B Multilingual Essential Safety Instructions SAHARA Series Heated Bath Circulators...
- Page 4 Thermo Fisher Scientific Sales, Service, and Customer Support 25 Nimble Hill Road 25 Nimble Hill Road Newington, NH 03801 Newington, NH 03801 Tel : (800) 258-0830 or Tel: (800) 258-0830 (603) 436-9444 Sales: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Fax : (603) 436-8411 Service and Support: 8:00 am to 6:00 pm Monday www.thermofisher.com/tc through Friday (Eastern Time)
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Additional Fluid Precautions .................3-12 Filling Requirements ..................3-15 Draining ......................3-15 ................4-1 Section 4 Operation STANDARD Immersion Circulator ...............4-1 Setup ........................4-2 Start Up .......................4-2 Status Display .....................4-3 Stand By Mode ....................4-3 Stopping the Circulator ..................4-3 Power Down .......................4-4 Shut Down ......................4-4 Restarting ......................4-4 Thermo Scientific... - Page 6 Serial Communication Adapter................5-4 Tubing ........................5-5 ............6-1 Section 6 Preventive Maintenance Cleaning ......................6-1 Condenser Fins ....................6-1 Grounding Strap and Nut ................6-2 Testing the Safety Features ................6-2 Section 7 Troubleshooting ....................7-1 Error Displays ....................7-1 Appendix Serial Communications ..................A-1 Warranty Thermo Scientific...
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Page 16: Preface
There can be up to three nameplates located on the rear of the bath. Before calling, please obtain the serial number printed on the complete system nameplate located on the upper rear of the bath. Nameplate Refer to nameplate when calling for after-sale support Nameplates (Typical Locations) Thermo Scientific... -
Page 17: Unpacking
This will ensure the lubrication oil has drained back into the compressor. Feedback We appreciate any feedback you can give us on this manual. E-mail us at tcmanuals@thermofisher.com. Be sure to include the manual part number and the revision date listed on the front cover. Thermo Scientific... -
Page 18: Safety
It is the user's responsibility to assure a proper ground connection is provided. For Sahara baths, and stand-alone immersion circulators, use the supplied nut and washer to secure the grounding strap to the top of the metal tank. Thermo Scientific... - Page 19 Ensure all communication and electrical connections are made prior to starting the circulator. Never operate the circulator without fluid in the reservoir. Use only the approved fluids listed in this manual. Using other fluids voids the warranty. Thermo Scientific...
- Page 20 Consult their Safety Data Sheet and/or EC Safety Data Sheet. We do recommend wearing eye protection and glove. The user must review and understand all the sections in this manual Training before operating the bath. 1-10 Thermo Scientific...
- Page 71 Fluorinated The following information is included to comply with REGULATION (EU) No 517/2014 OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF Greenhouse THE COUNCIL of 16 April 2014 on fluorinated greenhouse gases: Gases This product contains fluorinated greenhouse gases in a hermetically sealed system.
- Page 72 Gases de efecto in- La siguiente información se incluye de acuerdo con la REGULACIÓN (UE) Nº. 517/2014 DEL PARLAMENTO Y EL CONSEJO vernadero fluorados EUROPEO el 16 de abril de 2014 sobre gases de efecto invernadero fluorados: Este producto contiene gases de efecto invernadero en un sistema sellado herméticamente.
- Page 73 Gazele fluorurate cu Următoarele informaţii sunt redactate în conformitate REGULAMENTUL (UE) NR. 517/2014 AL PARLAMENTULUI efect de ser EUROPEAN I AL CONSILIULUI din 16 aprilie 2014 privind gazele fluorurate cu efect de seră: Acest produs conţine gaze fluorurate cu efect de seră închise într-un sistem ermetic.
- Page 74 Gassijiet Fluworu- L-informazzjoni li ġejja hi inluża biex tikkonforma mar-REGOLAMENT (UE) Nru 517/2014 TAL-PARLAMENT EWROPEW U TAL- rati b’Effett ta’ Serra KUNSILL tas-16 ta’ April 2014 dwar gassijiet fluworurati b’effett ta’ serra: Dan il-prodott fih gassijiet fluworurati b’effett ta’ serra f ’sistema ssiġillata ermetikament.
- Page 75 Fluortartalmú A következő tájékoztatás az EURÓPAI PARLAMENT ÉS A TANÁCS (EU) 517/2014. SZÁMÚ, 2014. április 16-i, a fluortartalmú üvegházhatású üvegházhatású gázokkal kapcsolatos RENDELETÉBEN előírtak gázok teljesítése érdekében került a dokumentumba: A termék fluortartalmú üvegházhatású gázokat tartalmaz, hermetikusan zárt rendszerben. Ha a zárt rendszerben szivárgás jelentkezik, az üzemeltető köteles a lehető...
- Page 76 μ π Οι ακόλουθες πληροφορίες περιλαμβάνονται για λόγους συμμόρφωσης με τον ΚΑΝΟΝΙΣΜΟ (ΕΕ) αριθ. 517/2014 ΤΟΥ ΕΥΡΩΠΑΪΚΟΥ ΚΟΙΝΟΒΟΥΛΙΟΥ ΚΑΙ ΤΟΥ ΣΥΜΒΟΥΛΙΟΥ της 16ης Απριλίου 2014 για τα φθοριούχα αέρα του θερμοκηπίου: Το παρόν προϊόν περιέχει φθοριούχα αέρια του θερμοκηπίου σε ερμητικά...
- Page 77 F‐GAS D ECLARATIO ON OF CO NFORMITY Declara ation of co nformity w with Articl e 14 of Re egulation ( (EU) No 51 17/2014 of f the Europea an Parliam ment and o of the Coun ncil We, Therm mo Fisher Scie entific (Ashevil lle) LLC, F‐Gas s Portal Regist tration Numbe er 23643, dec clare under ou ur sole responsibi lity that when ...
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Page 78: General Information
General Information Section 2 Description The Thermo Scientific STANDARD Series of Heated Immersion Circulators are used with refrigerated and heated baths. All circulators can pump to an external system. All controllers have a digital display and easy-to-use touch pad, five programmable setpoint temperatures, acoustic and optical alarms. - Page 79 (Voltage ±10%) 115 V/60 Hz or 230 V/50 Hz *Add ~26 mm (1 inch) to D for drain fitting. **See Section 3 for additional information. • Thermo Fisher Scientific reserves the right to change specifications without notice. 2-13 Thermo Scientific...
- Page 80 The bath was operating with the lid closed and no heat load lid or any external circulation. Minimum temperatures are only achieved with the above conditions. If your conditions vary from above, minimum temperature will most likely not be achieved. Specifications are for reference only and are subject to change. 2-14 Thermo Scientific...
- Page 81 5°C) as the recirculating fluid at a +20°C ambient condition, at nominal operating voltage. Other fluids, process temperatures, ambient temperatures, altitude or operating voltage will affect performance. Specifications are for reference only and are subject to change. Heat-up rates for the 100V baths will take approximately 25% longer than the 115V. 2-15 Thermo Scientific...
- Page 82 *The lowest usable temperature may be 13°C (23°F) warmer than room temperature, lower temperature ranges require supplemental cooling. **Add ~26 mm (1 inch) to D for drain fitting. ***See Section 3 for additional information. • Thermo Fisher Scientific reserves the right to change specifications without notice. 2-16 Thermo Scientific...
- Page 83 +20°C ambient condition, at nominal operating voltage. Other fluids, process temperatures, ambient temperatures, altitude or operating voltage will affect performance. Specifications are for reference only and are subject to change. Heat-up rates for the 100V baths will take approximately 25% longer than the 115V. 2-17 Thermo Scientific...
- Page 84 *The lowest usable temperature may be 13°C (23°F) warmer than room temperature, lower temperature ranges require supplemental cooling. **Add ~13 mm (1/2 inch) to D for drain fitting. • Thermo Fisher Scientific reserves the right to change specifications without notice. 2-18 Thermo Scientific...
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Page 85: Wetted Materials
Section 2 General Information STANDARD Immersion Stainless Steel Baths/Circulators Wetted Materials Circulator Stainless Steel 316 Viton Stainless Steel 304 EPDM EPDM (drain fitting) Ryton Ryton Ultem Zotek-N (cover seal) Vectra Polyphenylene oxide (PPO) Baths/ Stainless Steel Circulators Polyphenylenoxid 2-19 Thermo Scientific... -
Page 86: Installation
The maximum wall thickness is 25 mm (~1"). • The immersion depth is 75 to 145 mm (~3 to 5 "). • Your container must be sturdy enough to support the weight of the assembly, approximately 3.8 kilograms (8.5 pounds). 3-20 Thermo Scientific... -
Page 87: Bath Circulator
A45HC units utilize a flammable refrigerant (R290), risk of fire or explosion, do not use sharp objects to clean evaporator coil in the tank. 3-21 Thermo Scientific... -
Page 88: Ventilation
The outlet must be rated as suitable for the total power consumption of the circulator, see next page. Note If a bath and immersion circulator were purchased separately, follow the electrical requirements listed on the bath nameplate. 3-22 Thermo Scientific... - Page 89 11.3 2600 Country Specific All Heated 115/60/1 11.3 1300 N5-15 Baths/Circulators 100/50-60/1 10.0 1300 N5-15 230/50/1 2135 Country Specific 1. Volts ± 10% 2. Maximum amp draw 20 Amp Outlet 15 Amp Outlet (16 Amp) (12 Amp) 3-23 Thermo Scientific...
- Page 90 For refrigerated baths, never connect controller power inlet, A, to a power outlet. Never connect power outlet, B, to anything but an immersion circulator. Ensure the electrical cords do not come in contact with any of the plumbing connections or tubing. A45HC Only 3-24 Thermo Scientific...
- Page 91 • Connect the bath’s power cord, C, to a grounded power outlet. Ensure the electrical cords do not come in contact with any of the plumbing connections or tubing. C = Power Inlet from power supply 3-25 Thermo Scientific...
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Page 92: External Circulation
When using the internal bath only, the plumbing connections can be closed with the supplied plate and union nuts. To prevent damage to the circulator's plumbing, use a 19 mm backing wrench on the nut when removing/installing the external connections. 3-26 Thermo Scientific... -
Page 93: Usb Port
• tubes must not be folded or bent • after prolonged use, tubes may become brittle or they may get very soft, check them on a regular basis and replace if necessary • secure all tube connections using clamps 3-27 Thermo Scientific... -
Page 94: Tubing
The metal tubing is attached directly to the plumbing connections, gaskets are not required. Do not subject tubing to mechanical strain and ensure any specified bend radius is not exceeded. 3-28 Thermo Scientific... -
Page 95: Approved Fluids
It will also create steam. Water/glycol mixtures require top-offs with pure water, otherwise the percentage of glycol will increase resulting in high viscosity and poor performance. Polyphenylene oxide (PPO) Bath Circulators are used with water only. 3-29 Thermo Scientific... - Page 96 Reacts with Silicone Silicone Silicone Rubber Copper the pump. Silicone Light metals Bronze EC-Safety Data Sheet will be delivered together with each container of liquid. 3-30 Thermo Scientific...
- Page 97 (SC 150 and SC 150L circulators only) Thermo Fisher Scientific offers a range of heat transfer fluids for these temperature control applications. SYNTH 60 and SYNTH 260: (SC 150 and SC 150L circulators only) Synthetic thermal liquid with a medium life span (several months) and little smell annoyance. 3-31 Thermo Scientific...
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Page 98: Additional Fluid Precautions
• Always wear protective clothing, especially a face shield and gloves. • Avoid spattering on any of the circulator's components, always slowly add fluid. When adding, point the opening of a container away from yourself. • Use fume hoods. • Do not allow any ignition sources in the vicinity. 3-32 Thermo Scientific... - Page 99 The recommended level for use in a water system is between 0.5 to 5.0 ppm (of NaCl). Recommendation: Initially fill the reservoir with distilled or deionized water. Do not use untreated tap water as the total ionized solids level may be too high. This will reduce the electrolytic potential of the water and prevent or reduce the galvanic corrosion observed. 3-33 Thermo Scientific...
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Page 100: Filling Requirements
8 mm id tube on the drain. • slowly turn the drain plug until flow is observed. Turning the drain cap more than 1 1/2 turns will result in the drain cap and fitting coming off. In this case, the drain fitting can be screwed back on. Attaching the cap onto the fitting will aid in installation. If required, contact us for additional information. Installed Drain Fitting with Cap Removed 3-34 Thermo Scientific... - Page 101 Section 3 Installation 3-35 Thermo Scientific...
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Page 102: Operation
Settings-Display Options displayed language. See in this Section. Used for adjusting and resetting the High Temperature Cutout. Details are explained in this Section. 4-36 Thermo Scientific... -
Page 103: Setup
( 20.0°C Stop Symbol Note The pump starts immediately but refrigerated baths take up to 30 seconds before the compressor starts. Note After start up, check all the plumbing connections for leaks. Thermo Scientific 4-37... -
Page 104: Status Display
Ensure the stop symbol is highlighted, if not use the arrow keys to navi- gate to the symbol. Circulator Press . The circulator stops and the stop symbol turns into a start symbol ( Menu 20.0°C Stop Symbol 24.2°C 4-38 Thermo Scientific... -
Page 105: Power Down
The circuit protector located on the rear of the components is not intended to act as a disconnecting means. Restarting Note When quickly restarting, the compressor may take up to 10 min- utes before it starts to operate. Thermo Scientific 4-39... -
Page 106: Changing The Setpoint
Use the left and right arrows to move the cursor to the desired digit and then use the up and down arrows to change the value. Once all the desired changes are made, press to save the change. Note Using this procedure also changes the setpoint's stored value. 4-40 Thermo Scientific... -
Page 107: Menu Displays
1. From any submenu display, use the down arrow 2. Press to return to the Start Display. Menu button to highlight Application Settings Menu Display Options 20.0°C 24.2°C Menu Pressing from the Menu line returns you to the previous screen. Thermo Scientific 4-41... - Page 108 Section 4 Operation 4-42 Thermo Scientific...
- Page 109 Use the left and right arrows to move the cursor to the desired digit and then use the up and down arrows to change the value. Once all the desired changes are made, press to save the change to cancel it. Thermo Scientific 4-43...
- Page 110 Faults Warnings Menu (SC150/SC150L only) Menu Note The low level cutout is always enabled and if activated will generate a fault message. Press to return to the previous display. Press to return to the previous display. 4-44 Thermo Scientific...
- Page 111 Note The range is also limited by the bath Pump Adjustment is used to review/set the temperature range, see Section 2. desired pump speed. Pump Adjustment 1. With highlighted, press to display the speeds. Highlight the desired speed and press select it. High Menu Thermo Scientific 4-45...
- Page 112 Stop Bits 1 or 2 Parity Address (Displayed with RS485 only) Data Bits Supported protocols: AC, Standard, NC, Namur Menu See the Appendix for additional information. Note Keypad operation is still available with serial communications enabled. 4-46 Thermo Scientific...
- Page 113 Once the desired delay is displayed press Display Delay With enabled and the Start Display showing, if no arrows are pressed the Start Display will change to the Status Display after the delay expires, see pages 4-2 and 4-3. Thermo Scientific 4-47...
- Page 114 A10; 115V XXXXXXX.XX Menu With an invalid bath connected the display is: Without a bath connected the display is: Head SC150 Head SC150 XXXXXXX.XX XXXXXXX.XX Checksum XXXX Checksum XXXX Bath Invd xx Bath None XXXXXXX.XX XXXXXXX.XX Menu Menu 4-48 Thermo Scientific...
- Page 115 6. Scroll down to display , see page 5. With highlighted, press 4-16. to calibrate the internal temperature sensor. The procedure is covered on the next page,: Level Operator Password Reset Password Reset Calibration PID Tuning Calibration Menu Menu Thermo Scientific 4-49...
- Page 116 High xx.x You can later restore the same calibration by Restore User Cal highlighting and pressing xx.x Calibrate xx.x Menu Another option is to restore the factory calibra- Restore Factory tion values by highlighting and pressing 4-50 Thermo Scientific...
- Page 117 Menu 3 . If required, press to change the value. Once the desired value is displayed press again to save it. xx.x Factory values are: P = 00.6 x.xx I = 0.60 x.xx D = 0.00 Menu Thermo Scientific 4-51...
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Page 118: High Temperature Cutout
To restart the circulator press the black reset ring surrounding the red dial - and then press again. If Auto Restart is enabled the circulator restarts, if disabled use the Start Up procedure. Note: We recommend periodically rechecking operation or if the circulator is moved. 4-52 Thermo Scientific... -
Page 119: Decommissioning/Disposal
The circulator can be stored for up to 90 days inside the temperature range of -25°C to +60°C (-13°F to +140°F). If necessary, when removing the circulator from storage allow it time to warm up and dry out in order to prevent any condensation issues. Thermo Scientific 4-53... -
Page 120: Accessories
9. Place the lifting platform to the desired position and lock it by using the male knurled nuts. Female Knurled Nut (0032720) Socket (0032718) Male Knurled Nut (0032721) Bridge Position Stack (0032325) M15 Nut (9000144) Platform(Typical) 5-54 Thermo Scientific... -
Page 121: Immersion Cooler Bridge Installation
6. Remove the two screws securing the "dummy" panel to the immersion cooler bridge. 7. Insert the immersion circulator head through the hole. 8. Secure the head to the top panel using the two supplied panels. Immersion Cooler Head 5-55 Thermo Scientific... -
Page 122: Rack Assembly Instructions
A25B, A45HC, S21, S30 (160 x 145 mm) Optional Inserts S13 (160 x 100 mm) • 10 mm test tube holes • 16 mm test tube holes • 25 mm test tube holes • No holes Base Rack 5-56 Thermo Scientific... - Page 123 Cables are available from Thermo Fisher. 4. If desired, use the supplied Velcro tape to attach the adapter to a ® convenient location on the circulator. 5-57 Thermo Scientific...
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Page 124: Tubing
Foam rubber insulation for PVC, Viton, Silicone and Perbunan tubes 8 mm i.d. (available per meter) 806-0373 12 mm i.d. (available per meter) 806-0374 Fittings for plastic tubing 8 mm i.d. 001-1209 12 mm i.d. 001-1210 Coupling nut 001-0797 5-58 Thermo Scientific... - Page 125 Section 5 Accessories 5-59 Thermo Scientific...
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Page 126: Preventive Maintenance
Switch off the circulator and unplug the power cord. For ARCTIC A45HC 1 Remove the condenser panel. 2 Clean fins with brush or similar tool. 3 Replace the panel. For all other refrigerated baths: Clean the fins with compressed air. For extreme soiling a qualified technician will need to remove the cooling Tubing compressor casing. Inspect and tighten the tubing and clamps daily. 6-60 Thermo Scientific... -
Page 127: Grounding Strap And Nut
Low liquid level protection (SC 150 and SC 150L circulators) With the circulator on, use a screwdriver and slowly push down on the level sensor until the error message appears. See Section 7 for details on error messages. If not, have the circulator checked by a qualified technician. 6-61 Thermo Scientific... -
Page 131: Troubleshooting
Enter the controller menu and ensure the ENERGY SAVER mode is on in order for the system to maintain a stable temperature. Check for high thermal gradients (e.g., the application load is being turned on and off or rapidly changing). Thermo Scientific... - Page 132 35°C. USB Driver Not Recognized If your operating system does not automatically recognize the optional driver log on to: http://www.ftdichip.com/FTDrivers.htm for instructions. Please contact Thermo Fisher Scientific Sales Service and Customer Support if you need any additional information, see inside cover for contact instructions. Thermo Scientific...
- Page 133 Section 7 Troubleshooting Thermo Scientific...
- Page 134 AC Serial Communications Protocol Appendix Serial communication is accomplished either through the optional 9-pin Serial Communications Box or through the USB port on the immersion circulator. If your operating system does not automatically recognize the optional driver log on to: http://www.ftdichip.com/FTDrivers.htm for instructions. Note This appendix assumes you have a basic understanding of communications protocols.
- Page 135 Commands Table Commands All messages from master and slave are terminated with a carriage return [CR] Command Description Master Sample Slave Response Sends (echo off) Alternate units Read Temperature Internal [V]C Read Displayed Setpoint [V]C Read Internal RTA1 – Internal RTA5 RIRTA1 –...
- Page 136 Commands All messages from master and slave are terminated with a carriage return [CR] Command Description Master Sends Sample Slave Response Set Displayed Setpoint SS [V] Set Internal RTA1 – Internal RTA5 SIRTA1 – SIRTA5 [V] Set Setpoint X (X = 1 to 5) SSX [V] Set High Temperature Fault SHTF [V]...
- Page 137 RUFS Read Unit Fault Status This command returns 5 values. These are decimal representations of hexadecimal values. Each individual bit of the value represents a different warning, fault or status. decimal B5 B4 B3 B2 B1 B0 Value Description of bits Value Description of bits B0 –...
- Page 138 Refer to Key table on page 1 for explanation of symbols and their meanings. Examples: Set Setpoint: Read Temperature: Host Host Command [CR] Command [CR] Controller: Controller: Command [CR] [U] [CR] Accepted Read Temperature 2: Host: C [CR] Controller: Set Setpoint to -22°C when minimum allowed is -20°C: Minimum allowed is [V Host: - 2 2 CR M i n i...
- Page 139 Warranty Thermo Fisher Scientific warrants for 36 months from date of shipment the Thermo Scientific series of Immersion Circulators, ARCTIC refrigerated bath circulators, and SAHARA heated bath circulators according to the following terms. Any part of the circulator manufactured or supplied by Thermo Fisher Scientific and found in the reasonable judg- ment of Thermo Fisher to be defective in material or workmanship will be repaired at an authorized Thermo Fisher Repair Depot without charge for parts or labor.
- Page 140 Thermo Fisher Scientific 168 Third Avenue Waltham, Massachusetts 02451 United States www.thermofisher.com...
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