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General Purpose, Flammable Material Storage Explosion Proof Freezers Explosion-Proof Flammable Material Storage General Purpose 05LFEETSA 05EFEETSA 05FFEETSA 02LREETSA...
Safety Information Thank you for selecting Thermo Scientific products for your equipment needs. These instructions contain important operating and safety information. The user must carefully read and understand these instructions before using the unit. Your unit has been designed to optimize function, reliability, safety and ease of use. It is the user’s responsibility to install the unit in conformance with local electrical codes.
Intended Use Statement The Refrigerators/Freezers described in this manual are for professional use only. These products are intended for use in research for the storage of samples or inventory in the following temperature ranges : General purpose Freezers: -14 °C to -25 °C General purpose Refrigerators: 1 °C to 8 °C -21 °C to -28 °C...
Explosion-Proof Refrigerators and Freezers Overview Conventional refrigerators and freezers are not suitable for storing flammable materials. Such units have components in their electrical and refrigeration systems that can trigger explosions of flammable air-vapor mixtures inside the unit and/or in the immediate surrounding area.
XPLOSION ROOF NITS MODEL 05EFEETSA 21.5” Wide, Under-counter freezer Features: • Adjustable thermostat • Magnetic gasket • Hermetically-sealed compressor • Manual defrost • White color Refrigerator Chamber Dimensions Freezer Chamber Dimensions Total Vol. Exterior Dimensions Model Cu. Ft. H x W x D inches (cm)
Flammable Materials Storage Refrigerators and Freezers Overview Conventional refrigerators and freezers are not suitable for storing flammable materials. Such units have components in their electrical and refrigeration systems that can trigger explosions of flammable air-vapor mixtures inside the unit. Flammable Materials Storage (FMS) refrigerators/freezers are designed for use in locations, which are not classified by the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) as hazardous.
LAMMABLE ATERIALS TORAGE NITS MODEL 05FFEETSA 23.7” Wide Under Counter freezer Features: • 4.4 Cuft Under counter • Mechanical Thermostat • 3 Wired Shelves and 3 Door Shelves • Manual defrost Refrigerator Chamber Dimensions Freezer Chamber Dimensions Total Vol. Exterior Dimensions Model H x W x D inches (cm) Cu.
General-Purpose Laboratory Refrigerators and Freezers Overview These are general-purpose units available in all refrigerators, all freezers and combination refrigerator/ freezer models. These units are intended for basic laboratory use only. Storage of high-value, life science materials or clinical biological materials may require alarm, monitoring, back-up and temperature performance features.
ABORATORY UNITS ENERAL URPOSE MODEL 05LFEETSA 23.7” Wide, Under-counter freezer Features: • 4.4 Cuft Freezer • Adjustable mechanical Thermostat • Manual defrost • 3 Wired shelves and 3 Door Shelves • CSA Listed Refrigerator Chamber Dimensions Freezer Chamber Dimensions Total Vol. Exterior Dimensions Model H x W x D inches (cm)
Allow at least 1.25" above the top of the unit. For 05EFEETSA, 05FFEETSA, 05LFEETSA models: Allow 1" of space on the sides and the same amount of space between the back and the wall. Allow at least 4...
NSTALLATION Electrical Units must be connected to a grounded outlet matching the nameplate and/or the information furnished in this manual. If you are not sure about the outlet, you should contact a qualified electrician for assistance. Caution DO NOT REMOVE, under any The unit should always be connected to its own individual outlet.
NSTALLATION How to Seal Killark® Box Conduit with Fiber and Sealing Compound to Help Protect Against Explosions (Explosion-Proof Units Only): The purpose of the procedure that follows is to build fiber rope dams on the left and right hubs of the horizontal conduit. The fiber rope damns will surround conduit wiring that is housed inside the horizontal conduit.
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NSTALLATION Figure 2: Horizontal Conduit, Cutaway • Insert fiber rope material down into horizontal conduit opening. Pressing down firmly, work the material into the left hub and—most importantly—being sure the material COMPLETELY SURROUNDS THE WIRING, from the top to the bottom, completely blocking this end of the horizontal conduit.
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NSTALLATION • Pour sealing compound down in between the two fiber rope dams filling the remaining space. Pour slowly, being careful not to trap air bubbles. Immediately wipe off any spilled sealing compound. • Screw conduit domed-cover back onto conduit opening. NOTE: INITIAL SETUP OF SEALING COMPOUND WILL OCCUR IN APPROXIMATELY 30 MINUTES HOWEVER, THE SEALING COMPOUND REQUIRES A MINIMUM OF 8 HOURS ABOVE 32ºF TO DEVELOP SUFFICIENT STRENGTH TO WITHSTAND EXPLOSIONS.
Reversing the door Swing This freezer can be opened from either the right side or the left. By default, the door hinge is on the right side. If you prefer it on the left, please follow these instructions: NOTE: All of the parts that are removed must be kept for the reinstallation of the door.
Operation Environmental Operating Conditions POLLUTION DEGREE*: INSTALLATION CATEGORY*: ALTITUDE: 2000 Meters MSL (Mean Sea Level) HUMIDITY: 80% maximum, non-condensing ELECTRICAL SUPPLY: 120VAC or 240VAC VOLTAGE TOLERANCE: AMBIENT ±10% of normal rated line TEMPERATURE RANGE: 15ºC to 40ºC PRODUCT USAGE: This product is intended for use indoors only * Refer to IEC 664-1 Start-Up Procedure The markings on the thermostat knob range from 1...
PERATION How to Save Energy • Be sure to follow location suggestions as mentioned in the previous INSTALLATION section. • Wipe moisture from glassware or other materials before placing them in a unit. • Don't overcrowd the unit. Too many items can increase electrical energy demand in order to keep everything cool.
Troubleshooting In the event that your unit is not operating properly, check the following before calling for service assistance this may save you the cost of unnecessary service calls. Symptom Possible Cause of Problem Unit not operating. Make certain that the unit is connected to a grounded outlet. Make certain that temperature control knob is ON.
• Disconnect power cord from its outlet. Make no attempt to service or repair a • Thermo Scientific product under warranty Set the temperature control to the OFF position. before consulting your Thermo Scientific • The unit designs permit easy and rapid cleaning and dealer.
AINTENANCE Manu al Defrost Procedure Caution Do not use any sharp instrument, For the most efficient operation and minimum energy blade or scraper to remove ice consumption, defrost the freezer when the frost on the and frost on refrigerator surfaces freezer walls is excessive or 1/4 inch thick.
Replacement Parts To obtain replacement parts information and pricing, please call the Customer Service Department at 1-800-438-4851 and have the unit’s model, serial and code numbers available. This information is located on data plates on the rear of the unit.
Ordering Procedures Please refer to the Specification Plate for the complete model number, serial number, and series number when requesting service, replacement parts or in any correspondence concerning this unit. All parts listed herein may be ordered from the Thermo Scientific dealer from whom you purchased this unit or can be obtained promptly from the factory.
One Year Limited Warranty This Thermo Scientific product is warranted to be free of defects in materials and workmanship for one (1) year from the first to occur of (i) the date the product is sold by the manufacturer or (ii) the date the product is purchased by the original retail customer (the “Commencement Date”).
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Important For your future reference and when contacting the factory, please have the following information readily available: Model Number: Serial Number: Date Purchased: The above information can be found on the dataplate attached to the equipment. If available, please provide the date purchased, the source of purchase (manufacturer or specific agent/rep organization), and purchase order number.
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