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Binder APT.line KBF-LQC Series Operating Manual

For constant conditions with program control with ich compliant illumination and light quantum control and adjustable light cassettes
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Operating Manual
APT.line™ KBF-LQC (E5.2)
Climatic chamber for constant conditions
with program control
with ICH compliant illumination and Light Quantum Control
and adjustable light cassettes
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KBF-LQC 240 (E5.2)
KBF-LQC 240-UL (E5.2)
KBF-LQC 720 (E5.2)
KBF-LQC 720-UL (E5.2)
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Issue 12/2010
Art. No.
9020-0177, 9120-0177
9020-0161, 9120-0161
9020-0171, 9120-0171
9020-0170, 9120-0170
Post office box 102
D-78502 Tuttlingen
+49 7462 2005 0
+49 7462 2005 100
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  • Page 1 KBF-LQC 240 (E5.2) 9020-0177, 9120-0177 KBF-LQC 240-UL (E5.2) 9020-0161, 9120-0161 KBF-LQC 720 (E5.2) 9020-0171, 9120-0171 KBF-LQC 720-UL (E5.2) 9020-0170, 9120-0170 BINDER GmbH Address Post office box 102 D-78502 Tuttlingen Tel. +49 7462 2005 0 +49 7462 2005 100 Internet http://www.binder-world.com E-mail info@binder-world.com...
  • Page 2 EG – KONFORMITÄTSERKLÄRUNG EC - DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY CE - DECLARATION DE CONFORMITE BINDER GmbH Anbieter / Supplier / Fournisseur: Im Mittleren Ösch 5, D-78532 Tuttlingen Anschrift / Address / Adresse: Klimaschränke für Konstantklima mit Programmregelung Produkt / Product / Produit: Climatic chambers for constant conditions with program control Enceintes climatiques pour des conditions constantes à...
  • Page 3 à la fonction des matériels portatifs d’essai, de mesure et de surveillance utilisés dans des systèmes de distribution basse tension. D-78532 Tuttlingen, 04.02.2009 BINDER GmbH P. M. Binder V. Siegle Geschäftsführender Gesellschafter Leiter F & E Managing Director Head of R &...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Manual fresh water supply via external freshwater can (option) ..........27 4.3.3 Connection kit for connection to the water main ..............27 4.3.4 Safety kit: Hose burst protection device with reflux protection device (available via BINDER Individual)..........................28 Electrical connection .........................29 Installation and connection of the light cassettes ................30 Connecting the light sensors......................31...
  • Page 5 13.1 Function of the humidifying and dehumidifying system ..............69 14. DEFROSTING AT REFRIGERATING OPERATION..........71 15. ICH COMPLIANT ILLUMINATION ACCORDING TO CPMP/ICH/279/95 (Q1B). 72 15.1 BINDER ICH light..........................72 15.2 Adjustable light cassettes .........................73 16. CHARACTERISTIC FEATURES OF THE LIGHT SENSORS......75 16.1 LUX sensor ............................75...
  • Page 6 18.2 Replacement of the fluorescent tubes ....................87 18.3 Calibrating the light sensors and adjusting the controller display.............87 18.4 Cleaning and decontamination ......................88 18.5 Sending the unit back to BINDER GmbH ..................89 19. DISPOSAL......................90 19.1 Disposal of the transport packing .....................90 19.2 Decommissioning..........................90...

  • Page 7: Safety

    Understanding and observing the instructions in this operating manual are prerequisites for hazard-free use and safety during operation and maintenance. In no event shall BINDER be held liable for any dam- ages, direct or incidental arising out of or related to the use of this manual.

  • Page 8: Safety Alert Symbol

    WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious (irreversible) injury. CAUTION Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in moderate or minor (reversible) injury. CAUTION Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in damage to the product and/or its functions or of a property in its proximity.

  • Page 9: Word Message Panel Structure

    Prohibition signs Do NOT touch Do NOT spray with Do NOT climb water Information to be observed in order to ensure optimum function of the product. 1.2.4 Word message panel structure Type / cause of hazard. Possible consequences. ∅ Instruction how to avoid the hazard: prohibition Instruction how to avoid the hazard: mandatory action.
  • Page 10 Figure 1: Position of labels on the unit front KBF-LQC Figure 2: Position of labels on the unit front KBF-LQC-UL KBF-LQC (E5.2) 12/2010 page 10/106...

  • Page 11: Type Plate

    Figure 3: Position of labels on the unit rear Keep safety labels complete and legible. Replace safety labels that are no longer legible. Contact BINDER Service for these replacements. Type plate Position of type plate: left unit side (seen from front), at the bottom right-hand.

  • Page 12: General Safety Instructions On Installing And Operating The Climatic Chamber

    (for Germany. BINDER GmbH is only responsible for the safety features of the unit provided skilled electricians or quali- fied personnel authorized by BINDER perform all maintenance and repair, and if components relating to chamber safety are replaced in the event of failure with original spare parts.
  • Page 13 The climatic chamber KBF-LQC does not dispose of any measures of explosion protection. DANGER Explosion hazard. Danger of death. ∅ Do NOT introduce any substance into the climatic chamber which is combustible or explosive at working temperature. ∅ NO explosive dust or air-solvent mixture in the inner chamber. Any solvent contained in the charging material must not be explosive or inflammable.

  • Page 14: Intended Use

    Intended use Climatic chambers series KBF-LQC are suitable for exact conditioning of harmless materials. A mixture of any component of the charging material with air must NOT be explosive. The operating temperature must lie below the flash point or below the sublimation point of the charging material. Observing the instructions in this operating manual and conducting regular maintenance work (chap.

  • Page 15: Unit Description

    A resistance humidifying system humidifies the air. For this purpose, use deionized (demineralized) wa- ter. The option BINDER Pure Aqua Service permits using the chamber with any degree of water hard- ness. The inner chamber, the pre-heating chamber and the inside of the doors are all made of stainless steel (material no.

  • Page 16: Unit Overview

    The chambers can be operated in a temperature range from 0 °C / 32°F up to 70 °C / 158°F (without light cassettes) / from 10 °C / 50°F up to 60 °C / 140°F (with illumination) and in a humidity range of 10% r.H. to 80% r.H.

  • Page 17: Instrument Panel For Kbf-Lqc

    2.2 Instrument panel for KBF-LQC Figure 6: Triangle instrument panel KBF-LQC Microprocessor program controller MB1 with 2-channel technology for temperature and humidity, display of the actual light values and cumulative measurement of the light doses of UVA and the visible spectral range. Rocker switch to display either the actual light values (switch in position ON –...

  • Page 18: Lateral Control Panel, Right Side Kbf-Lqc

    Lateral control panel, right side KBF-LQC Figure 7: Lateral control panel KBF-LQC at the right side of the humidity module with options analog outputs, alarm contact, and additional Pt100 sensor Main power switch ON/OFF Humidity switch ON/OFF DIN-socket additional Pt100 temperature sensor (option) DIN-socket analog outputs (option) DIN-socket alarm contact (option) Ethernet interface for computer communication with indication of the MAC address...

  • Page 19: Lateral Control Panel, Left Side

    3.3 (10) Switch for ICH compliant illumination cool white (11) Switch for ICH compliant illumination BINDER Q1B Synergy Light (UVA + cool white) (12) Key switch to turn on and off and to reset the integrator (13) Not used (14) Temperature safety device class 3.1 (part of option safety device class 3.3)

  • Page 20: Completeness Of Delivery, Transportation, Storage, And Installation

    Note on second-hand units (Ex-Demo-Units): Second-hand units are units that have been used for a short time for tests or exhibitions. They are thor- oughly tested before resale. BINDER ensures that the chamber is technically sound and will work flaw- lessly.

  • Page 21: Guidelines For Safe Lifting And Transportation

    • If the steam humidifying system has NOT been emptied: +3 °C / 37.4°F to +60 °C / 140°F. • After BINDER Service has emptied the steam humidifying system: -10 °C / 14°F to +60 °C / 140°F. With temperatures below +3 °C / 37.4°F, water must be completely removed from the humidifying sys- tem.

  • Page 22: Location Of Installation And Ambient Conditions

    Storage below +3 °C / 37.4°F with filled steam humidifying system. Freezing in the steam generator. Damage to the unit. Contact BINDER Service before any transportation below +3 °C / 37.4°F. Permissible ambient humidity: max. 70 % r.H., non-condensing CAUTION Condensation by excess humidity.
  • Page 23 • Installation height: max. 2000 m above sea level. A water tap (1 bar to 10 bar) is necessary for the installation of the humidification system (chap. 4.3). If no suitable house water connection is available, you can manually supply water by filling the freshwater can (option, chap.

  • Page 24: Installation And Connections

    Installation and connections Spacers for rear wall distance Please fix both spacers with the delivered screws at the unit rear. This serves to ensure the prescribed minimum distance to the rear wall of 100 mm / 3.94 in. Figure 9: Spacer for rear wall distance Figure 10: Rear KBF-LQC with mounted spacers KBF-LQC (E5.2) 12/2010 page 24/106...

  • Page 25: Wastewater Connection

    Wastewater connection Fasten the wastewater hose to the waste-water connection “OUT” (18) on the rear of the unit (olive ∅ 14 mm). Observe the following points: • You can use a part of the delivered water hose as a drainage hose. In case another hose is used, it has to be permanently resistant against at least 95 °C / 203°F.

  • Page 26: Freshwater Supply

    • Deionized water from a water treatment installation already existing at the customer's site. Maximum conductivity: 20 µS/cm. • Water treated by the optional water treatment system BINDER Pure Aqua Service (disposable sys- tem). A reusable measuring equipment to asses the water quality is included (chap. 17.10).

  • Page 27: Manual Fresh Water Supply Via External Freshwater Can (Option)

    4.3.2 Manual fresh water supply via external freshwater can (option) If no house water connection with suitable water is available, you can manually supply water by filling a freshwater can (option, volume: 20 liters / 0.71 cu.ft.). You can fix the freshwater can at the rear of the unit or place it next to the unit (chap.

  • Page 28: Safety Kit: Hose Burst Protection Device With Reflux Protection Device (Available Via Binder Individual)

    4.3.4 Safety kit: Hose burst protection device with reflux protection device (available via BINDER Individual) For protection of the drinking water system, acc. to DIN 1988 part 4, and against flooding caused by burst water hoses, a safety kit with reflux protection device is available.

  • Page 29: Electrical Connection

    Release of the reflux protection device: In case the burst protection device interrupted the water supply, find first the reason and remove it as far as necessary. Close the water tap. Release the valve by a half left-turn of the upper knurled part. You can hear the release of the valve as a clicking noise.

  • Page 30: Installation And Connection Of The Light Cassettes

    Remark when operating with a power frequency of 60 Hz: WARNING High leakage current. Electrical hazard. Earth connection essential before connecting supply. Check socket before inserting plug. When connected to a power supply 1N~ with a frequency of 60 Hz, a leakage current of more than 3.5 mAmp is possible.

  • Page 31: Connecting The Light Sensors

    Connecting the light sensors Two light sensors to measure illumination and UV-intensity can be freely positioned in the inner chamber. The sensors are equipped with a cable of at least 1.3 m length. They are plugged in the LEMO sockets marked “V-λ SENSOR” or “UVA SENSOR” in the inner chamber.

  • Page 32: Start Up

    Start up • After connecting the supply lines (chap. 4), turn on the unit by the main power switch (3). • Open the water-tap for freshwater supply. Alternatively, fill the freshwater can (option, chap. 17.9). • Turn on the humidifying and dehumidifying system with switch (4) (humidity switch ON/OFF). After turning on the chamber for the first time, or after an interruption of the power supply, the relative humidity will increase only after a delay of about 20 minutes.

  • Page 33: Operating Modes

    500. Programming can be done directly through the keypad of the controller or graphically through the soft- ware APT-COM™ 3 DataControlSystem (option, chap. 17.1) specially developed by BINDER. Performance after power failures After the power returns, the unit continues operating in the operating mode actual before power failure.

  • Page 34: Turning On The Unit

    Turning on the unit Set the main power switch (3) to position I. The pilot lamp shows the unit is ready for operation. Observe a delay time of about 30s between turning Off and On again. Otherwise an initializa- tion problem might occur (display showing e.g. “–1999”). Note that the chamber is in stand-by mode when the main power switch is in position I and the controller display is dark.

  • Page 35: Settings Of The Controller Mb1

    Settings of the controller MB1 Selection of the menu language The display program controller MB1 controls the temperature and humidity inside the climatic chamber and permits apart from displaying the actual values cumulative measurement of the light doses of UVA and the visible spectral range.

  • Page 36: Function Overview Of Program Controller Mb1 Displays

    CONFIG VIEW-> VIEW-> The Normal display enables comparison of the cur- BINDER Service contact display. rent temperature and humidity (W) to the set-point values (X) or shows the fan working rate. NORMAL DISPLAY Idle Mode 08:43:55 15.12 .09 08:43:55 15.12.09 20.0...

  • Page 37: Menu Settings In The "User-Settings" Menu

    EVENT LIST CHART RECORDER FUNCTION 08:43:55 15.12.09 08:43:55 15.12.09 Graphical display of the current temperature and Overview over the last 16 events or error occur- humidity, and light data, and review of the previous rences of the unit. measurements on a historical display. A memory interval of 5s corresponds to a supervision period of 2.5 days Menu settings in the “User-settings”...

  • Page 38: Menu Settings In The "User Level" Menu

    The setting of the tolerance limit of the safety controller (chap. 11.2) is dis- Safety control.Set played. You cannot change it in this view. The measuring result of the safety controller (chap. 11.2) is displayed. The Safety control.Act safety controller compares the value measured by a second independent temperature sensor to the entered tolerance limit.

  • Page 39: Graphic Representation Of The Historical Measurement (Chart Recorder Function)

    Graphic representation of the historical measurement (chart recorder function) The representation of data imitates a chart recorder and allows recalling any set of measured data at any point of time taken from the recorded period. Normal display of the chart recorder function: Top left: The actual date and time are displayed.
  • Page 40 You can also directly enter any cursor position as a numerical input. History representation: Toggling to any defined moment: 11:34:27 15.12.09 Press button . The window “Cursor position” opens to enter date and time. Cursor position Select date or time with the arrow buttons and confirm Date 15.12.09 with ENTER.

  • Page 41: Setting The Storage Rate

    Setting the storage rate 11:44:17 20.12.09 User-Settings Configuration 2 Configuration 1 CONFIG Parameters Choose variation 11:44:17 20.12.09 User-Settings Configuration 2 Configuration 1 Parameters Choose variation User-Code ? Grenzwert +00001 Offset Configuration 1 Diagram view Feed view Time/div Event tracks Datalogging Interface Analog view Datalogging...

  • Page 42: Manual Mode

    Manual Mode In Manual Mode (HAND) you can enter a temperature set-point, a humidity set-point, the fan speed (0% to 100%), and the target dose values of UVA and visible spectral range can be entered. You can enter the switching-state of up to 8 operation lines (non-functional with standard unit). All settings remain valid for Manual Mode (HAND) until the next manual change, also if the unit had been turned off or in case of toggling to Idle Mode or Program Mode (AUTO).
  • Page 43 When incidentally pressing the EXIT button during Manual Mode operation, the controller will change to Idle Mode and thus will not adjust any more to the program set-points. We recommend keyboard locking (chap. 17.7, available via BINDER Individual) during opera- tion.

  • Page 44: Entering The Set Point Values When Operating Without Illumination

    For a negative set-point entry, enter the numerical value first and only then the negative sign (-). When operating without humidity (humidity switch (4) OFF) set the humidity set-point in Man- ual Mode to 0 % r.H. in order to avoid alarms (in case of the humidity deviating by more than +/- 5% from the set-point).

  • Page 45: Function Of Light Measurement, And Integration: Light Quantum Control

    Function of light measurement, and integration: Light Quantum Control The KBF-LQC is equipped with fluorescent tubes for UVA and the visible spectral range. These fluores- cent tubes can be manually switched on (switch in position “I“) using switches (10) and (11) located in the left lateral control panel.

  • Page 46: Toggling Between Displays Of Actual And Integrated Values

    Independent of the controller operating mode the units of the actual values „LIGHT kLUX W/m “ or the doses „DOSES MLUXh Wh/m “ are displayed down at the left according to the position of the rocker switch (2). The actual values of UVA and VIS or their integrated values are displayed accordingly under X. Every minute the integrated values of UVA and VIS increase by the respective actual value.

  • Page 47: Program Operation Of The Temperature, And Humidity Controller

    8 operation lines (non-functional with standard unit) can be entered. Programming is possible directly by the keypad of the controller or graphically by the software APT- COM™ 3 DataControlSystem (option, chap. 17.1) specially developed by BINDER. When manually switching the fluorescent tubes, light integration is possible (chap 9).

  • Page 48: Entry Of Temperature Values And Fan Speed

    10.2 Entry of temperature values and fan speed 08:43:57 15.12.09 Pr og. Select. Pr og 1 PROG 01 Prog 1 PROG 01 Pr og 2 PROG 02 TP- Program 1 Pr og 3 PROG 03 TP- Program 2 Pr og 4 PROG 04 TP- Program 3 Pr og 5...
  • Page 49 08:43:55 15.02.02 08:43:55 15.12.09 To enter values, select the corresponding line via the arrow keys. Hit the ENTER button. The program editor appears. Enter the individual values of the selected program section. Program editor Abs.Nr. 6 Setpoint 1 +100.0 **** . * Operating contacts Time 00:45:00...

  • Page 50: Entry Of Humidity Values

    Performance after completing the program: The controller changes to Idle Mode. Heating, refrigeration, and humidification are inactive; the chamber approximates ambient temperature. The fan turns at 50% rate. When the illumination is operating, the inner chamber temperature may rise considerably after the end of the program.

  • Page 51: Selecting Between Set-Point Ramp And Set-Point Step

    Entering the set point values when operating without illumination: Adapt the setting of the humidity set-point according to the table in chap. 8.2. Performance after completing the program: The controller changes to Idle Mode. Heating, refrigeration, and humidification are inactive; the chamber approximates ambient temperature.

  • Page 52: Program Entry As Set-Point Ramp Or As Set-Point Step

    10.5 Program entry as set-point ramp or as set-point step In order to avoid incorrect programming, we recommend plotting the temperature profile and the humidity profile (chart templates in chap. 10.11 and 10.12) and entering the values into a table (templates in chap 10.13 and 10.14).
  • Page 53 Program entry as set-point step (example of a temperature program) W/°C Tolerance maximum Tolerance minimum t/min. Program table corresponding to the diagram above: Program Set-point Section time Operation Target No. of Min. Max. section temp. lines section cycles tolerance tolerance 100 % 00:30:00 -1999...

  • Page 54: Advice For The Programming Of The Different Temperature Or Humidity Transitions

    The MB1 controller displays more menu entries than those described in this manual. These are password protected because they are relevant for service purpose only and the user must not modify them. Only service authorized by BINDER shall access those entries. KBF-LQC (E5.2) 12/2010...

  • Page 55: Repetition Of A Section Or Several Sections Within A Program

    10.7 Repetition of a section or several sections within a program The example of a set-point ramp temperature program of chap. 10.5 will serve as an example. The shaded sections 02 and 03 shall be repeated e.g. 30 times. Program Set-point Section time Operation...

  • Page 56: Starting A Previously Entered Program

    10.9 Starting a previously entered program The program has to be previously entered via a programming table (chap. 10.5, 10.7). 08:43:55 15.12.09 Idle mode 22.1 20.0 TEMP °C heating refrigerating function, 21.7 30.0 HUMID no humidification. The fan turns at 50% rate (factory setting).

  • Page 57: Template For Temperature Profile

    10.11 Template for temperature profile Programmer: Program No. (1 to 25): Date: Program title: Operation lines are without function Project: °C Time KBF-LQC (E5.2) 12/2010 page 57/106...

  • Page 58: Template For Humidity Profile

    10.12 Template for humidity profile Programmer: Program No. (1 to 25): Date: Program title: Operation lines are without function Project: % r.H. Tim e KBF-LQC (E5.2) 12/2010 page 58/106...

  • Page 59: Program Table Template For Temperature And Fan Speed Rate

    10.13 Program table template for temperature and fan speed rate Programmer: Program No. (1 to 25): Date: Program title: Operation lines are without function Project: Section Set-point Fan speed Section time Operation lines Start section for Number of re- Tolerance Tolerance Parameter repeat cycles...

  • Page 60: Program Table Template For Humidity

    10.14 Program table template for humidity Programmer: Program No. (1 to 25) Date: Program title: Operation lines are without function Project: Section Set-point Fan speed Section time Operation lines Start section for Number of Toler. minimum Toler. maximum Parameter (no function) repeat cycles repeat cycles Humidity...

  • Page 61: Temperature Safety Devices

    The user cannot restart the device again. The protective cut-off device is located internally. Only a service specialist can replace it. Therefore, please contact an authorized service pro- vider or BINDER Service. 11.2 Safety controller (temperature safety device class 3.1) The climatic chamber is equipped with an over temperature safety device class 3.1 acc.
  • Page 62 11.2.2 Checking and setting safety controller set-point type and safety controller set- point User-settings Instrument data Contrast Displ. Power down Contin. operation User Level Safety control. Set. 42.0 °C Grundeinstellung Safety control. Act 39,8 °C User level code no. 1 (factory setting) User Level Date and time Summer time...

  • Page 63: Temperature Safety Device Class 3.3 (Din 12880) (Option)

    11.3 Temperature safety device class 3.3 (DIN 12880) (option) With the option over/under temperature protective device (temperature safety device class 3.3 acc. to DIN 12880) the unit is equipped with two additional safety devices (class 3.1 and class 3.2). The combi- nation of the safety devices is regarded as a safety device class 3.3.

  • Page 64: Temperature Safety Device Class 3.2

    Setting: To check the response temperature of the safety device class 3.1, turn on the chamber and set the de- sired set point at the temperature controller. The sections of the scale from 1 to 10 correspond to the temperature range from 0 °C / 32°F to 120 °C / 248°F and serve as a setting aid.

  • Page 65: Notification And Alarm Functions

    Check the setting regularly and adjust it following changes of set-point or charge. Notification and alarm functions 12.1 Notification and alarm system overview (auto diagnosis system) The unit provides notification and alarm functions, which indicate messages in up to three steps: 1.
  • Page 66 Door open DOOR OPEN DOOR OPEN immediately after 5 min. With option locking of the keyboard (BINDER Individual, chap. 17.7): Locked keyboard KEY LOCK immediately Power failure immediately The indicated intervals refer to the time after occurrence of the error or notified condition.

  • Page 67: Resetting The Notification Or Alarm Messages

    +/- 2 °C resp. +/- 5 % r.H. With values outside this range, contact BINDER service. If the humidity deviates by more than +/- 5 % r.H. from the set-point, this triggers an alarm message.

  • Page 68: Humidity System

    Humidity system The humidity system is turned on with humidity switch (4) located in the right lateral control panel. The climatic chamber KBF-LQC is equipped with a capacitive humidity sensor. This results in a control accuracy of up to ± 3 % r.H. of the set point. The temperature-humidity diagrams (Figure 23) show the possible working ranges for humidity.

  • Page 69: Function Of The Humidifying And Dehumidifying System

    Entry of the humidity set-point 0 % in defined program sections permits completely turning off humidity in Program Mode and thus attaining faster temperature changes. The climatic chamber KBF-LQC is equipped with a door heating system to prevent condensation in the door area. If the set points for temperature or humidity are outside the optimum range, condensation can arise in the door area.
  • Page 70 • Water intake temperature NOT below +5 °C / 41°F and not exceeding 40 °C / 104°F. BINDER GmbH is NOT responsible for the water quality at the customer. Any problems and malfunctions that might arise following use of water of deviating quality is excluded from liability by BINDER GmbH.

  • Page 71: Defrosting At Refrigerating Operation

    Defrosting at refrigerating operation BINDER climatic chambers are very diffusion-proof. To ensure high temperature precision there is no automatic cyclic defrosting device. The DCT™ refrigerating system largely avoids icing of the evaporation plates. Nevertheless, at very low temperatures the moisture in the air can condense on the evaporator plates leading to icing.

  • Page 72: Ich Compliant Illumination According To Cpmp/Ich/279/95 (Q1B)

    • Optimum homogeneity of the spectral distribution and the intensities in LUX and UVA on the shelf surface, even with high intensity values, obtained by the BINDER ICH light and the special lens of the headlight. This guarantees that all samples receive the same radiation doses, thus permitting very precise test conditions for photo stability tests.

  • Page 73: Adjustable Light Cassettes

    The relative spectral distribution meets the F6 standard (cool white) acc. to ISO 10977. Fluorescent tube “BINDER Q1B Synergy Light”: T8 fluorescent tube in form of a rod with a tube di- ameter of 26mm. Length according to chamber size 600 mm or 900 mm. Emissive range in the visible spectral range 400 to 800 nm.
  • Page 74 The fluorescent tubes are turned on by two switches (10) and (11) on the left lateral control panel (switches in position “I“). (10) Switch for ICH compliant illumination BINDER Q1B Synergy Light (light color 640 cool white and UVA) (11) Switch for ICH compliant illumination cool white (light color 640) The fluorescent tubes can be turned on manually by switches (10) and (11) or by entering a dose set- point value in Manual Mode higher than a dose value already reached.

  • Page 75: Characteristic Features Of The Light Sensors

    Characteristic features of the light sensors The sensors can be plugged inside the inner chamber what makes it easy to take them out for calibration or replacement. Intensity of illumination [LUX] and UV [W/m ] are measured by optical sensors inside chambers with ICH illumination equipment (actual value display) and are temporally integrated (dose value display).

  • Page 76: Spatial Sensitivity

    Using a solution in an ampoule the photochemical effect is determined directionally independent. Use of spherical sensors in the BINDER measurement system imitates this quantification of the photochemically effective radiation in optimal approximation and permits an exposition exactly responding to the demands of ICH guideline Q1B.
  • Page 77 In case of exclusive use of entirely flat samples without spatial extension (e.g. spreaded sam- ples, films), overrating of the light really impinging on the plane surface is possible. Please contact BINDER Individual for a solution. If an independent reference measuring device shall be used to directly compare the light in- tensities, it must bear the same spatial sensitivity characteristics (spherical) as the sensors of the BINDER system.

  • Page 78: Options

    BINDER Data Loggers are equipped with a keyboard and a large LCD display, alarm functions and a real-time function. Measurement data are recorded in the Data Logger and can be read out after the measurement via the RS232 interface of the Data Logger.

  • Page 79: Analog Outputs For Temperature And Humidity (Option)

    17.4 Analog outputs for temperature and humidity (option) With this option the chamber is equipped with analog outputs 4-20 mA for temperature and humidity. These outputs allow transmitting data to external data registration systems or devices. The connection is realized as a DIN socket (6) in the right lateral control panel as follows: ANALOG OUTPUT 4-20 mA DC PIN 1: Temperature –...

  • Page 80: Water Protected Internal Socket (Option - Not For Ul Units)

    In case of power failure, transmission of the alarm via zero-voltage relay outputs remains active for the duration of the power failure. Afterwards, both contacts close automatically. When using the communication software APT-COM™ 3 DataControlSystem (option, chap. 17.1) via the Ethernet interface of the climatic chamber for data acquisition, the alarm is not automatically transmitted to the APT-COM™...

  • Page 81: Keyboard Locking (Available Via Binder Individual)

    17.7 Keyboard locking (available via BINDER Individual) The keyboard of the MB1 controller can be locked and unlocked via the key switch (option). In the locked position, no entries to the controller are possible. • Locked keyboard: Switch position vertical •...

  • Page 82: External Freshwater And Waste-Water Cans (Option)

    17.9 External freshwater and waste-water cans (option) If no suitable house water connection is available, you can manually supply water by filling the optional external freshwater can. There is an additional external water can for the waste water. Volume: 20 liters / 0.71 cu.ft. The cans are placed in holding devices, which you can fix directly at the rear of the unit or place them next to the unit.
  • Page 83 (2) Cable connections Connect the plug of the cable to the socket (22) at the rear of the unit. The socket (22) is marked with a sticker: Socket (22) (17) (18) Figure 37: Connections at the unit rear KBF-LQC 240 (3) Hose connections Plug the freshwater hose to the hose connection (21) above the freshwater can and secure it with a hose clamp.

  • Page 84: Mounting The Waste-Water Can

    17.9.2 Mounting the waste-water can (1) Fixing (if required) Hang the can with its holding device on its 4 carriers at the free space next to the freshwater can. (2) Hose connections Plug the waste-water hose to the hose connection (23) of the can and secure it with a hose clamp. You can use a part of the regularly delivered water hose.

  • Page 85: Mounting With Wastewater Recycling

    17.9.3 Mounting with wastewater recycling With a clean chamber interior you can reuse the wastewater from the unit. Connect the wastewater connection of the chamber (18) with the freshwater hose connection (24) of the freshwater can. CAUTION Soiling of the vapor humidification system. Damage to the unit.

  • Page 86: Binder Pure Aqua Service (Option)

    17.10 BINDER Pure Aqua Service (option) The optional BINDER water treatment system (disposable system) serves to treat tap water. The lifetime depends on water quality and the amount of treated water. The measuring equipment to assess the water quality is reusable.

  • Page 87: Replacement Of The Fluorescent Tubes

    We recommend taking out a maintenance agreement. Please consult BINDER Service: BINDER telephone hotline: +49 (0) 7462 2005 555 BINDER fax hotline: +49 (0) 7462 2005 93555 BINDER e-mail hotline: service@binder-world.com BINDER service hotline USA: +1 866 885 9794 or +1 631 224 4340 (toll-free in the USA)

  • Page 88: Cleaning And Decontamination

    As the system password is needed to access the service level, a service technician authorized and trained by BINDER must execute the adjustment. Recalibrating the light sensors is possible by sending in the sensors to BINDER factory service, as is the following adjustment of the controller display directly at the climatic chamber.

  • Page 89: Sending The Unit Back To Binder Gmbh

    18.5 Sending the unit back to BINDER GmbH If you return a BINDER product to us for repair or any other reason, we will only accept the product upon presentation of an authorization number that has previously been issued to you. An authorization number will be issued after receiving your complaint either in writing or by telephone prior to your sending the BINDER product back to us.

  • Page 90: Disposal

    (Elektro- und Elektronikgerätegesetz, ElektroG) from 23 March 2005, BGBl. I p. 762 or contact BINDER service who will organize taking back and disposal of the unit according to the German national law for electrical and electronic equipment (Elektro- und Elektronikgerätegesetz, ElektroG) from 23 March 2005,...

  • Page 91: Disposal Of The Unit In The Member States Of The Ec Except For The Federal Republic Of Germany

    Instruct BINDER service to dispose of the device. The general terms of payment and delivery of BINDER GmbH apply, which were valid at the time of purchasing the unit. Certified companies disassemble waste BINDER equipment in primary substances for recycling accord- ing to directive 2002/96/EC.

  • Page 92: Disposal Of The Unit In Non-Member States Of The Ec

    If your distributor is not able to take back and dispose of the unit, please contact BINDER service. Certified companies disassemble waste BINDER equipment in primary substances for recycling accord- ing to directive 2002/96/EC. The devices must be free from toxic, infectious or radioactive substances in order to eliminate any health hazards to the employees of the recycling companies.

  • Page 93: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Fault description Possible cause Required measures Heating Chamber heating permanently, Controller defective. Contact BINDER service. set-point not held. Semiconductor relay defective. Controller not well adjusted, or Calibrate and adjust controller. adjustment interval exceeded. Chamber doesn’t heat up. Pt 100 sensor defective.
  • Page 94 Humidity fluctuation, together Place of installation too hot. Select cooler place of installation with temperature fluctuation > 1 or contact BINDER service. °C at set-point ca. 3 °C over am- bient temperature. No or too low dehumidification. Capillary tube blocked Contact BINDER service.
  • Page 95 (chap. 4.3.4). Inspection of the valve by a plum- ber. Only qualified service personnel authorized by BINDER must perform repair. Repaired units must comply with the BINDER quality standards. KBF-LQC (E5.2) 12/2010 page 95/106...

  • Page 96: Technical Description

    December 1996 by TÜV CERT). All test equipment used is subject to the administration of measurement and test equipment that is also a constituent part of the BINDER QM DIN EN ISO 9001 systems. They are controlled and calibrated to a DKD-Standard at regular intervals.

  • Page 97: Kbf-Lqc Technical Data

    21.4 KBF-LQC technical data Unit size Exterior dimensions Width mm / inch 925 / 36.42 1250 / 49.21 Height (incl. castors) mm / inch 1460 / 57.48 1925 / 75.79 Depth mm / inch 880 / 34.65 887 / 34.92 Depth including door handle, I-triangle, connection mm / inch 850 / 33.46...
  • Page 98 77°F and a power supply voltage fluctuation of +/-10%. The temperature data is determined in accor- dance to BINDER factory standard following DIN 12880, observing the recommended wall clearances of 10 % of the height, width and depth of the inner chamber. Technical data refers to 100% fan speed.

  • Page 99: Equipment And Options Kbf-Lqc

    Securing elements for additional fastening of racks (4 pieces) Light cassette Set fluorescent tubes ICH light (light color 640 cool white + BINDER Q1B Synergy Light) for 1 light cas- sette Temperature safety device class 3.3 acc. to DIN 12880...

  • Page 100: Spare Parts

    1 meter is required (chap. 4.2). 21.6 Spare parts BINDER GmbH is responsible for the safety features of the unit only, provided skilled electri- cians or qualified personnel authorized by BINDER perform all maintenance and repair, and if components relating to chamber safety are replaced in the event of failure with original spare parts.
  • Page 101 Description Art. no. Temperature sensor 2x Pt 100 straight 5002-0043 Humidity sensor 5002-0143 Data Logger Kit TH 70 8012-0716 Data Logger Kit TH 70/70 8012-0717 Door switch 5019-0009 Humidification module 8009-0415 Calibration certificate 8012-0154 Extension for calibration certificate (additional value) 8012-0155 Measuring protocol acc.

  • Page 102: Dimensions Kbf-Lqc 240

    21.7 Dimensions KBF-LQC 240 KBF-LQC (E5.2) 12/2010 page 102/106...

  • Page 103: Dimensions Kbf-Lqc 720

    21.8 Dimensions KBF-LQC 720 KBF-LQC (E5.2) 12/2010 page 103/106...

  • Page 104: Contamination Clearance Certificate

    Contamination clearance certificate Unbedenklichkeitsbescheinigung Declaration with regard to safety and health Erklärung zur Sicherheit and gesundheitlichen Unbedenklichkeit The German Ordinance on Hazardous Substances (GefStofV), and the regulations regarding safety at the workplace, require that this form be filled out for all products that are returned to us, so that the safety and health of our employees can be warranted Die Sicherheit und Gesundheit unserer Mitarbeiter, die Gefahrstoffverordnung GefStofV und die Vorschriften zur Sicherheit am Arbeitsplatz machen es erforderlich, dass dieses Formblatt für alle Produkte, die an uns zurückge-...
  • Page 105 Kind of transport / transporter / Transportweg/Spediteur: Transport by (means and name of transport company, etc.) Versendung durch (Name Spediteur o.ä.) ___________________________________________________________________________________ Date of dispatch to BINDER GmbH / Tag der Absendung an BINDER GmbH ___________________________________________________________________________________ KBF-LQC (E5.2) 12/2010 page 105/106...
  • Page 106 We are aware that, in accordance with Article 823 of the German Civil Code (BGB), we are directly liable with regard to third parties, in this instance especially the employees of BINDER GmbH, who have been entrusted with the handling / repair of the unit / component. / Es ist uns bekannt, dass wir gegenüber Dritten –...

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