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Thermo Scientific TSX Series Installation And Operation Manual

Thermo Scientific TSX Series Installation And Operation Manual

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C Plasma Freezers
°
TSX Series
Installation and Operation
327933H01
Rev. G
February 2021
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www.thermofisher.com/labwarranty

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  • Page 1 C Plasma Freezers ° TSX Series Installation and Operation 327933H01 Rev. G February 2021 Visit us online to register your warranty www.thermofisher.com/labwarranty...
  • Page 2 IMPORTANT Read this instruction manual. Failure to follow the instructions in this manual can result in damage to the unit, injury to operating personnel, and poor equipment performance. CAUTION All internal adjustments and maintenance must be performed by qualified service personnel. Material in this manual is for informational purposes only.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Table of Contents Models ..................1 Safety Precautions..............2 Unpacking.................5 Packing List ................6 General Recommendations .............7 Temperature Monitoring ............7 Intended Use ................7 Operating Standards ...............8 Unit Specifications ...............9 Installation................10 Location ................10 Wiring ................14 Shelves ................15 Drawers ................15 Baskets ................19 Temperature Sensor Bottles ..........20 Door Operation ..............20 Remote Alarm (Optional) ..........21...
  • Page 4 Table of Contents Cleaning the Condenser Filter..........37 Cleaning the Condenser .............37 Automatic Defrost ..............38 Gasket Maintenance ............38 Alarm Battery Maintenance ..........38 Preparation for storage ............38 Troubleshooting ..............39 End of Life Care..............41 Warranty ................42...

  • Page 5: Models

    Refer to Section 6.1 for details on the voltage specifications for the various models. Table 1. Applicable Models Energy Star Unit Model (*) Model (*) Thermo Scientific - TSX1230L* V/Y/Z Thermo Scientific - TSX2330L* V/Y/Z Thermo Scientific - TSX3030L* V/Y/Z Thermo Scientific - TSX5030L*...

  • Page 6: Safety Precautions

    This symbol indicates a need to use gloves during indicated procedures. If performing decontamination procedures, use chemically resistant gloves. This symbol indicates possible sharp points which may cause skin abrasion. TSX -30°C Plasma Freezers Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 7 CAUTION: Risk of Abrasion. Hidden sharp edges may be present on drawers. Use appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (such as gloves) while handling the drawers to avoid possible sharp points related injury. Thermo Scientific TSX -30°C Plasma Freezers...
  • Page 8 Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense. TSX -30°C Plasma Freezers Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 9: Unpacking

    Make a written request for inspection to delivering carrier. This must be done within 15 days after delivery. Then file a claim with the carrier. Do not return goods to the manufacturer without written authorization. Thermo Scientific TSX -30°C Plasma Freezers...

  • Page 10: Packing List

    Baskets, Shelves or Drawers • Thermal Bottles Manual Label provides link to Installation and Operation Manual for the unit. Note To download the complete Installation and Operation Manual for the unit, please visit: https://www.thermofisher.com/usermanuals TSX -30°C Plasma Freezers Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 11: General Recommendations

    Blood bags and blood products CANNOT be stored together with other materials (drugs, reagents and generic use substances). Blood and blood components must be stored in accordance with the temperature settings recommended by the manufacturer and must follow general guidelines around suitable storage period. Thermo Scientific TSX -30°C Plasma Freezers...

  • Page 12: Operating Standards

    The freezer must not be connected to a GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter) protected outlet as it may be subject to nuisance tripping. Operation outside of these conditions will affect the performance of the unit and the samples stored inside. TSX -30°C Plasma Freezers Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 13: Unit Specifications

    14 / 1064 96.2 x 143.5 x 199.4 cm 50D / 50Z 208-230 V 9.6 A 60 Hz/1 332 (731) (37.9 x 56.5 x 78.5 in) (76 per drawer) 208-230 V 9.6 A 50 Hz/1 Thermo Scientific TSX -30°C Plasma Freezers...

  • Page 14: Installation

    Injury and damage to the equipment and contents may result from the freezer tipping. This freezer has been designed to meet all recognized industry tip standards for all normal conditions when anti-tip bracket is installed and properly engaged. TSX -30°C Plasma Freezers Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 15 Instructions and Installation Template Table 4. Tools required Wood Floor Concrete Floor Flashlight Tape Measure " (13 mm) Wrench " (19 mm) Wrench Drill Hammer Drill " " 15/64 (6 mm) Drill Bit (13 mm) Masonry Bit Thermo Scientific TSX -30°C Plasma Freezers...
  • Page 16 Locate 1/2" bolt attached to bottom of cabinet. b. Unscrew 1/2" bolt until there is 1/2" clearance between floor and head of bolt as shown in Figure 2 below. c. Tighten lock nut against bottom of unit TSX -30°C Plasma Freezers Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 17 Lock the casters. 5. Checking the Installation Check to see if the anti-tip bracket is installed properly by shining light under cabinet and confirming bolt in cabinet is secured by bracket on floor. Thermo Scientific TSX -30°C Plasma Freezers...

  • Page 18: Wiring

    , CEE 7/7, 16A/250V CAUTION: Risk of Shock. Never cut the grounding prong from the service cord plug. If the prong is removed, the warranty is invalidated. In an emergency, the power cord is a disconnect device. TSX -30°C Plasma Freezers Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 19: Shelves

    (60 lbs). For TSX3030, the maximum drawer capacity is 36 kg (80 lbs). CAUTION: Risk of Abrasion. Hidden sharp edges may be present on drawers. Use appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (such as gloves) while handling the drawers to avoid possible sharp points related injury. Thermo Scientific TSX -30°C Plasma Freezers...
  • Page 20 45 degree angle, insert the mounting clips at the front into the slots on front of the slides. 3. Push the back of the drawer down between the slides and insert the basket tabs into the slots at the back. TSX -30°C Plasma Freezers Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 21 Figure 5. Clip Removal 3. Lift up the slide at the front. The slide is free to move from the front pilaster. Figure 6. Front of slide Removal Thermo Scientific TSX -30°C Plasma Freezers...
  • Page 22 8. Replace the safety clip by hooking the clip under the front pilaster slide bracket. Then rotate the wire safety clip to position the other bend of the wire safety clip over the top of the same bracket. TSX -30°C Plasma Freezers Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 23: Baskets

    The baskets must be removed in order to adjust the position of the slides. The procedure for removing, reinstalling, and changing position of the baskets can be found in Section 7.4.1, Section 7.4.2, and Section 7.4.3. The maximum basket capacity is 27 kg (60 lbs). Thermo Scientific TSX -30°C Plasma Freezers...

  • Page 24: Temperature Sensor Bottles

    The ports are not intended to supply power to devices inside the device. Be sure to seal the holes after routing items to prevent undesired air exchange. TSX -30°C Plasma Freezers Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 25: Remote Alarm (Optional)

    1685 Remote alarm terminals are located at the rear of the machine compartment. The three terminals are: COMMON, OPEN ON FAIL (Normally Closed), and CLOSE ON FAIL (Normally Open). Figure 10. Remote Alarm Diagram Thermo Scientific TSX -30°C Plasma Freezers...

  • Page 26: Final Checks

    2. Check the positions of the shelves, drawers or baskets. If you want to adjust the positions, see instructions in Section 7.3, Section 7.4 and Section 7.5. 3. Verify that the unit is connected to a dedicated circuit. TSX -30°C Plasma Freezers Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 27: Startup

    Ensure clearance between the top of the cargo and the bottom of the shelf/drawer/basket. Lack of clearance may affect unit performance or impede operation of drawer/basket. Keep cargo within the bounds of the shelf/drawer/basket. Thermo Scientific TSX -30°C Plasma Freezers...
  • Page 28 The floor of the cabinet should not be loaded. • Never load the unit above the load limit line. This is important to ensure that air can circulate properly and evenly distribute the temperature throughout the interior. Figure 11. Load Limit Line TSX -30°C Plasma Freezers Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 29: Operation

    For example, suppose that the cabinet temperature setpoint is -30°C and that the cold and warm alarm setpoints are -35°C and -20°C. Then the number of bars illuminated indicates cabinet temperature as follows: Thermo Scientific TSX -30°C Plasma Freezers...
  • Page 30 8. Decrease - pushbutton used to decrease setpoint values in programming mode and for various display functions. 9. Scan - pushbutton used to change the main display and for various other functions. 10. Audible alarm - illuminates during warm and cold alarm conditions. TSX -30°C Plasma Freezers Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 31: Display Functions

    Display and thermometer simultaneously, hold Alarm Test alarm. Key switch must show simulated cabinet temperatures (warm), for approximately 5 be in alarm mode. alarms flash and sound as appropriate. Alarms seconds clear when test is completed. Thermo Scientific TSX -30°C Plasma Freezers...

  • Page 32: Programming Functions

    These settings very rarely need to be changed from normal operation. Call technical support if you have any questions prior to making any adjustments to service parameter values. TSX -30°C Plasma Freezers Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 33 The degree decrease in temperature from the setpoint Control Lower Press Scan ( Cnt lcl that will trigger the unit to stop cooling to prevent the Hysteresis unit from getting too cold. Thermo Scientific TSX -30°C Plasma Freezers...
  • Page 34 Enter Defrost Drip Pan probe temperature while not in an alarm mode Press Scan ( Cycle will force the unit into a defrost cycle. To avoid defrost cycle, leave idle screen for approximately 30 seconds. TSX -30°C Plasma Freezers Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 35: Temperature Settings

    The alarm system is activated only when the key switch is turned to the Alarm On position. The audible warning signal sounds when there is a power failure, temperature alarm condition, or when the door is ajar for approximately 3 minutes with default door alarm setting. Thermo Scientific TSX -30°C Plasma Freezers...
  • Page 36 During a low battery condition, the low battery icon will illuminate. The alarms can be reset by pressing and holding the simultaneously. TSX -30°C Plasma Freezers Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 37: Chart Recorder

    Note The recorder may not respond until the system reaches temperatures within the recorder’s range. Figure 13. Chart Recorder Label Description Pressure Sensitive Chart Buttons Imprinting Stylus Reference Mark Hub-Nut and Retaining Wire Chart Thermo Scientific TSX -30°C Plasma Freezers...

  • Page 38: Changing Chart Paper

    The LED indicator glows continuously when main power is functioning and the battery is charged. When the battery is low, the LED flashes to indicate that the battery needs to be changed. TSX -30°C Plasma Freezers Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 39: Calibration And Adjustments

    (#1 and #2 from Figure 14) for approximately 5 seconds. Note The stylus does not begin to move until the button is held for approximately 5 seconds. Thermo Scientific TSX -30°C Plasma Freezers...

  • Page 40: Temperature Transmitter (Optional)

    Transmitter To connect your remote temperature monitoring system to the unpowered temperature transmitter, refer to the diagram attached on the back of the unit. TSX -30°C Plasma Freezers Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 41: Maintenance

    The condenser is located in the top rear of the machine compartment. To clean the condenser, complete the following steps: 1. Disconnect the power. 2. Remove the filter. 3. Vacuum the condenser and clean up any loose dust. 4. Replace the filter. Thermo Scientific TSX -30°C Plasma Freezers...

  • Page 42: Automatic Defrost

    322533H01. 12.7 Preparation for If the unit is going to be stored in an off condition, allow the unit to warm up storage and dry out with the door open before moving into storage. TSX -30°C Plasma Freezers Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 43: Troubleshooting

    Seal any gaps. frame Verify nothing is placed through the door seal such as a sensor. Check the Door seal is broken Section 12.5 door seal following instructions in Thermo Scientific TSX -30°C Plasma Freezers...
  • Page 44 Drip Pan Probe Failure Check for loose probe connector. Replace Drip pan probe. Upper Bottle Probe “Err” on display Check for loose probe connector. Replace upper bottle probe. Failure “---” on display Lost Communication Call customer service. TSX -30°C Plasma Freezers Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 45: End Of Life Care

    2. Remove the cabinet door to help prevent entrapment inside of a unit. 3. Have a certified technician remove the refrigerant and compressor, then drain the compressor and oil from the system. Dispose of components following local regulations. Thermo Scientific TSX -30°C Plasma Freezers...

  • Page 46: Warranty

    WARRANT THAT THE PRODUCTS ARE ERROR-FREE OR WILL ACCOMPLISH ANY PARTICULAR RESULT. THERMO FISHER SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, DAMAGES TO LOST PROFITS OR LOSS OF PRODUCTS. TSX -30°C Plasma Freezers Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 47 Further information on our compliance with these Directives, the recyclers in your country, and information on Thermo Scientific products which may assist the detection of substances subject to the RoHS Directive are available at www.thermofisher.com/WEEERoHS...
  • Page 48 Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. 275 Aiken Road Asheville, NC 28804 United States www.thermofisher.com (V Models only) Authorized Representative: Thermo Electron LED GmBH Robert-Bosch-Strasse 1 Langenselbold - 63505 Germany. 327933H01 Rev. G Contact Us North America: 866-984-3766 Europe: France +33 2 2803 2180 Germany +49 9184 90 9640 UK/Ireland + 44 870 609 9203 Asia: China +86 21 6865 4588 India 1800 22 8374...

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