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Operating Instructions Biomedical Freezer MDF-MU339 MDF-MU539 MDF-MU539 Please read the operating instructions carefully before using this product, and keep the operating instructions for future use. See page 35 for model number.
INTRODUCTION ■ Read the operating instructions carefully before using the product and follow the instructions for safe operation. ■ PHC Corporation takes no responsibility for safety if the product is not used as intended or is used with any procedures other than those given in the operating instructions. ■...
PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION It is imperative that the user complies with the operating instructions as they contain important safety advice. Items and procedures are described so that you can use this unit correctly and safely. Following these precautions will prevent possible injury to the user and any other person. Precautions are illustrated in the following way: WARNING Warning indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,...
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PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION WARNING Do not use the unit outdoors. Exposure to rain may cause leakage and/or electric shock. Only qualified engineers or service personnel should install the unit. Installation by unqualified personnel may cause electric shock or fire. Install the unit in a location capable of bearing the total combined weight (product + optional accessories + stored items).
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PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION WARNING When handling harmful samples (for example, those which consist of toxic, pathogenic or radioactive substances), install the unit inside a designated isolation facility. If the unit is installed in a location which is not an isolation facility, there may be detrimental effects on both people and the natural environment.
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PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION WARNING Disconnect the power supply plug before moving the unit. Take care not to damage the power supply cord. A damaged power supply cord may cause electric shock or fire. Disconnect the power supply cord when the unit is not in use for long periods. Keeping the unit connected may cause electric shock, leakage, or fire due to the deterioration of insulation.
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PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION CAUTION Never install the unit in a location where corrosive materials such as sulphur compounds are likely to be generated (e.g. near a drainage facility). Corrosion of the copper pipes may result in the deterioration and consequently the failure of the cooling unit. This unit must be plugged into a dedicated circuit protected by a branch circuit-breaker.
SYMBOLS ON UNIT The following symbols are attached to the unit. The table describes the meaning of the symbols. This symbol is attached to covers that access high-voltage electrical components to prevent electric shock. Only a qualified engineer or service personnel should be allowed to open these covers.
FREEZER COMPONENTS MDF-MU539 Storage contaner Drain port (Bottom of cabinet) MDF-MU339 Storage contaner Drain port (Bottom of cabinet) Space for interface board Right side Back side...
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FREEZER COMPONENTS 1. Lock: Turn counterclockwise to 180 with a key and the outer door is securely locked. 2. Door: To open the door, grip the handle. 3. Handle: Always grip this handle to open and close the outer door. 4.
FREEZER COMPONENTS Control panel 1. Alarm indicator (ALARM): This lamp is flashed when the audible alarm is activated. 2. Digital temperature indicator: Normally, the current chamber temperature is displayed in the temperature display. When the high/low temperature alarm is activated, the current chamber temperature blinks.
The ambient temperature to use is +5 C degrees to +35 C degrees for MDF-MU339, +5 C degrees to +30 C degrees for MDF-MU539. ■ A flat surface where the floor is also capable of bearing the total combined weight (product +...
INSTALLATION When installing the unit, follow the steps below to secure the unit properly, and also be absolutely sure to earth the unit. 1. Preparations after unpacking Remove all the tape used to secure the doors and interior parts, and leave the doors open for a short while for ventilation.
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INSTALLATION 5. Installation of shelves The shelves are packaged all together in the chamber. Fix the shelves on the shelf stoppers securely before start-up of the unit. • Incomplete installation may cause injury or damage. The shelf stoppers are attached to the standard location. Change the location of shelf stopper as necessary.
START-UP OF UNIT Use the following procedure to start trial operation or actual operation of the unit. 1. In the empty state, power supply plug the plug into a power supply outlet. Confirm that the temperature display on the control panel is blinking. 2.
• The chamber temperature can be set within the range of -35 °C to -18 °C. For MDF-MU339, the ambient temperature is 35 °C and the guaranteed temperature is -30 °C at no load. In the case of MDF-MU539, the ambient temperature is 30 °C and the guaranteed temperature is -30 °C at no load.
ALARM TEMPERATURE SETTING This unit is provided with both high and low temperature alarms. The temperature at which the alarm is activated can be changed. The high temperature alarm can be set to a temperature of + 5 °C to + 15 °C. The low temperature alarm can be set to a temperature between -15 °C and -5 °C.
SETTING OF ALARM DELAY TIME The delay time of the buzzer and remote alarm for high and low temperature alarm can be set between 0 and 15 minutes. The procedure in table 5 shows the sequence to set the delay time to 10 minutes. The delay time is set to 15 minutes at the factory.
SETTING OF ALARM RESUME TIME The buzzer is cancelled by pressing buzzer stop key (BUZZER) on the control panel during alarm condition. However, if the alarm condition is continued after the “alarm resume time” has passed, the buzzer sounds again. It is possible to change the alarm resume time by the procedure shown in the Table.6.
SETTING OF ALARM BUZZER INTERLOCK MODE Setting the alarm buzzer interlock mode enables the alarm buzzer and the remote buzzer to operate in conjunction / non-interlocking. Setting the alarm buzzer interlock mode is as follows in Table 7. Note: Factory setting; non-interlocking “000”. ...
CHANGE OF COMPRESSOR DELAY TIME The delay time of the compressor can be changed to reduce the load on the power line and to facilitate the start-up (reset) of the freezer after power failure. The example in the table is based on the assumption that the delay time is changed to 4 minutes. The delay time is set in 3 minutes at the factory.
DURING/AFTER POWER FAILURE ■ Display of chamber temperature during power failure By depressing the buzzer stop key (BUZZER) during “power failure alarm”, the buzzer stop and the chamber temperature is displayed on the temperature display for 5 seconds. Check the chamber temperature as appropriate by depressing the buzzer stop key (BUZZER) during power failure.
ALARMS & SAFETY FUNCTIONS This unit has the alarms and safety functions shown in Table 9, and also self diagnostic functions. Table 9 Alarms and safety functions Alarm Situation Indication Alarm buzzer Safety functions If the chamber temperature is higher Alarm lamp is flashed.
ROUTINE MAINTENANCE WARNING Always disconnect the power supply to the unit prior to any repair or maintenance of the unit in order to prevent electric shock or injury. Cleaning the exterior, interior, and accessories Use a dry cloth to wipe down the outside and inside of the unit and all accessories. If the outside panels are dirty, clean them with a diluted neutral dish-washing detergent.
CALIBRATION During continuous operation, the following service tasks must be performed: • Perform a temperature calibration at least once a year. For temperature calibration, contact our sales representative or agent. REPLACEMENT OF WORN-OUT PARTS Replacement of the battery for the power failure alarm Replace the battery for the power failure alarm about every 3 years to ensure the alarm will operate in the event of a power failure.
TROUBLESHOOTING If the unit malfunctions, check out the following before calling for service. <Attention> If the malfunction is not resolved after checking the following items or if the malfunction is not shown in the table below, contact our sales representative or agent. Malfunction Check/Remedy Nothing operates even...
REGULATION (EU) No 517/2014 on Certain Fluorinated Greenhouse Gases This product contains fluorinated greenhouse gases as refrigerant. Weight of CO equivalent (ton) Refrigerant Refrigerant (net) (kg) MDF-MU339 : 0.73 MDF-MU339 : 0.186 R-404A 3922 MDF-MU539 : 0.227 MDF-MU539 : 0.89...
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DISPOSAL OF UNIT Disposal of Old Equipment and Batteries Likvidácia opotrebovaných zariadení a batérií Len pre Európsku úniu a krajiny so systémom recyklácie Only for European Union and countries with recycling systems Tieto symboly uvádzané na výrobkoch, balení a/alebo v These symbols on the products, packaging, and/or sprievodnej dokumentácii...
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DISPOSAL OF UNIT Likvidace použitých zařízení a baterií Vanhojen laitteiden ja paristojen hävittäminen Jen pro státy Evropské unie a země s fungujícím systémem recyklace Vain EU-jäsenmaille ja kierrätysjärjestelmää käyttäville maille a zpracování odpadu. Tämä symboli tuotteissa, pakkauksessa ja/tai asiakirjoissa Tyto symboly na výrobcích, jejich obalech a v doprovodné tarkoittaa, että...
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DISPOSAL OF UNIT Smaltimento di vecchie apparecchiature e batterie usate Eliminação de Equipamentos Usados e Baterias Solo per Unione Europea e Nazioni con sistemi di raccolta e Apenas para a União Europeia e países com sistemas de reciclagem smaltimento Estes símbolos produtos, embalagens,...
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DISPOSAL OF UNIT Avfallshantering av produkter och batterier Brukerinformasjon om innsamling av gammelt utstyr og brukte Endast för Europeiska Unionen och länder med återvinningssystem batterier Dessa symboler på produkter, förpackningar och/eller Bare for EU og land med retursystemer Slike symboler på produkter, emballasje, og/eller på medföljande dokument betyder att förbrukade elektriska medfølgende dokumenter...
TEMPERATURE RECORDER (OPTION) The chamber temperature can be monitored and recorded by installing an optional temperature recorder. For the installation of a temperature recorder, an optional recorder fixing is necessary. • For the attachment of a temperature recorder, contact our sales representative or agent. •...
SPECIFICATIONS Biomedical Freezer Biomedical Freezer Product name MDF-MU339 MDF-MU539 External dimensions W616 mm x D770 mm x H1802 mm W793 mm x D770 mm x H1802 mm Internal dimensions W472 mm x D614 mm x H1262 mm W649 mm x D614 mm x H1262 mm...
PERFORMANCE Biomedical Freezer Product name MDF-MU339 Model number MDF-MU339-PE Cooling performance C (ambient temperature; 35 C, no load) Temperature control range C to -20 Rated voltage AC 220 V/230 V/240 V Rated frequency 50 Hz 180 W/185 W/195 W Rated power consumption Max.
CAUTION Please fill in this form before servicing. Hand over this form to the service engineer to keep for his and your safety. Safety check sheet 1. Freezer contents : □ □ Risk of infection: □ □ Risk of toxicity: □...
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