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- Page 1 Operating Instructions Biomedical Freezer MDF-137 MDF-237 MDF-437 Series MDF-437 Please read the operating instructions carefully before using this product, and keep the operating instructions for future use. See page 33 for all model numbers.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS INTRODUCTION P. 2 PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION P. 3 ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS P. 7 LABELS ON UNIT P. 7 SYMBOLS ON UNIT P. 7 FREEZER COMPONENTS P. 8 Control panel P.10 INSTALLATION SITE P.11 INSTALLATION P.12 START-UP OF UNIT P.13 REMOTE ALARM TERMINAL P.13 CHAMBER TEMPERATURE SETTING... -
Page 4: Introduction
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. ■... -
Page 5: Precautions For Safe Operation
PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION It is imperative that the user complies with the operating instructions as it contains important safety advice. Items and procedures are described so that you can use this unit correctly and safely. If the precautions advised are followed, this will prevent possible injury to the user and any other person. - Page 6 PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION WARNING Do not use the unit outdoors. Current leakage or electric shock may result if the unit is exposed to rain water. Only qualified engineers or service personnel should install the unit. The installation by unqualified personnel may cause electric shock or fire. Install the unit on a sturdy floor and take an adequate precaution to prevent the unit from turning over.
- Page 7 PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION WARNING Ensure you do not inhale or consume medication or aerosols from around the unit at the time of maintenance. These may be harmful to your health. Never splash water directly onto the unit as this may cause electric shock or short circuit. Never put containers with liquid on the unit as this may cause electric shock or short circuit when the liquid is spilled.
- Page 8 PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION CAUTION This unit must be plugged into a dedicated circuit protected by branch circuit breaker. Use a dedicated power source as indicated on the rating label attached to the unit. A multiple-tap may cause fire resulting from abnormal heating. Never store corrosive substances such as acid or alkali in this unit if the container cannot be sealed.
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Page 9: Environmental Conditions
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS This equipment is designed to be safe at least under the following conditions (based on the IEC 61010-1): ■ Indoor use; ■ Altitude up to 2000 m; ■ Temperature 5 C to 40 ■ Maximum relative humidity 80% for temperature up to 31 C decreasing linearly to 50% relative humidity at 40 ■... -
Page 10: Freezer Components
FREEZER COMPONENTS Latch MDF-137 Power supply cord MDF-437... - Page 11 FREEZER COMPONENTS 1. Door: To open the door, grip the handle. 2. Handle: Always grip this handle to open and close the door. 3. Lock: Turn counterclockwise to 180 with a key and the door is securely locked. 4. Access port: This is used for leading the measuring cable from the chamber to the outside. 5.
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Page 12: Control Panel
FREEZER COMPONENTS Control panel 1. Alarm lamp (ALARM): This lamp is flashed when unit is in alarm status. See page 18. 2. Digital temperature indicator: Normally, the current chamber temperature is displayed. In alarm status, an error code and chamber temperature is displayed alternately. See page 18. 3. -
Page 13: Installation Site
INSTALLATION SITE To operate this unit properly and to obtain maximum performance, install the unit in a location with the following conditions: ■ A location not subjected to direct sunlight Do not install the unit under direct sunlight. Installation in a location subjected to direct sunlight cannot obtain the intended performance. -
Page 14: Installation
INSTALLATION 1. Removing the packaging materials and tapes Remove all transportation packaging materials and tapes. Open the door and ventilate the unit. If the outside panels are dirty, clean them with a diluted neutral dishwashing detergent. (Undiluted detergent can damage the plastic components. For the dilution, refer to the instruction of the detergent.) After the cleaning with the diluted detergent, always wipe it off with a wet cloth. -
Page 15: Start-Up Of Unit
START-UP OF UNIT Use the following procedure to start trial operation or actual operation of the unit. 1. Turn the power switch ON with the chamber empty. 2. Turn ON the battery switch. 3. Set the chamber temperature to a desired value. 4. -
Page 16: Chamber Temperature Setting
CHAMBER TEMPERATURE SETTING Table 1 shows the basic procedure for setting the chamber temperature. Perform key operations in the sequence indicated in the table. The example in the table is based on the assumption that the desired temperature is -25 Note: The chamber temperature is set to -30 C at the factory. -
Page 17: Alarm Temperature Setting
ALARM TEMPERATURE SETTING This unit is provided with both high and low temperature alarms. The temperature at which the alarm is activated may be changed. The available set range for high temperature alarm is between +5 C and +15 C, and -5 C and -15 for low temperature alarm against the chamber temperature. -
Page 18: Setting Of Alarm Resume Time
SETTING OF ALARM RESUME TIME The alarm buzzer is silenced by pressing alarm 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. -
Page 19: Change Of Compressor Delay Time
CHANGE OF COMPRESSOR DELAY TIME The compressor delay time can be changed to reduce the load on the power line and to facilitate the start-up (resume) 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.) Note: ■... -
Page 20: Alarms & Safety Functions
ALARMS & SAFETY FUNCTIONS This unit has the alarms and safety functions and also self diagnostic functions shown in Table 7. Table 7. Alarms, safety functions and self diagnostic functions Alarm Situation Indication Buzzer Safety operation If the chamber temperature is higher Alarm lamp is flashed. -
Page 21: Routine Maintenance
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. Ensure you do not inhale or consume medication or aerosols from around the unit at the time of maintenance. -
Page 22: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING Malfunction Check/Remedy ■ The circuit breaker of power source is active. The chamber is not cooled ■ The voltage is too low. (In this case, call an electrician.) at all ■ The power switch is not ON. ■ The large amount of articles (load) is stored in the chamber at The cooling is poor one time. -
Page 23: Disposal Of Unit
DISPOSAL OF UNIT WARNING If the unit is to be stored unused in an unsupervised area for an extended period ensure that children do not have access and door cannot be closed completely. The disposal of the unit should be accomplished by appropriate personnel. Always remove lids to prevent accidents such as suffocation. - Page 24 DISPOSAL OF UNIT (English) Disposal of Old Equipment and Batteries Only for European Union and countries with recycling systems These symbols on the products, packaging, and/or accompanying documents mean that used electrical and electronic products and batteries must not be mixed with general household waste. For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of old products and used batteries, please take them to applicable collection points in accordance with your national legislation.
- Page 25 DISPOSAL OF UNIT (French) L’élimination des équipements et des batteries usagés Applicable uniquement dans les pays membres de l’Union européenne et les pays disposant de systèmes de recyclage. Apposé sur le produit lui-même, sur son emballage, ou figurant dans la documentation qui l’accompagne, ce pictogramme indique que les piles, appareils électriques et électroniques usagés, doivent être séparées des ordures ménagères.
- Page 26 DISPOSAL OF UNIT (Portuguese) Eliminação de Equipamentos Usados e Baterias Apenas para a União Europeia e países com sistemas de reciclagem Estes símbolos nos produtos, embalagens, e/ou documentos que os acompanham indicam que os produtos elétricos e eletrónicos e as baterias usados não podem ser misturados com os resíduos urbanos indiferenciados.
- Page 27 DISPOSAL OF UNIT (Dutch) Het ontdoen van oude apparatuur en batterijen. Enkel voor de Europese Unie en landen met recycle systemen. Deze symbolen op de producten, verpakkingen en/of begeleidende documenten betekenen dat gebruikte elektrische en elektronische producten en batterijen niet samen mogen worden weggegooid met de rest van het huishoudelijk afval.
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Page 28: Disposal Of Battery
DISPOSAL OF BATTERY Location of a nickel-metal-hydride battery This unit is provided a nickel-metal-hydride battery for the power failure alarm. The battery is located in the control box at the back of the product. (Fig. 1) The high voltage components are enclosed in the control box. The cover should be removed by a qualified engineer or service personnel only to prevent the electric shock. -
Page 29: Temperature Recorder (Option)
TEMPERATURE RECORDER (OPTION) Installation of MTR-4015LH and MTR- G85C The chamber temperature is recorded and maintained by attaching a temperature recorder available as an optional component. For the attachment, the recorder fixing is necessary. Contact our sales representative or agent for the temperature recorder installation. Temperature recorder Recorder fixing MTR-4015LH... - Page 30 TEMPERATURE RECORDER (OPTION) 4. Place the recording paper beneath the arm and between the plate spring and guide plate in the direction of the arrow. Note: ■ Do not scratch or put pressure on the recording paper. ■ Do no bend the recording paper. ■...
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Page 31: Setting Of Mtr-G85C
TEMPERATURE RECORDER (OPTION) Setting of MTR-G85C Chart guides Pen cap holder Backup battery Pen arm Chart hub cover Pen lifter Recording paper Pen lifter stopper Ink pen Paper speed selector Key lock Latch Pilot lamp Fast feed button Power switch Zero adjustment screw Loading the ink pen: 1. - Page 32 TEMPERATURE RECORDER (OPTION) Starting recording and setting the time: Turn the power switch ON. The ink pen will move inward on the circular recording paper and stop temporarily at the Ink pen 0% position (equivalent to the 40 C line). Then the ink pen will move to the position which indicates the measured Hour temperature.
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Page 33: Interface Board (Option)
INTERFACE BOARD (OPTION) Two kinds of interface board are available as an optional component. MTR-480 has a connector for RS232C and a connector for RS485. MTR-L03 has a connector for LAN. ■ The interface board (MTR-480) and LAN interface board (MTR-L03) cannot used at the same time. ■... -
Page 34: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS Biomedical Freezer Biomedical Freezer Biomedical Freezer Product name MDF-137 MDF-237 MDF-437 W640 mm x D687 mm x W905 mm x D687 mm x W1265 mm x D807 mm x External dimensions H881 mm H881 mm H902 mm W525 mm x D440 mm x W790 mm x D440 mm x W1140 mm x D550 mm x Internal dimensions... -
Page 35: Performance
PERFORMANCE Biomedical Freezer Biomedical Freezer Biomedical Freezer Name MDF-137 MDF-237 MDF-437 Model number MDF-137-PE MDF-237-PE MDF-437-PE Cooling performance C (ambient temperature; 35 C, no load) Temperature control range C to -30 Rated voltage AC 220 V/230 V/240 V Rated frequency 50 Hz Rated power consumption 95 W/100 W/100 W... -
Page 36: Safety Check Sheet
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: □... - Page 40 1-1-1 Sakada, Oizumi-machi, Ora-gun, Gunma 370-0596, Japan Printed in Japan LDCL033200-0 © PHC Corporation 2018 S0418-0...
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