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Thermo Scientific TSX Series Installation And Operation Manual

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Refrigerators
TSX Series
Installation and Operation
327929H01
Rev. J
February 2021
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  • Page 1 Laboratory Refrigerators TSX Series Installation and Operation 327929H01 Rev. J 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 Convenience Outlet (Chromatography Refrigerators) ..15 Shelves ................18 Drawers ................18 Baskets ................23...
  • Page 4 Table of Contents Cleaning the Cabinet Interior ..........42 Cleaning the Condenser Filter ..........42 Cleaning the Condenser .............42 Automatic Defrost ..............43 Gasket Maintenance ............43 Alarm Battery Maintenance ..........44 Preparation for Storage ............44 Cleaning the Unit (Chromatography Refrigerators) ..44 Replacing Sensor (Chromatography Refrigerators) ...44 Sensor Maintenance (Chromatography Refrigerators) ..

  • 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 - TSX1205G* V/Y/Z Thermo Scientific - TSX1205S* V/Y/Z Thermo Scientific - TSX1205P* V/Y/Z Thermo Scientific - TSX2305G*...

  • Page 6: Safety Precautions

    This symbol indicates possible pinch points which may cause personal injury. This symbol indicates a need to use gloves during the indicated procedures. If performing decontamination procedures, use chemically resistant gloves. This symbol indicates possible sharp points which may cause skin abrasion. TSX Laboratory Refrigerators 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 Laboratory Refrigerators...
  • 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 Laboratory Refrigerators 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 Laboratory Refrigerators...

  • Page 10: Packing List

    • Baskets, Shelves or Drawers • Thermal Bottle 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 Laboratory Refrigerators Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 11: General Recommendations

    Storage of sealed or unsealed corrosive substances may cause the interior of the unit to corrode. If stored for long periods of time, they could become unsealed due to moisture content of the unit environment. Thermo Scientific TSX Laboratory Refrigerators...

  • Page 12: Operating Standards

    The refrigerator 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 Laboratory Refrigerators Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 13: Unit Specifications

    Refrigerators, add 22 Kg (49 lbs). For TSX2305P*, TSX3005P*, and TSX5005P* Pharmacy Refrigerators, add 37 Kg (82 lbs) for each set of 6 drawers. Add approximately 6 kg (13 lbs) for TSXxx05C* Chromatography Refrigerators. TSXxx05C* refrigerators have an additional 4.0 A rated current for the internal receptacle. Thermo Scientific TSX Laboratory Refrigerators...

  • Page 14: Installation

    Injury and damage to the equipment and contents may result from the refrigerator tipping. This refrigerator has been designed to meet all recognized industry tip standards for all normal conditions when anti-tip bracket is installed and properly engaged. TSX Laboratory Refrigerators Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 15 For installation on floors other than wood and concrete, please contact technical support. The use of this bracket does not prevent the tipping of the refrigerator when not properly installed. Figure 1. Materials Supplied Thermo Scientific TSX Laboratory Refrigerators...
  • Page 16 Drill 1/2" (13 mm) holes in locations marked in step 1 with masonry bit. b. Slide lag screw anchors into holes to be flush with floor surface. c. Place bracket on floor aligned with holes. d. Use supplied lag bolts to attach bracket to floor. TSX Laboratory Refrigerators Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 17 1/2" Bolt Floor 1/2" Clearance 4. Refrigerator Positioning a. Line up 1/2" bolt installed in step 3 with anti-tip bracket. b. Roll or slide refrigerator into position until bolt stops against bracket. c. Lock the casters. Thermo Scientific TSX Laboratory Refrigerators...

  • Page 18: Wiring

    In an emergency, the power cord is a disconnect device. The refrigerator is equipped with a connectivity port on the back of the unit (Item F in Figure 4). For use, refer to the instructions provided with the applicable Thermo Fisher Scientific connectivity device. TSX Laboratory Refrigerators Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 19: Convenience Outlet (Chromatography Refrigerators)

    RED (on the top) - When the red LED is ON, it indicates there is no power to the AC outlet inside the unit. • GREEN (on the bottom) - When the green LED is ON, it indicates there is power to the AC outlet inside the unit. Thermo Scientific TSX Laboratory Refrigerators...
  • Page 20 3. Chromatography Manual Reset Switch (E)- This is used to manually reset the safety circuit in the AC receptacle assembly after the LED turns RED from GREEN due to a safety trip event which disengages power to outlet inside the refrigerator. TSX Laboratory Refrigerators Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 21 Figure 4. Chromatography Refrigerator Power Inlet and Switches Refer to the label adjacent to the switches at the back of the refrigerator for identification. Thermo Scientific TSX Laboratory Refrigerators...

  • Page 22: Shelves

    (60 lbs). For TSX3005, 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. TSX Laboratory Refrigerators Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 23 3. Raise the back of the drawer almost to a vertical position and disengage the front mounting clips from the sides. Figure 6. Drawer Removal and Installation Label Description Tabs Drawer slide Slot Thermo Scientific TSX Laboratory Refrigerators...
  • Page 24 1. Locate the safety clip. 2. Slip a small screwdriver under the bottom of the wire clip and pry the clip towards the inside of the refrigerator. Figure 7. Clip Removal TSX Laboratory Refrigerators Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 25 5. Pull the slide towards the front of the cabinet. 6. Determine desired location for the slide and insert the slide into the rear pilaster at a 45 degree angle towards the center of the cabinet. Thermo Scientific TSX Laboratory Refrigerators...
  • Page 26 Then rotate the wire safety clip to position the other bend of the wire safety clip over the top of the same bracket. Figure 11. Clip Replacement Drawer slides do not require lubrication. Additional lubricant could impede movement of the drawers when lubricant is cold. TSX Laboratory Refrigerators Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 27: Baskets

    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. Thermo Scientific TSX Laboratory Refrigerators...
  • Page 28 To unlock the doors, reverse the steps above. There is a hook in the middle of the cabinet at the top of the doors that can be used to keep the doors open when required. TSX Laboratory Refrigerators Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 29: Remote Alarm (Optional)

    3370 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 12. Remote Alarm Diagram Thermo Scientific TSX Laboratory Refrigerators...

  • Page 30: Final Checks

    2. Check the positions of the shelves, drawers and baskets. If you want to adjust the positions, see instructions in Section 7.4, Section 7.5 and Section 7.6. 3. Verify that the unit is connected to a dedicated circuit. TSX Laboratory Refrigerators Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 31: Startup

    1. Connect the AC chromatography power cord to the chromatography Chromatography Refrigerator power inlet connector. Startup 2. Toggle the Chromatography power inlet and Chromatography manual reset switches to ON. If the internal outlet is GFCI protected, it may need to be reset. Thermo Scientific TSX Laboratory Refrigerators...

  • Page 32: Product Loading And Unloading Guidelines

    (Applicable for drawers and baskets only.) • Only open one drawer or basket at a time. • Avoid disrupting the thermal bottle(s) when repositioning interior components. • The floor of the cabinet should not be loaded. TSX Laboratory Refrigerators Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 33 • 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 13. Load Limit Line Thermo Scientific TSX Laboratory Refrigerators...

  • Page 34: Operation

    For example, suppose that the cabinet temperature setpoint is 5°C and that the warm and cold alarm setpoints are 8°C and 2°C. Then the number of bars illuminated indicates cabinet temperature as follows: TSX Laboratory Refrigerators Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 35 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. Thermo Scientific TSX Laboratory Refrigerators...

  • Page 36: Display Functions

    (warm Alarm Test alarm. Key switch must for approximately 5 then cold), alarms flash and sound as be in alarm mode. seconds. appropriate. Alarms clear when test is completed. TSX Laboratory Refrigerators Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 37: Programming Functions

    ) buttons to modify the values and press the scan ( ) button to save the value and go to the next screen. Note If the alarms are enabled, the unit will not enter Service Mode. Thermo Scientific TSX Laboratory Refrigerators...
  • Page 38 User Interface display and the Display Probe Press Scan ( dIS oFSt average compartment temperature at the unit setpoint Offset during steady state operation. This can be useful to adjust the display during unit calibration procedures. TSX Laboratory Refrigerators Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 39 Pressing the Scan button after displaying the defrost probe temperature while not in an a1arm mode will Enter Defrost Press Scan ( force the unit into a defrost cycle. To avoid defrost Cycle cycle, leave unit screen idle for approximately 30 seconds. Thermo Scientific TSX Laboratory Refrigerators...

  • Page 40: 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. TSX Laboratory Refrigerators Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 41 3 seconds. If there has been a power failure since the last alarm reset, the power failure icon and the speaker icon will slowly alternate in flashing. During a low battery condition, the low battery icon will illuminate. The alarms can be reset by pressing and holding the simultaneously. Thermo Scientific TSX Laboratory Refrigerators...

  • Page 42: Chart Recorder (Optional)

    4. Close the recorder door. Note The recorder may not respond until the system reaches temperatures within the recorder’s range. Figure 15. Chart Recorder Label Description Pressure Sensitive Chart Buttons Imprinting Stylus Reference Mark Hub-Nut and Retaining Wire Chart TSX Laboratory Refrigerators Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 43: Changing Chart Paper

    24 hours with back-up power provided by the nine-volt battery. 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. Thermo Scientific TSX Laboratory Refrigerators...

  • Page 44: Calibration And Adjustments

    (#1 and #2 from Figure 16) for approximately 5 seconds. Note The stylus does not begin to move until the button is held for approximately 5 seconds. TSX Laboratory Refrigerators Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 45: Temperature Transmitter (Optional)

    Temperature temperature transmitter allows for remote temperature monitoring of your system. Transmitter To connect your remote temperature monitoring system to the unpowered temperature transmitter, refer to the diagram attached on the back of the unit. Thermo Scientific TSX Laboratory Refrigerators...

  • Page 46: Maintenance

    In heavy traffic areas, condensers load with dirt more quickly. Failure to keep the condenser clean can result in equipment warm-up or erratic temperatures. CAUTION: Risk of Abrasion. Never clean around the condensers with your fingers. Some surfaces are sharp. TSX Laboratory Refrigerators Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 47: Automatic Defrost

    3. Slowly pull the paper strip from the outside. You should feel some resistance. 4. Repeat this test at 4-inch intervals around the door. If the door does not seal properly, replace the gasket. Thermo Scientific TSX Laboratory Refrigerators...

  • Page 48: Alarm Battery Maintenance

    If the display shows an error and sounds an alarm (in case of a control, defrost, bottle or ambient probe failure), the sensor needs to be replaced. 12.10 Sensor The sensor shall be replaced every five years by a trained service provider. Maintenance (Chromatography Refrigerators) TSX Laboratory Refrigerators Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 49: Troubleshooting

    Seal any gaps. Verify nothing is placed through the door seal such as a sensor. Check the door Door seal is broken Section 12.5 seal following instructions in Thermo Scientific TSX Laboratory Refrigerators...
  • Page 50 Section 12.8 If cleaning agents were used, refer to for cleaning instructions. If the light repeatedly changes from red to green or the red light stays illuminated after trying to reset, please contact Customer Service. TSX Laboratory Refrigerators Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 51: 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 Laboratory Refrigerators...

  • Page 52: 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 Laboratory Refrigerators Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 53 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...
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