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  • Page 1 Water Cooler Cat. No. BioAcc-cool Version 1.1...
  • Page 2 Diagenode Inc. USA | NORTH AMERICA 400 Morris Avenue, Suite #101 Denville, NJ 07834 Tel: +1 862 209-4680 Fax: +1 862 209-4681 orders.na@diagenode.com info.na@diagenode.com For a complete listing of Diagenode’s international distributors visit: http://www.diagenode.com/pages/distributors.html For rest of the world, please contact Diagenode sa.
  • Page 3 OPERATION MANUAL Water Cooler This operation manual is a translation of the original operation manual V1.1.0en/13.12.12 Errors and omissions excepted. Water Cooler...
  • Page 4 OPERATION MANUAL Figure 1: Connecting/filling externally copen application [17] [45] [26] [23] [12] [37] [14] [13] Blue Drain [12] Overflow [13] Cooling water inlet (only w) [14] Cooling water outlet (only w) [17] Filling port [23] Sight glass [26] Overtemperature protec on (only -H) [37] Mains switch [45]...
  • Page 5 OPERATION MANUAL Figure 2: Thermal fluid [2] [1] change/check and internal clean [12] Circula on flow Circula on return Drain [12] Overflow Temperature control hose V1.1.0en/13.12.12 Errors and omissions excepted. Water Cooler...
  • Page 6 OPERATION MANUAL Water Cooler Errors and omissions excepted. V1.1.0en/13.12.12...

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    OPERATION MANUAL Table of contents V1.1.0en/13.12.12 Introduction ................11 Safety ......................12 1.1.1 Depiction of safety instructions ..............12 1.1.2 Proper operation..................... 12 1.1.3 Reasonably foreseeable misuse..............13 User and operators – Obligations and requirements ........14 1.2.1 Obligations of the user..................14 1.2.1.1 Temperature control unit with natural refrigerants (NR) ......
  • Page 8 OPERATION MANUAL Setup mode................35 Setup mode ....................36 4.1.1 Turning on the temperature control unit ............36 4.1.2 Setting the setpoint..................36 Filling, venting, off-gassing and draining............36 4.2.1 Externally open application................36 4.2.1.1 Filling and venting externally open application.......... 36 4.2.1.2 Draining externally open applications ............
  • Page 9 Foreword Dear customer, You have opted for a temperature control unit from Diagenode. You have made a good choice. Thank you for your confidence in our products. Read through this operation manual carefully prior to start-up. Strictly follow all notes and safety in- structions.
  • Page 10 OPERATION MANUAL Water Cooler Errors and omissions excepted. V1.1.0en/13.12.12...

  • Page 11: Introduction

    Introduction Chapter 1 OPERATION MANUAL 1 Introduction This chapter contains the following sections: Safety ......................12 1.1.1 Depiction of safety instructions ..............12 1.1.2 Proper operation..................... 12 1.1.3 Reasonably foreseeable misuse..............13 User and operators – Obligations and requirements ........14 1.2.1 Obligations of the user..................

  • Page 12: Safety

    Introduction OPERATION MANUAL Chapter 1 1.1 Safety 1.1.1 Depiction of safety instructions Safety instructions are depicted by the following pictogram/signal words combinations. The signal word describes the classification of the residual risk if the operation manual is not observed. Denotes an imminent hazardous situation that will result in death or serious injury. HAZARD Denotes a generally hazardous situation that can result in death or serious injury.

  • Page 13: Reasonably Foreseeable Misuse

    Introduction Chapter 1 OPERATION MANUAL Improper use WARNING SERIOUS INJURY AND PROPERTY DAMAGE Store the operation manual where it is easy to access in close proximity to the temperature con- trol unit. Only adequately qualified operators may work with the temperature control unit. Operators must be trained before handling the temperature control unit.

  • Page 14: User And Operators - Obligations And Requirements

    Introduction OPERATION MANUAL Chapter 1 1.2 User and operators – Obligations and requirements 1.2.1 Obligations of the user The operation manual is to be stored where it is easy to access in close proximity to the temperature control unit. Only adequately qualified operators (e.g. chemists, CTA, physicists etc.) are permitted to work with the temperature control unit.

  • Page 15: Temperature Control Units With 3 To 30 Kg Fluorinated Greenhouse Gases/Natural Refrigerant

    Introduction Chapter 1 OPERATION MANUAL Temperature control units with more than 150 g natural refrigerant The temperature control unit has been constructed to the requirements of EU and EFTA coun- tries. Use the table as guidance for classifying the application field. Respect the max. refrigerant quan- tity or the permissible highest quantity above ground level (GL) stated therein.

  • Page 16: Requirements For Operators

    Introduction OPERATION MANUAL Chapter 1 1.2.2 Requirements for operators Work on the temperature control unit is reserved for appropriately qualified specialists, who have been assigned and trained by the user to do so. Operators must be at least 18 years old. Under 18- year olds may operate the temperature control unit only under the supervision of a qualified spe- cialist.

  • Page 17: Additional Safety Devices

    Introduction Chapter 1 OPERATION MANUAL Overview of the °C [Maximum working temperature] temperature thresholds Highest possible temperature of the temperature control unit. [Over-temperature treshold] 25 K below combus on point of the thermal fluid. [Setpoint] Can only be set in defined range (between maximum/minimum setpoint).

  • Page 18: Schematic Illustration Of The Cooling Variants

    Introduction OPERATION MANUAL Chapter 1 1.4 Schematic illustration of the cooling variants 1.4.1 Air cooling Diagram: Air cooling Air inlet Fresh air supply Fresh air supply Fresh air supply from below from below from the front Water Cooler Errors and omissions excepted. V1.1.0en/13.12.12...

  • Page 19: Water Cooling

    Introduction Chapter 1 OPERATION MANUAL 1.4.2 Water cooling Diagram: Water cooling Water connection V1.1.0en/13.12.12 Errors and omissions excepted. Water Cooler...

  • Page 20: Consequence Of Inadequate Energy Dissipation

    Introduction OPERATION MANUAL Chapter 1 1.4.3 Consequence of inadequate energy dissipation Room air/cooling water Consequences of, for instance, contamination of the condenser fins, inadequate clearance between temperature control unit to wall/bath wall, room air/cooling water too warm, cooling water differ- ential pressure too low, suction strainer contamination: The refrigerant in the refrigerant circuit can no longer fully discharge the admitted energy to the room air/cooling water.

  • Page 21: Commissioning

    Commissioning Chapter 2 OPERATION MANUAL 2 Commissioning This chapter contains the following sections: In-plant transport ..................22 Unpacking...................... 22 Ambient conditions ..................22 Installation conditions ................... 24 Recommended temperature control and cooling water hoses....... 25 Wrench sizes and torques ................25 Connecting an externally open application (bath)..........

  • Page 22: In-Plant Transport

    Commissioning OPERATION MANUAL Chapter 2 2.1 In-plant transport Temperature control unit transported in a horizontal position NOTE DAMAGE TO THE COMPRESSOR Only transport the temperature control unit in an upright position. Transport using the lugs, if fitted, on the top of the temperature control unit. Do not transport the temperature control unit alone and without aids.
  • Page 23 Commissioning Chapter 2 OPERATION MANUAL Clearance to the temperature control unit in cm Side of the temperature control unit Temperature control unit Temperature control unit with air cooling with water cooling Air outlet on top of unit: free Can be located under a bench standing;...

  • Page 24: Installation Conditions

    Commissioning OPERATION MANUAL Chapter 2 2.4 Installation conditions Temperature control unit is connected to the power supply line WARNING DEATH THROUGH ELECTRIC SHOCK CAUSED BY DAMAGE TO THE POWER SUPPLY LINE Do not position the temperature control unit on the power supply line. Operating the temperature control unit fitted with castors without brakes activated CAUTION CRUSHING OF LIMBS...

  • Page 25: Recommended Temperature Control And Cooling Water Hoses

    Commissioning Chapter 2 OPERATION MANUAL 2.5 Recommended temperature control and cooling water hoses Use of unsuitable/defective hoses and/or hose connections CAUTION INJURIES Thermal fluid Use appropriate hoses and/or hose connections. Check periodically for leaks and the quality of the hose and hose connections and take suitable measures (replace) as required.

  • Page 26: Connecting An Externally Open Application (Bath)

    Commissioning OPERATION MANUAL Chapter 2 2.7 Connecting an externally open application (bath) Connection example Blue Connector kit for Water Cooler To enable your application to be operated correctly and eliminate air bubbles from the system, you must ensure that the >Blue< connection [1] from the temperature control unit is attached to the connection point [A] of the application and the >Red<...

  • Page 27: Connecting To The Power Supply

    Commissioning Chapter 2 OPERATION MANUAL 2.8 Connecting to the power supply Local circumstances may dictate that you have to use an alternative power supply cable to the origi- INFORMATION nal one supplied. Do not use a power supply cable over 3 m long. This will ensure that the tempera- ture control unit easily can be isolated from the power supply at any time.
  • Page 28 Commissioning OPERATION MANUAL Chapter 2 Water Cooler Errors and omissions excepted. V1.1.0en/13.12.12...

  • Page 29: Function Description

    Function description Chapter 3 OPERATION MANUAL 3 Function description This chapter contains the following sections: Function description of the temperature control unit........30 3.1.1 General functions.................... 30 3.1.2 Other functions ....................30 Information on the thermal fluids..............30 Testing planning .................... 31 Display and control instruments ..............

  • Page 30: Function Description Of The Temperature Control Unit

    Function description OPERATION MANUAL Chapter 3 3.1 Function description of the temperature control unit 3.1.1 General functions Chillers are temperature control units that ideally are used for carrying away of process heat and as economic alternative for cooling water (drinking water). Due to powerful refrigeration technology a very short cooling time can be achieved.

  • Page 31: Testing Planning

    Function description Chapter 3 OPERATION MANUAL 3.3 Testing planning Also observe page 12 in section »Proper operation«. INFORMATION The focus is on your application. Remember that system performance depends on the temperature and viscosity of the thermal fluid and the flow speed: Make sure that the electrical connection is adequately dimensioned.

  • Page 32: Display And Control Instruments

    Function description OPERATION MANUAL Chapter 3 3.4 Display and control instruments The control panel: [Display] [LED display status] Display and buttons [Arrow keys] [SET key] [Start/stop key] 3.4.1 Display The internal temperature is displayed. This is the chiller supply temperature. Using different key combinations the set point or a menu point or setting is displayed.

  • Page 33: Menu Navigation

    Function description Chapter 3 OPERATION MANUAL 3.5 Menu navigation The temperature control unit is equipped with a menu function. Overview of the Menu item Display Description menu items Without function Auto-Start Function Service menu Only for Huber service personnel. In this menu you can adjust the settings for the auto-start function. The temperature control unit is restored to the same state it was before the power failure.

  • Page 34: Setting The Auto-Start Function (Automatic Mains Failure)

    Function description OPERATION MANUAL Chapter 3 3.6.3 Setting the Auto-Start function (automatic mains failure) Settings in the menu Setting Display Description point "C40" auto-start The auto-start function is switched on The auto-start function is switched off PROCEDURE Simultaneously press the >Arrow keys< for about 3 s.

  • Page 35: Setup Mode

    Setup mode Chapter 4 OPERATION MANUAL 4 Setup mode This chapter contains the following sections: Setup mode ....................36 4.1.1 Turning on the temperature control unit ............36 4.1.2 Setting the setpoint..................36 Filling, venting, off-gassing and draining............36 4.2.1 Externally open application................

  • Page 36: Setup Mode

    Setup mode OPERATION MANUAL Chapter 4 4.1 Setup mode Moving the temperature control unit during operation CAUTION SERIOUS BURNS/FREEZING OF THE HOUSING PARTS/ESCAPING THERMAL FLUID Never move temperature control units that are in operation. 4.1.1 Turning on the temperature control unit PROCEDURE Turn on the temperature control unit at the >Mains switch<...
  • Page 37 Setup mode Chapter 4 OPERATION MANUAL NOTE Overflowing thermal fluid inside the temperature control unit PROPERTY DAMAGE Shut down the temperature control unit immediately. Isolate the temperature control unit from the power supply. Have the temperature control unit inspected and cleaned only by personnel trained by Peter Huber Kaeltemaschinenbau GmbH.

  • Page 38: Draining Externally Open Applications

    Setup mode OPERATION MANUAL Chapter 4 4.2.1.2 Draining externally open applications Hot or very cold thermal fluid CAUTION SERIOUS BURNS/FREEZING OF LIMBS Before starting the draining process, you must make sure that the thermal fluid has been brought to room temperature (20 °C). If, at this temperature, the thermal fluid is too viscous to be drained: Control the temperature of the thermal fluid for a few minutes until the viscosity will allow drainage.

  • Page 39: Normal Operation

    Normal operation Chapter 5 OPERATION MANUAL 5 Normal operation This chapter contains the following sections: Automatic operation..................40 5.1.1 Temperature control..................40 5.1.1.1 Starting the temperature control process ..........40 5.1.1.2 Ending the temperature control process ............ 40 V1.1.0en/13.12.12 Errors and omissions excepted. Water Cooler...

  • Page 40: Automatic Operation

    Normal operation OPERATION MANUAL Chapter 5 5.1 Automatic operation Hot or cold thermal fluid and surfaces CAUTION BURNS TO LIMBS Avoid direct contact with thermal fluid and surfaces. Wear your personnel protective equipment (e.g. temperature-resistant safety gloves, safety gog- gles, safety footwear). 5.1.1 Temperature control The control panel: [Display]...

  • Page 41: Interfaces

    Interfaces Chapter 6 OPERATION MANUAL 6 Interfaces This chapter contains the following sections: Interface at the temperature control unit (optional) ........42 6.1.1 Jack RS232....................... 42 V1.1.0en/13.12.12 Errors and omissions excepted. Water Cooler...

  • Page 42: Interface At The Temperature Control Unit (Optional)

    Interfaces OPERATION MANUAL Chapter 6 6.1 Interface at the temperature control unit (optional) Interfaces at the Minichiller top side 6.1.1 Jack RS232 A PC, a SPS or a Process Control System (PCS) can be connected to this jack for remote control of the controller electronics.

  • Page 43: Service/Maintenance

    Service/maintenance Chapter 7 OPERATION MANUAL 7 Service/maintenance This chapter contains the following sections: Display error messages .................. 44 Maintenance....................45 7.2.1 Function check and visual inspection.............. 45 7.2.2 Clean condenser fins (air-cooled temperature control unit) ......46 Thermal fluid inspection, replacement and circuit cleaning ......47 7.3.1 Thermal fluid inspection .................

  • Page 44: Display Error Messages

    Service/maintenance OPERATION MANUAL Chapter 7 7.1 Display error messages In case of malfunction alarms and warning messages are indicated through the display. Overview of the Display Cause Effect, measurement menu items Thermoregulation continues. Flashing display of Warning: Over- or un- Limit value from set point: temperature value dertemperature.

  • Page 45: Maintenance

    Service/maintenance Chapter 7 OPERATION MANUAL 7.2 Maintenance Cleaning/maintenance while the temperature control unit is operating HAZARD MORTAL DANGER FROM ELECTRIC SHOCK Stop an ongoing temperature control process. Disconnect the temperature control unit from the power supply by turning the >Mains switch< [37] on the temperature control unit to “0”.

  • Page 46: Clean Condenser Fins (Air-Cooled Temperature Control Unit)

    Service/maintenance OPERATION MANUAL Chapter 7 7.2.2 Clean condenser fins (air-cooled temperature control unit) Manual cleaning CAUTION RISK OF BEING CUT ON THE CONDENSER FINS Wear suitable cut-resistant gloves for cleaning work. Use cleaning appliances such as vacuum cleaner and hand brush/brush. Cleaning using pointed or sharp-edged tools NOTE DAMAGE TO THE CONDENSER FINS...

  • Page 47: Thermal Fluid Inspection, Replacement And Circuit Cleaning

    Service/maintenance Chapter 7 OPERATION MANUAL 7.3 Thermal fluid inspection, replacement and circuit cleaning The figure »Thermal fluid replacement/inspection and internal cleaning« can be found on page 5. 7.3.1 Thermal fluid inspection 7.3.1.1 Externally open application To replace the thermal fluid, proceed as described on page 36 in section »Externally open applicati- on«.

  • Page 48: Cleaning The Surfaces

    Service/maintenance OPERATION MANUAL Chapter 7 INFORMATION Leave the >Drain< [8] open for a while to allow the cleaning agent to evaporate in the temperature control unit. PROCEDURE After drying out, remove the drain hose and re-fit the knurled screw to the >Drain< [8]. Remove the collection vessel and dispose of the contents in a proper manner.

  • Page 49: Decontamination/Repairs

    Service/maintenance Chapter 7 OPERATION MANUAL 7.7 Decontamination/repairs Sending un-decontaminated temperature control units in for repair CAUTION PHYSICAL INJURY AND PROPERTY DAMAGE CAUSED BY HAZARDOUS MATERIALS IN OR ON THE TEMPERATURE CONTROL UNIT Carry out appropriate decontamination. The decontamination process depends on the type and quantity of the materials used. Consult the relevant safety data sheet.
  • Page 50 Service/maintenance OPERATION MANUAL Chapter 7 Water Cooler Errors and omissions excepted. V1.1.0en/13.12.12...

  • Page 51: Shutting Down

    Shutting down Chapter 8 OPERATION MANUAL 8 Shutting down This chapter contains the following sections: Safety instructions and basic principles ............52 Switch-off ...................... 53 Packing ......................53 Shipping......................53 Disposal ......................53 Telephone numbers and company address............ 54 8.6.1 Telephone number: Customer Support ............

  • Page 52: Safety Instructions And Basic Principles

    Shutting down OPERATION MANUAL Chapter 8 8.1 Safety instructions and basic principles Connection/adjustment to the power supply not carried out by an electrician HAZARD and/or connection to power socket without protective earth (PE) MORTAL DANGER FROM ELECTRIC SHOCK Have the connection/adjustment to the power supply carried out by an electrician. Connect the temperature control unit only to power sockets with protective earth (PE).

  • Page 53: Switch-Off

    Shutting down Chapter 8 OPERATION MANUAL 8.2 Switch-off PROCEDURE Turn >Mains switch< [37] to “0”. Disconnect the temperature control unit from the power supply. 8.3 Packing Use the original packaging wherever possible! Further information can be found on page 22 in sec- tion »Unpacking«.

  • Page 54: Telephone Numbers And Company Address

    Belgium | Europe: +32 4 364 20 50 USA | North America: +1 862 209-4680 8.6.3 Email adress: Customer Support Belgium | Europe: custsupport@diagenode.com USA | North America: custsupport.na@diagenode.com 8.6.4 Email adress: Technical Support Belgium | Europe: techsupport@diagenode.com USA | North America: techsupport.na@diagenode.com...

  • Page 55: Annex

    Annex Chapter 9 OPERATION MANUAL 9 Annex Technical data sheet Replacement part list Connection diagram V1.1.0en/13.12.12 Errors and omissions excepted. Water Cooler...
  • Page 56 Water Cooler Chiller with air-cooled refrigerating unit and circulation pump. Evaporator (cooler), tank and housing of stainless steel. Pressure-suction pump made of industrial plastic material. Digital Temperature adjustment and digital temperature display. Level indicator with sight glass. Special Case: Acetone and Polyglycol: The plastic pump is not resistant against acetone and polyglycols (depending on the manufacturer).
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