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OPERATION MANUAL Immersion Cooler MPC® This operation manual is a translation of the original operation manual. VALID FOR: TC®45 TC®50 TC®100 Abbreviations used in model names: Without = without controller, air cooled, E = with controller and Pt100 sensor, -F = flexible evaporator, -Flasers = longer evaporator, w = water cooled V2.3.0en/03.08.21//1.30 Immersion Cooler...
OPERATION MANUAL Table of contents V2.3.0en/03.08.21//1.30 Introduction Identification / symbols in the operation manual ......... 12 Information on the EU Declaration of Conformity ......... 12 Safety ......................12 1.3.1 Symbols used for Safety Instructions .............. 12 1.3.2 Representation of safety identifiers on the temperature control unit ... 13 1.3.3 Proper operation .....................
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OPERATION MANUAL 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 To be noted when planning the test ............. 31 Only valid for temperature control units with MPC controller: ...... 31 3.4.1 Display and control instruments ..............
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OPERATION MANUAL Draining the cooling water ................43 8.4.1 Draining process ..................... 43 Packing ......................43 Shipping ....................... 44 Disposal ....................... 44 Contact data ....................45 8.8.1 Telephone number: Customer Support ............45 8.8.2 Telephone number: Sales ................45 8.8.3 Email address: Customer Support ..............
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Peter Huber Kältemaschinenbau AG as Huber company or Huber. Liability for errors and misprints excluded. The following trademarks and the Huber logo are registered trademarks of Peter Huber Kältemaschinenbau AG in Germany and/or other countries worldwide: BFT®, CC®, Chili®, Com.G@te®, Compatible Control®, CoolNet®, DC®, E-grade®, Grande Fleur®, Huber Piccolo®, KISS®, Minichiller®, Ministat®, MP®, MPC®, Peter Huber Mini-...
Introduction OPERATION MANUAL Chapter 1 Introduction Identification / symbols in the operation manual The following identifications and symbols are used in the texts and illustrations. Overview Identification / symbol Description → Reference to information / procedure. Reference to a chapter in the operation manual. In the digital version, the text »TEXT«...
Introduction Chapter 1 OPERATION MANUAL Safety information and procedure The safety information in this operation manual is designed to protect the operating company, the operator and the equipment from damage. First inform yourself about any residual risks due to misuse before you start an operation. 1.3.2 Representation of safety identifiers on the temperature control unit The following pictograms are used as safety identifiers.
The EU declaration of conformity becomes invalid if any modifications are made to the tem- perature control unit without the approval of Huber. Only specialists trained by Huber may carry out modifications, repairs or maintenance work. The following must be observed without fail: ...
▪ Your system, which uses our temperature control unit, must be equally safe. ▪ The responsible body must design the system to ensure it is safe. ▪ Huber is not responsible for the safety of your system. The responsible body is responsible for the safety of the system.
Introduction OPERATION MANUAL Chapter 1 Huber temperature control units are constructed to be permanently sealed and are carefully checked for leak tightness. Temperature control units with more than 150 g natural refrigerant are equipped with an additional gas warning sensor.
Introduction Chapter 1 OPERATION MANUAL 1.4.3 Obligations of the operators Carefully read the operation manual before operating the temperature control unit. Please observe the safety instructions. When operating the temperature control unit, wear appropriate personal protective equipment (e.g. safety goggles, protective gloves, non-slip shoes). General information 1.5.1 Description of workstation...
Introduction OPERATION MANUAL Chapter 1 1.5.3 Further protective devices Emergency strategy – interrupt the power grid connection! To determine the type of switch or switch combination your temperature control unit is equipped with, please refer to the wiring diagram. → From page 46, section »Annex«. Temperature control units with >Mains isolator<...
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Introduction Chapter 1 OPERATION MANUAL Air cooling: Air inlet Water cooling: Water connection V2.3.0en/03.08.21//1.30 Immersion Cooler...
Commissioning OPERATION MANUAL Chapter 2 Commissioning In-plant transport Temperature control unit is not transported / moved according to the specifications in this operation manual DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY DUE TO CRUSHING Always transport / move the temperature control unit according to the specifications in this operation manual.
Commissioning Chapter 2 OPERATION MANUAL ▪ The crane or industrial truck must have a lifting force equal to or greater than the weight of the temperature control unit. See the data sheet for the weight of the temperature control unit. →...
Commissioning OPERATION MANUAL Chapter 2 2.1.3 Positioning the temperature control unit 2.1.3.1 Temperature control unit with casters ▪ Do not use the casters for the transportation to the place of installation. → Page 20, section »Lift- ing and transporting the temperature control unit«. ▪...
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Commissioning Chapter 2 OPERATION MANUAL ▪ Use only indoors. The illuminance must be at least 300 lx. ▪ Installation altitude up to 2,000 meters above sea level. ▪ Maintain wall and ceiling clearance for adequate air exchange (dissipation of waste heat, supply of fresh air for the temperature control unit and work area).
Commissioning OPERATION MANUAL Chapter 2 2.3.1 EMC-specific notes Connecting cables in general Prerequisites for a failure-free operation of the temperature control units incl. their connections with external applications: Installation and wiring must be carried out professionally. Related topics: "Electrical safety" and "EMC-compliant wiring". Cable lengths For flexible/fixed cable routing of more than 3 meters, the following must amongst other things be observed:...
▪ We exclusively recommend reinforced hoses for connecting to the cooling water supply. Cooling water hoses can be found in the Huber catalog under Accessories. Wrench sizes and torques Note the wrench sizes that result for the pump connection on the temperature control unit. The following table lists the pump connections and the resulting wrench sizes, and torque values.
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For information about water quality, see www.huber-online.com. To minimize cooling water consumption, Huber temperature control units with water cooling are equipped with a cooling water regulator. It limits the flow of cooling water to the amount required by the current load situation.
Commissioning Chapter 2 OPERATION MANUAL Preparations for operation 2.8.1 Unscrewing/activating the leveling feet (if any) The leveling feet are not unscrewed/activated before switching on the temperature control unit DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY DUE TO CRUSHING The parking brakes must be activated at the casters (if any) and/or the leveling feet must be unscrewed/activated before the temperature control unit is put into operation.
Commissioning OPERATION MANUAL Chapter 2 2.8.2.1 Immersion depth of the probe [67] Make sure that the >Probe< [67] is immersed into the thermofluid to be cooled at least up to the upper end of the cooling coil. Otherwise, ice crystals will form on the >Probe< [67], resulting in an inferior transmission of energy. Model F (with flexible >Probe<...
Commissioning Chapter 2 OPERATION MANUAL 2.9.2 Connection via hard wiring Connection/adjustment to the power supply not carried out by an electrician MORTAL DANGER FROM ELECTRIC SHOCK Have the connection/adjustment to the power supply carried out by an electrician. Damaged power cable/power cable connection MORTAL DANGER FROM ELECTRIC SHOCK ...
Thermal fluid: Water-ethylene glycol mixture do not use For thermal fluids we recommend the media listed in the Huber catalog. The name of a thermal fluid is derived from its working temperature range and its viscosity at 25 °C. Immersion Cooler...
Function description Chapter 3 OPERATION MANUAL To be noted when planning the test Observe the intended operation. → Page 13, section »Proper operation«. The focus is on your application. Bear in mind that the system performance depends on the temperature. ▪...
Menu item Display Description items Without a function Auto-Start function Service menu Only for Huber service personnel. 3.4.3 Function examples 3.4.3.1 Display setpoint PROCEDURE Press the >SET key< [D] and keep it pressed. The setpoint is displayed. Release the >SET key< [D]. The internal temperature is displayed again.
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Function description Chapter 3 OPERATION MANUAL Settings in the menu Setting Display Description item “C40” auto-start function The auto-start function is turned on. The auto-start function is turned off. PROCEDURE Press the >Arrow keys< [C] simultaneously for 3 seconds. The display changes from the display of the temperature to the display of the first menu item.
Setup mode OPERATION MANUAL Chapter 4 Setup mode Setup mode Moving the temperature control unit during operation SERIOUS BURNS/FREEZING OF THE HOUSING PARTS/ESCAPING THERMAL FLUID Do not move temperature control units that are in operation. The cooling coil is moved / bent when cold. MATERIAL DAMAGE CAUSED BY INTERNAL FRACTURE ...
Normal operation Chapter 5 OPERATION MANUAL Normal operation Automatic operation Extremely hot / cold surfaces, connections and thermal fluids BURNS/FREEZING OF LIMBS Surfaces, connections and tempered thermal fluids can be extremely hot or cold depending on the operating mode. ...
In this context, safety-critical thresholds for the temperature control fluid must be strictly observed. The control results contained in the data sheet can only be achieved with shielded sensor leads. We recommend the external Pt100 process control sensor from the Huber accessories program. Pin assignment (front...
Service/maintenance Chapter 7 OPERATION MANUAL Service/maintenance Electrical fuse (if available) To find out whether your temperature control unit is equipped with fuses, refer to the “Wiring diagram”. → From page 46, section »Annex«. The overcurrent circuit breakers for all pole breaking (L and N) are located at the back of the tem- perature control unit.
Performing maintenance work not described in these operation manual MATERIAL DAMAGE ON THE TEMPERATURE CONTROL UNIT Please contact Huber for maintenance work that is not described in these operation manual. Maintenance work not described in these operation manual is reserved for qualified specialists trained by Huber.
Service/maintenance Chapter 7 OPERATION MANUAL 7.3.2 Replacing coolant hoses Replace defective coolant hoses before turning on the temperature control unit. PROCEDURE Drain the cooling water. → Page 43, section »Draining the cooling water«. Replace the defective coolant hoses. Follow the instructions for the proper disposal. → Page 15, section »Proper disposal of resources and consumables«.
Service/maintenance OPERATION MANUAL Chapter 7 PROCEDURE Table-top models: Turn off the temperature control unit. Disconnect the temperature control unit from the power supply. Close the customer’s shut-off valves in the cooling water supply and return lines. Place a collecting container below the >Cooling water inlet< [13]. ...
The decontamination process depends on the type and quantity of the materials used. Consult the relevant safety data sheet. You will find a prepared return receipt at www.huber-online.com. As the responsible body you are responsible for carrying out decontamination before third-party personnel come into contact with the temperature control unit / accessory.
Shutting down OPERATION MANUAL Chapter 8 Shutting down Safety instructions and basic principles Connection/adjustment to the power supply not carried out by an electrician and/or connection to a power socket without protective earth (PE) MORTAL DANGER FROM ELECTRIC SHOCK Have the connection/adjustment to the power supply carried out by an electrician. ...
Shutting down Chapter 8 OPERATION MANUAL Observe the wiring diagram. → Page 46, section »Annex«. Remove the >Probe< [67] from the thermal fluid. The minimum bending radius of the hose is 400 mm and must never be smaller. Model F (with flexible >Probe< [67]): Never use a bending radius of less than 40 mm when bending the flexible >Probe<...
Shutting down OPERATION MANUAL Chapter 8 Shipping Temperature control unit transported in a horizontal position DAMAGE TO THE COMPRESSOR Only transport the temperature control unit in an upright position. Temperature control unit transported incorrectly PROPERTY DAMAGE Do not transport by truck on the castors or feet. ...
Chapter 8 OPERATION MANUAL Huber temperature control units and Huber accessories are made of high quality, recyclable materi- als. For example: Stainless steel 1.4301 / 1.4401 (V2A), copper, nickel, FKM, Perbunan, NBR, ceram- ic, carbon, Al-Oxid, red brass, brass, nickel-plated brass and silver solder. Proper recycling of the...
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