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- Page 1 VWR Scientific Brand Explosion-Proof and Flammable Materials Storage, Refrigerator-Freezers Installation and Operation Manual MODEL NO. 47747-222 47747-224 47747-226 47747-228 057-658-00 • Rev. B © 2015 All rights reserved.Printed in U.S.A.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Table of Contents Safety Information................1 Alert Signals . -
Page 3: Safety Information
Safety Information Safety Information Your satisfaction and safety are important to VWR and a complete understanding of this unit is necessary to attain these objectives. As the ultimate user of this apparatus, it is your responsibility to understand its proper function and operational characteristics. - Page 4 Safety Information DANGER RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT Before you throw away your old refrigerator or freezer: • Take off doors • Leave the shelves in the place so that children may not easily climb inside. If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the protection provided by the equipment may be impaired.
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Page 5: Intended Use Statement
Intended Use Statement Intended Use Statement WARNING: The Refrigerators/Freezers described in this manual are for professional use only. These products are intended for Only Explosion Proof Units use in research for the storage of samples or inventory in Flammable Material Storage Units are to the following temperature ranges: be used for the storage of flammable Refrigerators... -
Page 6: Explosion-Proof Refrigerators And Freezers
Explosion-Proof Refrigerators and Freezers Explosion-Proof Refrigerators and Freezers Overview Conventional refrigerators and freezers are not only unsuitable for storing flammable materials; they can create potential hazards in a facility. Such units have several components in their electrical and refrigeration systems that can trigger explosions of flammable air-vapor mixtures inside the unit or from the immediate surrounding area. -
Page 7: Explosion-Proof Refrigerators, Freezers And Refrigerator/Freezers
Explosion-Proof Refrigerators and Freezers Explosion-Proof Refrigerators, Freezers and Refrigerator/Freezers Models 47747-226 and 47747-228 23.63” Wid, Two-door Refrigerator/Freezer Features: • Overall 10.1 cu.ft. • Three adjustable shelves • Four door shelves • Hydraulic thermostat • Adjustable natural air-flow vent • Manual defrost •... -
Page 8: Flammable Materials Storage Units
Flammable Materials Storage Units Flammable Materials Storage Units Overview These VWR Scientific units will prevent potentially destructive explosions in any facility by meeting the standards established by Underwriter’s Laboratory, Inc., OSHA and National Fire Protection Association for storage of hazardous materials.They also are designed to comply with National... -
Page 9: Flammable Materials Storage Refrigerators And Freezers
Flammable Materials Storage Units Flammable Materials Storage Refrigerators and Freezers Models 47747-222 and 47747-224 23.63” Wide, Two-door Refrigerator/Freezer Features: • Overall 10.1 cu.ft. • Four adjustable shelves • Three door shelves • Manual defrost • ABS plastic interior • White color WARNING: For FMS and EXP units where flammable materials are stored in the cooling chamber. -
Page 10: Unpacking And Installation
Unpacking and Installation Unpacking and Installation Shipping Carton Caution REMOVE, under This should be inspected upon delivery. When received, circumstance, the grounding prongs from carefully examine for any shipping damage before the 3-prong power cord supplied with all unpacking. If damage is discovered, the delivering carrier units. -
Page 11: Be Advised
Unpacking and Installation Be Advised WARNING: UNLESS UNIT IS SPECIFICALLY DESIGNED FOR COMBUSTIBLE OR FLAMMABLE ATMOSPHERES DO NOT USE IN THE PRESENCE OF FLAMMABLE OR COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS OR EXPLOSIVE GASES. DO NOT USE IN THE PRESENCE OF PRESSURIZED OR SEALED CONTAINERS—FIRE OR EXPLOSION MAY RESULT CAUSING DEATH. -
Page 12: How To Seal Killark® Box Conduit With Fiber And Sealing Compound To Help Protect Against Explosions (Explosion-Proof Units Only)
Unpacking and Installation How to Seal Killark® Box Conduit with Fiber and Sealing Compound to Help Protect Against Explosions (Explosion-Proof Units Only): The purpose of the procedure that follows is to build fiber rope dams on the left and right hubs of the horizontal conduit. - Page 13 Unpacking and Installation Figure 2: Horizontal Conduit, Cutaway • Insert fiber rope material down into horizontal conduit opening. Pressing down firmly, work the material into the left hub and—most importantly—being sure the material COMPLETELY SURROUNDS THE WIRING, from the top to the bottom, completely blocking this end of the horizontal conduit.
- Page 14 Unpacking and Installation • Pour sealing compound down in between the two fiber rope dams filling the remaining space. Pour • slowly, being careful not to trap air bubbles. Immediately wipe off any spilled sealing compound. • Screw conduit domed-cover back onto conduit opening. NOTE: INITIAL SETUP OF SEALING COMPOUND WILL OCCUR IN APPROXIMATELY 30 MINUTES HOWEVER, THE SEALING COMPOUND REQUIRES A MINIMUM OF 8 HOURS ABOVE 32ºF TO DEVELOP SUFFICIENT STRENGTH TO WITHSTAND EXPLOSIONS.
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Page 15: Operation
Operation Operation Start-Up Procedure Caution Do not use in the presence of flammable or Rotate the control knob clockwise to lower the combustible materials or explosive gases. temperature and counterclockwise raise it. Fire or explosion could result, causing death or severe injury. To check chamber temperature, place a dial thermometer on a shelf in the center of the chamber. -
Page 16: Safety Tips
Operation • Close the door as soon as possible in hot, humid weather. • Make certain that the door is closed tightly. • As soon as frost has accumulated to 1/4”, defrost. • Keep containers covered, when possible, to reduce moisture buildup. -
Page 17: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting In the event that your unit is not operating properly, check the following before calling for service assistance— this may save you the cost of unnecessary service calls. Symptom Possible Cause of Problem Unit not operating Make certain that the unit is connected to a grounded outlet. Make certain that temperature control knob is ON. -
Page 18: Maintenance
Maintenance Maintenance Cleaning of Units: Before Warning Disconnect from the power supply prior to Beginning maintenance and servicing. 1. Disconnect power cord from its outlet. 2. Set the temperature control to the OFF position. Warning Refer servicing to qualified personnel. 3. -
Page 19: Order From Your Vwr Sales Office
Maintenance Order From Your VWR Sales Office ALBUQUERQUE DALLAS KANSAS CITY PHILADELPHIA ST. LOUIS 3455 Princeton Dr. NE PO BOX: 152643 PO BOX: 66929 PO BOX: 626 PO BOX: 66929 Albuquerque, NM 87105 Irving, TX 75015 O’Hare AMF Bridgeport, NJ 08014 O’Hare AMF 505/883-8726 1-800/932-5000... - Page 20 WEEE Compliance WEEE Compliance. This product is required to comply with the European Union’s Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive 2002/96EC. Great Britain It is marked with the following symbol. Thermo Fisher Scientific has contracted with one or more recycling/disposal companies in each EU Member State, and this product should be disposed of or recycled through them.
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Page 21: Warranty
Warranty Warranty Domestic Warranty Two Years Full Warranty, Parts and Labor United States of America and Canada VWR warrants this product to the owner for a period of two (2) years from date of shipment by VWR, Inc. Under this warranty, VWR, through its authorized service organizations, will repair, or at its option, replace any part found to contain a manufacturing defect in material or workmanship without charge to the owner for parts, service labor, or any shipping or cartage costs. - Page 22 057-658-00 • Rev. B...
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