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OPERATION MANUAL RotaCool® MPC® This operation manual is a translation of the original operation manual. V2.3.0en/04.08.21//1.30 RotaCool®...
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OPERATION MANUAL The variants of the MPC controller. Mini Chiller/Unichiller, Unichiller, MPC Im- mersion circulator (top to bottom) RotaCool® V2.3.0en/04.08.21//1.30...
OPERATION MANUAL Table of contents V2.3.0en/04.08.21//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 2.9.1 Connection using socket with protective earth (PE) ........28 2.9.2 Connection via hard wiring ................29 Function description 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 ..............
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OPERATION MANUAL Switch-off ....................46 Draining the temperature control unit ............47 Deinstalling the collecting container ............. 47 Uninstalling an external application ............. 47 Packing ......................47 Shipping ....................... 47 Disposal ....................... 48 Contact data ....................48 7.9.1 Telephone number: Customer Support ............48 7.9.2 Telephone number: Sales ................
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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.
Flow-through coolers and calibration baths must be used only in com- bination with Huber temperature control units. Only use thermal fluids suitable for the overall sys- tem. The cooling or heating capacity is provided at the pump connections or - where present - in the tempering bath.
▪ 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.
Please additionally: → Page 14, section »Proper operation«. 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.
▪ Regular leak tests of stationary refrigeration systems by certified personnel (such as Huber service engineers). The required test interval is based on the refrigerant filling capacity and the type of refrigerant, converted to CO 2 equivalent.
Introduction OPERATION MANUAL Chapter 1 General information 1.5.1 Description of workstation The workstation is located at the control panel in front of the temperature control unit. The work- station is determined by the customer's connected peripheries. Accordingly, it must be designed safe by the responsible body.
Introduction Chapter 1 OPERATION MANUAL 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 50, section »Annex«. Temperature control units with >Mains isolator<...
Introduction OPERATION MANUAL Chapter 1 Air cooling: Air inlet Water cooling: Water connection 1.6.1 Consequence of inadequate energy dissipation Room air/cooling water Consequences of, for instance, contamination of the liquefier 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 coolant circuit can no longer fully discharge the admitted energy to the room air/cooling water.
Commissioning Chapter 2 OPERATION MANUAL Commissioning In-plant transport Temperature control unit is not transported / moved according to the specifications in this oper- ation manual DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY DUE TO CRUSHING Always transport / move the temperature control unit according to the specifications in this operation manual.
Commissioning OPERATION MANUAL Chapter 2 ▪ Do not lift and transport the temperature control unit at the lifting eyes alone and without aids. ▪ Lift and transport the temperature control unit at the lifting eyes only with a crane or an industrial truck. ▪...
Commissioning Chapter 2 OPERATION MANUAL 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 21, section »Lift- ing and transporting the temperature control unit«. ▪...
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Commissioning OPERATION MANUAL Chapter 2 Use of the temperature control unit is permitted only under normal ambient conditions in accord- ance with the currently valid DIN EN 61010-1. ▪ Use only indoors. The illuminance must be at least 300 lx. ▪...
Commissioning Chapter 2 OPERATION MANUAL 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:...
Commissioning OPERATION MANUAL Chapter 2 Hot or cold thermal fluid and surfaces BURNS TO LIMBS Avoid direct contact with the thermal fluids or the surfaces. Wear your personnel protective equipment (e.g. temperature-resistant safety gloves, safety goggles, safety footwear). To connect applications, use only temperature control hoses that are compatible with the thermal fluid used.
Commissioning Chapter 2 OPERATION MANUAL 2.7.2 Opening/closing valves Opening and closing valves Opening valves: Open valves by turning them counterclockwise (turn 90° left as far as it will go). Close valves: close valves by turning them clockwise (turn 90° right as far as it will go). PROCEDURE ...
Install burst disks on the application itself (at the feed and discharge lines). Install a bypass upstream of the valves/quick-release couplings for the application. Matching accessories (e.g. bypasses to reduce pressure) can be found in the Huber catalog. Example: Connecting...
Commissioning Chapter 2 OPERATION MANUAL Incorrect power supply connection DAMAGE TO THE TEMPERATURE CONTROL UNIT Your building's existing power supply voltage and frequency must match the data provided on the rating plate of the temperature control unit. In case of uncertainties about an existing protective earth (PE), have the connection inspected by an electrician.
Function description OPERATION MANUAL Chapter 3 Function description Function description of the temperature control unit 3.1.1 General functions This temperature control unit is designed for externally closed applications. → Page 28, section »Connecting an externally closed application«. Circulating coolers are temperature control units, which are mainly used to dissipate process heat as well as a cost effective alternative to cooling water (drinking water).
Function description Chapter 3 OPERATION MANUAL Thermal fluid: Water Designation Specification Calcium carbonate per liter ≤ 1.5 mmol/l; corresponds to a water hardness of: ≤ 8.4 °dH (soft) pH value between 6.0 and 8.5 Ultrapure water, distillates Add 0.1 g of sodium carbonate (Na ) per liter Distilled, deionized, demineralized, chloric, ferruginous, ammoniacal, con- Not approved water...
Function description OPERATION MANUAL Chapter 3 ▪ The application should be roughly at the same height of or below the temperature control unit if the temperature control is close to the boiling temperature of the thermal fluid. ▪ Fill the temperature control unit slowly, carefully and evenly. Wear the necessary personal pro- tective equipment, such as goggles, heat-proof and chemically resistant gloves, etc.
Display Description items Without a function Auto-Start function Service menu Only for Huber service personnel. Function examples 3.6.1 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 OPERATION MANUAL Chapter 3 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. Press the >Arrow key< [C] until the menu item “C40”...
Setup mode Chapter 4 OPERATION MANUAL 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. 4.1.1 Turning on the temperature control unit PROCEDURE ...
Setup mode OPERATION MANUAL Chapter 4 4.2.1 Filling and venting externally closed application Non-compliance with the safety data sheet for the thermal fluid to be used INJURIES Risk of injury to the eyes, skin, respiratory tract. The safety data sheet for the thermal fluid to be used must be read prior to using it and its content must be respected.
Setup mode Chapter 4 OPERATION MANUAL Start the circulation by pressing the >Start/Stop button< [E]. Refill thermal fluid. Observe the fill level in the >Level indicator/Level< [25] The filling/venting process is complete when the thermal fluid is 1 cm below the max. mark of the >Level indica- tor/Level<...
Normal operation OPERATION MANUAL Chapter 5 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. ...
Service/maintenance Chapter 6 OPERATION MANUAL Service/maintenance Displays in the event of faults The device displays an alarm or warning message in the event of a fault. Overview of Display Cause Effect, measure messages Error Sensor1 Control is inactive. Break or short circuit (Pump off, compressor off, heating off) Check the sensor.
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 6 OPERATION MANUAL 6.2.2 Replacing temperature control hoses Replace defective temperature control hoses before turning on the temperature control unit. PROCEDURE Drain the temperature control unit. → Page 37, section »Draining externally closed applications«. Replace defective temperature control hoses. Observe the proper disposal. → Page 15, section »Proper disposal of resources and consumables«.
Service/maintenance OPERATION MANUAL Chapter 6 Thermal fluid inspection, replacement and circuit cleaning Observe the wiring diagram. → From page 50, section »Annex«. 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.
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Service/maintenance Chapter 6 OPERATION MANUAL Example: Connecting a short circuit hose The inner components of the temperature control unit must be dried out Need to avoid boiling retardation during future uses (e.g. use of a silicone oil at temperatures above about 100 °C). PROCEDURE ...
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. You will find a prepared return receipt at www.huber-online.com. RotaCool® V2.3.0en/04.08.21//1.30...
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/ accessory is returned for repair or inspection. Attach a clearly visible written notice stating that the temperature control unit / accessory has been decontaminated. To simplify the process, we have prepared a form for you. This is available for download at www.huber-online.com. V2.3.0en/04.08.21//1.30 RotaCool®...
Shutting down OPERATION MANUAL Chapter 7 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 7 OPERATION MANUAL Draining the temperature control unit PROCEDURE Drain the temperature control unit. → Page 37, section »Draining externally closed applica- tions«. Deinstalling the collecting container PROCEDURE Remove the hose from the collecting container. ...
Please strictly observe: → Page 17, section »Temperature control units with fluorinated greenhouse gases/refrigerants«. 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.
Shutting down Chapter 7 OPERATION MANUAL 7.10 Certificate of Compliance This certificate must be enclosed with the temperature control unit. → Page 44, section »Decontam- ination/repairs«. V2.3.0en/04.08.21//1.30 RotaCool®...
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