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Thermomate
BF200/BF400
BF500/BF600
● Thank you for purchasing "Thermomate BF Series" of
Yamato Scientific Co., Ltd.
● In order to use this Equipment properly, please read
this Instruction Manual and Warranty Card thoroughly
before use. Keep them in safe place close to this
Equipment so that you can refer to them any time.
Warning
: Please read the important warning
Yamato Scientific America Inc．
Santa Clara，CA
Seventh Edition
notes in this Manual carefully and
thoroughly, and get the good
understanding of their contents
before using this Equipment.

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  • Page 1 BF500/BF600 Seventh Edition ● Thank you for purchasing “Thermomate BF Series” of Yamato Scientific Co., Ltd. ● In order to use this Equipment properly, please read this Instruction Manual and Warranty Card thoroughly before use. Keep them in safe place close to this Equipment so that you can refer to them any time.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    3. Names and functions of parts ......................9 Main unit ............................. 9 Operation panel ..........................11 4. Operating procedures (For BF200) ....................12 Operations after turning the power switch ON ................. 12 How to use the temperature preset function ..................13 4.
  • Page 3 12. After sales service and warranty ....................63 Request to repair parts ........................63 13. Specification ..........................64 14. Wiring diagram ..........................65 15. Replacement parts list ......................... 66 16. Optional accessories ........................67 17. Description of displayed characters ..................69 18.

  • Page 4: Safety Precautions

    1. Safety Precautions Explanation of symbols About symbols Various symbols are provided in this Instruction Manual and on the product to ensure safe operation. Improper handling of this Equipment without understanding their contents will lead to the results classified below. Be sure to fully understand the description of symbols below before proceeding to the text of this Manual.

  • Page 5: List Of Symbols

    1. Safety Precautions List of symbols Warning Danger!: High Danger!: High Danger!: Moving Danger!: General Warnings Voltage Temperature Part Explosion Hazard Caution Caution: Heating Caution: Caution: Water General Cautions Caution: Burns! Container without Electrical Shock! Leak! water! Caution: For Caution: Toxic water only Chemicals Prohibitions...

  • Page 6: Warning And Cautions

    1. Safety Precautions Warning and Cautions Warning Never operate the Equipment in an atmosphere where flammable or explosive gas is present. Never operate this Equipment in an atmosphere where flammable or explosive gas is present. This Equipment is not explosion-proof. It will cause fire/explosion. Refer to “Chapter 19.

  • Page 7: Before Operating The Equipment

    ・ Require to ground by Electrical Equipment Technical Standards Section 19-calss D in Japan, if grounding terminal is not provided. Please contact with local dealer, local electrician, or Yamato Customer Service Center. ・ Connect the terminals firmly to switch board of facilities or appropriate power plug.
  • Page 8 Connect Power Cord/Power Cable to suitable receptacle/switch board of facilities according to electrical requirements as follows. Electrical BF200/400/500 AC100V 11A , BF600 AC100V 13A requirements:： ＊ Check line voltage of its receptacle/switch board of facilities and/or whether utilize the same line with other equipment or not, if this Equipment does not start up/operate even to turn Earth Leakage Breaker(ELB) On(｜).
  • Page 9 2. Before using the unit Precautions on installation 10. Do not splash water on the unit 11. Do not use well water Use distilled water or pure water to use in Never splash water on electric the testing bath. Well water or low quality components to avoid possible electric water will make scale or stone leakage or an electric shock.
  • Page 10 2. Before using the unit Precautions on installation 13. When you use an antifreeze liquid  Never use an ignitable, toxic or corrosive liquid.  Never use glycerin or ethylene glycol.  For a lower temperature range, use ethyl alcohol only and be sure to operate at 20℃ or lower by employing a cooling coil and a throw-in type cooler.
  • Page 11 2. Before using the unit Precautions on installation 17. You can change the direction of the pump discharge port While BF400 or 500 is used, a specimen in front of the pump discharge port will interfere with circulation of water in the bath or cause splash, in which case the angle of the port shall be changed.

  • Page 12: Names And Functions Of Parts

    3. Names and functions of parts Main unit Operation panel Page 10 Level detection Heater sensor Temperature control sensor Pump discharge port Port direction can be changed for BF400/500 on Page Pump cover...
  • Page 13 3. Names and functions of parts Control box External communication External communication BF500 only Optional external communication cable and an RC23 interface for PC connection are necessary for external communication. The user shall prepare a PC. Page 69 External output BF500 only Power switch Optional multi-core cables for...

  • Page 14: Operation Panel

    3. Names and functions of parts Operation panel ③ ① BF200 ② MEASURED TEMP TROUBLE HEAT STAND ④ ENTER ⑤ ① Display Indicates the set temperature and the measured temperature. ② HEATER Stays lit while power is supplied to the heater.

  • Page 15: Operating Procedures (For Bf200)

    4. Operating procedures (For BF200) Operations after turning the power switch ON Start operating the unit when it is ready. Display after operation and operating procedures Description Turn the power switch at Once power is turned on, MEASURED TEMP the rear of the unit ON.

  • Page 16: How To Use The Temperature Preset Function

    4. Operating procedures How to use the temperature preset function How to register a preset temperature You can register a preset temperature any time except for during an error as long as the power switch is ON. Follow the procedures below to register. Operation will continue during registration of a preset temperature.
  • Page 17 4. Operating procedures How to use the temperature preset function How to call for/cancel the preset temperature You call for the preset temperature when you set a target temperature. Be sure to follow the procedures below. Operation will continue while the preset temperature is being called for. Display after operation and operating procedures Description Press the [SET] key.

  • Page 18: Operating Procedures (For Bf400/500/600)

    4. Operating procedures (For BF400/500/600) Operations after turning the power switch ON When operation is ready start operation following the procedures below. （Note：Model BF600 does not support indication of a temperature with a decimal point） Display after operation and operating procedures Description Example：Measured temperature: 25.0℃...

  • Page 19: Changing The Set Temperature During Operation

    4. Operating procedures Changing the set temperature during operation （Note：Model BF600 does not support indication of a temperature with a decimal point） Display after operation and operating procedures Description  Press the [▼] or the [▲] key. Example: Changing fixed-temperature operation at 37.0℃...

  • Page 20: Procedures For Program Operation

    4. Operating procedures Procedures for program operation When operation is ready start operation following the procedures below. （Note：Model BF600 does not support indication of a temperature with a decimal point） Display after operation and operating procedures Description Example：Measured When power is turned on, the main temperature:25.0℃...
  • Page 21 4. Operating procedures Procedures for program operation Display after operation and operating procedures Description  Press the [▼] or the [▲] key to flash the Example：To start operation after 2 hours time to start the program you have called and 30 minutes for on the main display.

  • Page 22: To Switch To The Quick Auto Stop Operation

    4. Operating procedures To switch to the Quick auto stop operation The Quick auto stop operation is used when you want to stop operation after specified time during the fixed-temperature operation. Display after operation and operating procedures Description  Press the [MENU] key during the fixed-temperature operation.

  • Page 23: When You Want To Switch To Program Operation During Fixed-Temperature Operation

    4. Operating procedures When you want to switch to program operation during fixed-temperature operation Below is an example of operation of the executable program number 1 during fixed-temperature operation. Display after operation and operating procedures Description  Press the [MENU] key during the fixed-temperature operation.

  • Page 24: When You Want To Switch To A Different Operation Mode

    4. Operating procedures When you want to switch to a different operation mode When you want to switch from the program operation to the fixed-temperature operation （Note：Model BF600 does not support indication of a temperature with a decimal point） Display after operation and operating procedures Description ...
  • Page 25 4. Operating procedures When you want to switch to a different operation mode When you want to the program operation to a different program You can change the “number of the program to execute” and “Operation start wait time” during the program operation (during execution, stand-by and at the completion of operation).

  • Page 26: How To Use The Function Menu (Mode Key)

    5. How to use the function menu (MODE key) Contents of the menu The function menu has the following functions. This section shows the indications of each function called for and explains each of functions briefly. For how to set and input functions, see the sections that explain those functions.
  • Page 27 5.How to use the function menu (MODE key) Menu contents Display after operation and operating procedures Description  Press the [▼] or the [▲] key several times. 〈Program input/edit function〉 The mode changes to the program input/edit mode. ＊ See P.38 “Programming procedures”. Indication when Indication when When any programs are not input, the sub...
  • Page 28 5.How to use the function menu (MODE key) Menu contents Display after operation and operating procedures Description  Press the [▼] or the [▲] key several times. 〈Hold function〉 The mode changes to the hold function select *Calling is limited* mode.

  • Page 29: How To Use The Sub Display Switching Function

    5.How to use the function menu (MODE key) How to use the sub display switching function  You can change indication in the sub display while the quick auto stop operation or the program operation is eing executed.  While the quick auto stop operation is being executed, you can select and indicate from “Set temperature”...

  • Page 30: Setting And Cancelling Panel Key Lock

    5.How to use the function menu (MODE key) Setting and cancelling panel key lock Panel key lock is a function to prevent inadvertent changes of settings during operation or stand-by. When it is [ON], any keys other than the [ ] key are disabled.

  • Page 31: Setting And Cancelling The Error Beep

    5.How to use the function menu (MODE key) Setting and cancelling the error beep Display after operation and operating procedures Description  Call for the “error beep” select mode Indication when Indication when the beep is the beep is using the MODE. disabled enabled Select a function...

  • Page 32: How To Set And Cancel The Hold Function

    5.How to use the function menu (MODE key) How to set and cancel the hold function You can call for the hold function only during the quick auto stop operation and the program operation. Display after operation and operating procedures Description ...

  • Page 33: How To Use The Escape Function

    5. How to use the function menu (MODE key) How to use the escape function  The escape function is used to abort calling for the or cancel or finish input and edit of a MODE program.  This function can be executed in the “Program number setting mode” for inputting/editing a program, “Segment setting mode”...

  • Page 34: How To Register A Preset Temperature

    5.How to use the function menu (MODE key) How to register a preset temperature  You can register a preset temperature any time except for during the remote operation (optional specification) and during an error. Follow the procedures below to register. ...
  • Page 35 5.How to use the function menu (MODE key) How to register a preset temperature Display after operation and operating procedures Description  Press the [▼] or the [▲] key to flash an 〈When the number of registered temperatures is 10〉 over-writable preset temperature in the ▼...

  • Page 36: How To Call For The Preset Temperature

    5.How to use the function menu (MODE key) How to call for the preset temperature Display after operation and operating procedures Description ＜ ＞ When calling for at inputting/editing a program  At the time of inputting a ramp level ＜Example: Setting to the segment 1＞...

  • Page 37: How To Change The Jet Strength

    5.How to use the function menu (MODE key) How to change the jet strength  You can change the jet strength any time except for during the remote operation or an error.  You can select a jet strength from 10 different strengths. Strength is a rough standard and select an appropriate strength by checking stirring status in the bath.

  • Page 38: How To Set And Cancel Communication Lock Out

    5.How to use the function menu (MODE key) How to set and cancel communication lock out  The function is used to select a process to hand down the controller control to the host computer (communication lock out cancelled) in response to a communication request from the host computer connected via a communication interface, or to reject such request (communication lock out enabled).

  • Page 39: Program Configuration

    5.How to use the function menu (MODE key) Program configuration  Configuration elements of a program can roughly be classified into “segments” and the “repeat command”. “Segments” comprise of those defined with “ramp time”, “ramp level”, “soak time” and “wait” and a special segment that indicates the end of a program (called “end segment”). “Repeat command”...
  • Page 40 5.How to use the function menu (MODE key) Program configuration Description 3. Hold 〈Indication example when hold is selected〉  The program will maintain the target temperature Press [▼] [▲]. Press [▼] [▲]. setting (ramp level) if you set as the soak time.

  • Page 41: How To Input A Program

    5.How to use the function menu (MODE key) How to input a program This section explains how to input a sample program shown in Figure 4. Repeat command (Repeats segments 2 to 3 for 3 times) 1 hr. 30min Segment 1 Segment3 Segment 2 Segment3...
  • Page 42 5.How to use the function menu (MODE key) How to input a program To set the segment 1 Display after operation and operating procedures Description  Press the [ENTER] key. The mode changes to the program input Example: Inputting the step operation mode for The sub display indicates prompts input of ramp time 1.
  • Page 43 5.How to use the function menu (MODE key) How to input a program Setting the segment 2 Display after operation and operating procedures Description  Press the [ENTER] key. Settings for the segment 1 are determined Example: Inputting a constant rate and the mode changes to the segment 2 gradient operation input mode.
  • Page 44 5.How to use the function menu (MODE key) How to input a program Setting the segment 3 Display after operation and operating procedures Description  Press the [ENTER] key. Setting of the segment 2 is determined and Press the [ENTER] the input mode for the segment 3 is key.
  • Page 45 5.How to use the function menu (MODE key) How to input a program Setting the repeat command Display after operation and operating procedures Description  Press the [ENTER] key. The sub display requests input of the number segment at which repeat is started instead of Press the （Abbreviation of Repeat Start）.
  • Page 46 5.How to use the function menu (MODE key) How to input a program Enter a ramp time, a ramp level, a soak time and the wait function following the same procedures as for the segment 1. Display after operation and operating procedures Description ...

  • Page 47: How To Edit A Program

    5.How to use the function menu (MODE key) How to edit a program  During program editing, you can change the “ramp time”, the “ramp level”, the “soak time”, the “wait function” that have already been input as well as the “repeat start segment” and the “number of repetitions”...
  • Page 48 5.How to use the function menu (MODE key) How to edit a program Display after operation and operating procedures Description  Press the [▼] or the [▲] key to change to ＜Changing to the gradient operation＞ the time you want. Example: Entering 2 hours ▼...

  • Page 49: How To Delete A Program

    5.How to use the function menu (MODE key) How to delete a program  Program edit allows you to delete an already input program in the unit of program numbers.  Here an example of deleting program 1 is shown. Note: Take care before deleting a program using this function, which does not allow you to check the contents of it.

  • Page 50: How To Use The External Output

    6. How to use the external output Only BF500 supports this function. ① Signal name Connector specification Rear of BF500 number DC + 6V ① Time up output (open collector) ② DC + 6V ③ External alarm output (open collector) ④...

  • Page 51: How To Use The Communication Interface

    7. How to use the communication interface Overview of communication Data communication between the BF500 and the host computer (hereafter, “host” is sent and received by one character at a time except for the terminal command. BF500 translates a command only after receiving the delimiter but transmits echo backs each time BF500 receeives a character.
  • Page 52 7. How to use the communication interface Reception command and transmission data of the interface The list below shows the reception commands of the BF500 communication interface. Command types Command name Terminal command <ESC>#nn: General command meastemp Acctime Beepmode Control command Remote Settemp Setpump...
  • Page 53 7. How to use the communication interface Terminal command <ESC>#nn  Purpose Open/Close of the BF500 communication terminal.  Parameter nn, where nn is an integer between 01 to 15.  Description A command beginning with <ESC> is a terminal command. When a BF500 whose ID number is nn receives this command from the host, it opens the communication circuit to enable communication.
  • Page 54 7. How to use the communication interface meastemp  Purpose Measured temperature request  Description BF500 sends measured temperature data after an echo back when it receives this command from the host. Contents of the measured temperature data are the same as those on the operation panel.
  • Page 55 7. How to use the communication interface Control command remote  Purpose Confirmation of the remote operation state.  Description BF500 sends the present remote operation state after an echo back when it receives this command from the host. The echo back and the transmission data are as follows: Remote <CR>...
  • Page 56 7. How to use the communication interface settemp  Purpose Request for a target temperature setting.  Description When BF500 receives this command, it sends an echo back and the target temperature set at the time of reception. The contents of the target temperature are the same as those on the operation panel of BF500.
  • Page 57 7. How to use the communication interface Setpump_n (The underbar “_” means a space)  Purpose Setting of the speed level of the internal stirring pump (1 to 10 levels).  Parameter n where n is an integer between 1 to 10. ...
  • Page 58 7. How to use the communication interface Response to a communication error When BF500 in the communication open state does not understand a command or a parameter sent from the host or finds an error in a command or a parameter, BF500 sends the following communication error message as an echo back.
  • Page 59 7. How to use the communication interface Precautions when preparing a communication program  Be sure to check the parameters in the communication specifications and the specifications of the PC to use.  The host shall append delimiters (<CR> <LF>) at the end of a command to send. Since any commands other than the terminal command shall be sent/received in principle and sending or receiving by character strings will cause a hang-up.

  • Page 60: Precautions On Handling

    Cord/Power Cable from receptacle or switch board of facilities, if smoke or strange smell is generated from it by any chance. Contact with local dealer or Yamato sales office and/or Yamato Customer service Center and ask them to inspect it. If nothing is done to it, fire or electrical shock may result.

  • Page 61: Maintenance Method

    9. Maintenance method Daily inspection/maintenance Conduct regular maintenance and inspection to assure reliable use of the product. Warning ● Be sure to remove the power cord unless it is necessary when conducting inspection or maintenance. ● Wait until the device returns to the normal temperature before attempting any works. Caution ●...

  • Page 62: Long Storage And Scrap

    Matters to consider when scrapping the Equipment Pay attention always to the preservation of the global environment. We, as Yamato Scientific Co., Ltd. highly recommend taking this Equipment apart as far as possible for separation or recycling to contribute to the preservation of the global environment according to the specified garbage collection method stipulated by each local government..

  • Page 63: When A Trouble Occurred

    “Trouble” and an error code flashes on the operation panel and an alarm buzzer sounds. When a trouble occurs, check the error code and immediately stop operation. When model BF200 is used Trouble sign and error codes/Causes Solutions ●...
  • Page 64 11. When a trouble occurred Safety device and error codes When model BF400/500/600 is used Solutions Trouble sign and error codes/Causes ● When these error codes are Temperature sensor trouble MEASURED TEMP TROUBLE displayed, immediately turn the HEAT ═[TROUBLE] lamp flashes power switch on the rear of the STAND BY ═...

  • Page 65: When A Trouble Is Suspected

    11. When a trouble occurs When a trouble is suspected In these cases Symptoms Items to check ● Indicators on the operation If the power cord is connected to the outlet securely. ● panel do not light even if the If power failure has occurred.

  • Page 66: After Sales Service And Warranty

    ● Repair this Equipment for free of charge according to the contents on Warranty Card. Warranty period is 1(one) year from date of purchase. ● Consult with local dealer, one of Yamato sales office or Yamato CSC for any repair after warranty ended.

  • Page 67: Specification

    *2 Possible during fixed-temperature operation *3 Output is mixed and is supported with one *4 The dedicated cable is an optional accessory. *5 BF200 does not detect this. Performance→”Performances shown have been measured when the included BY100 water bath is used.

  • Page 68: Wiring Diagram

    14. Wiring diagram BF200/600 Black White Symbol Part name Symbol Part name Capacitor SSR 1 Solid state relay Current detection element SSR2 Solid state relay Heater Circuit protector Power plug Transformer Stirring motor Terminal block Display board T8-1 Receptacle PLANER...

  • Page 69: Replacement Parts List

    15. Replacement parts list Common parts Code № Symbol Part name Specification Manufacturer Capacitor 2190010005 Film capacitor Yamato Scientific Power cord LT00008924 T2-3C Yamato Scientific Stirring motor 2140000024 IS-3240SPJA Yamato Scientific PLANER Control board 1240000057 Hitec IV FR type Yamato Scientific...

  • Page 70: Optional Accessories

    16. Optional accessories ●Specification of optional accessories Cooling pipe/level controller Bath cover External circulation nozzle Float for micro tubes Product name Product Model Specification code Level controller 221570 OBF10 Certain water level can be maintained with the float (Automatic water type water level detection function.
  • Page 71 16. Optional accessory ●Testing bath Select according to the purpose, sample amount and temperature. Dimension in the Permissible Product Material Model bath Capacity operating code (W×D×H） temperature 12ℓ 221820 BZ100 230×390×150mm Room temperature to 13ℓ ＋200℃ 221821 BZ100D 240×300×200mm Stainless steel 20ℓ...

  • Page 72: Description Of Displayed Characters

    17. Description of displayed characters The controller of this unit employs a 7-segment LED as the indicator. The list below indicates meanings of displayed characters. Note that some characters may not be indicated on some models. Sym- Displayed Complete characters Meanings of indicated characters characters abnd...
  • Page 73 17. Description of displayed characters Sym- Displayed Complete characters Meanings of indicated characters characters grap Graphic print mode Abbreviation of graphic Hold function hold (To stop the timer and hold the controller state at that time) hr.mn Time: Hour and minute setting Abbreviation of hour.

  • Page 74: Model Operating Procedures

    (Function to guarantee a temperature within the certain range based on ramp level for the set soak time) wt.** Wait function of a segment** Abbreviation of wait.** year Year 18. Ⅳ model Operating procedures BF200 Temperature setting Set key △▽ Set key keys Press...
  • Page 75 18. Ⅳ model operating procedures Operation Menu Function Menu (MODE) Operation Function Menu Menu Fixed-temp operation Temperature ENTER Operation Menu Press ▲▼ ▲▼ ▲▼ Sub display switch ENTER keys keys keys Remaining number Program operation Program Remaining time repeats Program segment being Temperature Fixed-temp Operation...
  • Page 76 18. Ⅳ model operating procedures Program menu ■Segment configuration Comprises of the following items and MENU must be input in these procedures. Press Temperature ▲ ▼ keys Call for/select the program mode 2.Ramp level Ramp time ENTER Time to raise ▲...

  • Page 77: List Of Dangerous Substances

    19. List of Dangerous Substances Never process any explosive, flammable samples and also samples contained with those substances. ①Nitroglycol, Glycerine trinitrate, Cellulose Nitrate and other explosive nitrate esters ②Trinitrobenzen, Trinitrotoluene, Picric Acid and other explosive nitro compounds ③Acetyl Hydroperoxide, Methyl Ethyl Ketone Peroxide, Benzoyl Peroxide and other organic peroxides ④Metallic Azide, including Sodium Azide, etc.

  • Page 78: Standard Setup Manual

    Caution: Check receptacle rating or breaker on power switch 13. Specification ・Standard－power board rating to meet this supply Equipment requirement. 4.Operating procedure ・Start operation Starting ・BF200 P.11 operation ・BF400/500/600 P.14 Description 4. Operating procedure P.11 5. How to use the function P.22...
  • Page 79 Never attempt to perform matters prohibited in this Instruction Manual. Otherwise, unexpected accident may result. Notice ● Descriptions in this Instruction Manual are subject to change without notice. ● WE, as Yamato Scientific Co., Ltd. will replace this Instruction Manual with missing page or paging disorder. Instruction Manual Thermomate...

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