Apt.line kbf (e5.2) climatic chamber for constant conditions with program control; apt.line kbf p (e5.2) climatic chamber for constant conditions with program control with ich compliant illumination and adjustable light cassettes (104 pages)
KBF-S / KBF-S-UL 115: Installation of the condensate collection pan ........29 4.2.2 KBF-S / KBF-S-UL 240, 720, 1020: Installation of the condensate collection pan ....30 Electrical connection ......................... 31 FUNCTIONAL OVERVIEW OF THE RD4 CHAMBER CONTROLLER ....32 Menu structure of the controller and access levels ................
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16. DATA RECORDER ....................55 16.1 Recorded data ........................... 55 16.2 Storage capacity ..........................56 16.3 Setting the storage rate for the “DL1” recorder data ................. 56 16.4 Deleting the data recorder......................... 56 KBF-S / KBF-S-UL (E6) 11/2021 page 3/95...
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23.2 Maintenance intervals, service ......................68 23.3 Service Reminder ..........................69 23.4 Simple troubleshooting ........................70 23.5 Sending the chamber back to BINDER GmbH ................. 72 24. DISPOSAL......................72 24.1 Disposal of the transport packing ...................... 72 24.2 Decommissioning ..........................73 24.3 Disposal of the chamber in the Federal Republic of Germany ............
All obligations on the part of BINDER derive from the respective purchase contract, which also contains the entire and exclusively valid statement of warranty administration and the general terms and conditions, as well as the legal regu- lations valid at the time the contract is concluded.
Lift with mechanical Environment protection Wear protective gloves assistance Prohibition signs Do NOT touch Do NOT spray with Do NOT climb water Information to be observed in order to ensure optimum function of the product. KBF-S / KBF-S-UL (E6) 11/2021 page 7/95...
Localization / position of safety labels on the chamber The following labels are located on the chamber: Pictograms (warning signs) Risk of injury (on chamber door, only KBF-S-UL). Observe the safety instructions in the operating manual. Observe the prescribed freshwater quality...
Keep safety labels complete and legible. Replace safety labels that are no longer legible. Contact BINDER Service for these replacements. Type plate The type plate sticks to the left side of the chamber, bottom right-hand. Nominal temp. 70 °C 1,40 kW / 8,5 A Max.
(for Germany: DGUV guidelines 213-850 on safe working in laborato- ries, issued by the employers’ liability insurance association). BINDER GmbH is only responsible for the safety features of the chamber provided skilled electricians or qualified personnel authorized by BINDER perform all maintenance and repair, and if components relating to chamber safety are replaced in the event of failure with original spare parts.
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During and shortly after operation, the temperature of the inner surfaces almost equals the set-point. The inner chamber will become hot during operation. CAUTION Danger of burning by touching hot chamber parts during operation. Burns. ∅ Do NOT touch the inner surfaces or the loading material during operation. KBF-S / KBF-S-UL (E6) 11/2021 page 11/95...
Any use of the chambers that does not comply with the requirements specified in this Operating Manual shall be considered improper use. Other applications than those described in this chapter are not approved. Constant climate chambers series KBF-S / KBF-S-UL are suitable for exact conditioning of harmless ma- terials. Requirements for the chamber load Any solvent must not be explosive and flammable.
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The requirements described in the Operating Manual for installation site and ambient conditions (Chap. 3.4) must be met. WARNING: If customer should use a BINDER chamber running in non-supervised continu- ous operation, we strongly recommend in case of inclusion of irrecoverable specimen or samples to split such specimen or samples and store them in at least two chambers, if this is feasible.
Operating Manual. Moreover, the operator must take measures to minimize hazards from unavoidable residual risks. This includes, in partic- ular, issuing operating instructions. KBF-S / KBF-S-UL (E6) 11/2021 page 14/95...
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• Absence of a plausibility check to rule out erroneous inscription of electrical components • Performance of repair work by untrained/insufficiently qualified personnel • Inappropriate repairs which do not meet the quality standard specified by BINDER • Use of replacement parts other than BINDER original replacement parts •...
UL chambers. UL chambers: The chamber is certified by Underwriters Laboratories Inc. according to the following ® standards: UL 61010-1, 3 Edition, 2012-05, Rev. 2015-07, CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 61010-1, 3 Edition, 2012-05, Rev. 2015-07. KBF-S / KBF-S-UL (E6) 11/2021 page 16/95...
• Vapors of oil and fat are dangerous for the sensor because they may condensate at the sensor and thus prevent its function (insulating layer). For similar reasons it is not possible to measure smoke gases. KBF-S / KBF-S-UL (E6) 11/2021 page 17/95...
With its microprocessor-controlled humidifying and dehumidifying system the KBF-S is a high-precision constant climate chamber. The KBF-S / KBF-S-UL meets the “Long term testing” and “Accelerated testing” requirements for climatic chambers acc. to ICH guideline CPMP/ICH/2736/99 (Q1A). Furthermore, it permits simulating exactly and over long periods constant conditions for other applications such as sample conditioning for material testing of paper, textiles, plastics, building materials, etc.
Chamber overview Figure 5: Constant climate chamber KBF-S / KBF-S-UL size 240 Main power switch Instrument panel with RD4 chamber controller and USB interface USB interfaces Door handle Chamber door Location of Peltier modules and humidity generation system KBF-S / KBF-S-UL (E6) 11/2021...
Rear chamber view (10) (11) (12) Figure 6: Rear view of the chamber (example: KBF-S / KBF-S-UL 240) Freshwater can with can support Hose leading to the freshwater can Hose fixing devices (10) Ethernet interface (11) Power cable (12) Condensate collection pan...
Note on second-hand chambers (Ex-Demo-Units): Second-hand chambers are chambers that were used for a short time for tests or exhibitions. They are thoroughly tested before resale. BINDER ensures that the chamber is technically sound and will work flaw- lessly. Second-hand chambers are marked with a sticker on the chamber door. Please remove the sticker before commissioning the chamber.
• If the steam humidifying system has NOT been emptied: +3 °C / 37.4 °F to +60 °C / 140 °F. • After BINDER Service has emptied the steam humidifying system: -10 °C / 14 °F to +60 °C / 140 °F.
∅ Do NOT operate the chamber in potentially explosive areas. KEEP explosive dust or air-solvent mixtures AWAY from the vicinity of the chamber. There is a condensate collection pan under the chamber. Water could be spilled when emptying the pan. KBF-S / KBF-S-UL (E6) 11/2021 page 23/95...
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Avoid any conductive dust in the ambiance according to the chamber layout complying with pollution degree 2 (IEC 61010-1). Install the chamber in a way that freshwater can is easily accessible for filling KBF-S / KBF-S-UL (E6) 11/2021 page 24/95...
1 µS/cm (ultrapure water), may cause acid corrosion due to its low pH). • Tap water that has been treated by the optional water treatment system BINDER Pure Aqua Service (disposable system). A reusable measuring equipment to assess the water quality is included (chap.
For detailed information on operating the water treatment system BINDER Pure Aqua Service and its function, please refer to the operating manual supplied with BINDER Pure Aqua Service. 4.1.3 Installation of freshwater supply To install the freshwater can proceed in the following order: Fill the freshwater can.
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Figure 11: Rear chamber view (detail) with installed water supply Freshwater can (7b) inside the can support (7c) with mounted can support mounting plate Hose leading to the freshwater can Hose fixing devices KBF-S / KBF-S-UL (E6) 11/2021 page 27/95...
The emerging condensate is collected in a condensate collection pan which is mounted under the chamber. If necessary, the pan can be removed and emptied at any time. KBF-S / KBF-S-UL 115 KBF-S / KBF-S-UL 240, 720, 1020 Figure 13: Condensate collection pan KBF-S / KBF-S-UL (E6) 11/2021...
4.2.1 KBF-S / KBF-S-UL 115: Installation of the condensate collection pan Hang the condensate collection pan on the chamber rear and guide the hose through the latch of the holder. Figure 14: KBF-S / KBF-S-UL 115 with mounted condensate collection pan...
4.2.2 KBF-S / KBF-S-UL 240, 720, 1020: Installation of the condensate collection pan Place the condensate collection pan with the magnetic holders on the bottom of the chamber. Insert the pan in a way that it is flush with the front edge of the chamber and the distance to the right edge of the device is 18 +/- 2 cm.
• Only use original connection cables from BINDER according to the above specification. UL chambers: Use only a UL Listed Power supply cord (UL category ELBZ), SJT 3x14 AWG (2.08 mm²);...
“Set points” menu directly at the controller or use the APT-COM™ 4 Multi Management Software (option) specially developed by BINDER. The controller offers various notifications and alarm messages with visual and audible indication. All con- troller settings remain valid until the next manual change. They are stored also after turning off the chamber.
• Admin: The password enables access to advanced controller functions and settings. Factory setting is 00 01. • Service: The password enables access to all controller functions (for BINDER Service only). As soon as a password has been assigned, access to the respective functions is blocked and only available after entering the correct password.
To reduce odors quickly we recommend heating up the chamber to its nominal temperature for one day and in a well-ventilated location. WARNING: If customer should use a BINDER chamber running in non-supervised continu- ous operation, we strongly recommend in case of inclusion of irrecoverable specimen or samples to split such specimen or samples and store them in at least two chambers, if this is feasible.
With the arrow-down button you can continue with the humidity set-point entry (chap. 7.2). Normal With the Back button you can go back to the “Setpoints” submenu and, repeatedly pressing it, to display. KBF-S / KBF-S-UL (E6) 11/2021 page 35/95...
Press the OK button to access the first individual function. With the arrow-down button you can proceed to the subsequent functions. Function 1 “Humidity off”. The current switching state is shown (example). Humidity off Press the OK button to enable the setting. KBF-S / KBF-S-UL (E6) 11/2021 page 36/95...
Confirm the setting with the OK button. Password Password request. The right two digits are flashing. Enter the desired numbers with the ar- row buttons. Confirm the setting with the OK button. Password KBF-S / KBF-S-UL (E6) 11/2021 page 37/95...
Password User With the arrow-down button you can now proceed to enter the Admin password. With the Back button you can go back to the “Chamber” submenu and, repeatedly pressing it, to Normal display. KBF-S / KBF-S-UL (E6) 11/2021 page 38/95...
Check the setting regularly and adjust it following changes of the temperature set-point or charge. The safety controller only activates after the set-point has been reached once. KBF-S / KBF-S-UL (E6) 11/2021 page 39/95...
Press the OK button to enable the setting. Setting the safety controller value with “Limit” safety controller mode. The current value flashes. Enter the desired limit value with the arrow buttons. Confirm the entry with the OK button. Limit KBF-S / KBF-S-UL (E6) 11/2021 page 40/95...
10.2.4 Function check Check the safety controller at appropriate intervals for its functionality. It is recommended that the author- ized operating personnel should perform such a check, e.g., before starting a longer work procedure. KBF-S / KBF-S-UL (E6) 11/2021 page 41/95...
100 °C = 212°F [value in °F] = [value in °C] ∗ 1,8 + 32 With the Back button you can go back to the “Chamber” submenu and, repeatedly pressing it, to Normal display. KBF-S / KBF-S-UL (E6) 11/2021 page 42/95...
Press the OK button to enable the setting. Setting the time: hours The current setting flashes. Enter the current hour with the arrow but- tons. Confirm the entry with the OK button. Time KBF-S / KBF-S-UL (E6) 11/2021 page 43/95...
11.6 Setting the chamber address This setting is required for the communication with the BINDER APT-COM™ 4 Multi Management Software. The chamber address settings in the chamber controller and in the software must be identical. Required access level: “Admin”.
With the arrow-down button you can now change to the temperature tolerance range setting. With the Back button you can go back to the “Various” submenu and, repeatedly pressing it, to Normal display. KBF-S / KBF-S-UL (E6) 11/2021 page 45/95...
Humidity range With the arrow-up button you can go back to the temperature range setting With the Back button you can go back to the “Various” submenu and, repeatedly pressing it, to Normal display. KBF-S / KBF-S-UL (E6) 11/2021 page 46/95...
“<-<-< “ or “>->->” Safety controller sen- Safety controller temperature sensor defective immediately The humidity module is defective. Contact BINDER “Humidity system” immediately service The humidity module cannot fill up. Water can is empty or the tap is closed. Humidifica- tion turns off.
You can start and stop time or week programs at the RD4 controller. The programming itself has to be done using the APT-COM™ 4 Multi Management Software from BINDER (chap. 21.1). There you can create the programs and transfer them to the chamber controller.
Ethernet network settings The settings of this submenu are used for networking chambers with an Ethernet interface, e.g. to connect them with BINDER’s APT-COM™ 4 Multi Management Software (option, chap. 21.1). 15.1 Showing the network settings Required access level: “User”.
With the arrow-down button you can now change to the next parameter (standard gateway). With the Back button you can go back to the “Ethernet” submenu and, repeatedly pressing it, to Normal display. KBF-S / KBF-S-UL (E6) 11/2021 page 50/95...
Toggle forth and back with the Back button and the OK button. DNS chamber name BinderRD4-000cd80a281 With the Back button you can go back to the “Ethernet” submenu and, repeatedly pressing it, to Normal display. KBF-S / KBF-S-UL (E6) 11/2021 page 51/95...
Selection of the type of assignment of the DNS server address. The current setting flashes. Use the arrow buttons to select between AUTO (automatic) and MANU (manual). Confirm the setting with the OK button. DNS server KBF-S / KBF-S-UL (E6) 11/2021 page 52/95...
With the arrow-down button you can now change to the enter the subnet mask. With the Back button you can go back to the “Ethernet” submenu and, repeatedly pressing it, to Normal display. KBF-S / KBF-S-UL (E6) 11/2021 page 53/95...
With manual DNS server address assignment: Path: Normal display Settings Ethernet DNS server address Press the OK button to enable the setting. The DNS server address entry is done in four steps, corresponding to the number sections: (1).(2).(3).(4) KBF-S / KBF-S-UL (E6) 11/2021 page 54/95...
(chap. 16.3). Temperature values are always given out in °C. • Chamber data for BINDER Service “DL2” This data is intended for use by BINDER Service. It also contains information from the self-test function. The storage rate is fix (1 minute). Temperature values are always given out in °C.
16.4 Deleting the data recorder When importing a configuration via USB stick and when loading a new firmware version by BINDER service, the entire data memory is deleted. BINDER service can also install the configuration by means of a setup program without deleting the data.
For detailed information on the file content see chap. 16.1. • Service data The "Service" folder is created on the USB stick and can be sent to BINDER Service. In addition to the configuration and recorder data, it contains further service-relevant information.
Export service data Attention! Danger of data loss! Do not disconnect the USB stick from the device during ongoing data trans- fer! After successful transfer, the controller shows again the initial function “Import configuration”. KBF-S / KBF-S-UL (E6) 11/2021 page 58/95...
The results of the self-test are stored in the service recorder of the controller. You can export them using the controller’s USB interface and send them to BINDER Service (use function “Export recorder data” to USB stick, chap. 17). BINDER Service will evaluate the data using an analyzing tool.
• cancel the running self-test prematurely • to delete the alarm message after completing the entire self-test The procedure is similar to activating the self-test function. Required access level: “Admin”. Path: Normal display Settings Various Self-test KBF-S / KBF-S-UL (E6) 11/2021 page 60/95...
+/- 3 % r.h., however, cannot be guaranteed in this case. % r.F. °C Figure 18: Temperature-humidity diagram Range A: Control range of temperature and relative humidity, condensation free range Range B: Discontinuous range (no continuous operation, up to 24 h) KBF-S / KBF-S-UL (E6) 11/2021 page 61/95...
• Water intake temperature NOT below +5 °C / 41 °F and not exceeding 40 °C / 104 °F. BINDER GmbH is NOT responsible for the water quality provided by the customer. Any problems and malfunctions that might arise following use of water of deviating quality is excluded from liability by BINDER GmbH.
For error indications concerning water supply and humidity system, see chap. 13.1 and 23.4. Defrosting at refrigerating operation BINDER constant climate chambers are very diffusion-proof. To ensure high temperature precision there is no automatic cyclic defrosting device. The DCT™ refrigerating system largely avoids icing of the evapo- ration plates.
BINDER Data Loggers are equipped with a keyboard and a large LCD display, alarm functions and a real- time function. Measurement data are recorded in the Data Logger and can be read out after the measure- ment via the RS232 interface of the Data Logger.
Do not use cleaning agents that may cause a hazard due to reaction with components of the device or the charging material. If there is doubt regarding the suitability of cleaning products, please contact BINDER service. We recommend using the neutral cleaning agent Art. No. 1002-0016 for a thorough cleaning.
Do not use decontamination agents that may cause a hazard due to reaction with components of the device or the charging material. If there is doubt regarding the suitability of cleaning products, please contact BINDER service. KBF-S / KBF-S-UL (E6) 11/2021 page 66/95...
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Eye damage. Environmental damage ∅ Do NOT empty the disinfectant into drains. Wear protective goggles. After using the disinfectant spray, allow the chamber to dry thoroughly, and aerate it suffi- ciently. KBF-S / KBF-S-UL (E6) 11/2021 page 67/95...
For personnel requirements please refer to the Service Manual. • Repair Repair of the chamber can be performed by BINDER Service or by BINDER qualified service partners or technicians, in accordance with the description in the Service Manual. After maintenance, the chamber must be tested prior to resuming operation.
With an increased amount of dust in the ambient air, clean the condenser fan (by suction or blowing) several times a year. We recommend taking out a maintenance agreement. Please consult BINDER Service: BINDER telephone hotline: +49 (0) 7462 2005 555...
If there are is a technical fault or shortcoming, take the chamber out of operation and inform BINDER Service. If you are not sure whether there is a technical fault, proceed ac- cording to the following list. If you cannot clearly identify an error or there is a technical fault, please contact BINDER Service.
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BINDER service. Sensor rupture between sensor and controller or Pt 100 sensor Alarm message: Contact BINDER service. defective. - - - - or <-<-< or >->-> Short-circuit. KBF-S / KBF-S-UL (E6) 11/2021 page 71/95...
23.5 Sending the chamber back to BINDER GmbH If you return a BINDER product to us for repair or any other reason, we will only accept the product upon presentation of an authorization number (RMA number) that has previously been issued to you. An au- thorization number will be issued after receiving your complaint either in writing or by telephone prior to your sending the BINDER product back to us.
(Elektro- und Elektronikgerätegesetz, ElektroG from 20 October 2015, BGBl. I p. 1739) or contact BINDER service who will organize taking back and disposal of the cham- ber according to the German national law for electrical and electronic equipment (Elektro- und El- ektronikgerätegesetz, ElektroG from 20 October 2015, BGBl.
According to Annex I of Directive 2012/19/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council on waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE), BINDER devices are classified as “monitoring and control instruments” (category 9) only intended for professional use”. They must not be disposed of at public col- lecting points.
Danger of violation against existing law if not disposed of properly. Failure to comply with applicable law. Alteration of the environment. For final decommissioning and disposal of the chamber, please contact BINDER ser- vice. Follow the statutory regulations for appropriate, environmentally friendly disposal.
(certified since December 1996 by TÜV CERT). All test equipment used is subject to the administration of measurement and test equipment that is also a constituent part of the BINDER QM DIN EN ISO 9001 systems. They are controlled and calibrated to a DKD-Standard at regular intervals.
25.4 KBF-S / KBF-S-UL technical data Chamber size 1020 Exterior dimensions Width, net mm / inch 880 / 34.65 925 / 36.42 1250 / 49.21 1250 / 49.21 Height, gross (incl. feet/castors) mm / inch 1050 / 41.34 1460 / 57.48 1925 / 75.79 1925 / 75.79...
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+22 °C +/- 3°C / 71.6 °F +/- 5.4 °F and a power supply voltage fluctuation of +/-10%. Technical data is determined in accordance to BINDER Factory Standard Part 2:2015 and DIN 12880:2007. All indications are average values, typical for chambers produced in series. We reserve the right to change technical specifications at any time.
Lockable door Access ports 30 mm or 50 mm or 100 mm top and/or right with silicone plug BINDER Data Logger kit for temperature / humidity: TH 70 (chamber values) or TH 70/70 (chamber and ambient values) BINDER Pure Aqua Service...
25.6 Accessories and spare parts (extract) BINDER GmbH is responsible for the safety features of the chamber only, provided skilled electricians or qualified personnel authorized by BINDER perform all maintenance and repair, and if components relating to chamber safety are replaced in the event of failure with original spare parts.
26.2 Certificate for the GS mark of conformity of the “Deutsche Gesetzliche Unfallversicherung e.V.” (German Social Accident Insurance) DGUV KBF-S / KBF-S-UL (E6) 11/2021 page 88/95...
Details about utilized substances / biological substances / Einzelheiten über die eingesetzten Substanzen/biologische Materialien: Designations / Bezeichnungen: ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ Safety measures required for handling these substances / Vorsichtsmaßnahmen beim Umgang mit diesen Stoffen: ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ KBF-S / KBF-S-UL (E6) 11/2021 page 90/95...
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Kind of transport / transporter / Transportweg/Spediteur: Transport by (means and name of transport company, etc.) Versendung durch (Name Spediteur o.ä.) ___________________________________________________________________________________ Date of dispatch to BINDER GmbH / Tag der Absendung an BINDER GmbH ___________________________________________________________________________________ KBF-S / KBF-S-UL (E6) 11/2021 page 91/95...
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We hereby commit ourselves and guarantee that we will indemnify BINDER GmbH for all damages that are a consequence of incomplete or incorrect information provided by us, and that we will exempt BINDER GmbH from eventual damage claims by third parties / Wir versichern, dass wir gegenüber BINDER für jeden...
Pictures of unit attached? Yes No Pictures have to be attached! Yes No Pictures of Packaging at- tached? Customer Contact Information Distributor Contact Information Name Company Address Phone E-mail KBF-S / KBF-S-UL (E6) 11/2021 page 93/95...
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Safety measures required for handling the list under 3.1 ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ Measures to be taken in case of skin contact or release into the atmosphere ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ Other important information that must be considered ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ KBF-S / KBF-S-UL (E6) 11/2021 page 94/95...
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4.5 Shipping laws and regulations have not been violated. I hereby commit and guarantee that we will indemnify BINDER Inc. for all damages that are a con- sequence of incomplete or incorrect information provided by us, and that we will indemnify and hold harmless BINDER Inc.
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