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Model 5600 Signature Series -86C Upright ULT Freezer Operating and Maintenance Manual 7035602 Rev. 7...
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Updated 8602-200-1-B exploded parts drawing - 28 cu ft door change 25411/FR-2049 4/30/09 Changed drier from 209020 to 209016 (refrigeration schematics) 25018/FR-2016 10/29/08 Removed reference to VRP tool 24767/FR-2004 7/8/08 Added Model 5607 28 cu ft VWR International Model 5600 Series...
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VWR International makes no representations or warranties with respect to this manual. In no event shall VWR be held liable for any damages, direct or incidental, arising out of or related to the use of this manual.
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EU Member State European Country, and this product should be disposed of or recycled through them. Further information on VWR’s compliance with this directive, the recyclers in your country and information on VWR products will be available at www.vwrsp.com.
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If your service need is covered by the VWR Scientific warranty, we will arrange for the unit to be repaired at our expense and to your satisfaction. Regardless of your needs, VWR support by Thermo's professional telephone technicians is available to assist you Monday through Friday from 8:00a.m.
Figure 1-2. Rear View Shelf Bracket Optional Miscellaneous Accessories Probe Optional - Recorder Probe/Datalogger Probe Sealant Control RTD/Redundant Type T (Caution: This is a critical seal. Thermocouple Probe Seal must be maintained.) Figure 1-3. Chamber Probes VWR International Model 5600 Series...
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• Probe cover houses control, optional recorder, datalogger, redundant alarm probes. Figure 1-5 • Battery mounting bracket(s) • Battery power switch (freezer and BUS) • Freezer battery • Optional BUS battery • Freezer filter location Model 5600 Series VWR International...
Scroll for Parameters Arrows - moves the operator through the choices of the selected mode. • Up and Down Arrows - Increases or decreases values, toggles between choices. • Enter - Stores the value into memory. VWR International Model 5600 Series...
Section 1 Installation and Start-Up Keypad Operation The Model 5600 Series freezer has four basic modes which allow freezer setup: Run, Settings, Calibrate and Configuration. Run is the default mode for the freezer during normal operation. Settings is used to enter system set points for freezer operation.
Caution For proper ventilation and airflow, a minimum clearance of 5” at the rear and top, and a clearance of 8” on the side of the freezer is required. Allow adequate space in front of the freezer for door opening. VWR International Model 5600 Series...
Note On units having the optional 5 inner door option, refer to the instructions accompanying the inner door kit. RS-232 Communications The Model 5600 Series freezer has a data communications interface. The factory default setting is RS-232. The wiring identification for the interface is shown in Figure 1-7. One nine pin, sub "D"...
EOT - End of text (4) NUL - Null character (00) Remote Alarm Contacts The Model 5600 Series freezer has remote alarm contacts and analog output. See Figure 1-2 for the location of the remote alarm contacts. The and Analog Output remote alarm connector is located in the parts bag provided with the manual.
36 hours to charge at initial start-up. A “Low Battery” alarm may occur until the batteries are fully charged. Should a power failure occur during the initial start-up period, the electronics will have limited operation. Model 5600 Series VWR International...
10° from setpoint. Set the Operating All Model 5600 Series freezers have an operating temperature range of -50°C to -86°C, depending on ambient temperature. The freezer is shipped Temperature from the factory with a temperature set point of -80°C. To change the operating temperature setpoint: 1.
If no control keys are pressed, the freezer will automatically return to RUN mode after 5 minutes. Note The low alarm set point must be set at least 5°C from the control set point. 1-10 Model 5600 Series VWR International...
HSHX TEMPERATURE (heat exchanger temperature) This information is scrolled individually by pressing the right arrow key. In each case, the message center returns to SYSTEM OK in 10 seconds if no keys are pressed. VWR International Model 5600 Series 1-11...
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3. Press up/down arrow to match the display to calibrated instrument. 4. Press Enter to store calibration. 5. Press the Mode key to return to Run or the right/left arrow to go to next/previous parameter. VWR International Model 5600 Series...
Caution During calibration, the temperature display is not available. If no keys are pressed for approximately five minutes while in calibration mode, the system will reset to Run mode. Model 5600 Series VWR International...
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Section 2 Calibrate VWR International Model 5600 Series...
The temperature on the display will begin to decrease until the low alarm set point has been reached. The audible alarm will sound and the alarm indicator will flash. Press the Mute key to silence the alarm. VWR International Model 5600 Series...
3. Press up/down arrow to toggle between the two display selections. 4. Press Enter to save. If control probe is selected, the temperature display will be on continuously. If sample probe is selected, the temperature display will be preceded with a letter ‘S’. Model 5600 Series VWR International...
6. Press the Mode key until the Run indicator lights. A three digit Access Code can be entered to avoid unauthorized personnel from changing the set points, calibration, or configuration. A setting of 000 will bypass the access code. The factory setting is 000. VWR International Model 5600 Series...
2. Press the right arrow until BUS TYPE CO2 or BUS TYPE LN2 is displayed in the message center. 3. Press up/down arrow to toggle between the two display selections. 4. Press Enter to save. Model 5600 Series VWR International...
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Section 3 Configuration VWR International Model 5600 Series...
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Section 3 Configuration Model 5600 Series VWR International...
Alarms Section 4 The Model 5600 Series freezer alarm system is shown in the table below. When an alarm is active, the message appears in the LED message center. Press the Mute key to silence the audible alarm for the ringback period.
Communication between the micro board and the display board has been lost. Under this condition, the visual alarm LED flashes along with dashes Alarm (----) in the temperature display. In addition, ‘LOST COMM’ flashes in the message center. Contact Technical Services. Model 5600 Series VWR International...
Section 4 Alarms Probe Failure Alarms The microprocessor in Model 5600 Series freezers continually scans all probes including the control probe, heat exchanger probe, condenser probe and optional sample probe to ensure that they are operating properly. Should an error be detected, the "PROBE # FAIL" alarm will occur as described above.
* The clean filter alarm occurs every three months as a reminder to clean the air filter. Depending upon environmental conditions, the filter may need to be cleaned or replaced more frequently. If the filter becomes torn or excessively dirty, a replacement can be purchased from VWR. Order part number 760203. Clean the Condenser Clean the condenser a minimum of once a year.*...
8. Add and circulate a passivating liquid for corrosion inhibition of plate surfaces. 9. Drain this liquid. 10. Rinse with fresh water and drain. 11. Reconnect the water supply and fill the unit. 12 . Return to service. Model 5600 Series VWR International...
Press the Silence key to disable the audible alarm. *The door gasket may need to be cleaned more frequently if dirt or excessive frost build-up prevents the door from closing properly. VWR International Model 5600 Series...
Caution Do not leave the freezer unattended while the door is unlatched. The vacuum could release at any time, resulting in the door opening and possible product loss. Model 5600 Series VWR International...
Turn off the battery power switch (O). Turn off the freezer Storage power switch. Disconnect power to the battery(s) and to the freezer. Warning If the unit has been in service, turn it off and disconnect the power cord connector before proceeding with any maintenance. VWR International Model 5600 Series...
For a consistent and dependable charge, replace the battery every 2 years. Replacement batteries must be rechargeable and are available from VWR. Refer to the parts list for stock number and description of the replacement batteries. Dispose of the used batteries in a safe manner and in accordance with good environmental practices.
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Section 5 Maintenance Model 5600 Series VWR International...
BUS injects liquefied gas into the chamber to keep the chamber temperature within the specified range. The BUS operates on an internal 12-volt, rechargeable battery which is kept charged during normal operation by the integral battery charger. Figure 6-1. Injection VWR International Model 5600 Series...
Install the solenoid valve to the supply source. The solenoid mounting bracket is not required and may be discarded. Caution When selecting a supply cylinder, it must be equipped with a siphon tube. Figure 6-2. Vent Stack Model 5600 Series VWR International...
3. Tap #8-32 the two pre-punched holes located on the interior left wall of the freezer. Mount the bracket. Figure 6-4 shows the Back-Up probe mounted on the interior left side wall of the freezer. Figure 6-4. Probe Bracket VWR International Model 5600 Series...
5. Turn the battery switch to Standby mode ( ) to charge both batteries. Tie wrap anchor Probe wire Spade lug BUS connection connections to solenoid RS-232 or RS-485 Interface Power switch (mains disconnect) Remote alarm contacts and Power Inlet analog output Figure 6-5. Connections Model 5600 Series VWR International...
The solenoid engaged indicator should light. If the Low Battery indicator lights during the test, replace the BUS battery. Note Solenoid will not engage if door is open. VWR International Model 5600 Series...
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If ice build-up has occurred, a complete defrost may occasionally be required. See Section 5 for freezer defrost instructions. Model 5600 Series VWR International...
3. Install the new chart paper, position the paper to the correct time line and replace the knob. 4. Remove the cap from the felt pen and press button #3. Program selection and calibration buttons Range Sticker FIgure 6-7. Recorder Details VWR International Model 5600 Series...
5. When the desired program number is flashing, press button #3 to bring the pen arm back onto the chart. Recording will begin in the new program. Range From 30°C 60°C -100 38°C 50°C 100°C -100 200°C -115 50°C 70°C Model 5600 Series VWR International...
Optional evaluation software permits data to be downloaded to a PC. A variety of statistical information is provided through calculations, analysis, graphs and printed reports. Refer to the ELPRO documentation for operating instructions for the datalogger. VWR International Model 5600 Series...
The five inner door option (P/N 189405, 189406, 189407, 195652) is factory installed. The freezer is converted to accommodate four adjustable Option specimen shelves with the fifth “shelf ” as the bottom of the freezer chamber. 6-10 Model 5600 Series VWR International...
Dedicated Circuit, Dedicated Circuit, Requirements 15 Amp 20 amp 20 amp Time Delay Breaker Time Delay Breaker Time Delay Breaker Shipping 712 lbs. (323.0 kg) 712 lbs. (323.0 kg) 795 lbs. (360.6 kg) Weight: Motor VWR International Model 5600 Series...
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Non-CFC, foamed-in-place urethane: 5.0” (12.7 cm) cabinet; 4.5” (11.4 cm) door 230V,50/60Hz, 12.0FLA Electrical Operating Range: 208VAC-240VAC 15 amp, 230V, Breaker Requirements Dedicated Circuit, 15 Amp Time Delay Breaker Shipping 980 lbs. (444.5 kg) Weight Motor Model 5600 Series VWR International...
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Pollution degree describes the amount of conductive pollution present in the operating environment. Pollution degree 2 assumes that normally only non-conductive pollution such as dust occurs with the exception of occasional conductivity caused by condensation. VWR International Model 5600 Series...
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Parts Section 8 VWR International Model 5600 Series...
Section 8 Parts Exploded Parts Drawing Model 8600 Series Upright Freezer 8602-200-1-B Rev. 5 Page 1 of 2 Model 5600 Series VWR International...
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Section 8 Parts Exploded Parts Drawing Model 8600 Series Upright Freezer 8602-200-1-B Rev. 5 Page 2 of 2 VWR International Model 5600 Series...
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Section 8 Parts 195774, 23 CU. FT. UPRIGHT FREEZER DOOR 195775, 28 CU. FT. UPRIGHT FREEZER DOOR Part Number Assembly Drawing Model 5600 Series Upright Freezer Single Door 5602-201-1-B Rev. 3 Quantity Page 1 of 2 Model 5600 Series VWR International...
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121068 FINISHED HANDLE/LATCH ASSEMBLY 121075 CAM LATCH MOUNT 132114 HEATER, 3W, 14VDC 140313 CONTROL PANEL 180316 VWR CONTROL CENTER BLANK PANEL 180317 VWR CONTROL CENTER DISPLAY BEZEL 180318 VWR BACK-UP SYSTEM BLANK PANEL 180319 VWR CONTROL CENTER RECORDER BLANK 191802...
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Section 8 Parts Exploded View Drawing 230V Relay Enclosure Part Number Assembly 8602-204-1-D Rev. 5 Quantity Page 1 of 2 Model 5600 Series VWR International...
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Section 8 Parts Exploded View Drawing 230V Relay Enclosure Assembly 8602-204-1-D Rev. 5 Page 2 of 2 VWR International Model 5600 Series...
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Section 8 Parts Exploded View Drawing 120V Relay Enclosure Assembly 8602-204-2-D Rev. 5 Page 1 of 2 8-10 Model 5600 Series VWR International...
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Section 8 Parts Exploded View Drawing 120V Relay Enclosure Assembly 8602-204-2-D Rev. 5 Page 2 of 2 VWR International Model 5600 Series 8-11...
When handling liquid in open containers, it is advisable to wear high-top shoes. Trousers (which should be cuffless if possible) should be worn outside the shoes. VWR International Model 5600 Series...
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Be sure to follow instruc- tions supplied with the withdrawal device. When liquid cylinders or other large storage containers are used for filling, follow the instructions supplied with those units and their accessories. Model 5600 Series VWR International VWR International...
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Disposal of liquid nitrogen should be done outdoors in a safe place. Pour the liquid slowly on gravel or bare earth where it can evaporate without causing damage. Do not pour the liquid on pavement. VWR International VWR International Model 5600 Series...
108° F. Under no circumstance should the water be over 112° F, nor should the frozen part be rubbed either before or after rewarming. The patient should neither smoke nor drink alcohol. Model 5600 Series VWR International VWR International...
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Supplements VWR International Model 5600 Series...
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Supplements Model 5600 Series VWR International...