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Material in this manual is for information purposes only. The contents and the product it describes are subject to change without notice. Fisher Scientific makes no representations or warranties with respect to this manual. In no event shall Fisher be held liable for any damages, direct or incidental, arising out of or related to the use of this manual.
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This product is required to comply with the European Union’s Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive 2002/96/EC. It is marked with the WEEE symbol. Fisher Scientific has contracted with one or more recycling/disposal companies in each EU Member State European Country, and this product should be disposed of or recycled through them.
Control Panel Optional Back Up System Controls Optional Datalogger or Recorder Figure 1-1. Front View 3 cu ft Models Keylock EnviroScan Control Optional BUS Control Optional Recorder or Datalogger Figure 1-2. Front View Remaining Models Fisher Scientific Isotemp ULT Chest...
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Figure 1-3. Rear View 3 cu ft Models Optional BUS Connections Remote Alarm Contacts and Analog Output RS-232 or RS-485 Interface Power Switch (mains disconnect) Threaded holes for wall bumpers Power Inlet Figure 1-4. Rear View Remaining Models Isotemp ULT Chest Fisher Scientific...
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Battery Switch Figure 1-6. All Except 3 cu ft Models Fisher Scientific Isotemp ULT Chest...
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System a a a a a a a a battery Figure 1-8. 3 cu ft Models Isotemp ULT Chest Fisher Scientific...
10. Enter - Stores the value into computer memory. Silence Temp Display Low Battery Visual Alarm Mode Indicator Indicator Hot Condenser Indicator SYSTEM OK Enter Scroll for Parameters Message Up and Down Arrows Center Arrows Figure 1-9. Control Panel Keys, Display and Indicators Fisher Scientific Isotemp ULT Chest...
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System Battery Test VOLTAGE Point Optional Back Up HSHX System Set BUS Battery Test TEMPERATURE Point Display Temperature Clear High Stage Alarm Set Access Code RS485 Address BUS type CO or LN Table 1-1. Modes of Operation Isotemp ULT Chest Fisher Scientific...
The freezer can be easily pushed to the desired approved location, as described previously. When the freezer is in position, set the front caster brakes. Note Do not move the freezer with the product load inside. Fisher Scientific Isotemp ULT Chest...
The factory default setting is 4-20 mA. Refer to Table 1-2 for output specifications. Table 1-2. Analog Output Specifications 4-20 mA 0-1V 0-5V Temperature -100 to +50°C -100 to +50°C -100 to +50°C Fisher Scientific Isotemp ULT Chest...
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. 1-10 Isotemp ULT Chest Fisher Scientific...
5. Press the Mode key until the Run indicator lights for Run mode or press the right/left arrow keys to go to next/previous parameter. If no control keys are pressed, the freezer will automatically return to RUN mode after 5 minutes. Fisher Scientific Isotemp ULT Chest 1-11...
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. 1-12 Isotemp ULT Chest Fisher Scientific...
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. Fisher Scientific Isotemp ULT Chest 1-13...
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Scroll for Parameters Press to return Numbers decrease to previous parameter Numbers increase Optional Press Enter BACKUP = -XX Mode Back Up System to save setting Set Point Press to return Numbers decrease to previous parameter 1-14 Isotemp ULT Chest Fisher Scientific...
Note During calibration, the temperature display will not be available. If no keys are pressed for approximately five minutes while in calibration mode, the system will reset to Run mode. Fisher Scientific Isotemp ULT Chest...
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Scroll for Parameters Press to return Numbers decrease to previous parameter Numbers increase Optional Mode SAMPT = -XX.X Press Enter Sample Probe to save setting Scroll for Parameters Press to return Numbers decrease to previous parameter Isotemp ULT Chest Fisher Scientific...
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 Silence key to mute the alarm. Fisher Scientific Isotemp ULT Chest...
Low Battery indicator will light. Press the Mute key. The audible alarm and alarm indicator will go off. The Low Battery light will stay on. If the test fails, it is recommended to replace the BUS battery. Isotemp ULT Chest Fisher Scientific...
Press the left or right arrow key to select digit 1, 2, 3. Note The left and right arrow keys are used to move from the first through the third digits within the access code. Fisher Scientific Isotemp ULT Chest...
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. Isotemp ULT Chest Fisher Scientific...
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SYS BAT TEST to initiate Scroll for Parameters test Press to return to previous parameter Optional Press Enter Mode BUS Battery BUS BAT TEST to initiate Scroll for Parameters Test test Press to return to previous parameter Fisher Scientific Isotemp ULT Chest...
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Type CO2 Mode BUS TYPE CO2 Optional Press Enter to Scroll for Parameters save the setting Back Up Press to return Type LN2 System Type to previous parameter Isotemp ULT Chest Fisher Scientific...
The “WRONG POWER” alarm may also occur if the battery switch is turned to Standby mode ( ) prior to applying power to the freezer. The audible and visual alarms remain until the freezer is connected to the correct power source. Fisher Scientific Isotemp ULT Chest...
(PROBE 3 FAIL) or optional sample probe (PROBE 4 FAIL), there is no impact on the performance of the freezer. However, the hot condenser alarm may also occur when the condenser probe fails. Contact the Technical Services Department. Isotemp ULT Chest Fisher Scientific...
1. Open the front door by grasping the handle. See Figures 1-6 amd 1-8. 2. Using a vacuum cleaner, exercising care to not damage the condenser fins, clean the condenser. Depending upon environmental conditions, the condenser may need to be cleaned more frequently. Fisher Scientific Isotemp ULT Chest...
Press the Silence key to mute the audible alarm. The lid gasket may need to be cleaned more frequently if dirt or excessive frost build-up prevents the door from closing properly. Isotemp ULT Chest Fisher Scientific...
Turn Off the battery power switch (O). Turn Off the freezer power switch. Storage Note If the unit has been in service, turn it off and disconnect the power cord connector before proceeding with any maintenance. Isotemp ULT Chest Fisher Scientific...
* Verify and document calibration, at the minimum, annually. See Section 2 Calibration. * Clean condenser compartment and wipe off condenser. See “Clean Condenser” in Section 5. * Qualified service technicians only ** Dispose of properly, according to all state and federal regulations. Fisher Scientific Isotemp ULT Chest...
Note Cover open end of injection assembly with tape to keep insulation from entering the nipple. 2. Slide 3/8” flatwasher over open end of nipple. 3. Insert the covered end of the injection assembly through exterior hole. Fisher Scientific Isotemp ULT Chest...
(viewed from the side) of 12.7 and 20 cu. ft. models, and in the lower right corner (viewed from the back) of 3.0 cu. ft. models. probe wires Figure 6-3. Probe and Solenoid Connections Isotemp ULT Chest Fisher Scientific...
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Secure the back-up probe to the temperature probe using a small tie wrap (Figure 6-5). Figure 6-5. Probe location 6. Seal around the interior and exterior opening of the probe port with Permagum sealant. 7. Reinstall the probe cover (Figure 6-5). Fisher Scientific Isotemp ULT Chest...
30 PSI maximum blow-off. Warning Carbon dioxide gas suppresses oxygen levels and may cause suffocation if area is not well ventilated. Refer to “Handling Liquid CO Appendix B of this manual. Isotemp ULT Chest Fisher Scientific...
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5. Press the Mode key until the Run indicator lights, or press the right or left arrow to go to the next or previous parameter. If no control keys are pressed, the freezer will automatically return to RUN mode after 5 minutes. Fisher Scientific Isotemp ULT Chest...
2. Depress the test button on the Back-Up System control box to remove the gas from the line. 3. Slowly disconnect the fitting assembly from the supply (in the event that any gas remains in the line). Chart Recorder Figure 6-7. Recorder Details Isotemp ULT Chest Fisher Scientific...
2. Temperature probes for the recorder are located in the left front corner of the freezer chamber (Figure 1-4). 3. After about three minutes, compare the thermometer reading with the chart recorder reading. Fisher Scientific Fisher Scientific Isotemp ULT Chest Isotemp ULT Chest...
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Note The felt-tip pen on the recorder requires periodic replacement. Usually the ink will appear to fade before replacement becomes necessary. Additional pen tips may be purchased from Fisher Scientific. Isotemp ULT Chest Fisher Scientific...
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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. Fisher Scientific Isotemp ULT Chest...
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. Fisher Scientific Fisher Scientific Isotemp ULT Chest...
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Use only the loose- fitting necktube core supplied or one of the approved accessories for closing the necktube. Check the unit periodically to be sure that venting is not restricted by accumulated ice or frost. A -2 Isotemp ULT Chest Fisher Scientific...
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Disposal of liquid nitrogen should be performed 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. Fisher Scientific Isotemp ULT Chest A -3...
Disposal of liquid CO 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. A -4 Isotemp ULT Chest Fisher Scientific...
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. Fisher Scientific Fisher Scientific Isotemp ULT Chest C - 1...
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