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- Page 1 Explosion-Proof, Flammable Materials Storage & General Purpose Laboratory Refrigerators, Refrigerator-Freezers and Freezers LTX108 • 5/12/09...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Safety Information ................................3 Alert Signals ................................3 Overview ..................................4 Explosion-Proof Refrigerators and Freezers ......................4 Flammable Materials Storage Refrigerators and Freezers..................4 General Purpose Laboratory Refrigerators, Freezers and Refrigerator/Freezers ..........5 Specifications ................................6 Environmental Operating Conditions ........................6 Unpacking and Installation ............................7 Shipping Carton ..............................7 Location ................................7 Clearance ................................7... -
Page 3: Safety Information
Safety Information Thank you for selecting Thermo Scientific for your equip- Alert Signals ment needs. These instructions contain important operat- ing and safety information. The user must carefully read and understand these instructions before using the unit. Warning Your unit has been designed to optimize function, reliabili- Warnings alert you to a possibility of ty, safety and ease of use. -
Page 4: Overview
Flammable Materials Storage Refrigerators and Freezers These Thermo Scientific units will prevent potentially destructive explosions in any facility by meeting the stan- dards established by Underwriters’ Laboratory, Inc., OSHA and National Fire Protection Association for stor- age of hazardous materials. -
Page 5: General Purpose Laboratory Refrigerators, Freezers And Refrigerator/Freezers
VERVIEW General Purpose Laboratory Refrigerators, Freezers and Refrigerator/Freezers Features can include white, textured steel cabinet, seam- less ABS plastic liner, magnetic door latch(s), polyurethane insulation, rust proof shelving. Depending upon the model required additional features are available. -
Page 6: Specifications
Specifications Environmental Operating Conditions POLLUTION DEGREE*: INSTALLATION CATEGORY*: ALTITUDE: 2000 Meters MSL (Mean Sea Level) HUMIDITY: 80% maximum, non-condensing ELECTRICAL SUPPLY: 120VAC or 240VAC VOLTAGE TOLERANCE: ±10% of normal rated line TEMPERATURE: 15ºC to 40ºC PRODUCT USAGE: This product is intended for use indoors only *Refer to IEC 664-1... -
Page 7: Unpacking And Installation
Unpacking and Installation Shipping Carton This should be inspected upon delivery. When received, carefully examine for any shipping damage before Be Advised: unpacking. If damage is discovered, the delivering carrier should both specify and sign for the damage on your copy of the delivery receipt. -
Page 8: Electrical
INSTALLATION Electrical Units must be connected to a grounded outlet matching Caution the nameplate and/or the information furnished in this DO NOT REMOVE, under any cir- manual. cumstance, the grounding prongs from the 3-prong power cord sup- If you are not sure about the outlet, you should contact a plied with all units. -
Page 9: Explosion Proof Installation
NSTALLATION Explosion-Proof Units Only: How to Seal Killark ® Box Conduit with Fiber and Sealing Compound to Help Protect Against Explosions (Explosion-Proof Units Only): The purpose of the procedure that follows is to build fiber rope dams on the left and right hubs of the horizontal conduit. The fiber rope damns will surround conduit wiring that is housed inside the horizontal conduit. - Page 10 NSTALLATION Explosion-Proof Installation Continued: Figure 2: Horizontal Conduit, Cutaway Wiring Left Hub Right Hub • Insert fiber rope material down into horizontal conduit opening. Pressing down firmly, work the material into the left hub and—most importantly—being sure the material COMPLETELY SURROUNDS THE WIRING, from the top to the bottom, completely blocking this end of the horizontal conduit.
- Page 11 NSTALLATION Explosion-Proof Installation Continued: • Pour sealing compound down in between the two fiber rope dams filling the remaining space. Pour slowly, being careful not to trap air bubbles. Immediately wipe off any spilled sealing compound. • Screw conduit domed-cover back onto conduit opening. NOTE: INITIAL SETUP OF SEALING COMPOUND WILL OCCUR IN APPROXIMATELY 30 MINUTES HOW- EVER, THE SEALING COMPOUND REQUIRES A MINIMUM OF 8 HOURS ABOVE 32ºF TO DEVELOP SUFFICIENT STRENGTH TO WITHSTAND EXPLOSIONS.
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Page 12: Operation
Operation Start-Up Procedure Caution Rotate the control knob clockwise to lower the tempera- Do not use in the presence of flam- ture and counterclockwise raise it. mable or combustible materials or explosive gases. Fire or explosion To check chamber temperature, place a dial thermometer could result, causing death or on a shelf in the center of the chamber. -
Page 13: How To Save Energy
PERATION • Rotate the temperature control knob to the OFF setting. • Disconnect the power cord from its outlet. • Remove contents of unit. If practical, wrap con- tents in paper and then in a heavy blanket to maintain temperature of items, especially those removed from a freezer. -
Page 14: Safety Tips
PERATION • Keep containers covered, when possible, to reduce moisture buildup. • Set operating temperature no colder than neces- sary for the items being refrigerated. Safety Tips • After a unit is in operation, do not touch the cold surfaces, particularly when hands are damp. Skin may adhere to the extremely cold surfaces. -
Page 15: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting In the event that your unit is not operating properly, check the following before calling for service assistance— this may save you the cost of unnecessary service calls. , s i . t i n i l l l i o l l . -
Page 16: Maintenance
Maintenance Cleaning of Units: Before Warning Beginning Disconnect from the power supply prior to maintenance and servicing. Disconnect power cord from its outlet. Set the temperature control to the OFF position. Warning Refer servicing to qualified personnel. The unit designs permit easy and rapid cleaning and should not take more than a few minutes. -
Page 17: Replacement Parts
Replacement Parts To obtain replacement parts information and pricing, please call the Thermo Scientific Customer Relations Department at 1-800-446-6060 and have the unit’s model, serial and code numbers available. This information is located on data plates on the rear of the unit. -
Page 20: Warranty
(ii) misuse (including use inconsistent with written operating instructions for the product), mishandling, contamination, overheating, modification or alteration of the product by any customer or third party or (iii) use of replacement parts that are obtained from a party who is not an authorized dealer of Thermo Scientific prod- ucts.
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