Chart website. NOTE: All MVE models are a Class IIa, externally powered continuous operation medical device. They are not suitable for use with flammable anesthetics. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for medical devices to IEC 601-1-2: [or EN 60601-1-1-2:2001 or Medical Device Directive 93/42/EEC].
MVE FUSION® Freezer Quick Reference User Manual Safety and First Aid READ BEFORE OPERATING THIS EQUIPMENT Liquid nitrogen (LN2) is used in MVE Fusion® Freezer as a refrigerant. Understanding and following certain safety precautions is extremely important when handling LN2 and cryogenic containers (Dewars).
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Persons transferring LN2 should make every effort to protect the eyes and skin from accidental contact with liquid or cold vapor. Chart MVE recommends the following protective clothing and accessories when transferring LN2 or handling hoses, valves, and plumbing components: Recommended protective clothing □...
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MVE FUSION® Freezer Quick Reference User Manual Safety and First Aid Equipment Usage Cryogenic containers must operated accordance with manufacturer/ supplier instructions. Cryogenic Dewars must be kept in a well-ventilated area protected from weather and away from heat sources. In applications that use a modular liquid cylinder as a source of LN2, the supply will need to be replenished at regular intervals to ensure proper operation of the freezer.
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MVE FUSION® Freezer Quick Reference User Manual Please refer to your distributor for maintenance and information pertaining to maintenance. Additional technical information is available on the Chart Website. This manual includes the following symbols. Table 1: the symbols and their descriptions...
MVE FUSION® Freezer Quick Reference User Manual NOTE: The recommended LN2 supply pressure is 22-35 psig (1.52 - 2.41 bar) Display / Control Panel Table 1: Front Panel Identification MVE FUSION® Freezer Graphical User Interface (GUI) Front Panel Displays Freezer Temperature and Cryogen (LN2) Level % on home screen.
MVE FUSION® Freezer Quick Reference User Manual Back Panel / Electrical / Physical Connections RTD Temperature Probe Connection Global Alarm Contacts (These connections monitor All Alarms) Service Serial Port Service Serial Port Input Power Main Power Switch Battery Backup Power Switch Please refer to your distributor for maintenance and information pertaining to maintenance.
2. Make sure to have two, 230-liter liquid nitrogen cylinders at 22-35PSI for the first fill. 3. Load racks and empty boxes or alternate inventory systems into the MVE Fusion® Freezer. NOTE: VERY IMPORTANT TO ADD RACKS AND BOXES BEFORE FILLING.
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MVE FUSION® Freezer Quick Reference User Manual NOTE: The recommended LN2 supply pressure is 22-35 psig (1.52 - 2.41 bar). See the rack Layout below for reference. 4. Connect one 230 cylinder full of cryogen (LN2) to the Fusion® Freezer inlet valve using the supplied transfer hose with the cane oriented in the vertical position, so the pressure relief valve can vent downwards.
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MVE FUSION® Freezer Quick Reference User Manual CAUTION: If an aftermarket temperature sensor is not installed in the secondary sensor tube, the tube should remain plugged with the factory installed plug and add sealant. 5. Shut off the two isolation valves located underneath the shroud on both sides of the liquefier.
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MVE FUSION® Freezer Quick Reference User Manual 8. Open the vent valve on the back of the Fusion® Freezer. This will create a pressure differential sufficient to push the LN2 from the supply tank into the freezer. The vent valve will remain open until the Fusion®...
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NOT TURN ON UNTIL ALL OF THE ABOVE STEPS HAVE BEEN COMPLETED. 16. Once all above steps have been completed, the MVE Fusion® Freezer can be turned on by flipping the main power switch to the ON position, followed by flipping the BB Enable/Disable (backup battery) switch to the ON position.
1.8°F (+/- 1°C) when operating at altitudes between 1000ft to 1500ft (305m to 457m). Further calibration should not be required unless desired by the end user. Refer to the MVE Fusion Technical Manual for information on calibration methods and procedures.
Fusion electronics temperature is out of the allowable range. If any alarms occur please contact your authorized MVE Distributor or Customer / Technical Service Please refer to your distributor for maintenance and information pertaining to maintenance. Additional technical information is available on the Chart website.
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Preventative Maintenance Schedule This section describes the preventative maintenance that should be performed on the MVE Fusion freezer to ensure optimum operation and performance, as well maximum service life. As with any technical piece of laboratory equipment, preventative maintenance is key to equipment success (see Table 3 NOTE: This is the Chart recommended preventative maintenance schedule.
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