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Forma Model 900 and 5900 Series -86C ULT Upright Freezer Operating and Maintenance Manual 7090902 Rev. 1 Visit us online to register your warranty www.thermoscientific.com/labwarranty...
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Base latch - 902-203 drawing pgs 7-9 & 7-10 30948 4/25/14 Updated 902 elec schematic to show correct HS compressors 29688/FR-2603 2/256/14 Release 10 - DD hinges and mullion, 991-200 drawing pg 7-3 & 7-4 ECR/ECN DATE DESCRIPTION Thermo Scientific Model 900 and 5900 Series...
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European Country, and this product should be disposed of or recycled through them. Further information on Thermo’s compliance with this directive, the recyclers in your country and information on Thermo Scientific products will be available at www.thermofisher.com. Always use the proper protective equipment (clothing, gloves, goggles, etc.) 4 Always dissipate extreme cold or heat and wear protective clothing.
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System Controls Temperature Recorder (Optional) Figure 1-1. Freezer Front View Components • Control panel - keypad, displays and indicators • BUS (Optional Back Up System) control panel • Optional temperature recorder or datalogger Thermo Scientific Model 900 and 5900 Series...
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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 Probe(s) Model 900 and 5900 Series Thermo Scientific Thermo Scientific...
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Freezer battery and optional BUS battery Figure 1-5. Battery(s) location and switch • Battery mounting bracket(s) • Battery power switch (freezer and BUS) • Freezer battery • Optional BUS battery • Freezer filter location Thermo Scientific Model 900 and 5900 Series...
Silence - Silences the audible alarm. See Section 4 for alarm ringback times. • Alarm Panel - indicates the current alarm condition. • Up and Down Arrows - Increases or decreases values, toggles between choices. • Enter - Stores the value into memory Model 900 and 5900 Series Thermo Scientific...
Locate the freezer on a firm, level surface in an area with an ambient temperature between 18°C and 32°C. Provide ample room to reach the mains disconnect switch (power switch) located on the rear of the freezer. Thermo Scientific Model 900 and 5900 Series...
Stored product should be protected by a redundant 24 hour/day monitoring system with alarm capability. An interconnect jack and thermocouple are installed for centralized monitoring, should on-board system fail. Figure 1-8. Remote Alarm Contacts Model 900 and 5900 Series Thermo Scientific...
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. Thermo Scientific Model 900 and 5900 Series...
Note If the set point is changed and the low temperature and high temperature alarms are set 10° from the set point, the alarm set points will be adjusted automatically to maintain a distance of at least 10° from set point. Model 900 and 5900 Series Thermo Scientific...
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. Thermo Scientific Model 900 and 5900 Series...
In addition, the Run mode allows display of the high stage heat exchange temperature. This information scrolls by pressing the up or down arrow keys. The display returns to the operating temperature in 10 seconds if no keys are pressed. 1-10 Model 900 and 5900 Series Thermo Scientific...
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. Thermo Scientific Model 900 and 5900 Series...
0 min. 15 min. Micro Board Failure 0 min. 15 min. All alarm delays and ringback times are ±30 seconds. * The automatic battery test runs immediately on power-up, then every 8 hours thereafter. Thermo Scientific Model 900 and 5900 Series...
If an error is detected with the condenser probe, there is no impact on the performance of the freezer; however, the hot condenser alarm may also occur. Contact the Technical Services department or your local distributor. Model 900 and 5900 Series Thermo Scientific...
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Description: This condition indicates that the heat exchange sensor has failed to produce a valid reading for >12 consecutive Er03 reads (~60 seconds). Response: The display will show “Er03” only when the button sequence to read the heat exchange sensor is depressed. Thermo Scientific Model 900 and 5900 Series...
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Description: Communication between the micro board and the display board has been lost. Under this condition, the visual ---- in display alarm flashes along with dashes in the temperature display (----). Contact Technical Services. Model 900 and 5900 Series Thermo Scientific...
1. Open the front lower door by grasping the bottom left corner. 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. Thermo Scientific Model 900 and 5900 Series...
Note If the unit has been in service, turn it off and disconnect the power cord connector before proceeding with any maintenance. Battery power switch remove filter Thermocouple interconnect jack Battery mounting bracket Freezer battery and optional BUS battery Figure 4-2. Battery Power Switch Model 900 and 5900 Series Thermo Scientific...
The unit is designed with a “vacuum relief port” that allows the pressure to be equalized. Thermo Scientific Model 900 and 5900 Series...
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The vacuum relief port may need to be cleaned more often with frequent door openings and high humidity environments. Model 900 and 5900 Series Thermo Scientific...
Thermo. 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. Thermo Scientific Model 900 and 5900 Series...
Locate the freezer away from drafts or heating/cooling vents • Keep the number of door openings to a minimum • Minimize the length of time door is open • Make sure door latches securely after opening Model 900 and 5900 Series Thermo Scientific...
5. Remove the two Phillips head screws securing the metal bracket on the vent stack assembly. 6. Install the vent stack through the opening and secure it to the top of the freezer, using screws. Thermo Scientific Model 900 and 5900 Series...
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Section 5 Factory Installed Options Install Vent Stack, Solenoid and Injection (continued) Figure 5-1. Injection Assembly Figure 5-2. Vent Stack Assembly Model 900 and 5900 Series Thermo Scientific...
Mount the bracket. Figure 5-4 shows the Back-Up probe mounted on the interior left side wall of the freezer. Figure 5-4. Mounted probe clip Thermo Scientific Model 900 and 5900 Series...
(no injection occurs). This light stays on until the unit is below BUS setpoint. b. The Low Battery indicator may also illuminate. 5. Turn the battery switch to Standby mode ( ) to charge both batteries. Model 900 and 5900 Series Thermo Scientific...
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. Thermo Scientific Model 900 and 5900 Series...
(See Section 1 - “Setting the High Temperature Alarm). If the back-up system is installed with CO , then -65°C is the coldest BUS set point that can be used (if the cabinet set point is -75°C or colder). Model 900 and 5900 Series Thermo Scientific...
3. Slowly disconnect the fitting assembly from the supply (in the event that any gas remains in the line). The following section describes the set up and operation of the optional Chart Recorder chart recorder. Figure 5-7. Recorder Details Thermo Scientific Model 900 and 5900 Series...
Note The felt-tip pen on the recorder requires periodic replacement. The ink will appear to fade before replacement becomes necessary. Additional pen tips may be purchased from Thermo. Model 900 and 5900 Series Thermo Scientific...
189407 [23 cu ft], 195652 [28 cu ft]) is factory installed. The freezer is Option converted to accommodate four adjustable specimen shelves with the fifth “shelf” as the bottom of the freezer chamber. Thermo Scientific Model 900 and 5900 Series...
20 Amp, Dedicated Circuit, 15 Amp, Dedicated Circuit, 15 Amp, Dedicated Circuit, Breaker Requirements 20 Amp Time Delay Breaker 15 Amp Time Delay Breaker 15 Amp Time Delay Breaker Shipping Weight 763 lbs. (346 kg) Thermo Scientific Model 900 and 5900 Series...
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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. Model 900 and 5900 Series Thermo Scientific...
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Section 7 Parts Exploded Drawing Upright Freezer Cabinet Assembly 902-200-1-B Rev. 2 Page 1 of 2 Thermo Scientific Model 900 and 5900 Series...
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Section 7 Parts Exploded Drawing Upright Freezer Cabinet Assembly 902-200-1-B Rev. 2 Page 2 of 2 Model 900 and 5900 Series Thermo Scientific...
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Section 7 Parts Exploded Drawing Model: 900 and 5900 Series UR Freezer Assembly 991-200-2-D Rev. 3 Page 1 of 2 Thermo Scientific Model 900 and 5900 Series...
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Section 7 Parts Exploded Drawing Model: 900 and 5900 Series UR Freezer Assembly 991-200-2-D Rev. 3 Page 2 of 2 Model 900 and 5900 Series Thermo Scientific...
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Section 7 Parts Exploded Drawing Single Door Assembly Upright Freezer 902-201-1-B Rev. 6 Page 1 of 2 Thermo Scientific Model 900 and 5900 Series...
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Section 7 Parts Exploded Drawing Single Door Assembly Upright Freezer 902-201-1-B Rev. 6 Page 2 of 2 Model 900 and 5900 Series Thermo Scientific...
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Section 7 Parts Exploded Drawing Double Door Assembly Upright Freezer 902-202-1-B Rev. 7 Page 1 of 2 Thermo Scientific Model 900 and 5900 Series...
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Section 7 Parts Exploded Drawing Double Door Assembly Upright Freezer 902-202-1-B Rev. 7 Page 2 of 2 Model 900 and 5900 Series Thermo Scientific...
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Section 7 Parts Thermo Scientific Model 900 and 5900 Series...
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Section 7 Parts 7-10 Model 900 and 5900 Series Thermo Scientific...
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Section 7 Parts Exploded Drawing 230V Relay Enclosure - Freezers 902-204-1-B Rev 1 Page 1 of 2 Thermo Scientific Model 900 and 5900 Series 7-11...
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Section 7 Parts Exploded Drawing 230V Relay Enclosure - Freezers 902-204-1-B Rev 1 Page 2 of 2 7-12 Model 900 and 5900 Series Thermo Scientific...
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Section 7 Parts Exploded Drawing 120V Relay Enclosure - Freezers 902-204-2-B Rev. 1 Page 1 of 2 Thermo Scientific Model 900 and 5900 Series 7-13...
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Section 7 Parts Exploded Drawing 120V Relay Enclosure - Freezers 902-204-2-B Rev. 1 Page 2 of 2 7-14 Model 900 and 5900 Series Thermo Scientific...
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Section 7 Parts Exploded Drawing Upright Freezer Start Component Relay Enclosure Assembly 120320-01-2-B Rev. 7 Page 1 of 2 Thermo Scientific Model 900 and 5900 Series 7-15...
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Section 7 Parts Exploded Drawing Upright Freezer Start Component Relay Enclosure Assembly 120320-01-2-B Rev. 7 Page 2 of 2 7-16 Model 900 and 5900 Series Thermo Scientific...
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. Thermo Scientific Model 900 and 5900 Series A -1...
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Check the unit periodically to be sure that venting is not restricted by accumulated ice or frost. A -2 Model 900 and 5900 Series Thermo Scientific...
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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. Thermo Scientific Model 900 and 5900 Series A -3...
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 Model 900 and 5900 Series Thermo 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. Thermo Scientific Model 900 and 5900 Series A -5...
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