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Operating Instructions Laboratory Refrigerator PR-L5181W-PA PR-L5181GW-PA PR-L5181W-PA Left Door PR-L5181GW-PA (Factory order made) Glass Door Version Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future use. See page 26 for Model No. English...
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PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATIONS It is imperative that the user complies with this manual as it contains important safety advice. Items and procedures are described so that you can use this unit correctly and safely. If the precautions advised are followed, this will prevent possible injury to the user and any other person.
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PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION WARNING Do not use the unit outdoors. Current leakage or electric shock may result if the unit is exposed to rain water. Only qualified engineers or service personnel should install the unit. Installation by unqualified personnel may cause electric shock or fire. Be sure to install the unit on a sturdy floor.
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PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION WARNING Always disconnect the power supply to the unit prior to any repair or maintenance of the unit in order to prevent electric shock or injury. Ensure you do not inhale or consume medication or aerosols from around the unit at the time of maintenance.
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PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION CAUTION Never damage or break the power supply plug or cord. Do not use the supply plug if its cord is loose. This may cause fire or electric shock. Do not touch any electrical parts such as the power supply plug or any switches with a wet hand. This may cause electric shock.
CAUTIONS FOR USAGE 1. If the unit is unplugged or the power to the unit is interrupted, do not restart the unit for at least 5 minutes. This protects the compressor. 2. This inner cabinet is refrigerated by the forced circulation of cooled air inside the chamber. Ensure that the intake and exhaust vents are not blocked.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS This equipment is designed to be safe at least under the following conditions: 1. Indoor use; 2. Altitude up to 2000 m; 3. Ambient temperature 20 C to 24 4. Maximum relative humidity 75% for temperature up to 24 C decreasing linearly to 50%;...
REFRIGERATOR COMPONENTS ② 1. Access Port: Allow installation of ① temperature sensor inside the cabinet for the purpose of external monitoring. 2. Door Lock: Turn the key clockwise through 180 degrees to lock the door. 3. Control Panel: The operation status is displayed on this panel;...
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REFRIGERATOR COMPONENTS ① ③ 1. Circulation Fan: Helps to keep a consistent temperature throughout entire chamber. 2. Powder coated wire shelves: Space between shelves can be easily adjusted for maximum storing efficiency. 3. Magnetic door gasket: Magnetic force ensures the door is sealed to provide optimum performance and temperature uniformity.
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REFRIGERATOR COMPONENTS Control Panel 1. Alarm buzzer stop key (BUZZER): Press this key to silence the buzzer in the event that the alarm operates and the buzzer sounds. See page 17 for detail. 2. Alarm test key (ALARM TEST): Buzzer will sound. See page 17 for detail. 3.
CONTROL PANEL FUNCTIONALITY CHECK The first time the unit is powered on, you must insure the control panel functionality by following the operation described in table 1: Table 1 Manual check of Control panel Operation Key operated Control panel description Connect to the power Five seconds after turning on the unit, the temperature inside the -----...
INSTALLATION Installation site To operate this unit properly and to obtain maximum performance, install the unit in a location with the following conditions: 1. A location not subjected to direct sunlight Installation in a location subjected to direct sunlight might lead to inadequate cooling. 2.
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INSTALLATION Installation 1. Remove the packaging materials and tapes. Remove all transportation packaging materials and tapes. Open the doors and ventilate the unit. If the outside panels are dirty, clean them with a diluted neutral dishwashing detergent. (Undiluted detergent can damage the plastic components. For the dilution, refer to the instruction of the detergent.) After cleaning with the diluted detergent, always wipe it off with a wet cloth, then wipe the panels with a dry cloth.
START-UP OF UNIT The following procedures should be adhered to for initial start-up and continuous operation. 1. Connect the unit to dedicated power supply. Do not put any product in the unit at this time. 2. Set the desired temperature. The unit is preset to operate at 5°C. This is the optimal storage temperature to maintain vaccine and biologic products within 2°C to 8°C throughout the usable storage area.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Calibration Procedure The difference between chamber and indicated temperature can be arranged by key operation. As an example, Table 3 shows the procedure in case actual refrigerator temperature is 5.2°C as indicated on a NIST traceable thermometer placed in the center of the chamber and displayed temperature is 4.5°C; change the displayed temperature to 5.2°C.
ALARMS AND SAFETY FUNCTIONS This unit has the alarm and safety functions shown in Table 5, and also a self-diagnostic function. Table 5 Alarms and safety functions Kind of alarm Situation Indication Buzzer Safety operation or safety If the chamber temperature High Intermittent tone exceeds the set temperature...
MAINTENANCE WARNING Always disconnect the power supply to the unit prior to any repair or maintenance of the unit in order to prevent electric shock or injury. Ensure you do not inhale or consume medication or aerosols from around the unit at the time of maintenance.
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Removing Base Grille You must remove the base grille to access the condenser coils for cleaning Procedure to remove base grille: 1. Open the refrigerator door 2. Using a Philips screwdriver, remove the two screws. Screws 3. Remove the base grille Installation is reversal of removal.
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1. For removal of side wire barriers, you must begin from top to bottom, in order to have clearance while removing the components. Remove the side wire barrier by lifting up and compressing top towards inside of component. Finally, slide down to remove. *Compress top portion of side wire towards the inside.
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2. Remove wire shelf by lifting up and sliding out the component. Process is the same for every shelf. English...
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To remove or adjust wire shelves, side wire barrier (4 wire shelves configuration): 1. For removal of side wire barriers, you must begin from top to bottom, in order to have clearance while removing the components. Remove the side wire barrier by lifting up and compressing top towards inside of component.
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2. Remove wire shelf by lifting up and sliding out the component. Process is the same for every shelf. Basket B (ARAHBAQ00020) can be purchased separately as an optional kit. English...
Note: If you place SR-L6111W-PA or SF-L6111W-PA on the bottom, please assure the front leg positions (front arrow) of the model PR-L5181W-PA are as following: This configuration will avoid any damage to the top hinge cover from SR-L6111W-PA or SF-L6111W-PA model.
TROUBLESHOOTING If the unit malfunctions, check the following potential causes before calling for service. In the case of inadequate refrigeration or freezing, transfer the stored items to another refrigerator before checking. REFRIGERATOR IS TOO WARM 1. Adjust temperature control. See page 15. 2.
Product name Laboratory Refrigerator Model number PR-L5181W-PA (Solid Door) / PR-L5181GW-PA (Glass Door) 34 5/32” H x 23 27/32” W x 23 21/32” D (867 H mm x 606 W mm x 600 D mm) External dimensions 25 19/32” H x 19 15/16” W x 17 3/32” D (650 H mm x 507 W mm x 434 D mm)
PERFORMANCE Product name Laboratory Refrigerator PR-L5181W-PA (Solid Door) / PR-L5181GW-PA (Glass Door) Model number Temperature control range 5°C ± 3°C Rated voltage 115 V AC Rated frequency 60 Hz Power consumption 106 kWh per year *These specifications were determined by following testing standard :”NSF International Standard NSF/ANSI 456 Vaccine Storage”...
Procedure to be adhered to in order to reduce safety risk indicated in b) above: Date : Signature : Address, Division : Telephone : Product name: Model: Serial number: Date of installation: Laboratory Refrigerator PR-L5181W-PA (Solid Door) PR-L5181GW-PA (Glass Door) Please decontaminate the unit yourself before calling the service engineer. English...
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