Contents General Information Product Speci cations Operating Environment Cabinet Location Electrical Connections Setup Uncrating/Unpacking Moving the Freezer Castors Freezer Location Shelves Cleaning Door Gasket Setup Loading Port Hole Start Up Procedure Dixell User Guide On Screen Alarms Temperature Logging Min/Max Calibration Set Point Defrost...
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General Information Laboratory Freezer User Manual By Thermoline Scientific This user manual is intended for Thermoline's laboratory freezer. We recommend that you read this user manual the whole way through before you start using the cabinet. Consider this manual as a part of the cabinet and an integral part to its function.
Operating Environment Laboratory Freezer User Manual By Thermoline Scientific Cabinet Location Please ensure the freezer is placed in the right environment, away from direct sunlight or direct heat sources (Fig 1). The product shouldn’t be placed in a room where the ambient temperature exceeds that of which it was designed to operate.
Operating Environment Electrical Connections The freezer is suitable for connection to a standard 10 amp, 230 volt, 50Hz supply. A dedicated outlet should be used for the supply. Do not use power boards or the like. Electrical: • The freezer includes an approx. 2.5m xed mains power lead with a three pin plug.
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Operating Environment Warnings The freezers require an even surface to ensure consistent performance. Internal contents can also be damaged by the cabinet being on an uneven surface. The freezer require ventilation around them. 100mm on either side and the back is required. The freezer should be stored inside at all times.
Setup Laboratory Freezer User Manual By Thermoline Scientific Uncrating/Unpacking Unpacking process for foam wrapped and crated: • In most cases, the freezer will be delivered foam wrapped and on its castors via sensitive freight. • The freezer may be delivered to remote areas in a crate.
Setup Moving the Freezer Moving the freezer: • Ensure that the freezer is rolled on an even and at surface. Uneven surfaces can cause the freezer to fall over. NOTE: Freezers are 'Top Heavy'. Do not move the cabinet too quickly. Safe moving of cabinet.
Setup Freezer Location Location Requirements: • The freezer requires to be on a at level surface. (Fig • Do not store items on top of the freezer. • The freezer generates heat as part of its regular operation. Thermoline suggests at least 100mm on the sides and back and 300mm above the cabinet to aid accessibility and heat dissipation.
Setup Shelves All freezers come equipped with shelves used for holding items while in operation. The shelves can be adjusted to different heights to accommodate other size items. To adjust the shelf clips you must: Shelving: • • Hook the top of the clip into the slot seen above. All freezers are supplied with adjustable shelf clips to •...
Setup Cleaning The interior, exterior, and door gasket can be cleaned as often Cleaning the Condenser: as required using a soft cloth and soapy water. Never use abrasive cleaners or scouring pads, as these will scratch the • Turn off power at the power point before cleaning the surface and may result in corrosion.
Setup Door Gasket The door gasket should be cleaned regularly with a mild soap solution. If a gasket is to be replaced, please get in touch with Thermoline Scienti c. Regular inspection is recommended. Setup Warnings Castors can be xed in place by pushing down on the brake lever. Ensure all castors are locked to prevent unwanted movement from the cabinet.
Setup Loading Port Hole The freezer requires air movement throughout the chamber to The port hole can be found on the left side of the freezer as hold temperature and to bring new samples to temperature. you look at it. The cabinet comes equipped with a plug that Correct loading will ensure the most e cient cabinet may be removed by simply pulling it out.
Start Up Procedure Laboratory Freezer User Manual By Thermoline Scientific Start Up Procedure Start Up Procedure: • Locate the cabinet as previously described, and plug the mains lead into the power supply but do not turn the power on just yet.
Laboratory Freezer User Manual By Thermoline Scientific The Dixell XR70 Controller is a microprocessor based controller suitable for applications on medium or low temperature freezers, with relay outputs that control the compressor, fan and defrost. The temperature control has been factory set to operate at between -20°C to -30°C.
Defrost The freezer has an auto defrost function set to happen every eight hours. The Dixell XR70 controller also features a manual defrost feature for the freezer range. To trigger the feature simply press the defrost key shown previously for more than 2 seconds. During the defrost DEF on screen (approximately 50 minutes), Every 8 hours.
General Controls Chart Recorder A circular chart recorder can be factory tted as an optional extra. The recorder has a seven day chart with a battery back- up that will keep the chart running for at least 24 hours in the event of a power failure.
General Controls BMS Output This cabinet is tted with a 3-pin socket to allow for connection to a building monitoring system or phone dialler. A plug is also supplied separately to connect the socket to your wiring. The alarm contacts have no voltage present, but we recommend that the wiring is connected by a suitably quali ed technician.
Troubleshooting Laboratory Freezer User Manual By Thermoline Scientific Problem Temperature of Freezer running Condenser warmer than expected. Condenser could be dirty and contain blockages. Clean condenser as described within manual. Ensure there is enough air space around the freezer. New Items in Freezer...
Warranty Laboratory Freezer User Manual By Thermoline Scientific Have the following information available when you contact the service department. Model number and serial number. This is generally found on the exterior of the cabinet in the form of a stick-on label. The company name, address, contact name, contact phone number.
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