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Establishing electrical connections .................... 17 5.3.1 Connecting a mains plug ..................... 17 Installing the hoses .......................... 18 Filling and draining the coolant tank .................... 18 5.5.1 Filling the coolant tank ...................... 18 5.5.2 Draining the coolant tank ..................... 18 Operation Manual Recirculating Chiller F-360...
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Resetting the fuse ........................ 23 Taking out of service and disposal.................... 24 Taking out of service.......................... 24 Disposal ............................. 24 Returning the instrument ........................ 24 Appendix ............................ 25 10.1 Spare parts and accessories ...................... 25 10.1.1 Spare parts .......................... 25 Operation Manual Recirculating Chiller F-360...
1.3 Connected devices In addition to these operating instructions, follow the instructions and specifications in the documentation for the connected devices. Operation Manual Recirculating Chiller F-360 5/26...
Safety-related incidents that occur while using the instrument should be reported to the manufacturer (quality@buchi.com). BUCHI service technicians Service technicians authorized by BUCHI have attended special training courses and are authorized by BÜCHI Labortechnik AG to carry out special servicing and repair measures. 6/26...
The following warning symbols are displayed in this operation manual or on the instrument. Symbol Meaning General warning Dangerous electrical voltage Heavy item Explosive substances Flammable substances Health-harming or irritant substances Hot surface Device damage Dangerous gases Corrosive Cuts by sharp edges Operation Manual Recirculating Chiller F-360 7/26...
Always wear appropriate personal protective equipment such as safety goggles, protective clothing and gloves. Make sure that the personal protective equipment meets the requirements of the safety data sheets for all chemicals used. 8/26 Operation Manual Recirculating Chiller F-360...
Unauthorized modifications can effect safety and lead to accidents. Use only genuine BUCHI accessories, spare parts and consumables. Carry out technical changes only with prior written approval from BUCHI. Only allow changes to be made by BUCHI service technicians. BUCHI accepts no liability for damage, faults and malfunctions resulting from unauthorized modifications.
3.2.1 Front view Fig. 2: Front view Display (see Chapter 3.2.2 "Dis- Air in for ventilation play", page 12) Navigation control Castor wheels Coolant level indicator (see Chap- Air out for ventilation ter 3.2.3 "Fill level indicator", page 12) On-/Off masterswitch Operation Manual Recirculating Chiller F-360 11/26...
Indicates connection to the BUCHI vacuum controller Actual temperature Options activated if control knob is pressed Set temperature locked Set temperature 3.2.3 Fill level indicator Max fill level mark Min fill level mark Current fill level indication 12/26 Operation Manual Recirculating Chiller F-360...
Product description | 3 3.2.4 Rear view Fig. 3: Rear view COM port Filling connection for coolant Power cable Slots for air flow out Main coolant flow IN Castor wheels Main coolant flow OUT Drain of coolant Operation Manual Recirculating Chiller F-360 13/26...
Accessories are delivered as per the purchase order, order confirmation, and delivery note. 3.4 Technical data 3.4.1 Recirculating Chiller F-360 Dimensions (W x D x H) 650 x 850 x1300 mm Weight 220 kg Cooling capacity at 15 °C* 6000 W 14/26 Operation Manual Recirculating Chiller F-360...
3.5.2 Fill level sensor The instrument has an integrated fill level sensor. The fill level sensor checks whether the instrument is filled with the minimum amount of coolant. See also Chapter 3.2.3 "Fill level indicator", page 12. Operation Manual Recirculating Chiller F-360 15/26...
Empty the coolant tank before storing the instrument. After storage, check the instrument and all tubing for damage and replace if necessary. 4.3 Moving the instrument Release the castor breaks. Move the instrument to the designated place. Lock the castor breaks. 16/26 Operation Manual Recirculating Chiller F-360...
Have the installation carried out by an electrician or a person with similar expert knowledge. Carry out the installation according to the instructions. See Guide for electrical installation 5.3.1 Connecting a mains plug Precondition: The instrument is delivered with a mains cable connected to the instrument. Operation Manual Recirculating Chiller F-360 17/26...
Place a suitable receptacle below the drain tap (see location of the tap in chapter Chapter 3.2 "Configuration", page 11). Open the drain tap and allow coolant to run into the receptacle. Wait until the the cooland drained. Close the drain tap. 18/26 Operation Manual Recirculating Chiller F-360...
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BÜCHI Labortechnik AG Installation | 5 Connect other devices to the instrument. See Chapter 5.4 "Installing the hoses", page 18. Operation Manual Recirculating Chiller F-360 19/26...
The padlock symbol appears on the display. ð To cancel the lock function, press and hold the navigation control. The padlock symbol disappears. ð 6.4 Shutting down the instrument Switch the On/Off master switch to Off. 20/26 Operation Manual Recirculating Chiller F-360...
Users may only carry out the servicing and cleaning operations described in this section. Any servicing and repair work which involves opening up the casing may only be carried out by BUCHI service technicians. 7.1 Regular maintenance work Action Additional information...
Allow it to cool down. Clean the air intake (see Chapter 7.2 "Cleaning Temperature error the housing", page 21). Switch the instrument on again. If the problem cannot be rectified contact BUCHI Customer Service. Coolant tank empty Switch off the instrument. or level too low, Allow it to cool down.
Disconnect the instrument from the power supply. Open the housing with the provided tool. Reset the fuse marked with F1 by pushing it up. The fuse is reset and in its upper position. ð Operation Manual Recirculating Chiller F-360 23/26...
When disposing, observe the disposal regulations of the materials used. Materials used see Chapter 3.4 "Technical data", page 14. 9.3 Returning the instrument Before returning the instrument, contact the BÜCHI Labortechnik AG Service Department. https://www.buchi.com/contact 24/26 Operation Manual Recirculating Chiller F-360...
Appendix | 10 10 Appendix 10.1 Spare parts and accessories Use only genuine BUCHI consumables and spare parts in order to ensure correct, safe and reliable operation of the system. NOTE Any modifications of spare parts or assemblies are only allowed with the prior written permission of BUCHI.
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