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ICH C
OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
CLIMATE CHAMBER ICH C
MADE IN GERMANY.
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  • Page 1 ICH C OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CLIMATE CHAMBER ICH C MADE IN GERMANY. www.memmert.com...

  • Page 2: Manufacturer And Customer Service

    Please contact our customer service before sending appliances for repair or before returning equipment, otherwise, we have to refuse acceptance of the shipment. © 2019 MEMMERT GmbH + Co. KG D30393 | Date 12/2019 We reserve the right to make changes...

  • Page 3: About This Manual

    Function and operation are identical. Other documents that have to be observed: ► For operation of the appliance with MEMMERT AtmoCONTROL, observe the separate software manual. To open the AtmoCONTROL software manual, click on “Help” in the AtmoCONTROL menu bar.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Contents Contents For your Safety Terms and signs used......................6 Product safety and dangers ....................7 Requirements of the operating personnel ................8 Responsibility of the owner ....................8 Intended use ........................8 Changes and conversions ....................8 Behaviour in case of malfunctions and irregularities ............9 What to do in case of accidents ..................
  • Page 5 Contents Malfunctions, warning and error messages Warning messages of the monitoring function ..............41 Malfunctions, operating problems and appliance errors ..........43 Power failure ........................45 Menu mode Overview ..........................46 Basic operation in menu mode using the example of language selection ....... 47 Setup..........................

  • Page 6: For Your Safety

    For your Safety For your Safety 1.1 Terms and signs used In this manual and on the appliance itself, certain common terms and signs are used to warn you of possible dangers or to give you hints that are important in avoiding injury or damage. Observe and follow these hints and regulations to avoid accidents and damage.

  • Page 7: Product Safety And Dangers

    For your Safety 1.2 Product safety and dangers The appliances described in this manual are technically sophisticated, manufactured using high-quality materials and subject to many hours of testing in the factory. They contain the latest technology and comply with recognised technical safety regulations. However, there are still risks involved, even when the appliances are used as intended.

  • Page 8: Requirements Of The Operating Personnel

    Climate chambers ICHC are suitable for stability testing of pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, food etc under long-term stable ambient conditions. Any other use could be dangerous. In case of any doubts, please contact the Memmert customer service. The appliance is not explosion-proof (does not comply with the German workplace health &...

  • Page 9: Behaviour In Case Of Malfunctions And Irregularities

    For your Safety Unauthorised changes or alterations result in the CE declaration of conformity losing its valid- ity, and the appliance may no longer be operated. The manufacturer is not liable for any damage, danger or injuries that result from unauthor- ised changes or alterations, or from non-observance of the regulations in this manual.

  • Page 10: Construction And Description

    Construction and description Construction and description 2.1 Construction Fig. 2 Construction 1 ControlCOCKPIT with capacitive function 5 Cooling unit (see page 65) keys and LCD displays (see page 27) 6 Nameplate (see page 13) 2 On/Off switch (see page 23) 7 Door handle 3 Chamber fan 8 Inner glass door...

  • Page 11: Construction And Function

    2.3 Material For the outer housing, MEMMERT uses stainless steel (Mat.No. 1.4016 – ASTM 430) and for the interior, stainless steel (Mat.No. 1.4301 – ASTM 304) is used, which stands out through its high stability, optimal hygienic properties and corrosion resistance to many (but not all!) chemical compounds (caution for example with chlorine compounds).

  • Page 12: Communication Interfaces

    Construction and description 2.5.2 Communication interfaces The communication interfaces are intended for appliances which meet the requirements of IEC 60950-1. USB interface The appliance is fitted by default with a USB interface in accordance with the USB specifica- tion. This way, you can ►...

  • Page 13: Technical Data

    Construction and description Typ: ICH260 F-Nr.: Y818.3008 230 V~ 50/60 Hz 5,9 A 1350 W DIN12880-2007-Kl.:3.1 Nenntemp.: 18-50 °C Schutzart DIN EN 60529 - IP 20 GmbH+Co.KG D-91126 Schwabach FRG Äußere Rittersbacher Str. 38 Made in Germany Fig. 5 Nameplate (example) 1 Type designation 6 Address of manufacturer 2 Operating voltage...

  • Page 14: Applied Directives And Standards

    2.8 Applied directives and standards Based on the standards and guidelines listed in the following, the products described in this manual have received a CE label from the company Memmert: ► Directive 2014/30/EU amended (Directive of the council for harmonisation of the laws of the member states on electromagnetic compatibility).

  • Page 15: Declaration Of Conformity

    Construction and description 2.9 Declaration of conformity You can download the EC declaration of conformity of the appliance online: English: http://www.memmert.com/en/service/downloads/ce-statement/ German: http://www.memmert.com/de/service/downloads/eg-konformitaetserklaerung/ 2.10 Ambient conditions ► The appliance may only be used in enclosed areas and under the following ambient condi- tions: 15 °C to 28 °C (to 34 °C with limited temperature...

  • Page 16: Delivery, Transport And Setting Up

    Delivery, transport and setting up Delivery, transport and setting up 3.1 For your Safety Warning! Because of the heavy weight of the appliance, you could injure your- self if you try to lift it. For carrying appliances of size 110, at least 4 people are needed.

  • Page 17: Delivery

    Delivery, transport and setting up 3.2 Delivery The appliance is packed in cardboard and is delivered on a wooden palette. 3.3 Transport The appliance can be transported in three ways: ► With a forklift truck; move the forks of the truck entirely under the pallet. ►...

  • Page 18: Setting Up

    (see page 19). In case there is not enough space, do not put the appliance into operation and do not open the door. Contact the Memmert service (see page 2). The appliance may only be installed on the fl oor.

  • Page 19: Tilt Protection

    Delivery, transport and setting up 3.6.2 Tilt protection Attach the appliance to a wall with the tilt protection. The tilt protection is included in the delivery. 5. Screw the tilt protection as shown onto the back of the appliance. 6. Bend the tilt protec- tion upwards by 90 °...

  • Page 20: Adjusting The Doors

    Delivery, transport and setting up 3.6.3 Adjusting the doors For appliances, it is possible to adjust doors that warp due to the floor conditions. In order to do so, every door has two adjuster screws at the top and at the bottom (Fig. 9). First, adjust the door at the top and then, if further adjustment is necessary, at the bottom as well.

  • Page 21: Putting Into Operation

    4.2 Fill up and connect the water tank Water specifications Only demineralised/deionised water with the following specifications may be used in Memmert appliances: ► Conductivity of 5 – 10 μS/cm ►...

  • Page 22: Co Connection

    Putting into operation Fig. 12 Tank holder Fig. 11 Water connection 4.3 CO connection Warning! Danger of explosion and poisoning when introducing gases/materials other than CO . Only carbon dioxide may be introduced into the ap- pliance through the gas connection on the rear of the appliance. Warning! Danger of suffocation.

  • Page 23: Switching On

    Putting into operation specification ► carbon dioxid 4.5 ► purity 99,995 Vol. % Attach the supplied pressure hose to the CO gas bottle (pressure regulator) and to the “CO2 In” connection on the rear of the appli- ance (see Fig. 13). Adjust the pressure regula- tor to 0.8 to 1.2 bar.

  • Page 24: Operation And Control

    Operation and control Operation and control Warning! Danger of suffocation. CO can have a suffocating effect in high con- centrations. In normal operation, the appliance emits small amounts of CO to its surroundings. You should therefore ensure that the room in which it is installed is properly ventilated. Always close the stop valve or pressure reducer on the gas bottle if the appliance is currently not in operation.

  • Page 25: Operating Personnel

    Operation and control 5.1 Operating personnel The appliance may only be operated by persons who are of legal age and have been instruct- ed accordingly. Personnel who are to be trained, instructed or who are undergoing general training may only work with the appliance under the continuous supervision of an experi- enced person.

  • Page 26: Loading The Appliance

    Operation and control 5.3 Loading the appliance Warning! When loading the appliance with an unsuitable load, poisonous or explosive vapours or gases may be produced. This could cause the appliance to explode, and people could be severely injured or poi- soned.

  • Page 27: Operating The Appliance

    Operation and control 5.4 Operating the appliance 5.4.1 ControlCOCKPIT In manual operation, the desired parameters are entered at the ControlCOCKPIT on the front of the appliance (Fig. 17 ). You can also make basic settings here (menu mode). Additionally, warning messages are displayed, e.g. if the temperature is exceeded. In programme mode, the parameters defined, the programme description, the programme segment currently active and programme duration remaining are displayed (for a more detailed description, see page 33).
  • Page 28 Operation and control 5.4.2 Basic operation In general, all settings are made according to the following pattern: 1. Activate the desired parameter (e.g. tem- TEMP TEMP perature). To do so, press the correspond- .4 °C ing activation key on the left or right of °C .5°C the respective display.
  • Page 29 Operation and control The status display shows you which operating mode or operating state the appliance is currently in. The current operating state is highlighted in colour and indicated by the text display:  Appliance is in programme mode 12.Sept.2012 13:44 ■...
  • Page 30 Operation and control Adjustment range: 0 to 10 % or 0 to 20 % in steps of 0.1% (de- pends on appliance size) 5.4.5 Operation with digital backwards counter with target time setting, adjustable from 1 minute to 99 days (Timer) In timer operation, you can adjust the time the appliance runs at the set value.

  • Page 31: Programme Mode

    Operation and control When the timer has elapsed, the display shows 00h:00m. All TIMER functions (heating etc.) are switched off. In addition, an acoustic alarm sounds, whICHCan be turned off by pressing the confirma- tion key. 13:30 23.11. To deactivate the timer, open the timer display by pressing the TIMER activation key again and then turning the turn control to reduce the timer setting until --:-- is displayed.
  • Page 32 Operation and control You cannot change any parameters (e.g. the temperature) at the appliance while a ALARM GRAPH programme is running. However, the displays can still be used. Cancelling a programme You can cancel an active programme at any Fr 20.10.2010 20:31 12.Sept.2012 10:44 time.

  • Page 33: Monitoring Function

    Operation and control 5.5 Monitoring function 5.5.1 Temperature monitoring The appliance is equipped with a multiple overtemperature protection in accordance with DIN 12 880. This serves to avoid damage to the chamber load and/or appliance in case of a malfunction: ►...
  • Page 34 Operation and control Electronic temperature monitoring ( TWW) The manually set monitoring temperature of the overtemperature control is monitored by an adjustable over/undertemperature controller (TWW) protection class 3.3 acc. to DIN 12 880. If the manually set monitoring temperature is exceeded, the TWW takes over temperature control and begins to regulate the monitoring temperature (Fig.
  • Page 35 Operation and control Automatic temperature monitor (ASF) ASF is a monitoring device that automatically follows the set temperature setpoint within an adjustable tolerance band (Fig. 20). The ASF – if switched on – is automatically activated as soon as the actual temperature value reaches 50 % of the set tolerance band of the setpoint (in the example: 50 °C ±...
  • Page 36 Operation and control 2. Save the selection by pressing the con- ALARM firmation key. The min setting (under- temperature protection) is automatically °C .0 °C activated. auto 3. By turning the turn control, adjust the ALARM desired lower alarm limit value, in the example on the right 35.5 °C.
  • Page 37 Operation and control 9. With the turn control, adjust the desired ALARM tolerance band, e.g. 2.0 K. We recommend a tolerance band of 1 to °C .5 °C 3 K. auto 10. Press the confirmation key to confirm. ALARM Temperature monitoring is now active. .5 °C .5 °C auto...
  • Page 38 Operation and control 4. By turning the turn control, adjust the ALARM desired lower alarm limit, in the example on the right 50 % rh. .0 %rh 5. Accept the selection by pressing the con- ALARM firmation key. The upper humidity alarm limit is automatically highlighted.
  • Page 39 Operation and control Setting CO monitoring 1. Press the activation key to the left of the ALARM display. The temperature moni- ALARM ALARM toring setting is automatically activated. 000°C .0 °C .0 °C auto 000°C auto off 2. Turn the turn control until the CO adjust- ALARM ment entry is selected.

  • Page 40: Graph

    Operation and control 5.6 Graph The GRAPH display provides an overview of the chronological sequence of the setpoint values and actual values for temperature, humidity and CO content as a curve. 5.6.1 Temperature profi le Press the activation key to the °C 12.09.2012 Fr 20.10.2010 20:34...

  • Page 41: Malfunctions, Warning And Error Messages

    Ob- serve the separate service manual for this. Do not try to rectify appliance errors yourself but contact the MEMMERT customer service department (see page 2) or an authorised service point. In case of enquiries, please always specify the model and appliance number on the nameplate (see page 13).
  • Page 42 Malfunctions, warning and error messages Description Cause Action Appliance does not heat The mechanical 1. Wait until the appliance up any more temperature lim- cools down. iter (TB) perma- 2. Reset the TB. To do so, nently switched press the red button on off heating.

  • Page 43: Malfunctions, Operating Problems And Appliance Errors

    Malfunctions, warning and error messages 6.1.3 CO monitoring Description Cause Action Alarm display upper CO Open the door for 30 sec. and alarm limit exceeded wait to see if the appliance then steadily adjusts to the setpoint. If the error occurs again, contact page 2 customer service.
  • Page 44 Malfunctions, warning and error messages Description Cause Action ► Error message AI E-3 in Temperature monitoring The appliance can the temperature display sensor defective. The oper- temporarily be ating sensor takes over the kept in service measurement function. ► TEMP Contact customer page 2 service as soon as...

  • Page 45: Power Failure

    Malfunctions, warning and error messages 6.3 Power failure In case of a power failure, the appliance operates as follows: In manual mode After power supply has been restored, operation is continued with the parameters set. The time and duration of the power failure are documented in the log memory. In timer or programme mode In case of an interruption of the power supply of less than 60 minutes, the current pro- gramme is continued from the point at which it was interrupted.

  • Page 46: Menu Mode

    Menu mode Menu mode In menu mode, you can make basic settings, load programmes and export protocols, as well as adjust appliance parameters. Caution: Before changing menu settings, read the description of the respective functions on the fol- lowing pages to avoid possible damage to the appliance and/or chamber load. To enter menu mode, press the MENU key.

  • Page 47: Basic Operation In Menu Mode Using The Example Of Language Selection

    Menu mode 7.2 Basic operation in menu mode using the example of language selection In general, all settings in menu mode are done just like in manual mode: Activate the re- spective display, use the turn control for setting and press the confirmation key to accept the change.

  • Page 48: Setup

    Menu mode All other settings can be made accordingly. The settings possible are described in the follow- ing sections. If no new values are entered or confirmed for approx. 30 seconds, the appliance automati- cally returns to the main menu and restores the former values. 7.3 Setup 7.3.1 Overview SETUP...
  • Page 49 Menu mode SETUP 1. Activate the display. The entry SETUP SETUP address is automatically highlighted. IP address 192. 168. 1 0 0 . 100 Balance Subnet mask 255. 255. 0 . 0 IP Adresse 192. 168. 1 0 0 . 100 Unit °C Einheit...

  • Page 50: Timer Mode

    Menu mode 7.3.4 Timer mode Here, you can choose whether the digital backwards counter with target time setting (see page 30) should run setpoint- IP address 255. 145. 1 3 6 . 225 dependent or not. This determines whether the timer should not Subnet mask 255.

  • Page 51: Remote Control

    Menu mode If humidity/room temperature are particularly high, it is possible that the factory setting for defrosting, 12 hours, is not sufficient. If this is the case, you should set a more frequent de- frosting interval, e.g. every 6 hours. Automatic defrosting is disabled with the setting .

  • Page 52: Date And Time

    Menu mode When the appliance is in remote control mode, the symbol appears in the temperature display. In the Write Write+Alarm settings + Read and , the appliance TEMP cannot be controlled at the ControlCOCKPIT until the remote control has been switched off (setting Off) or set to .2 °C Read Only In order to use the remote control function, program-...

  • Page 53: Calibration

    Menu mode Daylight 5. With the turn control, select the savings entry Date 12 . 05 . 2012 Time 12 : 00 Time zone GMT 00:00 Daylight savings 6. Accept the selection by pressing the confirmation key. The adjustment options Date 12 .
  • Page 54 Menu mode CAL 3 +1,6°C CAL 2 -0,4°C CAL 1 +0,5°C 10°C 0°C 20°C 30°C 40°C Fig. 28 Schematic example of temperature adjustment Example: Temperature deviation at 30 °C should be corrected. 1. Press the activation key to the right of JUSTIEREN Calibration CALIB...
  • Page 55 Menu mode 5. Set the calibration value to 0.0 K and ac- cept the setting by pressing the confirma- Cal1 tion key. 30.0 Cal2 40.0 Cal3 6. Position the sensor of a calibrated refer- ence instrument centrally in the appli- TEMP ance's working chamber.

  • Page 56: Humidity Calibration

    Menu mode 7.5.2 Humidity calibration Humidity control can be adjusted according to customer requirements by means of three freely selectable balance points. For each selected calibration point, a positive or negative compensation correction value between –10 % and +10 % can be set (Fig. 29). For humidity adjustment, you will need a calibrated reference measuring device.
  • Page 57 Menu mode JUSTIEREN 5. Save the setting by pressing the confir- mation key. The corresponding calibra- Temperature 10.0 Cal1 tion value is automatically highlighted. Humidity 60.0 Cal2 80.0 Cal3 6. Set the calibration value to 0.0 K and ac- cept the setting by pressing the confirma- Temperature 10.0 Cal1...
  • Page 58 Menu mode 7.5.3 CO calibration The CO control can be calibrated according to customer requirements by means of three freely selectable balance points. For each selected balance point, a positive or negative com- pensation correction value can be set (Fig. 30). For CO calibration, a calibrated CO measuring instrument is required.
  • Page 59 Menu mode JUSTIEREN 5. Save the setting by pressing the confir- mation key. The corresponding calibra- Temperature Cal1 %CO2 tion value is automatically selected. Humidity 10.0 Cal2 %CO2 15.0 Cal3 %CO2 6. Set the calibration value to 0.0 % and ac- cept the setting by pressing the confirma- Temperature Cal1...

  • Page 60: Program

    Menu mode 7.6 Program PROG In the display, programmes created using the AtmoCONTROL software can be trans- ferred to the appliance and saved on a USB storage medium. Here, programme to be used in manual mode can also be selected (see page 33) and programmes can be deleted. To load a programme from a USB stor- age medium: Connect the USB storage medium with the saved programme(s)

  • Page 61: Sound

    Menu mode 7.7 Sound Sound In the display, it can be define whether or not the appliance should emit acoustic signals and, if yes, on which events: ► on the press of a key ► at the end of a programme ►...

  • Page 62: Protocol

    Menu mode 7.8 Protocol The appliance continually logs all relevant measured values, settings and error messages at 1-minute intervals. The internal log memory is of the continuous memory type. The logging function cannot be switched off and is always active. The measured data are stored in the appliance, safe from manipulation.

  • Page 63: User-Id

    Menu mode 7.9 User-ID 7.9.1 Description With the User-ID function, you can lock the settings of individual (e.g. temperature) or all parameters, so that they cannot be changed at the appliance by accident or unauthorised persons. You can also lock setting options in menu mode (e.g. adjustment or date and time settings) this way.

  • Page 64: Maintenance And Servicing

    Maintenance and Servicing Maintenance and Servicing Warning! Danger due to electric shock. Before doing any maintenance work, pull out the mains plug. Warning! In case of appliances of a certain size, you can get accidentally locked in, which is life-threatening. Do not climb into the appliance! Caution! Danger of cuts due to sharp edges.

  • Page 65: Cooling Unit

    Maintenance and Servicing 8.2.4 Cooling unit In order to guarantee perfect function and a long lifetime of the refrigeration unit, it is abso- lutely essential to remove dust deposits from the condenser (with a vacuum cleaner, paint- brush or bottle brush, depending on the amount of dust). To do so, open the screws at the lower front cover (number varies depending on the appliance size) and remove the front cover (Fig.

  • Page 66: Storage And Disposal

    Storage and disposal Storage and disposal 9.1 Storage The appliance may only be stored under the following conditions: ► in a dry and enclosed, dust-free room ► frost-free ► disconnected from the power supply and gas supply Close the valve of the gas bottle and disconnect the gas bottle. Gas bottles may only be stored in closed rooms if these are sufficiently well ventilated.

  • Page 67: Index

    Index Index Accessories 15 Electrical connection 11 Maintenance 63 Accidents 9 Electrical equipment 11 Malfunctions 9, 41, 43 Activation key 28 Electronic temperature moni- Manufacturer 2 Alarm 33, 35, 37, 41 toring 34 Material 11 Ambient conditions 15 Emergency 9 Mechanical temperature Ambient temperature 15 Ending operation 40...
  • Page 68 Index Temperature profile 40 Temperature sensor 33 Safety regulations 6, 10 Unit 49 Tilt protection 19 Service 64 Unpacking 17 Time 50 Servicing 64 USB interface 12, 61 Timer 30 Setting parameters 47 User ID 62 Timer mode 50 Setting up 16, 18 Transport 16, 17 Setup 48 Transport damage 17...
  • Page 72 Climate chamber ICH-C D30393 | Date 12/2019 englisch Memmert GmbH + Co. KG Postfach 1720 | D-91107 Schwabach Tel. +49 9122 925-0 | Fax +49 9122 14585 E-Mail: sales@memmert.com facebook.com/memmert.family...

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