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The MVE Fusion® Freezer Series
Quick Reference User Manual
21205647 Rev-H

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  • Page 1 The MVE Fusion® Freezer Series Quick Reference User Manual 21205647 Rev-H...
  • Page 2 THE MVE FUSION® Freezer Quick Reference User Manual Intended Use & Indication for Use for Cryogenic Storage LIFE SCIENCE INTENDED USE STATEMENT STORAGE ONLY MVE F REEZERS ARE INTENDED FOR THE INDICATION OF PRESERVING HUMAN BIOLOGICAL PRODUCTS SAMPLES OR SPECIMENS...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Alarms and Descriptions..........................14 Preventative Maintenance (PM) ........................15 Notes: ..................................16 NOTE: The MVE Fusion Freezer should be installed by MVE Personnel or an authorized MVE Distributor per the MVE Fusion Freezer Technical Manual, PN 20994124. Please refer to your distributor for maintenance and information pertaining to maintenance.

  • Page 4: Safety And First Aid

    Fusion® Freezer is conformed to UL STD 61010-1 and certified to CSA STD ETL Listed Mark C22.2#61010-1. PLEASE READ BEFORE OPERATING THIS EQUIPMENT Liquid nitrogen (LN2) is used in the MVE Fusion Freezer as a refrigerant. Understanding and following certain safety precautions is extremely important when handling LN2 and cryogenic containers (Dewars).
  • Page 5 1.782 lbs/L, 807.4 g/L, 808.6 kg/m Liquid Nitrogen Safety Transferring LN2 and operating the MVE Fusion Freezer should be done in accordance with the manufacturer / supplier instructions. It is important that all safety precautions recommended by the manufacturer be followed.
  • Page 6 People transferring LN2 should make every effort to protect the eyes and skin from accidental contact with liquid or cold vapor. MVE recommends the following protective clothing and accessories when transferring LN2 or handling hoses, valves, and plumbing components: Recommended protective clothing □...

  • Page 7: Equipment Usage

    THE MVE FUSION® Freezer Quick Reference User Manual Equipment Usage Cryogenic containers must be operated in accordance with the manufacturer/supplier instructions. Cryogenic Dewars must be kept in a well-ventilated area protected from weather and away from heat sources. WARNING: Do not modify this equipment without authorization from the manufacturer.

  • Page 8: Fusion Display

    THE MVE FUSION® Freezer Quick Reference User Manual Fusion Display A Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) shows the value of all the current conditions including Freezer Temperature and LN2 level. The display also shows any current alarm conditions that may exist.

  • Page 9: Back Panel Connections

    THE MVE FUSION® Freezer Quick Reference User Manual Back Panel Connections Table 3: Back Panel Identification RTD Temperature Probe Connection 2 Global Alarm Contacts (These connections monitor All Alarms) 3 Service Serial Port 4 Service Serial Port 5 Input Power...

  • Page 10: Procedure For First Ln2 Fill

    MVE Fusion Freezer. NOTE: MVE strongly recommends users complete this step prior to filling. Begin by connecting one 230L cylinder full of cryogen (LN2) to the MVE Fusion Freezer inlet valve using the supplied transfer hose with the pressure relief cane oriented in the vertical position, so the pressure relief valve vents in the downward direction.
  • Page 11 Open the fill valve located at the rear of the Fusion® Freezer. Open the vent valve located at the rear of the MVE Fusion Freezer. This will allow LN2 to flow into the pressure vessel of the MVE Fusion Freezer. The vent valve will remain open until the MVE Fusion Freezer is filled with LN2.
  • Page 12 DO NOT TURN ON UNTIL ALL OF THE ABOVE STEPS HAVE BEEN COMPLETED. Once all the above steps have been completed, the MVE Fusion Freezer can be turned on by switching the main power switch to the ON position, followed by switching the BB Enable/Disable (backup battery) switch to the ON position.

  • Page 13: Calibration Of Temperature Probe

    The factory installed RTD temperature probe used on the MVE Fusion Freezer has been verified by MVE. This method provides a level of accuracy of +/-1.8°F (+/- 1°C) when operating at altitudes between 1000ft to 1500ft (305m to 457m). Should the RTD need to be recalibrated, please refer to the MVE Fusion Technical Manual for information on calibration methods and procedures.

  • Page 14: Alarms And Descriptions

    ELECTRONICS FAULT Issue with the Fusion’s electronics. NOTE: If any alarms occur, please contact your authorized MVE Distributor or Customer / Technical Service Please refer to your distributor for maintenance and information pertaining to maintenance. Additional technical information is available on the MVE website.

  • Page 15: Preventative Maintenance (Pm)

    PM Schedule This section describes the preventative maintenance that should be performed on the MVE Fusion freezer to ensure optimum operation and performance, as well as maximum service life. As with any technical piece of laboratory equipment, preventative maintenance is key to equipment success (see Table 3).

  • Page 16: Notes

    THE MVE FUSION® Freezer Quick Reference User Manual Notes:...

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