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LT FREEZERS
-45 °C / -86 °C
User Manual
Ref: UM_BMEVO_EN_rev0.7

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  • Page 1 LT FREEZERS -45 °C / -86 °C User Manual Ref: UM_BMEVO_EN_rev0.7...
  • Page 2 Please read carefully this manual before first use! This document has been prepared with the utmost care possible. However, Froilabo declines all responsibility in the event of errors or omissions. The same applies to any damage arising from the use of...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    ABLE DES MATIERES CERTIFICATE OF CONFORMITY ........................3 WARRANTY .............................. 4 GENERAL INFORMATIONS ........................5 INSTALLATION OF THE DEVICE ........................6 4.1 D ............................. 6 ELIVERY AND UNPACKING 4.2 S ..........................6 ETTING UP AND INSTALLATION 4.3 P ..............................7 OWER SUPPLY 4.4 T ............................
  • Page 4 7.12 ............................28 REEZER CLOSURE 7.13 ........................... 28 IR FILTER MAINTENANCE 7.14 ............................28 ATA RECORDING 7.15 ’ ....................29 XAMPLE OF TEMPERATURES DATA S SHAPING OPTIONS ..............................32 8.1 R ..............................32 EMOTE ALARM 8.2 CO .............................. 32 BACKUP 8.3 S ) ..................
  • Page 5 WARNING: GENERAL INFORMATION AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS It is necessary to strictly follow the instructions of use of this manual to ensure the proper functioning of the device or to exercise a possible resort to warranty. To use this manual : Read these instructions carefully before using the device for the first time.
  • Page 6 a certificate referred to in Article R543-76 of the French Environment Code or an equivalent certificate issued in one of the member states of the European Union.
  • Page 7: Certificate Of Conformity

    1. Certificate of conformity FROILABO SAS hereby certifies that the equipment listed below: Low temperatures freezers -45°C and Ultra Low temperatures freezers -86°C EVOLUTION (EVO) Comply with the applicable standards and technical directives: EN 61010-1 – Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement, control and laboratory use - Part •...
  • Page 8: Warranty

    2. Warranty Optimal performance will be achieved following correct installation and operating instructions provided in that manual. Froilabo SAS guarantees that the equipment will operate optimally in accordance with the conditions of installation and use set out of this manual.
  • Page 9: General Informations

    These persons must be capable to conduct an overall assessment of the potential risks. Please contact us if you have any questions regarding the use of the equipment or the instructions. Under no circumstances Froilabo may be held liable for the quality of material stored in the freezers.
  • Page 10: Installation Of The Device

    -80 ° C. Froilabo freezers are delivered on a pallet equipped with an unloading ramp. In fact, they do not require specific equipment to get off the pallet. Please refer to the handling and unpacking sheet attached to the device.
  • Page 11: Power Supply

    BM Evolution freezers are Class A devices within the meaning of the EMC Directive. In order to minimize energy consumption and reach announced performances, place the unit in a well-ventilated room, away from sources of heat (radiator, heating ...) and avoid direct exposure to the sun. Place it on a flat surface. It is essential for its proper functioning that the device is level.
  • Page 12 A calibrated foam is placed into the air intake tube to limit this phenomenon. Froilabo freezers are equipped with a heated pressure relief valve allowing a quick return to the ambient pressure inside...
  • Page 13: Technical Characteristices And Refrigeration System

    Heating door seal: Froilabo freezers are equipped with a heating door seal to prevent the formation of ice and thus maintain an optimal seal of the freezer.
  • Page 14 * Power consumed in regulation mode, all parts activated and stabilized, at 23 ° C in atmosphere and with empty cabinet. On an equivalent product, hydrocarbon (HC) gases allow a reduction in power consumption up to 25%, as the need of cooling. Refrigeration system: FREEZER MODEL BM340 BM515 BM690 Standard...
  • Page 15: Sample Storage

    The maximum permissible load for each sliding shelf or drawer must never be exceeded (75 kg). These devices are not explosion-proof. The internal surfaces of the freezer and its contents can be extremely cold (-86 ° C). Protect yourself accordingly (specially adapted gloves). BM340 BM515 BM690 Level 4...
  • Page 16: Sample Storage

    4. The compressor(s) and fan will start up. The freezer will make a sound. 5. Froilabo is displayed on the screen, then the internal temperature of the freezer. 6. Adjust the set point if necessary (Set to-45°C or -80°C by default, depending on model).
  • Page 17 Switch position (set back within freezer) Rear view On/Off switch Close-up view of the switch Note 1: the temperature in the freezer may rise if loaded with “hot” products. The high temperature alarm could trigger. Note 2: The On/Off switch only cuts off the internal 24V power supply requested by the processor and display. The freezer remains powered as long as the power cable is connected to the mains.
  • Page 18: First Contact With Your Freezer

    5. First contact with your freezer 5.1 M AIN SCREEN When the freezer is in use, the screen on the left is permanently displayed. Main display Temperature measured An envelope flashes when a new message is received. Biohazards or radioactivity symbols can be displayed at the top of this screen and can be activated in the user preference menu (section 5.6).
  • Page 19 Adjust the temperature setpoint protected by password (default 11111) Back to main screen...
  • Page 20: Alarms And Error Codes

    6. Alarms and error codes 6.1 B ATTERY BACK UP In the event of power outage, the buzzer, remote alarm and CO injection (optional) functions remain active, powered by a 24V backup battery supplied as standard. The temperature display is also maintained. Warning: the compressors are no longer powered and thus the freezer therefore does not cool.
  • Page 21 In this case, the screen displays the following warning (picture below) : It is possible to deactivate the sound, refers to the above section $6.3.
  • Page 22: General Use

    7. General Use 7.1 N UMERIC KEYPAD When it is necessary to key a numeric parameter, the below keypad is displayed. Numeric data entry Save the modification and return to the previous screen. Delete the last digit entered. Return to the previous menu without saving changes. 7.2 E NTERING A MESSAGE A text message, visible to all users, can be entered.
  • Page 23: Temperature Setpoint Adjustement And Password Modification

    7.3 T EMPERATURE SETPOINT ADJUSTEMENT AND PASSWORD MODIFICATION The temperature setpoint adjustment is accessible from the Home screen, by pressing the following pictogram. Entrer access code, by default 11111. Entrer access code. Validate. It is also possible to change the password: Activate the password modification •...
  • Page 24: Sample Location Menu

    Display of radiation risk warning: ON/OFF. Default value: OFF. When set to ON, the logo is displayed at the top of the screen. Return to previous menu 7.5 « S » AMPLE LOCATION MENU The main menu gives access to the three functions of samples location. This menu is an option. Once the option is activated, from the “Home screen”, access the “Location sample menu”...
  • Page 25 Select any other accessory one unit wide. Empty space. Exit the menu, recording the configuration. Erase the last item entered. The elementary location being configured is highlighted. Return to the previous menu without saving changes. Example after configuring the top three shelves: In blue: rack elements In pink: drawer elements The cursor is positioned on the next zone to be edited.
  • Page 26 Enter the sample identifier. Save and confirm the data entered. Select where the sample will be stored. Rack (blue) Drawer (pink). Select the drawer or rack by pressing the corresponding number. The selected drawer number is displayed in the location. Confirm the data.
  • Page 27: Product Information " Menu

    The corresponding storage area is highlighted. The drawer or rack number is shown in the centre. The sample record can be deleted. A confirmation is asked (YES/NO). 7.6 « P » RODUCT INFORMATION MENU From the “Home” screen, access to the “Product information” menu by pressing the following pictogram (on the right).
  • Page 28: Configuration " Menu

    Compressor usage rate: compressor operating time relative to the total operating time of the unit (e.g. 98%). Compressor usage time, in hours (e.g. 23). Number of door apertures, and average duration of the door aperture (e.g. 0min20sec). NB: During the last 24 hours, the data is up-dated every hour Electrical power consumption of the unit (e.g.
  • Page 29 Configuration Menu Top sensor offset (unused on those models) Bottom sensor offset Permits to change the temperature displayed by another measure. Let's get the value actually measured in stabilized conditions. Do not enter a temperature difference. Door open alarm delay (e.g. 00h00min30s). Low temperature alarm threshold.
  • Page 30: Factory " Menu

    If several freezers are installed on the same electrical network, the start-up time delay can be used to start the units in turn in order to avoid momentary overload. Start-up delay. Set the delay before the unit starts up. When the freezer is powered up, the first stage compressor will only start after this delay.
  • Page 31: Eco " Menu

    Door status sensor:  Green tick: door closed  Red cross: door open High level compressor control (H or CP2): State of power contact: ON/OFF Low level compressor control (L or CP1): State of power contact: ON/OFF Condenser fan control: State of power contact: ON/OFF Low battery information: ...
  • Page 32: Freezer Closure

    Mute button brings it back to the selected time before the next filter alarm This interval can be changed. It can only be performed by an authorized technician. Please contact the Froilabo Technical Department or your local distributor.
  • Page 33: Example Of Temperatures Datas Shaping

    XAMPLE OF TEMPERATURES DATA S SHAPING After collection of data from the freezer by using the USB key given by Froilabo, these data can be processed. Once data is transferred, the freezer memory is automatically cleaned. An example of shaping of these data is presented here, using Excel.
  • Page 34 For the shaping : Right click on the header of the column B and click on “Add” to add an empty column between time and temperature. In the first row of column B, enter the following formula : « =C2/10 » Copy the formula on all the column B (put the mouse at the bottom right of the cell, a “+”...
  • Page 35 Column A displays time. Column B displays temperature. Column C displays the eventual alarm code (0 meaning there is no alarm currently). Select columns A and B, click on “Insertion”, then in “Graph” and pick linear graph (presentation of the graph is up to the user). The graph displays with time on the x axis and temperature on the y axis.
  • Page 36: Options

    8. O PTIONS 8.1 R EMOTE ALARM The connection located at the rear (bottom left) of the unit can be used to connect a remote alarm. We highly recommend using the NC contact, which also enables an alarm to be transmitted if one of the wires is disconnected.
  • Page 37 To avoid potential asphyxiation of people in the room, CO detector must be used and an audible alarm is sounded when oxygen level too low. Froilabo can supply CO detectors. To order or install a CO detector on an existing system, please contact our customer service department.
  • Page 38: Slowing Down Temperature Rise ( Cryo - Accumulator )

    ¼” copper pipe + short nut + safety valve (part A) pre-assembled kit (tee piece + two male-female unions) (part B). 1. Check that the pre-assembled kit is covered with Teflon tape. 2. Screw the pre-assembled kit onto the solenoid valve, ensuring that the tee points upwards.
  • Page 39 4. Remove the chart. 5. Position the new disc, inserting it beneath the clips, and then tighten the knurled nut without forcing. 6. Put the pen back to the right position. Note: the chart is perfectly aligned with the axis. 1) Time setting Turn the disc support clockwise manually to the desired date and time.
  • Page 40: System Bss Oss

    4. After 40 hours (±1 hour), the regulator display stops. The compressors remain in continuous operation with no regulation, and the alarm indicator is not lit. The freezer can operate under the BoSS system for several days or weeks without any problem. However, Froilabo’s service department should be contacted to schedule a repair.
  • Page 41: Storage Elements

    9. S TORAGE ELEMENTS To facilitate storage in your freezer, an extensive range of storage elements is available: fixed shelves, sliding shelves, drawers, etc. For further information, please contact our sales department. Drawers Shelves Drawer unit (ELMP690) (ELE) (ELT)
  • Page 42: Maintenance And Service Contract

    AINTENANCE AND SERVICE CONTRACT 10.1 S AFETY RULES Before performing any servicing on the freezer, turn it off using the 24 V On/Off button and disconnect it from the mains. Cut off at the main fuse holder (on the electrical cabinet, accessible by dismantling the bottom right section. Remove the rack mounting system.
  • Page 43 Don't use decontamination products that may cause a danger due to the reaction with the components of the unit or the potential materials inside. If doubt about the cleaning product, please contact the after-sales service Froilabo. In case of cabinet contamination with dangerous biological or chemical materials, we recommend the decontamination of the interior with commercial products.
  • Page 44 Freezers must not be operated without filters. If the filter is not in place, an alarm will be raised until the filter is back in place. Froilabo strongly recommend disposing of the filter and replacing it with a clean one. It will protect users from potential contamination and reduce the risk of exposure.
  • Page 45: Long Stop Period

    Replace the recorder pen. Check the fan bearings. Depending on the type of service contract, Froilabo undertakes to respond within set lead times in the event of a failure. Please send an email to the after sales service with the maintenance contract demand.
  • Page 46 Power and control rack 10.5 D OOR BEARINGS Your Froilabo freezer is delivered with 2 extra door bearings. In case of intensive use of the freezer, this part may have to be replaced. When the bearing is damaged, it should be replaced with the...
  • Page 47: Safety

    AFETY 11.1 L IQUID BACKUP 1) Precautions for the use of CO Properties of CO Does not sustain life or combustion. Present in low concentrations (0.03%) in air. Makes the atmosphere unbreathable at concentrations exceeding 3%. Accelerates respiratory rate, induces faintness, vomiting, coma or even death.
  • Page 48: Liquid Nitrogen Backup

    2) Precautions regarding equipment Warning: cylinders are pressurised! Handle cylinders with care. Secure cylinders in place. Do not expose cylinders to excessive temperatures. Treat valves with care (operate gently, do not dismantle or lubricate valves). Ensure that hoses and pressure regulators are fit for use. Check the condition of gaskets and use original parts only.
  • Page 49 Risk of asphyxiation and loss of consciousness. An atmosphere with less than 16% oxygen is hazardous (nitrogen gas displaces oxygen in the air). Nitrogen gas builds up in low areas. Risk of frostbite. Risk of corrosion of steels in the presence of humidity. In closed vessels, the pressure can reach very high values (in the order of 700 bar) resulting in a risk of bursting.
  • Page 50 Users of the equipment, who are fully aware of the conditions of use and thus best placed to monitor the equipment, are solely responsible for proper use.
  • Page 51: Transportation And Waste Disposal

    RANSPORTATION AND WASTE DISPOSAL 12.1 T RANSPORTATION Do not tip the device. Preserve the device as much as possible from all vibrations. At least two people are needed to move the device. Protective gloves should always be worn! 12.2 W ASTE DISPOSAL Before disposing of the device, whatever the means, decontaminate the appliance.
  • Page 52: Contact

    ONTACT Headquarter FRANCE Mail: froilabo@froilabo.com Phone: +33 (0)4 78 04 75 75 Fax: +33 (0)4 78 93 08 24 PARIS agency Mail: froilabo.paris@froilabo.com Phone: +33 (0)1 60 95 15 65 Fax: +33 (0)1 60 37 41 78 Export department Mail: export@froilabo.com...
  • Page 53: Maintenance Contract

     CO back up  LN back up  Number of devices: _______________________________________________________________________________________  Number of visits desired per year: _________________________________________________________________________ Do you already have a FROILABO maintenance contract? If yes, n° of contract: ______________________________________________________________________________________________ To return by mail at service@froilabo.com...
  • Page 54 CONTACT US FROILABO HEADQUARTERS 5 avenue Lionel Terray 69330 Meyzieu FRANCE Tél: +33 (0)4 78 04 75 75 Fax: +33 (0)4 78 93 08 24 PARIS AGENCY 8 Rue de Lamirault 77090 Collegien FRANCE Tél : +33 (0)1 60 95 15 65...

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