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Refrigerator Operation Manual i.Series and Horizon Series™ ® Model Group i.Series Horizon Series Blood Bank iB111 (Version D) HB111 (Version D) iB120, iB125, iB245, iB256 (Version D) HB120, HB125, HB245, HB256 (Version D) Laboratory iLR111 (Version D) HLR111 (Version D)
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Helmer Scientific. Helmer Scientific assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors or inaccuracies that may appear in the informational content contained in this material. For the purpose of clarity, Helmer Scientific considers only the most recent revision of this document to be valid.
Return Authorization Number. General Recommendations Intended Use Helmer refrigerators are intended for the storage of blood products and other medical and scientific products. General Use Allow refrigerator to come to room temperature before switching power on.
General Information Operating Standards These units are designed to operate under the following environmental conditions: ► Indoor use only ► Altitude (maximum): 2000 m ► Ambient temperature range: 15 °C to 32 °C ► Relative humidity (maximum for ambient temperature): 80% for temperatures up to 31 °C, decreasing linearly to 50% at 40 °C ► Temperature control range: 2 °C to 10 °C 4.1...
549 lbs 823 lbs 866 lbs 159 kg 237 kg 250 kg 374 kg 393 kg NOTE Maximum load per drawer is 100 lbs (46 kg). 4.2.2 Size i.Series Horizon Series Model Width Height Depth Width Height Depth 24” 34” 28.5”...
General Information Regulatory Compliance This device complies with the requirements of directive 93/42/EEC concerning Medical Devices, as amended by 2007/47/EC. 0086 Sound level is less than 70 dB(A). Emergo Europe Molenstraat 15 2513 BH The Hague, Netherlands WEEE Compliance The WEEE (waste electrical and electronic equipment) symbol (right) indicates compliance with European Union Directive WEEE 2002/96/EC and applicable provisions.
Ensure all casters are unlocked and doors are closed. Roll refrigerator into place and lock casters. Ensure refrigerator is level. NOTE Helmer recommends the use of leveling feet. 6.2 Temperature Probes For each probe bottle, use: ► 4 oz. (120 mL) of product simulation solution (10:1 ratio of water to glycerin).
General Information Chart Recorder Chart recorder with paper and battery installed. Label Description Function Left and Right Arrow Adjust settings and stylus position buttons Indicates status of chart recorder in operating mode, or selected temperature range in paper change mode Chart change button Adjust position of stylus when changing chart paper, or run a test pattern Stylus Mark temperature line on paper...
Models Section II: i.Series Models ® Operation Initial Start Up Plug the power cord into a grounded outlet that meets the electrical requirements on the product specification label. Switch AC ON/OFF switch ON. Switch backup battery switch ON. NOTE ► For models equipped with the optional Access Control, the backup battery is switched...
Models 7.3 Set Alarm Parameters Control the conditions and timing of alarm condition indicators displayed on the i.C³ Home screen. Touch + or – on spin box to set > > Alarm Settings each parameter. 7.4 Normal Operation The i.C³ Home screen displays temperature and alarm information, and provides icons for reaching other functions of the i.C³.
Models Mute and Disable Active Alarms Audible alarms may be muted by touching the Mute button to set delay. Unmuted Muted Light Operation Access Control (Optional) Allows user-specific secure access to the refrigerator. NOTE ► During a power failure, the optional Access Control lock will remain locked until battery power is depleted or until the backup battery key switch is switched OFF.
Models NOTE The supervisor PIN cannot be deleted, and should be changed to prevent unauthorized user ID setup. The supervisor PIN does not allow access to the unit. At least one user ID must be set up to gain access to the unit.
NOTE or higher. Some exceptions may exist. For confirmation on your unit, please contact Helmer Technical Service. ► Units that do not include the minimum and maximum recording feature will not display .C or .F when entering the program mode.
Horizon Series™ Models View minimum temperature recording. Press and hold the Down Arrow button for 1 second and listen for a single beep. The display will alternate between LO and a valid temperature value five (5) times followed by a single beep to indicate exit back to the temperature display.
Down Arrow to select the desired value. Release SET button. The new setting is saved. Press and hold the Up and Down Arrows simultaneously for 3 seconds to exit program mode. NOTE Contact Helmer Technical Service for setting Hysteresis values. 9.5.2 Set Temperature Units NOTE If temperature units are changed, the temperature setpoints, offsets and alarm settings must be recalibrated.
► Value is factory-set to match a calibrated reference thermometer. ► Adjust if LED Display is not showing the cabinet temperature at the setpoint ±0.3°C. NOTICE Control Sensor Offset is factory-preset and should not be changed. Contact Helmer Technical Service for instructions regarding changing the Control Sensor Offset. 9.6.3 Hysteresis ► Allowable temperature variance above or below the refrigerator setpoint.
Horizon Series™ Models 9.10 Light Operation The light switch is located on the monitoring and control panel and controls the light within the chamber. 9.11 Access Control (Optional) Access Control provides user-specific secure access to the refrigerator. NOTE ► During a power failure, the optional Access Control lock will remain locked until battery power is depleted or until the backup battery key switch is switched OFF.
Access Control lock (if equipped). If the backup battery is not functioning, the optional Access Control lock will not secure the door. ► i.Series: If rechargeable battery has been in service for two years, replace battery. ► Horizon Series: If monitoring system battery has been in service for one year, replace battery.
Appendix B Appendix B: i.Series Components ® Front and Chamber Chamber and front features (iLR120 model shown). Label Description Door lock i.C³ control USB port Upper probe bottle Unit cooler with fan guard Shelf Lower probe bottle (excluding 111 models)
Appendix B Access Control Option Access Control features (iB120 model shown). Label Description Magnetic lock Backup battery key switch Rear Rear features (iB111 model shown). Label Description Condenser grill Drain line Product specification label Power cord Condensate evaporator Water evaporation tray Remote alarm interface RJ-45 Ethernet port USB port...
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Appendix B Top features (i.Series model shown). Label Description Condenser Compressor Monitor backup battery Access port (number and location vary by model) 360126-D/C...
Appendix C Appendix C: Horizon Series™ Components Front and Chamber Chamber and front refrigerator features (HB120 model shown). Label Description Horizon temperature monitor and control Chart recorder (standard on blood bank models, optional on laboratory and pharmacy models) Door lock Unit cooler (evaporator) with fan guard Upper probe bottle Drawer...
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Appendix C Access Control Option Access Control features (HB120 model shown). Label Description Keypad Magnetic lock Backup battery key switch Backup battery Rear Rear features (HB111 model shown). Label Description Condenser grill Drain line Product specification label Power cord Condensate evaporator Water evaporation tray Remote alarm interface Main power switch...
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Appendix C Top features (Horizon Series model shown). Label Description Condenser Compressor Backup battery Access port (number and location vary by model) END OF MANUAL 360126-D/C...
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