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Congratulations! You have made an excellent choice. JULABO thanks you for the trust you have placed in us. This operating manual has been designed to help you gain an understanding of the operation and possible applications of our circulators. For optimal utilization of all functions, we recommend that you thoroughly study this manual prior to beginning operation.
MULTI-DISPLAY, as well as low liquid level protection. Operator responsibility – Safety instructions The products of JULABO ensure safe operation when installed, operated, and maintained according to common safety regulations. This section explains the potential dangers that may arise when operating the recirculating coolers and also specifies the most important safety...
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Tel. +49 (0) 7823 / 51-0 info@julabo.de Contact: Eisenbahnstraße 45 Fax +49 (0) 7823 / 24 91 www.julabo.de 77960 Seelbach / Germany Safety recommendations for the operator You received a product conceived for industrial use. Nevertheless, avoid strikes to the housing, vibrations, damages to the keypad foil (keys, display) or contamination.
Operator responsibility – Safety instructions (safety data sheets). Only use the unit in well ventilated areas. The recirculating coolers are not for use in explosive atmosphere When using hazardous materials or materials that could become hazardous, the operator must affix the enclosed safety labels (1 + 2) to the front of the unit so they are highly visible: Warning label W00: Colors: yellow, black Danger area.
24 months, limited to a maximum of 10 000 working hours. To apply for this extended warranty the user must register the unit on the JULABO web site www.julabo.de, indicating the serial no. The extended warranty will apply from the date of JULABO Labortechnik GmbH’s original invoice.
Operator responsibility – Safety instructions 2.4. Technical specifications FC(W)600 FC(W)600S Working temperature range °C -20 ... 80 -10 ... 80 Cooling capacity °C (water-glycol) 0.21 Refrigerant R134a Heater capacity Pump capacity: Pressure max. 7.25 17.4 Flow rate max. 20 / 14 22 / 15 with tubing connections mm dia...
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Recirculating coolers FCW1600 FCW1600S Working temperature range °C -20 ... 80 -15 ... 80 Cooling capacity °C (water-glycol) 1.65 1.0 0.47 1.55 0.9 0.36 Refrigerant R134a Heater capacity Pump capacity: Pressure max. Flow rate max. l/min 20 / 14 22 / 15 mm ∅...
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Operator responsibility – Safety instructions Safety installations (adjustable via LED): High temperature protection °C -25 ... 85 Low temperature protection °C -25 ... 85 Low liquid level protection float switch Classification according to DIN 12876-1 Overload protection for pump motor contactor Overload protection for cooling compressorcontactor Alarm signal...
Recirculating coolers 2.5. Cooling water connection Only for water cooled models - FCW: Cooling water pressure (IN / OUT ) max. 6 bar Difference pressure (IN - OUT ) 3.5 to 6 bar Cooling water temperature <20 °C Recommended quality of cooling water: pH –...
Safety notes for the user Safety notes for the user 3.1. Explanation of safety notes In addition to the safety warnings listed above, warnings are posted throughout the manual. These warnings are designated by an exclamation mark inside an equilateral triangle. “Warning of a dangerous situation (Attention! Please follow the documentation).”...
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Recirculating coolers • Make sure you read and understand all instructions and safety precautions listed in this manual before installing or operating your unit. • Never operate the unit without bath fluid in the bath. • Do not drain the bath fluid while it is hot or cold! Check the temperature of the bath fluid prior to draining (by switching the unit on for a short moment for example).
Operating controls and functional elements Operating controls and functional elements Mains power switch, illuminated Filling funnel Drain tubing Drain tap Filling level indication Pump pressure gauge MULTI-Display temperature indication (LED 1 + LED 2) Indicator lights Alarm Temp. = Keypad control mode Control Heating = Remote control mode...
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Recirculating coolers Keys for actual values (LED 1) Key - Indication of feed temperature Key - Indication of return temperature Key - Indication of safety temperature The "MENUE" key is not required for normal operating The keys "EXT" and "SPEC" are not required for this model version.
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Operating controls and functional elements Rear 12.1 Pump connector: Feed 12.2 Pump connector: Return Overflow port for bath tank Connectors for solenoid valves Mains power cable with plug 16.2 16.1 12.1 12.2 Only for water cooled models: 16.1 Cooling water OUTLET 16.2 Cooling water INLET...
Recirculating coolers Operation 5.1. Preparations • Place the unit in an upright position. • The place of installation should be large enough and provide sufficient air ventilation to ensure the room does not warm up excessively because of the heat the 12.1 12.2 instrument rejects to the environment.
Operation Notice: Cooling water circuit Risk of oil leaking from the cooling circuit (compressor) of the recirculating cooler into the cooling water in case of a fault in the circuit! Observe the laws and regulations of the water distribution company valid in the location where the unit is operated.
Bath fluids Caution: No liability for use of other bath liquids! Please contact JULABO before using other than recommended bath fluids. JULABO takes no responsibility for damages caused by the selection of an unsuitable bath fluid Do not use alcohols. Water: The quality of water depends on local conditions.
Operation 5.5. Power connection Caution: • Only connect the unit to a power socket with earthing contact (PE – protective earth)! We disclaim all liability for damage caused by incorrect line voltages! • The power supply plug serves as safe disconnecting device from the line and must be always easily accessible.
Recirculating coolers 5.7. Draining Notice: Do not drain the bath fluid while it is hot or cold! Check the temperature of the bath fluid prior to draining (by switching the unit on for a short moment, for example). Store and dispose of the used bath fluid according to the environmental protection laws.
Manual operation Manual operation 6.1. Switching on Turn on the mains power switch (1.). An illuminated switch indicates the unit is on. The unit performs a self-test. All segments of the ACTUAL 4-digit MULTI-DISPLAY (LED 1 + LED 2) and all indicator lights will illuminate.
6.2.1. Automatic / non-automatic start mode NOTE: The recirculating cooler has been configured and supplied by JULABO according to N.A.M.U.R. recommendations. This means for the start mode, that the unit must enter a safe operating state after a power failure (non-automatic start mode). This safe operating state is indicated by „OFF“...
Manual operation 6.3. Setting the setpoint temperatures Set the setpoints before or after starting the unit. Press the setpoint keys (E, F, G, H) to set a value and press the Enter key to store the value. The values will stay in memory when the recirculating cooler is powered down.
Recirculating coolers 6.3.2. Setting the control ratio for feed/return flow temperature In respect to the values for feed and return temperature -0.5°C +0.5°C and the factor set with the key "H" an almost constant temperature value may be maintained in the external system.
Manual operation 6.3.3. Setting the safety temperatures This safety function is independent of the control circuit. Press the desired setpoint key (F, G). Follow the instructions under section 6.3.1. page 24 Recommendation: Set the high temperature limit at least 5 K above the actual bath temperature.
Recirculating coolers 6.4. PID control parameters For internal and external control two separate parameter sets are available. The PID control parameters can be adapted to the requirements of the controlled member. The values are preserved after switching off the recirculating cooler. •...
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Manual operation Optimization instructions for the PID control parameters: The heat-up curve reveals inappropriate control settings optimum setting Inappropriate settings may produce the following heat-up curves: Xp too low Tv/Tn too low Tv too high...
Recirculating coolers Trouble shooting guide Whenever the microprocessor electronics registers a failure, an alarm is triggered and a complete shutdown is performed. The alarm light illuminates and an audible signal is triggered. An error message appears on the MULTI- DISPLAY (LED 2). ACTUAL Internal error High temperature alarm...
Electrical connections 7.1. Other error messages Incorrect/invalid entry. Value too small or too large, or ACTUAL function not available. Under menu item E _ Sb the parameter is set to 1, and the connection between Pin 2 and Pin 3 of the stand- by connector is interrupted (see page 30).
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Recirculating coolers Serial interface (K) This interface is a 9-pole connector: Pin 2 RxD Receive Data Pin 3 TxD Transmit Data Pin 5 Gnd Pin 7 RTS Request to send Pin 8 CTS Clear to send Interface correspondence: ⏐ Circulator Computer Circulator Computer...
Remote control Remote control 9.1. Communication with a PC or data system For remote control, under the menu item OP (Operating ACTUAL mode) set the parameter to 1. The message "rOFF" appears on the display. In general, the computer (master) sends commands to the recirculating cooler (slave).
Recirculating coolers 9.2. List of commands Command Parameter Response of recirculating cooler version Number of software version status Status message (see below) out_mode_04 Set control mode via PC out_mode_04 Set control mode via programmer input (O) in_mode_04 Ask for actual control mode out_mode_05 Stop the recirculating cooler = rOFF out_mode_05...
Recirculating coolers 10. Menu functions Set the parameters for the recirculating cooler via the configuration or calibration level. 10.1. Selecting/exiting the configuration level Simultaneously press the "MENUE" key (4.2) + 1x the edit key " " to select the configuration level + 1x the edit key "...
Menu functions 10.3. Adjustable parameters Set the parameters for the following menu items in the configuration level: OP - Operating mode ACTUAL = Keypad control = Remote control via RS 232 HAnd - Handshake of the serial interface ACTUAL = XOn/XOff, software handshake = RTS/CTS, hardware handshake * PAr - Parity bits of the serial interface ACTUAL...
The recirculating cooler is designed for continuous operation under normal conditions. Periodic maintenance is not required. The tank should be filled only with a bath fluid recommended by JULABO. To avoid contamination, it is essential to change the bath fluid from time to time.
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