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1. number and the revision date listed on the front cover Thermo Scientific Immersion Coolers have a warranty against defective parts and workmanship for 24 months from date of shipment See back page of this manual for more details Retain all cartons and packing material until the cooler is operated and found to be in good condition If the cooler shows external or internal damage contact the transportation company and file a damage claim Under ICC regulations this is your responsibility Take into account its weight when unpacking and transporting We recommend two people lift the cooler NOTE Leave coolers in an upright position at room temperature 25 C for 24 hours before starting This will ensure the lubrication oil has drained back into the compressor amp Thermo Scientific Safety Warnings A DANGER 91 Thermo Scientific Section 1 Safety Make sure you read and understand all instructions and safety precautions listed in this manual before installing or operating your cooler If you have any questions concerning the operation of your cooler or the information in this manual please contact us See inside cover for contact information DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided wz result in death or serious injury WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided cou d result in death or serious injury CAUTION indicates a potentially hazar2. Ventilation The cooler requires clean air for proper operation Air enters from the front and exits through the rear Electrical The cooler construction provides protection against the risk of Requirements electrical shock by grounding appropriate metal parts The protection A DANGER will not function unless the power cord is connected to a properly grounded outlet It is the user s responsibility to assure a proper ground connection is provided A The cooler is intended fot use on a dedicated outlet The cooler s power cord is the electrical disconnecting device it must be easily accessible at all times A Operate the cooler using only the supplied line cords never operate equipment with damaged cords A Refer to the nameplate on the rear of the cooler for specific electrical requirements Voltage range deviations of 10 are permissible The outlet must be rated as suitable for the total power consumption of the cooler Ensure the electrical cords do not come in contact with the evaporator coil or hose A Thermo Scientific 3 1 Section 3 Installation Fluid Considerations CAUTION Approved Fluids 3 2 Only use the approved fluids listed below Never use corrosive or flammable fluids with this cooler A Handle and dispose all liquids in accordance with the fluid manufacturers specification and or the MSDS for the fluid used A Fisher Scientific takes no responsibility for damages caused by the selection o
3. 5 C for 24 hours before starting This will ensure the lubrication oil has drained back into the compressor A Immerse the cooling coil evaporator of the cooler into a suitable bath vessel The coil must be completely covered with liquid otherwise ice will form To start the cooler place the circuit protector located on the front of the cooler to the I position Once the unit is turned on the refrigeration system will reduce the tem perature of the cooling fluid in the work area to the lowest achievable temperature under the existing heat load conditions For best results we recommend stirring or agitation in the work area When not stirred cooling capacities will be reduced and the work area will show temperature layering with the coldest most dense zone at the bottom To stop the cooler place the circuit protector located on the front of the cooler to the O position When the unit is shut off wait approximately five minutes before restart ing This allows time for the refrigeration pressures to equalize If the pressures are not allowed to equalize the compressor will short cycle clicking sound and no cooling will occur Section 3 Installation 3 4 Shipment Storage Decommissioning Disposal Do not store the cooler below 20 C and lt 80 relative humidity Decommissioning prepares equipment for safe and secure transportation Decommissioning must be performed only by qualified dealer using certifie
4. Laborator Equipment S C E N T F Newington NH 03801 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Manufacturer Thermo Fisher Scientific C 4 Address 25 Nimble Hill Road Newington NH USA 03801 Year of inception 2013 Products EK Immersion Coolers We declare that the following products conform to the Directives and Standards listed below Thermo Fisher Scientific EK models 20 30 45 and 90 All rated 1 115 Volts 60 Hz or 2 208 230 Volts 60 Hz or 3 230 Volts 50 Hz Equipment Class Measurement control and laboratory Directives and Standards 2004 108 Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC Directive EN 61326 1 2006 Electrical Equipment For Measurement Control And Laboratory Use EMC Requirements EMC Class A 2006 95 EC Low Voltage Directive LVD EN 61010 1 2010 Safety Requirements For Electrical Equipment For Measurement Control And Laboratory Use General Requirements 2011 65 EU Restriction of the Use of Certain Hazardous Substances In Electrical and Electronic Equipment ROHSD EN 50581 2012 Technical documentation for the assessment of electrical and electronic products with respect to the restriction of hazardous substances Manufacturer s Authorized Representative Date 2 Mark Sinclair Director of Engineering 17 Dec 2014 D of 097025 1 Form 094233 P DWG 097025 REV 14 Sept 11 Preface WEEE Compl lance This product is required to comply with the E
5. TIES EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO WARRANTIES OR MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FORA PARTICULAR PURPOSE OUR OBLIGATION UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS STRICTLY AND EXCLUSIVELY LIMITED TO THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF DEFECTIVE COMPONENT PARTS AND Thermo Fisher Scientific DOES NOT ASSUME OR AUTHORIZE ANYONE TO ASSUME FOR IT ANY OTHER OBLIGATION Thermo Fisher ScientificASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR INCIDENTAL CONSEQUENTIAL OR OTHER DAMAGES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOSS OR DAMAGE TO PROPERTY LOSS OF PROFITS OR REVENUE LOSS OF THE PRODUCT LOSS OF TIME OR INCONVENIENCE This warranty applies to products sold by Thermo Fisher Scientific Refer to the warranty for prod ucts sold by the affiliated marketing company of Thermo Fisher Scientific for any additional terms This warranty and all matters arising pursuant to it shall be governed by the law of the State of New Hampshire United States All legal actions brought in relation hereto shall be filed in the appropriate state or federal courts in New Hampshire unless waived by Thermo Fisher Scientific Thermo Fisher Scientific 81 Wyman Street P O Box 9046 Waltham Massachusetts 02454 9046 United States www thermofisher com
6. Thermo Scientific EK20 EK30 Immersion Coolers Thermo Scientific Manual P N U01183 Rev 12 17 14 Installation Operation Visit our Web site at http www thermoscientific com tc Product Service Information Applications Notes MSDS Forms e mail Voice Info 800 258 0830 Thermo Part of Thermo Fisher Sc antiflo SCIENTIFIC Thermo Scientific EK20 EK30 Immersion Coolers Thermo Scientific Manual P N U01183 Rev 12 17 2014 Installation Operation Visit our Web site at http www thermoscientific com tc Product Service Information Applications Notes MSDS Forms e mail Voice Info 800 258 0830 Thermo Fisher Scientific 25 Nimble Hill Road Newington NH 03801 Tel 800 258 0830 or 603 436 9444 Fax 603 436 8411 www thermoscientific com tc Statement of Copyright Sales Service and Customer Support 25 Nimble Hill Road Newington NH 03801 Tel 800 258 0830 Sales 8 00 am to 5 00 pm Service and Support 8 00 am to 6 00 pm Monday through Friday Eastern Time Fax 603 436 8411 setvice tc us thermofisher com Dieselstrasse 4 D 76227 Karlsruhe Germany Tel 49 0 721 4094 444 Fax 49 0 721 4094 300 info tc de thermofisher com Building 6 No 27 Xin Jingiao Rd Shanghai 201206 Tel 86 21 68654588 Fax 86 21 64457830 info china thermofishet com Copyright 2014 Thermo Fisher Scientific All rights reserved This manual is copyrighted by Thermo Fisher Sc
7. ad is being turned on and off or rapidly changing Cooler shuts down Ensure the citcuit protector is in the on 1 position Make sure supply voltage is connected and matches the cooler s nameplate rating 10 When the unit is shut off wait approximately five minutes before restarting This allows time for the refrigeration pressures to equalize If the pressures are not allowed to equalize the compressor will short cycle Please contact Thermo Fisher Scientific Sales Service and Customer Support if you need any additional information see inside cover for contact instructions Thermo Scientific 4 1 WARRANTY Thermo Fisher Scientific warrants for 24 months from date of shipment any Thermo Scientific product according to the following terms Any part of the product manufactured or supplied by Thermo Fisher Scientific and found in the rea sonable judgment of Thermo Fisher to be defective in material or workmanship will be repaired at an authorized Thermo Fisher Repair Depot without charge for parts or labor The product including any defective part must be returned to an authorized Thermo Fisher Repair Depot within the warranty period The expense of returning the product to the authorized Thermo Fisher Repair Depot for war ranty service will be paid for by the buyer Our responsibility in respect to warranty claims is limited to performing the required repairs or replacements and no claim of breach of warranty shall be cause for can
8. atures which can be reached using these coolers respective cooling down times and temperature accuracy depend on the following factors the volume of heat transfer liquid the type of heat transfer liquid and it s viscosity at the desired temperature the bath vessel and covering insulation the heat created by units immersed in the bath used to recirculate the heat transfer liquid 2 The cooling capacity is reduced at ambient temperatures of gt 30 C 3 1 meter from unit 4 Never bend the probe when it is cold 5 Nominal values 10 e Thermo Fisher Scientific reserves the right to change specifications without notice 2 2 Thermo Scientific Section 2 General Information Front View Rear View Connection Hose 1 5 meters Circuit Protector Circuit protector Ventilation Grid Suction Side LLL LL LL L L L L LLLLLLLLLL L L L Evaporator Coil EK20 EK30 115V coolers have only one circuit protector Thermo Scientific 2 3 Section 2 General Information Thermo Scientific Section 3 Installation The immersion circulator is designed for continuous operation and for indoor use Never place the cooler in a location where excessive heat moisture inadequate ventilation or corrosive materials are present A Leave coolers in an upright position at room temperature 25 C for 24 hours before starting This will ensure the lubrication oil has drained back into the compressor A
9. cellation or recision of the contract of sales of any product With respect to products that qualify for field service repairs Thermo Fisher Scientific s responsibility is limited to the component parts necessary for the repair and the labor that is required on site to perform the repair Any travel labor or mileage charges are the financial responsibility of the buyer The buyer shall be responsible for any evaluation or warranty service call including labor charges if no defects are found with the Thermo Scientific product This warranty does not cover any product that has been subject to misuse neglect or accident This warranty does not apply to any damage to the product that is the result of improper installation or maintenance or to any product that has been operated or maintained in any way contrary to the op erating or maintenance instructions specified in this Instruction and Operation Manual This warranty does not cover any product that has been altered or modified so as to change its intended use In addition this warranty does not extend to repairs made by the use of parts accessories or fluids which are either incompatible with the productor adversely affect its operation performance or durability Thermo Fisher Scientific reserves the right to change or improve the design of any product without assuming any obligation to modify any product previously manufactured THE FOREGOING EXPRESS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRAN
10. d equipment All prevailing regulations must be followed Consider decommissioning the cooler when It fails to maintain desired specifications e Itno longer meets safety standards e beyond repair for its age and worth Refrigerant and compressor oil must be recovered from equipment before disposal Direct questions about cooler decommissioning or disposal to our Sales Service and Customer Support Handle and dispose fluids in accordance with the manufacturers specification and or the MSDS for the material used A Thermo Scientific Cleaning Evaporator Coil Condenser Fluid Maintenance Thermo Scientific Section 4 Preventive Maintenance Disconnect the power cord prior to performing any maintenance A Handle the cooler with care Sudden jolts or drops can damage its components A There are no user serviceable components within the cooler s cabinet Only Thermo Fisher should provide any required replacement parts Clean the cooler s surface with a soft cloth and warm water only Quickly remove substances containing acidic or alkaline substances and metal shavings They will harm the surfaces and could cause corrosion For proper operation the cooler needs to pull air through a condenser A build up of dust or debris on the fins of the condenser will lead to a loss of cooling capacity Use a brush or if necessary compressed ait to clean the condenser fins The frequency of cleaning depends on the
11. d for baths with a depth of at least 200 mm It is capable of temperatures as low as 30 C in a 5 liter Dewar vessel Thermo Scientific 2 1 Section 2 General Information Specifications Equipment Ratings Working Temperature Range Ambient Temperature Range Maximum Relative Humidity Non Condensing Operating Altitude Pollution Degree Overvoltage Category Degree of Protection Sound Level Cooling Capacity at 20 at 10 C Compressor Cooling Refrigerant Hose Length Cooling Coil x L Cooler Dimensions H x W x D Evaporator Material Nominal Weight kg lb Electrical Requirements Total Maximum Wattage Rear Panel Fuse Values 115V 230V EK20 20 C to 150 C 4 F to 302 F 10 C to 40 C 50 F to 104 F 80 31 C to 50 40 C Sea Level to 2000 meters 6560 feet 2 II IP20 less than 58 dBA 300 watts 150 watts Air R134A 3 9 ounces 150 cm 81 x145 mm 380 x 225 x 465 mm 300 Series Stainless Steel 25 0 55 1 230V 50Hz or 115V 60Hz ADOVA 1x 2x 5A EK30 30 C to 150 C 22 F to 302 F 10 C to 40 C 50 F to 104 F 80 31 C to 50 40 C Sea Level to 2000 meters 6560 feet 2 II IP20 less than 58 dBA 400 watts 250 watts Air R134A 3 9 ounces 150 cm 13 x 900 mm 380 x 225 x 465 mm 300 Series Stainless Steel 26 0 57 3 230V 50Hz or 115V 60Hz 600VA 1x 10 2x 5A 1 The lowest temper
12. dous situation which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury It is also be used to alert against unsafe practices The lightning flash with arrow symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of non insulated dangerous voltage within the cooler s enclosure The voltage magnitude is significant enough to constitute a risk of electrical shock This label indicates read the manual NOTE The cooler s equipment design incorporates a complete sheet metal enclosure for personnel protection from mechanical and electrical hazards A Observe all warning labels Never remove warning labels A Use the cooler solely for the intended application Do not operated in rooms used for medical purposes and or in the vicinity of patients A The cooler construction provides protection against the risk of electrical shock by grounding appropriate metal parts The protection will not function unless the power cord is connected to a properly grounded outlet It is the user s responsibility to assure a proper ground connection is provided A Operate the cooler using only the supplied line cords never operate equipment with damaged cords A Ensure all electrical connections are made prior to starting the cooler A Section 1 Safety Personal Protective Equipment Training Always turn the cooler off and disconnect the supply voltage from its power source before moving performing any service o
13. f an unsuitable fluid Unsuitable bath fluids are fluids which are very highly viscous much higher than 30 mPas at the respective working temperature or have corrosive characteristics Ot For fluid selection consider application requirements operating temperature range material compatibility safety concerns and environmental issues 10 C to 40 C 50 50 Water with Laboratory Grade Ethylene Glycol Below 5 C water has to be mixed with a glycol The amount of glycol added should cover a temperature range 5 C lower than the operating temperature of the particular application This will prevent the water glycol from gelling freezing near the evaporating coil 50 ethylene glycol is the maximum recommendation Excess glycol deteriorates the temperature accuracy due to its high viscosity 30 C to 40 C Synth 60 Synthetic heat transfer liquids are hygroscopic and require frequent changing 30 C to 40 C SIL 100 This liquid has very long term stability Due to the high viscosity at low temperatures we recommend using a stirrer Fisher Scientific heat transfer fluids are supplied with an EC Safety Data Sheet Ensure when selecting the heat transfer fluid that no toxic gases can be generated Inflammable gases can build up over the fluid during usage A Thermo Scientific Start Up Shut Down Thermo Scientific Section 3 Installation Leave the cooler in an upright position at room temperature 2
14. ientific Users are forbidden to reproduce republish redistribute or resell any materials from this manual in either machine readable form or any other form Thermo Scientific Preface Section 1 Section 2 Section 3 Section 4 Section 5 Warranty Table of Contents a 1 CS 1 WEEE COM aia ii After Sale SUPPOtt irnos ii no ii Watt enn ee ter dada terry ii iaaa none ii Declaration of Lomo iii a 1 1 DU WAI ii 1 1 Personal Protective Equip nina rca 1 2 A 1 2 General Informati n ciccccsssccnsscnsssccisaiassassavasssansssesweanseassenesnaanen 2 1 Description and Intended Use acia atari 2 1 Equipment Rangs essersi 2 2 Installation ocur 3 1 VEO ra 3 1 Electtical Reguitements aia 3 1 Fluid CORSA SAO rr A 3 2 Approved Pl 3 2 Start Up DO 3 2 A AO 3 4 Decommistonias Disposil escuadra annie 3 4 Preventive Maintondnco occiionicai 4 1 CIA AAA 4 1 Evaporator Coll iia ia iii iii 4 1 COM or A 4 1 Maintenance ara ci 4 1 Troubleshooting riirii 5 1 omnes 5 1 ThermoFisher
15. nt requirements needed to perform normal operation We do recommend wearing eye protection and gloves The user must review and understand all the sections in this manual before operating the cooler Thermo Scientific Section 2 General Information The external evaporator cooling coil is immersed into a bath The coil must be D esc ri pti on completely immersed and Intended rhe iowest bath temperature depends on the following factors Use e the volume of heat transfer liquid bath vessel insulation e the heat conductivity of the cooled liquid e the heat generated within the bath Cooling a bath vessel The coolers do not have a built in controller They cool the object to the lowest possible temperature governed by the specific properties of the object Since the liquid is usually not in motion expect a wide temperature distribution Cooling an open bath circulator Open bath circulators are equipped with their own heater and pump The cooler operates as a permanent cooling source Because the circulator operates by controlled counter heating it is possible to attain both a constant bath temperature level and an even distribution EK20 This cooler is designed to cool alcohol in a 5 liter Dewar vessel down to approximately 20 C Constant temperature controlling is achieved by regulated counter heating using an open bath circulator EK30 The EK30 is the more powerful version of the EK20 and is designe
16. operating environment We recommend making a monthly visual inspection of the condenser after initial installation After several months the cleaning frequency will be established The cooling fluid in the work area should be periodically replaced when operating at low temperatures At low temperatures the cooling fluid may collect water vapor from the air As the concentration of water in the cooling fluid increases performance is adversely affected 4 1 Section 4 Preventive Maintenance 4 2 Thermo Scientific Section 5 Troubleshooting Cooler will not start Check the controller for error codes see Error Codes in this section Ensure the circuit protector is in the on 1 position Make sure supply voltage is connected and matches the cooler s nameplate rating 110 Inadequate temperature control Check for ice build up on the cooling probe A layer of ice will act as insulation and reduce the cooling capacity Ice build up is often an indication that the cooling fluid needs replacing Defrost the cooling probe and change the cooling fluid Make sure the condenser is free of dust and debris Ensure cooler installation complies with the site requirements in Sections 2 and 3 Make sure supply voltage matches the cooler s nameplate rating 10 If the temperature continues to rise make sure your application s heat load does not exceed the rated specifications Check for high thermal gradients e g the application lo
17. r maintenance procedures Ensure cooler is at a safe temperature before handling A Never place the cooler in a location or atmosphere where excessive heat moisture or corrosive materials are present A Leave cooler in an upright position at room temperature 25 C for 24 hours before starting This will ensure the lubrication oil has drained back into the compressor A Other than water before using any fluid or when performing mainten ance where contact with the fluid is likely refer to the manufacturet s MSDS and EC Safety Data sheet for handling precautions A The cooler s evaporator coil must not be kinked bent or twisted This can lead to evaporator coil damage and a refrigeration leakage A Ensure that no toxic gases can be generated by the fluid Flammable gases can build up over the fluid during usage A Never use corrosive flammable fluids with this cooler Use of these fluids will void the manufacturer s warranty A Never operate the cooler with panels removed A Transport the cooler with care Sudden jolts or drops can damage its components A Do not clean the cooler with solvents only use a soft cloth and water A Refer service and repairs to a qualified technician A Performance of installation operation or maintenance procedures other than those described in this manual may result in a hazardous situation and will void the manufacturet s warranty A The are no special personal protective equipme
18. uropean Union s Waste Electrical amp Electronic Equipment WEEE Directive 2002 96 EC It is marked with the following symbol Thermo Fisher Scientific has contracted with one or mote recycling disposal companies in each EU Member State and this product should be disposed of or recycled through them Further information on Thermo Fisher Scientific compliance with these Directives the recyclers in your country and information on Thermo Fisher Scientific products which may assist the detection of substances subject to the RoHS Directive are available at www thermofisher com WEEERoHS After sale Suppo rt Thermo Fisher Scientific is committed to customer service both during and after the sale If you have questions concerning the cooler operation or questions concerning spare parts or Service Contracts call our Sales Service and Customer Support phone number see this manual s inside covet fot contact information Thermo Fisher Scientific Newington NH 03801 U S A 800 258 0830 603 436 9444 BOM XXXXXXXXXXXX sm XXX XX HZ XPH X X AMP Sample Nameplate Before calling please obtain the serial number printed on the nameplate located on the upper rear of the cooler Thermo Scientific Preface Feedback Warranty Unpacking We appreciate any feedback you can give us on this manual Please e mail us at temanuals thermofisher com Be sure to include the manual part
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