i.Series Ultra-Low Freezer Operation Manual
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1. de Helmer E NT I Ultra Low Freezer Operation Manual i Series Helmer Helmer i Series IUF 118 iUF 126 Version A IUF 116 UF124 Version A HELMER SCIENTIFIC 14400 Bergen Boulevard Noblesville IN 46060 USA anal PH 1 317 773 9073 FAX 1 317 773 9082 USA and Canada 800 743 5637 360172 A B ISO 13485 2003 CERTIFIED Helmer Document History Revision Date CO Supersession Revision Description A 10 APR 2014 9339 n a Initial release B 12 DEC 2014 10128 B supercedes A Captured product changes prior to product launch Date submitted for Change Order review Actual release date may vary 360172 A B i Helmer Contents Section I General Information 00000 eee eee ee es 4 1 About this Manual es 4 1 1 Intended Audience ee ee eee ann 4 1 2 Model References 4 22 iced naaa aa a a tobe a dee baad dee a a 4 1 3 C pynghtand Trademarks veis octevadee dd de tion ats aire dba te been Ade NE 4 Z SUN ccoo coins rd 4 221 Safety 200 0 das erario 4 22 Produ uct LADOS cuore ar a vee EEE EN a AA 5 2 3 Avoiding ING 00 on mesa Paw deta e rs eed a Bees wows oe ras ari todo ar a one ds 5 3 General RecommendationS 0000 cece eee eee ee 6 3 1 Intended USC 4 6 lt 2 648605 dura a SABES a EES ERASE ODA ODER eee REE aE 6 3 2 General Use 2 6c awed oad be Swe be Sb we hee Se baw a Ra 6 So Ea VE eo a0 04 ou beh ome ok ee EEE y ee ee ee oe wae 6 SV2. High Temperature occurs refer to the service manual for troubleshooting 5 If an alarm activates temporarily mute the alarm by touching the Mute button 13 FF Helmer Operation 9 9 1 9 2 360172 A B Normal Operation The i C Home screen displays temperature and alarm information and provides icons for reaching other functions of the i C3 Home screen Home screen temperature graph screensaver touch to return to Home screen Change Temperature Setpoint Enter the Settings password Touch or on the spin box to change the value NOTE Default Settings password is 1234 Default setpoint is 80 0 C Active Alarms Home screen with no alarms Home screen with active alarm Alarm Description High Temperature Chamber temperature reading is above high temperature alarm setpoint Low Temperature Chamber temperature reading is below low temperature alarm setpoint Door Open Door is open beyond user specified duration High Ambient Ambient temperature reading is above high ambient alarm setpoint Low Ambient Ambient temperature reading is below low ambient alarm setpoint Clean Filter Condenser filter is obstructed CO LN Active CO LN backup refrigeration system is active 14 gt Helmer Operation 9 3 9 4 360172 A B pm i 0 Low Battery Backup battery voltage is low No Battery Backup battery voltage is too low or battery is disconnected Power Failure Power to unit has been
3. a partially open interior door To avoid damage to the interior door hinges do not apply upward or downward force to the interior doors Label Description A Inner door B Inner door hinge C Inner door gasket D Chamber temperature sensor cover Chamber temperature sensor wire cover Not Chamber chart recorder temperature sensor shown behind cover F Shelf standard G Shelf clip H Inner door mullion gasket Shelf J Inner door retaining clip K Inner door catch END OF MANUAL 360172 A B 21 HELMER SCIENTIFIC 14400 Bergen Boulevard Noblesville IN 46060 USA PH 1 317 773 9073 FAX 1 317 773 9082 www helmerinc com E Helmer S C E N T F C
4. CCINICANONS skadede Nebe Leg 6 A Leed 8 5 1 Regulatory GMA nananana aaaea oad a e e ee enn ya eee 8 5 2 Electromagnetic Compliance i064 c506 bade de needa vege eed a ete donee s 254 Seow eed gaa eu de 8 Section ll Installation 0 0000 cee es 9 6 LOCATION KEGUITGINGCINIS ca cece nwa nne coud e Erre eee bee eee Leda 9 GE acc 22 6 cao x aaa Oe wd wed a OEE A We a ee Ee owe ES ES is 9 T install Components Luer seeren 9 7 1 Install Rear Stand Offs ccc eee ee ee eee ee ee eee eee eee nas 9 7 2 Install AC Power Cord Retainer 0 000 eee ee eee eee eee eee eens 10 7 3 MSN oro cae sb cw ee a eee oe da ERA LG 11 74 Chart Recorder Optional ru suse sub stranda ace id od we Renee ak eR he dee bees RoR de Oo n 12 7 4 1 Install and Change Chart Paper 0 0 0 ee ee eee eens 12 Section Ill Operation 0 0c ce eee 13 S Witla Stal Uber ed RARE a ae eae ea as 13 9 Normal Operation nananana nnne eee eens 14 9 1 Change Temperature Setpoint ne eee eee eee 14 EE ENE 32 ee o8 sd Woche dre ab he ee BS ee Oe Sa es Oe Se EE 14 9 3 Mute Active Alarmas 15 9 4 SetAlarm Parameters 0 0 00 cc ee eee eee a eee nena 15 9 5 AccessSConrolL u sanasaueanam nada Sek de md aks ka d k se Edb de G a ike wed es 16 5 E o EE EE E degra dewpeke Gra ac dala eerie i 16 9 5 2 Open Freezer with Access Control 0 0 0 0 0 ccc rn eee eee 17 9 6 i C Icon Reference Guide
5. F to 123 F 1 Includes casters 2 Includes casters handle i C bezel and door hinges 1UF116 1UF118 iUF124 iUF 126 Cabinet Insulation Ecomate insulating foam non ODP non GWP and VOC exempt blowing agent foam Wall Thickness 5 0 127 mm 2 7 69 mm 5 0 127 mm 2 7 69 mm Door Thickness 2 7 69 mm External Material Galvannealed steel with bacteria resistant powder coated finish Internal Material Galvannealed steel with bacteria resistant powder coated finish Shelves Stainless steel Maximum Shelf Load 160 Ibs 73 kg External Port 2 standard top left corner rear of cabinet bottom left corner rear of cabinet Temperature Chart Recorder Optional 4 102 mm 7 day inkless pressure sensitive chart paper backup battery Vacuum Break Port Standard heated Electrical Input Voltage 208 230 V 60 Hz Voltage Tolerance 10 Circuit Breakers 12 A quantity 2 Current Draw 4 11 0A Power Source 15 A dedicated circuit Boost Cut In Voltage 5 195 V Monitoring System Battery 12 V 7 Ah rechargeable sealed lead acid battery Chart Recorder Battery Powered from the monitoring system battery Temperature Monitor Accuracy Chart Recorder 0 5 C 0 9 F i C Monitor 0 5 C 0 9 F at setpoint Control and Monitoring Interface i C combined monitoring and control interface 7 color LCD touchscreen User configurable High chamber temperature low chamber temperature power failure door op
6. V DC is connected to the remote alarm monitoring system s circuit the remote alarm will not function properly may be damaged or may result in injury to the user NOTE In the event of a power failure the power failure alarm condition is transmitted through the remote alarm contacts Compliance Regulatory Compliance This product is certified to applicable UL and CSA standards by a NRTL Sound level is less than 70 dB A Electromagnetic Compliance This device is suitable for use in a specific electromagnetic environment The end user of this device is responsible for ensuring the device is used in compliance with the following European Union directives and standards regarding EMC electromagnetic compliance EMC Directive 2004 108 EC Standards gt EN 55011 2009 EN 61000 3 2 2006 EN 61000 3 3 2008 gt EN 61000 6 1 2007 els Helmer Installation Section Il Installation 6 1 Location Requirements Has a dedicated 15 A grounded circuit with dedicated single point receptical meeting the electrical requirements listed on the product specification label gt Is clear of direct sunlight high temperature sources and heating and air conditioning vents Minimum 8 203 mm above and minimum 4 102 mm behind gt Meets limits specified for ambient temperature and relative humidity Placement A WARNING To prevent tipping ensure door is closed and latched and casters are unlocked and 7 1 f
7. cates status of chart recorder in operating mode or selected temperature range in paper change mode C Chart change button Adjust position of stylus when changing chart paper or run a test pattern D Stylus Mark temperature line on paper E Reset button Restart chart recorder located behind chart paper Install and Change Chart Paper 1 Press and hold C button When stylus begins to move left release button The LED flashes to indicate current temperature range 2 When stylus stops moving remove chart knob then move knob up and away from chart paper 3 Place new chart paper on chart recorder 4 Gently lift stylus and rotate paper so current time line corresponds to time line groove NOTE For accurate temperature reading ensure that current time is aligned with time line groove when chart knob is tightened 6 Press and hold C button When the stylus begins to move right release the button 7 Confirm the stylus is marking the temperature correctly 12 gt Helmer Operation Section Ill Operation 8 360172 A B Initial Start Up 1 Plug the power cord into a 15 A grounded circuit with a dedicated single point receptical 2 Switch battery ON OFF switch ON 3 Switch AC ON OFF switch ON NOTE The i C monitoring and control system will take approximately three minutes to boot up 4 Touch the Home button Touch HOME to continue A NOTE Active alarms are displayed on the Home screen If an alarm condition other than
8. connect at 360172 A B the power outlet on the wall Required tools 2 Phillips screwdriver Install the retainer 1 Insert the power cord into the receptacle on rear of the cabinet 2 Install the power cord retainer a Slide the retainer upward engaging the groove in the power plug with the slot in the retainer b Align the holes in the retainer with the corresponding holes on the cabinet c Insert the screws with lock washers through the retainer and into the holes in the cabinet d Using a 2 Phillips screwdriver tighten the screws Power cord retainer 10 gt Helmer Installation 7 3 360172 A B Install Shelves Install the shelf clips 1 Open the chamber door and all inner doors 2 Install shelf clips on the shelf standards at the marked locations Shelf clip NOTE Shelf clips must be installed so the horizontal section is oriented upward Install the shelves 1 Starting with the bottom shelf insert the shelf into the chamber at an angle 2 Rotate the shelf so it sets flat on the shelf clips Installed shelves 3 Working from the bottom to the top install the remaining shelves as described in steps 1 and 2 4 Close the inner doors and the chamber door 11 E Helmer Installation 7 4 7 4 1 360172 A B Chart Recorder Optional Chart recorder with paper installed Label Description Function A Left and Right Arrow Adjust settings and stylus position buttons B LED Indi
9. disrupted Sensor Failure Sensor not functioning properly Refrigeration System gt Refrigerant pressure is too high High stage compressor temperature is above the upper limit Low stage compressor temperature is above the upper limit High stage compressor has failed Low stage compressor has failed Communication Failure 1 Communication lost between C display board and control board Messages 1 2 3 2 Communication lost between C display board and internal system memory 3 Corrupt database Emergency Mode Chamber temperature sensor has failed or is failing intermittently and refrigeration system is operating at 100 duty cycle Mute Active Alarms Audible alarms may be muted by touching the Mute button to set delay Unmuted Muted Set Alarm Parameters The following alarm settings may be changed by the operator The setpoint for temperature alarms may be changed where applicable as well as the time delay between when the alarm condition commences and when the visual and audible alarms are initiated Enter the Settings password gt Touch Alarm Settings gt Controls the conditions and timing of alarm condition indicators displayed on the i C Home screen Touch or on spin box to set each parameter me Default Default Alarm Description Setpoint Time Delay High Temperature Chamber temperature reading is above high temperature 70 0 C 0 minutes alarm setpoint Low Temperature Chamber temp
10. e personnel Frequency Verify the monitor chamber temperature sensor accuracy Calibrate the sensor if necessary Task 1 2 As year years Needed pp Verify the ambient temperature sensor accuracy Calibrate the sensor if necessary Test the High and Low chamber and Ambient Temperature alarms Test the Power Failure alarm as required by your organization s protocols Test the Door Open alarm Ss X Inspect electrical components and wiring terminals in the electrical box for discoloration Contact Helmer Technical Service if any discoloration is found Inspect and clean the condenser filter X i i Replace the C backup battery ME Defrost and clean the chamber exterior door gasket and inner doors NOTICE gt Inspect and clean the condenser filter as directed in the maintenance schedule or 360172 A B when prompted by the i C control and monitoring system The Clean Filter alarm monitors the condition of the air filter as a safety measure The alarm is designed to warn if the filter media becomes clogged such that freezer operation and product integrity will be affected The Clean Filter alarm could indicate a failure of the condenser fan NOTE During a power failure the backup battery provides power to the monitoring system power failure alarm and chart recorder if equipped If the backup battery is not functioning the power failure alarm will not be activated gt If the backup ba
11. ee eee eee eee eee a 17 360172 A B Helmer Section IV Maintenance 0 000 ee eee ee es 18 10 Maintenance Schedule 000 eee es 18 Section V Components 0 ccc eee eee eee ee eee 19 gt 0 EEE EEE 19 11 1 PYOME 6 pcan decade ceeca wie tacudauteadae e asbest badet ae 19 11 2 Rear Panel lt 0 lt 4 684446446420 R44 sade kuna SS REO OEE Sead DEE FE sd avd da SORES EO der wes 20 12 INTO arier nd ren 21 121 SEEREN 21 360172 A B iii E Helmer General Information Section I General Information 1 1 1 2 1 3 2 1 About this Manual Intended Audience This manual is intended for use by end users of the freezer and authorized service technicians Model References Generic references are used throughout this manual to group models that contain similar features For example UF models refers to all models of that size UF 116 UF118 UF124 UF126 This manual covers all ultra low freezers which may be identified singly by their size or by their respective Series Copyright and Trademark Helmer i Series i C and Rel i are registered trademarks or trademarks of Helmer Inc in the United States of America Copyright O 2014 Helmer Inc All other trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners Helmer Inc doing business as DBA Helmer Scientific and Helmer Safety The operator or technician performing maintenance or
12. en time high ambient temperature low ambient temperature Alarms Non configurable Compressor temperature condenser temperature clean filter CO2 LN gt active low battery no battery refrigeration system communication failure sensor failure Remote Alarm Interface Dry contacts configurable as normally open or normally closed Remote Alarm Capacity 0 5 Aat 30 V RMS 1 0 Aat 60 V DC E Helmer General Information 9 1 9 2 360172 A B iUF116 iUF118 UF124 IUF126 Environmental Indoor use only Altitude maximum 2000 m Ambient temperature range 15 C to 32 C Relative humidity maximum for ambient temperature up to 80 for temperatures up to 25 C decreasing linearly to 53 at 32 C Operating Standards v v v y 3 Vacuum insulated panels are included in cabinet walls on indicated models All models feature vacuum insulated panels in the exterior door 4 Current draw is measured in full load Amperes 5 Power conditioning voltage boost is an optional feature If facility voltage is consistently at or below 195V voltage boost must be installed in order to protect the compressors CAUTION Maximum shelf load is not to exceed 160 Ibs 73 kg CAUTION gt The interface on the remote alarm monitoring system is intended for connection to the end user s central alarm system s that uses normally open or normally closed dry contacts gt Ifan external power supply exceeding 30 V RMS or 60
13. erature reading is below low temperature 90 0 C 0 minutes alarm setpoint Power Failure Power to unit has been disrupted n a 1 minute Sensor Failure i C control and monitoring system has lost communication n a 0 minutes with a temperature sensor Door Open Time Door is open beyond user specified duration n a 1 minute gt Helmer Operation 9 5 9 5 1 360172 A B Default Default Setpoint Time Delay High Ambient Ambient temperature reading is above high ambient alarm 30 0 C 15 minutes setpoint Low Ambient Ambient temperature reading is below low ambient alarm 15 0 C 15 minutes setpoint Alarm Description Access Control Allows user specific secure access to the freezer Setup GE fo Configure and manage user specific accounts to allow 1 U gt Y gt Access Setup controlled access to the freezer Enter the supervisor PIN to set up Access Control gt Initial factory supervisor PIN 5625 NOTE The supervisor PIN can not 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 The keys provided with the freezer may be used to lock or unlock the exterior door When setting up Access Control user IDs ensure the key lock is in the locked position to prevent unauthorized access to the freezer VV Add a user profile 1 Touch the Add User but
14. harge Protective earth ground ESD hazard terminal Avoiding Injury VVVVVVVVVVYV v v v v vV Review safety instructions before installing using or maintaining the equipment Before moving unit remove contents from the chamber Before moving unit ensure door is closed and latched and casters are unlocked and free of debris Before moving unit disconnect the AC power cord and secure the cord When moving unit use assistance from a second person Never physically restrict any moving component Avoid removing electrical service panels and access panels unless so instructed Use appropriate gloves when handling cold internal components and stored inventory Keep hands away from pinch points when closing the door Avoid sharp edges when working inside the electrical compartment and refrigeration compartment Ensure biological materials are stored at recommended temperatures determined by standards literature or good laboratory practices Proceed with caution when adding and removing samples from the freezer Total freezer weight including contents is not to exceed 1400 Ibs 635 kg Individual shelf load is not to exceed 160 lbs 73 kg Use supplied power cord only Using the equipment in a manner not specified by Helmer may impair the protection provided by the equipment Decontaminate parts prior to sending for service or repair Contact Helmer or your distributor for decontamination instructions and a Return Authorizatio
15. ications 360172 A B Internal Dimensions W x H x D Standard English in Metric mm External Dimensions W x H x D 1 Standard English in Metric mm Overall Dimensions W x H x D 2 Standard English in Metric mm Physical Weight Interior Volume Refrigeration System High Stage Refrigerant Low Stage Refrigerant High Stage Compressor Low Stage Compressor High Stage Initial Charge Low Stage Initial Charge R508B iUF116 iUF118 UF124 IUF126 23 1 x 49 5 x 23 3 23 1 x 54 1 x 23 3 34 4 x 49 5 x 23 3 34 4 x 54 1 x 23 3 587 x 1257 x 592 587 x 1374 x 592 874 x 1257 x 592 874 x 1374 x 592 33 8 x 78 2 x 34 8 28 9 x 78 2 x 34 8 45 1 x 78 2 x 34 8 40 2 x 78 2 x 34 8 859 x 1986 x 884 734 x 1986 x 884 1146 x 1986 x 884 1021 x 1986 x 884 37 1 x 78 2 x 37 5 32 5 x 78 2 x 37 5 48 4 x 78 2 x 37 5 43 8 x 78 2 x 37 5 942 x 1986 x 953 826 x 1986 x 953 1229 x 1986 x 953 1113 x 1986 x 953 607 Ibs 275 kg 622 Ibs 282 kg 704 Ibs 319 kg 725 Ibs 328 kg fte 510 L 24 ft 680 L 26 ft 736 L 16 ft 453 L 18 R 404A CFC HCFC free R 508B CFC HCFC free and R601 natural refrigerant 13 5 oz 383 g 1 5 HP air cooled 1 5 HP air cooled 48 oz 1361 g 16 oz 454 g E Helmer General Information 360172 A B UF116 UF118 UF124 UF126 Low Stage Initial Charge R601 0 56 oz 26 g Operational Default Setpoint 80 C 112 F Temperature Control Range 50 C to 86 C 58
16. n Number Ensure biological materials are stored safely in accordance with all applicable organizational regulatory and legal requirements The freezer is not considered to be a storage cabinet for flammable or hazardous materials Helmer 3 General Recommendations 3 1 Intended Use Helmer ultra low freezers are intended to provide a controlled temperature environment at ultra low temperatures required for the storage of biological materials pharmaceuticals and reagents used in a research or clinical laboratory General Information The devices referenced in this manual are intended to be operated by personnel who have procedures in place for meeting FDA AABB or any other applicable regulations for the processing and storage of biological materials pharmaceuticals and reagents 3 2 General Use Allow freezer to come to room temperature before switching power on NOTE NOTE During initial startup high temperature alarm may activate while freezer reaches operating temperature You may want to temporarily change the volume on the audible alarm during this period This unit is not a rapid freezing device Freezing large quantities of liquid or high water content items will temporarily increase the chamber temperature and will cause the compressors to operate for a prolonged period of time 3 3 Initial Loading Allow chamber temperature to stabilize at the setpoint before storing pre frozen product 4 Specif
17. ree of debris before moving freezer The freezer is extremely heavy Helmer recommends that two people work together to move the freezer 1 Ensure all casters are unlocked and door is closed and latched 2 Roll freezer into place and lock casters 3 Adjust leveling feet as necessary to ensure freezer is level Install Components Install Rear Stand Offs A WARNING The rear stand offs include a hole to accept a threaded fastener for anchoring the freezer 360172 A B to a wall The rear stand offs do not provide a secure means to anchor the freezer to the wall that can be considered resistant to seismic events NOTE Installation of the rear stand offs is optional Anchoring the freezer to the wall is optional Hardware to anchor the freezer to the wall is not provided with the freezer The end user is responsible for determining the best method to anchor the freezer to the wall v vv Required tools 9 16 box wrench Rear stand offs Align the holes in the stand offs with the corresponding threaded holes on the back of the freezer Insert the 3 8 hex head cap screws through the holes in the stand offs Hand thread the cap screws into the threaded holes Using a 9 16 open ended wrench tighten the cap screws AR AJN FF Helmer Installation 7 2 Install AC Power Cord Retainer A WARNING Use supplied power cord only NOTICE Do not position the freezer where it will prevent access to the power cord dis
18. service on Helmer Scientific products must a inspect the product for abnormal wear and damage b choose a repair procedure which will not endanger his her safety the safety of others the product or the safe operation of the product and c fully inspect and test the product to ensure the maintenance or service has been performed properly Safety Definitions The following general safety alerts appear with all safety statements within this manual Read and abide by the safety statement that accompanies the safety alert symbol A WARNING The safety statement that follows this safety alert symbol indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in serious injury A CAUTION The safety statement that follows this safety alert symbol indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in minor or moderate injury NOTICE The safety statement that follows this safety alert symbol indicates a situation which if 360172 A B not avoided could result in damage to the product or stored inventory gt Helmer Product Labels The following general safety and information alerts appear on the product to identify potential hazards to the operator or service technician 2 2 2 3 360172 A B General Information Caution Safety hazard to operator o Caution Unlock all casters or service technician Caution Electrocution shock hazard 25 Earth ground terminal Caution Electrostatic disc
19. ton The alphanumeric keyboard is displayed 2 Enter the user ID for the new user profile 3 Touch to store the user ID 16 Helmer The alphanumeric keyboard is displayed 4 Enter the four digit PIN for the new user profile 5 Touch YA to store the PIN The User ID and PIN for the new user profile is displayed in the table NOTE For complete information on setting up editing and deleting Access Control user profiles refer to the i C User Guide for i Series Ultra Low Freezers 9 5 2 Open Freezer with Access Control 25 0 C Ambient Temp gt Enter a valid PIN using the keypad 9 6 i C e Icon Reference Guide a Home Mute Settings a Upload MAAV Temperature Brightness Setting Scroll Arrows Access Control yas Me 1 C Applications DA Graph Access Log Information Log IN Contact Helmer Battery Power gt 90098 O Alarm Conditions Icon Transfer 360172 A B Helmer Section IV Maintenance 10 Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Maintenance tasks should be completed according to the following schedule Refer to the service manual and the i C User Guide for more detail on the various tasks NOTE These are recommended minimum requirements Regulations for your organization or physical conditions at your organization may require maintenance items to be performed more frequently as dictated by facility standard operating procedures or only by designated servic
20. ttery does not provide power to the monitoring system during the power failure alarm test replace the battery gt During a power failure the Access Control lock will continue to secure the door To access the freezer during a power failure the override key must be used 18 Helmer Section V Components 11 11 1 360172 A B Exterior Front Helmer A B H C J D E STA Left Front features Right Side panel detail Label Description A i C user interface USB port Door handle with key lock electronic lock and padlock hasp Condenser grill and filter media Side panel refer to side panel detail Temperature Chart recorder optional Caster AC ON OFF power switch Circuit breakers I QI MmI IUIlQ u Monitoring system backup battery ON OFF switch Not Leveling feet shown Components 19 gt Helmer Components 11 2 Rear Panel B C D E F G Rear features Label Description A Condenser discharge grill B RJ 45 Ethernet port C USB port D RS 232 serial port E Remote alarm interface F LN CO backup system interface ep Power connector Not Product specification label shown 360172 A B 20 Helmer Components 12 Interior 12 1 Chamber Interior features A CAUTION Keep hands away from pinch points when closing the door NOTICE vy When removing or replacing storage racks do not allow the storage rack to set on the top edge of
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