for LABORATORY REFRIGERATOR MODEL TELR-145/200 145L/200L CAPACITY REVISION 10-8-17 Thermoline Scientific Equipment Pty. Ltd. ABN 80 000 859 129 10/12 Ross Place Wetherill Park NSW 2164. P.O. Box 1851 Wetherill Park DC NSW 1851 Phone: (02) 9604 3911 International: 61 2 9604 3911 Fax: (02) 9725 1706 International: 61 2 9725 1706 Email: thermoline@thermoline.com.au Web: www.thermoline.com.au
Introduction: Thank you for selecting this equipment from the large range of products manufactured in Australia by Thermoline Scientific. This manual covers the operation, cleaning, & maintenance instructions for this equipment. Incorrect operation or use can cause harm or damage to the equipment, therefore it is very important that you read, understand, and implement the instructions, to ensure reliable operation. Please keep this manual in a safe place for future reference. LIST OF CONTENTS: INTRODUCTION: 2 LIST OF CONTENTS: 2 UNPACKING: 2 USE AND FUNCTION: 3 OPTIONS: 3 LOCATION & INSTALLATION: 4 Location: Level: Mains connection: OPERATION: 4, 5, 6 & 7. Temperature control: Loading: Maximum and minimum temperature logging: Connection of alarms CLEANING & MAINTAINANCE: 7, 8 & 9 WARRANTY: 9 & 10 UNPACKING: Remove the equipment from the packing material and check for damage. Notify the detail of any damage to your supplier or to Thermoline Scientific without delay. Retain the packing materials until the equipment has been thoroughly tested. Inventory: Wire shelves x 4 Door keys. (Optional): 1 x 3-pin plug for connection of alarms to remote Building Management System. 10-8-17 2
USE & FUNCTION: The TELR range of Laboratory refrigerators are designed to maintain the temperature of laboratory products at around 4ºC, with a temperature range from +4ºC to 10ºC. Temperature control is by means of a digital control with display and temperature logging facilities incorporated. The digital temperature control monitors product temperature, and includes a temperature logging feature that allows the operator to determine the maximum and minimum temperatures reached during daily operation. The display also incorporates the HI/LO temperature alarms emitting both visual and audible signals, which can also activate a building monitoring system (BMS), via an optional connection socket. High temperature alarm set at 12ºC. Low temperature alarm set at 2º C. Operating temperature from 4ºC to 10ºC. These cabinets will operate from a standard 10 amp, 240 volt, 50Hz, general purpose outlet (power point). Cooling is by means of a hermitically sealed refrigeration unit using environmentally friendly refrigerant. Fan forced air circulation internally ensures that even temperature conditions are obtained on all shelf levels. Shelves are adjustable. OPTIONS: BMS: The pharmacy refrigerator can be fitted with a 3-pin socket for connection to a Building Management System (BMS), or to a phone dialer alarm system. A 3-pin plug is also supplied separately to connect the socket to your wiring. The alarm contacts have no voltage present, but we recommend that the wiring is connected by a suitably qualified technician (electrician or similar). An alarm can be triggered by one of the following conditions: Loss of power. Low temperature inside the refrigerator (below 2ºC). High temperature inside the refrigerator (above 12ºC). Low Temperature Safety Thermostat: As an added safety feature the refrigerator can be fitted with a low temperature safety thermostat, which is factory set and not adjustable, to stop the temperature inside the refrigerator from falling below 0ºC. This is particularly important in the storage of vaccines which can be destroyed if frozen. The thermostat operates independently from the temperature control and turns off the compressor at +1 to +2ºC. In this way, should the controls fail in a cooling condition; the product will be protected against freezing. Note: The above features (BMS & Low temperature safety thermostat), are optional extras and will not be fitted unless ordered. 10-8-17 3
LOCATION & INSTALLATION: Location: All refrigerated equipment generates heat as part of the normal operation. It is vital for correct performance and reliability that adequate ventilation is provided to allow this heat to dissipate. Any refrigerated equipment that is operated in a small unventilated area, especially in warm weather, can cause the compressor to overheat and may result in premature failure. NOTE: Failure to observe ventilation guidelines will void the manufacturer s warranty! A minimum of 100mm at the back and sides should be maintained at all times to ensure adequate air flow to dissipate heat generated by the refrigeration system. Level: The cabinet should be standing on level ground to ensure correct operation of the self-closing door, and proper draining of condensate from the evaporator. Mains connection: This cabinet is suitable for connection to a standard 240 volt, 50Hz, supply. A dedicated outlet should be used for the supply, do not use power boards or the like. A 3- pin moulded plug is fitted as standard to the mains lead. OPERATION: 1: Locate the cabinet as previously described, and plug the mains lead into the power supply but do not turn the power on just yet. 2: Adjust the shelf positions to suit your storage needs. Locate the shelf support clips in the slotted strips either side of the fridge. In the TELR-140 the bottom shelf rests on two of the support clips and two brackets fixed at the rear of the fridge. 3: Turn on the power and the circulating fan inside the cabinet will start immediately. 4: After a short warm-up period the temperature control will display the temperature inside the refrigerator. The refrigeration compressor will start after a few minutes. 10-8-17 4
Temperature control: Information/set point button. Decrease/mute button. Increase/light button. Max/Min logging button. 5: The temperature control has been factory set to operate between 4ºC and 10ºC, and the instrument has been calibrated to provide an average temperature of 4ºC at the centre of the workspace. 6: The alarms are set to operate @ 2ºC for low alarm, and 12ºC for high alarm with a 30 minute time delay on start up of the fridge. During an alarm the display will indicate flash and the buzzer will beep. To silence the buzzer use the button. The display will continue to flash until the refrigerator temperature comes within the 2ºC to 12ºC alarm range. 7: Allow the cabinet to operate for at least 8 hours before loading your product. 8: Use the button to turn on the internal light if required. 10-8-17 5
LOADING: All forced draught refrigerators such as this one require constant air flow throughout the cabinet to maintain the desired temperature. Correct loading of the shelves must be considered for efficient refrigeration performance. Allow air space around the product on each shelf. Distribute the load evenly over all of the shelves rather than stacking everything on one shelf. Whenever possible the load should be chilled prior to loading to reduce the effect on the temperature inside the refrigerator. If this is not possible then load the product a little at a time. TEMPERATURE LOGGING: The digital temperature control has a feature that allows the operator to log or record the maximum and minimum temperatures attained by the cabinet over a period of time. These logged temperatures can be viewed and reset on a daily basis by simply pressing a button on the face of the instrument as follows: The button is the button that allows the operator to view the maximum and minimum logged temperatures. i) Press the to view the highest logged temperature. ii) Press the again to view the lowest logged temperature. iii) Press and hold the for about 5 seconds to reset the logged values back to the current temperature. The display will flash while holding the button, then the buzzer will sound to indicate the values have been reset. 10-8-17 6
CONNECTION OF ALARMS: As previously mentioned, this cabinet can be fitted with a 3-pin socket to allow for connection to a building management system (BMS), or to a phone dialer. A plug will also be supplied separately to connect the socket to your wiring. The alarm contacts have no voltage present, but we recommend that the wiring is connected by a suitably qualified technician (electrician or similar). An alarm can be triggered by one of the following conditions: Loss of power. High temperature inside the refrigerator (above 12ºC). Low temperature inside the refrigerator (below 2ºC). Normally Open Will close loop upon alarm situation (No 2) Common At least one wire is connected to this pin (No 3) *Normally Closed Will open loop upon alarm situation (No 1) *This is the optimum option as any break in the loop is detected. CLEANING & MAINTENANCE: General cleaning: The interior, exterior, and door gasket can be cleaned as often as required using a soft cloth and soapy water. Never use abrasive cleaners or scouring pads as these will scratch the surface and may result in corrosion. Never use caustic type cleaning agents. All cabinets have electrical components such as the temperature control, internal light, refrigeration condensing unit. These items should not be subjected to any levels of moisture. For example do not use a hose to wash down the refrigerator. Evidence of moisture entry into any electrical device will void the manufacturer s warranty! Maintenance: 10-8-17 7
Apart from normal levels of cleanliness, it is important that the refrigeration condenser is kept clean and free from dust. Failure to keep the condenser clean could lead to higher temperatures inside the cabinet, higher running costs, and often a failure of the compressor. A clean condenser is a critical factor in keeping the refrigerator operating correctly. The condenser should be cleaned at least 6 monthly, in some dusty locations this may need to be more frequent. By monitoring the amount clogging due to dust, the frequency of cleaning can be adjusted to keep it clean. Manufacturer s warranty does not cover the failure of the compressor due to a blocked condenser. Procedure for cleaning the condenser: TELR-140: The black condenser coil is located behind the fridge. Use a soft brush or vacuum cleaner to remove any dust build up from the condenser. 10-8-17 8
WARRANTY: Have the following information available when you contact the service department: Model number and serial number. This is generally found on the exterior of the cabinet in the form of a stick-on label. The company name, address, contact name, contact phone number. A brief description of the problem. All warranty claims must be reported to, and agreed to by a Thermoline representative prior to any work being carried out. 10-8-17 9
Standard 12 month Warranty Thermoline Scientific Equipment Pty Ltd ABN 80 000 859 129 ( Thermoline ) Thermoline warrants to the original purchaser that this product will perform to its product specification for a period of 12 months from date of purchase, provided that the installation of the product has been carried out in accordance with the latest version of the manufacturer's instructions and further provided that the use of the product complies with that specified in the relevant specification. Thermoline is not responsible for any loss or damage arising from incorrect usage, usage outside the suitability of the product as stipulated in the manufacturer's instruction, damage caused by accident, fire, flood, act of God or failure to properly install, operate or maintain the goods in accordance with the printed instructions provided. The following statement applies only to product sales that fall within the definition of a Consumer Sale set out in the Australian Consumer Law contained within the Competition and Consumer Act (Cth) 2012: Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and for compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure. Notwithstanding the preceding clause and to the extent permissible by law, the liability of Thermoline is limited, in relation to the warranted product and at the option of Thermoline to: replacing the product or the supply of equivalent product; the repair of the product; the payment of the cost of replacing the product or of acquiring equivalent product; or the payment of the cost of having the product repaired. To the extent permitted by law, all other warranties whether implied or otherwise, not set out in this Warranty are excluded and Thermoline is not liable in contract, tort (including, without limitation, negligence or breach of statutory duty) or otherwise to compensate the Purchaser for: any increased costs or expenses; calibration/certification services; any loss of profit, revenue, business, contracts or anticipated savings; any loss or expense resulting from a claim by a third party; or any special, indirect or consequential loss or damage of any nature whatsoever caused by Thermoline s failure in complying with its obligations or the purchaser s failure due to accident damage, impact, misuse or negligence. The benefits given to the purchaser in this Warranty are in addition to other rights and remedies under a law in relation to the products or services to which this warranty applies. This warranty applies only to products purchased and installed in Australia and does not cover any consumable items e.g. filters, light globes, ultrasonic nebulizers. The warranty does not extend to labour and freight costs where the warranted product is located outside Australia. To make a warranty claim, contact Thermoline on 02 9604 3911 or service@thermoline.com.au. 10-8-17 10