Constant climate chambers
with enlarged temperature and humidity range
with program control
BINDER GmbH
Address Post office box 102
D-78502 Tuttlingen
Tel. +49 7462 2005 0
Fax +49 7462 2005 100
Internet http://www.binder-world.com
E-mail info@binder-world.com
Service Hotline +49 7462 2005 555
Service Fax +49 7462 2005 93 555
Service E-Mail service@binder-world.com
Service Hotline USA +1 866 885 9794 or +1 631 224 4340 x3
Service Hotline Asia Pacific +852 390 705 04 or +852 390 705 03
Service Hotline Russia and CIS +7 495 988 15 16
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EG – KONFORMITÄTSERKLÄRUNG
Anbieter / Supplier / Fournisseur:
BINDER GmbH
Anschrift / Address / Adresse:
Im Mittleren Ösch 5, D-78532 Tuttlingen
Produkt / Product / Produit:
Konstantklimaschränke mit erweitertem Temperatur- und Feuch-
avec plages de température et d'humidité étendues
Typenbezeichnung / Type / Type:
KMF 115, KMF 240, KMF 720
EC – declaration of conformity
EC - DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
CE - DECLARATION DE CONFORMITE
tebereich
Constant climate chambers with enlarged temperature and humidity range
Armoires d’essais climatiques pour des conditions constantes
Die oben beschriebenen Produkte sind konform mit folgenden EG-Richtlinien:
The products described above are in conformity with the following EC guidelines:
Les produits décrits ci-dessus sont conformes aux directives CE suivantes:
Niederspannungsrichtlinie
2006/95/EG
Low voltage directive
2006/95/EC
Directive basse tension
2006/95/CE
EMV-Richtlinie
2004/108/EG
EMC Directive
2004/108/EC
Directive CEM
2004/108/CE
Richtlinie 2006/95/EG des Europäischen Parlaments und des Rates
vom 12. Dezember 2006 zur Angleichung der Rechtsvorschriften der
Mitgliedstaaten betreffend elektrische Betriebsmittel zur Verwendung
innerhalb bestimmter Spannungsgrenzen
Council Directive 2006/95/EC of 12 December 2006 on the harmonization of the laws of Member States relating to electrical equipment designed for use within certain voltage limits
Directive 2006/95/CE du Parlement Européen et du Conseil du 12 décembre 2006 concernant le rapprochement des législations des États
membres relatives au matériel électrique destiné à être employé dans
certaines limites de tension
Richtlinie 2004/108/EG des Europäischen Parlaments und des Rates
vom 15. Dezember 2004 zur Angleichung der Rechtsvorschriften der
Mitgliedstaaten über die elektromagnetische Verträglichkeit und zur
Aufhebung der Richtlinie 89/336/EWG.
Directive 2004/108/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of
15 December 2004 on the approximation of the laws of the Member
States relating to electromagnetic compatibility and repealing Directive
98/336/EEC.
Directive 2004/108/CE du Parlement Européen et du Conseil du 15
décembre 2004 relative au rapprochement des législations des États
membres concernant la compatibilité électromagnétique et abrogeant le
directive 98/336/CEE.
Die oben beschriebenen Produkte tragen entsprechend die Kennzeichnung CE.
The products described above, corresponding to this, bear the CE-mark.
Les produits décrits ci-dessus, en correspondance, portent l’indication CE.
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Die oben beschriebenen Produkte sind konform mit folgenden harmonisierten Normen:
The products described above are in conformity with the following harmonized standards:
Les produits décrits ci-dessus sont conformes aux normes harmonisées suivantes:
Sicherheit / safety / sécurité:
EN 61010-1:2010 Sicherheitsbestimmungen für elektrische Mess-, Steuer-, Regel- und
Laborgeräte – Teil 1: Allgemeine Anforderungen (DIN EN 61010-1:2011,
VDE 411-1:2011)
Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement, control,
and laboratory use – Part 1: General requirements (IEC 61010-1:2010,
BS EN 61010-1:2010)
Règles de sécurité pour appareils électriques de mesurage, de régulation et de laboratoire – Partie 1: Prescriptions générales (CEI 610101:2010, NF EN 61010:2011)
EN 61010-2-010:2003 Sicherheitsbestimmungen für elektrische Meß-, Steuer-, Regel- und
Laborgeräte – Teil 2-010: Besondere Anforderungen an Laborgeräte für
das Erhitzen von Stoffen (DIN EN 61010-2-010:2004)
Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement, control,
and laboratory use – Part 2-010: Particular requirements for laboratory
equipment for the heating of materials (IEC 61010-2-10:2005, BS EN
61010-2-10:2003)
Règles de sécurité pour appareils électriques de mesurage, de régulation et de laboratoire – Partie 2-010 : Prescriptions particulières pour
appareils de laboratoire utilisés pour l’échauffement des matières (CEI
61010-2-10:2003, NF EN 61010-2-10:2005)
EMV / EMC / CEM:
EN 61326-1:2013 Elektrische Mess-, Steuer-, Regel- und Laborgeräte - EMV-
Anforderungen - Teil 1: Allgemeine Anforderungen (DIN EN 613261:2013, VDE 0813-20-1:2013)
Electrical equipment for measurement, control and laboratory use EMC requirements - Part 1: General requirements (IEC 61326-1:2012,
BS EN 61326-1:2013)
Matériel électrique de mesure, de commande et de laboratoire - Exigences relatives à la CEM - Partie 1: Exigences générales (CEI 613261:2012, NF EN 61326-1:2013)
D-78532 Tuttlingen, 02.06.2014
BINDER GmbH
P. M. Binder
Geschäftsführender Gesellschafter
Managing Director
Directeur général
J. Bollaender
Leiter F & E
Director R & D
Chef de service R&D
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Product registration
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Content
EC – declaration of conformity ...................................................................................................................... 2
1.2.4 Word message panel structure ............................................................................................... 10
1.3 Localization / position of safety labels on the unit ............................................................................. 11
1.4 Type plate .......................................................................................................................................... 12
1.5 General safety instructions on installing and operating the constant climate chamber ..................... 13
1.6 Intended use ...................................................................................................................................... 15
1.7 Resistance of the humidity sensor against harmful substances ....................................................... 16
2. UNIT DESCRIPTION ............................................................................................ 17
2.1 Unit overview ..................................................................................................................................... 18
2.2 Lateral control panel, right side ......................................................................................................... 19
2.3 Lateral control panel, left side (option) .............................................................................................. 20
5.3 Performance after power failures ...................................................................................................... 33
5.4 Turning on the unit ............................................................................................................................ 34
8.1 Entering the set point values ............................................................................................................. 42
8.2 Performance after power failure in Manual Mode ............................................................................. 43
9. PROGRAM OPERATION ..................................................................................... 44
9.1 Menu-based program entry ............................................................................................................... 44
9.2 Entry of temperature values and fan speed ...................................................................................... 45
9.3 Entry of humidity values .................................................................................................................... 47
9.4 Selecting between “set-point ramp” and “set-point step” .................................................................. 48
9.5 Program entry as “set-point ramp” or as “set-point step” .................................................................. 48
9.6 Information on programming different temperature or humidity transitions ...................................... 51
9.7 Repetition of a section or several sections within a program ............................................................ 52
9.8 Performance after power failure in Program Mode ........................................................................... 52
9.9 Starting a previously entered program .............................................................................................. 53
9.10 Deleting a program ............................................................................................................................ 53
9.11 Template for temperature profile ....................................................................................................... 54
9.12 Template for humidity profile ............................................................................................................. 55
9.13 Program table template for temperature and fan speed rate ............................................................ 56
9.14 Program table template for humidity ................................................................................................. 57
10. TEMPERATURE SAFETY DEVICES ................................................................... 58
10.1 Over temperature protective device (class 1) ................................................................................... 58
10.2 Safety controller (temperature safety device class 3.1) .................................................................... 58
19.1 For units located outside North America and Central America ......................................................... 93
19.2 For units in North America and Central America ............................................................................... 96
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Dear customer,
For the correct operation of the constant climate chamber KMF, it is important that you read this operating
manual completely and carefully and observe all instructions as indicated. Failure to read, understand and
follow the instructions may result in personal injury. It can also lead to damage to the unit and/or poor
equipment performance.
1. Safety
This operating manual is part of the components of delivery. Always keep it handy for reference. The device should only be operated by laboratory personnel especially trained for this purpose and familiar with
all precautionary measures required for working in a laboratory. Observe the national regulations on minimum age of laboratory personnel. To avoid injuries and damage observe the safety instructions of the
operating manual.
WARNING
Failure to observe the safety instructions.
Serious injuries and unit damage.
Observe the safety instructions in this operating manual.
Carefully read the complete operating instructions of the constant climate chamber
KMF.
1.1 Legal considerations
This operating manual is for informational purposes only. It contains information for installing, start-up,
operation and maintenance of the product. Note: the contents and the product described are subject to
change without notice.
Understanding and observing the instructions in this operating manual are prerequisites for hazard-free
use and safety during operation and maintenance. In no event shall BINDER be held liable for any damages, direct or incidental arising out of or related to the use of this manual.
This operating manual cannot cover all conceivable applications. If you would like additional information,
or if special problems arise that are not sufficiently addressed in this manual, please ask your dealer or
contact us directly by phone at the number located on page one of this manual
Furthermore, we emphasize that the contents of this operating manual are not part of an earlier or existing
agreement, description, or legal relationship, nor do they modify such a relationship. All obligations on the
part of BINDER derive from the respective purchase contract, which also contains the entire and exclusively valid statement of warranty administration. The statements in this manual neither augment nor restrict the contractual warranty provisions.
1.2 Structure of the safety instructions
In this operating manual, the following safety definitions and symbols indicate dangerous situations following the harmonization of ISO 3864-2 and ANSI Z535.6.
1.2.1 Signal word panel
Depending on the probability of serious consequences, potential dangers are identified with a signal word,
the corresponding safety color, and if appropriate, the safety alert symbol.
DANGER
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will result in death or serious (irreversible) injury.
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CAUTION
Warning signs
Electrical hazard
Hot surface
Scalding hazard
Danger of frost
or chemical burns
WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious (irreversible) injury.
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in moderate or minor (reversible) injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in damage to the product
and/or its functions or of a property in its proximity.
1.2.2 Safety alert symbol
Use of the safety alert symbol indicates a risk of injury.
Observe all measures that are marked with the safety alert symbol in order to avoid death or
injury.
1.2.3 Pictograms
Lifting hazard
Risk of corrosion and /
Harmful substances
Explosive atmosphere
High humidity
Biohazard
Stability hazard
Pollution Hazard
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Mandatory action signs
instructions
plug
Wear protective gloves
Prohibition signs
water
Mandatory regulation
Environment protection
Do NOT touch
Information to be observed in order to ensure optimum function of the product.
Read operating
Do NOT spray with
Disconnect the power
Wear safety goggles
Do NOT climb
Lift with mechanical
assistance
1.2.4 Word message panel structure
Type / cause of hazard.
Possible consequences.
∅ Instruction how to avoid the hazard: prohibition
Instruction how to avoid the hazard: mandatory action.
Observe all other notes and information not necessarily emphasized in the same way, in order to avoid
disruptions that could result in direct or indirect injury or property damage.
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Pictograms (warning signs)
Service label
1.3 Localization / position of safety labels on the unit
The following labels are located on the unit:
Hot surface (inner glass door next to the glass door handle)
Burning and scalding hazard (unit rear)
Figure 1: Position of labels on the unit rear
Keep safety labels complete and legible.
Replace safety labels that are no longer legible. Contact BINDER Service for these replacements.
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Indications of the type plate (example)
Information
BINDER
Manufacturer: BINDER GmbH
KMF 720
Model designation
Constant climate chamber
Device name
Built
2014
Serial no. of the unit
Serial No.
00-00000
Year of construction
Nominal temperature
100 °C / 212 °F
Nominal temperature
Enclosure protection
IP 20
IP type of protection acc. to EN 60529
Temp. safety device
DIN 12880
Temperature safety device acc. to standard DIN 12880
Class
3.1
Class of temperature safety device
Art. No.
9020-0192
Art. no. of the unit
Project No.
---
Optional: Special application acc. to project no.
3,10 kW
Nominal power
200-240 V 1 N ~
Nominal voltage +/-10%, phase indication
12,9 A
Nominal current
50/60 Hz
Power frequency
(15 bar / 218 PSI)
R 134A - 0,41 kg
Refrigerant type and filling weight
Contains fluorinated greenhouse gases covered by the Kyoto Protocol
Symbol on the type plate
Information
Nominal temperature
100°C
3,10 kW
MAX. OPERATING PRESSURE 15 BAR
212°F
200-240 V 1 N ~
R 134A - 0,41 KG
Class
IP 20
DIN 12880
3.1
Art. No.
US PATS 4585923 / 5222612 / 5309981
Project No.
5405194 / 5601143 / 5773287 / 6079403
Built
2014
Constant climate chamber
D 78532 Tuttlingen / Germany
Internet: www.binder-world.com
KMF 720 Serial No. 00-00000
1.4 Type plate
The type plate sticks to the left side of the unit, bottom right-hand.
Enclosure protection
Temp. safety device
9020-0192
12,9 A
50/60 Hz
Figure 2: Type plate (example of KMF 720 regular unit 9020-0192)
Tel. + 49 (0) 7462/ 2005-0
Contains fluorinated greenhouse gases
covered by the Kyoto Protocol
E5.3 Made in Germany
Max. operating pressure 15 bar Max operating pressure in the refrigerating system
CE conformity marking
Electrical and electronic equipment manufactured / placed
on the market in the EC after 13 August 2005 and be disposed of in separate collection according to the directive
2002/96/EC on waste electrical and electronic equipment
(WEEE).
The equipment is certified in the GOST R certification system of GOSTSTANDARD Russia.
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1.5 General safety instructions on installing and operating the constant climate
chamber
With regard to operating the constant climate chamber KMF and to the installation location, please observe the guideline BGI/GUV-I 850-0 on safe working in laboratories (formerly BGR/GUV-R 120 or ZH
1/119 laboratory guidelines issued by the employers’ liability insurance association) (for Germany.
BINDER GmbH is only responsible for the safety features of the unit provided skilled electricians or qualified personnel authorized by BINDER perform all maintenance and repair, and if components relating to
chamber safety are replaced in the event of failure with original spare parts.
To operate the unit, use only original BINDER accessories or accessories from third-party suppliers authorized by BINDER. The user is responsible for any risk caused by using unauthorized accessories.
CAUTION
Danger of overheating.
Damage to the unit.
∅ Do NOT install the unit in unventilated recesses.
Ensure sufficient ventilation for dispersal of the heat.
Do not operate the constant climate chamber KMF in hazardous locations.
DANGER
Explosion hazard.
Danger of death.
∅ Do NOT operate the unit in potentially explosive areas.
∅ KEEP explosive dust or air-solvent mixtures AWAY from the unit.
The constant climate chamber KMF does not dispose of any measures of explosion protection.
DANGER
Explosion hazard.
Danger of death.
∅ Do NOT introduce any substance into the constant climate chamber which is combus-
tible or explosive at working temperature.
∅ NO explosive dust or air-solvent mixture in the inner chamber.
Any solvent contained in the charging material must not be explosive or inflammable. I.e., irrespective of
the solvent concentration in the steam room, NO explosive mixture with air must form. The temperature
inside the chamber must lie below the flash point or below the sublimation point of the charging material.
Familiarize yourself with the physical and chemical properties of the charging material, as well as the contained moisture constituent and its behavior with the addition of heat energy and humidity.
Familiarize yourself with any potential health risks caused by the charging material, the contained moisture
constituent or by reaction products that may arise during the temperature process. Take adequate
measures to exclude such risks prior to putting the constant climate chamber into operation.
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DANGER
Electrical hazard.
Danger of death.
∅ The unit must NOT become wet during operation or maintenance.
The constant climate chambers were produced in accordance with VDE regulations and were routinely
tested in accordance to VDE 0411-1 (IEC 61010-1).
During and shortly after operation, the temperature of the inner surfaces almost equals the set-point.
CAUTION
The glass doors, the glass door handles, and the inner chamber will become hot
during operation.
Danger of burning.
∅ Do NOT touch the glass doors, the inner surfaces or the charging material during opera-
tion.
WARNING
Stability hazard.
Danger of injury.
Damage to the unit and the charging material.
Housing cover breakaway.
∅ Do NOT climb on the lower housing cover.
∅ Do NOT load the lower housing cover with heavy objects while the unit door is open.
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1.6 Intended use
Constant climate chambers series KMF are suitable for exact conditioning of harmless materials. A mixture of any component of the charging material with air must NOT be explosive. The operating temperature must lie below the flash point or below the sublimation point of the charging material.
Other applications are not approved.
Constant climate chambers series KMF are not classified as medical devices as defined by the
Medical Device Directive 93/42/EEC.
Following the instructions in this operating manual and conducting regular maintenance work
(chap. 15) are part of the intended use.
DANGER
Explosion hazard.
Danger of death.
∅ Do NOT introduce any substance combustible or explosive at working temperature into
the constant climate chamber.
∅ NO explosive dust or air-solvent mixture in the inner chamber.
The charging material shall not contain any corrosive ingredients that may damage the machine components made of stainless steel, aluminum, and copper. Such ingredients include in
particular acids and halides. Any corrosive damage caused by such ingredients is excluded
from liability by BINDER GmbH.
WARNING: If customer should use a BINDER chamber running in non-supervised continuous
operation, we strongly recommend in case of inclusion of irrecoverable specimen or samples
to split such specimen or samples and store them in at least two chambers, if this is feasible.
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threshold limit value
with permanent load
Substance
Formula
ppm
mg/m3
ppm
mg/m3
Ammonia
NH3
20
14
5500
4000
Acetone
CH3COCH3
500
1200
3300
8000
Benzene
300
1200
150000
Chlorine
Cl2
0.5
1.5
0.7 2 Acetic acid
CH3COOH
10
25
800
2000
Ethyl acetate
CH3COOC2H5
400
1400
4000
15000
Ethanol
C2H5OH
500
960
3500
6000
Ethylene glycol
HOCH2CH2OH
10
26
1200
3000
Formaldehyde
HCHO
0.3
0.37
2400
3000
Isopropanol
(CH3)2CHOH
200
500
4800
12000
Methanol
CH3OH
200
260
3500
6000
Methyl ethyl ketone
C2H5COCH3
200
590
3300
8000
Ozone
O3
0.1
0.2
0.5 1 Hydrochloric acid
HCl 2 3
300
500
Hydrogen sulphide
H2S
10
15
350
500
Nitrogen oxides
NOx
5 9 5 9 Sulphur dioxide
SO2
5
13 5 13
Toluol
C6H5CH3
100
380
1300
5000
Xylene
C6H4(CH3)2
100
440
1300
5000
1.7 Resistance of the humidity sensor against harmful substances
The following list of harmful substances refers only to the humidity sensor and does not include any other
materials incorporated in the unit or prohibited substances in relation to explosion protection.
Some gases - especially clean gases - do not have any influence on the humidity sensor. Others do have
a very small influence, whereas others may influence the sensor to a larger extent.
• The following gases do not influence the sensor and the humidity measurement: Argon (Ar), carbon
dioxide (CO
• The following gases do not or to a minor extent influence the sensor and the humidity measurement:
Butane (C
• The following gases do not, or to a minor extent influence the sensor and the humidity measurement,
provided that the indicated loads are not exceeded:
), ethane (C2H6), methane (CH4), natural gas propane (C3H8)
4H10
Maximum work place
Tolerated concentration
These values are to be considered as approximate values. The sensor resistance largely depends on
the temperature and humidity conditions during the time of exposure to harmful substances. Avoid
simultaneous condensation. Tolerated error of measurement: ± 2 %r.H. The maximum work place
threshold limit value is one that can be regarded as harmless for humans.
• Vapors of oil and fat are dangerous for the sensor because they may condensate at the sensor and
thus prevent its function (insulating layer). For similar reasons it is not possible to measure smoke
gases.
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2. Unit description
The constant climate chambers KMF are equipped with a multifunctional microprocessor display controller
with 2-channel technology for temperature and humidity plus a digital display accurate to one-tenth of a
degree resp. 0.1% r.H. With its comprehensive program control functions, the display program controller
MB1 permits the high precision performance of temperature and humidity cycles.
With its microprocessor controlled humidifying and dehumidifying system the KMF is a high-precision
constant climate chamber. It completely meets the requirements of the stipulated stability and durability
tests for industrial products:
The APT.line™ preheating chamber system guarantees high level of spatial and time-based temperature
precision, thanks to the direct and distributed air circulation into the interior. The fan supports exact attainment and maintenance of the desired temperature accuracy.
Furthermore, it permits simulating exactly and over long periods constant conditions for other applications
such as sample conditioning for material testing of paper, textiles, plastics, building materials, etc.
A resistance humidifying system humidifies the air. For this purpose, use deionized (demineralized) water.
The option BINDER Pure Aqua Service allows using the chamber with any degree of water hardness.
The inner chamber, the pre-heating chamber and the interior side of the doors are all made of stainless
steel V2A (German material no. 1.4301, US equivalent AISI 304). The housing is RAL 7035 powdercoated. All corners and edges are also completely coated.
All unit functions are easy and comfortable to use thanks to their clear arrangement. Major features are
easy cleaning of all unit parts and avoidance of undesired contamination.
The efficient program controller is equipped with a multitude of operating functions, in addition to recorder
and alarm functions. Programming of test cycles is easily accomplished via the modern MB1 color-display
controller and is also possible directly with a computer via Intranet in connection with the communication
software APT-COM™ 3 DataControlSystem (option, chap. 14.1). The constant climate chamber KMF
comes equipped with an Ethernet serial interface for computer communication. In addition, the BINDER
communication software APT-COM™ 3 permits networking up to 30 units and connecting them to a PC
for controlling and programming, as well as recording and representing temperature and humidity data.
For further options, see chap.18.5.
The KMF 720 is equipped with four castors. Both front castors can be easily locked via the attached
brakes.
The chambers can be operated in a temperature range from -10 °C / 14 °F up to +100 °C / 212 °F and in
a humidity range of 10% r.H. to 90% r.H.
For the control ranges of temperature and humidity, see diagram (chap. 12).
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(A)
(D)
2.1 Unit overview
(B)
(C)
Figure 3: KMF 720
(A) Instrument box
(B) Door handles
(C) Outer door
(D) Refrigerating machine and humidity generation module
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2.2 Lateral control panel, right side
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
Figure 4: Lateral control panel KMF at the right side of the humidity module
with options analog outputs and additional Pt 100 sensor
(2) Main power switch ON/OFF
(3) Humidity switch ON/OFF
(4) DIN-socket additional Pt 100 sensor (option)
(5) DIN-socket analog outputs (option)
(6) Ethernet interface with indication of the MAC address for computer communication
(7) RS422 interface (for service purpose only)
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2.3 Lateral control panel, left side (option)
(8)
(9)
Figure 5: Lateral control panel KMF (option) at the left side of the humidity module
with option temperature safety device class 3.3
(8) Temperature safety device class 3.1 (part of option safety device class 3.3)
(9) Temperature safety device class 3.2 (part of option safety device class 3.3)
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2.4 Instrument box
(1)
Figure 6: Triangle instrument box
(1) MB1 microprocessor program controller with 2-channel technology for temperature and humidity
3. Completeness of delivery, transportation, storage, and installa-
tion
3.1 Unpacking, and checking equipment and completeness of delivery
After unpacking, please check the unit and its optional accessories, if any, based on the delivery receipt
for completeness and for transportation damage. Inform the carrier immediately if transportation damage
has occurred.
The final tests of the manufacturer may have caused traces of the shelves on the inner surfaces. This has
no impact on the function and performance of the unit.
Please remove any transportation protection devices and adhesives in/on the unit and on the doors and
remove the operating manuals and accessory equipment.
CAUTION
Sliding or tilting of the unit.
Damage to the unit.
Risk of injury by lifting heavy loads.
∅ Do NOT lift or transport the unit using the door, the handle, or the lower housing.
Lift the units from the pallet using technical devices (fork lifter). Set the fork lifter only
from the front or rear in the middle of the unit.
∅ Do NOT set the fork lifter from the unit side.
If you need to return the unit, please use the original packing and observe the guidelines for safe lifting
and transportation (chap. 3.2).
For disposal of the transport packing, see chap. 16.1.
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Note on second-hand units (Ex-Demo-Units):
Second-hand units are units that were used for a short time for tests or exhibitions. They are thoroughly
tested before resale. BINDER ensures that the chamber is technically sound and will work flawlessly.
Second-hand units are marked with a sticker on the unit door. Please remove the sticker before commissioning the unit.
3.2 Guidelines for safe lifting and transportation
The front castors can be blocked by brakes. After operation, please observe the guidelines for temporarily
decommissioning the unit (chap. 16.2). Please move the units with castors only when empty and on an
even surface, otherwise the castors may be damaged.
CAUTION
Sliding or tilting of the unit.
Damage to the unit.
Risk of injury by lifting heavy loads.
Transport the unit in its original packaging only.
For moving or shipping, secure the constant climate chamber with transport straps.
∅ Do NOT lift or transport the unit using the door, the handle, or the lower housing.
Lift the units using technical devices (fork lifter). Set the fork lifter only from the front or
rear in the middle of the unit.
∅ Do NOT set the fork lifter from the unit side.
You can order transport packing for moving or shipping purposes from BINDER service.
Permissible ambient temperature range during transport:
• If the steam humidifying system has NOT been emptied: +3 °C / 37.4 °F to +60 °C / 140 °F.
• After BINDER Service has emptied the steam humidifying system: -10 °C / 14 °F to +60 °C / 140 °F.
With temperatures below +3 °C / 37.4 °F, water must be completely removed from the humidifying system.
CAUTION
Transport below +3 °C / 37.4 °F with filled steam humidifying system.
Freezing in the steam generator.
Damage to the unit.
Contact BINDER Service before any transportation below +3 °C / 37.4 °F.
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Danger of corrosion on the housing after operating at humidity values > 70 % r.H. for
) and close the tap of the
3.3 Storage
Intermediate storage of the unit is possible in a closed and dry room. Observe the guidelines for temporary decommissioning (chap. 16.2).
Permissible ambient temperature range during storage:
• If the steam humidifying system has NOT been emptied: +3 °C / 37.4 °F to +60 °C / 140 °F.
• After BINDER Service has emptied the steam humidifying system: -10 °C / 14 °F to +60 °C / 140 °F
With temperatures below +3 °C / 37.4 °F, water must be completely removed from the humidifying system.
CAUTION
Storage below +3 °C / 37.4 °F with filled steam humidifying system.
Freezing in the steam generator.
Damage to the unit.
Contact BINDER Service before any transportation below +3 °C / 37.4 °F.
• Set the humidity to 0 % r.H. and turn on humidity switch (3).
• Set the temperature set point to 60 °C / 140 °F for approx. 2 hours (Manual mode).
• Only then, shut down the unit at the main power switch (2
water supply.
When after storage in a cold location you transfer the unit to its warmer installation site, condensation may
form. Before start-up, wait at least one hour until the chamber has attained ambient temperature and is
completely dry.
3.4 Location of installation and ambient conditions
Set up the constant climate chamber on a flat, even surface, and in a well-ventilated, dry location and
align it using a spirit level. The site of installation must be capable of supporting the unit’s weight (see
technical data, chap. 18.4). The chambers are designed for setting up inside a building (indoor use).
CAUTION
Danger of overheating.
Damage to the unit.
∅ Do NOT set up unit in non-ventilated recesses.
Ensure sufficient ventilation for dispersal of the heat.
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CAUTION
•Permissible ambient temperature range during operation: +18 °C / 64.4 °F to +32 °C / 89.6 °F. At
elevated ambient temperature values, fluctuations in temperature can occur.
The ambient temperature should not be substantially higher than the indicated ambient temperature of +25 °C / 77 °F to which the specified technical data relate. Deviations from the
indicated data are possible for other ambient conditions.
With each degree of ambient temperature >25 °C / 77 °F, the refrigeration power decreases by
When operating the chamber at temperature set-points below ambient temperature, high ambient humidity may lead to condensation on the unit.
• Installation height: max. 2000 m above sea level.
A water tap (1 bar to 10 bar) is necessary for the installation of the humidification system (chap. 4.3). If no
suitable in-house water connection is available, you can manually supply water by filling the freshwater
can (option, chap. 14.7).
To avoid any possible water damage, provide a floor drain at the location of the device. Select
a suitable installation site to avoid any consequential damage by splashing water.
When placing several units of the same size side by side, maintain a minimum distance of 250 mm / 9.84 in between each unit. Wall distances: rear 100 mm / 3.9 in, sides 160 mm / 6.29 in. Spacing above the
unit of at least 100 mm / 3.9 in must also be accounted for.
Danger by stacking.
Damage to the units.
∅ Do NOT place constant climate chambers on top of each other.
To completely separate the unit from the power supply, you must disconnect the power plug. Install the
unit in a way that the power plug is easily accessible and can be easily pulled in case of danger.
With an increased amount of dust in the ambient air, clean the condenser fan (by suction or blowing) several times a year.
Avoid any conductive dust in the ambiance according to the unit layout complying with pollution degree 2
(IEC 61010-1).
Do not install or operate the constant climate chamber KMF in potentially explosive areas.
DANGER
Explosion hazard.
Danger of death.
∅ Do NOT operate the unit in potentially explosive areas.
KEEP explosive dust or air-solvent mixtures AWAY from the vicinity of the unit.
After turning off the unit, you must close the tap of the water supply. Install the unit in a way that the
freshwater supply is easily accessible.
In case of a prolonged temporal decommissioning: Leave the unit door open or remove the access port
plugs.
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4. Installation and connections
4.1 Spacer for wall distance
Please fix both spacers with the supplied screws at the unit rear. This serves to ensure the prescribed
minimum distance to the rear wall of 100 mm / 3.94in.
Figure 7: Spacer for wall distance
Figure 8: Rear KMF with mounted spacers
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with hose
with screw
4.2 Wastewater connection
Fasten the wastewater hose to the wastewater connection “OUT” (11) on the rear of the unit (olive ∅ 14
mm). Observe the following points:
• You can use a part of the supplied water hose as a drainage hose. In case another hose is used, it has
to be permanently resistant against at least 95 °C / 203 °F.
• Mount the wastewater hose with a maximum positive inclination of 1 m and a maximum total length of
3 m.
• Protect both ends of the drainage hose with two of the four supplied hose clamps.
Waste water is collected in an internal can with a volume of approx. 0.5 liters. It is pumped off
only when required, thus there is no continuous waste water flow.
(22)
(9)
(12) (11)
Figure 9: Rear view KMF with water connections
(9) Power cable
(11) Wastewater connection “OUT”
olive for hose ½“
(12) Freshwater connection “IN”
thread ¾’’ for hose ½“, with union nut
(22) Socket for optional freshwater can (chap.
14.7.1)
Protect the waste water supply at both sides with the supplied hose clamps.
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CAUTION
For the water supply, fix the delivered adapter with hose olive on the thread at the rear of
4.3 Freshwater supply
Connect the waste water pipe before connecting the unit to a freshwater pipe or filling the
freshwater can (option, chap. 14.7).
You can supply the unit with freshwater via a water pipe or by manually filling a freshwater can (option,
chap. 14.7).
Water intake temperature NOT below +5 °C / 41 °F and not exceeding 40 °C / 104 °F.
Calcification of the humidifying system.
Damage to the unit.
Operate the unit with deionized (demineralized) water only.
Types of suitable water quality:
• Deionized water from a water treatment installation already existing at the customer's site. Conductivity
from 1 µS /cm up to a maximum of 20 µS/cm. (Water, which is in equilibrium with the CO
and has a conductivity below 1 µS/cm (ultrapure water), may cause acid corrosion due to its low pH.)
• Water treated by the optional water treatment system BINDER Pure Aqua Service (disposable system).
A reusable measuring equipment to assess the water quality is included (chap. 14.8).
BINDER GmbH is NOT responsible for the water quality at the user’s site.
Any problems and malfunctions that might arise following use of water of deviating quality is
excluded from liability by BINDER GmbH.
The warranty becomes void in the event of use of water of deviating quality.
in the air,
2
4.3.1 Automatic fresh water supply via water pipe
An enclosure inside the unit contains the connection kit for freshwater and wastewater. Install the freshwater connection using either the enclosed water hose or another pressure-resistant one. To accomplish
this, remove the cover of the freshwater connection “IN” (12) on the rear of the unit. Protect both ends of
the hose with two of the four supplied hose clamps.
Before turning on the unit, check the connection for leaks. Water supply is automatically effected via the
freshwater connection “IN” (12).
As the appliance only lets in water when required, there is no continuous water flow.
• Supply pressure 1 to 10 bar when connecting to a water pipe
• Water type: deionized (demineralized) water
• Water intake temperature NOT below +5 °C / 41 °F and not exceeding 40 °C / 104 °F.
• The water intake should be provided with a shut-off slide or water-tap.
•
the chamber.
• Protect the water supply at one side with the supplied hose clamp.
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4.3.2 Manual fresh water supply via external freshwater can (option)
If no house water connection with suitable water is available, you can manually supply water by filling a
freshwater can (option, volume: 20 liters / 0.71cu.ft. You can attach the freshwater can on the rear of the
unit or place it next to the unit (chap. 14.7).
To guarantee humidification during 24 hours even at high humidity set-points with manual water supply, we recommend filling the freshwater can (option) daily at the end of the day.
4.3.3 Connection kit for connecting the unit to the water main
A safety kit against flooding caused by burst water hoses is enclosed with the constant climate chamber. It
consists of the following:
• Hose burst protection device
• Hose nozzle with screwing
• 4 hose clamps
• 6m water hose, divisible for the feed hose and drain
Protection principle of hose burst protection:
Whenever a strong water flow of about 18 l / min. occurs, e.g. caused by a burst water hose, a valve au-
tomatically cuts off the water supply, which can be heard as a clicking noise. The water supply now remains shut until it is manually released.
Assembly:
Screw the hose burst protection device onto a water tap with a G¾ inch right turning thread connection.
The connection is self-sealing. Establish the connection between the safety kit and the chamber with a
part of the supplied hose. Protect both ends of the hose by the supplied hose clamps.
We recommend connecting the hose as the last step in order to avoid twisting the hose while screwing on
the safety kit.
Open the water tap slowly in order to avoid actuating the hose burst protection device.
Figure 10: Assembly of the connection kit
Release of the reflux protection device:
In case the burst protection device has interrupted the water supply, first find the reason and remove it as
necessary. Close the water tap. Release the valve by a half left-turn of the upper knurled part. You can
hear the release of the valve as a clicking noise. Tighten the burst protection device against the water tap
by a right turn. Open the water tap slowly afterwards.
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Maintenance of the assembly of the hose burst protection device:
Calcification can impair valve function. We recommend an annual inspection by a skilled plumber. The
plumber should demount the safety kit to check the valve by hand for function, calcification or blockage.
CAUTION
Danger of calcification.
Impairment of valve function.
Have a plumber inspect the valve annually.
Remove calcifications by citric acid or acetic acid solutions.
Continue by testing the function and tightness of the mounted unit
Check: Quickly open the water tap while there is no chamber connected – the valve should cut off the
water flux without any delay.
A safety kit with a reflux protection device is available for protection of the drinking water system, acc. to
DIN 1988 part 4, and against flooding caused by burst water hoses.
Protection principles:
Whenever a strong water flow of about 18 l / min. occurs, e.g. caused by a burst water hose, a valve automatically cuts off the water supply, which can be heard as a clicking noise. The water supply now remains shut until it is manually released.
A possible endangering of the drinking water system depends on the risk potential of the charging material. Under unfavorable conditions (e.g. decreasing pressure inside the tap water system), drained off
charging material could be sucked out of the chamber via the steam generator into the tap water system
and therefore contaminate the drinking water. According to standard DIN 1988, part 4, the safety kit with
reflux protection device provides security in case of short-term utilization of substances with low risk potential. When using substances bearing a higher risk potential, install a pipe disconnector to assure absolute protection. It is the user’s responsibility to prevent (according to national standards) any reflux of contaminated water from getting into the drinking water system.
Assembly:
The standard supplied parts – hose burst protection device, hose nozzle with screwing – are not needed.
Screw the pre-mounted assembly of the hose burst protection and reflux protection devices onto a water
tap with a G¾ inch right turning thread connection. The connection is self-sealing. Establish the connection between the safety kit and the chamber with a part of the supplied hose. Protect both ends of the
hose with the supplied hose clamps.
We recommend connecting the hose as the last step in order to avoid twisting it while screwing on the
safety kit.
Open the water tap slowly in order to avoid actuating the hose burst protection device.
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Figure 11: Assembly of the safety kit (hose burst protection and reflux protection devices)
Release of the reflux protection device:
In case the hose burst protection device interrupts the water supply, first find the reason and remove it as
necessary. Close the water tap. Release the valve by a half left-turn of the upper knurled part. You can
hear the release of the valve as a clicking noise. Tighten the burst protection device against the water tap
by a right turn. Open the water tap slowly afterwards.
Maintenance of the assembly of hose burst protection and reflux protection devices:
Calcification can impair the function of both valves. We recommend an annual inspection by a skilled
plumber. The plumber should remove the safety kit with the reflux protection device to check both valves
by hand for proper function and calcification or blockage.
CAUTION
Danger of calcification.
Impairment of valve function.
Have a plumber inspect the two valves annually.
Remove calcifications by citric acid or acetic acid solutions.
Continue by testing the function and tightness of the mounted unit.
Check: Quickly open the water tap while there is no chamber connected – the valve should cut off the
water flux without any delay.
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+/-10 %
frequency
CAUTION
4.4 Electrical connection
The constant climate chamber comes with a fixed power connection cable that has a length of 1800 mm /
5.9 ft. The socket must also provide a protective conductor.
Model Power plug
KMF 720
Prior to connection and start-up, check the power supply voltage. Compare the values to the specified
data located on the unit’s type plate (left unit side, bottom right-hand, see chap. 1.4).
When connecting, please observe the regulations specified by the local electricity supply company and as
well as the VDE directives (for Germany). We recommend the use of a residual current circuit breaker.
• Pollution degree (acc. to IEC 61010-1): 2
• Installation category (acc. to IEC 61010-1): II
See also electrical data (chap. 18.4).
To completely separate the unit from the power supply, you must disconnect the power plug.
Install the unit in a way that the power plug is easily accessible and can be easily pulled in case
of danger.
Shock-proof
plug
Danger of incorrect power supply voltage.
Damage to the equipment.
Check the power supply voltage before connection and start-up.
Compare the power supply voltage with the data indicated on the type plate.
Voltage
200 V to 240 V 1N~ 50/60 Hz 16 Amp
Current type
Power
Unit fuse
Remark when operating with a power frequency of 60 Hz:
WARNING
High leakage current.
Electrical hazard.
Earth connection essential before connecting supply. Check socket before inserting
plug.
When connected to a power supply 1N~ with a frequency of 60 Hz, a leakage current of more than 3.5
mAmp is possible. If grounding through the power cable is insufficient or missing, the leakage current may
flow through the user’s body. Correct installation of the professional grade power socket provided by the
user safely avoids this. Before connecting the unit to the socket, please check its grounding contact type
plug for appropriate construction and if it is undamaged.
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W X
CONFIG HAND VIEW->
EXIT
W 08:43:55 20.12.05
TEMP
°C
25.0
36.8
HUMID
%rH
50.0
58.6
Pilot lamp: Ready for operation
5. Start up
• After connecting the supply lines (chap. 4), turn on the unit via the main power switch (2).
• Open the water-tap for freshwater supply. Alternatively, fill the freshwater can (option, chap. 14.7).
• Turn on the humidifying and dehumidifying system with switch (3) (humidity switch ON/OFF).
After the first turning on of the chamber or after an interruption of the power supply the relative humidity
will increase after a delay of about 20 minutes. During this period, the relative humidity can drop considerably.
Warming chambers may release odors in the first few days after commissioning. This is not a quality defect. To reduce odors quickly we recommend heating up the chamber to its nominal temperature for one
day and in a well-ventilated location.
WARNING: If customer should use a BINDER chamber running in non-supervised continuous
operation, we strongly recommend in case of inclusion of irrecoverable specimen or samples
to split such specimen or samples and store them in at least two chambers, if this is feasible.
5.1 Function overview of the MB1 display program controller
EXIT button (to exit a menu point)
AUTOMATIC button (to start a previously entered program)
ENTER button (to confirm a selection)
Navigation buttons (functions are assigned by the menu)
Figure 12: MB1 temperature and humidity program controller
The MB1 2-channel program controller controls following values inside the constant climate chamber:
Channel 1: Temperature in °C (range without humidity: -10 °C / 14 °F to 100 °C / 212 °F)
Channel 2: Relative humidity in % r.H. (range 10 % r.H. to 90 % r.H.)
You can enter the desired set point values in Manual Mode or Program Mode (chap. 5.2) in the display
controller. For the control range of temperature and relative humidity, see chap. 12).
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W
X
08:43:55 15.12.13
CONFIG
VIEW->
PGM
TEMP
40.0
36.8
°C
HUMID
65.0
58.6
%rH
HAND
Set point values Actual values
Figure 13: Normal display of the MB1 program controller in Manual mode
5.2 Operating modes
The MB1 2-channel program controller operates in 3 modes:
Idle Mode
The controller is not functional, i.e., there is no heating or refrigeration
and no humidification or dehumidification. The fan turns at a 50% rate.
Manual Mode
(Fixed value operation)
(HAND)
Program Mode (AUTO)
The controller operates as a fixed-point control, i.e., set-points for
temperature and humidity can be defined, which are then maintained
(chap. 8).
An entered temperature and humidity program is run (chap. 9).
The MB1 program controller permits programming temperature and humidity cycles.
The controller offers 25 program memory positions with 100 program sections each. The total number of
program sections of all programs is limited to 500.
Programming can be done directly through the keypad of the controller or graphically through the software
APT-COM™ 3 DataControlSystem (option, chap. 14.1) specially developed by BINDER.
5.3 Performance after power failures
After the power returns, the unit continues to function in the original operating mode it was in previously
before an actual power failure had occurred. In Manual Mode (HAND), the controller regulates temperature and humidity to the last entered set-points, while in Program Mode (AUTO) it regulates temperature
and humidity to their set-points that were reached during the program operation. The power failure is noted in the event list (chap. 6.2) however, no error message is displayed indicating that a power failure has
taken place.
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5.4 Turning on the unit
Set the main power switch (2) to position I. The pilot lamp shows the unit is ready for operation.
Observe a delay time of approx. 30s between turning Off and On again. Otherwise an initialization problem may occur (display showing e.g. “–1999”).
Note that the chamber is in stand-by mode when the main power switch is in position I and the controller
display is dark. Turn on the unit by pressing any button. When turned on, the unit functions in the operating mode entered before turning off. In Manual Mode (HAND), the controller regulates temperature and
humidity to the last entered set-points, and in Program Mode (AUTO) it regulates temperature and humidity to their set-points reached during the previous program operation.
Structure of toggling between Idle Mode / Manual Mode / Program Mode:
Idle Mode
Menu program start Manual Mode (HAND)
Program Mode (AUTO)
or EXIT
HAND EXIT
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User Level
Date and time
Summer time
Language
Temperature unit
Buzzer
Safety controller
User-code No.
English
°C 1 Active
Sollwert Art
Offset
Language
English
User-settings
Instrument data
Contrast
Displ. Power down
Contin. operation
User Level
Safety control. Act + 36.8°C
Safety control. Set. 38.5
°C
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User-Settings
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Configuration 2
Configuration 1
Parameters
Choose variation
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Configuration 2
Parameters
Choose variation
Configuration 1
User-Settings
CONFIG
4 X
6. MB1 controller settings
6.1 Selection of the MB1 program controller’s menu language
The MB1 display program controller controls the temperature and humidity inside the constant climate
chamber. The controller communicates by a menu guide using real words in German, English or French.
The selection of the desired menu language is located in the sub-menu “User-Level” of the “UserSettings” menu. Select menu point “Language“.
User level code no. 1 (factory setting)
The row of buttons below the display is context- sensitive. The inscription above the buttons on the display
defines the button’s function.
Do NOT change the temperature unit from °C to °F.
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(Idle Mode or Manual Mode or
VIEW ->
NORMAL DISPLAY Idle Mode
W
X
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CONFIG
VIEW->
PGMTEMP
0.0
26.8
°C
HUMID
0.0
58.6
%rH
HAND
W
X
08:43:55 15.12.13
CONFIG
VIEW->
PGMFAN SPEED
50
%
HAND
X - TEMP
26.8
°C
X - HUMID
58.6
%rH
No heating or refrigeration, no humidification or dehumidification. The actual values (X) approximate ambient temperature and humidity. Fan operates at a 50% rate.
NORMAL DISPLAY Manual Mode
W
X
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CONFIG
VIEW->
PGM
TEMP
40.0
36.8
°C
HUMID
65.0
58.6
%rH
HAND
according to the previous entered set-points (W).
NORMAL DISPLAY Program Mode
W
X
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PROGRAM 01/SEC1 00:09:59
CONFIG
HAND VIEW->
PGM
TEMP
40.0
36.8
°C
HUMID
65.0
58.6
%rH
AUTO
fore via a program table is run.
EVENT LIST
CHART RECORDER FUNCTION
days
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Service Hotline
International: +49 7462 205 555
USA Toll Free: +1 866 885 9794
or +1 631 224
4340
: +7 495 988 1516
РоссияиСНГ
service@binder-world.com
www.binder-world.com
CONFIG
VIEW->
VIEW->
Best conditions for your success
6.2 Function overview of the MB1 program controller displays
The main operation level contains the following different displays:
•Normal display
Program Mode)
• Event List
• Chart recorder function
• Contact page
Button
permits toggling between the displays.
The Normal display enables comparison of the current temperature and humidity (W) to the set-point
values (X) or shows the fan working rate.
CONTACT PAGE
BINDER Service contact display.
or
Temperature and humidity values are maintained
Overview over the last 16 events or error occurrences of the unit.
A temperature and humidity program entered be-
Graphical display of the current temperature and
humidity values and review of the previous measurements on a historical display. A memory interval
of 5s corresponds to a supervision period of 2.5
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User-settings
Instrument data
Contrast
Displ. Power down
Contin. operation
User Level
Safety control. Act + 3
9.8 °C
Safety control. Set. + 42.0 °C
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6.3 Menu settings in the “User-settings” menu
Instrument data Instrument Name
Enter an individual name of the constant climate chamber.
Address
Enter a controller address (1 to 30) for operation with the communication
software APT-COM™.
All other entries are relevant only for service purposes.
Contrast
Displ. power down Switch off event
Contin. operation
User Level
Safety control.Set
Safety control.Act
(no function)
Do not change the entry “Wait. Period”.
Waiting period
You can enter a delay time after which the display, following manual activation, will automatically be turned off. This happens when the moment is outside the operation time defined in menu ”Contin. operation”.
Enter an operation time to determine the period of display activity. Outside the
defined time, the display is automatically turned off. Pressing down any key
will reactivate the display. After the time set in menu “Displ. power down“, the
display will turn off again when the actual time is not within the operation time
fixed in menu “Cont. operation“.
Toggle here to the display menu “User Level” (chap. 6.4) by entering a password. Factory default setting for this password is +00001. You can change the
password (“user code”) in the menu “User Level”.
The setting of the tolerance limit of the safety controller (chap. 10.2) is displayed. You cannot change it in this view.
The measuring result of the safety controller (chap. 10.2) is displayed. The
safety controller compares the value measured by a second independent
temperature sensor to the entered tolerance limit.
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User Level
Date and time
Summer time
Language
Temperature unit
Buzzer
Safety controller
User-code No.
English
°C
1
Active
6.4 Menu settings in the “User Level” menu
Date and time
Summer time
Language
Temperature unit
Buzzer
Safety controller
User-Code No.
Enter the actual date and time to provide the proper measurement records.
Data is displayed in the chart recorder function (chap. 7) of the controller and
will remain stored in case of a power failure.
Time is set one hour in advance during the summer time period.
Setting the summer time switch:
• Off: No change to summer time occurs
• User timed: Beginning and end of summer time can be set individually
• Automatic: The summer time arrangement for central Europe is enabled
(summer time from last Sunday of March until last Sunday of October)
Select the menu language as German, English, or French (chap. 6.1).
Do NOT change the temperature unit from °C to °F.
Audible alarm buzzer
Inactive: No audible alarm will sound if an alarm event happens (chap. 11).
Active: An audible alarm will sound in case of an alarm event (chap. 11).
Enter a safety controller tolerance limit to prevent temperature from exceeding
this setting. For setting, see chap. 10.2.
Change the password (“user code”) needed to access the menu “User level”.
Factory default setting +00001.
Keep in mind any modification of the user password. There is no
access to this menu without the correct password.
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Normal display of the chart recorder function:
Top left: The actual date and time are displayed.
H
History display with cursor:
Select button
H
= History. A pink line appears on
History - zoom function
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+22.6
%
rH
11:32:20 20.10.13
10:45:00
+23.9
°C
+22.6
%
rH
11:05:00
11:32:14 20.10.13
10:45:00
+23.9
°C
CONFIG
VIEW->
H
+22.6 % rH
11:05:00
7. Graphic representation of the historical measurement (chart
recorder function)
The representation of data imitates a chart recorder and allows recalling any set of measured data at any
point of time taken from the recorded period.
Below: The current values of temperature [ °C] and humidity [% r.H.] are numerically and graphically displayed.
Scaling:
Temperature: -10 °C / 14 °F to 100 °C / 212 °F
Humidity: 0% r.H. to 100% r.H.
Toggle to the zoom display by pressing button
Button
permits toggling between different repre-
sentations.
Depending on the selected kind of representation, button
might not have been visible until this procedure.
the display marking as a cursor the selected moment.
You can now recall the recorded data of any defined moment.
Top left: Date and time of the selected cursor position are
displayed.
Below: The corresponding temperature and humidity values of this instance are numerically and graphically displayed.
Scroll the cursor position using the arrow buttons.
Single arrow buttons: fine-tuning.
Double arrow buttons: page-up and page-down.
.:
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Magnifier buttons
: Zoom and zoom back
(i.e., shorten or extend the displayed period).
Toggle back to the former representation display using
this button
.
. The window “Cursor position”
to recall. Enter date and time with the arrow buttons
STA RT
Top left: Date and time of the selected cursor position
Below: The corresponding temperature and humidity
are numerically and graphically
Storage rate
Storage duration
(hours)
(days)
5 sec
60
2,5
10 sec
120 5 1 min
720
30
5 min
3600
150
10 min
7200
300
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0
+22.7°C
+28.4 % rH
21:00:00
19:00:00
Cursor position
Date
Time
Grenzwert
Offse
t
Date
10.01.0
2
Offse
t
Date
30.11.3
11:34:39 20.10.13
STAR
T
Cursor position
Date
Time 11:34:27
11:34:27 20.10.13
You can also directly enter any cursor position as a numerical input.
History representation: Toggling to any defined moment:
Press button
opens to enter date and time.
15.12.13
Select date or time with the arrow buttons and confirm
with ENTER.
Now you can access any moment that you would like
and confirm with ENTER.
Press button
.
History display at the selected point of time:
are displayed.
values of this moment
displayed.
The cursor line marks the corresponding moment.
The available presentation depends on the pre-selected storage rate. This means the higher the storage
rate, the more precisely but shorter the data representation will be, see table below:
Setting the storage rate clears the measured-value memory.
Danger of information loss.
Change the storage rate ONLY if the previously registered data is no longer needed.
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CAUTION
Configuration 1
Diagram view
Feed view
Event tracks
Datalogging
Interface
Analog view
Time/div
Sollwert Art
Storage rate
EXIT
Datalogging
Normal operation
Event operation
Timed operation
Normal operation
Store status
Store value
s
Storage rate
Actual val.
60s
On
CONFIG
User-Settings
Configuration 2
Configuration 1
Parameters
Choose variation
Parameters
Choose variation
2 X 3 X
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2 X
User-Settings
Configuration 2
Configuration 1
Grenzwert
Offset
User-Code ?
+00001
1 X
7.1 Setting the storage rate
Enter the storage rate with the arrow keys and
confirm by pressing “ENTER”.
To leave this menu press the “EXIT” button several
times.
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X
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CONFIG
VIEW->
PGM
TEMP
0.0
26.8
°C
HUMID
0.0
58.6
%rH
HAND
ing function,
Arrow buttons to select
the operation lines (no function)
Arrow buttons to
enter the value
Button to move the decimal point
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HAND
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Operating contacts
Contact 1
Contact 2
Contact 3
Contact 4
Contact 5
Contact 6
Contact 7
Contact 8
On
Off
Aus
Aus
Aus
Aus
Aus
Off
HAND
Contact 1
Off
On
Hand-Mode
TEMP
FAN
Oper
+40.0 °C
+80.0 %
TEMP
+0060.0
°C
HUMID
+65.0 %r.H.
EXIT
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HAND
HAND
Hand-Mode
TEMP
SPEED
Steuerkontakte
+29.3 °C
+80.0 %
Hand-Mode
TEMP
FAN SPEED
Operating contacts
+40.0 °C
+50.0 %
PGM
CONFIG
W
VIEW->
EXIT
HUMID
+65.0 %r.H.
8. Manual Mode
In Manual Mode (HAND) you can enter a temperature set-point, a humidity set-point, the fan speed (0% to
100%), and the switching-state of up to 8 operation lines (non-functional with standard unit). All settings
remain valid in Manual Mode (HAND) until the next manual change, if the unit had been turned off or in
case of toggling to Idle Mode or Program Mode (AUTO).
8.1 Entering the set point values
Idle Mode
No heating or refrigerat
no humidification.
Fan working at 50% rate (factory
setting).
Toggling to Manual Mode
Change of page
Toggling between temperature set-point, humidity set-point, and fan speed
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Setting ranges:
Temperature
Humidity
Fan speed
Due to safety reasons, reducing the fan speed to standstill is NOT possible. Thus, even if you
set the fan speed value to 0%, the fan will continue running at a reduced speed (approx. 25 %
of full speed).
For the control range of temperature and relative humidity, see the temperature / humidity diagram chap.
12).
With set-point type “Limit”, adapt the safety controller (chap. 10.2) or the temperature safety
device class 3.3 (option, chap. 10.3) always when you changed the temperature set-point. Set
the safety controller set-point or the set-point of temperature safety device class 3.3 (option) by
approx 2 °C to 5 °C above the controller temperature set-point.
-15 °C / 5 °F up to 100 °C / 212 °F
(Control ranges -10 °C / 14 °F up to 100 °C / 212 °F without humidity, +10 °C / 50 °F up
to 90 °C / 194 °F with humidity, see technical data, chap. 18.4)
0 % r.H. to 95 % r.H.
For possible combinations of temperature and humidity values without condensation,
see temperature / humidity diagram in chap. 12.
0 % (approx. 25 % of full speed) up to 100 % (full speed)
Reduce the fan speed only if required, because the spatial distribution of temperature
and humidity will also be reduced.
Technical data refers to 100% fan speed.
Recommended setting: Set-point type “Offset” with safety controller set-point 2 °C.
In Manual Mode, no program can be started. Set-points can be entered for temperature and for humidity.
The actual values equilibrate to these set-points.
When pushing the “EXIT” button in Manual Mode, the controller changes to Idle Mode. The set-points
entered in Manual Mode remain saved.
When incidentally pressing the “EXIT” button during Manual Mode operation, the controller will
change to Idle Mode and thus will not adjust any longer to the program set-points.
For a negative set-point entry, enter the numerical value first and then the minus sign
(-).
When operating without humidity (humidity switch (3) OFF), set the humidity set-point in Manual Mode to 0 % r.H. in order to avoid alarms (in case of the humidity deviating by more than
+/- 5% from the set-point).
8.2 Performance after power failure in Manual Mode
In Manual Mode (HAND), all functions return exactly to the same status the chamber had before power
failure. The set-points are immediately resumed. No error message indicating that a power failure has
taken place is displayed. However, the power failure will appear in the event list.
The MB1 2-channel program controller permits programming temperature and humidity cycles. It offers 25
program memory positions with 100 program sections each. The total cumulative number of program
sections is limited to 500. It is not possible to link several programs.
For each program section a temperature set-point, a humidity set-point, the fan speed (0% to 100%), and
the switching-state of up to 8 operation lines (non-functional with standard unit) can be entered.
Programming is possible directly by the keypad of the controller or graphically by the software APTCOM™ 3 DataControlSystem (option, chap. 14.1) specially developed by BINDER.
9.1 Menu-based program entry
Displays showing the initial normal display in Idle Mode
Hit button PGM. The window program selection appears.
Select a program via the arrow keys and confirm by pressing “ENTER”
The following display serves to select a subroutine:
TP-Program 1 Entry of temperature values and fan speed setting
TP-Program 2 Entry of humidity values
TP-Program 3 no function
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Prog. Select.
Prog 1PROG01
Prog 2PROG 02
Prog 3PROG03
Prog 4PROG04
Prog 5PROG05
Prog 6PROG06
Prog 7PROG07
Prog 8PROG08
Prog 9PROG09
Prog 10PROG10
Prog 11PROG11
Prog 1 PROG 01
TP- Program 2
TP- Program 3
TP- Program 1
Temperature at the
Program Mode
Program No.
Subprogram TP-Program No. 1
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Total number of program
repeat cycles
Duration of program
Number of start section in case
ZP-Abschnitt Abs. Nr. 5
insert
delete
9.2 Entry of temperature values and fan speed
Select the first subroutine “TP-Program 1” and confirm by pressing “ENTER”.
A program table will appear which is initially empty until you enter the temperature values. You can now
enter the temperature program.
beginning of the
program section
Fan speed in %
Factory setting:
50% in Idle Mode
100% in Manual Mode and
section
Operation lines
(no function)
of repeat cycles
sections
Parameter set (preselected)
Tolerance band limits temperature (maximum and minimum
temperature)
Number of repeats in case of
You can enter Program sections into this program table.
Hit the “PGM” button. An inquiry display appears allowing you to enter or delete individual program sec-
tions.
new New lines are added below in the table
insert New lines are added above a previously selected line
delete Individual lines that have been selected previously are deleted
Create as many lines, i.e. program sections, as desired. As a next step, values can be entered into these
lines. It is possible to add supplementary lines later or to delete individual lines at any time.
In this view, new program lines can be entered or deleted:
To enter values, select the corresponding line via the arrow keys.
Hit the “ENTER” button. The pro-gram editor appears.
Enter the individual values of the selected program section.
Setpoint 1 Temperature value at the start of the program section
FAN Fan speed in %
Operating contacts Operation lines (no function)
Time Duration of the program section
Repeat Section No. of start section in case of repeat cycles
Repeat Number No. of repeats in case of repeat cycles
Tol.-band min. Temperature limits (maximum / minimum temperature)
Tol.-band max.
Parameter set Pre-selected value (Do NOT change!)
Select the parameters via the arrow keys and confirm by pressing “ENTER”.
Then enter the values via the arrow keys, and confirm the entry by pressing “ENTER”.
For a negative set-point entry, enter the numerical value first, and only then the negative sign ().
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(In case of exceeding: temporary program stop)
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Prog. Select.
Prog 1PROG01
Prog 2PROG02
Prog 3PROG03
Prog 4PROG04
Prog 5PROG05
Prog 6PROG06
Prog 7PROG07
Prog 8PROG08
Prog 9PROG09
Prog 10PROG10
Prog 11PROG11
Prog 1 PROG 01
TP- Program 2
TP- Program 3
TP- Program 1
Humidity at the beginning
Program No.
Subprogram TP-Program No. 2
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2
Total number of program
Duration of program
Number of start section in case of
Number of repeats in case of
With set-point type “Limit”, the user shall adapt the safety controller (chap. 10.2) or the temperature safety device class 3.3 (option, chap. 10.3) to the highest temperature set-point value
of the program actually used. Check the safety device for each temperature program and
change it if necessary. Set the safety controller set-point or the set-point of the temperature
safety device class 3.3 (option) by approx. 2 °C to 5 °C above the controller temperature setpoint.
Recommended setting: Set-point type “Offset” with set-point 2 °C.
Performance after completing the program:
The controller changes to Idle Mode. Heating, refrigeration, and humidification are inactive; the chamber
approximates ambient temperature. The fan turns at 50% rate (factory setting).
9.3 Entry of humidity values
Select the second subroutine “TP-Program 2” and confirm by pressing “ENTER”. A program table will
appear which is initially empty until you enter the temperature values. You can now enter the humidity
program.
of the program section
Fan speed in %
(no function)
section
Proceeding further is equivalent to the temperature value entry described in chap. 9.2.
Time course of the subroutines:
When starting the overall program, both subroutines (TP-Program 1 and TP-Program 2) run off synchronously. They should be of the same duration because each of the subroutines becomes inactive after runoff (i.e., no heating or refrigeration and 50% fan speed after ZP 1 is completed, no humidification after ZP
2 is completed). When the complete program is finished, the controller changes to Idle Mode. Temperature and humidity proceed towards ambient values.
Performance after completing the program:
Operation lines
(no function)
repeat cycles
sections
Parameter set (preselected)
Tolerance band limits humidity
(maximum and minimum
humidity)
repeat cycles
The controller changes to Idle Mode. Heating, refrigeration, and humidification are inactive; the chamber
approximates ambient temperature. The fan turns at 50% rate (factory setting).
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01
02
03
04
05
06
07
08
09
W
t
9.4 Selecting between “set-point ramp” and “set-point step”
Set-points always refer to the start of a program section, i.e., at the beginning of each program section the
entered set-point is targeted. During program section operation, the temperature or humidity gradually
passes to the set-point entered for the next program section.
By appropriate planning of the program section timing, you can enter all kinds of temperature and humidity
transitions:
•Gradual temperature / humidity changes “set-point ramp”
The set-point changes its value gradually while proceeding from one program section to the next one
during the programmed section length. The actual temperature or humidity value (X) follows the continually moving set-point (W) at any time.
•Program sections with constant temperature / humidity
The initial values of two subsequent program sections are identical; so the temperature or humidity
remains constant during the whole time of the first program section.
•Sudden temperature / humidity changes “set-point step”
Steps are temperature or humidity changes (ramps) that occur during a very short interval. A section
with a different set-point follows two program sections with an identical set-point. If the duration of this
transitional program section is very short (minimum entry 1 sec), the temperature or humidity change
will proceed rapidly within the minimum amount of time.
Figure 14: Possible temperature or humidity transitions
The following chapter offers examples of programming a “set-point ramp” and a “set-point step”.
9.5 Program entry as “set-point ramp” or as “set-point step”
In order to avoid incorrect programming, we recommend plotting both the temperature and humidity profiles (chart templates in chap. 9.11 and 9.12) and entering the values into a table (templates in chap 9.13
and 9.14).
The controller provides 8 operation lines (non-functional with standard unit) that can be activated or deactivated for each program section.
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W/°C
t/min.
01
02
03 04
0
20
40
60
80
100
30
120
180
380
05
Tolerance
maximum
Tolerance
maximum
Program
Set-point
Fan
Section time
Operation
Target
No. of
Min.
Max.
01
40
100 %
00:30:00
Off 1 0
-1999
+9999
02
60
100 %
01:30:00
Off 1 0
-5
+5
03
90
100 %
01:00:00
Off 1 0
-2
+2
04
90
100 %
03:20:00
Off 1 0
-1999
+9999
05
20
100 %
00:00:01
Off 1 0
-1999
+9999
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Program entry as “set-point ramp” (example of a temperature program)
Program table corresponding to the diagram above:
section
temp.
lines
section
cycles
tolerance
tolerance
Now enter the values of the above program table into one of the 25 program places of the MB1 controller:
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W/°C
t/min.
01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08
0
20
40
60
80
100
30
120
180
380
Tolerance
minimum
Tolerance
maximum
Program
Set-point
Fan
Section time
Operation
Target
No. of
Min.
Max.
01
40
100 %
00:30:00
Off 1 0
-1999
+9999
02
40
100 %
00:00:01
Off 1 0
-1999
+9999
03
60
100 %
01:30:00
Off 1 0
-5
+5
04
60
100 %
00:00:01
Off 1 0
-1999
+9999
05
80
100 %
01:00:00
Off 1 0
-2
+2
06
80
100 %
00:00:01
Off 1 0
-1999
+9999
07
20
100 %
03:20:00
Off 1 0
-1999
+9999
08
20
100 %
00:00:01
Off 1 0
-1999
+9999
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Program entry as “set-point step” (example of a temperature program)
Program table corresponding to the diagram above:
section
temp.
lines
section
cycles
tolerance
tolerance
Now enter the values of the above program table into one of the 25 program places of the MB1 controller:
For rapid transition phases, do NOT program any tolerance limits in order to permit maximum
heating, refrigerating, and humidification speed.
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9.6 Information on programming different temperature or humidity transitions
• For the end value of the desired cycle, add an additional section (in the examples section 05 for “set-
point ramp” and section 08 for “set-point step”) with a section time of at least one second. Otherwise,
the program will stop one section too early because the program line is incomplete.
• When operating without humidity (humidity switch (3) OFF), enter a humidity sub-program with the
humidity set-point set to “0” to avoid alarms (in case the humidity deviates by more than +/- 5% from
the set-point).
•Program interruption (rest function): Hit key "HAND" in order to interrupt the program. During this
program interruption time the controller equilibrates to the set-points of the section actually reached.
The display reads “AUTO HAND” on the bottom right instead of “AUTO” (program operation). This
state lasts until you hit the “EXIT” key, then the program continues. If you want to cancel the interrupted
program, keep the “A UTO MATIC” button pressed down for at least 5 seconds.
•Tolerance band function: If the tolerance minimum is set to e.g. -5 and the tolerance maximum to
e.g. +5, the program is interrupted when the actual value deviates by 5 °C resp. 5 % r.H. or more from
the set-point value. During this program interruption time the controller equilibrates to the set-points of
the section actually reached. The display reads “AUTO HAND” on the bottom right instead of “AUTO”
(program operation). You can enter different values for tolerance maximum and minimum for each section. When the temperature or humidity are situated within the entered tolerance limits, the program is
automatically continued, and the indication “AUTOHAND” disappears. If you want to cancel the interrupted program, keep the “AUTOMAT IC” button pressed down for at least 5 seconds.
Programming of tolerances can extend program duration.
The number -1999 for the tolerance minimum means “-∞” and the number 9999 for the tolerance maximum means “+ ∞“. Entry of these numbers will never lead to program interruption.
When leaving the tolerance bandwidth in one of the subroutines, the course of time of the whole program, i.e., of both subroutines, is halted.
During the rapid transition phase, do NOT program any tolerance limits in order to permit the maximum
heating, refrigerating, or humidification speed.
• The initial setting ∗∗∗∗.∗ of the fan speed corresponds to the maximal speed of 100 %.
Do reduce the fan speed rate ONLY if it’s absolutely necessary for the essay. Usually, the
spatial exactitude of temperature and of humidity decreases with lesser ventilation. Technical data refers to a 100 % fan speed rate.
• Programming is stored even in case of power failure or after turning off the unit.
• The controller memory can store a maximum of 25 programs. Each program cannot exceed 100 sec-
tions. It is not possible to link programs. The total number of program sections of all programs is limited
to a maximum of 500.
• Running program (display “AUTO”): If you incidentally press the “EXIT” or “AUTOMAT IC ” button, the
controller will change to Idle Mode and thus will not adjust any longer to the program set-points
• Program interruption with rest function (display “AUTO HAND”): If you press the “EXIT” key, the pro-
gram continues. Button “ENTER” is non-functional. To cancel the program, keep the “AUT OMAT IC”
button pressed down for at least 5 seconds.
• Program interruption with tolerance band function (display “AUTO HAND”): Buttons “EXIT” and
“ENTER” are non-functional. To cancel the program, keep the “AUTOMAT IC” button pressed down for
at least 5 seconds.
General note:
The MB1 controller displays more menu entries than those described in this manual. These are password
protected because they are relevant for service purposes only and the user must not modify them. Only
service authorized by BINDER can access these entries.
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Program
Set-point
Fan
Section time
Operation
Target
No. of
Min.
Max.
01
40
100 %
00:30:00
Off 1 0
-1999
+9999
02
60
100 %
01:30:00
Off 1 0
-5
+5
03
90
100 %
01:00:00
Off 1 0
-2
+2
04
90
100 %
03:20:00
Off 1 0
-1999
+9999
05
20
100 %
00:00:01
Off 1 0
-1999
+9999
Program
Set-point
Fan
Section time
Operation
Target
No. of
Min.
Max.
01
40
100 %
00:30:00
Off 1 0
-1999
+9999
02
60
100 %
01:30:00
Off 1 0
-5
+5
03
90
100 %
01:00:00
Off 2 30
-2
+2
04
90
100 %
03:20:00
Off 1 0
-1999
+9999
05
20
100 %
00:00:01
Off 1 0
-1999
+9999
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9.7 Repetition of a section or several sections within a program
Here we use the example of a set-point ramp temperature program of chap. 9.5. The shaded sections 02
and 03 shall be repeated e.g. 30 times.
section
The following table shows the that results, whereby the differences to the table above are shaded.
section
Sections 02 and 03 will be executed in total 31 times; only then will the program continue.
Entry of the values into the display program table:
temp.
temp.
lines
lines
section
section
cycles
cycles
tolerance
tolerance
tolerance
tolerance
9.8 Performance after power failure in Program Mode
The program is resumed at the point where the interruption occurred with the latest set-points reached
during the program run. The power failure is noted in the event list. No error message is displayed indicating that a power failure had taken place.
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To have sections repeated infinitely, enter the number of cycles “Cy” as -1.
9.13 Program table template for temperature and fan speed rate
Programmer: Program No. (1 to 25): Date:
Program title: Operation lines are without function
Project:
No.
Temperature
[%]
FAN
(no function)
repeat cycles
No
peat cycles
Cy
minimum
Temperature
Tmin
maximum
Temperature
Tmax
set
04 1
Default setting
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Section
No.
Set-point
W-1
Fan speed
Section time
Time
Operation lines
Sk
Start section for
Number of
Toler. minimum
Tmin
Toler. maximum
Tmax
Parameter
Pa
01
.
00000000
1
02
∗∗∗∗.
00000000
1
03
.
00000000
1
04
.
00000000
1
05
.
00000000
1
06
∗∗∗∗.
00000000
1
07
.
00000000
1
08
.
00000000
1
09
.
00000000
1
10
.
00000000
1
11
.
00000000
1
12
.
00000000
1
13
.
00000000
1
14
.
00000000
1
15
∗∗∗∗.
00000000
1
16
.
00000000
1
17
.
00000000
1
18
.
00000000
1
19
∗∗∗∗.
00000000
1
20
.
00000000
1
9.14 Program table template for humidity
Programmer: Program No. (1 to 25) Date:
Program title: Operation lines are without function
Project:
Humidity
(no function)
(no function)
FAN
repeat cycles
No
repeat cycles
Cy
Humidity
Humidity
set
∗∗∗∗
∗∗∗∗
∗∗∗∗
∗∗∗∗
∗∗∗∗
∗∗∗∗
∗∗∗∗
∗∗∗∗
∗∗∗∗
∗∗∗∗
∗∗∗∗
∗∗∗∗
∗∗∗∗
∗∗∗∗
∗∗∗∗
no function no function Default setting
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∗∗∗∗
10. Temperature safety devices
10.1 Over temperature protective device (class 1)
The constant climate chamber KMF is equipped with an internal temperature safety device, class 1 acc. to
DIN 12880. It serves to protect the unit and prevents dangerous conditions caused by major defects.
If a temperature of approx. 110 °C / 230 °F is reached, the over temperature protective device permanently turns off the unit. The user cannot restart the device again. The protective cut-off device is located internally. Only a service specialist can replace it. Therefore, please contact an authorized service provider
or BINDER Service.
10.2 Safety controller (temperature safety device class 3.1)
The constant climate chamber is equipped with an over temperature safety device class 3.1 acc. to DIN
12880. It is designated as the “safety controller”. This second, electrically independent temperature con-
troller takes over at a selectable set point in case of a faulty condition. It serves to protect the charging
material against extremely high temperatures.
With option safety device class 3.3 (chap. 10.3) the safety controller is not used.
In this case, do NOT change the pre-set value of 100 °C / 212 °F.
The message “TEMPERATURE LIMIT” on the controller display indicates safety controller activity. The
safety controller controls the constant climate chamber to the entered safety controller set-point until the
temperature inside the chamber returns below this temperature and until you then reset the alarm message by button RESET.
Regularly check the safety controller setting for set-point type “Limit” or “Offset”
• in Manual Mode according to the entered set-point temperature value
• in Program Mode according to the highest temperature value of the selected temperature
program
Set the safety controller set-point by approx. 2 °C to 5 °C above the desired temperature setpoint.
10.2.1 Safety controller set-point types
Limit
Absolute maximum permitted temperature value.
Example:
Temperature set-point 40 °C / 104 °F
Limit value (safety controller set-point) set to 42 °C.
Offset
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Maximum over temperature above the active temperature set point. The maximum temperature changes internally and automatically with every set-point change it.
Example:
Temperature set-point 40 °C / 104 °F
Offset value (safety controller set-point) set to 2 °C.
Do NOT change the temperature unit from °C to °F.
Grundeinstellung
User-settings
Instrument data
Contrast
Displ. Power down
Contin. operation
User Level
Safety control. Act + 39,8 °C
Safety control. Set. + 42.0 °C
29
4 x
User Level
Date and time
Summer time
Language
Temperature unit
Buzzer
Safety controller
User-code No.
English
°C
1
Active
Safety Controller
Setpoint type
Setpoint
+ 42.0
Limit
Sollwert Art
Grenzwer
Offset
Setpoint
+0042.0
Sollwert Art
Grenzwer
Offset
Setpoint type
Limit
Offset
10.2.2 Checking and setting safety controller set-point type and safety controller set-
point
User level code no. 1 (factory setting)
In the menu “User Level” select the submenu “Safety controller”.
• Select the safety controller set-point type “Limit” or “Offset” in the field “Setpoint type”
• Enter the value for “Limit” or “Offset” in the field “Setpoint”.
For temperature disturbances see alarm indications, chap. 11.
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(8)
W
X
CONFI G HAND VIEW->
EXIT
W
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TEMP
°C
40.0
36.8
HUMID
%rH
65.0
58.6
(1)
10.3 Temperature safety device class 3.3 (DIN 12880) (option)
With the option over/under temperature protective device (temperature safety device class 3.3 acc. to DIN
12880) the unit is equipped with two additional safety devices (class 3.1 and class 3.2). The combination
of the safety devices is regarded as a safety device class 3.3.
The temperature safety device, class 3.3, serves to protect the constant climate chamber, its environment
and the contents from exceeding the maximum permissible temperature. Please observe the guideline
BGI/GUV-I on safe working in laboratories (formerly BGR/GUV-R 120 or ZH 1/119 laboratory guidelines
issued by the employers’ liability insurance association) (for Germany).
With safety device class 3.1 a maximum value for the temperature is set that the unit will not exceed due
to the regulatory function of the safety device class 3.1. This protection against excessively high temperatures can, for example, serve to protect the constant climate chamber, its environment and the material
under treatment from excess temperatures.
With safety device class 3.2 a minimum value for the temperature is set that the unit will not fall below
due to the regulatory function of the safety device class 3.2. This protection against excessively low temperatures can, for example, serve to protect sensitive loads from under cooling.
Both safety devices are functionally and electrically independent of the temperature control system. If an
error occurs, they perform regulatory function.
Safety devices class 3.1 (8) and class 3.2 (9) are located in the left lateral control panel.
With option temperature safety device class 3.3, the safety controller (chap. 10.2) must be set
to limit 100 °C / 212 °F.
Excess
temperature
Set-point
Insufficient
temperature
Figure 15: Temperature safety device class 3.3
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• Turn the control knob (8) of the safety device using a coin to its end-stop (posi-
) until its trip point
a), the message “TEMP
the buzzer with
The optimum setting for the safety device is obtained by turning the control
the red
: Setting
safety device class
(8a)
(8)
10.3.1 Temperature safety device class 3.1
If you turn the control knob (8) to its end-stop (position 10), the safety device
class 3.1 protects the appliance. If you set the temperature a little above the
set-point, it protects the charging material.
If the safety device class 3.1 has taken over control, identifiable by the red
alarm lamp (8a) lighting up, the message “TEMP ALARM” on the controller
will be displayed and the buzzer will sound, then proceed as follows:
• Reset the buzzer by pressing the “RESET” key on the controller
• Disconnect the unit from the power supply
• Have an expert examine and rectify the cause of the fault.
• Start the unit again as described in chap. 5.
Setting:
To check the response temperature of the safety device class 3.1, turn on the chamber and set the desired set point at the temperature controller.
The sections of the scale from 1 to 10 correspond to the temperature range from 0 °C / 32 °F to 120 °C /
248 °F and serve as a setting aid.
tion 10) (unit protection).
• When the set point is reached, turn back the control knob (8
(turn it counter-clockwise).
• The trip point is identifiable by the red alarm lamp (8
ALARM” on the controller display, and the buzzer sounds. Reset
the “RESET” key on the controller.
•
knob clockwise by approximately two scale divisions, which shuts off
alarm lamp (8a).
Check the setting regularly and adjust it following changes of the set-point or charge.
Function check:
Check the temperature safety device class 3.1 at appropriate intervals for its functionality. It is recommended that the authorized operating personnel should perform such a check, e.g., before starting a
longer work procedure.
Figure 16
3.1
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• Turn the control knob (9) of the safety device by means of a coin to position 1
point (turn it
a), the message “TEMP
. Reset the buzzer
The optimum setting for the safety device is obtained by turning the control
shuts off
: Setting
(9a)
(9)
10.3.2 Temperature safety device class 3.2
The safety device class 3.2 is equivalently set to a minimum temperature the
unit will not fall below. This protection against prohibited low temperatures
can, for example, serve to protect sensitive cultures from cooling down too
much.
If the control knob (9) is turned to its minimum (position 1), the safety device
class 3.2 has no effect. If it is set to a temperature somewhat lower than that
selected by means of the controller, it functions as a protective device for the
material under treatment.
If the temperature safety device class 3.2 has assumed regulation, identifiable by the red alarm lamp (9a)
lighting up, the message “TEMP ALARM” on the controller display, and the buzzer sounds, please proceed as follows:
• Reset the buzzer with the “RESET” key on the controller.
• Disconnect the unit from the power supply.
• Have an expert examine and rectify the cause of the fault.
• Start up the unit again as described in chap. 5.
Setting:
To check the response temperature of the safety device class 3.2, put the unit into operation and set the
desired set point at the temperature controller.
The sections of the scale from 1 to 10 correspond to the temperature range from -40 °C / -40 °F to +160
°C / 320 °F and serves as a setting aid.
(thermostat without effect).
• When the set point is reached, reset the safety device to its trip
clockwise).
• The trip point is identifiable by the red alarm lamp (9
ALARM” on the controller display, and the buzzer sounds
with the “RESET” key on the controller.
•
knob counter-clockwise by approximately two scale divisions, which
the red alarm lamp (9a).
Check the setting regularly and adjust it following changes of set-point or charge.
Function check:
Check the temperature safety device class 3.2 at appropriate intervals for its functionality. It is recommended that the authorized operating personnel should perform such a check, e.g., before starting a
longer work procedure.
Figure 17
safety device class 3.2
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Notifying sequence
1
2
immediately
after 16 min.
immediately
DOOR OPEN
immediately
DOOR OPEN
after 5 min.
KEY LOCK
immediately
11. Notification and alarm functions
11.1 Notification and alarm system overview (auto diagnosis system)
The unit provides notification and alarm functions, which indicate messages in up to three steps:
1. Visual indications of notifying or error messages are blue notes on the display of the MB1 controller.
2. Visual indications of alarm messages are red notes with an alarm bell symbol. After a delay time, some
notes change their color from blue to red.
In addition, there is an audible alert, if you did not deactivate the buzzer in the “User level” menu (chap.
6.4).
Event
Error of the humidity system. Press RESET key
for further information.
Notification or error of the humidity system.
For detailed information see chap. 11.2.
Temperature deviation of more than +/- 2 °C of
the entered set-point
Humidity deviation of more than +/- 5 % r.H. of
HUMID SYSTEM
immediately
HUMID SYSTEM
(notification flashes)
TEMP RANGE
immediately
HUMID RANGE
the entered set-point
Exceeded temperature limit of the safety controller
Humidity system turned off with switch (3)
HUMID OFF
Door open
With option temperature safety device class 3.3 (chap. 10.3):
Exceeding the maximum or minimum temperature
With option keyboard locking (BINDER Individual, chap. 14.5):
Note
(blue field)
Alarm
(red field)
HUMID SYSTEM
after 1 min.
TEMP RANGE
after 16 min.
HUMID RANGE
TEMPERATURE LIMIT
immediately
TEMP ALARM
immediately
Keyboard locked
The indicated intervals refer to the time after occurrence of the error or notified condition.
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11.2 Messages concerning the humidity system
• Notification of the humidity system
The flashing blue notification “HUMID SYSTEM” appears on the controller. This message flashes with
a defined number of flashes from which the cause of the fault can be derived: number of flashes (each
one 1 sec on / 1 sec off) followed by a 5 second pause.
• Error of the humidity system
First the blue notification “HUMID SYSTEM” appears on the controller. After 1 minute it changes to the
alarm message “HUMID SYSTEM”, and the buzzer is activated. After one minute, the alarm message
and buzzer can be reset with the RESET key.
Following this reset, the flashing blue notification “HUMID SYSTEM” appears on the controller. This
message flashes with a defined number of flashes from which the cause of the fault can be derived:
number of flashes (each one 1 sec on / 1 sec off) followed by a 5 second pause.
Number of flashes Notification and measures
1
2 Maintenance of the humidity system is required. Contact BINDER service.
Number of flashes Cause of the error and measures
3, 4, 13
8, 9
Other The unit is defective. Contact BINDER service.
If the blue notification “HUMID SYSTEM” would be overlaid by the notification or alarm message “HUMID
RANGE”, you can set the humidity set-point to the actual value and then reset the “HUMID RANGE” message with the RESET key.
Turning off and on again the humidity switch (3) or turning off and on again the chamber with the main
power switch (2) will reset the flashing notification “HUMID SYSTEM”.
Purging is required soon. Turn off and on again the humidity switch to start purging. After a successful purging the notification resets automatically.
In case of freshwater supply via water pipe:
The water tap is closed, or the unit is defective.
In case of freshwater supply via freshwater can (option, chap. 14.7):
Water can is empty. Humidification is turned off. In case of refrigerating operation, the interior is strongly dehumidified. When the water supply is functional
again, the humidity system restarts, or the unit is defective.
Check the length and location of the wastewater tube. If appropriate contact
BINDER service.
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11.3 Resetting the notification or alarm messages
Resetting the “HUMID SYSTEM” notification or alarm message is described in chap. 11.2.
The “RESET” button, which serves to acknowledge and reset the indication, will become visible automati-
cally whenever a notification or an alarm message appears.
1. Remove the cause of the disturbance or wait until the unit compensates for the reason of the error.
2. Press the “RESET” button to reset the notification or alarm message.
CAUTION
In case the “RESET” button does not cancel the notification or alarm indication, the reason
for the disturbance was not removed correctly.
Contact BINDER Service.
The “RESET” button allows resetting the notification or alarm messages regarding temperature
and humidity only within a tolerance sector of +/- 2 °C resp. +/- 5 % r.H.
With values outside this range, contact BINDER service.
Humidity deviation by more than +/- 5 % r.H. from the set-point triggers the alarm message
“HUMID RANGE”.
In order to avoid such limit alarms when operating without humidity (humidity switch (3) OFF):
• in Manual Mode set the humidity set-point to 0 % r.H.
• in Program Mode enter a humidity sub-program with the humidity set-points set to 0 % r.H.
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should be situated within the optimum range
the unit not be exposed to excessive
0
10
20
30
40
50
60
70
80
90
100
10
20
30
40
50
60
70
80
90
100
°C
A
B
C
D
12. Humidity system
The humidity system is turned on with the humidity switch (3) located in the right lateral control panel.
The constant climate chamber KMF is equipped with a capacitive humidity sensor. This results in a control
accuracy of up to ± 3 % r.H. of the set point. The temperature-humidity diagrams (Figure 18) show the
possible working ranges for humidity.
The preset temperature and humidity values
(hatched range in Figure 18).Only within this area will
moisture due to condensation.
In the short-term set points outside the optimum range can also be targeted. The control accuracies of ± 3 % r.H., however, cannot be guaranteed in this case.
Figure 18: Temperature-Humidity diagram KMF
Range A: Ensured condensation free range
Range B: Temporary usable operation (up to 24 h)
Range C: In this range, condensation in the inner chamber is possible
Range D: In this range, deviations of the technical data are possible
Heat emission of electrical devices connected inside the chamber may modify the temperature
and humidity range.
Entry of the humidity set-point 0 % in defined program sections permits completely turning off
humidity in Program Mode and thus attaining faster temperature changes.
The constant climate chamber KMF is equipped with a door heating system to prevent condensation in the door area.
If the set points for temperature or humidity are outside the optimum range, condensation can arise in the
door area.
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CAUTION
Danger of corrosion on the housing after operating at humidity values > 70 % r.H. for
it for at
Condensation by excess humidity.
a long period.
Dry the appliance completely before shut-down:
• Set the humidity to 0 % r.H. and turn on humidity switch (3).
• Set the temperature set point to 60 °C / 140 °F for approx. 2 hours (Manual mode).
• Only then, shut down the unit at the main power switch (2) and close the water sup-
ply tap.
Having turned off the unit by the main power switch (2), always close the water supply tap.
If you operate the unit at high humidity and then immediately turn off the unit, the internal wastewater collector may overflow due to the condensate. This may lead to the emergence of water at the unit.
CAUTION
Overflow of the internal wastewater tank due to condensate.
Emergence of water at the unit.
∅ Following high humidity operation, do NOT directly turn off the unit.
Pump off the condensate before shut-down:
• Set the humidity to 0 % r.H. and turn on humidity switch (4). Operate the un
least 2 hours.
• Only then, shut down the unit at the main power switch (3) and close the water supply tap.
12.1 Function of the humidifying and dehumidifying system
Humidifying system
The humidifying system is located in the humidity generation module. In a cylindrical container with a volume of about 2 liters an electrical resistance heating evaporates water. The water content is kept exactly
at the boiling point, and thus steam can be immediately generated in sufficient quantity for rapid humidity
increases or for compensation of humidity losses, e.g. by door openings. Condensation forming on the
outer walls of the useable volume is led through a water drain in the outer chamber into the wastewater
can which is pumped off automatically to the wastewater pipe when required.
Freshwater
You can supply the unit with freshwater via a water pipe or by manually filling a freshwater can (option,
chap. 14.7). You can mount the can on the rear of the unit or place it next to the unit.
In order to ensure accurate humidifying, observe the following points with regard to the
freshwater supply:
• Supply pressure 1 to 10 bar when connecting to a water pipe
• Water type: deionized (demineralized) water
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• To ensure humidification during 24 hours even at high humidity set-points with manual water supply, we recommend filling the freshwater can (option) at the end of each day.
• Water intake temperature NOT below +5 °C / 41 °F and not exceeding 40 °C / 104 °F.
BINDER GmbH is NOT responsible for the water quality provided by the customer.
Any problems and malfunctions that might arise following use of water of deviating quality is
excluded from liability by BINDER GmbH.
Automatic fresh water supply via water pipe
With this type of supply, the humidity system is continuously functional.
Manual fresh water supply via freshwater can (option, chap. 14.7)
With this type of supply, the humidity system is functional only if the water can is sufficiently filled. Check
the filling level daily. The water reserve in the can is sufficient for a period, which may last between one
and several days, depending on the humidity demand (entered humidity set-point and number of door
openings).
Waste water
The condensation water from the interior is collected in an internal can with a volume of approx. 0.5 liters.
It is pumped off via the waste water pipe.
Dehumidifying system
When humidity switch “ON / OFF” (3) (located on the lateral control panel) is “ON”, the constant climate
chamber KMF dehumidifies as needed in order to reach the entered humidity set-point inside the control
range of temperature and relative humidity (Figure 18).
Dehumidification occurs in case of need by means of defined dew point undershoot of several evaporators
of the refrigeration system. The condensate which forms is carried away as waste water.
If the humidity system is turned off while there are descending temperature curves, then operation of the
refrigeration system may cause dehumidification of the charging material.
For error indications concerning water supply and humidity system, see chap. 11.1 and 17.
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13. Defrosting at refrigerating operation
BINDER constant climate chambers are very diffusion-proof. To ensure high temperature precision there
is no automatic cyclic defrosting device. The DCT™ refrigerating system largely avoids icing of the evaporation plates. However, at very low temperatures the moisture in the air can condense on the evaporator
plates leading to icing.
Always close the door properly.
Operation with temperature set-points > +5 °C / 41 °F at an ambient temperature of 25 °C / 77 °F:
The air defrosts the ice cover automatically. Defrosting is continually performed.
Operation with temperature set-points < +5 °C / 41 °F:
Icing on the evaporator is possible. Defrost the unit manually.
With temperature set-points < +5 °C / 41 °F, regularly defrost the unit manually:
• Set the humidity to 0 % r.H. and turn on the humidifying system at humidity switch (3).
• Set the temperature to 40 °C / 104 °F (Manual Mode).
• Let the unit operate for about 30 minutes with the door closed.
Too much ice on the evaporator is noticeable by reduced refrigerating performance.
When turning off the unit following prolonged refrigerating operation below +5 °C / 41 °F, there is danger
of overflowing due to uncontrolled defrosting of icing on the evaporator.
CAUTION
Uncontrolled defrosting of icing on the evaporator.
Danger of overflowing.
After several days of refrigerating operation below +5 °C / 41 °F:
∅ Do NOT directly turn off the unit.
Manually defrost the unit (see description above).
Then, shut down the unit at the main power switch (2) and close the tap of the water
supply. Keep removed the access port plugs.
Operation with temperature set-points below 0°C / 32 °F:
While operating the chamber with set-points below < 0°C / 32 °F condensation is possible at the inner
surface of the door around the door gasket.
In case of heavy condensation, check tightness of the door gasket.
After one or two days operation at a set-point < 0°C / 32 °F a thin ice layer can cover the inner unit door ,
the front margins of the inner kettles and may be the glass window.. The amount depends of the ambient
temperature and humidity. This does not influence the proper function of the refrigerating system.
Refrigerating performance decreases while operating the chamber at temperatures < 0°C / 32 °F due to icing of the evaporators. For this reason defrost the chamber regularly, e.g. once a
week.
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Pin 7: Ground
14. Options
14.1 Communication software APT-COM™ 3 DataControlSystem (option)
The constant climate chamber is regularly equipped with an Ethernet interface (6) that can connect the
BINDER communication software APT-COM™ 3 DataControlSystem. The actual temperature and humidity values are given at adjustable intervals. Programming can be performed graphically via PC. Up to 30
chambers with RS 422 interface can be cross-linked. The MAC Address is indicated below the Ethernet
interface. For further information, please refer to the operating manual of the BINDER communication
software APT-COM™ 3.
The additional RS422 interface (7) is only used for service purposes. Do NOT connect it to any network.
The interface is labeled accordingly.
14.2 Interface RS 422 (option)
With this option, the chamber is equipped with a serial interface RS 422 (replacing the Ethernet interface)
that can connect the BINDER communication software APT-COM™ 3 DataControlSystem. The actual
temperature and humidity values are given at adjustable intervals. For further information, please refer to
the operating manual of the BINDER communication software APT-COM™ 3.
Pin allocation of the RS 422 interface: Pin 2: RxD (+)
Pin 3: TxD (+)
Pin 4: RxD (-)
Pin 5: TxD (-)
14.3 Data logger kits (option)
BINDER Data Logger Kits offer an independent long-term measuring system for temperature and humidity, available for different temperature ranges. According to the selected kit, the Data Logger can measure
and record also the ambient temperature and humidity values via a second multi-function sensor.
BINDER Data Loggers are equipped with a keyboard and a large LCD display, alarm functions and a realtime function. Measurement data are recorded in the Data Logger and can be read out after the measurement via the RS232 interface of the Data Logger. It offers a programmable measuring interval and
permits storing up to 64000 measuring values. Reading out is done with the Data Logger evaluation software. You can give out a combined alarm and status protocol directly to a serial printer.
Data Logger Kit TH 100: Multi-function sensor for chamber temperature and humidity: Temperature
range -40 °C / -40 °F up to +100 °C / 212 °F , humidity range 0% r.H. up to 100% r.H.
Data Logger Kit TH 100/70: Multi-function sensor for chamber temperature and humidity: Temperature
range -40 °C / -40 °F up to +100 °C / 212 °F, humidity range 0% r.H. up to 100% r.H. Multi-function sensor
for ambient temperature and humidity: Temperature range -40 °C / -40 °F up to 70 °C / 158 °F, humidity
range 0% r.H. up to 100% r.H.
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For detailed information on installation and operation of the BINDER Data Logger, please
refer to the mounting instructions Art. No. 7001-0204 and to the original user manual of the
manufacturer, supplied with the data logger.
ANALOG OUTPUT 4-20 mA DC
W X
CONFIG HAND VIEW->
EXIT
W
08:43:55 20.09.02 TEMP
°C
40.0
36.8
HUMID
%rH
65.0
58.6
14.4 Analog outputs for temperature and humidity (option)
With this option the chamber is equipped with analog outputs 4-20 mA for temperature and humidity.
These outputs allow transmitting data to external data registration systems or devices.
The connection is realized as a DIN socket (5) in the right lateral control panel as follows:
PIN 1: Temperature –
PIN 2: Temperature +
PIN 3: Humidity –
PIN 4: Humidity +
Humidity range: 0 % r.H. to 100 % r.H.
Temperature range: -10 °C / 14 °F to +100 °C / 212 °F
A suitable DIN plug is enclosed.
Figure 19: Pin allocation of DIN socket (5) for option analog outputs
14.5 Keyboard locking (option)
The keyboard of the MB1 controller can be locked and unlocked via the key switch (option). In the locked
position, no entries to the controller are possible.
• Locked keyboard: Switch position vertical
• Unlocked keyboard: Switch position to the right
Only when the keyboard is locked, the key can be removed.
Key switch
If the keyboard is locked, the notification “KEY LOCK” is displayed on the MB1 controller display (chap.
11).
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Figure 20: Keyboard locking
can manually supply water by filling the optional external
can affix
1 2 3 4 5 6
1 2 3 4 5 6
14.6 Additional flexible Pt 100 temperature sensor (option)
An additional flexible temperature sensor Pt100 allows measuring the temperature of the charging material by means of an independent measuring system utilizing Pt 100 entry. The Pt 100 sensor’s top protective
tube can be immersed into liquid substances
Figure 21: Pin configuration of the DIN socket (4) in the right lateral control panel
Technical data of the Pt100 sensor:
• Three-wire technique
• Class B (DIN EN 60751)
• Temperature range up to 320 °C / 608 °F
• Stainless steel protective tube 45 mm length, material no. 1.4501
14.7 External freshwater and wastewater cans (option)
If no suitable in-house water connection is available, you
freshwater can. There is an additional external water can
for the waste water. Volume: 20 liters / 0.71cu.ft.
DIN plug
The cans are placed in holding devices. You
them directly at the rear of the unit or place them next to
the unit.
Figure 22: Rear view KMF with installed external water
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cans (option)
The socket (22) is marked with a sticker:
14.7.1 Mounting the freshwater can
(1) Fixing (if required)
Hang the can with its holding device on its 4 carriers. You can install it either at the left or the right
side.
Cable connection (20)
Freshwater hose connection (21)
Figure 23: Freshwater can (option)
(2) Cable connections
Connect the plug of the cable to the socket (22) at the rear of the unit.
Socket (22)
(11)
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(12)
Figure 24: Connections at the unit rear KMF
CAUTION
(3) Hose connections
Plug the freshwater hose into the hose connection (21) above the freshwater can and secure it with
a hose clamp. You can use a part of the standard supplied water hose.
Screw the hose nozzle (brass) to the free edge of the hose and screw it directly onto the freshwater
connection “IN” (12) at the rear of the unit.
When the freshwater can is empty, within 60 seconds the alarm message HUMID ALARM will be displayed on the controller, the buzzer sounds (chap. 11), and the humidity system turns off.
To guarantee humidification during 24 hours even at high humidity set-points with manual water supply, we recommend filling the freshwater can (option) at the end of each day.
14.7.2 Mounting the wastewater can
(1) Fixing (if required)
Hang the can with its holding device on its 4 carriers at the free space next to the freshwater can.
(2) Hose connections
Plug the wastewater hose to the hose connection (23) of the can and secure it with a hose clamp.
You can use a part of the standard supplied water hose.
Wastewater hose connection (23)
Figure 25: Wastewater can (option)
Plug the free hose edge to the wastewater connection “OUT” (11) at the rear of the unit and secure
it with a hose clamp.
You can remove the wastewater can with its holding device for emptying (disconnect the hose first before
emptying).
Overflow of the wastewater can.
Damage to the surrounding.
Empty the wastewater can in a timely manner before it is full.
Bringing a source of humidity into the inner chamber may increase wastewater production.
Regularly check the filling level of the wastewater can.
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14.7.3 Mounting with wastewater recycling
When the chamber interior is clean, you can reuse the wastewater from the unit. Connect the wastewater
connection of the chamber (11) with the freshwater hose connection (24) of the freshwater can. The
wastewater can is not used in this case.
CAUTION
Soiling of the vapor humidification system.
Damage to the unit.
Reuse wastewater ONLY with a clean chamber interior.
In case of soiling / contamination of the interior, conduct the wastewater to the
wastewater connection or use the wastewater can.
(1) Fixing of the freshwater can (if required)
Hang the can with its holding device on its 4 carriers. You can install it either at the left or the right
side.
(2) Cable connections of the freshwater can
Connect the plug of the cable to the socket (22) at the rear of the unit as described in chap. 14.7.1.
(3) Hose connections
Plug the wastewater hose into the hose connection (24) of the freshwater can and secure it with a
hose clamp. You can use a part of the standard supplied water hose.
Plug the free hose edge to the wastewater connection “OUT” (11) at the rear of the unit and secure
it with a hose clamp.
Freshwater hose connection (24)
Figure 26: Freshwater can (option)
Bringing a source of humidity into the inner chamber may increase wastewater production.
Regularly check the filling level of the freshwater can.
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14.8 BINDER Pure Aqua Service (option)
The optional BINDER water treatment system (disposable unit) is available to treat tap water. The lifetime
of the unit depends on water quality and the amount of treated water used. The measuring equipment to
assess the water quality is reusable.
For detailed information on operating the water treatment system BINDER Pure Aqua Service and its function, please refer to the operating manual Art. No. 7001-0269, delivered with
BINDER Pure Aqua Service.
15. Maintenance, cleaning, and service
15.1 Maintenance intervals, service
DANGER
Electrical hazard.
Danger of death.
∅ The unit must NOT become wet during operation or maintenance works.
∅ Do not remove the rear panel of the unit.
Before conducting maintenance work, turn off the unit at the main power switch and
disconnect the power plug.
General maintenance work must be conducted by licensed electricians or experts au-
thorized by BINDER.
Maintenance work at the refrigeration system must only be conducted by qualified
personnel who underwent training in accordance with EN 13313:2010 (e.g. a refrigeration technician with certified expert knowledge acc. to regulation 303/2008/EC). Follow
the national statutory regulations.
Ensure regular maintenance work is performed at least once a year and that the legal requirements are
met regarding the qualifications of service personnel, scope of testing and documentation. All work on the
refrigeration system (repairs, inspections) must be documented.
The warranty becomes void if maintenance work is conducted by non-authorized personnel.
Have conducted regular maintenance work on the steam humidifier at least once a year. The operating
behavior and the maintenance intervals of the humidifier essentially depend on the available water quality
and the amount of steam produced in the meantime.
We recommend cleaning the condensers at least twice a year. A qualified technician must
perform cleaning.
Replace the door gasket only when cold. Otherwise, the door gasket may become damaged.
With an increased amount of dust in the ambient air, clean the condenser fan (by suction or blowing) several times a year.
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We recommend taking out a maintenance agreement. Please consult BINDER Service:
BINDER telephone hotline: +49 (0) 7462 2005 555
BINDER fax hotline: +49 (0) 7462 2005 93555
BINDER e-mail hotline: service@binder-world.com
BINDER service hotline USA: +1 866 885 9794 or +1 631 224 4340 x3 (toll-free in the USA)
BINDER service hotline Asia Pacific: +852 390 705 04 or +852 390 705 03
BINDER service hotline Russia and CIS +7 495 988 15 16
BINDER Internet website http://www.binder-world.com
BINDER address BINDER GmbH, post office box 102, D-78502 Tuttlingen
International customers, please contact your local BINDER distributor.
15.2 Cleaning and decontamination
Clean the unit after each use to avoid potential corrosion damage by ingredients of the test material.
DANGER
Electrical hazard.
Danger of death.
∅ Do NOT spill water or cleaning agents over the inner and outer surfaces.
Before cleaning, turn off the unit at the main power switch and disconnect
the power plug.
Completely dry the appliance before turning it on again.
15.2.1 Cleaning
Disconnect the chamber from the power supply before cleaning. Disconnect the power plug.
The interior of the unit must be kept clean. Thoroughly remove any residues of test material.
Wipe the surfaces with a moistened towel. In addition, you can use the following cleaning agents:
Exterior surfaces
inner chamber
racks
door gaskets
Instrument panel Standard commercial cleaning detergents free from acid or halides.
Zinc coated hinge
parts
rear unit wall
Standard commercial cleaning detergents free from acid or halides.
Alcohol-based solutions.
We recommend using the neutral cleaning agent Art. No. 1002-0016.
We recommend using the neutral cleaning agent Art. No. 1002-0016.
Standard commercial cleaning detergents free from acid or halides.
Do NOT use a neutral cleaning agent on zinc coated surfaces.
Do not use cleaning agents that may cause a hazard due to reaction with components of the device or the
charging material. If there is doubt regarding the suitability of cleaning products, please contact BINDER
service.
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Do NOT use a neutral cleaning agent on other kind of surfaces e.g., the zinc coated
We recommend using the neutral cleaning agent Art. No. Art. Nr. 1002-0016 for a thorough
cleaning.
Any corrosive damage that may arise following use of other cleaning agents is excluded from
liability by BINDER GmbH.
Any corrosive damage caused by a lack of cleaning, is excluded from liability by BINDER
GmbH.
CAUTION
Danger of corrosion.
Damage to the unit.
∅ Do NOT use acidic or chlorine cleaning detergents.
∅
hinge parts or the rear unit wall.
For surface protection, perform cleaning as quickly as possible.
After cleaning completely remove cleaning agents from the surfaces with a moistened towel.
Let the unit dry.
Soapsuds may contain chlorides and must therefore NOT be used for cleaning.
With every cleaning method, always use adequate personal safety controls.
Following cleaning, leave the unit door open or remove the access port plugs.
The neutral cleaning agent may cause health problems in contact with skin and if ingested.
Follow the operating instructions and safety hints labeled on the bottle of the neutral cleaning agent.
Recommended precautions: To protect the eyes use sealed protective goggles. Suitable protective gloves
with full contact: butyl or nitrile rubber, penetration time >480 minutes.
CAUTION
Contact with skin, ingestion.
Skin and eye damage due to chemical burns.
∅ Do not ingest. Keep away from food and beverages.
∅ Do NOT empty into drains.
Wear protective gloves and goggles.
Avoid skin contact.
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15.2.2 Decontamination
The operator must ensure that proper decontamination is performed in case a contamination of the
chamber by hazardous substances has occurred.
Disconnect the chamber from the power supply prior to chemical decontamination. Pull the power plug.
Do not use decontamination agents that may cause a hazard due to reaction with components of the de-
vice or the charging material. If there is doubt regarding the suitability of cleaning products, please contact
BINDER service.
You can use the following disinfectants:
Inner chamber Standard commercial surface disinfectants free from acid or halides.
Alcohol-based solutions.
We recommend using the disinfectant spray Art. No. 1002-0022.
For chemical disinfection, we recommend using the disinfectant spray Art. No. 1002-0022.
Any corrosive damage that may arise following use of other disinfectants is excluded from
liability by BINDER GmbH.
With every decontamination method, always use adequate personal safety controls.
In case of contamination of the interior by biologically or chemically hazardous material, there are two
possible procedures depending on the type of contamination and charging material:
1. Spray the inner chamber with an appropriate disinfectant.
Before start-up, the unit must be absolutely dry and ventilated, as explosive gases may form during the
decontamination process.
2. If necessary, have strongly contaminated inner chamber parts removed by an engineer for cleaning, or
have them exchanged. Sterilize the inner chamber parts in a sterilizer or autoclave.
In case of eye contact, the disinfectant spray may cause eye damage due to chemical
burns. Follow the operating instructions and safety hints labeled on the bottle of the disinfectant spray.
Recommended precautions: To protect the eyes use sealed protective goggles.
CAUTION
Eye contact.
Eye damage due to chemical burns.
∅ Do NOT empty into drains.
Wear protective goggles.
After using the disinfectant spray, allow the unit to dry thoroughly, and aerate it sufficiently.
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BINDER GmbH
Gänsäcker 16
Germany
Packing element
Material
Disposal
Straps to fix packing on pallet
Plastic
Plastic recycling
Non-wood (compressed matchwood, IPPC standard)
Metal
Metal recycling
Solid wood (IPPC standard)
Wood recycling
PE foam
Plastic recycling
Cardboard
Paper recycling
Metal
Metal recycling
Top cover
Cardboard
Paper recycling
Edge protection
Styropor® or PE foam
Plastic recycling
Protection of doors and racks
PE foam
Plastic recycling
Bag for operating manual
PE foil
Plastic recycling
of optional accessories)
15.3 Sending the unit back to BINDER GmbH
If you return a BINDER product to us for repair or any other reason, we will only accept the product upon
presentation of an authorization number (RMA number) that has previously been issued to you. An authorization number will be issued after receiving your complaint either in writing or by telephone prior to
your sending the BINDER product back to us. The authorization number will be issued following receipt of
the information below:
• BINDER product type and serial number
• Date of purchase
• Name and address of the dealer from which you bought the BINDER product
• Exact description of the defect or fault
• Complete address, contact person and availability of that person
• Exact location of the BINDER product in your facility
• A contamination clearance certificate (chap. 19) must be faxed in advance
The authorization number must be applied to the packaging in such a way that it can be easily recognized
or be recorded clearly in the delivery documents.
For security reasons we cannot accept a unit delivery if it does not carry an authorization number.
Return address:
Abteilung Service
16. Disposal
16.1 Disposal of the transport packing
Wooden transport box (option)
with metal screws
Pallet
with foamed plastic stuffing
Transport box
with metal clamps
78502 Tuttlingen
Wood recycling
Insulating air cushion foil (packing
If recycling is not possible, all packing parts can also be disposed of with normal waste.
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PE foil Plastic recycling
The constant climate chamber KMF bears the symbol for the marking of electrical and elec-
16.2 Decommissioning
Turn off the main power switch (2) and humidity switch (3). Disconnect the unit from the power supply.
Remove the water installation.
Having turned off the unit by the main power switch (2), always close the tap used for the water
supply.
• Temporal decommissioning: See indications for appropriate storage, chap. 3.3.
• Final decommissioning: Dispose of the unit as described in chap. 16.3 to 16.5.
16.3 Disposal of the unit in the Federal Republic of Germany
According to directive 2002/96/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council on waste electrical and
electronic equipment (WEEE), BINDER devices are classified as “monitoring and control instruments”
(category 9) only intended for professional use“. They must not be disposed of at public collecting points.
tronic equipment manufactured / placed on the market in the EC after 13 August 2005 and
be disposed of in separate collection according to the directive 2002/96/EC on waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE) and German national law for electrical and electronic equipment (Elektro- und Elektronikgerätegesetz, ElektroG). WEEE marking: crossed-out
wheeled bin with solid bar under. A significant part of the materials must be recycled in order to protect the environment.
At the end of the device’s service life, have the device disposed of according to the German national law
for electrical and electronic equipment (Elektro- und Elektronikgerätegesetz, ElektroG) from 23 March
2005, BGBl. I p. 762 or contact BINDER service who will organize taking back and disposal of the unit
according to the German national law for electrical and electronic equipment (Elektro- und Elektronikgerätegesetz, ElektroG) from 23 March 2005, BGBl. I p. 762.
CAUTION
Violation against existing law.
∅ Do NOT dispose of BINDER devices at public collecting points.
Have the device disposed of professionally at a recycling company that is certified ac-
cording to the German national law for electrical and electronic equipment (Elektro- und
Elektronikgerätegesetz, ElektroG) from 23 March 2005, BGBl. I p. 762
or
Instruct BINDER service to dispose of the device. The general terms of payment and
delivery of BINDER GmbH apply, which were valid at the time of purchasing the unit.
Certified companies disassemble waste (used) BINDER equipment in primary substances for recycling
according to directive 2002/96/EC. The devices must be free from toxic, infectious or radioactive substances in order to eliminate any health hazards to the employees of the recycling companies.
Prior to handing the unit over to a recycling company, it is the user’s responsibility that it is free
from toxic, infectious or radioactive substances.
• Prior to disposal, clean all introduced or residual toxic substances from the unit.
• Prior to disposal, disinfect the unit from all sources of infection. Be aware that sources of
infection may also be located outside the inner chamber.
• If you cannot safely remove all toxic substances and sources of infection from the unit,
dispose of it as special waste according to national law.
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• Fill out the contamination clearance certificate (chap. 19) and enclose it with the unit.
The constant climate chamber KMF bears the symbol for the marking of electrical and elec-
WARNING
Contamination of the device with toxic, infectious or radioactive substances.
Danger of intoxication.
Danger of infection.
∅ NEVER take a unit contaminated with toxic substances or sources of infection for recy-
cling according to directive 2002/96/EC.
Prior to disposal, remove all toxic substances and sources of infection from the unit.
A unit from which all toxic substances or sources of infection cannot be safely removed
must be considered as “special” waste according to national law. Dispose of it accordingly.
The refrigerant used R 134A (1,1,1,2-tetrafluorethane) is not inflammable at ambient pressure. It must not
escape into the environment. In Europe, recovery of the refrigerant R 134A (1300) is mandatory according
to regulation No. 842/2006/EC. Ensure the compliance with the applicable legal requirements regarding
qualification of staff, disposal, and documentation.
16.4 Disposal of the unit in the member states of the EC except for the Federal
Republic of Germany
According to directive 2002/96/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council on waste electrical and
electronic equipment (WEEE), BINDER devices are classified as “monitoring and control instruments”
(category 9) only intended for professional use“. They must not be disposed of at public collecting points.
tronic equipment manufactured / placed on the market in the EC after 13 August 2005 and
be disposed of in separate collection according to the directive 2002/96/EC on waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE). WEEE marking: crossed-out wheeled bin with solid
bar under.
At the end of the device’s service life, notify the distributor who sold you the device, who will
take back and dispose of the unit according to the directive 2002/96/EC of 27 January 2003
on waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE).
CAUTION
Violation against existing law.
∅ Do NOT dispose of BINDER devices at public collecting points.
Have the device disposed of professionally at a recycling company that is certified ac-
cording to conversion of the directive 2002/96/EC into national law.
or
Instruct the distributor who sold you the device to dispose of it. The agreements apply
that were reached with the distributor when purchasing the unit (e.g. his general terms
of payment and delivery).
If your distributor is not able to take back and dispose of the unit, please contact
BINDER service.
Certified companies disassemble waste (used) BINDER equipment in primary substances for recycling
according to directive 2002/96/EC. The devices must be free from toxic, infectious or radioactive substances in order to eliminate any health hazards to the employees of the recycling companies.
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Prior to handing the unit over to a recycling company, it is the user’s responsibility that it is free
from toxic, infectious or radioactive substances.
• Prior to disposal, clean all introduced or residual toxic substances from the unit.
• Prior to disposal, disinfect the unit from all sources of infection. Be aware that sources of
infection may also be located outside the inner chamber.
• If you cannot safely remove all sources of infection and toxic substances from the unit,
dispose of it as special waste according to national law.
• Fill out the contamination clearance certificate (chap. 19) and enclose it with the unit.
WARNING
Contamination of the device with toxic, infectious or radioactive substances.
Danger of intoxication.
Danger of infection.
∅ NEVER take a unit contaminated with toxic substances or sources of infection for recy-
cling according to directive 2002/96/EC.
Prior to disposal, remove all toxic substances and sources of infection from the unit.
A unit from which all toxic substances or sources of infection cannot be safely removed
must be considered as “special” waste according to national law. Dispose of it accordingly.
The refrigerant used R 134A (1,1,1,2-tetrafluorethane) is not inflammable at ambient pressure. It must not
escape into the environment. In Europe, recovery of the refrigerant R 134A (1300) is mandatory according
to regulation No. 842/2006/EC. Ensure the compliance with the applicable legal requirements regarding
qualification of staff, disposal, and documentation.
16.5 Disposal of the unit in non-member states of the EC
CAUTION
Alteration of the environment.
For final decommissioning and disposal of the constant climate chamber, please con-
tact BINDER service.
Follow the statutory regulations for appropriate, environmentally friendly disposal.
The main board of the constant climate chamber includes a lithium cell. Please dispose of it according to
national regulations.
The refrigerant used R 134A (1,1,1,2-tetrafluorethane) is not inflammable at ambient pressure. It must not
escape into the environment. In Europe, recovery of the refrigerant R 134A (1300) is mandatory according
to regulation No. 842/2006/EC. Ensure the compliance with the applicable legal requirements regarding
qualification of staff, disposal, and documentation.
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Fault description
Possible cause
Required measures
Heating
Controller defective.
Semiconductor relay defective.
Controller not well adjusted, or
adjustment interval exceeded.
Pt 100 sensor defective.
Heating element defective.
Semiconductor relay defective
Let the chamber cool down and
limit value.
Safety controller (chap. 10.2)
defective.
Check connection to power supply.
Check power supply for voltage of
115V or 230V.
Check unit fuse and replace it if
contact BINDER service.
Controller defective.
Nominal temperature exceeded
(class 1) responds.
Check setting of temperature set-
limit value.
Too much external heat load.
Reduce heat load.
Controller defective.
Safety device defective.
Semi-conductor relay defective
Check setting of temperature set-
limit value.
Controller or safety device defective.
17. Troubleshooting
Chamber heating permanently,
set-point not maintained.
Chamber doesn’t heat up.
Chamber doesn’t heat up when
turned on.
Safety controller responds.
Unit without function.
Limit temperature reached. Safety
controller (chap. 10.2) set too low.
No power supply.
Wrong voltage.
Unit fuse has responded.
by 10° due to unit failure. Over
temperature protective device
Contact BINDER service.
Calibrate and adjust controller.
Contact BINDER service.
hit RESET button of MB1 controller. If appropriate, select suitable
Contact BINDER service.
appropriate. If it responds again,
Contact BINDER service.
Mechanical safety device class
3.1 responds
(with option safety device class
3.3).
Mechanical safety device class
3.2 responds
(with option safety device class
3.3).
Limit temperature reached.
Limit temperature reached.
point and of safety device class
3.1. If appropriate, select suitable
Contact BINDER service.
point and of safety device class
3.2. If appropriate, select suitable
Contact BINDER service.
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Fault description
Possible cause
Required measures
Refrigerating performance
°F (chap.3.4).
Combination of tempera-
humidity diagram, Figure 18).
Compressor not turned on.
Electro-valves defective.
No or not enough refrigerant.
Too much external heat load.
Reduce heat load.
Humidity
not reached.
Door gasket defective.
Replace door gasket.
Humidity fluctuation, together with
above ambient temperature.
Capillary tube blocked
Not enough refrigerant.
Set-point was too long below
ambient temperature.
humidity diagram, Figure 18)
preheating chamber.
Low humidity and temperature
accuracy
Notification or alarm message
ler.
Controller
Display mode “Standby” active.
Press any controller key.
Main power switch turned off.
Turn on the main power switch.
No access to menu “User settings”“.
Wrong temperature alarms, disturbance of temperature accuracy
Set temperature unit to °C (chap.
6.4).
Chart recorder function: meas-
formation lost.
Change the storage rate ONLY if
no longer required (chap. 7).
Controller does not attain setpoints entered in Manual Mode.
Button “EXIT” or “AUTOMATIC”
has been hit: Unit is in Idle Mode.
Change to Manual Mode (chap.
8).
Controller does not attain program set-points.
Button “EXIT” or “AUTOMATIC”
has been hit: Unit is in Idle Mode.
Start the program again (chap.
9.9).
Low or no refrigerating performance.
Humidity fluctuation:
Control accuracy of ± 3 % r.F. is
temperature fluctuation >
1 °C with a set-point ca. 3 °C
Low or no dehumidification.
Icing at the evaporator plates.
Condensation at the walls of the
inner chamber.
Ambient temperature > 25 °C / 77
ture/humidity values not in the
optimum range (see temperature
Select cooler place of installation.
Select combination of temperature/humidity values in the optimum range (chap. 12).
Contact BINDER service.
Door opened very frequently. Open doors less frequently.
Place of installation too hot.
Select cooler place of installation
or contact BINDER service.
Contact BINDER service.
Defrost the unit (chap. 13).
Combination of temperature/humidity values not in the
optimum range (see temperature
Select combination of temperature/humidity values in the optimum range (chap. 12).
Set-point was too long below
ambient temperature, icing in the
Defrost the unit (chap. 13)
“HUMID SYSTEM” on the control-
No unit function
(dark display).
ured-value memory cleared; in-
Fan speed has been reduced. Set fan speed to 100%.
Notification or error of the humidi-
See chap. 11.2.
ty system.
User code incorrect. Contact BINDER service.
Temperature unit changed to °F.
New setting of storage rate.
the previously registered data are
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Fault description
Possible cause
Required measures
Controller (continued)
speed.
When programming, define the
second.
Select setting “ramp” in the Pro-
ber controller.
Manual Mode: Enter a humidity
point 0% r.H.
Cause of disturbance not re-
r.H.
defective.
Short-circuit.
Observe a delay time of about
Off and On again.
Miscellaneous
Remove calcifications by citric
Have a plumber inspect the valve.
For rapid transition phases, do
Program duration longer than
programmed.
Tolerances have been programmed.
NOT program tolerance limits in
order to permit maximum heating,
refrigerating, or humidification
Program stops one section too
early.
Ramp temperature transitions are
only realized as steps.
Humidity alarm message when
operating without humidity (humidity switch (4) OFF)
“RESET” button does not cancel
the notifying or alarm indication.
Display flashing:
1999 or -1999 or 9999.
Program line is incomplete.
When using the Program Editor
of the software APT-COM™ 3
DataControlSystem, the setting
“step” has been selected.
Humidity set-point set to a value
> 0% r.F.
moved correctly
The “RESET” button permits re-
setting notifying or alarm messages for temperature and humidity only with in a tolerance
sector of +/- 2 °C resp. +/- 5 %
Sensor rupture between sensor
and controller or Pt 100 sensor
Initialization problem due to turning on the chamber too early.
end value of the desired cycle by
adding an additional section with
a section time of at least one
gram Editor of the software APTCOM™ 3 DataControlSystem and
transfer a program to the cham-
set-point 0% r.H.
Program Mode: Enter a humidity
subprogram with humidity set-
Remove cause of disturbance. If
the “RESET” button still does not
cancel the indication, contact
BINDER service.
Contact BINDER service.
30s between turning the chamber
Impaired valve function of hose
burst protection.
Only qualified service personnel authorized by BINDER must perform repair.
Repaired units must comply with the BINDER quality standards.
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Calcification.
acid or acetic acid solutions
(chap.
4.3.4).
b
c
c b a
a
C
B
A
A, B, C = internal dimensions (W, H, D)
18. Technical description
18.1 Factory calibration and adjustment
This unit was calibrated and adjusted in the factory. Calibration and adjustment were performed using
standardized test instructions, according to the QM DIN EN ISO 9001 system applied by BINDER (certified since December 1996 by TÜV CERT). All test equipment used is subject to the administration of
measurement and test equipment that is also a constituent part of the BINDER QM DIN EN ISO 9001
systems. They are controlled and calibrated to a DKD-Standard at regular intervals.
18.2 Over current protection
The devices are equipped with an internal fuse not accessible from outside. If this fuse is blown, please
contact an electronic engineer or BINDER service.
18.3 Definition of usable volume
The usable volume illustrated below is calculated as follows:
a, b, c = distance to wall
a = 0.1*A
b = 0.1*B
c = 0.1*C
V
= (A - 2 * a) * (B - 2 * b) * (C - 2 * c)
USE
Figure 27: Determination of the useable volume
The technical data refers to the defined usable volume.
Do NOT place samples outside this usable volume.
Do NOT load this volume by more than half to enable sufficient airflow inside the chamber.
Do NOT divide the usable volume into separate parts with large area samples.
Do NOT place samples too close to each other in order to permit circulation between them and
thus obtain a homogenous distribution of temperature and humidity.
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Exterior dimensions
Width
mm / inch
1250 / 49.21
Height (incl. feet/castors)
mm / inch
1925 / 75.79
Depth
mm / inch
887 / 34.92
including door handle, I-triangle, connection
mm / inch
939 / 36.97
Wall clearance rear (minimum) (spacer)
mm / inch
100 / 3.94
Wall clearance side (minimum)
mm / inch
100 / 3.94
Steam space volume
l / cu.ft.
918 / 32.4
Number of doors 2
Number of inner glass doors
2
Interior dimensions
Width
mm / inch
973/ 38.31
Height
mm / inch
1250 / 49.21
Depth
mm / inch
576 / 22.68
Interior volume
l / cu.ft.
700/ 24.7
Number of racks (standard / max.)
1/15
Load per rack
kg / lbs.
45 / 99
Permitted total load
kg / lbs.
150 / 331
Weight (empty)
kg / lbs.
309 / 681
Temperature data (without humidity)
Temperature range 1)
°C / °F
-10 to +100 / 14 to 212
Average heating up time acc. to IEC 60068-3-5
K/min.
1.0
Average cooling down time acc. to IEC 60068-3-5
K/min.
0.4
Heating up time 2) from -10 °C / 14 °F to +100 °C /
212 °F
Cooling down time 2) from +100 °C / 212 °F to -10 °C
/ 14 °F
Climatic data (with humidity)
Temperature range 1)
°C / °F
+10 to +90 / 50 to 194
Temperature fluctuation 3)
± K
0.1 to 0.5
Temperature uniformity (variation) 3)
± K
0.2 to 1.0
Humidity range
% r.H.
10 to 90
Humidity fluctuation 3)
± % r.H.
≤ 2
Dew point temperature range
°C
+5 to +80
Electrical data
IP system of protection acc. to EN 60529
20
Nominal voltage (+/-10%)
V
200 to 240 1N~
Power frequency
Hz
50/60
Power plug
shock proof plug
Nominal power
kW
3.10
Energy consumption 4) at 85 °C / 185 °F and 85 %
r.H.
Installation category acc. to IEC 61010-1
II
Pollution degree acc. to IEC 61010-1
2
Over-current release category B, 2 poles
Amp
16
Noise level approx.
dB (A)
53
18.4 KMF technical data
minutes 110
minutes 350
Wh/h 1050
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1) Lower values are valid up to an ambient temperature of max. 25 °C / 77 °F
2) to 98 % of the set value
3) Depending on the set-point.
4) Use this value for sizing air condition systems.
All technical data is specified for unloaded units with standard equipment at an ambient temperature of
+25 °C / 77 °F and a power supply voltage fluctuation of +/-10%. The temperature data is determined in
accordance to BINDER factory standard following DIN 12880, observing the recommended wall clearances of 10 % of the height, width and depth of the inner chamber. Technical data refers to 100% fan speed.
All indications are average values, typical for units produced in series. We reserve the right to
change technical specifications at any time.
Refrigerating performance decreases while operating the chamber at temperatures < 0 °C / 32
°F due to icing of the evaporators. For this reason defrost the chamber regularly, e.g. once a
week.
If the chamber is fully loaded, the specified heating up and cooling down times may vary according to the load.
Bringing a source of humidity into the inner chamber will affect the minimum humidity specification and may affect the humidity accuracy.
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Regular equipment
Microprocessor display program controller with 2-channel technology for temperature and humidity
Ethernet interface for computer communication
Temperature safety device class 3.1 acc. to DIN 12880
Inner glass door
DCT™ refrigerating system with refrigerant R134a
Microprocessor controlled humidifying and dehumidifying system *) (humidity range, see diagram)
Four castors (2 lockable)
1 rack, stainless steel
Access port 30 mm with silicone plug
Options / accessories
Additional rack, stainless steel
Perforated shelf ,stainless steel
Reinforced rack with rack lockings
Securing elements for additional fastening of racks (4 pieces)
Reinforced inner chamber with 2 reinforced racks
Temperature safety device class 3.3 acc. to DIN 12880
Access ports 30 mm or 50 mm or 100 mm with silicone plug
Analog outputs 4-20 mA for temperature and humidity with 6 pole DIN socket, DIN plug included
Flexible Pt 100 temperature sensor, output to DIN socket
Communication interface RS422
BINDER Data Logger kit for temperature / humidity: TH 100 (chamber values) or TH 100/70 (chamber
and ambient values)
External freshwater and wastewater cans (20 liters / 0.71cu.ft. each)
BINDER Pure Aqua Service
Exchange cartridge for BINDER Pure Aqua Service
Safety kit for water connection with hose burst protection device and reflux protection device, premounted assembly (BINDER INDIVIDUAL customized solutions)
Calibration of temperature and humidity including certificate
Spatial temperature and humidity measurement including certificate
Spatial temperature and humidity measurement acc. to DIN 12880 including certificate
Qualification folder
18.5 Equipment and options KMF
To operate the constant climate chamber, use only original BINDER accessories or accessories / components from third-party suppliers authorized by BINDER. The user is responsible for
any risk arising from using unauthorized accessories.
*) A water supply (1 to 10 bar) is necessary for the installation of the humidifying and de-humidifying sys-
tem (chap. 4.3). If no suitable house water connection is available, you can manually supply water by
filling a freshwater can (option, chap. 14.7). Furthermore, a water drain in a max. distance of 3 meters /
9.8 ft. and a max. height of 1 meter / 3.3 ft. is required (chap. 4.2).
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BINDER GmbH is responsible for the safety features of the unit only, provided skilled electri-
ries/components.
Description
Art. no.
Rack, stainless steel
6004-0106
Perforated rack, stainless steel
8009-0486
Reinforced rack with rack lockings
8012-0674
Securing elements for additional fastening of racks (4 pieces)
Safety kit for water connection with hose burst protection device and reflux
protection device
MB1 program controller, screen
5014-0182
MB1 program controller, E/A board
5014-0117
Temperature safety device, class 1 (complete)
8009-0335
Temperature safety device class 3.1, 0 °C / 32 °F to 120 °C / 248 °F
5006-0035
Temperature safety device class 3.2, -40 °C / -40 °F to 160 °C / 320 °F
5006-0026
Temperature sensor 2x Pt 100 straight
5002-0021
Humidity sensor
5002-0044
Data Logger Kit TH 100
8012-0718
Data Logger Kit TH 100/70
8012-0719
Door switch
5019-0009
Humidification module
8009-0789
Neutral cleaning agent, 1 kg
1002-0016
Qualification folder
DL024031
Calibration of temperature and humidity including certificate
DL024021
Spatial temperature and humidity measurement including certificate
(2-5 measuring points temperature, 1 measuring point humidity)
(6-9 measuring points temperature, 1 measuring point humidity)
Spatial temperature and humidity measurement including certificate
(10-18 measuring points temperature, 1 measuring point humidity)
Spatial temperature and humidity measurement including certificate
(19-27 measuring points temperature, 1 measuring point humidity)
Spatial temperature and humidity measurement acc. to DIN 12880 including
certificate (27 measuring points temperature, 9 measuring points humidity)
18.6 Spare parts and accessories
cians or qualified personnel authorized by BINDER perform all maintenance and repair, and if
components relating to chamber safety are replaced in the event of failure with original spare
parts. The user is responsible for any risks arising from using unauthorized accesso-
Spatial temperature and humidity measurement including certificate
BINDER Individual
DL024022
DL024023
DL024024
KMF (E5.3) 07/2014page 91/98
DL024025
DL024026
18.7 Dimensions KMF 720
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19. Contamination clearance certificate
19.1 For units located outside North America and Central America
Declaration regarding safety and health
Erklärung zur Sicherheit and gesundheitlichen Unbedenklichkeit
The German Ordinance on Hazardous Substances (GefStofV), and the regulations regarding safety at the
workplace, require that this form be filled out for all products that are returned to us, so that the safety and
the health of our employees can be guaranteed
Die Sicherheit und Gesundheit unserer Mitarbeiter, die Gefahrstoffverordnung GefStofV und die Vorschriften zur
Sicherheit am Arbeitsplatz machen es erforderlich, dass dieses Formblatt für alle Produkte, die an uns zurückgeschickt werden, ausgefüllt wird.
Note: A repair is not possible without a completely filled out form.
Ohne Vorliegen des vollständig ausgefüllten Formblattes ist eine Reparatur nicht möglich
• A completely filled out form must be transmitted via Fax (+49 (0) 7462 2005 93555) or by letter in
advance, so that this information is available before the equipment/component part arrives. A second
copy of this form must accompany the equipment/component part. In addition, the carrier should be
notified.
Eine vollständig ausgefüllte Kopie dieses Formblattes soll per Fax unter Nr. +49 (0) 7462 2005 93555 oder Brief
vorab an uns gesandt werden, so dass die Information vorliegt, bevor das Gerät/Bauteil eintrifft. Eine weitere Kopie soll dem Gerät/Bauteil beigefügt sein. Ggf. ist die Spedition zu informieren.
.
• Incomplete information or non-conformity with this procedure will inevitably lead to substantial delays in
processing. Please understand the reason for this measure, which lies outside our area of influence,
and will help us to speed up this procedure.
Unvollständige Angaben oder Nichteinhalten dieses Ablaufs führen zwangsläufig zu beträchtlichen Verzögerungen in der Abwicklung. Bitte haben Sie Verständnis für Maßnahmen, die außerhalb unserer Einflussmöglichkeiten liegen und helfen Sie mit, den Ablauf zu beschleunigen.
•Please print and fill out this form completely
Bitte unbedingt vollständig ausfüllen!
1. Unit/ component part / type / Gerät / Bauteil / Typ:
2. Serial No. / Serien-Nr.:
3. Details about utilized substances / biological substances / Einzelheiten über die eingesetzten
Substanzen/biologische Materialien:
3.1 Designations / Bezeichnungen:
a) ____________________________________________________________________________
b) ____________________________________________________________________________
c) ____________________________________________________________________________
3.2 Safety measures required for handling these substances / Vorsichtsmaßnahmen beim Umgang
mit diesen Stoffen:
a) ____________________________________________________________________________
b) ____________________________________________________________________________
c) ____________________________________________________________________________
KMF (E5.3) 07/2014page 93/98
3.4 Other important information that must be taken into account /
4. Declaration on the risk of these substances
Erklärung zur Gefährlichkeit der Stoffe (bitte Zutreffendes ankreuzen) :
4.1 For non toxic, non radioactive, biologically harmless materials /
entfernt wurden.
4.2 For toxic, radioactive, biologically harmful or hazardous substances, or any other hazard
Radioaktivität in Berührung kam
3.3 Measures to be taken in case of skin contact or release into the atmosphere /
bei Personenkontakt oder Freisetzung:
Maßnahmen
a) ____________________________________________________________________________
b) ____________________________________________________________________________
c) ____________________________________________________________________________
We hereby declare that the following measures have been taken / Wir erklären, dass folgende
das Gerät wurde sicher verpackt und vollständig
We hereby commit ourselves and guarantee that we will indemnify BINDER GmbH for all damages that
are a consequence of incomplete or incorrect information provided by us, and that we will exempt
n, dass wir gegenüber BINDER
für jeden Schaden, der durch unvollständige und unrichtige Angaben entsteht, haften und BINDER gegen eventuell
We are aware that, in accordance with Article 823 of the German Civil Code (BGB), we are directly liable
with regard to third parties, in this instance especially the employees of BINDER GmbH, who have been
Maßnahmen getroffen wurden:
Hazardous substances were removed from the unit including component parts, so that no hazard ex-
ists for any person in the handling or repair of these items /
freit, so dass bei Handhabung/Reparaturen für die betreffenden Person keinerlei Gefährdung besteht
das Gerät/Bauteil wurde von Gefahrstoffen be-
The unit was securely packaged and properly identified /
gekennzeichnet.
Information about the hazardousness of the shipment (if required) has been provided to the transporter
der Spediteur wurde (falls vorgeschrieben) über die Gefährlichkeit der Sendung informiert.
/
BINDER GmbH from eventual damage claims by third parties./ Wir versicher
entstehende Schadenansprüche Dritter freistellen.
entrusted with the handling / repair of the unit / component. / Es ist uns bekannt, dass wir gegenüber Dritten –
hier insbesondere mit der Handhabung/Reparatur des Geräts/des Bauteils betraute Mitarbeiter der Firma BINDER gemäß §823 BGB direkt haften
Equipment that is returned to the factory for repair must be accompanied by a completely filled
out contamination clearance certificate. For service and maintenance on site, such a contamination clearance certificate must be submitted to the service technician before the start of any
work. No repair or maintenance of the equipment is possible, without a properly filled out contamination clearance certificate.
KMF (E5.3) 07/2014page 95/98
19.2 For units in North America and Central America
Product Return Authorization Request
Please complete this form and the Customer Decontamination Declaration (next 2 pages) and attach the
required pictures. E-mail to: IDL_SalesOrderProcessing_USA@binder-world.com
After we have received and reviewed the complete information we will decide on the issue of a RMA number. Please be aware that size specifications, voltage specifications as well as performance specifications
are available on the internet at www.binder-world.us
Take notice of shipping laws and regulations.
Please fill:
Reason for return request Duplicate order
Duplicate shipment
Demo Page one completed by sales
Power Plug / Voltage 115V / 230 V / 208 V / 240V
Size does not fit space
at any time.
Transport Damage Shock watch tripped? (pictures)
Other (specify below)
_____________________
Is there a replacement PO? Yes No
If yes -> PO #
If yes -> Date PO placed
Purchase order number
BINDER model number
BINDER serial number
Date unit was received
Was the unit unboxed? Yes No
Was the unit plugged in? Yes No
Was the unit in operation? Yes No
Pictures of unit attached?
Yes No
Pictures have to be attached!
Pictures of Packaging attached?
Customer Contact Information Distributor Contact Information
Name
Company
Address
Phone
E-mail
KMF (E5.3) 07/2014page 96/98
Yes No
3. List any exposure to hazardous liquids, gasses or substances and radioactive material
3.1 List with MSDS sheets attached where available or needed
3.2 Safety measures required for handling the list under 3.1
3.3 Measures to be taken in case of skin contact or release into the atmosphere
3.4 Other important information that must be considered
Customer (End User) Decontamination Declaration
Health and Hazard Safety declaration
To protect the health of our employees and the safety at the workplace, we require that this form is completed by the user for all products and parts that are returned to us. (Distributors or Service Organizations
cannot sign this form)
NO RMA number will be issued without a completed form. Products or parts returned to our
NY warehouse without a RMA number will be refused at the dock.
A second copy of the completed form must be attached to the outside of the shipping box.
1. Unit/ component part / type
:
2. Serial No.
(if there is not enough space available below, please attach a page):
a) ____________________________________________________________________________
b) ____________________________________________________________________________
c) ____________________________________________________________________________
a) ____________________________________________________________________________
b) ____________________________________________________________________________
c) ____________________________________________________________________________
:
a) ____________________________________________________________________________
b) ____________________________________________________________________________
c) ____________________________________________________________________________
Equipment returned to the NY warehouse for repair must be accompanied by a completed
customer decontamination declaration. For service and maintenance works on site, such a
customer decontamination declaration must be submitted to the service technician before the
start of work. No repair or maintenance of the equipment is possible without a completed form.
KMF (E5.3) 07/2014page 98/98
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