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Operating Manual

APT.line™ KMF (E5.3)

Constant climate chambers with enlarged temperature and humidity range with program control

BINDER GmbH

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Issue 07/2014 Art. N0. 7001-0285

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

Product registration ....................................................................................................................................... 4

1. SAFETY .................................................................................................................. 8

1.1 Legal considerations ........................................................................................................................... 8

1.2 Structure of the safety instructions ...................................................................................................... 8

1.2.1 Signal word panel ...................................................................................................................... 8

1.2.2 Safety alert symbol .................................................................................................................... 9

1.2.3 Pictograms ................................................................................................................................. 9

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

2.4 Instrument box .................................................................................................................................. 21

3. COMPLETENESS OF DELIVERY, TRANSPORTATION, STORAGE, AND

INSTALLATION .................................................................................................... 21

3.1 Unpacking, and checking equipment and completeness of delivery................................................. 21

3.2 Guidelines for safe lifting and transportation ..................................................................................... 22

3.3 Storage .............................................................................................................................................. 23

3.4 Location of installation and ambient conditions ................................................................................. 23

4. INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS ................................................................ 25

4.1 Spacer for wall distance .................................................................................................................... 25

4.2 Wastewater connection ..................................................................................................................... 26

4.3 Freshwater supply ............................................................................................................................. 27

4.3.1 Automatic fresh water supply via water pipe ........................................................................... 27

4.3.2 Manual fresh water supply via external freshwater can (option).............................................. 28

4.3.3 Connection kit for connecting the unit to the water main ......................................................... 28

4.3.4 Safety kit: Hose burst protection device with reflux protection device (available via BINDER

INDIVIDUAL customized solutions) ........................................................................................ 29

4.4 Electrical connection ......................................................................................................................... 31

5. START UP ............................................................................................................ 32

5.1 Function overview of the MB1 display program controller ................................................................. 32

5.2 Operating modes ............................................................................................................................... 33

5.3 Performance after power failures ...................................................................................................... 33

5.4 Turning on the unit ............................................................................................................................ 34

6. MB1 CONTROLLER SETTINGS .......................................................................... 35

6.1 Selection of the MB1 program controller’s menu language .............................................................. 35

6.2 Function overview of the MB1 program controller displays ............................................................... 36

6.3 Menu settings in the “User-settings” menu ....................................................................................... 37

6.4 Menu settings in the “User Level” menu ........................................................................................... 38

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7. GRAPHIC REPRESENTATION OF THE HISTORICAL MEASUREMENT (CHART

RECORDER FUNCTION) ..................................................................................... 39

7.1 Setting the storage rate ..................................................................................................................... 41

8. MANUAL MODE ................................................................................................... 42

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

10.2.1 Safety controller set-point types .............................................................................................. 58

10.2.2 Checking and setting safety controller set-point type and safety controller set-point .............. 59

10.3 Temperature safety device class 3.3 (DIN 12880) (option) ............................................................... 60

10.3.1 Temperature safety device class 3.1 ....................................................................................... 61

10.3.2 Temperature safety device class 3.2 ....................................................................................... 62

11. NOTIFICATION AND ALARM FUNCTIONS ........................................................ 63

11.1 Notification and alarm system overview (auto diagnosis system) ..................................................... 63

11.2 Messages concerning the humidity system....................................................................................... 64

11.3 Resetting the notification or alarm messages ................................................................................... 65

12. HUMIDITY SYSTEM ............................................................................................. 66

12.1 Function of the humidifying and dehumidifying system ..................................................................... 67

13. DEFROSTING AT REFRIGERATING OPERATION ............................................ 69

14. OPTIONS .............................................................................................................. 70

14.1 Communication software APT-COM™ 3 DataControlSystem (option) ............................................. 70

14.2 Interface RS 422 (option) .................................................................................................................. 70

14.3 Data logger kits (option) .................................................................................................................... 70

14.4 Analog outputs for temperature and humidity (option) ...................................................................... 71

14.5 Keyboard locking (option) .................................................................................................................. 71

14.6 Additional flexible Pt 100 temperature sensor (option) ..................................................................... 72

14.7 External freshwater and wastewater cans (option) ........................................................................... 72

14.7.1 Mounting the freshwater can ................................................................................................... 73

14.7.2 Mounting the wastewater can .................................................................................................. 74

14.7.3 Mounting with wastewater recycling ........................................................................................ 75

14.8 BINDER Pure Aqua Service (option) ................................................................................................. 76

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15. MAINTENANCE, CLEANING, AND SERVICE ..................................................... 76

15.1 Maintenance intervals, service .......................................................................................................... 76

15.2 Cleaning and decontamination .......................................................................................................... 77

15.2.1 Cleaning ................................................................................................................................... 77

15.2.2 Decontamination ...................................................................................................................... 79

15.3 Sending the unit back to BINDER GmbH .......................................................................................... 80

16. DISPOSAL ............................................................................................................ 80

16.1 Disposal of the transport packing ...................................................................................................... 80

16.2 Decommissioning .............................................................................................................................. 81

16.3 Disposal of the unit in the Federal Republic of Germany .................................................................. 81

16.4 Disposal of the unit in the member states of the EC except for the Federal Republic of Germany .. 82

16.5 Disposal of the unit in non-member states of the EC ........................................................................ 83

17. TROUBLESHOOTING ......................................................................................... 84

18. TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION ................................................................................ 87

18.1 Factory calibration and adjustment ................................................................................................... 87

18.2 Over current protection...................................................................................................................... 87

18.3 Definition of usable volume ............................................................................................................... 87

18.4 KMF technical data ............................................................................................................................ 88

18.5 Equipment and options KMF ............................................................................................................. 90

18.6 Spare parts and accessories ............................................................................................................. 91

18.7 Dimensions KMF 720 ........................................................................................................................ 92

19. CONTAMINATION CLEARANCE CERTIFICATE ................................................ 93

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

5500

4000

Acetone

CH3COCH3

500

1200

3300

8000

Benzene

300

1200

150000

Chlorine

Cl2

0.5

1.5

0.7 2 Acetic acid

CH3COOH

800

2000

Ethyl acetate

CH3COOC2H5

400

1400

4000

15000

Ethanol

C2H5OH

500

960

3500

6000

Ethylene glycol

HOCH2CH2OH

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

0.1

0.2

0.5 1 Hydrochloric acid

HCl 2 3

300

500

Hydrogen sulphide

H2S

350

500

Nitrogen oxides

NOx

5 9 5 9 Sulphur dioxide

SO2

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:

),helium (He), hydrogen (H2), neon (Ne), nitrogen (N2), nitrous oxide (N2O), oxygen (O2)

), 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.

Permissible ambient humidity: max. 70 % r.H., non-condensing

CAUTION

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

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

1.5 K.

• Permissible ambient humidity: 70 % r.H. max., non-condensing

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 / 3.94 in.

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,

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 / 0.71 cu.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.

4.3.4 Safety kit: Hose burst protection device with reflux protection device (available

via BINDER INDIVIDUAL customized solutions)

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

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.

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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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

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

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CONFIG

VIEW->

PGM TEMP

0.0

26.8

°C

HUMID

0.0

58.6

%rH

HAND

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CONFIG

VIEW->

PGM FAN SPEED

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

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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

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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.

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

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

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.

History display with cursor:

Select button

= History. A pink line appears on

History - zoom function

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+22.6

11:32:20 20.10.13

10:45:00

+23.9

°C

+22.6

11:05:00

11:32:14 20.10.13

10:45:00

+23.9

°C

CONFIG

VIEW->

+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

2,5

10 sec

120 5 1 min

720

5 min

3600

150

10 min

7200

300

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20:00:0

+22.7°C

+28.4 % rH

21:00:00

19:00:00

Cursor position

Date

Time

Grenzwert

Offse

Date

10.01.0

Offse

Date

30.11.3

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STAR

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

Storage rate

Actual val.

60s

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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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

Off

Aus

Off

HAND

Contact 1

Off

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-Mode

TEMP

SPEED

Steuerkontakte

+29.3 °C

+80.0 %

Hand-Mode

TEMP

FAN SPEED

Operating contacts

+40.0 °C

+50.0 %

PGM

CONFIG

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.

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CONFIG

VIEW->

PGM

TEMP

0.0

26.8

°C

HUMID

0.0

58.6

%rH

HAND

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CONFIG

VIEW->

PGM

FAN SPEED

HAND X - TEMP

26.8

°C

X - HUMID

58.6

%rH

DEL PGM

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Prog select Fr. Abs. 372

Prog 1 PROG 01  Prog 2 Prog 3 Prog 4 Prog 5 Prog 6 Prog 7 Prog 8 Prog 9 Prog10 Prog11 Prog12 Prog13 Prog14 Prog15 Prog16 PROG 16 

9. Program operation

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.

PROG 02  PROG 03  PROG 04  PROG 05  PROG 06  PROG 07  PROG 08  PROG 09 

PROG 10  PROG 11  PROG 12  PROG 13  PROG 14  PROG 15 

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 1 PROG 01

Prog 2 PROG 02

Prog 3 PROG 03

Prog 4 PROG 04

Prog 5 PROG 05

Prog 6 PROG 06

Prog 7 PROG 07

Prog 8 PROG 08

Prog 9 PROG 09

Prog 10 PROG 10

Prog 11 PROG 11

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:

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Program editor Abs.Nr. 6

****.*

Setpoint 1 +100.0 FAN

Operating contacts Time 00:45:00 Repeat Section 5 Repeat Number 10 Tol.-band min. -1999.0 Tol.-band max. +9999.0 Parameter set 1

PGM

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PGM

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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 1 PROG 01

Prog 2 PROG 02

Prog 3 PROG 03

Prog 4 PROG 04

Prog 5 PROG 05

Prog 6 PROG 06

Prog 7 PROG 07

Prog 8 PROG 08

Prog 9 PROG 09

Prog 10 PROG 10

Prog 11 PROG 11

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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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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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.

03 04

100

120

180

380

Tolerance maximum

Program

Set-point

Fan

Section time

Operation

Target

No. of

Min.

Max.

100 %