Cascade Sciences CDO-28 Instruction Manual

Installation - Operation Manual

CDO-28

Drying - Decarboxylation Oven

220 – 240 Voltage

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This oven requires permanent connect wiring to a power source (also known as a hardwiring). It does
not connect with a power cord.

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CDO Drying and Decarboxylation Oven

220 – 240 Voltage

Part Number (Manual): 4861778

Revision: February 22, 2018

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

CERTIFICATIONS ...................................................................................................................................................... 5

UNIT SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................................................................................. 7

Temperature Performance .................................................................................................................................................. 7

Power ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 7

Airflow Performance .............................................................................................................................................................. 7

Weight ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 8

Dimensions ............................................................................................................................................................................... 8

Capacity .................................................................................................................................................................................... 8

INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................................................................................ 9

Read this Manual .................................................................................................................................................................... 9

Contacting Assistance .......................................................................................................................................................... 9

Engineering Improvements.................................................................................................................................................. 9

RECEIVING YOUR UNIT ...........................................................................................................................................11

Inspect the Shipment ............................................................................................................................................................ 11

Orientation.............................................................................................................................................................................. 12

Recording Data Plate Information ................................................................................................................................... 13

INSTALLATION ......................................................................................................................................................... 15

Hardwire Requirement ........................................................................................................................................................ 15

Installation Procedure Checklist ...................................................................................................................................... 15

Required Ambient Conditions ........................................................................................................................................... 16

Required Clearances ........................................................................................................................................................... 16

Environmental Disruption Sources ................................................................................................................................... 17

Power Source Requirements ............................................................................................................................................. 17

Power Feed Wiring ............................................................................................................................................................... 18

General Power Safety ......................................................................................................................................................... 18

Lifting and Handling ............................................................................................................................................................ 18

Leveling ................................................................................................................................................................................... 19

Install the Oven ..................................................................................................................................................................... 19

Installation Cleaning ............................................................................................................................................................ 19

Install the Shelving .............................................................................................................................................................. 20

GRAPHIC SYMBOLS ................................................................................................................................................ 21

CONTROL PANEL OVERVIEW .............................................................................................................................. 23

OPERATION.............................................................................................................................................................. 25

Safety Guidelines ................................................................................................................................................................ 25

Operating Precautions ....................................................................................................................................................... 26

Theory of Operation ............................................................................................................................................................27

Put the Oven into Operation ............................................................................................................................................ 29

Set the Temperature Set Point ........................................................................................................................................ 30

Setting the Timer .................................................................................................................................................................. 31

Launch a Heating Profile................................................................................................................................................... 33

Drying Racks and other Accessories ............................................................................................................................. 34

USER MAINTENANCE ............................................................................................................................................. 35

Cleaning and Disinfecting ................................................................................................................................................. 35

Door Components ............................................................................................................................................................... 36

Electrical Components ....................................................................................................................................................... 36

Calibrating the Temperature Display ............................................................................................................................. 37

PARTS LIST ................................................................................................................................................................ 41

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CERTIFICATIONS

This certificate satisfies NRTL safety requirements

TÜV SÜD CUE

Certificate Number: U8 17 03 64872 070

These units are CUE listed by TÜV SÜD as forced air ovens for appropriate professional, industrial,
or educational use. TÜV SÜD America Inc. is an OSHA recognized NRTL and a Standards Council of
Canada accredited certification body.

The units have been tested to the following requirements:

CAN/CSA-22.2 No. 61010-1:2012
CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 61010-2-010:2015
UL 61010-1:2012
UL 61010-2-010:2015
EN 61010-1:2010
EN 61010-2-010:2014

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CERTIFICATIONS

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UNIT SPECIFICATIONS

These ovens are 220 – 240 voltage single phase units. Please refer to the oven data plate for individual
electrical specifications.

Technical data specified applies to units with standard equipment at an ambient temperature of 25°C and
a voltage fluctuation of ±10%. The temperatures specified are determined in accordance to factory
standard following DIN 12880 respecting the recommended wall clearances of 10% of the height, width,
and depth of the inner chamber. All indications are average values, typical for units produced in the
series. We reserve the right to alter technical specifications at all times.

TEMPERATURE PERFORMANCE

Range Uniformity @240°F Stability @ All Temps.

Ambient +26° to 350°F

Heat Up Times from Ambient (77°F)

3.6°F ± 0.4°F

To 240°F

22 Minutes

Temperature Recovery Times, Door Opening @ 240°F

30 Second Opening 60 Second Opening

3 Minutes 5 Minutes

POWER

AC Voltage Amperage Frequency Phase

220 - 240 26 50/60 Hz 1

AIRFLOW PERFORMANCE

Air Exchanges

Per Minute

125

Exhaust Airflow

Cubic Feet Liters

17.3 per Minute 490 per Minute

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UNIT SPECIFICATIONS

WEIGHT

Shipping Unit Weight

694 lb / 315 kg 255.4 lb / 115.8 kg

DIMENSIONS

By Inches

Exterior W × D × H Interior W × D × H

42.5 x 34.1 x 85.9 31.7 x 26.0 x 60.9

By Millimeters

Exterior W × D × H Interior W × D × H

1080 x 866 x 2182 805 x 660 x 1546

CAPACITY

Volume

Cubic Feet Liters

28.0 792

Shelf Capacity by Weight

Per Shelf Total

75 lb / 34 kg 450 lb / 204 kg

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INTRODUCTION

READ THIS MANUAL

Failure to follow the guidelines and instructions in this user manual may create a protection
impairment by disabling or interfering with the unit safety features. This can result in injury or death.

Before using the unit, read the manual in its entirety to understand how to install, operate, and
maintain the unit in a safe manner. Keep this manual available for use by all operators. Ensure all
operators are given appropriate training before the unit begins service.

Intended Applications and Locations

CDO forced-air ovens are engineered for constant temperature forced-air drying, curing, and baking
applications in professional, industrial, and educational environments. The ovens are not intended
for use at hazardous or household locations.

CONTACTING ASSISTANCE

Phone hours for Technical Support are 6 am – 4:30 pm Pacific Coast Time (west coast of the United States,
UTC -8), Monday - Friday. Please have the following information ready when calling or emailing Technical
Support: the model number and the serial number (see page 13).

PHONE: [phone] or 503-847-9047

Cascade Sciences
5285 NE Elam Young Parkway
Unit B100
Hillsboro OR, 97124

ENGINEERING IMPROVEMENTS

Cascade Sciences continually improves all of its products. As a result, engineering changes and
improvements are made from time to time. Therefore, some changes, modifications, and
improvements may not be covered in this manual. If your unit’s operating characteristics or
appearance differs from those described in this manual, please contact your oven dealer or
customer service representative for assistance.

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INTRODUCTION

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RECEIVING YOUR UNIT

INSPECT THE SHIPMENT

• When a unit leaves the factory, safe delivery becomes the responsibility of the carrier.

• Damage sustained during transit is not covered by the manufacturing defect warranty.

• Save the shipping carton until you are certain that the unit and its accessories function

properly.

When you receive your unit, inspect it for concealed loss or damage to its interior and exterior. If you
find any damage to the unit, follow the carrier’s procedure for claiming damage or loss.

1. Carefully inspect the shipping carton for damage.

2. Report any damage to the carrier service that delivered the unit.

3. If the carton is not damaged, open the carton and remove the contents.

4. The unit should come with an Installation and Operation Manual.

5. Verify that the correct number of accessory items have been included.

Included Accessory Items:

Shelves

6 6 6 4

6. Carefully check all packaging for loose accessory items before discarding.

Shelf Sliders Right Leveling Feet

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Figure

Permanent Connect Wire Braid

Exhaust Vent

Intake Vent

Power Panel

Accessory

Fuse Holders for
Control Panel

Chamber Ceiling Liner

Temperature Sensor

Door Gasket

Power Supply

Shelf Standard Mounting Rail

Access Port (Back of Oven)

RECEIVING YOUR UNIT

ORIENTATION

Accessory Outlet
(2 amps each)

10-gauge, 6 inches (15 cm)

1: CDO-28

Outlet 6-20R

Wiring Braid

(Back of Oven)

Probes

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RECEIVING YOUR UNIT

RECORDING DATA PLATE INFORMATION

Locate the data plate on the back of the oven below the power braid inlet. The data plate contains
the oven model number and serial number. Technical support and your distributor will need these
numbers in order to assist you in the future.

Date Plate Information

Model Number

Serial Number

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