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Observe the safety instructions!
Read the Safety section of this manual before using the equipment for the
first time.
2.1 Original JULABO spare parts
Hassle-free continuous operation and safety also depend on the quality of the
spare parts used.
Only original JULABO spare parts guarantee the highest possible quality and
safety. Original JULABO spare parts are available directly from JULABO or your
specialist dealer.
Please note that JULABO cannot provide a warranty service if non-original
JULABO spare parts are used.
2.2 Accessories
JULABO offers a wide range of accessories for the devices. Accessories are not
described in this manual.
The complete range of accessories for the devices described in this manual can
be found on our website. Use the Search function on the website.
Various symbols are used throughout this manual to aid reading
comprehension. This list describes the symbols used.
Tools needed for the following approach
Prerequisite to be met for the following procedure
1. Numbered action steps
Interim result for individual action steps
Additional note for individual action steps
Final result of a procedure
<> Terms in angle brackets denote control menu
[] Terms in square brackets denote keys, softkeys and buttons
This section defines the purpose of the unit so that the operator can operate the
unit safely and avoid misuse.
JULABO circulators are laboratory devices that are designed for temperature
control applications with liquid media in a bath tank or with a cooling machine.
An external loop circuit can be connected to the pump connectors so that the
temperature of the bath media can be kept constant.
Only use the device if it is in technically perfect condition and only use it in
accordance with its intended use. Be aware of safety issues or hazards and
comply with the operating manual! In particular, always immediately rectify
faults that could impair safety!
The circulators are not suitable for direct temperature control application of
food, other consumables or pharmaceutical or other medical products.
The devices are not suitable for use in an explosive environment.
The devices are not intended for use in living areas. They may cause interference
The unit is built in accordance with state of the art technology and recognized
safety regulations. Despite this, its use may pose a risk to life and limb for the
user or third parties.
Therefore, always read and observe the following safety instructions before
using the product.
Hot surfaces!
The following parts and elements may become hot during operation:
– Bath fluid
– Heating element
– Bath lid
– Bath surface
– Connections for external application
Contact may cause severe burns or scalds to hands and arms, face and limbs.
• Keep sufficient distance from hot surfaces and fluids.
• Wear suitable protective gloves.
Electric shock from electrical system!
Touching damaged live parts can cause severe electric shocks and lead to injury
or even death.
• Have damaged insulation and parts of the electrical system immediately
repaired by JULABO service technicians or a qualified specialist workshop
• Immediately replace damaged power cords
• When connected with a mains plug, this mains plug must always be readily
accessible
Refrigerants are harmful to health!
Refrigerants and their vapors are harmful to health. There is a suffocation risk in
enclosed spaces.
• Do not touch or inhale refrigerants.
• Have damage to the refrigerant cycle repaired only by JULABO service
technicians or qualified specialists.
• If refrigerant leaks, stop the device immediately and ventilate the room
thoroughly.
The device contains flammable refrigerants. If there is a leak in the refrigerant
cycle, a flammable concentration may form in the air and ignite or explode. This
can result in serious injury or death.
• Use the required minimum room size for operating the device.
• Do not store any potential sources of ignition near the device.
• If refrigerant leaks, stop the device immediately and ventilate the room
thoroughly.
• Have damage to the refrigerant cycle repaired only by JULABO service
technicians or qualified specialists.
• Have maintenance work performed only by JULABO service technicians or
qualified specialists.
Wear personal protective equipment!
Lacking or unsuitable personal protective equipment increases the risk of health
damage and injury.
Personal protective equipment includes, for example:
– Work gloves
– Safety shoes
- Protective clothing
– Breathing protection
- Hearing protection
– Face and eye protection
• Specify and provide personal protective equipment for the respective
application.
• Use only personal protective equipment that is in good condition and
provides effective protection.
• Adapt personal protective equipment to the person, e.g., by size.
Keep safety symbols legible!
Safety symbols on the unit warn of dangers in hazardous areas and are an
important part of the unit’s safety equipment. Missing safety symbols increase
the risk of injury to persons.
• Clean dirty safety symbols.
• Replace damaged and unrecognizable safety symbols immediately.
Maintenance and repair work!
Improper maintenance and repair work jeopardizes operational safety. This can
result in serious injury or death.
• Only carry out work described in this operating manual. Switch off the unit
and disconnect it from the power supply before carrying out any work.
• All other maintenance and repair work may only be carried out by a JULABO
service technician or a qualified specialist workshop.
There are safety symbols included with the device, which should be attached to
the device before initial operation.
Safety
symbols
Description
Warning of a danger zone. Note operating manual
Warning about hot surface
Warning of cold surface
Read operating manual before switching on
4.3 Safety function
Technical protective devices provide for safe operation. If a safety function is
triggered, the operator is alerted with a message on the display and an acoustic
signal.
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Adjustable high temperature cut-off
The high temperature cut-off prevents overheating of the heater.
• If the measured temperature rises above the set protective temperature, an
error message is shown on the display. The pump and heater are switched
off. A restart is required.
The overheating protection prevents overheating of the heater.
• The protection mechanism responds when a certain temperature difference
between the working temperature sensor and the safety temperature sensor
is exceeded. A warning message appears on the display. The heating
capacity is limited.
• If the temperature difference persists for longer, an alarm message appears
on the display and the temperature control application is switched off.
Low liquid level protection
A level switch recognizes when the bath fluid fill level in the bath tank is too
low. The device has a two-stage warming system to prevent overheating of the
heater or dry running of the pump.
• The low liquid level warning is triggered when the liquid level in the bath
tank is about half the full level. A warning message appears on the display.
The bath fluid should be topped up.
• The low liquid level alarm is triggered when the float reaches its lower limit
stop. The device switches off the pump and heater. A continuous signal
tone sounds. A warning message appears on the display. A restart is
required.
Circulators can be combined with various baths and cooling machines.
Heating immersion
circulator
Heating circulator Refrigerated circulator
DYNEO DD Circulator
Circulator with closed
stainless steel bath tank.
Example: DYNEO DD-BC6 for
temperature control
applications in the bath or
externally
5.2 Function description
This section describes the function of the device.
The circulator can be mounted on any bath tank with a volume up to 50 liters.
The circulators are used for internal and external temperature control, and
depending on the device combination and accessories used can work in a
temperature range between -50°C and +200°C.
When mounted on a bath tank the circulator is a heating circulator, when
combined with a cooling machine it is a refrigerated circulator.
Circulator with cooling
machine. Example:
DYNEO DD-601F for standard
temperature applications
This section describes the electronic interfaces on the device.
For safe operation, the interfaces must be operated according to their
corresponding permissible specifications.
5.4.1 Connection of Pt100 temperature sensor
The plug ext. Pt100 is used to connect an external Pt100 temperature sensor.
The following section describes the wiring of the plug as well as the connection
cable of the temperature sensor.
Connection of a external Pt100 temperature sensor
[1] Temperature sensor Pt100
[2] Plug, view of solder side
[3] Connection socket on device
The device is operated using the central controller. When it is switched on, the
display shows the home screen. The [Display] softkey toggles between three
different views of the home screen.
Home screen
[1] Internal/external temperature control
[2] Start/Stop
[3] [Menu] softkey opens the <Main menu>
[4] Temperature unit: Celsius/Fahrenheit
[5] Display of current internal/external temperature, display off in standby
mode
[6] Temperature sequence setpoint temperature/current temperature internal
and external
[7] Status line for operator messages/alarms/warnings
[8] Fluid level display
[9] Display of current capacity parameters
[10] [Display] softkey swaps home screen views
[11] Date/time
The central controller is used to control all menu functions and inputs on the
user interface. Selected menus, softkeys or input fields are highlighted in red.
Turning:
• navigates between menus, buttons and input fields
• sets values
Pressing:
• opens menus
• actuates softkeys and buttons
• activates input fields and selected functions
• confirms an entry
5.6.2 Softkeys and status icons
This section describes the softkeys and status icons found on the operating
interface.
Softkey Function
The [Start/Stop] softkey starts a temperature control
application or stops an ongoing temperature control
application
Errors or disturbances are indicated on the Home screen by alarm messages or
warnings. A help text is displayed by pressing the warning symbol with the
central controller. Important error code descriptions can be found in the
appendix. If you are unable to rectify a fault, contact Technical Service.
Description
Heating is active
Cooling is active
Alarm message
Warning message
Display of alarm message
Alarm:
In the event of an alarm, the tempering process is stopped. The actuators are
switched off. At the same time, a continuous acoustic signal sounds and an
alarm message with a red background is shown on the display. The acoustic
signal can be deactivated by pressing the central controller. The fault causing
the alarm must be remedied. A restart is required.
In the event of a warning, the tempering process is not interrupted. A warning
message with a yellow background is display. A signal tone is emitted at
intervals. The acoustic signal can be deactivated by pressing the central
controller. If the underlying cause of the warning is remedied, the signal tone
ceases. Depending on the cause, warnings may cease automatically after a
period of time, e.g. when the device cools down.
5.8 Operator Messages
Operator messages are informal messages that inform the operator about status
changes of the device.
Operator messages provide information about the operating states of individual
units on the status line of the home screen. Status messages from a connected
cooling machine are also displayed as operator messages.
Bring up the Main menu using the [Menu] softkey on the home screen. The
Main menu is divided into menu options, which respectively contain more
submenus or in which settings can be specified. You can always get back to the
home screen using the [Home] softkey.
The <Main menu> is divided into the following menu options:
• Settings
• Record data
• Thermodynamics
• Adjust safety
• Programmer
• Connect unit
• Service
• Install unit
5.9.1 Settings menu
In the menu <Settings> the fundamental device settings are specified.
• Set language
• Set date and time
• Enable/disable autostart
• Set physical units
• Enable/disable key tones
Reading out the alarm memory
5.9.2 Record data menu
The device can record data on an external storage medium. The menu <Record
data> defines the conditions for this and starts recording. The recorded data
The control parameters for the temperature sequence are defined and the pump
capacity is set in the menu <Thermodynamics>.
Adjust controller:
• Setting for the control parameters for internal or external control
• Definition of the control behavior
• Specification of the limit values for heating capacity and cooling capacity
Adjust pump:
• Setting for pump mode
• Setting for pump capacity
5.9.4 Adjust safety menu
In the menu <Adjust safety> limit values are set to define a range for safe
process flow.
• Temperature limits: Setting for the upper and lower warning limits
• Setpoint limits: Setting for the upper and lower limits for temperature
setpoint
5.9.5 Programmer menu
The <Programmer> menu is used to program temperature sequences, which
can be called up according to definable rules.
• Timer: Setting for start time, duration and setpoint
• Profile timer: Timer function for individual profiles
• Profile series: Planning of individual profile series sequences
• Edit profile: Create, manage, import and export profiles
5.9.6 Menu Connect unit
The device can be connected with a PC and remote controlled using the USB
interface or the optional RS232 interface. In addition to this, external
programmers can also be connected via optional analog interfaces. In the menu
<Connectunit> parameters for remote control mode can be set.
Performance specifications measured in accordance with DIN12876. Cooling
capacities up to 20°C measured with ethanol; over 20°C with thermal oil unless
specified otherwise. Performance specifications apply at an ambient
temperature of 20°C. Performance values may differ with other bath fluids.
Grouping of the device acc. to CISPR 11:
• The device is an ISM device of group 1, which uses high frequency for
internal purposes
• Class A: Use in an industrial electromagnetic environment
In accordance with IEC 61010-1, the device is designed for safe operation under
the following ambient conditions:
• Indoor use
• Altitude up to 2000 m above sea level
• Ambient temperature +5 … +40°C
• Maximum relative humidity 80% for temperatures up to 31°C, decreasing
linearly down to 50% relative humidity at 40°C
• Mains voltage fluctuations up to ±10% of the nominal voltage permissible
if not otherwise specified
5.10.1 Material of parts that come into contact with the medium
The table lists parts that could come into contact with the bath fluid as well as
the material that the parts are made of. This data can be used to check the
compatibility of the parts with the bath fluid used.
This section describes how to transport the unit safely.
6.1 Transporting the device
A circulator can be transported with the cooling machine when mounted.
Risk of crushing by falling device!
A device that is not secured appropriately can fall down during improper
transport and cause crushing injuries.
• Secure the device against tipping and falling during transport
• Secure loose parts against falling during transport
• Transport the device upright and with a suitable means of transport
Transport and installation
Burn hazard on the heating element!
The heating element may still be hot even after the device has been switched
off, and may cause burns if touched.
• Allow the device to cool down to room temperature after switching off
The device is switched off and emptied.
A suitable transport trolley is available.
1. Unplug the power plug from the device.
2. If necessary, disassemble the temperature control hoses of the external
system.
3. Use the recessed grips on the cooling machine to lift the device onto the
center of the transport trolley, if necessary in a pair.
See the technical data for weight information.
4. Use straps to secure the device against tipping in the center of the transport
trolley.
5. Place loose parts for the device, such as cables, on the transport trolley.
The device is then ready for transport and can be safely transported to its
This section describes how the circulator is connected as a refrigerated
circulator.
The circulator is mounted on a refrigeration unit.
The connection cable, mains cable and CAN bus cable are ready for use.
Initial operation
1. Connect the connection cable [1] of the circulator with the refrigeration
unit.
2. Connect the CAN plugs of both units with the CAN bus cable [2].
3. Connect the refrigeration unit to mains power [3] using the power cable.
The refrigerated circulator is connected. Alternatively, the units can be
connected to separate circuits. If necessary, the power supply must be set
up in the unit setting.
The device is designed for tempering external, closed loop systems. An external
system is connected to the unit’s pump connections.
Risk of burns due to damaged temperature control hoses!
Hot bath fluid can escape from damaged temperature control hoses and
cause serious burns when it comes into contact with skin.
• Check the temperature control hoses regularly for integrity
• Immediately replace damaged temperature control hoses
• Do not kink temperature control hoses
• Regularly exchange temperature control hoses
• Check the pump connections for leak tightness
Material damage due to incompatible externally connected
system!
If the temperature range and/or pressure parameters of an externally
connected system do not match those of the device this can result in damage
to individual components or even failure of the entire system.
• Before connection check the external system for compatibility with the
device combination
• If an external system is connected that is not set up for the maximum
pressure of the device, the pump's flow rate must be limited in the
settings
• If an external system is connected, the safety of the entire system is the
responsibility of the operator
Hot pump connections!
The pump connections can become very hot during operation. Heat-sensitive
parts or cables can be damaged if they have contact.
• Pump connections must be uncovered during operation
• No loose parts or cables should come into contact with pump connections
during operation
The external system is connected.
If the external system is disassembled, the pump connections must be
resealed with the sealing plugs so that no bath fluid can splash out during
operation.
7.4 Switch on the device and set the language
The language must be set first, to prepare for important basic settings. When
switching on for the first time, alarm messages may be shown on the display.
The device is connected and ready for operation.
1. Switch the device on at the mains switch.
The software boots and starts the device. The display shows the device
name, voltage version and software version.
Since no temperature liquid has been filled yet, the low level alarm is
displayed.
Depending on the default setting, the high temperature cut-off alarm is
displayed.
2. Call up the <Main menu>.
3. Call up the submenu <Settings> then menu option <Language>.
The submenu <Language> lists all the languages installed on the device.
4. Select the desired language.
5. Turn the device off so that the alarm message is reset.
The language is set.
7.5 Set high temperature safety function
Before each new temperature application, the temperature must be set for the
tank and internal reservoir high temperature cut-off. Set a value that is at least
25 K below the flash point of the bath fluid being used. The surface temperature
of the bath fluid must not exceed the flash point at any time. An alarm is
triggered when the set value is exceeded.
Slotted screwdriver, size 3
The device is connected.
The language is set.
1. Switch the device on.
If no temperature liquid has been filled yet, the low liquid level alarm is
displayed.
Depending on the default setting, the high temperature cut-off alarm is
7.7 Set up power supply for the refrigerated circulator
For a refrigerated circulator, the power supply is configured at the factory. The
circulator is supplied with power from the refrigeration unit. Alternatively, both
units can be connected to separate circuits with one power cable each. The type
of power supply is set in the operating menu.
The cooling machine is connected.
1. Switch the device on at the mains switch.
2. Call up the <Main menu>.
3.Call up the submenu <Install unit> then the menu option <Power supply>.3
4. Select the type of power supply: [Supply via chiller] for connection to the
same power grid or [Separate supply] for connection to a different power
grid.
[Supply via chiller] activates the heating capacity limit of the circulator.
It prevents the device combination from exceeding a defined maximum
current consumption and thus from overloading the power grid.
The power supply for the refrigerated circulator is set up.
7.8 Adjusting the flow of the bath fluid
The flow direction of the bath fluid is set using the lever on the front control:
• Lever position left (external): The bath fluid is mainly fed into the external
application.
• Lever position right (internal): The bath fluid is mainly circulated in the
internal bath.
Bath fluid squirts out!
If the pump connections are not sealed, bath fluid can squirt out even with
the flow direction set to internal.
• For internal temperature control, close the external pump connections
The device is switched off.
Bath fluid is filled.
1. Set the lever to a low level for internal circulation (e.g. position 2 from the
right stop).
2. Switch on the device and check whether the flow of the bath fluid suits your
application.
3. If necessary, adjust the flow until it suits your application.
The flow of the bath fluid is set.
7.9 Set chiller mode
For a refrigerated circulator, the chiller mode is preset ex works to automatic
operation. Three different chiller modes can be selected in the operating menu:
• Automatic mode: The controller calculates the duration of the heating
process in the event of a setpoint change of more than +5°K. Based on the
calculated heating duration, the control decides whether the refrigeration
unit is to be switched off or not, depending on demand.
• Always on: The refrigeration unit is permanently switched on during
operation.
• Always off: The refrigeration unit remains switched off during operation.
The device is switched on.
The cooling machine is connected.
1. Call up the <Main menu>.
2. Call up the submenu <Install unit> then the menu option
<Chiller mode>.
The menu option can only be called up if the thermostat detects a
connected refrigeration unit.
3. Select the desired chiller mode.
The chiller mode is set.
The low temperature and high temperature are adjustable temperature limits
that serve as warning limits for the device. If one of the warning limits is
exceeded during the course of a tempering process, then the device warns with
a signal tone and displays a warning message.
The device is switched on.
1. Bring up the <Main menu>.
2. From the <Adjust safety> submenu, select the menu option
<Temperature limits>.
A window opens with input fields for the temperature warning limits.
3. Enter a value for low temperature and high temperature then confirm your
entry.
Only values that are within the performance values of the device can be
entered.
The temperature warning limits are set.
7.10.2 Adjusting setpoint limits
The setpoint limits Setpoint max. and Setpoint min. define the upper and lower
limit of the adjustable setpoint temperature range.
The setpoint limit for the pump defines the upper limit value for pump speed,
adjustable in the menu <Thermodynamics>. The lower limit is set to 30% ex
works.
The maximum pressure setpoint defines the upper limit value for the pump
pressure that can be set in the menu<Thermodynamics>.
The device is switched on.
1. Bring up the <Main menu>.
2. From the <Adjust safety> submenu, select the menu option <Setpoint limits>.
The dialog window for adjusting the setpoint limits appears on the display.
3. Set the setpoints and confirm your entry.
Only values that are within the performance values of the device can be
The actual value limits “internal minimum” and “internal maximum” are
effective in the external control operating mode. They define limits for the
expected temperature in the internal bath. The temperature controller cannot
exceed these limit values. Under certain circumstances, the external setpoint will
not be reached.
The device is switched on.
1. Bring up the <Main menu>.
2. From the <Thermodynamics> submenu, select the menu option
<Adjustcontroller>.
The dialog box for setting the controller appears on the display.
3. Switch to the submenu <Limits>.
4. Set the values for internal minimum and internal maximum in the dialog
window displayed.
The actual value limits are set and immediately active.
7.10.4 Band limit for external control
If an external system is being controlled then there is a temperature difference
both during the heating phase and the cooling phase due to inertia. The curve
illustrates the connection between the internal and external temperature
sequence.
Initial operation
Schematic temperature sequence internal/external
[1] Temperature sequence internal
[2] Temperature sequence external system
[3] Band limit upper
[4] Band limit lower
In order to gently control the temperature of a sample in an external system, or
to protect a glass reactor from thermal stress, for example, maximum
permissible temperature differences can be specified for the heating phase and
the cooling phase.
7.10.5 Setting band limit
The upper and lower band limit is defined in °K. In the heating phase the set
value will be added to the external actual value. In the cooling phase the set
value will be subtracted from the external actual value. The setting range is
between 1 and 200 °K.
The device is switched on.
1. Bring up the <Main menu>.
2. From the <Thermodynamics> submenu, select the menu option
<Adjustcontroller>.
The dialog box for setting the controller appears on the display.
3. Switch to the submenu <Limits>.
4. In the dialog box that appears, set the lower and upper band limits and
confirm your entry.
The band limits are set and immediately active.
7.11 Connect external temperature sensor
A Pt100 temperature sensor can be attached to the rear of the device.
B
The device is switched off.
A Pt100 temperature sensor with suitable connection is available.
1. Connect the Pt100 to the ext.Pt100 socket on the back of the device.
2. Switch the device on.
3. From the <Thermodynamics> submenu, select the menu option
<Adjustcontroller>.
4. Enable the menu option [External] for external control.
5. Bring up the menu option <Control behavior>.
6. Set the control parameter for external control.
The external temperature sensor is connected and ready for operation.
This section describes how to switch on the device.
The unit is connected and ready for operation.
1. Switch the unit on at the mains switch.
The software boots and starts the unit. The display shows the unit name,
voltage version and software version.
The unit is switched on. It switches to the most recently activated operating
mode, manual mode of operation or remote control mode. If the auto start
function is activated, then the unit starts directly into the last setting.
If remote control mode is enabled, operation at the device is not possible.
First, deactivate the remote control mode.
8.2 Switch off the unit
This section describes how to switch off the device.
The device is switched on.
1. Stop a running temperature control application.
If a cooling machine is connected, the cooling symbol flashes and the
cooling machine is shut down.
Do not switch off the device until the cooling symbol stops flashing and the
device is in standby mode.
2. Switch the device off at the mains switch.
The device is switched off.
8.3 Start temperature control application
A temperature application can be started directly on the unit. Other options
include timer-controlled temperature control application with the integrated
programmer and remote control via a connected PC.
The unit is switched on.
1. Activate the <Setpoint> field on the Home screen with the central
controller.
2. Enter the desired setpoint and confirm your input.
The autostart function makes it possible to start a temperature control
application directly using the mains switch or via an intermediate timer.
The device is configured ex works in such a ways that it switches to a safe
operating status in the event of power failure. The autostart function is
deactivated. The display shows “OFF.” The refrigeration aggregate, heater, and
pump motor are disconnected from the mains voltage.
The device is switched on.
1. Bring up the <Main menu>.
2. From the <Settings> submenu, select the menu option <Autostart>.
3. Check the <On> box and confirm your setting.
The autostart function is activated. The next time the device is switched on,
the temperature control application will immediately start with the preset
values. You can also connect and program a timer. In this case the mains
switch must remain on.
8.4.4 Set physical units
The physical units for temperature, pressure and flow can be set in the menu.
The device is switched on.
1. Bring up the <Main menu>.
2. From the <Settings> submenu, select the menu option <Units>.
3. Select the check boxes to display the desired units for temperature, pressure
and flow.
The physical units are set.
8.4.5 Set key tones
The device key tones can be enabled and disabled in the menu.
The device is switched on.
1. Bring up the <Main menu>.
2. From the <Settings> submenu, select the menu option <Key tones>.
3. Enable or disable the key tones.
The key tones are set. The setting is applied directly.
Measurement data for an ongoing temperature control application can also be
recorded onto a USB stick at the same time. The record documents the date,
time, setpoint temperature, intern actual value, external actual value and the
percentage power. The data is saved as a .txt file and can be subsequently
analyzed.
The device is switched on.
A USB stick is available.
1. Bring up the <Main menu>.
2. Bring up the <Record data> submenu.
The warning appears: “Please insert a USB stick!”.
3. Insert the USB stick into the USB socket on the back of the device.
4. Bring up the <Start measurement data recording on USB stick>
submenu.
5. Set the sampling interval from 1 to 60 seconds and confirm your setting.
6. Press the [Start] softkey.
7. If necessary, change the file name.
8. Confirm with the [OK] softkey.
The measurement data recording is started. The data is recorded at the
specified interval until you press the [Stop recording] softkey.
8.5.2 Reading out blackbox data
The blackbox stores all relevant data from the last 30 minutes. In addition, the
black box logs alarms and warnings.
The blackbox can be read out and the data sent to technical service for analysis.
The device is switched on.
A USB stick is available.
1. Bring up the <Main menu>.
2. Bring up the <Record data> submenu.
The warning appears: “Please insert a USB stick!”.
3. Insert the USB stick into the USB socket on the back of the device.
4. Bring up the <Save blackbox on USB stick> submenu.
5. If necessary, change the displayed file name.
6. Confirm with the [OK] softkey.
The blackbox data is saved onto the USB stick as a .txt file.
The device works with a PID control. Experience has shown that the control
parameters set ex works achieve an optimal temperature sequence in the
sample.
The internal and external control parameters can be adjusted in the submenu
<Control performance>.
For internal control, the control dynamic can be set to either Standard or
Aperiodic:
• With Aperiodic the temperature increase is temporally offset, so that the
actual temperature doesn’t overshoot
• With Standard the temperature increase is faster, but the actual
temperature can overshoot by up to 5%
Proportional range Xp
The proportional range Xp is the temperature range between the setpoint value
and the actual value, in which the heating capacity can be adjusted from 100%
to 0%. The value for Xp can be selected between 0 K and 10 K.
Integral controller Tn
The integral controller Tn is indicated in seconds. It reduces the difference
between the setpoint value and the actual value caused by the Xp component,
and keeps to the setpoint value.
Differential controller Tv
The differential controller Tv is specified in seconds. It shortens the regulation
time.
CoSpeed factor
The CoSpeed factor affects the temperature sequence when used with external
control. It directly affects Xpu and causes more aggressive temperature control.
Proportional range Xpu
The proportional range Xpu plays a role in external control. It corresponds with
the proportional range Xp for internal control.
The temperature sequence shown on the display provides information about
how individual control parameters can be optimized to achieve a better result.
Operation
Optimal temperature sequence,
temperature quickly reaches the
setpoint without overshooting,
and keeps the setpoint.
Symptom: Temperature sequence
slowly approaches the setpoint
and doesn’t quite reach it.
Solution: Decrease Tv and/or Tn,
increase Xp.
Symptom: Temperature sequence
quickly approaches the setpoint,
but overshoots it and oscillates.
Solution: Increase Tv and/or Tn.
Symptom: Temperature sequence
quickly approaches the setpoint
and overshoots.
Solution: Increase Xp.
Symptom: Temperature sequence
quickly approaches the setpoint,
the temperature builds up and the
setpoint is exceeded.
Solution: Decrease Xp and/or Tv.
The minimum value is defined internally. The maximum value is limited to
the adjustable maximum pump power in the menu <Setpoint limits>.
4. Activate the desired pump mode.
The pump is set.
To achieve low setpoint temperatures, it may be helpful to reduce the pump
output in certain situations. This decreases the pump's heat input into the bath
fluid.
8.7 Remote control device
The device can be connected to a PC via its interfaces and controlled remotely
using a program such as ° EasyTemp. It is also possible to send interface
commands to the device using a terminal.
The respective interface is set up when the remote control is deactivated.
If remote control mode is enabled, the device cannot be operated directly.
8.7.1 Remote control device using USB interface
The device can be remote-controlled via the standard USB B interface.
Operation
The device is switched off.
The computer has a terminal program installed.
1. Connect the device (USB plug type B) to the computer with a commercially
available USB cable.
2. Download the suitable USB driver from the download area of the website
Depending on the operating system used by the connected computer, it may
be necessary to install the USB driver.
3. Install the USB driver on the computer.
4. Switch the device on.
5. Call up the <Main menu> on the device.
6. In the submenu <Connect unit>/<Remote control> activate the USB
interface.
The home screen will show USB mode.
7. Start the terminal program on the computer.
8. Use the terminal program to select the COM port of the device and establish
a connection.
Remote control via the USB interface is activated. This is shown with the
“USB” on the home screen. You can now remotely control the device with
interface commands via the computer.
The interface parameters cannot be changed during remote control mode. If
they differ from the factory settings, they must be set before remote control
mode is activated.
Remote control is deactivated.
1. Call up the <Main menu> on the unit.
2. From the submenu <Connect unit>/<Digital interfaces> call up the
menu point <RS232>.
3. Set the interface parameters [Baud rate], [Handshake] and [Parity] if
they differ from the factory settings.
If parity is "None," the number of data bits is set to 8.
The interface parameters are set and immediately active.
8.7.3 Remote control device using RS232 interface
The device can be remote controlled via an optional RS232 interface. A null
modem cable is required to connect to a PC.
The device has an RS232 interface.
The device is switched off.
The computer has a terminal program installed.
1. Connect the device with the computer using a serial interface cable.
2. Switch the device on.
3. Start the terminal program on the computer.
4. Enter the interface parameters into the terminal program.
For the default setting, see the RS232 interface section. The values can be
set in the submenu <Connect unit>/<Digital interfaces>/<RS232>.
5. Use the terminal program to select the COM port of the circulators and
establish a connection.
6. Call up the <Main menu> on the device.
7. Activate the RS232 interface in the <Connect unit>/<Remote control>
submenu.
The home screen will show RS232 mode.
Remote control via the serial interface is activated. This is indicated by an
“R” in the status bar of the home screen. R-OFF appears in standby mode.
You can now remotely control the device with interface commands via the
terminal program.
The EPROG input can be used to send an external voltage or current signal to
the circulator. Depending on the setting, the circulator interprets the input
signals as a setpoint temperature, power capacity, flow or pressure, and can
output the values as a display on the start screen.
Please note the technical data of the REG/EPROG socket.
The device is switched on.
The remote control mode is deactivated.
The external voltage or current source is connected via the REG/EPROG
socket.
1. Bring up the <Main menu>.
2. Bring up the <Connect unit> submenu.
3. From the <Analog interfaces>/<Analog module> submenu, select the
menu option <EPROG>.
4. Select the input variable Setpoint, Capacity or Flow in the selection window.
If setpoint is selected then the external setpoint values must be set up.
If performance is selected then the actuating variable must be set up.
5. Select the signal type voltage or current.
6. Drive the external voltage/current source to the upper limit value.
The applied voltage or current will be shown as a measurement value.
7. Enter the upper input value and confirm your input.
8. Repeat steps 6 and 7 for the lower limit value.
The EPROG input is set.
8.7.5 Set external setpoint values
By default the setpoint is adjusted on the device or by the programmer. In
addition to this, the device offers the ability to externally specify the setpoint
using the analog REG/EPROG plug or an external Pt100 temperature sensor.
The device is switched on.
The remote control mode is deactivated.
1. Call up the <Main menu>.
2. Call up the submenu <Connect unit> then menu option <External
setpoint>.
3. Select Pt100 or EPROG.
Pt100 can only be selected if an external Pt100 temperature sensor is
connected to the device. The setpoint is then set using the external
temperature sensor.
EPROG can only be selected if the analog option is available and the
setpoint is defined as the input variable in submenu <Analog module>
for EPROG.
If the device is in remote control mode then the variable (capacity) with which
the cooling unit or heater is controlled can be set using interface commands.
This section describes how the actuating variable can be set.
The device is switched on.
1. Bring up the <Main menu>.
2. From the <Connect unit> submenu, select the menu option <Actuating variable>.
3. Select Digital or EPROG in the dialog window.
Digital can only be selected if remote control mode is activated.
EPROG can only be selected if the electronic slide-in module with analogue
connections is available and the capacity has been defined as an input
variable for EPROG in the submenu <Analoguemodule>. The remote
control mode must be deactivated.
The actuating variable is set.
8.7.7 Request device status
The current device status can be queried via an interface command.
The device is connected to a PC via an interface.
1. Enter the command "status“ in the terminal program and press [Enter].
The device responds with a status message. If an alarm or warning is
pending, the device sends the respective alarm or warning message to the
status query. Explanations of the status messages as well as alarm and
warning messages can be found in the Appendix.
8.8 Working with the programmer
Temperature control profiles are defined temperature profiles with a setpoint
temperature as well as a predefined temperature control duration or a
predefined gradient.
The programmer calculates a temperature ramp from these programmed values.
Use the profile timer function to start individual temperature control profiles and
define the number of repetitions. Several temperature control profiles can be
combined into one profile series.
In order for programmed temperature control profiles to run automatically, the
device must remain switched on.
In the case of a prolonged temperature control application, the level of bath
fluid in the bath tank can fall below the alarm limit due to evaporation. A low
liquid level alarm is triggered and temperature control application stops.
• In the event of a prolonged temperature control application, regularly
check the fill level of bath fluid in the bath tank
• If the level is low, refill the bath fluid
Operation
8.8.1 Setting the timer
The timer can be used to program the duration of a tempering from 0 to 999
minutes and to program the start time. The target temperature is set as the
setpoint temperature.
After the set duration has elapsed, the device switches to the previously defined
state:
• Standby mode
• Maintain target temperature
• Temper to original setpoint temperature
The device is switched on.
1. Bring up the <Main menu>.
2. From the <Programmer> submenu, select the menu option <Timer>.
The dialog box for setting the timer appears on the display.
3. Set the start time and the start date and confirm each entry.
4. Set the setpoint temperature and the desired duration, then confirm your
entry.
5. In the <Finalstate> field, select how the device should behave after the
temperature control expires.
6. Enable the <Active> field to activate the timer.
The timer is programmed and active.
8.8.2 Creating and editing a temperature control profile
Eight individual temperature control profiles can be created with up to 60
individual steps each. The programmer processes the programmed steps of a
temperature control profile according to the specifications.
The device is switched on.
1. Bring up the <Main menu>.
2. From the <Programmer> submenu, select the menu option
Temperature control sequences can be individually programmed for individual
temperature control profiles in the <Profile timer> submenu.
The device is switched on.
1. Bring up the <Main menu>.
2. From the <Programmer> submenu, select the menu option <Profile
timer>.
The dialog box for setting the profile timer appears on the display.
3. Select the <Profile> field.
The display changes to the <Edit profile> submenu.
4. Select a profile.
5. Press the [Back] softkey to return to the <Profile timer> submenu.
The selected temperature control profile is displayed in the dialog window.
6. Set the start time and the start date and confirm each entry.
7. In the <Profile runs> field, set how often the selected temperature control
profile should be repeated.
8. In the <Finalstate> field, select how the device should behave after the
temperature control sequence expires.
9. Enable the <Active> field to activate the profile timer.
The profile timer is programmed and active.
8.8.5 Profile series setup
The sequence of a profile series is set up in the <Profile series> submenu.
This defines the start time, the number of runs, the frequency, and the behavior
of the device at the end of the profile series.
The device is switched on.
1. Bring up the <Main menu>.
2. From the <Programmer> submenu, select the menu option <Profile
series>.
The dialog box for setting the profile series appears on the display.
3. Select the <Profile> field.
The display changes to the <Edit profile> submenu.
4. Select a profile.
5. Press the [Back] softkey to switch back to the <Profile series> submenu.
The selected temperature control profile is displayed in the dialog window.
6. Set the start time and date, as well as the series end and number of runs.
Always confirm your entry.
7. In the <Weekdays> field, select the days on which the profile series
8. In the <Finalstate> field, select how the device should behave after the
profile series expires.
9. Enable the <Active> field to activate the profile series.
The profile series is programmed and active. It starts at the programmed
start time on the specified start date and runs through the specified number
of temperature control applications on the specified weekdays. At the end
of series production, the device switches to the defined final state.
8.9 Configure signal outputs
8.9.1 Configure signal outputs of the REG/EPROG plug
The REG/EPROG socket provides three channels as signal outputs. The voltage
or current signals emitted via these channels can be externally processed.
The following values can be output:
• Setpoint: Specified setpoint
• Internal: Internal temperature sensor value
• External: External Pt100 temperature sensor value
• Performance: Value of the variable
The device is switched on.
The slide-in module with analog connections is installed.
1. Bring up the <Main menu>.
2. Bring up the <Connect unit> submenu.
3. From the <Analog interfaces>/<Analog module> submenu, select the
menu option <Channel 1…3>.
4. In the drop-down window, select the output variable Setpoint, Internal,
External or Capacity.
5. Enter the lowest output value as the 0 V value.
6. Enter the highest output value as the 10 V value.
7. Repeat steps 5 and 6 for channel 2 and channel 3 respectively.
Channel 3 configures the current output. 0 mA or 4 mA can be selected for
the lowest output value.
The signal outputs of the REG/EPROG socket are configured.
This section describes how standby input can be activated.
The device is switched on.
The electronics slide-in module with analog connections is installed.
1. Bring up the <Main menu>.
2. Bring up the <Connect unit> submenu.
3. From the <Analog interfaces>/<Analog module> submenu, select the
menu option <Standby>.
4. Select Active in the selection window.
The standby input is activated and can be used.
8.11 Adjusting the temperature sensor (ATC)
For physical reasons, there can be a temperature difference in the bath tank
between the temperature sensor and a defined, more remote point within the
bath fluid volume. As a result, the measured temperature deviates slightly from
the actual bath temperature. Adjustment of the temperature sensor can increase
accuracy of the temperature control application.
The adjustment of a temperature sensor requires the determination of the
temperature difference between the temperature sensor and the reference
thermometer. Three adjustment options are available:
• 1-point adjustment: When a sample is tempered to a certain setpoint. The
adjustment curve is displaced parallel to the original curve by the reference
amount.
• 2-point adjustment: When the temperature is controlled between two
setpoints. The slope of the temperature curve is adjusted between two
points.
• 3-point adjustment: When temperature is controlled within a temperature
range. This results in an arched temperature curve.
8.11.1 Adjust internal temperature sensor
This section describes how to adjust the internal temperature sensor of the
device.
The bath tank is filled.
The unit is switched on.
A calibrated reference thermometer is available.
3. From the <Install unit> submenu, select the menu option
<Adjust sensor>.
4. Set the internal mode to inactive.
The input fields are unlocked.
5. Enter the desired setpoint for internal in the first line and confirm your
entry.
6. Enable the number field highlighted in blue on the first line.
The temperature control application starts. Let the reference thermometer
settle for 10 minutes.
7. Enter the measured reference value in the first line in the Cal. column.
8. If necessary, repeat steps 5 to 7 for a 2-point or 3-point adjustment.
9. Activate the mode for the desired number of measuring points and press the
[Save] softkey.
The stored correction values are active immediately.
The internal temperature sensor is adjusted.
8.11.2 Adjust external temperature sensor
Measurable temperature differences can also occur in a connected application.
As with the internal temperature sensor, adjustment of the external temperature
sensor can improve accuracy of the temperature control application.
The unit is switched on.
External control is active.
An external temperature sensor is connected.
The bath tank is at least two thirds full.
A calibrated reference thermometer is available.
1. Hang the reference thermometer in the connected external bath tank.
2. Bring up the <Main menu>.
3. From the <Install unit> submenu, select the menu option
<Adjust sensor>.
4. Set the mode for external to inactive.
The input fields are unlocked.
5. For external, enter the desired setpoint in the first line and confirm your
entry.
6. Enable the number field highlighted in blue on the first line.
The temperature control application starts. Let the reference thermometer
settle for 10 minutes.
7. Enter the measured reference value in the first line in the Cal. column.
8. If necessary, repeat steps 5 to 7 for a 2-point or 3-point adjustment.
9. Activate the mode for the desired number of measuring points and press the
[Save] softkey.
The stored correction values are active immediately.
The external temperature sensor is adjusted.
The device is equipped with a detachable power cord.
If the power cord needs to be replaced, ensure that the new one is at least
dimensioned for the device power requirements. Insufficiently dimensioned
power cords must not be used. See type plate for mains voltage and current
value.
We recommend only using original JULABO spare parts.
9.2 Check safety symbols
The safety labels affixed to the device must be clearly legible at all times. Their
condition must be checked every two years.
1. Check the safety signs on the device for legibility and completeness.
2. Replace defective or missing safety markings.
Safety signs can be reordered from JULABO.
The safety signs on the device have been checked.
9.3 Check the functionality of high temperature cut-off
This section describes how you can test that the high temperature safety
function is operational.
Slotted screwdriver, size 3
The device is switched on.
1. Set the display of the start screen so that it shows the high temperature cutoff value.
2. Use the screwdriver to adjust the overtemperature protection to a
temperature that is below the displayed actual value.
An acoustic signal sounds and the alarm message “Set protective
temperature exceeded” is displayed. The high temperature cut-off works.
3. Then set a value that is above the actual value.
4. Switch the device off, wait a few seconds, then switch the device on again.
The alarm message is deactivated.
5. Set the high temperature cut-off.
The high temperature cut-off is set and its functionality tested.
JULABO provides a warranty that the device will function perfectly as long as it
is connected and used correctly and as described in the operating manual.
The warranty period is one year from the invoice date.
With the 1PLUS warranty, the warranty can be extended to two years free of
charge.
The 1PLUS warranty gives the user a free extended warranty to 24 months, limit
to a maximum of 10,000 hours of service.
A prerequisite for this is that the user registers the device at
quoting its serial number, within four weeks of initial operation. The warranty
applies from the date of JULABO GmbH’s original invoice.
Interface commands allow the device to be remote controlled. Parameters can
be retrieved and the current status can be queried. To do this, the device must
be connected to the master computer via a digital interface. Interface
commands are entered using a terminal program.
Interface commands are divided into IN commands and OUT commands.
• IN commands: Retrieve parameters
Command structure: Command +
E.g. Retrieve the setpoint temperature:
IN_SP_00
E.g. Response of the device:
55.5 LF
• OUT commands: Set parameters (only in remote control mode)
Command structure: Command + + Parameter
E.g. Set the setpoint temperature to 55.5 °C:
OUT_SP_0055.5
13.1.1 IN commands
IN commands retrieve device parameters.
Process values System response
Actual value
Current variable (%)
Current temperature of the external Pt100 temperature sensor
Current temperature of the temperature safety sensor
Current setting of the high temperature safety function
Current pressure. EPROG input must be set to pressure
Set actuating variable specification via serial interface
Set temperature unit
0 = °C
1 = °F
Set pressure unit:
0 = bar
Set flow unit:
0 = l/min
1 = gpm
Set pump setting
High temperature alarm limit
Low temperature alarm limit
Device modes System response
Return value 0. The value 0 stands for the control temperature
setpoint as only one temperature setpoint can be set (downward
compatibility for older devices)
Operating mode setting for the EPROG input:
0 = 0…10 V
1 = 4…20 mA
Operating mode setting for the temperature control:
0 = Internal
1 = External
Operating mode set for the temperature control system:
0 = Stop
1 = Start
If the device is connected to a network and remotely controlled, a status query
via interface command will output any pending alarms or warnings as text.
Alarm and warning messages are described in the table.
If a displayed error code is not described in the table or the error is still pending
after switching off and on again, please contact Technical Service.
The listed error codes can occur depending on the device type and version.
-01 The unit is being operated with a bath
-03 The measured temperature is over the
-04 The measured temperature is below
-05 The cable for the working
-06 The temperature difference between
-14
-15 The line of the external temperature
fluid level that is too low.
set high temperature limit.
the set low temperature limit.
temperature sensor has broken or
short-circuited.
the working temperature sensor and
the safety temperature sensor is too
large.
The set protective temperature has
been exceeded.
sensor has short circuited or been
interrupted.
• Top up the bath fluid.
• Check the temperature control hoses
for damage and replace if necessary.
• Increase “high temperature"
temperature limit or decrease
temperature setpoint.
• Reduce “low temperature"
temperature limit or increase
temperature setpoint.
• Contact Technical Service.
• Increase circulation.
• Check the viscosity of the tempering
fluid.
• If the fault has not been remedied,
contact Technical Service.
• Check working temperature range of
the application.
• Increase the value of the protective
temperature or decrease the setpoint
temperature until it is lower than the
set protective temperature.
• Check electrical connection to external
temperature sensor.