Thermo Scientific RLE30086D, RLE30086A, RLE60086D, RLE50086A, RLE40086A Instruction Manual

Ultra Low
Temperature Freezers

Revco RLE series, Forma 89000
series, HERAfreeze HLE series and
Thermo Scientific TLE series

Installation and Operation

328398H01 Rev. B April 2017

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IMPORTANT Read this instruction manual. Failure to follow the instructions in this manual can result
in damage to the unit, injury to operating personnel, and poor equipment performance.

CAUTION All internal adjustments and maintenance must be performed by qualified service personnel.

Material in this manual is for informational purposes only. The contents and the product it describes are
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Table of Contents

Table of Contents

Models.......................................................................................1

Safety Precautions....................................................................2

Unpacking.................................................................................4

Packing List..............................................................................5

General Recommendations.....................................................6

Temperature Monitoring...................................................... 6

General Usage...................................................................... 6

Initial Loading...................................................................... 6

Battery Door Opening / Closing .......................................... 7

Operating Standards ...............................................................8

Electrical Specifications....................................................... 8

Installation................................................................................9

Location ............................................................................... 9

Wiring .................................................................................. 9

Leveling ............................................................................. 10

Backup System (Optional)................................................. 10

Super Insulated Cabinet Construction................................ 10

Door Operation .................................................................. 10

Pressure Equalization Port ................................................. 12

Installing the Remote Alarm Connector ............................ 12

Intended Use ...................................................................... 13

Start Up...................................................................................14

Initial Start Up.................................................................... 14

Standby Mode.................................................................... 21

Operation................................................................................22

Operation Overview........................................................... 22

Home Screen...................................................................... 22

Settings............................................................................... 23

Event Log........................................................................... 30

Alarms................................................................................ 31

Users................................................................................... 32

Reports............................................................................... 35

Chart................................................................................... 36

Health Status and Alarm Management ...............................40

Health Status Overview ..................................................... 40

Notifications / Cautions ..................................................... 42

Alarms / Warning............................................................... 43

Backup System (Optional) ....................................................45

CO2 and LN2 Precautions ...................................................

45

Table of Contents

Installation.......................................................................... 46

Start Up.............................................................................. 47

Operation............................................................................ 47

Chart Recorders (Optional)..................................................48

Set Up and Operation......................................................... 48

Changing Chart Paper........................................................ 49

Calibration Adjustment...................................................... 49

Maintenance and Troubleshooting.......................................50

Cleaning the Condenser ..................................................... 50

Cleaning the Condenser Filter............................................ 50

Gasket Maintenance........................................................... 50

Defrosting the Freezer........................................................ 51

Battery Maintenance.......................................................... 51

Warranty ................................................................................52

Warranty (International)......................................................53

Appendix A: Alarm Summary..............................................54

Appendix B: Event Log Detail..............................................60

1 Models

Models

Brand - Model Size (xxx) Voltage (*)

Forma - 89xxx86* 300 / 400 / 500 / 600 A / D / V
Thermo Scientific –TLExxx86* 300 / 400 / 500 / 600 A / D / V
HERAfreeze –HLExxx86* 300 / 400 / 500 / 600 A / D / V
Revco -RLExxx86* 300 / 400 / 500 / 600 A / D / V

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Safety Precautions

2 Safety Precautions In this manual, the following symbols and conventions are used:

This symbol used alone indicates important operating instructions which
reduce the risk of injury or poor performance of the unit.

CAUTION: This symbol, in the context of a CAUTION, indicates a
potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in minor to
moderate injury or damage to the equipment.

WARNING: This symbol indicates potentially hazardous situations which,
if not avoided, could result in serious injury or death.

WARNING: This symbol indicates situations where dangerous voltages
exist and potential for electrical shock is present.

The snowflake symbol indicates extreme low temperatures and high risk of
frostbite. Do not touch bare metal or samples with unprotected body parts.

This symbol indicates a need to use gloves during the indicated procedures.
If performing decontamination procedures, use chemically resistant gloves.
Use insulated gloves for handling samples and when using liquid nitrogen.

Before installing, using or maintaining this product, please be sure to read
this manual and product warning labels carefully. Failure to follow these
instructions may cause this product to malfunction, which could result in
injury or damage.

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Safety Precautions

Below are important safety precautions that apply to this product:

Use this product only in the way described in the product literature and in
this manual. Before using it, verify that this product is suitable for its
intended use. If this equipment is used in a manner not specified by the
manufacturer, the protection provided by the equipment may be impaired.

Do not modify system components, especially the controller. Use OEM
exact replacement equipment or parts. Before use, confirm that the product
has not been altered in any way.

WARNING: Your unit must be properly grounded in conformity with
national and local electrical codes. Never connect the unit to overloaded
power sources.

WARNING: Disconnect the unit from all power sources before cleaning,
troubleshooting, or performing other maintenance on the product or its
controls.

WARNING: “Caution, risk of fire”. This unit is charged with hydrocarbon
refrigerants.

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Unpacking

3 Unpacking At delivery, examine the exterior for physical damage while the carrier’s

representative is present. If exterior damage is present, carefully unpack and
inspect the unit and all accessories for damage.

If there is no exterior damage, unpack and inspect the equipment within five
days of delivery. If you find any damage, keep the packing materials and
immediately report the damage to the carrier. Do not return goods to the
manufacturer without written authorization. When submitting a claim for
shipping damage, request that the carrier inspect the shipping container and
equipment.

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4 Packing List Inside the freezer cabinet is a bag containing:

• This manual

• A handle lock key

• A CD with user’s manuals, including translated versions

• Certificates of conformance and calibration

• A remote alarm contact connector

• Posts for rear spacing

If you have ordered a field-installed chart recorder, the bag will also contain:

• Recorder installation instructions

• Extra inkless paper

If you have ordered a backup system, the cabinet will also contain:

Packing List

• A hose assembly

• English and metric connectors

If specified on the order, the bag may also include:

• A QC temperature graph and test log

• Calibration information

If you have ordered the Proximity Access Card Option, the cards will be in a
bag attached to the front of the freezer.

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General Recommendations

5 General

Recommendations

5.1 Temperature Monitoring

5.2 General Usage This refrigeration system is designed to maintain ultra-low temperatures

IMPORTANT NOTE We recommend the use of a redundant and

independent temperature monitoring system so that the freezer can be
monitored continuously for performance commensurate with the value of
product stored.

with safety in an ambient environment within 15°C to 32°C (59°F to 90°F),
only when the freezer is used for storage.

WARNING: This unit is not a “rapid-freeze” device. Freezing large
quantities of liquid, or high-water content items, will temporarily increase
the chamber temperature and will cause the compressors to operate for a
prolonged time period.

Avoid opening the door for extended time periods since chamber
temperature air will escape rapidly. Also, keep the inner doors closed as
much as possible. When room air, which is higher in humidity, replaces
chamber air, frost may develop in the chamber more rapidly.

5.3 Initial Loading Allow the freezer to operate at the desired temperature for a minimum

of 12 hours before loading.

Load the freezer one shelf at a time, beginning with the top shelf. After
loading each shelf, allow the freezer to recover to the desired set point before
loading the next shelf. Repeat this process until the freezer is fully loaded.

CAUTION: Failure to follow these procedures or overloading the unit may
cause undue stress on the compressors or jeopardize user product safety.

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General Recommendations

5.4 Battery Door

Opening / Closing

To open the grille door, pull the door from the top right corner as shown in
the figure below.

To close the grille door, push the door against frame to hold latch in
position.

Figure 1. Door Opening

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Operating Standards

6 Operating

Standards

6.1 Electrical Specifications

The freezers described in this manual are classified for use as stationary
equipment in a Pollution Degree 2 and Overvoltage Category II
environment.

These units are designed to operate under the following environmental
conditions:

• Indoor use

• Altitude up to 2000m

• Maximum relative humidity 60% for temperatures within 15°C to 32°C
(59°F to 90°F).

• Main supply voltage fluctuations not to exceed ±10% of the nominal
voltage.

The last character in the model number listed on the dataplate identifies the
electrical specifications for your unit.

Specific unit current rating is listed on

the dataplate.

The voltage types are A, D and V as specified in the following table:

Table 1. Revco RLE series, Forma 89000 series, HERAfreeze HLE
series and Thermo Scientific TLE series Electrical Specifications

Model Voltage Frequency Current

300A 115 V 60 Hz 12.6 A
300D 208-230 V 60 Hz 5.6 A
300V 230 V 50 Hz 5.9 A
400A 115 V 60 Hz 13.0 A
400D 208-230 V 60 Hz 5.9 A
400V 230 V 50 Hz 5.3 A
500A 115 V 60 Hz 12.5 A
500D 208-230 V 60 Hz 5.0 A
500V 230 V 50 Hz 5.9 A
600A 115 V 60 Hz 12.7 A
600D 208-230 V 60 Hz 6.2 A
600V 230 V 50 Hz 6.1 A

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WARNING: Do not exceed the electrical rating printed on the data plate

located on the lower left side of the unit.

7.1 Location Install the unit in a level area free from vibration with a minimum of 8 inch

(20 cm) of space on the top and sides, 6 inch (15 cm) in back. Refer to
Section 7.3 for further instructions on leveling cabinets. Allow enough
clearance so that door can swing open at least 85°.

The rear spacing posts provided with the freezer can be used to ensure
proper clearance. To install the spacing posts, screw them into the back in
the rear deck area.

Do not position the equipment in direct sunlight or near heating diffusers,
radiators, or other sources of heat. The ambient temperature range at the
location must be 15°C to 32°C (59°F to 90°F).

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7.2 Wiring

CAUTION: Connect the equipment to the correct power source. Incorrect

voltage can result in severe damage to the equipment.

CAUTION: For personal safety and trouble-free operation, this unit must
be properly grounded before it is used. Failure to ground the equipment
may cause personal injury or damage to the equipment. Always conform to
the National Electrical Code and local codes. Do not connect the unit to
overloaded power lines.

CAUTION: Do not position the unit in a way that impedes access to the
disconnecting device or circuit breaker in the back of the unit.

CAUTION: Always connect the freezer to a dedicated (separate) circuit.
Each freezer is equipped with a service cord and plug designed to connect it
to a power outlet which delivers the correct voltage. Supply voltage must be
within ±10% of the freezer rated voltage.

CAUTION: Never remove or disable the grounding prong from the service
cord plug. If the prong is removed, the warranty is invalidated.

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7.3 Leveling Make sure that the floor is level. The unit must be level both front to back

and side to side.

300 and 400 box capacity models are equipped with one or two leveling legs
on the right hand side. These may be used to help prevent the unit from
shifting during a door opening.

Be certain to lock the brakes for units equipped with casters.

7.4 Backup System (Optional)

7.5 Super Insulated

Cabinet Construction

If you are using a CO2 or LN2 backup system, refer to Section 11 for
installation and operation instructions.

In all models, the cabinet walls have a vacuum insulation core encapsulated
by a sealed film laminate.

CAUTION: Never drill holes in or near the cabinet walls. Drilling could
damage the insulation and make the unit inoperable.

7.6 Door Operation Upright freezer models are equipped with an advanced assembly specifically

designed for ultra-low temperature freezers.

Features include:

• One-hand operation

• A front-accessible lock

• Hasps for a standard padlock to provide additional security. Length of
the shackle should be between 3/4 inch (1.9 cm) and 11/2 inch (3.8 cm).

• Durable construction for reliable operation and safe product storage.

• Door ramp alignment feature

• Optional controlled access to the freezer with Proximity Access cards.

CAUTION: When moving the freezer, always grasp cabinet surfaces; never
pull the freezer by the latch handle.

7.6.1 Opening the Door For freezers with the Proximity Access Card option:

1. Remove the padlock if installed.

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2. To unlock the door, pass the card in front of the freezer below the LCD
display.

3. Grasp the latch handle and pull it toward yourself until the latch
disengages from the cabinet strike.

4. Keep pulling by the latch handle to open the main door.

For freezers without the Access Card option:

1. Remove the padlock if installed.

2. Grasp the latch handle and pull it toward yourself until the latch
disengages from the cabinet strike.

3. Keep pulling by the latch handle to open the main door.

7.6.2 Opening the Door During a Power Outage

7.6.3 Closing the Door Note The latch does not self-engage automatically when you close the door. You

In case of power outage and a unit that has the Proximity Access Card
option, you may use a 9 volt battery to activate the system. To access the 9
volt terminal, remove the USB cover and locate the battery terminals.

Once the terminals are exposed, open the door by holding the 9 volt battery
against the terminals and pass a valid proximity card below the display area.
Once the door is open, remove the 9 volt battery.

Note The terminals are polarized therefore orient the 9 volt battery properly.

must rotate the latch into the open position first.

1. Grasp the latch handle (preferably with your left hand) and pull it
toward yourself, rotating the latch into the open position.

2. Move the freezer door into the closed position and gently push the
handle away from you, making sure that the latch engages fully with the
cabinet strike.

3. Keep applying gentle pressure to the latch handle until the latch is
securely in closed position.

4. Insert the key and rotate counterclockwise to lock.

5. Replace the padlock as required.

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7.7 Pressure

Equalization Port

7.8 Installing the
Remote Alarm

Connector

When an upright ultra-low temperature freezer door is opened, room
temperature air rushes into the storage compartment. When the door is
closed, the fixed volume of air is cooled rapidly. Pressure drops below
atmospheric pressure, resulting in a substantial vacuum. Re-entry into the
cabinet is impossible until internal pressures are returned to atmospheric
pressure. Without a pressure equalization mechanism, it can take, in
extreme cases, several hours before the door can easily be reopened.

All upright models feature a port that provides vacuum relief after door
openings. The pressure equalization port is located in the door behind the
eye-level panel on the front of the freezer. Although the port is designed to
self-defrost, excessive frost accumulation on the inner door could eventually
restrict air flow. Therefore you should periodically inspect the inner door
and brush away any loose frost using a stiff nylon brush.

The remote alarm contacts are located on the back of the freezer above and
to the left of the power switch. After installing the wiring from the remote
alarm to the connector, install the connector to the freezer micro-board.

The pin configuration is shown in Figure 2 below.

Figure 2. Remote Alarm Pin Configuration

The contacts will trip in the event of a power outage, high temperature
alarm, low temperature alarm or door ajar alarm.

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7.9 Intended Use The -86°C freezer (refer to Section 1 for the specific model series) described

in this manual are high performance units for professional use. These
products are intended for use as cold storage in research use and as a general
purpose laboratory freezer, storing samples or inventory at operating
temperatures between -50°C and -80°C.

It is not considered a medical device and has therefore not been registered
with a medical device regulatory body (e.g. FDA): that is, it has not been
evaluated for the storage of samples for diagnostic use or for samples to be
re-introduced to the body.

This unit is not intended for use in classified hazardous locations, nor to be
used for the storage of flammable inventory.

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Start Up

8 Start Up

8.1 Initial Start Up To start up the freezer, complete the following steps:

1. Plug the freezer into the power outlet.

2. Turn the power switch in back of the freezer, on the bottom right, to the
ON position.

3. Once the freezer is powered up, the Thermo Scientific logo is displayed
on the front screen. If this is the first time the unit is being turned on, an
initial setup must be completed. Tap the Start Setup button to initiate
the setup.

Figure 3. Main Screen

The first step of the setup is to select the language. This screen allows you to
specify the preferred display language. Once the language is selected, tap the
Next button.

Figure 4. Language Selection Screen

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The next screen allows you to select the date and date format. After setting
the date, tap the Next button.

Figure 5. Date Setup Screen

The next screen allows you to specify the time and time format. After setting
the time, tap the Next button.

Figure 6. Time Setup Screen

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The next screen allows you to specify the temperature unit. After selecting
the unit, tap the Next button.

Figure 7. Units Setup Screen

The next 3 screens provide installation instructions.

The first screen provides information regarding power source and ambient
temperature conditions. Tap the Next button to continue through the
installation instructions.

Figure 8. Installation Instructions (Power and Temperature) Screen

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The second screen provides information regarding unit positioning, spacing
and leveling. Tap the Next button after reviewing.

Figure 9. Installation Instructions (Positioning) Screen

The third screen provides information regarding initial freezer loading. Tap
the Next button after reviewing.

Figure 10. Installation Instructions (Before Usage) Screen

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The next screen allows you to identify an individual freezer by specifying a
Unit Name. After entering a name, tap the Next button.

Figure 11. Unit Name Setup Screen

The next screen allows you to specify the temperature, warm and cold alarm
setpoints. After setting the temperatures, tap the Next button.

Figure 12. Setpoints and Alarms Screen

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This screen allows you to select the Operating Mode. Once the operating
mode has been selected, tap the Next button.

Figure 13. Operating Mode Setup Screen

This screen allows you to specify the Access Mode.

Figure 14. Access Mode Setup Screen

If Secured Access is selected, at least one administrative account will need to be
created. This can be done in step 12.

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This screen allows you to enter the details of the administrator. All the fields
marked with a red asterisk have to be filled. Once the details are entered, tap the
Next button to proceed to step 13.

Figure 15. Secured Access Mode Setup Screen

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This screen indicates your initial setup is complete. Press the Finish button
to complete initial setup or the Back button to make changes.

Figure 16. Complete Setup Screen

8.2 Standby Mode There is a standby button on the front of the unit. When pressed and held

for ~3 seconds the user will be prompted to confirm that the unit should be
placed in standby mode. Upon confirmation, the unit will enter standby
mode. The refrigeration system will be shut down and the unit will not
cool while in standby mode. To exit standby mode and restore normal
operation, the standby power button must be pressed and held for ~1
second.

Standby Button

Figure 17. Standby Button

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9 Operation

9.1 Operation Overview Once you have successfully completed the initial start up procedures, the

freezer starts operating normally and the only actions required are:

• Setting the operating and alarm set points, refer to Section 9.3.1.

• Activating the CO2 or LN2 backup system if installed. For instructions
on backup settings and activating the system, refer to Section 11.

9.2 Home Screen The Home Screen below is the default screen.

Figure 18. Home Screen

The various options available on the home screen are:

• The vertical panel on the left is the navigation bar that provides access to
all functions of the unit.

• The colored icon in the middle indicates the health of the unit. There
are four icons to denote this:

• Green heart with a check mark indicates operation is normal.

• Yellow triangle with an exclamation mark indicates a notification.

• Red bell indicates an alarm condition.

• Red bell with a diagonal indicates the alarm has been snoozed.

• A login button to login into the system. Refer to Section 9.2.1 for more
information.

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• The setpoint temperature is displayed. This can be changed by tapping
the Setpoint button at the bottom of the screen.

• The temperature chart can be viewed by tapping the Chart button at the
bottom of the screen. Refer to Section 9.8 for more information.

• The “i” icon at the bottom right corner of the screen is the onboard help
button. Tap this icon to display an onboard help box with text
explaining all of the features available on that particular screen.

• The back button to navigate to the previous screen.

9.2.1 User Login When the system is in Secured Access Mode, the user has to login by

entering their username and password.

When the system is running in Full Access mode, the login feature is
restricted to service technicians to access the Service screens.

9.3 Settings The second tab on the navigation panel is the Settings icon. The following

screen will be displayed once the Settings icon is tapped:

Figure 19. Settings Screen

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9.3.1 Alarms The Alarm Settings screen provides the option to set the warm and cold

alarm setpoints. Tap the Warm Alarm or Cold Alarm button and the
Setpoints screen will be displayed permitting parameter adjustments. For
more information, refer to Section 9.3.5.

Figure 20. Alarm Settings Screen

• War m A larm: The range of the warm alarm temperature is -40°C to
within 5°C of setpoint.

Note The warm alarm will be disabled for 12 hours from a warm start

condition.

• Cold Alarm: The range is -99°C to within 5°C of setpoint.

• Extreme Ambient: This allows the user to set the extreme ambient
alarm setpoint. The range is 32°C to 40°C. Default is 37°C.

• Compressor Temp:

compressor sump

It is an alarm setpoint for th

temperature. The range is 70°C to 98°C. Default is

e second stage

94°C.

•

Snooze Timeout:

This sets the time to sn

ooze the audible alarm for an

active alarm.

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9.3.2 Display From the Settings screen, pressing the Display button will show the Display

screen. Various display settings can be adjusted.

Figure 21. Display Screen

• Brightness: Use the slide control or the +/- buttons to adjust the
brightness level of the display.

• Language: To change the display language, tap the Language button and
select the desired language.

• Date: To set the date and the date format, tap the Date button.

• Units of Measure: To change the displayed unit of measure, tap the
Units of Measure button.

• Time: To set the time and time format, tap the Time button.

• Unit Name: To enter or change the unit name, tap the Unit Name
button.

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• Auto Time Off: Select the time range for when the LCD will
automatically darken. The default option None, will leave the LCD
constantly illuminated.

• Icon Bar Customization: This is used to customize the bottom three
icons in the navigation bar.

• Homescreen Set: To select the default homescreen, tap the Homescreen
Set button.

• Screen Sensitivity: Select to modify the touch sensitivity of the screen.

• Screen Calibration: Tap to run a screen auto calibration routine.

Select the Save button after making the necessary changes.

9.3.3 Users Access Mode is used to change the access mode for the system (full or

secured), add a user to the system, and to import and/or export a user
database.

The Users screen can also be accessed by using the User Icon on the left
navigation bar. For more information, refer to Section 9.6.

Figure 22. Users Screen

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9.3.4 Files and Info The following screen is displayed when the Files and Info button is selected:

Figure 23. Files and Info Screen

• Factory Reset: Select to reset the settings, including temperature
setpoint to factory defaults.

• Configuration Files: This is used to export or import configuration
files. Configuration files may be uploaded to other freezers.

• Reports: This is used to export temperature and event data. A date range
can be provided too. Refer to Section 9.7 for more information.

• Contact Us: Tap this button to view or modify the service contact
information.

9.3.5 Controls Temperature setpoints can be set in the Controls screen. To select a

temperature setpoint,

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Select the Controls button to navigate to the Controls screen.

Figure 24. Controls Screen

• Operating Mode: The default setting is the Standard mode, which
provides a balance between power consumption and peak variation
performance. High Performance mode provides minimum temperature
peak variation.

Note Customers performing on-site temperature calibration may observe as

much as a 2°C variation when an external probe is placed next to the freezer
control probe. This variation is due to optimization of the control system to
ensure temperature uniformity throughout the chamber.

• Power Recovery Delay: Tap this button to set the time delay upon
startup after power failure. Default is 0.

• Temperature Offset: This is used for calibration. Range is -10°C to
+7°C. Default is 0.

• Backup System Settings: This screen allows the user to select the
backup type and backup setpoint for units with a backup system
installed. For more information, refer to Section 11.

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• Tap the Temperature Setpoint button to display the Setpoints screen:

Figure 25. Setpoints Screen

• The setpoint and temperature alarm parameters may be adjusted by
swiping the spin control up / down or pressing the up / down
arrows.

Note A setpoint change may automatically change the warm and / or

cold alarm setpoints as well to prevent unnecessary alarms.

• After selecting the temperatures, tap the Save button to confirm
changes.

Note If the save button is not pressed, the unit will not respond to the

setpoint change request.

Warm Alarm Test: Tapping this button puts the system into a warm alarm
test which simulates a warm alarm experience. Once this is selected, the
homescreen is displayed with the current temperature readout. The
temperature display will increase to the warm alarm temperature setpoint.
Once the warm alarm temperature has been reached, the user is prompted
to end the test.

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9.4 Event Log The third tab on the navigation panel is the event log that contains a record

of user and system events. The Event Log screen will be displayed once the
Event Log icon is pressed:

Figure 26. Event Log Screen

This screen displays up to two weeks of recent events, with date time stamps
for each event.

The Date/Time and Event columns can be sorted in an ascending or
descending order by selecting the column header.

Additional information of an individual event can be viewed by selecting the
event.

There is a drop down list based on the event types. The event types can be
filtered and categorized into: Alarm, Door, User, Battery and Backup. When
a filter is selected, the View All button on the right changes to Filter ON.

Figure 27. Event Log Screen with Filter

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To export event and temperature logs,

1. Choose the item to be exported from Export drop down list. The
options available are: Event and Temperature Log, Event Log,
Temperature Log and Reports.

2. Select the export format of the log or report.

3. A predefined or custom date range may be selected.

4. A USB drive must be inserted to store the log or report. Tap the Export
Log button to download the log or report.

Figure 28. Export Log Screen

9.5 Alarms By selecting the Alarm tab, the Alarm Settings screen is displayed. For more

information on setpoints, refer to Section 9.3.1.

Figure 29. Alarm Settings Screen

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9.6 Users The User tab is used to display the Users screen. Access Mode is used to

change the access mode for the system (full or secured), add a user to the
system, and to import and/or export a user database. The following screen is
displayed when the User icon is selected:

Figure 30. Users Screen

The Import button allows a user database to be imported.

Note The database to be imported must be taken from another unit running the

same software otherwise the system will not recognize the database.

The user database can be exported using the Export button. A USB drive
must be inserted for the data to be transferred.

9.6.1 Adding New Users Select the Add User button to navigate to the Add a User screen:

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Figure 31. Add a User Screen

Fill the information in the fields and tap Add User. An asterisk denotes a
required field.

• First Name: Enter the user’s first name.

• Last Name: Enter the user’s last name.

• Email: Enter the user’s email address.

• User Name: Enter the username as required. A default will appear based
upon the email address entered.

• Password: Enter and confirm a user password. The password entered
should be 3-16 characters long, have at least 1 uppercase, 1 number and
1 special character.

• Phone: Enter a user telephone number. Additional phone numbers can
be added by tapping the ‘+’ symbol.

• User Role: Select the access level for the user.

• Admin: This user has access to change settings and manage profiles.

• User Level 1: This user has access to change basic functionality such

as temperature and alarm setpoints.

• User Level 2: This user can view the temperature and alarm

information but cannot change the settings.

• Access ID: Refer to Section 9.6.3 for more information on access cards.

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Operation

9.6.2 Editing and Deleting Users

To edit an existing user, tap the user entry in the Users screen and User
Details screens will be displayed. Make the required edits by selecting the
appropriate field and changing the information. After making the changes,
tap the “Edit User” button and confirm.

To delete a user, select the Delete User button and confirm.

Note This action cannot be undone.

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Operation

Figure 32. User Details Screen

9.6.3 Managing Access Cards When the Access Card system is installed, the User Details screen allows

assigning cards to each user. Users may then swipe their access card to gain
access to the freezer or login.

To associate an access card to a selected user, tap the Access ID field of the
User Details screen (refer to Figure 32) and hold the card at the bottom
center of the LCD screen. The Access ID field will automatically be
populated and you will hear a beep. Only one card may be added per user.

9.7 Reports The Report tab is used to export a log or report. The Export Logs and

Reports screen will be displayed when the Report icon is pressed. If Reports
is selected as the Export type, the date range is limited to two options - one
week (default) and one day. Refer to Section 9.4 for more information.

Figure 33. Export Logs and Reports Screen

Thermo Fisher Scientific Ultra Low Temperature Installation and Operation 35

Operation

9.8 Chart The chart displays temperature data.

There can be a maximum of two Y-axis. The left Y-axis is Primary and the
right Y-axis is Secondary. Items displayed on the Primary axis are listed on
the left and the ones displayed on the Secondary axis are listed on the right.
Time is denoted on the X-axis.

Figure 34. Chart with items on Primary axis

Figure 35. Chart with items on Primary and Secondary axes

The four buttons on the bottom of the screen are used to:

• Change the setpoint

• Export the chart

• Edit the chart, refer to Section 9.8.1 for more information

• Expand the chart to full screen or return to the default view.

36 Installation and Operation Thermo Fisher Scientific Ultra Low Temperature

9.8.1 Editing the Chart When the Pencil icon is selected, the Chart Edit screen is displayed:

Figure 36. Chart Edit Screen

• The X-Axis button allows the user to select a time span of 2, 4, 6 or 8
hours.

Operation

• The Items to Chart button allows the user to select the items to be
displayed on the chart. A maximum of four items may be selected.

Thermo Fisher Scientific Ultra Low Temperature Installation and Operation 37

Operation

Figure 37. Items to Chart Screen

• The Primary Y-Axis button allows the user to set the temperature range.
If Auto is selected, the temperatures are automatically set. If Manual is
selected, the user has to specify the high and low temperatures.

Figure 38. Primary Y-Axis Set screen

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Operation

• The Secondary Y-Axis button allows the user to set the temperature
range. If Auto is selected, the temperatures are automatically set. If
Manual is selected, the user has to specify the high and low
temperatures. Item associated with the Secondary Y-Axis will be
displayed as a dotted line. The Axis On toggle button is used to enable
the Secondary Y-axis.

Figure 39. Secondary Y-Axis Set Screen

• Show Event Overlay: Enable quick reference event icons to be displayed
on the top of the chart.

9.8.2 Event Icons Icons related to events will appear on the top of the chart.

Icon Description

Door Open
Power Failure
Temperature Alarm
Service
Multiple Events

Thermo Fisher Scientific Ultra Low Temperature Installation and Operation 39

Health Status and Alarm Management

10 Health Status

and Alarm

Management

10.1 Health Status Overview

Selecting the Health Status (green heart) icon in the home screen displays
the following screen:

Figure 40. Health Status Screen

• Door Openings: Total displays the number of times the door has been
opened since the last reset. Last Open displays the duration the door was
last opened. Tap the Reset icon to change the Door Openings values to

0.

• Temperature Excursions: Actual displays the current cabinet
temperature. Warm and Cold displays are the highest and lowest
temperatures recorded since the last reset. Tap the Reset icon to set the
Warm and Cold values to the current cabinet temperature.

• Conditions: Voltage displays the input voltage. Ambient displays the
unit ambient temperature. By tapping the Conditions Detail button the
following screen will be displayed:

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Health Status and Alarm Management

Figure 41. Conditions Detail Screen

• Power Modes: Displays the state of the on-board voltage conditioning
system.

• Main Battery: Displays the voltage of the main battery. There is also a
12 month countdown timer that should be reset every time the battery
is replaced.

• Backup System: The BUS information will be displayed if a BUS is
present.

Selecting the System Dashboard button in Figure 40 displays the on board
sensor readings.

Figure 42. System Dashboard Screen

When a BUS is present, the BUS RTD and BUS battery values are also
displayed.

Thermo Fisher Scientific Ultra Low Temperature Installation and Operation 41

Health Status and Alarm Management

10.2 Notifications / Cautions

In the event of a notification, the green heart is replaced by a yellow triangle
icon. The number in the blue circle indicates the total number of
notifications.

A yellow triangle on the home screen indicates less serious caution
conditions, such as extended door openings and alarms that occurred in the
past.

Figure 43. Home Screen with Notification / Caution

Tap the yellow triangle to display additional notification details.

Figure 44. Notification / Caution Details

The Acknowledge button becomes highlighted in blue once a notification is
selected by tapping the adjacent checkbox. The notification will be
displayed until it is acknowledged. There is a link to the Event Log beside
the Acknowledge button.

On the right panel, the Health Status details can also be viewed.

42 Installation and Operation Thermo Fisher Scientific Ultra Low Temperature

Health Status and Alarm Management

10.3 Alarms / Warning In the event of an alarm condition, the green heart or yellow triangle is

replaced by a red bell icon.
serious alarm condition which must be corrected, such as a warm alarm or a
power failure.

The alarm can be silenced by tapping the Snooze button or the
Red Bell icon which will mute the alarm for a duration set in the Snooze
Timeout setting.

The number in the blue circle indicates the total number of alarms. The
icon to the right of the bell helps identify the alarm type. The ticker message
provides alarm details.

A red bell alarm on the home screen indicates a

Figure 45. Home Screen with Alarm / Warning

Tap the red bell for additional information about the alarms.

Figure 46. Alarm / Warning Detail Screen

If an alarm and a notification occur at the same time, the alarm red bell icon
is displayed and the list includes both alarms and notifications.

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Health Status and Alarm Management

The Acknowledge button becomes highlighted in blue once an alarm is
selected by tapping the adjacent checkbox. Active alarms cannot be cleared
until the issue is addressed. There is a link to the Event Log beside the
Acknowledge button.

On the right panel, the Health Status details can also be viewed.

For more information on various alarm conditions, refer to Appendix A:
Alarm Summary.

44 Installation and Operation Thermo Fisher Scientific Ultra Low Temperature

Backup System (Optional)

11 Backup System

(Optional)

11.1 CO2 and LN
Precautions

When you purchase a built-in CO2 or LN2 optional backup system for the
freezer, backup control is integrated into the main user interface.

Note Always purchase the cylinders which are equipped with siphon tubes for

withdrawing liquid from the bottom of the cylinder. CO2 cylinders must be kept
at room temperature to function properly. LN2 bottles are functional at any
reasonable temperature.

The following are precautions for using liquid CO2 and LN2 backup

2

systems.

WARNING: If a CO
cylinder becomes a deadly and completely unguided missile. Transport the
cylinders in a handtruck or cart with secure chain ties for the cylinder. After
cylinders are connected to the equipment, securely attach them with chains
to a solid, stationary object such as a building column.

WARNING: CO
and will burn unprotected skin. Always wear protective eyewear and
clothing when changing cylinders or working on the piping systems
attached to an active source of liquid refrigerant.

or LN2 cylinder falls and a valve is knocked off, the

2

and LN2 liquids are non-poisonous but are very cold

2

WARNING: The gases produced by evaporation of CO
non-poisonous but displace the oxygen in a confined space and can cause
asphyxiation. Do not store the cylinders in subsurface or enclosed areas.

CAUTION: When closing the cylinder valve, make sure that the injection
solenoid is energized to allow all the liquid to bleed off instead of being
trapped in the supply hose. Failure to do this results in activation of the
pressure relief device, which could damage the freezer and requires replacing
if it is activated.

CAUTION: For models ordered with factory installed built-in backup
systems, the flow of liquid CO2 or LN2 will be discontinued if the door is
opened during operation of the backup system. For units operated with
free-standing, field installed type backup system, the flow of liquid CO2 or
LN2 will be discontinued upon door opening only if the switch provided
with the free-standing package is installed on the freezer.

or LN2 are

2

Thermo Fisher Scientific Ultra Low Temperature Installation and Operation 45

Backup System (Optional)

11.2 Installation Field installed systems are supplied with complete installation and operating

instructions. If your system is factory installed, the freezer is shipped with a
coiled length of hose to connect the freezer to the bottles:

• 1/4” Flexible Hose with fittings for connection to the CO2 supply.

• 1/2” Flexible Hose with fittings for connection to the LN2 supply.

To in s t all,

1. Straighten the coiled hose.

2. Connect one end to the labeled connection on the freezer.

• Tighten the nut two flats past finger tight, approximately 120 degrees.

Note For CO

, remove the threaded fitting from the nut on the end of the

2

copper tubing to access nut for connection to the freezer. Discard the
threaded fitting.

3. Attach the other end to the supply bottle or building supply fitting.

• For CO2:

• Remove Nipple from adapter (NPT Connection).
Remove cable tie to release alternative nut and washer.
Ensure the correct nut fitting is supplied over the nipple (US or
European).

• Add 2 wraps of Teflon tape clockwise to the 1/4” NPT fitting (on
the nipple) when viewed from the threads. Tighten the NPT fittings
approximately 2 turns from finger tight (approximately 720°).

Note The top of the nipple has a hex configuration, allowing for use of a

wrench when the nut is pulled down.

• Add washer to nipple inside of nut (unless CO2 supply has a built in
washer).

Note Small raised area of washer fits into groove of nipple. The washer

will feel snug when trying to shift side to side on nipple. The washers are
designed for a limited number of attachments/disconnections from the
supply and may wear over time. If washer appears worn and causes CO
leakage, replace washer (Part Number 45705H03).

2

• Wrench tighten the supply nut to the supply.

•For LN2:

• Attach the fitting to the supply and wrench tighten.

Note Do not twist, torque, or subject the flexible hose to sharp bends. Doing so

may shorten the life of the hose.

46 Installation and Operation Thermo Fisher Scientific Ultra Low Temperature

11.3 Start Up To activate the backup system:

1. Follow the instructions in Section 8 to turn on the freezer and set
temperature and alarm set points.

2. Select the backup type and backup set point on the Backup Setting
Screen below, which can be accessed through the Controls option in the
Settings tab (refer to Figure 24).

Backup System (Optional)

Figure 47. Backup System Settings Screen

3. Tap the Save button to save the changes made.

11.4 Operation When the backup system is in operation, the parameters can be viewed and

configured on the settings screen.

Once the backup system has been activated, it can be tested by pressing the
Test button. The system will inject as long as the button is being pressed.

The backup system can run for a minimum of 24 hours on battery power.

On average, a backup system in operation uses 8 to 10 lbs. per hour of CO
or LN2 at an ambient temperature of 25°C. This rate will vary depending
on setpoint, load, ambient temperature and freezer size.

2

Thermo Fisher Scientific Ultra Low Temperature Installation and Operation 47

Chart Recorders (Optional)

12 Chart Recorders

(Optional)

12.1 Set Up and Operation

Panel-mounted six-inch seven-day recorders are available as options for all
freezer models except for the smallest (300 box capacity) models.

To prepare the recorder to function properly, complete the following steps:

1. Open the grille door to access the recorder.

2. Install clean chart paper (refer to Section 12.2).

3. Remove the plastic cap from the pen stylus or ink pen and close the
recorder door.

Recorder operation begins when the system is powered on.The recorder may
not respond until the system reaches temperatures within the recorder’s
range.

Figure 48. Chart Recorder

Figure 49. Chart Buttons

48 Installation and Operation Thermo Fisher Scientific Ultra Low Temperature

Chart Recorders (Optional)

CAUTION: Do not use sharp or pointed objects to depress the chart
buttons. This may cause permanent damage to the recorder.

12.2 Changing Chart Paper

12.3 Calibration Adjustment

To change the chart paper, complete the following steps:

1. Locate the pressure sensitive buttons at the front, upper left of the
recorder panel.

2. Press and hold the Change Chart button (#3) for one second. The pen
will move off the scale.

3. Unscrew the center nut, remove the old chart paper, and install new
chart paper. Carefully align the day and time with the reference mark (a
small groove on the left side of the recorder panel).

4. Replace the center nut and hand tighten. Press the Change Chart button
again to resume temperature recording.

This recorder has been accurately calibrated at the factory and retains
calibration even during power interruptions. If required, however,
adjustments can be made as follows:

1. Run the unit continuously at the control set point temperature.
Continue steady operation for at least two hours to provide adequate
time for recorder response.

2. Measure cabinet center temperature with a calibrated temperature
monitor.

3. Compare the recorder temperature to the measured cabinet
temperature. If necessary, adjust recorder by pressing the left (#1) and
right (#2) chart buttons.

Note The stylus does not begin to move until the top center button (#3) is held

for five seconds.

Thermo Fisher Scientific Ultra Low Temperature Installation and Operation 49

Maintenance and Troubleshooting

13 Maintenance and

Troubleshooting

WARNING: Unauthorized repair of your freezer will invalidate your

warranty. Contact Technical Service at 1-800-438-4851 for additional
information.

CAUTION: Maintenance should only be performed by trained personnel.

13.1 Cleaning the Condenser

13.2 Cleaning the

Condenser Filter

Clean the condenser at least every six months; more often if the laboratory
area is dusty.

To clean the condenser, complete the following steps:

1. Pull the grille door open.

2. Vacuum the condenser.

3. Inspect the filter cleanliness and clean as required.

4. Close the grille door.

Clean the condenser filters every two or three months.

There are two condenser filters: a main filter and a lower filter for extra air
flow into the condenser.

1. Pull the grille door open.

2. Remove the filters.

3. Shake the filters to remove loose dust, rinse the filters in clean water,
shake the excess water from the filters, and replace the filters.

4. Close the grille door.

13.3 Gasket

Maintenance

50 Installation and Operation Thermo Fisher Scientific Ultra Low Temperature

Periodically check the gaskets around the door for punctures or tears. Leaks
are indicated by a streak of frost which forms at the point of gasket failure.
Make sure that the cabinet is level (refer to Section 7.3 for leveling
information).

Keep the door gaskets clean and frost free by wiping gently with a soft cloth.

Maintenance and Troubleshooting

13.4 Defrosting the Freezer

Defrost the freezer once per year or whenever the ice buildup exceeds 3/8”.
To defrost, complete the following steps:

1. Remove all products and place in another ULT cabinet.

2. Turn off the freezer.

3. Open the outer door and all inner doors.

4. Let the freezer stand with doors open for at least 24 hours. This allows
both the interior and foamed refrigerant system to warm to room
temperature.

5. Dispose of the ice and wipe out any water standing in the bottom of the
cabinet.

6. If there is freezer odor, wash the interior with a solution of baking soda
and warm water.

7. Clean the exterior with any common household cleaner.

13.5 Battery

Maintenance

8. Close the doors, restart the freezer and reload. Refer to Section 5.3 to
follow the instructions.

Have a certified technician replace the battery at least every 12 months. Be
sure to reset the battery replacement timer when the battery is replaced.

Thermo Fisher Scientific Ultra Low Temperature Installation and Operation 51

Warranty

14 Warranty

Be sure to register your warranty online:

www.thermofisher.com/labwarranty

THERMO FISHER SCIENTIFIC USA FREEZER WARRANTY FOR
Revco RLE series, Forma 89000 series, HERAfreeze HLE series and
Thermo Scientific TLE series

The Warranty Period starts two weeks from the date your equipment is
shipped from our facility. This allows for shipping time so the warranty will
go into effect at approximately the same time your equipment is delivered.
The warranty protection extends to any subsequent owner during the
warranty period.

During the first two years of the warranty period, component parts proven
to be non-conforming in materials or workmanship will be repaired or
replaced at ThermoFisher Scientific's expense, labor included. The ULT
Freezers include an additional three year warranty on the compressors, parts
only, F.O.B. factory. Installation and calibration is not covered by this
warranty agreement. The Technical Services Department must be contacted
for warranty determination and direction prior to any work being
performed. Expendable items, i.e., glass, filters, pilot lights, light bulbs and
door gaskets are excluded from this warranty.

Replacement or repair of component parts or equipment under this
warranty shall not extend the warranty to either the equipment or to the
component part beyond the original two year warranty period. The
Technical Services Department must give prior approval for the return of
any components or equipment.

THIS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER
WARRANTIES, WHETHER WRITTEN, ORAL, OR IMPLIED. NO
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE SHALL APPLY. Thermo shall not be liable for any
indirect or consequential damages including, without limitation, damages
relating to lost profits or loss of products.

Your local Thermo Fisher Scientific Sales Office is ready to help with
comprehensive site preparation information before your equipment arrives.
Printed instruction manuals carefully detail equipment installation, operation,
and preventive maintenance.

If equipment service is required, please call your Technical Services
Department at 1-800-438-4851 (USA and Canada). We're ready to answer
your questions on equipment warranty, operation, maintenance, service,
and special applications. Outside the USA, contact your local Thermo
Fisher Scientific office or distributor for warranty information.

52 Installation and Operation Thermo Fisher Scientific Ultra Low Temperature

Warranty (International)

15 Warranty

(International)

THERMO FISHER SCIENTIFIC FREEZER INTERNATIONAL
WARRANTY FOR Revco RLE series, Forma 89000 series, HERAfreeze
HLE series and Thermo Scientific TLE series

The Warranty Period starts two months from the date your equipment is
shipped from our facility. This allows for shipping time so the warranty will
go into effect at approximately the same time your equipment is delivered.
The warranty protection extends to any subsequent owner during the
warranty period. Dealers who stock our equipment are allowed an
additional four months for delivery and installation, providing the warranty
card is completed and returned to the Technical Services Department.

During the first two years of the warranty period, component parts proven
to be non-conforming in materials or workmanship will be repaired or
replaced at Thermo Fisher Scientific's expense, labor excluded. The ULT
Freezers include an additional three year warranty on the compressors, parts
only, F.O.B. factory. Installation and calibration is not covered by this
warranty agreement. The Technical Services Department must be contacted
for warranty determination and direction prior to any work being
performed. Expendable items, i.e., glass, filters, pilot lights, light bulbs and
door gaskets are excluded from this warranty.

Replacement or repair of component parts or equipment under this
warranty shall not extend the warranty to either the equipment or to the
component part beyond the original two year warranty period. The
Technical Services Department must give prior approval for the return of
any components or equipment.

THIS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER
WARRANTIES, WHETHER WRITTEN, ORAL, OR IMPLIED. NO
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE SHALL APPLY. Thermo shall not be liable for
any indirect or consequential damages including, without limitation,
damages relating to lost profits or loss of products.

Your local Thermo Fisher Scientific Sales Office is ready to help with
comprehensive site preparation information before your equipment arrives.
Printed instruction manuals carefully detail equipment installation,
operation, and preventive maintenance.

If equipment service is required, please contact your local Thermo Fisher
Scientific office or local distributor.

We're ready to answer your questions on equipment warranty, operation,
maintenance, service, and special applications. Outside the USA, contact
your local Thermo Fisher Scientific office or distributor for warranty
information.

Thermo Fisher Scientific Ultra Low Temperature Installation and Operation 53

Appendix A: Alarm Summary

Appendix A: Alarm

Summary

Alarm Summary

Alarm Type Tone

W arm Alarm Active High Red Y es Y es

W arm Alarm Inactive None Y ellow None None

Cold Alarm Active High Red Y es Y es

Heart
Status

Remote
Alarm
Event

Ringback

*

Message Details

Message Header: Warm Alarm
Message Details: The freezer temperature has

exceeded the warm alarm set point of XX.X C.
Prolonged door openings and warm product loading
may cause warm alarms.

Ticker Message: Warm Alarm active. Tap bell icon
for more information.

Message Header: W arm Alarm Recovered
Message Details: The freezer temperature has

recovered from a warm alarm event. Select check
box and tap Acknowledge to clear this notification.

Ticker Message: None

Message Header: Cold Alarm
Message Details: The freezer temperature has

exceeded the cold alarm set point of XX.X C
Ticker Message: Cold Alarm activ e. Tap bell icon

for more information.

Cold Alarm Inactive None Y ellow None None

Door Open Ajar High Red Yes Yes

Door Open Recovered None Yellow None None

Message Header: Cold Alarm Recovered
Message Details: The freezer temperature has

recovered from a cold alarm event. Select check box
and tap Acknowledge to clear this notification.

Ticker Message: None
Message Header: Door Open Alarm

Message Details: Door open for greater than 3

minutes will cause door open alarm.
Ticker Message: Door Open Alarm active. Tap bell

icon for more information.

Message Header: Door Open Recovered
Message Details: Door open alarm has recovered.

Select check box and tap Acknowledge to clear this
notification.

Ticker Message: Door Open Alarm active. Tap bell
icon for more information.

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Alarm Summary

Appendix A: Alarm Summary

Alarm Type Tone

System Battery Low None Yellow None None

System Battery PM
Expiry

BUS Battery Low

BUS Battery PM
Expiry

None Yellow None None

None Yellow None None

None Yellow None None

Heart
Status

Remote
Alarm
Event

Ringback

*

Message Details

Message Header: System Battery Low
Message Details: System battery is XX.XV.

Recommend replacing battery. Contact customer
service for battery replacement.

Ticker Message: None
Message Header: System Battery Low

Message Details: System battery is XX.XV.

Recommend replacing battery. Contact customer
service for battery replacement.

Ticker Message: None
Message Header: BUS Battery Low

Message Details: BUS battery is XX.XV.

Recommend replacing battery. Contact customer
service for battery replacement.

Ticker Message: None
Message Header: Battery PM Expiry

Message Details: Recommend to replace battery.

Reset battery expiration time on XXX screen to
clear this notification.

Ticker Message: None

Extreme Ambient None Yellow None None

Control Probe Failure High Red Yes Yes

Control Probe Failure
has been

None Yellow None None

Message Header: Extreme Ambient Notification
Message Details: Ambient temperature has

exceeded the Extreme Ambient set point of XX.XC.
Ensure room temperature is properly controlled.

Ticker Message: None
Message Header: Control Probe Failure Alarm

Message Details: Cannot display cabinet

temperature. The freezer will continue to operate in
full run mode. Contact customer service.

Ticker Message: Control Probe Failure Alarm
active. Tap bel l icon for m ore informat ion.

Message Header: Control Probe Failure Recovered
Message Details: Control Probe Failure Alarm has

been cleared. Press the yellow triangle to clear this
notification.

Ticker Message: None

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Appendix A: Alarm Summary

Alarm Summary

Alarm Type Tone

Heat Exchange Probe
Failure

Heat Exchange Probe
Failure has been

TC1-9 Failure None Yellow No ne None

High Red Yes Yes

None Yellow None None

Heart
Status

Remote
Alarm
Event

Ringback

*

Message Details

Message Header: Heat Exchanger Probe Failure

Notification
Message Details: The freezer will continue to

operate with current freezer set points, but cabinet
temperature variation will increase. Contact
customer service.

Ticker Message: Control Probe Failure Alarm
active. Tap bel l icon fo r more information.

Message Header: Heat Exchanger Probe Failure
Recovered

Message Details: Heat Exchange Probe Failure
Alarm has been cleared. Press the yellow triangle to
clear this notification.

Ticker Message: None
Message Header: TCXX Out of Range Notification

Message Details: Information TC's has

malfunctioned. This doesn't affect the performance
of the unit. Contact service for further assistance.

Ticker Message: None

TC1-9 has been None Yellow None None

Main to UI Lost
Communication

Main to UI Lost
Communication
Inactive

High Red Yes Yes

None Yellow None None

Message Header: TCXX Out of Range Notification
Recovered

Message Details: Information TCXX has
recovered. Select check box and tap Acknowledge
to clear this notification.

Ticker Message: None
Message Header: Lost Communication Alarm

Message Details: A communication error has

occurred within the system. Contact customer
service.

Ticker Message: Lost Communication Alarm
Active. Tap bell icon for more information.

Message Header: Lost Communication Alarm
Recovered

Message Details: A communication error has
recovered. Select check box and tap Acknowledge
to clear this notification.

Ticker Message: None

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Alarm Summary

Appendix A: Alarm Summary

Alarm Type Tone

BUS Lost
Communication

BUS Lost
Communication
Inactive

Failure to Reach
Setpoint

High Red Yes Yes

None Yellow None None

None Yellow None None

Heart
Status

Remote
Alarm
Event

Ringback

*

Message Details

Message Header: Backup System Communication

Alarm
Message Details: A communication error has

occurred within the back up system. Contact
customer service.

Ticker Message: Bus Lost Communication Alarm
Active. Tap bell icon for more information.

Message Header: BUS Lost Communication
Alarm Recovered

Message Details: A BUS communication error has
recovered. Select check box and tap Acknowledge
to clear this notification.

Ticker Message: None
Message Header: Unable to Reach Setpoint

Notification
Message Details: Door openings or product loading

may cause this notification. Allow unit to stabilize.
If condition persists, contact customer service

Ticker Message: None

Compressor
Temperature

Inefficient Buck /
Boost

Power Failure Alarm High Red Yes Yes

None Yellow None None

None Yellow None None

Message Header:

Notification
Message Details: A refrigeration system

temperature has exceeded the compressor

temperature setpoint of

service.

Ticker Message:
Message Header:

notification
Message Details: Freezer input voltage is out of

range. Ensure proper supply voltage is applied. If

unable to clear this notific

service.

Ticker Message:
Message Header:

Message Details:

Display operating on battery power. Check unit

plug, unit circuit breaker in the ON position, and

supply voltage.

Ticker Message:

bell icon for more information.

Compressor Temperature

XX.X C. Contact customer

None

Inefficient buck / boost

ation, contact customer

None

Power Failure Alarm

Unit in power failure mode.

Power Failure Alarm Active. Tap

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Appendix A: Alarm Summary

Alarm Summary

Alarm Type Tone

Power Failure Inactive None Yellow None None

Clean Filter Active None Yellow None None

Refrigeration System
Failure

Refrigeration System
Failure Inactive

High Red Yes Yes

None Red None None

Heart
Status

Remote
Alarm
Event

Ringback

*

Message Details

Message Header: Power Failure Recovered
Message Details: Power has been restored. Press

the yellow triangle to clear this notification.

Ticker Message: None
Message Header: Clean Filter Notification

Message Details: Recommend to clean the filter

and condenser. If unable to clear notification,
contact customer service.

Ticker Message: None
Message Header: System Refrigeration Failure

Alarm
Message Details: An error has occurred within the

refrigeration system. Contact customer service.
Ticker Message: System Refrigeration Failure

Alarm. Tap bell icon for more information
Message Header: System Refrigeration Failure

Recovered
Message Details: An error in refrigeration system

has been recovered.Select check box and tap
Acknowledge to clear this notification.

Ticker Message: None

Wrong Power Alarm High Red Yes

Wrong Power Alarm
Inactive

Wrong Model Alarm High Red Yes

None Yellow None None

None, constant
audible

None, constant
audible

Message Header: Wrong Power Alarm
Message Details: The unit has detected the wrong

power connected. Please verify the proper voltage.
Ticker Message: W rong Power Alarm. Tap bell

icon for more information.

Message Header: Wrong Power Recovered
Message Details: Wrong Power has been recovered.

Select check box and tap Acknowledge to clear this
notification.

Ticker Message: None
Message Header: Invalid Control Model Alarm

Message Details: Invalid Control Model Alarm.

Contact service to ensure the correct model is
selected for the system to avoid cargo loss.

Ticker Message: Invalid Control Model Alarm. Tap
bell icon for more information.

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Alarm Summary

Appendix A: Alarm Summary

Alarm Type Tone

Wrong Model A larm
Inactive

Firmware Build
Incompatible

Firmware Build
Incompatible Inactive

None Yellow None None

High Red Yes Yes

None Yellow None None

Heart
Status

Remote
Alarm
Event

Ringback

*

Message Details

Message Header: Invalid Control Model

Recovered
Message Details: Invalid Control Model has been

recovered.Select check box and tap Acknowledge to
clear this notification.

Ticker Message: None
Message Header: Firmware Build Incompatible

Alarm
Message Details: Firmware build indicates

incompatibility that can result in modules to be
non-coherent.

Ticker Message: Firmware build incompatible. T ap
bell icon for more information.

Message Header: Firmware Build Incompatibility
Recovered

Message Details: Firmware build Incompatibility
recovered. Select check box and tap Acknowledge
to clear this notification.

Ticker Message: None

*Ringback refers to the audible alarm activating again after the user presses the Snooze button. The time can be set
in the ‘Snooze Timeout’ option in the Alarm Settings screen.

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Appendix B: Event Log Detail

Appendix B: Event

Log Detail

Event Log Entry Detail
Item Message

Header: Control Settings Change
Role: Logged in personnel or anonymous in full access mode

System Parameter Change

User Interface Parameter Change

Mode: Full access or secured
Message Detail: The following parameters has been changes to:

Parameter 1 from: XX.XX to XX.XX

Header: User Interface Settings Change
Role: Logged in personnel or anonymous in full access mode
Mode: Full access or secured
Message Detail: The following parameters has been changes to:

Parameter 1 from: XX.XX to XX.XX

Door Open

Door Close

User Login Header: User jsmith has logged in
User Logout Header: User jsmith has logged out

Door History Reset

Temperature Excursion Reset

Add User Event

Remove User Event

Header: Door Open
Role: Logged in personnel or blank if not HID system

Header: Door Close
Role: Logged in personnel or blank if not HID system

Header: Door History Reset
Role: Logged in personnel or anonymous in full access mode
Mode: Full access or secured
Message Detail: Door Usage history has been reset

Header: Temperature Excursion History Reset
Role: Logged in personnel or anonymous in full access mode
Message Detail: Temperature Excursion history has been reset

Header: Add a User to User database
Role: Logged in personnel or anonymous in full access mode
Mode: Full access or secured
Message Detail: User jsmith has been added to user database

Header: Remove a User to User database
Role: Logged in personnel or anonymous in full access mode
Mode: Full access or secured
Message Detail: User jsmith has been removed to user database

Header: Edit a User to User database

Edit User Event

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Role: Logged in personnel or anonymous in full access mode
Mode: Full access or secured
Message Detail: User jsmith details has been modified.

Event Log Entry Detail
Item Message

Header: Buck / Boost status Change
Message Detail:

Buck / Boost Change Event

Bus Injection Header: BUS Injection on or off
Bus Pressure switch Header: BUS Pressure Switch active or inactive

Reset to Factory default

Powered Up Event

Buck / Boost changed from X to Y
Line Input Voltage at time of change is
Compensated Voltage at time of change is

Header: Reset to Factory Defaults
Role: Logged in personnel or anonymous in full access mode
Mode: Full access or secured
Message Detail: System has been restored to factory defaults

Header: Softswitch Power Up event
Role: Logged in personnel or anonymous in full access mode
Mode: Full access or secured
Message Detail: System has been user turned on

Appendix B: Event Log Detail

Header: Softswitch Power Down event

Powered Down Event

HID Access Header: User Jsmith has accessed the unit
Invalid HID Header: Invalid HID tried to access unit

Export Event

Configuration import / export

Role: Logged in personnel or anonymous in full access mode
Mode: Full access or secured
Message Detail: System has been user turned off

Header: (T emperature, temperature and event log or pdf report) has been exported
Role: Logged in personnel or anonymous in full access mode
Mode: Full access or secured
Message Detail:

(Temperature, temperature and event log or pdf report) has been exported
Date Range of export is from X to Y
File format exported is (pdf, csv or PUC)

Header: Configuration import or export initiated
Role: Logged in personnel or anonymous in full access mode
Mode: Full access or secured
Message Detail: Following items has been imported or exported to USB

- Contact info

- User database

- System and User Interface settings

- Temperat ure and event log history

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WEEE Compliance

Great Britain

Deutschland

Italia

France

WEEE Compliance. This product is required to comply with the European Union’s Waste

Electrical & Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive 2012/19/EU. It is marked with the
following symbol. Thermo Fisher Scientific has contracted with one or more
recycling/disposal companies in each EU Member State, and this product should be
disposed of or recycled through them. Further information on our compliance with these
Directives, the recyclers in your country, and information on Thermo Scientific products
which may assist the detection of substances subject to the RoHS Directive are available at
www.thermofisher.com under Services & Support.

WEEE Konformittät. Dieses Produkt muss die EU Waste Electrical & Electronic
Equipment (WEEE) Richtlinie 2012/19/EU erfüllen. Das Produkt ist durch folgendes
Symbol gekennzeichnet. Thermo Fisher Scientific hat Vereinbarungen getroffen mit
Verwertungs-/Entsorgungsanlagen in allen EU-Mitgliederstaaten und dieses Produkt muss
durch diese Firmen widerverwetet oder entsorgt werden. Mehr Informationen über die
Einhaltung dieser Anweisungen durch Thermo Scientific, dieVerwerter und Hinweise die
Ihnen nützlich sein können, die Thermo Fisher Scientific Produkte zu identizfizieren, die
unter diese RoHS. Anweisungfallen, finden Sie unter www.thermofisher.com unter Services
& Support.

Conformità WEEE. Questo prodotto deve rispondere alla direttiva dell’ Unione Europea
2012/19/EU in merito ai Rifiuti degli Apparecchi Elettrici ed Elettronici (WEEE).
È marcato col seguente simbolo.Thermo Fischer Scientific ha stipulato contratti con una o
diverse società di riciclaggio/smaltimento in ognuno degli Stati Membri Europei. Questo
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essere utili alla rilevazione di sostanze soggette alla Direttiva RoHS sono disponibili sul sito
www.thermofisher.com in Servizi e Supporto.

Conformité WEEE. Ce produit doit être conforme à la directive euro-péenne
(2012/19/EU) des Déchets d’Equipements Electriques et Electroniques (DEEE). Il est
marqué par le symbole suivant. Thermo Fisher Scientific s’est associé avec une ou plusieurs
compagnies de recyclage dans chaque état membre de l’union européenne et ce produit
devraitêtre collecté ou recyclé par celles-ci. Davantage d’informations sur laconformité de
Thermo Fisher Scientific à ces directives, les recycleurs dans votre pays et les informations
sur les produits Thermo Fisher Scientific qui peuvent aider le détection des substances
sujettes à la directive RoHS sont disponibles sur www.thermofisher.com sous Services et
Assistance.

Important

For your future reference and when contacting the factory, please have the
following information readily available:

Model Number:

Serial Number:

Date Purchased:

The above information can be found on the dataplate attached to the equipment. If
available, please provide the date purchased, the source of purchase (manufacturer
or specific agent/rep organization), and purchase order number.

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