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Translation of the original operating manuel

Rev. 1.9 of 01/12/2021

Alpha 3-4 LSCbasic; ;

Version 11/2018

Alpha 3-4 LSCbasic

Part no. 102444, 102456, 102445, 102474, 102486, 102475,

102458, 102462, 102460, 102488, 102492, 102490

Freeze-dryer

Operating Manual

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Summary of Contents for 102444

Page 1: ...g manuel sb Rev 1 9 of 01 12 2021 Alpha 3 4 LSCbasic Version 11 2018 Alpha 3 4 LSCbasic Part no 102444 102456 102445 102474 102486 102475 102458 102462 102460 102488 102492 102490 Freeze dryer Operating Manual Please retain for later use ...

Page 2: ...Freeze dryer Alpha 3 4 LSCbasic 2 117 Version 11 2018 Rev 1 9 of 01 12 2021 sb Translation of the original operating manuel ...

Page 3: ...l operating manuel In case of inquiries please state the following numbers Order number Serial number Copyright by Martin Christ Gefriertrocknungsanlagen GmbH An der Unteren Söse 50 37520 Osterode am Harz Germany Tel 49 0 5522 5007 0 Fax 49 0 5522 5007 12 Web www martinchrist de E mail info martinchrist de ...

Page 4: ...Freeze dryer Alpha 3 4 LSCbasic 4 117 Version 11 2018 Rev 1 9 of 01 12 2021 sb Translation of the original operating manuel ...

Page 5: ...tion of the symbols and notes 25 3 3 Responsibility of the operator 26 3 4 Requirements concerning the personnel 28 3 5 Informal safety notes 29 3 6 Safety notes concerning the transport set up and connection and initial start up of the freeze dryer 29 3 6 1 General hazards 29 3 6 2 Hazards caused by improper transport 29 3 6 3 Hazards caused by improper set up 30 3 6 4 Hazards caused by improper ...

Page 6: ... 4 3 Notes on transport 40 4 4 Packaging 41 4 5 Transport locking devices 41 5 Set up and connection 42 5 1 Location of use 42 5 2 Power supply 43 5 2 1 Type of connection 43 5 2 2 Customer provided fuses 43 5 3 Aeration valve 44 5 4 Media drain valve 44 5 5 Vacuum sensor 45 5 6 Vacuubrand RC6 vacuum pump oil sealed 46 5 7 Edwards nXDS 10iC vacuum pump dry running 48 5 8 Pressure control valve 49 ...

Page 7: ...hanger only for air cooled freeze dryers 92 8 1 5 Electrical system 93 8 1 6 Vacuum system with oil sealed vacuum pump type Vakuubrand RC6 93 8 1 7 Vacuum system with a dry running vacuum pump type Edwards nXDS 10iC 94 8 1 8 Refrigeration system 95 8 1 9 Vacuum sensor 95 8 1 10 Accessories 96 8 2 Disinfection of the drying chamber and accessories 97 8 3 Service 97 8 4 Return of defective parts 99 ...

Page 8: ...Freeze dryer Alpha 3 4 LSCbasic Table of contents 8 117 Version 11 2018 Rev 1 9 of 01 12 2021 sb Translation of the original operating manuel ...

Page 9: ...8 docx 597688 2 1 1 2 Intended use The freeze dryer has been exclusively designed for the freeze drying of solid or liquid products It is therefore solely intended for this application The freeze dryer must correspond to one of the following solvent packages 1 Solvent package flask part no 102444 with vacuum pump type Vakuubrand RC6 2 Solvent package flask part no 102456 with vacuum pump type Vaku...

Page 10: ...n GmbH use of the freeze dryer with accessories that have not been approved by Martin Christ Gefriertrocknungsanlagen GmbH freeze drying of products that may react during the freeze drying process following the supply of high amounts of energy freeze drying of azide containing products use of substances that damage the material stainless steel 1 4404 and 1 4435 borosilicate glass EPDM PVDF ceramic...

Page 11: ...Pos 11 010 U niversalmodule Leerzeile 0 m od_1202116244500_0 docx 114 1 Pos 12 200 C hrist 360 GT BA Labor Pilot STANDARDM ODU LE 010 Allgem eine Informationen 010 0061 N ormen und Vorschriften ohne DruckgeräteR L 40 m od_1450173751245_68 docx 291724 2 1 1 6 Standards and regulations EC declaration of conformity in accordance with the EC Machinery Directive see chapter 11 1 EC declaration of confo...

Page 12: ...eze dryer Alpha 3 4 LSCbasic 102372 Capacitive vacuum sensor 125498 Vacuum pump Vakuubrand RC6 125295 Corrugated hose stainless steel 510085 Reducing adapter DN 25 DN 16 141717 Pressure control valve 125908 Base plate stainless steel 120921 Guide tube 122036 3 shelves 120903 Adapter ring 113412 Drying chamber made of real glass 122300 Connecting ring with 12 rubber valves 113398 Glass cover 121448...

Page 13: ...e dryer Alpha 3 4 LSCbasic 102372 Capacitive vacuum sensor 125498 Vacuum pump Edwards nXDS 10iC 125251 Corrugated hose stainless steel 510085 Reducing adapter DN 25 DN 16 141717 Pressure control valve 125908 Base plate stainless steel 120921 Guide tube 122036 3 shelves 120903 Adapter ring 113412 Drying chamber made of real glass 122300 Connecting ring with 12 rubber valves 113398 Glass cover 12144...

Page 14: ...kuubrand RC6 Name Part number Freeze dryer Alpha 3 4 LSCbasic 102372 Capacitive vacuum sensor CMR 364 125498 Corrugated hose stainless steel 510085 Reducing adapter DN 25 DN 16 141717 Pressure control valve 125908 Base plate stainless steel 120921 Guide tube 122036 3 shelves 120903 Adapter ring 113412 Drying chamber made of real glass 122300 Connecting ring with 12 rubber valves 113398 Glass cover...

Page 15: ...CMR 364 125498 Corrugated hose stainless steel 510085 Reducing adapter DN 25 DN 16 141717 Pressure control valve 125908 Base plate stainless steel 120921 Guide tube 122036 3 shelves 120903 Adapter ring 113412 Drying chamber made of real glass 122300 Connecting ring with 12 rubber valves 113398 Glass cover 121448 NOTE The freeze dryer Alpha 3 4 LSCbasic may only be used with a chemical resistant oi...

Page 16: ...ri ertrocknungsanl age 25 mod_1404983236941_68 docx 183033 2 1 2 1 Layout of the freeze dryer Pos 18 200 C hrist 361 GT BA Labor Pilot PR OJEKTE Al pha Alpha 1 4_2 4_3 4 Standard Al pha 3 4 LSC basic 020 Aufbau und Wirkungsweise 020 0010 0010 Funktions und Bedi enelem ente Al pha 3 4 LSC basic 59 m od_1534401598693_68 docx 589564 3 1 2 1 1 Functional and operating elements 1 Ice condenser chamber ...

Page 17: ...ut and mode of operation Version 11 2018 Rev 1 9 of 01 12 2021 sb 17 117 Translation of the original operating manuel 7 Aeration valve 8 Media drain valve Fig 3 Left side of the freeze dryer 9 Touchpanel Fig 4 User interface with touchpanel ...

Page 18: ... Fig 5 Rear view of the freeze dryer Pos 19 010 U niversalmodule Leerzeile 0 m od_1202116244500_0 docx 114 1 Pos 20 010 U niversalmodule Leerzeile 0 m od_1202116244500_0 docx 114 1 Pos 21 200 C hrist 361 GT BA Labor Pilot PR OJEKTE Al pha Alpha 1 4_2 4_3 4 Standard Al pha 3 4 LSC basic 020 Aufbau und Wirkungsweise 020 0010 0020 Typenschild Al pha 3 4 LSCbasic 59 mod_1534401599193_68 docx 589582 3 ...

Page 19: ...ion of water from a product in the frozen state The drying process takes place through sublimation i e the direct transition of a product from the solid phase to the gas phase This happens under vacuum The following section describes the process of sublimation based on the example of water since most products that are processed by freeze drying are aqueous solutions Their behaviour is based on ide...

Page 20: ...red to the value that corresponds to the freezing temperature in accordance with the vapour pressure curve for ice and water 3 Sublimation Thermal energy is added to the product thus starting the sublimation process Due to the added energy the water in the product is converted into water vapour Since the ice condenser is much colder than the product that is to be dried the vapour pressure in the i...

Page 21: ...r are vacuum drying chamber or drying manifold vacuum pump for generating a vacuum inside the drying chamber ice condenser for binding the water vapour that is released by the product Pos 28 010 U niversalmodule Leerzeile 0 m od_1202116244500_0 docx 114 1 Pos 29 200 C hrist 360 GT BA Labor Pilot STANDARDM ODU LE 020 Aufbau und Wirkungsw eise 020 0020 0020 0010 Vorbereitung 25 mod_1404983256926_68 ...

Page 22: ...y 10 C below the solidification point NOTE In the case of a solvent containing product or of a product with a high salt concentration the product may thaw during the freeze drying process This is indicated by easily visible foaming To prevent this the product must be frozen down to a very deep temperature e g in liquid nitrogen prior to placing it in the freeze dryer Pos 32 010 U niversalmodule Le...

Page 23: ...ngsweise 020 0020 0020 0050 Tr ocknungsende und Belüftung Alpha 3 4 LSC basic 61 mod_1541066105865_68 docx 602568 4 1 2 2 2 5 End of drying and aeration Another indication of the end of the drying process is the behaviour of the vacuum and of the ice condenser temperature The ice condenser is no longer subject to load and reaches the final temperature of approximately 105 C The pressure in the dry...

Page 24: ...owing symbols are used for Christ freeze dryers Dangerous voltage I On Power Hot surface 0 Off Power Caution Risk of bruising Name plate see chapter 2 1 2 Name plate Attention consult the operating manual Filled with natural inflammable refrigerants Protective earth ground CE mark in compliance with the directive 2006 42 EC Earth ground China RoHS 2 mark only for China Unplug the mains plug NOTE S...

Page 25: ...mbols causes serious health problems up to life endangering injuries DANGER This symbol stands for a direct hazard to the life and health of persons due to electrical voltage Non observance of these symbols causes serious health problems up to life endangering injuries WARNING This symbol stands for a potential hazard to the life and health of persons Non observance of these symbols can cause seri...

Page 26: ... The defined system limits include the drying chamber up to the aeration valve drain valve and pressure control valve the glass cover with without a manifold the chamber made of real glass The freeze dryer must correspond to one of the following solvent packages 1 Solvent package flask part no 102444 with vacuum pump type Vakuubrand RC6 2 Solvent package flask part no 102456 with vacuum pump type ...

Page 27: ...directives and the national laws concerning health and safety and the prevention of accidents must be checked at regular intervals e g every month The areas of responsibility of the personnel concerning the operation maintenance and care of the unit must be clearly defined The operator must perform a risk assessment concerning potential accidents in connection with the freeze dryer and take approp...

Page 28: ...manual uses the following personnel qualifications for various areas of activity Qualified electrician Due to their special training knowledge experience and familiarity with the relevant standards and regulations qualified electricians are in the position to perform work on electrical systems and to autonomously identify and prevent possible hazards Qualified electricians have been specifically t...

Page 29: ...ncerning the transport set up and connection and initial start up of the freeze dryer The following notes and instructions must be observed in order to protect all persons and property Pos 55 010 U niversalmodule Leerzeile 0 m od_1202116244500_0 docx 114 1 Pos 56 200 C hrist 360 GT BA Labor Pilot STANDARDM ODU LE 030 Sicher heit 030 0060 0010 Allgemei ne Gefahr en 36 m od_1435838972809_68 docx 266...

Page 30: ...bor Pilot STANDARDM ODU LE 030 Sicher heit 030 0010 Sicher heit Labor 030 0060 0040 Gefahr en durch unsachgem äßen Anschluss Labor 57 mod_1525772589357_68 docx 566736 3 1 3 6 4 Hazards caused by improper connection WARNING Risk of injury caused by consequences of improper connection Improper connection may lead to a hazardous electrical incident at a later time during the operation of the freeze d...

Page 31: ...to perform work on the electrical system of the freeze dryer The electrical equipment of the freeze dryer must be checked at regular intervals by a qualified electrician Defects such as loose connections or burnt cables must be eliminated immediately Pos 67 010 U niversalmodule Leerzeile 0 m od_1202116244500_0 docx 114 1 Pos 68 200 C hrist 360 GT BA Labor Pilot STANDARDM ODU LE 030 Sicher heit 030...

Page 32: ...ch säurehaltige Ausgangsprodukte 57 m od_1525772590964_68 docx 566808 3 1 3 7 4 Hazards caused by acids in the products DANGER Risk of injury caused by acids in the products Products containing acids may damage the material of the components of the freeze dryer and affect the mechanical strength This may lead to severe injuries Freeze drying of products containing acids is only permissible if spec...

Page 33: ...uumpumpenöl Labor 86 mod_1635778835253_68 docx 905986 3 1 3 7 7 Oil sealed vacuum pump hazards caused by hot and contaminated vacuum pump oil WARNING Risk of scalding caused by the vacuum pump oil When working on the vacuum pump and exhaust gas filter especially when changing the oil or filter the maintenance personnel are exposed to the hot vacuum pump oil There is a risk of scalding in the event...

Page 34: ...used by hot surfaces WARNING Risk of burns on hot surfaces During the operation of the freeze dryer and half an hour afterwards the outer surface of the freeze dryer especially the vacuum pump may be hot There is a risk of burns when touching the surfaces Wear suitable protective clothes and gloves Do not touch the surfaces on purpose Prior to performing any maintenance work on the vacuum pump or ...

Page 35: ...e Leerzeile 0 m od_1202116244500_0 docx 114 1 Pos 89 200 C hrist 360 GT BA Labor Pilot STANDARDM ODU LE 030 Sicher heit 030 0010 Sicher heit Labor 030 0080 Sicher hei tsei nrichtungen 25 m od_1404983309110_68 docx 183369 2 1 3 8 Safety devices Pos 90 200 C hrist 360 GT BA Labor Pilot STANDARDM ODU LE 030 Sicher heit 030 0010 Sicher heit Labor 030 0080 0010 Systemkontr olle LSCpl us basic 25 mod_14...

Page 36: ...onsciousness of lack of normal breathing perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation CPR Burns Cool small area burns e g finger immediately with cold water for approximately 2 minutes Do not cool if larger areas of the body surface are burnt since there is a risk of hypothermia Cover the burns loosely and in a sterile manner e g with sterile dressing Keep the affected persons warm and calm IF IN DOUBT C...

Page 37: ...rma Martin Christ Gefriertrocknungsanlagen GmbH see chapter 7 3 Service contact Ensure that all repairs are performed only by authorised and specialised personnel Fire prevention Fuses protect certain electrical circuits within the freeze dryer against over current conditions Always use fuses of the same type and rating Safety area Maintain a safety distance of at least 30 cm 12 inches around the ...

Page 38: ...accepted safety rules Danger to life and limb of the operator or of third parties or impairments of the units or other material assets however cannot be completely excluded when the units are being used Use the freeze dryer only for the purpose that it was originally intended for see chapter 1 2 Intended use and only if it is in a perfect running state Immediately eliminate any problems that can a...

Page 39: ...a 3 4 LSCbasic Height 415 mm Width 780 mm Depth 635 mm Weight approx 86 kg Pos 105 010 Universalmodul e Leerzeile 0 mod_1202116244500_0 docx 114 1 Pos 106 200 Christ 360 GT BA Labor Pil ot STAND ARDMODULE 040 Lag erung und Transport 040 0040 Lager bedi ngungen 25 m od_1404983714695_68 docx 183481 2 1 4 2 Storage conditions In order to ensure the protection against mechanical and climatic influence...

Page 40: ... safety devices see chapter 4 5 Transport locking devices Over short distances the freeze dryer can be transported by a suitable number of persons who reach under it from the sides When lifting the freeze dryer always reach under the freeze dryer from the side Do not grab the unit at the plastic control panel see figures below correct incorrect Fig 9 Lifting the freeze dryer CAUTION The freeze dry...

Page 41: ...er Alpha 3 4 LSCbasic weighs approx 86 kg CAUTION The centre of gravity of the freeze dryer is off centre Retain the packaging for any possible future transport of the freeze dryer Pos 111 010 Universalmodul e Leerzeile 0 mod_1202116244500_0 docx 114 1 Pos 112 200 Christ 361 GT BA Labor Pil ot PROJEKTE Alpha Al pha 1 4_2 4_3 4 Standard Alpha 3 4 LSCbasic 040 Lager ung und Tr ansport 040 0050 Trans...

Page 42: ...s absolutely mandatory The table must be stable and have a solid even tabletop Ensure sufficient ventilation Do not place any paper cloth or similar material behind or under the unit since otherwise the air circulation will be impaired Keep a safety distance of at least 30 cm around the freeze dryer so that the vents in the unit remain fully effective The ambient temperature must be in the range o...

Page 43: ...l equipment of the freeze dryer must be checked at regular intervals by a qualified electrician Defects such as loose connections or burnt cables must be eliminated immediately DANGER The operating voltage on the name plate must correspond to the local supply voltage Christ freeze dryers are units of protection class I Freeze dryers of this type have a three wire power cord with an IEC C13 connect...

Page 44: ... 050 Aufstell ung und Anschluss 050 0040 Medi enabl aufventil Al pha 3 4 67 m od_1568352256248_68 docx 716806 2 1 5 4 Media drain valve WARNING Risk of poisoning infection caused by contaminated condensate defrosting water The condensate may contain harmful substances originating from the product Contact with the condensate may cause severe damage to health Ensure the environmentally sound disposa...

Page 45: ... comes supplied in its original packaging Prior to commissioning the freeze dryer the sensor must be installed Pfeiffer CMR 364 capacitive 1 Vacuum sensor 2 Connection socket Fig 11 Position of the vacuum sensor and the connection socket Switch the unit off by actuating the mains power switch Take the vacuum sensor out of its original packaging and fasten it to the connector with a bow shaped conn...

Page 46: ...tlet of the vacuum pump exhaust filter oil mist separator and led to the outside via the roof Depending on the product that is dried in the freeze dryer it may be necessary to install a suitable filter system in the exhaust gas pipe Compliance with the local rules and regulations concerning the protection of the environment must be ensured NOTE Please refer to the separate operating manual of the ...

Page 47: ...eparator The filter prevents air pollution by the oil mist that is emitted more or less strongly by the pump depending on the working pressure The hose line must be laid in such a manner that any condensation water cannot flow back into the pump In the case of a rising hose line we recommend using a condensate trap Woulff bottle or wash bottle The pi pe must be lai d in such a manner that any cond...

Page 48: ...e surrounding atmosphere Compliance with the national rules and regulations for the protection of the environment must be ensured When working on the vacuum system and especially on the vacuum pump it may be necessary to wear suitable protective clothing gloves and a breathing mask depending on the product NOTE Refer to the separate instruction manual of the vacuum pump and silencer CAUTION The cu...

Page 49: ... kann Bei steig enden Leitungen em pfehl en wir di e Verw endung eines Abschei ders Woul ff sche Flasche oder Waschflasche Pos 133 010 Universalmodul e Leerzeile 0 mod_1202116244500_0 docx 114 1 Pos 134 200 Christ 361 GT BA Labor Pil ot PROJEKTE Alpha Al pha 1 4_2 4_3 4 Standard Alpha 3 4 LSCbasic 050 Aufstell ung und Anschluss 050 0070 Drucksteuerventil Al pha 3 4 59 mod_1534401558048_68 docx 589...

Page 50: ...81_68 docx 615258 2 1 5 9 Installation of the accessories The accessories of the respective packages see chapter 1 7 Scope of supply must be installed as shown in the illustrations below Solvent packages flask with vacuum pump Vakuubrand RC6 part no 102444 and 102458 1 Freeze dryer 2 Vacuum pump 3 Reducing adapter DN 25 DN 16 4 Corrugated hose stainless steel 5 Glass cover 6 Vacuum sensor 7 Manifo...

Page 51: ...olvent packages flask with vacuum pump Vakuubrand RC6 part no 102456 and 102462 1 Freeze dryer 2 Vacuum pump 3 Reducing adapter DN 25 DN 16 4 Corrugated hose stainless steel 5 Glass cover 6 Vacuum sensor 7 Manifold 8 Rubber valve Fig 16 Freeze dryer Alpha 3 4 LSCbasic with solvent package flask and vacuum pump Vakuubrand RC6 part no 102456 or 102462 ...

Page 52: ...45 and 102460 1 Freeze dryer 2 Vacuum pump 3 Reducing adapter DN 25 DN 16 4 Corrugated hose stainless steel 5 Adapter ring 6 Vacuum sensor 7 Base plate stainless steel 8 Guide tube 9 Drying chamber made of real glass with three shelves inside 10 Connecting ring with rubber valves 11 Glass cover Fig 17 Freeze dryer Alpha 3 4 LSCbasic with solvent package universal and vacuum pump Vakuubrand RC6 par...

Page 53: ...ent packages flask with vacuum pump Edwards nXDS 10iC part no 102474 and 102488 1 Freeze dryer 2 Vacuum pump 3 Reducing adapter DN 25 DN 16 4 Corrugated hose stainless steel 5 Glass cover 6 Vacuum sensor 7 Manifold 8 Rubber valve Fig 18 Freeze dryer Alpha 3 4 LSCbasic with solvent package flask and vacuum pump Edwards nXDS 10iC part no 102474 or 102488 ...

Page 54: ...ent packages flask with vacuum pump Edwards nXDS 10iC part no 102486 and 102492 1 Freeze dryer 2 Vacuum pump 3 Reducing adapter DN 25 DN 16 4 Corrugated hose stainless steel 5 Glass cover 6 Vacuum sensor 7 Manifold 8 Rubber valve Fig 19 Freeze dryer Alpha 3 4 LSCbasic with solvent package flask and vacuum pump Edwards nXDS 10iC part no 102486 or 102492 ...

Page 55: ...pump 3 Reducing adapter DN 25 DN 16 4 Corrugated hose stainless steel 5 Adapter ring 6 Vacuum sensor 7 Base plate stainless steel 8 Guide tube 9 Drying chamber made of real glass with three shelves inside 10 Connecting ring with rubber valves 11 Glass cover Fig 20 Freeze dryer Alpha 3 4 LSCbasic with solvent package universal and vacuum pump Edwards nXDS 10iC part no 102475 or 102490 Pos 137 010 U...

Page 56: ... 21 Rubber valve NOTE The rubber valves come supplied in an ungreased state This is why a thin layer of vacuum grease must be applied to the connector of the freeze dryer as well as to the vessel connector prior to start up in order to ensure trouble free operation In position A see figure below the aeration connector is open and the vessel connector is closed The accessory will be aerated while t...

Page 57: ...ot STAND ARDMODULE 060 Betrieb 060 0030 Vor ber eitung der Gefriertr ocknungsanlag e 25 m od_1404983762863_68 docx 183620 2 1 6 2 Preparation The ice condenser chamber must be clean and dry Remove any water residues from the preceding run Close the aeration valve and the media drain valve Ensure that all of the valves of the accessories are closed Switch the vacuum pump on Pos 145 010 Universalmod...

Page 58: ...es the intuitive operation of the unit Fig 23 Start screen of the LSCbasic control unit example Pos 149 010 Universalmodul e Leerzeile 0 mod_1202116244500_0 docx 114 1 Pos 150 010 Universalmodul e Leerzeile 0 mod_1202116244500_0 docx 114 1 Pos 151 200 Christ 360 GT BA Labor Pil ot STAND ARDMODULE 060 Betrieb LSC basic 060 0050 0010 Bedi enoberfl äche LSCbasic 48 mod_1490861421998_68 docx 493286 3 ...

Page 59: ...at the factory these data facilitate the assignment and expediting of the processing of the enquiries Pos 152 010 Universalmodul e Leerzeile 0 mod_1202116244500_0 docx 114 1 Pos 153 010 Universalmodul e Leerzeile 0 mod_1202116244500_0 docx 114 1 Pos 154 200 Christ 361 GT BA Labor Pil ot PROJEKTE Alpha Al pha 1 4_2 4_3 4 Standard Alpha 3 4 LSCbasic 060 Betrieb 060 0050 0010 0010 H auptfenster Proze...

Page 60: ...ollowing symbols are possible No symbol No USB storage device or LAN network connected USB storage device connected Active process recording on a USB storage device Network available but no network drive connected Network drive connected e g LyoLogplus Network drive connected and active process recording Button Schematic system diagram 2 The left side of the user interface shows a schematic view o...

Page 61: ...s up to this moment Section time duration of the current section up to this moment Ice condenser temperature of the ice condenser Vacuum value of the vacuum inside the ice condenser chamber Temperature vacuum conversion of a vacuum value into a temperature value based on the vapour pressure curve for ice and water Fig 27 Dialogue box Select actual value Select the desired configuration or exit the...

Page 62: ...enshot The other value will be adapted automatically Fig 28 Dialogue box Vapour pressure curve for ice and water Option USB process recording see chapter 6 5 Optional extensions Select the USB process recording function in the dialogue box Tools Select the input fields Batch data A keyboard for the data input will be displayed If necessary select the Options tab choose between manual or automatic ...

Page 63: ...ddition a sound signal is emitted until the error is acknowledged There are three categories of faults Red error messages Orange process messages Yellow general messages The representation of the message provides information about its current status A double frame around a message means that the error has not been eliminated yet The colour of the button quit changes from blue to grey once the mess...

Page 64: ...ils Tapping the message displays details concerning the error message Cause of the message Effects of the message Measures to eliminate the error Reference designation Error counter indicates how often this error has occurred and the time stamp of the last error message Use the arrow buttons to open the individual windows NOTE The error message text is always followed by an error code Always indic...

Page 65: ...ee chapter 6 4 2 Starting a freeze drying process Fig 33 Dialogue box Operating mode select start The version of the dialogue box that is displayed depends on the equipment of the freeze dryer Button Standard unit test Apart from the process phases of the freeze drying process Freezing Warm up Main drying and Final drying and the operating mode Defrosting the button Standard unit test is also avai...

Page 66: ...re In the main window Process select the button Standard unit test under Operating mode select start Select Performance test and start the test via the Run button The test will be performed The parameters will be measured at defined points of time evaluated and displayed in a dialog box see the following illustration Fig 35 Results of the performance tests Evaluation Please contact Martin Christ G...

Page 67: ... Alpha 3 4 84 m od_1627896865910_68 docx 884157 4 1 6 4 1 2 Main window Options The main window Options is where the basic configuration of the control system is defined It enables the optimum adaptation of the freeze dryer to its specific area of application General General options 1 Language 2 Scale unit Fig 36 Overview of the main window Options General Language 1 The control system can be used...

Page 68: ...erating manuel Scale unit 2 This dialogue box is used to change the unit of measurement for the temperature and vacuum values Fig 38 Dialogue box Change scale unit Administration Administration options 1 Date Time 2 Network 3 System properties 4 Access protection 5 Device options Fig 39 Dialogue box Options Administration ...

Page 69: ...ystem is equipped with an integrated battery buffered clock After a failure of the buffer battery the date and time must be reset Fig 40 Dialogfenster Datum Zeit ändern Network 2 This dialogue box is used to change the network settings NOTE The changes will not become effective until after a restart of the freeze dryer Fig 41 Dialogue box Change network settings ...

Page 70: ... Click on touch If this function is active a clicking sound can be heard whenever the system registers that a button has been touched Behaviour of the pressure control valve in the case of insufficient ice condenser cooling If this function is active button closed the pressure control valve will close at an ice condenser temperature of 20 C during the drying process in order to avoid damage to the...

Page 71: ...in the status line and below this symbol the remaining time until the lock will be active is counted down At the same time a button with a big lock symbol will be displayed under the status line Fig 44 Countdown of the password timer and the button with the lock symbol The button with the lock symbol blocks any access immediately and the system switches to the default setting Fig 45 Access blocked...

Page 72: ...is dialogue box lists all of the device options that are available for the freeze dryer in question A list of all the possible options can be found at chapter 6 5 Optional extensions zu finden Options that require a series number specific release code are marked with the symbol Fig 46 Dialogue box Device options example If the freeze dryer is to be extended by an option this option must be enabled...

Page 73: ... box Service varies depending on the type of freeze dryer Operating hours 1 This dialogue box is used to view the number of operating hours of the various components of the freeze dryer e g the refrigeration unit vacuum pump or pressure control valve In addition to the name the respective reference designation is also displayed These data are provided for informational purposes only They cannot be...

Page 74: ...row keys to select the individual messages The error message text is always followed by an error code NOTE Always indicate the error code in the event of enquiries or service requests Fig 49 Dialogue box Failure memory Vacuum pump oil change 3 The system monitors the oil change interval of the vacuum pump The interval can be adapted to the vacuum pump model and utilisation When the end of an oil c...

Page 75: ...rval of the freeze dryer is set at 3 000 operating hours or at least one maintenance per year When the end of a maintenance interval is reached a corresponding message will be displayed Acknowledge the message Make an appointment for the maintenance of your freeze dryer After the maintenance our service engineer will reset the operating hour counter in the dialogue box Maintenance Fig 51 Dialogue ...

Page 76: ...ue box the sensors are adjusted based on a predefined reference value CAUTION Sensors that are not properly adjusted will lead to incorrect measurements which in turn will have a negative effect on the process control NOTE Only specialised personnel are authorised to perform the sensor adjustment Pos 157 010 Universalmodul e Seitenwechsel 0 mod_1202116244312_0 docx 105 1 ...

Page 77: ...TE Alpha Al pha 1 4_2 4_3 4 Standard Alpha 3 4 LSCbasic 060 Betrieb 060 0050 0020 Durchführung ei nes Gefri ertrocknungsprozesses nur Al pha 3 4 84 m od_1627901966391_68 docx 884178 3 1 6 4 2 Starting a freeze drying process Freeze drying processes are started in the main window Process The set values for the individual process phases Freezing Warm up Main drying and Final drying are defined prior...

Page 78: ... which the freeze drying process will be completed The freeze dryer remains in the Run mode until the enquiry is confirmed The process can be stopped any time by way of the Stop button In this case the freeze dryer will be switched to standby Pos 162 010 Universalmodul e Leerzeile 0 mod_1202116244500_0 docx 114 1 Pos 163 200 Christ 361 GT BA Labor Pil ot PROJEKTE Alpha Al pha 1 4_2 4_3 4 Standard ...

Page 79: ...ion time defines the duration of the individual phases and is stated in hours and minutes h m Vacuum 2 NOTE The working range of the vacuum sensor during the freeze drying process is between 0 005 mbar and 1 mbar The system cannot indicate any values above 1 mbar NOTE The capacitive vacuum sensors which are necessary for the freeze drying of solvent containing products can only provide information...

Page 80: ...lue will be displayed as 0 005 mbar in the value window while the set value is displayed as MinV As a result of this setting the pressure control valve remains permanently open so that operation at the final vacuum of the freeze dryer is possible Pressure notification 3 As an additional safety feature for controlling the vacuum during the freeze drying of solvents an alarm pressure level can be en...

Page 81: ...alues 3 infinite 4 Button for editing the value in pre defined steps 5 Selection of a possible maximum or minimum value 6 Input of a value via the numerical keypad 7 Button for deleting the displayed value Fig 56 Numerical keypad for entering numerical values Confirm the new value and quit the numerical keypad by pressing the button Accept Confirm the input and quit the dialogue box via the button...

Page 82: ...into an Excel file LyoLogplus data logging software LyoLogplus is a data logging software program by Martin Christ Gefriertrocknungsanlagen GmbH that is specifically adapted to the requirements of freeze drying processes Apart from the graphical representation of the measurement data of currently running processes it also enables the data export for additional evaluation Pos 166 010 Universalmodul...

Page 83: ...in the power cord correctly Check the on site fuses Switch mains power switch ON The touchpanel does not react at all or it does not react correctly The sensitivity of the touchpanel is misadjusted Contact the service department see chapter 7 3 Service contact The password input fails The password is not correct Inform the administrator If you have lost the administrator password contact the servi...

Page 84: ... 3 Service contact The error message Refrigeration unit x x overpressure is displayed during a freeze drying process Leakage on the low pressure side suction side of the refrigeration system leads to a pressure increase Acknowledge the message If the message is displayed repeatedly inform the service department see chapter 7 3 Service contact NOTE If it is impossible to eliminate the errors contac...

Page 85: ...nd Fehl ersuche 070 0010 0020 0010 Klei nflanschverbi ndungen 25 m od_1404984061086_68 docx 184181 4 1 7 1 2 1 Small flange connections Leakages are often due to improper small flange connections between the various components and hose connections or to leakages in the valves Loosen the connection and place the centring ring with sealing ring inside in a centred manner between the flange connectio...

Page 86: ...rist 360 GT BA Labor Pil ot STAND ARDMODULE 070 Störungen und Fehl ersuche 070 0010 0020 0025 Drucksteuerventil 25 m od_1404984063525_68 docx 184209 4 1 7 1 2 3 Pressure control valve A malfunction of the pressure control valve may have several causes NOTE The inspection of the valve must be carried out by qualified specialist personnel see chapter 7 3 Service contact Pos 184 010 Universalmodul e ...

Page 87: ...eration system is overloaded In these cases the refrigeration unit will be switched off automatically If the permissible operating conditions are re established after a cool down phase of several minutes the refrigeration unit will be switched on again automatically The malfunctions are displayed in the process and equipment information window The minimum ice condenser temperature of approx 105 C ...

Page 88: ...s or spare part enquiries From Germany Contact Martin Christ Gefriertrocknungsanlagen GmbH An der Unteren Söse 50 37520 Osterode Germany Tel 49 0 55 22 50 07 44 44 E mail support lab martinchrist de Outside Germany Contact our agency in your country All agencies are listed at www martinchrist de Sales Partners NOTE If you would like to utilise our after sales service please state the type of your ...

Page 89: ...the freeze dryer and the accessories Do not use corrosive and aggressive substances Do not use solvents Do not use agents with abrasive particles Do not expose the freeze dryer or its accessories to intensive UV radiation e g sunlight or thermal stress e g by heat generators Pos 197 010 Universalmodul e Leerzeile 0 mod_1202116244500_0 docx 114 1 Pos 198 200 Christ 360 GT BA Labor Pil ot STAND ARDM...

Page 90: ...tances clean the inside immediately with a suitable decontamination agent depending on the type of contamination see chapter 8 2 Disinfection of the drying chamber and accessories Remove product residues thoroughly with a cloth Open the lid drying chamber when the freeze dryer is not in use so moisture can evaporate Pos 200 010 Universalmodul e Leerzeile 0 mod_1202116244500_0 docx 114 1 Pos 201 20...

Page 91: ...essary wipe the ice condenser chamber dry with a cloth Pos 204 010 Universalmodul e Leerzeile 0 mod_1202116244500_0 docx 114 1 Pos 205 200 Christ 360 GT BA Labor Pil ot STAND ARDMODULE 080 W artung und Instandhaltung 080 0010 0051 Belüftungs M edienablaufventil LSC plus basic Labor 25 m od_1404984101141_68 docx 184377 3 1 8 1 3 Aeration valve media drain valve WARNING Risk of poisoning infection c...

Page 92: ... Labor 25 mod_1404984102436_68 docx 184391 3 1 8 1 4 Heat exchanger only for air cooled freeze dryers A lamellar heat exchanger is used for cooling the refrigerant that is compressed by the refrigeration unit This air cooled heat exchanger is located at the back of the unit see chapter 2 1 1 Functional and operating elements Dust and dirt impair the cooling effect of the air flow Dust on the lamel...

Page 93: ...r to the separate operating manual of the vacuum pump In addition the following must be taken into consideration WARNING Risk of scalding caused by the vacuum pump oil When working on the vacuum pump and exhaust gas filter especially when changing the oil or filter the maintenance personnel are exposed to the hot vacuum pump oil There is a risk of scalding in the event of skin contact Work on the ...

Page 94: ...maintenance instructions of the manufacturer in the separate operating instructions of the vacuum pump and silencer In addition the following must be taken into consideration WARNING Risk of burns on hot surfaces During the operation of the freeze dryer and half an hour afterwards the outer surface of the vacuum pump may be hot There is a risk of burns when touching the surfaces Prior to performin...

Page 95: ...hat no ignition sources e g soldering iron welding equipment are present The refrigerant circuit is a closed system Only certified and qualified persons are authorised to perform work on the refrigeration system Pos 216 010 Universalmodul e Leerzeile 0 mod_1202116244500_0 docx 114 1 Pos 217 200 Christ 360 GT BA Labor Pil ot STAND ARDMODULE 080 W artung und Instandhaltung 080 0010 0120 Vakuumm esss...

Page 96: ...rrosion combination of oscillating pressure and chemical reaction can affect or destroy the metal and plastic parts Barely detectable cracks on the surface can expand and weaken the material without any visible signs Check the material regularly at least once a month for cracks visible damage of the surface pressure marks signs of corrosion other changes Replace any damaged components immediately ...

Page 97: ...f you have any queries see chapter 7 3 Service contact Pos 222 010 Universalmodul e Leerzeile 0 mod_1202116244500_0 docx 114 1 Pos 223 010 Universalmodul e Leerzeile 0 mod_1202116244500_0 docx 114 1 Pos 224 200 Christ 360 GT BA Labor Pil ot STAND ARDMODULE 080 W artung und Instandhaltung 080 0040 Instandhaltungsarbeiten Labor 25 m od_1404984108998_68 docx 184475 2 1 8 3 Service DANGER In the event...

Page 98: ...nal operating manuel Outside Germany Contact our agency in your country All agencies are listed at www martinchrist de Sales Partners NOTE If you would like to utilise our after sales service please state the type of your freeze dryer and its serial number Pos 225 010 Universalmodul e Seitenwechsel 0 mod_1202116244312_0 docx 105 1 ...

Page 99: ...mpletely and signed by authorised specialist personnel only Affix the original form in a clearly visible manner to the outside of the packaging NOTE We will return the part unit if no declaration of decontamination is provided 2 Form for the return of defective parts This form is for the product related data They facilitate the assignment and they enable the quick processing of the return If sever...

Page 100: ...rocknungsanlagen GmbH is a registered manufacturer of electric and electronic devices that are solely intended for commercial use Comply with all local rules and regulations Pos 231 010 Universalmodul e Leerzeile 0 mod_1202116244500_0 docx 114 1 Pos 232 200 Christ 360 GT BA Labor Pil ot STAND ARDMODULE 090 Entsorgung 090 0020 Entsorgung der Verpackung 25 mod_1404984143017_68 docx 184545 2 1 9 2 Di...

Page 101: ...max approx 105 C approx 11 l 60 C max Max shelf surface area double chamber method drying outside the ice condenser chamber 3 shelves Ø 200 mm each Atotal 0 094m2 drying in round bottom flasks 12 pieces Connection requirements freeze dryer without vacuum pump and accessories Electrical connection 1 x 230 V 50 Hz Protection class I IP protection category according to DIN 60529 11 Apparent power 1 7...

Page 102: ... aten 100 0010 Umgebungsbedingungen Ü berschrift 25 mod_1404984155772_68 docx 184573 2 1 10 1 Umgebungsbeding ung en 10 1 Ambient conditions Pos 239 200 Christ 360 GT BA Labor Pil ot STAND ARDMODULE 100 Technische D aten 100 0011 Umgebungsbedingungen Text 25 m od_1404984154817_68 docx 184559 1 10 1 Umgebungsbeding ung en Use in closed spaces Altitudes up to 2 000 m Ambient temperature between 5 C ...

Page 103: ... STAND ARDMODULE 110 Anhang 0110 Anhang 25 m od_1404984177994_68 docx 184601 1 1 11 Appendix Pos 245 200 Christ 361 GT BA Labor Pil ot PROJEKTE Alpha Al pha 1 4_2 4_3 4 Standard Alpha 3 4 LSCbasic 110 Anhang 0110 0030 C E Erkl ärung MaschR L Alpha 3 4 LSCbasic 59 mod_1534401722876_68 docx 589705 22 1 11 1 EC declaration of conformity in accordance with the EC Machinery Directive ...

Page 104: ...Freeze dryer Alpha 3 4 LSCbasic 11 Appendix 104 117 Version 11 2018 Rev 1 9 of 01 12 2021 sb Translation of the original operating manuel ...

Page 105: ...Freeze dryer Alpha 3 4 LSCbasic 11 Appendix Version 11 2018 Rev 1 9 of 01 12 2021 sb 105 117 Translation of the original operating manuel 11 2 Declaration of conformity China RoHS 2 ...

Page 106: ... dryer Alpha 3 4 LSCbasic 11 Appendix 106 117 Version 11 2018 Rev 1 9 of 01 12 2021 sb Translation of the original operating manuel Pos 246 010 Universalmodul e Seitenwechsel 0 mod_1202116244312_0 docx 105 1 ...

Page 107: ...07 117 Translation of the original operating manuel Pos 247 200 Christ 360 GT BA Labor Pil ot STAND ARDMODULE 110 Anhang 0110 0031 CE Erklär ung Dr uckger äteRL 38 m od_1438592143048_68 docx 275085 2 1 11 3 EC declaration of conformity in accordance with the Pressure Equipment Directive ...

Page 108: ... dryer Alpha 3 4 LSCbasic 11 Appendix 108 117 Version 11 2018 Rev 1 9 of 01 12 2021 sb Translation of the original operating manuel Pos 248 010 Universalmodul e Seitenwechsel 0 mod_1202116244312_0 docx 105 1 ...

Page 109: ...23 28 08 4 4 37 31 0 34 58 0 014 22 26 43 5 4 02 32 0 31 59 0 012 21 24 86 6 3 69 33 0 28 60 0 011 20 23 37 7 3 39 34 0 25 61 0 009 19 21 96 8 3 01 35 0 22 62 0 008 18 20 63 9 2 84 36 0 20 63 0 007 17 19 37 10 2 56 37 0 18 64 0 006 16 18 17 11 2 38 38 0 16 65 0 0054 15 17 05 12 2 17 39 0 14 66 0 0047 14 15 98 13 1 98 40 0 12 67 0 0041 13 14 97 14 1 81 41 0 11 68 0 0035 12 14 02 15 1 65 42 0 10 69 ...

Page 110: ...0 117 Version 11 2018 Rev 1 9 of 01 12 2021 sb Translation of the original operating manuel Pos 250 010 Universalmodul e Abschnittswechsel 0 mod_1202124514062_0 docx 418 1 Pos 251 010 Universalmodul e Seitenwechsel 0 mod_1202116244312_0 docx 105 1 ...

Page 111: ...es are released from the surface of a solid In order to be able to desorb the particle must have or be provided with a sufficient amount of energy in order to overcome the binding energy Pressure notification When a certain vacuum value is exceeded depending on the solvent mixture to be freeze dried the oxygen level of the system increases As a result the risk of an explosive atmosphere inside the...

Page 112: ...Freeze dryer Alpha 3 4 LSCbasic 12 Glossary 112 117 Version 11 2018 Rev 1 9 of 01 12 2021 sb Translation of the original operating manuel ...

Page 113: ...ryer 89 Click on touch 70 CO2 equivalent 101 102 Condensate contaminated hazards 32 44 86 91 Connection hazards 30 Connection of the vacuum sensor 18 Connection requirements 101 Contaminated condensate hazards 32 44 86 91 Contaminated defrosting water hazards 32 44 86 91 Control system type 77 Cooling system 102 Copyright 11 Corrosion 89 96 Cost estimate 99 Cracks 96 Customer provided fuses 43 D D...

Page 114: ...Final drying 23 Form for the return of defective parts 99 Freeze dryer type 77 Freeze dryer cleaning and care 90 Freeze drying phases 21 Freeze drying process 21 Freeze drying process start 77 Functional and operatin elements 16 G General conditions 10 General information on freeze drying 19 General malfunctions 83 General work maintenance 89 Global warming potential 101 102 H Hazard warnings 9 10...

Page 115: ...f construction damage 89 Max humidity 102 Maximum current for the vacuum pump47 48 Media drain 78 Media drain valve 17 44 Media drain valve cleaning and care 91 Media drain valve malfunction 86 Mode of operation 19 N Name plate 18 Network 69 Network drive 60 No indication on the display 83 Noise level 102 Nominal current 101 Nominal voltage 18 30 Notes on safety and hazards 9 Notes on transport 40...

Page 116: ...e of supply 11 Sensor adjustment 76 Serial interface 18 Serial number 18 77 88 98 Service 73 97 Service contact 88 Service life 89 Service work 97 Set process values 63 Set up hazards 30 Set up and connection 42 Signs of corrosion 96 Small flange connections 85 Solvents 36 Solvents 89 Specialised personnel 28 Specialist personnel 86 92 97 99 Standard unit test 65 Standards and regulations 11 Start...

Page 117: ... Vacuum pump is not activated 84 Vacuum pump oil hazards 33 93 Vacuum pump oil change 74 Vacuum pump cleaning and care 93 Vacuum sensor 45 86 102 Vacuum sensor maintenance 95 Vacuum sensor working range 111 Vacuum system maintenance 94 Vakuummesssonde Installation 45 Value windows 61 Vapour pressure curve for ice and water 20 62 Ventilation 87 Vents 42 Viewing or editing the set values 79 W Warran...

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