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Freeze-dryer Epsilon 1-4 LSCplus 

Freeze-dryer Epsilon 2-4 LSCplus 

 

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Version 04/2014, Rev. 2.13 of 01/12/2021 

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Translation of the original operating manual 

 

Stainless steel door latch at the loading door

 ............................................................. 117 

Standard unit test ....................................... 66 

Standards and regulations ......................... 13 

Status line .................................................. 60 

Storage ...................................................... 42 

Storage and transport ................................ 42 

Storage conditions ..................................... 42 

Stress-corrosion ....................................... 122 

Sublimation .............................................. 142 

Supply voltage ........................................... 47 

Surfaces, cold (hazards) ............................ 36 

Surfaces, hot (hazards) .......36, 115, 119, 120 

Switching the freeze-dryer OFF ............... 107 

Switching the freeze-dryer on..................... 55 

System properties ...................................... 78 

T

 

Table of the sublimation pressure curve ... 139 

Technical data ......................................... 131 

Technical documentation ......................... 133 

Temperature of water feed flow ................ 132 

Temperature of water return flow ............. 132 

Thermal stress ................................... 46, 114 

Tools .......................................................... 61 

Topping-up of operating supplies ............... 39 

Touchpanel does not react ....................... 108 

Toxic substances ..................................... 115 

Transport ................................................... 42 

Transport (hazards) ....................... 29, 43, 44 

Transport (hazards, general) ................ 43, 44 

Transport safety devices ............................ 45 

Transport to commissioning (hazards, 

general) .................................................. 29 

Type................................................... 18, 131 

U

 

Unit of measurement .................................. 74 

Unit test of pilot and production systems .... 66 

Unpacking the freeze-dryer ........................ 43 

USB process recording ...................... 62, 106 

User interface ............................................ 58 

UV radiation ....................................... 47, 114 

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Vacuum ..................................................... 92 

Vacuum connection ................................. 132 

Vacuum pump ...................................... 50, 51 

Vacuum pump connection ........................ 131 

Vacuum pump exhaust gases .................... 51 

Vacuum pump exhaust gases (hazards) ........ 

 ......................................................... 34, 49 

Vacuum pump is not activated ................. 109 

Vacuum pump oil (hazards) ............... 35, 119 

Vacuum pump oil change ........................... 85 

Vacuum pump warm-up ............................. 93 

Vacuum sensor .................................. 53, 111 

Vacuum sensor (maintenance) ................ 122 

Vacuum system (maintenance) ........ 119, 120 

Vapour pressure curve above ice ............... 61 

Vapour pressure curve for ice and water .... 20 

Ventilation .......................................... 46, 112 

Viewing or editing the set values ................ 89 

Volumetric flow rate ................................. 132 

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Warranty and liability .................................. 12 

Water feed flow temperature .................... 132 

Water return flow temperature.................. 132 

Water temperature difference .................. 132 

Weighing system........................................ 99 

Weighing system LyoBalance ............ 63, 106 

Weight ............................................... 42, 131 

Wireless product temperature measurement 

system WTMplus .................................. 106 

WTMplus configuration .............................. 83 

WTMplus wireless product temperature 

measurement system ........................... 106 

Y

 

Year of manufacture .................................. 18 

 

Summary of Contents for 112991

Page 1: ...e dryer Rev 2 13 of 01 12 2021 Epsilon 1 4 LSCplus Freeze dryer Epsilon 2 4 LSCplus Version 04 2014 Epsilon 1 4 LSCplus Part no 112991 112993 112999 Epsilon 2 4 LSCplus Part no 112992 112994 113000 Freeze dryer Operating Manual Please retain for later use ...

Page 2: ...Freeze dryer Epsilon 1 4 LSCplus Freeze dryer Epsilon 2 4 LSCplus 2 148 Version 04 2014 Rev 2 13 of 01 12 2021 sb Translation of the original operating manual ...

Page 3: ...on of the original operating manual 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 Epsilon 1 4 LSCplus Freeze dryer Epsilon 2 4 LSCplus 4 148 Version 04 2014 Rev 2 13 of 01 12 2021 sb Translation of the original operating manual ...

Page 5: ...ng 23 2 2 2 5 End of drying and aeration 23 2 2 2 6 Defrosting 23 3 Safety 24 3 1 Marking of the unit 24 3 2 Explanation 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 ...

Page 6: ...d accidents 38 3 10 Maintenance and cleaning of the freeze dryer 39 3 11 Additions or conversions of the freeze dryer 39 3 12 Measures to be taken to ensure safe operation of the freeze dryer 40 3 13 Remaining hazards 41 4 Storage and transport 42 4 1 Dimensions and weight 42 4 2 Storage conditions 42 4 3 Unpacking the freeze dryer 43 4 4 Transport 44 4 4 1 Transport safety devices 45 5 Set up and...

Page 7: ...er OFF 107 7 Malfunctions and error correction 108 7 1 General malfunctions 108 7 1 1 Power failure 109 7 1 2 Insufficient vacuum 110 7 1 2 1 Small flange connections 110 7 1 2 2 Aeration valve 111 7 1 2 3 Pressure control valve 111 7 1 2 4 Rubber valves 111 7 1 2 5 Vacuum sensor 111 7 1 3 Insufficient ice condenser temperature 112 7 2 Process and error messages 112 7 3 Service contact 113 8 Maint...

Page 8: ... 128 8 6 Return of defective parts 128 9 Disposal 130 9 1 Disposal of the freeze dryer 130 9 2 Disposal of the packaging 130 10 Technical data 131 10 1 Ambient conditions 133 10 2 Technical documentation 133 11 Appendix 134 11 1 Mathematical relations 134 11 2 EC declaration of conformity in accordance with the EC Machinery Directive 135 11 3 EC declaration of conformity in accordance with the Pre...

Page 9: ...following documents apply in addition to these operating instructions if the freeze dryer is equipped with the corresponding features Operating instructions of the CHRIST SCADA software LPCplus instructions for the operation of the freeze dryer by way of a SCADA system Pos 5 010 U niversalm odul e Leerzeil e 0 mod_1202116244500_0 docx 114 1 Pos 6 200 C hrist 360 GT BA Labor Pil ot STAND ARDMODU LE...

Page 10: ...esults Some of these factors are listed below Fabrication Stress generated while sawing sanding machining drilling polishing and or forming Exposure Length of exposure stresses induced during the life of the product due to various loads changes in temperature etc Application of chemicals by contact rubbing wiping spraying etc The following table can be used as a general guide for the expected degr...

Page 11: ...t not be used Freeze drying of acid containing products Freeze drying of products containing acids is only permissible if special protective measures and equipment related precautions are taken Otherwise there is a risk of damage to property and personal injury Consultation of Martin Christ Gefriertrocknungsanlagen GmbH is absolutely mandatory in order to define the measures that need to be taken ...

Page 12: ... unauthorised additions or conversions without the written approval by Martin Christ Gefriertrocknungsanlagen GmbH use of the freeze dryer with accessories that have not been approved by Martin Christ Gefriertrocknungsanlagen GmbH with the exception of commercially available freeze drying vessels made of glass or plastic use of the freeze dryer with concentrated solvents freeze drying of products ...

Page 13: ...ne Informationen 010 0060 N ormen und Vorschriften 25 mod_1404983214482_68 docx 183005 2 1 1 7 Standards and regulations EC declaration of conformity in accordance with the EC Machinery Directive and EC declaration in accordance with the Pressure Equipment Directive see chapter 11 2 EC declaration of conformity in accordance with the EC Machinery Directive and chapter 11 3 EC declaration of confor...

Page 14: ... hrist 360 GT BA Labor Pilot STANDARDM ODU LE 020 Aufbau und Wirkungsw eise 020 0010 Aufbau der Gefri ertrocknungsanl age 25 mod_1404983236941_68 docx 183033 2 1 2 1 Layout of the freeze dryer Pos 21 200 C hrist 361 GT BA Labor Pilot PR OJEKTE Epsilon 4er Epsilon 1 4_2 4 LSCpl us Standard 020 Aufbau und Wirkungsw eise 020 0010 0010 Funkti ons und Bedienel emente E1 4_2 4 25 m od_1404984706770_68 d...

Page 15: ...Version 04 2014 Rev 2 13 of 01 12 2021 sb 15 148 Translation of the original operating manual 4 Connections for the product sensors and a LyoRX sensor 5 Shelf 6 Ice condenser 7 Defrosting water collecting tray Fig 2 Detailed view A drying chamber 8 Mains switch Fig 3 Right side of the freeze dryer ...

Page 16: ...erating manual 9 Aeration valve 10 Access flange DN40 e g for weighing device behind the side panel Fig 4 Left side of the freeze dryer 11 Name plate 12 Electrical connection of the vacuum sensor 13 Ethernet interface 14 Heat exchanger for the heat transfer medium behind the panel 15 Vacuum flange Standard Air cooled freeze dryer Fig 5 Rear view of an air cooled freeze dryer ...

Page 17: ...the cooling water inlet Special equipment water cooled freeze dryer Fig 6 Rear view of a water cooled freeze dryer 18 Vacuum sensor connection 19 Internal fuse 20 Power supply of the pressure control valve 21 Power supply of the vacuum pump 22 Automatic circuit breaker 1F1 23 Equipotential bonding screw Fig 7 Detailed view B Connections on the rear side of the freeze dryer Pos 22 010 U niversalmod...

Page 18: ...4_2 4 LSCpl us Standard 020 Aufbau und Wirkungsw eise 020 0010 0020 Typenschil d E2 4 25 m od_1404984709736_68 docx 185973 3 1 2 1 2 Name plate 1 Serial number 2 Type 3 Refrigerant data of the 1st stage 4 Nominal voltage 5 Year of manufacture month year 6 Part number 7 Refrigerant data of the 2nd stage 8 Rated current apparent power Fig 8 Example of a name plate here Epsilon 2 4 LSCplus Pos 24 010...

Page 19: ...re for the extraction 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 behavio...

Page 20: ...mber will be lowered 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 ...

Page 21: ...ed by the product Pos 29 010 U niversalmodule Leerzeile 0 m od_1202116244500_0 docx 114 1 Pos 30 200 C hrist 360 GT BA Labor Pilot STANDARDM ODU LE 020 Aufbau und Wirkungsw eise 020 0020 0020 0010 Vorbereitung 25 mod_1404983256926_68 docx 183089 4 1 2 2 2 1 Preparation The ice condenser chamber must be clean and dry Any water residues from a preceding drying run must be removed The media drain val...

Page 22: ...0020 0030 Haupttrocknung 25 m od_1404983259260_68 docx 183117 4 1 2 2 2 3 Main drying When the product is frozen the main drying phase commences The vacuum pump is switched on The pressure inside the drying chamber will be lowered to the value that corresponds to the freezing temperature in accordance with the vapour pressure curve for ice and water sublimation pressure curve At the same time ther...

Page 23: ... and of the ice condenser temperature The ice condenser is no longer subject to load and reaches the final temperature of approximately 55 C or 85 C The pressure in the drying chamber decreases in accordance with the ice condenser temperature The vacuum pump will be switched off and the drying chamber will be aerated via a rubber valve or via the aeration valve The aeration valve can also be used ...

Page 24: ... the unit The following 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...

Page 25: ...vance of these symbols 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 symbo...

Page 26: ...and the national laws concerning health and safety and the prevention of accidents must be checked at regular intervals e g every month Special equipment H2O2 decontamination system additional points concerning decontamination with hydrogen peroxide H2O2 The operator is committed to having the decontamination of the freeze dryer performed solely by personnel who have been specifically ordered to d...

Page 27: ...d use section Freeze drying of solvent containing products concerning the chamber pressure and shelf temperature for every product that is to be processed in the freeze dryer see the table in chapter 1 3 Intended use concerning the inspection of the freeze dryer in view of damage caused by the solvent that is used see chapter 1 3 Intended use section Freeze drying of solvent containing products Sp...

Page 28: ...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 trained for the environment in which they work and they are familiar with...

Page 29: ...start up of the freeze dryer The following notes and instructions must be observed in order to protect all persons and property Pos 57 010 U niversalmodule Leerzeile 0 m od_1202116244500_0 docx 114 1 Pos 58 200 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 266711 3 1 3 6 1 General hazards WARNING General risk of inj...

Page 30: ... the configuration of the freeze dryer e g hot water nitrogen hydrogen peroxide at a later time during the operation of the freeze dryer This may lead to severe damage to health or even life threatening injuries Ensure that the supply and disposal connections are established by competent and specialised persons under consideration of the corresponding connection specifications see chapter 5 2 Supp...

Page 31: ... 64 m od_1558342542556_68 docx 690497 3 1 3 7 2 Hazards caused by natural flammable refrigerants DANGER Risk of suffocation caused by the refrigerant When work is performed on the refrigeration system of the freeze dryer refrigerant may escape in the liquid or gas state and under high pressure Gaseous refrigerant is heavier than air and high concentration levels of it may collect on the floor or i...

Page 32: ...es the personnel are exposed to the product Skin contact or the inhalation of particles may cause severe damage to health depending on the product in question Wear suitable protective clothes gloves and respiratory protection or use an isolater sytem on the freeze dryer DANGER Risk of poisoning infection caused by the products When performing maintenance work on parts coming into contact with the ...

Page 33: ...metal azides when they come into contact with non ferrous metals e g copper brass bronze that may be present in the pipe system or vacuum pump for example In addition explosive dust air mixtures may form during the aeration process after the end of the drying phase There is an explosion hazard Freeze drying products containing azides is only permissible with special protective measure and equipmen...

Page 34: ...eals Pos 85 010 U niversalmodule Leerzeile 0 m od_1202116244500_0 docx 114 1 Pos 86 200 C hrist 360 GT BA Labor Pilot STANDARDM ODU LE 030 Sicher heit 030 0020 Sicher heit Epsilon 030 0070 0100 Gefahren durch kontami nierte Vakuum pum penabg ase Vakuum pum pe mit Öl 36 m od_1435906389546_68 docx 266899 3 1 3 7 9 Oil sealed vacuum pump hazards caused by contaminated vacuum pump exhaust gases WARNIN...

Page 35: ...an cause severe damage to health Wear suitable protective clothes gloves and respiratory protection Ensure the environmentally sound disposal of the oil in compliance with the local rules and regulations Do not let the oil come into contact with tobacco products Pos 89 010 U niversalmodule Leerzeile 0 m od_1202116244500_0 docx 114 1 Pos 90 200 C hrist 360 GT BA Labor Pilot STANDARDM ODU LE 030 Sic...

Page 36: ... half an hour afterwards the outer surface of the freeze dryer especially the pipes and units 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 the oil mist separator let the components cool WARNING Risk of burns on hot surfaces After a drying...

Page 37: ...not operating correctly or of safety relevant operating elements that are not freely accessible there is a risk of severe damage to health Keep the safety relevant operating elements freely accessible at all times Do not manipulate remove or disable the safety devices in any way Check the correct operation of the safety devices at regular intervals in accordance with the applicable national and in...

Page 38: ...n Electric shock While ensuring your own safety interrupt the circuit as quickly as possible mains switch at the right side of the freeze dryer Keep the affected persons warm and calm Get medical attention immediately Check consciousness and breathing continuously In the case of unconsciousness of lack of normal breathing perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation CPR Burns Cool small area burns e g fi...

Page 39: ...1 Pos 105 200 Christ 360 GT BA Labor Pil ot STAND ARDMODULE 030 Sicherheit 030 0020 Si cherheit Epsilon 030 0110 W artung und R einigung der Gefriertr ocknungsanlag e Epsil on 36 m od_1436165334319_68 docx 267050 2 1 3 10 Maintenance and cleaning of the freeze dryer The substances and materials that are used must be properly handled and disposed of Please refer to the safety data sheets This appli...

Page 40: ...d error correction or contact the after sales service of Firma 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 Maintai...

Page 41: ...eep sources of ignition away from solvents When using flammable or hazardous solvents the vacuum pump must be vented to or operate inside a fume hood Pos 111 010 Universalmodul e Leerzeile 0 mod_1202116244500_0 docx 114 1 Pos 112 010 Universalmodul e Leerzeile 0 mod_1202116244500_0 docx 114 1 Pos 113 200 Christ 360 GT BA Labor Pil ot STAND ARDMODULE 030 Sicherheit 030 0140 Restrisiken 25 m od_1404...

Page 42: ...thout vacuum pump EPSILON 1 4 LSCplus Unit incl base frame art no 112452 EPSILON 2 4 LSCplus Unit incl base frame art no 112452 Height 1 420 mm 276 mm sealing device 1 420 mm 276 mm sealing device Width 810 mm 810 mm Depth 810 mm 810 mm Weight ca 164 kg without vacuum pump ca 194 kg without vacuum pump Pos 118 010 Universalmodul e Leerzeile 0 mod_1202116244500_0 docx 114 1 Pos 119 200 Christ 360 G...

Page 43: ...ment safety shoes work gloves and hardhat DANGER Risk of injury caused by the uncontrolled movement of loads Freeze dryer components that are not properly fastened or secured may shift or fall over Take the centre of gravity of the load in consideration off centre Prior to the transport of the freeze dryer read this chapter of the operating manual thoroughly CAUTION The freeze dryer Epsilon 1 4 LS...

Page 44: ...uncontrolled movement of loads Freeze dryer components that are not properly fastened or secured may shift or fall over Take the centre of gravity of the load in consideration off centre Prior to the transport of the freeze dryer read this chapter of the operating manual thoroughly CAUTION The freeze dryer Epsilon 1 4 LSCplus weighs approx 110 kg without base frame and approx 164 kg with base fram...

Page 45: ... 1 4 4 1 Transport safety devices The following transport safety devices must be removed prior to start up Install the vacuum sensor see chapter 5 2 7 Vacuum sensor Remove the packaging material of the collecting tray in the drying chamber If the freeze dryer is equipped with a sealing device Remove the polystyrene blocks between the sealing device and the shelf NOTE Prior to any transport the tra...

Page 46: ...y competent and specialised persons under consideration of the corresponding connection specifications see the instructions in this chapter and chapter 10 Technical data The connections to the on site pipes must be force free and torque free Pos 129 010 Universalmodul e Leerzeile 0 mod_1202116244500_0 docx 114 1 Pos 130 010 Universalmodul e Leerzeile 0 mod_1202116244500_0 docx 114 1 Pos 131 200 Ch...

Page 47: ...supply Pos 136 200 Christ 361 GT BA Labor Pil ot PROJEKTE Epsilon 4er Epsilon 1 4_2 4 LSC plus Standar d 050 Aufstellung und Anschl uss 050 0020 0010 0010 Anschl ussart neu E1 4_2 4 48 m od_1490346443622_68 docx 493183 4 1 5 2 1 1 Connection DANGER The operating voltage on the name plate must correspond to the local supply voltage Christ freeze dryers are units of safety class I Epsilon 1 4 LSCplu...

Page 48: ...llung und Anschl uss Epsilon 050 0020 0040 Sonderausstattung Kühlwasser Zulauf und Rückl auf Epsilon 48 m od_1490104818339_68 docx 492640 3 1 5 2 3 Special equipment water cooling system cooling water inlet and outlet The refrigeration circuits require a sufficient supply with cooling water The cooling water inlet connection see chapter 2 1 1 Functional and operating elements must be connected to ...

Page 49: ... be switched off via the overpressure switch The error will be indicated by the control system of the freeze dryer Please contact our specialists if the cooling water temperature is higher than 20 C Pos 143 010 Universalmodul e Leerzeile 0 mod_1202116244500_0 docx 114 1 Pos 144 200 Christ 361 GT BA Labor Pil ot PROJEKTE Epsilon 4er Epsilon 1 4_2 4 LSC plus Standar d 050 Aufstellung und Anschl uss ...

Page 50: ...is higher than the value that is stated on the label the pump must be supplied separately via an on site power socket 1 Label indicating the maximum current Fig 13 Indication of the maximum current for the vacuum pump example The oil mist that escapes when the pump is in operation must be retained or carried off by way of an exhaust filter oil mist separator We strongly recommend using an exhaust ...

Page 51: ...ances into the 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 T...

Page 52: ...mmissioning the freeze dryer Switch the freeze dryer off Clean the vacuum connector of the freeze dryer with a cloth Fasten the silencer to the vacuum connector by way of the supplied centring ring and clamping ring Pos 147 010 Universalmodul e Leerzeile 0 mod_1202116244500_0 docx 114 1 Pos 148 200 Christ 361 GT BA Labor Pil ot PROJEKTE Epsilon 4er Epsilon 1 4_2 4 LSC plus Standar d 050 Aufstellun...

Page 53: ...e g Pfeiffer CMR 363 and pressure sensors e g Jumo dTrans p30 NOTE If only capacitive sensors are used comparative pressure measurement is not possible Installation of the vacuum sensor In order to protect the vacuum sensor against transport damage it comes supplied in its original packaging Prior to commissioning the freeze dryer the sensor must be installed Switch the unit off by actuating the m...

Page 54: ...anifold Fig 16 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 aera...

Page 55: ..._1202116244500_0 docx 114 1 Pos 159 200 Christ 360 GT BA Labor Pil ot STAND ARDMODULE 060 Betrieb 060 0020 Installation von Zubehörkomponenten 25 m od_1404983761840_68 docx 183607 2 1 6 2 Installation of accessories The accessories must be completed in accordance with the drying method that is applied as well as in accordance with the scope of supply Pos 160 010 Universalmodul e Leerzeile 0 mod_12...

Page 56: ...ock the door by turning the door handle After the drying chamber has been loaded the loading door is closed and pressed tightly against the flange of the drying chamber with the aid of the locking handle The locking handle is now in a perpendicular position with regard to the door edge see figure below When a vacuum builds up inside the drying chamber during the drying process the loading door wil...

Page 57: ...8 1 2 1 Lamination of the loading door with a special film Special equipment Solvent Shield film for loading doors made of acrylic glass The acrylic glass door of the freeze dryer can additionally be equipped with a special transparent and chemical resistant film that protects the interior side of the acrylic glass door against aggressive chemicals As a result solvents such as acetonitrile or alco...

Page 58: ...es The clear user interface enables the intuitive operation of the unit Fig 19 Start screen of the LSCplus control unit example Pos 169 010 Universalmodul e Leerzeile 0 mod_1202116244500_0 docx 114 1 Pos 170 200 Christ 360 GT BA Labor Pil ot STAND ARDMODULE 060 Betrieb LSC plus 060 0050 0010 Bedienoberfläche 72 mod_1593154318459_68 docx 766531 3 1 6 6 1 User interface The system is operated via a ...

Page 59: ...users can find all of the relevant information concerning the control system at a glance In the event of enquiries at the factory these data facilitate the assignment and expediting of the processing of the enquiries Pos 171 010 Universalmodul e Leerzeile 0 mod_1202116244500_0 docx 114 1 Pos 172 010 Universalmodul e Leerzeile 0 mod_1202116244500_0 docx 114 1 Pos 173 200 Christ 360 GT BA Labor Pil ...

Page 60: ...torage device connected Process recording on a USB storage device active Network available but no network drive connected Network drive connected e g LPCplus LyoLogplus Network drive connected and process recording active Set process values 2 In the manual mode the set values for the individual phases of the freeze drying process must be entered prior to the start of the process Value ranges have ...

Page 61: ...way it is possible to configure a personalised overview of the actual values Dialog box Tools 5 This dialog box is used to call up various aids and resources Vapour pressure curve above ice A diagram shows the relationship between the pressure and sample temperature for aqueous systems The pressure and temperature values can be changed by pressing the buttons or by moving the arrows see figure bel...

Page 62: ...now run in the background Fig 24 Dialog box USB process recording Option Pressure increase test only with the double chamber method The pressure increase test can only be performed when the freeze dryer is equipped with an intermediate valve The performance is possible in the manual mode as well as in the program mode Additionally the pressure increase test can be automatically performed as part o...

Page 63: ...th a LyoBalance weighing system see chapter 6 7 Optional extensions and special equipment then the corresponding parameters must be configured in this dialog box NOTE Please refer to the separate operating instructions of the weighing system Dialog box Schematic system diagram 6 Pressing the button Schematic system diagram displays a schematic diagram of the system on the left hand side of the scr...

Page 64: ...essages Orange process messages Yellow general messages The representation of the message provides information on 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 message has been acknowledged Fig 27 Representation of an error message The advantage of this system is that malfunctions...

Page 65: ...cerning the error message Cause of the message Effects of the message Measures to eliminate the error Reference designator Error counter indicates how often this error has occurred and the time stamp of the last error message Use the arrow keys to call up the individual windows NOTE The error message text is always followed by an error code Always indicate the error code in the event of enquiries ...

Page 66: ...he freeze drying process Freezing Warm up Main drying and Final drying and the operating mode Defrosting the button Standard unit test is also available This button opens a selection of various tests with fixed parameters After consultation with the manufacturer these tests can be performed in order to check the functionality and processes of the freeze dryer NOTE Some of the available tests are a...

Page 67: ...performing a test ensure that the chamber is dry and unloaded Procedure In the main window Manual select the button Operating mode select start Standard unit test 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 If the freeze dryer...

Page 68: ... temperature must be reached It is not until the conditions are fulfilled that the pressure control valve closes Then the actual leakage test is performed in a second step The result will be indicated by way of a dialog box If the freeze dryer is equipped with the LPCplus SCADA software the results will be documented in the event list Evaluation The leakage rate that is calculated after the test p...

Page 69: ... test 50 C is a freeze drying program for verifying the ice condenser capacity when the shelves are cooled to 50 C in the Freezing phase For this purpose the shelves must be loaded Procedure Load the shelves evenly with water in dishes for the test The water quantity must be 2 3 of the maximum ice condenser capacity that is specified for the freeze dryer In the main window Manual select the button...

Page 70: ...rompt opens Following the confirmation of this enquiry the freeze dryer will be switched to standby Evaluation Please contact the Christ support team for the evaluation of the test run Shelf mapping test 6 The shelf mapping test is a freeze drying program for bringing the shelves to a temperature of 20 C 40 C and 40 C for a specific period of time in order to be able to determine the temperature d...

Page 71: ...en be stopped Evaluation Please contact the Christ support team for the evaluation of the test run Pos 176 010 Universalmodul e Leerzeile 0 mod_1202116244500_0 docx 114 1 Pos 177 010 Universalmodul e Leerzeile 0 mod_1202116244500_0 docx 114 1 Pos 178 200 Christ 360 GT BA Labor Pil ot STAND ARDMODULE 060 Betrieb LSC plus 060 0050 0010 0010c Hauptfenster Manuell Labor Epsilon Teil 3 72 m od_15931543...

Page 72: ...Mplus programmer module 1 Program list 2 Button New program 3 Buttons Load Fig 33 Overview of the main window Program Program list 1 After the selection of the main window Program an overview of the programs that have already been saved will be displayed Pressing the button Load 3 behind the program name calls up the program data Programs can be loaded edited copied or deleted see chapter 6 6 3 Fr...

Page 73: ... 1 3 Main window Options The main window Options is used to perform fundamental basic settings of the control system in order to adapt it perfectly to the respective area of application of the freeze dryer General General options 1 Language 2 Scale unit 3 Special equipment Preselection of aeration medium 4 Special equipment Gas injection 5 Special equipment Inertisation Fig 34 Overview of the main...

Page 74: ...1 Creating a program If the freeze dryer is equipped with an automatic aeration valve and automatic valves for media selection this dialog box can be used to preselect the medium that is to be used for all of the aeration medium requests in the manual mode as of the start of the main drying phase and during the Aeration section The phases Freezing and Warm up in the manual mode and the operating m...

Page 75: ...d that is to be used Fig 38 Dialog box Gas injection The following methods are possible Button Off The gas injection is deactivated Vacuum control is ensured solely by opening and closing the pressure control valve in the suction line of the vacuum pump Button Standard Vacuum control is ensured by combined evacuation and gas injection The gas injection solenoid valve that is installed in series wi...

Page 76: ...sses in the following operating modes Manual Program Defrosting Media drain All other operating modes can be started without successfully completing the inerting sequence The following parameters can be set The inertisation time determines the effective inertisation duration with open inlet and outlet valves and can be set in a range of 1 9999 seconds The parameter Delay on determines the duration...

Page 77: ...In order to prevent unauthorised access to the Inertisation dialog box we recommend protecting the access to the control system by way of a password see chapter 6 6 1 3 Main window Options section Administration Access protection 4 Administration Administration options 1 Date Time 2 Network 3 System properties 4 Access protection 5 Device options 6 Configuration of sensors 7 WTMplus configuration ...

Page 78: ... effective until after a restart of the unit Fig 42 Dialog box Network System properties 3 This dialog box is used to change various system settings Fig 43 Dialog box System properties Beeper The beeper sounds in the event of a malfunction for example If the setting is On the beeper sounds every few seconds until the user acknowledges the message If the setting is Silent the beeper sounds once whe...

Page 79: ...ng the button again deactivates the function button controlled Access protection 4 In this dialog box the access rights can be managed on several levels and they can be protected with a password In the factory setting with an activated access protection data can be viewed but not edited Fig 44 Dialog box Access protection NOTE The other buttons cannot be activated unless the access protection is a...

Page 80: ...evels are detailed in the following table Action Operator Maintenance Administrator Editing of the data of the current process run e g selection of the operating mode changing of set values Editing of maintenance functions e g oil change of the vacuum pump Editing of the default settings e g editing of the access protection creating and editing of programs editing of system settings Device options...

Page 81: ...equipment version of the unit If the configuration is incorrect the correct operation of the unit cannot be guaranteed This dialog box is used for the configuration of the existing sensors Fig 48 Dialog box Configuration of sensors example Vacuum sensors see the illustration above item A For the vacuum as well as pressure there are two different measuring methods and for each of these methods diff...

Page 82: ...programmer module section Conditions for switching to the next section If the freeze dryer is equipped with a wireless WTMplus temperature measurement system it is also possible to select a different wired product temperature sensor or a WTMplus sensor Select the button of the product temperature sensor A drop down menu showing the available sensors opens Select the sensor that you would like to u...

Page 83: ...ed only via the LPCplus user interface This dialog box shows all of the existing WTMplus sensors Every sensor is assigned to a measuring channel based on its serial number Next to the Number of the measuring channel and the serial number of the sensor the associated temperature and a signal quality index SQI are displayed A bar in the fields indicates the signal quality Green good signal quality Y...

Page 84: ...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 reference designator is also displayed These data are provided for the purpose of information only They cannot be edited Fig 52 Dialog box Operating hours here refrigeration unit 1 1 Failure memory 2 Equipment information system These messages can be viewed in ...

Page 85: ...mp oil change 3 NOTE This option only applies to oil sealed vacuum pumps 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 change interval is reached a corresponding message will be displayed Acknowledge the message Change the oil of the vacuum pump Reset the operating hour counter in the dialo...

Page 86: ...ssage Make an appointment for the maintenance of your freeze dryer After the maintenance our service engineer will reset the operating hour counter in the dialog box Maintenance Fig 55 Dialog box Maintenance Sensor adjustment 5 In this dialog box the sensors are adjusted in terms of a predefined reference value CAUTION Misadjusted sensors will lead to incorrect measurement values which in turn wil...

Page 87: ...02116244500_0 docx 114 1 Pos 187 200 Christ 360 GT BA Labor Pil ot STAND ARDMODULE 060 Betrieb LSC plus 060 0050 0021 Gefri ertrocknung m anuell Epsil on 72 m od_1593154333005_68 docx 766813 3 1 6 6 2 Manual freeze drying In the manual mode the user switches manually from one freeze drying phase to the next The manual mode is activated by calling up the main window Manual The set values for the in...

Page 88: ... automatically After the completion of the final drying phase the system displays another enquiry with which the freeze drying process will be terminated The unit remains in the run mode until the enquiry is confirmed The process can be stopped any time by pressing the Stop button In this case the unit will be switched to standby Pos 188 010 Universalmodul e Leerzeile 0 mod_1202116244500_0 docx 11...

Page 89: ...ze dryer is equipped with an automatic aeration valve this button is used to define the aeration pressure Defrosting 2 This button is used to pre define the defrosting time and temperature not for hot water defrosting In addition this button is used to define whether the operating mode media drain see below will be started automatically after the defrosting process Media drain 3 If the freeze drye...

Page 90: ...log box is closed by the button return the changes will be discarded Pos 191 010 Universalmodul e Leerzeile 0 mod_1202116244500_0 docx 114 1 Pos 192 200 Christ 360 GT BA Labor Pil ot STAND ARDMODULE 060 Betrieb LSC plus 060 0050 0031 Gefrier trocknung mit Pr ogrammgeber PGM plus Epsilon 72 mod_1593154336576_68 docx 766889 3 1 6 6 3 Freeze drying with the PGMplus programmer module Unlike in the man...

Page 91: ...amps for the temperature and vacuum These ramps start with the set value of the previous section and end with the set value of the current section As a result there is not abrupt change of the set value from section to section but a steady adaptation Fig 61 Graphical representation of the course of the control set value In order to protect the product a safety pressure value can be entered in ever...

Page 92: ...erature from the set value By default the wired product temperature sensor 1 is used If the freeze dryer is equipped with the wireless WTMplus temperature measurement system it is also possible to select a different wired product temperature sensor or a WTMplus sensor see chapter 6 6 1 3 Main window Options section Administration Sensor configuration During the freezing phase the product temperatu...

Page 93: ...ecution of the various sections the PGMplus programmer module also controls other tasks that need to be performed during the process run e g the automatic activation of the vacuum pump If the pressure control valve is closed the PGMplus programmer module shifts the warm up phase of the vacuum pump to the freezing phase so that it is before the first drying section Since the pressure control valve ...

Page 94: ...m 1 This button is used to call up a blank program template Only section 1 is pre defined as the loading section In this phase the start conditions of the programs are defined The room temperature 20 C is the standard default NOTE If the product is frozen outside the freeze dryer double chamber method the shelf temperature must be adapted accordingly in section 1 For all the other sections the set...

Page 95: ...ng on the type of freeze dryer see the sections below Proceed in this manner in order to create an entire program according to your specific needs Pressing the button Diagram 3 displays the program in the form of a diagram Pressing the button Program name 2 calls up an input field in which the name of the program can be changed The button Save 7 can be used in between or at the end of the program ...

Page 96: ...the manual mode repeated pressing of the button in the program mode enables the selection of different variants Periodic pressure increase test The test will be performed periodically during the entire main or final drying phase The parameters Duration test and Time between tests apply The maximum pressure increase is limited to 100 referring to the actual value at the beginning of the measurement...

Page 97: ...The maximum pressure increase is limited to 100 referring to the actual value at the beginning of the measurement If the actual value exceeds the set value before the preselected time has elapsed the test will be aborted in order to prevent the product from thawing If during both tests the values of the pressure increase test are not greater than the preset Pressure increase parameter the drying p...

Page 98: ...ated or deactivated by pressing the button in the dialog box Progress condition If the difference between the readings of the Pirani and the capacitive vacuum sensor at the end of the last main drying section is below the limit p Comparative the drying process will be considered complete at the current shelf temperature and chamber vacuum Thus the progress condition for switching to the next secti...

Page 99: ...iant 2 Set value Aeration 3 Set value Aeration after stoppering 4 Set value Stoppering 5 Set value Storage Fig 68 Dialog box Aeration stoppering storage Repeated pressing of this button enables the user to choose between the following variants Deactivated Aeration up to the Aeration value and subsequent storage Stoppering at drying vacuum followed by aeration up to atmospheric pressure with subseq...

Page 100: ...aintained over the specific Stoppering time see the illustration above item 4 The subsequent final aeration is performed in two steps In the first step the system is aerated up to the partial vacuum that is stated under Aeration after stoppering see the illustration above item 3 Then the shelves are moved apart into the drying position In the second step the system is aerated up to atmospheric pre...

Page 101: ...up to stoppering backfilling as well as for the final aeration up to atmospheric pressure The following media preselection settings are possible Air Preselects the media connection Air Inert gas Preselects the media connection Inert Gas Automatic Automatic media connection preselection depending on the chamber pressure and stoppering status of the product vials Chamber pressure 950 mbar or product...

Page 102: ...emplate will be displayed Similar to a blank program sections can be added or deleted and the set values can be adapted accordingly Pos 195 010 Universalmodul e Leerzeile 0 mod_1202116244500_0 docx 114 1 Pos 196 200 Christ 360 GT BA Labor Pil ot STAND ARDMODULE 060 Betrieb LSC plus 060 0050 0033 0020 Programm bear beiten 72 mod_1593154340022_68 docx 766946 4 1 6 6 3 2 Editing a program An existing...

Page 103: ...button The program will be automatically assigned to the first free program storage location Pos 199 010 Universalmodul e Leerzeile 0 mod_1202116244500_0 docx 114 1 Pos 200 200 Christ 360 GT BA Labor Pil ot STAND ARDMODULE 060 Betrieb LSC plus 060 0050 0033 0040 Programm laden 72 mod_1593154341230_68 docx 766984 4 1 6 6 3 4 Loading a program If a freeze drying process is to be executed and control...

Page 104: ...ton must be pressed in order to continue with the program Pos 201 010 Universalmodul e Leerzeile 0 mod_1202116244500_0 docx 114 1 Pos 202 010 Universalmodul e Leerzeile 0 mod_1202116244500_0 docx 114 1 Pos 203 200 Christ 360 GT BA Labor Pil ot STAND ARDMODULE 060 Betrieb LSC plus 060 0050 0033 0050 Programm löschen 72 m od_1593154342016_68 docx 767003 4 1 6 6 3 5 Deleting a program The PGMplus pro...

Page 105: ...r less distinct pressure increase that is measured in the product chamber The pressure increase test is used as a criterion for the automatic switching from the main drying phase to the final drying phase as well as for identifying the end of the process Gas injection with a proportional valve see also chapter 6 6 1 3 Main window Options section General If the freeze dryer is equipped with a propo...

Page 106: ...quipped with an automatic aeration valve and automatic valves for media selection a special medium can be preselected that is to be used for all of the aeration medium requests as of the start of the main drying phase LyoBalance weighing system see also chapter 6 6 1 1 Main window Manual dialog box Tools The LyoBalance weighing system enables the user to determine the weight loss of a product duri...

Page 107: ...lus 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 LPCplus SCADA system The Christ LPCplus system consists of the Supervisory Control An...

Page 108: ...power supply fuse Plug 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 pas...

Page 109: ...ion 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 contact the Christ service department Pos 214 010 Universalmodul e Leerzeile 0 mod_1202116244500_0 docx 114 1 Pos 215 010 Universalmodul e Leerzeile 0 mod_1202116244500_0 docx 114 1 Pos ...

Page 110: ...LE 070 Störungen und 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 th...

Page 111: ...lve 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 225 010 Universalmodul e Leerzeile 0 mod_1202116244500_0 docx 114 1 Pos 226 200 Christ 360 GT BA Labor Pil ot STAND ARDMODULE 070 Störungen und Fehl ersuche 070 0010 0020 0030 Gummiventile 25 mod_1404984064588_68 docx 184223 4 1 7 1 2 4 Rubber valve...

Page 112: ...e against overpressure in the refrigeration system and with a thermal motor protection switch The protective devices trip when the ambient temperature is too high when the air circulation of the heat exchanger of the refrigeration system is insufficient when the refrigeration system is overloaded In these cases the refrigeration unit will be switched off automatically If the permissible operating ...

Page 113: ...ies malfunctions 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 33 33 E mail support epsilon 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 stat...

Page 114: ...ryer 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 Do not turn the unit upside down in order to clean it Pos 239 010 Universalmodul e Leerzeile 0 mod_1202116244500_0 docx 114 1 Pos 240 01...

Page 115: ...mination measures prior to commencing the maintenance Wear suitable protective clothes and gloves Switch the freeze dryer off by actuating the mains power switch and disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet before cleaning If the freeze dryer has been contaminated with toxic radioactive or pathogenic substances clean the inside immediately with a suitable decontamination agent depending on t...

Page 116: ...TE In the case of acrylic glass doors with a Radiation Shield film visible light reflexions are possible This is not a defect but rather the natural consequence of the high performance film To prevent the film from being damaged compliance with the following points is mandatory for cleaning In case of a contamination with toxic radioactive or pathogenic substances clean immediately with a suitable...

Page 117: ...e pad part no 177270 3 Torx screws Fig 77 Door latch and slide pad Replacing the slide pad Unscrew the two screws of the slide pad with a Torx TX10 screwdriver remove the old slide pad and install the new one Pos 249 010 Universalmodul e Leerzeile 0 mod_1202116244500_0 docx 114 1 Pos 250 200 Christ 361 GT BA Labor Pil ot PROJEKTE Epsilon 4er Epsilon 1 4_2 4 LSC plus Standar d 080 W artung und Inst...

Page 118: ...and thereby impairs the performance and power of the refrigeration unit Strong soiling may cause the unit to fail This is why the selected set up location should be as clean as possible Check the heat exchanger at least once per month for soiling and clean it if necessary Please contact the Christ service department if you have any queries see chapter 7 3 Service contact Pos 253 010 Universalmodul...

Page 119: ...isoning infection 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 vacuum pump oil which may contain harmful substances originating from the product In addition synthetic oils can release toxic fumes when they are ignited or heated above 300 C The inhalation of the fums that ...

Page 120: ...hen touching the surfaces Prior to performing any maintenance work on the vacuum pump let the components cool Wear suitable protective clothes and gloves WARNING Danger of poisoning infection due to contaminated exhaust air The exhaust air may contain harmful substances originating from the product Contact with particles in the exhaust air especially by inhalation may result in severe damage to he...

Page 121: ...stem WARNING Risk of cold burns or frostbite caused by the refrigerant When work is performed on the refrigeration system of the freeze dryer refrigerant may escape in the liquid or gas state and under high pressure In the case of skin contact with liquid refrigerant cold burns or frostbite may result Only qualified persons are authorised to perform work on the refrigeration system of the freeze d...

Page 122: ... 080 W artung und Instandhaltung 080 0010 0130 Zubehör 25 m od_1404984106693_68 docx 184447 3 1 8 1 10 Accessories CAUTION For the care of the accessories special safety measures must be considered as these are measures that will ensure operational safety at the same time Chemical reactions as well as stress corrosion combination of oscillating pressure and chemical reaction can affect or destroy ...

Page 123: ...fectious and pathogenic substances are used the freeze dryer and accessories must be disinfected Use commercially available disinfectants such as for example Incidur Meliseptol Sagrotan Buraton or Terralin available at specialised trade The freeze dryers and the accessories consist of various materials A possible incompatibility must be considered Before using cleaning or decontamination agents th...

Page 124: ...mp oil condition colour contamination X X X oil change Oil mist filter emission of oil mist X X X Oil mist filter oil level X cleaning Final vacuum of instrument X Residue Particles inside oil casing x Oil leakages at pump x x gasket after 10 years Vacuum leakage test X Ice formation X Heat exchanger air cooled machine X X cleaning Noise emission above average X Soleniod valves X Ice condenser tem...

Page 125: ...d the protection of the environment must be ensured Perform the prescribed regular tests and checks of the various com ponents of the freeze dryer e g electrical equipment safety devices refrigeration systems in accordance with the specifications System Component Detail Part Inspection Periodical Maintenance Repair Rebuild Before start Per working day Inspection Replacement Operation Calibration S...

Page 126: ...rainer X Inspection and cleaning annually Pump Gas ballast control X Inspection and cleaning annually Pump External fan cover X Cleaning annually Pump Tip Seals 9 000 operating hours Pump Condition of motor drive X X Inspection after every 15 000 operating hours Pump Bearings 35 000 operating hours Silencer Filter element 9 000 Betriebs std Exchange of the filter element Final vacuum X Vacuum leak...

Page 127: ... the hoses X Replace hose lines even if no safety relevant defects can be noticed Hydraulic system cylinder travel speed X Instrumentation Vacuum sensor s X Calibration Temperature sensors at freeze dryer X Calibration Pressure sensors chamber X Calibration Product temperature sensors X X Calibration replacement of connectors Level switch es X Pilot valves Solenoid valves X X Electrical installati...

Page 128: ...agen GmbH An der Unteren Söse 50 37520 Osterode Germany Tel 49 0 55 22 50 07 33 33 E mail support epsilon 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 freeze dryer and its serial number Pos 273 010 Universalmodul e Leerzeile 0 m...

Page 129: ...ocessing of the return If several parts are returned together in one packaging please enclose a separate problem description for every defective part A detailed problem description is necessary in order to perform the repair quickly and economically Upon request we will prepare and submit to you a cost estimate prior to performing the repair Please confirm such cost estimate within 14 days If the ...

Page 130: ...in Christ Gefriertrocknungsanlagen 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 280 010 Universalmodul e Leerzeile 0 mod_1202116244500_0 docx 114 1 Pos 281 200 Christ 360 GT BA Labor Pil ot STAND ARDMODULE 090 Entsorgung 090 0020 Entsorgung der Verpackung 25 mod_1404984143017_68 docx...

Page 131: ...helves with sealing device without sealing device Shelf temperature 1 270 mm x 400 mm 0 108 m2 140 mm 172 mm approx 45 C to 60 C 1 270 mm x 400 mm 0 108 m2 140 mm 172 mm approx 70 C to 60 C Connection requirements Epsilon 1 4 LSCplus Epsilon 2 4 LSCplus Electrical connection 1 x 230 V 50 Hz other supply data on request 1 x 230 V 50 Hz other supply data on request Protection class I I IP Code accor...

Page 132: ... ISO 28403 DIN 2861 Small flange connection DN25KF ISO 28403 DIN 2861 Mains input CEE 7 4 plug type F CEE 7 4 plug type F Data interface LAN RJ 45 RJ 45 Special equipment water cooling system Epsilon 1 4 LSCplus Epsilon 2 4 LSCplus Part number 112993 112994 Water feed flow temperature 15 C to 20 C 15 C to 20 C Water return flow temperature 25 C max 25 C max Water temperature difference 10K max wit...

Page 133: ...p to 2 000 m Ambient temperature between 5 C and 25 C Maximum relative humidity of 80 Mains voltage fluctuations of up to 10 of the rated voltage Pos 288 010 Universalmodul e Leerzeile 0 mod_1202116244500_0 docx 114 1 Pos 289 200 Christ 360 GT BA Labor Pil ot STAND ARDMODULE 100 Technische D aten 100 0020 Technische Dokum entation 25 m od_1404984156884_68 docx 184587 2 1 10 2 Technical documentati...

Page 134: ...ec sec tion current of time tion tion previous of value set tion current of value set gradient C sec gradient time section elapsed tion previous of value set value set control Example Section Set values Section time h min Temperature C Preceding 30 Current 1 00 60 C min 0 5 min 60 30 min 60 30 60 C C C gradient After an elapsed section time of 30 minutes for example the control set value for the t...

Page 135: ...8 Translation of the original operating manual Pos 295 200 Christ 361 GT BA Labor Pil ot PROJEKTE Epsilon 4er Epsilon 1 4_2 4 LSC plus Standar d 110 Anhang 0110 0030 C E Erklär ung M aschR L 1 4_2 4 LSC plus 25 m od_1404984777923_68 docx 186153 2 1 11 2 EC declaration of conformity in accordance with the EC Machinery Directive ...

Page 136: ...4 LSCplus Freeze dryer Epsilon 2 4 LSCplus 11 Appendix 136 148 Version 04 2014 Rev 2 13 of 01 12 2021 sb Translation of the original operating manual Pos 296 010 Universalmodul e Seitenwechsel 0 mod_1202116244312_0 docx 105 1 ...

Page 137: ...of 01 12 2021 sb 137 148 Translation of the original operating manual Pos 297 200 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 138: ...4 LSCplus Freeze dryer Epsilon 2 4 LSCplus 11 Appendix 138 148 Version 04 2014 Rev 2 13 of 01 12 2021 sb Translation of the original operating manual Pos 298 010 Universalmodul e Seitenwechsel 0 mod_1202116244312_0 docx 105 1 ...

Page 139: ...4 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 0 0030 11 13 12 16 1 5...

Page 140: ...4 LSCplus Freeze dryer Epsilon 2 4 LSCplus 11 Appendix 140 148 Version 04 2014 Rev 2 13 of 01 12 2021 sb Translation of the original operating manual Pos 301 010 Universalmodul e Seitenwechsel 0 mod_1202116244312_0 docx 105 1 ...

Page 141: ...rom the main drying phase to the final drying phase as well as for identifying the end of the process Desorption Desorption from Latin de sorbere sorbere sup up suck in describes a phenomenon whereby molecules 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 Double...

Page 142: ...signation system is required for the planning design realisation maintenance and disassembly stages in order to be able at all times to identify every single component within the system in an unambiguous manner The reference designators are affixed to the components and entered into the technical documentation e g circuit diagrams Safety pressure Since the vacuum has a dominating influence on the ...

Page 143: ...perature 134 Calculation of the control set value for the vacuum 134 Capacity test 30 C 68 Capacity test 50 C 69 CE mark in compliance with the directive 2006 42 EC 24 Chamber cleaning and care 115 Changing of operating supplies 39 Chemical burns 38 Chemical reactions 122 Circuit diagram 133 Cleaning 39 Cleaning agents 114 123 Cleaning the accessories 114 Cleaning the freeze dryer 114 Click on tou...

Page 144: ... Disinfection of the drying chamber and accessories 123 Displayed vacuum value is not correct 109 Disposal of the freeze dryer 130 Disposal of the packaging 130 Door contact switch for door controlled intertisation 37 Door controlled intertisation 37 Double chamber method 141 E Earth conductor check 37 EC declaration of conformity Machinery Directive 13 135 EC declaration of conformity Pressure Eq...

Page 145: ...rogen 32 Hazards products harmful 32 115 Hazards refrigeration system 31 121 Hazards set up 30 46 Hazards solvents 32 Hazards surfaces cold 36 Hazards surfaces hot 36 115 119 120 Hazards transport 29 43 44 Hazards vacuum pump exhaust gases 34 49 Hazards vacuum pump oil 35 119 Health and safety rules and regulations and regulations for the prevention of accidents 26 Heat dissipated by cooling water...

Page 146: ...Mode of operation 19 N Name plate 18 Network 78 Network drive 60 New program 72 Nitrogen hazards 32 No indication on the display 108 Noise level 131 Nominal current 131 Nominal power 131 Nominal voltage 18 Notes on safety and hazards 9 O Oil mist separator 50 Operating elements 14 Operating hours 84 Operating mode select start 66 Operating personnel 26 28 Operating status 60 Operating voltage 47 O...

Page 147: ...y distance 46 Safety instructions 9 12 Safety notes concerning set up and connection 29 Safety notes concerning the initial start up 29 Safety notes concerning the operation 31 Safety notes concerning the transport 29 Safety pressure 142 Safety conscious work 26 Schematic system diagram 63 Scope of supply 13 Sensor adjustment 86 Serial number 18 87 113 128 Service 128 Service contact 113 Service l...

Page 148: ... safety devices 45 Transport to commissioning hazards general 29 Type 18 131 U Unit of measurement 74 Unit test of pilot and production systems 66 Unpacking the freeze dryer 43 USB process recording 62 106 User interface 58 UV radiation 47 114 V Vacuum 92 Vacuum connection 132 Vacuum pump 50 51 Vacuum pump connection 131 Vacuum pump exhaust gases 51 Vacuum pump exhaust gases hazards 34 49 Vacuum p...

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