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Freeze-dryer Alpha 1-4 LDplus 

Freeze-dryer Alpha 2-4 LDplus 

4 Storage and transport 

 

 

 

Version 11/2006, Rev. 2.2 of 17/10/2016 

• sb 

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Translation of the original operating manual 

 

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4 

Storage and transport 

 

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4.1 

Dimensions and weight 

Values for the freeze-dryer without a vacuum pump: 

 

 

Alpha 1-4 LDplus 

Alpha 2-4 LDplus 

Height: 

415 mm 

415 mm 

Width: 

390 mm 

390 mm 

Depth: 

520 mm + 80 mm vacuum connection 

520 mm + 80 mm vacuum connection 

Weight:  approx. 42 kg 

approx. 55 kg 

 

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4.2 

Storage conditions 

In order to ensure the protection against mechanical and climatic 
influences, the guidelines of the German Federal Association for Wooden 
Packages, Pallets, and Export Packaging (Bundesverband Holzpackmittel, 
Paletten, Exportverpackung e.V.), the so-called HPE packaging guidelines, 
must be applied when packing and storing the freeze-dryer. 

 

The storage must be: 
•  dust-free 
•  dry 
•  free from excessive temperature fluctuations 
•  free from a mechanical load. 

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Summary of Contents for ALPHA 1-2 LDplus

Page 1: ...ting manual sb Freeze dryer Rev 2 2 of 17 10 2016 Alpha 1 4 LDplus Freeze dryer Alpha 2 4 LDplus Version 11 2006 Alpha 1 4 LDplus Part no 101541 Alpha 2 4 LDplus Part no 101542 Freeze dryer Operating Manual Please retain for later use ...

Page 2: ...Freeze dryer Alpha 1 4 LDplus Freeze dryer Alpha 2 4 LDplus 2 102 Version 11 2006 Rev 2 2 of 17 10 2016 sb Translation of the original operating manual ...

Page 3: ...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 Alpha 1 4 LDplus Freeze dryer Alpha 2 4 LDplus 4 102 Version 11 2006 Rev 2 2 of 17 10 2016 sb Translation of the original operating manual ...

Page 5: ... 14 2 2 1 General information on freeze drying 14 2 2 2 Freeze drying process 17 2 2 2 1 Preparation 17 2 2 2 2 Freezing 17 2 2 2 3 Main drying 18 2 2 2 4 Final drying 19 2 2 2 5 End of drying and aeration 19 2 2 2 6 Defrosting 20 3 Safety 21 3 1 Marking of the unit 21 3 2 Explanation of the symbols and notes 22 3 3 Responsibility of the operator 23 3 4 Operating personnel 23 3 5 Informal safety i...

Page 6: ...peration 39 6 1 Initial start up 39 6 2 Installation of accessories 39 6 3 Preparation 39 6 4 Switching the freeze dryer on 39 6 5 LDplus control system 40 6 5 1 User interface 40 6 5 2 Mode 43 6 5 3 Main menu 45 6 5 3 1 Changing set values 45 6 5 3 2 Special functions 47 6 5 3 3 Process and equipment information 48 6 5 3 4 Options 49 6 5 3 5 Tutorial 51 6 6 Switching the freeze dryer OFF 52 7 Mal...

Page 7: ...oil mist separator 62 8 1 4 Vacuum sensor 62 8 1 5 Accessories 62 8 2 Disinfection of the drying chamber and accessories 63 8 3 Service 64 8 4 Return of defective parts 64 9 Disposal 66 9 1 Disposal of the freeze dryer 66 9 2 Disposal of the packaging 66 10 Technical data 67 10 1 Ambient conditions 69 10 2 Technical documentation 69 11 Appendix 70 11 1 Brief operating instructions 70 11 2 EC decla...

Page 8: ...Freeze dryer Alpha 1 4 LDplus Freeze dryer Alpha 2 4 LDplus Table of contents 8 102 Version 11 2006 Rev 2 2 of 17 10 2016 sb Translation of the original operating manual ...

Page 9: ..._1202116244500_0 docx 114 1 Pos 4 200 C hrist 360 GT BA Labor Pil ot STAND ARDMODU LE 010 Allgemeine Infor mationen 010 0020 Besti mmungsg emäße Ver wendung Labor 25 mod_1404983210350_68 docx 182949 2 1 1 2 Intended use CHRIST freeze dryers have been solely designed for the freeze drying of solid or liquid products in ampoules vials or dishes They are therefore solely intended for these applicatio...

Page 10: ...l law Pos 9 010 U ni versal modul e Leerzeil e 0 mod_1202116244500_0 docx 114 1 Pos 10 200 C hrist 360 GT BA Labor Pilot STANDARDM ODU LE 010 Allgemeine Infor mationen 010 0050 Zeichener klär ung 25 mod_1404983213429_68 docx 182991 2 1 1 5 Explanation of symbols In this operating manual specialist terms that are explained in the glossary see chapter 12 Glossary are marked by an arrow and printed i...

Page 11: ...ot STANDARDM ODU LE 020 Aufbau und Wir kungsweise 020 0010 Aufbau der Gefri ertrocknungsanl age 25 mod_1404983236941_68 docx 183033 2 1 2 1 Layout of the freeze dryer Pos 19 200 C hrist 361 GT BA Labor Pilot PR OJEKTE Al pha Alpha 1 4_2 4 LDpl us 020 Aufbau und Wir kungsweise 020 0010 0010 Funkti ons und Bedienel emente Alpha 1 4_2 4 LDpl us 35 mod_1430379173090_68 docx 258550 3 1 2 1 1 Functional...

Page 12: ... media drain valve Fig 3 Left side of the freeze dryer 8 Vacuum connection 9 Name plate see chapter 2 1 2 Name plate 10 Heat exchanger of the refrigeration unit 11 Electrical connection of the vacuum sensor 12 Power supply of the pressure control valve 13 Power supply of the vacuum pump 14 Mains fuse 15 Mains cable Fig 4 Rear view of the freeze dryer Pos 20 010 U ni versal module Seitenwechsel 0 m...

Page 13: ... us 020 Aufbau und Wir kungsweise 020 0010 0020 Typenschil d Alpha 1 4_2 4 LD plus 35 mod_1430379174381_68 docx 258565 3 1 2 1 2 Name plate 1 Serial number 2 Type 3 Refrigerant data of the 1 st stage 4 Nominal voltage 5 Year of manufacture month year 6 Part number 7 Refrigerant data of the 2 nd stage 8 Rated current apparent power Fig 5 Example of a name plate here Alpha 2 4 LDplus Pos 22 010 U ni...

Page 14: ...se sensitive substances are preserved The compounds remain unchanged from a qualitative and quantitative point of view After the addition of water the products will have the same characteristics as the original products How does freeze drying work Freeze drying is a very gentle procedure for the extraction of water from a product in the frozen state The drying process takes place through sublimati...

Page 15: ...limation 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 ice condenser is considerably lower than above the product As a result the water vapour that is released by the product streams to ...

Page 16: ...t basic principles optimum procedures and applications in the brochure Smart freeze drying which can be downloaded at www martinchrist de Applications Pos 25 010 U ni versal module Seitenwechsel 0 mod_1202116244312_0 docx 105 1 1 2 1 bar 20 C Vapour pressure curve V a p o u r p r e s s u r e c u r v e f o r i c e s u b l i m a t i o n p r e s s u r e c u r v e Triple point SOLID LIQUID GASEOUS Mel...

Page 17: ...l module Leerzeile 0 mod_1202116244500_0 docx 114 1 Pos 30 200 C hrist 360 GT BA Labor Pilot STANDARDM ODU LE 020 Aufbau und Wir kungsweise 020 0020 0020 0020 Gefrier en 25 mod_1404983257955_68 docx 183103 4 1 2 2 2 2 Freezing First the product that is to be dried is frozen This can be carried out either directly in the freeze dryer or in a separate deep freeze Especially in the case of small fill...

Page 18: ...onsiderably warmer direct contact heat in the case of unheated shelves by way of thermal radiation from the environment and in the case of temperature controlled shelves directly via the shelves As a result the sublimation process starts At the beginning of the drying process the maximum drying rate will be reached The more the sublimation area recedes into the product the further the produced wat...

Page 19: ...E 020 Aufbau und Wir kungsweise 020 0020 0020 0050 Trocknungsende und Bel üftung 25 mod_1404983261476_68 docx 183145 4 1 2 2 2 5 End of drying and aeration The end of the drying process is reached when both the product and shelf temperature are clearly in the positive range 15 to 20 C and if their difference is not greater than 5 K Another indication of the end of the drying process is the behavio...

Page 20: ...th water Ensure that no water gets into the pipe connection of the vacuum pump and the vacuum sensor behind the cover plate see figure 1 Cover plate Fig 11 Eis condenser chamber Drain the condensate through the media drain valve at the left side of the freeze dryer by attaching a hose on the nozzle included in the scope of supply and placing a vessel underneath In order to avoid damage the condens...

Page 21: ...2 1 3 1 Marking of 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 CE mark in compliance with the directive 2006 42 EC Protective earth ground Unplug the mains plug Earth ground China RoHS 2 mark only for China NOTE Safety ind...

Page 22: ...ce 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 symbols ...

Page 23: ... The operator is responsible for performing a risk assessment in terms of disasters e g fire in the working area and if necessary for taking constructional measures The operator is responsible to check the chemical compatibility of all substances to be used inside the freeze dryer product to be processed cleaning media etc with the material of the chamber walls shelves pipes and gaskets Substances...

Page 24: ...44500_0 docx 114 1 Pos 53 010 U ni versal module Leerzeile 0 mod_1202116244500_0 docx 114 1 Pos 54 200 C hrist 360 GT BA Labor Pilot STANDARDM ODU LE 030 Sicher heit 030 0010 Sicher heit Labor 030 0060 Sicher hei tshi nweise 25 mod_1404983302361_68 docx 183285 2 1 3 6 Safety instructions The following instructions must be observed prior to every drying process WARNING Ensure that the freeze dryer ...

Page 25: ...0 Sicher heit Labor 030 0060 0020 Mechanische Sicherheit 25 mod_1404983304593_68 docx 183313 3 1 3 6 2 Mechanical safety In order to ensure the safe operation of the freeze dryer please comply with the following points WARNING Do not use the freeze dryer if it was installed incorrectly Do not use the freeze dryer without panels Do not use the freeze dryer with accessories that shows signs of damag...

Page 26: ...A Labor Pilot STANDARDM ODU LE 030 Sicher heit 030 0010 Sicher heit Labor 030 0060 0050 Chemische und biol ogische Sicherheit 25 mod_1404983307949_68 docx 183355 3 1 3 6 5 Chemical and biological safety If infectious toxic pathogenic or radioactive substances are intended to be dried it is in the responsibility of the user to ensure that all necessary safety regulations guidelines precautions and ...

Page 27: ...the aid of a suitable measuring instrument Pos 70 010 U ni versal module Leerzeile 0 mod_1202116244500_0 docx 114 1 Pos 71 010 U ni versal module Leerzeile 0 mod_1202116244500_0 docx 114 1 Pos 72 200 C hrist 360 GT BA Labor Pilot STANDARDM ODU LE 030 Sicher heit 030 0010 Sicher heit Labor 030 0080 Verhalten bei Gefahren und U nfällen Alpha Gamma Epsilon 1 4_2 4 25 mod_1404983312451_68 docx 183411 ...

Page 28: ...rding to the 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 proble...

Page 29: ... 80 mm vacuum connection 520 mm 80 mm vacuum connection Weight approx 42 kg approx 55 kg Pos 79 010 U ni versal module Leerzeile 0 mod_1202116244500_0 docx 114 1 Pos 80 010 U ni versal module Leerzeile 0 mod_1202116244500_0 docx 114 1 Pos 81 200 C hrist 360 GT BA Labor Pilot STANDARDM ODU LE 040 Lagerung und Tr ansport 040 0020 Lagerbedingungen 25 mod_1404983714695_68 docx 183481 2 1 4 2 Storage c...

Page 30: ... Install all transport safety devices see chapter 4 5 Transport safety device 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 12 Lifting the freeze dryer C...

Page 31: ...ng the unit always reach under the freeze dryer from the side CAUTION The freeze dryer Alpha 1 4 LDplus weighs approx 42 kg The freeze dryer Alpha 2 4 LDplus weighs approx 55 kg Retain the packaging for any possible future transport of the freeze dryer Pos 86 010 U ni versal module Leerzeile 0 mod_1202116244500_0 docx 114 1 Pos 87 200 C hrist 361 GT BA Labor Pilot PR OJEKTE Al pha Alpha 1 4_2 4 LD...

Page 32: ...d 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 of 10 C to 25 C A potential night time setback of t...

Page 33: ...mod_1404983741015_68 docx 183551 3 1 5 2 2 Customer provided fuses Typically the freeze dryer must be protected with 16 Amp G fuses that are to be provided by the customer Pos 97 010 U ni versal module Leerzeile 0 mod_1202116244500_0 docx 114 1 Pos 98 010 U ni versal module Leerzeile 0 mod_1202116244500_0 docx 114 1 Pos 99 200 C hrist 361 GT BA Labor Pilot PR OJEKTE Al pha Alpha 1 4_2 4 LDpl us 05...

Page 34: ...port damage it comes supplied in its original packaging Prior to commissioning the freeze dryer the sensor must be installed 1 Vacuum sensor 2 Clamping rings 3 Connection socket Fig 14 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 c...

Page 35: ...nal operating manual Thyracont VCP63 MKS 722B Fig 15 Installed vacuum sensors of different manufacturers NOTE The vacuum sensor comes supplied in a calibrated state After the freeze dryer has been switched on the vacuum sensor needs several minutes until it is ready for operation Pos 102 010 Uni versalmodul e Seitenwechsel 0 mod_1202116244312_0 docx 105 1 ...

Page 36: ...ted It is absolutely essential to refer to the label of the electrical outlet for the vacuum pump see the following picture If the current requirement of the vacuum pump 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 16 Indication of the maximum current for the vacuum pump example The ...

Page 37: ...91910_68 docx 258898 2 1 5 6 Pressure control valve The pressure control valve is integrated in the suction pipe between the vacuum pump and ice condenser chamber During certain specified process phases it interrupts the volume flow to the vacuum pump see chapter 2 2 1 General information on freeze drying CAUTION Observe the installation direction of the pressure control valve 1 Pressure control v...

Page 38: ...E 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 the vacuum inside the...

Page 39: ...cordance with the scope of supply Please contact our sales department if you have any queries Pos 115 010 Uni versalmodul e Leerzeile 0 mod_1202116244500_0 docx 114 1 Pos 116 010 Uni versalmodul e Leerzeile 0 mod_1202116244500_0 docx 114 1 Pos 117 200 Christ 360 GT BA Labor Pil ot STAND ARDMODULE 060 Betrieb 060 0030 Vor ber eitung der Gefriertr ocknungsanlag e 25 mod_1404983762863_68 docx 183620 ...

Page 40: ..._68 docx 209549 3 1 6 5 1 User interface 1 Left function key 2 Right function key 3 Up key 4 Down key 5 Display Fig 21 User interface of the LDplus control system Function keys 1 2 Function keys are keys whose function depends on the menu and operating state of the unit The current function is displayed directly next to the key in the field with a black background Fig 22 Indication of the current ...

Page 41: ...nt value channels is controlled by way of the up and down keys see above 9 Measurement value channel 10 Set value only in the run mode 11 Unit of the measurement value 12 Actual value Fig 24 Value windows The available measurement values can be displayed in the left as well as in the right value window so that a combination of the following values can be selected Total time indicates the total run...

Page 42: ...ump is activated while the pressure control valve is closed If no pressure control valve is integrated the drying chamber must be separated from the vacuum pump by way of a manual valve or similar Main drying The drying chamber is evacuated while the ice condenser is cooled If a vacuum control system is included the vacuum is controlled based on the corresponding set value for the main drying phas...

Page 43: ...on key enter Fig 26 Selecting a mode Starting the freeze drying process The freeze drying process comprises four phases Freezing Warm up vacuum pump Main drying Final drying If main drying or final drying is selected the system enquires as to whether the vacuum pump shall warm up beforehand Changing the phase The freeze dryer is in the run mode In order to switch over to the next phase or to stop ...

Page 44: ...r is cooled The vacuum pump is activated while the pressure control valve is closed If no pressure control valve is integrated the drying chamber must be separated from the vacuum pump by way of a manual valve or similar After the preset warm up time the following information will be displayed Fig 29 Message at the end of the warm up phase Confirm the message and continue the process with the desi...

Page 45: ... 1 Menu bar 2 Menu title 3 Selection frame 4 Scroll bar 5 Function key exit menu 6 Function key open menu item Fig 30 Layout of the main menu Pos 129 010 Uni versalmodul e Leerzeile 0 mod_1202116244500_0 docx 114 1 Pos 130 200 Christ 360 GT BA Labor Pil ot STAND ARDMODULE 060 Betrieb LD pl us 060 0050 0030 0010 Soll werte ändern 31 mod_1408352502811_68 docx 209591 4 1 6 5 3 1 Changing set values S...

Page 46: ...e phases Main drying and Final drying NOTE The set values for the Final Drying phase are only available if the optional pressure control system is installed Timer The timer is used to define the duration of the phase Settings between one minute and 200 hours are possible If when starting at 00 00 h m the down key is pressed the symbol will appear It indicates that the timer is deactivated and that...

Page 47: ...corresponding message will be displayed Fig 35 Message if an option is not available Defrosting the ice condenser As standard the freeze dryer is equipped with a defrosting system The ice condenser chamber is supplied with heat that melts the ice off the ice condenser The freeze dryer must be in the standby mode and completely aerated NOTE During the defrosting process the chamber should not be co...

Page 48: ... 360 GT BA Labor Pil ot STAND ARDMODULE 060 Betrieb LD pl us 060 0050 0030 0030 Pr ozess und Anl agen Infor mati onen 31 mod_1408352503867_68 docx 209634 4 1 6 5 3 3 Process and equipment information The menu Process equipment info provides the user with information concerning error process and system messages In the event of a message a sound signal will be issued the symbol will appear on the st...

Page 49: ...ledged it will be removed from the process and equipment information window The menu cannot be exited by way of the left function key back until all of the information has been acknowledged Pos 135 010 Uni versalmodul e Leerzeile 0 mod_1202116244500_0 docx 114 1 Pos 136 200 Christ 360 GT BA Labor Pil ot STAND ARDMODULE 060 Betrieb LD pl us 060 0050 0030 0040 Opti onen 31 mod_1408352504170_68 docx ...

Page 50: ...um pump This item is used to adjust the duration of the warm up phase Values between 5 and 60 minutes are possible Automatic phase change If the Change phase automatically option is selected the system will automatically switch over to the next phase after a preset time see chapter 6 5 3 1 Changing set values Timer Click at button push If this setting is active a confirmatory sound signal will be ...

Page 51: ...forming this step Extended service menu The extended service menu is reserved for service technicians This area is protected by a password and is not accessible to the user Pos 137 010 Uni versalmodul e Leerzeile 0 mod_1202116244500_0 docx 114 1 Pos 138 200 Christ 360 GT BA Labor Pil ot STAND ARDMODULE 060 Betrieb LD pl us 060 0050 0030 0050 Tutori al 31 mod_1408435279586_68 docx 209690 4 1 6 5 3 ...

Page 52: ...ot STAND ARDMODULE 060 Betrieb 060 0070 Ausschalten nur Netzschalter 25 mod_1404983766690_68 docx 183677 2 1 6 6 Switching the freeze dryer OFF The freeze dryer must be in the standby status Switch the freeze dryer off by pressing the mains switch Pos 141 010 Uni versalmodul e Abschnittswechsel 0 mod_1202124514062_0 docx 418 1 Pos 142 010 Uni versalmodul e Seitenwechsel 0 mod_1202116244312_0 docx ...

Page 53: ...may become unusable Whether the batch can be saved or not depends on the drying phase in which the product was when the power failure occurred In the final drying phase the product has reached a residual moisture content of approx 5 Below this value the product is generally not damaged even if the power failure lasts for a longer period of time If the product is in the main drying phase we recomme...

Page 54: ...us 31 mod_1408438639112_68 docx 209718 4 1 7 1 2 2 Aeration and media drain valve A malfunction of the aeration and media drain valve may have several causes One potential source are contaminants such as product residues within the valve Switch the freeze dryer off and disconnect the mains plug Clean the valve see chapter 8 1 1 2 Aeration valve media drain valve Put the freeze dryer into operation...

Page 55: ...691_68 docx 184237 4 1 7 1 2 5 Vacuum sensor Vacuum sensors have a limited service life and can be ordered as spare parts e g VCP 63 order no 312011 Functional test Connect the vacuum sensor directly to the suction side connector of the vacuum pump If a final pressure of at least 0 011 mbar is reached with a vacuum pump that has reached its operating temperature the sensor and the vacuum pump are ...

Page 56: ...ot properly attached The ground in stopper is not inserted correctly or it is missing The vacuum pump is switched off or defective Clean the valve see chapter 8 1 1 2 Aeration valve media drain valve and replace it if necessary Loosen the connection Place the centring ring with the inner sealing ring in a centred manner between the flange connections and connect it with the clamping ring Ensure th...

Page 57: ...t Defective ice condenser temperature sensor The temperature sensor is not connected or it is defective Inform the service department see chapter 7 3 Service contact Defective temperature sensor of the defrosting heater The temperature sensor is not connected or it is defective Inform the service department see chapter 7 3 Service contact Mains power failure see chapter 7 1 1 Power failure The pow...

Page 58: ...nungsanlagen 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 freeze dryer and its serial number Pos 167 010 Uni versalmodul e Abschnit...

Page 59: ...xpose 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 170 010 Uni versalmodul e Leerzeile 0 mod_1202116244500_0 docx 114 1 Pos 171 010 Uni versalmodul e Leerzeile 0 mod_1202116244500_0 docx 114 1 Pos 172 200 Christ 360 GT BA Labor Pil ot STAND ARDMODULE 080 Wartung und Inst...

Page 60: ...ser chamber is free from water residues Open the media drain valve to drain off any liquid Then close the valve If necessary wipe the ice condenser chamber dry with a cloth Pos 176 010 Uni versalmodul e Seitenwechsel 0 mod_1202116244312_0 docx 105 1 Pos 177 200 Christ 360 GT BA Labor Pil ot STAND ARDMODULE 080 Wartung und Instandhaltung 080 0010 0050 Belüftungs und M edi enablaufventil LDpl us 31 ...

Page 61: ...r 7 3 Service contact Pos 180 010 Uni versalmodul e Leerzeile 0 mod_1202116244500_0 docx 114 1 Pos 181 200 Christ 360 GT BA Labor Pil ot STAND ARDMODULE 080 Wartung und Instandhaltung 080 0010 0080 Vakuumpumpe Labor 25 mod_1404984103428_68 docx 184405 3 1 8 1 2 Vacuum pump NOTE Please refer to the separate operating manual of the vacuum pump The stress of the vacuum pump in conjunction with a free...

Page 62: ...e 0 mod_1202116244500_0 docx 114 1 Pos 185 200 Christ 360 GT BA Labor Pil ot STAND ARDMODULE 080 Wartung und Instandhaltung 080 0010 0120 Vakuummesssonde 25 mod_1404984105610_68 docx 184433 3 1 8 1 4 Vacuum sensor NOTE Please refer to the separate operating manual of the vacuum sensor The vacuum sensor has only a limited service life Especially carbon containing substances e g alcoholic compounds ...

Page 63: ...Christ 360 GT BA Labor Pil ot STAND ARDMODULE 080 Wartung und Instandhaltung 080 0020 D esi nfektion von Tr ocknungskammer und Zubehör 25 mod_1404984107851_68 docx 184461 2 1 8 2 Disinfection of the drying chamber and accessories Use commercially available disinfectants such as for example Incidur Meliseptol Sagrotan Buraton or Terralin available at specialised trade The freeze dryers and the acce...

Page 64: ...trocknungsanlagen 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 Contacts Foreign agencies NOTE If you would like to utilise our after sales service please state the type of your freeze dryer and its serial number Pos 193 010 Uni versal...

Page 65: ...k processing 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 ...

Page 66: ...ist 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 199 010 Uni versalmodul e Leerzeile 0 mod_1202116244500_0 docx 114 1 Pos 200 200 Christ 360 GT BA Labor Pil ot STAND ARDMODULE 090 Entsorgung 090 0020 Entsorgung der Verpackung 25 mod_1404984143017_68 docx 1845...

Page 67: ...mber method freezing and drying inside the ice condenser chamber approx 20 C to 60 C approx 35 C to 60 C Possible shelf temperatures double chamber method drying outside the ice condenser chamber Room temperature to 60 C Room temperature to 60 C Max shelf surface area double chamber method drying outside the ice condenser chamber drying in injection vials with sealing under vacuum or nitrogen atmo...

Page 68: ...equivalent R290 R404A R508A 160 g 0 60 t 22 g 0 26 t 12 g 0 01 t 130 g 0 49 t 26 g 0 31 t Physical data without vacuum pump and accessories Alpha 1 4 LDplus Alpha 2 4 LDplus Dimensions height width depth 415 mm 390 mm 520 mm 80 mm vacuum connection 415 mm 390 mm 520 mm 80 mm vacuum connection Weight approx 42 kg approx 55 kg Noise level according to DIN 45635 54 dB A 54 dB A EMC according to EN 55...

Page 69: ...ble ambient temperature 10 C to 25 C Max humidity 85 non condensing at 25 C Pos 207 010 Uni versalmodul e Leerzeile 0 mod_1202116244500_0 docx 114 1 Pos 208 010 Uni versalmodul e Leerzeile 0 mod_1202116244500_0 docx 114 1 Pos 209 200 Christ 360 GT BA Labor Pil ot STAND ARDMODULE 100 Technische D aten 100 0020 Technische Dokumentation 25 mod_1404984156884_68 docx 184587 2 1 10 2 Technical documenta...

Page 70: ...Christ 361 GT BA Labor Pil ot PROJEKTE Alpha Al pha 1 4_2 4 LD plus 110 Anhang 0110 0020 Kurzbedienungsanl eitung Alpha 1 4_2 4 LD plus 35 mod_1430380429982_68 docx 258930 2 1 11 1 Brief operating instructions Functional and operating elements 1 Ice condenser chamber with an internal ice condenser 2 User interface see chapter 6 5 1 User interface 3 Mains power switch Fig 50 Total view of the freez...

Page 71: ...bonding screw 7 Aeration and media drain valve Fig 52 Left side of the freeze dryer 8 Vacuum connection 9 Name plate see chapter 2 1 2 Name plate 10 Heat exchanger of the refrigeration unit 11 Electrical connection of the vacuum sensor 12 Power supply of the pressure control valve 13 Power supply of the vacuum pump 14 Mains fuse 15 Mains cable Fig 53 Rear view of the freeze dryer ...

Page 72: ...port the frozen samples as quickly as possible from the deep freeze to the freeze dryer and place them on the shelves NOTE Recommendation Store the product vessels on the aluminium shelves or if possible the entire rack with the shelves in the deep freeze The advantage is that due to the higher cold storage capacity of the aluminium material the product will remain frozen for a longer period of ti...

Page 73: ...frosting CAUTION Ensure that no water gets into the pipe connection of the vacuum pump or vacuum sensor 17 Drain the defrosting water via the media drain valve on the left hand side of the unit To do so connect a hose to the hose connector and collect the defrosting water in a suitable vessel 18 Keep the freeze dryer open i e without the lid or drying chamber when it is not in use so that moisture...

Page 74: ...er thickness of the sample the solids content of the sample and the amount of heat that is supplied during the drying process In the case of a layer thickness of 1 cm the freeze drying process usually takes 24 hours 9 Switch the vacuum pump off and aerate the drying chamber via the media drain valve or via a rubber valve 10 Switch the unit off by actuating the mains power switch and take the produ...

Page 75: ... 102 Translation of the original operating manual Pos 215 200 Christ 361 GT BA Labor Pil ot PROJEKTE Alpha Al pha 1 4_2 4 LD plus 110 Anhang 0110 030 C E Er kl ärung MaschR L Alpha 1 4_2 4 LD pl us 35 mod_1430380652764_68 docx 258973 2 1 11 2 EC declaration of conformity in accordance with the EC Machinery Directive ...

Page 76: ...Freeze dryer Alpha 1 4 LDplus Freeze dryer Alpha 2 4 LDplus 11 Appendix 76 102 Version 11 2006 Rev 2 2 of 17 10 2016 sb Translation of the original operating manual ...

Page 77: ...eze dryer Alpha 1 4 LDplus Freeze dryer Alpha 2 4 LDplus 11 Appendix Version 11 2006 Rev 2 2 of 17 10 2016 sb 77 102 Translation of the original operating manual 11 3 Declaration of conformity China RoHS 2 ...

Page 78: ... 4 LDplus Freeze dryer Alpha 2 4 LDplus 11 Appendix 78 102 Version 11 2006 Rev 2 2 of 17 10 2016 sb Translation of the original operating manual Pos 216 010 Uni versalmodul e Seitenwechsel 0 mod_1202116244312_0 docx 105 1 ...

Page 79: ... 2016 sb 79 102 Translation of the original operating manual Pos 217 200 Christ 360 GT BA Labor Pil ot STAND ARDMODULE 110 Anhang 0110 0040 Spannungsriss und C hemi kali enbeständigkeit Pl exiglas 25 mod_1404984180960_68 docx 184643 2 1 11 4 Resistance to stress cracking and chemical influences Plexiglas ...

Page 80: ...Freeze dryer Alpha 1 4 LDplus Freeze dryer Alpha 2 4 LDplus 11 Appendix 80 102 Version 11 2006 Rev 2 2 of 17 10 2016 sb Translation of the original operating manual ...

Page 81: ...Freeze dryer Alpha 1 4 LDplus Freeze dryer Alpha 2 4 LDplus 11 Appendix Version 11 2006 Rev 2 2 of 17 10 2016 sb 81 102 Translation of the original operating manual ...

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Page 83: ...Freeze dryer Alpha 1 4 LDplus Freeze dryer Alpha 2 4 LDplus 11 Appendix Version 11 2006 Rev 2 2 of 17 10 2016 sb 83 102 Translation of the original operating manual ...

Page 84: ...Freeze dryer Alpha 1 4 LDplus Freeze dryer Alpha 2 4 LDplus 11 Appendix 84 102 Version 11 2006 Rev 2 2 of 17 10 2016 sb Translation of the original operating manual ...

Page 85: ...Freeze dryer Alpha 1 4 LDplus Freeze dryer Alpha 2 4 LDplus 11 Appendix Version 11 2006 Rev 2 2 of 17 10 2016 sb 85 102 Translation of the original operating manual ...

Page 86: ...Freeze dryer Alpha 1 4 LDplus Freeze dryer Alpha 2 4 LDplus 11 Appendix 86 102 Version 11 2006 Rev 2 2 of 17 10 2016 sb Translation of the original operating manual ...

Page 87: ...Freeze dryer Alpha 1 4 LDplus Freeze dryer Alpha 2 4 LDplus 11 Appendix Version 11 2006 Rev 2 2 of 17 10 2016 sb 87 102 Translation of the original operating manual ...

Page 88: ...Freeze dryer Alpha 1 4 LDplus Freeze dryer Alpha 2 4 LDplus 11 Appendix 88 102 Version 11 2006 Rev 2 2 of 17 10 2016 sb Translation of the original operating manual ...

Page 89: ...Freeze dryer Alpha 1 4 LDplus Freeze dryer Alpha 2 4 LDplus 11 Appendix Version 11 2006 Rev 2 2 of 17 10 2016 sb 89 102 Translation of the original operating manual ...

Page 90: ...Freeze dryer Alpha 1 4 LDplus Freeze dryer Alpha 2 4 LDplus 11 Appendix 90 102 Version 11 2006 Rev 2 2 of 17 10 2016 sb Translation of the original operating manual ...

Page 91: ...Freeze dryer Alpha 1 4 LDplus Freeze dryer Alpha 2 4 LDplus 11 Appendix Version 11 2006 Rev 2 2 of 17 10 2016 sb 91 102 Translation of the original operating manual ...

Page 92: ...Freeze dryer Alpha 1 4 LDplus Freeze dryer Alpha 2 4 LDplus 11 Appendix 92 102 Version 11 2006 Rev 2 2 of 17 10 2016 sb Translation of the original operating manual ...

Page 93: ...Freeze dryer Alpha 1 4 LDplus Freeze dryer Alpha 2 4 LDplus 11 Appendix Version 11 2006 Rev 2 2 of 17 10 2016 sb 93 102 Translation of the original operating manual ...

Page 94: ...Freeze dryer Alpha 1 4 LDplus Freeze dryer Alpha 2 4 LDplus 11 Appendix 94 102 Version 11 2006 Rev 2 2 of 17 10 2016 sb Translation of the original operating manual ...

Page 95: ... LDplus Freeze dryer Alpha 2 4 LDplus 11 Appendix Version 11 2006 Rev 2 2 of 17 10 2016 sb 95 102 Translation of the original operating manual Pos 218 010 Uni versalmodul e Abschnittswechsel 0 mod_1202124514062_0 docx 418 1 ...

Page 96: ... 4 LDplus Freeze dryer Alpha 2 4 LDplus 11 Appendix 96 102 Version 11 2006 Rev 2 2 of 17 10 2016 sb Translation of the original operating manual Pos 219 010 Uni versalmodul e Seitenwechsel 0 mod_1202116244312_0 docx 105 1 ...

Page 97: ...zen sample with energy which is necessary during the main drying phase is ensured by heatable shelves on which the product is placed Double chamber method Drying on shelves outside the ice condenser chamber is referred to as a double chamber system The advantage compared to the single chamber method is the considerably higher product capacity In addition the product chamber can be isolated from th...

Page 98: ...Freeze dryer Alpha 1 4 LDplus Freeze dryer Alpha 2 4 LDplus 12 Glossary 98 102 Version 11 2006 Rev 2 2 of 17 10 2016 sb Translation of the original operating manual ...

Page 99: ...10 Corrosion 59 62 Cost estimate 65 Cracks 62 Current function of the function keys 41 Customer provided fuses 33 D Dangerous goods 24 Dangerous materials 63 Declaration of conformity China RoHS 2 77 Declaration of conformity Machinery Directive 10 76 Declaration of decontamination 65 Decontamination agents 63 Defrosting the ice condenser 47 Desorption 97 Dimensions 29 68 Direct hazard to the life...

Page 100: ...on site 32 Insufficient ice condenser temperature 55 Insufficient vacuum 53 Intended use 9 IP protection category according to DIN 60529 68 K Keys up and down 40 L Layout of the freeze dryer 11 LDplus configuration 51 LDplus control system 40 Lifting hoist electrical 48 Load default settings 51 M Main drying 18 Main menu 45 Mains cable 12 71 Mains fuse 12 68 71 Mains power switch 11 70 Maintenance...

Page 101: ...Plexiglas 79 Responsibility of the operator 23 Return of defective parts 64 Rubber valves 38 55 S Safety area 24 Safety class 25 33 Safety data sheets 69 Safety devices 27 Safety distance 24 25 32 Safety instructions 9 10 24 Safety conscious work 23 Scope of supply 10 Selecting a language 50 Serial number 13 58 64 Service 64 Service contact 58 Service life 59 Service menu 51 Service work 64 Settin...

Page 102: ...ual UV radiation 32 59 V Vacuum 46 Vacuum connection 12 68 71 Vacuum pump 26 36 Vacuum pump connection 68 Vacuum pump cleaning and care 61 Vacuum sensor 34 55 Vacuum sensor maintenance 62 Value windows 41 Vapour pressure curve above ice 15 Ventilation 32 55 W Warm up 44 Warm up vacuum pump 50 Warranty and liability 10 Weight 29 68 Y Year of manufacture 13 ...

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