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Thermo Fisher Scientific ULT Freezers

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Unpacking

At delivery, examine the exterior for physical damage while 
the carrier’s representative is present. If exterior damage is 
present, carefully unpack and inspect the unit and all 
accessories for damage.

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

The packaging can be stored and re-used.

Packing List

Inside the freezer cabinet is a bag containing:

A handle lock key

A USB drive with user manual, including translated 
versions

Certificates of conformance and calibration

A remote alarm contact connector

Posts for rear spacing

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

Recorder installation instructions

Extra paper

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

A hose assembly

English and metric connectors

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

A QC temperature graph and test log

Calibration information

Summary of Contents for Forma FDE Series

Page 1: ...Ultra Low Temperature Freezers RevcoTM RDE Series FormaTM FDE Series HERAfreezeTM HDE Series and Thermo ScientificTM TDE Series Installation and Operation 329712H02 Revision A March 2019...

Page 2: ...med by qualified service personnel Material in this manual is for informational purposes only The contents and the product it describes are subject to change without notice Thermo Fisher Scientific ma...

Page 3: ...attery Door Opening Closing 4 Operating Standards 5 Electrical Specifications 5 Installation 6 Location 6 Leveling 6 Backup System Optional 6 Super Insulated Cabinet Construction 6 Door Operation 6 Pr...

Page 4: ...on 14 Changing Chart Paper 14 Calibration Adjustment 14 Maintenance 15 Cleaning the Condenser 15 Cleaning the Condenser Filter 15 Gasket Maintenance 15 Defrosting the Freezer 15 Battery Maintenance 15...

Page 5: ...odels 1 Models Table 1 Applicable Models Brand Model Size xxx Voltage Forma FDExxx86L 300 400 500 600 A D V Thermo Scientific TDExxx86L 300 400 500 600 A D V HERAfreeze HDExxx86L 300 400 500 600 A D V...

Page 6: ...ntamination procedures use chemically resistant gloves Use insulated gloves for handling samples and when using liquid nitrogen Before installing using or maintaining this product please be sure to re...

Page 7: ...en submitting a claim for shipping damage request that the carrier inspect the shipping container and equipment The packaging can be stored and re used Packing List Inside the freezer cabinet is a bag...

Page 8: ...helf allow the freezer to recover to the desired set point before loading the next shelf Repeat this process until the freezer is fully loaded Battery Door Opening Closing To open the grille door pull...

Page 9: ...he nominal voltage Electrical Specifications The last character in the model number listed on the data plate identifies the electrical specifications for your unit Specific unit current rating is list...

Page 10: ...odels are equipped with an advanced assembly specifically designed for ultra low temperature freezers Features include One hand operation A front accessible lock Hasps for a standard padlock to provid...

Page 11: ...excessive frost accumulation on the inner door could eventually restrict air flow Therefore you should periodically inspect the inner door and brush away any loose frost using a stiff nylon brush Ins...

Page 12: ...273 274 STANDARDS FOR TISSUE BANKING 14th Ed Section E E3 300 E3 310 Table E3 331 Note for clarity The Bone is the Osteoarticular Graft a weight bearing allograft with intact articular surfaces consi...

Page 13: ...larm value The range is 99 C to within 5 C of setpoint Note A setpoint change may automatically change the warm cold alarm setpoints as well to maintain a minimum 5 C separation from the control setpo...

Page 14: ...will automatically return to the temperature display Warm Alarm Test Press the plus and checkmark buttons at the same time to initiate the warm alarm test During the warm alarm test the actual cabine...

Page 15: ...are showing Press the checkmark while YES is showing With a flashing YES you are required to confirm by pressing the checkmark button a second time Power down will then be complete If the checkmark b...

Page 16: ...equipped with siphon tubes for withdrawing liquid from the bottom of the cylinder CO2 cylinders must be kept at room temperature to function properly LN2 bottles are functional at any reasonable temp...

Page 17: ...ay shorten the life of the hose Start Up When the unit is started it will recognize if a backup system is installed 1 Follow the instructions in Backup System Optional to set the backup system type an...

Page 18: ...econd The pen will move off the scale 3 Unscrew the center nut remove the old chart paper and install new chart paper Carefully align the day and time with the reference mark a small groove on the lef...

Page 19: ...et 6 If there is freezer odor wash the interior with a solution of baking soda and warm water 7 Clean the exterior with any common household cleaner 8 Close the doors restart the freezer and reload Re...

Page 20: ...und the gasket inner doors and breakers as necessary Gasket Periodically check the gaskets around the door for punctures or tears Periodically clean the ice build up around the gasket Filter Clean the...

Page 21: ...igh relative humidity Check if the location meets requirements Maximum relative humidity 60 for temperatures within 15 C to 32 C 59 F to 90 F Excess frost build up in chamber Defrost the unit Refer De...

Page 22: ...o puncture the rubber gasket Excessive and prolonged door openings Avoid opening door for a prolonged time Gasket damage Check for punctures or tears on gasket If replacement is necessary call service...

Page 23: ...are running more often than before Ambient conditions Unit performance is directly impacted by these causes mentioned Try maintaining ambient conditions reducing load reducing door openings Once temp...

Page 24: ...01 Firmware Build Incompatible E02 Control Probe Failure E03 Heat Exchanger Probe Failure E04 Power Failure E05 Failure to Reach Setpoint E06 BUS Battery Failure E07 System Battery Failure E08 Lost Co...

Page 25: ...luded from this warranty Replacement or repair of component parts or equipment under this warranty shall not extend the warranty to either the equipment or to the component part beyond the original fi...

Page 26: ...able items i e glass filters pilot lights light bulbs and door gaskets are excluded from this warranty Replacement or repair of component parts or equipment under this warranty shall not extend the wa...

Page 27: ...rature variation will increase Contact customer service Display will intermittently show E03 Ambient Probe Failure Wrench Yes Ambient Probe TC has malfunctioned This doesn t affect the performance of...

Page 28: ...s incompatibility that can result in modules to be non coherent Display will intermittently show E01 System Battery Failure Alarm Wrench Yes System Battery Disconnected or Failed Display will intermit...

Page 29: ...thermofisher com WEEERoHS Conformit WEEE Questo prodotto deve rispondere alla direttiva dell Unione Europea 2012 19 EU in merito ai Rifiuti degli Apparecchi Elettrici ed Elettronici WEEE marcato col...

Page 30: ...contact information for your area Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc 275 Aiken Road Asheville NC 28804 United States Countries Sales North America 1 866 984 3766 India toll free 1800 22 8374 India 91 22 671...

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