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Chapter 4: Using Your Stoppering Tray Dryer

 

 

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Original instructions 

Freeze Dryer, the Drying Accessory icon will appear in the main menu bar and 
you will be able to control and monitor the Drying Accessory from this screen. 
 

 

 

Drying Accessory Sensor Table

 – The middle section of the screen displays 

a list of all the sensors that are available for the connected Drying Accessory.  
Sensors that are disconnected will have three dashes (---) for their value. 
 

Drying Accessory Status Box

 – The status box is located directly below the 

sensor table.  The text on the left side will indicate the current operation mode 
of the Drying Accessory (OFF, Manual, or Program).  When in Manual mode, 
the word “Manual” and the current Shelf Temp Set Point value will be 
displayed in this location.  If a program is running the program name, Step #, 
and Time Remaining (TR) in the current Step will be displayed in this 
location.  The right side of the status box will indicate if Data Logging is 
currently ON or OFF. 
 

 

PROGRAM

 – Pressing this button will take you to the Programs 

screen, where you can create a new program, or start, edit, view, copy 
or delete a saved program. 

 

MANUAL 

– Use this button to enter a Shelf Temp Set Point and/or 

start the Drying Accessory in manual mode.  

Manual Mode 

Manual mode can be used to control the System temperature to a single set point 
value between -40°C and +40°C.  There is also a Max Cold setting that will turn 
off the heater control and allow the System to reach its lowest possible 
temperature (approximately -45°C). 
 

 

 

Содержание FreeZone 794801 Series

Страница 1: ...Original instructions Models 794801 Series...

Страница 2: ...he hours of 7 30 a m and 5 30 p m Central Standard Time Part 7343500 Rev F ECO N983 Warranty Labconco Corporation provides a warranty to the original buyer for the repair or replacement of parts and r...

Страница 3: ...Tray Dryer Components 9 Setting Up Your Stoppering Tray Dryer 9 Installing Stoppering Tray Dryer on a Console Freeze Dryer 9 Electrical Connection 10 Communication Cable 11 Ground Strap 11 Sample Prob...

Страница 4: ...RING TRAY DRYER 31 Service Safety Precautions 31 Routine Maintenance Schedule 31 CHAPTER 6 TROUBLESHOOTING 33 Vacuum Pump 33 Gaskets Tubing Connections Sample Valves 34 System Components Collector Cha...

Страница 5: ...are heat sensitive Other than food processing e g coffee whole dinners freeze drying has been extensively used in the development of pharmaceuticals e g antibiotics and preservation of biologicals e...

Страница 6: ...g This is based on the fact that the heat of sublimation is usually absorbed on one side of the frozen sample and must travel through the frozen layer to vaporize water at the other surface In additio...

Страница 7: ...the freeze dry system With any given instrument the capacity is based on the surface area of the sample the eutectic temperature and concentration of the sample and the rate and amount of heat transfe...

Страница 8: ...ance and making minor modifications to your Stoppering Tray Dryer are also included Chapter 1 Introduction provides a brief overview of the freeze dry process explains the organization of the manual a...

Страница 9: ...nderstand and use this manual Book chapter and section titles are shown in italic type e g Chapter 3 Getting Started Steps required to perform a task are presented in a numbered format Comments locate...

Страница 10: ...ad this chapter to learn Electrical supply requirements Vacuum pump requirements Refer to Appendix C Specifications for complete Stoppering Tray Dryer electrical and environmental conditions specifica...

Страница 11: ...djacent wall surfaces Restriction of airflow during operation could adversely affect performance Refer to Appendix B Dimensions for dimensional drawings of the Stoppering Tray Dryer Vacuum Pump Requir...

Страница 12: ...n allows for lifting with a mechanical lift truck or hand truck If you must lift the Stoppering Tray Dryer manually use at least four 4 persons and follow safe lifting guidelines Unpacking Your Stoppe...

Страница 13: ...Sample Temp Sensor 8 1911416 Washer 4 1905621 Nut 20 4 1880712 Screw 20 x 75 long If you did not receive one or more of the components listed for your Stoppering Tray Dryer or if any of the component...

Страница 14: ...and tighten the clamps to provide a leak free connection Electrical Connection Plug the power cord into the receptacle on the back of the Stoppering Tray Dryer and plug the other end into a suitable p...

Страница 15: ...connect the sample probes into the receptacles inside the chamber Testing System Vacuum Integrity The Stoppering Tray Dryer is now installed and must be tested to make certain the system is free of l...

Страница 16: ...oncentration and exposure duration Some of the major components of the FreeZone Freeze Dry System that are susceptible to degradation are as follows Acids Buffers Solvents Component Material Acetic Ac...

Страница 17: ...install an optional secondary trap in the line between the Freeze Dry System and the vacuum pump Contact Labconco for ordering information With prudent maintenance the FreeZone Freeze Dry System will...

Страница 18: ...re ready to begin using your Stoppering Tray Dryer Read this chapter to learn how to Operate the controls Understand the display Connect samples Do not use the Stoppering Tray Dryer in a manner not sp...

Страница 19: ...58 15 Original instructions Component Identification Stoppering Control Valve POWER STANDBY LED Indicator IN PROCESS LED Indicator Vacuum Release Valve Power Switch 3 Sample Probe Ports 3 Shelves Stop...

Страница 20: ...ause of its hazardous and corrosive properties Sample Probe Ports 3 sample probes may be plugged into the Stoppering Tray Dryer to monitor the sample temperature during the freeze drying process Stopp...

Страница 21: ...nto Stoppering Tray Dryer shelves and latch chamber door The stoppering mechanism is capable of generating a very strong force which can damage the shelves or mechanism Therefore it is important to di...

Страница 22: ...or Program When in Manual mode the word Manual and the current Shelf Temp Set Point value will be displayed in this location If a program is running the program name Step and Time Remaining TR in the...

Страница 23: ...Freeze Dryer display go to the Drying Accessory screen 3 Press the MANUAL button 4 Enter a Set Point value between 40 C 40 C or select Max Cold then press Start 5 The Tray Dryer refrigeration system w...

Страница 24: ...lector defrost the ice drain the collector chamber and dry Programs The Programs screen will allow you to create and store programs that are used to control the shelf temperature and vacuum level Prog...

Страница 25: ...DRYER MUST BE ATTACHED TO THE FREEZE DRYER VIA THE COMMUNICATION CABLE TO RUN A PROGRAM IF IT IS NOT ATTACHED TO THE FREEZE DRYER THE START BUTTON WILL BE INACTIVE Edit View Use this button to Edit o...

Страница 26: ...sired rate within the capacity of the heating and cooling systems of the Stoppering Tray Dryer Without samples on shelves the system is capable of cooling at a rate of approximately 0 5 C min and can...

Страница 27: ...to the Drying Accessory screen then select the PROGRAM button at the bottom of the screen 2 Select a program from the saved programs list or create a new program 3 With the desired program selected fr...

Страница 28: ...rying samples using the manifold 1 Close and latch the Stoppering Tray Dryer door 2 Set the Vac Release valve to CLOSE 3 Pre freeze samples Shell freezing of samples is recommended Appropriate contain...

Страница 29: ...ainer and no cold spots can be detected by handling the container the sample is nearly dry To be certain of low final moisture content dry the sample for several hours past this point 8 To remove a co...

Страница 30: ...ed up to a maximum height of 75 mm 2 9 inches Minimum serum bottle height with lowered stopper for bottles on 3 shelves is 38 mm 1 5 inches For a 2 shelf system grasp the top shelf and raise it until...

Страница 31: ...n all bottles appear stoppered or if a problem occurs Distributing the serum bottles evenly on the shelves also aids in consistent drying of all serum bottles on each shelf Sample Freezing Before the...

Страница 32: ...ise and the top shelf will eventually be contacted and rise When all three shelves have raised and made contact with each other stoppers will be pressed into the vials Monitor the stoppering process b...

Страница 33: ...um systems If the power failure lasts for a longer duration and the collector warms above 30 C when the power is restored the Freeze Dryer will not automatically restart This prevents melted sample fr...

Страница 34: ...Ramp segment the system temperature stabilizes without reaching the Shelf Temp Set Point the control will automatically enter the next Hold segment and the System Temp Set Point alert will be display...

Страница 35: ...normal operation of the equipment Routine Maintenance Schedule Under normal operation the Stoppering Tray Dryer requires little maintenance The following maintenance schedule is recommended As needed...

Страница 36: ...ation 2 Using a soft cloth sponge or chamois and a mild non abrasive soap or detergent clean the acrylic door 3 Using a soft cloth sponge or chamois and a mild non abrasive soap or detergent clean the...

Страница 37: ...erates If it fails to operate check the electrical connections of the Freeze Dry System to the power source and then check the electrical connection of the vacuum pump to the Freeze Dry System If the...

Страница 38: ...2 Check the drain line on the Freeze Dryer and ensure that the quick connect drain fitting is disconnected from the quick connect drain coupling 3 Check all rubber vacuum tubing for signs of deteriora...

Страница 39: ...the pump and the connections from the pump to the vacuum tube 1 Insert a rubber stopper 2 in the vacuum port in the left side of the collector chamber 2 Restart the vacuum system and check your vacuum...

Страница 40: ...l easily accessible connection should be checked first for leaks The figure below points out more difficult areas to check for leaks 4 If a leak is observed around the bulkhead fittings where the legs...

Страница 41: ...amber Door Adjustment The following adjustments can be made if the door is not sealing properly when vacuum is applied 1 The latch can be adjusted to increase the force between the door gasket and cha...

Страница 42: ...cal laboratory supply dealer If your laboratory supply dealer is unable to provide assistance please call Labconco Repairs should only be undertaken by a competent refrigeration technician or through...

Страница 43: ...d Stoppering System Removal 1 The shelf and stoppering system may be removed from the chamber as an assembly for repairs if needed 2 Place a support in front of the chamber and slide the shelf and sto...

Страница 44: ...lectrical Junction Block 4 Flexible Tubing 1 Make sure the Power Switch is in the OFF position 2 Remove the left cover 3 Remove the insulation and both caps from the fluid circulation valve which is l...

Страница 45: ...reservoir to the level indicated by the label 11 Apply vacuum to the unit and when the system is 0 133 mbar or less install the cap on the tank 12 Remove the tubing Replace the caps on the valve and...

Страница 46: ...medical attention Skin Contact Wash contaminated areas with soap and water Remove contaminated clothing and footwear Wash clothing before reuse Discard footwear which cannot be decontaminated Medical...

Страница 47: ...mber Pass Thru Harness 5 1 7353302 Temperature Sensor System 6 3 7365800 Temperature Sensor Sample 7 1 7343800 Diaphragm 8 1 7351700 Door Gasket 9 1 1302301 Switch 10 2 Gal 7766801 Heat Transfer Fluid...

Страница 48: ...Appendix A Components Product Service 1 800 522 7658 44 Original instructions 1 2 3 4 6 7 8 9 11 13 14 15 12 16 5 18 17 19...

Страница 49: ...Product Service 1 800 522 7658 45 Original instructions APPENDIX B DIMENSIONS SHOWN WITH 6 PORT MANIFOLD INCHES CENTIMETERS 19 3 49 1 27 1 68 8 32 3 82 0 23 7 60 1...

Страница 50: ...of the Stoppering Tray Dryer Size Labconco No Shelf Capacity No of Shelves Total Capacity 2 ml 7575010 430 3 1290 3 ml 7575210 483 3 1449 5 ml 7573010 255 3 765 10 ml 7573210 195 3 585 20 ml 7573410 1...

Страница 51: ...onal factory installed features Environmental Conditions Indoor use only Ambient temperature range 41 to 104 F 5 to 40 C Maximum relative humidity 80 for temperatures up to 88 F 31 C decreasing linear...

Страница 52: ...ginal instructions APPENDIX D ACCESSORIES Labconco offers a full line of accessories to enhance your Stoppering Tray Dryer s operation and usability For a complete list of these accessories please con...

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