Christ 102420, Operating Manual

Page 1: ... of 09 03 2020 Beta 1 8 LSCbasic Freeze dryer Beta 2 8 LSCbasic Version 03 2018 Beta 1 8 LSCbasic Part no 102420 102422 102424 102426 102428 102430 Beta 2 8 LSCbasic Part no 102421 102423 102425 102427 102429 102431 Freeze dryer Operating Manual Please retain for later use ...

Page 2: ...Freeze dryer Beta 1 8 LSCbasic Freeze dryer Beta 2 8 LSCbasic 2 107 Version 03 2018 Rev 1 5 of 09 03 2020 sb dc Translation of the original operating manual ...

Page 3: ...n 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 Beta 1 8 LSCbasic Freeze dryer Beta 2 8 LSCbasic 4 107 Version 03 2018 Rev 1 5 of 09 03 2020 sb dc Translation of the original operating manual ...

Page 5: ...fety 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 24 3 5 Informal safety notes 24 3 6 Safety notes concerning the transport set up and connection and initial start up of the freeze dryer 25 3 6 1 General hazards 25 3 6 2 Hazards caused by improper transport 25 3 6 3 Hazards caused by improper set up 25 3 6 4...

Page 6: ...Notes on transport 34 4 4 Packaging 35 4 5 Transport safety devices 35 5 Set up and connection 36 5 1 Location of use 36 5 2 Power supply 37 5 2 1 Type of connection 37 5 2 2 Customer provided fuses 37 5 3 Aeration valve 37 5 4 Media drain valve 38 5 5 Vacuum sensor 38 5 6 Vacuum pump 40 5 7 Pressure control valve 41 5 8 Rubber valves 42 6 Operation 43 6 1 Initial start up 43 6 2 Installation of a...

Page 7: ...ion valve media drain valve 76 8 1 4 Heat exchanger only for air cooled freeze dryers 77 8 1 5 Electrical system 77 8 1 6 Vacuum pump 78 8 1 7 Exhaust filter oil mist separator 78 8 1 8 Refrigeration system 79 8 1 9 Vacuum sensor 79 8 1 10 Accessories 80 8 2 Disinfection of the drying chamber and accessories 80 8 3 Service 81 8 4 Return of defective parts 81 9 Disposal 83 9 1 Disposal of the freez...

Page 8: ...Freeze dryer Beta 1 8 LSCbasic Freeze dryer Beta 2 8 LSCbasic Table of contents 8 107 Version 03 2018 Rev 1 5 of 09 03 2020 sb dc Translation of the original operating manual ...

Page 9: ...d substances and aqueous solutions e g bacteria and virus cultures blood plasma serum fractions antibodies sera vaccines and pharmaceutical products such as chloramphenicol streptomycin vitamins ferments and plant extracts for biochemical tests Freeze drying of solvent containing products non aqueous media With regards of corrosion resistance the use of some organic solvents in aqueous solutions w...

Page 10: ...l o tert Butanol o o DMSO Legend No degradation to be expected o Moderate degradation limited use Severe degradation infrequent use recommended immediate thorough cleaning required The use of other solvents e g ammonia should be avoided The chemical attack on devices and accessory components can be significantly reduced by immediate cleaning after the end of operation All parts of the freeze dryer...

Page 11: ...chnical state use of the freeze dryer within hazardous locations where there is a risk of explosions use of the freeze dryer with 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 avail...

Page 12: ...aw 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 in italics e g sublimation 1 6 Standards and regulations EC declaration of conformity in accordance with the EC Machinery Directive see chapter 11 2 EC declaration of conformity in accordance with the EC Machinery Directive 1 7 Scope ...

Page 13: ...al 2 Layout and mode of operation 2 1 Layout of the freeze dryer 2 1 1 Functional and operating elements 1 Ice condenser chamber 2 LSCplus user interface see chapter 6 5 1 User interface 3 Mains power switch Fig 1 Total view of the freeze dryer 4 Pipe connection of the vacuum sensor 5 Pipe connection of the vacuum pump behind the cover plate 6 Ice condenser Fig 2 Ice condenser chamber ...

Page 14: ...Cbasic 2 Layout and mode of operation 14 107 Version 03 2018 Rev 1 5 of 09 03 2020 sb dc Translation of the original operating manual 7 Aeration valve 8 Media drain valve Fig 3 Left side of the freeze dryer 9 Touchpanel Fig 4 User interface with touchpanel ...

Page 15: ...l interface 14 Electrical connection of the vacuum sensor 15 Connection of the vacuum sensor 16 Power supply of the pressure control valve 17 Power supply of the vacuum pump 18 Mains fuse 19 Mains cable 20 Equipotential bonding screw Fig 5 Rear view of the freeze dryer 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 P...

Page 16: ...he solid phase to the gas phase This happens under vacuum The following section describes the process of sublimation based on the example of water since most products that are processed by freeze drying are aqueous solutions Their behaviour is based on identical fundamental principles The vapour pressure curve for ice and water sublimation pressure curve describes the phase transition as a functio...

Page 17: ...ber 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 p...

Page 18: ...er vapour that is released by the product 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 valve and the aeration valve must be closed In the case of units that are equipped with a pressure control valve standard on LSCplus and LSCbasic units the vacuum pump should be warmed up warm up for at least 15...

Page 19: ...he 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 thermal energy will be added to the product In the case of products in round bottom flasks wide neck bottles etc this is realised through the environment that is considerably warmer...

Page 20: ...ication of the end of the drying process is the behaviour of the vacuum and of the ice condenser temperature The ice condenser is no longer subject to load and reaches the final temperature of approximately 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 rubb...

Page 21: ...ce 0 Off Power Caution Risk of bruising Name plate see chapter 2 1 2 Name plate Attention consult the operating manual Filled with natural inflammable refrigerants Protective earth ground CE mark in compliance with the directive 2006 42 EC Earth ground China RoHS 2 mark only for China Unplug the mains plug NOTE Safety indications on the freeze dryer must be kept readable at all times If necessary ...

Page 22: ...alth problems up to life endangering injuries DANGER This symbol stands for a direct hazard to the life and health of persons due to electrical voltage Non observance of these symbols causes serious health problems up to life endangering injuries WARNING This symbol stands for a potential hazard to the life and health of persons Non observance of these symbols can cause serious health problems up ...

Page 23: ...and the national laws concerning health and safety and the prevention of accidents must be checked at regular intervals e g every month Working area The operator must perform a risk assessment concerning potential accidents in connection with the freeze dryer and take design related countermeasures if necessary perform a compatibility test of all the substances that are used in the freeze dryer pr...

Page 24: ... the fundamental regulations concerning workplace safety and accident prevention have been trained in terms of the operation of this unit and have read and understood this operating manual and in particular the safety sections and warning notes and confirmed this with their signature 3 5 Informal safety notes This operating manual is part of the product This operating manual must be kept at the lo...

Page 25: ...with the rules and regulations for the prevention of accidents Wear personal protective equipment safety shoes work gloves and hardhat 3 6 2 Hazards caused by improper transport DANGER Risk of injury caused by the uncontrolled movement of loads Units that are not properly fastened or secured may shift or fall over Prior to transporting or setting up the freeze dryer read the chapter 4 Storage and ...

Page 26: ...he electrical or mechanical components Work on the power supply system must only be performed by certified electricians Have the electrical equipment of the unit inspected regularly Defects such as loose or burnt cables must be eliminated immediately 3 7 Safety notes concerning the operation The following notes and instructions concerning the operation of the freeze dryer must be observed in order...

Page 27: ... iron welding equipment are present 3 7 3 Hazards caused by the refrigeration system non flammable refrigerants WARNING Risk of poisoning caused by the refrigerant During its decomposition e g due to naked flames or hot surfaces hazardous toxic gases are released Contact with the decomposition products may cause severe damage to health Only qualified persons are authorised to perform work on the r...

Page 28: ...table protective clothes gloves and respiratory protection 3 7 5 Hazards caused by solvents in the products DANGER Explosion hazard caused by solvents in the products When freeze drying products containing solvents gas mixtures may form These gas mixtures may be ignited on certain components of the freeze dryer There is an explosion hazard Solvents that are not included in the table in chapter 1 2...

Page 29: ... chamber may still 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 3 7 9 Hazards caused by cold surfaces WARNING Risk of freezing to cold surfaces The ice condenser coils can already be cold during the loading phase There is a risk of freezing to the ice condenser coils when touching the surfaces Wear suita...

Page 30: ... 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 finger immediately with cold water for approximately 2 minutes Do not cool if larger areas of the body surface are burnt since there is a risk of hypothermia Cover the burns loosely and in a steril...

Page 31: ...anlagen GmbH see chapter 7 3 Service contact Ensure that all repairs are performed only by authorised and specialised personnel Fire prevention Fuses protect certain electrical circuits within the freeze dryer against over current conditions Always use fuses of the same type and rating Safety area Maintain a safety distance of at least 30 cm 12 inches around the freeze dryer Do not store any dange...

Page 32: ...mediately If a sample with hazardous materials such as strong acids or bases radioactive substances or volatile organics is spilled inside a chamber they must be cleaned up immediately Caution when handling solvents Keep 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 3 12 Remaining hazards All Christ...

Page 33: ...Depth 555 mm 80 mm vacuum connection 555 mm 80 mm vacuum connection Weight approx 63 kg approx 78 kg 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 mus...

Page 34: ...the freeze dryer can be transported by a suitable number of persons who reach under it from the sides When lifting the freeze dryer always reach under the freeze dryer from the side Do not grab the unit at the plastic control panel see figures below correct incorrect Fig 9 Lifting the freeze dryer CAUTION The freeze dryer Beta 1 8 LSCbasic weighs approx 63 kg The freeze dryer Beta 2 8 LSCbasic wei...

Page 35: ...reeze dryer upwards and out of the crate cardboard box When lifting the unit always reach under the freeze dryer from the side CAUTION The freeze dryer Beta 1 8 LSCbasic weighs approx 63 kg The freeze dryer Beta 2 8 LSCbasic weighs approx 78 kg CAUTION The centre of gravity of the freeze dryer is off centre Retain the packaging for any possible future transport of the freeze dryer 4 5 Transport sa...

Page 36: ... 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 5 C to 25 C A potential night time setback of the air conditioning system must be taken into consideration Prevent the room temperature from rising for example due to closed doors at night Do not subject ...

Page 37: ...immediately DANGER The operating voltage on the name plate must correspond to the local supply voltage Christ freeze dryers are units of protection class I Freeze dryers of this type have a three wire power cord with an IEC C13 connector see chapter 10 Technical data An equipotential bonding screw is located on the back see chapter 2 1 1 Functional and operating elements This equipotential bonding...

Page 38: ...perating elements It is used to drain off the condensate and the defrosting water Connect the drain hose included in the scope of supply to the hose connector Place a collecting vessel under the unit The hose must be laid with a continuous slope and the end of the hose must always be above the liquid level in the collecting vessel This prevents water and dirt residues from being sucked into the ic...

Page 39: ...ng rings DIN16KF and two centring rings included in the scope of supply Plug the connector to the connection socket and hand tighten the screws on the connector NOTE It is absolutely essential to comply with the manufacturer s instructions in the separate operating manual of the vacuum sensor Thyracont VCP63 Pirani Pfeiffer CMR 363 capacitive Fig 12 Vacuum sensors of different manufacturers NOTE T...

Page 40: ... 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 13 Indication of the maximum current for the vacuum pump example The oil mist that escapes from the pump during operation mu...

Page 41: ...rol 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 see figure 1 Connection to the vacuum pump 2 Pressure control valve Fig 14 Installation o...

Page 42: ...ve NOTE The rubber valves come supplied in an ungreased state This is why a thin layer of vacuum grease must be applied to the connector of the freeze dryer as well as to the vessel connector prior to start up in order to ensure trouble free operation In position A see figure below the aeration connector is open and the vessel connector is closed The accessory will be aerated while the vacuum insi...

Page 43: ...s must be completed in accordance with the drying method that is applied as well as in accordance with the scope of supply 6 3 Preparation The ice condenser chamber must be clean and dry Remove any water residues from the preceding run Close the aeration valve and the media drain valve Ensure that all of the valves of the accessories are closed Switch the vacuum pump on 6 4 Switching the freeze dr...

Page 44: ...ce enables the intuitive operation of the unit Fig 17 Start screen of the LSCbasic control unit example 6 5 1 User interface The system is operated via a touch panel i e by touching the buttons on the display Every button is marked by a frame Pressing the button activates the associated function Depending on the function a dialogue box opens a value can be changed or a transaction can be confirmed...

Page 45: ... of the enquiries 6 5 1 1 Main window Process This main window shows all of the relevant process data Here the individual phases of a freeze drying process can be controlled manually 1 Status line 2 Schematic system diagram 3 Value windows 4 Button Tools 5 Button Set set values 6 Button Process and equipment messages 7 Button Operating mode select start 8 Button Stop Fig 19 Overview of the main wi...

Page 46: ... Active components are displayed in green Touching a component calls up its name and reference designation Fig 20 Schematic system diagram with the name and reference designation of the component Value windows 3 This area shows the current process data The three value windows can be configured as desired Select the button of the value window that is to be adapted A dialogue box with the possible p...

Page 47: ...ay it is possible to configure a personalised overview of the actual values Dialogue box Tools 4 This dialogue box is used to call up various aids and resources Vapour pressure curve for ice and water A diagram shows the relationship between the pressure and sample temperature The pressure and temperature values can be changed by way of the buttons or by moving the arrows see item 1 in the screens...

Page 48: ... process recording Option Lifting hoist1 see chapter 6 6 Optional extensions This function is described in the separate operating manual of the lifting hoist Button Set 5 This button is used to enter the set values for the individual phases of the freeze drying process prior to the start of the process Value ranges have been saved for the various phases These value ranges can be displayed in the i...

Page 49: ...e cause of the fault has already been eliminated The dialogue box cannot be quit until all of the messages have been acknowledged If a message has been acknowledged even though the fault has not been eliminated the button Process and equipment messages will be displayed in the respective colour of the fault in the main window 1 The fault has been eliminated but the message has not been acknowledge...

Page 50: ...ation 7 Error counter and time stamp of the last error 8 Arrow buttons Fig 26 Details concerning an error message NOTE The texts of the process and error messages are not included in this operating manual The associated documents can be requested from our service department Dialogue box Operating mode select start 7 After the set values have been entered for the process the process can be started ...

Page 51: ...rder to check the functionality and processes of the freeze dryer Fig 28 Dialogue box Standard unit test Performance test 1 This test is used to determine the following performance parameters of a freeze dryer vacuum decrease rate final vacuum minimum ice condenser temperature NOTE Prior to performing a test ensure that the chamber is dry and unloaded and that the ice condenser is defrosted Proced...

Page 52: ...echnical data accept the entries and return to the main window In the main window Process select the button Standard unit test under Operating mode select start Select Leakage test and start the test via the Run button The parameters for the leakage test have been developed by Martin Christ Gefriertrocknungsanlagen specifically for the freeze dryers In a first step these parameters vacuum ice cond...

Page 53: ...s is where the basic configuration of the control system is defined It enables the optimum adaptation of the freeze dryer to its specific area of application General General options 1 Language 2 Scale unit 3 Freeze drying process Fig 30 Overview of the main window Options General Language 1 The control system can be used in several languages which can be selected via the dialogue box Fig 31 Dialog...

Page 54: ...ction depends on the type of freeze dryer and is not available for all types Prior to the start of the process the correct process must be selected The following processes are available Cold trap operation2 Use of the freeze dryer as a cold trap Double chamber method outside Drying outside the ice condenser chamber Double chamber method LyoCube3 Drying outside the ice condenser chamber but with th...

Page 55: ... manual Fig 33 Dialogue box Freeze drying process Administration Administration options 1 Date Time 2 Network 3 System properties 4 Access protection 5 Device options Fig 34 Dialogue box Options Administration Date Time 1 The control system is equipped with an integrated battery buffered clock After a failure of the buffer battery the date and time must be reset ...

Page 56: ... 1 5 of 09 03 2020 sb dc Translation of the original operating manual Fig 35 Dialogue box Change date time Network 2 This dialogue box is used to change the network settings NOTE The changes will not become effective until after a restart of the freeze dryer Fig 36 Dialogue box Change network settings ...

Page 57: ...f the setting is Silent the beeper sounds once when the malfunction occurs If the setting is Off the beeper will not sound at all Click on touch If this function is active a clicking sound can be heard whenever the system registers that a button has been touched Behaviour of the pressure control valve in the case of insufficient ice condenser cooling If this function is active button closed the pr...

Page 58: ...ed unless the access protection is active Password timer runtime In order to prevent unauthorised access the system will automatically switch back to the default setting after a pre defined period of time In this case there is a small lock symbol in the status line and below this symbol the remaining time until the lock will be active is counted down At the same time a button with a big lock symbo...

Page 59: ...ault settings e g editing of the access protection configuration creating and editing of programs editing of system settings Device options 5 This dialogue box lists all of the device options that are available for the freeze dryer in question A list of all the possible options can be found at chapter 6 6 Optional extensions Options that require a series number specific release code are marked wit...

Page 60: ...e this option must be deactivated as described hereinabove Fig 42 Device option Sensor vacuum not installed Service Service options 1 Operating hours 2 Failure memory 3 Vacuum pump oil change 4 Maintenance 5 Sensor adjustment Fig 43 Dialogue box Service varies depending on the type of freeze dryer Operating hours 1 This dialogue box is used to view the number of operating hours of the various comp...

Page 61: ...box The failure memory includes the last 32 messages If this number is exceeded the oldest message will be overwritten Use the arrow keys to select the individual messages The error message text is always followed by an error code NOTE Always indicate the error code in the event of enquiries or service requests Fig 45 Dialogue box Failure memory Vacuum pump oil change 3 The system monitors the oil...

Page 62: ...of the reset button Fig 46 Dialogue box Vacuum pump oil change Maintenance 4 The maintenance interval of the freeze dryer is set at 3 000 operating hours or at least one maintenance per year When the end of a maintenance interval is reached a corresponding message will be displayed Acknowledge the message Make an appointment for the maintenance of your freeze dryer After the maintenance our servic...

Page 63: ...al operating manual Sensor adjustment 5 In this dialogue box the sensors are adjusted based on a predefined reference value CAUTION Sensors that are not properly adjusted will lead to incorrect measurements which in turn will have a negative effect on the process control NOTE Only specialised personnel are authorised to perform the sensor adjustment ...

Page 64: ... a freeze drying process Freeze drying processes are started in the main window Process NOTE Prior to any freeze drying process the correct method must be selected chapter 6 5 1 2 Main window Options Freeze drying process 3 The set values for the individual process phases Freezing Warm up Main drying and Final drying are defined prior to the start of the process see chapter 6 5 2 1 Entering set va...

Page 65: ... phase a dialogue box opens Fig 49 Dialogue box after the completion of the warm up phase The freeze dryer will remain in the Warm up phase until a confirmation is issued Normally the transition from Main drying to Final drying takes place automatically After the completion of the Final drying phase there will be another enquiry with which the freeze drying process will be completed The freeze dry...

Page 66: ...splays the parameters that are used for the leakage test In addition the test time and the chamber volume must be stated depending on the accessories that are used Numerical values can be edited with the aid of a numerical keypad 1 Set value display 2 Button for changing the sign e g when entering temperature values 3 infinite 4 Button for editing the value in pre defined steps 5 Selection of a po...

Page 67: ...ons are fulfilled that the pressure control valve closes Then the actual leakage test is performed in a second step The leak rate that is calculated after the end of the test provides information concerning the tightness of the system USB process recorder see also chapter 6 5 1 1 Main window Process dialogue box Tools This feature enables the recording of a running process on a USB storage medium ...

Page 68: ...e service department see chapter 7 3 Service contact The password input fails The password is not correct Inform the administrator If you have lost the administrator password contact the service department see chapter 7 3 Service contact Insufficient vacuum Incorrect connection of the small flange connection s Loosen the connection Place the centring ring with the inner sealing ring in a centred m...

Page 69: ... ice condenser temperature The error message Refrigeration unit x x overpressure is displayed during a freeze drying process Leakage on the low pressure side suction side of the refrigeration system leads to a pressure increase Acknowledge the message If the message is displayed repeatedly inform the service department see chapter 7 3 Service contact NOTE If it is impossible to eliminate the error...

Page 70: ...due to improper small flange connections between the various components and hose connections or to leakages in the valves Loosen the connection and place the centring ring with sealing ring inside in a centred manner between the flange connections Seal the connection with the clamping ring by tightening the wing nut Ensure that the centring ring neither slips out of place nor gets jammed Fig 52 Sm...

Page 71: ...e see chapter 8 1 3 Aeration valve media drain valve Put the freeze dryer into operation again If there is still a leakage the freeze dryer must be checked by qualified specialist personnel see chapter 7 3 Service contact 7 1 2 3 Pressure control valve A malfunction of the pressure control valve may have several causes NOTE The inspection of the valve must be carried out by qualified specialist pe...

Page 72: ...ration system is insufficient when the refrigeration system is overloaded In these cases the refrigeration unit will be switched off automatically If the permissible operating conditions are re established after a cool down phase of several minutes the refrigeration unit will be switched on again automatically The malfunctions are displayed in the process and equipment information window The minim...

Page 73: ...functions or spare part enquiries From Germany Contact Martin Christ Gefriertrocknungsanlagen GmbH An der Unteren Söse 50 37520 Osterode Germany Tel 49 0 55 22 50 07 44 44 E mail support lab martinchrist de Outside Germany Contact our agency in your country All agencies are listed at www martinchrist de Sales Partners NOTE If you would like to utilise our after sales service please state the type ...

Page 74: ...ion Freeze drying of solvent containing products Use soap water or other water soluble mild cleaning agents for cleaning the freeze dryer and the accessories Do not use corrosive and aggressive substances Do not use solvents Do not use agents with abrasive particles Do not expose the freeze dryer or its accessories to intensive UV radiation e g sunlight or thermal stress e g by heat generators Do ...

Page 75: ...c radioactive or pathogenic substances clean the inside immediately with a suitable decontamination agent depending on the type of contamination see chapter 8 2 Disinfection of the drying chamber and accessories Remove product residues thoroughly with a cloth Open the lid drying chamber when the freeze dryer is not in use so moisture can evaporate 8 1 2 Ice condenser chamber Before each start up e...

Page 76: ...ecially when cleaning the valves and replacing the seals Contaminants such as product residues may lead to an insufficient vacuum In this case the aeration valve and the media drain valve must be cleaned Switch the freeze dryer off and disconnect the mains plug Remove the valve core Clean the valve core and the opening with a moist cloth Clean the O rings and inspect them for any damage Damaged O ...

Page 77: ...tion 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 8 1 5 Electrical system DANGER Danger of life caused by electric shock There is a risk o...

Page 78: ...se Ensure that the pump has reached its operating temperature prior to changing the oil Perform the first oil change after approximately 100 operating hours The other oil changes depend on the operating conditions In general an interval of 500 to 1 000 operating hours is sufficient Please contact the Christ service department if you have any queries see chapter 7 3 Service contact 8 1 7 Exhaust fi...

Page 79: ...uid 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 dryer WARNING Risk of poisoning caused by the refrigerant non flammable refrigerants During its decomposition e g due to naked flames or hot surfaces hazardous toxic gases are ...

Page 80: ...aterial without any visible signs Check the material regularly at least once a month for cracks visible damage of the surface pressure marks signs of corrosion other changes Replace any damaged components immediately for your own safety Immediately rinse off the accessories if any liquids that may cause corrosion come into contact with them Clean the accessories outside the freeze dryer once a wee...

Page 81: ...y the manufacturer during an inspection once per year Information and appointments From Germany Contact Martin Christ Gefriertrocknungsanlagen GmbH An der Unteren Söse 50 37520 Osterode Germany Tel 49 0 55 22 50 07 44 44 E mail support lab martinchrist de Outside Germany Contact our agency in your country All agencies are listed at www martinchrist de Sales Partners NOTE If you would like to utili...

Page 82: ...n of defective parts This form is for the product related data They facilitate the assignment and they enable the quick processing of the return If 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...

Page 83: ...al 9 1 Disposal of the freeze dryer Martin 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 9 2 Disposal of the packaging Dispose of the packaging after having separated the individual materials Comply with all local rules and regulations ...

Page 84: ...l 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 protection category according to DIN 60529 11 11 Apparent power 0 9 kVA 1 3 kVA Nominal current 4 0 A 6 0 A Mains fuse 10 A 12 A Pressure control valve connection 230 V 50 60 Hz 20 VA max 230 V 50 60 Hz 20 VA max Vacuum pump connection 230 V 50 60 Hz 4 0 A max 230 V 50 60 ...

Page 85: ...ace LAN RJ 45 RJ 45 Special equipment water cooling system Beta 1 8 LSCbasic Beta 2 8 LSCbasic Part number 102422 102423 Cooling water consumption max 0 16 m3 h max 0 20 m3 h Heat carried off via the cooling water 1 1 kW 1 6 kW Cooling water feed flow connection R3 4 with hose nozzle DN13 R3 4 with hose nozzle DN13 Cooling water return flow connection R3 4 with hose nozzle DN13 R3 4 with hose nozz...

Page 86: ...perating manual 11 Appendix 11 1 Brief operating instructions Functional and operating elements 1 Ice condenser chamberFehler Textmarke nicht definiert 2 LSCplus user interface 3 Mains power switch Fig 57 Total view of the freeze dryer 4 Vacuum sensor 5 Pipe connection of the vacuum pump behind the cover plate 6 Ice condenser Fig 58 Ice condenser chamber ...

Page 87: ...ta 2 8 LSCbasic 11 Appendix Version 03 2018 Rev 1 5 of 09 03 2020 sb dc 87 107 Translation of the original operating manual 7 Aeration valve 8 Media drain valve Fig 59 Left side of the freeze dryer 9 Touchpanel Fig 60 User interface with touchpanel ...

Page 88: ...ns cable 20 Equipotential bonding screw Fig 61 Rear view of the freeze dryer 1 Status line 2 Schematic system diagram 3 Values window 4 Button Tools 5 Button Set 6 Button Process and equipment messages 7 Button Operating mode select start 8 Button Stop Fig 62 LSCbasic user interface Step by step instructions shelf drying 1 Freeze the sample separately e g in a deep freeze NOTE Ensure that the laye...

Page 89: ...al shut off valve or by waiting for the electromagnetic valve to open Vacuum is applied to the chamber and the freeze drying process commences NOTE The vacuum pump always runs with maximum power With this type of freeze dryer the power of the vacuum pump cannot be controlled 12 The operating panel displays the vacuum the ice condenser temperature and the current operating mode 13 The end of the pr...

Page 90: ...cted to another valve until the pressure is again lower than 1 030 bar NOTE After the pressure has fallen below 1 030 mbar a frozen sample can be connected to a valve The next frozen sample cannot be connected to another valve until the pressure is again lower than 1 030 bar 7 The operating panel displays the vacuum the ice condenser temperature and the current operating mode 8 The end of the proc...

Page 91: ...e connection of the vacuum pump or vacuum sensor 12 Drain the defrosting water via the defrosting water 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 13 Keep the freeze dryer open i e without the lid or drying chamber when it is not in use so that moisture can evaporate This increases the service life of ...

Page 92: ...Freeze dryer Beta 1 8 LSCbasic Freeze dryer Beta 2 8 LSCbasic 11 Appendix 92 107 Version 03 2018 Rev 1 5 of 09 03 2020 sb dc Translation of the original operating manual ...

Page 93: ...Cbasic Freeze dryer Beta 2 8 LSCbasic 11 Appendix Version 03 2018 Rev 1 5 of 09 03 2020 sb dc 93 107 Translation of the original operating manual 11 2 EC declaration of conformity in accordance with the EC Machinery Directive ...

Page 94: ...Freeze dryer Beta 1 8 LSCbasic Freeze dryer Beta 2 8 LSCbasic 11 Appendix 94 107 Version 03 2018 Rev 1 5 of 09 03 2020 sb dc Translation of the original operating manual ...

Page 95: ... dryer Beta 1 8 LSCbasic Freeze dryer Beta 2 8 LSCbasic 11 Appendix Version 03 2018 Rev 1 5 of 09 03 2020 sb dc 95 107 Translation of the original operating manual 11 3 Declaration of conformity China RoHS 2 ...

Page 96: ...Freeze dryer Beta 1 8 LSCbasic Freeze dryer Beta 2 8 LSCbasic 11 Appendix 96 107 Version 03 2018 Rev 1 5 of 09 03 2020 sb dc Translation of the original operating manual ...

Page 97: ...sic Freeze dryer Beta 2 8 LSCbasic 11 Appendix Version 03 2018 Rev 1 5 of 09 03 2020 sb dc 97 107 Translation of the original operating manual 11 4 EC declaration of conformity in accordance with the Pressure Equipment Directive ...

Page 98: ...Freeze dryer Beta 1 8 LSCbasic Freeze dryer Beta 2 8 LSCbasic 11 Appendix 98 107 Version 03 2018 Rev 1 5 of 09 03 2020 sb dc Translation of the original operating manual ...

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Page 100: ...Freeze dryer Beta 1 8 LSCbasic Freeze dryer Beta 2 8 LSCbasic 11 Appendix 100 107 Version 03 2018 Rev 1 5 of 09 03 2020 sb dc Translation of the original operating manual ...

Page 101: ...he actual sublimation is started Eutectic point The eutectic point is the point at which a homogeneous mixture e g a eutectic alloy passes directly from the liquid to the solid phase without the formation of a crystal mixture that consists of different phases Reference designation Within the life cycle of industrial systems a uniform equipment identification system is required for planning design ...

Page 102: ... low temperature of the ice condenser 55 C in the case of single stage systems or 85 C in the case of double stage systems During this process the inside of the chamber can be cooled down to approx 20 C or 40 C The moderate supply of the frozen sample with energy which is necessary during the main drying phase is ensured by heatable shelves on which the product is placed Sublimation Sublimation fr...

Page 103: ...e freeze dryer 75 Cleaning the accessories 74 Cleaning the freeze dryer 74 Click on touch 57 Cold trap operation 54 Commissioning 12 Compatibility test 23 Compliance with the EC health and safety directives 23 Condensate contaminated hazards 29 38 71 76 Connection 31 Connection hazards 26 Connection of the vacuum sensor 15 Connection requirements 84 Contaminated condensate hazards 29 38 71 76 Cont...

Page 104: ...aust filter 40 78 Explanation of symbols 12 Explanation of the symbols and notes 22 External data storage device 45 F Failure memory 61 Filling quantity 84 Final drying 20 Fire prevention 31 Form for the return of defective parts 82 Freeze dryer type 64 Freeze dryer cleaning and care 75 Freeze drying of acid containing products 11 Freeze drying of solvent containing products 9 23 Freeze drying pha...

Page 105: ...tenance vacuum sensor 79 Maintenance and service 74 Maintenance performed by the user 74 Malfunction of the pressure control valve 71 Malfunctions 68 Manufacturer 74 80 83 84 Manufacturer contact data 64 Marking of the unit 21 Materials of construction damage 74 Max humidity 85 Maximum current for the vacuum pump 40 Measures to be taken to ensure safe operation 31 Media drain 65 Media drain valve ...

Page 106: ...afety area 31 Safety data sheets 85 Safety devices 29 Safety distance 26 36 Safety instructions 9 11 Safety notes concerning set up and connection 25 Safety notes concerning the initial start up 25 Safety notes concerning the operation 26 Safety notes concerning the transport 25 Safety pressure 101 Safety conscious work 23 Scale unit unit of measurement 54 Schematic system diagram 46 Scope of supp...

Page 107: ...ransport to commissioning hazards general 25 Type 15 84 Type of connection 37 U Units of protection class I 37 USB process recorder 67 USB process recording 48 User interface 44 UV radiation 36 74 V Vacuum connection 15 85 Vacuum pump 40 Vacuum pump connection 84 Vacuum pump is not activated 69 Vacuum pump oil change 61 Vacuum pump cleaning and care 78 Vacuum sensor 38 71 85 Vacuum sensor maintena...