Christ Alpha 3-4 LSCbasic, Operating Manual

Page 1: ...anslation of the original operating manuel sb pe Rev 1 2 of 05 03 2019 Alpha 3 4 LSCbasic Version 11 2018 Alpha 3 4 LSCbasic Part no 102394 102395 Freeze dryer Operating Manual Please retain for later use ...

Page 2: ...Freeze dryer Alpha 3 4 LSCbasic 2 97 Version 11 2018 Rev 1 2 of 05 03 2019 sb pe Translation of the original operating manuel ...

Page 3: ...al operating manuel 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 3 4 LSCbasic 4 97 Version 11 2018 Rev 1 2 of 05 03 2019 sb pe Translation of the original operating manuel ...

Page 5: ... 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 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 2...

Page 6: ...ort 33 4 4 Packaging 34 4 5 Transport locking devices 34 5 Set up and connection 35 5 1 Location of use 35 5 2 Power supply 36 5 2 1 Connection 36 5 2 2 Customer provided fuses 36 5 3 Aeration valve 36 5 4 Media drain valve 37 5 5 Vacuum sensor 37 5 6 Vacuum pump 39 5 7 Pressure control valve 40 5 8 Installation of the accessories 41 5 8 1 Rubber valves 42 6 Operation 44 6 1 Initial start up 44 6 ...

Page 7: ...1 1 General 75 8 1 2 Ice condenser chamber 76 8 1 3 Aeration valve media drain valve 76 8 1 4 Heat exchanger only for air cooled freeze dryers 77 8 1 5 Vacuum pump 78 8 1 6 Exhaust filter oil mist separator 78 8 1 7 Vacuum sensor 79 8 1 8 Accessories 79 8 2 Disinfection of the drying chamber and accessories 80 8 3 Service 80 8 4 Return of defective parts 81 9 Disposal 82 9 1 Disposal of the freeze...

Page 8: ...Freeze dryer Alpha 3 4 LSCbasic Table of contents 8 97 Version 11 2018 Rev 1 2 of 05 03 2019 sb pe Translation of the original operating manuel ...

Page 9: ...vaccines and pharmaceutical products such as chloramphenicol streptomycin vitamins ferments and plant extracts for biochemical tests The solvents that are used must be of the temperature classes T1 to T4 as per DIN EN 60079 0 2014 06 We recommend performing a workplace evaluation in terms of the handling of flammable solutions in accordance with the local labour legislation Any other use beyond th...

Page 10: ...nings in the operating manual improper installation start up operation and maintenance of the freeze dryer 1 4 Copyright The copyright concerning the operating manual remains with Martin Christ Gefriertrocknungsanlagen GmbH The operating manual is solely intended for the operator and their personnel It includes instructions and information that may not be duplicated distributed or communicated in ...

Page 11: ... valves including a glass cover 121212 Solvent package universal part no 102395 includes Name Part number Freeze dryer Alpha 3 4 LSCbasic 102372 Capacitive vacuum sensor 125491 Vacuum pump RC6 125295 Corrugated hose stainless steel 510075 Reducing adapter DN 25 DN 16 141717 Pressure control valve 125908 Base plate stainless steel 120921 Guide tube 122036 3 shelves 120903 Adapter ring 113412 Drying...

Page 12: ... and mode of operation 2 1 Layout of the freeze dryer 2 1 1 Functional and operating elements 1 Ice condenser chamber 2 LSCbasic user see chapter 6 4 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 13: ...t and mode of operation Version 11 2018 Rev 1 2 of 05 03 2019 sb pe 13 97 Translation of the original operating manuel 7 Aeration valve 8 Media drain valve Fig 3 Left side of the freeze dryer 9 Touchpanel Fig 4 User interface with touchpanel ...

Page 14: ...ectrical 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 1 st stage 4 Nominal voltage 5 Year of manufacture month year 6 Part number 7 Ref...

Page 15: ...o 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 function of the pressur...

Page 16: ...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 press...

Page 17: ... 2019 sb pe 17 97 Translation of the original operating manuel Fig 8 Freeze drying phases NOTE Please find further information about basic principles optimum procedures and applications in the brochure Smart freeze drying which can be downloaded at www martinchrist de Applications Lyophilisation ...

Page 18: ...released water vapour 2 2 2 2 Freezing First the product that is to be dried is frozen Especially in the case of small filling quantities we recommend pre cooling the shelves as well in order to prevent the product from thawing during the evacuation Two very different structures of the frozen material can be distinguished crystalline structures with clearly distinguishable crystals amorphous struc...

Page 19: ...s is due to the pumping effect of the ice condenser cryo pumping effect The required drying time depends strongly on the drying vacuum At 1 0 mbar one gram of ice takes up a volume of 1 m3 of vapour at 0 1 mbar a volume of 10 m3 of vapour and at 0 001 mbar a volume of 100 m3 The closer the vacuum is to the solidification point the smaller is the resulting vapour volume The drying rate increases an...

Page 20: ...ith a hot gas defrosting system In order to defrost the ice condenser heated refrigerant is fed through the heating coil In addition the bottom of the ice condenser chamber is heated by way of a heating collar In order to avoid damage the condensate must be drained off through the media drain valve directly after the completion of the defrosting process Then any residual water must be removed from...

Page 21: ...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 they must be re...

Page 22: ... 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 to life endanger...

Page 23: ...Freeze drying products with a high solvent concentration may lead to the formation of potentially explosive gas mixtures This is why the operator must provide standard operating procedures SOPs for the freeze drying of the various products including specifications concerning the chamber pressure The solvents that are used must be of the temperature classes T1 to T4 as per DIN EN 60079 0 2014 06 Th...

Page 24: ...h 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 l...

Page 25: ...nd 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 transport thorou...

Page 26: ...l or mechanical components Work on the power supply system must only be performed by certified electricians Inspect the electrical equipment of the unit 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 to protect all per...

Page 27: ...intenance personnel When performing maintenance work on parts coming into contact with the product e g all parts inside the chamber the personnel may be exposed to product residues Skin contact or the inhalation of particles may cause severe damage to health depending on the product in question Operating personnel Wear suitable protective clothes gloves and respiratory protection Maintenance perso...

Page 28: ...ing the surfaces Wear suitable protective clothes and gloves Do not touch the surfaces on purpose 3 7 7 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 suitable protective clothes and gloves Do not touch the surfaces o...

Page 29: ...diately 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 sterile manner e g wi...

Page 30: ...hat 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 dangerous goods in the safety area of the freeze dryer Do ...

Page 31: ...ing 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 problems...

Page 32: ... mm 80 mm vacuum connection Weight approx 86 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 must be applied when packing and storing the freeze drye...

Page 33: ...t 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 9 Lifting the freeze dryer CAUTION The freeze dryer Alpha 3 4 LSCbasic weighs approx 86 kg CAUTION The centre of gra...

Page 34: ...of the crate cardboard box When lifting the unit always reach under the freeze dryer from the side CAUTION The freeze dryer Alpha 3 4 LSCbasic weighs approx 86 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 locking devices Prior to commissioning the following transport locking devices must ...

Page 35: ...l 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 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 the freeze drye...

Page 36: ...ipotential bonding screw is located on the back below the mains power input see chapter 2 1 1 Functional and operating elements This equipotential bonding screw can be used to perform an earth conductor check 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 5 3 Aeration valve The aeration valve is located on top ...

Page 37: ... dirt residues from being sucked into the ice condenser chamber if there is negative pressure when the media drain valve is opened 5 5 Vacuum sensor NOTE Please refer to the separate operating manual of the vacuum sensor In order to protect the vacuum sensor against transport damage it comes supplied in its original packaging Prior to commissioning the freeze dryer the sensor must be installed 1 V...

Page 38: ...TE It is absolutely essential to comply with the manufacturer s instructions in the separate operating manual of the vacuum sensor Pfeiffer CMR 363 capacitive Fig 12 Vacuum sensor 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 ...

Page 39: ...gher 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 must be retained or discharged via an exhaust filter oil mist separator We strongly recommend using an oil mist separator ...

Page 40: ...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 valve 2 Connection to the vacuum pump Fig 14 Installation of the pressure contro...

Page 41: ...ssories of the respective packages see chapter 1 7 Scope of supply must be installed as shown in the illustrations below Solvent package for round bottles part no 102394 1 Freeze dryer 2 Vacuum pump 3 Reducing adapter DN 25 DN 16 4 Corrugated hose stainless steel 5 Glass cover 6 Vacuum sensor 7 Manifold 8 Rubber valve Fig 15 Freeze dryer Alpha 3 4 LSCbasic with solvent package for round bottles ...

Page 42: ... 9 Drying chamber made of real glass with three shelves inside 10 Connecting ring with rubber valves 11 Glass cover Fig 16 Freeze dryer Alpha 3 4 LSCbasic with solvent package 5 8 1 Rubber valves The rubber valves enable the connection of round bottom flasks wide neck filter bottles or distributors for ampoules to a manifold or drying chamber Depending on the connector of the components the blue p...

Page 43: ...rder 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 drying chamber is maintained As a result vessels can be exchanged without any interruption of the drying process In position B the aeration connector is closed and the vessel connector is open The connected ...

Page 44: ... Set up and connection 6 2 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 3 Switching the freeze dryer on Actuate the mains switch The control unit performs a self test and an initialisation This may...

Page 45: ...e drying processes The clear user interface enables the intuitive operation of the unit Fig 19 Start screen of the LSCbasic control unit example 6 4 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 ...

Page 46: ...ssignment and expediting of the processing of the enquiries 6 4 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 ...

Page 47: ...nts are displayed in green Touching a component calls up its name and reference designation Fig 22 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 parameters opens...

Page 48: ...e 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 screenshot The other va...

Page 49: ...ing Option Lifting hoist1 see chapter 6 5 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 input window wit...

Page 50: ...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 acknowledged yet 2 The fau...

Page 51: ...unter and time stamp of the last error 8 Arrow buttons Fig 28 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 with this functi...

Page 52: ...he functionality and processes of the freeze dryer Fig 30 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 Procedure In the main...

Page 53: ... 18 h and chamber volume see the technical 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 ste...

Page 54: ...a 3 4 LSCbasic 6 Operation 54 97 Version 11 2018 Rev 1 2 of 05 03 2019 sb pe Translation of the original operating manuel Button Stop 8 Pressing this button stops the current process The freeze dryer switches to standby ...

Page 55: ...asic 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 32 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 33 Dialogue box Change la...

Page 56: ...n 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 the CHRIST LyoCub...

Page 57: ...f 05 03 2019 sb pe 57 97 Translation of the original operating manuel Fig 35 Dialogue box Freeze drying process Administration Administration options 1 Date Time 2 Network 3 System properties 4 Access protection 5 Device options Fig 36 Dialogue box Options Administration ...

Page 58: ... battery buffered clock After a failure of the buffer battery the date and time must be reset Fig 37 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 38 Dialogue box Change network settings System properties 3 This dialogue box is used to change the system settin...

Page 59: ...e 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 pressure control valve will close at an ice condenser te...

Page 60: ...ccess 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 symbol will be displ...

Page 61: ... 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 5 Optional extensions Options that require a series number specific release code are marked with the symbol Fi...

Page 62: ...refrigeration unit vacuum pump or pressure control valve In addition to the name the respective reference designation is also displayed These data are provided for informational purposes only They cannot be edited Fig 45 Dialogue box Operating hours here refrigeration unit 1 1 Failure memory 2 The failure memory stores the most recent messages of the process and equipment information system The me...

Page 63: ...ry Vacuum pump oil change 3 The system monitors the oil change interval of the vacuum pump The interval can be adapted to the vacuum pump model and utilisation When the end of an oil change interval is reached a corresponding message will be displayed Acknowledge the message Change the oil of the vacuum pump Reset the operating hour counter in the dialogue box Vacuum pump oil change by way of the ...

Page 64: ...Acknowledge the message Make an appointment for the maintenance of your freeze dryer After the maintenance our service engineer will reset the operating hour counter in the dialogue box Maintenance Fig 48 Dialogue box Maintenance 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 incorr...

Page 65: ... 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 4 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 4 2 1 Entering set values Then the fr...

Page 66: ...hase 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 dryer remains in the Run mode until the enquiry is confirmed The process can be stopped ...

Page 67: ... 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 possible maximum or minimum value 6 Input of a value via the numerical keypad 7 Button f...

Page 68: ...ed 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 4 1 1 Main window Process dialogue box Tools This feature enables the recording of a running process on a USB storage medium After the end o...

Page 69: ...ment 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 manner between th...

Page 70: ...mperature During the start the error message Refrigeration unit 1 2 overpressure is displayed Excessive ambient temperature Longer period of non utilisation of the freeze dryer Decrease the ambient temperature Acknowledge the message If the message is displayed repeatedly inform the service department see chapter 7 3 Service contact NOTE If it is impossible to eliminate the errors contact the Chri...

Page 71: ...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 53 Small flange and c...

Page 72: ...ssure 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 personnel see chapter 7 3 Service contact 7 1 2 4 Rubber valves In order to identify a leaking rubber valve the valves must be checked individually Remove the rubber valve and seal the connection at the drying chamber with a rubber sto...

Page 73: ...he refrigeration system is insufficient when the refrigeration system is overloaded In these cases the refrigeration unit will be switched off automatically If the permissible operating 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...

Page 74: ...are 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 of your freeze ...

Page 75: ... 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 8 1 Maintenance 8 1 1 General The general state of the freeze dryer must be checked at regular intervals Any defec...

Page 76: ...es clean immediately with a suitable decontamination agent Clean immediately after use at a low temperature with a short application time and low alkalinity Do not use cleaning agents with abrasive particles Do not use abrasive sponges for cleaning Avoid longer periods of application of strongly alkaline media at more than 70 C Avoid strong mechanical stress during cleaning 8 1 2 Ice condenser cha...

Page 77: ...r cooled freeze dryers A lamellar heat exchanger is used for cooling the refrigerant that is compressed by the refrigeration unit This air cooled heat exchanger is located at the back of the unit see chapter 2 1 1 Functional and operating elements Dust and dirt impair the cooling effect of the air flow Dust on the lamellas prevents the exchange of heat and thereby impairs the performance and power...

Page 78: ...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 6 Exhaust filter oil mist s...

Page 79: ...that will ensure operational safety at the same time Chemical reactions as well as stress corrosion combination of oscillating pressure and chemical reaction can affect or destroy the metal and plastic parts Barely detectable cracks on the surface can expand and weaken the material without any visible signs Check the material regularly at least once a month for cracks visible damage of the surface...

Page 80: ...8 3 Service DANGER In the event of service work that requires the removal of the panels there is a risk of electric shock or mechanical injury Only qualified specialist personnel is authorised to perform this service work The freeze dryer is subject to high mechanical stress In order to be able to withstand this high level of stress high quality components were used during the production of the fr...

Page 81: ...tely and signed by authorised specialist personnel only Affix the original form in a clearly visible manner to the outside of the packaging NOTE We will return the part unit if no declaration of decontamination is provided 2 Form for the return 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 p...

Page 82: ... 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 83: ...2 drying in round bottom flasks 12 pieces Connection requirements without vacuum pump and accessories Electrical connection 1 x 230 V 50 Hz other supply data on request Protection class I IP protection category according to DIN 60529 11 Apparent power 1 8 kVA Nominal current 8 0 A Mains fuse 12 A Pressure control valve connection 230 V 50 60 Hz 20 VA max Vacuum pump connection 230 V 50 60 Hz 4 0 A...

Page 84: ...4 m 3 h Heat carried off via the cooling water 1 7 kW Cooling water feed flow connection R3 4 with hose nozzle DN13 Cooling water return flow connection R3 4 with hose nozzle DN13 10 1 Umgebungsbeding ung en 10 1 Ambient conditions 10 1 Umgebungsbeding ung en The figures are valid for an ambient temperature of 20 C Allowable ambient temperature 10 C to 25 C Max humidity 85 non condensing at 25 C 1...

Page 85: ...lpha 3 4 LSCbasic 11 Appendix Version 11 2018 Rev 1 2 of 05 03 2019 sb pe 85 97 Translation of the original operating manuel 11 Appendix 11 1 EC declaration of conformity in accordance with the EC Machinery Directive ...

Page 86: ...Freeze dryer Alpha 3 4 LSCbasic 11 Appendix 86 97 Version 11 2018 Rev 1 2 of 05 03 2019 sb pe Translation of the original operating manuel ...

Page 87: ...Freeze dryer Alpha 3 4 LSCbasic 11 Appendix Version 11 2018 Rev 1 2 of 05 03 2019 sb pe 87 97 Translation of the original operating manuel 11 2 Declaration of conformity China RoHS 2 ...

Page 88: ...Freeze dryer Alpha 3 4 LSCbasic 11 Appendix 88 97 Version 11 2018 Rev 1 2 of 05 03 2019 sb pe Translation of the original operating manuel ...

Page 89: ...r Alpha 3 4 LSCbasic 11 Appendix Version 11 2018 Rev 1 2 of 05 03 2019 sb pe 89 97 Translation of the original operating manuel 11 3 EC declaration of conformity in accordance with the Pressure Equipment Directive ...

Page 90: ...Freeze dryer Alpha 3 4 LSCbasic 11 Appendix 90 97 Version 11 2018 Rev 1 2 of 05 03 2019 sb pe Translation of the original operating manuel ...

Page 91: ...uct into the freeze dryer the 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 re...

Page 92: ...s frozen as a result of the 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...

Page 93: ...k on touch 59 Cold trap operation 56 Condensate contaminated hazards 28 Connection 36 Connection hazards 26 Connection requirements 83 Contaminated condensate hazards 28 Contaminated defrosting water hazards 28 Control system type 65 Cooling system 84 Copyright 10 Corrosion 75 79 Cost estimate 81 Cracks 79 Customer provided fuses 36 D Dangerous materials 80 Data interface LAN 84 Date Time 58 Decla...

Page 94: ...neral malfunctions 69 General work maintenance 75 H Hazard warnings 9 10 Hazards acids 27 Hazards connection 26 Hazards contaminated condensate 28 Hazards contaminated defrosting water 28 Hazards electricity 26 Hazards general transport to commissioning 25 Hazards products harmful 27 Hazards refrigeration system 27 Hazards set up 25 Hazards surfaces cold 28 Hazards surfaces hot 28 Hazards transpor...

Page 95: ... Operating mode select start 51 Operating personnel 24 Operating state 46 Operating voltage 36 Operational safety 79 Operator maintenance administrator password 61 Option Leakage test 53 Option USB process recording 49 Optional extensions 68 P Packaging 34 82 Part number 14 83 Password input fails 69 Password timer runtime 60 Pathogenic substances 76 80 Performance data 83 Performance test 52 Phys...

Page 96: ...st personnel 72 77 80 81 Standard unit test 52 Standards and regulations 10 Starting a freeze drying process 65 Status line 46 Storage 32 Storage and transport 32 Storage conditions 32 Stress corrosion 79 Sublimation 92 Supply voltage 36 Surfaces cold hazards 28 Surfaces hot hazards 28 Switching the freeze dryer OFF 68 Switching the freeze dryer on 44 System check 28 System properties 58 T Technic...

Page 97: ...yer Alpha 3 4 LSCbasic Index Version 11 2018 Rev 1 2 of 05 03 2019 sb pe 97 97 Translation of the original operating manuel Warranty and liability 10 Water cooling system 84 Weight 32 83 Y Year of manufacture 14 ...