ES Series Lab Freezer
6
Installation
Positioning and Safely using the Freezer
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of the unit
falling over, do not tip beyond 10 degrees
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Make sure the equipment is placed in a dry, well
ventilated site, away from heat sources.
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The equipment must be placed on a level surface. If
necessary, adjust the feet on the product so the
equipment remains level during operation.
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The equipment should have enough clearance
around it to provide adequate ventilation
– 10cm at
each side, 6cm at the rear and 2.5cm at the top.
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Before ANY maintenance activity, pull the plug out
of the socket by gripping the plug, DO NOT pull on
the plug cord.
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DO NOT use extension cords.
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If the main power supply cord is damaged, it should
be replaced by a qualified service engineer.
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DO NOT attempt any repairs to the equipment
yourself (apart from those highlighted in the
Maintenance and Service Section). Repairs carried
out by someone without the relevant training are
putting their personal safety at risk and will
invalidate your warranty.
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Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol
cans with a flammable propellant in this equipment.
WARNING:
This equipment is only to be
operated by authorized personnel or
personnel who have correct knowledge on
how the equipment operates.
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Use this product only in the way described in the
product literature and in this manual. Before
using it, verify that this product is suitable for its
intended use. If the equipment is used in a
manner not specified by the manufacturer, the
protection provided by the equipment may be
impaired.
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DO NOT modify system components, especially
the controller. Use Thermo Scientific exact
replacement equipment or parts. Before use,
confirm that the product has not
been
altered in
anyway
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Your unit must be properly grounded in
conformity with national and local electrical
codes. Never connect the unit to overloaded
power sources.
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Disconnect the unit from all power sources
before cleaning, troubleshooting, or
performing other maintenance on the
product or its controls.
Transporting and Moving
the Freezer
The Freezer must always be moved in the vertical
position. The cabinet must not be tilted any more than
10°. If the cabinet is tilted more than 10°, the power
supply must not be connected until the equipment has
stood upright for at least 24 hours. Necessary equipment
to move the product is to be arranged by the user.
Electrical Connection
The equipment is intended for connection to alternating
current. The connection values for voltage (V) and
frequency (Hz) are declared on the name plate in the
cabinet. Power must be connected via a wall socket with
a switch. It is strongly recommended that the wall socket
is easily accessible. All earthing requirements stipulated
by the local electricity authority. The cabinet plug and wall
socket should give correct earthing. If in doubt, contact
your local supplier or an authorized electrician.
THIS EQUIPMENT MUST BE EARTHED.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the
manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified
persons in order to avoid a hazard.
The flexible cord (mains lead) fitted to this equipment
has three cores for use with a 3-pin 13-amp plug. If a
BS 1363 (13-amp) fused plug is used it should be fitted
with a 13-amp fuse. The cores in the mains lead are
colored in accordance with the following code:
GREEN AND YELLOW: EARTH
BLUE: NEUTRAL
BROWN: LIVE
These colors might not correspond with the color
markings identifying the terminals in your plug.
