BUCHI Recirculating Chiller F-125 - Manual (Page 14)

5 Putting into operation
14 F-125 Manual, Version B
5 Putting into operation
This section describes how the instrument has to be installed. It also gives instructions for the initial
start-up.
NOTE
Inspect the instrument for damage during unpacking. If necessary, prepare a status report immedia-
tely and inform customer support and your local BUCHI representative. Keep the original packaging
for future transportation.
Also adhere to all instructions concerning transport as described in section 9.1, Storage and trans-
port.
To move the instrument, loosen the clamps of the wheels, move the instrument and afterwards
secure the wheels by the clamps again.
5 .1 Installation site
Put the instrument onto a clean, stable and horizontal surface. Consider the maximum product dimen-
sions and weight. Obtain the environmental conditions as described in section 3.1, technical data.
Installation prerequisites and installation steps:
Do not place any objects in front or behind the instrument. •
The instrument must have a clearance of 40 cm between itself and the wall, both in front and •
behind (sufficient cooling).
Do not place containers, chemicals or other items behind the instrument.
•
NOTE
After transport, wait at least 1 hour before switching on the chiller! Within this time the refrigerant •
gathers in the compressor, avoiding damage to the compressor.
To ensure that the power can be cut by unplugging in case of an emergency, the mains plug must
•
not be blocked by the instruments or any other items!
Depending on the environmental conditions, condensation water at the cooling tubes and all other
•
cold surfaces of the instruments may collect!
! DANGER
Death or serious injuries when used in explosive environments.
Do not store or operate the instrument in explosive environments •
Remove all sources of flammable vapors •
Do not store chemicals in the vicinity of the device •
! WARNING
Stumbling or falling due to improper installation of the cables and hoses.
The length of the cables and hoses should be kept as short as possible •
If possible, avoid installing cables and hoses in aisle areas •
If installation of cables and hoses in aisle areas is unavoidable, use an adequate protective •
pad in order to avoid the danger of stumbling and damage