Martin Christ Epsilon 2-4 LSCplus - Manual (Page 5)

Freeze-dryer EPSILON 1-4 LSCplus
Freeze-dryer EPSILON 2-4 LSCplus
Table of contents
Version 04/2014, Rev. 1.4 of 09/12/2014 • sb
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Translation of the original operating manual
1 General information ............................................................................................................. 9
1.1 Importance of the operating manual .................................................................................. 9
1.2 Intended use ..................................................................................................................... 9
1.3 Warranty and liability ....................................................................................................... 10
1.4 Copyright ........................................................................................................................ 10
1.5 Explanation of symbols ................................................................................................... 10
1.6 Standards and regulations .............................................................................................. 10
1.7 Scope of supply .............................................................................................................. 11
2 Layout and mode of operation .......................................................................................... 12
2.1 Layout of the freeze-dryer ............................................................................................... 12
2.1.1 Functional and operating elements ............................................................................ 12
2.1.2 Name plate ................................................................................................................ 16
2.2 Mode of operation ........................................................................................................... 17
2.2.1 General information on freeze-drying ......................................................................... 17
2.2.2 Freeze-drying process ............................................................................................... 19
2.2.2.1 Preparation ........................................................................................................ 19
2.2.2.2 Freezing ............................................................................................................. 20
2.2.2.3 Main drying ........................................................................................................ 21
2.2.2.4 Final drying ........................................................................................................ 21
2.2.2.5 End of drying and aeration ................................................................................. 22
2.2.2.6 Defrosting .......................................................................................................... 22
3 Safety .................................................................................................................................. 23
3.1 Marking of the unit .......................................................................................................... 23
3.2 Explanation of the symbols and notes ............................................................................. 24
3.3 Responsibility of the operator .......................................................................................... 25
3.4 Operating personnel ....................................................................................................... 25
3.5 Informal safety instructions ............................................................................................. 25
3.6 Safety instructions........................................................................................................... 26
3.6.1 Electrical safety ......................................................................................................... 26
3.6.2 Mechanical safety ...................................................................................................... 27
3.6.2.1 Pressure relief device......................................................................................... 27
3.6.3 Fire prevention ........................................................................................................... 28
3.6.4 Thermal safety ........................................................................................................... 28
3.6.5 Chemical and biological safety................................................................................... 28
3.7 Safety devices ................................................................................................................ 29
3.7.1 System check ............................................................................................................ 29
3.7.2 Earth conductor check ............................................................................................... 29
3.8 Procedures in the event of hazards and accidents .......................................................... 30
3.9 Remaining hazards ......................................................................................................... 30