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Issue 09/2021 Art. No. 7001-0319
Operating Manual
Translation of the original operating manual
KBF / KBF-UL (E6)
Constant climate chambers with program control
Model Model version Art. No.
KBF 115 KBF115-230V 9020-0320, 9120-0320
KBF 115-UL KBF115UL-240V 9020-0321, 9120-0321
KBF 240 KBF240-230V 9020-0322, 9120-0322
KBF 240-UL KBF240UL-240V 9020-0323, 9120-0323
KBF 720 KBF720-230V 9020-0324, 9120-0324
KBF 720-UL KBF720UL-240V 9020-0325, 9120-0325
KBF 1020 KBF1020-230V 9020-0326, 9120-0326
KBF 1020-UL KBF1020UL-240V 9020-0327, 9120-0327
KMF (E6)
Constant climate chambers
with enlarged temperature and humidity range
with program control
Model Model version Art. No.
KMF 115 KMF115-230V 9020-0341, 9120-0341
KMF115-240V 9020-0342, 9120-0342
KMF 240 KMF240-230V 9020-0343, 9120-0343
KMF240-240V 9020-0344, 9120-0344
KMF 720 KMF720-230V 9020-0345, 9120-0345
KMF720-240V 9020-0346, 9120-0346
BINDER GmbH
Address: Post office box 102, 78502 Tuttlingen, Germany Phone: +49 7462 2005 0
Fax: +49 7462 2005 100 Internet: http://www.binder-world.com
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Service Fax: +49 7462 2005 93 555 Service E-Mail: customerservice@binder-world.com
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Service Hotline Russia and CIS: +7 495 988 15 16

Table of Contents

Questions and Answers

  • D
    denise10Aug 19, 2025
    What to do if the Binder Laboratory Equipment chamber doesn’t heat up and the safety controller responds?
    • L
      leonard83Sep 12, 2025
      If the Binder Laboratory Equipment chamber is not heating up when turned on and the safety controller is responding, first acknowledge the alarm on the controller. Then, check the temperature setpoint setting. If necessary, select a suitable safety controller setpoint.
  • M
    Matthew SnyderAug 21, 2025
    How to fix low refrigerating performance in Binder Laboratory Equipment?
    • S
      stephen58Aug 21, 2025
      To address low or no refrigerating performance in your Binder Laboratory Equipment, ensure the ambient temperature is not higher than 25 °C / 77 °F by selecting a cooler place of installation. Also, make sure that the combination of temperature and humidity values are within the optimum range. Reduce any excessive external heat load. For compressor not turned on case, contact BINDER service.
  • S
    Samantha MunozAug 23, 2025
    Why is my Binder Laboratory Equipment chamber heating permanently?
    • H
      Hannah CareyAug 23, 2025
      If the Binder Laboratory Equipment chamber is heating permanently and not maintaining the set-point, calibrate and adjust the controller. For controller defective and semiconductor relay defective cases, contact BINDER service.
  • Q
    qpattersonAug 26, 2025
    How to resolve humidity fluctuation in Binder Laboratory Equipment?
    • D
      Donald BerryAug 26, 2025
      To resolve humidity fluctuations where the control accuracy of ± 3 % r.F. is not reached in your Binder Laboratory Equipment, replace the door gasket if it's defective. Additionally, reduce how frequently the door is opened.
  • D
    Donna FrancisAug 27, 2025
    What to do if the mechanical safety device class 3.2 responds in Binder Laboratory Equipment?
    • L
      Lauren PattersonAug 27, 2025
      If the mechanical safety device class 3.2 responds in your Binder Laboratory Equipment (with option safety device class 3.3), acknowledge the alarm on the controller. Check the temperature set-point and safety device class 3.2 settings. Adjust the limit value as needed. For controller or safety device defective case, contact BINDER service.
  • J
    Jeffrey JohnsonAug 30, 2025
    What to do if there is an electrical hazard during live maintenance work on a Binder climate chamber?
    • P
      Patrick HoweAug 30, 2025
      To avoid electrical hazards during maintenance, ensure the Binder climate chamber does not get wet. Do not remove the rear panel and always disconnect the chamber by turning off the main power switch and pulling the power plug before starting maintenance. Ensure that only licensed electricians or experts authorized by BINDER conduct general maintenance. Maintenance on the refrigeration system should only be performed by qualified personnel trained according to EN 13313:2010, such as a refrigeration technician with certified expert knowledge, following national statutory regulations.
  • T
    tmartinezSep 1, 2025
    How to troubleshoot low dehumidification in Binder Laboratory Equipment?
    • L
      Louis BennettSep 1, 2025
      To address low or no dehumidification in your Binder Laboratory Equipment, turn on the humidity control.
  • S
    Sara SotoSep 3, 2025
    How to deal with humidity and temperature fluctuation in Binder Laboratory Equipment?
    • D
      David GrossSep 3, 2025
      To correct humidity and temperature fluctuations greater than 1 °C with a set-point approximately 3 °C above ambient temperature in your Binder Laboratory Equipment, select a cooler place of installation or contact BINDER service.
  • E
    Edward HoSep 5, 2025
    How to prevent condensation in the inner chamber of Binder Laboratory Equipment?
    • J
      Jesse BrownSep 5, 2025
      If you see condensation at the walls of the inner chamber of your Binder Laboratory Equipment, select a combination of temperature and humidity values in the optimum range. If the set-point was too long below ambient temperature, defrost the chamber.
  • A
    Alyssa LopezSep 7, 2025
    How to improve humidity and temperature accuracy in Binder Laboratory Equipment?
    • T
      Tyler PerrySep 7, 2025
      To improve low humidity and temperature accuracy in your Binder Laboratory Equipment, set the fan speed to 100%.

Summary

1. Safety

1.1 Personnel Qualification

Requirements for qualified personnel for chamber installation and operation.

1.7 General Safety Instructions on Installing and Operating the Chambers

General safety guidelines for chamber installation and operation.

1.8 Intended Use

Specifies the intended applications and limitations of the chambers.

1.9 Foreseeable Misuse

Lists potential misuses and associated risks of the chambers.

1.10 Residual Risks

Identifies unavoidable risks and necessary precautions during operation.

1.12 Measures to Prevent Accidents

Manufacturer's measures and user precautions to prevent accidents.

3. Completeness of Delivery, Transportation, Storage, and Installation

3.2 Guidelines for Safe Lifting and Transportation

Procedures for safe lifting, moving, and transporting chambers.

3.4 Location of Installation and Ambient Conditions

Requirements for installation site, ambient temperature, humidity, and distances.

4. Installation and Connections

4.3 Freshwater Supply

Procedures for connecting freshwater supply and water quality requirements.

4.4 Electrical Connection

Details on connecting the chamber to the power supply and voltage specifications.

5. Functional Overview of the MB2 Chamber Controller

5.1 Operating Functions in Normal Display

Overview of controls and displays in the normal operating mode.

5.2 Display Views: Normal, Program, and Chart-Recorder

Explains different display modes for chamber data.

5.4 Operating Modes

Details on available operating modes: Idle, Fixed Value, Timer, Time, Week.

5.5 Controller Menu Structure

Overview of the controller's menu hierarchy and navigation.

6. Start Up

7. Set-Point Entry in “Fixed Value” Operating Mode

7.1 Set-Point Entry via “Setpoints” Menu

How to enter setpoints for temp, humidity, and fan speed via the menu.

8. Timer Program: Stopwatch Function

9. Time Programs

9.4 Creating a New Time Program

Guide to creating and naming new time programs.

9.5 Program Editor: Program Management

Managing programs, including editing, copying, and deleting.

9.6 Section Editor: Section Management

Editing, copying, inserting, deleting, and adding program sections.

9.7 Value Entry for a Program Section

Entering values for duration, setpoints, and transitions in program sections.

10. Week Programs

10.3 Creating a New Week Program

Guide to creating and naming new week programs.

10.4 Program Editor: Program Management

Managing week programs, including editing, copying, and deleting.

10.5 Section Editor: Section Management

Editing, copying, inserting, deleting, and adding sections to week programs.

10.6 Value Entry for a Program Section

Entering values for weekday, start time, and setpoints in week program sections.

11. Notification and Alarm Functions

11.1.2 Alarm Messages

Details of alarm messages, their causes, and start times.

11.2 State of Alarm

Visual and audible indications of alarm states.

11.3 Resetting an Alarm, List of Active Alarms

How to acknowledge and view active alarms.

12. Temperature Safety Devices

12.1 Over Temperature Protective Device (Class 1)

Description of the internal class 1 over-temperature protection.

12.2 Overtemperature Safety Controller Class 3.1

Details on the electronic overtemperature safety controller.

12.2.1 Safety Controller Modes

Explanation of "Limit" and "Offset" modes for the safety controller.

12.2.2 Setting the Safety Controller

How to configure the safety controller's mode and setpoint.

12.3 Temperature Safety Device Class 3.3 (Option)

Description of optional over/under temperature safety devices.

12.3.1 Temperature Safety Device Class 3.1

Detailed guide on setting and checking the class 3.1 safety device.

12.3.2 Temperature Safety Device Class 3.2

Detailed guide on setting and checking the class 3.2 safety device.

13. User Management

13.1 Authorization Levels and Password Protection

Explanation of user authorization levels and password protection.

13.2 Log In

Steps for logging into the controller with user credentials.

13.5 Password Assignment and Password Change

How to assign and change passwords for authorization levels.

14. General Controller Settings

14.5 Network and Communication

Settings for network and communication interfaces.

14.5.2 Ethernet

Ethernet configuration including IP address and DNS settings.

14.6 USB Menu: Data Transfer via USB Interface

Transferring data and software updates via USB.

15. General Information

15.5 Self-Test Function

Performing automated checks for chamber functionality and fault analysis.

17. Humidification; Dehumidification System

17.1 Function of the Humidifying and Dehumidifying System

Explanation of how the humidity system works, including freshwater supply.

18. Defrosting at Refrigerating Operation

19. Options

19.1 APT-COM 4 Multi Management Software (Option)

Description of the APT-COM™ software for chamber management.

20. Cleaning and Decontamination

20.1 Cleaning

Guidelines for cleaning the chamber interior and exterior surfaces.

20.2 Decontamination; Chemical Disinfection

Procedures for decontamination and chemical disinfection of the chamber.

21. Maintenance and Service, Troubleshooting, Repair, Testing

21.2 Maintenance Intervals, Service

Recommended maintenance intervals and service requirements.

21.3 Simple Troubleshooting

Basic troubleshooting steps for common chamber issues.

23. Technical Description

23.4 KBF; KBF-UL Technical Data

Technical specifications for KBF/KBF-UL models.

23.5 KMF Technical Data

Technical specifications for KMF models.

Binder KBF 1020 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandBinder
ModelKBF 1020
CategoryLaboratory Equipment
LanguageEnglish

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