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Binder KBF Series - User Manual

Binder KBF Series
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KBF (E5.2)
Constant climate chambers with program control
Service Manual
valid for the following models of KBF, starting with serial no. 09-11327:
Model
order no.
KBF 115 (E5.2)
9020-0139, 9120-0139
KBF 115-UL (E5.2)
9020-0184, 9120-0184
KBF 240 (E5.2)
9020-0150, 9120-0150
KBF 240-UL (E5.2)
9020-0176, 9120-0176
KBF 720 (E5.2)
9020-0108, 9120-0108
KBF 720-UL (E5.2)
9020-0168, 9120-0168
Issue 04-2015 order no. 7001-0203

Table of Contents

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Summary

Preface

General Guidelines

General operational and safety guidelines for the service manual.

Syntax Conventions

Explanation of symbols and text formatting used in the manual.

Safety Instructions and Symbols

Details on warning levels, symbols, and their meanings.

General Safety Instructions

Qualification of Service Personnel

Requirements and qualifications for personnel performing service.

Dangers and Hazards

Identifies potential dangers like electric shock, cutting injuries, and mechanical damages.

Maintenance

Safety Check (DIN VDE 0701-0702)

Procedure for safety checks according to DIN VDE standard after repair.

Troubleshooting

General Electrical Faults

Diagnosing and resolving common electrical issues in the unit.

Heating System Faults

Troubleshooting guide for problems related to the heating system.

Cooling System Faults

Diagnosing and resolving issues within the unit's cooling system.

Functional Check of the Cooling System

Procedures for testing the proper operation of the cooling system.

Errors in the Humidification Module

Identifying and resolving malfunctions in the humidification system.

Repair Work at the Housing

Replacing the Lower Front Housing Cover

Step-by-step guide to replace the front lower housing cover.

Replacing the Pen Recorder

Instructions for removing and installing the pen recorder unit.

Replacing the Rear Panel

Procedure for replacing the rear panel of the unit.

Replacing the Silicone Access Port

Guide for removing and installing the silicone access port.

Replacing the Castors

Steps involved in replacing the unit's castors.

Repair Work at the Outer Door

Aligning the Outer Door

Procedures for aligning the outer door and its components, including hinges and holder lug.

Checking and Replacing Outer Door Components

Procedures for checking and replacing various outer door parts like interior side, hinge cover, gasket, etc.

Replacing the Triangle Instrument Box

Procedures for removing, dismantling, and replacing components of the triangle instrument box.

Replacing the Closing Device of the Outer Door

Instructions for replacing the door's closing mechanism and related parts.

Repair Work at the Inner and Outer Chamber

Replacing the Glass Door

Procedures for replacing the glass door assembly.

Replacing the Closing Device of the Glass Door

Instructions for replacing the glass door's closing mechanism.

Replacing the Glass Door Gasket

Steps to replace the gasket on the glass door.

Replacing the Fan (-4 M1)

Guide for removing and installing the internal fan unit.

Replacing the Frame Gasket

Instructions for replacing the gasket around the inner chamber frame.

Checking and Replacing the Frame Heating Wire

Procedures to check and replace the frame heating wire.

Replacing the Inner Chamber and Gaskets

Steps to replace the inner chamber and its associated gaskets.

Testing and Replacing the Heating Element

Procedures for testing and replacing the heating element.

Checking and Replacing the Inner Chamber Pt 100 Temperature Sensor

Guide to check and replace the Pt 100 temperature sensor.

Checking and Replacing the Humidity Sensor and Sensor Board

Procedures for checking and replacing the humidity sensor and its board.

Replacing the Temperature Fuse

Instructions for replacing the temperature fuse.

Repair Work at Electric and Electronic Components

Activating and Replacing the Miniature Circuit Breaker

Procedures for resetting or replacing the miniature circuit breaker.

Replacing the Power Cord with Plug

Instructions for replacing the unit's power cord and plug.

Replacing the Line Filter

Steps to replace the line filter component.

Checking and Replacing Main and Humidity Switches

Procedures for testing and replacing the main and humidity switches.

Removing Electric Mounting Plates

Guide for safely removing electric mounting plates from the machine room.

Components of Standard Electric Mounting Plate

Identification and description of components on the standard electric mounting plate.

Components of Optional Electric Mounting Plate

Identification and description of components on the optional electric mounting plate.

Controller MB1 I;O Board

Details on the controller board, including pin configurations and jumper settings.

Replacing the Controller MB1 I;O Board

Step-by-step instructions for replacing the controller MB1 I/O board.

Replacing the Controller Display

Guide for removing and installing the controller display unit.

Replacing Individual mTRON Relay Modules

Procedures for replacing mTRON relay and I/O modules.

Replacing the RS422; Ethernet Converter

Instructions for replacing the RS422 / Ethernet converter.

Replacing the 24 V Power Supply Unit

Steps to replace the 24V power supply unit.

Humidifying and Dehumidifying System

General Information

Overview of the humidity system, its functions, and operational ranges.

Humidification Module Variant A

Details on variant A, including functional description, flow charts, and dismantling.

Humidification Module Variant B

Information specific to variant B, including its function and hydraulic scheme.

Replacing the Complete Humidification Module

Step-by-step guide for replacing the entire humidification module.

Checking the Steam Boiler

Procedures for checking the steam boiler component of the humidification module.

Repair Work at the Cooling System

General Information on Cooling System Repair

Important safety and general information before repairing the cooling system.

Required Tools for Cooling System Repair

Lists special tools needed for repairing the cooling system.

Replacing the Condenser Fan

Instructions for replacing the condenser fan unit.

Replacing the Capillary Tubes

Procedures for replacing capillary tubes in the cooling system.

Checking the Step Motor Valve

Guide to check the functionality and resistance of the step motor valve.

Interface Board for Step Motor Valve

Information on the interface board IB3 for the step motor valve.

Overview of the Cooling Cycle

Diagram and explanation of the cooling system's components and flow.

Calibrating and Adjusting Temperature and Humidity Control

General Execution of Calibration

General steps and requirements for performing calibration.

Calibrating and Adjusting Points

Defining the set points for temperature and humidity calibration.

Calibrating and Adjusting the Temperature Controller

Procedures for resetting, calibrating, and adjusting the temperature controller.

Setting the Door Heating Correction

Steps to set the door heating correction parameter.

Calibrating and Adjusting the Humidity Controller

Procedures for resetting, calibrating, and adjusting the humidity controller.

Spare Parts

Parts Subject to Wear

Revision History

Summary

Preface

General Guidelines

General operational and safety guidelines for the service manual.

Syntax Conventions

Explanation of symbols and text formatting used in the manual.

Safety Instructions and Symbols

Details on warning levels, symbols, and their meanings.

General Safety Instructions

Qualification of Service Personnel

Requirements and qualifications for personnel performing service.

Dangers and Hazards

Identifies potential dangers like electric shock, cutting injuries, and mechanical damages.

Maintenance

Safety Check (DIN VDE 0701-0702)

Procedure for safety checks according to DIN VDE standard after repair.

Troubleshooting

General Electrical Faults

Diagnosing and resolving common electrical issues in the unit.

Heating System Faults

Troubleshooting guide for problems related to the heating system.

Cooling System Faults

Diagnosing and resolving issues within the unit's cooling system.

Functional Check of the Cooling System

Procedures for testing the proper operation of the cooling system.

Errors in the Humidification Module

Identifying and resolving malfunctions in the humidification system.

Repair Work at the Housing

Replacing the Lower Front Housing Cover

Step-by-step guide to replace the front lower housing cover.

Replacing the Pen Recorder

Instructions for removing and installing the pen recorder unit.

Replacing the Rear Panel

Procedure for replacing the rear panel of the unit.

Replacing the Silicone Access Port

Guide for removing and installing the silicone access port.

Replacing the Castors

Steps involved in replacing the unit's castors.

Repair Work at the Outer Door

Aligning the Outer Door

Procedures for aligning the outer door and its components, including hinges and holder lug.

Checking and Replacing Outer Door Components

Procedures for checking and replacing various outer door parts like interior side, hinge cover, gasket, etc.

Replacing the Triangle Instrument Box

Procedures for removing, dismantling, and replacing components of the triangle instrument box.

Replacing the Closing Device of the Outer Door

Instructions for replacing the door's closing mechanism and related parts.

Repair Work at the Inner and Outer Chamber

Replacing the Glass Door

Procedures for replacing the glass door assembly.

Replacing the Closing Device of the Glass Door

Instructions for replacing the glass door's closing mechanism.

Replacing the Glass Door Gasket

Steps to replace the gasket on the glass door.

Replacing the Fan (-4 M1)

Guide for removing and installing the internal fan unit.

Replacing the Frame Gasket

Instructions for replacing the gasket around the inner chamber frame.

Checking and Replacing the Frame Heating Wire

Procedures to check and replace the frame heating wire.

Replacing the Inner Chamber and Gaskets

Steps to replace the inner chamber and its associated gaskets.

Testing and Replacing the Heating Element

Procedures for testing and replacing the heating element.

Checking and Replacing the Inner Chamber Pt 100 Temperature Sensor

Guide to check and replace the Pt 100 temperature sensor.

Checking and Replacing the Humidity Sensor and Sensor Board

Procedures for checking and replacing the humidity sensor and its board.

Replacing the Temperature Fuse

Instructions for replacing the temperature fuse.

Repair Work at Electric and Electronic Components

Activating and Replacing the Miniature Circuit Breaker

Procedures for resetting or replacing the miniature circuit breaker.

Replacing the Power Cord with Plug

Instructions for replacing the unit's power cord and plug.

Replacing the Line Filter

Steps to replace the line filter component.

Checking and Replacing Main and Humidity Switches

Procedures for testing and replacing the main and humidity switches.

Removing Electric Mounting Plates

Guide for safely removing electric mounting plates from the machine room.

Components of Standard Electric Mounting Plate

Identification and description of components on the standard electric mounting plate.

Components of Optional Electric Mounting Plate

Identification and description of components on the optional electric mounting plate.

Controller MB1 I;O Board

Details on the controller board, including pin configurations and jumper settings.

Replacing the Controller MB1 I;O Board

Step-by-step instructions for replacing the controller MB1 I/O board.

Replacing the Controller Display

Guide for removing and installing the controller display unit.

Replacing Individual mTRON Relay Modules

Procedures for replacing mTRON relay and I/O modules.

Replacing the RS422; Ethernet Converter

Instructions for replacing the RS422 / Ethernet converter.

Replacing the 24 V Power Supply Unit

Steps to replace the 24V power supply unit.

Humidifying and Dehumidifying System

General Information

Overview of the humidity system, its functions, and operational ranges.

Humidification Module Variant A

Details on variant A, including functional description, flow charts, and dismantling.

Humidification Module Variant B

Information specific to variant B, including its function and hydraulic scheme.

Replacing the Complete Humidification Module

Step-by-step guide for replacing the entire humidification module.

Checking the Steam Boiler

Procedures for checking the steam boiler component of the humidification module.

Repair Work at the Cooling System

General Information on Cooling System Repair

Important safety and general information before repairing the cooling system.

Required Tools for Cooling System Repair

Lists special tools needed for repairing the cooling system.

Replacing the Condenser Fan

Instructions for replacing the condenser fan unit.

Replacing the Capillary Tubes

Procedures for replacing capillary tubes in the cooling system.

Checking the Step Motor Valve

Guide to check the functionality and resistance of the step motor valve.

Interface Board for Step Motor Valve

Information on the interface board IB3 for the step motor valve.

Overview of the Cooling Cycle

Diagram and explanation of the cooling system's components and flow.

Calibrating and Adjusting Temperature and Humidity Control

General Execution of Calibration

General steps and requirements for performing calibration.

Calibrating and Adjusting Points

Defining the set points for temperature and humidity calibration.

Calibrating and Adjusting the Temperature Controller

Procedures for resetting, calibrating, and adjusting the temperature controller.

Setting the Door Heating Correction

Steps to set the door heating correction parameter.

Calibrating and Adjusting the Humidity Controller

Procedures for resetting, calibrating, and adjusting the humidity controller.

Spare Parts

Parts Subject to Wear

Revision History

Binder KBF Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
Temperature Range-10 °C to +100 °C
Humidity Range10% to 98% RH
Temperature Fluctuation±0.1 °C
Cooling TechnologyCompressor cooling
Humidity TechnologySteam humidification
Humidity Uniformity±2% RH
InterfacesUSB, Ethernet
Power supply230 V

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