Christ Alpha 2-4 LSCplus - Default Chapter; Table of Contents

Freeze-dryer Alpha 1-4 LSCplus
Freeze-dryer Alpha 2-4 LSCplus
Table of contents
Version 01/2011, Rev. 2.3 of 03/07/2017 • 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......................................................................................................... 9
1.4 Copyright ........................................................................................................................ 10
1.5 Explanation of symbols ................................................................................................... 10
1.6 Standards and regulations .............................................................................................. 10
1.7 Scope of supply .............................................................................................................. 10
2 Layout and mode of operation .......................................................................................... 11
2.1 Layout of the freeze-dryer ............................................................................................... 11
2.1.1 Functional and operating elements ............................................................................ 11
2.1.2 Name plate ................................................................................................................ 13
2.2 Mode of operation ........................................................................................................... 14
2.2.1 General information on freeze-drying ......................................................................... 14
2.2.2 Freeze-drying process ............................................................................................... 17
2.2.2.1 Preparation ........................................................................................................ 17
2.2.2.2 Freezing ............................................................................................................. 17
2.2.2.3 Main drying ........................................................................................................ 18
2.2.2.4 Final drying ........................................................................................................ 19
2.2.2.5 End of drying and aeration ................................................................................. 19
2.2.2.6 Defrosting .......................................................................................................... 19
3 Safety .................................................................................................................................. 20
3.1 Marking of the unit .......................................................................................................... 20
3.2 Explanation of the symbols and notes ............................................................................. 21
3.3 Responsibility of the operator .......................................................................................... 22
3.4 Operating personnel ....................................................................................................... 22
3.5 Informal safety instructions ............................................................................................. 23
3.6 Safety instructions .......................................................................................................... 23
3.6.1 Electrical safety ......................................................................................................... 24
3.6.2 Mechanical safety ...................................................................................................... 24
3.6.3 Fire prevention ........................................................................................................... 25
3.6.4 Thermal safety ........................................................................................................... 25
3.6.5 Chemical and biological safety .................................................................................. 25
3.7 Safety devices ................................................................................................................ 26
3.7.1 System check ............................................................................................................ 26
3.7.2 Earth conductor check ............................................................................................... 26
3.8 Procedures in the event of hazards and accidents .......................................................... 26
3.9 Remaining hazards ......................................................................................................... 27