July 22, 2019 | 287960-ENG | R00 35
4 START UP
Once the chamber is assembled, leveled, and all connections have been made, turn on the
power to the chamber. Ensure that the chamber is operating properly before introducing any
research material.
4.1 Power ON
4.1.1 Start-Up Procedure
1. Ensure the mains breaker is ON.
2. Ensure the power cord is plugged into a receptacle on a dedicated circuit.
3. Ensure that all drain, water, and CO
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lines are connected.
4. For a water-cooled condensing unit, open the manual bypass valve for constant flow
supply, close the bypass valve for variable flow supply, or adjust the bypass valve as
required during water system balancing.
5. Turn the power switch on the front of chamber to ON.
6. With the control system powered up, set and run a program. Refer to the supplied
control system manual for further details.
Before powering ON, ensure all mechanical, fluid, communication, and electrical
connections are secure.
Before powering ON, ensure all local, municipal, and facility inspections are complete.
Before powering ON, ensure that no service or other personnel are performing work
on the cabinet.
Ensure the chamber is level and stable before operating.
Do not turn the control system off during boot up.