Esco Lexicon - Introduction and Product Overview; Products Covered and Safety Warnings; Liability and EU Directives

Ultra-Low Temperature Freezer
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1. Products Covered
Lexicon Ultra-Low Temperature Freezer
Model
Storage Volume
Temperature Range
Freezer Control
UUS-668A-1
668.8 Liter / 23.6 ft
3
-50
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C to -86
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C
Industrial Digital Controller
Power rating for all models is 230 VAC, 50 Hz, 1 Φ
2. Safety Warning
Anyone working with, on or around this equipment should read this manual. Failure to read,
understand and follow the instructions given in this documentation may result in damage to the unit,
injury to operating personnel, and / or poor equipment performance.
Any internal adjustment, modification or maintenance to this equipment must be undertaken by
qualified service personnel.
The use of any hazardous materials in this equipment must be monitored by an industrial hygienist,
safety officer or some other suitably qualified individual.
Before you proceed, you should thoroughly understand the installation procedures and take note of
the environmental / electrical requirements.
In this manual, important safety related points will be marked with the symbol.
If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by this manual, the protection provided by this
equipment may be impaired.
3. Limitation of Liability
The disposal and / or emission of substances used in connection with this equipment may be governed by
various local regulations. Familiarization and compliance with any such regulations are the sole responsibility
of the users. Esco’s liability is limited with respect to user compliance with such regulations.
4. European Union Directive on WEEE and RoHS
The European Union has issued two directives:
• Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE)
This product is required to comply with the European Union’s Waste Electrical &
Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive 2002/96/EC. It is marked with the following
symbol:
Esco sells products through distributors throughout Europe. Contact your local Esco
distributor for recycling/disposal.
• Directive 2002/95/EC on Restriction on the use of Hazardous Substances (RoHS)
With respect to the directive on RoHS, please note that this freezer falls under category 8 (medical devices)
and category 9 (monitoring and control instruments) and is therefore exempted from requirement to comply
with the provisions of this directive.