FTS LYOSTAR 3 - Table of Contents

Rev 006, 01/14 v
© SP Scientific 2014
Contents
Important Symbols ............................................................................................................................................... ii
Freeze Dryer Safety Warnings ............................................................................................................................. ii
Warranty Information .......................................................................................................................................... iii
Introduction ................................................................................................................. 1
Standard Features ............................................................................................................................................... 1
Equipment Options .............................................................................................................................................. 2
Getting Started ............................................................................................................ 3
Initial Inspection ................................................................................................................................................... 3
Setup Procedure .................................................................................................................................................. 3
The Freeze-Drying System ......................................................................................... 9
Components and Subsystems ............................................................................................................................. 9
Product Drying Chamber.................................................................................................................................... 10
Standard Chamber ........................................................................................................................................ 10
ControLyo™ Chamber................................................................................................................................... 10
Standard Chamber Door ............................................................................................................................... 10
ControLyo™ / Stainless Steel Chamber Door ............................................................................................... 10
Stainless Steel Chamber Door ...................................................................................................................... 10
Product Shelves ................................................................................................................................................. 11
Shelf Stack and Latching ............................................................................................................................... 11
Stoppering ..................................................................................................................................................... 11
Product Trays ................................................................................................................................................ 11
Shelf Heat-Transfer System .......................................................................................................................... 12
TDLAS Spool Piece ........................................................................................................................................... 12
Isolation Valve .................................................................................................................................................... 12
Isolation Valve Utility Requirements .............................................................................................................. 12
Condenser System ............................................................................................................................................ 13
Condenser Cooling ........................................................................................................................................ 13
Standard Condenser Door............................................................................................................................. 13
Defrost ........................................................................................................................................................... 13
Refrigeration System ......................................................................................................................................... 13
Refrigeration System Utility Requirements .................................................................................................... 13
Aeration and Vacuum Level Control .................................................................................................................. 14
Vacuum System ................................................................................................................................................. 14
Vacuum Pump Exhaust ................................................................................................................................. 14