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Thermo NESLAB RTE Series User Manual

Thermo NESLAB RTE Series
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Installation
Operation
Basic Maintenance
Thermo Manual P/N U00694
Rev. 05/20/04
NESLAB RTE Series
Refrigerated
Bath/Circulators
No part of this publication may be repro-
duced or reprinted except for personal use
without the prior permission of Thermo
Electron.
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Thermo NESLAB RTE Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandThermo
ModelNESLAB RTE Series
CategoryChiller
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Preface

Compliance

Details certifications, standards, and directives compliance for the unit.

After-sale Support

Information on contacting customer service and required details for support.

Unpacking and Feedback

Instructions for unpacking and providing feedback on the manual.

Warranty Information

Details on the unit's warranty coverage and extended warranty options.

Section I Safety

General Safety Warnings

Explains warning symbols and critical safety instructions for operation.

Section II General Information

Quick Reference Operating Procedures

Provides a summary of installation, operation, and maintenance steps.

Product Description and Specifications

Overview of the NESLAB RTE Series Bath/Circulators, including technical specs.

Unit Dimensions and Diagrams

Visual representation and physical dimensions for different RTE models.

Section III Installation and Operation

Site Selection and Environment

Guidelines for choosing an appropriate location for the unit, considering environmental factors.

Electrical Requirements and Power

Details grounding, voltage, and power connection requirements for safe operation.

Plumbing and Fluid Management

Instructions for hose connections, draining, fluid filling, and fluid types.

Controller Interface and Basic Operation

Explains the controller interface, buttons, and basic functions for setup and operation.

Startup, Shutdown, and Alarms

Procedures for starting, stopping the unit, and managing temperature alarms.

Configuration and Tuning Options

Guide to setting up PID parameters, auto restart, and various operational modes.

Advanced Controller Functions

Covers external sensors, serial communication, timer, and offset modes for advanced control.

Configuration Loops

Detailed setup procedures for computer, timer, and offset functions.

High Temperature Cutouts

Explains adjustable and non-adjustable safety cutouts to prevent overheating.

Unit Accessories and Features

Lists and describes optional accessories like autorefill, overflow device, and nitrogen purge.

Section IV Basic Maintenance

Service Contracts and Reservoir Care

Information on service contracts, reservoir fluid inspection, replacement, and algae control.

Condenser and Sensor Maintenance

Procedures for cleaning the condenser and calibrating temperature sensors.

Analog Port Calibration

Instructions for calibrating optional analog input/output ports for data interface.

Section V Troubleshooting

Error Codes and Conditions

Lists and explains various error codes, hardware conditions, and functional errors.

External Sensor Connector

Describes the 9-pin D-connector used for optional external sensors.

Troubleshooting Procedures

A systematic guide to diagnose common issues like unit not starting or loss of cooling.

Service and Configuration Details

Guidance on seeking service, understanding PID values, BOM, and software version.

Appendix A Fluids

Water Quality Standards and Recommendations

Recommendations for water quality to prevent corrosion and ensure unit longevity.

Recommended Fluids and Compatibility

Details compatible fluids, their properties, and potential issues with certain types.

Appendix B NC Serial Communications Protocol

Protocol Overview and Setup

Introduces the RS-232/RS-485 protocol for controlling the unit remotely.

Communication Packet Structure and Examples

Explains the format of data packets, including framing, addresses, commands, and checksums.

Command and Response Tables

Lists available commands for reading and setting parameters, and expected responses.

WARRANTY

Warranty Terms and Conditions

Outlines the 24-month warranty period, coverage, exclusions, and limitations.

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