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Memmert HPPeco Operating Manual

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  • Page 1 Operating manual HPPeco Constant Climate Chamber HPPeco www.memmert.com...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Table of Contents 1. About this Manual 2. Safety 2.1 Terms and Symbols Used ............................2.1.1 Terms Used..............................2.1.2 Symbols Used .............................. 2.2 Product Safety and Dangers............................2.3 Requirements to be met by Operating Personnel......................2.4 Responsibility of the Owner ............................2.5 Product Use ................................
  • Page 3 Table of Contents 4.6.4 Anti-tilt bracket ............................24 4.6.5 Adjusting the Doors............................24 5. Putting into Operation 5.1 Putting into Operation for the First Time........................26 5.2 Connecting the Unit to the Power Supply ........................26 5.3 Water specifications ..............................26 5.4 Connecting and Filling the Water Tank........................
  • Page 4 Table of Contents 8.3.1 Overview..............................47 8.3.2 IP Address and Subnet Mask ........................48 8.3.3 Unit ................................49 8.3.4 Timer Mode ..............................49 8.3.5 Shelf Type (Grid or metal plate)........................49 8.3.6 Balance ............................... 50 8.3.7 Dehumidification Interval ..........................50 8.3.8 Remote Control ............................

  • Page 5: About This Manual

    Purpose and target audience This manual describes the design, function, transport, operation and maintenance of the product series Constant climate chambers HPPeco. It is intended for use by trained personnel employed by the owner who are tasked with operating and/or maintaining the unit.
  • Page 6 E-mail: [email protected] www.memmert.com International After Sales Memmert GmbH + Co. KG Willi-Memmert-Straße 90-96 | D-91186 Büchenbach | Germany Tel. +49 9171 9792 911 E-mail: [email protected] www.memmert.com If you have any queries, please always quote the product number on the nameplate.

  • Page 7: Safety

    Safety Safety Terms and Symbols Used In this manual and on the unit itself, certain recurring terms and symbols are used to warn you of hazards or give you information that is important in order to prevent injury or damage. To avoid accidents and damage, observe and follow these instructions. These terms and symbols are explained below.

  • Page 8: Product Safety And Dangers

    Safety Product Safety and Dangers The units described in this manual are technically sophisticated, manufactured using high- quality materials and subject to many hours of testing in the factory. They reflect the state of the art and comply with recognised technical safety regulations. However, there are still risks involved, even when the units are used as intended.

  • Page 9: Requirements To Be Met By Operating Personnel

    Product Use 2.5.1 Intended Use Constant climate chambers HPPeco must only be used for temperature and climate testing of materials and substances in the context of the procedures and specifications described in this manual. 2.5.2 Improper Use Any other use is improper and may result in danger and damage.

  • Page 10: Behaviour In Case Of Malfunctions And Irregularities

    Safety The manufacturer is not liable for any damage, danger or injuries that emanating from unauthorised changes or alterations, or from non-compliance with the provisions in this manual. Behaviour in case of Malfunctions and Irregularities The unit must only be used in a flawless condition. If you, as the operator, notice irregularities, malfunctions or damage, immediately turn off the unit and inform your line manager.

  • Page 11: Construction And Description

    Construction and Description Construction and Description Design Overview - HPP110eco 1 ControlCOCKPIT with capacitive 2 Main switch function keys and LCD display 3 Turn control with confirmation key 4 Peltier element 5 Inner glass door 6 Shelves 7 Peltier dehumidifier 8 Nameplate 9 Door handle 10 USB interface...

  • Page 12: Description Of Function

    Construction and Description Overview - HPP1400eco 1 ControlCOCKPIT with capacitive 2 Main switch function keys and LCD display 3 Turn control with confirmation key 4 Shelves 5 Heated full-sight glass door 6 Lockable castors with extendable feet 7 Nameplate 8 Door handle 9 USB interface Description of Function Appliance size 110 to 1060...
  • Page 13 Functional description of climate diagram The temperature-humidity diagram specifies the temperature and humidity range in which the constant climate chamber HPPeco can be operated continuously without condensation forming. If the chamber is operated at the upper limit or outside the working range for long periods, puddles of water may form inside the chamber and water may force its way out of the door seal.

  • Page 14: Materials

    Construction and Description Materials Components Material Housing (lid + side panels) Stainless steel 1.4301 – ASTM 304 Housing (back panel) Galvanised steel plate Chamber (incl. cover) Stainless steel 1.4301 – ASTM 304 Accessories (perforated shelf, grid) Stainless steel 1.4301 – ASTM 304 Door seal Silicone Inner glass door...

  • Page 15: Nameplate

    Construction and Description Ethernet interface You will find a description of how to transfer programs via Ethernet in the AtmoCONTROL software manual. The unit can be connected to a network via the Ethernet interface, so that you can transfer programmes created with the AtmoCONTROL software to the unit and export logs. For identification purposes, each unit connected must have its own unique IP address.

  • Page 16: Technical Data

    Construction and Description 9 Connected loads / power ratings 10 Appliance number See also 2 Design [} 11] Technical Data Appliance size 1060 1400 2200 Stainless steel Volume 1060 1360 2140 interior Width 1,040 1,040 1,250 1,972 Height 1,200 1,200 1,200 1,450 1,450 Depth...
  • Page 17 Construction and Description Performance data | wide-range voltage input Electrical data Power consumption 100-240  1,400 1,400 1,400 Power consumption 50/60 Hz 200-240  2,000 Max. current consumption 100-240  1.8 - 7.5 - 3.0 - 5.9 - 5.9 - 5.9 - 50/60 Hz 14.0 14.0 14.0 Max.

  • Page 18: Applied Directives And Standards

    3.8.2.1 REACH information of Memmert GmbH + Co. KG acc. to Regulation (EG) No. 1907/2006, Art. 33 Based on current knowledge, we confirm that products or sub-products containing substances of very high concern (SVHC in the specified components) in the Candidate List with concentrations higher than 0.1 mass % are installed in the appliances we supply:...

  • Page 19: Ambient Conditions

    Construction and Description 3.8.2.2 RoHS Information of Memmert GmbH + Co. KG acc. to Directive 2011/65/EU and Delegated Directive 2015/863 We confirm that we comply with the substance restrictions in accordance with 2011/65/ EU for the supplied products, accessories and spare parts. With regard to the substance lead, we and/or our suppliers make use of the applications exempted from the restriction for lead stated in appendix III in a credible, trustworthy manner.

  • Page 20: Delivery, Transport And Setting Up

    Delivery, Transport and Setting Up Delivery, Transport and Setting Up Safety CAUTION Lifting the appliance incorrectly The appliance is heavy. The appliance is heavy, so you could injure yourself if you try to lift it on your own. – Make sure that a sufficient number of people are on hand to lift and carry the appliance.

  • Page 21: Transport

    – Always attach the appliance to a wall with the anti-tilt bracket. – In case there is not enough space to fasten the appliance to a wall, do not put the appliance into operation and do not open the door. – Contact Memmert service. 4.6.1 Preconditions ü...

  • Page 22: Installation Options

    Delivery, Transport and Setting Up ü A 230  V or 115  V power connection must be available at the installation site, depending on the version (see }3.6 Nameplate). ü The distance between the wall and the rear panel of the appliance must be at least 15 cm.

  • Page 23: Levelling The Appliance

    Delivery, Transport and Setting Up Setting up Comments 1400 1060 2200 Castor frame Height-adjustable feet 4.6.3 Levelling the Appliance Levelling must only be carried out when setting up appliance sizes 1400 and 2200. }4.6.4 Anti-tilt For all other appliance sizes, you can skip this chapter and continue under bracket.

  • Page 24: Anti-Tilt Bracket

    There are two adjusting screws on each door for this purpose; one at the top and one at the bottom. First, adjust the setting at the top of the door and, if this is not sufficient, adjust the bottom. A service video which explains how to adjust the door is available: www.memmert.com/de/downloads/media/service-videos/ D53169 02/2024...
  • Page 25 Delivery, Transport and Setting Up 1. Open the door. 2. Loosen the screws. 3. Adjust the position of the door. 4. Tighten the screws again. 5. Check the position of the door. 6. Readjust if required. D53169 02/2024...

  • Page 26: Putting Into Operation

    ■ a fault or emergency, for example. Water specifications Only water with the following specifications may be used in Memmert units: ■ Demineralised water and distilled water (a variety of terms are used commercially for this) that is residue-free when it evaporates, according to regulation VDE 0510 and DIN 43530 ■...

  • Page 27: Connecting And Filling The Water Tank

    Putting into Operation Connecting and Filling the Water Tank For size 410 appliances or higher: The water tank can be attached to the appliance using the supplied mounting bracket as follows: 1. To do this, fasten the tank mounting bracket to the back panel using four screws. 2.
  • Page 28 Putting into Operation If the dots have another colour, an error has occurred (see }7 Malfunctions, Warning and Error Messages). After the first start-up, the appliance display is set to English by default. }8.2 Basic Operation in Menu Mode You can change the language as described in chapter Using the Example of Language Selection.

  • Page 29: Operation And Control

    Operation and Control Operation and Control Operating Personnel The appliance may only be operated by persons who are of legal age and have been instructed accordingly. Personnel who are to be trained, instructed or who are undergoing general training may only work with the appliance under constant supervision of an experienced person.

  • Page 30: Loading The Appliance

    Operation and Control 2. To close the door, push the door closed and push the door handle to the side. Loading the Appliance WARNING Poisonous or explosive vapours and gases When loading the unit with an unsuitable load, poisonous or explosive vapours or gases may be produced.

  • Page 31: Operating The Appliance

    Operation and Control See also 2 Materials [} 14] 2 Technical Data [} 16] Operating the Appliance 6.4.1 ControlCOCKPIT In manual operation, the desired parameters are entered at the ControlCOCKPIT on the front of the appliance. You can also make basic settings here (menu mode). Warning messages are also displayed, e.g.

  • Page 32: Basic Operation

    Operation and Control 15 Activation key for adjustment of temperature 16 Monitoring display monitoring 17 Graphic representation 18 Activation key for graphic representation 6.4.2 Basic Operation In general, all settings are made as follows: Activate the desired parameter (e.g. temperature): 1.

  • Page 33: Manual Mode

    Operation and Control Programme Mode The appliance automatically runs programme sequences which have been defined using AtmoCONTROL software at a computer / laptop and then transferred to the appliance from a USB stick or via Ethernet. }6.5.3 Programme Mode ■ Remote control mode Via remote control ■...

  • Page 34: Digital Backwards Counter

    Operation and Control Humidity Setting range, see }3.7 Technical Data Humidification is indicated by the symbol. Dehumidification is indicated by the symbol. A high air humidity in the chamber can only be achieved without condensation if the chamber is thoroughly heated. For this reason, the rate at which the humidity is dynamically adjusted to the setpoint depends on the chamber temperature.

  • Page 35: Programme Mode

    Operation and Control 3. Press the confirmation key to confirm. ð The display now shows the remaining time in large digits and the anticipated end time in smaller digits beneath. ð The status display shows “Timer active”. }6.4.2 Basic 4. Now, as described in Operation, set the individual reference values to be used by the appliance during operation.
  • Page 36 Operation and Control Starting a programme 1. Press the activation key to the right of the status display. ð The current operating state is highlighted automatically, in this example manual mode ( ). 2. Turn the turn control until the start symbol is highlighted.

  • Page 37: Monitoring Function

    Operation and Control End of programme The End display appears once the programme has finished normally. You can now restart the programme as described, ■ select another programme to run in menu mode (see }8.6 Programme) and run it as ■ described, return to manual mode.

  • Page 38: Electronic Temperature Monitoring (Tww)

    Operation and Control See also 2 Malfunctions, Warning and Error Messages [} 43] 2 Acoustic Signals [} 57] 6.6.2 Electronic Temperature Monitoring (TWW) The manually set min and max monitoring temperature of the electronic overtemperature protection is monitored by a temperature selector switch (TWW) protection class 3.3 acc. to DIN 12880.
  • Page 39 Operation and Control 2. Confirm the selection by pressing the confirmation key. ð The min setting (undertemperature protection) is automatically activated. 3. By turning the turn control, adjust the desired lower alarm limit. The lower alarm limit cannot be higher than the upper alarm limit. If no undertemperature protection is required, set the lowest temperature.

  • Page 40: Humidity Monitoring

    Operation and Control 10. Press the confirmation key to confirm. ð Temperature monitoring is now active. In menu mode you can set, whether an alarm should be accompanied by an acoustic signal (see }8.7 Acoustic Signals). See also 2 Acoustic Signals [} 57] 6.6.5 Humidity Monitoring If humidity monitoring has been triggered, this is indicated by the humidity display: the...

  • Page 41: Graph

    Operation and Control 7. Press the confirmation key to confirm. 8. Press the activation key on the side to exit the Alarm display. ð Humidity monitoring is now active. See also 2 Acoustic Signals [} 57] 2 Malfunctions, Warning and Error Messages [} 43] Graph The GRAPH display provides an overview of the chronological sequence of the set values and the actual values as a curve.

  • Page 42: Ending Operation

    Operation and Control 4. Press the confirmation key to confirm. ð The humidity profile is displayed. You can displace the display range and also zoom in/out as described in 6.7.1 Temperature Curve. See also 2 Temperature Curve [} 41] Ending Operation WARNING Hot surfaces Depending on the operating situation, the unit and the load may be hot.

  • Page 43: Malfunctions, Warning And Error Messages

    – Follow the measures listed in the event of a malfunction. – Contact Memmert International After Sales. Do not try to rectify appliance errors yourself; instead you should contact Memmert International After Sales or an authorised customer service point. In case of enquiries, please always state the model and appliance number on the nameplate (see }3.6 Nameplate).

  • Page 44: Humidity Monitoring

    Malfunctions, Warning and Error Messages 7.1.2 Humidity Monitoring Error description Cause Remedy Error display symbol Water tank empty. ■ Fill the water tank with water and press the confirmation key Alarm display MaxAl Upper humidity limit exceeded. ■ Open the door for 30  sec. and wait to see if the appliance stabilises and regulates with reference to the setpoint If the error persists, contact customer...

  • Page 45: Power Failure

    Malfunctions, Warning and Error Messages Error description Cause of errors Rectifying errors Error message AI E-3 in the temperature Temperature monitoring sensor faulty. The appliance can continue to be ■ display Working sensor performs the measuring operated for a short time function.

  • Page 46: Menu Mode

    Menu Mode Menu Mode In menu mode, you can make basic settings, load programmes and export protocols, as well as adjust the appliance. Before changing the menu settings, read the description of the respective functions on the following pages to avoid possible damage to the appliance and/or chamber load. ▶...

  • Page 47: Setup

    Menu Mode If no new values are entered or confirmed for approx. 30  seconds, the appliance automatically restores the former values. Activate the desired setting (in this example the language): 1. To do so, press the activation key to the left or right of the respective display. ð...

  • Page 48: Ip Address And Subnet Mask

    Menu Mode Gateway (see }8.3.9 Gateway) ■ If the Setup menu contains more entries than can be displayed, this is indicated by the display “1/2”. This means that there is a second “page” of entries. To display the hidden entries, use the turn control to scroll beyond the lowest entry. The page display then changes to “2/2”.

  • Page 49: Unit

    Menu Mode 4. Confirm the selection by pressing the confirmation key. ð The next three digits of the IP address are automatically marked. ð They can now also be set according to the description above. 5. After setting the last three digits, confirm the new IP address by pressing the confirmation key.

  • Page 50: Balance

    Menu Mode 8.3.6 Balance For appliances sizes 410 and 750, application-specific correction of the heat output distribution (balance) between the upper and lower heating groups is possible. The setting range is from –50% to +50%. Distribution of the heating/cooling power (example): The –20% (left) setting causes the lower heating elements to work at 20% less power than the upper ones.

  • Page 51: Remote Control

    Menu Mode The ideal setting for the dehumidification interval is when hardly any ice forms on the back panel and the humidity setpoint value is reached. ■ The interval should be decreased if there is heavy ice formation on the back panel ■...

  • Page 52: Calibrate

    Menu Mode 2. Turn the turn control until Time zone is highlighted. 3. Confirm the selection by pressing the confirmation key. 4. Set the time zone of the installation site with the turn control (e.g. 00:00 for Great Britain, 01:00 for France, Spain or Germany). 5.
  • Page 53 Menu Mode ■ Cal2 Temperature calibration at medium temperature ■ Cal3 Temperature calibration at high temperature For temperature calibration, you will need a calibrated reference instrument. Example: Temperature deviation should be corrected 1. Press the activation key to the right of the CALIB display. ð...

  • Page 54: Humidity Calibration

    Menu Mode 7. Position the sensor of a calibrated reference instrument centrally in the working chamber of the appliance. 8. Close the door. 9. In manual mode, adjust the setpoint temperature. 10. Wait until the appliance reaches and displays the setpoint temperature. The reference instrument will display the corresponding deviation.
  • Page 55 Menu Mode Example: Humidity deviation at 60% rh needs to be corrected 1. Press the activation key to the right of the CALIB display. ð The display is enlarged and the temperature adjustment option is automatically highlighted. 2. Turn the turn control until Humidity is highlighted. 3.

  • Page 56: Programme

    Menu Mode After the calibration procedure, the humidity measured by the reference instrument should now also be 60% rh. Programme In the Programme display, programmes created using the AtmoCONTROL software can be transferred to the appliance and saved on a USB storage medium. Here, you can also }6.5.3 ...

  • Page 57: Acoustic Signals

    Menu Mode To delete a programme: 8. select the programme to be deleted the same way you can select a programme for activation. 9. Select Delete with the turn control. See also 2 Programme Mode [} 35] Acoustic Signals In the SOUND display, you can define whether or not the appliance should emit acoustic signals and, if yes, for which events: on the press of a key ■...

  • Page 58: Log

    Menu Mode NOTICE The supplied manual for AtmoCONTROL describes how – to import exported log data into AtmoCONTROL, – exported log data can be processed further in AtmoCONTROL, – log data can be read out via Ethernet. The appliance continually logs all relevant measured values, settings and error messages at 1-minute intervals.

  • Page 59: User Id Activation And Deactivation

    Menu Mode You can also lock adjustment options in Menu mode (e.g. adjustment of date and time settings). ■ If adjustment options are locked, this is indicated by the lock symbol in the respective display. USER ID data is entered in the AtmoCONTROL software and saved on the USB storage medium.

  • Page 60: Maintenance And Servicing

    Maintenance and Servicing Maintenance and Servicing DANGER Danger of suffocation inside the appliance If the appliances is a certain size, you can get accidentally locked in, which is potentially life-threatening. – Do not climb into the appliance. – Do not carry out cleaning work in the chamber alone. DANGER Live parts When covers are removed, live parts are exposed and contact with these parts may result...

  • Page 61: Decontamination

    (see }8.5 Calibrate). See also 2 Calibrate [} 52] Repairs and Service Repairs and service work may only be carried out by specialist Memmert personnel and qualified service providers. NOTICE Repairs and service work are described in a separate service manual.

  • Page 62: Storage, Transport And Disposal

    Storage, Transport and Disposal Storage, Transport and Disposal 10.1 Storage and Transport The appliance may only be stored and transported under the following conditions: ■ in a dry enclosed, dust-free room ■ disconnected from the power supply Before storage, remove water tube and empty the water tank (see }5.4 Connecting and Filling the Water Tank).
  • Page 63 Notes D53169 02/2024...
  • Page 64 Operating manual Constant Climate Chamber HPPeco D53169 Effective 02/2024 English...

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