Helmer QuickThaw DH2 Manuel utilisateur
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OuickThaw
TM
DH2 Version A
DH4 Version A
DH8 Version A
Model
S/N
HELMER, INC. 14395 BERGEN BLVD., NOBLESVILLE, IN 46060 USA
PHONE (317) 773-9073 FAX (317) 773-9082
USA and CANADA (800) 743-5637
www.helmerinc.com
ISO 13485:2003 CERTIFIED
Plasma Thawing System
Operation Manual
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1 Safety ..................................................................1
2 Components .............................................................2
3 Installation ..............................................................6
3.1 Location requirements ..............................................................6
3.2 Power on ........................................................................6
3.3 Install external thermometer .........................................................6
3.4 Specications.....................................................................6
4 General Operation ........................................................8
4.1 Fill chamber ......................................................................8
4.2 Thaw times.......................................................................8
4.3 Loading bags .....................................................................8
4.4 Enable/disable agitation............................................................10
4.5 Start/stop/pause thaw process.......................................................10
4.6 Drain chamber ...................................................................11
4.7 Remove baskets .................................................................11
5 Maintenance schedule....................................................12
Copyright and trademark information
Copyright © 2011 Helmer, Inc.
CleanBath™ and QuickThaw™ are trademarks of Helmer, Inc
All other trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
Contents
Contents
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Safety
1 Safety
1.1 Labels
The following safety-related labels appear on the thawer.
Caution: risk of danger Caution: Hazardous moving parts Protective earth ground terminal
1.2 Avoiding injury
► Use the equipment for its intended purpose. Do not use if any components are damaged.
► Review safety instructions before installing, using, or maintaining the equipment
► Before performing procedures, review any specic safety instructions.
► Perform maintenance described in this manual. Maintenance not specied herein is to be performed by
technical service representatives authorized by Helmer.
► Never physically restrict any moving component. Do not move or bump the unit during operation.
► Lift safely. If too heavy or awkward, get assistance.
! CAUTION ► The thawer has the potential to be a shock hazard.
► When attaching or using external devices, follow manufacturers’ safety rules.
► Inspect all electrical equipment and address problems prior to installation.
► Avoid removing electrical service panels and access panels unless so instructed.
► Use supplied power cords only.
► Avoid using multi-plug power strips. Connect directly to properly grounded wall outlets.
► Use appropriate protective equipment when cleaning or servicing the equipment
► Notify appropriate safety personnel when handling or disposing of materials that are infectious, toxic,
pathological, radioactive, or otherwise biologically or environmentally harmful.
► See Service manual for more detail on maintenance, parts, and troubleshooting.
! CAUTION Decontaminate parts prior to sending for service or repair. Items not decontaminated
appropriately will not be accepted. Documentation stating contents are not contaminated
and are safe to handle must accompany returns. Contact Helmer or your distributor for
decontamination instructions and a Return Authorization Number.
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2 Components
2.1 Front and sides
C
H
D
B
EIF
G
A
Front and left side of thawer (DH4 115 V model shown)
Label Description Label Description
A Fan (DH8 100 V models) F Control panel
B Drain port G Cover
C Drain tube with coupling valve H Basket
D Drain port cover I Plasma overwrap holder
EProduct specication label
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Components
2.1.1 Control panel
A C
G
B
D
H
E
F
GF CD
E
A
B
Control panel. Top: DH2 models. Bottom: DH4 and DH8 models.
Label Description Label Description
A Power indicator LED E MUTE button
B POWER button F CYCLE TIME button
C LIFT OUT button G CYCLE START button
D Cycle time indicator H Temperature controller
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2.2 Chamber and rear
H
I
B
F
C
D
E
A
G
Rear of thawer (DH4 230 V model shown with parts from various models)
Label Description Label Description
A Chamber F External thermometer access port
B Agitation switch G Vent
C Finger knob H Power connector
D Lift-out system I Circuit breaker
E Basket
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Components
2.2.1 Thawer basket
C
F
A
D E
B
Basket for DH8 model shown with two plasma bags in standard overwraps
Label Description Label Description
A Basket D Basket divider (DH8 models)
B Bearing E Overwrap
CTab F Security snap
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3 Installation
3.1 Location requirements
► A level surface
► Clear of temperature extremes
► Minimum of 8 inches (203 mm) above
► Access to grounded outlet
► Access to water supply
► Meets limits specied for ambient temperature and relative humidity
► Adjacent drain or waste container
NOTE: If possible, drain or waste container should be on same side as drain port. Otherwise, U-tube and
180 degree tting will extend drain tubing to other side.
3.2 Power on
1 With thawer at room temperature, connect power cord to thawer and to proper grounded outlet.
2 Press power button on control panel (ON/OFF toggle).
For DH8 100 V models, the POWER button also controls the fan.
NOTE: High temperature alarm activates quickly when chamber is empty.
3.3 Install external thermometer
Optional. Install per manufacturer documentation. If using a Helmer DT1 digital thermometer, see
instructions on the CD.
3.4 Specications
Input voltage and frequency
The requirements for a particular thawer are specied on the Product Specication label. The voltage
tolerance is ±10% of the nominal voltage.
Options:
► 100 V, 50 Hz
► 115 V, 50 Hz to 60 Hz
► 230 V, 50 Hz to 60 Hz
Power consumption
Power consumption is measure in full load Amperes.
Input voltage Model
DH2 DH4 DH8
100 V 3.0 A 8.0 A 12.0 A
115 V 2.5 A 6.0 A 10.0 A
230 V 1.25 A 3.0 A 5.0 A
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Circuit breakers
All 100 V and 115 V models have 1 circuit breaker. All 230 V models have 2.
Input power Model / Ratings
Voltage DH2 DH4 DH8
100 V 5 A 10 A 15 A
115 V 4 A 7 A 15 A
230 V 2 A + 2 A 4 A + 4 A 6 A + 6 A
Weight
Dry weight:
► DH2: 38 lb (17 kg)
► DH4: 58 lb (26 kg)
► DH8: 74 lb (34 kg)
Size
Dimensions for overall exterior, including items protruding from main unit, unless specied otherwise.
Dimension Model
DH2 DH4 DH8
Width 14.50 in (368 mm) 21.75 in (553 mm) 21.75 in (553 mm)
Height with baskets lowered 16.25 in (413 mm) 16.25 in (413 mm) 16.25 in (413 mm)
with baskets raised 23.00 in (584 mm) 23.00 in (584 mm) 23.00 in (584 mm)
Depth 15.50 in (394 mm) 15.50 in (394 mm) 22.50 in (572 mm)
Interior volume
Overall chamber volume
► DH2: 2.2 U.S. gallons (8.2 liters)
► DH4: 4.75 U.S. gallons (18 liters)
► DH8: 8.5 U.S. gallons (32 liters)
Maximum capacity (per basket compartment)
► DH2: 2 units
► DH4: 4 units
► DH8: 8 units
Operating conditions
Indoor use only
Altitude (maximum): 2000 m
Ambient temperature range: 5 °C to 32 °C
Relative humidity (maximum for ambient temperature): 80% for temperatures up to 31 °C, decreasing
linearly to 50% at 40 °C
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4 General Operation
4.1 Fill chamber
Refer to ll lines, chamber rear. The upper is the maximum level for thawing random bags. The lower is the
maximum level for thawing apheresis bags.
NOTE: Determine water type to be used (tap, distilled, or deionized). Use a bacterial growth inhibitor,
such as Helmer CleanBath.
Chamberlllines,atarrow.
1 Ensure chamber and drain are free of debris, and drain tube is not connected.
2 Fill to appropriate level.
3 (Optional) Add bacterial growth inhibitor.
4 Power ON to heat water.
4.2 Thaw times
Thaw time varies by bag type and manner frozen (at or folded). The table provides median thaw times for
bags previously stored at -30 °C.
Plasma bag size and type Manner frozen Median thaw time
(minutes)
10 ml to 15 ml cryoprecipitate Folded 5
250 ml standard Flat 10
250 ml thick plastic Flat 16
250 ml standard Folded 17
300 ml standard Flat 14
500 ml (jumbo) apheresis Flat 18
4.3 Loading bags
! CAUTION ► DO NOT manually lift the baskets out of the chamber, as this damages lift-
out system. Press the LIFT OUT button every time.
► Press the LIFT OUT button ONLY IF the basket is attached to the lift-out
system. Basket weight is required for proper positioning during operation.
Each DH2 basket compartment holds 2 standard bags. DH4 holds 4, and DH8 holds 8. On the DH8, the
divider between compartments on each side can be removed to hold jumbo or wide bags.
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