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- Page 1 OPERATION & MAINTENANCE ® VaxiCool Mobile Refrigerator/Freezer An Advanced Technology Vaccine Storage & Transport System Model VXC-2 2900 Dryden Road Dayton, Ohio 45439 U.S.A. Telephone: (937) 312-0114 Fax: (937) 312-1277 Email: info@acutemp.com www.acutemp.com...
- Page 2 VXC-2 Operations Manual June 2006 AcuTemp www.acutemp.com Do not turn on the VaxiCool if you have not read the entire user’s manual. Failure to understand the meaning of the light emitting diode (LED) indicators and the liquid crystal display (LCD) readouts could result in loss of your valuable vaccines and/or biologicals and, possibly, in damage to the unit.
- Page 3 VXC-2 Operations Manual June 2006 AcuTemp www.acutemp.com CAUTIONS IF DAMAGE OCCURS TO THE UNIT, THE UNIT MUST BE REPAIRED AT THE FACTORY AT THE EXPENSE OF THE END USER. SEE WARRANTY SECTION. • USE THE –22°C TEMPERATURE SETTING ONLY FOR MATERIALS THAT MUST BE STORED FROZEN.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
VXC-2 Operations Manual June 2006 AcuTemp www.acutemp.com TABLE OF CONTENTS Subject Page Introduction General Description Starting the VaxiCool VaxiCool Display and Alarm Functions Maintenance Warranty Appendix A – Solar Panel Application rev. 4... -
Page 5: Introduction
VXC-2 Operations Manual June 2006 AcuTemp www.acutemp.com INTRODUCTION This manual is written to enable the VaxiCool user to readily start and operate the unit in the freezer mode, understand the light emitting diode (LED) and liquid crystal display (LCD) readouts, and perform rudimentary repairs and adjustments. Any questions about the unit should be directed to Energy Storage Technologies, Inc. -
Page 6: Starting The Vaxicool
VXC-2 Operations Manual June 2006 AcuTemp www.acutemp.com box may be opened after removing the two screws keeping it closed. The battery charger for the unit is located under the lid of the battery box. The power input panel has three different connectors (See Figure 4.): −... - Page 7 If power is totally lost the holdover time below –20°C is limited to less than three hours. The VXC-2 unit is not equipped with an on/off switch. This is a safety feature designed to prevent accidental disruption of operation. The unit is “turned on” either by plugging it into an AC power source or, if they are sufficiently charged, by connecting its internal batteries.
- Page 8 –22°C position. NOTE: The –22°C setpoint is ONLY used for materials which must be stored frozen. (If the ambient temperature is above 30°C, the VXC-2 may not have the cooling capacity to hold the payload temperature below -20°C). The temperature display indicates the temperature setpoint ten seconds after the LCD display turns on (see Display Functions).
- Page 9 VXC-2 Operations Manual June 2006 AcuTemp www.acutemp.com Figure 3. Temperature Range and Operating Limit Label Figure 4. Power Input Panel with Key Switch rev. 4...
- Page 10 VXC-2 Operations Manual June 2006 AcuTemp www.acutemp.com The connectors for the various power sources are clearly marked on the Power Input Panel. The receptacle for the “POWER GRID” (AC input power) has a fuse holder above the plug. The wire frame hanging from the connector is used to hold the electrical cord in place making it difficult to accidentally disconnect the unit.
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Page 11: Vaxicool Display And Alarm Functions
VXC-2 Operations Manual June 2006 AcuTemp www.acutemp.com VAXICOOL DISPLAY AND ALARM FUNCTIONS The LCD display will begin to function when the unit is turned on. The LCD readout and the two blinking LED alarm lamps (temperature and battery) located above the LCD display will illuminate. - Page 12 ) to indicate the +4°C mode. The VXC-2 continuously records the temperature extremes in the payload space and remembers them for up to seven days. Assuming uninterrupted operation, at the end of each seven-day period the oldest day’s temperature extremes are dropped and replaced by the current day’s information.
- Page 13 VXC-2 Operations Manual June 2006 AcuTemp www.acutemp.com The LED on the right shows the status of the battery or operating voltage. It warns when the operating voltage from any power source is low or has dropped below the safe operating limits. When the unit is operated on AC line power, this LED should always start out GREEN or turn GREEN within a few minutes (after the internal battery achieves adequate charge).
- Page 14 VXC-2 Operations Manual June 2006 AcuTemp www.acutemp.com Battery Voltage LED Indicators LED COLOR BATTERY VOLTAGE GREEN 11.8V and Above YELLOW Between 11.5V and 11.8V 11.5V and Below Audible Alarm: The VaxiCool audible alarm sounds when either the temperature or battery voltages are outside their nominal operating range.
- Page 15 VXC-2 Operations Manual June 2006 AcuTemp www.acutemp.com Figure 7. Schematic of the LED indicators and LCD display. rev. 4...
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Page 16: Maintenance
VXC-2 Operations Manual June 2006 AcuTemp www.acutemp.com MAINTENANCE WARNING: Disconnect all external power before connecting or disconnecting batteries. Also, disconnect all external power sources before performing maintenance or before removing the black cover over the electronic section of the unit. FAILURE TO COMPLY MAY RESULT IN INJURY OR DEATH. - Page 17 The VXC-2 operates on 12 VDC. Power from non-12 VDC sources (e.g. 120 VAC grid power) is converted internally to 12 VDC. Operating on this 12 VDC internal source, the oscillator board provides the correct power to the compressor.
- Page 18 VXC-2 Operations Manual June 2006 AcuTemp www.acutemp.com for the LCD readout, and adjusts system functions to maintain the appropriate internal temperature. To maintain good operation: • The condenser must be kept cleaned of dust and dirt • The external electrical connectors should be kept clean •...
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Page 19: Warranty
AcuTemp makes no representation or warranty, express or implied, with respect to the suitability of the VaxiCool and its phase change materials for holding or carrying any particular items or for any other purpose, including, without limitation, any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. -
Page 20: Appendix A Solar Panel Application
VXC-2 Operations Manual June 2006 AcuTemp www.acutemp.com Appendix A Solar Panel Application If you have purchased or wish to purchase the optional solar panel for keeping the VaxiCool batteries charged via sunlight, selection of the solar panel is based on your location, solar conditions, and duration of daylight and nighttime hours. - Page 21 VXC-2 Operations Manual June 2006 AcuTemp www.acutemp.com however, it should gain some charge. Fully charged, the battery stores enough energy to continue operating through a number of heavily clouded days. rev. 4...
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