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Congratulations! You have made an excellent choice. JULABO thanks you for the trust you have placed in us. This operating manual has been designed to help you gain an understanding of the operation and possible applications of our circulators. For optimal utilization of all functions, we recommend that you thoroughly study this manual prior to beginning operation.
(bath fluid). 2. Operator responsibility – Safety recommendations The products of JULABO ensure safe operation when installed, operated, and maintained according to common safety regulations. This section explains the potential dangers that may arise when operating the circulator and also specifies the most important safety precautions to preclude these dangers as far as possible.
F250, F500 If you have any questions concerning the operation of your unit or the information in this manual, please contact us! JULABO GmbH Contact: +49 7823 51-0 info@julabo.de Eisenbahnstraße 45 +49 7823 2491 www.julabo.de 77960 Seelbach / Germany 3.
Handling Insufficient ventilation may result in the formation of explosive mixtures. Only use the unit in well ventilated areas. The unit is not for use in explosive atmosphere. Only use recommended materials (bath fluids). Only use non-acid and non corroding materials.
F250, F500 4. Technical specifications 4.1. F250 Recirculating Cooler F250 Working temperature range °C -10 ... +40 Temperature stability °C ±0.5 Temperature selection: digital via key pad indication on LED-DISPLAY Temperature indication: LED-DISPLAY Adjustment and display resolution °C Temperature control...
Technical specifications 4.2. F500 Recirculating Cooler F500 Working temperature range °C 0 ... +40 Temperature stability °C ±0.5 Temperature selection: digital via key pad indication on LED-DISPLAY Temperature indication: LED-DISPLAY °C Adjustment and display resolution Temperature control PID 1 Temperature sensor Pt 100 Excess temperature protection 85 °C - fixed value...
F250, F500 4.3. Warning functions and safety installations Excess temperature protection 85 °C - fixed value Low liquid level protection float switch Alarm messages optical + audible (permanent) Overload protection for compressor and pump motor Klasseneinteilung nach DIN 12876-1 Class I Environmental conditions according to IEC 61 010-1: - Use only indoor.
Technical specifications 4.4. Materials of Construction of the wetted Parts F250 Designation Material PVC-tube inner diameter 8.0 x 2.0 mm Sealings processed Bath, complete 1.4404, 1.4301, 1.4435 Sealing screw a.f. 13.0 x 11.0 1.4571 Profile sealing Silicone, white Filling pipe, above...
F250, F500 5. Safety Notes 5.1. Description of the safety notes In addition to the safety warnings listed, warnings are posted throughout the manual. These warnings are designated by an exclamation mark inside an equilateral triangle. “Warning of a dangerous situation (Attention! Please follow the documentation).”...
Safety Notes 5.3. Safety instructions Follow the safety recommendations to prevent damage to persons or property. Further, the valid safety instructions for working places must be followed. • Only connect the unit to a power socket with earthing contact (PE – protective earth)! •...
Transportation and site conditions F250 • Lifting and Transport: At F250: Lift the unit with two persons taking hold of its bottom plate. For transport set the unit on a suitable caster platform (Order No.: 8910045). At F500: The unit is lifted by two people by the hand grips (front and back).
∅ 8/10 mm inner diameter. ∅ 8/12 mm inner diameter. M10x1 male or barbed fittings M16x1 male or barbed fittings Return ( ) ∅ 8/10 mm inner diameter. ∅ 8/12 mm inner diameter. Further accessories can be found at JULABO-Homepage www.julabo.com. 1.951.4806-V0...
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F250, F500 F250 • Before operating the unit after transport, wait about one hour after installation. This will allow any oil that has accumulated laterally during transport to flow back down, thus ensuring that the compressor can develop its maximum capacity.
Operating controls and functional elements 7. Operating controls and functional elements 7.1. F250 Main switch, splash water proofed with integral MCB. = On = Off Indication elements 2(1) - LED Temperature display 2(2) - Control display “Cooling” 2(3) - Control display „Alarm“...
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F250, F500 Power cable with plug Pump connection - outlet, M10x1 male or barbed fitting ∅ 8/10 mm inner diameter Pump connection - return, M10x1 male or barbed fitting ∅ 8/10 mm inner diameter Overflow for Bath, D 10 mm, d...
Operating controls and functional elements 7.2. F500 Main switch, splash water proofed with integral MCB. = On = Off Indication elements 2(1) - LED Temperature display 2(2) - Control display “Cooling” 2(3) - Control display „Alarm“ Foil key pad, splash water proofed 3(1) - Modify keys for Setpoint –...
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F250, F500 Power cable with plug Pump connection - outlet, M16x1 male or barbed fitting ∅ 8/12 mm inner diameter. Pump connection - return, M16x1 male or barbed fitting ∅ 8/12 mm inner diameter. Overflow for Bath, D 10 mm, d...
See website for list of recommended bath fluids. Contact: www.julabo.com NOTICE Use of non-recommended bath fluids may result in a fire hazard or other hazard: JULABO will assume no liability for damages resulting from use of an unsuitable bath liquid. 1.951.4806-V0...
Connect the tubing from the external system to the pump connectors and check for leaks Check to make sure that the drain screw (Pos. 10 at F250, or Pos. 12 at F500) is closed. • Remove the cover of filling (Pos. 5).
Operating procedures 8.4. Switching on / Start - Stop Switching on: • The recirculating cooler is turned on and off with the mains switch (1). The unit performs a self-test. All segments of the 4-digit LED temperature DISPLAY and all indicator lights will illuminate Then the software version and the type of unit is indicated.
F250, F500 8.6. Timer function With the timer function the operating time can be limited to an allowed time. 8.6.1. Setting the time The setting can only be made in the Stop status. Calling the timer function: Factory setting is the...
AUTOSTART ON / OFF The recirculating cooler has been configured and supplied by JULABO according to N.A.M.U.R. recommendations. This means for the start mode, that the unit must enter a safe operating state after a power failure (non-automatic start mode). This safe operating state is indicated by „OFF“...
F250, F500 9. Safety installations 9.1. Excess temperature protection This safety installation is independent of the control circuit. When the temperature of the bath fluid has reached the safety temperature (85 °C), a complete shutdown of the compressor and pump is effected.
• Switch off the unit • Wait 2 Seconds • Switch on the unit If the error occurs again, a remote diagnosis must be made. If the unit cannot be returned to operation, contact an authorized JULABO service station. 1.951.4806-V0...
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F250, F500 Disturbances that are not indicated. Overload protection: a) for cooling machine b) for pump motor After a short cooling interval, the unit will automatically start running. Main fuse: The main switch (1) of the device is also a circuit breaker.
Periodic maintenance is not required. The tank should be filled only with a bath fluid recommended by JULABO. To avoid contamination, it is essential to change the bath fluid from time to time. Repairs: Before asking for a service technician or returning a JULABO instrument for repair, please contact an authorized JULABO service station.
• Package the unit carefully and properly. • Always include a brief description of the problem. If you send your JULABO unit back to us, please include a Service Return Note, which you can download at our website www.julabo.de. Please fill out the form and include it with the device or fax or e-mail it to us in advance.
24 months, limited to a maximum of 10 000 working hours. To apply for this extended warranty the user must register the unit on the JULABO web site www.julabo.de, indicating the serial no. The extended warranty will apply from the date of JULABO GmbH’s original invoice.
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