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OPERATING MANUAL

Caldera 70, 150, 200, 250, 300

CAUTION:

BEFORE USING THIS UNIT PLEASE FIRST READ CAREFULLY THE OPERATING MANUAL

Manufacturer: POL-EKO-APARATURA SP.J.

Version: 1.58 Data 18.05.2018 r.

Instruction manual – CALDERA

POL-EKO APARATURA sp.j. • ul. Kokoszycka 172 C • 44-300 Wodzisław Śl. • tel./fax +48/ 32 453 91 70 • e-mail [email protected]

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CONTENTS

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ........................................................................................................................ 5 1.1 Symbols used in the operating manual ................................................................................................... 5 1.2 Usage guidelines..................................................................................................................................... 5

2 ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AND DISPOSAL OF THE UNIT ............................................. 6

3 GENERAL INFORMATION .............................................................................................................. 6 3.1 Intended usage ....................................................................................................................................... 6

4 BEFORE THE FIRST USE ............................................................................................................... 6 4.1 Transportation on the unit ....................................................................................................................... 6 4.2 Storage indications.................................................................................................................................. 7 4.3 Unit installation ........................................................................................................................................ 7 4.4 Information concerning sample placement .............................................................................................. 8

5 UNIT DESCRIPTION ........................................................................................................................ 9 5.1 Physical features of the unit .................................................................................................................... 9 5.2 Control panel ......................................................................................................................................... 10 5.3 Programming possibilities ..................................................................................................................... 10

6 HOW TO OPERATE THE UNIT .....................................................................................................11 6.1 Guidelines for users .............................................................................................................................. 11 6.2 Start-up ................................................................................................................................................. 11 6.3 Temperature alteration .......................................................................................................................... 12 6.4 Setting the temperature alarm ............................................................................................................... 12

7 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE OF THE DEVICE....................................................................13 7.1 Housing cleaning................................................................................................................................... 13 7.2 Chamber cleaning ................................................................................................................................. 13

8 RESUMING OPERATION AFTER A LONGER PERIOD OF TIME ..............................................13

9 PROBLEMATIC SITUATIONS ......................................................................................................13 9.1 If the unit is not working ........................................................................................................................ 13 9.2 LED display is not working .................................................................................................................... 14 9.3 Control panel buttons are not working ................................................................................................... 14 9.4 Yellow LED is visible ............................................................................................................................. 14

10 UNIT INSPECTION ........................................................................................................................15

11 WARRANTY ...................................................................................................................................15

12 RATING PLATE .............................................................................................................................16

13 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION ......................................................................................................17

14 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ..............................................................................................18



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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

1.1 Symbols used in the operating manual

NOTE: This symbol indicates warnings directly or indirectly connected with body harm of the User or damage of the unit.

1.2 Usage guidelines

Safety regulations at workplace as well as Labour Code regulations shall be obeyed by a person op-

erating the unit. The operating manual shall be thoroughly studied. The below-mentioned guidelines

shall be obeyed in order to ensure security of the User as well as long-term and failure-free usage of

the unit. Residual danger may appear during the usage of the unit.

Special attention should be paid during closing the chamber’s door as there is the possibility of trapping fingers.

It is forbidden to:

touch live parts of the unit,

operate the unit with wet hands,

put water vessels on the unit

store inflammable or volatile substances inside the unit,

put heavy objects on the unit (safe working load – 5kg),

cover the unit with any towels, blankets or other objects which may hinder ventilation,

climb or sit on the unit,

overload unit’s shelves (safe working load of the unit and its shelves is provided in technical data of this operating manual)

store any dry goods,

insert liquids which are over ambient temperature – heated in other device,

operate the unit with contaminated gloves or hands,

carry out alterations in the unit without written consent of the manufacturer.

The user shall:

Additionally,

place samples in such a way to provide proper air circulation in the chamber,

open the door for the shortest period of time to reduce temperature fluctuations,

always check if the doors are closed,

disconnect the unit and protect it from reconnecting if it has any visual faults.

use only mains with earthing,

unplug the power cable holding the protective cover and not the cable itself,,

disconnect the unit from the mains before undertaking any repairs or maintenance works,

protect the power cable and the plug from any damage,

disconnect the power plug before moving the unit.

WARNING: This symbol indicates warnings directly connected with life and health threat. These warnings should be obeyed taking into consideration the possibility of electrical shock.



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2 ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AND DISPOSAL OF THE UNIT

The packaging protects the unit from any damage during transportation. The packaging

is harmless to the environment and can be recycled. Please dispose the packaging ac-

cording to the environmental protection regulations or have it recycled. The unit itself can

be recycled in order to save the resources

The unit is marked according to European Union directives on waste electrical and elec-

tronic equipment (WEEE2). This directives determine the return and recycling conditions

and are valid in all European Union countries.

PLEASE HELP US PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT! We would like to inform you that we have taken all the necessary steps to make sure that the unit will

meet your requirements and will work reliably. Due to the fact that we constantly improve our products

and extend their range, we invite you to provide us with any feedback. All suggestions are welcome!

Visit us at: www.polekolab.com

3 GENERAL INFORMATION

3.1 Intended usage

The unit is used to heat different kinds of liquids and blankets. It can work in temperatures ranging

from 35°C to 42°C (to 70°C - option).

The unit shall not be used to store food products, dry products which are not in airtight containers,

strongly caustic substances as well as substances which may flood the chamber or cause the

explosion.

The unit shall not be used to defrost substances.

4 BEFORE THE FIRST USE

4.1 Transportation on the unit

The unit is guarded against any damage during transportation. It is necessary to transport the unit in

the upright position – as it is indicated in the label. The package containing the unit shall be secured

against unintended movements. Transportation and storage conditions are provided on the label

placed in the packaging.



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4.2 Storage indications

It is recommended to check the technical condition of the unit and its accessories once you receive

the unit in the presence of the delivery person. The courier service or the producer is responsible for

any damage to the unit caused in transporting when the unit is delivered by the producer. The unit

shall be stored in a place which fulfils conditions specified in the label, including temperature

and humidity.

4.3 Unit installation

On the surface of unit components made of stainless steel, slight discoloration may occur. It is a result

of the technologies used in the production of metal sheet in accordance with the requirements of PN-

EN 10088-2 standard and it is not a defect of the unit.

The installation of the unit is usually carried out by the producer’s representative or a person author-

ized by the producer. The technical documentation of the unit includes the following information: in-

stallation place and sealed personal data of the person carrying out the installation.

The unit is not disinfected.

The place of installation of the unit should meet the following conditions:

· ambient temperature +10°C...+28°C

· relative humidity of the ambient air to 60%

· the unit shall be installed in a place which enables absolute control over its operation

· the unit has not been designed to work in highly dusty environments

· the unit should be put on a hard and stable substrate

· the unit should be placed at least 100mm away from the wall

· the height of the room must be at least 300mm greater than the height of the unit

· this unit may not be exposed to direct sunlight

· the unit should be kept away from any heat sources*

· the unit is not designed to be built-in

· the place of installation of the unit should contain a mains socket- 230V/50H

· it is recommended to observe environment conditions of the installation place

If you don’t comply with the above recommendations, it may cause unit’s damage and deteriorate the

following technical parameters:

· temperature stability

· temperature homogeneity

· power consumption

If you don’t comply with the recommendations of the installation place, you may lose your warranty

rights.

*) If it is not possible to locate the unit in a place that fully complies with the above requirements, make

sure that the following points are obeyed:



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- if the room temperature is higher than recommended, monitor the temperature in the chamber using

an additional independent temperature sensor,

The electric installation should meet the following conditions: the electric installation should be se-

cured by a 16 A antisurge fuse.

4.4 Information concerning sample placement

To provide proper air circulation and stable conditions in which the samples are stored in the chamber,

it is necessary to obey the following rules:

- the max height of the samples should not exceed 1/3 of the space between the shelves

- the samples should be placed in such a way so that the horizontal surface between the containers

does not exceed 1/3 of the width and height of the empty shelf

- the space between the samples and between the samples and the wall should be more or less equal

The picture below is an example of the placement of samples in the chamber:

Front view

Top view

Following the above-mentioned rules provides the best temperature stability.

The unit is an alternating current device - 230V/50Hz. Please connect it to a socket with ground in order to avoid electric shocks in case of the unit’s failure.



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5 UNIT DESCRIPTION

5.1 Physical features of the unit

The physical features of the unit are presented on the basis of Caldera 150. Models such as: Caldera

70, Caldera 200, Caldera 250 and Caldera 300 are of a similar build. The only difference lies in height,

capacity, the number of shelves and positioning of those shelves.

Physical features of the exterior

(1) Main switch

(2) Service part

(3) Control panel

(4) Rating plate

(5) Door equipped with panel

of toughened glass

Physical features of the interior (6) Interior Lighting LED

(7) Shelfs

Fan, which forced air circulation,

are located in the top part of the chamber.

Note:

Blankets are not part of the device.

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5.2 Control panel

The control panel is used to check the current temperature inside the chamber as well as to program

and set up the parameters of the unit.

(1) Alarm signalization (yellow LED)

(2) Power on/off signalization – when it is green the unit is switched on

(3) LCD graphical display – current temperature of the unit or alarm code is displayed

(4) - scroll down button, enter User menu

(5) - scroll up button, toggle chamber LED light ON/OFF

(6) - enter/accept button

5.3 Programming possibilities

The electronic controller with LED display and three buttons enables to choose the temperature inside

the chamber ranging from 35°C to 42°C. It is possible to change the temperature by 1°C. After the

unit is switched on, it works constantly on the previously set temperature.

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6 HOW TO OPERATE THE UNIT

6.1 Guidelines for users

When operating the unit, the following rules must be obeyed:

1. The operation of the unit shall be conducted in compliance with the company’s regula-

tions as well as general rules of law.

2. The operation of the unit with contaminated hands or gloves is forbidden.

3. The unit shall not be used to store liquids which are not in airtight containers.

4. Containers, bags and other packaging shall be dry on the outside.

5. It is forbidden to insert liquids of higher temperature than the temperature set in the

chamber. Consequently, the user may be misled and use liquids of improper tempera-

ture.

6. It is recommended to fill the chamber with the samples once in twenty-four hours. When

the chamber is filled more frequently, it is necessary to determine the sequence of sam-

ples which are inserted and those which are taken out in order to minimize the risk of

using liquids which are insufficiently heated.

7. It is necessary to set the temperature of the unit in accordance to the producer’s or au-

thorized persons’ recommendations. If usable temperatures of liquids differ, the user of

the unit shall avoid heating those liquids in one chamber at the same time.

8. The user shall monitor the time of storing liquids in the chamber. It shall be compatible

with the producer’s or authorized persons’ recommendations.

9. The user is obliged to monitor the temperature of liquids.

10. Before using the liquid, it is necessary to make sure that the temperature of the liquid is

proper and in compliance to its usage.

6.2 Start-up

To start-up the unit, plug it into the socket and use the on/off switch that is located in the upper part of

the equipment on the left. Adjusting the settings (temperature settings) shall be conducted by means

of the control panel which is placed in the top front part of the unit.

After switching on the unit, such peripheral devices as: a EEPROM memory, a Data Flash memory, a

Real-Time Clock (RTC) and a temperature sensor are tested by a unit’s driver. The current tempera-

ture in the chamber is displayed after the test is carried out successfully.



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6.3 Temperature alteration

The unit has been factory set and calibrated. Its calibration has been conducted in accordance to

applicable regulations and instructions of the producer with the use of appliances subject to metro-

logical inspection.

Temperature values, measured by a sensor built up inside the chamber, are displayed on the display

of the control panel. The unit is calibrated in such a way as to reflect the temperature in the center

point of the chamber.

Temperature in the chamber – the displayed temperature during the unit runtime

1. When the temperature value in the chamber is displayed, press - the user menu will show

Uset,

2. To enter the user menu press promptly button,

3. The display will show sp press button,

4. With buttons and set requested temperature value,

5. With button approve requested temperature,

6. The device commences to work at the requested temperature value.

6.4 Setting the temperature alarm

To set the temperature alarm:

1. When the temperature value in the chamber is displayed, press - the user menu will show

Uset,

2. To enter the user menu promptly press button ,

3. The display will show sp press button,

4. The display will show AL press button,

5. With buttons and choose parameter and press button.

In the device it possible to parameterize temperature alarm with the following parameters:

dtLo – offset of low temperature sets in the range from 1°C do 5°C

dtHI – offset of high temperature sets in the range of od 1°C do 5°C

dEL – delay in minutes sets in the range from 1 to 15 minutes.

With and buttons choose the parameters and press button to confirm.



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7 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE OF THE DEVICE

The housing of the device as well as its interior should be cleaned once a month, unless

otherwise provided by company’s regulations,

It is indispensable to carry out disinfection when some liquid is spilt,

Cleaning – the disinfection of the unit shall be conducted by a professional and trained

personnel. Specialist cleaning liquids based on alcohol and chlorine,

Leave the door open for app. 15 minutes in order to ventilate the chamber,

During cleaning the unit check the elements of the housing and chamber paying attention to

any signs of corrosion and mechanical damage,

7.1 Housing cleaning

1. The housing and door should be cleaned with caution using a soft cloth dampened with water.

2. Stubborn dirt shall be removed by means of specialist cleaning liquids based on alcohol and chlorine.

3. Electrical parts shall not get in contact with water or detergents.

4. Cleaning of the unit may by accompanied with its disinfection.

5. The user shall prevent the label from getting wet. If the label becomes soaked, it may unstuck.

7.2 Chamber cleaning

1. Empty the chamber before cleaning.

2. Open the door of the device and wait till the chamber cools, take out the shelves and start cleaning the unit.

3. Use only water or water with mild detergent to clean the unit.

4. Let the unit dry after cleaning the unit and then assemble all removed parts.

8 RESUMING OPERATION AFTER A LONGER PERIOD OF TIME

9 PROBLEMATIC SITUATIONS

9.1 If the unit is not working

The following aspects shall be checked:

- Is there an electrical supply failure?

- Is the power cord plugged in the mains socket properly?

- Is the main switch on?

Call the technical service if any attempts of switching the unit on and off fail.

Before cleaning the device, it is necessary to disconnect the unit from the electri-cal supply!

1. Remove all objects from the chamber.

2. Disconnect the device from the mains.

3. Clean and dry the chamber.

4. Leave the door open to avoid nasty smells.

5. Store in temperature between 0°C and 50°C.



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9.2 LED display is not working

Call the technical service if the failure in operation still occurs, after having checked the above-

mentioned points and switching the unit off and on.

9.3 Control panel buttons are not working

Call the technical service if the failure in operation still occurs, after switching the unit off and on.

9.4 Yellow LED is visible

ALAr message is visible when the unit’s driver detects a failure. It is indicated by a yellow LED.

Press button to decode the failure. Press button again to confirm the code of the failure. If

there are more failures, press and to decipher other failures. If the cause of the failure is de-

leted, the message will not appear again.

Failure code Failure description

rnG1

The temperature has been exceeded on channel no. 1 - main sensor damage or disruption in taking measurements. Call the technical ser-vice if the failure persists.

t1LO

The temperature has not reached the minimum value on the main sen-sor – the chamber is too cooled. Open the door so that the samples reach ambient temperature.

t1HI

The temperature has exceed the maximum value on the main sensor - the chamber is overheated. Open the door so that the samples cool and reach 40°C.

door Open door warning - the door is open or the sensor is damaged. Close the door.

t2LO

The temperature has not reached the minimum value on the support sensor – the chamber is too cooled. Open the door so that the samples reach ambient temperature.

t2HI

The temperature has exceed the maximum value on the support sensor - the chamber is overheated. Open the door so that the samples cool and reach 40°C.

rnG2

The temperature has been exceeded on channel no. 2 - support sen-sor damage or disruption in taking measurements. Call the technical service if the failure persists.

--A1 Driver failure. Call the technical service if the failure persists

--A2 Driver failure. Call the technical service if the failure persists

osc2 Driver failure. Call the technical service if the failure persists

C1C2 Failure of measurement on both sensors. Open the door so that the samples reach ambient temperature.



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10 UNIT INSPECTION

The unit is subject to inspection carried out by the authorized service. This inspection shall be con-

ducted at least every 12 months. It is recommended to have the inspection of the temperature distribu-

tion conducted every 12 months.

The following components are also subject to periodical changes:

- fans – once a year,

- gaskets – every five years,

- battery

11 WARRANTY

Warranty conditions shall be subject to Polish law

Support form and warranty conditions are specified on the manufacturer's website:

http://www.pol-eko.com.pl/en/service

Warranty repairs have to be reported to:

POL-EKO-APARATURA Sp.j. ul. Kokoszycka 172 C

44-300 Wodzisław Śl.

Tel:

+48 32 453 91 96

+48 32 453 91 70

+48 32 453 90 30

E-mail:

[email protected]

http://www.pol-eko.com.pl/en/service

mailto:[email protected]



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12 RATING PLATE

The rating plate is located on the left wall of the unit, in the upper left corner.

150 l

55 kg

IP 20

250 W

Made in EU

tel. (+48) 32 453 91 70 www.pol-eko.eu

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Caldera 150

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220-240V 50Hz

A.Polok-Kowalska, S.Kowalski

1. Name and address of manufacturer

2. Production date

3. Device type

4. Serial number

5. Disposal of the unit in accordance to

WEEE2

6. Electric shock protection: protection

against indirect contact and housing

protection level (IP Code)CE sign

7. Weight

8. Capacity

9. Nominal power

10. Voltage and frequency of mains



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13 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION

*dims of power cable (50 mm) not included

** volume of air in the device

The technical data has been provided to tolerance of ± 5%, the capacity of the chamber is always

smaller due to the assembled drawers.

MODEL

PARAMETER Caldera 70 Caldera 150 Caldera 200 Caldera 250 Caldera 300

Driver Microprocessor with external LCD graphic display

Air circulation Forced

Chamber capacity [l]** 68 150 200 250 300

Temperature ranges 35°C ÷ 42°C (option 70°C)

Chamber material Stainless steel according to DIN 1.4301

Exterior dimensions [mm]

width x height x depth* 555x640x520 600x857x620 600x1057x620 600x1252x620 600x1455x620

Chamber dimensions [mm]

width x height x depth 449x410x370 449x658x472 449x858x472 449x1054x472 449x1256x472

Nominal power[W] 250 250 250 250 250

Weight [kg] 50 55 60 71 78

Temperature setting 1°C

Standard number

drawers / shelves -/4 2/- 3/- 4/- 5/-

Max drawer workload [kg] 20 20 20 20 20

Max unit workload [kg] 80 40 60 80 80

Overheat security system Independent thermostat, thermal fuse

Power supply AC 220V-240V / 50 Hz



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14 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

DEKLARACJA ZGODNOŚCI UE

EU DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

Produkt: Product:

Komora grzewcza Caldera Heating chamber Caldera

Model: Model:

Caldera 70; Caldera 150; Caldera 200; Caldera 250; Caldera 300

w wersjach: in version:

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Nazwa i adres producenta: Name and address of the manufacturer:

POL-EKO-APARATURA sp.j.

A. Polok-Kowalska, S. Kowalski

ul. Kokoszycka 172c

44-300 Wodzisław Śl.

Niniejsza deklaracja zgodności wydana zostaje na

wyłączną odpowiedzialność producenta.

This declaration of conformity is issued under the sole

responsibility of the manufacturer.

Wymieniony powyżej przedmiot niniejszej

deklaracji jest zgodny z odnośnymi wymaganiami

unijnego prawodawstwa harmonizacyjnego:

The object of the declaration described above is in

conformity with the relevant Union harmonisation

legislation:

LVD 2014/35/UE

EMC 2014/30/UE

RoHS 2011/65/UE

WEEE 2012/19/UE

LVD 2014/35/EU

EMC 2014/30/EU

RoHS 2011/65/EU

WEEE 2012/19/EU

Odniesienia do odnośnych norm

zharmonizowanych, które zastosowano, lub do

innych specyfikacji technicznych, w stosunku, do

których deklarowana jest zgodność:

References to the relevant harmonised standards used

or references to the other technical specifications in

relation to which conformity is declared:

LVD PN-EN 61010-1:2011

PN-EN 61010-2-010:2015-01

PN-EN 60519-1:2015-10

PN-EN 60529:2003

EMC PN-EN 61326-1:2013-06

RoHS PN-EN 50581:2013-03

Wodzisław Śl. 19.04.2016 (Director)



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