Froilabo EVOLUTION Ultra Low Temperature Freezer Owner’s Manual

Froilabo EVOLUTION Ultra Low Temperature Freezer

FROILABO EVOLUTION ULT FREEZERS

Development Guided by the User

100 years of experience and taking on board customer feedback have led our R&D team to offer you a range of ultra performance ULT Freezers. Safety, innovation, and performance have been at the heart of our strategy of development and design of our devices.

Product Information

• 100 years of experience and know-how
• Sample security: The preservation of the sample has been the key consideration in our product development.
• ULT freezer performance: Priority has been given to fast temperature recovery without compromising power consumption.
• Product innovation: Customer feedback has led to the development of our freezers with several patented innovations.
• Simplicity of maintenance & diagnosis: 12 LED sensors anticipate and simplify maintenance, allowing the freezer’s downtime to be minimized when maintenance is necessary.
• European manufacturing: Froilabo ULT Freezers have been conceived and designed in France and manufactured in Europe.
• A scalable range
• CE Marking
• MET Marking
• ISO 9001 and ISO 13485 certified production site

Product Usage Instructions

• Protected & secure samples: Equipped with several safety devices, Froilabo ULT freezers guarantee the long-term preservation of your samples.

• CO2 and LN2 backup options available

• BoSS system (Board Substitution System): Ensures the compressors remain operational in the event of electronic board failure. Up to 30 hours regulation on batteries, allowing time to arrange repair or maintenance.

• Ergonomic intelligent handle: The ergonomically designed handle aligns the user force with the required action of unlocking or opening/closing the door. A sensor in the handle confirms door closure/locking.

• Visual and audible alarms: A variety of alarms alert the user to system issues, such as temperature increase, door opening, power supply, and more. The alarm events may be recorded and can be customized.

• Access control: Freezer settings, such as temperature, are protected by a user password. Additionally, the door may be locked to restrict access to the contents within the freezer.

• Powerful compressors: Secure their environment. Froilabo ULT
  Freezers ensure optimal operation for the safety of your samples in all circumstances.

• Micro-cuts power protection: The electronic board will accept power micro-cuts. It will minimize the number of compressor reboots and will reduce potential maintenance. In the event of power failure, the backup battery ensures that alarm and freezer information can be displayed.

• Adjustable delay: After a mains power outage, each ULT Freezer can adjust the time delay for re-start to avoid a simultaneous peak demand on the facility power supply.

Equipment Features:

• Innovative & ergonomic
• External dimensions: Froilabo is the only manufacturer of ULT freezers to offer a useful volume of 690 L (24.3 cu.ft.) or 48,000 2ml tubes with a device measuring less than 90cm (35.4) wide, allowing it to fit through a standard doorway.
• Robust Construction: An interior tank and shelves fully designed in stainless steel for intensive use and maximum life.

DEVELOPMENT GUIDED BY THE USER

100 years of experience and taking on board customer feedback have led our R&D team to offer you a range of ultra performance ULT Freezers. Safety, innovation and performance have been at the heart of our strategy of development and design of our devices.

100 years of experience and know-how

Sample security
The preservation of the sample has been the key to any other consideration in our product development.

ULT freezer performance
Priority has been given to fast temperature recoverywithout compromising the power consumption.

Product innovation
Customer feedback has led the development of our freezers with several innovations being patented.

Simplicity of maintenance & diagnosis
12 LED sensors anticipate and simplify maintenance, allowing the freezer’s downtime to be minimised when maintenance is necessary.

2 models available, – 45ºC and
– 86ºC with space for up to 48,000 cryotubes

European manufacturing
The results of several years of research and development, Froilabo ULT Freezers have been conceived and designed in France and manufactured in Europe.

A scalable range
Feedback from our customers has guided the development of the Evolution, culminating in 2 models to suit your requirements, -45ºC and -86ºC. Both are fully F-Gas compliant and are optimised for daily use including frequent door opening.

SAMPLES

Protected & secure

Secure samples
Equipped with several safety devices, Froilabo ULT freezers guarantee the long term preservation of your samples.

CO2 and LN2 backup options available

BoSS system (Board Substitution System)
Ensures the compressors remain operational in the event of electronic board failure. Up to 30 hours regulation on batteries, allowing time to arrange repair or maintenance.

Ergonomic intelligent handle
The ergonomically designed handle aligns the user force with the required action of unlocking or opening/closing the door. A sensor in the handle confirms door closure/locking.

Visual and audible alarms
A variety of alarms alert the user to system issues, such as temperature increase, door opening, power supply and more. The alarm events may be recorded and can be customised.

Access control
Freezer settings, such as temperature, are protected by user password.
Additionally the door may be locked to restrict access to the contents within the freezer.

Powerful compressors
Essential for a rapid return to the set temperature after opening the door (cascade compressors for -86°C ULTs)

Secure their environment
Froilabo ULT Freezers ensure optimal operation for the safety of your samples in all circumstances.

Micro-cuts power protection
The electronic board will accept power micro-cuts. It will minimise the number of compressor reboots and will reduce potential maintenance. In the event of power failure, the back-up battery ensures that alarm and freezer information can be displayed.

Adjustable delay
After a mains power outage, each ULT Freezer can adjust the time delay for re- start to avoid a simultaneous peak demand on the facility power supply.

EQUIPMENT FEATURES

Innovative & ergonomic

5 second filter replacement and tool-free internal door panel extraction

External dimensions
Froilabo is the only manufacturer of ULT freezers to offer a useful volume of 690 L (24,3 cu.ft.) or 48000 2ml tubes with a device measuring less than 90cm (35.4″) wide allowing it to fit through a standard doorway.

Robust Construction
An interior tank and shelves fully designed in stainless steel for intensive use and maximum life.

Easy access to samples
Pull-out shelves are anti-tipping and ease the access to sample and specimen.
(Available as an option, 2 shelves maximum for the 690l model).

Heated pressure release valve
A bidirectional heated valve ensures balance between pressure and allows reopening of the door very quickly after closing.

Reduction of frost formation
The flatness of the door and the flat heated door seal help to minimize frost formation.

Removable accessories
Filter, internal doors and shelves are removable for easy maintenance and defrosting.

Easy tank cleaning
Round corners ease the cleaning and disinfection of the internal compartment.

PERFORMANCES

Temperature & homogeneity

+/-4 hours Pull downto-86°C(empty 690 Lmodel – 22°C ambient temperature)

Cooling power and temperature homogeneity
Rapid cooling and temperature homogeneity inside the freezer are critical for sample preservation.

Rapid temperature pull down
Unrivalled temperature pull down allows rapid temperature recovery after door openings and restarts.

Delayed temperature rise
60 years of experience with designing insulation for ULT Freezers and the use of cryo-accumulator plates (option) retains the low temperature during door opening and power failures. +/-3 hours to go from -80°C to -60°C without cryo- accumulator and +/-6 hours with cryo-accumulator.

Rapid recovery of the set temperature
Our powerful compressors allow a return to setpoint in less than 45 minutes.
This parameter is essential for optimal sample preservation.

Temperature homogeneity
The excellent temperature homogeneity inside the bowl allows energy saving for a same high temperature limit. +/-5°C at -80°C

Optimal Thermodynamic Performance
Powerful and economic compressors combined with efficient insulation deliver the best performance/power consumption ratio.

Optimized insulation
Vacuum Insulation Panel (VIP, VACUPOR™ type) combined with high density polyurethane foam offer optimal insulation. In case of power outage, the temperature rise is significantly slowed down.

Homogeneity and stability of temperature
The use of rounded corners within the tank improved heat exchange by 15%, which also contributes to energy savings.

New generation of compressors
More compact and offering improved energy performance, our new generation of compressors allow significant energy savings.

CONSUMPTION

Optimized & controlled

Energy consumption

The energy consumption of a ULT Freezer is influenced by many factors, including the performance of the freezer and the way it is used. Froilabo provides users with all available information to help reduce power consumption of their equipment.

No one uses an empty freezer
Beware of manufacture performance and economy claims measured with empty freezers in low temperature environments. Froilabo ULT Freezers operate and are measured in the real world with large numbers of samples and realistic ambient temperatures.

ULT Freezer in use
This is the only significant measure of the real power consumption of a ULT Freezer. It is greatly influenced by the set temperature, the frequency of door opening, the ambient temperature, the filter cleanliness, the power supply stability, and many more factors.

Reducing Energy Consumption
The user can significantly reduce energy consumption by optimising operating conditions, environment and paying attention to the equipment and settings.

Up to 20% energy saving when using eco mode

Eco Mode
Ability to minimise the power consumption of the freezer outside usual working hours.

Proximity sensor
Proximity sensor will only activate the screen when a user is present to conserve power.

Energy performances indicator
A colored indicator gives in real time the energetical comfort zone of the device.
Green, yellow or red, the user is informed of the freezer’s energy performance.

Best practices tutoriall
Recommendations and tips to guide users influencing power consumption: ambient T°, cleanliness of the filter, door opening frequency, etc.

MANAGEMENT INTERFACE

Intuitive & secure

Eco Mode fundamentals
Customisable and effective, Eco Mode will help you reduce your energy consumption.

Eco Mode menu screen

Traceability of events in any circumstances
Track the temperature and other events.

Record 10 hours of temperature profile and alarm events

Collection of data with USB port
A USB port is available for data collection. Temperature profile and alarm events are recorded and may be downloaded (CSV file).

History of events
View the temperature profile and alarm events from the last 10 hours on the intuitive touch screen.

MAINTENANCE

Preventive & simplified

Self-diagnosis and predictive maintenance
ULT Freezers provide a self-diagnosis that allows users to anticipate maintenance by reporting any reduction in performance.

“Diagnosis” menu
It gives a preview in real time of the operation of the device. It identifies drifts of parameters (pressure, consumption, T ° of exchange, etc.) and the status of critical components (battery, power relay contacts, etc.).

12 LED indicators
LED indicators give quick alarms indentification
(BoSS engaged, low battery, T° alarm, …). It eases the diagnosis.

Info menu
Key figures related to conditions of use: number of door openings and times, starts of compressors, power consumption, ambient T°, etc.

Remote hotline
Thanks to the diagnosis menu, with a simple call, our technicians are able to determine the problem encountered before even intervening.

Quick and simple service
Critical elements can be replaced rapidly, minimising downtime= and significantly reducing maintenance and service cost.

“Plug & Play” electronicsThe electronics and display contained in the module are easily removable and can be rapidly switched without any specialised tools.

Removable cooling system
The cooling unit is mounted on a removable tray. This allows immediate cooling system replacement, avoiding the need to return the unit to the workshop.

SPECIFICATIONS

VOLUME

| ****

COMPARTMENTS

| ****

CAPACITY

(2ML CRYO-TUBES)

| ****

EXTERNAL DIMENSIONS

HxLxW

MM (INCHES)

| ****

INNER

DIMENSIONS

HxLxW

MM (INCHES)

| ****

NET WEIGHT

(KG AND LB.)

| ****

POWER SUPPLY

---|---|---|---|---|---|---

340 L

| ****

2

| ****

24,000

| ****

1280 x 970 x 875

| ****

716 x 752 x 630

| ****

223 kg

|
12.0 cu.ft.| | | (50.4 x 38.2 x 34.5)| (28.2 x 29.6 x 24.8)| 492 lb.|

515 L

18.1 cu.ft.

| ****

3

| ****

36,000

| ****

1640 x 970 x 875

(64.6 x 38.2 x 34.5)

| ****

1076 x 752 x 630

(42.4 x 29.6 x 24.8)

| ****

267 kg

589 lb.

| 230V/50Hz

110V/50-60Hz

208V/60Hz

| | | | |
690 L| 4| 48,000| 1998 x 970 x 875| 1436 x 752 x 630| 330 kg|
24.3 cu.ft.| | | (78.4 x 38.2 x 34.5)| (56.6 x 29.6 x 24.8)| 728 lb.|

OPTIONS & STORAGE

OPTIONS LIST

23.5 x 29.3 in.)
| BM/CO2T| Liquid CO2 injection backup system. Autonomy 15 hours, flexible 3m included
| BM/FL1| Stainless steel connection flexible freezer / bottle or CO2 ramp, length 2m
| BM/FL2| Stainless steel connection flexible freezer / bottle or CO2 ramp, length 3m
| BM/FL3| Stainless steel connection flexible freezer / bottle or CO2 ramp, length 4m
SECURITY|
| BM/CRYO2E| Cryo-accumulators for BM340, (Temperature up time doubled)
| BM/CRYO3E| Cryo-accumulators for BM515, (Temperature up time doubled)
| BM/CRYO4E| Cryo-accumulators for BM690, (Temperature up time doubled)
| BM/OPT20| Padlock closure bracket (padlock supply by costumer)
| BM/OPT2E| Independent temperature probe PT100 ohms (-100°C to +50°C), connector at back
| BM/OPT3E| Independent K thermocouple (-100°C to +50°C), connector at back
| BM/OPT4E| Pt 100 ohms x3 (-100°C to +50 °C ) probes (DIN connector at the back)
TEMPERATURE CONTROL

&

COMMUNICATIONS

| BM/OPT5E| Sensor with 3m cable length for external calibration
BM/OPT6E| Certified temperature probe
| BM/OPT7E| Circular diagram temperature recorder 0°C to -100°C (1 revolution for 7 days)
| BM/OPT9E| RS 485 port
| BM/OPT13E| 4-20mA output
| BM/OPT14E| Samples screen mapping
| ****

BM/QP

| Performances qualification : 9 points temperature mapping, made in Froilabo factory by a certified independent organisation
IQ/OQ/PQ|
| BM/QIQO| Installation and qualification IQ/OQ (without travelling expenses)

STORAGE ELEMENTS

CAT

|

REF

|

DESCRIPTION

|

NUMBER OF

SHELVES

| USABLE HEIGHT MM

(INCHES)

| CRYOBOXES CAPACITY

(133 X 133 X 51 MM)

(5.23 X 5.23 X 2 IN.)

|

FREEZER RACKS CAPACITY

(340 L / 515 L / 690 L)

---|---|---|---|---|---|---
| BM/EL2T690 BM/EL2T690A| Full stainless steel 2 drawers rack

Stainless steel rack

with 2 aluminium drawers

|

2

|

164 (6.46)

|

60

|
| BM/EL3T690 BM/EL3T690A| Full stainless steel 3 drawers rack

Stainless steel rack

with 3 aluminium drawers

|

3

|

109 (4.29)

|

60

|
RACKS WITH DRAWERS (288x730x343mm) (11.34×28.74×13.5in.)| BM/EL4T690 BM/EL4T690A| Full stainless steel 4 drawers rack

Stainless steel rack

with 4 aluminium drawers

|

4

|

80 (3.15)

|

40

|

4 / 6 / 8

| BM/EL5T690 BM/EL5T690A| Full stainless steel 5 drawers rack

Stainless steel rack

with 5 aluminium drawers

|

5

|

63 (2.48)

|

50

|
| BM/EL6T690 BM/EL6T690A| Full stainless steel 6 drawers rack

Stainless steel rack

with 6 aluminium drawers

|

6

|

53 (2.08)

|

60

|
|

BM/EL3E690AC

| Aluminium rack, 15 compartments|

3

|

109 (4.29)

|

30

|
RACKS WITH FIXED SHELVES (140x730x343mm) (5.51×28.74×13.5in.)|

BM/EL4E690AC

| Aluminium rack, 20 compartments|

4

|

80 (3.15)

|

20

|
| | | | | 8 / 12 / 16
BM/EL5E690AC| Aluminium rack, 25 compartments| 5| 63 (2.48)| 25|
|

BM/EL6E690AC

| Aluminium rack, 30 compartments|

6

|

54 (2.12)

|

30

|

OTHER STORAGE ELEMENTS

|

BM/ELE690

| Stainless steel rack, 5 colums, up to

30 compartments,

removables shelves.

|

Between 1 and 6

|

Between 54 and

109

|

160 micro-plates

96 wells

30 compartments

|

8 / 12 / 16

BASKETS

|

BM/TIR

| Stainless steel storage drawer (142x740x330 mm) (5.6 x 29.2 x 13 in.)|

1

|

330

|

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|

8 / 12 / 16

TECHCOMP GROUP
In addition to Froilabo, Techcomp Europe comprises of the following companies:

Contact us
Froilabo
5 avenue Lionel Terray 69330 Meyzieu, France Tel: +33 478 047 575
froilabo.com

©2022 Froilabo. All rights reserved. A Techcomp Company
Froilabo freezers are designed in France and made in E.U. The specifications and technical data presented in this datasheet are those in our possession at the date of publication. Froilabo reserves the right to make, without notice, any modifications to its products, specifications, colors, materials and technical data, or to interrupt the manufacture of the freezers.
STG09 / 09.22

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