Applicable ThermoFisher Ultra Low Temperature (ULT) Freezer Models
- Revco RLE series
- TSX series
- Revco UXF series
Prerequisite
- 7 pin terminal block connector for the freezer
- This connector typically comes with the freezer in an accessories bag. If you do not have this connector, contact your supplier for a replacement Remote Alarm Connector appropriate for your freezer.
Figure 1 7 POS Terminal Block
Package Contents
- Element-B
- Connection Cable
Safety Information
Review and abide by the safety information found in the Element-B and ThermoFisher Ultra Low Temperature (ULT) Freezer user manuals. Tidy connection cable to prevent tripping hazards.
Installation Instructions
Receiving the Shipment
1. If this is your first time setting up the Elemental Machines system, you will receive an email for your dashboard account verification. Save this email for when the devices arrive.
2. When devices are shipped, they will be added to your Elemental Insights Dashboard™ with default names. When you first log in you will see all your devices with a 'disconnected' status.
3. When devices arrive, carefully remove the contents from the packaging. If any of the contents look damaged, please send a picture to help@elementalmachines.com.
4. If you have ordered multiple Element-B’s, ensure the Element-B being used is configured as Normally Closed (NC). This can be verified by checking the device label, the dashboard under ‘Machine Model’, or the packing list sent with your shipment.
a. Element-B’s can either be configured as Normally Closed (NC) or Normally Open (NO) by our team here at Elemental Machines. Different assets require different configurations. If you have ordered Element-B’s for multiple assets, you may have a mix and need to be aware of attaching the correctly configured device to the correct asset.
5. Ensure there is an Elemental Machines Gateway set up in the vicinity of the Element-B.
a. Note: ‘Vicinity’ is within wireless connection range. This is usually up to 30 meters but can depend on the lab’s layout.
Attaching Connection Cable to ThermoFisher Ultra Low Temperature (ULT) Freezer
6. Locate the Remote Alarm panel on the back right of the freezer as shown in Figure 2.
Figure 2 Remote contact panel on the back of the ThermoFisher UXF freezer
7. Power off the freezer.
8. To access the terminal block, if it’s already installed, you may need to remove it from the freezer. Use a pair of pliers to pull gently on the terminal block, as shown in Figure 3 below.
Figure 3 Terminal block removal
9. Check the pinout diagram above the connector (shown in Figure 4). You will use pins 6 and 7 on the far right of the block. ('Common' and ‘Normally Open’)
Figure 4 Pinout diagram
10. Slightly loosen the screws on the terminal block circled in Figure 2.
11. Insert the wires from the cable into the two slots (either wire can go into either slot) and tighten the screws. Reinsert the black terminal block connector.
Figure 5 Installed wire ends of connection cable
Attaching Connection Cable to Element
12. Per your discretion, write the name and/or location of the equipment being monitored on the Element-B. This can be particularly helpful if multiple devices are being installed. Use of a Sharpie is recommended.
13. Plug the thermocouple end (Figure 3) of the connection cable into the Element-B.
a. Note Ensure the (-) and (+) prongs of the thermocouple end are properly matched.
Figure 3 Thermocouple end of Element-B connection cable
14. Pull the battery tab on the Element-B.
Positioning the Element-B
15. Determine where the Element-B should be placed so that it is not blocked, which allows a better wireless connection, and so that the connection cable is tidy.
16. Securely position the Element-B in the chosen location. The Element-B has magnets which make it easily mountable to magnetic surfaces.
a. Note: If applicable, an adhesive metal mounting plate available from EM may be used.
Programming Alerts
17. Power on the freezer.
18. Program alerts on the ThermoFisher Ultra Low Temperature (ULT) Freezer. Refer to the ThermoFisher Ultra Low Temperature (ULT) Freezer user manual for which alarm conditions the ULT Freezer can detect and how to set up alerts.
19. Set up alert rules on the Elemental Insights Dashboard™ for the Element-B. Guidance on how to do so is available in the Support section of the dashboard.
NOTE: Alerts must be programmed on both the asset and the Elemental Insights Dashboard™ to receive remote alerts through the Elemental Machines platform.