Labortechnik Medingen Service Manual For MWB Series
Labortechnik Medingen Service Manual For MWB Series
Water Baths
with Timer
MWB 2
MWB 5
MWB 10
MWB 20
MWB 40
MWB 80
Labortechnik medingen
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1. Device Description
Water baths are to maintain the temperature of samples in test tubes or other vessels. In case of using flat
covers, e. g. round bottom flasks can be inserted in the bath openings for the exhaust of steam. The
accessories offered facilitates work and expands the device’s application. The water baths guarantee a gentle
heating of the property, the temperature of which should be maintained, and keep the temperature adjusted
on a constant level.
Please find the instruction manual enclosed as attachment 3.
1.1. Structure
There are water baths in different sizes, whereas the number at the end of the description always describes
the possible capacity. Every model can be run with a minimum water level. Once the heater is covered with
sufficient water ( water level above the perforated sheet ) the bath is ready for operation.
By means of the inclined cover included in the scope of delivery ( except MWB 2) the condensation water
can drain off at the cover’s edge and does not drop in the samples.
A protection against excess temperature, integrated in the heater, serves as dry-going protection and switches
off heating at 130°C. The safety interruptor returns into the initial state just after separating the heating unit
from the mains and after a decline of the temperature to a normal value.
The floor panel outlet makes an almost complete draining of the bath possible. The drain cock offered as
accessories (at WBT 50 and WBT 80 included in the scope of delivery) can be applied as standard drain
screw.
● power input with power cord, interference suppressor and mains fuses
● temperature controller and temperature sensor
● heater with integrated protection against dry-going
The water baths have a double-walled vessel with interjacent insulation. The inner vessels as well as the
covers are made of high-grade steel. The casing consists of powder-coated steel sheet.
The heater and temperature controller are located within the bath vessel and covered with perforated sheet.
The inclined cover of all baths is clamped at the back side by two hinges. The cover of MWB 80 is
additionally clamped by a gas spring (release the screws only in case of closed cover).
The bath’s floor panel braces the cover plate with the casing. By releasing all screws at the floor panel, it can
be removed and the casing is connected with the vessel by the cable only.
Please find the single modules of the water bath in the parts list enclosed (attachment 3).
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1.4. Temperature Controller
The temperature controller is a module universally applicable. It was factory-adjusted for the water baths. It
may be shifted conscientiously and by qualified personnel only.
The handling at fixed control parameters, referred to as first operation level, simply makes the adjustment of
three temperatures and time setpoints possible.
Paramete Factory
Functional Description Adjustment Range Remark
r Setting
S1, temperature set points 0,0°C ... 100,0 °C 10,0 °C
S2, the current, selected set point is recalled 10,0 °C
S3 resp. altered 10,0 °C
T1, time set points 0:00 ... 99:99 5:00
T2, the current, selected set point is 10:00
T3 15:00
recalled resp. altered
Settings
▲ UP Key
By pressing this key, the setpoint, parameter or parameter value is increased.
▼ DOWN Key
By pressing this key, the setpoint, parameter or parameter value is reduced. At alarm, the buzzer
function is switched off by pressing this key.
Temperature Selection
By this key, the temperature setpoint decisive for the regulation is selected. In case of a preceding
active timepiece, the controller initially commutates to temperature indication at first keypress. At
every further pressing, the adjustment skips one setpoint „S-T“. The selection of the temperature
setpoint remains the same even after switching off the mains voltage.
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Time Selection
The time setpoint decisive for the timer running is selected by means of this key. If the temperature
indication is active beforehand, the controller commutates to time indication at first keypress. At every
further pressing, the adjustment skips one setpoint „S-T“. The selection of the time setpoint remains
the same even after switching off the mains voltage.
START/STOP Key
By this key, the course of the selected time setpoint is startet. Now the indication displays the
remaining time. After its expiration the buzzer resounds for 5 seconds and can be acknowledged by
the AB key. The timer course does not influence the regulation. If the key is pressed after a start for
more than 2 seconds, the timer course is discontinued again.
By means of the parameterisation, the display of the remaining time can be oppressed. Later on, the
display skips, 3 seconds after the start, from the display of the remaining time to the display of the
temperature. In this case, the light emitting diode is blinking in order to continue indicating the course.
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Parameter Description
P1 do not change
Auxiliary contact 2 is not available for this type of controller.
The hysteresis is effective at thermostatic regulation only. It is without any effect at activated PID mode.
P3 set point S2
The auxiliary contact 2 is not available for this type of controller.
P7 proportional band
The proportional band works as follows: The actuating variable is reduced from +/-100% to 0% at an
approach of the actual value to the set point. The controller’s factory setting makes them work optimally at
70°C. Should the operating temperature differ strongly, the controller can be readjusted if required.
temperature below 70°C - raise parameter P7 / temperature over 70°C - reduce parameter P7.
The derivative time is an indicator for the duration necessary to balance a lasting temperature deviation from
the value of the proportional band.
If a small time Tn is adjusted, a quick readjustment is effected. In case of too little time, the system tends to
hunt. The differential action damps temperature changes.
If the derivative time Tv is adjusted too high, the damping effect would be too heavy. In case of a too high
time, the systems tends to hunt.
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P10 cycle time TP
The cycle time is the time, in which the controller output passes one switching period, i. e. one time on and
one time off. The smaller the cycle time, the faster the regulation can be. This causes increased operating
cycles causing a quick wearout of the relay contacts in turn.
T Alarm
Sollwert Sollwert
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1.4.3. Third Operation Level – Factory-Adjustable
On the third operation level there are parameters which can be changed after consulting the manufacturer.
The third operation level can be reached by activating the second level at first and leafing through the
parameter list to the highest parameter (P40). Afterwards the UP key is pressed for at least 10 seconds. The
status signal ”PA” appears on the display.
By pressing the UP and DOWN key subsequently for at least 4 seconds you can get to the parameter list in
the third operation level (starting with A1).
With the UP key you can leaf through the list upwards and with the DOWN key downwards again.
By pressing the SET key, the value of the regarding parameter is displayed. By pressing the UP or DOWN
key additionally, the value is adjusted. After letting off all keys, the new value is saved permanently.
If no key is pressed for more than 60 seconds, there is going to be an automatic return into the initial state. It
is recommended to switch off the controller after modifying for a short moment.
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Adjustment Range
Parameter Functional Description Factory
Remark
Setting
A31 special function at limit value alarm 0: inactive 4
1: display flashes
2: buzzer active
3: display flashes, buzzer
active
4: like 3, acknowledge buzzer
A32 temperature display 0: actual value 0
1: set point
A33 selection start medium of timer 0: start with Start/Stop key 0
1: start with gate input E1
A34 activation gate input E2 is not used 0
A40 hysteresis mode for regulating contact 1 0: symmetrical 0
1: onesided
A41 hysteresis mode for regulating contact 2 is not used 0
A56 alarm suppression time after „Netz-Ein“ 0…999 min 30 min
(“mains on”)
A60 sensor selection 11: Pt100 2-wire connection 21
do not change
21: PTC
22: Pt1000 2-wire connection
A70 software filter 1: not active, otherwise 8
average value over:
2: 2 test results (approx. 0,8
s)
4: 4 test results (approx. 1,6
s)
8: 8 test results (approx. 3,2
s)
16: 16 test results (approx. 6,4
s)
32: 32 test results (approx.
12,8 s)
64: 64 test results (approx.
25,6 s)
A80 temperature scale 0: Fahrenheit
1: Celsius 1
A87 standby function with start/stop key 0: no function 0
do not change
1: standby function
A90 output connection K1 1: connection with regulating 1
contact 1
A91 output connection K2 is not used
Pro program version
Parameter Description
The following values can change the device’s characterstics. Please exercise reasonable care while
changing:
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A4 function regulating contact 2 at sensor error
In case of sensor break or short circuit on the sensor „F1“ flashes on the display. The switching status of the
regulating contacts is, in case of an error, factory-programmable for both contacts independent from each
other. An error in the parameter memory causes a switch-off of all contacts.
A8 display mode
This parameter determines, if the display on the first operation level is integer or if it has a resolution of 0,5
K resp. 0,1 K. On the parameter levels, all values which are not integer, are displayed with decimal place.
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A56: alarm suppress after ”Netz-Ein” („Mains On“) resp. "Standby-On"
This parameter makes the deceleration of the alarm contact’s switch-on after engaging the mains voltage by
the adjusted time possible.
Pro
Here the installed program version is specified.
Status Signal
Sensor error messages are saved and even displayed, if the source of defect is eliminated. Acknowledging
by the DOWN key, the error message can be deleted.
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● device switched on, switch flashes, controller does not display anything
check controller; check general cable run
3. Information on Repair
Should the water bath be opened in order to have it repaired, the opening has to be executed by specialised
staff only.
● Put the cover on the water bath; unscrew all screws from the floor panel; remove the floor panel;
remove the protective conductor
● Bare the lines (3297.2.202 00 and 3297.2.203 00); screw the protective conductor down;
check fuses, exchange if necessary.
● attach the protective conductor on the floor panel; screw together the floor panel, firstly, with the
vessel (screws inside M4) and, later on, with the casing (tapping screws outside).
● Execute safety-related investigation
● Lie down the water bath on the cover; unscrew all screws on the floor panel; remove the floor panel;
remove the protective conductor
● remove all four lines from the commutator; press the switch lock and the commutator out of the cas
ing. Insert the new switch in reversed order.
● Fix the protective conductor on the floor panel; screw together the floor panel, firstly, with the vessel
(screws inside M4) and, later on, with the casing (tapping screws outside).
● Execute safety-related investigation
● Lie down the water bath on the cover; unscrew all screws on the floor panel; remove the floor panel;
remove the protective conductor
● Remove heater’s feed lines (3297.2.017 00 and 3297.2.018 00); Uplift the casing carefully from the
cover plate; disconnect the sensor feed line from the controller.
● Remove the anti-interence capacitor’s lines (3297.2.001 00); unfasten the condenser’s mounting
clamp and exchang the condenser; insert the new condenser and connect it
● Sensor feed lines with the controller; put on the casing; connect the heater.
● Connect the protective conductor on the floor panel; screw together the floor panel, firstly, with the
vessel (screws inside M4) and, later on, with the casing (tapping screws outside).
● Execute safety-related investigation
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3.4. Exchange Controller
● Lie down the water bath on the cover; unscrew all screws on the floor panel; remove the floor panel;
remove the protective conductor
● Remove heater’s feed lines (3297.2.017 00 and 3297.2.018 00); Uplift the casing carefully from the
cover plate; disconnect the feed lines at the controller.
● Unscrew the four screws at the front of the controller and pull the controller out of the casing from
the front.
Insert a new controller in reversed order.
● Connect feed lines with the controller; put on the casing; connect the heater
● Connect the protective conductor with the floor panel; screw together the floor panel, firstly, with the
vessel (screws inside M4) and, later on, with the casing (tapping screws outside).
● Execute safety-related investigation
● Release the cover via the bolted connection of the hinges from the cover plate.
● Reverse the water bath and unscrew all screws at the bottom; remove the bottom;
remove the protective conductor
● remove the heater’s feed lines (3297.2.017 00 and 3297.2.018 00); Uplift the casing carefully from
the cover plate; disconnect the feed lines at the controller.
● disconnect the heater return screwed connection and change the heater; retighten the screw nut after
changing the heater (necessarily press against the heater flange while disconnecting and tighte-
ning)
● Connect the feed lines with the controller; attach the casing; attach the heater.
● Attach the protective conductor at the floor panel; screw together the floor panel, firstly, with the
vessel (screws inside M4) and, later on, with the casing (tapping screws outside).
● Assemble the cover by means of the hinges.
● Execute safety-related investigation.
● Loose the cover by means of the hinges’ bolted connection from the cover plate.
● Turn around the water bath and loose all screws from the floor panel; uplift the floor panel;
remove the protective conductor
● Remove the heater’s feed lines (3297.2.017 00 and 3297.2.018 00); Uplift the casing carefully from
the cover plate; branch off the feed lines at the controller.
● Loose the sensor screw connection and change the sensor. Screw the sensor in with silicone sealant.
● Connect the feed lines with the controller; attach the casing; clip the heater.
● Clip the protective conductor at the floor panel; screw together the floor panel, firstly, with the vessel
(screws inside M4) and, later on, with the casing (tapping screws outside).
● Assemble the cover by means of the hinges.
● Execute safety-related investigation.
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3.7.3. Insulation Test
The insulation test is effected with a DC voltage of 500V. The leakage resistance between mains conductor
and protective conductor must be >2MΩ.
TS T
ECAA
EC
Netz 1,1*UNe tz WB
1 2 1kOhm
mA
S
0,1µF
Adjust the 1,1-times value of the specified nominal voltage of the equipment under test at the variable
isolating transformer. The leakage current must not exceed 0,5 mA in both switch settings.
Please do not hesitate to contact our customer service in case of further problems.
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4. Attachment 2 - Interconnection Diagram
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