Thermo Scientific™ Forma™ Blood Bank Refrigerators

Simplify operations with Thermo Scientific™ Forma™ Blood Bank Refrigerators, which meet strict requirements for storage of whole blood and blood components.

Description

Simplify operations and improve accuracy with Thermo Scientific™ Forma™ Blood Bank Refrigerators. These refrigerators meet strict requirements for storage of whole blood and blood components and feature microprocessor control, simplified push-button alarm test functions and reliable, field-proven refrigeration systems.

Microprocessor Control:

• Adjustable temperature control from 1° to 8°C, factory pre-set at 4°C
• Icon-based controls and displays include graphic references for universal operation
• Setpoint security with key-operated, triple-position master switch controls power to all systems for added safety
• Audible/visual warnings for overtemperature, undertemperature and power failure, with visual status reports on critical functions
• Alarm setpoints pre-set to warn of temperature deviation at +5.5°C overtemperature and +1.5°C undertemperature
• Advanced defrost sensor manages defrost cycle, minimizing frost build-up to maintain refrigeration coil efficiency
• Enlarged digital display with resolution to within 0.1°C
• Alarm-silence, ringback and automatic reset functions
• Pushbutton alarm test verifies sensor continuity
• Battery backup function during power failure
• Extra-long alarm probe lead allows manual testing and verification
• Remote alarm contacts

Refrigeration System:

• Heavy-duty, industrial-grade, hermetically sealed compressors
• Automatic defrost for optimum cooling capacity
• Automatic condensate removal; no drain lines required

Construction:

• Built-in 15.2cm, seven-day circular chart temperature recorder (freestanding recorder on FRBB404)
• Full-extension adjustable stainless-steel drawers
• Dual-pane glass viewing door(s), insulated to prevent condensation (optional on FRBB404)
• High-density CFC-free urethane foam insulation protects cabinet from ambient temperature fluctuations, minimizes operating costs
• Positive, forced-air circulation to maintain temperature uniformity at all drawer levels
• Directional air flow assures quick recovery after door openings
• Interior cabinet lights with door activated ON/OFF switch, plus independent switch on control panel (except on 133L models)
• Self-closing doors close against closed-cell peripheral gasket
• Door-locking provision
• 2.5cm access port on FRBB404
• Adjustable leveling feet (optional casters available)
• Smooth, scratch-resistant painted interior and exterior surfaces for easy cleaning

Optional accessories include:

• Voltage safeguard, freestanding
• 2 in. (5cm) diameter access port with cover (standard 1 in. [2.5cm] port for FRBB404)
• Stainless-steel interior and exterior surfaces
• 2 in. (5cm) casters
• Additional drawers, stainless steel drawer dividers
• Heated glass doors and door-swing variations available on most models
• Finished countertop for FRBB404
• Warranty varies by country, please contact us for details

Specifications

• Type: Blood Bank Refrigerator
• Refrigerant: CFC-free
• Drawers: Stainless Steel (Drawer)
• Exterior Finish: Painted
• Display: LED
• Control Type: Microprocessor
• Monitoring Options: Alarm, Recorder
• Compressor: Heavy-Duty, Industrial-Grade, Hermetically Sealed

• Temperature Range: 1°C to 4°C
• No. of Doors: 1
• Cabinet Material: Smooth, Scratch-resistant Paint
• Insulation: CFC-free
• Condenser Type: Defrost
• Defrost: Automatic
• Static Holding Time: 7 Days