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For Annual Maintenance:
1. Weigh empty unit with cork/cover but without any inventory accessories and record as Empty
Weight, [kg].
Empty Weight must be taken before filling, while the inside of the Vapor Shipper is at room
temperature.
2. Fill unit to bottom of neck tube. Refer to OPERATION section step 2 for details.
3. Replace cork/cover and allow unit to stand for minimal 24 hours.
4. Weigh unit and record as First Weight, [kg].
5. Allow filled unit to sit undisturbed for another 24 (+/-0.25) hours.
a. Consider the accuracy and resolution of your scale to determine if additional days are
required between the first and second weights in order to obtain an accurate NER. Make sure
to record number of hours between first and second weight.
6. Weigh second time and record as Second Weight, [kg].
7. Calculate evaporation rate by using Equation 2. The difference between the first weight and the
second weight is the daily evaporation rate in kg. This figure roughly signifies the normal
evaporation rate, or N.E.R, [Liter/Day]
(First Weight – Second Weight) x 29.6919
NER =
Number of Hours
If there is major frost or condensation on outside of container during this time, it would
indicate either a weak or no vacuum.
8. Pour out LN2 per OPERATION section step 4. Replace cork/cover and take weight as
Charged Weight.
9. Calculate Hold Time, [Days], by using Equation 3. Subtract the Empty Weight from the Charged
Weight and divide by 0.8083; then divide by NER.
(Charged Weight – Empty Weight) ÷ 0.8083
Hold Time =
NER
MONITORING TEMPERATURE
MVE supplies Data Loggers for peace of mind when shipping valuable inventory in Vapor Shippers.
Contact Customer or Technical Service for assistance in selecting the proper Data Logger for
your product.
LETTER EXPLAINING EXCEPTION
This is concerning the applicability of the USA Federal Hazardous Material Regulations to the
shipment of refrigerated samples in the "Dry Shipper" container. A "Dry Shipper" package consists
of an outer container that is lined with an absorbent material. The container is charged with nitrogen
refrigerated liquid which is absorbed into the container lining. The charged, completed package
serves as refrigerated container for the shipment of samples.
In consideration of the above, consultation with the Research and Special Programs Administration
of the DOT has determined that the use of nitrogen refrigerated liquid charged "dry shipper"
containers for the shipment of samples fall within the regulation exception provided in 49CFR
173.320 paragraph (a) of the section states the requirements of this subchapter do not apply to
atmospheric gases and helium when used in the operation of the process system such as
refrigeration system. Paragraph (c) of 173.320 pertains to air transport of same refrigeration system.
For exception status of air shipments please refer to IATA-Dangerous Goods Regulations for nitrogen
refrigerated liquid. This falls in the class of 2.2 nonflammable gas, packing instructions 202 with
special provisions A-152. If shipping outside of the USA, please consult your applicable regulatory
agencies. For answers to questions regarding shipping regulations contact a Chart, AI-Cryobiological
Tech Service Representative.
Equation 2
Equation 3
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Limited Warranty Statement
Chart Inc., 2200 Airport Industrial Dr., Suite 500, Ball Ground, GA 30107
General Terms:
"New Product"
– Chart Inc. ("CHART") warrants to the original purchaser ("Purchaser") that each new Vapor Shipper Dewar
(collectively, the "New Products"), shall be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of two (2) years from the date of
shipment, except as provided in the Limited Warranty Provisions below. CHART warrants that the dewar vacuum integrity shall be free
from defects in materials and workmanship as for a period of three (3) years from the date of shipment, except as provided in the
Limited Warranty Provisions below.
"Repair/Blemished Product"
– CHART warrants to the Purchaser that all repaired equipment and factory
blemished equipment (collectively, the "Repair/Blemished Products") shall be free of defects in materials and workmanship for a
period of (90) days from the date of shipment, except as provided below. CHART warrants that the dewar vacuum integrity shall
be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of (I) year from date of shipment, except as provided below.
"Service Part"
– CHART warrants to the Purchaser that all Service Parts and Accessory Items (each a "Service Part") are
warranted for (90) days from date of shipment to be free of defects in material and workmanship, except as provided below.
Limited Warranty Provisions:
Purchaser agrees that before this limited warranty shall become effective, Purchaser shall fully inspect each New Product,
Repair/Blemished Product, or Service Part within three (3) days of delivery and before such Product is put to use. Purchaser also
agrees to operate the New Product, Repair/Blemished Product, or Service Part in accordance with CHART's operating instructions
and that failure to do so shall void this limited warranty. Purchaser further agrees that any claim for breach of warranty must be
made in writing within 60 days of discovery of a purported defect. CHART will not be responsible for any alleged breach of
warranty, which, as a result of CHART's inspection, CHART determines to have arisen from a cause not covered by this limited
warranty. In this case, CHART will charge the purchaser a nominal fee to repair the unit.
This limited warranty does not apply to: (A) Normal routine service items; (B) Repair or replacement necessitated by misuse,
abuse, accident, or repairs made by persons other than CHART or persons not authorized by CHART, (C) Use of external
equipment or parts with the New Product, Repair/Blemished Product, or Service Parts other than those approved by CHART,
(D) Defects caused by effects of normal wear and tear; and (E) Acts of God, or other causes not within the control of CHART.
If Purchaser believes that a New Product, Repair/Blemished Product, or Service Part does not comply with the limited warranty
stated above, Purchaser should contact CHART at the address stated above, describing the problem and providing proof of the date
of purchase. If directed by CHART, Purchaser shall return the New Product, Repair/Blemished Product, or Service Part freight
prepaid, properly packaged in a CHART approved shipping container and properly identified by a Return Material Authorization
Number issued by CHART. New Products, Repair/Blemished Product, or Service Parts returned without a Return Material
Authorization Number will be refused and returned at Purchaser's expense.
The remedies available for any breach of this limited warranty are limited to repair or replacement of the defective New Product,
Repair/Blemished Product, Service Part, or refund of the purchase price, at the sole discretion of CHART. CHART warrants that
replacement or repaired New Product, Repair/Blemished Product, or Service Part shall be free from defects in material and
workmanship for the duration of the unexpired portion of the original warranty or ninety (90) days from the date of re-shipment
to Purchaser, whichever is longer. PURCHASER'S RECOVERY FROM CHART FOR ANY CLAIM SHALL NOT EXCEED
PURCHASER'S PURCHASE PRICE FOR THE NEW PRODUCT, REPAIR/BLEMISHED PRODUCT, OR SERVICE PART
GIVING RISE TO SUCH CLAIM, IRRESPECTIVE OF THE NATURE OF THE CLAIM, WHETHER IN CONTRACT,
TORT, WARRANTY, NEGLIGENCE, STRICT LIABILITY OR OTHERWISE. CHART SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR AND
PURCHASER SHALL INDEMNIFY, DEFEND AND HOLD CHART HARMLESS FROM ANY CLAIMS BASED ON
CHART'S COMPLIANCE WITH PURCHASER'S DESIGNS, SPECIFICATIONS OR INSTRUCTIONS, OR
MODIFICATION OF ANY PRODUCTS BY PARTIES OTHER THAN CHART, OR USE IN COMBINATION WITH
OTHER PRODUCTS.
PURCHASER SHALL NOT IN ANY EVENT BE ENTITLED TO, AND CHART SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR, INDIRECT,
SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY NATURE INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION,
BUSINESS INTERRUPTION COSTS, REMOVAL AND/OR REINSTALLATION COSTS, REPROCUREMENT COSTS, LOSS
OF PROFIT OR REVENUE, LOSS OF DATA, PROMOTIONAL OR MANUFACTURING EXPENSES, OVERHEAD,
INJURY TO REPUTATION OR LOSS OF CUSTOMERS, EVEN IF CHART HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY
OF SUCH DAMAGES.
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