Section 8
The drain for ThermoFlex 3500 and 5000
chillers is located behind the condenser
filter.
The drain for ThermoFlex 7500 and 10000
chilers is located behind the access panel on
the lower left front of the chiller. The panel
has two ¼ turn fasteners (cross head).
8-2
ThermoFlex
Water-Cooled
Draining ThermoFlex1400 - 2500 water-cooled chillers is accomplished by
removing the right side panel. Use a Phillips head screwdriver to remove
the five screws indicated in the illustration below. Slide the panel back
approximately one inch, then lift slightly from the rear to disengage the
panel's two tabs from their slots.
Figure 8-2 Water-Cooled
Install a
/
" ID tube on the drain petcock valve located on the lower end
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16
of the exchanger. Open the valve to allow fluid to drain into an external
device. When draining is complete close the valve and replace the panel.
A wet-vac is needed on the facility water inlet connection to thoroughly
drain any remaining fluid from the lines.
Petcock Valve
Thermo Scientific