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This manual is valid for:RKN version 120005R( ) and 120005RRAP version 140007R( ) and 140007R

Doc. No. OM-101Version 1.6: Nov. 09, 2006

Envirotainer RKN t / RAP tContainer

Operations Manual

Doc. No. OM-101Version 1.6: Nov. 09, 2006 2

RECORD OF REVISION

RECORD OF REVISION

Ver. No. Issue date Revision

1.4 Apr. 25, 2005 Structure of manual updated.

1.5 Aug. 18, 2005 Page 24, dry ice table for RKN corrected for settemperature +15°C, 25 Hours / Ambient Temperature20°C.

1.6 Sep. 12, 2006 Index removed.Troubleshooting updated.Text updated on page 1, 6, 13, 16, 18, 29 and 31.Drawings updated on page 30 and 32.


TABLE OF CONTENTS

TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................ 4

LIMITS, AMBIENT CONDITIONS ................................................................ 6

PRECONDITIONING .................................................................................. 7

CARGO / DRY ICE LOADING .................................................................... 8

CONTAINER HANDLING GUIDELINES ................................................... 13

CONTROL UNIT OPERATION (Type 1) .................................................... 14



DRY ICE CALCULATION ......................................................................... 17

DRY ICE TABLES (RKN) ......................................................................... 21

DRY ICE TABLES (RAP) ......................................................................... 25

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION RKN t ....................................................... 29

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION RAP t ....................................................... 31

TROUBLESHOOTING.............................................................................. 33

RKN / RAP CONTAINER CHECKLIST ..................................................... 38


INTRODUCTION

INTRODUCTIONScope of manual

This manual provides information for personnel involved in the handling and transport of Envirotainercontainer series RKN and RAP and is published by Envirotainer AB without warranty.

If you have any questions regarding this manual or the container, send an e-mail [email protected], or telephone one of our operation centers:Frankfurt Operations Center +49 69 69 76 79 0, Dallas Operations Center +1 972 831 3800

Safety instructionsThe container is designed to minimize hazards and prevent injury to personnel and equipment duringuse. Normal precautions should be observed when handling the container locks, doors and lids. Noneof the material used in the construction constitutes a personnel health risk.

The dry ice used as a refrigerant is considered a Class 9 dangerous cargo with the UN identificationnumber 1845 and is described as “Carbon Dioxide, Solid”.

Do not allow any exposed skin or body part to make physical contact with dry ice. Given the extremecold temperature of dry ice (-78.5°C / -109°F), severe frostbite can occur within seconds. Personnelhandling dry ice must use gloves or other insulating material.

Dry ice sublimates into large amounts of CO2 gas. This colorless, odorless gas is heavier than air andcan accumulate and displace oxygen in low areas. Do not enter areas where CO2 may haveaccumulated without ventilating the space.

The containerThe RKN and RAP containers are temperature controlled air cargo containers used to transporttemperature sensitive cargo in the refrigerated, controlled room temperature and deep frozen producttemperature ranges. In general, the product temperature to be maintained must be less than theambient temperature.

The container consists of two primary parts; the cargo space and the dry ice bunker (refer to Figure1 and Figure 2 on the following page). A temperature sensor located in the cargo space monitors theair temperature, and when cooling is required, a fan is activated. Air from the cargo space is drawnaround the dry ice bunker where it is cooled before re-entering the cargo space.

Dry ice is contained in a seperate bunker, whcih prevents carbon dioxide gas from entering the cargospace and allows personnel to add dry ice to the container without disturbing the cargo area.

The cooling system uses dry ice as a refrigerant and D-Cell alkaline batteries to power the control unitand fan(s). The RKN uses one fan for air distribution while the RAP uses two fans.

The RKN is a fork liftable LD-3 air cargo container designed to hold one pallet of cargo. The RAP isan LD-9 air cargo container designed to hold four pallets of cargo. The RAP can be moved with a forklift only when empty, and must be moved with a roller bed system when it is loaded.


INTRODUCTION

Dry ice bunker (on the rear side)Control unit

Cargo areaFigure 2 RAP Container

Plackard holder(Document pouch)

Dry ice bunker

Cargo area

Control unit

Figure 1 RKN Container

Plackard holder(Document pouch)


LIMITS, AMBIENT CONDITIONS

LIMITS, AMBIENT CONDITIONSSpecified Limits

The RKN and RAP containers are designed to maintain cargo temperatures in a range from -20°C to+20°C (-4°F to +68°F) provided the ambient temperature is 5°C to 25°C (9°F to 45°F) higher than theset temperature. The following conditions must apply for the container to perform to these specifications.

Maximum Operating Time without Changing BatteriesThe maximum operating time for the container without changing the batteries is 72 hours. If thecontainer is operated outside the specified temperature limits, the fan may operate continously whichreduces the maximum operating time before batteries must be changed. An example of this case isdeep frozen cargo where it is recommended to change the batteries every 24 hours.

Exposure to Extreme Heat (25°C above the set temperature)Avoid exposure to extreme heat or direct sunshine as it increases the dry ice consumption rate.Exposure to temperatures 25°C above the set temperature should be limited. Take into accountexposure to such conditions when calculating the required amount of dry ice.

Exposure to Temperatures Near or Below the Set temperatureSince the container does not heat, exposure to temperatures near or below the set temperature mustbe avoided. The container must be stored in an environment where temperatures are at least 5°C (9°F)higher than the container set temperature (not applicable to deep frozen cargo). Exposure totemperatures near or below the set temperatures should be limited as follows:

• 4 hour exposure limit to temperatures 0°C to 5°C higher than the set temperatureExample: A container set at 5°C should not be exposed to temperatures between

5°C to 10°C for more than 4 hours

• 2 hour exposure limit to temperatures 0°C to 5°C below the set temperatureExample: A container set at 5°C should not be exposed to temperatures between

0°C to 5°C for more than 2 hours

• 1 hour exposure limit to temperatures more than 5°C below the set temperatureExample: A container set at 5°C should not be exposed to temperatures below

0°C for more than 1 hour

If exposed to ambient temperatures outside these limits, the container must be stored at properambient temperatures until the temperature in the container stabilizes at the set point.


PRECONDITIONING

PRECONDITIONINGThe cargo and container must be pre-conditioned to the set temperature prior to loading. Failure toproperly precondition will affect the container's ability to maintain cargo temperature.

Cargo PreconditioningThe cargo must be preconditioned in a temperature-controlled room to the container's set temperatureprior to loading (seperating the cargo aids the preconditioning process). Once preconditioned, limitexposure of the cargo to ambient temperatures during the loading process.

Container PreconditioningPrior to preconditioning, a functional test of the control unit should be performed.There are three recommended practices for container preconditioning:

Precondition with a temperature-controlled room1) Turn off the control unit or remove the batteries from the holder.2) Place the container in a temperature-controlled room that is set to the desired temperature.3) Open the container doors.4) Allow at least one hour for container preconditioning before loading the cargo.

Precondition with dry ice (for refrigerated cargo)An amount of dry ice required to cool both the container and maintain cargo temperature (as statedin the Dry Ice Tables Section) is placed in the dry ice bunker

1) Calculate the total amount of dry ice required (for precondition and shipment).2) Place batteries in the control unit and set the temperature.3) Load the dry ice in the bunker.4) Close the container doors.5) Allow at least one hour for container preconditioning before loading the cargo.

Precondition with dry ice (for deep frozen cargo)A sufficient amount of dry ice to cool the container is placed in the dry ice bunker and in the cargo areato accelerate the preconditioning process

1) Calculate the total amount of dry ice required.2) Place batteries in the control unit and set the temperature.3) Load 20% of total amount of dry ice in the bunker. The remaining dry ice will be loaded with

the cargo.4) Distribute an additional 25 to 50 kg of unwrapped dry ice on a pallet in the cargo area.5) Close the container doors.6) Allow at least one hour for container preconditioning before loading the cargo.

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CARGO / DRY ICE LOADING

CARGO / DRY ICE LOADINGDry ice

Dry ice shall be used wrapped or unwrapped as stated in the dry ice tables.

• Wrapped dry iceDry ice in paper/plastic bags. Note that the paper/plastic bag shall not be removed whenwrapped dry ice is used. Also note that cardboard boxes should not be put into the dry icebunker.

• Unwrapped dry iceDry ice without any wrapping.

Avoid using dry ice that has been exposed to ambient conditions for several days before use since thehumidity in the air condensates and freezes on the dry ice blocks, creating a crust of ice and therebyreducing the effectiveness of the dry ice.

Dry Ice LoadingTo load dry ice in the container bunker:1) Unlatch and open the dry ice bunker lid.2) Evenly distribute dry ice blocks weighing between 2 kg and 7 kg on the bottom of the bunker.3) Close and secure the dry ice bunker lid.

Re-Icing the ContainerIn the event of delays, long transit times or extreme ambient temperatures, it may be necessary toadd dry ice to the container. To "re-ice" the container:1) Unlatch and open the dry ice bunker lid.2) Discard any remaining dry ice in the bunker.3) Put the correct amount of dry ice in the bunker.4) Close and secure the dry ice bunker lid.



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Cargo Temperature RecordingThe temperature indicated on the control unit is not the product temperature but the temperature ofthe air inside the container. When cargo temperature monitors are used, they must be placed in oramong the cargo boxes (temperature monitors placed outside the cargo does not measure theproduct temperature). It is also recommended to record ambient temperatures by placing atemperature monitor in the container document pouch.

Cargo Loading - General GuidelinesObserve the following guidelines when loading the container:1) Use the door straps (Figure 3) to hold the doors open when loading.2) Load the cargo on a pallet or on spacers at least 2 cm high to allow a proper airflow.3) Ensure that the fan is not blocked by the cargo.4) Do not position the cargo outside the loading area (indicated with red lines).5) Ensure proper weight distribution.6) Secure the cargo to the tie-down brackets (Figure 4) using straps.



Cargo Loading - Refrigerated / Controlled Room Temperature

When the container is preconditioned with a temperature-controlled roomContainer loading takes place in the temperature-controlled room used for preconditioning.1) Ensure that the container is preconditioned to the required cargo temperature.

2) Load the container.

3) Close and lock the doors; secure with seals if applicable.

4) Move the container from the temperature-controlled room.

5) Immediately reinstall batteries, check battery voltage and set the temperature.

6) Immediately load the dry ice in the bunker.

7) Place any shipping documents or checksheets in the container document pouch.

When the container is preconditioned with dry iceDry ice is in the container prior to cargo loading, which takes place at warehouse or ambient conditions.1) Ensure that the container is preconditioned to the required cargo temperature.

2) Open the container doors (minimize the time the container doors are open during loading).

3) Load the container.

4) Close and lock the doors; secure with seals if applicable.

5) Place any shipping documents or checksheets in the container document pouch.

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Cargo Loading - FrozenBy placing dry ice in the cargo area, the container keeps cargo frozen when ambient temperaturesexceed the specified temperature limits, however a lower temperature limit can not be controlled.

When the container is preconditioned with a temperature controlled roomThe container should be loaded in the temperature-controlled room used for preconditioning.1) Ensure that the product and all packing material is preconditioned for at least one week prior

to loading.2) Ensure that the container is preconditioned to the required cargo temperature.3) Load the container.

If the product is to be loaded on a pallet:• Load the cargo on a pallet and distribute 80% of the dry ice on top of the cargo using one ofthe following methods:

• Put dry ice in boxes and secure on top of the cargo with plastic wrap or by othermeans.• Distribute dry ice on top of the cargo and secure with plastic wrap or by othermeans.

• Put the pallet into the container.• Put any remaining dry ice in boxes and load around the cargo on at least 2 cm high spacersto allow air flow.

If the product is to be hand loaded directly in the container:• Put at least 2cm spacers on the floor of the container• Load the cargo and distribute 80% of the dry ice on top of the cargo during the loadingprocess in one of the following methods:


• Put any remaining dry ice in boxes and load around the cargo on at least 2 cm high spacersto allow air flow

4) Close and lock the doors, secure with seals if applicable.5) Remove the container from the temperature-controlled room.6) Load remaining 20% of the dry ice in the bunker.7) Reinstall batteries, check battery voltage and set the temperature.8) Place any shipping documents or checksheets in the container document pouch.

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When the container is preconditioned with dry iceDry ice is in the container prior to cargo loading which takes place at warehouse or ambient conditions.1) Ensure product and all packing material is preconditioned for at least one week prior to

loading.2) Ensure that the container is preconditioned to the required cargo temperature.3) Open the container doors (minimize the time the container doors are open during loading).4) Remove the pallet with dry ice used for preconditioning from the cargo area.5) Load the container and ensure proper weight distribution.

If the product is to be loaded on a pallet:• Load the cargo on a pallet and distribute the remaining 80% of the dry ice (20% already inbunker) on top of the cargo using one of the following methods:


• Put the pallet into the container.• Put any remaining dry ice in boxes and load around the cargo on at least 2 cm high spacersto allow air flow.

If the product is to be hand-loaded directly in the container:• Put at least 2cm high spacers on the floor of the container.• Load the cargo on a pallet and distribute the remaining 80% of the dry ice (20% already inbunker) on top of the cargo in one of the following methods:


• Put any remaining dry ice in boxes and load around the cargo on at least 2 cm high spacersto allow air flow.

6) Close & secure the container doors.7) Place any shipping documents or checksheets in the container document pouch.

After Loading Any Type of Cargo1) Confirm the correct temperature setting on the control unit (refer to Control Unit Operation

Section).2) Allow up to one hour for the container temperature to stabilize around the set temperature.3) Confirm that all doors and covers are closed and latched.4) Ensure that the container is stored in accordance with the specified limits and ambient

conditions.

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HANDLING AND TRANSPORT

CONTAINER HANDLING GUIDELINESGeneral Guidelines

Observe the following guidelines when handling the container:1) RKN containers can be forklifted when empty or loaded.2) RAP containers can be forklifted only when empty; the use of slave pallets is recommended.3) Use the straps outside the corners of the container to handle the container on roller beds.4) Ensure that the container is handled in accordance with the specified limits and ambient conditions.5) If delays occur during transit, it may be necessray to add additional dry ice to the bunker.

Ground Transport Precautions

Ensure that the container is transported in an environment where temperatures are between 5°C to25°C higher than the set temperature or limit exposure to cold/warm temperatures.

If a temperature-controlled truck is used, we recommend setting the temperature of the truck 10°Chigher than the set temperature of the container.

This section is not applicable to deep frozen cargo.

Aircraft Transport PrecautionsObserve the following guidelines when transporting the container:1) Store the container at airport warehouse temperatures at least 5°C higher than the set temperature.2) Limit time on the tarmac during aircraft loading (to avoid temperature extremes and direct sunlight).3) Provide Notice to Captain (NOTOC) and note on the Air Way Bill (not applicable to frozen cargo): "Maintain 15-20°C aircraft cargo hold. Do not position container near the cargo door.”4) The shipper should comply with airline regulations for shipping dry ice.

UnloadingBefore unloading the container, check for damage. Unload the container by unlocking andopening the doors. After unloading:1) Remove the batteries and follow local regulations for disposal.2) Remove and dispose of any remaining dry ice. If local regulations allow it, the dry ice may be

placed outdoors. It will dissolve quickly.

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CONTROL UNIT OPERATION (Type 1)

CONTROL UNIT OPERATION (Type 1)Mounting Batteries

1) Open the door to the control unit.2) Place 16 "D-cell" alkaline batteries in the holder.

Voltage 1.5VIEC / JIS LR 20ANSI / NEDA 13A

3) Ensure proper battery polarity (Figure 5).

Setting Temperature1) Set the ON/OFF switch (C) to ON; green indicator (B) should illuminate.2) Display (D) shows the temperature in the container.3) Set the C°/F° switch (E) to Celsius or Fahrenheit.4) Set knob (A) to the desired temperature.

Battery Voltage Check1) If the green indicator (B) is not lit, replace the batteries (refer to the Troubleshooting Section).

Functional Test1) Check that the green indicator (B) is lit and the temperature is shown

on the display (D).2) Set temperature 3°C lower than actual temperature by turning the

knob (A); the fan will start.3) Check for air discharge from air guides in the container ceiling (Figure 6).4) Set temperature 3°C higher than actual temperature by turning the

knob (A); the fan will stop.

Note that if it's not possible to set the temperature 3°C lower / higher than the actual temperaturedue to high ambient temperatures, the functional test should be performed after the dry ice isloaded.

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Setting Temperature1) Push the C°/F° button (G) to change to Celsius or Fahrenheit.2) Push the set temperature button (E). NOTE: The set temperature mode is activated for 10 seconds. If the display returns to default

mode while adjusting the temperature, push the set temperature button (E) again.3) Push the "+" or "-" buttons (F) to change the set temperature.4) Push the set temperature button (E) to confirm and return to default mode.5) Check that the set temperature is correct on the display (C).

Battery Voltage Check1) Check the battery voltages (D). New batteries should read at least 11V. The minimum allowable

battery voltage when the container is in use is 9V; change the batteries as required.

Functional Test1) Check that the temperature is displayed (A).2) Set temperature 3°C lower than actual temperature; the fan will start.3) Check for air discharge from air guides in the ceiling (Figure 6).4) Set temperature 3°C higher than actual temperature; the fan will stop.

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A B D C E

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Setting Temperature1) To change to Celsius or Fahrenheit:

• Push the Menu/Enter button (D); the display (B) shows "Change to °F" or "Change to °C".• Push the "-" button (C) to change to Celsius or Fahrenheit.• Push the Menu/Enter button (D) again to confirm the change and return to default mode.

2) To change the temperature, push the Set button (E) NOTE: The set temperature mode is activatedfor 10 seconds. If the display returns to default mode while adjusting the temperature, push the settemperature button (E) again.

3) Push or hold down the "+" or "-" buttons (C) to change the set temperature.4) Push the Set temperature button (E) to confirm and return to default mode.5) Check that the set temperature is correct on the display (B).

Battery Voltage Check1) To check the battery voltage, push the Menu/Enter button (D) twice.2) Check the battery voltages (C). New batteries should read at least 11V. The minimum allowable

battery voltage when the container is in use is 9V; change the batteries as necessary.3) Push the Menu/Enter button (D) again to return to default mode.

Functional Test1) Check that the temperature is displayed (A).2) Set temperature 3°C lower than actual temperature, the fan will start.3) Check for air discharge from air guides in the ceiling (Figure 6).4) Set temperature 3°C higher than actual temperature, the fan will stop.5) If the fan alarm (F) is displayed the fan is malfunctioning and the

container should be repaired.Figure 6

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Temp 5.0°CSet temp 5.0°C

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DRY ICE CALCULATION

DRY ICE CALCULATIONCalculate Dry Ice Amount for Container Preconditioning

Only authorized persons should perform dry ice calculations. It is strongly recommended that you haveEnvirotainer perform the calculation.To calculate the amount of dry ice needed to precondition the container:1) Note the container temperature (in Celsius) prior to preconditioning. Although using the actual container temperature is preferred, an estimate based on the ambient temperature is acceptable.

2) Determine the set temperature (in Celsius) of the product.

3) Subtract "set temperature" from "container temperature" to obtain the "temperature difference".

4) Refer to graph (Figure 7) and locate the "temperature difference" on the horizontal axis.

5) Read up vertically on the graph until reaching the line that corresponds to the container type.

6) Read across to the left to obtain dry ice quantity (in Kilograms) from the vertical axis.

7) This is the amount of dry ice required to precondition the container and should added to the dry ice necessary to maintain the product temperature, which is obtained from the Dry Ice Tables.

Figure 7


DRY ICE CALCULATION

Calculation Example - Dry Ice Preconditioning

An RKN container needs preconditioning with dry ice before loading cargo that has a 5°Ctemperature requirement. The current ambient temperature is 25°C.1) The container temperature is 25°C2) The set temperature is 5°C3) Container Temp - Set Temp = 20°C4) Read up from 20°C to the line for RKN and across to the left5) The amount of dry ice for preconditioning the container is 13 kg

13 kg


DRY ICE CALCULATION

Calculate Dry Ice Amount for Container ShipmentOnly authorized persons should perform dry ice calculations. It is strongly recommended that you haveEnvirotainer perform the calculation.

To calculate the amount of dry ice needed to maintain temperature during container shipment:

1) Determine the transportation time from container preconditioning to the time the cargo isunloaded

2) Determine the time for each activity in the transportation schedule3) Estimate the ambient temperature for each activity by checking the weather forecast4) Multiply the time and temperature of each activity to determine the product5) Add the products of all the activities to obtain the product sum6) Divide the product sum by total hours to determine the average ambient temperature7) Locate the appropriate dry ice table based on container type & set temperature8) Locate the corresponding Temperature column & Time row, rounding the values as required9) Read across & down to determine the dry ice amount in kilograms. Note: 1 kg = 2.2 lbs10)Use wrapped or unwrapped dry ice as specified in the dry ice table11)If the required amount of dry ice exceeds the bunker capacity, plan to re-ice the container

Many variables, such as weather conditions, delays and handling, are beyond control. Envirotainermakes no guarantee that the amount of dry ice indicated in the tables is correct for any specificshipment. It is recommended that the proper procedures to determine the appropriate amount of dryice are implemented.


DRY ICE CALCULATION

Set Temperature +5°C

Dry Ice Quantity Ambient temperatures from +10°C to +25°C, use wrapped dry ice(in Kilograms) Ambient temperatures from +25°C to +40°C, use unwrapped dry ice

Ambient Temperature10°C 15°C 20°C 25°C 30°C 35°C 40°C

Hours (50°F) (59°F) (68°F) (77°F) (86°F) (95°F) (104°F)10 4 7 11 14 18 22 2515 5 11 16 22 27 32 3820 7 14 22 29 36 43 5025 9 18 27 36 45 54 6330 11 22 32 43 54 65 76

Calculation Example - Container Shipment

To calculate the amount of dry ice needed in a container, imagine that we have RKN container witha 5°C temperature requirement with the transportation schedule noted below. Also assume dry iceis used to precondition the container.

Activity Time (Hrs) Temp (°C)Loading / truck to airport 2 20Tarmac / aircraft loading 2 25Flight time 8 15Aircraft unloading 2 28Warehouse at destination 11 23

Next, multiply the time and temperature of each activity ("product") and add the products of all theactivities to obtain the product sum. In this example the product sum is 519:

Activity Time (Hrs) Multiply Temp (°C) = ProductLoading / truck to airport 2 X 20 40Tarmac / aircraft loading 2 X 25 50Flight time 8 X 15 120Aircraft unloading 2 X 28 56Warehouse at destination 11 X 23 253

TOTAL TIME 25 PRODUCT SUM 519

Divide the product sum by total hours to determine the average ambient temperature:

519 / 25 = 20.7°C

From the appropriate dry ice table (excerpt below), locate the corresponding Temperature column& Time row. In this example, 27 kg of wrapped dry ice is required to maintain the cargo temperature.Referring to the container preconditioning example, an additional 13 kg is required to preconditionthe container, so the total amount of dry ice required is 27 kg + 13 kg = 40 kg.


DRY ICE TABLES (RKN)

DRY ICE TABLES (RKN)Set Temperature -20°C

Dry Ice Quantity For all ambient temperatures, use unwrapped dry ice(in Kilograms)


Hours (50°F) (59°F) (68°F) (77°F) (86°F) (95°F) (104°F)10 36 42 48 54 60 66 7215 54 63 72 81 90 99 10820 72 84 96 108 120 132 14425 90 105 120 135 150 16530 108 126 144 16235 126 147 16840 144 16845 162

Set Temperature -15°C



Hours (50°F) (59°F) (68°F) (77°F) (86°F) (95°F) (104°F)10 30 36 42 48 54 60 6615 45 54 63 72 81 90 9920 60 72 84 96 108 120 13225 75 90 105 120 135 150 16530 90 108 126 144 16235 105 126 147 16840 120 144 16845 135 16250 15055 165




Dry Ice Quantity Ambient temperatures from -5°C to +10°C, use wrapped dry ice(in Kilograms) Ambient temperatures from +10°C to +40°C, use unwrapped dry ice


Hours (50°F) (59°F) (68°F) (77°F) (86°F) (95°F) (104°F)10 22 27 32 38 43 49 5415 32 41 49 57 65 73 8120 43 54 65 76 86 97 10825 54 68 81 95 108 122 13530 65 81 97 113 130 146 16235 76 95 113 132 15140 86 108 130 15145 97 122 14650 108 135 16255 119 14960 130 16265 14070 15175 162


Dry Ice Quantity Ambient temperatures from 0°C to +15°C, use wrapped dry ice(in Kilograms) Ambient temperatures from +15°C to +40°C, use unwrapped dry ice


Hours (50°F) (59°F) (68°F) (77°F) (86°F) (95°F) (104°F)10 14 18 23 27 32 36 4115 20 27 34 41 47 54 6120 27 36 45 54 63 72 8125 34 45 56 68 79 90 10130 41 54 68 81 95 108 12235 47 63 79 95 110 126 14240 54 72 90 108 126 144 16245 61 81 101 122 142 16250 68 90 113 135 15855 74 99 124 14960 81 108 135 16265 88 117 14670 95 126 15875 101 13580 108 14485 115 15390 122 16295 128100 135



Set Temperature 0°C



Hours (50°F) (59°F) (68°F) (77°F) (86°F) (95°F) (104°F)10 7 11 14 18 22 25 2915 11 16 22 27 32 38 4320 14 22 29 36 43 50 5825 18 27 36 45 54 63 7230 22 32 43 54 65 76 8635 25 38 50 63 76 88 10140 29 43 58 72 86 101 11545 32 49 65 81 97 113 13050 36 54 72 90 108 126 14455 40 59 79 99 119 139 15860 43 65 86 108 130 151 17365 47 70 94 117 140 16470 50 76 101 126 151 17675 54 81 108 135 16280 58 86 115 144 17385 61 92 122 15390 65 97 130 16295 68 103 137 171100 72 108 144 180




Hours (50°F) (59°F) (68°F) (77°F) (86°F) (95°F) (104°F)10 4 7 11 14 18 22 2515 5 11 16 22 27 32 3820 7 14 22 29 36 43 5025 9 18 27 36 45 54 6330 11 22 32 43 54 65 7635 13 25 38 50 63 76 8840 14 29 43 58 72 86 10145 16 32 49 65 81 97 11350 18 36 54 72 90 108 12655 20 40 59 79 99 119 13960 22 43 65 86 108 130 15165 23 47 70 94 117 140 16470 25 50 76 101 126 151 17675 27 54 81 108 135 16280 29 58 86 115 144 17385 31 61 92 122 15390 32 65 97 130 16295 34 68 103 137 171100 36 72 108 144 180






Hours (50°F) (59°F) (68°F) (77°F) (86°F) (95°F) (104°F)10 0 4 7 11 14 18 2215 0 5 11 16 22 27 3220 0 7 14 22 29 36 4325 0 9 18 27 36 45 5430 0 11 22 32 43 54 6535 0 13 25 38 50 63 7640 0 14 29 43 58 72 8645 0 16 32 49 65 81 9750 0 18 36 54 72 90 10855 0 20 40 59 79 99 11960 0 22 43 65 86 108 13065 0 23 47 70 94 117 14070 0 25 50 76 101 126 15175 0 27 54 81 108 135 16280 0 29 58 86 115 144 17385 0 31 61 92 122 15390 0 32 65 97 130 16295 0 34 68 103 137 171100 0 36 72 108 144 180




Hours (50°F) (59°F) (68°F) (77°F) (86°F) (95°F) (104°F)10 0 0 4 7 11 14 1815 0 0 5 11 16 22 2720 0 0 7 14 22 29 3625 0 0 9 18 27 36 4530 0 0 11 22 32 43 5435 0 0 13 25 38 50 6340 0 0 14 29 43 58 7245 0 0 16 32 49 65 8150 0 0 18 36 54 72 9055 0 0 20 40 59 79 9960 0 0 22 43 65 86 10865 0 0 23 47 70 94 11770 0 0 25 50 76 101 12675 0 0 27 54 81 108 13580 0 0 29 58 86 115 14485 0 0 31 61 92 122 15390 0 0 32 65 97 130 16295 0 0 34 68 103 137 171100 0 0 36 72 108 144 180


DRY ICE TABLES (RAP)

DRY ICE TABLES (RAP)Set Temperature -20°C



Hours (50°F) (59°F) (68°F) (77°F) (86°F) (95°F) (104°F)10 97 113 129 145 161 177 19315 145 169 193 217 242 266 29020 193 225 258 29025 242 28230 290




Hours (50°F) (59°F) (68°F) (77°F) (86°F) (95°F) (104°F)10 70 84 98 112 126 140 15415 105 126 147 168 189 210 23120 140 168 196 224 252 28025 175 210 245 28030 210 252 29435 245 29440 280




Dry Ice Quantity Ambient temperatures from -5°C to +10°C, use wrapped dry ice(in Kilograms) Ambient temperatures from +10°C to +40°C, use unwrapped dry ice


Hours (50°F) (59°F) (68°F) (77°F) (86°F) (95°F) (104°F)10 50 63 76 88 101 113 12615 76 95 113 132 151 170 18920 101 126 151 176 202 227 25225 126 158 189 221 252 28430 151 189 227 26535 176 221 26540 202 25245 227 28450 25255 277


Dry Ice Quantity Ambient temperatures from 0°C to +15°C, use wrapped dry ice(in Kilograms) Ambient temperatures from +15°C to +40°C, use unwrapped dry ice


Hours (50°F) (59°F) (68°F) (77°F) (86°F) (95°F) (104°F)10 32 42 53 63 74 84 9515 47 63 79 95 110 126 14220 63 84 105 126 147 168 18925 79 105 131 158 184 210 23630 95 126 158 189 221 252 28435 110 147 184 221 257 29440 126 168 210 252 29445 142 189 236 28450 158 210 26355 173 231 28960 189 25265 205 27370 221 29475 23680 25285 26890 28495 299



Set Temperature 0°C



Hours (50°F) (59°F) (68°F) (77°F) (86°F) (95°F) (104°F)10 17 25 34 42 50 59 6715 25 38 50 63 76 88 10120 34 50 67 84 101 118 13425 42 63 84 105 126 147 16830 50 76 101 126 151 176 20235 59 88 118 147 176 206 23540 67 101 134 168 202 235 26945 76 113 151 189 227 26550 84 126 168 210 252 29455 92 139 185 231 27760 101 151 202 25265 109 164 218 27370 118 176 235 29475 126 189 25280 134 202 26985 143 214 28690 151 22795 160 239100 168 252




Hours (50°F) (59°F) (68°F) (77°F) (86°F) (95°F) (104°F)10 8 17 25 34 42 50 5915 13 25 38 50 63 76 8820 17 34 50 67 84 101 11825 21 42 63 84 105 126 14730 25 50 76 101 126 151 17635 29 59 88 118 147 176 20640 34 67 101 134 168 202 23545 38 76 113 151 189 227 26550 42 84 126 168 210 252 29455 46 92 139 185 231 27760 50 101 151 202 25265 55 109 164 218 27370 59 118 176 235 29475 63 126 189 25280 67 134 202 26985 71 143 214 28690 76 151 22795 80 160 239100 84 168 252






Hours (50°F) (59°F) (68°F) (77°F) (86°F) (95°F) (104°F)10 0 8 17 25 34 42 5015 0 13 25 38 50 63 7620 0 17 34 50 67 84 10125 0 21 42 63 84 105 12630 0 25 50 76 101 126 15135 0 29 59 88 118 147 17640 0 34 67 101 134 168 20245 0 38 76 113 151 189 22750 0 42 84 126 168 210 25255 0 46 92 139 185 231 27760 0 50 101 151 202 25265 0 55 109 164 218 27370 0 59 118 176 235 29475 0 63 126 189 25280 0 67 134 202 26985 0 71 143 214 28690 0 76 151 22795 0 80 160 239100 0 84 168 252




Hours (50°F) (59°F) (68°F) (77°F) (86°F) (95°F) (104°F)10 0 0 8 17 25 34 4215 0 0 13 25 38 50 6320 0 0 17 34 50 67 8425 0 0 21 42 63 84 10530 0 0 25 50 76 101 12635 0 0 29 59 88 118 14740 0 0 34 67 101 134 16845 0 0 38 76 113 151 18950 0 0 42 84 126 168 21055 0 0 46 92 139 185 23160 0 0 50 101 151 202 25265 0 0 55 109 164 218 27370 0 0 59 118 176 235 29475 0 0 63 126 189 25280 0 0 67 134 202 26985 0 0 71 143 214 28690 0 0 76 151 22795 0 0 80 160 239100 0 0 84 168 252


TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION RKN tCooling system

Thermostat-controlled heat exchanger powered by 16 D-cell alkaline batteries and uses dry ice as coolant.

Max ice bunker capacity when using block ice 180 kg(up to 50% less capacity if dry ice pellets are used) 397 lbsSet temperature range -20°C to +20°C

-4°F to +68°F

Dimensions

External cube (volume) 4.8 cu.m169.6 cu.ft

External dimensions (L x W x H) 2000 x 1535 x 1620 mm78.7 x 60.4 x 63.8 in

Main loading space (L x W x H) 1415 x 1355 x 1360 mm(please note free space requirements in front of the fan on next page) 55.7 x 53.3 x 53.5 inNote that the internal dimensions are for "t2" containers and that there willbe small deviations for different "t1" container models

Additional loading space (not right-angled) below dry ice bunker (L x W x H) 430 x 1355 x 860 mm16.9 x 53.3 x 33.8 in

Door opening (H x W) 1360 x 1415 mm53.5 x 55.7 in

Internal cube (volume) for refrigerated cargo 2.93 cu.m103.4 cu.ft

Weight

Tare weight 265 kg584 lbs

Max gross weight (including dry ice) 1588 kg3500 lbs

Max net weight 1323 kg2916 lbs

Other information

Suitable for use on aircraft A300, A310, A330, A340, B747, B767, B777, DC10, IL86, MD11, L1011Forkliftable with a slot-height of 95 mm (3.7 in)



Internal Dimensions

External Dimensions

Note that the internal dimensions are for "t2" containers and that there will be small deviations fordifferent "t1" container models

Profile of loading spaceDepth 1355 mm

Note free spacerequirements infront of the fan

2000 mm

1535 mm

1620

mm

95 m

m



TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION RAP tCooling system

Thermostat-controlled heat exchanger powered by 16 D-cell alkaline batteries and uses dry ice as coolant.

Max ice bunker capacity when using block ice 300 kg(up to 50% less capacity if dry ice pellets are used) 660 lbsSet temperature range -20°C to +20°C

-4°F to +68°F

Dimensions

External cube (volume) 11.2 cu.m395.4 cu.ft

External dimensions (L x W x H) 3170 x 2230 x 1620 mm124.8 x 87.8 x 63.8 in

Main loading space (L x W x H) 2535 x 2065 x 1420 mm(please note free space requirements in front of the fan on next page) 99.8 x 81.3 x 55.9 inNote that the internal dimensions are for "t2" containers and that there willbe small deviations for different "t1" container models

Additional loading space below dry ice bunker (L x W x H) 460 x 2065 x 925 mm18.1 x 81.3 x 36.4 in

Door opening (H x W) 1420 x 2065 mm55.9 x 81.3 in

Internal cube (volume) for refrigerated cargo 8.22 cu.m290.2 cu.ft

Weight

Tare weight 450 kg992 lbs

Max gross weight (including dry ice) 6033 kg13,300 lbs

Max net weight 5583 kg12,308 lbs

Other information

Suitable for use on aircraft A300, A310, A330, A340, B747, B767, B777, DC10, IL86, MD11, L1011Forkliftable when empty



Internal Dimensions

External Dimensions

Note that the internal dimensions are for "t2" containers and that there will be small deviations fordifferent "t1" container models

Note free spacerequirements infront of the fan

Profile of loading spaceWidth 2065 mm

2230 mm

3170 mm

1620 mm


TROUBLESHOOTING

TROUBLESHOOTING1. NO CONTROL UNIT DISPLAY

1.1 Are 16 D-cell Alkalinebatteries in the container?

1.2 Is the battery polaritycorrect?

1.3 Replace batteries. Isthere a display?

yes

noInsert batteries

Re-insert batteriesno

yes

1.4 Is there contact betweenall batteries and connectors?

no

no1.5 Is the battery holdermalformed?

1.6 Adjust contact springtension. Is there a display?no

yes yes no

1.7 Adjust contrast:Press "Menu/Enter"Press "plus" twicePress "Menu/Enter"Hold "plus"

Is there a display?

no

Replace container

1.8 Repair battery holder.Is there a display? no

Go to step 1.7


TROUBLESHOOTING

2. CONTROL UNIT DOES NOT OPERATE CORRECTLY

2.1 Is there a display?

2.2 Is the battery voltageabove 9V in both circuits?

yes

noGo to:1. No control unit display

Replace batteriesno

yes

2.4 Is there a fan alarm onthe display? (see Fig. 1)

yes

yesReplace container

yes

Replace container

Replace container(see note 1)no

no

Note 1: If the fan is operating and the container temperature is set to the desired temperature, the container isable to maintain set temperature, but should be used only in emergency situations.

2.5 Remove and replace thebatteries to reset unit. Doesit operate correctly?

Figure 1


Cooling fan alarm

2.3 Do the buttons operate,and can the set temperaturebe adjusted?


TROUBLESHOOTING

3. FAN DOES NOT OPERATE

3.1 Is there a display?


yes


3.3 Reduce set temperatureto confirm fan turns onno

yes

3.6 Has the fan guard beendamaged? yes

3.7 Adjust fan guard position.Fan operating?

Replace container

3.5 Replace batteriesno

3.2 Is the temperature in thecontainer at least 3°C abovethe set point?

yes

no

Replace container

no


TROUBLESHOOTING

4.2 Container recentlyexposed to sun/high temps?

4.5 Container stored at atemp >25°C above set point?

yes

noAdd dry ice

yes

no

4.6 Is there a control unitdisplay?

no


4. CONTAINER TEMPERATURE TOO WARM (REFRIGERATED PRODUCT)

4.4 Redistribute dry ice inbunker or unwrap some ice

Move container to cooler area(at least 5°C above set point)


4.8 Is the container set to thecorrect temperature?

4.9 Is the unit of measure (°Cor °F) correct?

yes

noReplace batteries

no

yes

4.10 Is there a fan alarm onthe display? (see Fig. 1)

no

yes

4.11 Is the fan operating?

yes

4.3 Monitor containertemperature returns to range? no

yes

no

Adjust set temperature

Change unit of measure

Replace container

no

no

Go to:3. Fan does not operateno

4.12 Product may not beprecooled to set temperature.Stop shipment.

4.1 Sufficient amount of dry icein bunker? 20kg RKN, 40kgRAP


TROUBLESHOOTING

5.3 Is there excessive ice inthe bunker?

no

yes

yes

no

5.4 Is pellet or unwrapped dryice used?

no

yesReice with wrapped slices

Remove some of the dry ice

5.5 Is the container set to thecorrect temperature?

5.6 Is the unit of measure (°Cor °F) correct?

yes

noAdjust set temperature

no

yes

yes

Move container to warm area(at least 5°C above set point)

yes

no

Change unit of measure

Replace containerno

5. CONTAINER TEMPERATURE TOO COLD (REFRIGERATED PRODUCT)

Monitor container temperaturereturns to range?

5.2 Is container stored attemps within 5°C of set point?

5.1 Container recently exposedto temps within 5°C of setpoint?

5.7 Does the fan turn off whenthe set temperature isincreased?

5.8 Product may not beprecooled to set temperature.Stop shipment.


RKN / RAP CONTAINER CHECKLIST

RKN / RAP CONTAINER CHECKLISTFor Refrigerated and Controlled Room Temperature Products

CONTAINER PRECONDITIONINGUsing a Cold Room Put 16 Alkaline D-cell batteries in the battery holder. Check the battery voltage. Perform fan operational check. Turn off the control unit or remove the batteries from holder. Place container in a cold room set at the desired product temperature. Open the container doors and wait at least one hour before loading cargo.

Using Dry Ice Put 16 Alkaline D-cell batteries in the battery holder. Check the battery voltage. Perform fan operational check. Set the container to the desired temperature. Load the required amount of dry ice in the bunker. Close the container doors and wait at least one hour before loading cargo.

CONTAINER LOADINGUsing a Cold Room Load the cargo in the cold room, preferably on a pallet, or on spacers at least 2 cm high. Secure the cargo using the container’s tie-down brackets. Close and secure the container doors and remove from the cold room. Reinstall batteries and check the battery voltage. Set container temperature to the desired temperature. Load the required amount of dry ice in the bunker.

Using Dry Ice Load the cargo, preferably on a pallet or on spacers at least 2 cm high. Secure the cargo using the container’s tie-down brackets. Close and secure the container doors.

TRANSPORT / HANDLING / STORAGE Limit exposure to temperatures within 5°C of the set point. Comply with specified limits and ambient conditions.


RKN / RAP CONTAINER CHECKLIST

RKN / RAP CONTAINER CHECKLISTFor Deep Frozen Products

CONTAINER PRECONDITIONINGUsing a Cold Room Put 16 Alkaline D-cell batteries in the battery holder. Check the battery voltage. Perform fan operational check. Turn off the control unit or remove the batteries from holder. Place container in a cold room set at the desired product temperature. Open the container doors and wait at least one hour before loading cargo.

Using Dry Ice Put 16 Alkaline D-cell batteries in the battery holder. Check the battery voltage. Perform fan operational check. Set the container to the desired temperature. Load 20% of the total amount of dry ice in the bunker and save the remaining dry ice for loading with the

cargo. Distribute an additional 25 to 50 kg of unwrapped dry ice on a pallet in the cargo area. Close the container doors and wait at least one hour before loading cargo.

CONTAINER LOADINGWhen the container is preconditioned with a temperature controlled room Ensure product and all packing material is preconditioned for at least one week prior to loading. Load the cargo including 80% of the dry ice preferably on a pallet, or on spacers at least 2 cm high. Secure the cargo using the container’s tie-down brackets. Close and secure the container doors and remove from the cold room. Reinstall batteries and check the battery voltage. Set container temperature to the desired temperature. Load remaining 20% of the total required amount of dry ice in the bunker.

When the container is preconditioned with dry ice Ensure that the product and all packing material is preconditioned for at least one week prior to loading. Remove the pallet with dry ice used for preconditioning. Load the cargo including 80% of the dry ice, preferably on a pallet or on spacers at least 2 cm high. Secure the cargo using the container’s tie-down brackets. Close and secure the container doors.

HANDLING / STORAGE Change the batteries every 24 hrs.

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