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  • The incoming helium to the fridge is controlled by the fridge valves, namely the run valve and the bypass valve.  Operational procedures are explained in on this page [Fridge Valve Control System at NM4]. 
  • The outgoing helium from the fridge is controlled by the gate valve and the gate-valve bypass.  Operational procedures are explained in this page.

Procedures


Important Facts

  1. How long does the fridge would last if the starting liquid level is 100%? ~ 8 hrs from (100% to 10%) with maintaining cernox 7 temperature below 50 K
    Note: Set Separator flow to 10slm.

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  2. How long does the fridge would last if the starting liquid level is Heat Ex. Bottom?  ~16 hrs
  3. How long would the fridge be cold if the level probe reaches zero?  ~1.5-2.0 hrs


Procedures

  1. Fridge Fill Procedure
  2. Fridge Emptying Fridge Fill Procedure