How to Upgrade to a Pharmaceutical Freeze Dryer
Kit contents
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Pharmaceutical shelving unit
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Additional tray(s)
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WiFi dongle
steps
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Swap out the shelving unit in the customer’s freeze dryer.
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Update Firmware via WiFi:
- (*Use the Harvest Right app to connect the unit to WiFi and grant Harvest Right Support temporary access.)
- When you are ready to update the unit, reach out to Harvest Right customer support (801-386-8960) and provide the serial number (from the sticker on the back of the unit) and the 12-digit CPU code (from the registration screen).
- Harvest Right Support will remotely access the unit and ensure the correct firmware is installed.
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After the firmware update, the freeze dryer will be fully upgraded and ready for use.
How to Upgrade to a Scientific Freeze Dryer
Kit contents
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WiFi dongle
Steps
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Option 1: Use the Harvest Right Access/Warranty Code (Scientific Firmware Only)
- When you are ready to update the unit, reach out to Harvest Right customer support (801-386-8960) and provide the serial number (from the sticker on the back of the unit) and the 12-digit CPU code (from the registration screen)
- The appropriate code will be provided and can then be entered directly into thefreeze dryer. *Note: This method works only on new, unregistered freeze dryers. Once a warranty code has been entered, firmware updates must use Option 2 (WiFi or USB).
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Option 2: Update Firmware Directly via WiFi
- Use the Harvest Right app to connect the unit to WiFi and grant Harvest Right Support temporary access.
- Once the remote access is given, provide the serial number (from the sticker on the back of the unit) and the 12-digit CPU code (from the registration screen).
- Support will then remotely access the unit and ensure the correct firmware is installed.
- After the firmware update, the freeze dryer will be fully upgraded and ready for use.


