How to Upgrade to a Pharmaceutical Freeze Dryer

Kit contents

  • Pharmaceutical shelving unit

  • Additional tray(s)

  • 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

  • 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.