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BÜCHI
Distillation Unit
K-314
5 Operation
5.3
Start-up checklist
The first time that the distillation unit is started up, there is
a penetrating odor. This smell, however, is of no importance.
It occurs when the heater pipe and the isolation become
warm. No overheating of the steam generator is possible.
5.4
Supply tanks
Fill the supply tanks. This can be done, for example, using
a bent funnel (Item No. 16662) or a footpump. The reagents
are forwarded within the K-314 unit by suction.
To ensure optimum long-time operation, the steam generator
must only be operated on distillated or deionized water!
Advantages:
1.
No cleaning of the steam generator is necessary
2.
The blank values can be kept under control.
Never supply the steam generator from a building distilled
water distribution pipe!
5.5
Rubber bung and PTFE hose
Check that the rubber bung and the PTFE hose are still properly
fitted, especially after they have been subjected to stresses
during transport or otherwise.
Mounting instruction:
If the PTFE hose has become loose, hold it with a piece of
sandpaper and refit it without kinking.
