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Operation Manual Rotavapor® R-100

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Operation

6.1

Preparations

6.1.1

Preparing the heating bath

 CAUTION

Risk of skin burns from hot fluids and surfaces

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Do not put your hands in the hot fluid.

u

Do not carry, shift, tip or otherwise move the heating bath when it is filled with hot
fluid.

u

Do not fill the heating bath right to the very top. Allow for the expansion of the fluid
when heated.

u

Do not switch on the heating bath when it is empty.

 CAUTION

Using oil as a heating fluid

Risk of skin burns from oil splashes

u

Never pour water into hot oil.

u

Make sure that the oil used is suitable for these purposes.

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Make sure that the heating bath is filled.

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Switch on the device at the master switch (3).
The heating bath temperature last set is displayed.

u

Set the desired temperature using the adjustment buttons (4).
The set temperature (1) flashes during adjustment. Afterwards, the current actual
temperature is indicated and the heater switched on.

Summary of Contents for Rotavapor R-100

Page 1: ...Rotavapor R 100 Operation Manual 11593663E en...

Page 2: ...he right to make changes to the manual as deemed necessary in the light of experi ence especially in respect to structure illustrations and technical detail This manual is copyrighted Information from...

Page 3: ...ating parts 9 2 4 6 Faults during operation 9 2 5 Personal protective equipment 9 2 6 Modifications 10 3 Product description 11 3 1 Description of function 11 3 2 Configuration 12 3 2 1 Front view 12...

Page 4: ...nditions 34 6 2 3 Optimization distillation 35 6 2 4 Feeding solvent during distillation 36 6 3 Finishing distillation 37 6 3 1 Removing the evaporating flask 37 6 3 2 Removing the receiving flask 38...

Page 5: ...ase contact B CHI Labortechnik AG Customer Service Contact details for your local agents can be found on the back cover of these operating instructions or on the In ternet at http www buchi com 1 1 Wa...

Page 6: ...is character indicates the result of a correctly carried out instruction 1 3 Available languages These operating instructions were originally produced in German and have been translated into several o...

Page 7: ...ns see Chapter 3 4 Technical data page 17 constitutes use other than that in tended In particular the following applications are not permissible Use of the device in an environment with a potential ri...

Page 8: ...y with the locally applicable requirements and regulations for safe and hazard conscious working practices Safety related incidents that occur while using the device should be reported to the manufact...

Page 9: ...place the flasks in a suitable holder when they are not mounted on the Ro tavapor u Always visually inspect glass components for damage every time they are to be used u Do not continue to use glass c...

Page 10: ...y data sheets for all chemicals used 2 6 Modifications Unauthorized modifications may impair safety and lead to accidents u Use only genuine BUCHI accessories spare parts and consumables u Technical m...

Page 11: ...f the vapor is transferred to the coolant fluid so that the vapor re condenses The resulting solvent is collected in the receiving flask and can then be reused or properly disposed of Distillation und...

Page 12: ...ry drive unit 2 Glass stopcock 10 Combi clip 3 Solvent feeding 11 Evaporating flask 4 Power supply for rotary drive unit 12 Heating bath 5 Receiving flask 13 Master switch 6 Handle for height adjustme...

Page 13: ...Fig 3 Rear viewR 100 1 Power supply connection 3 Vacuum connection 2 Fuse 4 Coolant fluid connection 5 Power supply for rotary drive unit 3 2 3 Heating bath user interface 4 Fig 4 Heating bath user in...

Page 14: ...system 1 Recirculating Chiller F 100 F 105 2 Rotavapor R 100 3 Vacuum Pump V 100 with Interface I 100 The Vacuum Pump V 100 is designed for evacuating laboratory apparatus with the aid of a PTFE memb...

Page 15: ...a Type R 100 SN 1000000000 Volt 100 240 VAC Frequ 50 60 Hz Power 210 W Built 2014 Designed by BUCHI in Switzerland Made in India 3 7 2 1 5 4 6 8 9 10 11 Fig 6 Type plate example 1 Company name and add...

Page 16: ...n burns from the hot surface of the heating bath 3 3 Specifications supplied System with glassware System without glass ware Rotavapor R 100 1 1 Heating bath B 100 1 1 Condenser as per order number 1...

Page 17: ...g IP21 Immersion angle 0 35 Adjustable height 145 mm 115 mm optional extension Rotation speed 20 280 rpm Flask size 50 4000 mL Max flask capacity 3 kg Approval CE 3 4 2 Heating bath B 100 Dimensions W...

Page 18: ...40 C The laboratory apparatus described here may only be used indoors 3 4 4 Materials Component Material Rotavapor housing Anodized aluminium with powder coating Heating bath housing PBT partially gl...

Page 19: ...ating bath has cooled down see Chapter 8 2 1 Resetting overheat safety cut out page 44 3 5 2 Protection against electrical overload The Heating Bath B 300 Base is fitted with a safety fuse The rotary...

Page 20: ...he original box u Avoid sharp movements during transit u After transportation check the device and all glass components for damage u Damage that has occurred in transit should be reported to the carri...

Page 21: ...sons of space it can also be set up outside if the safety guard optional accessory is fitted and the residual vapors are fed into the fume hood 5 2 Mounting the rotary drive unit IMPORTANT Risk of pro...

Page 22: ...check that it is properly engaged and cannot be pulled out without resistance u NOTICE Risk of seal damage if fitted incorrectly Insert seal 2 into the flange of the condenser 1 as shown u Fit condens...

Page 23: ...stopcock 1 u Insert glass stopcock into the condenser and turn to the desired position The glass stopcock performs various functions depending on its position Glass stopcock handle pointing forwards o...

Page 24: ...re we recommend that the Rotavapor R 100 is used together with the BUCHI Vacuum Pump V 100 and the BUCHI Recirculating Chiller F 100 or F 105 see Chapter 3 2 4 Typical application page 14 u Connect co...

Page 25: ...If an extension lead is required make sure that it is earthed and has a suitable power rating 5 7 Overview of connections The diagram below shows the connection of tubing and electrical leads in a ty...

Page 26: ...ing bath is water Normal tap water may be mixed with distilled water with a mixing ratio of up to 1 1 according to the water hard ness u Fill the heating bath with suitable fluid 5 9 Quick check u To...

Page 27: ...e expansion of the fluid when heated u Do not switch on the heating bath when it is empty CAUTION Using oil as a heating fluid Risk of skin burns from oil splashes u Never pour water into hot oil u Ma...

Page 28: ...incorrectly u When fitting the evaporating flask make sure that the edge of the glass does not strike the vapor duct u Tighten combi clip no more than hand tight u Carefully fit evaporating flask 3 on...

Page 29: ...e u Lock the rotary drive unit in position again with the lever 2 u Make sure that there is at least 10 mm clearance between the edge of the heating bath and the evaporating flask or vapor duct To ach...

Page 30: ...6 2 1 Raising and lowering the evaporating flask page 33 To prevent the evaporating flask and the vapor duct from colliding with the heating bath a lower stop can be set using the screw handle 2 If a...

Page 31: ...sufficient to be able to immerse the evaporating flask in the heating bath and completely lift it out of the heating bath u Re tighten the screw 3 using the TX30 Torx key u Adjust screw handle 2 so th...

Page 32: ...of explosion from excessive internal pressure The evaporating flask and or the condenser could explode if the internal pressure pro duced by evaporation becomes too great u Make sure that the interna...

Page 33: ...the evaporating flask is rotating look out for splashing fluid CAUTION Risk of injury when adjusting apparatus height u Make sure that your fingers are not trapped when adjusting the apparatus height...

Page 34: ...ling point of the sol vent is around 40 C see Chapter 10 1 Solvent table page 47 The flow rate of the coolant depends on the type of coolant used and the capacity of the cooler but should be at least...

Page 35: ...ssure The evaporating flask and or the condenser could explode if the internal pressure pro duced by evaporation becomes too great u Make sure that the pressure in the system is never greater than atm...

Page 36: ...An external vacuum pump is connected and running R A feed tubing leading from the glass stopcock to the evaporating flask is fitted u Connect a supply tubing 2 for the solvent to the glass stopcock 1...

Page 37: ...Rotavapor see Chapter 7 6 Removing solvent accumulations page 41 u Clean the Rotavapor and all glass components see Chapter 7 Cleaning and ser vicing page 39 6 3 1 Removing the evaporating flask 1 3 4...

Page 38: ...rive unit see Chapter 6 2 1 Raising and lowering the evaporat ing flask page 33 u Vent the Rotavapor u Turn off the rotary drive unit set the rotation speed to 0 rpm u Firmly hold the receiving flask...

Page 39: ...duct and turn the combi clip 2 clockwise until the vapor duct is released u Visually inspect the vapor duct for damage wear marks and residues u Clean the vapor duct with a paper towel and water or e...

Page 40: ...ot visible 3 Coolant seal u Remove seals and inspect for damage and cracks u Rinse intact seals in water or ethanol and dry with a soft cloth u Replace damaged seals and check the corresponding glass...

Page 41: ...owl of the heating bath using non abrasive cleaners e g household cleaner and washing up sponge u Use acetic acid to dissolve stubborn limescale deposits Afterwards thoroughly rinse out the bath 7 6 R...

Page 42: ...se see Chap ter 8 2 2 Replacing the fuse page 45 u If fault recurs contact BUCHI Customer Service System leaking Ground glass joints not greased u Grease ground glass joints Tubing leaking u Replace t...

Page 43: ...ap ter 6 3 2 Removing the re ceiving flask page 38 Chapter 6 1 4 Fitting the re ceiving flask page 30 and Chapter 6 2 Performing dis tillation page 32 Other faults in distillation process e g sudden c...

Page 44: ...ot components u Do not touch hot components unless wearing suitable protective gloves u Switch off the device u Unplug the power supply for the heating bath and rotary drive unit u Allow the heating b...

Page 45: ...g the fuse The fuse is on the rear of the heating bath u Allow the heating bath to cool down u Disconnect the power cord u Open the fuse holder 1 with a large screwdriver u Replace the blown fuse with...

Page 46: ...e glass components see Chapter 7 6 Removing solvent accumulations page 41 u Switch off the device u Unplug the power supply for the heating bath and rotary drive unit u Remove all glass components 9 2...

Page 47: ...hloroethane C2H4Cl2 99 0 335 84 1 235 210 cis 1 2 dichloroethy lene C2H2Cl2 97 0 322 60 1 284 479 trans 1 2 dichloroethylene C2H2Cl2 97 0 314 48 1 257 751 Di isopropyl ether C6H14O 102 0 318 68 0 724...

Page 48: ...oethylene C2Cl4 165 8 234 121 1 623 53 THF tetrahydrofu rane C4H8O 72 1 67 0 889 374 Toluene C7H8 92 2 427 111 0 867 77 Trichloroethylene C2HCl3 131 3 264 87 1 464 183 Water H2O 18 0 2261 100 1 000 72...

Page 49: ...Vertical cond 1460cm 000636 Vacuum gasket KD22 PTFE 11057057 Glass condenser V Vertical cond 1460cm P G 028096 Tubing PTFE 3 4mm white 600mm 038000 Hose barbs set of 4 straight GL14 sil icon seal 0406...

Page 50: ...003275 Ball joint clamp For BJ35 20 000672 Cold finger For C condenser 023875 Screw cap GL10 027479 Lid For C condenser PETP 023900 O ring FPM 3 0 2 7mm 027462 Seal set For C CR condenser PTFE EPDM 0...

Page 51: ...ural rubber 6 16mm red per m Utilization Vacuum 017622 Nyflex PVC P 8 14mm transparent per m Utilization Vacuum cooling media feeding industrial Rotavapor 004113 PTFE 4 7 5 5mm transparent 330mm To in...

Page 52: ...point solvents No need of cooling liq uid Contents 1 L receiving flask ball joint clamp stopcock feed tub ing Not included Evaporating flask vapor duct holder 040642 Glass assembly V Vertical condense...

Page 53: ...SJ29 32 2000mL P G 025323 Glass SJ29 32 250mL 000433 Glass SJ29 32 250mL P G 025520 Glass SJ29 32 3000mL 000437 Glass SJ29 32 3000mL P G 025324 Glass SJ29 32 4000mL 047991 Glass SJ29 32 4000mL P G 04...

Page 54: ...cation temperature 70 to 40 C 11060908 Glass BJ35 20 3000mL 000427 Glass BJ35 20 3000mL P G 025266 Glass BJ35 20 3000mL P G LT Application temperature 70 to 40 C 040777 Glass BJ35 20 500mL 000424 Glas...

Page 55: ...silicone seal 018916 Set 2pcs bent 1 straight 1 GL14 silicone seal Content Hose barbs cap nuts seals 041939 Set 3pcs bent GL14 silicone seal Content Hose barbs seals 041987 Set 4pcs bent GL14 EPDM sea...

Page 56: ...462 Screw coupling set Coupling pressure spring 048237 Rubber band To fasten condenser 032013 Cross sleeve To fasten condenser Not included Rubber band 032013 027344 Condenser C Cold trap 500m2 040645...

Page 57: ...ngerous Goods by Rail 10 4 Health and safety approval To guarantee the health and safety of our staff and to comply with the law and the regulations for handling hazardous materials for the purposes o...

Page 58: ...been in contact with toxic corrosive biologically active explosive ra dioactive or other hazardous materials are not contaminated The solvents or residues of the substances pumped have been removed D...

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