Rotational Vacuum Concentrator RVC 2-18 CDplus
HCl resistant version
6 Operation
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Version 04/2012, Rev. 2.3 of 03/07/2017
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Translation of the original operating manual
6
Operation
6.1
Initial start-up
WARNING
Before the initial start-up, please ensure that your RVC is properly set up
and installed (see chapter 5 - "Set-up and connection")
6.2
Switching the RVC on
• Press the mains power switch on the right-hand side of the unit.
The CDplus control unit performs a self-test and an initialisation. This may
take several seconds.
• Follow the safety instructions and hazard warnings !
6.3
Opening and closing the lid
The lid can be opened if the rotor chamber is aerated and if the rotor is at a
standstill. The rotational vacuum concentrator cannot be started if the lid is
open.
• Select "mode" with the left-hand function key.
• Select "Open lid" with the up and down keys.
• To close, press slightly on the lid until both locks are locked.
DANGER
Do not place your fingers between the lid and the housing when closing
the lid. Risk of crushing!
6.4
Installation of rotors and accessories
6.4.1
Installation of angle rotors
• Only use inserts that are suitable for the rotor (see chapter 11.1 - "Rotor
• Always load the opposite inserts of the rotors with the same accessories
and fill to avoid imbalance.
• Push the loaded rotor onto the rotor shaft until it reaches the stop.
NOTE
Depending on the version, up to three rotors can be pushed onto the rotor
shaft at the same time.
