Chapter 1: Introduction
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Component Identification (Figure 3)
(18)
Heater Cup Assembly.
The heater cup assembly consists of the heater
cup to support the boiler, and the heating element itself.
(19)
Boiler.
The 1 liter boiler contains the boiling water that is the source
of steam for the distillation.
(20)
Water Fill Valve.
The valve dispenses water into the boiler when it is
energized. The inlet of the valve is equipped with a filter screen, to
prevent fouling with particulate matter.
(21)
Plastic Check Valves.
These valves function as vacuum breaks,
preventing negative pressurization of the system after it is shut off.
(22)
Steam Control Valve.
The steam control valve directs steam from the
boiler to the drain pipe during standby, or the steam delivery tube
during distillation. The valve is controlled by the timer switch.
(23)
Drain Pipe.
The drain pipe acts as a condenser for the steam not used
in the distillation and as a drain for the condenser cooling water. DO
NOT restrict the discharge from the drain pipe or its hose. The
RapidStill II may be damaged by high water pressure.
(24)
Flow Restrictor.
The flow restrictor prevents the cooling water flow
rate from exceeding 1.0 gallon per minute. This minimizes water
usage and prevents damage to the unit.
(25)
NaOH Pump.
The peristaltic pump dispenses a user-supplied caustic
solution from its container directly into the digestion tube. The pump
inlet and outlet are equipped with quick connects to reduce the
possibility of spillage during maintenance. The pump must be rinsed
with purified water at the end of every work day to prevent damage to
the pump or its fittings.
(26)
Water Inlet Fitting.
The water inlet fitting is a push-on style fitting
designed to connect tot the feed water line supplied in the installation
kit.
(27)
Electrical Connector.
The electrical connector mates with the power
cord supplied in the installation kit.
(28)
Fuse.
The 15 amp fuse protects the RapidStill II from an electrical
overload. Replace this fuse with the appropriate replacement part.
NEVER attempt to install a fuse with a higher amperage rating.
