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Chapter 1: Introduction 

 

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Original instructions 

 

Safety Symbols 

Your CentriVap Complete was designed with safety in mind, however conditions 
may exist that could be hazardous. 
 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Throughout this manual potentially hazardous conditions are identified using the 
following words and symbols. 
 

 

 
 
 
 
 
 

 
 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

 
 

It is important that you understand the warnings listed throughout this manual 
before you operate the CentriVap Complete. 

 

Summary of Contents for CentriVap Complete 73150 Series

Page 1: ...Original instructions CentriVap Complete Models 73150 Series ...

Page 2: ...ween the hours of 7 30 a m and 5 30 p m Central Standard Time Part 7314000 Rev C ECO K940 Warranty Labconco Corporation provides a warranty to the original buyer for the repair or replacement of parts and reasonable labor as a result of normal and proper use of the equipment with compatible chemicals Broken glassware and maintenance items such as filters gaskets light bulbs finishes and lubricatio...

Page 3: ...mber 7 Exhaust Port 8 Electrical Connection 8 Rotor Installation 8 Chemical Resistance of CentriVap Components 8 Solvent Safety Precautions 10 CHAPTER 4 USING YOUR CENTRIVAP COMPLETE 11 Planning 12 Glassware Selection 12 Loading Glassware Into the CentriVap 12 Temperature Setting Guidelines 12 Time Setting Guidelines 12 Heat Boost Operation 13 CentriVap Controls 13 Operating the CentriVap Controls...

Page 4: ...ENTRIVAP COMPLETE 20 Installing a Vacuum Gauge 22 Installing a Secondary Chemical Trap 23 CHAPTER 7 TROUBLESHOOTING 24 APPENDIX A CENTRIVAP COMPONENTS 27 APPENDIX B CENTRIVAP DIMENSIONS 29 APPENDIX C CENTRIVAP SPECIFICATIONS 30 Electrical Specifications 30 Environmental Conditions 31 Evaporation Rates 32 ...

Page 5: ...evaporation by warming the chamber during processing The microprocessor delays the start of the vacuum pump until the rotor reaches operating speed A safety switch prevents the concentrator from starting when the lid is in the open position and a latch prevents the lid from being opened while the rotor is turning The microprocessor which controls the operation of the heater and the motor provides ...

Page 6: ...e was designed with safety in mind however conditions may exist that could be hazardous Throughout this manual potentially hazardous conditions are identified using the following words and symbols It is important that you understand the warnings listed throughout this manual before you operate the CentriVap Complete ...

Page 7: ...ecified in this manual it may impair the protection provided by the unit Electrical Requirements The CentriVap Complete requires a dedicated grounded electrical outlet This outlet requires a 15 Amp circuit breaker or fuse for models rated at 115V 60 Hz An 8 Amp circuit breaker or fuse is required for models rated at 230V 50 60 Hz Various models are available for use in different locations througho...

Page 8: ...n of hazardous gases In all cases regardless of the solvent used it is strongly recommended that the vacuum pump is vented in a fume hood An accessory secondary trap is available to minimize the exhausting of solvents into the atmosphere This does not however negate the need to exhaust the vacuum pump into a fume hood Failure to properly vent the CentriVap will expose personnel to potentially harm...

Page 9: ... chapter to learn how to Unpack and move your CentriVap Complete Set up your CentriVap Complete Connect the electrical supply source to your CentriVap Complete Properly exhaust your CentriVap Complete Safely use solvents with your CentriVap Complete CAUTION The CentriVap Complete weighs 145 lbs 66 Kg The carton allows for lifting with a mechanical lift truck or hand truck If you must lift the Cent...

Page 10: ...nts listed are present and undamaged Catalog Description Volts Hz 1334500 1336100 1338000 1332600 1332700 7315020 CENTRIVAP COMPLETE US 115 60 X 7315021 CENTRIVAP COMPLETE ACID RESISTANT US 115 60 X 7315022 CENTRIVAP COMPLETE W HEAT BOOST US 115 60 X 7315023 CENTRIVAP COMPLETE ACID RESISTANT W HEAT BOOST US 115 60 X 7315030 CENTRIVAP COMPLETE EU 230 50 X 7315031 CENTRIVAP COMPLETE ACID RESISTANT E...

Page 11: ... and sturdy location where you want to install it There is no need to secure the CentriVap to the work surface Then follow the steps listed below Emergency Access Into the Chamber The CentriVap is designed to prevent access to the chamber in the event of a power disruption If it is necessary to open the lid when there is no electrical power connected to the CentriVap insert a small screwdriver or ...

Page 12: ...ate the rotor slightly to engage the drive pin in the shaft with the slots in the rotor hub The top of the shaft should be in line with the top of the rotor hub IMPORTANT Do not use a rotor if it shows any signs of damage Chemical Resistance of CentriVap Components Your CentriVap Complete is designed to be chemical resistant to most compounds that are commonly used in the concentration processes t...

Page 13: ...DM D D D D D C C D Rotor Shaft Hastelloy Valve Teflon D O Rings Viton Fluorocarbon C C C D C Fittings Polypropylene D C Rotor Teflon coated Aluminum Rotor Hub Polypropylene D C Tubing PVC D C D D D D D D D C D D D D Cold Trap 50 C Chamber Stainless Steel D D D Lid Acrylic C D C D D D D C D D C D D Cold Trap Gasket Neoprene D D C D D C D D D D D C D Cold Trap 84 C 105 C Chamber Stainless Steel D D ...

Page 14: ...e Evaporate only non flammable or Group D solvents with autoignition temperatures 180 C or above Use of other compounds could cause an explosion CAUTION Solvents used in the CentriVap may be flammable or hazardous Use extreme caution and keep sources of ignition away from the solvents When using flammable or hazardous solvents the CentriVap should be operated inside a fume hood If a sample is spil...

Page 15: ...led in Chapter 3 Getting Started you are ready to begin using your CentriVap Read this chapter to learn how to Set operating parameters Operate the controls Properly select and position glassware inside your CentriVap Understand the display Interrupt a cycle after it has begun NOTE See Appendix C CentriVap Specifications for electrical requirements NOTE Do not store or stack supplies or equipment ...

Page 16: ...oper balance of the machine Therefore if less than a full load of samples is run it is important to load samples into the CentriVap in a fairly symmetrical manner distributing the weight of the samples evenly in the sample rotor Temperature Setting Guidelines The evaporation rate achieved by the CentriVap is dependent upon a variety of factors These include the nature of the solvent the temperatur...

Page 17: ...l heat to the samples to speed evaporation The Heat Boost heater is controlled by the microprocessor to maintain the set point temperature at the bottom of the chamber to prevent excessive overheating of the samples CentriVap Controls The control panel for the CentriVap is shown below with a description about its function 1 Display The liquid crystal display LCD shows set point parameters and actu...

Page 18: ...program number indicating that this set point can be run or altered To change the program number press the increase or decrease button until the desired program number is displayed When the program number is changed all its set points change also to indicate the last entered parameters for that program Store frequently run protocols in program 1 2 or 3 Then by pressing PROG 1 PROG 2 or PROG 3 the ...

Page 19: ...is reset Operating the CentriVap CAUTION To avoid personnel injury Do not operate the CentriVap if the lid is scratched or nicked or shows signs of damage A damaged lid could fail under vacuum While the CentriVap is operating do not lean on the lid do not stand near it longer than necessary and do not place hazardous materials within 12 inches 1 Turn ON the CentriVap power switch 2 Press the Cold ...

Page 20: ...entriZap will enable you to see the samples as they are rotating in the rotor To use the strobe light while the CentriVap is operating remove the light from its holder on the front of the unit press the trigger and shine the light on the samples in the rotor Operational Notes As solvent is evaporated in the Concentrator and then condensed in the Cold Trap it is normal for the Cold Trap temperature...

Page 21: ...ction with the evaporation process The gas ballast is OPEN if the arrow on the gas ballast cap is pointing IN towards the CentriVap The gas ballast is CLOSED if the cap is rotated 180 so that the arrow is pointing OUT of the CentriVap Safety Precautions Special precautions must be observed if the materials used in the CentriVap Concentrator are known to be hazardous toxic radioactive or contaminat...

Page 22: ...equipment 1 Clean up all spills remove liquids from the chamber Clean or decontaminate all surfaces using agents suitable for the substance spilled 2 Clean lid and gasket using soft cloth sponge or chamois and a mild non abrasive soap or detergent 3 Utilization of acids requires immediate cleaning and neutralization after a run or physical damage to the stainless steel collection chamber will resu...

Page 23: ...replace any that show signs of hardening permanent set or deterioration 2 Using a soft cloth sponge or chamois and a mild non abrasive soap or detergent clean the glass lid 3 Using a soft cloth sponge or chamois and a mild non abrasive soap or detergent clean the exterior surfaces of the unit Liquid spray cleaners and polishes may be used on the exterior surfaces Do not use solvents to remove stai...

Page 24: ... Ac cc ce es ss so or ri ie es s f fo or r Y Yo ou ur r C Ce en nt tr ri iV Va ap p C Co om mp pl le et te e The configuration of your CentriVap Complete can be changed to accommodate your needs Read this chapter to learn how to Install a vacuum gauge Install a secondary chemical trap ...

Page 25: ...or 36 13 x 100 mm tubes and 24 16 x 100 mm tubes or 18 16 x 120 mm conical tubes or 18 17 x 95 mm tubes or 18 17 x 100 mm centrifuge tubes or 18 17 x 120 mm tubes 7455100 7455101 Rotor 12 13 mm Holds 40 1 5 ml microcentrifuge tubes or 40 2 0 ml microcentrifuge tubes and 16 12 x 55 mm tubes or 100 12 x 75 mm tubes or 64 12 x 95 mm tubes or 100 13 x 75 mm tubes or 64 13 x 100 mm tubes 7455200 745520...

Page 26: ... vacuum gauge may be attached to the CentriVap to monitor the vacuum level Attach the vacuum gauge to the barb end of the Quick Disconnect Coupling fitting that was supplied with the CentriVap using a length of suitable rubber hose The Quick Disconnect Coupling fitting can then be pushed into the mating connector on the rear left side of the CentriVap The Quick Disconnect Coupling fitting can be r...

Page 27: ...s into the atmosphere Attach the bracket to the right hand side of the housing using the screws provided Attach the hose from the outlet on the vacuum pump to the out connector of the canister housing Unscrew the clear blow of the canister housing from the head Remove both the upper and lower caps from the filter cartridge and insert the small end of the cartridge into the hole in the center of th...

Page 28: ...nal self check routine CAUTION Disconnect power before corrective action is taken DISPLAY ERROR CODE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION Heat Sensor Sensor failure Replace sensor assembly Connection failure Repair connection Close Lid Lid open Close lid Latch Fail Solenoid failure Check component Switch or sensor failure Check connections Mem Fail P1 Memory failure Push program button 1 New memory IC chip Pus...

Page 29: ...on rate is reduced Heater inoperable Contact Labconco Vacuum pump failure Check pump Obstruction in hose Remove obstruction or replace hose Lack of adequate vacuum See below No vacuum poor vacuum Pump not on Turn on pump Control valve open Check control valve Leaks in lines or connectors or gasket Locate and repair Foreign material on lid gasket Clean gasket and lid Pump is not functioning properl...

Page 30: ...ke sure switch is ON and condensing unit fan is moving air out of the sides of the cabinet Cold Trap does not cool down Turn vacuum pump OFF and allow Cold Trap to cool for at least 30 min to reach temperature 50 C temperature can be checked with a solvent thermometer or digital thermometer Unit starts and shuts off Latch optical sensor improperly calibrated Unplug power cord Wait 10 seconds Plug ...

Page 31: ...e en nd di ix x A A C Ce en nt tr ri iV Va ap p C Co om mp po on ne en nt ts s The following pages list components that are available for your CentriVap Complete The parts shown are the most common replacement parts If other parts are required contact Product Service ...

Page 32: ...Appendix A CentriVap Components Product Service 1 800 522 7658 28 Original instructions ...

Page 33: ...Product Service 1 800 522 7658 29 Original instructions A Ap pp pe en nd di ix x B B C Ce en nt tr ri iV Va ap p D Di im me en ns si io on ns s ...

Page 34: ...luding specifications environmental operating conditions and evaporation rates Mechanical Specifications Weight 145 lbs 66 kg Dimensions See Appendix B Electrical Specifications Nominal amperage for 115V 60 Hz CentriVap 12A Nominal amperage for 230V 50Hz CentriVap 6 5A Nominal amperage for 230V 60Hz CentriVap 6 5A Phase Single Heater Power 300 watts Main heater Heater Power 300 watts Heat boost Ro...

Page 35: ...04 F 40 C Main supply voltage fluctuations not to exceed 10 of the nominal voltage Transient overvoltages according to Installation Categories II Overvoltage Categories per IEC 1010 Temporary voltage spikes on the AC input line that may be as high as 1500V for 115V models and 2500V for 230V models are allowed Used in an environment of Pollution degrees 2 i e where normally only non conductive atmo...

Page 36: ...2 12 15 18 10 100 off Diaphragm 42 yes 4 29 15 18 10 100 on Diaphragm 37 yes 4 86 Acetonitrile bp 82 50 12 25 45 off Diaphragm 182 yes 1 65 50 12 25 45 on Diaphragm 178 yes 1 69 50 12 25 100 off Diaphragm 97 yes 3 09 50 12 25 100 on Diaphragm 89 yes 3 37 15 18 10 45 off Diaphragm 117 yes 1 54 15 18 10 100 off Diaphragm 63 yes 2 86 15 18 10 100 on Diaphragm 53 yes 3 40 1 5 132 1 45 off Diaphragm 57...

Page 37: ...hragm 1120 yes 0 27 50 12 25 100 off Diaphragm 416 yes 0 72 50 12 25 100 on Diaphragm 383 yes 0 78 15 18 10 45 off Diaphragm 618 yes 0 29 1 5 132 1 45 off Diaphragm 358 yes 0 37 1 5 132 1 60 off Diaphragm 251 yes 0 53 1 5 132 1 75 off Diaphragm 193 yes 0 68 1 5 132 1 100 off Diaphragm 137 yes 0 96 1 5 132 1 100 on Diaphragm 122 yes 1 08 Vacuum Pump Rated at 7 mbar ultimate vacuum and 38 L min disp...

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