Thermo Scientific TriPlus RSH, User Manual

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Getting Familiar with Your TriPlus RSH
Agitator
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The Agitator specifications are:
• Sample Capacity — Six heated vial positions for 2 mL, 10 mL, and 20 mL vials.
– Spacers for 10 mL vials are optionally available.
– Spacers for 2 mL vials are optionally available.
• Temperature Control — From 40 °C to 200 °C in 1 °C increments.
• Electrical Connectors — Two BUS connectors for daisy chaining.
The Agitator dimensions, mass, operating and environmental requirements are detailed in
Table 11 and Table 12 .
WARNING -BURN HAZARD The Agitator can operate at a maximum temperature of 200
°C. Operating at this temperature, its outer surface will reach approximately 70 °C.
When the Agitator is heated, do not touch the outside surface, do not reach into it; do not
try to remove vials manually from it. The vials will be at the selected operating
temperature, and there is a danger of burns.
WARNING When sample vials have to undergo heating and agitation, it is important to
consider the glass quality. Use high quality glass only.
Remember that depending on the application conditions, high pressure can build up in
the vial. Whenever a temperature greater than 60 °C is applied, consider the vapor
pressure of the solvent used to ensure that no excessive pressure builds up. This is
important when using a temperature above 100 °C and especially at the maximum
temperature of 200 °C.
Be aware that solid materials can also contain volatile compounds such as water
(humidity) which could cause build-up of excess vapor pressure.
Do not reuse headspace vials. During the process of washing the vial, micro-cracks can
form which will weaken the glass wall and increase the chances of the vial breaking.
Table 11. Agitator - Dimensions and Mass
Length Dimension in mm (inches)
Width 114 (4.45)
Depth 180 (7.09)
Height 176 (6.93)
Mass Dimension in kg (pounds)
Agitator (with cable and 6x10 mL vial
spacers) 2.38 (5.25)