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Operation Manual Rotavapor® R-300
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6.1.5
Raising and lowering rotary drive unit
The rotary drive unit together with the glass components can be raised or lowered
either manually or by motor power, depending on the version of the R-300. To
prevent the evaporating flask fouling on the heating bath, a minimum depth stop can
be set.
CAUTION
Risk of scalding if heating bath overflows
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When immersing the evaporating flask, make sure that the fluid does not overflow
due to the displacement.
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When the evaporating flask is rotating look out for splashing fluid.
CAUTION
Risk of burns from splashing heating fluid
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When the evaporating flask is rotating look out for splashing fluid.
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Use the protection shield and wear protective clothing.
CAUTION
Risk of injury when adjusting apparatus height
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Make sure that your fingers are not trapped when adjusting the apparatus height,
especially when using the safety guard.
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Make sure that all tubing is long enough and is not under strain after making the
adjustment.
NOTICE
Risk of evaporating flask damage due to collision with edge of heating
bath
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Make sure that there is at least 10 mm clearance between the evaporating flask
and the edge and/or bottom of the heating bath.
