KNF LAB RC 900 User manual
KNF 126291-126293 11/14
Translation of original Operating Instructions, Englis
Operating Instructions
Read and observe t ese Operating Instructions!
Rotary Evaporator
with Wireless Remote Control
RC 900
KNF Neuberger AG
Stockenstrasse 6
CH-8362 Balterswil
Tel. 0041 (0)71 973 993 0
Fax 0041 (0)71 973 993 1
E-mail: [email protected]
www.knf.c
Translation of original Operating Instructions, Englis , KNF 126291-126293 11/14
Included with the RC 900:
Rotary evaporator and and terminal (batteries included)
Glass set, comprised of:
- Vapor tube
- C illed condenser
- Coated collection flask, 500 ml
- Bracket for collection flask
- Evaporation flask, 1000 ml
Heating bat
Set of ose fittings
- 1x Hose fitting ID10 (vacuum)
- 2x Hose fittings ID8 (coolant)
- 2x Hose clamps ID8
Protective cover (optional)
Refilling valve (optional)
Coolant valve (optional)
Protective film for display (optional)
Mains cable
Power supply for and terminal
Operating Instructions
Abbreviated instructions
Table of solvents
CD wit digital Operating Instructions
Transportation protection
T e rotary evaporator's and terminal is secured at t e factory
in order to avoid damage during transportation.
T e transportation protection must be removed before t e
and terminal can be taken out. Refer to C apter 6
Setup and connection
Rotary Evaporator RC 900 Table of Contents
Translation of original Operating Instructions, Englis , KNF 126291-126293 11/14
Contents Page
1. A out this document 4
1.1. Using t e Operating Instructions 4
1.2. Symbols and markings 4
2. Use 5
2.1. Intended use 5
2.2. Improper use 6
3. Safety 7
4. Technical data 9
4.1. Rotary evaporator 9
4.2. Rotary evaporator's and terminal11
5. Components and functions 12
5.1. Components of t e rotary
evaporator 12
5.2. Rotary evaporator functions 13
5.3. Hand terminal 14
6. Installation and connection 16
6.1. Installation 16
6.2. Connections 26
7. Operation 27
7.1. Initial start-up 27
7.2. Stopping operation 31
8. Operating the rotary evaporator 33
8.1. Hand terminal 33
8.1.1. General functions and displays 33
8.1.2. Operation 36
8.2. Operation wit out and terminal 41
8.3. C anging t e evaporation flask 41
9. Servicing 42
9.1. Servicing sc edule 42
9.2. Cleaning 42
9.2.1. Cleaning t e rotary evaporator 42
9.2.2. Cleaning glass parts 42
9.2.3. Clean seal 43
9.2.4. Clean eating bat 43
9.2.5. Cleaning protective cover
(accessory) 43
9.3. C anging vapor tube 44
9.4. C anging seal 45
9.5. C anging fuses 46
9.6. Inspecting protective conductor 47
9.7. C anging batteries on t e and
terminal 47
10. Trou leshooting 48
11. Spare parts and accessories 53
11.1. Spare parts 53
11.2. Accessories (also see c apter 6)53
11.3. Glass product 54
12. Returns 55
13. Health and safety clearance and
decontamination form 56
About t is document Rotary Evaporator RC 900
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1. A out this document
1.1. Using the Operating Instructions
T e Operating Instructions are an integral part of t e rotary evapo-
rator.
Carefully read t e Operating Instructions before bringing t e
rotary evaporator into operation.
Keep t e Operating Instructions readily accessible at all times.
Pass on t e Operating Instructions to t e next owner.
Rotary evaporators produced for specific customers (model desig-
nations prefixed wit "PJ" or "PM") may ex ibit differences from t e
Operating Instructions.
W enever using custom rotary evaporators, also observe t e
agreed specifications.
Compliance wit t e Operating Instructions
is essential for safe
and reliable operation of t e rotary evaporator. Failure to
observe t e Operating Instructions may result in damage or
injury.
1.2. Sym ols and markings
Warning
WARNING
T is symbol indicates a potential danger.
It also indicates t e possible consequences of failure
to observe t e warning. T e signal word (e.g. "Warn-
ing") indicates t e level of danger.
Here you will see actions for avoiding t e dang
er
and potential consequences.
Danger levels
Signal word
Meaning Consequences if not observed
DANGER warns of immedi-
ate danger
Consequences include deat or
serious injuries and/or serious
property damage.
WARNING warns of potential
danger
Deat or serious injuries and/or
serious damage to property are
possible.
CAUTION warns of a poten-
tially dangerous
situation
Minor injuries or damage to
property are possible.
Tab. 1
Other information and sym ols
T is indicates an activity (step) t at must be carried out.
1. T is indicates t e first step of an activity to be carried out. Any
additional steps required are numbered consecutively.
T is symbol indicates important information.
Custom systems
Rotary Evaporator RC 900 Use
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2. Use
2.1. Intended use
T e RC 900 rotary evaporator is designed for use in c emical,
p armaceutical, and biological laboratories. It is intended exclu-
sively for use in separation of solvents (distillation, drying, recov-
ery, extraction, etc.).
Make sure t at t e installation location is dry and t e rotary evapo-
rator is protected against water in t e form of rain, spray, splas es
and drips.
T e rotary evaporator may be used exclusively in indoor areas.
T e rotary evaporator may be used only underneat a fume ood
or properly installed protective cover (accessory).
Owner's responsi ility
Install and operate t e rotary evaporator only under t e operating
parameters and conditions described in C apter 4, Tec nical data.
Protect t e rotary evaporator from moisture.
Ensure t at no azardous materials can enter t e surrounding
environment (including eating and cooling media), even in t e
event of glass breakage, leaks, or loss of cooling.
Ensure t at no azardous materials/reactions can be produced
t roug contact of processed solutions and solvents wit t e
eating and cooling media or t e ambient air. It may be necessary
to operate t e unit only under a suitable fume ood.
W enever t e rotary evaporator is operated outside of a suitable
fume ood (after eliminating t ese sources of danger), t e protec-
tive cover must be used (refer to C apter 11, Spare parts and
accessories, pg. 53).
Before using a substance, investigate its compatibility wit t e
materials used in t e seals and tubing.
Before using a substance, investigate w et er it can be evapo-
rated wit out danger.
Make sure t e tubes for gas and cooling medium are correctly
assigned on t e c illed condenser.
Adequately cool t e c illed condenser at all times.
Laboratory equipment and supplemental components attac ed to
t e rotary evaporator must meet t e specifications provided in
C apter 4.
KNF recommends collection and evaporation flasks from Duran.
Operating parameters
and conditions
Use under a fume ood
Requirements
for processed
substances
C illed condenser
Accessories
Use Rotary Evaporator RC 900
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2.2. Improper use
T e rotary evaporator may not be used in potentially explosive
atmosp eres.
T e rotary evaporator may not be used in a corrosive environment.
T e eating bat of t e rotary evaporator may not be used to warm
food. It serves exclusively to add eat to t e evaporation flask.
Never apply positive pressure to t e rotary evaporator's vacuum
connection.
T e lifting drive may not be blocked or subjected to loads.
Rotary Evaporator RC 900 Safety
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3. Safety
T e rotary evaporator is constructed according to generally recog-
nised rules of tec nology and in accordance wit pertinent occupa-
tional safety and accident prevention regulations. Nevert eless,
potential dangers during use can result in injuries to t e user or
ot ers, or in damage to t e rotary evaporator or ot er property.
Use t e rotary evaporator only in a tec nically flawless condition, in
accordance wit its intended use, wit awareness of safety and
potential azards, and in observance of t e Operating Instructions.
Ensure t at only trained and instructed personnel or specially
trained laboratory personnel work on t e rotary evaporator. T is
applies also to assembly, connection and servicing work.
Make sure t at t e personnel as read and understood t e Operat-
ing Instructions, and in particular t e "Safety" c apter.
Ensure ad erence to all pertinent accident prevention and safety
regulations w en working on and operating t e rotary evaporator.
T e protective clot ing required for safety in t e laboratory must be
worn, i.e. protective glasses, gloves, etc.
Ensure t at personnel c eck before eac use of t e rotary evapo-
rator t at t ey ave t e and terminal associated wit t e rotary
evaporator. T e rotary evaporator is equipped wit a paging func-
tion for t is purpose (see Paging , page 40).
Safety regulations for andling initial substances and t ose t at are
produced in t e process must be observed. T is applies equally to
t e eating and cooling media.
Be aware t at t e rotary evaporator is not designed to be explo-
sion-proof.
Ensure t at t e distillation residue is not explosive.
Make sure t at t e temperature of t e medium is always sufficient-
ly below its ignition temperature in order to avoid ignition or explo-
sion. T is also applies to unusual operating situations.
Consider any external sources of energy, suc as sources of
radiation, t at could additionally eat t e medium.
In case of doubt, consult KNF customer service.
Proper andling of t e initial and resulting substances / eating
and cooling media must be ensured.
Manufacturer regulations must be observed w en disposing of t e
eating and cooling media. Be aware t at t e eating and cooling
media may become contaminated.
Personnel
Working in a
safety-conscious manner
Using t e rig t
and terminal
for t e rotary evaporator
Handling
dangerous media
Handling flammable
media
Safety Rotary Evaporator RC 900
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W en ventilating t e rotary evaporator wit air or inert gas, be sure
to prevent formation of reactive or explosive media. T e maximum
permissible operating pressure of t e c illed condenser is 0.1 bar
rel.
Ensure t at t e evaporation flask rotates t roug out t e entire
eating p ase (even during submersion/lifting) in order to avoid
eating only one side of t e evaporation flask or experiencing a
vaporisation delay.
Ensure t at t e evaporation flask is immersed or lifted only at a low
speed. Increase speed only to t e extent t at no eating medium is
ejected from t e eating bat .
All replacement parts s ould be properly stored and disposed of in
accordance wit t e applicable environmental protection regula-
tions. Ensure ad erence to t e pertinent national and international
regulations. T is especially applies to parts contaminated wit toxic
substances.
T e rotary evaporator complies wit t e safety stipulations of
Directive 2004/108/EC for electromagnetic compatibility, Directive
2006/42/EC for mac ines, Directive 2011/65/EU (RoHS2) and
Directive 1999/5/EC (R&TTE). T e following armonised standards
are fulfilled:
DIN EN 61010-1
DIN EN 61010-2-010
DIN EN 61326-1
T e rotary evaporator complies wit t e following according to
IEC 664:
overvoltage category II
contamination level 2
All repairs to t e rotary evaporator must be carried out by t e
responsible KNF Customer Service team.
Housing parts wit voltage-caring parts may be opened by trained
personnel only.
Only use genuine parts from KNF for servicing work.
Ventilating t e
rotary evaporator
Vaporisation delay
Environmental protection
Standards
Customer service and
repairs
Rotary Evaporator RC 900 Tec nical data
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4. Technical data
4.1. Rotary evaporator
Materials for parts contacting the medium
Glass parts Borosilicate glass
Vapor tube seal PTFE compound
Refilling valve's fitting* PP
Fitting seal Silicone
Plug seals PTFE-coated
Coolant line materials
Fittings on condenser PP
Fitting seal Silicone
Connections on tower Nickel-plated brass/galvanized
Internal connection Norprene
®
, PA, stainless steel
Tubing Norprene
®
Vacuum line materials
Fitting on condenser PP
Connections on tower PVDF, stainless steel
Inner connections PTFE, PVDF, stainless steel
Tubing Norprene
®
Pneumatic data
Max. permissible operating
pressure [bar rel]
0.1
Electrical Data
Nominal voltage [V] See type label (+/- 10 %)
Frequency [Hz] 50-60
Heating power [W] 1300
Total power [W] max. 1500
Total operating current [A] See type label
Fuse [A] 2 x 8A delayed at 220-240V
2 x 16A delayed at 100-127V
Protection class IP20
Heating bath
Empty weig t [kg] 1.85
Volume [ml] 5000
Fill quantity [ml] 4000
Heating temperature [°C] 20 - 180
Pull-out lengt [mm] 70
Coolant supply chilled condenser)
Permissible pressure [bar rel] 3
Permissible temperature -15 °C to + 20 °C
Cooled surface [cm
2
] 1230
Tab. 2 1st part) * Accessories
Tec nical data Rotary Evaporator RC 900
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Evaporation flask parameters
Evaporation flask size 50 - 3000 ml
Speed [1/min] 25 - 250
Directional c ange interval [s] 5 - 120
Vertical travel [mm] 150
Lifting speed [mm/s] approx. 38
Angle of inclination [°] 12 - 45
General
Total weig t [kg] 9.1
Dimensions W x D x H [mm]:
- wit out glass set (footprint)
- wit glass set (approx.)
431 x 447 x 464
487 x 447 x 823
Vacuum, coolant, and
refilling connections
GL14
Maximum permissible ambient
relative umidity
80 % for temperatures up to
31 °C, decreasing linearly to
50 % at 40 °C
Maximum altitude of installa-
tion
[m above sea level]
2000
Safety functions
Drive motor fuses Electronic overcurrent protection
Protection against over eating
of eating bat
T ermal protective switc (man-
ual reset)
electronic temperature limitation
electronic switc off at an insuf-
ficient water quantity
Protection during power failure
Evaporation flask automatically
lifted from t e eating bat
Protection against glass
breakage
digitally-adjustable stop
Monitoring of protective cover
(accessory)
Hall effect sensor
Tab. 2 2nd part)
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