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2 Safety10 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version FExplosive gases, explosive environmentHarmful to life-formsHot item, hot surfaceDevice damageInhalation

10 Spare parts100 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version F10.3 Receiving vessel partsInterchangeable receiver (double)Part name Order no.Receiving flask

10 Spare parts101 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version FInterchangeable receiver D2 HPPart name Order no.Receiving flask 10 l plg 037569Branching piece

10 Spare parts102 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version F041095041094041231Set of distribution head seals (5 pcs.) 041231Seal holder 041094Vacuum seal 0

10 Spare parts103 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version F041110Metal reed (at gearbox flange) 041110041112Snap flange coupling, cpl. 041112041229Set of 5×

10 Spare parts104 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version FStandard spare partsPart name Order no.11056381∅~ 30 mmSmall glassware jointPTFE coated silico

Cover for evaporating flask, Ø 150 mm, PP042895Cover for evaporating flask, PE 11057349Spare parts for Basic versionPart name Order no.3-way PTFE va

11 Declarations and requirements106 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version F11 Declarations and requirements11.1 FCC requirements (for USA and Canada)E

11 Declarations and requirements107 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version F11.2 Declaration of conformity

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2 Safety11 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version FUse of water is mandatory (non-standard symbol)Wear protective maskWear laboratory coatWear protective

2 Safety12 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version F2.5 Product safetySafety warnings in this manual (as described in section 2.4) serve to make the user

2 Safety13 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version F NOTICERisk of instrument short-circuits and damage by liquids.• Do not spill liquids over the instrum

2 Safety14 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version F2.5.3 Personal safety measuresAlways wear personal protective equipment such as protective eye goggles

2 Safety15 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version F2.6 General safety rulesResponsibility of the operatorThe head of the laboratory is responsible for tr

3 Technical data16 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version F3 Technical dataThis chapter introduces the reader to the instrument and its specifications. I

3 Technical data17 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version F175 cm163 cm158 cm150 cm143 cmD D2 HP D2 DB2 DB RB R C3.1.1 Application areasThe Rotavapor R-

3 Technical data18 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version F3.2 Technical dataTechnical data Rotavapor R-220 SEElectrical connection data, single phaseVo

3 Technical data19 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version FTechnical data Rotavapor R-220 SEHeating bathHeating medium Depending on heating wattage3600 W

3 Technical data20 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version F3.3 Materials usedAll materials in contact with the product are FDA compliant!Materials usedC

4 Description of function21 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version F4 Description of functionThis chapter explains the basic working principle of the Ro

4 Description of function22 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version FHeating bath with heating liquidEvaporating solventRotation drive for evaporating flas

4 Description of function23 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version F4.2 Rotavapor front-sideVarious glassware configurations are available for the Rotava

4 Description of function24 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version F4.3 Tubing schemeVAPOR TEMP.CW TEMP.LEVEL 2LEVEL 2CW FLOWRESERVEINPUTRS-485RS-485

4 Description of function25 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version FVacuum / gas circuit1Vacuum pump (recommended type: Vacuum Pump V-710)For most applic

4 Description of function26 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version F4.3.1 Cooling water routingGeneral memory aid for cooling water routingIndependent o

4 Description of function27 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version F4.3.2 Vaccum routingGeneral memory aid for vacuum routingIndependent of the installe

4 Description of function28 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version FExample 2:Vapor temp. sensor End of cooling pathConnection to vacuum sourceConnection

4 Description of function29 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version F4.4 User interface front-side RotavaporR-220 SEStartStopON/OFFTemp.Heater Record Lif

Table of contents3 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version FTable of contents1 About this manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4 Description of function30 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version F4.5 Connection field at the rear-sideabdfghijklmnceVAPOR TEMP.CW TEMP.LEVEL 2LEVEL

4 Description of function31 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version FdThe optional cooling water valve interrupts the water flow in order to effectively re

4 Description of function32 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version FkHardwired power connection to heating bath.lSee Operation Manual of the connected de

5 Putting into operation33 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version F5 Putting into operationThis chapter describes how the instrument has to be installed

5 Putting into operation34 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version FNOTESecure the instrument against tilting and unintentional moving in earthquake prone

5 Putting into operation35 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version F5.3 Sensor setup and adjustmentsSensor setup menuThese instructions are valid for the

5 Putting into operation36 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version F5.3.1 Level sensorsDescription of function:The capacitive level sensors are recommend

5 Putting into operation37 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version F5.3.2 Cooling water flow sensorThe switching threshold of the flow sensor can be adjust

5 Putting into operation38 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version F5.3.3 Foam sensorDescription of function:A foam sensor is highly recommended whenever

5 Putting into operation39 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version FAdjustment instructions• Make sure the foam sensor is installed correctly. Remove th

Table of contents4 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version F5.11.2 Disinfection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

5 Putting into operation40 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version F5.3.4 Vapor temperature sensorDescription of function:Enables the vapor temperature r

5 Putting into operation41 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version F5.3.5 Cooling water temperature sensorDescription of function:Enables the cooling wat

5 Putting into operation42 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version F5.5 Setting up the support rod(s)abcdaInstall the retaining bracket at the housing. F

5 Putting into operation43 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version F5.6 Condenser clampsabcFlat springaTurn the lever counterclockwise to loosen / open t

5 Putting into operation44 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version F5.7 EasyClampsEasyClamps can be found at glassware connections. EasyClamps can be clea

5 Putting into operation45 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version F5.8 Inlet valveThe inlet valve allows continous feeding and manual aeration (e.g. at

5 Putting into operation46 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version F5.9 Glassware and configurationsAll original glassware parts and accessories are of su

5 Putting into operation47 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version FAll sealings in contact with the product have a PTFE surface and can be disinfected in

5 Putting into operation48 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version FThe following concentrations per germ were applied for every contaminant:103 germs/ml1

5 Putting into operation49 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version FTest resultsContaminant Concentration germs/ml Sample 1 germs/ml Sample 2 germs/ml Sam

Table of contents5 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version F10.5 Optional equipment and upgrade parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10511

5 Putting into operation50 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version FabcdeaStart with the distribution piece and mount it at the gearbox.bProceed with the

5 Putting into operation51 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version F5.13 Single receiverOutlet of glassware configurationAeration screw capEasyClamp (DN 2

5 Putting into operation52 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version FPreparational steps:• Install the appropriate glassware configuration between the gear

5 Putting into operation53 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version FDual receiverOutlet of glassware configurationAeration screw capEasyClamp (DN 25)Receiv

5 Putting into operation54 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version FPlace the first receiving flask on the support ring .➥ Keep the receiving flask upright w

5 Putting into operation55 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version F2×Install the draining valves with two EasyClamps (DN 25).5.14 Heating bath filling le

5 Putting into operation56 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version F5.15 Heating bath setup for 2×1800 W heating elementThe heating element holder is lab

5 Putting into operation57 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version FBasic heating transfer medium requirements• Do not use media which are corrosive agai

5 Putting into operation58 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version F5.15.1 Water as heating transfer mediumWith the heating bath in lowest position, inst

5 Putting into operation59 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version FaLevel drain with Ø 12 mm hose connector, let into sink.bDraining tap with Ø 12 mm hos

5 Putting into operation60 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version F5.16 Heating bath setup for 4.2 and 6.3 kW heating elementThe heating element holder

5 Putting into operation61 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version FBasic heating transfer medium requirementsDo not use water which is corrosive against

5 Putting into operation62 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version F5.17 Attaching and removing evaporating flasksEvaporating flasks are available in diffe

5 Putting into operation63 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version FdedPush down the unlock rocker at the left half of the snap flange.eOpen the snap flange

5 Putting into operation64 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version F NOTICERisk of instrument damage by wrong mains supply.• External mains supply must m

5 Putting into operation65 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version FAfter readjustment, perform a vacuum test-run without heating bath and sample medium.N

5 Putting into operation66 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version F5.20 Vacuum controller installation / removalabcaLift the small plastic reed at the

5 Putting into operation67 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version F5.21 Controller upgradeTo upgrade a basic Rotavapor with a controller proceed as foll

6 Operation68 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version F6 OperationThis chapter gives examples of typical instrument applications and instructions on how to

6 Operation69 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version F6.2 Optimal distillation conditionsTo achieve optimal distillation conditions, all distillation ene

1 About this manual7 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version F1 About this manualThis manual describes the Rotavapor R-220 SE and provides all informatio

6 Operation70 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version F6.3 Solvent tableSolvent FormulaMolar mass in g / molEvaporation energy in J / gBoiling point at

7 Maintenance and repairs71 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version F7 Maintenance and repairsThis chapter gives instructions on maintenance work to be p

7 Maintenance and repairs72 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version F7.2 Regular service and checksTo maintain the system in good working order the check

7 Maintenance and repairs73 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version FHeating bathUse a commercially available decalcification agent to dissolve residues of

7 Maintenance and repairs74 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version F7.3 Snap flange coupling, flask seal and vapor ductRemoval / installation of the snap

7 Maintenance and repairs75 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version FRemoval / installation of the flask seal!Vapor duct might slip out!aRemove the snap fla

7 Maintenance and repairs76 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version FRemoval / installation of the vapor ductWith the flask seal removed, the (glass) vapor

7 Maintenance and repairs77 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version F7.4 Distribution head seal and vacuum sealRemoval of the seal holderabcaRemove the s

7 Maintenance and repairs78 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version FInstallation of the seal unitabaPlace the vacuum seal onto the seal holder with the r

8 Troubleshooting79 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version F8 TroubleshootingThis chapter helps to resume operation after a problem has occurred with the

2 Safety8 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version F2 SafetyThis chapter highlights out the safety concept of the instrument and contains general rules of b

8 Troubleshooting80 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version F8.2 Error messages and their remedyThe error messages are shown in the rotational speed displ

8 Troubleshooting81 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version FError Additional error indicator on display Possible cause RemedyE03 Drive unit icon flashes. T

8 Troubleshooting82 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version FError Addition error indicator on display Possible cause RemedyE12 ‘FLOW’ message appears. Coo

8 Troubleshooting83 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version FError Addition error indicator on display Possible cause RemedyE31 Heating bath icon flashes. •

8 Troubleshooting84 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version FError Addition error indicator on display Possible cause RemedyE50 ‘RECORD’ message flashes. No

9 Shutdown, storage, transport and disposal85 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version F9 Shutdown, storage, transport and disposalThis chapter instructs

9 Shutdown, storage, transport and disposal86 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version F9.2 DisposalFor instrument disposal in an environmentally friendly

9 Shutdown, storage, transport and disposal87 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version F Health and Safety Clearance Health and Safety Clearance_20081110.

10 Spare parts88 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version F10 Spare partsThis chapter lists spare parts, accessories and options including their ordering

10 Spare parts89 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version F10.1 Reflux glass configurationsReflux configurations are available with three different types of c

2 Safety9 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version F2.4 Safety warnings and safety signals used in this manualDANGER, WARNING, CAUTION and NOTICE are stand

10 Spare parts90 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version F10.1.1 'R' configuration041228005155xxx04107604115904134804106004137302727704116202728

10 Spare parts91 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version F10.1.2 'RB' configurationx041228005155xx0411310278240413480410600413730272770411620272

10 Spare parts92 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version F10.1.3 'C' configuration041228005155xx041076025981041348041060041373027277041162027289

10 Spare parts93 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version F10.1.4 'BASIC' configuration041228005155x04107604115911056 021041060110555960272770272

10 Spare parts94 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version F10.2 Decending glass configurationsDecending configurations are available with four different typ

10 Spare parts95 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version F10.2.1 'D' configuration041228005155x0410760411550413480413350272770011690272890411510

10 Spare parts96 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version F10.2.2 'D2 HP' configuration0412280410760413480413350272770413370411300411310007940411

10 Spare parts97 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version F10.2.3 'D2' configuration041228005155x041076y04115904133502727700116902728904115504115

10 Spare parts98 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version F10.2.4 'DB' configuration0412280051550410760413480413350272771105558802728904112004115

10 Spare parts99 R-220 SE Operation Manual, Version F10.2.5 'DB2' configuration041228005155x04113104133502727702728904115504115104113011055