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2 Safety10 R II Operation Manual, Version EOptional• P+G is a unique protective layer for glass components. It offers improved mechanical damage res

3 Technical data11 R II Operation Manual, Version E3 Technical dataThis chapter introduces the reader to the instrument specifications. It contains t

3 Technical data12 R II Operation Manual, Version EOrder number:2 4x2x xVapor duct SJ 24/40Order number:2 4x xAxGlass assembly A• Diagonal condenser

3 Technical data13 R II Operation Manual, Version EOrder number:2 4x xCxGlass assembly C• Dry ice condenser• For distillation of solvents with low

3 Technical data14 R II Operation Manual, Version E3.1.2 Standard accessoriesTable 3-1: Standard accessoriesProduct Order numberCooling water tube s

3 Technical data15 R II Operation Manual, Version ETable 3-2: Optional accessories (cont.)Product Order numberWater jet pump (plastic) 002913Woulff b

3 Technical data16 R II Operation Manual, Version ETable 3-2: Optional accessories (cont.)Product Order numberHeating bath R II complete 230 V 50/60

3 Technical data17 R II Operation Manual, Version E3.2 Technical data overviewTable 3-3: Technical dataR II R II Heating bathGlass assemblies A, V,

3 Technical data18 R II Operation Manual, Version E3.3 Materials usedTable 3-4: Materials usedComponent Material designationHousing Rotavapor Alumin

3 Technical data19 R II Operation Manual, Version E3.4 Solvent tableTable 3-5: Solvent tableSolvent Formula Molar mass in g/molEvaporation energy in

3 Technical data20 R II Operation Manual, Version E

4 Description of function21 R II Operation Manual, Version E4 Description of functionThis chapter explains the basic principle of the instrument, sh

4 Description of function22 R II Operation Manual, Version Ea Evaporation areaThe solvent is heated by means of a heating bath. A thin solvent film fo

4 Description of function23 R II Operation Manual, Version E4.1.2 Controls of Rotavapor R IIa Mains switch of Rotavaporb Knob for rotation speedc Co

4 Description of function24 R II Operation Manual, Version E4.1.3 Rear connections of the Rotavapora Power supply of Rotavaporb Power supply of heat

4 Description of function25 R II Operation Manual, Version E4.3 Heating bathThe heating bath can be used as a water heating bath up to 95 °C.12345a

4 Description of function26 R II Operation Manual, Version E4.5 Protective shield (optional)The protective shield protects the user from splashes of

5 Putting into operation27 R II Operation Manual, Version E5 Putting into operationThis chapter describes how the instrument is installed and gives

5 Putting into operation28 R II Operation Manual, Version ESaving energyFor heating baths there are various ways to save energy. By using floating bal

5 Putting into operation29 R II Operation Manual, Version E5.5 Installing the condenser and the sealWhen installing the condenser and mounting the s

Table of contents3 R II Operation Manual, Version ERead this manual carefully before installing and running your system and note the safety precaution

5 Putting into operation30 R II Operation Manual, Version EATTENTIONThe support rod is not designed to carry the weight of the glass assembly on its

5 Putting into operation31 R II Operation Manual, Version E5.7.3 Vacuum tubesWhen connecting the red vacuum tubes, proceed as follows:• Use tube co

5 Putting into operation32 R II Operation Manual, Version E

6 Operation33 R II Operation Manual, Version E6 OperationThis chapter explains the operating elements and possible operating modes. It gives instruct

6 Operation34 R II Operation Manual, Version E6.3 Selecting the distillation conditionsTo achieve optimal distillation conditions, the distillation e

6 Operation35 R II Operation Manual, Version E6.4 DistillingTo start operating the instrument, the following conditions have to be fulfilled:• All e

6 Operation36 R II Operation Manual, Version E3/4Fig. 6.3: Optimal condensation area of a condenser6.6 When the distillation “dies out”When the disti

7 Maintenance and repairs37 R II Operation Manual, Version E7 MaintenanceThis chapter gives instructions on all maintenance work to be performed in

7 Maintenance and repairs38 R II Operation Manual, Version E7.3.1 Cleaning the sealsTo prolong the lifetime of the seals, rinse them regularly with

8 Troubleshooting39 R II Operation Manual, Version E8 TroubleshootingThis chapter helps to resume operation after a minor problem has occurred with t

Table of contents4 R II Operation Manual, Version E5 Putting into operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

8 Troubleshooting40 R II Operation Manual, Version ETable 8-1: General malfunction and their remedyMalfunction Possible cause Corrective measureSeal i

8 Troubleshooting41 R II Operation Manual, Version E8.2 Customer serviceOnly authorised service personnel are allowed to perform repair work on the i

8 Troubleshooting42 R II Operation Manual, Version E

9 Shutdown, storage, transport and disposal43 R II Operation Manual, Version E9 Shutdown, storage, transport and disposalThis chapter instructs how

9 Shutdown, storage, transport and disposal44 R II Operation Manual, Version E9.3 Health and safety clearance formDeclaration concerning safety, pot

10 Spare parts45 R II Operation Manual, Version E10 Spare partsThis chapter lists spare parts, accessories, and options including their ordering inf

10 Spare parts46 R II Operation Manual, Version E10.1 Glass assembly AFig. 10.1: Glass assembly ATable 10-1: Glass assemblies AProduct Order number

10 Spare parts47 R II Operation Manual, Version E10.2 Glass assembly VFig. 10.2: Glass assembly VTABLE 10-2: GLASS ASSEMBLIES VProduct Order number

10 Spare parts48 R II Operation Manual, Version ETABLE 10-2: GLASS ASSEMBLIES VProduct Order number Product Order numberCombi-Clip 040621 Set of hose

10 Spare parts49 R II Operation Manual, Version ETABLE 10-3: GLASS ASSEMBLIES CProduct Order number Product Order numberGlass assembly C complete, P+

1 About this manual5 R II Operation Manual, Version E1 About this manualThis manual describes the Rotavapor and provides all information required fo

10 Spare parts50 R II Operation Manual, Version ETable 10-6: SJ Evaporating flask (pear-shaped)Content SJ 29/32 SJ 24/40 SJ 29/4250 mL 000431 008750 0

10 Spare parts51 R II Operation Manual, Version ETable 10-10: Condenser holderProduct Order numberSupport rod complete 048180Table 10-11: SJ Drying

10 Spare parts52 R II Operation Manual, Version ETable 10-13: SJ Beaker flask1.5 L versionBeaker flask completeDrying flaskSJ 29,2/32 034230 034269SJ 24

10 Spare parts53 R II Operation Manual, Version E10.6 MiscellaneousFloating ballsThe floating balls form a cover on the water surface, so that the en

10 Spare parts54 R II Operation Manual, Version E

11 Declarations and requirements55 R II Operation Manual, Version E11 Declarations and requirements11.1 FCC requirements (for USA and Canada)Englis

11 Declarations and requirements56 R II Operation Manual, Version E11.2 Declaration of conformity

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1 About this manual6 R II Operation Manual, Version E

2 Safety7 R II Operation Manual, Version E2 SafetyThis chapter points out the safety concept of the instrument and contains general rules of behavior

2 Safety8 R II Operation Manual, Version E2.4 Warning notices used in this manualWARNINGGenerally, the triangular warning symbol indicates the possib

2 Safety9 R II Operation Manual, Version EWARNINGPotential explosion risk if solvent vapors accumulate within the instrument housing.• Always use the