Buchi SpeedDigester K-439 User Manual

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2 Safety10 K-439 Operation Manual, Version A! WARNINGDeath or serious burns by flammable vapors.Remove all sources of flammable vapors•Do not store fla

2 Safety11 K-439 Operation Manual, Version A2.5.2 Warning labels on housing and assembliesThe following warning sticker(s) can be found on the housi

2 Safety12 K-439 Operation Manual, Version A2.5.4 Built-in safety elements and measuresBuchi glassware design All original Buchi digestion glasspart

3 Technical data13 K-439 Operation Manual, Version A3 Technical dataThis chapter introduces the reader to the SpeedDigester K-439 and its specificati

3 Technical data14 K-439 Operation Manual, Version A3.1.2 Accessories for 300 ml sample tubes (for standard applications)Item Additional info Order

3 Technical data15 K-439 Operation Manual, Version A3.1.4 Accessories for 3rd party production, 250 ml sample tubesItem Additional info Order number

3 Technical data16 K-439 Operation Manual, Version A3.2 Technical dataThe table below lists all main design parameters of the SpeedDigester K-439.Te

3 Technical data17 K-439 Operation Manual, Version A3.3 Materials usedMaterials usedComponent Material designation Material codeStainless steel Hous

4 Description of function18 K-439 Operation Manual, Version A4 Description of functionThis chapter explains the basic working principle of the Speed

5 Putting into operation19 K-439 Operation Manual, Version A5 Putting into operationThis chapter describes how the instrument has to be installed. I

5 Putting into operation20 K-439 Operation Manual, Version A! WARNINGRisk of death or burns by electric current.Check for proper grounding before use

5 Putting into operation21 K-439 Operation Manual, Version A5.3 Electrical connections5.3.1 SpeedDigester connectionAfter the installation procedur

6 Operation22 K-439 Operation Manual, Version A6 OperationThis chapter gives examples of typical instrument applications and instructions on how to

6 Operation23K-439 Operation Manual, Version A6.1.2 System rear sideT 10A L 250 VBracket with magnetic (elbow) suction plugsT-piece with suction hos

6 Operation24 K-439 Operation Manual, Version A6.2 User interface+–StartStopMultipurpose buttonsButton FunctionalityStartStarts a processStopStops a

6 Operation25K-439 Operation Manual, Version A6.3 Program structure overviewMain menu 1st submenu 2nd submenu 3rd submenu 4th submenuAutomatic - ch

6 Operation26 K-439 Operation Manual, Version A6.4 Software buttonsThe following control buttons are available in the software for navigation and in

6 Operation27 K-439 Operation Manual, Version A6.5 Software iconsThe software icons explained in the following are visible during a digestion proces

6 Operation28 K-439 Operation Manual, Version A6.6 How to prepare the software for routine digestionConfigure the software according to the following

6 Operation29 K-439 Operation Manual, Version A6.6.2 Digestion in Manual ModeThe manual digestion mode is mainly used for the development of new dig

Table of contents3 K-439 Operation Manual, Version ATable of contents1 About this manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6 Operation30 K-439 Operation Manual, Version A6.6.3 Methods menuThe software of the SpeedDigester K-439 provides 20 predefined Buchi methods, which

6 Operation31 K-439 Operation Manual, Version ADefining/Editing a methodIt is possible to enter 30 user specific methods. For this purpose an existing

6 Operation32K-439 Operation Manual, Version ANoteIf the rack(s) is/are cooled down inside the heating chamber, the time for the cool down step in th

6 Operation33 K-439 Operation Manual, Version ADeleting a methodThe 20 Buchi standard methods predefined in the instruments software cannot be deleted

6 Operation34 K-439 Operation Manual, Version AStarting an automatic digestion by loading a methodSelect Main Menu > Methods.•Highlight the metho

6 Operation35 K-439 Operation Manual, Version AAll entered steps are now run through automatically. The set and actual temperature as well as the rem

6 Operation36 K-439 Operation Manual, Version A6.6.5 History menuThe data of the last three digestions can be viewed/checked within the History menu

6 Operation37 K-439 Operation Manual, Version A! WARNING Death or serious poisoning by contact or incorporation of harmful substances at use.Before o

6 Operation38 K-439 Operation Manual, Version A6.7.2 Peroxide digestion —preparing sample tubesDuring the preparation process, handling with peroxid

6 Operation39 K-439 Operation Manual, Version A6.7.3 Installing a suction module and sample tubes (300 ml)To withdraw hazardous fumes and vapors a s

Table of contents4K-439 Operation Manual, Version A6.7.1 Kjeldahl digestion —preparing sample tubes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6 Operation40 K-439 Operation Manual, Version ANoteMake sure the adapter piece is tightened well without damaging the glassware.•Keep suction hose(s

6 Operation41 K-439 Operation Manual, Version AIf applicable, follow the previous steps to install a suction module on a second rack.•Switch on the

6 Operation42 K-439 Operation Manual, Version AInsert the prepared sample tubes into the rack(s) • 2— start with the first (front) position.Install t

6 Operation43 K-439 Operation Manual, Version A6.7.5 Starting up the SpeedDigesterSystem preconditionsThe system must be correctly installed and ful

6 Operation44 K-439 Operation Manual, Version A➥ Depending on the sample material and acid / catalyst composition it might be necessary to vary the

6 Operation45 K-439 Operation Manual, Version A➡ The samples are now digested. Follow-up actions are described in section 6.10.! DANGER Risk of death

6 Operation46 K-439 Operation Manual, Version A6.10 Finishing a digestion process! WARNINGRisk of dangerous or moderate burns when handling hot part

6 Operation47 K-439 Operation Manual, Version ACooling positions of SpeedDigester K-439The side position shown in the drawing below is only applicabl

6 Operation48 K-439 Operation Manual, Version A!Do NOT use the side positions with 500 ml rack / glasses!!500 ml racks must be placed beside the Spee

6 Operation49 K-439 Operation Manual, Version A6.11 Optional 'Stand with drip tray'The optional accessory drip tray serves to collect cond

1 About this manual5 K-439 Operation Manual, Version A1 About this manualThis manual describes the SpeedDigester K-439 and provides all information

7 Maintenance and repairs50 K-439 Operation Manual, Version A7 Maintenance and repairsThis chapter gives instructions on maintenance work to be perf

7 Maintenance and repairs51 K-439 Operation Manual, Version A NOTICERisk of housing and instrument damage by liquids and detergents.Do not spill liqu

7 Maintenance and repairs52 K-439 Operation Manual, Version A7.2.1 Breakage of glassware inside a housing chamberUnder rare conditions charged sampl

7 Maintenance and repairs53 K-439 Operation Manual, Version A7.3 Glass component conditionsClean the glass components after each working process to

7 Maintenance and repairs54 K-439 Operation Manual, Version Athe possibility of unwanted sample contamination (foaming or boiling retardation). After

7 Maintenance and repairs55 K-439 Operation Manual, Version A7.5.2 500 ml sample tube support springThe 500 ml tube rack is equipped with a tube hol

8 Troubleshooting56 K-439 Operation Manual, Version A8 TroubleshootingThis chapter helps to resume operation after a problem has occurred with the i

8 Troubleshooting57 K-439 Operation Manual, Version AMalfunctions and their remedyMalfunction Possible cause RemedySystem does not heat No voltage In

6 Operation58 K-439 Operation Manual, Version A8.2.2 SensorsThis submenu enables the user to check the functionality of the following sensors:Voltag

6 Operation59 K-439 Operation Manual, Version A8.3 Device fusesTo change a defective fuse proceed as followsSwitch off the SpeedDigester and unplug

2 Safety6 K-439 Operation Manual, Version A2 SafetyThis chapter introduces the safety concept of the instrument and contains general rules of behavi

9 Shutdown, storage, transport and disposal60 K-439 Operation Manual, Version A9 Shutdown, storage, transport and disposalThis chapter instructs how

9 Shutdown, storage, transport and disposal61 K-439 Operation Manual, Version A9.2 DisposalFor instrument disposal in an environmentally friendly ma

9 Shutdown, storage, transport and disposal62 K-439 Operation Manual, Version AHealth and Safety Clearance Health and Safety Clearance_20081110_KESS

10 Spare parts63 K-439 Operation Manual, Version A10 Spare partsThis chapter lists spare parts, accessories and options including their ordering inf

10 Spare parts64 K-439 Operation Manual, Version AOptional partsDescription Order no.Scrubber B-414 with condenser, 230V 037882Scrubber B-414 with co

10 Spare parts65 K-439 Operation Manual, Version AOptional partsDescription Order no.Stand with drip tray 11055216Digestion rod (set of 10) 043087Con

11 Declarations and requirements66 K-439 Operation Manual, Version A11 Declarations and requirements11.1 FCC requirements (for USA and Canada)Engli

11 Declarations and requirements67 K-439 Operation Manual, Version A11.2 Declaration of conformity

2 Safety7 K-439 Operation Manual, Version A2.4 Safety warnings and safety signs used in this manualDANGER, WARNING, CAUTION and NOTICE are standardi

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2 Safety8 K-439 Operation Manual, Version ASymbol MeaningExplosive gases, explosive environmentExplosive materialFire hazardHarmful to life-formsHot

2 Safety9 K-439 Operation Manual, Version ASymbol MeaningWear protective glovesHeavy weight, lifting requires more than one personAdditional user inf