The Genevac Rocket™ Evaporation System User Manual
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1. 40 Removing Replacing the Flask Adapter CUS OAS sores se sted a EAER 42 Cleaning the Sample Viewing Window 44 Recovery From A Critical Failure 45 Opening the Lid during a Power Failure 45 Recovering Broken Glassware 060008 45 Installing the System cccceeeeeeeeees 46 Installation OVErVieW ccccccccseeeeeeeeeeeeees 46 Preparing the Installation Site 00 46 Positioning the Evaporato c ccseeeeee 47 Option 1 Positioning the Re circulating Cooler EEEE EEE OE E EEE sues aseeeueaeees 47 Positioning the Waste Solvent Container 48 Connecting the Solvent Drain and Exhaust FC S e e ete ueddez asasedeeeaceedegeteses 48 Option 1 Connecting the Re circulating cooler E os EE because EAE A A E E E 49 Option 2 Connecting to a Running Cold Water SUDD sreap 51 Powering Up cccceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeseeeeees 51 Filling the Vacuum Chamber Water Reservoir E E E EA E 51 Technical Specifications ccccceee 52 Mechanical Data cccccccccseeeeeeeeeeeeeseees 52 COnNdenS CP assainies an T 52 VACUUM SYSTEM cccceseeeceeseeeseeseeesseeeeeeees 52 Vacu m PUMP iincesiijendsianccnienensacncubancisleseesccemenens 52 Power Supplies cccccccccseeeeeeseeeeeeeeseeeeees 52 Power CONSUMPTION ccccseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 52 Operating ENvirOnMent 0ccccseeeeeeeeeeees2. 1 Use the menu control Scroll to and select the required method Note The padlock icon indicates whether a method is locked or unlocked 2 Use the menu control to scroll to and select the required method parameter 3 Turn the menu control to edit the parameter value Press to select the new value 4 The evaporator automatically exits from the Method Edit menu after a 5 second delay alternatively exit manually by pressing the pause amp key The following table shows the range of settings for each method parameter The effect of the parameter setting is also shown Parameter Control Temp To Final Stage Final Stage Time Reduce Odour View Method System Information Range of Settings As method or Set manually range 30 C 60 C As method or set manually range 0 00 to 99 30 hours As method or set manually range 0 00 to 99 30 hours Off 50mbar 100mbar 200mbar Effect Sets the maximum temperature that the samples will reach Sets duration of method stages Auto system detects optimum time to stop or progress to next stage Timed system allocates time proportionately depending on method stages Sets duration of the final drying stage Note Make allowance for the duration of Final Drying within the time set for Method End Enables vent and vacuum cycle at end of method to purge vacuum chamber of residual vapours Note Higher boiling point solvents require lower vacuum level
3. 3 Inspect the condenser glass to ensure that all of the solvent has drained 4 Empty the waste solvent container Note A method may specify an automatic drain sequence between method stages or at end of method Manual draining of the condenser will not be necessary in this case Downloading Log Files Data is collected during the progression of a method The resulting log files may be used for method verification purposes Each log file is assigned an eight digit reference number The first four digits of the reference number are the evaporator serial number The next four digits form a unique identifier which increments upwards with each successive use The evaporators internal memory can hold up to four completed run log files The oldest log file is overwritten once the memory is full Alternatively connect a USB data key before commencing the method The evaporator logs files directly to the data key Note Log files record temperature in C and pressure in millibar regardless of the pressure and temperature unit options selected from the Options menu USB data key Following these instructions to retrieve internally logged files from the evaporator 1 Insert a USB data key into the USB port located beneath the left hand side of the control panel The evaporator acknowledges the presence of a data key by emitting a beep and displaying an icon on the menu screen Select File Transfer from the Method Select menu
4. Mechanical Data Max rotor speed Max sample acceleration Drive system Max rotor imbalance Weight dry approx Condenser Type Powered by Maximum coolant pressure Minimum flow rate Maximum flow rate Maximum coolant temp Minimum coolant temp Solvent Level detection Vacuum System Inner chamber pressure Display resolution Outer chamber pressure Display resolution Vacuum control Dri Pure Ultimate system vacuum 1 800rpm 700G Direct 40g 75kg Dual Glass Coil cold water glycol mix 7 bar static 1 litre per minute 2 litres per minute 15 C 15 C 5 C if solvent may Freeze Visual 3 1000 mbar 0 1mbar 3 1000 mbar 1mbar Solenoid valve Yes 3mbar Vacuum chamber water Deionised resistivity 50 000 to 1 megohm at pH gt 6 5 and particulate free 250ml Vacuum Pump Type Maximum vacuum 4 head diaphragm 2mbar Power Supplies 120V 10 230V 10 UK Europe 220V 5 15 60Hz Korea Saudi Arabia 100V 10 100V 10 Power Consumption po Max ide Stand by _ Note The instrument may momentarily draw current in excess of the quoted figures To comply with BS EN 61010 1 2001 the electrical supply must be protected by a circuit breaker Genevac recommend an appropriately rated type C or type D circuit breaker or equivalent Operating Environment 15 C to 30 C 10 60 non condensing Sea level to 1 600m Ambient operating temp Re
5. N stage Water ay has Fes temperature lan Low BoilingPoint Rev5 2 2 Rotating arrows indicate rotor is Inner rotor spinning chamber vacuum Graph shows AT Condenser against time and is supply proportional to rate temperature of evaporation Delta T Current status Elapsed method time AT is the difference between coolant temperature at the evaporator coolant inlet and outlet This difference is proportional to the amount of vapour entering the condenser and relates to the rate of evaporation AT is used by the evaporator software to predict when the end of run may occur and to detect when the end of run actually occurs Disregard erratic anomalies that occur in AT during the early stages of a method External effects cause uneven warming of the coolant pipes during standby and it takes around five minutes for the coolant temperature to stabilise The menu screen shows a dotted line at the predicted end of run time Key to Screen Icons Contact Genevac for An error has occurred s Press start key for advice 2 function pa Initiating USB Rotor is spinning Delta T device USB device Water temperature Time Elapsed working Power save function enabled Method not locked Inner Chamber Vacuum Condenser coolant supply temperature Strobe operating These are examples of commonly used screen icons Other screen graphics with intuitive meaning may also appear on the menu screen System Test Use the
6. Select Copy Log Files to Datakey Select the log file to be copied a gt p pN Repeat the procedure for any remaining log files that require to be copied 6 7 Upload the log files from the data key to a PC Select lt BACK gt to exit the File Transfer menu 110 Inner Yacuum Check Drain Condenser AVORISIGR Mih anes se S Op File Transfer BULLE ods to Dat Cop Copy Mett Copy Log Files to D lt BACK Datakey Pre to Conti Method Select Transferring Method Files o e N The File Transfer facility enables new methods to be installed Bespoke methods are available from Genevac by email Contact your local Genevac representative for details Follow these instructions to install new method files Create a root folder entitled Rocket on a USB data key Download the new method to the USB data key Rocket root file Insert the data key into the evaporator USB socket located under the left hand side of the control panel The evaporator acknowledges the presence of the data key by emitting a beep and displaying an icon on the menu screen Select the File Transfer option from the Method Select menu Select Copy Methods from Datakey Select the required file or Copy all to commence the file transfer Select lt BACK gt to exit the File Transfer menu remove the datakey Follow these instructions to download methods from the evaporator Insert a data key
7. if end time is defined after 5 minutes with no intervention from user Displays information useful during installation The option to disable this function is offered at subsequent start ups Displays extended check list at start of every 10 run Displays pressure in millibar or Torr Displays Temperature in Centigrade or Fahrenheit Future development not yet implemented Future development not yet implemented Future development not yet implemented Method Select amp Drain Condenser File Transfer Options Y Me sears PAAd hos a Cc aay View l ast Kleti it Maintenance Next Loc ame OO System Hours 98 Pump Hours 98 Motor Hours 84 Heater Hours Condenser Hours 0 aR to View Next Log Filename System Hours Pump Hours Motor Hours Heater Hours Condenser Hours Most Recent Error Water Valve Save System Info Aqueous Run 2 3 0 mins 160 Running to Time c 59 7 C 11 mbar iets AT 0 48 C 01 48 06 gt E Maintenance Menu Select Maintenance from the Method Select menu The following table shows the options and information that appears Next Log File number for allocation Total of hours system operation Total hours of pump operation Total hours of motor operation Total hours of heater operation Future development not yet implemented Displays up to 10 errors Open close coolant water valve running cold water powered condenser option only Do
8. into the evaporator Test the vacuum system insert blanking plugs or empty standard flasks into all rotor positions Select System test from the Method Select menu and allow the maintenance self test to complete Removing Replacing the Rotor Follow this procedure if removal of the rotor is required for routine cleaning purposes 1 Open the outer lid 2 Switch off the evaporator and isolate from the mains power supply 3 Romove the inner lid by unscrewing the inner lid thumb screw and lifting the inner lid away from the rotor Store the inner lid safely 4 Remove all sample flasks and or blanking plugs Store the flasks safely 5 Lift a seal clamp and remove the associated clamping ring and flask seal Repeat for all other rotor positions fig 1 6 Use a flat tool such as a spatula to release the flask adaptor locking tab fig 2 7 Remove the flask adapter from its basket fig 3 8 Repeat the procedure to remove the flask adaptors from all remaining rotor positions fig 4 9 Remove the 3x rotor screws fig 5 using a 4mm allen key 10 Lift the rotor assembly free it from the shaft and away from the evaporator fig 6 11 Place the rotor assembly on a suiatble flat work surface fig 7 12 Revove the rotor shaft O ring fig 8 Fig 5 13 Remove the inner lid sealing O ring The rotor assembly and main vacuum chamber are now accessible for cleaning A suitable stiff brush may b
9. 52 Storage Transporting Environment 52 1S 2 6 9 oe ee ee 52 Electrical Earthing cccccseeeesseeeeeeeeeeseeeees 52 Warranty Statement ccsceeseeeeeeeeees 53 Returning Equipment to Genevac 53 Consumable Parts c cccsseeseeeeeeeeeenees 54 Model Serial Numbet c cceeeeee 54 NO Ses wesc ccs ces eee senses pee ose teat ees 99 EC Declaration of Conformity Rocket VAD OFAN OM worek eanoeences 56 Amendment Control Form 000000 57 Safety Warning material damage or potential injury A This symbol is used throughout this manual It indicates a hazard that can lead to The following safety precautions should always be observed when using the evaporator The exhaust pipe should be connected to a suitable laboratory fume extraction system Place the system in a ventilated space Clean up any solvent spillage within the evaporator immediately Empty the waste solvent vessel before every use Dispose of waste solvents in accordance with local environmental regulations Refer to the list of acceptable solvents before use Take care when using the optional strobe function Persons in the vicinity may suffer adverse effects if prone to epileptic seizure Genevac Evaporators and Combustible Solvents Please note it remains the responsibility of the user to consider safety when evaporating any combustible solvents The Genevac position regarding eva
10. System test to test the vacuum system 1 Remove the water from the Vacuum Chamber Water Reservoir 2 Drain the condenser 3 Fit blanking plugs or empty flasks to all rotor positions 4 Fit the Inner lid 5 Select Medium BP method from the Method Select Menu 6 Press the start key amp and allow the method to operate for 1 hour Note the above procedure ensures all traces of water and solvent are removed from the vacuum system The presence of water or solvent invalidates the test T Turn off the re circulating water cooler 8 Select System test from the Method Select menu 9 Press the start key to commence the System test 10 Any faults encountered during the test are displayed on the menu screen in the form of short descriptive message and an error number See Error Messages and Fault Finding for details The menu screen also confirms the successful completion of a System Test with no error deteced Note Contact your local Genevac representative or Genevac Service Department for advice on decoding error numbers which are not listed in this manual Draining the Condenser 1 Select the Drain Condenser option from the Method Select menu 2 Press the Menu Control or start key amp to confirm the request to drain e The condenser drain valve opens for six minutes allowing the condenser to drain e A countdown timer appears on the screen e The drain operation can be stopped by pressing any key
11. Vial System is designed to accommodate Crimp Top GC vials Contact your local distributer or Genevac Ltd for advice on the compatibility of alternative vials Remove the flasks from the evaporator carefully They are likely to be hot and wet Place the flasks in the flask holder to fill with samples Seal the flasks using a flask bung before transporting the flasks in the flask holder Do not mark or apply labels to the sample flasks around or below the level where the rotor flask seal locates when the flasks are loaded into the rotor Do not fill flasks above the maximum fill level indicated on the side of the flasks Ensure that the flasks are clean and undamaged before every use Scratched or damaged flasks may break resulting in unrecoverable sample loss and possible damage to the evaporator Replacement or spare flask sets are available Contact your local Genevac agent for details Detailed Operation Switching On The following instructions assume the evaporator is set up in accordance with the instructions in Installing the System 1 Switch on power to the Evaporator The Method Select menu is displayed after the software boot up sequence completes Note Commissioning checks or Sys Use checks may appear on the screen These functions may be enabled or disabled from the Options menu Press the start key Gp to confirm the checks have been completed and to go to the Method Select menu 2 Turn on the coolant
12. allow the evaporator to continue In either of the above cases an error message and error code will be displayed on the screen after the evaporator stops In the event of a non critical error warning Current Warnings screen may be viewed by rotating the Menu Control whilst the error icon is flashing The evaporator exits the Current Warnings screen automatically after a 10 second delay or may be exited manually by pressing the Menu Control The following table lists common error messages and the action recommended for rectifying the problem Rectification 01 04 Electronic failure No user action possible contact Genevac Service 05 07 Lid safety errors Ensure lid is closed and engaged with latch 08 Fail to detect lid open Avoid stop start without opening lid 13 Fail vacuum start up test Check inner chamber lid flasks blanking plugs are fitted Spin speed too a Check remove debris from chamber 24 29 Vacuum EN SA Check flask seals run System test 59 60 Supply voltage out of range Check mains supply voltage 78 Re circulating coolant level low Check top up re circulating cooler reservoir only if serial lead connected Once the cause of an error has been established and rectified press and hold the stop key for 5 seconds to clear the error Non critical errors self clear automatically Contact your distributer or Genevac Service for advice if errors occur which are not listed above or if reduced system per
13. finger nut and compression ring onto the free end of the water pipe fig 4 6 Connect the coolant hose to the adapter now fitted to the re circulating cooler out connector fig 5 Hold the coolant hose against the adapter and screw the finger nut onto the adapter until finger tight T Repeat this procedure to connect the second coolant hose from the evaporator coolant out connector to the re circulating cooler in or return connector Insulate the coolant pipes using the lagging supplied in the installation kit Fig 6 Fig 8 Serial Connector 10 11 12 13 Connect the female end of the serial lead to the evaporator socket located beneath the right hand side of the evaporator control panel fig 6 Connect the male end of the serial lead to the re circulating cooler socket located beneath the re circulating cooler control panel fig 7 Connect mains power to the Evaporator and re circulating cooler using the power cables supplied Switch on the power Fig 8 shows the location of evaporator power switch Refer to re circulating cooler Operating Manual for location of re circulating cooler power switch Fill the re circulating cooler reservoir with a mixture of 50 water and 50 mono ethylene glycol Refer to re circulating cooler Operating Manual for instructions If the cooling system fails to prime disconnect the coolant pipe from the evaporator coolant in connector Allow w
14. imbalance Rotor imbalance Individual samples balanced within 10g but cumulative imbalance Do not fill the sample flasks above the safe fill level marker across rotor 4 Load the sample flasks into the rotor Carefully twist the Rotor balanced flasks whilst easing into the rotor basket Push the flasks all the way down there should be very little resistance to QL 0 gt insertion of the flask until the shoulder of the flask rests AS SL VA against the rotor basket Samples balanced and minor i a Cerne E Ree Fit blanking plugs into any unused rotor positions Empty around rotor standard flasks may be used as an alternative to blanking plugs 5 Replace the inner lid and secure with the thumb screw Turn the thumb screw clockwise until light resistance is felt Tighten by continuing to turn clockwise for a further three quarters of a turn 6 Close the outer lid The evaporator is now ready for use Scroll to the required method in the Method Select menu and press start key p to commence the method Starting Stopping a Run Method 1 Scroll to highlight the required method in the Method Select menu Press the start key amp to commence the method e The evaporator displays the method settings momentarily whilst the rotor spins up e Pre Run Checks may appear on the menu screen this function is enabled or disabled from the Options menu Complete the checks and press the start key amp to exit th
15. interval during which the run may be resumed p Press the stop key to end a run The only way to restart is to begin a new run 10 Unload the samples after the evaporator stops at end of run Sample Flasks A variety of sample flask systems are available for use with the Genevac Rocket Evaporation System Standard Flask The standard flask is designed for general sample drying Place the flasks in the flask holder to fill them with samples The dried product may be re suspended after evaporation or scraped from the nose of the flask SampleGenie Vial System The SampleGenie Vial System is designed for drying samples directly into vials l Instructions for Use Fig 1 1 Insert a vial seal into the neck of a flask chamfer side down Push it down until the seal locates against the glass shoulder Fig 1 Note Standard SampleGenie vial seals are manufactured from low leachable viton Perfluoroelastomer seals are also available Fig 2 2 Place a flask collar with collar pad inserted over the neck of the flask Fig 2 Place a vial into a vial adapter Fig 3 Screw an assembled flask flask collar and collar pad onto the vial adapter Fig 4 Never place a flask vial and vial adapter assembly into the rotor without a flask collar collar pad assembly Repeat steps 1 to 4 for the remaining sample flasks Place the flask assemblies into the flask holder to fill them with samples Note I
16. into USB socket located under the left hand side of the control panel The evaporator acknowledges the presence of the data key by emitting a beep and displaying an icon on the menu screen Select the File Transfer option from the Method Select menu Select Copy Methods to Datakey Repeat the procedure if more methods require to be copied Select lt BACK gt to exit the File Transfer menu remove the datakey Downloaded files may be transferred to other evaporators They may also be kept and used to recover evaporator method settings should methods be lost inadvertently Method Select Drain Condenser File int marae 1 ETE Maintenance Vik w I ast Meth Options Revere ave 7 Key Beep g Audible Alarms Pre Run Checks Magnified Display S Commissioning 1 5 to Select 9 Power Save On Off Key Beep On Off Audible Alarms On Off Pre Run Checks On Off Magnified Display On Off Commissioning On Off Sys Use Checks On Off Pressure Units m t Temperature Units C F Inert Gas Blanket Inert Gas Purge Change IGP Password Options Menu Select Options from the Method Select menu The following table lists the options and their function Switches off power after 30 minutes if no user intervention Disables key beep Disables audible alarms Displays shows safety check list before allowing run to start Graphic numeric display replaced by timer count up or count down
17. necessary Inspect the condition of the adapter cushions replace if necessary Remove and replenish chamber reservoir water to prevent algal growth Reservoir water may be removed by soaking up with paper towel Recommended Practice A Clean up any solvent or sample spills immediately Exterior paintwork may be cleaned using a detergent solution Alternatively use ethanol or methanol applied to a soft lint free cloth or paper towel A N The lid and inner lid will heat up to sample control temperature during operation They may be hot to touch during or after the evaporator has been operating Leave the outer chamber lid in the open position when the evaporator is not in use Only load samples when ready to start a run A Do not leave flasks containing solvent in the evaporator when not in use Exposure of the seals to vapours from ketone solvents such as acetone may cause A swelling Should the flask seals suffer damage due to swelling or become unserviceable due to wear and tear refer to Replacing Flask Seals for details of how to replace these parts User Manual Rocket Evaporation System Error Messages and Fault Finding If an error occurs whilst the evaporator is running the system notifies the operator by flashing the blue condenser illumination and showing a flashing error icon on the screen Errors which are safety critical cause the evaporator to stop non critical errors will be flagged but
18. supply using the appropriate method Option 1 Coolant is supplied by a re circulating cooler Re circulating Cooler Switch on power to the re circulating cooler The re Power Switch circulating cooler performs a short self test and then starts up displaying r OFF indicating it is operating in remote control mode this assumes the system has been set up in accordance with the instructions in Installing the System The evaporator now has control of the re circulating cooler Refer to the re circulating cooler Operating Manual for details of how to e Switch on the re circulating cooler e Set the re circulating cooler mode to remote control Option 2 Coolant is supplied from a running cold water supply Turn on the cold water supply Note Coolant flow is controlled by a water valve within the evaporator The evaporator shuts the water valve to prevent water wastage when the evaporator is not running Menu Control Operate the Menu Control as follows e Turn the menu control to scroll through and highlight the menu options e Press the menu control to select the highlighted option e Exita menu by scrolling to and selecting lt BACK gt Menu Control Follow other instructions that may appear on the screen Evaporator Serial Port Optimising Condenser Performance The benefits of optimising the condenser performance are e Quick evaporation times e Efficient solvent recovery To ensure the best poss
19. S EN 61010 1 2001 Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement control and laboratory use General requirements Position Chief Electrical Engineer Date 1 October 2008 Being the person appointed on behalf of Genevac Ltd to sign on their behalf Amendment Control Form Revision Issue and Reason for Change Date Issued Number Clarified instructions for downloading to USB datakey root file 6 October 08 Revised drawing Vacuum System Schematic 6 October 08 Corrected specified tollerance for 220V power supply 6 October 08 Insert Certificate of Conformity Expand System test Instructions to remove water Add methanol to List of Acceptable Solvents 22 October 08 iS cesta er ress Boer Update US address _ 7 heare een pee Update error table for error 74 77 Insert safety warning and instructions to avoid siphoning of waste 7 November 08 solvent Repeat electrical earthing warning in safety section already in specifications Insert instruction to check mains voltage before installation Insert warning flasks may be hot and wel oo SamplGenie non insulating adapter Conventionalise 9 December 08 SampleGenie terminologies Update Hazzard symbol 1 11 Add Save System Info to Maintenance Menu update image and 16 December 08 instruction to reflect software change in Method Edit Menu Add statement electrical supply must be protected to comply with 13 January 09 safety standards Change methan
20. The Genevac Rocket Evaporation System User Manual Contents BON ERREEN E E A A V E EET 2 Guide to Solvent Groups cscceeeeeeeeee 3 List of Acceptable Solvents ccccceeeeees 4 System Overview cccceseceeseeeeeeeeeneseeeeeeees 5 Vacuum System Schematic ccccecceeeees 7 Quick Reference Guide ssc cceseeees 8 SS WIECTAIIIG ON sesitsrsnnaecisdtussncmas iiaedcunbinetwtieainnmundaapeincinnes 8 Using the Controls cccsesceccseeeeseeseeeeeeees 8 Vacuum Chamber Water Reservoir 8 Getting SIAM CG soisi 9 Sample Flasks ccccceeceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeneeens 10 Standard Flask acsstcescaesntecrisceuesuensatesmpacesesdes 10 SampleGenie Vial SysteM ccccceeeees 10 Instructions for USe cccccceccecseeeeeeeeeeeees 10 SampleGenie GC Vial System 06 11 Instructions for USe cccccccccecseeeeseeeeeeees 11 Detailed Operation ccscceseeseeeeeeeeeees 13 Switching ON soi ceseiss coniedivdicewcsasionsededecsdnedenccson 13 Menu Control cccccccesceceeceseseeeseeeessaeees 13 Optimising Condenser Performance 14 Preparing the Evaporator cccsccceeeeeees 15 Loading SAMPIeS ccccseeeeeeseeeeeeeeeeeeeens 16 Starting Stopping a Run Method 17 Changing Method Settings during a Run 17 Method Running SCreen c ccec
21. Valve W fitted N not fitted N Envi CM Chemi Inert Gas Purge P fitted N not fitted CP Chemi Plus Strobe S fitted N not fitted Voltage and frequency Make a note of the model and serial number and quote this when contacting Genevac to request parts servicing or repairs Notes EC Declaration of Conformity Rocket Evaporator Manufacturer s Name Manufacturer s Address Type of Equipment Genevac Ltd Farthing Road Ipswich Suffolk IP1 SAP UK Laboratory Equipment This is to certify that the following Rocket products Serial Numbers from to Conform to the Essential Health and Safety requirements of European Directives Conformity is demonstrated by compliance to the following standards Note The electrical supply must be protected by an appropriately rated type C or type D circuit breaker or equivalent Name G Broadbent RKCM 1005060 xxx RKCM 12060 xxx RKCM 22060 xxx RKCM 23050 xxx Individual declarations are available on request e Machinery Directive 98 37 EEC e EMC Directive 2004 108 EEC and e Low Voltage Directive 73 23 EEC as amended e EN 60204 1 2006 Safety of machinery Electrical equipment of machines General requirements e BS EN 1088 1995 A1 2007 Safety of machinery Interlocking devices associated with guards Principles for design and selection IEC 61326 2006 Electrical equipment for measurement control and laboratory use EMC requirements e B
22. ater to flow into coolant pipe reconnect the pipe to the evaporator and prime the system again Set the re circulating cooler remote control activate mode to On Refer to re circulating cooler Operating Manual for details If glycol is unavailable 100 water may be used as a temporary measure In this case omit step 12 and proceed as follows e Fill the re circulating cooler reservoir with water e Set the re circulating cooler remote control activate mode to Off See the re circulating cooler Operating Manual for details e Set the re circulating cooler coolant supply temperature to 5 C The evaporator performance is restricted Note It is possible to connect more than one evaporator to a single re circulating water cooler In this case set the re circulating cooler remote control active mode to Off and set the required coolant supply temperature manually Refer to the re circulating cooler Operating Manual for details Option 2 Connecting to a Running Cold Water Supply Note Ensure the cold water supply conforms to requirements for temperature pressure and flow rate Refer to the Rocket Evaporation System User Manual Technical Specifications Cold Water Supply for details Installation must comply with local regulations regarding connection of equipment to water supply 1 Remove the transit sealing bungs from the evaporator coolant connectors connectors are located below the right hand side cover panel 2 C
23. condenser Use the menu control to select the Drain Condenser option from the Method Select menu Wait until the menu screen countdown elapses or press any button to stop draining when the condenser is empty 4 Empty the waste solvent container 5 Check the vacuum chamber water reservoir level Top up using deionised water resistivity 50 000 to 1 megohm at pH gt 6 5 and particulate free The correct water level is between the circular low level marker and the triangular high level marker as shown in the Vacuum Chamber Water Level illustration on the page opposite 6 Load the samples oe T S Balance opposing sample flasks within 10g Avoid cumulative rotor imbalance by distributing minor e x SI ev weight variances around the rotor Fit blanking plugs or empty standard flasks to unused rotor positions 7 Use the menu control to highlight the method required 8 Press the start key amp to commence the method Pre Run Checks appear on the menu screen if the function is enabled in the Options menu Complete the checks and press the menu control to exit the check list and commence the method 9 Information relating to sample drying progress is displayed on the menu screen whilst the evaporator is operating Samples may also be monitored using the strobe and sample viewing window if the evaporator has this option fitted Note For manual override Press the pause key to interrupt a run There is now a 15 minute time
24. depending on which option most closely matches the system set up A Evaporator located on a bench re circulating cooler located on the floor 1 Switch off the re circulating cooler 2 Place some paper towel beneath the evaporator coolant hose connectors a small amount of coolant may dribble from the connectors during the following steps 3 Use a 19mm spanner to loosen the evaporator coolant in hose connector 4 Hold the hose tightly in position to minimise water leakage whilst continuing to disconnect the coolant in hose connector by hand 5 Remove the water hose from the evaporator and hold it up so the coolant drains back into the re circulating cooler reservoir 6 Loosen and remove the coolant out hose from the evaporator in the same way The remaining coolant will drain back into re circulating cooler reservoir 7 The coolant hoses can now be disconnected from the re circulating cooler if required B Evaporator and re circulating cooler located on a bench 1 Switch off the re circulating cooler 2 Loosen one of the hose connectors to the re circulating cooler 3 Hold a suitable container beneath the loose coolant hose connector and disconnect the hose 4 Keeping the container beneath the disconnected hose end lower the hose and container to floor level Coolant begins to drain from the condenser and re circulating cooler into the container 5 Repeat this procedure for the othe
25. details Follow these instructions to remove and replace the vacuum pump assembly 1 Switch off power and isolate evaporator from mains supply 2 Release 3x fasteners and open the evaporator side access panel 3 Disconnect the fan power cable Fig 1 the side panel may now be removed 4 Remove the pump tray retaining screw Fig 2 and pull out the pump tray assembly as far as the PTFE pipes will allow 5 Disconnect the plastic hose connector to release the top left PTFE pipe Fig 3 Pull the pump tray out further 6 Disconnect the plastic hose connector to release the back left PTFE pipe from the T connector Fig 4 7 Pull the pump tray all the way out and position the pump assembly to one side 8 Disconnect the pump power cable from the power socket inside the pump bay Fig 5 9 Remove 2x M6 pump mounting screws Fig 6 10 Turn the pump around and remove 2x M5 pump mounting screws Fig 7 11 Lift the vacuum pump away from the pump tray Fig 8 Reverse the procedure to fiit the replacement vacuum pump Attention is drawn to the following points e Take care to align the pump tray correctly into the runners e Take care to avoid cross threading or over tightening the plastic hose connectors when reconnecting the PTFE pipes The plastic Hose connectors should be no more than finger tight Test the pump and vacuum system insert blanking plugs or empty standard flasks into all rotor posit
26. e checks screen and commence the method e The evaporator vents to atmospheric pressure and stops the rotor spinning when the method is complete To over ride the method and stop the run manually e Press the pause key amp The run be resumed later e Press the stop key The run cannot be restarted Note Methods consist of several stages which commence consecutively for example a ramping dri pure stage is followed by the evaporation stage which is followed by a final drying stage All methods are preceded by a system safety check which includes a lid integrity test to ensure that vacuum can be achieved before allowing the method to commence Changing Method Settings during a Run Method settings may be changed whilst the method is in progress Using the menu control Press to enter the method menu Select the required parameter Select a new setting Scroll through the available setting options and select the required value Select lt BACK gt to return to method running screen Alternatively the system returns automatically after a short time Note A method is altered permanently when a setting is changed during a run See Method Edit Menu for details Methods that are locked indicated by a locked padlock icon cannot be changed Method Running Screen The menu screen displays information relevant to system status and sample drying progress during the progression of a method Method identity Current method
27. e extreme caution Wear appropriate personal protective equipment including anti puncture and solvent proof safety gloves Inspect all parts of the rotor and vacuum chamber for glass fragments before placing hands on or near any part of the evaporator Pay particular attention to parts of the rotor and vacuum chamber that are not normally visible the use of an inspection mirror inspection lamp and magnifying glass is recommended Follow the instructions for Removing Replacing the Rotor Installing the System Installation Overview Follow the step by step instructions on the next pages to install the evaporator system An over view of the evaporator piping is shown below Check the evaporator serial plate before connecting mains power Ensure the specified voltage is correct for the installation see Model Serial Number for details Evaporator exhaust pipe a Waste solvent container breather pipe Waste solvent drain pipe Coolant pipes to re circulating cooler as shown or to running cold water supply and drain Instructions for connection follow in next section Preparing the Installation Site The evaporator should be sited on a level and sturdy work surface Provision must be made for the following when selecting a suitable location for the evaporator A 75mm air gap between the evaporator side panel cooling vents and any other object A pipe to be routed from the system e
28. e used with water methaol or other suitable cleaning solvents Refit the rotor by following this procedure in reverse Note Locate the adapter into the basket in the correct orientation The flask adapter locking tab must locate into the central lower slot of its basket Failure to ensure correct orientation of the adapter E is likely to result in flask breakage unrecoverable Fig 7 sample loss and damage to the evaporator Fig 8 Removing Replacing the Flask Adapter Cushions The flask adapter cushions must be replaced if they become damaged Follow this procedure to remove and replace the cushions 1 Open the outer lid 2 Switch off the evaporator and isolate from the mains power supply 3 Remove the inner lid by unscrewing the inner lid thumb screw and lifting the inner lid away from the rotor Store the inner lid safely 4 Remove all sample flasks and or blanking plugs Store the flasks safely 5 Lift a seal clamp and remove the associated clamping ring and flask seal Repeat for all other rotor positions fig 1 6 Use a flat tool such as a spatula to release the flask adaptor locking tab fig 2 7 Remove the flask adapter from its basket fig 3 8 Remove the flask adapter cushion from the adapter fig 4 Fig 4 User Manual Fig 5 11 04 6276 Issue l 13 February 2009 10 Rocket Evaporation System Take the new flask adapter cushion fig 5 and
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30. evels from the evaporator Routine Maintenance to be Carried out before Each Use Ensure that all flasks are clean and undamaged Do not apply labels or other markings to flasks around or below the level where the Flask Seals contact Check all coolant hose connections to ensure they are secure Check the hose to the waste solvent vessel is secure and allows unimpeded drainage Check the exhaust hose to the fume extract is secure and allows unimpeded exhaust flow Check the distilled water level in main vacuum chamber and top up as necessary Scratched or damaged flasks may break causing unrecoverable sample loss and possible damage to the evaporator Routine Maintenance to be Carried out after Every Use Wipe moisture or condensed solvent from the following parts using clean paper towel Ethanol or methanol may be applied to a paper towel for use as a cleaning solvent Inner lid sealing O ring Outer lid seal Rotor flask seals Underside of chamber sample viewing window Inner lid Inside of outer lid Further maintenance procedures to be carried out periodically Following checks to be carried out weekly or in compliance with local in house risk assessment Inspect the condition of the sample viewing window clean replace if necessary Inspect the condition of the outer lid seal replace if necessary Inspect the condition of the inner lid sealing O ring replace if necessary Inspect the condition of all flask seals replace if
31. f the system software is corrupted 6 Remove the datakey Method Edit Menu The evaporator stores up to ten individual methods _ Method Select Evaporators are supplied with a number of standard methods Low Boiling Point preloaded See Solvent Group Quick Guide for details 3 Medium Boiling Point queous ts best horinaa ae bi Low BP Fligture The Method Edit function allows the alteration of some method parameters in order to adapt methods for specific applications ved and Low BP HPLC Fractions gt tO Start amp i When a parameter is changed to the screen indicates the change by omitting the word Preset from relevant parameter Aqueous TE Fres within the Method Edit screen amp lo Final Stage cork tee Some methods may be locked to prevent alteration Locked vie methods are identified with a locked padlock icon Locked methods may be overwritten using the file transfer function but cannot be altered using Method Edit See Transferring Method Files for details This is to prevent standard methods being altered whilst retaining their standard method identity Editing a method deletes the original method and replaces it with a new version To avoid inadvertent loss of method settings it is recommended that a backup copy is made of the original methods Copy methods to a datakey for safe keeping See Transferring Method Files for details Follow these instructions to access the Method Edit menu
32. filling the chamber water reservoir from empty Chamber Water Level Note Use only deionised water resistivity 50 000 to 1 Low level marker megohm at pH gt 6 5 and particulate free in the chamber reservoir The evaporator is now ready for the samples to be loaded Refer to Loading Samples for details High level marker Loading Samples Inner lid Ensure that flasks are clean and undamaged before every a use Scratched or damaged flasks may break causing unrecoverable sample loss and possible damage to the evaporator temperatures of up to 60 C whilst the evaporator is fy operating They may also be wet causing them to drip or Inner lid Thumb Screw be slippery when handled eo 1 Open the outer lid Note The lid lock is electrically operated and is controlled A by a system of safety sensors The lid cannot be opened whilst the rotor is spinning the evaporator is under vacuum or when the power is switched off The outer lid inner lid and sample flasks may reach y 2 Remove the inner lid by unscrewing the inner lid thumb liner lid Send Screw and lifting the inner lid away from the rotor Store the lid safely 3 Ensure the samples are balanced The evaporator can tolerate an imbalance of 40g across the rotor however it is ES recommended that individual samples should be balanced exe within 10g with minor variations distributed evenly around ee x the rotor This prevents cumulative rotor
33. formance is experienced Be prepared to provide the following information e System type model and serial number e Details of application method settings solvent volume flask vial type etc e Detailed description of problem e The log file from a completed System test method this assists Genevac Service to analyse system performance issues 04 6276 Issue I 13 February 2009 31 A log of the last ten encountered errors can be accessed via the Options Menu The following table lists some possible fault symptoms and appropriate corrective actions Symptom Corrective Action or replace the outer lid seal vibration noise bay Excessive Poor vacuum Run the System test Contact local concentration representative or Genevac service times department for advice if the test produces an error code Poor condenser performance 1 Check re circulating cooler is turned on temperature setting 2 Check water supply pressure temperature Excessive solvent Method does not include Reduce Enable Reduce Odour via Method odour Odour stage Edit screen Contact you local Genevac representative for details and availability of spare parts Replacing the Vacuum Pump In the unlikely event of a vacuum pump failure an exchange replacement pump may be acquired No attemp should be made to dismantle or repair the defective pump other than by trained representatives of Genevac Contact your local Genevac representative for
34. he lower edge of the cladding window the top pops out and the window is released from the cladding aperture Fig 2 a Remove the cladding window Fig 3 and wipe clean using non abrasive paper towel or lint free cloth 4 The upper side of the chamber window is now accessible for cleaning Fig 4 Take care to avoid damaging the window heating element if fitted 5 Press the cladding window back into the cladding aperture Fig 4 Recovery From A Critical Failure The following notes may be usefull In the event of power outage or a critical system failure Carry out a risk assesment before performing A any unplanned maintenance Always observe Good Lab Pactice and work within the appropriate Health and Safety regulations Opening the Lid during a Power Failure 1 Ensure the rotor is stationary and the vacuum chambers are vented to atmospheric pressure The vacuum system vents automatically if the power fails The rotor takes up to 2 minutes to stop spinning 2 Insert a narrow tool such as an allen key into the hole in the cladding next to the lid locking mechanism 3 Release the lock mechanism by pushing against the latch 4 Lift the lid whilst continuing to push the latch Recovering Broken Glassware In the unlikely event of a glassware breakage it is necessary to remove all traces of glass and solvent from the rotor assembly and vacuum chamber Remove the rotor assembly to allow access Us
35. her Acetone Hexane Hex Acetonitrile ACN Methanol Butyl Acetate Propan 1 ol or Propanol Low Boiling Point Chloroform TCM Propan 2 ol or isopropyl 1 2 Dichloroethane DCE alcohol IPA Dioxane Pyridine Ethyl Acetate Tetrahydrofuran THF Heptane Trifluroacetic Acid TFA Acetic Acid Ammonium Hydroxide NH3OH Ethanol EtOH Dimethyl Formamide DMF Medium BP Formic Acid Toluene Butan 1 ol Butan 2 ol Low BP Mixture Any mixture of low boiling point solvents except DCM Med amp Low BP Any mixture of medium and low boiling point refer to rest of table Mixture HPLC Fractions Water organic Water Acetonitrile or Methanol mixture Dichloromethane DCM and other miscible solvents and no DCM mixture traces of water Some solvents can be evaporated using either the Low Boiling Point or the Medium Bolling Point method For these solvents use Low Boiling Point to optimise solvent recovery or Medium Boiling Point to optimise speed Evaporating Diethyl Ether pentane or other similar low auto ignition solvents may only be attempted in an evaporator which is fitted with an Inert Gas Purge system System Overview Outer Main Lid __ Z Condenser if Strobe Control Menu Screen Menu Control Inner Rotor lid Sample Viewing Run Controls Window Start Pause Stop USB Port N Waste Solvent Power Switch Drain Outlet Lifting points The Rocket Evaporati
36. ible performance from the condenser e Drain the condenser before starting a run e Ensure the coolant supply temperature is appropriate for the solvent group application Option 1 Check to ensure Re circulating cooler e The re circulating cooler is connected to the evaporator via Serial Port a serial lead e The re circulating cooler display shows r OFF at start up indicating the remote control function is enabled Refer to the re circulating cooler Operating Manual for details Note The evaporator controls the re circulating cooler ensuring appropriate coolant supply temperatures at all times The optimum coolant supply temperature for an application is defined within the relevant method The evaporator also switches off the re circulating cooler when the system is idle Where remote control of the re circulating cooler is impossible e g an alternate re circulating cooler is being used the coolant supply temperature must be set manually Consider the following points when setting the coolant supply temperature e Do not use coolant temperatures lower than 5 C when evaporating water e Use 15 C or the lowest possible coolant temperature available when evaporating all solvents other than water Refer to the re circulating cooler Operating Manual for details of how to check and top up the coolant level Use a 50 50 mixture of water glycol Note If glycol is unavailable 100 water may be used as a temporary meas
37. insert one end through the retaining loop in the flask adapter fig 6 Use a scredriver or similar tool to push the cushion over the retaining clip fig 7 Repeat the previous step for the other end of the flask cushion Ensure the cushion is correctly seated in the flask adapter as shown fig 8 Refit the flask adapter into the rotor ensuring that the flask adapter locking tab is located into the cenrtral lower slot of the rotor basket Fig 9 Refit the clamping ring Failure to ensure correct orientation of the adapter is likely to result in flask breakage unrecoverable sample loss and damage to the evaporator 43 Cleaning the Sample Viewing Window The sample viewing window assembly consists of two main parts e Cladding Window and seal Prevents dust or solvent spillage from entering the evaporator outer cladding e Chamber window Provides vacuum sealing of the outer chamber The chamber window is heated on evaporator build variants that are fitted with the optional strobe sample viewing feature Take care when cleaning the heated chamber window The heating element is fragile and may be hot if the evaporator has been running recently Switch off the evaporator and isolate from the mains power supply Wait for the heating element to cool before continuing 1 Open the outer lid and wipe the underside of the chamber window Use a clean non abrasive paper towel or lint free cloth Fig 1 2 Press in t
38. ions Reconnect the mains power and switch on the evaporator Select System test from the Method Select menu and allow the maintenance self test to complete Fig 8 Replacing the Flask Seals Ss The flask seals are consumable parts and may suffer damage due to wear and tear in normal use If a flask seal is damaged it must be replaced Flask seals should normally be replaced as a complete set Follow this procedure to replace defective flask seals Removal 1 Remove all sample flasks from the rotor 2 Lift a seal clamp and remove its assosiated clamping ring Fig 1 3 Pull the flask seal away from the basket Fig 2 Refitting 4 Place the new flask seal in position and press the seal into the slot in the basket Fig 3 Start at one point and work around the seal untill the seal lip is flush with the basket all the way round fig 4 Note Soapy water may be used to lubricate the seal if it is difficult to insert 5 Replace the clamping ring and lower the seal clamp 7 Repeat this procedure for the remaining rotor positions Rotor positions are numbered for identification purposes Test the vacuum system insert blanking plugs or empty standard flasks into all rotor positions Select System test from the Method Select menu and allow the maintenance self test to complete Fig 4 Draining the Condenser Coolant The procedure for draining the condenser coolant may vary Follow procedure A B or C
39. lative humidity Altitude Storage Transporting Environment 10 C to 40 C 10 80 non condensing Sea level to 12 000m Ambient temperature Relative humidity Altitude Emissions Noise levels during normal operation 55dBA at one meter from the evaporator Electrical Earthing This system must be earthed This Evaporator is a Safety Class product according to IEC classification It must never be used with any interruption to the safety earth conductor It is an installation category II product and is intended to operate from a normal single phase supply This Evaporator has been designed to be used in a pollution degree environment no pollution or only dry non conductive pollution H Height shown is with lid fully open Extra allowance must be made for pipes and air venting Warranty Statement This product is guaranteed for a period of 12 months from the date of delivery In the unlikely event of a system failure arising from problems due to faulty materials or construction the unit will be repaired or user serviceable parts will be supplied free of charge This warranty is subject to the following provisions e Any repair of this product shall be carried out by Genevac personnel or approved representatives of Genevac using only Genevac approved replacement parts The evaporator must be sited installed and operated in accordance with instructions contained within this User Manual All vapours m
40. loading Incorrect loading may result in damage to samples and or the evaporator and could void the warranty Maintain a solvent free environment around the Evaporator Do not use free space around the evaporator for storing vessels containing solvents or acids Follow the Maintenance and Cleaning Procedures outlined within this manual Maintenance Maintenance procedures should only be carried out by a competent person Guide to Solvent Groups The evaporator is supplied with a number of preloaded standard methods If any or all of the standard methods are unavailable it is likely that they have been overwritten deleted See Transferring Method Files for advice on safe keeping of methods pressure This includes DMSO DMI and NMP Attempting to evaporate these solvents could cause damage to the evaporator vacuum system Do not attempt to evaporate high boiling point solvents 160 C or above at atmospheric Do not attempt to evaporate strong halogenated acids such as HCL and HBr or mineral acids at any concentration List of Acceptable Solvents The following table lists commonly used solvents which are compatible for use in the evaporator Solvents are grouped according to boiling point and the table shows the appropriate standard method to use Contact your local Genevac agent for advice on solvents which are not listed cation aana group Dichloromethane DCM Pentane Vey tower Low Vey tower Diethyl Et
41. nspect the collar pads periodically and replace them if necessary To replace the collar pad remove the flask collar from the flask and discard the defective collar pad Press a new collar pad flat and then fold it Insert the folded collar pad into the flask collar The collar pad unfolds into the correct position when released SampleGenie GC Vial System The GC vial adapter is used for concentrating samples into vials Its design minimises the heat transfer into the vial The evaporator detects a slowing of evaporation when the solvent level drops below the neck of the flask enabling a method to be set to end the run with a finite volume of solvent remaining GC Vial Adapter Instructions for Use 1 Insert a vial seal Fig 1 into the neck of a flask and push down until the seal locates against the glass shoulder Fig 2 Note The standard SampleGenie GC vial seals are manufactured from low leachable viton perfluoroelastomer seals are also available 2 Place a vial into a vial holder Fig 3 Fig 2 Fig 3 Fig 4 Fig 5 Place the assembled vial and vial holder into a flask cap Fig 4 Screw a flask onto the vial cap assembly Fig 5 Take care to ensure the vial aligns centrally with the vial seal Repeat the procedure for all other sample flasks and place the flask assemblies into the flask holder in preparation for filling with samples Note The SampleGenie GC
42. of the pipe cannot be submerged below the level of the waste solvent Fig 4 Screw the finger nut onto the connector spigot until finger tight 6 Using the same method connect another section of 8mm opaque PTFE pipe to the second connector of the waste solvent container This will become the waste solvent container breather pipe T Cut the waste solvent container breather pipe to a Fig 3 suitable length and connect it to the evaporator exhaust T piece 8 Connect the remaining 8mm opaque PTFE pipe to the remaining spigot of the evaporator exhaust T piece This will become the evaporator exhaust pipe xX vA 9 Cut the exhaust pipe to a suitable length and connect it to the laboratory fume extraction system Fig 4 Option 1 Connecting the Re circulating cooler 1 Remove the transit sealing bungs from the evaporator coolant connectors connectors are located below the right hand side cover panel 2 Slide the foam insulation a compression nut split ring and olive over one end of a coolant hose Fig1 3 Connect the coolant hose to the evaporator coolant in connector fig 2 Hold the coolant hose against the connector and screw the compression nut onto the connector until finger tight Tighten the compression nut If necessary no more than a quarter of a turn using a 19mm spanner Fig 1 W i as 4 Screw a hose adaptor onto the re circulating cooler out or feed connector fig 3 5 Slide a
43. ol to Low Boiling Point add instruction for sample 10 February 09 flask bung These instructions are correct at time of going to press and may be subject to change without notice No part of these instructions may be reproduced in any form or be processed duplicated or distributed by electronic or optical means without the written permission of Genevac Limited All rights reserved Genevac Limited 2008 These operating instructions should be read before you use the Genevac Rocket Evaporator Your attention is drawn in particular to the section on page 2 entitled Safety The evaporator should not be discarded in your regular disposal stream Contact your Distributor or Genevac for proper disposal instructions Within the EU it is Genevac s responsibility under the WEEE directive to provide for the recycling of their products Web site http Awww genevac com Genevac Limited The Sovereign Centre Farthing Road loswich IP1 5AP United Kingdom service Hotline 44 0 1473 243000 Sales Hotline 44 0 0147 240000 Fax 44 0 1473 461176 Email salesinfo genevac co uk Genevac Inc SP Industries 815 State Route 208 Gardiner NY 12525 United States of America Sales and Service Hotline 1 845 267 2211 Fax 1 845 267 2212 Email atlas genevacusa com
44. ollow the on screen instructions Use deionised water only resistivity 50 000 to 1 megohm at pH gt 6 5 and particulate free Volume required to fill from empty 250ml A Ensure mains power is connected The power switches are located Switching On and switched on here Evaporator Using the Controls Menu Control Navigate around the menu screens Turn to scroll press to select Run Controls Start stop and pause Vacuum Chamber Water Reservoir Correct water level e Above low water level marker e Below high water level marker The outer lid and inner lid may reach temperatures of up to 60 C when the evaporator is operating Getting Started The following guide is a reminder for initiated users Refer to the relevant section of this manual for detailed description of features and operating procedures 1 Switch on the evaporator The menu screen runs through a software boot up sequence before the Method Select menu opens Sys Use Checks appear on the menu screen if the function is enabled in the Options menu Complete the checks and then press the menu control to escape the check list and enter the Method Select menu 2 Turn on the coolant supply The procedure varies according to the installation option Option 1 Switch on the re circulating cooler Option 2 Turn on the running cold water supply 3 Inspect the condenser If any solvent is present drain the
45. on System is designed for ease of use and very fast concentration or drying times User interface is via an LCD menu screen coupled to a twist and push menu control system Simple menu options provide quick access to everyday functions and advanced features are intuitive to use The menu screen displays at a glance system status information Samples can be monitored using the sample viewing window in conjunction with a variable timing strobe system this is an optional feature Simple start stop and pause keys are used to control a run The evaporator automatically records log files which can be used for method certification purposes A USB port allows connection of a data storage device not supplied so that log files can be downloaded for transfer to a remote computer Software upgrades or new methods can also be uploaded via a USB data key Solvent is recovered by a highly efficient vapour condenser which can be set up to drain the waste solvent automatically The plastic coated glass condenser is powered by cold water from an external source There are two possible methods of supplying cold water to the condenser These methods are referred to within this manual as follows option 1 The evaporator is connected to a re circulating cooler option 2 The evaporator receives coolant water from a running cold water supply The outer lid is electronically locked during operation to prevent unsafe opening It is opened manually to pr
46. onnect a suitable water hose to the evaporator coolant in spigot 3 Connect the other end of the water hose to the running cold water supply The use of a non return valve is recommended to avoid the possibility of contaminating the water supply Due to the variation of water supply outlets this valve is not supplied 4 Connect a suitable hose to the evaporator coolant out spigot Connect the other end to the water drain 5 Turn on the cold water supply Note Coolant water will not flow until the evaporator is switched on and a run is commenced 6 Connect the mains power cable to the Evaporator and switch on the power Powering up Commissioning instructions appear on the screen when the evaporator is switched on for the first time Press the Menu Control to confirm that each step of the commissioning instruction has been completed The Commissioning screen offers the option to disable this feature upon completion or allow it to reappear at subsequent power ups Filling the Vacuum Chamber Water Reservoir Fill the vacuum chamber water reservoir using 250ml of distilled water Use deionised water only resistivity 50 000 to 1 megohm at pH gt 6 5 and particulate free The evaporator is now ready for use All instructions contained within the Rocket Evaporation System User Manual and where applicable Re circulating Cooler Operating Manual should be read fully before using the system Technical Specifications
47. ovide access to the main vacuum chamber and inner lid A thumb screw releases the inner lid allowing access to the rotor The rotor is compatible with Genevac Standard drying flasks or the Genevac SampleGenie flask into vial concentration system Outer lid Seal Seal Clamp Sample Flask Rotor Inner Lid seal S le Hold O ring ample Holder Basket and Adaptor Blanking Plug Inner lid Mounting Hub The outer lid isolates the evaporator vacuum system from the outside world When the inner lid and sample flasks are fitted they form a seal between the inner rotor chamber and outer chamber allowing independent vacuum control of each The flask seals form a vacuum seal when the rotor spins but also allow easy loading and unloading of the sample flasks into the stationary rotor This is achieved by a unique seal clamping system which applies force compressing the flask seals under centrifugal acceleration It is essential that the flasks and flask seals are kept clean and in good condition Unused rotor positions must be fitted with blanking plugs or sealed with empty flasks Vacuum System Schematic Condenser Outer Chamber Inner Chamber Coolant Water h Condenser Vacuum Controller Drain e Outer chamber vacuum circuit is shown in green e Inner chamber vacuum circuit is shown in red Quick Reference Guide Optional re circulating cooler Strobe control Press the control and f
48. poration of such solvents particularly with respect to the European ATEX directive is available on our website or from your local sales representative Limitations of use Your evaporator is not suitable for use under the following circumstances With strong mineral or halogenated acids such as HCI and HBr at any concentrations Evaporating Diethyl Ether and similar low auto ignition solvents unless fitted with an Inert Gas Purge System For evaporating Solvents with a boiling point greater than 160 C at atmospheric pressure For use as a pressure vessel Lid Operation The electrically operated lid lock is controlled by a system of safety sensors The lid cannot be opened while the rotor is spinning the evaporator is under vacuum or when the power is switched off Electrical Earthing This system must be earthed This Evaporator is a Safety Class product according to IEC classification It must never be used with any interruption to the safety earth conductor It is an installation category II product and is intended to operate from a normal single phase supply Recommended Practice A few general rules for safe operation of the system e Only users familiar with all the issues outlined in this manual should be permitted to operate the equipment Do not start or restart a system without checking that the rotor is balanced and correctly loaded Do not placing any objects on top of the evaporator Take care when
49. r coolant hose 6 Use 19mm spanner to disconnect the coolant hoses from evaporator if required 7 Retain the coolant collected in the container and tip back into the re circulating cooler reservoir see the cooler Operating Manual for details No water cooler running cold water supplied from a tap 1 Switch off the evaporator 2 Turn off the water supply 3 Disconnect the water hose from the supply tap 4 Hold the disconnected hose end at a height above the evaporator during the next step 5 Use the menu navigation control Enter the Maintenance menu and select water valve The water valve will open allowing coolant water to drain from the condenser Note Evaporator build variants specified for use with running cold water supply have a water valve fitted in the cooling circuit The water valve elliminates water wastage when the evaporator is not running Should an evaporator with a water valve be installed with a re circulating cooler due to change of use or upgrade switch on evaporator and insert procedure C step 4 after procedure A step 5 or procedure B step 4 Removing Replacing the Condenser Routine removal of the condenser should not be necessary Follow these instructions to remove the condenser only if the glass is damaged Use extreme caution Wear appropriate personal protective equipment including anti puncture and solvent proof safety gloves Drain all waste solvent from the conden
50. requirements The following stages of the installation procedure require pipes to be cut to length After this it may not be possible to alter the location of some parts of the system Note The waste solvent container must be placed below the evaporator so that waste solvent will drain freely There must be no kinks or excessive horizontal lengths of pipe between the evaporator and the waste solvent container Positioning the Waste Solvent Container Place the waste container in its intended location normally on the floor in front of the evaporator The waste container requires to be routinely accessed for emptying Connecting the Solvent Drain and Exhaust Pipes 1 Slide a finger nut and olive over one end of an 8mm opaque PTFE pipe Fig 1 This will be the waste solvent drain pipe 2 Connect the waste solvent drain pipe to the waste solvent drain connector Fig 2 Hold the pipe against the solvent drain connector and screw the compression nut onto the spigot until finger tight Fig 1 3 Cut the waste solvent drain pipe to a suitable length so it may be connected to the waste solvent container 4 Slide a finger nut and compression ring over the free end of the waste solvent drain pipe 5 Connect the waste solvent drain pipe to the waste solvent container Fig 3 Hold the waste solvent drain pipe against the waste solvent container connector Fig 2 Position the waste solvent drain pipe so that the end
51. s View all parameter settings relevant to the selected method View the current status of all system parameters Using the Strobe Sample Viewing Window The strobe may be used for viewing samples whilst the evaporator is operating The strobe does not function during spin up spin down or when the rotor is stationary The strobe is a build option and may not be available on all evaporators Strobe Control The strobe frequency range is 5 to 30Hz Take care when using the strobe as persons in the vicinity may suffer adverse effects from flashing strobe light Press the strobe control A warning message appears on the menu screen Press the control a second time to activate the strobe The display reverts back to the Method Running screen if no user intervention occurs within 5 seconds An icon appears on the screen whilst the strobe is active see Method Running Display for details View samples through the sample viewing window Turn the strobe control to adjust the strobe timing Each sample flask can be brought into view in turn Note Rotor positions are numbered to enable identification of individual samples 5 Press the strobe control to switch the strobe off The strobe powers off automatically after 2 minutes with no user intervention Maintenance and Cleaning The following checks should be carried out in order to prolong the serviceable life of components and maintain optimum performance l
52. ser See Draining the Condenser for details Drain the coolant from the condenser Refer to Draining Condenser coolant for details Switch off the evaporator and isolate from the mains power supply Fig 2 3 4 Unscrew the GL18 connector to disconnect the PTFE pipe from the bottom condenser fitting Fig 1 5 Unscrew the GL18 connector to disconnect the PTFE pipe from the top condenser fitting Fig 2 6 Release 3x quarter turn fasteners and open the evaporator side access pannel Fig 3 Fig 3 Disconnect the fan power cable and remove the side panel Disconnect 1x GL32 and 2x GL18 connectors Fig 4 to release the tubing from back of the condenser Fig 5 Lift and wiggle the glass condenser assembly upwards until clear of the evaporator Place the glass condenser assembly on a suitable work surface Fig 6 Inspect the glass condenser assemblity to ensure it is free from cracks nicks and other damage A replacement condenser glass is available as a spare part The glass condenser assembly may be cleaned using water methanol or other suitable cleaning solvents Re install the condenser assembly by following the above procedure in reverse Begin by lifting the top GL18 connector Fig 2 into position the connector will probably have slid down the PTFE tube as the condenser assembly was lifted clear of the evaporator Hold the GL18 connector in position whilst lowering the condenser assembly
53. tain the necessary Safety Declaration paperwork and details of Returns Authorisation procedures from your local Genevac representative or Genevac Service Department Contact details are shown on the back cover of this User Manual Consumable Parts The following consumable parts are not covered by the warranty These parts are available and are user serviceable Part Number Description of Part 70 1193 SampleGenie vial system complete with white viton seal m 70 1194 SampleGenie vial system complete with perfluoroelestomer seal 04 5838 Standard flask 04 6310 SampleGenie vial system flask glass 250ml 04 6311 SampleGenie vial system vial seal white viton 04 6312 SampleGenie vial system vial seal perfluoroelastomer 04 6340 SampleGenie vial system flask collar and pad assembly SampleGenie vial system collar pad 04 5650 SampleGenie GC vial system flask glass 250ml 04 6291 SampleGenie GC vial system seal perfluoroelastomer 04 5892 SampleGenie GC vial system vial adapter Outer lid seal 04 6342 SampleGenie vial system flask collar 04 6234 SampleGenie GC vial system seal white viton 04 5899 SampleGenie GC vial system O ring for vial adapter Model Serial Number The model and serial number plate can be found below the condenser glass Build variant information is encoded into the model number and may be interpreted as follows Model number RKCM 12060 SNW Rocket a Water
54. ure In this case set the coolant supply temperature to 5 C to prevent coolant freezing Evaporation performance will be compromised Option 2 Ensure that the running cold water supply conforms to requirements for temperature pressure and flow rate See Technical Specifications Cold Water Supply Preparing the Evaporator The following procedure assumes the evaporator is set up in accordance with instructions in Installing the System 1 Ensure that Option 1 The re circulating cooler is switched on and filled to the correct level with coolant Refer to the re circulating cooler Operating Manual for details Option 2 The cold water supply is turned on 2 Check the condition of the waste solvent drain hose The drain hose must provide unimpeded drainage of waste solvent into the waste solvent container The end of the waste solvent pipe must not be allowed to submerge below the level of the waste solvent 3 Check the condenser Drain any waste solvent from the condenser Waste solvent drain hose 4 Empty the waste solvent container Ensure the end of the waste Note Waste solvent may drain periodically whilst the solvent hose remains above evaporator Is operating the level of the waste solvent 5 Ensure the chamber water reservoir is filled to the level shown inside the chamber x F Correct water level e Above the circular low level marker e Below the triangular high level marker Use 250ml if
55. ust be ducted away from the system as described in the installation instructions and User Manual The evaporator is used only for the purpose for which it was sold and in accordance with the Genevac approved solvent list contained within this User Manual Preventative maintenance to be adhered to as detailed in Maintenance and Cleaning within this User Manual Consumable items including Flask Seals are not covered by warranty and should be replaced as and when necessary by the operator Only Genevac approved parts to be used The vacuum pump may be exchanged for a refurbished unit in event of failure The owner is responsible for the return of the failed unit Warranty does not cover accidental damage misuse or damage caused by inappropriate repair by untrained personnel Failure to adhere to the above may result in a charge being made for the cost of repairs The instrument is supplied in reusable packaging This packaging should ideally be retained for reuse in the unlikely event that the equipment needs to be returned for repair If the packaging is not retained replacement packaging may be obtained from Genevac Ltd however a charge may be made for the replacement packaging and any shipping costs incurred Returning Equipment to Genevac Genevac does not accept the delivery of any equipment which is not accompanied by appropriately completed Safety Declaration paperwork This applies to all equipment and or parts Ob
56. wnload system information to a data key View Last Method Graph Select View Last Method Graph from the Method Select menu The screen displays the graph AT against time for the last completed method About Menu Select About from the Method Select menu Method Select Drain Condenser The following table shows the information that appears q File Transfer Options Maint yie f Product Rocket Model Chemi About Product Roc Model Serial Number Serial number of individual instrument Serial Number PCBO76 Software PCBO77 Software Software Version Version numbers of currently loaded PCBO 6 software for respective PCB a TO Re PCBO77 Copyright For information Contact details For information Upgrading the Software Contact your local Genevac representative for information on software upgrades Upgrades can be sent by email for download onto a USB datakey Follow these instructions to upload software 1 Create root folder entitled Rocket on a USB data key 2 Download software upgrades to the USB data key Rocket root file 3 Switch off the evaporator 4 Insert the datakey into the USB socket located beneath the SB data key left hand side of the Evaporator control panel 5 Switch the evaporator on The system searches for and validates available software upgrades Press start to install the upgrade or stop to cancel Note The new software uploads automatically i
57. xhaust to an appropriate laboratory fume extractor Connection of the mains cable cables to an appropriate mains power supply outlet Pipes to be routed as follows Option 1 To and from the re circulating cooler Option 2 To a running cold water supply and drain This evaporator is a safety class product according to IEC classification It must never be used with any interruption to the safety earth conductor It is an installation category Il product and is intended to operate from a normal single phase supply This evaporator is designed to be used in a pollution degree environment no pollution or only dry non conductive pollution Please note it remains the responsibility of the user to consider safety when evaporating any combustible solvents The Genevac position regarding evaporation of such solvents particularly with respect to the European ATEX directive is available on our website or from your local sales representative Positioning the Evaporator Lift the evaporator into position using the four lifting points in the base Option 1 Positioning the Re circulating Cooler The re circulating cooler must be positioned within two meters of the evaporator It may be positioned either on the floor or on a suitably sturdy bench Refer to the re circulating cooler Operating Manual for installation instructions Ensure that all system components are suitably located for maintenance access and for operational
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