ANKOM HCl User Manual

Operator’s Manual

Rev L 11/12/14

2052 O’Neil Rd, Macedon NY 14502
Telephone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
www.ankom.com

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Table of Contents

Introduction .................................................................................................................................................................. 5

Warranty ....................................................................................................................................................................... 5

Filter Bags ..................................................................................................................................................................... 5

Operating Environment ................................................................................................................................................ 5

Contact Information ..................................................................................................................................................... 6

Instrument Description ................................................................................................................................................. 7

Safety Precautions ........................................................................................................................................................ 8

Instrument Installation and Setup ................................................................................................................................ 9

Hydrolysis Procedure .................................................................................................................................................. 13

Periodic Maintenance ................................................................................................................................................. 21

Troubleshooting .......................................................................................................................................................... 23

Appendix A – Electrical Diagram (pg. 1 of 3) .............................................................................................................. 25

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The ANKOM

HCl

and XT Extractors are coated with acid resistant polymer to
maintain the appearance of the system. Allowing these systems to be
subjected to acid contact for long periods of time will affect their appearance
and should be avoided. Regular attention to periodic maintenance and proper
set-up will assure long life.

Please review the entire contents of this manual before you begin operating
this product.

Introduction

ANKOM Technology designs, manufactures, and markets instruments and support products used by analytical
laboratories around the world in the food, feed, bio-energy, agricultural, and environmental industries. ANKOM
Technology can provide you with products for determining or monitoring dietary fiber, detergent fiber, crude fiber,
fat, digestibility, microbial fermentation (anaerobic or aerobic) and more.

Committed to Total Customer Satisfaction, ANKOM designs every product based on a thorough assessment of
customer needs.

Congratulations on your purchase of the ANKOM
effectively serve your needs.

By carefully following the operating instructions in this manual, you will minimize errors in results. Experience
indicates that errors in results are usually associated with minor variations in carrying out the procedure. This
manual will provide you with details that will help assure accuracy of your results.

HCl

Hydrolysis System. We are confident that this product will

Warranty

ANKOM Technology warrants the ANKOM
or material for one year after the original date of purchase. This warranty does not include damage to the instrument
resulting from neglect or misuse. During the warranty period, should any failure result from defects in
workmanship or materials, ANKOM Technology will, at its discretion, repair or replace the instrument free of
charge.

Extended warranties are available upon request.

HCl

Hydrolysis System against any defects due to faulty workmanship

Filter Bags

For optimal function, only ANKOM Technology filter bags (part # XT4) should be used in your ANKOM
Hydrolysis System. Filter bags can be purchased from ANKOM Technology or from your local authorized
ANKOM distributor.

Operating Environment

Your ANKOM

 Ambient Temperature Range: 15°−35°C
 Power (domestic): 100V−120V ~ 50/60Hz 10A
 Power (international): 220V−240V ~ 50/60Hz 5A

HCl

Hydrolysis System is designed to operate within the following environments:

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Contact Information

ANKOM Technology is committed to your total satisfaction and therefore always available to help you get the most
from your ANKOM products. We are also very interested in any comments or suggestions you may have to help us
improve.

For any questions or suggestions regarding your instrument, please contact us at:

 Telephone: [phone]
 Fax: [phone]
 www.ankom.com

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Fat extraction can be done using the ANKOM

XT15

and ANKOM

XT10

Extractors.

Top Cover (electrical compartment)

Display

Vessel Lid

Hydrolysis
Vessel

Vent Hose

Water Supply
Connection

Water Drain
Hose

Keypad

Lid Latch

Instrument Description

General Description

The ANKOM
the same time in an automated fashion using acid hydrolysis so that the fat from the samples can then be extracted
using fat solvents.

Below is a detailed exterior view of the ANKOM

HCl

Hydrolysis System is designed to release complexed lipids from multiple food or feed samples at

HCl

Hydrolysis System.

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Hot Surfaces – Do not touch the Vessel Lid during operation. The surface can
exceed 70°C (158°F). Failure to observe this caution may result in injury.

Hazardous Voltages – Do not operate the instrument with the Top Cover
(electrical compartment) open. Hazardous voltages are present during
operation. Failure to observe this caution may result in electrical shock or

electrocution.

Hazardous Materials – Acid solution is corrosive. Do not allow acid solution

to contact the skin. Use caution when discarding waste. Dispose of waste in
accordance with safe practices and regulatory provisions.

WARNING: Attempts to override safety features or to use the instruments in a

manner not specified by the manufacturer voids the warranty and may result
in serious injury or even death.

This system is designed to meet and/or exceed the applicable standards of
CE and CSA.

Please review the entire contents of this manual before you begin operating
this instrument.

Safety Precautions

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If you use a dryer, remember to regularly check the air flow through the
filter. For details, refer to the operator’s manual for your dryer.

1.

Remove the instrument from the shipping container and set it on a smooth level surface near a drain and a
cold water supply.

WARNING: Due to the corrosive nature of hydrochloric acid, it is
recommended that the instrument be operated in an acid ventilation hood
separate from other instruments that are subject to corrosion.

2.

Connect the instrument to a water supply using the
“Water Supply Connection.”

3.

Install the “Water Drain Hose” and position it to run
downhill from the instrument to a drain, allowing
for proper drainage and preventing condensation
from accumulating inside.

Water Drain
Hose

Water Supply
Connection

Vent Hose

Instrument Installation and Setup

Site Requirements

To install and operate the ANKOM

 Adjustable wrench
 Tap water connection
 Adequate power (see “Operating Environment” section)

Drying capability

It is extremely important that you completely dry your food or feed samples in an ANKOMRD Dryer or an oven
resistant to HCl fumes. If samples are not dried enough, residual water and acid left in the samples will lead to
inaccurate fat values. Overheating samples can lead to complexing of the fats resulting in lower values.

The ANKOMRD Dryer is specifically designed for hydrolysis samples and should be set at 110°C. This will result in
the appropriate temperature of 102°C inside the bag. If you are drying samples using a laboratory oven, it is
recommended that you use a mechanical convection oven set to 102°C±2°.

Instrument Installation

The ANKOM
instrument’s power cord must be plugged into a grounded receptacle. Ensure there are no kinks or bends in any of
the tubing that is connected to the instrument.

To install the ANKOM

HCl

Hydrolysis System should be installed in a clean area free of dust and excessive moisture. The

HCl

Hydrolysis System, follow the procedure detailed below.

HCl

Hydrolysis System you will need the following: