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CentriVap®Mobile Systems
Models
7812010 7812011 7812012
7812013 7812014 7812015
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Copyright © 2005, 2007, 2013 Labconco Corporation. All rights reserved.
The information contained in this manual and the accompanying products are copyrighted and all rights
reserved by Labconco Corporation. Labconco Corporation reserves the right to make periodic design
changes without obligation to notify any person or entity of such change.
Warranty
Labconco provides a warranty on all parts and factory workmanship. The warranty includes areas of
defective material and workmanship, provided such defect results from normal and proper use of the
equipment.
The warranty for all Labconco products will expire one year from date of installation or two years
from date of shipment from Labconco, whichever is sooner, except the following;
• Purifier® Logic® Biological Safety Cabinets and PuriCare® Lab Animal Research Stations
carry a three-year warranty from date of installation or four years from date of shipment from
Labconco, whichever is sooner.
• SteamScrubber® & FlaskScrubber® Glassware Washers carry a two-year warranty from date
of installation or three years from date of shipment from Labconco, whichever is sooner.
• Blood Drawing Chairs carry a ten year warranty.
• Carts carry a lifetime warranty.
• Glassware is not warranted from breakage when dropped or mishandled.
This limited warranty covers parts and labor, but not transportation and insurance charges. In the
event of a warranty claim, contact Labconco Corporation or the dealer who sold you the product. If
the cause is determined to be a manufacturing fault, the dealer or Labconco Corporation will repair or
replace all defective parts to restore the unit to operation. Under no circumstances shall Labconco
Corporation be liable for indirect, consequential, or special damages of any kind. This statement may
be altered by a specific published amendment. No individual has authorization to alter the provisions
of this warranty policy or its amendments. Lamps and filters are not covered by this warranty.
Damage due to corrosion or accidental breakage is not covered.
Returned or Damaged Goods
Do not return goods without the prior authorization from Labconco. Unauthorized returns will not be
accepted. If your shipment was damaged in transit, you must file a claim directly with the freight carrier.
Labconco Corporation and its dealers are not responsible for shipping damages.
The United States Interstate Commerce Commission rules require that claims be filed with the delivery
carrier within fifteen (15) days of delivery.
Limitation of Liability
The disposal and/or emission of substances used in connection with this equipment may be governed by
various federal, state, or local regulations. All users of this equipment are required to become familiar with
any regulations that apply in the user’s area concerning the dumping of waste materials in or upon water,
land, or air and to comply with such regulations. Labconco Corporation is held harmless with respect to
user’s compliance with such regulations.
Contacting Labconco Corporation
If you have questions that are not addressed in this manual, or if you need technical assistance, contact
Labconco’s Customer Service Department or Labconco’s Product Service Department at 1-800-821-5525
or 1-816-333-8811, between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m., Central Standard Time.
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CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION 1
Safety Symbols 2
CHAPTER 2: PREREQUISITES 3
Electrical Requirements 3
Location and Exhaust Requirements 4
Vacuum Pump Requirements 4
Vacuum Line Traps 5
Space Requirements 5
CHAPTER 3: GETTING STARTED 6
Unpacking Your CentriVap 7
CentriVap Components 7
Setting Up Your CentriVap 8
Emergency Access Into the Chamber 8
Vacuum Pump Installation 9
Exhaust Port 10
Installing a Secondary Chemical Trap 10
Electrical Connection 10
Rotor Installation 10
Ground Wire 11
Chemical Resistance Chart 11
Solvent Safety Precautions 13
CHAPTER 4: USING YOUR CENTRIVAP 14
Planning 15
Glassware Selection 15
Loading Glassware Into the CentriVap 15
Temperature Setting Guidelines 15
Time Setting Guidelines 15
Heat Boost Operation 16
CentriVap Controls 16
Operating the CentriVap Controls 17
Operating The CentriVap 18
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Operational Notes 19
Interrupting a Cycle After it Has Begun 19
Safety Precautions 20
CHAPTER 5: MAINTAINING YOUR CENTRIVAP 21
CHAPTER 6: ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR CENTRIVAP 23
Installing a Vacuum Gauge 26
Installing a CentriZap Strobe Light 27
Installing a Glass Trap in the Cold Trap 28
CHAPTER 7: TROUBLESHOOTING 29
APPENDIX A: CENTRIVAP COMPONENTS 32
APPENDIX B: CENTRIVAP DIMENSIONS 36
APPENDIX C: CENTRIVAP SPECIFICATIONS 37
Electrical Specifications 37
Environmental Conditions 38
Wiring Diagram Concentrator (115V) 39
Wiring Diagram Concentrator (230V) 40
Evaporation Rates 41
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY 43
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Congratulations on your purchase of a Labconco CentriVap Mobile System.
Models are available for operation on 115V or 230V.
The Mobile System combines a concentrator and a cold trap in one cabinet. The
concentrator uses centrifugal force with heat and vacuum to rapidly evaporate and
condense solvents from biological and analytical samples. Centrifugation
eliminates bumping and foaming as vacuum is applied and also concentrates the
solute in the bottom of the vial. This allows recovery of solutes from sample
volumes as small as a few microliters. The concentrator is equipped with a 300
watt heater to speed evaporation by warming the chamber during processing. A
timed outlet for the vacuum pump connection delays the start of the pump until
the rotor reaches operating speed. A safety switch prevents the concentrator from
starting when the lid is in the open position and a latch prevents the lid from being
opened while the rotor is turning.
The microprocessor, which controls the operation of the heater and the motor,
provides excellent regulation and reproducibility of protocols. The end of the run
can be signaled by a manually preset timer. Nine different protocols can be stored
in memory so exact test parameters can be easily repeated.
As an integral part at the CentriVap Mobile System, the cold trap protects the
vacuum pump by trapping moisture, vapors and corrosive fumes as they evaporate
from the samples. The stainless steel trap is used for aqueous and organic
applications. For corrosive applications, the optional Glass Trap insert should be
used. The 230V models comply with CE regulations.
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Chapter 1: Introduction
Safety Symbols
Your CentriVap Concentrator was designed with safety in mind, however
conditions may exist that could be hazardous.
Throughout this manual potentially hazardous conditions are identified using the
following words and symbols.
It is important that you understand the warnings listed throughout this manual
before you operate the CentriVap Concentrator.
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Before you install your CentriVap, you need to prepare your site for installation.
Carefully examine the location where you intend to install your CentriVap. You
must be certain that the area is level and of solid construction. In addition, an
exhaust means must be provided. An electrical source must be located near the
installation site.
Carefully read this chapter to learn:
• The electrical supply requirements.
• The exhaust requirements.
• The vacuum pump requirements.
Refer to Appendix C: CentriVap Specifications for complete CentriVap electrical
and environmental conditions, specifications and requirements.
Electrical Requirements
The CentriVap Mobile System requires a dedicated grounded electrical outlet.
This outlet requires a 20 Amp circuit breaker or fuse for models rated at 115V
(60 Hz). A 10 Amp circuit breaker or fuse is required for models rated at 230V
(50/60 Hz). 115V models are equipped with a 20 Amp NEMA 5-20P plug. The
power cord on 230V models is equipped with a NEMA 6-15P plug. If this does
not match with the available receptacle, remove this plug and replace it with an
approved plug of the suitable style.
It is recommended that an emergency switch for disconnecting the mains in the
case of a malfunction be located remote from the CentriVap, preferably outside
the room in which the CentriVap is housed, or adjacent to the exit from that room.
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Chapter 2: Prerequisites
Location and Exhaust Requirements
The CentriVap Concentrator should be located on a surface that is stable, flat and
level.
WARNING: If hazardous or flammable solvents are used, it is recommended
that a benchtop CentriVap Concentrator is used and that it is located inside
a fume hood. Heating of materials could lead to the liberation of hazardous
gases. In all cases, regardless of the solvent used, it is strongly recommended
that the vacuum pump is vented in a fume hood. An accessory secondary
trap is available to minimize the exhausting of solvents into the atmosphere.
This does not, however, negate the need to exhaust the vacuum pump into a
fume hood. Failure to properly vent the CentriVap will expose personnel to
potentially harmful chemicals.
The CentriVap has not been evaluated by an approval agency for the use of
biological, radio toxins or flammable liquids or materials.
Vacuum Pump Requirements
A vacuum pump must be provided by the user. A vacuum pump with a free air
flow rate of 90 liters per minute and 1.3 x 10
for aqueous samples. More volatile samples can be satisfactorily processed using
a diaphragm pump with a free airflow of 42 liters per minute and 200 mbar
vacuum. The inlet fitting on the vacuum pump must be suitable for 0.50 ID hose.
Vacuum pumps used with 115V models should be equipped with a 115V, 15 Amp
NEMA 5-15P plug. Vacuum pumps used with 230V models should be equipped
with a “reverse” IEC 320 plug. This will allow the vacuum pump to be plugged
into the receptacle on the back of the CentriVap.
IMPORTANT: To ensure that aggressive samples used in the CentriVap do
not damage the vacuum pump, it is recommended that all internal wetted
parts are PTFE or PTFE coated. When selecting the vacuum pump it is very
important to consider the flammability of the solvent that will be used. If the
solvents are flammable, an explosion proof vacuum pump or one suitable for
the solvents to be processed is recommended.
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Vacuum Line Traps
When evaporating acids, it is advisable to include a soda lime acid secondary trap
in the vacuum line. This adds additional protection for the pump.
NOTE: Several components within the CentriVap are made from stainless
steel or aluminum and can be degraded if exposed to acids. Before
evaporating acids, be sure to contact Labconco.
A moisture trap, solvent trap and radioisotope trap are also available. Refer to
Appendix D: CentriVap Accessories for ordering information.
Space Requirements
Refer to Appendix C: CentriVap Specifications for dimensional drawings of the
CentriVap.
No person or any hazardous material should be within 12 inches of the CentriVap
Concentrator while it is operating.
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Now that the site for your CentriVap Mobile System is properly prepared, you are
ready to unpack, inspect, install, and test your CentriVap Mobile System. Read
this chapter to learn how to:
• Unpack and move your CentriVap Mobile System.
• Set up your CentriVap Mobile System.
• Connect the electrical supply source to your CentriVap Mobile System.
• Properly exhaust your CentriVap Mobile System.
• Safely use solvents with your CentriVap Mobile System.
CAUTION: The CentriVap Concentrator weighs over 155 lbs. (70 Kg). The
carton allows for lifting with a mechanical lift truck or hand truck. If you
must lift the CentriVap manually, use at least two (2) persons and follow safe
lifting guidelines.
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Chapter 3: Getting Started
Unpacking Your CentriVap
Carefully unpack your CentriVap and inspect it for damage that may have
occurred in transit. If your CentriVap is damaged, notify the delivery carrier
immediately and retain the entire shipment intact for inspection by the carrier.
The United States Interstate Commerce Commission rules require that claims be
filed with the delivery carrier within fifteen (15) days of delivery.
NOTE: Do not return goods without the prior authorization of Labconco.
Unauthorized returns will not be accepted. If your CentriVap was damaged
in transit, you must file a claim directly with the freight carrier. Labconco
Corporation and its dealers are not responsible for shipping damage.
Do not discard the carton or packing material for your CentriVap until you have
checked all of the components and installed and tested the CentriVap.
CentriVap Components
As previously mentioned, the CentriVap System is available in 115V or 230V.
Locate the model of CentriVap you received in the following table. Verify that
the components listed are present and undamaged.
Concentrator
Catalog # Product Description
7812010 CentriVap Mobile System – 115V/60Hz
7812011 CentriVap Mobile System – 230V/50Hz
7812012 CentriVap Mobile System – 230V/60Hz
7812013 CentriVap Mobile System w/Heat Boost– 115V/60Hz
7812014 CentriVap Mobile System w/Heat Boost – 230V/50Hz
7812015 CentriVap Mobile System w/Heat Boost – 230V/60Hz
Plus the Following:
Part # Component Description
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1336400
1338000
1488800 Clamp
7397601 Coupling Insert
7455100 Rotor (12-13 mm)
7815200 Cartridge, Solvent Trap
Power Cord – 115V
or
Power Cord – 230V
If you do not receive one or more of the components listed for your CentriVap, or
if any of the components are damaged, contact Labconco Corporation
immediately for further instructions.
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Setting Up Your CentriVap
After you verify receipt of the proper components, move your CentriVap to the
level and sturdy location where you want to install it. There is no need to secure
the CentriVap to the work surface. Then, follow the steps listed below.
Emergency Access Into the Chamber
The CentriVap is designed to prevent access to the chamber in the event of a
power disruption. If it is necessary to open the lid when there is no electrical
power connected to the CentriVap, insert a small screwdriver or similar
instrument into the small round hole on the left side of the case near the top
behind the control panel. This will unlock the lid latch mechanism. While
holding the screwdriver in place, raise the lid with the other hand.
CAUTION: Never attempt to defeat the latch or open the lid while the
CentriVap is running. Personnel injury can result from moving parts and
chemicals.
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Vacuum Pump Installation
The user-supplied vacuum pump can be installed inside the cabinet of the
CentriVap Mobile Console. To gain access to the pump area, grasp the front
lower panel near the top and pull it outward. The vacuum pump should be
positioned on the lower shelf of the cabinet. Attach the hose that is hanging from
the clear canister to the fitting of the vacuum pump. Clamp the hose securely with
the clamp supplied.
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Exhaust Port
Attach one end of a user-supplied hose to the exhaust port on the vacuum pump.
Clamp securely. Route the other end to a fume hood or other laboratory
ventilation device.
Installing a Secondary Chemical Trap Insert
A secondary chemical trap is included to minimize the exhausting of solvents into
the atmosphere. Unscrew the clear bowl of the canister housing from the head.
Remove both the upper and lower caps from the filter cartridge and insert the
small end of the cartridge into the hole in the center of the head. Reinstall the
clear bowl.
Be sure to use the proper cartridge for your application. A solvent cartridge is
included with the CentriVap Mobile Console. The moisture cartridge is used to
trap water vapor. The acid cartridge is used to trap acid vapors and the
radiochemical cartridge is used to trap radioactive waste.
When the media in the insert has changed color, discard the insert and replace it
with a new insert. For the radiochemical trap insert, no color indicator exists,
therefore it should be discarded after each use. Use a Geiger counter to monitor
the pump exhaust.
IMPORTANT: This radiochemical cartridge does not meet NRC filter
design recommendations.
After operating, properly dispose of all hazardous materials in compliance
with all applicable codes. Labconco is not responsible for improper disposal
of any materials.
Electrical Connection
Plug the power cord into the receptacle on the back of the CentriVap Concentrator
and plug the other end into a suitable power receptacle. Plug the power cord from
the vacuum pump into the receptacle on the back of the Concentrator. If the
vacuum pump has an off/on switch, turn the switch on. The concentrator will
control the vacuum pump.
Rotor Installation
Place the rotor onto the shaft of the Concentrator. Rotate the rotor slightly to
engage the drive pin in the shaft with the slots in the rotor hub. The top of the
shaft should be in line with the top of the rotor hub.
IMPORTANT: Do not use a rotor if it shows any signs of damage.
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Ground Wire
CAUTION: When draining the CentriVap Cold Trap always attach the
grounding clip to the solvent catch pot to eliminate the risk of electrostatic
spark ignition.
Chemical Resistance of CentriVap Components
Your CentriVap Mobile System is designed to be chemical resistant to most
compounds that are commonly used in the concentration processes that are
performed in it. However, by necessity, the CentriVap is comprised of a number
of different materials, some of which may be attacked and degraded by certain
chemicals. The degree of degradation is obviously dependent on the concentration
and duration of exposure. Some major components of the CentriVap that are
susceptible to degradation are as follows:
C-Moderate Degradation-Questionable use
D-Severe Degradation-Infrequent use recommended-immediate thorough
cleaning required.
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