Labconco Clear Drying Chamber User Manual

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LABCONCO CORPORATION 8811 Prospect Ave, Kansas City, MO 64132

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Labconco Clear Drying Chamber 7442900
7867000

Introduction

Labconco Clear Drying chambers are designed for laboratory lyophilization procedures. They
provide a means to freeze dry large samples and observe them throughout the lyophilization
process. Their operation requires that they attach to a freeze dry system. The small chamber
(Labconco part number 7442900) attaches to any FreeZone 1, 2.5, 4.5, 6, 12, or 18 Liter Freeze
Dry system. The large chamber (Labconco part number 7867000) attaches to any FreeZone 6,
12, or 18 Liter Freeze Dry system.

Installation on FreeZone 1, 2.5, and 4.5 Liter Freeze Dry systems

Top & Gasket Assembl

Clear Chamber

Base & Gasket Assembl

1. Remove the collector chamber lid and gasket that was received with the Freeze Dryer and

replace it with the base and gasket assembly supplied with the chamber.

2. Place the clear chamber on top of the base and gasket assembly.

3. Place the top with gasket assembly on top of the chamber.

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Installation on FreeZone 6, 12, and 18 Liter Freeze Dry Systems

Top & Gasket Assembl

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Base & Gasket Assembl

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1. Place the rubber gasket over the 3inch port on top of the base unit.

2. Position the base and gasket assembly on top of the gasket. When installing the large

chamber, make sure the lip of the gasket is facing upward.

3. Place the clear chamber on top of the base and gasket assembly.

4. Place the top with gasket assembly on the top of the chamber.

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Freeze Drying Bulk Samples

1. Freeze samples.

2. Prepare the freeze dry system in accordance to its users manual.

3. Turn on the refrigeration system.

4. After the freeze dryer reaches -40° C, frozen samples may be loaded into the chamber.

Replace the lid. Make sure the valve on the top lid is closed.

5. Turn on the vacuum pump.

To remove samples

1. Open the valve on the lid.

2. Turn off the vacuum pump.

3. Remove the lid.

4. Remove the sample.

Routine Maintenance

Perform the following procedures after each use

1. Clean the chamber thoroughly, paying particular attention to product spills. Use a soft cloth

or paper towel with a mild, non-abrasive soap or detergent. Do not use organic solvents or
window cleaners on acrylic parts. These cleaners will craze acrylic.

2. Check all rubber seals and gaskets for deterioration. The effective life of rubber parts is

dependent upon their usage and the surrounding environment. Replace as necessary.

Decontamination

When freeze drying biological substances, it is often necessary to decontaminate the system. A
surface decontaminant should be used to clean the accessible surfaces. The use of ethylene oxide is
not recommended because of its hazardous and corrosive nature. Be sure the decontaminant used
are compatible with acrylic and will not craze the surface.

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Replacement Parts

Chamber

7442900 7867000

Item Number Part number Part Number Description

1 7607300 7607300 Gasket
2 7443900 7690800 Gasket
3 7690000 7392207 Bottom
4 7443800 7931100 Chamber
5 7443000 7957800 Lid
6 1662000 1662000 Stopper

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Warranty-

We are committed to providing our customers with quality equipment and service after the sale.
Part of this objective involves keeping you informed of changes and new product additions.
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® Delta® Series Biological Safety Cabinets and PuriCare® Lab Animal Enclosures,

which carry a three-year warranty from date of installation or four years from date of
shipment from Labconco, whichever is sooner.

• 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 also not covered.

WARNING: Various federal, state or local regulations may govern the disposal and/or emission of
substances used in connection with this equipment. All users of this equipment are urged to become
familiar with any regulations that apply in the user’s area concerning the dump ing of waste
materials in or upon water, land or air and to comply with such regulations.

Shipping Claims-

If a shipment is received in visibly damaged condition, be certain to make a notation on the
delivering carrier’s receipt and have his agent confirm the damage on your receipt. Otherwise, the
damage claim may be refused.

If concealed damage or pilferage is discovered, notify the carrier immediately and retain the entire
shipment intact for inspection. Interstate Commerce Commission rules require that the claim be
filed with the carrier within 15 days after delivery.

NOTE: Do not return goods. Goods returned without prior authorization will not be accepted.
Labconco Corporation and its dealers are not responsible for shipping damage. The recipient must
file claims directly with the freight carrier. If authorization has been received to return this product,
by accepting this approval, the user assumes all responsibility and liability for biological and
chemical decontamination and cleansing. Labconco reserves the right to refuse delivery of any
products that do not appear to have been properly cleaned and/or decontaminated prior to return.

Contacting Labconco-

If you have any questions that are not addressed in these instructions, or if you need
technical assistance, please contact Labconco’s Customer Service Department at l (800)
821-5525, or Product Service Department at (800)-522-7658 or [phone], between the
hours of 7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Central Standard Time. Visit the Internet at

http://www.labconco.com or email:[e-mail]

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