Thermo Savant UVS400, UVS400A Instruction Manual

UVS400/UVS400A

Universal Vacuum System

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

A Thermo Electron business

Table of Contents

Section Section Title — Description Page

1.0 Description 3

Section Section Title — Installation Page

2.0 Installation 4
Unpacking 4
Inspection 4
Set-up 4

2.1 Preparing the Vacuum System for use 5

2.2 Connection to Evaporation/Drying Equipment 6

Section Section Title — Operation Page

3.0 Operation 6

3.1 Emptying the Glass Condensation Flask 7-8

3.2 Optional Traps 8

Section Section Title — Specifications Page

4.0 Specifications 9

Section Section Title — Accessories Page

5.0 Accessories 9

Section Section Title — Warranty Page

6.0 Warranty and Liability 10

D i s c l a i m e r :

All statements, information and data given herein are believed to be accurate and reliable but are presented without guarantee, or responsibility of any kind,
expressed or implied. Statements or suggestions concerning possible use of our products are made without representation that any such use is free of patent
infringement and are not recommendations to infringe any patent. The user should not assume that all safety measures are indicated, or that other measures may
not be required.

VaporNet®, SpeedVac®, and CryoCool®are registered trademarks of Thermo Savant.
TEFLON®is a registered trademark of E.I. Dupont de Nemour & Co.

1.0 DESCRIPTION

Thermo Savant’s Universal Vacuum System (UVS400/UVS400A) is a multipurpose vac-

uum source and solvent recovery system, combined in a single, integrated unit (Figure 1).

The system includes a refrigerated vapor trap, and oil-free vacuum pump; the UVS400A

version (220 V/60 Hz or 230 V/50 Hz) also includes a VaporNet®controller. Together,

these elements form a low-maintenance vacuum system that offers improved reliability

over those based on oil-filled vacuum pumps, which require frequent maintenance and

can easily be damaged by contaminating liquids.

The Universal Vacuum System is ideal for applications that evaporate solvents from sam-

ples or substances. It is used with Thermo Savant’s SpeedVac®vacuum concentrator, Gel
Dryer, or other vacuum-dependent equipment such as vacuum ovens or rotary evapora­tors. The vapor trapping efficiency and thermal capacity of the UVS400/UVS400A pro­vides evaporation rates equivalent to or better than component systems relying on main­tenance-intensive rotary vane oil vacuum pumps. At the same time, the
UVS400/UVS400A is the most energy efficient and environmentally safe vacuum system
available, providing complete recovery of evaporated solvents.

Three major elements are incorporated within the UVS400/UVS400A. The refrigerated
vapor trap features a Glass Condensation Flask that collects condensing solvent vapors

generated by the attached equipment. Recovered condensate can then be safely handled
for proper disposal or recycling. The oil-free vacuum pump eliminates frequent mainte-

nance required by oil-filled pumps, and is corrosion-resistant for long life.
Features:

• -50 ˚C operating temperature, 4-liter vapor trap, CFC-free refrigerant

• Wide-mouth Glass Condensation Flask (GCF400)

• 34.6 cm (13.6 in) of bench width used

• VaporNet controller (UVS400A, version only)

• TEFLON®coated oil-free vacuum pump, 36 l/min displacement
(@ 60 Hz), 10 torr ultimate vacuum

• Automatic vacuum start sequence

• Optional traps for ammonia vapors, acids, and volatile
radioactivity/organics

Refrigerated

Vapor Trap

Stainless Steel

Refrigerated Chamber

Inlet port

Oil-Free

Vacuum Pump

Solvent Exhaust Port

Flask Cover

Insulating Foam Ring

Glass Condensation Flask

Vacuum On/Off switch

Figure 1. Universal Vacuum System UVS400

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2.0 INSTALLATION
Unpacking. Carefully remove the instrument from its shipping carton. Lift and carry

with two people, holding securely underneath with both hands. Use proper lifting tech­nique (lift with the legs, not the back) to avoid personal injury. Compare the packing list
to the box contents. If there is a discrepancy, call Thermo Savant at 1-800-634-8886 or
631-244-2929, (fax) 631-244-0606 or contact your distributor.

Inspection. Inspect the unit for any damage that may have occurred during shipment.
Should there be damage, report it to the carrier and contact Thermo Savant or your dis­tributor immediately. Make sure the carrier inspects the damage and leaves an inspec­tion report. Register any claims for shipping damage against the carrier or his agent.
Save the shipping carton and all packing materials in the event a return is necessary.

Set-up. To assure safe operation and best results, read this manual in its entirety

before operating the UVS400/UVS400A Universal Vacuum System.

• Place the Universal Vacuum System on a stable, level laboratory counter or

heavy duty cart near a power outlet of the required voltage. The bench depth
should be at least 66 cm (26 inches). The outlet must have a rating of at least
10 A for 230 V operation. The system draws high current when first switched
on; therefore, other high-power equipment, or equipment that will be affected by
a momentary drop in power, should not be placed on the same circuit. The
UVS400 is air-cooled, requiring at least 10 cm (4 inches) clearance for ambient
air circulation. The ambient temperature must not exceed 32 ˚C (90 ˚F) for

optimum function.

Warning: Before connecting the UVS400/UVS400A to an outlet, check

voltage, frequency, and amperage to be sure they match
the power requirements indicated on the label on the right
side of the instrument (115 V/60 Hz, 6 A; 230 V/50 Hz, 3 A).
If there are questions, please consult an electrician.

• As a safety feature, units are equipped with a three-prong grounded plug that fits

a grounding-type power outlet. Consult an electrician to replace outlet if neces­sary. Do not defeat this safety feature by modifying the plug.

• This unit is “FOR INDOOR USE ONLY”. Avoid operating in areas of excessive

humidity or extremes of temperature.

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