Labconco 700821500 User Manual

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LABCONCO CORPORATION
8811 Prospect Avenue
Kansas City, MO 64132
(800) 821-5525 I +1 (816) 333-8811
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Extraction Freeze Dryer
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  • Page 1 Please read user’s manual before operating equipment Original Instructions LABCONCO CORPORATION 8811 Prospect Avenue Kansas City, MO 64132 (800) 821-5525 I +1 (816) 333-8811 labconco.com User’s Manual Extraction Freeze Dryer Register this product...
  • Page 2 Extraction Freeze Dryer 2020—Present 700821500 700821510 700821515 700821530 700821540 700821550 700821570...
  • Page 3 Warranty Labconco Corporation provides a warranty to the original buyer for the repair or replacement of parts and reasonable labor as a result of normal and proper use of the equipment with compatible chemicals. Broken glassware and maintenance items, such as filters, gaskets, light bulbs, finishes and lubrication are not warranted.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents 1: INTRODUCTION Intended Use Freeze Dry Process Freeze Dry Rates Freeze Dry Capacity Samples Containing Volatile Substances About This Manual Contents Included 2: BEFORE YOU INSTALL Electrical Requirements Location Requirements Vacuum Pump Requirements 3: GETTING STARTED Unpacking Your Freeze Dryer Freeze Dryer Components Setting Up Your Freeze Dryer Component Identification...
  • Page 5 Solvent Safety Precautions 4: LYO-WORKS™ OPERATING SYSTEM Control Panel Initial Power Up Touch Screen Operation Home Screen Main Menu Icons Moving Between Menu Screens Indicator Bar Function System Parameters Display Operation Buttons Programs Screen Data Logging Screen Settings Screen Language Time/Date Units Security...
  • Page 6 Pre-Freezing Samples Operating the Freeze Dryer Auto Start-Up Manual Start-Up Operating the Tray Dryer Manual Mode Starting Manual Mode Changing the Shelf Temp Set Point Value Stopping Manual Mode Program Mode Starting a Program Stopping a Program Setting the Operating Vacuum Level Shut Down Defrosting Alerts...
  • Page 7 Gaskets, Tubing & Connections Door Adjustment System Components and Collector Chamber Isolation Refrigeration Module Operation APPENDIX A: COMPONENTS APPENDIX B: DIMENSIONS APPENDIX C: SPECIFICATIONS Electrical Specifications Environmental Conditions...
  • Page 8: 1: Introduction

    1: Introduction Congratulations on the purchase of a Labconco Extraction Freeze Dry system. The Extraction Freeze Dryer is designed to aid in the production of bubble hash following a solventless extraction of plant material. The refrigerant used in the refrigeration system is HCRC-free so it will not endanger the environment.
  • Page 9: Freeze Dry Capacity

    usually absorbed on one side of the frozen sample and must travel through the frozen layer to vaporize water at the other surface. In addition, as the sample is freeze dried, the water vapor must travel through the layer of dried material. The thicker the sample, the greater the chance that the dried layer may collapse which would cause an additional decrease in the rate of freeze drying.
  • Page 10: About This Manual

    This manual is written for the installer and user of this product. For detailed service, certification, or technical information, please utilize the Technical Manual located on the website labconco.com. This manual contains important operation and safety information. When you see a symbol, such as the INFO symbol to the left, pay close attention to the information provided.
  • Page 11: 2: Before You Install

    Electrical Requirements The product models have the following electrical requirements. Catalog Number Electrical Circuit Requirements Freeze Dryer Tray Dryer 700821500 115V, 60 Hz, 20 A 1 Phase 115V, 60 Hz, 15 A 1 Phase 700821510 230V, 60 Hz, 10 A...
  • Page 12: Location Requirements

    NEMA 5-15P plug. Vacuum pumps used with 230V models should be equipped with a reverse IEC plug (included with 230V pumps purchased from Labconco). This will allow the vacuum pump to be plugged into the receptacle on the back panel of the freeze...
  • Page 13: 3: Getting Started

    The United States Interstate Commerce Commission rules require that claims be filed with the delivery carrier within fifteen (15) days of delivery. – Do not return goods without the prior authorization of Labconco. NOTE Unauthorized returns will not be accepted.
  • Page 14 – Air or components that will be very hot. BURN RISK (HIGH TEMPERATURE) Take care not to touch these defined areas. Failure to avoid these areas may result in moderate to severe injury. – Air or components that will be very EXTREME COLD (LOW TEMPERATURE) COLD.
  • Page 15: Freeze Dryer Components

    7205304 Drain Hose If you did not receive one or more of the components listed for your Extraction Freeze Dryer, or if any of the components are damaged, contact Labconco Corporation immediately for further instruction. Setting Up Your Freeze Dryer After you verify receipt of the proper components, move your freeze dryer to the location where you want to install it.
  • Page 16: Vacuum Pump Connection

    Vacuum Connection Ethernet Tray Dryer Comms Cable Serial Tag & Electrical Rating End Point Detection Vacuum Pump Outlet Power Inlet Circuit Breaker Reset Vacuum Pump Connection A vacuum pump, as described in Chapter 2: Getting Started, is required to operate your Extraction Freeze Dryer properly.
  • Page 17: Tray Dryer Installation

    1. Place the vacuum pump near the freeze dryer. Inlet 2. Remove protective caps from inlet and outlet ports. 3. Some vacuum pumps have inlet fittings that clamp to the pump. Place the centering ring with filter screen on the inlet fitting. 4.
  • Page 18 Tray Dryer 1. Remove the shelves to reduce the weight of the tray dryer. 2. Close and latch the door. Vacuum Release 3. With the help from an assistant, lift the tray dryer onto the freeze dryer. Power Make sure that the gasket on the Switch tray dryer is resting on the top lip of the chamber.
  • Page 19: Communication Cable

    Communication Cable The freeze dryer power cord should be unplugged before connecting the communication cable. Connect one end of the communication cable to the port on the back panel of the tray dryer labeled “OUTPUT TO FREEZE DRYER”. Connect the other end of the cable to the port on the freeze dryer labeled “DRYING ACCESSORY”.
  • Page 20: Tray Dryer Controls

    Tray Dryer Controls 1. Power Switch – Located on left side of cabinet, this turns the unit ON or OFF. 2. Vacuum Release Valve – Located on left side of cabinet, this vents the chamber so the chamber door can be opened. 3.
  • Page 21: Test System

    Test System  Turn ON the extraction freeze dryer base unit and let the collector reach -40⁰C or below.  Close and latch the tray dryer door.  Make sure the VAC RELEASE valve is set to CLOSE.  Start the vacuum pump. Vacuum in the system should reach at least 0.133 mbar within 30 minutes and 0.040 mbar within 18 hours.
  • Page 22: Solvent Safety Precautions

    With prudent maintenance the extraction freeze dryer will provide years of service. Warranty on the affected parts will be voided if maintenance has been obviously neglected. If you have questions about using specific compounds in the freeze dryer, contact Labconco Product Service at 1-800-821-5525, 816-333-8811 or e-mail: labconco@labconco.com.
  • Page 23: 4: Lyo-Works™ Operating System

    4: Lyo-Works™ Operating System After your freeze dryer has been installed, read this chapter to learn how to:  Operate the controls  Understand the display Do not use the freeze dryer in a manner not specified by the manufacturer (refer to Appendix C: Freeze Dryer Specifications).
  • Page 24: Initial Power Up

    Initial Power Up When the freeze dryer is initially plugged into a power source, the On/Standby LED will begin flashing (1 flash per second). The display will remain OFF for the first 10 to 15 seconds, then animated graphics will appear. It will take approximately 90 seconds for the operating system to fully load.
  • Page 25: Moving Between Menu Screens

    Moving Between Menu Screens You can move between menu screens by either touching the menu icons or swiping across the screen from left to right or right to left. The following system parameters are displayed in the center portion of the screen: Indicator Bar Function A thin blue indicator bar will appear under the icon of the menu screen that is currently being displayed.
  • Page 26: Operation Buttons

    4. Defrost – This will be displayed when the hot gas defrost function is turned ON. Line 5: Data Logging Status Operation Buttons Operation buttons are displayed across the bottom of the Home Screen.  Auto – Use this button to initiate an auto start up sequence. When auto start is initiated the refrigeration system (collector) will be started immediately.
  • Page 27 buttons along the bottom of the screen will become active (Start, Edit/View, Copy & Delete).  New – Use this button to add a new program to the program list. The new program name will be defaulted to a two-digit sequential number, starting with Program 01, that will be incremented as new programs are added to the list (i.e.
  • Page 28 New Program When the “New” button is selected, the following screen will be displayed: Pressing the program name field will allow you to edit the program name. The step numbers are listed in numerical order. Shelf Temp., Time, and Vacuum can be edited by pressing any of these cells.
  • Page 29: Data Logging Screen

    Data Logging Screen If no data log file has been selected the “New” button will be the only active button along the bottom of the screen. A data log file can be selected from the list by pressing the data log file name. When a data log file has been selected, the row will be highlighted blue.
  • Page 30: Settings Screen

    Settings Screen There are nine categories in the Settings menu. Before operating the freeze dryer, you may want to configure some of the available preferences. Language Choose from 5 languages: English, Spanish, French, German, Italian Time/Date Choose clock format (12 or 24 hour) and manually set time and date. The Auto Update time &...
  • Page 31: Units

     NTP server – Enter the “web address” (URL) of the NTP server of your choice that will provide clock synchronization data to the freeze dryer via ethernet connection.  Daylight Savings (ON/OFF) – This feature can be used to adjust the time for areas observing Daylight Savings Time (DST).
  • Page 32: Configure Email Settings

     Edit – Use this button to edit an existing email address.  Delete – Use this button to delete an existing email address.  Device Name – The default name for this field will be “Labconco Freeze Dryer”. The name can be edited by pressing the name field.
  • Page 33 If you do not know the proper information to enter in each of the SMTP fields, consult your IT personnel or email service provider. After entering the appropriate information in all the SMTP fields, press the Save button. The system will check the information entered in each field to make sure each entry is valid.
  • Page 34: Maintenance

    Maintenance This screen contains data and settings pertaining to the operation hours and maintenance period for the vacuum pump and refrigeration system. Scroll up and down to view the entire page. Line Voltage Offset These offset values determine the acceptable voltage range for electrical power supplied to the freeze dryer.
  • Page 35: Calibration

    Calibration Some sensors in the freeze dryer can be calibrated. This process should be done by a qualified technician or metrologist with reference sensors that are known with certainty. An external reference sensor must be placed at the same measurement point, as close as physically possible, as the sensor is being calibrated.
  • Page 36: Display

     Current Reading (uncorrected) – This gives the raw sensor reading with no offset applied to the reading.  Offset – This is the value that will be added to the Current Reading (uncorrected) to give the proper adjusted reading that matches the reference sensor being used for calibration.
  • Page 37: Network

     Brightness Slider – Moving the slider to the right will increase the brightness level while moving the slider to the left will decrease the brightness level of the display.  Touch Sounds – With Touch Sounds turned ON, there will be an audible sound each time a button on the display is touched.
  • Page 38: Sensors Screen

    Sensors Screen This screen contains a list of all sensors installed on the extraction freeze dryer. The screen can be scrolled up and down if the list is too long to be viewed on a single page. The Sensors screen is for viewing only. There are no selectable fields.
  • Page 39: Drying Accessory Screen

    Drying Accessory Screen Drying Accessory Sensor Table – The middle section of the screen displays a list of all the sensors that are available for the drying accessory. Sensors that are disconnected will have three dashes (---) in place of a value. Drying Accessory Status Box –...
  • Page 40: Help Screen

    This screen will give information about the power supply to the freeze dryer (voltage, current & frequency) and allow the user to run Manual or Auto Diagnostics on the unit. User’s Manual Go to labconco.com for current manuals. About Displays the catalog number of the freeze dryer and the software versions currently...
  • Page 41: 5: Using Your Freeze Dryer

    5: Using Your Freeze Dryer Operation Checklist The following checklist should be followed prior to each use of your extraction freeze dryer. 1. Wipe out the interior of the tray dryer chamber with a soft cloth or paper towel to remove any moisture or debris.
  • Page 42: Operating The Freeze Dryer

    sample. The pre-freezing temperature is typically at least 10⁰ or 20⁰C below the eutectic or collapse temperature of the sample. Operating the Freeze Dryer Auto Start-Up 1. Go to Home screen 2. Press AUTO, then press START  COLLECTOR will start immediately ...
  • Page 43: Manual Mode

    vacuum pump. This will contaminate pump oil and can cause premature failure of a vacuum pump. 8. Turn ON the Vacuum Pump 9. Using the touch screen display, start the tray dryer in either MANUAL or PROGAM mode to control the shelf temperature to a set point value. Manual Mode Manual mode can be used to control the shelf temperature to a single set point value between -20⁰C and +60⁰C.
  • Page 44: Changing The Shelf Temp Set Point Value

    Changing the Shelf Temp Set Point Value If the tray dryer is already running in MANUAL mode and you want to change the current Shelf Temp Set Point value: 1. Go to the Drying Accessory screen. 2. Press the MANUAL button. 3.
  • Page 45: Stopping A Program

    b. Go to the Drying Accessory screen, then select the PROGRAM button at the bottom of the screen. 2. Select a program from the saved programs list or create a new program. 3. Press the START button. 4. The IN PROCESS LED indicator will turn ON. Stopping a Program 1.
  • Page 46: Shut Down

    Vapor Pressure Above Ice Temp. Pressure Temp. Pressure Temp. Pressure Temp. Pressure Temp. Pressure (°C) (mbar) (°C) (mbar) (°C) (mbar) (°C) (mbar) (°C) (mbar) 6.11 2.37 0.94 0.34 0.039 5.63 2.17 0.85 0.31 0.011 5.18 1.98 0.77 0.28 0.003 4.76 1.81 0.70 0.25...
  • Page 47: Alerts

    4. Place the drain hose in a suitable container to collect the condensate from the collector chamber. Insert the quick connect drain fitting into the quick connect drain coupling located on the left-hand side of the unit. 5. Flush the collector chamber with water and wipe chamber dry. 6.
  • Page 48: Collector Temp

    Collector Temp After the collector temperature has cooled below -40⁰C, an alert will be activated if the collector temperature rises above -40⁰C for more than 5 minutes. Collector Moisture If there is liquid in the collector chamber and either the COLLECTOR or VACUUM start button is pressed, neither function will start and an alert will be activated.
  • Page 49: Shelf Temp Variation

    Shelf Temp Variation This alert will be activated if the shelf temperature varies more than ± 3⁰C from the Shelf Temp Set Point. Shelf Temp Set Point This alert will be activated if the shelf temperature stabilized without reaching the Shelf Temp Set Point.
  • Page 50: Copy A Program

    6. The following webpage will appear with a list of all the data log files that are stored on the freeze dryer. 7. Click on a file name from the list to download the file. 8. Click on the downloaded file to open the file in Excel. Copy a Program To duplicate a program or quickly create a program that is similar an existing program, you can use the copy program function.
  • Page 51: 6: Maintaining Your Freeze Dryer

    Alcohol may crazy the acrylic door. Before using any cleaning or decontamination method except those recommended by Labconco, users should check with Labconco that the proposed method will not damage the equipment.
  • Page 52 Monthly: 1. The rubber components on the freeze dryer may eventually deteriorate and require replacement. The effective life of runner parts depends upon both their usage and the surrounding environment. Check all rubber hoses and gaskets, replacing any that show signs of hardening, permanent set or deterioration. 2.
  • Page 53: 7: Troubleshooting

    Labconco for additional assistance. Labconco freeze dry systems that are clean, dry and without samples should reach a vacuum of 0.133 mbar within 10 minutes and should achieve an ultimate vacuum of 0.040 mbar within 18 hours when the refrigeration is operating.
  • Page 54: Gaskets, Tubing & Connections

    Gaskets, Tubing & Connections 1. Inspect gasket(s) for cracks or defects. Ensure the gasket is clean. Apply a thin coat of vacuum grease to the gasket. Keep in mind too much vacuum grease can cause leaks. 2. Check the drain line and ensure the quick connect drain fitting is disconnected from the quick connect drain coupling.
  • Page 55: System Components And Collector Chamber Isolation

    System Components and Collector Chamber Isolation This test determines if the source of a leak is in the tray dryer. 1. Remove the tray dryer. 2. Leave the gasket on and turn a large freeze dry flask upside down to cover the connection port.
  • Page 56 The following test determines if a vacuum leak is in the collector chamber. 1. Insert a rubber stopper in the small hole in the rear of the collector chamber. 2. Start the freeze dryer and observe the vacuum level. If the vacuum is good, the problem is in the collector chamber.
  • Page 57: Refrigeration Module Operation

    If the collector temperature does not reach the design temperature within 30 minutes, then the refrigeration module is not functioning properly. If any repairs are required on the refrigeration module, contact Labconco. Repairs should only be undertaken by a refrigeration technician or through an authorized...
  • Page 58: Appendix A: Components

    Appendix A: Components The following pages list components that are available for your Extraction Freeze Dryer. The parts shown are the most common replacement parts. If other parts are required, contact Product Service. Table A-1 and Figure A-1 indicate the location and catalog numbers for the following service, and replacement accessory components.
  • Page 59 Figure A-1...
  • Page 60 Table B-1 and Figure B-1 indicate the location and catalog numbers for the following service, and replacement accessory components. Table B-1 Item Part No. Description 1302301 Switch 7317000 Printed Circuit Board 7361900 Pass Through Gasket – Pass Through 7344300 7224500 Door Assembly Gasket –...
  • Page 61: Appendix B: Dimensions

    Appendix B: Dimensions Dimensions shown in inches & (centimeters)
  • Page 62 25.4” 26.5” (645 mm) (673 mm)
  • Page 63: Appendix C: Specifications

    Appendix C: Specifications Electrical Specifications Table C-1 Catalog Number Nominal Operating Specifications Freeze Dryer Tray Dryer 700821500 115V, 60 Hz 16 A 115V, 60 Hz 700821510 230V, 60 Hz 230V, 60 Hz 700821515 230V, 60 Hz 230V, 60 Hz 700821530...

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