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Argos Technologies, Inc.
Toll Free: 800-886-8675
International: 847-622-0456
www.argos-tech.com

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  • Page 1 ™ Operator’s Manual manufacturing solutions for science Argos Technologies, Inc. Toll Free: 800-886-8675 International: 847-622-0456 www.argos-tech.com...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Operating EVac™ ........
  • Page 4: Important Safety Information

    Indicates possible danger of personal injury or death. Comply with the instructions. DANGER Biological Risk Indicates possible biological risk. Comply with the instructions. CAUTION STOP Indicates possible damage to the instrument. Comply with the instructions. NOTE Provides important notes on the correct operation of Argos Technologies EVac ™ Vacuum System.
  • Page 5: Product Overview

    Argos Technologies EVac™ — Operator’s Manual Product Overview Front View 1. EVac™ Instrument. 2. Control for Setting Vacuum/Suction Power. 3. ON/OFF Switch. 4. Vacuum Bottle. 5. Bottle Lid. 6. HandEvac™ Handheld Aspirator. 7. Quick Couplings. 8. Level Detection Sensor Cable.
  • Page 6: Rear View

    Argos Technologies EVac™ — Operator’s Manual Product Overview Rear View 9. Socket for Cable Mains Adapter. 10. Push-Button for Level Detection Calibration. 11. Socket for Level Detection Sensor Cable. 12. Connection for Filter Missing if Needed. 13. Air Outlet. 14. Power/Illumination LED Indicator.
  • Page 7: Product Description

    Product Description Thank you for your recent purchase of the Argos Technologies EVac™ Vacuum System. • The EVac™ is a vacuum system with an integral pump and adjustable, electronic vacuum controller for laboratory use. • The instrument should not be used for applications other than those specified.
  • Page 8: Warranty Information

    Argos Technologies EVac™ — Operator’s Manual Warranty Information The Argos Technologies EVac™ Vacuum System is warranted to be free of defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 12 months from date of purchase, provided that: • The unit has not been opened or attempted to be opened by the end user •...
  • Page 9: Getting Started

    Power supply connection • Attach the mains adapter with the primary adapter appropriate to the power outlet. • Plug the mains adapter into a standard electrical source and connect to the EVac™. DANGER The supply voltage must comply with requirements listed in the “Technical Data”...
  • Page 10: Operating Evac

    • Fit lid with barbed tube fittings onto bottle. Ensure that lid is firmly attached. Connecting Vacuum Bottle to Instrument • Twist filter onto connection on EVac™. Writing on filter should point away from device. Twist filter until resistance is felt, then twist an additional half turn to ensure that an adequate seal is achieved.
  • Page 11: Preparing With Level Sensing

    • Fit lid with quick couplings onto bottle. Ensure that lid is firmly attached. Connecting Vacuum Bottle to Instrument • Twist filter onto connection on EVac™. Writing on filter should point away from device. Twist filter until resistance is felt, then twist an additional half turn to ensure that an adequate seal is achieved.
  • Page 12: Powering Up

    Argos Technologies EVac™ — Operator’s Manual Powering Up Please read the following notes before attempting to operate the EVac™. NOTE Always attach lid on tightly, ensuring that screw threads are properly aligned. The seal in the lid will only function correctly when adequately compressed.
  • Page 13: Operation

    Do not overfill bottle. STOP The EVac™ includes a safety filter which will stop fluid from reaching internal mechanisms. If fluid or foam gets into filter, the filter must be changed immediately or unit may no longer retain liquids. Note that hydrophobic filter holds back aqueous solutions, whereas retention of apolar liquid is limited.
  • Page 14: Level Detection

    • Connect sensor cable to socket on bottle lid. • Switch on the EVac™. • The EVac™ will beep four times and LED indicator will flash to confirm that level detection cable is attached correctly. • Press “CALIBRATION” button at rear of unit until a short beep sounds.
  • Page 15: Maintenance, Care And Safety Precautions

    Maintenance, Care and Safety Precautions Maintenance The EVac™ does not require any special servicing or maintenance. If a reduction in suction power occurs, it may be caused by blockages in the tube and/or filter on the pump side. This may be remedied by exchanging the affected tube and/or filter. When replacing filter, remember that writing on filter should point away from device.
  • Page 16: Troubleshooting (Faq)

    Argos Technologies EVac™ — Operator’s Manual Troubleshooting (FAQ) Problem Possible Cause Remedy Equipment not No power line voltage Insert mains adapter plug into running; no suitable power outlet. vacuum No DC supply Connect mains adapter to instrument. Pump switched off Turn power switch to “ON”...
  • Page 17: Technical Data

    Argos Technologies EVac™ — Operator’s Manual Technical Data Equipment Type Laboratory unit with adjustable vacuum for controlled, contamination-free suction removal of liquids Dimensions (L x W x H) Instrument: 240 x 173 x 145mm (9.45 x 6.73 x 5.71 in.) With 4L bottle, tubing, and filter: 350 x 173 x 550mm (13.78 x 6.73 x 21.65 in.)
  • Page 18: Accessories And Spare Parts

    Argos Technologies EVac™ — Operator’s Manual Accessories and Spare Parts Part Number Description EV514 HandEvac™ Handheld Aspirator with Single Channel Adapter EV431 4L Polypropylene Bottle with Quick Release Coupling EV432 4L Polypropylene Bottle with Barbed Fitting EV370 4L Polypropylene Bottle...
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