Labconco RapidVap 73200 Series User Manual page 15

 Glass lids are suitable for use with all common compounds.
When using compounds in the RapidVap Vertex Evaporator that are hostile to
the materials of construction, it is imperative that the equipment is properly
maintained.
 After each run, clean up all residues, spills, and materials that might have
splashed in the chamber using agents suitable for the substance involved.
With prudent maintenance your RapidVap Vertex Evaporator will provide many
years of service. Warranty on the affected parts will be void if maintenance has
obviously been neglected. If you have questions about using specific compounds
in your RapidVap Vertex Evaporator, contact Labconco Technical Service at
1-800-821-5525 or 816-333-8811 or e-mail labconco@labconco.com.
Safety Precautions
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The RapidVap Vertex Evaporator is not classified as "explosion proof." It has
been designed with safety as a primary
prudent manner using "good laboratory practices." It has been designed for
use with compounds as described in the United States National Electrical Code
Class I, Group D. The block that holds the sample tubes may be programmed
to run as hot as 100°C, however, the heater element may normally run at
135°C. A thermal fuse limits the heater to a maximum temperature of 152°C.
It is important that the solvents used are compatible with these temperatures.
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Do not evaporate solvents that have an autoignition
temperature below 180°C. Do not evaporate solvents that
are classified as Group A, B, or C by the National Electrical
Code. Evaporate only non-flammable or Group D solvents
with autoignition temperatures 180°C or above. Use of
other compounds could cause an explosion.
Solvents used in the RapidVap Vertex Evaporator may be
flammable or hazardous. Use extreme caution and keep
sources of ignition away from the solvents. When using
flammable or hazardous solvents, the RapidVap Vertex
Evaporator should be operated inside a fume hood.
If a sample is spilled in the chamber it must immediately be
cleaned up.
Hazardous materials such as strong acids or bases,
radioactive substances and volatile organics, must be
handled carefully and promptly cleaned up if spilled.
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