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CH-9230 Flawil 1 E-Mail: quality@buchi.com BUCHI reserves the right to make changes to the manual as deemed necessary in the light of experience, especially with respect to structure, illustrations and technical details. This manual is copyrighted. Information from it may neither be reproduced, distributed, or used for competitive purposes, nor made available to third parties.
Büchi Labortechnik AG Table of contents Table of contents About this document...................... 6 Mark-ups and symbols ...................... 6 Trademarks ........................... 6 Connected devices ........................ 6 Safety............................ 7 Proper use .......................... 7 Use other than intended ...................... 7 Staff qualification ........................ 7 Personal protective equipment .................... 8 Warning notices in this document.................. 8 Warning symbols ........................ 9 Residual risks ........................ 9 2.7.1 Dangerous vapors .................... 10...
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5.5.1 Installing the vacuum pump holder (option).............. 29 5.5.2 Installing a BUCHI vacuum pump (option).............. 29 5.5.3 Installing a non BUCHI vacuum pump (option)............ 30 5.5.4 Installing the vacuum connection glass assembly R (option) ........ 30 5.5.5 Installing the vacuum connection glass assembly D (option) ........ 32 Installing the cooling water supply..................
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Büchi Labortechnik AG Table of contents Cleaning and servicing ..................... 49 Regular maintenance work.................... 49 Replacing the vacuum seal .................... 49 Replacing the evaporation flask seal................... 50 Installing the vapor duct....................... 50 Setting max. heating bath temperature ................ 51 Help with faults ........................ 52 10.1 Troubleshooting........................ 52 10.2 Error messages ........................ 52...
BÜCHI Labortechnik AG accepts no liability for damage, faults and malfunctions resulting from not following this operation manual. If you have any questions after reading this operation manual: Contact BÜCHI Labortechnik AG Customer Service. https://www.buchi.com/contact Mark-ups and symbols NOTE This symbol draws attention to useful and important information.
Use of the instrument with solvents containing peroxides. Use of the instrument in overpressure situations. Use of the instrument with other than original BUCHI glassware. Use of the instrument with explosive gas mixtures. The use of the instrument for drying hard, brittle substances that could damage the glassware.
Safety-related incidents that occur while using the device should be reported to the manufacturer (quality@buchi.com). BUCHI service technicians Service technicians authorized by BUCHI have attended special training courses and are authorized by BÜCHI Labortechnik AG to carry out special servicing and repair measures.
Büchi Labortechnik AG Safety | 2 Warning symbols The following warning symbols are displayed in this operation manual or on the instrument. Symbol Meaning General warning Device damage Dangerous electrical voltage Hot surface Hand injuries Fig. 1: Location of the warning symbols on the instrument Residual risks The device has been developed and manufactured using the latest technological advances.
Büchi Labortechnik AG 2 | Safety 2.7.1 Dangerous vapors Distillation can produce dangerous vapors that are capable of causing life- threatening toxic effects. Do not inhale any vapors produced during distillation. Ensure that vapors are removed by a suitable fume hood. Only use the device in well ventilated areas.
Unauthorized modifications can effect safety and lead to accidents. Use only genuine BUCHI accessories, spare parts and consumables. Carry out technical changes only with prior written approval from BUCHI. Only allow changes to be made by BUCHI service technicians. BUCHI accepts no liability for damage, faults and malfunctions resulting from unauthorized modifications.
Büchi Labortechnik AG 3 | Product description Product description Description of function The instrument is a rotary evaporator with the aid of which single-stage distillation can be carried out quickly without unduly stressing the product. The basis of the process is the evaporation and condensing of solvents in a rotating evaporating flask under vacuum.
BUCHI standard communication port (COM)(option for BUCHI vacuum (marked R /SERVE INPUT) pump) (marked COM) BUCHI standard communication port Cooling water valve (COM) (option for BUCHI vacuum (marked CW VALVE) pump) (marked COM) Foam sensor 10 Power supply (marked FOAM DET.)
Büchi Labortechnik AG Product description | 3 Technical data 3.5.1 Rotavapor® R-250Pro Dimensions (W x D x H) 1420 x 850 x 1550 mm (without glass) Dimensions (W x D x H) 1450 x 850 x 2300 mm (with glass) Minimum clearance on all sides 400 mm Weight...
Büchi Labortechnik AG 3 | Product description 3.5.2 Ambient conditions For indoor use only. Max. altitude above sea level 2000 m Ambient and storage temperature 5 ‒ 40 °C Maximum relative humidity 80% for temperatures up to 31 °C decreasing linearly to 50 % relative hu- midity at 40 °C 3.5.3 Materials...
Büchi Labortechnik AG Transport and storage | 4 Transport and storage Storage Remove the heating bath medium. Remove the cooling water from the condensers. Make sure that the ambient conditions obey the technical data. See Chapter 3.5 "Technical data", page 17. Store the instrument in its original packaging. After storage, check the instrument, all glass components, seals and tubing for damage and replace if necessary.
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Büchi Labortechnik AG 4 | Transport and storage Loosen the transportation lock screws. Remove the transportation lock. 20/78 Operation Manual Rotavapor® R-250 Pro...
Büchi Labortechnik AG Installation | 5 Installation Before installation NOTICE Instrument damage due to switching it on too early. Switching on the instrument too early after transportation can cause damage. Climatize the instrument after transportation. Establishing electrical connections WARNING Death or serious burns by electric current. Have the installation carried out by an electrician or a person with similar expert knowledge.
Büchi Labortechnik AG 5 | Installation Secure the support rod in place with a headless screw. Installing the glassware NOTE Glassware is delivered as per the purchase order, order confirmation and delivery note. 5.4.1 Glassware assembling instructions Assembling instruction EasyClamp DN40 Attach the two glass pieces.
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Büchi Labortechnik AG Installation | 5 Secure the connection in place with the easy clamp. Assembling instruction glass bracket Attach the glass bracket to the condenser. Assembling instruction bracket Attach the expansion vessel to the distribution piece. Secure the expansion vessel in place with the easy clamp.
Büchi Labortechnik AG 5 | Installation Assembling instruction receiving vessel support Put the receiving vessel support on the instrument. Assembling instruction shut off tap NOTICE! Tighten the shut off tap with your hands. Attach the shut off tap to the glassware using the white handle.
Büchi Labortechnik AG 5 | Installation 5.4.7 Installing the single receiver (option) Installation order Fig. 9: Installation order single receiver See Chapter "Assembling instruction See Chapter "Assembling instruction receiving vessel support", page 24 EasyClamp DN25", page 22 See Chapter "Assembling instruction See Chapter "Assembling instruction shut off tap", page 24 EasyClamp DN25", page 22 5.4.8...
Attach the rear screws. 5.5.2 Installing a BUCHI vacuum pump (option) Precondition: R The BUCHI vacuum pump is prepared. See related documentation If possible, locate the vacuum pump at the vacuum pump location of the instrument. See Chapter 3.2 "Configuration", page 13 Attach the vacuum hose to the Aeration valve.
Büchi Labortechnik AG 5 | Installation 5.5.3 Installing a non BUCHI vacuum pump (option) Precondition: R The vacuum meets the technical specifications. See Chapter 3.5 "Technical data", page 17 If a vacuum pump is used, prepare the vacuum pump. See related documentation.
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Büchi Labortechnik AG Installation | 5 Attach the vacuum hose to Y piece Attach the condenser vacuum hoses to the Y piece. Attach the vacuum hoses to the condensers. Attach the hose barb to the condenser. Attach the vacuum hose for the VacuBox onto the condenser Attach the hose barb to the VacuBox.
Büchi Labortechnik AG 5 | Installation Attach the vacuum hose to the VacuBox. 5.5.5 Installing the vacuum connection glass assembly D (option) Attach the vacuum hoes to the Aeration valve. Attach the vacuum hose to the condenser. Attach the hose barb to the condenser. Attach the vacuum hose to the condenser.
Büchi Labortechnik AG Installation | 5 Installing the cooling water supply 5.6.1 Installing the cooling water supply with a recirculating chiller (option) Precondition: R The recirculating chiller is prepared. See related documentation. R The inlet water hose for the condenser is prepared.
Büchi Labortechnik AG 5 | Installation Attach the outlet condenser hoses to the Y- piece. Secure the hoses in place with a hose clamp. Attach the outlet water supply hose to the chiller. 5.6.2 Installing the cooling water supply without a recirculating chiller (option) Precondition: R The water supply meets the technical...
Büchi Labortechnik AG Installation | 5 Attach the hose to the outlet connection. Attach the outlet water supply hose to the Y- piece. Attach the outlet condenser hoses to the Y- piece. Secure the hoses in place with a hose clamp. Put the other end of the hose in a sink.
Büchi Labortechnik AG 5 | Installation 5.7.2 Installing the heating bath replenishment (option) NOTE If oil is used as heating medium do not install the heating bath replenishment. Attach the water supply to the heating bath replenishment. Secure the hose in place with a hose clamp. 5.7.3 Installing the drain connection at the heating bath NOTE...
Büchi Labortechnik AG Installation | 5 Installing the sensors NOTE Glassware is delivered as per the purchase order, order confirmation and delivery note. 5.8.1 Installing the vapor temperature sensor According to the configuration there are two locations where the sensor can be installed: ...
Büchi Labortechnik AG 5 | Installation Install the cooling water temperature sensor in the cooling water outlet of the condenser. Connect the sensor cable to the related connection on the instrument. See Chapter 3.2 "Configuration", page 13 5.8.3 Installing the foam sensor (option) Precondition: R The distribution piece has the option to install a foam sensor.
Büchi Labortechnik AG Installation | 5 Connect the sensor cable to the related connection on the instrument. See Chapter 3.2 "Configuration", page 13 Activate the sensor in the sensor menu. See Chapter 5.8.6 "Setting up the sensors", page 39 Calibrate the cooling water flow sensor. See Chapter 10.5 "Adjusting the cooling water flow sensor", page 57 5.8.5...
Büchi Labortechnik AG 5 | Installation Precondition: R Make sure that the sensors you wish to active are connected to the instrument. Push and hold the up button. Set the On /off master switch to On. ð The instrument shows the status for the cooling water flow sensor.
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Büchi Labortechnik AG Installation | 5 Install the cover in place. Connect the connection cable to the BUCHI standard communication port (COM) on the interface. Connect the other end of the connection cable to the BUCHI standard communication port (COM) on the instrument. See Chapter 3.2 "Configuration", page 13...
Büchi Labortechnik AG 6 | Layout of the interface Layout of the interface Fig. 10: Interface Cooling temperature Vapor temperature Bath temperature According to the current operation: Rotation speed Error code UP button Down button According to the current operation: According to the current operation: ...
Büchi Labortechnik AG Preparing for an evaporation | 7 Preparing for an evaporation Installing and removing the evaporation flask NOTE Removing is done in reverse sequence. Move the heating bath in a lower position. Put the evaporation flask and the flask handler (option) an the instrument.
Büchi Labortechnik AG 7 | Preparing for an evaporation Remove the flask handler. Operating the inlet valve Attach the solvent hose to the inlet valve. Put the solvent hose into the solvent. Set the flow rate. Preparing the heating bath CAUTION Risk of skin burns from oil splashes Do not put water into hot oil.
Büchi Labortechnik AG Preparing for an evaporation | 7 Make sure, that the drain valve is closed. Fill heating medium until the max. filling level. Max. filling level see Chapter 3.2 "Configuration", page 13 Draining distillate Precondition: R A distillate collection is available. Close the shut off tap.
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Büchi Labortechnik AG 7 | Preparing for an evaporation Secure the splash protection in place. 46/78 Operation Manual Rotavapor® R-250 Pro...
Büchi Labortechnik AG Carrying out an evaporation | 8 Carrying out an evaporation NOTE Using the control system. See operation manual "Interface I-300 Pro ". Preparing the instrument Precondition: R All commissioning operations have been completed. See Chapter 5 "Installation", page 21 R Make sure that no defective sealings or glass parts are used.
Büchi Labortechnik AG 8 | Carrying out an evaporation Shutting down the instrument Switch the On/Off master switch to off. 48/78 Operation Manual Rotavapor® R-250 Pro...
Any servicing and repair work which involves opening up the casing may only be carried out by BUCHI service technicians. Use only genuine BUCHI consumables and spare parts in order to ensure correct operation of the device and preserve the warranty.
Büchi Labortechnik AG 9 | Cleaning and servicing Remove the sealing holder from the instrument. REmove the sealing from th sealing holder. Replacing the evaporation flask seal NOTE Installing is done in reverse sequence. Remove the snap flange coupling with the provided tool.
Büchi Labortechnik AG Cleaning and servicing | 9 Apply a light force and turn the vapor duct until the shaft starts turning. Setting max. heating bath temperature Push and hold the SET button. Set the On /off master switch to On. Select the maximum heating bath temperature.
The display is black No power. Establish an electrical connection. Check the fuse. Display lights only in Display unit is defect. Contact BUCHI Customer part Service. Heating bath does Temperature is set too low. Raise the temperature. not heat up Heater is switched off.
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Wait until the heating bath temperature is less than 40 °C. The bath temperature sen- Start the instrument again. sor is defective. Contact BUCHI Customer Service. The lift motor is defective. Switch off the instrument. Check for causes of the The lift motor is blocked.
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Short circuit at the vacuum Disconnect the cooling water valve. valve. Start the instrument again. Replace the cooling water valve. Contact BUCHI Customer Service. The Cooling medium flow is Increase the cooling water insufficient. flow. Press the Aerate button. Adjust the cooling water flow sensor.
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Disconnect the cooling water water temperature sensor. temperature sensor. Start the instrument again. Replace the cooling water temperature sensor. Contact BUCHI Customer Service. The mechanical safety Switch off the instrument. switch is activated. Wait until the heating bath temperature is less than 40 °C.
Büchi Labortechnik AG Help with faults | 10 10.5 Adjusting the cooling water flow sensor Precondition: R The cooling water flow sensor is installed on the instrument. See Chapter 5.8.4 "Installing the cooling water flow sensor (option)", page 38 R The instrument is switched on. R The display does not show an error.
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Büchi Labortechnik AG 10 | Help with faults Precondition: R The sensor is connected to the instrument. See Chapter 5.8.3 "Installing the foam sensor (option)", page 38 Remove the protective cover. Put the sensor 1 cm in the product. Adjust the adjustment screw so that the LED light is on when the sensor is near to the liquid.
When disposing, observe the disposal regulations of the materials used. Materials used see Chapter 3.5 "Technical data", page 17 11.3 Returning the instrument Before returning the instrument, contact the BÜCHI Labortechnik AG Service Department. https://www.buchi.com/contact Operation Manual Rotavapor® R-250 Pro 59/78...
Büchi Labortechnik AG 12 | Appendix Order no. Image Screw ring SVL 30 003223 Seal SVL 30 000398 Support ring inlet valve 041147 12.2.4 Accessories Order no. Image Vacuum Pump V-600 11V600800 Chemically resistant 3-stage diaphragm pump. It impresses with its silent and economical operation. Capacity and final vacuum: 3.1 m³/h, 1.5 mbar Vacuum Pump V-600 11V600810...
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Pump V-600 with secondary condenser Stopper, PE, 120 mm 11057349 To close the evaporating flask Communication cable. BUCHI COM, 15 m, 6p 11064090 Enables connection between Rotavapor®, Interface, Vac- uum Pump, Recirculating Chiller, VacuBox and LegacyBox. IQ/OQ R-250 Pro...
Büchi Labortechnik AG 12 | Appendix Order no. Image Drying flask 50 ltr. 041394 Flask crane 041494 For the safely secured transport of a 50 liter flask. Incl. the 50 liter manual flask handler. 12.2.5 Hoses Order no. Image Softaflex, ID 19 mm 037617 Y-piece, 12 mm / 16 mm 041473...
Büchi Labortechnik AG Appendix | 12 12.2.6 Gear box Order no. Image Seal tool 020075 Vapor duct 041084 Seal holder 041094 Vacuum seal 041095 Evaporating flask seal, complete 041121 Set of 5 distribution head sealings 041231 Operation Manual Rotavapor® R-250 Pro 77/78...
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