Thermo Scientific SpeedVac SRF110 Installation And Operation Manual

Thermo Scientific SpeedVac SRF110 Installation And Operation Manual

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SpeedVac™ SRF110
Refrigerated Vacuum Concentrator
Installation and Operation Manual
80302318 • Revision A • 7/16/2021

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  • Page 1 SpeedVac™ SRF110 Refrigerated Vacuum Concentrator Installation and Operation Manual 80302318 • Revision A • 7/16/2021...
  • Page 2 IMPORTANT Read this Installation and Operation Manual. Failure to follow the instructions in this manual can result in damage to the product, injury to operating personnel, and poor equipment performance. CAUTION All internal adjustments and maintenance must be performed by qualified service personnel. DISCLAIMER Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction ..............1 Safety Considerations ..........2 Operating Standards............ 3 Product Specifications ..........3 Environmental Conditions......... 4 Installation..............5 Unpacking..............5 Installation of SRF110 ..........5 Operation..............7 Description of Control Panel ........8 Operating the SRF110 ..........9 Emergency Access into the Chamber.......
  • Page 4 WEEE Compliance ............22 Contact Information ............ 23...
  • Page 5: Introduction

    Introduction The Thermo Scientific SpeedVac™ SRF110 is a dedicated centrifugal vacuum concentration system for drying heat sensitive samples such as Proteins, Enzymes and DNA/RNA. SRF110 SpeedVac combines centrifugal force with vacuum for efficient sample drying. SRF110 SpeedVac Concentrator combines a refrigeration system that cools to –4°C with a heater that warms to...
  • Page 6: Safety Considerations

    Safety Considerations In this manual, the following symbols and conventions are Below are important safety precautions that apply to this used. product. This symbol when used alone indicates important CAUTION: Use this product only in the way operating instructions which reduce the risk of described in the product literature and in this injury or poor performance of the unit.
  • Page 7: Operating Standards

    Operating Standards Product Specifications Description Specifications 115 VAC; 60 Hz; 12 Amps Operative Power* 230 VAC; 50/60 Hz; 6 Amps Vacuum Chamber Epoxy coated Aluminum chamber Chamber Seal Phenol-free lid gasket Cover Epoxy coated Aluminum cover - includes a safety interlock Induction Motor Maintenance free Bearings...
  • Page 8: Environmental Conditions

    Environmental Conditions These units are designed to operate Indoor only in the absence of hoarfrost, dew, percolating water, rain and solar radiation in a Pollution Degree 2 and Over voltage Category II environment. • Maximum altitude: 2000 meters above mean sea level •...
  • Page 9: Installation

    Inspect the unit and accessories for damage that may have occurred during shipment. Should there be any damage, report it to the carrier and contact Thermo Scientific 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.
  • Page 10 To prevent damage to pump due to vapor exposures from CAUTION: Use appropriate Thermo Fisher sample solvent and to extend pump life, a vapor trap that Scientific designed rotors recommended for the condenses and traps vapors must be placed in line between product.
  • Page 11: Operation

    Operation Planning Thoroughly understand procedures and the equipment operation prior to beginning work. The unique performance of the SRF110 is dependent upon the proper balance of heat, vacuum and centrifugal force. If the proper balance is not established, it is possible to damage or lose a portion of the sample.
  • Page 12: Description Of Control Panel

    Description of Control Panel Figure 2. Control Panel Description 1. Display – The Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) shows The parameters displayed in the screen are stored into the parameter set during scheduling program and actual program and can be loaded for use later. measured values.
  • Page 13: Operating The Srf110

    Operating the SRF110 refrigeration systems shut off, the vacuum pump stops and vacuum is purged from the chamber. An alarm sounds until any control button is pressed. To change the time set points, press the set point WARNING: Moving parts can crush and cut. “ENTER”...
  • Page 14: Emergency Access Into The Chamber

    Location & Exhaust 12. Press “STOP” to terminate operation if the SRF110 has not already stopped itself. 13. When the evaporation is complete, allow the rotor to stop WARNING: The SRF110 System should be moving, lift the lid and remove the samples. located within a fume hood if hazardous or flammable solvents are used.
  • Page 15: Vacuum Pump Requirements

    Figure 3. Opening chamber cover in emergency Vacuum Pump Requirements A Vacuum Pump must be provided by the user. A Vacuum Pump with a free air flow rate of 90 liters per minute and 2 x 10 mBar ultimate pressure is adequate for aqueous samples.
  • Page 16: Maintenance And Care

    Maintenance and Care Component Before Each Use As Needed/Periodic • Make sure lid is clean. • Decontaminate between use is needed. • Make sure no spill in • Wipe clean chamber, lid, and gasket with soft cloth chamber. damped with mild/lab grade detergent or 1:10 dilution of 50% Methanol or 1:10 dilution of 50% Ethanol after each •...
  • Page 17: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Refer to the following if your SRF110 fails to operate properly. CAUTION: Disconnect power before servicing If the suggested corrective actions do not solve your problem, the SRF110. contact Thermofisher for additional assistance. The following failure codes may appear on the display when problems are WARNING: Electrical shock hazard.
  • Page 18 Problem Cause Corrective Action • Heater inoperable • Contact Thermofisher. • Pump is not functioning • Check pump by locating vacuum gauge properly closer to pump and close off rest of the system. Checkup pump oil for cloudiness or particles or change. If pump is faulty, Evaporation rate is reduced seek authorized service or replace pump.
  • Page 19: Appendix

    Appendix Appendix A: Installed configuration Diagrams Configuration #P1 – Setup with Oil Pump and Cold Trap (High Vacuum System) Figure 4. Setup with Oil Pump and Cold Trap Configuration #P2 – Setup with Semi Integrated Vacuum System Figure 5. Setup with Semi Integrated Vacuum System 2.
  • Page 20: Appendix A: Rotor And Accessory List And Description

    tubing to the inlet port on the vacuum pump. connector on the Secondary Trap to the inlet port on the (For detailed Tubing connection refer, Installation of vacuum pump and clamp securely. SRF110). Note: Standard kits P1 & P2 can be customized for higher 5.
  • Page 21: Appendix B: Configuring Speedvac Setup

    Part No. Description FC400 Flask cover for GCF400 145-6012-00 Foam insulating ring SCC1* CryoCool™ heat transfer fluid (1 liter) SCC5* CryoCool™ heat transfer fluid (4 liter) UTP-TYG Universal tubing pack - TYGON DVG50 Digital Vacuum Gauge CC120/DX Convenience Carts *Hazardous Materials - These items require special shipping/handling when shipped by air. CAUTION: The use of accessories other than those recommended by Thermo Fisher Scientific may impair the safety and function of the device.
  • Page 22: Appendix C: Installed Configuration Diagrams

    Optional Post-Secondary Trap Some drying applications produce exhaust vapors that are hazardous. It is highly recommend using an appropriate trap in every system to protect from ammonia gas, acidic vapors, volatile radioactivity and organic vapors. This prevents release into the laboratory environment. A typical configuration &...
  • Page 23 Appendix C: Configuring SpeedVac Setup Standard Kit Offered User Configuration Custom Kit Options SRF110P1 Kit SRF110P2 Kit Add components Add components to (includes (includes Components to build your own - build your own - following following Option1 Option2 components) components) Concentrator SRF110 SRF110...
  • Page 24: Appendix D: Chemical Resistance

    Appendix D: Chemical Wear gloves, eye protection, masks and lab coats while working on the system. Resistance SRF110 Centrifugal Concentrator and Cold Trap are designed to be chemical resistant to most compounds that are commonly used in concentration processes. SRF110 have several enhancements to minimize chemical attack on components.
  • Page 25: Warranty

    Warranty All Thermo Fisher Scientific products mentioned in this manual (excluding glassware) are warranted against defects in workmanship for one year after the date of delivery to the original purchaser. This warranty is limited to defective materials and workmanship and does not cover incidental or consequential damages.
  • Page 26 Ulteriori informazioni sulla conformità di Thermo Fisher Scientific con queste Direttive, l’elenco delle ditte di riciclaggio nel Vostro paese e informazioni sui prodotti Thermo Scientific che possono essere utili alla rilevazione di sostanze soggette alla Direttiva RoHS sono disponibili sul sito www.thermofisher.com/WEEERoHS.
  • Page 27 Contact Information Thermo Fisher Scientific products are backed by a global technical support team ready to support your applications. We offer cold storage accessories, including remote alarms, temperature recorders, and validation services. Visit www.thermofisher.com/speedvac or call: Countries Sales Service North America +1 866 984 3766 (800) 438-4851 India toll free...

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