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Installation
To install the GF4000, place a clean, dry Glass Condensation Flask into the
stainless steel chamber. Fit the black insulating cover over the flask. Lift and
rotate the two black retaining clips to hold down both the insulation ring
and the glass flask.
NOTE: After the large Polypropylene cap has been installed, follow
directions for installation of vacuum lines included with the SC250EXP
system.
3.6 Tubing Connections
A 1/2-inch O.D. fitting is required to connect tubing to the rubber flask
cover. If tubing from the SpeedVac concentrator (or other drying apparatus)
is wider (for example, SC250DDA or SPD131DDA), a reducer fitting
(such as the 3/4 –1/2 inch M60-0044-24 included with these units) is
needed. Fit the fitting to the tubing, and press the fitting into the molded
port on the rubber cover. Fit the suction line from the pump end of the
system in a similar manner.
For tubing instructions, refer to the installation instructions with tubing kits
(UTP-TYG) or with the SpeedVac concentrators. It does not matter which
molded port is used for the SpeedVac and which is used for the pump. The
best setup will have the shortest, straightest line of tubing with the fewest
amount of bends. It should achieve a convenient and comfortable lay of
tubing, with little stress on the fittings. The rubber cover and flask should be
easy to remove for system maintenance.
NOTE: Previous SpeedVac users may note that the GCF400 does not have
an internal funnel like the older GIT-type trap. In many cases, this is not
needed to assist in vapor collection. However, if desired, an extender fitting
(such as the M60-0044-14 straight fitting included in the UTP-TYG kit)
can be inserted under the rubber cap, so that vapors from the concentrator
enter toward the center of the flask.
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