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Rotary Evaporator
RE212-G
Instruction Manual
First Edition
Thank you for choosing RE series Rotary
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Yamato Scientific Co., Ltd.
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- Page 1 Rotary Evaporator RE212-G Instruction Manual First Edition Thank you for choosing RE series Rotary Evaporators from KNF NEUBERGER GmbH / Yamato Scientific Co., Ltd. For equipment operation, please read and become thoroughly familiar with this instruction manual before use. Always keep equipment documentation safe and close at hand for convenient future reference.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ......................1 Explanation of Symbols ......................1 Symbol Glossary ........................2 Warnings and Cautions ......................3 Residual Risk Map ........................5 List of Residual Risks ....................... 6 Accessories ..........................9 Peripheral equipment (sold separately) ..................9 Control Unit .......................... -
Page 4: Safety Precautions
1. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Explanation of Symbols... -
Page 5: Symbol Glossary
1. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Symbol Glossary WARNING / CAUTION Danger! Caution: Indoor General Blast Hazard Use Only RESTRICTION General Do Not Restriction Disassemble ACTION General Action Connect Ground Inspect Level Installation Disconnect Power Required Wire Regularly... -
Page 6: Warnings And Cautions
1. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Warnings and Cautions WARNING Install in a location free of flammables and explosives. Never install or operate unit in a flammable or explosive gas atmosphere. See "LIST OF HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES" (P.44 ) for information on flammable and explosive gases. - Page 7 1. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Warnings and Cautions Turn OFF (○) power immediately when an abnormality occurs. If unit begins emitting smoke or abnormal odours for reasons unknown, turn OFF (○) power immediately, disconnect power cable from power supply, and contact original dealer of purchase for assistance.
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Page 8: Residual Risk Map
1. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Residual Risk Map These figures indicate positions of caution labels. The numbers shown in the figure indicate the numbers listed in the "List of Residual Risks" in this manual. For details of individual residual risks, see the List of Residual Risks. Model/Rating label * Contact us if the caution signs are no longer visible because the nameplate has is peeled off or the text is no longer legible. -
Page 9: List Of Residual Risks
1. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS List of Residual Risks List of residual risks (instructions for risk avoidance) This list summarizes residual risks to avoid personal injuries or damages to properties during or related to the use of equipment. Be sure to fully understand or receive instructions on how to use, maintain and inspect equipment before starting operation. - Page 10 1. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS List of Residual Risks Daily inspection/maintenance Degree of Risk Relevant Protective measures taken by the user risks description page Fire/ Remove power cable for inspection and WARNING P.30 Electric shock maintenance. Fire/ WARNING NEVER disassemble or modify unit P.30 Electric shock Extended storage/disposal...
- Page 11 2. COMPONENT NAMES AND FUNCTIONS Main Unit Cooling condenser (type F) Vacuum nozzle (grey cap) Condenser insulation Condenser bracket Slide panel Motor box Tilt adjustment screw Ball joint clamp Flask clip Control panel Evaporation flask Receiving flask Jack handle Bath guide Stand base VR connection terminal (mini-DIN 8P) Mini DIN connector...
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Page 12: Accessories
2. COMPONENT NAMES AND FUNCTIONS Accessories Check before operation that all the accessories are complete. Contact original dealer of purchase if anything is missing. ① Power cable (approx. ② AC adapter ③ Bath guide ④ Rear cover 0.7 m) ⑤ Tape fastener ⑥... -
Page 13: Control Unit
2. COMPONENT NAMES AND FUNCTIONS Control Unit ① ⑧ ⑦ ⑥ ⑨ AutoR Sync ④ ② ③ ⑤ Panel item Description Shows rotation speed reading and setting, and each RPM display ① parameter. Power key Press to turn ON (|) or OFF (○) power. ②... -
Page 14: Pre-Operation Procedures
3. PRE-OPERATION PROCEDURES Installation Precautions Choose an appropriate installation site. DO NOT install unit: ･ where installation surface is not completely level, not even or not clean. ･ where flammable or corrosive gases/fumes may be present ･ where external temperature will exceed 35°C, will fall below 5°C or will fluctuate largely. ･... - Page 15 3. PRE-OPERATION PROCEDURES Installation Precautions Connect the power supply of this unit to BM312-G (BO312-G). The power cable attached to this unit is exclusively for BM312-G (BO312-G) connection. When using it, connect it to BM312-G (BO312-G) and do not use any cable other than the dedicated cable.
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Page 16: Installation Procedure
3. PRE-OPERATION PROCEDURES Installation Procedure Be aware that slide panel may spring up Slide panel on this unit employs a spring-loaded jack to lift it up. The spring tension is adjusted to achieve balance when all the connection with glassware and piping are made. - Page 17 3. PRE-OPERATION PROCEDURES Installation Procedure 3. Installing Vapor Tube (1) Remove joint nut Press in the lock pin with the thumb to lock the rotary part. Take off joint nut by turning it counterclockwise with the other hand. Lock pin Joint nut (2) Install Vapor Tube Insert Vapor Tube into the Vapor Tube...
- Page 18 3. PRE-OPERATION PROCEDURES Installation Procedure Use caution when handling glassware Any damage on glassware may lead to serious accidents. Check glassware for damage before operation. 4. Attaching condenser nut Attach condenser nut for mounting condenser Cooling condenser on main unit Condenser flange ①...
- Page 19 3. PRE-OPERATION PROCEDURES Installation Procedure 5. Installing vacuum seal Pay attention to the direction of vacuum seal. Installing vacuum seal in the opposite direction may lead to poor vacuum, or may wear the seal, resulting in damage to driving unit. Install vacuum seal.
- Page 20 3. PRE-OPERATION PROCEDURES Installation Procedure 7. Installing bath guide Attach supplied bath guide to main unit stand base. Bath guide (1) Insert bath guide into the slot on bottom of stand base. The bath guide slots are positioned on Bath guide slot both right and left.
- Page 21 3. PRE-OPERATION PROCEDURES Installation Procedure 9. Installing cooling condenser and flask Install glassware while slide panel is lifted up. If slide panel springs up during setting, glass breakage and/or personal injury may result. Be sure to hold down slide panel top when unlocking the jack. Vacuum nozzle (grey) Cooling condenser (type F) Condenser insulation...
- Page 22 3. PRE-OPERATION PROCEDURES Installation Procedure 10. Connecting vacuum/cooling hose Vacuum hose is not included. Please prepare optional vacuum hose (product code: 255297) separately. (1) Connect vacuum nozzle and the inlet of a pressure reducing device with a vacuum hose. Be cautious not to connect vacuum nozzle to the exhaust port of the pressure reducing device. Doing so may cause RE unit to be pressurized, resulting in equipment malfunction.
- Page 23 3. PRE-OPERATION PROCEDURES Installation Procedure 11. Connecting AC adapter/power cable (1) Hold AC adapter with the inlet facing the bottom left viewed from the back and insert it into the AC adapter holder at an angle. AC adapter DC jack AC adapter holder Inlet (2) Connect the plug from AC adapter to the DC...
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Page 24: Operation Procedures
4. OPERATION PROCEDURES Operation Procedure 1. Turn ON (|) power ① Press the Power key. RPM display: shows software version at start up, then shows current rpm. Indicator lamp: One of the Fwd/Rev/AutoR lamps illuminates according to operation mode at the time of last power OFF (○). -
Page 25: User Setting
4. OPERATION PROCEDURES User Setting List of user setting items Press and hold the for two seconds. User setting items will be shown. Select an item by Control knob turning the . Press the again to edit the displayed item. Control knob Control knob ... -
Page 26: Rotation Modes
4. OPERATION PROCEDURES Rotation Modes Set rotation direction F.ro: Forward rotation mode r.ro: Reverse rotation mode Ato: Timed auto inversion mode Default setting is “F.ro” 1. Enter user setting ① Press the Power key. ② Press the for two seconds while current Control knob rpm is on the screen. -
Page 27: Auto Inversion Time Setting
4. OPERATION PROCEDURES Auto Inversion Time Setting Set time interval for auto inversion mode. Setting range: 5-999 sec Default setting is “5” 1. Enter user setting ① Press the Power key. ② Press the for two seconds while current Control knob rpm is on the screen. -
Page 28: Auto-Resume Function
4. OPERATION PROCEDURES Auto-resume Function Select recovery mode for the event of a power failure. OFF: Unit goes into idle at power recovery. ON: Unit automatically reverts to status just before power loss and begin operation once again from that point. Default setting is “OFF”... -
Page 29: Led Brightness Setting
4. OPERATION PROCEDURES LED Brightness Setting Change the LED brightness of the control panel. The brightness can be set in 8 levels from 0 to 7. Default setting is “3” 1. Enter user setting ① Turn power ON (|). ② Press the for two seconds while current Control knob rpm is on the screen. -
Page 30: Operation Start
4. OPERATION PROCEDURES Operation Start Refill Valve Water bath BM312-G Oil bath BO312-G Sample inlet (1) Run water bath, oil bath, or cooling water circulator at desired temperature. (2) Turn RE unit ON (|) (3) Rotate Refill Valve to close sample inlet. (The color marking on stopcock faces front) (4) Sample liquid may be fed as follows. -
Page 31: Operation Stop
4. OPERATION PROCEDURES Operation Stop (1) Press the Run/Stop key to stop rotation. Run/Stop key Refill Valve (2) Turn jack handle counterclockwise to release the jack. Lift slide panel slowly so that evaporation flask comes out of the bath. (3) Stop the pressure reducing device. Gently rotate Refill Valve so that the color marking on the stopcock comes upside. -
Page 32: Handling Precautions
5. HANDLING PRECAUTIONS Warnings and Cautions WARNING Exercise caution when handling flammable chemicals. Unit is NOT fire or blast resistant. When processing flammable samples, be sure to provide adequate ventilation and not to allow anything that may be a source of fire or ignition (static electricity, etc.) approached. -
Page 33: Maintenance Procedures
6. MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES Precautions before Inspection WARNING Be sure to disconnect power cable before conducting inspection and maintenance. Never attempt to disassemble unit. Precautions in Daily Maintenance CAUTION Clean unit using soft damp cloth. Never use benzene, paint thinner, scouring powder, scrubbing brush or other abrasives and solvents to clean unit. -
Page 34: Extended Storage And Disposal
Dispose of or recycle this unit in a responsible and environmentally friendly manner. KNF and Yamato Scientific Co., Ltd. strongly recommends disassembling unit, as far as is possible, in order to separate parts and recycle them in contribution to preserving the global environment. -
Page 35: Troubleshooting
8. TROUBLESHOOTING Reading Error Codes Unit has a self-diagnostic function built into the CPU board. The table below shows possible causes and measures to take when safety function is performed. [Error Codes] When an operational error or malfunction occurs, an error code is displayed on the control panel. When an error occurs, confirm the error code and terminate operation immediately. -
Page 36: Troubleshooting Guide
8. TROUBLESHOOTING Troubleshooting Guide Symptom Possible causes Possible measures RPM display Check supply voltage ● Power supply failure remains blank when must be 90-250V AC the Power key is pressed. ● AC adapter failure ● Replace relevant parts ● Power cable failure ●... - Page 37 8. TROUBLESHOOTING Troubleshooting Guide The "OPN" display ●Connection cable is ● Check if the connection cable is on the RE212-G disconnected. disconnected. does not disappear ●The Protection Cover lid is not ●Please close it completely. even when the completely closed. BC102-G lid is closed.
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Page 38: Specifications
9. SPECIFICATIONS Model RE212-G Operating ambient 5-35 °C temperature Performance range Speed range 5-315 rpm *3 Evaporation Up to 23 mL/min capacity RPM display Digital display/ Control knob setting Rotation mode Forward/Reverse/Auto inversion Functions Spring-loaded Manual balance jack (Max. height 200 mm, stepless regulation, one-touch lock) Rotary motor DC brushless (simple servo) Configuration... - Page 39 10. Accessories/Spare Parts Spare Parts ID Number Name 345304 Vapor Tube NS29/32 345305 Refill valve (Glass + PTFE Tube) 345306 Vacuum Seal FKM/PTFE, 2 pieces 375308 Condenser Set, with monting 345311 Power Adaptor (Base Frame) Accessories ID Number Name 340996 Protection Cover Heating Bath On request Heating bath BO312-G (Oil)
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Page 40: Bc102-G Instruction Manual
11. BC102-G Instruction manual Appearance 【Protection Cover BC102-G (sold separately)】 Caution label-Hot Caution label Handle Model label Acrylic parts ※ Base Mini DIN connector (4pin) Positioning bumper ※1：Do not wipe acrylic parts with an organic solvent such as ethanol. There is a risk of damage such as cracks. 【RE212-G、BM312-G(BO312-G) Combination diagram】... -
Page 41: Accessories
12. BC102-G Instruction manual Accessories Check before operation that all the accessories are complete. Contact original dealer of purchase if anything is missing. ① Connection cable ② Knurled screws ③ Wraparound ④ Retaining plate prevention plate WARNING DO NOT touch hot surfaces. Do not touch anything other than the handle during or immediately after operation. -
Page 42: Installation Procedure
12. BC102-G Instruction manual Installation Procedure ① Place this unit on the right side of the RE212-G and place the BM312-G (BO312- G) so that it fits inside the positioning RE212-G bumper on the base. BC102-G BM312-G Positioning bumper (4 places) BO312-G ②... - Page 43 12. BC102-G Instruction manual Installation Procedure ④ Connect to the Mini DIN connector (4pin) on the back of this unit. Let the cable hang down. ⑤ Secure the supplied retaining plate with the supplied knurled screw to prevent the connection cord from coming off. ⑥...
- Page 44 12.BC102-G Instruction manual Installation Procedure (Accessories) By attaching the accessory wraparound prevention plate to this unit, you can cover the drive part of RE212-G and suppress the wraparounds of operators hair. Install it if necessary. Wraparound prevention plate Knurled screws Slide the wraparound prevention plate from the RE212-G side, align the slotted hole of the Screw hole...
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Page 45: Operation Procedure
12. BC102-G Instruction manual Operation Procedure 1. Starting operation ①Immerse the flask of RE212-G in the water chamber of BM312-G (BO312-G). ②Please close the lid. ③Always start operation at atmospheric pressure. ※Follow the respective instruction manuals to use RE212-G and BM312-G (BO312-G). ①... -
Page 46: Reference Data
12. REFERENCE DATA Solvent Boiling Point Substance Chemical Molecular Density Latent heat Boiling Degree of vacuum at each formula weight (g/cm point (°c) boiling point (hPa) (20 °C) vaporization Boiling Point (cal/g) (1013 hPa) 25 °C 30 °C 40 °C (1013 hPa) Diethyl ether 74.1... -
Page 47: List Of Hazardous Substances
13. LIST OF HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES Never attempt to process explosives, flammables or any items which contain explosives or flammables. ①Nitroglycol, Glycerine trinitrate, Cellulose Nitrate and other explosive nitrate esters ②Trinitrobenzen, Trinitrotoluene, Picric Acid and other explosive nitro compounds ③Acetyl Hydroperoxide, Methyl Ethyl Ketone Peroxide, Benzoyl Peroxide and other organic peroxides ④Metallic Azide, including Sodium Azide, etc. -
Page 48: Standard Installation Manual
14. STANDARD INSTALLATION MANUAL Install this equipment according to following format (check options and special specifications separately). Charged Personnel or Installation Installation Model Serial Number Company Name for Judgment Date proved by Installation № Item Implementation method Chapter No. & Reference page of Judgment instruction manual Specifications... - Page 49 Notice ● Instruction manual descriptions and specifications are subject to change without notice. ● KNF NEUBERGER GmbH / Yamato Scientific Co., Ltd. will replace flawed instruction manuals (pages missing, pages out of order, etc.) upon request. Instruction Manual Rotary Evaporator...