Buchi F-325 Operation Manual

Buchi F-325 Operation Manual

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  • Page 1 Recirculating Chiller F-325 Operation Manual...
  • Page 2 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.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Establishing electrical connections .................... 17 Installing the hoses .......................... 18 Filling and draining the coolant tank .................... 18 5.5.1 Filling the coolant tank ...................... 18 5.5.2 Draining the coolant tank ..................... 18 Installing a vacuum pump (option).....................  19 Operation Manual Recirculating Chiller F-325...
  • Page 4 Taking out of service..........................  24 Disposal .............................  24 Returning the instrument ........................ 24 Appendix ............................ 25 10.1 Spare parts and accessories ...................... 25 10.1.1 Spare parts .......................... 25 10.1.2 Accessories.......................... 25 10.2 Declaration............................ 26 10.2.1 Health and safety ......................... 26 Operation Manual Recirculating Chiller F-325...
  • Page 5: About This Document

    1.3 Connected devices In addition to these operating instructions, follow the instructions and specifications in the documentation for the connected devices. Operation Manual Recirculating Chiller F-325 5/28...
  • Page 6: Safety

    Safety-related incidents that occur while using the instrument 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.
  • Page 7: Warning Notices In This Document

    The following warning symbols are displayed in this operation manual or on the instrument. Symbol Meaning General warning Dangerous electrical voltage Heavy item Explosive substances Flammable substances Health-harming or irritant substances Hot surface Instrument damage Dangerous gases Corrosive Cuts by sharp edges Operation Manual Recirculating Chiller F-325 7/28...
  • Page 8: Residual Risks

    Always wear appropriate personal protective equipment such as safety goggles, protective clothing and gloves. Make sure that the personal protective equipment meets the requirements of the safety data sheets for all chemicals used. 8/28 Operation Manual Recirculating Chiller F-325...
  • Page 9: Modifications

    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.
  • Page 10: Product Description

    The instrument is designed for installation of a 20 L Rotavapor® from BUCHI on top of it. 3.1.1 Process overview Fig. 1: Process overview...
  • Page 11: Configuration

    Empty space to install vacuum Navigation control pump Coolant level indicator (see Chap- Cooling lamella for air flow in ter 3.2.3 "Fill level indicator", page 12) On/Off masterswitch Castor wheels Display (see Chapter 3.2.2 "Dis- play", page 12) Operation Manual Recirculating Chiller F-325 11/28...
  • Page 12: Display

    Indicates connection to the BUCHI vacuum controller Actual temperature Options activated if control knob is pressed Set temperature locked Set temperature 3.2.3 Fill level indicator Max fill level mark Min fill level mark Current fill level indication 12/28 Operation Manual Recirculating Chiller F-325...
  • Page 13: Rear View

    Main coolant flow OUT Coolant flow IN / OUT for second condenser (bypass it when no second condenser is installed) Filling connection for coolant 10 Castor wheels BUCHI standard COM port 11 Drain of coolant Resettable fuse Operation Manual Recirculating Chiller F-325 13/28...
  • Page 14: Type Plate

    Temperature range –10 °C to +25 °C Cooling capacity at 15 °C* 2500 W Cooling capacity at 10 °C* 2200 W Cooling capacity at 0 °C* 1400 W Cooling capacity at -10 °C* 800 W 14/28 Operation Manual Recirculating Chiller F-325...
  • Page 15: Ambient Conditions

    3.5.2 Fill level sensor The instrument has an integrated fill level sensor. The fill level sensor checks whether the instrument is filled with the minimum amount of coolant. See also Chapter 3.2.3 "Fill level indicator", page 12. Operation Manual Recirculating Chiller F-325 15/28...
  • Page 16: Transport And Storage

    Empty the coolant tank before storing the instrument. After storage, check the instrument and all tubing for damage and replace if necessary. 4.3 Moving the instrument Release the castor breaks. Move the instrument to the designated place. Lock the castor breaks. 16/28 Operation Manual Recirculating Chiller F-325...
  • Page 17: Installation

    The installation site is as specified in the technical date. See Chapter 3.4 "Technical data", page 14 Have the installation carried out by an electrician or a person with similar expert knowledge. Carry out the installation according to the instructions. See Guide for electrical installation Operation Manual Recirculating Chiller F-325 17/28...
  • Page 18: Installing The Hoses

    Open the drain tap and allow coolant to run into the receptacle. Wait until the the cooland drained. Close the drain tap. Connect other devices to the instrument. See Chapter 5.4 "Installing the hoses", page 18. 18/28 Operation Manual Recirculating Chiller F-325...
  • Page 19: Installing A Vacuum Pump (Option)

    Connect the pump outlet to the secondary condenser with the enclosed FEP tubing (3). Place the vacuum pump in the allocated space making sure that the tubing is not disconnected in the process. Connect the vacuum pump to the Rotavapor® using the power cable (4). Operation Manual Recirculating Chiller F-325 19/28...
  • Page 20: Operation

    The padlock symbol appears on the display. To cancel the lock function, press and hold the navigation control. ð The padlock symbol disappears. 6.4 Shutting down the instrument Switch the On/Off master switch to Off. 20/28 Operation Manual Recirculating Chiller F-325...
  • Page 21: Cleaning And Servicing

    Users may only carry out the servicing and cleaning operations described in this section. Any servicing and repair work which involves opening up the casing may only be carried out by BUCHI service technicians. 7.1 Regular maintenance work Action Additional information...
  • Page 22: Help With Faults

    Allow it to cool down. Clean the air intake (see Chapter 7.2 "Cleaning Temperature error the housing", page 21). Switch the instrument on again. If the problem cannot be rectified contact BUCHI Customer Service. Coolant tank empty Switch off the instrument. or level too low, Allow it to cool down.
  • Page 23: Setting A Resettable Fuse Back

    Switch off the instrument and let it cool down. Disconnect it from the power supply. Fuse ok Gently push the resettable fuse back into prestressed position when fuse is activated. If the fuse trips repeatedly, contact BUCHI customer service. Operation Manual Recirculating Chiller F-325 23/28...
  • Page 24: Taking Out Of Service And Disposal

    When disposing, observe the disposal regulations of the materials used. Materials used see Chapter 3.4 "Technical data", page 14. 9.3 Returning the instrument Before returning the instrument, contact the BÜCHI Labortechnik AG Service Department. https://www.buchi.com/contact 24/28 Operation Manual Recirculating Chiller F-325...
  • Page 25: Appendix

    Appendix | 10 10 Appendix 10.1 Spare parts and accessories Use only genuine BUCHI consumables and spare parts in order to ensure correct, safe and reliable operation of the system. NOTE Any modifications of spare parts or assemblies are only allowed with the prior written permission of BUCHI.
  • Page 26: Declaration

    — we have taken all measures necessary to prevent potential hazards in respect of the products returned. 26/28 Operation Manual Recirculating Chiller F-325...
  • Page 27 Büchi Labortechnik AG Appendix | 10 Company name or stamp: Place, date: Name (block letters), position (block letters): Signature: Operation Manual Recirculating Chiller F-325 27/28...
  • Page 28 We are represented by more than 100 distribution partners worldwide. Find your local representative at: www.buchi.com...

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