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Hei-VAP Expert/Expert Control
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  • Page 1 Intelligent evaporation Betriebsanleitung Operating instructions Notice d'instructions Hei-VAP Expert/Expert Control Hei-VAP Ultimate/Ultimate Control...
  • Page 2 Contents Introduction About this document ..................66 Typographic conventions ....................66 Copyright protection ....................66 Safety instructions in the official languages of the European Union ........66 General product information Directives applied, product certification ............. 67 California Residents ..................67 Customs declaration ..................
  • Page 3 Commissioning Set up the device ................... 77 Connecting the control panel ................78 Power supply ....................78 Switching the device on/off ................78 Transportation lock ..................78 Evaporation flask ................... 79 Mount/remove evaporation flasks ................. 79 Adjust the evaporation flask inclination ................80 Adjust the immersion depth ..................80 Flask lift ........................81 Receiving flask ......................81...
  • Page 4 Operation Operating modes ................... 97 Base mode ....................98 Operating mode Advanced ................98 Dynamic AUTOaccurate (DAA) mode ................99 Ramp profiles mode....................102 Favorites mode ......................106 Remote mode ....................108 Operation with intermediate valve (option) ............108 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting ....................111 Appendix RS 232 interface commands ................113 Technical specifications ..................115 Scope of delivery ...................116 Accessories ....................116...
  • Page 5 About this document These operating instructions describe all the functions and operation of the Hei-VAP Expert, Hei-VAP Expert Control, Hei-VAP Ultimate and Hei-VAP Ultimate Control type rotary evapora- tors. The operating instructions are an integral part of the described device! Typographic conventions...
  • Page 6 General product information General product information Directives applied, product certification CE marking The device meets all requirements of the following directives: • European Machinery Directive, 2006/42/EC • EMC Directive, 2004/108/EC NRTL Certification The device has been tested in accordance with the following standards: •...
  • Page 7 General product information Reasonably foreseeable misuse Additional measures may be necessary for use under conditions or for purposes deviating from the intended use, and/or specific guidelines and safety regulations must be observed. Corresponding requirements must be evaluated and implemented by the operator in each individual case.
  • Page 8 Prior to use, check that the device and the power supply cord are free of visible damage. Always have repairs and/or maintenance work on the device carried out by an authorized elec- trician or by the technical service department of Heidolph Instruments. Always switch off and disconnect the device from the power supply, preventing reconnection, before carrying out maintenance work, cleaning, or repairs.
  • Page 9 Safety Occupational safety Always use the prescribed personal protective equipment (PPE) such as protective clothing, safety goggles, protective gloves, safety shoes, etc. Do not operate any other devices in the immediate vicinity of the device ... – which can generate electromagnetic fields in the frequency range between 9 × 10  Hz to 3 × 10  Hz,...
  • Page 10 Noncompliance will invalidate any warranty claims against Heidolph Instruments. The operator is generally liable for all damage resulting from unauthorized changes or modifi- cations to the device, from the use of unapproved or non-genuine spare parts and accessories,...
  • Page 11 Device description Device description Mechanical design Front view The Hei-VAP Expert and Hei-VAP Ultimate variants have an identical design, but are equipped with different control panels. The illustration shows an example of the Hei-VAP Ultimate model with glassware Condenser (example G3) with receiving...
  • Page 12 Device description Control panel The control panels of the Hei-VAP Ultimate and Hei-VAP Expert variants differ in terms of the dimen- sions and arrangement of the controls. The functionality of the controls described is identical for all variants. The control elements of the central display are touch-sensitive (touch panel) and can be operated by finger or with a suitable stylus.
  • Page 13 Device description Control-Box The Control Box is an integral part of the delivery of the Hei-VAP Expert Control and Hei-VAP Ultimate Control variants and serves to control the peripheral devices. Free slots for expansion cards, e.g. intermediate valve (option) 2 RS 232 interface for the connection of a recirculation chiller...
  • Page 14 Device description Control and display elements Control element Function Touch this button to open the main menu with the following options: • Applications → operating mode • Settings → system parameters • Languages → menu language Button [Main menu] • Formats → system configuration and display formats •...
  • Page 15 Device description Buttons and symbols The following table provides an overview of the most important HMI buttons and icons on the control panel and in the menu navigation: Symbol Function Menu button Home button Automatic mode DAA button Ramp profile mode button Activate favorites mode button Start / start all button Stop / stop all button...
  • Page 16 Ensuring proper system and/or device mounting, including all accessory parts, is the general responsibility of the operating company. If required, Heidolph offers a professional system and/or device mounting service, including all supplied components and including commissioning. The associated mounting instructions (Ref.
  • Page 17 At the same time, in this case, any warranty claims against Heidolph Instruments will invalidate.
  • Page 18 Commissioning ➜ Switch off the device: Switching off the device with the flask lift in the upper end position, the additional electronic safety function will be disabled. ➜ Switch on the device again: The device is ready for use. Evaporation flask CAUTION In the event of improper handling, the evaporation flask that is to be used may fall to the ground.
  • Page 19 Commissioning Procedure ➜ Stop all running processes and the rotation of the flask and move the flask lift to the upper end position (see section „Flask lift“ on page 81). ➜ Loosen the screw connection of the EASY CLIP at the vapor tube and push the clamping bracket outward (see figure above).
  • Page 20 Commissioning Flask lift Devices with manual lift Devices with a manual lift are equipped with a lever for moving the lift up and down: ➜ Push and move the lever to the left to move the lift up. ➜ Push and move the lever to the right to move the lift down.
  • Page 21 Commissioning Fill the heating bath CAUTION If the level in the bath is too high, there is a risk that the heating bath liquid will overflow when the flask is immersed. • Property damages • Loss of production The device and surrounding areas can be severely contaminated by escaping heating bath liquid! Take the imprinted MIN/MAX markings on the inside of the heating bath as a reference.
  • Page 22 Commissioning ➜ Remove the heating bath from the base unit. ➜ Empty and let cool down the heating bath. ➜ Press the reset button [1] on the bottom of the heating bath with a suitable tool (blunt tip, insulated or non-conductive material).
  • Page 23 Commissioning Device configuration The basic settings for operation are made in the main menu. After switching on the device and initializing the software, the start page of the last active operating mode appears (in the example: Advanced mode, DAA mode [2]). System time/timer/stopwatch selection ➜...
  • Page 24 Commissioning Set system time manually ➜ Deselect the option [NTP server] in the [Hei-CONTROL Pro] menu to set the system time manually. ➜ Confirm with [OK] to exit the menu [Hei-CONTROL Pro] and open the start window using the Home button. ➜ If necessary, switch to the display mode [System time], see „System time/timer/stopwatch selection“...
  • Page 25 Commissioning Menu structure The following buttons and function buttons are available in the main menu: Button Function/Meaning [Home] button. Touch this function button to return to the previously opened view (start window). Touch this function button to open the [Applications] menu and select an Operating modes operating mode.
  • Page 26 Commissioning Button Function/Meaning Hei-CONTROL Touch this function button to open the screen form for definition of the network parameters. System check Touch this function button to perform a full system check. Error list Touch this function button to open the list of all error messages. Touch this function button to open the information window of the system, Info including firmware and hardware data .
  • Page 27 Commissioning Rotary knob right: ... Use this menu item to define the function of the temperature/vacuum control knob on the control panel. ➜ Touch the function button to switch between the two options: – Selection [Vacuum]: The rotary knob is used to regulate the vacuum pressure. –...
  • Page 28 Commissioning When loading favorites and ramp profiles, it is automatically checked whether the set maximum bath temperature could affect the process. In this case, a warning message appears on the display. ➜ Confirm your entry with [OK] to accept the modification. Overpressure This menu item allows you to set the value for the safety shutdown of the system when an impermissible high vacuum pressure is reached.
  • Page 29 Commissioning Calibrate pressure sensor The vacuum sensor is properly calibrated by the manufacturer before delivery. Normally, recalibration is not required. During a user recalibration, the evaporation flask should rotate to ensure that system does not have any leaks. All other processes must be stopped! ➜...
  • Page 30 Commissioning Start process: Lift ... Only devices with motor lift: In this menu, define the behavior of the flask lift at the start of the process. ➜ Touch the function button to switch between the two options: – [Start process: Lift on]: With this selection, the flask lift automatically moves to the lower end position when starting the process and the evaporation flask is thus automatically immersed in the heating bath.
  • Page 31 Commissioning Applications In the Applications menu, you can switch between the manual mode [Basic] and the automatic mode [Advanced] (see section „Operating modes“ on page 97 for a detailed description of the operating modes). ➜ Complete all running processes before changing the operating mode.
  • Page 32 Commissioning Data logging The [Data logging] function can be used to record the individual steps of a process. The func- tion records each individual step with start and end time and stores this information in the Data logging memory. The internal database offers a total of 30 slots with a capacity of 550,000 entries per measurement series for this.
  • Page 33 Commissioning Delete entries ➜ To delete an entry from the list, touch the associated Delete button. During the deletion, the assigned Delete button is highlighted in yellow: Save entries on USB stick Recorded entries can be saved on an USB-stick. To do this, connect a VFAT-formatted USB stick to the USB port of the display and open the data list as described.
  • Page 34 Commissioning If the time is synchronized via a time server, the function button [System time] in the display header can only be used to select a time zone. If an ethernet connection exists, the system time is updated automati- cally via the defined time server. To define the system time manually, the [NTP server] option must be deselected! The full functionality of the Hei-CONTROL Pro application also requires the Hei-CONTROL Pro server.
  • Page 35 Commissioning PTFE seal The PTFE seal of the device must be cleaned after a 100-hour break-in period. To do this, follow the steps in this section. CAUTION Improper cleaning can damage the surfaces of the PTFE seal. Clean the seal surfaces with a soft, lint-free and only slightly moistened cloth.
  • Page 36 Operation Operation Operating modes WARNING Due to incorrect/insufficient process settings, there is a risk that impermissible operating values are reached and, as a result, device components will be damaged and heating bath liquid and/or distillation material will escape. In general, qualified personnel is allowed to adjust the process settings of the device.
  • Page 37 Operation Base mode After switching on the device and initializing the software, the start page of the last active operating mode appears. Open the [Main menu] (1), touch the [Applications] function button and activate the operating mode [Basic]. In the [Basic] mode, the operating parameters vacuum pressure, rotational speed and heating bath temperature are entered manually by the operator.
  • Page 38 Operation Dynamic AUTOaccurate (DAA) mode In Dynamic AUTOaccurate (DAA) mode, the vacuum pressure is controlled depending on the temperature. System requirements For operation in Dynamic AUTOaccurate (DAA) mode, the device has to be equipped with an optional AUTOaccurate sensor. The AUTOaccurate sensor can only be used in combination with glass- ware G3 or G6! The temperature-dependent vacuum control in DAA mode is based on two values: –...
  • Page 39 Operation Activate DAA mode Touch the function button [Operating mode] (2), then touch the [Dynamic AUTOaccurate] icon in the following selection. Adjust parameters Touch the keypad of a parameter to open the keyboard. Options: – Coolant temperature (3), -10 – 20 °C – Rotation speed (4), 10 – 280 rpm –...
  • Page 40 Operation Create DAA profile A new DAA profile can be defined during the ongoing process on basis of the current operating parameters or in advance using specified parameters. Switch to screen 2 of the operating mode. Touch the [New] button to create a new profile. The view switches to screen 3.
  • Page 41 Operation Hysteresis opening pressure of the vacuum valve Open the selection manual/automatic hysteresis via the function button [Hysteresis Δp] in the parameter view: • When selecting [Automatic hysteresis], predefined hysteresis values are applied for different pressure ranges, see illustration on the right. •...
  • Page 42 Operation Ramp profiles You can find the list of the available ramp profiles on screen 2 of the operating mode (to open, swipe left once on the display). If necessary, use the arrow buttons on the right side to scroll through the list. Load Ramp profiles and start process Mark the required list entry and confirm with [Load] to load the profile.
  • Page 43 Operation It is not possible to assign designations for ramp profiles twice in the system. If a desired designation already exists, a warning message appears on the display. In this case, change the designation or overwrite the existing ramp profile. This operation cannot be undone! Edit ramp profiles •...
  • Page 44 Operation Process parameters Switch to screen 5 of the operating mode. Here, you can define the following parameters (tap on the value to switch between the options or to open the keyboard): • [Hysteresis Δp]: Hysteresis for the opening pressure of the vacuum valve, see section „Hysteresis opening pressure of the vacuum valve“...
  • Page 45 Operation Favorites mode In [Favorites] mode, user-specific parameter settings for the distillation of certain substances can be stored as favorites. When in [Favorites] mode, processes have to be stopped manually or via a timer. There is no automatic switch-off! Activate Favorites mode Touch the function button [Operating mode] (2), then touch the [Favorites] icon in the following selection.
  • Page 46 Operation Process parameters Switch to screen 3 of the operating mode. Here, you can define the following parameters (tap on value): • [Vacuum]: Vacuum pressure (1 – 1,400 mbar) • [Hysteresis Δp]: Hysteresis for the opening pressure of the vacuum valve, see section „Hysteresis opening pressure of the vacuum valve“...
  • Page 47 Operation Remote mode The RS 232 interface on the control panel of the device allows to control the device as well as to record the process data in remote mode via an external control. This requires a suitable software which supports the set of commands stored in the device (see „RS 232 interface commands“...
  • Page 48 Operation Switched states When switching on the device, the intermediate valve is closed by default. When switching the intermediate valve, the display changes as follows: • In the closed state, the symbols [1] and [2] are shown in white. • When the intermediate valve is open, the symbols [1] and [2] are shown in yellow.
  • Page 49 Operation ➜ Define an initial switch point in the respective sub-menu [Parameters]: Tap on the value, define a new value in the following input field and confirm (in the example: [Favorites] mode). In general, the switch value of the intermediate valve has to be lower than the process pressure during which the solvent will be evaporated.
  • Page 50 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Failure Possible cause –  remedy No power supply, check power supply cord. Fuse defective, replace. Device does not turn on On/off switch to OFF, switch on. Display remains dark after switching on On/off switch defective, contact technical service. Connection cable heating bath is not connected, connect.
  • Page 51 Troubleshooting AUTOaccurate sensor not connected, connect or check the connection, switch off and on the device if necessary. Automatic mode (DAA) cannot be AUTOaccurate sensor defective, visual inspection selected for defect, contact technical service, replace sensor if necessary. Temperature outside the measuring range, heat the sensor or let it cool down.
  • Page 52 Appendix Appendix RS 232 interface commands Command Response Description r\r\n RPM:xxxx\r\n Actual value (display rotation speed in rpm). Set value (set rotation speed in rpm): Rxxx\r\n RPM_SET:xxx\r\n xxxx=10-280. If the command does not contain a numeric value, the actual value will be reported. Rotation off (x=0) or on (x=1).
  • Page 53 Appendix Display status of all actuators: Set value;operating mode;actual value. Example: R(120;1;119) corre- sponds to: set value (rotation speed: 120 rpm), R(120;1;119), rotation ON, actual value (rotation speed: 119 rpm). H(55;1;34.9), V(899;0;1015), Sensors (type;status): Example: AA=AutoAccurate, s\r\n C(-1.0;1;0.9), V=Steam. I(700;1;0), Valves (switch states;operating mode;current switch T(AA;20.5)\r\n state): Example: Mode 0=manual, mode 1=auto and...
  • Page 54 Appendix Technical specifications General device data Model Rotary evaporator Hei-VAP Expert/Ultimate Variant with motor driven lift & glassware G3: 739 × 887 × 477 mm Dimensions (W × H × D) Variant with manual lift & glassware G3: 739 × 887 × 532 mm Weight approx. 15 kg, without glassware Acoustic pressure < 85 (dB(A)) (in accordance with IEC 61010)
  • Page 55 Quantity Product no. Rotary evaporator Hei-VAP Expert, complete see package list Rotary evaporator Hei-VAP Ultimate, complete Operating instructions 01-005-005-86 Warranty registration 01-006-002-78 Accessories Detailed information on the available accessories for your device variant can be found on our website at www.heidolph-instruments.com.
  • Page 56 Always replace the two device fuses in pairs with original manufacturer fuses. Further information on available accessories can be found on our website at www.heidolph.com! After fuse replacement, check the device for a safe condition according to IEC 61010-1.
  • Page 57 Appendix CAUTION At loose/leaky connections, ambient air is sucked in during the vacuum build-up and the required vacuum pressure cannot be reached in a stable manner! In the event of excess pressure, there is a risk that liquid will escape from the system! The device and surrounding areas can be severely contami- nated by leaking media! Tighten loose caps/fasteners by hand or correct the seating of the...
  • Page 58 The warranty period for registered products begins on the date of purchase. Register the product with the enclosed warranty card or on our homepage www.heidolph.com. For non-registered products, the warranty period begins with the date of the serial production (to be determined by the serial number).
  • Page 59 If yes, with which substances did the device come into contact? LEGALLY BINDING DECLARATION The principal/consignor is aware that they are liable to the agent/consignee for losses or damage incurred due to incomplete and incorrect information. Date Signature Company stamp © Heidolph Instruments GmbH & Co. KG Doc-ID: 01-006-003-30-2 – Ed.: 2022-11-08...

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