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Buchi R-215 User Manual

Buchi R-215
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93076
en
R-210/215
Rotavapor
®
Operation Manual

Table of Contents

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Buchi R-215 Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeRotary Evaporator
Heating BathYes
Rotation Speed20 - 280 rpm
LiftManual or Motorized
Heating Bath MaterialStainless Steel
MaterialStainless steel, glass
Power Supply220-240 V / 50-60 Hz
Bath Temperature20 to 180 °C
Evaporation Flask Capacity1 - 5 L
GlasswareStandard
WeightApprox. 25 kg (depending on configuration)

Summary

Safety

Warning notices used in this manual

Explains the meaning of WARNING, ATTENTION, and NOTE symbols used in the manual.

Product safety

Discusses residual dangers and manufacturer's responsibilities regarding instrument safety.

Instrument-related hazards

Details hazards like hot surfaces, electrical hazards, and implosion risks from glassware.

Other hazards

Covers hazards related to solvent properties, such as peroxide formation and flammability.

Technical data

Description of function

Functional principle of a Rotavapor

Explains the basic principle of operation for single-step distillations using vacuum and rotation.

Functional principle considering the V assembly as example

Illustrates the functional principle with a V assembly, detailing evaporation, rotation, and condensation areas.

Controls of Rotavapor R-210/215

Identifies and describes the various control elements on the Rotavapor unit.

Combination of Rotavapor and vacuum controller

Details how the Rotavapor and vacuum controller can be connected for automated operation.

Putting into operation

Installation site

Provides guidelines for selecting a suitable installation location for the instrument.

Electrical connections

Details how to safely connect the instrument electrically, emphasizing earthing.

Functional test

Outlines the steps for performing functional tests, including vacuum tightness and rotation speed.

Operation

Settings at the heating bath

Covers how to adjust settings for the heating bath, including temperature control.

Setting the heating bath temperature

Details the procedure for setting the desired temperature for the heating bath.

Switching the B-491 from water bath mode to oil bath mode

Explains how to switch the heating bath between water and oil bath modes.

Switching the B-491 from oil bath mode to water bath mode

Describes how to switch the heating bath from oil bath mode back to water bath mode.

Selecting the set temperature

Guides on how to select and lock the set temperature for the heating bath.

Changing / switching off the set temperature

Explains how to modify or delete the set temperature for the heating bath.

Immersion angle of the evaporating flask into the heating bath

Details how to adjust the immersion angle of the evaporating flask for optimal performance.

Lowering and raising the evaporating flask into and out of the heating bath

Explains how to use the quick-action jack to safely move the flask into and out of the bath.

Selecting the distillation conditions

Provides guidance on selecting optimal conditions for distillation, including temperature and vacuum.

Distilling

Outlines the steps for performing a distillation operation.

Optimizing the distillation conditions

Offers tips on how to optimize distillation parameters for better results.

When the distillation "dies out"

Describes troubleshooting steps when the distillation process slows down or stops unexpectedly.

Maintenance

Troubleshooting

Malfunctions and their remedy

Lists common instrument malfunctions, their causes, and corrective actions.

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