Distek Evolution 6100 - Chapter 2 Installation

Chapter 2: Installation
Operation Manual: Evolution Series
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2 Installation
This chapter will describe the steps necessary to properly unpack and install the
instrument.
Unpacking ............................................................................. 2-2
Leveling the Evolution System ..................................................... 2-3
Installing the Thermocirculator (Evolution 6300 Only) ......................... 2-6
Placement and Connections ..................................................... 2-7
Filling the Water Bath ............................................................ 2-8
Priming the Pump ................................................................. 2-8
Positioning the Vessels .............................................................2-10
Paddle and Basket Installation ....................................................2-11
Paddle Blade Installation........................................................2-11
Basket Installation ...............................................................2-11
Checking Paddles, Baskets and Shafts for Straightness.....................2-12
Checking Shaft Centering .......................................................2-12
Paddles and Basket Height Adjustment..........................................2-12
Initial Height Setting for Paddles and Baskets: ..............................2-13
Quick Change Height Adjustment Knob (Paddles or Baskets)..............2-14
Installing the Calibration Probe...................................................2-14
Installation Checkout...............................................................2-15
RPM Control .......................................................................2-15
Test Duration .....................................................................2-15
Temperature Control ............................................................2-16
Time and Date ....................................................................2-16