Finish Thompson LS-Jr - Manual

Model LS-Jr.
Vacuum Attachment
INTRODUCTION
The LS-Jr. with vacuum attachment provides for safe in-house
reclamation of contaminated solvents with boiling points of
200° to 500°F (93° to 260°C). Most solvents conform easily
and safely to this thermal distillation process. However,
because most SOLVENTS ARE COMBUSTIBLE, EXTREME
CAUTION must be exercised when operating the unit. When
properly installed and operated, the LS-JrV provides long,
trouble-free service, reclaiming 3 to 4 gallons (11-15 liters) of
solvent in 6 to 8 hours. For your safety, reclamation is limited
by design to this rate.
PRINCIPLES
The LS-JrV utilizes breakthrough technology to reclaim higher
boiling solvents. A unique vertical solvent pump and JetVac are
immersed in a single reservoir and used to create a vacuum in
the distillation unit.
Solvent in the reservoir tank is circulated by the solvent pump
through the high-velocity JetVac. This high-speed circulation
produces a vacuum in the distillation unit. A cooling coil in the
reservoir tank maintains solvent temperature. As additional
solvent is recovered and cooled, it is gravity fed from the
vacuum unit to a 5-gallon distillate pail.
WARRANTY
When the LS-JrV is operated in strict accordance with these
instructions, it is guaranteed to recover higher boiling solvents
and is warranted 180 days from date of shipment against
defects in materials and workmanship. All warranty claims
FOB Erie, Pennsylvania.
INSTALLATION SITE
Install in a well-ventilated area in accordance with Articles 500
and 501, Class I, Division 1, Group D of the National Electric
Code (explosion proof installation). Installation should be by a
qualified electrician and inspected by your insurance company.
The area surrounding the LS-JrV should be inspected carefully
to insure an explosionproof area. The LS-JrV must not be
installed in an area where open flame, sparks or electrical
arcing are present.
You must determine dimension R (see Figure 1). It illustrates
the largest area where explosive mixtures can be present. In a
well-ventilated area, R is often less than 10 ft. (3m). However,
R can also be more than 10 ft.
Explosionproof
conduit Explosionproof
box Explosionproof
wiring Wall
5-gallon
atmospheric
distillate pail
Figure 1
Ignition of explosive mixtures can result from various items
causing "hot spots." Because of this, in the area defined by R,
the following are
ABSOLUTELY ESSENTIAL.
All electricals must be explosionproof hard
conduit and explosion proof boxes.
No potential for sparks can be present (for
exam pie, non-explosion proof outlets and
electrical switches, coffeepots and other
appliances, static electricity sources, etc.).
No flames can be present (for example,
torches, furnaces, cigarettes, etc.).
Your qualified electrician can answer any questions you may
have for selecting the best LS-Jr. and vacuum attachment
installation site and regarding applicable electrical codes.
WARNING: The LS-Jr . is a boiling vessel, not a reaction vessel. Chemical reactions within the unit must not be permitted
to occur. The user must know the composition of the waste material to be processed. Most contaminated
solvents are recommended for the thermal distillation process. However, reactive materials must not be
processed in the LS-Jr. distilling unit. You must read and understand the caution printed on the lid
of the unit
prior to operation, it reads: "CAUTION: Dangerous health and safety problems will occur if reactive materials
(example: lacquers with nitrocellulose) are processed."
Installation and Maintenance Instructions
See page 5 for detailed warranty information.