Labconco Crude Fiber Digestion Apparatus 30002 - Manual (Page 9)

NORMAL OPERATION
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Normal Operation
The following section provides a general outline of steps necessary to perform a routine
digestion on the Labconco Crude Fiber Digestor. Actual test methods, sample preparation,
solvent choices, etc., are determined by official methods of the A.O.A.C. and should be referred
to in all cases.
• Turn on cold water supply, check visual flow at the drain area. The heater and water
flow rates may be adjusted to vary the reflux rates according to the operator’s preference.
• Prepare samples per standard method for the product under examination
• Place required quantity of sample in the beaker.
• Place digestion medium of proper type and quantity into beaker.
• Place beaker on the heaters and while firmly holding knob turn 1/4 turn to the left, and
slowly let beaker rise to condenser head. DO NOT let go of knob until beaker is in
position against condenser head.
• Turn the main power switch, located on the right side, to the “ON” position. Controls on
the panel independently regulate one 350 watt heater. The pilot lights indicate heater
“ON” cycle.
• Follow A.O.A.C. method and procedure for determination of fiber content