Labconco CentriVap micro IR Vacuum Concentrators 77010 Series User Manual
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Under normal operation, the CentriVap micro IR requires little maintenance. The
following maintenance schedule is recommended. Before servicing disconnect
electrical power. Special precautions must be observed if materials used in the
CentriVap micro IR Concentrator are known to be hazardous, toxic, radioactive or
contaminated with pathogenic micro organisms. Before servicing, the CentriVap
micro IR Concentrator must be suitably decontaminated. Wear appropriate
eyewear, gloves and other safety apparel.
As needed:
Before using any cleaning or decontamination method except those recommended
by the manufacturer, users should check with the manufacturer that the proposed
method will not damage equipment.
1. Clean up all spills; remove liquids from the chamber. Clean or decontaminate
all surfaces using agents suitable for the substance spilled.
2. Clean lid and gasket using soft cloth, sponge or chamois and a mild, non-
abrasive soap or detergent.
3. At the end of the run, liquid collected in the glass traps should be removed. To
empty the trap, remove the glass from the mounting bracket, remove the
silicone stopper. Dispose of the liquid in accordance with all codes. Reinstall
the silicone stopper and replace the glass trap to its mounting bracket.
4. To prolong the life of the vacuum pump and to optimize its performance, it is
important to purge all liquid from within it. Once the concentration process is
completed and the glass trap has been emptied, open the CentriVap micro IR
lid and turn the Mode selector switch to “ON.” The pump will operate and
will draw air through the system. The rotor will not turn with the lid open. The
length of the liquid purge time is dependent on the volatility of the solvents
used. Once all of the liquid is purged from the vacuum lines, turn the mode
selector switch to “OFF.”
5. Check rotors for loose or missing parts. Tighten or replace as required. Do
not use defective rotors.
6. Inspect the chamber to insure that there are no cracks or structural damage.
Call Labconco if defects exist.