Labconco RapidVap Vacuum, N2 and N2/48 Evaporation Systems 7910015 - Manual (Page 21)

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Chapter 3: Getting Started
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Exhaust Port
If the RapidVap N
2
is not located in a fume hood, attach
one end of the two inch diameter venting hose that is
supplied with the RapidVap to the exhaust port on the
right side of the unit. Clamp securely. Route the other
end to a fume hood or other laboratory ventilation
device.
Electrical Connection
Plug the power cord into the receptacle on the back of
the RapidVap and plug the other end into a suitable
wall power receptacle.
Calibrate the Vacuum Sensor
The vacuum sensor can be calibrated to room ambient
atmospheric pressure. To do this, determine the
atmospheric pressure using a known reference device
such as a mercury barometer. Press and hold the
vacuum release button on the RapidVap while turning
on the RapidVap power switch. Use the increase or
decrease buttons to make the vacuum display agree
with the reference pressure. Press run to store the
calibration in memory.
Chemical Attack on
RapidVap Components
Your RapidVap Evaporation System is designed to be
chemical resistant to most compounds that are
commonly used in the concentration processes that are
performed in it. However, by necessity, the RapidVap
is comprised of a number of different materials, some
of which may be attacked and degraded by certain
chemicals. The degree of degradation is obviously
dependent on the concentration and duration of
exposure. Some of the major components of the
RapidVap that are susceptible to degradation are as
follows:
N
V