Labconco RapidVap Vacuum, N2 and N2/48 Evaporation Systems 7910015 - Manual (Page 6)

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Chapter 1: Introduction
The gyrating motion imparted to the sample causes
other, more subtle effects to occur. Excellent mixing of
the components in the liquid sample is obtained. Also,
as the liquid forms the vortex shape, a centrifugal force
is established which forces the liquid outward against
the tube walls. This helps prevent bumping and in turn
allows the evaporation rate to be optimized.
The microprocessor which controls the operation of the
heater and the motor provides excellent regulation and
reproducibility of protocols. The end of the run can be
signaled by the automatic end point system or by a
manually preset timer. Nine different protocols can be
stored in memory so exact test parameters can be easily
repeated.
About This Manual
This manual is designed to help you learn how to
install, use, and maintain your RapidVap. Instructions
for performing routine maintenance and making minor
modifications to your RapidVap are also included.
Chapter 1: Introduction provides a brief overview of
the RapidVap, explains the organization of the manual,
and defines the typographical conventions used in the
manual.
Chapter 2: Prerequisites explains what you need to do
to prepare your site before you install your RapidVap.
Electrical and exhaust requirements are discussed as
well as vacuum pump or nitrogen requirements.
Chapter 3: Getting Started contains the information
you need to properly unpack, inspect, install, and test
your RapidVap.
Chapter 4: Using Your RapidVap discusses the basic
operation of your RapidVap. Information on how to
arrange the samples inside your RapidVap and select an
operating cycle is included.
Chapter 5: Maintaining Your RapidVap explains how
to perform routine maintenance on your RapidVap.