Operation
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Stopping the Evaporation When the evaporation time expires, the gas automatically turns off and the alarm sounds every 30 seconds. To stop the evaporation before time expires or if the time is set to 00, press the Stop button. The remaining time is automatically cleared. To pause the evaporation, lift the cover. The evaporation can be resumed with the correct remaining time by closing the cover. (The remaining time is not cleared.) To turn off the evaporation in any row, press the corresponding Tube Stations button.
Removing the Samples 1
To remove the rack, carefully lift the rack out of the bath to drain. Blot rack and tubes with an absorbent material to remove moisture as desired. Note: Prompt removal of the rack is important since • highly volatile compounds can be lost if allowed to sit for an extended period of time. • steam from the water bath could condense on the cover and may drip into sample tubes if they are left in place.
WARNING •
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Avoid spilling solvents into the water bath. If solvents do spill into the water bath, follow MSDS safe handling instructions and immediately change the water in the water bath. Rinse the unit with distilled water.Refer to MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheets). To avoid injury to yourself or damage to the instrument, handle broken glass (broken tubes) with care.
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Turn the unit power and the gas supply OFF.
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Lift the cover and leave it open.
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Complete the appropriate maintenance routine. (See “Maintenance” on page 30.)
P/N C128098 Rev. 02
TurboVap LV User’s Manual
Biotage AB