Ankom XT10 User manual

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Operator’s Manual
Rev F 6/16/23

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Table of Contents
Introduction..................................................................................................................................................................5
Warranty.......................................................................................................................................................................5
Filter Bags .....................................................................................................................................................................5
Operating Environment ................................................................................................................................................5
Contact Information .....................................................................................................................................................6
Instrument Description.................................................................................................................................................7
Safety Precautions ........................................................................................................................................................8
Instrument Installation and First Run...........................................................................................................................9
Fat Extraction Calculations .........................................................................................................................................13
Fat Extraction Support Items......................................................................................................................................14
Sample Preparation ....................................................................................................................................................15
Fat Extraction step-by-step procedure using the ANKOMXT10 ....................................................................................21
Periodic Maintenance.................................................................................................................................................25
Troubleshooting & Replacement Parts.......................................................................................................................27
Diagnostics..................................................................................................................................................................29
Appendix A - Analytical Procedure .............................................................................................................................33
Appendix B –Electrical Diagram ................................................................................................................................35

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Operator’s Manual
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Introduction
ANKOM Technology designs, manufactures, and markets instruments and support products used by analytical
laboratories around the world in the environmental, agricultural, biomass, and food industries. ANKOM
Technology can provide you with products for determining or monitoring dietary fiber, detergent fiber, fat,
digestibility, microbial fermentation (anaerobic or aerobic) and more.
Committed to Total Customer Satisfaction, ANKOM designs every product based on a thorough assessment of
customer needs.
Congratulations on your purchase of the ANKOMXT10 Extraction System.We are confident that this product will
effectively serve your needs.
The ANKOMXT10 Extraction System was designed to automate the process of fat extraction. This reduces
technician variation, increasing precision. By carefully following the operating instructions in this manual you will
understand the details of sample and filter bag handling as well as the instrument controls, helping you to achieve
the best possible results.
Please review the entire contents of this manual before you begin operating this
product.
Warranty
ANKOM Technology warrants the ANKOMXT10 Extraction System against any defects due to faulty workmanship
or material for one year after the original date of purchase. This warranty does not include damage to the instrument
resulting from neglect or misuse. During the warranty period, should any failure result from defects in
workmanship or materials ANKOM Technology will, at its discretion, repair or replace the instrument free of
charge.
Extended warranties are available upon request.
Filter Bags
Use only ANKOM Technology filter bags (part # XT4) in your ANKOMXT10 Extraction System. Use of any other
filter mechanism will void the warranty. Filter bags can be purchased from ANKOM Technology or from your local
authorized ANKOM distributor.
Operating Environment
Your ANKOMXT10 Extraction System is designed to operate within the following environments:
•Ambient Temperature Range: 15°−35°C
•Power: 100V−120V ~ 50/60Hz 10A
220V−240V ~ 50/60Hz 5A

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Contact Information
At ANKOM Technologywe are committed to your total satisfaction and therefore always available to help you get
the most from your ANKOM products. We are also very interested in any comments or suggestions you may have
to help us improve.
For any questions or suggestions regarding your instrument, please contact us at:
For Sales Support: [e-mail] or https://www.ankom.com/contact-us
For Technical Support: www.ankom.com/contact/technical-services
For Analytical Support: www.ankom.com/contact/analytical-services
Telephone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

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Instrument Description
General Description
The ANKOMXT10 Extraction System is designed to extract Crude (Free) Fat using conventional solvents, typically
petroleum ether. The compounds extracted are primarily triacylglycerols together with a small quantity of related
lipids, traditionally termed “Crude Fat.” The analysis is achieved by measuring the loss of mass due to the
extraction of fat/oil from the sample encapsulated in a filter bag. The quantitative isolation of the sample is
accomplished by surrounding the sample in a sealed filter bag with a filtering capacity in the 2 - 3 µm range. The
filter bag has sufficient porosity to permit rapid solvent passage and is composed of polymeric material that is
resistant to the higher temperatures and solvents used in the instrument.
The quantitative isolation achieved by the filter bag permits the ANKOMXT10 Extraction System to automatically
process samples in batches of up to 15. Simply place filter bags with sample in the PTFE Cup, add solvent to the
Extraction Vessel, place the PTFE Cup on top of the solvent in the Extraction Vessel, lock the vessel in place,
select the extraction time and temperature, and press “Start.” The instrument will automatically extract the fat from
the samples and recover the solvent from the Extraction Vessel when the operation is complete.
Below is a detailed view of the ANKOMXT10 Extraction System.
The Reflux Water Flow Control measures and controls the flow of water through
the condenser to rapidly cool the solvent vapors during the extraction process.
The proper water flow is set at the manufacturer. Contact ANKOM at
[email protected]m if the flow measurement is incorrect.
Keypad
Display
Power Switch (not visible)
Safety Valve Handle
Pressure Gauge
Extraction Vessel
Solvent Recovery Bottle
Main Handle
Reflux Water Flow Control

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Safety Precautions
Flammable Hazard: Static electricity is to be avoided as it is a spark hazard.
Hot Surfaces: Do not touch the extraction vessel during operation. The surface
can exceed 70°C (158°F). Failure to observe this caution may result in injury.
Hazardous Voltages: Do not operate the instrument with the electrical
compartment open. Hazardous voltages are present during operation. Failure to
observe this caution may result in electrical shock or electrocution.
Hazardous Materials: When adding solvents, follow fill instructions completely
to avoid fire and/or explosion. Waste material will contain small amounts of
volatile solvents. Use caution when discarding. Follow safe laboratory practices
according to both local and federal regulations when installing this instrument
and when handling any organic solvents.
WARNING: Attempts to override safety features or to use this instrument in a
manner not specified by ANKOM Technology voids the warranty and may result
in serious injury or even death.
This system is designed to meet and/or exceed the applicable standards of CE,
CSA, NRTL and OSHA.
Please review the entire contents of this manual before you begin operating this
instrument.

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Instrument Installation and First Run
Site Requirements
To install and operate the ANKOMXT10 Extraction System you will need the following:
•Adjustable wrench
•Chilled or tap water supply not to exceed 23°C
•Adequate power (see “Operating Environment” section)
•Drain
•Vent Hood
Instrument Installation Procedure
To install the ANKOMXT10 Extraction System, follow the procedure detailed below.
1.
Remove the instrument from the shipping container and place it on a smooth level surface in an area that
is free of dust and excessive moisture and is within 6 ft. of a drain and cold water supply.
2.
Place the instrument either in a Vent Hood or within 6 ft. of one.
The user is responsible for determining if venting of this instrument requires
placement in a hood. Please follow both local and federal regulations when
installing this instrument.
3.
Connect the tube from the top fitting to the water supply.
4.
Connect the tube from the bottom fitting to the drain.
5.
Connect the Solvent Recovery Bottle to the instrument.
Ensure that there are no kinks or bends in any of the tubing connected to the
instrument.
6.
Plug the power cord into a grounded receptacle.
Drain
Water Supply
Vent Tube
Solvent Recovery Bottle

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7.
7. To complete the installation, run the instrument (without samples) according to the procedure below.
5.1
7.1 Turn the instrument power ON.
The Display will briefly show the software version number
followed by the screen to the right.
The factory default solvent shown on the Display is "Pet Ether." However,
the instrument computer will store in memory the last solvent selection made
and use it as the default solvent shown on the Display screen every time the
instrument is ready for a new run.
5.2
7.2 Select the solvent you want to use.
7.2.1 Press the Down Arrow (v) key on the Keypad until the desired solvent is shown on the
Display.
If using diethyl ether or a solvent mixture that includes diethyl ether (such as
the Mojonnier solution mixture), you will need the O-ring Kit for High
Penetration Solvents (part # X95) to replace the standard O-rings on the top
of the Extraction Vessel and the Valve Kit for High Penetration Solvents
(part # X73).
Warning: Do NOT use Acetone in this instrument because it will cause
damage to the valves.
7.2.2 Press ENTER on the Keypad to complete the solvent
selection.
The Display should now show the screen to the right.
5.3
7.3 Check that the Extraction Vessel is properly installed in the instrument.
7.3.1 Press down the Safety Valve Handle to release the Safety Valve Pin
and rotate the Main Handle upward until it stops.
7.3.2 Use the Extraction Vessel Handle to pull the Extraction Vessel out.
7.3.3 Press ENTER on the Keypad.
The Display should now show the screen to the right.
Select time 60
(^v)... <ENTER>
Remove/Insert
Samples <ENTER>
PET Ether
v <ENTER>