Labconco FlaskScrubber Vantage Series User manual

FlaskScrubber®Vantage®Series
Glassware Washers
Model
4540031
Labconco Corporation
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Kansas City, MO 64132-2696
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Returned or Damaged Goods
Do not return goods without the prior authorization from Labconco. Unauthorized returns will not be
accepted. If your shipment was damaged in transit, you must file a claim directly with the freight carrier.
Labconco Corporation and its dealers are not responsible for shipping damages.
The United States Interstate Commerce Commission rules require that claims be filed with the delivery
carrier within fifteen (15) days of delivery.
Limitation of Liability
The disposal and/or emission of substances used in connection with this equipment may be governed by
various federal, state, or local regulations. All users of this equipment are required to become familiar with
any regulations that apply in the user’s area concerning the dumping of waste materials in or upon water,
land, or air and to comply with such regulations. Labconco Corporation is held harmless with respect to
user’s compliance with such regulations.
Contacting Labconco Corporation
If you have questions that are not addressed in this manual, or if you need technical assistance, contact
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or 1-816-333-8811, between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m., Central Standard Time.
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Warranty
Labconco provides a warranty on all parts and factory workmanship. The warranty includes areas
of defective material and workmanship, provided such defect results from normal and proper use of
the equipment.
The warranty for all Labconco products will expire one year from date of installation or two years
from date of shipment from Labconco, whichever is sooner, except the following;
•Purifier® Delta® Series Biological Safety Cabinets and PuriCare® Lab Animal Research
Stations carry a three-year warranty from date of installation or four years from date of
shipment from Labconco, whichever is sooner.
•SteamScrubber® & FlaskScrubber® Glassware Washers carry a two-year warranty from
date of installation or three years from date of shipment from Labconco, whichever is
sooner.
•Blood Drawing Chairs carry a ten year warranty.
•Carts carry a lifetime warranty.
•Glassware is not warranted from breakage when dropped or mishandled.
This limited warranty covers parts and labor, but not transportation and insurance charges. In the
event of a warranty claim, contact Labconco Corporation or the dealer who sold you the product. If
the cause is determined to be a manufacturing fault, the dealer or Labconco Corporation will repair
or replace all defective parts to restore the unit to operation. Under no circumstances shall
Labconco Corporation be liable for indirect, consequential, or special damages of any kind. This
statement may be altered by a specific published amendment. No individual has authorization to
alter the provisions of this warranty policy or its amendments. Lamps and filters are not covered by
this warranty. Damage due to corrosion or accidental breakage is not covered.

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CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION 1
SafetySymbols 1
CHAPTER 2: PREREQUISITES 3
Hot Water Requirements 3
Purified Water Requirements 3
Electrical Requirements 4
Drain Requirements 4
Space Requirements 5
CHAPTER 3: GETTING STARTED 6
Unpacking Your Glassware Washer 7
Washer Components 7
Removing the Shipping Skid 8
WasherInstallation 8
Installing the Leveling Feet 8
Leveling the Washer 9
Centering the Washer Door 10
Connecting the Water Services 10
Connecting the Hot Water Supply 10
Connecting the Purified Water Supply 11
Connecting the Drain Hose 13
Connecting the Power Supply 15
Connecting a Cable for Monitoring Washer Operation 17
ControllerSetUp 17
TestingYourWasher 18
Running the Diagnostics 18
Filling & Purging the Liquid Detergent & Neutralizing
Acid Rinse Dispense Systems 20
CHAPTER 4: USING YOUR WASHER 22
Arranging the Washer Racks 22
The FlaskScrubber Spindle Rack 22
Loading Glassware into the FlaskScrubber 23

TheDetergentDispenser 24
Filling the Neutralizing Acid Dispenser 26
Selecting an Operating Cycle 26
Programming and Starting a Wash Cycle 27
Interrupting a Wash Cycle 29
Alarms 29
RS-232 Computer Connection 30
CHAPTER 5: MAINTAINING YOUR WASHER 35
Maintaining the Stainless Steel Interior 35
Maintaining the Air Gap in Drain 36
Maintaining the Water Fill Valve 36
Replacing the Washer Light Bulb 37
Cleaning the Sump Filter Screen 38
Replacing the HEPA Filter 39
Maintaining the Conductivity Sensor 40
CHAPTER 6: MODIFYING YOUR WASHER 41
Installing the Optional Upper Spindle Rack 41
Removing the Optional Upper Rack 43
Adjusting the Height of the Optional Upper Rack 44
Installing Optional Pipet Inserts in a FlaskScrubber 44
Installing Small Spindles 46
Installing Optional Inserts into the Spindle Rack 46
Installing the Optional Cool Drain Water Kit 47
CHAPTER 7: TROUBLESHOOTING 49
APPENDIX A: GLASSWARE WASHER ACCESSORIES 56
Consumables 63
APPENDIX B: GLASSWARE WASHER DIMENSIONS 64
APPENDIX C: GLASSWARE WASHER SPECIFICATIONS 66
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY 70

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Congratulations on your purchase of a Labconco FlaskScrubber® Vantage® Series
Glassware Washer. It is configured to be a freestanding model but may be easily
modified for undercounter installations.
Your Labconco Glassware Washer is designed and manufactured to thoroughly
clean your laboratory glassware and accessories and complies with NSF/ANSI 3
standards for sanitization. You can select pre-programmed wash cycles or
program customized wash cycles to meet your requirements.
The Glassware Washer graphic display provides operational information. A
window and light in the door allow you to visually monitor the operation of your
washer. Wash cycles may be programmed to provide steam and the use of
purified water in the rinse cycles, allowing you to choose the best conditions for
cleaning your glassware.
Safety Symbols
Your Glassware Washer was designed with safety in mind, however conditions
may exist that could be hazardous.

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Throughout this manual potentially hazardous conditions are identified using the
following words and symbols.
It is important that you understand the warnings listed throughout this manual
before you operate the Glassware Washer.

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Before you install the Glassware Washer, prepare your site for installation.
Carefully examine the location where you intend to install the Glassware Washer.
You must be certain that the area is level and of solid construction. In addition, a
hot water source, a drain, a purified water source (if applicable), and an electrical
source must be located near the installation site. A cold water source is required
when the optional Cool Drain Water Kit is installed.
Refer to Appendix C: Glassware Washer Specifications for complete Glassware
Washer electrical and environmental conditions, specifications and requirements.
Hot Water Requirements
An existing hot water supply may be used as the hot water source for your
Glassware Washer. The washer requires the inlet water temperature to be greater
than 120°F (49°C) to fully activate powdered detergents and raise the glassware
temperature to achieve fast and complete drying. Hotter water will produce better
washing results.
Water pressure must be between 20-120 psi (138-827 kPa) at the washer and
provide a minimum of 1.25 gallons (4.7 liters) per minute flow rate.
A shut-off valve should be installed in the water supply line plumbed to the
washer. The hot water inlet valve on the Glassware Washer is equipped with a
female 3/8" NPT fitting. A compression fitting is provided that connects to .375"
(9.53mm) OD copper tubing.
Purified Water Requirements
To use purified water for the rinse cycles, a purified water supply is required. The
washer can be connected to an in-house, pressurized, purified water tap; a water
purification system; or a non-pressurized purified water container.
The purified water system must be provided with supply piping of sufficient size
to permit at least 0.9 gallons (3.4 liters) per minute of flow. Tubing with an
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inlet valve on the washer is equipped with a plastic hose barb connection to
accommodate .375" (9.53 mm) ID flexible plastic or rubber hose. Use a spring or
band hose clamp to secure the hose to the hose barb connection. The hose barb
connection may be removed from the valve to expose a male 3/4"- 11-1/2 NH
hose coupling. Rigid plastic, tin-lined, or stainless steel tubing and fitting can be
connected to the washer fitting.
An optional Connection Kit (Labconco P/N 4592200) is available for connecting
.375" (9.53mm) OD plastic tubing to the purified water inlet valve. The purified
water system connections must be airtight to prevent the washer pump from
pulling air instead of water.
If the purified water is stored in a carboy, at least 3.4 gallons (13 liters) must be
available for each rinse. If all the purified water is not available at the start of a
wash cycle, but instead is produced concurrently with the wash cycle, the
production rate must permit at least 0.9 gallon (3.4 liters) per minute to be
delivered to the washer.
Electrical Requirements
The Glassware Washer should be hard-wired directly into a junction box using
conduit. A 20 Amp circuit breaker or fuse is required.
The Glassware Washer is designed to operate at 230 VAC, single phase. It will
operate safely at nominal 208 VAC, however the heater output will be
significantly degraded as the operating voltage drops below 230V. It is highly
recommended that if the voltage is low that a boost transformer is used.
Drain Requirements
The drain hose, .75" (1.9 cm) ID is installed during manufacture. The hose
provides a flexible coupling to the building drain piping and can be secured with a
spring or band hose clamp. (A band hose clamp is provided with the washer.)
Tubing or pipe, .75"(1.90 cm) ID or larger, should be provided for the building
drain. The use of an air gap is strongly recommended to prevent siphoning of
wastewater into the washer.
Do not reduce the size of the drain plumbing.

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Space Requirements
If your Glassware Washer will be installed undercounter, you must ensure the
undercounter opening is the proper size to accommodate the washer. The
dimensions are shown in Appendix B.

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Now that the site for your Glassware Washer is properly prepared, you are ready
to unpack, inspect, install, and test your washer.
You may need common plumbing and electrical installation tools in addition to a
9/16"wrench, a flat-blade screwdriver, a Phillips screwdriver, and a carpenter
level to complete the instructions in this chapter.
The Glassware Washer weighs over 225 lbs. (102 Kg). The
carton allows for lifting with a mechanical lift truck or hand
truck. If you must lift the washer manually, use at least two (2)
persons and follow safe lifting guidelines.
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Unpacking Your Glassware Washer
Carefully unpack your Glassware Washer and inspect it for damage that may have
occurred in transit. If your Glassware Washer is damaged, notify the delivery
carrier immediately and retain the entire shipment intact for inspection by the
carrier.
The United States Interstate Commerce Commission rules require that claims be
filed with the delivery carrier within fifteen (15) days of delivery.
Do not discard the carton or packing material for your Glassware Washer until
you have checked all of the components and installed and tested the Glassware
Washer.
NOTE: Do not return goods without the prior authorization of Labconco.
Unauthorized returns will not be accepted. If your Glassware Washer was
damaged in transit, you must file a claim directly with the freight carrier.
Labconco Corporation and its dealers are not responsible for shipping
damage.
Do not remove the washer from its shipping skid until it is ready to be placed into
its final location. Move the washer by placing a flat, low dolly under the shipping
skid.
Washer Components
Verify that the components listed are present and undamaged.
Catalog # Washer Description
4540031 FlaskScrubber Vantage Series Glassware Washer – 230 V with
window with lower spindle rack
Plus the Following Loose Parts:
Part # Component Description
4584600 Lower Spindle Rack with 36 Spindles
1879801 Leveling Feet (4)
4593300 User Manual
1488800 Clamp (1)
4522500 LabSolutions Powder Detergent with MSDS – 6 ounces (175 grams)
1410700 Water Connector (1)
1448700 Coupling & Sleeve (1)
4525200 Spindle – Small (10)
4414703 Clip – Spindle (10)
4425101 Plug – Spindle (36)

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If you did not receive one or more of the components listed for your washer, or if
any of the components are damaged, contact Labconco Corporation immediately
for further instructions.
Removing the Shipping Skid
After you verify the washer components, move your washer to the location where
you want to install it. Then, follow the steps listed below to remove the shipping
skid from your washer.
To remove the shipping skid:
1. Remove accessories and loose items from inside the washer. Cut tie wraps
and remove racks.
2. Gently place the washer on its back, positioning the washer on the shipping
carton or other cushioning material.
3. Remove the four screws fastening the skid to the washer.
4. Retain the shipping skid until you test the various features of the washer.
Washer Installation
After you remove the skid from your washer, you must install leveling feet on the
bottom of the washer.
Installing the Leveling Feet
1. Locate the holes on the bottom of the washer where the four skid-fastening
screws were previously attached.
2. Thread the four leveling feet into the holes.
3. Carefully move the washer into an upright position. Be careful to distribute
the weight evenly on the leveling feet when setting the washer upright.
4. Reinstall racks.

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Leveling the Washer
After you have installed the leveling feet, level the washer by adjusting the
leveling feet.
1. Position the washer in its final installed location.
2. Place a carpenter level on the washer in the positions shown.
3. Turn the four leveling feet, as needed, to level the washer.

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If the Glassware Washer is installed undercounter, level it side-to-side by placing
a short level on the inside top edge of the door. See the figure below for the
placement of the level on the washer. Check the level front to back by placing a
level on the rail that the lower rack slides on.
Centering the Washer Door
When the washer is level, check the operation of the washer door for alignment
with the washer tank. If the door is not centered in the opening, you must center
the door by adjusting the corresponding leveling foot. (For example, if the door
hits the right side of the tank, raise the right front corner of the washer. If the
door hits the left side of the tank, raise the left front corner of the washer.)
Connecting the Water Services
A hot water supply must be attached to your Glassware Washer. In addition, a
purified water source must be connected to your washer if pure water rinses will
be required.
Connecting the Hot Water Supply
To prevent valve clogging, thoroughly flush the hot water lines for your hot water
supply source prior to connecting the washer to the water lines. The water supply
valve to which the hot water supply is connected is located on the back of the
washer base. The back panel must be removed to access the valve.
You must provide the plumbing fittings and components needed to connect the
hot water supply source. The washer hot water supply valve is equipped with a
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To connect the hot water supply:
1. Be certain the hot water supply piping has been thoroughly flushed prior to
connecting it to the washer. Debris in the piping can clog the washer valve.
2. Make the necessary plumbing connections to properly connect the hot water
supply to the washer.
3. It may be necessary to place a loop in the supply tube to allow the washer to
be slid in or out of its operating position. Be careful not to kink the water
supply tube when the washer is placed into its final location. If kinking
occurs, it may be necessary to replace the straight fitting on the valve with an
elbow.
Washer Back View
Connecting the Purified Water Supply
To prevent valve and pump clogging, flush all of the water lines for your purified
water supply source prior to connecting the washer to the water lines. The valve
to which the purified water supply must be connected is located on the back of the
washer base. The back panel must be removed to access the valve. Refer to the
previous figure.
The purified water inlet valve is equipped with a plastic hose barb connection to
accommodate .375" (9.53 mm) ID flexible plastic or rubber hose. The hose
connection may be removed from the valve to expose a male 3/4" – 11-1/2 NH
hose coupling. Rigid plastic, tin-lined, or stainless steel tubing and fittings may
be connected to the washer fitting.
At least 0.9 gallon (3.4 liters) per minute of purified water flow is required. At
least 3.4 gallons (12.9 liters) of purified water must be available for each pure
rinse. A .375" (9.5 mm) ID pipe is the minimum recommended.
If you do not use purified water during the rinse cycles, you may disable the
purified water pump. Refer to Controller Set-Up in this section.

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To connect the purified water supply:
1. Make certain the purified water supply piping has been thoroughly flushed
prior to connecting it to the washer.
2. Make the necessary plumbing connections to properly connect the purified
water supply to the washer.
NOTE: If the purified water source is a carboy, complete steps 3 and 4.
3. Connect the purified water source through either the top or the bottom of the
carboy, as illustrated in the following figures. If the purified water supply
feeds directly from the carboy top, make certain the hose is submerged under
the water line. Attach a weight to the end of the tubing to keep it from
floating on top of the water and possibly allowing air into the system.
4. Make certain the top of the carboy is vented to permit proper flow from the
carboy to the washer. Make certain that all of the connections on the purified
water system are air tight. The pump must not pull air instead of water. Make
certain the supply hose is not crimped.
Example of a Bottom Feed Connection

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Example of a Top Feed Connection
Connecting the Drain Hose
Before continuing with this section, be certain that your drain meets the
requirements detailed in Drain Requirements in Chapter 2: Prerequisites.
Be certain you conform to all local plumbing codes when you route and connect
the drain.
The drain hose is installed at the factory. The hose provides a flexible coupling to
the drain piping and can be secured with a spring or band hose clamp. (A band
hose clamp is provided with your washer.)
Tubing or pipe .75" (1.9 cm) ID or larger should be used for the drain.
Do not route the drain to an elevation more than 30" (76 cm) above the pump
discharge. Do not reduce the size of the drain plumbing.
Do not remove the hose from the clamp on the rear of the glassware washer.
The use of an air gap is strongly recommended for all installations to prevent the
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The drain piping can be routed to either a sink or a floor drain. If you route the
drain piping to a sink drain without using an air gap, the highest point of the drain
pipe must be above the highest water level in the sink, as shown below.
If you route the drain piping to a sink drain and use an air gap, refer to the figure
below for the placement of the air gap.
If an air gap is not
used, the drain line
must be elevated
above the water
level of the sink.
Air gap
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If you route the drain piping to a floor drain, refer to the figure below for
placement of the drain tubing and trap.
Connecting the Power Supply
Before continuing with this section, be certain your power supply meets the
requirements specified on the washer data plate and in Electrical Requirements in
Chapter 2: Prerequisites. Washers should be hard-wired directly into a junction
box. Refer to the figure below and follow the steps below to connect your washer
to the appropriate power source.
Be certain that you check and conform to all local electrical codes. Do not disturb
any internal wiring in the washer.
If you are connecting to certain legs of a 3-phase power system to obtain single-
phase power, be sure to consult a professional to insure codes/standards are
followed. These professionals can determine the appropriate connections for
either a Wye or Delta connected power source.
The supply circuit must consist of number 12 AWG 3-wire cable or heavier.
Washers must be connected to a dedicated service with a 20 amp circuit breaker
or fuse. Wire must comply with all local electrical codes. Type THW or THWN
wire may be used if it complies.
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To connect the electrical supply:
1. Remove the lower panel on the washer front by removing the two screws
located at the bottom of the panel.
2. Remove 2 screws on each side of the middle panel.
3. Pull the middle panel forward and remove it.
4. Remove the cover over the electrical junction box by removing the two
screws.