Organomation MICROVAP 11801 User manual

MICROVAP®
Nitrogen Evaporation System
Models
11801 (Single Plate)
11806 (6 Position)
11815 (15 Position)
11824 (24 Position)
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
266 RIVER ROAD WEST
BERLIN, MA 01503
U. S. A.
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TABLE OF CONTENTSMICROVAP®
Introduction
Instrument Items Shipped ………………………….
Instrument Description …………………………….
Instrument Part Identification ……………………...
Safety Considerations - Read before operation …………
Installation
Location …………………………………………….
Bath Setup ………………………………………….
Instrument Setup …………………………………...
Operation
Instrument Control Identification …………………..
Planning and Preparation …………………………...
Bath Operation ……………………………………...
Instrument Operation ……………………………….
Maintenance and Cleaning ………………………………
Trouble Shooting …………………………………………
Technical Information …………………………………...
Parts List ……………………………………………
Service and Returns ………………………………...
Shipping - Claims for damage or shortage …………
Specifications ……………………………………….
Product designs are subject to change without notice
Printed in U. S. A.

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INTRODUCTIONMICROVAP®
Items Shipped
Carefully check the contents of all cartons received for damage which may have
occurred in transit. Retain all cartons and packaging materials until all components have been
checked against the packing slip, the component list below, and the equipment has been
assembled and tested. Contact Organomation immediately if any damage or discrepancies are
found.
Your shipment should contain one or more of the instruments shown below. Option codes are
listed on the next page.
Instrument Size
Single Plate N-EVAP Nitrogen evaporation system
6 Position N-EVAP Nitrogen evaporation system
15 Position N-EVAP Nitrogen evaporation system
24 Position N-EVAP Nitrogen evaporation system
Flowmeter Assembly with Mounting Bracket & Connector Tube
0-30 LPM for single plate MICROVAP
0-10 LPM for 15 position MICROVAP
0-20 LPM for 24 position MICROVAP
19ga x 2” Stainless Steel Needles, blunt end
8 dz for 1 Position MICROVAP (pre-installed)
19ga x 4” Stainless Steel Needles, blunt end
15 each for 15 Position MICROVAP
2 dz for 24 Position MICROVAP
OA-HEAT heater 180W, for single plate, and 6, 15, 24 position MICROVAP
ID #
11801
11806
11815
11824
NA1421
NA1221
NA1521
NA1807
NA0603
B1801
MICROVAP and OA-HEAT are Registered Trademarks of Organomation

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INTRODUCTIONMICROVAP®
Option Codes and additional items shipped
The following list contains option codes and items which may have been shipped in
conjunction with the standard parts shown on the previous page. Please check your packing
list and order information carefully to determine if these items are included in your shipment.
For a complete list of available accessories, please refer to the Accessories Section.
Your shipment may contain the following optional items:
Description
OA-HEAT heating unit has been modified for the Type-Z Purge
Intrinsically Safe bath option (passive operation). Additional parts
include: differential pressure gauge, mounting bracket, and tubing.
OA-HEAT heating unit is wired as a 240 Volt unit.
Option
-Z
-2

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INTRODUCTIONMICROVAP®
Instrument Description
The MICROVAP Nitrogen Evaporation System is designed for general evaporation
and / or concentration of analytical or biological samples in 96 well titer plates or sample tubes
under controlled and reproducible conditions. Other micro well plate configurations are
available.
Figure 1:
Single Block MICROVAP;
11801, 11806, 11815, 11824

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SAFETYMICROVAP®
Safety Considerations
READ THIS SECTION BEFORE EQUIPMENT OPERATION!
This equipment is designed for use in the Analytical or Environmental Laboratory by trained
laboratory personnel for evaporative applications. Use of this equipment beyond its stated
intended purpose and operating parameters is not recommended and will be the sole
responsibility of the user. This equipment should not be modified or altered. Organomation
assumes no liability for any misuse of or modification to this product and such misuse or
modification will immediately void all warranties.
This equipment should be used in accordance with the operating instructions contained in this
manual. For alternative uses not covered in this manual, please contact Organomation technical
department for product suitability, safety, and alternative operating instructions.
The following are general safety guidelines recommended when using this product. Please
consult your laboratory safety officer for any additional safety steps which may be necessary
for your specific application or material.
1. Thoroughly review your MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheets) for all chemicals to be
used with this equipment.
2. Do not use this equipment with materials with auto ignition points below 150 ºC.
3. Hand and eye protection are required when using this product. Additional protection
may be required with respect to the materials being used. Please consult your
laboratory safety officer.
4. This product should only be used in a chemical fume hood with adequate ventilation.
5. Do not move the product when hot - BURN HAZARD!
6. Do not open bath enclosure while energized - SHOCK HAZARD!
7. Repairs of electrical components should be conducted by a trained electrical technician.
Incorrect replacement parts or assembly may damage the product and create a serious
safety hazard for the user. Factory repair is recommended.
8. Highly flammable materials such as Petroleum Ether should not be used with this
product unless the Type-Z Purge intrinsically safe bath option is installed and operating.
9. Use of acidic or base materials may damage this product and is not recommended
unless the product was ordered with the optional corrosion resistant coating.

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INSTALLATIONMICROVAP®
Assembly Instructions: Single Plate; 6, 15 & 24 POSITION MICROVAP
Gather and identify all components.
A. Heating Unit
B. Stainless Steel Rod
C.Compression Spring
D.Instrument Manifold
E. Heat Block
F. Offset Collar
G. Manifold Thumb Screws
H. Accessory Thumb Screw
I. Hex Key [ 1/8” ]
J. Flowmeter Bracket
K. Flowmeter
L. Coiled Connector Tube Assembly

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INSTALLATIONMICROVAP®
Assembly Instructions: Single Plate; 6, 15 & 24 POSITION MICROVAP
Position heating unit [A]
on a flat surface.
Remove screws from rear top
surface.
Position flowmeter bracket [J] over
holes as shown.
Replace screws.
Remove screws from rear of
flowmeter [K]
Position flowmeter over bracket
holes as shown.
Replace screws.

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INSTALLATIONMICROVAP®
Assembly Instructions: Single Plate; 6, 15 & 24 POSITION MICROVAP
Use the 1/8” hex key [I] to loosen set
screw on rear block.
Insert the stainless steel rod [B] into
the block with the ball end facing up.
Center the alignment groove on the rod
to the back face of the rear mounting
block, facing away from the heating
unit.
Place the offset collar [F] over the rod
and lower until seated on the
mounting block.
Place the compression spring [C] over
the rod and lower until seated on the
offset collar.