Rocker Rocker 300 User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Oil Free Vacuum Pump
Model No.
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Rocker 300 / 300DC / 400 / 410
Rocker 800 / 801 / 810 / 811

1
Important Notice
This instrument is designed for laboratory usage only. Please read this manual carefully before
installing and operating. The instrument shall not be modified in any way. Any modification will void
the warranty and may result in potential hazard. We are not responsible for any injury or damage
caused by any non-intended purposes and modifying the instrument without authorization.
1. Check the voltage specified on the name plate and ensure it matches the line voltage in your
location.
2. Install the instrument in a clean, dust-less and ventilated area under 40°C.
3. Never use the pump with any corrosive, chemical, flammable gas or toxic material.
4. Please connect the pump with high-pressure hose or tubes.
5. The ProteTM filter cartridge can prevent a large amount of liquid from overflowing into the
pump. Please ensure the liquid in the moisture trap not exceed safety level.
6. To ensure proper function of the ProteTM protection device, the pump must be installing on a
flat level surface and should not be moved when operation. If the buoy closes during operation,
it must be manually reset by uninstalling and reinstalling the filter cartridge.
7. The filter cartridge is used to absorb moisture and dust. Please replace the cartridge to maintain
pumping efficiency when it becomes dirty or color-changing.
8. The pump is not designed to start against applied vacuum. To prevent damage, verify that the
inlet of pump is at atmospheric pressure before each start. If necessary, the inlet can be vented
to atmosphere by partially unscrewing the vacuum regulator knob.
9. This pump has a thermal protection device that automatically shuts-off when it becomes
overheated.
10. The temperature of the surface of pump is very high after use or during work, please don’t touch
it to avoid being burnt.
11. The instrument must not be used to create vacuum and pressure simultaneously.
12. Do not use any lubricant, which may damage the pump.
13. If the supply cord is damaged, please contact the manufacturer or your service agent for
replacement to avoid hazard.
14. Please discard packing material according to local related regulations.

2
Position
1
2
3
4
5
Position
6
7
8
9
Designation
Power Switch
Air Outlet (Muffler)
Handle
Air Inlet
Vacuum Gauge
Designation
ProteTM Filter Cartridge
Moisture Trap
Vacuum Regulator
Power Cord
Unpacking
Main Part Diagram
Please check if the package is complete without any damage before unpacking. When unpacking,
please make sure you have all accessories that indicated on the list. If there is any problem, please
keep the serial number along with packing case and contact your local distributor immediately for
assistance.
Rocker 300DC
Rocker 300
123 3
4
1 2
4
5
6
7
8
9
5
6
7
8

3
Position
1
2
3
4
Position
5
6
7
8
Designation
Power Switch
Air Outlet (Muffler)
Handle
Air Inlet
Designation
Vacuum Gauge
ProteTM Filter Cartridge
Moisture Trap
Vacuum Regulator
Rocker 400
Rocker 800 Rocker 810
Rocker 410
1
2 31 1
5 8 4 2
3
5 8 4
1
233
2
4
5
6
7
8
4
5
6
7
8
12 3
4
5
6
7
8
Rocker 801
12 3
4
5
6
7
8
Rocker 811

4
Operation
●Operation
A. Press Power Switch (1) to activate the pump after making sure all tubing are well connected.
●A cold trap or trap bottle is recommended to connect before pump while amount of moisture
exists.
B. To setup vacuum by adjusting the vacuum regulator (8).
C. Check liquid level of moisture trap (7) daily and drain the liquid when it is up to the neck of bottle.
* Warning: When pump is used for aqueous solution ltration, please ensure the liquid level of ask
not exceed safety level. Failure to comply could result in serious damage to the pump and void the
warranty. If it occurs, please contact the distributor immediately for service.
Maintenance
1. Please remove the liquid in the moisture trap after every use. If the liquid in moisture trap is
more than 70%, please stop the experiment immediately to empty the liquid.
2. After finishing the experiment, please remove the liquid in the moisture trap and keep
pumping the air for at least 2 minutes to withdraw the residual steam.
3. The vacuum pump is not autoclavable. Please clean the surface by pure water or 75% ethanol.
4. Valve plate(s), O-ring(s), silicone tube(s) are consumables, it is recommended to replace it on
a yearly basis or as needed to ensure good operation.
Filtration System Assembly Diagram

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1. Remove the moisture trap (7) and filter cartridge (6) by rotating clockwise.
2. Disassemble the filter cartridge (6) to ensure the buoy is not closed.
3. Reinstall all components, filter cartridge and moisture trap back.
●How to reset the ProteTM protection device
1. Please replace the cartridge when it becomes dirty or color-changing.
2. Please remove the moisture trap (7) by rotating it clockwise.
3. Replace the cartridge by the same way.
●How to replace cartridge
Troubleshooting
Reason and SolutionProblem
Failed to start
Poor vacuum
● Loose plug →Reconnect plug to power supply.
● Wrong voltage →Reconnect to power specified on name plate.
● Vacuum exists →Release vacuum and restart the pump.
● Switch is broken →Contact distributor for assistance.
● Improperly vacuum setting →Adjust the vacuum regulator.
● Faulty vacuum gauge →Replace a new gauge.
● Air leakage →Replace or tighten the tubing and accessories that
possible leaks.

Ordering Information
RO-OPE167-EN202107-A01
167300-11(22)
167300-00
167400-11(22)
167410-11(22)
167800-11(22)
167801-11(22)
167810-11(22)
167811-11(22)
167301-06
167301-07
167300-42
167801-06
167801-07
167600-42
167300-62
167400-62
167410-62
167800-62
167801-62
167810-62
167811-62
167300-21
167300-20
167200-38
180300-68
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Moisture trap / Vacuum regulator for Rocker 300 / 400 / 410
ProteTM filter cartridge for Rocker 300 / 400 / 410
Muffler (Air outlet) for Rocker 300 / 400 / 410
Moisture trap / Vacuum regulator for Rocker 801 / 811
Filter cartridge for Rocker 801/811 (without ProteTM overflow protection)
Muffler (Air outlet) for Rocker 800/801/810/811
Rocker 300 repair kit
Rocker 400 repair kit
Rocker 410 repair kit
Rocker 800 repair kit
Rocker 801 repair kit
Rocker 810 repair kit
Rocker 811 repair kit
Hose barb, 1/8 PT, 5/16 in. for Rocker 300 / 300DC / 400 / 410 / 801 / 811
Hose barb, 1/4 PT, 3/8 in. for Rocker 800 / 810
Silicone Tube, Ø 6 x 12 mm, 1 m
Silicone Tube, Ø 8 x 14 mm, 2 m

Rocker Scientic Co., Ltd.
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