Automated 24/7 Leading Safety Standards Superior Ease of Use Evaporation Reduced Cost of Ownership Operating Instructions Automatic Module Hei-VAP Distimatic Automatic Module Hei-VAP Industrial Distimatic Operating instructions must be read before initial start-up. Please follow the safety instructions provided. Please keep for future reference.
Contents About this Document 5 Version type.............................................................................. 5 About this manual...................................................................... 5 Purpose and target group............................................................ 6 Configurations............................................................................ 6 Safety Instructions 7 Terms and signs used..................................................................
Contents About this Document Error Codes 88 Maintenance, Cleaning, Service 91 Maintenance............................................................................ Cleaning.................................................................................. Disassembly............................................................................ Disposal.................................................................................. Contact / Technical Service...........................................
About this Document Safety Instructions Purpose and target group This manual describes the function, operation and maintenance of the Automatic Module Distimatic. It is intended for use by trained and authorized personnel only. Operate according to descriptions in this manual only. If there is something you do not understand, or certain information is missing, ask your manager or contact the manufacturer. Do not do anything without authorization.
Safety Instructions Safety Instructions Prohibitory signs Symbols The following symbols and distinctions in these operating instructions provide information on standard handling instructions: Symbol Mandatory signs Symbol Description Symbol Description Please observe this information Use eye protection Please observe the additional information in this document or other documents mentioned Use hand protection Use protective clothing Use foot protection Description Symbol Description Fire, op
Safety Instructions Safety Instructions General safety instructions The device has been constructed according to state-of-the-art technology and recognized safety regulations. However, risks may still arise during installation, operation and maintenance. Please observe the safety instructions and warning notices. The safety instructions provided in this chapter are supplemented by specific warning notices in the following chapters.
Safety Instructions Safety Instructions Operating personnel’s obligations Verify that the distillation material can be evaporated safely and that the distillation residue is not explosive. Ensure that work which uses naked flames is not carried out in the vicinity of the device (risk of explosion). Ensure that the flow rate when removing liquids with flammable materials remains at < 1 m/s (electrostatic charge; risk of ignition).
Safety Instructions Safety Instructions Safety devices on the unit WARNING Risk of slipping! Risk of injury. Note Description After operation or in the event of malfunctions, there may be liquid on the floor close to the machine. Watch out for any wet spots and clean the floor if necessary. Name plate (for example: Hei-VAP Distimatic) WARNING Se rv J i y 92 vic 07 4 Warranty seal e t e ars Wa rra n 9 Te 2 l.
Safety Instructions DANGER Safety Instructions Danger to life due to dangerous electrical voltage! DANGER Risk of serious injury. Dangers are posed by electrical and mechanical energies, as well as by residual dangers. Electrical residual energy remains in lines, equipment and devices after shutting down the device. Please ensure a safe distance of 1m around the evaporator components. Disconnect the power plugs from the energy source in order to establish zero potential.
Device Description DANGER Installation Danger when extinguishing fires! Risk of serious injury as a result of chemical reactions. Danger of chemical absorption. Vigorous reactions with the medium can occur if water is used to extinguish the fire.
Installation Installation Hei-VAP Industrial Distimatic Components Control box Power cord Quantity Order number 1 11-300-004-89 1 14-007-003-81 OR 14-007-005-45 OR 14-007-045-40 OR 14-007-009-36 (depending on your country) Powerbox for Hei-VAP Industrial and powerbox for chiller (variant 3 x 400 V – 230 V, standard) OR Powerbox for Hei-VAP Industrial and powerbox for chiller (variant 1 x 230 V – 230 V) 2 Multiple socket 1 14-300-010-50 Wall bracket 1 11-300-006-62 Operating panel 1 11-30
Installation Installation Overview of the components Hei-VAP Industrial Distimatic Hei-VAP Distimatic Page 30 Page 28 Page 27 Page 27 Page 24 Page 24 Page 25 Page 29 Page 25 Page 26 Page 26 Page 31 22 23
Installation Installation Explanation of the components 2 1 4 5 6 7 8 18 19 17 3 16 15 12 11 10 9 20 Operating panel 21 Display 22 Arrow keys right/left 23 Arrow keys up/down 24 apply key 25 set key 26 parameter key 27 drain residue key 28 refill/drain key 29 start/stop key 21 20 22 14 13 23 Overall view 1 Control box Reverse side (connections) 2 Right side Device mains plug 3 Mains socket for multiple switched socket (Hei-VAP) or multiple socket (Hei-VAP Industr
Installation Installation 48 43 49 45 50 46 44 51 43 Overflow sensor 44 Residue vessel (not included in scope of delivery) 48 45 Condensate vessel (not included in scope of delivery) Residue pump (only for Distimatic including automatic drainage of residue) 49 Flow direction indicator 46 Product storage vessel (not included in scope of delivery) 50 47 Filter on PTFE tube Ø 6 mm Check valve for PTFE tube Ø 8 mm (only on Distimatic including automatic drainage of residue) 51 PTFE tub
Installation Installation Hei-VAP Distimatic 56 66 57 53 54 52 58 55 59 61 62 63 64 67 60 65 52 Multiple screw connection 58 Flask sensor 66 Multiple switched socket with connections for Hei-VAP, chiller and residue pump (total output = 3500 W) 67 Switch unit 53 Condenser G9 (only on Distimatic including automatic drainage of residue) 59 Screw cap GL32 (for use of condenser G9 without Distimatic) Condenser from glassware set G3 (only on Distimatic without automatic drainage of resid
Installation Installation Hei-VAP Industrial Distimatic 68 69 70 85 72 71 + + 74 73 75 76 89 90 92 91 78 93 77 80 81 82 79 83 68 Multiple screw connection 70 Distributor from glassware set A (only on Distimatic without automatic drainage of residue) 71 Cut-out sensor 72 Distributor from glassware set R (only on Distimatic including automatic drainage of residue) 73 84 Distributor from glassware set A (only on Distimatic including automatic drainage of residue) 69 Distribu
Installation Installation Function and connection principle Connection principle of the vacuum circuit Function principle of Distimatic Variant 1: Hei-VAP Precision including Woulff bottle (example based on Hei-VAP Distimatic including automatic drainage of residue) Hose connector T-type 1 2 3/2 way valve 3 4 5 Cut-out sensor 6 Residue pump Hei-VAP Distimatic Check valve Valve matrix Residue Condensate 1 Hose connector T-type 2 3/2 way valve (only on Distimatic including automatic dra
Installation Installation Variant 2: Hei-VAP Precision without Woulff bottle Variant 1: Hei-VAP Value/Value Digital/Advantage including Woulff bottle 1 2 3 4 Variant 2: Hei-VAP Value/Value Digital/Advantage without Woulff bottle 7 7 Hose connector Y-type Vacuum tube Control cable 1 Hose connector Y-type 2 3/2 way valve (only on Distimatic including automatic drainage of residue) Vacuum tube 34 35 3 Vacumm pump Rotavac Vario Pumping Unit 4 Woulff bottle
Installation Installation Connection principle of power supply Connection principle of the vacuum circuit (Hei-VAP Distimatic) (Hei-VAP Industrial Distimatic) 1 Front 2 3 1 4 5 6 1 Control box 4 Residue pump 2 Vacuum pump 5 Chiller 3 Multiple switched socket 6 Hei-VAP 1 Electrical cable Vacuum fitting Vacuum tube 36 37
Installation Installation Connection principle of the vacuum circuit Connection principle of power supply Reverse side 1 2 3 4 1 5 6 7 8 1 Vacuum fitting 1 Control box 5 Powerbox for Hei-VAP Industrial 2 Vacuum pump 6 Powerbox for chiller 3 Multiple socket 7 Chiller 4 Residue pump 8 Hei-VAP Industrial Open wire ends, to be connected only by qualified personnel Vacuum tube Electrical cable 38 39
Installation Installation Installation Hei-VAP glassware sets compatibility WARNING Unpacking and installation of the Automatic Module Distimatic should be limited to and permitted only by Heidolph staff or authorized Heidolph distributors only.
Installation Installation Control box Position control box on the suspended wall bracket. Place the control box on a flat, firm and dry surface with sufficient space. Also see the following sub-section „Wall bracket (optional)”. Wall bracket (optional) Refill valve and refill sensor You can clip the wall bracket to the wall or bolt it into the wall. Unscrew screw caps (5) and (6).
Installation Installation Connect PTFE tube Ø 6 mm to connection (7) and tighten until hand-tight. Route the PTFE tube Ø 6 mm into product storage vessel. 7 Product storage Connect the PTFE tube Ø 6 mm to connection (8) on filter and tighten until hand-tight and run into the product storage vessel. Connect PTFE tube Ø 6 mm to connection (9) and tighten until hand-tight.
Installation Installation Check valve in the condensate circuit Condensate pump Remove the screw caps (10) from connections (11) and (12). Connect PTFE tubes Ø 6 mm to connections (16) and (17) and tighten until handtight. Important: Observe flow direction! 11 12 10 16 17 Condensate Overflow sensor for condensate vessel Connect PTFE tubes Ø 6 mm to connections (13) and (14) and tighten until handtight. Cut off the end (18) of the PTFE tube Ø 6 mm with a cutting knife only at an angle of approx.
Installation Installation Check valve in the residue circuit Residue pump (only on Distimatic including automatic drainage of residue) (only on Distimatic including automatic drainage of residue) Connect PTFE tubes Ø 8 mm to connections (23) and (26) and tighten until handtight. Connect PTFE tubes Ø 8 mm to connections (29) and (30) and tighten until handtight. Set the rotary knob (24) to the maximum flow rate (100% = MAX).
Installation Installation Hei-VAP Distimatic Operating panel Connect the cabling for operating panel to connection (36). WARNING Glass breakage! Serious injuries due to shattering glass and glass breakage. Important: The connector must click into place completely. Check glass equipment for damage (breakage, cracks etc.). Only use glass equipment in perfect condition. Monitor pressure conditions in the glass attachment. Work carefully.
Installation Installation Condenser (only on Distimatic including automatic drainage of residue) Valve matrix Fix the valve matrix to the condenser with the joint clamp. Remove condenser attachment on the condenser. Ensure that the interconnection point is evenly bolted together and does not leak. Remove the condenser. Mount condenser G9 and secure it in place with the condenser attachment. Cut-out sensor Fix the cut-out sensor with rubber ring Ø 120 mm to the condenser.
Installation Installation Connect PTFE tube Ø 6 mm to connection (1) and tighten until handtight. Route PTFE tubes and flask sensor into the evaporating flask and secure the multiple screw connection at connection (4) until hand-tight. 4 1 Optimization of the distillation process Refill evaporating flask only up to one third. Position the flask sensor accordingly. Use large evaporating flasks (3-5 liter variants) whenever possible.
Installation Installation Screw cap GL32 (optional) Hose connector T-type, 3/2 way valve and vacuum tube connections If you wish to use the Hei-VAP with condenser G9 without the Distimatic, then secure the screw cap instead of the multiple screw connection to connection (8) and tighten until hand-tight. Remove the evaporating flask from connection (9), fill medium into the evaporating flask and then secure the evaporating flask into place again.
Installation Installation Mount 3/2 way valve on stand rod (14) and secure using screws (15). Connect vacuum tube to connection (18). 14 18 15 Multiple switched socket and control box Connect vacuum tube to connections (16) and (17). DANGER Danger to life due to dangerous electrical voltage! Risk of serious injury. Electrical residual energy remains in lines, equipment and devices after shutting down the device. 16 17 Point out the power sockets to the operating personnel.
Installation Installation Multiple switched socket: Connect Hei-VAP, chiller and residue pump (only on Distimatic including automatic drainage of residue) to the connections (20) of the multiple switched socket (total output = 3500 W). Hei-VAP Industrial Distimatic WARNING Glass breakage! Serious injuries due to shattering glass and glass breakage. Connect power cord (22) to the mains socket. Connect the control cable (19) of the switch unit to connection (21) on the multiple switched socket.
Installation Installation Condenser Distributor (only on Distimatic including automatic drainage of residue) Remove the clamping unit (1) at the condenser. Remove screw connection at distributor. 1 Loosen thumb screws (2) on reverse side of protective cabinet and slide consoles (3) upwards with the condenser. Secure thumb screws (2) so they are hand-tight in this position. 2 Remove the clamp at the distributor. 3 3 2 Remove the distributor. Cover Detach cover (4).
Installation Installation Valve body with valve Unscrew the supporting frame. Remove the clamp (5) and the valve body (6) including the valve. 5 6 Multiple screw connection and distributor Route PTFE tube Ø 8 mm through connection (7) (only on Distimatic including automatic drainage of residue) and PTFE tube Ø 6 mm through connection (8) and secure in place so it is hand-tight. Cassette Remove the supporting frame from the cassette.
Installation Installation Connect the supplied distributor to connection (10) so it is hand-tight (only on Distimatic including automatic drainage of residue) Fix the distributor to connection (13) with clamping unit (14). Route PTFE tubes and flask sensor through distributor into the evaporating flask and secure multiple screw connection at connection (9) until hand-tight. 13 9 10 Loosen thumb screw (11) on reverse side of protective cabinet and slide consoles (12) downwards with the condenser.
Installation Installation Cut-out sensor Optimization of the distillation process Refill evaporating flask only up to one third. Position the flask sensor accordingly. Use large evaporating flasks whenever possible. Connect cut-out sensor with rubber ring Ø 80 mm to distributor (18) (for glassware set R) or condenser opening (19) (for glassware set A). Use the following recommended immersion depths: The end of the PTFE tube (15) Ø 6 mm varies.
Installation Installation Valve matrix 3/2 way valve, hose connector T-type, and vacuum tube connections Fix the valve matrix with the clamping unit to connection (20) on distributor. Ensure that the interconnection point is evenly bolted together and does not leak. Connection principle of the vacuum circuit See chapter entitled „Function and connection principle” - Hei-VAP Industrial Distimatic”- „Connection principle of the vacuum circuit”.
Installation Installation Connect vacuum tube to connections (26) and (27). Connect the vacuum tube (29) to the evacuation valve of the valve matrix. 26 27 29 Vacuum circuit in direction of vacuum pump Cover Connect vacuum tube to connection (28). Re-attach the cover (30).
Installation Installation Powerbox, multiple socket and control box DANGER b. On Variant 1 x 230 V – 230 V: Connect PE cables (33), L1 (34), N (39) to connections (33), (34) and (39). Danger to life due to dangerous electrical voltage! Risk of serious injury. Electrical residual energy remains in lines, equipment and devices after shutting down the device. 31 32 Point out the power sockets to the operating personnel.
Installation Start-Up Start-up Control box: Connect multiple socket to connection (42). Connect the vacuum pump to connection (43). Connect all the control cables according to their assignments to connections (44) (see chapter „Explanation of the components” - „Distimatic in general”). CAUTION The mains voltage and specification of the mains voltage on the name plate do not coincide! Damage to property as a result of overvoltage. Connect control box power cord to connection (41).
Start-Up Start-Up Switching the control box on Automatic mode is not activated Automatic mode is not active after switching the device on. Operating panel The device is operated via the operating panel. The operating elements are described below. Control elements Switch on the control box using the mains switch (1) (the cut-out switch must not be activated). After a few seconds, the operating state process stopped appears in the display of the operating panel. The device is ready for operation.
Start-Up Start-Up Operating states Operating state Set parameters – Sensor-Mode Description Automatic mode is disabled. process stopped Basic condition after activation of device or end of automatic mode. Status display Automatic mode is activated. endprocess Parameter overview All parameters of the following table are settable. The settable criteria of a parameter (parameter settings) are marked in the following with the symbols „>…<”. Parameter Description Automatic mode in final process.
Start-Up Start-Up Set parameters – Time-Mode Parameter overview All parameters of the following table are settable. The settable criteria of a parameter (parameter settings) are marked in the following with the symbols „>…<”. Definition of a Step – One step consists of an evaporating flask refill along with an evaporation time period. Rule of thumb: the evaporating flask refills within approx. 20 ml / sec.. Definition of a Cycle – One cycle consists of numerous steps (to be set by operator).
Start-Up Start-Up All parameters of the following table are not settable and cannot be operated. Parameter Description AI: 1: 00000 2: 01000 3: 00253 Switching state of the device inputs and outputs. Please refer to the 6 switching states in the following menu overview screen. ESC+C.. Escape key Navigating between parameter settings Some parameters have multiple options for settings, see, for example, the parameter endprocess parameter … with the parameter settings empty and delay.
Start-Up Start-Up Adjusting the sensitivity of the sensors (optional) You can adjust the sensitivity of the refill sensor, cut-out sensor and the level sensor. Turn screw (1) clockwise (sensor more sensitive for non-polar media) or counterclockwise (sensor less sensitive for polar media). You can also perform a rough adjustment of the cut-out sensor and the level sensor by decreasing or increasing the distance between the sensor and the glass surface.
Error Codes Error Codes Error codes Date and time Since error codes are automatically stamped with date and time, we recommend you to keep the date up to date in order to facilitate error analysis. Error code Cause Error 2: Unable to drain collector The condensate in the collector vessel can no longer be discharged. a.
Error Codes Error code Cause Error 4: Unable to drain residue Automatic drainage of residue active: The residue in the evaporating flask can no longer be drained. a. Suction and pressure height of the residue pump are exceeded. b. Flow rate of the residue pump is set too low. c. The residue pump is dirty. Maintenance, Cleaning, Service Consequence The flask sensor triggers safe shutdown and initiates the final process (in the event of an error). The error code appears. Measure a.
Maintenance, Cleaning, Service WARNING Maintenance, Cleaning, Service Condensate circuit Hot surfaces! Risk of scalding and burns. Allow the glass equipment to cool down. Allow media to cool down. WARNING Hazardous materials and solvents! There are risks posed by the leakage of hazardous substances and solvents from locations that are not properly sealed. Check whether all screw caps have been tightened properly at the threads to seal them off.
Maintenance, Cleaning, Service WARNING Maintenance, Cleaning, Service Contact / Technical Service Glass breakage! Serious injuries due to shattering glass and glass breakage. Check glass devices for damage (breakage, cracks etc.). Only use glass equipment in perfect condition. Monitor pressure conditions in the glass attachment. Work carefully. WARNING If your device is not working properly: Please inform Heidolph Instruments by using our contact information.
Attachments Attachments Technical data Control box Voltage 230 V Frequency 50/60 Hz Permissible ambient conditions 5 - 31°C at 80 % relative humidity 32 - 40 °C linear decrease up to 50% relative humidity 0 - 2000 m a.s.l. Contamination level 2 Overvoltage category II Measurements without mounted components (W x D x H) 300 x 200 x 120 mm (approx.) Evaporation rates (L/h) ΔT* 40°C for Hei-VAP Distimatic (continuous operation) Water 1.2 Ethanol 3.5 Acetone 4.4 Toluene 6.3 Weight 5 kg (approx.
Attachments Attachments Multiple switched socket (only on Hei-VAP) Residue pump (only on Distimatic including automatic drainage of residue) Total power 3500 W Materials: Measurements of multiple socket excluding switch unit (W x D x H) 520 mm x 84 mm x 50.5 mm (approx.) Weight 1 kg (approx.) Head parts PVDF Diaphragm PTFE-coated Valves FFPM Resonating diaphragm PTFE Powerbox (only on Hei-VAP Industrial) Dimensions (W x D x H) 150 x 150 x 125 mm (approx.) Weight 3 kg (approx.
Attachments Attachments EC Declaration of Conformity Confirmation of condition of unit In the case of repair, copy and complete the Confirmation of condition of unit and send it to Heidolph Instruments (see chapter „Contact / Technical Service”). EC Declaration of Conformity See attachment „EC Declaration of Conformity”. 1. Details about the unit Product number Serial number Warranty bond y 07 92 vic Y e t e ars Wa rra n 9 Te 2 l.: ( + 4 9 )- 9 1 2 4 Se rv J i e S er 3 i 08 ah 7 .
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