Parr Instrument Series 4550 - Manual (Page 3)

4550 Floor Stand Reactors
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PREFACE
Scope
These instructions describe the installation, opera-
tion and maintenance of Parr Series 4550 Floor
Stand Reactors offered in two sizes, 1 and 2 Gallon
(3.75 and 7.5 liter). They cover the basic steps to
be followed when installing these reactors and
describe the function of all standard components.
They are intended to be used in conjunction with
several related instruction sheets listed on the
previous page. This information describes several
components that are common to most Parr pressure
reaction equipment, and includes safety precau-
tions and other related information applicable to all
reaction laboratories. The users should study all of
these instructions carefully before starting to use
these vessels so that they will fully understand the
capabilities and limitations of the equipment.
Related Instructions
The following Parr publications are also included to
further your understanding of this instrument and
its component parts:
No. Description
201M Limited Warranty
230M Safety Precautions to be observed when
operating Pressure Reaction Equipment
231M Operating Instructions for Parr Safety
Rupture Discs
234M Operating and Maintenance Instructions
for Parr Magnetic Drives
323M Operating Instructions for Parr Pressure
Relief Valves
548M Operating Instructions for 4848 Reactor
Controllers
FX004 Health & Safety Assurance Certification
Intended Usage
This system has been designed for use as a high
pressure reactor system. It has been designed, built,
and tested to strict physical and electrical standards.
However, it is the user’s responsibility to install and
operate it in conformance with local pressure and
electrical codes.
If this equipment is used in a manner beyond its
intended usage, the protection provided by the
equipment may be impaired.
Safety Information
To avoid electrical shock, always:
1. Use a properly grounded electrical outlet of
correct voltage and current handling capability.
2. Ensure that the equipment is connected to
electrical service according to local national
electrical codes. Failure to properly connect may
create a fire or shock hazard.
3. For continued protection against possible
hazard, replace fuses with same type and rating
of fuse.
4. Disconnect from the power supply before
maintenance or servicing.
To avoid personal injury:
1. Do not use in the presence of flammable or
combustible materials; fire or explosion may
result. This device contains components which
may ignite such material.
2. Refer servicing to qualified personnel.
General Specifications
Electrical Ratings
Controller ratings are found in the Operating
Instructions for the controller supplied with your
reactor and on the controller data plate.
Before connecting a controller to an electrical outlet,
the user must be certain that the electrical outlet has
an earth ground connection and that the line, load
and other characteristics of the installation do not
exceed the following limits:
Voltage: Fluctuations in the line voltage should not
exceed 10% of the rated nominal voltage shown on
the data plate.
Frequency: Controllers can be operated from either
a 50 or 60 Hertz power supply without affecting their
operation or calibration.
Current: The total current drawn should not exceed
the rating shown on the data plate on the controller
by more than 10 percent.
Thermocouple: Unless otherwise specified, all
Series 4848 Reactor Controllers operate with a
Type J (iron-constantan) thermocouple. The total
resistance of the thermocouple and the lead wires
should not exceed 100 ohms. If the resistance of
the thermocouple circuit is higher, it will reduce the
sensitivity of the control system.