BUCHI Syncor Polyvap - Manual (Page 17)

Syncore Platform
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5 Operation
5.1 The single Platform
Ensure that the equipment is properly put into operation
according to the recommendations outlined in Chapter 4.
The use of racks, vacuum connections, and further accesso-
ries enable the device to be used for:
• Cooling
• Heating
• Shaking
• Evaporation and
• Concentration
The handling of the device is kept simple. Nevertheless, note
all pertinent safety instructions, particularly the general safety
rules in Chapter 2 of this operation manual, and the indivi-
dual safety instructions provided for the various individual
components (see operating instructions - replacement parts).
5.2 Safety instructions
Chemicals and solvents
The device must be clean before being operated. Residues
of chemi cals are to be removed following the general rules
for working with chemicals.
The device must not be put into operation if solvents could
penetrate into it. If that could happen, place the unit in a
well-ventilated fume cupboard and wait until the fumes have
been drawn off completely before operating it.
Whenever the device is being operated with chemicals that
are aggressive, toxic, or likely to cause allergic reactions, it
should always be placed in an fume cupboard.
Indicators, hoses and cables
The Syncore single platform must not be operated if indi-
vidual indicators are not functioning properly and data on
parameters such as time, temperature, or speed are missing.
Live electrical cables and the hoses for the heating and
cooling media must not come into contact with the heated
base plate: They could melt.
Hot and cold parts
Various parts of the unit can be heated or cooled to from
0°C to +150°C. Never touch hot or cold parts with your
hand. No containers used may become either brittle or soft
within the range of temperatures selected.
Maximum temperature
The maximum temperature for the Crystal Rack is limited to
100°C. In that way it is possible to limit the heating of the
Syncore if needed (see chapter 5.6)
Figure 12: The single platform
5 Operation