Triangle Biomedical Sciences, Inc. Solvent Recovery System Operation And Service Manual SR12 Version 1.
TRIANGLE BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES, INC. 3014 CROASDAILE DRIVE • DURHAM, NORTH CAROLINA 27705 • 919.384.9393 • FAX 919.384.9595 • E-MAIL info@trianglebiomedical.com TABLE of CONTENTS FOWARD............................................................................................................................3 WARRANTY ...................................................................................................................... 3 EXTENDED WARRANTY......................................................
GLOSSARY ...................................................................................................................... 15 ...................................................................................................................................
FOREWORD This manual is designed to exhibit the information needed for installing, operating and troubleshooting the TRIANGLE BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES, INC. SR-12 SOLVENT RECOVERY SYSTEM. The SOLVENT RECOVERY SYSTEM is specifically designed to recycle Alcohol and Xylene. The user may need to manage the concentration of the contaminated solvent to ensure a higher percentage of recycled solvent. WARRANTY TRIANGLE BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES, INC.
GENERAL INFORMATION The TBS Solvent Recovery System is designed for recovering solvents used in Histopathology with a boiling point between 50 - 180° C. Using a closed system with fractional distillation design, the Solvent Recovery System can be operated simply and safely. This Manual - Reading this manual is essential for correct and safe use of this equipment.
TBS Solvent Recovery Systems have been designed and manufactured to be ignition resistant if operated in a highly volatile environment (explosion proof). All units are shipped with a normal 15 amp Hospital Grade, ETL™ & UL approved electrical plug. Be advised that if you intend to operated your unit in a dangerously volatile environment an explosion proof plug must be installed with its special receptacle.
OPERATING PROCEDURES Purpose - The TBS Solvent Recovery System was manufactured for the purpose of recovering solvents used within the laboratory setting. Many laboratories now use the TBS equipment for recovering solvents such as xylene and graded alcohols.
the Working Thermostat dial setting. The setting should be reduced to 150°C the same for Alcohol, and you must adjust the Fractional Thermostat temperature down to 85° C when recovering Alcohol. 9. The first container under the solvent outlet nozzle will collect the purest alcohol. Your second container, under solvent outlet nozzle will collect the recovered alcohol. 10. After a recovery cycle has been completed, let the unit cool to at least 50°C prior to opening the secured top.
8. Set the timer for distillation. For a full distilling chamber it will take 5-6 hours for complete distillation to be accomplished. This may vary with the solvent. Alcohol, for example, may take up to 6 hours. The final results will not be effected and the unit will not be damaged if you over set the timer. NOTE: When you wish to recycle alcohol (boiling point of 78°C), it is necessary to change the temperature of the Working Thermostat dial setting.
IMPORTANT: IF CHLORINATED SOLVENTS ARE TO BE RECOVERED, YOU MUST USE THE WORKING TEMPERATURES GIVEN IN THE ACCEPTABLE DISTILLATION SOLVENTS TABLE. WORKING WITH A HIGHER TEMPERATURE COULD RESULT IN FORMATION OF HYDROCHLORIC ACID. THIS CHEMICAL REACTION COULD CAUSE DAMAGE TO BOTH THE VESSEL AS WELL AS THE CONDENSER, BOTH MADE OUT OF STAINLESS STEEL. THIS WOULD VOID ANY AND ALL WARRANTIES. ACCEPTABLE DISTILLATION SOLVENTS Flammable Solvents Name Acetone Benzol 2-Butanol N. Butyl Acetate N.
Shellsol D70-Exxol D80-Sepisol KD70 Shellsol A Solvesso 100 Sepisol A Shellsol AB-Solvesso 150 Shellsol H-Varsol 60-Sepisol H Toluene Toulol Turpentine Gum Spirits Xylol/Xylene 190-257 162-180 182-215 180-210 111 152-270 140 535 250 525 IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Never open the recycler prior to the suggested cool of time of 50° C. Always be certain that the cover gasket does not show signs of wear or have any debris attached to it. The green "on" light should be indicated prior to starting each cycle.
NOTE: Because the oil expands when it is heated leakage will occur if the oil reservoir is over filled. Annual - After 2,000 hours of operation of the 3-gal unit or after one year (which ever is earlier), it will be necessary to have preventive maintenance performed on the unit. This annual maintenance will include a change of the thermal oil and servicing of various other parts along with the extension of the limited warranty for an additional 12 months.
MALFUNCTIONS, CAUSES AND REMEDIES Problem: Unit is heating up to set temps. Unit will recycle off water, alcohol and xylene into one container, second container, first container remains empty. Initial troubleshooting revealed that the switching module was okay and did not need replaced. Possible Solutions: Middle thermostat, which controls distillation temp may have become loose within well and is not registering temp. Middle Thermostat may need replaced.
become clogged with dirt TECHNICAL DATA Maximum Capacity Type of Distillation Volume of Thermal Oil Voltage Current Working Temperature Cycle Time Condenser Size (W x D x H) Weight 12 Liters (3.2 gal) Simple 5 Liters (1.5 gal) 115V/60Hz 9 Amps 40 - 200°C. (424°F.) 5 -6 Hours Air Cooled 59 X 59 X 145 cm 74 kg 19 Liters (5.0 gal) Simple 14 Liters (4.0 gal) 115V/60Hz 17.5 Amps 40 - 200°C. (424°F.) 5 -6 Hours Air Cooled 61 X 76 X 173 cm 135 kg LIST OF PARTS 24. Locking Knob 25. Cover Gasket 26.
SPARE PARTS Code Description 239004 239010 382000 382001 384007 384008 384009 384010 465000 465001 465002 475000 468402 385007 425002 350901 350911 353702 428001 357400 357401 427000 427001 NG20001 NG20002 Cover Gasket, Ether Cover Gasket, Ether Cover Gasket, Xylene Cover Gasket, Xylene Condenser, Steel Condenser, Steel Warning Light Socket Safety Thermostat (T3) Working Thermostat (T1) Safety Thermostat (T2) White Warning Light Red Warning Light Green Warning Light Ventilator Motor Heating Element Timer
GLOSSARY Auto-ignition Point - The temperature at which a solvent will self ignite (no stimulus required). Baffle - A metal duct used to direct the vapors to the vapor collection manifold. The baffle is filled with packing to impede the flow of vapor causing a reflux. The condensed liquid rectifies vapor. Boiling Point - The temperature at which the given product starts to transform into its gaseous form.
