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Chapter 3: Getting Started
Electrical Connection
Plug the power cord into the receptacle on the back of
the Freeze Dryer and plug the other end into a suitable
power receptacle. Plug the power cord from the
vacuum pump into the receptacle on the back of the
Freeze Dryer. If the vacuum pump has an off/on
switch, turn the switch on. The vacuum pump will be
controlled by the Freeze Dryer.
Drying Chamber Installation
The drying chamber, purchased separately, may be
positioned directly above and centered over the
collection chamber. When vacuum is applied to the
system, the chamber will be held securely in place.
Drying Manifold Installation
If a drying manifold is to be installed, first place the
accessory acrylic attachment port lid 74774-00 over the
collection chamber. Then the manifold can be inserted
into the hole on the lid making sure that the rubber
gasket is between the lid and the flange on the
manifold.
Solvent Safety
Precautions
Solvents used in the Freeze Dryer may
be flammable or hazardous. Use
extreme caution and keep sources of
ignition away from the solvents.
When using flammable or hazardous
solvents, the vacuum pump should be
vented to or operated inside a fume
hood.
Hazardous materials such as strong
acids or bases, radioactive substances
and volatile organics must be handled
carefully and promptly cleaned up if
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