VWR Vacuum Oven Standard Operating Procedure [Updated Dec 19, 2014]
VWR Vacuum oven
Model: Model 1430S
Location of Machine: Composites Lab, RFM 1218
Location of SOP and Machine Operating & Safety Manual: Composites Lab website
under resources; Composites Lab TRACS site; and Hardcopy near machine.
Emergency Contact:
Call 911
Call EHS & Risk Management at 512-245-3616
Call Head Lab Technician, Dr. Ray Cook (office 512-245-2050)
Call Dr. Jitendra S Tate (office 512-245-4872)
Before using this machine:
You must have permission from Dr. Tate.
You must have received formal training from technician or, trained research
student (designated by Dr. Tate) related to machine safety and operation.
You must read and understand SOP and Machine Operating & Safety Manual.
You must use this machine under direct supervision of Dr. Tate or, Dr. Cook or,
trained research student (designated by Dr. Tate).
You must have signed “Lab Rules” document with Dr. Tate. This document must
be signed every semester fall, spring, and summer (as applicable).
If you do NOT follow above instructions you will be held responsible for your own
safety and damages.
Safety Precautions:
Protective Equipment: Prior to performing this procedure, the following personal
protective equipment must be obtained and ready for use: Gloves, Safety Goggles,
Lab Coat and Respirator.
Important Safeguards:
1. To avoid explosion, glassware that has been rinsed with an organic solvent
should be rinsed with distilled water before use in oven.
2. Be cautious of chemicals that might pose a hazard because of acute or
chronic toxicity. The following safety equipment must be accessible and
ready for use: (e.g. chemical fume hood, biological safety cabinet, laminar
flow hood, chemical spill kits) Exhaust system or/and respirators for toxic
material.
3. In the event that a hazardous material spills during a procedure, be prepared
to execute the following emergency procedure: Clean with cleaner
according to MSDS of materials used.
4. This procedure will result in the follow regulated waste which must be
disposed of in compliance with environmental regulations
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VACUUM OVEN
General information
VWR 1430S vacuum oven is ideal for general drying, curing and desiccating, annealing,
outgassing, and aging tests. It is configured to work with reduced pressures and/or N2
atmosphere. The oven is equipped with separate vacuum and gas ports, each with its own
manual valve. The temperature is manually controlled and varies from ~ 20ºC to 250ºC.
The maximum achievable vacuum is ~ -27 in. Hg. The N2 flow can be regulated from 0
to 10 liters / min.
Specifications:
Weight-115 lbs.
Dimensions- Exterior : 23.8*26.3*20.3(W*D*H) Interior : 12*20*12(W*D*H)
Capacity-1.7 cubic feet
Temperature- Range: Amb. +5○ to 200○C
Uniformity: 3.0@ 100○
Sensitivity: 1.0○ C
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Accessories:
Vacuum filters:
Vacuum hose:
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Operational Procedure for Vacuum Oven
1.Turning on
Flip power switch to ON position
Press red activation switch.
If executed properly green Heat
Activated” light will turn on.
Once heated to desired temperature
“Heat Activated” light will turn off
and red light turn on.
Setting Temperature
Temperature chart corresponding to
desired temperature is located
above the vacuum oven.
Set the number corresponding to
desired temperature using "Set
Temperature” knob
Formula is as follows:
a. y= number value to set
b. x= desired temperature
“Safety Control” should be set to
maximum working temperature for
current material being used.
Will automatically turn off the
vacuum oven, when desired
temperature is met or exceeded.
Pressure Control
Ensure gasket is in place between
door and oven.
Close “Vent” valve
Open “Vacuum” Valve
Turn vacuum pump to “on” position.
Pump down to desired pressure
using “Vacuum Gauge”
Close “Vacuum” valve and turn
vacuum pump to “off” position.
Turning Off
Once the pressure was utilized,
open “Vent” valve to release internal
pressure.
Turn “Power Switch” to “off” position.
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Cleaning
Wait until the oven is cooled down
Clean up all spills using cleaning
agent recommended by MSDS of
the materials.
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