Autoclave Instruction Manual

Instruction Manual for
Laboratory Autoclave
AMAR EQUIPMENTS PVT. LTD.

DESIGNERS & MANUFACTURERS
High Pressure Lab-Autoclave

(An ISO-9001:2008 Certified Company)
6, PARMAR INDUSTRIAL ESTATE,

BEL BAZAR, KURLA (w),
MUMBAI – 400 070, INDIA.
Tel. : (91) – 22 – 6225 5000 / 6225 5036.
Fax:- : (91) - 22 – 2510 9565.

Email: - [email protected], [email protected], [email protected]
Website :- http:///www.amarequip.com
LABORATORY AUTOCLAVE
Index
Sr. No. Description Page No.

1.0 Company Profile 1
2.0 Machine Photograph / Machine Introduction 2
3.0 Machine Part Description Drawing 3
3.1 Bill of the Material for Machine Part Description 6
4.0 Autoclave Parts & It’s Function 8
4.4 Safety Head / Rupture Disc (RD) 10
4.5 Magnetic Drive Coupling 11
4.11 Internal Autoclave Assembly 16
4.12 Motor 18
4.14 Electrical Control Panel 19
4.14.1 PID Temperature Controller 21
4.14.2 Digital Pressure Indicator / Controller 22
4.14.3 AC Drive 23
5.0 Optional Accessories 27
5.1 Auto – Cooling System 27
5.2 High Pressure Liquid Charging System 27
5.3 Condensor (Shell & Tube) 28
5.4 Reflux Condensor 28
5.5 Chain Pulley Lifting Arrangement 28
6.0 Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) 29
7.0 Intended & Prohibited Use of the Machine 30
8.0 Safety Instructions & Recommendations 31
9.0 Machine Installation 34
10.0 Safety Precautions Before Starting 36
11.0 Operation Manual 37
12.0 Maintenance Manual 46
13.0 Trouble Shorting & It’s Remedies 48
14.0 Corrosion Chart 50
LABORATORY AUTOCLAVE
1.0 COMPANY PROFILE
Amar Equipments Pvt. Ltd. is leader in designing, manufacturing and export of High Pressure-
Temperature Stirred / Non Stirred Chemical Reactors, Autoclaves, Glass Autoclaves, Shaker
Hydrogenators, Magnetic Drive Couplings, Vertical & Horizontal Pressure Leaf Filters, Sparkler Horizontal
Plate Filters, Lab Heating and Cooling Baths since 1974.
We undertake designing and development of pressure vessels / reactors for High pressure
application up to 350 Bar (5000 psi) and temperatures up to 500°C in any material of construction like
SS-316 / 316L, Hastelloy B / C, Monel, Inconel, Nickel, Titanium, Tantalum, Zirconium etc. for any
application for any laboratory to pilot plant scale sizes i.e. from 50ml-1000 Liters.
Our Experience:
The company was established in 1974 by Mr. Naresh Shah (Managing Director). (B Tech IIT
Mumbai – MS USA)
The company was initially involved in general heavy fabrication of heat exchangers, pressure
vessels etc. Later on the company diversified into specialized Lab Pharma machineries & Industrial
Filters with a vision to provide import substitute products in India at reasonable rates & good quality.
We have around 30 yrs of experience in manufacturing high pressure Lab Autoclaves & Filters.
Our Quality standards / Certifications:

 We are a ISO 9001-2008 company since 2003 for all our range of products.
 We follow ASME codes section VIII for design of all pressure vessels.
 Most of our products comply with GMP / CGMP standards and we can provide DQ, IQ, PQ, OQ
documentation for all our products on special requests.
 We can also offer CE certified products on special requests.
Our Vision:
 To become a leading Global player in manufacturing & supplying the above products.
 To continuously improve the quality of our product & always offer the latest & the best.
 To develop & manufacture products that work virtually life long without maintenance.
 To try and cater to all the customer demands & complaints to ultimately see a delighted customer.
 To make products that is technically complete, physically reliable, economically competent &
ergonomically superior.
Our Achievements:
 Largest Lab Autoclave manufacturer in India year after year since 30 yrs.
 The first & largest manufacturer to offer Zero Leakage Magnetic Drive coupling in India. More than 1000
delighted customers all over the world.
 The growth & success of our firm in terms of quality, production & profitability has been positive since
its inception.
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2.0 MACHINE PHOTOGRAPH / MACHINE INTRODUCTION
Laboratory Autoclaves are Used in R & D, Pilot Plant and manufacturing of Bulk Drug
Pharmaceuticals, Chemicals, Speciality Chemicals, Pigments, Inks, Detergents, Dyes, Agrochemicals &
Petrochemicals, Research Institutes, Chemical / Chemistry departments of Engineering colleges & all
Defence & Educational Institutes for carrying out High Pressure & Temperature reactions mainly
hydrogenation.

3.0 MACHINE PART DESCRIPTION DRAWING

3.1 Bill of the Material for Machine Part Description
PART
DESCRIPTION QTY. M.O.C.
NO.
A 42 HEATER CERAMIC 1 STD.
A 41 PRESSURE SENSOR 1 STD.
A 40 RTD PT-100 TEMP SENSOR 1 STD.
A 39.8 PID CONTROLLER 1 STD.
A 39.7 PRESSURE INDICATOR 1 STD.
A 39.6 AC DRIVE 1 STD.
A 39.5 MOTOR RPM ON./OFF 1 STD.
A 39.4 COOLING ON/OFF 1 STD.
A 39.3 HEATER ON/OFF SWITCH 1 STD.
A 39.2 ALARM PCB (TEMP/PRESSURE) 1 STD.
A 39.1 MCB ON/OFF 1 STD.
A 39 CONTROL PANEL 1 STD.
A 38.3 COOLING JACKET 1 STD
A 38.2 COOLING JACKET "O" RING 2 STD
A 38.1 COOLING JACKET NIPPLE (8mm O/D) 2 STD.
A 38 MAGNETIC DRIVE COUPLING 1 *
A 37 HOSE NIPPLE (8MM O/D) 3 *
A 36 MOTOR 1 STD.
A 35.1 BUSH COUPLING 1 NEOPRENE
A 35 COUPLING - MOTOR & MAGNETIC DRIVE 1 STD.
A 34 COOLING COIL ELBOW ASSEMBLY 2 STD.
A 33 COIL NUT 2 *
A 32 COIL BUSH 2 PEAK
A 31 COOLING COIL 1 *
A 30 IMPELLER SCREW 2 *
A 29 IMPELLER TURBINE & GAS INDUCTION 2 *
A 28 STIRRER CLAMP BOLT 1 *
A 27 STIRRER CLAMP 1 *
A 26 STIRRER SHAFT CLAMP BUSH 1 PEAK
A 25 STIRRER SHAFT HEAD BUSH 1 PEAK
A 24 STIRRER SHAFT SOLID / HOLLOW 1 *
A 23 SPARGER NUT 1 *
A 22 SPARGER 1 *
A 21 THERMOWELL NUT 1 SS 316
A 20 THERMOWELL 1 *
A 19 PRESSURE GAUGE 1 SS 316
A 18 ELBOW 1 *
A 17 RUPTURE DISC ADAPTER 1 *
A 16 ORIFIC RING 1 *
A 15 RUPTURE DISC 1 INCONEL
A 14 RUPTURE DISC CONE 1 *
A 13.1 VALVE BUSH 3 STD.

PART
DESCRIPTION QTY. M.O.C.
NO.
A 13 ANGULAR NEEDLE VALVE 1/4" BSP M 3 *
A 12 T' CONNECTOR 1 *
A 11 ADAPTER FOR VENT VALVE 1 *
A 10 ADAPTER FOR DIP TUBE 1 *
A9 PRESSURE GAUGE ADAPTER 1 *
A 8.1 FUNNEL FOR POWDER INLET 1 *
A8 BALL VALVE 1 *
A7 ADAPTER FOR BALL VALVE 1 *
A6 HEAD GASKET 1 TEFLON
A5 BODY CLAMP BOLT 6 STD.
A4 CLAMP RING 1 STD.
A3 BODY-CLAMP-PAIR 1 STD.
A2 HEAD 1 *
A1 BODY 1 *
Note: * M.O.C. of SS - 316 of all wetted part

4.0 AUTOCLAVE PARTS AND ITS FUNCTION
The Laboratory Autoclave consists of following parts:
4.1 Sampling Valve

4.2 Gas Charging valve
4.3 Vent Valve
4.4 Safety Head & Rupture Disc
4.5 Magnetic Drive
4.6 Ball Valve (optional)
4.7 Flush Bottom Valve (optional)
4.8 Pressure Sensor (optional)
4.9 Pressure Gauge
4.10 Pressure Safety Valve (optional)
4.11 Internal Autoclave Assembly.
4.11.1 Sparger / Dip Tube
4.11.2 Cooling Coil
4.11.3 Thermowell
4.11.4 Stirrer Shaft
4.11.5 Impeller
4.11.6 Stirrer Clamp
4.11.7 Catalyst Additional Device (optional)
4.11.8 Catalyst Filter (optional)
4.12 Motor
4.13 Coupling – Motor & Magnetic Drive
4.14 Electric Control Panel parts
4.14.1 PID Temperature Controller
4.14.2 Digital Pressure Indicator
4.14.3 AC Drive / DC Drive
4.14.4 Polarity indicator
4.14.5 Main on/off switch
4.14.6 Heater on/ off switch
4.14.7 Cooling on/off switch
4.14.8 Motor on/off switch
4.14.9 Gas flow on/off switch (Optional)
4.14.10 Liquid flow on/off switch (Optional)
4.14.11 Alarm system
4.14.12 Heater M.C.B.
4.14.13 Temperature Sensor
4.14.14 FLP Temperature Indicator (Optional)
4.14.15 Electric heater cut-off system or heater temperature controller

4.1 Sampling Valve:
The Sampling Needle valve is located on the head of the Autoclave as tagged. The
sampling valve is used to collect samples from the sampling port. The valve is fixed to common
nozzle with gas charging valve & connected to common diptube.
Autoclave size Valve End Connection
50ml to 25 Ltrs. ¼” BSP / NPT M
50 Ltrs. to 100 Ltrs. ½” BSP / NPT M
Sampling Valve
4.2 Gas Charging Valve:

The gas charging Needle valve is located on the head of the Autoclave as tagged. Its
main function is to charge the gas in the autoclave. The valve is fixed to the common nozzle
with sampling valve & connected to common dip tube.

Gas Charging Valve
Note: (4.1) & (4.2) Valves are same & have a common function of both (4.1) & (4.2); hence
Either can be used for sampling or gas charging purpose.

4.3 Vent Valve:
The vent Needle valve is located on the head of the Autoclave as tagged. It’s main
function is to release the pressure inside the Autoclave. The vent valve is mounted on a
separate nozzle or on Pressure gauge / rupture disc nozzle if powder inlet ball valve is provided.
Vent Valve

4.4 Safety Head / Rupture Disc (RD):

Autoclave Size Rupture Disc End Connection
50 to 25 Ltr. ¼” BSP / NPT
50 Ltr. To 100 Ltr. ½” BSP / NPT
Autoclave has safety head to prevent damage to the body and parts of the autoclave by
safe release of pressure in case of accidental or unusual pressure build up. Unless otherwise
specified, reactors are equipped with Inconel disc 600 having a burst rating of 1450 psig
Pressure at 500° C. (Refer table below to determine the MOC & rating of your Rupture disc as
per MOC & MAWP of Autoclave). Although the burst rating for a new disc can be predicted
within reasonably close limits, metal fatigue, corrosion and high temperatures will change this
rating to a considerable degree. Any disc that has been stressed repeatedly to pressures
greater than 70 per cent of its initial rating will burst at a lower pressure. Therefore, rectors are
usually equipped with rupture discs having room temperature ratings at least 10 per cent above
the expected maximum working pressure. Raising the temperature of a rupture disc will also
lower its burst rating. Corrosion problems with disc are usually limited to reactions involving
strong mineral acids, strong organic acids and \ or wet halogens etc. These agents attack disc to
varying degrees. It is advisable to replace the rupture disc after around every 1000 hrs of usage
or every 6 months which ever is earlier. The direction of the Rupture disc elbow should always
be opposite the operator & if possible a hose pipe should be connected to the elbow & taken to
a safer place. Since the reacting chemicals are not in the scope of Amar Equipments Pvt. Ltd., So
it is the customer duty that the release of gas during venting is either absorbed by a safe
absorbent or it goes safely in the pressure relief drum, which will hold or contain the gases.
Thus sudden rupture of disc under pressure will not affect the operator present.

Rupture Disc
M.O.C. of Rupture Disc For M.O.C. of Autoclaves

SS316 / SS316L /
Inconel 600
Inconel / Monel / Nickel
Hastelloy C Hastelloy B/C
Tantalum Titanium / Tantalum
Autoclave Rupture Disc

Pressure Rating Pressure Rating
100 BAR (1450 psi) 1450 psi @ 500°C
200 BAR (2900 psi) 2900 psi @ 500°C
350 BAR (5000 psi) 5000 psi @ 500° C
R.D. Elbow end

Autoclave Size R.D. dia mm
connection
50 ml to 700 ml 10 mm ¼” BSP / NPT M
1 Ltr. to 25 Ltr. 12.7 mm ¼” BSP / NPT M
50 Ltr. to 100 Ltr. 19 mm ½” BSP / NPT M
Replacement of the safety rupture disc:

To replace a ruptured disc, Remove the rupture disc adaptor from the autoclave head &
then remove the ruptured disc in between the orifice ring & rupture disc cone. Take a new
rupture disc & set the various parts in position as shown in the assembly drg. Insert the adaptor
back into the head of the autoclave and screw the assembly in to place, and tighten it firmly.
4.5 Magnetic Drive Coupling:
It is a zero leakage & maintenance free drive which consists of a magnetic coupling
directly driven by the motor to prevent leakage during rotation under rated pressure. It consists
of an external shell which is driven by the motor. A stationary shell completely isolates the
external shell from the inner rotor. High energy permanent (rare earth) magnets are fixed
inside the inner rotor and on the inner side of the external driver. The specially designed rare
earth magnets used in this drive have excellent stability and they operate for longer periods
with little or no flux degradation. The inner rotor is supported by Teflon Peak bushings to
provide long life & chemically inert stirring system. Magnets in the outer drive are also fully
enclosed and supported by twin high quality sealed ball bearings for smooth operation and long
life. The outer rotor driven by Motor rotates the inner rotor (by magnetism, without any

contact) & the stirrer shaft connected to the inner rotor, thus ensuring leak free stirring. A
water cooling jacket is provided at the bottom of the drive to prevent the temperature of
magnets to rise beyond 200°C. Cooling water supply is most during strring, heating & cooling of
the autoclave for the thermal safety of magnets as the same can get demagnetized above
200°C in the event of failure of water circulation.
Magnetic Drive Torque

Sr. No. For Autoclave Size
Capacity Kg-cm.
1. 20 50 ml to 250 ml
2. 40 400 ml to 2 Ltrs.
3. 80 5 Ltrs.
4. 200 10 Ltrs. to 100 Ltrs.
5. 800 1000 Ltrs.
* The models are standard for sizes given, however the same may change depending
On customer’s requirement.
Magnetic Drive
4.5.1 Benefits of magnetic drive over stuffing gland box sealing:

 It never leaks. Stuffing box system leaks as soon as cones, Ò` rings or shaft wears out.
 In stuffing box gland the cones & Ò` rings need replacement after every 200 – 400 hrs of
working. Where as in magnetic drive only the teflon bushes have to be replaced after
minimum 2000 hrs of working. It can go as high as 5000 hrs without replacement.
 Zero Leakage implies zero maintenance.
 No wear & hence large savings in maintenance cost for years.
 Zero breakdown of the Autoclave.
 Safety while using toxic and hazardous chemicals as its leakage is totally prevented.
 No waste of expensive liquids through leakage.
 Almost no losses since these are friction free in synchronous operation.
 Minimum vibration transmission & hence smooth running.
 The coupling is flexible & hence any over load results in couplings slippage, thus preventing
any breakage or loses of electric motor & parts.

4.5.2 To dismantle the shaft:
If the autoclave shaft is broken, worn out or to be changed, it has to be dismantled by
first opening the autoclave head. Mount it on trolley head holder & then without disengaging
the magnetic drive, hold the drive top by one hand & unscrew the shaft by the other. If the
threads are jammed or shaft is broken at threads, then you have to disengage the complete
magnetic drive unit with shaft (as the shaft may not come out) & send it to us. To remove the
magnetic drive follow steps as below.
4.5.3 To dismantle the magnetic drive:

If there is any leakage, drive failure due to over heating or bush replacement required,
the magnetic drive has to be dismantled from the autoclave. To disengage the magnetic drive
first disengage the motor, remove the autoclave head & mount it on a trolley. Remove impeller
& stirrer clamp then remove the shaft as explained above. Use the special spanner (supplied to
you) & grip it just below the outer shell of magnetic drive. Unscrew the magnetic drive from the
head by rotating the drive anticlockwise.
Never Open The Magnetic Drive Unit (Internal Parts) Without Prior Permission or
Intimation to M/s. AMAR EQUIPMENTS PVT. LTD.
4.6 Ball Valve (Optional):

Ball valve is fitted on the head of the Autoclave. Its main function is to fill powder /
liquid with the help of funnel at atmospheric pressure. It is a valve with bigger opening for
charging. Also many times material is charged through this port after assembling the autoclave
& doing the initial pressure leak test.
Ball Valve
Autoclave Size Standard Ball Valve Size

(Unless specified)
400 ml to 5 Ltrs. ¼” (6.35 mm)
10 Ltr. ½” (12.7 mm)
20 to 25 Ltrs. ¾” (19 mm)
50 to 100 Ltrs. 1” (25.4 mm)

4.7 Flush Bottom Valve (FBV) (Optional):
Flush bottom valve is connected to bottom of the Autoclave vessel. Its main function is
complete discharge of liquid from the autoclave from bottom. The valve spindle almost flushes
with bottom of the vessel to avoid any dead volume & settling of catalyst / liquid during stirring.
For temperature upto 250°C the valve is provided with the soft Teflon seat & for temperatures
above 250°C it has metal to metal joint without any soft seat.
Autoclave Flush Bottom Valve Flush Bottom Valve
Size Size (mm) End connections
400ml – 5 Ltr. 10 mm ½” BSPM
10 – 25 Ltr. 15 mm 1” BSPM
50 – 100 Ltr. 25 mm 1 ½” BSPM
Flush Bottom Valve
4.8 Pressure Sensor (Optional):

Pressure sensor is located on ‘T’ connection (on the pressure gauge nozzle) with adaptor
having water cooling jacket (below the sensor). Its main function is to sense the pressure inside
vessel & give corresponding analogue 4-20 mA signal to the Pressure Indicator on the panel.
The Pressure sensor has a temp. limit of 80°C hence tap water circulation should be
continuously on during heating / cooling of Autoclave to avoid failure of the sensor due to over
heating in case of failure of water circulation. The sensor has a plug socket connector on the
cap to easily disengage the sensor cable from the sensor while lifting or moving the Autoclave
head. The Pressure sensor is normally Wika A-10 / equivalent model or optionally Wika IS-20 /
equivalent model for intrinsically safe application. Its main advantage is to give accurate digital
pressure indication which can also be used for safety high / low pressure alarms.
Pressure Sensor

4.9 Pressure Gauge:
Pressure Gauge is mounted on the head of the Autoclave as indicated. It is used to
measure the Pressure of the Autoclave & indicates the same in kg/cm2 or bar & psi. It is
bourdon tube SS316 & optionally Teflon Coated SS316 or HC / Inconel / Titanium / Tantalum
diaphragm gauge or Monel bourden tube Pressure Gauge. The Range of the Pressure gauge is
generally 1.5 times MAWP unless specified by the customer.
Autoclave Size Pressure Gauge Size

50 ml – 250 ml 2 ½” dial & ¼” BSP M
400ml – 100 Ltr. 4” dial & ⅜” BSP M
Pressure Gauge
4.10 Pressure Safety Valve (Optional):

Pressure safety valve is mounted on the pressure gauge or rupture disc nozzle of the
autoclave head. The safety valve acts as an additional safety as rupture disc is already provided
on all autoclaves. The Safety valves are spring loaded & its range is 500 – 1500 psi variable for
100 bar (1450 psi) MAWP autoclaves. The purpose of the safety valve is to release the excess
pressure of the autoclave whenever the Autoclave pressure exceeds the set pressure of the
safety valve. Once the pressure inside the Autoclave goes below the valve set Pressure the
valve closes. The safety valve is factory set at 1500 psi or as per MAWP of autoclaves. User can
reduce the pressure rating by loosening the checknut on the valve & unscrewing the hex nut on
the top to reduce the spring tension. The safety valves are supplied with Viton O ring; hence
any chemicals non-compatible to viton should not be used.
Autoclave Size Valve Size

50 ml – 25 Ltr. ¼” BSP / NPT M
50 – 100 Ltr. ½” BSP / NPT M
Pressure Safety Valve

4.11 Internal Autoclave Assembly.
The internal autoclave assembly consists of following parts:
4.11.1 Sparger / Dip Tube
4.11.2 Cooling Coil
4.11.3 Thermowell
4.11.4 Stirrer Shaft (solid or hollow)
4.11.5 Impeller
4.11.6 Stirrer Clamp
4.11.7 Catalyst Additional Device
4.11.8 Catalyst Filter
Catalyst Additional Device
Sparger
Cooling coil
Stirrer Shaft
Stirrer Clamp
Impeller
Catalyst Filter
4.11.1 Sparger / Dip Tube:

Sparger tube also known as the dip tube is provided to sparge / charge gas at high
pressure at the bottom of the autoclave or to take liquid samples when the autoclave is under
pressure during the reaction. Sparger nut acts like a check nut & is tightened after fixing the
sparger position. Sparger pipe is threaded directly to autoclave head.

4.11.2 Cooling Coil:
Internal helical cooling coil (for 400ml-100 Ltr.) is provided to cool the autoclave or
control its temperature by circulating water / brine in it. For 50ml – 100ml Autoclave tube in
tube out type cooling arrangement is provided due to space constraint & for 250 ml Autoclave
single loop cooling coil is provided. Cooling can be manual by circulation of tap water or chilled
water / brine at site or can be automated by either putting solenoid valve at the inlet of coil or
by taking auto cooling water pump & tank systems which is more effective & suitable for
reactor temp. above 100°C (as it pumps water under pressure) as the steam back pressure
would not give effective cooling by tap water inside autoclave above 100°C. Teflon bushes are
provided to seal the cooling coil & autoclave head joint for temperature upto 350°C inside
Autoclave & grafoil rope / bushes are provided for 350°C - 500°C Temperature. If there is a
cleaning problem then serpentive cooling coil can be provided optionally for 400ml to 100 Ltr.
Autoclaves.
Autoclave Cooling coil Cooling coil Inlet & Outlet

Size I/D (mm) area (m2) Connection
50 ml 5 0.0011 ¼” O/D for hose
100 ml 5 0.0015 ¼” O/D for hose
250 ml 3 0.0039 ¼” BSP M
400 ml 3 0.015 ¼” BSP M
700 ml 3 0.0265 ¼” BSP M
1 Ltr. 3.35 0.0268 ¼” BSP M
2 Ltr. 3.35 0.0593 ¼” BSP M
5 Ltr. 6.5 0.1214 ⅜” BSP M
10 Ltr. 6.5 0.1462 ⅜” BSP M
20 Ltr. 6.5 0.2852 ⅜” BSP M
25 Ltr. 6.5 0.2861 ⅜” BSP M
50 Ltr. 12.5 0.5613 ½” BSP M
75 Ltr. 12.8 0.6476 ½” BSP M
100 Ltr. 12.8 0.8586 ½” BSP M
4.11.3 Thermowell:
Thermowell is provided to house the temperature sensor. It is sealed with the autoclave
head directly by tightening the thermowell nut always fill the thermowell with a few drops of
high temperature oil to get accurate temperature reading. RTD PT100, 4mm dia temp. sensor is
inserted inside the thermowell for accurate temperature measurement.
4.11.4 Stirrer shaft (solid & hollow):

Stirrer shaft is threaded with magnetic drive & the impeller is fixed to it. It gives stirring
action to impeller. Hollow shaft is used for gas induction Impeller.
4.11.5 Impeller:
Impeller is fixed on stirrer shaft.

4.11.6 Stirrer Clamp:
Stirrer clamp holds the stirrer shaft & thermowell. It gives guide & alignment for the
stirrer shaft. Teflon peek clamp bush is provided between the shaft & clamp. Also shaft head
bush is provided for guide to stirrer shaft.
4.11.7 Catalyst Addition Device (Optional):

Catalyst additional device is fitted directly inside head & its function is to add catalyst
one time under pressure during the reaction. The device is fitted with catalyst powder before
the reaction & its cap is closed & it remains in closed condition under autoclave pressure. The
port on which the device is fixed has a valve on top. During reaction Nitrogen Gas pressure
greater than the Autoclave pressure is applied through this valve thus opening the cap of the
device & all the catalyst falls inside the autoclave.
Volume of Catalyst
Autoclave Size
Additional Device
400ml – 10 Ltr. 20 ml
50 – 100 Ltr. 150 ml
4.11.8 Catalyst filter: (Optional)

Catalyst filter is fitted on the bottom of sparger / dip tube. Its main function is to filter
the samples taken so that there is no loss of expensive catalyst during sampling under pressure.
4.12 Motor
Motor is located on top of Autoclave coupled with magnetic drive. Its main function is to
give stirring action to the magnetic drive. The Motor is AC Induction non flame proof or flame
proof/Explosion proof for group IIA & IIB gases & optionally for group IIC gases (Hydrogen).
Motor is 3 Phase, 220V, 50Hz, 1450 rpm, flange mounted (Unless specified) & can be driven
only by variable frequency drive unit on the control panel. Never run the motor through any
other source.
Optional: Lower RPM or geared motor are supplied for high torque & low RPM application.
Higher RPM motors upto 3000 & 3 ph, 415 V supply motors can be supplied on special request.
Autoclave Size Motor HP
50 ml – 5 Ltr. ¼ hp, 1450 rpm
10 – 25 Ltr. ½ hp, 1450 rpm
50 – 100 Ltr. 1 hp geared 440 rpm
Motor

4.13 Coupling
The clutch assembly is located between the Motor & Magnetic Drive. It is used to
disengage & engage the motor from the coupling.
Coupling
4.14 Electrical Control Panel:
Front View of the Control Panel

Pressure Indicator
Temperature
Controller VFD drive for
motor regulation.
Alarm Indicator
& Acknowledge
Polarity indicator
To turn on all the display Heater On/Off Switch Cooling on/off Switch Motor On/Off Switch

Rear View of the Control Panel
Heater M.C.B. Power ON M.C.B.
Main Supply
Motor PC Heater Cooling Pressure RTD Sensor socket

Socket Output Socket Socket Sensor Socket
The control Panel is mostly fitted on trolley or non-flammable secured area as per
requirement. It is uses to control reactors all parameters like temperature, stirrer speed,
pressure, etc. It is especially designed with flame proof body as per usage area and also PC
communication will be provided if opted. Control system and monitoring facilities provide front
side of the control panel and input, output control power supply system provided rear side of
the panel. Connect properly power and control circuit wires on panel. Never interchange any
cables and plugged at panel. It is make damage control system of the control panel. It has
digital temperature indicator enclosed in a flameproof enclosure suitable for group IIA & IIB
gases, Duplex RTD Temp. sensor is provided, one terminal goes into main control panel & the
second parallel for the FLP enclosure. The purpose of providing a FLP enclosure is to keep it
near the autoclave in the hazardous area & non flame proof control panel remotely upto 10m
distance in safe area. Refer these parts provided at control panel and its using methods.

4.14.1 P.I.D. Temperature controller (PPI Make Model: Neuro 102a / 102ac):
Process Temperature
Set Temperature
Page Decrease Increase Enter

Key Key Key key
Temperature controller is using to control temperature inside of the reactor

temperature. If heater control system opted then separate control will be provided to control
external heater
Specifications:
Input : RTD PT 100 (Accuracy ±0.4oC).
Temp. Range : -25oC to 300oC (unless specified).
Heater O/P : SSR pulsed voltage to control the heater.
Cooling O/P : Relay O/P.
Alarm 1(ASP1) : Not used. Cooling o/p will be selected
Alarm 2(ASP2) : Relay O/P to buzzer for high temp. alarm set point.
Power supply : 90-264 VAC, 50/60Hz for PID but a transformer is provided before the PID to
step down the I/P voltage & prevent damage due to voltage fluctuations.
About to operate PID controller refer PID controller user manual.
Manual P.I.D. tuning:
While the auto-tuning function selects control settings which should prove satisfactory
for the majority of process, you may find it necessary to make adjustment to these settings if
some changes are made to the process or if you wish to `fine-tune` the control settings.
It is important that prior to making changes to the settings, you record the current
settings for future reference. Make slight changes to only one setting at a time and observe the
results on the process. Because each of the settings interacts with other, it is easy to get
confused with the results if you are not familiar with process control procedures.

Tuning Guide
Proportional Band(pb)
Symptom Solution
Slow Response Decrease PB Value
High Overshoot or Oscillation Increase PB Value
Integral Time ( Reset )(it)
Symptom Solution
Slow Response Decrease Integral Time
Instability or Oscillations Increase Integral Time
Derivative Time ( Rate )(dt)
Symptom Solution
Slow Response or Oscillation Decrease Derivative Time
High Overshoot Increase Derivative Time
Cycle time should be always 0.5 for heating control done by SSR unit. If heat control
done by relay unit then cycle time must be set cycle time as 10.
4.14.2 Digital Pressure Indicator / Controller (Optional):
Pressure value in kg/cm2
Pressure value in PSI
Page Decrease Increase Enter

Key Key Key Key
It consists of pressure sensor & digital indicator / Controller. The sensor & its wire are
supplied separately. Fix it on the `T` connection (on the pressure gauge) with adaptor having
water cooling jacket. Connect the wire on the sensor to the back of control panel (pressure). In
the pressure sensor always the red wire goes to positive terminal. The indicator / controller is
mounted on the control panel. It shows digital indication of the pressure in kg/cm2 or psi as
desired by a push button on pressure controller. A green LED indicates the pressure unit. To
set/read the desired pressure press the push button & you will see the set pressure & this can

be varied by using the setting knob / screw by a small screw driver. When the indicated
pressure goes above the set pressure, the controller activates the alarm. Before starting the
system, kindly ensure the following.
 Wiring is correct as per the wiring diagram. Wiring should be tight enough.
 The pressure sensor temperature should never exceed beyond 80°C. This can be ensured by
supplying tap water continuously through the cooling arrangement just before the sensor. The
cooling should remain on even after the reaction is over; otherwise the sensor may get heated
by heat transfer & may fail.
 The accuracy of the sensor is around 0.5% of range, Hence 0.5% of 160 bar i.e. 11 psi (1 bar) is
the maximum error the indicator may show over the entire range including zero pressure, but
the error will always be with in permissible limits.
 Zero & span setting pot are provided for kg/cm2 & psi readings to set the indicator to zero or
for span calibration if it shows any deviation in the readings. This pot is mounted on the back
of the pressure indicator. You have to open the panel to do the same.
 Temperature Safety Cut-off: When preesure alarm 2 exceeds the set point heater will cut-off.
PRESSURE CONTROL INSIDE AUTOCLAVE BY CONTROL VALVE: (Optional)
If you have opted for electrical / digital pressure control system then along with above
systems a solenoid valve (24V DC) will be mounted on the autoclave. Connect the solenoid
valve wire to panel head. When the process pressure goes above the set pressure, the control
system opens up the solenoid valve venting off the excess pressure. When the actual pressure
goes below the set pressure the solenoid valve will shut off.
CAUTION: The outlet of the solenoid valve should be taken to a safer area if toxic or hazardous
gases are used in autoclave.
4.14.3 AC Drive:
AC flame proof Motor is driven by an inverter drive which is mounted on the control
panel. The motor is started by first turning on the motor on/off switch. [The speed can be
varied infinitely upto maximum 1450 rpm for Autoclave upto 5 Ltrs. & upto 500 rpm for
Autoclaves from 10 Ltrs. to 100 Ltrs. using the speed variation knob]. The stirrer rpm is
indicated on the screen of the invertors. The thyristor drive ensures noise free & fine control of
the speed. It is totally maintenance free as compared to any mechanical speed variation
system. To stop the motor either turns the knob to zero or turn the motor switch off.
 The AC motor is a 3ph, 220v type & hence always use an inverter drive to run it & never
connect direct supply to the motor.
 The inverter drive is protected by any over load, over voltage, over current or any other
fault related to motor or drive. On such condition the drive will flash respective error & trip
with an alarm buzzer. The operator is thus alerted about the fault. He has to refer trips
information & remedies from inverter drive manual to fix the problem.
 The value of all the parameter of the drive are locked to prevent any mischief. To unlock
the drive parameters In SUP menu, select Cod = 2 & press enter. Desired parameter if required
can now be changed & keypad can be locked by putting Cod = 2 again. The default value of all
parameter & procedure to see a particular parameter can be found in inverter manual chapter
of table of parameters & data.

OR
For DC motor using DC vibrator (FOR A BASE MODEL):
The DC Motor is driven by a DC variator which is mounted in the control panel along
with indicator to display the rpm of the stirrer. Use the motor on/off switch to turn on the DC
Motor. Use the speed variation knob to infinitely vary the stirrer rpm up to 1000 rpm
maximum. The DC drive is also provided with an overload relay to give alarm for any faults &
trip off the drive & thus stop the motor & prevent any damage to the drive. 2 nos. short circuit
fuses are also provided in the drive. This safeguards the drive for any motor short circuit. If the
fuse blows OFF the display goes. Replace a new 5amp glass fuse on the DC drive by opening the
panel. The DC motor works on 180v DC supply, always run it through DC drive only.
NOTE:
 Always ensure that the motor shaft rotates in clockwise direction (when mounted & looking
from top). If not, interchange any 2 wires to the AC / DC motor so that it rotates in clockwise
direction. Separate Instruction manual is supplied for AC Inverter. Kindly refer the same for
precautions, malfunctioning or error indicated on display.
 The AC & DC drives are connected with plug socket inside the panel.
4.14.4 Polarity indicator:

To ensure that the phase, neutral & earthling of power supply are connected properly
ALL OK indicator is provided at the bottom of the panel for 50ml to 10Ltrs. autoclaves. Before
starting the panel the ALL OK signal should be checked & if required suitable wiring should be
done. If any problem shows on polarity indicator solve that problem at external main supply
input side. Don’t reverse any wires inside of the control panel.
4.14.5 Main on/off switch:

It is a M.C.B. which is mounted on the left bottom of the control panel. It is used for
switching the panel ON & OFF. It trips off the control panel whenever there is a short circuit,
higher than the rated current or other electrical fault to prevent any hazard.
4.14.6 Heater on/ off switch:

This switch is to turn the electric heater on & off. The switch gets illuminated when
turned on indicating that supply to the heater is on. However the heater is controlled
automatically by the PID depending on set point. The heater can be forced to off condition
irrespective of O/P from PID, by turning the heater switch off. The ct value has been set as 0.5
for electric heater usage. The heater switch should always be in ON position during any heating.
For jacketed autoclaves the O/P of the heater can be used to drive a solenoid valve at the inlet
of the jacket. However the ct value has to be set to 10.0 or above in the PID Page 10 settings.
4.14.7 Cooling on/off switch:

This switch is useful only if an auto cooling system (provided by AMAR) or external
cooling system / solenoid valve is connected to the panel. The switch should always remain on
when heating or cooling is required. The control to the cooling system is given by PID controller
to control the heating rate or when temperature goes above the set temperature & depends on

set temperature. The switch gets illuminated when ever the cooling is turned on automatically
from PID.
4.14.8 Motor on/off switch:

This switch is to turn on & off the supply to AC / DC motor. The switch gets illuminated
when turned on indicating that the supply to the motor is ON.
4.14.9 Gas flow on/off switch (Optional):

It is uses for on /off gas flow on/off.
4.11.10 Liquid flow on/off switch (optional):

It is uses to on off on/off liquid flow metering pump.
4.11.11 Alarm system:

The alarm system may consist of 1 or 2 alarm indicators depending on options & model
selected.
 Temperature Alarm: The alarm buzzer rings along with red flashing LED, when the
process temp. Goes above the alarm set point ASP2 on PID controller OR when PT 100
temperature sensor is open.
 Pressure Alarm: When the process pressure goes above the set pressure, this alarm gets
activated.
The operator can stop the buzzer by pressing the ACK acknowledgement key. But the
red light will disappear only when the fault is corrected or temp / pressure goes below the set
alarm valves.
Thus this system is very effective to prevent any accident due to sudden rise of
temperature, pressure or motor overload during run away or exothermic reactions.
4.11.12 Hater M.C.B.:

Depending on the heater kilowatt the heater M.C.B. is provided at the back of control
panel. This M.C.B. will safeguard temp. Controller, relay & heater in case of any over current or
short circuit. If there any problem related heating or power supply M.C.B. get trip & prevent
accident. After rectify that problem you can switch on the M.C.B. & start your heater
Autoclave Size MCB amp*

100ml – 10trs. 16 amp
10- 100 ltres 25 amp
* The above M.C.B. ratings are for 250° C working temperature & standard autoclave they may
charge for specific high temperature application.
4.11.13 Temperature sensor:

 For Working Temperature upto 400° C: RTD PT-100, 3 wire temperature sensor with high
accuracy & linearity & 2 m long Teflon cable is provided. For Temperature between 300 & 400 o
C glass bead are inserted in the sensor pipe (due to temperature limitation of Teflon). For 300o

C - 400o C working temperature, maximum temperature should be mentioned in the order. The
accuracy of RTD-PT 100 is within ±0.4o C.
 For Working Temperature above 400° C: K type thermocouple (Chromel-Alumel) temperature
sensor is provided for temperatures above 400o C as RTD-PT100 is not suitable for the same.
The accuracy of this temperature sensor is within ±2o C.
4.11.14 Flame proof temperature indicator:

It is uses for to mesure temperature at fpammable area. It fitted into a non flammable
enclosure and connected with reacter temperature sensor
Flameproof (FLP) Enclosure with Digital Temperature Indicator
4.11.15 Electric heater cut-off system or heater temperature controller:

This system provided for control heater temperature and to recover heater from burnt
out that’s coil by over temperature. For this system a PPI Neuro 100 PID controller is installed at
control panel. It measures & shows heater temperature by connected a thermocouple.
Thermocouple has installed at heater coil. So it measures heater temperature directly. To
control heater temperature user should give an alarm set point at page no-0 in heater
temperature controller. When heater temperature increase more than alarm set point,
controller cut off heater supply. There are two cut cut-off system provided at controller
 Heating cut-off while alarm replay latch enable condition:
In this method Alarm relay latch command enabled at heater temperature controller. So
once heater temperature increase more than alarm set point alarm replay go to continues
hold condition. Although your heater temperature decreased after cut-off relay that hold up
continuously. So heater temperature goes continuously off condition. To ON heater supply
user must acknowledge latch command at page no-0.
 Heating cut-off while alarm latch disable condition:
In this method alarm latch command disabled at heater temperature controller. So while
alarm on and off condition heater temperature goes cut off and heater on condition
respectively. Heater on off time depends on alarm hysterises set point.

5.0 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
5.1 AUTO - COOLING SYSTEM: (OPTIONAL)
The SS-304 water tank & mono block pump are assembled & mounted on the trolley at
base level. SS pipe with flexible SS braded teflon hose pipe & quick release coupling are
connected to cooling coil inlet & outlet. Auto-cooling system is effective for very fast cooling &
better temperature control mainly for highly exothermic/runaway reactions. In a PID controller
the cooling may be activated partially at intervals just before the set temperature to control the
rate of heating so that the overshoot is minimum. After the reaction is over, for cooling, the
autoclave can be set to lower temperature and pump cools the autoclave up to above 70°C (or
lower if chilled water or ice is used ) in very short period. For achieving very low temperature in
short period, donot recirculate the hot water, drain it off & continuously add fresh water. If
ordinary tap water cooling (without pump) system is employed, the water immediately turns in
to steam and hence to avoid back pressure and back flow of steam, positive pressure pump is a
must. If required FLP motor & pump can be provided on request.
5.2 HIGH PRESSURE LIQUID CHARGING SYSTEM: (OPTIONAL)

High pressure liquid charging system is useful to charge the liquid during the reaction under
pressure. Hence the liquid to be charged has to be under pressure higher than the autoclave vessel
pressure. The pot assembly is designed to take 100 kg/cm2 pressure unless specified.
Following material should be accompanied with a standard high pressure liquid charging
system.
 SS-316 (or M.O.C. as per your purchase order) Pot (½ L, 1L, 2L, 5L, or 10L as per your order)
fitted on SS Stand.
 SS-316, 0-100 bar, 2 ½” Dia. pressure gauge.
 SS-316 Pressure safety valve (500 – 1500 psi) (optional)
 Liquid inlet funnel & ball valve.
 Needle valve for nitrogen gas pressure / vent.
 Pot outlet needle valve.
 SS Braded high pressure teflon hose pipe (4 ft long from pot outlet to autoclave liquid inlet)
along with NRV & quick release coupling.
INSTALLATION:
The whole system is generally in assembled condition except for the pressure guage &
hose pipe. Connect the pressure guage at the top & the hose pipe from pot outlet to autoclave
vent or sparger valve (such that NRV & QRC are just before autoclave valve) & mount the whole
assembly on the autoclave trolley.
OPERATION:
Initially close the pot outlet valve & open the inlet valve & vent valve, charge the desired
quantity of liquid from the top funnel. After charging is complete close the inlet valve.
Pressurize the pot by N2 or similar gas from the vent valve to a pressure higher than the
autoclave vessel pressure. Open the autoclave vent or sparger valve (i.e. the valve on which the
pot hose is connected) & now slowly open the pot outlet valve. The liquid in the pot under
pressure enters the autoclave until the pot pressure goes below autoclave pressure. Close the

pot outlet & then the autoclave valve as the pot pressure falls below autoclave pressure. The
above system with weighing scale can be used to measure total volume / mass of liquid charged
at any point of time.
PRECAUTIONS:
 Ensure that the NRV direction is always towards the autoclave.
 Ensure that the pot pressure is higher than vessel pressure before charging.
 Never exceed 100 kg/cm2 pressure in the pot.
5.3 CONDENSOR (SHELL & TUBE): (OPTIONAL)

The condensor is a shell and tube type heat excharger used to condense the vent
vapours of the autoclave. The standard condensor assembly consists of.
 Condenser of MOC SS316 or as per your P.O., 0.1m2 / 0.2m2 size as per order fixed on SS
Stand.
 SS braded teflon hose pipe (3 ft long from autoclave outlet to condenser inlet)
INSTALLATION:
Just mount the condensor assembly on the trolley. The condensor is slightly inclined
from left to right towards condensate outlet. Connect the SS braded teflon hose pipe with quick
release coupling on the vent valve & other end to the left side tube inlet of the condenser.
Connect the cooling / condensing media (tap / chilled water) supply line to the shell of the
condenser such that water flows in reverse direction of vapour flow.
OPERATION:
Start the cooling media supply & then open the vent valve, the vapours if any under
pressure would pass through the condensor. The condensate can be collected at the other end
of condensor open to atmosphere. The shell & tube side of condensor is tested upto 10 kg/cm2
pressure unless specified.
5.4 REFLUX CONDENSOR: (OPTIONAL)

It is a single shell water cooled type condensor connected at the vent valve of the
autoclave. The main purpose of this condensor is to vent off the un-condensed vapours &
charge the condensed vapours back into the autoclave. SS knit wire mesh is used as packing
inside the tube. For hastelloy autoclaves glass beads are inserted.
5.5 CHAIN PULLEY LIFTING ARRANGEMENT: (OPTIONAL)

The chain pulley block capacity is 0.5 ton. This arrangement is preferred only for 10 Ltrs
& above capacity autoclaves. The system can be used to lift the head of the autoclave or bomb
or complete assembly. Upto 25Ltrs size the entire filled autoclave assembly with head, bomb &
heater chamber can be lifted together. However for 50 Ltrs & above size the head & bomb has
to be lifted separately. The chain pulley arrangement is thus required whenever.
1) The internal autoclave parts are to be cleaned or replaced.
2) The autoclave is to be charged.
Only the head is required to be lifted for (1) & (2). Disengage the drive as explained
earlier. Connect the clamp rod & hanger & lift only the head with the chain pulley block.

6.0 STANDARD OPERATING PROCDURE (SOP)
 First watch for the control panel “ALL OK” indicator at the bottom left side of the panel before
turning on the MCB.
 Before applying pressure or temperature to the autoclave ensure all the valves are in closed
position in order for proper reaction and prevent losses.
 Ensure that continuous water cooling is provided to the magnetic drive jacket & also for the
pressure sensor jacket / valve adapter jackets if provided, even after reaction is over.
 Never use the sampler valve for venting the pressure use only the vent valve.
 Do not exceed the maximum working parameters as indicated on the unit (name plate) or in
the manual provided.
 Minimum 40% & maximum 70% of the reactants are to be used in order for proper reaction to
take place.
 During heating never touch the heater plate or other body parts.
 Take gas pressure test periodically using nitrogen, depending on usage.
 The direction of the rupture disc & safety valve should always in opposite direction to the user
& preferably connected by a flexible hosepipe to a safe area.
 Ensure proper exhaust system for gas / vapors.
 Inconel 600 rupture disc not suitable for Ammonia & Ammonia mixture.
 Periodic maintenance of the whole unit should be done at least twice a year for long & trouble
free operation i.e. changing of rupture disc, pressure, testing etc.

7.0 INTENDED AND PROHIBITED USE OF THE MACHINE
7.1 Intended Use

The Autoclave / Reactor / Pressure Vessel is used for high pressure & temperature
reactions chemically suitable to the M.O.C. of the autoclave purchased.
 To invent new chemicals

 To produce chemicals in small quantity
 For pilot plant purpose
 For quality control & process improvements
 To study reaction parameters
 For heterogeneous mixing
 To carry out catalytic reactions
 To carry out exothermic or endothermic reactions
 For corrosion studies
7.2 Prohibited use

The machine should not be used in any other purpose other than that specified in the
intended use or should not be used with any chemical that are corrosive to the material of
autoclave.

8.0 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
8.1 User’s Guide

User guide for Laboratory Autoclave. This Manual gives necessary information for the
correct technical, installation, operation & Maintenance of the machine.
Kindly preserve this Manual for entire machine life.
The following safety precaution to be practiced.
8.2 Personnel Safety

 Only trained, skilled, qualified and authorized personnel should install, operate and maintain
the machine.
 Work area must be kept clean and dry. Remove all flammable material from the area. Know the
location of nearest fire extinguisher so that in case of something fired it will be controlled as
early as possible.
 Do not commission the machine without the aid of the qualified instructor.
 Don’t work on this machine after taking strong medication, non prescribed drugs or consuming
alcoholic beverages Amar Equipments Pvt. Ltd. will not take any liability if the same is violated.
 No colour blind person should commission, operate, or maintain the machine.
 No tools other than that prescribed should be used for machine maintenance.
 The machine should only be used as specified in the intended use.
 Don’t operate the machine without understanding the Installation, Operation and Maintenance
manual thoroughly.
 The maintenance work permit procedure should be strictly followed during operation and
maintenance of the machine. Amar Equipments Pvt. Ltd. will not be responsible if the same is
violated.
 Do not store any loose tools in the Machine Compartments or cabinets.
 The person involved in installation and commissioning of the machine should be suitably
qualified and authorized.
 Place a sign over the control panel to inform others that the machine is down for maintenance
or repair.
 Before starting any maintenance work switch off the controls. Follow work procedure
thoroughly.
 Release the pressure completely before removing the parts.
 Only authorized persons are allowed to work on the machine. The personnel working on the
machine should not be less than 18 years of age or as per the government rules and regulations
of the particular country / state.
 The user company must make the operating instructions available to the operator and must
ensure that the operator has read and understood them.
 Ensure, through appropriate instructions and checks within the company, that the area around
the operation zone is always clean and there is always a clear view.
 If any faults occur during the operation, stop the machine immediately and eliminate the fault.

 Any modifications or alterations to the machine shall exclude any liability on the part of the
manufacturer for any damage, which may arise. No modifications, which have an adverse effect
on safety, shall be undertaken. Before any modifications on the machine, consult Amar
Equipments Pvt. Ltd.
 Proper earthing should be provided to the machine, a separate dedicated earthing should be
installed.
 Do not disturb any elements in electrical control panel without proper knowledge. Do not by
pass any of the safety interlocks for any reason. Amar Equipments Pvt. Ltd. will not be liable in
the event of any injury, which happens there after.
8.3 Important Safety

Liquids and gases under pressure and High Pressure Fluid Ejection. (During Operation)
During Operation the pressure build up in the Autoclave when reaches the set point of
the pressure safety valve / rupture disc, the pressure safety valve pops up or rupture disc bursts
and releases the vapor or gases in the atmosphere, if the reactants are toxic in nature the vapor
or gas released can also be toxic which may cause immediate threat to human life.
Suggestion to avoid the hazard
The operator should release the gas in the water tank and the pipe leg of the safety
release valve / rupture disc should be immersed in the water to absorb the toxic gases, which
means that the end user should install a separate pressure relief tank. (For better
understanding a line layout shown below)
Gas Releasing Pipe
Autoclave
Water Tank
Control Panel
Structure
Structure

Liquids and gases under pressure / High Pressure Fluid injection or Ejection.
(During Maintenance)
During Maintenance if the auto clave is opened from its top disc end the residual toxic
gases from the Autoclave may be released into the atmosphere. These toxic gases may cause
immediate hazard to human life. (For better understanding a line layout shown below)
Suggestion to avoid the hazard

The service personnel should release the gas in the water tank by connecting the
vacuum pump to release the toxic gas and the pipe leg of the safety release valve should be
immersed in the water to absorb the toxic gases, again he has to do the nitrogen purging for
the safety. After nitrogen purging again he has to release the toxic gas by the vacuum pump in
the water tank, which means that the end user should install a separate pressure relief tank.
Gas Releasing Pipe

12.0 Machine Installation
Autoclave
Water Tank
Control Panel
Vacuum Pump
Structure
Structure

9.0 MACHINE INSTALLATION
9.1 Electrical Supply Requirements at Installation Site
End user should arrange for Electrical supply system with following specifications.
 Single Phase, 220 Volts, 50 Hz frequency, with Earthing Size: - 2.5 Sq. mm.
 Mains Supply: Copper cable, size 2.5 Sq. mm.
Main Supply
9.2 Installation Safety
 Only skilled persons shall be used for Unpacking and Installations. Persons installing the
Machine should have sufficient know how and experience in Machine Installations.
 Please refer the corrosion chat before installing the machine in corrosive environments.
 Ambient operating Conditions: To ensure that the machines operate correctly, it is necessary
to operate it in rooms with an ambient temperature between +5 to +40C. The electrical
equipments should be operated at relative humidity not exceeding 50% at maximum 40C.
environments. It is important to implement suitable maintenance procedures and schedules.
 The Machine shall be transported only by a suitable fork lift or any equipment suitable to
handle weight of the Machine.
 In case if the Machine is shifted, appropriate work permit procedure should be followed, it is
mandatory to use a licensed forklift operator.
 Explosive Atmospheres:
The Machine is not designed for use in explosive atmospheres. The user is therefore
forbidden to use it in explosive atmospheres (example, due to the simultaneous processing
of materials which cause the emission of sufficient quantities of gases able to create
pockets of explosive gases).
 Lighting:
The purchaser shall be responsible for arranging the lighting systems required by
regulations in force and European Community Directive.

 It is also recommended that all the supplementary manuals and annexure provided along
with the technical file of the Machine should be thoroughly understood and followed.
 It’s Essential that the Machine along with other auxiliary units is well earthed at the
installation locations, to the Earthing pits. The earthing points are marked with symbol as
shown.
9.3 Procedure for unloading the machine.
The machine is packed in a wooden case.
Unload the machine from the container with the help of the forklift.
MACHINE MACHINE
UN LOADING
VECHICLE
 Carry the machine to the required site with the help of fork lift
9.4 Procedure for Unpacking the machine.

Unpack machine carefully on arrival and check for transit damages. Check machine and
equipment’s according to packing list. Report the damages if any, to the manufacturer
immediately. The autoclave is already in assembled condition except for the mounting / fitting
of certain standard or extra attachments. These are all tied or packed in separate boxes. The
motor if packed separately has to be mounted on the stand to couple the motor with
autoclave. First fix the wheels (for a trolley model) to the base. Mount the temperature control
panel on the trolley top (for trolley model) by tightening the feet bolts at respective holes or
preferably place it at a distance (2m long cables provided) at a lower level or inside a proper
ventilated cabinet (If the area is flame proof). Fix the autoclave position on a leveled surface &
lock the wheels. The autoclave should be placed in a room with adequate & effective
ventilation. It is preferable to have a hood with an exhaust fan over the autoclave. This is the
most effective arrangement to vent off any accidental leakage of hazardous gases. Any parts or
equipment given separately should be bolted or mounted as instructed during the trials or read
the respective headings in the manual. Make all the electrical connections as indicated on the
back of the panel.

10.0 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS BEFORE STARTING
 Use a voltage stabilizer for control panel (if there is continuous supply voltage fluctuation). The
stabilizer rating can be decided from the Technical specification chapter.
 For 3φ panels connect neutral properly & check the same all O.K. on the control panel before
switching ON the MCB as without neutral the AC drive will get short & become unusable.
 Connect the provided flexible silicon tube for cooling of gland / magnetic drive / digital pressure
sensor or internal cooling coil (only if you have not opted for auto-cooling system) from the water
source. Water at room temperature can be circulated from any source without any pressure. The
cooling should always be turned on whenever autoclave is in use or at higher temperature.
 Ensure the direction of rotation of motor, clockwise from top side of the motor.
 The area of operation should be well ventilated. atmospheric temperature should be range within
22°c to 35°c
 A continuous watch should be kept on reactions which are (i) Exothermic (ii) Involving highly
reactive compounds such as Acetylene, Ethylene Oxide, Oxygen etc. (iii) dealing in flammable gases.
If found necessary, concrete/steel barricades should be built around the apparatus.
 Chemicals of corrosive nature with material of construction of autoclave should not be used in this
apparatus.
 Don’t put any flammable goods near Autoclave reaction going on autoclave. Put fire extinguisher on
ready to use condition.
 The direction of the rupture disc / pressure safety valve elbow / solenoid valve if provided should
always be against the operator & preferably a hose pipe can be connected to the elbow & taken to a
safer place for safety against any rupture due to high pressure.
 Ensure the motor coupled with magnetic drive properly & motor handle should be tighten while
running the motor.
 Ensure the temperature sensor inserted into thermowoll properly or not.
 Ensure Autoclave clamp should tighted properly with vessel and head assembly.
 Conduct pressure test once before start reaction in autoclave. It avoids leakage problem during the
reaction in autoclave.
 Please ensure polarity of the input supply. That shows polarity indicator on control panel.
 Use non return valve to avoid back pressure come out from Autoclave.
 Don’t touch heater plate during the reaction in autoclave.
 Don’t exceed maximum working parameter indicated on name plate.
 Do periodic maintenance of the equipment should be done at least twice a year i.e. changing
rupture disc, head gasket , alignment, motor & magnetic drive condition, electrical equipments and
its accessories and its working condition with checking electrical load.

11.0 OPERATIONAL MANUAL
This operation manual helps the operator and maintenance staff to give general outline
of the methods and function of the machine. It also aims to ensure that customer obtains
maximum services and the best results in most efficient manner.
This manual is further intended to be useful resource when training operator and
maintenance personnel.
Altering any portion of this manual is prohibited unless approved in writing by the Amar
Equipments Pvt. Ltd. Any operation or maintenance point not completely understood should
be clarified by contacting the service department at:

6, Parmar Industrial Estate, Bail Bazar, Kurla (W),
Mumbai – 400 070, India.
Tel. : (91) – 22 – 6225 5000 / 6225 5036.
Fax:- : (91) - 22 – 2510 9565
Email :- [email protected]
Minimum Cooling H.P. Magnetic

Sr. Autoclave Motor Heater Mains power
Stirrable (optional) drive rating
No. Size H.P. (a) Kw (b) supply
Volume* (c) (kg/cm2)
1 1
1. 50 ml 20 ml /4 0.5 /2 1φ, 220v M20
1 1
2. 100 ml 40 ml /4 0.7 /2 1φ, 220v M20
1/4 1
3 250ml 50ml 0.7 /2 1φ, 220v M20
1 1
4. 400 ml 60 ml /4 0.7 /2 1φ, 220v M40
1 1
5. 700 ml 60 ml /4 1 /2 1φ, 220v M40
1 1
6. 1 Ltr. 130 ml /4 1.5 /2 1φ, 220v M40
1 1
7. 2 Ltrs. 130 ml /4 1.75 /2 1φ, 220v M40
1 1
8. 5 Ltrs. 360 ml /4 2.5 /2 1φ, 220v M80
1 1
9. 10 Ltrs. 1 Ltr. /2 3.5 /2 1φ, 220v M200
1 1
10. 20 Ltrs. 1.6 Ltr. /2 7.5 /2 3φ, 440v M200
1 1
11. 25 Ltrs. 1.6 Ltr. /2 7.5 /2 3φ, 440v M200
1
12. 50 Ltrs. 3 Ltrs. 1 12 /2 3φ, 440v M400
1
13. 100 Ltrs. 6 Ltrs. 1.5 18 /2 3φ, 440v M400
* Total Electrical Load = (a) + (b) + (c) if opted+ if any optional accessories (metering pump).

11.1 SETTING UP THE AUTOCLAVE FOR USE:
Only trained skilled and qualified people shall operate and maintain the machine.
Study the safety as well as operating instructions carefully before starting the machine.
Do not start the machine unless you are well acquainted with the operating parts. Ensure that
all the systems of the machine are properly connected. If all the systems found smoothly
working, run the machine for some time without any load.
The Laboratory Autoclave consists of three operations

 Charging.
 Mixing.
 Discharging.
i) Charging the Material
11.1.1 OPENING THE AUTOCLAVE FOR CHARGING / DIS-CHARGING / CLEANING:

The apparatus is in assembled condition. To open the autoclave first opens the vent
valve to release the internal pressure if any.
1) Slide the bush coupler with one hand simultaneously with other hand loosen the lock (near the
motor mounting plate) & swing the whole motor assembly around the stand so that it comes
out of the way for lifting the autoclave head vertically.
2) Loose the clamp bolts in criss cross fashion with spanner provided.

3) Loose the clamp towards opposite direction of the operator.
4) Remove the clamp from the head.
5) Lift up the Head Assembly from the vessel and mount the head assembly on the head rest on
the left hand side of the machine.
6) Remove the vessel from the heater shell.

7) Add raw material in the vessel for the operation.
 NOTE: Material can be charged through Powder Inlet Port if provided
Fixed head with body(vessel) raising & lowering arrangement( in hanle lift assembly) :-
In this system the head is fixed & the vessel is raised & lowered. It is useful when there
are many fittings on the head which need not be removed to charge & discharge the vessel. To
remove the vessel first one has to remove the heater by holding the heater handle by one hand
& loosen the knob on the rod(on the left on which the heater slides) by other, the heater can
then slide down slowly & should be turned on the left to come out of the way of the vessel.
Now the vessel stand on the right should be raised with the hand (by loosing the knob with
other hand) until the slot in the stand fixed tightly on the O/D of the vessel from bottom.
Tighten the knob. Whenever the autoclave is to be opened or vessel is to be discharged loosen
the clamp bolts in criss cross fashion with spanner provided & then unlock the latches. Remove
the tow half sections of body clamp from the top, then vessel shall rest raising & lowering
stand. Now hold the stand with one hand the knob can be loosed again with the other hand &
the stand can be lowered & turned to right to remove the vessel for charging / discharging.
Now hold the vessel with one hand & unlock the stand by handle from rod & move the stand
from bottom fixed head & discharged the vessel. Follow the same procedure to fixed the vessel
/ interchange the vessel.

Fixed head with body(vessel) raising & lowering arrangement(in hydraulic lifter assembly) :-
In this system the head is fixed & the vessel is raised & lowered. It is useful when there
are many fittings on the head which need not be removed to charge & discharge the vessel. To
open the vessel from head first hydraulic assembly to be placed bottom side of the vessel and
give hydraulic pressure stroke uniformly still hydraulic base plate touch bottom side of the
vessel. Then release pressure if any found into reactor and remove body camp pair by loosen
clam bolts. Release hydraulic pressure uniformly & slowly still vessel come down from reactor.
Now vessel will removed from reactor.
Caution:
 Hydraulic lifter assembly must stand on equal surface.
 Give uniform stroke while lift vessel & release hydraulic pressure uniformly while
remove vessel from reactor.
11.1.2 CLOSING THE AUTOCLAVE FOR OPERATION:

First examine whether all fittings and body Teflon gasket are in good condition and
correct position. If body Teflon gasket has extruded into a thin edge around the inside and
outside diameters, remove the extruded portion with a sharp knife. Tighten the clamp bolts in a
criss-cross pattern. Put autoclave head on vessel. Pressure inlet and pressure gauge position
should be front side direction of the autoclave & cooling coil, and thermo well should be
backside. Then lock clamp latch tight clamp bolt properly.
Caution:
 Don’t exceed specified torque of the clamp bolts & don’t use any adjustable or heavy
duty spanner to tight bolts. Use proper size spanner only has given to tight bolts. Please
refer following order of diagram
1) Remove all chemical solutions from vessel
2) Put vessel in heater plate

3) Hold head assembly on vessel properly
4) Put head assembly on vessel on vessel
5) Lock clamp with vessel and head assembly
6) Tight clamp bolts propely

11.1.3 PRESSURISING THE AUTOCLAVE FROM GAS CYLINDER WITH GAS PRESSURE REGULATOR:
A pressure regulator & a high-pressure hose pipe with NRV (optional accessories) are
needed to draw the gas from the cylinder to the autoclave. Check if all valves are closed
properly & connect the gas hose pipe with the NRV & Quick Release Coupling to the gas inlet
sparger valve (Any one of the two valves connected to common dip tube). The other valve can
be used for sampling. Always make sure that the cylinder gas pressure is more than the
autoclave pressure to avoid autoclave chemicals from flowing into the cylinder, as it may create
serious problems. Gas pressure regulator handle should be in totally unscrewed position
initially. For charging first open the gas cylinder valve keeping the gas inlet valve on autoclave
closed & pressurize the gas line by rotating the regulator handle clockwise thus releasing the
gas from the cylinder. As soon as the pressure gauge reading of hose pipe output line on
regulator goes above the autoclave inside pressure, open the gas inlet valve & charge the gas to
achieve the desired pressure in autoclave & then close the inlet valve very tightly. Now
disengage the pressure hose pipe if continuous gas charging is not received. The regulator
supplied is with threading for H2 cylinder. The same can be used with a separate adaptor
supplied for O2 & N2 gases.
Caution:
 Use non return valve while pressurize into reactor. It avoids back pressure during
pressurize reactor.
11.1.4 RELEASING THE GAS:

To release the gas during the reaction or at the end of the reaction, always vent valve
must be used. Rotate vent valve knob anticlockwise direction and Release pressure uniformly &
slowly during pressure release from reactor.
Caution:
 Never open the liquid sampling valve or gas inlet valve for this purpose as otherwise the
liquid inside the autoclave would come out.
11.1.5 WITHDRAWING LIQUID SAMPLES:
 From Sampling Valve:

Liquid samples may be withdrawn from the liquid sampling valve (refer nozzle
orientation plan to locate the desired valve / nozzle). Whenever the vessel is pressurized,
always close the gas inlet valve before withdrawing liquid. Liquid sample will be discharged with
considerable pressure. 90% of the inside liquid can be withdrawn if the autoclave is under
pressure or pressure is applied through vent valve. Always keep clean after withdrawn sample
from autoclave. It avoids any choke up into sparger tube and sampler valve & its nozzle.
 From Flush Bottom Valve (FBV) (Optional Attachment):

A flush bottom valve shall be provided (if opted) for complete discharge of liquid from
the autoclave from bottom. FBV can also be used as a sampling port during the reaction.
Caution:
 Keep clean after usage flush bottom valve & it should be fully closed condition.
 Don’t over tight flush bottom valve & needle valve

11.1.6 Setting temperature & run the motor:
After closed autoclave head properly with vessel charge all load plug (heater. Cooling,
motor, temperature sensor, pressure sensor & MFC (if opted)) on these points respectively.
Charge main power supply in control panel. If polarity shows all ok then power control panel.
Switch on motor and increase motor speed uniformly. Then Set required reaction temperature
on controller. Switch on heaters s provided cooling provided on reactor.
Caution:
 Before on the electrical system motor and heater and control panel must be earthed
with ground properly. Never start motor drive at maximum rpm.
1) Switch on the MCB first to start control panel. Before start main MCB ensure polarity
indicator status. It should shows All ok. If any problem found coreect supply input power side.
Main supply MCB
2) Switch on the Heater ON/OFF switch towards On position. The heater in the machine
starts heating the chemical inside the vessel.
ii) Mixing the Material

Switch on the Panel RPM button towards up position. By switching on the Panel RPM
button towards up position the motor in the Autoclave along with the shaft and the impeller
starts rotating, which enables to mix the liquid.

iii) Discharging the Material
1. Rotate the sampling valve anticlockwise to discharge the sample for testing.
Note: If the sample tested is OK discharge the sample from the vessel. Discharging details are
mentioned in the next page. Ensure that the Autoclave is stopped completely before
discharging.
2. Switch off the Heater switch on the control panel. By Switching off the Heater switch the heater
in the machine stops functioning.
3. Switch off the Panel RPM button on the control panel. By switching off the Panel RPM button
the motor in the Autoclave along with the shaft and the impeller stops rotating (Working).

12.0 MAINTENANCE MANUAL
This maintenance manual is issued to give the operator and maintenance staff a general
outline of the methods and function of the machine maintenance. It also aims to ensure that
customer obtains maximum services and the best results in most efficient manner. Before
attempting to perform maintenance on this machine you should read this manual carefully and
become familiar with maintenance procedure and schedules so you may perform them
properly and safely. Very often well qualified maintenance people are hampered by lack of
familiarity with the machines they seldom have opportunity to work with, more than by lack of
technical knowledge of the components and devices that comprise the machine. This
assumption is made with the understanding that application of these components and devices
are not particularly unusual or specialized.
This manual is further intended to be useful resource when training operator and
maintenance personnel.
Altering any portion of this manual is prohibited unless approved in writing by the Amar
Equipments Pvt. Ltd. Failure to obtain written approval will exempt Amar Equipments Pvt.
Ltd. of any responsibility and/or liability regarding the operation and maintenance of machine.
Any operation or maintenance point not completely understood should be clarified by
contacting the service department at:

6, Parmar Industrial Estate, Bail Bazar, Kurla (W),
Mumbai – 400 070, India.
Tel. : (91) – 22 – 2509 5001 / 2509 5037 / 2514 0169
/ 2514 3142
Fax:- : (91) - 22 – 2510 9565
Email :- [email protected]
SAFE MAINTENANCE PRACTICES
 Trained, qualified and authorized personnel must only carry out maintenance and repair
operation
 For any Maintenance job either Preventive or Break down the Safe Maintenance Practices
should be followed. In any case no Safe guarding interlock should be bypassed during
maintenance.
 The Preventive Maintenance schedule as specified by manufacturer should be preferably put to
practice.
 For any modifications consult the Technical Services, Amar Equipments Pvt. Ltd. If modifications
are done without Amar Equipments Pvt. Ltd. concern then it’s the purchaser’s responsibility to
match it with the legal compliance of the EC.

 Waiting time of 10 Minutes should be practiced for any electrical job on Electrical Panel after it
has been switched off. This is to discharge all the residual electrostatic charges in the system if
any.
 No Maintenance activity should be carried out without the supervision of the Machine
Commander.
 The Maintenance Engineer, specifying the Nature of Job to be carried out and Type of
maintenance, should sign an appropriate work permit.
 He should be physically and mentally fit to carry out the job. His fitness level acceptance will
explicitly depend on the Law of the land where the Machine is installed.
 Do not bypass the work permit procedure. Amar Equipments Pvt. Ltd. will not be responsible
for any injury, which happens there after due to unsafe maintenance practices.
 After giving the switch off command, the IDEAL WAITING TIME of 10 minutes should be
practiced before maintenance activity. This is to discharge all the electrostatic voltage builds up
in the AC Drive.
 The apparatus may have corrosion or erosion of material after long period of use. Hence it is
advisable to carryout the hydraulic pressure test at 1.5 times its maximum operating pressure
at regular intervals i.e. after every 6 months or 1 year depending on usage. Replace the rupture
disc every 6 months.
 Burn Hazard
When the service personnel carrying out some cleaning work on the autoclave after the
operation is over and if the service personnel unknowingly touches the heater body, he may
suffer from burn hazard. So it is advisable the heater in the machine should be allowed to cool
down till it reaches the room temperature.
 Cutting Hazard
When the service personnel carrying out some cleaning work on the impeller, while cleaning
the arms of the impeller can lightly cut the fingers of the service personnel.

13.0 TROUBLE SHOOTING & IT’S REMEDIES
Sr. PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTIONS
Panel Related Problem
1. Heating not starting i) Heater MCB tripped off Check all electrical connections &
heater. If any problem found on
circuit rectify then on MCB
ii) Set point lower than process Set higher set value
values
iii) Heater switch OFF Turn ON
iv) No o/p from the panel back. i) Check by test lamp while set
v) Heater open or short value > process value. controller
gives control voltage & lamp is
not glow then change SSR drive
ii) Check PID controller output
voltage. It should be 3-30 volt dc
supply. No o/p from PID
controller. Send it for reparing.
iii) Check heater directly on 230v
separate source. If no heat
generation & showing electric
supply on heater body there
then send heater for repairing.
iv) Check heater coil resistance by
multimeter. It should show
proper coil resistance. If it is
range is high / low or open /
short then sent it for repair
v) Check all heating circuit that any
disconnection found.
2. Heating continuously ON i) Switch short i) Replace it
ii) PID heater o/p relay short ii) Repair / replace PID.
iii) SSR short iii) Replace it.
3. PID dead with no indication i) Transformer short i) Repair / replace Transformer
ii) PID damaged i) Repair / replace PID
4. Temp. fault alarm Any fault in PID Check error messages in PID &
solve it.
5. AC motor fault alarm & trip Any fault in AC motor. Check motor fault trips chapter.
6. Cooling system not working Pump faulty Send for repair / replacement.
7. PID reading fluctuating i) Temp. sensor damaged or loose i) Replace / Fix sensor properly.
contact ii) Give direct earthing to panel.
ii) Earthing problem
8. Any current leakage Due to earthling problem Give proper earthling to motor /
panel.
9. Alarm Buzzer not working Buzzer damaged Replace it.
10. No alarm indication or Alarm PCB damaged Replace it.
continuous alarm indication

Sr. PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTIONS
Leakage Problem
1. Leakage from body clamps i) Gasket worn out / missing i) Replace it.
ii) Clamp bolts loose ii) Tighten them.
2. Leakage from any joint / Joint not tightened properly. Use Teflon tape & tightened
pressure not holding properly. First check the point of
leakage by giving air / N2 gas
pressure & then with soap solution
or by dipping in water, establish the
leakage point from where the air
bubble comes.
3. Leakage from Needle / Flush Gland / Seal / Ò` ring failure. i) Replace the same & use teflon /
bottom / Ball valve / NRV / PRV EPDM if your material is
/ QRC / pressure regulator. corroding viton.
ii) Clean the valve by air pressure
iii) Replace the entire valve.
iv) Plug the valve port for
temporary solution.
4. Magnetic drive gland cooling Ò` ring in jacket failed Replace it.
water leakage
Other Problems
1. Pitting / Corrosion of wetted Chemicals / Acids corrosive to MOC Use special MOC suitable to those
parts used chemicals.
2. Vibration of the motor Misalignment i) Use the 4 grub screws on the
motor mounting pipe base for
proper alignment.
ii) Tighten the motor plate knob.
3. Magnetic drive torque lost Over heating of drive above 80 deg Replace inner magnetic rotor &
C without cooling indicated by strip ensure cooling.
on drive turning black.
4. Pressure sensor damaged Over heating of sensor above 80 Replace sensor & ensure cooling.
deg C without cooling
5. No stirring i) Magnetic drive inner rotor i) Replace it
failure due to over heating.
ii) Motor running anticlockwise ii) Interchange any 2 motor phase
looking from top & hence shaft wires for clockwise rotation.
unthreading.
6. Bushes/Shaft wearing off quickly i) Stirrer clamp loose. i) Put it in position of tighten it.
due misalignment of shaft ii) Bush missing / worn out. ii) Replace it.

14.0 CORROSION CHART


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AMAR EQUIPMENTS PVT. LTD.

High Pressure Lab-Autoclave

6, PARMAR INDUSTRIAL ESTATE,

Tel. : (91) – 22 – 6225 5000 / 6225 5036.

Fax:- : (91) - 22 – 2510 9565.

Sr. No. Description Page No.

Our Quality standards / Certifications:

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4.1 Sampling Valve

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4.2 Gas Charging Valve:

Autoclave size Valve End Connection

Gas Charging Valve

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Autoclave size Valve End Connection

4.4 Safety Head / Rupture Disc (RD):

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M.O.C. of Rupture Disc For M.O.C. of Autoclaves

Autoclave Rupture Disc

R.D. Elbow end

Replacement of the safety rupture disc:

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Magnetic Drive Torque

4.5.1 Benefits of magnetic drive over stuffing gland box sealing:

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4.5.3 To dismantle the magnetic drive:

4.6 Ball Valve (Optional):

Autoclave Size Standard Ball Valve Size

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Flush Bottom Valve

4.8 Pressure Sensor (Optional):

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Autoclave Size Pressure Gauge Size

4.10 Pressure Safety Valve (Optional):

Autoclave Size Valve Size

Pressure Safety Valve

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Catalyst Additional Device

4.11.1 Sparger / Dip Tube:

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Autoclave Cooling coil Cooling coil Inlet & Outlet

4.11.4 Stirrer shaft (solid & hollow):

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4.11.7 Catalyst Addition Device (Optional):

4.11.8 Catalyst filter: (Optional)

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4.14 Electrical Control Panel:

Front View of the Control Panel

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Heater M.C.B. Power ON M.C.B.

Motor PC Heater Cooling Pressure RTD Sensor socket

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Page Decrease Increase Enter

Temperature controller is using to control temperature inside of the reactor

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4.14.2 Digital Pressure Indicator / Controller (Optional):

Pressure value in kg/cm2

Pressure value in PSI