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383M

4520
Bench Top Reactors
Operating Instruction Manual
Parr Instrument Company 4520 Bench Top Reactors

TABLE OF CONTENTS Accessories............................................ 16


Internal Cooling Coils......................... 16
Related Instructions............................2 Liners ................................................. 16
Customer Service...............................2 Spare Parts Kit................................... 16
Air Motor ............................................ 17
Preface ....................................................3
Scope .................................................3 Explosion Proof Operation ................... 18
Safety Information ..............................3
Periodic Pressure Tests ........................ 19
General Specifications .......................3
Explanation of Symbols......................4 General Maintenance Notes.................. 20
Environmental Conditions ..................4
Provisions for Lifting and Parts Lists............................................... 21
Carrying..............................................4 Reaction Vessel Parts List ................. 21
Cleaning and Maintenance………......4 Removable Head Style Parts Lists .... 23
Intended Usage ..................................5 Fixed Head Style Parts Lists .............. 25
User’s Responsibility ..........................5 Overarm Parts List ............................. 28
Unpack Carefully ................................5 Cooling Coil Parts List........................ 30
Vessel Heaters Parts List................... 31
Installation ..............................................6
Pressure and Temperature Related Instructions
Limits ..................................................6
The following Parr publications can be
Assemble the Reactor............................7 ordered to further your understanding of this
Fixed Head or Removable Head instrument and its component parts:
Vessel Design ....................................9
Flat PTFE Gasket or Self Sealing No. Description
O-ring Closure ....................................9 230M Safety Precautions to be observed when
operating Pressure Reaction Equipment
Identify the Valves..................................10
Gas Release Valve.............................10 231M Operating Instructions for Parr Safety
Gas Inlet Valve ...................................10 Rupture Discs
Liquid Sampling Valve........................10 548M Operating Instructions for 4848 Reactor
Controllers
Other Head Fittings ................................12
Safety Rupture Disc ...........................12 234M Operating and Maintenance Instructions
Type J Thermocouple.........................12 for Parr Magnetic Drives
Pressure Gage ...................................12
Gage and Valve Adapters ..................12 323M Operating Instructions for Parr Pressure
Relief Valves
How to Use the Vessel ...........................13 201M Limited Warranty
PTFE Gasket or O-ring Seal ..............13
Fixed Head Vessel Installation ...........13 F0042 Health & Safety Assurance Certification
Moveable Head Vessel Installation ....13
Sealing Vessels with PTFE Gaskets ..13 Customer Service
Sealing Vessels with O-ring Seals .....13
Gas Inlet / Liquid Sampling Valves.....13 Questions concerning the installation or
Gas Connections................................13 operation of this instrument can be answered by
Pressurizing the Vessel .....................14 the Parr Customer Service Department:
Do Not Overfill the Vessel ..................14 309-762-7716
Withdrawing Liquid Samples ..............14 800-872-7720
Releasing Pressure ............................14 Fax: 309-762-9453
To Open the Vessel at Completion www.parrinst.com
of a Test .............................................15 parr@parrinst.com
Initial Operating Test ..........................15
Variable Speed Electric Motor............15
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Parr Instrument Company 4520 Bench Top Reactors

PREFACE
Scope General Specifications
These instructions describe the
installation, operation and maintenance of Electrical Ratings
Parr Series 4520 Bench Top Reactors Controller ratings are found in the
offered in one and two liter sizes. They Operating Instructions for the controller
cover the basic steps to be followed for supplied with your reactor and on the
installing these reactors and describe the controller data plate.
function of all standard components. They
are intended to be used in conjunction with Before connecting a controller to an
several related instruction sheets listed on electrical outlet, the user must be certain that
the previous page. This information the electrical outlet has an earth ground
describes several components which are connection and that the line, load and other
common to most Parr pressure reaction characteristics of the installation do not
equipment and includes safety precautions exceed the following limits:
and other related information applicable to all
reaction laboratories. The users should Voltage: Fluctuations in the line voltage
study all of these instructions carefully before should not exceed 10% of the rated nominal
starting to use these vessels so that they will voltage shown on the data plate.
fully understand the capabilities and
limitations of the equipment. Frequency: Controllers can be operated
from either a 50 or 60 Hertz power supply
without affecting their operation or
Safety Information
calibration.
To avoid electrical shock, always:
Current: The total current drawn should not
1. Use a properly grounded electrical outlet
exceed the rating shown on the data plate on
of correct voltage and current handling
the controller by more than 10 percent.
capability.
2. Ensure that the equipment is connected
Thermocouple: Unless otherwise specified,
to electrical service according to local
all Series 4848 Controllers operate with a
national electrical codes. Failure to
Type J (iron-constantan) thermocouple. The
properly connect may create a fire or
total resistance of the thermocouple and the
shock hazard.
lead wires should not exceed 20 ohms. If
3. For continued protection against possible
the resistance of the thermocouple circuit is
hazard, replace fuses with same type and
higher, it will reduce the sensitivity of the
rating of fuse.
control system.
4. Disconnect from the power supply before
maintenance or servicing.

To avoid personal injury:


1. Do not use in the presence of flammable
or combustible materials; fire or explosion
may result. This device contains
components which may ignite such
material.
2. Refer servicing to qualified personnel.

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Explanation of Symbols

II On Position, full power heater switch

I On Position, half power heater switch

O Off Position

~ Alternating Current (AC)

This CAUTION symbol may be present on the Product Instrumentation and


literature. If present on the product, the user must consult the appropriate
part of the accompanying product literature for more information.

This CAUTION symbol indicates that the surface may be hot.

Protective Earth (PE) terminal. Provided for connection of the Protective


Earth (green or green/yellow) supply system conductor.

Environmental Conditions Cleaning & Maintenance


This apparatus is to be used indoors. Periodic cleaning may be performed on
Operating: 15 °C to 35 °C; maximum relative the exterior surfaces of the instrument with a
humidity of 80% non-condensing. lightly dampened cloth containing mild soap
Installation Category II (overvoltage) in solution. All power should be disconnected
accordance with IEC 664. Pollution degree when cleaning the instrument.
2 in accordance with IEC 664.
There are no user serviceable parts inside
Altitude Limit: 2,000 meters. the product other than what is specifically
called out and discussed in this manual.
Storage: -25 °C and 65 °C; 10% to 85% Advanced troubleshooting instructions
relative humidity. beyond the scope of this manual can be
obtained by calling Parr Instrument Company
Provisions for Lifting and Carrying in order to determine which part(s) may be
The Series 4520 Bench Top Reactors replaced or serviced.
and their components are very heavy.
Before moving ensure all cables are Ensure that any hot
disconnected. Use proper and safe lifting surfaces have had
techniques when installing or moving the adequate time to cool
reactor and/or its components. before cleaning or
maintaining the reactor
and/or its components.
Caution!
Do not use in hazardous
atmospheres.

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Intended Usage and pressure limits must be observed, and


This system has been designed for use as no attempt should be made to increase
a high pressure reactor system. It has been these limits by making alterations or by
designed, built, and tested to strict physical substituting components which are not
and electrical standards. However, it is the recommended by Parr Instrument
user's responsibility to install and operate it in Company.
conformance with local pressure and electrical 2. Install and operate the equipment within
codes. If this equipment is used in a manner a suitable barricade, if required, with
beyond its intended usage, the protection appropriate safety accessories and in full
provided by the equipment may be impaired. compliance with local safety codes and
rules.
All standard Parr pressure vessels are
User’s Responsibility provided with either a suitable relief device
All Parr reactors and pressure vessels are or a means to attach one (typically in the
designed and manufactured with great care to form of a plugged opening). When a
assure safe operation when used within their pressure vessel is delivered without a
prescribed temperature and pressure limits. pressure venting device, it is the
But . . . the basic responsibility for safety when customer’s responsibility to provide
using this equipment rests entirely with the pressure relief in order to protect the
user; who must: operator and the equipment from
1. Select a reactor or pressure vessel that destructive high pressures. If you need
has the capability, pressure rating, more information or need help in selecting
corrosion resistance, and design features a proper relief device, please contact Parr
that are suitable for its intended use. Parr Instrument Company.
engineers will be glad to discuss available 3. Establish training procedures to ensure
equipment and material options with that any person handling the equipment
prospective users, but the final knows how to use it properly.
responsibility for selecting a reactor or 4. Maintain the equipment in good
pressure vessel that will perform to the condition and establish procedures for
user's satisfaction in any particular reaction periodic testing to be sure the vessel
or test must rest with the user - not with remains structurally sound.
Parr.
In exercising the responsibility for the
selection of pressure equipment, the Unpack Carefully
prospective user is often faced with the Unpack the equipment carefully and check
choice between over-or under-designed all the parts against the packing list. If
equipment. The hazards introduced by shipping damage is discovered, report it
under-designed pressure vessels are immediately to the delivering carriers. The
readily apparent, but the penalties that vessel, motor, heater, and temperature
must be paid for over-designed apparatus controller may be packed separately for
are often overlooked. Recognizing these convenience in shipping, but these parts are
criteria, Parr reactors and pressure vessels easily reassembled. Examine the
are offered in several different styles, each components closely for any loose parts or
designed for convenient use in daily shipping damage and be sure to check all
operation within certain temperature and layers of packing materials thoroughly so as
pressure limits, using gaskets, closures, not to overlook any parts which might
and other elements carefully selected for otherwise be discarded.
safe operation within the limits specified for
that design. But in order to preserve the
validity of these designs, all temperature
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INSTALLATION There is also a close relationship between


working pressure and temperature since the
strength of any material will normally fall off
Pressure and Temperature Limits as the temperature is increased.
The working pressure and temperature at Temperature and pressure limits are also
which any reactor or pressure vessel can be affected by the physical properties and
used will depend upon the design of the vessel temperature limits of the gaskets and seals
and the materials used in its construction. used in the vessel, and by any valves,
Since all materials lose strength at elevated gages or other fittings attached to the
temperatures, any pressure rating must be vessel. Obviously, the safe operating
stated in terms of the temperature at which it pressure of any system can be no higher
applies. The standard material of construction than that of its lowest rated component.
for Parr Instrument Company is Type 316 All Parr reactors show the maximum safe
Stainless Steel. operating pressure and temperature
Limits for vessels made of other materials imprinted on the cylinder.
and for other operating temperatures can be The working pressure and temperature in
obtained from Parr Customer Service. No these one and two liter reactors must not
attempt should be made to increase these exceed the following maximum limits:
limits by making alterations or by substituting
components that are not recommended by Pressure and Temperature Limits
the Parr Instrument Company. It must also Vessel Maximum Maximum
be understood that lower pressure and Material Pressure Temperature
temperature limits may be required for
T316SS 1900 psig 350 C PTFE Flat
modified reactors and for vessels made of
Gasket
special alloys.
Limits for vessels will be determined by
T316SS 1900 psig 225 C FKM O-ring
the physical characteristics of the vessel T316SS 1900 psig 275 C FFKM O-ring
material and will be prescribed on an
individual basis.
The maximum working pressure and
temperature for any vessel is governed by
the design of the vessel and the strength of
the material from which it is constructed.

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ASSEMBLE THE REACTOR


The Motor output connector is to be
These reactors require at least 10 sq. ft. used only with Parr Instrument Company
of workspace in a well-ventilated area with motor assemblies supplied with the
convenient access to an electric outlet, appropriate motor power cord.
running water, air and a drain.
2. For Fixed Head Reactors
1. Set the Temperature Controller near the
reactor, leaving a space of at least six Bolt the stand to the
inches between the controller and the bench, table, or floor
base of the reactor so that the controller using the holes in the
will not be unduly affected by radiant base plate.
heat. Connect the reactor to the
controller using information contained in 3. The support and heater are shipped fully
its Instruction Manual No. 548M or follow assembled. The heater raises and
the steps below. lowers on its support rod to permit the
vessel or cylinder to be removed. Lower
Labeled connections are provided on the the heater, open the hinged retainer on
the front of the support and slide the
rear panel of the controller.
vessel into its support. Fixed head
vessels have a square lip which fits into
Parr Cooling Only: a matching groove in the support plate.
Removable vessels are supported by the
split rings which rest on the support
plate. The stirrer drive connector lifts by
The Parr Cooling output connector is to rotating and lifting the knob above the
be used only with Parr Instrument Company belt guard. The universal joint contains a
cooling solenoid valve assemblies supplied cross pin that slips into the groove on top
of the magnetic drive.
with the appropriate cooling power cord.
4. Connect the heater cord from the heater
into the heater socket on the rear panel
Parr Heating Only: of the Series 4848 Reactor Controller.

5. Plug the motor cord into the motor socket


on the rear of the controller.
The Parr Heating output connector is to
be used only with Parr Instrument Company Secure the clamp on the
heater assemblies supplied with the motor cord with the
provided screw next to the
appropriate heater power cord. motor socket for safety
purposes.
Motor:
6. Connect the thermocouple and extension
Secure the clamp on motor cord
wire to both the thermocouple and to the
to the controller with the controller in the “Primary Temp Input”
provided screw next to the motor position on the rear panel. Insert the
socket for safety purposes. thermocouple in the thermowell.

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7. Connect leads from accessory packages


such as tachometer, pressure transducer
and high temp cut-off to the designated
positions on the back panel of the 4848
Controller.

8. Connect cooling water to the magnetic


drive. See Instruction Manual No. 234M.

9. Connect tubing to the rupture disc outlet


and run to a safely vented area. See
Instruction Manual 231M.

10. Note the voltage and amperage


requirement stamped on the controller
data plate, and then plug the power cord
into an appropriate outlet. Power for
these reactors should be drawn from a
grounded outlet capable of carrying up to
the full current rating of the reactor.

11. If an electric stirrer motor is supplied,


turn the speed control knob fully
counterclockwise on the Reactor
Controller, turn on the motor switch and
slightly increase the speed for a short run
to check the stirrer drive system but do
not turn on the heater, put heater toggle
switch in center position (OFF). There
must always be a vessel in the heater
when it is turned on, and the vessel and
heater sizes must match. If the heater is
operated without proper size vessel in
contact with the mantle, the mantle may
overheat and fail.

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Parr Instrument Company 4520 Bench Top Reactors

Parr Series 4520 1 & 2 Liter Reactors are furnished with two structural options in addition to the
size, pressure range, stirrer motor, controller and similar options. These are:

Fixed Head or Removable Head Flat PTFE Gasket or Self Sealing


Vessel Design O-ring Closure
In the fixed head design, the head of the The flat gasket is held in a recess in the
vessel may remain fixed in the reactor vessel head and a machine pilot on the
support stand. All attachments to the head, cylinder closes the recess to completely
gas and liquid feed and discharge lines, contain the gasket. The split ring closure
cooling water, vapor take-off and condenser, used with this gasket has six cap screws
thermocouple, and any electrical leads can which must be tightened to develop the
remain permanently in place. The reactor is loading on the gasket.
opened by removing the cover clamp The self sealing design features an O-
sections and lowering the cylinder away ring retained in a groove on the vessel head.
from the head. This design is self sealing and the split ring
In the removable vessel design, the used with this sealing system does not
entire vessel must be removed from the require nor have the cap screws used with
support stand for charging, product the flat gasket.
recovery, and cleaning. The flat PTFE gasket can be used to
There is no difference in the pressure or operating temperatures as high as 350 C.
temperature limits or basic operating The maximum temperature of the vessels
instructions based upon the fixed head or equipped with O-ring seals depends upon
movable vessel options. There are the material used for the O-ring. The most
differences in the design of the stand common material is a fluoroelastomer (FKM)
components which adapt the vessels to the which has a 225 C maximum operating
support system. temperature limit.

Fixed Head with O-ring Moveable Head with Flat Gasket

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Parr Instrument Company 4520 Bench Top Reactors

IDENTIFY THE VALVES


point near the bottom of the cylinder. This is
Gas Release Valve an angle pattern valve with an attached
The gas release valve is mounted on an coupling which provides a socket for
extension in a 1/8” NPT port. This valve is attaching the A495HC gas hose furnished
open to the gas head space of the cylinder. with the reactor.
This position also includes a 1/8” NPT
thread on the underside of the head which
may be used for a second dip tube or an Liquid Sampling Valve
alternate accessory such as a catalyst The liquid sampling valve is attached to
addition device. the same adapter as the gas inlet valve
Note: If a fitting is added to the combined with the dip tube. With this
underside of the head in this location it will arrangement, incoming gas is always
be necessary to install an additional valve introduced below the surface of the liquid
on the gage adapter open to the gas space and the operator is provided with a means
of the vessel for pressure release. for clearing the dip tube to be sure that any
sample taken during a run will be
representative of the charge. This can be
Gas Inlet Valves done by opening the gas valve momentarily
The gas inlet valve is easily identified to force any liquid in the tube back into the
when the vessel is open by noting that it is reactor before withdrawing a sample from
connected to a dip tube which extends to a the sampling valve.

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Pressure Gage

Thermocouple

Gas Inlet Valve

Plug (extra port) Coupling for Gas Hose


Connection

Gas Release Valve Liquid Sampling Valve

Adapter Bushings

Stirrer Shaft Assembly


Thermowell

Adjustable Impeller Dip Tube with Nut

Stirrer Support Bracket

Inlet Sampling Valve Gas Release Valve


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OTHER VESSEL HEAD FITTINGS psi, a relief valve is added and set to protect
the gage. A 1000 psi rupture disc is
installed as the fail-safe vessel protection.
Safety Rupture Disc For highly corrosive applications where
There is a safety rupture disc attached to the vapor phase might corrode the stainless
the head which is intended to rupture and Bourdon tube, Parr offers isolator
release the pressure before it reaches a assemblies in a variety of materials. These
dangerous level. A metal tag wired to the isolators with their internal piston isolate the
safety head identifies the burst pressure at vapors from the gage.
room temperature for that particular disc. A The gage adapter includes a ¼” NPT
similar tag is furnished with each side port with a plug installed. This position
replacement disc. This tag must remain with may be used for a variety of fittings such as
the apparatus at all times so that both a needle valve, pressure transducer or relief
present and future operators will be aware of valve.
the disc rating. Users should read the
discussion of rupture discs given in the
Instruction Sheet No. 231M for a complete Gage and Valve Adapters
description of the characteristics of rupture The pressure gage and the combined
discs and the precautions to be observed gas inlet and sampling valves are attached
when operating pressure equipment to the head with an adapter which allows
protected by this type of safety device. these fittings to be drawn up tightly when
A typical pre-bulged disc can be used to facing in any direction. To attach these
90% of the rating on the tag. For additional fittings to the head, screw the gage or valves
protection, the user should install an firmly into the adapter, then run the 209HC4
adequate and safe venting system for bushing onto the threaded stem as far as it
removing any toxic, flammable or volatile will go. Screw this assembly into the head
material which would be released if the until the nose of the adapter is seated; then
rupture disc should burst. A connector for back it off until the valve or gage is facing in
attaching 3/8” OD tubing to the discharge the desired direction. Now hold the fitting
port of the rupture disc is provided for this firmly in place and close the joint by
purpose. tightening the 209HC4 bushing. This
connection can be made and broken
Type J Thermocouple repeatedly without destroying the sealing
A Type J thermocouple with a 1/8” dia. faces. A light coating of thread lubricant,
Stainless steel sheath is furnished with the such as Parr No. 424HC2 High Temperature
reactor. Insert this thermocouple into the Anti-Seize Lube, applied to the threads and
thermowell and connect it to the to the nose of the adapter will help to obtain
thermocouple socket on the rear panel of a tight joint.
the temperature controller using the A470E2 Note: Do not use PTFE tape on the
extension wire furnished with the reactor. straight thread connections of the coned
adapters and mating bushings. PTFE tape
should only be used on the (NPT) threads
Pressure Gage such as the needle valves or gage
The pressure gage furnished with this connection.
reactor has a T316 Stainless Steel Bourdon
tube. Gages are furnished in a variety of
ranges to met individual needs. Typically,
the gage and the rupture disc are furnished
as matched ranges. For applications where
a gage is selected with a range under 1000
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HOW TO USE THE VESSEL


PTFE Gasket or O-ring Seal Sealing Vessels with O-ring Seals
It is important to examine the main seal Moveable head vessels with O-ring seals
of the head and cylinder before running any include a split ring and a drop band. Place
experiments. Make certain that the gasket the split rings around the head and cylinder.
or O-ring are in good condition. The seal Raise the drop band around the split ring
should not have any nicks or be hardened, placing the band so that the bolt will tighten
discolored or deformed. Examine the into the dimple on the split ring. Tighten the
mating surfaces of both the head and drop band bolt finger tight.
cylinder to be sure they are clean and free Fixed head vessels with O-ring seals
from burrs. include a split ring with latches. Place the
split rings around the head and cylinder.
Fixed Head Vessel Installation Close the latches.
Lower the heater assembly and swing it to
the left for clearance while installing the Gas Inlet / Liquid Sampling Valves
vessel assembly. Open the hinged retainer These reactors include a double valve
bar and slide the square lip of the head into assembly with a common dip tube. This
the support plate. Close the hinged retainer arrangement allows the introduction of gas
bar. Place the cylinder in the lift cup and into the liquid level as well as the ability to
raise the cylinder up to the head. Place the take samples while the vessel is under
split rings around the head and cylinder and pressure. The A146VB angle pattern valve
close the split ring latches. Follow the bolt at the top is the gas inlet position. The
tightening procedure below. A122VB straight needle valve mounted on
the side of the 208HC10 adapter is the liquid
Moveable Head Vessel Installation sampling valve.
Lower the heater assembly and swing it
to the left for clearance while installing the Gas Connections
vessel assembly. With the vessel on the The A495HC pressure hose is made of
countertop, mount the head on the cylinder. reinforced Nylon which can be used at
Place the split rings around the head and ambient temperature for all non-corrosive
cylinder. Raise the drop band around the gases at pressures up to 2500 psig. This
split ring. Tighten the drop band bolt finger hose is furnished with a male “A” socket
tight. Follow the bolt tightening procedure connection which will attach to the 420HC
below before installing the vessel assembly coupling installed on the gas inlet valve
into the support frame. The split ring closure above the internal dip tube. The other end
rests on the top of the support plate includes a ¼” NPT male bushing with a
alternate 1/8” NPT male thread underneath
Sealing Vessels with PTFE Gaskets for attachment to the gas tank valve.
First, hand tighten the six bolts. Then To attach the hose, pull back the nut,
using the open-ended wrench supplied with rotate the sleeve back as far as it will go
the system. Proceed in a criss-cross pattern toward the nut, insert it into the coupling and
to tighten the bolts to 25 ft/lbs. This can be then tighten the compression nut firmly.
achieved by applying a firm but hard pull to
each bolt. Allow the vessel to stand for Note: This assembly acts like a pipe union,
about five minutes after the initial tightening allowing the hose to remain stationary while
procedure to allow for the flow of the PTFE the joint is tightened.
gasket under load, then retighten the bolts.
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HOW TO USE THE VESSEL material is heated. See the Safety


Instruction Manual No. 230M for additional
(Continued) details and potential hazards.
For applications involving corrosive
gases the nylon hose should be replaced Withdrawing Liquid Samples
with the A490HC hose which includes a Liquid samples may be withdrawn from
PTFE lining and a braided stainless steel the sampling valve attached to the same
outer covering. The A506HC hose is adapter as the gas inlet valve whenever the
constructed of T316 stainless steel (or other vessel is pressurized. Always close the inlet
corrosion resistant materials) is also valve before withdrawing a liquid sample
available for severe conditions. and open the sampling valve cautiously
because liquid will be discharged with
Pressurizing the Vessel considerable force. Be particularly careful if
Check all of the needle valves before the temperature of the sample is above its
introducing gas to the vessel. The A122VB boiling point at atmospheric pressure. If so,
liquid sampling valve must be in the closed it will “flash” and be lost as soon as it is
position throughout the charging procedure. released from the vessel. This problem can
The gas release valve should also be in the be avoided by connecting an optional 4351
closed position unless it is to be used to Sample Collection Vessel to the sampling
purge the vessel or run in a continuous valve to collect the liquid into an appropriate
mode of operation. receiver. The addition of a small amount of
It is important to make certain that the gas can be used to clear the dip tube
pressure in the gas tank is greater than the between liquid samples so that the next
pressure in the vessel. If the vessel sample drawn through the tube will truly be
pressure is greater than the gas tank , liquid representative of the mixture.
will be forced out of the vessel and into the
gas supply when the inlet valve is open. If Releasing Pressure
there is any possibility that the gas tank The gas release valve is used to reduce
pressure might not be sufficient, install a one the pressure in the vessel if the system is
way check valve in the gas line to prevent accidentally overcharged when filling. It is
any reverse flow. (Hoses with check valves also used to release any excess pressure
are available upon request) After the during a run and to exhaust the vessel at the
desired pressure has been reached, close end of a test.
the valves and disconnect the hose If the discharge gases are flammable or
assembly at the vessel side. toxic, a line should be added to the valve to
discharge into an appropriate containment or
Do Not Overfill the Vessel exhaust system.
Monitor the pressure gage of the vessel
when admitting gas. Be aware of the
maximum pressure limits of the vessel and
allow for expansion as a result of the heating
process.
As a general rule, the liquid charge
should not exceed two-thirds of the capacity
of the cylinder. Too much liquid in the
vessel can lead to the development of
dangerous pressures if sufficient space is
not available for expansion when the
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HOW TO USE THE VESSEL


(Continued)

To Open the Vessel at Completion Variable Speed Electric Motor


of a Test Reactors are normally equipped with a
Fixed Head Units: Lower the heater DC variable speed motor supplied and
and swing it out of the way. Raise the controlled through the Series 4848
cylinder support to the cylinder bottom. Controller. Instructions for connecting and
Open the gas release valve to discharge any operating these motors are included in the
internal pressure. The split ring closure may controller instruction sheet No. 548M. This
now be removed by unscrewing the bolts or motor is usually installed in a drive system
opening the latches. The head with all of the designed to produce stirring speeds from 0
attached fittings may remain in the support to 600 rpm. Higher speeds (1000 or 1700
plate. The cylinder can be lowered away. rpm) can be obtained by substituting larger
Care should be taken when removing the diameter motor drive pulleys.
cylinder so damage will not occur to the
internal fittings.
Moveable Head Units: Lower the
heater and swing it out of the way. Open the
gas release valve to discharge any internal
pressure. Remove the complete vessel
assembly from the support stand and place
it on a countertop. The split ring closure
may now be removed by unscrewing the
bolts or opening the latches. Care should be
taken when lifting the head from the cylinder
so damage will not occur to the internal
fittings.

Initial Operating Test


Read all operating instructions carefully
so as to be well acquainted with the correct
procedures for handling the vessel and for
operating the controller and other
accessories. An initial operating test should
be made, with only water, to check the
apparatus before starting the first
experimental runs. For this initial test, fill the
cylinder not more than half full of water and
run the temperature up to 150ºC while
checking the apparatus for leaks and
observing the performance of the
temperature controller.

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ACCESSORIES

Internal Cooling Coils Liners


Cooling coils may be installed in any of Glass or PTFE liners can be furnished to
these reactors. The heads of the one and fit most Parr reactors. These liners slide into
two liter vessels are drilled with 1/8” NPT the cylinder. Although they will not keep
connections on the top and underside of the corrosive vapors from reaching the surfaces
head. These openings will have plugs of the cylinder and head, they make it much
installed if a cooling coil was not required easier to add and remove liquid reactants,
when the system was furnished. and they give some protection to the cylinder
The standard cooling coil is a serpentine when working with corrosive solutions. It
configuration. These coils provide an must be noted, however, that adding a liner
effective cooling area and may be used with will slow the heat transfer rate into the
either a Pyrex or PTFE liner. An optional vessel, and it may be necessary to adjust
spiral coil is available which offers a larger the temperature control method to prevent
surface area for cooling but it is more difficult overheating.
to clean. The spiral coil can not be used
with an internal liner and it may not Liner Part Numbers
coordinate with other optional internal Fits Cylinder Glass PTFE
fittings. ID Size Liner Liner
The A160HW3 solenoid valve package is 4” 1000 mL 398HC 398HCHA
recommended for use with the internal 4” 2000 mL 399HC 399HCHA
cooling coil. This package includes the
solenoid valve, a metering valve and the
parts required to automate and control the
cooling process. This assembly will connect Spare Parts Kit
to the cold water line, the cooling coil and to Parr can furnish spare parts kits for these
the temperature control. Cooling will then be reactors which will provide a reserve supply
admitted to the coil whenever cooling is of parts and tools sufficient to handle most
called for by the temperature control. This normal replacements and emergency repairs
system is particularly advantageous when during a year of heavy usage.
holding fixed temperatures below 150 °C or These kits contain replacement gaskets,
to control exothermic reactions. packing, O-rings, shafts, bearings, and
Alternate plugs are available to close rupture discs. They can be ordered from
these ports when the coil is removed. any Parr Dealer or direct from the Parr
The replacement of a cooling coil will Instrument Company. The order must
require new nuts and ferrules for installation. specify the reactor size and indicate type of
Align the replacement coil with the internal rupture disc, stirrer drive and whether it has
fittings before tightening the nuts. Once the a flat-gasket or O-ring closure. Always
nuts are tightened it may be necessary to provide the reactor serial number (stamped
manually squeeze or slightly adjust the on head and cylinder) to assure receipt of
serpentine loops of the coil to position it proper replacement parts.
properly for clearance.
If an internal cooling coil is not required
these two ports may be used for alternate
fittings such as an additional valve with a
second dip tube.

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Air Motor
Variable speeds from 100 to 2000 rpm If the motor becomes sluggish, flush it
can be obtained by replacing the standard with a non-flammable solvent in a well
motor with an A1393HC air motor assembly. ventilated area. Disconnect the air line and
This motor operates on compressed air muffler and pour a small amount of solvent
which must be supplied at 40 psig minimum into the inlet port. Rotate the shaft by hand
pressure with at least 10 CFM available at in both directions for a few minutes; then
that pressure. It is furnished with a speed connect the air line and run the motor until
control valve and oiler, all assembled on a there is no further trace of solvent in the
mounting bracket. exhaust.
To operate reactors equipped with an air If the muffler felts are dirty, wash them in
motor, mount the assembly firmly on the solvent or replace them.
stand and connect the air hose to a Re-lubricate the motor with a squirt of oil into
compressed air line. For best torque and the chamber and reassemble.
speed control the piping to the motor should If it becomes necessary to disassemble
be at least 1/4" IPS or larger. Fill the oiler the motor to replace the vanes, follow the
with SAE 10 oil and adjust the oiler to feed directions given in the instruction sheet
one drop per minute into the air stream. For published by the Gast Manufacturing
long continuous runs at high speeds the Corporation, Benton Harbor, Michigan.
oiling rate should be increased to three
drops per minute.

Air Motor Option

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controller is to be installed in an
explosion proof housing, the user must
EXPLOSION PROOF provide the necessary housing and
installation.
OPERATION
3. The Heater
If the local safety code requires that The elements in the heater could be
equipment installed in the user’s laboratory dangerous in an explosive atmosphere if
must be explosion proof, there are four the surface temperature of the element
possible ignition hazards to be considered: becomes high enough to ignite
flammable vapors. This hazard must be
1. The Motor evaluated for each individual installation
The standard adjustable speed motor since major modifications are required if
is not explosion proof, yet these motors the heater must be isolated from the
are not unduly hazardous if operated in a surrounding atmosphere. Users who
well ventilated location where care is consider this a significant hazard are
taken to prevent the accumulation of urged to contact the Parr Instrument
explosive gases or vapors. To eliminate Company for further discussion and
any possible spark hazard originating at suggestions that might be helpful.
the motor, Parr can furnish an air motor
as described previously, or the reactor 4. The Wiring
can be equipped with a variable speed, The wiring provided with the standard
explosion proof motor that is approved reactor systems does not meet the
for use in Class 1, Groups C & D, and standards prescribed for explosion proof
Class 2, Groups E, F, & G atmospheres. operation. Optional, intrinsically safe
Explosion proof motors are furnished barriers are available.
with a temporary power cord and plug
which are not explosion proof. The user
should remove this temporary wiring and
replace it with an explosion proof switch
and wiring which will comply with the
local electrical code.

2. The Temperature Controller


The Series 4848 Temperature
Controllers furnished with these reactors
contain switches and other elements that
are not explosion proof. The minimal
spark hazard associated with these units
can be resolved by installing the
controller in a remote location outside of
the hazardous area or by enclosing it in
an approved explosion proof housing. If
enclosed within a positive pressure,
clean air housing, the discharge from the
housing must be directed into a safe
area. If requested, Parr will furnish the
long lead wires needed to mount the
controller in a remote location. If the
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PERIODIC PRESSURE TESTS


Each cylinder used in a Parr stirred Users who do not have pressure test
reactor is tested under hydrostatic pressure facilities can return any Parr pressure vessel
to 1.3 times its maximum rating before it is to the factory for hydrostatic testing and
released from the factory. Micrometer overhaul. This should be done whenever
caliper measurements are taken during this the metal shows excessive damage from
test to check the deflection of the walls corrosion or whenever an over-pressure or
under pressure. Excessive deflection or other unusual occurrence raises any safety
failure of the metal to resume its original questions. To return a vessel for repair
dimensions after pressure is released contact Parr Instrument Company for a
indicates that a cylinder is potentially unsafe return authorization number. Apparatus
and it will be rejected. Similar tests should returned for testing and overhaul should be
be made at regular intervals during the life of shipped prepaid to the Parr Instrument
each cylinder, and particularly whenever the Company, 211-53rd Street, Moline, Illinois
user suspects that the equipment has been 61265. An order or letter of instructions
over-stressed or damaged. should be mailed to the same address, as
Some laboratories maintain hydraulic no repair work will be started without specific
test facilities and make it a rule that all instructions and a Health & Safety
pressure vessels must be tested at regular Assurance Certification form (F0042) signed
intervals. Records are kept of deflections at by a responsible user.
specific test pressures so that any increase
in deflection becomes a warning that the
metal has lost strength. Any cylinder that
fails to return to its original dimensions after
application of the prescribed hydrostatic test
should be discarded as unsafe for further
use.

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GENERAL MAINTENANCE NOTES fittings. The compression ring cannot be


installed after fittings have been screwed
1. Periodically inspect all electrical wiring into the head.
and pressure connections for excessive 8. Clean all threads and gas passages
corrosion. Suspect parts should be thoroughly and remove all tape fragments
replaced by components only supplied when overhauling a vessel. An ultrasonic
by Parr Instrument Company. bath is excellent for cleaning metal parts,
2. Always use appropriate wrenches on all but do not place a thermocouple probe,
fittings and valves. Never use pliers or pressure gage, face seals or ball bearings
pipe wrenches. in an ultrasonic bath. Periodic cleaning
3. Head and cylinder service fixtures are may be performed on the exterior
available for convenience and protection surfaces of the reactor stand with a lightly
of components during maintenance of dampened cloth containing mild soap
your reactor. solution. All power should be
4. To reinstall straight thread (NPS) fittings disconnected when cleaning.
to the head, screw the gage or valves 9. Routinely inspect cap screws on split ring
firmly into the adapter. closure for lubrication and cleanliness.
Run the bushing onto the threaded stem These screws should not be allowed to
as far as it will go. Screw this assembly dry because the threads will seize.
into the head until the nose of the Regularly apply Parr High Temperature
adapter is seated; then back it off until Anti-Seize Lubricant (Parr No. 424HC2)
the valve or gage is facing in the desired before this happens.
direction (no more than one full turn). 10. To operate reactors equipped with an air
Hold the fitting firmly in place and close motor, connect air hose to a compressed
the joint by tightening the bushing. This air line. For best torque and speed
connection can be made and broken control the piping to the motor should be
repeatedly without destroying the sealing at least 3/8” IPS or larger. Fill the oiler
surfaces. A light coating of thread with SAE 10 oil and adjust the oiler feed
lubricant, such as Parr High Temperature one drop per minute into the air stream.
Anti-Seize Lubricant, applied to the For long continuous runs at high speeds,
straight threads and to the nose of the the oiling rate should be increased to
adapter will help to obtain a tight joint. three drops per minute. If the motor
Note: PTFE tape should not be used on becomes sluggish, flush it with a non-
this joint. flammable solvent in a well ventilated
5. NPT (National Pipe Taper) threads area.
should not be disassembled any more Disconnect the air line and muffler and
than necessary. It will become pour a small amount of solvent into the
increasingly difficult to maintain a tight inlet port. Rotate the shaft by hand in
seal with these tapered threads if the both directions for a few minutes; then
joint is made and broken repeatedly. connect the air line and run the motor until
Grafoil tape or PTFE tape (if temp there is not further trace of solvent in the
allows) should be used on all NPT exhaust. If the muffler is dirty, replace it.
threads. Relubricate the motor with a squirt of oil
6. Do not use oil or anti-seize lubricant on into the chamber and reassemble.
threads or fittings if the vessel is to be 11. If servicing assistance is needed, contact
used with oxygen. Parr Instrument Company directly at the
7. If your vessel is equipped with a loose address shown on the back of these
compression ring be sure that it is in place instructions.
on the head before attaching any head
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PARTS LISTS

Reaction Vessel Parts List


Consult the itemized list for your reactor For parts made from alternate materials use
provided along with this manual. For purpose of the codes shown below as a suffix to the
reactor identification, the following standard part number.
abbreviation/codes are used: CM - Alloy 400 CC - Alloy 20Cb3
FH - Fixed Head LD - Light Duty CT - Alloy 600 CAD - Titanium G2
RV - Removable Head HD - Heavy Duty CG - Alloy B-2 CAA - Titanium G4
FG - Flat Gasket OS - O-ring Seal CXA Zirconium G702 CH - Alloy C-276
CXB Zirconium G705
Part No. Description Code
Part No. Description Code
Cylinders
236HC10 Cylinder, 1000 mL FG SHAFTS
236HC20 Cylinder, 2000 mL FG 352HC6 Stub shaft, A1120HC6, 2.56” RV(LD)
2742HC10 Cylinder, 1000 mL OS 352HC9 Stub shaft, A1120HC6 , 3.98” FH(LD)
2742HC20 Cylinder, 2000 mL OS 1025HC39 Stub shaft, A1180HC4, 5.76” FH(HD)
1025HC14 Stub shaft, A1180HC4, 4.12” RV(HD)
HEADS A449HC Shaft assembly with coupling, (LD)
1370HC20 Head RVFG(LD) 1000 mL
2252HC20 Head FHFG(LD) A449HC2 Shaft assembly with coupling, (LD)
2740HC20 Head RVOS(LD) 2000 mL
2750HC20 Head FHOS(LD) A1030HC Shaft assembly with coupling, (HD)
2259HC20 Head FHFG(HD) 1000 mL
2758HC20 Head FHOS(HD) A1030HC2 Shaft assembly with coupling, (HD)
755HC50 Head RVFG(HD) 2000 mL
378HC Coupling, stirring shaft (LD)
INTERNAL FITTINGS 379HC Pin, shaft, coupling (LD)
1028HC Coupling, stirrer shaft (HD)
THERMOWELL 1029HC Pin, shaft, coupling (HD)
265HC7 Thermowell 1000ml FH 447HC Shaft bushing, PTFE (LD)
265HC12 Thermowell 2000ml FH 1027HC Shaft, bushing, PTFE (HD)
448HC Shaft with 447HC bushing, 1000 (LD)
STIRRER SUPPORT BRACKET mL
A380HC Stirring Bracket Assembly FG 448HC2 Shaft with 447HC bushing, 2000 (LD)
A1404HC Stirrer Bracket Assembly OS mL
380HCF Cap screw for A380HC/ A1404HC bracket 1025HC Shaft with 1027HC bushing, 1000 (HD)
299HC Bushing PTFE for A380HC/ A1404HC bracket mL
1025HC2 Shaft with 1027HC bushing, 2000 (HD)
299HCKF Bushing, graphite for A380HC/ A1404HC bracket
mL
A358HC2 Impeller with set screws, 2.28” dia
DIP TUBE
A358HC5 Impeller with set screws, 2” dia
257HC26 Dip Tube with nut, 1000 mL
358HC2F Set screws for impeller
257HC27 Dip Tube with nut, 2000 mL
GASKETS & SEALS
48HC Gasket, silver; thermowell and LD drive
48HCFG Gasket, gold plated; thermowell and LD drive
315HC2 Head Gasket, PTFE FG
2741HCJV O-ring FKM OS
2741HCJK O-ring FFKM OS

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Part No. Description Code Part No. Description Code

EXTERNAL FITTINGS SPLIT RINGS AND ACCESSORIES


94CAAD Plug, 1/4" NPTM A232HC Split ring pair with cap screws RVFG
A122VB Needle Valve, 1/8" NPTM (Gas Sample) A2255HC3 Split ring pair with cap screws, FHFG
A146VB Needle Valve, angled 1/8" NPTM (Gas latches
Release/Inlet) 232HCFDE Cap screw, for A232HC and A2255HC3
208HC10 Valve adapter, two 1/8" NPTF 2245HC Split ring, pair RVOS
208HC15 Gage adapter, angled, two 1/4" NPTF A2243HC Split ring, pair, with latches FHOS
234HC Compression Ring A233HC Drop band with screw RV
209HC4 Bushing
260HC2 Valve extension, 1/8" NPT (Gas Release) GAGES
288VBAD Male Connector, 3/8 T-1/4" NPTM 56HCPC Pressure gage, 4-1/2", 0-600 psi
396HC3 Stirrer Plug (LD) 56HCPD Pressure gage, 4-1/2", 0-1000 psi
35HC Compression Nut, for plug (LD) 56HCPF Pressure gage, 4-1/2", 0-2000 psi
420HC Adapter, 1/8" NPTF to A socket (Gas Inlet)
A472E2 Thermocouple, 1000 mL
A472E6 Thermocouple, 2000 mL
A888HC2 Safety Rupture Disc assembly without disc
(see 231M)
A2685HC Cooling Sleeve assembly (LD)
A740HC Cooling Sleeve assembly (HD)
A1120HC6 Magnetic Drive assembly (LD)
A1180HC4 Magnetic Drive assembly (HD)
663HC Olive, drive seal (HD)
664HC Nut, Gland, drive seal (HD)

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Removable Head Style Parts Lists

Front View
Removable Head Flat Gasket

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Removable Head Flat Gasket

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Fixed Head Style Parts Lists

Front View
Fixed Head Flat Gasket
Light Duty Footless Mag Drive

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Back View
Fixed Head Flat Gasket

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Fixed Head Flat Gasket

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Overarm Parts List


Part No. Description Code Part No. Description Code

MOTOR SHAFT COUPLINGS


1355EES Motor VS/PM130VDC 1/8 HP LD 2075HC Shaft Coupling .38, Universal (LD)
A1554EES Motor VS/PM 130VDC 1/8 HP LD 2352HC Shaft Coupling .50, Universal (HD)
with EMC filter
A1393HC Air Motor LD RELEASE KNOBS
A388E6 Air Motor HD 845HC2 Release Knob, .38 Shaft LD
A388EES Motor 1/4 HP VS 90 VDC HD 726HC Release Knob, .50 Shaft HD
A388E2ES Motor 1/2 HP VS 90VDC HD
A388EEQ Motor 1/4 HP EXP VS 90 VDC HD DRIVE PULLEYS (MOTOR)
A388E2ET Motor 1/2 HP VS 180 VDC HD 857HC Pulley 600 RPM LD
A388EER Motor 1/4 HP EXP VS 180 VDC HD 857HC3 Pulley 800 RPM LD
A388EET Motor 1/4 HP VS 180 VDC HD 857HC4 Pulley 1000 RPM LD
857HC5 Pulley 1700 RPM LD
DRIVEN PULLEY ASSEMBLY 695HC5 Pulley 800 RPM .62 HD
A2179HC Driven Pulley Assembly LD 695HC3 Pulley 1000 RPM .62 HD
839HC Ball Bearing LD 695HC2 Pulley 1700 RPM .62 HD
841HC Snap Ring, External .693" LD
842HC Snap Ring, 1.804" LD PULLEY BELT COMBINATIONS (LD DRIVE)
858HC2 Pulley, Driven LD LD Pulley Belt
862HC Support Hub LD 857HC 847HC9
299HC2 Bushing, PTFE LD 857HC3 847HC9
A2519HC Driven Pulley Assembly HD 857HC4 847HC9
706HC2 Pulley, Driven HD 857HC5 847HC10
725HC Support Hub HD
730HC Ball Bearing HD PULLEY BELT COMBINATIONS (HD DRIVE)
731HC Snap Ring Internal 2" HD HD Pulley Belt
732HC Snap Ring External 1" HD 695HC5 728HC5
2429HC Bushing PTFE HD 695HC3 728HC5
695HC2 728HC6
UPPER DRIVE SHAFTS
A2562HC Upper Drive Shaft , A1120HC LD OPTIONAL TACH PARTS
A2562HC2 Upper Drive Shaft, A2140HC LD 1564HC Optical Wheel
A2564HC Upper Drive Shaft, A1120HC6, LD A1001E Tach Sensor Assembly (9.0"L)
¼ hp motor A1001E2 Tach Sensor Assembly (5.5"L)
A2564HC2 Upper Drive Shaft , 1/4 -1/2 hp, HD
A1180HC

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Overarm Assembly

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Cooling Coil Parts List


Part No. Description

2998HC10 Cooling Coil, Serpentine 1L


2998HC20 Cooling Coil, Serpentine 2L
A92HWAD Male Connector, T316SS* * Used in both top and bottom on the head. Change to
217VBAD Nut for tube 1/4", T316SS* appropriate material suffix for special alloy vessels for
218VBAD Ferrule for tube 1/4", T316SS* internal connection.
885HC2 Plug, 1/4" T Cap & Nut

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Part No. Description


Vessel Heaters Parts List
A2256HC12EE Heater Assembly 1000W 230V 1L w/
Part No. Description thermowell
A2256HC20EB Heater Assembly 1500W 115V 2L
FOR FIXED HEAD VESSELS A2256HC20EE Heater Assembly 1500W 230V 2L
A2256HC10EB Heater Assembly 1000W 115V 1L A2256HC22EB Heater Assembly 1500W 115V 2L w/
A2256HC10EE Heater Assembly 1000W 230V 1L thermowell
A2256HC12EB Heater Assembly 1000W 115V 1L w/ A2256HC22EE Heater Assembly 1500W 230V 1L w/
thermowell thermowell

Benchtop Stand Arrangement

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