Delivery Scope C 5010/C 5012 - IKA C 5010 Mode D'emploi

When handling combustion samples, combustion residues and auxiliary mate-
rials, the appropriate safety requirements must be observed. The following are
examples of substances that may cause dangers: corrosive, easily flammable,
capable of exploding, contaminated with bacteria, toxic.
Oxygen:
When working with oxygen, observe the appropriate requirements.
Danger warning: As a compressed gas, oxygen promotes combustion,
supports combustion intensively and may react violently with combustible
substances. Do not use any oil or grease!
Using a crucible made of stainless steel:
When using crucibles made of stainless steel, their condition should be
carefully checked after every experiment.
A reduction in the thickness of the material may cause the crucible to
burn and may damage the C 5010 and C5012 decomposition vessel.
For reasons of safety, crucibles must not be used any more after a maxi-
mum of 25 combustion procedures.
Specification of the decomposition vessel:
The decomposition vessel is manufactured in accordance with the regu-
lation for pressure vessels 2014/68/EU. This can be recognized from the
CE symbol with the identifying number of the testing station named.
The decomposition vessel is a pressure device of Category III. The de-
composition vessel has been subjected to an EC prototype test. The EU
declaration of conformity represents our guarantee to you that this de-
composition vessel complies with the pressure device described in the EC
prototype test certificate. The decomposition vessel has been subjected
to a pressure test at a test pressure of 330 bar (33MPa) and a leak
test with oxygen at 30 bar (3MPa).
C5010 and C5012 decomposition vessels are experi-
ment autoclaves and must be tested by a professio-
nally trained person each time before they are used.
An individual application is understood here to mean a
series of experiments that are performed under roughly
the same conditions in terms of pressure and temperature Experiment
autoclaves must be operated in special chambers (IKA C 200, C 5000
and C 2000).
Repeated tests:
The decomposition vessel must be subject to repeated tests (internal
tests and pressure tests) by a person with professional training. The
intervals between tests must be determined by the operator based on
experience, operating manner and the material used in the decompo-
sition vessel.
The declaration of conformity loses its validity if mechanical mo-
difications are made to the experiment autoclaves or if stability
can no longer be guaranteed as a result of heavy corrosion (for
example holes eaten in it by halogens).
The threading on the body of the decomposition vessel
and cap screw in particular are subject to a high level of
mechanical stress and must therefore be monitored regu-
larly for wear and tear.
The condition of the seals must be checked for functiona-
lity must be ensured by means of a test for leaks (see the chapter entitled
„Leakage test")
If maintenance tasks, and especially the pressure testing, is not perfor-
med or is performed incorrectly, there is a risk the pressure vessel may
burst or an uncontrolled internal fire may occur at the electrodes which
could burn away the seals (oxyacetylene torch effect), thus posing a risk
to life and limb.
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Pressure tests and service tasks on the decomposition vessel must only be
performed by persons with professional training.
We recommend that the decomposition vessel be sent into our
factory for inspection and repairs if necessary after either 1000
experiments or after one year or, depending on the application,
even sooner than this.
Definition of person with professional training
A person with professional training as defined in these operating instruc-
tions is someone:
1. whose training, knowledge and experience gained through practical
activities ensures that that person will perform the tests in a proper
manner.
2. who is sufficiently reliable.
3. who is not subject to any instructions in terms of testing activity.
4. who is equipped with suitable testing equipment if necessary.
5. who can provide suitable proof demonstrating compliance with the
requirements listed in 1.
Operating pressure containers:
National regulations and laws for operating pressure containers
must be observed!
Anyone who operates a pressure container must maintain it in proper
condition, must monitor it and perform necessary maintenance
and repair tasks without delay, and must take measures appropriate
for the circumstances to ensure safety.
A pressure container must not be operated if it exhibits defects
that could endanger those working with it or third parties.
You can obtain a copy of the pressure vessel regulation from Carl Hey-
mann Press or Beuth Press.
Use only original spare parts from IKA!
Delivery scope C 5010/ C 5012
1 x decomposition vessel
1 x ignition wire
1 x O-Ring-Set
1 x C710.4 cotton threat
1 x gripp
1 x set of labels
1 x C 4 combustion crucible
2 x AF 5,5 double open ended wrench
1 x emergency-vent knob
1 x operating instructions
only C 5012:
1 x snap ring
1 x pressure spring
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