Operating Manual Number : LWD-3012E(7)

Revised : December, 2009

September, 2010
June, 2014

Automatic Water Still

Model : LWD-3004 / LWD-3008 / LWD-3012
1.1. Tables of
Contents 1.1. Tables of Contents.....................................................2
1.2. Getting Started..........................................................2
1.3. Product Overview......................................................3
1.4. Product Specifications...............................................4
1.5. Parts and Functions..................................................5
1.6. Installation ................................................................8
1.7. Operating ................................................................11
1.8. Service and Maintenance........................................14
1.9. Water Flow Diagram ...............................................18
1.10. Circuit Diagram ....................................................19
1.11. Warning ................................................................20

1.2. Getting Thank you very much for purchasing Daihan Labtech
Started product.
Your Water Still has been designed with function,
reliability, and safety in mind. It is your responsibility to
install it in conformance with local electrical codes. For
safe operation, please pay attention to the alert symbols
through the manual.
This manual contains important operating and safety
information. You must carefully read and understand the
contents of this manual prior to the use of this equipment.

Warning
Warning alert you to a possibility of personal injury

Caution
Caution alert you to a possibility of damage to the
equipment.

Note
Notes alert you to pertinent facts and conditions.

Hot Surface
Hot surface alert you possibility of burning injury by hot
instrument surface
HOT
Explosive
Explosive alerts you to possibility of explosion by high
pressure.
1.3. Product
Overview LabTech LWD Automatic Water storage tank
produce ultra-pure, bacteria and pyrogen free distillate
with a very low conductivity (Up to 3.5 MΩ at 20 ℃)
produce distillate over to 4ℓ~ 12ℓ/minute. The distillate is
in conformity with many regulations of many international
pharmacopoeia.

Unique design and safety feature with hydraulic

temperature controller and an electronic level switch
provides automatic operation. By lack of water, the
heating is automatically switched off to protect heater
from over heating.

Your Automatic Water Stills are intensively tested before

shipment. Some water droplets can be remain in the
boiler or storage tank.
1.4. Product Specifications

Model LWD-3004 LWD-3008 LWD-3012

Capacity 4.0ℓ/ hour 8.0ℓ/ hour 12.0ℓ/ hour
Dimensions(mm) W740xD345xH513 W680xD360XH650 W700xD400xH650
Heater 3.0 kW 6.0 kW 9.0 kW
Cooling Water Approx. 30ℓ~ 50ℓ Approx. 60ℓ~ 80ℓ Approx.80ℓ~ 100ℓ
Material Inner Stainless Steel Boiling Chamber
Stainless Steel Storage Tank
Outer Powder Coated Steel
Reservoir 8ℓ SUS Tank 14ℓ SUS Tank 19ℓ SUS Tank
Safety Device Over Temp. Protector
Water Float Level Sensor
Water Supply Cut-Off
Operation Fully Automatic Operation
Signal Lamp Distill, Full, Water
Electric Supply 220V, 50/60 Hz, 1Phase

Optional Accessory
Model Descriptions
LAB-1001 Prefiltration Cartridge (Hi-Clean Pre Filter)
LAB-1002 Prefiltration Cartridge (Hi-Clean Pre Filter + Carbon Filter)

Cartridge is attached on the side of the Automatic Water Still to remove particles in the feeding water to

prevent scale formed in the boiling chamber

LAB-1002
LAB-1001
Prefilter Cartridge removes larger than 5 ㎛
Prefilter Cartridge removes larger than 5 ㎛
particles and carbon filter removes organic
particles in the feeding water
components in the feeding water
1.5. Parts and
Functions

① ELECTRIC CIRCUIT BREAKER

Automatically cut-off electrical supply if electrical leak
in the circuit.
② MAIN POWER SWITCH
Main electrical supply power switch
③ DISTILLED WATER DISPENSER (WITHDRAWAL)
Distillate is withdrawn via the black plastic cap (1) on
the front of the unit. The cap can be opened in
continuous or in interval positions. A silicone or
laboratory hose with an inner diameter of approx 15
cm can be fixed to the distillate withdrawal tap. The
hose must be secured with a hose clip.
! WARNING !
The temperature of the distilled water in the
storage tank may higher than 50 ℃
④ DISTILL PILOT LAMP
Signal lamp on during distillation operation
⑤ FULL PILOT LAMP
Signal Lamp on when the storage tank is full with
distilled water. Once the tank is full Automatic Water
Still stop operation.
⑥OVER TEMPERATURE CUT OFF
A low water cut off (thermostatic over-temperature cut
off) protects the heating element against running dry
causing over heating. In case of low water, the electric
supply to the heater is switched off by the low water
cut-off.
To restart the unit, check water supply to the boiling
chamber and fill the water to immerse the heating
element completely.
During normal operation, turn the control to maximum
level to boiling water to produce maximum distilled
water production.

The Cut Off Temperature is 120 ℃.

⑦ TAP WATER SUPPLY INLET

The tap water supplies water to the water still trough
solenoid valve. Use Screw Lock Connector /w
pressure tube (Acc. Part# ) supplied with to connect
between the inlet and tap water main.
⑧ COOLING WATER OUTLET
Connect 1/8” silicone hose supplied with or heat
resistant hose to the cooling water outlet. It must not
be longer than 1.5 meters. The hose has to be led to
the drain on a lower level and must have slope on the
complete length of the hose.
The cooling water must be allowed to flow off
without back draughts.
! WARNING !
The temperature of the cooling water from the
outlet may up to 70 ℃
⑨ BOILER DRAIN VALVE
Connect 1/8” silicone hose supplied with or heat
resistant hose to boiler drain valve to drain the boiler
in case of cleaning and/or maintenance works.
! WARNING !
The temperature of the boiling water in the boiling
tank may up to 100 ℃

⑩ STEAM VENTILATION PIPE

Excess Steam generated by water still vent to the
ventilation pipe. Cover the pipe hole with dust guard
shield to prevent contamination.

⑪ Supply water valve from outside

The function of valve supply into the filter from the
outside water
Connect through a hose to water-line of outside.
Adjust a valve to a proper volume by after check
water pressure
1.6. Installation ■ Before Installation

The information given in this manual must by all

means be carefully ready and observed. Only then
can a perfect functioning of the Water Still be
guaranteed.

A free of charge guarantee repair cannot be

granted for defects due to improper installation or
handling.

1) The main voltage must correspond to the voltage given

on the name-plate

2) Place Water Still on the flat and leveled surface

3) Place Water Still near by water supply and drain

■ Installing the Water Still

The Water Still is suitable for bench top use. Indoor

use only. If the unit is to be placed on a bench top,
place on solid, even and leveled surface only.

Tap water supply and drainage facility is absolutely

required.

The unit is not suitable for use in explosion

endangered surroundings.

■ Electrical Supply and Connection

Electrical Circuit Breaker and Main switch of the

Water Still must be on OFF position.
Main voltage and voltage stated on the name plate at
the right-hand side of the unit must be identified.
 The electrical requirement of the LWD is 220 VAC 3.0 kW,
15 Amp(LWD-3004), 220 VAC 6.0 kW, 30 Amp(LWD-
3008), Single Phase to 220 VAC 9.0 kW, 45 Amp(LWD-
3012).
Be sure to use power cord and consent having enough
capacity which can stand up to 20 Amp to 50 Amp.

Be sure the electrical supply has ground.

The Water Still must only be installed and connected to a

properly installed power connection according to the local
electrical regulations.
It must be secured that the power can be cut all-pole
(switch or socket)

■ Water Connection

Accessories supplied with for water connection :

1. Screw Lock Connector /w Pressure Hose x 1 ea

2. Silicone Hose 1.5 m x 2

All water connection of the water still, except the distillate

withdrawal tap on the front, are at the right-hand side of
the unit.

Be sure to all tubing and hoses connected to the

Water Still is straight through the end not to interfere
water flow and check all connected parts without any
water leakage.

Matters that require attention

The valve on filter housing is recommended to use along

with the line that we marked.

The marked LINE is to adjust a proper volume of water

supply as a result of operation testing at factory.

(But if the distilled water is not appropriated, please

adjust a valve to make proper water flow subject to tap
water pressure at your place.)
1. Tap Water Supply Inlet
Connect Screw Lock Connector /w Pressure Hose to the
Tap Water Supply Inlet.
Be sure to connect tightly prevent water leakage.
Connect the other end to the Tap Water Main.

2. Cooling Water Outlet

Connect 1/8” silicone hose supplied with or heat
resistant hose to the cooling water outlet. It must not
be longer than 1.5 meters. The hose has to be led to
the drain on a lower level and must have slope on the
complete length of the hose.
The cooling water must be allowed to flow off without
back draughts.

3. Boiler Drain Outlet

Connect 1/8” silicone hose supplied with or heat resistant
hose to boiler drain valve to drain the boiler in case of
cleaning and/or maintenance works.
Turn drain valve to Lock Position before operation
1.7. Operation ■ Before Operation

1. Before operation, please turn off Electrical Circuit

Breaker and Power Switch.
2. Turn the Over Temperature Cut Off (SAFETY
CONTROL ) to counter clockwise to set minimum
position.

Be sure to set SAFETY CONTROL at minimum

volume to prevent heating before sufficient water
supply to the boiler.

■ Start Operation

After assembly of all power and water connections ;

1. Turn the Circuit Breaker on.

2. Turn the Main Power Switch on.
3. Gently open the stop valves of the Tap Water
supply and control water flow rate about 15ℓ/min.

Close Tap Water supply valve when not in

operation.
4. Tap water circulates as following process ;

Tap Water Valve → Tap Water Supply Inlet →

Solenoid Valve → Condenser Coil →
Boiler Level Controller → Boiler → Steam
→ Storage Tank→ Over Flow
→ Cooling Water Outlet

Wait for a few minutes so that the Water Still to be

filled with water. To fill the circulation loop
completely, The Water Still need about 20ℓ and it
will takes about 5 minutes depending on the feeding
water flow rate.
 Once the tap water completely filled up the Water
Still, water come from cooling water outlet tubing.

Leave the Water Still for a few minutes to wash out

impurities in the boiler and water circulation loop.

The cooling water must be allowed to flow off

without back draughts.

5. Turn the SAFETY CONTROL to maximum position.

6. The Distill Pilot Lamp will turn on.
7. The heater start boiling and generate steam.

■ Functional Descriptions

LWD Automatic Water Still operates fully automatically.

After switching the power on, the solenoid valve is

opened and water supplies to the water still.

Water flows through the cooling coil, in the storage

tank and a boiler level controller that controls the
water level of the boiler.
Waters flow to the boiler to generate steam.
Once the water level of the boiler is sufficient to
immerse the heating element, Water Level Switch
turned on. Water that is not in use for evaporation
over flows off through the Cooling Water Outlet.

Turning the SAFETY CONTROL to maximum position,

Distill Pilot Lamp will glows and the heating element is
switched on.

Heating element boils water in the boiling chamber

generates steam.
Produced steam is led through two steam tubes
connected to the storage chamber where cooling coil
condenses steam and make droplets of distillate drip
into the storage tank.

The level of the distilled water is controlled by Water

Level Sensor in the storage Tank (right-hand tank).
When the tank is full, an electronic regulator and relay
switches the water still off.
The solenoid valve cuts off the inflow of the cooling
water, the heating element is switched off and FULL
Pilot Lamp will glow.

The first production of distilled water may

containing impurities and which may
contaminated during transportation or installation.
Fill the storage tank to FULL and discard distilled
water at least twice before use.

Distilled water can be withdraw through blue and

white plastic tap of Distilled Water Dispenser
(DISTILLED WATER) outlet.
After withdrawal of the distilled water, the unit switch
back automatically, and the storage tank will be filled
again.
Carbon Dioxide is degassed though a Steam Vent
Pipe on the top of the Water Still.
1.8. Servicing and ■ De-scaling
Maintenance Depending on the quality of tap water, the water still
should be cleaned regularly to prevent scale formation.

The scale formed in the boiling chamber may

reduce purity of the distilled water. Scale
formed on the surface of heating element may
cause damage to the heating element.

a. Turn the power off and close water supply.

b. Turn the SAFETY CONTROL to minimum
position.
c. Prepare cleaning solution. 10% formic acid, 10%
acetic acid and 80% distilled water. Commercial
de-scaling agent can also be used.
Do not use any solution containing
hydrochloric acid.
d. Remove Outer Lid.
e. Remove Inner Lid of the boiling chamber (Left-
Hand chamber)
f. Unscrew to remove Water Deflector
g. Fill the solution into the boiler to fill up to the
topmost scale formations
h. Turn the Main Power Switch on.
i. Open the Tap Water Stop valve.
j. Turn the SAFETY CONTROL to about 70 ℃ to
moderate heat up.
k. Leave the Water Still approximately 30 minutes.
l. After 30 minutes open the Boiler Drain Valve to
wash out solvent and scale mixture.
m. Fill and drain boiling chamber several times to
completely remove solvent and scale mixture.
n. Restart Water Still
o. After de-scaling, the first few liters of distilled
water should be discarded as it might contain
traces of evaporated de-scaling agent.
! Caution !
Before opening and cleaning the Water Still, be
sure to cut off power.

Please make sure that no fluids comes into

contact with cable connections or the electrical
parts of the inside of the unit

■ Cleaning Surface

The Powder-Coated surface of the Water Still can be

cleaned with mild detergents, if necessary.

Servicing, repairs or modification must be

carried out according to the commonly
recognized Technical Rules and Regulations by
competent electricians only.

Only original spare parts must be used. Always

demand a detailed confirmation of the carried out
tasks by the person in charge.
■ Replacing Heating Element

1) Drain out all waters inside of the water still.

2) Remove all covers and lids from the water still.
3) Remove compartment panel in the boiling chamber
4) Lay down water still
5) Remove bottom panel
6) Unscrew heater wire from the heating element
7) Unscrew heating element from the boiling chamber
8) Remove old heater and replace with new one.
9) Fix heating element with screw nut and connect
heater wire.
10) Check water leakage before assemble.
11) Close bottom panel and assemble all parts.

■ Replacing Relay

1) Drain out all waters inside of the water still.

2) Remove all covers and lids from the water still.
3) Remove compartment panel in the boiling chamber
4) Lay down water still
5) Remove bottom panel
6) Remove defective relay and replace with new one.

Servicing, repairs or modification must be carried

out according to the commonly recognized
Technical Rules and Regulations by competent
electricians only.

Only original spare parts must be used. Always

demand a detailed confirmation of the carried out
tasks by the person in charge.
■ Service Parts

Hardware Components
Part# Part Model / Spec. U/Price Q’ty
WATER DISPENSER
LWD-H001 1
COCK
LWD-H002 FILTER HOUSING 10 INCH 1

Electric Components
Part# Part Model / Spec. Price Q’ty
OPT SAFETY
LWD-E001 TS 120 SR 1
CONTROLLER
LWD-E002 CIRCUIT BREAKER 20A 1
LWD-E003 POWER CORD 15A 2.0 SQx3C 2m 1
LWD-E004 HEATER 3Kw 1
E104(EOCS)250V
LWD-E005 POWER S/W 10A(GREEN) 1

LWD-E006 RELAY KH-103-H2C 2

LWD-E007 RELAY SOCKET 2
LWD-E008 SOLID STATE RELAY HSR-2A302Z(HY) 1
LWD-E009 FLOAT S/W SUS STRAIGHT 1
LWD-E010 FLOAT S/W PL STRAIGHT PLASTIC 1
LWD-E011 PILOT LAMP RED TN-10H 2
LWD-E012 PILOT LAMP GREEN TN-10H 2
LWD-E013 SOLENOID VALVE 1
1.9. Water Flow Diagram
1.10. Circuit Diagram
1.11. Warning
1. Make sure the electric supply is AC 220V ,
50/60Hz, Single Phase

2. Place Water Still on the flat surface

3. Do not touch top of the instrument. During operation,

surface of the top of the water still and steam

HOT ventilation from the hole is very hot.

4. Lime deposit should be removed from the evaporator

once or twice a month depending on the degree of
hardness of the tap water. Take of the upper part of
the water still and remove the silicone packing. A
mixture of 10% formic acid, 10% acetic acid and 80%
distilled water is recommended for cleaning the
apparatus. Fill the solvent into the evaporator to just
above the highest lime deposit and heat to approx.
70oC. The evaporator is clean after approx. 15 to 20
minutes. pour out the lime and solvent mixture
thoroughly rise with water.