Aquatron

Automatic Water Stills

A4000 A4000D & A8000

Assembly and
operating
instructions
Version 2.4
Contents

Location and Services 3

A4000 - Components, Assembly, Operation & Spares 4

A4000D - Components, Assembly, Operation & Spares 9

A8000 - Components, Assembly, Operation & Spares 14

Distillate Collection & Reservoir System 19

Connection of Aquatron Stills to Deionised and Pre-treated Water Supplies 20

Cleaning 22

Fault Finding 23

Circuit & Wiring Diagrams 24

Location & Services 4. Drain
A waste water drain is required. It is important that the
In order to obtain the optimum performance from your new distance between the drain and the water still is kept as short
Aquatron careful consideration should be given to the as possible to reduce the possibility of pressure build-up.
intended location and the availability of services such as Similarly, the drain pipe from the still should fall straight,
water, electricity and drain. without any kinks or bends, to allow an unimpeded flow. It is
Please study the following notes before commencing installation. also recommended that the unit is connected to properly earth
bonded water supplies and drainage systems.
Before Use
If the equipment is not used in the manner described in this 5. Storage Tank
manual then its performance and operation will be impaired. A suitable reservoir, the WR20 for instance, is required for the
collection of the distillate. This should be positioned beneath
Aquatron water stills are designed to operate under the following the still ensuring that the distillate can flow into the reservoir
conditions: without hindrance.
❖ For indoor use only.
❖ Ambient temperature +5°C to +40°C. 6. Maintenance
❖ Altitude up to 2000m. The location of the still should facilitate easy access for
❖ Relative humidity not exceeding 80%. routine cleaning and maintenance. With regards to the latter,
❖ Mains supply voltage fluctuates not greater than ±10% of it is recommended that a space of at least 50cm be provided
normal. on the right hand side of the water still cabinet. This is to
❖ Over voltage Category II IEC60364-4-443. allow the removal of the side cover and replacement of the
❖ Polluting degree 2 IEC664. heating element.

1. Bench Wall Mounting 7. Warranty

Aquatron models A4000 and A8000 can be either bench or Cole-Parmer warrants this instrument to be free from
wall mounted and a bracket is provided for the latter purpose. defects in material and workmanship, when used under
A gap of at least 50cm should be left at the right hand end of normal laboratory conditions, for a period of three (3) years.
In the event of a justified claim Cole-Parmer will replace any
the unit to allow access to the heating elements.
defective component or replace the unit free of charge.
For reasons of weight, models A4000D and A8000 are best
bench mounted, but if it is desired to elevate the unit then a This warranty does NOT apply if damage is caused by
stout shelf should be used. fire, accident, misuse, neglect, incorrect adjustment or
repair, damage caused by incorrect installation,
2. Electricity Supply adaptation, modification, fitting of non approved parts
N.B. The Aquatron Water Still is classified as or repair by unauthorised personnel.
“Permanently Connected Equipment” and should be
This Warranty does not include the heater element which
connected to the electricity supply by a qualified
is only guaranteed for 1 year.
electrician in the manner described in the electrical
installation section of this manual.
The Aquatron stills are available in three models,
A4000, A4000D & A8000.
A suitable supply for the A4000 is rated at 3kW, 220-240v,
50/60Hz~ single phase. A suitable supply for the A4000D
& A8000 is rated at 6kW, 220-240v, 50/60Hz~ single
phase.
A4000 units should be connected to the mains supply via a
double pole 30mA Residual Current Breaker with over
current protection (RCBO) isolating circuit breaker rated at
15A.
A4000D and A8000 units should be connected to the mains
supply via a double pole 30mA Residual Current Breaker
with over current protection (RCBO) isolating circuit breaker
rated at 32A.
If you have any doubts about the suitability of your supply,
consult a qualified electrician before installing your
Aquatron still.

3. Water Supply
A cold water supply is required for coolant and feed
purposes. This may be from the mains supply or a header
tank having a flow capacity of at least 1 litre/min. for the
A4000 and 2 litres/ min. for the A8000 and A4000D. The
pressure range should be within 3-100 p.s.i. (0.2–7 x 105Nm-
2).

If the feed water quality is poor and likely to contain

particulate matter, such as rust or silt, it is advisable to fit a
pre-filter unit before the still.

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A4000
Fig. 1

6 7
Lid 8
9 10

3 11

1 2 12

13

14

15

End Plate

16

20
17
24 2322 21 1918

List of Major Components – A4000

Item Description Part

Item Description Part
no. number
no. number
1 Perspex Screen M484
13 Solenoid Assembly A4000/SA
2 Boiler WBA
14 Mains Water Mini Valve Assembly 7001059 (S)
3 Funnel WF48
15 Reservoir Water Level Sensor WLS
4 Condenser WC48/M2
16 Distillate Outlet Pipe (Bench Mounted) –
5 Wall Mounting Bracket M510G
17 Cooling Water Pipe to Drain (16mm) –
6 Green ‘Mains On’ Indicator 700691 (S)
18 Heater Assembly A4000/HA
7 White ‘On/Off’ Switch 700988 (S)
19 Thermostat WT4
8 Amber ‘Reservoir Full’ Indicator 700987
20 Rotaflo Stopcock A4000/RCOCK
9 White ‘Clean’ Switch 700988 (S)
21 Distillate Outlet (Wall Mounted) –
10 Reservoir Pressure Switch WPS
22 Boiler Level Control WL48
11 Heaters Connector Terminal A4000/HTB
23 Boiler Plastic Coupling WBC1
12 Water Flow Sensor Assembly I/A4000HK/1
24 Boiler Retaining Spring 700007

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A4000 Assembly 7. Take the boiler level control WL48 (Fig. 1, item 22). Remove
the end split nut and central part of the boiler plastic coupling
Your Aquatron A4000 has been designed with ease of (Item
assembly specifically in mind. Please study the installation 23) leaving the other split nut in place, and the internal
diagram and the enclosed DVD before commencing the seal in the boiler level control. Ensure the Rotaflo stopcock
installation. Follow the sequence of instructions and do not is fully closed (screwed down).
connect the mains electricity supply until directed.
8. Take the 16mm earth spigot located inside the A4000 and
1. From the outer packaging remove all the components place the 16mm tubing part of it into a beaker of hot water for
including the metal cabinet containing the glass boiler. approximately 20 – 30 seconds; this will make the tubing
2. Before unpacking the individual components, identify them more supple. Connect the 16mm tubing to the boiler level
on the check list below: control (Item 22) drain connection (below the Rotaflo
stopcock). Secure with a tie wrap.
A4000 Unit containing boiler.
Condenser – WC48/M2 9. Take the 1m length of 16mm hose from hose kit
I/WH48/1/B. Place one end into a beaker of hot water for
Heater – W48H approximately 20 – 30 seconds. Thread the tube through
Boiler Level Control – hole (Fig. 1, item
WL48 Funnel – WF48 17) until approximately 300mm of tubing is inside the cabinet.
Connect to the 16mm earth spigot and secure with a tie wrap.
Reservoir Water Level Sensor – WLS
Output Hose Assembly – I/A4000HK/2 10. Pull the 16mm hose back out of the cabinet until a gap of
approximately 5mm exists between the boiler level control
Hose Kit – I/WH48/1/B
and the boiler connection.
Wall Mounting Bracket – M510G
11. Place the boiler plastic coupling split nut and central part
3. Remove the perspex viewing screen (Fig. 1, item 1) from the onto the boiler connection. Connect the boiler level control
unit by lifting it up using the finger recess. Remove the to
internal packaging carefully. Snip the temporary ties holding the boiler, ensuring that the internal seal of the boiler plastic
the boiler retaining springs (Item 24). coupling is fitted inside the boiler connection and the boiler
4. Remove the end plate and lid by removing the retaining level control connection. Tighten the boiler plastic coupling.
screws. 12. Loosen the black cap on top of the boiler level control. Fit
5. Ensure that the sealing O ring and the stabilising O ring are the funnel into the top of the boiler level control and tighten
correctly positioned on the vapour tube of the boiler. Fit the the black cap.
condenser (Fig. 1, item 4) to the vapour tube ensuring that 13. Take the hose assembly I/A4000HK/2 and connect the
the distillate outlet faces the front and the two water end marked ‘2’ to the top connection of the condenser.
connections are parallel to the unit Fig 1a. When slight Connect the other end marked ‘3’ to the boiler level
resistance is felt when fitting the condenser, press down control.
slightly on the top
of the condenser until a gap of approximately 19mm 14. Identify the water flow sensor assembly (Fig. 1, item 12)
exists between the condenser and the boiler. inside the cabinet. Connect the red connector marked ‘1’ to
the bottom connection of the condenser. It may be
Cooling water outlet necessary to slightly twist the condenser to release any
kinks in the water sensor assembly.
15. Remove the heater black cap and rubber ring from the boiler.
Place the black cap onto the heater until it is approximately
Condenser 25mm from the electrical connectors end. Push the rubber
ring onto the heater and into the black cap.
16. Fit the heater into the boiler and screw on the black cap.
When the black cap is tight push the heater through the
black cap until the end of the heater sits in the nodule at the
end of the boiler.
Sealing o-ring Do not overtighten the screw cap as this may cause the
boiler to break, or push the heater in too far as this may
break the nodule.

Vapour tube N E
Distillate Outlet
PCB
Stabilising o-ring L

Heater Terminal Blocks

Relay
Heater lead
Fig. 1a

6. Take the 1m length of 8mm hose from hose kit I/WH48/1/B

and connect one end to the distillate outlet of the condenser
(Fig. 1a). Secure with a tie wrap. Pass the other end of the Thermostat
tube through the cabinet hole, Fig. 1, item 21 if to be wall

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 mounted, or hole, Item 16 if bench mounted.
Fig. 1b

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17. Thread the two heater connectors through the hole into A40T0h0eis classed as permanently connected equipment. The
the electrical control compartment and connect to the earth spigots should pass a high current (ie. >200mA).
heater terminal block. Brown to Brown, Blue to Blue, (Fig.
1b). The equipment is supplied with 1.5m of flexible, triple
core, circular cable to the following specification:
SAFETY: It could be possible to mis-locate the heater 1.5mm², to BS 6500 or equivalent and <HAR> or
crimps on to the heater terminal block tags. Ensure BASEC approved.
that the heater crimps are properly located onto
the heater terminal block tags and fully locked on. Connection to the mains electrical supply should be via a
Attempt to pull the crimp off the tag to ensure full double pole 30mA Residual Current Breaker with
attachment. Overcurrent protection (RCBO) isolating circuit breaker
switch with a continuous current carrying capacity of 15A at
18. Refit the end plate and lid. 250V and overcurrent of 15A.
19. Move the unit to its working location. If it is to be wall DO NOT SWITCH ON ELECTRICAL SUPPLY.
mounted use the mounting bracket (Fig. 1, item 5). Ensure
a space of at least 50cm to the right of the unit to allow 22. Connect the reservoir water level sensor WLS (Fig. 1, item
access. 15) to the A4000 and secure with a tie wrap.
20. Connect the cold water supply to the mains water inlet. Place the glass pressure bell in the collection reservoir,
The tubing selected should have a safe working pressure following the instructions given on page 19.
of at least equal to the pressure of the water supply and
23. Operate the A4000 Waterstill as per Operating Instructions
should be adequately secured with hose clips.
and check for leaks.
DO NOT TURN ON WATER SUPPLY
24. Fit the Perspex viewing screen

21. THIS EQUIPMENT MUST BE EARTHED!

Carry out the electrical installation. This should only be
carried out by a suitably qualified electrician.

A4000 Installation Diagram

I/A4000HK/1 A4000 Installation
I/A4000HK/2 8mm Earth Spigot

I/WH48/1/B
16mm Earth Spigot
Reservoir Water Level Sensor

Condenser

2
Electrics

Water Flow Switch Solenoid

Mains Water Inlet Mini Valve

Boiler
Thermostat &
Thermostat Glass

Funnel

Heater To Distillate Reservoir

Boiler
Level Control
3
16mm tubing x 1m - I/WH48/1/B
To Drain
Rotaflo Stopcock

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A4000 Operation 13. To avoid excess wastage of coolant water, make further
adjustments to the mini valve assembly. Slowly reduce the
The following instructions apply to the A4000 water still where the flow rate until the flow control switch switches off the heater,
water feed to the boiler is via the mains supply or a header tank. then increase the flow until the power is restored.
1. Before switching on either the mains electricity or water 14. Refit the Perspex screen.
supply, identify the control switches and indicator lights on
the front of the cabinet. 15. Safety Cut-Outs – All Aquatron water stills are protected
by the following safety devices.
Green Light – When illuminated this shows that there is
mains supply voltage to the unit. Under no circumstances Flow Control Switch – Monitors the flow of coolant water
should the cabinet end-panel be removed when this light is into the still and shuts off the heating element if the flow is
illuminated. insufficient.

White ‘On/Off’ Switch – This is the primary switch for Thermostat Cut-Out – In normal operation the water within
controlling water and electricity inside the still. The the glass will be at 100°C. In single fault conditions, i.e. in
switch illuminates when pressed in the ON position. the event of water supply failure, the content will increase
to 112°C where upon a resettable thermostat will operate.
Amber Light – When illuminated, this indicates that the Once switched, the thermostat has to be manually reset.
distillate collection reservoir is full as detected by the This is achieved by unscrewing the black knob located
level control. inside the cabinet and pressing the reset button.
White ‘Clean’ Light – This shuts off the heating element but Reservoir Control – Is positioned in the collection reservoir
allows water to flow into the boiler when the still is being and switches off both the electricity and water supplies when
commissioned or cleaned. When pressed in the CLEAN the reservoir is full of distillate water. The water supply is shut
position the switch illuminates. off after around 7 minutes after the reservoir is full to allow the
2. Carefully check the following: heating element to cool.
The appropriate electricity, water and drain services have It is recommended that the operation of the flow switch and
been provided. If in doubt, consult the LOCATION & reservoir control is checked on a regular basis.
SERVICES SECTION of this manual.
a. Simulation of Mains Water Supply Failure
The ON/OFF switch on the control panel is in the OFF Turn off the mains water supply at the tap. This should
position. The CLEAN switch is pressed in the CLEAN switch off the heating element. Turning the tap on again will
switch the heater on.
position.
b. Simulation of Reservoir Full Condition
The Rotaflo stopcock on the boiler level control is closed.
Lower the glass pressure bell of the reservoir water level
The reservoir water level sensor is fitted to the sensor into the distillate to a depth of 150mm. This will
distillate collection vessel. switch off the heating element immediately and the cooling
water after 7 minutes. Raising the bell will cause both to be
The dummy shorting plug is fitted to the boiler level control
switched back on.
DIN socket on the cabinet.
16. Switching Off – Push the CLEAN switch to the ON
3. Ensure all earth leads are connected to the earth point.
position. Wait until the residual heat contained in the
4. Check all glassware for any damage. heating element has dispersed and no boiling is evident.
Turn off water supply. Push ON/OFF switch to OFF
5. Switch on the electricity supply – the green light illuminates.
position. Isolate from mains electricity supply.
6. Press the ON/OFF switch to the ON position – the switch
will illuminate.
7. Recheck that the CLEAN switch is in the CLEAN position
and illuminated.
8. Turn on the mains water supply and using the mini valve
assembly, adjust the flow rate to approximately 1 litre/min.
This can be achieved by observing the drain water from the
boiler level control and adjusting the mini valve assembly
accordingly.
9. Check for water leaks.
10. Observe the boiler now filling with water to cover the
heating element. When water has reached the pre-set limit,
the excess will discharge to drain. Check the water drains
freely and does not back up into the boiler level control.
11. Switch the CLEAN button off by pressing it a second time.
The switch light goes out.
12. The heater will now warm up and eventually run at a red
glow. If the flow rate is insufficient, the heater will not switch
on. This will require adjustment of the mini valve assembly to
be opened further. After about 2 – 3 minutes of operation
distilled water will emerge from the outlet pipe falling into the
collection reservoir.

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A4000 Spares
Boiler WB4
Funnel WF48
Condenser WC48/M2
‘Mains On’ Green Indicator 700691(S)
‘On/Off’ White Switch 700988(S)
‘Reservoir Full’ Amber Indicator 700987
‘Clean’ White Switch 700988(S)
Reservoir Pressure Switch WPS
Heater Terminal Block A4000/HTB
Solenoid Assembly A4000/SA
Water Flow Sensor Assembly and Hoses I/A4000HK/1
Condenser to Boiler level control Hose (Output Hose Assembly) I/A4000HK/2
Reservoir Water Level Sensor WLS
Mains Water Mini Valve Assembly 7001059(S)
Thermostat Glass Tube WTT48
Thermostat WT4
Boiler Level Control WL48
Boiler Plastic Coupling WBC1
Heater Assembly A4000/HA
Heater Assembly 220V A4000/HA220
Boiler Retaining Spring 700007
Rotaflow Stop Cock Assembly A4000/RCOCK
6 Way Electrical Terminal Block A4000/ETB
Ceramic Terminal Block A4000/CTB
5 DIN Socket Assembly A4000/DIN
Boiler Vapour Tube Sealing O Ring I/M502
Boiler Vapour Tube Stabilising O Ring I/QR38/24
Relay Assembly A4000/RA
PCB 700804(ES)
Distillate Output and Boiler Level Control Drain Hose Kit I/WH48/1/B
Wall Mounting Bracket M510G
Black Phenolic Screw Cap I/QC38/25

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A4000D
Fig. 2

5
6 7
Lid 8
9

4 10
3
2
11

12
1

13

14

End
Plate

25
15

24 23 22 21 20 16
19
18 17

List of Major Components – A4000D

Item Description Catalogue Item Description Catalogue

no. number no. number

1 Perspex Screen M484 14 Reservoir Water Level Sensor WLS

2 Boiler (2 off) WB4 15 Distillate Outlet Pipe –
3 Funnel WF48 16 Drain Pipe from W4L2A –
4 Condenser (2 off) WC48/M2 17 Cooling Water Pipe to Drain (8mm) –
5 Green ‘Mains On’ Indicator 700691(S) 18 Cooling Water Pipe to Drain (16mm) –
6 White ‘On/Off’ Switch 700988(S) 19 Thermostat (2 required) WT4
7 Amber ‘Reservoir Full’ Indicator 700987 20 Heater Assembly (2 required) A4000/HA
8 White ‘Clean’ Switch 700988(S) 21 Boiler Level Control (rear) W4L2A
9 Reservoir Pressure Switch WPS 22 Rotaflo Stopcock A4000/RCOCK
10 Terminal Strip for Heaters A4000/HTB 23 Boiler Level Control (front) WL48
11 Water Flow Sensor Assembly I/A4000DHK/1 24 Boiler Plastic Coupling WBC1
12 Solenoid Assembly A4000/SA 25 Retaining Springs 7000007
13 Mains Water Inlet Valve Assembly 7001059(S)

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A4000D Assembly 9. Fit the condenser to the vapour tube of the rear boiler
ensuring that the distillate outlet faces the front and the two
Your Aquatron A4000D has been designed with ease of water connections are parallel to the unit. When slight
assembly specifically in mind. Please study the installation resistance is felt when fitting the condenser, press down
diagram and the enclosed DVD before commencing the slightly on the top of the condenser until a gap of
installation. Follow the sequence of instructions and do not approximately 19mm exists between the condenser and the
connect the mains electricity supply until directed. boiler.
1. From the outer packaging remove all the components 10. Pass the free end of the 8mm tubing through the hole (Fig.
including the metal cabinet containing the glass boiler. 2, item 15).
2. Before unpacking the individual components, identify them 11. Take the rear Boiler Level Control W4L2A and connect the
on the check list below: 8mm x 300mm vinyl tubing from hose kit I/WH48/3/B to the
A4000D Unit containing 2 boilers. side arm and tie wrap (Fig. 2b). Remove the end split nut and
central part of the boiler plastic coupling leaving the other
Condenser – WC48/M2 x2
split nut
Heater – W48H x2 on, and the internal seal in the boiler level control. Ensure
Boiler Level Control (Front) – the Rotaflo stopcock is fully closed (screwed down).
WL48 Boiler Level Control (Rear) 12. Connect the tubing of the 8mm earth spigot hose assembly
– W4L2A Funnel – WF48 to the drain of the rear boiler level control W4L2A and tie
Reservoir Water Level Sensor – wrap.
WLS Hose Kit – I/WH48/3/B 13. Take the 8mm x 1m vinyl tubing from hose kit I/WH48/3/B
and connect to the 8mm earth spigot hose assembly in step
3. Remove the perspex viewing screen (Fig. 2, item 1) from the 12 and tie wrap. Pass the free end of the 8mm tubing through
unit by lifting it up using the finger recess. Remove the the hole (Fig. 2, item 16).
internal packaging carefully. Snip the temporary ties holding
the boiler retaining springs (Item 25). 14. Place the boiler plastic coupling split nut and central part
onto the rear boiler connection. Connect the boiler level
4. Remove the cabinet end plate and lid by removing the control to the boiler, ensuring that the internal seal of the
retaining screws. boiler plastic coupling is fitted inside the boiler connection
5. Withdraw the metal thermostat probe (Fig. 2, item 19) from and the boiler level control connection. Tighten the boiler
the glass tube inside the front boiler. plastic coupling.
15. Connect the plug of the rear boiler level control to the
DIN socket connector.
6. Remove the front boiler by releasing the retaining 3 Fig 2b: Rear
To boiler
springs. level
socket
7. Ensure that the sealing O ring and the stabilising O ring
are correctly positioned on the vapour tube of the rear Water
Vent pipe flow
boiler (Fig 2a). sensor
assembly
Condenser and hoses
distillate
outlet tube 1
Cooling water outlet
Side arm Rotaflo
2 Stopcock

Lower drain
Condenser outlet

8mm Earth spigot

hose assembly

To drain
W4L2A

Sealing o-
ring From distillate of first condenser

16. Refit the front boiler. Refit the thermostat probe removed
Vapour tube in step 5.
Distillate 17. Fit the condenser to the front boiler vapour tube ensuring
Outlet
that the distillate outlet faces the front and the two water
connections are parallel to the unit. When slight resistance
Stabilising o-ring is felt when fitting the condenser, press down slightly on the
top of the condenser until a gap of approximately 19mm
exists between the condenser and the boiler.
18. Connect the free end of the 8mm x 300mm tubing connected
to the rear boiler level control side arm, to the distillate outlet
Fig. 2a
of the front condenser (Fig. 2c).
19. Take the front Boiler Level Control WL48, remove the end
8. Select 8mm tubing x 1m from hose kit I/WH48/3/B and
split nut and central part of the boiler plastic coupling
connect one end to the distillate outlet connection (Bottom) of
leaving the other split nut on, and the internal seal in the
one of the condensers (Fig. 2a). Secure with a tie wrap.
boiler level control. Ensure the Rotaflo stopcock is fully
closed (screwed down).

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Fig. 2c
Front 3 connections onto the heater terminal block. Brown to Brown,
Blue to Blue (Fig. 2d).
4
SAFETY: It could be possible to mis-locate the heater
crimps on to the heater terminal block tags. Ensure that
Water flow the heater crimps are properly located onto the heater
sensor
Vent assembly terminal block tags and fully locked on. Attempt to pull
Distillate pipe
To drain
the crimps off the tags to ensure full attachment.
1

2
Rotaflo N E
stopcock

5 PCB L
Heater lead (back)
16mm Earth spigot
hose assembly
Heater Terminal Blocks
To drain Relay
WBC1
WL48 To W4L2A Outlet
of Relay
level control level control Heater lead (front)

20. Take the 16mm earth spigot and place the 16mm tubing part 30. Pass the electrical cables of the heaters up into the electrical
of it into a beaker of hot water for approximately 20 – 30 control compartment
Thermostat (Rear) via the two orifices. Push the spade
seconds; this will make the tubing more supple. Connect the
16mm tubing to the front boiler level control drain connection
(below the Rotaflo stopcock). Secure with a tie wrap.
Thermostat (Front)
21. Take the 1m length of 16mm hose from hose kit
I/WH48/3/B. Place one end into a beaker of hot water for
approximately
20 – 30 seconds. Thread the tube through the hole (Fig. 2,
item
18) until approximately 300mm of tubing is inside the cabinet.
Connect to the 16mm earth spigot and secure with a tie wrap.
22. Pull the 16mm hose back out of the cabinet until a gap of
approximately 5mm exists between the boiler level control
and the boiler connection.
23. Place the boiler plastic coupling split nut and central part
onto the boiler connection. Connect the boiler level control
to the boiler, ensuring that the internal seal of the boiler
plastic coupling is fitted inside the boiler connection and the
boiler level control connection. Tighten the boiler plastic
coupling.
24. Locate the tube assemblies inside the cabinet and connect
the numbered connectors as follows:
1 – Bottom connection of rear condenser.
2 – Bottom connection of front condenser.
3 – Top connection of rear condenser.
4 – Top connection of front condenser.
5 – Front Boiler Level Control.
25. Pass the remaining length of 8mm tubing through hole (Fig.
2, item 17).
26. Loosen the black cap on the boiler level control. Fit the
funnel into the top of the boiler level control and tighten the
black cap.
27. Remove the heater black cap and rubber ring from the rear
boiler. Place the black cap onto one of the heaters until it is
approximately 25mm from the electrical connectors end.
Push the rubber ring onto the heater and into the black cap.
28. Fit the heater into the boiler and screw on the black cap.
When the black cap is tight push the heater through the
black cap until the end of the heater sits in the nodule at the
end of the boiler.
Do not overtighten the screw caps as this may cause the
boiler to break, or push the heaters in too far as this may
break the nodule.
29. Repeat steps 27 & 28 for front heater.

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 Fig. 2d

31. Refit the end plate and lid.

32. Move the unit to its working location. Ensure a space of
at least 50cm to the right of the unit to allow access.
33. Connect the cold water supply to the mains water
inlet. The tubing selected should have a safe working
pressure of at least equal to the pressure of the water
supply and should be adequately secured with hose
clips.
DO NOT TURN ON WATER SUPPLY

34. THIS EQUIPMENT MUST BE EARTHED!

Carry out the electrical installation. This should only be
carried out by a suitably qualified electrician.
The A4000D is classed as permanently connected
equipment. The earth spigots should pass a high
current (ie. >200mA).
The equipment is supplied with 1.5m of flexible,
triple core, circular cable to the following
specification: 4.0mm², to BS 6500 or equivalent
and <HAR> or BASEC approved.
Connection to the mains electrical supply should be via
a double pole 30mA Residual Current Breaker with
Overcurrent protection (RCBO) isolating circuit breaker
switch with a continuous current carrying capacity of
30A at 250V and overcurrent of 30A.
These devices should be sited near to the equipment
and clearly marked ‘Disconnect device for Aquatron
water still’
DO NOT SWITCH ON ELECTRICAL SUPPLY.
35. Connect the reservoir water level sensor WLS (Fig. 2,
item 14) to the A4000D and secure with a tie wrap. Place
the glass pressure bell in the collection reservoir,
following the instructions given on page 19.
36. Operate the A4000D Waterstill as per Operating
Instructions and check for leaks.
37. Fit the Perspex viewing screen.

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A4000D Installation Diagram
I/A4000DHK/1

I/A4000DHK/2 8mm Earth Spigot

I/WH48/3/B
16mm Earth Spigot
I/WH48/3/B

3 Reservoir
Water Level
4 Sensor

To Boiler
Level Socket Electrics

Water Flow Solenoid

Switch
1
2
Mains Water
Inlet Mini
Rear Valve
Front Boiler Thermostat and
Boiler Thermostat Glass

To Distillate
Reservoir

Restrictor
Heater
Second Stage
Boiler Level Control 8mm Earth Spigot
Boiler
Level To Drain
Funnel Control 5
8mm tubing x 1m -
I/WH48/3/B To Drain
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S- I/tWopH4c8o/3c/kB
Rotaflo Stopcock

A4000D Operation The CLEAN switch is pressed in the ON position.

The Rotaflo stopcocks on the front and rear boiler level controls
The following instructions apply to the A4000D water still where are closed.
the water feed to the boiler is via the mains supply or a header
tank. The float switch on the rear boiler level control W4L2A is set
at the factory. However, check that this has not been
1. Before switching on either the mains electricity or water disturbed during transit. A rough check is that the distance
supply, identify the control switches and indicator lights on from the top of the large screw cap of the W4L2A to the top
the front of the cabinet. of the glass guide tube should be approximately 15-20mm
(Fig 2e).
Green Light – When illuminated this shows that there is
mains supply voltage to the unit. Under no circumstances
should the cabinet end-panel be removed when this light is 15 - 20mm
illuminated.
White ‘On/Off’ Switch – This is the primary switch for
controlling water and electricity inside the still. The
To boiler level
switch illuminates when pressed in the ON position. socket
Amber Light – When illuminated, this indicates that the
distillate collection reservoir is full as detected by the
Guide
level control. tube
White ‘Clean’ Light – This shuts off the heating element but
allows water to flow into the boiler when the still is being
Hose
commissioned or cleaned. When pressed in the CLEAN assembly 2
position the switch illuminates.
2. Carefully check the following:
The appropriate electricity, water and drain services have Float switch
been provided. If in doubt, consult the LOCATION &
SERVICES
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SECTION of this manual. Distillate feed
from front To drain
The ON/OFF switch on the control panel is in the OFF Fig 2e still
position.

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 The reservoir water level sensor is fitted to the off around 7 minutes after the reservoir is full to allow the
distillate collection vessel. heating element to cool.
The dummy shorting plug is fitted to the boiler level control It is recommended that the operation of the flow switch and
DIN socket on the cabinet. reservoir control is checked on a regular basis.
3. Ensure all earth leads are connected to the earth point. a. Simulation of Mains Water Supply Failure
4. Check all glassware for any damage. Turn off the mains water supply at the tap. This should
switch off the heating element. Turning the tap on again will
5. Switch on the electricity supply – the green light illuminates.
switch the heater on.
6. Press the ON/OFF switch to the ON position – the switch
b. Simulation of Reservoir Full Condition
will illuminate.
Lower the glass pressure bell of the reservoir water level
7. Recheck that the CLEAN switch is in the ON position
sensor into the distillate to a depth of 150mm. This will
and illuminated.
switch off the heating element immediately and the cooling
8. Turn on the mains water supply and using the mini valve water after 7 minutes. Raising the bell will cause both to be
assembly, adjust the flow rate to approximately 2 re-supplied.
litre/min. This can be achieved by observing the drain
16. Switching Off – Push the CLEAN switch to the ON
water from the boiler level control and adjusting the mini
position. Wait until the residual heat contained in the
valve assembly accordingly.
heating element has dispersed and no boiling is evident.
9. Check for water leaks. Turn off water supply. Push ON/OFF switch to OFF
position. Isolate from mains electricity supply.
10. Observe that the front boiler is now filling with water to cover
the heating elements. When the water has reached the pre-
set limit, the excess will discharge to drain. Check the water
drains freely and does not back up into the boiler level
control.
11. Switch the CLEAN button off by pressing it a second time.
The switch light goes out.
The heater on the front boiler will now warm up and
eventually run at a red glow. After a short time distilled water
will emerge from the outlet pipe. This should feed into the
empty rear boiler via the rear boiler level control WL42A.
12. Allow the rear boiler to fill with single distilled water (for
approximately 20 – 30 minutes), keeping an eye on the
level. Note that the heater of the second stage only comes
on when the level of single distilled water in the rear boiler is
at about the equator. It may be necessary to adjust the level
of the float switch of the rear boiler level control (WL42A) to
achieve this condition.
Lifting the guide tube increases the level at which the
heating element will switch on.
Lowering the guide tube decreases the level at which
the element will switch on.
Double distilled water ultimately flows from outlet pipe (Fig.
2, item 15). This should fall away from the still with no
kinks, restrictions or U bends.
13. To avoid excess wastage of coolant water, make further
adjustments to the mini valve assembly. Slowly reduce the
flow rate until the flow control switch switches off the heater,
then increase the flow until the power is restored.
14. Safety Cut-Outs – All Aquatron water stills are protected
by the following safety devices.
Flow Control Switch – Monitors the flow of coolant water
into the still and shuts off the heating element if the flow
is insufficient.
Thermostat Cut-Out – In normal operation the water within
the glass will be at 100°C. In single fault conditions, i.e. in
the event of water supply failure, the content will increase
to 112°C where upon a resettable thermostat will operate.
Once switched, the thermostat has to be manually reset.
This is achieved by unscrewing the black knob located
inside the cabinet and pressing the reset button.
Reservoir Control – Is positioned on the collection
reservoir and switches off both the electricity and water
supplies when the reservoir is full of distillate water. The
water supply is shut

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A4000D Spares
Boiler WB4
Funnel WF48
Condenser WC48/M2
‘Mains On’ Green Indicator 700691(S)
‘On/Off’ White Switch 700988(S)
‘Reservoir Full’ Amber Indicator 700987
‘Clean’ White Switch 700988(S)
Reservoir Pressure Switch WPS
Heater Terminal Block A4000/HTB
Solenoid Assembly A4000/SA
Water Flow Sensor Assembly and Hoses I/A4000DHK/1
Reservoir Water Level Sensor WLS
Mains Water Mini Valve Assembly 7001059(S)
Thermostat Glass Tube WTT48
Thermostat WT4
Boiler Level Control (Front) WL48
Boiler Level Control (Rear) W4L2A
Boiler Plastic Coupling WBC1
Heater Assembly A4000/HA
Heater Assembly 220V A4000/HA220
Boiler Retaining Spring 700007
Condenser to Boiler Level Control Assembly I/A4000DHK/2
Rotaflow Stopcock Assembly A4000/RCOCK
Relay Assembly A4000/RA
PCB 700804(ES)
6 Way Electrical Terminal Block A4000/ETB
Ceramic Terminal Block A4000/CTB
5 DIN Socket Assembly A4000/DIN
Boiler Vapour Tube Sealing O Ring I/M502
Boiler Vapour Tube Stabilising O Ring I/QR38/24
4 DIN Socket Assembly A4000D/DIN
Distillate Output and Boiler
Level Control Drain Hose Kit I/WH48/3/B
Black Phenolic Screw Cap I/QC38/25

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A8000
Fig. 3

6 8
7 9
Lid
10

11
3
2
12

1
13

14

15

End Plate

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List of Major Components – A8000

Item Description Catalogue
Item Description Catalogue
no. number
no. number
1 Perspex Screen M484
14 Mains Water Inlet Valve Assembly 7001059(S)
2 Boiler WB8
15 Reservoir Water Level Sensor WLS
3 Funnel WF48
16 Distillate Outlet Pipe (Bench Mounted) –
4 Condenser (2 off) WC48/M2
17 Cooling Water Pipe to Drain (8mm) –
5 Wall Bracket M510G
18 Cooling Water Pipe to Drain (16mm) –
6 Green ‘Mains On’ Indicator 700691(S)
19 Thermostat WT8
7 White 'On/Off' Switch 700988(S)
20 Heater Assembly (2 Required) A4000/HA
8 Amber ‘Reservoir Full’ Indicator 700987
21 Rotaflo Stopcock A4000/RCOCK
9 White ‘Clean’ Switch 700988(S)
22 Distillate Outlet Pipe (Wall Mounted) –
10 Reservoir Pressure Switch WPS
23 Boiler Level Control WL48
11 Terminal Strip for Heaters A4000/HTB
24 Boiler Plastic Coupling WBC1
12 Water Flow Sensor Assembly I/A8000HK/1
25 Retaining Springs 7000007
13 Solenoid Assembly A4000/SA

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 Connect number 2 to the lower water inlet of the condenser.
A8000 Assembly Connect number 4 to the upper water outlet of the
condenser
Your Aquatron A8000 has been designed with ease of (Fig. 3b).
assembly specifically in mind. Please study the installation
diagram and the enclosed DVD before commencing the 4
installation. Follow the sequence of instructions and do not
connect the mains electricity supply until directed. 3

1. From the outer packaging remove all the

components including the metal cabinet containing
the glass boiler.
2. Before unpacking the individual components, identify them on
the check list below: 2 1
A8000 Unit containing boiler.
Condenser – WC48/M2 x2
Heater – W48H x2 5
Boiler Level Control – WL48
Funnel – WF48
Reservoir Water Level Sensor – WLS
Hose Kit – I/WH48/2/B
Wall Mounting Bracket – M510G Fig. 3b
3. Remove the perspex viewing screen (Fig. 3, item 1) from the
internal packaging carefully. Snip the temporary ties 8. Fit the second condenser (Fig. 3, item 4) to the right hand
holding the boiler retaining springs (Item 25). vapour tube ensuring that the distillate outlet faces the front
4. Remove the cabinet end plate and lid by removing and the two water connections are parallel to the unit. When
the retaining screws. slight resistance is felt when fitting the condenser, press
down slightly on the top of the condenser until a gap of
5. Ensure that the sealing O rings and the stabilising O rings approximately 19mm exists between the condenser and the
are correctly positioned on the vapour tubes of the boiler. boiler.
9. Looking inside the cabinet, identify the vinyl tubing
Cooling water outlet assemblies fitted with numbered screw thread connectors.
Make the following connections:
Connect number 1 to the lower water inlet of the condenser.
Condenser Connect number 3 to the upper water outlet of the condenser
(Fig. 3b).
10. From the hose kit I/WH48/2/B take the 1m length of
8mm tubing fitted with the T piece.
11. Connect the 180mm length of tubing from the T piece to the
Sealing o-ring distillate outlet of the condenser on the left hand side.
Secure with a tie wrap.
12. Connect the 100mm length of tubing from the T piece to the
distillate outlet of the condenser on the right hand side.
Vapour tube Secure with a tie wrap.
Distillate
Outlet 13. Pass the free end of the tubing through:
The cabinet base (Fig. 3, item 22) if wall mounted.
Stabilising o-ring The cabinet side (Fig. 3, item 16) if bench
mounted.
14. Take the boiler level control WL48 (Fig. 3, item 23). Remove
the end split nut and central part of the boiler plastic
Fig. 3a coupling (Item 24) leaving the other split nut on, and the
internal seal in the boiler level control. Ensure the Rotaflo
6. Fit one of the condensers (Fig. 3, item 4) to the left hand
stopcock is fully closed (screwed down).
vapour tube ensuring that the distillate outlet faces the front
and the two water connections are parallel to the unit. When 15. Take the 16mm earth spigot and place the 16mm tubing
slight resistance is felt when fitting the condenser, press part of it into a beaker of hot water for approximately 20 –
down slightly on the top of the condenser until a gap of 30 seconds; this will make the tubing more supple. Connect
approximately 19mm exists between the condenser and the the 16mm tubing to the boiler level control (Item 23) drain
boiler (Fig. 3a). connection (below the Rotaflo stopcock). Secure with a tie
wrap.
7. Looking inside the cabinet, identify the vinyl tubing
assemblies fitted with numbered screw thread connectors. 16. Take the 1m length of 16mm hose from hose kit I/WH48/2/B.
Make the following connections: Place one end into a beaker of hot water for approximately
20
– 30 seconds. Thread the tube through hole (Fig. 3, item
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18) until approximately 300mm of tubing is inside the
cabinet. Connect to the 16mm earth spigot and
secure with a tie wrap.

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17. Pull the 16mm hose back out of the cabinet until a gap of
approximately 5mm exists between the boiler level control E2Q8.UITPHMISENT MUST BE EARTHED!
and the boiler connection. Carry out the electrical installation. This should only be
carried out by a suitably qualified electrician.
18. Place the boiler plastic coupling split nut and central part
onto the boiler connection. Connect the boiler level control The A8000 is classed as permanently connected
to the boiler, ensuring that the internal seal of the boiler equipment. The earth spigots should pass a high current
plastic coupling is fitted inside the boiler connection and the (ie. >200mA).
boiler level control connection. Tighten the boiler plastic
coupling. The equipment is supplied with 1.5m of flexible, triple core,
circular cable to the following specification:
19. Loosen the black cap on the boiler level control. Fit the 4.0mm², to BS 6500 or equivalent and <HAR> or
funnel into the top of the boiler level control and tighten the BASEC approved.
black cap.
Connection to the mains electrical supply should be via a
20. Connect the tubing connector number 5 to the boiler double pole 30mA Residual Current Breaker with
level control (Fig 3b). Overcurrent protection (RCBO) isolating circuit breaker
switch with a continuous current carrying capacity of 30A at
21. Take the remaining length of 8mm tubing from the 8mm earth
250V and overcurrent of 30A.
spigot and feed through the hole (Fig. 3, item 17).
These devices should be sited near to the equipment
22. Unscrew the two black plastic screw caps and rubber rings
and clearly marked ‘Disconnect device for Aquatron
from the boiler. Place the black caps onto the heaters until
water still’
they are approximately 25mm from the electrical connectors
end. Push the rubber ring onto the heaters and into the DO NOT SWITCH ON ELECTRICAL SUPPLY.
black cap.
29. Connect the reservoir water level sensor WLS (Fig. 3, item
23. Fit the heaters into the boiler and screw on the black caps. 15) to the A8000 and secure with a tie wrap. Place the
When the black caps are tight push the heaters through the glass pressure bell in the collection reservoir, following the
black caps until the end of the heaters sit in the nodules at instructions given on page 19.
the end of the boiler.
30. Operate the A8000 Waterstill as per Operating
Do not overtighten the screw caps as this may cause the Instructions and check for leaks.
boiler to break, or push the heaters in too far as this
may break the nodule. 31. Fit the Perspex viewing screen.

24. Thread the four heater connectors through the holes into
the electrical control compartment and connect to the
heater terminal blocks. Brown to Brown, Blue to Blue (Fig.
3c).
SAFETY: It could be possible to mis-locate the heater
crimps on to the heater terminal block tags. Ensure that
the heater crimps are properly located onto the heater
terminal block tags and fully locked on. Attempt to pull
the crimps off the tags to ensure full attachment.

N E

PCB
L
Heater lead (back)

Relay Heater Terminal Blocks

Relay

Heater lead (front)

Thermostat

Fig. 3c

25. Refit the end plate and lid.

26. Move the unit to its working location. If it is to be wall
mounted use the mounting bracket Fig. 3 (Item 5). Ensure a
space of at least 50cm to the right of the unit to allow
access.
27. Connect the cold water supply to the mains water inlet. The
tubing selected should have a safe working pressure of at
least equal to the pressure of the water supply and should be
adequately secured with hose clips.
DO NOT TURN ON WATER SUPPLY
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A8000 Installation Diagram

I/A8000HK/1
I/A8000HK/2 8mm Earth Spigot

I/WH48/2/B
16mm Earth Spigot
Reservoir Water Level Sensor

Condensers
4
3 Electrics

1 Water Flow Switch Solenoid

2
Mains Water Inlet Mini
Boiler Valve
Thermostat &
Thermostat Glass

Funnel

Heaters To Distillate
Reservoir
Restrictor

Boiler Level
Control
5 To Drain

16mm tubing x 1m - I/WH48/2/B

Rotaflo Stopcock To Drain

A8000 Operation The ON/OFF switch on the control panel is in the OFF
The following instructions apply to the A8000 water still where position. The CLEAN switch is pressed in the CLEAN
the water feed to the boiler is via the mains supply, or a header
position.
tank.
The Rotaflo stopcock on the front boiler level control is closed.
1. Before switching on either the mains electricity or water
supply, identify the control switches and indicator lights on The reservoir water level sensor is fitted to the
the front of the cabinet. distillate collection vessel.
Green Light – When illuminated this shows that there is The dummy shorting plug is fitted to the boiler level control
mains supply voltage to the unit. Under no circumstances DIN socket on the cabinet.
should the cabinet end-panel be removed when this light
is illuminated. 3. Ensure all earth leads are connected to the earth point.

White ‘On/Off’ Switch – This is the primary switch for 4. Check all glassware for any damage.
controlling water and electricity inside the still. The switch 5. Switch on the electricity supply – the green light illuminates.
illuminates when pressed in the ON position.
6. Press the ON/OFF switch to the ON position – the switch
Amber Light – When illuminated, this indicates that the will illuminate.
distillate collection reservoir is full as detected by the
level control. 7. Recheck that the CLEAN switch is in the CLEAN position
and illuminated.
White ‘Clean’ Light – This shuts off the heating element but
allows water to flow into the boiler when the still is being 8. Turn on the mains water supply and using the mini valve
commissioned or cleaned. When pressed in the CLEAN assembly, adjust the flow rate to approximately 2
position the switch illuminates. litres/min. This can be achieved by observing the drain
water from the boiler level control and adjusting the mini
2. Carefully check the following: valve assembly accordingly.
The appropriate electricity, water and drain services have
9. Check for water leaks.
been provided. If in doubt, consult the LOCATION &
SERVICES SECTION of this manual.

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10. Observe the boiler now filling with water to cover the
heating elements. When water has reached the pre-set A8000 Spares
limit, the excess will discharge to drain. Check the water
drains freely and does not back up into the boiler level
control. Boiler WB8
11. Switch the CLEAN button off by pressing it a second time.
Funnel WF48
The switch light goes out.
12. The heaters will now warm up and eventually run at a red Condenser WC48/M2
glow. If the flow rate is insufficient, the heaters will not switch
on. This will require adjustment of the mini valve assembly ‘Mains On’ Green Indicator 700691(S)
to be opened further. After about 2 – 3 minutes of operation
distilled water will emerge from the outlet pipe falling into the ‘On/Off’ White Switch 700988(S)
collection reservoir.
‘Reservoir Full’ Amber Indicator 700987
13. To avoid excess wastage of coolant water, make further
adjustments to the mini valve assembly. Slowly reduce the ‘Clean’ White Switch 700988(S)
flow rate until the flow control switch switches off the heaters,
then increase the flow until the power is restored. Reservoir Pressure Switch WPS

14. Refit the Perspex screen. Heater Terminal Block A4000/HTB

15. Safety Cut-Outs – All Aquatron water stills are protected
Solenoid Assembly A4000/SA
by the following safety devices.
Flow Control Switch – Monitors the flow of coolant water Water Flow Sensor Assembly and Hoses I/A8000HK/1
into the still and shuts off the heating element if the flow is
insufficient. Condenser to Boiler Level Control Hose I/A8000HK/2
Assembly
Thermostat Cut-Out – In normal operation the water within
Reservoir Water Level Sensor WLS
the glass will be at 100°C. In single fault conditions, i.e. in the
event of water supply failure, the content will increase to
Mains Water Mini Valve Assembly 7001059(S)
112°C where upon a resettable thermostat will operate. Once
switched, the thermostat has to be manually reset. This is Thermostat Glass Tube WTT48
achieved by unscrewing the black knob located inside the
cabinet and pressing the reset button. Thermostat WT8
Reservoir Control – Is positioned on the collection
Boiler Level Control WL48
reservoir and switches off both the electricity and water
supplies when the reservoir is full of distillate water. The
Boiler Plastic Coupling WBC1
water supply is shut off around 7 minutes after the reservoir
is full to allow the heating element to cool. Heater Assembly A4000/HA
It is recommended that the operation of the flow switch and
reservoir control is checked on a regular basis. Heater Assembly 220V A4000/HA220

a. Simulation of Mains Water Supply Failure Boiler Retaining Spring 700007

Turn off the mains water supply at the tap. This should
switch off the heating element. Turning the tap on again will Distillate Output and Boiler Level Control
switch the heater on. Drain Hose Kit I/WH48/2/B
b. Simulation of Reservoir Full Condition Rotaflow Stop Cock Assembly A4000/RCOCK
Lower the glass pressure bell of the reservoir water level
sensor into the distillate to a depth of 150mm. This will switch Relay Assembly A4000/RA
off the heating element immediately and the cooling water
after 7 minutes. Raising the bell will cause both to be PCB 700804(ES)
re-supplied.
6 Way Electrical Terminal Block A4000/ETB
16. Switching Off – Push the CLEAN switch to the ON position.
Wait until the residual heat contained in the heating element Ceramic Terminal Block A4000/CTB
has dispersed and no boiling is evident. Turn off water
supply. Push ON/OFF switch to OFF position. Isolate from 5 DIN Socket Assembly A4000/DIN
mains electricity supply.
Boiler Vapour Tube Sealing O Ring I/M502

Boiler Vapour Tube Stabilising O Ring I/QR38/24

Black Phenolic Screw Cap I/QC38/25

Wall Mounting Bracket M510G

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Distillate Collection WR20 & WS20
& Reservoir System Reservoir System
Each Aquatron water still is supplied with a Reservoir Water
Level Sensor (WLS). To pressure switch
on Aquatron
This automatically switches off the heating
elements and coolant water supply when
the distillate collection reservoir is filled
Distillate 50mm
with distilled water.
from
Note that the control is fitted with a ‘delay Metal Clip Aquatron
timer’ which switches off the coolant Reservoir
water supply approximately 7 minutes water
after the heating elements. This is to allow level sensor
time for the heaters to cool and for boiling
to cease.
Reservoir Water Level Sensor
The control also automatically switches
on the heating elements and coolant
water supply when the level of distillate WR20
in the collection reservoir falls.
It is possible to fit the glass pressure bell
of the control to most types of reservoir 140mm
and container by means of a metal clip
WFC/1 which is provided with the
Reservoir Water Level Sensor Assembly
(WLS). WR20
Reservoir
Alternatively, Cole-Parmer offer a purpose stand
designed reservoir collection system WR20 fitted
with a special adapter to hold the bell.

Fitting the Reservoir Control WLS to Collection Vessels

1. Position the distillate collection reservoir in a suitable
location. This should be below the water still so that the
vinyl rubber tubing transporting the distilled water from the Cole-Parmer offer a purpose designed reservoir system for
still can fall down to the reservoir without restrictions, kinks the collection of distilled water from your Aquatron.
or U bends. WR20 – A 20 litre Pyrex glass reservoir complete with
2. Take the Reservoir Water Level Sensor WLS and connect Rotaflo stop cock and special lid.
the free end of the rubber tubing to the nozzle of the WS20 – Reservoir stand, 43cm high for use with WR20.
pressure switch located on the side of the Aquatron
cabinet. Secure with a tie wrap. The lid of the reservoir has a side arm for connection to the
distillate feed from the Aquatron and a vent fitted with a
bacteriological filter to maintain the purity of the water. A
screw thread fitting is also provided to support the Reservoir
Water Level Sensor (WLS).

Location & Assembly

Nozzle of 1. Locate the reservoir in a position which is below the level
Pressure of the water still.
Switch
2. Fit the Rotaflo drain cock to the lower ground glass socket
of the reservoir and secure with the plastic joint clip.
3. Take the bacteriological filter and connect this to the top
of the glass feed-pipe using the vinyl tubing provided. Fit
the feed pipe and filter into the reservoir lid via the large
screw cap fitting.
4. Fit the Reservoir Water Level Sensor (WLS) to the lid via
the small screw cap fitting. Note that the system of the
glass pressure bell should extend approximately 50mm
3. Use the metal clip to fit the glass pressure bell inside above the screw cap.
the distillate collection reservoir.
5. Place the assembled lid into the socket of the reservoir.
4. Position the bell so that the open end is 140mm below
the desired distillate level. 6. Take the rubber tubing from the Reservoir Water Level
Sensor (WLS) and connect to the small plastic nozzle on
the side of the Aquatron cabinet.
7. Take the vinyl plastic tubing from the distillate outlet of
the water still and connect to the side arm of the feed
pipe on the reservoir lid. Ensure that the tubing falls
down to the reservoir without any restrictions, kinks or U

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bends.

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Connection of Aquatron A4000
stills to deionised and 1. Ensure the unit is isolated from the mains.

pre-treated water supplies 2. Remove the perspex viewing screen, cabinet roof and
cabinet end panel.
Many laboratories prefer to feed their water stills with deionised 3. Lift out the front switch panel from the cabinet groove by
or pre-treated water to obviate the need for boiler cleaning and unscrewing the countersunk screw at the top of the
descaling. panel. This will allow better access to the plumbing
system.
Your new Aquatron can be easily converted to a deionised
water feed by use of a simple accessory – the Water Feed 4. Unscrew the tubing connector marked ‘3’ from the boiler
Conversion Kit, Part No A4000/WCK (A4000) or A4000D/WCK level control as shown in the A4000 Installation Diagram
(A4000D & on page 6.
A8000). This kit permits the still to operate with most types of 5. Connect the splice (Sannar-004) to the tubing
deioniser and also piped supplies of pre-treated water. connector marked ‘3’ disconnected in step 4.
The sequence of operations to fit the kit is detailed below and 6. Connect tubing assembly (I/WCK/05) to the other end of
should be used in conjunction with the instructional video which the splice in step 5.
accompanies the kit. The video is also accessible via our
website or http://www.stuart-equipment. com/product.asp? 7. Thread the earth cable from tubing assembly
(I/WCK/05) through the access hole in bottom of the
dsl=131
electrical compartment and connect to the main earth
A4000/WCK point.
8. Thread the tubing from tubing assembly (I/WCK/05)
through the last hole on the side of the cabinet to the
drain.

Jubilee Clip Earthed

(700198) 9. Take tubing assembly (I/WCK/02) and connect to the
Pipe
deionised / pre-treated water solenoid, and secure with
Deioniser
a jubilee clip.
Kit
Splice (I/WCK/02) 10. Connect the other end of the tubing assembly (I/WCK/02)
(Sannar-004) to the boiler level control.
11. Thread the earth cable from tubing assembly
(I/WCK/02) through the access hole in bottom of the
electrical compartment and connect to the main earth
point.
12. Unscrew the black cap from the boiler level control
Straight and remove the funnel and seal.
Connector 13. Fit the boiler level control black cap over the float switch
(700408) assembly (I/WCK/01(E)) and fit to the boiler level control
Float Switch ensuring that the end of the guide tube locates in the well
Assembly Tubing at the base.
(I/WCK/01(E)) Assembly 14. Remove the dummy plug from the DIN connector
(I/WCK/05) and connect the float switch assembly connector.
15. Remove the dummy cap from the deionised / pre-treated
A4000D/WCK water inlet and fit the straight hose connector (700408).
Earthed
Pipe 16. Connect the straight hose connector (700408) to the outlet
Deioniser of the deionised / pre-treated water supply. Note the tubing
Kit selected should have a safe working pressure of at least
(I/WCK/02) equal to the pressure of the water supply and should be
adequately secured with hose clips.
17. Refit the front switch panel.
Jubilee Clip
(700198) 18. Refit the perspex viewing screen, cabinet side panel
and cabinet roof.

A4000D
1. Ensure the unit is isolated from the mains.
Plug
(Sannar-002) 2. Remove the perspex viewing screen, cabinet roof and
cabinet end panel.
3. Lift out the front switch panel from the cabinet groove by
Straight unscrewing the countersunk screw at the top of the
Connector panel. This will allow better access to the plumbing
(700408) system.
4. Unscrew the tubing connector marked ‘5’ from the boiler
level control as shown in the A4000D Installation Diagram
on page 12.

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Float Switch
Assembly 5. Connect the plug (Sannar-002) to the tubing
(I/WCK/01(E)) connector marked ‘5’ disconnected in step 4.
6. Take tubing assembly (I/WCK/02) and connect to the
deionised / pre-treated water solenoid, and secure with
a jubilee clip.

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7. Connect the other end of the tubing assembly (I/WCK/02) 14. Refit the front switch panel.
to the boiler level control.
15. Refit the perspex viewing screen, cabinet side panel and
8. Thread the earth cable from tubing assembly cabinet roof.
(I/WCK/02) through the access hole in bottom of the
electrical compartment and connect to the main earth
point.
9. Unscrew the black cap from the front boiler level control
and remove the funnel and seal.
10. Fit the front boiler level control black cap over the float
switch assembly (I/WCK/01(E)) and fit to the front boiler
level control ensuring that the end of the guide tube locates
in the well at the base.
11. Remove the dummy plug from the DIN connector and
connect the float switch assembly connector.
12. Remove the dummy cap from the deionised / pre-
treated water inlet and fit the straight hose connector
(700408).
13. Connect the straight hose connector (700408) to the outlet
of the deionised / pre-treated water supply. Note the tubing
selected should have a safe working pressure of at least
equal to the pressure of the water supply and should be
adequately secured with hose clips.
14. Refit the front switch panel.
15. Refit the perspex viewing screen, cabinet side panel
and cabinet roof.

A8000
1. Ensure the unit is isolated from the mains.
2. Remove the perspex viewing screen, cabinet roof and
cabinet end panel.
3. Lift out the front switch panel from the cabinet groove by
unscrewing the countersunk screw at the top of the
panel. This will allow better access to the plumbing
system.
4. Unscrew the tubing connector marked ‘5’ from the boiler
level control as shown in the A8000 Installation Diagram on
page 17.
5. Connect the plug (Sannar-002) to the tubing
connector marked ‘5’ disconnected in step 4.
6. Take tubing assembly (I/WCK/02) and connect to the
deionised
/ pre-treated water solenoid, and secure with a jubilee clip.
7. Connect the other end of the tubing assembly (I/WCK/02)
to the boiler level control.
8. Thread the earth cable from tubing assembly
(I/WCK/02) through the access hole in bottom of the
electrical compartment and connect to the main earth
point.
9. Unscrew the black cap from the boiler level control
and remove the funnel and seal.
10. Fit the boiler level control black cap over the float switch
assembly (I/WCK/01(E)) and fit to the boiler level control
ensuring that the end of the guide tube locates in the well
at the base.
11. Remove the dummy plug from the DIN connector and
connect the float switch assembly connector.
12. Remove the dummy cap from the deionised / pre-
treated water inlet and fit the straight hose connector
(700408).
13. Connect the straight hose connector (700408) to the outlet
of the deionised / pre-treated water supply. Note the tubing
selected should have a safe working pressure of at least
equal to the pressure of the water supply and should be
adequately secured with hose clips.

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Operation
1. Before switching on either the mains electricity or water
supply, identify the control switches and indicator lights
on the front of the cabinet.
Green Light – When illuminated this shows that
there is mains supply voltage to the unit. Under no
circumstances should the cabinet end panel be
removed if this light is illuminated.
White ‘on/off’ Switch – This is the primary switch
for controlling water and electricty inside the still.
The switch illuminates when pressed in the ‘on’
position.
Amber Light – When illuminated this indicates that
the distillate collection reservoir is full as detected
by the level control.
White ‘Clean’ Switch – This shuts off the heating
element but allows water to flow into the boiler when the
still is being commissioned or cleaned. When pressed in
the ‘Clean’ position the switch illuminates.
2. Carefully check:
i. the appropriate electricity, water and drain services
have been provided. If in doubt, consult the Location
and Servces section on page 3.
ii. the on/off switch on the control panel is in the off
position. iii.the clean switch is pressed in the clean
position.
iv. the Rotaflo stopcock on the boiler level control is closed.
v. the reservoir pressure switch is fitted to the
distillate collection vessel.
vi. the dummy shorting plug has been removed from it’s
socket and replaced with the lead from the float
switch assembly (I/WCK/01(E)).
3. Switch on the electricity supply – the green indicator
light will illuminate.
4. Press the on/off switch to the on position – the
switch will illuminate.
5. Recheck that the clean switch is in the clean
position and illuminated.
6. Turn on the mains water supply and using the mini
valve assembly, adjust the flow rate to approximately 1
litre/min for A4000 and 2 litres/min for A4000D and
A8000. This can be achieved by observing the drain
water from the boiler
level control and adjusting the mini valve assembly
accordingly. Check the mains water flows to drain
without restriction.
7. Turn on the supply of deionised or pre-treated water.
Observe that deionised water enters the boiler via the
float switch assembly in the boiler level control.
8. Allow deionised water to flow into the boiler until the
heating element(s) is covered by approximately 10mm
of water. At this level the flow of deionised water into the
boiler should be automatically cut off by the float switch
assembly in the boiler level control.
9. Switch off the clean button by pressing it for a second
time – the switch light extinguishes. The heater(s) will
start to warm up and eventually run at a red glow. (If
heater(s) fails to glow, check that the flow of mains
water is adequate).
10. Allow distillation to commence and observe that the
float switch assembly allows fresh deionised water to
enter the boiler and maintain a satisfactory operating
level. If the deionised supply fails then the WCK kit
fitted will switch off the heater until it is restored.

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Cleaning 15. Repeat steps 11-14 two or three times until the boiler
has been thoroughly flushed through.
When any of the Aquatron stills have been used to produce
distilled water directly from a mains water supply, there will 16. The still is re-started by finishing the cleaning cycle at step
inevitably be a build up of scale in the boiler and on the heating 12., then pushing the CLEAN switch to the OFF position
element(s). To obtain optimum performance from the still, the (switch is not illuminated).
scale should be removed on a regular basis. The time span Before collecting the distillate the still should be allowed to
between cleaning depends entirely upon the hardness of the run for about 10 minutes with the distillate running to drain.
water supply. In very hard water areas it may be necessary to This will ensure that any residual acid is removed.
clean the still once a week, whereas in soft water areas several
weeks may elapse before cleaning is necessary. Note – The amount of acid required will depend upon the
degree of scaling. If after performing the cleaning cycle
It should not of course be necessary to de-scale the second deposits are left in the boiler, it may be necessary to
stage boiler on the A4000D or when the stills have been repeat the cleaning cycle using a fresh quantity of acid.
operated from a deioniser.
The benefits gained from regular cleaning cannot be
Cleaning the still involves the use of 10% formic acid or kettle over emphasised.
descaler. As a safety precaution, protective clothing, gloves,
mask and goggles should be worn during cleaning.
Note – The cabinet and perspex screen should be cleaned
using a dilute detergent solution only.
It is possible to descale the Aquatron water still without
dismantling the glassware by following these instructions
in conjunction with Control of Substances Hazardous to
Health (COSHH) Regulations 2002.
Method
1. Push the CLEAN switch to the CLEAN position – the
switch illuminates.
2. Observe that the heating element(s) has switched off.
Allow boiling to stop and water to cool.
3. Push ON/OFF switch to OFF position.
4. Remove the perspex screen.
5. Open the Rotaflo stop cock on the boiler level control
WL48, allow the boiler to empty to ¾ of its full capacity,
and close the stop cock.
6. Carefully add about 100ml of 10% formic acid solution or
kettle descaler into the glass funnel of the WL48.
7. Push the ON/OFF switch to the ON position, the boiler
will refill to its operating level.
8. Push the ON/OFF switch to the OFF position.
9. Allow the chemical reaction within the boiler to continue until
all the deposits have been removed.
Note – If scale has built up above the operating level, the
boiler may be completely filled by either lifting the drain pipe
or restricting the flow of water to drain. This operation must
be carefully controlled so that the boiler does not over fill and
cause water to be forced over the funnel top.
10. Open the Rotaflo stop cock and allow contents of the
boiler to drain completely.
Note – If the acid added to the boiler has not been
completely neutralised, the liquid flowing to drain may be
strongly acid. Necessary safety precautions should be
observed around the drain position and any effluent control
procedures followed.
11. Close Rotaflo stop cock.
12. Push ON/OFF switch to ON position and allow boiler to
fill with water. Again the boiler may be completely filled
by following procedure detailed in step 8.
13. Push ON/OFF switch to OFF position.
14. Drain the boiler by opening the Rotaflo stop cock.

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Fault Finding W4L2A. See A4000D Assembly section of this manual.

In the event of operating difficulties with your Aquatron, it is

suggested that the following basic checks are made. (Please
note that these checks should only be carried out by suitably
qualified personnel).
If these checks fail to identify and remedy the problem then you
are advised to seek the help of your supplier or the Service
Department of Cole-Parmer.
1. Unit completely inoperative – No mains green indicator on.
Check the electricity supply to the Aquatron and ensure that
a fuse has not blown at the supply fuse board. (This check
should be conducted by a qualified electrician).
2. Heater(s) not on – Mains green indicator light on,
water flowing.
a. Check the Aquatron switches are in the correct mode,
i.e: ON/OFF switch is in the ON position.
CLEAN switch is in the OFF position.
Check that the reservoir indicator light is NOT
illuminated and indicating a full collection reservoir.
b. Check that the fuse, located on the PCB inside the
electrical chamber of the cabinet, has not blown. (This
check should be conducted by a qualified electrician).
c. Check that the flow of cooling water is sufficient.
A4000 requires a flow rate of at least 1 litre/min.
A4000D & A8000 require a flow rate of at least 2 litres/min.
If the flow rate is NOT sufficient then:
Check the mains water supply is turned on.
Check the mains water mini valve assembly is open.
Check the water inlet filter is not blocked (See note 8).
Check the flow of water is not impeded by blockages or
restrictions.
3. Heater(s) not on – Water not flowing, mains green
indicator light on.
Check that the thermostat has not operated. Confirm this
by pressing the thermostat reset button located inside the
main chamber of the cabinet.
If the thermostat has cut out then the cause should be
identified at once.
Check that the boiler contains sufficient water.
Check that the plumbing connections are not leaking.
Check that the stop cock on the boiler level control WL48
is closed.
4. Heater in second stage boiler of A4000D not on.
Check the setting of the boiler level control W4L2A. See
the A4000D Assembly section of this manual.
Check thermostat has not operated. See notes under step 3.
5. Water level in boiler too high – Choking of condenser.
Check that the flow of water into the boiler is not
excessive.
Control flow by adjusting the mains water mini valve
assembly.
Check that the coolant water drain pipe falls away from
the Aquatron without restrictions or U bends.
If level of water in the second stage boiler of model A4000D
is too high, then:
Check setting of the float switch in boiler level control
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6. Distillate quality low.
Check the condition of the boiler and clean if heavily scaled.
7. Distillate collection reservoir floods.
Check the location of the reservoir water level sensor
WLS inside the reservoir. See the Distillate Collection
section of this manual.
Check that the WLS pipe connections between the
glass bell and Aquatron are secure and air tight.
8. Cleaning blocked water filters.
Your Aquatron is fitted with a built in water filter to
prevent the ingress of particulate matter into the
plumbing system.
The filter can be examined and cleaned if
necessary by unscrewing the black plastic screw
cap which secures the mains water mini valve
assembly.
A similar filter is also incorporated on the same side of
the cabinet for use with pre-treated water supplies.
Access is via the black screw cap which secures the
hose nozzle.
9. Persistent tripping of the RCBO.
This is likely to be due to the integrity of the heater
which should therefore be replaced.

Additional Checks for Aquatrons fed with deionised or pre-

treated water.
a. Boiler does not fill.
Check that supply of pre-treated water is switched on.
Check input water filter on side of cabinet is not blocked
(See step 8).
Check water feed conversion kit A4000/WCK or
A4000D/ WCK is correctly fitted and adjusted. See
the Connection of Stills to Deionised / Pre-Treated
Water Supplies section of this manual.
b. Heater(s) not on.
Check water level in boiler is above the heating element.
Check water feed conversion kit A4000/WCK or
A4000D/ WCK is correctly fitted and adjusted. See
the Connection of Stills to Deionised / Pre-Treated
Water Supplies section of this manual.

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Circuit diagram for A4000

RESERVOIR
ON/OFF CLEAN FULL
T1 (S) (WHITE) (AMBER)
3,6,9 (WHITE)
IC1
C1 C2 RL4
MR1 1000uF 33uF (E)(S)
25V 16V
2,5,7,8,1 1N4007

D1 12 - WAY
1N4007 1 SOCKET

+12 D3 D2 10

T 125 m 1N4007
CLEAN
1N4007 PRESSURE
AL R2 SWITCH
R1
(S) 68K 1K (S)
RL2 RL1
(S) (S) C3
2200uF
TR1 16V

FLOW
(SEE SWITCH
NOTE)* (S)
4 1 2 3
1 12 - SOCKET
WAY 3

4 - WAY 2 4

SOCKET
A4000/PCB (S)
1 5

(S)
*NOTE

SKT1 IS USED IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE DE-IONISED FEED CONVERSION KIT,

WCK/N. IF THE STILL IS NOT FITTED WITH WCK/N, PINS 1 & 5 ARE CONNECTED
ON/OFF TOGETHER WITH THE 'DIN' PLUG SUPPLIED WITH THE STILL.
(S) 3 PINS 1 & 5, BOILER WATER LEVEL REED SWITCH.
2
1
4
5
PINS 2 & 4 DE-IONISED FEED SOLENOID REED SWITCH. } WHEN USED WITH WCK/N
SKT1/1 (SEE NOTE)*
(E) DENOTES E.M.C. CRITICAL COMPONENT

(S) DENOTES SAFETY CRITICAL COMPONENT

RL3/1 (E)(S)
THERMOSTAT
E
(S)
SV1 (S) SV2 (S) HEATER
COOLING DE - IONISED MAINS ON
WATER WATER (GREEN)
SOLENOID SOLENOID (S)

Wiring diagram for A4000

PINK (E) DENOTES E.M.C. CRITICAL

10 COMPONENT
11 (S) DENOTES SAFETY
CRITICAL COMPONENT

VIOLET WHITE
12
Earthed Hose
Assembly 1
4 5
BLACK SKT1 (SEE
7 3
2

NOTE)*
RED
9 YELLOW 12
PRESSURE
SWITCH
3 CLEAN (S)
RED SWITCH
R
12 - WAY PLUG 4
3

YELLOW WHITE
WHITE Earthed Hose
1 Assembly 3
RED
6
ON/OFF CLEAN RESERVOIR
FULL
BLACK
BLACK BLACK
5
1N4007
1 FLOW
PINK SWITCH
BLACK 2 (S)
2 RL3 (E)(S) 3
YELLOW BLUE SV2 (S)
4
3 BLUE
ORANGE 5
4 - WAY PLUG
2 SV1 (S)
BLUE 6
BLUE
4 BROWN
BLUE
1 BROWN ON/OFF
MAINS ON
(S)
(S) L
THERMOSTAT
(S) BROWN
*NOTE BROWN BROWN BLUE
SKT1 IS USED IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE DE-IONISED FEED CONVERSION N
KIT,
WCK/N SOLENOID
IF THE STILL IS NOT FITTED WITH WCK/N, PINS 1 & 5 ARE
CONNECTED TOGETHER WITH THE 'DIN' PLUG SUPPLIED WITH
THE STILL.
PINS 1 & 5, BOILER WATER LEVEL REED
SWITCH PINS 2 & 4, DE-IONISED FEED
}
WHEN USED WITH
33
RL3/1 (E)(S) HEATER

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Circuit diagram for A4000D

RESERVOIR FULL (AMBER)

ON/OFF (WHITE) CLEAN (WHITE)
T1(S)
3,6,9
IC1
C1 1000uF C2 33uF RL3 RL4
MR1 25V 16V (E)(S) (E)(S)
2,5,7,8,1
D1 1N4007 1N4007
12 - WAY SOCKET
1N4007 1

D3 D2 10
+12
1N4007 REAR BOILER FLOAT SWITCH
T 125 m AL1N4007 CLEAN
R2 PRESSURE SWITCH (S)
(S) 1K
R1
68K
RL2 RL1
(S) (S) C3 2200uF
16V
TR1

FLOW SWITCH (S)

(SEE NOTE)* SKT1/2
12 WAY 3
4 1 2 3 1 SOCKET 2 4
1 5

4 - WAY SOCKET
(S) A4000/PCB (S)
*NOTE

SKT1 IS USED IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE DE-IONISED FEED CONVERSION KIT, WCK/N. IF THE STILL IS NOT FITTED WIT
ON/OFF
(S)
2
3
4
PINS 1 & 5, FRONT BOILER WATER LEVEL REED SWITCH.
WHEN }
PINS 2 & WITH
USED 4 DE-IONISED
WCK/N FEED SOLENOID REED SWITCH.

1 5
SKT1/1 (SEE NOTE)*
(E) DENOTES E.M.C. CRITICAL COMPONENT
(S) DENOTES SAFETY CRITICAL COMPONENT

RL3/1 (E)(S)
TT1(S)
E
SV1 (S) COOLING WATER SOLENOID SV2 (S) FRONT HEATER FRONT
MAINS ON
DE-IONISED WATER SOLENOID THERMOSTAT
(GREEN)
RL4/1 (E)(S) (S)
TT2(S)

REAR HEATER REAR THERMOSTAT

Wiring diagram for A4000D

PINK (E) DENOTES E.M.C.

10
CRITICAL COMPONENT
11 (S) DENOTES SAFETY CRITICAL
COMPONENT

VIOLET WHITE
12

BLACK 45
7 3 SKT1 (SEE NOTE)*
2
1

RED YELLOW
9
PRESSURE
SWITCH
RED 12 (S)
3
CLEAN
RED SWITCH
12 - WAY 34
PLUG WHITE
1 YELLOW WHITE
RED
6
RESERVOIR
ON/OFF CLEAN FULL
BLACK
BLACK
5

1N4007
BLACK PINK
2
RL3 (E)(S)
REAR BOILER 1 FLOW
1N4007 FLOAT SWITCH
BLACK SWITCH
ORANGE PINK
8 2 (S)
RL4 (E)(S) BLUE
3
YELLOW SV2 (S)
3 4
BLUE
ORANGE
2 5
SV1 (S)
BLUE BLUE 6
4 - WAY 4
PLUG
BROWN BROWN
1 MAINS ON
BLUE
(S)
ON/OFF
(S) BROWN L
FRONT THERMOSTAT (S)
*NOTE BROWN BROWN BLUE N
SKT1 IS USED IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE DE-IONISED FEED
CONVERSION KIT, WCK/N. RL3/1 (E)(S)
IF THE STILL IS NOT FITTED WITH WCK/N, PINS 1 & 5 ARE FRONT
CONNECTED TOGETHER WITH THE 'DIN' PLUG SUPPLIED WITH BROWN
THE STILL. REAR THERMOSTAT (S) HEATER
PINS 1 & 5, FRONT BOILER WATER LEVEL REED SWITCH WHEN USED
PINS 2 & 4, DE-IONISED FEED }
WITH WCK/N BROWN BROWN BLUE
SOLENOID

RL4/1 (E)(S) REAR HEATER

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 Circuit diagram for A8000

RESERVOIR FULL (AMBER)

ON/OFF (WHITE) CLEAN (WHITE)
T1 (S)
3,6,9
IC1
C1 1000uF C2 33uF RL3 RL4
MR1 25V 16V (E)(S) (E)(S)
2,5,7,8,1
D1 1N4007 1N4007
12 - WAY SOCKET
1N4007 1

D3 D2 10
+12
1N4007
T 125 m AL1N4007 CLEAN
R2 PRESSURE SWITCH (S)
(S) 1K
R1
68K
RL2
(S) C3 2200uF
RL1
16V
(S) TR1

FLOW SWITCH (S)

(SEE NOTE)*
12 - WAY SOCKET
4 1 2 3 1
3
2 4
1 5
4 - WAY SOCKET
(S)
A4000/PCB (S)
*NOTE

SKT1 IS USED IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE DE-IONISED FEED CONVERSION KIT, WCK/N. IF THE STILL IS NOT FITTED WIT
ON/OFF
(S)
2
3
4
PINS 1 & 5, BOILER WATER LEVEL REED SWITCH.
PINS 2 & 4 DE-IONISED FEED SOLENOID REED SWITCH.}
WHEN USED WITH WCK/N
1 5
SKT1/1 (SEE NOTE)*

(E) DENOTES E.M.C. CRITICAL COMPONENT

(S) DENOTES SAFETY CRITICAL COMPONENT L

RL3/1 (E)(S)

E
SV1 (S) COOLING WATER SOLENOID SV2 (S) FRONT HEATER
DE - IONISED WATER SOLENOID MAINS ON (GREEN) (S)
RL4/1 (E)(S)

REAR HEATER THERMOSTAT

(S)

Wiring diagram for A8000

PINK (E) DENOTES E.M.C.

10 CRITICAL COMPONENT

11 (S) DENOTES SAFETY CRITICAL

COMPONENT

VIOLET WHITE
12

BLACK 45

7 3
21
SKT1 (SEE NOTE)*

RED YELLOW
9 PRESSURE
SWITCH
12 (S)
RED
3
CLEAN
RED SWITCH

12 - WAY PLUG 3 4
WHITE
1 YELLOW WHITE
RED
6
RESERVOIR
ON/OFF CLEAN FULL
BLACK
BLACK
5

1N4007
BLACK PINK
2
RL3 (E)(S)
REAR BOILER
1N4007 1 FLOW
FLOAT SWITCH SWITCH
BLACK ORANGE PINK
8 2 (S)
RL4 (E)(S) BLUE
3
YELLOW SV2 (S)
3 4
BLUE
ORANGE
5
2 SV1 (S)
4 - WAY PLUG BLUE BLUE 6
4
BROWN BROWN
1 MAINS ON
BLUE
(S)
ON/OFF
(S) BROWN
L
*NOTE BROWN BROWN BLUE
SKT1 IS USED IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE DE-IONISED FEED CONVERSION
KIT, WCK/N. RL3/1 (E)(S)
FRONT HEATER
IF THE STILL IS NOT FITTED WITH WCK/N, PINS 1 & 5 ARE
CONNECTED TOGETHER WITH THE 'DIN' PLUG SUPPLIED WITH BROWN
THE STILL. THERMOSTAT (S)
PINS 1 & 5, BOILER WATER LEVEL REED SWITCH WHEN USED
PINS 2 & 4, DE-IONISED FEED
}
WITH WCK/N BROWN BROWN BLUE
SOLENOID

RL4/1 (E)(S) REAR HEATER

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Manufacturer Cole-Parmer Ltd

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Water Still - Aquatron Range
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