The equipment is assembled and operated in this manner: the right side panel is opened, and at station one the boiling flask, condenser, oil bath, and hotplate are assembled as illustrated in Figures 3.1 and 3.2. Each item is secured to the ring stand with adequate clamps. The flask is positioned at least one-half inch above the bottom of the oil bath. Electrical connections are not made nor the coolant hoses attached to the condenser yet, as the entire apparatus will be moved over to the center station before beginning.