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No warranties are granted or extended by this document. Helix Technology Corporation reserves the right to change any or all information contained herein without prior written notice. Revisions may be issued at the time of such changes and/or deletions.
CTI-CRYOGENICS 9600 Compressor. NOTE: All personnel with installation, operation, and maintenance responsibilities should become familiar with the contents of both the 9600 Compressor Installation, Operation, Maintenance, and appropriate cryopump manuals to ensure safe, high quality, and reliable system performance.
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Compressor. Helium purification takes place via several stages of oil removal. The final stage of purification is performed with a replaceable adsorber cartridge. In order to maintain peak efficiency, the adsorber must be replaced every three years. The 9600 Compressor is shown in Figure 1-1.
(593 mm) 14.4 in. 3.18 in. (366 mm) (81 mm) Figure 1-2: 9600 Compressor Dimensions CAUTION Do not place a weight greater than 75 lbs. (34Kg) on top of the Compressor. Part Number 8040437, Revision 104, 06/12/2007, ECO Number 18068...
Component Description Component Description The components of the 9600 Compressor that are accessible from the rear panel are shown in Figure 1-4 and described in the following paragraphs. Elapsed Time System Circuit Power ON Breaker Meter Indicator Cryopump Electrical Outlet...
Multiple On-Board Cryopump Connections Multiple On-Board Cryopump Connections The On-Board Splitter Box permits the connection of multiple On-Board Cryopumps or Waterpumps to one 9600 Compressor as shown in Figure 1- 5. Refer to “Section 3 - Installation” for more information on connecting single or multiple On-Board Cryopumps or Waterpumps to the Compressor.
WATER POWER User Remote (from vacuum system) Figure 1-6: 9600 Compressor Connected to Multiple Cryo-Torr Cryopumps NOTE: Your installation (number of pumps per compressor) will vary based upon the Cryo-Torr Cryopump models used. Refer to “Appendix A - Customer Support Information”...
Section 2 - Unpacking and Inspection Introduction The 9600 Compressor is shipped in a shipping carton incorporating a ramp system which makes removing the Compressor from the carton safe and easy. Shipping Carton Inspection Inspect the exterior of the shipping carton for visible signs of damage before opening the shipping carton.
Report any damage to the shipping company at once. Helium "OFF" Condition Pressure Verification Refer to “Section 4 - Operation” for more information on the ("OFF" Condition) helium charge pressure of the 9600 Compressor. Shipping Carton Contents The shipping carton should contain the following items: • Compressor •...
Section 3 - Installation Introduction Section 3 provides you with the information required to install the 9600 Compressor and connect it to single or multiple On-Board or Cryo-Torr Cryopump configurations. Figure 3-1 highlights the major tasks for Compressor installation and refers to the appropriate installation procedures in this section.
Supply and Return Water Line Connections NOTE: The water used for cooling the Compressor must meet the specifications outlined in “Section 1 - 9600 Compressor Description”. Hard Water Lines 1. Apply a light coating of standard plumbing thread sealant to the hard line pipe threads.
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Three Phase Power Rear Panel Detail A Figure 3-2: 9600 Compressor Circuit Breaker Terminals (Cover Removed) NOTE: The phase order in which the conductor terminal lugs are connected to circuit breaker terminals X, Y, and Z will be determined during the Phase Check Procedure.
Connecting/Disconnecting Helium Flex Lines CAUTION Make sure the helium flex lines are connected and disconnected from the 9600 Compressor using the following procedure and as shown in Figure 3-3. Failure to follow this procedure could damage connector O-ring seals or cause a helium circuit leak.
Single On-Board Cryopump Connections CAUTION Make sure the Compressor power is OFF before making any connections to the rear panel. 1. Connect the Supply and Return lines to the 9600 Compressor as described in “Connecting/Disconnecting Helium Flex Lines” this section.
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Figure 3-4: Single On-Board Cryopump Connections CAUTION Make sure the Compressor power is OFF before making any connections to the rear panel. 1. Connect the Supply and Return lines to the 9600 Compressor as described in “Connecting/Disconnecting Helium Flex Lines” this section.
“Section 4 - Operation” “Section 5 - Maintenance” for more information. 1. Connect the Supply and Return lines to the 9600 Compressor as described in “Connecting/Disconnecting Helium Flex Lines” this section. 2. Connect the Gas Return Line to the customer supplied helium manifold and then to the GAS RETURN connector on the On-Board Cryopump.
“Section 4 - Operation” “Section 5 - Maintenance” for more information. 1. Connect the Supply and Return lines to the 9600 Compressor as described in “Connecting/Disconnecting Helium Flex Lines” this section. 2. Connect the Gas Return Line to the customer supplied helium manifold and then to the Gas Return connector on the Cryo-Torr Cryopump.
After cooldown, the normal system operating pressure is recorded. NOTE: The 9600 Compressor is designed for continuous operation and should remain ON even when the cryopumps are in a regeneration cycle. "OFF" Condition Helium System Pressure Verification The proper system ("OFF"...
Maintenance”. Compressor Operation CAUTION While the 9600 Compressor is operating, the helium pressure gauge indicator should never be in the red zone. If the gauge indicator is below 65 psig, then the system must be checked for insufficient helium or helium leaks. If the gauge indicator is above 160 psig, then the system has been over pressurized.
Contact CTI-CRYOGENICS for a review of the intended installation and for specific technical instructions. The use of a 9600 compressor on a manifold with other CTI-CRYOGENICS compressor models requires a reduction of the helium charge pressure to 200--210 psig charge pressure to avoid helium safety valves from inadvertently venting.
Adsorber Replacement Use the following procedure to change the adsorber every three years. 1. Set the System Circuit Breaker, on the rear of the 9600 Compressor, to the OFF position. 2. Remove the 4 screws which secure the rear panel to the Compressor and remove the rear panel.
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Figure 1-4 for loca- being used. “Compres- tion. Refer to sor Remote Connector” “Section 1 - 9600 Compressor Descrip- tion” for more information. 4) Improperly wired external 4) Verify correct installation of remote control circuit.
Appendix D - Schematic Introduction The schematic in Appendix D supports the 9600 (High Voltage) Compressor CTI-CRYOGENICS P/N 8135164P002. Table D-1: Basic Control Assembly Legend Identifier Description Compressor Motor Main Circuit Breaker (15A) Control Circuits Circuit Breaker (4A) Elapsed Time Meter...