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Technology for Vacuum Systems
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  • Page 1 1 of 96 Technology for Vacuum Systems Instructions for use ME 1 ME 1C MZ 1C Diaphragm pumps...
  • Page 2 VACUU•LAN (US-Reg.No 3,704,401), VACUU•BUS , VACUU•CONTROL ® ® ® Peltronic , VARIO (US-Reg.No 3,833,788), VACUUBRAND (US-Reg.No ® ® ® 3,733,388) and also the shown company logos are registered trademarks of VACUUBRAND GMBH + CO KG in Germany and/or other countries.
  • Page 3 page 3 of 96 Achtung: Die vorliegende Betriebsanleitung ist nicht in allen EU-Sprachen verfügbar. Der Anwender darf die beschriebenen Geräte nur dann in Betrieb nehmen, wenn er die vorliegende Anleitung versteht oder eine fachlich korrekte Übersetzung der voll- ständigen Anleitung vorliegen hat. Die Betriebsanleitung muss vor Inbetriebnahme der Geräte vollständig gelesen und verstanden werden, und alle geforderten Maß- nahmen müssen eingehalten werden.
  • Page 4 page 4 of 96 Bemærk: Denne manual foreligger ikke på alle EU sprog. Brugeren må ikke be- tjene apparatet hvis manualen ikke er forstået. I det tilfælde skal en teknisk korrekt oversættelse af hele manual stilles til rådighed. Manual skal være gennemlæst og forstået før apparatet betjenes og alle nødvendige forholdsregler skal tages.
  • Page 5 page 5 of 96 Figyelem! Ez a kezelési utasítás nem áll rendelkezésre az EU összes nyelvén. Ha a felhasználó nem érti jelen használati utasítás szövegét, nem üzemeltetheti a készüléket. Ez esetben a teljes gépkönyv fordításáról gondoskodni kell. Üzembe helyezés előtt a kezelőnek végig kell olvasnia, meg kell értenie azt, továbbá az üzemeltetéshez szükséges összes mérést el kell végeznie.
  • Page 6 page 6 of 96 Attentie: Deze gebruiksaanwijzing is niet in alle talen van de EU verkrijgbaar. De gebruiker moet niet met dit apparaat gaan werken als voor hem/haar de gebruiks- aanwijzing niet voldoende duidelijk is. Bij gebruik van deze apparatuur is het nood- zakelijk een technisch correcte vertaling van de complete gebruiksaanwijzing te hebben.
  • Page 7 page 7 of 96 Varning: Denna instruktion är inte tillgänglig på alla språk inom EU. Användaren får inte starta utrustningen om hon/han inte förstår denna instruktion. Om så är fallet måste en tekniskt korrekt instruktion göras tillgänglig. Instruktionen måste läsas och förstås helt före utrustningen tas i drift och nödvändiga åtgärder göres.

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    Important notes regarding the use of gas ballast ......37 Accessories / Spare parts..........38 Troubleshooting ............... 39 Replacing diaphragms and valves........41 ME 1 ....................44 ME 1C ....................54 MZ 1C (Technical design 1) ............... 63 MZ 1C (Technical design 2) ............... 73 Replacing the fuses ................

  • Page 9: Safety Information

    Make operating personnel aware of dangers arising from the pump and the pumped substances. VACUUBRAND disclaims any liability for inappropri- ate use of these pumps and for damage from failure to follow instructions contained in this manual.
  • Page 10 page 10 of 96 ➨ DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. + WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. • CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.

  • Page 11: General Information

    page 11 of 96 General information Remove all packing material from the packing box. Re- NOTICE move the product from its packing-box and retain all pack- aging until the equipment is inspected and tested. Re- move the protective caps from the inlet and outlet ports and retain for future use.

  • Page 12: Setting Up And Installing The Equipment

    page 12 of 96 + The pumps are designed for ambient temperatures during operation between +50°F and +104°F (+10°C and +40°C). Periodically check maximum tempera- tures if installing the pump in a cabinet or a housing. Make sure ventilation is adequate to maintain recom- mended operating temperature.
  • Page 13 page 13 of 96 patibility with system components (e.g., exhaust tub- ing or exhaust valve) at the outlet. + Do not permit any uncontrolled pressurizing. Make sure that the exhaust tubing cannot become blocked to avoid a risk of bursting! + Keep the electrical power cord away from heated sur- faces.

  • Page 14: Ambient Conditions

    page 14 of 96 fore setting the voltage selection switch. Note: If the pump is switched on with wrong voltage selection, the motor may be damaged! Make sure ventilation is adequate to maintain recommend- NOTICE ed operating temperature. Keep a minimum distance of 2 in (5 cm) between the cooling fan and surrounding items (e.g., housing, walls, etc.), or else install an external au- tomatic ventilation system.

  • Page 15: Operating Conditions

    page 15 of 96 • Do not operate this product near flames. To the best of our knowledge the equipment is in compli- NOTICE ance with the requirements of the applicable EC-directives and harmonized standards (see ”Declaration of Confor- mity”) with regard to design, type and model. Standard EN 61010-1 gives in detail the conditions under which the equipment can be operated safely (see also IP degree of protection, “Technical data”, pg.

  • Page 16: Safety During Operation

    page 16 of 96 ➨ The pumps are not approved for operation below ground. Do not operate the pump below ground. • Do not pump substances which may form depos- its inside the pump. The pumps are not suitable for pumping substances which may form deposits inside the pump.
  • Page 17 page 17 of 96 at the outlet of the pump. In case, e.g., of a diaphragm failure, mechanically generated sparks, hot surfaces or static electricity may ignite these mixtures. Use inert gas for gas ballast or venting, if necessary. ➨ Drain appropriately or otherwise remove any poten- tially explosive mixtures at the outlet of the pump, or dilute them to non-explosive concentrations.
  • Page 18 page 18 of 96 possible an exchange of gas, albeit extremely slight, between the environment and the vacuum system. Adopt suitable measures to prevent contamination of the pumped substances or the environment. • Ensure that no parts of your clothing, hair or fingers can be caught or drawn in at the inlet of the pump.

  • Page 19: Maintenance And Repair

    Take advantage of our service seminars, which put special focus on the maintenance and repair of vacuum pumps. For details and for the online ”Instructions for repair” man- ual see www.vacuubrand.com. In normal use, the lifetime of the diaphragms and valves is typically 15,000 operating hours.
  • Page 20 page 20 of 96 + Take adequate precautions to protect people from the effects of dangerous substances if contamination has occurred. Use appropriate protective clothing, safety goggles and protective gloves. + Wear parts have to be replaced regularly. + Never operate a defective or damaged pump. + Check every motor capacitor regularly by measuring its capacity and estimating its time in operation.

  • Page 21: Important Information: Equipment Marking (Atex)

    The overall category of the equipment depends on the connected com- ponents. If the connected components do not comply with the classifi- cation of the VACUUBRAND equipment, the specified category of the VACUUBRAND equipment is no longer valid. Vacuum pumps and vacuum gauges in category 3 are intended for con- nection to equipment in which during normal operation explosive atmo- spheres caused by gases, vapors or mists normally don’t occur;...
  • Page 22 page 22 of 96 • The equipment is designated for an ambient and gas inlet temperature during operation of +10 to +40°C. Never exceed these ambient and gas inlet temperatures. If pumping / measuring gases which are not potentially explosive, extended gas inlet temperatures are permissible. See instructions for use, section “Gas inlet temperatures”...

  • Page 23: Technical Data

    In case of supply voltage below 100V, the lock of the cutout might be impaired. ** Measurement according to EN ISO 2151:2004 and EN ISO 3744:1995 at 230V/50Hz and at ultimate vacuum with exhaust tube (ME 1C / MZ 1C) or with silencer (ME 1) at outlet. Gas inlet temperatures...
  • Page 24 24 of 96 Type ME 1 ME 1C Maximum pumping speed 0.4/ 0.5 50/60 Hz (ISO 21360) (0.7 / 0.85) Torr Ultimate vacuum (absolute) (mbar) (100) Rated motor power hp (kW) 0.054 (0.04) Maximum permissible range 100-120 V~ 50/60 Hz of supply voltage ( ±10% )
  • Page 25 page 25 of 96 Type MZ 1C Maximum pumping speed 0.44 / 0.53 50/60 Hz (ISO 21360) (0.75 / 0.9) Ultimate vacuum (absolute) Torr without gas ballast (mbar) (12) Ultimate vacuum (absolute) Torr with gas ballast (mbar) (20) Maximum permissible pressure 17.5 (absolute) at gas ballast valve (bar)

  • Page 26: Wetted Parts

    26 of 96 Wetted parts Components Wetted materials ME 1 ME 1C MZ 1C Housing cover Aluminum alloy (AlMgSi) Housing cover PTFE carbon PTFE carbon insert reinforced reinforced Head cover Aluminum alloy (AlMgSi) ETFE ETFE Diaphragm ETFE carbon ETFE carbon...
  • Page 27 27 of 96 ME 1 ME 1C...
  • Page 28 page 28 of 96 MZ 1C Only pumps with dual-voltage motor: Voltage selection switch: 1. Disconnect the electrical pow- er cord. 2. Use a screw driver to adjust the voltage selection switch at the terminal box of the pump to the supply voltage: ”115/120”...

  • Page 29: Use And Operation

    Inlet: Hose nozzle for tubing I.D. 3/8” (10 mm) (ME 1C, MZ 1C) or hose nozzle for tubing I.D. 1/4” / 3/8” (6/10 mm) (ME 1). Connect the vacuum line (e.g.,vacuum hose inlet I.D. 3/8” (DN 10 mm) at the inlet of the pump.
  • Page 30 page 30 of 96 • Reduce the transmission of vibration. Pre- vent mechanical load due to rigid pipelines. Insert elastic hoses or flexible elements as couplings between the pump and rigid pipes. Note: Flexible elements will compress or flatten when evacuated if not designed for use under vacuum.

  • Page 31: Connecting The Outlet

    Check the silencer regularly for permeability! In case, install a hose nozzle instead (*, see “Accessories / Spare parts”, pg. 38). Connecting an exhaust line at the pump outlet (ME 1): Unscrew the silencer and install a hose nozzle DN 10/6 mm (thread G1/8”).

  • Page 32: Electrical Connection

    page 32 of 96 ✘ Always install outlet tubing descending from the pump or provide other measures to avoid backflow of condensate towards the pump. ✔ Electrical connection Plug in the power cord. O ➨ I • Check the power source and the pump’s rating plate to be sure that the power source and the equipment match in voltage, phase, and frequency.

  • Page 33: On/Off Switch

    page 33 of 96 Changing the selection at the voltage se- lection switch: • Change the selection at the voltage se- lection switch only, if the pump is un- plugged from the power source. 1. Disconnect the electrical power cord. 2.

  • Page 34: During Operation

    page 34 of 96 During operation ➨ Vent and dispose of potentially dangerous gases or vapors at the outlet of the pump appropriately. + Due to the high compression ratio, the pump might generate overpressure at the outlet. Check pressure compatibility with system components (e.g., exhaust tubing or exhaust valve) at the outlet.
  • Page 35 page 35 of 96 • If the pump is installed at an altitude of more max. 6500 ft than 6500 ft (2000 m) above mean sea lev- (2000 m) el, check compatibility with applicable safety requirements, and adopt suitable measures. There is a risk of the motor overheating due to insufficient cooling.
  • Page 36 page 36 of 96 Avoid overheating (e.g., due to hot process gases). Maximum permissible temperature range: see “Gas inlet temperatures”, pg. 23. ✘ In case of overload, the motor is shut down by I ➨ O a self-hold thermal cutout in the winding. Note: Only manual reset is possible.

  • Page 37: Important Notes Regarding The Use Of Gas Ballast

    page 37 of 96 Important notes regarding the use of gas ballast Gas ballast is a continuous purge to keep the pump’s in- terior as clean as possible and to reduce the possibility of condensation inside the pump. ➨ Air and pumped media might react inside the pump or at the outlet of the pump and form hazardous or explo- sive mixtures, when you use air rather than inert gas for the gas ballast.

  • Page 38: Accessories / Spare Parts

    Under those conditions, a silencer must not be used. Upgrade possibilities: Kit ”Vacuum adjustment device” ....696842 with manometer for ME 1 Kit ”Vacuum adjustment device” ....696843 with manometer for ME 1C / MZ 1C...

  • Page 39: Troubleshooting

    100-230 V 50-60 Hz In-line valve VV-B 6C, VACUU•BUS ............674291 For additional accessories such as vacuum valves, small-flange components, vac- uum gauges or vacuum controllers refer to www.vacuubrand.com. Spare parts: Set of fuses (slow blow fuses 2.5A) ........... 636050 + 636051...
  • Page 40 page 40 of 96 Fault Possible cause Remedy ❑ Pump does not ➨ Leak in the tubing or ✔ Check pump directly - achieve its ultimate vacuum system? connect vacuum gauge vacuum or usual directly at pump inlet - pumping speed. then check connection, tubing and vacuum sys- tem if necessary.

  • Page 41: Replacing Diaphragms And Valves

    page 41 of 96 Replacing diaphragms and valves + Please read section ”Replacing diaphragms and valves” com- pletely before starting maintenance. The pictures may show other versions of pumps. This does not change the method of replacing diaphragms and valves. ➨...
  • Page 42 - Regular maintenance will improve the lifetime of the pump and also protect both users and the environment. Service kit for ME 1 / ME 1C ..............696874 (diaphragm, valves, diaphragm key) Service kit for MZ 1C ..................696876...
  • Page 43 - Torx driver T20 Additionally for MZ 1C: - protective gloves - 4 mm wide Allen key - slotted screwdriver ME 1 ➨ page 44 ME 1C ➨ page 54 MZ 1C (technical design 1) ➨ page 63 MZ 1C (technical design 2) ➨ page 73...
  • Page 44 44 of 96 ME 1 Position Component Position Component Housing cover Diaphragm Valves Diaphragm support disc Head cover Washers Housing Diaphragm clamping disc with square head screw Connecting rod...
  • Page 45 page 45 of 96...
  • Page 46 page 46 of 96 + Clean. 696874...
  • Page 47 page 47 of 96 + Pay attention to washers! Assemble same number and thick- ness.
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  • Page 49 page 49 of 96 + Pay attention to washers! Assemble same number and thick- ness.
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  • Page 51 page 51 of 96 + A: 1 - 4: hand-tight + B: 1 - 4: 2.2 ft.lbf (3 Nm)
  • Page 52 page 52 of 96 + 2.2 ft.lbf (3 Nm) Checking the ultimate vacuum ➨ A fter any intervention at the equipment (e.g., repair / maintenance) the ultimate vacuum of the pump has to be checked. Only if the pump achieves its specified ultimate vacuum, the pump’s leak rate is low enough to ensure that no explosive atmospheres will occur in the inte- rior of the equipment.
  • Page 53 page 53 of 96 If the pump does not achieve the ultimate vacuum: - Whenever the diaphragms and valves have been replaced, a break-in period of several hours is required before the pump achieves its ulti- mate vacuum. - In case of an unusual noise, switch off pump immediately and check clamping disc positions.
  • Page 54 page 54 of 96 ME 1C Position Component Position Component Housing cover Diaphragm Housing cover insert Diaphragm support disc Valves Washers Head cover Housing Connecting rod Diaphragm clamping disc with square head screw...
  • Page 55 page 55 of 96...
  • Page 56 page 56 of 96 + Clean. 696874...
  • Page 57 page 57 of 96 + Pay attention to washers! Assemble same number and thick- ness.
  • Page 58 page 58 of 96...
  • Page 59 page 59 of 96 + Pay attention to washers! Assemble same number and thick- ness.
  • Page 60 page 60 of 96...
  • Page 61 page 61 of 96 + A: 1 - 4: hand-tight + B: 1 - 4: 2.2 ft.lbf (3 Nm)
  • Page 62 page 62 of 96 + 2.2 ft.lbf (3 Nm) Checking the ultimate vacuum ➨ A fter any intervention at the equipment (e.g., repair / maintenance) the ultimate vacuum of the pump has to be checked. Only if the pump achieves its specified ultimate vacuum, the pump’s leak rate is low enough to ensure that no explosive atmospheres will occur in the inte- rior of the equipment.

  • Page 63: Mz 1C (Technical Design 1)

    page 63 of 96 MZ 1C (Technical design 1) (till serial number 39008900) Position Component Position Component Diaphragm clamping disc Gas ballast cap with square head screw Gas ballast tube Diaphragm Housing cover Diaphragm support disc Housing cover insert Washers Valves Housing Head cover...
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  • Page 65 page 65 of 96 + Clean.
  • Page 66 page 66 of 96 696876...
  • Page 67 page 67 of 96 + Pay attention to washers! Assemble same number and thick- ness.
  • Page 68 page 68 of 96 + Pay attention to washers! Assemble same number and thick- ness.
  • Page 69 page 69 of 96...
  • Page 70 page 70 of 96 + A: 1 - 4: hand-tight. + B: 1 - 4: 4.4 ft.lbf (6 Nm)
  • Page 71 page 71 of 96 + In case, seal with PTFE bond. + 2.2 ft.lbf (3 Nm)
  • Page 72 page 72 of 96 Checking the ultimate vacuum ➨ A fter any intervention at the equipment (e.g., repair / maintenance) the ultimate vacuum of the pump has to be checked. Only if the pump achieves its specified ultimate vacuum, the pump’s leak rate is low enough to ensure that no explosive atmospheres will occur in the inte- rior of the equipment.

  • Page 73: Mz 1C (Technical Design 2)

    page 73 of 96 MZ 1C (Technical design 2) (from serial number 39008901 as well as serial numbers 389473xx) Position Component Position Component Diaphragm clamping disc Gas ballast cap with square head screw Gas ballast tube Diaphragm Spring clip Diaphragm support disc Housing cover insert Washers Head cover pressure plate...
  • Page 74 page 74 of 96...
  • Page 75 page 75 of 96 2x 2...
  • Page 76 page 76 of 96...
  • Page 77 page 77 of 96 + Clean. 696876...
  • Page 78 page 78 of 96 + Pay attention to washers! Assemble same number and thick- ness.
  • Page 79 page 79 of 96 + Pay attention to washers! Assemble same number and thick- ness.
  • Page 80 page 80 of 96...
  • Page 81 page 81 of 96...
  • Page 82 page 82 of 96 + A: 1 - 4: hand-tight. + B: 1 - 4: 4.4 ft.lbf (6 Nm)
  • Page 83 page 83 of 96 Sharp edges! Risk of cutting!
  • Page 84 page 84 of 96 Sharp edges! Risk of cutting!
  • Page 85 page 85 of 96 + In case, seal with PTFE bond. + 2.2 ft.lbf (3 Nm) Checking the ultimate vacuum ➨ A fter any intervention at the equipment (e.g., repair / maintenance) the ultimate vacuum of the pump has to be checked. Only if the pump achieves its specified ultimate vacuum, the pump’s leak rate is low enough to ensure that no explosive atmospheres will occur in the inte- rior of the equipment.
  • Page 86 page 86 of 96 If the pump does not achieve the ultimate vacuum: - Whenever the diaphragms and valves have been replaced, a break-in period of several hours is required before the pump achieves its ulti- mate vacuum. - In case of an unusual noise, switch off pump immediately and check clamping disc positions.

  • Page 87: Replacing The Fuses

    page 87 of 96 Replacing the fuses ➨ Switch off the pump. ➨ Disconnect the electrical power cord before remov- ing the covers. After disconnecting from power, wait five seconds to allow the capacitors to discharge. + The replacing of the fuses has to be carried out by a trained electrician.
  • Page 88 page 88 of 96 636050 + 636051 + The pigtail fuses are integrated into wires ((1), black and blue) be- tween the power connection and the ON/Off switch. To replace the fuses it is necessary to replace both wires completely (fixed with flat pin bushings (2)).
  • Page 89 page 89 of 96 + 2.2 ft.lbf (3 Nm) Important: Check operability and safety of the pump after repair and after replacing the device fuses. Check the electrical safety (protective conductor resis- tance, insulating resistance, high voltage test) according to IEC 61010 and national regulations.

  • Page 90: Repair - Maintenance - Return - Calibration

    3 or 4. These devices cannot be checked, maintained or re- paired. Also decontaminated devices must not returned to VACUUBRAND due to a residual risk. The same conditions apply to on-site work. No repair, maintenance, return or calibration is possi- ble unless the correctly completed health and safety clearance form is returned.
  • Page 91 page 91 of 96 If you do not wish a repair on the basis of our quotation, the device may be returned to you disassembled and at your expense. In many cases, the components must be cleaned in the factory prior to repair. For cleaning we use an environmentally friendly water based process.

  • Page 92: Warranty

    92 of 96 Warranty VACUUBRAND shall be liable for insuring that this prod- uct, including any agreed installation, has been free of de- fects at the time of the transfer of risk. VACUUBRAND shall not be liable for the consequences...

  • Page 93: Health And Safety Clearance Form

    * Contact the VACUUBRAND service absolutely before dispatching the device. ** Devices which have been in contact with biological substances of risk level 3 or 4 cannot be checked, main- tained or repaired. Also decontaminated devices must not returned to VACUUBRAND due to a residual risk. ☐...

  • Page 94: Ec Declaration Of Conformity Of The Machinery

    Bevollmächtigter für die Zusammenstellung der technischen Unterlagen / Person authorised to compile the technical file / Personne autorisée à constituer le dossier technique: Dr. J. Dirscherl · VACUUBRAND GMBH + CO KG · Alfred-Zippe-Str. 4 · 97877 Wertheim · Germany Wertheim, 19.07.2016 .
  • Page 95 page 95 of 96 This certificate is only valid for pumps with the respec- tive mark (Licensed Test mark) on the pump rating plate.
  • Page 96 Alfred-Zippe-Str. 4 · 97877 Wertheim / Germany T +49 9342 808-0 · F +49 9342 808-5555 info@vacuubrand.com · www.vacuubrand.com VACUUBRAND GMBH + CO KG - Technology for Vacuum Systems - © 2016 VACUUBRAND GMBH + CO KG Printed in Germany Manual-no.: 999241 / 07/19/2016...

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