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KNF Laboport N820 Operating Instruction

Chemically-resistant laboratory pumps with modular accessories laboport systems sr series; sh series; sc series; scc series
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Chemically-resistant Laboratory Pumps
Operating Instructions
for Laboratory Pumps N810, N820, N840, N842
and for LABOPORT Systems SR..., SH..., SC..., SCC...
Operating Instructions
Vacuum-Controller NC800 / NBC800
KNF 121722-121728 02/10
Translation of original Operating Instructions, english
LABOPORT
with Modular Accessories
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  • Page 1 LABOPORT ® Chemically-resistant Laboratory Pumps with Modular Accessories Operating Instructions for Laboratory Pumps N810, N820, N840, N842 and for LABOPORT Systems SR..., SH…, SC…, SCC… Operating Instructions Vacuum-Controller NC800 / NBC800 KNF 121722-121728 02/10 Translation of original Operating Instructions, english...
  • Page 2 KNF Neuberger UK Ltd Ave 2, Station Lane Ind Est, Witney, Oxfordshire, OX28 4FA, UK Tel: +44 (0) 1993 778373 Fax: +44 (0)1993 775148 E-Mail: info@knf.co.uk www.knf.co.uk...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    8.3. Notices related to System Operation 8.3.1. Separators 8.3.2. High Performance Condenser 35 8.3.3. Vacuum Controller 8.3.4. Gas Ballast 9. Servicing 9.1. Servicing Schedule 9.2. Cleaning 9.2.1. Flushing Pump 9.2.2. Cleaning Pump Translation of original Operating Instructions, english, KNF 121211-121345 01/10...

  • Page 4: About This Document

     An activity to be carried out (a step) is specified here. 1. The first step of an activity to be carried out is specified here. Additional, consecutively numbered steps follow. This symbol refers to important information. Translation of original Operating Instructions, english, KNF 121211-121345 01/10...

  • Page 5: Use

    The pump/the system must not be used to create vacuum and overpressure simultaneously. An overpressure must not be applied to the suction side of the pump/ the system. Translation of original Operating Instructions, english, KNF 121211-121345 01/10...

  • Page 6: Safety

    If necessary, consider any external sources of energy, such as radiation, that may add heat to the medium. In case of doubt, consult the KNF customer service. Environmental protection Store all replacement parts in a protected manner and dispose of them properly in accordance with the applicable environmental protection regulations.
  • Page 7 II  the pollution degree 2 Customer service and Only have repairs to the pump/system carried out by the KNF repairs Customer Service responsible. Only authorized personnel should open those parts of the housing that contain live electrical parts.

  • Page 8: System Overview

    15 Holder for Separator 16 Support for vacuum control- 17 Baseplate 18 Vacuum pump 19 On/off switch of pump Fig. 2: Full expanded LABOPORT System SCC..., for example pump model N 840.3 FT.18 (symbolic) Translation of original Operating Instructions, english, KNF 121211-121345 01/10...
  • Page 9 Electrical supply unit 1 vacuum controller 2 vacuum controllers Tab. 2 Each pump and all systems can be expanded modularly up to a full system SCC… (see chapter 7.7, page 28). Translation of original Operating Instructions, english, KNF 121211-121345 01/10...

  • Page 10: Technical Data

    Maximum permitted mains +/- 10 % +/- 10 % +/- 10 % voltage fluctuation Fuse pump 1.25 (2x) T [A] Protection class motor IP44 Tab. 4 * Liters in standard state (1,013 mbar) Translation of original Operating Instructions, english, KNF 121211-121345 01/10...
  • Page 11 Maximum permitted mains +/- 10 % +/- 10 % +/- 10 % voltage fluctuation Fuse pump 3.15 (2x) T [A] Protection class motor IP44 Tab. 5 * Liters in standard state (1,013 mbar) Translation of original Operating Instructions, english, KNF 121211-121345 01/10...
  • Page 12 +/- 10 % +/- 10 % +/- 10 % voltage fluctuation Fuse pump 3.15 (2x) T [A] Protection class motor IP44 Tab. 6 * Liters in standard state (1,013 mbar)N 810.3 FT.18 Translation of original Operating Instructions, english, KNF 121211-121345 01/10...
  • Page 13 Maximum permitted mains +/- 10 % +/- 10 % +/- 10 % voltage fluctuation Fuse pump 1.25 (2x) T [A] Protection class motor IP44 Tab. 7 *Liters in standard state (1,013 mbar) Translation of original Operating Instructions, english, KNF 121211-121345 01/10...
  • Page 14 Maximum permitted mains +/- 10 % +/- 10 % +/- 10 % voltage fluctuation Fuse pump 3.15 (2x) T [A] Protection class motor IP44 Tab. 8 *Liters in standard state (1,013 mbar) Translation of original Operating Instructions, english, KNF 121211-121345 01/10...
  • Page 15 Maximum permitted mains +/- 10 % +/- 10 % +/- 10 % voltage fluctuation Fuse pump 3.15 (2x) T [A] Protection class motor IP44 Tab. 9 *Liters in standard state (1,013 mbar) Translation of original Operating Instructions, english, KNF 121211-121345 01/10...
  • Page 16 Maximum permitted mains +/- 10 % +/- 10 % +/- 10 % voltage fluctuation Fuse pump 3.15 (2x) T [A] Protection class motor IP44 Tab. 10 *Liters in standard state (1,013 mbar) Translation of original Operating Instructions, english, KNF 121211-121345 01/10...

  • Page 17: Electrical Supply Unit

    * includes the power consumption of the whole system (inclusive pump and vacuum controller); for pumps N 840.1.2 FT.18 and N 842.3 FT.18 power consumption raises by approx. 50 W. 5.3. Vacuum Controller See Operating Manual of the vacuum controller. Translation of original Operating Instructions, english, KNF 121211-121345 01/10...

  • Page 18: Vacuum Systems

    Operating parameters of coolant (only for high performance condensers) Permissible pressure [bar g] Permissible temperature - 15 °C to + 20 °C Condenser connectors For tube 8mm ID Tab. 13 Translation of original Operating Instructions, english, KNF 121211-121345 01/10...

  • Page 19: Design And Function

    (1). The transfer chamber (3) is hermetically separated from the pump drive (7) by the diaphragm. Translation of original Operating Instructions, english, KNF 121211-121345 01/10...

  • Page 20: Separator

    On the suction side the separator collects particular matter and droplets. This protects the pump from contamination. The separator is made of a specially treated glass and features implosion protection. Translation of original Operating Instructions, english, KNF 121211-121345 01/10...

  • Page 21: High Performance Condenser

    The condensate is collected in a glass flask. The flask is attached to the condenser flange with a clamp. The condensation tempera- ture is maintained by running cold water or recirculated coolant through the condenser. Translation of original Operating Instructions, english, KNF 121211-121345 01/10...

  • Page 22: Vacuum Controller

    If one of the two vacuum values falls below the hysteresis range, the pump will switch back on. Refer to the vacuum controller’s operating instructions for more information. Translation of original Operating Instructions, english, KNF 121211-121345 01/10...

  • Page 23: Installation, Mounting And Connection

    3. Lay the suction and pressure line at a downward angle to prevent condensate from running into the pump. 4. Insert the power cable’s plug into a properly installed shockproof socket. Translation of original Operating Instructions, english, KNF 121211-121345 01/10...

  • Page 24: Baseplate

    3. Place the glass separators into the holders. Laying hoses: depending on system configuration see chapter 7.7.1 (system SR), 7.7.2 (system SH), 7.7.3 (system SC), 7.7.4 (system SCC) or 7.7.5 (retrofitting from system SC to system SCC). Translation of original Operating Instructions, english, KNF 121211-121345 01/10...

  • Page 25: High Performance Condenser

    Allen key 4 mm Allen key 5 mm Tab. 16 Mounting the electrical supply unit 1. Slide the electrical supply unit (see fig. 8/4) with both tightening nuts into the baseplate’s lateral slotted bar. Translation of original Operating Instructions, english, KNF 121211-121345 01/10...
  • Page 26 8. Make sure power switches on the pump and on the vacuum controller(s) are switched off. 9. Insert the electrical supply unit`s system power cord plug into a shockproof socket. Translation of original Operating Instructions, english, KNF 121211-121345 01/10...
  • Page 27 1. Connect the coolant valve to the coolant supply. 2. Insert the coolant valve’s plug into the vacuum controller’s VV1 socket (see fig. 10/3). See fig. 16, page 29 for coolant inlet and outlet. Translation of original Operating Instructions, english, KNF 121211-121345 01/10...

  • Page 28: Gas Ballast

    Fig. 13: Mounting the gas ballast 7.7. Mounting of Systems The displayed system tube configuration is for two-headed pumps only. Contact KNF Service for information about laying tubes for one-headed pumps and pumps with aluminum heads (“A” in the type designation). 7.7.1. System SR The system SR consists of: ...

  • Page 29: System Sh

     Make sure that the coolant valve is mounted Fig. 16: Coolant supply of high between the coolant supply and the coolant inlet performance condenser port of high performance condenser. WARNING 1 Coolant inlet 2 Coolant outlet Translation of original Operating Instructions, english, KNF 121211-121345 01/10...

  • Page 30: System Sc

    WARNING 6. Wire and connect with each other the electrical supply unit and the vacuum controller (see chapter 7.5, page 21). Translation of original Operating Instructions, english, KNF 121211-121345 01/10...

  • Page 31: System Scc

    WARNING 6. Wire and connect with each other the electrical supply unit and the vacuum controller (see chapter 7.5, page 21). Translation of original Operating Instructions, english, KNF 121211-121345 01/10...

  • Page 32: Retrofitting From System Sc To System Scc

    6. Lay hoses for system (see fig. 19). Fig. 19: Tubing system SCC 7. Wire and connect with each other the electrical supply unit and the vacuum controller (see chapter 7.5, page 25). Translation of original Operating Instructions, english, KNF 121211-121345 01/10...

  • Page 33: Operation

     Make sure the pumps are used properly (see chapter 2.1, page 5).  Make sure the pumps are not used improperly (see chapter 2.2, page 5).  Observe the safety precautions (see chapter 3, page 6). Translation of original Operating Instructions, english, KNF 121211-121345 01/10...
  • Page 34  Attempt work on the pump or system only if the pump/system is separated from mains power. Translation of original Operating Instructions, english, KNF 121211-121345 01/10...

  • Page 35: Switching Pump/System On And Off

    1. Loosen the both allen screws at the foot of the high perform- ance condenser. 2. Remove the high performance condenser’s clamp assembly in the support mounting slot. 3. Retighten the allen screws. Translation of original Operating Instructions, english, KNF 121211-121345 01/10...

  • Page 36: Vacuum Controller

    If the gas ballast valve is open the maximum achievable vac- closed uum level is reduced. The gas ballast is adjusted with the button (see fig. 20). open Fig. 20: Gas ballast operating knob Translation of original Operating Instructions, english, KNF 121211-121345 01/10...

  • Page 37: Servicing

    1. Carefully remove the spring clamp (fig. 2/10) while supporting the flask (fig. 2/11). 2. Empty and clean the flask – observing safety precautions. 3. Re-connect the flask to the condenser and replace the spring clamp. Translation of original Operating Instructions, english, KNF 121211-121345 01/10...

  • Page 38: Changing Diaphragm And Valve Plates/Sealings

    Depending on the substance transferred, caustic burns or poisoning are possible. WARNING  Wear protective clothing if necessary, e.g. protective gloves.  Flush pump before replacing the diaphragm and valve plates/sealings (see chapter 9.2.1, page 37). Translation of original Operating Instructions, english, KNF 121211-121345 01/10...
  • Page 39 4. Screw in the new diaphragm and tighten it by hand. 5. With a two-headed pump: Complete steps 1 through 4 for the second pump head. Fig. 22: Changing structured diaphragm Translation of original Operating Instructions, english, KNF 121211-121345 01/10...
  • Page 40 9. For two-headed pumps: Refit the pneumatic head connection: Place tube onto the connecting part of the angle fitting, turn angle fitting to a straight position and tighten the union nut. Translation of original Operating Instructions, english, KNF 121211-121345 01/10...
  • Page 41 LABOPORT Pumps and Systems Servicing Final steps 1. Remount the pump to the baseplate (if applicable). 2. Reconnect suction and pressure line to the pump. 3. Reconnect the pump to the electricity supply. Translation of original Operating Instructions, english, KNF 121211-121345 01/10...

  • Page 42: Troubleshooting

     Remove the jamming parts and particles. Head parts are soiled.  Clean head components. Diaphragm or valve  Replace diaphragm and valve plates/sealings, plates/sealings are worn. (see chapter 9.3, page 38). Translation of original Operating Instructions, english, KNF 121211-121345 01/10...

  • Page 43: System With One Vacuum Controller

    Solid particles in the pump vent  Clean pump vent valve. valve Condensate in pump head  Let the pumpe run to the ultimate vacuum (Drying Mode, see Operating Manual of Vacuum Controller). Tab. 30 Translation of original Operating Instructions, english, KNF 121211-121345 01/10...
  • Page 44 Vacuum Controller shows unrealistic values Cause Fault remedy The factory-set pressure  Contact KNF (see page 47). equalization has changed. Sensor is defective  Contact KNF (see page 47). Tab. 34 Translation of original Operating Instructions, english, KNF 121211-121345 01/10...

  • Page 45: System With Two Vacuum Controllers

    10.4. Fault cannot be rectified If you are unable to determine any of the specified causes, send the pump to KNF Customer Service (see page 47 for the address). 1. Flush the pump to free the pump head of dangerous or ag- gressive gases (see chapter 9.2.1, page 37).

  • Page 46: Ordering Information

    Vacuum chemical tubing for pneu- X 028187 matic connection** (yard ware***) Tab. 37 * For retrofitting from system SC to SCC ** Material: Norprene A60G *** Please specify the required length (in whole meters). Translation of original Operating Instructions, english, KNF 121211-121345 01/10...

  • Page 47: Decontamination Declaration

    LABOPORT Pumps and Systems Decontamination Declaration 12. Decontamination Declaration The condition for the repair of a pump by KNF is the certifica- tion of the customer on the transferred media and on the cleaning of the pump (decontamination declaration).  Copy this page.
  • Page 49 INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGY WORLDWIDE Operating Manual NC 800/NBC 800 Vacuum Controller for Laboratories Carefully study the Operating Instructions and observe at all times the relevant instructions to avoid dangerous situations. KNF 121205-121650 02/10 Translation of original Operating Instructions, english...
  • Page 50 9 Cleaning gas connection/Aeration Vacuum System Vacuum Valves 10 Coolant valve (accessory) 4 Vacuum valve 11 Cooling water tubing 5 Venting valve (internal) Fig. 1: Arrangement of vacuum controller in vacuum system Translation of original Operating Instructions, english, KNF 121205-121650 02/10...

  • Page 51: Explanation Of Display Elements

    Changing of pressure unit see section 6. · Connect Vacuum Controller electri- cally LED for pressure display in torr section 1.4 ½ Changing of pressure unit see » Connect Vacuum Controller pneu- section 6. Translation of original Operating Instructions, english, KNF 121205-121650 02/10...

  • Page 52: Shutdown

    In addi- t [min] tion, for post distillation the pressure setpoint can be lowered precisely Fig. 5: Controlling profile in manual mode: Controlled pressure reduction according to a pre-set time. Translation of original Operating Instructions, english, KNF 121205-121650 02/10...

  • Page 53: Setting Values

    Press the SET key four times. ½ SET-key: Mode, pressure setpoint and actual pressure are displayed. Changing readings in this order: » Press the STOP key to finish. Pressure setpoint Pressure differential h pressure reduction d Translation of original Operating Instructions, english, KNF 121205-121650 02/10...

  • Page 54: Temporary Mode

    Press the STOP key to finish the times. ration. evacuation. Once contact is released from ½ The "mbar" displays functions the UP key the system will eva- Translation of original Operating Instructions, english, KNF 121205-121650 02/10...
  • Page 55 STOP key however not until the first boiling (and possibly changing the d and t Input post distillation time (min) point has been achieved. values), the AUTO key has to be Translation of original Operating Instructions, english, KNF 121205-121650 02/10...

  • Page 56: Changing Of Pressure Unit

    Tel: +44 (0)1993 778373 Fax: +44 (0)1993 775148 LABOBASE ® Systems E-mail: info@knf.co.uk ³ All workstations together demand www.knf.co.uk a flow rate that exceeds the capa- Translation of original Operating Instructions, english, KNF 121205-121650 02/10...

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