Introduction Scope of this manual This manual provides installation, operation and maintenance instructions for the Edwards XDS35i Scroll pump. You must use your pump as specified in this manual. Read this manual before you attempt to install and operate your pump.
The pump is air-cooled by a fan (3) mounted at the opposite end to the motor. The fan will run on for one minute after the pump is switched off. The XDS35i incorporates a thermal protection device that will stop the motor in the event of thermal overload e.g.
You must ensure that the XDS35i pump is suitable for your application. If you have any doubt about the suitability of the XDS35i pump for your application, refer to the Edwards guidelines on vacuum pump and vacuum system safety (see associated publications at the end of the contents list at the front of this manual).
Unpack and inspect WARNING Use suitable lifting equipment to move the XDS35i pump. The mass of the pump is approximately 48 kg. Remove all packing materials, remove the pump from its packing box, remove the protective covers from the inlet and outlet ports and inspect the pump.
If liquids that produce flammable vapours could be present in the pump foreline then the inert gas purge to the XDS35i should be left on all the time this liquid is present. Flammable liquids could be present in the foreline as a result of condensation or may be carried over from the process.
Wait one minute for capacitor discharge after disconnecting the power supply before working on the pump. The XDS35i pump is designed to require little user maintenance. Observe the following guidelines when carrying out maintenance on your pump: Ensure that maintenance is done by a suitably trained and supervised technician. Obey your local and national safety requirements.
2. Use a dry cloth and a soft brush to remove dirt and deposits from the fan cover. Replace the tip seals This instruction is applicable to the XDS35i replacement tip seal kit (contained in minor service kit, refer to Section 7.3.5) that must be fitted.
Dispose of the pump and any components from it safely in accordance with all local and national safety and environmental requirements. If this pump is to be returned to Edwards Vacuum Technology for disposal/ investigation. Particular care must be taken with components that have been contaminated with dangerous process substances.
Germany, Hong Kong, Italy, Japan, Korea, Switzerland, UK, USA and a world-wide network of distributors. The majority of these centres employ Service Engineers who have undergone comprehensive Edwards training courses. Order spare parts and accessories from your nearest Edwards company or distributor. When you order, state for each part required: Model and item number of your equipment.
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Complete the Declaration (HS2) and send it to Edwards before you dispatch the equipment. It is important to note that this declaration is for Edwards internal use only, and has no relationship to local, national or international transportation safety or environmental requirements.
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Read the Return of Edwards Equipment – Procedure (HS1) before you complete this Declaration • Contact Edwards to obtain a Return Authorisation Number and to obtain advice if you have any questions • Send this form to Edwards before you return your equipment as per the procedure in HS1...