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B800-00-880 Issue D Original Instruction Manual nEXT Turbomolecular Pumps nEXT240, nEXT300 and nEXT400 Description Item Number nEXT240D B812XXXXX nEXT240T B813XXXXX nEXT300D B822XXXXX nEXT300T B823XXXXX nEXT400D B832XXXXX nEXT400T B833XXXXX...
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Crawley, West Sussex, RH10 9LW, UK declare under our sole responsibility, as manufacturer and person within the EU authorised to assemble the technical file, that the product(s)* B812 XXXXX nEXT 240D B813 XXXXX nEXT 240T B822 XXXXX nEXT 300D B823 XXXXX...
Introduction Scope and definitions This manual provides installation, operation and maintenance instructions for Edwards nEXT Turbomolecular Pumps. The pumps must be used as specified in this manual. Read this manual before installing and operating the pumps. Important safety information is highlighted as WARNING and CAUTION instructions; these instructions must be obeyed.
The controller controls the electrical supply to the pump with the exception of standby speed control. It has no manual controls and can only be operated through the logic interface. To operate the nEXT pump, connect it to the customer control equipment and power supply or, alternatively, use the Edwards TIC Turbo Instrument Controller or TIC Turbo Controller.
1.4.5 Automatic vent options An Edwards TAV vent valve can be connected directly to the nEXT pump’s controller. The controller is capable of providing a number of different venting options. The drive electronics can control the rate of venting. Using this feature the pump can be vented from full rotational speed in a controlled manner that will not damage the pump bearings.
The simple parallel interface is a quick and easy way to control the pump. This is the same interface used on existing 24 V Edwards Turbo Pumps. The controls that are available to use are start and standby. The system status can be monitored using the normal, fail and analogue output signals.
To configure the nEXT pump, either use a customer simple serial system or use the Edwards TIC Turbo Controller or Turbo Instrument Controller. The TICs have a feature which allows storage of a nEXT pump’s configuration. The configuration can then be downloaded to another nEXT pump.
B800-00-880 Issue D Electrical data nEXT pumps can be driven either by the customer system or by the Edwards TIC Turbo Instrument Controller or TIC Turbo Controller. If using the customer system, the size of the power supply required depends on the application. The power limit setting determines how quickly the pump ramps up and dictates the size of the power supply required.
This will ensure that the pump cannot operate accidentally causing injury. Edwards recommends leak testing the system after installation has been completed. Figure 10 - Typical pumping system with a nEXT pump 1.
complement of bolts to connect the inlet flange of the pump to the vacuum system. If the pump has an ISO flange, use the Edwards combination inlet screen/trapped O-ring supplied with the pump and use a minimum of four claw clamps (each torqued to 30 Nm) to connect the inlet flange of the pump to the vacuum system.
Earth the pump using the connection provided and refer to Section 3.5.2. The nEXT pump can be operated using the Edwards TIC Turbo Instrument Controller or TIC Turbo Controller (refer to Section 3.5.3). The nEXT pump can also be controlled using the customer system. Refer to Section 3.5.4...
Connect the logic interface to the TIC If an Edwards TIC Turbo Instrument Controller or a TIC Turbo Controller is used to power and control the pump, the nEXT pump logic interface cable connects directly into the back of the TIC. Refer to the TIC Instruction Manual for further information.
To send a serial message, first activate serial enable. This is achieved by linking the serial enable input signal (pin 5) to pin 2 of the customer logic interface mating half. Edwards recommends incorporating this link into the serial communications cable so that the serial enable is only activated when the serial cable is connected. When the cable is removed, serial enable will become inactive.
A manual vent valve is supplied with the nEXT pump. It is not possible to accurately control the rate of pressure rise using the manual vent valve so take care not to open it too quickly. Edwards recommends that the manual vent valve is opened only after the pump speed has fallen to 50% of full rotational speed.
- this is known as a delayed start. If the nEXT pump is being controlled with an Edwards TIC Turbo and Instrument Controller or TIC Turbo Controller, the TAV solenoid valve can be driven from the TIC. Refer to the TIC Instruction Manuals for more information.
(60 cfm). The air cooler can be powered by a customer external power supply, the Edwards TIC Turbo and Instrument Controller, the TIC Turbo Controller or the nEXT Controller. It cannot be powered by the controller if a TAV solenoid valve is already connected to the controller.
The nEXT pump can be configured using the customer serial system. Section 4.1 details the commands that will be needed to configure the controller. Alternatively, use the Edwards TIC Turbo and Instrument Controller or TIC Turbo Controller. Further information regarding this is detailed in Section 4.2.
Once multi-drop mode is disabled, the pump will no longer respond to multi-drop commands. Configuring the nEXT pump using a TIC The nEXT pump can be configured using the Edwards TIC Turbo and Instrument Controller or TIC Turbo Controller. Refer to Section 3.5.3.
Operation with a TIC For operation with an Edwards Turbo Instrument Controller or TIC Turbo Controller, the nEXT pump can be connected directly to this type of unit, which will provide the power necessary to drive the nEXT pump. Instructions on the setup and operation with the TIC or TIC Turbo Controller can be found on CD ROM part number D397-00-879 which is supplied with the TIC or TIC Turbo Controller.
The controller will signal a fail condition if over-speed has been detected. If the pump appears to be running at over-speed, switch it off and consult Edwards or the supplier. 4.9.4...
Heating the pump will also prevent condensation of vapours inside the pump. The Edwards BX bakeout band may be used to heat the pump (refer to Section 7.4). Fit the appropriate band around the pump, just below the CF inlet flange.
The fatigue life of nEXT Turbomolecular pump rotors is typically 40,000 to 50,000 cycles. As a precautionary measure, Edwards recommends that pumps are returned for a major service (rotor replacement) after 20,000 cycles of acceleration to full speed and back to a stop, or after ten years of use, whichever occurs first.
If the nEXT pump is contaminated inside, it may not be possible to achieve the specified ultimate vacuum or pump- down time may increase. The pump should be returned to an Edwards Service Centre where the pump will be dismantled and cleaned.
In this case, try cycling the power. If cycling the power does not clear the indication, a software download will be required. Contact the supplier or Edwards. If the alarm LED is flashing, identify the error flash code and consult Table There is a sufficient off period between each subsequent cycle repetition to clearly mark the start of a new flash sequence.
B800-00-880 Issue D Storage and disposal CAUTION Use of non-Edwards spares may result in reduced reliability and performance and will invalidate your warranty. Storage Use the following procedure to store the pump. 1. Place protective covers over the inlet, outlet, interstage (for the ‘i’ nEXT only), purge, booster (for the ‘T’ nEXT only) and vent ports.
7.2.2 Bearing and oil cartridge on-site maintenance The oil cartridge and bearing of the nEXT pump can be serviced on-site by any service engineer trained by Edwards. The following service tool kits and service parts are available, Table 32 - Service tool kits...