Pfeiffer Vacuum HICUBE PRO Operating Instructions Manual

Pfeiffer Vacuum HICUBE PRO Operating Instructions Manual

Turbo pumping station
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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Translation of the original instructions
HICUBE PRO
Turbo pumping station

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  • Page 1 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Translation of the original instructions HICUBE PRO Turbo pumping station...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Table of contents About this manual ..........4 1.1 Validity.
  • Page 3 Spare parts HiCube Pro........
  • Page 4: About This Manual

    About this manual Validity This operating manual is for customers of Pfeiffer Vacuum. It describes the functioning of the designated product and provides the most important information for safe use of the unit. The description follows applicable EU guidelines. All information provided in this operating manual refers to the current state of the product's development.
  • Page 5: Pictographs

    About this manual 1.2.2 Pictographs Prohibition of an action or activity in connection with a source of danger, the disregarding of which may result in serious accidents Warning of a displayed source of danger in connection with operation of the unit or equipment Command to perform an action or task associated with a source of dan- ger, the disregarding of which may result in serious accidents Important information about the product or this document...
  • Page 6: Safety

    Safe operation after installation is the responsibility of the operator.  Do not independently modify or change the pump and electrical equipment.  Make sure that the system is integrated in an emergency off safety circuit.  Consult Pfeiffer Vacuum for special requirements. WARNING Danger of electric shock In case of defect, the parts connected to the mains supply are under voltage.
  • Page 7: Protective Equipment

    ● Only use the pumping station for creating vacuum. ● Only operate the pumping station as an entire unit. ● Only use the pumping station for evacuation of dry and inert gases; other applications only after consultation with Pfeiffer Vacuum.
  • Page 8: Improper Use

    Safety Improper use Improper use will cause all claims for liability and warranties to be forfeited. Improper use is defined as usage for purposes deviating from those mentioned above, especially: ● pumping of corrosive or explosive media ● pumping of condensing vapors ●...
  • Page 9: Transport And Storage

     Keep the original protective covers. 3.1.1 Transportation lock The backing pump of the pumping station HiCube Pro is secured against damage during transport .  Follow instructions concerning the installation location!  Before putting into operation loosen the backing pump's transportation lock device at the installation location.
  • Page 10: Product Description

    HiPace 700 HiPace 80 Pascal 2021 Duo 20 M ACP 15 Duo 11 M Pascal 2010 ACP 28 Feature HiCube Pro Operating instruc- tions HV flange DN 40 / DN 63 DN 100 DN 160 Turbopump HiPace 80 PT 0208 BN...
  • Page 11: Product Identification

    Product description Product identification 4.1.1 Product characteristics To correctly identify the product when communicating with Pfeiffer Vacuum, always have the information from the rating plate available. D-35614 Asslar HiCube Classic 115 - 230 V, 50/60 Hz Mod.: Wiring diagram PM 061...
  • Page 12: Range Of Application

    ● Water cooling (optional) In the case of excess temperature the electronic drive unit reduces the drive power au- tomatically. Range of application The pumping station HiCube Pro must be installed and operated in the following ambient conditions. Installation location weather protected (indoors)
  • Page 13: Installation

     Ensure sufficient cooling for the pumping station.  When magnetic fields exceed the approved values, a suitable shielding must be used. Check installation location and consult Pfeiffer Vacuum if needed!  The maximum permissible rotor temperature for the turbopump is 90 °C. If high tem- peratures arise for process reasons, the radiated heat input must not exceed the per- missible values.
  • Page 14: Connecting The High Vacuum Side

    2000 N per anchorage point. Connecting the high vacuum side The assembly of superstructures on the pumping station HiCube Pro is in the operator’s responsibility. The load capacity of the high vacuum flange is specific for the used tur- bopump.
  • Page 15: Connecting The Exhaust Side

     Connect the control leads to the electronic drive unit. Operation of the turbopump with the electronic drive unit separate The operation of the turbopump with a separated electronic drive unit is only possible using the respective Pfeiffer Vacuum accessories. 5.5.1 Connecting the high vacuum side ...
  • Page 16: Transportation Lock

    Transportation lock Turbo pumping stations of the HiCube Pro line are equipped with transportation lock for the backing pumps (see label). The transportation lock consists of two opposing knurled screws with spring suspension which fasten the backing pump's bottom plate.
  • Page 17: Connecting Accessories

     Do not introduce any additional energy into the pump (see p. 19, chap. 6.1). ● The air cooling serves to the cooling of Pfeiffer Vacuum turbopumps at ambient tem- peratures of max. + 35 °C.
  • Page 18: Connecting To The Mains Power Supply

    Installation Connect the transmitter appropriately (see operating instruction of the ActiveLine trans- mitter).  Open the cover of the casing for electronics. Fig. 7: HiCube Pro, running a measuring cable Display and control unit Measuring cable Measuring gauge Control casing ...
  • Page 19: Operation

    Pumping of gases with a higher molecular mass in the wrong gas mode can lead to de- struction of the pump.  Ensure the gas mode is correctly set.  Contact Pfeiffer Vacuum before using gases with a greater molecular mass (> 80). Operation modes The following operation modes are available:...
  • Page 20: Function Description

    LC display, illuminated LED "Operating display" Status symbols Operating keys  Consider the following manuals for the operation via Pfeiffer Vacuum display and con- trol units: ● Operating instructions "DCU" ● Operating instructions "Electronic drive unit"  Switch on the mains supply via the main switch.
  • Page 21: Operation With Gas Ballast Valve

    Operation HiCube with turbopump Switching Off threshold backing Switching On threshold backing and ACP pump [P:710] pump [P:711] HiPace 300 / TC 400 50 W 70 W HiPace 400 / TC 400 65 W 110 W HiPace 700 / TC 400 65 W 110 W Standby mode with rotary vane pumps...
  • Page 22: Operation With Fore-Vacuum Valve

    – The valve cross section for the venting rate of 15 hPa/s must be adapted to the size of the vacuum chamber. – For small vacuum chambers, use the Pfeiffer Vacuum venting valve.  Then vent with an additional venting valve of any desired size.
  • Page 23: Maintenance / Replacement

     Decontaminate affected parts before carrying out maintenance work. NOTICE Disclaimer of liability Pfeiffer Vacuum accepts no liability for personal injury or material damage, losses or op- erating malfunctions due to improperly performed maintenance. The liability and war- ranty entitlement expires.
  • Page 24: Preparatory Work

     For water cooling: Shut off the water supply. 7.2.2 Dismantling of the turbopump 10, 11, 14 60, 62 Fig. 10: HiCube Pro - turbopump connections (example) Power supply cable Control cable for air cooling DCU/TC interface cable Fore-vacuum connection, locking ring...
  • Page 25: Installing The Turbopump

    Tightening torque HiPace 80 Hexagon socket, M5x12 10 Nm HiPace 300 Hexagon socket, M8x20 30 Nm HiPace 400 Hexagon socket, M8x20 30 Nm HiPace 700 Hexagon socket, M8x20 30 Nm Table 3: Tightening torque for mounting turbopump for HiCube Pro...
  • Page 26: Changing The Operating Fluid

     Wear suitable protective clothing.  Use a suitable collecting vessel. 36.1 36.3 36.2 Fig. 12: Change of operating fluids for HiCube Pro with rotary vane pump Backing pump 36.2 Drain plug 36.1 Filler screw Operating fluid channel  Put a suitable container under the operating fluid duct.
  • Page 27: Decommissioning

     Check pumping station for contamination and moisture.  Clean the pumping station externally with a lint-free cloth and little industrial alcohol.  If necessary, have Pfeiffer Vacuum Service clean the pumping station completely.  Installation and commissioning in accordance with the operating instructions.
  • Page 28: Malfunctions

     Open the gas ballast valve at the backing pump. pressure ● Gas ballast valve open  Close the gas ballast valve at the backing pump. ● Please refer to the relevant operating manual for troubleshooting at pumping station components. ● For additional queries, contact Pfeiffer Vacuum Service.
  • Page 29: Service

    The following steps are necessary to ensure a fast, smooth servicing process:  Download the forms "Service Request" and "Declaration on Contamination".  Fill out the "Service Request" form and send it by fax or e-mail to your Pfeiffer Vacuum service address.
  • Page 30: Spare Parts Hicube Pro

    Spare parts HiCube Pro 11 Spare parts HiCube Pro Please also specify model number of the the rating plate when ordering accessories or spare parts. Refer to the operating manuals for the individual components. 12 Accessories Please also specify model number of the the rating plate when ordering accessories or spare parts.
  • Page 31: Technical Data

    Technical data 13 Technical data 13.1 General Basic principles for the Technical Data of Pfeiffer Vacuum Turbopumps: Maximum values refer exclusively to the input as a single load. ● Recommendations of PNEUROP committee PN5 ● ISO 21360; 2007: "Vacuum technology - Standard methods for measuring vacuum- pump performance - General description"...
  • Page 32: Hicube 80 Pro

    Technical data 13.2 HiCube 80 Pro 13.2.1 DN 40 ISO-KF Parameter HiCube 80 Pro HiCube 80 Pro HiCube 80 Pro HiCube 80 Pro HiCube 80 Pro HiCube 80 Pro Flange (in) DN 40 ISO-KF DN 40 ISO-KF DN 40 ISO-KF DN 40 ISO-KF DN 40 ISO-KF DN 40 ISO-KF...
  • Page 33: Hicube 300 Pro

    Technical data 13.3 HiCube 300 Pro 13.3.1 DN 100 ISO-K Parameter HiCube 300 HiCube 300 HiCube 300 HiCube 300 HiCube 300 HiCube 300 Flange (in) DN 100 ISO-K DN 100 ISO-K DN 100 ISO-K DN 100 ISO-K DN 100 ISO-K DN 100 ISO-K Flange (out) G 1/2"...
  • Page 34: Hicube 400 Pro

    Technical data 13.4 HiCube 400 Pro 13.4.1 DN 100 ISO-K Parameter HiCube 400 HiCube 400 HiCube 400 HiCube 400 HiCube 400 HiCube 400 Flange (in) DN 100 ISO-K DN 100 ISO-K DN 100 ISO-K DN 100 ISO-K DN 100 ISO-K DN 100 ISO-K Flange (out) G 1/2"...
  • Page 35: Hicube 700 Pro

    Technical data 13.5 HiCube 700 Pro 13.5.1 DN 160 ISO-K Parameter HiCube 700 HiCube 700 HiCube 700 HiCube 700 HiCube 700 HiCube 700 Flange (in) DN 160 ISO-K DN 160 ISO-K DN 160 ISO-K DN 160 ISO-K DN 160 ISO-K DN 160 ISO-K Flange (out) G 1/2"...
  • Page 36: Dimensions

    Dimensions 14 Dimensions Dimensions HiCube 80 Pro HiCube 80 Pro HiCube 80 Pro Flange DN 40 ISO-KF DN 63 ISO-K DN 63 CF-F 680 mm 671 mm 676 mm 158 mm 149 mm 155 mm Dimensions HiCube 300 Pro HiCube 300 Pro Flange DN 100 ISO-K DN 100 CF-F...
  • Page 37: Declaration Of Conformity

    ● Machinery 2006/42/EC (Annex II, no. 1 A) ● Electromagnetic Compatibility 2014/30/EU The agent responsible for compiling the technical documentation is Mr. Helmut Bern- hardt, Pfeiffer Vacuum GmbH, Berliner Straße 43, 35614 Aßlar. HiCube HiCube Pro Harmonised standards and national standards and specifications which have been ap-...
  • Page 38 VACUUM SOLUTIONS FROM A SINGLE SOURCE Pfeiffer Vacuum stands for innovative and custom vacuum solutions worldwide, technological perfection, competent advice and reliable service. COMPLETE RANGE OF PRODUCTS From a single component to complex systems: We are the only supplier of vacuum technology that provides a complete product portfolio.

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