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Operating Instructions and follow the information so as to ensure optimum and safe working right from the start. The Oerlikon Leybold Vacuum TURBOVAC SL 80 has been designed for safe and efficient operation when used properly and in accordance with these Operating Instructions.
Contact Oerlikon Leybold Vacuum first before planning to operate the pump without air cooling. Also water cooled pumps need cooling air for the frequency converter.
Fig. 1.1 Examples of SL 80 Description The TURBOVAC SL 80 is a wide range turbomolecular pump designed to evacuate vacuum chambers down to pressure levels in the high vacuum range. It is suitable for pumping air and clean gases. The TURBO.DRIVE 400 frequency converter and a forevacuum pump are required for its operation.
Remove the equipment from the transportation box and keep the packaging. Make sure that the product has not been damaged during transportation. If Keep the packaging this unit is damaged contact your carrier and inform Oerlikon Leybold Vacuum if necessary. For storage of the product, use the packaging pro- vided.
Both pump and frequency converter are intended for being operated within closed rooms. The use of any accessories which have not been specified by Oerlikon Leybold Vacuum is only allowed after approval by Oerlikon Leybold Vacuum. 3.1.1 Non-conforming utilization...
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If several turbomolecular pumps are installed to the vacuum chamber of the Vibration influence same system, there is the risk of interference (vibration interference between the pumps). If such a risk exists please contact Oerlikon Leybold Vacuum Application Support. The standard mounting arrangement for the pump is adequate to ensure Earthquake protection earthquake protection.
Nos. see Section 1.5. The pump must be operated with the air cooling unless you have an NOTICE agreement from Oerlikon Leybold Vacuum for different operation. Air cooling When installing air cooled pumps within a system ensure that sufficient quan- tities of fresh air are freely available.
Operation Operation Media compatibility / purge gas The TURBOVAC SL 80 is suitable for pumping air and clean gases. If reactive gases in low concentrations must be pumped operate the pump with purge gas. We would be glad to consult with you as regards the media which can safely be handled with this unit.
Section 1.5 Accessories). I by a start command via the interface; see Section 4.3. I For the power supply units offered or recommended by Oerlikon Leybold Vacuum: If the contacts 7 and 8 at the REMOTE (X1) connector are closed the pump starts automatically when the DC voltage is switched on (provided parameter 12 is set to 0).
I via contacts 7 and 8 of the socket REMOTE (X1), if parameter 12 = 0. I apply a stop command via the interface, if parameter 12 = 1 or 2. I for the power supply units offered or recommended by Oerlikon Leybold Vacuum switch off the DC voltage.
Pack the pump so that it cannot be damaged during shipping and storage. Pay particular attention to protection for the flanges and the electrical plug. Observe the instructions in Section 5.2 if you forward the pump to Oerlikon Leybold Vacuum.
We recommend an exchange of the rotor unit after 80,000 operating hours at the latest. Such maintenance work can only be done by the Oerlikon Leybold Vacuum Service. If required contact the Oerlikon Leybold Vacuum service center nea- rest to your location. You can find the address on our internet page www.oerlikon.com.
A copy of the form has been reproduced at the end of these Operating Form Instructions: “Declaration of Contamination for Compressors, Vacuum Pumps and Components”. Another suitable form is available from www.oerlikon.com → Oerlikon Leybold Vacuum → Documentation → Download Documents. Attach the form to the equipment or enclose it with the equipment.