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- Page 1 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Translation of the original instructions OKTA 18000 Roots Pump...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of contents Table of contents About this manual ..........3 1.1 Validity. -
Page 3: 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 4 About this manual Pictographs Prohibition of an action to avoid any risk of accidents, 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 Instructions in the...
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Page 5: Safety
Installation and operation of accessories Pfeiffer Vacuum pumps can be equipped with a series of adapted accessories. The in- stallation, operation and maintenance of connected devices are described in detail in the operating instructions of the individual components. -
Page 6: Proper Use
● Installation, operating and maintenance regulations must be complied with. ● Other accessories, than those described in this manual, must not be used without the agreement of Pfeiffer Vacuum. ● Only use the standard lubricants for applications with oxygen concentration ≤ 21 %. -
Page 7: Storage
Transport and storage Fig. 1: Transporting the pump Look for transportation damage when receiving the pump. Use only a forklift to transport pump packed on pallet. Unpack pump and undo screws on transport container. Reuse the transport container of the vacuum pump. –... -
Page 8: Product Description
Product description Product identification To ensure reliable identification of the product, always keep all of the information on the rating plate to hand, and use it when communicating with Pfeiffer Vacuum: ● Pump model and model number ● Serial number ●... - Page 9 Product description Pump types Pump type Pump designs Okta 18000 Pump in standard version: ● Standard motor ● Vacuum flange: DIN 400 PN 10 ● Fore-vacuum flange: vertical DIN 400 PN 10, horizontal DIN ISO 320 ISO-F ● Connections for sealing gas inlet and gear chamber extraction ●...
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Page 10: Function
33.1/33.2 Vacuum flange Lubricant drain screw 18.1 Finned tube cooler (only for (2x) the Okta 25000) Fore-vacuum flange Sight glass (2x) Blank flanges for mounting Lubricant filler screw (2x) the overflow valve (option) Oiler Fig. 3: Roots pump Okta 18000... -
Page 11: Installation
NOTICE Use approved operating fluids only! The use of operating fluids that have not been approved by Pfeiffer Vacuum shall result in a limited warranty. In such cases, it is not possible to guarantee that product-specific performance data will be achieved. - Page 12 Installation max. min. Fig. 4: Filling with lubricant Screw in lubricant filler screws 15. Check lubricant level when the pump is running at operating temperature in final vac- uum: – Fill level during operation: as per the sight glass image. –...
- Page 13 Installation Sealant reservoir Cooling water connection Sealant drain Sight glass Sealant filler socket 30.1 Sealant circuit, supply line 30.2 Sealant circuit, return line Blank screw coupling 125 Shaft sealing housing 130 Cover 335.1 Lubricant drain screw 30.2 30.1 125/ 335.1 Fig.
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Page 14: Connecting The Vacuum Side
Installation Connecting the vacuum side WARNING Exposed, rotating rolling pistons! Fingers and hands can become crushed when the intake flange is open. Keep all body parts out of operating range of the rolling pistons. Use a wooden handle to rotate the rolling pistons during cleaning. ... - Page 15 Installation DANGER Voltage-bearing elements Danger to life from electric shock. The electrical connection can be carried out only by trained and authorised electri- cians. Disconnect the power supply and secure it against being switched back on. Ensure the system is adequately earthed. NOTICE Excess voltage! Danger of destroying the motor.
- Page 16 Installation W2 U2 U1 V1 Fig. 7: Motor coil and connecting plate of Star Connection (for high voltage) Visual inspection of the direction of rotation Check the direction of rotation of the pump after switching on for the first time: –...
- Page 17 Installation Control voltage OFF button ON button RESET button, external Contactor F1 - F3 F1 ... F4 Fuses T1... T3 PTC resistor sensor Tripping indicator Motor, 3-phase Only for devices with two relay outputs AC 220 ... 240 V Only for MSR type Only for order no.: P 4768 051 FQ T1...T3...
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Page 18: Connecting Accessories
Installation Connecting accessories The following accessories are not included in the delivery, and can be ordered separate- Sealing gas connec- The evacuation of high-boiling media (e.g. solvents) can be damaging to the lubricant. Damage can be avoided by letting in sealing gas (process-specifically) into the shaft pas- tion sageways between the operating chamber and the gear chamber. - Page 19 Installation Fig. 11: Installing a flushing device Installing a protective If there is a risk that solid particles will be carried along in the evacuation process then a protective strainer should be installed in the intake connection piece to protect the Roots strainer pump (see accessories).
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Page 20: Operation
Operation Operation Before switching on the pump Check lubricant levels at both sight glasses and at the oiler as well. Operate shut-off units in the exhaust line in such a way that they open before or at the same time as starting the pump. -
Page 21: Switching Off And Venting
Operation Example for Okta 18000 with 0.5 hPa intake pressure and 8% sealing gas quantity: 18000 ·0,5 · 0,08 1013 = 0,71 Nm This applies to exhaust pressures > 100 hPa: · (p Δ ) · A NOTICE High pressure in the sealing gas line when the pump is switched off! Risk of damage to the pump seals. - Page 22 Operation WARNING Exposed, rotating rotors! Danger of crushing! The rotors will continue to run under vacuum after the motor has been switched off. Never disconnect any pipe connections at the vacuum flange or fore-vacuum flange or any sealing gas lines while the pump is running. NOTICE High pressure in the sealing gas line when the pump is switched off! Risk of damage to the pump seals.
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Page 23: Maintenance
Maintenance Maintenance Precautions WARNING Exposed, rotating rolling pistons! Fingers and hands can become crushed when the intake flange is open. Keep all body parts out of operating range of the rolling pistons. Use a wooden handle to rotate the rolling pistons during cleaning. WARNING Pump parts may be contaminated from pumped media! Danger of poisoning due to contact with harmful substances. - Page 24 NOTICE Service work should be carried out by a qualified person only! Pfeiffer Vacuum is not liable for any damage to the pump resulting from work carried out improperly. Take advantage of our service training programs; additional information at www.pfei- ffer-vacuum.com.
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Page 25: Changing The Lubricant
Depending on the applications, Pfeiffer Vacuum recommends determining the ex- act service life of the operating fluid during the first year of operation. The replacement interval may vary from the guide value specified by Pfeiffer Vacuum depending on the thermal and chemical loads, and the accumulation of suspended par- ticles and condensation in the operating fluid. -
Page 26: Cleaning The Suction Chamber
Maintenance Change sealing oil It is recommended that the sealing oil should be changed on an annual basis. (only for version with Unscrew lubricant drain screw 16.1 at the sealing oil chamber; check the O-ring. RSSR) Allow the lubricant to drain off. ... -
Page 27: Cleaning The Overflow Valve
Maintenance Cleaning the overflow valve Turn off the vacuum pump, vent to atmospheric pressure and allow to cool. Undo screws 141 and remove valve cover 140, observe O-ring 138. Remove valve plate 139 from the overflow channel and dismantle it. ... -
Page 28: Assembling The Motor And Coupling
Maintenance Assembling the motor and coupling WARNING Exposed, rotating coupling! Items of clothing could be trapped and wound up. When mounting the motor, always ensure a correct seating of the coupling protection. Wear close-fitting clothing. Installing the cou- When performing installation work on the coupling, it is important to observe the instal- lation instructions of the coupling manufacturer: pling... -
Page 29: Decommissioning
Replace the lubricant. Replace bearings. Follow the maintenance instructions and inform Pfeiffer Vacuum. Check pump for visible damage and only start up if it is in the correct condition. If drying pearls were inserted then they should be removed now. -
Page 30: Malfunctions
NOTICE Service work should be carried out by a qualified person only! Pfeiffer Vacuum is not liable for any damage to the pump resulting from work carried out improperly. Take advantage of our service training programs; additional information at www.pfei- ffer-vacuum.com. -
Page 31: 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 32: Spare Parts
Overhaul Gear wheels PP W90 000 Okta 18000 PP E30 001 -T PP E31 009 -T PP E32 008 -T PP E33 001 -T PP W90 001 Okta 18000 PP E30 001 -T PP E31 009 -T PP E32 008 -T PP E33 001 -T... -
Page 33: Accessories
PP 022 094 -X Gear chamber evacuation unit on request Further detailed accessories are contained in the Pfeiffer Vacuum printed or Online Cat- alogue. 12.1 Documentation for accessories Depending on the pump version, supplementary information may be required for safe... -
Page 34: Technical Data
Technical data and dimensions 13.2 Technical data Okta 18000 Parameter Okta 18000 Flange (in) DN 400 PN 10 Flange (out) DN 400 PN 10 Nominal pumping speed 7310-27400 m Nominal pumping speed at 50 Hz 18270 m Nominal pumping speed at 60 Hz... -
Page 35: Dimensions
Technical data and dimensions 13.3 Dimensions DN 1 DN 2 1440 Fig. 15: Okta 18000 Dimen- Okta 18000 sions 2789 mm 1090 mm 1099 mm 960 mm DN 400 PN 10 DN 400 PN 10 DN 320 ISO-F... -
Page 36: Declaration Of Conformity
● Electromagnetic Compatibility 2014/30/EU ● Restriction of the use of certain Hazardous Substances 2011/65/EU The agent responsible for compiling the technical documentation is Mr. Sebastian Ober- beck, Pfeiffer Vacuum GmbH, Berliner Straße 43, 35614 Aßlar. OktaLine Okta 18000 Harmonised standards and national standards and specifications which have been ap-... - Page 37 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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