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.
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About this manual 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...
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.
● 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.
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 ●...
Transport and storage Transport and storage Transport WARNING Danger from falling and swinging loads! When lifting the pumping station there is a danger of falling parts. Only fix a lifting device for transport on the provided eye bolts of the high vacuum flan- ge of the turbopump.
Product description Product identification To correctly identify the product when communicating with Pfeiffer Vacuum, always have Product characteris- the information from the rating plate available. tics D-35614 Asslar HiCube Classic 115 - 230 V, 50/60 Hz Mod.: Wiring diagram PM 061...
Product description Range of application The pumping station HiCube Classic must be installed and operated in the following am- bient conditions. Installation location weather protected (indoors) Protection category IP 20 Protection class Temperature +5 °C to +40 °C (up to +35 °C with air cooling) max.
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.
Installation Earthing NOTICE Danger of missing casing earthing To comply with the required height of the leakage currents according to DIN EN 61010- 1:2010, perform the following measure: Connect the earthing cable (consignment) of the pumping station with PE on site, before mains connection.
Install an air cooling unit (accessories) for the external turbopump and connect it to the electronic drive unit. – Use water cooling optionally. 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.
(possibly resulting in death) and large property damage. Precisely follow installation instructions. Only use Pfeiffer Vacuum original components (accessories) for installation. Install the high vacuum flange in accordance with the instructions in the operating manual of the turbopump.
5.10 Connecting accessories 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.
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Generally use water cooling if the ambient temperature is > +35 °C. Connect additional accessories according to the operating manual of the turbopump. The connection of a measuring gauge (e.g. Pfeiffer Vacuum ActiveLine) is possible to the Connecting a mea- display and control unit DCU.
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. Observe the information on the rating plae.
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: ●...
Operation Settings are possible via the RS-485 by using DCU, HPU or PC. Use of the DCU as a remote control The display and control unit can be removed from the pumping station and used as a remote control. ...
– 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.
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 operating malfunctions due to improperly performed maintenance. The liability and war- ranty entitlement expires.
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Maintenance / replacement The casing panels are fixed with quick release screws. Dismantling the cas- ing panels Fig. 9: HiCube Classic, dismantling the casing panels Casing cover Side panel 1 Side panel 2 Loosen four quick release screws from the casing cover. ...
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Maintenance / replacement Dismantling of the Mounting plate turbopump Turbopump Casing Allen head screw 90 (6x) Fig. 10: Dismantling of the turbopump Detach the fore-vacuum line from the turbopump and take it off. – Do not kink or damage the fore-vacuum hose. ...
Maintenance / replacement Changing the operating fluid Only applies to HiCube with rotary vane pump as backing pump! WARNING Operating fluid may contain toxic substances from the pumped media! Danger of poisoning from the emission of harmful substances from the operating fluid. ...
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.
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.
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.
Spare parts 11 Spare parts 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.
● Machinery 2006/42/EC (Annex II, no. 1 A) ● Electromagnetic Compatibility 2004/108/EC The agent responsible for compiling the technical documentation is Mr. Helmut Bern- hardt, Pfeiffer Vacuum GmbH, Berliner Straße 43, 35614 Aßlar. HiCube HiCube Classic Harmonised standards and national standards and specifications which have been ap-...
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