Speed controlled chemistry diaphragm pumps and chemistry pumping units (75 pages)
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page 1 of 96 Technology for Vacuum Systems Instructions for use ME 16C NT VARIO o.C. MV 10C NT VARIO o.C. MD 12C NT VARIO o.C. PC 3010 NT VARIO o.C. PC 3012 NT VARIO o.C. PC 3012 NT VARIO o.C. + EK Peltronic PC 3016 NT VARIO o.C.
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VACUU•LAN (US-Reg.No 3,704,401), VACUU•BUS , VACUU•CONTROL ® ® ® Peltronic , VARIO (US-Reg.No 3,833,788), VACUUBRAND (US-Reg.No ® ® ® 3,733,388) and also the shown company logos are registered trademarks of VACUUBRAND GMBH + CO KG in Germany and/or other countries.
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page 3 of 96 Achtung: Die vorliegende Betriebsanleitung ist nicht in allen EU-Sprachen verfügbar. Der Anwender darf die beschriebenen Geräte nur dann in Betrieb nehmen, wenn er die vorliegende Anleitung versteht oder eine fachlich korrekte Übersetzung der voll- ständigen Anleitung vorliegen hat. Die Betriebsanleitung muss vor Inbetriebnahme der Geräte vollständig gelesen und verstanden werden, und alle geforderten Maß- nahmen müssen eingehalten werden.
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page 4 of 96 Bemærk: Denne manual foreligger ikke på alle EU sprog. Brugeren må ikke be- tjene apparatet hvis manualen ikke er forstået. I det tilfælde skal en teknisk korrekt oversættelse af hele manual stilles til rådighed. Manual skal være gennemlæst og forstået før apparatet betjenes og alle nødvendige forholdsregler skal tages.
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page 5 of 96 Figyelem! Ez a kezelési utasítás nem áll rendelkezésre az EU összes nyelvén. Ha a felhasználó nem érti jelen használati utasítás szövegét, nem üzemeltetheti a készüléket. Ez esetben a teljes gépkönyv fordításáról gondoskodni kell. Üzembe helyezés előtt a kezelőnek végig kell olvasnia, meg kell értenie azt, továbbá az üzemeltetéshez szükséges összes mérést el kell végeznie.
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page 6 of 96 Attentie: Deze gebruiksaanwijzing is niet in alle talen van de EU verkrijgbaar. De gebruiker moet niet met dit apparaat gaan werken als voor hem/haar de gebruiks- aanwijzing niet voldoende duidelijk is. Bij gebruik van deze apparatuur is het nood- zakelijk een technisch correcte vertaling van de complete gebruiksaanwijzing te hebben.
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page 7 of 96 Varning: Denna instruktion är inte tillgänglig på alla språk inom EU. Användaren får inte starta utrustningen om hon/han inte förstår denna instruktion. Om så är fallet måste en tekniskt korrekt instruktion göras tillgänglig. Instruktionen måste läsas och förstås helt före utrustningen tas i drift och nödvändiga åtgärder göres.
page 8 of 96 Contents Safety information! ............10 Important information! ............... 10 General information ................12 Intended use..................12 Setting up and installing the equipment ..........13 Ambient conditions ................15 Operating conditions ................. 16 Safety during operation ..............18 Maintenance and repair..............
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page 9 of 96 Assembling the pump housing ............78 Replacing the overpressure safety relief device ......86 Repair - Maintenance - Return - Calibration ....89 Warranty ................91 Health and safety clearance form ........92 EC Declaration of Conformity of the Machinery ....93 China RoHS ...............
Make operating personnel aware of dangers arising from the pump and the pumped substances. VACUUBRAND disclaims any liability for inappropri- ate use of these pumps and for damage from failure to follow instructions contained in this manual.
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page 11 of 96 ➨ DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. + WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. • CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
To operate the pump / the pumping unit, a CVC 3000 (soft- ware version 2.17 or higher) or VNC 2 VARIO (software ver- sion 1.25 or higher) VACUUBRAND controller is required! Remove all packing material from the packing box. Re-...
page 13 of 96 + Comply with all notes on correct vacuum and electri- cal connections; see section “Use and operation”, pg. + Do not use the pump to generate pressure. + The pumps are designed for ambient temperatures during operation between +50°F and +104°F (+10°C and +40°C).
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page 14 of 96 supply. The cable contains wires color coded as fol- lows: green or green and yellow: ground; blue or white: neutral; brown or black: hot. + Due to the high compression ratio, the pump may gen- erate overpressure at the outlet. Check pressure com- patibility with system components (e.g., exhaust pipe- line or exhaust valve) at the outlet.
page 15 of 96 • Ensure that the coolant outlet pipe is always free and that it cannot get blocked. If installing an optional cool- ant valve, it must always be in the supply line of the exhaust waste vapor condenser. Make sure ventilation is adequate to maintain recommend- NOTICE ed operating temperature.
page 16 of 96 + Do not use this product in an area where it can fall or be pulled into water or other liquids. • Adopt suitable measures in case of differences from recommended conditions, e.g., using the equipment outdoors, installation in higher altitudes, conductive pollution or external condensation on the pump.
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page 17 of 96 Do not pump: - unstable substances - substances which react explosively under impact (mechanical stress) without air - substances which react explosively when being ex- posed to elevated temperatures without air, - substances subject to auto-ignition, - substances which are inflammable without air - explosive substances.
page 18 of 96 Safety during operation ➨ Adopt suitable measures to prevent the release of dan- gerous, toxic, explosive, corrosive, noxious or pollut- ing fluids, vapors and gases. To prevent any emission of such substances from the pump outlet, install an appropriate collecting and disposal system and take protective action for pump and environment.
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page 19 of 96 tect people from the effects of dangerous substances (chemicals, thermal decomposition products of fluoro- elastomers). Use appropriate protective clothing and safety goggles. + Interruption of the pump (e.g., due to power failure), failure of connected components or of parts of the sup- ply, or change in parameters must not be allowed to lead to dangerous conditions.
(see section “Repair - Maintenance - Return - Calibration”, pg. 89) are followed. Take advantage of our service seminars, which put special focus on the maintenance and repair of vacuum pumps. For details and for the online ”Instructions for repair” man- ual see www.vacuubrand.com.
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page 21 of 96 In normal use, the lifetime of the diaphragms and valves is typically 15,000 operating hours. Bearings have a typi- cal durability of 40000 h. ➨ Ensure that the pump cannot be operated acciden- tally. Never operate the pump if covers or other parts of the pump are disassembled.
The overall category of the equipment depends on the connected com- ponents. If the connected components do not comply with the classifi- cation of the VACUUBRAND equipment, the specified category of the VACUUBRAND equipment is no longer valid. Vacuum pumps and vacuum gauges in category 3 are intended for con- nection to equipment in which during normal operation explosive atmo- spheres caused by gases, vapors or mists normally don’t occur;...
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page 23 of 96 • The equipment is designated for an ambient and gas inlet temperature during operation of +10 to +40°C. Never exceed these ambient and gas inlet temperatures. If pumping / measuring gases which are not potentially explosive, extended gas inlet temperatures are permissible. See instructions for use, section “Gas inlet temperatures”...
page 24 of 96 Technical data General technical data valid for all pumps Maximum permissible inlet pressure (absolute) (bar) (1.1) Maximum permissible outlet pressure (absolute) (bar) (1.1) Maximum pressure difference between inlet and outlet (bar) (1.1) Maximum permissible pressure (abso- 17.5 lute) at gas ballast valve (bar)
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page 25 of 96 ME 16C NT MD 12C NT MV 10C NT Type VARIO o.C. VARIO o.C. VARIO o.C. Maximum pumping speed 11.4 (ISO 21360) (19.3) (14.3) (12.8) Ultimate vacuum (abso- Torr 0.45 lute) without gas ballast* (mbar) (70) (1.5) (0.6) Ultimate vacuum (abso-...
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page 26 of 96 PC 3016 NT PC 3012 NT PC 3010 NT Type VARIO o.C. VARIO o.C. VARIO o.C. Weight approx. lbs. (kg) 64.2 (29.1) Coolant connection hose nozzle for tubing I.D. 1/4” - 5/16” (waste vapor condenser) (hose nozzle DN 6-8 mm) Maximum permissible 87 (absolute) pressure of coolant at...
page 27 of 96 PC 3012 NT VARIO o.C. Type + EK Peltronic Dimensions L x W x H ap- 24.3 x 17.1 x 15.6 prox. (mm) (616 x 435 x 395) Weight approx. lbs. (kg) 72.5 (32.9) See manual of Peltronic emission condenser for technical NOTICE data! Gas inlet temperatures...
page 28 of 96 Wetted parts Components Wetted materials Head cover ETFE carbon fiber reinforced Diaphragm clamping disc ETFE carbon fiber reinforced Diaphragm PTFE Valves (MD 12C NT VARIO, MV 10C NT VARIO, PC FFKM 3012 NT VARIO, PC 3010 NT VARIO) Valves PTFE (ME 16C NT VARIO, PC 3016 NT VARIO)
Use and operation To operate the pump / the pumping unit, a CVC 3000 (soft- ware version 2.17 or higher) or VNC 2 VARIO (software ver- sion 1.25 or higher) VACUUBRAND controller is required! Installation Remove the product from its packing-box.
page 33 of 96 Vacuum connection (inlet) Inlet: Small flange connection KF DN 25 with clamping ring and centring ring. Connect the vacuum line (e.g., metal hose (stainless steel) KF DN 25) at the inlet of the pump. • Reduce the transmission of vibration. Pre- vent mechanical load due to rigid pipelines.
page 34 of 96 Use a suitable valve (see “Accessories / Spare parts”, pg. 45) to isolate the pump from the vacuum application. This is to allow the pump to warm up before pumping condensable va- pors and to clean the pump after use before it is switched off.
page 35 of 96 Connecting the outlet Outlet via hose nozzle DN 15 mm or via hose outlet nozzle DN 10 mm (exhaust waste vapor con- denser EK). In case, install a small flange connection in- stead (thread G1/2”, see “Accessories / Spare parts”, pg.
page 36 of 96 ✘ Always install outlet tubing descending from the pump or provide other measures to avoid backflow of condensate towards the pump. ✔ Exhaust waste vapor condenser (EK) at the outlet The exhaust waste vapor condenser enables an effi- cient condensation of the pumped vapors at the outlet.
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page 37 of 96 Check all hose connections prior to starting operation of the cooling system. Secure coolant hoses at the hose nozzles (e.g., with hose clamps) to prevent their acci- dentally slipping off. ➨ Prevent the discharge of dangerous gases and vapors to the surrounding atmosphere.
page 38 of 96 Permissible range of coolant temperature at the exhaust NOTICE waste vapor condenser: 5°F to 68°F (-15°C to +20°C) Check hose connections prior to starting operation of the cooling system. Check coolant hoses regularly during operation. Emission condenser Peltronic at the outlet Read the manual of the Peltronic emission condenser and NOTICE observe the instructions contained in that manual!
Switch the pump on. To operate the pump / the pumping unit, a CVC 3000 or VNC 2 VARIO VACUUBRAND controller is required! Connect the controller to the VACUU•BUS cable of the NT VARIO pump. Switch the controller on.
page 40 of 96 During operation ➨ Vent and dispose of potentially dangerous gases or vapors at the outlet of the pump appropriately. + Due to the high compression ratio, the pump might generate overpressure at the outlet. Check pressure compatibility with system components (e.g., exhaust tubing or exhaust valve) at the outlet.
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page 41 of 96 If pumping condensable vapors (water vapor, gas ballast solvents, etc.), let the pump run with gas bal- (open) last to help purge any condensation in the pump. Prevent internal condensation, transfer of liq- condensate / dust uids or dust.
page 42 of 96 A warm up period (approximately 15 min.) is required to ensure that the rated ultimate vac- O ➨ I uum and pumping speed are attained. ✔ ✔ Torr/mbar ~15min Important notes regarding the use of gas ballast Gas ballast is a continuous purge to keep the pump’s in- terior as clean as possible and to reduce the possibility of condensation inside the pump.
page 43 of 96 - Use inert gas for gas ballast to avoid the formation of explosive mixtures. A special adapter fitting is needed to connect an inert gas supply line (see “Accessories / Spare parts”, pg. 45). This adapter replaces the stan- dard gas ballast cap and allows for an inert gas line to be connected via a KF DN 16 small flange at a maxi- mum supply pressure of 17.5 psi (1.2 bar) absolute.
page 44 of 96 Drain catchpots. + Important: Comply with regulations when disposing of solvents/condensates. Recy- cle if possible; purify if contaminated. NOTICE Reattach drained catchpots. Shutdown & storage The pump can be switched off under vacuum. Short-term: Condensate? - Has the pump been exposed to conden- sate? O ➨...
page 45 of 96 Accessories / Spare parts Exhaust waste vapor condenser with catchpot 0.52 qt (500 ml) ....20699948 (Upgrade kit including holder and front cover) Separator (inlet) ........20699979 small flange KF DN 25 (adapter to hose nozzle DN 15 mm at inlet included) Controller CVC 3000 .........20683160 100-230 V 50-60 Hz (table top unit) Controller CVC 3000 .........20636595...
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The resultant back pressure can lead to damage of pump bearings, diaphragms, and valves. Under those condi- tions, a silencer must not be used. Conversion of VACUUBRAND valves with DIN plug to VACUUBRAND valves with VACUU•BUS plug: VACUUBRAND-valve with DIN...
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Listed modules are designed for surface-mounted installation. Different catalog numbers are used for modules designed for flush-mounting with concealed tubing. For additional accessories such as vacuum valves, small-flange components, vacuum gauges or vacuum controllers refer to www.vacuubrand.com. Spare parts: Catchpot 0.52 qt (500 ml), coated .............20638497 Device fuse (slow blow fuse 8A 250V) ............20612374...
page 48 of 96 Troubleshooting Fault Possible cause Remedy ❑ Pump does not ➨ Electrical power cord ✔ Plug in power cord. start or stops im- not plugged in, electrical Check fuse. mediately. supply failure? ➨ Device fuse blown? ✔ Identify cause of failure. Replace device fuse.
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page 49 of 96 Fault Possible cause Remedy ❑ Pump too noisy. ➨ Diaphragm crack or ✔ Perform maintenance. diaphragm clamping disc loose? ➨ Other than above men- ✔ Contact local distributor. tioned causes? ❑ Pump seized. ✔ Contact local distributor. Troubleshooting for emission condenser Peltronic: see manual of emission condenser Peltronic! ➨...
page 50 of 96 Replacing the device fuse ➨ Switch off the pump. ➨ Disconnect the electrical power cord before remov- ing the fuse holder. Identify and eliminate the cause of failure before switch- ing on the pump again. fuse holder ➨...
page 51 of 96 Replacing diaphragms and valves + Please read section ”Replacing diaphragms and valves” com- pletely before starting maintenance. The pictures may show other versions of pumps. This does not change the method of replacing diaphragms and valves. ➨...
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page 52 of 96 + Allow sufficient cooling of the pump before starting maintenance. °C / °F + Vent the pump and isolate it from the vacuum system before you start mainte- nance. Drain condensate, if applicable. Ensure that maintenance is done only by suitably NOTICE trained and supervised technicians.
page 61 of 96 Checking diaphragms and valves Position Component Position Component Clamping bracket Diaphragm support disc Disc spring Washers Valve head Connecting rod O-rings Housing Valves Distributor Head cover Hose clip Diaphragm clamping disc PTFE tube with square head screw Diaphragm...
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page 64 of 96 + Pay attention to number of washers!
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page 65 of 96 + Pay attention to number of washers! + 4.4 ft.lbf (6 Nm) It is recommended to use a torque wrench. Attach torque wrench to diaphragm key (hexagonal bolt 6 mm wide).
page 73 of 96 Replacing the valve at the distributor (not ME 16C NT VARIO o.C. / PC 3016 NT VARIO o.C.) 2.5 mm ME 16C NT VARIO o.C. MD 12C NT VARIO o.C. MV 10C NT VARIO o.C. 2.5 mm ME 16C NT VARIO o.C.
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page 74 of 96 size 2 Version A (valve: Ø 24,4 mm):...
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page 75 of 96 20696839 Ø 24,4 mm Ø 26 mm Version B (valve: Ø 37 mm): 20696839 Ø 37 mm Ø 40 mm...
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page 76 of 96 size 2 ME 16C NT VARIO o.C. MD 12C NT VARIO o.C. MV 10C NT VARIO o.C. size 2...
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page 77 of 96 + Do not operate the pump without pump housing! Danger due to freely rotating fan! Risk of overheating due to missing cooling air guide.
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page 85 of 96 Checking the ultimate vacuum ➨ A fter any intervention at the equipment (e.g., repair / maintenance) the ultimate vacuum of the pump has to be checked. Only if the pump achieves its specified ultimate vacuum, the pump’s leak rate is low enough to ensure that no explosive atmospheres will occur in the inte- rior of the equipment.
page 86 of 96 If the pump does not achieve the ultimate vacuum: - Whenever the diaphragms and valves have been replaced, a break-in period of several hours is required before the pump achieves its ulti- mate vacuum. - In case of an unusual noise, switch off pump immediately and check clamping disc positions.
3 or 4. These devices cannot be checked, maintained or re- paired. Also decontaminated devices must not returned to VACUUBRAND due to a residual risk. The same conditions apply to on-site work. No repair, maintenance, return or calibration is possi- ble unless the correctly completed health and safety clearance form is returned.
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page 90 of 96 To expedite repair and to reduce costs, please enclose a detailed description of the problem and the product’s oper- ating conditions with every product returned. If you do not wish a repair on the basis of our quotation, the device may be returned to you disassembled and at your expense.
91 of 96 Warranty VACUUBRAND shall be liable for insuring that this prod- uct, including any agreed installation, has been free of de- fects at the time of the transfer of risk. VACUUBRAND shall not be liable for the consequences...
* Contact the VACUUBRAND service absolutely before dispatching the device. ** Devices which have been in contact with biological substances of risk level 3 or 4 cannot be checked, main- tained or repaired. Also decontaminated devices must not returned to VACUUBRAND due to a residual risk. ☐...
Bevollmächtigter für die Zusammenstellung der technischen Unterlagen / Person authorised to compile the technical file / Personne autorisée à constituer le dossier technique: Dr. J. Dirscherl · VACUUBRAND GMBH + CO KG · Alfred-Zippe-Str. 4 · 97877 Wertheim · Germany Wertheim, 01.07.2018 .
China RoHS DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY – China RoHS 2 VACUUBRAND GMBH + CO KG has made reasonable efforts to ensure that hazardous mate- rials and substances may not be used in its products. In order to determine the concentration of hazardous substances in all homogeneous materials of the subassemblies, a “Product Conformity Assessment”...
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(Pb), mercury (Hg), cadmium (Cd), hexavalent chromium (Cr+VI), polybrominated biphenyls (PBB), and polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDE). Products manufactured by VACUUBRAND may enter into further devices (e.g., rotary evaporator) or can be used together with other appliances (e.g., usage as booster pumps).
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