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- Page 1 Vacuum Controller Hei-VAC Control Instructions for use Original instructions...
- Page 2 This manual is only to be used and distributed in its complete and original form. It is strictly the users’ responsibility to check carefully the validity of this manual with respect to his product. Manufacturer: Heidolph Instruments GmbH & Co. KG Walpersdorfer Str. 12 D-91126 Schwabach...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Product description Vacuum controller Hei-VAC Control ..20 Functionality ......22 Operation modes . - Page 4 Content Operating and display elements Operating elements....29 5.1.1 Selection knob ..... . 29 5.1.2 Control panel .
- Page 5 10.3.2 China RoHS Declaration of Conformity ..78 Detailed descriptions about programming, function menu with address assign- ment, differential pressure measurement, and interface commands are in- cluded in the Online Instructions for use. You get the Online Instructions for use from the technical service of Heidolph Instruments.
- Page 6 First steps First steps (delivery status) First steps on delivery status Select language and units...
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Page 7: Introduction
Copyright The content of these instructions for use is protected by copyright. Copyright © Only copies for internal use are allowed, e. g., for professional training. © Heidolph Instruments GmbH & Co. KG... -
Page 8: About This Document
Introduction Contact Contact us regarding any questions about this product, if you Contact us ƒ need further information, or to provide us with feedback. When contacting our Customer Service Department, please be ƒ sure to have the correct type and serial number of your product Rating plate ... -
Page 9: Symbols And Icons
Introduction NOTICE Convention for additional notes Notice for a potentially harmful situation. Disregarding the notice could lead to material damage. Additional notes IMPORTANT! > Information or specific use recommendation, which must be observed. > Important information for the proper operation. Helpful tips and tricks >... -
Page 10: Handling Instructions (Action Steps)
Introduction Additional icons Positive example – Do! Negative example – References result – o. k. Do not! Refers to content of Refers to content of this manual. other documents. Handling or action Press selection knob or Turn selection knob key. Push and turn selection Push and hold key knob... -
Page 11: Abbreviations
Introduction 1.2.4 Abbreviations abs. absolute Abbreviations Standard Atmospheric Pressure Hei-VAC Vakuum controller, Controller Control Interior diameter (di) Nominal diameter Emission condenser Outlet Fluorelastomer Size hh:mm:ss Time settings in hour/minute/second Pressure unit, hectopascal (1 hPa = 1 mbar = 0.75 Torr) Inlet Small flange Maximum value... -
Page 12: Safety Instructions
Use the product only when it is in proper working condition. 2.1.1 Intended use Intended use The Hei-VAC Control is a laboratory instrument, used to measure and/or control vacuum in therefore intended plants. The controller may only be used in non-explosive areas and indoors. -
Page 13: Foreseeable Misuse
Safety instructions Controlling explosive atmoshpere. The device is not protected Improper use ƒ against explosion. There is no explosion or ATEX protection available. Operation in impermissible operating and environmental condi- ƒ tions. Unauthorized modifications an the use of accessories and spare ƒ... -
Page 14: Target Groups
Safety instructions Target groups Ensure that the controller is only operated by authorized and IMPORTANT! skilled personnel. Users need to have the corresponding skills and qualifications for doing the job listed in the table User permissions. 2.2.1 User permissions This manual must be read, understood and complied with by the person performing one of the following tasks: Supervising Task (Job) -
Page 15: Safety Precautions
Safety instructions Safety precautions Our products are subject to high quality tests with goals for safety Quality standards and safety and operation. Prior to delivery each product has been tested thoroughly. 2.3.1 Protective clothing No special protective clothing is required when working with the Protective clothing controller. - Page 16 Safety instructions Sources of error during connection NOTICE Measuring error due to an obstructed vacuum line. Prevent overpressure > 1060 mbar (> 795 Torr) in the piping > > system. Condensate can falsify the measurement. Position the vacuum Condensate hose in such a way that condensate cannot flow towards the con- troller and its vacuum sensor.
- Page 17 Safety instructions Installation and explosive environment Installation and operation in areas where explosive atmos- pheres can occur is not allowed. The use of gas ballast or the operation of venting valves is only Avoid ignition permitted if thereby explosive atmospheres normally do not occur sources in the interior of the equipment or, if they do occur, are likely to do so only infrequently and for a short period.
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Page 18: Safety And Service
Health and Safety Clearance You get the form from > > Heidolph Instruments. 2.4.2 Requirements for services Fulfill the following conditions 1. Clean your product thoroughly and if necessary decontamina- te it professionally. For all service works hazardous substances need to be IMPORTANT! excluded. -
Page 19: Environmental Protection
Safety instructions 5. Before returning the product, please send the signed form to your local supplier or Health and Safety Clearance our service department. For all service works the safety clearance needs to be IMPORTANT! proofed and confirmed. > Did your product get in touch with hazardous substances? Please wait for the release of reshipment. -
Page 20: Product Description
Warranty registration / confirmation 01-006-002-78 of condition EU Declaration of conformity 01-001-025-18 Vacuum controller Hei-VAC Control The controller is designed for applications requiring controlled vacuum. The controller has a two-point control mode to switch an in-line isolation valve. The controller is freely programmable. Up to 10 programs can be stored in the controller memory. - Page 21 Meaning LC display Control panel Selection knob Rear side Rear side Ports for Heidolph vacuum valve Meaning Mains connection ` power supply unit Serial port RS 232 C (Sub-D) Hose nozzle, vacuum connection Venting tube, connection for external venting, e. g., inert gas...
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Page 22: Functionality
Product description Functionality The controller manages vacuum processes by controlling vacuum Functionality pumps, in-line isolation- and/or air admittance valves. It controls process vacuum, cooling water and venting to demand. Valves and/or vacuum pumps are necessary to operate the controller. Without those components the controller can only be used as vacuum measurement device. -
Page 23: Installation And Connection
Installation and connection 4 Installation and connection The controller is designed for installation directly at the workplace. > Observe all specifications for installation, connection and operation according to technical data, see chapter 10.1.1 Technical data. > Also observe rating plate data. Installation conditions The controller has acclimatized. -
Page 24: Attachment To Hei-Vap Rotary Evaporator
Installation and connection 4.1.2 Attachment to Hei-VAP Rotary Evaporator The Hei-VAC Control can be attached to Hei-VAP Rotary Evapo- rator directly. 1. Screw the preassembled metal plate that carries the vacuum val- ve to the back of the evaporator with two screws. -
Page 25: Connection
Installation and connection Connection 4.2.1 Electrical connection Wall power supply kit* * short-circuit-proof multi-voltage power supply with integrated overload protection and changeable mains plugs. Prepare wall power supply plug 6. Take the wall power supply kit out of the packaging. Prepare connection 7. - Page 26 Installation and connection Connect power supply to the controller > Plug female connection of the power supply cable into mains connection of the controller. Mains connection on the rear side Consider new connection design: For easy connection, the controller Ports with guide of the newest series have a guide groove groove on the rear side for each...
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Page 27: Vacuum Connection
Installation and connection 4.2.2 Vacuum connection NOTICE Flexible vacuum hoses can contract because of evacuation. Fix vacuum hose at the connections. > > Fix connected components. > > Measure and trim the vacuum hose to a length that cares for >... - Page 28 Installation and connection Connection examples Depending on design and installation the controller provides se- veral options for connection to the vacuum system. Table top version Flexible caoutchouc hose (1) or (2), directly plugged on the hose ƒ ƒ nozzle (3). Attachment at the Hei-VAP Verdampfer Flexible caoutchouc hose (4), directly plugged on the hose...
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Page 29: Operating And Display Elements
The operating elements are located on the controller front. controller figure see chapter 3.1 Vacuum controller Hei-VAC Control on page 20 5.1.1 Selection knob The selection knob of the controller is a combination of rotary knob and push-button. Selection knob Meaning Press –... -
Page 30: Key Combinations
Operating and display elements – Select operation mode Mode Control panel keys ` With stopped operation: Mode menu for selecting the operation mode. – Change function/mode Mode ` During running operation: To switch from Pump down and further to Vac control Auto mode. -
Page 31: Display And User Interface
Operating and display elements Display and user interface After booting the pressure display appears, including Bar graphic and preset operation mode. 5.2.1 Pressure display Example Display after switching on Title bar (or status bar) Meaning Operation mode - ` Pump down Mode ` Vac control ` Program... -
Page 32: Display Icons
Operating and display elements 5.2.2 Display icons When vacuum control has started additional icons appear on the display. When starting operation Icon Meaning Display symbols during operation Vacuum control is running (animation) Process time; runtime vacuum control (hh:mm:ss) Active component Icon Meaning Icons for active... - Page 33 Operating and display elements Status display while operation is running Icon Meaning Icons for control Pump down – continous pumping status Pump down: lower pressure limit reached VACUU·LAN: pump down to set pressure Vac control: for 2-point control – pump down to set pressure VACUU·LAN: pressure increase to switch on pressure Vac control: preset maximum exceeded VARIO control: pump down to set point.
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Page 34: Signal Sounds (Warning Beep)
Operating and display elements Fault indication (warning symbol) Icon Meaning Error display Flashing: warning! 5.2.3 Signal sounds (warning beep) Setting in menu is required to Sound On Configuration/Display hear the audio signals. Meaning signal sound Audio signal (beep) Audio signal Meaning Short beep for each keystroke. -
Page 35: Menu Display In General
Operating and display elements 5.2.4 Menu display in general The controller includes several menus and submenus, e. g., Configuration, Function, Display..Submenu Example Submenu Configuration Meaning Titel bar ` Menu name Menu interface ` Selectable functions or submenus (on the right side of the display) ` Adaptable value or ` selectable content Back (return) -
Page 36: Handling
Operating and display elements Handling The handling of the controller is menu-driven. Menus are ac- Handling and Operation cessed via push buttons on the control panel or via key combina- tions. Use the selection knob to select function or menu. Operating steps and actions are displayed by an illustration, which is complemented by action symbols. - Page 37 Operating and display elements Input (data entry) Changeable values are positioned on the right side in the display. Text on the ride side accords to content selection like in a drop down list. Exception: menu Program, in this menu data and value are editable. Example: enable entry and edit 1.
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Page 38: Operation
Operation 6 Operation Switch-on/-off controller Switch-on 5 Initial screen: company logo and firmware version, for approximately 2 seconds. 5 Pressure graphic is displayed. Switch-off > Press key On/Off 5 Controller switched off (display off). -
Page 39: Select Language And Pressure Unit
Operation Select language and pressure unit Select language and pressure unit 5 Initial screen. -
Page 40: Mode - Operation Mode
Operation Mode – Operation mode The controller is supplied with several operating modes. Only when the controlling process is stopped it is possible to select an operation mode. 6.3.1 Select operation mode Example Call-up Mode menu 5 Title bar shows the selected operation mode (Mode). Select any other operation mode in the same way as described above for control. -
Page 41: Mode Menu
Operation 6.3.2 Mode menu Mode menu display Example Menu description Meaning and Title bar menu name operation modes Selectable operation modes Pump down ` Continous pump down or ` Pump down with pressure and time presetting. ` VARIO : pump down with adjustable motor speed (pumping ®... -
Page 42: Start Controlling
Operation Start controlling Start vacuum controlling after selecting the required operation mode. The controller works in delivery status with the default set- tings of the factory setting. Start controlling 5 Controller starts. 5 Icons are displayed. Control during operation 6.5.1 Venting (VENT) DANGER Danger of explosion when venting with air by forming of explosive mixtures. - Page 43 Operation Venting VENT button is used to vent the system. A short click on this button will momentarily vent the system as the process contin- ues. Holding the VENT key for longer than 2 seconds will cause the system to be vented to atmospheric pressure and the pump will stop running;...
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Page 44: Change Operation Mode
Operation 6.5.2 Change operation mode During running operation the operation mode can be switchted between Pump down Vac control by pressing Mode key. Switch mode during running operation Examples Switch mode Pump down ↓ Vac control 5 Operation mode switched to control. - Page 45 Operation Typical applications Pump down control: Semiautomatic distillation. Recommended for applications for which the process vacuum is still to be determined. Firstly the vacuum pump is pumping down rapidly in mode Pump down. As soon as the required process vacuum has been reached, e.
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Page 46: Display Graphic (Curve)
Operation 6.5.3 Display graphic (curve) In addition to the bar graphic of the pressure display the display Pressure history can be switched to a diagram named Graphic which shows a pressure vs. time curve. That curve will only be displayed while operation is run- Graphic ning. -
Page 47: Quit Display Graphic
Operation Graphic menu Description pressure history display Header Meaning ` Active operation mode. ` Vacuum set point; for Vac control Auto mode. ` Actual vacuum value (actual pressure). ` Eelapsed process time. Axis – pressure ` Unit according to pre-settings (mbar, Torr, hPa) Pressure graph ` Pressure/time progress Axis –... -
Page 48: Quick Adaption During Operation
Operation Quick adaption during operation 6.6.1 Set vacuum In mode the set vacuum can be adapted directly du- Vac control ring running operation. Adapt set vacuum fine tuning 1 detent = 1 pressure value (mbar, Torr, hPa) Example Adapt set vacuum fine tuning 5 Controller controls to new set vacuum. -
Page 49: Stop Control
Operation Stop control Stop control 5 Controller and vacuum control stops. 5 Display icons switched off. -
Page 50: Advanced Menus And Operation
Advanced menus and operation 7 Advanced menus and operation Operation menus A selected operation mode can be adapted and optimized for the Optimizing operation process through the corresponding operation menu. The settings mode in an operation menu include mainly: motor speed, set vacuum or time presettings. -
Page 51: Pump Down
Advanced menus and operation 7.1.1 Pump down Continous pump down with pressure and time presettings. Meaning Menu – Pump down Example Operation menu Pump down Parameter Meaning Parameter Pump down Minimum* Vacuum set point; once reached, the controller (mbar, Torr, hPa) switches off the vacuum pump or closes the in- line valve. -
Page 52: Vac Control
Advanced menus and operation 7.1.2 Vac control Control to a set vacuum value. Meaning Menu – Vac control Example Operation menu Vac control Parameter Meaning Parameter Vac control Set vacuum Setting for lower vacuum level for 2-point control (mbar) or precisely for VARIO pump. -
Page 53: Program
Advanced menus and operation 7.1.3 Program Up to 10 individual programs including vacuum and time preset- Meaning tings can be loaded, edited, and stored. Menu – Program Example Operation menu Program Parameter Meaning Parameter Program Edit Edit program with presettings for a process cycle or edit an existing program. -
Page 54: Program Functions
Advanced menus and operation Program functions (see Online Instructions for use) You get the Online Instructions for use from the technical service of Heidolph Instruments. Configuration menu In menu the controller parameters are set. This Configuration Meaning menu is also for adjusting the vacuum sensor and for loading settings. -
Page 55: Content Selection
Advanced menus and operation 7.3.1 Content selection The following menu items of can be selected, ac- Configuration Specified content tivated and used. Defaults Selection Meaning Defaults (standard) Cancel Leave menu item without default setting. Load Load default settings. Defaults Load is activated all controller parameter will be IMPORTANT! reset to delivery status. -
Page 56: Submenus
Advanced menus and operation Adjustment Selection Meaning Sensor adjustment function 1060–700 Adjustment range of a vacuum sensor, internal or ex- 20–0 ternal at atmospheric pressure (1060–700) or under vacuum (20– ~0). For further descriptions about sensor adjustment see chapter 9.2 Sensor readjustment on page 70 7.3.2 Submenus Submenu –... - Page 57 Advanced menus and operation Submenu – Sensors In submenu Sensors all connected sensors are listed. The inter- nal sensor is generally displayed as Sensor. External sensors are listed with sensor type name and address. Submenu Sensors Display Meaning Sensor selection Inverse Sensor = currently selected for pressure display.
- Page 58 Advanced menus and operation Submenu – RS-232 Submenu RS-232 is applied for interface configuration, parame- ter adjustments and commands. see also Online Instructions for use. Submenu RS232 Parameter Selection Meaning Adjustable RS232 parameter Baud 19200 Default setting for transmission speed. The baud rate of data transfer of trans- 9600 mitter and receiver must correspond.
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Page 59: Function Menu (See Online Instructions For Use)
Program functions (see Online Instructions for use) Detailed descriptions about function menu with address assign- ment or about differential pressure measurment are included in the Online Instructions for use. You get the Online Instructions for use from the technical service of Heidolph Instruments. -
Page 60: Resolving Problems
Resolving problems 8 Resolving problems Technical support > To identify errors and potential remedies, please refer to the Technical support troubleshooting table: Fault – Cause – Remedy on page In case you need additional assistance, please contact our service department. Error display The major symbol for fault indication is the warning triangle. - Page 61 Resolving problems Combinations of flashing display icons Icon flash rate Fault and Meaning beep when Sound ` Limit pressure reached ` Overpressure ` Process time elapsed ` Venting valve ` In-line suction valve ` Coolant valve ` External sensor removed ` or defective ` internal sensor defective ` Vario pump...
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Page 62: Fault - Cause - Remedy
Resolving problems Fault – Cause – Remedy Fault ` Possible cause Personnel 3Remedy Sensitive process not Motor speed too high. Reduce motor speed. User, ƒ ƒ Specialist controllable Pumping speed too high. ƒ Frequent error messa- Several controllers are Use only one controller for respon. - Page 63 Resolving problems Fault ` Possible cause Personnel 3Remedy In-line suction valve icon In-line suction valve Check the connection. User, ƒ ƒ Specialist flashes removed. Check plug connection. ƒ Plug disconnected. Replace defective parts. ƒ ƒ In-line suction valve Reconfiguration without In- ƒ...
- Page 64 Resolving problems Fault ` Possible cause Personnel 3Remedy No display Controller switched off. Switch on the controller; Specialist ƒ ƒ On/Off key. Power supply disconnec- ƒ ted. Check plug connection ƒ and wall power supply for Power supply not cor- ƒ...
- Page 65 Resolving problems Fault ` Possible cause Personnel 3Remedy Sensors submenu is per- Submenu Select the required sensor User, Sensors... ƒ ƒ Specialist manently displayed does not automatically by turning and pressing switch back to previous selection knob. display. After loading defaults Special factory settings Set language and pressure respon.
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Page 66: Controller Reset
Resolving problems Controller Reset Auto reset The following error indications will be reset automatically with Automatic reset remedy: Overpressure ƒ Process time elapsed ƒ Limit pressure reached ƒ Error air admittance valve ƒ Error Peltronic ƒ Active reset Several error indications need to be reset manually. Depending Reset after action on the fault severity different actions are required. - Page 67 Resolving problems IMPORTANT! Note the settings of stored programs, before loading > > Default. Load default settings Load factory settings...
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Page 68: Error Of External Components
Resolving problems Load factory settings Error of external components Error messages for defective external components such as In- line suction valve, vacuum sensor, etc. cannot be reset. > Replace defective accessories or > send defective accessories for repair to your local supplier or to our service. -
Page 69: Cleaning And Maintenance
Cleaning and maintenance 9 Cleaning and maintenance Cleaning IMPORTANT! This chapter does not contain descriptions for the deconta- mination of the controller. This chapter describes only simple cleaning and care measures. 9.1.1 Controller Clean surface > Clean soiled surface with a clean, slightly wetted cloth. To moisten the cloth we recommend water or mild soap. -
Page 70: Sensor Readjustment
Cleaning and maintenance Sensor readjustment NOTICE For readjustment the reference pressures need to be known with certainty In the pressure range 20 – 700 mbar (15 – 525 Torr) no adjustment is possible. Check the accuracy of the pressure sensor in case of irre- >... - Page 71 Cleaning and maintenance Adjustment under vacuum An adjustment under vacuum is only possible if the pressure is Adjustment under vacuum lower than < 20 mbar (< 15 Torr) absolute. 1. Evacuate the measurement connection of the controller or in case the connected external vacuum sensor VSK 3000 to a pressure <...
- Page 72 Cleaning and maintenance Adjustment at a reference pressure Instead of adjustment under vacuum to a pressure < 0,1 mbar Adjustment at (< 0.1 Torr), adjustment to a precisely known reference pressure reference pressure within the range of 0 – 20 mbar (0 – 15 Torr) is possible. 1.
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Page 73: Appendix
Appendix 10 Appendix 10.1 Technical information Product Technical information Vacuum controller Vacuum Controller Hei-VAC Control Internal Ceramic diaphragm (alumina), capacitive, vacuum sensor gas independent, absolute pressure 10.1.1 Technical data Ambient conditions Technical data (US) Working temperature 10–40 °C 50–104°F Transport- and storage -10–60 °C... - Page 74 Appendix Vacuum data Technical data basic device Hei-VAC Control, internal vacuum sensor (US) Measuring range, absolute 1080–0,1 mbar 810–0.1 Torr Max. control range 1060–0,1 mbar 795–0.1 Torr Resolution 0,1 mbar 0.1 Torr Max. admissible media temperature (gas): Temporarily 80 °C 176°F...
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Page 75: Rating Plate
Appendix 10.1.2 Rating plate In case of malfunction, please note type and serial number > > on the rating plate. When contacting our service department, name us product > > type and serial number. With this information we can offer selective support and advice for your product. -
Page 76: Interface Commands (See Online Instructions For Use)
Appendix 10.2 Interface commands (see Online Instructions for use) You get the Online Instructions for use from the technical service of Heidolph Instruments. 10.2.1 Pin assignment (RS232) Sub-D panel connector SUB-D 9 poles Sub-D 9 poles (rear side of controller) -
Page 77: Certifications
EN 12100:2010, EN 61326-1:2013, EN 61010-1:2010, EN IEC 63000:2018 Bevollmächtigter für die Zusammenstellung der technischen Unterlagen / Person Authorized to compile the technical file: Marcell Sarré - Heidolph Instruments GmbH & Co. KG, Walpersdorfer Straße 12, 91126 Schwabach / Germany S c h w a b a c h , 2 3 . -
Page 78: China Rohs Declaration Of Conformity
China RoHS DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Heidolph Instruments GmbH & Co.KG has made reasonable efforts to ensure that hazardous materials 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”... - Page 79 (Pb), mercury (Hg), cadmium (Cd), hexavalent chromium (CrVI), polybrominated biphenyls (PBB), and polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDE). Products manufactured by Heidolph Instruments GmbH & Co.KG may enter into further devices or can be used together with other appliances .
- Page 80 Manufacturer: Heidolph Instruments GmbH & Co. KG Walpersdorfer Str. 12 D-91126 Schwabach Phone: +49 9122-9920-0 Fax: +49 9122-9920-65 E-Mail: sales@heidolph.com Web: www.heidolph-instruments.com...