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Inficon QS5 Operating Manual

Inficon QS5 Operating Manual

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O P E R A T I N G
M A N U A L
QS5
Vacuum Pump

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  • Page 1 O P E R A T I N G M A N U A L Vacuum Pump...
  • Page 2 QS5 is a high-quality, two-stage rotary vane vacuum pump designed for fast evacuation, deep vacuum, simplified maintenance and durability. With normal use and care as outlined in this manual, your QS5 will provide you with many years of trouble-free operation.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table Of Contents The QS5’s High Performance Features... . . 2 Specifications ....... . . 3 Safety Precautions .

  • Page 4: The Qs5'S High Performance Features

    QS5 Operating Manual 1.0 The QS5’s High Performance Features High vacuum, high speed pump  Two-stage rotary-vane design provides deep, 15 micron ultimate vacuum and reduces evacuation time.  Internal oil pumping design Internal oil pump lubricates the pump chamber and bearings.

  • Page 5: Specifications

    Power switch is set to the “OFF” position before plugging into power supply. The QS5’s motor is equipped with an automatically resetting thermal overload switch. If the switch is tripped, the motor can restart without any warning when the motor has cooled.

  • Page 6: Identification Of Parts

    The QS5 has been designed to operate most efficiently on high viscosity vacuum pump oil. Other vacuum pump oil may work, but performance results may not be as stated.

  • Page 7: Start-Up Procedure

    DO NOT OVERFILL. Remove cap from one of the inlet ports. Turn power switch ON. Let the QS5 run to warm-up. When it is running smoothly, replace cap on the inlet port. Turn power switch OFF and connect to system. Use hoses rated for high-vacuum work.

  • Page 8: Using The Gas Ballast

    OPERATIONING TEMPERATURE (50°C-70°C / 122°F-158°F) BEFORE ANY CONDENSABLE VAPORS ARE PUMPED. FAILURE TO DO THIS MAY CONTAMINATE THE OIL AND DAMAGE THE PUMP. The QS5 is now ready to evacuate air conditioning and refrigeration systems. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD THE FITTINGS ON THE VACUUM PUMP BE USED FOR REFRIGERANT TRANSFER, AS DAMAGE WILL OCCUR TO THE VALVE.

  • Page 9: Maintenance

    Poor vacuum reading or a gray or milky appearance to the oil usually indicates that the oil is contaminated. If the QS5 is pumping condensable vapors, it may be necessary to change the oil after each process so that the pump does not sit with contaminated oil.

  • Page 10: Trouble-Shooting

    QS5 Operating Manual 9.0 Trouble-Shooting Problem Possible Cause Remedy Does not achieve 1. Loose/open fittings 1. Make sure all good vacuum connections are tight, gas 2. Not enough oil ballast & oil fill cap are closed and unused inlet is 3.

  • Page 11: Warranty

    All such other warranties are expressly disclaimed. INFICON shall have no liability in excess of the price paid to INFICON for the machine plus return transportation charges prepaid. INFICON shall have no liability for any incidental or consequential damages.
  • Page 12 TWO TECHNOLOGY PLACE EAST SYRACUSE, NY 13057-9714 USA Phone: 1-800-344-3304 Fax: 315-434-2552 E-Mail: service.tools@inficon.com www.inficonservicetools.com 074-518-P1C...

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