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  • Page 1 Operating Manual EasyLab  ...
  • Page 2 Operating Manual Operation instructions For EasyLab 1. General Information 2. Safety 3. Installation 4. Turn on & turn off 5. Panel operation 6. Manual quick purge 7. Principles of pressure control 8. Circulation 9. Regeneration 10. Parameter and Display Patterns 11.
  • Page 3 Operating Manual Chapter1 1.1 General Information 1.2 Entries Referring to the System 1.3 Scope of Delivery 1.4 Liability 1.5 Warranty 1.6 Modifications 1.7 Transport 1.8 Storage 1.9 Conventions Used in this Manual 1.10 Service Address Operating Manual Page 1-1...
  • Page 4: General Information

    Any duplication of this documentation, even in form of excerpts, is only permitted after having obtained the manufacturer’s information and concession. Title:..................... MBRAUN Glove Box Systems Standard operating Manual Edition: ............................
  • Page 5 Operating Manual ....................................................................................................................... Page 1–2 Operating Manual Glove Box Systems © GMBH – 01/2016 –- Version 3.0 1.3 Scope of Delivery The scope of delivery is defined by the acknowledgement of the order or as part of the contract.
  • Page 6 1.6 Modifications WARNING Danger of injury and damage! ► Changes and/or modifications of any kind to MBRAUN systems should be made by MBRAUN technicians only. Exceptions can be made with prior written confirmation from MBRAUN ► Any unauthorised change or modification to the system will cause the warranty to expire.
  • Page 7 ► The transport may only be performed with vehicles equipped with air suspension. Prior to installation and operation of the system, the Operating Instructions must be read and observed. Contact the MBRAUN Service Department with any questions. 1.8 Storage The system can be stored safely under the following conditions: ROOM Room temperature between +10°C and +40°C...
  • Page 8 Operating Manual 1.10 Service Address M. Braun InertGas Systems (Shanghai) Co., LTD Adress : Ground floor of Building #1 No. 145 Jintang Road Tangzhen, Pudong, Shanghai, 201201 P.R.China Tel: +86 (0)21 50320257 Fax: +86 (0)21 50320229 E-Mail: service@mbraunchina.com Internet: www.mbraunchina.com Operating Manual Page 1-6...
  • Page 9 Operating Manual Chapter 2 2.1 Safety Warnings 2.1.1 Safety Warnings on the system 2.1.2 Safety Warnings in the Manual 2.2 Safety Concept 2.3 Intended Use 2.4 Improper Use 2.5 Basic Safety Instructions 2.5.1 General 2.5.2 Emergencies 2.5.3 National Rules and Regulations 2.5.4 On-site Ruquirements 2.5.5 Observe the Operating Instructions 2.5.6 Qualification of the personnel...
  • Page 10 2.1 Safety Warnings 2.1.1 Safety Warnings on the System The following symbols refer to MBRAUN components and parts. However, components and parts of sub-suppliers may show other symbols, not expressly mentioned or referred to in this manual. The following caution and command symbols may be seen on the system:...
  • Page 11 Operating Manual Hazard! Indicates the possibility of very serious injury or fatality, and the possibility of considerable damage to property. Warning! Indicates the possibility of minor injury, the possibility of damage to the system or its accessories and of possible problems related to the quality of the inserted materials or processes.
  • Page 12 If the application requires that materials handled inside the glove box must not be exposed to ambient air in case of an extreme over- or under pressure situation, additional safety measures are required. Please contact the MBRAUN Service Department. 2.3 Intended Use The purpose of the...
  • Page 13 Operating Manual MBRAUN system is intended for professional use only. DANGER Risk of injury and damage! The system is designed to be operated with inert gas to protect products and production processes from moisture, oxygen, and nitrogen (option). ► Only use the system as described in the Operating instructions.
  • Page 14 Operating Manual WARNING Risk of injury and damage! MBRAUN standard systems are not equipped with any safety measures to secure personnel protection in case of failure of a system component. ► The system and the accessories are not allowed to be modified or changed without authorisation.
  • Page 15 Do not disconnect the water supply for systems containing components requiring a cooling water source. Prior to restarting, the system must be fully checked for safety, contact the MBRAUN Service Department after the emergency has been rectified. 2.5.3 National Rules and Regulations...
  • Page 16: Ambient Conditions

    (i.e. antechambers, etc.). ► All exhaust fumes should be vented through an adequate disposal/ventilation system. Contact MBRAUN if it is not possible to adhere to all the recommendations mentioned above. CAUTION Risk of injury and damage! For data on the on-site requirements, e.g.
  • Page 17 Operating Manual To ensure safe operation of the system and to maintain a safe working environment, the information contained within “Chapter 2 Safety” must be adhered to by all users of the system. Advice contained in this chapter is intended to supplement, not supersede, the safety advice given in other chapters of this manual and the general safety regulations and guidelines prevailing in the user’s workplace.
  • Page 18  Exhaust fumes All exhaust fumes should be vented through an adequate disposal/ventilation system. MBRAUN is not responsible for pollution of the environment and resultant serious health problems. 2.6 Hazards and Safety Measures Operating Manual Page 2-10...
  • Page 19 Note: On request, can recommend a portable personal gas alarm instrument that alerts MBRAUN the operator to a reduction of oxygen content in the ambient air. 2.6.2 Mechanical WARNING...
  • Page 20 Operating Manual 2.6.3 Electrical DANGER Hazardous electrical voltage! Risk of electric shock on direct and indirect contact with live parts with the possibility, involuntary muscle reaction, muscle paralysis, burnt tissues and organs, or death. ► The electrical cabinet is only allowed to be opened by an electrician or trained maintenance personnel.
  • Page 21 2.6.6 Solvents, Chemicals and Gases Solvents, chemicals and gases used in the system are not supplied by MBRAUN. Any substances handled within in the glovebox are provided and applied by the system user.
  • Page 22 Operating Manual DANGER Risk of damage or injury! Materials used may be flammable, explosive and/or toxic. Released chemicals may react with each other, leading to unwanted and/or unknown substances, which may cause additional risks. Solvents may destroy gaskets of the glove box or other system components (e.g.
  • Page 23 If the system meets any or all of the above: ► make it inoperable ► secure it against any unauthorized or unintentional operation ► Contact the MBRAUN Service Department Operating Manual Page 2-15...
  • Page 24 Operating Manual Chapter 3 3.1 Installation and Commissioning of the Glove Box System 3.1.1 Preparation 3.1.2 Site Location 3.1.3 Installation and Commissioning 3.1.4 Installation and Commissioning 3.2 Gases Used by the System 3.2.1 Overview 3.2.2 Working gas 3.2.3 Additional purging gas 3.2.4 Regeneration gas 3.3 Equipment for Connections 3.3.1 Preparation...
  • Page 25: Installation

    Risk of accident while handling gases! ► Competent and experienced personnel should only carry out connection of systems. MBRAUN standard systems are not suited for using radioactive or toxic agents. In such a case, special equipment components are required as well as special methods for the connections and precautions have to be observed.
  • Page 26 A final inspection and specification test is performed by a MBRAUN technician if the installation is made by MBRAUN. If the customer does the installation and first commissioning by himself, recommends to perform a complete system and specification test prior to operating the MBRAUN system.
  • Page 27 NOTE! Gas Type* – Other gas mixtures, including those with carbon dioxide and hydrogen, are possible. These require special preparation by MBRAUN. Preparation to facilitate the use of such gases is not included in the standard system – therefore only gas mentioned in table above should be used.
  • Page 28 Operating Manual 3.3.3 Additional Purge Gas Purging and filling the system with the desired inert working gas (when commissioning for the first time and after servicing or repairs of the system.) Gas type* Same as Working Gas Medium purity (4.8 or better); from bottles or other gas supply Purity facilities.
  • Page 29 3.3.3 Equipment for Additional Purge Gas NOTE! ! Required only for the “manual purging” method. When using the MBRAUN Automatic Purge method no preparations are required, in this case the working gas connection is used. Pressure Reducing Valve for Purge Gas: Pressure control of the purge gas when manual purging is applied.
  • Page 30 Operating Manual 3.3.4 Equipment for Regeneration Gas Connections NOTE! ! MBRAUN recommends the use of a special pressure reducing valve fitted with a non-standard secondary gauge that is calibrated between 0 – 1.5 bar (0 – 0.15 MPa). This is available from MBRAUN –...
  • Page 31 Operating Manual 3.3.5 Equipment for Vacuum Pumps Disposal Piping for Vacuum Pump Waste Gas: Exhaust Outlet for Waste Regeneration Gas: Connecting the Regeneration Gas Exhaust system connection with vacuum pump Optional (length as required): Material either Ø 9 mm reinforced hose, 3 mm wall thickness and adapter, or Ø...
  • Page 32 ► It is the customer’s responsibility to ensure that any required exhaust system is provided. MBRAUN is unaware of environmental pollution or effects detrimental to health caused by the spent regeneration gas, but these cannot be excluded. The manufacturer does not assume any liability.
  • Page 33 3.4.5 Power Connection The connection needs to be made to protected (fused) power supply that is equipped with a CPC (earth conductor). The required values for connection: see the type plate. For Easylab the power supply is 1 ph 220V AC 16A.
  • Page 34 Operating Manual Chapter 4 4. 1 Safety instructions 4. 2 System connection 4. 2. 1 Connect working-gas 4. 2. 2 Connect regeneration gas 4. 2. 3 Connect regeneration gas OUTLET 4. 2. 4 Connect vacuum pump OUTLET 4. 2. 5 Connect main power Operation instructions Page 4-1...
  • Page 35 If need to process, you need use specialized assembly units and method to connect the system, meanwhile, you must obey safety precaution. This handbook has no detailed description for this part. If you need, MBRAUN after-sale service department will provide you relevant information.
  • Page 36 Operating Manual Notice: Setting pressure correctly as required. Too high pressure will cause system damage, too low pressure will cause system unable to 4.2.3 Connect regeneration gas OUTLET Connect “Regeneration gas OUTLET” with exhausting device or port which provide 1. by customer Exhausting pipe line inside must be negative pressure 2....
  • Page 37 Operating Manual Chapter 5 5.1 Preparation 5.2 Starting up 5.3 Initial interface 5.4 Power off Diagram: : Dia. 1 Main switch : Dia. 2 Initial interface Operation instructions Page 5-1...
  • Page 38 Operating Manual 5.1 Preparation Read all previous chapters Working gas already connected well Regeneration gas already connected well Regeneration gas OUTLET already connected well Quick cleaning gas already prepared done Vacuum pump OUTLET already connected well Main switch already connected well Verify all piping and connector well 5.2 Starting up :...
  • Page 39 Operating Manual 5.3 Initial interface MBRAUN standard glovebox is equipped with touch-tone operation panel After startup, system will run self-inspection : Dia. 2 Initial interface Above graph is operation interface of Easylab system Above-mentioned system contains: 1 RKM 1 Circulation blower Contents on the display screen reflect basic function and indicator for box pressure, moisture and oxygen condition .
  • Page 40 Operating Manual 5.4 power off System should be turned off after close the circulation or finish the Regeneration. Notice: Don’t shut down the power when the circulation or regeneration is on Main power switch is on the electric cabinet of system , refer to chapter“ power on” power off: Turn “I ON”...
  • Page 41 Operating Manual Chapter 6 6.1 Summary 6.2 Display screen 6.3 Function keys 6.4 Setting keys 6.5 Parameter input Diagram : Dia. 1 touch-tone operation panel Operation instructions Page 6-1...
  • Page 42 Operating Manual 6.1 Brief introduction Touch-tone operation panel is the system display and control unit , installed on the body side of Easylab. Dia. 1 6.2 Displayer Touch-tone operation screen contains segment code display interface Operation instructions Page 6-2...
  • Page 43 Operating Manual 6.3 Function key Glovebox function is controlled by function keypad On the screen, corresponding location marks function name of function keypad Circulation- press this button to open box circulation, the corresponds indicator light will be always on . Regeneration- press this button, the corresponding light flashed, this moment the system do regeneration test, press key, ensure regeneration gas is ok, the...
  • Page 44 Operating Manual Vacuum pump- click this button to start system vacuum pump, the corresponds indicator light will be always on. Analyzer- click this button to start system Moisture and Oxygen analyzer, the corresponds indicator light will be always on. Lighting- click this button to start system lighting, the corresponds indicator light will be always on.
  • Page 45 Operating Manual 6. 4 SETTING KEYS The function of these three buttons “Illumination, quick purging, and ECO mode” is different when come to parameter setting mode. Press to Press light button increase the Press to for 5S to enter value decrease the setting mode value...
  • Page 46 Operating Manual Press to decrease the value Press to set H O alarm limit valve Goes to P2 increase the value Operation instructions Page 6-6...
  • Page 47 Operating Manual Press to decrease the value Press to increase the value Operation instructions Page 6-7...
  • Page 48 Operating Manual Chapter7 7.1 Summary 7.2 When to clean 7.3 Gas for cleaning 7.4 Manual cleaning 7.4.1 Essential condition 7.4.2 Cleaning process Diagram Dia. 1: air consumption for cleaning Dia. 2: manual cleaning process Operation instructions Page7-1...
  • Page 49 Operating Manual 7.1 summary When gloves is installed first time or open the box to maintenance, box inside is full of air. You must clean the box with N2, Argon & Helium to do air replacement. Cleaning is to replace air of box. The gas for cleaning is same as gas for working. 7.2 When to clean In principle, you need do the cleaning when O2 value is above 100ppm.
  • Page 50 Operating Manual 7.4 Manual cleaning Notice: It will cause terrible smell gas to the air when you clean the box, it will cause the pollution to the environment. Manufacturer is not responsible for this. You need use special method to clean when using poisonous or radioactive substance.
  • Page 51 Operating Manual Oxygen analyzer equipped by system can measure O content precisely. We suggest to start oxygen analyzer for a while to measure O content during cleaning process. When O < 100 ppm, take flexible pipe out from box, seal the blind plate with flange port immediately.
  • Page 52 Operating Manual Chapter 8 8.1 General Information 8.2 Principle 8.3 Noun Explanation 8.4 Change the box pressure within the limit of work pressure Diagram : Dia. 1 Theory of pressure control : dia. 2 Foot Pedals Operation instructions Page8-1...
  • Page 53 Operating Manual 8.1 General Information The system of MBRAUN Glovebox equipped with automatic pressure control of PLC 8.2 Principle Dia.1 Theory of pressure control 8.3 Noun Explanation Box pressure Current pressure Working pressure Expect pressure Pressure Range Work pressure between upper and lower limit by auto-control Upper and lower Set working pressure between-14.5mbar and 14.5mbar, the system...
  • Page 54 Operating Manual 8.4 Change the box pressure within the limit of working pressure MBRAUN glovebox series has pedals. Box pressure can be set through the pedals in work pressure between the upper and lower adjustment. 8.4.1 Operation of pedals Touch right pedal Increase the pressure within the set limit.
  • Page 55 Operating Manual Chapter 9 9.1 General Information 9.2 The state of the purification column 9.3 Necessary condition 9.4 Circulation mode 9.4.1 Open and close circulation mode Diagram: : Dia.1 Theory of circulation Dia.2: Box gas cycle Operation instructions Page9-1...
  • Page 56 Operating Manual 9.1 Profile MBRAUN Glove Box remove water an oxygen through gas cycle, that means the working gas cycle in box and purification column constantly .This way can guarantee system stability, economic effectively to purify gas. Notice: The circulation mode must be keep opening when Glovebox is used .Only in this way can...
  • Page 57 Operating Manual Picture shows the gas flow patter in circulation mode (simple purifier). Dia. 2 Attention: Circulation function can be used directly when the Glovebox is tested on the first time, because the purifier has been regeneration before shipment. 9.4.1 Open and close circulation mode Operation instructions Page9-3...
  • Page 58 Operating Manual Open butterfly valve on purifier before turn on circulation. The circulation function will active after touching the circular button. Attention: The cycle can start only after purifier regeneration end. The red light above circular button will on when the circulation mode is started. Regeneration function will be locked until the circulation end and the cycle can be carry out.
  • Page 59 Operating Manual Chapter 10 10.1 General information 10.2 Necessary condition 10.3 Regeneration program 10.3.1 Start regeneration program 10.3.2 Perform regeneration program 10.3.3 Over regeneration program Operation instructions Page10-1...
  • Page 60 Operating Manual 10.1 General information After the purifier working a period of time, Oxygen/moisture is saturated in purifier. Now in order to recover the ability on removing moisture and oxygen, it should perform regeneration program. Regeneration regularly, especially the content of water and oxygen rising .Regeneration of interval depend on the status and using of customers.
  • Page 61 Operating Manual Attention: The cycle program must shut down before regeneration and also purifier inlet and outlet of the butterfly valve need to manually shut down. Please shut down circulation by clicking circulation button when the circulation is active, and then regeneration button is effective, meanwhile the VPG keeps running.
  • Page 62 Operating Manual step time movement zero begin Reg. gas NO.1 test begin Reg. gas No.2 test end 3-16 NO.3- perform automatic regeneration program NO.1 after 16 hours program end Attention: Please make sure there is enough regeneration gas before perform automatic regeneration program .Refer to the debug and installation chapter.
  • Page 63 Operating Manual Chapter 11 11.1 Parameters setting of glovebox 11.1.1 General information 11.1.2 Initial Display 11.1.3 Original interface-box status display 11.1.4 Working pressure limit 11.1.5 Box oxygen index value alarm 11.1.6 Box moisture index value alarm 11.1.7 Zero calibration of box pressure 11.1.8 Parameter setting 11.1.9 ECO mode 11.2 State information...
  • Page 64 Operating Manual 11.1 Parameters setting of glovebox 11.1.1 General information On the operation panel , it shows the system all the information、variables and parameter. The system has been sated appropriate parameters, but user can change this parameter if necessary. 11.1.2 Initial display The system will enter the initial state interface once power on.
  • Page 65 Operating Manual 11.1.3 Original interface- box status display Start interface as shown on the left ,it shows the box the current atmosphere, these data are real-time measurement by installed on the box body probe Attention: The circulation and the analyzer must be active at the same time to ensure that measurements are accurate value of the current state of the box.
  • Page 66 Operating Manual Working pressure settings interface as shown on the left, it shows the limit on the box are allowed to work pressure, 14.5mbar represent positive pressure 1450pa, -14.5mbar represent negative pressure 1450pa. The picture above shows the corresponding maximum working pressure limit through the right side of the knob to adjust.
  • Page 67 Operating Manual 11.1.5 Box oxygen index value alarm The left paragraph shows oxygen index value alarm, P1 parameters used to set the upper limit of the box oxygen alarming index, the system will alarm prompts on the display screen out oxygen when actual situation more than the set value The system will change to the setting P...
  • Page 68 Operating Manual 11.1.6 Box moisture index value alarm Water alarm parameters interface as shown in the left, P2 is used to set the upper limit of the inland waters of the warning index, when actual situation than the set value, the system will jump out of the oxygen on the display screen alarm prompt Clicking light button for 5 seconds, the...
  • Page 69 Operating Manual 11.1.7 Zero calibration of box pressure Zero pressure parameters interface as shown on the left, P3 parameter is used to set the box pressure of zero adjustment Press light button for 5 seconds, the system will turn to the police P parameter Settings interface.
  • Page 70 Operating Manual Under ECO mode, if box pressure exceed the upper pressure limit alarm, the system will automatically shut down the circulation blower, turn on the vacuum pump and gas exhaust through the VV valve. 11.2 State information Alarm interface As shown on the left by oxygen content display, the operator can see the alarm information, if system has an alarm, the...
  • Page 71 Operating Manual Chapter12 12.1 Summary 12.2 Working Principle 12.3 Important notes 12.4 Transferring Material into the Box 12.4.1 Preparation 12.4.2 Evacuate 12.4.3 Refill 12.4.4 Take material out of antechamber 12.5 Transferring Material out of the Box 12.5.1Preparation 12.5.2 Take material out of antechamber 12.6 Round Antechamber 12.6.1 Open/Close antechamber door Diagram...
  • Page 72 Operating Manual 12.1 Summary Antechambers are designed for transferring material into or out of the inert glove box without polluting the inert box internal atmosphere during the respective procedures. 12.2 Working Principle Dia. 1 Operation instructions Page12-2...
  • Page 73 Note! This would result in pollution of the box atmosphere and possibly in damage of measuring If the system is equipped with a separate vacuum pump, MBRAUN recommends that the instruments and material within the box. pump is switched off using the control panel when not required. The pump will be restarted automatically on the next evacuation/refill cycle.
  • Page 74 Operating Manual Open the hand valve on the evacuate piping(DN40) 。 Suggestion: MBRAUN suggest that at least the vacuum of antechamber be evacuated to <0.5mbar。 Close hand valve 12.4.3 Refill Dia. 3 Open the hand valve on refilling line(DN10) 。...
  • Page 75 Operating Manual Close hand valve ( DN10) 12.4.4 Take material out of antechamber · Open inner door ·If a sliding tray is available: Pull out sliding tray; take out material from the tray; then slide the tray into antechamber. ·If no sliding tray is available: Transfer the material directly into box ·Close inner door Suggestion: The antechamber valves must be returned to closed-position after each step of the...
  • Page 76 MBRAUN service department. Note! If the system is equipped with a separate vacuum pump, MBRAUN recommends that the pump is switched off using the control panel when not required. The pump will be restarted automatically on the next evacuation/refill cycle.
  • Page 77 Operating Manual 12.6 Round antechamber 12.6.1 Open/Close antechamber door Risk of damage! An evacuated antechamber cannot be opened. The attempt to open a door of an evacuated antechamber may damage the door locking mechanism. Never open inner and outer antechamber doors simultaneously and Never open the inner door of an antechamber filled with ambient atmosphere.
  • Page 78 Operating Manual ► The antechamber door is supported by the pneumatic spring mechanism. ► Pull out sliding tray slowly To close: Turn the locking mechanism clockwise, until the antechamber door is closed. Ensure that the door is fully lowered before sealing the antechamber door. Do not over tighten the antechamber door locking mechanism.
  • Page 79 Operating Manual Chapter13 13.1 General informations 13.1.1 Connect the analyzer 13.1.2 Turn on the analyzer 13.1.3 Turn off the analyzer 13.2 Calibration 13.3 Oxygen analyzer (MB OX-SE-1) 13.3.1 General 13.3.2 Construction 13.3.3 Technical data 13.3.4 Connection 14.3.5 Installation 13.3.6 Trouble shooting 13.4 Moisture analyzer(MB MO-SE-1)...
  • Page 80 Operating Manual 13.1 General informations NOTE! Both oxygen& Moisture sensors are option. The measured H2O and/or O2 values are shown on the operation panel display. 13.1.1 Connect the analyzer Usually both analyzers will be assembled on the gas outlet of glovebox, to make sure the sensors will always measure the worst atmosphere of the whole box .This design will be good for controlling the pure N2/Ar atmosphere of the glovebox.
  • Page 81 Operating Manual 13.1.2 Turn on the analyzer NOTE! Operating the sensor at oxygen levels of >1000 ppm (e.g. in air) does not damage the sensor element irreversibly, but it should be avoided. If exposed to air, it will take several hours until the sensor will measure low oxygen levels correctly in Inert Gas.
  • Page 82 Click the analyzer button again can turn off both the sensors. 13.2 Calibration Calibration of Sensors All MBRAUN sensors have a certified calibration before shipping. The calibration cycle depends on the demand for accuracy as well as on the conditions of the gas to be measured (purity, spurious gases etc.).
  • Page 83 13.3 Oxygen Analyser (MB-OX-SE-1) 13.3.1 General The MB-OX-SE-1 sensor has been designed to control the atmosphere of MBRAUN Systems for residual Oxygen content. The measuring range is 0 to 1000 ppm. The measuring range from 0 – 100 ppm is linear. The measurement range is calibrated for use below 1000 ppm as the sensor output, above 100 ppm, not truly linear.
  • Page 84 13.3.3 Technical Data In clean argon-atmosphere, without interfering gases like H O or CO In absence of reactive gases (contact MBRAUN Service for further advice) 13.3.4 Connection The connection for the Oxygen Sensor is made with an RJ45 (8-pole) Socket Connector. The pin layout is shown in the table below.
  • Page 85 13.3.6 Trouble-shooting The oxygen probe does not contain user-serviceable parts. Therefore, in case of defects the probe has to be returned complete and unopened to MBRAUN or the authorized representative. On request, MBRAUN may offer exchange probes. Description of Malfunction...
  • Page 86 13.4 Moisture Analyser (MB MO-SE-1) 13.4.1 General The MB-MO-SE1 has been designed to control the atmosphere of the MBRAUN Systems for residual moisture content. The measuring range is 0 to 500 ppm. The measuring range from 0 – 50 ppm is linear. The measurement range is calibrated for use below 500 ppm, as the sensor output above 50 ppm, is not truly linear.
  • Page 87 Operating Manual 205 mm, height 80 mm, depth 58 Mechanical Length over all: Sensor-part: length 42 mm, diameter 14 mm Flange: NW 40 KF Weight: 0.7 kg Electrical Supply voltage: 24 VDC ±10% Environment Ambient temperature: +15 to +27 °C Pressure: 800 to 1200 mbar (Differential pressure sensor to...
  • Page 88 Operating Manual Pin-No. Contact Supply Ground Switching ON/OFF 24 V Signal Ground Not Connected Live bit (H2O) Signal 0 - +10 V Supply +24 V Supply Ground 13.4.5 Installation The Moisture Sensor is mounted on an appropriate vacuum-tight NW40 flange by means of a centring ring and a clamp.
  • Page 89 Risk of damage! When cleaning the sensors it is important that contamination from the ambient atmosphere is prevented. Therefore, MBRAUN recommends that the box parameters are set to a pressure of between +1.0 and +5.0 mbar (see parameters chapter) and that the circulation mode is switched OFF.For Glove Box systems that must...
  • Page 90 Operating Manual CAUTION Risk of injury! Be cautious when handling phosphorous acid. Wear protective gloves and goggles. ► Any phosphorous acid getting in contact with your skin should immediately be rinsed off using running water. ► When getting in contact with your eyes, the acid should immediately be rinsed also using running water;...
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  • Page 93 Operating Manual Chapter14 14.1 General information 14.2 Technical data 14.3 Exchanging dust filters 14.3.1 Method for exchanging the filter Diagram Dia. 1 Replacing the box HEPA - Filter Operation instructions Page14-1...
  • Page 94 The standard filter is of a HEPA format (class H13) - i.e. filtering 99.999% of particles – typically down to 0.3 microns MBRAUN can also supply finer filters (e.g. Class U15 – Filtering 99.99995% of particles), filters charged with Activated Carbon (for absorbing certain 14.3 Exchanging dust filters...
  • Page 95 Operating Manual ►Unscrew used dust filter. ► Screw new dust filter in place. Note: Depending upon the substances used inside the glove box, the replaced filter may need to be treated with care outside of the glove box atmosphere. Please refer to all local Environmental, Safety and Health guidelines that may apply for the type of substances used within the glove box.
  • Page 96 Operating Manual Chapter15 15.1 Generation information 15.2 Technical data 15.3 Replacing gloves 15.4 Glove port covers 15.5 Standard Spare Parts and Accessories for MBRAUN Gloves Operation instructions Page15-1...
  • Page 97 Note: For working with higher temperatures, MBRAUN also offers gloves made of butyl with a hypalon layer. Permeability Constant (P) = gas flow through a material of 1cm thickness at a standard pressure and temperature.
  • Page 98 15.3 Replacing gloves Note: MBRAUN recommends that the gloves be replaced at regular intervals. The gloves must be changed upon signs of wear and tear that may or have caused Before changing gloves ensure that, the glove box is atmosphere is safe to breathe.
  • Page 99 After the changing of gloves, the glove box atmosphere will require purging to remove any undesired oxygen and/or moisture. (see chapter on Purging the System) 15.4 Glove port covers Glove Port Covers MBRAUN glove port covers are available as an option. The glove port covers are for Operation instructions Page15-4...
  • Page 100 The outer-glove port prevents un-required gloves from being an obstruction when operating the box above atmospheric pressure. Glove port covers can be ordered from MBRAUN Service Department Glove port cover 15.5 Standard Spare Parts and Accessories for...
  • Page 101 (rechts) 6000035 Schleusenbalken Türhalter Door arm complete (left) 3240521 2-Wege-Kugelhahn 3/8‘‘ 2-way ball valve 3/8‘‘ 9004501 Handventil (DN40 VA) Hand valve (DN40KF SS) Other gloves, as well as O-Rings, are available by request from MBRAUN Service Department. Operation instructions Page15-6...
  • Page 102 Operating Manual Chapter16 16.1 Components of Third-Party Manufacturers 16.2 Regular Maintenance and Service 16.3 Quarterly and Annual Maintenance and Service Operation instructions Page16-1...
  • Page 103 Note: If the box is equipped with an MBRAUN Clean-Jet unit then the interior of the box and window may also be vacuumed with a brush attachment. Gloves Check the gloves for damage;...
  • Page 104 Operating Manual Check antechamber seals for Antechambers damage. If the antechamber doors are difficult to open or to close, grease or lubricate threads lightly. Caution: Some areas system must left without grease lubrication. In this case, grease or lubricants should not be used. Connections Check connections for firm seat and are leak free.
  • Page 105 Operating Manual Type of System Quarterly Annuall Glove Box Check the Omega Check and if necessary • • sealing for the windows replace the sealing for the windows Check the gloves and • glove ports Check the Omega sealing • of the windows Check the magnetic valves •...
  • Page 106 Operating Manual Chapter17 17.1 General information 17.2 Warning and alarm message 17.3 Explain of the fault message Operation instructions Page17-1...
  • Page 107 , and still the warning E1 comes, please contact service department of MBRAUN . Alarm E2:When warning E2 comes, please contact service department of MBRAUN . Alarm E3:First step check if the circulation works, to make sure it is...
  • Page 108 Alarm E5:First step check the VPG if it’s working . Second step check the VV valve if it works Or shut down the system , contact service department of MBRAUN . Alarm E6:Check the gas supply if there is enough gas in bottle. If there is no problem of gas supply , shut down the system , contact service department of MBRAUN Alarm E7:When warning E7 appears, please contact service department of MBRAUN .
  • Page 109 Operating Manual Chapter18 18.1 Common spare parts Operation instructions Page18-1...
  • Page 110 Operating Manual 18.1 Common spare parts list Power feedthrough:1500439 Liquid feedthrough:C910003/4 BNC connector:9005181 150mm Rotary cover:9002012 Inner Gloveport cover:9002371 Solvent filter:9004451 Charcoal :2604519 Copper catalyst:2600839 Dust filter:9004513 Flow meter:3240052 Electromagnetic valve:4600977 Glove port:7067141/7067142 Operation instructions Page18-2...
  • Page 111 Operating Manual 220mm gloves:3000047 Static remover:1500522 Molecular sieve:3240262 Butterfly valve:9004501 Clamps Vacuum pump:470013 KF40 clamp 3200055 KF25 clamp C300002 Filter core for solvent filter Moisture sensor:1500685 Oxygen sensor:1500686 40mm blind:C570002 Centering O ring 2400309 O ring for Gloveport 239X7 2603048 250X4 2400138 O ring for chamber:280X4 2400273 Operation instructions...