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Chemistry pumping unit series PC 510 select PC 511 select PC 520 select PC 610 select PC 611 select PC 620 select Instructions for use Original instructions EN-US 20901101...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS About this manual User information ..............5 Instruction manual layout ............. 6 Presentation conventions............7 Symbols and pictograms ............8 Action instructions ..............9 Abbreviations ................. 10 Explanation of terms.............. 11 Safety instructions Use ..................13 2.1.1 Proper use..............
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4.3.2 Exhaust connection (OUT) ..........35 4.3.3 Coolant connection on the condenser......36 4.3.4 Venting connection ............37 4.3.5 Gas ballast (GB) ............. 39 Electrical connection ............. 40 Operation Switching on................43 Operation with controller ............44 5.2.1 Operator interface............44 5.2.2 User interface PC 520 or PC 620........
About this manual About this manual This User manual is part of the product you have purchased. This instruction manual is valid for all pumping unit models, to- gether with the instruction manual of the VACUU SELECT controller, and is intended specifically for operators. 1.1 User information Safety Instruction manual...
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About this manual 4 Optional instruction manual: Accessories 1.3 Presentation conventions Warning messages Presentation of DANGER warning messages Warning of imminent danger. Failure to observe this warning may result in imminent danger to life or severe injury. Please follow the instructions for prevention! Ø...
About this manual 1.4 Symbols and pictograms This instruction manual uses symbols and pictograms. These safety symbols and pictograms indicate specific dangers or requirements when handling the product. Warning signs with safety symbols on the product provide a visualization of the potential hazard. Safety symbols Explanation of General danger sign.
About this manual 1.5 Action instructions Action instructions (simple) Action instructions ð You are requested to take action. Result of the action Action instructions (multiple steps) 1. First action step 2. Next action step Result of the action Action instructions that require several steps must be followed in the order they are described.
About this manual 1.6 Abbreviations Abbreviations used >/ No greater than abs. Absolute Separator flask Atmospheric pressure (bar graph, program) Diameter Diameter nominal Emission condenser Peltronic emission condenser or Peltronic EK Outlet (exhaust, exit), exhaust gas connection ATEX device marking Fluoropolymer rubber Gas type ind.
Dry ice condenser Cooling condenser with receiving flask and dry ice as cooling medium installed at the outlet (pressure side). VACUU·BUS VACUUBRAND bus system for the communication of pe- ripheral devices with VACUU BUS-capable measuring equipment and controllers. VACUU·BUS ad-...
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VACUU BUS plug 4-pin round plug for the VACUUBRAND bus system. VACUU BUS config- Using a measuring device or controller to assign a new uration VACUU BUS address to a VACUU BUS component.
Safety instructions Safety instructions The information in this chapter must be observed by all persons who work with the device described here. The safety instructions are valid for all life stages of the product. 2.1 Use The device may only be used in perfect technical condition. 2.1.1 Proper use Proper use A chemistry pumping unit of the PC 5xx/6xx select product series is a...
Safety instructions 2.1.2 Improper use Improper use Improper use or any use that does not correspond with the technical data can lead to personal or material damage. Improper use is considered: use that contradicts the proper use, operation in unauthorized ambient and operating conditions, operation with obvious faults, damages or defective safety equipment, unauthorized extensions and modifications, especially when...
Safety instructions 2.2 Responsibilities Follow the instructions for all actions as they are specified in this in- struction manual. Responsibilities of the operator Operator responsibil- The operator defines the responsibilities and ensures that only ities trained or qualified personnel work on the vacuum system. This ap- plies in particular to connection, assembly work, maintenance tasks and fault elimination.
Fault reporting Fault elimination Device fuse replacement Maintenance Repair Repair order Cleaning, simple Emptying separator Decommissioning Decontamination 3 See also homepage: VACUUBRAND > Support > Repair instructions 4 Or have decontamination carried out by a qualified service provider. 20901101_EN-US_PC5xx_6xx select Serie_V1.5_171022...
Safety instructions 2.4 General safety information Quality standards Products of VACUUBRAND GMBH + CO KG are subject to high qual- and safety ity control requirements in terms of safety and operation. Each product is put through an extensive test program before delivery. Follow the instructions for all actions as they are specified in this in- struction manual.
Safety instructions 2.7 Laboratory and work materials DANGER Hazardous materials leak at the outlet. When operating the vacuum, hazardous, toxic substances can leak into the ambient air at the outlet. Please observe the safety regulations for handling haz- Ø ardous materials and media. Remember that adhesive process media can present a Ø...
Safety instructions Preventing foreign bodies inside the pump Observing the vac- Particles, liquids and dust are not permitted inside the vacuum uum pump design pump. ð Do not pump any substances that can form deposits inside the vacuum pump. ð Install suitable separators and/or filters in front of the inlet. Suitable filters are chemical resistant, clog-free and ensure a constant flow rate.
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Safety instructions ð If possible, lay the exhaust hose so that it is descending from the outlet; i.e. running downward, so that no backlog can form. ð Incorrect measurement due to blocked vacuum line, e.g. con- densate in the vacuum line can distort the measurements of the vacuum sensor.
Safety instructions ð When setting up the device, observe a minimum distance of 5 cm between the cooling fan and adjacent parts (e.g. housing, walls, etc.). ð Always ensure that there is sufficient air supply; if necessary, provide an external forced ventilation system. ð...
Safety instructions Restart procedure If the vacuum pump switches off due to these safety measures, the fault must be reset manually: Disconnect the pumping unit from the power supply -> Eliminate the cause of the error -> Restart the pumping unit after a wait time of approx. 5 minutes. 2.10 ATEX device category Installation and explosive environment Installation and operation in areas where an explosive atmos-...
Safety instructions Restrictions on operating conditions Explanation of usage Meaning for devices marked with X: conditions X The devices have a low mechanical protection and must be in- Type plate example stalled so that they cannot be mechanically damaged from the outside;...
Product description Product description Pumping units of the PC 5xx/6xx select series essentially consist of membrane pump, regulated by Electromagnetic and/or manual in- ® let valves, a VACUU·SELECT vacuum controller as well as a cooler with a separator. Coolers are available in different designs. The cool- ers differ in how they function.
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Product description 4 Emission condenser EK 5 Outlet – Exhaust connection ® 6 On/Off button VACUU·SELECT Controller ® 7 VACUU·SELECT Sensor(s), installed in pumping unit housing 8 Nameplate 9 Gas ballast valve 10 Handle 11 Coolant connections 12 VACUU·SELECT® control unit, removable 13 Inlet –...
Product description 3.2 Chemistry pumping unit series Overview of chem- istry pumping unit models Meaning Chemistry pumping unit Pump Steps Valve Valve elec- head manual tric PC 510 select PC 610 select PC 511 select PC 611 select PC 520 select PC 620 select 20901101_EN-US_PC5xx_6xx select Serie_V1.5_171022...
Product description Product-specific abbreviations Product-specific ab- Separator flask, installed at inlet or outlet breviations Emission condenser, installed at outlet PC …. Chemistry pumping unit with type code 3.3 Condensers and coolers 3.3.1 Separator/condenser at inlet Connection on separator flask Connections on AK Meaning 1 Vacuum inlet connection IN 3.3.2 Condenser at outlet...
Product description 3.4 Application example Local area vacuum network -> Example Local area vacuum network Description ® Process example: VACUU·LAN , local area vacuum network with three valve modules Vacuum hose (permanently installed PTFE hose lines) Lab furniture PC 611 select vacuum pumping unit Exhaust gas hose (diverted into a fume hood) 20901101_EN-US_PC5xx_6xx select Serie_V1.5_171022...
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Product description Drying -> Example Drying Description Chiller Coolant hoses Exhaust gas hose (diverted into a fume hood) PC 510 select vacuum pumping unit Vacuum hose Example of use: drying cabinet Control of two applications in parallel -> Example Vacuum control of 2 processes Description PC 620 select vacuum pumping unit Process B: Rotary evaporation...
Installation and connection Installation and connection 4.1 Transport Products from VACUUBRAND are packaged in stable, recyclable packaging. The original packaging is customized to your product for safe transport. ð If possible, keep the original packaging, e.g. for sending in for re- pairs.
Installation and connection Please note that the pumping unit can weigh more than 20 kg. Lift the device out of the packaging using the recessed grips on the sides. Never use attachment parts such as brackets or glass flasks to aid in lifting. Use only the recessed grips on the sides and/or the handle to transport it to the installation location.
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Installation and connection Installing the vacuum pump -> Example Sketch of minimum distances in labora- tory furniture ð Place the vacuum pump on a stable, vibration-free, level sur- face. ð When installing laboratory furniture, maintain the minimum distance of 5 cm (2 in.) to adjacent objects or surfaces. ð...
Installation and connection 4.3 Connection (supply connections) On the pumping unit, supply connections are provided for vacuum and exhaust, and optionally for gas ballast, ventilation and coolant. Set up the connection for your pumping unit as described in the fol- lowing examples.
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Installation and connection 1. Join the sealing ring (a), the cap nut (b) and hose nozzle (c) as pictured. 2. Slide the vacuum hose (d) from the apparatus onto the hose nozzle and fasten the vacuum hose, e.g. with a hose clamp. You will achieve the optimal vacuum for your application if you ob- serve the following points: ð...
Installation and connection 4.3.2 Exhaust connection (OUT) WARNING Risk of bursting due to excess pressure in the ex- haust line. Unacceptably high pressure in the exhaust line may cause the vacuum pump to burst or damage seals. The exhaust line (outlet, gas outlet) must always be open Ø...
Installation and connection 4.3.3 Coolant connection on the condenser Coolant connection An emission condenser EK has one connection for coolants. Water or Inflow and outflow liquid in the circuit of a recirculating chiller, for example, is suitable for cooling. In a closed, internal coolant circuit, the pressure should be lim- ited to 3 bar (44 psi).
Installation and connection 4.3.4 Venting connection DANGER Explosion risk due to air ventilation. Depending on the process, a potentially explosive mixture can form during ventilation, or other dangerous situations can occur. Never ventilate processes with air in which a potentially Ø...
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Installation and connection Vent with inert gas – connect venting valve Required connection material: Hose for inert gas connection (Ø 4 mm), e.g., silicone tube 4/6 mm. Venting valve inert gas connection 1. Insert hose (b) into VENT connection (a) and secure the hose with the union nut. 2.
Installation and connection 4.3.5 Gas ballast (GB) Use ambient air as gas ballast DANGER Explosion risk due to air as gas ballast. By using air as a gas ballast, a small amount of oxygen en- ters the inside of the vacuum pump. Depending on the process, a potentially explosive mixture can form due to oxygen in the air, or other dangerous situations can occur.
Installation and connection ð Remove the black gas ballast cap and connect a gas ballast adapter in its place. On request, we can send you connection options and adapters for hose nozzles or small flanges. 4.4 Electrical connection Connecting the pumping unit to the electrical system -> Example Electrical connection of the pumping unit...
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Installation and connection Power connections with country code -> Example Diagrams of standard Power plug types power connections with ground contact 1 UK 2 CN 3 IND 4 US 5 CEE 6 CH The vacuum pump is delivered ready for use with the matching power plug.
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Installation and connection -> Example Schematic drawing of controller with connected valve and sensors Accessories -> see chapter Ordering information 20901101_EN-US_PC5xx_6xx select Serie_V1.5_171022...
1. Switch on the rocker switch (a) – switch position I. 2. Press the ON/OFF button (b) on the controller. Display with start screen. After approx. 30 seconds, the process display appears with the control elements in the display of the controller. WEB: VACUUBRAND/Produkte/Messgeräte und Controller/Vakuum regeln 20901101_EN-US_PC5xx_6xx select Serie_V1.5_171022...
Operation 5.2 Operation with controller 5.2.1 Operator interface Operator interface ® VACUU·SELECT with process display Process display Pressure display for a process 1 Status bar 2 Analog pressure display – pressure curve 3 Digital pressure display – pressure value (target value, actual value, pres- sure unit) 4 Process display with context functions 5 Screen navigation...
Operation Controls Controls Button Function Vacuum controller Start Start an application – only in the process display Stop Stop an application – always possible. VENT – Ventilate system (Option) Button press < 2 Sec. = briefly ventilate, regulation continues. Button press > 2 Sec. = ventilate to atmospheric pres- sure, vacuum pump is stopped.
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Operation Process screen Pressure display for two electronically controlled processes A and B 1 Status bar 2 Process screen B – in the background 3 Analogue pressure display – pressure curve 4 Digital pressure display – pressure value (target value, actual value, pres- sure unit) 5 Process screen A –...
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Operation Assignment VACUU·BUS addresses VACUU·BUS ad- Component VACUU·BUS Address no. dresses for processes name Process A Process B A and B In-line solenoid valve INLET-V 1, 3 2, 4 Venting valve VENT-V 1, 3 2, 4 Vacuum sensor, capacitive VS-C 1, 3 2, 4 Pirani vacuum sensor VS-P...
Operation Switch the process screen from B to A -> Example Switch from process B to process A ð Tap on rear pressure curve. Process A in front. Operation process A enabled. Operation process B locked. 5.2.3 Operation Starting the vacuum controller Start 20901101_EN-US_PC5xx_6xx select Serie_V1.5_171022...
Operation Stopping the vacuum controller Stop Ventilating Ventilating 5.2.4 Operation with gas ballast Meaning The supply from the gas ballast (= gas addition) ensures that vapors are not condensed in the vacuum pump; instead, they are emitted out of the pump. This allows greater amounts of condensable va- pors to be pumped, which extends the service life.
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Operation Opening/closing the gas ballast valve Operating the gas ballast valve ð Turn the black gas ballast cap in any direction to open or close the gas ballast valve. ð If possible, only evacuate the condensable vapors, e.g. water vapor, solvents, etc., when the vacuum pump is at operating temperature and the gas ballast valve is open.
Operation 5.3 Switching off (decommissioning) Switching off the pumping unit Switching off, e.g. 1. Stop the process and allow the pumping unit to continue run- taking the pumping ning for approx. 30 minutes with open gas ballast or open inlet unit out of operation (IN).
Operation 5.4 Storage Storing the pumping unit 1. Clean the The pumping unit if it is dirty. 2. Recommendation: Carry out preventative maintenance before you put The pumping unit into storage. Especially if it has been in operation for more than 15,000 hours. 3.
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 6.1 Technical assistance To find and eliminate errors, use the table g Error – cause – correc- tive measure on page 53. For technical assistance or in case of faults, please contact our Ser- vice department. The device should only be operated in perfect technical condition. ð...
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Troubleshooting Error Cause Corrective measure Personnel Use another external ventilation valve if necessary. Ventilation valve Ventilation valve sen- Replace defective Qualified does not switch sor defective. components. employee Vacuum pump does Pumping unit Switch on Pumping Operator not start switched off. unit.
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Troubleshooting Error Cause Corrective measure Personnel Check the gas ballast cap. Replace defective components. No suction capacity Deposits in the vac- Clean and test pump Qualified or very little uum pump. heads. employee Membrane or valves Replace the mem- defective. brane and valves.
Cleaning and maintenance Cleaning and maintenance WARNING Danger due to electrical voltage. Switch off the device before cleaning or maintenance. Ø Disconnect the power plug from the power outlet. Ø Danger due to contaminated components. When pumping dangerous media, hazardous materials can adhere to interior pump components.
Cleaning and maintenance 7.1 Information on service activities Recommended maintenance interval Maintenance inter- Maintenance intervals As required 15,000 h vals Replace membranes Replace valves Replace O-rings Clean or replace PTFE molded hose Replace pressure release valve on EC Clean pumping unit Recommended auxiliary equipment ->Example Recom- mended auxiliary...
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Cleaning and maintenance Tools needed for maintenance -> Example Tools Meaning No. Tool Size 1 Seal set Seal set PC 5xx #20696869 Seal set PC 6xx #20696870 2 Membrane wrench #20636554 SW66 3 Flat-nose pliers Closing hose clamps 4 Flat-head screwdriver Opening hose clamps Size 1 5 Hexagon socket wrench Screw fasteners for head cover...
Cleaning and maintenance 7.2 Cleaning This chapter does not describe how to decontaminate the product. Simple cleaning and care measures are described here. ð Before cleaning, switch off the pumping unit. CAUTION Risk of burning due to hot surfaces An elevated exhaust gas temperature can lead to hot sur- faces on the instrument and on attached components, such as glass flasks.
Cleaning and maintenance 7.2.2 Emptying the glass flask Removing and emptying the glass flask -> Example Emptying the glass flask 1. Open the joint clamp and re- 2. Empty the glass flask into a move the glass flask. suitable container, e.g. a chemical-resistant canister.
Cleaning and maintenance 7.3 Vacuum pump maintenance 7.3.1 Maintenance items Positions to be maintained -> Example Pump head mainte- nance Description Maintenance items 1 Pump heads, power supply side 2 Pump heads EK side ð Carry out maintenance on pump heads in succession. ð...
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Cleaning and maintenance Exploded-view drawing of pump head (example) -> Example Exploded-view draw- ing of pump head Meaning Valve maintenance 1 Head cover + screw fasteners 2 Clamping bracket + screw fasteners 3 Cup springs 4 Valve clusters 5 Valves 6 O-rings size 26 x 2 Membrane maintenance 7 Head cover + screw fasteners 8 Membrane spring washer with square head screw...
Cleaning and maintenance Membrane maintenance 9 Membrane 10 Membrane support disc 11 Spacers, max. 4 pieces per pump head 7.3.2 Changing the membranes and valves Preparation -> Example Preparing for mainte- nance 1. Switch off the pumping unit 2. Remove the glass flask and and disconnect the power connected hoses.
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Cleaning and maintenance 5. Unscrew the cap nut, pull 6. Put the cooler down safely off the molded hose and re- so that no liquid can leak move the cooler. out. Here you can check the pressure release valve of the EK and re- place it in case of damage.
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Cleaning and maintenance Dismantling device and housing parts -> Example Dismantling housing parts, left side 1. Undo the screw fasteners 2. Remove the head cover and from the head cover; Torx set it aside. screwdriver TX20. 3. Open the hose clamps of the 4.
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Cleaning and maintenance 5. Unscrew the hexagon 6. Set the screw fasteners socket screws from the head aside and take off the pump covers. Hexagon socket head pair. wrench size 5. Replacing membranes -> Example Membrane replace- ment 1. Gently press against one of 2.
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Cleaning and maintenance Do not let any spacers fall into the aluminum housing. Make sure there are no spac- ers stuck to the connecting rod. Keep the spacers for later use. It is imperative that these are re-installed in the same quantity.
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Cleaning and maintenance 7. Place all spacers onto the 8. Attach the membrane as- threaded bolt. sembly in the membrane wrench. 9. Hold onto the spacers and 10. Tighten the assembly by carefully place all compo- hand at first using the mem- nents into the threaded hole brane wrench.
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Cleaning and maintenance 11. Then place a torque wrench 12. Repeat the steps for chang- with a hexagon socket bit ing the second membrane. onto the membrane wrench and tighten the assembly to 6 Nm. Replacing valves -> Example Valve change Fig.
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Cleaning and maintenance 5. Undo the Torx screws on the 6. Remove the clamping clamping brackets; Torx brackets from the valve screwdriver TX20. clusters. Top view: Components valve clusters, 7. Remove the valve clusters valves and pump head pair. with the cup springs. 8.
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Cleaning and maintenance 10. Carefully clean dirty sur- 11. Insert new sealing rings into faces. the notches. Top view detail: Correct positioning of 12. Apply the new valves and the valves. align them. IN = Inlet (Inlet) EX = Exhaust (Outlet) 13. Place both valve clusters 14.
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Cleaning and maintenance 15. Place both valve clusters 16. Place the clamping brackets with the plate washers onto on the valve clusters and the pump heads. tighten the screw fasteners by hand. Assembling device and housing parts Before you put the pumping unit back into operation, all device and housing parts that were removed must first be re-attached.
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Cleaning and maintenance 3. Tighten the screw fasteners 4. Slide the molded hoses crosswise to 12 Nm with a back onto the connections. torque wrench. 5. Close the hose clamps on 6. Put on the head cover so the hose nozzles, e.g. with that it fits.
Cleaning and maintenance 7. Tighten the screw fasteners 8. Tighten the screw fastener of the head cover; Torx and close the cover; Torx screwdriver TX20. screwdriver TX20. Changing the membranes and valves of the next pump head ð Turn the pumping unit to the other side. ð...
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Cleaning and maintenance 3. Replace defective fuses. 4. Slide the fuse holder back onto the fuse socket. 20901101_EN-US_PC5xx_6xx select Serie_V1.5_171022...
Annex Annex 8.1 Technical data Product designation Chemistry pumping unit series Product names PC 510 select PC 610 select PC 511 select PC 611 select PC 520 select PC 620 select Technical data Technical data Ambient conditions (US) Ambient temperature 10–40 °C...
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Annex Hose nozzle GB NT DN 6-10 Venting valve (venting with in- Silicone rubber hose 3-6 ert gas) – OPTION Coolant EK 2x (+2x ) hose nozzles DN 6-8 Exhaust gas, outlet EX Hose nozzle DN 8/10 Cold connector + power connection CEE, CH, CN, UK, IN, US ®...
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Annex Number of cylinders/steps PC 610/611/620 Pumping speed, max. 3.4 m 2.2 cfm End vacuum, absolute 1.5 mbar 1.1 Torr End vacuum with GB, absolute 3 mbar 2.2 Torr Number of cylinders/steps Weights* and dimensions (l x w x h) (US) PC 510 select 418 mm x 243 mm x 16.47 in x 9.57 in x 457 mm 17.99 in Weight*...
Annex Seal on ventilation valve FFKM 8.3 Rating plate Specifications from ð In case of error, take note of the type and serial number from the the type plate type plate. ð When contacting our service department, provide the type and serial number from the type plate.
Annex 8.4 Order data Ordering information Chemistry pumping unit series *Order no. for pumping units PC 510 select 2073315x PC 511 select 2073325x PC 520 select 2073335x PC 610 select 2073715x PC 611 select 2073725x PC 620 select 2073735x * Order no. depends on power cord CEE, CH, UK, US, CN, IN...
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International agents Purchase original accessories and original replacement parts from a and dealers branch office of VACUUBRAND GMBH + CO KG or from your local dealer. ð Information about the complete range of products can be found in the current product catalog.
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