Dear Customer, Thank you for choosing a Pfeiffer Vacuum product. Your new electronic drive unit is designed to support you in your individual applications with maximum performance and without malfunctions. The name Pfeiffer Vacuum stands for high-quality vacuum technology, a comprehensive and complete range of top-quality products and first-class service.
Safety 2 Safety 2.1 Safety instructions All safety instructions in this document are based on the results of the risk assessment carried out in accordance with Low Voltage Directive 2014/35/EU. Where applicable, all life cycle phases of the prod- uct were taken into account. Risks during installation DANGER Danger to life from electric shock...
Product description 3 Product description 3.1 Functional description Fig. 1: Layout of the electronic drive unit 1 Mounting plate Shield clamp, motor connecting cable 2 Brake resistor (not shown) Connector for air and temperature sensors 3 Frequency converter Terminal strip 4 Interface panel Line filter The RC electronic drive unit is a frequency converter for controlling the rotation speed of HiLobe roots pumps.
Installation 4 Installation 4.1 Installing electronic drive unit in control cabinet NOTICE Damage caused by overheating The ambient temperature must not exceed the permissible operating temperature of the device. ► Make sure there is unobstructed circulation of air when installing the device. ►...
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The two connecting cables on the fans are routed to the out- side through openings in the fan hoods. Temp. 1 Temp. 2 Fan 1 Fan 2 Temp. 1 Temp. 2 RC 5501 Fan 1 Fan 2 Temp. 1 n. c. Temp. 2 RC 7501 / RC 15001 Fig. 3: Sensor and fan connectors Temp.
Installation Installing the mains disconnection device 1. The power details for the setting value can be found on the motor rating plate. 2. Install the circuit breaker within reach of the vacuum pump during building installation. 3. Label the circuit breaker as a disconnect device for the vacuum pump. 4.5 Connecting to mains power supply DANGER Danger to life from electric shock...
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Installation Electronic drive L1 | L2 | L3 and PE cable Dielectric Flammability properties unit cross section strength RC 5501 ≥ 600 V flame-retardant ≥ 2.5 mm RC 7501 ≥ 6.0 mm RC 15001 ≥ 10.0 mm Tbl. 5: Required properties of the power supply cable Connecting to mains power supply ►...
DIN EN IEC 61000-6-3: 2022 DIN EN IEC 61000-6-1: 2019 DIN EN IEC 61000-6-4: 2020 The authorized representative for the compilation of technical documents is Dr. Adrian Wirth, Pfeiffer Vacuum GmbH, Berliner Straße 43, 35614 Asslar, Germany. Signature: Pfeiffer Vacuum GmbH Berliner Straße 43...
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EN IEC 61000-6-1: 2019 EN IEC 61000-6-4: 2019 The manufacturer's authorized representative in the United Kingdom and the authorized agent for compiling the technical documentation is Pfeiffer Vacuum Ltd, 16 Plover Close, In- terchange Park, MK169PS Newport Pagnell. Signature: Pfeiffer Vacuum GmbH Berliner Straße 43...
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