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Operating Instructions and follow the information so as to ensure optimum and safe working right from the start. The Leybold TURBOVAC has been designed for safe and efficient operation when used properly and in accordance with these Operating Instructions. It is...
The devices are delivered in safe transport packaging. Check whether the packaging has been damaged during transport. If that is the case, notify the freight forwarder and Leybold if necessary. Keep transport packaging for any further transportation and storage of the pump.
The turbomolecular pump must be bolted to a rigid vacuum system and con- nected to a suitable backing pump. It is intended for being operated within closed rooms. The use of any accessories which have not been specified by Leybold is only allowed after approval by Leybold. 3.1.1 Non-conforming utilization...
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If several turbomolecular pumps are installed to the vacuum chamber of the same system, there is the risk of interference (vibration interference between the pumps). If such a risk exists please contact Leybold Application Support. The standard mounting arrangement for the pump is adequate to ensure earthquake protection.
The tool is available for download free of charge on our website. www.leybold.com → Media → Downloads → Download Software → PC Software for Turbomolecular Pumps Operating Instructions 300450826 Serial Interfaces for TURBOVAC i/IX offer a detailed description of the interfaces RS 232, RS 485, Profibus and USB of the TURBOVAC.
■ apply a stop command via the interface ■ for the power supply units offered or recommended by Leybold switch off ■ the DC voltage. After switching off, the green status LED will flash until the rotor of the turbo- molecular pump is at standstill.
Leybold Service Center or by the customer: please con- tact us for this. If you wish to exchange the bearings yourself, you will need a Leybold tool kit and spare ball bearings. Immediately after exchanging the bearings, let them run in, see Section 4.7.
Bearing on-site maintenance The bearing of the TURBOVAC can be serviced on-site. Instructions for bearing replacement can be found at https://manuals.leybold. com/en/manual-frontend/products under the part no. of the bearing exchange tool kit.
The pump can continue to run, as long as opera- tion limits are only exceeded for a short time. In case of longer exceeding send pump and fre- quency converter to the Leybold service. Turbomolecular pump Interface protocol error Use USS protocol.
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You must retain the signed legal declaration for future reference This declaration becomes invalid if modifications are made to the product without prior agreement. Signed for and on behalf of Leybold GmbH Ian Keech – VP Engineering, Scientific Vacuum Division Axel Guddas –...
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