About this manual Validity This operating manual is for customers of Pfeiffer Vacuum. It describes the functioning of the designated product and provides the most important information for safe use of the unit. The description follows applicable EU guidelines. All information provided in this operating manual refers to the current state of the product's development.
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About this manual Pictographs Prohibition of an action to avoid any risk of accidents, the disregarding of which may result in serious accidents Warning of a displayed source of danger in connection with operation of the unit or equipment Command to perform an action or task associated with a source of dan- ger, the disregarding of which may result in serious accidents Important information about the product or this document Instructions in the...
Installation and operation of accessories Pfeiffer Vacuum pumps can be equipped with a series of adapted accessories. The in- stallation, operation and maintenance of connected devices are described in detail in the operating instructions of the individual components.
● Installation, operating and maintenance regulations must be complied with. ● Other accessories, than those described in this manual, must not be used without the agreement of Pfeiffer Vacuum. ● Only use the standard lubricants for applications with oxygen concentration ≤ 21 %.
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Safety ● operation of the pump with open vacuum or fore-vacuum flange open to the atmo- sphere ● use of the vacuum pump to generate pressure ● connection to pumps or units which are not suitable for this purpose according to their operating instructions ●...
Transport and storage Transport and storage Transport WARNING Danger from falling and swinging loads! When lifting the pump there is a danger of falling parts. Make sure that there are no persons under the suspended load. Close off and supervise the area under the pump. Fig.
Product description Product description Product identification To correctly identify the product when communicating with Pfeiffer Vacuum, always have the information from the rating plate available. ● Pump model and model number ● Serial number ● Type and amount of lubricant ●...
Product description Variants Pump type Pump designs Standard version Pump in standard version: ● Standard motor ● Connection flanges are designed as ISO flanges ● Overflow valve for protection against thermal overload ● Connections for sealing gas inlet and gear chamber extraction ●...
Installation Installation Setting up the pump CAUTION Loss of stability! Risk of injury due to the pump's tipping towards motor as long as the pump is not fas- tened to the base. Secure pump with suitable lifting device on motor side. ...
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NOTICE Use approved operating fluids only! The use of operating fluids that have not been approved by Pfeiffer Vacuum shall result in a limited warranty. In such cases, it is not possible to guarantee that product-specific performance data will be achieved.
Installation Connecting the vacuum side WARNING Exposed, rotating rolling pistons! Fingers and hands can become crushed when the intake flange is open. Keep all body parts out of operating range of the rolling pistons. Use a wooden handle to rotate the rolling pistons during cleaning. ...
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Installation DANGER Voltage-bearing elements Danger to life from electric shock. The electrical connection can be carried out only by trained and authorised electri- cians. Disconnect the power supply and secure it against being switched back on. Ensure the system is adequately earthed. NOTICE Excess voltage! Danger of destroying the motor.
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Installation W2 U2 U1 V1 Fig. 6: Motor coil and connecting plate of Star Connection (for high voltage) Visual inspection of the direction of rotation Check the direction of rotation of the pump after switching on for the first time: –...
Installation Control voltage OFF button ON button RESET button, external Contactor F1 - F3 F1 ... F4 Fuses T1... T3 PTC resistor sensor Tripping indicator Motor, 3-phase Only for devices with two relay outputs AC 220 ... 240 V Only for MSR type Only for order no.: P 4768 051 FQ T1...T3...
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Installation NOTICE Risk of damage to the pump! During the flushing and cleaning procedure the flushing liquid and the process medium can pass over into the bearings and oil chambers and can stick there. To protect the bearings during cleaning, sealing gas must always be used. ...
= Proportion of sealing gas in the operating gas flow (0.01 A 0.08) = Rated suction capacity of the Roots pump [m Example for Okta 500 with 50 hPa intake pressure and 8% sealing gas quantity: 490 · 50 · 0,08 1013 = 1,93 Nm This applies to exhaust pressures >...
Operation · (p Δ ) · A NOTICE High pressure in the sealing gas line when the pump is switched off! Risk of damage to the pump seals. Lower sealing gas pressure to < 1200 hPa or stop sealing gas feed immediately. Adjusting the flush- ...
Maintenance Flush pump with Close shut-off valve in the intake line and separate the pump from the process. flushing gas Open flushing gas feed at the intake flange. Pump is operated for an additional 20 to 40 minutes while flushing gas is suctioned in. ...
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Maintenance Disconnect the drive motor from the mains and secure it so that it cannot be switched Remove the vacuum pump from the system, if necessary. Only dismantle the pump as far as necessary to carry out maintenance. ...
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NOTICE Service work should be carried out by a qualified person only! Pfeiffer Vacuum is not liable for any damage to the pump resulting from work carried out improperly. Take advantage of our service training programs; additional information at www.pfei- ffer-vacuum.com.
Depending on the applications, Pfeiffer Vacuum recommends determining the ex- act service life of the operating fluid during the first year of operation. The replacement interval may vary from the guide value specified by Pfeiffer Vacuum depending on the thermal and chemical loads, and the accumulation of suspended par- ticles and condensation in the operating fluid.
Maintenance Allow the lubricant to drain off. Screw in lubricant drain screw 124 with O-ring. Fill oiler 47 to halfway with new lubricant (sealing oil). Falling oil level in the oiler and an oil leak below the lamp indicates a defective external radial shaft seal ring.
Maintenance Cleaning the overflow valve Turn off the vacuum pump, vent to atmospheric pressure and allow to cool. Undo screws 111 and remove valve cover 23, observe O-ring 73. Remove valve plate 33 from the overflow channel and dismantle it. ...
Maintenance Dismantling and assembling the motor/coupling WARNING Exposed, rotating coupling! Items of clothing could be trapped and wound up. When mounting the motor, always ensure a correct seating of the coupling protection. Wear close-fitting clothing. Crown gear coupling When performing installation work on the coupling, it is important to observe the instal- lation instructions of the coupling manufacturer: www.ktr.com/de/tools-downloads/montageanleitungen/...
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Maintenance NOTICE Danger of bursting when the motor is removed! The separating can of the magnetic coupling is made of plastic or ceramics, and can be destroyed when the motor is pulled off. Suspend the motor at the eyebolt to the lifting device and pull it off horizontally. ...
Replace the lubricant. Replace bearings. Follow the maintenance instructions and inform Pfeiffer Vacuum. Check pump for visible damage and only start up if it is in the correct condition. If drying pearls were inserted then they should be removed now.
Clean and check overflow valve; contact Pfeiffer Vacuum Service if necessary Operational loss of lubricant at the Check and replace radial shaft seals; con- oiler tact Pfeiffer Vacuum Service if necessary Unusual operating Suction chamber dirty Switch off pump directly and clean suction noises...
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NOTICE Service work should be carried out by a qualified person only! Pfeiffer Vacuum is not liable for any damage to the pump resulting from work carried out improperly. Take advantage of our service training programs; additional information at www.pfei- ffer-vacuum.com.
The following steps are necessary to ensure a fast, smooth servicing process: Download the forms "Service Request" and "Declaration on Contamination". Fill out the "Service Request" form and send it by fax or e-mail to your Pfeiffer Vacuum service address.
P3, mineral oil, 5 l PK 001 107 -T PK 001 107 -T Further detailed accessories are contained in the Pfeiffer Vacuum printed or Online Cat- alogue. 12.1 Documentation for accessories Depending on the pump version, supplementary information may be required for safe...
Technical data and dimensions 13.3 Dimensions Ø12 (4x) 70 H11 x 4,5 Ø Ø (4x M8-16/20) Ø Ø 70 H11 x 4,5 Ø Fig. 16: Okta 250 / 250 M Dimensions Okta 250 Okta 250 M 769 mm 799 mm 297 mm 327 mm 337 mm...
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Technical data and dimensions DN 2 12 (4x) Ø Fig. 17: Okta 500 -/M Okta 500 Okta 500 Okta 500 M Okta 500 M men- Standard Pressure Standard with motor and Pressure surge resistant sions with motor surge resis- magnetic coupling...
● Electromagnetic Compatibility 2014/30/EU ● Restriction of the use of certain Hazardous Substances 2011/65/EU The agent responsible for compiling the technical documentation is Mr. Sebastian Ober- beck, Pfeiffer Vacuum GmbH, Berliner Straße 43, 35614 Aßlar. ® OktaLine Okta 250/250 M, Okta 500/500 M...
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