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- Page 1 Operating manual Vacuum Oven VO www.memmert.com...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Table of Contents 1. About this Manual 2. Safety 2.1 Terms and Symbols Used ............................2.1.1 Terms Used..............................2.1.2 Symbols Used .............................. 2.2 Product Safety and Dangers............................2.3 Requirements to be met by Operating Personnel......................2.4 Responsibility of the Owner ............................2.5 Product Use ................................ - Page 3 Table of Contents 4.6.2 Installation Options ............................22 4.6.3 Anti-tilt bracket ............................23 4.6.4 Adjusting the Doors............................23 5. Putting into Operation 5.1 Putting into Operation for the First Time........................25 5.2 Connecting the Unit to the Power Supply ........................25 5.3 Connecting the Pump Module or Vacuum Pump......................
- Page 4 Table of Contents 8.1 Overview.................................. 45 8.2 Basic Operation in Menu Mode Using the Example of Language Selection..............45 8.3 Setup..................................46 8.3.1 Overview..............................46 8.3.2 IP Address and Subnet Mask ........................47 8.3.3 Unit ................................48 8.3.4 Gas Inlet ..............................48 8.3.5 Timer Mode ..............................
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Page 5: About This Manual
■ AtmoCONTROL software manual When operating the unit with the MEMMERT AtmoCONTROL PC software you will require the separate manual. You can find the manual for the AtmoCONTROL software in the AtmoCONTROL menu bar under 'Help' Retaining and passing on this manual This operating manual belongs to the unit and must always be kept in a location where it can be easily found by those working with the unit. - Page 6 E-mail: sales@memmert.com www.memmert.com International After Sales Memmert GmbH + Co. KG Willi-Memmert-Straße 90-96 | D-91186 Büchenbach | Germany Tel. +49 9171 9792 911 E-mail: service@memmert.com www.memmert.com If you have any queries, please always quote the product number on the nameplate.
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Page 7: Safety
Safety Safety Terms and Symbols Used In this manual and on the unit itself, certain recurring terms and symbols are used to warn you of hazards or give you information that is important in order to prevent injury or damage. To avoid accidents and damage, observe and follow these instructions. These terms and symbols are explained below. -
Page 8: Requirements To Be Met By Operating Personnel
Safety DANGER Live parts When covers are removed, live parts are exposed and contact with these parts may result in electric shock. Electric shock can have serious health consequences including death. – Only authorised persons may carry out electrical installation work. –... -
Page 9: Product Use
Safety ■ is responsible for ensuring that persons who operate or service the unit are qualified to do this, have been instructed accordingly and are familiar with these operating instructions; ■ must know the applicable guidelines, requirements and operational safety regulations, and train staff accordingly;... -
Page 10: Switching Off The Unit In An Emergency
Safety Switching off the Unit in an Emergency WARNING Hot surfaces Depending on the operating situation, the unit and the load may be hot. Contact with hot surfaces may have serious health consequences due to burns! – Allow the unit to cool down. –... -
Page 11: Construction And Description
5 Pump module Description of Function The appliances of the VO series ① can generate a vacuum in the working chamber ② in combination with a Memmert pump module ③ or another suitable vacuum pump. The pump evacuates the working chamber via the vacuum inlet on the back of the appliance ⑦. -
Page 12: Materials
Construction and Description 1 VO 2 VO working chamber 3 Vacuum pump 4 Thermoshelves 5 Contacting the thermoshelves in the 6 Gas cylinder (inert gas, optional) appliance 7 Hose connection between VO and 8 Inert gas supply vacuum pump 9 Wall mounting (anti-tilt bracket) 10 External extraction system (required if toxic gases or vapours may be produced as a result of the process) -
Page 13: Electrical Equipment
Construction and Description Components Material Working chamber Stainless steel (Mat. No. 1.4404), which stands out through its high stability, optimal hygienic properties and corrosion-resistance to many (but not all) chemical compounds (caution must be exercised for example with chlorine compounds). Thermoshelves Aluminium. - Page 14 Construction and Description Ethernet interface You will find a description of how to transfer programs via Ethernet in the AtmoCONTROL software manual. The unit can be connected to a network via the Ethernet interface, so that you can transfer programmes created with the AtmoCONTROL software to the unit and export logs. For identification purposes, each unit connected must have its own unique IP address.
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Page 15: Fresh Air, Inert Gas And Vacuum Connection
Construction and Description 3.5.3 Fresh air, inert gas and vacuum connection Connections on the back of appliances with Premium module (Option T5) 1 Fresh air connection 2 Intergas connection 3 Vacuum pump connection Connections on the back of appliances with Standard module 1 No function (blind plug) 2 Fresh air connection 3 Vacuum pump connection... -
Page 16: Technical Data
Construction and Description See also 2 Design [} 11] Technical Data Appliance size Stainless steel interior Volume Width Height Depth Max. number of shelves Max. number of shelves with premium module Max. loading per appliance Max. loading per thermoshelf Patterned stainless steel Width housing Height... -
Page 17: Applied Directives And Standards
You can download the EC declaration of conformity of the appliance online: English: http://www.memmert.com German: http://www.memmert.com Based on the standards and guidelines listed below, the products described in this manual carry a CE mark from Memmert: Low Voltage Directive 2014/35/EU ■ EN 61010-1:2010, EN 61010-1:2010/A1:2019/AC:2019-04, EN 61010-1:2010/A1:2019; EN... -
Page 18: Material Compliance
3.8.2.1 REACH information of Memmert GmbH + Co. KG acc. to Regulation (EG) No. 1907/2006, Art. 33 Based on current knowledge, we confirm that products or sub-products containing substances of very high concern (SVHC in the specified components) in the Candidate List with concentrations higher than 0.1 mass % are installed in the appliances we supply:... -
Page 19: Optional Accessories
Construction and Description ■ Two locking hooks per thermoshelf ■ USB storage medium with software and AtmoCONTROL manual Operating manual ■ ■ Calibration certificate 3.11 Optional Accessories With an Ethernet to USB converter it is possible to connect the Ethernet connection of the appliance to the USB port of a computer/laptop. -
Page 20: Delivery, Transport And Setting Up
Delivery, Transport and Setting Up Delivery, Transport and Setting Up Safety WARNING Lifting the appliance only with a lifting device Without lifting device there is a serious risk of injury! – The appliance may only be lifted and positioned with a special lifting device. –... -
Page 21: Delivery
– Always attach the appliance to a wall with the anti-tilt bracket. – In case there is not enough space to fasten the appliance to a wall, do not put the appliance into operation and do not open the door. – Contact Memmert service. D39374 11/2023... -
Page 22: Preconditions
Delivery, Transport and Setting Up 4.6.1 Preconditions ü The installation site must be flat and horizontal and must be able to reliably bear the weight of the unit (see }3.7 Technical Data). Place the unit on a heat-resistant, fireproof and non-flammable surface. -
Page 23: Anti-Tilt Bracket
Delivery, Transport and Setting Up Setting up Comments Sub frame Sub frame (without castors) 4.6.3 Anti-tilt bracket Attach the appliance to the wall with the anti-tipping device: 1. Mount the anti-tilt bracket at the two designated positions on the appliance. 2. - Page 24 Delivery, Transport and Setting Up Adjusting the height of the door 1. Open set screw on the front of the door hinge with an Allen key (size 2). 2. Turn the door bearing (eccentric) clockwise or counter-clockwise with a slotted screwdriver as required.
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Page 25: Putting Into Operation
Putting into Operation Putting into Operation Putting into Operation for the First Time WARNING Condensation in the electrical components may cause short circuits. Due to temperature fluctuations during transport, condensation may form inside the unit. – After transporting or storing the unit in humid conditions, remove it from its packaging and allow it to acclimatise for at least 24 hours in normal ambient conditions. -
Page 26: Connecting The Inert Gas
Putting into Operation ■ Final vacuum ≤ 3 mbar ■ chemical-resistant version temperature resistant (exhaust gas temperature same as working temperature) ■ Use the supplied connecting elements and the supplied vacuum hose to make the connection between the appliance and pump module. Connections on the rear of VO devices with premium module (option T5) 1 Fresh air connection 2 Intergas connection... -
Page 27: Fresh Air Supply
Putting into Operation 1. Connect an inert gas cylinder (pressure reducer) with a connecting hose with DN16KF connection to the connection on the rear of the appliance ②. 2. Set pressure reducer to between 1.0 and 1.2 bar. See also 2 Fresh Air Supply [} 27] Fresh Air Supply Compressed air must not be connected to the fresh air connection. -
Page 28: Switching On Unit
Putting into Operation Secure thermoshelf 1. Slide in the thermoshelf until it makes contact with the back panel. 2. Turn the locking hook up and press the retaining hook back against the thermoshelf. 3. Fasten Allen screws on both sides using an Allen key size 3. Remove thermoshelf 1. -
Page 29: Operation And Control
Operation and Control Operation and Control Operating Personnel The appliance may only be operated by persons who are of legal age and have been instructed accordingly. Personnel who are to be trained, instructed or who are undergoing general training may only work with the appliance under constant supervision of an experienced person. -
Page 30: Operating The Appliance
Operation and Control NOTICE Damage to the chamber load A vacuum may build up in the working chamber of the appliance. Fragile chamber loads can be damaged by the negative pressure. – Make sure that the chamber load material will not be damaged by negative pressure. The chamber load is heated in vacuum operation exclusively by direct contact with the inserted thermoshelves. -
Page 31: Basic Operation
Operation and Control 15 Display of temperature and pressure monitoring 16 Graphic representation 17 Activation key for graphic representation 6.4.2 Basic Operation In general, all settings are made as follows: Activate the desired parameter (e.g. temperature): 1. To do so, press the activation key to the left or right of the respective display. ð... -
Page 32: Manual Mode
Operation and Control Programme Mode The appliance automatically runs programme sequences which have been defined using AtmoCONTROL software at a computer / laptop and then transferred to the appliance from a USB stick or via Ethernet. }6.5.3 Programme Mode ■ Remote control mode Via remote control ■... -
Page 33: Digital Backwards Counter
Operation and Control Pressure The display In1/In2 top right (arrowed, only for Premium VO49 and 101) indicates which gas connection is currently active: In1 is displayed when fresh air is open. ■ In2 is displayed when inert gas is open. ■... -
Page 34: Programme Mode
Operation and Control 3. Press the confirmation key to confirm. ð The display now shows the remaining time in large digits and the anticipated end time in smaller digits beneath. ð The status display shows “Timer active”. }6.4.2 Basic 4. Now, as described in Operation, set the individual reference values to be used by the appliance during operation. - Page 35 Operation and Control Starting a programme 1. Press the activation key to the right of the status display. ð The current operating state is highlighted automatically, in this example manual mode ( ). 2. Turn the turn control until the start symbol is highlighted.
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Page 36: Monitoring Function
Operation and Control End of programme The End display appears once the programme has finished normally. You can now restart the programme as described, ■ select another programme to run in menu mode (see }8.6 Programme) and run it as ■ described, return to manual mode. -
Page 37: Electronic Temperature Monitoring (Tww)
Operation and Control 2 Malfunctions, Warning and Error Messages [} 42] 2 Acoustic Signals [} 55] 6.6.2 Electronic Temperature Monitoring (TWW) The manually set min and max monitoring temperature of the electronic overtemperature protection is monitored by an temperature selector switch (TWW) protection class 3.1 acc. to DIN ... -
Page 38: Adjusting The Temperature Monitoring
Operation and Control 6.6.4 Adjusting the Temperature Monitoring 1. Press the activation key to the left of the ALARM display. ð The temperature monitoring setting is automatically activated . 2. By turning the turn control, adjust the desired lower alarm limit. The lower alarm limit cannot be higher than the upper alarm limit. -
Page 39: Pressure Monitoring
Operation and Control 9. Press the confirmation key to confirm. ð Temperature monitoring is now active. In menu mode you can set, whether an alarm should be accompanied by an acoustic signal (see }8.7 Acoustic Signals). See also 2 Acoustic Signals [} 55] 6.6.5 Pressure Monitoring If the pressure monitoring was triggered, this is indicated by the pressure display: with the... -
Page 40: Graph
Operation and Control 7. Press the confirmation key to confirm. 8. Press the activation key on the side to exit the ALARM display. ð Pressure monitoring is now active and triggers as soon as the pressure falls below 30 mbar or exceeds 600 mbar. See also 2 Acoustic Signals [} 55] 2 Malfunctions, Warning and Error Messages [} 42]... -
Page 41: Ending Operation
Operation and Control 3. Select the pressure symbol with the turn control. 4. Press the confirmation key to confirm. ð The pressure curve is now displayed in green. You can also displace and zoom in/out of the display as described above. Ending Operation WARNING Hot surfaces... -
Page 42: Malfunctions, Warning And Error Messages
– Follow the measures listed in the event of a malfunction. – Contact Memmert International After Sales. Do not try to rectify appliance errors yourself; instead you should contact Memmert International After Sales or an authorised customer service point. In case of enquiries, please always state the model and appliance number on the nameplate (see }3.6 Nameplate). -
Page 43: Pressure Monitoring
Malfunctions, Warning and Error Messages 7.1.2 Pressure Monitoring Error description Cause Remedy Pressure alarm and MaxAL are displayed Upper pressure limit value exceeded. ■ Vacuum pump has too little power ■ Hose may be leaking or kinked, clean, check Pressure alarm and MinAL are displayed Pressure has fallen below lower limit. -
Page 44: Power Failure
Malfunctions, Warning and Error Messages Error description Cause of errors Rectifying errors Start animation after switching on appears Cyan Notify customer service ■ in a colour other than not enough storage space on the SD card. white System files could not be loaded. Orange The fonts and images could not be loaded. -
Page 45: Menu Mode
Menu Mode Menu Mode In menu mode, you can make basic settings, load programmes and export protocols, as well as adjust the appliance. Before changing the menu settings, read the description of the respective functions on the following pages to avoid possible damage to the appliance and/or chamber load. ▶... -
Page 46: Setup
Menu Mode If no new values are entered or confirmed for approx. 30 seconds, the appliance automatically restores the former values. Activate the desired setting (in this example the language): 1. To do so, press the activation key to the left or right of the respective display. ð... -
Page 47: Ip Address And Subnet Mask
Menu Mode Gateway (see }8.3.7 Gateway) ■ If the Setup menu contains more entries than can be displayed, this is indicated by the display “1/2”. This means that there is a second “page” of entries. To display the hidden entries, use the turn control to scroll beyond the lowest entry. The page display then changes to “2/2”. -
Page 48: Unit
Menu Mode 4. Confirm the selection by pressing the confirmation key. ð The next three digits of the IP address are automatically marked. ð They can now also be set according to the description above. 5. After setting the last three digits, confirm the new IP address by pressing the confirmation key. -
Page 49: Remote Control
Menu Mode 8.3.6 Remote Control Under the Remote control setup entry, you can set whether the appliance should be controlled via remote control and if so, in which mode. These adjustment options are available: ■ Read Only ■ ■ Write + Read ■... -
Page 50: Calibrate
Menu Mode 4. Set the time zone of the installation site with the turn control (e.g. 00:00 for Great Britain, 01:00 for France, Spain or Germany). 5. Confirm the selection by pressing the confirmation key. 6. With the turn control, select the Summertime entry. 7. - Page 51 Menu Mode Example: Temperature deviation should be corrected 1. Press the activation key to the right of the CALIB display. ð The display is enlarged and the temperature adjustment option is automatically highlighted. 2. Press the confirmation key repeatedly, until the calibration temperature Cal2 is highlighted.
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Page 52: Pressure Calibration
Menu Mode 10. Wait until the appliance reaches and displays the setpoint temperature. ■ The reference instrument will display the corresponding deviation. 11. In the SETUP, adjust the calibration correction value Cal2 to the deviation temperature (actual value measured minus setpoint value). 12. - Page 53 Menu Mode Example: Pressure at 600 mbar is to be calibrated 1. Connect the calibrated pressure gauge to the VO fresh air connection (see 3.5 Connections and Interfaces) via ISO-KF connection size DN 16. 2. Activate the adjustment setting. To do so, press the activation key on the right of the CALIB display.
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Page 54: Programme
Menu Mode 13. Read off the pressure at the reference instrument. 14. In SETUP, adjust the calibration correction value Cal2 to +7 mbar (actual value measured minus setpoint value). 15. Confirm the setting by pressing the confirmation key. 16. Compare the pressure value measured by the reference instrument with the pressure displayed on the appliance. -
Page 55: Acoustic Signals
Menu Mode As soon as the programme is ready, Select is highlighted once again. To start the programme: 6. Return to the operating mode by pressing the MENU key again. 7. Start the programme as described in }6.5.3 Programme Mode. You can now remove the USB storage medium. To delete a programme: 8. -
Page 56: Log
Menu Mode 4. Save the setting by pressing the confirmation key. If an acoustic signal sounds, it can be turned off by pressing the confirmation key. NOTICE The supplied manual for AtmoCONTROL describes how – to import exported log data into AtmoCONTROL, –... -
Page 57: User Id
Menu Mode USER ID 8.9.1 Description With the USER ID function, you can lock the settings of individual (e.g. temperature) or all parameters, so that they cannot be changed at the appliance by accident or by unauthorised persons. You can also lock adjustment options in Menu mode (e.g. adjustment of date and time settings). -
Page 58: Maintenance And Servicing
To guarantee perfect closed-loop control, we recommend calibrating the appliance once a year (see }8.5 Calibrate). See also 2 Calibrate [} 50] Repairs and Service Repairs and service work may only be carried out by specialist Memmert personnel and qualified service providers. D39374 11/2023... - Page 59 Maintenance and Servicing NOTICE Repairs and service work are described in a separate service manual. D39374 11/2023...
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Page 60: Storage, Transport And Disposal
Storage, Transport and Disposal Storage, Transport and Disposal 10.1 Storage and Transport The appliance may only be stored and transported under the following conditions: ■ in a dry enclosed, dust-free room ■ disconnected from the power supply 10.2 Disposal This product is subject to Directive 2012/19/EC on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) of the European Parliament and EU Council of Ministers. - Page 61 Notes D39374 11/2023...
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- Page 64 Operating manual Vacuum Oven VO D39374 Effective 11/2023 English Memmert GmbH + Co. KG | Äußere Rittersbacher Straße 38 | 91126 Schwabach | Germany Tel. +49 9122 925-0 | E-mail: sales@memmert.com | www.memmert.com facebook.com/memmert.family | instagram.com/memmert.family...