Simple troubleshooting ........................30 Maintenance by the operator ......................31 8.4.1 Replacing the form diaphragm, valves, and O-rings .............. 32 8.4.2 Function test ........................... 34 Sending the device back to BINDER GmbH ..................34 VAP 1 / VAP 2 06/2020 Page 2/52...
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12. PRODUCT REGISTRATION ................46 13. CONTAMINATION CLEARANCE CERTIFICATE ..........47 13.1 For devices located outside the USA and Canada ................47 13.2 For devices in the USA and Canada ....................50 VAP 1 / VAP 2 06/2020 Page 3/52...
Operating Manual. This Operating Manual is supplemented and updated as needed. Always use the most recent version of the Operating Manual. When in doubt, call the BINDER Service Hotline for information on the up-to- dateness and validity of this Operating Manual.
Instruction how to avoid the hazard: mandatory action Observe all other notes and information not necessarily emphasized in the same way, in order to avoid disruptions that could result in direct or indirect injury or property damage. VAP 1 / VAP 2 06/2020 Page 6/52...
Figure 1: Position of the “Hot surface” safety label on the unit Keep safety labels complete and legible. Replace safety labels that are no longer legible. Contact BINDER service for these replacements. VAP 1 / VAP 2 06/2020 Page 7/52...
Type plate Figure 2: Type plate (example: VAP 1 230 V 5013-0217) and position of on the pump Indications on the type plate (example) Information BINDER Manufacturer: BINDER GmbH VAP 1 Model designation Vacuum pump Device name P < 5 mbar...
With regard to operating the device and to the installation location, please observe the guideline BGI/GUV-I 850-0 on safe working in laboratories (for Germany). BINDER GmbH is only responsible for the safety features of the device provided skilled electricians or qualified personnel authorized by BINDER perform all maintenance and repair, and if components relating to device safety are replaced in the event of failure with original spare parts.
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Danger of burning by touching hot areas during or after operation. ∅ Do NOT touch the motor housing during and adjacent areas operation, especially when using the on/off switch. Figure 3: Hot areas on the vacuum pump VAP 1 / VAP 2 06/2020 Page 10/52...
1.6). Other applications than those described in this chapter are not approved. The diaphragm pumps VAP 1 and VAP 2 are suitable for extracting, conveying and compressing harmless gases and vapors. The diaphragm pumps are intended for: •...
The requirements described in the Operating Manual for installation site and ambient conditions (Chap. 3.6) must be met WARNING: If customer should use a BINDER device running in non-supervised continuous operation, we strongly recommend in case of inclusion of irrecoverable specimen or samples to split such specimen or samples and store them in at least two devices, if this is feasible.
• Installation of a device with damaged power cord • Inappropriate site of installation • Missing protective conductor connection Normal operation • Assembly errors • Contact with hot surfaces on the housing VAP 1 / VAP 2 06/2020 Page 13/52...
• Absence of a plausibility check to rule out erroneous inscription of electrical components • Performance of repair work by untrained/insufficiently qualified personnel • Inappropriate repairs which do not meet the quality standard specified by BINDER • Use of replacement parts other than BINDER original replacement parts •...
• Protection against touchable surfaces Tested according to EN ISO 13732-1:2008. • Floors See operating manual chap. 3.6 for correct installation • Cleaning See operating manual chap. 6.2. VAP 1 / VAP 2 06/2020 Page 15/52...
Device description The vacuum pump VAP 1 / VAP 2 serves to are used to extract harmless solvents from the VD vacuum drying ovens from BINDER. The vacuum pumps are delivered with operating mode S1 (continuous operation with constant load). During operation with the VD vacuum drying oven the pump runs in continuous operation.
Device overview Figure 4: Vacuum pump VAP 1 / VAP 2 Tube to the VD vacuum drying oven Water connection for cooling IN or OUT Pressure connection Water connection for cooling IN or OUT Aspiration connection ( f) Fork clamp ...
• Operating manual Unpacking, and checking the equipment Carefully unpack the vacuum pump VAP 1 / VAP 2. After unpacking, please check the device and its optional accessories, if any, based on the delivery receipt for completeness and for transportation damage. Inform the carrier immediately if transportation damage has occurred.
Note on second-hand devices (Ex-Demo-Units): Second-hand devices are devices that were used for a short time for tests or exhibitions. They are thoroughly tested before resale. BINDER ensures that the device is technically sound and will work flawlessly. Second-hand devices are marked with a sticker. Please remove the sticker before commissioning the device.
Guidelines for safe transportation After operation, please observe the guidelines for temporary decommissioning (chap. 9.2). You can order transport packing for moving or shipping purposes from BINDER service. Ambient conditions • Permissible ambient temperature range during transport: 10 °C / 14 °F to +60 °C / 140 °F.
Remove the protective caps on the suction and pressure connections. Keep them for later use (e.g. storage, return). Vacuum connection To establish the connection to the VD vacuum drying oven, BINDER recommends the VD connection kit for VAP1-VAP2 (option, Art. no. 8012-1995). Figure 7: Connection kit ...
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Make sure that the maximum permissible pressure of 1 bar at the suction connection is NOT exceeded. Make sure that the overpressure generated at the pressure port does NOT exceed 1 bar. VAP 1 / VAP 2 06/2020 Page 22/52...
• When connecting, please observe the regulations specified by the local electricity supply company as well as the VDE directives (for Germany). • Only use original connection cables from BINDER according to the above specification. • Make sure that the connection cable is NOT damaged.
After establishing the hose connections and supply lines (chap. 4), turn on the device by its main power switch (h). Figure 9: Position of the main power switch (h) (example: VAP 1) VAP 1 / VAP 2 06/2020 Page 24/52...
VAP 1 VAP 2 Figure 10: Rear view of VAP 1 / VAP 2 vacuum pump with position of the gas ballast valve (A) Gas ballast valve with black adjustment cap Operation When operating with the VD vacuum drying oven the vacuum pump runs in continuous operation.
Before cleaning, turn off the device at the main power switch and disconnect the power plug. Let the device cool down to ambient temperature. Completely dry the device before turning it on again. VAP 1 / VAP 2 06/2020 Page 26/52...
We recommend using the neutral cleaning agent Art. No. 1002-0016 for thorough cleaning. Any corrosive damage that may arise following use of other cleaning agents is excluded from liability by BINDER GmbH. Any corrosive damage caused by a lack of cleaning, is excluded from liability by BINDER GmbH. NOTICE Danger of corrosion by using unsuitable cleaners.
Recommended precautions: To protect the eyes use sealed protective goggles. CAUTION Danger of chemical burns through eye contact with the disinfectant spray. Eye damage. Environmental damage. ∅ Do NOT empty the disinfectant spray into drains. Wear protective goggles. VAP 1 / VAP 2 06/2020 Page 28/52...
BINDER Service or by BINDER qualified service partners or technicians. • Repair Repair of the device can be performed by BINDER Service or by BINDER qualified service partners or technicians. After maintenance, the device must be tested prior to resuming operation.
If there are is a technical fault or shortcoming, take the device out of operation and inform BINDER Service. If you are not sure whether there is a technical fault, proceed according to the following list. If you cannot clearly identify an error or there is a technical fault, please contact BINDER Service.
• Opening and removing the heat dissipater / pump heads. • Inspection of the pump chambers, form diaphragm, and valves. • Cleaning the interior of the pump in the event of deposits. • Replacing of the form diaphragms, valves and seals. VAP 1 / VAP 2 06/2020 Page 31/52...
The chamber must be live to perform some of the service tasks. In this case, a second person must be present who is able to switch off the unit in case of emergency VAP 1 / VAP 2 06/2020 Page 32/52...
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Figure 11: Disassembly and assembly of the pump unit (1) Compression fittings (7) Valves (2) Hoses top: flap valve (3) Cylinder screws bottom: standard valve (4) Heat dissipater (8) O-rings (5) Pump head (9) Form diaphragm (6) Valve inserts VAP 1 / VAP 2 06/2020 Page 33/52...
Sending the device back to BINDER GmbH If you return a BINDER product to us for repair or any other reason, we will only accept the product upon presentation of an authorization number (RMA number) that has previously been issued to you. An authorization number will be issued after receiving your complaint either in writing or by telephone prior to your sending the BINDER product back to us.
(Elektro- und Elektronikgerätegesetz, ElektroG from 20 October 2015, BGBl. I p. 1739) or contact BINDER service who will organize taking back and disposal of the device according to the German national law for electrical and electronic equipment (Elektro- und Elektronikgerätegesetz, ElektroG from 20 October 2015, BGBl.
Elektronikgerätegesetz, ElektroG from 20 October 2015, BGBl. I p. 1739). Instruct BINDER Service to dispose of the device. The general terms of payment and delivery of BINDER GmbH apply, which were valid at the time of purchasing the device.
Danger of violation against existing law if not disposed of properly. Alteration of the environment. For final decommissioning and disposal of the device, please contact BINDER service. Follow the statutory regulations for appropriate, environmentally friendly disposal. VAP 1 / VAP 2 06/2020...
3 °C / 71.6 +/- 5.4 °F and a power supply voltage fluctuation of +/-10%. Technical data is determined in accordance to the relevant standards. All indications are average values, typical for devices produced in series. We reserve the right to change technical specifications at any time. VAP 1 / VAP 2 06/2020 Page 38/52...
Power connection cable IEC with plug for UK, for VAP 1 / VAP 2 in 230 V 5023-0242 Power connection cable IEC with NEMA 5-15 P plug for VAP 1 / VAP 2 in 120 V 5023-0244 VAP 1 Service Kit for maintenance, consisting of:...
Details about utilized substances / biological substances / Einzelheiten über die eingesetzten Substanzen/biologische Materialien: Designations / Bezeichnungen: ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ Safety measures required for handling these substances / Vorsichtsmaßnahmen beim Umgang mit diesen Stoffen: ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ VAP 1 / VAP 2 06/2020 Page 47/52...
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Kind of transport / transporter / Transportweg/Spediteur: Transport by (means and name of transport company, etc.) Versendung durch (Name Spediteur o.ä.) ___________________________________________________________________________________ Date of dispatch to BINDER GmbH / Tag der Absendung an BINDER GmbH ___________________________________________________________________________________ VAP 1 / VAP 2 06/2020 Page 48/52...
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We are aware that, in accordance with Article 823 of the German Civil Code (BGB), we are directly liable with regard to third parties, in this instance especially the employees of BINDER GmbH, who have been entrusted with the handling / repair of the device / component. / Es ist uns bekannt, dass wir gegenüber...
Yes No Pictures of device attached? Pictures have to be attached! Yes No Pictures of Packaging attached? Customer Contact Information Distributor Contact Information Name Company Address Phone E-mail VAP 1 / VAP 2 06/2020 Page 50/52...
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Safety measures required for handling the list under 3.1 ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ Measures to be taken in case of skin contact or release into the atmosphere ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ Other important information that must be considered ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ VAP 1 / VAP 2 06/2020 Page 51/52...
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4.5 Shipping laws and regulations have not been violated. I hereby commit and guarantee that we will indemnify BINDER Inc. for all damages that are a consequence of incomplete or incorrect information provided by us, and that we will indemnify and hold harmless BINDER Inc.
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