Innovation Drive,
Burgess Hill,
West Sussex,
RH15 9TW, UK
declare under our sole responsibility, as manufacturer and person within the EU authorised to
assemble the technical file, that the product(s)
AXXX – YY – ZZZ
Pump type Variant Motor description
X YY ZZZ
373 = E2M28 10 to 99 903 = 220 V, 0.75 kW 374 = E2M30 904 = 100/200 V
930 = 220 V, 0.75 kW
934 = 200 V, 50/60 Hz, 380 V, 60 Hz, 3 phase
940 = 380/400 V, 50 Hz, 230/460 V, 60 Hz, 3 phase
981 = 115/230 V, 60 Hz
984 = 110/200-240 V, 0.75 kW – switched to High volt
986 = 110/200-240 V, 0.75 kW – switched to Low volt
to which this declaration relates is in conformity with the following standard(s) or other normative
document(s)
EN1012-2:1996+A1:2009 Compressors and Vacuum Pumps. Safety Requirements. Vacuum Pumps
EN61010-1: 2010* Safety Requirements for Electrical Equipment for Measurement, Control
and Laboratory Use. General Requirements
EN60034-1: 2010 Rotating electrical machines. Rating and performance
C22.2 No77: 1995# Motors with inherent overheating protection
C22.2 No100: 2004# Motors and Generators
C22.2 61010-1-04: 2004# Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement, Control
and laboratory use – Part 1: General requirements
UL61010A: 2002 Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement,
Control and laboratory use – Part 1: General requirements
EN50581: 2012 Technical Documentation for the Assessment of Electrical and Electronic
Products with respect to the Restriction of Hazardous Substances
* The pumps comply with EN 61010-1 when installed in accordance with the instruction manual
supplied with the pumps.
# 1-phase pumps only. Canadian Standards Authority and Underwriters Laboratory.
and fulfils all the relevant provisions of
2006/42/EC Machinery Directive
2014/35/EU Low Voltage Directive
2011/65/EU Restriction of Certain Hazardous Substances (RoHS) Directive
Note: This declaration covers all product serial numbers from the date this Declaration was signed
onwards.
16.05.2016, Burgess Hill
Mr Peter Meares
Senior Technical Support Manager, General Vacuum
This product has been manufactured under a quality management system certified to ISO 9001:2008
Edwards and the Edwards logo are trademarks of Edwards Limited.
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CAUTION
WARNING
1Introduction
1.1Scope and definitions
This manual provides installation, operation and maintenance instructions for the Edwards E2M28 and E2M30 rotary
vacuum pumps. The pump must be used as specified in this manual. Read this manual before installing and operating
the pump.
Important safety information is highlighted as WARNING and CAUTION instructions that must be followed. The use of
WARNINGS and CAUTIONS is defined below.
Warnings are given where failure to observe the instruction could result in injury or death to
people.
Cautions are given where failure to observe the instruction could result in damage to the equipment, associated
equipment and process.
Introduction
The units used throughout this manual conform to the SI international system of units of measurement.
This equipment is designed to meet the requirements of Group II Category 3 equipment in accordance with
Directive 94/9/EC of the European Parliament and the Council of 23rd March 1994 on the approximation of
the laws of the Member States concerning equipment and protective systems intended for use in potentially
explosive atmospheres. (The ATEX Directive).
The ATEX Category 3 applies in respect of potential ignition sources internal to the equipment. An
ATEX Category has not been assigned in respect of potential ignition sources on the outside of the equipment
as the equipment has not been designed for use where there is an external potentially explosive atmosphere.
There is no potential source of ignition within the pump during normal operation but there may be potential
sources of ignition under conditions of predictable and rare malfunction as defined in the Directive.
Accordingly, although the pump is designed to pump flammable materials and mixtures, operating
procedures should ensure that under all normal and reasonably predictable conditions, these materials and
mixtures are not within explosive limits. Category 3 is considered appropriate for the avoidance of ignition in
the case of a rare malfunction which allows flammable materials or mixtures to pass through the pump while
within their explosive limits.
When flammable or pyrophoric materials are present within the equipment:
Do not allow air to enter the equipment.
Ensure that the system is leak tight.
For further information, please contact Edwards: refer to the Addresses page at the end of this manual for
Edwards and the Edwards logo are trademarks of Edwards Limited.
Figure 1 - The E2M28/E2M30 pump
1. Oil filler
2. Outlet nozzle
3. Gas-ballast control
4. Gas-ballast inlet
5. Centring-ring and O-ring (supplied)
6. Inlet-port (adaptor flange)
7. Cable-gland/Amphenol connector position
8. Motor terminal box
9. On/Off switch
10. Box section skids
11. Oil drain-plug (gravity drain)
12. Oil sight-glass
13. Pump identification label
14. Oil drip tray
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Notes: 1. A pump with a single-phase motor is shown in this figure.
2. The motor shown in this figure is not representative of the motor used on the E2M28 (Amphenol) pump
with Item Number A373-17-984. On this pump, items 7 and 9 are transposed, with Item 7 being an
IEC60320 16-20 Amp socket.
The Edwards E2M28 and E2M30 pumps are shown in Figure 1. Refer to Figure 1 for item numbers in brackets in the
following descriptions.
The E2M28 and E2M30 pumps are two-stage, direct drive, sliding vane pumps. The pump is oil-sealed and designed
for reliable, long-term operation in both laboratory and industrial environments. The pump is a free-standing unit.
The drive is provided through a flexible coupling by a single-phase or three-phase (four pole) motor.
The motors are totally enclosed and are cooled by the motor-cooling fan which directs air along the motor fins.
The single-phase motors have a thermal overload device. When the motor is too hot, the thermal overload device
switches off the pump. The thermal overload device has an automatic reset; when the motor cools down, the device
resets and the motor will restart. The single phase motors have an on/off switch.
An oil pressure system lubricates the pump shaft bearing surfaces and rotor sealing faces. The pump has an oil
distribution valve which prevents discharge of oil to the pump interior (suckback) after the pump stops. The pumping
chambers are air-tight, so this arrangement prevents air suckback unless the gas-ballast valve is open. For protection
in this case, refer to Section 1.4.
The level and condition of oil in the oil box reservoir can be inspected through the oil sight-glass (12). An oil fillerplug (1) is fitted to the top of the oil box. The pump has an oil drain-plug (11) to allow gravity oil drain.
The pump has an inlet-port (6), outlet nozzle (2) and gas-ballast control (3). The pump is mounted on two mild steel
box section skids (10) on rubber pads. Details of suitable vibration isolators and other recommended accessories are
given in Section 7.5.
1.4Gas-ballast
To pump high vapour loads, gas-ballast is delivered into the pump to prevent condensation of the vapour carried by
the pumped gases.
Air (or another gas) can be introduced into the low vacuum stage through the gas-ballast control. The gas-ballast
control is a multi-turn valve which can be adjusted, as required, between closed and fully open.
Maximum permitted outlet pressure (for full pump throughout)0.5 bar gauge
1.5 bar absolute
1.5 x 105 Pa
2.3Mechanical data
Table 3 - Mechanical data
ParameterReference Data
Approximate pump mass44 kg
DimensionsRefer to Figure 2
Degree of protection
Single-phase motorsIP44
Three-phase motorsIP54
Pump inlet portNW25 (the flange can be removed from the 1 inch BSP threaded hole)
Pump outlet port15 mm external diameter nozzle (the nozzle can be removed from the 3/4 inch BSP
threaded hole)
-1
0.5 bar gauge
1.5 bar absolute
1.5 x 105 Pa
0.7 kg h
-1
2.4Lubrication data
Note:Edwards Material Safety Data Sheets for the oils specified below are available on request.
Table 4 - Lubrication data
Hydrocarbon pumps:
Recommended oil
Maximum oil capacity1.32 litres
PFPE - prepared EM pumps:
Recommended oil
Maximum oil capacity1.32 litres
*
To operate the pump when the ambient temperature is outside the range specified in Section 2.1, or to
optimise pump performance when processing condensable vapours, a different oil may be used.
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2.5Electrical data
Refer to Table 5 and 6. For motor current information please refer to the motor rating plate. The motor start-up
current is drawn for less than one second, so use slow-blow fuses to prevent unnecessary fuse failure when the pump
starts. Fuses should be to EN60269 Section 2.2. For conformance with CSA standards only, CSA certified fuses are to
be used. If the pump is used at temperatures lower than 13°C, the start-up current will be drawn for longer; this may
cause the motor thermal overload device to open.
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3Installation
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
3.1Safety
If a hydrocarbon oil is used in thi s pump, do not use the pump to process oxyg en in concentration s
greater than 25% in volume. If the oxygen concentration is greater than 25%, there is a risk of fire
or explosion in the oil-box of the pump.
Do not use the E2M28 or E2M30 pump to pump hazardous substances.
Obey the safety instructions listed below and take note of appropriate precautions. If not, injury
to people and damage to equipment can result.
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Prevent any part of the human body from coming into contact with the vacuum.
A suitably trained and supervised technician must install the pump.
Wear the appropriate safety-clothing when coming into contact with contaminated components.
Vent and purge the vacuum system before starting installation work.
Ensure that the installation technician is familiar with the safety procedures that relate to the pump-oil and
the products processed by the pumping system. Take suitable precautions to avoid the inhalation of oil mist
and excessive skin contact with pump oil, as prolonged exposure can be harmful.
Disconnect the other components in the pumping system from the electrical supply so that they cannot be
operated accidentally.
Safely route any electrical supply cables so that they cannot accidentally trip people.
Ensure that the E2M28 or E2M30 pump is suitable for the application. If there is any doubt as to the
suitability of the pump for the application, refer to the Edwards guidelines on vacuum pump and vacuum
system safety (refer to the Associated Publication at the end of the contents list at the front of this manual).
3.2System design
Consider the following points when designing the pumping system:
Use a suitable inlet-valve to isolate the pump from the vacuum system to allow the pump to warm up before
pumping condensable vapours, or to maintain vacuum when the pump is switched off.
Avoid high levels of heat input to the pump from the process gases, otherwise the pump may overheat and
seize, and cause the motor thermal overload device to open.
If the pump is used in a high ambient temperature and has a high gas throughput, the temperature of the
pump-body may exceed 70°C. Fit suitable guards to prevent contact with hot surfaces.
Make sure that the exhaust pipeline cannot become blocked. If an outlet-isolation valve is fitted, make sure
the pump cannot be operated with the valve closed.