IKA Vacstar digital Operating Instructions Manual

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IKA Vacstar digital_112017

IKA Vacstar digital

Operating instructions EN 5

Source language: German

Mode d’emploi FR 19
Instrucciones de manejo ES 33
Instruções de serviço PT 47

Device setup

A

Pos. Description

EN

A Handle
B Display
C Rotating/pressing knob

B

D Main switch (on/off)

Pos. Désignation

FR

A Poignée
B Achage

C

C Bouton rotatif/poussoir
D Interrupteur principal (marche/arrêt)

Pos. Denominación

ES

A Asa
B Pantalla

D

C Mando giratorio/pulsador
D Interruptor principal (on/off)

Item Designação

PT

A Alça
B Tela
C Botão giratório/de pressão
D Interruptor principal (liga/desliga)

Fig. 1

2

E
F

G

H

I

J

K
L

Pos. Description

E Handle securing screw
F Vacuum controller VC 10 stand hole
G Stand securing screw
H Fan / ventilation slit
I Hose connection for suction line d= 8 mm (INLET)
J Accessory fastening (emission condenser)
K Connection for vacuum controller VC 10 (Mini DIN)
L USB interface
M RS 232 interface
N Water valve connection
O Hose connection for pressure line d= 8 mm (OUTLET)
P Power supply cable connection

EN

M

N

O

H

P

Fig. 1

Pos. Denominación

E Tornillo de fijación del mango
F Orificio de soporte del controlador de vacío VC 10
G Tornillo de fijación del soporte
H Ventilador/Ranura de ventilación
I Conexión de manguera para el conducto de aspiración
d= 8 mm (INLET)
J Fijación de accesorios (condensador de emisiones)
K

Conexión para el controlador de vacío VC 10 (mini DIN)
L Interfaz USB
M Interfaz RS-232
N Conexión para la válvula de agua
O Conexión de manguera para el conducto de presión
d=8mm (OUTLET)
P Conexión para el cable de alimentación

Pos. Désignation

E Vis de sécurité de la poignée
F Alésage de statif contrôleur de vide VC 10
G Vis de sécurité du statif
H Ventilateur/Fente de ventilation
I Raccord de flexible de la conduite d’aspiration
d= 8 mm (INLET)
J Fixation d’accessoire (condenseur d’émissions)
K Prise contrôleur de vide VC 10 (mini DIN)
L Port USB
M Port RS 232
N Prise vanne d’eau
O Raccord de flexible de la conduite de refoulement
d= 8 mm (OUTLET)
P Prise pour le câble réseau

ES

Item Designação

E Parafuso de trava da alça
F Controlador de vácuo VC 10 furo do suporte
G Parafuso de trava do suporte
H Ventilador/furos de ventilação
I Conexão para linha de sucção d= 8 mm (INLET)
J Fixação acessórios (condensador de emissão)
K Conexão para controlador de vácuo VC 10 (Mini DIN)
L Interface USB
M Interface RS 232
N Conexão para válvula de água
O Conexão para linha de descarga d= 8 mm (OUTLET)
P Conexão para cabo de rede

FR

PT

Source language: German

Contents

Device setup .............................................................................................................................................................................. 2/3

Declaration of conformity .......................................................................................................................................................... 5

Warning symbols ....................................................................................................................................................................... 5

Warranty ................................................................................................................................................................................... 5

Safety instructions ...................................................................................................................................................................... 6

Unpacking ................................................................................................................................................................................. 7

Correct use ................................................................................................................................................................................ 8

Useful information ..................................................................................................................................................................... 8

Setting up .................................................................................................................................................................................. 9

Commissioning .......................................................................................................................................................................... 12

Interfaces and outputs ............................................................................................................................................................... 13

Maintenance and cleaning ......................................................................................................................................................... 14

Error codes ................................................................................................................................................................................ 15

Accessories ................................................................................................................................................................................ 15

Product contact parts ................................................................................................................................................................. 15

Technical data ............................................................................................................................................................................ 16

EN

Page

Declaration of conformity

We declare under our sole responsibility that the product to which this declaration relates is in conformity with directives 2014/35/EU,
2006/42/EC, 2014/30/EU an
EN 61326-

1 and EN ISO 12100.

d 2011/65/EU and conforms with the following standards or normative documents:

EN 61010-1, EN

60529

Warning symbols

DANGER

WARNING

CAUTION

NOTE

Indicates an (extremely) hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result in death, serious injury.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, can result in death, serious injury.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, can result in injury.

Indicates practices which, if not avoided, can result in equipment damage.

Warranty

,

According to IKA‘s Terms and Conditions of sale and delivery, this
product is covered by a warranty for a period of 24 months. Please
contact your dealer for any warranty claims. If you wish, you can
send the device directly to our
invoice and state the reasons for your guarantee claim. In this
case, you are responsible for shipping and handling costs.

factory

. Please

provide

the sales

The warranty does not cover wearing parts, nor defects that are
the result of improper use, insucient care and maintenance or
failure to follow the instructions in this operating manual.

5

Safety instructions

For your protection

NOTE

• Keep the instruction

accessed easily.

• Ensure that only trained staff use the device.

• Be sure to comply with all safety instructions, directives and

all matters of health, safety and accident prevention in the
workplace.

• The device and all parts of the device must not be used on

people or animals.

Device configuration

DANGER

• Set up the device in accordance with the chapter “Setting up”

and connect the connection lines and interfaces as described.

• Set up the device on a stable, even, non-flammable surface.

Accessories

• Safe

• Carefully observe the operating instructions for additional

• The pressure at the gas inlet and outlet must not exceed

operation

accessories as described in the “Accessories” section.

devices (e.g. rotary evaporators, vacuum controllers), with
which the vacuum pump IKA Vacstar digital is operated.

1100 mbar.

Please read the instruction manual
in full before use and follow the
safety instructions.

manual in a place where

The

vacuum
digital is not designed to be set up
in

potentially explosive atmospheres.

can only be

pump IKA Vacstar

ensured

when

working

it

can be

with

DANGER

• Do not expose human or animal body parts to vacuum.

• Do not work with the device underwater or underground.

• Never work with a faulty or incorrectly connected device.

• Set up the vacuum pumps in appropriate and
extractor hoods, or set up an exhaust gas line to them. Ensure
that the exhaust gas line cannot be kinked! The maximum
permitted exhaust gas line length is 2 metres.

• Occurence of explosive mixtures; if appropriate
gas for ventilation and/or thinning.

• Elastic elements may be pressed together under vacuum.

• Only use flexible hose lines.

• Observe your
ensure that the device is put in a safe state (see the chapter:
Commissioning, Operating mode).

Always wear personal protective
equipment in accordance with the
hazard class of the media being
worked with - otherwise there are
dangers due to spraying liquids,
and release of toxic or flammable
gases.

emergency

measures for power failure and

functioning

connect

inert

Work with the device

DANGER

WARNING

• The vacuum pump IKA Vacstar digital must only be operated
under the conditions described in the chapter “Technical data”.

• Prevent release of the materials listed above. Take measures
to protect staff and the environment.

• Pay attention to possible interactions or chemical or physical

You can prevent the release of sol­vent vapours into the atmosphere
using a downstream emission con­denser.

The vacuum pump is not suitable
for use with
materials that
an air

Do not operate the pump while it is
open. Otherwise there is a danger
of severe injuries as a hand may be
pulled into the moving parts.

Inhaling or coming into contact
with media
liquids, gases, spray
dusts or biological materials can
endanger the health of the user.
Ensure that all connections are
well sealed and free of leaks if you
are working with such media.

self-igniting materials

are

flammable without

supply

, or

explosive

such as

materials.

poisonous

mists,

vapours,

reactions when working with media at reduced pressure and
increased temperature.

• There can be electrostatic processes between the medium
and the device which can lead to direct danger.

• Some medium may be released due to the residual leakage

,

rate of the device.

• Before commissioning check that all the housing parts are
present and fastened to the device.

• Do not lift the pump if the handle is loose and the handle
securing screw (E) is loose or missing!

• Only switch the pump on if the pump is standing vertically.

• Connect the hose connections (INLET-OUTLET) and interfaces
in accordance with
operating instructions.

• Ensure

• Ensure that vapours containing solvent can be sucked into

• Do not use the pump to create pressure.

• Observe the permitted pressure at the inlet and outlet side;

• The

• Use a solenoid valve or a check valve in the suction line if

• When using an emission condenser ensure that the coolant

that the
its ignition
increases the temperature of the medium additionally.

the pump.

see the chapter “Technical data”.

suction-side line.

there are several load units.

is flowing freely.

temperature.

gas

flow must only be regulated/throttled in the

the

temperature

The pumping process

labelling on

of the evacuated

the device and the

medium is below

(compression)

6

Protection of the device

WARNING

CAUTION

• The device is only disconnected from the power supply when
the power or device plug is removed.

• The socket for the power supply cable must be easy to access.

• Covers or parts that can be removed from the device without
tools must later be refitted to ensure safe operation, unless
anything else is connected at this point. This will prevent the
infiltration of foreign objects, liquids and other contaminants.

• Unwanted liquids
extracting air during no-load operation.

• Avoid knocks or impact to the device.

Ensure that the substances used
with the device are compatible
with the materials of the device
parts that come into contact with
the

product; see

“

Product

The
rating plate must coincide with the
actual power supply.

that

contact parts”.

specified settings on the

have entered

the

chapter

can be removed by

Unpacking

Unpacking

• Unpack the device carefully.

• Any damage should be notified immediately to the shipping
agent (post oce, railway network or transport company).

• The device must only be opened by trained, skilled personnel
(who have been authorised to do so).

• The device must not be modified without authorisation from
IKA.

• To ensure sufficient cooling for

digital, the ventilation slits on the housing must not

Vacstar
be covered.

• Only use original
ensure that the device works reliably.

• Watch out for
device. Warm up the device first, if it has been brought in
from a cold environment.

• Never fasten the vaccum pump over a heating bath.

• Ensure that no solids and/or liquids can enter the diaphragm
of the vacuum pump IKA Vacstar digital through the suction
line of the pump. This damages the diaphragm and other
internal parts of the pump. This reduces delivery capacity and
the final pressure can no longer be achieved. Deposits may
be produced in the interior, reducing service life and causing
leaks.

replacement

water condensation

the vacuum pump IKA

parts for

maintenance

inside and outside the

to

Scope of delivery

Diaphragm vacuum pump
Power supply cable

Laptop Euro
Power supply cable
Laptop GB
Power supply cable
Laptop CH

USB A - USB B cable

Vacuum hose 1m

IKA Vacstar digital

Silencer

Connecting cable MVP

10.100
Operating instructions

A

Warranty card

7

Correct use

Use

WARNING

The laboratory diaphragm vacuum pump
together with other laboratory devices to create a vacuum.
For specific vacuum control, an additional vacuum controller IKA
VC 10 or IKA rotary evaporator RV 10 auto is required.

Area of use (only indoors)

The device is suitable for use in

The safety of the user cannot be ensured:

• if the device is used in conjunctions with accessories not
made or recommended by the manufacturer!

The device must not be used for:

- evacuating biological habitats,

-

evacuating explosive, corrosive

or similar gases,

- throughput/use of liquids

The device is not suitable for:

- pumping up objects

- pumping liquids

- use in potentially explosive
atmospheres

- underwater

- underground

residential

IKA Vacstar digital is

areas and all other areas.

used

Standalone operation
The vacuum pump can be operated without a controller.
The delivery
speaking, the smaller the volume to be evacuated, the lower the
speed should be. The final pressure is not controlled.

Operation with accessories
Along with the accessories recommended by IKA, the vacuum
pump
specified final pressure e.g. for operating an IKA
It can also be used for classical separation, filtration or drying in
the laboratory.
With an appropriate vacuum controller
evaporator (e.g. RV 10 auto), the
automatically, for automatic boiling point detection, scheduled
pressure-time

Intended use: Tabletop device

• if modifications are made to the device or parts of the device

• if the device is

capacity

IKA Vacstar digital

by third parties!

instructions!

can be set using the adjustable speed.

is suitable for controlled evacuation to a

(e.g. VC 10)

Vacstar digital

curves or programs from the solvent library, for example.

operated in contravention of the safety

rotary evaporator.

can be operated

Generally

or with a rotary

DANGER

CAUTION

Useful information

You can
solvent vapours into
using
condenser.

Special care must be taken when
working with gas
include condensable gases (e.g.
solvents). If diaphragm pumps are
used with
in the pump’s air flow. This leads
to a build-up of pressure in the
vacuum chamber,
influences the effectiveness and
service life of the diaphragms and
valves.

If liquid or condensate enters the
vacuum chambers, the specified
minimum working pressure is no
longer achieved.

To
diaphragms against liquid, use an
upstream condensate separator,
such as a Woulff bottle.

prevent the release

the atmosphere

a downstream emission

mixtures

such

gases they

which in turn

protect

the inner valves and

of

that

condense

CAUTION

NOTE

Diaphragm vacuum pumps are oscillating displacement pumps.
The diaphragms expand the volume of the vacuum chamber to
produce an underpressure, which sucks air into the chamber. The
air is then pressed out of the vacuum chamber by subsequent
compression. Changes between the inlet and outlet are controlled
by diaphragm valves.
The physical unit for pressure is 1 Pascal [Pa].
However people often still use the unit millibar [mbar] colloquially.

1 mbar = 100 Pa
1 bar = 10
1 Pa = 10
1 Pa = 0.01 mbar

5

Pa

-5

bar

It is generally recommended that
you run the pump with no load at
the end of the
operation, approx. 3 up to max. 5
minutes) to dispel any residues in
the pump.

If applicable, vent the recipient.
To do this, remove the suction line
during manual operation.

Observe the operating instructions
of the relevant devices.

process (no-load

8

A distinction

is made

between different ranges

in vacuum

technology.
Rough vacuum: 10

Fine vacuum: 10² to 10
High vacuum: 10
Ultra high vacuum < 10

5

to 10² Pa (1000 to 1 mbar)

-1

-1

Pa (1 to 10-3 mbar)

to 10-5 Pa (10-3 to 10

-5

Pa (< 10

-7

mbar)

-7

mbar)

The periodic movements of the diaphragms create a vacuum at
the pump inlet. Diaphragm vacuum pumps work with a rough
vacuum of up to 10

2

Pa. Lower pressures cannot be achieved with
these pumps.
To create fine, high and ultra high vacuums, oil-sealed vacuum
pumps, screw pumps, diffusion pumps or turbomolecular pumps
must be used, for example. Diaphragm vacuum pumps are often
used as pumps for the preliminary stage in these contexts.

Compressing and releasing the pressure on air creates a noise. The
pump is quieter the less air is transported. This means that there
is less operating noise during normal operation if the pressure is
reduced.
A fitted exhaust hose with a sound absorber can also be used to
reduce noise.
In automatic operation with controlled speed the pump reduces
its speed when it reaches the target value. If the leakage rate in the
entire system is low enough, the speed may even be set to “zero”.

When combined with the vacuum controller VC 10 or the
rotary

evaporator with integrated vacuum controller RV 10 auto,

the

pump can

also

be used for

“two-position control” (valve-controlled)

or “analogue speed control” of the vacuum.

Two-position control

When the target value is reached, the suction line is interrupted.
Due to the small delay between the times when the pressure value
is detected, when comparison is made with the target value, when
a vacuum valve is switched off and when the suction line of the
vacuum-producing system are switched off, it is easy to go below
the set target value. If the pressure in the system goes up again
due to a natural leakage rate, the suction line valve opens.

Schematic view of two-position vacuum control

mbar

t

Setting up

Analogue speed control

With this control, the speed of the pump,

and therefore its

suction
power, is reduced the closer the measured pressure reaches the
target value. Once the target value is reached,

the pump only
operates according to the leakage rate of the system. This enables
quiet functioning, precise vacuum control and a long service life
for the

moving pump parts

. Exact

automatic boiling

point

recognition

is
possible with this type of control, meaning that the system reaches
and keeps the solvent at its boiling point in automatic mode.

Schematic view of speed vacuum control

mbar

t

NOTE

Ensure that you follow the general
rule

, that

the

recipient

(load/vacuum
container/glass condenser) should
always

be connected to

line at its

highest

point.

the suction

This reduces
the risk of liquids entering the vacuum
pump.

Liquid in the pump chambers
makes the pump properties worse.

Connect the hose

connections
(INLET/OUTLET) and interfaces in
accordance with
pump and the

the labelling on the

operating instructions.

The connections are barbed hose connectors

. Ensure that the
hoses have hose clips if applicable.
Lay the hoses in such a way that no condensate can flow into the
pump.
Ensure that the air can enter the ventilation slit (H) unhindered.

Install a condensate separator (e.g. a Woulff bottle) in the suction
line before the intake spigot of the pump to protect against water
coming in.
If solvent vapours are sucked in, an emission condenser (accessory)
after the pump helps to condense it, and prevents it being released
into the atmosphere.

9

Connection of interfaces

NOTE

O: Hose connection d= 8 mm OUTLET
Link this connection to the emission condenser with a vacuum

hose, or fit a sound absorber to the end.

NOTE

K: Connection for vacuum controller VC 10 (Mini DIN)
You can connect the vacuum pump and the vacuum controller
VC 10 or the
connection cable
vacuum control.
The vacuum controller detects the pump and switches to
speed-vacuum control mode. Two-position control is deactivated.

rotary evaporator RV10 auto

MVP 10.100

Observe the relevant connections
(see Fig. 1).

Put the end of the hose in the
extractor hood!

Check there is a free outlet on the
pressurised side!

Do not use a throttle on the
pressurised side
the outlet! Connect the exhaust
line to this connection.

for

precise speed-controlled

and do not close

with the analogue

L: USB interface
Connect the vacuum pump IKA Vacstar digital to a PC with a USB
A - USB B cable. Any device software updates can be loaded using
the IKA FUT software tool.

M: RS 232 interface
You can connect the IKA Vacstar digital vacuum pump to a PC
using an RS 232 interface cable. The pump can be operated in
conjunction with other devices with
device software.
and outputs”.

N: Water valve connection
Connect the optional water
diaphragm vacuum pump.
condensor is controlled using the water valve. The valve is opened
as soon as the pump is switched on.

I: Hose connection for suction line d= 8 mm INLET
Connect the suction line to this connection.
Link this connection to the recipient (rotary evaporator condenser,
laboratory reacor etc.) with a vacuum hose.

P: Power supply cable connection
Check that the voltage information on the rating plate matches
your mains supply. Connect
electricity.

For

further

information

labworldsoft® laboratory

see the chapter “Interfaces

throttle

valve RV 10.5001

The water

the

power supply

flow to the emission

cable

to the

to supply

Configuration

NOTE

Two-position control:
IKA Vacstar digital in standalone operation

Vacuum created without a controller through simple suction, no
vacuum target value control possible.
The pump speed can be changed by manually setting the speed
using the rotating/pressing knob (C) of the vaccum pump.Manual

1 Recipient (load, e.g. rotary

evaporator, reactor)

2 Vacuum separator (e.g. Woulff

bottle)
5 Vacuum valve/ball valve
7 Emission condenser

Observe the operating instructions
for the devices.

activation of the vacuum valve or ball valve.
Rough vacuum control is possible, for example, with the vacuum
control valves VCV 1 and VCV 2, by mixing in air from outside.

10

IKA Vacstar digital with vacuum controller VC 10

NOTE

When the target value is reached, the suction line is closed by the
vacuum valve integrated in the VC 10. The pump speed can be
changed by manually setting the speed.

1 Recipient (load, e.g. rotary

evaporator, reactor)

2 Vacuum separator (e.g. Woulff

bottle)

3 Vent valve
4 Pressure sensor
5 Vacuum valve/ball valve
6 Pump cut-out unit VC 2.4
7 Emission condenser

Cannot
water valve RV 10.5001 in conjunction
with VC 2.4.

Refer to the operating instructions
for the vacuum controller VC 10!

be operated with optional

When using the optional pump cut-out unit
VC 2.4 (ref. 6) the pump is switched off when the target value is
reached (operating mode B).
This

device configuration
cut-out unit VC 2.4. The pump runs on. For good control, the
pump should be operated at a low speed.

is also

possible without

the pump

Speed regulation

IKA Vacstar digital with vacuum controller VC 10 or rotary

RV 10 auto

NOTE

Automatc setting of the operating mode “Speed regulation” as
soon as the
connects the pump

1 Recipient (load, e.g. rotary

evaporator, reactor)

2 Vacuum separator (e.g.

Woulff bottle)
7 Emission condenser
8 Analogue connecting cable

MVP 10.100

analogue connecting cable

Observe the operating instructions
for the devices.

MVP 10.100 (ref. 8)

with the vacuum controller or rotary evaporator.

evaporator

When the target value is reached, the pump speed is
matically
value is reached, the pump applies
rate of the vacuum system. Automatic boiling point recognition
is possible.

reduced to a minimum of “0 rpm”. Once the target

suction according to the

24 VDC
115/230 V

auto-

leakage

11

Commissioning

NOTE

Check if the voltage specified on the type plate matches the avail­able mains voltage. If these conditions are met, the device is ready
for operation when it is plugged in to the mains.

Switching on

1. Switch on the device using the main switch (D). All display

sements are shown to enable a visual check.

2. Software version number display (e.g. vers. 1.00).

3. Operating mode display (A; B). (Factory setting: Operating

mode A)

Observe the operating instructions
for the devices.

The socket used must be earthed
(grounded contact).

Otherwise safe operation is not guaranteed or the device may be
damaged.
Observe the ambient conditions indicated under “Technical data”.

Operating mode B:
In this operating mode, the set target value is saved when the

current run comes to an end or the device is switched off, and
the value can be changed.
Operating mode B is required particularly in combination with
the pump cut-out unit VC 2.4.
Automatic restart after mains power is cut off.

Changing operating mode:

1. Press the rotating/pressing knob (C) and switch on the
device at the main switch (D) at the same time to change
between the two operating modes.

The operating mode can be changed when you switch on the
device.

Operating mode A:
In this operating mode, the set target value is not saved when

the current run comes to an end or the device is switched off.
No automatic restart after mains power is cut off.

Switching on with several interfaces

If the pump is operated via the analogue connecting cable MVP

10.100 with the vacuum controller VC 10 or the rotary evaporator
RV 10 auto, “VC 10” is shown on the display.

Switching off

Switch off the device using the main switch (D).

Unplug the appliance from the
mains socket to disconnect it from
the mains.

In standalone operation or two-position operation in combination
with the vacuum controller VC 10 the target speed can be set by
turning the rotating/pressing knob (C). Push to start the pump and
push again to stop it. A flashing light on the display (B) indicates
when the device is running.

If the vacuum controller is connected to a PC, “PC” is shown on
the display (B).

12

Interfaces and outputs

NOTE

The device can be operated in “Remote” mode via an RS232 or
USB interface using the laboratory software labworldsoft
232 interface (M) at the back of the device is fitted with a 9-pole
SUB-D jack which can be connected to a PC. The pins are assigned
serial signals.

USB Interface

The Universal Serial Bus (USB) is a serial bus system which allows
the device to be connected to the PC. Devices that support USB
can be connected to each other whilst
plugging) and provide automatic
devices and their properties.
Use the

USB interface
operation in “Remote” mode and for updating the firmware using
the “Firmware update tool”.

Installation

Before the device is connected with the PC using the USB data
cable, the USB driver must be installed.
The USB driver can be downloaded from the website:

Serial interface RS 232 (V 24)

Configuration:

• The functions of the interface circuit between the device and

the automation system
in the EIA standard RS232 as per DIN 66020 Part 1.

• Standard RS 232, corresponding to DIN 66259 Part 1 is valid

for the electric characteristics of the
assignment of signal states.

• Transmission process: Asynchronous character transmission

in start-stop operation.

• Transmission type: Full duplex.

• Character format: Character composition according to data

format in DIN 66022 for start-stop operation. 1 start bit, 7
character bits, 1 parity bit (even), 1 stop bit.

• Transmission speed: 9600 Bits/s.

• Data flow control: none

• Access method: Data transmission from the device to the

computer only occurs after a request from the computer.

Command syntax and format

The following points should be noted for the instruction set:

• Commands are generally sent from the computer (master) to

the device (slave).

• The device only responds to requests from the computer.

Even error messages are not send spontaneously from the
device to the computer (automation system).

• The commands are transmitted in captial letters.

• Commands

must be separated by at least one space (code: hex 0x20).

• Each individual command (including parameters and data)

and all responses are completed with CRLF (code: hex 0x20
hex 0x0d hex 0x0A) and can have a maximum length of 50
characters.

• The dot is used for decimal separators in a floating-point val-

ue (code: hex 0x2E).

and

Please comply with
requirements together with the
operating instructions and help
section

included with

they are running

recognition of the

in conjunction with

are a selection from the signals specified

interface

parameters,

as well as consecutive parameters,

the system

the software.

®

. The RS

connected

labworldsoft®

circuits and

(hot

for

The

details

given
of NAMUR (NAMUR recommendations for the design of electrical
plug-in connectors for analogue and digital signals in laboratory
MSR devices. Rev. 1.1).

The NAMUR commands and the additional IKA-specific
commands are only used as low-level
between the device and the PC. With an appropriate terminal or
communication program, these commands can
directly to the device.

NAMUR commands Function

IN_NAME Read device name
IN_PV_4 Read current speed value
IN_SP_4 Read rated speed value
OUT_SP_4 Adjust the rated speed value
START_4 Start evacuation
STOP_4 Stop evacuation
RESET Switch to normal operating mode
OUT_NAME Set device name
OUT_SP_42@n Setting WD safety limit speed with

OUT_WD1@m Watchdog mode 1
OUT_WD2@m Watchdog mode 2

“Watchdog” functions; monitoring of the serial data flow

If, once this function has been activated (see NAMUR commands),
there is no retransmission of the command from the computer
within the set time (“watchdog time”), the Evacuation function is
switched off in accordance with the set “watchdog” mode or is
returned to previously set target values. The data transmission may
be interrupted by, for example, a crash in the operating system,
a power failure in the PC or an issue with the connection cable
between the computer and the device.

“Watchdog” mode 1
If event WD1 should occur, the evacuation function is switched

off and ER2 is displayed. Set watchdog time to m (20- 1,500)
seconds, with watchdog time echo. This command launches the
watchdog function
time.

“Watchdog” mode 2
If there is an interruption in data communications (longer than the

set watchdog time), the speed target value is changed to the set
WD safety speed limit. The warning PC 2 is displayed. The WD2
event can be reset with
function.
Set watchdog time to m (20 - 1,500) seconds, with watchdog
time echo. This command launches the watchdog function and
must be transmitted within the set watchdog time.

above generally comply

set value echo

and must be transmitted within the

OUT_WD2@0 -

with the

recommendations

commands for communication

be transmitted

set watchdog

this also stops

the watchdog

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Accessories: PC 1.1 cable (device to PC)

9

9

Required for connecting the 9-pin socket to a PC.

6
7
8
9

1
2
3
4
5

RxD 2
TxD 3

GND 5

RTS 7
CTS 8

1

4

6

USB A - USB B cable

Required for connecting the USB interface (L) to a PC.

USB B

Connecting cable MVP 10.100

Required for connecting VC 10 and RV 10 auto with the diaphragm vacuum pump

A

IKA Vacstar digital

9
8
7
6

1
2 RxD

3 TxD
4

PC

5 GND
6
7 RTS
8 CTS

(speed operation).

5
4
3
2
1

USB A

Fig. 10

Fig. 11

Fig. 12

Maintenance and cleaning

The device is maintenance-free. However it is subject to natural
wear and tear on parts and their statistical failure rate.

Unplug from the mains before clean­ing.

Only clean the IKA device using these IKA-approved cleaning
agents:

Dirt Cleaning agent

Dyes Isopropyl alcohol
Building materials Water containing detergent, isopropanol
Cosmetics Water containing detergent, isopropanol
Food Water containing detergent
Fuels Water containing detergent
Other materials Please ask IKA

• Wear protective gloves when cleaning the devices.

• Do not place electrical appliances into the cleaning agents for
cleaning purposes.

• Ensure no liquid enters the device during cleaning.

• Please consult with IKA before using any cleaning
decontamination methods not specifically recommended.

or

Ordering spare parts
When ordering spare parts,

please make sure

to indicate the

following:

• Device type

• Device manufacturing number; see rating plate

• Reference number and description of spare part; see spare
part diagram and list at www.ika.de.

Repairs

Please only send devices in for repair that have been
cleaned and are free of materials which might present
health hazards.

For this, use the “certificate of compliance” form which you
can obtain from IKA or can download a version for printing from
the IKA website www.ika.de

If your appliance requires repair, return it in its original packaging.
Storage packaging is not sucient. also use appropriate transport
packaging.

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Error codes

If an error occurs, this is shown in an error on the display (B), e.g. Error 4.
Proceed as follows:

• Switch the device off on the device switch,

• Take corrective measure,

• Switch device back on.

Error Cause Reason Solution

Error 3 Overheat The pump does not run Switch off the pump, disconnect it from the mains, let

Error 4 Motor blocked/overload The pump does not run Switch off the pump, disconnect it from the mains

Error 8 Hall sensor defective The pump does not run Service
Error 9 BLP self-test/EEPROM error The pump does not run Service
No display Pump diaphragm defective Minimum pressure and suction

rate are not achieved

No display Diaphragm valve defective Minimum pressure and suction

rate are not achieved

No display Liquid in the pump chambers Minimum pressure and suction

rate are not achieved

In the event that the fault cannot be eliminated using the measures described or another error code is displayed:

• Please contact the Service Department,

• Send the device and a brief description of the fault.

it cool down.

Let the pump cool down.
Ventilate the vacuum system to normal pressure.

Service
Request a maintenance kit

Service
Request a maintenance kit

Let the pump run dry (no-load operation)

• Vacuum controller IKA VC 10

• Vacuum control valve IKA

• Check valve IKA VC 10.300

• Vacuum hose IKA VH.SI.8

• PC 1.1 cable (RS 232)

Name Material

Connection spigot PPS

Connection piece PPS

Distributor PPS

Head piece PPS

Diaphragm valve FFPM

Diaphragm NBR/PTFE

Clamp PPS

VCV 1 and VCV 2

Accessories

• Maintenance kit

• Vacuum safety emission condenser VSE 1

• Woulff bottle/water valve set VSW1

For further accessories see www.ika.de

Product contact parts

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Technical data

Base unit Value

Delivery capacity max. m³/h 1.32
Delivery capacity max. L/min 22
Final pressure mbar 2

Suction steps 4
Cylinder 4
Connection diameter suction side mm 8
Connection diameter pressure side mm 8
Gas ballast valve no
Inlet pressure min. mbar 2
Inlet pressure max. mbar 1030
Boiling point recognition no
Solvent library no
Two-position control yes
Analogue speed-vacuum control yes
Speed setting option rotating/pressing knob
Speed min. rpm 285
Speed max. rpm 1200
Display LED
Vacuum sensor no
Vent valve no
Condensate separator no
Emission condenser no
Volume at minimum pressure dB(A) 54
Product contact material PTFE, FFPM, PPS, NBR
Housing material Cast alu, coated
Appropriate for clean room no
Explosion-proof no
Width mm 150
Depth mm 370
Height mm 375
Weight kg 11.5
Permitted ambient temperature min. °C 5
Permitted ambient temperature max. °C 40
Permitted relative humidity % 80
Protection class according to DIN EN 60529 IP 20
RS 232 interface yes
USB interface yes
Analogue output no
Voltage V 100-240
Frequency Hz 50/60
Power consumption W 130
Standby power consumption W 1.5
DC VDC 24

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Base unit Value

Protection class II
Overvoltage category I
Degree of contamination 1
Use above max. sea level m 2000
Firmware update yes

Subject to technical changes

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