This installation manual is intended for the operator and for technically qualified
personnel with experience in leak detection technology and integration of leak
detection devices in leak detection systems. In addition, the installation and use of
the unit require knowledge of electronic interfaces.
1.2Other applicable documents
Control unit operating manualjina54
Bus module installation manualjiqb10
I/O module installation manualjiqc10
Interface protocolsjira54
1.3Presentation of information
1.3.1Warnings
Imminent threat of danger resulting in death or severe injuries
Dangerous situation potentially resulting in death or severe injuries
Dangerous situation resulting in minor injuries
Dangerous situation resulting in damage to property or the environment
About this manual5
1.3.2Text markings
MarkingMeaning
►
1, 2, 3, ...Several instructions in a fixed order
S
MALLCAPS
Information
Requirement for execution of an action
Tool or aid for an action
Instruction
Result of an action
Designation of the unit or command/term from the menu
Useful tips and information
6About this manual
2Safety
2.1Intended use
The unit is a modular leak detector for installation in industrial leak detection
systems. The test gases that can be measured with the unit are helium and hydrogen
(forming gas).
The unit is suitable for pressure and vacuum testing. The unit is used for integral
testing in a vacuum and for local testing with a sniffer line.
► Install, operate and service the unit only in compliance with this manual.
► Comply with the limits of application (see Chapter 4.3, page 13).
2.2User requirements
Safety conscious operation
► Operate and install the unit only if it is in perfect working order and as intended,
in a safety-conscious manner and fully aware of dangers, in compliance with this
manual.
► Fulfill and ensure compliance with the following regulations:
– Intended use
– Generally applicable safety and accident prevention regulations
– International, national and local standards and guidelines
– Additional provisions and regulations that are specific to the unit
► Use only original parts or parts approved by the manufacturer.
► Keep this manual available at the operating site.
Personnel qualifications
► All work must be performed only by technical specialists who have been trained
on the unit.
► Allow personnel in training to work with the unit only under the supervision of
technical specialists.
► Make sure that the authorized personnel have read and understood this manual
and all other applicable documents (see Chapter 1.2, page 5), especially the
information on safety, maintenance and repairs, before starting work.
► Define responsibilities, authorizations and supervision of personnel.
2.3User requirements
► Read, observe and follow the information in this manual and the working
instructions created by the owner, especially the safety instructions and warnings.
► Perform all work based on the complete manual.
Safety7
2.4General safety information
The unit was built according to the state of the art and the recognized safety
regulations. Nevertheless, improper use can result in danger to life and limb of the
user or other persons and damage to the unit and other property.
Electric power
The unit is operated with electric voltages up to 24 V. Inside the unit there are
voltages that are considerably higher. Touching parts where electric voltage is
present can result in death.
► Disconnect the unit from the power supply prior to any installation and
maintenance work.
Touching live parts with the sniffer probe can result in death.
► Before starting the leak test, disconnect electrically operated test objects from the
power supply.
The unit contains electric components that can be damaged from high electric
voltage.
► Before connecting the unit to the power supply, make sure that the supply voltage
is 24V +/-10%.
Liquids and chemical substances
Liquids and chemical substances can damage the unit.
► Comply with the limits of application (see Chapter 4.3, page 13).
► Do not suck up any liquids.
► Keep the hydrogen concentration low to prevent ignition.
Permanent magnets
Permanent magnets in the unit pose a hazard to health.
► Keep a sufficient distance from the unit.
Kinetic energy
A high force that is caused by sudden blocking of the turbo molecular pump can
damage the unit.
► Make sure the mount of the mass spectrometer module is able to absorb a
braking torque of 620 Nm.
8Safety
3Shipment check, transport, storage
Interference with pacemakers
The magnets in the mass spectrometer module can affect the proper functioning of
pacemakers.
► Always comply with the distances recommended by the pacemaker
manufacturer.
3.1Checking shipment
Scope of delivery
ArticleQuantity
Mass spectrometer module1
Plug for 24V connection1
PIRANI gauge1
Self-locking nuts4
Plug for O
Plug for G
Installation manual1
USB stick1
► Check shipment to make sure it is complete.
UTPUT1
AUGES EXIT1
3.2Transport
3.3Storage
Damage due to unsuitable packaging material
Transport in unsuitable packaging material can damage the unit.
► Transport the unit only in the original packaging material.
► Keep original packaging material.
Damage if feet are missing
► Install the mounting screws on the feet.
► Always store the unit in compliance with the technical data, see Chapter 4.3,
page 13.
Shipment check, transport, storage9
4Description
The mass spectrometer module is part of the leak detection system LDS3000. The
mass spectrometer module can be operated as part of a test system without the need
for additional equipment from INFICON.
4.1Construction of the unit
Fig: 1Mass spectrometer module LDS3000
1 - Terminal block
Connections for test system, backing pump, PIRANI gauge, internal calibration leak
and sniffer line.
1: Connection U
Connection for optional external pressure measurement locations (0 ... 10 V or
0 … 20 mA) for INFICON Service
Connection plug arrangement
1+24 V output, max. 200 mA
2Input for P3 service gauge, 0 ... 10 V
3GND
4Reference to input for P3 service gauge
520 mA input for P3 service gauge
4 - 1
Connection for PIRANI gauge, test leak and suppressor on the pre-amplifier (premounted, three-core cable)
5 - 24VDC
Connection for 24 V power supply pack used to supply mass spectrometer module,
control unit, I/O module and bus module.
6 - 2
Connection for inverter turbo molecular pump and fan turbo molecular pump (premounted, two-core cable)
7 - ION SOURCE
Connection for ion source
8 - 3
Connection for pre-amplifier
9 -
Power LED
The Power LED and Status LED indicate the status of the unit; see no. 12 - S
10 - SERVICE
RS232 connection for INFICON Service
11 - I/O / ANYBUS
Connection for I/O or bus module or control unit
Information The connections I/O / A
NYBUS and CONTROL UNIT have the same
functions. You have the choice of connecting:
– Control unit CU1000 + I/O module IO1000 or
– Control unit CU1000 + bus module BM1000 or
– I/O module IO1000 + bus module BM1000 or
– 2 control units CU1000 or
– 2 I/O modules IO1000 (configurable only together)
TATUS.
12Description
12 - STATUS
Status LED
The Power LED and Status LED indicate the status of the unit.
Power LEDStatus LEDMeaning
OffRedDevice not ready for operation
GreenBlueTurbo molecular pump is starting
GreenOrangeEmission is switched on
GreenGreenEmission is stable
GreenViolet
Green
Green, flashes slowlySupply voltage < 21.6 V
Green, flashes fastSupply voltage > 26.4 V
Green, flashes fastOffSoftware is being updated
GreenGreen, flashes fastSoftware is being updated
13 - CONTROL UNIT
Connection for control unit or I/O or bus module
Information The connections C
functions. You have the choice of connecting:
– Control unit CU1000 + I/O module IO1000 or
– Control unit CU1000 + bus module BM1000 or
– I/O module IO1000 + bus module BM1000 or
– 2 control units CU1000 or
– 2 I/O modules IO1000 (configurable only together)
Error codes of the
status LED
ONTROL UNIT and I/O / ANYBUS have the same
Speed of the turbo molecular pump is
not within the normal range
Different activities of the unit
4.2Function
The mass spectrometer module is a detection device for the test gases helium and
hydrogen. Integrated in test systems, the unit is used to detect gas being emitted
from a test object in order to indicate leaks.
The unit can be used both as a vacuum leak detector and a sniffer leak detector.
The MSB box outputs data on digital interfaces to the control unit CU1000, I/O
module IO1000 or bus module BM1000.
4.3Technical data
4.3.1Mechanical data
Dimensions (W x H x D)320 mm x 280 mm x 240 mm
Weight14.3 kg
Connection G
Connection F
Connection U
ROSS/FOREPUMP2xDN16
INE/SNIFFER2xDN16
LTRADN 16 and DN 25
Description13
4.3.2Electrical data
Supply voltage24 V ± 10% DC
Power inputmax. 10 A
4.3.3Physical data
Noise level< 60 dB(A)
Detectable gases
Max. inlet pressure
(varying with the operation mode and
the speed of the turbo molecular
pump)
Operation in vacuum mode
Minimum detectable leak rate
(varying with the operation mode and
the speed of the turbo molecular
pump):
Time until ready for operation150 s
Operation in Sniffer mode
4
He, H2, Mass 3 (e. g. H-D, 3He or H3)
0.2 mbar ... 18 mbar
Helium< 5 x 10
-12
mbar·l/s
Minimum detectable leak rate:
Helium< 1 x 10
Response time in Sniffer modeG
4.3.4Ambient conditions
Permissible ambient temperature
(during operation)
Permissible storage temperature-20 °C ... 60 °C
Max. relative humidity
at temperatures:
Type of protectionIP 40
Pollution degreeII
Max. altitude above sea level2000 m
Max. induction7 mT
-7
mbar·l/s
ROSS: < 5 s, FINE/ULTRA: < 1 s
10 °C ... 45 °C
< +31 °C80%
+31 °C to +40 °Cdecreasing linearly from 80% ... 50%
The mass spectrometer module is delivered with fastening screws and transport nuts
already mounted.
1 Remove transport nuts.
2 Drill through-holes:
– X distance: 283 mm
– Y distance: 121.5 mm
– Through-hole in sheet metal: 9 mm
– Mounting screws: M8 x 50
Material damage if washers are missing
Failure to install the washers can cause the MO bearings to pull out.
► Always install washers between test system and MO bearings.
3 Use self-locking nuts (but NO transport nuts) to install the mass spectrometer
module.
Severe injuries due to mass spectrometer module breaking out
If not screwed down properly, the mass spectrometer module can be caused to
break out if the rotor of the turbo molecular pump suddenly locks up. This can result
in injuries of the most severe kind.
► Mount the mass spectrometer module so that it cannot break out.
4 Place the mass spectrometer module on top of the through-holes and screw it
down using the fasteners.
18Installation
5.3Connecting the mass spectrometer module to the test system
The operation mode of the vacuum connection and the speed of the turbo molecular
pump define:
•Minimum detectable leak rate (MDLR)
•Maximum inlet pressure (P
•Volume flow rate (S)
max
)
Connection
Speed turbo molecular pump
1000 Hz1500 Hz
-12
mbar·l/s< 1 x 10
U
LTRA
MDLR: < 5 x 10
P
: 0.2 mbar0.2 mbar *
max
S: 5l/s6l/s
MDLR: < 1 x 10
INE
F
P
: 0.9 mbar0.4 mbar *
max
-11
mbar·l/s< 5 x 10
S: 1.8 l/s2.5 l/s
MDLR: < 1 x 10-9mbar·l/s< 2 x 10-8mbar·l/s
G
ROSS
P
: 18 mbar15 mbar
max
S: depends on the backing pump
* constantly permissible inlet pressure
Temporary exceed (< 3 s):
Permissible inlet pressure is 0.4 mbar in U
LTRA and 0.7 mbar in FINE.
Long-term exceed (> 3 s):
Warning (TMP overheating) and possible damage to the filament.
-11
-11
mbar·l/s
mbar·l/s
Material damage due to pressure surges
Pressure surges exceeding the maximum inlet pressure will damage the mass
spectrometer module.
► Do not exceed the maximum inlet pressure.
1 Set the operation mode vacuum connection and the speed turbo molecular pump
in accordance with the physical vacuum conditions found in the test system.
2 Connect the mass spectrometer module to the U
LTRA, FINE or GROSS connections
on the vacuum system of the test system.
3 Set the speed of the turbo molecular pump.
Installation19
5.4Connection of the connection block
1 Connect PIRANI gauge and backing pump to GROSS/FOREPUMP.
2 Connect the test leak to the second available flange of the vacuum connection.
For the unit to operate correctly upon opening of the sniffer valve, no additional line
can be connected between the connection block and the sniffer valve or between the
sniffer valve and the sniffer line.
3 Connect the sniffer line to F
INE.
5.5Connecting the MSB box
InformationThe connections are close together. To make installation easier, first
connect the inner connections, then the outer ones.
Material damage if power supply pack has the wrong specifications or is
connected improperly
A power supply pack that has the wrong specifications or is connected improperly
can destroy the unit.
► Use a suitable power supply pack:
– Use a power supply pack that supplies an output voltage with electrically
protective separation
– Output voltage: 24 V +/-10%
– Current rating: min. 8 A
► If the short-circuit current of the power supply pack is > 10 A, connect a fuse
between power supply pack and mass spectrometer module.
► Use a power cable with a large enough cross section.
1 Connect the 24 V power cable to the included plug (connections: +24 V to 1+ and
GND to 1-).
2 Plug in the mounted plug of the 24V power supply cable in 24VDC.
3 Use the data cable to connect the control unit to C
4 Use the data cable to connect the I/O or bus module to I/O as needed.
5 Connect the PIRANI gauge and the test leak to the cable of socket 1.
6 Connect the sniffer line to S
7 Connect the gas ballast valve to O
NIFFER as needed.
UTPUT as needed.
ONTROL UNIT as needed.
20Installation
6Operation
You can use the following accessories in combination with the mass spectrometer
module:
•CU1000 (control unit)
•BM1000 (bus module)
•IO1000 (I/O module)
The following applies to the functions and settings described in this chapter:
AccessoriesInformation onAre described in
Control unitMenuOperating Manual Control Unit CU1000
Bus moduleCommandsInterface Protocols LDS3000
I/O module
CommandsInterface Protocols LDS3000
Digital input and
outputs, Analog
outputs
Danger to life and material damage due to unsuitable operating conditions
There is danger to life due to unsuitable operating conditions. The unit can become
damaged.
Installation manual I/O module IO1000
► Avoid changing the position of the unit in an abrupt manner.
► Avoid extreme external vibrations and impact.
6.1Switching the unit on
1 Switch on the backing pump.
2 Establish the power supply to the mass spectrometer module.
System starts up automatically.
6.2Assigning the analog outputs of the I/O module
The analog outputs of the I/O module IO1000 can be assigned different
measurement displays via the control unit CU1000 or the I/O module IO1000.
► Assign the analog outputs of the I/O module as needed:
inactive→ active:
active→ inactive:
inactive→ active: Switch to Meas.
Start external dynamic calibration.
Apply value for background and finish calibration.
Start external calibration.
Apply value for background and finish calibration.
Enable sniffer mode.
Enable vacuum mode.
(Z
ERO is possible, all trigger outputs switch depending on the
leakage rate.)
Operation27
FunctionFlank/state:Description
inactive→ active:
STOP
Switch to Standby.
ERO is not possible, all trigger outputs will return "Fail".)
(Z
ZERO
inactive→ active:
active→ inactive:
Switch Z
Switch Z
ERO on.
ERO off.
ZERO_PULSinactive→ active. Switch ZERO on or off.
CLEAR
GASBALLAST
inactive→ active:
inactive→ active:
active→ inactive:
Erase warning or error message / cancel calibration.
Open gas ballast valve.
Close gas ballast valve unless always open.
External calibration mode for the "CAL" function:
inactive→ active:
External dynamic calibration
(without auto tune, allowing for the measuring times and pump
SELECT_DYN_NORMAL
active→ inactive:
cycle times set via the digital inputs)
External normal calibration
(with auto tune, not considering the system-specific measuring
times and pump cycle times)
START_STOP
inactive→ active:
active→ inactive:
Switch to Meas.
(Z
ERO is possible, all trigger outputs switch depending on the
leakage rate.)
Switch to Standby.
(Z
ERO is not possible, all trigger outputs will return "Fail".)
ZERO can be used to suppress undesired helium backgrounds. If ZERO is enabled,
the currently measured leakage rate value will be interpreted as a helium background
and subtracted from all subsequently measured values.
The background value suppressed by Z
background changes inside the unit.
Information If the signal filter Fixed or 2-Zone is selected, then the background value
is automatically adjusted based on the configured zero time.
► Enable or disable Z
S
ETTINGS > ZERO/FILTER > ZERO > ZEROMODE
ZEROWITH START suppresses the helium background automatically when a
measurement is started.
► Enable or disable Z
S
ETTINGS > ZERO/FILTER > ZERO > ZEROWITH START
6.9Selecting a signal filter
Signal filter
I•CAL
FixedThe leak rates are averaged at fixed intervals of 0.2 seconds.
2-Zone
► As a rule, use signal filter I•CAL.
► If the signal filter should simulate the time behavior of older units, then use filter
Fixed or 2-Zone.
► Select desired signal filter:
S
ETTINGS > ZERO/FILTER > FILTER > FILTERMODE
The leakage rates are averaged at time intervals that are optimized
for the range of the leakage rates.
Filter compatible with LDS1000 and LDS2000
The averaging period is switched depending on the leak rate
threshold.
ERO is adjusted automatically if the
ERO as needed:
EROWITH START as needed:
Operation31
6.10Calibrating the unit
► To ensure measuring accuracy, the unit must be calibrated regularly.
Information Recalibration at the start of every shift is recommended.
Incorrect measurement results due to premature calibration
If calibrated prematurely, the unit will produce incorrect measurement results.
► Allow the unit to run for at least 20 minutes before performing the calibration.
CalibrationParticularities
internal
external
external dynamic
• with internal test leak• Auto tune (mass adjustment)
• Determining the calibration
factor with the signal of the test
leak tuned
• Determining the background
Following calibration, adjust
the machine/sniff factor as
needed, see Chapter 6.10.4,
page 34
• Vacuum mode: with external
test leak installed in the test
system
• Sniffer mode: with external
sniffer leak
• Taking the test system
characteristics into account
(pressure, split flow ratio)
• with external test leak installed
in the test system
• Taking the test system
characteristics into account
(pressure, split flow ratio,
measuring time)
• Measuring time based on the
dynamic signal curve
• Auto tune (mass adjustment)
• Determining the calibration
factor after tuning the signal of
the test leak
• Determining the background
• Determining the calibration
factor before tuning the signal
of the test leak
• Determining the background
32Operation
6.10.1 Internal calibration
Internal test leak connected.
1 Enter leakage rate of the test leak via digital interface (control unit CU1000,
I/O module IO1000 or bus module BM1000).
2 Start calibration.
Calibration is performed automatically.
6.10.2 External calibration
Vacuum mode: External test leak installed and open in or on the test system.
Sniffer mode: Sniffer line measures sniffer leak.
1 Enter leakage rate of the external test leak via digital interface (control
unit CU1000, I/O module IO1000 or bus module BM1000).
2 Wait until leakage rate signal is tuned and stable.
3 Start calibration.
Request C
4 Vacuum mode: Close test leak inside the test system.
5 Sniffer mode: Remove sniffer line from sniffer leak.
Leakage rate signal decreases.
6 Confirm measured background value is stable.
LOSETESTLEAK
6.10.2.1 External dynamic calibration
Vacuum mode: External test leak installed and open in or on the test system.
Sniffer mode: Sniffer line measures sniffer leak.
1 Enter leakage rate of the external test leak via digital interface (control
unit CU1000, I/O module IO1000 or bus module BM1000).
2 Wait until leakage rate signal is tuned and stable.
3 If you wish to apply non-tuned leakage rate signal: Start calibration.
This leakage rate signal will be used for the calibration.
Request C
4 To determine the helium background, close the inlet valve on the test system.
If Calibration request is enabled, the unit will prompt the user to perform a calibration
30 minutes after it has been switched on and in case of temperature changes greater
than 5 °C.
► Enable or disable Calibration request as needed:
F
UNCTIONS > CAL > SETTINGS > CALREQUEST > CALIBRATIONREQUEST
6.10.4 Setting machine and sniff factor
The internal calibration will only calibrate the measurement system of a mass
spectrometer module that is uncoupled from the test system. If the unit is operated
in parallel to an additional pump system after an internal calibration (following the
split flow principle), the unit will indicate a leakage rate that is too low based on the
split flow ratio.
With the help of a corrective machine factor (in vacuum mode) and a sniff factor (in
sniffer mode), the unit indicates the actual leakage rate.
6.10.4.1 Setting machine and sniff factor manually
Mass spectrometer module calibrated internally.
1 Measure external test leak using the test system.
The unit indicates a leakage rate that is too low based on the split flow ratio.
To detect clogged sniffer lines, the backing pressure is monitored in sniffer mode.
You can adjust the pressure threshold that will result in a warning if values fall below
it.
Switching the compatibility mode will cause the unit to load the corresponding factory
settings of the LDS1000, LDS2010 or LDS3000.
6.20Warning and malfunction messages
Error
number
ASCII
protocol*
Limit
values
Error
number
102W
104W
106W
Warning/
Error
Error
Error message
LDS3000
1xx system error (RAM, ROM, EEPROM, clock, ...)
Timeout EEPROM
MSB,
(number of parameter)
One EEPROM
parameter initialized,
(number of parameter)
EEPROM parameters
initialized,
(number of parameter)
number
LDS1000
protocol
8443
8443
8443
Cause
EEPROM on IF board or
MSB defective
Following software update
or EEPROM defective
Following software update
or EEPROM defective
36Operation
Error
Error
number
Warning/
Error
Error message
LDS3000
number
LDS1000
protocol
110WClock is not set1616
122W
125W
127W
No answer from bus
module
I/O module
disconnected
Wrong bootloader
version
9999
9999
9999
130WSniffer not connected9999
2xx operating voltage error
201W
202W
U24VHz too low
(voltage [V])
U24VHz too high,
(voltage [V])
2412021.6V24V power supply pack
2412026.4V24V power supply pack
Output voltage 24V
203W
PWR12 out of range,
24120
(voltage [V])
Output voltage 24V
204W
PWR34 out of range,
24120
(voltage [V])
Output voltage 24V
205W
PWR56 out of range,
24120
(voltage [V])
Internal voltage 24V(8)
221W
out of range,
24120
(voltage [V])
Internal voltage 24V(9)
222W
out of range,
24120
(voltage [V])
Internal voltage
223W
24V(10) out of range,
24120
(voltage [V])
Internal voltage
224W
24V(11) out of range,
24120
(voltage [V])
Voltage +15V out of
240W
range,
24120
(voltage [V])
Voltage -15V out of
241W
range,
24120
(voltage [V])
Voltage +15V or -15V
242E
shortened,
24120
(voltage [V])
Internal voltage 5V out
250W
of range,
24120
(voltage [V])
Error
number
ASCII
protocol*
Limit
values
20V
30V
20V
30V
20V
30V
20V
30V
20V
30V
20V
30V
20V
30V
4.5V
5.5V
Cause
Jumper for clock not set,
battery drained, clock
defective
Connection to BUS module
interrupted
Connection to I/O module
interrupted
Boot loader not compatible
with application
Short circuit at valve 1
(calibration leak) or valve 2
(gas ballast)
Short circuit at valve 3 or
valve 4
Short circuit at valve 5
(sniff) or valve 6
Short circuit 24V at Control
Unit output
Short circuit 24V at IO
output
Short circuit 24V of the
TMP
Short circuit 24V
Pirani (1,2,3), sniffer line
+15V too low, IF board or
MSB defective
-15V too low, short circuit
at pre-amplifier, IF board or
MSB defective
+15V or -15V too low, short
circuit at pre-amplifier, IF
board or MSB defective
+15V or 5V too low,
Short circuit at preamplifier, IF board or MSB
defective
Operation37
Error
number
252E
3xx detection system (offset pre-amplifier, pre-amplifier test, emission, cathode test)
300W
301W
302W
303W
304W
305W
310W
311W
312E
340E
342W
350W
Warning/
Error
Error message
LDS3000
Voltage REF5V
shortened,
(voltage [V])
Anode voltage too low,
(anode voltage [V])
Anode voltage too high,
(anode voltage [V])
Suppressor voltage too
low,
(suppressor voltage [V])
Suppressor voltage too
high,
(suppressor voltage [V])
Anode cathode voltage
too low,
(anode - cathode
voltage)
Anode cathode voltage
too high,
(anode - cathode
voltage)
Cathode 1 broken,
(actual status)
Cathode 2 broken,
(actual status)
Cathode broken,
(actual status)
Emission error,
(emission current [A])
Cathodes not
connected
Suppressor not
connected
Error
number
LDS1000
protocol
24120
41132
40131
39130297V
38129363VMSB defective
3612740V
35126140VMSB defective
45136
46137
47138
44135
47138
39130
Error
number
ASCII
protocol*
Limit
values
7V <
Nom.
Value
7V >
Nom.
Value
<90%
Nom.
value
>110%
Nom.
Value
Cause
+15V or REV5V too low,
short circuit at preamplifier, IF board or MSB
defective
Short circuit anode voltage,
pressure in mass
spectrometer too high, IF
board, MSB or ion source
defective
MSB defective
Short circuit suppressor, IF
board or MSB defective
Short circuit anodecathode, IF board or MSB
defective
Cathode defective, line to
cathode interrupted, IF
board or MSB defective
Cathode defective, line to
cathode interrupted, IF
board or MSB defective
Cathode defective, line to
cathode interrupted, IF
board or MSB defective
Emission was stable
previously, pressure
probably too high,
message after 15s
Both cathodes defective
during self-testing or plug
not connected
Suppressor cable during
self-testing not connected
or defective
38Operation
Error
number
ASCII
protocol*
Error
number
360W
361W
362W
390W
Warning/
Error
Error message
LDS3000
Preamp output too low
(preamp voltage [V])
Preamp offset too high
(Offset [V])
Preamp range error
(preamp voltage [V])
500 G out of range,
(resistor [Ω])
Error
number
LDS1000
protocol
31123
31123
31123
31123
4xx TMP error (also temperature)
400E
402E
403E
404E
Error number of TMP,
(No. from TMP)
No communication with
TMP
TMP speed too low,
(TMP speed [Hz])
TMP current too high,
(current [A])
4915
4915
53142
4923A
405ENo runup TMP60615 Min.
TMP temperature too
410E
high,
49261°C
(No. from TMP)
411W
420E
422E
423W
TMP temperature high,
(No. from TMP)
TMP voltage too high,
(No. from TMP)
TMP no run up,
(No. from TMP)
TMP pressure rise,
(No. from TMP)
49260°C
492TMP Err002 at approx. 30V
4928 Min. TMP Err006
492TMP Wrn168
Limit
values
<-70 mV
at
500 GΩ
>+/-50 mV
at 500 GΩ,
>+/-10 mV
at 15 GΩ,
<+/-10 mV
at 470 MΩ,
<+/-9 mV
at 13 MΩ
450 GΩ
550 GΩ
< 95%
Nom.
Value
Cause
Poor ion source or
contaminated mass
spectrometer
Pre-amplifier defective
Pre-amplifier or MSB box
defective
Pre-amplifier defective,
error at the suppressor, IF
board or MSB defective
Cable to TMP / TMP
defective, IF board or MSB
defective
Pressure sensor not
connected,
(pressure p1 voltage
[V])
Pressure too high,
(pressure p1 [mbar])
Pressure rise, anode
break down,
(anode voltage [V])
Pressure rise emission
break down,
(emission current [A])
Pressure too low,
sniffer blocked,
(pressure p1 [mbar])
Sniffer broken,
(pressure p1 [mbar])
6xx Calibration errors
Calfac too low,
(calibration factor)
Calfac too high,
(calibration factor)
Calfac lower than last
calibration,
(calibration factor)
Calfac higher than last
calibration,
(calibration factor)
No int cal due to valve
control,
(valve control by user)
Machine factor too low,
(machine factor)
number
LDS1000
protocol
581440.5V
73148
73148
73148
6362
64147Sniffer broken
811530.01
811535000
81153
81153
81153Test leak is not enabled
81153
protocol*
Error
number
ASCII
Limit
values
18
mbar
< Nom.
Value 20V
< 90%
Nom.
Value
> 110%
Nom.
value
Param
eter
Sniffer
flow
warnin
g
< 50%
old
value
> 200%
old
value
1.00E-04Machine factor adjustment
Cause
Pirani P1 not connected, IF
board or MSB defective
Pressure p1 too high
Pressure p1 too high,
message after 1.4s
Emission was stable
previously, pressure p1 too
high, message after 5s
Sniffer clogged, sniffer
valve defective
Sniffer blocked, sniffer
valve defective (pressure
lower than half of the
configured warning value)
Calibration leak or machine
factor set incorrectly
Calibration leak or machine
factor set incorrectly, split
flow factor too high
Calibration leak, machine
factor or split flow factor
has changed
Calibration leak, machine
factor or split flow factor
has changed
Test leak defective or
signal too weak
inaccurate
40Operation
Error
Error
number
Warning/
Error
Error message
LDS3000
number
LDS1000
protocol
611W
Machine factor too high,
(machine factor)
81153
Machine factor lower
612W
than last,
81153
(machine factor)
Machine factor higher
613W
than last,
81153
(machine factor)
625W
626W
Int testleak not set,
(int. Testleak)
Ext testleak not set,
(ext. Testleak)
00
00
630WCalibration request00
7xx temperature errors (pre-amplifier, electronics)
Preamplifier temp too
700W
low,
33602°CTemperature too low
(temperature [°C])
Preamplifier temp too
702W
high,
3212460°CTemperature too high
(temperature [°C])
703E
Preamplifier not
connected
3360
Max. MSB temperature
710W
exceeded,
544455°CTemperature too high
(temperature [°C])
MSB temperature far
711E
too high,
544465°CTemperature too high
(temperature [°C])
8xx not used
9xx Maintenance warnings (e. g. TMP)
901W
Maintenance bearing/
lubricant
99993 years
Error
number
ASCII
protocol*
Limit
values
1.00E+
04
< 50%
old
value
> 200%
old
value
Cause
Machine factor adjustment
inaccurate, split flow factor
too high
Split flow factor has
changed
Split flow factor has
changed
Leakage rate of internal
test leak is still set to
factory setting
Leakage rate of test leak is
still set to factory setting
Temperature change of
5°C, speed was changed
since last calibration, 30minute switch-on time and
still no calibration
conducted
Pre-amplifier defective,
cable not plugged in
TMP maintenance
necessary
* compatib. LDS1000/LDS2010 or binary protocol
Operation41
6.20.1 Error codes of the status LED
Any errors or warnings occurring in the MSB box will be indicated both as an error
code by the control unit and as a blink code by the Status LED.
The blink code is preceded by a long white signal. This is followed by an error or
warning number. An error number is indicated by means of red signals, while a
warning number is displayed using orange signals (the orange signals have a strong
green tinge, however):
•Start of blink code: long white signal
•Hundreds digit: 0 ... 9 red signals for errors / 0 ... 9 orange signals for warnings
•Break: blue signal
•Tens digit: 0 ... 9 red signals for errors / 0 ... 9 orange signals for warnings
•Break: blue signal
•Units digit: 0 ... 9 red signals for errors / 0 ... 9 orange signals for warnings
The blink code is repeated cyclically.
For example:
The pressure is too high.
-> Error code = Warning 520
-> Blink code of the Status LED: White (long), 5·orange, blue, 2·orange, blue
42Operation
7Maintenance
The mass spectrometer module is a leak detector that is intended for industrial
applications. The unit is composed of parts and assemblies that are, for the most
part, low maintenance.
Servicing the mass spectrometer module merely requires that you change the
operating fluid reservoir of the turbo molecular pump and check the fan on the turbo
molecular pump.
Information We recommend that you sign a service agreement with INFICON or one
of INFICON's authorized service partners.
7.1Maintenance and service at INFICON
Danger to health
Contaminated units can damage the health of INFICON's service staff.
► Use the Declaration of Contamination.
1 Fill out the “Declaration of Contamination”, see Chapter 9.2, page 51.
Information We will be happy to send you the form “Declaration of Contamination”
upon request. Xerox copies of the form are permissible.
The Declaration of Conformity is essential to ensure compliance with statutory
requirements and the protection of our employees. Units submitted without an
enclosed Declaration of Conformity will be returned to the sender by INFICON.
2 Attach the form to the unit or enclose it in the unit's packaging.
7.2General maintenance information
The maintenance work that needs to be performed on the mass spectrometer
module is grouped into three service levels:
•Service level I: Customer without any technical training
•Service level II: Customer with technical and INFICON training
•Service level III: INFICON Service
Maintenance43
Danger to life due to electric shock
Inside the unit there are voltages of considerable magnitude. Touching parts where
electric voltage is present can result in death.
► Disconnect the unit from the power supply prior to any maintenance work.
Material damage due to unclean working conditions
Unclean working conditions can damage the unit.
► Make sure that the working environment is clean and you use clean tools
whenever performing any maintenance work.
7.3Maintenance schedule
Failure to perform the maintenance work specified in the maintenance schedule will
void the warranty granted on the mass spectrometer module LDS3000.
Maintenance
steps
Change operating
fluid reservoir
Replace bearing
Turbo molecular pump
Accessories
(recommended)
Clean fan and
check for proper
operation
Clean sniffer valveXIII
Calibrate internal
test leak
Operating hours [hrs] / time period
[years]
242000 8000 16000 24000 36000
1/4 a1 a2 a3 a
X
2
X
2
1I and II
X
2
Service
level
Spare part
no.
II and III 200003801
III
III
Internal calibration
External calibration
Leak test MS module
44Maintenance
Perform internal
calibration
Perform external
calibration
Perform helium leak
test on MS module
X
1
X
1
I
I
XIII
X:based on operating hours or time period
X
:based on operating hours
1
X
:based on time period
2
1:depending on environment and use
7.4Maintenance steps
7.4.1Change operating fluid reservoir of turbo molecular
pump
1 Shut down mass spectrometer module, see Chapter 8, page 49.
2 Remove turbo molecular pump.
Fig: 5 Tu rbo molecular pump SplitFlow80
1Cover
2O-ring
Flooding mass spectrometer and turbo molecular pump
The cover of the operating fluid reservoir cannot be unscrewed unless the reservoir
has been flooded.
1 Disconnect 24 V power supply pack from MSB box.
2 Wait until turbo molecular pump is drained (at least 1 min).
3 Allow the turbo molecular pump to cool down if necessary.
4 Open the ventilation screw slowly.
Turbo molecular pump is flooded until it reaches atmospheric pressure.
3Operating fluid reservoir
4Ventilation screw
Maintenance45
Removing old operating fluid reservoir
Face pin wrench, P/N: 551-200
Two screwdrivers
Tweezers
O-ring
Operating fluid reservoir, P/N: 200 003 801
Mass spectrometer and turbo molecular pump flooded.
1 Pay attention to the expiration date of the new operating fluid reservoir.
Danger of poisoning due to harmful substances
The operating fluid reservoir and parts of the turbo molecular pump can be
contaminated with toxic substances that are contained in the pumped media.
► Take suitable safety precautions.
► Decontaminate contaminated parts prior to any maintenance work.
► Dispose of old operating fluid reservoirs in compliance with applicable
regulations.
The new operating fluid reservoir contains a sufficient level of operating fluid.
2 Do not fill in any more operating fluid.
3 Use a face pin wrench to unscrew the cover.
4 Remove old o-ring.
5 Use two screwdrivers to lift out the operating fluid reservoir.
46Maintenance
Fig: 6Changing the operating fluid reservoir
1O-ring
2Operating fluid reservoir
3Porex rods
4Ventilation screw
Replacing Porex rods
1 Pull out the old Porex rods (8 pcs) using a pair of tweezers.
Material damage due to cleaning liquids
Cleaning liquids can damage the unit.
► Do not use any cleaning liquids.
► Use a clean, lint-free cloth.
2 Remove any contaminants found on the turbo molecular pump and the cover
using a clean, lint-free cloth.
3 Insert new Porex rods (8 pcs) using a pair of tweezers.
Maintenance47
Inserting a new operating fluid reserv o ir
The new operating fluid reservoir will be positioned correctly when you screw in the
cover:
1 Do not slide in the new operating fluid reservoir into the pump completely, but stop
once you reach the o-ring.
2 Use a face pin wrench to screw in the cover.
Material damage if o-ring is mounted improperly
An improperly mounted o-ring can cause leaks. The unit will experience
malfunctions and become damaged.
► Insert the o-ring carefully.
3 Insert a new o-ring.
4 Screw in the cover (tightening torque 13 Nm +/-10%).
5 Tighten the ventilation screw by hand.
6 Install the turbo molecular pump.
7 Put the mass spectrometer module into operation.
1 Switch off the leak detector on the power supply pack.
2 Wait until the turbo molecular pump has stopped running.
8.2Disposing of the mass spectrometer module
The unit can be disposed of by the user or sent to INFICON.
Information The unit is made of materials that can be reused. By recycling these
materials you reduce waste and environmental impact.
► For disposal, always comply with local and regional environmental and safety
regulations.
8.3Returning the mass spectrometer module
Danger to health
Contaminated units can damage the health of INFICON's service staff.
► Use the Declaration of Contamination.
1 Fill out the "Declaration of Contamination".
Information We will be happy to send you the form “Declaration of Contamination”
upon request. Xerox copies of the form are permissible.
The Declaration of Conformity is essential to ensure compliance with statutory
requirements and the protection of our employees. Units submitted without an
enclosed Declaration of Conformity will be returned to the sender by INFICON.
2 Attach the form to the unit or enclose it in the unit's packaging.
I/we hereby declare that the information on this form is complete and accurate and that I/we will assume any further costs that may
arise. The contaminated product will be dispatched in accordance with the applicable regulations.
Organization/company
Address Post code, place
Phone Fax
Email
Name
Date and legally binding signature Company stamp
1) or not containing any amount
of hazardous residues that
exceed the permissible ex posure limits
Process related contamination of product:
toxic no 1)yes
caustic no 1) yes
biological hazard n o
yes 2)
explosive no
yes 2)
radioactive no
yes 2)
other harmful substances no1) yes
The service, repair, and/or disposal of vacuum equipment and components will only be carried out if a correctly completed declaration has
been submitted. Non-completion will result in delay.
This declaration may only be completed (in block letters) and signed by authorized and qualified staff.
Copies:
Original for addressee - 1 copy for accompanying documents - 1 copy for file of sender
Harmful substances, gases and/or by-products
Please list all substances, gases, and by-products which the product may have come into contact with:
Trade/product name
Chemical name
(or symbol)
Precautions associated
with substance
Action if human contact
Description of product
Type
Article Number
Serial Number
Reason for return
Operating fluid(s) used (Must be drained before shipping.)
The product is free of any substances which are damaging to
health yes
This form can be downloaded
from our website.
2) Products thus contam i nated will not be ac cepted without written
evidence of deconta mi nation!