VACUUBRAND PC 3012 User Manual

Part I

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Technology for Vacuum Systems

Instructions for use

Part I of II

Part I:

Safety information - Technical data - Use and operation

ME 4C NT VARIO MZ 2C NT VARIO MD 4C NT VARIO MV 10C VARIO-B MD 12C VARIO-B

PC 3002 VARIO PC 3003 VARIO PC 3004 VARIO PC 3010 VARIO PC 3012 VARIO

Chemistry diaphragm pumps Chemistry vacuum systems Chemistry pumping units

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Dear customer,

Your VACUUBRAND diaphragm pumps are designed to provide you with many years of trouble-free service with optimal performance. Our many years of practical experience allow us to provide a wealth of application and safety information. Please read these instructions for use before the initial operation of your pump.

VACUUBRAND diaphragm pumps combine our many years of experience in design, construction and practical operation, with the latest developments in material and manufacturing technology.

Our quality maxim is the ”zero defect” principle:

Every diaphragm pump, before leaving our factory, is tested intensively, including an endurance run of 14 hours. Any faults, even those which occur rarely, are identified and can be eliminated immediately.

After completion of the endurance run, every pump is tested, and must achieve specifications before shipment.

We are committed to providing our customers only pumps that meet this high quality standard.

While our pumps cannot eliminate all of your work, we design, manufacture and test them to ensure that they will be an effective and trouble-free tool to assist you in that work.

Yours,

VACUUBRAND GMBH + CO KG

After sales service:

Contact your local dealer or call [phone].

Trademark index:

VACUU•LAN® (US-Reg.No 3,704,401), VACUU•BUS®, VACUU•CONTROLTM, chemistry-HYBRIDTM, Peltronic®, TURBO•MODETM, VARIO® (US-Reg.No 3,833,788), VARIO-SPTM, VACUUBRAND® (US-Reg.No 3,733,388) and also the shown company logos are trademarks of VACUUBRAND GMBH + CO KG in Germany and/or other countries.

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DE

Achtung: Die vorliegende Betriebsanleitung ist nicht in allen EU-Sprachen verfügbar. Der Anwender darf die beschriebenen Geräte nur dann in Betrieb nehmen, wenn er die vorliegende Anleitung versteht oder eine fachlich korrekte Übersetzung der vollständigen Anleitung vorliegen hat. Die Betriebsanleitung muss vor Inbetriebnahme der Geräte vollständig gelesen und verstanden werden, und alle geforderten Maßnahmen müssen eingehalten werden. ”Sicherheitshinweise für Vakuumgeräte”

EN

Attention: This manual is not available in all languages of the EU. The user must not operate the device if he does not understand this manual. In this case a technically correct translation of the complete manual has to be available. The manual must be completely read and understood before operation of the device and all required measures must be applied. ”Safety instructions for vacuum equipment”

FR

Attention: Le mode d’emploi présent n’est pas disponible dans toutes les langues d’Union Européenne. L’utilisateur ne doit mettre le dispositif en marche que s’il comprend le mode d’emploi présent ou si une traduction complète et correcte du mode d’emploi est sous ses yeux. Le dispositif ne doit pas être mis en marche avant que le mode d’emploi ait été lu et compris complètement et seulement si le mode d’emploi est observé et tous les mesures demandées sont prises.

«Avis de sécurité pour des dispositifs à vide»

BG

Внимание: Тези инструкции не са преведени на всички езици от ЕО. Потребителят не бива да работи с уреда, ако не разбира инструкциите за ползване. В този случай е необходимо да бъде предоставен пълен технически превод на инструкциите за ползване. Преди работа с уреда е задължително потребителят да прочете изцяло инструкциите за работа.

”Указания за безопасност за вакуумни уреди”

CN

CZ

Upozornění :Tento návod k použití není k dispozici ve všech jazycích Evropské unie. Uživatel není oprávněn požít přístroj pokud nerozumí tomuto návodu. V takovém případě je nutno zajistit technicky korektní překlad manuálu do češtiny. Návod musí být uživatelem prostudován a uživatel mu musí plně porozumět před tím než začne přístroj používat. Uživatel musí dodržet všechna příslušná a požadovaná opatření. ”Bezpečnostní upozornění pro vakuové přístroje”.

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DA

Bemærk: Denne manual foreligger ikke på alle EU sprog. Brugeren må ikke betjene apparatet hvis manualen ikke er forstået. I det tilfælde skal en teknisk korrekt oversættelse af hele manual stilles til rådighed. Manual skal være gennemlæst og forstået før apparatet betjenes og alle nødvendige forholdsregler skal tages.

»Sikkerhedsregler for vakuumudstyr«

EE

Tähelepanu! Käesolev kasutusjuhend ei ole kõigis EL keeltes saadaval. Kasutaja ei tohi seadet käsitseda, kui ta ei saa kasutusjuhendist aru. Sel juhul peab saadaval olema kogu kasutusjuhendi tehniliselt korrektne tõlge. Enne seadme kasutamist tuleb kogu juhend läbi lugeda, see peab olema arusaadav ning kõik nõutud meetmed peavad olema rakendatud. ”Ohutusnõuded vaakumseadmetele”

ES

Atención: Este manual no está disponible en todos los idiomas de UE. El usuario no debe manejar el instrumento si no entiende este manual. En este caso se debe disponer de una traducción técnicamente correcta del manual completo. El manual debe ser leído y entendido completamente y deben aplicarse todas las medidas de seguridad antes de manejar el instrumento. ”Notas sobre la seguridad para equipos de vacío”

FI

Huomio: Tämä käyttöohje ei ole saatavilla kaikilla EU: n kielillä. Käyttäjä ei saa käyttää laitetta, jos hän ei ymmärrä tätä ohjekirjaa. Tässä tapauksessa on saatavilla oltava teknisesti oikein tehty ja täydellinen ohjekirjan käännös. Ennen laitteen käyttöä on ohjekirja luettava ja ymmärrettävä kokonaan sekä suoritettava kaikki tarvittavat valmistelut ja muut toimenpiteet. ”Vakuumilaitteen turvallisuustiedot”

GR

Προσοχή! : Οι οδηγίες αυτές δεν είναι διαθέσιµες σε όλες τις γλώσσες της Ευρωπαϊκής Ένωσης. Ο χρήστης δεν πρέπει να θέσει σε λειτουργία την συσκευή αν δεν κατανοήσει πλήρως τις οδηγίες αυτές. Σε τέτοια περίπτωση ο χρήστης πρέπει να προµηθευτεί ακριßή µετάφραση του ßιßλίου οδηγιών. Ο χρήστης πρέπει να διαßάσει και να κατανοήσει πλήρως τις οδηγίες χρήσης και να λάßει όλα τα απαραίτητα µέτρα πριν θέσει σε λειτουργία την συσκευή. ”Υποδείξεις ασφάλειας για αντλίες κενού”

HR

Pažnja:ove upute ne postoje na svim jezicima Europske Unije. Korisnik nemora raditi sa aparatom ako ne razumije ove upute.U tom slucaju tehnicki ispravni prijevod cijelih uputstava mora biti na raspolaganju. Uputstva moraju biti cijela procitana i razumljiva prije rada sa aparatom i sve zahtijevane mjere moraju biti primjenjene.

”Sigurnosne napomene za vakuumske uređaje”

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HU

Figyelem! Ez a kezelési utasítás nem áll rendelkezésre az EU összes nyelvén. Ha a felhasználó nem érti jelen használati utasítás szövegét, nem üzemeltetheti a készüléket. Ez esetben a teljes gépkönyv fordításáról gondoskodni kell. Üzembe helyezés előtt a kezelőnek végig kell olvasnia, meg kell értenie azt, továbbá az üzemeltetéshez szükséges összes mérést el kell végeznie. ”A vákuum-készü- lékekkel kapcsolatos biztonsági tudnivalók”

IT

Attenzione: Questo manuale non è disponibile in tutte le lingue della Comunità Europea (CE). L‘utilizzatore non deve operare con lo strumento se non comprende questo manuale. In questo caso deve essere resa disponibile una traduzione tecnicamente corretta del manuale completo. Il manuale deve essere completamente letto e compreso prima di operare con lo strumento e devono essere applicati tutti gli accorgimenti richiesti. ”Istruzioni di sicurezza per apparecchi a vuoto”

JP

ません。そして、すべての要求される対策を講じなければなりません。

KR

: ... .

LT

Dėmesio: šis vadovas nėra pateikiamas visomis ES kalbomis. Naudotojui draudžiama eksploatuoti įtaisą, jeigu jis nesupranta šio vadovo. Tokiu atveju reikia turėti viso vadovo techniškai taisyklingą vertimą. Vadovą būtina visą perskaityti ir suprasti pateikiamas instrukcijas prieš pradedant eksploatuoti įtaisą, bei imtis visų reikiamų priemonių. ”Vakuuminės įrangos saugos informacija”

LV

Uzmanību: Lietotāja instrukcija nav pieejama visās ES valodās. Lietotājs nedrīkst lietot iekārtu, ja viņš nesaprot lietotāja instrukcijā rakstīto. Šādā gadījumā, ir nepieciešams nodrošināt tehniski pareizu visas lietotāja instrukcijas tulkojumu. Pirms sākt lietot iekārtu, un, lai izpildītu visas nepieciešamās prasības, iekārtas lietotāja instrukcija ir pilnībā jāizlasa un jāsaprot. ”Vakuuma iekārtu drošības noteikumi”

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NL

Attentie: Deze gebruiksaanwijzing is niet in alle talen van de EU verkrijgbaar. De gebruiker moet niet met dit apparaat gaan werken als voor hem/haar de gebruiksaanwijzing niet voldoende duidelijk is. Bij gebruik van deze apparatuur is het noodzakelijk een technisch correcte vertaling van de complete gebruiksaanwijzing te hebben. Voor het in gebruik nemen van het apparaat moet de gebruiksaanwijzing volledig gelezen en duidelijk zijn en dienen alle benodigde maatregelen te zijn genomen. ”Veiligheidsvoorschriften voor vacuümapparaten”

PL

Uwaga!! Ta instrukcja nie jest dostępna we wszystkich językach Unii Europejskiej. Użytkownik nie może rozpocząć pracy z urządzeniem dopóki nie przeczytał instrukcji i nie jest pewien wszystkich informacji w niej zawartych. Instrukcja musi byc w całości przeczytana i zrozumiana przed podjęciem pracy z urządzeniem oraz należy podjąć wszystkie niezbędne kroki związane z prawidłowym uzytkowaniem.

”Wskazówki bezpieczeństwa do urządzeń próżniowych”

PT

Atenção: Este manual não está disponível em todas as línguas da UE. O usuário não deve utilizar o dispositivo, se não entender este manual. Neste caso, uma tradução tecnicamente correta do manual completo tem de estar disponível. O manual deve ser lido e entendido completamente antes da utilização do equipamento e todas as medidas necessárias devem ser aplicadas. ”Informação de Segurança para Equipamento que funciona a Vácuo”

RO

Atentie: Acest manual nu este disponibil in toate limbile EU. Utilizatorul nu trebuie sa lucreze cu aparatul daca daca nu intelege manualul. Astfel, va fi disponibile o traducere corecta si completa a manualului. Manualul trebuie citit si inteles in intregime inainte de a lucra cu aparatul si a luat toate masurile care se impun.

”Instrucţiuni de siguranţă pentru aparatele de vidare”

RU

Внимание: Эта инструкция по эксплуатации не имеется на всех языках. Потребителю не дозволенно эксплуатировать данный прибор, если он не понимает эту инструкцию. В этом случае нужен технически правильный перевод полной инструкции. Прежде чем использовать этот прибор, необходимо полностью прочитать и понять эту инструкцию и принять все не-

обходимые меры. ”Указания по технике безопасности при работе с вакуумными устройствами”

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SE

Varning: Denna instruktion är inte tillgänglig på alla språk inom EU. Användaren får inte starta utrustningen om hon/han inte förstår denna instruktion. Om så är fallet måste en tekniskt korrekt instruktion göras tillgänglig. Instruktionen måste läsas och förstås helt före utrustningen tas i drift och nödvändiga åtgärder göres.

”Säkerhetsinformation för vakuumutrustning”

SI

Pozor: Ta navodila niso na voljo v vseh jezikih EU. Uporabnik ne sme upravljati z napravo, če ne razume teh navodil. V primeru nerazumljivosti mora biti na voljo tehnično pravilen prevod. Navodila se morajo prebrati in razumeti pred uporaba naprave, opravljene pa moraja biti tudi vse potrebne meritve.

”Varnostni nasveti za vakuumske naprave”

SK

Upozornenie: Tento manuál nie je k dispozícii vo všetkých jazykoch EÚ. Užívateľ nesmie obsluhovať zariadenie, pokiaľ nerozumie tomuto manuálu. V takomto prípade musí byť k dispozícii technicky správny preklad celého manuálu. Pred obsluhou zariadenia je potrebné si prečítať celý manuál a porozumieť mu, a musia byť prijaté všetky opatrenia. ”Bezpečnostné pokyny pre vákuové zariadenia”

TR

Dikkat : Bu kullanım kitabı, tüm dillerde mevcut değildir. Kullanıcı, bu kullanım kitabını anlayamadıysa cihazı çalıştırmamalıdır. Bu durumda, komple kullanım kitabının, teknik olarak düzgün çevirisinin bulunması gerekir. Cihazın çalıştırılmasından önce kullanım kitabının komple okunması ve anlaşılması ve tüm gerekli ölçümlerin uygulanması gerekir. ”Vakumlu cihazlar için güvenlik uyarıları”

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Reset / Language selection

1 switch off		2 press both

3 turn

4 press

CVC 3000			V2.0
			Portuguê
Deutsch
English			Ρyccкий
Français			Polski
Italiano			Nederl.
Español
Türkçe			Suomi

CVC 3000				V2.0
Deutsch				Portuguê
English				Ρyccкий
Français				Polski
Italiano				Nederl.
Español
Türkçe				Suomi

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Contents
Part I.................................................................	1
Reset / Language selection..............................................	8
Safety information!...........................................................	11
Important information!.........................................................................	11
General information...........................................................................	13
Intended use......................................................................................	13
Setting up and installing the equipment.............................................	14
Ambient conditions.............................................................................	17
Operating conditions..........................................................................	17
Safety during operation......................................................................	19
Maintenance and repair.....................................................................	22
` Important information: Equipment marking (ATEX)....................	24
Technical data...................................................................	26
General technical data valid for all pumps/pumping units..................	26
Gas inlet temperatures......................................................................	27
Wetted parts......................................................................................	31
Abbreviations....................................................................................	32
Pump parts........................................................................................	32
Use and operation.............................................................	38
Installing a pump in a vacuum system...............................................	38
During operation................................................................................	44
Important notes regarding the use of gas ballast...............................	45
Important notes concerning the
operation of the exhaust waste vapor condenser..............................	46
Shutdown & storage...........................................................................	48
Vacuum controller CVC 3000.............................................................	50
Menu guide........................................................................	55
Pump down function.........................................................	57
Vac Control function.........................................................	59
Auto mode.........................................................................	62
Program function..............................................................	64
Application example..........................................................................	66
VACUULAN function.........................................................	67
Application examples.......................................................	69

Vacuum for filtration and suction.......................................................

69

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Vacuum for gel dryer,
drying chambers and vacuum ­concentrators....................................	70
Vacuum for distillation and evaporation (e.g., rotary ­evaporator)	70
Fore-vacuum for high vacuum pumps..............................................	72
Configuration.....................................................................	73
Part II..............................................................	75
Readjustment of CVC 3000..............................................	78
Calibration in the factory..................................................	80
Cleaning the pressure transducer...................................	81
Interface parameters.........................................................	82
Setting of the interface......................................................................	83
Read commands ”CVC 2000”...........................................................	84
Write commands ”CVC 2000”...........................................................	85
Read commands ”CVC 3000”...........................................................	87
Write commands ”CVC 3000”...........................................................	89
Accessories.......................................................................	92
Troubleshooting................................................................	95
Replacing diaphragms and valves..................................	99
Cleaning and inspecting the pump heads
(pumps NT VARIO / PC 300x VARIO)............................................	100
Replacing the diaphragm................................................................	105
Replacing the valves.......................................................................	107
Cleaning and inspecting the pump heads
(pumps VARIO-B / PC 301x VARIO)..............................................	111
Replacing the diaphragm.................................................................	115
Assembling the pump heads............................................................	116
Replacing the valve at the distributor (outlet side)...........................	117
Assembling the connecting hoses....................................................	118
Replacing the device fuse...............................................................	121
Notes on return to the factory........................................	122
Warranty...........................................................................	125
Health and safety clearance form..................................	126
EC Declaration of Conformity of the Machinery .............	127

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Safety information!

Important information!

+Keep this manual complete and accessible to personnel at all times!

+Read this manual carefully before installing or operating the equipment. Observe the instructions contained in this manual.

+Do not modify the equipment without authorization.

	This manual is an integral part of the equipment de-
NOTICE
	scribed therein. It describes the safe and proper use of
	the vacuum pump. The manual consists of two parts.
	Make operating personnel aware of dangers arising
	from the pump and the pumped substances.
	VACUUBRAND disclaims any liability for inappropri-
	ate use of these pumps and for damage from failure
	to follow instructions contained in this manual.
	This manual is only to be used and distributed in its com-
	plete and original form. It is strictly the users’ responsibility
	to check carefully the validity of this manual with respect
	to his product.
	Manual-no.: 999219 / 06/30/2014

The following signal word panels and safety symbols are used throughout this manual:

This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury and death.

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DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

+WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

•CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.

	NOTICE is used to address practices not related to
NOTICE
	personal injury.

Caution! Hot surface!

Disconnect equipment from AC power.

Dispose of electronic equipment according to regulations.

Formatting used in this manual:

Note: The signal word panels in all sections of this manual always refer to all paragraphs of the same format ( / + / • / plain text) following each signal word panel.

The document ”Safety information for vacuum equipment” is part of this manual! Read the ”Safety information for vacuum equipment” and observe the instructions contained therein!

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		General information
		Remove all packing material from the packing box. Re-
NOTICE
		move the product from its packing-box and retain all pack-
		aging until the equipment is inspected and tested. Re-
		move the protective caps from the inlet and outlet ports
		and retain for future use. Inspect the equipment promptly
		and carefully.
		If the equipment is damaged, notify the supplier and the
		carrier in writing within three days. Retain all packing ma-
		terial for inspection. State the item number of the product
		together with the order number and the supplier’s invoice
		number. Failure to check and give notice of damage will
		void any and all warranty claims for those deficiencies.
		Replace the protective caps, if the equipment is not used
		immediately. Store the equipment in dry and non-corrosive
		conditions (see also “Technical data”, pg. 26).
		+ Do not use any damaged equipment.

•Use the mounted handle or the recessed grips when moving the pump.

Intended use

Do not use the pump or any system parts on humans or animals.

Ensure that the individual components are only connected, combined and operated according to their design and as indicated in the instructions for use. Use only original manufacturer’s spare parts and accessories. Otherwise the safety and performance of the equipment, as well as the electromagnetic compatibility of the equipment might be reduced.

The CE mark or the cTÜVus mark may be voided if not using original manufacturer’s spare parts.

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Comply with all notes on correct vacuum and electrical connections; see section “Use and operation”, pg.

38.

+Do not use the pump to generate pressure.

+The pumps are designed for ambient temperatures during operation between +50°F and +104°F (+10°C and +40°C). Periodically check maximum temperatures if installing the pump in a cabinet or a housing. Make sure ventilation is adequate to maintain recommended operating temperature. Install an external automatic ventilation system if necessary. If pumping hot process gases, make sure that the maximum permitted gas inlet temperature is not exceeded. The maximum permitted gas inlet temperature depends on several parameters like inlet pressure and ambient temperature (see “Technical data”, pg. 26).

+Particles and dust must not enter the pump.

+Do not pump liquids.

•Ensure that the pump is chemically resistant to the pumped substances prior to operation.

	Use the equipment only as intended, that is, for genera-
NOTICE
	tion, measurement, and control of vacuum in vessels de-
	signed for that purpose. Any other use will automatically
	invalidate all warranty and liability claims. Remain aware
	of safety and risks.

Setting up and installing the equipment

Equipment must be connected only to a suitable electrical supply and a suitable ground point. As such, the plug must be plugged into an outlet that is properly grounded. Failure to connect the motor to ground may result in deadly electrical shock.

The supply cable may be fitted with a molded Europe-

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an IEC plug or a plug suitable for your local electrical supply. The cable contains wires color coded as follows: green or green and yellow: ground; blue or white: neutral; brown or black: hot.

Due to the high compression ratio, the pump may generate overpressure at the outlet. Check pressure compatibility with system components (e.g., exhaust pipeline or exhaust valve) at the outlet.

Do not permit any uncontrolled pressurizing. Make sure that the exhaust pipeline cannot become blocked.

If there is an exhaust isolation valve, make sure that you cannot operate the equipment with the valve closed to avoid a risk of bursting!

Maximum permissible pressure at the pressure transducer: 21.8 psi (1.5 bar) absolute.

Keep the electrical power cord away from heated surfaces.

•Provide a firm, level platform for the equipment. Check that the system which you are going to evacuate is mechanically stable. Check that all fittings are secure.

Ensure a stable position of the pump without any mechanical contact other than the pump feet.

•Comply with maximum permissible pressures at inlet and outlet and with maximum permissible pressure differences between inlet and outlet. See section “Technical data”, pg. 26. Do not operate the pump with overpressure at the inlet.

•Comply with maximum permissible pressures at the pressure transducer. See section “Technical data”, pg. 26.

•Avoid overpressure of more than 17.5 psi absolute (1.2 bar absolute) in the event that inert gas is connected to the pump, to the gas ballast or to a venting valve.

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•Note: Flexible elements will shrink when evacuated.

•Connect hoses gas tight at inlet and outlet of the pump.

•Connect hoses gas tight at the pressure transducer.

•Ensure that no foreign objects can be drawn into the pump.

•Check the power source and the pump’s rating plate to be sure that the power source and the equipment match in voltage, phase, and frequency.

•Ensure that the coolant outlet pipe is always free and that it cannot get blocked. If installing an optional coolant valve, it must always be in the supply line of the exhaust waste vapor condenser.

	Make sure ventilation is adequate to maintain recommend-
NOTICE
	ed operating temperature. Keep a minimum distance of
	2 in (5 cm) between the cooling fan and surrounding items
	(e.g., housing, walls, etc.), or else install an external auto-
	matic ventilation system.
	PC 300x VARIO: Do not place the pumping unit on soft
	surfaces (e.g., rubber foam) during operation. This may re-
	duce or block the fans’ air supply. Do not cover the pump-
	ing unit.
	Position the controller CVC 3000 and its vacuum line in
	such a way that condensate cannot flow towards the pres-
	sure transducer.
	Use only hoses at the inlet and outlet of the pump with
	an inner diameter at least as large as the diameter of the
	pump’s tubing (to avoid overpressure at the outlet, and
	reduction of pumping speed at the inlet).
	Allow the equipment to equilibrate to ambient temperature
	if you bring it from cold environment into a room prior to
	operation. Notice if there is water condensation on cold
	surfaces.

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Secure coolant hoses at the hose nozzles (e.g., with hose clamp) to prevent their accidental slipping.

Comply with all applicable and relevant safety requirements (regulations and guidelines). Implement the required actions and adopt suitable safety measures.

Ambient conditions

Do not reach for this product if it has fallen into liquid.

There is a risk of deadly electrical shock. Unplug the system immediately.

+Do not use this product in an area where it can fall or be pulled into water or other liquids.

•Adopt suitable measures in case of differences from recommended conditions, e.g., using the equipment outdoors, installation in higher altitudes, conductive pollution or external condensation on the pump.

•Do not operate this product near flames.

	To the best of our knowledge the equipment is in com-
NOTICE
	pliance with the requirements of the applicable EC-direc-
	tives and harmonized standards (see ”Declaration of Con-
	formity”) with regard to design, type and model. Directive
	EN 61010-1 gives in detail the conditions under which the
	equipment can be operated safely (see also IP degree of
	protection, “Technical data”, pg. 26).

Operating conditions

These pumps are not approved for operation in potentially explosive atmospheres. Do not operate the pumps in potentially explosive atmospheres.

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Pumps without the ”`” mark on the rating plate are not approved for the pumping of potentially explosive atmospheres. Do not pump potentially explosive atmospheres with those pumps.

Pumps bearing the ”`” mark on their rating plates are approved for the pumping of potentially explosive atmospheres according to their classification

II 3G IIC T3 X according to ATEX, but they are not

approved for operation in potentially explosive atmospheres (see section “` Important information:

Equipment marking (ATEX)”, pg. 24).

The pumps are not suitable to pump any of the substances listed below.

Do not pump:

-unstable substances

-substances which react explosively under impact

(mechanical stress) without air

-substances which react explosively when being exposed to elevated temperatures without air,

-substances subject to auto-ignition,

-substances which are inflammable without air

-explosive substances.

The pumps are not approved for operation below ground. Do not operate the pump below ground.

•Do not pump substances which may form deposits inside the pump. The pumps are not suitable for pumping substances which may form deposits inside the pump. Deposits and condensate in the pump may lead to increased temperatures even to the point of exceeding the maximum permitted temperatures.

•Check the inlet and outlet of the pump, if there is a danger of forming deposits inside the pump, e.g., in the pump chambers (the pump chamber is the part between diaphragm and head cover. See section “Replacing diaphragms and valves”, pg. 99). Inspect the pump chambers regularly and clean if necessary.

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•Consider interactions and chemical reactions of the pumped media. Ensure that the materials of the pump’s wetted parts are compatible with the pumped substances, see section “Technical data”, pg. 26.

When changing the substances pumped, we recommend purging the pump with air or inert gas prior to changing the pumped media. Purging the pump will pump out residues and it will reduce the possibility of reactions of the pumped substances with each other and with the pump’s materials.

Safety during operation

Adopt suitable measures to prevent the release of dangerous, toxic, explosive, corrosive, noxious or polluting fluids, vapors and gases. To prevent any emission of such substances from the pump outlet, install an appropriate collecting and disposal system and take protective action for pump and environment.

You must take suitable precautions to prevent any formation of explosive mixtures in the pump chamber or at the outlet of the pump. In case, e.g., of a diaphragm failure, mechanically generated sparks, hot surfaces or static electricity may ignite these mixtures. Use inert gas for gas ballast or venting, if necessary.

Drain appropriately or otherwise remove any potentially explosive mixtures at the outlet of the pump, or dilute them to non-explosive concentrations.

Never operate this pump if it has a damaged cord or plug.

+If the pump is not working properly, has been dropped or has fallen into water, contact your pump service provider.

+Prevent any part of the human body from coming into contact with vacuum.

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+Make sure that the exhaust pipeline cannot become blocked.

Check the overpressure safety relief device at the exhaust waste vapor condenser at appropriate intervals.

Attention: At pressures above approximately 795 Torr

(1060 mbar) the pressure reading becomes incorrect due to saturation of the pressure transducer. The display flashes. Release pressure immediately! Risk of bursting!

+Comply with applicable regulations when disposing of chemicals. Take into consideration that chemicals may be contaminated. Take adequate precautions to protect people from the effects of dangerous substances

(chemicals, thermal decomposition products of fluoroelastomers). Use appropriate protective clothing and safety goggles.

+Interruption of the pump (e.g., due to power failure), failure of connected components or of parts of the supply, or change in parameters must not be allowed to lead to dangerous conditions. In case of a diaphragm failure or in case of a leak in the manifold, pumped substances might be released into the environment or into the pump housing or motor.

Comply with all notes regarding proper use of the pumps, as well as operation and maintenance guidance.

+The residual leak rate of the equipment might render possible an exchange of gas, albeit extremely slight, between the environment and the vacuum system.

Adopt suitable measures to prevent contamination of the pumped substances or the environment.

•Ensure that no parts of your clothing, hair or fingers can be caught or drawn in at the inlet of the pump.

Never insert fingers or drop any other object into the inlet or outlet.

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•Pumping at high inlet pressure may lead to overpressure at the gas ballast valve. Pumped gases or condensate might be expelled if the valve is open. If an inert gas supply is connected to the gas ballast, ensure that its inlet pipeline is not contaminated.

•You must take suitable precautions to prevent any dangerous situation from arising if the controller starts a NT VARIO or VARIO-B pump, switches a coolant valve or opens a venting valve.

•Attention: If the controller is set to Autostart, the process will start immediately after a power failure without pressing any further key. It is your responsibility to ensure that automatic start-up of the system will not lead to any dangerous condition. Provide appropriate safety measures. Check prior to starting the process whether the option ”Autostart” (menu: configuration) is enabled.

•Pay attention to the safety symbol ”hot surfaces” on the equipment. Hot parts may cause burns if touched. Adopt suitable measures to prevent any danger arising from hot surfaces or electric sparks. Ensure that hot surfaces of the pump do not cause burns. Provide a suitable contact guard if necessary.

•Ensure that the coolant outlet pipe at the waste vapor condenser is always free and that it cannot get blocked.

	Prevent the backpressure of gases and the backflow of
NOTICE
	condensates at the outlet.
	Check the liquid level in the catchpots or in the collecting
	flask regularly and drain condensate in time to prevent
	overfilling. Install a level sensor (see ”Accessories”, pg.
	92) for monitoring, if necessary.
	Provide appropriate protective measures to allow for the
	possibility of failure and malfunction. The protective mea-
	sures must also allow for the requirements of the respec-
	tive application.

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In case of overload, the motor is shut down by a self-hold thermal cutout in the winding.

Note: Only manual reset is possible. Press the START/

STOP key at the controller to confirm the error message.

Switch off the pump and disconnect from the power source. Identify and eliminate the cause of failure. Wait approx. five minutes before restarting the pump.

	Maintenance and repair
	In order to comply with laws (occupational, health and
NOTICE
	safety regulations, safety at work law and regulations for
	environmental protection) vacuum pumps, components
	and measuring instruments can only be returned when
	certain procedures (see section “Notes on return to the
	factory”, pg. 122) are followed.
	Take advantage of our service seminars, which put special
	focus on the maintenance and repair of vacuum pumps.
	For details and for the online ”Instructions for repair” man-
	ual see www.vacuubrand.com.
	In normal use, the lifetime of the diaphragms and valves is
	typically 15,000 operating hours. Bearings have a typical
	durability of 40000 h.

Ensure that the pump cannot be operated accidentally. Never operate the pump if covers or other parts of the pump are disassembled.

Switch off the pump. Disconnect the electrical power cord and wait two minutes before starting maintenance to allow the capacitors to discharge.

Note: The pump may be contaminated with process chemicals, which have been pumped during operation.

Ensure that the pump is completely decontaminated before maintenance commences.

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Take adequate precautions to protect people from the effects of dangerous substances if contamination has occurred. Use appropriate protective clothing, safety goggles and protective gloves.

+Wear parts have to be replaced regularly.

+Never operate a defective or damaged pump.

+Vent the pump before starting maintenance. Isolate the pump and other components from the vacuum system. Allow sufficient cooling of the pump. Separate the pump from the coolant circuit and drain condensate, if applicable.

	Ensure that maintenance is done only by suitably trained
NOTICE
	and supervised technicians. Ensure that the maintenance
	technician is familiar with the safety procedures, which re-
	late to the products processed by the pumping system.
	Only dismantle the pump as far as necessary.

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`Important information: Equipment marking (ATEX)

VACUUBRAND equipment bearing mark (see rating plate)

`II 3G IIC T3 X

Internal Atm. only Tech. File Ref.: VAC-EX01

The classification II 3G IIC T3 X according to ATEX is only valid for the inner part (wetted part, pumped gas or vapor) of the equipment. The equipment is not suitable for use in external, potentially explosive atmospheres

(environment).

The overall category of the equipment depends on the connected components. If the connected components do not comply with the classification of the VACUUBRAND equipment, the specified category of the

VACUUBRAND equipment is no longer valid.

Vacuum pumps and vacuum gauges in category 3 are intended for connection to equipment in which during normal operation explosive atmospheres caused by gases, vapors or mists normally don’t occur; or, if they do occur, are likely to do so only infrequently and for a short period only.

Equipment in this category ensures the requisite level of protection during normal operation.

The use of gas ballast or the operation of venting valves is only permitted if thereby explosive atmospheres normally don’t occur in the interior of the equipment or, if they do occur, are likely to do so only infrequently and for a short period.

The pumps are marked with ”X” (according to EN 13463-1), i.e., restrictions of the operation conditions:

•The equipment is designated for a low degree of mechanical stress and has to be installed in a way so that it cannot be damaged from outside.

Pumping units have to be installed so that they are protected against shocks from the outside and against glass splinters in the event of breakage (implosion).

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•The equipment is designated for an ambient and gas inlet temperature during operation of +10 to +40°C. Never exceed these ambient and gas inlet temperatures. If pumping / measuring gases which are not potentially explosive, extended gas inlet temperatures are permissible.

See instructions for use, section “Gas inlet temperatures” or “Technical data”.

After any intervention at the equipment (e.g., repair / maintenance) the ultimate vacuum of the pump has to be checked. Only if the pump achieves its specified ultimate vacuum is the pump’s leak rate low enough to ensure that no explosive atmospheres will occur in the interior of the equipment.

After any intervention at the vacuum sensor, the leak rate of the equipment has to be checked.

Attention: This manual is not available in all languages of the EU. The user must not operate the device if he does not understand this manual. In this case a technically correct translation of the complete manual has to be available. The manual must be completely read and understood before operation of the device. All specified measures must be applied, or else must be replaced by equivalent measures at the user’s own risk.

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Technical data

General technical data valid for all pumps/pumping units

	Maximum permissible inlet pressure	psi	16
	(absolute)	(bar)	(1.1)
	Maximum permissible outlet pressure	psi	16
	(absolute)	(bar)	(1.1)
	Maximum pressure difference between	psi	16
	inlet and outlet	(bar)	(1.1)
	Maximum permissible pressure (abso-	psi	17.5
	lute) at gas ballast valve	(bar)	(1.2)
	Permissible ambient temperature	°F	14 to 140 / 50 to 104
	storage / operation	(°C)	(-10 to +60 / +10 to +40)
	Permissible relative atmospheric mois-	%	30 to 85
	ture during operation (no condensation)
	Maximum permissible installation altitude	ft	6500
	above mean sea level	(m)	(2000)
	Rated motor power	hp	0.77
		(kW)	(0.575)
	No-load speed 50/60 Hz	rpm	30 - 2400
	Maximum permissible range of supply		100-120 V~ 50/60 Hz,
	voltage ( ±10% )
	Attention: Observe specifications of rat-		200-230 V~ 50/60 Hz
	ing plate!
	Motor protection		thermal cutout, manual reset
	Coolant connection		hose nozzle for tubing
			I.D. 1/4” - 5/16”
	(waste vapor condenser)
			(hose nozzle DN 6-8 mm)
	Maximum permissible pressure of	psi	87 (absolute)
	coolant at waste vapor condenser	(bar)	(6 (absolute))
	Permissible range of coolant temperature	°F	5 to 68
	(waste vapor condenser)	(°C)	(-15 to +20)

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Gas inlet temperatures

	Operating condition	Inlet pressure	Permitted range of gas
			temperatures at inlet
	Continuous operation	> 75 Torr (100 mbar)	50 °F to 104 °F
		(high gas load)	(+10°C to +40°C)
	Continuous operation	< 75 Torr (100 mbar)	32 °F to 140 °F*
		(low gas load)	(0°C to +60°C*)
	Short-time	< 75 Torr (100 mbar)	14 °F to 176 °F*
	(< 5 minutes)	(low gas load)	(-10°C to +80°C*)

* if pumping potentially explosive atmospheres: 50 °F to 104 °F (+10°C to +40°C)

Type			ME 4C NT	MZ 2C NT		MD 4C NT
			VARIO	VARIO		VARIO
Maximum pumping speed		cfm	2.9	1.66		2.7
50/60 Hz (ISO 21360)		(m3/h)	(4.9)	(2.8)		(4.6)
Ultimate vacuum (abso-		Torr	52.5	5.3		1.1
lute) without gas ballast*		(mbar)	(70)	(7)		(1.5)
Ultimate vacuum (abso-		Torr	-	9		2.3
lute) with gas ballast*		(mbar)	-	(12)		(3)
Maximum rated current at:		A	3.2	3.2		6.3
100-120 V~ 50/60 Hz
200-230 V~ 50/60 Hz		A	1.4	1.4		2.5
Device fuse			100-120V: slow blow fuse 8A
			200-230V: slow blow fuse 4A
Degree of protection IEC 529				IP 20
Inlet			hose nozzle for tubing I.D. 3/8“
			(hose nozzle DN 10 mm)
Outlet			silencer or		-
			hose nozzle for tubing I.D. 3/8“
			(hose nozzle DN 10 mm)
A-weighted	emission	dB(A)	45		43
sound pressure level**
(uncertainty KpA	: 3 dB(A))
Dimensions L x W x H		in	10.0 x 9.57 x	9.57 x 9.57 x		12.8 x 9.57 x
		(mm)	9.65	9.65		9.65
approx.			(254 x 243 x	(243 x 243 x		(325 x 243 x
			245)	245)		245)
Weight approx.		lbs. (kg)	30.4 (13.8)	30.4 (13.8)		35.9 (16.3)

*Ultimate vacuum at setting ”Pump down” at speed ”HI”

**Measurement according to EN ISO 2151:2004 and EN ISO 3744:1995 at 1500rpm and ultimate vacuum with exhaust tube at outlet.

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Type			PC 3002		PC 3003		PC 3004
			VARIO		VARIO		VARIO
Maximum pumping speed		cfm	1.66		1.66		2.7
50/60 Hz (ISO 21360)*		(m3/h)	(2.8)		(2.8)		(4.6)
Ultimate vacuum (abso-		Torr	5.3		0.5		1.1
lute) without gas ballast**		(mbar)	(7)		(0.6)		(1.5)
Ultimate vacuum (abso-		Torr	9		1.5		2.3
lute) with gas ballast**		(mbar)	(12)		(2)		(3)
Maximum rated current at:		A	3.2		6.3		6.3
100-120 V~ 50/60 Hz
200-230 V~ 50/60 Hz		A	1.4		2.5		2.5
Device fuse			100-120V: 2 slow blow fuses 8A
			200-230V: 2 slow blow fuses 6.3A
Degree of protection IEC 529					IP 40
Inlet			hose nozzle for tubing I.D. 3/8“
			(hose nozzle DN 10 mm)
Outlet			hose nozzle for tubing I.D. 3/8“
			(hose nozzle DN 10 mm)
Volume of catchpot		qt (ml)		0.52 (500)
A-weighted	emission	dB(A)		43
sound pressure level***
(uncertainty KpA	: 3 dB(A))
Dimensions L x W x H		in		16.5 x 9.6 x 17.5
approx.		(mm)		(419 x 243 x 444)
Weight approx.		lbs. (kg)	38.4 (17.4)		45.4 (20.6)		45.4 (20.6)

*Pumping speed of diaphragm pump

**Ultimate vacuum at setting ”Pump down” at speed ”HI”

***Measurement according to EN ISO 2151:2004 and EN ISO 3744:1995 at 1500rpm and ultimate vacuum with exhaust tube at outlet.

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Type			MV 10C VARIO-B		MD 12C VARIO-B
			PC 3010 VARIO		PC 3012 VARIO
Maximum pumping speed		cfm	5.1		5.9
50/60 Hz (ISO 21360)*		(m3/h)	(8.6)		(10.0)
Ultimate vacuum (abso-		Torr	0.5		1.5
lute) without gas ballast**		(mbar)	(0.6)		(2)
Ultimate vacuum (abso-		Torr	6.8		6.8
lute) with gas ballast**		(mbar)	(9)		(9)
Maximum rated current at:		A	8.0		8.0
100-120 V~ 50/60 Hz
200-230 V~ 50/60 Hz		A	3.5		3.5
Device fuse			100-120V: slow blow fuse 8A
			200-230V: slow blow fuse 4A
Degree of protection IEC 529			IP 20
Inlet Pump			small flange DN 25
Pumping unit			small flange DN 25 or hose nozzle for
			tubing I.D. 5/8“ (hose nozzle DN 15 mm)
Outlet			hose nozzle for tubing I.D. 3/8“
			(hose nozzle DN 10 mm)
Volume collecting flask		qt	1.06
(only pumping unit)		(ml)	(1000)
A-weighted	emission	dB(A)		52
sound pressure level***
(uncertainty KpA	: 3 dB(A))
Dimensions L x W x H
approx.		in (mm)	19.9 x 9.3 x 11.9 (505 x 237 x 303)
Pump
Pumping unit		in (mm)	25.4 x 14.4 x 23.6 (645 x 365 x 600)
Weight approx.		lbs. (kg)	59.5 (27.0)
Pump
Pumping unit		lbs. (kg)	78.9 (35.8)

*Pumping speed of diaphragm pump

**Ultimate vacuum at setting ”Pump down” at speed ”HI”

***Measurement according to EN ISO 2151:2004 and EN ISO 3744:1995 at 1500rpm and ultimate vacuum with exhaust tube at outlet.

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	Controller	CVC 3000
	Pressure transducer	ceramic diaphragm (alumina),
		capacitive, absolute pressure,
		gas type independent
	Display	LCD graphic display, illuminated
	Pressure units / scale (selectable)	Torr, mbar or hPa
	Measuring range (absolute)	810 - 0.1 Torr (1080 - 0.1 mbar)
	Maximum control range with internal	795 - 0.1 Torr (1060 - 0.1 mbar)
	pressure transducer (absolute)*
	Resolution	0.07 Torr (0.1 mbar)
	Maximum permissible pressure at pres-	1125 Torr (1.5 bar)
	sure transducer (absolute)
	Maximum permissible temperature of	continuous operation: 104°F (40°C),
		for short periods (less than 5 minutes)
	gaseous media**
		up to 176°F (80°C)
	Measurement uncertainty (absolute)	<± 0.75 Torr (1 mbar)
	after careful adjustment and at constant
	temperature
	Temperature coefficient	<± 0.07 mbar/K (0.05 Torr/K)
	Ambient temperature range (operation)	50°F to 104°F (10°C to +40°C)
	Ambient temperature range (storage)	14°F to 158°F (-10°C to +70°C)
	Permissible relative atmospheric mois-	30% to 85%
	ture during operation (no condensation)
	Maximum permitted current of connect-	4A
	ed valves (connected components)
	Degree of protection IEC 529	IP 42
	(front side)
	Measurement connection of pressure	connection for PTFE tube
		I.D. 3/8”, O.D. 5/16” (10 / 8 mm) or
	transducer	hose nozzle for tubing
		I.D. 1/4” / 3/8” (6 / 10 mm)
	Venting connection	hose nozzle for hose I.D. 3/16“ (4-5 mm)
	Maximum admissible pressure at vent-	17.4 psi (1.2 bar) absolute
	ing connection
	Interface	RS-232 C

*The actual vacuum control range in your application might be reduced due to ultimate vacuum of the pump, volume of gas present, etc.

**if pumping potentially explosive atmospheres: 50 °F to 104 °F (+10°C to +40°C)

We reserve the right for technical modification without prior notice!