Pfeiffer Vacuum HENA 101, Operating Instructions Manual

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Problem Possible causes Remedy
Vacuum pump does not
reach the specified final
pressure
● Measurement result dis-
torted
● Check the measurement instru-
ment.
● Check the final pressure without
system connected.
● Vacuum pump or con-
nected accessory conta-
minated
● Clean the vacuum pump.
● Check the components for con-
tamination.
● Operating fluid contami-
nated
● Operate the vacuum pump with
the gas ballast valve open over a
longer period.
● Change the operating fluid.
● Operating fluid level too
low
● Top up the operating fluid.
● Leak in system ● Locate and eliminate the leak.
● Vacuum pump is dam-
aged
● Contact Pfeiffer Vacuum Service .
Pumping speed of vacuum
pump too low
● The intake line is not
suitably dimensioned
● Make sure that connections are
short and cross sections ade-
quately dimensioned.
● Exhaust pressure too
high
● Check exhaust line outlet open-
ings and exhaust side accesso-
ries.
Loss of operating fluid ● Operating fluid separator
leaking
● Check for leaks.
● Replace the seal as required.
● Radial shaft seal rings
(RSSR) leaking
● Contact Pfeiffer Vacuum Service .
● Operational loss of oper-
ating fluid
● Check the oil return.
Unusual noises during oper-
ation
● Pumping system is con-
taminated or damaged
● Clean and maintain the vacuum
pump.
● Contact Pfeiffer Vacuum Service .
● Motor bearing is faulty ● Change the motor.
● Contact Pfeiffer Vacuum Service .
Tbl. 10: Troubleshooting for rotary vane pumps
Malfunctions
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