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Technology for Vacuum Systems

Instructions for use

Original instructions 

EN

OI no.: 20901121

D

iaphragm

 

pump

MV 10 VARIO select

MD 12 VARIO select

ME 16 VARIO select

Summary of Contents for MD 12 VARIO select

Page 1: ...TechnologyforVacuumSystems Instructions for use Original instructions EN OI no 20901121 Diaphragm pump MV 10 VARIO select MD 12 VARIO select ME 16 VARIO select...

Page 2: ...arefully check the validity of this manual with respect to the product Manufacturer VACUUBRAND GMBH CO KG Alfred Zippe Str 4 97877 Wertheim GERMANY Phone Head office 49 9342 808 0 Sales 49 9342 808 55...

Page 3: ...l obligations 13 2 3 Target group description 14 2 4 General safety information 15 2 4 1 Protective clothing 15 2 4 2 Safety precautions 15 2 4 3 Laboratory and working materials 16 2 4 4 Eliminate so...

Page 4: ...nance 47 7 1 Information on service work 48 7 2 Cleaning 50 7 2 1 Diaphragm pump 50 7 2 2 Clean or replace molded PTFE hoses 50 7 2 3 Clean or replace the controller 50 7 3 Diaphragm pump maintenance...

Page 5: ...prevention regulations and industrial safety regulations applicable in the country of use General For easier readability the general term diaphragm pump is used as an equivalent to and instead of the...

Page 6: ...ervice Department please have the serial number and product type at hand see Rating plate on the product 1 2 About this document 1 2 1 Manual structure The manual has a modular structure with separate...

Page 7: ...even fatal injury or massive damage to property Take appropriate action to avoid dangerous situa tions Caution Indicates a potentially hazardous situation Disregarding the situation could result in sl...

Page 8: ...sign Warning Risk of explosion Danger electricity Danger hot surface General mandatory sign Disconnect power plug Wear chemical resistant protective gloves Wear protective goggles Read the instructio...

Page 9: ...program di di Interior diameter DN Nominal diameter ECTFE Ethylene chlorotrifluoroethylene e g for example ETFE Ethylene Tetrafluoroethylene EX Outlet exhaust exit exhaust gas connection ATEX equipmen...

Page 10: ...nambiguously assigned within the bus system e g for connecting multiple sensors with the same measurement range VACUU BUS client Peripheral device or component with VACUU BUS port which is integrated...

Page 11: ...controller and sensor to create and control rough vacuum in designated systems e g as backing pump for high vacuum pumps for vacuum drying or in systems with VACUU LAN local area vacuum network etc T...

Page 12: ...es unauthorized extensions or conversions in particular when these impair safety usage despite incomplete assembly operation with sharp edged objects pulling plug in connections on the cable out of th...

Page 13: ...troubleshooting Users in the areas of competence in the Responsibility matrix must possess the relevant qualifications for the activities listed In particular work on electrical equipment must be perf...

Page 14: ...alist Similar to a specialist with additional specialist re sponsibility or responsibility for a department or divi sion Responsibility matrix Task Job Operator Specialist Responsible specialist Insta...

Page 15: ...icals wear your personal protective equipment 2 4 2 Safety precautions Use the vacuum device only if you have understood its func tion and this manual Replace defective parts immediately e g a broken...

Page 16: ...as flow can damage the vacuum pump Hazardous substances can deposit in the vacuum pump Possible protective measures depending on the application Flush the vacuum pump with inert gas or air before chan...

Page 17: ...nnect an outlet line At the gas connections the connections for the inlet IN and outlet EX must not be mixed up Be aware of the max pressures at the inlet and outlet of the pump as well as the max adm...

Page 18: ...s without delay Hazards during venting Depending on the application explosive mixtures can form or oth er hazardous situations can arise in systems Hazards due to residual energy After the vacuum pump...

Page 19: ...damaged due to overheating Possi ble causes include insufficient air supply to the fan and failure to maintain minimum distances When installing the device ensure that there is a minimum distance of...

Page 20: ...ion The pump motor has a temperature sensor on the circuit board as overload protection In the event of excessive temperature or if the motor is blocked the vacuum pump switches off If the vacuum pump...

Page 21: ...ition The devices are designed for a low level of mechanical stress and must be installed in such a way that they cannot sustain mechanical damage from the outside The ATEX equipment category of the p...

Page 22: ...oduct Do not dispose your product in household waste Electronic components are subject to hazardous waste treat ment and must only be disposed of by certified specialists Observe the national regulati...

Page 23: ...12 2 1 9 6 7 5 4 3 10 11 8 1 VACUU SELECT Sensor to be mounted externally on suction line 2 Diaphragm pump 3 Vacuum controller ON OFF button 4 VACUU SELECT operating panel 5 VACUU SELECT VACUU BUS cab...

Page 24: ...not differ in their outward appearance see figure 3 1 Schematic design on page 23 The diaphragm pumps differ in the internal connection of the pump heads Diaphragm pumps Mx 1x VARIO select Diaphragm...

Page 25: ...inal packaging e g for returning the product for repair Goods arrival Check the shipment for transport damage and completeness Immediately report any transport damage in writing to the sup plier Unpac...

Page 26: ...tronics A large temperature difference between the storage location and the installation location can cause condensation After goods receipt or storage allow your vacuum device to acclimatize for at l...

Page 27: ...imitation of use US Ambient temperature 10 40 C 50 104 F Max altitude 2000 m above NHN 6562 ft above sea level Minimum distance to adjacent parts 5 cm 2 in Relative humidity 30 85 non condensing Prote...

Page 28: ...ss in the lab furniture or used as a freestanding unit unfold the stand Mount the base 1 Top 2 1 Unscrew the screws Phillips screwdriver size 1 2 Position the base on the dia phragm pump 3 4 3 Screw t...

Page 29: ...silencer Inadmissibly high pressure at the silencer can cause the vacuum pump to burst or damage the pump bearings diaphragms and valves Internal overpressure may build up in case of high gas flow rat...

Page 30: ...Connected components that are not secured can cause injury or damage due to jerky movement shrinkage of the flexible vacuum hose The vacuum hose can come loose Fix the vacuum hose to the connections...

Page 31: ...pump Avoid kinks in the vacuum hose Connect the vacuum hose 1 2 b a 1 Take a vacuum hose a with a small flange connection KF DN 25 2 Attach the vacuum hose to pump inlet b with a centering ring and cl...

Page 32: ...t line Inadmissibly high pressure in the outlet line can cause the vacuum pump to burst or damage seals The outlet line exhaust gas gas outlet must always be clear and non pressurized Always route the...

Page 33: ...e small flange connection KF DN 16 or via the hose nozzle DN 15 mm The following example describes the connection via hose nozzle c d 1 2 1 Take a vacuum hose c di 15 mm 2 Push the exhaust gas hose d...

Page 34: ...ions to arise Never vent processes with air which could form an explosive mixture In the case of flammable substances use only inert gas for venting e g nitrogen max 1 2 bar 900 Torr abs There is no v...

Page 35: ...ower plug f into the power outlet 5 5 Vacuum pump electrically connected Lay the power cable such that it cannot be damaged by sharp edges chemicals or hot surfaces Power connections with country code...

Page 36: ...20901121_EN_Mx10 12 16_VARIO_Vsel_V1 0_020818 Installation and connection Use the power plug which fits your power supply Do not use multiple sockets connected in series as the power connection IMPORT...

Page 37: ...5 The start screen is displayed 5 5 After approx 30 seconds the process screen appears with the operating elements in the controller display 5 2 Operation Apart from the chapters Switch on and Switch...

Page 38: ...control Operating elements Button Function active locked Start Start application only available on the process screen Stop Stop application always possible VENT vent the system option Press button 2 s...

Page 39: ...0901121_EN_Mx10 12 16_VARIO_Vsel_V1 0_020818 Commissioning operation 5 2 1 Operation see description of controller Start the vacuum controller Stop the vacuum controller Venting option Stop Start Vent...

Page 40: ...t the pump from the apparatus 3 Let the vacuum pump run on for about 30 minutes with open inlet 5 5 Condensate and media residues will be flushed out of the vacuum pump IMPORTANT Prevent deposits and...

Page 41: ...vacuum pump This is especially important if it ran more than 15 000 operating hours 3 Close the suction and outlet lines e g with the transport caps 4 Package the vacuum pump such that it is protecte...

Page 42: ...42 20901121_EN_Mx10 12 16_VARIO_Vsel_V1 0_020818 Commissioning operation...

Page 43: ...er for repair 6 2 Error Cause Remedy Error Possible cause 3 3Remedy Personnel Readings deviate from the reference standard Vacuum sensor dirty Moisture in the sen sor Sensor defective Sensor measures...

Page 44: ...ialist Vacuum pump does not start Overpressure in the outlet line Condensation in the vacuum pump 3 3 Open the out let line check the silencer 3 3 Ensure clear pas sage Operator Pump switched off Powe...

Page 45: ...perator Deposits inside the vacuum pump 3 3 Clean and check pump heads Specialist Diaphragms or valves defective 3 3 Replace dia phragms and valves Specialist High level of vapor generated in the pro...

Page 46: ...o silencer or hose mounted at the outlet Outlet line open 3 3 Check silencer or hose and install correctly 3 3 Check outlet line connections 3 3 Connect the out let line to an extrac tion system or fu...

Page 47: ...ment e g pro tective gloves eye protection and if necessary re spiratory protection Decontaminate the vacuum pump before opening it If necessary have decontamination carried out by an external service...

Page 48: ...se x Clean the vacuum pump x Recommended maintenance interval after hours of operation and under nor mal operating conditions depending on the environment and area of applica tion we advise performing...

Page 49: ...agm wrench 20636554 SW66 3 Flat nose pliers Close hose clamps 4 Flat head screwdriver Open hose clamps Size 1 5 Phillips screwdriver Screw fittings controller base Size 1 Screw fittings distributor ou...

Page 50: ...r to moisten the cloth 7 2 2 Clean or replace molded PTFE hoses Maintenance provides the opportunity to check the components of the diaphragm pump including the hoses Clean the inside of very dirty mo...

Page 51: ...head pair 5 Suction pressure distributor only MV 10 MD 12 Straightforward maintenance due to split work steps Observe the recommended sequence of maintenance steps according to the table On one pump...

Page 52: ...apter 4 3 Controller base on page 28 Disassemble the device and housing sections 1 2 1 Switch the diaphragm pump off and unplug the power plug 2 Unscrew the silencer from the outlet 3 4 3 Unscrew the...

Page 53: ...section and set it aside Remove the side panel 1 2 1 Unscrew the 2 outer screws from the side panel retain ing plate at the front hex key size 4 2 Unscrew the right screw from the side panel retaining...

Page 54: ...Cleaning and maintenance 5 6 5 Lift the left side panel off the pump Place the pump care fully on its other side 6 Unscrew the screw fittings from the side panel hex key size 5 7 7 Lift the right sid...

Page 55: ...awing of pump head example 1 2 3 4 5 8 7 6 Valve maintenance 1 Housing cover 2 Valves 3 O rings size 28 x 1 5 Diaphragm maintenance 4 Head cover 5 Diaphragm clamping disc with square head screw 6 Doub...

Page 56: ...the bot tom pump head pair to the top Open the hose clips on the hoses Flat head screwdriver size 1 2 Pull off the molded hoses 3 4 3 Unscrew the socket head screws from the housing cover Hex key siz...

Page 57: ...O_Vsel_V1 0_020818 Cleaning and maintenance Remove valves and O rings 6 7 6 Carefully remove the used valves 7 Carefully remove the used O rings 8 8 Remove the head covers Check the surfaces for dirt...

Page 58: ...hragm support disc and unscrew the assembly with the diaphragm wrench attached 3 4 3 Lift the diaphragm along with all the parts out of the vacuum pump 4 If the spacer discs adhere to the connecting r...

Page 59: ...isc VACUUBRANDCXXX VACUUBRAND VACUUBRANDCXXX VACUUBRAND IMPORTANT Double diaphragm comprising 2 single diaphragms Use the dia phragms only in pairs The printed surfaces of the diaphragms have to face...

Page 60: ...and place all the components carefully on the connecting rod thread 10 Initially tighten the assembly with the diaphragm wrench by hand 11 12 11 Then position a torque wrench with socket head bit on...

Page 61: ...the new valves Pay attention to the correct orienta tion of the valves 3 4 3 Take the housing cover and align the head covers The nibs at the head covers have to lock into the notches of the housing...

Page 62: ...ring the top pump head pair to the top Support the pump e g with rigid foam Follow the same procedure to replace the diaphragms and valves of the top pump head pair as described for the Bottom pump he...

Page 63: ...ing sections 1 2 1 Place the side panel on the pump 2 Wind the screw fittings into the side panel hex key size 5 3 4 3 Turn the pump to the top 4 Place the side panel on the pump 5 6 5 Wind the screw...

Page 64: ...w of the side panel retaining plate at the rear hex key size 4 8 Place the rear housing section 9 9 Wind in the screws of the housing section hex key size 4 Prior to mounting the front housing section...

Page 65: ...MV 10 VARIO select Exploded drawing of suction pressure distributor example 1 5 7 8 6 2 3 4 Maintenance overpressure relief valve O ring 1 Countersunk screw M4x80 2 Connection DN 25 3 Hose nozzle 4 S...

Page 66: ...ove the pressure distributor flat head screwdriver size 1 3 4 3 Remove the molded hoses one by one from the hose nozzles 4 Unscrew the screws of the out let holder Phillips screwdriver size 2 5 6 5 Un...

Page 67: ...Bottom 10 9 Place the new pressure relief valve on the clean surface Ensure the pressure relief valve is positioned correctly on the pressure distributor Insert the O ring 10 Place the suction distri...

Page 68: ...se nozzles e g with flat nose pliers Assemble the device and housing sections 1 2 1 Insert the bar into the groove between the side panels 2 Wind in the 2 outer screws of the side panel retaining plat...

Page 69: ...Secure the controller on the diaphragm pump and connect all cables 7 7 Plug in the power plug If maintenance work has been completed in full Connect the hoses for operation Connect the diaphragm pump...

Page 70: ...562 ft above sea level Relative humidity 30 85 non condensing Protection class IP 40 IK 08 Operating conditions US Maximum admissible media temperature gas non explosive atmo sphere Short term 80 C 17...

Page 71: ...Torr Number of cylinders stages 8 3 MV 10 VARIO select Max pumping speed 14 m3 h 8 4 cfm Ultimate vacuum abs 0 3 mbar 0 2 Torr Number of cylinders stages 8 4 Max inlet pressure abs 1 1 bar 825 Torr M...

Page 72: ...17 7 in Weight 28 3 kg 62 4 lb MD 12 VARIO select 552 mm x 260 mm x 450 mm 21 7 in x 10 2 in x 17 7 in Weight 28 3 kg 62 4 lb MV 10 VARIO select 552 mm x 260 mm x 450 mm 21 7 in x 10 2 in x 17 7 in We...

Page 73: ...hragm FPM Valves FPM O rings FPM Small flange Stainless steel Hose fittings ETFE ECTFE Hoses PTFE Inlet Aluminium alloy Suction pressure distributor Aluminium alloy Outlet PP Silencer Anodized aluminu...

Page 74: ...please provide the type and serial number from the rating plate This will allow us to provide you with specific support and advice for your device Diaphragm pump rating plate general Product series t...

Page 75: ...20674220 Venting valve VBM B 20674217 Vacuum valve VS 25 KF DN 25 20665005 VACUU SELECT Sensor without venting valve 20700021 Vacuum sensor VSK 3000 20640530 Adapter small flange KF DN 25 to hose nozz...

Page 76: ...build up which can damage the pump bearings diaphragms and valves Do not use the silencer in such circumstances A full list of spare parts available can be found under VACUUBRAND Support Repair instru...

Page 77: ...l distributor or our Service Department 2 Request an RMA no for your order 3 Clean the product thoroughly or if necessary decontaminate it professionally 4 Fill out the Health and Safety Clearance for...

Page 78: ...Maintain the top right and left pump head pairs 62 Maintenance 47 Maintenance intervals 48 Maintenance of suction pressure distributor 65 Mandatory sign 8 Manual structure 6 Measurement chamber 73 Min...

Page 79: ...Service range 77 Silencer 29 Silencer at the outlet EX 29 Sources of supply 76 Spare parts 76 Start 39 Stop 39 Storage prepared 69 Switch pump off 40 Switch pump on 37 Symbols 8 T Target groups 14 Tec...

Page 80: ...43150 20744150 Seriennummer Serial number Num ro de s rie Siehe Typenschild See rating plate Voir plaque signal tique Angewandte harmonisierte Normen Harmonized standards applied Normes har monis es u...

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