Heidolph Hei-VAC Control User manual

Vacuum Controller
Hei-VAC Control
Instructions for use
Original instructions

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Manufacturer:
Heidolph Instruments GmbH & Co. KG
Walpersdorfer Str. 12
D-91126 Schwabach
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-Mail: [email protected]
Web: www.heidolph-instruments.com
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Content
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1 Introduction 7
1.1 User information.......................7
1.2 About this document ....................8
1.2.1 Display conventions .................... 8
1.2.2 Symbols and icons .................... 9
1.2.3 Handling instructions (action steps) ........ 10
1.2.4 Abbreviations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
2 Safety instructions 12
2.1 Working conditions ....................12
2.1.1 Intended use ....................... 12
2.1.2 Improper use ....................... 12
2.1.3 Foreseeable misuse ................... 13
2.2 Target groups........................14
2.2.1 User permissions .................... 14
2.2.2 Personal responsibility ................. 14
2.3 Safety precautions ....................15
2.3.1 Protective clothing.................... 15
2.3.2 Eliminate sources of danger ............. 15
2.4 Safety and service ....................18
2.4.1 Meaning Health and Safety Clearance ...... 18
2.4.2 Requirements for services .............. 18
2.5 Environmental protection ................19
3 Product description 20
3.1 Vacuum controller Hei-VAC Control .........20
3.2 Functionality ........................22
3.3 Operation modes .....................22
4 Installation and connection 23
4.1 Installation..........................23
4.1.1 Table top version..................... 23
4.1.2 Attachment to Hei-VAP Rotary Evaporator ... 24
4.2 Connection .........................25
4.2.1 Electrical connection .................. 25
4.2.2 Vacuum connection ................... 27
TABLE OF CONTENT

Content
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5 Operating and display elements 29
5.1 Operating elements....................29
5.1.1 Selection knob ...................... 29
5.1.2 Control panel ....................... 29
5.1.3 Key combinations .................... 30
5.2 Display and user interface ...............31
5.2.1 Pressure display ..................... 31
5.2.2 Display icons ....................... 32
5.2.3 Signal sounds (warning beep) ............ 34
5.2.4 Menu display in general ................ 35
5.3 Handling ...........................36
6 Operation 38
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6.2 Select language and pressure unit .........39
6.3 Mode – Operation mode................40
6.3.1 Select operation mode................. 40
6.3.2 Mode menu ........................ 41
6.4 Start controlling ......................42
6.5 Control during operation ................42
6.5.1 Venting (VENT) ...................... 42
6.5.2 Change operation mode ................ 44
6.5.3 Display graphic (curve) ................ 46
6.5.4 Quit display graphic ................... 47
6.6 Quick adaption during operation ...........48
6.6.1 Set vacuum ........................ 48
6.7 Stop control .........................49
7 Advanced menus and operation 50
7.1 Operation menus .....................50
7.1.1 Pump down ........................ 51
7.1.2 Vac control ......................... 52
7.1.3 Program........................... 53
7.2 Program functions (see Online Instructions
for use) ................................54
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7.3.1 Content selection .................... 55
7.3.2 Submenus ......................... 56
7.4 Function menu (see Online Instructions for use) 59
7.5 Program functions (see Online Instructions
for use) ................................59

Content
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8 Resolving problems 60
8.1 Error display ........................60
8.2 Fault – Cause – Remedy ................62
8.3 Controller Reset ......................66
8.4 Error of external components .............68
9 Cleaning and maintenance 69
9.1 Cleaning ...........................69
9.1.1 Controller .......................... 69
9.1.2 Venting valve ....................... 69
9.1.3 Internal sensor ...................... 69
9.2 Sensor readjustment...................70
10 Appendix 73
10.1 Technical information ..................73
10.1.1 Technical data....................... 73
10.1.2 Rating plate ........................ 75
10.1.3 Wetted parts ....................... 75
10.2 Interface commands (see Online Instructions
for use) ................................76
10.2.1 Pin assignment (RS232) ................ 76
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10.3.1 EC Declaration of Conformity ............ 77
10.3.2 China RoHS Declaration of Conformity ...... 78
Detailed descriptions about programming, function menu with address assign-
ment, di󰀨erential pressure measurement, and interface commands are in-
cluded in the Online Instructions for use. You get the Online Instructions for
use from the technical service of Heidolph Instruments.

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First steps (delivery status)
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First steps on
delivery status
Select language and
units

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1 Introduction
This manual is part of your product. It provides important instruc-
tions for safe use of the product. Read this manual completely in
order to understand proper use of your product.
1.1 User information
Safety
Read this manual thoroughly and completely before using the
product.
Keep this manual in an easily accessible location.
Proper use of the product is essential for safe operation. Comply
with all safety instructions provided!
In addition to this manual, adhere to any relevant local accident
prevention regulations and comply with industrial safety regula-
tions.
General
To make the text more readable in this manual, mostly the term
Controller is used instead of Hei-VAC Control.
When giving the product to a third party also hand out these ins-
tructions for use.
The illustrations in this manual are provided as examples. They
are intended to aid in your understanding of the proper use of
the product.
We reserve the right to modify or change the product design
and/or technical specications at any time without advanced
notice.
Copyright
The content of these instructions for use is protected by copyright.
Only copies for internal use are allowed, e. g., for professional
training.
© Heidolph Instruments GmbH & Co. KG
General
information
Instructions for use
and safety
Copyright ©

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Contact
Contact us regarding any questions about this product, if you
need further information, or to provide us with feedback.
When contacting our Customer Service Department, please be
sure to have the correct type and serial number of your product
see Rating plate
1.2 About this document
1.2.1 Display conventions
Warning levels
DANGER
Indicates an imminent hazardous situation.
Disregarding the situation will result in serious and
even fatal injury or death.
 Take appropriate action to avoid dangerous situation!
WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation.
Disregarding the situation could result in serious, even
fatal injury or massive damage to property.
 Observe instruction to avoid dangerous situation!
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation.
Disregarding the situation could result in slight or minor
injury or damage to property.
 Observe instruction to avoid dangerous situation!
Contact us
Convention for
warnings

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NOTICE
Notice for a potentially harmful situation.
Disregarding the notice could lead to material damage.
Additional notes
Information or specic use recommendation, which must be
observed.
Important information for the proper operation.
 Helpful tips and tricks
 Additional information
1.2.2 Symbols and icons
This manual includes symbols and icons. Safety symbols indicate
special danger in handling the product. Icons shall help to identify
the danger directly and easier.
Safety symbols
acute toxicity – hazards
to human health
general warning symbol danger: electricity
hot surface explosive material
general prohibition
symbol
general mandatory sign disconnect mains plug
from outlet
IMPORTANT!
Explanation of safety
symbols
Convention for
additional notes

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Additional icons
Positive example – Do!
result – o. k.
Negative example –
Do not!
Refers to content of
this manual.
Refers to content of
other documents.
Press selection knob or
key. Turn selection knob
Push and hold key Push and turn selection
knob
Flashing cycle – ashing icon indicating malfunction
Sound – signal or warning sound
 For further detailed information about icons and signals in
the display see chapter 5.2.2 Display icons on page 32.
1.2.3 Handling instructions (action steps)
Action step (single step)
Do the described step.
5Result of action.
Handling instructions(multiple steps)
1. rst step
2. next step
5Result of action.
Follow steps in the described order.
Additional display
conventions
References
Handling or action
Signals