Pfeiffer Vacuum ASM 306S User manual

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
EN
Translation of the Original
ASM 306S
Leak detector

Disclaimer of liability
These operating instructions describe all models and variants of your product. Note that your
product may not be equipped with all features described in this document. Pfeiffer Vacuum
constantly adapts its products to the latest state of the art without prior notice. Please take
into account that online operating instructions can deviate from the printed operating
instructions supplied with your product.
Furthermore, Pfeiffer Vacuum assumes no responsibility or liability for damage resulting from
the use of the product that contradicts its proper use or is explicitly defined as foreseeable
misuse.
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We reserve the right to make changes to the technical data and information in this document.
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Table of contents
1 About this manual 6
1.1 Validity 6
1.1.1 Products concerned 6
1.1.2 Applicable documents 6
1.2 Target group 6
1.3 Conventions 6
1.3.1 Pictographs 6
1.3.2 Instructions in the text 7
1.3.3 Labels 7
1.3.4 Abbreviations 8
2 Safety 9
2.1 General safety information 9
2.1.1 Safety instructions 9
2.1.2 Precautions 10
2.2 Intended use 11
2.3 Foreseeable misuse 11
3 Transportation and Storage 12
3.1 Receipt of the product 12
3.2 Unpacking/Packing 12
3.3 Handling 13
3.4 Storage 14
4 Product description 15
4.1 Product identification 15
4.1.1 Scope of delivery 15
4.2 Connection interface 15
4.3 Control panel description 16
4.4 Description of the sniffer probe 16
4.5 Description of calibrated leak 17
5 Installation 18
5.1 Detector installation 18
5.2 Sniffer probe installation 18
5.3 Calibrated leak installation 18
5.4 Electrical connection 19
6 Commissioning 20
6.1 Preliminary precautions for use 20
6.2 Switching the detector on 20
6.3 Shutdown the detector 20
7 Operation 21
7.1 Prerequisites for optimizing measure 21
7.2 Use conditions 21
7.3 Tightness test procedure 21
7.4 Using the sniffer probe 22
7.5 Operation monitoring 22
7.6 Test Start/Stop 23
7.7 Calibration 23
7.8 Zero function 24
7.9 Touch screen 24
7.9.1 Navigation 25
7.9.2 Main screen (Home) 26
7.9.3 Graph screen 27
7.9.4 Graph screen: graph parameters 28
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7.9.5 Graph screen: recording 28
7.9.6 Graph screen: saving a recording 29
7.9.7 Graph screen: viewing a recording 29
7.9.8 Function key bar 31
8 Settings menu 33
8.1 Measure menu 34
8.1.1 Tracer gas 34
8.1.2 Set points 34
8.1.3 Correction factor 37
8.1.4 Calibrated leak reference 38
8.1.5 Target value 38
8.1.6 Calibrated leak setting 39
8.2 Probe menu 40
8.2.1 Probe flow unit 40
8.2.2 Probe clogged 41
8.3 Configuration menu 41
8.3.1 Unit/Date/Time/Language 42
8.3.2 Sound volume 42
8.3.3 Screen settings 43
8.3.4 Access - Password 44
8.4 Maintenance menu 45
8.4.1 History 45
8.4.2 Information 47
8.4.3 Last maintenance operations 49
8.4.4 Counters before next maintenance 49
8.4.5 Maintenance turbo pump and cell 50
8.5 File Manager menu 50
8.6 Advanced menu 51
8.6.1 Input/Output 52
8.6.2 Service 53
9 Maintenance/Replacement 54
10 Service solutions by Pfeiffer Vacuum 55
11 Accessories 57
12 Technical data and dimensions 58
12.1 General 58
12.2 Technical data 58
12.3 Units of pressure 58
12.4 Gas throughputs 59
12.5 Dimensions 59
13 Appendix 60
13.1 Tree diagram of the Settings menu 60
Declaration of conformity 66
UL/CSA compliance 67
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List of tables
Tbl. 1: Coding of the LED display of the sniffer probe 17
Tbl. 2: Operation monitoring 22
Tbl. 3: Main screen (Home) 27
Tbl. 4: Graph screen 28
Tbl. 5: Accessories 57
Tbl. 6: Technical data 58
Tbl. 7: Environmental conditions 58
Tbl. 8: Units of pressure and their conversion 59
Tbl. 9: Gas throughputs and their conversion 59
Tbl. 10: Default settings: menu [MEASURE] (1/2) 60
Tbl. 11: Default settings: menu [MEASURE] (2/2) 61
Tbl. 12: Default settings: menu [PROBE] 61
Tbl. 13: Default settings: menu [CONFIGURATION] (1/2) 62
Tbl. 14: Default settings: menu [CONFIGURATION] (2/2) 63
Tbl. 15: Default settings:menu [MAINTENANCE] 63
Tbl. 16: Default settings: menu [FILE MANAGER] 63
Tbl. 17: Default settings: menu [ADVANCED] 64
Tbl. 18: Default settings: graph parameters 65
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1 About this manual
IMPORTANT
Read carefully before use.
Keep the manual for future consultation.
1.1 Validity
This operating instructions is a customer document of Pfeiffer Vacuum. The operating instructions de-
scribe the functions of the named product and provide the most important information for the safe use of
the device. The description is written in accordance with the valid directives. The information in this op-
erating instructions refers to the product's current development status. The document shall remain valid
provided that the customer does not make any changes to the product.
1.1.1 Products concerned
This document applies to products with the following part numbers:
Part Number Description
RSAS00AxMM9A
● x: variable according to the “Interface” option selected
ASM 306S
1.1.2 Applicable documents
Document Part number
Maintenance instructions - ASM 306S 127443M 1)
Operating instructions - RS-232 122215 1)
Operating instructions - 15 pin I/O interface 121776 1)
Operating instructions - 37 pin I/O interface (Ethernet + USB) 123894 1)
Condensed manual - Sniffer probe 127828 1)
EC Declaration of conformity Included with this manual
UL/CSA compliance Included with this manual
1) also available at www.pfeiffer-vacuum.com
1.2 Target group
This user manual is intended for all persons in charge of transport, installation, commissioning/decom-
missioning, use, maintenance or storage of the product.
The work described in this document must only be carried out by persons with suitable technical training
(specialized staff) or persons who have undergone Pfeiffer Vacuum training.
1.3 Conventions
1.3.1 Pictographs
Pictographs used in the document indicate useful information.
Note
Tip
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1.3.2 Instructions in the text
Usage instructions in the document follow a general structure that is complete in itself. The required ac-
tion is indicated by an individual step or multi-part action steps.
Individual action step
A horizontal, solid triangle indicates the only step in an action.
►This is an individual action step.
Sequence of multi-part action steps
The numerical list indicates an action with multiple necessary steps.
1. Step 1
2. Step 2
3. ...
1.3.3 Labels
INPUTS/OUTPUTS Inputs/Outputs Interface connector
SERIAL D-Sub 9 pins RS-232 connector
NETWORK Ethernet plug
USB USB plug
1
FR AEOF 00165062 - assurance qualité / quality control
This label guarantees to the user that the product packaging has not been
opened since leaving the factory.
2 This label indicates that some of the internal parts are electrically live and could
cause electrical shock in case of contact.
● Do not use the product if the power cable is not earthed.
● Disconnect the power cable from the product before servicing the product.
3 This label indicates that some of the internal parts are electrically live and could
cause electrical shock in case of contact.
● Disconnect the power cable from the product before removing the cover.
4 This label indicates the grounding point on the product.
5
PRODUIT PERSONNALISE
CUSTOMIZED PRODUCT
This label indicates that the product has been customized at the customer’s re-
quest.
6 This label indicates that the product has been certified compliant with quality
control upon leaving the factory.
9
Factory Firmware /Logiciel usine
L0232 V3302 E17D
L0264 V3200 FD87E7D
L0285 V3200 8C9D
DD-MM-YY
12 3
4
This label provides information regarding software installed in the product.
1 Firmware name 3 Firmware checksum
2 Firmware version 4 Publication date
10
1 2
5 6
7
3 4
98 avenue de Brogny F-74000 ANNECY
Kg
P/N :
S/N :
V Hz W
8
Made in France
Product identification label.
1 Weight 5 Part Number
2 Operating voltage 6 Description
3 Operating frequency 7 Serial number
4 Maximum power consumption 8 Date of manufacture
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11 This label indicates that the product is subject to regulations for the treatment of
electrical and electronic equipment waste (see the EC declaration of product
conformity).
12
12
Made in France
P/N : S/N :
Sniffer probe identification label (accessory).
1 Part Number 2 Serial number
2
12
11 10
33
1.3.4 Abbreviations
I/O Input/Output
4He Helium 4
3He Helium 3
H2Hydrogen
[XXXXXX] Control panel menus and settings
e.g. [Measure] [Tracer Gas] to select the tracer gas used for the test.
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2 Safety
2.1 General safety information
The following 4 risk levels and 1 information level are taken into account in this document.
DANGER
Immediately pending danger
Indicates an immediately pending danger that will result in death or serious injury if not observed.
►Instructions to avoid the danger situation
WARNING
Potential pending danger
Indicates a pending danger that could result in death or serious injury if not observed.
►Instructions to avoid the danger situation
CAUTION
Potential pending danger
Indicates a pending danger that could result in minor injuries if not observed.
►Instructions to avoid the danger situation
NOTICE
Danger of damage to property
Is used to highlight actions that are not associated with personal injury.
►Instructions to avoid damage to property
Notes, tips or examples indicate important information about the product or about this docu-
ment.
2.1.1 Safety instructions
All safety instructions in this document are based on the results of the risk assessment carried out in
accordance with Low-Voltage Directive 2014/35/UE regarding electrical safety. Where applicable, all life
cycle phases of the product were taken into account.
WARNING
Risk of electric shock due to non-compliant electrical installations
This product uses mains voltage for its electrical supply. Non-compliant electrical installations or in-
stallations not done to professional standards may endanger the user’s life.
►Only qualified technicians trained in the relevant electrical safety and EMC regulations are au-
thorized to work on the electrical installation.
►This product must not be modified or converted arbitrarily.
WARNING
Risk of electric shock in case of contact with products that are not electrically isolated
When powering off _mains switch to O_, certain components located between the mains connection
and the circuit breaker will still contain an electric charge (live). There is a risk of electric shock in
case of contact.
►Make sure that the mains connection is always visible and accessible so that it can be unplugged
at any time.
►Disconnect the mains cable from the electrical network before working on the product.
►Wait for the control panel screen to turn off completely before working on the product and/or re-
moving the cover(s).
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WARNING
Health risk related to residual traces on the parts tested
A leak detection operation must be carried out under environmental conditions that do not present
any risks to the operator and the equipment. The user and/or integrator of the product are fully re-
sponsible for the operational safety conditions of the equipment.
►Do not test parts or equipment with traces of harsh, chemical, corrosive, inflammable, reactive,
toxic, or explosive substances, nor condensable vapors, even in small amounts.
►Apply the relevant safety instructions in accordance with local regulations.
WARNING
Risk of serious injury due to falling objects
When transporting parts/items by hand, there is a danger of loads slipping and falling down.
►Carry small and medium-size parts/items with two hands.
►Wear safety shoes with steel toe according to directive EN 347.
WARNING
Risk of burns in case of contact with hot surfaces
For the operator’s safety, the products are designed to avoid thermal risk. However, specific operat-
ing conditions may exist that require extra caution on the part of the operator due to the high temper-
atures (surfaces > 70 °C for parts inside the cover(s)).
►Wait for the product to fully cool down before working on it.
►Protective gloves must be worn in accordance with standard EN 420.
CAUTION
Risk of crushing related to product tilting
Although the product fully complies with EEC safety regulations, there is a risk of tilting when the
product is not correctly installed or used.
►Place the product on a flat, hard floor.
►Keep the product on its 4 feet.
CAUTION
Risk of pinching when handling the storage box cover
►Be careful not to leave your fingers under the cover when closing.
2.1.2 Precautions
Duty to provide information on potential dangers
The product holder or user is obliged to make all operating personnel aware of dangers
posed by this product.
Every person who is involved in the installation, operation or maintenance of the product
must read, understand and adhere to the safety-related parts of this document.
Infringement of conformity due to modifications to the product
The Declaration of Conformity from the manufacturer is no longer valid if the operator
changes the original product or installs additional equipment.
●Following the installation into a system, the operator is required to check and re-evalu-
ate the conformity of the overall system in the context of the relevant European Direc-
tives, before commissioning that system.
Only qualified personnel trained in safety regulations (EMC, electrical safety, chemical pollution) are au-
thorized to carry out the installation and maintenance described in this manual. Our service centers can
provide the necessary training.
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►Do not expose any part of the human body to the vacuum.
►Follow the safety and accident prevention requirements.
►Regularly check compliance with all precautionary measures.
►Do not turn on the product if the cover is not in place.
2.2 Intended use
The leak detector is designed to detect and/or quantify a possible installation or component leak by
searching for the presence of a tracer gas in the pumped gases.
Only the tracer gases identified in this manual may be used.
The product may be used in an industrial environment.
2.3 Foreseeable misuse
Misuse of the product will render the warranty and any claims void. Any use, whether intended or not,
that diverges from the uses already mentioned will be treated as non-compliant; this includes but is not
limited to:
●the use of a tracer gas with a hydrogen concentration greater than 5%,
●testing parts that are soiled or that have traces of water, vapors, paint, adhesive, detergent or rins-
ing products,
●pumping of liquids,
●pumping of dust or solids,
●pumping of corrosive, explosive, aggressive or flammable fluids,
●pumping of reactive, chemical or toxic fluids,
●pumping of condensable vapors,
●operation in potentially explosive areas,
●use of accessories or spare parts, which are not named in this manual,
●use of accessories or spare parts, which are not sold by the manufacturer.
The product is not designed to carry people or loads and is not for use as a seat, stepladder or any
other similar purpose.
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3 Transportation and Storage
3.1 Receipt of the product
Condition of the delivery
●Check that the product has not been damaged during transport.
●If the product is damaged, take the necessary measures with the carrier and notify the
manufacturer.
►Keeping the product in its original packaging so it stays as clean as it was when dispatched by us.
Only unpack the product once it has arrived at the location where it will be used.
Keep the packaging (recyclable materials) in case the product needs to be transported or
stored.
3.2 Unpacking/Packing
Unpacking
Refer to the instructions on the package.
►Follow the unpacking order indicated on the instructions included in the packaging.
22
kg
2
11
3
4
Repacking
1. Remove the calibrated leak, sniffer probe or other accessory installed on the product. Keep it. Do
not attach it to the package.
2. Proceed in reverse order of unpacking.
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3.3 Handling
WARNING
Risk of crushing during product handling
Given the weight of the product, there is a risk of crushing during handling operations. Under no cir-
cumstances shall the manufacturer be liable if the following instructions are not followed:
►Only qualified staff trained in handling heavy objects are authorized to handle the product.
►The lifting devices provided must be used for the product and the procedures set out in this
document must be followed.
►Move the product using the gripping areas underneath the product.
►Do not move the product using the sniffer probe, control panel, power cable or any other commu-
nication cable.
1
1 Gripping area
Transport cart
A transport cart (accessory) makes it easier to move the detector.
Maximum authorized weight on the transport cart: 26 kg
2
1
1 Cart 2 Fixing screws delivered with the cart
►The cart must be fastened to the leak detector using the 2 fixing screws.
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3.4 Storage
Pfeiffer Vacuum recommends storing the products in their original transport packaging.
Storing a new product
►Store in a clean and dry environment according to the required temperature conditions (see chap-
ter “Technical data”).
►Beyond 3 months, factors such as temperature, humidity, salt in the air, etc. could damage some
components (elastomers, lubricants, etc.). If this happens, contact a service center.
Extended storage
1. Stop the detector (set switch/circuit breaker to O).
2. Wait for the control panel turn off.
3. Unplug the power cable.
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4 Product description
4.1 Product identification
To correctly identify the product when communicating with our service center, always have the informa-
tion from the product rating plate available (see chapter "Labels").
4.1.1 Scope of delivery
●1 leak detector
●1 documentation set (USB stick, operating instructions, plastic coated memo for the detector)
●1 power cable for Europe (France/Germany) and/or 1 power cable for US
●1 set of 6 partitions for compartmentalization (in the storage box)
●1 Quality Control label
●1 sniffer probe sheath and 1 stopper
●1 D-Sub male connector cover (15 or 37 pins, depending on option)
●1 D-Sub male connector (15 or 37 pins, depending on option)
To be ordered separately
Reminder: although they are essential for using the leak detector, the following items are accessories
(at the user's expense) and are not included with the delivery of the detector:
●sniffer probe with its connection cable,
●calibrated leak.
►Order these accessories separately from the leak detector.
4.2 Connection interface
3
1
2
4
6
5
7
8
9
1 Storage box with partitions 6 Sniffer probe connector 1)
2 Sniffer probe sheath fastening point 7 Switch/Circuit breaker
3 Connector for USB stick (at the user’s expense) 8 Mains power supply
4 Not used 9 Communication interface according to con-
figuration upon order (example)
5 Provisional cover for the calibrated storage
area 1)
1) Accessory
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4.3 Control panel description
5
2
4 3 7
1
6
1 Touch screen 5 ZERO button
2 Main screen access button 6 Detector connection cable connector
3START/STOP button 7 Fixing magnet (x4)
4CAL button
4.4 Description of the sniffer probe
The sniffer probe is an accessory (at the expense of the user).
The sniffer probe does not come with the leak detector.
The sniffer probe is essential for the use of the leak detector.
The leak detector is designed to be used only with the manufacturer’s sniffer probe (part number
PRBxxxxxx, see chapter “Accessories”).
432 5 6 71
1 Rod + filter 5 LED status
2 LED light 6 Probe body
3 LED bargraph (consisting of several LED allowing display cus-
tomization)
7 Sniffer probe cable connector
4 ZERO button
Coding of the LED display
The representations below indicate the LED status.
Representation Status
OFF
ON, fixed
e.g. fixed green
ON, fixed, alternate
e.g. fixed green then fixed orange then fixed red
ON, fixed, variable color
e.g. fixed green/orange/red according to the setting used as a reference
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Representation Status
+
ON, fixed, two colors
e.g. fixed green and orange
ON, flashing
e.g. flashing green
ON, scan LED by LED
e.g. 1st fixed then 2nd fixed, variable color
Tbl. 1: Coding of the LED display of the sniffer probe
4.5 Description of calibrated leak
The calibrated leak is an accessory (at the expense of the user).
The calibrated leak does not come with the leak detector.
The calibrated leak is essential for the use of the leak detector.
The calibrated leak can contain 3 different tracer gases: 4He, 3He or H2.
The manufacturer offers 3 calibrated leaks:
●Tracer gas: 100% 4He - Value: ≈ 5 · 10-5 mbar · l/s (≈ 5 · 10-6 Pa · m3/s
●Tracer gas: 100% H2 - Value: ≈ 5 · 10-5 mbar · l/s (≈ 5 · 10-6 Pa · m3/s)
●Tracer gas: 50% 4He + 50% H2 - Value: ≈ 5 · 10-5 mbar · l/s (≈ 5 · 10-6 Pa · m3/s) for each gas
─The use of this mixed calibrated leak allows provides the user with 2 tracer gases in a single
leak. The tracer gas used for measure will be either 4He, or H2 depending on the settings.
The manufacturer does not offer a calibrated leak with 3He as the tracer gas.
Each calibrated leak is supplied with a calibration certificate.
21
1 Tracer gas tank 2 Calibrated leak nozzle
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5 Installation
5.1 Detector installation
NOTICE
Leak detector ventilation
In cases of poor ventilation, there is a risk of deterioration of the detector’s internal components by
heating.
►Comply with the ambient operating temperature.
►Do not obstruct the ventilation grids.
►Ventilation grids should be cleaned regularly.
►Leave a free space of at least 10 cm all around the leak detector.
►Store nothing under the detector.
The leak detector must be installed on a horizontal flat surface resting on its legs.
►Choose the location for set up according to the dimensions of the detector (see chapter “Dimen-
sions”).
►Handle the detector using the handling device (see chapter “Handling”).
►Make sure that the test area is not polluted by the tracer gas.
5.2 Sniffer probe installation
The sniffer probe is an accessory (at the expense of the user).
The sniffer probe does not come with the leak detector.
The leak detector cannot work without the sniffer probe.
1
2
5.3 Calibrated leak installation
The calibrated leak is an accessory (at the expense of the user).
The calibrated leak does not come with the leak detector.
The leak detector includes a dedicated area for keeping the calibrated leak within reach. This storage
area comes with a cover.
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Placement of the calibrated leak in this area is not required for subsequent use of the leak.
1
3
4
2
1. Set calibrated leak (see chapter « Calibrated leak setting »).
5.4 Electrical connection
WARNING
Risk of electric shock due to non-compliant electrical installations
This product uses mains voltage for its electrical supply. Non-compliant electrical installations or in-
stallations not done to professional standards may endanger the user’s life.
►Only qualified technicians trained in the relevant electrical safety and EMC regulations are au-
thorized to work on the electrical installation.
►This product must not be modified or converted arbitrarily.
NOTICE
Risk of electromagnetic disturbance
Voltages and currents can induce a multitude of electromagnetic fields and interference signals. In-
stallations that do not comply with the EMC regulations can interfere with other equipment and the
environment in general.
►Use shielded cables and connections for the interfaces in interference-prone environments.
Electrical safety
The leak detector is Class 1 equipment and therefore must be earthed.
►Connect the power supply to the connector using the power cable supplied with the detector (see
chapter “Human/Machine interface”).
►See chapter “Technical data”.
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6 Commissioning
6.1 Preliminary precautions for use
Every time it is commissioned:
►Become familiar with the safety instructions.
►Check that all the connections are correct.
►Make sure that the leak detector is in an environment free of tracer gas.
The total weight of the parts, accessories, etc. placed in the storage box must not exceed 5 kg.
6.2 Switching the detector on
1. Connect the mains power cable.
2. Connect the sniffer probe (accessory).
3. Set the switch/circuit breaker to I.
4. For first start-up: set the language, unit, date and time (the operator can modify these settings at a
later time).
5. Wait for the detector to enter 'Measure' mode.
Control panel Sniffer probe1)
Switching on phase Display of the different stages
of powering on
● LED status
● LED bargraph
Detector ready for a
test
Main screen
'Measure' mode display
● LED status
● LED bargraph or
according to the reject
point setting
1) Coding of the LED display: see chapter “Description of the sniffer probe”.
Switching on after an extended shutdown
If the detector has been stored or has not been used, switching on time is longer than if it is in regular
use.
After a shutdown of the detector for more than 3 months, it is advisable to switch the detec-
tor on 24 hours before its use.
6.3 Shutdown the detector
1. Set the switch/circuit breaker to O.
2. Wait for the control panel screen to turn off completely before working on the product, removing
the cover and/or moving it.
3. Disconnect the mains power cable.
Pump stop due to power failure
When there is a mains power failure, the detector shuts down: it switches on again automatically when
power is restored.
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