Pfeiffer Vacuum HiCube 30 Eco User manual

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
EN
Translation of the Original
HICUBE ECO
Turbo pumping stations

Dear Customer,
Thank you for choosing a Pfeiffer Vacuum product. Your new turbo pumping station is
designed to support you by its performance, its perfect operation and without interfering your
individual application. The name Pfeiffer Vacuum stands for high-quality vacuum technology,
a comprehensive and complete range of top-quality products and first-class service. With this
expertise, we have acquired a multitude of skills contributing to an efficient and secure
implementation of our product.
Knowing that our product must not interfere with your actual work, we are convinced that our
product offers you the solution that supports you in the effective and trouble-free execution of
your individual application.
Please read these operating instructions before putting your product into operation for the
first time. If you have any questions or suggestions, please feel free to contact info@pfeiffer-
vacuum.de.
Further operating instructions from Pfeiffer Vacuum can be found in the Download Center on
our website.
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.
Copyright
This document is the intellectual property of Pfeiffer Vacuum and all contents of this
document are protected by copyright. They may not be copied, altered, reproduced or
published without the prior written permission of Pfeiffer Vacuum.
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 7
1.1 Validity 7
1.1.1 Applicable documents 7
1.1.2 Variants 7
1.2 Target group 7
1.3 Conventions 7
1.3.1 Instructions in the text 7
1.3.2 Pictographs 8
1.3.3 Stickers on the product 8
1.3.4 Abbreviations 9
2 Safety 10
2.1 General safety instructions 10
2.2 Safety instructions 10
2.3 Safety precautions 13
2.4 Limits of use of the product 13
2.5 Proper use 14
2.6 Foreseeable improper use 14
3 Product description 15
3.1 Identifying the product 15
3.2 Scope of delivery 16
3.3 Function 16
3.3.1 Control interface 16
3.3.2 Drive 17
3.3.3 Cooling 17
4 Transportation and Storage 18
4.1 Transporting the pumping station 18
4.2 Transport protection 18
4.3 Storing the pumping station 19
5 Installation 20
5.1 Preparing for set-up 20
5.2 Setting up the pumping station 20
5.3 Anchoring pumping station 20
5.4 Connecting the high vacuum side 21
5.4.1 Designing the counter flange 21
5.4.2 Using accessories for the high vacuum connection 22
5.4.3 Connecting the turbopump externally 23
5.4.4 Installation of ISO-KF flange 23
5.4.5 Attaching ISO-K flange onto ISO-K 24
5.4.6 Installation of ISO-K flange onto ISO-F 24
5.4.7 Fastening CF flange to CF-F 26
5.5 Connecting the exhaust side 27
5.6 Modifying the DCU for remote operation 28
5.7 Connecting accessories for the pumping station 29
5.8 Removing transport lock 29
5.9 Grounding the pumping station 30
5.10 Establishing the mains connection 30
6 Operation 32
6.1 Commissioning 32
6.2 Switching on the turbo pumping station 33
6.3 Normal operation 33
6.4 Operation with gas ballast (applies to MVP 015-2 only) 33
6.5 Operation monitoring 35
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6.5.1 Operating mode display via LED 35
6.5.2 Temperature monitoring 35
6.6 Switching off and venting 35
6.6.1 Shutting down the turbo pumping station 35
6.6.2 Venting 36
7 Maintenance 37
7.1 General maintenance information 37
7.2 Maintenance intervals and responsibilities 37
7.3 Replacing mains fuses 37
7.4 Removing components for maintenance 38
7.4.1 Removing the electrical connections 39
7.4.2 Dismantling the turbopump from the pumping station 39
8 Decommissioning 41
8.1 Shutting down for longer periods 41
8.2 Recommissioning 41
8.3 Disposing of the vacuum pump 41
9 Malfunctions 42
9.1 General 42
9.2 Troubleshooting 42
9.3 Error codes 43
10 Service solutions from Pfeiffer Vacuum 47
11 Accessories 49
12 Technical data and dimensions 50
12.1 General 50
12.2 Technical data 50
12.3 Dimensioned drawings 55
Declaration of Conformity 58
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List of tables
Tbl. 1: Stickers on the product...............................................................................................8
Tbl. 2: Abbreviations used in the document.......................................................................... 9
Tbl. 3: Limits of use for turbopump stations.........................................................................14
Tbl. 4: Pumping station component combination options....................................................16
Tbl. 5: Requirements for on-site high vacuum connection.................................................. 22
Tbl. 6: Changing pumping speed with splinter shield or protective screen..........................22
Tbl. 7: Factory setting of key parameters on delivery..........................................................33
Tbl. 8: Description of the key functions of the DCU.............................................................33
Tbl. 9: LED display and meaning at the DCU......................................................................35
Tbl. 10: Factory settings for delayed venting of turbopumps.................................................36
Tbl. 11: Preset accessory connections..................................................................................38
Tbl. 12: Troubleshooting........................................................................................................43
Tbl. 13: Warning and error messages when using the DCU................................................. 43
Tbl. 14: Error and warning messages for turbopump electronic drive unit............................ 45
Tbl. 15: Error and warning messages for MVP 015 diaphragm pump electronic drive unit...46
Tbl. 16: Conversion table: Pressure units..............................................................................50
Tbl. 17: Conversion table: Units for gas throughput.............................................................. 50
Tbl. 18: Technical data HiCube 30 Eco, DN 40 ISO-KF........................................................51
Tbl. 19: Technical data HiCube 30 Eco, DN 63 CF-F............................................................51
Tbl. 20: Technical data HiCube 30 Eco, DN 63 ISO-K.......................................................... 52
Tbl. 21: Technical data HiCube 80 Eco, DN 40 ISO-KF........................................................52
Tbl. 22: Technical data HiCube 80 Eco, DN 63 CF-F............................................................53
Tbl. 23: Technical data HiCube 80 Eco, DN 63 ISO-K.......................................................... 53
Tbl. 24: Technical data HiCube 300 Eco, DN 100 CF-F........................................................54
Tbl. 25: Technical data HiCube 300 Eco, DN 100 ISO-K...................................................... 55
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List of figures
Fig. 1: Position of the labels on the product.......................................................................... 9
Fig. 2: Overview: Turbo and backing pump combinations...................................................15
Fig. 3: Example combinations product overview................................................................. 16
Fig. 4: DCU control panel.................................................................................................... 17
Fig. 5: Transporting the turbo pumping station manually.................................................... 18
Fig. 6: Secure HiCube 300 Eco with lashing straps............................................................ 21
Fig. 7: Flange connection ISO-KF to ISO-KF...................................................................... 23
Fig. 8: Flange connection ISO-K to ISO-F, bracket screws.................................................24
Fig. 9: Flange connection CF-F, hexagon head screw and through hole............................26
Fig. 10: Flange connection CF-F, stud screw and tapped hole............................................. 26
Fig. 11: Flange connection CF-F, stud screw and through hole............................................27
Fig. 12: Example backing pump exhaust connection............................................................ 27
Fig. 13: Remove DCU from pumping station.........................................................................28
Fig. 14: DCU connection as remote control...........................................................................29
Fig. 15: Backing pump transport lock.................................................................................... 30
Fig. 16: Example: Connecting the grounding cable...............................................................30
Fig. 17: Power supply connector and master switch on HiCube Eco.................................... 31
Fig. 18: Example: DCU display for second parameter set.....................................................34
Fig. 19: Replace main fuses..................................................................................................38
Fig. 20: Electrical connections...............................................................................................39
Fig. 21: Dismantling the turbopump.......................................................................................39
Fig. 22: Dimensions of HiCube 30 Eco, DN 40 ISO-KF........................................................ 55
Fig. 23: Dimensions of HiCube 30 Eco, DN 63 CF-F............................................................ 56
Fig. 24: Dimensions of HiCube 30 Eco, DN 63 ISO-K...........................................................56
Fig. 25: Dimensions of HiCube 80 Eco, DN 40 ISO-KF........................................................ 56
Fig. 26: Dimensions of HiCube 80 Eco, DN 63 CF-F............................................................ 56
Fig. 27: Dimensions of HiCube 80 Eco, DN 63 ISO-K...........................................................57
Fig. 28: Dimensions of HiCube 300 Eco, DN 100 CF-F........................................................ 57
Fig. 29: Dimensions of HiCube 300 Eco, DN 100 ISO-K.......................................................57
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1 About this manual
IMPORTANT
Read carefully before use.
Keep the manual for future consultation.
1.1 Validity
These operating instructions are for customers of Pfeiffer Vacuum. They describe the function of the
designated product and provide the most important information for safe usage of the product. The de-
scriptions comply with applicable directives. All information provided in these operating instructions refer
to the current development status of the product. The documentation remains valid as long as the cus-
tomer does not modify the product in any way.
1.1.1 Applicable documents
HiCube Eco Operating instructions
Declaration of conformity A component of these instructions
Operating instructions for the individual components see product description
1.1.2 Variants
This manual applies to HiCube Eco ling turbopump stations:
●HiCube 30 Eco
●HiCube 80 Eco
●HiCube 300 Eco
1.2 Target group
This operating instructions are aimed at all persons performing the following activities on the product:
●transport,
●setup (installation),
●usage and operation,
●decommissioning,
●maintenance and cleaning,
●storage or disposal.
The work described in this document is only permitted to be performed by persons with the appropriate
technical qualifications (expert personnel) or who have received the relevant training from Pfeiffer Vac-
uum.
1.3 Conventions
1.3.1 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. ...
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1.3.2 Pictographs
Pictographs used in the document indicate useful information.
Note
Tip
1.3.3 Stickers on the product
This section describes all the stickers on the product along with their meaning.
CUS
TÜV Rheinland
Fuse
S/N
Mod.
HiCube 80 Eco
PM S74 100 00
- - - - - - - -
P/N
Input
Mass
D-35614 Asslar
Made in Germany 2018/06
T 2 A H 250 VAC
100-240 V +/-10 % 2.00 A 50/60 Hz
12.5 kg
Rating plate
The rating plate is located on the back of the pumping station
housing.
VOR INBETRIEBNAHME
TRANSPORTSICHERUNG LÖSEN
BEFORE USE UNFASTEN THE
TRANSPORT PROTECTION
Transport protection
This sticker indicates that the backing pump transport lock
must be released prior to commissioning.
warranty seal
Closure seal
The product is sealed ex-factory. Damaging or removing a clo-
sure seal results in loss of the warranty.
Protection class
The sticker describes protection class 1 for the product. The
positioning indicates the position for the ground connection.
Electrical voltage warning
The sticker warns of the risk of electric shock when working
with the housing open.
Mandatory: disconnect mains plug
The sticker indicates that the mains plug is to be disconnected
from the device prior to installation and maintenance work.
Tbl. 1: Stickers on the product
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1 2,3 4
5
6
7
Fig. 1: Position of the labels on the product
1 Transport lock sticker 5 Transport lock sticker
2 Closure seal (vacuum pump) 6 Rating plate
3 Ground connection sticker (vacuum pump) 7 Mandatory disconnect mains plug sign
4 Electrical voltage (power supply pack) warning sign
1.3.4 Abbreviations
Abbreviation Meaning in the document
CF flange: Metal-sealed connector conforming to ISO 3669
dMeasurement of the diameter (in mm)
DCU Display Control Unit (display and control unit from Pfeiffer Vacuum).
DN Nominal diameter as size description
fMeasurement of the rotation speed of a vacuum pump (frequency, in rpm or Hz)
HV High vacuum flange, high vacuum side
ISO flange: Connector conforming to ISO 1609 and ISO 2861
LC Display: Liquid crystal display (LCD)
LED Light-emitting diode
MVP Diaphragm vacuum pump
PE Earthed conductor (protective earth)
[P:xxx] Control parameters of the electronic drive unit. Printed in bold as a three-digit num-
ber in square brackets. Frequently displayed in combination with a short designation.
Example: [P:312] Software version
TTemperature (in °C)
TC Turbopump electronic drive unit (turbo controller)
TPS Power supply (turbo power supply)
X3 15-pole D-Sub connecting socket on the electronic drive unit of the turbopump
Tbl. 2: Abbreviations used in the document
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2 Safety
2.1 General safety instructions
This document includes the following four risk levels and one information level.
DANGER
Imminent danger
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
►Instructions on avoiding the hazardous situation
WARNING
Possibly imminent danger
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
►Instructions on avoiding the hazardous situation
CAUTION
Possibly imminent danger
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
►Instructions on avoiding the hazardous situation
NOTICE
Danger of property damage
Notice is used to address practices not related to physical injury.
►Instructions on avoiding property damage
Notes, tips or examples indicate important information on the product or on this
document.
2.2 Safety instructions
All safety instructions in this document are based on the results of the risk assessment carried out in
accordance with Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC Annex I and EN ISO 12100 Section 5. Where applica-
ble, all life cycle phases of the product were taken into account.
Risks during transport
WARNING
Danger of serious injury due to falling objects
Due to falling objects there is a risk of injuries to limbs through to broken bones.
►Take particular care and pay special attention when transporting products manually.
►Do not stack the products.
►Wear protective equipment, e.g. safety shoes.
Risks during installation
WARNING
Danger to life from electric shock in the event of a fault
In the event of a fault, devices connected to the mains may be live. There is a danger to life from
electric shock when making contact with live components.
►Always keep the mains connection freely accessible so you can disconnect it at any time.
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WARNING
Danger to life from electric shock due to improperly performed installation
The device uses voltage that is dangerous on contact as the electrical power supply. Potentially fatal
situations arise due to unsafe or incorrectly installation when reaching into the device.
►Ensure that the system is safely integrated into an emergency off safety circuit.
►Do not carry out any unauthorized modifications or changes to the device.
WARNING
Risk of cuts on moving, sharp-edged parts when reaching into the open high vacuum flange
With the high vacuum flange open, access to sharp-edged parts is possible. A manual rotation of the
rotor increases the danger situation. There is the risk of cuts, up to the separation of body parts (e.g.
fingertips). There is a risk of hair and loose clothing being drawn in. Objects falling in destroy the tur-
bopump during subsequent operation.
►Only remove the original protective covers immediately prior to connecting the high vacuum
flange.
►Do not reach into the high vacuum connection.
►Wear protective gloves during installation.
►Do not start the turbopump with open vacuum connections.
►Always carry out the mechanical installation before electrical connection.
►Prevent access to the high vacuum connection of the turbopump from the operator side (e.g.
open vacuum chamber).
WARNING
Risk of injury caused by the turbopump breaking away with the vibration compensator in the
event of a malfunction
Sudden jamming of the rotor generates high destructive torques in accordance with ISO 27892.
When using a vibration compensator, this will probably lead to the turbopump being sheared off in
use. The energy that this would release could throw the entire turbopump or shattered pieces from its
interior through the surrounding space. Potentially dangerous gases can escape. There is a risk of
very serious injuries, including death, and extensive property damage.
►Take suitable safety precautions on-site for the compensation of the occurring torques.
►Before installing a vibration compensator, you must first of all contact Pfeiffer Vacuum.
CAUTION
Risk of injury from bursting due to high pressure in the exhaust line
Faulty or insufficient exhaust lines cause hazardous situations, e.g. increase in exhaust pressure.
There is a risk of bursting. It is not possible to rule out the risk of injuries due to broken pieces flying
around, high escaping pressure and damage to the equipment.
►Lay the exhaust line without shut-off units.
►Observe the permissible pressures and pressure differentials of the product.
►Check the exhaust line regularly for correct function.
Risks during operation
WARNING
Danger of death from poisoning due to toxic gases being expelled without an exhaust line
Exhaust gases and vapors are released from the turbo pumping station unhindered during normal us-
age. In the case of processes with toxic media, there is a risk of injury and danger of death due to
poisoning.
►Note the corresponding regulations for handling toxic substances.
►Toxic process gases should be safely conveyed away via an exhaust line.
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CAUTION
Risk of injury from bursting due to high pressure in the exhaust line
Faulty or insufficient exhaust lines cause hazardous situations, e.g. increase in exhaust pressure.
There is a risk of bursting. It is not possible to rule out the risk of injuries due to broken pieces flying
around, high escaping pressure and damage to the equipment.
►Lay the exhaust line without shut-off units.
►Observe the permissible pressures and pressure differentials of the product.
►Check the exhaust line regularly for correct function.
Risks during maintenance
WARNING
Danger to life from electric shock during maintenance and service work
The device is only completely de-energized when the mains plug has been disconnected and the tur-
bopump is at a standstill. There is a danger to life from electric shock when making contact with live
components.
►Before performing all work, switch off the main switch.
►Wait until the turbopump comes to a standstill (rotation speed =0).
►Remove the mains plug from the device.
►Secure the device against unintentional restarting.
WARNING
Health hazard through poisoning from toxic contaminated components or devices
Toxic process media result in contamination of devices or parts of them. During maintenance work,
there is a risk to health from contact with these poisonous substances. Illegal disposal of toxic sub-
stances causes environmental damage.
►Take suitable safety precautions and prevent health hazards or environmental pollution by toxic
process media.
►Decontaminate affected parts before carrying out maintenance work.
►Wear protective equipment.
Risks during disposal
WARNING
Health hazard through poisoning from toxic contaminated components or devices
Toxic process media result in contamination of devices or parts of them. During maintenance work,
there is a risk to health from contact with these poisonous substances. Illegal disposal of toxic sub-
stances causes environmental damage.
►Take suitable safety precautions and prevent health hazards or environmental pollution by toxic
process media.
►Decontaminate affected parts before carrying out maintenance work.
►Wear protective equipment.
Risks in the event of malfunctions
WARNING
Danger to life from the turbopump breaking away in the event of a fault
Sudden blocking of the rotor generates high destructive torques in accordance with ISO 27892. If the
turbopump is not properly secured, it will tear off. The energy released in this way can propel the en-
tire turbopump or shattered pieces from its interior through the surrounding area. Potentially danger-
ous gases may escape. There is a risk of serious injury, potentially even fatal, and significant equip-
ment damage.
►Follow the installation instructions for this turbopump.
►Observe the requirements regarding stability and design of the counter flange.
►Use only original accessories or fixing material approved by Pfeiffer Vacuum for the installation.
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WARNING
Risk of injury caused by the turbopump breaking away with the vibration compensator in the
event of a malfunction
Sudden jamming of the rotor generates high destructive torques in accordance with ISO 27892.
When using a vibration compensator, this will probably lead to the turbopump being sheared off in
use. The energy that this would release could throw the entire turbopump or shattered pieces from its
interior through the surrounding space. Potentially dangerous gases can escape. There is a risk of
very serious injuries, including death, and extensive property damage.
►Take suitable safety precautions on-site for the compensation of the occurring torques.
►Before installing a vibration compensator, you must first of all contact Pfeiffer Vacuum.
2.3 Safety precautions
Duty to provide information on potential dangers
The product holder or user is obliged to make all operating personnel aware of dan-
gers 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 docu-
ment.
Infringement of conformity due to modifications to the product
The Declaration of Conformity from the manufacturer is no longer valid if the opera-
tor changes the original product or installs additional equipment.
●Following installation into a system, the operator is required to check and re-
evaluate as necessary the conformity of the overall system in the context of the
relevant european Directives before commissioning that system.
General safety precautions when handling the product
►Observe all applicable safety and accident prevention regulations.
►Check that all safety measures are observed at regular intervals.
►Do not expose body parts to the vacuum.
►Always ensure a secure connection to the earthed conductor (PE).
►Never disconnect plug connections during operation.
►Observe the above shutdown procedures.
►Before working on the high vacuum connection, wait until the rotor has stopped completely (rota-
tion speed f = 0).
►Never put the device into operation with the high vacuum connection open.
►Keep lines and cables away from hot surfaces (> 70°C).
►Never fill or operate the unit with cleaning agents or cleaning agent residues.
►Do not carry out your own conversions or modifications on the unit.
►Observe the unit protection class prior to installation or operation in other environments.
2.4 Limits of use of the product
Parameter Limit value
Installation location weatherproof (internal space)
Air pressure 750 hPa to 1060 hPa
Installation altitude max. 2000 m
Rel. air humidity max. 80%, at T < 31 °C
up to max. 50% at T < 40 °C
Protection class I
Excess voltage category II
Permissible protection class IP20
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Parameter Limit value
Degree of contamination 2
Ambient temperature 5°C to 35°C with air cooling
5°C to 40°C with water cooling
Permissible surrounding magnetic field depending on turbopump used
Maximum irradiated thermal output depending on turbopump used
Maximum permissible rotor temperature of the turbopump 90 °C
Tbl. 3: Limits of use for turbopump stations
Notes on ambient conditions
The specified permissible ambient temperatures apply to operation of the turbo-
pump at maximum permissible backing pressure or at maximum gas throughput,
depending on the cooling type. The turbopump is intrinsically safe thanks to redun-
dant temperature monitoring.
●The reduction in backing pressure or gas throughput permits operation of the
turbopump at higher ambient temperatures as well.
●If the maximum permissible operating temperature of the turbopump is exceed-
ed, the electronic drive unit first reduces the drive output and switches it off
where necessary.
2.5 Proper use
●The turbo pumping station is only used to generate the vacuum.
●The turbo pumping station is only used to extract dry and inert gases.
●The turbo pumping station is only intended for use in enclosed interior spaces.
●The turbo pumping station is intended for use as a table-top unit.
2.6 Foreseeable improper use
Improper use of the product invalidates all warranty and liability claims. Any use that is counter to the
purpose of the product, whether intentional or unintentional, is regarded as misuse, in particular:
●Establishing the voltage supply without correct installation
●Installation with non-specified fastening material
●Pumping explosive media
●Pumping of corrosive media
●Pumping of condensing vapors
●Pumping of fluids
●Pumping of dust
●Operation with impermissible high gas throughput
●Operation with impermissible high fore-vacuum pressure
●Operation with excessively high irradiated heat output
●Operation in impermissible high magnetic fields
●Operation in an incorrect gas mode
●Venting with impermissible high venting rates
●Use for pressure generation
●Use in areas with ionizing radiation
●Operation in explosion-hazard areas
●Use in systems in which sporadic loads and vibrations or periodic forces act on the device
●The causing of hazardous operating conditions by a presetting on the electronic drive unit that is
contrary to the process
●Use of accessories or spare parts that are not listed in these instructions
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3 Product description
3.1 Identifying the product
►To ensure clear identification of the product when communicating with Pfeiffer Vacuum, always
keep all of the information on the rating plate to hand.
►Learn about certifications through test seals on the product or at www.tuvdotcom.com with com-
pany ID no. 000021320.
HiPace 300 HiPace 80 HiPace 30
MVP 030-3MVP 015-4MVP 015-2
Fig. 2: Overview: Turbo and backing pump combinations
Feature HiCube Eco Operating in-
structions
HV flange size DN 40/DN 63 DN 100
Turbopump
HiPace 30 PT 0510 BN
HiPace 80 PT 0208 BN
HiPace 300 PT 0202 BN
HiPace 300 H PT 0509 BN
Electronic drive
unit
TC 110 TC 110 TC 110 PT 0204 BN
Diaphragm
Pump
MVP 015‑2
MVP 015‑4
MVP 030‑3
MVP 015‑2
MVP 015‑4
MVP 030‑3
(MVP 015‑2)
MVP 015‑4
MVP 030‑3
PU 0070 BN
PU 0070 BN
PU 0065 BN
Current supply TPS onboard,
24 V DC
TPS onboard,
24 V DC
TPS onboard,
24 V DC
Control unit DCU 002 DCU 002 DCU 002 PT 0250 BN
Air cooling yes yes yes PT 0500 BN
Venting valve optional optional optional PT 0228 BN
Housing heater
1)
not available Optional, with CF
flange only
Optional, with CF
flange only
PT 0233 BN
1) Water cooling required
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Tbl. 4: Pumping station component combination options
3.2 Scope of delivery
●HiCube Eco turbo pumping station
●Protective cover for the high vacuum flange
●Extension cable M12 on M12, 3 m
●Power supply cable, country-specific
●Operating instructions for the turbo pumping station and individual components
3.3 Function
Turbo pumping stations are fully automatic pump units ready for connection. A turbo pumping station
consists of a portable or mobile vacuum pump unit, with a turbopump and a specially matched backing
pump.
1 2
3
4
5
6
7
89
10
11
12
13
14
15
Fig. 3: Example combinations product overview
1 Housing 9 DCU 002 display and control unit
2 HiPace 80 turbopump, DN 63 ISO-K 10 Attachment hooks (HiCube 300 Eco only)
3 Electronic drive unit TC 110 11 Transport protection
4 Connection cable 12 MVP 030-3 diaphragm pump backing pump
5 Ground terminal 13 Recessed handle
6 MVP 015-2 diaphragm pump backing pump 14 HiPace 300 turbopump, DN 100 CF-F
7 Master switch 15 Air cooling
8 Mains supply plug
3.3.1 Control interface
The integrated DCU 002 display and control unit serves to control and monitor the turbo pumping sta-
tion. The DCU is optionally used as a remote control when removing the housing and using an exten-
sion cable.
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DCU
1
2
3
4
Fig. 4: DCU control panel
1 LC display, illuminated 3 LED operating display
2 Status icons 4 Control keys
3.3.2 Drive
●Electronic drive unit of the turbopump
●Electronic drive unit of the backing pump
3.3.3 Cooling
●Air cooling
●Water cooling (optional)
At excessively high temperatures, the electronic drive unit automatically reduces the drive power.
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4 Transportation and Storage
4.1 Transporting the pumping station
WARNING
Danger of serious injury due to falling objects
Due to falling objects there is a risk of injuries to limbs through to broken bones.
►Take particular care and pay special attention when transporting products manually.
►Do not stack the products.
►Wear protective equipment, e.g. safety shoes.
Packing
We recommend keeping the transport packaging and original protective cover.
Instructions for safe transport
►Observe the weight specified on packaging.
–Use a transport aid if necessary (trolley, lift truck).
►Transport the product in its original packaging.
►Always move the product upright, and over the flattest possible surface.
►Always place the product on an adequately sized, level surface.
1
3
2
Fig. 5: Transporting the turbo pumping station manually
1 Protective cover 3 Footprint
2 Recessed handle
Instructions for safe transport without packaging
For transport without packaging, HiCube Eco turbo pumping stations are equipped with recessed han-
dles on the side of the housing frame.
1. Observe weight specified on the rating plate.
2. Lift the turbo pumping station with your hands on the two recessed handles.
3. Always transport the turbo pumping station upright, with its standing surface downwards.
4. Always place turbo pumping station securely on an adequately sized, level surface.
4.2 Transport protection
Backing pumps in HiCube line turbo pumping stations are secured against damage during transport.
Handling the transport lock
1. Release the bucking pump transport lock, only directly prior to commissioning at the installation
location.
2. Observe the installation instructions (see chapter “Removing transport lock”, page 29).
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4.3 Storing the pumping station
Packing
We recommend storing the product in its original packaging.
1. Close all flange openings with the original protective caps.
2. Close all other connections (e.g. exhaust) with the corresponding protective caps.
3. Only store the turbo pumping station within the specified limits.
4. In rooms with humid or aggressive atmospheres: Hermetically seal the turbo pumping station, to-
gether with a drying agent, in a plastic bag.
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5 Installation
The installation of the turbopump and its fastening is of outstanding importance. The rotor of the turbo-
pump revolves at very high speed. In practice it is not possible to exclude the risk of the rotor touching
the stator (e.g. due to the penetration of foreign bodies into the high vacuum connection). The kinetic
energy released acts on the housing and on the anchoring of the turbopump within fractions of a sec-
ond.
Comprehensive tests and calculations conforming to ISO 27892 confirm the safety of the turbopump
both against crashes (destruction of the rotor blade) and against bursting (breakage of the rotor shaft).
The experimental and theoretical results are expressed in safety measures and recommendations for
the correct and safe fastening of the turbopump.
5.1 Preparing for set-up
WARNING
Danger to life from electric shock in the event of a fault
In the event of a fault, devices connected to the mains may be live. There is a danger to life from
electric shock when making contact with live components.
►Always keep the mains connection freely accessible so you can disconnect it at any time.
General notes for the installation of vacuum components
►Choose an installation location that permits access to the product and to supply lines at all times.
►Observe the ambient conditions given for the area of use.
►Provide the highest possible level of cleanliness during assembly.
►Ensure that flange components during installation are grease-free, dust-free and dry.
5.2 Setting up the pumping station
WARNING
Risk of cuts on moving, sharp-edged parts when reaching into the open high vacuum flange
With the high vacuum flange open, access to sharp-edged parts is possible. A manual rotation of the
rotor increases the danger situation. There is the risk of cuts, up to the separation of body parts (e.g.
fingertips). There is a risk of hair and loose clothing being drawn in. Objects falling in destroy the tur-
bopump during subsequent operation.
►Only remove the original protective covers immediately prior to connecting the high vacuum
flange.
►Do not reach into the high vacuum connection.
►Wear protective gloves during installation.
►Do not start the turbopump with open vacuum connections.
►Always carry out the mechanical installation before electrical connection.
►Prevent access to the high vacuum connection of the turbopump from the operator side (e.g.
open vacuum chamber).
Procedure
1. Maintain a minimum distance of 50 cm to lateral boundaries or adjacent devices.
2. Maintain a minimum distance of 10 cm to exposed table edges.
3. Make sure that there are sufficient cooling options for the pumping station.
4. Install suitable shielding if the surrounding magnetic fields exceed the permissible levels.
5. If you use housing heating and water cooling, make sure that the temperature at the vacuum
chamber connection flange does not exceed 120 °C.
6. Install suitable shielding so that the irradiated thermal output does not exceed the permissible val-
ues when high temperatures occur due to the process.
5.3 Anchoring pumping station
(applies to HiCube 300 Eco only)
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