Pfeiffer Vacuum MVP 015-4 DC User manual

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
EN
Translation of the Original
MVP 015-4 DC
Diaphragm Pump

Dear Customer,
Thank you for choosing a Pfeiffer Vacuum product. Your new diaphragm pump should
support you in your individual application with full performance and without malfunctions. The
name Pfeiffer Vacuum stands for high-quality vacuum technology, a comprehensive and
complete range of top-quality products and first-class service. From this extensive, practical
experience we have gained a large volume of information that can contribute to efficient
deployment and to your personal safety.
In the knowledge that our product must avoid consuming work output, we trust that our
product can offer you a solution that supports you in the effective and trouble-free
implementation 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.
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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 7
1.3.3 Stickers on the product 8
1.3.4 Abbreviations 8
2 Safety 10
2.1 General safety instructions 10
2.2 Safety instructions 10
2.3 Safety precautions 11
2.4 Product usage limits 12
2.5 Proper use 12
2.6 Foreseeable improper use 12
3 Product description 14
3.1 Product identification 14
3.2 Shipment 14
3.3 Function 14
4 Transportation and Storage 16
4.1 Transporting the vacuum pump 16
4.2 Storing the vacuum pump 16
5 Installation 17
5.1 Installing the vacuum pump 17
5.2 Connecting the vacuum side 17
5.3 Connecting the exhaust side 18
5.4 Grounding the vacuum pump 18
5.5 Interfaces 18
5.5.1 Voltage supply 21
5.5.2 Inputs 21
5.5.3 Outputs 21
5.5.4 RS-485 interface allocation 22
5.5.5 Cross-linked via the RS-485 connection 22
5.5.6 Connection options via interface RS-485 23
5.6 Pfeiffer Vacuum protocol for RS-485 interface 24
5.6.1 Telegram frame 24
5.6.2 Telegram description 24
5.6.3 Telegram example 1 24
5.6.4 Telegram example 2 25
5.6.5 Data types used 25
6 Operation 26
6.1 Putting the vacuum pump into operation 26
6.2 Operating modes 26
6.3 Switching on the vacuum pump 27
6.4 Operation with Pfeiffer Vacuum parameter set 27
6.4.1 General 27
6.4.2 Parameter overview 28
6.4.3 Control commands 28
6.4.4 Status requests 29
6.4.5 Reference value inputs 30
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6.4.6 Configuring the connections with the PV parameter set 30
6.4.7 Speed actuator operation 31
6.4.8 Standby mode 31
6.4.9 Normal operation 31
6.5 Operation monitoring 31
6.5.1 Operating mode display via LED 31
6.5.2 Temperature monitoring 32
6.6 Switching off the vacuum pump 32
7 Maintenance 33
7.1 Maintenance instructions 33
7.2 Checklist for inspection and maintenance 33
7.3 Replace the diaphragms and valves 34
8 Decommissioning 36
8.1 Decommissioning the vacuum pump for longer periods 36
8.2 Disposing of the vacuum pump 36
9 Errors 37
10 Service solutions from Pfeiffer Vacuum 39
11 Spare parts 41
11.1 Ordering spare parts packs 41
12 Accessories 42
13 Technical data and dimensions 43
13.1 General 43
13.2 Technical data 43
13.3 Substances in contact with the media 44
13.4 Dimensions 44
Declaration of conformity 46
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List of tables
Tbl. 1: Stickers on the product 8
Tbl. 2: Abbreviations used in this document 9
Tbl. 3: Usage limits of the vacuum pump 12
Tbl. 4: Ambient conditions for MVP 015-4 DC 17
Tbl. 5: Connection plug arrangement Simple Pump Interface D-Sub-socket, 15-pin 19
Tbl. 6: Definition of the RS-485 interface 22
Tbl. 7: Factory setting of the electronic drive unit for diaphragm pumps when deliv-
ered
26
Tbl. 8: Explanation and meaning of the parameters 28
Tbl. 9: Parameter set | Control commands 29
Tbl. 10: Parameter set | Status requests 29
Tbl. 11: Parameter set | Reference value inputs 30
Tbl. 12: Configuration with parameters [P:019] and [P:024] 30
Tbl. 13: Configuration with parameters [P:060] and [P:061] 30
Tbl. 14: Behavior and meaning of the LED of the electronic drive unit 32
Tbl. 15: Maintenance intervals for diaphragm pumps 34
Tbl. 16: Troubleshooting on diaphragm pumps 38
Tbl. 17: Spare parts packs for the MVP 015-4 DC 41
Tbl. 18: MVP 015-4 DC accessories 42
Tbl. 19: Conversion table: Pressure units 43
Tbl. 20: Conversion table: Units for gas throughput 43
Tbl. 21: Technical data MVP 015-4 DC 44
Tbl. 22: Materials that touch the process media inside the diaphragm pump 44
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List of figures
Fig. 2: Position of the labels on the product 8
Fig. 3: Rating plate MVP 015-4 DC 14
Fig. 4: Design of the MVP 015-4 DC 15
Fig. 5: Connection of the grounding cable to the MVP 015-4 18
Fig. 6: Pin assignment of the D-Sub socket, 15-pin 19
Fig. 7: Connection example: MVP 015-4 – DCU/TPS with connecting cable
PM 061 350 -T
20
Fig. 8: Connection example: MVP 015-4 – HiPace/DCU/TPS with connecting cable
PE 100 013 -T
20
Fig. 9: Networking via the RS-485 interface 23
Fig. 10: Connection options via interface RS-485 23
Fig. 11: Replacing the diaphragms and valves on the MVP 015-4 35
Fig. 12: Spare parts for the MVP 015-4 DC 41
Fig. 13: Dimension diagram of MVP 015-4 DC | standard design 44
Fig. 14: Dimension diagram of MVP 015-4 DC | pumping station design 45
List of figures
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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
Designation Document
Declaration of conformity A component of these instructions
1.1.2 Variants
These instructions apply to diaphragm pumps of the DC series:
●MVP 015-4 DC as standard version
●MVP 015-4 DC in the version for integration in a pumping station (without base plate)
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. ...
1.3.2 Pictographs
Pictographs used in the document indicate useful information.
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Note
Tip
1.3.3 Stickers on the product
This section describes all the stickers on the product along with their meaning.
TUV
C US
D-35641 Asslar
Mod.: MVP 015-4 DC
Mod.-Nr.: PK T05 _ _ _
S/N.: _ _ _ _ _ _ _
S : 0.75 m /h
Mass : 4.4 kg
n : 1800 1/min
24V DC ±10% 6.8 A
(N )
2
3
max.
Made in Germany 2016/11
Rating plate (example)
The rating plate is located on the cover of the electronics.
warranty seal
Closure seal
The 4 diaphragm heads are sealed at the factory. Damaging or removing
a closure seal results in loss of the warranty.
Warning of hot surfaces
The label warns of hot surfaces during operation or immediately after
switching off the vacuum pump.
Tbl. 1: Stickers on the product
1
2
3
Fig. 2: Position of the labels on the product
1 Rating plate of the diaphragm pump 3 Hot surface warning sign
2 Closure seal
1.3.4 Abbreviations
Abbreviation Meaning in this document
MVP Diaphragm Pump
DC Direct Current
DCU Display Control Unit (Pfeiffer Vacuum display and control unit).
DN Nominal diameter as size description
fRotation speed value of a vacuum pump (frequency, in rpm or Hz)
HPU Handheld Programming Unit. Aid for control and monitoring of pump parameters
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Abbreviation Meaning in this document
LED Illuminating diode
PE Earthed conductor (protective earth)
[P:xxx] Electronic drive unit control parameters. Printed in bold as three-digit number in
square brackets. Frequently displayed in conjunction with a short description.
Example: [P:312] software version
TTemperature (in °C), property abbreviation of the vacuum pump
TC Turbopump electronic drive unit (turbo controller)
TPS Voltage supply (turbo power supply)
Tbl. 2: Abbreviations used in this 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. As far as appli-
cable, all unit life cycle phases have been considered.
Risks during installation
DANGER
Danger to life from electric shock
When establishing the voltages that exceed the specified safety extra-low voltage (according to IEC
60449 and VDE 0100), the insulating measures will be destroyed. There is a danger to life from elec-
tric shock at the communication interfaces.
►Connect only suitable devices to the bus system.
CAUTION
Danger of injury from bursting as a result of high pressure in the exhaust line
Faulty or inadequate exhaust pipes lead to dangerous situations, e.g., increased exhaust pressure.
There is a danger of bursting. Injuries caused by flying fragments, the escaping of high pressure, and
damage to the unit cannot be excluded.
►Route the exhaust line without shut-off units.
►Observe the permissible pressures and pressure differentials for the product.
►Check the function of the exhaust line on a regular basis.
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Risks during operation
WARNING
Danger of poisoning due to toxic process media escaping from the exhaust pipe
During operation with no exhaust line, the vacuum pump allows exhaust gases and vapors to escape
freely into the air. There is a risk of injury and fatality due to poisoning in processes with toxic process
media.
►Observe the pertinent regulations for handling toxic process media.
►Safely purge toxic process media via an exhaust line.
►Use appropriate filter equipment to separate toxic process media.
CAUTION
Danger of burns on hot surfaces
Depending on the operating and ambient conditions, the surface temperature of the vacuum pump
can increase to above 70 °C.
►Provide suitable touch protection.
Risks during maintenance, decommissioning and in event of malfunctions
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.
CAUTION
Danger of injury from moving parts
After a power failure or a standstill as a result of overheating, the motor restarts automatically. There
is a risk of injury to fingers and hands if they enter the operating range of rotating parts.
►Safely disconnect motor from the mains.
►Secure the motor against reactivation.
►Dismantle the vacuum pump for inspection, away from the system if necessary.
CAUTION
Danger of burns on hot surfaces
In the event of a fault, the surface temperature of the vacuum pump can increase to above 105°C.
►Allow the vacuum pump to cool down before working on it.
►Wear personal protective equipment if necessary.
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 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.
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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 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 Europe-
an Directives before commissioning that system.
General safety precautions when handling the product
►Observe that the current supply of the vacuum pump must meet the requirements for double iso-
lation between mains input voltage and operating voltage, as per IEC 61010 and IEC 60950.
Pfeiffer Vacuum recommends that only original power supply packs are used.
Pfeiffer Vacuum guarantees compliance with the requirements of European and North American
guidelines only in this case.
–The maximum short-circuit current of the voltage source/power supply pack must not ex-
ceed 45 A
►Prevent process gases and their reaction and ancillary products that are harmful to health and the
environmental from escaping, or dispose of these according to the applicable regulations.
►Avoid contact with process gases that are harmful to health and if required, wear personal protec-
tive clothing.
►Check the media compatibility of parts carrying media.
►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.
►Recommendation: Establish a secure connection to the earthed conductor (PE); protection class
III.
►Never disconnect plug connections during operation.
►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.
►Provide suitable touch protection, if the surface temperature exceeds 70°C.
►Keep lines and cables away from hot surfaces (> 70 °C).
►Before returning the vacuum pumps, observe the notes in the chapter Service solutions. (see
chapter “Service solutions from Pfeiffer Vacuum”, page 39).
2.4 Product usage limits
Parameter MVP 015-4 DC
Ambient temperature +5 °C to +40 °C
Permissible intake temperature of medium to be pumped +5 °C to +40 °C
Tbl. 3: Usage limits of the vacuum pump
2.5 Proper use
●The vacuum pump may only be used for vacuum generation.
●It is not permissible to operate the vacuum pump with accessories not recommended by Pfeiff-
er Vacuum.
●Always observe installation, commissioning, operating, and maintenance instructions.
2.6 Foreseeable improper use
Improper use of the product invalidates all warranty and liability claims. Improper use is any, even unin-
tended, use, which is contrary to the product purpose; and in particular:
●Pumping of corrosive media
●Pumping explosive media
●Pumping corrosive, explosive, radioactive, or volatile media
●Pumping of gases that introduce an ignition source to the suction chamber
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●Pumping of gases that contain impurities such as particles, dust, or condensate
●Pumping of fluids
●Pumping FPM-solubilizing media
●Pumping vapors from combustible liquids
●Pumping pressurized media (> atmospheric pressure)
●Pumping media that can condense or cause adhering deposits to form in the suction chamber
●Use of the vacuum pump outside the specified area of application
●Using the vacuum pump below ground
●Using the vacuum pump to generate pressure
●Using the vacuum pump in systems in which sporadic loads and vibrations or periodic forces act
on the unit
●Using the vacuum pump in strong electrical, magnetic, or electromagnetic fields
●Connection to vacuum pumps or equipment which are not suitable for this purpose according to
their operating instructions
●Connection to devices with exposed live parts
●Connecting to sockets without earthing contact
●Using lubricants not specified by Pfeiffer Vacuum
●Using pipes to lift the vacuum pump
●Use of accessories or spare parts that are not listed in these instructions
●Using the vacuum pump as a climbing aid
●Using the connection lines between the diaphragm heads as carrying handles
●Using the vacuum pump in ambient conditions that do not meet the specified IP protection class
limits
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3 Product description
3.1 Product identification
To ensure unambiguous identification of the product when communicating with Pfeiffer Vacuum, always
keep all of the information on the rating plate to hand.
TUV
C US
D-35641 Asslar
Mod.: MVP 015-4 DC
Mod.-Nr.: PK T05 _ _ _
S/N.: _ _ _ _ _ _ _
S : 0.75 m /h
Mass : 4.4 kg
n : 1800 1/min
24V DC ±10% 6.8 A
(N )
2
3
max.
Made in Germany 2016/11
Fig. 3: Rating plate MVP 015-4 DC
The following information is shown on the rating plate:
●Pump model
●Model number
●Date of manufacture
3.2 Shipment
●Vacuum pump with drive
●Silencer
●Operating instructions
●Blind plug on the vacuum connection
3.3 Function
The MVP 015-4 DC series diaphragm pump is a dry compressing vacuum pump with 4 pumping stages.
The vacuum pump is a positive displacement pump with a periodic change in suction chamber size,
produced by the movement of the diaphragm. The gas flow causes the valves to open and close auto-
matically. The pump units are directly connected to the drive motor.
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1DCB
A
5
6
7
23 4
Fig. 4: Design of the MVP 015-4 DC
A Diaphragm head 1 3 Plug-in connector
B Diaphragm head 2 4 LED
C Diaphragm head 3 5 Hose connection
D Diaphragm head 4 6 Base plate
1 Exhaust with silencer 7 Grounding screw
2 Vacuum connection, 1/8'' thread
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4 Transportation and Storage
4.1 Transporting the vacuum pump
Pfeiffer Vacuum recommends keeping the transport packaging and original protective cov-
er.
In order to prevent dirt and foreign matter from entering the pump interior, it is important that the protec-
tive cap is kept on the vacuum connection during transport.
1. Unpacking the vacuum pump.
2. On the front side, reach below the two diaphragm heads and manually lift the vacuum pump out of
the transport packaging.
3. Make sure that no forces are acting on the piping system.
4.2 Storing the vacuum pump
Pfeiffer Vacuum recommends storing the products in their original transport packaging.
Procedure
1. Seal the vacuum connection with the blind plug.
2. Store the vacuum pump only in dry, dust-free rooms, within the specified ambient conditions.
3. Hermetically shrink-wrap the vacuum pump together with a drying agent in a plastic bag if the vac-
uum pump is to be stored in areas with damp or aggressive atmospheres.
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5 Installation
5.1 Installing the vacuum pump
Installation location Inside, protected against the accumulation of dust and weather
influences
Protection system, class, catego-
ry
IP 20
Installation altitude max. 2000 m above sea level
at an installation location above 1000 meters above sea level,
there is a risk of insufficient cooling.
if necessary, take measures according to Directive
DIN EN 61010.
Ambient temperature +5 °C to +40 °C
Relative air humidity 80% at T ≤ 31 °C, to max. 50% at T ≤ 40 °C
Degree of contamination 2
Excess voltage category II
Tbl. 4: Ambient conditions for MVP 015-4 DC
Notes on installing the vacuum pump
1. Place the vacuum pump on a flat, horizontal surface.
2. For stationary installation, screw the vacuum pump direct to the mounting surface if necessary.
–Dismantle the base plate for this.
3. When installing the pump in a closed housing, ensure adequate air circulation.
4. Keep the specifications on the motor rating plate visible and freely accessible.
5.2 Connecting the vacuum side
Preventing pressure losses
Using the shortest possible vacuum connection lines with large nominal diameter prevents
pressure losses.
Condensate separator
Pfeiffer Vacuum recommends the installation of a condensate separator in case vapors are
formed from moisture during evacuation.
Procedure
1. Remove the locking cap from the vacuum connection.
2. Install the connection between vacuum pump and vacuum system so that it is as short as possi-
ble.
3. Install a condensate separator upstream of the vacuum pump.
4. Connect the vacuum pump to the vacuum system using the vacuum connection.
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5.3 Connecting the exhaust side
CAUTION
Danger of injury from bursting as a result of high pressure in the exhaust line
Faulty or inadequate exhaust pipes lead to dangerous situations, e.g., increased exhaust pressure.
There is a danger of bursting. Injuries caused by flying fragments, the escaping of high pressure, and
damage to the unit cannot be excluded.
►Route the exhaust line without shut-off units.
►Observe the permissible pressures and pressure differentials for the product.
►Check the function of the exhaust line on a regular basis.
The silencer is mounted as standard. With higher gas throughput, an optional exhaust line can be
mounted.
1. Check the installed silencer for free passage.
2. Choose a minimum exhaust line cross section equal to the connection nominal diameter.
3. Depending on the pump type, use metallic hoses or PVC hoses with flange connections.
4. Route the piping downwards from the vacuum pump, to prevent condensate return.
5. Support or suspend the piping to the vacuum pump so that no piping system forces act on the
vacuum pump.
5.4 Grounding the vacuum pump
Fig. 5: Connection of the grounding cable to the MVP 015-4
1. Use a suitable grounding cable to avoid applicative interferences.
2. Route the connection in accordance with locally applicable provisions.
3. Use the designated ground terminal (M4 female thread) on the vacuum pump.
5.5 Interfaces
NOTICE
Property damage on the electronics
Separating all plug-and-socket connections within the bus system with voltage supply switched on
may lead to the destruction of electronic components.
►Always interrupt the voltage supply before disconnecting the connecting plug.
►After switching off the power supply pack, wait until the residual load has dispersed completely
before disconnecting the plug-and-socket connection.
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18
915
Fig. 6: Pin assignment of the D-Sub socket, 15-pin
Pin Function Description, factory setting
1 +24 VDC input Voltage supply for drive and interface
2 DI access request V+: Control via DIs, --> GND/open: Control unlocked
3 DI1 V+: Rotation speed setting mode, --> GND/open: no rotation speed set-
ting mode
4 DI2 Only valid for vacuum pumps with a solenoid valve; the following then ap-
plies:
V+: Release valve, --> GND/open: Valve closed
5 DI pumping station V+: Vacuum pump on, --> GND/open: Vacuum pump off
6 DI standby V+: standby, --> GND/open: no standby
7 V+ 24 V output
8 DO1 GND: Error, V+: no error
9 DO2 GND: Vacuum pump off, V+: Vacuum pump on
10 n.c.
11 n.c.
12 n.c.
13 RS-485 D+
14 RS-485 D-
15 Earth (GND) Body contact of the voltage supply; reference earth for all digital inputs
and outputs
Tbl. 5: Connection plug arrangement Simple Pump Interface D-Sub-socket, 15-pin
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DCU
MVP
TPS
Fig. 7: Connection example: MVP 015-4 – DCU/TPS with connecting cable PM 061 350 -T
DCU
HiPace
MVP
TPS
Fig. 8: Connection example: MVP 015-4 – HiPace/DCU/TPS with connecting cable
PE 100 013 -T
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