vacuubrand BVC control User manual

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BVC basic
BVC basic G
Instructions for use
Technology for Vacuum Systems
BioChem-VacuuCenter

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Contact your local dealer or call [phone].
Trademark index:
VACUU•LAN® (US-Reg.No 3,704,401), VACUU•BUS®, VACUU•CONTROL®,
Peltronic®, VARIO® (US-Reg.No 3,833,788), VACUUBRAND®(US-Reg.
No 3,733,388) and also the shown company logos are trademarks of
VACUUBRAND GMBH + CO KG in Germany and/or other countries.

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Contents
Safety information!............................................................. 4
Important information! ......................................................................... 4
General information............................................................................. 6
Intended use........................................................................................ 6
Setting up and installing the system.................................................... 7
Ambient conditions.............................................................................. 7
Operation conditions ........................................................................... 8
Safety during operation ....................................................................... 8
Maintenance and repair......................................................................11
Technical data................................................................... 12
Wetted parts ..................................................................................... 13
System parts .................................................................................... 14
Use and operation ............................................................ 16
First steps: Installation...................................................................... 16
During operation............................................................................... 17
Filtration............................................................................................ 18
Filter and collecting bottle................................................................. 19
Cleaning and decontaminating ....................................... 21
Assembling of components ............................................ 24
Replacing the lter............................................................................ 24
Assembling a second VHCpro connection set ................................... 25
Assembling quick coupling bottle - pump unit ................................. 26
Quick coupling sets .......................................................................... 27
Accessories - spare parts................................................ 28
Troubleshooting ............................................................... 30
Repair - Maintenance - Return - Calibration................... 31
EC Declaration of Conformity of the Machinery ........... 34

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Safety information!
Important information!
+ Keep this manual complete and accessible to per-
sonnel at all times!
+ Read this manual carefully before installing or op-
erating the equipment. Observe the instructions
contained in this manual.
+ Do not modify the equipment without authorization.
This manual is an integral part of the equipment de-
scribed therein. It describes the safe and proper use
of the vacuum pump.
Make operating personnel aware of dangers arising
from the pump and the pumped substances.
VACUUBRAND disclaims any liability for inappropri-
ate use of these pumps and for damage from failure
to follow instructions contained in this manual.
This manual is only to be used and distributed in its com-
plete and original form. It is strictly the users’ responsibility
to check carefully the applicability of the guidance in this
manual with respect to his product.
Manual-no.: 999263/ 04/15/2016
The following signal word panels and safety
symbols are used throughout this manual:
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to po-
tential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages
that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury and death.
NOTICE

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➨ DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
+ WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
• CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE is used to address practices not related to per-
sonal injury.
NOTICE
Formatting used in this manual:
Note: The signal word panels in all sections of this manual always refer
to all paragraphs of the same format (➨ / + / • / plain text) following each
signal word panel.
The document ”Safety information for vacuum equipment” is
part of this manual! Read the ”Safety information for vacuum
equipment” and observe the instructions contained therein!

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General information
+Read and comply with this manual before installing
or operating the equipment.
+Before operating the equipment read and comply
with the section ”Cleaning and decontamination”!
Remove all packing material, remove the product from its
packing-box, remove the protective covers from the inlet
and outlet ports and keep, inspect the equipment.
If the equipment is damaged, notify the supplier and the
carrier in writing within three days; state the item num-
ber of the product together with the order number and the
supplier’s invoice number. Retain all packing material for
inspection.
Do not use the equipment if it is damaged.
Intended use
+ The system and all system parts are not to be used on
humans or animals.
+ Prevent any part of the human body from coming in
contact with the vacuum.
+ Comply with notes on correct vacuum and electrical
connections, see section ”Use and operation”.
+The systems are designed for ambient temperatures
during operation between +10°C and +40°C. Check the
maximum temperatures.
Ensure that the equipment and all components are suit-
able for the intended application. Use the system only
for aspiration of liquids and for ltration.
NOTICE
NOTICE

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Setting up and installing the system
•Comply with maximum permissible pressures and
pressure differences; see section ”Technical data”. Do
not operate the pumping unit with overpressure at the
inlet or outlet.
Provide a rm level platform for the equipment. Ensure a
stable position of the equipment. Ensure that hose con- Ensure that hose con-
nections are mechanically stable.
Connect the BVC basic and BVC basic G to a suitable
vacuum supply (vacuum pump, local vacuum network
VACUU•LAN®).
The diameter of the an outlet tubing should be at the least
as large as the diameter of the pump connections.
Comply with all applicable and relevant safety require-
ments (regulations and guidelines), implement the re-
quired actions and adopt suitable safety measures.
Ambient conditions
+ Pay attention to the permissible maximum ambient
temperatures (see ”Technical data”).
To the best of our knowledge the equipment is in com-
pliance with the requirements of the applicable EC-direc-
tives and harmonized standards (see ”Declaration of con-
formity”) with regard to design, type and model, especially
directive DIN EN 61010-1. This directive gives, in detail,
conditions, under which the equipment can be operated
safely (see also IP degree of protection).
NOTICE
NOTICE

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Operation conditions
➨The devices have no approval for operation in or
for pumping of potentially explosive atmospheres.
➨ The devices are not suitable to pump:
- unstable substances and substances which react
explosively under impact (mechanical stress) and/
or when being exposed to elevated temperatures
without air,
-self inammable substances,
- substances which are inammable without air and
- explosive substance
➨The devices have no approval for operation below
ground.
+The devices are not suitable for suction of dust.
• Take into consideration interactions and chemical
reactions of used media.
Ensure that the materials of the wetted parts are com-
patible with the pumped substances, see section ”Tech-
nical data”.
Safety during operation
➨ Avoid interactions of the media in the collection bottle
absolutely.
Comply with material safety data sheets and notes on
safe use of the manufacturer.
Do not mix incompatible disinfectants and/or in-
compatible reagents / solvents as well as unknown
substances.

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➨ Adopt suitable measures to prevent the release of dan-
gerous, toxic, explosive, corrosive, noxious or polluting
uids, vapors and gases. In such cases, install an ap-
propriate collecting and disposal system and take pro-
tective action for pump and environment.
➨ If the equipment is used in combination with hazardous
materials (e. g., in medical-microbiological labora-
tories) check all relevant safety and health require-
ments and determine the applicability of regulatory
limitations prior to use if necessary.
Incompatible chemicals and
agents
Possible results of mixing with
sodium hypochlorite (chlorine
bleach)
Acids or acidic compounds
(e. g. hydrochloric acid,
aluminium chloride)
Release of chlorine gas
Ammonia containing compounds
(e. g. ammonium hydroxide,
quarternary ammonium salts)
Formation of explosive compounds,
release of chlorine gas and other
hazardous gases
Organic chemicals
(e. g. solvents, polymers,
amines, oils)
Formation of chlorinated organics,
release of chlorine gas and other
hazardous gases
Metals (e. g. copper, iron)
Hydrogen peroxide
Release of oxygen, overpressure,
rupture of a closed system
Reducing agents
(e. g. sodium thiosulfate)
Production of heat, boiling
Guanidine salts
(e. g. guanidine hydrochloride,
guanidine thiocyanate)
Release of toxic gases, e. g. chlo-
rine, chloramine, hydrogen cyanide
For example sodium hypochlorite (chlorine bleach)
➨ Avoid the formation of dangerous reactions / gases in
the BVC, especially in the collection bottle. If this is im-
possible dispose of dangerous gases at the outlet of
the pump appropriately.

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➨ Use appropriate safety work materials and methods if
necessary, e. g., steam sterilization, sterilization indica-
tors or germicides. For notes concerning the steriliza-
tion of wetted parts, see the “Technical Data” section
and “Cleaning and decontaminating”. It is the user´s
responsibility to ensure effective sterilization.
+ Check the collecting bottle regularly for cracks. Do nev-
er use a collecting bottle with cracks nor expose it to
vacuum.
+ Comply with applicable regulations when disposing of
chemicals. Take into consideration that chemicals may
be polluted. Take adequate precautions to protect peo-
ple from the effects of dangerous substances (chemi-
cals, thermal decomposition products of uoroelas-
tomers), wear appropriate safety-clothing and safety
glasses.
+Use only OEM spare parts and accessories; other-
wise safety and performance of the equipment as well
as the electromagnetic compatibility of the equipment
might be reduced.
The CE mark or the cTUVus mark (see rating plate)
may become void if original equipment manufacturer
parts are not used.
+ In case of leaks in the manifold, aspirated substances
might be released into the environment. Comply es-
pecially with notes on operation and use and mainte-
nance.
+Due to the residual leak rate of the equipment, there
may be an exchange of gas, albeit extremely slight, be-
tween the environment and the vacuum system. Adopt
suitable measures to prevent contamination of the
pumped substances or the environment.

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• Use the system only in combination with the integrat- Use the system only in combination with the integrat-Use the system only in combination with the integrat-
ed hydrophobic lter (sterilizable) to protect equipment
and environment (people).
Maximum liquid level in collecting bottle: approx. 80%,
depending on the application. (When working with low-
boiling liquids, or liquids that tend to foam, the maximum
liquid level might be reduced).
Maintenance and repair
➨Attention: The equipment might be contaminated with
noxious or otherwise dangerous process chemicals
that have been pumped during operation. Ensure that
the equipment is decontaminated before maintenance.
+Take adequate precautions to protect people from the
effects of dangerous substances if contamination has
occurred. Wear appropriate safety-clothing when you
come in contact with contaminated components.
+Never operate a defective or damaged device.
In order to comply with law (occupational, health and safe-
ty regulations, safety at work law and regulations for en-
vironmental protection) vacuum pumps, components and
measuring instruments returned to the manufacturer can
be repaired only when certain procedures (see section
”Repair - Maintenance - Return - Calibration”) are fol-
lowed.
NOTICE
NOTICE

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Type BVC basic
BVC basic G
Vacuum control mechanical vacuum controller
Maximum switch on pressure
(vacuum controller) Torr (mbar) 375 (500)
Minimum switch off pressure
(vacuum controller) Torr (mbar) 112 (150)
Minimum hysteresis
(vacuum controller) Torr (mbar) 37 (50)
Maximum permissible inlet
pressure (absolute) psi (bar) 16 (1.1)
Maximum permissible outlet pres-
sure (absolute) psi (bar) 16 (1.1)
Maximum permissible difference
pressure between inlet and outlet psi (bar) 16 (1.1)
Permissible ambient temperature
storage / operation °F (°C) 14 to 140 / 50 to 104 (-10 to +60 / +10 to +40)
Permissible relative atmospheric
moisture during operation
(no condensation) %30 to 85
Maximum media temperature
continuous operation
short time (< 5 minutes) °F (°C) °F (°C) 104 (40) 176 (80)
Inlet connection hose nozzle DN 3/5mm
Connection vaccum supply hose nozzle DN 6/10 mm /
PTFE tubing 8/10 mm
Hydrophobic lter
Type
Manufacturer
Nominal pore diameter
Midisart® 2000
Sartorius Stedim
0.2 µm
Degree of protection IEC 529 IP 54
Volume collection bottle
gal
(l)
1 (polypropylene) / 0.5 (borosilicate
glass)
(4 (polypropylene) / 2 (borosilicate
glass))
Dimensions L x W x H approx.
BVC basic
BVC basic G in (mm) 9.9 x 7.9 x 19.3 (250 x 200 x 490) 9.1 x 7.1 x 17.0 (230 x 180 x 430)
Weight approx. lbs.
kg 6.2 (2.8)
We reserve the right for technical modications without prior notice!
Technical data

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Components Wetted materials
System
Hose nozzle (to vacuum supply) PP
Valve block PPS glass bre reinforced
closing cap PTFE
Valve FFKM
Diaphragm FFKM
Flat seal FFKM
O-ring / seal ring FPM
Transition piece PP
Elbow tting ETFE
Hose PTFE
Lead through (metal support) PP
Hose nozzle (on metal support) PPS glass bre reinforced
Connection hose (before and behind lter) silicone rubber
Filter
Diaphragm PTFE
Housing PP
Collecting bottle (BVC basic)
Bottle / screw cap PP
Hose nozzle at bottle head PP
Tubing in bottle PTFE
Hose nozzle (connection lter) PPS glass bre reinforced
Transition piece PP
Counter nut PP
Closing screw PPS glass bre reinforced
Collecting bottle (BVC basic G)
Bottle borosilicate glass
Cap insert PP
Flat seal EPDM
Hose nozzle at bottle head PP
Tubing in bottle PTFE
Hose nozzle (connection lter) PPS glass bre reinforced
Closing screw PPS glass bre reinforced
We reserve the right for technical modications without prior notice!
Wetted parts

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Position Designation
1Connection vacuum supply
2 Vacuum controller
3 Connection tubing
4 Hydrophobic lter
5Connection lter
6Connection handle
7 Closing screw (optional: connection second VHCpro)
8 Screw cap / bottle cap with cap insert
9 Collecting bottle
10 Bore for wall mounting
BVC basic
9
5
3
6
8
1
7
2
4
System parts

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BVC basic G
9
5
3
6
8
1
7
2
4
10 10

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Setting up the BVC.
Assemble connection to the vacuum supply via
rubber tubing or PTFE tubing.
Install an appropriate separator between BVC
and vacuum supply if necessary.
Read and comply with the document ”Safety
information for vacuum equipment - Sicher-
heitshinweise für Vakuumgeräte”!
1
Safety information
for vacuum equipment
Sicherheitshinweise für Vakuumgeräte
Safety information for vacuum equipment
Avis de sécurité pour des dispositifs à vide
Указания за безопасност за вакуумни уреди
真空设备的安全信息
Bezpečnostní upozornění pro vakuové přístroje
Sikkerhedsregler for vakuumudstyr
Ohutusnõuded vaakumseadmetele
Notas sobre la seguridad para equipos de vacío
Vakuumilaitteen turvallisuustiedot
Υποδείξεις ασφάλειας για αντλίες κενού
Sigurnosne napomene za vakuumske uređaje
A vákuum-készülékekkel kapcsolatos biztonsági tudnivalók
Istruzioni di sicurezza per apparecchi a vuoto
真空装置を安全に取り扱うために
진공 장비에 대한 안전 정보
Vakuuminės įrangos saugos informacija
Vakuuma iekārtu drošības noteikumi
Veiligheidsvoorschriften voor vacuümapparaten
Wskazówki bezpieczeństwa do urządzeń próżniowych
Informação de Segurança para Equipamento que funciona a Vácuo
Instrucţiuni de siguranţă pentru aparatele de vidare
Указания по технике безопасности при работе с вакуумными устройствами
Säkerhetsinformation för vakuumutrustning
Varnostni nasveti za vakuumske naprave
Bezpečnostné pokyny pre vákuové zariadenia
Vakumlu cihazlar için güvenlik uyarıları
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Unpack the equipment.
First steps: Installation
Use and operation
Assemble tubing with lter.
Attach tubing of the VacuuHandControl VHCpro
to the hose nozzle of the bottle head.

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✔
The mechanical vacuum control provides the vacuum in
the bottle in a range of 150 mbar (minimum switching off
pressure) to 500 mbar (maximum switching on pressure)
for aspiration. At the end of the operation, aspirate all liq-
uids out of the aspiration tubing and rinse with a cleaning
agent or disinfectant if necessary.
An integrated non-return valve avoids backow from the
vacuum supply to the BVC basic / BVC basic G. This helps
avoid contamination of the BVC with media that may be
inside the vacuum supply.
When separating the device from the vacuum supply, the
non-return valve avoids venting of the collecting bottle.
The aspiration system doesn’t feature an air admittance
valve. If the collecting bottle is under vacuum, the existing
underpressure inside the bottle remains until the vacuum
is reduced (pressure rises) by further aspiration.
During operation
+Max. ambient temperature: 40 °C
max.
40°C
NOTICE
• Use the system only with the integrated hy-
drophobic lter to protect the vacuum sup-
ply from aspirated liquids and aerosols, and
to protect the environment/user from con-
tamination risk.

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Filtration
Connect the suction ask to the bottle head.
Attention: Removing the connection tubing from the screw
cap, the lter or from the inlet of the vacuum controller
leads to immediate venting of the collecting bottle!

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The hydrophobic lter retains water and aqueous solu-
tions also in the form of aerosols. When using solvents or
due to evaporation of water, formation of condensate at
the outlet of the BVC is possible.
+ Important: Comply with applicable regulations when
disposing of solvents.
Filter and collecting bottle
+ Attention: Do not remove connections in case of liq-
uid in the tube. Do not touch contaminated parts when
removing the screw cap. Risk of infection! Wear appro-
priate protective clothing, e.g., gloves.
Change lter if necessary in case of contami-
nation, weak aspiration or no aspiration.
+ Use only the original spare part (see section
Accessories - spare parts and sterilize and
dispose of the lter according to appropriate
regulations.
Note: After disinfection with alcohol, allow the
lter to dry completely because the lter may
become clogged by alcohol.
NOTICE

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atmospheric
pressure
Remove the connecting tube from the lter, iso-
late connections in case.
Remove bottle from the support.
Sterilize and dispose of collected liquid accord-
ing to appropriate regulations.
Remove screw cap from the collecting bottle.
Emptying the collecting bottle
Check liquid level in the collecting bottle regu-
larly.
Maximally admissible liquid level in collect-
ing bottle: approx. 80 %, depending on the
application. (In case of low boiling liquids or in
case of suction of liquids which tend to foam,
the admissible liquid level might be reduced.)
Vent the system.
max.
80%