vacuubrand MV 10C VARIO select User manual

Technology for Vacuum Systems
Instructions for use
Original instructions EN OI no.: 20901115
Chemistry diaphragm pump
MV 10C VARIO select
MD 12C VARIO select
ME 16C VARIO select

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Original instructions
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Manufacturer:
VACUUBRAND GMBH + CO KG
Alfred‑Zippe‑Str. 4
97877 Wertheim
GERMANY
Phone:
Head ofce [phone]‑0
Sales [phone]‑5550
Service [phone]‑5660
Fax: [phone]‑5555
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.vacuubrand.com
Thank you for purchasing this product from VACUUBRAND GMBH + CO KG. You have chosen a modern and
technically high quality product.

Contents
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1 Introduction 5
1.1 User information .................................5
1.2 About this document..............................6
1.2.1 Manual structure .............................6
1.2.2 Display conventions ..........................7
1.2.3 Symbols and icons ...........................8
1.2.4 Handling instructions (action steps)...............9
1.2.5 Abbreviations ...............................9
1.2.6 Term denitions.............................10
2 Safety information 11
2.1 Usage ........................................11
2.1.1 Intended use ...............................11
2.1.2 Improper use...............................12
2.1.3 Foreseeable misuse............................ 12
2.2 Obligations ....................................13
2.2.1 Operator obligations .........................13
2.2.2 Personnel obligations ........................13
2.3 Target group description..........................14
2.4 General safety information ........................15
2.4.1 Protective clothing...........................15
2.4.2 Safety precautions ..........................15
2.4.3 Laboratory and working materials...............16
2.4.4 Eliminate sources of danger ...................17
2.5 Motor protection ................................20
2.6 ATEX equipment category ........................21
2.7 Disposal ......................................22
3 Product description 23
3.1 Schematic design ...............................23
3.2 Chemistry diaphragm pump series..................24
3.3 Example ......................................25
4 Installation and connection 27
4.1 Transport .....................................27
4.2 Installation ....................................28
4.3 Controller base .................................30
4.4 Connection ....................................31
4.4.1 Vacuum connection (IN) ......................31
4.4.2 Outlet connection (EX) .......................33
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4.4.3 Venting connection (option)....................34
4.4.4 Gas ballast (GB) ............................35
4.4.5 Electrical connection.........................36
5 Commissioning (operation) 39
5.1 Switch on .....................................39
5.2 Operation ....................................39
5.2.1 Operation (see description of controller)........41
5.2.2 Operation with gas ballast.....................42
5.3 Shutdown (switch off) ............................43
5.4 Storage.......................................44
6 Troubleshooting 45
6.1 Technical support ...............................45
6.2 Error – Cause – Remedy .........................45
7 Cleaning and maintenance 49
7.1 Information on service work .......................50
7.2 Cleaning ......................................52
7.2.1 Diaphragm pump ...........................52
7.2.2 Clean or replace molded PTFE hoses ...........52
7.2.3 Clean or replace the controller .................52
7.3 Diaphragm pump maintenance ....................53
7.3.1 Maintenance items ..........................53
7.3.2 Preparation ................................54
7.3.3 Suction/pressure distributor maintenance .........56
7.3.4 Change the diaphragms and valves .............59
8 Appendix 75
8.1 Technical information ............................75
8.1.1 Technic al data ..............................75
8.1.2 Wetted materials ............................78
8.1.3 Rating plate................................79
8.2 Ordering information.............................80
8.3 Service .......................................82
8.4 Index.........................................83
8.5 EU Declaration of Conformity .....................85

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Introduction
1 Introduction
This manual is part of your product. The manual applies to all
versions of the pump and is intended in particular for laboratory
staff.
1.1 User information
Safety
Read this manual thoroughly and completely before using the
product.
Keep this manual in an easily accessible location.
Correct use of the product is essential for safe operation. Comply
with all safety information provided!
In addition to this manual, adhere to the accident prevention
regulations and industrial safety regulations applicable in the
country of use.
General
For easier readability, the general term diaphragm pump
is used as an equivalent to and instead of the product name
Mx 1xC VARIO select chemistry diaphragm pump.
If passing the product on to a third party, also give them this
manual.
The illustrations in this manual are only intended to facilitate
comprehension.
We reserve the right to make technical changes in the course of
continuous product improvement.
Copyright
The content of this manual is protected by copyright. Only copies
for internal use are allowed, e. g., for professional training.
© VACUUBRAND GMBH + CO KG
General
information
Instructions for use
and safety
Copyright © and
copyright law

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Contact
If your manual is incomplete, you can request a replace‑
ment. Alternatively, you can use our download portal:
www.vacuubrand.com
You are welcome to contact us at any time in writing or by tele‑
phone if you would like more information, have questions about
our products or wish to share feedback with us.
When contacting our Service Department, please have the
serial number and product type at hand see Rating plate on
the product.
1.2 About this document
1.2.1 Manual structure
The manual has a modular structure with separate instruction
modules for the diaphragm pump, vacuum controller, and any ac‑
cessories.
Instruction modules
123
4
1Safety information for vacuum equipment
2Description: Vacuum controller – control and operation
3Description: Vacuum pump – connection, operation, mainte‑
nance, mechanics
4Optional description: Accessories
Contact us
Modular instructions
for use
Pump series and
instructions for use

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1.2.2 Display conventions
Warning levels
DANGER
Indicates an imminent hazardous situation.
Disregarding the situation could result in extremely
serious injury or death.
 Take appropriate action to avoid dangerous situa‑
tions!
WARNING
Warns of a potentially hazardous situation.
Disregarding the situation could result in serious injury
or death.
 Take appropriate action to avoid dangerous situa‑
tions!
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation.
Disregarding the situation could result in minor injury or
damage to property.
 Take appropriate action to avoid dangerous situa‑
tions!
Note
Indicates a potentially harmful situation.
Disregarding the situation could result in damage to property.
Additional notes
Information or specic recommendation which must be
observed.
Important information for trouble‑free operation of your
product.
 Helpful tips + tricks
 Additional information
IMPORTANT!
Display conventions

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1.2.3 Symbols and icons
This manual uses symbols and icons. Safety symbols indicate
specic risks associated with handling the product. Symbols and
icons are designed to help you identify risks more easily.
Safety symbols
Hazardous substance –
hazards to human health.
General
prohibition sign.
General
warning symbol.
Warning:
risk of explosion.
Danger: electricity. Warning: hot surface.
General
mandatory sign. Disconnect power plug.
Wear chemical‑resistant
protective gloves. Wear protective goggles.
Read the instructions for
repair.
Additional symbols and icons
Positive example – Do this!
Result – OK Negative example –
Don't do this!
Refers to content in
this manual.
Refers to content in
other supplementary docu‑
ments.
Installation at
temperatures < 40 °C.
Ensure sufcient air circu‑
lation.
Flow arrow
Inlet –
vacuum connection
Flow arrow
Outlet – exhaust gas
Explanation of
safety symbols
Additional
symbols

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1.2.4 Handling instructions (action steps)
Instructions (single step)
Perform the step described.
5Result of action
Instructions (multiple steps)
1. First step
2. Next step
5Result of action
Perform the steps in the order described.
1.2.5 Abbreviations
Fig. Figure
abs. Absolute
ATM Atmospheric pressure (bar graph, program)
di(di) Interior diameter
DN Nominal diameter
ECTFE Ethylene chlorotriuoroethylene
ETFE Ethylene tetrauoroethylene
EX* Outlet (exhaust, exit), exhaust gas connection
`ATEX equipment labeling
FFKM Peruoroelastomer
FKM Fluoroelastomer
GB Gas ballast
IN* Inlet, vacuum connection
KF Small ange
max. Maximum value
min. Minimum value
PP Polypropylene
PPS Polyphenylene sulde
PTFE Polytetrauoroethylene
RMA no. Return Merchandise Authorization number
SW Wrench size (tool)
resp. Responsible
e. g. For example
* Labeling on the vacuum pump or component
Display of operating
steps
Abbreviations

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1.2.6 Term denitions
Mx 1xC VARIO
select
Vacuum pump with variable speed mo‑
tor for precise vacuum control, includ‑
ing VACUU·SELECT®controller and
VACUU·SELECT®Sensor.
VACUU·BUS®Bus system from VACUUBRAND for com‑
munication between peripheral devices with
VACUU·BUS®‑enabled gauges and controllers.
The maximum admissible cable length is 30 m.
VACUU·BUS®
address
Address which enables the VACUU·BUS®client
to be unambiguously assigned within the bus
system, e. g., for connecting multiple sensors
with the same measuring range.
VACUU·BUS®
client
Peripheral device or component with
VACUU·BUS®port which is integrated in the
bus system, e. g., sensors, valves, level indica‑
tors, etc.
VACUU·BUS®
connector
4‑pin round connector for the bus system from
VACUUBRAND.
VACUU·BUS®
conguration
Assigning a different VACUU·BUS®address to
a VACUU·BUS®component using a gauge or
controller.
VACUU·LAN®Local area vacuum network.
VACUU·SELECT®Vacuum controller, controller with touchscreen;
consisting of operating panel and vacuum sen‑
sor.
VACUU·SELECT®
Sensor
External vacuum sensor
for VACUU·SELECT®
or
separately as an independent vacuum sen‑
sor.
VARIO®drive Speed control for vacuum pump; the motor
runs only as fast as necessary to meet de‑
mand.
Product‑specic
terms