vacuubrand RE 2.5 User manual

Instructions for use
OI no.: 20901559Original instructions EN
RE 2.5
RZ 2.5
RE 6
RZ 6
Rotary Vane Pump

Manufacturer:
VACUUBRAND GMBH + CO KGVACUUBRAND GMBH + CO KG
Alfred‑Zippe‑Str. 4Alfred‑Zippe‑Str. 4
97877 Wertheim97877 Wertheim
GERMANYGERMANY
Phone:
Head o󰀩ce [phone]‑0
Sales [phone]‑5550
Service [phone]‑5660
Fax: [phone]‑5555
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.vacuubrand.com
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technically high quality product.
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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 ..............................10
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 ........................14
2.3 Target group description..........................14
2.4 General safety information ........................15
2.4.1 Safety precautions ..........................15
2.4.2 Protective clothing...........................16
2.4.3 Laboratory and working materials...............16
2.4.4 Chemical compatibility of materials..............18
2.4.5 Eliminate sources of danger ...................18
2.5 Motor protection ................................23
2.6 Disposal ......................................23
3 Product description 25
3.1 Basic conguration of rotary vane pump series ..........26
3.2 Rotary vane pump series............................27
3.3 Optional accessories ............................28
3.4 Application example .............................30
4 Installation and connection 31
4.1 Transport .....................................31
4.2 Set up the vacuum pump .........................32
4.3 Connection ....................................34
4.3.1 Vacuum connection (IN) ......................34
4.3.2 Outlet connection (OUT)......................36
4.3.3 Electrical connection.........................37
4.4 Oil level check .................................39
TABLE OF CONTENTS

Contents
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5 Commissioning (operation) 41
5.1 Switch on .....................................41
5.2 Operation .....................................41
5.2.1 Operation with gas ballast.....................43
5.2.2 Condensate in catchpots (optional)..............45
5.3 Switch o󰀨 .....................................46
5.4 Shutdown (storage)..............................46
6 Troubleshooting 49
6.1 Technical support ...............................49
6.2 Error – Cause – Remedy .........................50
7 Cleaning and maintenance 53
7.1 Information on maintenance work ..................54
7.2 Cleaning ......................................55
7.3 Oil change ....................................56
7.4 Replacing the device fuses........................60
8 Appendix 61
8.1 Technical data .................................61
8.2 Rating plate ...................................65
8.3 Wetted materials................................65
8.4 Ordering information.............................66
8.5 Index.........................................69
8.6 EC Declaration of conformity ......................71
8.7 UKCA Declaration of conformity ...................72
8.8 CU Certicate .................................73
8.9 Declaration of conformity – China RoHS 2............74

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Introduction
11 IntroductionIntroduction
This manual is part of your product. The manual applies to all
versions of the vacuum pump and is intended in particular for
laboratory sta󰀨.
1.11.1 User informationUser 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
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.
For easier readability, the general term vacuum pumpvacuum pump is used
as an equivalent to and instead of the product name rotary vanerotary vane
pump Rx ypump Rx y.
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© VACUUBRAND GMBH + CO KG
Instructions for use
and safety
General information
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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
telephone 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 plateRating plate on
the product.
1.21.2 About this documentAbout this document
1.2.11.2.1 Manual structureManual structure
The manual has a modular structure with separate instruction
modules for the vacuum pump and any accessories.
Instruction module
123
1Safety information for vacuum equipment
2Description: Vacuum pump – connection, operation, service
3Optional description: Accessories
Contact us
Specic information
Vacuum pump and
modular instruction
manuals
Description

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1.2.21.2.2 Display conventionsDisplay conventions
Warning levels
DANGERDANGER
Indicates an imminent hazardous situation.
Disregarding the situation could result in extremely
serious injury or death.
> Take appropriate action to avoid dangerous
situations!
WARNING
Warns of a potentially hazardous situation.
Disregarding the situation could result in serious injury
or death.
> Take appropriate action to avoid dangerous
situations!
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation.
Disregarding the situation could result in minor injury or
damage to property.
> Take appropriate action to avoid dangerous
situations!
NOTENOTE
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
Presentation
conventions
IMPORTANT!

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1.2.31.2.3 Symbols andSymbols and iconsicons
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: hot surface.
Danger: electricity.
General mandatory sign. Disconnect power plug.
Wear chemical‑resistant
protective gloves. Wear protective goggles.
Additional symbols and icons
Refers to content in this
manual.
Refers to content in other
supplementary documents.
Electric/electronic devices must not be disposed of in
domestic waste at the end of their service life.
Ensure su󰀩cient air
circulation.
Explanation
of safety symbols
Additional
symbols

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1.2.41.2.4 Handling instructions (action steps)Handling instructions (action steps)
Instructions (single step)
>Perform the step described.
5Result of action
Instructions (multiple steps)
1. 1. First step
2. 2. Next step
5Result of action
Instructions (shown graphically)
1 2
1. 1. First step 2. 2. Next step
5Result of action
>Perform the steps in the order described.
Action steps as text
Schematic diagram
Action steps as
graphics

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1.2.51.2.5 AbbreviationsAbbreviations
DN Nominal diameter
FKM Fluoroelastomer
IN Inlet, vacuum connection
KF Small ange
max. Maximum
min. Minimum
NBR Nitrile butadiene rubber
OUT Outlet
PBT Polybutylene terephthalate
PEEK Polyether ether ketone
PPS Polyphenylene sulde
Resp. Responsible
RMA no. Return Merchandise Authorization number
1.2.61.2.6 Term denitionsTerm denitions
Fine vacuum Pressure range in vacuum technology, from:
1 mbar – 0.001 mbar (0.75 Torr – 0.00075 Torr)
Rough vacuum Pressure range in vacuum technology, from:
atmospheric pressure – 1 mbar
(atmospheric pressure – 0.75 Torr)
VACUU·VIEW
extended
External vacuum sensor with VACUU·BUS
port, 1100 – 0.001 mbar.
`with own plug‑in power supply
Abbreviations
Product‑specic
terms