Dionex VP Vacuum Pump Installation Instructions Document No.
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Dionex VP Installation Instructions 1. Introduction The Thermo Scientific Dionex™ VP Vacuum Pump (Dionex VP) (see Figure 1) is a dual-stage diaphragm pump capable of providing a continuous vacuum. The pump is designed for use with a wide range of IC (ion chromatography) applications, consumables, and accessories. Figure 1.
Dionex VP Vacuum Pump Installation 2. Description Figure 2 illustrates the rear panel of the Dionex VP. Figure 2. Dionex VP Rear Panel • RELAY • RELAY CNTRL ON/OFF selects provides a connection to a relay output on the controlling device. The input has a signal (+) pin and an active ground (-) pin. the Dionex VP operating mode: When the RELAY CNTRL button is pressed in (the ON position), the relay control mode is selected.
Safety Information • 3. provides a connection for the outlet line to the ballast reservoir. The ballast reservoir line connects the vacuum to the consumable or accessory required for the application (for example, the Thermo Scientific Dionex CRD 300 Carbonate Removal Device or the Thermo Scientific Dionex RFIC™ Eluent Degasser in the Thermo Scientific Dionex ICS-3000 Eluent Generator or Thermo Scientific Dionex ICS-2000 Ion Chromatography System).
Dionex VP Vacuum Pump Installation Messages d’avertissement en français Signale une situation de danger immédiat qui, si elle n'est pas évitée, entraînera des blessures graves à mortelles. Signale une situation de danger potentiel qui, si elle n'est pas évitée, pourrait entraîner des blessures graves à mortelles. Signale une situation de danger potentiel qui, si elle n'est pas évitée, pourrait entraîner des blessures mineures à modérées.
Product Specifications 3.2 Product Labels The TUV GS, C, US Mark safety label and the CE Mark label on the Dionex VP indicate that the pump is in compliance with the following standards. EMC Susceptibility and Immunity • UL 3101-1/10.93 • EN 61326:1987+A1:1998+A2:2001+A3:2003 Safety 4. • EN 61010-1:2001 • UL 61010-1:2004 • CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 61010-1:2004 Product Specifications Power Requirements Operating Temperature Operating Humidity Dimensions Weight Doc.
Dionex VP Vacuum Pump Installation 5. Installation This section describes how to complete the typical connections to the Dionex VP (see Figure 3). These connections may vary slightly, depending on your application; for details, refer to the manual for the consumable or accessory required for the application. The manuals are included on the Thermo Scientific Reference Library DVD (P/N 053891). 0.16-cm (0.062-in) ID PTFE Tubing (P/N 014157) 0.32-cm (0.
Installation 3. Follow the instructions in the consumable or accessory manual to connect the product to the ballast reservoir. The Thermo Scientific Dionex VP Vacuum Pump Package (P/N 066463) includes the tubing and fittings required for this. NOTE For an illustration of the typical connections between the Dionex VP and a Dionex CRD 300, see Figure 7. If these instructions are not included in the product manual, follow the steps below to complete the connections as shown in Figure 3: a.
Dionex VP Vacuum Pump Installation Operation at AC input levels outside of the specified operating voltage range may damage the Dionex VP. DANGER D'ÉLECTROCUTION—Pour éviter toute électrocution, il faut utiliser une prise de courant avec prise de terre. Ne l'utilisez pas et ne le branchez pas au secteur C.A. sans utiliser de branchement mis à la terre. Le cordon d'alimentation principal est utilisé comme dispositif principal de débranchement.
Installation 7. If you plan to operate the Dionex VP in the relay control mode (see page 1), check that the RELAY CNTRL button is in the ON position (the button is pressed in). Then, complete these additional steps: a. Locate the relay connector (P/N 923617) and twisted wire assembly (P/N 043598) in the Thermo Scientific Dionex VP Vacuum Pump Package (P/N 066463). b. Insert the ends of the wires into the plug. (If necessary, strip the ends of the wires first.) c.
Dionex VP Vacuum Pump Installation 2. Connect the Dionex VP connector plug to the 25-position connector plug. Refer to the table below for pin connections. To attach a wire to the 25-position connector plug, insert it into the plug, and use a screwdriver to tighten the locking screw. Repeat for the second position. When attaching wires to the connector plug, be careful not to allow stray strands of wire to short to the adjoining position on the connector.
Installation 2. Connect the Dionex VP connector plug to the 12-position connector plug. Refer to the table below for pin connections. To attach a wire to the 12-position connector plug, insert it into the plug, and use a screwdriver to tighten the locking screws. When attaching wires to the connector plug, be careful not to allow stray strands of wire to short to the adjoining position on the connector.
Dionex VP Vacuum Pump Installation 5.2 Chromeleon Setup This section briefly explains how to perform two tasks: • Select a relay output for remote on/off control of the Dionex VP • Program relay control of the Dionex VP in Chromeleon If you need detailed instructions, refer to the Chromeleon user’s guide or Help. 1. If it is not already running, start the Chromeleon Server Monitor. (Select Start > All Programs (or Programs, depending on the operating system) > Chromeleon > Server Monitor.
Installation 6. Go to the tab page where relay properties are defined (the page name varies, depending on the device). For example, the TTLs/Relays/AC tab page for the Dionex ICS-3000 DC is shown here. 7. Select the check box next to the relay output that will be used to control the Dionex VP. Doc.
Dionex VP Vacuum Pump Installation For a Dionex ICS-3000 DP/SP: a. Highlight relay 2 or 4 on the TTLs/Relays/AC tab page. If the pump is a Dionex DP, assign relay 2 to the top pump and relay 4 to the bottom pump in the module. b. Press the F2 key to display the Device Configuration dialog box. c. In the drop-down box, select Flow Zero as the Function for the selected relay.
Installation For a Dionex ICS-1000/1500/2000 pump: a. Highlight relay 2 on the State Devices tab page. b. Press the F2 key to display the Device Configuration dialog box. c. Select Flow Zero as the Function for relay 2. This ensures that the Dionex VP is automatically turned off whenever the chromatography pump is turned off or the flow rate is set to zero. If the Dionex VP continues to draw a vacuum when the chromatography pump is not pumping liquid, the consumable or accessory may be damaged.
Dionex VP Vacuum Pump Installation 11. When you finish editing the program, click Finish on the final page of the wizard to save the changes. The Dionex VP is now ready for operation in the relay control mode. 16 Doc.
Troubleshooting 6. Troubleshooting If you are unable to eliminate a problem by following the instructions here, contact Technical Support for Dionex products before proceeding. In the U.S. and Canada, call 1-800-346-6390. Outside the U.S. and Canada, call the nearest Thermo Fisher Scientific office. • Dionex VP fails to respond to relay commands If the Dionex VP fails to turn on or off when the corresponding command is executed, check the following: a.
Dionex VP Vacuum Pump Installation A. Connections from the Dionex VP to the Dionex CRD 300 The Dionex CRD 300 Carbonate Removal Device consists of a gas-permeable membrane with a silicone coating that is selective to CO2. When the Dionex CRD 300 is running in the vacuum regeneration mode, the Dionex VP evacuates CO2 from the regenerant channel that encloses the membrane. A bleed line helps remove gaseous carbon dioxide by bleeding a small amount of air into the regenerant channel.
