A735-01-880

Issue A Original

Instruction Manual

nXDS Scroll Pump

Description Item Number

nXDS6i A735-01-983
nXDS10i A736-01-983
nXDS15i A737-01-983
nXDS20i A738-01-983

nXDS6iC A735-02-983
nXDS10iC A736-02-983
nXDS15iC A737-02-983
nXDS20iC A738-02-983

nXDS6iR A735-03-983
nXDS10iR A736-03-983
nXDS15iR A737-03-983
nXDS20iR A738-03-983
 Declaration of Conformity
We, Edwards,
Manor Royal,
Crawley,
West Sussex, RH10 9LW, UK

declare under our sole responsibility, as manufacturer and person within the EU authorised to
assemble the technical file, that the product(s)

nXDS6i scroll pump 100-127 VAC, 200-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz A735-01-983

nXDS10i scroll pump 100-127 VAC, 200-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz A736-01-983
nXDS15i scroll pump 100-127 VAC, 200-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz A737-01-983
nXDS20i scroll pump 100-127 VAC, 200-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz A738-01-983
nXDS6iC scroll pump 100-127 VAC, 200-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz A735-02-983
nXDS10iC scroll pump 100-127 VAC, 200-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz A736-02-983
nXDS15iC scroll pump 100-127 VAC, 200-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz A737-02-983
nXDS20iC scroll pump 100-127 VAC, 200-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz A738-02-983
nXDS6iR scroll pump 100-127 VAC, 200-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz A735-03-983
nXDS10iR scroll pump 100-127 VAC, 200-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz A736-03-983
nXDS15iR scroll pump 100-127 VAC, 200-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz A737-03-983
nXDS20iR scroll pump 100-127 VAC, 200-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz A738-03-983

to which this declaration relates is in conformity with the following standard(s) or other normative
document(s)

EN1012-2:1996, A1: 2009 Compressors and Vacuum Pumps - Safety Requirements – Part 2
Vacuum Pumps
EN61010-1: 2010 Safety Requirements for Electrical Equipment for Measurement,
Control and Laboratory Use. General Requirements
EN61326-1: 2006 Electrical equipment for measurement, control and laboratory Use.
EMC requirements. General requirements
EN13463-1: 2009 Non-electrical equipment for use in potentially explosive atmospheres.
Basic method and requirements
EN13463-5: 2003 Non-electrical equipment for use in potentially explosive atmospheres.
Protection by constructional safety
CAN/CSA-C22.2 No.61010.1-04 Safety Requirements for electrical equipment for Measurement,
Control and Laboratory Use, Part 1: General requirements
UL std. No.61010-1 Safety Requirements for electrical equipment for Measurement,
Control and Laboratory Use, Part 1: General requirements

and fulfils all the relevant provisions of

2006/42/EC Machinery Directive

2006/95/EC Low Voltage Directive
2004/108/EC Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Directive
94/9/EC ATEX Directive on use in Potentially Explosive Atmospheres

II 3 G c IIB T4 Internal Atmospheres Only, Tech File ref MPTR 0271

2002/95/EC* Restriction of Certain Hazardous Substances (RoHS) Directive

* i.e. The product(s) contain less than - 0.1wt% for hexavalent chromium, lead, mercury, PBB and PBDE; 0.01wt% for
cadmium - in homogeneous materials (subject to the exemptions allowed by the Directive). This information relates
only to products sold on or after the date of this certificate. Edwards has taken all reasonable steps to confirm this
statement, which is based mainly on information from our suppliers. Whilst the RoHS Directive does not legally apply
to this vacuum equipment, we recognize that component compliance is relevant to many of our customers.

Note: This declaration covers all product serial numbers from the date this Declaration was signed
P200-06-720 Issue B

onwards.

25.04.2012 Burgess Hill

Barrie Brewster, Technical Manager, Burgess Hill Products Date and Place

This product has been manufactured under a quality system registered to ISO9001
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Contents
Contents
Section Page
1 Introduction ........................................................................................ 1
1.1 Scope of this manual .................................................................................................... 1
1.2 ATEX directive implication ............................................................................................. 2
1.3 General description ..................................................................................................... 3
1.4 Pump controller.......................................................................................................... 4
1.5 Logic interface ........................................................................................................... 4
1.6 Gas ballast control ...................................................................................................... 4

2 Technical data ..................................................................................... 7

2.1 Operating and storage conditions ..................................................................................... 7
2.2 Performance.............................................................................................................. 7
2.2.1 General.................................................................................................................... 7
2.2.2 Pumping media........................................................................................................... 8
2.2.3 Performance characteristics ........................................................................................... 8
2.3 Mechanical data ........................................................................................................ 11
2.3.1 General................................................................................................................... 11
2.3.2 Sound and vibration data.............................................................................................. 11
2.3.3 Construction ............................................................................................................. 11
2.4 Electrical data .......................................................................................................... 11
2.5 Logic interface data.................................................................................................... 12
2.6 LED indicators ........................................................................................................... 14

3 Installation ....................................................................................... 15
3.1 Safety..................................................................................................................... 15
3.2 System design considerations......................................................................................... 15
3.3 Unpack and inspect .................................................................................................... 17
3.4 Position the pump ...................................................................................................... 17
3.4.1 Mechanical fixing ....................................................................................................... 17
3.5 Connect to the vacuum system....................................................................................... 17
3.6 Electrical installation .................................................................................................. 18
3.6.1 Fuses and circuit breakers ............................................................................................ 18
3.6.2 Connection to your electrical supply ................................................................................ 19
3.6.3 Disconnect the pump from your electrical supply................................................................. 19
3.7 Connection for remote control and monitoring.................................................................... 19
3.7.1 Connect the logic interface to your control equipment .......................................................... 19

4 Operation ......................................................................................... 21
4.1 Operational modes ..................................................................................................... 21
4.2 Manual operation ....................................................................................................... 21
4.2.1 Start and stop ........................................................................................................... 22
4.2.2 Standby................................................................................................................... 22
4.3 Parallel control and monitoring ...................................................................................... 23
4.4 Analogue speed control................................................................................................ 24
4.4.1 Hardware configuration ............................................................................................... 25
4.4.2 Operation ................................................................................................................ 25
4.5 Auto-run.................................................................................................................. 26
4.6 Use of gas ballast control ............................................................................................. 26
4.6.1 Gas ballast control ..................................................................................................... 26
gea/0187/02/12

4.7 Start up procedure ..................................................................................................... 26

4.8 To achieve ultimate vacuum.......................................................................................... 27
4.9 To pump condensable vapours ....................................................................................... 27
4.10 Shut-Down ............................................................................................................... 27

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5 Maintenance...................................................................................... 29
5.1 Safety information...................................................................................................... 29
5.2 Maintenance plan ....................................................................................................... 30
5.3 Inspect and clean the inlet strainer ................................................................................. 30
5.4 Clean the external fan cover ......................................................................................... 30
5.5 Check the pump performance (service indicator) ................................................................. 30
5.6 Replace the tip-seals................................................................................................... 31
5.7 Replace the pump bearings (service indicator) .................................................................... 31
5.8 Replace the pump controller (service indicator) .................................................................. 31
5.9 Electrical safety check................................................................................................. 31
5.10 Service indicator codes ................................................................................................ 32
5.11 Fault finding ............................................................................................................. 32
5.11.1 The pump has failed to start or has stopped ....................................................................... 32
5.11.2 The pump has failed to achieve the required performance ..................................................... 32
5.11.3 The pump surface temperature is high ............................................................................. 33
5.11.4 Alarm indicator codes.................................................................................................. 33

6 Storage and disposal ............................................................................ 35

6.1 Storage ................................................................................................................... 35
6.2 Disposal .................................................................................................................. 35

7 Spares and accessories ......................................................................... 37

7.1 Introduction ............................................................................................................. 37
7.2 Accessories .............................................................................................................. 37
7.2.1 Silencer................................................................................................................... 38
7.2.2 Gas ballast adaptor..................................................................................................... 38
7.2.3 Gas ballast adaptor blank ............................................................................................. 38
7.2.4 Vibration isolators ...................................................................................................... 38
7.2.5 Inlet/exhaust filter..................................................................................................... 38
7.2.6 Exhaust nozzle .......................................................................................................... 39
7.2.7 Chemical resistance conversion kit .................................................................................. 39
7.2.8 Electrical cables ........................................................................................................ 39
7.2.9 Pump-to-controller cable ............................................................................................. 39
7.3 Spares .................................................................................................................... 40
7.3.1 Tip-seal kit............................................................................................................... 40
7.3.2 Cooling fan............................................................................................................... 40
7.3.3 Gas ballast knob ........................................................................................................ 40
7.3.4 Silencer spares kit ...................................................................................................... 40
7.3.5 Inlet/exhaust filter spares ............................................................................................ 40
7.3.6 Bearing replacement kit ............................................................................................... 41

For return of equipment, complete the HS Forms at the end of this manual.

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Contents
Illustrations
Figure Page
1 nXDS scroll pump ......................................................................................................... 3
2 Quick start guide (manual control mode)............................................................................. 5
3 nXDS6i Performance characteristics ................................................................................... 9
4 nXDS10i Performance characteristics ................................................................................. 9
5 nXDS15i Performance characteristics ................................................................................ 10
6 nXDS20i Performance characteristics ................................................................................ 10
7 LED indicators ............................................................................................................ 14
8 Installation drawing .....................................................................................................16
9 User interface panel ....................................................................................................22
10 Logic interface connections - parallel control ...................................................................... 23
11 Logic interface connections - analogue speed control.............................................................24
12 Analogue speed control.................................................................................................25
13 nXDS accessories.........................................................................................................37

Tables
Table Page
1 nXDS Control modes ...................................................................................................... 6
2 Operating and storage conditions ...................................................................................... 7
3 Environmental conditions ............................................................................................... 7
4 General characteristics .................................................................................................. 7
5 Performance characteristics ............................................................................................ 8
6 General mechanical data...............................................................................................11
7 Sound and vibration data...............................................................................................11
8 Electrical ratings for continuous operation.......................................................................... 11
9 Recommended fuses ....................................................................................................11
10 Logic interface technical data......................................................................................... 12
11 Logic interface connector pins ........................................................................................ 13
12 LED indicators ............................................................................................................ 14
13 Maintenance plan ........................................................................................................30
14 Flashing service codes ..................................................................................................32
15 Flashing error codes.....................................................................................................33
16 Silencer.................................................................................................................... 38
17 Gas ballast adaptor......................................................................................................38
18 Gas ballast blank adaptor ..............................................................................................38
19 Vibration isolators .......................................................................................................38
20 Inlet/exhaust filter......................................................................................................38
21 Exhaust nozzle ...........................................................................................................39
22 Chemical resistance conversion kit ................................................................................... 39
23 Electrical cables .........................................................................................................39
24 Pump-to-controller cables .............................................................................................39
25 Tip-seal kit................................................................................................................ 40
26 Cooling fan................................................................................................................ 40
27 Gas ballast knob .........................................................................................................40
28 Silencer spares kit .......................................................................................................40
29 Inlet/exhaust filter spares .............................................................................................40
30 Bearing replacement kit ................................................................................................41

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Associated publications
Publication title Publication number
Vacuum Pump and Vacuum System Safety P400-40-100
nXDS Serial Comms Interface Instruction Manual A735-01-860

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Introduction
1 Introduction
1.1 Scope of this manual
This manual provides installation, operation and maintenance instructions for the Edwards nXDS series of Scroll
Pumps. You must use your pump as specified in this manual. Read this manual before you attempt to install and
operate your pump.

Important safety information is highlighted as WARNING and CAUTION instructions; you must obey these instructions.
The use of WARNINGS and CAUTIONS is defined below.

WARNING
Warnings are given where failure to observe the instruction could result in injury or death to
people.

CAUTION
Cautions are given where failure to observe the instruction could result in damage to the equipment, associated
equipment and process.

Pressures are stated as absolute pressures unless otherwise stated.

The following IEC warning labels appear on the pump:

Warning – refer to accompanying documentation.

Warning – risk of electric shock.

Warning – hot surfaces.

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1.2 ATEX directive implication

This equipment is designed to meet the requirements of Group II Category 3 equipment in accordance with Directive
94/9/EC of the European Parliament and the Council of 23rd March 1994 on the approximation of the laws of the
Member States concerning equipment and protective systems intended for use in potentially explosive atmospheres.
(The ATEX Directive).

The ATEX Category 3 applies in respect of potential ignition sources internal to the equipment. An ATEX Category has
not been assigned in respect of potential ignition sources on the outside of the equipment as the equipment has not
been designed for use where there is an external potentially explosive atmosphere.

There is no potential source of ignition within the pump during normal operation but there may be potential sources
of ignition under conditions of foreseeable and rare malfunction as defined in the Directive. Accordingly, although
the pump is designed to pump flammable materials and mixtures, operating procedures should ensure that under all
normal and reasonably foreseeable conditions, these materials and mixtures are not within explosive limits.
Category 3 is considered appropriate for the avoidance of ignition in the case of a rare malfunction which allows
flammable materials or mixtures to pass through the pump whilst within their explosive limits.

When flammable materials are present within the equipment you must:

z Not allow air to enter the equipment.

z Ensure the system is leak tight.

Further details can be obtained by contacting Edwards UK on +44 1293 528844.

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Introduction
Figure 1 - nXDS scroll pump

1. Lifting eye 7. 15-way D-type connector

2. NW25 inlet port 8. USB port (service mode only)
3. Gas ballast control 9. User interface panel
4. Cooling fan 10. Mains power connector
5. NW25 exhaust port 11. Secondary earth bond point
6. Rubber feet

1.3 General description

The nXDS pump is shown in Figure 1. Refer to Figure 1 for item numbers in brackets in the following descriptions.

The nXDS pump is a truly dry vacuum pump as all the bearings, with their hydrocarbon lubricant, are isolated from
the vacuum space. The nXDS pump is suitable for use on vapour handling processes, and may be used for some
pumping applications involving corrosive substances. For information on pumping flammable gases, contact Edwards.

The body of the pump includes a fixed scroll and an orbiting scroll. The orbiting scroll is controlled by an electric
motor through an eccentric cam on the motor drive shaft. The movement of the orbiting scroll, meshed with the
fixed scroll, forms successive crescent shaped volumes in the pump. Gas that enters the pump through the inlet is
compressed by the movement of the orbiting scroll and swept towards the centre of the fixed scroll. The compressed
gas enters the exhaust port near the centre of the fixed scroll and is exhausted from the pump through the outlet.

Refer to Section 2.1 for details of operating conditions.

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1.4 Pump controller

The integral pump controller manages the supply of current to a three-phase electric motor in accordance with
operating conditions. The controller monitors power and temperature, and will protect the pump in the event of
operation under sustained high load or under fault conditions.

The controller provides the user interface (refer to Figure 1). The pump may be operated in these modes:

z Manually, using the buttons on the interface panel. Refer to Figures 2 and 9.

z Remotely via serial communications or digital and analogue process control (parallel), via the 15-way D-type
logic interface connector. Refer to Section 1.5.

1.5 Logic interface

The pump controller can be operated via the 15-way D-type logic interface connector. The signals on the logic
interface are of the following types:

z Control inputs: these are switch-type and analogue signals that are used to control the pump

z Status outputs: these outputs identify the status of the system

The logic interface has been designed to support both serial control, parallel control and monitoring, operating
though one connector. For serial control either RS232 or RS485 can be selected.

For Control Modes refer to Table 1.

For Logic interface data refer to Section 2.5.

1.6 Gas ballast control

To pump high vapour loads, gas ballast can be delivered into the pump to prevent condensation of the vapour carried
by the pumped gases.

Air can be introduced to the low vacuum stages through the gas ballast control (Figure 1, item 3). Alternatively, an
inert gas such as nitrogen can be supplied through a suitable external valve and by using the appropriate adaptor,
available as an accessory. Refer to Section 7.

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Introduction
Figure 2 - Quick start guide (manual control mode)

OPERATION SELECT STATUS SECTION

MAINS The pump will remain off (factory default).
Apply power 3.6.2
POWER The POWER INDICATOR will illuminate.
The pump will accelerate up to full running speed.*
START The RUN INDICATOR will flash while accelerating.
Start the pump 4.2.1
BUTTON The RUN INDICATOR will remain on when the pump reaches
full speed.
The pump will decelerate and stop running.
Stop the pump STOP BUTTON The RUN INDICATOR will flash while decelerating. 4.2.1
The RUN INDICATOR will go off when the pump has stopped.
When engaged, the STANDBY INDICATOR will illuminate and
Select and deselect STANDBY MODE
the pump will run at the standby speed setting. Factory 4.2.2
the standby speed SELECT BUTTON
default is 70% of full speed.
STANDBY SPEED The pump speed will increase.
Increase or INCREASE The INCREASE STANDBY INDICATOR will remain illuminated 4.2.2
decrease the pump BUTTON when the pump reaches a maximum of 100% of full speed.
speed when in STANDBY SPEED The pump speed will decrease.
standby mode DECREASE The DECREASE STANDBY INDICATOR will remain illuminated 4.2.2
BUTTON when the pump reaches a minimum of 67% of full speed.
Select and deselect When engaged, the AUTO-RUN INDICATOR will illuminate.
START or STOP
the Auto-run The pump will re-start automatically after the power has 4.5
BUTTON (>8 sec)
function been restored.
*
The pump is set to 30Hz rotational full speed (factory default)

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Table 1 - nXDS Control modes

Configuration Control mode Manual/Section

Manual control Section 1

via Figure 2
nXDS user interface in this manual

Serial control
via (TIC)
Manual
*Turbo Instrument
D397-22-880
Controller or
Turbo Controller

Parallel control
via (TAG) Manual
Turbo & Active Gauge D395-92-880
Controller

Parallel control
Section 1.4
via Digital I/O
in this manual
e.g. PLC control

Parallel control
via Digital I/O and Section 4.4
Analogue speed Figure 11
control source

Serial control
via RS232 or Manual
RS485 Comms A735-01-860
Interface

Note: Table 1 shows additional Edwards products, such as DX / nEXT Turbo pumps and Active Gauges that can be
controlled at the same time using the various control methods displayed above.

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Technical data
2 Technical data
WARNING
If the nXDS pump is operated outside the specified limits, the pump housing may become hot.

2.1 Operating and storage conditions

Table 2 - Operating and storage conditions

Operating and storage conditions nXDS

Ambient temperature range (storage) –30 °C to +70 °C
Ambient temperature range (operation) +5 °C to +40 °C
Maximum humidity (storage in original packaging) ≤ 95% RH
Maximum humidity (operation) 90% RH

Table 3 - Environmental conditions

Environmental conditions
Pollution Pollution degree 2
Installation Installation category II
Altitude restriction Max 3000 m
Area of use Indoor use

2.2 Performance
2.2.1 General

Table 4 - General characteristics

Description nXDS6i nXDS10i nXDS15i nXDS20i

3h-1) 6.2 11.4 15.1 22.0
Peak pumping speed (m
Maximum permitted continuous inlet pressure (mbar)* 200 200 200 50
†
Maximum permitted exhaust pressure (bar gauge) 1 1 1 1
Maximum permitted gas ballast inlet pressure (bar gauge) 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5
Maximum recommended chamber volume to pump down
25 50 75 75
from atmospheric pressure (litres)‡
Maximum pressure rise when stopped, with no inlet or gas
7 7 7 7
ballast flow (mbar)
Leak tightness (mbar ls-1) 1 x 10-6 1 x 10-6 1 x 10-6 1 x 10-6
*
These pumps are designed to pump down from atmospheric pressure, but prolonged operation at inlet
pressures higher than specified may reduce bearing life.
† These pumps are intended to exhaust to atmospheric pressure. High exhaust pressure may reduce tip-seal
life.
‡ Larger volumes may be pumped, but prolonged operation at inlet pressures higher than specified may
reduce bearing life. The nXDS20i is optimised for constant throughput and is not recommended for cyclic
duty.

Note: If the pump is operated outside the specified limits, then the pump housing may become hot; the controller
may reduce the motor speed; and tip seal wear rate will be increased.

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2.2.2 Pumping media

WARNING
Do not use the nXDS pump to pump pyrophoric or explosive gas mixtures.

The pump is designed to pump the following gases:

z Air

z Carbon dioxide

z Helium

z Carbon monoxide

z Nitrogen

z Argon

You can use the pump to pump water vapour, caution must be taken to ensure that vapour does not condense inside
the pump. Refer to Section 4.6.1 on how to prevent condensation of water vapour in the pump.

If you wish to pump a vapour or gas not in the list above, contact Edwards for advice.

2.2.3 Performance characteristics

The position of the gas ballast control defines the performance characteristics of the pump. These performance
characteristics are listed in Table 5.
Table 5 - Performance characteristics

Description nXDS6i nXDS10i nXDS15i nXDS20i

Pump ultimate Gas ballast position 0 2 x10-2 7 x 10-3 7 x 10-3 3 x 10-2
(mbar) Gas ballast position 1 5x 10-2 4x 10-2 4x 10-2 6 x 10-2
Gas ballast flow
Gas ballast position 1 12 16 31 24
(l min-1)

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Technical data
Figure 3 - nXDS6i Performance characteristics

Figure 4 - nXDS10i Performance characteristics

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Figure 5 - nXDS15i Performance characteristics

Figure 6 - nXDS20i Performance characteristics

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Technical data
2.3 Mechanical data
2.3.1 General

Table 6 - General mechanical data

Parameter nXDS
Overall dimensions (L x W x H) 432 x 282 x 302 mm
Maximum tilt angle 10 degrees
Nominal rotational speed 1800 rpm (30 Hz)
Mass (maximum) 6i - 26.2 kg
10i - 25.8 kg
15i - 25.2 kg
20i - 25.6 kg
Inlet connection NW25
Outlet connection NW25

2.3.2 Sound and vibration data

Table 7 - Sound and vibration data

Parameter nXDS
Sound pressure, measured at ultimate vacuum 1 metre from the end of the pump 52.0 dB (A) ± 2.5
to ISO 3744 Declared dual number noise
emission values according
with ISO 4871
Vibration: measured at the inlet port (ISO 3744) Class 1C…< 4.5 mms–1 (rms
radial)

2.3.3 Construction

All surfaces of the pump which are exposed to the pumped gases are free from copper, zinc and cadmium. Exposed
components include: anodised aluminium scrolls, aluminium housing, nickel-plated inlet and exhaust ports, PTFE
composite tip-seals, various stainless steel parts and fluorocarbon elastomer seals.

Other materials of construction include steel, copper, hydrocarbon lubricant and chemically resistant polymers.

2.4 Electrical data

Table 8 - Electrical ratings for continuous operation

Pump Supply (Vac rms) Phase Frequency (Hz) Input current (A rms)
100 - 127 ± 10% Single 50 - 60 10
All variants
200 - 240 ± 10% Single 50 - 60 6

Table 9 - Recommended fuses

Area Voltage Rating

UK 230 V 10 A, 250 Vac rms
Europe 230 V 10 A, 250 Vac rms
US 110 V 13 A, 250 Vac rms
Japan 100 V 13 A, 250 Vac rms

Note: Time-lag fuses should be used, as current transients can exceed the rated values.

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2.5 Logic interface data

nXDS pumps have a 15-way D-type logic interface connector located on the user interface panel (Figure 1, item 7).
The logic interface connector can be plugged directly into the Edwards 200W TIC Turbo Instrument Controller or
Turbo Controller, or TAG Turbo & Active Gauge Controller. You must use a suitable connector mating half (not
supplied) to connect the nXDS pump to your own control system. Refer to Table 10 for the interface technical data
and Table 11 for the logic interface pins for the electrical connections.

Table 10 - Logic interface technical data

Logic interface description

Connector* 15-way D-type (male)
Start, serial enable and remote enable:
Enable control voltage: low (closed) 0 to 0.8 V d.c. (lOUT = 0.55 mA nominal)
Disable control voltage: high (open) 4 to 26.4 V d.c. (Internal pull up to 6.4 V nominal)
Standby control input:
Enable control voltage: low (closed) 0 to 0.8 V d.c. (lOUT = 0.3 mA nominal)
Disable control voltage: high (open) 4 to 26.4 V d.c. (Internal pull up to 3.2 V nominal)
Analogue and RS485 enable control inputs:
Enable control voltage: low (closed) 0 to 0.8 V d.c. (lOUT = 0.55 mA nominal)
Disable control voltage: high (open) 4 to 52.8 V d.c. (Internal pull up to 6.4 V nominal)
0 to 10 V d.c. directly proportional to the motor speed
Analogue speed input
e.g. 0 V = 0 Hz, 10 V = 30 Hz
Voltage accuracy ± 5% full scale
NORMAL status output:
Type Open collector transistor plus pull up resistor.
< Normal speed (default 80%) OFF (4.7 k pull up + diode to 12 V d.c.)
≥ Normal speed ON (< 0.8 V d.c. sinking 10 mA)
Maximum current rating 10 mA
Maximum voltage rating 28.8 V d.c.
FAIL status output:
Type Open collector transistor plus pull up resistor.
Fail OFF (4.7 k pull up + diode to 12 V d.c.)
OK ON (< 0.8 V d.c. sinking 10 mA)
Maximum current rating 10 mA
Maximum voltage rating 28.8 V d.c.
+ 10 V d.c. analogue voltage reference
Analogue 10 V reference
Unipolar output with diode protection
Voltage accuracy ± 2% full scale
Output current ≤ 5 mA for specified accuracy
* Mating half of connector not supplied

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Technical data
Table 11 - Logic interface connector pins

Pin Number Signal Polarity Use

1 Analogue Speed Enable- - Connect to Pin 2 (0 V) to enable analogue speed control via
control Input Pin 9.
2 0 V Control Reference - 0 V reference for ALL control and status signals listed within
this table.
3 START / STOP – Control - Connect to Pin 2 (0 V) to START the nXDS pump system.
Input
4 STANDBY – Control Input / - Connect to Pin 2 (0 V) to enable STANDBY speed when the
Serial-RX / RS-485 A- SERIAL ENABLE control input is inactive.
5 Serial Enable – Control - Connect to Pin 2 (0 V) to enable serial communications.
Input
6 RS-232 / RS-485 – Control - Default configuration is RS-232 with Pin 6 unconnected.
Input Connect to Pin 2 (0 V) to enable RS-485 serial
communications.
7 FAIL – Status Output / - Logic HIGH when a fail / fault condition exists and the SERIAL
Serial-TX / RS-485 B+ ENABLE control input is inactive.
8 0 V Control Reference - 0 V reference for ALL control and status signals listed within
this table.
9 Analogue Speed – Control - 0-10 V Analogue Input: 0 V = 0% Speed; +10 V = 100% Speed
Input
10 Chassis / Screen - Screen
11 +10 V Analogue Reference Positive +10 V analogue voltage reference output: 5 mA;
– Control Output uni-polar output, diode protected.
12 Chassis / Screen - Screen
13 Not Connected - Unused control pin.
14 REMOTE – Control Input - Connect to Pin 2 (0 V) to enable remote control via Parallel or
Serial control modes.
15 NORMAL – Status output - Logic LOW when the pump rotational speed is at normal
speed or above.

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2.6 LED indicators

Figure 7 - LED indicators

The nXDS pump has eight indicator LED’s

Table 12 - LED indicators

LED Description Details

1 Power indicator Indicates that electrical mains supply to the pump is ON
2 Run indicator Indicates that the pump is running. Refer to Section 4.2.1.
Indicates that the Standby mode has been selected. Refer to
3 Standby mode indicator
Section 4.2.2.
The indicator will blink with every short push of the Standby speed
Standby speed increase
4 increase button. The indicator will remain ON when maximum standby
indicator
speed has been reached. Refer to Section 4.2.2.
The indicator will blink with every short push of the Standby speed
Standby speed decrease
5 decrease button. The indicator will remain ON when minimum standby
indicator
speed has been reached. Refer to Section 4.2.2.
Indicates that the Auto-run mode has been selected. Refer to
6 Auto-run indicator
Section 4.3.
Indicates that a service interval has been reached. Refer to
7 Service indicator
Section 5.10.
8 Alarm indicator Indicates an Alarm has been triggered. Refer to Section 5.11.4.

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3 Installation
3.1 Safety

WARNING
Obey the safety instructions given below and take note of appropriate precautions. If you do not,
you can cause injury to people and damage to equipment.

Prevent any part of the human body coming into contact with the vacuum.

The Edwards nXDS pump is not recommended for pumping explosive gases or hazardous
substances.

You must ensure that the nXDS pump is suitable for your application. If you have any doubt about its suitability, refer
to the Edwards guidelines on vacuum pump and vacuum system safety (see associated publications at the end of the
contents list at the front of this manual).

A suitably trained and supervised technician must perform the installation of the nXDS pump. Obey the safety
instructions listed below, especially when you connect the pump into an existing system. Details of the specific safety
precautions are given at the appropriate point in the instructions.

z Wear the appropriate safety clothing when you come into contact with contaminated components. Dismantle
and clean contaminated components inside a fume cupboard.

z Vent and purge your vacuum system before you start installation work.

z Ensure that the installation technician is familiar with the safety procedures that relate to the products
handled by the pumping system.

z Disconnect the other components in the pumping system from the electrical supply so that they cannot be
operated accidentally.

3.2 System design considerations

Consider the following points when you design your pumping system:

Use a suitable valve to isolate the pump from your vacuum system if you need to allow the pump to warm up before
pumping condensable vapours or if you need to maintain vacuum when the pump is switched off.

Avoid high levels of heat input into the pump from the process gases, otherwise the pump may overheat, and cause
the thermal protection system to operate.

Make sure that the exhaust pipeline cannot become blocked. If you have an exhaust isolation valve, make sure that
you cannot operate the pump with the valve closed. Refer to Section 3.5.

Provide for a purge of inert gas when you shut down the pumping system, to dilute dangerous gases to safe
concentrations.

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Note: All dimensions in mm. External dimensions are the same for all variants.

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3.3 Unpack and inspect

WARNING
Use suitable lifting equipment to move the nXDS pump. The maximum pump mass is 27 kg.

z Mechanical lifting equipment should be attached to the lifting eye; loose slings should not
be used.

z Take care when moving the pump into position. Its mass may make it difficult to slide. The
fan cowl is shaped to provide a handhold for positioning; the pump must not be lifted using
this handhold.

Remove all packing materials, remove the pump from its packing box, remove the protective covers from the inlet
and outlet ports and inspect the pump. If the pump is damaged, notify your supplier and the carrier in writing; state
the item number of the pump together with your order number and your supplier's invoice number. Retain all the
packing materials for inspection. Do not use the pump if it is damaged. If the pump is not to be used immediately,
replace the protective covers. Store the pump in suitable conditions, as described in Section 6.1. Refer to Section 6.2
for disposal of materials.

3.4 Position the pump

WARNING
If the pump is to be used on the floor of a work area, position the power lead and the exhaust and
inlet hoses with care. Ensure that personnel in the area are aware of any obstructions around the
pump.

Provide a firm, level platform for the pump. Locate the pump so that the gas ballast control and the user controls
are accessible.

If your pump will be located inside an enclosure, make sure that there is adequate ventilation at both ends of the
pump, so that the ambient temperature around the pump does not exceed 40 ºC. There must be a minimum space
of 25 mm between the pump and the enclosure walls.

3.4.1 Mechanical fixing

Note: If you wish to secure the pump you may do so using the four holes located on each corner of the pump base,
we recommend you use M8 bolts.

3.5 Connect to the vacuum system

WARNING
If pumping dangerous gases or vapours, connect the exhaust to a suitable treatment plant to
prevent the discharge of dangerous gases and vapours to the surrounding atmosphere.

If the pump is operated with the exhaust line blocked, high pressure may be generated in the
exhaust line pipework.

Refer to Figure 1. Before you connect the pump to your vacuum system, remove the plastic cap from the inlet and
the exhaust, and ensure that the inlet strainer is fitted to the pump inlet port. Use appropriate NW25 vacuum fittings
for connection to your system.

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Take note of the following information when you connect the pump to your vacuum system.

z To minimise noise and exhaust emissions, it is recommended that the pump is connected to an exhaust line
or a silencer (refer to Section 7).

z For optimum pumping speeds, ensure that the pipeline connected to the pump inlet is as short as possible
and has a suitable internal diameter.

z Support the vacuum pipeline to prevent loading of the coupling joints.

z If the pump is operated with the exhaust line blocked, a pressure of 3 bar(g) may be generated in the
exhaust pipework. Connect the pump using appropriate pipework and fittings.

z If necessary, incorporate flexible bellows in your system pipelines to reduce the transmission of vibration and
to prevent loading of the coupling joints. If you use flexible bellows, you must ensure that you use bellows
that have a maximum pressure rating which is greater than the highest pressure that can be generated in
your system. We recommend that you use Edwards bellows.

z Incorporate an inlet isolation valve in the pipeline from the vacuum system to the pump, so that you can
isolate the vacuum system from the pump when it is switched off and prevent the suckback of process gases
and debris into the vacuum system.

z Ensure that the sealing surfaces are clean and scratch-free.

We recommend that you use an exhaust extraction system suitable for use with all of the process gases you will pump.
Ensure that the exhaust extraction system cannot become blocked or obstructed when the pump is operating.

A small amount of tip seal wear product may collect in the exhaust duct of the pump. The dust may be blown out
with the initial burst of air after the pump has been vented. This is quite common and the amount of dust seen will
reduce over time.

After you have installed the nXDS pump, leak test the system and seal any leaks found.

3.6 Electrical installation

3.6.1 Fuses and circuit breakers

WARNING
Ensure that the electrical installation of the nXDS pump conforms with your local and national
safety requirements. It must be connected to a suitably fused and protected electrical supply with
a suitable earth point.

CAUTION
When locating the pump, ensure that access to the pump electrical supply cable is not obstructed.

If using an overload circuit breaker it must be of a time lag type.

If using an earth leakage device e.g. an RCD, use at least a 30 mA rated unit to avoid trip during start up.

The live conductor is fused inside the pump controller, but the neutral conductor is not fused; an external RCD
should be installed to guard against damage in the event of a short-circuit between neutral and earth.

For recommended fuse ratings, refer to Table 9 in Section 2.4.

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3.6.2 Connection to your electrical supply

Make the electrical connection to the pump with an IEC60320 connector (C13) and cable that satisfies your local
electrical standards. The nXDS pump must be earthed via the earth conductor of the IEC60320 connector.

We recommend that you fit a separate earth to the nXDS pump using an un-insulated braid or a separate insulated
green/yellow conductor. The conductor must be a minimum of 14 AWG. Use the M5 x 10 screw and shake proof
washer located on the rear of the pump housing (refer to Figure 1) to secure the earth conductor to the pump.

3.6.3 Disconnect the pump from your electrical supply

Before removing the physical electrical supply connection to the pump, via the IEC60320 cable (C13), isolate the
Mains supply (refer to Figure 1).

3.7 Connection for remote control and monitoring

To operate the nXDS pump using parallel or serial control, you must use the 15-way D type connector on the user
interface panel (refer to Figure 1, item 7). Refer to Table 11 for full details of the logic interface pins.

3.7.1 Connect the logic interface to your control equipment

You can control the nXDS pump using a hardware parallel control interface and/or via commands sent over a serial
interface.

If you wish to control the nXDS pump using the hardware parallel interface, refer to Section 4.3 for more information.
If you wish to use the serial interface or to work with a mixture of parallel and serial control, refer to manual
A735-01-860.

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4 Operation
WARNING
Ensure that your system design does not allow the exhaust pipeline to become blocked.

CAUTION
A fine dust may be emitted from the exhaust of the scroll pump during start up, particularly when the pump is
new or if new tip seals are fitted.

4.1 Operational modes

The nXDS pump implements three control modes:

z Manual Control Mode - using buttons on user interface panel

z Parallel Control Mode - via 15-way D-type logic interface connector on user interface panel

z Serial Control Mode (including Serial Interlock) - via 15-way D-type logic interface connector on user
interface panel

The Control Mode is determined by the way the pump is started. Once started, the pump can only be stopped by the
mode in which it was started, unless the power is cycled by isolation from the electrical supply.

4.2 Manual operation

The pump control functions of the user interface panel are detailed in Figure 9.

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Figure 9 - User interface panel

1. Mains power connector 8. Service indicator

2. Power connected indicator 9. Alarm indicator
3. Start button with indicator 10. 15-way D-type connector
4. Standby button with indicator 11. USB port (Service mode only)
5. Increase standby speed button with indicator 12. Stop button
6. Decrease standby speed button with indicator
7. Auto-run enabled indicator

4.2.1 Start and stop

Use the buttons (Figure 9, items 3 and 12) to start and stop the pump. Note that the stop command does not isolate
the pump from the electrical supply.

4.2.2 Standby

Operation at reduced speed will further improve tip seal and bearing service life. Vacuum performance will be
reduced when operating at standby speed.

Press the Standby button to select standby mode. The pump will initially run at factory default standby speed (70%
of full speed). The speed can be adjusted using the increase and decrease standby speed buttons. The maximum
standby speed is 100% of the default run speed and the minimum standby speed is 67% of the default run speed. A
single short push will change the speed by 1% of the default run speed, holding the button will change the speed by
1%/sec. Once adjusted, the pump will return to this new user-defined speed each time standby speed is selected.

To return to normal run speed, you must press the Standby button.

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4.3 Parallel control and monitoring
Figure 10 - Logic interface connections - parallel control

1. Start switch
2. Standby switch (optional)
3. nXDS pump logic interface

CAUTION
If you use the normal and fail lines to drive the coils of d.c. relays you must include a back EMF suppression
diode in parallel with each relay coil to protect the nXDS pump.

Connect your control equipment to the control input pins of your logic interface mating half. Refer to Table 11, which
identifies the logic interface connector pins. The control inputs are as follows:

z Start

z Standby speed

z Analogue speed

To activate any of these control inputs, you must connect the relevant control input (pin14) to the 0 V control
reference.

To monitor the normal status output, connect your control equipment to the Normal status output (pin 15) and to
pin 2 of your logic interface mating half. You can use the output to control other devices in your pumping system.
The output can drive a low power relay of up to 24 V coil rating (up to 10 mA).

To monitor the fail status output, connect your control equipment to the fail output (pin 7) and to pin 2 of your logic
interface mating half. You can use the output to control other devices in your pumping system. The output can drive
a low power relay of up to 24 V coil rating (up to 10 mA).

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4.4 Analogue speed control

The Analogue Speed input is a process control source which enables the nXDS Scroll pump to run at variable operating
speeds. This speed control source is an alternative to standby speed control.

Figure 11 - Logic interface connections - analogue speed control

1. Start switch
2. Analogue control switch
3. nXDS pump logic interface

Note: 0.1 V ≡ 1% of Default Run Speed

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Figure 12 - Analogue speed control

Note: Voltages below 6.7 V will result in a clamped speed of 67% of full speed.

4.4.1 Hardware configuration

Using the 15-way D-type Connector ( Figure 1, item 7) apply the following signal configurations to enable the
Analogue Speed Control source (refer to Table 11):

Connect the Analogue Speed Enable control input (pin 1) to the 0 V Control Reference (pin 2).

Connect a suitably calibrated analogue voltage source (0 to +10 V) e.g. (DAC) to the analogue speed control input
(pin 9). Alternatively connect the output of a potentiometer referenced to the nXDS reference voltage (pin 11) to
the analogue speed control input (pin 9). Refer to Figure 11. The 0 V rail of the external voltage source MUST be
connected to the 0 V Control Reference (pin 2) of the nXDS pump-controller.

4.4.2 Operation

z A +10V input equates to a mechanical running speed which is equal to: 100% of the default run speed, i.e. 30
Hz.

z The minimum running speed provided by the Analogue Speed control source, is clamped at the minimum
Standby Speed Setting, i.e. ~67% of the default run speed (20 Hz).

z The maximum running speed provided by the Analogue Speed control source, is clamped by the maximum
Standby Speed Setting, i.e. 100% of the default run speed (30 Hz).

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4.5 Auto-run
The auto-run setting configures the pump to start at power-up without any customer intervention. This parameter is
customer configurable via serial communications, or using the START / STOP buttons. Holding down either the START
or STOP button, for more than eight seconds, will enable or disable the auto-run setting. The status of the auto-run
setting is visible via the auto-run LED.

The pump can be stopped using either manual, parallel or serial control modes whilst in auto-run.

4.6 Use of gas ballast control

You can use the gas ballast control to optimise the performance of the scroll pump for your application. The
performance characteristics of the pump with gas ballast on are shown in Section 2.2.3. You can change the position
of the gas ballast control when the pump is off or when the pump is operating.

4.6.1 Gas ballast control

Use the gas ballast control to introduce air into the final stage of the pump. Use of gas ballast will reduce the
condensation of vapours in the pump; the condensates would contaminate the pump.

There are only two positions, 0 and 1. The gas ballast control knob will rotate 360° in either direction at 90° intervals.

Gas ballast OFF (position 0). Use this setting to:

z achieve ultimate vacuum

z pump dry gases.

Gas ballast ON (position 1). Use this setting to:

z pump low concentrations of condensable vapours

z decontaminate the pump.

4.7 Start up procedure

Use the procedure below to start up the pump:

1. Ensure that any vacuum system isolation valve is closed (if fitted).

2. With the mains supply to the pump isolated, connect a recommended lead to the electrical socket on the pump
(refer to Figure 1).

3. Apply power.

4. Start the pump-system using the appropriate control source, i.e. using the Start button in manual control-mode
(refer to Figure 9); the Start/Stop control input (refer to Table 11, pin 3) in parallel control-mode or a Start
command in serial control-mode.

5. Open the vacuum system isolation valve (if fitted).

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4.8 To achieve ultimate vacuum
In order to achieve the best possible vacuum, the pump should be operated with the gas ballast control turned off.
However, if the pump, or elements of the vacuum system it is attached to, are new or have been newly fitted, some
atmospheric moisture may be present. If atmospheric moisture is present, run the pump with gas ballast on for
20 minutes before turning gas ballast off. If moisture is allowed to remain, the performance of the pump will be
impaired.

4.9 To pump condensable vapours

Select gas ballast ON when there is a high proportion of condensable vapours in the process gases. This will assist the
vapours to pass through the pump without condensing and keep the pump performance from degrading.

4.10 Shut-Down
Use the procedure below to shut-down the pump:

1. If shutting the pump down prior to a period of storage, remove any process gases by running on a gas-ballast for
at least one hour.

2. Close any vacuum system isolation valves to prevent suck-back into the vacuum system (where fitted).

3. Stop the pump-system using the appropriate control source, i.e. using the Stop button in manual control-mode
(refer to Figure 9); the Start/Stop control input (refer to Table 11, pin 3) in parallel control-mode or a Stop
command in serial control-mode.

4. Vent the nXDS pump system using the gas ballast control or the valve on the inlet.

5. Isolate the Mains supply.

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5 Maintenance
5.1 Safety information

WARNING
Obey the safety instructions given below and take note of appropriate precautions. If you do not,
you can cause injury to people and damage to equipment.

WARNING
Disconnect the pump and other components from the electrical supply so that they cannot be
operated accidentally.

WARNING
The pump may be contaminated with the process chemicals that have been pumped during
operation. If so, ensure that the pump is decontaminated before maintenance and that you take
adequate precautions to protect people from the effects of dangerous substances if contamination
has occurred.

WARNING
Do not touch or inhale the thermal breakdown products of fluorinated materials which may be
present in the pump if the pump has been heated to 260 ºC and above. Fluorinated materials are
safe in normal use but can decompose into very dangerous substances (which may include
hydrofluoric acid) if they are heated to 260 ºC and above. The pump may have overheated if it was
misused or if it was in a fire. Health and Safety Data sheets for fluorinated materials used in the
pump are available on request; contact your supplier or Edwards.

CAUTION
External surfaces of the pump should be cleaned using warm soapy water. Care must be taken with solvent-
based cleaning fluids as they may remove important information from the product labels.

The nXDS pump is designed to require little user maintenance. Observe the following guidelines when carrying out
maintenance on you pump:

z Ensure the maintenance is done by a suitably trained supervised technician. Obey your local and national
safety requirements

z Ensure the maintenance technician is familiar with the safety procedures which relate to the products
processed by the pumping system.

z Check that all the required parts are available and are of the correct type before you start work.

z Disconnect the pump and other components from the electrical supply so that they cannot be operated
accidently.

z Allow the pump to cool before you start maintenance work.

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5.2 Maintenance plan

More frequent maintenance may be required if the pump is used to pump aggressive gases or vapours, such as
solvents, organic substances and acids, or if the pump is operated continuously at the higher end of its operating
temperature.
Table 13 - Maintenance plan

Frequency Service Section

Operation
(months) indicator reference
Inspect and clean the inlet strainer 12 No 5.3
Inspect and clean the external fan cover if required 12 No 5.4
Check the pump performance 30 Yes 5.5
Replace the pump bearings 60 Yes 5.6
Replace the pump controller 120 Yes 5.7
Electrical safety check 60 No 5.8

For service indicator codes, refer to Section 5.10.

5.3 Inspect and clean the inlet strainer

Whenever you disconnect the pump from your vacuum system, or on an annual basis, we recommend that you:

z Remove the inlet strainer from the pump inlet (refer to Figure 1) and remove any debris that may have
accumulated.

z Inspect the inlet strainer and if necessary, clean it with a cleaning solution suitable for the substances
pumped. Refit the inlet strainer before you reconnect the pump to you vacuum system. Refer to Section 3.5.

5.4 Clean the external fan cover

If the fan cover is not kept clean, the air flow over the pump can be restricted and the pump may overheat.

1. Switch off the pump and disconnect it from the electrical supply.

2. Use a dry cloth and a soft brush to remove dirt and deposits from the fan cover.

5.5 Check the pump performance (service indicator)

The service indicator, (flashing ON 1s / OFF 1s) is triggered as a reminder to check the performance of your pump.
The service indicator will flash to indicate that a tip-seal change may be required (based on typical tip-seal life). If
after checking, the pump is no longer achieving the required performance, we recommend that you carry out a tip-
seal replacement (refer to Section 5.10).

If however the pump performance is still within acceptable limits, or is performing to your satisfaction, you may at
this point in time wish to delay performing a tip-seal replacement.

If you are operating a preventative maintenance plan, depending upon your particular regime, you may wish to carry
out a tip-seal change at this time irrespective of the pump performance.

To reset the service indicator, refer to Section 5.10.

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5.6 Replace the tip-seals
This instruction is applicable to the nXDS replacement tip seal kit that must be fitted. Refer to Section 7.3.1 for
ordering information.

A tip-seal replacement should be carried out to maintain or restore your pumps performance. The frequency for
replacing the pump tip-seals is determine by the following factors:

z The pump has reached a service interval. Refer to Sections 5.5 and 5.7.

z The pump is no longer achieving the required performance.

If the pump is no longer achieving the required performance prior to a service interval being reached, we recommend
that you first follow the guide lines, refer to Section 5.11.2.

Note: There may be a running-in period after fitting your new tip-seals. The performance should improve over a
period of 24 to 48 hours. If the pump performance does not improve sufficiently after the running-in period,
please contact Edwards for advice.

Refer to the instruction manual supplied with your tip-seal service kit on how to replace the nXDS tip-seal.

5.7 Replace the pump bearings (service indicator)

The service indicator, (flashing ON 3s / OFF 1s) is triggered to indicate that a bearing replacement service interval
has been reached. Bearing wear cannot necessarily be detected under normal operating conditions. This service
interval is a recommendation that a bearing replacement is required, this is especially useful if you are operating a
preventative maintenance plan. Contact Edwards for further details.

Note: Failure to replace the pump bearings at this time may subsequently lead to damage of the pumping
mechanism.

Note: A tip-seal change (refer to Section 5.10) must carried out at the same time when performing a bearing
replacement.

To reset the service indicator, refer to Section 5.10.

5.8 Replace the pump controller (service indicator)

The service indicator, (flashing ON 3s / OFF 3s) is triggered to indicate that the pump controller should be replaced.
Contact Edwards for further details.

To reset the service indicator, refer to Section 5.10.

5.9 Electrical safety check

Test the earth continuity and the insulation resistance of the pump system in accordance with local regulations for
the periodic testing of electrical equipment.

The earth continuity should be less than 0.1Ω and the DC insulation resistance greater than 1.0 MΩ.

If the pump fails any of these tests, you must contact your supplier or Edwards.

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5.10 Service indicator codes

The nXDS controller incorporates a service indicator (refer to Figure 7). The service indicator will flash a specific
code whenever a service interval has been reached. There are three service levels listed in Table 14.
Table 14 - Flashing service codes

Service flash code Comments See section

ON 1s / OFF 1s Pump performance check. 5.5
ON 3s / OFF 1s Pump bearing service. 5.6
ON 3s / OFF 3s Pump-Controller service. 5.7

To reset the service indicator, press and hold the standby speed increase and decrease buttons simultaneously for
more than 5 seconds.

Note: Resetting the pump bearing service indicator will also reset the performance check timer, i.e. both
counters will be set to zero.

Note: Resetting the service indicator will reset the service timer back to zero (refer to Table 13).

5.11 Fault finding

5.11.1 The pump has failed to start or has stopped

z The electrical supply fuse has blown.

z The ambient temperature is too high.

z The cooling air supply is insufficient or is too hot.

z The process gas is too hot or the throughput is too high.

z The fan is not working or is not connected.

z The motor is faulty.

5.11.2 The pump has failed to achieve the required performance

z Gas ballast may be selected. To close gas ballast, turn the control a quarter turn so that the valve snaps shut.
Use this setting to achieve the best possible vacuum. If the pump has been used to pump condensable
vapours or is to pump a large chamber that has been exposed to atmospheric air (water vapour), it may be
necessary to run for at least an hour on gas ballast.

z If the electrical supply voltage is more than 10% below the lowest voltage specified on the user interface
panel, the pump may operate but deliver a degraded vacuum performance.

z There is a leak in your system.

z Your pressure measurement technique or gauge head is unsuitable or gives an incorrect indication of
pressure.

z Your vacuum fittings are dirty or damaged.

z The inlet strainer is blocked.

z The connecting pipelines are too long or too small in diameter.

z There is high pressure or a blockage in the exhaust line.

z The pump contains traces of process vapours.

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z The pump is outside the specified range of operating conditions.

z The tip seals need replacing.

z The pump is in standby mode.

5.11.3 The pump surface temperature is high

z The ambient temperature is too high.

z The cooling air supply is insufficient or is too hot.

z The process gas is too hot or the maximum continuous operating pressure has been exceeded.

5.11.4 Alarm indicator codes

Whenever a fail condition becomes active the red alarm indicator shows a flashing sequence. If the error light is on
continuously this indicates a problem has been found with the embedded software. In this case, try cycling the
power. If cycling the power does not clear the indication, a software download may be required. In this situation,
contact your supplier or Edwards. If the alarm indicator is flashing, identify the error flash code and consult Table 15.

There is a sufficient off period between each subsequent cycle repetition to clearly mark the start of a new flash
sequence. The duration of a long flash (L) is equal to 3 times the duration of a short flash (0.5 s).
Table 15 - Flashing error codes

Error flash Error flash

Comment Actions
position sequence
0 ssssss Overload timeout. Check whether the pump is not
running under constant high pressure
or the inlet or outlet is not blocked.
1 Lsssss Controller software error. Cycle the power to the pump and see
whether the error code appears again.
If it does, contact your supplier or
Edwards.
2 sLssss Controller failed internal Cycle the power to the pump and see
configuration and calibration whether the error code appears again.
operation. If it does, contact your supplier or
Edwards.
3 ssLsss Acceleration timeout. Check whether the pump is not
running under constant high pressure
or the inlet or outlet is not blocked.
4 sssLss Over-current trip activated, or other Cycle the power to the pump and see
hardware fault. whether the error code appears again.
If it does, contact your supplier or
Edwards.
5 ssssLs Self test fault. Cycle the power to the pump and see
whether the error code appears again.
If it does, contact your supplier or
Edwards.
6 sssssL Serial Control Mode Interlock. Re-activate serial enable and send a
serial command to clear the error
code.

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Storage and disposal

6 Storage and disposal
6.1 Storage
Use the following procedure to store the pump:

1. Shut down the pump as described in Section 4.10.

2. Disconnect the pump from the electrical supply.

3. Place and secure protective covers over the inlet and outlet ports.

4. Store the pump in cool, dry conditions until required for use. When required, prepare and install the pump as
described in Section 3.

6.2 Disposal
Dispose of the pump and any components from it safely in accordance with all local and national safety and
environmental requirements.

Particular care must be taken with components which have been contaminated with dangerous process substances.

Do not incinerate fluoroelastomer seals and O-rings.

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Spares and accessories

7 Spares and accessories
7.1 Introduction
Edwards products, spares & accessories are available from Edwards companies in Belgium, Brazil, Canada, France,
Germany, Hong Kong, Italy, Japan, Korea, Switzerland, UK, USA and a worldwide network of distributors. The
majority of these centres employ Service Engineers who have undergone comprehensive Edwards training courses.

Order spare parts and accessories from your nearest Edwards company or distributor. When you order, state for each
part required:

z Model and item number of your equipment

z Serial number

z Item number and description of part.

7.2 Accessories
Figure 13 - nXDS accessories

1. Gas ballast adaptor blank 4. Silencer

2. Gas ballast adaptor 5. Exhaust nozzle
3. Inlet/exhaust filter 6. Vibration isolators

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7.2.1 Silencer

A silencer is available for the nXDS pump. Refer to Section 3.5 for guidance on its use.

Table 16 - Silencer

Product description Ordering information

Silencer NW25 A505-97-000

7.2.2 Gas ballast adaptor

A gas ballast adaptor may be fitted in place of the gas ballast control on the pump. The adaptor allows you to connect
a controlled supply of inert gas to the pump.
Table 17 - Gas ballast adaptor

Product description Ordering information

Gas ballast adaptor A735-01-809

7.2.3 Gas ballast adaptor blank

This adaptor kit allows you to convert a standard nXDS pump into an nXDS-R version. The gas ballast control is
replaced with a blank adaptor so that the gas ballast cannot be accidently opened. This feature is useful for
applications such as rare gas recirculation or gas recovery. Another advantage is improved leak tightness at this
location.
Table 18 - Gas ballast blank adaptor

Product description Ordering information

Gas ballast blank adaptor A735-01-806

7.2.4 Vibration isolators

Fit vibration isolators to the nXDS pump if you need to reduce the transmitted vibration from the pump to a structure,
such as a frame or a system.
Table 19 - Vibration isolators

Product description Ordering information

Vibration isolators (pack of 4) A248-01-404

7.2.5 Inlet/exhaust filter

The inlet dust filter has two functions. It can be connected inline between the pump inlet and your chamber outlet
connection to prevent dust from migrating into your system. Alternatively, it can be connected inline between the
pump exhaust and your exhaust extraction system. The filter is supplied ready to use with a 5 μm element.

Note: If connecting the exhaust filter onto the pump outlet, an NW25 / hose nozzle, C105-14-328 is available to
connect onto the outlet of the dust filter.
Table 20 - Inlet/exhaust filter

Product description Ordering information

Inlet/exhaust filter NW25/NW25 A505-97-805

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7.2.6 Exhaust nozzle

The exhaust nozzle screws into the outlet flange. Use the exhaust nozzle to connect the pump to the 12 mm internal
diameter plastic hose.
Table 21 - Exhaust nozzle

Product description Ordering information

Exhaust nozzle A505-09-000

7.2.7 Chemical resistance conversion kit

This adaptor kit allows you to convert a standard nXDS pump into an nXDS-C version. This conversion may be
necessary if you wish to use your pump on applications involving corrosive substances. For more information, contact
Edwards.
Table 22 - Chemical resistance conversion kit

Product description Ordering information

Chemical adaptor kit for nXDS 6i, 10i or 15i A735-01-807
Chemical adaptor kit for nXDS20i A735-01-808

7.2.8 Electrical cables

Refer to Table 23. The following electrical cables are available as accessories and should be used to connect the nXDS
pump to your electrical supply.
s

Table 23 - Electrical cables

Product description Ordering information

Lead Assembly, 10 A, C13, UK A505-05-000
Lead Assembly, 10 A, C13, Europe A505-06-000
Lead Assembly, 10 A, C13, USA A505-07-000
Lead Assembly, 10 A, C13, No Plug A505-08-000

7.2.9 Pump-to-controller cable

Use the control cable to control the nXDS pump using an Edwards (TIC) Turbo Instrument Controller or TIC Turbo
Controller, or a (TAG) Active Gauge controller.

Table 24 - Pump-to-controller cables

Product description Ordering information

1 m cable D395-00-835
2 m cable D395-00-836
5 m cable D395-00-837

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7.3 Spares

7.3.1 Tip-seal kit

Used to maintain or restore the performance of your pump. Refer to Section 5.10.
Table 25 - Tip-seal kit

Product description Ordering information

Tip-seal kit A735-01-801

7.3.2 Cooling fan

Used to replace the cooling fan located inside the nXDS fan cowl. Refer to Figure 1, item 4.
Table 26 - Cooling fan

Product description Ordering information

Cooling fan A735-01-707

7.3.3 Gas ballast knob

Replacement gas ballast control knob attached to the gas ballast control. Refer to Figure 1, item 3.
Table 27 - Gas ballast knob

Product description Ordering information

Gas ballast control knob A735-01-059

7.3.4 Silencer spares kit

Replacement spares for the nXDS silencer A505-97-000.

Table 28 - Silencer spares kit

Product description Ordering information

Silencer spares kit A505-97-800

7.3.5 Inlet/exhaust filter spares

Replacement elements for the inlet/exhaust filter A505-97-805.

Table 29 - Inlet/exhaust filter spares

Product description Ordering information

5 micron element A505-97-802
1 micron element A505-97-803

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7.3.6 Bearing replacement kit

Used when the pump has reached a long run service period. Refer to Section 5.7.
Table 30 - Bearing replacement kit

Product description Ordering information

Bearing replacement kit A735-01-802

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