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i150 Peristaltic Pump
Operating Manual
Please ensure you read and understand these instructions before using
the i150 Peristaltic Pump
Rev.2
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WARNING!
PLEASE READ THE OPERATING
MANUAL CAREFULLY
PLEASE READ THE WARNINGS &
RATING LABEL ON THE BASE OF
THE UNIT
THIS EQUIPMENT SHOULD ONLY
BE USED AS SPECIFIED IN THIS
OPERATING MANUAL
IF OPERATED IN A MANNER NOT
SPECIFIED, THE PROTECTION
PROVIDED MAY BE IMPAIRED
NEVER TAKE CHANCES WITH
SAFETY!
IF IN DOUBT, ALWAYS ASK!
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HEALTH & SAFETY
As manufacturers of scientific equipment, we are obliged under the terms of the
Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 (for the UK) to provide our users with instructions
on the safe installation, operation and maintenance of our equipment.
Our equipment is designed to accepted standards and does not entail any hazard if
used in accordance with the instructions provided.
The following safety precautions should be observed by all personnel using this
equipment.
General
1. Before operating the pump, please read and make sure you understand this
manual. If in any doubt contact:-
iPumps Limited
Email: [email protected] or
[email protected]
Web: www.ipumps.biz
2. Laboratory equipment is complex and is intended to be used only by suitably
qualified and trained personnel.
3. A risk assessment should be carried out by a suitably qualified member of staff
before working with this equipment.
4. Observe good housekeeping practices at all times. Keep the equipment and
adjacent areas clean, dry and uncluttered.
5. Take precautions. Wear the correct protective clothing and eye protection
when handling liquids, gases or mechanical items.
6. Should any malfunctions occur or be suspected, immediately call a qualified
service engineer or supervisor to investigate.
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Electrical Hazards
1. Do not remove any covers. There are voltages in excess of 24 volts AC
behind the covers. There are no operable controls.
2. Please ensure you unplug the pump from the mains power supply when the
pumps needs maintenance or repair.
3. An electrical safety check should be carried out annually.
Mechanical Hazards
Take extra care when using peristaltic pumps:-
1. Always ensure the pump switch is in the STOP position before loading tubing.
2. Never put fingers into the pump even when in the STOP position.
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Declaration of
Conformity
This is to certify that the following iPumps unit:-
iPumps Model i150
complies with Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 89/336/EEC
(with amendment 92/31) and Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC and
also complies with Machinery Directive 89/392 (with amendments
91/368 and 93/44)
D. MILNE, Director
For and on behalf of iPumps Ltd
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HOW TO CONTACT US
Post: iPumps Ltd
12 Willis Walk
Northway
Tewkesbury
Glos GL20 8RW
UK
Email:
Sales [email protected]
Service [email protected]
Service Enquiries
When contacting us for service, please endeavour to provide
the Model and Serial Number of your equipment. This is
shown on the Serial Number label affixed to the rear of the
equipment.
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EUROPEAN WASTE ELECTRICAL &
ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT DIRECTIVE
In order to support the European WEEE (Waste Electrical & Electronic
Equipment) Directive, our equipment carries the "crossed out wheeled bin"
symbol to indicate that, at the end of its life, it should be collected
separately for recycling and disposal of any potentially hazardous material.
In countries where collection programmes are not in place, you may return
your end-of-life equipment to us. Please contact us for further information.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
UNPACKING
The iPumps Model i150 comes already assembled with the pump head. We
would recommend that you retain the original packing material in a safe place
should you ever require to return the unit to the manufacturer.
INTRODUCTION
The iPumps Model i150 pump has been designed and manufactured to a high
standard to give long and reliable operation.
The pump delivers flow rates from 0.06 to 380 mls/min.
The speed can be adjusted manually using the easy-to-operate membrane
keypad, or automatically through an external control interface.
The running parameters of the pump are stored so that when it is switched on it
will run at the same parameters as when last used.
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Figure 1 - i150 Front View
Figure 1.1 Pump drive
Figure 1.2 Pump head A1 R3
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Figure 2 - i150 Rear View
1
5
Figure 2.1 External control interface
Figure 2.2 Power switch
Figure 2.3 Power socket
Figure 2.4 Built-in fuse with spare fuse
Figure 2.5 Serial number plate
Figure 2.6 Data/rating plate (on base of unit)
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BASIC OPERATION
Figure 3
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6
7
1
8
2
4
Figure 3.1 Stop/Start key
Figure 3.2 Direction key
Figure 3.3 Speed Increase key
Figure 3.4 Speed Decrease key
Figure 3.5 Prime key
Figure 3.6 Speed (rpm) display
Figure 3.7 Direction indicator
Figure 3.8 External Control indicator
Note: When the Prime key is in operation, all other keys are invalid.
Stop/Start Key
Press the Stop/Start (Fig 3.1) key to start or stop the pump. This key does
not operate in the Prime position.
Direction Keys
Press the Direction key (Fig 3.2) to change the rotating direction of the
pump. The Direction indicator (Fig 3.7) will also change to show the
direction in which the pump is running. This key does not operate in the
Prime position.
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Speed (rpm) Increase/Decrease Keys
Press the Speed Increase (Fig 3.3) or Decrease (Fig. 3.4) key once to
increase or decrease the speed in steps of 0.1rpm. Continuously holding
the key down will increase or decrease the speed more rapidly. These keys
do not operate in the Prime position.
Prime
In normal operation, when no other keys are pressed, pressing the Prime
key (Fig 3.5) causes the pump to run at full speed (100 rpm). The LED
displays " - - -". The Prime key is used for emptying, filling or rinsing. Press
the Prime key again to return to the normal state.
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PUMP HEADS
Pump Head Part Numbering System
Pump Head A 1 R3
Number of Rollers
Number of Channels
Pump Head Type
PUMP HEAD A1 R3
Loading the Tubing
Press down the triggers in the direction of the
arrows to open the compression block
Load the tubing
Press the triggers in the direction of the arrows
to close the compression block
Check that the tube is correctly located in the
tubing retention slot indicated
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Flow Rates for the A1 R3 Pump Head
Tube Type ID X Wall Tube OD Flow Rate Flow Rate at
Per Revolution 100 rpm (Max)
13# 0.8 x 1.6 4 0.063 6.33
14# 1.6 x 1.6 4.8 0.25 25.0
19# 2.4 x 1.6 5.6 0.416 41.6
16# 3.2 x 1.6 6.4 0.77 76.6
25# 4.8 x 1.6 8 1.60 160.0
17# 6.4 x 1.6 9.6 2.66 266.6
18# 8 x 1.6 11.2 3.66 366.6
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Checking the Pump head Occlusion
Load the tubing into the pump head and insert one end of the tubing into a
beaker of water and blow on the other side. There should be no bubbles in
the water. If there are air bubbles in the water, it is because the wall thickness
of the tubing is incorrect for that pump head.
CHANGING THE PUMP HEAD
The Pump head is installed on the drive before leaving the factory. Please
follow the instructions below when fitting a new Pump head.
Figure 4
Note: Always shut down the power supply before changing the Pump
head.
1. Loosen the holding screws (Figure 4.1) and remove the pump head.
2. Insert the flat end of the new pump head shaft into the slot in the drive
coupling. It is convenient to use a screwdriver in the slot in the front of
the pump head to assist location.
3. Line up the pump head and re-insert the holding screws. The screws
are finger tight and should not be over-tightened.
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PUMP HEAD TYPE B
Figure 5
Pump head Type B (Figure 5) takes tubing in cassettes (Figure 6) which are
loaded into the pump head. To adjust the occlusion, there is an occlusion lever
(Figure 5.1). When you first use the cassette, turn the occlusion lever fully
counter-clockwise, then slowly rotate it clockwise until liquid starts to flow, then
add two extra clicks.
Note: Occlusion may need to be adjusted during long pump runs.
To release the cassette, press the trigger (Figures 7 & 8).
Figure 6 Figure 7 Figure 8
The i150 is designed to take the B2 R10 two-channel pump head but the B4 R6
four-channel pump head can also be used at reduced speeds of up to 50 rpm.
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Flow Rates for the B4 R6 Pump Head
ID X Wall Tube OD Flow Rate Flow Rate at
Per Revolution 100 rpm (Max)
1.02 x 0.86 2.7 0.057 5.7
1.52 x 0.86 3.2 0.15 15.0
2.1 x 0.86 3.8 0.21 21.6
2.4 x 0.86 4.1 0.25 25.0
3.17 x 0.80 4.8 0.48 48.0
Flow Rates for the B2 R10 Pump Head
ID X Wall Tube OD Flow Rate Flow Rate at
Per Revolution 100 rpm (Max)
1.02 x 0.86 2.7 0.045 4.5
1.52 x 0.86 3.2 0.12 12.0
2.1 x 0.86 3.8 0.17 17.0
2.4 x 0.86 4.1 0.20 20.0
3.17 x 0.80 4.8 0.32 32.0
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EXTERNAL CONTROL MODULES
There are 5 external control modules available allowing the pump to be
controlled from an external source:-
0 - 5V analog input
0 - 10V analog input
4 - 20mA analog input
0 - 10KHz Pulse Input
RS 485*
*Please contact iPumps for the
communication protocol
Pin Definition of 0 to 5V, 0 to 10V, 4-20mA
Standard External External Control Interface
Control Interface
1
0 to 5V, 0 to 10V, 4-20mA
GND speed control input
4
1 2 3 4 5 2
3
Start/Stop
CW/CCW control input
control input
Pulse Input COM
External Control 5
Interface
4
RS 485*
COM
5
TTL pulse speed control input
Max. rpm corresponds to 10KHz A B GND
Insert the external control module into the external control socket on the rear of
the pump (Figure 2.1). The external light on the membrane keypad will illuminate
and make the relevant connections.
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MAINTENANCE
We recommend that the tubing pressure is released when the pump is not in
use. This helps to protect the tubing and rollers from unnecessary strain
and prolongs their service life.
Keep the rollers clean and dry.
The surface of the drive and rollers can be cleaned with mild detergent in
warm water. Do not use organic solvents, aggressive or abrasive liquids.
Should you have any problems with your i150 pump, please contact your iPump
distributor.
WARRANTY
The i150 pump carries a warranty of 12 months from date of purchase.
Although this is a no-quibble warranty, accidental damage to the pump and
tubing are excluded.
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
Functions
Acceptable Pump A1 R3 single channel
Heads B2 R10 two channel
B4 R6 four channel (for use at reduced speed)
External Controls Start/Stop
CW/CCW
Speed (0-5V, 0-10V, 4-20mA & 0-10KHz optional)
Prime Fast filling and emptying
Speed Control The speed can be adjusted manually or
automatically through the external control interface
Display Current rpm
Direction
Running status
External Control
Direction Control CW and CCW reversible
Communication RS485
Function
Memory Function Running parameters stored automatically (the
running status must stay for at least 5 seconds)
Specifications
Speed 0.1 to 100 rpm
Speed Precision 0.1 rpm
Speed Adjustment Membrane keypad continuously adjustable
Display Mode 3 digit LED displays current running rpm
Acceptable Voltage 90 to 260 VAC, 50/60 Hz
Input
Power Consumption Less than 30 Watts
Operating Conditions Temperature 0 to 40C
Relative humidity less than 80%
Dimensions (Drive only) 232 x 142 x 149 mm
LxWxH
Weight (Drive only) 2.3 kgs
IP Rating IP31
