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Design of side channel blowers in conjunction with frequency inverters
Declaration of conformity.................................................................................................................. 49
Form for statement on safety ........................................................................................................... 50
Design of side channel blowers in conjunction with frequency inverters
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Position Description
1 Frequency inverter
2 Inlet connection with muffler and arrow indicating delivery direction
3 Discharge connection with muffler and arrow indicating delivery direction
4 Base
5 Arrow indicating direction of rotation
6 Blower cover
7 blower housing
8 Drive motor
9 Fan guard above the motor fan with rating plate, warning notices and arrow
indicating direction of rotation
10 Status display with 2 light-emitting diodes (red, green)
11 Communication interface for connecting the hand-held keypad
Fig. 1: Design of side channel blowers in conjunction with frequency inverters
Side channel blowers are pre-configured for four
operating modes. It only takes a few steps and
they are ready for operation:
ACHTUNG
The drive motor is protected against
overheating by a thermal detector.
– If the drive motor gets too hot, the
frequency inverter will switch off the
pump-motor unit.
– Please contact the manufacturer if the
hydraulic process does not allow
immediate switch-off.
A minimum wiring is required for
commissioning! ( 21)
1 Read the safety instructions.
The safety instructions start on page 5.
2 Install the pump-motor unit and attach it.
Listing of the mounting steps starts on
3 Wire the pump-motor unit.
4 Put the pump-motor unit into operation.
5 Adapt important process parameters.
page 15.
Please observe that a minimum wiring is
required!
Otherwise commissioning of the pump-
motor unit is not possible.
Important notes concerning the wiring
start on page 21.
Description of the commissioning steps
starts on page 33.
Adapt acceleration and deceleration time to
the hydraulic process via C0012 and
C0013.
Description of parameter changing
starts on page 34.
6 Adjust the speed.
A) Speed adjustment using a potentiometer
The speed is adjusted via the analog input.
The speed can be adjusted between
aminimum and a maximum
value.Description of potentiometer wiring
starts on page 29.
B) Operation with several adjustable fixed
speeds
The speed of the pump−motor unit can be
adjusted in steps of 1000/min via the digital
inputs E3 and E4.
Description of the wiring of E3 and E4
starts on page29.
C) Operation with one fixed speed
Connect hand−held keypad.
Set required fixed speed under C0140.
Disconnect hand−held keypad.
The pump−motor unit will be operated with
this speed when switched on.
Description of hand−held keypad
connection and parameter changing
starts on page34.
D) Speed adjustment using the keypad
Connect hand−held keypad.
Select C0140.
Set the required speed during the
process using the keys _..
The pump−motor unit will be operated with
the last set speed when switched on.
Description of hand−held keypad
connection and parameter changing
starts on page34.
To point out dangers and important information,
the following signal words and symbols are used
in these Operating Instructions:
1.1.1 Safety alert symbols and signal words
The safety alert symbol is located in the safety
instructions in the highlighted heading field on the
left next to the signal word (DANGER,
WARNING, CAUTION).
Safety instructions with a safety alert symbol
indicate a danger of injuries.
Be sure to follow these safety instructions to
protect against injuries or death!
Safety instructions without a safety alert symbol
indicate a danger of damage. – Be sure to follow
these safety instructions to avoid material
damage!
1.1.2 Signal words
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
NOTICE
NOTE
Danger of injuries.
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation,
that will result in death or serious injury if the
corresponding measures are not taken.
Danger of injuries.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, that
could result in death or serious injury if the
corresponding measures are not taken.
The signal words are located in
the safety precautions in the
highlighted heading field.
They follow a certain hierarchy
and indicate (in conjunction with
the safety alert symbol, see
Chapter 1) the seriousness of
the danger and the type of
warning.
See the following explanations:
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
Danger of injuries.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, that
may result in minor or moderate injury if the
corresponding measures are not taken.
CAUTION
Danger of damage.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that
may result in property damage if the
corresponding measures are not taken.
NOTICE
Indicates a possible disadvantage, i.e.
undesirable conditions or consequences can
occur if the corresponding measures are not
taken.
NOTE
Indicates a possible advantage if the
corresponding measures are taken; tip.
1.1.3 Abbreviations used
Product designation
For gas side channel blower in conjunction with
frequency inverters the term pump−motor unit is
used in these Instructions.
Cross−reference
Cross−references to other parts of these
Instructions are marked with a book symbol:
( 9)
1.2 General safety and application notes
WARNING
Improper use of the pump−motor unit can
result in serious or even fatal injuries!
These Operating Instructions
must have been read completely and
understood before beginning any work with
or at the pump−motor unit,
must be strictly observed,
must be available at the operating location of
Improper use of the pump−motor unit can
result in serious or even fatal injuries!
Only operate the pump−motor unit
for the purposes indicated under "Application
as directed"!
with the media indicated under "Application
as directed"!
with the values indicated under "Technical
data"!
WARNING
Improper use of the pump−motor unit can
result in serious or even fatal injuries!
All work on and with the pump−motor unit
(transport, installation, operation, shut−down,
maintenance, disposal) may only be carried out
by trained, reliable expert personnel!
WARNING
When working on the pump−motor unit,
there is a danger of injury, e.g. in the form
of cuts/cutting off, crushing and burns!
During all work on and with the pump−motor
unit (transport, installation, operation,
shut−down, maintenance, disposal) wear
personal safety equipment (safety helmet,
safety gloves, safety shoes)!
WARNING
Hair and clothing can be pulled into the
pump−motor unit or caught and wound up
by moving parts! Do not wear long, loose
hair or wide, loose clothing! Use a hairnet!
DANGER!
Electrical danger!
Work on electrical installations may be carried
out by trained and authorized electricians only!
DANGER!
Electrical danger!
Before beginning work on the pump−motor unit
or system, the following measures must be
carried out :
Deenergize.
Secure against being switched on again.
Determine whether deenergized.
Ground and short−circuit.
Cover or block off adjacent energized parts.
DANGER!
Electrical danger!
Do not open the frequency inverter until
absence of electricity has been ensured!
WARNING
Danger due to vacuum and gauge pressure:
sudden escape of media (skin and eye
injuries), sudden drawing−in of hair and
clothing!
Danger due to escaping media: burns!
Use mounting elements, connections, lines,
fittings and containers with sufficient freedom
from leaks and strength for the pressures which
occur.
Check the mounting elements, connections,
lines, fittings and containers for strength, leaks
and firm seating at regular intervals!
WARNING
Danger from rotating parts (motor fan,
impeller, shaft): cutting/cutting off of
extremities, grasping/winding up of hair and
clothing!
Danger due to vacuum and gauge pressure:
sudden escape of media (skin and eye
injuries), sudden drawing−in of hair and
clothing!
Danger due to escaping media: burns!
Commissioning and operation only under the
following conditions:
The pump−motor unit must be completely
assembled. When doing so, pay particular
attention to the following components:
– the blower cover,
– the mufflers on inlet and discharge
connections,
– the fan guard.
The pipes and hoses must be connected to
inlet and discharge connections.
Inlet and discharge connections and the
connected pipes/hoses may not be closed,
clogged or soiled.
Check the mounting elements, connections
of the pipe/hose connections, lines, fittings
and containers for strength, leaks and firm
seating at regular intervals.
Danger from rotating parts (motor fan,
impeller, shaft): cutting/cutting off of
extremities, grasping/winding up of hair and
clothing!
Danger due to vacuum and gauge pressure:
sudden escape of media (skin and eye
injuries), sudden drawing−in of hair and
clothing!
Danger due to escaping media: burns!
Before beginning work on the pump−motor unit,
take the following measures :
Shut down pump−motor unit and secure
against being switched on again.
Attach a sign on the system controller and
on the control elements for the pump−motor
unit: "DANGER! Maintenance work on the
vacuum pump/compressor! Do not switch
on!"
Wait for pump−motor unit to come to a
complete stop.
– Observe run−on time!
Allow pump−motor unit to cool!
Shut−off lines.
– Release pressure.
Make sure that no vacuum or gauge
pressure is present in the lines/tanks to be
opened.
Make sure that no media can escape.
WARNING
Danger from rotating impeller:
cutting/cutting off of extremities!
The rotating impeller is accessible with the inlet
and discharge connections open!
Do not reach into the pump−motor unit through
open connections!
Do not insert objects into the pump−motor unit
through the openings!
WARNING
Danger of burns from hot surface of the
pump−motor unit and from hot media!
High temperatures of up to approx. 160 °C
[320 °F] can occur on the surface of the
pump−motor unit:
Cover the pump−motor unit with a suitable
touch protection (e.g. perforated plate cover
or wire cover).
Do not touch during operation!
Allow to cool after shut−down!
1.3 Residual risks
WARNING
Danger zone:
Hot surface of up to approx.160 °C [320 °F].
Hazard:
Possible burns.
Protective measures:
Cover the pump−motor unit with a suitable
touch protection (e.g. perforated plate cover or
wire cover).
WARNING
Danger zone:
Fan guard
Hazard:
Long, loose hair can be drawn into motor fan
through the fan guard grate, even with
fan guard mounted!
Protective measures:
Wear hair net!
WARNING
Danger from rotating impeller:
cutting/cutting off of extremities!
The rotating impeller is accessible with the inlet
and discharge connections open!
With free entry and exit of gases, i.e. with direct
intake out of or direct feeding into the
atmosphere without piping, the following
therefore applies:
Provide the inlet and discharge connections
of the pump−motor unit either with additional
mufflers or with additional piping of a
sufficient length to prevent access to the
impeller!
These Operating Instructions are valid for G-BH1e series side channel blowers in conjunction with
frequency inverters equipped with the following frequency inverters:
Type
Supply voltage
2FC 4 xxx - 1NE00 1x 35
4 = 400 V/500 V
Power
(e.g.152 = 15 ´ 10
(e.g.. 752 = 75 ´ 10
2
W = 1,5 kW)
2
W = 7,5 kW)
1NE00 = integrated inverter
Hardware version
Software version
Fig. 2: Typschild
These Operating Instructions
contain instructions bearing on transport and
handling, installation, commissioning,
operation, shut−down, storage, servicing and
disposal,
must be completely read and understood by
all operating and servicing personnel before
beginning to work,
must be strictly observed,
must be available at the site of operation in a
complete and perfectly legible condition.
– With differing gases/gas−air mixtures,
inquire with the manufacturer.
are intended for industrial applications.
are designed for continuous operation:
– With increased switch−on frequency (at
equal intervals of approx. 5 times per hour)
or increased gas entry temperature and
ambient temperature, the limit
overtemperature of the winding and the
bearings can be exceeded.
– Consultation with the manufacturer is
required for operating conditions of this
kind.
Operating and servicing personnel
are equipped with a three−phase drive motor
These persons must be trained and
authorized for the work to be carried out.
Work on electrical installations may be carried
out by trained and authorized electricians
only.
G-BH1e series side channel blowers in
conjunction with frequency inverters
are pump−motor units for generating vacuum
or gauge pressure.
are used to extract, pump and compress the
following gases:
– Air,
– Non−flammable, non−aggressive,
non−toxic and non−explosive gases or
with mounted frequency inverter.
are available in the following models:
– single−impeller (single−stage)
– two−impeller (two−stage) for increased
pressure difference
– two−impeller (double−flow) for increased
delivery volume
During operation the limit values listed under
"Technical data" must always be complied with.
( 11)
gas−air mixtures.
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other than industrial applications unless the
necessary protection is provided on the
system, e.g. touch guards suitable for
children’s fingers,
to use the pump−motor units in rooms in
which explosive gases can occur,
to extract, deliver and compress explosive,
flammable, corrosive or toxic media,
to operate the pump−motor units with values
other than those specified in the chapter
"Technical data".
Any unauthorized modifications of the
pump−motor units are prohibited for safety
reasons.
The operator is only permitted to perform the
maintenance and service work described in these
Operating Instructions.
Any maintenance and service work which goes
beyond this many only be performed by
companies authorized by the manufacturer
(inquire with the manufacturer).
Measuring-surface sound-pressure level as per
EN ISO 3744, measured at a distance of 1 m
[3.28 ft] at an operating point of approximately
2/3 of the permissible total pressure difference
with the lines connected without a vacuum or
pressure relief valve, tolerance 3 dB (A).
The information listed in the following tables
corresponds to the heating of the side channel
housing and the air exiting compared to the
ambient temperature during operation with a
permissible total pressure difference and an air
pressure of 1013 mbar [14.7 psi]. At lower air
pressures these values increase.
The following values apply if no other data are
given.
With non−electrical connections, property classes
of 8.8 and 8 or higher as per DIN ISO 898 (DIN
EN 20898 / DIN ISO 898) are assumed.
Acceleration resistant up to 2g (Germanischer Lloyd, general conditions)
Vibration velocity
max. v
4 mm/s [0,013 ft/s] Depending on the application case and the
eff
system type it may be necessary to use vibration
dampers.
Site altitude
min. 0 m üNN [0 ft amsl] max. 1000 m üNN [3280 ft amsl] For installations above 1000 m amslA [3280 ft
amsl] consultation of the manufacturer is
required.
Climatic conditions
Class 3K3 to EN 50178 (without condensation, relative humidity 30 ... 95 %)
Ambient temperatures
Transport min. -25°C [-13°F]
max. +70°C [+158°F]
Storage min. -25°C [-13°F]
max. +60°C [+140°F]
Operation min. -20°C [-4°F]
max. +40°C [+104°F]
rated value +25°C [+77°F]
Between +25 °C [+77 °F] and +40 °C [+104 °F]
reduce the total pressure difference indicated on
the rating plate by 0.7 %/°C [0.4 %/°F].
Operation at higher temperatures may damage
the winding and shorten the grease change
interval.
Temperature of pumped gases
max. +40°C [+104°F]
rated value +15°C [+59°F]
Pump−motor units for higher media
temperatures Pump on request.
Pressures
Inlet pressure min. See rating plate
Discharge pressure
max. See rating plate
during compressor
operation
Permissible total
pressure difference
max. See rating plate The total pressure difference specified on the
rating plate only applies under the following
conditions:
Ambient temperature: 25 °C [77 °F]
Temperature of the pumped gas at the inlet
connection: 15 °C [59 °F]
Pressure:
– for vacuum−pump operation: 1013 mbar
[14.7 psia] at the discharge connection
– for compressor operation:
1013 mbar [14.7 psia] at the inlet
connection
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Aggregat
max. 2 bar abs. [29 psia] At this pressure the operation of the
pump−motor unit may be considerably impaired.
Provide a corresponding protective device (e.g.
pressure relief valve) if necessary.
Tipping or falling can lead to crushing,
broken bones etc.!
Sharp edges can cause cuts!
Wear personal safety equipment (safety
gloves, safety shoes and safety helmet)
during transport!
WARNING
Danger from lifting heavy loads!
Manual handling of the pump−motor unit is only
permitted within the following limits:
max. 30 kg [max. 66 lbs] for men
max. 10 kg [max. 22 lbs] for women
max. 5 kg [max. 11 lbs] for pregnant women
For weights above the given values use
suitable lifting appliances and handling
equipment!
Weight of the pump−motor units: ( 11)
WARNING
Danger from tipping or falling loads!
Place the lifting belts under the side channel
housing and under the motor.
Attach the lifting belts in such a way that the
suspending pump−motor unit is balanced
and cannot slip out of the lifting belts.
3.2 Transport types
Pump−motor unit damage caused by
improper manual handling!
Do not carry the pump−motor unit by holding
it at the frequency inverter!
Avoid heavy impact loads during transport.
Pump−motor unit damage caused by
improper transport with lifting appliances!
Do not attach the lifting appliances to the
WARNING
CAUTION
CAUTION
frequency inverter!
Danger from tipping or falling loads!
Prior to transport and handling make sure
that all components are securely assembled
and secure or remove all components the
fasteners of which have been loosened!
When transporting with lifting equipment,
observe the following basic rules:
– The lifting capacity of lifting equipment
and lifting gear must be at least equal to
the unit’s weight. For the weight of the
pump−motor units see:: ( 11)
– The pump−motor unit must be secured
so that it cannot tip or fall.
– Do not stand or walk under suspended
loads!
3.1 Transport devices
All pump−motor units with a weight of more than
30 kg are equipped with an eye bolt at the side
channel housing.
The crane hook can be hooked directly into the
eye bolt.
Alternatively the pump−motor units can be
transported with lifting belts.
The eye bolt at the side channel housing
must
– be screwed tightly.
– be exactly in axial direction of the
pump−motor unit. Lay shims under the
eye bolt if necessary.
Loads laterally to the ring level are not
permissible.
Avoid heavy impact loads during transport.
Type of transport Type
manually with lifting
appl.
Single−impeller design
2BH1400-7.N1. X
2BH1400-7.N2. X
2BH1500-7.N3. X
2BH1600-7.N3. X
2BH180.-7.N0. X
2BH180.-7.N1.
Two−impeller design
2BH1310-7.N2. X
2BH1410-7.N4. X
2BH1510-7.N5. X
2BH1610-7.N3. X
2BH1610-7.N4.
Improper use of the pump−motor unit can
result in serious or even fatal injuries!
Have you read the chapter "Safety
instructions"? ( 5)
Otherwise you may not carry out any work with
or on the pump−motor unit!
DANGER!
Danger from missing view into area of
pump−motor unit!
When operating the control elements without a
view into the area of the pump−motor unit,
there is a danger that the pump−motor unit will
be switched on while other persons are still
performing work on it. Severest injuries are
possible!
Provide control elements at a location with a
view of the pump−motor unit.
DANGER!
Electrical danger!
The pump−motor unit must be installed so that
the electrical equipment cannot be damaged by
external influences!
In particular, the incoming cables must be
routed securely, e.g. in cable ducts, in the floor
etc.
WARNING
Danger of balance damage caused by
vibration!
Vibrating environments can cause balance
damage!
Install the pump−motor unit on a solid
foundation or on a solid mounting surface.
Check screw glands/unions for mounting the
pump−motor unit on the mounting surface
regularly for strength and firm seating.
WARNING
Danger of crushing due to pump−motor unit
tipping over!
Wear personal safety equipment (safety gloves
and safety shoes).
Handle the pump−motor unit with the
appropriate care.
Install the pump−motor unit on a solid
foundation or on a solid mounting surface!
Check screw glands/unions for mounting the
pump−motor unit on the mounting surface
regularly for strength.
WARNING
Danger of fire from flammable substances!
The pump−motor unit must never come into
contact with flammable substances.
For exact information on the temperature
increase see: ( 11).
WARNING
Danger of burns from hot surface of the
pump−motor unit and from hot media!
High temperatures of up to approx. 160 °C
[320 °F] can occur on the surface of the
pump−motor unit.
The pump−motor unit must be installed so that
accidental touch of its surface is not possible.
Cover the pump−motor unit with a suitable
touch protection (e.g. perforated plate cover or
wire cover).
WARNING
Danger of injuries from flying parts!
Select installation so that parts that are thrown
out through the grate if the motor fan breaks
cannot hit persons!
CAUTION
Danger of tripping and falling!
Make sure the pump−motor unit does not
present a danger of tripping.
Lay cables and pipes so that they cannot be
reached during operation (recessed in floor, in
ducts on the wall etc.).
Danger of overheating due to hot surface of
pump−motor unit!
High temperatures can occur on the surface of
the pump−motor unit.
Temperature−sensitive parts, such as cables or
electronic components, may not come into
contact with the surface of the pump−motor
unit.
CAUTION
Danger of pump−motor unit damage caused
by penetration of foreign bodies!
On delivery all connection openings are closed
in order to prevent the penetration of foreign
bodies. Remove the seals right before the
respective mounting step.
Installation sequence
The pump−motor unit is ready to connect on
delivery.
CAUTION
The pump−motor unit may be damaged if it
is installed and commissioned after longer
storage periods without special preparation!
If the pump−motor unit was stored for a longer
period prior to installation, it has to be prepared
for installation: ( 41)
Carry out the following steps to install the
pump−motor unit:
1 Set up the pump−motor unit and attach it.
2 Mount the muffler (supplied loose) if
necessary.
3 Mount the threaded flange or hose flange to
the muffler if necessary.
4 Connect inlet and discharge connections to
the system.
5 Establish electrical connection.
4.1 Installation
CAUTION
Pump−motor unit damage caused by
incorrect mounting or use under
impermissible ambient conditions!
Install and connect the pump−motor unit only
according to the instructions given in this
chapter.
If the pump−motor unit is to be used under
differing operating conditions, the manufacturer
must be consulted.
NOTE
Dimensioned drawings with detailed
dimensions, including fastening dimensions,
are provided by the manufacturer.
4.1.1 Important notes
Ambient conditions
The pump−motor unit is suitable for installation
in a dusty or damp environment,
in buildings,
in the open.
– For proper installation in the open, protect
the pump−motor unit from exposure to
intensive sunlight, e.g. by attaching a
protective roof.
– Further special protective devices against
the effects of weathering are not required.
The motors of the units are to enclosure IP55.
The insulation is tropic−proof.
Installation conditions
Attach the pump−motor unit only to even
surfaces.
Do not exceed the maximum permissible
vibration velocity veff = 4mm/s [0.013 ft/s].
Installation altitude max. 1000 m amsl [3280 ft
amsl].
– When installing at an altitude of more than
1000 m [3280 ft] above sea level, first
inquire with the manufacturer.