Elmo Rletschle V-VC 400, V-VC500, V-VC700, V-VC900, V-VC1100 User Manual

Edition: 1.4.2012 · BA 233-EN

Original Operating Instructions

VV-VC 400 | 500 | 700 | 900 | 1100 | 1300

Vacuum pump

V-Serie

V-Series

Drehschieber

Rotary Vane

Table of contents

Table of contents

1	Foreword. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		4
1.1	Principles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		4
1.2	Target group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		4
1.3	Supplier documentation and accompanying documents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		4
1.4	Abbreviations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		4
1.5	Directives, standards, laws . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		4
1.6	Symbols and meaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		5
1.7	Technical terms and meaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		5
1.8	Copyright . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		5
2	Safety .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	6
2.1	Warning instruction markings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		6
2.2	General. .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	6
2.3	Designated use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		7
2.4	Unacceptable operating modes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		7
2.5	Personal qualifications and training . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		8
2.6	Safety-conscious work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		8
2.7	Safety notes for the operator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		8
2.8	Safety instructions for installing, commissioning and maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		9
2.9	Guarantee conditions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		9
3	Transport, storage and disposal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		10
3.1	Transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		10
	3.1.1	Unpack and check the delivery conditionn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	10
	3.1.2	Lifting and transporting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	10
3.2	Storage. .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	11
	3.2.1	Ambient conditions for storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	11
3.3	Disposal .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	11
4	Set up and operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		12
4.1	Setup . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	12
	4.1.1	Data plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	13
4.2	Description. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		13
4.3	Areas of application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		13
5	Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		14
5.1	Preparing for installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		14
5.2	Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		14
5.3	Connecting pipes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		15
5.4	Filling with lubricating oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		15
5.5	Connecting the motor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		16
6	Commissioning and decommissioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		17
6.1	Commissioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		17
	6.1.1	Checking the rotation direction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	18
	6.1.2	Setting the operating range (V-VC 400 - V-VC 900) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	18
6.2	Decommissioning/ storing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		19
6.3	Re-commissioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		19
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Maintenance and repair. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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7.1 Ensuring operational safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 7.2 Maintenance work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 7.2.1 Coupling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 7.2.2 Air filtering. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 7.2.3 Lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 7.2.4 Oil removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

7.3 Repair/ Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 7.4 Spare parts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

8	Malfunctions: Causes and elimination . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	28
9	Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	31

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Foreword

1Foreword

1.1Principles

These operating instructions:

• are a part of the following oil-flooded rotary vane vacuum pumps, V-VC 400, V-VC 500, V-VC 700, V-VC 900, V-VC 1100 and V-VC 1300.

• describe how to use them safely and properly in all life phases.

• must be available where the equipment is used.

1.2Target group

The target group for these instructions is technically trained specialists.

1.3Supplier documentation and accompanying documents

	Document	Contents	No.
		Operating Instructions	BA 233-EN
	Supplier documentation
		Declaration of Conformity	C 0045-EN
		Declaration of harmlessness	7.7025.003.17
	Spare parts’ list	Spare parts document	E 233
	Data sheet	Technical data and graphs	D 233
	Info sheet	Water vapour compatibility for oil-flooded	I 200
		vacuum pumps
	Info sheet	Storage guidelines for machines	I 150
	Manufacturer’s declaration	EU Directive 2002/95/EG (RoHS)	—

1.4Abbreviations

Fig.	Figure
V-VC	Vacuum pump
m3/h	Pumping capacity
mbar (abs.)	Final vacuum, operating vacuum

1.5Directives, standards, laws

See Conformity Declaration

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1.6Symbols and meaning

Symbol	Explanation
	Condition, pre-requisite
####	Instructions, action
a), b),...	Instructions in several steps
	Results
[-> 14]	Cross reference with page number
	Information, note

Safety symbol

Warns of potential risk of injury

Obey all the safety instructions with this symbol in order to avoid injury and death.

1.7Technical terms and meaning

	Term	Explanation
	Machines	Pump and motor combination ready to be connected
	Motor	Pump drive motor
	Vacuum pump	Machine to create a vacuum
	Rotary vane	Machine’s design or active principle
	Pumping capacity	Vacuum pump volume flow related to the condition in the suction con-
		nection
	Final pressure (abs.)	The maximum vacuum that a pump reaches when the suction opening is
		closed. Given as absolute pressure.
	Permanent vacuum	The vacuum or the suction range at which the pump operates perma-
		nently.
		The permanent vacuum or intake pressure is ≥ than the final vacuum and
		< than the atmospheric pressure.
	Noise emission	The noise emitted at a specific loading given as a figure, sound pressure
		level dB(A) as per EN ISO 3744..
	1.8 Copyright
		Passing on or copying this document, using and
		providing information on its contents are prohibited
		unless expressly permitted.

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2Safety

The manufacturer is not responsible for damage if you do not follow all of this documentation.

2.1Warning instruction markings

	Warning		Danger level	Consequences if not obeyed
	DANGER		immediately imminent danger	Death, severe bodily injury
	WARNING		possible imminent danger	Death, severe bodily injury
	CAUTION		possible hazardous situation	Slight bodily injury
	NOTICE		possible hazardous situation	Material damage

2.2 General

These operating instructions contain basic instructions for installation, commissioning, maintenance and inspection work which must be obeyed to ensure the safe operation of the machine and prevent physical and material damage.

The safety instructions in all sections must be taken into consideration.

The operating instructions must be read by the responsible technical personnel/ operator before installing and commissioning and must be fully understood. The contents of the operating instructions must always be available on site for the technical personnel / operator. Instructions fixed directly onto the machine must be obeyed and must always remain legible. This applies for example to:

• Symbols for connections

• Data and motor data plate

• Instruction and warning plates

The operator is responsible for observing local regulations.

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2.3Designated use

The machine must only be operated in such areas as are described in the operating instructions:

• only operate the machine in a technically perfect condition

• do not operate the machine when it is only partially assembled

• the machine must only be operated at an ambient temperature and a suction temperature of between 5 and 40°C

Please contact us for temperatures outside this range.

• the machine may convey, compress or extract the following media:

• Air

The air extracted may contain water vapour but no water or other liquids. For water vapour compatibility see Info I 200

• all non-explosive, non-inflammable, non-ag- gressive and non-poisonous dry gases and gas air mixtures

2.4Unacceptable operating modes

• extracting, conveying and compressing explosive, inflammable, aggressive or poisonous media, e.g. dust as per ATEX zone 20-22, solvents as well as gaseous oxygen and other oxidants

• extracting, conveying and compressing explosive, inflammable, aggressive, oxidative or poisonous media, e.g. dust as per ATEX zone 20-22, solvents

• using the machine in non-commercial plants if the necessary precautions and protective measures have not been taken in the plant

• installing in environments that are at risk of explosions

• using the machine in areas with ionising radiation

• back pressures on the outlet side of more than +0,1bars

• modifications to the machine and accessories

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Safety

2.5Personal qualifications and training

• Ensure that people entrusted with working on the machine have read and understood these operating instructions before starting work, particularly the safety instructions for installation, commissioning, maintenance and inspection work.

• Manage the responsibilities, competence and monitoring of staff

• all work must only be carried out be technical specialists:

• Installation, commissioning, maintenance and inspection work

• Working with electricity

• personnel being trained to work on the machine must be supervised by technical specialists only

2.6Safety-conscious work

The following safety regulations apply in addition to the safety instructions and intended use listed in these instructions:

• Accident prevention regulations, safety and operating regulations

• the standards and laws in force

2.7Safety notes for the operator

• hot parts of the machine must not be accessible during operation or must be fitted with a guard

• People must not be endangered by the free extraction or discharge of pumped media

• Risks arising from electrical energy must be eliminated.

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2.8Safety instructions for installing, commissioning and maintenance

•The operator will ensure that any installation, commissioning and maintenance work is carried out by authorised, qualified specialists who have gained sufficient information by an in-depth study of the operating instructions.

•Only work on the machine when it is idle and cannot be switched on again

•Ensure that you follow the procedure for decommissioning the machine described in the operating instructions.

•Fit or start up safety and protective devices again immediately after finishing work.

•Conversion work or modifications to the machine are only permissible with the manufacturer’s consent.

•Only use original parts or parts approved by the manufacturer. The use of other parts may invalidate liability for any consequences arising.

•Keep unauthorised people away from the machine

2.9Guarantee conditions

The manufacturer’s guarantee or warranty will no longer apply in the following cases:

• Improper use

• Not complying with these instructions

• Operation by insufficiently qualified staff

• Using spare parts that have not been approved by Gardner Denver Schopfheim GmbH

• Unauthorised modifications to the machine or the accessories supplied by Gardner Denver Schopfheim GmbH

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Transport, storage and disposal

3Transport, storage and disposal

3.1Transportation

3.1.1		Unpack and check the delivery conditionn
					a) Unpack the machine on receipt and check for
					transport damage.
					b) Notify the manufacturer of transport damage im-
					mediately.
					c) Dispose of the packaging in accordance with the
					local regulations in force.
3.1.2		Lifting and transporting
					WARNUNG
					Tod oder Quetschen von Gliedmaßen durch
					herabfallendes oder kippendes Transportgut!
					When transporting with the lifting device remem-
					ber:
					a) Select the lifting device suitable for the total
					weight to be transported.
					b) Ensure that the machine cannot tip and fall
.					c) Do not stop under a suspended load.
					d) Put the goods to be conveyed on a horizontal
					base.
					Lifting device/ Transporting with a crane
					WARNUNG
					Bodily injury resulting from improper operation
					a) Loads crosswise to the ring level are not per-
					mitted.
					b) Avoid impact stress.
2		1
					a) Tighten the eyebolt firmly.
					b) To lift and transport the machine it must be sus-
					pended on the pump housing eyebolt (Fig. 1/1)
					and the motor housing eyebolt (Fig. 1/2). If the
					eyebolt is missing the motor must be lifted with
					a rope sling.

Fig. 1 Lifting and transporting

1Eyebolt

2Eyebolt

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3.2	Storage
		NOTICE
		Material damage caused by improper storage.
			Ensure that the storage area meets the following
			conditions:
	a)		dust free
	b)		vibration free
3.2.1	Ambient conditions for storage
		Ambient conditions		Value
		Relative humidity		0% to 80%
		Storage temperature		-10°C to +60°C

For long-term storage (more than 3 months), it is useful to use a preservation oil rather than operating oil.

See Info “Machine storage guidelines” I 150

3.3Disposal

WARNING

Danger from inflammable, corrosive or poisonous substances.

Machines that come into contact with hazardous substances must be decontaminated before disposal.

When disposing ensure the following:

a) Collect oils and grease separately and dispose of in accordance with the local regulations in force.

b) Do not mix solvents, limescale removers and paint residues

c) Remove components and dispose of them in accordance with the local regulations in force.

d) Dispose of the machine in accordance with the national and local regulations in force.

e) Parts subject to wear and tear (marked as such in the spare parts list) are special waste and must be disposed of in accordance with the national and local waste laws.

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