Edition: 1.12.2009 · BA 150/3-EN
Original Operating Instructions
V-VCA / V-VCE
V-VCA 25 | 40 | V-VCE 25 | 40
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 qualifi cations 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 condition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 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 Motor anschließen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
6.2 Decommissioning/ storing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
6.3 Re-commissioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
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7 Maintenance and repair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
7.1 Ensuring operational safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
7.2 Maintenance work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
7.2.1 Air fi ltering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
7.2.2 Lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
7.2.3 Oil removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
7.2.4 Coupling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
7.3 Repair/ Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
7.4 Spare parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
8 Malfunctions: Causes and elimination . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
9 Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
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Foreword
1 Foreword
1.1 Principles
These operating instructions:
• are a part of the following oil-fl ooded rotary vane
vacuum pumps, V-VCA 25, V-VCA 40, V-VCE 25
and V-VCE 40.
• describe how to use them safely and properly in
all life phases.
• must be available where the equipment is used.
1.2 Target group
The target group for these instructions is technically
trained specialists.
1.3 Supplier documentation and accompanying documents
Document Contents No.
Operating Instructions BA 150/3-EN
Supplier documentation
Declaration of Conformity C 0043-EN
Declaration of harmlessness 7.7025.003.17
Spare parts’ list Spare parts document E 150 / E 154
Data sheet Technical data and graphs D 150/3 / D 154/3
Info sheet
Water vapour compatibility for oil-fl ooded
vacuum pumps
I 200
Info sheet Storage guidelines for machines I 150
Manufacturer’s declaration
EU Directive 2002/95/EG (RoHS)
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1.4 Abbreviations
Fig. Figure
V-VCA / V-VCE
Vacuum pump
3
/h Pumping capacity
m
mbar (abs.) Final vacuum, operating vacuum
1.5 Directives, standards, laws
See Conformity Declaration
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1.6 Symbols and meaning
Symbol Explanation
Condition, pre-requisite
#### Instructions, action
a), b),... Instructions in several steps
Results
Foreword
[-> 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.
1.7 Technical 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 fl ow related to the condition in the suction connection
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 fi nal vacuum and
< than the atmospheric pressure.
Noise emission
The noise emitted at a specifi c loading given as a fi gure, 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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Safety
2 Safety
The manufacturer is not responsible for damage if
you do not follow all of this documentation.
2.1 Warning instruction markings
Warning Danger level Consequences if not obeyed
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
NOTICE
2.2 General
immediately imminent danger Death, severe bodily injury
possible imminent danger Death, severe bodily injury
possible hazardous situation Slight bodily injury
possible hazardous situation Material damage
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 fi xed 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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Safety
2.3 Designated 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 12 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-infl ammable, non-ag-
gressive and non-poisonous dry gases and
gas air mixtures
2.4 Unacceptable operating modes
• extracting, conveying and compressing explosive, infl ammable, 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, infl ammable, 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
• modifi cations to the machine and accessories
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Safety
2.5 Personal qualifi cations 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 ma-
chine must be supervised by technical specialists only
2.6 Safety-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
2.7 Safety notes for the operator
• hot parts of the machine must not be accessible
during operation or must be fi tted with a guard
• eople 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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Safety
2.8 Safety instructions for installing, commissioning and maintenance
• The operator will ensure that any installation,
commissioning and maintenance work is carried out by authorised, qualifi ed specialists who
have gained suffi cient 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 fi nishing work. Vor Wiederinbetriebnahme die aufgeführten Punkte für
die Inbetriebnahme beachten
• Conversion work or modifi cations 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
2.9 Guarantee conditions
The manufacturer’s guarantee or warranty will no
longer apply in the following cases:
• Improper use
• Not complying with these instructions
• Operation by insuffi ciently qualifi ed staff
• Using spare parts that have not been approved
by Gardner Denver Schopfheim GmbH
• Unauthorised modifi cations to the machine or
the accessories supplied by Gardner Denver
Schopfheim GmbH
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Transport, storage and disposal
3 Transport, storage and disposal
3.1 Transportation
3.1.1 Unpack and check the delivery condition
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
a) Select the lifting device suitable for the total
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
Lifting device/ Transporting with a crane
a) Tighten the eyebolts (Fig. 1/1) fi rmly.
b) The machine must be suspended on the eyebolt
1
WARNING
Death or limbs crushed as a result of the items
being transported falling or tipping over.
When transporting with the lifting device remem-
ber:
weight to be transported.
base.
WARNING
Bodily injury resulting from improper operation
a) Loads crosswise to the ring level are not per-
mitted.
b) Avoid impact stress.
using the lifting device for lifting and transporting.
Fig. 1 Lifting and transporting
1 Eyebolt
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3.2 Storage
Transport, storage and disposal
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%
Lagertemperatur -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
3.3 Disposal
WARNING
Danger from infl ammable, 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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Set up and operation
4 Set up and operation
4.1 Setup
P
1
B M U
N
O
Q
T Q
HP
I
F
E
F
E
A
F
E
F
D
KQ
Fig. 2 Vacuum pump V-VCA / V-VCE
A
Vacuum connection
B Exhaust air outlet
D Filter housing
E Cooling air inlet
Cooling air outlet
F
Oil fi lling point
H
Oil sight glass
I
K
Oil discharge point
N Data plate
O Rotation direction plate
P
P
1
Q
T Oil remover housing
U Gas ballast valve
M Oil recommendation plate
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Drive motor
Motor data plate
hot surfaces > 70°C
4.1.1 Data plate
Set up and operation
1
3
4 52
2 Year of construction
1 Type/ Size (mechanical version)
3 Motor design
4 Serial number
5 Item no.
6 Final pressure (abs.)
Typ VC 75 (20)
Bauj./Nr. 09
2847746
1026502067
0,5 mbar (abs.)
70 / 84 m³/h
3~ Mot.
7 Pumping capacity 50 Hz/ 60 Hz
EN 60034
S1 1,85 / 2,20 kW
1430 / 1720 min
-1
8 Speed 50 Hz/60 Hz
9 Motor output 50 Hz/ 60 Hz
6
78910
10 Operating mode
Fig. 3 Data plate (example)
4.2 Description
The V-VGA and V-VGC have a fi ne micro fi lter on the suction side and on the outlet side an oil and oil mist
separator to return the oil to the oil circulation system. A fan between the pump housing and the motor provides intensive air cooling. The fan is located in a fan housing that guards against it being touched.
An integral non-return valve prevents the evacuated system from being ventilated after the pump has
stopped and it prevents the feed chamber from being saturated with oil after the system has stopped. This
would lead to oil knocking when the system started up again.
A gas ballast valve fi tted as standard (Fig. 2/U) prevents condensation of water vapour in the inside of the
pump when low amounts of steam are sucked in when the pump is at operating temperature. A reinforced
gas ballast can be provided for higher amounts of water vapour.
The pumps are driven by standard fl anged three-phase motors using a coupling.
4.3 Areas of application
These oil-fl ooded rotary vane vacuum pumps V-VCA 25, V-VCA 40, V-VCE 25 und V-VCE 40 are suitable
for creating vacuums. The suction power with unrestricted suction is 25 and 40 m
3
/h at 50 Hz. Data sheets
D 150/3 (V-VGA) and D 154/3 (V-VGC) show the dependency of the suction power on the inlet pressure.The
models are suitable for evacuating closed systems or for a constant vacuum in the following intake pressure
ranges:
50 Hz ➝ V-VCA: 0.5 to 130 mbars (abs.) • V-VCE: 10 to 500 mbars (abs.)
60 Hz ➝ V-VCA: 0.5 to 100 mbars (abs.) • V-VCE: 10 to 400 mbars (abs.)
If operated constantly outside these ranges there is the risk of oil leaking through the outlet. When evacuat-
ing closed systems the volume to be evacuated must be no more than 2% of the nominal pumping capacity
of the vacuum pump.
If the unit is switched on more frequently (at regular intervals of about 10 times an hour) or at
higher ambient temperatures and intake temperatures, the excess temperature limit of the motor
winding and the bearings may be exceeded.Please contact the manufacturer should the unit be
used under such conditions.
If it is installed in the open air the unit must be protected from environmental infl uences, (e.g. by a
protective roof).
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Installation
5 Installation
5.1 Preparing for installation
Check the following points:
• Machine freely accessible from all sides
• Do not close ventilation grids and holes
• Suffi cient room for installing and removing pipes
and for maintenance work, particularly for installing and dismantling the machine
• No external vibration effects
• Do not suck any hot exhaust air from other machines into the cooling system.
The fi lter housing (Fig. 2/D), oil fi lling point (Fig. 2/H), oil sight glass (Fig. 2/I), oil outlet (Fig. 2/K),
gas ballast (Fig. 2/U) and oil remover housing (Fig. 2/T) must be easily accessible. The cooling air
inlets (Fig. 2/E) and the cooling air outlets (Fig. 2/F) must be at least 20 cm away from adjacent
walls. Discharged cooling air must not be sucked in again. For maintenance work there must be a
space of at least 40 cm around the machine.
5.2 Installation
Ensure that the foundation complies with the follow-
• Level and straight
• The bearing surface must be at least the same
• The bearing surface must be able to bear the
NOTICE
The machine may only be operated when it is
set up horizontally..
Material damage resulting from the machine
tipping over and falling.
When installed at more than 1000 m above sea
level a reduction in power is noticeable. In this
case we would ask you to contact us.
ing conditions:
size as the machine
weight of the machine
It is possible to install the machine on a fi rm base without anchoring. When installing on a substructure we recommend fi xing with fl exible buffers
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5.3 Connecting pipes
Installation
NOTICE
Material damage resulting from the forces and
torques of the pipes on the unit being too high.
Only screw pipes in by hand.
The pumping capacity of the vacuum pump
is reduced if the suction pipe is too narrow
and/or too long.
The air vent (Fig. 2/B) must not be closed or
restricted
Counter pressures on the outlet side are only
permissible up to + 0.1 bars
Prevent liquids accumulating in the exhaust
line.
a) The vacuum connection (Fig. 2/A) is on the fi lter
housing (Fig. 2/D).
b) The discharged air can be freely blown out
through the exhaust air hole (Fig. 2/B) or conducted away using a hose or pipe.
5.4 Filling with lubricating oil
a) Fill the lubricating oil (for suitable types see the
“Maintenance” section) via the oil fi lling point
(Fig. 2/H) up to the upper edge of the sight glass
(Fig. 2/I).
b) Close the oil fi lling point.
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Installation
5.5 Motor anschließen
DANGER
Danger of death if the electrical installation has
not been done professionally.
The electrical installation must only be done by
a qualifi ed electrician observing EN 60204. The
operating company has to provide the main
switch.
a) The motor‘s electrical data is given on the data
plate (Fig. 2/N) or on the motor data plate (Fig. 2/
). The motors comply with DIN EN 60034
P
1
and are in protection class IP 55 and insulation
class F. The appropriate connection diagram is
located in the motor‘s terminal box (not for the
plug connection version). The motor data must
be compared with the data of the existing mains
network (current type, voltage, network frequency, permitted current value).
b. Connect the motor via the motor protection
switch (for safety reasons, a motor protection
switch is required and the connecting cable
must be installed via a cable fi tting to provide
strain relief). We recommend using motor protection switches with delayed switch off, depending on possible excess current. Temporary
excess current can occur when the machine is
started cold..
NOTICE
Power supply
The conditions at the installation location must
match the information on the motor data plate.
Without derating the following is permissible:
• ± 5% Voltage deviation
• ± 2% Frequency deviation
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6 Commissioning and decommissioning
6.1 Commissioning
Commissioning and decommissioning
WARNING
Improper use
May lead to severe or fatal injuries.
Therefore be sure to obey the safety instructions
CAUTION
Hot surfaces
When the machine is at operating temperature the
surface temperatures on the components (Fig. 1/
Q) may go above 70°C.
You must avoid touching the hot surfaces (marked with warning plates).
CAUTION
Noise emission
The highest noise pressure levels measured as
per EN ISO 3744 are given in Section 9.
When spending a long time in the vicinity of the
running machine use ear protectors to avoid permanent damage to your hearing.
CAUTION
Oil aerosols in the extracted air
In spite of the air oil removing system separating the
oil mist to a large extent, the extracted air contains
a small residue of oil aerosols. Breathing in these
aerosols all the time could damage your health.
Therefore you must ensure that the installation room
is well ventilated.
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Commissioning and decommissioning
6.1.1 Checking the rotation direction
The drive shaft direction of rotation is shown by
the rotation direction arrow (Fig. 2/O) on the motor fl ange.
a) Start the motor briefl y (max. two seconds) to
check the direction of rotation. When looking at
the motor fan, it must rotate clockwise.
NOTICE
Incorrect direction of rotation
Operating in the wrong direction of rotation leads
to damage to the machine.
Use a phase sequence indicator to check the direction of rotation (anti-clockwise rotating fi eld).
b) After correcting the direction of rotation if nec-
essary, start the motor again and stop it again
after 2 minutes in order to top missing oil up to
the upper edge of the sight glass (Fig. 2/I). This
topping up at the fi lling point (Fig. 2/H) must be
repeated until all the oil pipes have been fi lled
completely. The fi lling point must not be open
when the pump is running.
6.1.2 Setting the operating range
Version (09):
The operating range can be set by turning the
adjusting bolt (Fig. 2/X, 4/X).
Fine vacuum::
50 Hz: 0,5 to 130 mbar (abs.)
60 Hz: 0,5 to 100 mbar (abs.)
Rough vacuum:
50 Hz: 10 to 500 mbar (abs.)
60 Hz: 10 to 400 mbar (abs.)
X
Fig. 4 Version (09): Setting the operating range
X Adjusting bolt
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X
Commissioning and decommissioning
6.2 Decommissioning/ storing
Stop the machine
a) Switch the machine off.
b) If available close the cut off device in the suction
and pressure pipe.
c) Disconnect the machine from the electricity
source.
d) Depressurise the machine: Open the pipes
slowly.
The pressure reduces slowly.
e) Remove the pipes and hoses.
f) Seal the connections for suction and discharge
nozzles with adhesive foil.
see also Section 3.2.1, Page 11
6.3 Re-commissioning
a) Check the condition of the machine (cleanliness,
cabling etc.).
b) Drain the preserving agents.
For installation see Section 5 Page 14
For commissioning see Section 6.1 Page 17
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Maintenance and repair
7 Maintenance and repair
7.1 Ensuring operational safety
Regular maintenance work must be carried out in order to ensure operational safety.
Maintenance intervals also depend on the operational demands on the machine.
With any work observe the safety instructions described in Section 2.8 “Safety notes for installation, com-
missioning and maintenance”.
DANGER
Danger of death from touching live parts.
Before maintenance work disconnect the machine
by pressing the main switch or unplugging it and
ensure that it cannot be turned on again.
WARNUNG
Hot surfaces and equipment
During maintenance work there is the danger of
getting burnt on hot components (Fig. 2/Q) and
by the machine lubricating oil.
Wait for the machine to cool down.
The whole unit should always be kept in a clean condition.
7.2 Maintenance work
Interval Maintenance to be carried out Section
monthly Check the pipes and screws for leaks and to ensure they are
seated properly and if necessary seal again or tighten up.
monthly Check the terminal box and cable inlet holes for leaks and if
necessary re-seal.
monthly Clean the control valve and ventilation slots on the machine
and the motor cooling ribs.
depending on how dirty the
discharged medium is.
daily Check the oil level 7.2.2
500 - 2000 h Change the oil
2000 h Change the oil separator elements 7.2.3
at least once a year Check for coupling wear 7.2.4
Clean intake air fi lter
Clean gas ballast valve fi lter
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7.2.1
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7.2.1 Air fi ltering
D
Maintenance and repair
NOTICE
Insuffi cient maintenance on the air fi lter
The power of the machine lessens and damage may
occur to the machine..
Intake air fi lter:
The micro fi lter (Fig. 5/f
) must be cleaned by rinsing out
1
or purging or replaced more or less often depending
on how dirty the discharged medium is.
Remove the fi lter housing (Fig. 5/D) after undoing
s
1
U
the screws (Fig. 5/s1). Remove and clean the micro
fi lter.
Fig. 5 Air fi ltering
D
Filter housing
Gas ballast valve
U
f1 Micro fi lter
Screws
s
1
f
1
Gas ballast valve fi lter:
The pumps work with a gas ballast valve (Fig. 4/U).
The inbuilt fi lter disc (Fig. 6/f
) and micro fi lter discs
3
(Fig. 6/f4) must be cleaned more or less often by
purging depending on how dirty the medium fl owing through is. By undoing the countersunk screw
(Fig. 6/g1) and removing the plastic cover (Fig. 6/h1)
the fi lter parts can be removed for cleaning.
Re-assemble in reverse order.
h
f
1
g
3
1
Fig. 6 Gas ballast valve
h
Cover
1
Filter disc
f
3
Countersunk screw
g
1
Micro fi lter discs
f
4
f
f
4
4
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Maintenance and repair
7.2.2 Lubrication
Fig. 7 Lubrication
Oil fi lling point
H
I
Oil sight glass
Oil discharge point
K
M Oil recommendation plate
M
H
NOTICE
Always change the oil when the machine is at
operating temperature and in an atmospherically
ventilated area.
If it is not completely emptied the amount that can
be refi lled is reduced.
The waste oil must be disposed of in compliance with
the local environmental protection regulations.
If you are going to use another oil type, empty the
oil removing device housing and oil cooler completely.
The oil level must be checked at least once a day,
I
K
if necessary top the oil up to the upper edge of the
sight glass (Fig. 7/I) First oil change after 500 hours
of operation. Subsequent oil changes after 5002000 hours of operation. Reduce the change intervals accordingly depending on how contaminated
the discharged medium is.
Only lubricating oils complying with DIN51506 group
VC/VCL or a synthetic oil approved by Elmo Rietschle must be used. The viscosity of the oil must
comply with ISO-VG100 as per DIN51519.Elmo Ri-
etschle oil types: MULTI-LUBE 100 (mineral oil) and
SUPER-LUBE100 (synthetic oil) see also oil recommendation plate (Fig. 7/M)).
If the oil is subject to high temperatures (ambient or
intake temperatures over 30°C, insuffi cient cooling,
60 Hz operation etc.) the oil change interval may be
extended by using the recommended synthetic oil.
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7.2.3 Oil removal
Maintenance and repair
t
1
WARNING
Heavily contaminated air oil removing devices lead
to increased pump temperatures and in extreme
cases may cause the lubricating oil to ignite spontaneously.
The oil remover device (V-VCA/V-VCE 25) or the oil
separator elements (V-VCA/V-VCE 40) may become
contaminated with dirt particles after running for a
long time (power consumption and pump temperature increase). Replace every 2000 operating hours
or when the fi lter resistance is 0.7 bars (see pressure
tL
tL
t
1
gauge (Fig. 8/Y) ➝ Accessory: Check with short
term, atmospheric suction) replace the oil remover
unit (Fig. 8/L
) or replace these items (Fig. 8/L) be-
1
cause it is not possible to clean them.
Reduce the change intervals accordingly depending
on how contaminated the discharged medium is.
V-VCA/ V-VCE 15: Unscrew the oil remover housing cover (Fig. 8/t
). Replace the oil removal
1
device(Fig. 8/L1).
Fig. 8 Oil removal
L
Oil separator element
Oil removal unit
L
1
Y Pressure gauge
Plastic screw part
t
Oil remover housing cover
t
1
NOTICE
When installing the oil removal insert (L1) make sure
you check the installation position (the holes on the
air intake side must be in the top half of the circle
L
1
Y
see Fig. 8).
V-VCA/ V-VCE 40: Unscrew the oil remover housing
cover (Fig. 8/t1). Undo the plastic screw parts (Fig. 8/
t) and replace the oil separator elements (Fig. 8/L).
Reuse the O rings. Re-assemble in reverse order.
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Maintenance and repair
7.2.4 Coupling
Fig. 9 Coupling
Coupling rubber
k
Retaining ring
l
1
m Motor
Motor fl ange
n
Spacer ring
p
q
Coupling half on the motor side
Coupling half on the pump side
q
1
Coupling bolt
r
Screw
s
5
u Washer
v Fan
Fan cover
v
1
w Nut
The coupling rubbers (Fig. 9/k) are subject to wear
and und must be checked regularly (at least once a
year).. You can tell when the coupling rubbers are
worn by a knocking noise when the pump starts up.
CAUTION
Defective coupling rubbers
Defective coupling rubbers may lead to the rotor
shaft breaking
To check the coupling switch the motor (Fig. 9/
m) off and ensure that it cannot be switched
on again.. Undo the screws (Fig. 9/s
) on the
5
motor fl ange (Fig. 9/n) . Remove the motor axially with the half of the coupling on the motor side
(Fig. 9/q) and suspend with the lifting device. If the
coupling rubbers (Fig. 9/k) are damaged remove
the retaining rings Fig. 9/l) from the coupling bolts
(Abb. 9/r) and replace the coupling rubbers (Abb. 9/
k). Leave the spacer ring (Fig. 9/p).
Check and if necessary replace the coupling bolts
(Fig. 9/r): Remove the retaining ring (Fig. 9/l1). Remove the coupling (Fig. 9/q1) and the fan (Fig. 9/v)
from the pump shaft. Undo the nuts (Fig. 9/w) and
the washers (Fig. 9/u) and replace the coupling
bolts.
NOTICE
Frequent start up and high ambient temperature
The service life of the coupling rubber (Fig. 5/k) is
reduced by this.
Re-assemble in reverse order.
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7.3 Repair/ Service
Maintenance and repair
a) For on site repair work the motor must be
disconnected from the mains by a qualifi ed
electrician so that it cannot be started up again
accidentally. For repairs use the manufacturer,
its branch offi ces or authorised dealers. Please
contact the manufacturer for the address of the
service centre responsible for you (see Manufacturer‘s address).
NOTICE
For each machine that is sent to an Elmo Rietschle Service centre for inspection, maintenance
or repair, a fully completed, signed declaration of
harmlessness must be enclosed.
The declaration of harmlessness is part of the
supplier‘s documentation.
Fig. 10 Clearance certifi cate 7.7025.003.17
b) After a repair or re-commissioning, the actions
listed under „Installation“ and „Commissioning“
must be carried out as for initial commissioning.
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Maintenance and repair
7.4 Spare parts
Order spare parts in accordance with the:
• Spare parts list:
E 150 ➝ V-VCA
E 154 ➝ V-VCE
• Download the PDF fi le:
http://www.gd-elmorietschle.com
➝ Downloads
➝ Product Documents
➝ V-Series ➝ Spare Parts
• Parts subject to wear and gaskets are indi-
cated separately on the list.
• Web site:
http://www.service-er.de
• Select the type, size and design.
NOTICE
Fig. 11 Spare parts list (example)
Only use original spare parts or parts approved by
the manufacturer. The use of other parts may lead to
malfunctions and invalidate liability or the guarantee
for any consequences arising.
Fig. 12 Web site
http://www.service-er.de
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Malfunctions: Causes and elimination
8 Malfunctions: Causes and elimination
Fault Cause Troubleshooting Important
Machine is switched
off by the motor protection switch
Mains voltage/ Frequency
does not correspond with the
motor data
Connection to motor terminal
board is not correct
Motor protection switch is not
set correctly
Motor protection switch is
triggered too quickly
Vacuum pump or its oil is too
cold
The lubricating oil is too viscous
The oil remover unit or oil separator elements are dirty.
Check by qualifi ed electrician Section 5.5
Use a motor protection switch
with an overload-dependent
delayed switch off that takes
into consideration the short
term excess current at start
up (version with short circuit
and overload trigger as per
VDE 0660 Part 2 orIEC 947-4)
Note the ambient temperature
Section 2.3
and the intake temperature
The oil viscosity must comply
Section 7.2.2
with ISO VG 100 as per DIN
51519
Replace the oil remover unit
Section 7.2.3
or the oil separator elements
Pumping capacity is
insuffi cient
The back pressure is too high
Check the hose or the pipe Section 5.3
when the exhaust air is being
discharged.
The suction pipe is too long or
Check the hose or the pipe Section 5.3
too narrow
Leak on the suction side of
the vacuum pump or in the
system
Check the pipework and
screw connections for leaks
and to ensure that they are
fi rmly seated.
The intake fi lter is dirty Clean or replace the intake
fi lter
Section 7.2
Section 7.2.1
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Malfunctions: Causes and elimination
Fault Cause Troubleshooting Important
Final pressure (max.
vacuum) is not
reached
Leak on the suction side of
the vacuum pump or in the
system
Incorrect oil viscosity The oil viscosity must comply
Machine gets too hot Ambient or intake temperature
is too high
Cooling air supply is obstructed
The lubricating oil is too viscous
The oil remover unit or oil separator elements are dirty.
The back pressure is too high
when the exhaust air is being
discharged.
Check the pipework and
Section 7.2
screw connections for leaks
and to ensure that they are
fi rmly seated.
Section 7.2.2
with ISO VG 100 as per DIN
51519
Ensure it is being used prop-
Section 2.3
erly
Check environmental condi-
Section 5.1
tions
Clean ventilation slots Section 7.2
The oil viscosity must comply
Section 7.2.2
with ISO VG 100 as per DIN
51519
Replace the oil remover unit
Section 7.2.3
or the oil separator elements
Check the hose or the pipe Section 5.3
Exhaust air contains
visible oil mist
The oil remover unit or oil
separator elements are not in-
Check that it is correctly
seated
Section 7.2.3
serted correctly or the O rings
are missing.
Unsuitable oil is being used Use suitable types Section 7.2.2
The oil remover unit or oil separator elements are dirty.
The back pressure is too high
Replace the oil remover unit
Section 7.2.3
or the oil separator elements
Check the hose or the pipe Section 5.3
when the exhaust air is being
discharged.
Ambient or intake temperature
is too high
Cooling air supply is obstructed
Ensure it is being used properly
Check environmental conditions
Section 2.3
Section 5.1
Clean ventilation slots Section 7.2
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Malfunctions: Causes and elimination
Fault Cause Troubleshooting Important
The vacuum pump
produces a abnormal
noise
(The blades making
a hammering noise
when starting from
cold is normal if it
disappears within
two minutes as the
operating temperature increases)
Water in lubricating
oil
The coupling rubbers are
Replace coupling rubbers Section 7.2.4
worn
The pump housing is worn
(chatter marks)
The vacuum adjustment valve
Repair by manufacturer or
authorised workshop
Replace the valve Section 7.4
(if available) is vibrating
Blades are damaged Repair by manufacturer or
authorised workshop
Vacuum pump or its oil is too
cold
The lubricating oil is too viscous
Note the ambient temperature
and the intake temperature
The oil viscosity must comply
with ISO VG 100 as per DIN
51519
Pump sucks in water Install water interceptor up-
stream of the pump
The pump sucks in more water vapour than is suitable for
Contact the manufacturer for
increased gas ballast —
its water vapour compatibility
Pump only works for a short
time and therefore does not
reach its normal operating
temperature
Let the pump continue to run
with a closed suction side
after extracting the water
vapour until the water has
evaporated from the oil
Elmo Rietschle
Service
Elmo Rietschle
Service
Section 2.3
Section 7.2.2
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Please contact Elmo Rietschle Service for other malfunctions or those that cannot be eliminated.
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Technical Data
9 Technical Data
V-VCA / V-VCE 25 40
Sound pressure level (max.)
EN ISO 3744
Tolerance± 3 dB(A)
dB(A)
50 Hz 62 65
60 Hz 63 67
3~ 40 50
Weight* kg
1~ 45 53
Length* mm 461 508
Width mm 329 381
Height mm 270 270
Vacuum connection G
Exhaust air outlet Rp
/
4
1
/
2
G 1
Rp 3/
4
3
Correct amount of oil l 1,0 2,0
*The length and the weight may differ from the information listed here depending on the motor manufac-
turer.
You will fi nd more technical data on data sheets D
150/3 and D 154/3
Fig. 13 Data sheet (example)
• Download the PDF fi le:
D 150/3 ➝ V-VCA 25 / V-VCA 40
D 154/3 ➝ V-VCE 25 / V-VCE 40
• Download the PDF fi le:
http://www.gd-elmorietschle.com
➝ Downloads
➝ Product Documents
➝ V-Series ➝ Data Sheets
NOTICE
Subject to technical changes.
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Elmo Rietschle is a brand of
Gardner Denver‘s Industrial Products
Division and part of Blower Operations.
www.gd-elmorietschle.com
er.de@gardnerdenver.com
Gardner Denver
Schopfheim GmbH
Roggenbachstraße 58
79650 Schopfheim · Deutschland
Tel. +49 7622 392-0
Fax +49 7622 392-300
Hereby the manufacturer
confirms:
EC - declaration of conformity 2006/42/EC
Gardner Denver Schopfheim GmbH
Postfach 1260
D-79642 Schopfheim
that the machine:
of the:
Oil lubricated vacuum pump
Series: V-VCA / V-VCE
Type: V-VCA 15, V-VCA 25, V-VCA 40,
V-VCA 60, V-VCA 100
V-VCE 15, V-VCE 25, V-VCE 40,
V-VCE 60, V-VCE 100
is conform to the regulations of the guideline indicated above.
The following harmonized and national standards and specifications are applied:
EN 1012-1:2010
EN 1012-2:1996+A1:2009 Compressors and vacuum pumps — Safety requirements — Part 2:
Compressors and vacuum pumps — Safety requirements — Part 1:
Compressors
Vacuum pumps
These declarations of conformity are invalid when the machine has been modified without prior approval by us and the approval has been documented in writing.
Name and address of the EC person in
charge for documentation
Gardner Denver Schopfheim GmbH
Postfach 1260
D-79642 Schopfheim
Gardner Denver Schopfheim GmbH
Schopfheim, 1.8.2011
Dr. Friedrich Justen, Director Engineering
C_0043_EN
Safety declaration form
s
.
s
/
A
.
3
S
for vacuum pumps and component
7.7025.003.17
Page 1 of 1
Gardner Denver Schopfheim GmbH
Roggenbachstr. 58, 79650 Schopfheim Phone: +49/(0)7622/392-0 Fax: +49/(0)7622/392-300
Repairs and/or maintenance of vacuum pumps and components will only be carried out if a declaration has been
filled in correctly and completely
.
If not, the repair work cannot be started and delays will result.
This declaration must only be filled in and signed by authorised qualified staff
2. Reason for the submission1. Type of vacuum pumps/ components
Type description:
Machine number
Order number:
Delivery date:
3. Condition of vacuum pumps/ component
4. Contamination of the vacuum pumps
Was this being operated? YES NO components when in use
Which lubrication was used? Toxic YES NO
Corrosive YES NO
Was the pump/ component emptied? Microbiological*) YES NO
(Product/Consumables) YES NO Explosive*) YES NO
Has the pump/ component been cleaned and decontaminaRadioactive*) YES NO
other YES NO
YES
Cleaning agent:
Cleaning method:
*) Microbiological, explosive or radioactively contaminated vacuum pumps/ components will only be accepted
with proof that they have been cleaned properly.
Type of toxic substance or process-related, dangerous reaction products with which the vacuum pumps/
components came into contact:
Trade name, manufacturer's Chemical Hazard
product name name class substances are released accidents
1
2
3
4
Personal protection measures:
ction to be taken if toxic First aid in the event of
Hazardous decomposition products when subjected to thermal load
YES NO
Which?
5. Legally binding declaration
We swear that the information in this declaration is accurate and complete and that I, the undersigned, am in a
position to judge this. We are aware that we are liable to the contractor for damage caused by incomplete and
inaccurate information. We undertake to release the contractor from any damage claims from third parties arising
from incomplete or incorrect information. We are aware that, regardless of this declaration, we are directly liable
to third parties including in particular the contractor's staff entrusted with handling or repairing the product
Company:
Street: Post code/ Town:
Phone: Fax:
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Date:
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