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FAM 10/15-P
FluidAqua Mobil
Operating and Maintenance Instructions
English (translation of original operating instructions)
Document no.: 3193324b
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FluidAqua Mobil - FAM 10/15-P Trademarks
Trademarks
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companies.
Copyright © 2011 by
HYDAC FILTER SYSTEMS GMBH
all rights reserved
All rights reserved. This manual may not be reproduced in part or whole without the
express written consent of HYDAC Filter Systems GmbH. Contraventions are liable
to compensation.
Exclusion of liability
We made every endeavor to ensure the accuracy of the contents of this document.
However, errors cannot be ruled out. Consequently, we accept no liability for such
errors as may exist nor for any damage or loss whatsoever which may arise as a
result of such errors. The content of the manual is checked regularly. Any
corrections required will be incorporated in future editions. We welcome any
suggestions for improvements.
All details are subject to technical modifications.
Technical specifications are subject to change without notice.
HYDAC Filter Systems Gmb
Postfach 12 51
66273 Sulzbach / Saa
Germany
Documentation Representative
Günter Harge
c/o HYDAC International GmbH, Industriegebiet, 66280 Sulzbach / Saar
Telephone: ++49 (0)6897 509 1511
Fax: ++49 (0)6897 509 1394
E-mail: guenter.harge@hydac.com
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Content
Trademarks ...............................................................................................................2
Documentation Representative...............................................................................2
Content...................................................................................................................... 3
Preface ......................................................................................................................6
Technical Support...................................................................................................7
Modifications to the Product ...................................................................................7
Warranty ................................................................................................................. 7
Using the Documentation .......................................................................................8
Safety Information and Instructions....................................................................... 9
Obligations and Liability.......................................................................................... 9
Explanation of Symbols and Warnings, etc. ......................................................... 10
General Safety Precautions.................................................................................. 11
Proper/Designated Use ........................................................................................11
Improper Use ........................................................................................................11
Safety Devices...................................................................................................... 11
Informal Safety Precautions.................................................................................. 12
Training and Instruction of Personnel ...................................................................13
Safety Measures to Be Followed during Normal Operation..................................13
Electrical Hazards.................................................................................................14
Maintenance, Servicing and Troubleshooting....................................................... 14
Modifications to the FluidAqua Mobil ....................................................................14
How to Behave in case of Emergency.................................................................. 15
Unpacking the FAM................................................................................................ 15
Transporting the FAM ............................................................................................16
Fork lift ..................................................................................................................16
Crane ....................................................................................................................16
Train/truck............................................................................................................. 17
Scope of Delivery ................................................................................................... 18
FAM Description..................................................................................................... 19
FAM Versions ....................................................................................................... 19
Performance ......................................................................................................... 20
FAM system components .....................................................................................21
Suitable fluids .......................................................................................................23
Dimensions .............................................................................................................24
Stationary version .................................................................................................24
Mobile version....................................................................................................... 25
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Hydraulic diagram ..................................................................................................26
Function description.............................................................................................. 28
Possible applications ............................................................................................ 29
Bypass purification (dewatering, filtration and degassing). ...............................29
Transfer by pumping (dewatering, filtration and degassing) ............................. 29
FAM Set-up and Connection .................................................................................30
Setting up the FAM ...............................................................................................30
Notes on Piping / Hosing ...................................................................................... 30
Connecting the inlet (IN) ...................................................................................32
Connect outlet (OUT) ........................................................................................32
Preparing the Vacuum Pump................................................................................ 33
Filling up the rotary vane vacuum pump........................................................34
Electrical connection of the FAM .......................................................................... 35
Checking the settings on the heater (optional) ..................................................... 36
Filling the condensate separator .......................................................................36
Starting up the FAM ...............................................................................................37
Switching on the FAM........................................................................................... 37
Draining the filterhousing ......................................................................................38
Shut off FAM ..................................................................................................... 38
Operating the FAM .................................................................................................39
Main Menu ............................................................................................................39
Manual menu 1 .................................................................................................40
Manual Menu 2 .................................................................................................41
Troubleshooting .....................................................................................................42
Electrical fuses...................................................................................................... 43
Vacuum chamber overfilled .................................................................................. 44
Level switch 01/02(02/03)..................................................................................... 45
V-pump fill level min/max...................................................................................... 46
Change fluid filter.................................................................................................. 47
Float switch...........................................................................................................48
E/V/R pump motor protection ...............................................................................49
Dry run drain pump ...............................................................................................50
Dry running E-pump.............................................................................................. 51
Outlet (OUT) clogged............................................................................................ 52
Inlet (IN) clogged ..................................................................................................53
FCU plug missing (only in conjunction with accessory FCU)................................ 54
Reset safety thermostat on the heater.................................................................. 55
Performing maintenance .......................................................................................56
Maintenance Intervals........................................................................................... 57
Changing the air filter............................................................................................ 59
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Vacuum pump....................................................................................................... 59
Changing oil and oil filter................................................................................... 59
Replacing the Air De-oiling Element .................................................................60
Change the active carbon filter cartridge ..........................................................61
Condensate separator .......................................................................................... 62
Changing the filter element on the condensate separator ................................62
Checking the fill level on the condensate separator.......................................... 63
Filling the condensate separator .......................................................................63
Cleaning the suction strainer ................................................................................ 64
Replacing the filter element in the fluid filter .........................................................65
Checking the settings on the heater (optional) ..................................................... 69
Spare Parts .............................................................................................................70
FAM - 10 ...............................................................................................................70
Fluid filter (OLF 5/10)............................................................................................70
Rotary Vane Vacuum Pump .................................................................................71
Condensate separator .......................................................................................... 71
Contact / Service .................................................................................................... 72
Storing the FAM/Taking it out of Operation .........................................................73
Disposing of the FAM ............................................................................................73
Type label................................................................................................................ 73
Technical data ........................................................................................................74
Model code.............................................................................................................. 75
EU Declaration of Conformity ...............................................................................76
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FluidAqua Mobil - FAM 10/15-P Preface
Preface
For you, as the owner of a product manufactured by us, we have produced this
manual, comprising the most important instructions for its operation and
maintenance.
It will acquaint you with the product and assist you in using it as intended in an
optimal manner.
Keep it in the vicinity of the product so it is always available.
Note that the information on the unit's engineering contained in the documentation
was that available at the time of publication.There may be deviations in technical
details, figures, and dimensions as a result.
If you discover errors while reading the documentation or have additional comments
or suggestions, contact us at:
HYDAC FILTER SYSTEMS GMBH
Technische Dokumentation
Postfach 12 51
66273 Sulzbach / Saar
Germany
We look forward to receiving your input.
Our motto: “Putting experience into practice”
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Technical Support
Contact our technical sales department if you have any questions on our product.
When contacting us, please always include the model/type designation, serial no.
and part-no. of the product:
Fax: ++49 (0) 6897 / 509 - 846
E-mail: filtersystems@hydac.com
Modifications to the Product
We would like to point out that changes to the product (e.g. purchasing options, etc.)
may result in the information in the operating instructions no longer being completely
accurate or sufficient.
After modification or repair work that affects the safety of the product has been
carried out on components, the product may not be returned to operation until it has
been checked and released by a HYDAC technician.
Please notify us immediately of any modifications made to the product whether by
you or a third party.
Warranty
For the warranty provided by us, please refer to the General Terms of Sale and
Delivery of HYDAC Filter Systems GmbH.
Refer to these at www.hydac.com General terms and conditions.
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