Table of Contents GENERAL NOTES SAFETY TECHNICAL DATA DESIGN AND FUNCTIONING TRANSPORT AND STORAGE INSTALLATION START-UP / OPERATION SERVICE / MAINTENANCE TROUBLESHOOTING SPARE PARTS ...
1 General notes Information on the operating instructions Use and storage of the operating Limitation of liability instructions technical information, data Before use of the Vacuum fixing device of instructions on installation, operation and the series VAC read this operating manual maintenance in these operating instructions carefully.
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The following instruction and warning symbols are used in these operating instructions. referring to a possible risk, which, if not avoided, can DANGER result in death or serious injury. referring to a possible risk, which, if not avoided, can CAUTION result in serious injury and/or equipment damage.
A fixing device dropping down can cause bodily injury and/or damage to property. Avoiding the danger: The vacuum fixing devices VAC 8 and VAC 10 are by DANGER customer secured against drop down. From series VAC 11 the vacuum fixing devices are fitted with an adjustable safety rope.
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Source of danger: Faulty hose connections. Possible consequences of non-observance: A pressurized hose coming loose can cause se- vere injury. Avoiding the danger: DANGER The hose lines must be securely connected. This must be checked at regular intervals and the screw connections have to be retightened if nec- essary.
4 Design and Functioning Vacuum fixing device vacuum nozzle A vacuum fixing device mainly consists of a base plate, a 2/2-way ball valve, a vacuum nozzle and suction cups. When operating the 2/2-way ball valve the vacuum nozzle generates a vacuum. By this the 2/2-way ball valve suction cups of the vacuum fixing device adheres to the mounting surface by suction.
Transport and Storage Check the packaging for possible signs of transport damage. In the event of damage to the packaging, check that the contents are complete and undamaged. IMPORTANT If there is any damage, inform the shipping agent. Packaging The vacuum fixing devices are packaged The packaging protects the unit from ready for commissioning.
The following vibrators can be mounted to the vacuum fixing devices: Type Suitable vibrators NCB NCR VAC 8 +HG 10 N 8AL,15X, 120 HF, 120 NF* 1, 2 1, 2 25**...
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Vibrators must be cautiously and properly fastened. The fastening screws for the vibrator must be retightened or checked after 1 operating hour. IMPORTANT VAC 8, VAC 10, VAC 11 and VAC 12 Installation of the Vibrator: In order to mount vibrators NCT two tapped blind holes must be drilled.
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VAC 13, VAC 15, VAC 20, VAC 30 and VAC 40 Installation of the Vibrator: In order to mount the vibrator to a VAC 13, 3. Drill through-holes (diameter depending VAC 15 or VAC 20 socket head cap on type of vibrator - see operating in- screws acc.
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Template VAC 15 Do not drill through this aerea! Template VAC 20 Round Plate Do not drill through this aerea!
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Template VAC 30 Do not drill through this aerea! VAC 40 Installation of the Vibrator: The VAC 40 consists of two VAC 20, which adapter plate has four through holes. For are connected by an adapter plate. The the fastening of any other vibrator you should consult kÉííÉêVibration beforehand.
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Vacuum fixing devices should be used in combination with the following hose sets: Type Hose set Hose set for PKL (except PKL) VAC 8 HG 10 N or HG 10 S VAC 10 HG 10 N or HG 10 S VAC 11...
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Connection of power supply Supply line: The pressure loss increases with the hose supply lines we recommend the use of big- length. The following recommendations re- ger cross-sections, whereby the supplied fer to hose lengths of max. 3 m to the next hose socket can no longer be used.
In case of an unexpected pressure drop the vacuum fixing devices may come loose. Therefore, they always have to be secured against falling down. For VAC 8 and VAC 10 additional adapter plates and safety ropes are available. DANGER From series VAC 11 the vacuum fixing devices are fitted with an adjustable safety rope.
DANGER and cleaned. On VAC 8, VAC 10, VAC 11 and VAC 12 the externally vacuum nozzle is easy to disassemble and clean. Disassembly and cleaning of vacuum nozzles on VAC 13, VAC 15, VAC 20, VAC 30 and VAC 40 should only be per- formed by kÉííÉêVibration.
9 Troubleshooting Fault Possible cause Trouble shooting Remedy Vacuum Air supply Check pressure before Adjust pressure to 3 bar to 6 bar. fixing holder. Hose set correctly Assemble hose set correctly. devices assembled? For economic Adjust throttle. does air supply check setting of Route hoses without...
SPECIAL DESIGNS: ranges with suction cups made of silicone. Further information on request. 12 Waste disposal The parts are to be correctly disposed of, depending on the material. Material specifications: VAC 8-12 VAC 13-40 Steel Clamping plate Fittings Aluminium Vacuum nozzle, handgrip...
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