Operating Instructions; Unpack; Machine Specifications; Operation - Renfert Vortex compact 3L Instruction Manual

1. Unpack

• Remove the unit and its accessories from its pa-
ckaging.
• Open holding clamps and remove top from extrac-
tor (Fig. 4).
• Remove further accessories from the dust retainer.
2. Machine specifications
(see Fig. 1, 2, 3)
1 Clean filter element button
2 Power socket
3 Main switch (Auto-0-I) and suction control.
4 Hose connector
5 Dust retainer
6 Holding clamp
7 Fine particle filter
8 filter tightening disk
9 Filter inlet fitting

3. Operation

• Depending upon the type of application, a variety of
different dust collecting receptacles can be used:
• Dry dust
- dust bag
- cloth filter and disposal bag
• wet dust
- cloth filter and disposal bag
• water
- cloth filter
When used in a laboratory floor unit, suffici-
ent air flow needs to be guaranteed.

3.1 Insert Dust bag

• Do not plug the connector into a wall outlet yet.
• Open holding clamps and remove top from extrac-
tor (Fig. 4).
• Place Dust bag in dust retainer and thoroughly
push Dust bag socket onto bag connector (Fig. 5).
• Place top back on extractor and snap on holding
clamps (Fig. 6). Make sure clamps fit tightly.
3.2 Insert cloth filter and
disposal bag
Instead of a dustbag it is possible to use a cloth filter
together with a disposal bag (see accessories).
It is recommended to use a disposal bag
together with the cloth filter in order to en-
sure of dust free disposal of the extracted
material.
• Turn off and unplug unit from the mains.
• Open the retaining clamps and lift off the top of the
extractor (Fig. 4).
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Operating Instructions

• Remove the dust bag.
• Insert the disposal bag into the dust retainer and
press the disposal bag socket firmly onto the filter
inlet fitting (Fig. 7).
• Fold top edge of disposal bag over edge of dust
retainer (Fig. 8).
• Insert the cloth filter into the dust retainer. Ensure
the position is correct (Fig. 9).
• The ends of the cloth filter should be draped over
the edge of the tank (Fig.10).
• Replace the top of the extractor and close the reta-
ining clamps (Fig. 6). Ensure the retaining clamps
are in the correct position (Fig. 11).

3.3 Connect dust generator

• Slot hose into hose connector (Fig. 12).
• Attach hose to dust generator (eg. Sandblaster,
dry trimmer, extractor clamp). Make sure the hose
fits tightly, use hose adapter (see Accessories) as
necessary.

3.4 Connect power source

Check that the rated operating voltage spe-
cified on the type plate matches your local
mains voltage.
• Check that the dust extractor is off.
Main switch (3, Fig. 2) in position „0".
• Plug the lead connector into a properly installed PE
contact mains outlet.
• Connect unit to a fault current circuit breaker.
• Arrange conducting parts (mains outlets, plugs and
couplings) and install extension cord such that the
protection class (IP) is retained.
• Check to only use waterproof plugs and couplings
of mains leads.
3.4.1 E
XTENSION CORD
Only use an extension cord that at least complies
with or exceeds OEM specifications. Check that the
cord has the correct minimum cross section:
Cord length
up to 20 m
(AWG 14)
20 to 50 m
(AWG 12)

3.5 Manual control

• Switch extractor on and off on main
Switch setting
0
I
auto
- 14 -
Cross-section
< 16 A < 25 A
1.5 mm² 2.5 mm²
(AWG 12)
2.5 mm² 4.0 mm²
(AWG 10)
switch (3, Fig. 2)
Function
OFF
ON (manual mode)
automatic mode