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Hydac Wombat Filter WBF Installation And Maintenance Instructions Manual

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Wombat Filter
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= 16 bar
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Installation and Maintenance Instructions
English (translation of original instructions)
Keep for future reference.
Document No.: 4031149a

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  • Page 1 Wombat Filter = 16 bar Installation and Maintenance Instructions English (translation of original instructions) Keep for future reference. Document No.: 4031149a...

  • Page 2: Imprint

    Court of Registration: Saarbrücken, HRB 17216 Executive director: Mathias Dieter, Dipl.Kfm. Wolfgang Haering Documentation Representative Mr. Günter Harge c/o HYDAC International GmbH, Industriegebiet, 66280 Sulzbach / Saar Telephone: +49 6897 509 1511 Fax: +49 6897 509 1394 E-mail: guenter.harge@hydac.com © HYDAC FILTER SYSTEMS GMBH All rights reserved.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Contents Imprint ......................2 Documentation Representative ..............2 Contents ......................3 Preface ......................5 Technical Support ..................5 Modifications to the Product ................ 5 Warranty ...................... 5 Using the documentation ................6 General safety information ................7 Hazard symbols ................... 7 Signal words and their meaning in the safety information and instructions ....................
  • Page 4 Contents Inserting the filter element/filter bag ............26 Inserting the filter element ..............27 Inserting a filter bag ................32 Performing maintenance ................37 Filterelement / Filterbeutel wechseln ............37 Changing the filter element ................ 38 Changing the filter bag................45 Putting the filter housing out of service ...........

  • Page 5: Preface

    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.

  • Page 6: Using The Documentation

    Preface Using the documentation Note that the method described for locating specific information does not release you from your responsibility of carefully reading these instructions prior to starting the unit up for the first time and at regular intervals in the future. What do I want to know? I determine which topic I am looking for.

  • Page 7: General Safety Information

    General safety information General safety information The device was built according to the statutory provisions valid at the time of delivery and satisfies current safety requirements. Any residual hazards are indicated by safety information and instructions and are described in the operating instructions. Observe all safety and warning instructions attached to the filter housing.

  • Page 8: Signal Words And Their Meaning In The Safety Information And Instructions

    General safety information Signal words and their meaning in the safety information and instructions DANGER DANGER indicates a hazard with a high risk which will lead to death or serious injury if not avoided. WARNING WARNING indicates a hazard with a medium risk which can lead to death or serious injury if not avoided.

  • Page 9: Structure Of The Safety Information And Instructions

    General safety information Structure of the safety information and instructions All warning instructions in this manual are highlighted with pictograms and signal words. The pictogram and the signal word indicate the severity of the danger. Warning instructions listed before an activity are laid out as follows: SIGNAL WORD Type and source of danger HAZARD SYMBOL...

  • Page 10: Proper/Designated Use

    Proper/Designated Use Use the unit only for the application described in the following. The Wombat Filter WBF is a filter for separating solid particles from hydraulic fluid, diluted cleaning liquids or cooling lubricants. Proper or designated use of the product extends to the following: •...

  • Page 11: Improper Use Or Use Deviating From Intended Use

    Only use the filter with the permitted media. ► Any use extending beyond or deviating therefrom shall not be considered intended use. HYDAC Filter Systems GmbH will assume no liability for any damage resulting from such use. The user alone shall assume any and all associated risk Improper use may result in hazards and/or will damage the device.

  • Page 12: Qualifications Of Personnel / Target Group

    General safety information Qualifications of personnel / target group Persons who work on the filter housing must be aware of the associated hazards when using the filter housing. Auxiliary and specialist personnel must have read and understood the operating instructions, in particular the safety information and instructions, and applicable regulations before beginning work.
  • Page 13 General safety information Activity Person Knowledge Transport / storage Forwarding • Proof of knowledge of cargo agent securing instructions Specialist • Safe handling/operation of personnel hoisting and lifting equipment Hydraulic / electrical Specialist • Safe handling/use of tools installation, personnel •...

  • Page 14: Transporting The Filter Housing

    Transporting the filter housing Transporting the filter housing Completely drain the filter housing prior to transport and remove the filter element(s). Clean and flush the filter housing. Transport the filter housing on one side on a pallet. Use a strap to lift the filter housing. en(us) WBF 16 bar Page 14 / 64...

  • Page 15: Storing The Filter Housing

    Storing the filter housing Storing the filter housing Completely drain the filter housing prior to storage and remove the filter element(s). Clean and flush the filter housing. Store the filter housing upright or on one side. Storage temperature: –30 … 100 °C / –22 … 212 °F Humidity: up to 80% relative humidity Storage duration:...

  • Page 16: Decoding The Type Label

    Decoding the type label Decoding the type label Details for identifying the filter housing can be found on the type label on the filter housing and the components. Item -> Description -> The type label of the filter housing -> Model code;...

  • Page 17: Checking The Scope Of Delivery

    The connections are all sealed with plastic plugs to prevent the intrusion of contaminants into the filter during transport. The following items are supplied: Qty. Designation Wombat Filter WBF Installation and Maintenance Instructions (this document) en(us) WBF 16 bar Page 17 / 64 MoWa WBF 16bar 4031149a en-us 2016-02-25.doc...

  • Page 18: Characteristics Of The Filter Housing

    Characteristics of the filter housing Characteristics of the filter housing The Wombat Filter provides excellent protection for components and systems in industrial part washers and hydraulic and lubrication systems. Depending on the design, you can use either Wombat filter elements or commercial filter bags in the Wombat Filter.

  • Page 19: Pressure Loss Curve - Δp Filter Housing

    Characteristics of the filter housing Pressure loss curve – ΔP filter housing The upper housing curves apply to mineral oil with a density of 0.86 kg/dm³ and a cinematic viscosity of 30 mm²/s. The lower housing curves apply to water at 20 °C.

  • Page 20: Filter Housing Components

    Filter housing components Filter housing components Item Designation Filter housing Type label 13.0 Drain plug DRAIN 13.1 Air bleed screw BLEED 13.2 Connection Mounting base Screw, disc, nut Screw, disc, nut Fitting Lid, hinged Inlet INLET Outlet OUTLET en(us) WBF 16 bar Page 20 / 64 MoWa WBF 16bar 4031149a en-us 2016-02-25.doc 2016-02-25...

  • Page 21: Dimensions Of The Filter Housing

    Dimensions of the filter housing Dimensions of the filter housing All dimensions in mm. Filter size WBF 100 WBF 200 1160 mm 775 mm 969 mm *) available on request en(us) WBF 16 bar Page 21 / 64 MoWa WBF 16bar 4031149a en-us 2016-02-25.doc 2016-02-25...
  • Page 22 Dimensions of the filter housing Position Designation 13.0 (DRAIN) Drain plug Female thread ½" according to ISO 228 13.1 (VENT) Air bleed Female thread ¼" according to ISO 228 13.2 Connection Female thread ¼" according to ISO 228 (IN) Inlet DN50 Flange connection (OUT) Outlet DN50...

  • Page 23: Hydraulic Diagram

    Hydraulic diagram Hydraulic diagram DRAIN 13.0 13.1 13.2 VENT Position Designation 13.0 (DRAIN) Drain Female thread ½" according to ISO 228 13.1 (VENT) Air bleed screw Female thread ¼" according to ISO 228 13.2 Connection Female thread ¼" according to ISO 228 (IN) Inlet Flange connection...

  • Page 24: Fastening/Mounting The Filter Housing

    Fastening/mounting the filter housing Fastening/mounting the filter housing During installation, make sure that the direction of flow through the filter is correct. The connections are marked with IN / OUT. Only install the filter when it is in an upright position. Mount the filter housing with the 3 Ø...

  • Page 25: Notes On The Hydraulic Connection

    Fastening/mounting the filter housing Notes on the hydraulic connection In order to keep the pressure loss as low as possible, use as few threaded connections as possible. The pressure loss in a hydraulic line depends upon: • flow rate • inematic viscosity •...

  • Page 26: Putting The Filter Housing Into Operation/Operating The Filter Housing

    Putting the filter housing into operation/operating the filter housing Putting the filter housing into operation/operating the filter housing Filter elements are not included with the Wombat Filter. Prior to commissioning, the filter elements must be inserted in the housing. Please refer to chapter "Changing the filter element"...

  • Page 27: Inserting The Filter Element

    Putting the filter housing into operation/operating the filter housing Inserting the filter element Insert the filter element as follows: Close the shut-off valve on IN inlet and OUT outlet. Loosen the 4 nuts (1) from the filter lid approx. 15 mm. Fold the screws (2) down.
  • Page 28 Putting the filter housing into operation/operating the filter housing Check whether there is a supporting basket for a filter element in the housing. Check the seal ring is seated properly in the supporting basket according to the figure below. Insert the new filter element by screwing it into the receptacle with light pressure.
  • Page 29 Putting the filter housing into operation/operating the filter housing For bar magnet only: Insert the cleaned bar magnet into the filter element. Make sure the bar magnet is in the mounting cavity of the filter element. Do not use a hammer, etc.
  • Page 30 Putting the filter housing into operation/operating the filter housing Lower the filter lid onto the filter housing. (1) - Fold the four screws up (1). (2) - Tighten the four eyebolts to a torque of 160 Nm. To keep the screws operating smoothly, we recommend assembly paste.
  • Page 31 Putting the filter housing into operation/operating the filter housing 10. Open the shut-off valve on IN inlet slowly in order to prevent pressure surges onto the filter and fill the filter housing. Bleed the filter housing with the air bleed screw until operating fluid comes out.

  • Page 32: Inserting A Filter Bag

    Putting the filter housing into operation/operating the filter housing Inserting a filter bag Insert a filter bag as follows: Close the shut-off valve on IN inlet and OUT outlet. Loosen the 4 nuts (1) from the filter lid approx. 15 mm. Fold the screws (2) down.
  • Page 33 Putting the filter housing into operation/operating the filter housing Insert a new filter bag by screwing it into the filter housing with light pressure. Make sure the filter bag sits correctly for a proper seal. Do not use a hammer, etc. en(us) WBF 16 bar Page 33 / 64...
  • Page 34 Putting the filter housing into operation/operating the filter housing For bar magnet only: Only insert the cleaned bar magnet into the bar magnet holder in the filter bag. Make sure the bar magnet is sitting properly in the filter bag. Do not use a hammer, etc.
  • Page 35 Putting the filter housing into operation/operating the filter housing Lower the filter lid onto the filter housing. (1) - Fold the four screws up (1). (2) - Tighten the four eyebolts to a torque of 160 Nm. To keep the screws operating smoothly, we recommend assembly paste.
  • Page 36 Putting the filter housing into operation/operating the filter housing Open the shut-off valve on IN inlet slowly in order to prevent pressure surges onto the filter and fill the filter housing. Bleed the filter housing with the air bleed screw until operating fluid comes out.

  • Page 37: Performing Maintenance

    Performing maintenance Performing maintenance The WBF can be equipped with several clogging indicators, or optical or electrical signal transmitters. The clogging indicator shows how high the differential pressure over the filter element/the filter bag is. If the visual clogging indicator is red, the differential pressure is too high, indicating that the filter element is used up and must be changed.

  • Page 38: Changing The Filter Element

    Performing maintenance Changing the filter element WARNING Hydraulic system is under pressure Danger of bodily injury Depressurize the system before performing any ► work on it. Proceed as follows to replace the filter element: Close the shut-off valve on IN inlet and OUT outlet.
  • Page 39 Performing maintenance Loosen the 4 nuts (1) from the filter lid approx. 15 mm. Fold the screws (2) down. Open the filter lid. en(us) WBF 16 bar Page 39 / 64 MoWa WBF 16bar 4031149a en-us 2016-02-25.doc 2016-02-25...
  • Page 40 Performing maintenance For bar magnet only: Remove the bar magnet and clean it by rubbing it with a cloth. CAUTION Danger of cuts from sharp, pointy particles. Wear gloves. Use the strap to lift the used filter element out of the filter housing.
  • Page 41 Performing maintenance Insert the new filter element by screwing it into the receptacle with light pressure. Do not use a hammer, etc. For bar magnet only: Insert the cleaned bar magnet into the mounting cavities of the filter element. Do not use a hammer, etc.
  • Page 42 Performing maintenance 10. Check the O-rings and gasket for damage and replace if necessary. en(us) WBF 16 bar Page 42 / 64 MoWa WBF 16bar 4031149a en-us 2016-02-25.doc 2016-02-25...
  • Page 43 Performing maintenance 11. Lower the filter lid onto the filter housing. 12. (1) - Fold the four screws up (1). (2) - Tighten the four eyebolts to a torque of 160 Nm. To keep the screws operating smoothly, we recommend assembly paste. en(us) WBF 16 bar Page 43 / 64...
  • Page 44 Performing maintenance 13. Open the shut-off valve on IN inlet slowly in order to prevent pressure surges onto the filter and fill the filter housing. Bleed the filter housing with the air bleed screw until operating fluid comes out. Close the shut-off valve on the IN inlet as soon as fluid comes out of the air bleed screw.

  • Page 45: Changing The Filter Bag

    Performing maintenance Changing the filter bag WARNING Hydraulic system is under pressure Danger of bodily injury Depressurize the system before performing any ► work on it. Change the filter bag as follows: Close the shut-off valve on IN inlet and OUT outlet. Depressurize the filter housing.
  • Page 46 Performing maintenance Loosen the 4 nuts (1) from the filter lid approx. 15 mm. Fold the screws (2) down. Open the filter lid. en(us) WBF 16 bar Page 46 / 64 MoWa WBF 16bar 4031149a en-us 2016-02-25.doc 2016-02-25...
  • Page 47 Performing maintenance For bar magnet only: Remove the bar magnet and clean it by rubbing it with a cloth. CAUTION Danger of cuts from sharp, pointy particles. Wear gloves. en(us) WBF 16 bar Page 47 / 64 MoWa WBF 16bar 4031149a en-us 2016-02-25.doc 2016-02-25...
  • Page 48 Performing maintenance Use the handle to lift the filter bag out of the filter housing. Dispose of the filter bag in an environmentally friendly manner. en(us) WBF 16 bar Page 48 / 64 MoWa WBF 16bar 4031149a en-us 2016-02-25.doc 2016-02-25...
  • Page 49 Performing maintenance Insert a new filter bag by screwing it into the filter housing with light pressure. Make sure the filter bag sits correctly for a proper seal. Do not use a hammer, etc. en(us) WBF 16 bar Page 49 / 64 MoWa WBF 16bar 4031149a en-us 2016-02-25.doc 2016-02-25...
  • Page 50 Performing maintenance For bar magnet only: Only insert the cleaned bar magnet into the bar magnet holder in the filter bag. Make sure the bar magnet is sitting properly in the filter bag. Do not use a hammer, etc. 10. Check the O-rings and gasket for damage and replace if necessary.
  • Page 51 Performing maintenance 11. Lower the filter lid onto the filter housing. 12. (1) - Fold the four screws up (1). (2) - Tighten the four eyebolts to a torque of 160 Nm. To keep the screws operating smoothly, we recommend assembly paste. en(us) WBF 16 bar Page 51 / 64...
  • Page 52 Performing maintenance 13. Open the shut-off valve on IN inlet slowly in order to prevent pressure surges onto the filter and fill the filter housing. Bleed the filter housing with the air bleed screw until operating fluid comes out. Close the shut-off valve on the IN inlet as soon as fluid comes out of the air bleed screw.

  • Page 53: Putting The Filter Housing Out Of Service

    Dispose of the packaging material in an environmentally friendly manner. After dismantling the filter housing and separating its various materials, dispose of it in an environmentally friendly manner. Customer Service HYDAC Service GmbH Friedrichsthaler Straße 15, Werk 13 66540 Neunkirchen - Heinitz Germany...

  • Page 54: Filter Spare Parts

    Filter spare parts Filter spare parts To ensure safe and reliable operation of the filter, use only original spare parts and accessories. When ordering parts make sure to always indicate the unit designation (cf. type label) and the serial number. en(us) WBF 16 bar Page 54 / 64...
  • Page 55 Filter spare parts Item Designation Qty. Part no. Type label 13.0 Screw plug 13.1 Screw plug 13.2 Screw plug Filter bag receptacle WBF-100-B 3878814 Filter bag receptacle WBF-200-B 3909007 Filter element WBF-100-W 3538358 receptacle Filter element WBF-200-W 3477525 receptacle "INLET" tag "OUTLET"...

  • Page 56: Filter Accessories

    Filter accessories Filter accessories The following accessories for the WBF are available: Designation Qty. Part no. Bar magnet insert for filter element N100WBxxx 3633896 Bar magnet insert for filter element N200WBxxx 3601237 Bar magnet insert for filter bag WBF-100B 3913551 Bar magnet insert for filter bag WBF-200B 3913578...

  • Page 57: Technical Data

    Technical data Technical data ® ® ° ° – … ° – … ° – – ° ° – – … … ° ° ≈ ≈ ≈ ≈ ≈ ≈ ≈ ≈ en(us) WBF 16 bar Page 57 / 64 MoWa WBF 16bar 4031149a en-us 2016-02-25.doc 2016-02-25...

  • Page 58: Model Code

    Model Code Model Code WBF - 200 - z - C - L - F - z / - Type = Wombat Filter Filter size for filter element N100WB 100 = or filter bag size 1 for filter element N200WB 200 = or filter bag size 2 Filter element type...

  • Page 59: Index

    Index Index accident prevention ........... 9 Hazard symbol ............3, 7 Air bleed screw ..........20, 23 Hydraulic connection ..........58 ambient temperature ..........16 Hydraulic diagram ..........3, 23 Ambient temperature range ........57 assembly paste ........30, 35, 43, 51 Auxiliary personnel ..........
  • Page 60 Index Survival temperature ..........57 VENT ..............22, 23 Viscosity ..............19 Transport ............13, 14 troubleshooting ............13 Type label ............20, 55 Weight ............... 16, 57 en(us) WBF 16 bar Page 60 / 64 MoWa WBF 16bar 4031149a en-us 2016-02-25.doc 2016-02-25...
  • Page 64 HYDAC FILTER SYSTEMS GMBH Industriegebiet Postfach 1251 66280 Sulzbach/Saar 66273 Sulzbach/Saar Germany Germany Phone: +49 6897 509 01 Central Fax: +49 6897 509 9046 Technical Department Fax: +49 6897 509 577 Sales Department Internet: www.hydac.com E-mail: filtersystems@hydac.com...

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