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- Page 1 Ergonomic Handling Solutions Operating Instructions VacuMaster Window 30.30.01.00127/03 | 10.2018 www.schmalz.com...
- Page 2 Published by © J. Schmalz GmbH, 10.2018 This document is protected by copyright. J. Schmalz GmbH retains the rights established thereby. Reproduction of the contents, in full or in part, is only permitted within the limits of the legal provisions of copyright law. Any modifications to or abridgments of the document are prohibited without explicit written agreement from J.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Personal protective equipment ..................13 Product Description....................14 Description of the VacuMaster Window ............... 14 2.1.1 Operator handle ......................15 Description of the VacuMaster Window Comfort ............16 2.2.1 Comfort controls ......................17 Type plate........................18 Vacuum generation ..................... 18 Rotate function ...................... - Page 4 Switching suction plates on and off ................28 Setting the state of equilibrium ..................29 Adjusting the beams ....................29 6.5.1 VacuMaster Window with two suction plates ............... 29 6.5.2 VacuMaster Window with four suction plates ............... 30 Lifting loads ........................ 31 Guiding loads......................
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Page 5: Safety Instructions
Consequence ► Remedial action Attention This warning informs the user of a risk that could result in damage to property if it is not avoided. ATTENTION Type and source of danger Consequence ► Remedial action 30.30.01.00127/03 www.schmalz.com EN | 5... -
Page 6: Warnings
Explanation of the mandatory symbols used in the operating instructions. Mandatory Description Mandatory Description symbol symbol Wear ear protectors Wear protective work shoes Wear protective gloves Disconnect mains plug Adhere to the operating instructions Wear eye protection 30.30.01.00127/03 www.schmalz.com EN | 6... -
Page 7: General Safety Instructions
Each user must have read and understood the operating instructions, and retain them for later reference. ► The operating instructions are tailored to the scope of delivery from Schmalz. They do not take into account any modifications to the system made by the customer, which are strictly prohibited ►... -
Page 8: Intended Use
Using the lifting device for products that are not named in the order confirmation will be considered improper or unintended use; if products that are not specified in more detail are used, these must have the same physical properties as the products named in the order confirmation. 30.30.01.00127/03 www.schmalz.com EN | 8... -
Page 9: Requirements And Instructions For Installation, Maintenance And Operating Staff
Who can be expected to reliably perform the tasks assigned to them. The operating instructions must be accessible at all times. The operator is obligated to perform a risk analysis based on the ambient conditions at the installation location 30.30.01.00127/03 www.schmalz.com EN | 9... -
Page 10: Installation Location/Workplace Requirements
With electrical vacuum generation, the lifting device can be operated in rooms with an ambient temperature of between +0°C and +40°C; with pneumatic vacuum generation, the room must have an ambient temperature of between +0°C and +50°C. 30.30.01.00127/03 www.schmalz.com EN | 10... -
Page 11: 1.7.2 Workplace Requirements
ATTENTION System failure due to small parts being sucked in Damage to or destruction of the vacuum generator ► Keep the location of use and vicinity of the tube lifter free of small parts. 30.30.01.00127/03 www.schmalz.com EN | 11... -
Page 12: 1.8 Definition Of The Danger Zone
Never release the control handle of the tube lifter while lifting a load. ► The working area must be secured by the operator. The persons/equipment necessary to secure this area must be present during the lifting/transportation process. 30.30.01.00127/03 www.schmalz.com EN | 12... -
Page 13: 1.9 Emissions
Sturdy work gloves (in accordance with EN 388 safety category 2133 or better) Industrial safety helmet (in accordance with EN 397) Protective glasses (class F) Other protective equipment as required by the situation or prescribed by national regulations. 30.30.01.00127/03 www.schmalz.com EN | 13... -
Page 14: Product Description
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION Product Description Description of the VacuMaster Window ASTER INDOW Item Description Item Description Suspension eye Vacuum filter Vacuum gauge (manometer) Manual slide valve Motor protection switch Control handle Vacuum pump Suction plate Basic module Warning device (in the control box) -
Page 15: Operator Handle
The snap bolts for the beams (item 7) allow the beams to be adapted to the size of the workpiece. The beams must always be adapted symmetrically to ensure that the axis of rotation is always over the center of gravity of the load when suspended. 30.30.01.00127/03 www.schmalz.com EN | 15... -
Page 16: Description Of The Vacumaster Window Comfort
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION Description of the VacuMaster Window Comfort OMFORT OMFORT Item Description Item Description Suspension eye Control handle Vacuum gauge (manometer) Suction plate Device switch Operating panel Vacuum pump Warning device (in the control box) Basic module Non-return valve Main beam... -
Page 17: Comfort Controls
“Rotate right” Rotates by 90° to the right “Rotate left” Rotates by 90° to the left EMERGENCY STOP Switches the control unit off in emergencies (vacuum generator remains active) Not on devices with manual rotation 30.30.01.00127/03 www.schmalz.com EN | 17... -
Page 18: Type Plate
The type plate is firmly attached to the exterior of the VacuMaster Window. The type plate contains the following information: The device weight indicated on the type plate must be taken into account when using the device on a hoist (e.g. -
Page 19: Rotate Function
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION Rotate function With the VacuMaster Window and the VacuMaster Window Comfort, parts can be rotated manually by up to ±90°. In the electrically-driven VacuMaster Comfort EL design, rotation is performed by a linear actuator. The drive system is self-locking and remains in position in the event of a power failure. It can only be rotated by 90°... -
Page 20: Technical Data
The permitted loads are based on a vacuum of -0.6 bar, with all suction plates covered by the workpiece. For devices that can swivel, a friction factor of µ=0.6 is assumed between the suction plate and workpiece (check the actual friction factor if necessary). 30.30.01.00127/03 www.schmalz.com EN | 20... -
Page 21: Delivery, Packaging And Transport
4.1.3 Report damage Following delivery of the shipment, damage caused by defective packaging or in transit must be reported immediately to the carrier and J. Schmalz GmbH. Packaging The lifting device is supplied shrink wrapped on a pallet. The packaging material must be disposed of in accordance with country-specific laws and guidelines. -
Page 22: Removing The Lifting Device From The Pallet
Wear protective footwear (S1), Work gloves (safety category 2133) ATTENTION Improper removal of system from the transportation box System damage ► Do not apply force ► Observe the instructions for removing the system from the transportation box 30.30.01.00127/03 www.schmalz.com EN | 22... -
Page 23: Installation
Raise the lifting device and pick up the product. Raise the lifting device and load slowly! Assess the tilt angle and, if necessary, set down the load again securely. Rehang the crane hook accordingly in the crane eye. 30.30.01.00127/03 www.schmalz.com EN | 23... -
Page 24: Electrical Connection
Mains connection via flat cable chain hoist VacuMaster Plug Cable Brown (1) Black (2) Blue or gray (3) Green/yellow Electrical connection of VacuMaster Window/Window Comfort without chain hoist Cable Contact/fuse K10 Brown (1) Black (2) Blue or gray (3) Green/yellow Note: On complete systems (lifting device with chain hoist), the plug is pre-installed and simply needs to be plugged in. -
Page 25: Checking The Rotational Direction Of The Motor
A clockwise rotation field must be present as the drive limit switch will otherwise be disabled and the drive or the base body will be damaged. Equipment for measuring the rotation field (21.05.05.00082) can be ordered from J.Schmalz. Check the direction of rotation of the motor as follows: ... -
Page 26: Operation
► The operator must never use his or her physical strength to support the lifting process. Observe the lift capacity range of the lifting device. ► 30.30.01.00127/03 www.schmalz.com EN | 26... - Page 27 Do not set down any parts on the lifting device as they will fall off when working with the lifting device. The vacuum generator may not be switched off during handling (e.g. by ► unplugging the power cable while transporting the load). 30.30.01.00127/03 www.schmalz.com EN | 27...
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Page 28: What To Do In An Emergency
All activated suction plates must always rest fully on the workpiece ► Only activate and deactivate suction plates when they are not bearing any load, otherwise the vacuum could fail. ► The permissible load per suction plate must not be exceeded. 30.30.01.00127/03 www.schmalz.com EN | 28... -
Page 29: Setting The State Of Equilibrium
Compensate for the swinging motion using the control handle. Adjusting the beams Ensure that the cross beams are always symmetrical. 6.5.1 VacuMaster Window with two suction plates 1. Pull the latching bolt (7) downwards and hold it securely. 2. Move the main beam (6) with the other hand into the desired position. -
Page 30: Vacumaster Window With Four Suction Plates
VacuMaster Window with four suction plates Exterior cross beam Interior cross beam CAUTION Positioning the cross beam (VacuMaster Window with four suction plates) Risk of hand injuries and crushing ► Use the handle (20) to position the cross beam (19) (see image). -
Page 31: Lifting Loads
It is not permitted to operate the device in moist, wet, oily, icy, dirty or dusty environments, or in any other environments that would reduce the friction. ► The maximum lift capacity of the individual suction plates must not be exceeded. 30.30.01.00127/03 www.schmalz.com EN | 31... -
Page 32: Guiding Loads
Always transport loads as close to the ground as possible and adapt the transport speed to the working conditions. ► Avoid jerking the lifting device as this could cause the device to rotate or swing. 30.30.01.00127/03 www.schmalz.com EN | 32... -
Page 33: Rotating Loads On A Horizontal Axis
Press the ’Rotate’ button on the operating panel. Hold the control handle firmly. The workpiece can only turn to the right, or to the left, in order to return it to its original position. 30.30.01.00127/03 www.schmalz.com EN | 33... -
Page 34: Depositing Loads
Setting down the lifting device briefly in the off state is referred to as ‘parking’. Procedure: 1. Set down the pump. 2. Hang the lifting device in a safe position on the crane system or position in a holding device (do not set down on the workpiece!). 30.30.01.00127/03 www.schmalz.com EN | 34... -
Page 35: Storage
(0 °C to + 15 °C, max. 25 °C) that is dark, dry, low in dust and offers protection from the weather, ozone and drafts. They should also be free of tension (e.g. stacked appropriately to avoid deformation). 30.30.01.00127/03 www.schmalz.com EN | 35... -
Page 36: Troubleshooting
Workpiece has cracks, gaps or is The workpiece cannot be handled triggered porous with this lifting device Sealing lip is damaged Replace sealing lip Faulty hose/leaking screw unions Replace components Vacuum switch misaligned/faulty Contact customer service 30.30.01.00127/03 www.schmalz.com EN | 36... - Page 37 Check connection; correct if functioning, but necessary workpiece is not vacuum- gripped Motor of swiveling or Power supply interrupted Check power supply line turning device does not Linear actuator defective Have linear actuator repaired or work replaced 30.30.01.00127/03 www.schmalz.com EN | 37...
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Page 38: Maintenance
Replace damaged or worn suction plates immediately (cracks, holes, corrugation). Always replace suction plates completely. Tip: Heating the screw union of the suction plate makes it easier to loosen. Seal the suction plate connection again when screwing on. 30.30.01.00127/03 www.schmalz.com EN | 38... -
Page 39: Vacuum Filter
Clean the filter at least once a week. Checking safety features Check these safety features at the start of every shift (if the unit is not operated continuously) or once a week (if operated continuously). 30.30.01.00127/03 www.schmalz.com EN | 39... -
Page 40: Testing The Warning Device
Switch off the pump. The vacuum should not drop by more than 0.1 bar within 5 minutes. Rectify any faults before starting up the device. Should faults occur during operation, switch off the device and rectify the faults. 30.30.01.00127/03 www.schmalz.com EN | 40... -
Page 41: Service Table
The suction plates can be cleaned using soap and warm water; do not use cleaning solvents on the suction sealing lips! 30.30.01.00127/03 www.schmalz.com EN | 41... -
Page 42: 10 Decommissioning And Disposal
For proper disposal, please contact a company specializing in the disposal of technical goods and instruct it to observe the prevailing disposal and environmental regulations. The manufacturer of the device will be happy to assist you in finding a suitable company. 30.30.01.00127/03 www.schmalz.com EN | 42... - Page 43 In short, easy-to-understand videos we explain the comprehensive functions offered by our products. Take a look, it’s worth it! www.schmalz.com/gewusst-wie Further services ranging from consultation to training can be found at www.schmalz.com/services J. Schmalz GmbH Johannes-Schmalz-Str. 1 72293 Glatten, Germany Tel. +49 (0)7443 2403-0 Fax +49 (0)7443 2403-259 schmalz@schmalz.de...
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