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I.III Table of contents Chapter Content Page Revision history & imprint Revision history I.II Imprint of the manufacturer, distribution and service I.III Table of contents General information about this manual Signal words Warning symbols Structure of the safety instructions Symbols for information Safety EC/EU Directive Hazards...
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Chapter Content Page Mounting Preparations Assembly Commissioning Operation and settings General information Input and output signals - external control (PLC) Pin assignment Input signals 8.2.1 Control signal 2 seconds 8.2.1 Control signal 5 seconds 8.2.1 Control signal 8 seconds 8.2.2 Control signal 12 seconds 8.2.3 Control signal 14 seconds...
Any contradictory information contained in this user manual thus becomes invalid. If you have any questions regarding special applications, please contact Gruetzner GmbH (chapter I.II). The actual and factual operator must ensure and guarantee that these instructions, including any supplementary sheets, have been read and understood by all persons responsible for the installation, operation or maintenance of LUB-D.
Warning symbols The following warning symbols are used in this user manual to alert you to hazards, prohibitions and important information: General Electricity Flammable warning sign hazard material Structure of the safety instructions The safety instructions in this user manual are structured according to the following system: CAUTION This text explains the consequences of disregarding the...
Safety All persons working with LUB-D must follow these operating instructions, in particular the safety instructions and the rules and regulations applicable at the place of use. Generally applicable legal regulations and other rules as well as the relevant rules and regulations for accident prevention (e.g.
LUB-D with defective protective devices; • operation of LUB-D without lubricant; • operation of LUB-D with non-approved lubricant; • operation of heavily contaminated LUB-D; • modifications or alterations which may be carried out without the written permission of Gruetzner GmbH have taken place; • opening and/or partial or complete disassembly of LUB-D.
General safety instructions The following safety instructions are given for LUB-D: DANGER Damaged or flawed electrical connections or unlicensed hot components lead to heavy injuries or even death. • All work on electrical connections shall be provided by qualified personnel only. • Immediately change damaged cables or plugs. NOTICE Loose or overloaded screw connections can cause damage to LUB-D.
Description of function General information LUB-D is designed as an extremely compact double piston pump. The two pistons run force-controlled and counter-rotating. LUB-D is available with one, two, three or four lubricant outlets (see chapter 5). The outlets are secured by an integrated non-return valve.
Nameplate and designation The nameplate of LUB-D is visibly attached to the side of the pump itself. There the CE mark and the serial number of LUB-D are visible. Refer to chapter 3, Fig. 1 for the location of the nameplate and serial number. Scope of delivery LUB-D is available in several different versions. They differ in type (housing for 250 or 400 ml cartridge), number of outlets and accessories supplied.
Technical data Housing Dimensions without cartridge 107 x 56.5 x 108 Dimensions with housing 250 ml WxHxD 107 x 165 x 108 Dimensions with housing 400 ml 107 x 198.5 x 108 Weight (incl. empty cartridge, depending on 1285 - 1524 model) Mounting options holes for screw M6...
After receiving LUB-D check the delivery note for completeness and correctness. Any missing parts or damages must be reported immediately to the forwarding agent, the insurance company or Gruetzner GmbH in writing. Transport NOTICE Hard shocks due to e.g. falling or setting down too hard can damage LUB-D.
Versions LUB-D is designed as a compact central lubrication unit for supplying one or more lubri- cation points. Depending on the specifi c application LUB-D can also reliably and cleanly supply a limited number of lubrication points with lubricant. In this case accessories (e.g. splitters, progressive distributors or lubrication gears) can be connected to LUB-D in order to extend the number of lubrication points beyond the number of outlets.
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LUB-D-2 / LUB-D-2-250 Number of pump units (PU) Number of outlets Material Datum/Date Name VK-Artikel-Nr. Maßstab/Scale Warengruppe Maße in mm Gewicht/Weight DIN A4 J. Niederg. Bearb. 21.11.2017 1: 1 ,5 Gepr. J. Niederg. 21.11.2017 Differences in dosing volume per PU not applicable (only one PU) Dieses Dokument ist Eigentum von: This document is ownership of:...
LUB-D-1-1 / LUB-D-1-1-250 Number of pump units (PU) Number of outlets Material Datum/Date Name VK-Artikel-Nr. Maßstab/Scale Warengruppe Maße in mm Gewicht/Weight DIN A4 J. Niederg. Bearb. 21.11.2017 1: 1 ,5 Gepr. J. Niederg. 21.11.2017 Differences in dosing volume per PU Dieses Dokument ist Eigentum von: This document is ownership of: Benennung / Title...
LUB-D-3 / LUB-D-3-250 Number of pump units (PU) Number of outlets Material Datum/Date Name VK-Artikel-Nr. Maßstab/Scale Warengruppe Maße in mm Gewicht/Weight DIN A4 J. Niederg. Bearb. 21.11.2017 1: 1 ,5 Gepr. J. Niederg. 21.11.2017 Differences in dosing volume per PU Dieses Dokument ist Eigentum von: This document is ownership of: Benennung / Title...
LUB-D-4 / LUB-D-4-250 Number of pump units (PU) Maßstab/Scale Material Gewicht/Weight Datum/Date Name Number of outlets VK-Artikel-Nr. Warengruppe Maße in mm DIN A4 21.11.2017 J. Niederg. Bearb. 1: 1 ,5 Gepr. 21.11.2017 J. Niederg. Differences in dosing volume per PU Dieses Dokument ist Eigentum von: This document is ownership of: Benennung / Title...
Mounting Preparations Before starting to work, inform yourself in detail about LUB-D using this user manual; and follow the general safety instructions (section 2.7) in particular. Prepare the installation site carefully. NOTICE Pressurised air can damage the seals of LUB-D and can trans- port dirt and foreign matter into LUB-D or the lubricant.
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Remove cartridge cap Turn the cap of the lubricant cartridge counterclockwise and pull it off. Pay attention to cleanliness when carrying out the work. Be sure to prevent dirt, liquids and foreign bodies from entering the cartridge.
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Mount lubricant cartridge Place the full lubricant cartridge on LUB-D (label facing front). Turn the lubricant cartridge clockwise onto LUB-D. The end position is reached after two full rotations when the label of the lubricant car- tridge is aligned with the front of LUB-D. Assemble housing on power unit Place the dismantled housing on LUB-D and press it onto the power unit.
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Remove protective cap on the side of LUB-D Remove the black protective cap from the electrical interface on the side of LUB-D. Connect electrical interface To connect LUB-D with an external power supply system add a proper connecting cable to the electrical interface on the side of LUB-D.
Commissioning Mount LUB-D carefully according to the steps described in chapter 5.2. Depending on the scope of delivery you must also carry out the following additional measures for first-time commissioning: 1. Mechanical fastening Fix LUB-D mechanically. Pay particular attention to the maximum tightening torques. 2.
Operation and settings General information What you should know about operating and setting LUB-D: The disposable interchangeable cartridge with 250 or 400 ml lubricant guarantees a controlled and constant quality of the lubricant and is filled bubble-free. LUB-D allows a high supply security of the lubrication point and prevents failures. LUB-D cannot be used without a lubricant cartridge. Depending on the version ordered the cartridge can already be included in the scope of delivery and may already be connected and installed in LUB-D.
Input and output signals - external control (PLC) LUB-D operates as a pulse-controlled lubrication system only if unalterable input signals (high level) are transmitted from the PLC to LUB-D via PIN 2 in a defined sequence. LUB-D signals the respective status to the PLC via high/low levels which can be tapped off at PIN 4 and thus enables comprehensive control or, by suitable programming of the PLC, differentiated evaluation of the different states. To integrate LUB-D into an external control one input and one output must be provided on the control side.
Input signals LUB-D provides the following unalterably defined control signals (input signals) which must be transmitted from the PLC to LUB-D via PIN 2 of the electrical M12x1 interface as high level (+24 V DC). The control signals must be generated as high level (+24 V) by the external controller (PLC) over certain times with a tolerance of +/- 0.1 seconds.
8.2.1 Control signal 2 seconds The control signal 2 seconds triggers a single dispensing process at pump body 1. After a specified pause time this control signal can be repeated or another control signal can be sent. The operating states are output by LUB-D via PIN 4 as a high/low level and must be tapped and processed accordingly by the PLC.
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Description: LUB-D is properly connected to an external controller via the electrical interface and connected to the power supply. LUB-D sends a permanent output signal (high level) to PIN 4 which indicates to the external control (PLC) that it is ready for operation. This output signal must be perma- nently and continuously present for >3 seconds to control LUB-D by a PLC.
8.2.2 Control signal 5 seconds The control signal 5 seconds triggers a single dispensing process at pump body 2. After a specified pause time this control signal can be repeated or another control signal can be sent. The operating states are output by LUB-D via PIN 4 as a high/low level and must be tapped and processed accordingly by the PLC.
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Description: LUB-D is properly connected to an external controller via the electrical interface and connected to the power supply. LUB-D sends a permanent output signal (high level) to PIN 4 which indicates to the external control (PLC) that it is ready for operation. This output signal must be perma- nently and continuously present for >3 seconds to control LUB-D by a PLC.
8.2.3 Control signal 8 seconds If your model provides two pump bodies, the control signal 8 seconds triggers a single dispensing process at each pump body one after the other. After a specified pause time this control signal can be repeated or another control signal can be sent. The operating states are output by LUB-D via PIN 4 as a high/low level and must be tapped and processed accordingly by the PLC.
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Description: LUB-D is properly connected to an external controller via the electrical interface and connected to the power supply. LUB-D sends a permanent output signal (high level) to PIN 4 which indicates to the external control (PLC) that it is ready for operation. This output signal must be perma- nently and continuously present for >3 seconds to control LUB-D by a PLC.
8.2.4 Control signal 12 seconds The control signal 12 seconds triggers the FIL function by the external control. A total of 40 dispensing operations are carried out automatically one after the other. After a certain pause time this control signal can be repeated or another control signal can be sent. The operating states are output by LUB-D via PIN 4 as high/low levels and must be tapped and processed accordingly by the PLC.
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Description: LUB-D is properly connected to an external controller via the electrical interface and connected to the power supply. LUB-D sends a permanent output signal (high level) to PIN 4 which indicates to the external control (PLC) that it is ready for operation. This output signal must be perma- nently and continuously present for >3 seconds. This condition must be fullfilled to control LUB-D by a PLC.
8.2.5 Control signal 14 seconds The control signal 14 seconds is used to acknowledge error messages. It is the only control signal that LUB-D can process when a low level output signal is sent. Regardless of the basic principle of remotly acknowledging an error it is essential to identify and eliminate the cause when an error message is present.
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Description: LUB-D is properly connected to an external controller via the electrical interface and connected to the power supply. There is an error at LUB-D. LUB-D sends a permanent output signal (high level) to PIN 4 which indicates to the external control (PLC) that it is ready for operation.
Output signals Description Output signal (PIN 4) Chapter high, permanent ready for operation high, permanent received control signal low, 7...17 seconds dispensing process 0.5Hz square wave signal, permanent cartridge empty 8.3.1 low, permanent error If an output signal as low level (0V) is permanently present at PIN 4 for longer than 3s and no dispensing process is currently being performed by LUB-D, there is an error at LUB-D.
8.3.1 Empty level (E1) LUB-D is equipped with a sensor which detects the empty level of the lubricant cartridge. After reaching the empty level, LUB-D no longer dispenses lubricant. This ensures that no air enters LUB-D or the lubricant lines. The empty state message (E1) is transmitted to the external control (PLC).
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The transition of the output signals when changing a cartridge on LUB-D in switched-on state is shown and described below: PIN 4 E1 0,5 Hz E1 low Removing the empty cartridge Mounting the new cartridge Description: LUB-D is properly connected to an external controller via the electrical interface and connected to the power supply.
8.3.2 Error: overload (E2) Error "overload" (E2) signals a hydraulic overload during a dispensing process, e.g. if the maximum pressure is exceeded. PIN 4 >3s Description: LUB-D is properly connected to an external controller via the electrical interface and connected to the power supply. LUB-D has been successfully controlled by the external control (PLC) immediately before the occurrence of error E2 and has (attempted to) perform a dispensing operation.
8.3.3 Error: undervoltage (E3) Error "undervoltage/overvoltage" (E3) indicates that the power supply is not within the specified parameters. PIN 4 >3s Description: LUB-D is properly connected to an external controller via the electrical interface and connected to the power supply. If the supply voltage is too low, LUB-D sends a permanent output signal as low level (0 V) to PIN 4 for external control (PLC).
8.3.4 Fatal error (E4) A "fatal error" (E4) indicates that the integrated microelectronics has detected a critical error and that LUB-D is not operating within the valid parameters. The cause can be mechanical, electronic or any other influencing variable. PIN 4 >3s Description: LUB-D is properly connected to an external controller via the electrical interface and connected to the power supply.
Maintenance and disposal Before starting any maintenance work, inform yourself about the general safety instructions (see chapter 2) and observe the relevant local and operational safety regula- tions. Do not deactivate any protective device without authorization! Maintenance schedule The following maintenance schedule must be observed for LUB-D: Maintenace Commissio- After 500 hours...
9.1.1 Visual check Check the entire lubrication system (LUB-D and any connected accessories including tubes and distributors) for external damage (e.g. loose or loosened tubes) by a thorough and conscientious visual inspection. Check the condition of the lubrication point for correct supply of lubricant. Replace damaged or defective parts immediately to ensure permanent lubrication.
Cartridge change NOTICE A used lubricant cartridge must not be replaced on LUB-D as the integrated stroke counter of LUB-D is automatically reset by the cartridge sensor after a cartridge has been removed. • Only use full lubricant cartridges. NOTICE Only use original lubricant cartridges with lubricant approved by the manufacturer.
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Remove housing from power unit Separate the housing from the power unit by turning the retaining ring counterclockwise. Make sure that no dirt, water or foreign bodies enter the lubricant inlet. Remove empty cartridge Turn the empty cartridge clockwise to remove it.
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Mount new lubricant cartridge Place the full lubricant cartridge onto LUB-D (label facing front). Turn the lubricant cartridge clockwise onto LUB-D. The end position is reached after two full rotations when the label of the lubricant car- tridge is aligned with the front label of LUB-D. Assemble housing on power unit Place the dismantled housing on LUB-D and press it onto the power unit.
Carry out the work as described above. If the empty state of the cartridge (error E1) was reached during a dispensing cycle, it is interrupted and continued automatically after completing the work explained above. Disposal When disposing LUB-D and empty or opened cartridges follow the relevant national regulations in force.
Released accessories The present LUB-D can be considerably extended from use as a single point lubricator by the extensive system and accessory program. This may necessitate changes to the factory and/or the default settings of LUB-D to ensure reliable and proper operation of LUB-D combined with the hydraulically connected accessories.
10.1 Lubricants Only use lubricants approved by Gruetzner GmbH in the original cartridges developed and manufactured exclusively for LUB-D. NOTICE The lubricant used in each case differs according to the appli- cation. The respective designation can be found on the label of the cartridge. Further information on lubricants, documentation and safety data sheets can be obtained directly from Gruetzner GmbH.
2004/108/EC. The following harmonized standards have been applied: EN 61000‐6‐2, EN 61000‐6‐4 electromagnetic compability Authorised representative for the compilation of technical documents: Volker Grützner, CEO, Gruetzner GmbH, Kohlenhofstr. 60, 90443 Nuremberg, Germany Nuremberg, 19.01.2021 Volker Grützner Gruetzner GmbH Kohlenhofstr. 60...
11.3 Flow chart impulse mode PUL The adjoining figure shows the basic flow Start chart for control signal 2 seconds (chapter 8.2.1) which triggers a stroke as well as possible errors. The flow chart shall help you creating a PIN 4 customized program for your external >3 seconds high? control (PLC).
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