Safety Prior to handling the machine, this instruction manual should be read and understood. If anything needs to be clarified, please contact your Busch representative. Read this manual carefully before use and keep for future reference. This instruction manual remains valid as long as the customer does not change anything on the product.
Conveying of other media leads to an increased thermal and/or mechanical load on the machine and is permissible only after a consultation with Busch. The machine is intended for the placement in a non-potentially explosive environment. The machine is designed for indoor installation, in case of outdoor installation, ask your Busch representative in order to take specific precautions.
3 | Transport 2.3 Optional Accessories 2.3.1 Gas Ballast Valve The gas ballast valve mixes the process gas with a limited quantity of ambient air to counteract the condensation of vapour inside the machine. The gas ballast valve has an influence on the ultimate pressure of the machine, see Tech- nical Data [► 22].
Storage | 4 Lifting with a sling: make sure the machine is properly fastened to the lifting sling. Machine weight: see the technical data or the nameplate (NP) Lifting with the transport lug (TL) • Check the machine for transport damage. If the machine is secured to a base plate: •...
• Make sure that all provided covers, guards, hoods, etc. are mounted. If the machine is installed at an altitude greater than 1000 meters above sea level: • Contact your Busch representative, the motor should be derated or the ambient temperature limited.
In case of very long connection lines it is advisable to use larger line sizes in order to avoid a loss of efficiency. Seek advice from your Busch representative. 5.2.1 Suction Connection NOTICE Ingress of foreign objects or liquids.
Risk of premature failure! Loss of efficiency! • Only use an oil type which has previously been approved and recommended by Busch. For oil type and oil capacity see Technical Data [► 22] and Oil [► 22]. 1x o-ring part no.: Check oil level...
• Busch recommends installing a D-curve circuit breaker. • Make sure that the motor of the machine will not be affected by electric or electro- magnetic disturbance from the mains; if necessary seek advice from Busch. • Connect the protective earth conductor.
5 | Installation 5.4.2 Wiring Diagram Three-Phase Motor NOTICE Incorrect direction of rotation. Risk of damage to the machine! • Operation in the wrong direction of rotation can destroy the machine in a short time! Prior to start-up, ensure that the machine is operated in the right direction. •...
Commissioning | 6 Commissioning NOTICE The machine can be shipped without oil. Operation without oil will ruin the machine in short time! • Prior to commissioning, the machine must be filled with oil, see Filling Oil [► 10]. CAUTION During operation the surface of the machine may reach temperatures of more than 70°C.
Risk of injuries! Risk of premature failure and loss of efficiency! • Respect the maintenance intervals or ask your Busch representative for service. • Shut down the machine and lock against inadvertent start up. • Vent the connected lines to atmospheric pressure.
In case an inlet filter is installed: • Check the inlet filter cartridge, replace it if necessary. • Contact Busch for an inspection. Every 5 years If required, overhaul the machine. * Service interval for synthetic oil, shorten the interval when using mineral oil, contact Busch Service 7.2 Oil Level Inspection...
Use of an inappropriate oil. Risk of premature failure! Loss of efficiency! • Only use an oil type which has previously been approved and recommended by Busch. 1x o-ring, part no.: 0486 000 505 Drain pan For oil type and oil capacity see Technical Data [► 22] and Oil [► 22].
• Decontaminate the machine as much as possible and state the contamination status in a ‘Declaration of Contamination’. Busch will only accept machines that come with a completely filled in and legally binding signed ‘Declaration of Contamination’. (Form downloadable from www.buschvacuum.com) NOTICE Improper assembly.
Use of non-Busch genuine spare parts. Risk of premature failure! Loss of efficiency! • The exclusive use of Busch genuine spare parts and consumables is recommended for the correct functioning of the machine and to validate the warranty. Spare part kit Description Part no.
The inlet filter cartridge (op- • Replace the inlet filter tional) is partially clogged. cartridge. Internal parts are worn or • Repair the machine (con- damaged. tact Busch). The machine runs very nois- Worn coupling (CPL). • Replace the coupling ily. (CPL). Stuck vanes.
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The float valve (FV) does • Check float valve and the not work properly. oil return line, repair it if necessary (contact Busch). The machine runs at atmo- • Make sure that the ma- spheric pressure for a long chine operates under va- period.
This Declaration of Conformity and the CE-mark affixed to the nameplate are valid for the machine within the Busch scope of delivery. This Declaration of Conformity is issued under the sole responsibility of the manufacturer. When this machine is integrated into a superordinate machinery the manufacturer of the superordinate machinery (this can be the operating company, too) must conduct the conformity assessment process for the superordinate machine or plant, issue the Declaration of Conformity for it and affix the CE-mark.
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