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Filtromat Operating and Maintenance Instructions English (translation of original instructions) Document No. : 3120755e Follow these instructions for proper and safe use. Keep for future reference.
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Executive directors: Mathias Dieter, Dipl.Kfm. Wolfgang Haering Documentation Representative The contact data of the person authorized with the documentation is: Günter Harge c/o HYDAC International GmbH, Industriegebiet, 66280 Sulzbach / Saar Germany Telephone: +49 6897 509 1511 Telefax: +49 6897 509 1394 E-mail: guenter.harge@hydac.com...
Additionally, please observe the product- related instructions and requirements. Operator, specialist Read, observe and follow this manual and personnel: the associated documents, in particular, the safety and warning instructions. Tab. 1: Target group 6 / 84 BeWa OFU 3120755e en-us print...
Fig. 1: Overview / labeling of the title page Short name of the product / product name Type of document Language Document no. / Index Supplementary instructions regarding the validity of the manual (optional) BeWa OFU 3120755e en-us print 7 / 84...
(1., 2., 3., etc.). An example for procedural instructions with a fixed sequence: 1. Remove the transport securing device. 2. First fill the product. 3. Switch the product on. 8 / 84 BeWa OFU 3120755e en-us print...
An example for a procedural instruction with intermediate re- sult and final result: 1. Switch the product on. ð The display lights up. 2. Press the button. O The product is now ready for use. BeWa OFU 3120755e en-us print 9 / 84...
Warning/General Safety Information, which is placed ahead of each activity, are represented as follows: CAUTION Type and source of danger Consequence of the danger Hazard symbol Measures to avert danger ► 10 / 84 BeWa OFU 3120755e en-us print...
NOTICE NOTICE – The signal word indicates a hazardous situation with a high level of risk, which, if not avoided, will result in damage to property. BeWa OFU 3120755e en-us print 11 / 84...
Delivery. They are made available to you at the conclusion of the contract at the latest. You will also find these under www.hydac.com -> General Terms and Conditions (T&C). This manual was prepared to the best of our knowledge. Nev- ertheless and despite the greatest care, it cannot be excluded that mistakes could have crept in.
– *To clearly lay down and define the responsibilities for the installation, operation, troubleshooting, maintenance and cleaning – To ensure that all the employees have read and under- stood the instructions 14 / 84 BeWa OFU 3120755e en-us print...
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Specialist personnel Knowledge of envi- - General ronmentally friendly disposal of materi- als and matter is re- quired. Knowledge of de- contamination of contaminants is re- quired. Knowledge of recy- cling is required. 16 / 84 BeWa OFU 3120755e en-us print...
These symbols can be found for all safety and warning instruc- tions in this manual which indicate particular dangers to per- sons, property or the environment. Follow the instructions. Pull the power plug before opening 18 / 84 BeWa OFU 3120755e en-us print...
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Exposed electrical components Danger due to operating pressure Signs used for the required specialist personnel These symbols show the required training/knowledge for in- stallation work and/or maintenance work. BeWa OFU 3120755e en-us print 19 / 84...
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Specialist personnel - Service / Administrator These persons have been trained by the manu- facturer and are authorized to perform service. 20 / 84 BeWa OFU 3120755e en-us print...
High solid particle contamination in the fluid / at the bottom of the tank The pump will be damaged/destroyed u Do not prime fluid directly at the bottom of the tank. u Do not prime fluid in the sump. BeWa OFU 3120755e en-us print 21 / 84...
Take all measures to protect the environment. Ensure that no operating medium is released into the environment (soil or wa- ter). Remove any leaked operating medium immediately and in an environmentally sound manner. 22 / 84 BeWa OFU 3120755e en-us print...
EN 2 to extinguish any fires / to fight fires. Maintain a minimum safe distance from electrical components. For a mains voltage of up to 1000 V, the minimum safe dis- tance is 1 m. Fig. 2: Fire protection class B BeWa OFU 3120755e en-us print 23 / 84...
The manufacturer assumes no responsibility for determining the interfaces for installation in a system or the installation, use or functionality of the product in this system. 26 / 84 BeWa OFU 3120755e en-us print...
3.2 Improper use or use deviating from intended use Any use extending beyond this or deviating therefrom shall not be considered intended use. HYDAC FILTER SYSTEMS GMBH will assume no liability for any damage resulting from such use. This risk is borne solely by the owner.
Following belongs to the scope of delivery: Qty. OFU, including the suction and pressure hose and the power supply cable with the power plug (model according to the purchase order - see the model...
Depending on the version, the filter unit has different dimen- sions. You can find details regarding these in the following chapters. 3.4.1 OFU - Dimensions The OFU filter unit has the following dimensions. Fig. 5: Dimensions of the OFU All dimensions are in mm. 30 / 84...
Permissible pressure at -0.4 … 0.6 bar suction port (IN) Permissible fluid tempera- -10 … 80°C ture range Permissible ambient tem- -10 … 40 °C perature range Permitted storage tempera- 10 … 40°C ture range Permitted relative humidity ≤ 95 %, non-condensing during storage BeWa OFU 3120755e en-us print 31 / 84...
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Tab. 4: Technical data Permissible operating fluid Mineral oils and mineral oil- based raffinates. Permitted operating pres- ≤ 10 bar sure Hydraulic connections 1“ according to ISO 228 32 / 84 BeWa OFU 3120755e en-us print...
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380/420 V AC, 50 Hz, 3 Ph 440/690 V AC, 50 Hz, 3 Ph Power consumption 380/420 V AC = 5.5 kW 440/690 V AC = 5.5 kW Protection class IP54 Connector cable, length 10 m Filter element size 1300 / 2600 Filter element type Betamicron / AQUAMICRON BeWa OFU 3120755e en-us print 33 / 84...
Emission sound pressure < 70 db(A) level L Design service life The intended service life of the filter unit is not limited if the ser- vice and maintenance intervals are complied with. Tab. 5: Technical data 34 / 84 BeWa OFU 3120755e en-us print...
3.7 Decoding the name plate Identification details of the filter unit can be found on the name plates on the filter unit and the components. Always mention the part no. and the serial no. when contacting HYDAC. Fig. 6: Decoding the type label Item Description ->...
Flow rate -> Flow rate Temp. Oil -> Permissible oil temperature range Temp. Amb. -> Permitted ambient temperature range Volume -> Oil volume in the filter unit Tab. 6: Decoding the type label 36 / 84 BeWa OFU 3120755e en-us print...
HYDAC FILTER SYSTEMS GMBH Technical specifications | 3 3.7.1 Model code The filter unit is defined by the following model code: OFU 10 P 2 N 2 B 05 B / - Product Type code 10 = Standard = Special designs on request...
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Requirements of the workplace as well as the working environ- ment can be found in the chapter "Technical data" under: – Permitted ambient temperature range – Protection class according to DIN EN 60529 (IEC 529) 38 / 84 BeWa OFU 3120755e en-us print...
HYDAC FILTER SYSTEMS GMBH Device description | 4 4 Device description The filter unit has the following components/operating ele- ments: Fig. 8: Components/operating elements of the OFU BeWa OFU 3120755e en-us print 39 / 84...
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Filter housing air vent BLEED Motor pump assembly Differential pressure indicator Suction hose with lance and suction strainer Filter housing drain DRAIN Pressure hose with lance Main switch with motor protection switch Protective screen 40 / 84 BeWa OFU 3120755e en-us print...
Transport the filter unit only in standing position. Store the filter unit in a standing position in clean and dry rooms. The conditions required for storage are given in chapter Technical data. BeWa OFU 3120755e en-us print 41 / 84...
– Observe the maximum permissible ambient temperature and constant supply of cooling air to avoid overheating. – Make sure that there is sufficient space above the filter housing to replace the filter elements. 42 / 84 BeWa OFU 3120755e en-us print...
Fig. 9: Avoiding siphoning Environmentally tip Siphoning effect Reservoir overflowing/leaking = oil spill u Remove the ends of the hoses from the reservoir after op- eration or shut the shut-off device in the suction line. BeWa OFU 3120755e en-us print 43 / 84...
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After the filter unit is switched off, the height difference/pri- mary pressure can cause flow to occur both in the feed direc- tion and against the feed direction and the fluid can leak un- controllably. 44 / 84 BeWa OFU 3120755e en-us print...
= Back-pressure ∆p4 = Differential pressure p4 = Back-pressure In the example, the back pressure at the first measurement point shows the total of the subsequent pressures in the hy- draulic system. BeWa OFU 3120755e en-us print 45 / 84...
– Modified response to water – More deposits due to additive reactions – More system contamination due to detached deposits – Changed water/air absorption and air release behavior – Greater tendency to foam 46 / 84 BeWa OFU 3120755e en-us print...
5. Check the direction of rotation of the electric motor by switching it on briefly (jog mode). The direction of rota- tion required is indicated by an arrow on the fan cover. BeWa OFU 3120755e en-us print 47 / 84...
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7. Switch the filter unit on or off at the main switch. Depending on the version, the filter unit has thermal protection in the motor windings and a motor protection switch in the ter- minal box to protect it from electrical overload. 48 / 84 BeWa OFU 3120755e en-us print...
– Use a suction hose that is suitable for a vacuum of ≥ -0.5 bar (e.g. -1 bar). – Avoid constrictions in the connected hoses. This reduces the power and increases the risk of cavitation. BeWa OFU 3120755e en-us print 49 / 84...
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– Ensure that the connecting lines (suction side / pressure side) do not transfer any voltage or cause vibrations on the unit. Use hoses or compensators if necessary. 50 / 84 BeWa OFU 3120755e en-us print...
Secure the hose so that it cannot fall out or float. Check that no shut-off devices in the lines/hoses are ob- structed. Make sure there is a depressurized outlet. BeWa OFU 3120755e en-us print 51 / 84...
5 minutes of operation, then switch it off and fill the motor pump group with fluid through the suction hose. Subsequently switch the filter unit on again. O The filter unit is ready for operation. 52 / 84 BeWa OFU 3120755e en-us print...
The optical/electrical clogging indicator signals the required fil- ter element change via the lamp on the main switch and by switching the filter unit off. When the contamination display has responded, exchange the filter element. BeWa OFU 3120755e en-us print 53 / 84...
Depending on the version with a visual or electrical clogging in- dicator, the main switch differs according to the following fig- ure: Fig. 12: Activate the main switch L Main switch / E-STOP L1 Indicator lamp of filter element is dirty 54 / 84 BeWa OFU 3120755e en-us print...
Change the filter element at a permissible differential pressure across the filter element or once the clogging indicator enters the red zone. Fig. 13: Observe the opti- cal clogging indicator BeWa OFU 3120755e en-us print 55 / 84...
Observing the op- tical clogging indi- cator (optional) Operation Checking/clean- ing the strainer Changing the fil- ter element Changing the fil- ter element 1 - Operating personnel; 2 - Specialist personnel – Mechanical 56 / 84 BeWa OFU 3120755e en-us print...
3. Loosen the four star gripped screws on the filter cover anticlockwise. 4. Fold the star gripped screws down and press them fur- ther against the filter housing. This pushes the filter cover of the filter housing upwards. BeWa OFU 3120755e en-us print 57 / 84...
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NOTICE! Do not use striking tool for this. 9. Check the O-ring on the cover for damage, if necessary replace it. Slightly moisten the O-ring on the cover with an operat- ing medium. 58 / 84 BeWa OFU 3120755e en-us print...
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Unscrew the bleed screws with ≈ four turns and wait till the oil emits on the bleed screws (BLEED). Subsequently close the bleed screw (BLEED). 14. Check the filter unit for leaks. O The replacement of the filter element is complete. BeWa OFU 3120755e en-us print 59 / 84...
2. Drain the filter housing at the connection DRAIN. Collect the oil with a suitable oil drain container. Return the oil to the tank or dispose it in an environmen- tally safe manner. DRAIN 60 / 84 BeWa OFU 3120755e en-us print...
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7. Insert the cleaned strainer (3) in the valve. 8. Manually screw the cover (1) in with an installed seal (2) clockwise. 9. Tighten it with the wrench = 50 mm. O The checking/cleaning of the strainer is complete. BeWa OFU 3120755e en-us print 61 / 84...
Dispose of the dismounted individual parts/drained operating fluids/fluids in an environmentally friendly manner. Follow the respective national regulations. 62 / 84 BeWa OFU 3120755e en-us print...
Use only original spare parts for a long and defect-free life cy- cle of the product. When ordering spare parts and accessories make sure to always indicate the exact model code and the se- rial number. BeWa OFU 3120755e en-us print 63 / 84...
Fig. 14: Differential pressure indicator - visual VM x B.x Type of indication Visual display with a green-red field, automatic reset Weight 55 g Response pressure and indi- VM 2 B.x = 2 bar -10% cation range respectively VM 3 B.x = 3 bar -10% VM 5 B.x = 5 bar -10% 66 / 84 BeWa OFU 3120755e en-us print...
HYDAC FILTER SYSTEMS GMBH Appendix | 10 Permissible operating over- ≤ 210 bar pressure Permitted temperature range -30 … +100°C Connector threads G ½ Installation space required According to HN 28-22 Maximum tightening torque 33 Nm Tab. 9: Differential pressure indicator -visual VM x B.x BeWa OFU 3120755e en-us print 67 / 84...
Fig. 15: Differential pressure gauge, visual VM x BM.x Type of indication Visual display by green-red field, manual reset Weight 55 g Response pressure and indi- VM 2 BM.x = 2 bar -10% cation range respectively VM 3 BM.x = 3 bar -10% VM 5 BM.x = 5 bar -10% 68 / 84 BeWa OFU 3120755e en-us print...
HYDAC FILTER SYSTEMS GMBH Appendix | 10 Permissible operating over- ≤ 210 bar pressure Permitted temperature range -30 … +100°C Connector threads G ½ Installation space required According to HN 28-22 Tab. 10: Differential pressure indicator, visual VM x BM.x BeWa OFU 3120755e en-us print 69 / 84...
The electric clogging indicator reacts to the increasing pres- sure difference at the increasing contamination level of the fil- ter element. Fig. 16: Differential pressure indicator, electrical VM x C.x Type of indication Electrical switch Weight 120 g 70 / 84 BeWa OFU 3120755e en-us print...
Electrical connection Male connection M20 Female connector to DIN EN 175301-803 Protection class in accordance IP 65 (only if the connector is with DIN 40050 wired and fitted correctly) Tab. 11: Differential pressure indicator, electrical VM x C.x BeWa OFU 3120755e en-us print 71 / 84...
The electric clogging indicator reacts to the increasing pres- sure difference at the increasing contamination level of the fil- ter element. Fig. 17: Differential pressure indicator, electrical VM x D.x /-Lxx Type of indication Visual indicator and electrical switch Weight 150 g 72 / 84 BeWa OFU 3120755e en-us print...
0.03 to 5 A @ 230 V AC Electrical connection Male connection M20 Female connector to DIN EN 175301-803 Protection class in accordance IP 65 (only if the connector is with DIN 40050 wired and fitted correctly) Tab. 12: Differential pressure indicator, electrical VM x D.x / -Lxx BeWa OFU 3120755e en-us print 73 / 84...
HYDAC SYSTEMS & SERVICES GMBH Friedrichsthaler Str. 15, Werk 13 66450 Neunkirchen - Heinitz Germany Telephone: +49 6897 509 01 Fax: +49 6897 509 324 E-mail: service@hydac.com Homepage: www.hydac.com Tab. 13: HYDAC Service Deutschland 74 / 84 BeWa OFU 3120755e en-us print...
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Dimensions of the OFU ................Fig. 5 Decoding the type label ................Fig. 6 Model code OFU ..................Fig. 7 Components/operating elements of the OFU ........... Fig. 8 Avoiding siphoning ................... Fig. 9 Measure or display dynamic pressure / differential pressure ....Fig. 10 Pressure loss formula................
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Differential pressure indicator -visual VM x B.x ........Tab. 10 Differential pressure indicator, visual VM x BM.x ........Tab. 11 Differential pressure indicator, electrical VM x C.x ........Tab. 12 Differential pressure indicator, electrical VM x D.x / -Lxx ......Tab. 13 HYDAC Service Deutschland ..............76 / 84 BeWa OFU 3120755e en-us print...
They are able to as- Filter elements with the -KB mark- sess and perform the work as- ing do not have a bypass. signed to them, they are also able to recognize potential dangers. BeWa OFU 3120755e en-us print 77 / 84...
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HY- DAC or an authorized service part- ner. They are able to assess and perform all the tasks with regard to the product and detect possible dangers. 78 / 84 BeWa OFU 3120755e en-us print...
Differential pressure indicator, visual negative oil properties 46 VM x B.x 67 VM x BM.x 69 Differential pressure vs. Back pressure Person authorized with the documenta- 45 tion 2 Disposal 62 power plug exclusion of liability 12 BeWa OFU 3120755e en-us print 79 / 84...
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IP protection class 47 publisher 2 Scope of delivery 28 Service 74 Service Partners 74 shutting down Temporary 62 siphoning effect 43 Support 74 Terms and Conditions 12 Terms of Delivery 12 Warranty 12 80 / 84 BeWa OFU 3120755e en-us print...
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