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 any- thing on the product.
2 | Product Description Product Description Suction connection Oil drain plug Discharge connection Cooling air inlet Oil fill plug (=Venting valve) Cooling air outlet Oil sight glass Nameplate Directional arrow NOTE Technical term. In this instruction manual, we consider that the term ‘machine’ refers to the ‘vacuum pump’.
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 not capable of maintaining ultimate pressure.
2 | Product Description 2.5 Optional Accessories 2.5.1 Inlet Filter The inlet filter protects the machine against dust and other solids in the process gas. The inlet filter is available with a paper or polyester cartridge. 6 / 24 0870166451_MV0312B_B0004_IM_en_MD...
Transport | 3 Transport WARNING Suspended load. Risk of severe injury! • Do not walk, stand or work under suspended loads. WARNING Lifting the machine using the motor eye bolt. Risk of severe injury! • Do not lift the machine using the eye bolt fitted to the motor. Only lift the machine as shown.
• 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 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 Connection size(s): –...
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 [► 21] and Oil [► 21]. Check oil level The oil level should stay constant over the lifetime of the oil. If the level does fall, this indicates a leak and the machine requires repair.
• 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.
6 | Commissioning Double star connection, multi-voltage Star connection, multi-voltage motor motor with 9 pins (low voltage): with 9 pins (high voltage): Commissioning NOTICE Lubricating a dry running machine (compression chamber). Risk of damage to the machine! • Do not lubricate the compression chamber of the machine with oil or grease. CAUTION During operation the surface of the machine may reach temperatures of more than 70°C.
The machine in Aqua version is able to convey up to 100% saturated water va- pour. The conveyance of other vapours than water vapour shall be agreed upon with Busch. • Make sure that any condensate from the suction side will not enter the non-operat- ing machine.
Every 20000 hours • Change the oil. The change interval of 20000 operating hours is valid for Busch approved oils only. The change interval de- pends very much on the operating conditions. Border- line operation may reduce the change interval down to approximately 5000 operating hours.
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Maintenance | 7 7.3 Cleaning from Dust and Dirt 4 mm hex key Clean the ventilation grilles, cooling fins and inlet screen (IS) 0870166451_MV0312B_B0004_IM_en_MD 15 / 24...
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. Drain pan Cleaning cloth For oil type and oil capacity see Technical Data [► 21] and Oil [► 21].
• 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 bind- ing signed ‘Declaration of Contamination’ (form downloadable from www.buschvacuum.com).
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 Description Part no.
(VRE) is misadjusted or de- lief valve (VRE) fective. 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). 0870166451_MV0312B_B0004_IM_en_MD 19 / 24...
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(CPL). Oil level too low. • Top up oil. Defective bearings. • Repair the machine (con- tact Busch). The machine runs too hot. Insufficient cooling. • Remove dust and dirt from the machine. Ambient temperature too • Observe the permitted high.
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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