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Kinney ® Single Stage Rotary Vane Pumps Manual 1865 Rev C p/n 001865 0000 WARNING: Do Not Operate Before Reading Manual KVA Series OPERATOR’S MANUAL Models KVA12 KVA40 KVA160 KVA630 KVA21 KVA63 KVA250 KVA25 KVA100 KVA400 800.825.6937 | www.kinneyvacuum.com Original Instructions...
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Table of Contents Table of Contents Introduction .................. 1 Safety .................... 2 Graphic Conventions Used in this Manual ..........2 Safety Instruction Tag ................2 Safety Precautions for Vane Pumps ............2 Installation ..................4 Unpacking ..................... 4 Location ....................4 Power Requirements ................
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Table of Contents Overhaul Kit and Accessories............... 8 Maintenance Schedule ................. 8 Specifications ................9 Troubleshooting ................. 10 Exploded Views and Parts Lists ..........13 KVA12/21TNM Exploded View Drawing ..........14 KVA12/21TMN Parts List ..............15 KVA25/40TH Exploded View Drawing ..........16 KVA25/40TH Parts List ................
If the pump is stored outdoors, be sure to protect it from weather and corrosion. Kinney KVA vacuum pumps are built to exacting standards and, if properly installed and maintained, will provide many years of reliable service. Read and follow every step of these instructions when installing and maintaining the pump.
SAFETY GRAPHIC CONVENTIONS USED IN OTE: Indicates a procedure, practice, or condition that should be followed in THIS MANUAL order for the equipment to function in the manner intended. The following hazard levels are referenced within this manual: SAFETY INSTRUCTION TAG DANGER CAUTION Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not...
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Safety • Do not operate the pump with oxygen-enriched • Lift the pump only by the lifting lugs supplied gas (greater than 23.5% by volume) in the with the pump. Never lift equipment attached to suction line, unless the pump has been prepared the pump by the pump lifting lugs.
Check that these settings are in to your equipment. line with the voltage at your location. If the voltage is different, please contact Kinney for motor and starter information. LOCATION Correct direction of rotation is marked by an arrow...
Do not can clog exhaust filters and shorten their service use the built-in anti-suckback valve as a shut-off life. Kinney recommends KV-100 oil for normal valve for the vacuum system. duty operation or S500 oil for severe duty operation.
Do not use the anti-suckback valve as a check valve. Consult Kinney for proper check valves. GAS BALLAST KVA pumps (KVA125TH and larger) are equipped with a gas ballast.
MAINTENANCE KVA Series vacuum pumps require very little It is normal for the oil to be foamy or lightly colored maintenance. To ensure optimum performance, in an operating pump. This may be normal aeration perform the following maintenance procedures. of the oil. If the oil appears milky or dark colored, it is contaminated or burned and must be changed.
OVERHAUL KIT AND ACCESSORIES An overhaul kit contains a set of gaskets, O-rings, vanes, bearing, bearing sleeves, shaft seals, and taper pins. Please consult a Kinney authorized representative for part numbers. Manual 1865 Rev C p/n 001865 0000...
TROUBLESHOOTING Although Kinney vane pumps are well designed and manufactured, problems may occur due to normal wear and the need for readjustment. The following chart lists symptoms that may occur along with probable causes and remedies. SYMPTOM PROBABLE CAUSE REMEDIES...
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Inlet screen clogged Clean screen and check inlet filter element with debris Replace shaft seal, from overhaul kit, or call Kinney for Shaft seal leak service and repair. Vane stuck in rotor slot Replace vane or call Kinney for service and repair.
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Repair or replace if needed, or call Kinney for service causing a voltage drop. and repair. Manual 1865 Rev C p/n 001865 0000...
EXPLODED VIEWS AND PARTS LISTS Coupling Kit For your convenience, Kinney has prepared a variety of kits to serve all levels of routine and This kit includes (as applicable): the motor- and atypical maintenance of your KVA vane pump. pump-side coupling halves and cooling fan.
Exploded Views and Parts Lists KVA12/21TNM PARTS LIST ITEM NO. DESCRIPTION ITEM NO. DESCRIPTION Allen Bolt Cylinder Spring Lock Washer Rotor Coupling, Pump Side Sleeve, Bearing Coupling, Sleeve Vane Coupling, Motor Side A-end Plate Set Screw (Pump Side) B-end Plate Set Screw (Motor Side) Bearing Motor (IEC) (50Hz / 60Hz)
Exploded Views and Parts Lists KVA25/40TH PARTS LIST ITEM NO. DESCRIPTION ITEM NO. DESCRIPTION Oil Recirculating Screw Cylinder Banjo Fitting Rotor 285S-1 Seal Ring for 285 Sleeve, Bearing 285S-2 Sealing for 285 Vane Oil Return Tube A-End Plate Elbow Fitting B-End Plate 295S Sealing Ring for 295...
WARRANTY – VACUUM PRODUCTS Subject to the terms and conditions hereinafter set forth and set forth in General Terms of Sale, Kinney (the Seller) warrants products and parts of its manufacture, when shipped, and its work (including installation and start-up) when performed, will be of good quality and will be free from defects in material and workmanship.
NOTES: IMPORTANT All vacuum boosters and vacuum pumps manufactured by Kinney are date coded at time of shipment. In order to assure you of the full benefits of the product warranty, please complete, tear out and return the product registration card. You may also register your product online at www.kinneyvacuum.com or contact...
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For Service & Repair, Technical Support, or Product Sales contact: VACUUM & BLOWER SYSTEMS TUTHILL CORPORATION Kinney 4840 West Kearney Street Springfield, Missouri USA 5803-8702 O 417.865.8715 800.825.6937 F 417.865.2950 Manual 1865 Rev C p/n 001865 0000 www.kinneyvacuum.com 04/21...
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