DROPSA Vip4chain User And Maintenance Manual

DROPSA Vip4chain User And Maintenance Manual

Chain lubrication & dispensing

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Vip4chain
Chain Lubrication & Dispensing
User and Maintenance Manual
Warranty Information
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DISTRIBUTORS
Manual drawn in accordance with CE
Directive 06/42
C2047IE - WK 43/02

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Vip4chain Chain Lubrication & Dispensing User and Maintenance Manual Warranty Information CONTENTS INTRODUCTION GENERAL DESCRIPTION MACHINE IDENTIFICATION TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS COMPONENTS UNPACKING AND INSTALLING Vip4chain OPERATION TROUBLESHOOTING MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE DISPOSAL ORDERING INFORMATION DIMENSIONS HANDLING AND TRANSPORTATION OPERATING HAZARDS PRECAUTIONS WARRANTY DECLARATION OF COMPLIANCE...
  • Page 2: Introduction

    1. INTRODUCTION This manual refers to the Vip4chain Lubrication device. You can find additional copies and newer revisions of this document from out website http://www.dropsa.com. Alternatively contact one of our sales offices. Please read this manual carefully, as it contains important information on health and safety issues. A copy of this manual should remain with the user of the product.
  • Page 3: Components

    No settings are required as the unit automatically configures itself. A green LED will indicate the correct operation of the pump module fitted on top of the base unit. The signals are then sent back to the Main Vip4chain Controller to determine that all the units are functioning correctly.
  • Page 4: Unpacking And Installing Vip4Chain

    6. UNPACKING AND INSTALLING Vip4chain 6.1 UNPACKING Once a suitable location has been found to install the unit remove the unit from the packaging. No particular disposal procedures are necessary, however packing should be disposed of in accordance with regulations that may be in force in your area or state.
  • Page 5 6.5 HYDRAULIC CONENCTIONS It is suggested to use Ø4 mm tube on the air/oil outlets located on the left hand side of the unit. 6.6 PNEUMATIC CONENCTIONS Connect the Air inlet to the solenoid inlet on the base of the unit using Ø6 mm nylon tube. 6.7 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS Before carrying out any type of electrical wiring –...
  • Page 6: Operation

    7 OPERATION 7.1 COMMISIONING THE Vip4chain Before using the Vip4chain, the following check list must be observed: The Unit has not sustained any damage Electrical and Pneumatic connections are correct Purge Air from the micropumps by loosening the bleed screw on the micropumps using a 2mm allen key.
  • Page 7 7.5 SET-UP AND CONFIGURATION OF THE ELECTRONIC CONTROL SELECT THE OPERATING MODE : Press and hold the key for at least 2 seconds. The unit will go into its set-up mode. MODE Select the Operation mode DISEPNSE (‘dISP’) or CHAIN (‘ChA’) by using the UP/DOWN keys and then press MODE continue.
  • Page 8 DISPENSE MODE PARAMETERS Parameter Display Description Operation Default Number of pump cycles performed Set the value using the Number of Pump  when lubricating/dispensing. From 1 to   keys Cycles 9999 The amount of time the pump remains Set the value using the Pump On ON when dispensing.
  • Page 9: Troubleshooting

    The following table highlights some of the most common problems encountered when using the Vip4chain and how to resolve them. In the event of doubts or the problem is not listed, do not dismantle the unit but contact a DropsA technical centre for assistance.
  • Page 10: Disposal

    Weight (Kg.) 13. HANDLING AND TRANSPORTATION Vip4chain Units are packed and dispatched in cardboard containers. During transportation and storage always maintain the unit the right way up as indicated on the box. On receipt check that the packaging has not been damaged and store the pump in a dry place.
  • Page 11: Operating Hazards

    14. OPERATING HAZARDS It is necessary to read and understand the possible hazards and risks involved when using a lubrication pump. The operator must fully understand the hazards explained in this manual. Electrical Power No maintenance must be performed on the unit without having detached and isolated the power supply and ensuring that it cannot be reconnected for the duration of the maintenance task.
  • Page 12: Warranty

    Dropsa reserves to right to charge an administration fee if the product(s) returned are found to be not defective. This limited warranty does not cover any products, damages or injuries resulting from misuse, neglect, normal expected wear, chemically caused corrosion, improper installation or operation contrary to factory recommendation.
  • Page 13: Declaration Of Compliance

    02 – 250.791 Telephone Certifies that: The Machine: CHAIN LUBRICATION & DISPENSING Vip4chain Has been manufacturer in conformance with the European Community Directive relating to the harmonised standards of the member states relating to machine safety, EMC (89/336/CEE) and BT (73/23/CEE) and...
  • Page 14 E-mail: sales@dropsa.it (Export) Fax: (+33) 01 39 86 26 36 E-mail: vendite@dropsa.it (National) E-mail: salesfr@dropsa.com Dropsa (UK) Ltd Dropsa do Brazil Ind. E Com. Ltda Unit 6, Egham Business Village, Rua Sobralia 175, Egham,Surrey,TW20 8RB Sao Paulo, Brazil Tel: (+44) 01784 - 431177...

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