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WELCH-ILMVAC OWNER’S MANUAL FOR DRY VACUUM PUMP MODELS 2585B-01, 2585B-50, 2585B-55 & 2585Z-50 Warning Not recommended for pumping acid, base or organic vapors or gases. Warning Be sure to properly identify intake and discharge before using pump. See section 2.5 Welch-Ilmvac 5621 W.
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INSTRUCTION WARNING AND CAUTION PLEASE READ BEFORE OPERATION While reading your manual, please pay close attention to areas labeled: WARNING AND CAUTION. The description of each is found below. WARNING Warnings are given where failure to observe instruction could result in injury or death to people.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Section 01 - Installation 1.01 Unpacking 1.02 Pump Mounting 1.03 Pump Location / Environmental Conditions 1.04 Exhaust Provisions 1.05 Electric Power 1.06 Vacuum Connections 1.07 Vacuum Gauges 1.08 Vacuum Pump Oil Section 02 - Pump Features & Principles of Operation 2.01 General Description 2.02...
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Section 1: SAFETY INFORMATION I.10 CAUTION: To prevent injury. I.11 Never operate this product if it has a damaged cord or plug. If it is not working properly, has been dropped, damaged or has fallen into water, please return the product to a Welch service center for examination and repair.
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Section 2: INSTALLATION 2.10 Introduction This manual has been compiled not only for the care and maintenance of the Welch Dry Vacuum Sys tem now in your possession, but as a helpful reference and guide to prevent many problems which can occur if used improperly.
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2.20 Electrical Power 2.21 Power Source Review Review the power source and the voltage rating on the units serial number tag to be sure they agree in voltage, phase and frequency. Serious damage may occur to the system if it is connected to an im proper voltage.
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This product is for use on a nominal 120V circuit, and has a grounding plug that looks like the plug illustrated in Sketch A in Figure #1. A temporary adapter, which looks like the adapter illustrated in sketches Band C, may be used to connect this plug to a 2-pole receptacle as shown in sketch B if a properly grounded outlet is not available.
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2.30 Traps 2.31 The need for a Trap The pumps will handle humid air. All wetted aluminum parts are treated for corrosion protection from moisture. All other wetted parts are stainless steel. If there is a chance liquid may be drawn from the process under evacuation, Welch recommends a liquid trap be placed between the process and the pump.
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Section 3: OPERATION 3.10 Starting Procedures 3.11 Starting a Welch Dry Vacuum Pump Before attaching the pump to a system it is well to familiarize yourself with the function and action of the pressure vacuum pump that you have acquired. Review the power requirements as described in Section 2.6.
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Section 5: TROUBLESHOOTING 5.10 Vacuum Problems Leakage, contamination and unusual outgassing are the general causes of problems with poor vacuum. To operate at maximum effi ciency a system must be thoroughly clean. If the system is completely clean and free from leaks, and unwarranted vacuum problems still exist, the pump should be checked. A simple criterion for the condition of the pump is the determination of its maximum vacuum capability.
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6.18 Parts List and Exploded View for Pump Model 2585 Item Qty. Description Service Kit Seal Kit Feet Kit 2585K-03 2585K-04 2500K-04 Connecting Rod Ass’y O-Ring Valve Plate O-Ring, Connector Tube Head Screw Rubber Suction Feet Valve Plate Ass’y O-Ring Cylinder Muffl...
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Vacuum System for Cell Harvesting: - 2585B-01 2, 3 - 2585Z-50 - 2585B-50 - 2585B-55 7.11 System Components 2585B-01 2585Z-50 2585B-50 2585B-55 Qty. Part No. Description Cap Assembly, Machined Needle Valve Knob Hose Barb Fitting Hose Barb Connector Vacuum Gauge Vacuum Gauge 7.12...
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In this event, an estimate of the repair costs will be submitted and authorization of these charges will be required before the product is repaired and returned. Welch-Ilmvac 5621 W. Howard Street Niles, IL 60714...
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