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OPERATING MANUAL BETRIEBSANLE 3421295627_V1.0 FlexxPump4 B lubrication system Project / Order: B1X.xxxxxxxxx-xxxx Bill of materials: 10xxxxxx Serial number: Year of manufacture: 2019...
OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system Revision history Revision history Version Date Description 02.03.2021 Basic version Tab. -1 Revision history...
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Revision history OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system...
OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system Table of contents Table of contents General 13 Further applicable documentation ....... . . 13 Purpose of the document ...
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Table of contents OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system Product description 25 Use .............. 25 3.1.1 Lifetime ...
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OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system Table of contents 4.2.2.1 Display elements ............ 33 LED ...
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Table of contents OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system Operation 56 General ............. . . 56 Personnel qualifications ...
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OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system Table of contents 7.2.2.1 Lubrication ............. 76 Standard ...
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Table of contents OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system Decommissioning, storage 113 Introduction ............ 113 9.1.1 Personnel...
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OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system Table of contents Torque tables 12.1 Tightening torques for screws........12.1.1 Zinc plated screws .
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OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system General General Read the entire manual before working with the product. The manual con- tains important information for your personal safety. The manual must be read and understood by all persons who work on the product in any of the product life phases.
General OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system Purpose of the document This manual describes the following product life phases of the product: • Commissioning • Operation • Maintenance • Repairs • Disposal The manual contains the information required for using the product as in- tended.
OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system Safety Safety Hazard symbols in the manual 2.1.1 Hazard warnings The hazard warnings are defined for the following four types of danger levels: DANGER DANGER DANGER identifies a hazard with high risk that could lead to serious injury or death.
Safety OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system 2.1.2 Explanation of warning symbol Hazard warnings for personal injuries contain the symbol of the correspond- ing hazard. Symbol Explanation of symbols Hazards due to general causes Hazards due to environmental pollution Hazards due to leaking batteries Tab. 2-1 Explanation of warning symbol Product safety...
OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system Safety Danger areas The danger area is the area at a product and/or in its surroundings where there is a potential of danger to the life or health of persons, or to the envi- ronment, or damage to property. The operator must secure the danger area (protective fence/sensors).
Safety OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system 2.4.1 Personal safety equipment The operator is responsible for providing specialists with personal safety equipment. Fig. 2-1 PSA (personal safety equipment) Always wear safety helmet Wear fall protection system when work- ing from 2 m height. Always wear protective goggles Always wear safety shoes Wear welding goggles during welding...
OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system Safety 2.4.2 Personnel qualifications DANGER Lack of safety training Incorrect behavior of untrained or insufficiently trained technicians can result in severe or fatal injuries! Before technicians work on safety-related aspects of the product: • Ensure that the technicians are trained with regard to safety •...
Safety OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system 2.4.2.1 Operating companies The operating company is responsible for ensuring that: • the product is used as intended • the product is sufficiently lubricated at all times • all safety aspects are complied with •...
OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system Safety 2.4.2.4 Operators The operator: • was trained and instructed by the operating company or the manufacturer • has very good knowledge of the user interface and the operating elements • has process knowledge which is specifically geared to the product The operator is responsible for the following tasks: •...
Safety OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system 2.4.2.6 Maintenance technicians The maintenance technician: • was trained by the operating company or the manufacturer • has very good mechanical and/or electrical knowledge • has software knowledge • has maintenance experience • bears responsibility for the safety of the cleaning staff The maintenance technician is responsible for the following tasks: •...
OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system Safety Product-specific hazards DANGER Leaking fluids Oils, greases and other operating consumables may leak during the entire service life of the product. These leaking liquids are harmful to the environ- ment! • Observe the specified maintenance intervals and service intervals •...
Read the safety data sheets carefully. Follow all the instructions. We recom- mend that you store the safety data sheets for future reference. The safety data sheet for Güdel H1 can be found in the download area of our company Web site http://www.gudel.com...
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OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system Product description Product description 3.1.1 Lifetime The lifetime of the product is 20,000 operating hours. 3.1.2 Intended use The system is designed exclusively for lubricating Güdel linear guideway and Güdel gear teeth. Be sure the hydraulic system is installed correctly Ü 2 44 Any other or additional use is not considered to be use in the intended man- ner.
The product has a type plate. FlexxPump4 XXXXX Bill of materials: XXXXXXX Serial number: 20XXXXXX Güdel AG Industrie Nord CH-4900 Langenthal www.gudel.com Fig. 3-1 Type plate Serial number Pump type Item number Build year (the first two digits of the se-...
OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system Product description 3.2.2 Position of the type plate The type plate is attached to the right side of the casing. The hydraulic out- puts are indicated by engraved numbers. Fig. 3-2 Position of the type plate Type plate Number of the hydraulic output Technical data...
Product description OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system 3.3.1 FlexxPump 3.3.1.1 Dimensions and connections FlexxPump4 B 108.5 Fig. 3-3 Dimensions and connections FlexxPump4 B Hydraulic output Connections Hydraulic: • Two connections for lubrication lines with a diameter of 6/3 mm Operating voltage The operating voltage is 6 VDC.
OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system Product description 3.3.1.2 Temperature ranges The following temperature ranges and humidity apply: Product life phase Temperature range Air humidity Transport -10 to +60 °C Standard operation* -15 to +60 °C Up to and at 85 %, condensation forma- tion is not permissible Bearing...
Product description OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system 3.3.2 Splitter 3.3.2.1 Temperature ranges The following temperature ranges and humidity apply: Product life phase Temperature range Air humidity Transport -10 to +60 °C Operation +10 to +80°C Up to and at 85 %, condensation forma- tion is not permissible Storage...
OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system Design, function Design, function Design The product consists of the following components: (further information Ü 2 44) Fig. 4-1 Design of FlexxPump4 B lubrication system FlexxPump Y-segment (combines lubricants) Lubrication line Splitter (separates lubricants)
Design, function OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system 4.1.1 Detailed design of FlexxPump4 B The product consists of the following components: Fig. 4-2 Detailed design of FlexxPump4 B Vent locking mechanism, including mag- LCD display netic peg Covering Casing Lubricant cartridge Active surface Union ring Hydraulic output Battery...
OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system Design, function Function 4.2.1 Functional description The lubrication system serves to automatically lubricate Güdel components. The FlexxPump4 feeds the lubricant from the lubricant cartridge into the lu- brication lines. Depending on the design, the lubricant is distributed through splitters, combined through Y-segments, or distributed directly to the lubrica- tion areas.
Design, function OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system Explanation Designation The red LED is lit when there is an There is an error at error and the FlexxPump was the FlexxPump switched "On" before the error. The yellow LED lights up when the The magnetic peg was active surface is touched by the mag- detected by the...
OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system Design, function Display in LCD Explanation After each dispensing process, the maximum ap- plied counter-pressure is displayed in bar during the dispensing process. 1 / 2 During a dispensing process, the FlexxPump indi- cates from which hydraulic output the lubricant is transported.
Design, function OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system PRO menu Sub-menu Display in LCD Explanation h1…240 Adjustable setting for pause time "h" c1…30 Adjustable setting for number of strokes "h" 01…36 Adjustable setting for emptying time Tab. 4-7 Explanation of PRO menu FIL menu Sub-menu Display in LCD...
OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system Design, function 4.2.2.2 Control elements Magnetic peg The magnetic peg is magnetic and integrated into the covering. It is stored in the opening in the covering and is also used as a gasket for the product. The magnetic peg can be used to select actions or make changes to the product settings.
Design, function OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system 4.2.3 Splitter The quantity of lubricant at the input is distributed evenly between the out- puts. The splitter only works in the direction of the arrow. ½ lubrication quantity Lubrication quantity ½ lubrication quantity Fig. 4-5 Function: Splitter, 2-fold ⅓...
OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system Commissioning Commissioning Introduction 5.1.1 Safety Only perform the tasks described in this chapter after you have read and un- derstood the chapter "Safety". Ü 2 15 It concerns your personal safety! DANGER Missing safety and monitoring equipment Missing or changed safety and monitoring equipment could lead to serious or fatal injuries! •...
Commissioning OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system WARNING Leaking batteries Battery fluids and their fumes are corrosive and poisonous! They can cause injuries and environmental damage! • Make sure there is good ventilation in closed rooms before repairing leaks • Wear safety goggles and gloves •...
OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system Commissioning Transport Avoid strong impacts and shocks while transporting the lubrication system. Lithium batteries are used if the product is used in lower temperature ranges. 5.3.1 Packaging symbols A lithium battery is also included with the product. The packaging unit is marked by one of the following or similar transport information labels.
Commissioning OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system 5.3.2 Repairing damaged packaging Repair damaged packaging units as follows: Remove packaging unit Check batteries In case of damaged batteries: Contact manufacturer by phone number on the transport informa- tion Follow manufacturer instructions If batteries are undamaged: Repackage batteries Attach transport information for lithium battery to packaging unit The packaging unit is repaired.
OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system Commissioning 5.4.2 Installing the lubricant pump The installation position of the lubrication system is not important. Fig. 5-2 Installing the lubricant pump Installation site Lubricant pump Screw Install the lubricant pump as follows: Mount lubricant pump with two screws M6 L = 35 mm The lubricant pump has been assembled.
Commissioning OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system 5.4.3 Connect hydraulics NOTE Material damage Closing hydraulic outputs creates an overpressure. The overpressure can cause damage to the product. • Do not close any hydraulic outputs 5.4.3.1 FlexxPump4 N/B 3-fold Lubrication system with 3 lubrication points Fig. 5-3 Design FlexxPump4 N/B 3-fold Lubricating pinion (not included in the...
OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system Commissioning 5.4.3.2 FlexxPump4 N/B 6-fold Lubrication system with 6 lubrication points Fig. 5-4 Design FlexxPump4 N/B 6-fold Lubricating pinion (not included in the 2. Axis (not included in the scope of de- scope of delivery) livery) Lubricating element (not included in the Lubrication line diameter 6/3 mm scope of delivery)
Commissioning OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system 5.4.3.3 FlexxPump4 N/B 9-fold Lubrication system with 9 lubrication points Fig. 5-5 Design FlexxPump4 N/B 9-fold Lubricating pinion (not included in the 2. FlexxPump4 N/B scope of delivery) Lubricating element (not included in the 3. Axis (not included in the scope of de- scope of delivery) livery) 1.
OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system Commissioning 5.4.3.4 FlexxPump4 N/B 10-fold Lubrication system with 10 lubrication points Fig. 5-6 Design FlexxPump4 N/B 10-fold Lubricating pinion (not included in the 2. Axis (not included in the scope of de- scope of delivery) livery) Lubricating element (not included in the 2.
Commissioning OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system 5.4.4 Connecting Fig. 5-7 Connect Hydraulic output Battery Covering Casing Plug Connect the product as follows: Prerequisite: The hydraulics are connected Prerequisite: The covering and the lubricant cartridge have been removed Connect battery to plug Insert battery in casing The product is connected...
OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system Commissioning Initial commissioning Check the connections of the hydraulic system before starting up the prod- uct. 5.5.1 Switch on the FlexxPump 2 x 60 s Fig. 5-8 Switch on the FlexxPump Switch on the FlexxPump as follows: Prerequisite: The FlexxPump is switched "OFF" Touch the active surface with the magnetic peg Ü 2 37 Remove the magnetic peg from the active surface once the LCD displays "On"...
Commissioning OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system If the function is executed while the FlexxPump is in emptying time mode, the set emptying time is shortened. 2 x 40 x 2 x Fig. 5-9 Execute FIL menu Execute the FIL menu as follows: Prerequisite: There is no malfunction at the FlexxPump Touch the active surface with the magnetic peg Ü 2 37 Remove the magnetic peg from the active surface once the LCD displays "FIL"...
OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system Commissioning 5.5.3 Checking the lubrication system Mount all lubrication lines on the hydraulic outputs of Start the lubricant pump Start the lubricant pump's lubrication cycle Clean the rails and racks Start lubrication point check Lubricate rails and racks with lubricating spray (material number 10406825) Fill lubrication line with Is the lubrication line...
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Commissioning OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system ü û VIII 404 DLS 402 B ü ü û û...
OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system Commissioning 404 DLS 402 B ü ü û û Lubrication ex works Specifications Lubricant quantity Elkalub FLC 8 H1 Cannot be determined Running surfaces of the roller and pinion need to be covered completely by a lubricating film Cleaning agents mild universal cleaner free from aromatic compounds (e.g.
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OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system Commissioning 5.5.4 Check settings Check the settings as follows: Set the SET menu according to the Güdel standard Ü Chapter 6.6.1, 2 62 Current setting of the FlexxPump Ü Chapter 6.6.4, 2 68 with the val- ues required for the lubrication points Ü 2 57 In the event of deviations, make changes in the PRO menu Ü Chapter 6.6.2, 2 64 The settings are checked and set.
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Operation OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system Operation General Only operate the product after observing the installation instructions. For information on operating the product, refer to the appropriate chapter of the documentation for the complete system. Personnel qualifications Only appropriately trained and authorized technicians are allowed to work on the product.
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OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system Operation Lubrication recommendation 6.4.1 General information NOTE Lubricating film missing A missing lubricating film on rails and racks leads to damage to the product. This results in operational failure. • Ensure that there is always a lubricating film on rails and racks during oper- ation •...
Operation OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system 6.4.2 Basics Average lubricant The following lubricant quantities should be dispensed at least per lubrication requirement at a point. These are empirical values from Güdel. These values can be met only lubrication point approximatively due to the number of outputs of the lubricant pump and the installed splitters.
Calculation formulas: Emptying time of the lubricant cartridge (P1) The lubrication quantity calculator will help you determine the corresponding settings and lubrication quantities for your application. The lubrication quan- tity calculator can be found in the download area of our company website http://www.gudel.com...
Operation OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system Menu 6.5.1 Explanation of symbols The following symbols are used in the figures for the menu and the sub- menus: Explanation Designation Indicators and information are visibly LCD display displayed on the LCD during opera- tion and also for programming.
OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system Operation 6.5.2 Menu navigation The menu navigation for the FlexxPump is structured as follows: InF-Menü SEt-Menü run-Menü Pro-Menü FIL-Menü Fig. 6-1 Menu navigation...
Operation OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system Sub-menu 6.6.1 SET menu The SET menu is used to select the operating mode and the cartridge volume used. The operator can choose between the emptying time mode and hour mode operating modes and between the 400 ml and 250 ml cartridge vol- umes.
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OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system Operation Execute the SET menu as follows: Touch the active surface with the magnetic peg Ü 2 37 Remove the magnetic peg from the active surface once the LCD displays "SEt" and the yellow LED lights up Wait until the green LED and the LCD flash twice Select emptying time operating mode Touch the active surface with the magnetic peg Ü 2 37...
Operation OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system 6.6.2 PRO menu in emptying time mode The PRO menu is used to set the dispensing behaviour of the FlexxPump. The operator can set the number of strokes "c" and the emptying time of the lu- bricant cartridge in months.
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OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system Operation Execute the PRO menu as follows: Prerequisite: There is no malfunction at the FlexxPump Prerequisite: In the SET menu, the emptying time operating mode is se- lected Touch the active surface with the magnetic peg Ü 2 37 Remove the magnetic peg from the active surface once the LCD displays "Pro"...
Operation OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system 6.6.3 PRO menu in hour mode The PRO menu is used to set the dispensing behaviour of the FlexxPump. The operator can set the number of strokes "c" and the pause time "h". Pause times can be set between 1…240 hours and hub strokes "c"...
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OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system Operation Execute the PRO menu as follows: Prerequisite: There is no malfunction at the FlexxPump Prerequisite: In the SET menu, the hour mode operating mode is selected Touch the active surface with the magnetic peg Ü 2 37 Remove the magnetic peg from the active surface once the LCD displays "Pro"...
Operation OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system 6.6.4 INF menu in emptying time mode The INF menu provides information on the firmware used and the current set values in the PRO menu in emptying time mode. The operator cannot make any changes to the values in the INF menu. The function indicates the values of the parameters in unchanged sequence.
OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system Operation 6.6.5 INF menu in hour mode The INF menu provides information on the firmware used and the current set values in the PRO menu in hour mode. The operator cannot make any changes to the values in the INF menu. The function indicates the values of the parameters in unchanged sequence.
Operation OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system 6.6.6 RUN menu The RUN menu is used to trigger a special dispensing action. The function en- ables manual checking of a lubrication point, for example. With the activation, a special dispensing action per outlet is initiated and the FlexxPump executes the number of strokes that is set in the PRO menu under the parameter for number of strokes "c".
OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system Operation Switch off FlexxPump The FlexxPump can be switched off in all states (normal operating state or malfunction) in the way described here. 60 s 2 x Fig. 6-8 Switch off FlexxPump Switch off the FlexxPump as follows: Prerequisite: The FlexxPump is switched "On"...
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OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system Maintenance Maintenance Introduction Maintenance The listed tasks have to be carried out at the prescribed time intervals. If they tasks are not carried out at the specified intervals or improperly, all warranty is voided. Observing these obligations is a significant condition so that the prod- uct performing without malfunction as well as its long service life.
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Maintenance OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system 7.1.1 Safety Only perform the tasks described in this chapter after you have read and un- derstood the chapter "Safety". Ü 2 15 It concerns your personal safety! DANGER Leaking fluids Oils, greases and other operating consumables may leak during the entire service life of the product.
OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system Maintenance Consumables and auxiliary agents 7.2.1 Cleaning agents Use a soft rag or cloth for cleaning tasks. Only use permissible cleaning agents. 7.2.1.1 Table of cleaning agents Cleaning agents Location of application Lubrication system: Lubrication pump, lubrication mild universal cleaner lines, other components free from aromatic...
Maintenance OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system 7.2.2.1 Lubrication Standard The following lubricants are intended for use in the lubrication system: Fig. 7-1 Lubrication system FlexxPump Lubrication ex Specifica- Lubri- Location of Category works tions cant application quantity Güdel H1 NSF Cannot be Lubrication sys- no.
OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system Maintenance Temperature range 0°C to +5°C The following lubricants are intended for use in the lubrication system at a temperature range 0°C to +5°C: Fig. 7-3 Lubrication system FlexxPump Lubrication Specifica- Lubri- Location of appli- Cate- ex works tions cant...
Maintenance OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system 7.2.2.2 Lubricant table Lubrication ex Specifi- Lubri- Location of appli- Cate- works cations cant cation gory quantity Lubrication system Cannot be Elkalub FLC 8 FlexxPump: Pre-lu- deter- bricating rails and mined racks Cannot be Güdel H1 NSF Lubrication system deter-...
OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system Maintenance Duty cycle 100% 2000 2,500 3,300 5,000 10,000 6,000 7,500 10,000 15,000 30,000 10,000 12,500 16,500 25,000 50,000 20,000 25,000 33,000 50,000 100,000 Tab. 7-7 Conversion table: Operating hours at the respective duty cycle Operating conditions Normal operating conditions are assumed, which correspond to the parame- ters defined by Güdel when designing the product.
Maintenance OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system The definition is based on 5/7 working days per week. Operating 1-shift opera- 2-shift opera- 3-shift opera- hours tion tion tion every 4 weeks every 2 weeks weekly 2,000 yearly every 6 months every 4 months 6,000 every 3 years every 1.5 years...
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OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system Maintenance 7.3.2 Maintenance tasks after 2,200 hours 7.3.2.1 Replacing lubricant cartridge Replace the lubricant cartridge if the malfunction message E1 (Empty) appears. DANGER Residual amounts in empty lubricant cartridges Empty lubricant cartridges contain lubricant residues. Oils and greases are harmful to the environment! •...
Maintenance OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system Fig. 7-5 Replace lubricant cartridge Covering Union ring Lubricant cartridge Casing Cover Lubrication ex works Specifications Lubricant quan- tity Ü Chapter 7.2.2.1, 2 76 Ü Chapter 7.2.2.1, 2 76 400 ml Tab. 7-10 Lubricant: Lubrication system FlexxPump...
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OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system Maintenance Replace the lubricant cartridge as follows: Prerequisite: The lubrication system is switched off Turn the cover by the union ring in the direction of the arrow and re- move it Turn the empty lubricant cartridge in the direction of the arrow and re- move it Turn the cover lid of the new lubricant cartridge in the direction of the arrow and remove it...
Maintenance OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system NOTE Empty battery A battery charge only lasts until one lubricant cartridge is emptied. An empty battery causes material damage to the entire plant due to inadequate lubrica- tion. • Always replace the battery simultaneously with the lubricant cartridge •...
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OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system Maintenance Replace the battery as follows: Prerequisite: The lubricant cartridge is removed Ü 2 81 Remove battery Release plug Attach plug to new battery Insert new battery Fit the lubricant cartridge Ü 2 81 Switch on the FlexxPump Ü 2 100 Perform special dispensing action Ü Chapter 6.6.6, 2 70 The battery is replaced.
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OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system Maintenance 7.3.2.3 Checking the lubrication system Mount all lubrication lines on the hydraulic outputs of Start the lubricant pump Start the lubricant pump's lubrication cycle Clean the rails and racks Start lubrication point check Lubricate rails and racks with lubricating spray (material number 10406825) Is the lubrication line Fill lubrication line with...
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OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system Maintenance 404 DLS 402 B ü ü û û Lubrication ex works Specifications Lubricant quantity Elkalub FLC 8 H1 Cannot be determined Running surfaces of the roller and pinion need to be covered completely by a lubricating film Cleaning agents mild universal cleaner free from aromatic compounds (e.g.
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OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system Maintenance 7.3.3 Maintenance tasks after 10,000 hours 7.3.3.1 Cleaning and checking lubrication system Fig. 7-7 Cleaning and checking lubrication system Cleaning agents mild universal cleaner free from aromatic compounds (e.g. Motorex OPAL 5000) Tab. 7-12 Cleaning agents: Lubrication system: Lubrication pump, lubrication lines, other components Check the lubrication system according to the following table.
Maintenance OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system Inspection Description Measures point Lubrication lines Check lubrication lines Remove kinks and air pock- for kinks and air pock- ets immediately ü û Function Check function Replace defective compo- nents immediately Tab. 7-13 Inspection table NOTE Lubricating film missing A missing lubricating film on rails and racks leads to damage to the product.
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OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system Maintenance 7.3.4 Maintenance tasks after 20,000 hours 7.3.4.1 Replacing the lubricant pump Removing the lubricant pump Remove the lubricant pump as follows: Switch off the system and secure it with a padlock against being switched on again Remove connecting cable Disconnect the lubrication lines from the hydraulic outputs...
Maintenance OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system Installing the lubricant pump The installation position of the lubrication system is not important. Fig. 7-8 Installing the lubricant pump Installation site Lubricant pump Screw Install the lubricant pump as follows: Mount lubricant pump with two screws M6 L = 35 mm The lubricant pump has been assembled.
OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system Maintenance Connect hydraulics NOTE Material damage Closing hydraulic outputs creates an overpressure. The overpressure can cause damage to the product. • Do not close any hydraulic outputs FlexxPump4 N/B Lubrication system with 3 lubrication points 3-fold Fig. 7-9 Design FlexxPump4 N/B 3-fold...
Maintenance OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system FlexxPump4 N/B Lubrication system with 6 lubrication points 6-fold Fig. 7-10 Design FlexxPump4 N/B 6-fold Lubricating pinion (not included in the 2. Axis (not included in the scope of de- scope of delivery) livery) Lubricating element (not included in the Lubrication line diameter 6/3 mm scope of delivery) FlexxPump4 N/B 6-fold...
OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system Maintenance FlexxPump4 N/B Lubrication system with 9 lubrication points 9-fold Fig. 7-11 Design FlexxPump4 N/B 9-fold Lubricating pinion (not included in the 2. FlexxPump4 N/B scope of delivery) Lubricating element (not included in the 3. Axis (not included in the scope of de- scope of delivery) livery) 1.
Maintenance OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system FlexxPump4 N/B Lubrication system with 10 lubrication points 10-fold Fig. 7-12 Design FlexxPump4 N/B 10-fold Lubricating pinion (not included in the 2. Axis (not included in the scope of de- scope of delivery) livery) Lubricating element (not included in the 2.
OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system Maintenance Connecting Fig. 7-13 Connect Hydraulic output Battery Covering Casing Plug Connect the product as follows: Prerequisite: The hydraulics are connected Prerequisite: The covering and the lubricant cartridge have been removed Connect battery to plug Insert battery in casing The product is connected...
Maintenance OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system Switch on the FlexxPump 2 x 60 s Fig. 7-14 Switch on the FlexxPump Switch on the FlexxPump as follows: Prerequisite: The FlexxPump is switched "OFF" Touch the active surface with the magnetic peg Ü 2 37 Remove the magnetic peg from the active surface once the LCD displays "On"...
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OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system Maintenance Checking the lubrication system Mount all lubrication lines on the hydraulic outputs of Start the lubricant pump Start the lubricant pump's lubrication cycle Clean the rails and racks Start lubrication point check Lubricate rails and racks with lubricating spray (material number 10406825) Is the lubrication line Fill lubrication line with...
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OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system Maintenance 404 DLS 402 B ü ü û û Lubrication ex works Specifications Lubricant quantity Elkalub FLC 8 H1 Cannot be determined Running surfaces of the roller and pinion need to be covered completely by a lubricating film Cleaning agents mild universal cleaner free from aromatic compounds (e.g.
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OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system Maintenance Feedback on the instructions Your feedback helps us to keep improving these instructions. Thank you! mailto: docufeedback@ch.gudel.com Please provide the following information with your feedback: • Identification number of the instructions • Product, type •...
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Repairs OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system Repairs Introduction Work sequences Perform the work sequences in the order described. Perform the described tasks at the specified times. This ensures a long service life for your product. Original spare Only use original spare parts. Ü 2 125 parts Tightening torques Unless otherwise indicated, adhere to the tightening torques of Güdel.
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OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system Repairs 8.1.1 Safety Only perform the tasks described in this chapter after you have read and un- derstood the chapter "Safety". Ü 2 15 It concerns your personal safety! DANGER Leaking fluids Oils, greases and other operating consumables may leak during the entire service life of the product.
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Repairs OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system Repairs Always replace the complete lubrication system if it is defective; the splitters, the Y-segments, the lubrication lines or the connection cable with new ones. Send the complete lubrication system to Güdel for repairs.
OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system Decommissioning, storage Decommissioning, storage Introduction Only perform the tasks described in this chapter after you have read and un- derstood the chapter "Safety". Ü 2 15 It concerns your personal safety! 9.1.1 Personnel qualifications Only appropriately trained and authorized technicians are allowed to work on the product.
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Decommissioning, storage OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system WARNING Leaking batteries Battery fluids and their fumes are corrosive and poisonous! They can cause injuries and environmental damage! • Make sure there is good ventilation in closed rooms before repairing leaks • Wear safety goggles and gloves •...
OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system Decommissioning, storage Decommissioning 9.3.1 Shutdown Do not empty the lubrication lines and the gearbox when shutting down the product. To shut down the product, proceed as follows: Switch off lubrication system Remove lubrication cartridge Release the plug from the battery Remove battery Disconnect the lubrication lines from the hydraulic outputs The product has been shut down.
Decommissioning, storage OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system Recommissioning For recommissioning, follow the steps described for commissioning. After cleaning work on the product or a downtime of one to four weeks, carry out the following jobs: • Check the lubrication system Ü 2 91 •...
OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system Decommissioning, storage 9.4.1.1 Cleaning the rails and racks DANGER Moving the axis The work requires moving the axis. This can lead to severe or fatal injuries! • Ensure that no persons are in the danger area while the axis is moving CAUTION Risk of injury There is a risk of cuts and crushing in the area of the gearbox, pinion, and...
Decommissioning, storage OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system 9.4.1.2 Pre-lubricating rails and racks ü û Fig. 9-2 Pre-lubricating rails and racks Lubrication ex works Specifications Lubricant quan- tity Ü Chapter 7.2.2.1, 2 76 Ü Chapter 7.2.2.1, 2 76 Tab. 9-2 Lubricant: Rails, racks, and pinions Pre-lubricate the rails and racks as follows: Prerequisite: The rails and racks have been cleaned.
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OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system Decommissioning, storage • Check hydraulic lines for air pockets and kinks ü û • Check lubrication system according to separate documentation on lubrica- tion system If the machine downtime is longer than one year, carry out the following tasks: •...
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OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system Disposal Disposal 10.1 Introduction Observe the following during disposal: • Adhere to the country-specific regulations • Separate the material groups • Dispose of the materials in an environmentally friendly way • Recycle waste if possible 10.1.1 Safety Only perform the tasks described in this chapter after you have read and un-...
Disposal OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system WARNING Leaking batteries Battery fluids and their fumes are corrosive and poisonous! They can cause injuries and environmental damage! • Make sure there is good ventilation in closed rooms before repairing leaks • Wear safety goggles and gloves •...
OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system Disposal 10.3 Waste management compliant assemblies 10.3.1 Disassembly DANGER Leaking fluids Oils, greases and other operating consumables may leak during the entire service life of the product. These leaking liquids are harmful to the environ- ment! •...
Disposal OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system Disassemble the product as follows: Prerequisite: Prior to disassembly, shut down the product Remove connecting elements (electric cables / lines / energy chains) Disassemble assemblies Dismantle components and separate different materials The product has now been disassembled. 10.3.2 Material groups Dispose of the material groups in accordance with the following table:...
• Drawing number (if applicable) Regular inquiries If you have questions relating to service, please use the service form at www.gudel.com or contact the responsible service department: For all other countries not included in the following list, please contact the service department in Switzerland.
OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system Americas Country Relevant service department Phone E-mail Brazil Güdel Lineartec Comércio de Automção Ltda. +55 11 99590 8223 info@br.gudel.com Rua Américo Brasiliense n° 2170, cj. 506 Chácara Santo Antonio CEP 04715-005 São Paulo Brazil Argentina Güdel TSC S.A. de C.V. +52 81 8374 2500 107 service@mx.gudel.com Gustavo M.
OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system Spare parts supply Country Relevant service department Phone E-mail Korea Güdel Lineartec Inc. +82 32 858 05 41 gkr.service@gudel.co.kr 11-22 Songdo-dong Yeonsu-Ku Post no. 406-840 Incheon City South Korea Taiwan, China Güdel Lineartec Co. Ltd. +88 635 97 8808 info@tw.gudel.com No. 99, An-Chai 8th St. Hsin-Chu Industrial...
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Spare parts supply OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system Country Relevant service department Phone E-mail Bosnia and Herzegovina Güdel GmbH +43 7226 20690 0 service@at.gudel.com Schöneringer Strasse 48 Croatia 4073 Wilhering Austria Austria Romania Serbia Slovenia Hungary Slovakia Güdel a.s. +420 602 309 593 info@cz.gudel.com Holandská 4...
All other countries Country Relevant service department Phone E-mail All other countries Güdel AG +41 62 916 91 70 service@ch.gudel.com Gaswerkstrasse 26 Industrie Nord 4900 Langenthal Switzerland Tab. 11-4 Service departments for all other countries Inquiries outside of business hours If you have service inquiries outside of business hours, please contact the following service departments: Europe Güdel AG...
Güdel AG Insustrie Nord CH-4900 Langnethal phone +41 62 916 91 91 +41 62 916 95 29 14.07.2008 / Page 1 of 1 info@ch.gudel.com VS0035 2-Amod ZP-4 M MO mec 3.10 10947-001A t i s y t i V000134...
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Torque tables OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system Torque tables 12.1 Tightening torques for screws NOTE Vibrations Screws without screw lock can come loose. • Secure screw connections on moving parts with Loctite medium strength 243. • Apply the adhesive on the nut thread, not on the screw!
OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system Torque tables 12.1.1 Zinc plated screws Unless otherwise specified, the following tightening torques apply for zinc- plated screws lubricated with Molykote (MoS2) grease or secured with Loc- tite 243: Thread size Tightening torque [Nm] 10.9 12.9 1.58 13.2...
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Type plate ..................26 Fig. 3 -2 Position of the type plate ............. 27 Fig. 3 -3 Dimensions and connections FlexxPump4 B ......28 Fig. 4 -1 Design of FlexxPump4 B lubrication system ......31 Fig. 4 -2 Detailed design of FlexxPump4 B ..........32 Fig.
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Illustrations OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system Fig. 7 -5 Replace lubricant cartridge ............82 Fig. 7 -6 Replace battery ................84 Fig. 7 -7 Cleaning and checking lubrication system ........ 91 Fig. 7 -8 Installing the lubricant pump ............94 Fig.
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OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system List of tables List of tables Tab. -1 Revision history................Tab. 1-1 Other applicable documentation ..........13 Tab. 1-2 Explanation of symbols/abbreviations ......... 14 Tab. 2-1 Explanation of warning symbol............. 16 Tab. 3-1 Temperature ranges: FlexxPump ..........29 Tab.
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List of tables OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system Tab. 7-10 Lubricant: Lubrication system FlexxPump ......... 81 Tab. 7-11 Lubricant, Cleaning agents: Pre-lubricating rails and racks ..87 Tab. 7-12 Cleaning agents: Lubrication system: Lubrication pump, lu- brication lines, other components..........91 Tab.
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OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system Index Index Accuracy Calculate Splitter ........30 Lubricant quantity ....59 Active surface ........37 Cancel FIL menu ........50 Air humidity ....29, 30, 114 Multi-dispensing ......50 Check settings ........55 Battery Checking Lithium ........
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Index OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system Decommissioning ......113 Feedback ........107 Dimensions Feedback on the instructions ..107 FlexxPump4 B ......28 FIL menu Disassembling ........ 123 Cancel .......... 50 Execute ........49 Disposal .......... 121 FlexxPump Disposal facilities ......124 switch off ........
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OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system Index Identification ........115 Magnetic peg ........37 INF menu Maintenance tasks ......73 Emptying time mode ....68 After 11,250 hours ....91 Hour mode ........ 69 After 2,250 hours ...... 81 After 22,500 hours ....93 Initial commissioning ......
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OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system Index Symbol ..........16 Safety data sheet ......24 Safety equipment ......17 Technical data ........ 27 Screw Temperature ........ 114 Tightening torque ....134 Temperature range ....29, 30 Service departments ....127 Tightening torque ....73, 108 SET menu ........
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OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system Appendix Appendix The appendix of this operating manual contains the following documents: • Layout • Spare parts lists • Declaration of conformity for TriboServ...
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OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system Appendix Declaration of conformity for TriboServ See also 2 Declaration of conformity for TriboServ [} 155]...
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OPERATING MANUAL FlexxPump4 B lubrication system Version larwue Author Date 02.03.2021 GÜDEL AG Industrie Nord CH-4900 Langenthal Switzerland +41 62 916 91 50 E-mail info@ch.gudel.com www.gudel.com...
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