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 anything on the product.
2 | Product Description Product Description Description Suction connection Oil drain plug Discharge connection Cooling air inlet Oil fill plug (=Venting valve) Cooling air outlet Oil sight glass Nameplate Non-return-valve (integrated) Directional arrow NOTE Technical term. In this instruction manual, we consider that the term ‘machine’ refers to the ‘vacuum pump’. NOTE Illustrations In this instruction manual the illustrations may differ from the machine appearance.
Busch. The machine is intended for the placement in a non-potentially explosive environment. The machine is designed for indoor installation, in case of outdoor installation, ask your Busch representative in order to take specific precautions.
2 | Product Description Standard Features 2.4.1 Vacuum Relief Valve The ultimate pressure is limited by a vacuum relief valve (VRE). The vacuum relief valve is adjusted ex-works to the minimum permitted ultimate pressure (see nameplate). Optional Accessories 2.5.1 Inlet Filter The inlet filter protects the machine against dust and other solids in the process gas.
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. ●...
4 | Storage Storage ● Seal all apertures with adhesive tape or reuse provided caps. If the machine is to be stored for more than 3 months: ● Wrap the machine in a corrosion inhibiting film. ● Store the machine indoors, dry, dust free and if possible in original packaging preferably at temperatures between 0 ...
Loss of efficiency! ● Take care that the installation conditions are fully complied with. Other values may apply after Busch approval ● Make sure that the environment of the machine is not potentially explosive. ● Make sure that the ambient conditions comply with the Technical Data [➔ 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. For oil type and oil capacity see Technical Data [➔ 24] and Oil [➔ 25]. 10 | 28...
● Busch recommends installing a D-curve circuit breaker. ● Make sure that the motor of the machine will not be affected by electric or electromagnetic disturbance from the mains; if necessary seek advice from Busch. ● Connect the protective earth conductor.
5 | Installation NOTICE Incorrect connection. Risk of damage to the motor! ● The wiring diagrams given below are typical. Check the inside of the terminal box for motor connection instructions/diagrams. 5.4.1 Wiring Diagram Three-Phase Motor NOTICE Incorrect direction of rotation. Risk of damage to the machine! ●...
Aqua version is able to convey up to 100% saturated water vapour. 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-operating machine.
Risk of premature failure and loss of efficiency! ● Maintenance work must only be executed by qualified personnel. ● Respect the maintenance intervals or ask your Busch representative for service. ● Shut down the machine and lock against inadvertent start up.
5000 operating hours. Other oils may reduce the change interval. Every 6 years ● Have a major overhaul on the machine (contact Busch). Oil Level Inspection ● Shut down the machine. ● When the machine is stopped, wait 1 minute before checking the oil level.
Oil Change NOTICE 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. Instruction Manual MINK MV 0502-0602 B_EN_en 17 | 28...
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7 | Maintenance For oil type and oil capacity see Technical Data [➔ 24] and Oil [➔ 25]. 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. 18 | 28 Instruction Manual MINK MV 0502-0602 B_EN_en...
● 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 binding signed ‘Declaration of Contamination’ (form downloadable from www.buschvacuum.com).
9 | Decommissioning Decommissioning CAUTION Hot surface. Risk of burns! ● Prior to any action requiring touching the machine, let the machine cool down first. ● Shut down the machine and lock against inadvertent start up. ● Disconnect the power supply. ●...
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.
11 | Troubleshooting Troubleshooting DANGER Live wires. Risk of electrical shock. ● Electrical installation work must only be executed by qualified personnel. CAUTION Hot surface. Risk of burns! ● Prior to any action requiring touching the machine, let the machine cool down first. Description Vacuum relief valve Coupling...
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Technical Data [➔ 24]. Oil level too low. ● Top up oil. For the solution of problems not mentioned in the troubleshooting chart contact your Busch representative. Instruction Manual MINK MV 0502-0602 B_EN_en 23 | 28...
Installation altitude: 100% load capacity (no derating) up to 1000 m; Derating 1% / 100 m at 1000… 3000 m * In case of higher or lower temperatures, please consult your Busch representative. 24 | 28 Instruction Manual MINK MV 0502-0602 B_EN_en...
Oil | 13 VS 150 VSB 100 ISO-VG Part number 1 L packaging 0831 164 883 0831 168 351 Part number 5 L packaging 0831 164 884 0831 168 352 Remark Standard oil for non- Food applications (H1) demanding applications To know which oil has been filled in the machine, please refer to the nameplate (NP). Instruction Manual MINK MV 0502-0602 B_EN_en 25 | 28...
14 | EU Declaration of Conformity EU Declaration of Conformity This Declaration of Conformity and the CE-markings 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.
UK Declaration of Conformity | 15 UK Declaration of Conformity This Declaration of Conformity and the UKCA-markings 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.
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