Operation ..................24 Operation monitoring ....................24 5.1.1 Piping diagram ......................25 5.1.2 Blower accessories ..................... 26 Notices of incorrect operation ............27 General information ...................... 27 Schmalenberger GmbH + Co. KG Side channel blower D-72072 Tübingen / Germany Version: 27222-C...
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Placing new side channel blowers in storage ..............34 9.1.2 Recommissioning after being placed in storage ............34 Disposal ........................35 Documents for operation ....................35 Dimension sheet ......................36 Ordering spare parts..................... 38 Schmalenberger GmbH + Co. KG Side channel blower D-72072 Tübingen / Germany Version: 27222-C...
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS General information User information This Operator's Manual will make it easier for you to become familiar with the side channel blower and make full use of its range of options. The Operator’s Manual contains important information to ensure the side channel blower is operated safely, properly and economically.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Fig. 2: Blower nameplate Blower type 6 Order number Flow rate 7 Medium temperature Operating voltage 8 Power output Frequency / protection type 9 Delivery pressure Item number The blower nameplate (Fig. 2/ shows an example) is located on the fan hood of the blower. 10,0 / 5,8 10,0 / 5,8 Fig.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Proper use The side channel blower is intended exclusively for conveying clean air and must only be used in accordance with the original specification. It must only be operated with the values defined in this Technical Documentation regarding conveying medium, flow rate, speed, density, pressure, temperature, motor power or other data defined in the specification.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Technical data / specification • The system meets the requirements of the VDE regulations. • The electric motor corresponds to protection type IP 54. • The side channel blower as a whole meets the requirements of protection class 1. The specification of the delivered side channel blower is the most important document for every Operator's Manual.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Safety instructions General information • Make certain before commissioning that the operating personnel have read and understood the Operator's Manual. It is the owner rather than the operator who is responsible for safety! • Make certain the safety requirements and laws for the use of side channel blowers which apply to the operating company and/or country in which the system is operated are observed.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Responsibilities of the operator • The side channel blower is built according to the state of the art and recognised safety engineering rules. Nevertheless, danger to life and limb of the operator or third parties, or damage to other property may arise during use. •...
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Safety instructions for commissioning • Before turning on the side channel blower or placing it in operation, make certain no one can be endangered by the side channel blower starting up! Safety instructions for operation 2.7.1 Suction effect Side channel blowers produce a powerful suction effect Caution - risk of injury! •...
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Safety instructions for maintenance and repair work • Repairs of any nature must only be made by qualified professionals. • Before making repairs to the side channel blower, disconnect it from its electrical power source and prevent it from being turned on again. Potential sources of danger from the side channel blower Side channel blower are built according to the state of the art and recognised safety engineering rules.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Danger of burns! The blower housing heats up during operation and must therefore be protected against direct access. Caution - risk of injury! Protect the user from contact with the side channel blower! Install a guard to prevent contact. Allow the side channel blower to cool off before starting maintenance and repair work.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Transport, storage and assembly Transport and storage 3.1.1 Transport Fig. 4: Side channel blower Crate Conveyor belt Pallet Side channel blowers (T1) must be transported lying down! The side channel blower (T1) is secured on a pallet (T4) with bands (T3) for transport. For transport over extended distances it is packed in cases or crates (T2).
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3.1.2 Storage Temporary storage Even for temporary storage of short duration, store in a dry, well ventilated location free of vibration on wooden supports at a temperature that is as constant as possible. Unsuitable storage If storage conditions are unsuitable (for example high relative humidity), or if the side channel blower will be in storage for longer than 6 weeks, the housing of the side channel blower must be filled with oil.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Unpacking, cleaning and assembly 3.2.1 Unpacking The side channel blower is secured on a pallet with bands for transport. For transport over extended distances it is packed in cases or crates. After the retaining bands are loosened, lift the side channel blower out of the packaging with auxiliary equipment (lifting tackle).
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Installation situation Fig. 5: P1 Air pad P2 Pressure-end shut-off unit P3 Heater (additional accessory) P4 Pressure end P5 Suction end P6 Side channel blower P7 Pipeline Air loop y= min. 50 cm The side channel blower must be installed so that the air loop is always at least y= 0.5 m above the water level.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • Is the machine / system / container connection prepared according to the dimensions of the dimension sheet / installation diagram? • Do the concrete foundations have sufficient concrete strength (min. B 15) per DIN 1045? • Is the concrete foundation hardened? •...
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • Always avoid fittings in pipelines that close suddenly (rapidly). Pressure peaks which occur as a result of these fittings may exceed the maximum permissible housing pressure of the side channel blower several times over! To avoid strong pressure peaks, install pressure absorbers or air chambers Note! After assembly is complete or before starting up the system, the containers,...
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Make certain: • The mains power connection must only be made via a fixed connection. • The mains power supply line must be equipped with an all-pole separator with a contact opening of 3 mm. • Equipotential bonding with a cross-section of 10 mm² must be applied on the connection terminal so identified (on the motor mount or next to the terminal box).
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3.3.5 Electrical connection - three-phase current Control stage in the pool Motor of the side channel blower Mains power connection (690/400/ 230 V 3~) Control box Fig. 6: Schematic diagram for 690/400/ 230 V three-phase current Mains voltage: 690/400/230 V for 3~phase current Connection cable for power supply line: 5x2.5mm²...
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Connect the motor according to the circuit diagram in the terminal box or Fig. 7 or Fig. 8. Time relay setting For three-phase motors with star-delta connection, you must ensure that the switching points between star and delta follow one after the other in as little time as possible.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Operation of the side channel blower Initial commissioning Note! Make certain the following preconditions are met before initial commissioning of the side channel blower: 1. The side channel blower is connected electrically with all protective devices in accordance with requirements. 2.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 5.1.1 Piping diagram Note! The piping suggestion outlined here does not take into consideration specific details of the actual installation site. All elements that affect the flow must be taken into consideration for exact dimensioning of pipelines. Above all, make certain that no 90° T pieces or angle pieces are used. In addition, all shut-off elements such as flaps or slides as well as measurement sensors or similar devices must be included when calculating flow loss.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 5.1.2 Blower accessories Pipe clamp Air bubbler 1/2 Fine filter / sound absorber Blower Screw flange (component of 3A) Intermediate piece Pressure limiting valve Heat-resistant pipe Check valve Air loop. Must run at least 0.5 m above the water level. Fig.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Notices of incorrect operation General information Operation by means of a central control system ensures that incorrect operation is largely excluded. For manual operation, but also with system control, observe the following instructions: • Avoid damage to the side channel blower and make certain that: •...
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Maintenance / repair General information The operator must ensure that all inspection, maintenance and repair work on the side channel blower is performed only by authorised and specially trained personnel. The operator must ensure that personnel is sufficiently informed thorough study of the Operator's Manual.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 7.2.2 Lubrication and change of lubricant Side channel blowers with standard design are only supported in the drive motor bearing. The bearings in smaller motors are designed to last for life and have permanent grease lubrication that cannot be relubricated. Faulty bearings must be replaced. Repair 7.3.1 General information...
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 7.3.4 Disassembly / dismantling the side channel blower Before beginning Do not begin working until after you have checked to ensure: • that all necessary spare parts are present and they match the side channel blower or the version of if that you have, or that damaged parts which may still be discovered can be obtained in short order.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Spare parts list / drawing The exploded drawing appears on the next page. The following section is the spare parts list for your side channel blower. Please note your type. Side channel blower Schmalenberger GmbH + Co. KG Version: 27222 - C D-72072 Tübingen / Germany...
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Fig. 11 Side channel blower Schmalenberger GmbH + Co. KG Version: 27222 - C D-72072 Tübingen / Germany...
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Appendix Decommissioning / placing in storage / preservation Every side channel blower leaves the factory in carefully mounted condition. If commissioning will not take place for an extended time after delivery, we recommend the following measures for storage of the side channel blower. 9.1.1 Placing new side channel blowers in storage If requested, new side channel blowers have preservation protection according to the...
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Disposal If you want to shut down the side channel blower permanently and take it out of operation, observe local regulations for disposal of industrial waste. Documents for operation The following documents are enclosed: • Operator’s Manual • Dimensional diagram For complaints related to the side channel blower motor, please contact us or the motor manufacturer.
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Side channel blower Schmalenberger GmbH + Co. KG Version: 27222 - C D-72072 Tübingen / Germany...