NVE 866 Challenger Owner's Manual
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866 Challenger Rotary Vane Pump
National Vacuum Equipment
National Vacuum Equipment
National Vacuum Equipment
800-253-5500
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  • Page 1 National Vacuum Equipment National Vacuum Equipment National Vacuum Equipment Owner’s Manual 866 Challenger Rotary Vane Pump natvac.com 800-253-5500...
  • Page 2 No part of this manual may be reproduced without the written permission of National Vacuum Equipment, Inc. If your pump was manufactured after June 1, 2014, it contains a NVE manufactured 4 port oil pump. See pages 12 - 13 for additional information www.natvac.com | 800.253.5500...
  • Page 3 IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR INSTALLING PUMP 866 CHALLENGER SERIES PUMPS AERIAL VIEW SHADED AREA MUST BE KEPT CLEAR FOR SERVICING THE FILTER Clockwise Counter Clockwise Rotation Rotation www.natvac.com | 800.253.5500 866 Challenger Series | 3...
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Pump doesn’t turn ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 22 No vacuum�������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 23 System Troubleshooting ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 23 Making a Vacuum Tester �������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 24 Parts Breakdown ..............25 866 Fan Parts List ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 26 866 Liquid Parts List �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 30 www.natvac.com | 800.253.5500 4 | 866 Challenger Series...
  • Page 5: Introduction

    Today, NVE has full service machine, fabrication and powder-coating shops complete with CNC-controlled production equipment designed for close tolerance work. The company has a highly trained staff, all of whom are dedicated to quality.
  • Page 6: Limited Warranty

    30 days of sale to end user for pump sales to be considered warrantable. All pumps received for warranty consideration must retain the original NVE serial number tag. 2� The one (2) year period shall begin the day the product is shipped...
  • Page 7: Warranty Procedures

    The basic principle to keep in mind is - faster R.P.M., higher air temperature and longer run time all equal more heat in pump. When installing an NVE 866 pump we recommend a normal R.P.M. of 1000. Other speeds are ok as long as exhaust gas temperatures read on the supplied thermometer do not exceed 380 degrees F.
  • Page 8: 866 Challenger

    Designed for extended operation • Duty cycle will vary depending on several factors, including altitude, RPM & ambient temperature� • The 866 Challenger is a severe duty vacuum pump, designed to be used in liquid waste pumping systems where extended operation is desired.
  • Page 9: System Requirements

    System Requirements High Quality Components • The 866 Challenger is a high performance vacuum pump and requires compatible, high quality components as manufactured by NVE� Shutoffs • We recommend the use of NVE Part #: 200-1206-4HB portal/portal shutoff, and NVE Part #: 216-140-4NPT-C, 14 gallon scrubber/ secondary shutoff.
  • Page 10: Drive System

    The pump should consume 12-14 oz of oil per hour if operated at 900 RPM� • It is the responsibility of the installer to ensure proper vacuum/ www.natvac.com | 800.253.5500 10 | 866 Challenger Series...
  • Page 11 � it seats on the cam. (Do not force! Springs Located Over Screws Seated If oil pump requires further adjustment, the Against Flat rule is 1/2 turn CW = 1 oz / hr higher oil flow. of Cam www.natvac.com | 800.253.5500 866 Challenger Series | 11...
  • Page 12: Adjusting Factory Oil Settings

    Adjusting Factory Oil Settings Continued NVE 4 Port Oil Pump Adjustment Rate Chart Tested at 1100 RPM Turns From Bottom Ounces Per Hour 7�5 7�25 6�75 6�5 5�5 4�75 4�5 4�25 www.natvac.com | 800.253.5500 12 | 866 Challenger Series...
  • Page 13: Operating Instructions

    Vacuum Levels • Do not operate your pump for extended periods of time at vacuum levels which cause the pump exhaust gas temperature to exceed 375 degrees Fahrenheit. www.natvac.com | 800.253.5500 866 Challenger Series | 13...
  • Page 14: Recommended Lubricant

    • NVE ISO 150 Oil is our recommended pump oil for the Challenger series vacuum pumps. Challenger Vacuum Pump Oil is sold by the case, six-1 gallon containers of oil per case.
  • Page 15: Ballast Valve System

    - Ballast valve adjustment screw set to open too low (see next section) - Debris caught in ballast valve plunger (see ballast valve rebuilding section) - Worn ballast valve plunger pilot (see ballast valve rebuilding section) www.natvac.com | 800.253.5500 866 Challenger Series | 15...
  • Page 16: Adjusting Ballast Valve Opening Level

    • If adjustment holds accurate, replace locking jam nut, boss plug, and the ballast air filter. BALLAST AIR FILTER CHECK AIRFLOW HERE BY FEEL AND/OR NOISE ADJUSTMENT SCREW INSIDE STEM LOCKING JAM NUT BOSS PLUG www.natvac.com | 800.253.5500 16 | 866 Challenger Series...
  • Page 17: Ballast Valve Rebuilding

    Ballast Valve Rebuilding If, from the troubleshooting guide shown previously, a ballast valve is determined to require rebuild, a rebuilding kit can be obtained from NVE. This kit will include all the components necessary to rebuild the ballast valve. The ballast valves have been designed to be field rebuild-able. The procedure is shown below: 1�...
  • Page 18 NVE. This kit will include all th necessary to rebuild the ballast valve. The ballast valves have been design able. The procedure is shown below: from the ballast valve cover (1/2” Wrench) e from the ballast valve cover (1/2”...
  • Page 19: Maintenance

    1/4” into any of the 6 vane slots, it’s time to replace the vanes. • Vanes should be replaced in sets and it is always a good idea to have an extra set of vanes on hand for emergencies. www.natvac.com | 800.253.5500 866 Challenger Series | 19...
  • Page 20: Cold Weather Operation

    • If the pump is frozen, move the truck into a heated building. Avoid freezing problems • You can avoid freezing problems by putting a small amount of diesel fuel into the pump at the end of the day. www.natvac.com | 800.253.5500 20 | 866 Challenger Series...
  • Page 21: Troubleshooting

    • Oil pump set too rich • Leaving pump under vacuum between jobs • Product running through pump Pump Doesn’t Turn • Broken vane or bearing • Pump is frozen • Problem in the drive train www.natvac.com | 800.253.5500 866 Challenger Series | 21...
  • Page 22: No Vacuum

    • Remove the suction and discharge hoses at the pump • Start the pump and run it in vacuum only at its normal rpm • Check the vacuum level at the pump inlet. The 866 Challenger in new condition will develop 27-28.5” Hg.
  • Page 23: Making A Vacuum Tester

    5� Start the pump and confirm the location you have chosen to test from is at vacuum. 6� Using the existing O-ring, fasten the testing flange to your pump. 7� Start your pump and read the vacuum level on the gauge. www.natvac.com | 800.253.5500 866 Challenger Series | 23...
  • Page 24: Parts Breakdown

    PARTS BREAKDOWN NVE 866 Challenger Fan Cooled | Parts Diagram www.natvac.com | 800.253.5500 24 | 866 Challenger Series...
  • Page 25: 866 Fan Parts List

    NVE 866 Challenger - Fan Cooled Parts List ITEM PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 120-001-506 HOUSING 506/866 120-003-506-D ENDPLATE, 866 FAN CW 120-003-506-S ENDPLATE, 866 FAN CCW 120-004-460 GASKET ENDPLATE 460 120-005-506-D ROTOR 866 CW 120-005-506-S ROTOR 866 CCW 120-006 KEY 3/8" X 3/8" X 2"...
  • Page 26 NVE 866 Challenger - Fan Cooled Parts List ITEM PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 120-084-002 FAN ASSY, CW, 866 120-084-001 FAN ASSY, CCW, 866 120-090-506 LOWER BALLAST MANIFOLD 120-095-100 CHECK VALVE ASSEMBLY VAC OPERATED 120-097-003 GASKET BALLAST VALVE LOWER 120-097-006 GASKET BALLAST VALVE TOP...
  • Page 27 NVE 866 Challenger - Fan Cooled Parts List ITEM PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 320-409-003 P-CLIP, OIL LINE 1/4" X 5/16 320-LF8 DRIVE TAB 320-R31 GASKET, OIL PUMP 426-150-TAR-0950 HOSE, 1.5", HOT TAR AND ASPHALT, 9.5" 426-150-TBC CLAMP T-BOLT 2" DIA OWNERS MANUAL - 866...
  • Page 28 NVE 866 Challenger Liquid Cooled | Parts Diagram www.natvac.com | 800.253.5500 28 | 866 Challenger Series...
  • Page 29: 866 Liquid Parts List

    NVE 866 Challenger Liquid Cooled | Parts List ITEM PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 120-001-506-L HOUSING 866 LIQUID COOLED 120-003-506-LD ENDPLATE, 866 LIQ CW 120-003-506-LS ENDPLATE, 866 LIQ CCW 120-004-460 GASKET ENDPLATE 460 120-005-506-D ROTOR, 506 CW (102-866-LD) 120-005-506-S ROTOR, 506 CCW (102-866-LS) 120-006 KEY 3/8"...
  • Page 30 NVE 866 Challenger - Liquid Cooled Parts List ITEM QTY PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 120-102 VALVE, DRAIN 1/8" NPT 120-103-367 DECAL, IMPORTANT, MAX OPERATING TEMP 120-105-866 NAME PLATE SS, 866 120-107-001 SERIAL TAG SS 120-220 THERMOMETER, 50- 400 DEG, 2" FACE 120-220-1 THERMOMETER 220 F 1/8"...
  • Page 31 NVE 866 Challenger - Liquid Cooled Parts List ITEM PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 320-082-001 OIL TANK, 5QT, W/ LOGO 320-083-009 OIL TANK FILTER, 100 MESH 320-083-010 W/ HB FILTER FITTING, OIL TANK 1/4 NPT 5 FT 320-407-003 OIL LINE, BLK 1/4" ID 30R7 416-025-1WC CLAMP, WORM, 1/4"...
  • Page 32 National Vacuum Equipment National Vacuum Equipment P.O. Box 685 Traverse City, MI 49685 USA 231.941.0215 Phone 231.941.2354 Fax www.natvac.com sales@natvac.com | | 800.253.5500...

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