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.
Conveying of other media leads to an increased thermal and/or mechanical load on the machine and is permissible only after a consultation with Busch. The machine is intended for the placement in a non-potentially explosive environment. The machine is suitable for continuous operation but limited to a suction pressure of ≤150 hPa abs.
2 | Product Description The machine is allowed to operate at ≥150 mbar abs. for up to 5 minutes. Guideline for maximum recommended chamber size to be evacuated from atmospheric pressure to <100 mbar: Pump drive Maximum chamber size (liters) Direct drive 50 or 60Hz - Machine without VSD (Variable Speed Drive) Machine with VSD, voltage supply 200-240V...
Transport | 3 Transport WARNING Suspended load. Risk of severe injury! ● Do not walk, stand or work under suspended loads. ● To find out the weight of the machine, refer to the chapter Technical Data or the nameplate (NP). ●...
4 | Storage Storage ● Seal all apertures with adhesive tape or reuse provided caps. NOTICE Long storage time. Risk of damage to the machine! ● Due to a long storage time the capacitors of the variable speed drive can lose efficiency because of electrochemical processes.
● Make sure that all provided covers, guards, hoods, etc. are mounted. If the machine is installed at an altitude greater than 1000 meters above sea level: ● Contact your Busch representative, the motor should be derated or the ambient temperature limited.
● Install a suitable filter (5 micron or less) upstream from the machine. Connection size(s): – ISO-KF 50 If the machine is used as part of a vacuum system: ● Busch recommends the installation of an isolation valve in order to prevent the machine from turning backwards. 5.2.2 Discharge Connection NOTICE Discharge gas flow obstructed.
Installation | 5 5.2.3 Nitrogen System Connection (Optional) Description Dilution gas valve Nitrogen connection ● Connect the nitrogen connection (NC) to the gas supply. Connection size: – G1/4, NPT (NC) + 2 adapters for pipe d6,15 and 6,5mm are supplied loose. To access the dilution gas valve (DGV): ●...
5 | Installation Description Nitrogen connection (NC) Barrier gas system Dilution gas valve (DGV) Dilution gas system Earth Connection ● Connect the earth connection of the machine (ECP). 12 | 36 Instruction Manual COBRA BA 0100 C_EN_en...
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 and Oil [➔ 32]. Description...
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__ / __ / ____ Oil type see nameplate Change interval see instruction manual If there is no sticker (part no. 0565 568 959) on the machine: ● Order it from your Busch representative. 14 | 36 Instruction Manual COBRA BA 0100 C_EN_en...
● Make sure that the motor of the machine will not be affected by electric or electro- magnetic dis- turbance from the mains, if necessary seek advice from Busch. ● Make sure that the EMC of the machine is compliant with the requirements of your supply net- work system, if necessary provide further interference suppression (EMC of the machine, see EU Declaration of Conformity [➔ 33] or UK Declaration of Conformity [➔ 34]).
● If the machine is equipped with a power connector, install a residual current protective device to protect persons in case of isolation default. ● Busch recommends installing a type B residual protective device suitable for the electrical in- stallation.
● If the machine is equipped with a power connector, install a residual current protective device to protect persons in case of isolation default. ● Busch recommends installing a type B residual protective device suitable for the electrical in- stallation.
6 | Electrical Connection NOTICE Incorrect connection. Risk of damage to the variable speed drive! ● The wiring diagrams given below are typical. Check the connection instructions/diagrams. Voltage Switch 208 - 400 V (only with VSD) ● Make sure that the main switch (MSH) is in “OFF” position. ●...
Electrical Connection | 6 ● Switch any two of the phase wires. Description Minimum 0.5 meter Cooling air I/O and Communication Port Schematic (only with VSD) Connector: D-Sub15, 15-pin, female Included in standard scope of delivery: male connector with bridge for Pin No. 2-15 and Pin No. 5-6 (automatic start at 60 Hz).
7 | Commissioning Commissioning CAUTION During operation the surface of the machine may reach temperatures of more than 70°C. Risk of burns! ● Avoid contact with the machine during and directly after operation. CAUTION Noise of running machine. Risk of damage to hearing! If persons are present in the vicinity of a non noise insulated machine over extended periods: ●...
Commissioning | 7 Conveying Condensable Vapors The machine, equipped with a dilution gas sytem, is suitable for the conveyance of condensable va- por within the gas flow. START ● Open the dilution gas valve (DGV) ● Start the machine to warm it up ●...
8 | Maintenance Maintenance DANGER Live wires. Risk of electrical shock. ● Electrical installation work must only be executed by qualified personnel. DANGER Maintenance work without disconnecting the variable speed drive. Risk of electrical shock. ● Disconnect and isolate the variable speed drive before attempting any work on it. High voltages are present at the terminals and within the variable speed drive for up to 10 min- utes after disconnection of the electrical supply.
Risk of injuries! 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. NOTICE Using inappropriate cleaners. Risk of removing safety stickers and protective paint! ●...
If the oil becomes dark, white or looks different from the initial color: ● Change the oil immediately, see Oil Change [➔ 24]. You can consult your Busch representative in order to find out why this color change has occurred. Oil Change NOTICE Use of an inappropriate oil.
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Maintenance | 8 Description Oil drain plug (ODP) For oil type and oil capacity see Technical Data and Oil [➔ 32]. Description Use a cruciform screwdriver Remove top cover Use a cruciform screwdriver Remove side cover Instruction Manual COBRA BA 0100 C_EN_en 25 | 36...
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__ / __ / ____ Oil type see nameplate Change interval see instruction manual If there is no sticker (part no. 0565 568 959) on the machine: ● Order it from your Busch representative. 26 | 36 Instruction Manual COBRA BA 0100 C_EN_en...
● Decontaminate the machine as much as possible and state the contamination status in a ‘Dec- laration 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).
10 | Decommissioning Decommissioning 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. ●...
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. There are no standard spare parts kits available for this product.
● Seek advice from your local Busch representative. Measurement method or read- ● Check the gauge, check ulti- ing is false. mate pressure directly at isolated inlet connection.
14 | Oil YLC 250 B Part number 0.5 L packaging (~1 kg) 0831 131 400 Part number 1.0 L packaging (~2 kg) 0831 108 878 Part number 5.0 L packaging (~10 kg) 0831 108 879 32 | 36 Instruction Manual COBRA BA 0100 C_EN_en...
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 Decla- ration of Conformity is issued under the sole responsibility of the manufacturer.
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 Dec- laration of Conformity is issued under the sole responsibility of the manufacturer.
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