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VACUUM TECHNOLOGY OPERATING AND MAINT ENANCE INSTRUCTIONS (Translation of the original instructions) VACUUM PUMPS WITH RECIRCULATING LUBRICATION SYSTEM LC 2 LC 4 LC 8 LC 12 LC 20...
Operating and Maintenance Instructions LC 2 – LC 4 – LC 8 – LC 12 – LC 20 INTRODUCTION GENERAL INFORMATION This manual is meant to provide you with important information for the safety of persons involved in pump use and maintenance.
Operating and Maintenance Instructions LC 2 – LC 4 – LC 8 – LC 12 – LC 20 PERSONAL PROTECTION EQUIPMENT This manual assumes that the pump has been installed in workplaces, which comply with all mandatory safety requirements; in particular, it is mandatory that personnel are equipped with personal protective equipment in relation to the activities that must be performed.
Operating and Maintenance Instructions LC 2 – LC 4 – LC 8 – LC 12 – LC 20 Danger from the emission of harmful substances Pump outlet air contains traces of oil mist. Ensure compatibility with the working environment. Faults or wearing of seals may cause oil lubricant leaks. Avoid dispersion in soil and pollution of other materials.
Operating and Maintenance Instructions LC 2 – LC 4 – LC 8 – LC 12 – LC 20 PUMP DESCRIPTION INTENTED USE AND CONTRAINDICATIONS 3.1.1 INTENTED USE DVP products covered by this manual are intended for PROFESSIONAL use only. The pumps described in this manual are oil recirculating rotary vane pumps. These vacuum pumps have been specifically designed to work with clean air, inert gas or small amounts of water vapour, having a temperature between 12 and 40 °C at the intake.
Operating and Maintenance Instructions LC 2 – LC 4 – LC 8 – LC 12 – LC 20 NOISE EMISSION This pump has been designed and constructed to reduce noise at its source. The sound pressure levels contained in the table of technical specifications were measured at maximum vacuum and outlet conveyed according to UNI EN 2151.
Operating and Maintenance Instructions LC 2 – LC 4 – LC 8 – LC 12 – LC 20 ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS The pump must be installed and used in a covered and adequately lit location. The installation area must meet all requirements of height, air circulation and meet the requirements imposed by existing legislation.
Operating and Maintenance Instructions LC 2 – LC 4 – LC 8 – LC 12 – LC 20 4.8.2 WIRING WARNING Check that network voltage and frequency correspond to values contained on the motor rating plate. The connection cable must be adequate for the power absorbed by the pump (absorption values are shown on the pump motor rating plate) taking into account the environmental conditions of operation.
Operating and Maintenance Instructions LC 2 – LC 4 – LC 8 – LC 12 – LC 20 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS OPERATION Checks to be performed before start-up: • The pump is supplied without any oil in it. Use the supplied oil or an oil lubricant indicated on the identification plate of this pump (see ch.
The air exhaust filter must be changed when it is damaged or clogged or when it has reached its authorised life as per Chap 6.2. Only use original DVP filters from the Air Exhaust Filter Kit (see Chap.6.3). Use of parts other than those approved by DVP can cause deterioration of the pump.
Operating and Maintenance Instructions LC 2 – LC 4 – LC 8 – LC 12 – LC 20 HOW TO RETURN THE PUMP The product may only be returned after prior agreement with the supplier, who will provide the authorisation number that must accompany the material delivered and should be duly complete in its entirety.
Operating and Maintenance Instructions LC 2 – LC 4 – LC 8 – LC 12 – LC 20 TROUBLESHOOTING DAMAGE CAUSE REMEDY No voltage Provide power supply Thermal switch has tripped Identify reason and activate switch The pump does not run...
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GENERAL CONDITIONS OF SALE D.V.P. Vacuum Technology s.p.a. supplies products exclusively for professional clientele, hence, excluding consumers. PRODUCT WARRANTY TERMS AND CONDITIONS D.V.P. Vacuum Technology s.p.a. guarantees that the product is free from material or manufacturing defects for a period of 24 months of normal use from the shipping date. This period is of 6 months of normal use for products subject to repair not under warranty.
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D.V.P. Vacuum Technology s.p.a. Via Rubizzano, 627 40018 San Pietro in Casale (BO) – Italy Ph +3905118897101 Fx +3905118897170 www.dvppumps.com...
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