Esta MOBEX P-24 Operating Instructions Manual

Esta MOBEX P-24 Operating Instructions Manual

Compact dust extractor
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  • Page 1 The World of Extraction MOBEX Compact dust extractor...
  • Page 2 The World of Extraction Welcome to the sphere of suction technology Your purchase of an ESTA machine has been a good decision. The design of our quality products complies with the latest state of the art. ESTA products have been devised to provide for clean air at the workplaces at which they are applied.
  • Page 3 Operating manual MOBEX P MOBEX P-24 (Item-No. 09.831) MOBEX P-36 (Item-No. 09.832) and variations Do not use this device unless you have read the user manual and understand it. Translation of the original operating manual 09831-08-02...
  • Page 4 Type of device: MOBEX P stationary extractor Item No.: 09.831 // 09.832 and variations Publisher ESTA Apparatebau GmbH & Co. KG Tel.: +49 (0) 73 07 80 4 -0 Gotenstraße 2-6 Fax: +49 (0) 73 07 80 4 -500 89250 Senden E-mail: info@esta.com...
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Reasonably foreseeable misuse ................8     Product description ......................8     Product representation ..................... 8     3.1.1 MOBEX P-24 ......................8     3.1.2 MOBEX P-36 ......................8     Functional description ....................9     Monitoring the minimum airflow volume ..............9  ...
  • Page 6 7.2.1 Replacement and wear parts .................. 31     Cleaning the air baffle .................... 32     7.3.1 At MOBEX P-24 ..................... 33     7.3.2 At MOBEX P-36 ..................... 34     Replacing the dust collection container ..............35  ...
  • Page 7: General Information

    1. General information Before operation, all persons who are to use the dust extractor or perform maintenance on it must be provided with information, instructions and training in using the device and on the substances for which it is to be used, including the procedure for safe disposal of the collected material.
  • Page 8: Product Identification

    2. Product identification Technical Data Subject to change without notice Item.-No. 09831 09832 Type MOBEX P-24 P-36 Filter type Cartridge filter Number of filter elements [Pc.] Filter surface [m²] max. negative pressure [Pa] 3.400 3.640 3.400 ___** max. air flow [m³/h] 2.800 2.635...
  • Page 9: Intended Use

    For more information, please contact ESTA Customer service: +49 (0) 7307 804 - 0 Other applications are considered unintended use. ESTA is not liable for damages due to unintended use! ESTA sets up the dust extractor according to the operator’s information.
  • Page 10: Reasonably Foreseeable Misuse

    2.2.4 Reasonably foreseeable misuse  do not suck up hot embers, such as cigarette butts.  do not cause complete closure of the suction ports. 3. Product description Product representation 3.1.1 MOBEX P-24 Intake port Fan unit Inlet Filter unit...
  • Page 11: Functional Description

    Functional description The DUSTOMAT is equipped with a three-phase motor that drives a radial fan. The main switch supplies or cuts off the necessary power to the device, and the fan is turned on and off from the control unit. The device starts running as soon as the main switch is turned on.
  • Page 12: Safety Instructions

    Failure to comply can lead to severe injury or death, and can destroy the device or parts thereof. CAUTION Instruction about a hazard. Failure to comply can lead to mild injury and to damage to the device. Explanation of symbols Further information Reference to ESTA customer service Reference to legal regulations MOBEX P 09831-52-02...
  • Page 13: Symbols On The Device

    4.2.1 Symbols on the device  Turn the device off.  Wait 5 minutes.  Then pull out the dust collection drawer or open the device. Before commissioning, read and observe the operating manual and safety instructions (per ISO 11684) Hand injury warning (per BGV A8 W27) Short-term loads on the surface must not exceed 175 kg! Do not take in glowing dust or other sources of ignition.
  • Page 14: General Safety Notes

    General safety notes During exhaust, the volume flow returned from the dust extractor into the room must be no more than 50% of incoming air. With free room ventilation, the incoming airflow must equal the room volume every hour. This means that the rate of air replacement must be once per hour.
  • Page 15: Preventing Electrical Hazards

     Do not use if damage has been found on the power cable!  Work on the electrical grid and on voltage conducting parts must be done only by an electrical specialist.  Use only original ESTA replacement parts. DANGER High-voltage electric shock due to working at the running device ...
  • Page 16: Preventing Dust Hazards

    Preventing dust hazards CAUTION Damage due to dust release  Maintenance, cleaning, repair and emptying must be done only by expert personnel.  Wear personal protective gear. Respirator mask (particle filter class P3) Protective clothing Safety gloves  Set up locally filtered forced-air ventilation when the device is being maintained, inspected or cleaned.
  • Page 17: Preventing Hazards - Noise

    Preventing hazards - Noise CAUTION Danger of hearing damage from release of compressed air impulses when filter elements are being cleaned  Keep the device's covers closed.  Wear ear protection.  Open the device only when the compressed air tank has been relieved. To do this: - Turn the device off at the main switch.
  • Page 18: Delivery And Start-Up

    Upon delivery, please inspect the device for transportation damage. Damage determined must be reported and documented immediately. ESTA customer service: +49 (0) 7307 804 - 0 Connection Before setting up the cable connection between the device and the power grid, check to make sure the operating voltage shown on the model plate is the same as that of the grid.
  • Page 19: Description Switch Box

    5.2.1 Description switch box The control cabinet is equipped with the following elements. MAIN SWITCH A main switch for turning the device on and off. The device starts running immediately after the switch is activated. The switch can be secured with a padlock against unintentional activation. START CLEANING (Push-button) For starting the cleaning equipment manually.
  • Page 20: Compressed Air Connection

    5.2.2 Compressed air connection WARNING Danger of corrosion when using unfiltered compressed air  Use a compressed air maintenance unit (not included in delivery) to make sure that only oil- and water-free compressed air is fed to the device. Compressed air is needed for pneumatic jet pulse cleaning of the filter elements.
  • Page 21: Switch-On Operations For Motors

    5.2.4 Switch-on operations for motors: Higher-performance motors without a frequency converter must not be switched on and off at too short an interval, because this places a heavy load on the electro-technical components. Please comply with the chart for switch-on operations: Motor output Switch-on operations per hour...
  • Page 22: Functional Inspection

    Functional inspection Before the device is first used, its operation must be tested. To check operation of the device, turn the main switch to "I" position. 5.3.1 Checking the direction of rotation When the direction of rotation is wrong, the device gets impermissibly hot, the noise volume increases, the airflow volume gets weaker, and the device’s suction performance suffers.
  • Page 23: Preparing The Dust Collection Container

    Preparing the dust collection container 5.4.1 Base body Dust collection containers are inserted into the dust collection drawer. Prepare this as follows: 09831-52-02 MOBEX P...
  • Page 24: Lid For Dust Collection Container

    5.4.2 Lid for dust collection container To lock the dust collection container, a lid is placed on the opening. Prepare this as follows: MOBEX P 09831-52-02...
  • Page 25: Start Up

    For more information, please contact ESTA customer service: +49 (0) 7307 804 - 0 Use original ESTA accessories! Once a functional inspection has been completed, the connection is made to the processing apparatus that is to be exhausted.  Disconnect the compressed air.
  • Page 26: Connecting The Suction Line

    The pre-coating process must be performed only before the dust impinges on the filter cartridges. Do not exhaust any foreign material during the pre-coating process. CAUTION Damage due to dust release  The pre-coating process must be performed only by expert personnel. ...
  • Page 27: Troubleshooting At Start-Up

    Troubleshooting at start-up Problem Possible cause Possible solution The motor assembly Wrong or poorly installed Install the switching shuts off before reaching switching devices. devices correctly or allow operating RPM. for heavy starting. Time for star / triangle Check the time relay and start-up incorrectly set.
  • Page 28: Operating Instructions

     Automatic post-cleaning  Manual cleaning For suction processes that produce shavings or for very fine dusts (grain size ≤10μm), a pre-separator may be required. For more information, please contact ESTA customer service: +49 (0) 7307 804 - 0 MOBEX P 09831-52-02...
  • Page 29: Automatic Cleaning During Suction Operation

    6.2.1 Automatic cleaning during suction operation When?  Suction performance diminishes.  The device reaches the pre-set minimum airflow volume. How?  The cleaning cycle starts automatically during suction operation.  Intense pulses of compressed air are successively introduced into the filter cartridges.
  • Page 30: Maintenance And Troubleshooting

    7. Maintenance and troubleshooting Maintenance instructions CAUTION Damage due to dust release  Maintenance, cleaning, repair and emptying must be done only by expert personnel.  Wear personal protective gear. Respirator mask (particle filter class P3) Protective clothing Safety gloves ...
  • Page 31: Inspection And Servicing Intervals

    According to work equipment user directives 2009/104/EG and TRGS 560, safety devices for prevention or removal of hazards must be regularly maintained and regularly inspected by an expert for safe, flawless operation. The inspection works actually performed are to be recorded in writing in the related maintenance booklet.
  • Page 32 The main annually maintenance includes: The last test by ESTA is documented on the device!  In collaboration with the ESTA maintenance service  Flow volume measurement  Vacuum measurement  Current consumption measurement  Visual check of filters  Seal inspection ...
  • Page 33: Replacement And Wear Parts

    7.2.1 Replacement and wear parts Use original ESTA replacement and wear parts! With the device's model information and serial number, request the replacement parts you need from the ESTA replacement part service : +49 (0) 7307 804 - 0 MOBEX P-Series Replacement parts...
  • Page 34: Cleaning The Air Baffle

    Cleaning the air baffle CAUTION Fire hazard from deposited residue on the baffle  Regularly remove flammable adhered residues and build-up on the baffle, on the viewing lid, and on the interior of the inlet hopper (MOBEX P-36).  Prevent sparks from entering. CAUTION Damage due to dust release ...
  • Page 35: At Mobex P-24

    7.3.1 At MOBEX P-24 For this stage of the work, two trained operators are needed with the protective gear described. To clean the air baffle, do as follows:  Turn the device off at the main switch.  Cut the compressed air supply directly at the control cabinet.
  • Page 36: At Mobex P-36

    7.3.2 At MOBEX P-36 For this stage of the work, two trained operators are needed with the protective gear described. To clean the air baffle, do as follows:  Turn the device off at the main switch.  Cut the compressed air supply directly at the control cabinet. ...
  • Page 37: Replacing The Dust Collection Container

     The device is now ready to operate.. Replacing the dust collection container Since the ESTA company does not know what types of dust are being exhausted, it may be necessary to replace the dust collection container before it has reached its maximum fill level.
  • Page 38  Place both lids on the dust collection container.  Remove the dust collection containers individually from the dust collection drawer.  Seal the edge between the dust collection container and lid with an adhesive tape, so that it is dustproof. ...
  • Page 39: Replacing The Filter Cartridge

    Replacing the filter cartridge WARNING Risk of falling from ladder  Use a ladder at least 2 m tall. After an extended operation period, the filter cartridges’ pores can be clogged by extremely fine dust. Even the cleaning equipment cannot remove this dust. The affected filter cartridges must be replaced with new ones.
  • Page 40  While the filter cartridge is being carefully pulled out, the disposal bag must be folded bit by bit over the entire filter cartridge.  Close the end of the bag and fasten it securely with a cable tie.  Remove subsequent filter cartridges by the process already described.
  • Page 41: Pre-Coating During Commissioning Or When Installing New Filter Cartridges

    7.5.1 Pre-coating during commissioning or when installing new filter cartridges The pre-coating process must be performed only before the dust impinges on the filter cartridges. Do not exhaust any foreign material during the pre-coating process. CAUTION Damage due to dust release ...
  • Page 42: Adjust The Monitoring The Minimum Airflow Volume

    Adjust the monitoring the minimum airflow volume DANGER High-voltage electric shock when working on the open control cabinet  Follow the safety rules for working with electrical devices!  Secure the device with a padlock against reactivation!  Cut off the device's power supply by pulling the electrical plug! ...
  • Page 43: Mobex P-24

    7.6.1 MOBEX P-24 The values in the following chart serve as standard values with a medium air speed of 18.5 m/s: Ø in mm min. air flow in m³/h 2.000 Standard value for 2.400 pressure controller This does not consider any external loss of pressure through the connected pipeline.
  • Page 44: Removing The Fan Filter Pad

    Removing the fan filter pad CAUTION Damage due to dust release  Operate the device only with the complete filtration system.  Regularly check to see if the filter pads have clogged. A filter pad is installed in front of the fan. This must be regularly inspected and replaced, when necessary.
  • Page 45: Removing The Exhaust Filter Pad

    Removing the exhaust filter pad CAUTION Damage due to dust release  Operate the device only with the complete filtration system.  Regularly check to see if the filter pads have clogged. There is a filter pad installed at the exhaust openings in the device's lid. This must be regularly inspected and replaced, when necessary.
  • Page 46: Cleaning The Device

    Cleaning the device Regularly clean and remove dust build-up from the device, especially the lid. To do this:  Remove the dust build-up with an industrial vacuum cleaner.  Wipe thoroughly with a damp, disposable cloth.  Do not clean with a water jet! 7.10 Storing the device If the device is not needed in its location of use for a long time, it must be stored in a dry room.
  • Page 47: Troubleshooting

    Cleaning point too low Contact ESTA customer and therefore filter is not service to adjust the cleaned cleaning point Automatic cleaning keeps Worn-out filter...
  • Page 48 (filter cartridges, filter pads, etc.). Fan produces smoke or Fan not balanced Turn the device off loud running nose immediately and have ESTA customer service inspect the fan Rotor is scraping the inlet Turn the device off nozzle or housing...
  • Page 49: Disposal

     Take the removable parts (e.g. motor, fan, lid, etc.) out of the device.  Package the device and the removed parts according to local regulations.  Dispose of everything according to local regulations. Due to contamination of the device with toxic dust, ESTA cannot take the device back. 09831-52-02...
  • Page 50: Optional Equipment

    Pins 1 and 2 of the external potential-free contact connected plug (packaged with the device). PIN 3 is reserved for the neutral wire. This is needed only when using special ESTA accessories. Connect potential equalization to the PIN with the earthing (ground) indicator.
  • Page 51: Mobile Version

    Mobile version The device can come in an optional mobile design. This version of the device comes with a dolly. The dolly is equipped with casters and brake rollers. This allows the device to be moved easily to a different location. This is an advantage when no suitable lifting device (such as a forklift or indoor crane) is available.
  • Page 52  Pull the electrical plug.  Carefully swing open the ramp, and lay it on the floor.  Flip the latches on the dust collection drawer upward.  Unhook the tensioner from the bar.  Slowly, carefully pull out the drawer. ...
  • Page 53: Integrated Spark Pre-Separator (Fva)

    Integrated spark pre-separator (FVA) Optionally, the device can be equipped with a spark pre-separator (FVA). (There is no 100% protection against filter fires.) This reduces entry of coarse particles into the filter chamber, thus reducing the risk of a filter fire from flying sparks. It also works as a targeted airflow that improves the life of the filter cartridges.
  • Page 54: Cleaning The Spark Pre-Separator

    9.3.1 Cleaning the spark pre-separator VORSICHT Fire hazard from deposited residue on the spark pre-separator  Regularly remove combustible adhered residue from the spark pre- separator.  Empty the combustible and explosive deposited residue from the coarse dust collection drawer every day. ...
  • Page 55: Inspecting And Cleaning The Material Pre-Separator

    9.3.2 Inspecting and cleaning the material pre-separator To be inspected and cleaned, the material pre-separator must be removed from the spark pre-separator. For this stage of the work, two trained operators are needed with the protective gear described. Please proceed as follows: ...
  • Page 56: Inspecting And Cleaning The Coarse Dust Collection Drawer

    9.3.3 Inspecting and cleaning the coarse dust collection drawer To be inspected and cleaned, the coarse dust collection drawer must be pulled out of the spark pre-separator. For this stage of the work, one trained operator is needed with the protective gear described. Please proceed as follows: ...
  • Page 57: Spark Detection

    Spark detection The spark pre-separator can optionally be equipped with spark detection. This notices potential ignition sparks and gives off a signal. This signal can be processed by extinguishing equipment (supplied optionally or provided by the customer) and sets off an extinguishing process. More information is available in the spark detection manufacturer’s documentation.
  • Page 58: Exhaust Port

    With the device's model information and serial number, request the replacement parts you need from the ESTA replacement part service : +49 (0) 7307 804 - 0 Control filter Optionally, a control filter can be used downstream from the main filter. This functions as both a final cleaning and a backup.
  • Page 59: Replacing The Filter Cassette (Control Filter)

    With the device's model information and serial number, request the replacement parts you need from the ESTA replacement part service : +49 (0) 7307 804 - 0 9.6.1 Replacing the filter cassette (control filter) The filter cassette is located directly in front of the fan. After an extended operation period, the filter cassette’s pores can be clogged by extremely fine dust.
  • Page 60  Loosen the locking bolts on the left and right of the tenter frame, and carefully open it.  Pull the protective film at the adhesive seam on the filter cassette’s cardboard box.  Slide the cardboard box into the filter cassette’s support frame so that it covers it all around.
  • Page 61: Forklift Tilting Mechanism For Dust Collection Drawer

    Forklift tilting mechanism for dust collection drawer The dust collection drawer can optionally be equipped with a forklift tilting mechanism. With this addition, the dust collection drawer can be lifted with an appropriate lifting device and emptied by tilting. This is of particular advantage if dust of large bulk density (→...
  • Page 62: Ec Declaration Of Conformity

    10. EC declaration of conformity ESTA Apparatebau GmbH & Co. KG Name of manufacturer: Gotenstraße 2 - 6 Address of manufacturer: 89250 Senden Person in charge of Ramona Pflum documentation: Gotenstraße 2 - 6 89250 Senden Here we explain that the design of the machine...
  • Page 63: Notes

    Notes ESTA Apparatebau GmbH & Co. KG Gotenstraße 2 - 6 89250 Senden / Ay Tel.: +49 (0) 7307 804 - 0 Fax: +49 (0) 7307 804 - 500 E-Mail: info@esta.com www.esta.com 09831-52-02 MOBEX P...
  • Page 64: Notes

    Notes ESTA Apparatebau GmbH & Co. KG Gotenstraße 2 - 6 89250 Senden / Ay Tel.: +49 (0) 7307 804 - 0 Fax: +49 (0) 7307 804 - 500 E-Mail: info@esta.com www.esta.com MOBEX P 09831-52-02...
  • Page 65: Notes

    Notes ESTA Apparatebau GmbH & Co. KG Gotenstraße 2 - 6 89250 Senden / Ay Tel.: +49 (0) 7307 804 - 0 Fax: +49 (0) 7307 804 - 500 E-Mail: info@esta.com www.esta.com 09831-52-02 MOBEX P...
  • Page 66: Notes

    Notes ESTA Apparatebau GmbH & Co. KG Gotenstraße 2 - 6 89250 Senden / Ay Tel.: +49 (0) 7307 804 - 0 Fax: +49 (0) 7307 804 - 500 E-Mail: info@esta.com www.esta.com MOBEX P 09831-52-02...
  • Page 67 ESTA-FAX: + 49 (0) 73 07 - 80 45 00 I want to order the following items: Amount Order-No. Item description My address: Customer-No.: Company: Address: Contact person: Phone: Fax: E-mail: Signature: www.esta.com...
  • Page 68 • Oil Mist Separators • Extraction Fans • Extraction Arms • Central Extraction Systems • Pipe Systems ESTA Apparatebau GmbH & Co. KG Gotenstrasse 2 – 6 D-89250 Senden, Germany Phone: +49 (0) 73 07 - 8 04 - 0 Fax: +49 (0) 73 07 - 8 04 - 500 www.esta.com...

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