Operating instructions valid for: General designation Rotary vane-Vakuumpumpe, hereinafter described as "pump". Product type dry-running Model VT 4.10, VT 4.16, VT 4.25, VT 4.40, VX 4.10, VX 4.16, VX 4.25 and VX 4.40 Manufacturer Gebr. Becker GmbH Hölker Feld 29-31 42279 Wuppertal CONTENT...
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VT 4.10, VT 4.16, VT 4.25, VT 4.40, VX 4.10, VX 4.16, VX 4.25, VX 4.40 MOTORS SAFETY AND PROTECTIVE DEVICES TESTING THE SAFETY AND PROTECTIVE DEVICES TRANSPORT INSTALLATION AND COMMISSIONING GENERAL REQUIREMENTS PREPARATORY ACTIVITIES 6.2.1 CONNECTING THE MEDIA LINE 6.2.2...
VT 4.10, VT 4.16, VT 4.25, VT 4.40, VX 4.10, VX 4.16, VX 4.25, VX 4.40 TO THE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS GENERAL These operating instructions are an essential part of the pump and contain the necessary information and important notes to operate the pump safely and properly. Observance of these instructions will help: •...
VT 4.10, VT 4.16, VT 4.25, VT 4.40, VX 4.10, VX 4.16, VX 4.25, VX 4.40 Use hearing protection Use hand protection Note: General information ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTATION In addition to these operating instructions, the following documents and notes must be observed: •...
VT 4.10, VT 4.16, VT 4.25, VT 4.40, VX 4.10, VX 4.16, VX 4.25, VX 4.40 BASIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS These operating instructions serve as a basis for the safe use and operation of the pump. The operating instructions, in particular the safety instructions and the rules and regulations applicable to the place of use, must be observed by all persons working on or with the pump.
VT 4.10, VT 4.16, VT 4.25, VT 4.40, VX 4.10, VX 4.16, VX 4.25, VX 4.40 STAFF QUALIFICATION Certain activities require a specific qualification to be demonstrated by the personnel carrying them out. The following table summarises these qualifications: Activity...
VT 4.10, VT 4.16, VT 4.25, VT 4.40, VX 4.10, VX 4.16, VX 4.25, VX 4.40 WARNING Hearing damage due to high volume Hearing protection must be worn during activities that must be carried out while the pump is running.
Safety risk due to spare parts not approved by the manufacturer Becker spare parts have been checked by us for their technical requirements and for their safety. Spare parts that have not been approved can pose a danger to people and the pump.
10 | VT 4.10, VT 4.16, VT 4.25, VT 4.40, VX 4.10, VX 4.16, VX 4.25, VX 4.40 2.11 REQUIREMENT FOR STABILITY It is best to install the pump horizontally on a flat surface. Vertical installation (valve side down) is not permitted.
11 | VT 4.10, VT 4.16, VT 4.25, VT 4.40, VX 4.10, VX 4.16, VX 4.25, VX 4.40 OPERATING CONDITIONS The CE conformity of the product only becomes legally valid when all product safety requirements of the "operating conditions" formulated in this chapter in the sense of Directive 2006/42/EC Annex I 1.7.4.2.i have been fully implemented by the operator.
Series X sliders are characterised by extremely long slider service lives. Becker guarantees a slide valve service life of 20,000 operating hours or a maximum of 3 years for this pump. X series intake filters have a removable cover (pre-filter) that extends the service life of the filter at extended by regular cleaning.
13 | VT 4.10, VT 4.16, VT 4.25, VT 4.40, VX 4.10, VX 4.16, VX 4.25, VX 4.40 The VX 4.25/0-47 is a special version with EPP bonnet, stand and cable connection. 4.3.3 VARIANTS VT(X) 4.10-4.40 IN SH 19 OR SH 20 ACOUSTIC ENCLOSURE For particularly noise-sensitive applications, the pumps are also available with acoustic bonnets.
15 | VT 4.10, VT 4.16, VT 4.25, VT 4.40, VX 4.10, VX 4.16, VX 4.25, VX 4.40 MOTORS The characteristics of the motor used can be found on the motor's type plate. SAFETY AND PROTECTIVE DEVICES DANGER Danger to life due to defective, dismantled and manipulated protective devices NOTE For a description of the safety instructions, see chapter 2.9...
16 | VT 4.10, VT 4.16, VT 4.25, VT 4.40, VX 4.10, VX 4.16, VX 4.25, VX 4.40 TRANSPORT WARNING Risk of injury due to incorrect lifting conditions. NOTE wear suitable PPE. NOTE For a detailed description of the safety instructions, see chapter 2.9 The pump may only be attached to the eyebolt.
17 | VT 4.10, VT 4.16, VT 4.25, VT 4.40, VX 4.10, VX 4.16, VX 4.25, VX 4.40 INSTALLATION AND COMMISSIONING GENERAL REQUIREMENTS The installation site of the pump should be dry and protected from splash water. We recommend installing the pump in such a way that maintenance work can be carried out easily. Depending on the type of variant or accessories fitted, additional free space may be required for this.
18 | VT 4.10, VT 4.16, VT 4.25, VT 4.40, VX 4.10, VX 4.16, VX 4.25, VX 4.40 This pump variant has neither a suction filter nor a vacuum safety valve ex works. These must be installed by the customer before commissioning.
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19 | VT 4.10, VT 4.16, VT 4.25, VT 4.40, VX 4.10, VX 4.16, VX 4.25, VX 4.40 DANGER Danger to life due to defective, dismantled and manipulated protective devices DANGER Danger to life due to unexpected start-up NOTE For a description of the safety instructions, see Chap. 2.9 The electrical installation of the pump shall comply with the requirements of Directive 2006/42/EC and EN 60204:2019.
20 | VT 4.10, VT 4.16, VT 4.25, VT 4.40, VX 4.10, VX 4.16, VX 4.25, VX 4.40 6.3.1 ELECTRICAL CONNECTION (STANDARD) Connecting the motor The motor must be connected according to the connection diagram (see terminal box cover or instruction leaflet in the terminal box).
21 | VT 4.10, VT 4.16, VT 4.25, VT 4.40, VX 4.10, VX 4.16, VX 4.25, VX 4.40 SWITCH ON PUMP The pump is switched on via switching elements in the application. After switching on, the pump goes directly into normal operating mode.
22 | VT 4.10, VT 4.16, VT 4.25, VT 4.40, VX 4.10, VX 4.16, VX 4.25, VX 4.40 TROUBLESHOOTING / TROUBLESHOOTING DANGER Danger to life from electric shock - Personnel qualification DANGER Danger to life due to defective, dismantled and manipulated protective devices...
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23 | VT 4.10, VT 4.16, VT 4.25, VT 4.40, VX 4.10, VX 4.16, VX 4.25, VX 4.40 The electrical fuse has tripped Cause Have possible sources of error checked by a qualified electrician. Do not switch the pump on again until the...
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24 | VT 4.10, VT 4.16, VT 4.25, VT 4.40, VX 4.10, VX 4.16, VX 4.25, VX 4.40 The pump does not reach the required performance and / or emits disturbing noises Cause The motor runs in the wrong direction of rotation if the The motor installation must be checked by a qualified pump does not prime correctly and emits loud noise.
25 | VT 4.10, VT 4.16, VT 4.25, VT 4.40, VX 4.10, VX 4.16, VX 4.25, VX 4.40 MAINTENANCE, SERVICING AND DISMANTLING DANGER Danger to life due to electric shock DANGER Danger to life due to defective, dismantled and manipulated protective devices...
27 | VT 4.10, VT 4.16, VT 4.25, VT 4.40, VX 4.10, VX 4.16, VX 4.25, VX 4.40 NOTE Wear suitable PPE NOTE For a description of the safety instructions, see 2.9 The safety instructions must be observed: • Use appropriate tools and handle with care.
28 | VT 4.10, VT 4.16, VT 4.25, VT 4.40, VX 4.10, VX 4.16, VX 4.25, VX 4.40 The sliders are also installed behind the front cover. Loosen and remove them as described in the previous point. The side cover underneath is fastened with 4 Allen screws. Loosen these and remove the side cover.
29 | VT 4.10, VT 4.16, VT 4.25, VT 4.40, VX 4.10, VX 4.16, VX 4.25, VX 4.40 SPARE AND WEAR PARTS WARNING Safety risk due to spare parts not approved by the manufacturer A comprehensive spare parts list with all spare and wear parts of the series listed here can be found on our homepage under the following link: www.becker-international-shop.com...
30 | VT 4.10, VT 4.16, VT 4.25, VT 4.40, VX 4.10, VX 4.16, VX 4.25, VX 4.40 WARNING Risk of injury from slipping, tripping and falling WARNING Danger from hot components NOTE wear suitable PPE. NOTE For a description of the safety instructions, see chapter 2.9 The following steps must be observed during dismantling and decommissioning: Switch off the pump and release the drive.