Elmo Rietschle C Series Operating Instructions Manual
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- Page 1 Edition: 1.2 · 11.04.2021 · BA 885-EN Translation of the original Operating Instructions Keep in a safe place for future reference! Operating Instructions C-VLR 301 Vacuum pump C-Serie C-Series Klaue Claw...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of contents Table of contents Foreword ..............Principles . - Page 3 Table of contents Commissioning and decommissioning ......... . Start-up .
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Page 4: Foreword
Foreword Foreword Principles These Operating Instructions: • Are a part of the following contact-free, running claw vacuum pump C-VLR 301. • Describe how to use these pumps safely and properly in all life phases and are true for all responsible persons •... -
Page 5: Disclaimer
Foreword Disclaimer Please not that we cannot accept any liability for damages arising from failure to observe the instructions. Gardner Denver Schopfheim GmbH does not assume liability for the following cases: • Not intended use • Not complying with these instructions •... -
Page 6: Safety
Safety Safety The manufacturer is not responsible for damage due to non-observance of the whole documentation. General These operating instructions contain basic instructions for installation, commissioning, maintenance and in- spection work which must be obeyed to ensure the safe operation of the machine and prevent physical and material damage. - Page 7 Safety Symbol Explanation Warning signs Obey all safety instructions with this symbol in order to avoid injury or death. Warns of potential risk of injury Warns of electrical voltage Warns of suspended loads Warns of hot surface Mandatory signs Obey all instructions with this symbol in order to avoid injury or death. Observe the Operating Instructions Wear eye protection Wear protective gloves...
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Page 8: Intended Use
Safety Intended use The machine is suitable for conveying the following media: • Standard model: All non-explosive, non-combustible, non-aggressive, and non-poisonous, dry gases, and gas-air mixtures • XD model: All non-explosive, non-combustible, non-aggressive and non-poisonous, damp gases, and gas-air mixtures The machine must only be operated in such areas as are described in the operating instructions: •... -
Page 9: Personal Protective Equipment
Safety Ø The following works are only allowed to be done by technical specialist personnel, who have been trained and instructed for the works assigned: • Transport only by forwarding agents • Erection, commissioning, maintenance and inspection works, as well as troubleshooting by technical specialist personnel (e.g. -
Page 10: Responsibilities Of The User
Safety Responsibilities of the user During the whole operating period of the machine, the operating company is obliged to prove that the limits have been met and the required maintenance and inspection works have been performed. The user must ensure that: •... -
Page 11: 2.11 Safety Equipment, Monitored Functions
Safety 2.11 Safety equipment, monitored functions Missing or non-functional safety equipment may lead to dangerous operating states and thus result in life-threatening injuries. Ø Do not modify or bypass safety equipment and safety functions Ø Check the function at regular intervals 2.12 Emergency Stop / Emergency Off Missing safety equipment may lead to hazardous operating states. -
Page 12: Transport And Storage
Transport and storage Transport and storage Transport WARNING Death by falling down or tipping over of the transported goods! Falling or tipping over of transported goods can cause serious or fatal injuries. Limbs can be crushed. Ø Select the lifting device according to the total weight to be transported. Ø... -
Page 13: Storage
Transport and storage The pump is supplied on a pallet. a) Unload the pump using a forklift or pallet truck and transport to the installation location. b) Tightly fasten the eyebolt (Fig. 1/1) and the fixing screw (Fig. 1/3) on the transportation lashing (Fig. 1/2). c) To lift and transport the machine, hook it in the eye bolt and the transportation lashing using a hoisting gear. -
Page 14: Product Overview And Functioning
Product overview and functioning Product overview and functioning Product overview C-VLR 301 Vacuum connection Oil sight glass Exhaust air connection Oil discharge point with magnet Exhaust silencer Oil recommendation plate Condensate drain (only „XD“ model) Data plate Inlet flange Direction of rotation arrow Cooling air inlet Drive motor Cooling air outlet... -
Page 15: Data Plate
Product overview and functioning Data plate Model / size (mechanical version) Speed Serial number Motor output Year of construction Operating mode Data matrix barcode Suction capacity Article No. Final pressure (abs.) Fig. -
Page 16: Fields Of Application
Product overview and functioning Fields of application This contact-free running claw vacuum pump, C-VLR 301, can be operated in continuous operation at any pressure between 700 mbar (abs.) and an inlet pressure of 150 mbar (abs.). When evacuating closed systems the volume to be evacuated must be no more than 2% of the nominal pumping capacity of the vacuum pump. -
Page 17: Installation
Installation Installation We urgently recommend having the installation carried out by qualified specialist personnel. Gardner Denver does not accept liability for damages caused by improper carrying out of installation. Preparation of installation Ensure the following conditions: • Machine freely accessible from all sides •... -
Page 18: Connection Of Pipes
Installation An output reduction is noticeable when installed at more than 1000 m above sea level. In this case, please contact us. It is possible to install the machine on a firm base without anchoring. When installing on a sub- structure we recommend fixing it with flexible buffers. -
Page 19: Connect To The Energy Supply Network
Installation Connect to the energy supply network DANGER Danger to life if the electrical installation has not been carried out profes- sionally! Installation that has not been carried out professionally or properly can cause serious injuries or death. The whole electrical system can be destructed. Ø... -
Page 20: Commissioning And Decommissioning
Commissioning and decommissioning Commissioning and decommissioning Start-up WARNING Risk of injury due to improper operation! Improper operation of the machine can cause serious or fatal injuries. Ø Strictly observe the safety instructions. Especially observe the safety instruc- tions in chapter 2 . CAUTION Risk of burns on hot surfaces! When the machine is at operating temperature the surface temperatures on the... -
Page 21: Installation Check
Commissioning and decommissioning 6.1.1 Installation check WARNING Risk of injury! A faulty installation as well as missing or non-functional safety equipment may lead to severe injury. Ø Put the vacuum pump into operation only after it has been ensured that the installation is carried out flawless and the requirements for installation, as- sembly and electrical installation have been observed. -
Page 22: Decommissioning
Commissioning and decommissioning Property damage due to formation of condensate and impurities! NOTICE Due to increased condensate formation and impurities, deposits may adhere to the rotors and the compressor casing after switching off the machine, preventing the start-up when restarting it. Condensate and impurities can cause damage to the machine. -
Page 23: Maintenance And Repair
Extreme temperatures or pollutions can reduce the lifetime of the oil to 5,000 operating hours. The specified interval of up to 20,000 operating hours only applies to types of oil delivered or approved by Elmo Rietschle. For all works, observe the safety instructions described in chapter 2 “Safety”. -
Page 24: Maintenance Table
As per manufacturer's Motor (maintenance, lubrication and cleaning) 7.7.1 instructions 40000 h General overhaul of the machine (Elmo Rietschle Service) — Tab. 1 Maintenance table Preparing maintenance works a) Switch the plant off electrically and secure it against unexpected restart. -
Page 25: Lubricating Oil
Maintenance and repair Lubricating Oil CAUTION Risk of burns on hot equipment! There is the risk of burning on hot equipment when changing oil. Ø Allow the machine to cool down to approx. 40 °C (lukewarm). Ø Avoid contact with the hot oil because the oil temperature can be higher than the ambient external temperature of machine. -
Page 26: Check/Refill Oil Level
Oil change Change oil after every 20000 operating hours. We recommend Elmo Rietschle oils (also see Oil recommendation plate (Fig. 5/M)) as operating agent: GEAR-LUBE 150 – Synthetic oil, highly loadable with high resistance to aging and with excellent wear protection The viscosity of the oil used must comply with ISO VG 150 as per DIN 3448. -
Page 27: Intake Filter (Accessories)
Maintenance and repair Inlet flange Screws Mesh filter Fig. 6 Mesh filter 7.6.2 Intake filter (accessories) Clean the filter cartridge of the intake filter every month or more often, depending on pollution, by blowing off from the inside to the outside. In spite of cleaning the filter its separation efficiency will continue to deteriorate. -
Page 28: Motor And Coupling
Maintenance and repair Motor and coupling 7.7.1 Motor Perform the maintenance of the motor in accordance with the manufacturer's operating and main- tenance instructions. 7.7.2 Coupling Property damage due to defective coupling sprocket! NOTICE Defective sprockets can cause breaking of the rotor shaft and blackout failure of the machine. -
Page 29: Repair / Service
Due to contamination with hazardous substances and operating agents during operation, there is a high health risk for the repair personnel. Ø For each machine that is sent to an Elmo Rietschle Service centre for inspec- tion, maintenance or repair, a fully completed, signed declaration of harmless- ness must be enclosed. -
Page 30: Errors
Clean the working space and the Elmo Riet- a strange noise rotary piston schle Service Tab. 2 Table of malfunctions Please contact Elmo Rietschle Service for other malfunctions or those that cannot be eliminated. www.gd-elmorietschle.com © Gardner Denver Schopfheim GmbH... -
Page 31: Disassembly And Disposal
Disassembly and disposal Disassembly and disposal Disassembly WARNING Risk of injury due to substances hazardous to health! Due to contamination with hazardous substances and operating agents during operation, there is a high health risk for the personnel. Ø Before disassembly, properly clean the machine. Ø... -
Page 32: Technical Data
Technical Data Technical Data C-VLR Sound pressure level (max.) 50 Hz EN ISO 3744 dB(A) 60 Hz Tolerance ± 3 dB(A) Weight * Length * 1093 Width Height Vacuum connection Exhaust-air outlet Condensate drain silencer Rp ½ Oil filled volume * Length and weight may differ from the information listed here depending on the motor manufacturer. - Page 34 Gardner Denver Schopfheim GmbH Johann-Sutter-Straße 6+8 79650 Schopfheim · Germany Phone +49 7622 392-0 +49 7622 392-300 Elmo Rietschle is a brand of Gardner Denver‘s Industrial Products Division and part of Blower Operations.
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