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Edition: 2.0 · 22/06/2022 · BA 230-EN Translation of the original Operating Instructions Keep in a safe place for future reference! Operating Instructions V-VGD 10 | 15 Vacuum pump V Serie V Series Drehschieber Rotary Vane...
These Operating Instructions: • Are part of the following oil-flooded rotary vane vacuum pumps of type V-VGD 10 | 15. • Describe the safe and proper use in all life phases and are to be observed by all responsible persons •...
Foreword Disclaimer Please note 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 •...
Safety Safety The manufacturer shall not be liable for damages caused by 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 damages.
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Safety Symbol Explanation Warning signs Obey all safety instructions with this symbol in order to avoid injury or death. It warns of the potential risk of injury It warns of electrical voltage It warns of suspended loads It warns of hot surface Mandatory signs Obey all instructions with this symbol in order to avoid injury or death.
Safety Intended use The machine is suitable for conveying the following media: • Fan: The extracted air may contain water vapour but no water or other liquids. For water vapour com- patibility see Info I 200 • All non-explosive, non-combustible, non-aggressive and non-poisonous, dry gases and gas-air mixtures The machine is permitted to be operated only in such areas that are described in these Operating Instructions:...
Safety Ø Personnel to be trained and laypersons may only carry out work on the machine when under the su- pervision of authorised specialist personnel and must be instructed about possible hazards in a safety instruction Specialist personnel: Persons that can evaluate work assigned to them and evaluate possible risks as a result of their training, knowledge and experience as well as the applicable regulations.
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: •...
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.
Transport, storage and disposal 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...
Transport, storage and disposal The pump is delivered on a pallet. a) Unload the pump and transport it to the place of installation. b) Tightly fasten the fixing screw (Fig. 1/2) on the transportation lashing (Fig. 1/1). c) For lifting of the pump, hook it in the transportation lashing (Fig. 1/1) using lifting gear. d) Lift the pump out of the cardboard box and align it.
Setup and operation Product overview and functioning Product Overview Vacuum connection Oil recommendation plate Exhaust air outlet Data plate Inlet flange Rotation direction arrow Cooling air inlet Drive motor Cooling air outlet Hot surfaces > 70 °C Oil filling point Oil remover housing Oil sight glass Adjusting bolt (fine vacuum / rough vacuum)
Setup and operation Fields of application The oil-flooded rotary vane vacuum pumps and V-VGD are suitable for the generation of vacuum. With free intake, the nominal pumping capacity is 10 m³/h (VGD 10) and 15 m /h (VGD 15) at 50 Hz. Data sheet D 230 shows the dependency of the pumping capacity on the intake pressure.
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 •...
Installation Connection of pipes WARNING Parts being ejected from over pressure! Closing or narrowing of the exhaust air openings may lead to impermissible pres- sure in the machine. This could result in severe or mortal injury, components may be damaged. Ø...
Installation Check lubricating oil a) Check the lubricating oil level through the oil sight glass (Fig. 2/I) and top up, if necessary. b) Fill the lubricating oil (for suitable types see chap- ter 7.6 “Lubricating Oil”) via the oil filling point (Fig.
Commissioning and decommissioning Commissioning and decommissioning WARNING Risk of injury due to improper operation! Improper operation of the machine can cause serious or fatal injuries. Ø Only use the machine in accordance with the intended use. See chapter 2.4. CAUTION Risk of injury due to hot surfaces! When the machine is at operating temperature the surface temperatures on the components may rise to above 70 °C.
Commissioning and decommissioning The following checks must be carried out: • No transport or assembly damage of the vacuum pump and assembly steps attached • The vacuum pump is standing safely on the substrate at a horizontal installation position • Correct connection of the pipelines (inlet side, outlet side), check for leak tightness! •...
Commissioning and decommissioning Operation 6.2.1 Check the oil level Property damage due to bad lubrication! NOTICE If the oil level is too low, this can cause damages to vacuum pump. Ø Check oil level every day and, if necessary, refill oil. a) Check the oil level in the sight glass (Fig.
Maintenance and repair Maintenance and repair DANGER Danger of death from touching live parts! Touching of live parts cause serious injuries or death. Ø Before starting any maintenance and repair works disconnect the machine by actuation of the main switch or disconnection of the plug and secure it against unexpected restart.
Maintenance and repair Maintenance table Interval Maintenance activities Chapter (Operating hours) daily Check the oil level 6.2.1 Depending on the degree of pollution Clean vacuum pump At least 1 x per month Check the pipes and screws for leaks and ensure —...
Maintenance and repair Clean air filter CAUTION Danger of injury when dealing with compressed air! When the filter is blown off with compressed air, loose solid particles or powder dust swirling around may cause injury to the eyes. Inhaling can damage lungs. Ø...
If you change the type of oil, empty the oil tank completely. The waste oil must be disposed of in compliance with the local environmental protection regulations. As operating agent, we recommend Elmo Rietschle oils, see oil recommendation plate (Fig. 7/M) as well as Tab. 3 on page 29: •...
Maintenance and repair 7.6.1 Refilling of oil a) Switch the machine off, secure it against accidental switching on and vent to atmospheric pressure. b) Open the cap of the oil filling point (Fig. 7/H) and refill oil until it reaches the upper edge of the sight glass (Fig.
For a simple and fast maintenance we are offering several service kits for our vacuum pumps. They include all wearing parts and sealings that are required for the respective maintenance works. These service kits and oil types can directly be ordered from our Elmo Rietschle Service with quotation of the material numbers.
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Maintenance and repair Service kits Material number Description Set of wearing parts VGD 10 1024090103 It includes all wearing parts. VGD 15 1024610103 Set of sealings VGD 10 1024090101 Includes all sealings. VGD 15 1024610101 Tab. 2 Service kits * Please find the exact positions in the service drawing E230. Trading units Material number Description...
Errors Errors DANGER Danger to life! If malfunctions are disregarded and/or removed only insufficiently, serious to lethal injuries can occur. Ø Never put the pump in operation again after it has been switched off automat- ically without unequivocally finding out the reason for this shut-off and reme- dying it.
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Cooling air supply is obstructed Check ambient conditions Chapter 5.1 Clean ventilation slots Chapter 7.2 The machine makes a The pump housing is worn Repair by manufacturer or au- Elmo Rietschle strange noise (chatter marks) thorised workshop Service (The blades making Blades are damaged...
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...
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