TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION I - INTRODUCTION Product Overview ............................1 Product Features............................2 Specifications............................3 Recommended Environmental Conditions ....................3 Classifications ............................4 Explanation of Symbols & Signs ....................... 4 Safety Precautions ............................ 5 SECTION II - PREINSTALLATION Packaging ..............................7 System Schematic ............................
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TABLE OF CONTENTS DRY VACUUM USER MANUAL SECTION VII - PARTS Replacement Parts List ........................... 28 EMC INFORMATION ..........................31 LIMITED WARRANTY ..........................35 PRIVACY POLICY ............................36 TERMS OF USE ............................41 866-DTE-INFO dentalez.com PN: 7717-001C...
The E2 control provides precise electrical control over run-time and shutdown operations while vacuum is maintained at a uniform level by the Ramvac vacuum level control valve. To ensure proper installation, carefully read all the instructions contained in this manual prior to installing, operating and servicing.
DRY VACUUM USER MANUAL PRODUCT FEATURES Flexible and compact, the Badger LF by Ramvac is an efficient, powerful, lubrication-free dry vacuum system that is an alternative to traditional vacuum units. The Badger LF Lube Free dry vacuum system brings unrivaled power to your fingertips in the operatory, while reassuring you with confidence and efficiency in the back room.
= Biohazard Manufactured in a FDA registered ISO 13485:2016 certified facility. = Warning - Dangerous Voltage Ramvac vacuum units meet the most current and highest safety standards. = Hot Surface Type of Protection Against Electric Shock: = General Mandatory Action Class 1 Equipment.
WARNING Do not modify this equipment without permission from Ramvac. Unauthorized modification will void the warranty and could result in serious injury. If this equipment is modified, appropriate inspection and testing must be conducted to ensure continued safe use of equipment.
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SECTION I - INTRODUCTION DRY VACUUM USER MANUAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS (CONTINUED) Electrical shock could occur as a result of improper grounding. This product must be grounded according to NEC regulations and local codes. The vacuum unit should not be used adjacent to or stacked with other equipment. If adjacent or stacked use is necessary, the vacuum should be observed to verify normal operation in the configuration in which it will be used.
SECTION II - PREINSTALLATION PACKAGING CAUTION This unit is heavy. Never attempt to lift or handle without assistance. NOTICE It is recommended to leave the unit attached to the shipping pallet during transport until final destination. TOOLS NEEDED 7/16" Wrench PARTS INCLUDED ...
SECTION II - PREINSTALLATION DRY VACUUM USER MANUAL SYSTEM SCHEMATIC NOTICE It is recommended that this equipment only be installed by licensed electrical and plumbing contractors. Prepare Site (see SECTION II - PREINSTALLATION - SITE REQUIREMENTS). Install Plumbing (see SECTION III - INSTALLATION - PLUMBING).
SECTION II - PREINSTALLATION SITE REQUIREMENTS Ambient Conditions: This utility room equipment is designed to operate in the temperature range designated as follows: 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C). Operating relative humidity range is 0% to 95%, with no condensing moisture. The utility room environment may require additional ventilation and HVAC accomodations in order to maintain an acceptable environment.
SECTION III - INSTALLATION DRY VACUUM USER MANUAL PLUMBING NOTICE Follow current NFPA 99c Edition, Ramvac instructions, and all local codes. FACILITY VACUUM LINES FROM TANK DRAIN LINE OPERATORIES Waste pipe, slide valve and drain check valve: 1½" (or larger) schedule 40 PVC with DWV fittings ...
Slope: All horizontal lines toward the vacuum unit, a standard plumbing slope. Minimum exhaust length is 15 feet from Ramvac pump to outside end. Contact Ramvac for shorter distances. Run dedicated exhaust lines for EACH vacuum unit installed.
SECTION III - INSTALLATION DRY VACUUM USER MANUAL ELECTRICAL WARNING To avoid risk of electric shock, this equipment must only be connected to a supply mains with protective earth. This device should only be installed by licensed electrical and plumbing contractors too all applicable federal, state or local building codes.
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Maximum wire length for 18-gauge wire is 500 feet. Low-voltage remote switching is used to turn the system on and off from a remote location. Ramvac vacuums are manufactured to continuously run throughout the workday. To conserve power, turn off vacuum if it will not be needed for an hour or more.
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4. Motors are NEMA rated. See NEMA guidelines for applicable voltage and frequency range. WARNING To avoid the risk of electrical shock, this equipment must only be connected to a supply mains with protective earth. SINGLE-PHASE CONNECTIONS RAMVAC SUPPLIED OWNER/CONTRACTOR EQUIPMENT SUPPLIED EQUIPMENT 6 FT CONDUIT & WIRES...
SECTION III - INSTALLATION MUFFLER WARNING 5. Reconnect power to the Badger LF, then test unit for proper function. To prevent any chance of electrical shock, always disconnect power when indicated. Run unit for 30 minutes, monitoring for any unusual sounds or excessive vibration.
SECTION IV - OPERATION DRY VACUUM USER MANUAL E2 CONTROL PANEL FEATURES OF THE E2 CONTROL Status Lights Power Status – Green light is on when line voltage is present. Power status light flashes while unit is performing a shutdown cycle (see SECTION IV - OPERATION - SHUTDOWN CYCLE).
NOTE: No high-voltage switching with the Badger LF. NOTE: No special skills are required by the operator to safely utilize this equipment. Contact the installing dealer or Ramvac if the following pages do not adequately answer all questions. SHUTDOWN CYCLE Turn the unit OFF at the end of each day.
Dry vacuum preventive maintenance is simple, clean and inexpensive. It can help ensure your system provides years of predictable performance. While most maintenance tasks can be performed by the user, Ramvac recommends having all service and maintenance conducted by a dealer service technician.
SlugBuster is a non-foaming, non-chlorinated dental vacuum line cleaner that is compatible with ALL dental vacuum systems and amalgam separators (8 pH). SlugBuster is available in powder and liquid forms, and can be ordered through any authorized Ramvac dealer. RAMVAC PART NO.
6 months or 1,000 hours. Replace filters every 2,000 hours or when dirt is visible. NOTE: The use of personal protective equipment (gloves) is recommended when handling used air filters. FILTER SET ORDERING INFORMATION Badger LF dry vacuum filter sets can be ordered through any authorized Ramvac dealer. RAMVAC PART NO. CONTENTS 005301SP Badger LF Service Air Filter Set: 1 main 25mp air filter;...
Replace poly V-belt if frayed or cracked. V-belt tension will not normally need adjustment; however, tension will need adjustment if belt squeaks at start-up. Contact Ramvac technical support for information. V-BELT ORDERING INFORMATION Ramvac V-belts can be ordered through any authorized Ramvac dealer. A detailed instruction sheet will be sent with the poly V-belt replacement kit. RAMVAC VACUUM NO.
SECTION VI - USER SERVICE INFO DRY VACUUM USER MANUAL TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION Tank Drain Check Valve Blocked Open Clean Tank Drain Check Valve Clogged Vacuum Line Locate and Remove Clog Low or No Vacuum Vacuum Controller Stuck Open Repair or Replace Vacuum Controller (Motor Running Okay) Vacuum Leaks...
SECTION VI - USER SERVICE INFO SERVICE INSTRUCTION If the area of concern is not addressed in this manual, contact DENTALEZ customer service at 866-DTE-INFO. (See LIMITED WARRANTY.) Please have the following product information available. Information may be found on the product model/serial number label on the vacuum (FIGURE 2500 Highway 31 South...
SECTION VII - PARTS DRY VACUUM USER MANUAL REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST CEMENT PARTS LIST ROTATE CLOCKWISE AND LIFT TO ACCESS FILTER REGULAR MAINTENANCE KIT Part/Kit Name Part/Kit No. V-belt, 39" 8801-003 ROTATE CLOCKWISE Filter Set 005301SP AND LIFT TO ACCESS FILTER 866-DTE-INFO dentalez.com...
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Motor Pulley Kit 8801-009 Pump Pulley Kit 8801-011 Front Pump Fan Cover Kit 8801-012 Pump Kit NEW Pump Kit 8801-006 REMANUFACTURED Pump Kit 8801-006RM Rear Pump Fan Cover Kit 8801-013 Motor Kit 8801-014 Muffler Kit 8801-029 Ramvac Green Touch-up Paint...
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SECTION VII - PARTS DRY VACUUM USER MANUAL REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST (CONTINUED) ELECTRICAL REPLACEMENT PARTS KIT Part/Kit Name Part/Kit No. Tank Float Kit 004612SP Complete E2 Control Kit 8801-019 E2 Control Board Kit 8801-015 E2 LED Display Kit 8801-016 E2 Hour Meter 8801-020 Solenoid Valve Kit 8801-018...
Ramvac Badger LF. The Ramvac Badger LF should not be used adjacent to or stacked with other equipment and that if adjacent or stacked use is necessary, the Ramvac Badger LF should be observed to verify normal operation in the configuration in which it will be used.
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EMC INFORMATION DRY VACUUM USER MANUAL GUIDANCE AND MANUFACTURER’S DECLARATION – ELECTROMAGNETIC IMMUNITY ALL ME EQUIPMENT AND ME SYSTEMS The vacuum unit is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or the end user of the vacuum should assure that it is used in such an environment.
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EMC INFORMATION GUIDANCE AND MANUFACTURER’S DECLARATION – ELECTROMAGNETIC IMMUNITY ME EQUIPMENT AND ME SYSTEMS The vacuum unit is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or the user of the vacuum should assure that it is used in such an environment. IEC 60601 Test Compliance Immunity Test...
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EMC INFORMATION DRY VACUUM USER MANUAL RECOMMENDED SEPARATION DISTANCE BETWEEN PORTABLE AND MOBILE RF COMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT AND THE VACUUM UNIT The vacuum unit is intended for use in an electromagnetic environment in which radiated RF disturbances are controlled. The customer or the user of the vacuum can help prevent electromagnetic interference by maintaining a minimum distance between portable and mobile RF communications equipment (transmitters) and the vacuum as recommended below, according to the maximum output power of the communications equipment.
PRIVACY POLICY DRY VACUUM USER MANUAL DENTALEZ EQUIPMENT PRIVACY POLICY Effective Date: November 1, 2023. Introduction and Overview. This Privacy Policy describes how DentalEZ, Inc. its subsidiaries and affiliates (collectively “DentalEZ,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) collects, uses, and shares information about you as well as your rights and choices.
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PRIVACY POLICY • Equipment Usage and Performance Data, including performance data collected from sensors connected to the DentalEZ smart technology in your dental or medical equipment, including by not limited to when the equipment is used and for how long, what equipment functions are being used, how the equipment is running, power surges, tank pressure, voltage, oil or water level, maintenance alert, service history, pump intake, runtime and vacuum efficiency, and other kinds of equipment performance data.
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PRIVACY POLICY DRY VACUUM USER MANUAL • Send you technical notices, updates, security alerts, information regarding changes to our policies, and administrative messages. • Prevent and address fraud, breach of policies or terms, and threats or harm. • Monitor and analyze trends, usage, activities and failure analysis. •...
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PRIVACY POLICY 2. Your Rights and Choices. A. Account Information. You may access or update certain information that you have provided to us through your account by visiting your account settings or sending an email to the email address set out in the “Contact Us” section below or by contacting your dealer directly.
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PRIVACY POLICY DRY VACUUM USER MANUAL Your Canadian Privacy Rights. If you are a resident of Canada, you may be entitled to additional rights regarding your personal information, including: (i) the right to withdraw consent to processing of your personal information where consent is the basis of processing;...
TERMS OF USE DENTALEZ TERMS OF USE FOR EQUIPMENT WITH SMART TECHNOLOGY Effective Date: November 1, 2023. Introduction and Overview. These Terms of Use (“Online Terms”) set forth a legally binding agreement between DENTALEZ, Inc., DentalEZ Alabama, Inc., DTE Oregon, Inc., their subsidiaries and affiliates (collectively “DentalEZ” , “we” , “our” , or “us”) and the person or entity identified on the order form or other Service (as defined below) subscription purchase document (“Customer”).
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TERMS OF USE DRY VACUUM USER MANUAL for any reason, in DentalEZ’ sole discretion, and without advance notice or liability. Your unauthorized use of the Content may violate copyright, trademark, privacy, publicity, communications, and other laws, and any such use may result in your personal liability, including potential criminal liability.
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TERMS OF USE enhancement, improvement, and provision of Service and derivatives thereof, provided that DentalEZ shall disclose Customer Data that is identifiable to Customer or any individual only as permitted in our Privacy Policy. You understand that you will not receive any fees, sums, consideration, or remuneration for any of the rights granted in this Section.
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TERMS OF USE DRY VACUUM USER MANUAL Customer Support; Notice. If you have any questions or comments, please send an e-mail to us at DentalEZIOT@DentalEZ.com. You acknowledge that the provision of support is at DentalEZ’ sole discretion and that we have no obligation to provide you with customer support of any kind.
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TERMS OF USE DentalEZIOT@DentalEZ.com with the word UNSUBSCRIBE in the subject field of the e-mail. We will unsubscribe your email from promotional e-mails sent by us within 10 business days of our receipt of your opt-out request. Your opt-out of promotional emails will not affect nonpromotional e-mails, such as those about your Account, transactions, servicing, or DentalEZ’...
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TERMS OF USE DRY VACUUM USER MANUAL Payment of all filing, administration and arbitrator fees will be governed by the JAMS Rules. Arbitration under this agreement shall be held in the United States in Pennsylvania, under Pennsylvania law without regard to its conflict of laws provisions.
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TERMS OF USE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF TITLE, NONINFRINGEMENT, MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ACCURACY, COMPLETENESS, QUIET ENJOYMENT, FREEDOM FROM COMPUTER VIRUS AND THE RESULTS YOU MAY OBTAIN BY USING THE SERVICE. BY ACCESSING OR USING THE SERVICE YOU REPRESENT AND WARRANT THAT YOUR ACTIVITIES ARE LAWFUL IN EVERY JURISDICTION WHERE YOU ACCESS OR USE THE SERVICE.
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TERMS OF USE DRY VACUUM USER MANUAL ACTION THAT MAY INTERFERE WITH OR PREVENT THE DEVELOPMENT OR EXPLOITATION OF ANY WEBSITE, APPLICATION, CONTENT, SUBMISSIONS, PRODUCT, SERVICE, OR INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY OWNED, LICENSED, USED OR CONTROLLED BY DENTALEZ OR A LICENSOR OF DENTALEZ. Updates to Terms.
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TERMS OF USE Complete Agreement; No Waiver. The Terms and the Privacy Policy reflect our complete agreement regarding the Service and supersede any prior agreements, representations, warranties, assurances or discussion related to the Service. Except as expressly set forth in the Terms, (i) no failure or delay by you or DentalEZ in exercising any of rights, powers, or remedies under will operate as a waiver of that or any other right, power, or remedy, and (ii) no waiver or modification of any term of the will be effective unless in writing and signed by the party against whom the waiver or modification is sought to be enforced.