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Edition: 1.0 · 27.09.2022 · BA 885-OXY-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...
Foreword Foreword Principles These Operating Instructions: • Are a part of the following contact-free, running claw vacuum pump C-VLR 301 OXY. • Describe how to use these pumps safely and properly in all life phases and are true for 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 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.
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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 Caution: Use of oxygen Mandatory signs Obey all instructions with this symbol in order to avoid injury or death.
Safety Intended use If not used as intended, this can cause dangerous operating conditions and oxidizing mixtures can be generated. The machine is suitable for conveying the following media: • All non-explosive, non-combustible, non-aggressive and non-poisonous dry gases and gas-air mixtures •...
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 trained in the use of oxygen plants •...
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 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...
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.
Product overview and functioning Product overview and functioning Product overview C-VLR 301 OXY Vacuum connection Oil sight glass Exhaust air outlet Oil discharge point with magnet Exhaust silencer Oil recommendation plate Condensate drain Data plate Inlet flange with non-return valve Direction of rotation arrow Cooling air inlet Drive motor Cooling air outlet...
Product overview and functioning Fields of application The claw vacuum pumps are suitable for sucking out of air or other gases with increased percentage of oxy- gen (content by volume above 21 %). They can be operated in continuous operation at any pressure between 700 mbar (abs.) and an inlet pres- sure of 150 mbar (abs.).
Installation Installation WARNING Risk to due to improper installation and commissioning! Improper or wrong installation can cause fire and serious injuries or death. Ø Only authorised specialist personnel that have been trained about the safety regulations for handling of oxygen plants are allowed to install and commis- sion the pump.
Installation Property damage from overheating! NOTICE Due to too low cooling capacity, the machine can overheat and can be damaged. Ø Ensure for a good aeration and venting of the installation room. Observe the ambient temperature: min. +5 °C, max. +40 °C Ø...
Installation The vacuum connection is located on the suction flange. a) Remove the blind plug/adhesive film on the vacuum connection (Fig. 2/A) and exhaust air outlet (Fig. 2/B). b) Connect the pipe to the inlet flange (Fig. 2/D). c) The exhausted air can be blown out through the exhaust air outlet (Fig. 2/B) on the exhaust silencer (Fig.
Installation Permissible tolerances: • ± 5 % voltage deviation referred to nominal value • ± 2% frequency deviation a) Compare the motor data with the data of the existing mains network (current type, voltage, network frequency, permitted current value). b) The direction of rotation of the motor must correspond with the direction of rotation arrow (Fig. 2/O) on the motor flange.
Ø Assuming that the lubricating oil could be mixed with organic substances, it must be replaced immediately. Ø If the machine is polluted with organic substances, it must be put out of oper- ation and cleaned by specialist personnel authorised by Elmo Rietschle. WARNING Risk of injury due to improper operation! Improper operation of the machine can cause serious or fatal injuries.
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 Decommissioning 6.3.1 Decommissioning of the machine DANGER Danger of death from touching live parts! Touching of live parts cause serious injuries or death. Ø Disconnect the machine from the power supply by actuation of the main switch or disconnection of the plug and secure it against unexpected restart. Ø...
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. Please find an overview in Tab. 3 “Oils” on page 30.
As per manufacturer's Motor (maintenance, lubrication and cleaning) 7.7.1 instructions 40,000 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.
The waste oil must be disposed of in compliance with the local environmental protection regulations. The machine is allowed to be operated only with the following operating agents (Elmo Rietschle oil), see oil recommendation sign (Fig. 5/M) as well as Tab. 3 „Oils“ on page 30: •...
Maintenance and repair Oil filling point with vent screw Oil discharge point Oil sight glass Oil recommendation plate Fig. 5 Oil change 7.5.2 Oil change Change oil after every 20,000 operating hours. a) Switch the machine off and secure it against restart. Vent it to achieve atmospheric pressure and allow the machine to cool down (lukewarm).
Maintenance and repair Property damage! NOTICE Loose parts can damage the rotors and cause machine failure. Ø During disassembly/assembly of the inlet flange make sure that not parts fall into the machine. Ø Remove loose parts from the machine. If in doubt, do not put the machine into operation again.
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.
Material number Description ZS1178582 Gear rim 5290700000 Sieve disc Tab. 2 Spare parts Oils can directly be ordered from our Elmo Rietschle Service with quotation of the material numbers. Trading units Material number Description OXY GEAR LUBE 160 Canister, 10 kg 7202806000...
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...
Technical Data Technical Data C-VLR 301 OXY 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.
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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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