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KNF 345560-345563 10/23 N922FTE TRANSLATION OF ORIGINAL OPERATING AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTION ENGLISH DIAPHRAGM PUMP Notice! Before operating the pump and accessories, read and observe the operat- ing and installation instructions as well as the safety information!
Table of contents 1 About this document ................ 3 1.1 Using the operating and installation instructions...... 3 1.2 Exclusion of liability............... 3 1.3 Symbols and markings.............. 4 2 Safety .................... 6 2.1 Personnel and target group ............ 6 2.2 Responsibility of the operator ............ 7 2.3 Working in a safety conscious manner .........
1.2 Exclusion of liability The manufacturer assumes no liability for damages and mal- functions resulting from failure to observe the operating and installation instructions. Translation of Original Operating and Installation Instruction, KNF 345560-345563 10/23...
CAUTION warns of a possibly Minor injury or dangerous situation damage is possi- ble. NOTICE Warns of possible Damage is possi- damage ble. Tab.1: Danger levels Translation of Original Operating and Installation Instruction, KNF 345560-345563 10/23...
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General warning symbol Warning of hot surface Warning of electrical voltage Warning of poisonous substances Warning of hand injuries through crushing Observe the operating instructions General mandatory sign Tab.2: Explanation of pictograms Translation of Original Operating and Installation Instruction, KNF 345560-345563 10/23...
Make sure that an EMC-compliant installation of the pump is ensured at all times to prevent the occurrence of dangerous situations. Translation of Original Operating and Installation Instruction, KNF 345560-345563 10/23...
Make sure that a dangerous situation cannot arise as a result. When pumping hazardous media, observe the safety regula- tions for the handling of said media. Translation of Original Operating and Installation Instruction, KNF 345560-345563 10/23...
2.6.2 Foreseeable misuse The pumps must not be operated in explosive atmospheres. The pumps are not suitable for transferring the following: § Dusts § Liquids § Aerosols § Biological and microbiological substances Translation of Original Operating and Installation Instruction, KNF 345560-345563 10/23...
1.5.2. / 1.5.8. / 1.5.9. / 1.7.4. / 1.7.4.1. / 1.7.4.3. Standards The following standards apply: § EN 60034-1 § EN IEC 63000 The protective goals of the following directive(s) are achieved: Translation of Original Operating and Installation Instruction, KNF 345560-345563 10/23...
Alternatively, KNF products (old devices) may also be returned to KNF for a fee (see chapter 11 Re- turns [} 50]). Translation of Original Operating and Installation Instruction, KNF 345560-345563...
Flow rate at max. 6.5 ± 8 ± 10% permissible oper- ating pressure [l/ min]* Tab.6: *Liters in the standard state based on ISO 8778 and ISO 21360-1/2 (1013 mbar) Translation of Original Operating and Installation Instruction, KNF 345560-345563 10/23...
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Tab.8: Electrical parameters N922FTE 8l *For further voltage and frequency variants, see pump type plate Pneumatic connections Pump type Value N922FTE EU: Thread size G1/4* US: Thread size NPT1/4* Tab.9: *Acc. to ISO 228 Translation of Original Operating and Installation Instruction, KNF 345560-345563 10/23...
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A leak test can be used to determine whether the original gas tightness has been re-established. Weight Parameter Value Weight [kg] Thermal switch The motors are equipped standard with a thermal switch for monitoring against overheating. Translation of Original Operating and Installation Instruction, KNF 345560-345563 10/23...
1 Pneumatic pump outlet 2 Pneumatic pump inlet 3 Pump head 4 Motor 5 Capacitor 6 Terminal box 7 Adjustment screw for flow rate (only .29 versions) Fig.1: Design N922FTE Translation of Original Operating and Installation Instruction, KNF 345560-345563 10/23...
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(2). In the upwards stroke, the diaphragm presses the medium out of the pump head via the outlet valve (1). The transfer chamber (3) is separated from the pump drive by the di- aphragm. Translation of Original Operating and Installation Instruction, KNF 345560-345563 10/23...
à Keep the original packaging of the pump (e.g. for later storage). à Inspect the pump for transport damage after receiving it. à Document any transport damage that has occurred. Translation of Original Operating and Installation Instruction, KNF 345560-345563 10/23...
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Permissible humidity (non- 30 to 85 condensing) [%] Tab.11: Transport parameters and storage parameters Prior to commissioning, make sure that the pump has reached the ambient temperature (3 Technical data [} 12]). NOTICE Translation of Original Operating and Installation Instruction, KNF 345560-345563 10/23...
Store the pump at the installation location to allow it to adapt to the ambient temperature before installation (con- densation must not be allowed to form). à Mounting dimen- For mounting dimensions, see the following illustrations: sions Translation of Original Operating and Installation Instruction, KNF 345560-345563 10/23...
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Installation and connection Diaphragm pump N922FTE Fig.3: Mounting dimensions N922FTE Translation of Original Operating and Installation Instruction, KNF 345560-345563 10/23...
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(head, motor). à Installation loca- Make sure that the installation location is dry and that the tion pump is protected from rain, spray water, splash water, dripping water and other contaminants. Translation of Original Operating and Installation Instruction, KNF 345560-345563 10/23...
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Risk of pump damage during operation à Take protective measures against the penetration of foreign bodies CAUTION into the pump. Translation of Original Operating and Installation Instruction, KNF 345560-345563 10/23...
2 Allen screws 3 Eccentric 4 Motor fasten- ing screws Fig.5: Remove the housing cover (illustrated pump N922FT.29E) 1. Loosen the four Allen screws (2) of the housing cover (1) and remove them. 2. Remove the housing cover (2). The eccentric, crank, motor (3) and the four motor fasten- ing screws (4) become visible.
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5. Screw the four motor fastening screws (4) back in and tighten them (tightening torque: 6 Nm). 6. Position the housing cover (1) and screw down with the four Allen screws (2) (tightening torque: 15 Ncm). Translation of Original Operating and Installation Instruction, KNF 345560-345563 10/23...
à no tensile and pressure forces are exerted on the con- nection point of the cables (strain relief) The motors are protected against overload by a thermal switch as standard. Translation of Original Operating and Installation Instruction, KNF 345560-345563 10/23...
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6.1 Installing the pump [} 19] and the motor operating instructions). NOTICE 4. Connect the electrical power cables to terminals L1 and N of the pump motor. Fig.7: Electrical connection 5. Close the terminal box cover again. Translation of Original Operating and Installation Instruction, KNF 345560-345563 10/23...
In this way it is possible to prevent the transfer of possible pump vibrations and noises to the sys- tem. Translation of Original Operating and Installation Instruction, KNF 345560-345563 10/23...
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3. Lay the suction line and pressure line with a descent so that no condensate can run into the pump. Pneumatic noises can be reduced or dissipated by using a silencer. Translation of Original Operating and Installation Instruction, KNF 345560-345563 10/23...
Do not look into the pump inlet/ outlet during operation. à Only operate the pumps under the operating parameters and operating conditions as described in Chapter 3 Tech- nical data [} 12]. Translation of Original Operating and Installation Instruction, KNF 345560-345563 10/23...
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à Ensure that the pump outlet is not closed or restricted. Translation of Original Operating and Installation Instruction, KNF 345560-345563 10/23...
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à Ensure that no dangerous situa- tions can arise as a result. Operation with open gas connection at the inlet can result in contaminants and objects being drawn in. NOTICE Translation of Original Operating and Installation Instruction, KNF 345560-345563 10/23...
Inspecting the Inspect the pump periodically for external damage or leak- pump age. 7.3 Adjusting the flow rate (.29 version) Tool Quantity Tool/material Screwdriver blade width 6.5 mm Tab.13: Tool/material Translation of Original Operating and Installation Instruction, KNF 345560-345563 10/23...
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When the valve is closed as well as when completely open (adjustment screw), significant resistance is felt; then turn no further. The corresponding end position is reached. X Self-locking ad- justment screw Fig.8: Adjusting the flow rate (N922FT.29E) Translation of Original Operating and Installation Instruction, KNF 345560-345563 10/23...
Servicing may only be performed according to the legal regulations (e.g. work safety, environmental protection) and provisions. à Servicing may only be performed by specialized personnel or trained and instructed personnel. Translation of Original Operating and Installation Instruction, KNF 345560-345563 10/23...
8.2.1 Flushing the pump When transferring dangerous and environmentally hazardous media, KNF recommends flushing the pump with air at atmo- spheric pressure for a few minutes prior to switch-off (if nec- essary for safety reasons: with an inert gas) to extend the ser- vice life of the diaphragm.
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à Only use solvents during cleaning if head materials are not corroded (ensure resistance of the material). à If compressed air is available, blow out the components. Translation of Original Operating and Installation Instruction, KNF 345560-345563 10/23...
Some pump parts may be hot during or after operation of the pump. WARNING à Allow the pump to cool after opera- tion. à Take protective measures to pro- tect against touching hot parts. Translation of Original Operating and Installation Instruction, KNF 345560-345563 10/23...
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4. Hold the diaphragm (6) on the side edges and unscrew it counterclockwise. 5. Check all parts for contamination and clean them if neces- sary (see Chapter Cleaning). Translation of Original Operating and Installation Instruction, KNF 345560-345563 10/23...
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6. Check the valve seats, intermediate plate (2), head plate (3) and, if necessary, O-ring groove for contamination and damage. Clean the parts if necessary. Contact KNF in the event of unevenness, scratches or corrosion. Order and replace the damaged parts. 7. Inserting valve plate/seal: Valve plates/seals are identical for the pressure and suc- tion side;...
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3. Checking the pump head (pump heads) and pneumatic connections for leaks: To ensure the required gas tightness of the pump follow- ing servicing, a leak test is to be performed. Translation of Original Operating and Installation Instruction, KNF 345560-345563 10/23...
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5 Screws 6 Diaphragm 7 Screw 8 Washer 9 Valve plate/ seal 10 O-ring (only .29 version) 11 Adjusting valve (only .29 version) 12 Locating pin Fig.9: Pump parts N922FT.29E EX Translation of Original Operating and Installation Instruction, KNF 345560-345563 10/23...
2. The valve diaphragm (Z) must be fully screwed in but Fig.10: Adjusting must not be overtightened. valve 3. Adjust the flow rate according to Adjusting the flow rate (N922FTE .29 design). Translation of Original Operating and Installation Instruction, KNF 345560-345563 10/23...
Spare parts and accessories Diaphragm pump N922FTE 9 Spare parts and accessories To order spare parts and accessories, please contact your KNF sales partner or KNF Customer Service (con- tact data: see www.knf.com). 9.1 Spare parts Spare part set A spare part set consists of:...
Screw-in fitting, straight AD 317086 Screw-in fitting, angled AD 10 318946 Tab.21: Fig.11: Pump with accessories (N922FTE pump illustrated with mounting kit of anti-vibration buffers and mounting bracket) Translation of Original Operating and Installation Instruction, KNF 345560-345563 10/23...
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Spare parts and accessories Diaphragm pump N922FTE Fig.12: Dimensional drawing of N922FTE with mounting kit of anti-vi- bration buffers and mounting bracket Translation of Original Operating and Installation Instruction, KNF 345560-345563 10/23...
à Check and ensure that no voltage is present. à Allow the pump to cool before troubleshooting. à Check the pump (see following tables). Translation of Original Operating and Installation Instruction, KNF 345560-345563 10/23...
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The applied voltage must not exceed the value specified in Chapter 6.3 Electrical connection [} 25]. à Diaphragm and valves Replace diaphragm and valves (see Chapter 8 Ser- are worn or defective. vicing [} 34]). Tab.22: Translation of Original Operating and Installation Instruction, KNF 345560-345563 10/23...
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Stop the pump immediately. broken à Change the diaphragm (see 8 Servicing [} 34]). à Diaphragm and valves Replace diaphragm and valves (see Chapter 8 Ser- are worn or defective. vicing [} 34]). Tab.23: Translation of Original Operating and Installation Instruction, KNF 345560-345563 10/23...
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Tab.24: Fault cannot be rectified If you are unable to identify any of the specified causes, send the pump to KNF Customer Service (contact data: see www.knf.com). 1. Flush the pump with air for a few minutes (if necessary for...
If necessary, request original packaging for a fee. Returns KNF shall undertake to repair the pump only under the condi- tion that the customer presents a certificate regarding the medium that is pumped and the cleaning of the pump. In this case too, old devices can be returned.
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KNF Neuberger GmbH Alter Weg 3 79112 Freiburg Germany Tel. +49 (0)7664/5909-0 E-mail: info.de@knf.com www.knf.com KNF worldwide You can find our local KNF partners at: www.knf.com...
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