Safety signs ........................3.10 In emergency ........................3.10.1 Correct fire fighting ..................... 3.10.2 Remove lubricating oil from the skin..............3.11 Environmental protection ....................3.12 Warranty ........................... Operating manual Rotary screw blower No.: 902372 04 USE DBS vac SIGMA CONTROL 2...
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Switching off in an emergency and switching on again ............ 8.2.1 External EMERGENCY STOP device ..............Switching on and off from a remote control center ............Operating manual Rotary screw blower DBS vac SIGMA CONTROL 2 No.: 902372 04 USE...
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12.5 Disposal ........................... Annex 13.1 Pipeline and instrument flow diagram (P+I diagram) ............13.2 Dimensional drawing ......................13.3 Electrical Diagram ......................13.4 Project planning data ....................... Operating manual Rotary screw blower No.: 902372 04 USE DBS vac SIGMA CONTROL 2...
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Changing the air filter ......................... Fig. 31 Maintenance of a drive motor with re-greasing device ............... Fig. 32 Testing the EMERGENCY STOP push button ................Fig. 33 Transport ............................ Operating manual Rotary screw blower No.: 902372 04 USE DBS vac SIGMA CONTROL 2...
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List of Illustrations Operating manual Rotary screw blower DBS vac SIGMA CONTROL 2 No.: 902372 04 USE...
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Tab. 37 Regular maintenance tasks ......................Tab. 38 Regular service tasks ......................... Tab. 39 Logged maintenance tasks ......................Tab. 40 Ordering spares and operating fluids/materials ................Operating manual Rotary screw blower No.: 902372 04 USE DBS vac SIGMA CONTROL 2...
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List of Tables Operating manual Rotary screw blower viii DBS vac SIGMA CONTROL 2 No.: 902372 04 USE...
May result in moderate physical injury tion Tab. 1 Danger levels and their definition (personal injury) Warning notes may precede a chapter. They apply to the entire chapter including all sub-sections. Operating manual Rotary screw blower No.: 902372 04 USE DBS vac SIGMA CONTROL 2...
➤ The protective measures against the damages are shown here. ➤ Carefully read and fully comply with warnings against damages. 1.4.3 Other alert notes and their symbols This symbol indicates particular important information. Operating manual Rotary screw blower DBS vac SIGMA CONTROL 2 No.: 902372 04 USE...
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The cause is specified in the help text ... ➤ ... as is a solution. This symbol refers to important information or measures concerning environmental protec‐ tion. Further information Further subjects are introduced here. Operating manual Rotary screw blower No.: 902372 04 USE DBS vac SIGMA CONTROL 2...
Unloaded start valve with regulating valve (AFR) — Under frequency control START CONTROL (STC) — SIGMA FREQUENCY CONTROL (SFC) ✓ Oil temperature monitoring ✓ Available: ✓ Not available: — Operating manual Rotary screw blower DBS vac SIGMA CONTROL 2 No.: 902372 04 USE...
The working pressures during the start and shut-down phases are excep‐ tions. The specified values apply to 14.5 psi of blow-off back pressure. Operating manual Rotary screw blower DBS vac SIGMA CONTROL 2 No.: 902372 04 USE...
Tab. 11 Ambient and inlet conditions Differing ambient and inlet conditions require recalculation of the performance data, and are permissible only upon agreement with the manufacturer. Operating manual Rotary screw blower No.: 902372 04 USE DBS vac SIGMA CONTROL 2...
If external sensors or communication lines are to be connected to the machine, use shielded ca‐ bles and insert the same through EMC fittings into the control panel. Operating manual Rotary screw blower DBS vac SIGMA CONTROL 2 No.: 902372 04 USE...
24–240 Voltage type AC/DC Tab. 19 EMERGENCY STOP switching device (Option C58) Further information The wiring diagram in chapter 13.3 contains information regarding the electrical connection. Operating manual Rotary screw blower No.: 902372 04 USE DBS vac SIGMA CONTROL 2...
The mounting position is shown in the dimensional drawing in chapter 13.2. 2.14.8 Option H19, H12 Exhaust silencer (diffusion to ambient) The mounting position is shown in the dimensional drawing in chapter 13.2. Operating manual Rotary screw blower DBS vac SIGMA CONTROL 2 No.: 902372 04 USE...
➤ Intake of solid particles > 0.004 inch is not permitted. ➤ Persons are not allowed to remain near the exhaust outlet. ➤ Exhaust air must not be used for breathing purposes. Operating manual Rotary screw blower No.: 902372 04 USE DBS vac SIGMA CONTROL 2...
Warning instructions are found before a potentially dangerous task. 3.5.1 Safely dealing with sources of danger The following describes the various forms of danger that can occur during machine operation. Operating manual Rotary screw blower DBS vac SIGMA CONTROL 2 No.: 902372 04 USE...
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➤ Ensure that all covers and safety guards are in place and secured before re-starting. Temperature High temperatures are generated during compression. Touching hot components may cause inju‐ ries. Operating manual Rotary screw blower No.: 902372 04 USE DBS vac SIGMA CONTROL 2...
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Check the blow-off capacity of the safety relief valves prior to installing the new machine. ➤ If the blow-off capacity is insufficient: Install safety relief valves with larger blow-off capacity. Operating manual Rotary screw blower DBS vac SIGMA CONTROL 2 No.: 902372 04 USE...
➤ Install the machine in a suitable compressor room. ➤ Ensure sufficient and suitable lighting such that the display can be read and work carried out comfortably and safely. Operating manual Rotary screw blower No.: 902372 04 USE DBS vac SIGMA CONTROL 2...
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➤ Drain off fluids and dispose of them according to applicable environmental regulations. These include, for example, lubricating oil. ➤ Dispose of the machine in accordance with local environmental regulations. Operating manual Rotary screw blower DBS vac SIGMA CONTROL 2 No.: 902372 04 USE...
Serious injury or death can result from loosening or opening component under pressure! ➤ Depressurize all pressurized components and enclosures. ➤ Ensure the machine remains depressurized. ➤ Check that machine is depressurized. Operating manual Rotary screw blower No.: 902372 04 USE DBS vac SIGMA CONTROL 2...
5 minutes. Danger of bursting from excessive pressure! ➤ Always remove the inlet silencer cover when checking the direction of rota‐ tion. Tab. 24 Safety signs Operating manual Rotary screw blower DBS vac SIGMA CONTROL 2 No.: 902372 04 USE...
Due to the multitude applications for which the machine is suitable the obligation lies with the user to determine its suitability for his specific application. Operating manual Rotary screw blower No.: 902372 04 USE DBS vac SIGMA CONTROL 2...
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Correct maintenance and repair includes the use of original spare parts and operating materials. ➤ Obtain confirmation from KAESER that your specific operating conditions are suitable. Operating manual Rotary screw blower DBS vac SIGMA CONTROL 2 No.: 902372 04 USE...
Cooling air flow is boosted by a fan within the sound enclosure. The warm air is expelled to the exterior in order to prevent the machine from overheating. Operating manual Rotary screw blower No.: 902372 04 USE DBS vac SIGMA CONTROL 2...
SIGMA CONTROL 2. A suitable transponder is the RFID Equipment Card. Two of them have been provided with the ma‐ chine. Operating manual Rotary screw blower No.: 902372 04 USE DBS vac SIGMA CONTROL 2...
Air is drawn into the inlet silencer and through a filter where it is filtered. The air is then pushed from the blower block vertically and into the outlet silencer Operating manual Rotary screw blower DBS vac SIGMA CONTROL 2 No.: 902372 04 USE...
The following safety devices are provided and may not be modified in any way: ■ Safety relief valve: This valve protects the vacuum system from excessive vacuum. It is factory set. Operating manual Rotary screw blower No.: 902372 04 USE DBS vac SIGMA CONTROL 2...
Floating relay contacts are provided for the transfer of operational state (messages). Information on location, loading capacity, and type of contact can be found in the electrical dia‐ gram. Operating manual Rotary screw blower DBS vac SIGMA CONTROL 2 No.: 902372 04 USE...
Depending on the area of application, the following types of switch actuator may be used: Operating manual Rotary screw blower No.: 902372 04 USE DBS vac SIGMA CONTROL 2...
Danger of burning from hot components and scalding from escaping oil. ➤ Wear long-sleeved clothing and protective gloves. ➤ Do not inhale the exhaust air. Fig. 15 Exhaust silencer (diffusion to surroundings) Silencer Operating manual Rotary screw blower No.: 902372 04 USE DBS vac SIGMA CONTROL 2...
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The exhaust air generated during the compression (vacuum) process is diffused out through the silencer into the surrounding atmosphere. The exhaust air may reach temperatures up to a max. of 320 °F. Operating manual Rotary screw blower DBS vac SIGMA CONTROL 2 No.: 902372 04 USE...
➤ Please consult KAESER if you cannot comply with these recommendations. ➤ Prior to setting up the machine, check the inclination of the machine foundation by using a spirit level. Operating manual Rotary screw blower No.: 902372 04 USE DBS vac SIGMA CONTROL 2...
➤ Ensure that the flow rate of inlet air is at least the same as the flow rate taken by the machine and exhaust fan from the machine room. ➤ Ensure that a sufficient amount of oxygen is available for any individuals entering the machine room. Operating manual Rotary screw blower DBS vac SIGMA CONTROL 2 No.: 902372 04 USE...
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➤ Ensure that the machine and exhaust fan can only be operated when the inlet air opening is open. ➤ Keep the inlet and exhaust openings free from obstructions so that the cooling air can flow freely through the machine room. Operating manual Rotary screw blower No.: 902372 04 USE DBS vac SIGMA CONTROL 2...
➤ Do not open any of the panels while the machine is switched on. Further information Information regarding authorized personnel can be found in chapter 3.4.2. Information regarding dangers and their avoidance can be found in chapter 3.5. Operating manual Rotary screw blower DBS vac SIGMA CONTROL 2 No.: 902372 04 USE...
10.6. Adjusting lubricating oil level in longitudinal direction (motor shaft) The gear-end and drive-end oil chambers of the blower block are not connected. Operating manual Rotary screw blower No.: 902372 04 USE DBS vac SIGMA CONTROL 2...
4. Test the overcurrent protective device to ensure that the time it takes to shut down in response to a fault is within the permitted limit. Operating manual Rotary screw blower DBS vac SIGMA CONTROL 2 No.: 902372 04 USE...
(e.g. red push button) installed at the user-end, in combination with the internal, factory-fitted option C58. The corresponding user-end components (e.g. external EMERGENCY STOP command de‐ vice, button, etc.) do not comprise part of the delivery scope from KAESER. Operating manual Rotary screw blower No.: 902372 04 USE DBS vac SIGMA CONTROL 2...
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Both shutdown via the main contactor and shutdown via the STO function of the converter must correspond to Stop Category 0 in accordance with ISO 13850. Operating manual Rotary screw blower DBS vac SIGMA CONTROL 2 No.: 902372 04 USE...
Non-return or check valves must be installed in systems that are to remain under vacuum when the machine is shut down. ➤ Consult an authorized KAESER service representative on a suitable check valve and expert installation. Operating manual Rotary screw blower No.: 902372 04 USE DBS vac SIGMA CONTROL 2...
Fit this cover plate after the machine has been installed. Fig. 19 Fitting the cover plate Cover plate ➤ Screw the cover plate to the base frame. Operating manual Rotary screw blower DBS vac SIGMA CONTROL 2 No.: 902372 04 USE...
➤ Do not open any of the panels while the machine is switched on. Further information Information regarding authorized personnel can be found in chapter 3.4.2. Information regarding dangers and their avoidance can be found in chapter 3.5. Operating manual Rotary screw blower No.: 902372 04 USE DBS vac SIGMA CONTROL 2...
(The check must be repeated after 50 operating hours) ➤ Is there adequate lubricating oil in the drive-end and gear-end of the 10.5 block? (Level in the center of the sight glass) Operating manual Rotary screw blower DBS vac SIGMA CONTROL 2 No.: 902372 04 USE...
➤ Does the drive motor stop in the event of a loss of supply voltage to the external EMERGENCY STOP device? Tab. 31 Check safety functions Operating manual Rotary screw blower No.: 902372 04 USE DBS vac SIGMA CONTROL 2...
Incorrect direction of rotation! This may result in damage to the machine from intake of foreign articles or excessive vac‐ uum. ➤ Ensure the correct direction of rotation. Operating manual Rotary screw blower DBS vac SIGMA CONTROL 2 No.: 902372 04 USE...
➤ Watch for any faults occurring in the first hours of operation. ➤ After the first 50 operating hours, check all electrical connections and tighten where nec‐ essary. Operating manual Rotary screw blower No.: 902372 04 USE DBS vac SIGMA CONTROL 2...
It can automatically re-start as soon as power is restored. ➤ Note the instructions in the User Manual supplied with SIGMA CONTROL 2 for activating and deactivating this function. Operating manual Rotary screw blower DBS vac SIGMA CONTROL 2 No.: 902372 04 USE...
Result The machine can now be started again. 8.2.1 Option C58 External EMERGENCY STOP device Switch-off during an emergency can alternatively be controlled via option C58. Operating manual Rotary screw blower No.: 902372 04 USE DBS vac SIGMA CONTROL 2...
Remote control: Risk of injury caused by unexpected starting! ➤ Make sure that the power supply disconnecting device is switched off before commencing any work on the machine. Tab. 32 Machine identification Operating manual Rotary screw blower DBS vac SIGMA CONTROL 2 No.: 902372 04 USE...
Tab. 34 Machine identification 2. Press «Timer control». Timer control LED lights. The machine is switched on and off by the clock (timer). Result Operating manual Rotary screw blower No.: 902372 04 USE DBS vac SIGMA CONTROL 2...
Message coming: LED flashes ■ Message acknowledged: LED illuminates ■ Message going: LED off ■ Message coming: LED flashes ■ Message going: LED flashes ■ Message acknowledged: LED off Operating manual Rotary screw blower DBS vac SIGMA CONTROL 2 No.: 902372 04 USE...
➤ Acknowledge the message with the «Acknowledge» key. Warning LED extinguishes. Further information Please refer to the SIGMA CONTROL 2 operating manual for a list of possible warning messages during operation. Operating manual Rotary screw blower No.: 902372 04 USE DBS vac SIGMA CONTROL 2...
Oil leaking from around the Sliding ring seal defective. Contact an authorized KAESER drive shaft. service representative. Low intake flow volume. Intake resistance too high. Clean the inlet filter. Operating manual Rotary screw blower DBS vac SIGMA CONTROL 2 No.: 902372 04 USE...
Check operating conditions. Leakage due to incorrect instal‐ Contact an authorized KAESER lation of pressure-bearing com‐ service representative. ponents. Tab. 36 Faults and remedies (option H12) Operating manual Rotary screw blower No.: 902372 04 USE DBS vac SIGMA CONTROL 2...
➤ Do not open any of the panels while the machine is switched on. Further information Information regarding authorized personnel can be found in chapter 3.4.2. Information regarding dangers and their avoidance can be found in chapter 3.5. Operating manual Rotary screw blower DBS vac SIGMA CONTROL 2 No.: 902372 04 USE...
At least once a year Re-grease the motor bearings Up to 3000 h Change the FGB-680 lubricating oil. 10.7 At least once a year h = operating hours Operating manual Rotary screw blower No.: 902372 04 USE DBS vac SIGMA CONTROL 2...
Gearbox ventilation: Replace the vacuum pump. At least every 20 years Replace safety-relevant components of the safety functions. h = operating hours Tab. 38 Regular service tasks Operating manual Rotary screw blower DBS vac SIGMA CONTROL 2 No.: 902372 04 USE...
3. Change the filter mat if clogged or if the change interval has expired. 4. Insert the filter mat in the frame and latch in the ventilation grill. Dispose of old filter mats in accordance with environmental protection guidelines. Operating manual Rotary screw blower No.: 902372 04 USE DBS vac SIGMA CONTROL 2...
The oil chambers on the control and drive side of the blower airend are not connected to each other. Risk of burns from hot components! ➤ Wear long-sleeved clothing and protective gloves. Fig. 27 Checking the lubricating oil level Operating manual Rotary screw blower DBS vac SIGMA CONTROL 2 No.: 902372 04 USE...
➤ Never top off with a different type of oil to that already used in the blower block. Fig. 28 Replenishing lubricating oil Gear-end oil inlet Drive-end oil inlet Sealing ring 1. Use the wrench to slowly open oil inlet and/or Operating manual Rotary screw blower No.: 902372 04 USE DBS vac SIGMA CONTROL 2...
Drain lubricating oil at a block temperature of at least 77 °F to ensure sufficiently low viscosi‐ Drain the oil thoroughly from the blower block: ■ Gear end ■ Drive end Operating manual Rotary screw blower DBS vac SIGMA CONTROL 2 No.: 902372 04 USE...
4. Top off lubricating oil until the level is in the center of each oil sight glass. 5. Screw on the caps at the gear and drive side. Operating manual Rotary screw blower No.: 902372 04 USE DBS vac SIGMA CONTROL 2...
Fig. 30 Changing the air filter Cover Inlet silencer Air filter 1. Open the snap fastener on the inlet silencer cover. 2. Take off the cover Operating manual Rotary screw blower DBS vac SIGMA CONTROL 2 No.: 902372 04 USE...
The required quantity of grease is stated on the motor maintenance plate. Precondition The motor is running. Operating manual Rotary screw blower No.: 902372 04 USE DBS vac SIGMA CONTROL 2...
The motor bearings are permanently lubricated. No re-greasing is necessary. ➤ The fan must be replaced in the course of regular maintenance by an authorized KAESER service representative. Operating manual Rotary screw blower DBS vac SIGMA CONTROL 2 No.: 902372 04 USE...
2. Unlock the EMERGENCY STOP push button by turning in the direction of the arrow. 3. Acknowledge the alarm message. Option C58 with external EMERGENCY STOP command device must be checked in the same way. Operating manual Rotary screw blower No.: 902372 04 USE DBS vac SIGMA CONTROL 2...
➤ Enter any maintenance and service work carried out in the table below. Date Maintenance task carried out Operating hours Signature Tab. 39 Logged maintenance tasks Operating manual Rotary screw blower DBS vac SIGMA CONTROL 2 No.: 902372 04 USE...
➤ Make sure that any inspection, service (preventive maintenance) or repair tasks not de‐ scribed in this manual are carried out by an authorized KAESER service representative. Operating manual Rotary screw blower No.: 902372 04 USE DBS vac SIGMA CONTROL 2...
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Spares, Operating Materials, Service 11.3 Spare parts for service and repair Operating manual Rotary screw blower DBS vac SIGMA CONTROL 2 No.: 902372 04 USE...
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Before and during all work, be sure to read and follow the safety and service instructions in the machine's service manual! see cooling oil recommendations Operating manual Rotary screw blower No.: 902372 04 USE DBS vac SIGMA CONTROL 2...
1. Contact KAESER SERVICE and request the contamination declaration form. 2. Attach a copy of the Declaration of Contamination to the outside of the packing. Operating manual Rotary screw blower DBS vac SIGMA CONTROL 2 No.: 902372 04 USE...
The machine is dry and cooled down. 1. Wrap the machine fully in plastic sheeting. 2. Protect the machine in a wooden crate against mechanical damages. Operating manual Rotary screw blower No.: 902372 04 USE DBS vac SIGMA CONTROL 2...
➤ Store the machine in a dry, frost-proof room. ➤ Seal off the inlet and discharge ports to prevent the ingress of dirt. ➤ Change the lubricating oil annually. Operating manual Rotary screw blower DBS vac SIGMA CONTROL 2 No.: 902372 04 USE...
3. Hand the machine over to an authorized disposal expert. ➤ Components contaminated with oil must be disposed of in accordance with local environ‐ mental protection regulations. Operating manual Rotary screw blower No.: 902372 04 USE DBS vac SIGMA CONTROL 2...
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