Safety Prior to handling the machine, this instruction manual should be read and understood. If anything needs to be clarified, please contact your Busch representative. Read this manual carefully before use and keep for future reference. This instruction manual remains valid as long as the customer does not change anything on the product.
In this instruction manual, we consider that the term ‘machine’ refers to the ‘vacuum pump’. NOTE Illustrations. In this instruction manual, the illustrations may differ from the appearance of the machine. 4 | 32 Instruction Manual R5 PB_PC 0008 C_EN_en...
Busch. The machine is intended for the placement in a non-potentially explosive environment. The machine is designed for indoor installations. For outdoor installations, consult your Busch repre- sentative for special precautions. The machine is capable of maintaining ultimate pressure, see Technical Data [➔ 26].
The gas ballast valve has an influence on the ultimate pressure of the machine, see Technical Data [➔ 26]. 2.5.2 Inlet Filter The inlet filter protects the machine against dust and other solids in the process gas. The inlet filter is available with a paper cartridge. 6 | 32 Instruction Manual R5 PB_PC 0008 C_EN_en...
● To find out the weight of the machine, refer to the chapter Technical Data [➔ 26] or the name- plate (NP). ● Check the machine for transport damage. If the machine is secured to a base plate: ● Remove the machine from the base plate. Instruction Manual R5 PB_PC 0008 C_EN_en 7 | 32...
● Wrap the machine in a corrosion inhibitor film. ● Store the machine indoors, in a dry place, away from dust and vibrations and if possible, in original packaging, preferably at temperatures between 0 ... 40 °C. 8 | 32 Instruction Manual R5 PB_PC 0008 C_EN_en...
● Make sure that all provided covers, guards, hoods, etc. are mounted. If the machine is installed at an altitude greater than 1000 meters above sea level: ● Contact your Busch representative, the motor must be derated or the ambient temperature limited.
● Busch recommends the installation of an isolation valve in order to prevent the machine from turning backwards. ● Busch recommends the installation of an isolation valve in order to prevent the oil from flow- ing back to the vacuum system.
Use of an inappropriate oil. Risk of premature failure! Loss of efficiency! ● Only use an oil type which has previously been approved and recommended by Busch. For oil type and oil capacity see Technical Data [➔ 26] and Oil [➔ 27]. Description Oil fill plug (OFP) with seal ring, part no.
● If the machine is equipped with a power connector, install a residual current protective device to protect persons in case of a defective insulation. ● Busch recommends installing a type B residual protective device suitable for the electrical in- stallation.
Ha = Main phase Hi = Auxiliary phase Tw = Thermal protector = Permanent capacitor bk = Black bn = Brown bu = Blue ye/gn = Yellow/green NOTE MATE-N-LOK-connections feature no strain relief. Instruction Manual R5 PB_PC 0008 C_EN_en 13 | 32...
● Jog the motor briefly. If the rotation of the motor must be changed: ● Switch any two of the motor phase wires. Delta connection (low voltage): Star connection (high voltage): 14 | 32 Instruction Manual R5 PB_PC 0008 C_EN_en...
● Warm up the machine for 30 minutes ● Open the isolation valve* and perform the process ● Close the isolation valve* ● Wait 30 minutes * Not included in the scope of delivery. Instruction Manual R5 PB_PC 0008 C_EN_en 15 | 32...
Risk of injuries! Risk of premature failure and loss of efficiency! ● Maintenance work must only be executed by qualified personnel. ● Respect the maintenance intervals or ask your Busch representative for service. NOTICE Using inappropriate cleaners. Risk of removing safety stickers and protective paint! ●...
Every 2000 hours or every 6 ● Change the oil and the exhaust filters (EF). months Every 5 years ● Have a major overhaul on the machine (contact Busch). Oil Level Inspection ● Stop the machine. ● Wait 1 minute.
Use of an inappropriate oil. Risk of premature failure! Loss of efficiency! ● Only use an oil type which has previously been approved and recommended by Busch. Description Oil drain plug (ODP) with seal ring, part no. 0415 000 071 For oil type and oil capacity see Technical Data [➔ 26] and Oil [➔ 27].
● Decontaminate the machine as much as possible and state the contamination status in a ‘Declaration of Contamination’. Busch will only accept machine accompanied by a signed, fully completed and legally binding "decla- ration of contamination", downloadable from the following link: buschvacuum.com/declaration-of-contamination.
● Make sure that no oil drips onto the floor. ● Remove the exhaust filters. ● Separate special waste from the machine. ● Dispose of special waste in compliance with applicable regulations. ● Dispose of the machine as scrap metal. Instruction Manual R5 PB_PC 0008 C_EN_en 21 | 32...
● Slowly rotate the fan wheel by hand several revolutions in the intended direction of rotation (see stuck on or cast arrow). ● Mount the cover around the fan wheel of the drive motor. If deposits could have gathered in the machine: ● Contact Busch. 22 | 32 Instruction Manual R5 PB_PC 0008 C_EN_en...
NOTICE Use of non-Busch original spare parts. Risk of premature failure! Loss of efficiency! ● Use only original Busch spare parts, consumables and supplies to ensure correct operation of the machine and to validate the warranty. Spare part Description Part no.
Internal parts are worn or ● Repair the machine (contact damaged. Busch). The machine runs very noisily. Stuck vanes. ● Repair the machine (contact Busch). Defective bearings. ● Repair the machine (contact Busch). 24 | 32 Instruction Manual R5 PB_PC 0008 C_EN_en...
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The machine sucked in liquids ● Flush the machine (contact or significant amounts of va- Busch). por. For resolution of problems not listed in the troubleshooting table, contact your Busch representa- tive. Instruction Manual R5 PB_PC 0008 C_EN_en 25 | 32...
Inlet gas temperature range °C 5 ... 40 * Ambient pressure Atmospheric pressure Oil capacity 0.25 Weight approx. * In case of higher or lower temperatures, please consult your Busch representative. 26 | 32 Instruction Manual R5 PB_PC 0008 C_EN_en...
EU Declaration of Conformity This Declaration of Conformity and the CE-markings affixed to the nameplate are valid for the machine within the Busch scope of delivery. This Decla- ration of Conformity is issued under the sole responsibility of the manufacturer.
UK Declaration of Conformity This Declaration of Conformity and the UKCA-markings affixed to the nameplate are valid for the machine within the Busch scope of delivery. This Dec- laration of Conformity is issued under the sole responsibility of the manufacturer.
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