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MINK Claw Compressors MM 1104 BP, MM 1144 BP MM 1102 BP, MM 1142 BP Instruction Manual 0870139163 | B0003_en-US | Original instructions 8/5/2024...
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.
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 maximum allowed pressure on the discharge connection (OUT) must not exceed the value indi- cated on the nameplate (NP).
2 | Product Description Start Controls The machine comes without start controls. The control of the machine is to be provided in the course of installation. The machine can be equipped with a soft-starter. Standard Features 2.4.1 Safety Valve The safety valve (SV) protects the machine against overload only. It is not designed for frequent use and must therefore not be used as a system pressure regulating valve.
Transport | 3 Transport WARNING Suspended load. Risk of severe injury! ● Do not walk, stand, or work under suspended loads. WARNING Lifting the machine using the motor eye bolt. Risk of severe injury! ● Do not lift the machine using the eye bolt fitted to the motor. Only lift the machine as shown. ●...
4 | Storage Storage ● Seal hermetically all apertures with the caps provided with the machine, or with adhesive tape if the caps are no longer available. ● Store the machine indoors, in a dry place, away from dust and vibrations and if possible, in original packaging, preferably at temperatures between 0 ...
Installation | 5 Installation Installation Conditions WARNING Gas tight version: The machine is not absolutely gas tight, possible leakages of dangerous media. Risk of poisoning! Risk of infection! ● Make sure that the ambient atmosphere of the machine is sufficiently ventilated. Closed air cooling systems are not suitable and therefore prohibited.
● 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.
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 [➔ 27] and Oil [➔ 29]. Description 4 mm hex key The oil level should stay constant over the lifetime of the oil.
● 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.
● Provide a lockable disconnect switch on the power line so that the machine is completely secured during maintenance tasks. ● Provide an overload protection according to EN 60204-1 for the motor. ● Busch recommends installing a D-curve circuit breaker. ● Connect the protective earth conductor. ● Electrically connect the motor.
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6 | Electrical Connection Double star connection, multi-voltage motor with 9 pins (low voltage): Star connection, multi-voltage motor with 9 pins (high voltage): Double star connection, multi-voltage motor with 12 pins (low voltage): Star connection, multi-voltage motor with 12 pins (high voltage): Delta connection, multi-voltage motor with 12 pins (middle voltage): 14 | 32 Instruction Manual MINK MM 1104-1142 BP_EN_en...
Commissioning | 7 Commissioning NOTICE Lubricating a dry running machine (compression chamber). Risk of damage to the machine! ● Do not lubricate the compression chamber of the machine with oil or grease. CAUTION During operation the surface of the machine may reach temperatures of more than 70°C. Risk of burns! ●...
The Aqua version is a design option for conveying condensable vapors (water). Water vapor within the gas flow is tolerated within certain limits. The conveyance of other vapors shall be agreed upon with Busch. If condensable vapors are to be conveyed: Before process: ●...
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! ●...
5000 operating hours. Other oils may reduce the change interval. Every 40000 hours or after 6 years ● Have a major overhaul on the machine (contact Busch). Oil Level Inspection ● Stop the machine.
Maintenance | 8 Cleaning from Dust and Dirt Description Aqua version only Description 4 mm hex key Clean the ventilation grid, fans, inlet screen and cooling fins Instruction Manual MINK MM 1104-1142 BP_EN_en 19 | 32...
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 [➔ 27] and Oil [➔ 29]. Description 4 mm hex key The oil level should stay constant over the lifetime of the oil.
● Adjust the pressurized air to 0.2 bar(g) by means of a pressure regulator. In case of clogged pressure relief lines (PRL): ● Remove the clogging or have the machine repaired (contact Busch). Instruction Manual MINK MM 1104-1142 BP_EN_en 21 | 32...
● 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.
Decommissioning | 10 Decommissioning DANGER Live wires. Risk of electrical shock! ● Electrical installation work must only be executed by qualified personnel. CAUTION Hot surface. Risk of burns! ● Before doing anything that requires touching the machine, let it cool down first. ●...
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.
Troubleshooting | 12 Troubleshooting DANGER Live wires. Risk of electrical shock! ● Electrical installation work must only be executed by qualified personnel. CAUTION Hot surface. Risk of burns! ● Before doing anything that requires touching the machine, let it cool down first. Description Inlet screen Coupling...
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Tech- nical Data [➔ 27]. Oil level too low. ● Top up oil. For resolution of problems not listed in the troubleshooting table, please contact your Busch repre- sentative. 26 | 32 Instruction Manual MINK MM 1104-1142 BP_EN_en...
Lbs. 420 ... 430 ** 420 ... 465 ** * In case of higher or lower temperatures, please consult your Busch representative. ** The weight can vary depending on the order. Instruction Manual MINK MM 1104-1142 BP_EN_en 27 | 32...
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Lbs. 420 ... 530 ** 485 ... 530 ** * In case of higher or lower temperatures, please consult your Busch representative. ** The weight can vary depending on the order. 28 | 32 Instruction Manual MINK MM 1104-1142 BP_EN_en...
Oil | 14 VS 150 VSB 100 ISO-VG Part number 1 L packaging 0831 164 883 0831 168 351 Part number 5 L packaging 0831 164 884 0831 168 352 To find out which oil needs to be filled into the machine, please refer to the nameplate (NP). Oil suitability ●...
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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