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.
Conveying of other media leads to an increased thermal and/or mechanical load on the machine and is permissible only after a consultation with Busch. The machine is intended for the placement in a non-potentially explosive environment. Instruction Manual MINK MM 1104-1142 BV_EN_en...
2 | Product Description The machine is designed for indoor installation, in case of outdoor installation, ask your Busch rep- resentative in order to take specific precautions. The machine is capable of maintaining ultimate pressure, see Technical Data [➔ 28]. The machine is suitable for continuous operation.
Product Description | 2 Leakage rate The machine is not absolutely gas tight. The leakage rate of the machine described in this manual is of 0.1 hPa l/s (mbar l/s) at a suction pressure of 250 mbar. It can considerably in- crease up to prohibited pressure values at the gas inlet/outlet due to used shaft seal rings or clogged pressure relief lines.
3 | Transport 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. ●...
Storage | 4 Storage ● Seal all apertures with adhesive tape or reuse provided caps. If the machine is to be stored for more than 3 months: ● Wrap the machine in a corrosion inhibiting film. ● Store the machine indoors, dry, dust free and if possible in original packaging preferably at temperatures between 0 ...
5 | Installation 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 should 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 [➔ 28] and Oil [➔ 30]. 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 isolation default. ● 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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Electrical Connection | 6 Double star connection, multi-voltage motor Star connection, multi-voltage motor with 12 with 12 pins (low voltage): pins (high voltage): Delta connection, multi-voltage motor with 12 pins (middle voltage): Instruction Manual MINK MM 1104-1142 BV_EN_en 15 | 36...
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 6 years ● Have a major overhaul on the machine (contact Busch). Oil Level Inspection ● Shut down the machine. ● When the machine is stopped, wait 1 minute before checking the oil level.
Maintenance | 8 Cleaning from Dust and Dirt Description 4 mm hex key Clean the ventilation grid, fans, inlet screen and cooling fins Instruction Manual MINK MM 1104-1142 BV_EN_en 19 | 36...
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 [➔ 28] and Oil [➔ 30]. Description 4 mm hex key The oil level should stay constant over the lifetime of the oil.
Maintenance | 8 Pressure Relief Lines Maintenance (Gas Tight Version Only) WARNING Media potentially dangerous. Risk of poisoning! Risk of infection! ● Wear appropriate personal protective equipment in case of high concentration of the medium in the ambient atmosphere of the machine. ●...
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8 | Maintenance In case of clogged pressure relief lines (PRL): ● Remove the clogging or have the machine repaired (contact Busch). Description Unscrew plugs Connect pressurized air to the pressure relief lines Air pressure max. 0.2 bar (g) Tighten plugs...
● Decontaminate the machine as much as possible and state the contamination status in a ‘Dec- laration of Contamination’. Busch will only accept machines that come with a completely filled in and legally binding signed ‘Declaration of Contamination’ (form downloadable from www.buschvacuum.com).
10 | Decommissioning Decommissioning DANGER Live wires. Risk of electrical shock. ● Electrical installation work must only be executed by qualified personnel. CAUTION Hot surface. Risk of burns! ● Prior to any action requiring touching the machine, let the machine cool down first. ●...
Use of non-Busch genuine spare parts. Risk of premature failure! Loss of efficiency! ● The exclusive use of Busch genuine spare parts and consumables is recommended for the correct functioning of the machine and to validate the warranty. Spare part Description Part no.
12 | Troubleshooting Troubleshooting DANGER Live wires. Risk of electrical shock. ● Electrical installation work must only be executed by qualified personnel. CAUTION Hot surface. Risk of burns! ● Prior to any action requiring touching the machine, let the machine cool down first. Description Coupling Inlet screen...
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Tech- nical Data [➔ 28]. Oil level too low. ● Top up oil. For the solution of problems not mentioned in the troubleshooting chart contact your Busch repre- sentative. Instruction Manual MINK MM 1104-1142 BV_EN_en 27 | 36...
Oil capacity 0.85 Weight approx. ~180** ~185** ~445** ~450** * In case of higher or lower temperatures, please consult your Busch representative. ** The weight can vary depending on the order. 28 | 36 Instruction Manual MINK MM 1104-1142 BV_EN_en...
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Oil capacity 0.85 Weight approx. ~180** ~185/195** ~445** ~450** * 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 BV_EN_en 29 | 36...
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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