Safety | 1 Safety Prior to handling the machine, this instruction manual should be read and understood. If anything needs to be clarified, please contact your manufacturer 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.
The machine is intended for 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 not capable of maintaining ultimate pressure.
OTTO IoT Box The machine can be equipped with the OTTO IoT Box. It allows the vacuum pump to be connected to the Busch Cloud and collect live measured data during its operation. For the activation and setup of this optional function, please contact your Busch representative.
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 NOTICE Use of the machine outside of the permitted installation conditions. Risk of premature failure! Loss of efficiency! ● Make sure that the installation conditions are fully respected. ● Make sure that the environment of the machine is not potentially explosive. ●...
. ● Busch recommends the use of the optional horizontal inlet filter and the water separator to col- lect the condensate and prevent it from flowing into the machine 5.2.1...
Installation | 5 5.2.2 Discharge Connection NOTICE Discharge gas flow obstructed. Risk of damage to the machine! ● Make sure that the discharged gas will flow without obstruction. Do not shut off or throttle the discharge line or use it as a pressurized air source. Connection size(s): –...
● 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): 14 | 32 Instruction Manual MINK MV 0312 B_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 can reach temperatures over 70°C. Risk of burns! ●...
Aqua version is able to convey up to 100% saturated water vapor. The conveyance of other vapors than water vapor shall be agreed upon with Busch. ● Make sure that any condensate from the suction side will not enter the non-operating machine.
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. Instruction Manual MINK MV 0312 B_EN_en 17 | 32...
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.
8 | Maintenance Oil Change NOTICE Use of inappropriate oil. Risk of premature failure! Loss of efficiency! ● Use only a type of oil previously approved and recommended by the manufacturer. For oil type and oil capacity see Technical Data [➔ 26] and Oil [➔ 27]. The oil level should stay constant over the lifetime of the oil.
Loss of efficiency! ● Any disassembly of the machine beyond that described in this manual must be carried out by technicians approved by Busch. If the machine has conveyed gas contaminated with foreign materials which are hazardous to health: ● Decontaminate the machine as much as possible and state the contamination status in a ‘Declaration of Contamination’.
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! ● Before doing anything that requires touching the machine, let it cool down first. CAUTION Hot liquids.
NOTICE Use of non-Busch genuine spare parts. Risk of premature failure! Loss of efficiency! ● Use only Busch genuine spare parts, consumables and supplies to ensure correct operation of the machine and to validate the warranty. Spare part Description Part number...
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! ● Before doing anything that requires touching the machine, let it cool down first. CAUTION Hot liquids.
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Tech- nical Data [➔ 26]. Oil level too low. ● Top up oil. For resolution of problems not listed in the troubleshooting table, contact your Busch representative. Instruction Manual MINK MV 0312 B_EN_en 25 | 32...
Weight approx. 300 ** Lbs. 660 ** In case of higher or lower temperatures, please consult your Busch representative. The weight can vary depending on the order. Operating time limit at ultimate pressure, see Intended Use. 26 | 32 Instruction Manual MINK MV 0312 B_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, 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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BUSCH GROUP The Busch Group is one of the world’s largest manufacturers of vacuum pumps, vacuum systems, blowers, compressors and gas abatement systems. Under its umbrella, the group houses three well-known brands: Busch Vacuum Solutions, Pfeiffer Vacuum and centrotherm clean solutions. Together, they offer solutions to a wide range of industries.
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