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Wöhler VP 400
Vacuum pump

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  • Page 1 Wöhler VP 400 Vacuum pump...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Contents General information ......3 Information on the operating instructions ..3 User group ............ 3 Notes in the operating instructions ....3 Intended use ..........4 Basic equipment ..........4 Waste disposal ..........4 Address ............4 Warnings ..........5 Specification ..........
  • Page 3: General Information

    We accept no liability for damage caused by fail- ure to observe these operating instructions. User group The Wöhler VP 400 vacuum pump may only be used for its intended purpose by qualified refriger- ant service technicians. These persons must be...
  • Page 4: Intended Use

    General information Intended use The Wöhler VP 400 vacuum pump is intended for use in refrigeration technology with common re- frigerants. The Wöhler VP 400 vacuum pump may only be used for evacuating refrigerant sys- tems after the refrigerant has been removed from the system.
  • Page 5: Warnings

    Area of application: Never use the Wöhler VP 400 vacuum pump in environments where there is a risk of explosion. The working environment should always be well ventilated: Do not use in the vicinity of sewage pipes.
  • Page 6: Specification

    Specification Specification Description Specification Power supply 230 V / 50 Hz Rated current Maximum current Performance 750 W Operating tempera- +5 to 40 °C ture Flow rate 8.5 CFM 241 l/min Final 15 micron / 2 Pa vacuum Max. oil quantity 600 ml Weight 11 kg...
  • Page 7: Device Parts And Function

    Device parts and function Device parts and function Wöhler VP 400 vacuum pump Part Function Part Function Handle Oil tank Power connection with Oil filler cap (with air out- on/off switch let function and oil vapor separator) Vacuum meter Gas ballast valve...
  • Page 8: First Steps

    First steps First steps Before swit- ATTENTION! ching on The vacuum pump must not be put into operation without vacuum pump oil, as this could damage the vacuum pump. Before commissioning, first fill the vacuum pump with the vacuum pump oil sup- plied.
  • Page 9: Switching On The Vacuum Pump

    First steps Switching on Now connect the power supply by setting the • on/off switch to the on position. the vacuum The vacuum pump starts to run. pump • One minute after the vacuum pump has • started running, check the oil level in the oil level indicator.
  • Page 10: Evacuation

    Evacuation Evacuation Preparation for evacuation WARNING! If you use the refrigerant manifold to access an active refrigeration circuit, you must evacuate the hoses before connecting them to a refrigeration system. Before evacuation with the vacuum pump, the re- frigerant must be removed from the system using a suction station.
  • Page 11 Evacuation After the vacuum pump has been running for • about a minute, check the oil level in the oil level indicator. The oil level should always be halfway between the max and min markings. Top up the oil if necessary. The oil filler cap can drain vapors and conden- •...
  • Page 12: Maintenance

    Maintenance Maintenance Cleaning the Clean the housing of the vacuum pump with a • damp cloth if it is dirty. vacuum pump Keeping Keep the screw connections clean and free of • grease. If necessary, clean them with a damp connections cloth.
  • Page 13: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause Measure The cap of the connection Tighten the cap on the connection thread is leaking. thread. The sealing ring in the cap of Replace the sealing ring. the connection thread is dam- aged. There is not enough vacuum Top up with oil.
  • Page 14: Warranty And Service

    Warranty and service Warranty and service Warranty Every Wöhler VP 400 vacuum pump is tested in all its functions and only leaves our factory after a thorough quality check. If used correctly, the warranty period for the Wöh- ler VP 400 vacuum pump is twelve months from the date of purchase.
  • Page 15: Accessories

    Accessories Accessories Vacuum pump oil for Wöhler VP 400 vacuum pump Order no. 10305...
  • Page 16: Declaration Of Conformity

    WÖHLER Technik GmbH Wöhler-Platz 1, D-33181 Bad Wünnenberg declares that the product: Product name: Wöhler VP 400 vacuum pump complies with the essential protection requirements laid down in Directives 2006/42/EC Machinery Directive, 2014/35/EU Low Voltage Directive, 2014/30/EU EMC Directive of the European Parliament and of the Council on the harmonization of the laws of the Member States.

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