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.
2 | Product Description Product Description Description Suction connection Discharge connection Exhaust filter Motor terminal box Nameplate Oil drain plug Oil fill plug Oil separator Oil sight glass NOTE Technical term. In this instruction manual, we consider that the term ‘machine’ refers to the ‘vacuum pump’. NOTE Illustrations.
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 capable of maintaining ultimate pressure, see Technical Data [➔ 26].
2 | Product Description Optional Accessories 2.4.1 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 or polyester cartridge. 6 | 32 Instruction Manual R5 KB_KC 0020 D_EN_en...
Transport | 3 Transport NOTICE In case the machine is already filled with oil. Tilting a machine that is already filled with oil can cause large quantities of oil to ingress into the cylinder. Starting the machine with excessive quantities of oil in the cylinder will immedi- ately break the vanes and ruin the machine! ●...
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. ~20 cm ~20 cm ~20 cm ~20 cm ●...
5 | Installation ● Contact your manufacturer representative, the motor must be derated or the ambient tem- perature limited. Connecting Lines / Pipes ● Remove all protective covers before installation. ● Make sure that the connection lines cause no stress on the connections of the machine. There- fore, we recommend installing flexible lines at the inlet and discharge connections.
Installation | 5 Depending on the specific configuration ordered, other connection dimensions may apply. Unless the aspirated air is discharged to the environment right at the machine. ● Make sure that the discharge line either slopes away from the machine or provide a liquid separator or a siphon with a drain cock, so that no liquids can flow back into the machine.
● 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.
Commissioning | 7 Commissioning CAUTION During operation the surface of the machine can reach temperatures over 70°C. Risk of burns! ● Avoid contact with the machine during and directly after operation. CAUTION Noise of running machine. Risk of damage to hearing! If people are present in the vicinity of a machine that is not insulated from noise for extended peri- ods of time: ●...
7 | Commissioning Conveying Condensable Vapors CAUTION Venting the machine. The discharged gases and/or liquids may reach temperatures above 70°C! Risk of burns! ● Avoid direct contact with the flow of gases and/or liquids. CAUTION Noise of running machine. Risk of damage to hearing! If people are present in the vicinity of a machine that is not insulated from noise for extended peri- ods of time: ●...
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! ●...
Weekly ● Check the oil level, see Oil Level Inspection [➔ 18]. ● Check the machine for oil leaks - in case of leaks have the machine repaired (contact Busch). Monthly In case of an inlet filter being installed: ● Check the inlet filter cartridge, replace if necessary.
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Maintenance | 8 Description 1x o-ring, part no.: 0486 000 505 For oil type and oil capacity see Technical Data [➔ 26] and Oil [➔ 27] chapters. Description 1x o-ring, part no.: 0486 000 590 Instruction Manual R5 KB_KC 0020 D_EN_en 19 | 32...
Risk of premature failure! 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: ●...
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 kit 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! ● Before doing anything that requires touching the machine, let it cool down first. CAUTION Hot liquids.
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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 KB_KC 0020 D_EN_en 25 | 32...
Ambient pressure Atmospheric pressure Oil capacity 0.45 Weight approx. 19 ** In case of higher or lower temperatures, please consult your Busch representative. The weight can vary depending on the order. 26 | 32 Instruction Manual R5 KB_KC 0020 D_EN_en...
Synthetic In case of unfavorable ambient temperature, other oil viscosities may be used. Please consult your Busch representative for more details. 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, two well-known brands: Busch Vacuum Solutions and Pfeiffer Vacuum +Fab Solutions. Together, they offer solutions to a wide range of industries. A global network of highly competent local teams in 44 countries ensures that expert, tailor-made support is always available near you.
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