BUSCH R5 KB 0025 F Instruction Manual

Oil-lubricated rotary vane vacuum pumps

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R5
Oil-Lubricated Rotary Vane Vacuum Pumps
KB 0025 F
KC 0025 F
Instruction Manual
0870136887 | A0004_en-US | Original instructions
2025/03/26

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  • Page 1 Oil-Lubricated Rotary Vane Vacuum Pumps KB 0025 F KC 0025 F Instruction Manual 0870136887 | A0004_en-US | Original instructions 2025/03/26...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents​ Table of Contents Safety ..................................Product Description ............................. Operating Principle ............................. Intended Use ............................... Start Controls............................... Optional Accessories............................2.4.1 Gas Ballast Valve........................... 2.4.2 Inlet Filter .............................. Transport ................................Storage................................... Installation................................Installation Conditions ............................Connecting Lines / Pipes ............................ 5.2.1 Inlet Connection ...........................
  • Page 3: Safety

    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.
  • Page 4: Product Description

    2 | Product Description​ Product Description Description Inlet connection Discharge connection Directional arrow 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.
  • Page 5: Operating Principle

    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 [➔ 27].
  • Page 6: Optional Accessories

    2 | Product Description​ Optional Accessories 2.4.1 Gas Ballast Valve The gas ballast valve mixes the process gas with a limited quantity of ambient air to counteract the condensation of vapor inside the machine. The gas ballast valve has an influence on the ultimate pressure of the machine, see Technical Data [➔ 27].
  • Page 7: Transport

    Transport​ | 3 Transport WARNING Suspended load. Risk of severe injury! ● Do not walk, stand, or work under suspended loads. 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.
  • Page 8: Storage

    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 ...
  • Page 9: Installation

    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 ● Make sure that the environment of the machine is not potentially explosive. ●...
  • Page 10: Connecting Lines / Pipes

    5 | Installation​ 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. ●...
  • Page 11: Filling Oil

    Installation​ | 5 ● 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. ● 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.
  • Page 12: Electrical Connection

    ● 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.
  • Page 13: Wiring Diagram Single-Phase Motor

    ● 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.
  • Page 14: Wiring Diagram Three-Phase Motor

    6 | Electrical Connection​ Wiring Diagram Three-Phase Motor NOTICE Incorrect direction of rotation. Risk of damage to the machine! ● Operation in the wrong direction of rotation can destroy the machine in a short time! Prior to start-up, ensure that the machine is operated in the right direction. ●...
  • Page 15: Commissioning

    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: ●...
  • Page 16: Conveying Condensable Vapors

    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. Water vapor within the gas flow is tolerated within certain limits. The conveyance of other vapors shall be agreed upon with the manufacturer.
  • Page 17: Maintenance

    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! ●...
  • Page 18: Maintenance Schedule

    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.
  • Page 19: Oil Change

    Maintenance​ | 8 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. Description 1x o-ring, part no.: 0486 000 505 For oil type and oil capacity see Technical Data [➔ 27] and Oil chapters. Instruction Manual R5 KB KC 0025 F_EN_en 19 | 32...
  • Page 20: Exhaust Filter Change

    8 | Maintenance​ Description 1x o-ring, part no.: 0486 000 590 Exhaust Filter Change Description 10 mm wrench 20 | 32 Instruction Manual R5 KB KC 0025 F_EN_en...
  • Page 21 Maintenance​ | 8 Description Busch genuine spare parts 1x Exhaust 10 mm wrench filter (EF), part no.: 0532 140 154 Instruction Manual R5 KB KC 0025 F_EN_en 21 | 32...
  • Page 22: Overhaul

    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: ●...
  • Page 23: Decommissioning

    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. CAUTION Hot liquids.
  • Page 24: Spare Parts

    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...
  • Page 25: Troubleshooting

    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. CAUTION Hot liquids.
  • Page 26 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. 26 | 32 Instruction Manual R5 KB KC 0025 F_EN_en...
  • Page 27: Technical Data

    Weight approx. (standard configu- 20 ** ration) Lbs. 44 ** In case of higher or lower temperatures, please consult your Busch representative. The weight can vary depending on the order. Instruction Manual R5 KB KC 0025 F_EN_en 27 | 32...
  • Page 28: Oil

    0831 168 348 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).
  • Page 29: Eu Declaration Of Conformity

    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.
  • Page 30: Declaration Of Conformity

    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.
  • Page 31 ​ N otes Notes Instruction Manual R5 KB KC 0025 F_EN_en 31 | 32...
  • Page 32 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 two well-known brands: Busch Vacuum Solutions and Pfeiffer Vacuum+Fab Solutions. Together, they offer solutions to a wide range of industries.

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