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Vahle RHG Operating Instructions Manual

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ORIGINAL OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
RHG CONDUCTOR CLEANING DEVICE FOR U10 AND FA-
BA100
SYSTEM MANUAL
INSTALLATION MANUAL
MAINTENANCE MANUAL
EN | V1.07 | DCL 233

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  • Page 1 ORIGINAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS RHG CONDUCTOR CLEANING DEVICE FOR U10 AND FA- BA100 SYSTEM MANUAL INSTALLATION MANUAL MAINTENANCE MANUAL EN | V1.07 | DCL 233...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS ..............Document history .
  • Page 3 TABLE OF CONTENTS ......... . . 8.2.7 Motor protection switch with housing .

  • Page 4: Document History

    DOCUMENT HISTORY DOCUMENT HISTORY Material number Version Edition Description/changes 1.01 01/2023 First edition 1.02 02/2023 Adaptation of intended use 1.03 04/2023 Adaptation of scope of delivery and connection diagrams 1.04 08/2023 Adaptation of system overview 1.05 12/2023 Adaptation of illustrations 1.06 08/2024 Adaptation of filter replacement/dust collection container, adap-...

  • Page 5: General

    GENERAL GENERAL About these instructions Symbols Safety instructions in this manual are identified by symbols. Each safety instruction begins with a signal word that indicates the severity of the hazard. The various types of warnings and safety instructions and their struc- ture are explained below.

  • Page 6: Copyright Protection

    GENERAL NOTICE! This indicates a reference to another place in this text or another document. This combination of a symbol and a signal word indicates a reference to another place in this text or in a different document. ► The places in the text or references to other documents are identified here. TIPS AND RECOMMENDATIONS! ►...

  • Page 7: Disclaimer

    We reserve the right to make technical changes to improve the usability and for further development. Customer service Paul Vahle GmbH & Co. KG Westicker Str. 52 Tel: +49 (0) 2307 704-0...

  • Page 8: Warranty

    The warranty immediately expires in particular f one or several of the following situations arise(s): • If the product is modified in whole or in part without permission of Vahle. • If the operator independently performs repairs during the warranty period or has repairs performed by third parties.

  • Page 9: Safety Instructions

    Failure to observe the safety instructions may result in risks to life and health! Intended use The RHG conductor cleaning device enables conductor rails with a phase spacing of 14 mm (U10) and 15 mm (FABA 100) to be automatically and preventively cleaned to remove loose dust deposits and carbon dust.

  • Page 10: Danger From Electrical Energy

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 3.3.1 Danger from electrical energy Perform the following safety work in accordance with VDE 0105-100 (this work must be carried out by a qual- ified electrician, see section "2 Safety"). Disconnect Required isolating distances must be established. Secure against re-switching During work, a prohibition sign must be attached reliably on switching handles or drives of switches, control units, pressure and sensing devices, safety parts, circuit breakers that have been used to unlock a system part or that can be used to connect electricity.

  • Page 11: Responsibilities Of The Operating Company

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Responsibilities of the operating company Definition of the operating company The owner is listed in the order confirmation and has the following owner obligations: Owner obligations The system is put to commercial use. The owner of the system is therefore subject to laws and regulations on workplace health and safety.

  • Page 12: Personnel Requirements

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Personnel requirements 3.5.1 Qualifications The tasks described in this manual present various requirements to the qualifications of the persons perform- ing them. WARNING! Hazard in case of insufficient qualification of personnel! Insufficiently qualified persons are unable to judge the risks when working on the sys- tem, which puts them and others at risk of severe or fatal injuries.

  • Page 13: Personal Protective Equipment

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Personal protective equipment Every person who is instructed to work on the system or in the vicinity of the system (support personnel) must wear personal protective clothing/equipment for the suitable type of their work. Personal protective equipment has the purpose of protecting personnel against hazards to their health and safety at work. The owner is re- sponsible for ensuring that protective equipment is worn.

  • Page 14: Safety Devices

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Safety devices WARNING! Danger from non-functional safety devices! Non-functional or disabled safety devices cause a risk of severe injuries or even death. ► Before beginning any work, verify that all safety devices are functional and in- stalled properly. ►...

  • Page 15: Signage

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Signage The following symbols and instruction signs are located in the work area. They relate to the immediate envi- ronment in which they are installed. DANGER! Danger of death due to electrical current! Contact with live parts can result in life-threatening injuries. ►...

  • Page 16: Technical Data

    TECHNICAL DATA TECHNICAL DATA Technical data Weight [kg] Dimensions (l x w x h) [mm] 710 x 310 x 760 Container capacity [dm³] Suction hose length [m] Suction hose diameter [mm] Filter surface [cm²] 2420 Protection class [IP] Operating temperature [°C] 5 -45 Storage temperature [°C] 0 - 40...
  • Page 17 TECHNICAL DATA...
  • Page 18 TECHNICAL DATA...
  • Page 19 TECHNICAL DATA Single-phase motor Designation 60 Hz Voltage [V Rated power [kW] 0.45 Current draw 115 V [A] 6.0 Vacuum / Ws [mm] 1,100 Air output / min [l] 1,400 Sound pressure level [dBA] 3-phase motor Designation 50 - 60 Hz Voltage [V 380 - 480 Rated power [kW]...

  • Page 20: Layout And Function

    LAYOUT AND FUNCTION LAYOUT AND FUNCTION System overview Motor connection Flow sensor Connection box Suction hose Exhaust diffuser Circuit breaker Motor Filter housing...

  • Page 21: Brief System Description

    LAYOUT AND FUNCTION Brief system description The RHG conductor cleaning device enables conductor rails with a phase spacing of 14 mm (U10) and 15 mm (FABA 100) to be automatically and preventively cleaned to remove loose dust deposits and carbon dust. The conductor cleaning device consists of a vacuum pump with filter housing and a suction hose (2.5 m).

  • Page 22: Assembly Overview

    LAYOUT AND FUNCTION Assembly overview Versions Designation Ident. -No. Single-phase motor, 115 V for di- RS-RHG-1/115 - UL 0145170/00 rect mains connection 3-phase motor, 400 V for direct RS-RHG-3/400 0145166/00 connection 3-phase motor, 400 V With 24 V RS-RHG-3/400/24 0145171/00...

  • Page 23: Commissioning

    COMMISSIONING COMMISSIONING Safety instructions for commissioning DANGER! Electrical voltage on the system Death or serious injury from electric shock. ► Before beginning any work, ensure that the system is free of voltage and remains so for the duration of the work. Observe the safety instructions! DANGER! Danger of death due to electrical current! Contact with live parts can result in life-threatening injuries.

  • Page 24: Motor Connection

    COMMISSIONING WARNING! Hazard in case of insufficient qualification of personnel! Insufficiently qualified persons are unable to judge the risks when working on the sys- tem, which puts them and others at risk if severe or fatal injuries. ► All work must be performed by qualified personnel only ►...

  • Page 25: Installation

    COMMISSIONING Installation Prerequisites:  The motor is prepared 6.2 Motor connection accordingly. Required tools: ⚒ Open-end wrench Installation steps: 1. Use the clamping brackets to mount the conductor cleaning device on a square tube (max. 80 mm). 2. Mount the suction unit on the current collector. 3.
  • Page 26 COMMISSIONING Flow sensor The flow sensor must be integrated by the customer! Fig. 6-2 3-phase motor connection plan...

  • Page 27: Malfunctions

    MALFUNCTIONS MALFUNCTIONS Safety information about malfunctions WARNING! Risk of injury in case of improper troubleshooting! Improper troubleshooting may cause serious injuries or property damage. ► Ensure sufficient installation space before beginning any work. ► Switch off power supply, verify that the system is free of voltage, and secure against switching back on.
  • Page 28 MALFUNCTIONS Malfunction Possible fault Possible solution Ejecting dust or liquids Suction hose damaged Check suction hose, replace if nec- essary Filter damaged Replace filter Filter not suitable for suction type Fit a suitable filter for the material to be sucked up...

  • Page 29: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE The main aim of this section is to maintain the system’s target condition and operational capability. By avoiding malfunctions and unplanned downtimes, regular maintenance can increase the utilization rate. Efficient plan- ning of maintenance work and material is a prerequisite. In order to carry out safe maintenance by appropri- ately trained personnel, the following instructions must be observed: DANGER! Danger of death due to electrical current!

  • Page 30: Safety Information About Repairs

    For maintenance and cleaning work where carbon brush dust may get into the ambi- ent air, respirator masks must be used: ► Wear respirator mask acc. to EN 149, min. protection level FFP3. For example, Vahle ID no. 10017880 ► Never blow out the mask with compressed air.

  • Page 31: Spare Parts

    ID no. RS-VP-3/200-480 DBF05 10037129 8.2.7 Motor protection switch with housing Designation Weight [g] ID no. Motor protection switch MS116 10035639 8.2.8 Connection box 24 V control Designation Weight [g] ID no. TERMINAL BOX RHG CPL. WITH 0,386 2822704/00 SWITCHING RELAY...

  • Page 32: Small Contactor For

    MAINTENANCE 8.2.9 Small contactor for 24 V Designation Weight [g] ID no. SMALL CONTACTOR TYP DILEEM- 0,05 2822904/00 10-G 24VDC Maintenance intervals Interval Service/monitoring Personnel • Every 6 months Replacing HEPA filters Qualified persons...

  • Page 33: Filter Bag Replacement

    MAINTENANCE Filter bag replacement Open the conductor cleaning device Step 1 Required tools: ⚒ Multimeter Work steps: 1. De-energize the conductor cleaning device. 2. Verify the absence of voltage with a multimeter. 3. Remove the suction hose at the port (1). 4.
  • Page 34 MAINTENANCE Step 3 Required tools: ⚒ 7 mm external hex socket Work steps: 1. Loosen the clamp (1) from the intake manifold (2) with a 7 mm external hex socket. 2. Push the clamp down toward the motor. Step 4 Work steps: 1.
  • Page 35 MAINTENANCE Step 5 Work steps: 1. Open the clamp (1) on the dust collection con- tainer. 2. Remove the clamp. Step 6 Work steps: 1. Remove the lid (1) of the suction container. 2. Place the lid on a suitable work surface.
  • Page 36 MAINTENANCE Replacing the dust collection container Step 1 Required tools: ⚒ Side cutter Work steps: 1. Open the cable tie with a side cutter. 2. Place the side cutter aside. Step 2 Work steps: 1. Remove the filter bag (1) and close it with a cable tie.
  • Page 37 MAINTENANCE Step 3 Required tools: ⚒ Cleaning cloths Work steps: 1. Clean the inside of the container with a cleaning cloth. 2. Check the container for damage. Step 4 Required tools: ⚒ Cable tie ⚒ Filter bag Work steps: 1. Place a new cable tie around the filter bag. 2.
  • Page 38 MAINTENANCE Step 5 Required tools: ⚒ Side cutter Work steps: 1. Tighten the cable tie. 2. Cut off the protruding part of the cable tie with a side cutter. 3. Check the filter bag for damage. 4. Ensure that it is properly seated in the container.
  • Page 39 MAINTENANCE Close the conductor cleaning device Step 1 Required tools: ⚒ 7 mm internal hex socket Work steps: 1. Install the lid (1) with the clamping bracket (2). 2. Readjust the clamping bracket if the clamping force is insufficient. 3. Secure the suction hose (3) to the port (4). 4.
  • Page 40 MAINTENANCE Step 3 Required tools: ⚒ 7 mm external hex socket ⚒ Multimeter Work steps: 1. Secure the clamp (1) to the port (7) to secure the suction hose (2) against unintentional detach- ment. 2. Connect the ground cable (4) to the wing nut (5) hand tight.

  • Page 41: Hepa Filter Replacement

    MAINTENANCE HEPA filter replacement Open the conductor cleaning device Step 1 Required tools: ⚒ Multimeter Work steps: 1. De-energize the conductor cleaning device. 2. Verify the absence of voltage with a multimeter. 3. Remove the suction hose at the port (1). 4.
  • Page 42 MAINTENANCE Step 3 Required tools: ⚒ 7 mm external hex socket Work steps: 1. Loosen the clamp (1) from the intake manifold (2) with a 7 mm external hex socket. 2. Push the clamp down toward the motor. Step 4 Work steps: 1.
  • Page 43 MAINTENANCE Step 5 Work steps: 1. Open the clamp (1) on the dust collection con- tainer. 2. Remove the clamp. Step 6 Work steps: 1. Remove the lid (1) of the suction container. 2. Place the lid on a suitable work surface.
  • Page 44 MAINTENANCE Filter replacement Step 1 Required tools: ⚒ 13 mm external hex socket Work steps: 1. Check whether the HEPA filter (1) needs to be re- placed (maintenance interval). 2. Loosen the hexagon screw (2) with a 13 mm socket. Step 2 Work steps: 1.
  • Page 45 MAINTENANCE Step 3 Required tools: ⚒ HEPA Filter ⚒ Cleaning cloth Work steps: 1. Clean all assemblies with a cleaning cloth. 2. Replace the HEPA filter (1). 3. Assemble the components. Step 4 Required tools: ⚒ Multimeter ⚒ 13 mm external hex socket Work steps: 1.
  • Page 46 MAINTENANCE Close the conductor cleaning device Step 1 Required tools: ⚒ 7 mm internal hex socket Work steps: 1. Install the lid (1) with the clamping bracket (2). 2. Readjust the clamping bracket if the clamping force is insufficient. 3. Secure the suction hose (3) to the port (4). 4.
  • Page 47 MAINTENANCE Step 3 Required tools: ⚒ 7 mm external hex socket ⚒ Multimeter Work steps: 1. Secure the clamp (1) to the port (7) to secure the suction hose (2) against unintentional detach- ment. 2. Connect the ground cable (4) to the wing nut (5) hand tight.

  • Page 48: Suction Power

    MAINTENANCE Suction power The suction power was determined under laboratory conditions (new appliance, new filters, 2.5 m suction hose without suction head). A vacuum of approx. 120 mbar was determined using a vacuum socket at the end of the suction hose. This is only a rough guide value. The value may vary depending on how the cleaning device, the suction hose and the suction head are mounted (e.g.: length of the suction hose shorter or longer).

  • Page 49: Transport And Storage

    TRANSPORT AND STORAGE TRANSPORT AND STORAGE Safety instructions for transport and storage NOTICE! Damage due to improper transport or storage. Improper transport or storage may cause significant property damage! ► Storage temperature: 0°C to +45°C ► Storage location: Indoors, dry, no exposure to chemicals. ►...

  • Page 50: Disassembly And Disposal

    ► Observe the safety instructions before beginning any removal work. CAUTION! All accessories must be checked for wear. Only defect-free parts may be reused. ► Use only genuine VAHLE spare parts. 10.3 Disposal General Current national regulations on site are decisive for disposing of/recycling components, machines and sys-...
  • Page 51 DISASSEMBLY AND DISPOSAL NOTICE! Dangers from incorrect disposal/operator's responsibility Risk of environmental damage/loss of valuable raw materials ► Incorrect disposal can lead to environmental damage. ► Electronic waste is hazardous waste! ► The most current, valid guidelines, laws and regulations of the respective econom- ic area or country in which components are disposed of/recycled apply.
  • Page 52 DISASSEMBLY AND DISPOSAL Fig. 10-1 Symbol • Symbol according to WEEE Directive 2012/19/EU or ElektroG (Germany) • The symbol is attached to the name plate where possible. Otherwise, the symbol can be found on the prod- uct packaging. • Meaning of the symbol: - Symbol for the separate collection of electrical and electronic equipment ->...

  • Page 53: Protective Measures

    Name of the person which is responsible for the documentation: Stefan Bürmann Adress of the nominated person: see manufacturers adress Kamen, 09.01.2023 Michael Heitmann Director Quality Management Paul Vahle GmbH & Co. KG · Postfach 1720 · D-59172 Kamen · Tel. 02307/704-0 · Fax 02307/704-444 · eMail: info@vahle.de...

  • Page 54: Index

    PROTECTIVE MEASURES INDEX block 8 Determine that the system is de-energized 8 Disconnect 8 Electrically qualified person 10 Grounding and short-circuiting 8 Maintenance 30 Operating company 9 Owner obligations 9 Qualifications 10 Requirements of personnel 10 Re-switching 8 safety aspects 7 Safety information 4 Storage temperature 47 Symbols 3...
  • Page 55 Paul Vahle GmbH & Co. KG Westicker Str. 52 59174 Kamen Germany +49 2307 7040 info@vahle.com vahle.com You can find your local contact at: vahle.com/contact T E C H N I C A L D O C U M E N T A T I O N...

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