Passing on this operating manual is not permitted unless expressly authorised. Operating instructions valid for: General designation Rotary vane-Vakuumpumpe, hereinafter described as "pump". Product type oil-lubricated Model U 5.45 and U 5.65 Manufacturer Gebr. Becker GmbH Hölker Feld 29-31 42279 Wuppertal CONTENT TO THE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS...
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U 5.45, U 5.65 TRANSPORT INSTALLATION AND COMMISSIONING GENERAL REQUIREMENTS PREPARATORY ACTIVITIES 6.2.1 FILL IN OIL 6.2.2 CONNECTING THE MEDIA LINE ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION 6.3.1 ELECTRICAL CONNECTION SWITCH ON PUMP NORMAL OPERATION SWITCH OFF PUMP RECOMMISSIONING TROUBLESHOOTING / TROUBLESHOOTING FAULT TABLES...
U 5.45, U 5.65 TO THE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS GENERAL These operating instructions are an essential part of the pump and contain the necessary information and important notes to operate the pump safely and properly. Observance of these instructions will help: •...
U 5.45, U 5.65 Use hearing protection Use hand protection Note: General information ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTATION In addition to these operating instructions, the following documents and notes must be observed: • Safety symbols according to chapter 1.3 on the pump as well as on hazardous material containers •...
U 5.45, U 5.65 BASIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS These operating instructions serve as a basis for the safe use and operation of the pump. The operating instructions, in particular the safety instructions and the rules and regulations applicable to the place of use, must be observed by all persons working on or with the pump.
• operation with back pressures on the outlet side above the permissible parameters according to the product data sheet (9.2) • a set-up in which the pump is subjected to dynamic loads. Please contact Becker Service if you have any such considerations.
U 5.45, U 5.65 WARNING Risk of injury to feet from crushing and falling objects Foot protection must be worn during all activities at the pump. WARNING Hearing damage due to high volume Hearing protection must be worn during activities that must be carried out while the pump is running.
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Safety risk due to spare parts not approved by the manufacturer Becker spare parts have been checked by us for their technical requirements and for their safety. Spare parts that have not been approved can pose a danger to people and the pump.
10 | U 5.45, U 5.65 NOTE Wear safety shoes Foot protection must be worn during all activities at the pump. NOTE Wear protective gloves The pump must cool down until it is safe to carry out activities with protective gloves.
11 | U 5.45, U 5.65 OPERATING CONDITIONS The CE conformity of the product only becomes legally valid when all product safety requirements of the "operating conditions" formulated in this chapter in the sense of Directive 2006/42/EC Annex I 1.7.4.2.i have been fully implemented by the operator.
12 | U 5.45, U 5.65 PUMP DESCRIPTION This chapter explains the assemblies and components of the pump and how they work. The following information is intended to help you understand how the pump works. This information can help to avoid dangers and errors due to incorrect operation.
13 | U 5.45, U 5.65 COMPONENT ILLUSTRATION U 5.45, U 5.65, U 5.65 XL K Position Component Function Motor Drive Terminal box Electrical connection for customers Screw plugs Oil drain plug Oil cooler Temperature reduction The oil reservoir includes oil tank, oil filler plug, oil sight glass, oil Oil reservoir drain plug and oil separator (air oil separator).
The removal or alteration of these facilities is prohibited. Damaged facilities must be repaired immediately. Below is an overview of the pump with the designations of the protective devices. U 5.45, U 5.65, U 5.65 XL K Position Component...
15 | U 5.45, U 5.65 TRANSPORT WARNING Risk of injury due to incorrect lifting conditions. NOTE wear suitable PPE. NOTE For a detailed description of the safety instructions, see chapter 2.9 The pump may only be attached to the lifting eye. The following must be observed: •...
16 | U 5.45, U 5.65 INSTALLATION AND COMMISSIONING GENERAL REQUIREMENTS The installation site of the pump should be dry and protected from splash water. We recommend installing the pump in such a way that maintenance work can be carried out easily. Depending on the type of variant or accessories fitted, additional free space may be required for this.
17 | U 5.45, U 5.65 6.2.2 CONNECTING THE MEDIA LINE WARNING When installing high temperature media lines, be sure to cover, insulate and label them appropriately to prevent injury and pump damage. WARNING Low residual amounts of oil in the exhaust air.
18 | U 5.45, U 5.65 The following points must be observed when installing the pump: • The pump may be operated with a maximum of 60 start/stop cycles per hour. • The supply line of the pump must meet the minimum requirements of the state of the art 6.3.1...
19 | U 5.45, U 5.65 RECOMMISSIONING After the storage and shutdown period, the pump must be checked to ensure that it is in working order. In case of non-operational capability, appropriate maintenance and servicing measures are to be carried out in order to restore operational capability.
20 | U 5.45, U 5.65 TROUBLESHOOTING / TROUBLESHOOTING DANGER Danger to life from electric shock - Personnel qualification DANGER Danger to life due to defective, dismantled and manipulated protective devices DANGER Danger to life due to unexpected start-up WARNING...
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21 | U 5.45, U 5.65 The pump does not reach the required vacuum Cause Review Troubleshooting Leakage in the supply line Visual inspection of the supply line Replacing the faulty supply line elements (e.g. piping, fitting, hose elements clamps)
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22 | U 5.45, U 5.65 The pump becomes unusually hot Cause Review Troubleshooting Motor/unit fan damaged or clogged Visual inspection for visual damage The pump must be shut down safely Check for unusual noises (e.g. or disconnected from the power grinding noises).
23 | U 5.45, U 5.65 MAINTENANCE, SERVICING AND DISMANTLING DANGER Danger to life due to electric shock DANGER Danger to life due to defective, dismantled and manipulated protective devices WARNING Danger from hot components and equipment CAUTION Contamination and damage to the environment by operating materials...
24 | U 5.45, U 5.65 MAINTENANCE INTERVALS The following overview shows the maintenance intervals: NOTE First oil change / oil filter change after 500 operating hours. Thereafter as indicated in the maintenance table. U 5.65 Component 800 h (min.
25 | U 5.45, U 5.65 U 5.45, U 5.65 XL K Component 2000 h (min. 20000 h (min. 40 h 40 - 200 h 6000 h 2x/1a) 1x/5a) Intake filter (1) (switch), check, clean Suction strainer clean Gas ballast valve...
If the filter's function is restricted (clogged, oily, greasy or damaged) even after the cleaning process, it must be replaced. It should be replaced after one year at the latest. External filters are available in many sizes and designs. For further information, please contact BECKER Service Only use original spare parts from Gebr.
27 | U 5.45, U 5.65 8.4.2 OIL CHANGE Close oil filler plug Dispose of used oil properly in accordance with national regulations for the disposal of hazardous goods. The oil seals the pump and improves the running characteristics. The use of the oil in the compressor chamber results in direct contact with the process gas.
28 | U 5.45, U 5.65 8.4.3 CHANGE AIR OIL SEPARATOR (LEE) The air oil separator cleans the process gas flowing through the pump. It mainly separates the oil that the process gas has absorbed in the compressor chamber as an oil mist. With increasing operating time, the LEE becomes saturated with oil.
29 | U 5.45, U 5.65 8.4.6 CHANGE GAS BALLAST VALVE FILTER The gas ballast valve filter must be changed according to the interval, otherwise the water vapour capacity of the pump is reduced and proper operation is no longer guaranteed.
30 | U 5.45, U 5.65 After completion of the decommissioning, the activities under the item: "Recommissioning" must be followed. CLEANING DANGER Danger to life due to unexpected start-up DANGER Danger to life due to defective, dismantled and manipulated protective devices...
31 | U 5.45, U 5.65 Dispose of operating materials in accordance with the applicable local regulations. 8.11 STORAGE The following requirements for the storage location must be observed during storage in order to store the unused pump in a proper condition over a longer period of time. If the following requirements are not observed, damage to the pump may occur.
63 °C Maximum installation height 800 m ü.NN. 800 m ü.NN. 800 m ü.NN. Maximum humidity of the 90 % 90 % 90 % intake air Table 9.2: Operating parameters OPERATING SUPPLIES U 5.45, U 5.65, U 5.65 XL K...
33 | U 5.45, U 5.65 Pump oils Resources Intended use Container size Order number Becker Lube M 100 Mineral oil General 96000900001 Becker Lube M 100 Mineral oil General 96000900201 Becker Lube S 100 Synthetic oil General 96001600101 Becker Lube S 100...
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