Operating Manual
VacuMaster
Chapter 7
Maintenance
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7 Maintenance
7.1 General
The device must be installed and maintained by qualified personnel, mechanics
and electricians. Any work on the electrical equipment may be carried out only by
a qualified electrician.
The vacuum pump, gears and turning cylinder must not be opened during
the guarantee period as this will entail loss of guarantee cover!
Use cleaning agent to clean the device (do not use petrol (gasoline) or aggressive
or corrosive fluids to clean the device. The hoses will otherwise become leaky or
be destroyed).
After any repair or maintenance work, check the safety devices as described in
the section "Safety".
7.2 Maintenance
Interval
Daily
Weekly Monthly Every 6
months
Every 12
months
Inspect the safety devices:
- Vacuum gauge OK?
- Warning device actuated at correct pressure/vacuum value?
- On swivelling devices: gearwheel cover securely fitted?
X
X
On version with electric vacuum pump: Inspect and maintain
the slide and filter of the pump as described in the operating
instructions
See operating instructions for pump
Clean the vacuum filter
X
X
Electrical equipment OK? Cable glands tight?
X
Vacuum hoses in good condition (no cracks, not kinked, no
abrasion, free of leaks)?
X
X
All connections (hose clamps, etc.) tight?
X
Rating plate and load plate still mounted on the device?
X
Operating instructions available?
Operating personnel familiar with operating instructions?
X
Inspect load-carrying part (such as suspension) for
deformation, wear and other damage.
X
Clean and inspect suction pads. Must be free of cracks, lip
must be smooth, etc. Replace if necessary.
X
X
Is the inspection sticker up to date?
X
General condition of the device.
X
Leak test
X
X
7.3 Vacuum Pump
Only on versions with electric vacuum pump:
See the operating instructions for the vacuum pump (appendix).
The pump may not be opened during the warranty period.
Opening it will invalidate the warranty!
7.4 Suction Pads /
Seals
Remove any foreign bodies and contamination such as adhesives, glue, sawdust,
dust, etc. sticking to the seals at least once a week. Use glycerine to clean the
seals.
Immediately replace damaged seals (tears, holes, waves).
Do not use petrol (gasoline).
Suction plates must always be replaced completely. The bolts of the suction plate
can be loosened more easily by heating.
