Documents are only to be used and distributed completely and unchanged. It is strictly the users´ responsibility to checkcarefully the validity of this document with respect to his product. manual-no.: 999019 / 22/12/2009
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Contents
Safety information! .................................................................................................... 4
Technical data ............................................................................................................ 9
Use and operation ................................................................................................... 12
Troubleshooting ...................................................................................................... 14
Oil change ................................................................................................................ 16
Replacing diaphragms and valves ........................................................................ 17
Notes on return to the factory ................................................................................ 26
Health and safety clearance form .......................................................................... 27
Page 1: ...It is strictly the users responsibility to check carefully the validity of this document with respect to his product manual no 999019 22 12 2009 page 1 of 29 Roots pumping units RP 12C RP 15CVARIO RP...
Page 2: ...e instructions for use before the initial operation of your pump VACUUBRAND diaphragm pumps are the result of many years of experience in construction and practical operation of these pumps combined w...
Page 3: ...ck carefully the validity of this document with respect to his product manual no 999019 22 12 2009 page 3 of 29 Contents Safety information 4 Technical data 9 Use and operation 12 Troubleshooting 14 O...
Page 4: ...Comply with notes on correct vacuum and electrical connections Adopt suitable measures to avoid that liquids flow on or into the pump motor when assembling or disassembling vacuum connections at the...
Page 5: ...ces see sec tion Technical data Do not operate the pump with overpressure at the inlet Do not permit any uncontrolled pressurizing e g make sure that the exhaust pipe line cannot get blocked If you ha...
Page 6: ...quate precautions to protect people from the effects of dangerous sub stances chemicals thermal decomposition products of fluoroelastomers wear appropriate safety clothing and safety glasses Comply wi...
Page 7: ...e protective measures against misfunction and failure Operating the pump stand still of the pump or operating the air admittance valve must not lead to a critical dangerous situation under any circums...
Page 8: ...a defective or damaged pump Attention The pump might be contaminated with the process chemicals that have been pumped during operation Ensure that the pump is decontaminated before maintenance and ta...
Page 9: ...b m A n o i t a r e p o e g a r o t s e g n a r C 0 4 o t 0 1 0 4 o t 0 1 e v i t a l e r d e t t i m r e p x a M e r u t s i o m c i r e h p s o m t a n o i t a r e p o 5 8 o t 0 3 C E I n o i t c e...
Page 10: ...a e H d e c r o f n i e r e r b i f n o b r a c E F T E c s i d g n i p m a l c m g a r h p a i D d e c r o f n i e r e r b i f n o b r a c E F T E s e v l a V M K F F m g a r h p a i D E F T P t e l...
Page 11: ...n plug rating plate pumping unit sight glass for oil level with marks min max RP 12C 15C VARIO inlet small flange NW 25 motor rating plate roots pump condensate drain plug frequency converter oil drai...
Page 12: ...p is installed in altitudes of more than 1000 m above mean sea level check compatibility with applicable safety requirements e g IEC 60034 motor may overheat due to insufficient cooling Attention Befo...
Page 13: ...ter vapour solvents in the pump or to decontaminate the pump oil from volatile substances The manual gas ballast valve is open if the arrow on the gas ballast cap points upwards RP 12C and 15C VARIO o...
Page 14: ...l A e v o m e r d n a y f i t n e d I n a f e r u l i a f f o e s u a c w o l t a l i o n o i t a c i r b u L e r u t a r e p m e t e m i t t r o h s a r o f e t a l i t n e V t i n u e h t t r a t s...
Page 15: ...s t f a h S e h t t a h t e e r g e d a h c u s d e i r r a c e b t o n n a c s s e c o r p t u o r o r o t u b i r t s i d l a c o l t c a t n o C p m u p s t o o r e c a l p e r e t a g e r g g a d...
Page 16: ...Under normal operating conditions Check oil level every time before starting the pump Change oil on a yearly basis at the latest Dispose of the used oil which may be contaminated by chemicals accordin...
Page 17: ...edia or in case of deposits maintenance should be carried out frequently Regular maintenance will improve the lifetime of the pump and also protect both man and environment Ensurethatmaintenanceisdone...
Page 18: ...ssemble diaphragm pump MD4C from pumping unit Use open ended wrench w f 17 to remove union nuts Use open ended wrench w f 15 to turn elbow fitting 1 4 of a turn remove hose Do not remove the elbow fit...
Page 19: ...to remove depos its if necessary Do not inhale Replacing the diaphragm Use face wrench to remove diaphragm support disc Check for washers under clamping disc Do not mix the wash ers from the differen...
Page 20: ...port disc Make sure that the square head screw of the diaphragm clamping disc is correctly seated in the guide hole of the diaphragm support disc Note Position diaphragm with white PTFE side to diaphr...
Page 21: ...amber and make sure that the valves and the diaphragms are correctly seated diaphragms concentric with bore Assembling fittings Use open ended wrench w f 15 to reconnect hose to elbow fitting Tighten...
Page 22: ...a turn remove hose Do not remove the elbow fitting from the pump head Through reassembly a leak may result Use open ended wrench w f 17 to remove union nuts Check diaphragm for damage and replace if...
Page 23: ...ragm Position new diaphragm between diaphragm clamping disc with square head screw and diaphragm support disc Note Position diaphragm with white PTFE side to diaphragm clamping disc to pump chamber Ma...
Page 24: ...h housing and centred with respect to bore Reassemble in reverse order Install head cover with O ring if applicable valves and hous ing cover with housing cover insert Make sure that the valves are co...
Page 25: ...n ended wrench w f 15 to reconnect hose to elbow fitting Tighten union nuts first by hand and then tighten one full turn using open ended wrench w f 17 Changing the valve at the outlet manifold Note p...
Page 26: ...every product returned for repair We submit quotations only on request and always at the customer s expense If an order is given the costs incurred are offset from the costs for repair or from the pur...
Page 27: ...ure for the returned product that neither toxic corrosive biologically active explosive radio active nor contamination dangerous in any way has occurred the product is free of dangerous substances the...
Page 28: ...us d clarons que le dispositif d sign ci dessus est conforme aux prescriptions de base des directives EU applicables et indiqu s en ci que concerne conception dessin et mod le vendu par nous m mes Cet...
Page 29: ...obtained under test conditions for specific applications depend on a number of factors beyond our control It is therefore strictly the users responsibility to very carefully check the validity of app...