FCM Series
Switching on the FCM
Switching on the FCM
The on / off switch of the unit has a motor protection switch. This permanently
monitors the nominal current during operation and switches the unit off in case of
overload.
After switching on the motor, monitor the suction action via the transparent suction
hose.
9
3
6
12
max. 5 min
If the unit is not feeding medium after a maximum of 5
minutes of operation, the pump must be pre-filled.
Switch the motor off and fill the unit using the suction hose.
It is not normally necessary to vent the filter housing because of the special element
locating spigot.
During operation, always monitor:
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the filtration unit so that possible leaks can be recognized immediately.
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the clogging indicator so that the filter element can be changed in a timely
manner.
When the visual clogging indicator is red, change the filter element immediately.
if the maximum operating pressure is exceeded, the differential pressure relief valve
in the pump will direct the medium back to the suction side. The opening of the
differential pressure relief valve will make a loud noise.
Selecting operating mode (optional)
If the unit is equipped with a switchover (type code:
FCM
xxx
F
x xxx /
FCM
xxx
G
x
xxx), the following operating modes can be selected.
Circulation pumping with filtration
Circulation pumping without filtration
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