6. Activation
6.1 General
The minimal quantity lubrication system de-
scribed here runs automatically. However it
is recommended that you regularly visually
check the transport of lubricant in the lines
and the lubricant projection at the nozzles.
!
You must observe the machinery
manufacturer's information on
the lubricants to be used in the
machinery.
!
C A U T I O N !
Only use a clean lubricant. Soiled
lubricants can cause major defects in the
system.
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C A U T I O N !
Different lubricants must not be
mixed together. Doing so can cause
damage and require extensive cleaning
of the VTEC unit. To prevent any risk of
error, it is recommended to clearly iden-
tify the lubricant used on the reservoir.
!
C A U T I O N !
Depending on the nature of the
lubricant used, the user should wear
protective equipment such as glasses, a
mask and gloves. For further information
please consult the technical file and the
safety data sheet for the lubricant used.
6.2 Bleeding and
commissioning
Before starting the VTEC unit, check that all
outer connections (reservoir, air supply, lube
lines to the nozzles...) have been well
mounted and tightened.
6.2.1 Startup
• Bleed the VTEC unit before starting.
• Set the micropump metered volume ac-
cording to the needs.
Lubricant should not be sprayed
at a person nor on a hot/incan-
descent body.
!
To ensure the good function of the
micropumps with thumb wheel,
the minimal flow rate has to be above 7
mm
3
/stroke.
• Set the micropump working frequency ac-
cording to the needs.
When the VTEC unit is in operation, you can
adjust the carrier air pressure at any time
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