Edition: 1.12.

2009 · BA 159-EN

Original Operating Instructions

V-VCB

V
V-VCB 20 | 25

V-Serie
V-Series
Drehschieber
Rotary Vane
Table of contents

Table of contents

1 Foreword . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
1.1 Principles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
1.2 Target group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
1.3 Supplier documentation and accompanying documents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
1.4 Abbreviations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
1.5 Directives, standards, laws . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
1.6 Symbols and meaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1.7 Technical terms and meaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1.8 Copyright . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

2 Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2.1 Warning instruction markings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2.2 General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2.3 Designated use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2.4 Unacceptable operating modes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2.5 Personal qualifications and training . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2.6 Safety-conscious work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2.7 Safety notes for the operator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2.8 Safety instructions for installing, commissioning and maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
2.9 Guarantee conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

3 Transport, storage and disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

3.1 Transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
3.1.1 Unpack and check the delivery condition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
3.1.2 Lifting and transporting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
3.2 Storage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
3.2.1 Ambient conditions for storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
3.3 Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

4 Set up and operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

4.1 Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
4.1.1 Data plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
4.2 Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
4.3 Areas of application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

5 Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
5.1 Preparing for installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
5.2 Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
5.3 Connecting pipes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
5.4 Filling with lubricating oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
5.5 Connecting the motor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

6 Commissioning and decommissioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

6.1 Commissioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
6.1.1 Checking the rotation direction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
6.2 Decommissioning/ storing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
6.3 Re-commissioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

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7 Maintenance and repair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

7.1 Ensuring operational safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
7.2 Maintenance work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
7.2.1 Air filtering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
7.2.2 Coupling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
7.2.3 Lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
7.2.4 Oil removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
7.3 Repair/ Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
7.4 Spare parts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

8 Malfunctions: Causes and elimination . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

9 Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

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Foreword

1 Foreword
1.1 Principles

These operating instructions:

• are a part of the following oil-flooded rotary vane
vacuum pumps, V-VCB 20 and V-VCB 25.
• describe how to use them safely and properly in
all life phases.
• must be available where the equipment is used.

1.2 Target group

The target group for these instructions is technically

trained specialists.

1.3 Supplier documentation and accompanying documents

Document Contents No.

Operating Instructions BA 159-EN
Supplier documentation Declaration of Conformity C 0041-EN
Declaration of harmlessness 7.7025.003.17
Spare parts’ list Spare parts document E 159
Data sheet Technical data and graphs D 159
Water vapour compatibility for oil-flooded
Info sheet I 200
vacuum pumps
Info sheet Storage guidelines for machines I 150
Manufacturer’s declaration EU Directive 2002/95/EG (RoHS) —

1.4 Abbreviations

Fig. Figure
V-VCB Vacuum pump
m3/h Pumping capacity
mbar (abs.) Final vacuum, operating vacuum

1.5 Directives, standards, laws

See Conformity Declaration

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1.6 Symbols and meaning

Symbol Explanation
Condition, pre-requisite
#### Instructions, action
a), b),... Instructions in several steps
Results
[-> 14] Cross reference with page number
Information, note

Safety symbol
Warns of potential risk of injury
Obey all the safety instructions with this symbol in order to avoid injury
and death.

1.7 Technical terms and meaning

Term Explanation
Machines Pump and motor combination ready to be connected
Motor Pump drive motor
Vacuum pump Machine to create a vacuum
Rotary vane Machine’s design or active principle
Vacuum pump volume flow related to the condition in the suction con-
Pumping capacity
nection
Final pressure (abs.) The maximum vacuum that a pump reaches when the suction opening is
closed. Given as absolute pressure.
Permanent vacuum The vacuum or the suction range at which the pump operates perma-
nently.
The permanent vacuum or intake pressure is ≥ than the final vacuum and
< than the atmospheric pressure.
The noise emitted at a specific loading given as a figure, sound pressure
Noise emission
level dB(A) as per EN ISO 3744..

1.8 Copyright

Passing on or copying this document, using and

providing information on its contents are prohibited
unless expressly permitted.

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Safety

2 Safety
The manufacturer is not responsible for damage if
you do not follow all of this documentation.

2.1 Warning instruction markings

Warning Danger level Consequences if not obeyed

DANGER immediately imminent danger Death, severe bodily injury

WARNING possible imminent danger Death, severe bodily injury

CAUTION possible hazardous situation Slight bodily injury

NOTICE possible hazardous situation Material damage

2.2 General

These operating instructions contain basic instruc-

tions for installation, commissioning, maintenance
and inspection work which must be obeyed to en-
sure the safe operation of the machine and prevent
physical and material damage.
The safety instructions in all sections must be taken
into consideration.
The operating instructions must be read by the
responsible technical personnel/ operator before
installing and commissioning and must be fully un-
derstood. The contents of the operating instructions
must always be available on site for the technical
personnel / operator. Instructions fixed directly onto
the machine must be obeyed and must always re-
main legible. This applies for example to:
• Symbols for connections
• Data and motor data plate
• Instruction and warning plates
The operator is responsible for observing local regu-
lations.

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2.3 Designated use

The machine must only be operated in such areas

as are described in the operating instructions:
• only operate the machine in a technically perfect
condition
• do not operate the machine when it is only par-
tially assembled
• the machine must only be operated at an ambi-
ent temperature and a suction temperature of
between 12 and 40°C
Please contact us for temperatures outside this
range.
• the machine may convey, compress or extract
the following media:
• Air
The air extracted may contain water vapour
but no water or other liquids. For water va-
pour compatibility see Info I 200
• all non-explosive, non-inflammable, non-ag-
gressive and non-poisonous dry gases and
gas air mixtures

2.4 Unacceptable operating modes

• extracting, conveying and compressing explo-

sive, inflammable, aggressive or poisonous me-
dia, e.g. dust as per ATEX zone 20-22, solvents
as well as gaseous oxygen and other oxidants
• extracting, conveying and compressing ex-
plosive, inflammable, aggressive, oxidative or
poisonous media, e.g. dust as per ATEX zone
20-22, solvents
• using the machine in non-commercial plants if
the necessary precautions and protective meas-
ures have not been taken in the plant
• installing in environments that are at risk of ex-
plosions
• using the machine in areas with ionising radia-
tion
• back pressures on the outlet side of more than
+0,1bars
• modifications to the machine and accessories

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2.5 Personal qualifications and training

• Ensure that people entrusted with working on

the machine have read and understood these
operating instructions before starting work,
particularly the safety instructions for installation,
commissioning, maintenance and inspection
work.
• Manage the responsibilities, competence and
monitoring of staff
• all work must only be carried out be technical
specialists:
• Installation, commissioning, maintenance
and inspection work
• Working with electricity
• personnel being trained to work on the ma-
chine must be supervised by technical special-
ists only

2.6 Safety-conscious work

The following safety regulations apply in addition

to the safety instructions and intended use listed in
these instructions:
• Accident prevention regulations, safety and op-
erating regulations
• the standards and laws in force

2.7 Safety notes for the operator

• hot parts of the machine must not be accessible

during operation or must be fitted with a guard
• People must not be endangered by the free
extraction or discharge of pumped media
• Risks arising from electrical energy must be
eliminated.

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2.8 Safety instructions for installing, commissioning and maintenance

• The operator will ensure that any installation,

commissioning and maintenance work is car-
ried out by authorised, qualified specialists who
have gained sufficient information by an in-depth
study of the operating instructions.
• Only work on the machine when it is idle and
cannot be switched on again
• Ensure that you follow the procedure for decom-
missioning the machine described in the operat-
ing instructions.
• Fit or start up safety and protective devices
again immediately after finishing work.
• Conversion work or modifications to the ma-
chine are only permissible with the manufactur-
er’s consent.
• Only use original parts or parts approved by the
manufacturer. The use of other parts may invali-
date liability for any consequences arising.
• Keep unauthorised people away from the ma-
chine

2.9 Guarantee conditions

The manufacturer’s guarantee or warranty will no

longer apply in the following cases:
• Improper use
• Not complying with these instructions
• Operation by insufficiently qualified staff
• Using spare parts that have not been approved
by Gardner Denver Schopfheim GmbH
• Unauthorised modifications to the machine or
the accessories supplied by Gardner Denver
Schopfheim GmbH

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Transport, storage and disposal

3 Transport, storage and disposal

3.1 Transportation

3.1.1 Unpack and check the delivery condition

a) Unpack the machine on receipt and check for

transport damage.
b) Notify the manufacturer of transport damage im-
mediately
c) Dispose of the packaging in accordance with the
local regulations in force.
3.1.2 Lifting and transporting

WARNING

Death or limbs crushed as a result of the items

being transported falling or tipping over.

When transporting with the lifting device remem-

ber:
a) Select the lifting device suitable for the total
weight to be transported.
b) Ensure that the machine cannot tip and fall.
c) Do not stop under a suspended load.
d) Put the goods to be conveyed on a horizontal
base.
Lifting device/ Transporting with a crane

WARNING

Bodily injury resulting from improper operation

a) Loads crosswise to the ring level are not per-
mitted.
b) Avoid impact stress.
1 2

a) Tighten the fixing screw (Fig. 1/2) tightly to the

transport shackle (Fig. 1/1) .
b) The machine must be suspended on the trans-
port shackle using the lifting device for lifting
and transporting.

Fig. 1/1 Lifting and transporting

1 Transport shackle
2 Fixing screw

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3.2 Storage

NOTICE

Material damage caused by improper storage.

Ensure that the storage area meets the following

conditions:
a) dust free
b) vibration free

3.2.1 Ambient conditions for storage

Ambient conditions Value

Relative humidity 0% to 80%
Storage temperature -10°C to +60°C

For long-term storage (more than 3 months), it is

useful to use a preservation oil rather than operating
oil.
See Info “Machine storage guidelines” I 150

3.3 Disposal

WARNING

Danger from inflammable, corrosive or poison-

ous substances.
Machines that come into contact with hazard-
ous substances must be decontaminated before
disposal.

When disposing ensure the following:

a) Collect oils and grease separately and dispose
of in accordance with the local regulations in
force.
b) Do not mix solvents, limescale removers and
paint residues
c) Remove components and dispose of them in
accordance with the local regulations in force.
d) Dispose of the machine in accordance with the
national and local regulations in force.
e) Parts subject to wear and tear (marked as such
in the spare parts list) are special waste and
must be disposed of in accordance with the
national and local waste laws.

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4 Set up and operation

4.1 Setup

P P1 H M N O Q D

K I Q Q

Q
F
E
E

E F
F

Fig. 2 Vacuum pump V-VCB

A Vacuum connection N Data plate
B Exhaust air outlet O Rotation direction plate
D Suction flange P Drive motor
E Cooling air inlet P1 Motor data plate
F Cooling air outlet Q hot surfaces > 70°C
H Oil filling point U Gas ballast valve (version (07)))
I Oil sight glass
K Oil discharge point
M Oil recommendation plate

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4.1.1 Data plate

1 Type/ Size (mechanical version)

1 2 3 4 5
2 Year of construction
Bauj./Nr. 09 3~ Mot. 3 Motor design
2847746
4 Serial number
Typ VC 75 (20) 1026502067
0,5 mbar (abs.) 5 Item no.
70 / 84 m³/h
6 Final pressure (abs.)
7 Pumping capacity 50 Hz/60 Hz
EN 60034
8 Speed 50 Hz/60 Hz
S1 1,85 / 2,20 kW 1430 / 1720 min-1
9 Motor output 50 Hz/60 Hz
10 9 8 7 6 10 Operating mode

Fig. 3 Data plate (example)

4.2 Description

The V-VCB has a fine micro filter on the suction side and on the outlet side an oil and oil mist separator to
return the oil to the oil circulation system. A fan between the pump housing and the motor provides intensive
air cooling. The fan is located in a fan cover that guards against it being touched.
An integral non-return valve prevents the evacuated system from being ventilated after the pump has stopped.
If the machine has been idle for more than two minutes the connected pipe should be ventilated to atmospheric
pressure.
A gas ballast valve ((U)➝ version (07)) prevents water vapour condensation from getting into the inside of the
pump when it is sucking in small amounts of steam and the pump is at operating temperature.The pump is
driven by a standard flanged single-phase or three-phase motor using a coupling.

4.3 Areas of application

These oil-flooded rotary vane vacuum pumps V-VCB 20 and V-VCB 25 are suitable h for producing vacu-
ums. The suction power with unrestricted suction is 20 and 22.5 m3/h at 50 Hz. Data sheet D 159.
These types are suitable for the evacuation of closed systems or for a continuous vacuum within the follow-
ing intake pressure ranges:
50 Hz ➝ 2 - 200 mbars (abs.) • 60 Hz➝ 2 - 150 mbars (abs.)
If the machine is operated continuously outside these ranges there is the risk of oil leaking through the outlet
opening. When evacuating closed systems the volume to be evacuated must be no more than 2% of the
nominal pumping capacity of the vacuum pump.
If the unit is switched on more frequently (at regular intervals of about 10 times an hour) or at
higher ambient temperatures and intake temperatures, the excess temperature limit of the motor
winding and the bearings may be exceeded.Please contact the manufacturer should the unit be
used under such conditions.
If it is installed in the open air the unit must be protected from environmental influences, (e.g. by a
protective roof).

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5 Installation
5.1 Preparing for installation

Check the following points:

• Machine freely accessible from all sides
• Do not close ventilation grids and holes
• Sufficient room for installing and removing pipes
and for maintenance work, particularly for install-
ing and dismantling the machine
• No external vibration effects
• Do not suck any hot exhaust air from other ma-
chines into the cooling system.

The oil filling pointFig. 2/H), oil sight glassFig. 2/I) and oil outletFig. 2/K) must be easily accessible.
The cooling air inlets (Fig. 2/E) and the cooling air outlets (Fig. 2/F) must be at least 15 cm away
from adjacent walls. Discharged cooling air must not be sucked in again.For maintenance work
there must be a space of at least 30 cm around the machine.

5.2 Installation

NOTICE

The machine may only be operated when it is

set up horizontally.

Material damage resulting from the machine

tipping over and falling.
When installed at more than 1000 m above sea
level a reduction in power is noticeable. In this
case we would ask you to contact us.

Ensure that the foundation complies with the follow-

ing conditions:
• Level and straight
• The bearing surface must be at least the same
size as the machine
• The bearing surface must be able to bear the
weight of the machine

It is possible to install the machine on a firm base without anchoring. When installing on a substruc-
ture we recommend fixing with flexible buffers

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5.3 Connecting pipes

NOTICE

Material damage resulting from the forces and

torques of the pipes on the unit being too high.
Only screw pipes in by hand.

The pumping capacity of the vacuum pump

is reduced if the suction pipe is too narrow
and/or too long.

The air vent (Fig. 1/B) must not be closed or

restricted.

Counter pressures on the outlet side are only

permissible up to + 0.1 bars.

Prevent liquids accumulating in the exhaust

line.

a) Vacuum connection (Fig. 2/A).

b) The extracted air can blow freely through the
exhaust air opening (Fig. 2/B).

5.4 Filling with lubricating oil

a) Fill the lubricating oil (for suitable types see the

“Maintenance” section) via the oil filling point
(Fig. 2/H) up to the upper edge of the sight glass
(Fig. 2/I).
b) Close the oil filling point.

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5.5 Connecting the motor

DANGER

Danger of death if the electrical installation has

not been done professionally.
The electrical installation must only be done by a
qualified electrician observing EN 60204. The ope-
rating company has to provide the main switch.

a) The motor‘s electrical data is given on the data

plate (Fig. 2/N) or on the motor data plate (Fig. 2/
P1). The motors comply with DIN EN 60034
and are in protection class IP 55 and insulation
class F. The appropriate connection diagram is
located in the motor‘s terminal box (not for the
plug connection version). The motor data must
be compared with the data of the existing mains
network (current type, voltage, network frequen-
cy, permitted current value).
b. Connect the motor via the motor protection
switch (for safety reasons, a motor protection
switch is required and the connecting cable
must be installed via a cable fitting to provide
strain relief). We recommend using motor pro-
tection switches with delayed switch off, de-
pending on possible excess current. Temporary
excess current can occur when the machine is
started cold..

NOTICE

Power supply
The conditions at the installation location must
match the information on the motor data plate.
Without derating the following is permissible:
• ± 5% Voltage deviation
• ± 2% Frequency deviation

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6 Commissioning and decommissioning

6.1 Commissioning

WARNING

Improper use
May lead to severe or fatal injuries. Therefore be
sure to obey the safety instructions.

CAUTION

Hot surfaces
When the machine is at operating temperature
the surface temperatures on the components (Fig.
1/Q) may go above 70°C.
You must avoid touching the hot surfaces (mar-
ked with warning plates).

CAUTION

Noise emission
The highest noise pressure levels measured as
per EN ISO 3744 are given in Section 9.
When spending a long time in the vicinity of the
running machine use ear protectors to avoid per-
manent damage to your hearing

CAUTION

Oil aerosols in the extracted air

In spite of the air oil removing system separating the
oil mist to a large extent, the extracted air contains
a small residue of oil aerosols. Breathing in these
aerosols all the time could damage your health.
Therefore you must ensure that the installation room
is well ventilated

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6.1.1 Checking the rotation direction

The drive shaft direction of rotation is shown by

the rotation direction arrow (Fig. 2/O) on the mo-
tor flange.
a) Start the motor briefly (max. two seconds) to
check the direction of rotation. When looking at
the motor fan, it must rotate anti-clockwise.

NOTICE

Incorrect direction of rotation

Operating in the wrong direction of rotation leads
to damage to the machine.
Use a phase sequence indicator to check the direc-
tion of rotation (clockwise rotating field).

b) After correcting the direction of rotation if nec-

essary, start the motor again and stop it again
after 2 minutes in order to top missing oil up to
the upper edge of the sight glass (Fig. 2/I). This
topping up at the filling point (Fig. 2/H) must be
repeated until all the oil pipes have been filled
completely. The filling point must not be open
when the pump is running.
6.2 Decommissioning/ storing

Stop the machine

a) Switch the machine off.
b) If available close the cut off device in the suction
and pressure pipe.
c) Disconnect the machine from the electricity
source.
d) Depressurise the machine: Open the pipes
slowly
. The pressure reduces slowly.
e) Remove the pipes and hoses.
f) Seal the connections for suction and discharge
nozzles with adhesive foil.
see also Section 3.2.1, Page 11
6.3 Re-commissioning

a) Check the condition of the machine (cleanliness,

cabling etc.).
b) Drain the preserving agents.
For installation see Section 5 Page 14
For commissioning see Section 6.1 Page 17

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7 Maintenance and repair

DANGER

Danger of death from touching live parts.

Before maintenance work disconnect the machine
by pressing the main switch or unplugging it and
ensure that it cannot be turned on again.

WARNING

Hot surfaces and equipment

During maintenance work there is the danger of
getting burnt on hot components (Fig. 2/Q) and
by the machine lubricating oil.
Wait for the machine to cool down.

7.1 Ensuring operational safety

Regular maintenance work must be carried out in order to ensure operational safety.
Maintenance intervals also depend on the operational demands on the machine.
With any work observe the safety instructions described in Section 2.8 “Safety notes for installation, com-
missioning and maintenance”.
The whole unit should always be kept in a clean condition.

7.2 Maintenance work

Interval Maintenance to be carried out Section

monthly Check the pipes and screws for leaks and to ensure they are —
seated properly and if necessary seal again or tighten up.
monthly Check the terminal box and cable inlet holes for leaks and if —
necessary re-seal.
monthly Clean the ventilation slots on the machine and the motor —
cooling ribs.
depending on how dirty the Clean intake air filter 7.2.1
discharged medium is
at least once a year Check for coupling wear 7.2.2
daily Check the oil level 7.2.3
500 - 2000 h Change the oil
2000 hrs Change the oil separator element 7.2.4

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7.2.1 Air filtering

f1 D

h s2 s1

Fig. 4 Air filtering

NOTICE
D Suction flange
Insufficient maintenance on the air filter
h Non-return valve The power of the machine lessens and damage may
f1 Micro filter occur to the machine.

s1 Screws
s2 Screws
The micro filter (Fig. 4/f1) must be cleaned by rinsing
out or purging or replaced more or less often de-
pending on how dirty the discharged medium is.
Also check the non-return valve (Fig. 4/h) for con-
tamination.
Remove the filter housing (Fig. 4/D) after undoing
the screws (Fig. 4/s1). Remove the non-return valve
(Fig. 4/h) from the suction flange after undoing the
screws (Fig. 4/s2).
Re-assemble in reverse order.

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7.2.2 Coupling
The coupling rubbers (Fig. 5/k) are subject to wear
and und must be checked regularly (at least once a
m
year).. You can tell when the coupling rubbers are
worn by a knocking noise when the pump starts up.
q
s4 CAUTION

s5 Defective coupling rubbers

Defective coupling rubbers may lead to the rotor
v1 l1 shaft breaking
l
q1
k To check the coupling switch the mo-
r
v tor (Fig. 5/m) off and ensure that it cannot be
switched on again.. Undo screws (Fig. 5/s4)
u w . Remove the machine axially with the coupling half
on the pump side (Fig. 5/q1). If the coupling rub-
Fig. 5 Coupling bers (Fig. 5/k) are damaged remove the retaining
rings (Fig. 5/l) from the coupling bolts (Fig. 5/r) and
k Coupling rubber replace the coupling rubbers (Fig. 5/k).
l Retaining ring Check and if necessary replace the coupling bolts
(Fig. 5/r): Remove the retaining ring (Fig. 5/l1). Re-
l1 Retaining ring move the coupling half on the pump side (Fig. 5/q1)
m Motor and the fan (Fig. 5/v) from the pump shaft. Undo
the nuts (Fig. 5/w) and the washers (Fig. 5/u) and
q Coupling half on the motor side replace the coupling bolts.
q1 Coupling half on the pump side
NOTICE
r Coupling bolt
s4 Screw Frequent starting up and high ambient tempe-
rature
s5 Screw The service life of the sprocket (Fig. 6/k) is reduced
u Washer as a result of this.

v Fan
Re-assemble in reverse order.
v1 Fan cover
w Nut

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7.2.3 Lubrication

H M NOTICE

Always change the oil when the machine is at

operating temperature and in an atmospherically
ventilated area.
If it is not completely emptied the amount that can
be refilled is reduced.

The waste oil must be disposed of in compliance with

the local environmental protection regulations.
If you are going to use another oil type, empty the
oil removing device housing and oil cooler com-
pletely.

The oil level must be checked at least once a day,

if necessary top the oil up to the upper edge of the
sight glass (Fig. 6/I) First oil change after 500 hours
K I of operation. Subsequent oil changes after 500-
2000 hours of operation. Reduce the change inter-
Fig. 6 Lubrication vals accordingly depending on how contaminated
H Oil filling point the discharged medium is.
Only lubricating oils complying with DIN51506 group
I Oil sight glass VC/VCL or a synthetic oil approved by Elmo Riet-
K Oil discharge point schle must be used. The viscosity of the oil must
comply with ISO-VG46 as per DIN51519.Elmo Ri-
M Oil recommendation plate etschle oil types: MULTI-LUBE 46 (mineral oil) and
SUPER-LUBE46 (synthetic oil) see also oil recom-
mendation plate (Fig. 6/M)).
If the oil is subject to high temperatures (ambient or
intake temperatures over 30°C, insufficient cooling,
60 Hz operation etc.) the oil change interval may be
extended by using the recommended synthetic oil.

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7.2.4 Oil removal

t1

L T

L1 s3

Fig. 7 Oil removal

WARNING
L Oil separator element
Heavily contaminated air oil removing devices lead
L1 O ring to increased pump temperatures and in extreme
T Purging cover cases may cause the lubricating oil to ignite spon-
taneously.
s3 Screws

The oil separator element may be contaminated with

particles of dirt when it has been running for a long
time (power consumption and pump temperature
increase). Replace the device (Fig. 7/L) every 2000
operating hours because it is not possible to clean
it.
Reduce the change intervals accordingly depending
on how contaminated the discharged medium is.
Changing: Remove the purging cover (Fig. 7/T) and
the gasket after undoing the screws (Fig. 7/s3). Un-
screw the oil separator element (Fig. 7/L) with a hex-
agonal wrench (size 10) and replace.

NOTICE

Ensure that the O ring is correctly seated on the new

oil separator element.

Re-assemble in reverse order. Before fitting lightly oil

the O ring Fig. 7/L1) on the new oil removing device
and tighten it to 15 Nm.

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7.3 Repair/ Service

a) For on site repair work the motor must be
disconnected from the mains by a qualified
electrician so that it cannot be started up again
accidentally. For repairs use the manufacturer,
its branch offices or authorised dealers. Please
contact the manufacturer for the address of the
service centre responsible for you (see Manufac-
turer’s address).

NOTICE

For each machine that is sent to an Elmo Riet-

schle Service centre for inspection, maintenance
or repair, a fully completed, signed declaration of
harmlessness must be enclosed.
The declaration of harmlessness is part of the
supplier‘s documentation

b) After a repair or re-commissioning, the actions

listed under “Installation” and “Commissioning”
must be carried out as for initial commissioning..

Fig. 8 Clearance certificate 7.7025.003.17

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7.4 Spare parts

Order spare parts in accordance with the:

• Spare parts list:

E 159 ➝ V-VCB
• Download the PDF file:
http://www.gd-elmorietschle.com
➝ Downloads
➝ Product Documents
➝ V-Series ➝ Spare Parts
• Parts subject to wear and gaskets are indi-
cated separately on the list.
• Web site:
http://www.service-er.de
• Select the type, size and design.

NOTICE

Only use original spare parts or parts approved by

the manufacturer. The use of other parts may lead to
Fig. 9 Spare parts list (example) malfunctions and invalidate liability or the guarantee
for any consequences arising

Fig. 10 Web site http://www.service-er.de

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Malfunctions: Causes and elimination

8 Malfunctions: Causes and elimination

Fault Cause Troubleshooting Important

Machine is switched Mains voltage/ Frequency Check by qualified electrician Section 5.5
off by the motor pro- does not correspond with the
tection switch motor data
Connection to motor terminal
board is not correct
Motor protection switch is not
set correctly
Motor protection switch is Use a motor protection switch
triggered too quickly with an overload-dependent
delayed switch off that takes
into consideration the short
term excess current at start
up (version with short circuit
and overload trigger as per
VDE 0660 Part 2 orIEC 947-4)
Vacuum pump or its oil is too Note the ambient temperature Section 2.3
cold and the intake temperature
The lubricating oil is too vis- The oil viscosity must comply Section 7.2.3
cous with ISO VG 46 as per DIN
51519
The oil separator element is Change the oil separator ele- Section 7.2.4
dirty. ment
The back pressure is too high Check the hose or the pipe Section 5.3
when the exhaust air is being
discharged.
Pumping capacity is The suction pipe is too long or Check the hose or the pipe Section 5.3
insufficient too narrow
Leak on the suction side of Check the pipework and Section 7.2
the vacuum pump or in the screw connections for leaks
system and to ensure that they are
firmly seated.
The intake filter is dirty Clean or replace the intake Section 7.2.1
filter

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Fault Cause Troubleshooting Important

Final pressure (max. Leak on the suction side of Check the pipework and Section 7.2
vacuum) is not the vacuum pump or in the screw connections for leaks
reached system and to ensure that they are
firmly seated.
Incorrect oil viscosity The oil viscosity must comply Section 7.2.3
with ISO VG 46 as per DIN
51519
Machine gets too hot Ambient or intake temperature Ensure it is being used prop- Section 2.3
is too high erly
Cooling air supply is ob- Check environmental condi- Section 5.1
structed tions
Clean ventilation slots Section 7.2
The lubricating oil is too vis- The oil viscosity must comply Section 7.2.3
cous with ISO VG 46 as per DIN
51519
The oil separator element is Change the oil separator ele- Section 7.2.4
dirty. ment
The back pressure is too high Check the hose or the pipe Section 5.3
when the exhaust air is being
discharged.
Exhaust air contains The oil separator element is Check that it is correctly Section 7.2.4
visible oil mist not inserted correctly or the O seated
ring is missing
Unsuitable oil is being used Use suitable types Section 7.2.3

The oil separator element is Change the oil separator ele- Section 7.2.4
dirty. ment
The back pressure is too high Check the hose or the pipe Section 5.3
when the exhaust air is being
discharged.
Ambient or intake temperature Ensure it is being used prop- Section 2.3
is too high erly
Cooling air supply is ob- Check environmental condi- Section 5.1
structed tions
Clean ventilation slots Section 7.2

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Malfunctions: Causes and elimination

Fault Cause Troubleshooting Important

The vacuum pump The coupling rubbers are Replace coupling rubbers Section 7.2.2
produces a abnormal worn
noise
The pump housing is worn Repair by manufacturer or Elmo Rietschle
(The blades making (chatter marks) authorised workshop Service
a hammering noise
when starting from Blades are damaged Repair by manufacturer or Elmo Rietschle
cold is normal if it authorised workshop Service
disappears within Vacuum pump or its oil is too Note the ambient temperature Section 2.3
two minutes as the cold and the intake temperature
operating tempera-
ture increases) The lubricating oil is too vis- The oil viscosity must comply Section 7.2.3
cous with ISO VG 46 as per DIN
51519
Water in lubricating Pump sucks in water Install water interceptor up-
—
oil stream of the pump
The pump sucks in more wa- Contact the manufacturer for
ter vapour than is suitable for increased gas ballast —
its water vapour compatibility
Pump only works for a short Let the pump continue to run
time and therefore does not with a closed suction side
reach its normal operating after extracting the water —
temperature vapour until the water has
evaporated from the oil

Please contact Elmo Rietschle Service for other malfunctions or those that cannot be eliminated.

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9 Technical Data

V-VCB 20 25

Sound pressure level (max.) 50 Hz 67 67

EN ISO 3744 dB(A)
Tolerance± 3 dB(A) 60 Hz 68 69

Weight* kg 23

Length* mm 410

Width mm 236

Height mm 168

Vacuum connection G 1/2

Correct amount of oil l 0,35

* The length and the weight may differ from the information listed here depending on the motor design.
abweichen.

You will find more technical data on the data sheet

D 159

• Download the PDF file:

D 159 ➝ V-VCB
• Download the PDF file:
http://www.gd-elmorietschle.com
➝ Downloads
➝ Product Documents
➝ V-Series ➝ Data Sheets

NOTICE

Subject to technical changes.

Fig. 11 Datenblatt (Beispiel)

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[email protected]

Gardner Denver
Schopfheim GmbH
Roggenbachstraße 58
79650 Schopfheim · Deutschland
Tel. +49 7622 392-0
Fax +49 7622 392-300

Elmo Rietschle is a brand of

Gardner Denver‘s Industrial Products
Division and part of Blower Operations.
 EC - declaration of conformity 2006/42/EC
Hereby the manufacturer Gardner Denver Schopfheim GmbH
confirms: Postfach 1260
D-79642 Schopfheim
that the machine: Oil lubricated vacuum pump
of the: Series: V-VCB
Type: V-VCB 20, V-VCB 25
is conform to the regulations of the guideline indicated above.

The following harmonized and national standards and specifications are applied:
EN 1012-1:2010 Compressors and vacuum pumps — Safety requirements — Part 1:
Compressors
EN 1012-2:1996+A1:2009 Compressors and vacuum pumps — Safety requirements — Part 2:
Vacuum pumps

These declarations of conformity are invalid when the machine has been modified without prior ap-
proval by us and the approval has been documented in writing.

Name and address of the EC person in Gardner Denver Schopfheim GmbH

charge for documentation Postfach 1260
D-79642 Schopfheim

Gardner Denver Schopfheim GmbH

Schopfheim, 1.8.2011

Dr. Friedrich Justen, Director Engineering

C_0041_EN
 Safety declaration form 7.7025.003.17
for vacuum pumps and components
Page 1 of 1

Gardner Denver Schopfheim GmbH

Roggenbachstr. 58, 79650 Schopfheim Phone: +49/(0)7622/392-0 Fax: +49/(0)7622/392-300
Repairs and/or maintenance of vacuum pumps and components will only be carried out if a declaration has been
filled in correctly and completely.
If not, the repair work cannot be started and delays will result.
This declaration must only be filled in and signed by authorised qualified staff.

1. Type of vacuum pumps/ components 2. Reason for the submission

Type description:
Machine number
Order number:
Delivery date:

3. Condition of vacuum pumps/ components 4. Contamination of the vacuum pumps/

Was this being operated? YES ‰ NO ‰ components when in use
Which lubrication was used? Toxic YES ‰ NO ‰
Corrosive YES ‰ NO ‰
Was the pump/ component emptied? Microbiological*) YES ‰ NO ‰
(Product/Consumables) YES ‰ NO ‰ Explosive*) YES ‰ NO ‰
Has the pump/ component been cleaned and decontaminaRadioactive*) YES ‰ NO ‰
other YES ‰ NO ‰
YES ‰
Cleaning agent:
Cleaning method:

*) Microbiological, explosive or radioactively contaminated vacuum pumps/ components will only be accepted
with proof that they have been cleaned properly.
Type of toxic substance or process-related, dangerous reaction products with which the vacuum pumps/
components came into contact:
Trade name, manufacturer's Chemical Hazard Action to be taken if toxic First aid in the event of
product name name class substances are released accidents
1
2
3
4
Personal protection measures:

Hazardous decomposition products when subjected to thermal load YES ‰ NO ‰

Which?
5. Legally binding declaration
We swear that the information in this declaration is accurate and complete and that I, the undersigned, am in a
position to judge this. We are aware that we are liable to the contractor for damage caused by incomplete and
inaccurate information. We undertake to release the contractor from any damage claims from third parties arising
from incomplete or incorrect information. We are aware that, regardless of this declaration, we are directly liable
to third parties including in particular the contractor's staff entrusted with handling or repairing the product.

Company:
Street: Post code/ Town:
Phone: Fax:
Name (in capitals) Position:

Date: Company stamp:

Legally binding signature:
TOS no. / Index: 7.7025.003.17 / 03 Office responsible: GS File management: ..\7702500317.xl
Gardner Denver Schopfheim GmbH Postfach 1260 D-79642 Schopfheim