VZ Series: Operating Instructions

Operating Instructions
VZ Series
VZ 30/50/110/140/180
VZ 110G/140G/180G
Liquid Ring Vacuum Pumps
English translation of original operating Speck Pumpen Vakuumtechnik GmbH
instructions
Regensburger Ring 6 – 8, 91154 Roth / Germany
PO Box 1453, 91142 Roth / Germany
Documentation Phone: +49 (0) 9171 809 0
Fax: +49 (0) 9171 809 10
E-mail: [email protected]
It is imperative to read the operating instruc- Internet: www.speck-pumps.de
tions prior to commissioning!
This document as well as all documents in-
cluded in the appendix is not subject to any
update service! Issue: Supersedes issue: Doc./ Item no.:
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Subject to technical changes.
Index
1 Important basic information ............................................. 4 5.6.4 Changes in cross-section and direction.................. 16
5.6.5 Safety and control devices ..................................... 16
1.1 Target groups ........................................................... 5
5.7 Connecting pipes .................................................... 16
1.2 Applicable documents .............................................. 5 5.7.1 Providing for clean piping ....................................... 16
1.3 Warnings and symbols ............................................. 6 5.7.2 Installing suction pipe ............................................. 16
5.7.3 Installing pressure pipe........................................... 16
1.4 Terminology ............................................................. 6 5.7.4 Stress-free pipe connections .................................. 16
5.8 Fine adjustment of coupling.................................... 17
2 Safety .................................................................................. 7 5.8.1 Checking coupling adjustment................................ 17
2.1 Intended use ............................................................ 7 5.9 Motor adjustment .................................................... 17
2.2 Potential misuse ....................................................... 7 5.10 Electrical connection............................................... 17
2.3 General safety instructions....................................... 7 5.10.1 Motor connection .................................................... 17
2.3.1 Product safety .......................................................... 7 5.10.2 Checking direction of rotation ................................. 17
2.3.2 Obligations of the operator ....................................... 7
2.3.3 Obligations of the staff ............................................. 8 6 Operation .......................................................................... 18
2.4 Residual risks ........................................................... 8 6.1 Preparations for commissioning ............................. 18
6.1.1 Identifying pump type ............................................. 18
2.5 Special risks ............................................................. 8 6.1.2 Removing preserving agent.................................... 18
2.5.1 Potentially explosive area ........................................ 8 6.1.3 Checking shut-down period .................................... 18
2.5.2 Dangerous media to be pumped .............................. 8 6.1.4 Filling ...................................................................... 18
3 Design and functioning ..................................................... 9 6.2 Commissioning ....................................................... 18

6.2.1 Switch-on ................................................................ 18
3.1 Marking .................................................................... 9 6.2.2 Switch-off ................................................................ 19
3.1.1 Nameplate ................................................................ 9
3.1.2 ATEX plate ............................................................... 9 6.3 Setting the operating liquid flow rate ...................... 19
3.1.3 Pump type code ....................................................... 9 6.3.1 Continuous-flow cooling ......................................... 19
6.3.2 Open circulation cooling ......................................... 19
3.2 General description .................................................. 9 6.3.3 Closed circulation cooling ....................................... 20
3.3 Design and functional principle .............................. 10 6.4 Decommissioning ................................................... 20
3.4 Shaft sealings......................................................... 10 6.5 Re-commissioning .................................................. 20
3.4.1 Mechanical seal ..................................................... 10
6.6 Operating stand-by aggregate ................................ 20
4 Transport, storage and disposal .................................... 11
7 Maintenance and servicing ............................................. 21
4.1 Transport ................................................................ 11
4.1.1 Unpacking and inspection on delivery.................... 11 7.1 Monitoring ............................................................... 21
4.1.2 Manual transport .................................................... 11 7.2 Rinsing off contaminations ..................................... 21
4.1.3 Transport with lifting gear ....................................... 11 7.2.1 Minor fine-grained contamination ........................... 21
4.2 Storage ................................................................... 12 7.2.2 Major fine-grained contamination ........................... 21
4.3 Preservation ........................................................... 12 7.3 Preventing calcification ........................................... 22

4.3.1 Preservation inside the system .............................. 12 7.4 Disassembly ........................................................... 22
4.3.2 Preservation outside the system ............................ 13 7.4.1 Return to manufacturer........................................... 22
4.4 Removing preserving agent ................................... 13 7.4.2 Spare parts ............................................................. 22
7.4.3 Pump/aggregate repairs ......................................... 22
4.5 Disposal ................................................................. 13 7.4.4 Disassembly of VZ 30/50........................................ 23
7.4.5 Disassembly of VZ 110/140/180............................. 23
5 Set-up and connection .................................................... 14 7.4.6 Disassembly of VZ 110G/140G/180G .................... 23
7.4.7 Preparations for assembly ...................................... 24
5.1 Preparing set-up..................................................... 14 7.4.8 Assembly of VZ 30/50 ............................................ 24
5.1.1 Checking ambient conditions ................................. 14 7.4.9 Assembly of VZ 110/140/180 ................................. 25
5.1.2 Minimum clearances for heat dissipation ............... 14 7.4.10 Assembly of VZ 110G/140G/180G ......................... 25
5.1.3 Preparing installation site ....................................... 14
5.1.4 Preparing foundation and surface .......................... 14
8 Troubleshooting ............................................................... 27
5.1.5 Removing preserving agent ................................... 14
5.2 Set-up with foundation ........................................... 14 9 Technical data .................................................................. 30
5.2.1 Set-up with foundation ........................................... 14
5.2.2 Fixing aggregate .................................................... 14 9.1 Operating limits....................................................... 30
9.1.1 Media to be pumped ............................................... 31
5.3 Set-up without foundation ...................................... 15 9.1.2 Operating liquid ...................................................... 31
9.1.3 Switching frequency ............................................... 31
5.4 Set-up on torsion-resistant level surface/frame...... 15
9.2 General technical data............................................ 32
5.5 Installing motor ....................................................... 15 9.2.1 Weight .................................................................... 32
5.6 Planning pipe system ............................................. 16 9.2.2 Sound level ............................................................. 32
5.6.1 Dimensioning supports and connections ............... 16 9.2.3 Drive power ............................................................ 32
5.6.2 Specifying nominal diameter .................................. 16 9.2.4 Operating liquid ...................................................... 32
5.6.3 Specifying pipe lengths .......................................... 16 9.2.5 Medium to be pumped ............................................ 32
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9.2.6 Operating connections ........................................... 33 10 Appendix ...........................................................................35

9.2.7 Mechanical seal...................................................... 33
9.2.8 Ambient conditions ................................................. 33 10.1 Dimension drawing VZ 30/50..................................35
9.2.9 Min. clearances for heat dissipation ....................... 33 10.2 Cross-sectional drawing VZ 30/50 ..........................36
9.3 Tightening torques.................................................. 33 10.3 Dimension drawing VZ 110/140/180.......................37
9.3.1 Tightening torques for screws ................................ 33
9.3.2 Tightening torques for screws ................................ 33 10.4 Cross-sectional drawing VZ 110/140/180 ...............38
9.3.3 Tightening torques for screws ................................ 33
9.3.4 Tightening torques for screw plugs ........................ 34 10.5 Dimension drawing VZ 110G/140G/180G ..............39
9.3.5 Tightening torques for cylindrical pipe nipples ....... 34 10.6 Cross-sectional drawing VZ 110G/140G/180G ......40
9.3.6 Conical pipe fittings ................................................ 34
10.7 Certificate of conformity ..........................................41
9.4 Permissible forces acting on the pump nozzles ..... 34
10.8 Declaration of conformity ........................................42
9.5 Preserving agents .................................................. 34
9.5.1 Preservation filling volumes.................................... 34
9.6 Test pressure for pressure test .............................. 34
9.7 Accessories ............................................................ 34
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1 Important basic information

These operating instructions form part of the technical documentation of the system in accordance with the EC machinery directive.
These operating instructions comply with machinery directive 2006/42/EC of the European Parliament and the Council on the approxi-
mation of the laws, regulations and administrative provisions of the Member States relating to machinery, Appendix I, Paragraph 1.7.4.
These operating instructions are addressed to the person in Scope of supply

charge of the plant, who is obliged to provide them to the staff • Liquid ring vacuum pump
responsible for system set-up, connection, operation and main-
tenance. • Operating instructions
He must ensure that all information included in the operating • Motor (optional)
instructions and the enclosed documents have been read and • Coupling / coupling guard (optional)
understood.
• Base plate (optional)
The operating instructions must be kept at a designated and
easily accessible place and consulted at the slightest doubt. • Accessories (optional):
The manufacturer does not accept liability for damage to per-  separator
sons, animals, objects or the system itself incurred by improper  gas ejector
use, non-observance or incomplete observance of the safety  ball check valves
precautions included in these operating instructions or by modifi-  vacuum check valve
cations to the system or use of improper spare parts.  drainage valve
These operating instructions are the exclusive copyright of Technical support address
Speck Pumpen Vakuumtechnik GmbH
Speck Pumpen Vakuumtechnik GmbH Regensburger Ring 6 – 8, 91154 Roth / Germany
Regensburger Ring 6 – 8, 91154 Roth / Germany PO Box 1453, 91142 Roth / Germany
PO Box 1453, 91142 Roth / Germany Phone: +49 (0) 9171 809 0
Phone: +49 (0) 9171 809 0 Fax: +49 (0) 9171 809 10
Fax: +49 (0) 9171 809 10 E-mail: [email protected]
E-mail: [email protected] Internet: www.speck-pumps.de
Internet: www.speck-pumps.de
or its legal successor. Warranty and liability
Generally, the “General Conditions of Sale and Delivery” of
Duplication or transfer of these operating instructions to third Speck Pumpen Vakuumtechnik GmbH apply.
parties requires written approval of the manufacturer. This also They were provided to the operator at the time of contract con-
applies to the duplication or transfer of excerpts of these operat- clusion at the latest.
ing instructions and to the transfer of these operating instructions Warranty and liability claims arising from personal injury and
in digital form. material damage are excluded if one of the following conditions
These instructions applies:
• form part of the pump/aggregate. • improper use of the liquid ring vacuum pump
• apply to all series mentioned herein. • improper mounting, commissioning, operation and mainte-
nance of the liquid ring vacuum pump
• describe safe and proper operation during all operational
phases. • operation of the liquid ring vacuum pump despite defective
safety devices
• must be stowed safely throughout the entire service life of
the machine. • non-observance of the notes in the operating instructions
• must be handed over to future owners of the machine. • unauthorized constructional changes to the liquid ring vac-
uum pump
• inadequate maintenance, repair and servicing measures
• catastrophic events caused by foreign bodies or acts of
God
•
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1.1 Target groups

Target group Task
Operator ► Keep these instructions available at the location of the

system, also for later consultation.
► Advise staff to read and observe these instructions and the
provided documents, particularly the safety precautions and
warnings.
► Observe additional provisions and regulations related to the
system.
Qualified staff, assembler ► Read, observe and adhere to these operating instructions
and all applicable documents, particularly the safety pre-
cautions and warnings.
Tab. 1 Target groups and their tasks
1.2 Applicable documents

Document Purpose
ATEX additional instructions Operation in potentially explosive areas (only applicable to

pumps designed for use in potentially explosive areas)
Declaration of conformity Conformity with standards
Tab. 2 Applicable documents
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1.3 Warnings and symbols

Warning Security level Consequences of non-observance
imminently hazardous situation death, severe personal injuries

DANGER
potentially hazardous situation death, severe personal injuries
WARNING
potentially dangerous situation minor personal injuries
CAUTION
potentially dangerous situation material damage
CAUTION
Tab. 3 Warnings and consequences of non-observance
Symbol Meaning
Safety sign
► Observe all measures marked with the safety sign to avoid
personal injuries or death.
Safety sign
► Observe all measures marked with the safety sign to avoid
personal injuries or death by electric shock.
► Instruction for action
1., 2., … Multi-step instruction for action
 Pre-requisite
 Cross-reference
 Information, note
Tab. 4 Symbols and meaning
1.4 Terminology
Term Meaning
Pump Liquid ring vacuum pump without drive, components or accessories
Aggregate Complete liquid ring vacuum pump including pump, drive,

components and accessories
Auxiliary operating systems Devices for operating the vacuum pump aggregate
Separator Device for separating gaseous from liquid media
Gas ejector Device for operating the vacuum pump aggregate for deep vacuum
Vacuum check valve Device for limiting the created vacuum
Drainage valve Device for limiting the filling level in the vacuum pump
Tab. 5 Terminology and meaning
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2 Safety
 The manufacturer does not accept liability for damage 2.3 General safety instructions
resulting from non-observance of the overall documenta-
tion.  The following provisions must be observed prior to execut-
ing any works.
2.1 Intended use
2.3.1 Product safety
• Observe all provisions included in the operating instruc-
tions. The pump/aggregate has been designed in accordance with
state-of-the-art technology and the generally acknowledged
• Observe all safety instructions.
rules on safety.
• Comply with inspection and maintenance intervals. Yet, operation of this pump/aggregate may present a threat to
• Use the aggregate exclusively for delivery of the permissi- the life or physical health of the user or third parties and impair
ble media to be pumped the pump/aggregate and other property.
( General technical data, page 32). • Only operate the pump/aggregate in a technically flawless
• Operate the pump/aggregate with permissible operating condition and in accordance with the provisions, safety pre-
liquid only ( General technical data, page 32). cautions and warnings included in these operating instruc-
tions.
• Prevent dry running:
• Keep these operating instructions as well as all supplied
 The sealing rings of the mechanical seals will be dam- documents complete and legible and ensure that they can
aged within only few seconds. be accessed by staff at all times.
 Ensure that the pump/aggregate is only operated with
• Refrain from any operating methods which may put staff or
sufficient operating liquid, never without operating
uninvolved third parties at risk.
liquid.
• In case of defects having safety implications:
• Prevent cavitation:
shut down the pump/aggregate immediately and consult the
 Install a vacuum check valve. person in charge to rectify the defect.
 Comply with the temperature limits of the operating liq- • In addition to the overall documentation, all legal or other
uid and the medium to be pumped. safety and accident prevention regulations as well as all
 Observe the limit values for inlet pressure and pres- applicable standards and guidelines of the respective coun-
sure difference. try of operation must be observed.
 Do not operate the pump when the fitting in the suction
pipe is closed. 2.3.2 Obligations of the operator
• Prevent overheating: 2.3.2.1 Safety-conscious working
 Do not operate the pump/aggregate when fittings are • Only operate the pump/aggregate in a technically flawless
closed. condition and in accordance with the provisions, safety pre-
• Prevent motor damage: cautions and warnings included in these operating instruc-
tions.
 Observe the maximum flow rate for delivery of liquids.
 Observe the switching frequency of the aggregate. • Ensure and verify compliance with:
 The motor protection switch must not be set to a value  intended use
above nominal current.  legal or other safety and accident prevention regula-
• Any use other than the intended use must be agreed with tions
the manufacturer.  safety regulations applying to handling hazardous sub-
stances
2.2 Potential misuse  applicable standards and guidelines of the respective
country of operation
• Observe the operating limits of the pump/aggregate con-
cerning temperature, pressure, speed, density and viscosity • Provide for protective equipment.
( Operating limits, page 30). 2.3.2.2 Staff qualification
• The higher the density of the operating liquid, the higher the • Ensure that staff involved in pump/aggregate operation has
motor power consumption. Observe the permissible density read and understood these operating instructions and all
to protect the aggregate against overload.
applicable documents, particularly all safety, maintenance
• When delivering solid laden liquids, observe the solid con- and servicing information, prior to starting work.
tent limit values ( General technical data, page 32).
• Define clear roles and responsibilities and arrange for staff
• Do not combine multiple limit values monitoring.
( Operating limits, page 30).
• All works must only be carried out by technically qualified
• Prevent sudden pressure changes of the gas to be ex- staff:
tracted.
 assembly, servicing, maintenance works
• Prevent sudden temperature changes of the gas to be  works on electrical equipment
extracted or operating liquid.
• Staff undergoing training must only work on the
• Do not use in rooms where explosive gases may be present pump/aggregate under the supervision of technically quali-
unless the pump/aggregate has been expressly intended fied staff.
for such purpose.
• Do not extract, deliver or compact explosive, inflammable,
aggressive or toxic media unless the aggregates have been
expressly intended for such purpose.
• Unauthorized opening of the pump/aggregate results in the
forfeiture of any and all claims for defects.
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2.3.2.3 Safety devices 2.5.2 Dangerous media to be pumped

• Provide for the following safety devices and ensure their • When dealing with dangerous media to be pumped (e.g.
proper functioning: hot, inflammable, explosive, toxic, hazardous to health), ob-
 for hot, cold and moving parts: on-site protection serve the safety regulations applying to handling hazardous
against contact with the pump/aggregate substances.
 when electrostatic charging is likely to occur: provide • Use protective equipment when carrying out any works on
for grounding the pump/aggregate.
2.3.2.4 Warranty
• During the warranty period, conversion works, repairs and
modifications are subject to approval by the manufacturer.
• Use original parts or parts approved by the manufacturer
only.
2.3.3 Obligations of the staff
• Notes attached to the pump/aggregate must be observed
and kept legible, e.g. arrows indicating the direction of rota-
tion, symbols indicating fluid connections.
• Guards for protection against contact with hot, cold and
moving parts must not be removed during operation.
• If required, use protective equipment.
• Do not expose parts of the body to the vacuum.
• Works on the pump/aggregate must only be carried out at
standstill.
• Prior to carrying out any assembly or maintenance works,
de-energize the motor and protect it against restart.
• Having completed all works on the pump/aggregate, duly
re-assemble the safety devices.
2.4 Residual risks

WARNING
 Long and loose hair may become entangled in the protec-
tive covers of the motor and the shaft coupling.
 The rotating pump shaft between the bearing bracket and
the shaft sealing casing may catch and wind up long and
loose hair.
► Wear a hairnet
 Risk of injuries caused by flying objects, which were in-

serted in the openings of the motor fan cover or in the
openings of the coupling protection.
► Do not insert any objects!
 Risk of burns/scalds when getting in contact with hot sur-

faces or hot media!
► Do not touch!
► Wear protective gloves!
 Risk of injuries caused by operating liquid escaping from a

defective mechanical seal!
► Shut down the pump!
► Repair the pump!
2.5 Special risks

2.5.1 Potentially explosive area
• ( ATEX additional instructions)
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3 Design and functioning 3.2 General description

The vacuum pumps of the VZ series are horizontal, two-stage
3.1 Marking liquid ring vacuum pumps with radial suction/pressure connec-
tion. The internal control of the media to be pumped is realized
3.1.1 Nameplate by means of inter casings.
The VZ 30/50/110/140/180 types are vacuum pump aggregates.
The electrical drive (1) is modularly screwed to the vacuum
pump. The extended motor shaft (3) of machines in close cou-
pled version simultaneously serves as pump shaft (3). A mainte-
1 nance-free mechanical seal (2) in the shaft sealing casing is
used to seal the shaft.
2
4 3 5 4 5 4 2 1
Fig. 1 Nameplate (example)
1 Pump type
2 Plant number
3.1.2 ATEX plate

1
II 2G c b TX
Regenburger Ring 6-8

DE -91154 Roth
Tel.: +49 9171 809
Fax: +49 9171 80910
Fig. 2 ATEX plate (example)
Fig. 4 Description VZ 30/50/110/140/180

1 Explosion protection classification
1 Motor
3.1.3 Pump type code 2 Mechanical seal
3 Motor/pump shaft
4 Inter casing
VZ 110 G 53 55 0000
5 Impeller
1
Fig. 3 Pump type code (example)
1 Series
2 Size
3 Type
4 Mechanical seal
5 Material design code
6 Counting number
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The VZ 110G/140G/180G types are vacuum pumps in base 3.3 Design and functional principle
plate version. The electrical drive is connected to the vacuum
pump shaft via a coupling. The vacuum pump is operated in accordance with the liquid ring
The pump shaft (1) is supported by sealed deep groove ball principle.
bearings (3) on both sides. Usually, pump and motor are The impeller is positioned off-centre in the cylindrical pump
mounted onto one base plate. Two maintenance-free mechani- casing. It transfers the drive power to a liquid ring, which forms
cal seals (2) in the shaft sealing casings are used to seal the concentrically to the casing when the vacuum pump is started.
pump shaft (1). The gaseous medium remaining in the casing is distributed
around the impeller due to the lower density in the hub area. As
the impeller is positioned off-centre to the casing, the available
3 2 4 5 4 5 4 2 3 1 space for the gas between the surface of the liquid and the hub
becomes crescent-shaped.
This way, the remaining space for the gas between the blades
expands and shrinks during each rotation.
Fig. 5 Description VZ 110G/140 G/180G 1 2

1 Pump shaft
2 Mechanical seal
3 Deep groove ball bearing
4 Inter casing
5 Impeller
The vacuum pumps of the VZ series are able to deliver low liquid
flow rates. The discharged operating liquid can be re-used when
using a separator. 3
Fig. 6 Functional principle of liquid ring vacuum pumps
1 Suction opening
2 Pressure opening
3 Liquid ring
The arrangement of suction and pressure openings in the inter
casing allows for the suction, compression and discharge of gas.
The liquid both serves the sealing between the individual impel-
ler chambers and the absorption of heat produced during com-
pression.
The vacuum pump must be permanently supplied with operating
liquid during operation as a portion of the liquid continuously
escapes from the pump together with the gas. The discharged
operating liquid can be separated from the gas by means of a
downstream separator and re-used.
3.4 Shaft sealings

3.4.1 Mechanical seal
 Mechanical seals may slightly leak for functional reasons.
• Single mechanical seal, not pressure-relieved, dependent
on the direction of rotation, EN 12756 (standard).
• Double-acting mechanical seal, not pressure-relieved,
independent of the direction of rotation (special version
VZ 110G/140G/180G).
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4 Transport, storage and dis- 4.1.3 Transport with lifting gear
posal DANGER
Risk of death or contusions from falling goods to be trans-
 The following accident prevention regulations have to be ported!
observed prior to following transport and handling regula-
tions: ► Select lifting gear in accordance with the total weight to be
transported.
 BGV D8 winches, lifting and pulling devices
 BGV D6 load lifting devices ► Transport the pump/aggregate in horizontal position only.
4.1 Transport ► Never suspend the pump/aggregate to the free shaft end or
the ring lug of the motor.
 Observe weight data ( Weight, page 32) ► Attach the lifting gear in accordance with the following
4.1.1 Unpacking and inspection on delivery figures.
1. Unpack the pump/aggregate on delivery and inspect it for ► Do not stand under suspended loads.
transport damage.
2. Report any transport damage to the manufacturer immedi-
ately.
3. Dispose of packaging material according to local regula-
tions.
4.1.2 Manual transport
max.
CAUTION 90°
Risk of injuries caused by lifting heavy loads!
Observe the permissible weights for lifting and carrying machine
components.
Type Sex Age Rate per shift

rarely repeat- fre-
edly quently
< 5% 5 - 10% > 10 -
35%
Fig. 7 Attaching lifting gear to the pump aggregate
[Years] [kg] [kg] [kg] (VZ 30/50)
Lifting Men – 16 20 13 -
17 - 19 35 25 20
20 - 45 55 30 25
> 45 50 25 20
Lifting Women - 16 13 9 - max.
17 - 19 13 9 8 90°
20 - 45 15 10 9
> 45 13 9 8
Carrying Men - 16 20 13 -
17 - 19 30 20 15
20 - 45 50 30 20
> 45 40 25 15
Carrying Women - 16 13 9 -
17 - 19 13 9 8
20 - 45 15 10 9
> 45 13 9 8
Lifting Expectant 10 (5) 5
and mothers (legal (legal
carrying draft) draft)
Fig. 8 Attaching lifting gear to the pump aggregate
Source: Bavarian State Office for Occupational Safety, Occupa- (VZ 110/140/180)
tional Medicine and Safety Technology
Tab. 6 Maximum weights for manual lifting
► Suitable lifting gear and means of transport must be used

for components exceeding the max.weights!
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4.3 Preservation
 Not necessary for rust-proof material.
max. CAUTION
90° Risk of material damage caused by improper preservation!
► Properly apply preserving agent to the inside and outside of

the pump/aggregate.
1. Select a preserving agent in accordance with the type and
duration of storage ( page 34).
2. Use preserving agents in accordance with the manufac-
turer's specifications.
3. Coat all bare metal components positioned inside and
outside the pump with preserving agent.
4. Treat the impeller gap with a preserving agent.
Fig. 9 Attaching lifting gear to the pump aggregate (VZ 4.3.1 Preservation inside the system
110G/140G/180G)
CAUTION
► Lift the pump/aggregate accordingly.
Risk of material damage caused by improper preservation!
4.2 Storage
Pumps/aggregates treated by the factory have been provided Shut down the pump/aggregate ( Shut-down, page 20)
with an anticorrosive coating. When properly stored indoors, the ► Use appropriate collecting trays. For the position of drain-
pump/aggregate is protected for a maximum of 3 months. In age bores (Ue, Ue1), refer to the dimension drawing ( Di-
case of longer storage periods, the pump/aggregate has to be mension drawing, page 35 et seq.)
treated with a preserving agent again ( 4.3 Preservation).
• Unscrew the screw plugs of all drainage bores (Ue, Ue1).
For storing pumps/aggregates which have already been in use
the preparations specified in Section 4.3 Preservation must be • Drain the operating liquid (water).
made. • Occasionally rotate the pump shaft/motor shaft towards the
Applied preserving agents ( page 34) direction of rotation of the pump.
• Continue with this process until no more liquid escapes.
CAUTION • Plug all drainage bores with screw plugs.
Risk of material damage caused by improper storage! • Remove the pipes from the suction, pressure and process
water connections.
• Plug the outlet nozzle and the process water connection by
► Store the pump/aggregate accordingly. means of blank flanges.
1. Close all openings with blank flanges, plugs or plastic cov- • Fill in preserving agent into the open inlet nozzle. Observe
ers. the filling volumes
2. Make sure the storage room meets the following conditions: ( Filling volumes preservation, page 34).
 dry • Plug the inlet nozzle with a blank flange.

 frost-free • Switch the aggregate shortly on and off to allow for a proper
 vibration-free distribution of the preserving agent.
 protected • Unscrew the screw plugs of all drainage bores (Ue, Ue1) and
 constant humidity the operating liquid connection (UB).
3. Turn the pump shaft once per month. • Drain the preserving agent into collecting trays.
4. Make sure the pump shaft and bearing change their rota- • Occasionally rotate the pump shaft/motor shaft towards the
tional position in this process. direction of rotation of the pump.
• Continue with this process until no more preserving agent
escapes.
• Close the suction, pressure and operating liquid connection
(UB) using transport or sealing covers.
• Plug all drainage bores (Ue, Ue1) with screw plugs.
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4.3.2 Preservation outside the system 4.5 Disposal

CAUTION WARNING
Risk of material damage caused by improper preservation! Risk of intoxication and environmental damage caused by
media to be pumped!
Shut down the pump/aggregate ► Prior to disposing the pump/aggregate:
( Shut-down, page 20; Return to manufacturer, page 22).
 Collect escaping media to be pumped and dispose of
 Use appropriate collecting trays. For the position of drain- separately in accordance with local regulations.
age bores (Ue, Ue1), refer to the dimension drawing ( Di-  Neutralize residues of media to be pumped in the
mension drawing, page 35 et seq.) pump/aggregate.
• Plug all drainage bores (Ue, Ue1) with screw plugs.  Remove preserving agent ( page 13)
 Disassemble plastic parts and dispose of in accor-
• Close the operating liquid connection (UB) using a blank dance with local regulations.
flange.
• Fill in preserving agent into the open inlet or outlet nozzle
until the agent becomes visible. Observe the filling volumes ► Assign an authorized company to dispose of the
(Filling volumes preservation, page 34). pump/aggregate to prevent the risk of environmental
damage!
• Occasionally rotate the pump shaft/motor shaft towards the
direction of rotation of the pump.
• Continue this process until the preserving agent appears
approx. 50 mm below the upper edge of the inlet/outlet
nozzle.
• Unscrew the screw plugs of all drainage bores (Ue, Ue1) and
the operating liquid connection (UB).
• Drain the preserving agent into collecting trays.
• Occasionally rotate the pump shaft/motor shaft towards the
direction of rotation of the pump.
• Continue with this process until no more preserving agent
escapes.
• Close the suction, pressure and operating liquid connection
(UB) using transport or sealing covers.
• Plug all drainage bores (Ue, Ue1) with screw plugs.
4.4 Removing preserving agent

 Only required for treated pumps/aggregates.
CAUTION
Risk of bearing damage caused by excessive water pres-
sure or splash water!
► Do not treat bearing areas with water or steam jet.
CAUTION
Risk of seal damage caused by improper cleaning agents!
► Ensure that cleaning agents do not harm the seals.
1. Use cleaning agents which are appropriate for your respec-

tive application.
2. Rinse off preserving agent and collect it together with the
rinsing agent.
3. Dispose of preserving agent according to local regulations.
4. For storage periods exceeding 6 months:
 Replace elastomer components made of EP rubber
(EPDM).
 Check all elastomer components (O-rings, shaft seal-
ings) for proper elasticity and replace if required.
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5 Set-up and connection 5.2 Set-up with foundation

For pumps/aggregates in potentially explosive areas  Only possible with base plate.
( ATEX additional instructions)
CAUTION
CAUTION Risk of material damage caused by distortion of the base
Risk of material damage caused by contamination! plate!
► Do not remove transport locks until immediately before ► Position and fix the base plate on the foundation as follows.
setting up the pump/aggregate.
► Do not remove covers, transport and sealing caps until 5.2.1 Set-up with foundation
immediately before connection of the pipes to the
pump/aggregate.  Auxiliary means, tools, material:
 foundation bolts ( Set-up drawing)
 steel washers
5.1 Preparing set-up  non-shrinking mortar grout
 spirit level
5.1.1 Checking ambient conditions
1. Lift the aggregate ( Transport, page 11).
► Make sure the required ambient conditions are maintained
2. Hook the foundation bolts from below into the base plate
( Ambient conditions, page 33).
fixing holes.
► For pump/aggregate set-up at an altitude of > 1000 m
above sea level, consult the manufacturer.
 Observe the manufacturer's specifications when using
adhesive anchors.
5.1.2 Minimum clearances for heat dissipation 3. Place the aggregate on the foundation. Insert the founda-
tion bolts into the provided anchoring holes.
 Observe the minimum clearances
( Minimum clearances for heat dissipation, page 33).
5.1.3 Preparing installation site
► Make sure the installation site meets the following condi-
tions:
 the pump/aggregate is freely accessible from all sides
 sufficient space for installing/disassembling the pipes
as well as for maintenance and repair works, particu-
larly for installation/disassembly of the pump/aggregate
and the motor, is provided for 2 1 2 3
 the pump/aggregate is not exposed to external vibra- Fig. 10 Set-up with foundation
tions (bearing damage)
 frost protection
4. Use steel washers to align the aggregate to height and
5.1.4 Preparing foundation and surface system dimensions as follows:
 Place 1 steel washer (2) at the left and right hand side
 Set-up options:
of each foundation bolt (1).
 with concrete foundation  With > 750 mm clearances between the anchoring
 with steel foundation frame holes, an additional steel washer (3) must be posi-
 without foundation tioned in the middle of each side of the base plate.
► Make sure foundation and surface meet the following condi- 5. Make sure the steel washers are in surface contact with the
tions: base plate.
 level 6. Use the integrated spirit level to check whether the aggre-
 clean (free of oil, dust or other contaminations) gate is level end to end and side to side with a maximum
 load carrying capacity is in accordance with the dead allowable tilt of 1 mm/m.
weight of the aggregate and all operating forces 7. Repeat this process until the base plate has been correctly
 adequate aggregate stability aligned.
 with concrete foundation:
standard concrete of strength class B 25 5.2.2 Fixing aggregate
5.1.5 Removing preserving agent  Filling the base plate with mortar grout improves the damp-
ening behaviour.
► If the pump/aggregate is commissioned directly after set-up
1. Fill the anchoring holes with mortar grout.
and connection: remove preserving agent prior to set-up
( Removing preserving agent, page 14). 2. When the mortar grout has set, bolt down the base plate
with the specified torque at three points (Tightening
torques, page 33).
3. Before tightening the remaining bolts, compensate for any
unevenness in the surface using metal spacing shims next
to each bolt.
4. Make sure the base plate is not distorted.
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5.3 Set-up without foundation  VZ 110/140/180:

 Auxiliary means, tools, material:
 With base plate
 wrench
 Auxiliary means, tools, material:
 wrench
 spirit level
1
2
3
1 Hexagon nut
2 Hexagon nut
3 Levelling foot
Fig. 11 Set-up without foundation
1
1. Lift the aggregate ( Transport, page 11). 1 Surface/frame
2. Mount the four levelling feet as illustrated. Fig. 13 Set-up of VZ 110/140/180
3. Position the aggregate on the surface.
4. Adjust the base plate height by means of the levelling feet 1. Lift the aggregate ( Transport with lifting gear, page 11).
as illustrated above: 2. Position the aggregate on the surface/frame.
 Use the wrench to hold the hexagon nut at the levelling 3. Screw the aggregate to the surface/frame in a stress-free
foot (3). manner.
 Loosen the hexagon nut (1).
 The height can be adjusted by turning the hexagon nut 5.5 Installing motor
(2).
 Tighten the hexagon nut (1) ( Tightening torques,  Only necessary if aggregate set-up is completed at the
page 33). installation site (VZ 110G/140G /180G).
 Use the integrated spirit level to check whether the ag-
gregate is level end to end and side to side with a CAUTION
maximum allowable tilt of 1 mm/m.
 Repeat this process until the base plate has been cor- Risk of material damage caused by knocks and bumps!
rectly aligned. ► Do not tilt the coupling halves when slipping them on.
5.4 Set-up on torsion-resistant level ► Do not knock on or hit any pump components.
surface/frame
 Installation position: horizontal, inlet and outlet nozzle point- 1. Apply a razor-thin layer of molybdenum disulfide
ing vertically up. (e.g. Molykote®) to the pump and motor shaft.
 VZ 30/50: 2. Insert the fitting keys.
 Auxiliary means, tools, material: 3. Without mounting rig:
 wrench  Remove the rubber buffers
 Heat the coupling halves to approx. 100 °C
4. Slip on the pump and motor-side coupling halves until the
shaft end is flush with the coupling hub.
 Make sure to keep the required clearance between the
coupling halves ( Fine adjustment of coupling, page
17).
5. Tighten the grub screws on both coupling halves.
6. Lift the motor and put it down on the base plate.
7. Adjust the motor shaft to the height of the pump shaft using
1 2 suitable shims for the motor.
Fig. 12 Set-up of VZ 30/50 8. Screw in and slightly tighten the motor screws ( Motor
adjustment, page 17).
1 Surface/frame
2 Motor feet
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5.6 Planning pipe system 5.6.5.4 Provisions for measuring operating conditions
1. Provide for manometers in the suction and pressure pipe to
5.6.1 Dimensioning supports and connections allow for pressure measuring.
2. Provide for a power sensor at the motor side.
CAUTION
5.7 Connecting pipes
Risk of material damage if the pipes apply excessive forces
and torques to the pump/aggregate! 5.7.1 Providing for clean piping
► Make sure the permissible values are complied with
( DIN ISO 9908). CAUTION
Risk of material damage caused by pump/aggregate con-
1. Calculate the piping forces and observe all operating condi- tamination!
tions:
► Make sure the inside of the pump/aggregate is kept free of
 cold/warm contamination.
 empty/filled
 depressurized/pressurized
 position changes 1. Clean all piping parts and fittings prior to assembly.
2. Make sure the pipe supports have permanent low-friction 2. Make sure no flange seals project inwards.
properties and do not seize up due to corrosion. 3. Make sure no sealing material (Teflon tape, adhesive)
3. If required, provide for pipe compensators. projects inwards.
5.6.2 Specifying nominal diameter 4. Remove any blank flanges, plugs, protective foils and/or
protective paint from the flanges.
 Size of suction/pressure connections 5.7.2 Installing suction pipe
( Operating connections, page 33)
► Keep the flow resistance in the pipes as low as possible. 1. Remove the transport and sealing covers from the
pump/aggregate.
1. Nominal suction pipe diameter ≥ nominal suction connec-
tion diameter 2. Avoid air pockets: Lay out the pipes with a continuous slope
down to the pump/aggregate.
2. Nominal pressure pipe diameter ≥ nominal pressure con-
nection diameter. 3. Make sure no seals project inwards.
4. Make sure no sealing material (Teflon tape, adhesive)
5.6.3 Specifying pipe lengths projects inwards.
1. Dimension the suction, pressure and operating liquid pipes 5. Install a ball check valve in the suction pipe to prevent
as short as possible. operating liquid from flowing into the suction pipe at stand-
2. Increase the pipe cross-sections when using long suction, still.
pressure and operating liquid pipes. 5.7.3 Installing pressure pipe
 The pressure pipe must not rise more than 1 m vertically or 1. Remove the transport and sealing covers from the
diagonally upwards. pump/aggregate.
5.6.4 Changes in cross-section and direction 2. Install the pressure pipe.
1. Avoid radii of curvature of less than 1.5 times the nominal 3. The pressure pipe must not rise more than 1 m vertically or
pipe diameter. diagonally upwards.
2. Avoid sudden changes of cross-section and direction along 4. Avoid liquid-filled bags (siphon): Lay out the pipes with a
the piping. continuous slope from the vacuum pump/vacuum pump
aggregate.
5.6.5 Safety and control devices
5. Make sure no seals project inwards.
5.6.5.1 Avoiding contamination
6. Make sure no sealing material (Teflon tape, adhesive)
1. Integrate filters in the suction pipe. projects inwards.
2. Install a differential pressure gauge with contact manometer 5.7.4 Stress-free pipe connections
to monitor the contamination process.
For the layout of piping, observe VDMA standard sheet 24277
5.6.5.2 Avoiding backflow
on stress-free pipe connections.
► Install a ball check valve between the suction pipe and the
suction connection of the pump to prevent operating liquid
from flowing back into the suction pipe after
pump/aggregate shut-down.
5.6.5.3 Isolating and shutting off pipes
 For maintenance and repair works

► Provide for shut-off devices in the suction, pressure and
operating liquid pipes.
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5.8 Fine adjustment of coupling 5.9 Motor adjustment

 Only for VZ 110G/140G/180G 1. Adjust the motor in a way which ensures that the coupling
halves are accurately aligned and use adjustment shims if
required.
CAUTION
2. Check the motor adjustment.
Risk of material damage caused by improper coupling ad-
3. Repeat the adjustment process if height or angular offset
justment!
have not yet been fully compensated.
► Accurately adjust the motor to the pump in case of height,
4. Then, tighten the motor screws.
lateral or angular offset.
► For detailed information and special couplings: 5.10 Electrical connection
( Manufacturer's specifications).
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
Risk of death from electric shock!
5.8.1 Checking coupling adjustment
► Any electrical works must be carried out by qualified electri-
 Auxiliary means, tools, material: cians only.
 feeler gauge ► Observe the IEC 30364 (DIN VDE 0100) and for potentially
 straightedge explosive areas the IEC 60079 (DIN VDE 0165) standard.
 dial gauge (possible with couplings with spacer)
 other suitable tools, e.g. laser adjustment tool DANGER
1 2 Risk of death from rotating parts!
► Make sure to only operate the pump/aggregate with all
covers (fan hood) installed.
5.10.1 Motor connection

A B
 Observe the specifications of the motor manufacturer.
1. Connect the motor in accordance with the circuit diagram.
2. Exclude any risk associated with electric power.
3. Install an Emergency-Stop button.
5.10.2 Checking direction of rotation
A B
DANGER
S Risk of death from rotating parts!
S
► Use protective equipment when carrying out any works on
the pump/aggregate.
1 Gauge
2 Straightedge ► Keep an adequate distance to rotating parts.
Fig. 14 Checking coupling adjustment CAUTION

 Coupling protection has been disassembled. Risk of material damage caused by dry running or incorrect
direction of rotation!
1. Take the measurements at the circumference of the cou-
pling in two planes with a 90° offset. ► Fill the pump/aggregate with operating liquid up to the
middle of the shaft ( Filling, page 18).
2. Check the light gap towards the outer diameter using a
straightedge (1):
 Position the straightedge over both coupling halves. 1. Switch the motor on and immediately off again.
 Adjust the motor if you detect a light gap at the outer 2. Check whether the direction of rotation of the motor is in
diameter (Motor adjustment, page 17). accordance with the arrow indicating the direction of rota-
3. Check the gap size using a feeler gauge (2): tion on the pump/aggregate.
 Permissible gap size ( Dimension drawing, page 35  Wrong direction of rotation may result in damage and es-
et seq.). cape of operating liquid at the mechanical seal.
 Use a feeler gauge to measure the gap (A) between
the coupling halves. RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
 If the measured gap size is impermissible, adjust the
motor Risk of death from electric shock!
( Motor adjustment, page 17). ► Any electrical works must be carried out by qualified electri-
4. Install the coupling protection. cians only.
► Observe the IEC 30364 (DIN VDE 0100) and for potentially
explosive areas the IEC 60079 (DIN VDE 0165) standard.
3. In case of deviating direction of rotation: Swap the two

phases.
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6 Operation
For pumps/aggregates in potentially explosive areas RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
( ATEX additional instructions) Risk of death from electric shock!
6.1 Preparations for commissioning ► Any electrical works must be carried out by qualified electri-
cians only.
6.1.1 Identifying pump type ► Observe the IEC 30364 (DIN VDE 0100) and for potentially
► Identify the pump/aggregate type explosive areas the IEC 60079 (DIN VDE 0165) standard.
( Nameplate, page 9).
 Pump/aggregate types vary, e.g. with regard to material,

suction capacity, type of shaft sealing, auxiliary operating WARNING
systems.
Risk of injuries caused by vacuum or harmful media to be
6.1.2 Removing preserving agent pumped and operating liquid!
 Only required for treated pumps/aggregates. ► Use protective equipment when carrying out any works on
► Remove preserving agent ( Removing preserving agent, the pump/aggregate.
page 14).
6.1.3 Checking shut-down period

CAUTION
► Shut-down periods > 1 year: contact the manufacturer and
ask for required measures. Risk of material damage caused by dry running!
► Shut-down periods < 1 year: take all steps as required for ► Make sure the pump/aggregate has been properly filled.
commissioning ( Commissioning, page 18).
6.1.4 Filling
CAUTION
1. Remove the screw plug from port UV ( Dimension draw-
ing, page 35 et seq.). Risk of cavitation when throttling down the suction flow!
2. Fill the pump/aggregate with operating liquid (water) maxi- Risk of cavitation when the fitting in the suction pipe is
mally up to the middle of the shaft. closed!
3. When operating liquid escapes from port UV, stop the filling ► Completely open the suction-side fitting and do not use it
process. for controlling the flow rate.
4. Screw the screw plug into port UV ► Open the pressure-side fitting.
( Dimension drawing, page 35 et seq.).
5. Open the suction-side fitting.
6. Open the pressure-side fitting.
CAUTION
7. Make sure all ports and connections are tight.
Risk of material damage caused by a closed pressure pipe!
6.2 Commissioning ► Do not operate the pump/aggregate when the pressure-side
fitting is closed.
6.2.1 Switch-on
► Observe the max. permissible operating limits ( Operating
 Pump/aggregate correctly set up and connected limits, page 30).
 Motor correctly set up and connected
 max. permissible pressure difference
 Coupling adjustment checked (VZ 110G/140G/180G)  max. permissible compression pressure
 All connections are stress-free and sealed  max. permissible operating liquid temperature
 max. permissible operating liquid viscosity
 If available: auxiliary operating systems ready for op-
 max. permissible operating liquid density
eration
 max. permissible temperature of the medium to be
 All safety devices installed and checked for proper pumped
functioning
 Pump/aggregate correctly prepared and filled
1. Open the pressure-side fitting.
DANGER 2. Open ventilation port (if available), fitting:
Risk of injuries caused by running pump/aggregate! 3. Switch on the motor.
► Do not touch a running pump/aggregate. 4. Open the fitting at the operating liquid side.
5. Open the suction-side fitting.
► Do not carry out any works while the pump/aggregate is in
operation. 6. Close the ventilation port (if available), fitting as soon as the
motor has reached its nominal speed.
7. Provide for a smooth running behaviour of the
pump/aggregate.
8. Check the pump/aggregate and connections for tightness.
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6.2.2 Switch-off
D
WARNING
Risk of injuries caused by vacuum or harmful media to be A
pumped and operating liquid!
the pump/aggregate.
U
1. Close the fitting at the operating liquid side.
2. Switch off the motor. F
L
3. Open the ventilation port (if available), fitting.
4. Check all connecting screws and tighten if required (only PIC
after initial commissioning).
01
6.3 Setting the operating liquid flow
S
rate
Fig. 16 Open circulation cooling
6.3.1 Continuous-flow cooling
► Switch on the aggregate.
D
► Set the pressure in the operating liquid pipe to max. 0.2 bar
overpressure (Diagram Fig. 15)
A
D
TIC
U 02
A
L F
PIC
01
F
L
S
PIC Fig. 17 Open circulation cooling with temperature control
01
S D
Fig. 15 Continuous-flow cooling
A
6.3.2 Open circulation cooling
► Set the pressure in the operating liquid pipe to max. 0.2 bar
overpressure (Diagram Fig. 16, 17, 18) U
F
L
LIC
03
Fig. 18 Open circulation cooling with controlled liquid feed

► Observe the permissible operating liquid temperature
(Operating liquid, page 32)
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6.3.3 Closed circulation cooling ► Implement the following measures when taking the
pump/aggregate out of operation:
► Set the pressure in the operating liquid pipe to a value
which is 0.1 bar smaller than the compression pressure Vacuum pump Measure
(Diagram Fig. 19) is
shut down ► Shortly operate (approx. 5 minutes)

D while remain- the pump at intervals of at least one
ing ready for month but not exceeding 3 months
operation (Commissioning, page 18).
A
shut down for ► Implement measures in accordance
TIC a longer pe- with the condition of the operating
riod of time liquid
02 ( Table 8 Measures depending on
RK the behaviour of the operating liquid).
drained ► Close all fittings.

L VK
disassembled ► Disconnect the motor from the power
supply and secure it against unauthor-
U PIC ized switch-on.
01
F stored ► Observe the measures to be imple-
S mented for storage
( Storage, page 12)
Fig. 19 Closed circulation cooling
Tab. 8 Measures to be taken when putting the pump out of
► Observe the permissible operating liquid temperature operation
(Operating liquid, page 32)
Pos. Meaning Operat- Duration of shut-down

ing (process-dependent)
S Suction connection liquid
Short Long
L Ventilation port
Water ► Drain ► Drain pump
D Pressure connection pump/aggregate /aggregate and
and separator. separator.
A Overflow
► Treat pump/
U Circulation liquid aggregate with a
preserving agent
F Fresh liquid
( Preservation,
VK Feed-in cooling agent page 12)
RK Return cooling agent Other - ► Drain pump/

media aggregate and
TIC Temperature separator.
PIC Pressure ► Treat pump/
aggregate with a
LIC Filling level preserving agent
( Preservation,
Tab. 7 Legend of symbols page 12)
6.4 Decommissioning Tab. 9 Measures depending on the behaviour of the operating

liquid
WARNING
6.5 Re-commissioning
Risk of injuries caused by vacuum or harmful media to be
pumped and operating liquid! Shut-down periods > 1 year:
► Use protective equipment when carrying out any works on 1. Prepare commissioning ( Preparations for commission-
the pump/aggregate. ing, page 18).
► Reliably collect escaping media to be pumped and dispose 2. Perform commissioning procedures ( Commissioning,
of in an environmentally-friendly way. page 18).
3. Monitor the vacuum pump/vacuum pump aggregate follow-
ing commissioning ( Monitoring, page 21).
6.6 Operating stand-by aggregate

 Stand-by pump/aggregate filled
 Operate the stand-by aggregate at least once per week.
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3. Check shaft sealing:

7 Maintenance and servicing  Mechanical seals are maintenance-free sealing systems.
 For pumps/aggregates in potentially explosive areas  In case of leaks: Have the mechanical seal with auxil-
( ATEX additional instructions). iary seals replaced by service staff or the manufac-
 A qualified service team provides support for assembly and turer. Have auxiliary operating systems (if available)
repair works. Provide a certificate documenting the safety of checked for proper functioning.
the media to be pumped (DIN safety data sheet or certifi-
cate of conformity when ordering this service ( Certificate
7.2 Rinsing off contaminations
of conformity, page 41).
DANGER
7.1 Monitoring
Risk of injuries caused by hot, harmful or environmentally
 Inspection intervals depend on the operational strain on the hazardous media to be pumped!
pump/aggregate. ► Do not rinse when delivering harmful or environmentally
hazardous media with the aggregate.
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK ► Use protective equipment when carrying out any works on
Risk of death from electric shock! the pump/aggregate.
cians only.
7.2.1 Minor fine-grained contamination
explosive areas the IEC 60079 (DIN VDE 0165) standard. 1. Switch on the pump/aggregate.
2. Remove the screw plugs Ue
(Dimension drawing, page 35 et seq.).
DANGER 3. Collect contamination and escaping operating liquid and
dispose of in an environmentally-compatible way.
Risk of injuries caused by running pump/aggregate!
4. Screw in the screw plugs.
► Do not touch a running pump/aggregate.
7.2.2 Major fine-grained contamination
► Do not carry out any works on the running aggregate.
► Replace screw plugs Ue by fittings.
► Close fittings before switching on the pump/aggregate.
WARNING ► Fill the pump/aggregate with operating liquid up to the
middle of the shaft.
Risk of injuries caused by vacuum and harmful media to be
pumped and operating liquid! 1. Switch on the pump.
► Use protective equipment when carrying out any works on 2. Open the fittings for drainage.
the pump/aggregate.
3. Collect contamination and escaping operating liquid and
dispose of in an environmentally-compatible way.
1. Check at appropriate intervals:
 deposits on pump, aggregate and separator (if avail-
able)
 compliance with the operating liquid flow rate
 compliance with the operating liquid temperature
 compliance with the max. permissible compression
pressure
 compliance with the limit values applicable to the de-
livery of liquids
 power consumption of the drive
 contamination of the drive
 contamination of filters (if available)
 running noise of the rolling bearings
(VZ 110G/140G/180G/motors)
 normal operating conditions unchanged
 wear on elastic coupling elements
(only VZ 110G/140G/180G)
2. For trouble-free operation, ensure the following:
 no dry running
 no leaks
 no cavitation
 open gate valves at the suction side
 free and clean filters
 no unusual running noise or vibrations
 no impermissible leaks at the shaft sealing
 proper functioning of the auxiliary operating systems
(if available)
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7.3 Preventing calcification 7.4.1 Return to manufacturer

 Pump/aggregate shut down.
 Calcification results in excessive wear of moistened pump
parts and increases the power consumption of the drive.  Pump/aggregate depressurized.
9,0  Pump completely drained.
Area of protective coating
and calcification  Electrical connections isolated and motor secured
8,5 against re-start.
 Auxiliary operating systems shut down, depressurized
and drained (if available).
8,0
pH value
 Connecting line disassembled.

Equilibrium curve
7,5
 Manometer lines, manometer and fixtures removed.
1. Loosen fixing screws.
7,0 2. Lift the pump/aggregate out of the system ( Transport,

Area of page 11).
material abrasion 3. Decontaminate pump/aggregate.
6,5
4. Attach transport and sealing cover.
2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 24
5. Send a certificate of conformity to the manufacturer. If
carbonate hardness [°dH]
required, request a certificate of conformity from the manu-
Fig. 20 Equilibrium characteristic facturer.
7.4.2 Spare parts
• Operating liquid: water
• Water temperature 17 °C
 Spare parts are available from your supplier or the manu-
facturer.
► pH value and carbonate hardness should intersect at a The following data are required for spare part orders.
point which lies max. 0.2 above the equilibrium curve to
avoid deposits and excessive corrosion in the vacuum  Number of the pump/aggregate
pump/vacuum pump aggregate. (Nameplate, page 9).
 Type of pump/aggregate
► Treat the operating liquid with a suitable agent. (Nameplate, page 9).
 Item number of spare part
7.4 Disassembly (Cross-sectional drawing, page 36 et seq.).
 Designation of spare part
DANGER (Cross-sectional drawing, page 36 et seq.).
 Number of spare parts.
Risk of injuries caused by running pump/aggregate!
► Do not touch a running pump/aggregate. 7.4.3 Pump/aggregate repairs
1. The following must be observed during assembly:
► Do not carry out any works while the pump/aggregate is in  Worn parts must be replaced by original spare parts.
operation.  Remove the old seals and insert new ones in a distor-
tion-proof manner.
► Prior to carrying out any assembly or maintenance works,  The required tightening torques must be observed
de-energize the motor and protect it against restart. ( Tightening torques, page 33).
2. Clean all parts.
3. Install the pump/aggregate into the system ( Set-up and
Risk of death from electric shock! connection, page 14).
cians only.
explosive areas the IEC 60079 (DIN VDE 0165) standard.
WARNING
Risk of injuries caused by vacuum and harmful media to be
pumped and operating liquid!
the pump/aggregate.
► Make sure the pump/aggregate is depressurized.
► After having drained the pump, reliably collect operating
liquid and media to be pumped and dispose of in an envi-
ronmentally-compatible way.
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7.4.4 Disassembly of VZ 30/50 7.4.6 Disassembly of VZ 110G/140G/180G

 Cross-sectional drawing VZ 30/50 ( page 36)  Cross-sectional drawing VZ 110G/140G/180G ( page 40)
 The aggregate has been removed from the system  The pump has been removed from the system and is
and is positioned in a clean and level assembly area. positioned in a clean and level assembly area.
1. Disassembly of suction casing 1. Disassembly of bearing housing and discharge casing
 Position the aggregate on the fan hood.  Position the pump vertically. Drive side pointing down.
 Loosen the screws (914) on the suction casing (106).  Loosen the screws (901) on the bearing cover (360).
 Take off the suction casing (106).  Take off the bearing cover (360).
2. Disassembly of inter casings, stage casings and impellers  Loosen the screws (901.2) on the bearing housing
(330).
 Remove the inter casing (137).  Pull off the bearing housing (330) and the deep groove
 Remove the O-ring (412). ball bearing (320) by means of a suitable puller.
 Remove the stage casing (110).  Remove the shaft sealing casing (441) from the dis-
 Pull the impeller (230) off the motor shaft. charge casing (107).
 Remove the fitting key (940.1) from the motor shaft.  Remove the O-ring (412.1) from the discharge casing
 Remove the inter casing (137.1). (107).
 Remove the O-ring (412).  Remove the discharge casing (107).
 Remove the stage casing (110.1). 2. Disassembly of mechanical seal
 Pull the impeller (230.1) off the motor shaft.
 Remove the fitting key (940) from the motor shaft.  Pull the rotating unit of the mechanical seal (047.1) off
 Remove the inter casing (137.2). the shaft (211).
 Remove the O-ring (412).  Pull the washer (550) off the shaft (211).
3. Disassembly of discharge casing 3. Disassembly of inter casings, stage casings and impellers
 Loosen the nuts (920) on the motor flange.  Remove the inter casing (137.2).
 Pull off the discharge casing (107).  Remove the O-ring (412).
 Remove the stage casing (110.1).
4. Disassembly of mechanical seal  Pull the impeller (230.1) off the shaft (211).
 Pull the rotating unit of the mechanical seal (047) off  Remove the fitting key (940.1) from the shaft (211).
the motor shaft.  Remove the inter casing (137.1).
 Pull the spacer ring (504) off the motor shaft.  Remove the O-ring (412).
 Push the stationary unit of the mechanical seal (047)  Remove the stage casing (110).
out of the discharge casing.  Pull the impeller (230) off the shaft (211).
 Remove the fitting key (940) from the shaft (211).
7.4.5 Disassembly of VZ 110/140/180
4. Disassembly of bearing housing and suction casing
 Cross-sectional drawing VZ 110/140/180 ( page 38)
 Rotate the pump 180°. Drive side pointing up.
 The aggregate has been removed from the system  Loosen the screws (901.2) on the bearing housing
and is positioned in a clean and level assembly area. (330).
1. Disassembly of discharge casing  Pull off the bearing housing (330) and the shaft (211)
by means of a suitable puller.
 Position the aggregate on the fan hood.
 Remove the O-ring (412.1) from the suction casing
 Loosen the screws (901.1) on the discharge casing
(106).
(107).
 Clamp the pump shaft (211) vertically between the pro-
 Take off the discharge casing (107).
tective jaws of a bench vice.
2. Disassembly of inter casings, stage casings and impellers  Remove the fitting key (940.2) from the shaft (211).
 Remove the inter casing (137.2).  Loosen the screws (901) on the bearing cover (360.1).
 Remove the O-ring (412).  Remove the bearing cover (360.1).
 Remove the stage casing (110.1).  Remove the locking ring (932) from the shaft (211).
 Pull the impeller (230.1) off the motor shaft.  Use a suitable puller to pull the bearing housing (330)
 Remove the fitting key (940.1) from the motor shaft. and the deep groove ball bearing off the shaft (211).
 Remove the inter casing (137.1).  Remove the shaft sealing casing (441) from the shaft
(211).
 Remove the O-ring (412).
 Push the deep groove ball bearing (320) out of the
 Remove the stage casing (110).
bearing housings (330).
 Pull the impeller (230) off the motor shaft.
 Remove the fitting key (940) from the motor shaft. 5. Disassembly of mechanical seal
 Remove the inter casing (137).  Pull the rotating unit of the mechanical seal (047) off
 Remove the O-ring (412). the shaft (211).
3. Disassembly of suction casing  Pull the washer (550) off the shaft (211).
 Push the stationary units of the mechanical seal (047/
 Loosen the hexagon head screws (901) on the motor 047.1) out of the shaft sealing casings (441).
flange.
 Pull the suction casing (106) off the motor flange.
4. Disassembly of mechanical seal
 Pull the rotating unit of the mechanical seal (047) off
the motor shaft.
 Pull the spacer sleeve (525) off the motor shaft.
 Push the stationary unit of the mechanical seal (047)
out of the suction casing (106).
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7.4.7 Preparations for assembly 7.4.8 Assembly of VZ 30/50
CAUTION  Cross-sectional drawing VZ 30/50 ( page 36)

1. Installation of mechanical seal with rotating unit
Improper assembly results in pump/aggregate damage!  Position the motor on the fan hood.
 Push the spacer ring (504) onto the motor shaft.
► Assemble the pump/aggregate in accordance with the  Moisten the auxiliary seal of the rotating unit (047) with
principal rules of mechanical engineering. lubricant (grease containing PTFE).
 Push the rotating unit (047) onto the motor shaft by a
► Use original spare parts only. screwing movement in the sense of winding of the
spring.
► For pump/aggregate assembly, consult the corresponding
cross-sectional drawing. 2. Pre-assembly of discharge casing
► Assemble the pump/aggregate in a clean and level assem-  Screw the stud bolts (902) into the discharge casing
bly area. (107).
3. Installation of mechanical seal, stationary unit
The following must be observed during assembly:
 Moisten the auxiliary seal of the stationary unit with lu-
 Replace seals.
bricant (alcohol, water).
 Install only clean parts.
 Manually push the stationary unit (047) into the dis-
 Install only inspected and flawless parts. charge casing (107).
 Keep the sliding surfaces of the mechanical seal free
of dirt and grease. 4. Installation of discharge casing
 Observe the specified tightening torques  Adjust the discharge casing (107) (pressure connec-
( Tightening torques, page 33). tion opposite the motor foot), force it onto the motor
flange and fasten (550, 920).
 Please verify that the
 Push the cylindrical pin (562) into the small bore on the
spring of mechanical seal 047 is always right-handed while
that of mechanical seal 047.1 is discharge casing (107).
left-handed (refer to Fig.21 and 22). 5. Installation of inter casings, stage casings and impellers
 Screw the inter casing (137.2) into the discharge cas-
ing (107).
3 1 2 047  The flushing hole in the inter casing must be positioned
above the flushing channel in the discharge casing
(107).
 Insert an O-ring (412) into the discharge casing (107).
 Push the fitting key (940) into the motor shaft.
 Push the impeller (230.1) onto the motor shaft.
 The impeller blades must be tilted in the direction of ro-
tation.
 Force the stage casing (110.1) into the discharge cas-
ing (107).
 Push the cylindrical pin (562) into the bore of the stage
1 Rotating unit (047/RU)
casing (110.1).
2 Stationary unit (047/SU)  Insert the inter casing (137.1) into the stage casing
3 Right-handed spring, (view towards sealing ring) (110.1).
 Insert an O-ring (412) into the stage casing (110.1).
Fig. 21 Mechanical seal of shaft rotating clockwise (view to-  Push the fitting key (940.1) into the motor shaft.
wards pump)  Push the impeller (230) onto the motor shaft.
 The impeller blades must be tilted in the direction of ro-
3 2 1 tation.
047.1  Force the stage casing (110) into the stage casing
(110.1).
casing (110.1).
 Insert the inter casing (137) into the stage casing
(110).
 Insert an O-ring (412) into the stage casing (110).
6. Installation of suction casing
 Adjust the suction casing (106) (suction connection
opposite the motor foot) and force it into the stage cas-
1 Rotating unit (047.1/RU) ing (110).
 For gas ejector operation, a guide plate (170) has to be
2 Stationary unit (047.1/SU)
placed inside the suction casing.
3 Left-handed spring, (view towards sealing ring)  Plug screws (914) into the suction casing (106) and
fasten it to the discharge casing (107).
Fig. 22 Mechanical seal of shaft rotating anti-clockwise (view
 Screw in all screw plugs (903) with new seals.
towards pump)
 Put the aggregate on the motor feet.
 Verify unobstructed movement of the aggregate. Ro-
tate the fan wheel.
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7.4.9 Assembly of VZ 110/140/180 7.4.10 Assembly of VZ 110G/140G/180G

 Cross-sectional drawing VZ 110/140/180 ( page 38)  Cross-sectional drawing VZ 110G/140G/180G ( page 40)
1. Installation of mechanical seal with rotating unit 1. Installation of mechanical seal (047) with rotating unit
 Position the motor on the fan hood.  Push the washer (550) onto the drive side of the pump
 Push the spacer sleeve (525) onto the motor shaft. shaft (211).
 Moisten the auxiliary seal of the rotating unit (047) with  Moisten the auxiliary seal of the rotating unit (047) with
lubricant (grease containing PTFE). lubricant (grease containing PTFE).
 Push the rotating unit (047) onto the motor shaft by a  Push the rotating unit (047) onto the pump shaft by a
screwing movement in the sense of winding of the screwing movement in the sense of winding of the
spring. spring.
2. Installation of mechanical seal with stationary unit 2. Installation of mechanical seal (047) with stationary unit
 Moisten the auxiliary seal of the stationary unit with lu-  Moisten the auxiliary seal of the stationary unit with lu-
bricant (alcohol, water). bricant (alcohol, water).
 Manually push the stationary unit (047) into the suction  Manually press the stationary unit (047) into the shaft
casing (106). sealing casing (411).
3. Installation of suction casing 3. Installation of bearing at the drive side
 Force the suction casing (106) onto the motor flange.  Vertically clamp the pump shaft (211) - drive side
Adjust the suction connection in parallel with the termi- pointing up - between the protective jaws of a bench
nal box of the motor and screw it to the motor flange vice.
(550, 901).  Push the shaft sealing casing (411) onto the pump
 For gas ejector operation, a guide plate (170) has to be shaft.
placed inside the suction casing.  Press-fit the deep groove ball bearing (320) into the
 Push the cylindrical pin (562) into the bore of the suc- bearing housing (330).
tion casing (106).  Push the bearing housing (330) and the deep groove
4. Installation of inter casings, stage casings and impellers ball bearing onto the pump shaft (211).
 Fasten the locking ring (932) to the pump shaft (211).
 Insert the inter casing (137) into the suction casing  Centre the bearing cover (360.1) on the bearing hous-
(106). ing (330) and adjust it.
 Insert an O-ring (412) into the suction casing (106).  Insert screws into the bearing cover (360.1) and fasten
 Push the fitting key (940) into the motor shaft. the bearing cover (360.1) to the bearing housing (330).
 Push the impeller (230) onto the motor shaft.  Push the fitting key (940) into the pump shaft (drive
 The impeller blades must be tilted in the direction of ro- side).
tation.
4. Installation of suction casing
 Force the stage casing (110) into the suction casing
(106).  Position the suction casing (106) horizontally (outside
 Push the cylindrical pin (562) into the bore of the stage pointing up).
casing (110).  Insert the pump shaft (211) into the suction casing
 Insert the inter casing (137.1) into the stage casing (106), centre the shaft sealing casing (441) in the suc-
(110). tion casing and adjust it to the bearing housing (330)
 Insert an O-ring (412) into the stage casing (110). (opening in the bearing bracket pointing towards the
 Push the fitting key (940.1) into the motor shaft. pump foot).
 Push the impeller (230.1) onto the shaft.  Insert the screws (901.2) into the bearing bracket and
 The impeller blades must be tilted in the direction of ro- screw it to the suction casing (106).
tation.  Rotate the suction casing (106) 180° (drive side of the
 Force the stage casing (110.1) into the stage casing pump shaft pointing down).
(110).  Push the grooved pin (561) into the bore of the suction
 Push the cylindrical pin (562) into the bore of the stage casing (106).
casing (110.1).  For gas ejector operation, a guide plate (170) has to be
 Insert the inter casing (137.2) into the stage casing placed inside the suction casing.
(110.1).
5. Installation of discharge casing
 Force the discharge casing (107) into the stage casing
(110.1). Adjust the feet of the discharge/suction casing
in parallel.
 Plug screws (901.1) into the discharge casing (107)
and screw it to the suction casing (106).
 Insert an O-ring (412.1) into the discharge casing.
 Force the bearing cover (360) into the discharge cas-
ing, adjust it and fasten it to the discharge casing by
means of screws (914).
 Screw in all screw plugs (903.3) with new seals.
 Put the aggregate on the pump feet.
 Verify unobstructed movement of the aggregate. Ro-
tate the fan wheel.
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5. Installation of inter casings, stage casings and impellers

 Insert the inter casing (137) into the suction casing
(106).
 Insert an O-ring (412) into the suction casing (106).
 Push the fitting key (940) into the pump shaft.
 Push the impeller (230) onto the motor shaft.
 The impeller blades must be tilted in the direction of rota-
tion.
 Force the stage casing (110) into the suction casing
(106).
casing (110).
 Insert the inter casing (137.1) into the stage casing
(110).
 Insert an O-ring (412) into the stage casing (110).
 Push the fitting key (940.1) into the pump shaft.
 Push the impeller (230.1) onto the shaft.
 The impeller blades must be tilted in the direction of rota-
tion.
 Force the stage casing (110.1) into the stage casing
(110).
casing (110.1).
 Insert the inter casing (137.2) into the stage casing
(110.1).
6. Installation of the discharge casing (107)
 Force the discharge casing (107) into the stage casing
(110.1). Adjust the feet of the discharge/suction casing
in parallel.
 Plug screws (901.1) into the discharge casing (107)
and screw it to the suction casing (106).
7. Installation of mechanical seal (047) with rotating unit
 Push the washer (550) onto the pump shaft.
 Moisten the auxiliary seal of the rotating unit (047.1)
with lubricant (grease containing PTFE).
 Push the rotating unit (047.1) onto the pump shaft by a
screwing movement in the sense of winding of the
spring.
8. Installation of mechanical seal (047) with stationary unit
 Moisten the auxiliary seal of the stationary unit with lu-
bricant (alcohol, water).
 Manually push the stationary unit (047.1) into the shaft
sealing casing (411).
9. Installation of bearing
 Insert an O-ring (412.1) into the discharge casing.
 Force the shaft sealing casing (441) into the discharge
casing and adjust.
 Push the bearing housing (330) onto the shaft sealing
casing and adjust.
 Insert the screws (901.2) into the discharge casing and
tighten them.
 Press-fit the deep groove ball bearing (320) into the
bearing bracket (330).
 Centre the bearing cover (360) on the bearing bracket
(330) and adjust it.
 Insert the screws (901) into the bearing bracket (330)
and tighten them.
 Screw in all screw plugs (903.3) with new seals.
 Position the pump horizontally.
 Verify unobstructed movement of the pump. Rotate the
pump shaft.
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8 Troubleshooting
DANGER
Risk of injuries caused by running aggregate!
► Do not touch the running aggregate.
► Do not carry out any works on the running aggregate.

► Prior to carrying out any assembly or maintenance works, de-energize the motor and protect it against restart.

Risk of death from electric shock!
► Any electrical works must be carried out by qualified electricians only.
► Observe the IEC 30364 (DIN VDE 0100) and for potentially explosive areas the IEC 60079 (DIN VDE 0165) standard.
WARNING
Risk of injuries caused by vacuum and harmful media to be pumped and operating liquid!
► Use protective equipment when carrying out any works on the pump/aggregate.
► Make sure the pump/aggregate is depressurized.
► Drain the pump. Reliably collect operating liquid and media to be pumped and dispose of in an environmentally-compatible way.
If the machine operator is not able to rectify occurring defects himself, he has to call the person responsible for machine maintenance.
If the maintenance staff is not able to rectify the defect, the manufacturer has to be informed accordingly. The manufacturer will provide
troubleshooting support if he gets a detailed description of the defect.
Technical support address

Speck Pumpen Vakuumtechnik GmbH
Regensburger Ring 6 – 8, 91154 Roth / Germany
PO Box 1453, 91142 Roth / Germany
Phone: +49 (0) 9171 809 0
Fax: +49 (0) 9171 809 10
E-mail: [email protected]
Internet: www.speck-pumps.de
.
Defect Cause Rectification
Motor does not start Motor
One phase of the power supply is interrupted ► Check the power supply, check the motor
Two phases of the power supply are interrupted ► Check the power supply
The motor protection switch has tripped ► Switch on the motor protection switch
The motor is blocked ► Check the motor
Pump is blocked
Impeller/inter casing is subject to corrosion ► Use rust remover to overcome the blockage
of the pump
Ice inside the pump (solidified operating liquid) ► Carefully heat up and defrost the pump
Contaminations or foreign bodies inside the pump ► Flush/disassemble the pump, clean it
Pump calcification ► Descale the pump
Blocked/defective impeller ► Provide for a correct gap size of the inter

casing/impeller or replace
Defective motor bearing ► Replace the motor bearing
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Motor protection triggered Short-circuit in the motor winding ► Check the motor winding
Motor protection switch has not been correctly ► Check setting/replace the motor protection
set/is defective switch
Motor overload ► Check/reduce the operating liquid flow rate
Excessive backpressure in the outlet nozzle ► Reduce backpressure
Excessive share of liquid in the suction flow ► Reduce the share of liquid
Blocked suction-side fitting ► Open the suction-side fitting
Motor or pump blocked ► Motor does not start
Excessive power con- Motor overload ► Check/reduce the operating liquid flow rate
sumption of the motor
Excessive backpressure in the outlet nozzle ► Reduce backpressure
Excessive share of liquid in the suction flow ► Reduce the share of liquid
Blocked suction-side fitting ► Open the suction-side fitting
Density/viscosity of the operating liquid is too high ► Use an operating liquid complying with the
density recommended in the data sheet.
Contact the manufacturer
Impeller rubs against the inter casing ► Disassemble the pump, properly set the inter
casing/impeller gap size
Pump contamination/calcification ► Flush/descale/disassemble the pump, clean

it
Pump does not produce Lacking operating liquid ► Check the operating liquid supply
vacuum
Leak in the suction pipe ► Check/seal the suction pipe and connections
Wrong direction of rotation of the motor ► Check direction of rotation/swap the 2

phases if need be
Insufficient vacuum Leaking system ► Check the system, seal leaking spots
Excessive operating liquid flow rate ► Reduce operating liquid flow rate
Insufficient operating liquid flow rate ► Increase operating liquid flow rate
Operating liquid too hot ► Cool down the operating liquid
Leak in the suction pipe ► Check/seal the suction pipe and connections
Wrong direction of rotation of the motor ► Check direction of rotation/swap the 2

phases if need be
Motor speed too low ► Increase speed, contact the manufacturer
Gas or liquid channels subject to calcification ► Descale/disassemble the pump, clean it
Internal components are subject to wear ► Replace the affected components
Worn-out control valve ► Replace the control valve
Worn-out shaft sealing ► Replace the shaft sealing
Amount of drained liquid too small ► Provide for free drainage of the liquid and
ensure that the connections are not obstructed
Pump has not been correctly dimensioned ► Replace the pump
Strange noise Pump cavitation ► Install an anti-cavitation valve or equip the

suction pipe with a ventilation valve
Excessive share of steam in the suction flow ► Reduce the share of steam or provide for
condensation upstream the pump
Suction-side fitting closed ► Open the suction-side fitting or provide for

(excessive inlet pressure) cavitation protection
Excessive operating liquid flow rate ► Reduce operating liquid flow rate
Excessive speed ► Reduce speed, contact the manufacturer
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Leaking pump Defective shaft sealing ► Replace the shaft sealing
Defective casing sealing ► Provide the pump with new sealing
Worn-out casing components ► Replace the affected components
Loosened connecting screws/screw plugs ► Tighten the screws, replace the sealing
Pump does not run Excessive operating liquid flow rate ► Reduce operating liquid flow rate
smooth
Overload in the pipe system ► Check the pipe connections/pump fixa-
tion/bearing clearance of the pipe clamps
Air pocket in the pipe ► Change the pipe system layout
Pump distorted/improperly adjusted ► Check adjustment/re-adjust
Resonance vibrations in the pipe system ► Check the pipe connections and, if required,
use a compensator
Imbalanced impeller ► Balance/replace impeller
Deposits on the impeller ► Clean/replace impeller
Defective pump or motor bearing ► Replace pump or motor bearing
Tab. 10 Troubleshooting
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9 Technical data
9.1 Operating limits
 Inlet pressure
 Compression pressure
 Pressure difference
 Medium to be pumped
 Operating liquid
 Speed
 Switching frequency
VZ 30/50
Pressure [mbar] Operating liquid
Min. inlet pressure 33 Temperature [°C]
Perm. compression pressure 200 Max. 80
Perm. pressure difference Min. - 10
3
Max. 1200 Density [kg/m ]
Min. 50 Max. 1200
2
Medium to be pumped Viscosity [mm /s]
Temperature [°C] Max. 90
-1
Dry 160 Speed [min ]
Saturated 80 Max. 3500
Tab. 11 Operating limits VZ 30/50
VZ 110/ VZ110G
3
Min. 200 Max. 1200
2
-1
Tab. 12 Operating limits VZ 110/110G
VZ 140/140G
3
Min. 200 Max. 1200
2
-1
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VZ 180/180G
3
Min. 200 Max. 1200
2
-1
9.1.1 Media to be pumped

• dry and wet gases which are not explosive, inflammable,
aggressive or toxic
• air or air-steam mixtures
 which are free of solids
 which contain small amounts of light particulate mat-
ters
9.1.2 Operating liquid
 water having a pH value of 6 to 9, free of solids
 for other pH values or operating liquids, please consult
the manufacturer
9.1.3 Switching frequency
The max.switching frequency of 20 switching cycles per hour
should not be exceeded.
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9.2 General technical data 9.2.4 Operating liquid

The following data refer to standard values. For deviating data, Water
please consult the manufacturer. • having a pH value of 6 to 9, free of solids (e.g. sand)
9.2.1 Weight • for deviating pH values or operating liquids, please consult
the manufacturer
Type Weight [kg] 9.2.4.1 Flow rate
9.2.4.2 Delivery of liquids
VZ 30 31
 maximum permissible delivery of water via the inlet
VZ 50 34 nozzle
9.2.4.3 Filling volume
VZ 110 92
Type Flow rate Max. liquid Filling
VZ 110G 73
[l/min] delivery volume up
3
VZ 140 110 [m /h] to middle of
80 mbar/
15 °C the shaft
VZ 140G 75 [l]
VZ 180 132 VZ 30 3.8 0.4 0.7
VZ 180G 85 VZ 50 4.5 0.18 1.0
VZ 110/ 16 0.6 4.0

Tab. 15 Weight
VZ 110G
9.2.2 Sound level VZ 140/ 16 0.6 5.5

VZ 140G
Type 1m measured surface sound pressure
level VZ 180/ 16 0.6 7.0
L [dB (A)] * VZ 180G
50 Hz 60 Hz Tab. 18 Filling volumes
VZ 30 60 62
9.2.5 Medium to be pumped
VZ 50 60 62
Gases and vapours
VZ 110/110G 65 66 • dry or wet, not explosive, inflammable, aggressive or toxic
VZ 140/140G 65 66 • air or air-steam mixtures which are free of solids
• which contain small amounts of light particulate matters
VZ 180/180G 65 66
For explosive, inflammable, aggressive or toxic gases and va-
* Measured surface sound pressure level in acc. with DIN EN pours, please consult the manufacturer.
ISO 3744, at 1 m distance with average throttling (80 mbar
abs.) and connected pipes, tolerance ± 3 dB (A)
Tab. 16 Sound pressure level
9.2.3 Drive power

Type Rated motor Rated motor Direction
power speed of rota-
-1
[kW] [min ] tion as
seen
50 Hz 60 Hz 50 Hz 60 Hz from the
drive
VZ 30 1.1 1.5 2850 3450 clockwise
VZ 50 1.5 2.2 2850 3450 clockwise
VZ 3.0 4.0 1450 1750 clockwise

110/VZ
110G
VZ 140/ 4.0 5.5 1450 1750 clockwise

VZ 140G
VZ 180 5.5 8.2 1450 1750 clockwise

VZ 180G
Tab. 17 Drive power
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9.2.6 Operating connections 9.3 Tightening torques

Type Process water Suction Pressure  The following values apply to new screws and nuts.
connection connection connection ► Tighten the screws crosswise by means of a torque wrench.
Size Shap Size Shap Size Shap 9.3.1 Tightening torques for screws
e e e
VZ 30 G ¼“ T G 1“ G G 1“ T Size Property class Tightening torque

[Nm]
VZ 50 G ¼“ T G 1“ G G 1“ T
M8 8.8 25
VZ110 G ½“ T DN 40 F DN 40 F
M 10 8.8 51
VZ 110G G ½“ T DN 40 F DN 40 F
M 12 8.8 89
VZ 140 G ½“ T DN 40 F DN 40 F
Tab. 22 Tightening torques for screws
VZ 140G G ½“ T DN 40 F DN 40 F
VZ 180 G ½“ T DN 40 F DN 40 F 9.3.2 Tightening torques for screws

VZ 180G G ½“ T DN 40 F DN 40 F (Casing material: EN-GJL-250/ CuZn)
Shape: T = Thread, F= Flange Size Property class Tightening torque [Nm]
M6 8.8 8.5
Tab. 19 Operating connections
M8 8.8 12
9.2.7 Mechanical seal M 10 8.8 25
All pumps offer mechanical seals with integrated flush.
Typical features are M 12 8.8 40
 single seal M 16 8.8 90

 not pressure-relieved
 conical spring Tab. 23 Tightening torques for screws in cast-iron casings
 dependent on the direction of rotation
Special versions 9.3.3 Tightening torques for screws
 double-acting mechanical seals (Casing material 1.4301/ 1.4571)
 cartridge units
Size Property class Tightening torque [Nm]
9.2.8 Ambient conditions
M6 A2/ A4 7.3
 Operation under other ambient conditions has to be agreed
with the manufacturer. M8 A2/ A4 17.5
Temperature Relative humidity [%] Set-up M 10 A2/ A4 35
[°C] altitude
long-term short-term above sea M 12 A2/ A4 60
level [m]
M 16 A2/ A4 144
+5 to +40 ≤ 85 ≤ 100 ≤ 1000
Tab. 24 Tightening torques for screws in stainless steel casings
Tab. 20 Ambient conditions
9.2.9 Min. clearances for heat dissipation

Type Min. clearance fan hood –
adjacent surface [mm]
VZ 30/50 35
VZ 110/140/180 55
VZ 110G/140G/180G
Tab. 21 Min. clearances for heat dissipation
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9.3.4 Tightening torques for screw plugs 9.5.1 Preservation filling volumes
(Casing material: EN-GJL-250/ CuZn) Type Filling volume Filling volume
Size Property class inside outside system
Tightening torque
[Nm] system [ litre ]
[ litre ]
G 1/8 A 5.8 12
VZ 30 1 approx. 2.4
G¼A 5.8 15
VZ 50 1,2 approx. 2.6
G 3/8 A 5.8 30
VZ 110/VZ 100 G 3 approx. 8
G½A 5.8 40
VZ 140/VZ 140 G 4,5 approx. 9.5
G¾A 5.8 60
VZ 180/VZ 180G 6 approx. 11
Tab. 25 Tightening torques for screw plugs in stainless steel
casings Tab. 29 Preservation filling volumes
9.3.5 Tightening torques for cylindrical pipe 9.6 Test pressure for pressure test
nipples Use water for the pressure test. The maximum permissible
pressure is 3 bar.
(Casing material: EN-GJL-250/ CuZn)
Size Tightening torque [Nm] 9.7 Accessories

Accessories included within the scope of supply are listed on the
G 1/4 A 30
delivery note.
G 1/2 A 65
G1A 230
Tab. 26 Tightening torques for cylindrical pipe nipples
9.3.6 Conical pipe fittings

The above specified tightening torques do not apply to conical
screw-in threads. Here, tightness is not achieved by using a
specific tightening torque but by additional sealing material (e.g.
Teflon® tape, adhesive).
9.4 Permissible forces acting on the

pump nozzles
Size Inlet/outlet nozzles
Torque [Nm] Force [N]
DN 25 75 250
DN 40 100 320
DN 50 140 430
Tab. 27 Permissible forces acting on the pump nozzles
9.5 Preserving agents

 Rivolta preserving agent (recommended) or comparable
products
Type of Period of Inside/outside Repeat in-
storage storage preservation side/outside
[months] treatment
[months]
in 1–3 Rivolta 3
closed, K.S.P.130
dry and
>3 ( 1.2 Applica-
dust-free ble
rooms documents,
page 4 ).
Tab. 28 Preserving agents
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10 Appendix
 The appendix contains:
• dimensions of the individual aggregates (dimension drawings)

• spare parts designation and position (cross-sectional drawings)
• certificate of conformity
• declaration of conformity
10.1 Dimension drawing VZ 30/50
Fig. 23 Dimension drawing VZ 30/50
Type Motor size a h3 u1 u2 w z z2 A AB BB C H HA HD
VZ 30 80 119 160 43 123 196 433 401 125 153 125 50 80 10 231
VZ 50 90S 159 170 43 123 242 473 441 140 170 155 56 90 11 240
Tab. 30 Dimension chart VZ 30/50
Designation Explanation
UB Operation liquid connection
Ue Drainage (screw plug)
UL Ventilation valve connection
UV Drainage valve connection
Tab. 31 Connections VZ 30/50
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10.2 Cross-sectional drawing VZ 30/50
No. Designation
047 Mechanical seal
106 Suction casing
107 Discharge casing
110/.1 Stage casing
137-.2 Inter casing
230/.1 Impeller
411 Sealing ring
412 O-ring
504 Spacer ring
550 Washer
Fig. 24 Cross-sectional drawing VZ 30/50 561 Grooved pin
562 Cylindrical pin
902 Stud bolt
903 Screw plug
914 Hexagon head socket screw
920 Hexagon nut
940/.1 Fitting key
970 Nameplate
Tab. 32 Parts list VZ 30/50
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10.3 Dimension drawing VZ 110/140/180
Fig. 25 Dimension drawing VZ 110/140/180
Type Hz Motor a m1 m2 z z2 AD LB
size
VZ 110 50/60 100L 239 333 299 659 592 155 303
VZ 140 50/60 112M 269 363 329 715 648 168 329
VZ 180 50/60 132S 339 433 399 835 769 188 379
Tab. 33 Dimensions VZ 110/140/180
Designation Explanation
UB Operation liquid connection
UC Cavitation protection
Ue Drainage (screw plug)
Um Manometer connection
US3 Sensor connection
UV Drainage valve connection
Tab. 34 Connections VZ 110/140/180
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10.4 Cross-sectional drawing VZ 110/140/180
No. Designation
047 Mechanical seal
106 Suction casing
110/.1 Stage casing
137-.2 Inter casing
230/.1 Impeller
360 Bearing cover
411-.3 Sealing ring
412/.1 O-ring
525 Spacer sleeve
550 Washer
561 Grooved pin
562 Cylindrical pin
Fig. 26 Cross-sectional drawing VZ 110/140/180 901/.1 Hexagon head screw
903-.3 Screw plug
914 Hexagon socket head screw
940/.1 Fitting key
970 Nameplate
Tab. 35 Parts list VZ 110/140/180
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10.5 Dimension drawing VZ 110G/140G/180G
Fig. 27 Dimension drawing VZ 110G/140G/180G
Designation Explanation Um Manometer connection
UB Operation liquid connection US Sensor connection
UC Cavitation protection UV Drainage valve connection
Ue /Ue1 Drainage (screw plug) Tab. 36 Connections VZ 110G/140G/180G

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10.6 Cross-sectional drawing VZ 110G/140G/180G
Fig. 28 Cross-sectional drawing VZ 110G/140G/180G
No. Designation
047/.1 Mechanical seal
106 Suction casing
110/.1 Stage casing
137-.2 Inter casing
211 Shaft
230/.1 Impeller
320 Rolling bearing
330 Bearing housing
360/.1 Bearing cover
411-.3 Sealing ring
412/.1 O-ring
441 Shaft sealing casing
550 Washer
561 Grooved pin
561.1 Dowel pin
901-.2 Hexagon head screw
903-.3 Screw plug
932 Locking ring
940-.2 Fitting key
Tab. 37 Parts list VZ 110G/140G/180G
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10.7 Certificate of conformity

 Please copy this form and return it to the manufacturer together with the pump/pump aggregate.
Certificate of conformity
The pump/pump aggregate including accessories for which we, the undersigned, have placed an inspection/repair order or which has
been returned by us together with this certificate of conformity,
Designation:
Type:
Serial number:
has not been in contact with hazardous substances.
has been used in the

area of application of:
and has been in contact with the following harmful substances or substances subject to mandatory labelling:
Trade name Chemical designation Properties

(e.g. toxic, inflammable, caustic)
The pump/aggregate has been completely drained, flushed and cleaned both inside and outside in accordance with the operat-
ing instructions.
Further handling of the pump/aggregate does not require special safety precautions.
The following safety precautions must be observed when handling the pump/aggregate:
Safety data sheets in accordance with national regulations are enclosed.
Legally binding statement

We herewith certify that all data given above are correct and complete and that I, the undersigned, am in a position to confirm this.
We acknowledge our liability towards the contractor for any damage arising from incomplete or incorrect data.
We agree to hold harmless the contractor against damage claims of third parties due to incomplete or incorrect data.
We know that, independent of this statement, we have to take direct liability towards third parties, which particularly refers to the staff
of the contractor responsible for handling, repair and maintenance.
City, date: Name:
Company Signature:
stamp:
Tab. 38 Certificate of conformity
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10.8 Declaration of conformity
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3 Design and functioning ..................................................... 9 6.2 Commissioning ....................................................... 18

4.3 Preservation ........................................................... 12 7.3 Preventing calcification ........................................... 22

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9.2.6 Operating connections ........................................... 33 10 Appendix ...........................................................................35

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1 Important basic information

These operating instructions are addressed to the person in Scope of supply

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1.1 Target groups

Operator ► Keep these instructions available at the location of the

Tab. 1 Target groups and their tasks

1.2 Applicable documents

ATEX additional instructions Operation in potentially explosive areas (only applicable to

Declaration of conformity Conformity with standards

Tab. 2 Applicable documents

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1.3 Warnings and symbols

imminently hazardous situation death, severe personal injuries

► Instruction for action

1., 2., … Multi-step instruction for action

Tab. 4 Symbols and meaning

Pump Liquid ring vacuum pump without drive, components or accessories

Aggregate Complete liquid ring vacuum pump including pump, drive,

Separator Device for separating gaseous from liquid media

Vacuum check valve Device for limiting the created vacuum

Tab. 5 Terminology and meaning

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2.3.2.3 Safety devices 2.5.2 Dangerous media to be pumped

2.4 Residual risks

 Risk of injuries caused by flying objects, which were in-

 Risk of burns/scalds when getting in contact with hot sur-

 Risk of injuries caused by operating liquid escaping from a

2.5 Special risks

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3 Design and functioning 3.2 General description

3.1.2 ATEX plate

Regenburger Ring 6-8

Fig. 2 ATEX plate (example)

Fig. 4 Description VZ 30/50/110/140/180

Fig. 3 Pump type code (example)

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Fig. 5 Description VZ 110G/140 G/180G 1 2

Fig. 6 Functional principle of liquid ring vacuum pumps

3.4 Shaft sealings

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4 Transport, storage and dis- 4.1.3 Transport with lifting gear

Type Sex Age Rate per shift

Tab. 6 Maximum weights for manual lifting

► Suitable lifting gear and means of transport must be used

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► Properly apply preserving agent to the inside and outside of

 dry • Plug the inlet nozzle with a blank flange.

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4.3.2 Preservation outside the system 4.5 Disposal

4.4 Removing preserving agent

1. Use cleaning agents which are appropriate for your respec-

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