DLS FlexxPump 250 OLED User manual

User manual
FlexxPump 250 / 400 OLED

Table of contents 1
I. Revision history 3
II. Imprint of the manufacturer 3
1. General information about this manual 4
1.1 Signal words 4
1.2 Warning symbols 5
1.3 Structure of the safety instructions 5
1.4 Symbols for information 6
2. Safety 6
2.1. EG/EU Directive 6
2.2. Hazards 6
2.3. Sta󰀨 6
2.4. Reasonably predictable misuse 7
2.5. Usage for the intended purpose 7
2.6. Warranty and liability 7
2.7. General safety instructions 8
3. Description of function 10
3.1. General information 10
3.2. Nameplate and designation 11
3.3. Scope of delivery 11
3.4. Technical data 12
4. Transport and storage 13
4.1. Packaging 13
4.2. Transport 13
4.3. Storage 13
5. Mounting 14
5.1. Preparations 14
5.2. Mechanical mounting 14
5.3. Mounting height 15
5.4. Mounting of the FP 250/400 OLED 16
5.5. Start-up 19
6. Operation and settings 20
6.1. General information 20
6.2. Menu and display messages 23
6.3. Actions with the actication and programming key 26
6.3.1.SwitchingFP250/400OLEDonando󰀨 28
6.3.2. Get information about the FP 250/400 OLED 30
6.3.3. Perform a Quick-Check 32
6.3.4. Set operating mode and cartridge size 34
6.3.4.1. Operating mode Setting Lubrication cycle duration 37
6.3.4.2. Operating mode Setting Emptying time 44
6.3.4.3. Operating mode pulse control 51
6.3.5. Activate the Filling-menu 52
6.4. Error and information messages on the display 53
6.5. Empty level warning 54
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7. Output signals – Time control 55
7.1. Pin assignment – Time control 55
7.2. Output signals – Time control 56
8. Input and output signals – External control (PLC) 57
8.1. Pin assignment – External control (PLC) 57
8.2. Input signals – External control (PLC) 58
8.2.1. Control/input signal „1 lubrication stroke“ 60
8.2.2. Control/input signal „Filling“ 62
8.2.3.Control/inputsignal„Cancellling“ 64
8.2.4. Control/input signal „Status request“ 65
8.2.5. Control/input signal „Acknowledge error“ 66
8.3. Output signals – External control (PLC) 67
9. Maintenance and disposal 70
9.1. Maintenance schedule 70
9.1.1. Visual inspection 70
9.1.2. Cleaning 71
9.1.3. Recommissioning after maintenance 71
9.2. Cartridge change 72
9.3. Disposal 75
10. Further notes 76
10.1. Lubricants 76
10.2. Pipe lengths 76
11. Appendix 77
11.1. Dimension sheet and installation dimension 77
11.2. EC/EU Declaration of conformity 78
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I. Revision history
This manual was written in German, all other language versions are translations of this manual.
This user manual is only valid for
Product:
Product designation: FlexxPump 250/400 OLED (FP 250/400 OLED)
Product revision: ---
User manual:
Date of creation: 05.2022
Revision of the user manual: 0
Language: EN
This document is protected by copyright.
All rights for layout, content, texts and corporate design are reserved by DLS Schmiersysteme GmbH,
© 2022. All rights, including those of photomechanical reproduction, duplication and distribution by
means of special processes (e.g. data processing, data carriers and data networks), even in part and/
or in extracts, are reserved by DLS Schmiersysteme GmbH.
Thecontentandtechnicalspecicationsaresubjecttochangewithoutnotice.
II. Imprint of the manufacturer
Address:
DLS Schmiersysteme GmbH
Gewerbering 5
D-82140 Olching
Phone: +49 - (0) 8142 - 650 69 - 0
Fax: +49 - (0) 8142 - 650 69 - 30
E-Mail: [email protected]
Internet: www.dls-schmiersysteme.de
Personally Liable Company: DLS Schmiersysteme GmbH
Headquarters of the company:
Olching
Handelsregister München
HRB 156604
USt.-IdNr.: DE128578324
Managing directors: Reiner Hochholzer
Helmut Feicht

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1. General information about this manual
This user manual contains all necessary information to use the FlexxPump4 in the power supply
version, hereinafter referred to as FP 250/400 OLED, safely and as intended. In the event that
supplementary sheets are attached to these instructions, the information and data contained in the
supplementary sheets are valid and replace the corresponding information in this user manual. Any
contradictory information contained in this user manual thus becomes invalid.
If you have any questions regarding special applications, please contact DLS Schmiersysteme GmbH.
The actual and factual operator must ensure and guarantee that these instructions, including any
supplementary sheets, have been read and understood by all persons responsible for the installation,
operation or maintenance of the FP 250/400 OLED. Therefore, keep these instructions in a suitable
place, ideally in an easily accessible place, in the surrounding area of the FP 250/400 OLED.
Inform your colleagues who work in the local area of the machine about safety instructions so that
nobody gets hurt.
This manual was written in German, all other language versions are translations of this manual.
1.1 Signal words
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
NOTICE
This signal word points you to an immediate and threatening risk of serious
injuryordeath.
This signal word indicates a potentially imminent danger which can result in
seriousinjuryorevendeath.
This signal word indicates a potentially imminent danger that can result in
minortosevereinjuries.
This signal word indicates a potentially imminent danger which can result in
damage to property.
INFORMA TION This signal word refers to practical application tips or particularly important
information when using the FP 250/400 OLED.
The design of the signal boxes is based on ANSI Z535.

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CAUTION
The text explains the consequences of disregarding the reference.
The text shows what to do as an instruction.
1.2 Warning symbols
GENERAL WARNING SIGN ELECTRICITY
HAZARD
FLAMMABLE
MATERIAL
The following warning symbols are used in this user manual to alert you to hazards, prohibitions and
important information:
1.3 Structure of the safety instructions
The safety instructions in this user manual are structured according to the following system:

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1.4 Symbols for information
The following information symbols are used in the text and instructions in this manual:
Requests you to take action
Shows the consequences of an action
Additional information about the action
2. Safety
All persons working with the FP 250/400 OLED must follow these operating instructions, in particular
the safety instructions and the rules and regulations applicable at the place of use. Generally
applicable legal regulations and other rules as well as the relevant rules and regulations for accident
prevention (e.g. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)) and environmenal protection must be
observed.
2.1. EG/EU Directive
Within the scope of the EC/EU Directive, (re)commissioning of a machine on which the
FP250/400OLEDhasbeeninstalledand/orttedisprohibiteduntilithasbeenclearlyestablishedthat
the machine complies with the provisions of the applicable directive.
An EC/EU declaration of conformity for the FP 250/400 OLED can be found in the appendix.
2.2. Hazards
In order to avoid danger to the user or damage to the machine on which the FP 250/400 OLED is
used, the FP 250/400 OLED may only be used for its intended purpose and in a technically safe
condition.
Always inform yourself about the general safety instructions before starting to work.
2.3. Sta󰀨
Onlyqualiedsta󰀨whohasreadandunderstoodthismanualmayworkwiththeFP250/400OLED.
Local and/or company regulations apply accordingly.

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2.4. Reasonably predictable misuse
Any use of the FP 250/400 OLED which exceeds the maximum permissible technical data is generally
considered to be improper and therefore prohibited.
2.5. Usage for the intended purpose
The following points must be observed for the intended purpose of using the FP 250/400 OLED:
• The FP 250/400 OLED is exclusively approved for industrial use.
• The FP 250/400 OLED may be used exclusively in accordance with the technical data.
• Unauthorized structural alterations to the FP 250/400 OLED are not permitted.
• Read the user manual and act accordingly.
• During operation of the FP 250/400 OLED, a visual inspection of the FP 250/400 OLED as
well as of the lubrication point must be carried out regularly. Any anomalies must be eliminated
immediatelyandthecauserectied.
• Rellingthecartridgeisnotpermitted.
• The FP 250/400 OLED may not be opened or disassembled.
• Only lubricants approved by the manufacturer may be used.
• Relevant regulations and rules on work safety, accident prevention and environmental protection
must be observed.
• Work and activities with and on the FP 250/400 OLED are only permitted with appropriate
authorisation.
All other uses than the aforementioned intended usage or the disregard of one of the above points
shall be deemed improper usage. In this case no liability and/or warranty is assumed.
2.6. Warranty and liability
Ifthefollowingitemsaredisregarded,allwarrantyandliabilityclaimsforpersonalinjuryand/or
damage to property are excluded:
• Non-observance of the instructions for transport and storage;
• misuse;
• Improper or unperformed maintenance or repair work;
• Improper assembly / disassembly or improper operation;
• Operation of the FP 250/400 OLED with defective protective devices and devices;
• Operation of the FP 250/400 OLED without lubricant;
• Operation of the FP 250/400 OLED with non-approved lubricant;
• Operation of heavily contaminated FP 250/400 OLED;
• ModicationsoralterationswhichmaybecarriedoutwithoutthewrittenpermissionofDLS
Schmiersysteme GmbH have taken place;
• Opening and/or partial or complete disassembly of the FP 250/400 OLED.

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2.7. General safety instructions
The following safety instructions are given for the FP 250/400 OLED:
DANGER
Damaged or incorrect electrical connections or unauthorized live
components lead to serious injuries or even death.
Haveallelectricalconnectionworkcarriedoutbyqualiedpersonnelonly.
Replace damaged cables or plugs immediately.
NOTICE
Loose or overloaded screw connections can cause damage to the
FP 250/400 OLED.
Mountandcheckallscrewconnectionswiththepermissibletorquesspecied
for this purpose. Use a calibrated torque wrench.
WARNING
Lubricantsareammable.
Incaseofre,donotuseawaterjettoextinguishthere.
Incaseofre,useonlysuitableextinguishingagentssuchaspowder,foamand
carbon dioxide.
Observe the relevant safety instructions of the lubricant manufacturer on the
safety data sheet of the lubricant used.

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CAUTION
Lubricants can cause skin irritations.
Avoid direct skin contact.
NOTICE
Lubricants can contaminate soil and water.
Use and dispose lubricants properly.