HYDAC FILTER SYSTEMS Filtromat OF5 F Manual

OF5 F / OF5 L
Filtromat
Operating and Maintenance Instructions
English • (translation of original instructions)
Document No. : 3160337i
Follow these instructions for proper and safe use.
Keep for future reference.

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HYDAC FILTER SYSTEMS GMBH HYDAC FILTER SYSTEMS GMBH
Industriegebiet Justus-von-Liebig-Str., Werk 20
66280 Sulzbach / Saar 66280 Sulzbach / Saar
Germany Germany
Telephone: [phone]
Telefax: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
Homepage: www.hydac.com
Court of registration: Saarbrücken, HRB 17216
Executive directors: Mathias Dieter, Dipl.Kfm. Wolfgang Haering
Documentation Representative
The contact data of the person authorized with the documentation is:
Günter Harge
c/o HYDAC International GmbH, Industriegebiet, 66280 Sulzbach / Saar
Germany
Telephone: [phone]
Telefax: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
Date of printing: 6/29/2020
© HYDAC FILTER SYSTEMS GmbH 2020
Subject to technical modifications.

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Table of Contents
1 General ..................................................................................................................... 6
1.1 Target group of the manual ............................................................................6
1.2 Illustrations in the manual...............................................................................7
1.2.1 Illustration on the title page ................................................................7
1.2.2 Representation of requirements.........................................................8
1.2.3 Representation of procedural instructions .........................................8
1.2.4 Representation of intermediate results/results...................................9
1.2.5 Representation of warning/general safety information.....................10
1.2.6 Signal words and their meaning in the general safety information ..11
1.3 Supplementary symbols ...............................................................................12
1.4 Exclusion of liability/warranty .......................................................................12
1.5 Notes on copyright .......................................................................................13
1.6 Validity of this manual ..................................................................................13
2 Safety ...................................................................................................................... 14
2.1 Target group/Required personnel qualification ............................................14
2.2 Danger notifications......................................................................................17
2.3 Observing regulatory information .................................................................18
2.4 Ensuring environmental protection...............................................................18
2.5 Wear suitable clothing ..................................................................................19
2.6 Stoppage in an emergency (EMERGENCY STOP) .....................................19
2.7 Fire-fighting / Extinguishing a fire .................................................................19
3 Technical specifications .......................................................................................... 21
3.1 Proper/designated use .................................................................................22
3.2 Improper use or use deviating from intended use ........................................23
3.3 Checking the scope of delivery ....................................................................24
3.4 Dimensions...................................................................................................25
3.4.1 OF5F/L - Dimensions......................................................................25
3.5 Hydraulic diagram ........................................................................................26
3.5.1 OF5F - Hydraulic diagram...............................................................26
3.5.2 OF5L - Hydraulic diagram...............................................................28
3.6 Technical Data .............................................................................................29
3.7 Decoding the name plate .............................................................................31

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3.7.1 Model code ......................................................................................33
3.8 Requirements of the workplace & working environment ..............................34
4 Device description................................................................................................... 35
5 Transporting/storing the filter unit............................................................................ 37
6 Setting up / assembly / integration of the filter unit ................................................. 38
6.1 Avoiding siphoning .......................................................................................39
6.2 Measuring or displaying the back pressure / differential pressure ...............41
6.3 Avoiding the mixing of oils - Emptying the filter unit .....................................42
6.4 Making the electrical connections ................................................................43
6.4.1 Connecting the filter unit with 1 phase electric motor ......................43
6.4.2 Connecting the filter unit with a three-phase electric motor .............44
6.5 Connecting the suction/pressure port...........................................................45
6.6 Attaching / connecting the suction / pressure hoses (Accessories) .............47
6.7 Inserting the filter element ............................................................................48
6.8 Commissioning.............................................................................................48
7 Operation ................................................................................................................ 49
7.1 Activating the main switch ............................................................................50
7.2 OF5L – Operating mode...............................................................................51
7.3 OF5S - Selecting operating modes ..............................................................52
7.3.1 Operating the change over valve .....................................................52
7.3.2 Operating mode - Transfer without filtration A -> B .........................54
7.3.3 Operating mode - Transfer with filtration B -> T...............................55
7.4 Observing the optical clogging indicator (optional).......................................56
8 Performing maintenance ......................................................................................... 57
8.1 Maintenance table ........................................................................................57
8.2 Changing the filter element ..........................................................................58
8.3 Cleaning the protective screen.....................................................................61
9 Decommissioning / Disposal ................................................................................... 63
9.1 Temporary shutdown....................................................................................63
9.2 Final Decommissioning ................................................................................63
9.3 Disposal........................................................................................................63

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10 Appendix ................................................................................................................. 64
10.1 EC declaration of conformity ........................................................................64
10.2 Locating spare parts.....................................................................................64
10.2.1 Order filter elements ........................................................................66
10.2.1.1 Filter element - Size 330 .........................................................66
10.2.1.2 Filter elements - size 1300......................................................66
10.3 Clogging indicators - technical data .............................................................68
10.3.1 Differential pressure indicator, visual – VMxB.x.............................68
10.3.2 Differential pressure indicator, visual – VMxBM.x..........................70
10.3.3 Differential pressure gauge, electric (VM x C.x) ..............................72
10.3.4 Differential pressure gauge, electric (VM x D.x /-L-xx) ....................74
10.4 Contacting Customer Service.......................................................................76
Glossary .................................................................................................................. 80
Index ....................................................................................................................... 82

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1 General
Before you use this product for the first time, read this manual
at least up to the chapter "Operation". If you would like to carry
out maintenance or troubleshooting, you can find the proce-
dure in the respective chapters.
The use and the handling of the product as well as its use are
not self-explanatory and are described in detail in this manual.
This manual will help you to use the product as intended, prop-
erly, effectively, and safely. Please refer to it every time you re-
quire specific details or actions.
Validity of this manual
The diagrams and visualizations in this manual are meant for
general illustration purposes. Therefore, representations and
functional options can deviate from the delivered product.
We reserve the right to changes to the contents of this manual
without prior notice.
1.1 Target group of the manual
This manual was created for the following target group.
Target group Tasks
Owner Keep this manual and the applicable doc-
uments at the installation location of the
product and also for later use.
Ask the employees to read and follow the
manual and the associated documents, in
particular, the safety and warning instruc-
tions.
Observe the additional product-related in-
structions and requirements.
Operator, specialist
personnel:
Read, observe and follow this manual and
the associated documents, in particular,
the safety and warning instructions.
Tab.1: Target group
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1.2 Illustrations in the manual
You will find illustrations in this manual. You can find details re-
garding these in the following chapters.
1.2.1 Illustration on the title page
You will find the following information on the title page of this
manual:
Short name of the product
Product name
Operating and Maintenance Instructions
Document no.: 12345678
English (translation of original instructions)
Valid from: - from s/no. - ... ... - ... ...
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Fig.1: Overview / labeling of the title page
1 Short name of the product / product name
2 Type of document
3 Language
4 Document no. / Index
5 Supplementary instructions regarding the validity of the
manual (optional)
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Please note that you can directly access information through
the directories. However, this does not release you from the
obligation to read this manual fully before commissioning.
The document no. with the index (4) is meant for identifying
and reordering the manual. The index is incremented every
time the manual is revised or changed.
The manual contains a table of contents, a list of tables and
figures, an index and a glossary.
1.2.2 Representation of requirements
These are absolutely required for carrying out a work activity
on the product and are marked with a check mark and are in
bold in the text.
An example for the representation of requirements:
ühe product is assembled and connected.
üThe product is switched off.
1. Switch the product on.
1.2.3 Representation of procedural instructions
In the case of procedural instructions, there are the two follow-
ing representations:
Procedural instructions with a fixed sequence
Procedural instructions, whose sequence must be complied
with without fail are listed with sequential numbering (1., 2., 3.,
etc.).
An example for procedural instructions with a fixed sequence:
1. Remove the transport securing device.
2. First fill the product.
3. Switch the product on.
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Procedural instructions with a random sequence
Procedural instructions that have a random sequence are
listed as bullet points (-).
An example of a procedural instruction with a random se-
quence:
– Clean the display.
– Rinse the product.
1.2.4 Representation of intermediate results/results
In the case of some activities, it is necessary to carry out work
steps with intermediate results and end results.
Intermediate results are the consequence of activities; they are
marked with an indented arrow.
End results represent the end of an activity and are repre-
sented with a flag.
An example for a procedural instruction with intermediate re-
sult and final result:
1. Switch the product on.
ðThe display lights up.
2. Press the button.
OThe product is now ready for use.
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1.2.5 Representation of warning/general safety
information
All the warning / general safety information in this manual are
highlighted with pictograms and signal words. The pictogram
and the signal word give you an indication of the severity of the
danger.
Warning / general safety information, which are placed ahead
of each activity, are represented as follows:
CAUTION
Type and source of danger
Hazard symbol
Consequence of the danger
Measures to avert danger
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1.2.6 Signal words and their meaning in the general
safety information
In these instructions you will find the following signal words:
DANGER
DANGER – The signal word indicates a hazardous situation
with a high level of risk, which, if not avoided, will result lethal
or serious injury.
WARNING
WARNING – The signal word indicates a hazardous situation
with a medium level of risk, which, if not avoided, can result
lethal or serious injury.
CAUTION
CAUTION – The signal word indicates a hazardous situation
with a low level of risk, which, if not avoided, can result in mi-
nor or moderate injury.
NOTICE
NOTICE – The signal word indicates a hazardous situation
with a high level of risk, which, if not avoided, will result in
damage to property.
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1.3 Supplementary symbols
You will find the following symbols in the manual as additional
details:
Tip for handling the product
Required tools
1.4 Exclusion of liability/warranty
For the warranty provided by us, please refer to the Terms of
Delivery. They are made available to you at the conclusion of
the contract at the latest. You will also find these under
www.hydac.com -> General Terms and Conditions (T&C).
This manual was prepared to the best of our knowledge. Nev-
ertheless and despite the greatest care, it cannot be excluded
that mistakes could have crept in. Therefore, please under-
stand that, in the absence of any provisions to the contrary
hereinafter, our warranty and liability – for any legal reasons
whatsoever – are excluded in respect of the information in this
manual. In particular, we shall not be liable for lost profit or
other financial loss.
This exclusion of liability does not apply in cases of intent and
gross negligence. Moreover, it does not apply to defects which
have been deceitfully concealed or whose absence has been
guaranteed, nor in cases of culpable harm to life, physical in-
jury and damage to health. If we negligently breach any mate-
rial contractual obligation, our liability shall be limited to fore-
seeable damage. Claims due to the Product Liability shall re-
main unaffected.
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1.5 Notes on copyright
All copyrights for this manual lies with the manufacturer. No
part of this manual may be reproduced in any form or pro-
cessed, duplicated or distributed using electronic systems with-
out the written consent of the manufacturer. Any infringements
to the above shall be liable to damage compensation.
1.6 Validity of this manual
The diagrams and visualizations in this manual are meant for
general illustration purposes. Therefore, representations and
functional options can deviate from the delivered product.
We reserve the right to changes to the contents of this manual
without prior notice.
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2 Safety
The product is designed as safe. In spite of that, there is dan-
ger in some actions that can only be avoided by using the right
procedures.
These correct procedures and points, which must be followed,
are described in this manual.
2.1 Target group/Required personnel qualification
These instructions are intended for owners, project engineers,
startup engineers, machine operators, service and mainte-
nance personnel.
The instructions explain the proper handling of the product to
the abovementioned target group. These instructions provide
the target group with an overview of the installation, commis-
sioning, operation, maintenance work and also troubleshoot-
ing.
An owner is the person who operates the product himself for
commercial or economic purposes or provides it to a third party
for use / application and bears the legal product responsibility
to protect the user, the personnel or the third party.
The obligations of the owner are:
– To know and apply the applicable health and safety regu-
lations
– To determine the hazards arising at the operating site in
the risk assessment
– To create a user manual for the operation
– To regularly check if the user manual is consistent with the
current rules
– *To clearly lay down and define the responsibilities for the
installation, operation, troubleshooting, maintenance and
cleaning
– To ensure that all the employees have read and under-
stood the instructions
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– To train the personnel at regular intervals and to inform
them of the hazards
– To provide the necessary protective equipment to the per-
sonnel
Staff who work with the product must be aware of the dangers
involved in handling it, must be over the age of 14 and must be
without any physical impediments in regard to the industrial en-
vironment.
These instructions are intended for:
Activity Personnel Knowledge
Transport, storage Specialist personnel
- General
Knowledge of trans-
port safety is re-
quired
Installation Specialist personnel
- Mechanical
Safe handling/use
of tools.
Product-specific
knowledge is re-
quired.
Commissioning Specialist personnel
- Electrical
Safe handling/use
of tools.
Product-specific
knowledge is re-
quired.
Handling, operation,
operation monitor-
ing
Operating person-
nel - General
Product-specific
knowledge is re-
quired.
Knowledge about
handling the test liq-
uid is required
Troubleshooting,
maintenance,
decommissioning,
dismounting
Specialist personnel
- Mechanical
Specialist personnel
- Electrical
Safe handling/use
of tools.
Product-specific
knowledge is re-
quired.
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Activity Personnel Knowledge
Disposal Specialist personnel
- General
Knowledge of envi-
ronmentally friendly
disposal of materi-
als and matter is re-
quired.
Knowledge of de-
contamination of
contaminants is re-
quired.
Knowledge of recy-
cling is required.
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2.2 Danger notifications
The following residual risks can occur in the various life
phases:
Life phase - Operation
The following dangers can occur during the operation life
phase:
NOTICE
Impermissible operating conditions or operating media
The filter unit will be damaged.
uEnsure use of permissible operating media.
uFollow the permissible operating conditions.
NOTICE
Siphoning effect
Reservoir overflowing/leaking = oil spill
uRemove the ends of the hoses from the reservoir after op-
eration or shut the shut-off device in the suction line.
NOTICE
High solid particle contamination in the fluid / at the bottom of
the tank
The pump will be damaged/destroyed
uDo not prime fluid directly at the bottom of the tank.
uDo not prime fluid in the sump.
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NOTICE
Switching valve in an intermediate position
An intermediate position causes a mixed function
uPress the lever of the change over valve up to the limit po-
sition.
NOTICE
Operation without the protective screen
The filter unit will be damaged/destroyed
uNever operate the filter unit without a protective screen.
2.3 Observing regulatory information
Observe the following regulatory information and directives:
– Legal and local regulations for accident prevention
– Legal and local regulations for environmental protection
and environmental requirements
– Country-specific regulations, organization-specific regula-
tions
– Occupational safety rules
2.4 Ensuring environmental protection
Take all measures to protect the environment. Ensure that no
operating medium is released into the environment (soil or wa-
ter). Remove any leaked operating medium immediately and in
an environmentally sound manner.
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2.5 Wear suitable clothing
Loose-fitting clothing increases the danger of being caught or
being drawn in on rotating parts, and the risk of getting caught
on protruding parts. You can be severely injured or killed in
these cases.
– Wear closely fitting clothing.
– Do not wear any rings, chains or any other jewelry.
– Wear a hair net if you have long hair.
– Wear work safety shoes.
2.6 Stoppage in an emergency (EMERGENCY STOP)
Disconnect the product from all sources of energy in an emer-
gency. Switch off the product at the main switch.
2.7 Fire-fighting / Extinguishing a fire
Use a powder extinguisher that corresponds to fire class B as
per EN2 to extinguish any fires / to fight fires.
Fig.2: Fire protection
class B
Maintain a minimum safe distance from electrical components.
For a mains voltage of up to 1000V, the minimum safe dis-
tance is 1m.
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Fig.3: Minimum distance for fire fighting
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