Hydac FluidAqua Mobil FAM 15 Technical specifications

FluidAqua Mobil
FAM 15/30/50/70
Maintenance Instructions
English (translation of original instructions)
Documentation no.: 3168098e
From series no.: 2117/2007

FAM 15/30/50/70 Trademarks
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HYDAC FILTER SYSTEMS GMBH
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errors as may exist nor for any damage or loss whatsoever which may arise as a
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corrections required will be incorporated in future editions. We welcome any
suggestions for improvements.
All details are subject to technical modifications.
Technical specifications are subject to change without notice.
HYDAC FILTER SYSTEMS GMBH
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Content
Trademarks ...............................................................................................................2
Documentation Representative...............................................................................2
Content......................................................................................................................3
Introduction .............................................................................................................. 4
Abbreviations and symbols.....................................................................................4
Safety information and instructions.......................................................................5
Inspection and maintenance overview...................................................................7
Performing inspection and maintenance work.................................................... 10
Checking the warning message lamp...................................................................10
Change Air filter ....................................................................................................10
Cleaning the intake filter (nur FAM15/30/50) ........................................................11
Water Ring Vacuum Pump.....................................................................................12
Check and Clean the Level Switch .......................................................................12
Switching Status - Level Sensor Water Ring Vacuum Pump/PLC........................ 12
Replacing the Water Filter ....................................................................................13
Cleaning the Cooling Fins..................................................................................... 13
Flushing and Cleaning the Vacuum Pump ...........................................................14
Cleaning the Condensation Cooler ...................................................................17
Maintenance of Water Filter Combination (optional) ..........................................19
Back-Flush Water Filter Combination ...............................................................19
Checking / setting the downstream pressure ....................................................20
Rotary Vane Vacuum Pump...................................................................................21
Changing oil and oil filter...................................................................................22
Replacing the Air De-oiling Element .................................................................23
Changing the Filter Element on the Main Filter ....................................................24
Filter housing 1300/2600................................................................................... 24
Changing the filter element: ..............................................................................25
MRF Filter Housing ...........................................................................................28
Fuction test - Level sensor Vacuum chamber.....................................................30
Switching Status - Level Sensor Vacuum Column/PLC........................................31
Testing the Float Switch in the Oil Pan ................................................................ 32
Oil Mist Separator Maintenance ...........................................................................33
Changing the filter element ...............................................................................34
Replacement Parts and Accessories List ............................................................ 35
Contact / Service .................................................................................................... 37

FAM 15/30/50/70 Introduction
Introduction
The safety of all persons coming into contact with the FAM and the availability of the
installation essentially depend on the ability to master the unit.
Service and maintenance work to be carried out at regular intervals are described in
these operating instructions.
We recommend in addition that the unit be given annual servicing
by our HYDAC Servicenter1.
In the event of necessary repairs, we will be happy to offer you our support and to
supply you with original replacement parts.
Abbreviations and symbols
This symbol denotes safety information, the nonobservance of which
can endanger persons and the environment
This symbol denotes safety precautions which can endanger persons
by electrical shock if not observed.
This symbol indicates important notes for the proper handling and
operation of the unit/software. The nonobservance of these notes can
lead to damage to or failure of the unit/software.
Under this symbol you will find user's tips and particularly useful
information.
Wear eye protection. Appropriate and authorized eye protection (safety
goggles) must be worn when using cleaning materials or compressed
air.
Wear protective gloves. Appropriate and authorized safety gloves must
be worn when handling cleaning materials or compressed air.
The tools that are required are listed after this symbol.
1Contact addressees can be found under Chapter 0
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Safety information and instructions
The inspection, maintenance and service work prescribed in the introduction are to
be carried out in a professional and timely manner. Necessary service work on the
installation is not to be carried out except by personnel who are in possession of the
required pertinent knowledge and/or professional expertise; otherwise the
manufacturer's own specialists should be called in to perform the work.
The tasks should only be carried out by specialists who have in their possession the
knowledge necessary for carrying out these tasks following completion of pertinent
training and schooling measures.
Unit operating personnel is to be informed of the work that is planned before the
beginning of the work and the responsible supervisor is to be appointed.
The servicing area is to be secured with a wide perimeter insofar as this is
necessary.
If the unit installation is shut down for maintenance and servicing measures, then it
is mandatory that measures be implemented to secure against unauthorized
restarting, e.g. by locking the main or operating switch with personal safety
padlocks. Do not fail to keep the key in your own possession.
Appropriate signs are to be mounted indicating that maintenance, servicing or
cleaning measures are being carried out on the unit.
When dismantling individual parts and modules, do not fail to take care to ensure
that no hazards can ensue for service personnel, e.g. from unexpected movements
of valves, pumps, etc. If the possibility of this kind of hazard cannot be excluded,
then appropriate preventative security measures are to be implemented, e.g.
through the placement of blocks or support or by fastening equipment in place.
Individual parts and modules of the unit should not be dismantled unless it has been
ensured that the personnel assigned these tasks have in their possession the
necessary specialist knowledge required to carry out these tasks in an appropriately
professional and safety-oriented manner. Specialists from the manufacturer's
company should be called upon in case of uncertainty.
If the use of lifting equipment is required when replacing individual parts or modules,
then it is mandatory that care be taken to ensure that the parts are secured safely
with hitching equipment and that the load lifting equipment has the bearing capacity
required.
Use only appropriate and properly functioning lifting equipment.
Never stand or work under suspended loads.
When carrying out assembly work above body height, use either the ladders and
lifting stages provided for that purpose or other appropriate alternatives. Do not use
any parts of the unit as footholds for climbing. Keep all grips, steps, railings,
platforms, ladders, etc. free of dirt.
Cover or seal shut all openings into which cleaning agents are not allowed to
penetrate because of safety and/or functional considerations before cleaning the
unit with high-pressure cleaners or other cleaning agents. This applies in particular
for electromotors, switching devices, distributor boxes and control cabinets.
Remove all covers/seals again after cleaning has been completed.

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Do not fail to take care to ensure that all pumps are shut off before working on pipe
and/or hose tubing lines and fittings that carry or contain fluids or vapors. The pipe
and/or hose tubing lines must be completely cooled down and depressurized. The
associated shut-off valves leading into and away from the the affected pipeline
sections and fittings must be closed and secured against unintended opening. The
pumping medium itself is to be drained off if possible.
After cleaning, check all pipe and hose tubing lines and fittings for leakage, loose
connections, abrasion or other damage. Eliminate any deficiencies found without
delay.
During maintenance and servicing work, always tighten any screw connections that
have become loose!
If it is necessary to dismantle any safety devices during maintenance, cleaning or
servicing measures, then these devices are to be reinstalled and inspected
immediately following completion of the maintenance, cleaning or servicing
measures.

FAM 15/30/50/70 Inspection and maintenance overview
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Inspection and maintenance overview
The inspection and maintenance work listed here are necessary conditions for
ensuring both long service life and error-free operation of the unit.
In addition, you will find further information in the operating manuals published by
the manufacturers of the components which are supplied with the unit.
See page 24 hrs or daily 500 hrs or monthly 3000 hrs or semi- anually 6000 hrs or annually
FAM
Visual inspection for leakage - X
Check the screwed fittings to see that they
have been properly resecured. - X
Check the measurement technology
equipment /
Underpressure manometer /
Dynamic pressure manometer at the fluid filter
- X
Check malfunction message lamps (lamp test) 10 X
Change Air filter 10 X
Intake filter cleaning (suction filter) 11 X
Water ring vacuum pump
Check and Clean the Level Switch 12 X
Replacing the Water Filter 13 X
Cleaning the Cooling Fins on the Water cooler 13 X
Flushing and Cleaning the Vacuum Pump,
completely 14 X
Cleaning the Condensation Cooler 17 X
Back-flush water filter combination (only for
version with automatic water intake)219 X
2FAM-x-x-x-x/xxxx-x-x-x-SW-x-/x

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See page 24 hrs or daily 500 hrs or monthly 3000 hrs or semi- anually 6000 hrs or annually
Rotary Valve Pump Vacuum Pump
Check oil level, replace oil and oil filter 22 X
Replacing the Air De-oiling Element323 X
Check and clean the ventilator hood - X
Emptying / filling pump
Check and clean the ventilator hood - X
Fluid Filter
Changing the Filter Element 24 X
Emptying and cleaning the filter housing - X
Oil mist separator
Changing the filter element 34 X
Electrics
Check cable conduits for damage, replacing
as necessary. - X
Measure the engine power consumption of all
engines and compare the values with the type
label.
- X
Perform electrical safety inspection in
accordance with DIN VDE 0702 and/or
corresponding national regulation.
- X
Measure power consumption of the heater
and compare values with type label (applies
only to versions with integrated heater) - X
3Oil mist or increased electricity consumption by the drive engine (response of the engine protection
switch) can be traced back to a soiled air de-oiling element. The air de-oiling element should be
replaced without delay.

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See page 24 hrs or daily 500 hrs or monthly 3000 hrs or semi- anually 6000 hrs or annually
Function test
Check and clean the level sensor in the
vacuum chamber
- X
Float switch oil pan - malfunction message
and E-STOP function
- X
Functional test of all components in manual
operation4
- X
4See Operating and Maintenance Instructions FAM 15/30/50/70, Chapter on Operation / Manual
Menu

FAM 15/30/50/70 Performing inspection and maintenance work
Performing inspection and maintenance work
The pictures and illustrations in the descriptions are examples. They do not
represent all of the different product variants.
Checking the warning message lamp
Performance instructions:
Set the FAM on the main switch to "ON".
A lamp test will be carried out automatically after
switching on during which all of the warning message
lamps will light up briefly.
Change Air filter
You will require:
Air filter (for part-no., see replacement parts list)
Performance instructions:
The air filter must be replaced every six months.
If the FAM is operated in a very dusty / humid
environment, then replacement must be carried out at
shorter intervals.
Unscrew the air filter by hand
Screw on the new air filter by hand
(no O-ring is required)
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FAM 15/30/50/70 Performing inspection and maintenance work
Cleaning the intake filter (nur FAM15/30/50)
You will require:
Compressed air
Open-end wrench, SW 55
To install / dismount the suction screen, proceed as follows:
1. Unscrew the screw plug (1)
counterclockwise with an open-jaw
wrench.
2. Remove strainer insert (3) and
clean it.
3. To clean the suction screen, wash it
out with solvent and then dry it
using compressed air.
3. Check strainer insert (3) and the
seal ring (2) on the screw plug for
damage and replace if necessary.
4. Install the new strainer insert (3).
5. Turn the screw plug (1) clockwise
manually.
Firmly screw in the screw plug (1)
with the open-jaw wrench.
6. After commissioning, check the
suction strainer fittings for leaks.
1
2
3
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FAM 15/30/50/70 Water Ring Vacuum Pump
Water Ring Vacuum Pump
Check and Clean the Level Switch
Performance instructions:
Remove the covering tin.
Unscrew the 4 fastening screws.
Pull out the level switch.
Check the level switch for dirt and damage.
Check the function of the float switch(es) on the
basis of the PLC inlet.
See the illustration below in this connection. The
main switch of the FAM must be set to "ON"
position while doing so.
The suction strainer is re-mounted in reverse
order.
!
Switching Status - Level Sensor Water Ring Vacuum Pump/PLC
Stainless steel - level switch Plastic - level switch
Level sensor
I1.0 I1.4 I1.0 I1.4 I1.0 I1.4 I1.0 I1.4
off off on on off off on on
PLC
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FAM 15/30/50/70 Water Ring Vacuum Pump
Replacing the Water Filter
Rinse and clean the vacuum pump before changing the water filter.
Remove the covering tin.
Remove the protection safety fence.
Replace the water filter.
The suction strainer is re-mounted in reverse
order.
After the FAM is switched back on, ≈1 liter of water is
to be filled slowly into the ventilation plug.
The water filters and hoses are to be monitored while
doing so. Water movement must be recognizable in
the hoses and filters.
If not:
Carefully blow compressed air through the hoses.
Check to see if there are any leaks in the vacuum
pump after switching device back on.
Cleaning the Cooling Fins
You will require:
Compressed air
Philips screwdriver, PH#2 + PH#3
Remove the covering tin.
Remove the protection safety fence.
Use compressed air to clean the cooling fins of
the water cooler.
The suction strainer is re-mounted in reverse
order.
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FAM 15/30/50/70 Water Ring Vacuum Pump
Flushing and Cleaning the Vacuum Pump
To perform these tasks, you will need the following tools and equipment:
Compressed air
VacuCleaner 1.75 liters (the part no. can be found in the spare parts list)
Measuring beaker (minimum capacity 2 liters)
Funnel
Hot water, ideally 60-65°C ≈35 liters
Philips screwdriver, PH#2
Philips screwdriver, PH#3
Flat-bladed screwdriver 0.6x4.5x100
Face spanner 3-11-60
Empty the vacuum pump through the evacuation line.
Remove the 5 attachment screws on the side cover
plate of the water cooler.
Remove the cover plate of the water cooler.
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FAM 15/30/50/70 Water Ring Vacuum Pump
Open the strap of the feed line hose [1].
Pull the feed line hose off the support.
[1]
Open the strap of the return line and pull the return
line off the support/T-piece.
Carefully blow compressed air into the return line
(see direction of the arrow).
Fluid sprays out of the feed line hose.
Blow out the cooler thoroughly with compressed air.
The suction strainer is re-mounted in reverse order.
Remove the cover plate (1), the level switch (2) and
the bung plug (3) from the filling opening.
Fill the pump with hot water (60-65°C) through the
filling opening or the opening for the level switch until
the water emerges from the filling opening.
Close the filling opening with the bung plug.
Fill the VacuCleaner with ≈1.75 liters through the
level sensor opening.
Install the level sensor.
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FAM 15/30/50/70 Water Ring Vacuum Pump
Start the vacuum pump in manual mode.
Use the vacuum gauge to set the vacuum of the
vacuum column to ≈250 mbar (abs.).
After 5 minutes, collect ≈2 liters of the cleaning fluid
in a measuring beaker through the evacuation line.
Carefully fill the cleaning fluid that has been collected
into the outlet port.
Fasten the suction line.
Operate vacuum pump for 45 minutes in manual
mode.
Empty the vacuum pump through the evacuation line.
Remove the bung plugs from the level switch opening
and the filling opening.
Rinse the vacuum pump with tap water through the
level switch opening and the filling opening.
Take care to ensure that the drain ball valve is open
for this purpose.
Close the drain ball valve. Fill the vacuum pump until
water emerges from the filling opening.
Screw in the bung plugs.
Mount the level switch.
Check to see if there are any leaks in the vacuum
pump after switching device back on.
Mount the cover plate.
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FAM 15/30/50/70 Water Ring Vacuum Pump
Cleaning the Condensation Cooler
To perform these tasks, you will need the following tools and equipment:
Compressed air
VacuCleaner (for part-no., see spare parts list).
Bucket (≈25 liter) or comparable vessel
Hot water (Temperature ≈60-65°C)
O-rings (1x 67.95 x 2.62, 1x 72.62 x 3.53) (for part-no. see spare parts list)
Philips screwdriver, PH#2
Philips screwdriver, PH#3
Flat-bladed screwdriver 0.6x4.5x100
Hexagon screwdriver (wrench) Size 5
To clean the condensation cooler, proceed as follows:
Remove the cover plate.
Remove all of the hoses attached to the
condensation cooler.
Place unambiguous marking on the hoses for later re-
assembly.
Unscrew the condensation cooler and pull it out.
Remove the four front cap screws. Remove the cap.
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FAM 15/30/50/70 Water Ring Vacuum Pump
Carefully remove the cooler insert by rotating it.
Apply compressed air to free the insert of coarse
contamination.
Place the insert for ≈45 minutes in a cleaning bath
with hot water (temperature ≈60-65°C) and 5%
VacuCleaner.
Example: 10 l water + 0.5 l VacuCleaner.
Afterwards, rinse out the insert with clear water. Blow
it out with compressed air.
Clean the cooler housing.
Mount the new O-rings. Lubricate them lightly for this
purpose.
Assemble in reversed order of sequence.
Check to see if there are any leaks in the vacuum
pump after switching device back on.
Mount the cover plate.
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FAM 15/30/50/70 Maintenance of Water Filter Combination (optional)
Maintenance of Water Filter Combination (optional)
Back-Flush Water Filter Combination
The water filter combination is a possible option for the version with water ring
vacuum pump.
To perform these tasks, you will need the following tools and equipment:
Collecting vessel (25 liter)
A water inlet pressure of at least 1.5°bar.
Proceed as follows to back-flush the water filter
combination:
Place a collecting vessel underneath (≈25-liter).
Open the ball valve by turning the back-flush
button until it stops.
Take care to ensure that the marking bars are in
vertical position. The back-flush system is
activated.
It is possible to remove filtered water during the
back-flushing sequence.
Close the ball valve after ≈15 sec.
A longer back-flushing period may be required
with filters that are heavily clogged.
Set the next date for manual back-flushing with the
aid of the memory ring.
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FAM 15/30/50/70 Maintenance of Water Filter Combination (optional)
Checking / setting the downstream pressure
Downstream pressure is the term used for the pressure after the filter combination.
Reduce the pressure to prevent strong turbulence in the vacuum pump tank when
the operating pressure is high.
The downstream pressure at the filter combination is set ex-works to 5 bar.
To adjust the downstream pressure, proceed
as follows:
1. Close the locking feature [1].
2. Relieve the pressure in the pipe between the
locking features [1] and [2], e.g. by tapping
the water. For example using water spigots.
3. Loosen the flat-blade screw [4]. Do not
screw out completely!
4. Depressurize the nominal value spring by
turning the adjustment grip to the left (-).
5. Close the locking feature [2].
6. Slowly open the locking feature [1].
7. Set the nominal value of 5 bar (downstream
pressure) by rotating the adjustment grip.
Turning the the right (+) increases the
nominal value, turning to the left (-)
decreases the nominal value.
(Read the value on the manometer)
If the downstream pressure is set to a lower
value, then the output side must be relieved
of pressure in order for the desired
downstream pressure to adjust.
8. Tighten the flat-blade screw firmly [4].
9. Slowly open the locking feature [2].
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