Hydac FT 5 Series Operating manual

FT 5
Barrel Transportation and
Filtration Trolley
Operating and Maintenance Instructions
English (translation of original instructions)
Document no.: 3160334d

FT 5 Imprint
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Imprint
Publisher and responsible for the content:
HYDAC FILTER SYSTEMS GMBH
Postfach 1251
66273 Sulzbach / Saarland
Germany
Telephone: [phone]
Telefax: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
Homepage: www.hydac.com
Court of Registration: Saarbrücken, HRB 17216
Executive director: Mathias Dieter,
Dipl.Kfm. Wolfgang Haering
Documentation Representative
Mr. Günter Harge
c/o HYDAC International GmbH, Industriegebiet, 66280 Sulzbach / Saar
Telephone: ++49 (0)6897 509 1511
Telefax: ++49 (0)6897 509 1394
E-mail: [email protected]
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All rights reserved. No part of this work may be reproduced in any form (print,
photocopy or by other means) or processed, duplicated or distributed using electronic
systems without the written consent of the publisher.
These documents have been created and inspected with the greatest care. However,
errors cannot be ruled out completely.
All details are subject to technical modifications. Technical specifications are subject to
change without notice.

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Contents
Imprint .......................................................................................................................2
Documentation Representative...............................................................................2
Contents....................................................................................................................3
Preface ...................................................................................................................... 5
Technical Support...................................................................................................6
Modifications to the Product ...................................................................................6
Warranty .................................................................................................................6
Using the documentation ........................................................................................7
General Safety Precautions.....................................................................................8
Obligations and Liability.......................................................................................... 8
Explanation of Symbols and Warnings, etc. ...........................................................9
Proper/Designated Use .......................................................................................... 9
Improper Use .......................................................................................................... 9
Safety Devices...................................................................................................... 10
Informal Safety Precautions.................................................................................. 10
How to behave in case of emergency................................................................... 10
Training and Instruction of Personnel ...................................................................11
Structural modifications ........................................................................................ 11
Transporting the FT5 .............................................................................................12
Checking the scope of delivery ............................................................................13
Using the barrel transport cart..............................................................................14
Picking up the barrel .............................................................................................14
Removing the barrel .............................................................................................18
Connecting the filter pump unit ............................................................................ 21
Hanging / connecting the suction hose.................................................................21
Hanging / connecting the pressure hose ..............................................................21
Electrical connection of the FT5 ...........................................................................21
Checking the direction of rotation .........................................................................22
Check direction of rotation ....................................................................................23
Switching on the FT5 .............................................................................................24
Oil filter unit ............................................................................................................25
Area of utilization ..................................................................................................25
Suitable fluids ....................................................................................................... 25
Observing medium / ambient temperature ........................................................... 25
Changing over between operating modes ........................................................... 26
OF5 L.................................................................................................................... 26

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OF5 F.................................................................................................................... 26
Setting the circulation pumping operating mode ...............................................27
Operating mode – circulation pumping and filtration.........................................28
Starting up the FT5.................................................................................................29
Inserting the filter element ....................................................................................29
Pre-filling the pump............................................................................................... 29
Venting the filter housing ......................................................................................29
Clogging indicator .................................................................................................30
Performing maintenance ....................................................................................... 31
Maintenance intervals ........................................................................................... 32
Changing the Filter Element .................................................................................32
Cleaning the suction strainer in the lance.............................................................35
Disposing of the FT5.............................................................................................. 37
Shutdown and storage...........................................................................................37
Spare parts.............................................................................................................. 38
Contact / Service ....................................................................................................39
Technical data ........................................................................................................ 40
Dimensions and Hydraulic shematic..................................................................... 41
Model Code ............................................................................................................. 42
EU Declaration of Conformity ............................................................................... 43

FT 5 Preface
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Preface
For you, as the owner of a product manufactured by us, we have produced this
manual, comprising the most important instructions for its operation and
maintenance.
It is intended to help you become acquainted with the ins and outs of the product and
use it properly.
You should keep it in the vicinity of the product so it is always at your fingertips.
Sometimes the information contained in the documentation cannot always keep up with
changes made to the product as we attach considerable importance to keeping our
products cutting-edge.
Consequently, there might be deviations in technical details, illustrations and
dimensions.
If you discover errors while reading the documentation or have suggestions or other
useful information, please don’t hesitate to contact us:
HYDAC FILTER SYSTEMS GMBH
Technische Dokumentation
Postfach 12 51
66273 Sulzbach / Saar
Germany
We look forward to receiving your input.
Our motto: “Putting experience into practice”
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Technical Support
If you have any questions, suggestions, or encounter any problems of a technical
nature, please don't hesitate to contact us. When contacting us, please always include
the model/type designation and article no. of the product:
Fax: ++49 (0) 6897 / 509 - 846
E-mail: [email protected]
Modifications to the Product
We would like to point out that changes to the product (e.g. purchasing options, etc.)
may result in the information in the operating instructions no longer being completely
accurate or sufficient.
When making modifications or performing repair work to components affecting the
safety of the product, the product may not be put back into operation until it has been
examined and released by a HYDAC representative.
Please notify us immediately of any modifications made to the product whether by you
or a third party.
Warranty
For the warranty provided by us, please refer to the General Terms of Sale and
Delivery of HYDAC Filter Systems GmbH.
You will find these under www.hydac.com -> General terms and conditions.

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Using the documentation
Please note that the method described above of locating specific
information does not release you from your responsibility for carefully
reading the entire manual prior to starting the unit up for the first time
and carefully rereading the manual at regular intervals later on.
WHAT do you want to know?
I determine which topic I am looking for.
WHERE can I find the information I’m looking for?
The document has a table of contents at the beginning. I select the chapter I'm
looking for and the corresponding page number.
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Chapter description
Page number
Edition date
Document language
Documentation No.
with Index /
File name
The documentation number with its index enables you to order another copy of the
operating and maintenance instructions. The index is incremented every time the
manual is revised or changed.

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General Safety Precautions
These operating instructions contain the key instructions for properly and safely
operating the FT5.
Obligations and Liability
The basic prerequisite for the safe and proper handling and operation of the FT5 is
knowledge of the safety instructions and warnings.
These operating instructions in general, and the safety precautions in particular, are to
be adhered by all those who work with the FT5.
Adherence is to be maintained to pertinent accident prevention regulations applicable
at the site where the product is used.
The safety precautions listed herein are limited solely to using the FT5.
The FT5 has been designed and constructed in accordance with the technical state of
the art and recognized safety rules and regulations. Nevertheless, hazards may be
posed to the life and limb of the individual using the product or to third parties. Risk of
damage may be posed to the product or other equipment and property.
Use the FT5:
solely for its designated use
only when in a safe, perfect condition
Immediately remedy any malfunctions that might impair safety.
Our General Terms and Conditions apply. They are made available to the owner upon
concluding purchase of the unit at the latest. Any and all warranty and liability claims
for personal injuries and damage to property shall be excluded in the event they are
attributable to one or more of the following causes:
Improper use or use deviating from intended use
Improper assembly/installation, start up, operation and maintenance
Operation when the system equipment or systems are defective
modifications to the FT5 made by the user or purchaser
Improper monitoring of unit components that are subject to wear and tear
improperly performed repair work

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Explanation of Symbols and Warnings, etc.
The following designations and symbols are used in this manual to designate hazards,
etc.:
DANGER
DANGER denotes situations
which can lead to death if
safety precautions are not
observed.
WARNING
WARNING denotes situations
which can lead to death if
safety precautions are not
observed.
CAUTION
CAUTION denotes situations
which can lead to severe
injuries if safety precautions
are not observed.
NOTICE
NOTICE denotes situations
which can lead to property
damage if safety precautions
are not observed.
Proper/Designated Use
The FT5 is a mobile filteration unit that is used to pick up 200 liters steel panel barrels
pursuant to DIN 6643 or EN 210 and for transfer pumping with or without simultaneous
filtration of fluids.
Any other use shall be deemed to be improper and not in keeping with the product's
designated use.
The manufacturer will not assume any liability for any damage resulting from such use.
Proper or designated use of the product extends to the following:
Maintaining adherence to all the instructions contained herein.
Performing requisite inspection and maintenance work.
Improper Use
Any use deviating from the proper/designated use described above is prohibited.
Improper use may result in hazard to life and limb.
Example of improper use:
Operation without a suction strainer
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Safety Devices
Prior to starting up the product each time, make sure that all the safety devices are
properly fitted to the hydraulic system in which the product is to be used and are in
proper working order.
When the product is supplied in partial consignments, the safety devices are to be
applied by the operator as specified by law/pertinent regulations.
Informal Safety Precautions
Always keep the operating instructions in the vicinity of the unit.
In addition to the operating instructions, the general and local regulations pertaining to
accident prevention and environmental protection are to be observed.
Make sure that the safety and hazard symbols and warnings on the unit are always in a
legible condition.
Check the hoses and connectors for leaks on a daily basis. Regularly check the
electrical equipment. Replace any loose connections or damaged cables immediately.
How to behave in case of emergency
In the event of an emergency, pull the power plug.

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Training and Instruction of Personnel
The FT5 may only be operated by properly trained and instructed personnel.
The areas of responsibility of your staff must be established in a clear-cut manner.
Staff undergoing training may not use the FT5 unless supervised by an experienced
staff member.
Individuals Individuals undergoing training Individuals with technical training/ engineering background Electricians Supervisor with the appropriate authority
Activity
Packing
Transportation
x x x
Commissioning x x x
Operation x x x x
Troubleshooting/
locating the source of malfunction
x x x
Remedying of mechanical faults x x
Remedying of electrical faults x x
Maintenance x x x x
Repair work x
Decommissioning/storage x x x x
Structural modifications
Do not make any modifications (design modifications, extensions) to the unit without
the prior consent of the manufacturer.
Immediately replace any unit components which are not in perfect condition.
Use only original spare parts. When using non-OEM components it cannot be ensured
that they have been designed and manufactured so as to comply with loading and
safety requirements.

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Transporting the FT5
NOTICE
Using components for pushing / pulling
The FT5 will be damaged
►Never use the components to push or pull the FAM.
►Use the handles provided for moving.
Wind the suction and pressure hose and the connection cable around the holders
provided for this purpose and fasten them in place.
Move the FT5 manually using the rollers. Only ever use the FT5's handles to move it.
Before shifting the unit, make sure to release the hand brake on the swivel casters.
Once the FT5 is in the new, desired position, actuate the hand brake on the swivel
casters.

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Checking the scope of delivery
Check the scope of delivery before commissioning.
The following items are supplied:
Item Qty. Description
1 1 FT5 chassis frame including tension belt
2 1 Filtromat OF5 (without filter element)
3 1 Filter element
4 1 Pressure hose
5 1 Suction hose
- 1 T5 Operating Instructions (this manual)
2
4
5
3
1
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Using the barrel transport cart
The FT5 was designed for the purpose of combining the transport and filtration of
media in barrel containers in a single device.
NOTICE
Unsuitable barrel
The FT5 / barrel will be damaged
►Only use tight-head barrels with 200 liters pursuant to DIN 6643 or EN 210.
Picking up the barrel
To pick up a barrel, proceed as follows:
1. Move the transport cart into position.
2. Loosen the tension belt on the ratchet.
3. Remove the tension belt bolt.
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4. Unlock the steering and lifting clamp.
To do this, rotate the safety bolt upwards
(1) by 180° and then pull out of the bracket
(2).
5. Raise the steering-lifting bar until it stops.
6. Use the FT5 to travel to the barrel until the
barrel collar is up against the barrel.
7. Secure the FT5 against unintentional
movement. To do this, actuate the stopper
on the roller.
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8. Insert the bolts for the tension belts
completely into the bracket until the
shoulder of the bolt is up against the
bracket.
9.
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Spannen Sie den Ratschen-Zurrgurt
unterhalb der Sickung / dem Wulst.
10. Pull the steering and lifting clamp
downward.
11. Insert the safety bolt completely up to the
stop in the bracket (1) and rotate 180°
downward (2).
!
!
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12. Undo the stopper on the roller.
13. The transport cart is not ready for use.
Always secure the FT5 against
unintentional movement and/or rolling
away.
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Removing the barrel
To remove a barrel, proceed as follows:
1. Move the transport cart to the unloading
position.
2. Unlock the steering and lifting clamp.
Rotate the safety bolt upwards (1) by 180°
and then pull it out of the bracket (2).
3. Raise the steering and lifting clamp slowly
and carefully until the entire barrel is resting
on the floor.
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4. Loosen the tension belt
5. Pull the bolt for the tension belt out of the
bracket.
6. Pull the transport cart away to the rear (1).
Press the steering and lifting clamp (2)
downward.
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7. Insert the safety bolt completely up to the
stop in the bracket (1) and rotate 180°
downward (2).
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!

8. The transport cart is now ready for further
use.
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