Renfert Vortex compact 3L User manual

Vortex compact 3L
Nr. 2924-5000 / -6000
Made in the EU 21-6583 02092015 / A // 302004253.B.1
Ideas for dental technology
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Vortex compact 3L
No. 2924-5000 / -6000
Introduction
We are very pleased with your decision to purchase
our mobile lab dust extractor Vortex compact 3L.
Before putting the device into operation,
please read these operating instructions
thoroughly and keep them close at hand for
future reference.
Observe the danger advices and warnings
as laid out in the „Operator‘s notes“.
Use these operating instructions to instruct
the operator in the applicable range of op-
eration, the potential risks when operating
the device and how to actually operate the
device.
Always have the user‘s information ready at hand for
the operator.
For further information, see section
„Operator‘s notes“.
Symbols
The following symbols are included in these operating
instructions and afxed to the device itself:
Danger
Immediate risk of injury.
Electric power
Risk of electric shock.
Attention
Failure to observe this note can result in
damage to the unit.
Note
Useful practical information that helps you
handle and operate the unit.
LThe unit corresponds to the dust category L according to IEC/EN 60335-2-69. Suitable
for dust with a MAK (Occupational Expo-
sure Limit) value of > 1 mg/m³.
The extracted dust may contain health en-
dangering substances.
Always ensure adequate protection mea-
sures during disposal.
Read and comply with the operating
instructions.
Other symbols will be explained as they occur.
ENGLISH
Contents
Introduction...................................................................................................... 1
Symbols............................................................................................................... 1
Operating Instructions
1. Unpack........................................................................................................ 2
2. Machine specications............................................................ 2
3. Operation................................................................................................. 2
3.1InsertDustbag ........................................................................... 2
3.2Insertclothlteranddisposalbag........................... 2
3.3Connectdustgenerator ..................................................... 2
3.4 Connect power source........................................................ 2
3.4.1 Extension cord......................................................................... 3
3.5 Manual control............................................................................. 3
3.6 Suction control ............................................................................ 3
3.7Automaticmode......................................................................... 3
3.8Cleaningthenelter„Free-Filter-System“... 3
3.9Extractionmethods................................................................. 3
3.9.1 To extract dry substances.................................................. 3
3.9.2 To extract liquids..................................................................... 3
4. Cleaning / Servicing.................................................................... 3
4.1Checkseals ................................................................................... 3
4.2ReplaceDustbag .................................................................... 4
4.3Replacedisposalbag........................................................... 4
4.4Replaceneparticlelter................................................. 4
4.5Checkoat...................................................................................... 4
5. Spare Parts............................................................................................ 4
6. Standard Delivery.......................................................................... 4
7. Variants....................................................................................................... 4
8. Accessories ......................................................................................... 4
9. Troubleshooting............................................................................... 5
Operator‘s Notes
A. Application.............................................................................................. 6
A.1Intendeduse ................................................................................. 6
B. Danger Notices and Warnings....................................... 6
C. Admitted Persons.......................................................................... 7
D. Repairs........................................................................................................ 7
E. Disposal..................................................................................................... 7
E.1Disposalofconsumables ................................................. 7
E.2Disposingoftheunit.............................................................. 7
E.3WasteeliminationnoticeforEUmember
states.................................................................................................... 7
F. Technical Data................................................................................... 7
G. Non-Liability Clause.................................................................... 8
H. Warranty.................................................................................................... 8

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Operating Instructions
1. Unpack
• Remove the unit and its accessories from its pack-
aging.
• Open holding clamps and remove top from ex-
tractor (Fig. 4).
• Remove further accessories from the dust retainer.
2. Machine specications
(see Fig. 1, 2, 3)
1 Clean lter element button
2 Power socket
3 Main switch (Auto-0-I) and suction control.
4 Hose connector
5 Dust retainer
6 Holding clamp
7 Fine particle lter
8 lter tightening disk
9 Filter inlet tting
3. Operation
• Depending upon the type of application, a variety of
different dust collecting receptacles can be used:
• Dry dust
- dust bag
- cloth lter and disposal bag
• wet dust
- cloth lter and disposal bag
• water
- cloth lter
When used in a laboratory oor unit, suf-
cient air ow needs to be guaranteed.
3.1 Insert Dust bag
• Do not plug the connector into a wall outlet yet.
• Open holding clamps and remove top from ex-
tractor (Fig. 4).
• Place Dust bag in dust retainer and thoroughly
push Dust bag socket onto bag connector (Fig. 5).
• Place top back on extractor and snap on holding
clamps (Fig. 6). Make sure clamps t tightly.
3.2 Insertclothlterand
disposal bag
Instead of a dustbag it is possible to use a cloth lter
together with a disposal bag (see accessories).
It is recommended to use a disposal bag
togetherwiththeclothlterinordertoen-
sure of dust free disposal of the extracted
material.
• Turn off and unplug unit from the mains.
• Open the retaining clamps and lift off the top of the
extractor (Fig. 4).
• Remove the dust bag.
• Insert the disposal bag into the dust retainer and
press the disposal bag socket rmly onto the lter
inlet tting (Fig. 7).
• Fold top edge of disposal bag over edge of dust
retainer (Fig. 8).
• Please press the waste bag completely to the inner
walls and bottom of the dust retainer.
• Insert the cloth lter into the dust retainer. Ensure
the position is correct (Fig. 9).
• The ends of the cloth lter should be draped over
the edge of the tank (Fig. 10).
• Replace the top of the extractor and close the re-
taining clamps (Fig. 6). Ensure the retaining clamps
are in the correct position (Fig. 11).
3.3 Connect dust generator
• Slot hose into hose connector (Fig. 12).
• Attach hose to dust generator (eg. Sandblaster,
dry trimmer, extractor clamp). Make sure the hose
ts tightly, use hose adapter (see Accessories) as
necessary.
3.4 Connect power source
Check that the rated operating voltage
specied on the type plate matches your
local mains voltage.
• Check that the dust extractor is off.
Main switch (3, Fig. 2) in position „0“.
• Plug the lead connector into a properly installed PE
contact mains outlet.
• Connect unit to a fault current circuit breaker.
• Arrange conducting parts (mains outlets, plugs and
couplings) and install extension cord such that the
protection class (IP) is retained.
• Check to only use waterproof plugs and couplings
of mains leads.

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3.4.1 extension cord
Only use an extension cord that at least complies
with or exceeds OEM specications. Check that the
cord has the correct minimum cross section:
Cord length Cross-section
< 16 A < 25 A
up to 20 m 1.5 mm²
(AWG 14)
2.5 mm²
(AWG 12)
20 to 50 m 2.5 mm²
(AWG 12)
4.0 mm²
(AWG 10)
3.5 Manual control
• Switch extractor on and off on main switch (3, Fig. 2)
Switch setting Function
0OFF
I ON (manual mode)
auto automatic mode
3.6 Suction control
• Suction power is adjusted by turning the main
switch (3, Fig. 2).
Suction power adjustment allows you to accurately
adapt the suction power to different extraction chal-
lenges in both Manual and Auto mode.
3.7 Automatic mode
The electrical dust generator (electrical appliance)
turns the extractor on or off. Intended use includes
that electrical appliances connected to the extractor
must be certied for dusty environments.
Observe the maximum tolerable power
input of the electrical appliance to be con-
nected: See section „Technical Data“.
Before setting the selector to „auto“ check
that the connected electrical appliance is
turned off.
• Turn off extractor.
• Turn off electrical appliance.
• Connect suction hose to both electrical appliance
and extractor.
• Plug electrical appliance into power socket on the
extractor (Fig. 13).
• Switch the extractor to Automatic mode on the main
switch (3, Fig. 2), switch position „auto“.
• Turn on electrical appliance.
• The extractor will start as you turn on the connected
electrical appliance.
When you turn off the electrical appliance,
the extractor will trail off for a couple of
seconds to ensure that any dust in the hose
is completely blown into the dust retainer.
3.8 Cleaningthenelter„Free-
Filter-System“
When suction begins to be less powerful:
• Set selector to „I“ (maximum power).
• Put hand over nozzle or hose outlet (Fig. 14).
• Press „Free-Filter-System“ button three times
(Fig. 14).
This will generate an airow which blows off dust
that may have settled on the slats of the Fine particle
lter.
In doing so, the dust from the inside surface will also
fall from the dustbag or cloth lter.
3.9 Extraction methods
Efcient cleaning can be reached by combining some
general guidelines with your own experience from
your specialist eld of application.
Here is some general information.
3.9.1 toextract dry suBstances
When extracting dry materials it is essential to use a
dustbag or a cloth lter together with a disposal bag
at all times (see section „Accessories“).
This will provide a simple and hygienic means of
disposing of the extracted material.
Extracting liquids will leave a wet ne particle lter
behind. A wet ne particle lter will readily clog up if
dry substances are extracted afterwards. Before you
start extracting dry substances you should therefore
wash and dry the ne particle lter or replace it with a
dry one.
3.9.2 toextract liquids
Always remove the dust bag/disposal bag before you
start extracting liquids.
We recommend using a separate ne particle lter.
Immediately interrupt the work in progress
and empty the dust retainer when you no-
tice that foam is beginning to form.
After extracting liquids take off the top of the extractor
housing and keep separate to allow the ne particle
lter to dry.
4. Cleaning / Servicing
Switch the device off and remove the plug
from the power supply before cleaning or
servicing.
The device must be checked at least once a year by
the manufacturer or a trained person.
The lter system must be examined for damage and
to ensure it is leak proof.
4.1 Check seals
Whilst changing the dustbag, the disposal bag or
the ne lter, always check the condition of the dust
retainer edge and seal in the extractor‘s top section.
A dirty or damaged dust retainer rim or seal
will reduce the suction power.

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4.2 Replace Dust bag
• Turn off and unplug unit from the mains.
• Open holding clamps and remove top from ex-
tractor (Fig. 4).
• Carefully pull sleeve of dust bag off its connector.
• Push dust bag across sleeve opening.
• Dispose of dust bag according to local statutory
regulations.
• Clean dust retainer.
• Place dust bag in dust retainer and thoroughly push
holding sleeve onto bag connector (Fig. 5).
• Place top back on extractor and snap on holding
clamps (Fig. 6). Make sure clamps t tightly.
4.3 Replace disposal bag
• Turn off and unplug unit from the mains.
• Open holding clamps and remove top from ex-
tractor (Fig. 4).
• Tap the cloth lter and remove carefully.
• Use string to close disposal bag.
• Carefully pull sleeve of disposal bag off its connec-
tor.
• Push slider across sleeve opening.
• Dispose of disposal bag according to local statutory
regulations.
• Place new disposal bag in dust retainer and thor-
oughly push holding sleeve onto bag connector
(Fig. 7).
• Fold top edge of disposal bag over edge of dust
retainer (Fig. 8).
• Insert the cloth lter into the dust retainer. Ensure
the position is correct (Fig. 9).
• The ends of the cloth lter should be draped over
the edge of the tank (Fig. 10).
• Replace the top of the extractor and close the re-
taining clamps (Fig. 6). Ensure the retaining clamps
are in the correct position (Fig. 11).
4.4 Replaceneparticlelter
Never extract dust without putting in a
neparticle lter!
• Turn off and unplug unit from the mains.
• Open holding clamps and remove top from
extractor (Fig. 4).
• Turn tightening disk anticlockwise and remove
(Fig. 15).
• Carefully remove ne particle lter (Fig. 16).
• Clean lter seal, check for damages and replace as
necessary.
• Put in new ne particle lter.
• Put on lter tightening disk and turn clockwise to
rmly lock in place (Fig. 17).
• Dispose of used ne particle lter according to local
statutory regulations.
• Place top back on extractor and snap on holding
clamps (Fig. 6). Make sure clamps t tightly.
4.5 Checkoat
• Switch the unit off and remove the plug from the
socket.
• Open clamps and remove the top part of the ex-
tractor (Fig. 4)
• Turn the spring washer in a clockwise direction and
remove (Fig. 15).
• Check the oat is clean and able to move freely
(Fig. 18).
5. Spare Parts
You can nd components subject to wear and the
spare parts on the spare part list in the internet at
www.renfert.com/p918.
The components excluded from the warranty (such
as consumables or parts subject to wear and tear)
are marked on the spare part list.
Serial number and date of manufacturing are shown
on the type plate of the unit.
6. Standard Delivery
1 Renfert Vortex compact 3L
1 Suction hose assembly, 3 m
1 Bag-type lter
1 Operating Instructions
7. Variants
No. 2924-5000 Vortex compact 3L, 230 V, 50 / 60 Hz
No. 2924-6000 Vortex compact 3L, 120 V, 60 Hz
8. Accessories
No. 2924-5003 Set of dust bags (5 pcs)
No. 2924-5005 Cloth lter
No. 2924-5002 Disposal bag (5 pcs)
No. 2924-5004 Fine particle lter 302000461
No. 2924-5006 90° angled connector
No. 900034305 Adapter for hose connector
No. 900034240 Suction hose
No. 900034314 Y-shaped adapter
No. 900034420 H- + Hepa Filter Vortex compact 3L
No. 2925-0000 Extractor clamp (w/o glass pane)
No. 2925-1000 Glass pane w/ holder
(for mouthpiece)
No. 2926-0000 Extraction distributor, including
4 sleeves (w/o hose)
No. 2921-0003 Set of sleeves, 2 pcs
No. 15-0823 Suction hose (by metre)

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9. Troubleshooting
Problem Cause Remedy
Motor won‘t run. • Fuse blown in mains socket.
• Overload protection triggered.
• Motor defective.
• Reactivate mains fuse.
• Turn off dust extractor and allow to cool down
for 5 minutes. Contact the Renfert Service
Team if the extractor still fails to restart.
• If the extractor is to be situated in a base cabi-
net, ensure there is sufcient air cooling.
• Have Renfert Service Team replace the motor.
Motor won‘t run in
Auto mode.
• Electrical appliance defective
or not connected properly.
• Low power consumption of
electrical appliance.
• Check operability of electrical appliance and
check if connector is tight.
• Note that the min. rated power consumption is
P > 20 W.
Reduced suction
power.
• Suction control turned down
too low.
• Suction hose / nozzle clogged.
• Disposal bag or dust bag full.
• Fine particle lter dirty.
• Seal between container and
top of extractor housing
defective or not there.
• «Free-Filter-System» mecha-
nism defective.
• Activation button for the lter
cleaning function is pressed
due to coiled cable.
• Set suction control as described in “Suction
control adjustment”.
• Clean suction hose / nozzle.
• See section “Replacing the disposal bag, dust
bag.
• See section “Cleaning the ne particle lter”,
“Replacing the ne particle lter”.
• Replace seal.
• Contact Renfert Service Team.
• Wind the cable up so that the activation button
is not actuated.
Extractor won’t pick
up wet substance.
• Dust retainer full. • Turn off unit. Empty dust retainer.

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Operator‘s Notes
The sections below are intended to help operators
make safe and proper use of the unit in their lab.
Use these operating instructions to instruct
the operator in the applicable range of op-
eration, the potential risks when operating
the device and how to actually operate the
device.
Always have the user‘s information ready at hand for
the operator.
A.Application
A.1 Intended use
Use the unit for extracting dry, non-combustible dust
and liquids.
The unit is suitable for commercial use, e.g. in dental
labs.
When used properly, the safety vacuum
cleaner described in this manual is suitable
forvacuumingupdry,non-ammabledusts
and liquids. It is properly suited for the
vacuuming up and off of health endanger-
ing,non-ammabledustswithTLVvalues
greater than 1 mg/m3in accordance with the
dust class ‘L’ as per EN 60335-2-69.
In order to protect the health of persons
working in a dental laboratory, the law re-
quires that specialised dust extractors must
be used.
National regulations state the MAK value
- maximum concentration of suspended
particles in the air.
Find out about the legal national threshold
value and the type of dust generated in
your laboratory.
Any other use is not „as intended“. The manufacturer
shall not be liable for any damages resulting from any
such other use.
The „use as intended“ includes compliance with the
operating, servicing and preventive maintenance
conditions dened by the manufacturer.
B.Danger Notices and
Warnings
Top part of extractor housing contains live
(conducting) parts.
Contacting live parts will cause serious
injury or death.
Never spray top part of extractor housing
with water.
Risk of electric shock from a broken mains
lead.
Contacting a broken mains lead may cause
serious injury or death.
Avoid damaging the mains lead (e.g. by
pulling, squashing or driving over it).
Regularly check mains lead for damages
(e.g. rips, wear).
Before making further use of the unit, have
the Renfert Service Team or a skilled electri-
cian replace the broken mains lead.
The mains socket on the unit is only de-
signed for the purposes specied in the
Operating Instructions. Connecting other
devices may cause material damage.
Before connecting another device, turn off
both the dust extractor and the other de-
vice.
Read the operating instructions of the other
device and comply with the safety instruc-
tions contained in the document.
Risk of damage by non-compliant mains
voltages.
You may damage the unit if you connect
it to any other than the specied mains
voltage.
Check the type plate to verify that your local
mains voltage matches the rated voltage.
Extracting liquids.
Immediately interrupt the work in prog-
ress and empty the dust retainer when you
notice any foam beginning to form or liquid
escaping.
Regularly clean the built-in water level con-
trol oat and check for damages.
Dangerous substances.
Extracting dangerous substances may
cause serious injury or death.
Do not extract any of the following materials:
• Health endangering dust with a MAK val-
ue of < 1 mg/m³,
• hot materials (glowing cigarettes,
hot ash, etc.),
• combustible, explosive, aggressive liquids
(e.g. petrol, solvents, acids, caustic solu-
tions, etc.),
• combustible, explosive dust (e.g. magne-
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If the exhaust air is passed back into the
room, it is essential to ensure of sufcient
air renewal „L“. Please observe the national
guidelines.
Exclusively for indoor use. Keep the device
in a dry room and protect against unautho-
rized use.
Please remove the plug from the power
supply before carrying out work on the
device, e.g. cleaning, servicing, exchanging
parts.
Spare parts and accessories.
The use of other than OEM spare parts and
accessories may be an impediment to the
safety of the unit.
Use OEM spare parts and accessories sup-
plied by Renfert GmbH only.
Environmentally hazardous extraction sub-
stances.
Extracted substances may be a risk to the
environment.
Dispose of extracted material according to
local statutory regulations.
Children must be supervised to make sure
they do not play with the device.
C.Admitted Persons
Unit
• to be operated, cleaned and serviced by instructed
and authorised persons only,
• to be operated under supervision only,
• not to be operated by children.
• Must not be used by persons with restricted physi-
cal, sensory or mental capabilities, or those lacking
the relevant operating experience.
Corrective actions not described in this user informa-
tion document to be taken by a skilled electrician only.
D.Repairs
Repairs to be made by skilled electricians and spe-
cialised dealers only.
E. Disposal
Immediately render the unit useless at the end of its
service life.
Unplug from mains and cut mains lead.
E.1 Disposal of consumables
Dispose of dust bag, disposal bags and ne particle
lters according to local statutory regulations.
E.2 Disposing of the unit
Unit to be disposed of by a commercial waste elim-
ination company only. Inform the company of any
hazardous substances remaining in the unit.
E.3 Waste elimination notice for
EU member states
To maintain and protect the environment, prevent
environmental pollution, and to improve the recycling
of raw materials, the European Commission issued
a directive ruling that manufacturers must take back
electrical and electronic devices and transfer it to
proper waste elimination or recycling dumps or pro-
cesses.
In the member states of the European Union, devices
carrying this symbol must not therefore disposed of
by throwing them into the unsorted household waste:
For more information regarding proper disposal
please apply at your local authorities.
F. Technical Data
Nominal voltage 230 V / 120 V
Voltage range (230 V) 230 – 240 V
Mains frequency 50 / 60 Hz (230 V)
60 Hz (120 V)
Mains fuse 16 A (230 V) / 12 A (120 V)
Power consumption IEC
1200 W (230 V) / 840 W (120 V)
Power sustained by unit‘s mains socket
2400 W (230 V) / 600 W (120 V)
Total connected power
3600 W (230 V) / 1440 W (120 V)
Air volume ow rate
222 m³/h (230 V) / 192 m³/h (120 V)
Vacuum 250 hPa (230 V) / 230 hPa (120 V)
Sound pressure level
at 1 m‘s distance, EN 60704-1 62 dB(A)
Measurement uncertainty 2 dB(A)
Vibration value ahv at the tube
according to IEC 60335-2-69 < 2,5 m/s²
Mains lead: Length 7.5 m
Protection class I
IP protection IP X4
Radio interference suppression EN 55014-1
Capacity of dust retainer 30 l
Width 385 mm
Depth 480 mm
Height 600 mm
Weight 10 kg