Oil-less Vane Vacuum Systems Please read and save these instructions. Read carefully before attempting to assemble, install, operate or maintain the product described. Protect yourself and others by observing all safety information. Failure to comply with instructions could result in personal injury and/or property damage! Retain instructions for future reference. DESCRIPTION GENERAL Powerex Medical Vacuum Systems are designed to provide vacuum for hospitals and medical institutes. They are designed and constructed to meet NFPA 99 requirements for Level 1 piped vacuum systems. If WAGD vacuum is the same as the medical-surgical vacuum source: Flammable anesthetics or flammable vapors shall be diluted below the flammable limit prior to disposal into the vacuum system or the pumps shall be designed of materials and using lubricants that are inert in the presence of oxygen, nitrous oxide, and halogenated anesthetics. SAFETY GUIDELINES A SEPARATE SAFETY BOOKLET IS PROVIDED ALONG WITH THIS MANUAL. READ AND UNDERSTAND THE SAFETY BOOKLET. This manual contains information that is very important to know and understand. This information is provided for SAFETY and to PREVENT EQUIPMENT PROBLEMS. To help recognize this information, observe the following symbols. MAKE SURE EVERYONE OPERATING OR SERVICING THE COMPRESSOR READS AND UNDERSTANDS ALL THE INFORMATION PROVIDED. SPECIFICATIONS Product Oil-less Vane Vacuums Operating Voltages Danger indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, WILL result in death or injury. Control Panel TEFC Electric Motor Warning indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, COULD result in death or serious injury. ASME Rated for 200 psi MAWP Caution indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, MAY result in minor or moderate injury. Tank Sizes Notice indicates important information, that if not followed, may cause damage to equipment. UNPACKING Immediately upon receipt of the vacuum system, inspect for any damage which may have occurred during shipment. Repair or replace damaged items before use. The name-plate should be checked to verify the correct model and voltage. Do not operate unit if damaged during shipping, handling or use. Damage may result in bursting and cause injury or property damage. Powerex - 150 Production Drive - Harrison, Ohio 45030 - USA 1-888-769-7979 - www.powerexinc.com

Oil-less Vane Vacuum Systems COMPONENTS RECEIVER TANK VACUUM PUMPS The receiver tank in a Powerex Medical Vacuum System is plumbed so that it sees the system vacuum. The ASME National Board registered air receiver is provided with a condensate drain. Manual drain valves are standard and optional vacuum auto drain set ups are available. Systems may be built with receivers separately mounted or with vacuum pumps and controls integrally mounted. Powerex medical vacuum systems use electric motor driven oil-less rotary vane pumps to create vacuum for the removal of unwanted fluids and gases. The pumps...

Oil-less Vane Vacuum Systems INSTALLATION Disconnect, tag and lockout power before attempting to install, service, relocate or perform any maintenance. Lock out and tag out the electrical supply before servicing the equipment. Do not lift or move unit without appropriately rated equipment. Be sure the unit is securely attached to lifting device used. Do not lift unit by holding onto tubes or coolers. Do not use pumps to lift other attached equipment. Installation of inlet/outlet air plumbing from the system and electrical connections must be in accordance with National Fire Protection Association...

Oil-less Vane Vacuum Systems Pipe Size Requirements System CFM Minimum Pipe Minimum Minimum Pipe Size for 300 Pipe Size for Size for 100 feet feet 600 feet Approximate system CFM equals the number of pumps running times CFM in table below. (Data below is for reference only, if actual pump CFM is higher than shown, use the higher value.) HP If the system extends beyond 600 equivalent straight feet, use one size larger pipe. Pipe Size Equivalent length Equivalent length for 90o elbow, cross, for 45o elbow or tee 3.0 feet

Oil-less Vane Vacuum Systems OPERATION BEFORE START UP 1. 2. 3. 4. Make sure all safety warnings, labels and instructions have been read and understood before continuing. Remove any shipping materials, brackets, etc. Ensure all fuses, circuit breakers, etc., are properly sized. Confirm electric power source and ground have been firmly connected. Make sure the electrical control box door is closed and latched. Make sure all piping is connected. Open the isolation valves for each vacuum pump. Open the valve to the receiver. Close the receiver drain valve. Make sure all selector switches on the...

Oil-less Vane Vacuum Systems MAINTENANCE Refer to the manual from the vacuum pump manufacturer. Pump Models 1. Check and clean. Replace if necessary. 2. Check vanes. Replace if less than 34mm width. 2. Discharge Filter (if installed) 2. Check and replace if necessary. 3. PTFE composite tube seals in end shield 3. If the hollow center shows through, replace. 4. Apply grease to bearing in end shield. (Use only Amblygon TA 15/2 grease.) 5. Secondary cooling filter 5. Check and replace if necessary. Service Interval 6. Check vanes. Replace if less than: Open and allow to drain and check for proper...

Oil-less Vane Vacuum Systems TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE (Chart 7) Problem Lag Alarm Corrective Action Overload Tripped Reset overload; if problem continues, check motor amp draw Verify overload is set to the correct value (see electrical drawing) Verify wire gauge is correct for amp draw Check PLC for red error light; replace PLC Check PLC for flashing green light; if 24V DC is present on the last input, then reprogram PLC with E-Prom chip Pump/Motor Failure Check drive coupling; replace if needed. Verify that pump shaft turns freely; repair or replace as necessary Check vacuum discharge piping to...

(c) Additional Period of Warranty – Parts Only (No Labor). In addition to the above, Powerex warrants each Powerex branded Compressor Air- End and Vacuum Pump shall be free of Defects for a period of forty-two (42) months from the date of shipment by Powerex, or thirty-six (36) months from the documented date of startup, or ten thousand (10,000) hours of use, whichever occurs first. Supplier’s repair or replacement of any Product shall not extend the period of any warranty of any Product. This warranty applies to the exchange of part(s) found to be defective by an Authorized Powerex Service Representative...