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MAINTENANCE

35

Point

Action

To be carried out

Remark

1

Checking the lubricant 
level.

Before starting the pump 
and at scheduled inter-
vals at stand still.

Make sure that the lubri-
cant level is above the 
minimum level line in the 
inspection window.
If necessary refill the 
lubricant. Also refer to 
§

8.4

.

2

Checking the pump-
head for any leakage of 
lubricant around the 
cover, the brackets and 
the rear of the pump-
head.

Before starting the pump 
and at scheduled inter-
vals during operation.

Refer to §

10

.

3

Checking the gearbox 
for any leakage.

Before starting the pump 
and at scheduled inter-
vals during operation.

In case of leakage con-
sult your Bredel repre-
sentative.

4

Checking the pump for 
deviating temperature or 
strange noises.

At scheduled intervals 
during operation.

Refer to §

10

.

5

Checking the rotor with 
integral pressing shoes 
for excessive wear.

When replacing the 
pump hose.

Refer to §

8.5

.

6

Internal cleaning of the 
pump hose.

Cleaning of the system 
or fluid change.

Refer to §

8.3

.

7

Replacing the pump 
hose.

Preventive, this means 
after 75% of the hose life 
of the first hose.

Refer to §

8.5

.

8

Changing lubricant.

After every second hose 
change or after 5,000 
service hours, whichever 
comes first, or after hose 
rupture.

Refer to §

8.4

9

Replacing the seal ring.

If necessary.

Refer to §

8.6.2

.

Summary of Contents for APEX28

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Page 3: ...3 Hose pump series APEX28 and APEX35 Installation Operation and Maintenance Manual Environmental Management ISO 14001 Quality Management ISO 9001...

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Page 5: ...DESCRIPTION 4 1 Identification of the product 14 4 1 1 Identification of the product 14 4 1 2 Identification of the pump 14 4 1 3 Identification of the gearbox 14 4 1 4 Identification of the electric...

Page 6: ...ure 31 7 6 Fluid leakage 33 8 MAINTENANCE 8 1 General 34 8 2 Maintenance and periodic inspections 34 8 3 Cleaning the pump hose 36 8 4 Changing lubricant 36 8 5 Replacing the pump hose 37 8 5 1 Removi...

Page 7: ...5 Weights 61 11 1 6 Torque figures 62 11 2 Lubricant table gearbox 63 11 3 Gearbox 64 11 4 Electric motor 64 11 5 Variable Frequency Drive VFD optional 64 11 6 Parts list 65 11 6 1 Ordering parts 65 1...

Page 8: ...al are a translation of the original instructions 1 3 Other supplied documentation Documentation of components such as the gearbox the motor and the frequency controller is not included in this manual...

Page 9: ...tor Refer to 4 1 1 1 5 Environment and disposal of waste Inquire within your local government about the possibilities for reuse or environment friendly processing of packaging materials contaminated l...

Page 10: ...cations of the manufacturer inclusive of his indications in the sales brochure In case of doubt it is the use which appears to be its intended use judging from the construction execution and function...

Page 11: ...accept any responsibility for damage or harm caused by not observing the safety regulations and instructions in this manual and other supplied documentation or by negligence during installation use ma...

Page 12: ...rsons in training may use the hose pump only under the supervision and responsibility of trained and qualified users 2 6 Regulations and instructions Everyone who works with the hose pump must be awar...

Page 13: ...n and signed safety form as present in the back of this manual The safety form must be applied to the outside of the shipping carton Parts which have been contaminated or which have been corroded by c...

Page 14: ...ncy controller option 4 1 2 Identification of the pump The identification plate on the pumphead contains the following data A Pump type and rotor type low or medium pressure B Serial number 4 1 3 Iden...

Page 15: ...the VFD Remove the cover by loosening the two screws The identification sticker contains the following data A Article number B Serial number 4 1 6 Identification of the pump hose The identification st...

Page 16: ...DESCRIPTION 16 4 2 Construction of the pump A Cover B Rotor C Pump hose D Pump housing E Supports F Gearbox G Electric motor H Frequency controller A D C E G E F H B...

Page 17: ...e As soon as the shoe has passed the hose recovers to its original shape due to the mechanical properties of the material and fluid is drawn into the hose In phase 2 fluid is drawn through the hose by...

Page 18: ...redel pump hoses have been carefully machined to achieve minimum tolerances in wall thickness It is very important to guarantee the correct compression of the pump hose because When the compression is...

Page 19: ...essure If you want to change the application of your hose pump contact your Bredel representative 4 4 3 Lubrication and cooling The pumphead is filled with Bredel Genuine Hose Lubricant This lubricant...

Page 20: ...tandard electric motor is a completely enclosed three phase asynchronous motor The motor connection must meet the local applicable regulations Refer to the documentation supplied with the electric mot...

Page 21: ...an area where the ambient temperature during operation is not lower than 20 C 4 F and not higher than 40 C 104 F 5 3 2 Setup The pump materials and protective layers are suitable for indoor setup and...

Page 22: ...suction lines as short and direct as possible It is recommended to use a minimum of three quarters 3 4 of the hose length as flexible hose in the suction or discharge line This avoids the need to remo...

Page 23: ...ly 5 3 5 Frequency controller If the hose pump is fitted with a frequency controller consider the following points Take precautions so the motor does not restart automatically after an unscheduled sto...

Page 24: ...r lifting and moving the hose pump The complete hose pump i e pumphead gearbox and electric motor must be lifted using the lifting eyes and suitably rated straps or slings A For the weights refer to 1...

Page 25: ...ill with Bredel Genuine Hose Lubricant via the breather plug Also refer to 8 4 6 2 Commissioning 1 Connect the pipework 2 Make sure that there are no obstructions such as closed valves 3 Switch on the...

Page 26: ...from your specification follow the instructions in chapter 10 or consult your Bredel representative 6 If a frequency controller is present check the capacity range In case of any deviations consult th...

Page 27: ...operating condition s The gearbox and motor should be capable of handling that power at the given revolution speeds Refer to 7 3Performance graphs28 to determine the required power WARNING Avoid conta...

Page 28: ...psi lines describes the allowed performance area The required duty points have to fall within this area In the direction of higher speeds and powers pump operation is limited by the heat generated th...

Page 29: ...mp speed A 2 Meet the line of the required discharge pressure B 3 Read the required motor power C To determine maximum allowed pump speed 1 Start at the product temperature D 2 Meet the line of the re...

Page 30: ...1 00 1 25 1 50 1 75 2 00 2 25 2 50 2 75 Required motor power HP Product temperature F 104 122 140 158 176 Con nuous Duty Intermi ent Duty Intermi ent Duty Con nuous Duty 0 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 Pump...

Page 31: ...it is advisable to minimise dry running periods 7 5 Hose failure Cause of a hose failure The hose in a peristaltic pump has to withstand many load cycles of considerable magnitude The repetitive stre...

Page 32: ...ct outside the pump Reversed flow protection is advised This is not part of the scope of delivery A high level float switch can be applied to detect fluid escaping through the breather Refer to 8 7 1...

Page 33: ...ose failure and regular replacement of the lubricant is strongly advised The pumphead and gearbox are directly coupled to each other A special feature is included in the pumphead to allow early detect...

Page 34: ...nance and periodic inspection that need to be carried out on the hose pump to guarantee optimal safety operation and life of the pump WARNING Disconnect and lock the power supply to the pump drive bef...

Page 35: ...ore starting the pump and at scheduled inter vals during operation In case of leakage con sult your Bredel repre sentative 4 Checking the pump for deviating temperature or strange noises At scheduled...

Page 36: ...the pump hose immediately once the pump is stopped to avoid sedimentation and or hardening of the product within the hose that can cause damage upon restart 8 4 Changing lubricant 1 Place a tray A und...

Page 37: ...hose 8 5 1 Removing the pump hose 1 Isolate the pump from the electrical supply 2 Close any shut off valves in the suction and discharge line to minimise product loss 3 Place a tray A under the drain...

Page 38: ...nsert the tip of a screwdriver behind the flange of the insert 7 With the insert B removed pull the bracket A off the hose If the compression ring C stays on the hose remove it from the hose Do steps...

Page 39: ...pump housing Make sure that no rinsing water remains in the pumphead 5 Check the rotor for wear or damage and replace the rotor if necessary Also refer to the maintenance diagram in 8 2 A WARNING Duri...

Page 40: ...at the rotor pulls the hose into the pump housing Stop the motor when the hose sticks out equally from both sides of the pump housing 4 Check that the rubber compression rings A are not deformed or da...

Page 41: ...n ring is not already compressed 8 If the hose is not yet at its end position then turn the rotor in such a way that the hose A is pressed against its end position in the bracket B 9 Lubricate the ins...

Page 42: ...htly while the bracket is pulled against the pump port C In that case use a plastic hammer to gently drive in the insert to its end position while tightening the bolts D 13 Now fit the other port in t...

Page 43: ...pump shaft C 6 Check the outside of the dynamic seal A for deformation or damage as far as possible The dynamic seal is partly covered by the pump shaft Replace the dynamic seal if necessary Refer to...

Page 44: ...l supply to the pump 10 Fit the new pump hose Refer to 8 5 3 8 6 2 Replacing the bearing seal ring shaft and coupling bush 1 Remove the hose the cover and the rotor Refer to 8 6 1 steps 1 to 5 2 Remov...

Page 45: ...he pump shaft if necessary 7 At the back of the pump housing drive out the dynamic seal A via the paths of the leakage zone B Use a driver and a plastic hammer 8 If it is not necessary to replace the...

Page 46: ...l the circlip A in the groove of the pump housing B 13 Slightly grease the sealing lip of the new dynamic seal A Do not grease the outside surface of the dynamic seal Fit the dynamic seal from the fro...

Page 47: ...inner circlip C at the front end and an outer circlip A at the back end 18 If necessary slightly grease the output shaft of the gearbox and position the new coupling bush on it Use a plastic hammer to...

Page 48: ...ers and bolts A and tighten the bolts to the correct torque Refer to 11 1 6 21 Install the rotor the cover and the hose Refer to 8 6 1 steps 6 to 10 8 7 Fitting options 8 7 1 Fitting a high level floa...

Page 49: ...lution counter 1 Jog the rotor until the pressing shoe is clearly visible through the inspection window Now the pressing shoe faces the position of the sensor 2 Remove the lubricant Refer to 8 4 NC Sp...

Page 50: ...ling ring A on the new sensor C 6 Install the sensor C in the pump housing 7 Turn the sensor so that the distance between the sensor and the rotor X is between 0 75 mm 0 03 in and 1 25 mm 0 05 in Tigh...

Page 51: ...the correct order diagonally opposite each other Refer to 11 1 6 10 Refill the pump housing with lubricant Refer to 8 4 11 Connect the sensor electrically via the 2 meter 7 feet long PVC cable 3 x 0 3...

Page 52: ...of untreated parts For this purpose use the correct protection or packaging After a long period of standstill or storage the static load on the pump hose may have caused permanent deformation which wi...

Page 53: ...phase power supply wait two minutes to make sure that the capacitors have discharged Problem Possible cause Correction Failure to operate No voltage Check if the power supply switch is on Check if th...

Page 54: ...re too high Consult your Bredel repre sentative about the maxi mum temperature range of the fluid Internal friction on the hose caused by blocked or poor suction characteristics Check pipework valves...

Page 55: ...relation to the vis cosity of the product to be pumped and the inlet pres sure The suction line can be too long or too narrow or a combination of these fac tors Consult your Bredel repre sentative fo...

Page 56: ...he pressure relief valve functions prop erly if present in the dis charge line High product temperature Consult your Bredel repre sentative for correct hose selection High pulsations Restructure the d...

Page 57: ...ockages and replace if necessary Bolts of bracket loose Tighten to the specified torque settings Refer to 11 1 6 Leakage from the rear of the pump housing Buffer zone Damaged seal ring Replace seal ri...

Page 58: ...ll to cool down for at least one hour after three hours of operation m3 h 3 4 6 2 US gpm 15 2 27 3 Capacity per revolution l rev 0 36 0 74 US gal rev 0 095 0 195 Max permissible working pressure with...

Page 59: ...dow PMMA 4 Pump rotor Aluminium 5 Pump supports Galvanised steel AISI 316 optional 6 Brackets Cast iron 7 Fasteners Galvanised steel AISI 316 optional 8 Dynamic seal behind the rotor NBR 9 Cover seal...

Page 60: ...h this lubricant must be checked if applied Refer to the chemical compatibility chart at www wmftg com chemical or contact your Bredel representative for guidance Unit APEX28 APEX35 Lubricant Bredel G...

Page 61: ...kg 51 75 lbs 112 165 Pump supports total weight for 2 supports kg 4 5 5 5 lbs 9 9 12 1 Rotor kg 3 8 5 8 lbs 8 4 12 8 Hose kg 1 9 2 6 lbs 4 2 5 7 Pump cover complete kg 3 5 4 2 lbs 7 7 9 3 Shaft and c...

Page 62: ...s Description Unit Torque Nm APEX28 APEX35 1 Cover Nm 20 35 lbf in 180 310 2 Bracket Nm 25 50 lbf in 220 440 3 Supports Nm 25 50 lbf in 220 440 4 Gearbox Nm 25 50 lbf in 220 440 5 Inspection window Nm...

Page 63: ...axial gearboxes For a complete overview of the recommended lubricants contact your Bredel representative Oil type Mineral oil Synthetic oil Change oil every 5000 hours 20 000 hours Ambient temperatur...

Page 64: ...o or three Mounting position IM 3001 IM B5 flanged gearbox with keyed shaft in horizontal position Motor adapter Integrated Optional motor adapter Adapter in conformance with IEC B5 or NEMA C In case...

Page 65: ...mp size APEX28 or APEX35 to identify the component you need Also specify the quantity you need Protection class IP65 Mains power supply Three types are available the choice depends on the local electr...

Page 66: ...11 6 2 Overview Pos Description 1 Cover assembly Refer to 11 6 3 2 Pumphead assembly Refer to 11 6 4 3 Pump supports assembly Refer to 11 6 5 4 Flange assembly Refer to 11 6 6 5 Lubricant Refer to 11...

Page 67: ...washer 3 1 Drain plug O ring 4 1 Drain plug 5 1 Breather screw M6x40 M6x40 6 1 Breather 7 1 Breather gasket 8 1 Cover 9 1 Inspection window 10 1 Inspection window gasket 11 6 Inspection window screw M...

Page 68: ...EX35 20 1 Hose NR 1 Hose NBR 1 Hose EPDM 21 1 Pump housing 22 1 Rotor low pressure L Rotor medium pressure M 23 1 Pump shaft O ring 24 3 Rotor screw M10x30 M10x30 25 3 Rotor washer 26 1 Pump shaft 27...

Page 69: ...clip inner coupling bush 32 1 Coupling bush 33 1 Circlip outer coupling bush 34 4 Gearbox bolt standard mounted or stud nut alternative refer to 4 5 M8x30 M10x30 35 4 Gearbox washer 36 1 Lifting lug 3...

Page 70: ...SPECIFICATIONS 70 11 6 5 Support assembly Pos Qty Description APEX28 APEX35 41 1 Pump support left 42 1 Pump support right 43 4 Support bolt M8x20 M10x30 44 4 Support bolt washer 42 41 44 43...

Page 71: ...ubricant is available in 0 5 1 2 3 5 10 and 20 litre cans Refer to 11 1 4 for specifications of this lubricant Pos Qty Description APEX28 APEX35 51 2 Compression ring 52 2 Insert stainless steel 53 2...

Page 72: ...separate Decontamination Certificate for each item returned RGA KBR no 1 Company Address Telephone Postal code Fax number 2 Product 3 4 Cleaning fluid to be used if residue of chemical is found durin...

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