Newsletter Nr 12 - Vacmobiles - #9

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The Composites Letter Issue 12 Page 9 To loosen the plug, give the end of the wrench a sharp tap with a hammer, as shown. Do NOT use an extension pipe on the Allen wrench, as excessive torque may rupture the rubber vibration isolators. After draining the oil, remove the temporary block from under the handle end of the machine. Clean and replace the drain plug. For the pump models fitted to the Vacmobile 20/2, refill the pump with 0.5 litre (1 US pint) of oil. The recommended oil for operation between 100C and 400C (500F to 1000F) is Shell Tellus 68 or direct equivalent. Tighten the oil filler plug. More extensive service A more extensive service will be required if one of the following applies: • Machine running time has reached 2,000 hours • The motor overload switch turns the pump off unexpectedly (but first check that electrical supply voltage is normal and power cord in good con- Pump Service Reminder (Continued from page 6) For PVR pump use 22 mm (7/8”) AF wrench For Becker pump use 8 mm (5/16”) Allen Wrench. To loosen, hit down sharply, as shown dition and not excessively long) • The oil discolours rapidly after an oil change. The more extensive service requires the oil mist separator to be replaced. This is a fine filter in the exhaust box of the pump. For instructions applicable to the particular pump model fitted to your machine, please refer to the instruction manual supplied with the machine, or visit http://vacmobiles.com/ service1.html, or email info@vacmobiles.com for further advice. Other pump service at this time includes cleaning or replacement of the gas ballast filter (also described in the instructions) and a general inspection of the pump, including the cleanliness of the oil sight glass and the condition of the pump’s rubber feet. 8 Titan Place, PO Box 78, Silverdale 0944, Auckland, New Zealand Tel +64 9 426 4095 Fax + 64 9 426 1902, Email info@vacmobiles.com About Vacmobiles.com The Composites Letter is published by Vacmobiles. com Limited. The company is based in New Zealand, which has a well developed composites industry, especially for marine applications. Vacmobiles. com is dedicated to the design and manufacture of world leading vacuum systems for the composites industry, and its team has more than 20 years experience with the application of vacuum to composites. As a major user of FEDEX, the company is able to offer an excellent delivery service world-wide. For most countries, Vacmobile systems can be assembled to customer requirements and delivered into store within 1 week of order. Vacmobiles.com Limited www.vacmobiles.com … Parting words from Tennessee Williams A vacuum is a hell of a lot better than some of the stuff that nature replaces it with.