Specifications

Dekker Vacuum Technologies, Inc. – DuraVane/12 3
INTRODUCTION
DuraVane rotary vane vacuum pumps and systems haven been designed to give you safe, reliable
and trouble-free service, provided some of the basic maintenance guidelines as set out in this manual
are followed. A vacuum pump is a rotating piece of equipment and operators must exercise good
judgment and follow proper safety procedures to avoid damage to the equipment or personal injury.
Please review and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to install, start or operate
equipment.
Safety
All products offered by DEKKER have been designed and manufactured for safe operation. However,
the responsibility for safe operation rests with those who use and maintain these products. Your safety
department should establish a safety program based on OSHA, federal, state and local codes. It is
important that due consideration be given to hazards which arise from the presence of electrical power,
hot liquids, toxic gases and rotating equipment. Proper installation and care of protective devices is
essential to safe pump and system operation. These safety procedures are to be used in conjunction
with the instructions contained in this manual.
STORAGE
Keep the pump or system in a cool, dry environment and plug all open ports to keep out dirt and
foreign objects.
INSTALLATION
The design of foundation, piping system and plant system design is the responsibility of the purchaser.
DEKKER Vacuum Technologies, Inc. and its representatives may offer advice but cannot assume
responsibility for operation and installation design.
Please consult an authorized dealer or a specialist skilled in the design of plant layout, system piping
design and foundation design. The installer should carefully read this manual before installing the
equipment. DEKKER or your local dealer can provide start-up assistance in most instances at
reasonable cost.
Unpacking
Upon receipt of pump or system, immediately inspect for signs of damage. Carefully remove the
packing or crating from around the pump or system. Be sure to keep equipment in the upright position.
DEKKER products are shipped F.O.B. factory, which means that any damage is the responsibility of
the carrier and should be reported to them.
Lifting
Lift the equipment carefully and with weight evenly distributed. DEKKER is not responsible for
equipment that has been damaged through mishandling or dropping.
Location
Install the unit in a well ventilated and dust free area. The pump or system should be a minimum
distance of 3 feet from surrounding walls to allow for checking fluid level, temperatures, pressures and
general servicing.
Whenever the pump is transported, be sure to drain the oil to avoid damage to the vanes when the
pump is restarted. Do not tip pump over if filled with oil.
Mounting
The pump or system must be installed on a level surface in a horizontal position. The foundation must
be designed to support the total unit weight without any settlement or crushing, be rigid and substantial
enough to absorb any equipment vibration, maintain true alignment with any drive mechanism, and
must permanently support the system base plate at all points.
The vacuum system must be leveled and secured with foundation bolts. Foundation bolts must be of
adequate size to withstand the mechanical stresses exerted on it.
Systems larger than 40hp should also be grouted into position. The foundation should be constructed
to allow for ¾ to 1 ½ inch of grout. The baseplate is set on shims, and the grout is poured between the
foundation and the base plate. To have the required strength to support the baseplate, the grout
should be at least ¾ inch thick.