Positive Displacement Pump Models PD3, 5, 7.5, 10, 15 and 25 Installation Maintenance Operation Troubleshooting Instant Access Parts and Service (800) 458-1960 (814) 437-6861 www.conairnet.com The Conair Group, Inc.
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INTRODUCTION ATTENTION: Read this first so no one gets hurt . . . . . . . . .1 Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Optional Sound Enclosures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 TABLE OF CONTENTS SPECIFICATIONS Positive displacement pump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Pumps with sound enclosures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 INSTALLATION Installing the pump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
ATTENTION: READ THIS SO NO ONE GETS HURT We design equipment with the user’s safety in mind. You can avoid the potential hazards identified on this machine by following the procedures outlined below and elsewhere in the User Guide. WARNING: Improper installation, operation or servicing may result in equipment damage or personal injury.
Conair positive displacement vacuum pumps are designed for long distance, high-volume material conveying applications. DESCRIPTION Each model employs a powerful, rotating lobe-type blower, protected by a vacuum relief valve (factory-set to 12 in. Hg) and belt driven by a three-phase motor with magnetic starter and overload protection. An integrated pump protection filter is included and all components are mounted on a rugged frame, housing an integrated exhaust muffler.
SPECIFICATIONS: POSITIVE DISPLACEMENT PUMP Vacuum Inlet H Exhaust D W MODEL PD3 Motor Type* TEFC Performance characteristics Horsepower 3 Standard CFM at material pickup point @ 10" Hg 52.6 Average sound level (dbA) @ 8", 10" and 12" Hg 86 Dimensions / in. {mm} Standard inlet line size (OD) 1.5 {38} Exhaust line size (OD) 2.5 {64} Height (H) 37 {940} Width (W) 35 {889} Depth (D) 27 {686} Installed Weight / lb {kg} 325 {147} Voltage / Full Load Amps 240 V/3 phase/50-60 hz 7.6 480 V/3 phase/50-60 hz 3.
Set or mount the vacuum pump in any convenient location. INSTALLING THE PUMP Refer to the accompanying wiring diagram for connection of the main power supply and the conveying control circuit.You must provide a wall-mounted disconnect for three-phase electrical connection. Incoming voltage and current must match the electrical specifications on the pump data plate and serial tag. Check for proper rotation of the pump after power has been connected and before operation.
PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE To maintain the best performance, you should follow the maintenance recommendations outlined here and in any included manuals from component manufacturers. ● Weekly, or as often as needed ❒ Check and clean the pump inlet filter. An inlet filter has been provided to protect the pump from solid material that can enter and damage the pump impellers. material can enter the vacuum line if a loader filter is improperly installed or if if has a hole in it.
Conair has made the largest investment in customer support in the plastics industry. Our service experts are available to help with any problem you might have installing and operating your equipment. Your Conair sales representative also can help analyze the nature of your problem, assuring that it did not result from misapplication or improper use.
EQUIPMENT GUARANTEE Conair guarantees the machinery and equipment on this order, for a period as defined in the quotation from date of shipment, against defects in material and workmanship under the normal use and service for which it was recommended (except for parts that are typically replaced after normal usage, such as filters, liner plates, etc.). Conair’s guarantee is limited to replacing, at our option, the part or parts determined by us to be defective after examination.