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VAC System Owner’s Manual

For dehydration and degasification of industrial oils

VAC SYSTEM
V50-64-W041/2-483

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 Dear Purchaser,

Thank you for choosing Des-Case and for placing

your trust in us for your fluid handling needs.

At Des-Case, we understand the importance of fluid

cleanliness and the role it plays in reliability optimiza-
tion. That’s why we’ve spent almost 30 years pioneer-
ing solutions specific to your applications that help
maintain lubricant quality and maximize
equipment reliability.

We appreciate the opportunity to provide you with

high quality products and excellent customer service.
If you have any questions, please call our Customer
Service Department at (615) 672-8800.

Sincerely,

Brian Gleason
President

Des-Case Corporation
675 N. Main St.
Goodlettsville, TN 37072
(615) 672-8800 • Fax (615) 672-0701
www.descase.com
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An imperative link in the reliability chain, Des-Case
helps you effectively control contamination before it
controls you. ]
Table of Contents
Limited Warranty 4

Important Information & Notices 5

Safety Warnings 6

Introduction 7

System Specifications 7

Product Restrictions 7

General Information & Fluid Compatibility 8

System Components 9

Product Use & Maintenance 12

Installation & Start-Up 13

Operating Instructions 16

Filter Replacement 17

Troubleshooting 18

System Drawing 23

System Schematic 24

Performance 25

Did You Know? 26

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 Limited Warranty

Des-Case Corporation warrants its filter systems and assemblies to be free from
defects in material or workmanship under normal use and service for one year
from the date of purchase by the distributor, with Des-Case’s obligations under
this warranty being limited to repairing and/or replacing the purchased unit.

Des-Case Corporation reserves the right to examine all parts and records that
are subject to warranty claim.

This warranty shall not apply to any system or assembly that has been subject
to misuse, negligence or accident, or that has been altered or repaired outside
of the directives of Des-Case Corporation and/or established safety practices.
This includes components not certified by Des-Case Corporation and/or installed
later by the buyer/owner. Installing uncertified components nullifies this warranty
and the purchaser assumes all responsibility as to rating and/or performance.

This warranty is made expressly in lieu of tort liability and any other warranties
or conditions, expressed or implied, including any implied warranty or condition
of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose and any other obligations or
liability on the part of the manufacturer without limitations of the foregoing conse-
quential and incidental damages.

To obtain warranty service, contact Des-Case Corporation at (615) 672-8800.

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 Important Information & Notices from Des-Case

For your safety, read this manual before using your system.

Although this system is designed to be safe, it is highly recommended that you

read this owner’s manual and labels on the equipment before operation. The
instructions, safety warnings, and restrictions listed throughout this manual and
on the equipment, are important for your safety, and must be followed during
operation and maintenance of this system. By operating this system, you are
deemed to have read, understood, and agreed to the instructions, terms, and
conditions relating to the system.

This system has been examined and tested for safety; however, it must be
understood that this does not guarantee absolute and permanent safety of this
equipment. This unit is designed and manufactured for today’s highest safety
standards. Users are requested not to overestimate safety arrangements that
may be deteriorated in use, and users are requested to pay their full attention to
safety requirements of these units.

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Safety Warnings
• Follow the owner’s manual to ensure proper use of
this equipment. Carefully read and understand all
DANGER
warnings, caution messages and instructions before Do not operate
unless properly
operating or performing maintenance repairs. Do trained
not operate your system unless properly trained.

• All wiring, electrical connections and system

grounding must comply with the National Electric
DANGER
Code (NEC) and with any local codes and ordinanc- High
es. This system has a NEMA 4 rating. Voltage

• Do not operate this equipment with damaged elec-

trical cords or connections. Always replace dam-
aged electrical wiring.
DANGER DANGER
This equipment Connect
must be ground wire
• This equipment must be properly grounded to a grounded before using
suitable earth ground. Failure to properly ground
this equipment can result in serious electric shock
and possible explosion.
DANGER
• Always disconnect the power supply before Disconnect
before
servicing. servicing

• Do not use your hands to test for leaks; the oil

circulating through your system is pressurized and
can penetrate skin. Always use cardboard to search
DANGER
for leaks. Eye & ear protection
required while
operating this
equipment

• Always wear eye protection, ear protection, and

gloves when operating your system.

• Do not wear loose clothing while operating your

system.

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Introduction Product Restrictions
Applications for your VAC IMPORTANT: This system should never be used to
remove particulates from volatile fluids such as gaso-
• De-watering industrial oils line since the pump cannot be used for solvents with
• Filtering industrial oils low lubricity. In addition, the unit should not be used on
• Purifying turbine lube systems liquids with a flash point below 200°F (93°C).

Benefits of a Des-Case VAC
Your Des-Case VAC system is the first step in achiev-
ing top quality oil condition standards. Your system has
been custom built to meet your specifications. This
allows you to best address the needs of your specific
applications.
System Specifications
This system has been examined and tested for safety. If
there is any possibility that the oil being purified is con-
taminated with a solvent or materials which could be
considered hazardous, either with toxicant or flammable
explosives, the purifier should not be used unless the
precautions are taken to vent the vapors in a safe man-
ner according to local, state, and federal codes and the
flash point is above 200°F (93°C). This caution is nec-
essary to prevent the possibility of fire, explosion
or toxic injury to persons and property.

Input Voltage 380V / 3 Phase / 60 Hz

Designed FLA (Full Load
121 Amps
Amps)
Inlet Connection Size 3" NPT Female Camlock
Outlet Connection Size 2" NPT Male Camlock
Flow Rate 50 GPM
Heater Output Rating 64kW (Four 16kW Circuits)
Particle Filter Type 6x39 industrial
Ultimate vacuum chamber
< 40 torr (28.35 inHg)
pressure capability
Maximum Discharge Pres-
100 PSI (10.8 kPa)
sure
Normal Heater Set Point
150°F (65°C)
Setting
Maximum Oil Viscosity 1500 SSU (323 cSt)
Seal Material Buna-N and Viton®
NEMA Rating NEMA 4

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General Information Fluid Compatibility
The Vacuum Dehydration System is designed to re- The processed fluid must be compatible with Buna-N
move free, emulsified, and dissolved water and particu- and Viton® seal materials, which are recommended for
late. The water removal principle used is simple, reliable the temperature range of -15°F to +250°F. It is generally
and will dependably remove water well below the oil recommended for lubricating oils and hydraulic oils.
saturation point; even when tightly bound in an emul-
sion. NOTE: Be sure to thoroughly flush your VAC system
before processing a different oil type.
The diagram on page 24 is a schematic drawing of how
the system operates. The fluid is drawn into the unit
and heated. It then flows through permanent dispersion
media that is located inside the vacuum tower.

The contaminated oil flows through the surfaces of this

media where it is exposed to a vacuum, normally < 26"
Hg (660 mm Hg). Water is boiled off and the fluid is de-
hydrated. An outlet pump removes the dry oil from the
bottom of the vacuum chamber and then the oil passes
through the particulate filter housing.

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System Components
System Components
Front View
Front View

Vacuum Gauge
Vacuum Control Valve
Vacuum Chamber

Breather Pump Pressure Gauge Location

Permanent Dispersion
Media Location Filter Change Gauge and Switch

Sample Ports

Control
Panel

Vacuum
Pump

Power
Cord

Float Valve

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 System Components
Back View
Back View

Heaters

Inlet
Solenoid
Valve

Outlet Water
Solenoid Condensate
Valve Chamber

Inlet

Outlet

Flow Switch

Discharge Pump
Auto Drain
Filter Housings

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 System
Control Components
Panel

System Ready Indicator

Control Power Switch Pump Run Indicators

Phase Failure Indicator

Main Power Disconnect
Phase Reversal Switch
High Condensate Indicator
Change Filter Indicator
Hour Meter
High Tower Oil Level Indicator
Temperature Controller
High Pressure Indicator

Heater ON/OFF Switch(es) Low Flow Indicator

START Push Button

STOP Push Button Water Pot Manual Drain

Vacuum Chamber Manual
Drain
Speed Adjustment Knob

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Product Use & Maintenance about the middle of the sight glass. The pump holds .85
quarts of ISO 220 vacuum pump oil. The recommended
Vacuum Chamber Internal Dispersion oil is Lubrication Engineers 9220 Monolec Synthetic
Industrial Oil and this oil should be changed every year or
Media
8,000 hours of continuous operation, whichever occurs
The dispersal media function is to maximize the surface
first.
area of the oil exposed to the vacuum by creating a thin
oil film as the oil passes over the media. The process
The vacuum pump requires very little maintenance and
makes the water removal process much more efficient.
is designed for continuous operation. An operations and
The internal dispersion media is stainless steel and
maintenance manual has been provided by the vacuum
should never need replacing or servicing.
pump manufacturer and is included with this manual.

Oil Filter Element

The outlet filter is equipped with a differential pressure
indicatior to alert the user when the element needs to
be changed. This indicator is calibrated to 40 psid, and
at this pressure differential, the Change Filter indicator
will illuminate. Change filter as directed with the pro-
vided instructions.

Vacuum Tower Air Inlet Breather

Metered outside air is used to control the vacuum pres-
sure inside the vacuum chamber. This air is cleaned
using a non-desiccant breather to remove particulate
from the air as it enters the vacuum chamber. The ele-
ment can be plugged within a very short period of time
if large amounts of air-borne contaminants are present.
Under normal operating conditions and continuous op-
eration, the air breather element will last 3 to 5 months
It is recommended that the breather be changed at
least every 6 months.

Rotary Claw Vacuum Pump

The vacuum pump uses oil to lubricate the gears during
operation. This oil can be seen from the oil sight plug lo-
cated on the side of the pump. The oil level should be at

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Installation and Start-Up

Unpacking Your System

This system was delivered with maximum protection
during transportation and handling.

NOTE: All damage attributed to handling and delivery

of the unit must be recorded and brought to the atten-
tion of the shipper immediately.

This unit has been thoroughly tested for a minimum

of two (2) hours run time. Fluid used to test the unit is
matched as closely as possible to that listed on the
application sheet completed by the customer and
supplied with the order. The unit has been thoroughly
inspected for defects prior to the delivery. All connec-
Attach rigid casters to this end
tions, however, should be checked prior to operating
Handle Casters bolt in this area
this unit, vibration and/or rough handling during delivery
Attach swivel casters to this end
could adversely affect component alignment and/or
connection tightness.

To Install Wheels/Casters (If Included)

1. Raise the system to allow for safely installing the
casters.
2. Using the provided bolts, install the swivel type
caster on the handle end of the system (see photo).
3. Using the provided bolts, install the rigid type cast-
ers on the end without a handle (see photo).

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Connecting System To Electrical Power
Position the VAC system on a firm level surface. The on the oil supply reservoir. The outlet hose should
system is equipped with a 30 ft (9.1m) electrical con- be connected to a port as far away from the inlet
nection cable. Unroll this cable and make a proper (suction) hose as possible.
electrical connection to a 125 amp, 380VAC, 60Hz, 4. Open the inlet and outlet valves on the dehydrator
3 phase power source. The power source must have and the oil supply reservoir.
overload protection. 5. Turn the Main Power Disconnect to the “On”
position.
CAUTION: Supply Power Disconnect should be lo- 6. Check for phase failure. If the Phase Failure Alarm
cated within line of sight to the power supply source. light is illuminated, phase failure exists. In that
case, turn the Main Power Disconnect to the “Off”
Mechanical Installation position, switch the Phase Failure Switch to the
With the system in place on a firm level surface; opposite position (1 or 2 - position 0 is “Off”), then
1. Verify that all drain valves on the dehydrator are turn the Main Power Disconnect back to the “On”
closed. position.
2. Connect the inlet hose provided with the VAC 7. Turn Control Power knob to the “On” position, wait
system to the drain of the oil supply reservoir. The for the green System Ready indicator to illuminate,
inlet port has been sized to provide enough flow then press the Start button.
to operate the unit in the automatic mode using oil 8. The VAC system is now ready to begin processing
with a maximum viscosity of 1500 SSU (323 cSt). oil.
A hose diameter equal to inlet/outlet port size (see
specifications) is required to provide adequate oil
supply to this unit.
NOTE: Use of a smaller diameter line will restrict
the flow and will adversely affect the automatic
operation of the unit.
The inlet/outlet connections have been sized for
maximum hose lengths of 35 feet. Use of longer
hose lengths must be approved prior to installation.
Use of a “quick disconnect” on the inlet line is not
recommended. This can restrict flow to the unit in
specific applications. Oil is drawn into the unit by a
vacuum created by the system and is capable of
pulling oil with up to 8 ft (2.4m) of negative head.
For applications that exceed this, please consult
Des-Case.
3. Connect the outlet hose (discharge) to a return port

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Example of hose connection ports locations when
processing oil.

Alternate ports for return line

FROM the VAC system

Alternate port for return line

FROM the VAC system Oil Level
Return line FROM the VAC system

Suction line TO the VAC system

Alternate port for suction line

TO the VAC system

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 7. Next, observe the vacuum gauge pressure. Normal
Operating Instructions
indication should be between 20 to 28 inch Hg. If
the pressure is not in this range, the pressure can
1. Verify that all drain valves on the dehydrator are
be adjusted by opening or closing the vacuum
closed.
adjustment valve located just below the air inlet
2. Verify that the inlet and outlet valves on the dehy-
breather. This adjustment is gradual and does not
drator and the oil supply reservoir are all open.
respond quickly, so there can be a 3 to 5 second
3. Press and hold the Start button until the VAC sys-
delay in results when the adjustment is made. Make
tem starts to operate.
this adjustment according to the level of foam in the
NOTE: A safety feature of the VAC system requires
chamber. Close the vacuum adjustment valve as
that when re-starting the VAC system, the operator
much as possible while not allowing the foam to be
press and hold the Start button for 4 seconds.
above the bottom of the top view window.
4. The system will begin to pull oil into the vacuum
8. The system should now be fully functioning with a
chamber. Once the oil level reaches about half
normal discharge operating pressure of 5 to 35 psi.
way up to the lowest view window, press the Stop
However, with restricted discharge lines or long dis-
button on the control panel. The VAC system must
charge lines, the pressure can be higher. The pump
now be purged, to remove any air. Press and hold
pressure relief valve is set from the factory at 75 psi.
the Chamber Drain button until most, but not all, of
9. When an alarm occurs, check the specific alarm
the oil has been removed from the vacuum cham-
indicator, attend to the indicated problem, reset the
ber. Release the Chamber Drain button.
alarm by pushing the Start button. To start the sys-
5. Press and hold the Start button until the VAC
tem again, press and hold the Start button until the
system starts to operate. Once the system is up
system restarts. There is a safety restart delay after
and running and both the Vacuum Pump indicator
a shutdown to prevent accidental restart.
and the Discharge Pump indicator are illuminated,
10. When stopping the system, first turn off heaters
slightly open the air vent valve on top of particle
and allow the system to run for 5 minutes to let the
filter housings and bleed off air in filter vessels.
heaters cool down.
6. Turn the desired Heater(s) “On”. The system is set
11. Close inlet valve and allow the system to run for ap-
at 150°F from the factory but temperature can be
proximately 2 minutes to allow the oil in the system
increased/decreased by pressing the scroll buttons
to be returned to the supply reservoir, then push
on the Temperature Controller and pressing the Set
the red Stop button. Additionally, press and hold
button when the desired temperature is reached.
the Chamber Drain button to fully drain the vacuum
Normal maximum extraction rate is accomplished
chamber.
when fluid is processed at a temperature of 140°F
12. Close all valves from the reservoir and the system.
to 160°F (60°C-71°C).
13. Turn Control Power to the “Off” position and the
NOTE: Never exceed a set point of 160°F (71°C)
Main Power Disconnect to “Off”.
IMPORTANT: It is important to never turn off the
discharge pump while the heater is energized. This
can cause the heater to overheat.

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NOTE: Adjust the vacuum control valve to keep foam To Replace The Particle Filter Element:
below this level. 1. Close the machine Inlet and Outlet valves.
2. Open the Vent port on the top of the filter canister.
3. Place a bucket under the drain port and drain the oil
from the canister.
4. Remove the filter canister lid by turning counter-
clockwise.
Vacuum 5. Remove the filter element and dispose properly
Control
Valve 6. Insert the new filter element.
7. Re-install the canister lid by turning clockwise mak-
ing sure not to cross thread the canister lid. Tighten
the canister lid until it bottoms out. BE CAREFUL
NOT TO OVER TIGHTEN THE CANISTER LID.
8. Reinstall plugs in the correct ports.
9. Re-start the machine to vent the canister. After
venting the canister, close the vent port.

Filter Replacement
This machine is equipped with Differential Pressure
Gauges and Change Filter Indicator lights to help the
operator determine when the particle filter element
needs replaced. The pressures on these gauges will
vary with the oil being processed and reads 0-50 psid.

As the Full Flow Filter retains contamination, the Pres-

sure Differential Gauge level will rise. Once it reaches
40 psid, the filter needs to be replaced. The change
filter indicator on the control panel will also illuminate to
indicate that the filter needs to be replaced.

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Troubleshooting
Problem
Oil in Water Pot tank
“High Tower Oil Level” indicator
“Low Flow” indicator
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Possible Cause
• Excessive foaming in vacuum tower • Some oils will foam under specific
• High level of oil in tower
• Oil pump motor is not operating
• Outlet filter is plugged
• Inlet valve
• Inlet hose improperly sized
• Cold or high viscosity oil
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Solution
operating conditions.
• If foam is visible, open the air bleed
valve slowly until foam is below bot-
tom of top view window.
• Press the Water Pot Drain button to
start automatic draining of the foam
trap. Have a qualified technician
check the foam trap level switch.
• Drain tower
• Check for free rotation
• If free, check contractor for over-
load
• Reset if necessary
• Check indicator for dirty element
• Replace filter element
• Verify the inlet valve is open
• Verify the valve is properly sized
• Replace if necessary
• See specifications for proper sizing
• Replace if required
• Push and hold the start button to
operate machine manually until the
vacuum gauge reads 25 inches Hg
(633 mm Hg)
• Release start button and let
vacuum draw oil into the unit
• Wait one minute and repeat the
operation twice or until oil in sight
glass on oil reservoir is at midpoint.
Unit should now run on automatic.
• Verify that maximum oil viscosity is
not exceeded.
• Consult Des-Case.
Problem Possible Cause
• Low vacuum level - should be
above 18 inches Hg
• Inlet hose obstructed
• Inlet valve closed
• Pre-screen/strainer is plugged
• Improper unit installation
• Negative head too high for unit
“Low Flow” indicator (Cont’d)
• Use of quick disconnects
• Discharge pump has not operated
for more than 90 seconds
• High level of foam/oil in foam trap
• Float switch faulty
“High Condensate Level”
indicator
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Solution
• Check vacuum pump for proper
operation.
• Check for leaks by shutting off the
oil inlet valve to see what level the
vacuum will achieve.
• Close vacuum adjustment valve.
• Replace parts as needed.
• Check hose for obstruction.
• Check that all inlet valves are open.
• Open and clean pre-screen/strainer
as needed.
• Check specifications.
• Maximum negative suction head is
8ft - increase hose diameter and/or
shorten hose length to reduce line
pressure loss.
• QUICK DISCONNECTS ARE
NOT RECOMMENDED.
• Replace with standard full port
valve or increase size of quick dis-
connects to 1.5 times the diameter
of the inlet hose.
• Consult Des-Case for other op-
tions.
• If starting the machine for the first
time, press and hold the Start
button to restart the machine and
restart the 90 second Low Flow
timer.
• Drain sump using the Water Pot
Drain push button.
• Check for stuck or damaged float
switch.
• Repair or replace.
Problem
“Change Filter” indicator
Oil will not heat up adequately
Possible Cause
• Filter elements are clogged
• Differential pressure switch is faulty
• Non-sufficient oil flow
• Ambient temperature is too low
• Heater failure
• Thermocouple failure
• Heater circuit breaker/fuse tripped
• Heater element over temperature
safety controller tripped
Solution
• Replace filters as directed in the
provided instructions and check
strainer.
• Replace differential pressure switch.
• Heaters will not operate without
high enough oil flow at the outlet of
the system.
• If Low Flow indicator is illuminated,
increase discharge pump speed to
increase flow rate.
• Reduce discharge pump flow to
increase oil contact time with the
heaters.
• Check continuity on each leg of the
heater elements.
• Replace parts as needed.
• Replace with identical type.
• See spare parts list in this manual
for correct part number and de-
scription.
• Reset circuit breaker or replace
fuses.
• Check continuity of heaters for
shorts.
• Check the circuit breaker or fuses
for defects.
• This indicates a fault with a heater
element. Contact the factory for
more information.

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Problem
Vacuum level varies without
manual adjustment, or the vac-
uum level stays high and cannot
be adjusted
“High Pressure” indicator
Unit fails to start when button is
pushed
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Possible Cause
• Barometric pressure change
• Sudden introduction of water into
oil during normal operation
• Vacuum gauge is malfunctioning
• Vacuum leak in system
• Vacuum chamber breather vent is
plugged
• Outlet of system is obstructed
• Improper external power connec-
tion
• Out of phase
• Low voltage
• Low AMP service
• Power supply cord is undersized
• Control power is not turned “On”
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Solution
• Adjusting the vacuum adjustment
valve should compensate for baro-
metric pressure change.
• Vacuum will “seek” its own level
when operating with high water
content - as water is removed
from the oil, the vacuum level will
increase automatically.
• Replace faulty vacuum gauge.
• Vacuum gauges are sensitive to
vibration and shock and should be
replaced annually to prevent false
readings.
• Check for leaks by closing the inlet
valve and vacuum adjustment valve
• Operate the system until the unit
reaches 25 inHg, shut off the unit
and observe vacuum level. If the
vacuum holds for less than 30 sec-
onds, there is a leak present.
• Replace breather vent.
• Check that outlet valve is open.
• Check that outlet solenoid valve(s)
are operating properly.
• Check for plugged particle filter.
• Check input power.
• Make sure input power matches
machine specifications.
• Make sure the power cord is prop-
erly sized.
• Check phase.
• Make appropriate changes as
required.
Problem Possible Cause
• Circuit breaker or fuse tripped on
main power disconnect or drive
motor contactors
• Control voltage power failure
Unit fails to start when button is
pushed (Cont’d.)
• Inlet valve is partially or fully closed
• Inlet hose improperly sized or use
of “quick disconnect”
Unit fails to continue to run
automatically
• Inlet hose obstructed or pinched
• Restriction in the outlet hose
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Solution
• Reset circuit breakers inside control
panel or replace fuses.
• Check supply power line voltage for
match to units design voltage.
• Check circuit breaker/fuse on con-
trol voltage transfomer.
• Reset or replace the fuse if neces-
sary.
• If primary circuit breaker/fuse trips
again, the transformer has probably
failed - test continuity.
• Replace transformer if needed.
• If secondary circuit breaker/fuses
trips again, the problem is most
likely low voltage in the control
circuit.
• Check components and control
power circuit for problems.
• Position inlet valve to full open.
• Valve should be full port type to
reduce restrictions and should be
sized as large as the inlet hose.
• See specifications and change
hose if necessary.
• Replace “quick disconnect” with an
oversized unit.
• Straighten or replace.
• Check the rating on the inlet hose
to verify it is rated for vacuum.
• Repair or replace to eliminate
restrictions.
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REVISIONS
REV. ECN DATE DESCR
A -- 7/30/2013 New D

System Drawing

8 7 6 5 4 3 2

REV. ECN DATE

A -- 7/30/2013

8 7 6 5 4 3 2
REVISIO
D REV. ECN DATE
A -- 7/30/2013

48.25in
122.6cm

48.25in
122.6cm

76.89in
195.3cm

76.89in
195.3cm
B

76.89in
100.50in 195.3cm
255.3cm
NAME DATE

DRAWN CLC 7/30/2013

PROPRIETARY AND CONFIDENTIAL

THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS
DIMENSIONS ARE IN INCHES CHECKED BJB 7/30/2013
50 GPM Vac
DRAWING IS THE SOLE PROPERTY OF
MATERIAL

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ENG APPR. KNM 7/30/2013
Housing Mark
DES-CASE CORPORATION. ANY
100.50in REPRODUCTION IN PART OR AS A WHOLE
WITHOUT THE WRITTEN PERMISSION OF FINISH

255.3cm DES-CASE CORPORATION IS -- SIZE DWG. NO.

PROHIBITED. BNAME DATE
1000
A SCALE:1:18
DRAWN CLC 7/30/2013

7 6 5 4 PROPRIETARY AND CONFIDENTIAL 3 DIMENSIONS ARE IN INCHES CHECKED 2 BJB 7/30/2013

100.50in THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS
DRAWING IS THE SOLE PROPERTY OF
MATERIAL ENG APPR. KNM 7/30/2013
--
255.3cm DES-CASE CORPORATION. ANY
REPRODUCTION IN PART OR AS A WHOLE
WITHOUT THE WRITTEN PERMISSION OF FINISH
NAME DATE
DES-CASE CORPORATION IS -- SIZE DWG.
PROHIBITED. DRAWN CLC 7/30/2013 B
PROPRIETARY AND CONFIDENTIAL
THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS
DIMENSIONS ARE IN INCHES CHECKED BJB 7/30/2013
50 G
SCALE:1:18

8 7 6 5 DRAWING IS THE SOLE PROPERTY OF 4

MATERIAL

--
3 ENG APPR. KNM 7/30/2013
2 Hous
DES-CASE CORPORATION. ANY
REPRODUCTION IN PART OR AS A WHOLE
WITHOUT THE WRITTEN PERMISSION OF FINISH
DES-CASE CORPORATION IS -- SIZE DWG. NO.
PROHIBITED. B
SCALE:1:18

8 7 6 5 4 3 2

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 System Schematic

REVISIONS
REV. ECN DATE DESCRIPTION
A -- 7/30/2013 New Drawing

Condensate
Solenoid Trap
Valve
Needle Vaccum
Valve Gauge Vaccum
Pump Separator
Filter

Manifold

Distillation Motorized
Tower Valve Solenoid
Valve
Temperature
probe
Differential Differential Pressure
Pressure Pressure Gauge
Differential Gauge Gauge Solenoid Manual Ball
Pressure Valve Valve
Switch
Float
Valve

Heater Strainer
Manual Ball Pressure
Valve Switch

Sample Sample Sample

Flow Switch Port Ports Port
Y-Strainer

Pump
Filter Filter

NAME DATE

DRAWN CLC 7/30/2013

PROPRIETARY AND CONFIDENTIAL
THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MATERIAL
DIMENSIONS ARE IN INCHES CHECKED HFH 7/30/2013
30 & 50 GPM Standard Vac
KNM 7/30/2013
Schematic
ENG APPR.
DRAWING IS THE SOLE PROPERTY OF
DES-CASE CORPORATION. ANY --
REPRODUCTION IN PART OR AS A WHOLE FINISH
WITHOUT THE WRITTEN PERMISSION OF
DES-CASE CORPORATION IS -- SIZE DWG. NO. REV.
PROHIBITED. A 10009010 A
SCALE:1:3 SHEET 1 OF 1

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Performance

General Performance & Specifications

1. Operating temperatures: 32°F to 170°F (0°C to
77°C) with Buna Seals
2. Filter indication level: 40 psi differential
3. Materials:
Frame: Carbon Steel
Paint: Epoxy-Base Coat, Polyester Color Coat
Fittings: Brass, Carbon Steel, 304 Stainless Steel,
Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel
Discharge Pump: Cast Iron, Carbon Steel, Viton-
Mechanical Seal
Vacuum Pump: Steel, Aluminum, Buna
Connection Hoses: Vacuum-Rated Buna
4. Weight: 2700-3200 lbs

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 Did You Know?
Des-Case is the industry-leading manufacturer of desiccant breathers, available in
a wide array of shapes and sizes that can be easily adapted to replace the standard
breather or ventilation systems on virtually all types of industrial equipment and storage
tanks. Des-Case breathers protect the headspace of your equipment, ensuring that the
air surrounding lubricants is clean and dry.

Des-Case also offers both consulting and training services—to assist companies in
detecting issues and identifying steps to address them. Included in that are practical
machinery lubrication management and cost-benefit analysis for a complete precision
lubrication program.

Visit www.descase.com to learn more.

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Des-Case Corporation
BM1309_VAC_50GPM

675 N. Main St.

Goodlettsville, TN 37072
(615) 672-8800 • Fax (615) 672-0701
www.descase.com

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® Des-Case and the tagline “Keeping Contamination
Under Control” are registered trademarks of Des-Case
Corporation.
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