Oil burners fuel unit

with pressure regulating

Type VD

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VD1 - V5 flanged

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 Oil burners fuel unit
with pressure regulating
Type VD

The DELTA fuel unit is an efficient modern oil burner

pump with compact design and since its mounting
flange, hub and shaft sizes are manufactured to 1
international standards (EN 225), it can be fitted to every
oil burner. 9

1- Features 2
8
• High suction capability.
• Suitable for one or two pipe systems.
• Self priming. 7
• Reliable pressure and positive cut-off (two pipe).
• Special rotary shaft seal. 3
• Silent operation. 4
• Low power absorption.
• Easily installed and adjusted.
5 6
• Pressure and vacuum gauge ports.

2- Applications From the suction side, the gears pass the oil to the
The DELTA fuel unit type VD is designed for pumping oil pressure chamber, where it comes up against the head
in high pressure oil burners and transfer pump of the piston. Due to the build up of pressure, the piston
applications. is forced back against the pressure regulating spring.
The outlet to the nozzle port, which until this point has
WARNING
been sealed by the seat on the head of the piston, opens
It must not be used to pump water or acid. and allows oil to flow through to the nozzle while the
excess oil discharges to the return side (or by-passes in
the one pipe version). It will be realized of course that
3- Operation the spring tension, which is varied by the regulating
The VD fuel unit consists of a pump, filter and pressure screw (1), regulates the pressure of oil required.
regulator/cut-off valve housed within one casting. The On shut down, the oil pressure of course immediately
pumping action is obtained from two spur gears (2), one drops and in this instance the spring, which hitherto has
of which is connected to the drive shaft (3). The pump been under compression, pushes the piston forward
casting provides the various oil ways, for the suction (6), onto its seat, thereby cutting off the oil flow to the nozzle
return (5) and nozzle (9) ports. Pressure (8) and vacuum outlet (two pipe version).
(7) gauge ports are also provided.
The VD unit is available in two pipe and one pipe In oil burner designs employing a magnetic valve in the
version. Both versions are self priming. oil line circuit, the cut-off seat on the piston head is
unnecessary and in these cases a "monotube" type
On start up, the rotating gears purge the air from the piston must be used in the pump. This type of piston is
suction chamber, through a vent groove in the piston to not fitted with a nozzle cut-off seat and its function is as
the return line in two pipe version, and through the a pressure regulator and safety valve, for instance for
nozzle line in one pipe version. On initial commissioning, expansion of pre-heated oil.
it is possible to bleed the air more quickly, through the The pump can be converted from the single pipe version
pressure gauge. to the two pipe version, fitting the by-pass plug (4) in the
Because a vacuum now exists oil, due to atmospheric return port.
pressure, enters the suction chamber through the filter.

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4- Pump identification VD 1 R L 2 4 U
Pump type

Nozzle capacity
(see graphs)

Rotation (seen from shaft end)

R = clockwise
L = counter clockwise

Nozzle line (seen from cover)

R = right
L = left

Pipes system
1 = one pipe
2 = two pipe

Pressure ranges Factory setting

3 = 2 ÷ 10 bar 4 ±0,3 bar
4 = 4 ÷ 15 bar (Standard) 10 ±0,3 bar
5 = 8 ÷ 20 bar 15 ±0,3 bar
6 = 10 ÷ 25 bar 20 ±0,3 bar

Special versions
U = cover type U with 65 cm² stainless steel filter,
mesh 110µ (standard on V5)
without pressure and vacuum gauge (except V5)
P = auxiliary pressure port

5- Technical Specifications
Oil viscosity ………………………………… 1,2 ÷ 50 cSt
Oil temperature …………………………….. 60°C max.
Power consumption …………………….. See graphs
Nozzle capacity……………………….…….. See graphs
Suction line vacuum ………………………. 0,5 bar max.
Suction line pressure ……………….…….. 2 bar max.
Return line pressure ……………………… 2 bar max.
Rotation speed ……………………….……. 3500 rpm max.
Standard strainer…………………………… Nylon mesh 150µ, 20cm² (VD1 9 cm²)
Dimensions (EN 225) ..……………………. Hub dia.32, shaft dia.8
Optional : flange hub dia. 54, shaft 7/16”
Connections (ISO 228/1) ……………….… Inlet – Return : G1/4”
Nozzle port : G1/8”
Pressure – Vacuum gauge : G1/8”
Weight ……………………………………….. gr. 950

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 6- Diagrams
Nozzle capacity Power consumption
L/h Visc. 5 cSt (1.4°E)
2800 RPM
125
Visc. 5 cSt (1.4°E)
Watts 2800 RPM

100 V5 200

VD4
75 VD4 150 V5
VD3
VD3

50 100 VD2

VD2 VD1

25 50
VD1

5 10 15 20 25 Bar 5 10 15 20 25 Bar

7- Overall dimensions
84 ÷ 94

20
1 9
63
Ø32
Ø8

V
7

P
40

Made in
Italy
28

7 8

23 19
25
42 54 (46xVD1)
5 6
96 (88xVD1)
7 8

1 9
34.5

20
Ø10.5
Ø54
Ø8
7

Made in
Italy
27.5
30.5

10
23 15 24 32 5 25 6
38 4 56 92
98 112
103

1 Pressure regulation
5 Return
6 Suction
7 Vacuum gauge
8 Pressure gauge
9 Nozzle port
10 Auxiliary pressure port
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8- By-pass installation

To convert the DELTA fuel unit from the single pipe

version to the two pipe version, do the following:

a) Using a 19 mm wrench, remove the 1/4" plug from

return port (Fig. 1).
b) Located inside the return plug is the by-pass plug.
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Remove it with a 4 mm Allen wrench (Fig.2).

c) Insert and screw the by-pass plug in the return port
(Fig. 3).

Fig. 1

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To convert the DELTA fuel unit from the two pipe

version to the single pipe version, do the following:

d) Using a 4 mm Allen wrench, unscrew the by-pass

Fig. 2 plug from the return port (Fig. 3).
e) Insert and screw a 1/4" plug into the return port
(Fig. 1).

WARNING
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- To allow the air bleeding, in the single pipe

version, the pump is not provided with a
positive nozzle cut-off.
- In the two pipe version the piston performs a
Fig. 3 positive nozzle cut-off and the air is bled
through the return port. After the conversion,
the air must be bled manually, through the
pressure gauge.
- Make sure that the by-pass plug is not used in a
single pipe installation, because the fuel unit
will not function properly and damage to the
pump and burner motor could result.

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 Installation and Service Instructions

9- Installation and Maintenance 11- Nozzle Cut-Off Test (two pipe)

1. Make sure that the by-pass plug is not used in a single pipe Fuel oil is not compressible but air is. Air trapped in the nozzle
installation, because the fuel unit will not function properly and line, anywhere between the fuel units nozzle port and the
damage to the pump and burner motor could result. nozzle itself, will compress during burner operation. Following
2. Do not use fuel with additives to avoid the possible formation burner shutdown, any trapped compressed air will expand
over time of compounds which may deposit between the gear displacing the oil in the nozzle line, forcing continued oil flow
teeth, thus obstructing them. through the nozzle that will, in effect, falsely appear to be poor
3. After filling the tank, wait before starting the burner. This will fuel unit Cut-Off. This occurrence is particularly common with
give any suspended impurities time to deposit on the bottom of low flow rate nozzles used in conjunction with long air tubes.
the tank, thus avoiding the possibility that they might be sucked Moreover, operating characteristics of burner motors may vary
into the pump. by manufacturer, model and operative speed. Some motors,
especially older ones, take an exceptionally long time to wind
4. On initial commissioning a dry operation is foreseen for a down; and those that do, since the fuel unit turns with the
considerable length of time (for example, when there is a long motor, may falsely give the appearance of poor fuel unit Cut-
suction line to bleed). To avoid damages inject some lubrication Off.
oil into the vacuum inlet.
To verify positive nozzle Cut-Off after burner shutdown, do the
5. Care must be token when installing the pump not to force the following:
pump shaft along its axis or laterally to avoid excessive wear on
the joint, noise and overloading the gears. 1. Remove the nozzle line and fitting from the nozzle port of the
6. Pipes should not contain air pockets. The number of fuel unit and connect a 1/8" pressure gauge to the nozzle port
junctions should be kept to a minimum as they are a possible (a gauge of 300 PSIG or greater be used). It may be more
source of leakage. convenient to use a gauge fitted out with an extension nipple or
7. Rapid attachment joint should therefore be avoided. Always with a line and flare nut to connect directly to the fitting installed
use O-Rings or mechanical seal (copper or aluminium gaskets) into the nozzle port. If any type of extension is used between
junctions if possible. the nozzle port and the gauge, it should be kept as short as
8. Avoid overtightening: possible to minimize the amount of trapped air.
G1/8" Æ 15 Nm max. 2. Start the burner motor and vent all air from the fuel unit and
G1/4" Æ 20 Nm max. connected suction line system.
9. Do not use PTFE tape on the suction and return line pipes to 3. Record the nozzle pressure reading on the gauge.
avoid the possibility that particles enter circulation. These could 4. Shut off the burner motor. Initially the pressure will drop and
deposit on the pump filter or the nozzle, reducing efficiency. then stabilize within a second or two. The pressure reading on
10. When junction threads, elbow joints and couplings are the gauge should stabilize at 80% or greater of the adjusted
sealed with removable glue, avoid excessive quantities, which pressure (the pressure recorded above) and hold for at least
could enter in the oil ways and damage to the pump could two minutes.
result.
11.To clean the filter remove the cover. It must be thoroughly
cleaned at least once in a season to ensure correct working of
12- Vacuum Test
the fuel unit. The filter must be mounted with the supporting The vacuum test is necessary to verify the fuel unit's suction
legs leaned against the pump body. If the joint plate between ability, to evaluate the leak tight integrity of the entire fuel unit
cover and pump housing should be damaged, it must be and connected oil suction line piping system, to confirm that
replaced. An external filter should always be installed in the there are no abnormal restrictions in the oil suction line system,
suction line upstream of the fuel unit. and, to confirm that the system vacuum is within the allowable
12. Make sure the combustion chamber is free of oil or oil vapor specification limits of the unit. Please watch in any case the
before operating the system. graphs for maximum suction line length depending on line
CAUTION: Turn off all power before servicing any part of diameter, viscosity, difference in height of suction line and
the system. pump or nozzle capacity. To perform the test, do the following:
1. Remove the 1/8" plug from the port marked "V" and connect
a vacuum gauge to this port.
10- Nozzle Pressure Test 2. Start the burner motor and vent all air from the fuel unit and
Most nozzles ratings are based upon 100 PSIG delivered oil connected suction line system.
pressure. The flow rate at the desired pressure must be 3. With the burner motor running, close the valve connected to
estimated using the nozzle manufacturers data sheets. the inlet port. You will note that the vacuum as measured by
To insure that oil is delivered to the burner nozzle at the desired the vacuum gauge will increase. Allow the burner motor to
pressure, do the following: continue to run until the highest vacuum reading is achieved. A
1. Remove the 1/8" plug from the port marked "P" and connect fully primed fuel unit in good condition should be capable of
a pressure gauge to this port (use a gauge of 0 to 300 PSIG or pulling at least 20 lnHg. If not, before condemning the fuel unit,
greater). The "P" port (Pressure Gauge Test Port) has been be sure that all connections and plugs are tight, the cover
provided specifically for the connection of the pressure gauge gasket is in good condition and the valve is in good working
for measuring the nozzle pressure; however, when available, it order.
is also permissible to use the vent port for measuring nozzle 4. Shut off the burner motor. Initially, the vacuum reading will
pressure. drop and then stabilize within a second or two. Once the
2. Start the burner motor and vent all air from the fuel unit and vacuum reading stabilizes, record the reading. If the fuel unit is
connected suction line system. free of leaks, this reading should hold constant for at least 2
minutes. If the vacuum reading drops, there is a leak that must
3. Check the adjustable nozzle pressure range of the fuel unit, be located and corrected.
using a 4 mm Allen wrench, turning the adjusting screw counter 5. When each leakage is removed and the valve onto suction
clockwise to lower the nozzle pressure and clockwise to line is open, check to be sure that the actual operating vacuum
increase the nozzle pressure. does not exceed 15 InHg
CAUTION: Adjust the nozzle pressure in accordance with
the burner manufacturers specifications. Elettromeccanica Delta S.p.a. reserves the right to update
or make technical changes without prior notice.

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