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GDED-IOM-215-A 

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INTRODUCTION

 

This  document  contains  the  information  necessary  to  properly  receive,  assemble, 

install, operate, and maintain

 

the AAF

®

 OptiFlo

®

 RC filter system and filters. The purchaser, 

installer, and operator of the filter system MUST read and comply with this document in its 

entirety prior to installation of the equipment and its operation. Failure to comply with the 

requirements of this manual may void the product warranty. The information and guidelines 
contained  in  this  manual  are  not  exhaustive,  and  additional  or  different  precautions, 

measures, training, etc. may be needed depending on the specific circumstances.  

 

 

CAUTION 

These  instructions  are  specific  to  the  AAF  OptiFlo  RC  filter  system  and  filters.  All 
ancillary  tasks  including,  but  not  limited  to,  electrical  and  mechanical  work, 

equipment handling, and safety procedures must be performed in accordance with 
industry  accepted  practice  and  all  relevant  local,  state,  and  federal  government 

codes, laws, and policies. 
 

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SAFETY 

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Safety statement 

The  air  cleaning  equipment  supplied  by  AAF  International  ranges  from  very  large 

multiple-component  assemblies  which  require  significant  and  complex,  rigging,  handling 

and  assembly  on-site,  to  small  compact  assemblies  that  are  easily  handled  and 

maneuvered.  In  addition  to  size,  many  of  the  dust  collectors  will  require  electrical 
connections, compressed air connections, and will feature high speed rotating equipment. 

 

At  all  times,  when  dealing  with  industrial  equipment  such  as  dust  collection 

equipment  personnel  safety  must  be  the  highest  priority  of  all  involved,  from  riggers, 

installers,  operators,  users,  and  maintenance  personnel.  Those  responsible  on-site  shall 
review  the  details  of  the  equipment  beforehand  and  develop  a  plan  for  dealing  with  all 

stages of the installation from receipt of the equipment on-site to start-up, commissioning, 
and hand-over. All applicable health, safety, and environmental (“HSE”) rules, regulations, 

and legislation shall be fully complied with at all times. 

 

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Safe working practices and staff training 

AAF International is fully committed to the safety of its employees and those of its 

customers. In this spirit, the following guidelines are offered for the consideration of those 

responsible: 

 

All  personnel  shall  receive  safety  training  specific  to  the  site,  the  task,  and  the 

conditions under which the work will be conducted. 
 

Summary of Contents for OptiFlo RC Series

Page 1: ...GDED IOM 215 A OptiFlo RC...

Page 2: ...lean REDFiltration and Reliable Efficient Durable are registered trademarks of American Air Filter Company Inc d b a AAF International GDED IOM 215 A TO ORDER SPARE REPLACEMENT PARTS Call 1 800 477 12...

Page 3: ...CT SHIPMENT 11 4 1 How the product ships 11 4 2 Items that ship separately 11 5 PRODUCT RECEIPT AT THE DESIGNATED DELIVERY POINT 11 5 1 Responsibilities of the customer or customer s agent 11 5 2 Rece...

Page 4: ...PLOSION VENTS 20 10 1 Installation of the explosion vent 20 10 2 Assembly 20 10 3 Explosion Vent Burst Sensor 21 10 4 Servicing 22 10 5 Safety distance 22 11 START UP OPERATION 22 11 1 Start up checkl...

Page 5: ...m very large multiple component assemblies which require significant and complex rigging handling and assembly on site to small compact assemblies that are easily handled and maneuvered In addition to...

Page 6: ...l be allowed within the work perimeter 2 3 Dust explosions Dust explosions constitute a serious industrial hazard and may result in death serious injury and or devastating property damage It is the re...

Page 7: ...The equipment shall be oriented so that the vent will discharge to an unoccupied zone Such a zone will be prohibited to personnel and shall not include critical equipment or services such as fuel sto...

Page 8: ...nd moves in a true down flow direction between the filters The airstream passes through the media as the dust is collected on the filter media The clean air then moves through the tube sheet section a...

Page 9: ...arranged three high 4RC modules have filters arranged four high and 5RC have filters arranged five high The RC is nomenclature for Round Cartridge Each series offers standard factory assembled collec...

Page 10: ...is greater than the standard 20 w g design pressure is anticipated lb kg 2RC4 1662 754 2RC8 1763 800 2RC16 2565 1164 2RC24 4328 2072 3RC6 1999 907 3RC12 2103 954 3RC24 3123 1417 3RC36 4205 1908 3RC48...

Page 11: ...Safe and efficient operation of the collector depends on proper installation Know proper laws codes and regulations before installation starts 5 2 Receiving Remove crates tarps shipping straps etc alo...

Page 12: ...ING 6 1 Unloading and lifting into position Failure to lift the collector correctly can result in severe personal injury property damage or even death Connect lifting sling to all supplied lifting lug...

Page 13: ...ed easily See collector drawing for cartridge clearance In the case of hazardous dust consult your local authorities laws codes or regulations for the location of the unit 8 2 Foundations The OptiFlo...

Page 14: ...multiple modules normally have their housings factory pre assembled up to a minimum of 4 modules with legs and hoppers sent for site assembly If more than 4 modules are required or if there are site...

Page 15: ...inst each other with no bulges 9 2 4 1 Leg structure Assemble the leg structure onto the prepared foundations or steelwork using the supplied GA drawing which shows the position of all the legs and cr...

Page 16: ...re within 15ft of the static taps located on either of the OptiFlo RC side panels Usually the Pressure Demand controller is fixed to the leg structure but it can be remotely located if desired Once th...

Page 17: ...il air tight 9 2 8 Installation of accessories When accessories such as sprinklers abrasion resistant inlets and airlocks are ordered with the OptiFlo RC separate installation instructions will be pro...

Page 18: ...electrical connection diagram that is supplied with the specific OptiFlo RC collector ordered The power requirements are 85 270V 50 60Hz 1Ph The operating temperature range is 40F to 140F Continuous c...

Page 19: ...is factory set at a 30 second pulse interval Do not use over 100 psig of compressed air Solenoid valves will not operate and can cause damage to collector components The compressed air connection shou...

Page 20: ...the explosion vent during shipping or handling The OptiFlo RC will have a frame constructed as part of the unit where the explosion vent is mounted The number of explosion vents and location of the ex...

Page 21: ...Sensor All standard explosion vents come with a burst sensor This can be connected to an AAF Control Center or to the customer s controls to shut down the unit when an event occurs The magnetic sensor...

Page 22: ...psig Check that cartridges are properly installed and that the red cam lock handles on the port hole doors are all fully engaged see Section 9 2 7 Ensure the hopper discharge device s if any is operat...

Page 23: ...tomatic and does not require constant supervision The OptiFlo RC is assumed to be part of a system that will include a fan and possibly other components supplied by AAF or other companies For successf...

Page 24: ...ad on the display of the pulse controller After start up the dust collector s differential pressure should settle to approximately 2 3 inches w g The filter cleaning cycle is automatically controlled...

Page 25: ...ir or dust leakage Check for evidence of moisture or dust build up within the collector Moisture in the collector can cause plugging and premature cartridge failure Check all electrical apparatus for...

Page 26: ...llector Do not operate the dust collector with missing or damaged cartridges The working area requires good ventilation Some applications involve hazardous gasses and dusts Check with an authorized pe...

Page 27: ...pping storage or handling DO NOT use damaged cartridges 8 Slide the new cartridges onto the support mandrels normally two cartridges per mandrel gasket end first While installing cartridges be careful...

Page 28: ...ary valve etc referring to the relevant IOM and taking all safety precautions Issue Moisture Condensation Solution Free moisture on the cartridges will inhibit dust release and cause high differential...

Page 29: ...on Ensure filter access door knob is tightened fully and the gasket appears to be air tight Perform a paper test by trying to slide a piece of paper between the gasket and unit surface If a piece of p...

Page 30: ...ck in the hopper Solution Consider changing the process so that less moisture is drawn into the OptiFlo or that some warm dry air is included in the extraction system to drive the combined flow furthe...

Page 31: ...moisture present in collector Date Examine cartridges Examine outer door gasket Examine inner door gasket Check correct electrical operation Examine dust disposal equipment Examine auxiliary equipment...

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