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Lapierre Equipment |
SYRUP PRESS
| USER MANUAL | Version 01 - December 2021
SECTION 4
START-UP AND OPERATION PROCEDURES
4.1 FEED VALVE
Check that the feed valve of the syrup water jacketed tank is open and that there is a sufficient supply of syrup.
4.2 DIAPHRAGM PUMP
If you are using a diaphragm pump, do the following.
• Air duct: For each use, insert a drop of oil into the air duct before filtering.
• Repeat after cleaning and before storing the equipment for a long period of time. This will help ensure the
equipment will function optimally the next time it is used.
4.3 GEAR PUMP
If you are using a gear pump, do the following.
• Clean the pump with warm or hot water each time it is used.
• Lubrication is also recommended during the same maintenance operation.
4.4 FILTER PAPERS, HOLLOW FRAMES, PLATES AND CONNECTORS
• Insert one or two filter papers between each of the press components, i.e., blocks, hollow frames and plates.
- You must also insert one or two filter papers on the restraining plate, if you are using one.
• Check that all blocks, hollow frames and plates are installed as specified on Pages 8 and 10 under GUIDES
FOR THE CORRECT INSTALLATION OF BLOCKS, HOLLOW FRAMES AND PLATES. Also check that the filter
paper holes are aligned with the holes in the blocks, hollow frames and plates of the press.
When in operation,
A SYRUP PRESS IS EXTREMELY HOT
: approximately 230 ˚F (110 ˚C).
The piping used must be rated for this temperature and withstand pressures up to 200 psi
(14.06 kgf/cm
2
). Contact with a hose or its rupture could cause very severe burns to the operator
and any other persons in the vicinity of the equipment. Be very careful with children, family
members, guests and pets.
MOVE THE EQUIPMENT WHILE IT IS RUNNING
ONLY IF NECESSARY
, first switch off the pump,
disconnect the power cord and check that the floor is level, perfectly stable, and unobstructed
throughout the intended journey.
Hot syrup can cause severe burns. Always wear
SAFETY GOGGLES
and
HEAT RESISTANT
GLOVES AND CLOTHING
when working with this equipment.
