Bulletin TI-LCMS-SF5000J
Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual
Super Flow Tri-Gas Generators
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Cautions
1
The flow meter reading is dimensionless. Read flowmeter at the middle of the ball. The ac
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tual flow at various operating pressures is converted into SLPM (standard liters per minute)
in the flow chart label on the unit, or in the flow charts section of this manual.
2
All data shown in the flow chart is based on an operating temperature of 68°F (20°C).
3
The generator should be installed in an area with adequate ventilation to reduce the flam
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mability of the oxygen-rich permeate stream. The system should not be located in an area
where the permeate stream poses the risk of explosion or combustion.
4
Nitrogen is nontoxic and largely inert. It can act as a simple asphyxiant by displacing
oxygen in air. Inhalation of nitrogen in excessive concentrations can result in uncon-
sciousness without any warning symptoms such as dizziness and fatigue.
5
The
maximum
operating pressure of the system is 145 psig (10 barg). Operating the nitro
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gen generator at pressures above 145 psig (10 barg) will result in damage to the membrane.
6
The
recommended
operating inlet air temperature for the Tri-Gas generator is 60°-90°F
(16°-32°C). If the inlet air temperature will be higher than the ambient temperature, the
compressed air should be cooled and filtered, to remove water and oil, prior to introduction
to the gas generator.
Do not use high temperature compressed air directly from the
compressor, this will permanently damage the membranes.
7
The
maximum
operating inlet air temperature of the Tri-Gas Generator is 95°F(35°C). If the
inlet air temperature is above 95°F (35°C), the longevity of the membrane will be reduced
and the warranty will be void.
8
The drain lines should be piped away to the provided collection container (open to atmo-
spheric pressure) to avoid any possible re-entrainment of liquid in the air which feeds the
generator.
9
Changes in inlet pressure or outlet flow demand will alter the gas purity.
10
Use of any valve other than a gate valve (or other slow-opening valve) on the inlet air
supply will cause damage to the membrane module.
Figure 53 Tri-Carbon Scrubber
Figure 51 Outlet Consolidation Manifold
Figure 52 Back-up Cylinder Switchover Panel
