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Covering: 
Standard Machines 
First published: 2015-08 

 

 
 
 

 

 

              ESE032025-EN1 

2015-08 

 

Original manual 

 
 

 

Summary of Contents for BladeClean

Page 1: ...Instruction Manual Alfa Laval BladeClean Covering Standard Machines First published 2015 08 ESE032025 EN1 2015 08 Original manual ...

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Page 3: ...ion 9 3 3 Recycling Information 12 4 Operation 13 4 1 Operation Control 13 4 2 Troubleshooting 14 4 3 Recommended Cleaning 15 5 Maintenance 16 5 1 General Maintenance 16 5 2 General dismantling set up 17 5 3 General dismantling 18 5 4 Inspection and Service of Components 19 5 5 Reassembly 20 6 Technical Data 21 6 1 Technical Data 21 6 2 Performance Data 22 6 3 Dimensions 23 7 Parts List and Servic...

Page 4: ...om BC 001 to BC XXXX is in conformity with the following regulations and directives with amendments The Machinery Directive 2006 42 EC DS EN ISO 12100 2011 The Pressure Directive 97 23 EC According to its own volume and the rated pressure range the product is regarded an Article 3 paragraph 3 Equipment The person authorised to compile the technical file is the signer of this document Executive VP ...

Page 5: ...cleaning machine 1 1 Important information WARNING Indicates that special procedures must be followed to avoid serious personal injury CAUTION Indicates that special procedures must be followed to avoid damage to the tank cleaning machine NOTE Indicates important information to simplify or clarify procedures 1 2 Warning signs General warning Dangerous electrical voltage Caustic agents ...

Page 6: ...an Alfa Laval BladeClean is operating there should be covers over every tank opening These covers should be sealed well enough to withstand the full force of the jet striking the cover plate If the cleaning solution were hot corrosive or toxic a leak would present a serious hazard to any personnel in the immediate vicinity or to any exposed electrical equipment Warning Any tank cleaning machine ca...

Page 7: ...r upwards against the spring force this allows a cone of water to impact the agitator At lower pressures the plunger is retracted by the spring closing the flow In the closed position the plunger is flush with the outlet which prevents any debris from entering the Alfa Laval BladeClean A positive metal stop is provided to prevent the plunger from being pushed down when the load of material within ...

Page 8: ...UTION Alfa Laval cannot be held responsible for incorrect unpacking Check the delivery for 1 Complete Cleaning Machine 2 Delivery note Step 2 Remove any packing material Step 3 Inspect the tank cleaning machine for visible transport damage Inspection ...

Page 9: ...mounted on a rigid 1 tube using the tri clamp connection In most applications the Alfa Laval BladeClean will be mounted in the upright position outlet connection pointing up but it can be mounted in any orientation The standard weld adapter Hygienic Tank Connection is provided in the kit This adapter will help mount the Alfa Laval BladeClean at the bottom of the tank Refer to Appendix A for instal...

Page 10: ...l passages This would cause a reduction of its cleaning effectiveness due to a loss of flow Disassembly of the Alfa Laval BladeClean then becomes a necessity to remove the blockage In recirculating closed loop cleaning or any other application where the cleaning solution may carry abrasive solids in suspension adequate filtration is a must These particles can be extremely destructive to the Alfa L...

Page 11: ...ough to withstand the full force of the water striking the cover plate If the cleaning solution is hot corrosive or toxic a leak would present a serious hazard to any personnel in the immediate vicinity or to any exposed electrical equipment Any tank cleaning machine can develop a static electric charge while in operation If the tank being cleaned contains a combustible liquid or vapor having a ri...

Page 12: ...energy recovery Plastics should be recycled or burnt at a licensed waste incineration plant Metal straps should be sent for material recycling Maintenance All metal parts should be sent for material recycling Scrapping At end of use the equipment must be recycled according to relevant local regulations Beside the equipment itself any hazardous residues from the process liquid must be considered an...

Page 13: ...incorrect operation control Step 2 Never touch the tank cleaning machine or the pipelines when pumping hot liquids Step 3 Initial Startup Every Alfa Laval BladeClean that ships is accompanied by a Birth Certificate This document indicates how the Alfa Laval BladeClean performed in our testing tank before it shipped based on the operating conditions supplied to Alfa Laval Tank Equipment Inc To ensu...

Page 14: ...ing conditions Make sure to refer the pressure flow table to reconfirm the operating conditions Insufficient pressure may result from line losses when the machine is located far from the pump so the line size must be increased accordingly for long runs Verify that the cleaning solution is the correct compound and in the concentration needed for the deposit being cleaned If heating is necessary als...

Page 15: ...mended Cleaning Step 1 Always handle lye and acid with great care Caustic danger Always use rubber gloves Always use protective goggles Step 2 Never touch the pump or the pipelines when sterilizing Danger of burns Step 3 Always rinse well with clean water after using a cleaning agent NOTE Cleaning agents must be stored disposed of in accordance with current regulations directives Always rinse Clea...

Page 16: ...s Always keep Minor spare parts kit in stock 5 1 General Maintenance Step 1 Always read the technical data thoroughly See chapter 6 technical Data Step 2 Recommended spare parts Order service kits from the service kits list See 7 4 Minor Service Kit 7 5 Major Service Kit Ordering spare parts Contact your local Alfa Laval Sales Company ...

Page 17: ...bstances left in the machine that may harden during storage A clean water rinse through the Alfa Laval BladeClean will also wash out any residues of chemical cleaners or recirculated wash water that could adversely affect the seals and O rings during prolonged contact in storage The best position to store the Alfa Laval BladeClean is standing upward with the outlet connection facing up Step 3 INSP...

Page 18: ...comes off use the 3 8 9 5 mm Allen Screw T Handle to unscrew the Screw 13 from the Retainer 12 which holds the Plunger 11 and the Wave Spring 14 together After removing each part place them aside for inspection and reassembly WARNING The spring is under compression and may cause harm if not unscrewed with care Step 3 The Plunger 11 will slide out now The Main Body 7 has a Bearing 5 and an O ring 8...

Page 19: ...nd windows to be sure they are clear and free of debris Especially check for debris in slots of outlet screw 4 Inspect the O rings and the bearings 5 for deterioration hardening or deformation or damage and replace if necessary Replace the seal 9 if damaged during operation or disassembly or doesn t fit on the plunger correctly Check the wave springs 14 and replace if any crests are damaged ...

Page 20: ...e bottom of 4 Place the 4 into the Body Tube 1 Place the O ring 2 into the extension tube 1 Screw the outlet screw 4 in the extension tube 1 Drawing 2 Place the seal 8 in the main body 7 Press fit the bearing 5 from the bottom into the main body Screw the main body below the extension tube Place the O ring 12 on the plunger 11 Insert the plunger 11 through the top of outlet screw 4 all the way dow...

Page 21: ... Read the instructions carefully TECHNICAL DATA Lubricant Self lubricating Max throw length 6 9 m 20 30 ft Pressure Working pressure 1 5 10 bar 22 145 PSI Recommended pressure 2 5 bar 29 73 PSI Certificate Material Certificate PHYSICAL DATA Materials 1 4404 316L FDA approved EPDM PTFE PPS Weight 1 27 kg 2 8 lbs Surface finish 0 5 µm 20 Ra Connections Standard thread 1 tri clamp standard Alfa Laval...

Page 22: ...e technical data 6 2 Performance Data Flow Rate Impact Throw Length Distance from target mm inch Diameter mm inch 21 1 64 2 5 51 2 102 4 102 6 139 5 5 305 12 178 7 457 18 379 11 610 24 318 12 5 914 36 432 17 1219 48 622 30 1254 60 889 30 1828 72 914 36 Inlet Pressure W e t t i n g I m p a c t c l e a n i n g Inlet Pressure Cone of Impact ...

Page 23: ...important to observe the technical data during installation operation and maintenance Inform personnel about the technical data 6 3 Dimensions Dimensions Dimensions A B C D E F mm 140 53 112 68 104 68 in 5 5 2 1 4 4 2 7 4 1 2 7 ...

Page 24: ...7 Parts List and Service Kits 24 The drawing shows Alfa Laval BladeClean Tank Cleaning Machine 7 1 BladeClean View ...

Page 25: ...7 Parts List and Service Kits 25 The drawing shows Alfa Laval BladeClean Tank Cleaning Machine 7 2 Assembly Drawings 1 2 Drawing 1 Alfa Laval Bladeclean Assembly Exploded View ...

Page 26: ...7 Parts List and Service Kits 26 The drawing shows Alfa Laval BladeClean Tank Cleaning Machine Drawing 2 Alfa Laval BladeClean Assembly Exploded View ...

Page 27: ...NG EDPM 1 9614699618 AG 570 V TANK ADAPTER O RING VITON 1 9614699619 AG 570 K TANK ADAPTER O RING KALREZ 1 7 9614699605 AG 555 MAIN BODY 1 8 9614699606 AG 559 O RING EPDM 2 118 2 9614699620 AG 559 V O RING VITON 2 118 2 9614699621 AG 559 K O RING KALREZ 2 118 2 9 9614699607 AG 569 SHAFT SEAL 1 10 9614699608 AG 558 BOTTOM CAP 1 11 9614699609 AG 501 PLUNGER 1 12 9614699611 AG 557 RETAINER CREST TO C...

Page 28: ...Part No Gamajet Part No Description No 2 9614661602 401160 O RING VITON 2 022 1 pcs 8 9614699620 AG 559 V O RING VITON 2 118 2 pcs 9 9614699607 AG 569 SHAFT SEAL 1 pcs 6 9614699618 AG 570 V TANK ADAPTER O RING VITON 1 pcs 3 TE52D561 TE52D561 OUTLET GASKET OUTSIDE 1 pcs 5 9614699604 AG 567 BEARING 2 pcs Article no 9614699623 ALFA LAVAL GJ BLADECLEAN KIT KALREZ Pos no Part No Gamajet Part No Descrip...

Page 29: ...g due to material shrinkage 7 Weld between positions 2 and 7 from the outside and then cool the region using compressed air Continue welding between the tack weld points as shown Image 3 between positions 1 and 8 then positions 4 and 6 positions 3 and 7 positions 4 and 8 positions 3 and 5 positions 2 and 6 and finally positions 1 and 5 8 Allow the region to cool then repeat the cross welding patte...

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