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GDED-IOM-215-A 

10.4

 

 Servicing 

Explosion  vents  should  be  inspected  regularly  to  confirm  physical  and  operational 

condition. Reference the manufacture’s recommendations and consult with the authorities 

with jurisdiction. Replace any damaged or worn parts immediately.  

 

10.5

 

 Safety distance 

The material discharged during a vented explosion must be directed outdoors.  
 

Locating equipment with explosion vents outdoors is always recommended.  
 

Measures should be taken to reduce the risk to personnel and equipment from the 

effects of fireball temperature and pressure. In the event of a vented explosion, use the 
guidance detailed in NFPA 68 to determine the maximum width and height of the flame.  

 

11

 

 START-UP & OPERATION 

11.1

 

 Start-up checklist

 

Check  the  compressed  air  supply  to  the  OptiFlo  RC  to  ensure  correct  and  safe 

connection to the compressed air manifold(s).  Turn on the compressed air supply to the 
manifold(s).  Pressure available should be 90-100 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  operating  properly.    Follow  the 

manufacturer’s instructions. 

 

Energize the pulse controller and ensure the correct mode and parameters are set 

(reference to the controller manual). 

 

Listen for firing of the pilot solenoids and diaphragm valves to determine that they 

are all operational.  Note that as each solenoid is activated, a “click” can be heard and a 

small vibration can be felt on the cover of the solenoid valve enclosure. When the diaphragm 

valve is activated, a small jet of air vents from the hole at the solenoid valve base and there 
will be a sharp noise as the compressed air is allowed to escape from the compressed air 

manifold. 
 

Before introducing any dust to the collector, turn the power off to the controller and 

reset the high and low set points to 3” w.g. and 2” w.g., respectively.  

 

Start the fan with the fan damper or duct blast gates partially  open. At the same 

time,  observe  the  controller’s  differential  pressure  gauge.  This  gauge  indicates  the 

Содержание OptiFlo RC Series

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

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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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