
PULSAR
®
III-P/III-PE and VI-P/VI-PE PRESSURE CABINETS
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Manual No. 21527, Rev. I, 02/19
the doors to flex inward. Tests should be performed with
the exhauster running. Point the nozzle away from the
door during the tests and open the door only enough to
disengage the interlock switch. The interlocks should
stop the blasting when either door is open and permit
blasting when the doors are closed.
5.5
Pulse Pressure – Figure 19
NOTICE
Do not pulse new dust collectors or
replacement cartridges until the cartridge is
properly seasoned. Refer to Section 7.9.
Pulsing unseasoned cartridges can cause
premature cartridge failure or decrease the
efficiency of dust collector.
5.5.1
Adjust pulse pressure using the regulator
mounted on the blast machine piping, as shown in
Figure 19. Begin pulse at 60 psi. To adjust pressure, pull
the knob to unlock it, as shown in Figure 19, and then
turn clockwise to increase pressure or counterclockwise
to decrease pressure. Once operating pressure is set,
push the knob to lock it and maintain the setting.
Figure 19
5.5.2
As the filter cartridge cakes with dust, it may be
necessary to pulse between blasting, per Section 6.2.6.
5.5.3
When pulsing alone does not adequately clean
the cartridge, increase pulse pressure in 5-psi increments
until the maximum of 90 psi is reached. As dust cakes on
the cartridge, the differential pressure increases. Using a
gauge to measure the differential pressure is a good
way to tell if the cartridge is heavily caked.
5.5.4
When the maximum pulse pressure of 90 psi is
attained, and additional pulsing as described in Section
6.2.6 does not increase visibility or decrease differential
pressure, replace the cartridge, per Section 7.8.
5.6
Cabinet Air-Inlet Damper
5.6.1
Once the damper is initially set, per Section 2.5,
it seldom requires readjustment. The initial setting
produces approximately 1/2" to 3/4" of static pressure
within the cabinet.
Do not confuse cabinet static
pressure with reclaimer static pressure, which is
controlled by the outlet damper, as noted in Section
5.3. Reclaimer pressure must be set before cabinet
pressure.
5.6.2
Using a manometer (as noted in Section 5.7 and
listed in Section 9.1) is the most accurate method of
monitoring and adjusting cabinet pressure. Following the
instructions packed with the manometer, start the
exhauster and insert the needle into a glove, and adjust
pressure using the inlet damper. Open the damper
farther to decrease static pressure or close it farther to
increase pressure.
5.6.3
If a manometer is not available, use the gloves
as an indicator. With the exhauster ON, the gloves
should be inflated, but not elevated off the grate.
5.7
Optional Manometer
NOTE: These instructions show several methods of taking
static-pressure readings (negative pressure) on Pulsar
reclaimers by using a flexible-tube manometer. Use the
method best suited for the application. The instructions
explain the processes for taking periodic readings and
show how to permanently install the manometer for taking
frequent readings. Permanent fittings should be installed
when the manometer installation is permanent. Use
silicone sealer or other sealant to seal around the fitting to
prevent leaks. The fitting should be capable of being
capped when the manometer tube is removed. This will
prevent leaks that alter the reclaimer’s separation
efficiency. Taking readings at different locations could
produce different readings. Static-pressure readings at the
door are generally 0.5" to 1" lower than those taken above
the reclaimer. The readings are reference points, so
readings should be taken using the same method each
time a reading is taken.
5.7.1
Refer to the instructions packed with the
manometer for preparing and operating the manometer.
5.7.2
Connect one end of the 3/16" ID tubing to one of
the tubing connectors (elbow) at the top of the
manometer by pushing it over the barbed adaptor.
5.7.3
Open both manometer valves (elbows), per the
instructions with the manometer.
5.7.4
Magnets on the manometer hold it in position on
the reclaimer body or dust-collector body. The
Adjustment Knob
Push knob in to lock.
Pull knob out to unlock
and adjust pressure.
Pulse Pressure Regulator
Blast Machine Piping