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Installation 

 

 

 

6-13

 

Figure 6-5: Dryer inlet and outlet ports 

Refer to the following section for instructions on attaching the copper tubing to the inlet 
and outlet ports’ compression fittings. 

6.8  Air compressor to N

2

 generator/filter bank panel connection 

The outlet port of the air compressor is connected to the inlet port of the filter bank panel 
with the 50 ft (15 m) roll of 3/8” OD copper tubing supplied with the air compressor. To 
aid in the cooling of the compressed air and condensing the moisture entrained in it, 
Cryomech recommends using the entire length of copper tubing to connect the air 
compressor to the N

2

 generator/filter bank panel. 

The filter bank's ability to remove water from the incoming compressed air is dependent 
on the temperature of the incoming air. The incoming air must be cool enough to allow 
the water vapor to condense. Once condensed, the first two filters will remove it. 

As a rule, the incoming compressed air temperature should be within 10

°

F (6

°

C) of the 

ambient temperature for optimal operation of the compressed air filter bank. 

If the incoming air is too warm, water vapor passes through the first two filters and 
condenses out in the carbon filter and after filter. Eventually, the moisture enters the 
nitrogen generator and the dewar causing a significant drop in LN

2

 production. Over time, 

an accumulation of ice will completely block the flow of gaseous nitrogen into the dewar. 
The system will continue to operate however; it will not produce any LN

2

 CAUTION 

The compressed air filters are not designed to remove vaporous water. Vaporous 
water will pass through the filters and damage the N

2

 generator. 

This type of damage 

is not covered under the warranty.

 

 

 CAUTION 

The maximum inlet air temperature to the N

2

 generator /compressed air filter bank 

panel is 125

°

F (52

°

C). Temperatures above 125

°

F (52

°

C) will damage the filter bank 

components. 

This type of damage is not covered under the warranty.

 

 

Inlet port 

Outlet port 

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Страница 1: ...Model LNP 40 Liquid Nitrogen Plant INSTALLATION OPERATION and ROUTINE MAINTENANCE MANUAL...

Страница 2: ...rer Cryomech Inc reserves the right to add change modify or delete any or all information contained herein without prior written notice Revisions to this document may be issued at the time such change...

Страница 3: ...1 Overview Section 2 Warranty Section 3 Safety Section 4 Inspection and Unpacking Section 5 Specifications Section 6 Installation Section 7 Operation Section 8 Routine Maintenance Appendix Spray Lubri...

Страница 4: ...1 1 N Section 1 Overview...

Страница 5: ...A complete system consists of two major components one is the helium compressor package which compresses refrigerant and removes heat from the system the other is the cold head which takes refrigerant...

Страница 6: ...in the appendix Numbered lists labeled with 1 2 etc and lettered lists labeled with a b etc are used for sequential actions that must be performed in the order listed Lists for which order is not imp...

Страница 7: ...d Loop System This refers to a cryogenic system that has no helium loss because the helium is cycled through a closed loop The advantage of such a system is that there is no need to add helium Cold He...

Страница 8: ...essure helium to the necessary high pressure Helium Compressor Package The helium compressor package houses the helium compressor module and all other components that cool and purify helium and that p...

Страница 9: ...es an N2 generator filter bank panel a nitrogen flex line and an air compressor 1 3 2 Acronyms The following acronyms are used in the text and provided here for convenient lookup FPT Female Pipe Threa...

Страница 10: ...2 1 N Section 2 Warranty...

Страница 11: ...ion that does not meet the specifications in this section will void the warranty If you plan to operate the system outside any of the specified conditions contact Cryomech See Section 5 Failure to fol...

Страница 12: ...any significant length of time will void the warranty If the power cord is not wired properly the compressor will run in reverse and there will be no pressure differential on the pressure gauges Turn...

Страница 13: ...3 2 N Section 3 Safety...

Страница 14: ...h Read the manual or handbook sign When this symbol is found on a piece of equipment the user should read the whole manual before starting installation or use This symbol is found on the compressor pa...

Страница 15: ...stem installation CAUTION Failure to follow these installation guidelines could result in voiding the warranty WARNING Do not allow the released oxygen which enhances flammability to accumulate in an...

Страница 16: ...uced into the system even for cleaning purposes it will void the warranty CAUTION Do not apply heat to the cooling water inlet and outlet connectors located on the front panel of the compressor Sectio...

Страница 17: ...ip couplings from the helium flex lines without first relieving the helium charge in the line to acceptable levels The pressure in the hose can blow off the coupling with sufficient force to cause inj...

Страница 18: ...lation CAUTION The air compressor must be installed and operated according to the manufacturer s specifications included in the air compressor s instruction manual Failure to follow the manufacturer s...

Страница 19: ...anel is 125 F 52 C Temperatures above 125 F 52 C will damage the filter bank components This type of damage is not covered under the warranty CAUTION The filter bank s ability to remove water from the...

Страница 20: ...mpressor must be bolted to the floor please pay special attention to the mounting instructions included in Section 3 of the air compressor s instruction manual Failure to mount the air compressor acco...

Страница 21: ...ogen WARNING Before extracting liquid nitrogen from the dewar carefully read the following safety precautions Improper handling of liquid nitrogen may result in serious injury or death WARNING If a la...

Страница 22: ...ion 8 4 Helium compressor adsorber replacement CAUTION At no time should the Aeroquip couplings be removed from the adsorber when replacing the adsorber Replacement can be completed without relieving...

Страница 23: ...h contamination occurs factory service will be required Section 8 8 Filter element replacement WARNING Failure to replace the filter bowl in the locked position could result in catastrophic failure an...

Страница 24: ...Safety 3 11 WARNING Failure to disconnect the power to the electrical protection device before attempting to replace the fuses may result in serious injury or death 26Apr07...

Страница 25: ...4 1 N Section 4 Inspection and Unpacking...

Страница 26: ...to the sides or cutting the steel banding 2 Check for tip indicators on the inside of the packing crate and notify Cryomech if interior tip indicators have been activated even though tip indicators on...

Страница 27: ...age Inspect the helium compressor package for any signs of damage such as dents scratches or any signs of oil leaks There should be a tag on the front of the helium compressor package that states the...

Страница 28: ...mpressor package to the pallet making certain that there is sufficient insulating material between the compressor and the straps so the straps will not scrape any paint off the compressor package o Us...

Страница 29: ...5 3 N Section 5 Specifications...

Страница 30: ...ull 260 lb 545 lb 118 kg 247 kg Dewar Dimensions Outside Diameter x H 24 x 60 in 61 x 152 cm Dewar Capacity 42 gal 160 liters Helium Compressor Package Weight Air Cooled Water Cooled 387 lb 262 lb 176...

Страница 31: ...r Inlet Temperature 0 C Figure 1 Cooling Water Requirements 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 0 6 0 8 1 0 1 2 1 4 1 6 1 8 2 0 2 2 2 4 Water Flow Rate LPM Water Pressure Drop bar 2 1 2 1 CP980 CP950 CP970 Water F...

Страница 32: ...W N A kW 5 2 kW 4 4 kW Current 21 A N A A N A A 9 A Air Cooled Input Power Maximum Steady state 6 4 kW 5 9 kW N A kW N A kW 5 0 kW 4 3 kW 5 6 kW 4 7 kW Current 21 A N A A 16 5 A 10 A Dedicated circuit...

Страница 33: ...llution Degree 2 Installation Category II Category II Maximum relative humidity 80 for T 88 F Decreasing linearly to 50 at 104 F 80 for T 31 C Decreasing linearly to 50 at 40 C Maximum sound level air...

Страница 34: ...rload Switch An internal motor overload switch located inside the compressor module protects the system by sensing excessive current draw and temperature This switch automatically resets itself after...

Страница 35: ...ssor package Circuit Breaker High Pressure Aeroquip High Pressure Gauge Low Pressure Aeroquip Service Valve Service Access Pressure Switch Reset Temperature Switch Reset Cooling Water Outlet Connectio...

Страница 36: ...essor package Power Switch Hour Meter Dewar Cord Connector Circuit Breaker Service Valve Service Access Pressure Switch Reset Temperature Switch Reset Power Cord High Pressure Aeroquip High Pressure G...

Страница 37: ...ure of the compressed helium gas that is transported from the compressor package When the compressor package is off and the complete system is at room temperature the gauge should read the pressure sp...

Страница 38: ...compressor package during operation The connector thread size is 1 4 FPT 1 4 Female National Pipe Thread Pressure Switch Reset Low Pressure The compressor package has a low pressure shutdown switch t...

Страница 39: ...lange and the cold head seals the nitrogen gas inside the dewar Low Pressure Regulator A low pressure regulator is attached to the top of the dewar The regulator is set to maintain a pressure inside t...

Страница 40: ...the dewar and the helium compressor package The liquid nitrogen plant will not operate unless the dewar cord is connected to the dewar and the helium compressor Bleed Valve The bleed valve is used to...

Страница 41: ...odel High Pressure Regulator The high pressure regulator is preset and locked at 85 PSIG 5 9 bar This compressed air pressure setting is required for optimal performance of the N2 generator Pressure G...

Страница 42: ...The dehumidifier is designed to remove water vapor from the compressed air before it enters the carbon filter The dehumidifier consists of bundles of hollow membrane fibers each permeable only to wate...

Страница 43: ...ted out and returned to the atmosphere through the nitrogen generator s vent The nitrogen generator can withstand water vapor in the compressed air supply however liquid water oil and carbon dust will...

Страница 44: ...tor Pressure Switch The pressure switch automatically starts and stops the air compressor to maintain the required air pressure supplied to the N2 generator filter bank panel The pressure switch is pr...

Страница 45: ...able Receiver Tank Pressure Gauge The receiver tank pressure gauge displays the compressed air outlet pressure Compressed Air Outlet Valve The compressed air outlet valve when open allows the compress...

Страница 46: ...matically and requires periodic maintenance The manufacturer s user manual is included with the dryer Figure 5 9 Refrigerated air dryer front view Figure 5 10 Refrigerated air dryer rear view Power Sw...

Страница 47: ...air port is a 3 8 compression fitting that is used to connect to the outlet port of the air compressor The connection is made with the copper tubing supplied with the air compressor Outlet Air Port T...

Страница 48: ...and 5 pin connector that attaches to a mating receptacle located on the helium compressor Figure 5 11 Electrical protection device Electrical Protection Module The monitoring relay ensures that the v...

Страница 49: ...d tested at the factory Cryomech does not recommend changing any of the settings The settings are as follows UNBALANCE 2 8 TRIP DELAY 5 seconds AUTO RESTART DELAY 5 minutes SELECTOR Auto Restart W Del...

Страница 50: ...6 1 N Section 6 Installation...

Страница 51: ...low from the nitrogen generator s vent To prevent accidental flow blockage do not install a valve in the vent line If the system is installed in an enclosed confined space an oxygen monitor alarm shou...

Страница 52: ...compressor package and the N2 generator filter bank panel If greater separation is required longer helium or nitrogen flex lines will be needed Position the dewar so there is sufficient space around i...

Страница 53: ...eat to the cooling water inlet and outlet connectors located on the front panel of the compressor 1 Make sure that the cooling water supply is turned OFF 2 Apply Teflon tape or pipe sealant to the thr...

Страница 54: ...ircuit breaker is turned OFF 4 The ground or earth wire in the power cord is either green 60 Hz systems or green yellow stripe 50 Hz systems Connect the ground wire in the power cord to the ground or...

Страница 55: ...gh pressure and low pressure helium flex lines are not interchangeable due to the size of the Aeroquip couplings attached to the ends of the flex lines Before connecting the flex lines to the componen...

Страница 56: ...sure port on the helium compressor package front panel The high pressure port is marked HIGH Tighten the connector until a positive stop is felt 7 Connect the other end of the helium flex line to the...

Страница 57: ...1 below 1 Observe both the low and high pressure gauges located on the front panel of the helium compressor package and determine which gauge has the lower reading If the system helium pressure shown...

Страница 58: ...is not covered under the warranty The N2 generator filter bank panel is wall mountable A minimum clearance of 5 inches 13 cm measured from the bottom edge of the panel to the floor is suggested in or...

Страница 59: ...t 2 ft 0 6 m of open space around the dryer to provide sufficient air flow for proper cooling and to perform periodic maintenance 6 5 2 Connect the dryer to the main power 1 The dryer comes with a mai...

Страница 60: ...so that the oil pressure gauge and receiver tank gauge are visible Allow at least 2 ft 0 6 m of open space behind the belt guard to allow for a sufficient air flow required to cool the air compressor...

Страница 61: ...cal electrical codes and guidelines 3 Make sure that the dedicated circuit breaker is turned OFF 4 The ground or earth wire in the power cord is either green 60 Hz systems or green yellow stripe 50 Hz...

Страница 62: ...w Yellow Stripe Figure 6 4 Color codes for 60 Hz and 50 Hz models c If your system contains a 60 Hz power cord switch the black and red wires If your system contains a 50 Hz power cord swap any two b...

Страница 63: ...st two filters will remove it As a rule the incoming compressed air temperature should be within 10 F 6 C of the ambient temperature for optimal operation of the compressed air filter bank If the inco...

Страница 64: ...ely 3 8 in 10 mm Make certain the end of the tube is seated fully in the fitting 6 Tighten the nut by hand until snug 7 With one wrench holding the fitting and another holding the nut tighten the nut...

Страница 65: ...e electrical protection device EPD is an optional item If the system was not supplied with an EPD proceed to the next section The EPD is housed in a wall mountable electrical enclosure The enclosure i...

Страница 66: ...resentative view 2 Push the plug onto the connector and turn the locking ring clockwise until snug 3 To disconnect the plug reverse the procedure The system will not start if the EPD is not connected...

Страница 67: ...7 2 N Section 7 Operation...

Страница 68: ...essor Before starting the air compressor the air compressor manufacturer s instruction manual must be completely read and understood The manufacturer s instruction manual is included with this manual...

Страница 69: ...and dewar of any contaminants This process will ensure that only nitrogen will be present in the dewar and its interconnecting lines This procedure should be performed only when the dewar is empty 1...

Страница 70: ...r and the dewar 3 If applicable make sure the optional electrical protection device s cord is attached to the receptacle on the front panel of the helium compressor 4 Make sure all Aeroquip couplings...

Страница 71: ...with the optional electrical protection device proceed with the following steps If the optional electrical protection device is not included with the system skip to step 11 2 Open the door of the EPD...

Страница 72: ...ssure differential of at least 200 PSIG 13 76 bar If the system is functioning correctly there will be an immediate increase in the high pressure gauge and an immediate decrease in the low pressure ga...

Страница 73: ...of the liquid nitrogen when the system is in standby mode The pressure relief valve on the dewar will open when the internal pressure in the dewar reaches approximately 10 PSIG Frost and condensation...

Страница 74: ...alent volumes of gas at room temperature 68 F 20 C When filling a vessel with liquid nitrogen make certain the vessel is adequately vented If a sufficient amount of liquid nitrogen is vaporized in a c...

Страница 75: ...l continue to drain CAUTION Damage to the valve stem and seat will occur if the valve is over tightened 7 7 DAILY INSPECTIONS The liquid nitrogen plant has been designed to give continuous trouble fre...

Страница 76: ...e compressed air supply the two upstream filters or the automatic drain valve The problem must be diagnosed and corrected immediately See the Troubleshooting Section Open the manual drain located on t...

Страница 77: ...shut down the air compressor switch its dedicated circuit breaker off 7 9 Disassembling the system for transport or storage Use the following steps to prepare a Cryomech Liquid Nitrogen Plant for even...

Страница 78: ...t the flex line from twisting IMPORTANT When connecting or disconnecting the flex lines Cryomech recommends using a small amount of Teflon spray lubricant A can of lubricant is included with each syst...

Страница 79: ...ower cord in preparation for transport or storage 4 Disconnect the drain line from the automatic drain valve 5 If applicable close the filter bank s needle valve 6 Close the compressed air outlet valv...

Страница 80: ...storage 3 Disconnect the copper tubing from the inlet and outlet ports 4 If applicable disconnect the drain line from the condensate drain tube 7 9 6 Electrical protection device option Disconnect the...

Страница 81: ...on 5 5 Reset the temperature switch located on the bottom of the front panel of the helium compressor package as shown in Section 5 6 Refer to electrical protection troubleshooting section below 7 10...

Страница 82: ...in Section 5 If the helium charge is within the specification reset the pressure switch located on the bottom of the front panel of the helium compressor See Section 5 4 Water cooled models Make certa...

Страница 83: ...umulated condensate The timer is properly set if nothing but air vents at the end of the open period 3 The filters are not designed to remove vaporous water The incoming air must be cool enough to all...

Страница 84: ...e helium compressor If the Phase Loss or Unbalance indicator is lit measure the voltage at each phase to ensure they are balanced 2 If the EPD senses a fault when the LNP is operating the system will...

Страница 85: ...lter bank assembly PROCEDURE The best way to fix this is to empty the Dewar completely and warm it up Once the Dewar is warm room temperature The high pressure line can then be flushed with isopropyl...

Страница 86: ...formation offered should facilitate set up and operation you may have a special situation that requires further considerations If after reading the Operation Section you still have questions contact C...

Страница 87: ...8 1 N Section 8 Routine Maintenance...

Страница 88: ...See Section 8 3 8 2 2 Helium compressor Maintenance Frequency Comment Replace adsorber CP900 Series Compressors CP800 Series Compressors Every 20 000 hours Every 15 000 hours See Section 8 4 Vent hel...

Страница 89: ...screwdriver For turn cover screws and hose clamp CAUTION At no time should the Aeroquip couplings be removed from the adsorber when replacing the adsorber Replacement can be completed without relievi...

Страница 90: ...ng the high pressure Aeroquip coupling to the front panel 7 Loosen and disconnect the hose clamp that attaches the adsorber to the front panel 8 Remove the adsorber from the compressor package 9 Check...

Страница 91: ...ng helium the helium must be 99 999 pure Contamination by other gases will result in the freezing of the contaminant gases in the cold head because their freezing temperature is much higher than that...

Страница 92: ...o a typical vacuum charging system as shown in Figure 8 3 and Figure 8 4 below Figure 8 3 Vacuum charging system Service Aeroquip Coupling Charging hose Service Valve Helium Tank Valve 3 0 7 0 SCFM Di...

Страница 93: ...ed amount of helium pressure 12 Slowly open the service valve to add helium to the system The final helium charge in the system is specified in Section 5 CAUTION No more than 5 PSIG 34 bar of gas shou...

Страница 94: ...3 4 wrench 6 Disconnect the compression fitting on the inlet fitting of the automatic drain valve Turn the compression fitting nut with the 11 16 wrench while holding the fitting body with the 5 8 wre...

Страница 95: ...icient force to cause injury If operated in a clean environment the only parts of the cryorefrigerator system that are likely to require cleaning are the Aeroquip couplings The mating surfaces of the...

Страница 96: ...fuse cover grasp it in the center and pull it straight back 6 Remove the fuse from the fuse holder and replace it with a fuse equivalent in style and amperage rating Spare fuses are shipped with the...

Страница 97: ...ust be performed using Cryomech parts and the appropriate work instructions Contact Cryomech if the cold head requires service Main power cord If the power cord becomes damaged a replacement should be...

Страница 98: ...Appendix Spray Lubricant Instructions...

Страница 99: ...The purpose of this work instruction is to document the proper use of TFL 50 Dry Lube on Cryomech systems with Aeroquip connectors Related documents and work instructions TFL 50 MSDS Connection Insta...

Страница 100: ...the open ends of the Aeroquips Doing so will contaminate the system and void the warranty Apply lubricant to the Aeroquips only after they are hand tightened together 3 Before using this product care...

Страница 101: ...the female Aeroquip Swivel portion Figure A 5 Apply lubricant to swivel portion 5 Apply a small amount of TFL 50 to the threaded portion of the male Aeroquip Threaded portion Figure A 6 Apply lubrica...

Страница 102: ...ix Disassembly 1 Apply a small amount of TFL 50 to the swivel portion of the female Aeroquip as shown in Figure A 5 2 Use wrenches to loosen and remove the Aeroquips see manual for instructions A 4 30...

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