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Safe-Drive
®
Process Refractometer
PR-23-SD Generation 2
Best Practices
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About This Document
This document is intended for individuals
installing, commissioning, operating, and/
or servicing the Safe-Drive
®
Process
Refractometer PR-23-SD, generation 2
model. The purpose of this document
is to provide a quick guide for the
abovementioned tasks in the form of
K-Patents recommended best practices.
This document in intended for PR-23-SD
applications that have a steam wash system (typical application for black liquor).
NOTE:
These instructions are for quick reference only. For more thorough guidance, please
refer to K-Patents user manual and documentation.
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Before Installation
2.1 Installation Location Checklist
Before the SD sensor system is installed, it is important to inspect the installation location
carefully for the following conditions:
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Install the SD sensor system onto either vertical or horizontal pipeline. The
recommended flow rate is 0.4 m/s – 2 m/s (1.5 ft/s – 6 ft/s).
●
Mount the system at waist level. This is the natural and safe height for the system and
enables you to use the tools more ergonomically.
●
Leave a 1 m (approximately 3 ft) space around the installation for operating around the
SD sensor system. For the same reason, the steam connections should be installed
on the sides or back of the sensor system.
●
Recommended maximum ambient temperature of installation location is 45°C (120°F).
●
Avoid locations that are blocked by other piping and/or equipment, or require additional
tools, such as a ladder, to access the sensor. The installation location must be level,
firm, and free of clutter to provide safe and easy access to the
system.
