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Operating Manual ECOTROC ATCN 15-110
7. Installation
7.1
Recommendations for installation
Proper installation is the basic prerequisite for the safe and problem-free operation of the
ATCN series.
We recommend the installation of shut-off devices both upstream and downstream of the ad-
sorber. The adsorber can thereby be disconnected from the compressed air system during
maintenance.
If operation cannot be interrupted during maintenance then a by-pass line must be provided.
It should at least include a active carbon filter to prevent a contamination of oil downstream
of the adsorber.
We recommend installation after a corresponding pre-treatment. The oil vapour adsorber is
usually installed behind an air cauldron and dryer (compressed air refrigeration dryer or ad-
sorption dryer).
A filter with a separation degree of 0.01 µ must be installed immediately in front of the oil
vapour adsorber to collect any possible additional liquid drops and solids which would other-
wise cause the active carbon to become saturated more quickly.
Installing the device behind an air cauldron also has the advantage in that pulsating com-
pressed air is buffered and the temperature at the inlet of the adsorber is lower.
Choose a place of installation with the lowest possible compressed air temperature and with
the highest level of dry air. This then increases the service life of the active carbon and the
adsorber works most efficiently.
6.3 Setup
Please refer to the setup conditions described in Section 2.1. The basic data required for the
setup can be found in the Performance data in Section 2.2.
When setting up, make sure
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that the ground is level and capable of carrying the weight. Please also take into
account that the vessel will be filled with water during the routine inspection.
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there is enough space around the adsorber to carry out the servicing and maintenance
work. We recommend at least 0.8m.
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that the adsorber can be reached and accessed by the lifting gear.
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taht the adsorber is not accessible to non-experts, or warning signs should be affixed
for inexperienced persons.
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the adsorber cannot be rammed by haulage vehicles.
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the signage is clearly visible at all times.
There are mounting holes in the base section of the adsorber. These should be used to anchor
the device into the ground, as long as the ground allows it.
