AutoVap15 Operating Manual | | v. 1.2
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1.
Locate the Feed Pump Variable Frequency Drive Remote Control (if you are note using a remote you
can control the pump from the VFD)
2.
Using the Up and Down arrows, adjust the speed of the pump. You will be referring to the Pressure
Gauge to determine the speed of the pump, but for starting, set the VFD at 15-20 Hz.
3.
Press RUN on the VFD Remote. The feed pump will slowly "ramp up".
Note:
As the feed pump is ramping up, it is filling up the preheater and release air pressure built.
This will take 1-3 minutes. Once the preheater is filled, you will start to see the pressure rise on
the pressure gauge located near the preheater.
The recommended operating PSI is 42 PSI. This may be adjusted to as low as 30 and as high as
60 PSI.
4.
Adjust the feed pressure using the VFD Remote Control.
The AutoVap is now running and recovering your solvent. IMPORTANT: Be sure to monitor your feed vessel
to be sure you do not run out of tincture leaving the pump to run dry.
IMPORTNAT NOTE: There are 4 very important procedures to perform to ensure the longevity of your feed
pump:
1. Never run the pump dry: Always have tincture in your feed vessel while the feed pump is running.
2. Do not forget to open the preheater ball valve. Failure to open the valve can "dead head" the pump and
will compromise the pump.
3. Always prime your feed pump before turning on the VFD.
4. Always run cleaning cycles at the end of operating shifts.
STEP 4: SOLVENT DISCHARGE
As the AutoVap is running, you will be recovering solvent faster than you will be collecting residue.
IMPORTANT: If you are running the AutoVap15 Plus system, with Auto Discharge, you can skip this step.