2.separator Manual

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MAB 206S-24
Separator Manual
Product No. Book No.
881240-22-12 1270282-02 V3
Published By: Alfa Laval Tumba AB SE-147 80 Tumba, Sweden Telephone: +46 8 530 650 00 Telefax: +46 8 530 310 40
Alfa Laval Tumba AB May 2008 This publication or any part there of may not be reproduced or transmitted by any process or means without prior written permission of Alfa Laval Tumba AB.
Contents
1 2 Read this first Safety Instructions
2.1 Warning signs in text 2.2 Environmental issues 2.3 Requirements of personnel 5 7 12 13 14 15 16 19 23 27 29 30 39 47 48 52 60 70 80 84 85 90 91 92 94 106
Separator Basics
3.1 Basic principles of separation 3.2 Design 3.3 Separating function 3.4 Definitions
Operating Instructions
4.1 Operating routine 4.2 Cleaning the bowl
Service Instructions
5.1 Periodic maintenance 5.2 Maintenance logs 5.3 Check points at Intermediate Service (IS) 5.4 Check points at Major Service (MS) 5.5 Cleaning 5.6 When changing oil 5.7 Common maintenance directions 5.8 Lifting instructions
Dismantling/Assembly
6.1 General 6.2 Inlet/outlet, collecting cover and bowl (IS) 6.3 Vertical driving device (MS)
6.4 Horizontal driving device (MS) 6.5 Feed pump (option)
118 128 137 138 144 146 147 148 154 155 156 157 158 161 176 182 184 193
Trouble-tracing
7.1 Mechanical function 7.2 Purification faults 7.3 Clarification faults
Technical Reference
8.1 Technical data 8.2 Basic size drawing, without pump 8.3 Connection list, without pump 8.4 Basic size drawing, with pump 8.5 Connection list, with pump 8.6 Interface description 8.7 Lubricants 8.8 Electric components 8.9 Machine plates and safety labels 8.10 Storage and installation
Index
Read and understand instruction manuals and observe the warnings before installation, operation, service and maintenance.
Not following the instructions can result in serious accidents.
In order to make the information clear only foreseeable conditions have been considered. No warnings are given, therefore, for situations arising from the unintended usage of the machine and its tools.
1 Read this first
This manual is designed for operators and service engineers working with the Alfa Laval separator MAB 206S-24. For information concerning the function of the separator, see 3 Separator Basics on page 15, and 4 Operating Instructions on page 29. If the separator has been delivered and installed by Alfa Laval as part of a processing system, this manual is a part of the System Manual. In this case, study carefully all the instructions in the System Manual. In addition to this Separator Manual a Spare Parts Catalogue, SPC is supplied.
Separator Manual and Spare Parts Catalogue
This Separator Manual consists of:
Safety Instructions
Pay special attention to the safety instructions for the separator. Not following the safety instructions can cause accidents resulting in damage to equipment and serious injury to personnel.
Separator Basics
Read this chapter if you are not familiar with this type of separator.
Operating Instructions
This chapter contains operating instructions for the separator only.
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1 Read this first
Service Instructions
This chapter gives instructions for daily checks, cleaning, oil changes, servicing and check points.
Dismantling / Assembly
This chapter contains step-by-step instructions for dismantling and assembly of the separator for service and repair.
Trouble-tracing
Refer to this chapter if the separator functions abnormally. If the separator has been installed as part of a processing system always refer to the Troubletracing part of the System Manual first.
Technical Reference
This chapter contains technical data concerning the separator and drawings.
Index
This chapter contains an alphabetical list of subjects, with page references.
2 Safety Instructions
The centrifuge includes parts that rotate at high speed. This means that: Kinetic energy is high Great forces are generated Stopping time is long
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Manufacturing tolerances are extremely fine. Rotating parts are carefully balanced to reduce undesired vibrations that can cause a breakdown. Material properties have been considered carefully during design to withstand stress and fatigue. The separator is designed and supplied for a specific separation duty (type of liquid, rotational speed, temperature, density etc.) and must not be used for any other purpose. Incorrect operation and maintenance can result in unbalance due to build-up of sediment, reduction of material strength, etc., that subsequently could lead to serious damage and/or injury. The following basic safety instructions therefore apply: Use the separator only for the purpose and parameter range specified by Alfa Laval. Strictly follow the instructions for installation, operation and maintenance. Ensure that personnel are competent and have sufficient knowledge of maintenance and operation, especially concerning emergency stopping procedures. Use only Alfa Laval genuine spare parts and the special tools supplied.
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Disintegration hazards
If excessive vibration occurs, stop separator and keep bowl filled with liquid during rundown.
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Use the separator only for the purpose and parameter range specified by Alfa Laval.
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Welding or heating of parts that rotate can seriously affect material strength.
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Inspect regularly for corrosion and erosion damage. Inspect frequently if process liquid is corrosive or erosive.
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Wear on the large lock ring thread must not exceed safety limit. -mark on lock ring must not pass opposite -mark by more than specified distance.
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Check that the gear ratio is correct for power frequency used. If incorrect, subsequent overspeed may result in a serious break down.
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When power cables are connected, always check direction of motor rotation. If incorrect, vital rotating parts could unscrew.
Entrapment hazards
Make sure that rotating parts have come to a complete standstill before starting any dismantling work.
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To avoid accidental start, switch off and lock power supply before starting any dismantling work. Assemble the machine completely before start. All covers and guards must be in place.
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Electrical hazard
Follow local regulations for electrical installation and earthing (grounding). To avoid accidental start, switch off and lock power supply before starting any dismantling work.
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Crush hazards
Use correct lifting tools and follow lifting instructions.

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Do not work under a hanging load.

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Noise hazards
Use ear protection in noisy environments.

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Burn hazards
Lubrication oil and various machine surfaces can be hot and cause burns.
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Skin irritation hazards
Use of lubricants in various situations.
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When using chemical cleaning agents, make sure you follow the general rules and suppliers recommendation regarding ventilation, personnel protection etc.
Cut hazards
Sharp edges on bowl discs and threads can cause cuts.

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Flying objects
Risk for accidental release of snap rings and springs when dismantling and assembly.
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Health hazard
Risk for unhealthy dust when handling friction blocks/pads. Use a dust mask to make sure not to inhale any dust.
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2.1
Warning signs in text
Pay attention to the safety instructions in this manual. Below are definitions of the three grades of warning signs used in the text where there is a risk for injury to personnel.
DANGER
Type of hazard DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
Type of hazard WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
Type of hazard CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTE
NOTE indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in property damage.
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2.2
Environmental issues
Unpacking Packing material consists of wood, plastics, cardboard boxes and in some cases metal straps. Wood and cardboard boxes can be reused, recycled or used for energy recovery. Plastics should be recycled or burnt at a licensed waste incineration plant. Metal straps should be sent for material recycling.
Maintenance During maintenance oil and wear parts in the machine are replaced. Oil must be taken care of in agreement with local regulations. Rubber and plastics should be burnt at a licensed waste incineration plant. If not available they should be disposed to a suitable licensed land fill site. Bearings and other metal parts should be sent to a licensed handler for material recycling. Seal rings and friction linings should be disposed to a licensed land fill site. Check your local regulations. Worn out or defected electronic parts should be sent to a licensed handler for material recycling.
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2.3
Requirements of personnel
Only skilled or instructed persons are allowed to operate the machine, e.g. operating and maintenance staff. Skilled person: A person with technical knowledge or sufficient experience to enable him or her to perceive risks and to avoid hazards which electricity/mechanics can create. Instructed person: A person adequately advised or supervised by a skilled person to enable him or her to perceive risks and to avoid hazards which electricity/mechanics can create.
In some cases special skilled personnel may need to be hired, like electricians and others. In some of these cases the personnel has to be certified according to local regulations with experience of similar types of work.
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3 Separator Basics
Contents
3.1 Basic principles of separation
3.1.1 3.1.2 Introduction Factors influencing the separation result 16 16 17 19 19 20 20 21 21 21 22 23 23 23 25 27
3.2 Design
3.2.1 3.2.2 3.2.3 3.2.4 3.2.5 3.2.6 3.2.7 Overview Bowl disc stack Power transmission Brake Inlet pump (option) Paring disc Sensors and indicators
3.3 Separating function

3.3.1 3.3.2 3.3.3 Bowl Purifier bowl Clarifier bowl
3.4 Definitions
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3 Separator Basics
3.1
Basic principles of separation

Introduction
3.1.1

The purpose of separation can be: to free a liquid of solid particles, to separate two mutually insoluble liquids with different densities while removing any solids presents at the same time, to separate and concentrate solid particles from a liquid.
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Sedimentation by gravity
Separation by gravity A liquid mixture in a stationary bowl will clear slowly as the heavy particles in the liquid mixture sink to the bottom under the influence of gravity. A lighter liquid rises while a heavier liquid and solids sink. Continuous separation and sedimentation can be achieved in a settling tank having outlets arranged according to the difference in density of the liquids. Heavier particles in the liquid mixture will settle and form a sediment layer on the tank bottom
Sedimentation in a settling tank, with outlets making it possible to separate the lighter liquid parts from the heavier
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Centrifugal separation In a rapidly rotating bowl, the force of gravity is replaced by centrifugal force, which can be thousands of times greater. Separation and sedimentation is continuous and happens very quickly. The centrifugal force in the separator bowl can achieve in a few seconds what takes many hours in a tank under influence of gravity.
The centrifugal solution
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3.1.2
Factors influencing the separation result
Separating temperature For some types of process liquids (e.g. mineral oils) a high separating temperature will normally increase the separation capacity. The temperature influences oil viscosity and density and should be kept constant throughout the separation.
Viscosity Low viscosity facilitates separation. Viscosity can be reduced by heating.

High viscosity (with low temperature)
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Low viscosity (with high temperature)
Density difference (specific gravity ratio) The greater the density difference between the two liquids, the easier the separation. The density difference can be increased by heating.
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High density (with low temperature)
Low density (with high temperature)
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Phase proportions An increased quantity of water in oil will influence the separating result through the optimum transporting capacity of the disc stack. An increased water content in the oil can be compensated by reducing the throughput in order to restore the optimum separating efficiency.
The throughput The throughput sets the time allowed for the separation of water and sediment from the oil. A better separation result can often be achieved by reducing the throughput, i.e. by increasing the settling time.
Sludge space - sludge content Sediment will accumulate on the inside periphery of the bowl. When the sludge space is filled up the flow inside the bowl is influenced by the sediment and thereby reducing the separating efficiency. In such cases the time between cleaning should be reduced to suit these conditions.
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Disc stack A neglected disc stack containing deformed discs or discs coated with deposits will impair the separating result.
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3 Separator Basics
3.1 Design
3.2
3.2.1
Design
Overview
The separator comprises a processing part and a driving part. It is driven by an electric motor (6). Mechanically, the separator machine frame is composed of a bottom part, a top part and a collecting cover. The motor is flanged to the frame as shown in the illustration. The frame feet have vibration damping. The bottom part of the separator contains the horizontal driving device (1), driving shaft with couplings, a worm gear and a vertical spindle. The bottom part also contains an oil bath for the worm gear, a brake and a revolution counter, indicating speed. If the separator is equipped with a built-on inlet pump (3), it is attached to the driving spindle and located on the side of the bottom part. The frame top part (2) and the collecting cover contain the processing parts of the separator, the inlet and outlets, piping and bowl (4). The liquid is cleaned in the separator bowl (4). This is fitted on the upper part of the vertical spindle and rotates at high speed inside the space formed by the frame top part and collecting cover. The main inlets and outlets are shown with connection numbers in the illustration. These numbers correspond with the numbers used in the connection list and the basic size drawing which can be found in chapter 8 Technical Reference on page 147.
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.
Horizontal driving device, friction coupling and worm gear Frame top part Inlet pump of gear type (option) Separator bowl Inlet / outlet Electric motor
Inlet and outlet connections 201 206 220 221 Feed inlet Water inlet for liquid seal Outlet for light phase (oil) Outlet for heavy phase (water)
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3.1 Design
3 Separator Basics
3.2.2
Bowl disc stack
The large lock ring (4) is holding the bowl parts together. It also compresses the disc stack (3). The disc stack pressure is important for bowl balance. Too low pressure can cause out of balance vibration.
1. 2. 3. 4.
Top disc Bowl hood Disc stack Large lock ring
3.2.3
Power transmission
The main parts of the power transmission between motor and bowl are illustrated in the figure. The friction coupling ensures a gentle start and acceleration and at the same time prevents overloading of the worm gear and motor. The worm gear has a ratio which increase the bowl speed several times compared with the motor speed. For correct ratio see chapter 8 Technical Reference on page 147. To reduce bearing wear and the transmission of bowl vibrations to the frame and foundation, the top bearing of the bowl spindle is mounted in a spring casing. The worm wheel runs in a lubricating oil bath. The bearings on the spindle and the worm wheel shaft are lubricated by the oil splash produced by the rotating worm wheel.
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1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.
Bowl spindle Top bearing and spring casing Worm wheel Worm Friction coupling Worm wheel shaft
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3 Separator Basics
3.1 Design
3.2.4
Brake
The separator is equipped with a hand operated brake to be used when stopping the separator. The use of the brake reduces the retardation time of the bowl and critical speeds will therefore be quickly passed. The brake lining acts on the outside of the coupling drum.
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Applying (1) and releasing (2) of brake
3.2.5
Inlet pump (option)
The separator can be equipped with a built-on pump of gear type. The pump will be attached to the horizontal driving spindle and located on the side of the separator. This pump is the feed inlet pump.
Gear pump
3.2.6
Paring disc
The paring disc serves as a stationary pump wheel mounted in a chamber in the rotating bowl neck. The paring disc dips radial into the rotating liquid ring and pares out the liquid. The paring disc is used as a discharge pump.
Paring disc
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3.1 Design
3 Separator Basics
3.2.7
Sensors and indicators
Revolution counter A revolution counter indicates the speed of the separator and is driven from the worm wheel shaft. The correct speed is needed to achieve the best separating results and for reasons of safety. The number of revolutions on the revolution counter for correct speed is shown in chapter 8 Technical Reference on page 147. Refer to name plate for speed particulars.
Revolution counter
Oil sight glass The sight glass shows the oil level in the worm gear housing.
Sight glass - oil level
Water outlet sightglass The water outlet has a sightglass with a lamp for illumination.
Cover interlocking switch (option) When required, the cover interlocking switch should be connected to the starter equipment so that starting of the motor is prevented when the separator collecting cover is not (completely) closed. The switch is described in 8.8.3 Cover interlocking switch (option) on page 181.
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3.3
3.3.1
Separating function
Bowl
The bowl body (10) and bowl hood (2) constituting the bowl casing are held together by the large lock ring (4). In the bowl are the distributor (5) and the disc stack (9) through which the process liquid (oil/water) is passed and where the separation takes place. Uppermost in the disc stack lies the top disc (3). In the separator the top disc neck forms a discharge chamber from which the processed, light liquid (oil) is discharged by a paring disc (7). The heavy liquid phase (water) leaves the bowl through the gravity disc (1), which is clamped to the bowl hood by the small lock ring (6).
Bowl parts: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. Gravity disc Bowl hood Top disc Large lock ring Distributor Small lock ring Paring disc Level ring Bowl disc stack Bowl body
3.3.2
Purifier bowl
Characteristic parts The illustration shows characteristic parts of the purifier bowl: 1. The gravity disc, which should be chosen according to directions in chapter 4.1.2 Selection of gravity disc on page 31. 2 The level ring having the smallest hole diameter .
A purifier bowl has two liquid outlets, see next illustration.
Purifier bowl
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3 Separator Basics
Process flow Unseparated oil (201) is fed into the bowl through the inlet pipe and is pumped via the distributor (1) towards the periphery of the bowl. When the oil reaches the holes in the distributor, it rises through the channels formed by the disc stack (2) where it is evenly distributed. The liquid phases are separated from each other by action of the centrifugal force. The heavy phase (water) and any solids move along the underside of the bowl discs towards the periphery of the bowl, where the solids settle on the bowl wall (3). The heavy phase flows along the upper side of the top disc towards the neck of the bowl hood and leaves the bowl via the gravity disc the outer way (221). The light phase (oil) flows along the upper side of the bowl discs towards the bowl centre and leaves the bowl via the level ring and is then pumped out of the bowl through outlet (220) by the paring disc.
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Flow in a purifier bowl 1. 2. 3. 201. 206. 220. 221. Distributor Disc stack Wall in bowl body Feed inlet Water inlet for liquid seal Outlet for light phase (oil) Outlet for heavy phase (water)
Liquid seal To prevent the oil from passing the outer edge (1) of the top disc and escaping the outer way with the water, a liquid seal (2) must be provided in the bowl. For this reason the bowl must be filled with water through water inlet (206) before the process liquid is supplied. The latter will then force the water towards the bowl periphery. An interface (3) will form between the water and the oil.
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Position of interface In a purifier bowl the position of the interface should be located between the disc stack edge and the outer edge of the top disc. The position of the interface is adjusted by altering the pressure balance of the liquid phases oil and water inside the separator. That is done by exchanging the gravity disc. For this purpose a number of gravity discs with various hole diameters is delivered with the machine. The gravity disc is located inside the bowl hood. A gravity disc with a larger hole will move the interface towards the bowl periphery, whereas a disc with a smaller hole will place it closer to the bowl centre. The gravity disc should be choosen according to directions in chapter 4.1.2 Selection of gravity disc on page 31.
Gravity disc
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Clarifier bowl
Characteristic parts The illustration shows characteristic parts of the clarifier bowl: 1. The gravity disc having the smallest hole diameter (d). 2. The level ring having the largest hole pitch diameter (). The clarifier bowl has one liquid outlet, see next illustration.
Clarifier bowl
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Process flow The process liquid (201) flows through the distributor (1) to the interspaces between the bowl discs in the disc stack (2). Through the action of the centrifugal force the heavy particles move along the underside of the discs towards the bowl periphery, where they settle on the bowl wall (3). The liquid proceeds towards the bowl centre and discharges through the bowl hood (220). The separation is influenced by changes in the viscosity (rise in separating temperature) or in the throughput.
Flow in a clarifier bowl 1. 2. 3. 201. 220. Distributor Disc stack Wall in bowl body Feed inlet Feed outlet
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3.4 Definitions
3.4
Definitions
Pressure in the separator outlet. Liquid/solids separation with the intention of separating particles, normally solids, from a liquid (oil) having a lower density than the particles. An optional disc, which replaces the gravity disc in the separator bowl, in the case of clarifier operation. The disc seals off the heavy phase (water) outlet in the bowl, thus no liquid seal exists. See Back pressure. Mass per volume unit. Expressed in kg/m3 at specified temperature, normally at 15 C. Disc in the bowl hood for positioning the interface between the disc stack and the outer edge of the top disc. This disc is only used in purifier mode. Boundary layer between the heavy phase (water) and the light phase (oil) in a separator bowl. Liquid/liquid/solids separation with the intention of separating two intermixed and mutually insoluble liquid phases of different densities. Solids having a higher density than the liquids can be removed at the same time. The lighter liquid phase (oil), which is the major part of the mixture, shall be purified as far as possible. Solids separated from a liquid. The feed of process liquid to the separator per time unit. Expressed in m3/or lit/h. Fluid resistance against movement. Normally expressed in centistoke (cSt = mm2/sec), at specified temperature. Water in the solids space of the separator bowl to prevent the light phase (oil) from leaving the bowl through the heavy phase (water) outlet, in purifier mode.
Back pressure Clarification Clarifier disc
Counter pressure Density Gravity disc Interface Purification
Sediment (sludge) Throughput Viscosity Water seal
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3.4 Definitions
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4 Operating Instructions
Contents
4.1 Operating routine
4.1.1 4.1.2 4.1.3 4.1.4 4.1.5 4.1.6 4.1.7 4.1.8 Before first start Selection of gravity disc Before normal start Starting and running-up procedure At full speed During operation Stopping procedure Safety stop 30 30 31 32 34 36 37 37 38 39 39 43
4.2 Cleaning the bowl

4.2.1 4.2.2 Removal of separated sludge Assembling the bowl
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4.1
Operating routine
These instructions is related only to the separator itself. If the separator is a part of a system or module follow also the instructions for the system.
4.1.1
Before first start
Technical demands for connections and logical limitations for the separator is described in the chapter 8 Technical Reference on page 147 in the documents: 1. Technical data 2. Basic size drawing 3. Connection list 4. Interface description 5. Foundation drawing. Before first start the following check points shall be checked: Ensure the machine is installed correctly and that feed-lines and drains have been flushed clean. Fill oil in the gear housing. Fill up to slightly above the middle of the sightglass. Use the correct grade of oil. The separator is delivered without oil in the worm gear housing. For grade and quality, see 8.7 Lubricants on page 161.
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Explanations of the separator connections are given in 8.3 Connection list, without pump on page 155 and in 8.5 Connection list, with pump on page 157
Sight glass - oil level
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4.1.2
Selection of gravity disc
The separator is delivered with a set of gravity discs.
Clarification When running the separator as a clarifier, select the gravity disc with the smallest hole diameter. See the Spare Parts Catalogue for correct hole diameter.
Purification When running the separator as a purifier, the diameter of the gravity disc sets the position of the oil-water interface in the separator. The separation efficiency can be optimized by selection of the correct diameter for each process. When selecting a gravity disc the general rule is to use the disc having the largest possible hole without causing a break of the water seal. The heavier or more viscous the light phase (oil) and the larger the liquid feed the smaller the diameter should be. When the heavy phase (water) is wanted more free from the light one (oil), the interface should be placed nearer the bowl centre, however not inside the outer edge of the discs (the gravity disc is too small), as this would prevent the liquid flow.
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As an aid, use the nomogram below to find the correct gravity disc. However, note that the nomogram is purely theoretical. In practical operation the general rule is the above mentioned.
Nomogram for MAB 206
Example: Oil density = 0,92 (ref. 1) Separating temperature = 75 C (ref. 2) The nomogram indicates that a gravity disc with a hole diameter of 98 mm should be tried (ref. 3).
4.1.3
Before normal start
Check following points before each start: 1. Ensure the bowl is clean and that the separator is properly assembled.
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2. Make sure that all inlet and outlet couplings and connections have been correctly made and are properly tightened to prevent leakage.
CAUTION
Burn hazards
Check for leakages (not admitted)
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Make sure that hose connections and flange couplings are properly assembled and tightened. Escaping hot liquid can cause burns.
3. Check that the bolts of the outlet cover and the hooks and screws for the frame hood are fully tightened. 4. Read the oil level. The middle of the sight glass indicates the minimum level. Refill if necessary up to slightly above the middle of the sightglass. For grade and quality, see 8.7 Lubricants on page 161.
NOTE
During running the oil level is normally barely visible in the lower part of the sight glass. Too much or to little oil can damage the separator bearings.
Check the oil level and refill if necessary
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5. Release the brake.
Release the brake
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6. Make sure the direction of rotation of the motor corresponds to the sign on the motor, see 8.9 Machine plates and safety labels on page 182.
DANGER
Disintegration hazards When power cables have been connected, always check direction of rotation. If incorrect, vital rotating parts could unscrew.
4.1.4
Starting and running-up procedure
1. After starting the separator, visually check to be sure that the motor and separator have started to rotate. 2. Check the direction of rotation. The revolution counter should run clockwise.
Check for correct direction of rotation
3. Be alert for unusual noises or conditions. Smoke and odour may occur at the start when friction pads are new.
Check for smell
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Check for vibration
DANGER
Disintegration hazards If excessive vibration occurs, stop the separator and keep bowl filled with liquid during rundown. The cause of the vibration must be identified and rectified before the separator is restarted. Excessive vibration may be due to incorrect assembly or insufficient cleaning of the bowl.
In the trouble-tracing chapter 7.1.5 Separator vibrates on page 140, a number of causes are described that can create vibration. Check, if possible, the current consumption of the motor starter to ensure that the separator has reached full speed. During start the current reaches a peak and then drops slowly. When the friction coupling engages, the current slowly increases again before decreasing to a low and stable level, which is the normal current during running. The time to reach full speed may not exceed the limit given in chapter 8.1 Technical data on page 148.
Current increases when the coupling engages...
.... to decrease to a stable value when full speed has been reached
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4. Check the separator for vibration. Some vibration can occur for short periods during the starting cycle when the separator passes through its critical speeds. This is normal and passes over without danger. Try to learn the vibration characteristics of the critical speed pattern.
4.1.5
At full speed
1. Circulate process liquid through heater until desired temperature is obtained.
Heat up the process liquid to separation temperature by circulation through a heater
2. For purification mode: a. Supply water (206) to form the liquid seal. Continue until water flows out through the water outlet (221). Note: The water should have the same temperature as the process liquid and be supplied quickly. b. When the oil has reached the desired temperature, start the oil feed slowly to avoid breaking the liquid seal.
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3. For clarification mode: a. Start the oil feed with full flow. Fill the bowl as quickly as possible. 4. For both purification and clarification mode: Check the separator inlet and outlet pressures. Adjust the oil outlet pressure to 1,5-2 bar. For permissible pressures, see section 8.1 Technical data on page 148. 5. Adjust to desired throughput.
In- and outlets of the separator
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4.1.6

During operation
Do regular checks on: oil inlet temperature (if applicable) water collecting tank level sound/vibration of the separator back pressure oil level in worm gear housing leakages motor current.
4.1.7
Stopping procedure
1. Turn off the oil feed. 2. Feed sealing water to empty the bowl from oil. Stop the feed when water flows out through the water outlet. 3. Stop the separator. 4. Pull the brake (1). Wait until the separator has come to a complete standstill (2-5 minutes). Release the brake (2). 5. Manual cleaning should be carried out before next start up. See 4.2.1 Removal of separated sludge on page 39.
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DANGER
Entrapment hazards Make sure that rotating parts have come to a complete standstill before starting any dismantling work. The revolution counter and the motor fan indicate if the separator is rotating or not.
Applying (1) and releasing (2) of brake
Never start the dismantling of the separator before it has come to a complete standstill
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4.1.8
Safety stop
The safety stop is always installed according to local safety regulations. It is often a button placed on the wall near the separator or on the control equipment. The following should happen automatically: The bowl is kept filled with liquid until standstill. The separator motor is switched off.
Safety stop
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Evacuate the room. The separator may be hazardous when passing resonance frequencies during the run-down.
CAUTION
Disintegration hazards After a safety stop the cause of the fault must be identified. If all parts have been checked and the cause remains unclear, contact Alfa Laval for advice.
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4.2
Cleaning the bowl
The separated sludge is accumulating on the inside surface of the separator bowl. How often the separator needs to be cleaned, depends on the amount of sediment entering the separator. High solids content or high throughput has the consequence that the cleaning need to be done more often. Intervals for a specific case must be based on experience. Information about sludge content in the feed can be achieved either by using a lab centrifuge or to run the separator for 2 - 3 hours and then stop and open the bowl to check the amount of sludge. Then prolong or shorten the time between stop and cleaning.
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Sludge accumulation
4.2.1
Removal of separated sludge
The dismantled parts must be handled carefully. Do not place parts directly on the floor, but on a clean rubber mat, fibreboard or a suitable pallet. Remove the sludge collected on the inside of the bowl as follows:
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1. Stop the separator.
DANGER
Entrapment hazards Make sure that rotating parts have come to a complete standstill before starting any dismantling work. The revolution counter and the motor fan indicate if the separator is rotating or not. To avoid accidental start, switch off and lock power supply before starting any dismantling work.
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Check that the separator has stopped completely
If starting to dismantle the separator before complete standstill the oil paring disc and the top of the bowl will probably be damaged. 2. Slacken the knob (1). Left-hand thread! 3. Loosen the clamp bolts (2) and open the collecting cover (3).
Lock the power supply
4. Lock the bowl from rotating with the two lock screws.
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5. Unscrew the large lock ring. Left-hand thread!
6. Lift up the bowl hood, disc stack and distributor by using the lifting device.
7. Lift out the sludge basket using the special lifting tool.
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8. Remove deposits and clean all parts thoroughly in a suitable cleaning agent. See chapter 5.5 Cleaning on page 80.
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When removing sludge, preferably use the sludge knife and sludge scoop included in the tool kit.
Alternative cleaning method of the disc stack When the sediment is not sticky, the disc stack can be cleaned by hurling. 1. Clean the other bowl parts. 2. Assemble the bowl, close and lock the collecting cover as described in 4.2.2 Assembling the bowl on page 43. 3. Run up to full speed without liquid feed. 4. After hurling either continue separation or stop and open the bowl and remove the sediment. If the sediment adheres firmly, dissolve it by submerging the distributor and the disc stack in a suitable detergent. If hurling has no effect, clean the discs one by one as described in 5.5.3 Cleaning of bowl discs on page 83.
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4.2.2
Assembling the bowl
Each bowl constitutes a balanced unit. Exchange of any major part necessitates rebalancing of the bowl. To prevent mixing of parts, e.g. in an installation comprising of several machines of the same type, the major bowl parts carry the machine manufacturing number or its last three digits.
NOTE
Be sure bowl parts are not interchanged. Out of balance vibration will reduce ball bearing life.
The arrows indicate positions of guides on the bowl parts Lubrication needed
Balanced parts. Exchange necessitates rebalancing of bowl.
Purifier bowl 1. Gravity disc with hole diameter according to the nomogram, see 4.1.2 Selection of gravity disc on page 31 Level ring with smallest hole pitch diameter
2.
Clarifier bowl 1. 2. Gravity disc with smallest hole diameter Level ring with largest hole pitch diameter
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1. Fit the cleaned sludge basket.
2. During the assembly, bring the bowl parts into positions defined by the guides.
3. If the discs have been removed from the distributor, assemble them one by one onto the distributor. The distributor has one guide rib for the correct positioning of the discs.
CAUTION
Cut hazard Sharp edges on the separator discs may cause cuts.
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4. Place the top disc and bowl hood upon the disc stack. 5. Lubricate the O-ring in bowl hood with silicone grease. 6. Lower the parts down into the bowl body using the lifting device. Make sure that the guides for bowl hood and bowl body are in correct position.
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Also check that the distributor and bowl body are bring in position defined by guides.
Check point
5.3.5 Lock ring; wear and damage on page 65. 7. Lubricate the lock ring threads, contact and guide surfaces with lubricating paste. 8. Tighten the lock ring. Left-hand thread!
9. Tighten until the assembly marks are at least in line.
Check point
5.3.4 Disc stack pressure on page 64.
NOTE
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The assembly marks must never pass each other more than 25 which corresponds to A=60 mm.
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10. Slacken the two lock screws.
NOTE
The two lock screws must be fully released to prevent risk for damage to bowl body.
11. Lower the collecting cover (1) and tighten it with the clamp bolts (2). 12. Press down the inlet pipe by the knob (3) and turn it until pipe thread engages with paring disc thread. Left-hand thread! Then let up the knob and tighten it firmly.
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5 Service Instructions
Contents
5.1 Periodic maintenance
5.1.1 5.1.2 5.1.3 5.1.4 Introduction Maintenance intervals Maintenance procedure Service kits 48 48 48 50 51 52 52 53 54 56 58 5.4.7 5.4.8 5.4.9 Radial wobble of bowl spindle Inlet pipe and oil paring disc Inlet device 71 72 72 73 74 75 77 78 79 79 80 80 81 83 84 84 85 85 86 89 90
5.4.10 Height position of oil paring disc 5.4.11 Flexible plate in coupling 5.4.12 Coupling friction pads 5.4.13 Brake 5.4.14 Buffer springs and ball bearing housing 5.4.15 Worm wheel and worm; wear of teeth 5.4.16 Cover interlocking switch (option)
5.2 Maintenance logs

5.2.1 5.2.2 5.2.3 5.2.4 5.2.5 Daily checks Oil change Intermediate Service (IS) Major Service (MS) 3-year Service (3S)
5.5 Cleaning 5.3 Check points at Intermediate Service (IS)

5.3.1 5.3.2 5.3.3 5.3.4 5.3.5 5.3.6 5.3.7 5.3.8 5.3.9 Corrosion Erosion Cracks Disc stack pressure Lock ring; wear and damage Inlet pipe and oil paring disc Inlet device Worm wheel and worm; wear of teeth Cover interlocking switch (option) 60 60 62 63 64 65 66 66 67 69 5.5.1 5.5.2 5.5.3 External cleaning Cleaning agents Cleaning of bowl discs
5.6 When changing oil

5.6.1 Oil change procedure
5.7 Common maintenance directions

5.7.1 5.7.2 5.7.3 Vibration Ball and roller bearings Shutdowns
5.4 Check points at Major Service (MS)

5.4.1 5.4.2 5.4.3 5.4.4 5.4.5 5.4.6 Corrosion Erosion Cracks Disc stack pressure Lock ring; wear and damage Bowl spindle cone and bowl body nave
5.8 Lifting instructions

70 70 70 70 70 70 71
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5.1
5.1.1
Periodic maintenance
Introduction
Periodic (preventive) maintenance reduces the risk of unexpected stoppages and breakdowns. Maintenance schedules are shown on the following pages in order to facilitate periodic maintenance.
DANGER
Disintegration hazards
Periodic maintenance prevent stoppages
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Separator parts that are either worn beyond their safe limits or incorrectly assembled may cause severe damage or fatal injury.
5.1.2
Maintenance intervals
The following directions for periodic maintenance give a brief description of which components to be cleaned, checked and renewed at different maintenance intervals. The maintenance logs for each maintenance interval later in this chapter give detailed enumeration of the check points that must be done. Daily checks consist of minor check points to carry out for detecting abnormal operating conditions.
Oil change The oil change interval is every 1500 hours or at least once every year if the total number of operating hours is less than 1500 hours. When using a group D oil, time of operation between oil changes can be extended from the normal 1500 hours to 2000 hours.
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Intermediate Service (IS) Intermediate Service consists of an overhaul of the separator bowl, inlet/outlet and operating device every 3 months or 2000 operating hours. Seals in bowl and gaskets in inlet/outlet device are renewed.
Major Service (MS) Major Service consists of an overhaul of the complete separator and includes an Intermediate Service every 12 months or 8000 operating hours. Seals and bearings in the bottom part are renewed.
3-year Service (3S) 3-year Service consists of an overhaul of the complete separator. The service should be coordinated with a Major Service. Compared with the Major Service additional spare parts with longer life time have to be renewed.
Periodic maintenance schedule

Oil change Intermediate Service = IS Major Service = MS 3-year Service = 3S MS IS IS IS IS IS IS IS MS IS IS IS IS 3S MS IS
Installation
1st year
2nd year
3rd year
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5.1.3
Maintenance procedure
At each Intermediate and Major Service, take a copy of the maintenance log and use it for notations during the service. An Intermediate and Major Service should be carried out in the following manner: 1. Dismantle the parts as mentioned in the maintenance log and described in 6 Dismantling/Assembly on page 91. Place the separator parts on clean, soft surfaces such as pallets. 2. Inspect and clean the dismantled separator parts according to the maintenance log. 3. Renew the spare parts which are recommended in chapter 6 Dismantling/ Assembly on page 91. 4. Carry out the referred check points mentioned in the assembly instructions.
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5.1.4
Service kits
Special service kits are available for Intermediate Service (IS), Major Service (MS) and 3-year Service (3S). For other services the spare parts have to be ordered separately. Note that the parts for IS are not included in the MS kit and parts for IS & MS are not included in the 3S kit. The contents of the service kits are described in the Spare Parts Catalogue.
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Kits are available for Intermediate Service, Major Service and 3-year Service
NOTE
Always use Alfa Laval genuine parts as otherwise the warranty will become invalid. Alfa Laval takes no responsibility for the safe operation of the equipment if non-genuine spare parts are used.
DANGER
Disintegration hazards Use of imitation parts may cause severe damage.
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5.2
Maintenance logs
Keep a log of inspection and maintenance performed. Parts repeatedly replaced should be given special consideration. The cause of repeated failures should be determined and corrected. Discuss your problems with an Alfa Laval representative and, when necessary, request a visit by an Alfa Laval service engineer. Rate of corrosion and erosion and notification of cracks should also be a part of this log. Note the extent of damage and date the log entries so that the rate of deterioration can be observed.
5.2.1
Daily checks
The following steps should be carried out daily. Main component and activity Inlet and outlet Check for leakage Collecting cover and connecting housing Part Page Notes
Separator bowl Check for vibration and noise Worm wheel shaft and gear casing Check for vibration and noise Check Electrical motor Check for heat, vibration and noise
1)
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Oil level in gear housing
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1)
See manufacturers instruction
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5.2.2
Oil change
The oil change and check of worm gear should be carried out every 15001) hours of operation. When the separator is running for short periods, the lubricating oil must be changed every 12 months even if the total number of operating hours is less than 1500 hours (2000 h). Note: In a new installation, or after replacement of gear, change the oil after 200 operating hours and clean the gear housing. Main component and activity Worm wheel shaft and gear housing Check Renew
1)
Part
Page
Notes
Worm wheel and worm Oil2) in gear housing
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When using a group D oil, time of operation between oil changes can be extended from the normal 1500 hours to 2000 hours. See chapter 8.7 Lubricants on page 161 for further information.
2)
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5.2.3
Intermediate Service (IS)
Name of plant: Separator: Total running hours: Date: Main component and activity Inlet and outlet Clean and inspect Part MAB 206S-24
Local identification: Manufacture No./Year: Product No: Signature: Page Notes 881240-22-12
Threads of inlet pipe Connecting housing Inlet device
66 66 -
Renew Separator bowl Clean and check
Seal rings
Lock ring Bowl hood Top disc Oil paring disc Gravity disc Bowl discs Distributor Bowl body
65 66 83 60 62 63 64 -
Check
Corrosion Erosion Cracks Disc stack pressure
Renew
O-rings and sealings
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Main component and activity Worm wheel shaft and gear housing Clean and check Renew Electrical motor Lubrication (if nipples are fitted) Signs and labels on separator Check attachment and readability, replace if needed
Part
Page
Notes
Worm wheel and worm Oil in gear housing
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See sign on motor
Safety label on collecting cover Direction of rotation arrow Power supply frequency
182
182 182
Note: Renew all parts included in the Intermediate

Service kit (IS).
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5.2.4
Major Service (MS)
Name of plant: Separator: Total running hours: Date: Main component and activity Inlet and outlet Clean and inspect Part MAB 206S-24
Local identification: Manufacture No./Year: Product No: Signature: Page Notes 881240-22-12
Threads of inlet pipe Connecting housing Inlet device
66 66 -
Renew Separator bowl Clean and check
Seal rings
Lock ring Bowl hood Top disc Oil paring disc Gravity disc Bowl discs Distributor Bowl body
65 66 83 60 62 63 64 73 -
Check
Corrosion Erosion Cracks Disc stack pressure Height position of paring disc
Renew
O-rings and sealings
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Main component and activity Vertical driving device Clean and check Check
Part
Page
Notes
Bowl spindle Buffers Ball bearing housing indentations Radial wobble of bowl spindle
71 78 78
71 78
Renew
Ball bearings and top bearing springs
Worm wheel shaft and gear housing Clean and check Check Renew Worm wheel and worm Axial play of coupling disc Bearings and O-rings Oil in gear housing Brake Clean and check Renew Friction coupling Clean and check Renew Friction coupling Friction pads Lipseal ring Electrical motor Lubrication (if nipples are fitted) Signs and labels on separator Check attachment and readability, replace if needed Safety label on collecting cover Direction of rotation arrow Power supply frequency 182 See sign on motor 75 75 118 Spring and brake shoe Friction pad 77 67 74 118 53
182 182
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Main component and activity Pump (option) Clean and check
Part
Page
Notes
Bushings, wear gaskets, flexible coupling, relief/safety valve and impeller shaft Lipseal rings
132
Renew Monitoring equipment (option) Function check
132
Cover interlocking switch
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Note: Renew all parts included in the Intermediate

Service kit (IS) and Major Service kit (MS).
5.2.5
3-year Service (3S)
The 3-year service should be carried out in conjunction with a Major Service (MS). The extent of the 3-year service is the same as for a major service plus renewing of parts included in the 3year Service kit (3S).
NOTE
Renew all parts included in the Intermediate Service kit (IS), Major Service kit (MS) and 3year Service kit (3S). The 3S kit consists among other parts of vibration dampers for renewal of frame feet. How to renew the frame feet is described below.
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Frame feet, renewal 1. Disconnect pipes, hoses and cables connected to the separator. 2. Remove the nuts (3, 4). 3. Lift the separator.
NOTE
When lifting a separator it must always hang securely. See separate instruction in chapter 5.8 Lifting instructions on page 90. 4. Renew the vibration dampers (1, 2). 5. Lower the frame. Check that the bolts do not press against the edges of the holes. 6. Tighten the nut (3) to 20 Nm. 7. Hold the nut (3) firmly and secure with the lock nut (4). 8. Connect the previously disconnected pipes, hoses and cables.
1. 2. 3. 4. Vibration damper, upper Vibration damper, lower Nut Lock nut
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5.3 Check points at Intermediate Service (IS)
5.3
Check points at Intermediate Service (IS)

Corrosion
5.3.1
Evidence of corrosion attacks should be looked for and rectified each time the separator is dismantled. Main bowl parts such as the bowl body, bowl hood and lock ring must be inspected with particular care for corrosion damage.
DANGER
Disintegration hazard Inspect regularly for corrosion damage. Inspect frequently if the process liquid is corrosive.
Always contact your Alfa Laval representative if you suspect that the largest depth of the corrosion damage exceeds 1,0 mm or if cracks have been found. Do not continue to use the separator until it has been inspected and given clearance for operation by Alfa Laval. Cracks or damage forming a line should be considered as being particularly hazardous.
Main bowl parts to check for corrosion
Non-stainless steel and cast iron parts Corrosion (rusting) can occur on unprotected surfaces of non-stainless steel and cast iron. Frame parts can corrode when exposed to an aggressive environment.
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Stainless steel Stainless steel parts corrode when in contact with either chlorides or acidic solutions. Acidic solutions causes a general corrosion. The chloride corrosion is characterised by local damage such as pitting, grooves or cracks. The risk of chloride corrosion is higher if the surface is: Exposed to a stationary solution. In a crevice. Covered by deposits. Exposed to a solution that has a low pH value.
Example of chloride corrosion in stainless steel
Corrosion damage caused by chlorides on stainless steel begins as small dark spots that can be difficult to detect. Inspect closely for all types of damage by corrosion and record these observations carefully. Polish dark-coloured spots and other corrosion marks with a fine grain emery cloth. This may prevent further damage.
Polish corrosion spots
DANGER
Disintegration hazard Pits and spots forming a line may indicate cracks beneath the surface. All forms of cracks are a potential danger and are totally unacceptable. Replace the part if corrosion can be suspected of affecting its strength or function.
Other metal parts Separator parts made of materials other than steel, such as brass or other copper alloys, can also be damaged by corrosion when exposed to an aggressive environment. Possible corrosion damage can be in the form of pits and/or cracks.
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5.3.2
Erosion
Erosion can occur when particles suspended in the process liquid slide along or strike against a surface. Erosion can become intensified locally by flows of higher velocity.
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DANGER
Disintegration hazard Inspect regularly for erosion damage. Inspect frequently if the process liquid is erosive.
Maximum depth of damage
Always contact your Alfa Laval representative if the largest depth of any erosion damage exceeds 1,0 mm. Valuable information as to the nature of the damage can be recorded using photographs, plaster impressions or hammered-in lead. Erosion is characterised by: Burnished traces in the material. Dents and pits having a granular and shiny surface.
Surfaces particularly subjected to erosion are: 1. The underside of the distributor in the vicinity of the distribution holes and wings. 2. The internal surface of the bowl body that faces the conical part of the distributor. Look carefully for any signs of erosion damage. Erosion damage can deepen rapidly and consequently weaken parts by reducing the thickness of the metal.
DANGER
Disintegration hazard Erosion damage can weaken parts by reducing the thickness of the metal. Replace the part if erosion can be suspected of affecting its strength or function.
Erosion check points
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5.3.3
Cracks
Cracks can initiate on the machine after a period of operation and propagate with time. Cracks often initiate in an area exposed to high cyclic material stresses. These are called fatigue cracks. Cracks can also initiate due to corrosion in an aggressive environment. Although very unlikely, cracks may also occur due to the low temperature embrittlement of certain materials.
The combination of an aggressive environment and cyclic stresses will speed-up the formation of cracks. Keeping the machine and its parts clean and free from deposits will help to prevent corrosion attacks.
DANGER
Disintegration hazard All forms of cracks are potentially dangerous as they reduce the strength and functional ability of components. Always replace a part if cracks are present.
It is particularly important to inspect for cracks in rotating parts. Always contact your Alfa Laval representative if you suspect that the largest depth of the damage exceeds 1,0 mm. Do not continue to use the separator until it has been inspected and cleared for operation by Alfa Laval.
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5.3.4
Disc stack pressure
The lock ring (1) should press the bowl hood (2) firmly against the bowl body (3). The hood in turn should exert a pressure on the disc stack (4), clamping it in place.
NOTE
Ensure that the disc stack pressure is sufficient to maintain bowl balance. Insufficient pressure in disc stack can cause out of balance vibration and reduced lifetime of ball bearings.
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Disc stack pressure check
Compress the disc stack by tightening the lock ring, see chapter 6.2.4 Assembly on page 100. Correct pressure is obtained when it is possible to tighten the lock ring so far by hand that the -mark on the lock ring is positioned 60 - 90 before the mark on the bowl body. To achieve this, add an appropriate number of discs to the top of the disc stack beneath the top disc. Then advance the lock ring by giving the spanner handle some blows till the -marks are passed and the bowl is fully assembled.
Add discs to achieve correct disc stack pressure
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5.3.5
Lock ring; wear and damage
Excessive wear or impact marks on threads, guide and contact surfaces of the lock ring, bowl hood and bowl body may cause hazardous galling. Check the thread condition by tightening the lock ring after removing the disc stack and bowl hood O-ring from the bowl.
DANGER
Disintegration hazards Wear on large lock ring thread must not exceed safety limit. The -mark on lock ring must not pass opposite -mark by more than the specified distance.
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Wear of lock ring
In a new bowl the alignment marks on the lock ring and the bowl body are exactly opposite each other. If thread wear is observed, mark the bowl body at the new position of the alignment mark on the lock ring by punching in a new alignment mark. Contact Your Alfa Laval representative
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If the original mark on the lock ring passes the corresponding mark on the bowl body by more than 25 (which corresponds to A= 60 mm). If the alignment marks become illegible. The thread wear need to be inspected and the new position of alignment marks determined.
The -mark on the lock ring must not pass the -mark on the bowl body by more than 25
Damage Clean the threads, contact and guide surfaces with a suitable degreasing agent. Check for burrs and protrusions caused by impact. Watch your fingers for sharp edges. If damage is established, rectify using a whetstone or fine emery cloth (recommended grain size 240). If the damage is considerable, use a fine singlecut file, followed by a whetstone.
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5.3.6
Inlet pipe and oil paring disc
1. Check treads of inlet pipe (1) and of oil paring disc (2) for damage and wear. Check the seal rings.
Location of inlet pipe (1) and oil paring disc (2)
5.3.7
Inlet device
1. Check the flow indicator (2) if clogged. Clean the sight glass (1). Check the reducing valve cone (3) for scratches and play.
1. 2. 3.
Sight glass Flow indicator Reducing valve
2. Check the non-return valve cone (1) for scratches and play.
Valve cone (1) in the non-return valve
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5.3.8
Worm wheel and worm; wear of teeth
Check the teeth of worm wheel and worm for wear. To allow inspection when further dismantling is not intended, remove the bearing shield or pump (if fitted) to uncover the worm gear. Note: If the separator is equipped with a built-on pump, see 6.3 Vertical driving device (MS) on page 106 how to remove and fit the pump.
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Remove the bearing shield or pump (if fitted) for check of worm gear
Examine the contact surfaces of the gear and compare with Tooth appearance examples in the end of this section. The gear may operate satisfactorily even when worn to some degree.
NOTE
Replace both worm wheel and worm at the same time, even if only one of them is worn.
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1. Worm wheel 2. Worm (part of bowl spindle)
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When replacing the gear, always make sure that the new worm wheel and worm have the same number of teeth as the old ones. See chapter 8.1 Technical data on page 148 for correct number of teeth.
DANGER
Disintegration hazards Check that gear ratio is correct for power frequency used. If incorrect, subsequent overspeed may result in a serious breakdown.
Check the gear ratio (number of teeth) when replacing the gear
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NOTE
Presence of metal chips in the oil bath is an indication that the gear is wearing abnormally.
When using mineral-type oil in the worm gear housing, the presence of black deposits on the spindle parts is an indication that the oil base has deteriorated seriously or that some of the oil additives have precipitated. If pits are found on the worm gear, the cause could be that the additives are not suitable for this purpose. In all these cases it is imperative to change to a high-temperature oil. See chapter 8.7 Lubricants on page 161.
Tooth appearance examples Satisfactory teeth: Uniform wear of contact surfaces. Surfaces are smooth. Good contact surfaces will form on the teeth when the gear is subjected to only moderate load during its running-in period.
Satisfactory teeth
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Worn teeth: Permissible wear is as a rule 1/3 of the thickness of the upper part of a tooth, provided that
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the wear is uniform over the whole of the flank of a tooth and all teeth are worn in the same way.
Worn teeth
Spalling: Small bits of the teeth have broken off, so-called spalling. This is generally due to excessive load or improper lubrication. Damage of this type need not necessitate immediate replacement, but careful checking at short intervals is imperative.
Spalling
Pitting: Small cavities in the teeth, so-called pitting, can occur through excessive load or improper lubrication. Damage of this type need not necessitate immediate replacement, but careful check at short intervals is imperative.
Pitting
5.3.9
Cover interlocking switch (option)
When the button is pushed, check that the connections 13 and 14 inside the switch are short -circuited. A principal diagram of the connections is shown in chapter 8.8.3 Cover interlocking switch (option) on page 181.
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5.4
Check points at Major Service (MS)

Corrosion
5.4.1
Same as described in 5.3.1 Corrosion on page 60.
5.4.2
Erosion
Same as described in 5.3.2 Erosion on page 62.
5.4.3
Cracks
Same as described in 5.3.3 Cracks on page 63.
5.4.4
Disc stack pressure
Same as described in 5.3.4 Disc stack pressure on page 64.
5.4.5
Lock ring; wear and damage
Same as described in 5.3.5 Lock ring; wear and damage on page 65.
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5.4.6
Bowl spindle cone and bowl body nave
Impact marks on the spindle cone or in the bowl body nave may cause poor fit and out-of-balance vibrations. The bowl spindle and the nave should also be checked if the bowl spindle has been dismantled or if the bowl runs roughly.
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Corrosion may cause the bowl to stick firmly to the spindle cone and cause difficulties during the next dismantling. Remove any impact marks with a scraper and/or whetstone.
Remove impact marks from the nave and cone
Rust can be removed by using a fine-grain emery cloth (e.g. No 320). Finish with polishing paper (e.g. No 600).
NOTE
Always use a scraper with great care. The cone shape must not be deformed.
5.4.7
Radial wobble of bowl spindle
The bowl spindle wobble should be checked if the bowl spindle has been dismantled or if rough bowl running (vibration) occurs.
NOTE
Spindle wobble will cause rough bowl run. This leads to vibration and reduces lifetime of ball bearings.
Check the wobble before mounting the bowl. Before measuring, make sure that the buffer plugs are properly tightened.
Measurement of radial wobble
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Fit a dial indicator in a support and fasten it to the frame. Remove the brake cover to get access to the coupling drum. Use the coupling drum to revolve the spindle manually. Measure the wobble at the top of the tapered end of the spindle. Permissible radial wobble is maximum 0,04 mm. If wobble is too large, renew all the ball bearings on the spindle.
Rotate the spindle by hand
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Measure wobble after assembly. If it is still excessive, the spindle is probably damaged and must be replaced, contact your Alfa Laval representative.
5.4.8
Inlet pipe and oil paring disc
Same as described in 5.3.6 Inlet pipe and oil paring disc on page 66.
5.4.9
Inlet device
Same as described in 5.3.7 Inlet device on page 66.
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5.4.10 Height position of oil paring disc

Incorrect height position may cause the oil paring disc to scrape against the paring chamber. Check up after replacing or mounting parts that may affect the height position. 1. Assemble the bowl, leaving out the small lock ring and the gravity disc. 2. Tighten the large lock ring until the bowl hood is in close contact with the bowl body. 3. Remove the connection housing. Lower the hood and clamp it with the hinged bolts.
Use a slide calliper and steel ruler for measuring
4. Measure distance A according to figure. The distance shall be 68,0 0,5 mm. The distance is adjusted by adding or removing height adjusting rings (2). After height adjustment the worm wheel should be revolved by hand. If the shaft turns heavily or a scraping noise is noticed, the height adjustment is wrong and needs rechecking.
Measurement of the height position of paring disc (1)
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5.4.11 Flexible plate in coupling

The axial play (1) of the flexible plate should be approximately 2 mm.
Location of the axial play (1) in the flexible coupling
Check the play as follows: Fit the elastic plate in its place in the coupling disc of the separator. Make sure that good contact is obtained.
The elastic plate must be fitted
Measure the distance from the frame ring (or motor adapter) to the coupling disc of the separator.
Measure of distance for coupling in separator frame
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Measure the distance from the motor coupling disc to the motor flange. X mm - Y mm = 2 mm. If required, adjust the position of the motor coupling disc.
Measure of distance for coupling on motor
5.4.12 Coupling friction pads

Worn or oily pads in the coupling will cause a long acceleration period. If the separator does not attain full speed within about 2 minutes or the bowl lose speed during operation, the friction pads of the coupling may be worn or oily. Check the pads. If the pads are oily: Clean the pads and the inside of the coupling drum with a suitable degreasing agent. Roughen the friction surfaces of the pads with a coarse file.
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Location of coupling friction blocks
If the pads are worn, they have to be renewed: Remove the electric motor (1) elastic plate (2) friction blocks (3). If disconnecting the motor cables, note the positions of cables in the terminal box to reconnect correctly (for correct direction of rotation).
1. 2. 3. Electric motor Elastic plate Friction block
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Remove the screws and renew the pads.
NOTE
The screws are slotted in both ends. Replace all pads even if only one is worn.
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DANGER
Disintegration hazards When power cables have been connected, always check direction of rotation. If incorrect, vital rotating parts could unscrew causing disintegration of the machine.
Three screws fix the friction pad to the friction block
Various types of friction blocks If mounting new friction blocks, check that the blocks are correct for the power supply frequency and if the separator is supplied with a built-on pump or not. With pump Measure (mm) 50 Hz 60 Hz A 17 9 With no pump 50 Hz 9 60 Hz 6
Measure A is different for 50 and 60 Hz installations and if a built-on feed pump is fitted or not
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5.4.13 Brake
A worn or oily friction pad will lengthen the braking period. If the friction pad is worn: Remove the screws and exchange the friction pad.
NOTE
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The screws are slotted in both ends.
Friction pad is fastened with screws
If the friction pad is oily: Clean the friction pad and the coupling drum with a suitable degreasing agent. Roughen the friction surface of the friction pad with a coarse file.
NOTE
Identify the cause of oily friction pad. If oil is leaking from the gear housing, renew the sealing ring between the two parts.
Measurements when the friction pad is oily
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Checking of spring and brake shoe: Formation of rust on brake parts may cause the brake to jam. Remove any rust from the surface (1) of the brake shoe and the corresponding guide surface in the cap (2). Rub in Molykote Paste on the surfaces. Replace the spring (3) if it has been weak. This is indicated by chattering from the spring when the brake is in released position. Oil the spring when assembling.
1. 2. 3. Contact surface on the brake shoe for the spring Guide surface in the cap for the brake shoe Spring
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5.4.14 Buffer springs and ball bearing housing

Weakened or broken buffer springs or defective contact surfaces for the buffers on the ball bearing housing may give rise to separator vibration (rough bowl run).
Top bearing springs In case of spring fracture, the complete set of springs should be replaced, even if only one spring is broken.
1. 2. 3. 4.
Ball bearing housing Radial buffer Buffer spring Screw plug
Ball bearing housing Examine the contact surface for the buffers on the ball bearing housing. In case of defects (indentations deeper than 0,5 mm), renew the housing as well as buffers and springs.
Max. permitted indentations made by radial buffers
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5.4.15 Worm wheel and worm; wear of teeth

Same as described in 5.3.8 Worm wheel and worm; wear of teeth on page 67.
5.4.16 Cover interlocking switch (option)

Same as described in 5.3.9 Cover interlocking switch (option) on page 69.
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5.5 Cleaning
5.5
5.5.1
Cleaning
External cleaning
The external cleaning of the frame and motor should be restricted to brushing, sponging or wiping while the motor is running or is still hot.
Use a sponge or cloth and a brush when cleaning
Never wash down a separator with a direct water stream. Totally enclosed motors can be damaged by direct hosing to the same extent as open motors and even more than those, because: Some operators believe that these motors are sealed, and normally they are not. A water jet played on these motors will produce an internal vacuum, which will suck the water between the metal-to-metal contact surfaces into the windings, and this water cannot escape. Water directed on a hot motor may cause condensation resulting in short-circuiting and internal corrosion.
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Never wash down a separator with a direct water stream or playing a water jet on the motor
Be careful even when the motor is equipped with a protecting hood. Never play a water jet on the ventilation grill of the hood.
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5.5 Cleaning
5.5.2
Cleaning agents
When using chemical cleaning agents, make sure you follow the general rules and suppliers recommendations regarding ventilation, protection of personnel, etc.
For separator bowl, inlet and outlet A chemical cleaning agent must dissolve the deposits quickly without attacking the material of the separator parts. For cleaning of lube oil separators the most important function of the cleaning agent is to be a good solvent for the gypsum in the sludge. It should also act as a dispersant and emulsifier for oil. It is recommended to use Alfa Laval cleaning liquid for lube oil separators which has the above mentioned qualities. Note that carbon steel parts can be damaged by the cleaning agent if submerged for a long time. Fuel oil sludge mainly consists of complex organic substances such as asphaltenes. The most important property of a cleaning liquid for the removal of fuel oil sludge is the ability to dissolve these asphaltenes. Alfa Laval cleaning liquid of fuel oil separators has been developed for this purpose. The liquid is water soluble, nonflammable and does not cause corrosion of brass and steel. It is also gentle to rubber and nylon gaskets in the separator bowl. Before use, dilute the liquid with water to a concentration of 3-5%. Recommended cleaning temperature is 50-70 C.
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CAUTION
Skin irritation hazard Read the instructions on the label of the plastic container before using the cleaning liquid. Always wear safety goggles, gloves and protective clothing as the liquid is alkaline and dangerous to skin and eyes.
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For parts of the driving devices Use white spirit, cleaning-grade kerosene or diesel oil.
Oiling (protect surfaces against corrosion) Protect cleaned carbon steel parts against corrosion by oiling. Separator parts that are not assembled after cleaning must be wiped and coated with a thin layer of clean oil and protected from dust and dirt.
Oil parts to protect from corrosion
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5.5.3
Cleaning of bowl discs
Bowl discs Handle the bowl discs carefully so as to avoid damage to the surfaces during cleaning.
NOTE
Mechanical cleaning is likely to scratch the disc surfaces causing deposits to form quicker and adhere more firmly. A gentle chemical cleaning is therefore preferable to mechanical cleaning.
2. Let the discs remain in the cleaning agent until the deposits have been dissolved. This will normally take between two and four hours. 3. Finally clean the discs with a soft brush.
Put the discs one by one into the cleaning agent
Clean the discs with a soft brush
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1. Remove the bowl discs from the distributor and lay them down, one by one, in the cleaning agent.
5.6 When changing oil
5.6
When changing oil
Check at each oil change Check the teeth of both the worm wheel and worm for wear. Compare with the illustrations in 5.3.8 Worm wheel and worm; wear of teeth on page 67.
5.6.1 NOTE
Oil change procedure

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Before adding or renewing lubricating oil in the worm gear housing, the information concerning different oil groups, handling of oils, oil change intervals etc. given in chapter 8.7 Lubricants on page 161 must be well known.
1. 2. 3.
Oil filling plug Sight glass Oil drain plug
1. Place a collecting tray under the drain hole, remove the drain plug and drain off the oil.
CAUTION
Burn hazards Lubricating oil and various machine surfaces can be sufficiently hot to cause burns.
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2. Fill new oil in the worm gear housing. The oil level should be slightly above the middle of the sight glass. Oil volume: Approx. 4 litres For oil brands, see 8.7.2 Recommended lubricating oils on page 164.
NOTE
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During operation the oil level is normally just visible in the lower part of the sight glass. Too much or too little oil can damage the separator bearings.
Fill new oil in the worm gear housing
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5.7
Common maintenance directions

Vibration
5.7.1
Vibration or noise often indicates that something is incorrect. Use vibration analysis instrument to periodically check and record the level of vibration. The level of vibration should not exceed maximum for separator in use. Stop the separator and identify the cause.
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Vibration
NOTE
The level of vibration should not exceed 9 mm/sec at full speed.
DANGER
Disintegration hazards If excessive vibration occurs, stop separator and keep bowl filled with liquid during rundown. The cause of the vibration must be identified and corrected before the separator is restarted. Excessive vibration can be due to incorrect assembly or poor cleaning of the bowl.
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5.7.2
Ball and roller bearings
Special-design bearings for the bowl spindle The bearings used for the bowl spindle are special to withstand the speed, vibration, temperature and load characteristics of highspeed separators. Only Alfa Laval genuine spare parts should be used. A bearing that in appearance looks equivalent to the correct may be considerably different in various respects: inside clearances, design and tolerances of the cage and races as well as material and heat treatment.
1. Outer race 2. Ball/roller 3. Inner race 4. Cage
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NOTE
Using an incorrect bearing can cause a serious breakdown with damage to equipment as a result. Do not re-fit a used bearing. Always replace it with a new one.
Dismantling For bearings where no driving-off sleeve is included in the tool kit, remove the bearing from its seat by using a puller. If possible, let the puller engage the inner ring, then remove the bearing with a steady force until the bearing bore completely clears the entire length of the cylindrical seat. The puller should be accurately centered during dismantling; otherwise, it is easy to damage the seating.
For bearings where no driving-off sleeve is included in the tool kit, use a puller when removing bearings
NOTE
Do not hit with a hammer directly on the bearing.
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Cleaning and inspection Check shaft (spindle) end and/or bearing seat in the housing for damage indicating that the bearing has rotated on the shaft (spindle) and/or in the housing respectively. Replace the damaged part(s), if the faults cannot be remedied by polishing or in some other way.
Assembly Leave new bearings in original wrapping until ready to fit. The anti-rust agent protecting a new bearing should not be removed before use. Use the greatest cleanliness when handling the bearings. To facilitate assembly and also reduce the risk of damage, first clean and then lightly smear the bearing seating on shaft (spindle) or alternatively in housing, with a thin oil.
Clean and smear the bearing seating before assembly
When assembling ball bearings, the bearings must be heated in oil to max. 125 C.
NOTE
Heat the bearing in a clean container. Use only clean oil with a flash point above 250 C. The bearing must be well covered by the oil and not be in direct contact with the sides or the bottom of the container. Place the bearing on some kind of support or suspended in the oil bath.
The bearing must not be in direct contact with the container
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There are several basic rules for assembling cylindrical bore bearings: Never directly strike a bearings rings, cage or rolling elements while assembling. A ring may crack or metal fragments break off. Never apply pressure to one ring in order to assemble the other. Use an ordinary hammer. Hammers with soft metal heads are unsuitable as fragments of the metal may break off and enter the bearing. Make sure the bearing is assembled at a right angle to the shaft (spindle).
If necessary use a driving-on sleeve that abuts the ring which is to be assembled with an interference fit, otherwise there is a risk that the rolling elements and raceways may be damaged and premature failure may follow.
Use a driving-on sleeve for bearings that are not heated
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5.7.3
Shutdowns
If the separator is shut down for a period of time, the following must be carried out: Remove the bowl, according to instructions in chapter 6 Dismantling/Assembly on page 91.
NOTE
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The bowl must not be left on the spindle during standstill for more than one week. Vibration in foundations can be transmitted to the bowl and produce one-sided loading of the bearings. The resultant indentations in the ball bearing races can cause premature bearing failure.
Preparation for shutdown
Protect cleaned carbon steel parts against corrosion by oiling. Separator parts that are not assembled after cleaning must be wiped and protected against dust and dirt. The O-rings should be removed. If the separator has been shut down for more than 12 months, a Major Service (MS) should be carried out.
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5.8 Lifting instructions
5.8
Lifting instructions
Attach two endless slings or cables to the separator frame as illustrated.
NOTE
Machine weight without bowl is approx. 425 kg.
Do not lift the separator unless the bowl has been removed.
WARNING
Crush hazards Lift the separator in no other way than illustrated. A falling separator can cause accidents resulting in serious injury to persons and damage to equipment.
Lift the separator with the bowl removed
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When lifting the bowl, use the special lifting tool fastened on the bowl hood.
NOTE
Check that the lock ring is properly tightened. The distance between the lock ring and the bottom part of the bowl body must not exceed 130 mm, see illustration. Weight to lift is approx. 65 kg. When lifting the bowl out of the separator frame, the cap nut fixing the bowl to the bowl spindle must first be removed.
The lock ring must be properly tightened when lifting the bowl
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6 Dismantling/Assembly
Contents
6.1 General
6.1.1 6.1.2 6.1.3 General directions References to check points Tools 92 92 93 93
6.2 Inlet/outlet, collecting cover and bowl (IS)

6.2.1 6.2.2 6.2.3 6.2.4 Exploded view, inlet/outlet and collecting cover Exploded view, bowl Dismantling Assembly
94 94 96 97 100 106 106 108 113 118 118 120 124 128 128 130 132 133
6.3 Vertical driving device (MS)

6.3.1 6.3.2 6.3.3 Exploded view Dismantling Assembly
6.4 Horizontal driving device (MS)

6.4.1 6.4.2 6.4.3 Exploded view Dismantling Assembly
6.5 Feed pump (option)

6.5.1 6.5.2 6.5.3 6.5.4 Exploded view Dismantling Cleaning and inspection Assembly
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6.1 General
6.1
6.1.1
General
General directions
The separator must be dismantled regularly for cleaning and inspection. The recommended intervals are stated in chapter 5.1.2 Maintenance intervals on page 48.
DANGER
Entrapment hazards Make sure that rotating parts have come to a complete standstill before starting any dismantling work.
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The revolution counter and the motor fan indicate if separator parts are rotating or not.
The revolution counter indicates if the separator still is rotating
To avoid accidental start, switch off and lock the power supply. The parts must be handled carefully. Do not place parts directly on the floor, but on a clean rubber mat, fibreboard or a suitable pallet.
NOTE
Never interchange bowl parts To prevent mixing of parts, e.g. in an installation comprising several machines of the same type, the major bowl parts carry the machine manufacturing number or its last tree digits.
Switch off and lock the power supply before starting the dismantling
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6.1 General
6.1.2
References to check points
In the text you will find references to the Check Point instructions in chapter 5. The references appear in the text as in the following example:
Check point
5.3.4 Disc stack pressure on page 64. In this example, look up check point Disc stack pressure in chapter 5 for further instructions.
6.1.3
Tools
Special tools from the tool kit must be used for dismantling and assembly. The special tools are specified in the Spare Parts Catalogue and are shown as illustrations together with the dismantling/assembly instructions.
NOTE
When lifting parts without weight specifications, always use lifting straps with the working load limit (WLL) of at least 300 kg.
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6.2
Inlet/outlet, collecting cover and bowl (IS)

Exploded view, inlet/outlet and collecting cover
6.2.1
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1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. 33. 34. 35. 36. 37.
Cover Seal ring Glass tube Seal ring Knob Spring Sleeve Inlet pipe Washer Seal ring Screw Packing Housing Seal ring Seal ring Ball Nut Nut Washer Hose nipple Needle valve Nipple Knob Cover Height adjusting ring Top cover Screw Seal ring Nut Clamping shoe Hinged bolt Pin Collecting cover Hinged pin Seal ring Angle pipe Angle pipe
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6.2.2
Exploded view, bowl
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.
Lock ring, small Gravity disc Seal ring Lock ring, large Bowl hood Top disc Seal ring Paring disc
9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15.
Level ring Seal ring Bowl disc Distributor Sludge basket Cap nut Bowl body
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6.2.3
Dismantling
1. Be sure the bowl has stopped rotating. If starting to dismantle before complete standstill the oil paring disc and the top of the bowl will probably be damaged.
2. Slacken the knob (1). Left-hand thread! 3. Loosen the clamp bolts (2) and open the collecting cover (3).
4. Lock the bowl from rotating with the two lock screws.
5. Unscrew the small lock ring by using the special spanner. Left-hand thread!
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6. Unscrew the large lock ring by using the special spanner and a tin hammer. Left-hand thread!
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7. Lift up the bowl hood, disc stack and distributor by using the lifting device.
8. Lift out the sludge basket using the special lifting tool.
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9. Unscrew the cap nut (1). Left-hand thread! 10. Release the lock screws (2). 11. Lift out the bowl body using the special lifting tool (3).
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1. 2. 3.
Unscrew the cap nut Release the lock screw Lift the bowl body from the spindle
12. Remove the level ring and the oil paring disc from the top disc.
13. Remove deposits and clean all parts thoroughly in a suitable cleaning agent. See chapter 5.5.2 Cleaning agents on page 81. When removing sludge, preferably use the sludge knife and sludge scoop included in the tool kit.
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6.2.4
Assembly
Each bowl constitutes a balanced unit. Exchange of any major part necessitates rebalancing of the bowl. To prevent mixing of parts, e.g. in an installation comprising of several machines of the same type, the major bowl parts carry the machine manufacturing number or its last three digits.
NOTE
Be sure bowl parts are not interchanged. Out of balance vibration will reduce ball bearing life.
The arrows indicate positions of guides on the bowl parts Lubrication needed
Balanced parts. Exchange necessitates rebalancing of bowl.
Purifier bowl 1. Gravity disc with hole diameter according to the nomogram, see 4.1.2 Selection of gravity disc on page 31 Level ring with smallest hole pitch diameter
2.
Clarifier bowl 1. 2. Gravity disc with smallest hole diameter Level ring with largest hole pitch diameter
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Check point
5.3.1 Corrosion on page 60, 5.3.2 Erosion on page 62, 5.3.3 Cracks on page 63, 5.3.5 Lock ring; wear and damage on page 65, 5.3.6 Inlet pipe and oil paring disc on page 66, 5.3.7 Inlet device on page 66, 5.3.9 Cover interlocking switch (option) on page 69.
1. Wipe off the spindle top and nave bore in the bowl body. Lubricate the tapered end of the spindle and wipe off with a clean cloth (1). 2. Fit the bowl body carefully onto the spindle (2). 3. Tighten the cap nut (3). Left-hand thread!
4. Fit the cleaned sludge basket.
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5. During the assembly, bring the bowl parts into positions defined by the guides.
6. If the discs have been removed from the distributor, assemble them one by one onto the distributor. The distributor has one guide rib for the correct positioning of the discs.
CAUTION
Cut hazard Sharp edges on the separator discs may cause cuts.
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7. Fit the oil paring disc and level ring with Oring into the top disc. First lubricate the O-ring with silicone grease. Make sure that the paring disc is positioned in the right direction, see illustration.
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8. Place the top disc and bowl hood upon the disc stack. 9. Lubricate the O-ring in bowl hood with silicone grease. 10. Lower the parts down into the bowl body using the lifting device. Make sure that the guides for bowl hood and bowl body are in correct position.
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Also check that the distributor and bowl body are bring in position defined by guides.
Check point
5.3.5 Lock ring; wear and damage on page 65. 11. Lubricate the lock ring threads, contact and guide surfaces with lubricating paste. 12. Tighten the lock ring. Left-hand thread!
13. Tighten until the assembly marks are at least in line.
Check point
5.3.4 Disc stack pressure on page 64.
NOTE
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The assembly marks must never pass each other more than 25 which corresponds to A=60 mm.
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14. Fit the gravity disc/clarifier disc and tighten the lock ring using the special spanner. Left-hand thread!
15. Slacken the two lock screws holding the bowl body.
NOTE
The two lock screws must be fully released to prevent risk for damage to the bowl body.
16. Lower the collecting cover (1) and tighten it with the clamp bolts (2). 17. Press down the inlet pipe by the knob (3) and turn it until pipe thread engages with paring disc thread. Left-hand thread! Then let up the knob and tighten it firmly.
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6.3
Vertical driving device (MS)

Exploded view
6.3.1
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1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 13A. 13B. 13C. 13D. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28.
Screw Protecting plate Screw Protecting guard O-ring Protecting collar Screw Spring washer Spring casing Deflector Ball bearing Ball bearing housing Axial buffer Split pin Wear ring Spring Spring support Buffer Screw plug Spring O-ring O-ring Bowl spindle Worm Spacing washer Ball bearing Lock washer Round nut Bushing O-ring Lock washer Round nut
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6.3.2 NOTE
Dismantling
Clean the space in the bowl casing thoroughly before starting to dismantle the bowl spindle to prevent contaminations falling down into the oil gear housing. 1. Drain the oil from the worm gear housing.
CAUTION
Burn hazards Lubricating oil and various machine surfaces can be hot and cause burns.
2. Unscrew and remove the protecting plate and the protecting guard. 3. Remove the O-ring and unscrew the protecting collar with e.g. a drift. Left-hand thread!
4. Unscrew the screw plugs a little, not completely.
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5. Unscrew the screws of the spring casing.
6. Remove the bearing shield/built-on pump. Separator with no built-on pump a. Remove the bearing shield and gasket.
Separator with built-on pump a. Remove the pipe connections from the pump. b. Remove the sleeve halves over the coupling.
c.
Slacken (do not remove) the stop screw positioned in the coupling half nearest the separator frame. Use a hexagon wrench. Turn the coupling drum by hand until the stop screw is in a convenient position.
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d. Remove the pump assembly and gasket.
7. Remove the revolution counter (1). Apply the brake (2).
8. Remove the round nut and lock washer at the worm wheel shaft.
9. Remove the ball bearing and worm wheel fitted on the shaft.
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10. Lift out the bowl spindle by using the special lifting tool.
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11. If a 50 Hz separator, remove the axial buffer from the frame. For 60 Hz separators, the buffer can be removed from the spindle after the worm has been knocked off.
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12. Clamp the bowl spindle in a screw vice, protected with copper liners. 13. Remove the round nut and lock washer for the bottom bearing on spindle.
14. Pull off the ball bearing together with the spacing washer.
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15. Knock off the worm using a hammer and a soft drift. 16. If a 60 Hz separator, remove the axial buffer.
17. Remove the screw plugs, springs and buffers. Then remove the spring casing.
18. Unscrew the deflector and remove the ball bearing housing. Left-hand thread!
19. Knock off the ball bearing.
20. Clean all dismantled parts thoroughly in a degreasing agent and check for damage and corrosion.
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6.3.3 Assembly
When mounting ball bearings on the spindle as described below, the bearings must be heated in oil to max 125 C.
WARNING
Burn hazards Use protective gloves when handling the heated bearings.
NOTE
If any doubt how to mount roller bearings in a correct way, see the detailed description in chapter 5.7.2 Ball and roller bearings on page 86.
Check point
5.4.14 Buffer springs and ball bearing housing on page 78. 1. Mount the upper ball bearing (6) onto the spindle. Make sure it enters its seat. 2. Fit the bearing housing (7) and tighten the deflector (5). Left-hand thread! 3. Fit the spring casing (1), buffers (2), springs(3) and plugs (4). Make sure the buffers come to rest against the flats of the ball bearing housing. The final tightening of the plugs is preferably done when the spindle has been placed in the frame. 4. Fit the worm (8), spacing washer (9) and bottom ball bearing (10). Note: For 60 Hz separators, the axial buffer must be mounted on the spindle before the worm and ball bearing are mounted, see next illustration.
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5. Finally fit the lock washer (11) and tighten the round nut (12).
6. For 50 Hz separators, fit the axial buffer in the frame.
7. Carefully lower the spindle into the frame. Guide the bearing into the bottom bushing. If it does not completely enter its seat, tap the spindle top with a tin hammer.
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8. Tighten the screws of the spring casing.
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9. Tighten the buffer plugs.
10. Screw the protecting collar onto the spindle. Left-hand thread! Fit its O-ring, guard and protecting plate.
11. Fit the worm wheel with ball bearing onto the shaft. Match the worm wheel with the teeth in the worm of the bowl spindle. 12. Fit the ball bearing and lock washer onto the shaft and tighten the round nut.
Check point
5.4.7 Radial wobble of bowl spindle on page 71.
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13. Fit the revolution counter. 14. Fit the bearing shield/built-on pump.
Separator with no built-on pump a. Fit the gasket and bearing shield. The parts can be fitted only in one position because of the asymmetrical positioned screw holes.
Separator with built-on pump a. Check that the key for the pump coupling half is fitted in the keyway in the worm wheel shaft. b. Fit the gasket and pump assembly.
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Be careful that the lipseal ring is not damaged by the shaft end and by the key in shaft. Check that the key is facing the keyway in the coupling half. c. Check that the clearance on each side of the coupling flexible element is 2 mm. Tighten the stop screw in the coupling half with a hexagon wrench. Check that the holders for the lipseal rings are located so that the sleeve halves can easily be fitted.
d. Mount the sleeve halves over the coupling. e. Refit the pump connections.
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15. Pour oil into worm gear housing. The oil level should be slightly above the middle of the sight glass. For correct oil volume and recommended oil brands, see chapter 8.7 Lubricants on page 161.
Check point
5.4.13 Brake on page 77.
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6.4
Horizontal driving device (MS)

Exploded view
6.4.1
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1. Screw 2. Coupling nave 3. Coupling disc 4. Elastic plate 5. Coupling disc 6. Friction block 7. Friction pad 8. O-ring 9. Round nut 10. Lock washer 11. Ball bearing 12. Spacing ring 13. Ball bearing 14. Nave 15. Worm wheel shaft 16. Frame 17. O-ring 18. Sealing washer 19. Seal ring 20. Ball bearing 21. Worm wheel 22. Ball bearing 23. Lock washer 24. Round nut
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Dismantling DANGER
Entrapment hazards
The revolution counter and the motor fan indicates if separator parts are rotating or not. 2. To avoid accidental start, switch off and lock power supply before starting any dismantling work.
The parts must be handled carefully. Dont place parts directly on the floor, but on a clean rubber mat, fibreboard or a suitable pallet. If the bowl spindle has been removed according to earlier description, points 1-5 below are already done. Proceed then with point 6. 1. Drain the oil from the worm gear housing.
CAUTION
2. Remove the bearing shield/built-on pump.
Separator with no built-on pump a. Remove the bearing shield and gasket.
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1. Make sure that rotating parts have come to a complete standstill before starting any dismantling work.
Separator with built-on pump a. Remove the pump assembly. See the dismantling instruction for the vertical driving device on page 109 for a detailed description.
3. Remove the revolution counter (1). Apply the brake (2).
4. Remove the round nut and lock washer at the worm wheel shaft.
5. Remove the ball bearing and worm wheel fitted on the shaft.
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6. Pull off the ball bearing from the worm wheel. Use a washer as a support for the puller.
7. Remove: the electric motor (1) the elastic plate (2) the friction blocks (3). If disconnecting the motor cables, note the positions of cables in the terminal box to reconnect correctly (for correct direction of rotation).
8. Lift out the worm wheel shaft.
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9. Dismantle the nave in the following way: remove the screws (1) and then the coupling disc (2) unscrew the round nut (3) and remove the lock washer put the coupling disc in place (4) again and pull off the nave with a 3/8 - 16 UNC screw (5).
10. Remove the sealing washer using two screws with threads 1/4-20 UNC screw.
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11. Remove the seal ring by using a drift. 12. Remove deposits and clean all parts thoroughly in a suitable cleaning agent. See chapter 5.5 Cleaning on page 80.
6.4.3
Assembly
1. Lubricate the O-ring on the sealing washer periphery and the sealing ring with silicone grease. Fit the sealing washer in frame and check that the sealing ring is fitted in the correct direction, as illustrated.
Check point
5.4.12 Coupling friction pads on page 75. 2. Apply ball bearing grease into the bearings (fill about 1/3 of the free volume in each bearing). Note that no grease must be packed in the nave proper, as superfluous grease might ooze out of the nave and adhere to the friction blocks. 3. Fit the nave, bearings and spacing sleeve, lock washer and the round nut.
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4. Fit the O-ring onto the nave and fasten the coupling disc. Put the friction blocks in place inside the coupling drum. 5. Fit the worm wheel shaft.
NOTE
Before fitting the worm wheel, mount the bowl spindle into the separator frame if removed (see separate description).
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Check point
5.3.8 Worm wheel and worm; wear of teeth on page 67. 6. Heat the ball bearing and fit it on the worm wheel. When mounting the ball bearings on the worm wheel and shaft, the bearings must be heated in oil to max. 125 C.
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WARNING
Burn hazards Use protective gloves when handling the heated bearings.
NOTE
If any doubt how to mount roller bearings in a correct way, see the detailed description in chapter 5.7.2 Ball and roller bearings on page 86. The remaining description in this section implies that the bowl spindle is mounted in the frame. If not, proceed with the assembly instruction for the vertical driving device in chapter 6.3.3 Assembly on page 113. 7. Fit the worm wheel with the ball bearing onto the shaft. Match the worm wheel with the teeth in the worm of the bowl spindle. 8. Fit the ball bearing and lock washer onto the shaft and tighten the round nut.
Check point
5.4.7 Radial wobble of bowl spindle on page 71.
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9. Fit the revolution counter. 10. Fit the bearing shield/built-on pump. Separator with no built-on pump a. Fit the gasket and bearing shield. The parts can be fitted only in one position because of the asymmetrical positioned screw holes.
Separator with built-on pump a. Fit the gasket and pump assembly. See the assembly instruction for the vertical driving device on page 116 for a detailed description.
11. Pour oil into worm gear housing. The oil level should be slightly above the middle of the sight glass. For correct oil volume, see chapter 8.1 Technical data on page 148. For recommended oil brands, see chapter 8.7.3 Recommended oil brands on page 165.
Check point
5.4.13 Brake on page 77.
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12. Fit the elastic plate.
Check point
5.4.11 Flexible plate in coupling on page 74.
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13. Fit the electric motor.
DANGER
Disintegration hazards When power cables have been connected, always check direction of rotation. If incorrect, vital rotating parts could unscrew causing disintegration of the machine.
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6.5.1
Feed pump (option)

Exploded view
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1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9.
Plate Drive screw Snap ring Washer Seal ring O-ring Sleeve Key Flexible coupling 9A. Tooth rim (flexible element) 9B. Stop screw
20. Bearing 21. Wear gasket 22. Impeller 23. Wear gasket 24. Bearing 25. Pump housing 26. O-ring 27. Valve cone 28. Guide pole 29. Spring 30. Gasket 31. Cover 32. Impeller 33. Bearing 33A. Bushing 34. O-ring 35. Washer 36. Nut 37. Screw 38. Spacer 39. Shield 40. Screw
10. Tubular spring pin 11. Screw 12. Nut 13. Sleeve half 14. Screw 15. Bearing shield 16. Sleeve 17. O-ring 18. Seal ring 19. Bearing 19A. Bushing
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Dismantling
1. Drain the oil from the worm gear housing.
CAUTION
2. Remove the pipe connections from the pump. 3. Remove the sleeve halves over the coupling.
4. Drive out the tubular spring pin, positioned in the coupling half nearest the pump. Turn the coupling drum by hand until the pin is in a convenient position.
5. Slacken (do not remove) the stop screw positioned in the other coupling half with a hexagon wrench.
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6. Undo the four screws holding the pump shield and remove the shield.
7. Insert two screws (3/8-16 UNC) into the centre hole of the impeller shafts. Use the screws as a handle to withdraw the impellers.
8. Slacken the screws for the bearing shield, but do not remove them. 9. Remove the coupling by pulling the complete pump outwards a short distance until the coupling can be loosened from the worm wheel shaft. Take care not to damage the lipseal ring.
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6.5.3
Cleaning and inspection
1. Remove deposits and clean all parts thoroughly in a suitable cleaning agent. See chapter 5.5.2 Cleaning agents on page 81. 2. Examine following parts:
Bushings (2) Renew the bushings if they are scratched or there is a play between any impeller shaft and a bushing.
Impeller shafts (5) Check the impeller shafts for grooves. Polish or renew if necessary.
Wear gaskets (3) Renew the wear gaskets if any surface is rough, cracked or dented by the impellers. Relief/safety valve (6) Examine the sealing surfaces on the valve cone and valve seat in the shield. Grind or renew if necessary.
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Flexible coupling Bushing Wear gasket Lipseal ring Impeller shaft Relief/safety valve
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Flexible coupling (1) Dismantle and examine the coupling parts. If necessary, renew the flexible element or the complete coupling.
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Lipseal rings (4) Renew the lipseal rings at MS-service. Note: Turn the rings the right way round, see pos. A in the illustration.
6.5.4
Assembly
1. Check that the lipseal rings are correctly mounted, see description in the Cleaning and inspection-section above. 2. Assemble the coupling. The parts must not be pushed together too hard. The flexible element is provided with projections to ensure that the correct clearance is maintained in the coupling, and these must not be deformed. 3. Fit the coupling in position on the worm wheel shaft with the keyway facing the key.
4. Tighten the bearing shield screws.
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5. Refit the impellers. Check that the hole for the tubular pin is exactly opposite the corresponding hole in the coupling.
6. Drive in the tubular spring pin.
7. Check the axial play with a liner (B). The total axial play (A) must be 0,1 - 0,3 mm. If the play is too large even though the wear gaskets have been renewed, it can be compensated by adding a brass leaf liner. If the play is too small, grind off the bearing (1).
A. B. 1.
Axial play = 0,1 - 0,3 mm Where to insert the liner Bearing
8. Fit the O-ring on the pump housing.
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9. Fit the pump shield. (Four screws, four washers and four nuts.)
10. Check that the clearance on each side of the coupling flexible element is 2 mm. Tighten the stop screw in the coupling half nearest the separator frame with a hexagon wrench. Check that the holders for the lipseal rings are located so that the sleeve halves can easily be fitted.
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11. Mount the sleeve halves over the coupling. 12. Refit the pipe connections.
13. Pour oil into worm gear housing. The oil level should be slightly above the middle of the sight glass. For correct oil volume, see chapter 8.1 Technical data on page 148. For recommended oil brands, see chapter 8.7.3 Recommended oil brands on page 165.
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7 Trouble-tracing
Contents
7.1 Mechanical function
7.1.1 7.1.2 7.1.3 7.1.4 7.1.5 7.1.6 7.1.7 7.1.8 7.1.9 The separator does not start Start-up time too long Starting power too low Starting power too high Separator vibrates Smell Noise Speed too low Stopping time too long 138 138 138 139 139 140 141 141 142 142 142 143 144 144 144 145 146 146
Trouble-tracing
Study the System Manuals Trouble-tracing chapter first. (if applicable)
7.1.10 Water in oil sump 7.1.11 Liquid flows through bowl casing drain
7.2 Purification faults

7.2.1 7.2.2 7.2.3 Unsatisfactory separation result Outgoing water contaminated by oil Broken water seal
If the problem is not solved in the System Manuals Trouble-tracing, continue with this chapter.
7.3 Clarification faults

7.3.1 7.3.2 Unsatisfactory separation result
Oil discharge through water outlet 146
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7 Trouble-tracing
7.1
7.1.1
Cause
Mechanical function
The separator does not start
Corrective actions Check the power supply Release the lock screws Page 43
No power supply to the motor Bowl lock screws stops the rotation
7.1.2
Cause
Start-up time too long

Corrective actions Release the brake Renew or clean the friction pads Repair the motor Use correct power supply, see the machine plate Renew all bearings Stop, check and adjust the height Page 32 75 -
Brake is applied Coupling friction pads are worn or oily Motor failure Incorrect power supply (50 Hz instead of 60 Hz) Bearing is damaged or worn Height position of oil paring disc is incorrect
91 73
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Mechanical function
7.1.3
Cause
Starting power too low

Corrective actions Repair the motor Clean or renew the friction pads Stop immediately and change the friction blocks to suit the power supply frequency Page 75 75
Motor failure Coupling friction pads are oily or worn Incorrect coupling friction blocks (60 Hz blocks for 50 Hz power supply)
7.1.4
Cause
Starting power too high

Corrective actions Release the lock screws Release the brake Repair the motor Replace the worm wheel and worm Renew all bearings DANGER: Disintegration hazard STOP immediately! Install correct transmission. Contact your local Alfa Laval representative, the bowl must be inspected. Page 43 32 118 91 118
Bowl lock screws stops the rotation Brake is applied Motor failure Gear is worn out Bearing is damaged or worn Incorrect transmission (50 Hz gear and 60 Hz power supply)
Incorrect coupling friction blocks (50 Hz blocks for 60 Hz power supply)
DANGER: Disintegration hazard STOP immediately and change the friction blocks to suit the power supply frequency. Change electrical phase connections to the motor
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Wrong direction of rotation
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7 Trouble-tracing
7.1.5 NOTE
Separator vibrates
Some vibration is normal during the starting and stopping sequences when the separator passes through its critical speed.
DANGER
Disintegration hazards If excessive vibration occurs, stop separator and keep bowl filled with liquid during rundown. The cause of the vibration must be identified and corrected before the separator is restarted. Excessive vibration may be due to incorrect assembly or poor cleaning of the bowl.
Cause Bowl out of balance due to: poor cleaning incorrect assembly too few discs insufficiently tightened bowl hood bowl assembled with parts from other separators Vibration dampers in frame feet worn out Bowl spindle bent (max. 0,04 mm) Top and/or bottom bearing(s) on bowl spindle is damaged or worn Top bearing springs defective Uneven sludge deposits in the sludge space Bearing(s) on horizontal driving device is damaged or worn Height adjustment of the oil paring disc is incorrect
Corrective actions Dismantle the separator and check the assembly and cleaning
Page 91
Fit new vibration dampers Fit a new bowl spindle Fit new bearings
58 71 106
Fit new springs Dismantle and clean the separator bowl
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Fit new bearings
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Stop the separator, measure and if necessary adjust the height
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Mechanical function
7.1.6
Cause
Smell
Corrective actions None Page -
Normal occurrence during start as the (new) friction blocks slip Brake is applied Overheated bearing Oil level in gear housing is too high or too low
Release the brake Renew the bearings Check the oil level and remedy if necessary
32 91 84
7.1.7
Cause
Noise
Corrective actions Stop and read the oil level, add oil if necessary Renew the bearings Renew the friction pads Stop the separator, measure and if necessary adjust the height Renew the worm wheel and worm Adjust the play Page 84
Oil level in the gear housing is too low
Damaged or worn bearing Coupling friction pads are worn Height adjustment of the oil paring disc is incorrect Worm wheel and worm are worn Incorrect play between the coupling pulley and elastic plate
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7 Trouble-tracing
7.1.8
Cause
Speed too low

Corrective actions Release the brake Clean or renew the friction pads Repair the motor Renew the bearings Stop and change the gear transmission to suit the power supply frequency Page 32 75 91 67
Brake is applied Coupling friction pads are oily or worn Motor failure Damaged or worn bearing Incorrect gear transmission (60 Hz gear for 50 Hz power supply)
7.1.9
Cause
Stopping time too long

Corrective actions Renew or clean the brake friction pad Page 77
Brake friction pad is worn or oily
7.1.10 Water in oil sump

Cause Bowl casing drain is obstructed Corrective actions Clean the worm gear housing and change the oil Fit a new seal ring and change the oil Clean the worm gear housing and change the oil Page 84
Leakage at the top bearing Condensation
84, 106 84
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Mechanical function
7.1.11 Liquid flows through bowl casing drain

Cause Broken water seal Corrective actions Stop the feed and feed water to create a new water seal Reduce the feed Straighten the hose or clean the strainer Page 36
Too high throughput The supply of liquid seal water is not sufficient due to clogged strainer, kinked hose or low water pressure Seal ring under the gravity/clarifier disc is defective Bowl hood seal ring is defective Bowl speed is too low
Fit a new seal ring
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Fit a new seal ring Make sure current is on and brake is off. Inspect motor and power transmission
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7.2
7.2.1
Cause
Purification faults
Unsatisfactory separation result
Corrective actions Use a gravity disc with a larger hole Adjust the temperature Reduce the throughput Empty the sludge basket in the bowl Clean the bowl discs See 7.1.8 Speed too low on page 142 Page 31 39 39 -
Gravity disc hole is too small Incorrect separating temperature Throughput too high Sludge space in the bowl is filled Disc stack is clogged Bowl speed is too low
7.2.2
Cause
Outgoing water contaminated by oil

Corrective actions Use a gravity disc with a smaller hole Fit a new seal ring Page 31 94
Gravity disc hole is too large Seal ring under the gravity disc is defective
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7.2.3
Cause
Broken water seal

Corrective actions Use a gravity disc with a smaller hole Increase the temperature Reduce the throughput Supply more sealing water Fit a new seal ring Page 31 36 94
Gravity disc is too large Separation temperature is too low Throughput too high Sealing water volume is too small Seal ring under the gravity disc is defective Disc stack is clogged Bowl speed is too low Bowl is incorrectly assembled
Clean the bowl discs See 7.1.8 Speed too low on page 142 Examine and re-assemble
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7 Trouble-tracing
7.3
7.3.1
Cause
Clarification faults
Unsatisfactory separation result
Corrective actions Adjust the temperature Reduce the throughput Re-assemble and operate the separator as a purifier Clean the bowl discs Empty the sludge basket See 7.1.8 Speed too low on page 142 Page 31
Separating temperature is too low Throughput is too high Feed oil contains water
Disc stack is clogged Sludge space in the bowl is filled Bowl speed is too low
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7.3.2
Cause
Oil discharge through water outlet

Corrective actions Open the valve(s) and adjust to normal back pressure Clean the bowl discs Fit a new seal ring Page 36
Valve(s) in outlet line is closed
Disc stack is clogged Seal ring under the gravity disc is defective Bowl is incorrectly assembled
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Examine and re-assemble
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8 Technical Reference
Contents
8.1 Technical data
148
8.9 Machine plates and safety labels 182 8.10 Storage and installation
8.10.1 Storage and transport of goods 8.10.2 Planning and installation 8.10.3 Foundations 184 184 186 188
8.2 Basic size drawing, without pump 154 8.3 Connection list, without pump 8.4 Basic size drawing, with pump 8.5 Connection list, with pump 8.6 Interface description
8.6.1 8.6.2 8.6.3 8.6.4 General Definitions 155 156 157 158 158 158
Component description and signal processing 159 Function graph and running limitations 160 161 161 164 165 171 176 176 178 181
8.7 Lubricants
8.7.1 8.7.2 8.7.3 8.7.4 Lubrication chart, general Recommended lubricating oils Recommended oil brands Recommended lubricants
8.8 Electric components

8.8.1 8.8.2 8.8.3 Electric motor, 5,5 kW Electric motor, 12 kW Cover interlocking switch (option)
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8.1
Technical data
Alfa Laval ref. 557968 rev. 1
Units according to ISO Standard. The manufacturer reserves the right to change specifications without notice. Product number Separator type Purpose 881240-22-12 MAB 206S-24 Continuous purification of lubricating oils or low viscosity fuel oils from solid particles and water or continuous clarification of lubricating oils or low viscosity fuel oils from solid particles. The flash point of the oil to be separated must be minimum 60 C. Hydraulic capacity Process capacity Maximum 10,6 m3/h Maximum oil flow at the maximum permissible oil density 991 kg/m3 at 15 C. The density is preferably measured at 50 C according to ASTM method D 1298-80 and corrected to 15 C according to ASTM tables D 1250-80. Fuel oils, diesel engine Distillate: Viscosity 1,5-5,5 cSt/40 C Marine Diesel Oil: Viscosity 13 cSt/40 C Maximum oil flow 9,9 m3/h Maximum oil flow 7,1 m3/h
Lubricating oils, by-pass treatment, optimum R & O type: Crosshead diesel Detergent: Crosshead diesel Trunk piston diesel Steam turbine: At 55 C At 70 C Maximum oil flow 3,7 m3/h Maximum oil flow 3,2 m3/h 2,1 m3/h Maximum oil flow 4,9 m3/h 7,8 m3/h
Max. density of sediment Max. density of feed
1600 kg/m3 991 kg/m3, (mechanical safety max. 1100 kg/m3)
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Feed temperature Ambient temperature Motor (without pump)
Minimum0C Maximum +100 C Minimum+5C Maximum +55 C 4-pole 5,5 kW standard motor, 50 or 60 Hz, 3-phase. Direct on-line start. If Y/D-start is used maximum 5 seconds in Y position.
Motor (with pump)
4-pole 12 kW standard motor, 50 or 60 Hz, 3-phase. Direct on-line start. If Y/D-start is used maximum 5 seconds in Y position.
Power consumption
Idling Running (at max. capacity) Max. power consumption
3,3 kW 8 kW 10/12 kW (at starting-up, 5,5/12 kW motor)
Speed
The prescribed speed of the bowl spindle which must not be exceeded, is stamped on the name plate of the machine. 50 Hz Gear ratio Motor shaft (rev/min) Revolution counter (rev/min) Bowl (rev/min) 73:13 1500 118-125 8423 60 Hz 70:15 1800 142-150 8400
Starting time Stopping time
1,2 - 2 minutes Running down with brake applied 3-4 minutes Without brake 24 minutes (average) 480 minutes 480 minutes 50 Hz 8,54 m3/h 4,35 m3/h 60 Hz 10,25 m3/h 5,22 m3/h
Maximum running time without flow Inlet pump, built-on
Empty bowl Filled bowl Capacity 538718-81 538718-83 Suction lift Delivery head
Max. 4 m wg (manometric) Max. 15 m wg (manometric)
Sludge and water space volume Required water quality Lubrication
3,44 litres Fresh water See 8.7.1 Lubrication chart, general on page 161.
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Lubricating oil volume Weight
4 litres Separator without motor Motor 5,5 kW Motor 12 kW Complete bowl Net weight approx. 334 kg. Approx. 40 kg. Approx. 72 kg. Approx. 65 kg.
Shipping data
According to Basic equipment Weight Volume 520 kg (Net 400 kg) 1,25 m3
Sound power level Sound pressure level Vibration level Materials
9 Bel(A) ISO 3744 75 dB(A) ISO 3744 Max. for separator in use Bowl spindle, lock ring Frame, lower and upper parts Collecting cover Bowl body and hood, disc stack, gravity disc Sludge basket Other bowl parts Other inlet and outlet parts 9 mm/sec (RMS) Steel Cast iron (Centriblue finish1) Aluminium Stainless steel Stainless steel Tinned steel, bronze, brass Tinned steel, bronze, brass and cast iron
1)
An epoxy enamel
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Power consumption at startup, power input vs time.
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Paring disc pressure characteristics. Back pressure vs flow.
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8.2
Basic size drawing, without pump
1. Screw 5/8-11 UNC 2. Tightening torque 20 Nm locked with lock nut 3. Deviation from centre of outer connection of flexible tube = 12 mm Data for connections see 8.3 Connection list, without pump on page 155. All connections to be installed non-loaded and flexible.
Vertical force not exceeding 12 kN/foot.
Horizontal force not exceeding 12 kN/foot.
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8.3 Connection list, without pump
8.3
Connection list, without pump

Description Inlet for process liquid - Allowed temperatures Inlet for liquid seal Requirements/limit
Connection No. 201
Max. 100 C, min. 0 C Fresh water, approx 5,8 litres (depending on gravity disc) Max. 250 kPa No counter pressure
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220 221 460 701
Outlet for light phase Outlet for heavy phase (water) Drain of frame Motor for separator - Max. deviation from nominal frequency (momentarily during maximum 5 seconds) Cover interlocking switch (delivered as option) Type: Double, two-way microswitch Switch rating: Current Voltage
5% 10%
760
Max. 500 V Max. 3 A
790
Lighting for heavy phase (water) outlet Available type of electric bulb: 115 V, 25 W 230 V, 25 W
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8.4
Basic size drawing, with pump
1. Screw 5/8-11 UNC 2. Tightening torque 20 Nm locked with lock nut 3. Deviation from centre of outer connection of flexible tube = 12 mm Data for connections see 8.5 Connection list, with pump on page 157. All connections to be installed non-loaded and flexible.
Vertical force not exceeding 12 kN/foot.
Horizontal force not exceeding 12 kN/foot.
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8.5
Connection list, with pump

Description Inlet for process liquid (to pump) - Allowed temperatures Max. 100 C, min. 0 C Requirements/limit
Connection No. 201.1
201.2 201.3 206
Outlet for process liquid (from pump to heater) Inlet for process liquid (from heater to separator) Inlet for water seal Fresh water, approx. 5,8 litres (depending on gravity disc) Max. 250 kPa No counter pressure
220 221 460 701
Outlet for light phase Outlet for heavy phase (water) Drain of frame Motor for separator - Max. deviation from nominal frequency (momentarily during maximum 5 seconds) Cover interlocking switch (delivered as option) Type: Double, two-way microswitch Switch rating: Current Voltage
5% 10%
760
Max. 500 V Max. 3 A
790
Lighting for heavy phase (water) outlet Available type of electric bulb: 115 V, 25 W 230 V, 25 W
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8.6
Interface description
8.6.1
General
In addition to the Connection List this description informs about limitations and conditions for safe control, monitoring and reliable operation. At the end of the document a function graph and running limitations are to be found.
8.6.2

Definitions
Stand still (Ready for start) means: The machine is assembled correctly. All connections are installed according to Connection List, Interconnection Diagram and Interface Description.
Start means: The power to the separator is on. The acceleration is supervised to ensure that a certain speed has been reached within a certain time. See 8.1 Technical data on page 148.
The start procedure continues until the full speed has been reached and a stabilization period has passed (about 1 minute).
Normal stop means: Stopping of the machine at any time with brake applied. The bowl must be kept filled.
Safety stop means: The machine must be stopped in the quickest and safest way due to vibrations or process reasons. Comply to following conditions:
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The bowl must be kept filled. The machine must not be restarted before the reason for the Safety stop has been investigated and action has been taken.
In case of emergency condition in the plant, the machine must be stopped in a way that is described in EN 418.
8.6.3
Component description and signal processing
Separator motor 701 The separator is equipped with a 3-phase DOLstarted (direct on line) motor. The separator can also be started by a Y/D starter, but then the time in Y-position must be maximized to 5 seconds.
Cover interlocking switch 760 (option) The cover of the separator can be equipped with an interlocking switch as option. When the cover is closed the interlocking circuit in the starter control is closed and the separator could be started. Signal processing: The circuit is closed when the collecting cover of the separator is closed. The interlocking switch should be connected so that starting of the motor is prevented when the separator collecting cover is not closed.
Lighting 790 The heavy phase (water) outlet is equipped with an electric fitting and must be connected to a full isolated transformer.
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Function graph and running limitations
A. B. C. D. E.
Stand still Starting mode Running mode Stop mode Safety stop mode
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8.7 Lubricants
8.7
8.7.1
Lubricants
Lubrication chart, general
Alfa Laval ref. 553216-01 rev. 7
Lubricating points The oil bath Bowl spindle bearings are lubricated by oil splash from the oil bath.
Lubricants
Interval
Lubricating oil as specified in Oil Change: 8.7.2 Recommended 1. Continuous operation:2000h lubricating oils on page 164 2. Seasonal operaton: Before every operation period 3. Short periods operation: 12 months even if total number of operating hours is less than stated above.
Bowl spindle taper Bowl Sliding contact surfaces, threads of lock nut, and cap nut Rubber seal rings
Lubricating oil (only a few drops for rust protection) Pastes as specified in 8.7.4 Recommended lubricants on page 171
At assembly. At assembly.
Grease as specified in 8.7.4 At assembly. Recommended lubricants on page 171 -
Friction coupling ball bearings The bearings are packed with grease and sealed and need no extra lubrication. Electric motor Threads Follow manufacturers instructions Lubricating oil, if not otherwise stated.
Follow manufacturers instructions. At assembly.
NOTE
Check and pre-lubricate new spindle bearings and those that have been out of service for one month or longer.
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Alfa Laval Lubricating Oil Groups: Group A oil: a high quality gear oil on paraffin base with stable AW (anti wear) additives. Group B oil: a high quality gear oil on paraffin base with stable EP (extreme pressure) additives. Group D oil: a synthetic base oil with additives stable at high operating temperatures.
Do not mix different oil brands or oils from different oil groups. Always use clean vessels when handling lubricating oil. Great attention must be paid not to contaminate the lubricating oil. Of particular importance is to avoid mixing of different types of oil. Even a few drops of motor oil mixed into a synthetic oil may result in severe foaming. Any presence of black deposits in a mineral type oil is an indication that the oil base has deteriorated seriously or that some of the oil additives have precipitated. Always investigate why black deposits occur. If it is necessary to change from one group of oil brand to another it is recommended to do this in connection with an overhaul of the separator. Clean the gear housing and the spindle parts thoroughly and remove all deposits before filling the new oil.
NOTE
Always clean and dry parts (also tools) before lubricants are applied.
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NOTE
Check the oil level before start. Top up when necessary. Oil volume see 4.1.1 Before first start on page 30. It is of utmost importance to use the lubricants recommended in our documentation. This does not exclude, however, the use of other brands, provided they have equivalently high quality properties as the brands recommended. The use of oil brands and other lubricants than recommended, is done on the exclusive responsibility of the user or oil supplier.
Applying, handling and storing of lubricants Always be sure to follow lubricants manufacturers instructions.
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8.7.2
Recommended lubricating oils
Type of frame: B 207 with motor < 12 kW. Three different groups of lubricating oils are approved for this separator. They are designated as Alfa Laval lubricating oil groups A, B and D. The numerical value after the letter states the viscosity grade. The corresponding commercial oil brands according to Paraffinic mineral lubricating oil for general use on page 165. Ambient temperature C Alfa Laval lubricating oil group A/220 D/220 B/220 Time in operation Oil change interval 1500 h 2000 h
between +5 and +45 between +2 and +65 Note:
In a new installation or after change of gear transmission, change oil after 200 operating hours. When the separator is operated for short periods, lubricating oil must be changed every 12 months even if the total number of operating hours is less than stated in the recommendations above. Check and prelubricate spindle bearings on separators which have been out of service for 6 months or longer. In seasonal operation: change oil before every operating period.
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8.7.3
Recommended oil brands
Paraffinic mineral lubricating oil for general use

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NOTE
The following is a list of recommended oil brands. Trade names and designations might vary from country to country, Please contact your local supplier for more information.
Alfa Laval lubrication oil group A Viscosity grade VG (ISO 3448/3104) Viscosity index VI (ISO 2909) Manufacturer BP Castrol ChevronTexaco ExxonMobil Q8/Kuwait Petroleum Shell Statoil Total Designation Bartran 220 Bartran HV 220 Alpha ZN 220 Ultra 220 Rando HD 220 Paper Machine Oil Premium 220 Mobil DTE oil BB Wagner 220 Morlina 220 LubeWay XA 220 Cirkan ZS 220 VG 220 VI >90
Other oil brands may be used as long as they have equivalently quality as the brands recommended. The oil shall follow the requirements in one of the standards below. The oil must also be endorsed for worm gear with brass worm wheel. The use of other lubricants than the recommended is done on the exclusive responsibility of the user or oil supplier.
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Standard ISO 12925-1, (ISO 6743/6) ISO 11158, (ISO 6743/4) DIN 51517 part 3 DIN 51524 part 2 or 3 (German standard)
Designation ISO-L-CKC or CKE 220 ISO-L-HM or HV 220 DIN 51517 - CLP 220 DIN 51524 - HLP or HVLP 220
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Paraffinic mineral lubricating oil, category (ISO-L-) CKE 220

NOTE
Alfa Laval lubrication oil group B Viscosity grade VG (ISO 3448/3104) Viscosity index VI (ISO 2909) Manufacturer Bel-Ray BP Castrol ChevronTexaco Designation 100 Gear Oil 90 Energol GR-XP 220 Alpha SP 220 (Former Optimol) Optigear BM 220 Gear Compound EP 220 (H2) Ultra Gear 220 (H2) Texaco/Caltex Meropa 220 Spartan EP 220 Mobilgear 630 Mobilgear SHC (XMP)220, Synthetic * Goya 220 Omala 220 Omala RL 220, Synthetic * LoadWay EP 220 Mereta 220, Synthetic * Carter EP 220 Elf Epona Z 220 Carter SH 220, Synthetic * VG 220 VI 90
ExxonMobil
Q8/Kuwait Petroleum Shell Statoil Total
* These oils must be used when the frame temperature is above 80 C. If the temperature cant be measured, a rough estimate is that 80 C is when one can touch the surface of lower part of frame only for a short time.
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Other oil brands may be used as long as they have equivalently quality as the brands recommended. The oil must have the same viscosity class and shall follow the requirements in one of the standards below. The oil must also be endorsed for worm gear with brass worm wheel. The use of other lubricants than the recommended is done on the exclusive responsibility of the user or oil supplier.
Standard ISO 12925-1, (ISO 6743/6) DIN 51517 part 3
Designation ISO-L-CKC/CKD/CKE/CKT 220 DIN 51517 - CLP 220
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Synthetic lubricating oil, category PAO (ISO-L-) CKE 220

Viscosity grade (ISO 3448/3104) VG 220.
NOTE
NOTE
Brands with Alfa Laval article number are approved and recommended for use.
Alfa Laval lubrication oil group D Manufacturer Alfa Laval BP Castrol Designation 542690-84 542690-85 20 litres replacement for 542690-80 4 litres replacement for 542690-81
Enersyn HTX 220 Enersyn EP-XF 220 Alphasyn EP 220 Alphasyn HG 220 Optigear Synthetic A 220 Tegra Synthetic Gear Lubricant 220 (H2) Texaco/Caltex Pinnacle EP 220 FAMM Pinnacle Marine Gear 220 Mobil SHC 630 Schumann 220 Omala RL 220 Mereta 220 Carter SH 220 Elf Epona SA 220
Chevron
ExxonMobil Q8/Kuwait Petroleum Shell Statoil Total
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8.7 Lubricants
Other oil brands may be used as long as they have equivalently quality as the brands recommended. The oil must have the same viscosity class and ought to follow the ISO standard 12925-1, category ISO-L-CKC, CKD, CKE or CKT (ISO 6743-6) or DIN 51517, part 3 CLP, but shall have a synthetic base oil of polyalphaolefin type (PAO) instead of mineral base oil. The oil must be endorsed for worm gear with brass worm wheel. The use of other lubricants than recommended is done on the exclusive responsibility of the user or oil supplier.
Synthetic lubricating oil, category PAO (ISO-L-) CKE 220 for hygienic applications Conform to U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) requirements of lubricants with incidental food contact, Title CRF 21 178.3570, 178.3620 and/or those generally regarded as safe (US 21 CRF 182).
Lubrication oils for food and hygienic applications Manufacturer Shell Designation Cassida fluid GL 220
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8.7 Lubricants
8.7.4
Recommended lubricants
553217-01 rev. 11
Pastes and bonded coatings for non-food applications
NOTE
NOTE
Brands with Alfa Laval article number are approved and recommended for use.
Pastes Manufacturer Dow Corning Designation Molykote 1000 (Paste) Molykote 1000 (Paste) Molykote G-rapid plus (Paste) Gleitmo 705 Gleitmo 805K Wolfracoat C (Paste) Dry Moly Paste MT-LM Alfa Laval No 537086-02 (1000 g) 537086-03 (100 g) 537086-04 (50 g)
Fuchs Lubritech Klber Rocol
Bonded coatings: Manufacturer Dow Corning Fuchs Lubritech Designation Molykote D321R (Spray) Gleitmo 900 (Varnish or spray) Alfa Laval No 535586-01 (375 g)
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8.7 Lubricants
Pastes for hygienic applications (NSF registered H1 is prefered) Manufacturer Dow Corning Designation Molykote P1900 Hygienic Comment NSF Registered H1 (7 Jan 2004) Alfa Laval No
Molykote TP 42 Molykote D Bremer & Leguil, Fuchs Lubritech Geralyn F.L.A NSF Registered H1 (2 April 2003) German 5 Absatz 1 LMBG approved NSF Registered H1 (3 sep 2004) DVGW (KTW) approval for drinking water (TZW prfzeugnis) NSF Registered H1 (25 Feb 2004) NSF Registered H1 (26 Aug 2005) White; contains no lead, cadmium, nickel, sulphur nor halogens. NSF Registered H1 (13 Apr 2001) 561764-01 (50 g)
Geralyn 2 Gleitmo 805 Gleitmo 1809 Klber Klberpaste UH1 96-402 Klberpaste UH1 84-201 Klberpaste 46 MR 401
Rocol
Foodlube Multi Paste
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8.7 Lubricants
Silicone grease for rubber rings Manufacturer Designation Dow Corning Molykote 111 (Compound) Follows according. to Manufacturer Alfa Laval No (100 g) (25 g)
Conform to the FDA 539474-02 regulations (21 CFR 539474-03 178.3570) for occasional food contact. Certified: National Water Council UK and WRC, UK. Certified: food industry as per Chemical Testing Laboratory Dr. Bhm, Munich. NSF Registered H1 (3 June 569415-01 2005) DVGW approved according to the German KTWrecomendations for drinking water. NSF Registered H1 (15 Feb 2003) Complies with German Environmental Agency on hygiene requirements for tap water. Certified by DVGWKTW, WRC, AS4020, ACS. NSF Registered H1 (25 Feb 2004) Complies with LMBG and the European standard EN 1672, part2. NSF Registered H1 (19 June 2002) NSF Registered H1 (25 March 2002) NSF Registered H1 (18 April 2001)
Molykote G-5032 Bremer & Leguil, Fuchs Lubritech Chemplex 750
(50 g)
Bremer & Leguil Rivolta F.L.G MD2 Klber Unisilkon L 250 L
Paraliq GTE 703
Bel-Ray MMCC Rocol
No-Tox Silicone valve seal ALCO 220 Foodlube Hi-Temp
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8.7 Lubricants
Greases for ball and roller bearings
NOTE
Always follow the specific recommendation for lubrication as advised by the manufacturer.
Manufacturer BP
Designation Energrease MP-MG2 Energrease LS2 Energrease LS-EP2 APS 2 Spheerol EPL 2 Chevron Dura-Lith Grease EP2 Texaco Multifak AFB 2 Molykote G-0101 Molykote Multilub Beacon EP2 Unirex N2 Mobilith SHC 460 Mobilux EP2 Lagermeister EP2 Rembrandt EP2 Alvania EP 2 Albida EP2 LGEP 2 LGMT 2 LGFB 2
Hygienic comment
Castrol Chevron Dow Corning ExxonMobil
Fuchs Lubritech Q8/Kuwait Petroleum Shell SKF
NSF Registered H1 (14 Sep 2005)
Total
Multis EP2
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8.7 Lubricants
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8.8
8.8.1
Electric components
Electric motor, 5,5 kW
A = Shaft dimension B = Knock out openings for M25 + M20 cable glands on both sides C = Metal fan cover D = Casted lifting lugs on both sides E = 4 holes 14,5
Manufacturer ABB Motors Manufacturers drawingBA/Marine Motors I GB 08-2001 Standards IEC 34-series, 72,79,85 Size 132S Type M3AA 132 S Weight 40 kg Poles 4 Insulation class F Bearings D-end 6208-2Z/C3 N-end 6206-2Z/C3 Method of cooling IC 41 (IEC 34-6) Specification Totally enclosed threephase motor for marine service3)
Type of mounting
Degree of protection
IM 1001 IM 3001 IM 3011 IM 3031 IP 55 IP 55 IP 55
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G0634021
1)
lst /l=starting current / rated current at direct on-line starting. Thermistors tripping temp if applicable. The motors can be designed to fulfill requirements of following Classification Societies: (Essential Service if required) Lloyds Register of shipping (LRS) Det Norske Veritas (DnV) Germanischer Lloyd (GL) Bureau Veritas (BV) American Bureau of shipping (ABS) Registro Italiano Navale (RINA) Nippon Kaiyi Kyokai (NK) Korean Register of shipping (KR) Polski Rejester Statkow (PRS) China Classification Societies (ZC) Indian Register of Shipping (IRS) Maritime Register of Shipping (RMS) Rated output (kW) valid for temp-rise max. 90 C
2) 3)
4)
The motors are provided with space heaters for 200V - 240V acc to variant code +451. Connection to separate terminal board in the main terminal box acc. to attached connection diagram.
NOTE
For complete information about motor variants, please contact your Alfa Laval representative.
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8.8.2
Electric motor, 12 kW
A = Shaft dimension B = Knock out openings for cable glands on both sides C = Casted lifting lugs on both sides D = 4 holes 14,5
Manufacturer ABB Motors Manufacturers drawing BA/Marinemotors GB 08-2001 Standards IEC 34-series, 72,79,85 Size 160M Type M3AA 160M Weight 62 kg Poles 4 Insulation class F Bearings D-end 6209-2Z/C3 N-end 6209-2Z/C3 Method of cooling IC 41 (IEC 34-6) Specification Totally enclosed threephase motor for marine service3)
Type of mounting
Degree of protection
IM 1001 IM 3001 IM 3011 IM 3031 IP 55 IP 55 IP 55
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G0634121
1)
lst /l=starting current / rated current at direct on- line starting. Thermistors tripping temp if applicable. The motors can be designed to fulfill requirements of following Classification Societies: (Essential Service if required) Lloyds Register of shipping (LRS) Det Norske Veritas (DnV) Germanischer Lloyd (GL) Bureau Veritas (BV) American Bureau of shipping (ABS) Registro Italiano Navale (RINA) Nippon Kaiyi Kyokai (NK) Korean Register of shipping (KR) Polski Rejester Statkow (PRS) China Classification Societies (ZC) Indian Register of Shipping (IRS) Maritime Register of Shipping (RMS) Rated output (kW) valid for temp-rise max. 90 C
2) 3)
4)
The motors can be provided with element for 200V - 240V acc. to variant code +451. Connection to separate terminal board in the main terminal box acc. to attached connection diagram.
NOTE
For complete information about motor variants, please contact your Alfa Laval representative.
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180
8.8.3
Cover interlocking switch (option)
13 21
14 22
G0547221
Switch rating, voltage: Max. 500 V current: Max. 3 A For other technical information see chapter 8.3 Connection list, without pump on page 155 and 8.6 Interface description on page 158.
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8.8 Machine plates and safety labels
8.9
Machine plates and safety labels
1. Machine plate Separator Manufacturing serial No / Year Product No Frame Bowl Max. speed (bowl) Direction of rotation (bowl) Speed motor shaft El. current frequency Recommended motor power Max. density of feed Max. density of sediment Process temperature min./max. MAB 206S-24 XXXX 881240-22-12 549884-01/02/03/04 (50/60 Hz/ with pump 50/60 Hz) 546132-02 8423 r/min. (50 Hz), 8400 r/min. (60 Hz) 1500 r/min. (50 Hz), 1800 r/min. (60 Hz) 50/60 Hz 5,5 / 12 (with pump) kW 1100 kg/m3 1600 kg/m3 0/100 C
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S0061411
G0626811
8.8 Machine plates and safety labels
2. Name plate
3. Safety label Text on label: DANGER Read the instruction manuals before installation, operation and maintenance. Consider inspection intervals. Failure to strictly follow instructions can lead to fatal injury. If excessive vibration occur, stop separator and keep bowl filled with liquid during rundown. Out of balance vibration will become worse if bowl is not full during rundown. Separator must stop rotating before any dismantling work is started.
4. Arrow Indicating direction of rotation of horizontal driving device.
5. Power supply frequency
6. Stop, follow lifting instruction This transport label is not permanently fixed to the separator.
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S0063111
S0061521
S0063211
8.10 Storage and installation

8.10.1 Storage and transport of goods
Storage Specification Upon arrival to the store, check all components and keep them: 1. Well stored and protected from mechanical damage and theft. 2. Dry and protected from rain and humidity. 3. Organized in the store in such a way that the goods will be easily accessible when installation is about to take place.
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A separator can be delivered with different types of protection as described below. The illustrations show an other separator type than this book is intended for. Fixed on a pallet. The separator must be stored in a storage room well protected from mechanical damage and theft and also dry and protected from rain and humidity.
Fixed on a pallet
In a wooden box which is not water tight. The separator must be stored dry and protected from rain and humidity.
In a wooden box which is not water tight
In a special water-resistant box for outdoor storage. The separator and its parts have been treated with an anti-corrosion agent. Once the box has been opened, store dry and protected from rain and humidity. The packaging for outdoor storage is only to special order.
G0402041
In a special water-resistant box for outdoor storage
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G0402031
G0402021
Transport Specification During transport of the separator, the frame hood and bowl must always be removed from the machine. When lifting a separator it must always be hung securely. See chapter 5.8 Lifting instructions on page 90.
WARNING
Crush hazards Use correct lifting tools and follow lifting instructions.
During erection, all inlets and outlets to separators and accessories must be covered to be protected from dirt and dust.
8.10.2 Planning and installation

Introduction The requirements for one or more separators can be established by consulting the following documents in this chapter: Basic size drawing Connection list Interface description Interconnection drawing Foundation drawing Lifting drawing
Check the drawings when planning the installation
G0020611
186
Important measurements Important measurements are the minimum lifting height for lifting tackle, shortest distance between driving motor and wall, free passage for dismantling and assembly, maintenance and operation. Plan your installation with sufficient room for the controls and operation so that instruments are easily visible. Valves and controls must be within convenient reach. Pay attention to space requirements for maintenance work, work benches, dismantled machine parts or for a service trolley.
G0020721
Suitable space must be obtained for the maintenance work
Space for separator The separator shall be placed in such a way that suitable space for maintenance and repair is obtained.
Specification See 8.2 Basic size drawing, without pump on page 154 or 8.4 Basic size drawing, with pump on page 156 for the service space required for removal of electric motor.
Space for oil changing Specification The plug for gearbox oil draining must not be blocked by floor plate arrangement, etc.
Recommendation It should be possible to place a portable collecting tray under the gearbox drain plug for changing oil.
Place the separator in such a way that makes the oil change easy
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G0641411
8.10.3 Foundations
Specification The separator should be installed at floor level, see 8.2 Basic size drawing, without pump on page 154 or 8.4 Basic size drawing, with pump on page 156. The separator must be installed on a strong and rigid foundation to reduce the influence of vibrations from adjacent machinery. The foundation should be provided with a cofferdam.
Fit the separator frame on the foundation as follows: 1. Place the separator frame without cushions in position. 2. Check that the bolts do not press against the edges of the holes, otherwise the elasticity of the mounting of the separator frame will be impeded. 3. Check that the separator frame is horizontal and that all feet rest on the foundation.
G0258911
4. Fit height adjusting washers required. 5. Lift the separator frame, fit the vibration dampers (1, 2), lower and check that the bolts do not press against the edges of the holes. 6. Tighten the nut (3) with 20 Nm. 7. Hold the nut (3) firmly and secure with the lock nut (4). 8. Repeat for the other frame feet.
1. 2. 3. 4. Vibration damper, upper Vibration damper, lower Nut Lock nut
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Index
A
Assembly Bowl Feed pump General directions Horizontal driving device Inlet/outlet Tools (special) Vertical driving device 100 128 92 124 100 93 113
B
Bearings Maintenance directions Replacement on bowl spindle Replacement on horizontal driving device Bowl Assembly Dismantling Bowl cleaning Procedure Bowl discs Cleaning Bowl spindle Assembly Dismantling Brake Function Maximum wear Broken water seal 86 106 118 100 97 39 83 113 108 21 77 145
C
Centrifugal separation Check points Bowl spindle cone and bowl body nave Brake Buffer springs and ball bearing housing Corrosion Coupling friction pads Cover interlocking switch Cracks Disc stack pressure Erosion Flexible plate in coupling Height position of oil paring disc Inlet device Inlet pipe and oil paring disc Lock ring, wear and damage 16 71 77 78 60 75 69 63 64 62 74 73 66 66 65
Worm wheel and worm, wear of teeth Clarification Oil discharge through water outlet Start procedure Unsatisfactory separation result Clarifier Definition Clarifier bowl Characteristic parts Cleaning Bowl discs External cleaning Fuel oil separators Lube oil separators Time intervals Connection list Separator with pump Separator without pump Corrosion Check points Maintenance logs Oiling of parts Shutdowns Coupling Friction pads Function Cover interlocking switch (option) Design and function Drawing Cracks Check points Maintenance logs
67 146 36 146 27 25 83 80 81 81 39 157 155 60 52 82 89 75 20 22 181 63 52
D
Daily checks Density of feed Disc stack pressure Dismantling Bowl Feed pump General directions Horizontal driving device Inlet/outlet Tools Vertical driving device Drawings Basic size drawing, separator with pump Basic size drawing, separator without pump Machine plates and safety labels 52 148 64 97 128 92 120 97 93 108 156 154 182
193
E
Electric motor 176, Emergency stop. See Safety stop Erosion Check points Maintenace logs Excessive vibration during starting sequence Exploded views Bowl Horizontal driving device Vertical driving device 178
62 52 140 94 118 106
Recommended oil brands Recommended pastes and bonded coatings Volume of lubricating oil Lubricating oil volume Lubrication Oil change procedure
165 171 150 150 84
M
Machine plates and safety labels Main parts Maintenance Ball and roller bearings Before shutdowns Cleaning Maintenance intervals Maintenance procedure Oil change procedure Vibration analysis Maintenance logs 3-year Service (3S) Maintenance, general information Service kits Materials Maximum running time without flow Metal surfaces Corrosion Cracks Erosion Gear teeth wear Motor Coupling Drawing, 12 kW Drawing, 5,5 kW Motor cleaning 182 19 86 89 80 48 50 84 85 58 51 150 149 60 63 62 67 74 178 176 80
F
Feed pump Foundation Frame feet Replacement Friction coupling Friction pads Function 128 188 58 75 20
G
Gear Number of teeth Wear of gear teeth Gravity disc Selection 149 67 31
H
Horizontal driving device Assembly Dismantling 124 120
I
Installation Check points Planning of installation Interface Definition Position Interface description 30 186 27 25 158
N
Noise Sound power level Sound pressure level Nomogram 150 150 32
O
Oil Before first start Oil change intervals Oil change procedure Sight glass 30 48 84 22
L
Lifting instruction Liquid flows through bowl casing drain Lock ring Wear and damage Lubricants Lubrication chart, general, oil groups Oil change intervals Oil level Recommended lubricating oils 90 143 65 161 161 164 33 164
194
Oil discharge through water outlet Oil. See also Lubrication Operation Outgoing water contaminated by oil
145 30 144
P
Power consumption Power transmission Description Process capacity Pump Axial play Checkpoints Dismantling Function Purification Broken water seal Definition Outgoing water contaminated by oil Start procedure Unsatisfactory separation result Purifier bowl Characteristic parts Gravity disc 148, 149 20 148 134 128 128 21 145 27 144 36 144 23 23
Separator does not start Separator vibration level Service instructions. See Check points Service kits Shutdowns Sludge and water space volume Smell Speed Speed too low Start Check points Clarification start procedure Purification start procedure Starting power too high Starting power too low Start-up time too long Stopping procedure Stopping time too long Storage
138 150 51 89 149 141 149 142 34 32 36 36 139 139 138 37 142 184
T
Throughput Capacity Definition Trouble tracing - clarification faults Oil discharge through water outlet Unsatisfactory separation result Trouble tracing - mechanical functions Liquid flows through bowl casing drain Noise Separator does not start Separator vibrates Smell Speed too low Starting power too high Starting power too low Start-up time too long Stopping time too long Water in oil sump Trouble tracing - purification faults Broken water seal Outgoing water contaminated by oil Unsatisfactory separation result 148 27 146 146 143 141 138 140 141 142 139 139 138 142 142 145 144 144
R
Ready for start Revolution counter Function Number of revolutions Rotor Dismantling Running-up procedure 158 22 149 97 34
S
Safety Instructions Safety stop Separated sludge Cleaning the bowl Separation Clarification Purification Temperature Separator Stopping time 7 38, 158 39 25 23 17 149
U
Unsatisfactory separation result 144
V
Vertical driving device Assembly Dismantling Vibration Spindle wobble Vibration checking 113 108 71 85
195
Vibration level
150
W
Warning signs Water in oil sump Weight Worm gear Function Number of teeth Wear of teeth 12 142 150 20 149 67
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What are the main steps in operating the separator?

What are the main steps in operating the separator?

A

Product No. Book No.

6.4 Horizontal driving device (MS) 6.5 Feed pump (option)

Not following the instructions can result in serious accidents.

1 Read this first

This Separator Manual consists of:

1 Read this first

Use correct lifting tools and follow lifting instructions.

Do not work under a hanging load.

Use ear protection in noisy environments.

Skin irritation hazards

Use of lubricants in various situations.

Sharp edges on bowl discs and threads can cause cuts.

Warning signs in text

3.3 Separating function

3.1 Basic principles of separation

Basic principles of separation

The centrifugal solution

3.1 Basic principles of separation

Factors influencing the separation result

Viscosity Low viscosity facilitates separation. Viscosity can be reduced by heating.

Low viscosity (with high temperature)

High density (with low temperature)

Low density (with high temperature)

3.1 Basic principles of separation

Bowl disc stack

Top disc Bowl hood Disc stack Large lock ring

Applying (1) and releasing (2) of brake

Inlet pump (option)

Sensors and indicators

Sight glass - oil level

3.1 Separating function

A purifier bowl has two liquid outlets, see next illustration.

3.1 Separating function

Provided water seal in bowl

3.1 Separating function

3.1 Separating function

Back pressure Clarification Clarifier disc

Counter pressure Density Gravity disc Interface Purification

Sediment (sludge) Throughput Viscosity Water seal

4.2 Cleaning the bowl

4.1 Operating routine

Before first start

Sight glass - oil level

4.1 Operating routine

Selection of gravity disc

The separator is delivered with a set of gravity discs.

4.1 Operating routine

Nomogram for MAB 206

Before normal start

Check that the separator is properly assembled

4.1 Operating routine

5. Release the brake.

Release the brake

4.1 Operating routine