Equipment Evaluation Survey

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Prior to converting your process to 3M Novec Engineered Fluids, 3M recommends you complete this
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Equipment Evaluation Survey and return it to your 3M representative or 3M authorized distributor.
In response, 3M will evaluate your process and provide you with recommendations on how to modify
existing equipment for effective and efficient operation with Novec fluids.
Novec ™

Company Contact Engineered Fluids

Address
City, State/Province
Title
Phone
HFE-7100 / 7200
Zip Code
Your 3M Authorized Distributor
Fax HFE-71DE / 71DA / 71IPA
Hydrofluoroethers
Equipment
Degreaser Still
Manufacturer Manufacturer
Model Model
Serial Number Serial Number

Dimensions of Opening
Gallons Per Hour Rating Guidelines for converting a cleaning process to
Length Width Heat:

3M Novec
™ ™
Cover: Type Elec. Volt Phase
Power Manual Steam PSIG
Hoist Type Other
Freeboard Chiller

Condensing
Temp. °F
Condensing
Refrigeration Temp. °F
Engineered
Fluids
Refrigeration Temp. °F Chilled Water Temp. °F
Chilled Water Temp. °F Other Temp. °F
Other Temp. °F
Safety Controls
Safety Controls Liquid Temp. Setting
Liquid Temp. Setting High Temp. Setting
High Temp. Setting Safety Vapor Setting North America Europe Sumitomo 3M Limited Asia Pacific and
Safety Vapor Setting Vapor Up Setting 3M Specialty Materials 3M Specialty Materials 33-1, Tamagawadai 2-chome Latin America
3M Center, Building 223-6S-04 3M Belgium N. V. Setagaya-ku, Tokyo Call (U.S.) 651 736 7123
Vapor Up Setting Other (name) Setting St. Paul, MN 55144-1000 Haven 1005, Canadastraat 11 158-8583 Japan
800 833 5045 B-2070 Zwijndrecht 813 3709 8250
Other (name) Setting (32) 3 250 7521

Process Important Notice to Purchaser: The information in this publication is based on tests that we believe are reliable. Your results may vary due
Parts Cleaned Current Solvent Usage (MO/WK) to differences in test types and conditions. You must evaluate and determine whether the product is suitable for your intended application.
Since conditions of product use are outside of our control and vary widely, the following is made in lieu of all express or implied warranties
Type Gallons (including the warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose): 3M’s only obligation and your only remedy is replacement of
product that is shown to be defective when you receive it. In no case will 3M be liable for any special, incidental, or consequential damages
Qty. Per Load based on breach of warranty or contract, negligence, strict tort, or any other theory.
Cleanliness Standards
Weight of Load
Visual
Type of Material
Ionic Testing
Cleaning Cycle Water Break 3
Immersion Other Specialty Materials

Spray 3M Center, Building 223-6S-04

St. Paul, MN 55144-1000
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Table of Contents

3M Novec Engineered Fluids Cleaning Process Descriptions

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Cleaning Process Selection 4

Novec Fluids Cleaning Process Selection Guidelines . . . . . 4

Equipment Selection 5

Recommendations For Optimizing Existing Equipment 6

Freeboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Boil Sump Filtration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Ultrasonics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Chiller Coils. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Auxiliary Heater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Safety Sensor Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Minimizing Vapor Loss . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Parts Processing 8
Boil-Up and Agitation Rate Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Solvating Agents 9

Novec Fluids Materials Compatibility 9

General Operation Practices 10

Frequently Asked Questions 10

3M Equipment Evaluation Survey Back Cover Flap

Equipment Evaluation Survey
TM
Prior to converting your process to 3M Novec Engineered Fluids, 3M recommends you complete this
TM
3
Equipment Evaluation Survey and return it to your 3M representative or 3M authorized distributor.
In response, 3M will evaluate your process and provide you with recommendations on how to modify
existing equipment for effective and efficient operation with Novec fluids.
Novec ™

Company Contact Engineered Fluids

Address
City, State/Province
Title
Phone
HFE-7100 / 7200
Zip Code
Your 3M Authorized Distributor
Fax HFE-71DE / 71DA / 71IPA
Hydrofluoroethers
Equipment
Degreaser Still
Manufacturer Manufacturer
Model Model
Serial Number Serial Number

Dimensions of Opening
Gallons Per Hour Rating Guidelines for converting a cleaning process to
Length Width Heat:

3M Novec
™ ™
Cover: Type Elec. Volt Phase
Power Manual Steam PSIG
Hoist Type Other
Freeboard Chiller

Condensing
Temp. °F
Condensing
Refrigeration Temp. °F
Engineered
Fluids
Refrigeration Temp. °F Chilled Water Temp. °F
Chilled Water Temp. °F Other Temp. °F
Other Temp. °F
Safety Controls
Safety Controls Liquid Temp. Setting
Liquid Temp. Setting High Temp. Setting
High Temp. Setting Safety Vapor Setting North America Europe Sumitomo 3M Limited Asia Pacific and
Safety Vapor Setting Vapor Up Setting 3M Specialty Materials 3M Specialty Materials 33-1, Tamagawadai 2-chome Latin America
3M Center, Building 223-6S-04 3M Belgium N. V. Setagaya-ku, Tokyo Call (U.S.) 651 736 7123
Vapor Up Setting Other (name) Setting St. Paul, MN 55144-1000 Haven 1005, Canadastraat 11 158-8583 Japan
800 833 5045 B-2070 Zwijndrecht 813 3709 8250
Other (name) Setting (32) 3 250 7521

Process Important Notice to Purchaser: The information in this publication is based on tests that we believe are reliable. Your results may vary due
Parts Cleaned Current Solvent Usage (MO/WK) to differences in test types and conditions. You must evaluate and determine whether the product is suitable for your intended application.
Since conditions of product use are outside of our control and vary widely, the following is made in lieu of all express or implied warranties
Type Gallons (including the warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose): 3M’s only obligation and your only remedy is replacement of
product that is shown to be defective when you receive it. In no case will 3M be liable for any special, incidental, or consequential damages
Qty. Per Load based on breach of warranty or contract, negligence, strict tort, or any other theory.
Cleanliness Standards
Weight of Load
Visual
Type of Material
Ionic Testing
Cleaning Cycle Water Break 3
Immersion Other Specialty Materials

Spray 3M Center, Building 223-6S-04

St. Paul, MN 55144-1000
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Introduction
Cleaning systems utilizing 3M™ Novec™ Engineered when it is necessary to modify existing degreasing
Fluids (hydrofluoroethers) are similar to, in many aspects, equipment to use Novec fluids.
CFC-113 and HCFC-141b cleaning systems and can be
used as direct replacements in a number of cleaning The equipment required for these processes is similar to
applications. In many cases, Novec engineered fluids CFC-113 cleaning equipment. 3M azeotropes and blends
cleaning systems can be evaluated and implemented can be used in single- or multiple-sump systems. Single-
without any modification to existing vapor degreasers. sump systems are generally limited to vapor phase
However, there are some differences that may require cleaning and may require some flow (spray) stream
machine adjustments or other equipment modifications to rinsing. The Novec fluid cleaning process effectively
ensure effective and economical process operation. These cleans many oils, waxes and greases.
guidelines provide information which may be helpful

3M™ Novec™ Engineered Fluid Cleaning

Process Descriptions
Novec engineered fluids are used in neat, azeotrope, and Trans 1,2-dichlorethylene and ethanol). Both of these
co-solvent cleaning processes. fluids are true azeotropes with constant composition at
their boiling points. These fluids are suitable in
Neat Cleaning applications requiring a stronger solvent mixture such as
The Novec fluid neat cleaning process can use either degreasing and defluxing.
3M™ Novec™ Engineered Fluid HFE-7100 or HFE-7200 3M™ Novec™ Engineered Fluid HFE-71IPA (consisting of
without additional solvents in applications that require a Novec fluid HFE-7100 and 5% IPA) is suitable for light
single component cleaning fluid and relatively low solvent soils and applications requiring a more polar solvent.
power. The equipment required is similar to conventional
CFC-113 or HCFC-141b cleaning equipment. HFE-7100 Co-Solvent Cleaning
or HFE-7200 fluids can be used in single- or multiple-
sump systems. Single-sump systems are generally limited The Novec fluid co-solvent cleaning process operates with
to vapor phase cleaning and may require some flow HFE-7100 fluid as a rinsing and drying agent in
(spray) stream rinsing. The Novec fluid neat cleaning combination with a solvating/cleaning agent selected for
process effectively cleans light oils, particulate the cleaning application. The 3M co-solvent process
contamination and halogenated lubes and oils. utilizes cleaning and rinsing agents that are miscible and
of significantly different volatility and composition. The
Azeotrope/Blends Cleaning Novec fluid co-solvent system requires multi-sump
capabilities and is effective for cleaning heavy oils,
The Novec fluid azeotrope cleaning system consists of greases, fingerprints and fluxes. Additional information
two fluids. 3M™ Novec™ Engineered Fluid HFE-71DE on solvating agents is provided on page 9.
(consisting of Novec engineered fluid HFE-7100 and
Trans 1,2-dichlorethylene) and 3M™ Novec™ Engineered
Fluid HFE-71DA (consisting of Novec fluid HFE-7100,

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Cleaning Process Selection
The first step in converting to 3M™ Novec™ Engineered Fluids is selecting the appropriate cleaning process. Process
selection is based upon the anticipated soils, substrates, parts geometry and throughput. The Novec fluid Cleaning Process
Selection Guidelines (Table 1) are intended to assist in process selection. Cleaning trials may also be required.

Table 1
3M™ Novec™ Engineered Fluid Cleaning and
Degreasing Process Selection Guidelines

Neat Azeotrope Co-Solvent

Cleaning Process Cleaning Process Cleaning Process
Novec fluid HFE-7100, Novec fluid HFE-71DE
HFE-7200 & HFE-71IPA & HFE-71DA
Substrates1 Light Oils Medium Oils Heavy Oils
Halogenated Lubes Silicone Oils Hydrocarbon Greases
Particulates Lubricants Silicone Greases
Release Agents Buffing Compounds
Some Waxes Polishing Agents
Fingerprints
Flux Residue
Simple Plastic Parts OK Check for compatibility2 OK3
Complex Plastic Parts OK Check for compatibility2 OK3
Simple Metal Parts OK OK OK
Complex Metal Parts OK OK OK
Simple Circuit Boards Not Applicable OK OK
Complex Circuit Boards Not Applicable OK OK
Simple Coils OK OK OK
Complex Coils OK OK OK
Ball/Roller Bearings OK OK OK
Catheters OK Check for compatibility 2
Not Applicable
Elastomer Parts OK Check for compatibility2 OK3
Glass Parts OK OK OK

1
Representative examples; not a complete list.
2
The Novec fluid HFE-71DE and HFE-71DA azeotropes are incompatible with many plastics.
3
Compatibility testing required.

Note: In cases where neat or azeotrope processes are not appropriate or applicable, the co-solvent process should be considered
due to its capability to clean the broad range of soils.

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Equipment Selection
3M™ Novec™ Engineered Fluids can be used in most new installed to avoid leaks. If the equipment is currently
and existing conventional multi-sump cleaning systems. operating with HCFC-141b, the existing seals should be
The Novec fluid neat, azeotrope and blend processes can compatible with Novec fluids. Buna N and EPDM gaskets
also be used in single-sump systems. In many cases, no or are compatible with 3M™ Novec™ Engineered Fluid
minimal modifications are required in order to effectively HFE-7100, HFE-7200 and HFE-71IPA. Use only EPDM
use existing equipment. Schematics of standard vapor gaskets with 3M™ Novec™ Engineered Fluid HFE-71DE
degreasing equipment and fully modified equipment are and HFE-71DA, and with co-solvent processes.
shown in Figures 1 and 2, respectively. The Equipment
Evaluation Survey in the back of this brochure can assist When using Novec fluids in an ongoing cleaning process,
you in determining the utility of existing equipment. 3M recommends that additional equipment modifications
be considered in order to optimize the process
Prior to conducting cleaning evaluations in your plant to effectiveness and economics by increasing agitation and
verify the effectiveness of Novec fluids in existing minimizing fluid emissions.
equipment, 3M recommends that appropriate seals be

Figure 1 Figure 2
Conventional Vapor Fully-Modified Vapor
Degreasing Equipment Degreasing Equipment1
Extended
Freeboard
(100-125%)

Condensing Low Temp

Coils Chiller Coils
Water
Separator
Condensing
Coils
Water
Vapor Zone Separator
Condensate

Return Vapor Zone

Condensate

Boil Rinse Return

Chamber Chamber

Boil Rinse
Filtration Pump Chamber Chamber
Heating Elements and Ultrasonics

Recirculating Recirculating
Pump, Spray Heating Elements Pump, Spray
Nozzles, and/or Nozzles, and/or
Ultrasonics Ultrasonics
(Optional)

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Fully-modified equipment can result in optimum performance
and economy when used with Novec fluid processes.

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Optimizing Existing Equipment
3M™ Novec™ Engineered Fluid process equipment is Ultrasonics
similar to conventional vapor degreasers. For some
applications the primary modification to be considered for In most cases, submersible transducers are preferred
optimum cleaning performance is the addition of agitation because they are easy to install. Some working space will
(mechanical and/or ultrasonic). In addition, 3M urges be taken up when submersibles are used. If the
customers to implement procedures that will minimize submersibles are placed on the bottom of the boil sump,
vapor emissions. The following equipment designs and the top of the weir can be extended to make up for lost
features should be considered, if not already present: height in the boil sump. In these cases, care must be taken
to avoid reducing the height of the vapor zone. If the
• 100%–125% freeboard submersibles are placed in the bottom of the boil sump,
• a filtration system in the boil sump they must be on legs so they do not interfere with heat
• ultrasonics in the rinse sump and (if needed) boil sump transfer in the tank. Several manufacturers have developed
• chiller coil(s) above the condensing coils commercially available ultrasonic systems that are
• an auxiliary heater (if needed) effective for use in both the boil and rinse sumps.
• safety sensor adjustments
Chiller Coils
Each of these items is discussed below.
Chiller coils above the primary condensing coils will also
Freeboard (100%–125%) reduce vapor losses. The refrigeration system must be
capable of maintaining the chiller coils at a temperature of
Extending the freeboard reduces fluid vapor losses. In -20°F (-29°C). The condensing coils can be smooth
most cases, the freeboard addition is fabricated of stainless surfaced, but finned tubing is preferred for chiller coils.
steel sheet metal and bolted onto the existing freeboard. A The chiller coils must be placed directly above the
bead of silicone caulking is placed between the existing condensing coils. Depending on ambient humidity, the
freeboard and the added freeboard to ensure a tight seal. If chiller coils may require a defrost cycle to prevent
not already present, a sliding cover should be added to the formation of ice and a reduction in cooling efficiency. Two
machine. A sliding cover is preferable to a lift-off or separate lines on the chiller coils allow one to be defrosted
hinged cover since lift-off or hinged covers create a while the other maintains the cold blanket. A third set of
pumping or suction action when removed, which can dehumidifying coils located at the top of the cleaner is not
increase fluid/vapor losses. required to minimize the emissions of vapors, and should
Boil Sump Filtration not be used.

Filters are recommended for removing particulate matter Auxiliary Heater

from the system. Steel tubing with compression fittings or An auxiliary heater can be added to the boil sump if
welded stainless steel pipe is recommended. If threaded additional heating capacity is required. There should be
fittings are being used, seal with Loctite™ 290 thread enough heat available to provide a distillation (boil-up) rate
sealant and an appropriate primer; however, 3M DOES from the boil/cleaning sump that is 1 to 2 times the volume
NOT RECOMMEND the use of threaded pipe of the rinse sump per hour. The higher boil-up rate will
connections. The boil filter pump is sized to recirculate the provide more efficient cleaning and higher parts
tank volume once every 10–15 minutes at a pressure throughput. The refrigeration system must have adequate
sufficient to go through the filters. Welded pipe dictates capacity to remove any additional heat provided.
the use of raised-face flanged connections around the boil
filter pump. This allows easy access to the pump for
maintenance. Valves should be placed such that the boil
filter pump can be removed or serviced without draining
the machine. The boil sump filters can be cartridge or bag.
The filter’s particle size specifications are to be consistent
with the needs of the process.

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Safety Sensor Adjustments
The safety sensor(s) on existing equipment may Figure 3
require adjustment in order to function effectively
with 3M™ Novec™ Engineered Fluids. Figure 3 illustrates Safety Sensors
typical locations and operations of the safety sensors.
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1 Safety Vapor Control Sensor (SVC)–Turns off heat if
vapors rise above the primary cooling coil.
4

2 High Temperature Control (HTC)–Turns off heat if 3

heating element becomes exposed to air (or 2
otherwise becomes extremely hot).
Boil Rinse
Sump Sump
3 Liquid Temperature Control (LTC)–Turns off heat Water
Separator
based on set point of boiling solvent tank, as related
to contamination build-up in boiling tank.
4 Vapor Up Control (VUC)–Indicates machine is at
operating temperature.
The recommended settings for the four safety sensors
described above are given in the table below.

Table 2
3M Novec Engineered Fluid Recommended Safety Sensor Settings
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Neat Cleaning System Neat Cleaning System Azeotrope Cleaning System Co-Solvent
Novec fluid HFE-7100 Novec fluid HFE-7200 Novec fluid HFE-71DE Cleaning System
Sensor & HFE-71IPA Boiling Point & HFE-71DA Boiling Point
Boiling Point 172°F (78°C) Boiling Point 144°F–194°F
140°F (60°C) 104°F (41°C) (62°C–90°C)
1. SVC 122°F (50°C) 154°F (68°C) 90°F (32°C) 122°F (50°C)
2. HTC 158°F (70°C) 190°F (88°C) 122°F (50°C) 18°F (10°C) above B.P.
3. LTC 149°F (65°C) 185°F (85°C) 113°F (45°C) 9°F (5°C) above B.P.
4. VUC 131°F (55°C) 167°F (75°C) 97°F (36°C) 131°F (55°C)

Minimizing Vapor Loss

Cutting vapor loss helps reduce costs and environmental seals. Use only EPDM gaskets with 3M™ Novec™
impact of any solvent cleaning process. 3M recommends Engineered Fluid HFE-71DE and HFE-71DA, and with
that customers review and implement as many of the co-solvent systems.
containment and recovery procedures as possible. These
procedures include extending the freeboard and adding 2 Minimize dragout losses by using a programmable
freeboard chiller coils as discussed above. Additional fluid hoist system.
containment procedures include: 3 Check periodically for leaks in piping and pumps.
1 Reduce the potential for leaks with 3M Novec
™ ™
A halogen leak detector is recommended.
Engineered Fluids HFE-7100, HFE-7200 and 4 Avoid threaded pipe fittings.
HFE-71IPA by using Buna N or EPDM gaskets and

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Part Processing
The ideal boil-up and agitation rate is based upon the anticipated soils, substrates, parts geometry and throughput. Part
Processing Boil-Up and Agitation Rate Guidelines are intended to assist in identifying optimal cleaning conditions.
Cleaning trials may also be required. For additional help in optimizing your cleaning application, call your 3M sales
representative or a 3M authorized 3M™ Novec™ Engineered Fluid distributor.

Table 3
Part Processing Boil-Up and Agitation Rate Guidelines
Agitation and Low Medium High
Boil-up1 (Agitation provided (Agitation from (Standard for
from boil and slight pump action in Ultrasonic)
spray bar action) spray bars)

LOW 1 2 3
0.5 x Boil-up rate • Open structure • Ultrasonics not • Parts with tight
metal parts (no appropriate clearances and
close tolerances) • Small amounts of small amounts of
• Parts with large carry-over2 are carry-over
heat capacity present

MEDIUM 4 5 6
1 x Boil-up rate • Open structure • Ultrasonics not • Parts with tight
parts not suited appropriate clearances and
to ultrasonics • Medium carry- medium carry-
• Medium carry- over present over
over present
• Open structure
parts with medium
heat capacity

HIGH 7 8 9
2 x Boil-up rate • Open structure • Ultrasonics not • Parts with open
plastic parts with appropriate blind holes (typical
low heat capacity • Large carry-over of electrical
connectors)

1
“Boil-up” is the rate at which material is vaporized from the boil sump (lbs./hr.), divided by the number of lbs. of material in a
completely filled rinse sump.
2
“Carry-over” is the solvent and soil carried from the cleaning sump to the rinse sump during cleaning. Examples of parts with
high, medium and low carry-over are: (high) electric motor windings, unsealed electrical connectors, and small nested parts;
(medium) electric coil windings, assembled bearings, and printed circuit boards; (low) unassembled bearings and single parts.

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Solvating Agents for the Co-Solvent Process
The recommended solvating agents for the 3M™ Novec™ Combinations of these solvating agents are possible. The
Engineered Fluid co-solvent process are manufactured by solvating agent selected will depend on the cleaning
Petroferm, Inc. These solvating agents (e.g., SA-70, SA- application and the efficiency of the solvating agent
24) have been tested and approved for use with 3M™ chosen must be verified by the user. Your 3M
Novec™ Engineered Fluid HFE-7100. representative and your 3M authorized distributor can
offer guidance in solvating agent selection.
In addition, there are other solvating agents that can be
used in the Novec fluid co-solvent cleaning process.

Table 4
3M Novec™ Engineered Fluids Materials Compatibility
™

Testing on 3M™ Novec™ Engineered Fluid HFE-7100 and HFE-71IPA indicate good compatibility with a variety of metals,
plastics and elastomers. Novec fluid HFE-7100 is compatible with the following substrates (one hour of exposure at
boiling temperature).
Metal Plastics Elastomers
Aluminum Acrylic Butyl Rubber
Copper Polyethylene Natural Rubber
Carbon Steel Polypropylene Nitrile Rubber
302 Stainless Steel Polycarbonate EPDM
Brass Polyester
Zinc Nylon
Molybdenum Epoxy
Tantalum PMMA
Titanium PVC
Tungsten PET
Cu/Be Alloy C172 ABS
Magnesium Alloy AZ31B

3M™ Novec™ Engineered Fluid HFE-71DE and HFE-71DA are compatible with the following substrates (one hour of
exposure at boiling temperature).

Metal Plastics Elastomers

Aluminum Parts containing Parts containing
Copper plastic materials elastomeric materials
Carbon Steel should be evaluated should be evaluated
302 Stainless Steel for compatibility for compatibility
Brass prior to cleaning prior to cleaning
Zinc with Novec fluids with Novec fluids
Molybdenum HFE-71DE and HFE-71DE and
Tantalum HFE-71DA HFE-71DA
Titanium
Tungsten
Cu/Be Alloy C172
Magnesium Alloy AZ31B

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General Operation Practices
The following operating practices are recommended to reduce vapor and dragout losses and to ensure parts are thoroughly
cleaned, rinsed and dried.

1 Eliminate drafts near the cleaning equipment. 5 Use spray only if required and then only below the
Drafts increase vapor losses by causing disturbances in cooling coils. Misdirected spraying can splash
the vapor-air interface. above the coils and increase losses.
2 A sliding cover is recommended to minimize 6 Arrange parts so that fluids drain readily. Some parts
vapor-air interface disturbances. Opening the can trap fluids, making them more difficult to rinse
cover slowly will reduce vapor losses. and increasing fluid dragout losses. Tumbling the
parts before removing them from the vapor zone will
3 Do not begin cleaning operations until the help remove excess fluid.
equipment is at operating temperature. This will
help ensure the parts are adequately heated and that 7 Do not lift parts above the vapor zone when
the rinsing agent will evaporate when the parts are transferring from the boiling sump to the rinsing sump.
raised into the freeboard area.
8 Follow machine safety, operating and maintenance
4 The parts processing rate established for your procedures.
equipment should not be exceeded. Inadequate
residence times result in liquid being removed with the 9 Perform regular checks for fluid leaks from the
part (dragout), thereby increasing fluid losses. Suitable equipment, especially piping, valves, and housings.
residence times should be established to ensure that 10 Do not place hands below the vapor line. To place
parts are completely cleaned, rinsed and dried. parts in sumps, use hooks, automated equipment or
Automation with a programmable hoist system can long-handled baskets.
ensure that the processing time is maintained at the
established rate. 11 Monitor fluid usage and locate leaks if
usage increases.

Frequently Asked Questions

This section presents questions frequently asked by What safety features should 3M™ Novec™
customers converting equipment to one of the 3M™ Engineered Fluid systems have?
Novec™ Engineered Fluids cleaning processes.
There are a number of safety features that are used on
Why do I sometimes need new or all equipment including Novec fluid process
optimized equipment? equipment. While not all of the features are listed here,
they include: sensors to monitor the liquid level in the
New equipment or modifications to existing equipment boil sump, sensors to detect vapor flow above the
can help reduce fluid losses and improve the economy of cooling coils, a thermostat to control the heat source in
the process. In addition, several other design features can the boil sump, a coolant flow switch to sense the
help improve cleaning performance and throughput when incoming cooling water, and a manual reset thermostat
added to existing machines. to de-energize the heat source if the condenser coolant
Can my existing vapor degreaser exceeds the upper temperature limit.
be optimized? How do I locate 3M™ Novec™ Engineered
Customers can evaluate the process in existing Fluid leaks?
equipment without optimizing to confirm perform- There are a number of detection devices available
ance. If your vapor degreaser is a conventional, including common halogen leak detectors used in
two-sump batch vapor degreaser and in relatively good refrigeration servicing that will respond to Novec
condition, it could be optimized for a Novec fluid fluids. Contact your local 3M authorized distributor or
process. 3M recommends customers contact an 3M sales representative for recommendations.
approved Novec fluid equipment manufacturer for a
quotation and/or new process equipment price and Who are the equipment vendors approved
availability. 3M authorized distributors or 3M sales to make 3M™ Novec™ Engineered Fluid
representatives can recommend qualified process equipment?
equipment specialists.
Contact names, addresses, and phone numbers for the
approved equipment manufacturers in the United
States, Asia and Europe are available from 3M and 3M
authorized distributors.

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Equipment Evaluation Survey
TM
Prior to converting your process to 3M Novec Engineered Fluids, 3M recommends you complete this
TM
3
Equipment Evaluation Survey and return it to your 3M representative or 3M authorized distributor.
In response, 3M will evaluate your process and provide you with recommendations on how to modify
existing equipment for effective and efficient operation with Novec fluids.
Novec ™

Company Contact Engineered Fluids

Address
City, State/Province
Title
Phone
HFE-7100 / 7200
Zip Code
Your 3M Authorized Distributor
Fax HFE-71DE / 71DA / 71IPA
Hydrofluoroethers
Equipment
Degreaser Still
Manufacturer Manufacturer
Model Model
Serial Number Serial Number

Dimensions of Opening
Gallons Per Hour Rating Guidelines for converting a cleaning process to
Length Width Heat:

3M Novec
™ ™
Cover: Type Elec. Volt Phase
Power Manual Steam PSIG
Hoist Type Other
Freeboard Chiller

Condensing
Temp. °F
Condensing
Refrigeration Temp. °F
Engineered
Fluids
Refrigeration Temp. °F Chilled Water Temp. °F
Chilled Water Temp. °F Other Temp. °F
Other Temp. °F
Safety Controls
Safety Controls Liquid Temp. Setting
Liquid Temp. Setting High Temp. Setting
High Temp. Setting Safety Vapor Setting North America Europe Sumitomo 3M Limited Asia Pacific and
Safety Vapor Setting Vapor Up Setting 3M Specialty Materials 3M Specialty Materials 33-1, Tamagawadai 2-chome Latin America
3M Center, Building 223-6S-04 3M Belgium N. V. Setagaya-ku, Tokyo Call (U.S.) 651 736 7123
Vapor Up Setting Other (name) Setting St. Paul, MN 55144-1000 Haven 1005, Canadastraat 11 158-8583 Japan
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Process Important Notice to Purchaser: The information in this publication is based on tests that we believe are reliable. Your results may vary due
Parts Cleaned Current Solvent Usage (MO/WK) to differences in test types and conditions. You must evaluate and determine whether the product is suitable for your intended application.
Since conditions of product use are outside of our control and vary widely, the following is made in lieu of all express or implied warranties
Type Gallons (including the warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose): 3M’s only obligation and your only remedy is replacement of
product that is shown to be defective when you receive it. In no case will 3M be liable for any special, incidental, or consequential damages
Qty. Per Load based on breach of warranty or contract, negligence, strict tort, or any other theory.
Cleanliness Standards
Weight of Load
Visual
Type of Material
Ionic Testing
Cleaning Cycle Water Break 3
Immersion Other Specialty Materials

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