MMB 304S-11 - Manual - 1996

A L F A L A V A L S E P A R A T I O N
MMB 304S-11
Separator Manual
Product No. 881151-01-02
Book No. 1270103-02 V2

Alfa Laval Separation AB
Separator Manuals, dept. SKL
S-147 80 Tumba, Sweden
Telephone: +46 8 53 06 50 00
Telefax: +46 8 53 06 50 29
Printed in Sweden, 96-10
© Alfa Laval Separation AB 1996

This publication or any part thereof may not be
reproduced or transmitted by any process or
means without prior written permission of
Alfa Laval Separation AB.
Contents
1 Read this first 7
2 Safety Instructions 9
3 Separator Basics 15
3.1 Basic principles of separation 16

3.2 Design and function 18
3.3 Definitions 25
4 Operating Instructions 27
4.1 Operating routine 28
5 Service Instructions 37
5.1 Periodic maintenance 38

5.2 Maintenance Logs 41
5.3 Check points at Intermediate Service 46
5.4 Check points at Major Service 55
5.5 3-year service 57
5.6 Lifting instructions 58
5.7 Cleaning 60
5.8 Oil change 63
5.9 Vibration 65
5.10 General directions 66
6 Dismantling/Assembly 71
6.1 Inlet/outlet and bowl 73

6.2 Bowl spindle and frame 87
6.3 Friction coupling 96
6.4 Flat belt and tightener 102
6.5 Oil filling device 107
6.6 Brake 108
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6.7 Frame feet 110
7 Trouble-tracing 111
7.1 Trouble-tracing procedure 112

7.2 MMB mechanical function 113
7.3 Purification faults 118
7.4 Clarification faults 120
8 Technical Reference 121
8.1 Technical data 122

8.2 Connection list 125
8.3 Interface description 126
8.4 Lubricants 128
8.5 Drawings 136
8.6 Storage and installation 147
Index 157
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Study 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.
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1 Read this first
This manual is designed for operators and service

engineers working with the Alfa Laval separator
MMB 304S-11.
For information concerning the function of the
separator, see Chapter ‘‘3 Separator Basics” on
page 15, and Chapter ‘‘8 Technical Reference” on
page 121.
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
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case, study carefully all the instructions in the
System Manual.
Separator Manual and Spare Parts Catalogue
In addition to this Separator Manual a Spare
Parts Catalogue, SPC is supplied.
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. This chapter contains the
technical description and function description.
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 Trouble-
tracing part of the System Manual first.
Technical Reference
This chapter contains technical data and
drawings concerning the separator.
Index
This chapter contains an alphabetical list of
subjects, with page references.
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2 Safety Instructions
The centrifugal separator includes parts that

rotate at high speed. This means that:
• Kinetic energy is high
• Great forces are generated
• Stopping time is long
Manufacturing tolerances are extremely fine.

Rotating parts are carefully balanced to reduce
undesired vibrations that can cause a breakdown.
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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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DANGER
Disintegration hazards
• Use the separator only for the purpose

and parameter range specified by
Alfa Laval.
• If excessive vibration occurs, stop
separator and keep bowl filled with
liquid during rundown.
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• When power cables are connected,
always check direction of motor rotation.
If incorrect, vital rotating parts could
unscrew.
• 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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• Welding or heating of parts that rotate
can seriously affect material strength.
• Wear on bowl and bowl hood threads
must not exceed safety limit. φ-mark on
bowl hood must not pass opposite
φ-mark by more than specified distance.
• Inspect regularly for corrosion and
erosion damage. Inspect frequently if
process liquid is corrosive or erosive.
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DANGER
Entrapment hazards
• Make sure that rotating parts have come

to a complete standstill before starting
any dismantling work.
• To avoid accidental start, switch off and
lock power supply before starting any
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dismantling work.
• Assemble the machine completely
before start. All covers and guards must
be in place.
Electrical hazards
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• Follow local regulations for electrical
installation and earthing (grounding).
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WARNING
Crush hazards
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• Use correct lifting tools and follow lifting
instructions.
• Do not work under a hanging load.
Noise hazards
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• Use ear protection in noisy
environments.
CAUTION
Burn hazards
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• Lubrication oil and various machine
surfaces can be hot and cause burns.
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• Sharp edges on separator bowl discs

and threads can cause cuts.
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Warning signs in the 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
This type of safety instruction indicates a

situation which, if not avoided, could result in
fatal injury or fatal damage to health.
WARNING
Type of hazard

disabling injury or disabling damage to
health.
CAUTION
Type of hazard

light injury or light damage to health.
NOTE
This type of instruction indicates a situation
which, if not avoided, could result in damage
to the equipment.
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3 Separator Basics
Contents
3.1 Basic principles of separation 16
3.2 Design and function 18

3.2.1 Application 19
3.2.2 Design 20
3.2.3 Outline of function 20
3.2.4 Separating function 21
3.2.5 Water seal in the purification mode 22
3.2.6 Displacement of oil 22
3.2.7 Gravity disc 22
3.2.8 Clarifier disc 22
3.2.9 Power transmission 23
3.2.10 Sensors and indicators 24
3.3 Definitions 25
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3.1 Basic principles of separation 3 Separator Basics
3.1 Basic principles of

separation
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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Separation by gravity Sedimentation 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.
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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
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.
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The centrifugal solution
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3 Separator Basics 3.1 Basic principles of separation
Separating temperatures
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.
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High viscosity (with low temperature)
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Low viscosity (with high temperature)
Density difference
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)

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Low density (with high temperature)
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3.2 Design and function 3 Separator Basics
3.2 Design and function
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Periodic maintenance is essential
Periodic maintenance in accordance with the
instructions in this manual is essential for upholding
correct running conditions and achieving an
optimal separation process. The following parts are
subject to maintenance at regular intervals:
1 Separator inlet, outlet, frame hood and bowl

2 Bowl spindle and frame
3 Friction coupling
4 Flat belt and tightener
5 Brake
6 Oil filling device and sight glass
7 Frame feet
8 Electric motor
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3 Separator Basics 3.2 Design and function
3.2.1 Application
The MMB 304S-11 is a high-speed centrifugal
separator intended for marine and land
applications. It is specifically designed for
cleaning of mineral oils from water and solid
particles (sludge).
It handles the following types of lubricating oils
and low viscosity fuel oils:
• Distillate, viscosity 1,5 - 5,5 cSt/40 °C.
• Marine diesel oil, viscosity 13 cSt/40 °C.
• Lubricating oil
− R & O type
− Detergent
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− Steam turbine
The cleaned oil is discharged continuously, while The MMB 304S-11 separator
the solid particles are collected in the separator
and have to be removed manually.
The separator can be operated either as a purifier
or as a clarifier. When operated as a purifier the
separator discharges the separated water. When
the oil contains only small amounts of water the
separator is operated as a clarifier, collecting the
water together with the solid particles.
The separator has to be installed together with
devices for control of start, stop, feed, back
pressure and seal water.
DANGER
Use the separator only for the purpose and

parameters (type of liquid, rotational speed,
temperature, density etc.) specified in
chapter ‘‘8 Technical Reference” on page
121 and in the Purchase Order documents.
Consult your Alfa Laval representative before
any changes outside these parameters are
made.
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3.2.2 Design
The separator comprises a frame consisting of
the frame lower part (H), the intermediate part (E)
and the frame top part (D) with a frame hood (B).
The separator bowl (C) is driven by an electric
motor (G) via a flat-belt power transmission (L)
and bowl spindle (F). The motor drive is equipped
with a friction coupling (I) to prevent overload.
3.2.3 Outline of function

The separation process takes place in the rotating
bowl. Unseparated oil is fed into the bowl through
the inlet (201). The oil is cleaned in the bowl and
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leaves the separator through the outlet (220) via a
paring chamber.
Sectional view
Impurities heavier than the oil are collected in the
Main parts, inlets and outlets
sludge space at the bowl periphery. The sludge
has to be removed manually at regular intervals. A Inlet and outlet
Permissible pressures and operating conditions B Frame hood
C Bowl
are specified in chapter ‘‘8 Technical Reference”
D Frame top part
on page 121. E Frame intermediate part
The processing parts of the separator are shown F Bowl spindle
in the illustration on next page. G Electric motor
H Frame lower part
There are no contacting surfaces between I Friction coupling
process rotating parts (the bowl) and stationary K Brake
parts (inlet, outlet, feed devices), and the L Flat belt
interfacing surfaces are not sealed. As the M Frame feet
separation process is carefully balanced
201 Oil inlet
regarding pressures and fluid levels, leakages will 206 Inlet for liquid seal and displacement water
not occur as long as the correct running 220 Oil outlet
conditions are maintained. 221 Water outlet
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3.2.4 Separating function

The separator can operate in one of two modes:
• The purification mode in which three-phase
separation takes place. The separated oil and
water are continuously discharged from two
separate outlets (220 and 221). The
separated solid particles - the sludge - must
be removed manually at appropriate
intervals.
This is the most common mode of operation
for this separator.
• The clarification mode in which two-phase
separation takes place. The oil is
continuously separated from the heavy
phase, consisting of water and sludge.
This is an optional mode of operation and is
only suitable for oils containing very small
amounts of water.
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Separation takes place in the separator bowl to
which uncleaned oil is fed through the oil inlet
The bowl and the separating principle
(201). The oil is distributed by the distributor (E)
towards the periphery of the bowl. 201 Oil inlet
When the unseparated oil reaches the slots in the 206 Sealing and displacement water
distributor, it rises through the channels formed by 220 Oil outlet
221 Water outlet
the disc stack (G) where it is evenly distributed
A Gravity disc
between the discs. B Guiding cone
The oil is continuously separated from water and C Paring chamber cover
sludge as it travels towards the centre of the bowl. D Paring disc
E Distributor
When the cleaned oil leaves the disc stack it rises
F Top disc
upwards and enters the paring chamber. From
G Disc stack
there it is pumped by the paring disc (D) and H Bowl hood
leaves the bowl through the oil outlet (220). I Bowl body
J Sludge basket
Separated sludge (solid particles) and water –
which are heavier – move towards the bowl
periphery. In the purification mode, separated
water rises along the outside of the disc stack,
passes above the top disc up to the gravity disc
(A) and leaves the bowl through the water outlet
(221) of the separator.
The sludge collects in a sludge basket (J), which
is emptied manually.
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3.2.5 Water seal in the

purification mode
To prevent oil from escaping past the outer edge
of the top disc (F) and through the water outlet
(221), the bowl must be provided with a water
seal. This is done by filling the bowl with water
through the water inlet (206) before the
uncleaned oil is fed to the separator. When the oil
feed is turned on, the water is forced towards the
bowl periphery and an interface (h1) is formed
between the water and the oil. The position of this
interface is determined by the inner diameter of a
gravity disc (A).
3.2.6 Displacement of oil

To avoid oil losses when opening the bowl for
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cleaning, displacement water can be fed to the
bowl. Before the separator is stopped, the oil feed
is shut off and displacement water added through Principle of liquid seal and displacement water in
purification
the water inlet (206). This water changes the
h1 Oil/water interface
liquid balance in the bowl, and the interface (h1)
A Gravity disc
moves inwards to a new position, increasing the F Top disc
water volume in the sludge space. When the bowl 206 Water inlet
is stopped, mainly water and sludge remains 221 Water outlet
inside the bowl body.
3.2.7 Gravity disc

In the purification mode, the position of the
interface (h1) can be adjusted by replacing the
gravity disc (A) for one with larger or smaller
diameter.
The correct gravity disc is selected from a
nomogram, see ‘‘8.5.6 Gravity disc nomogram”
on page 146.
3.2.8 Clarifier disc

In the clarification mode, the gravity disc is
replaced by a clarifier disc which seals off the
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water outlet. In this case no water seal is required

and consequently there is no oil/water interface in
the bowl. The clarifier disc is an optional disc with Location of gravity disc and clarifier disc
a hole diameter of 40 mm. This disc is not shown
in the nomograms.
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3.2.9 Power transmission
Bowl spindle
In addition to its primary role in the power
transmission system, the bowl spindle also
serves as lubricator for spindle ball bearings.
The two spindle bearings are lubricated with oil
mist. An oil pump (b3) creates the oil mist, which
is sucked through the upper ball bearing by a fan
(b1). Oil is supplied via an oil filling device, which
also serves as a level indicator.
Two identical ring-shaped rubber buffers (b2)
support the top bearing housing. The buffers are
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held in place by a buffer holder and form channels
through which the recirculated oil passes.
Bowl spindle assembly and oil filling device
B Bowl spindle
b1 Fan
b2 Rubber buffers
b3 Oil pump
Belt drive
The bowl spindle is driven by a flat belt.
Adaptation to 50 or 60 Hz power supply is made
by selecting the motor belt pulley with the
appropriate diameter. A longer belt is needed for
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the pulley for 50 Hz.
Correct tension is set by means of a spring- Belt drive
loaded belt tightener.
Friction coupling
The friction coupling on the motor pulley ensures
gentle start-up and prevents overload of the
electric motor. Centrifugal force creates a torque
that acts on the pulley through the friction
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elements.
Friction coupling
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Brake
The separator is equipped with a 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 A
passed.
The brake friction element acts on the outside of
the coupling pulley.
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B
Brake on (A), brake off (B)
3.2.10 Sensors and indicators
Sight glass
The sight glass shows the oil level in the oil sump.
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3 Separator Basics 3.3 Definitions
3.3 Definitions
Back pressure Pressure in the separator outlet.
Clarification Liquid/solids separation with the intention of separating particles, normally
solids, from a liquid having a lower density than the particles.
Clarifier disc 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 outlet in the
bowl, thus no liquid seal exists.
Counter pressure See Back pressure.
Density Mass per volume unit. Expressed in kg/m3 at a specified temperature,
normally at 15 °C.
Gravity disc 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.
Interface Boundary layer between the heavy phase (water) and the light phase (oil) in a
separator bowl.
Intermediate Service Overhaul of separator bowl and inlet/outlet. Renewal of seals in bowl and inlet/
(IS) outlet.
Major Service (MS) Overhaul of the complete separator, including bottom part (and activities
included in an Intermediate Service). Renewal of seals and bearings in bottom
part.
Phase Light phase: the lighter liquid separated, e.g. oil.
Heavy phase: the heavier liquid separated, e.g. water.
Purification 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, which is the major part of the mixture, shall be purified as far as
possible.
Sediment (sludge) Solids separated from a liquid.
Throughput The feed of process liquid to the separator per time unit.
Expressed in m3/hour or litres/hour.
Viscosity Fluid resistance against movement. Normally expressed in centistoke
(cSt = mm2/s), at a specified temperature.
Water seal 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.
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4 Operating Instructions
Contents
4.1 Operating routine 28

4.1.1 Before first start 28
4.1.2 Selection of gravity disc 28
4.1.3 Start after a service 29
4.1.4 Before normal start 29
4.1.5 Starting and running-up procedure 32
4.1.6 Separation 33
4.1.7 Stopping procedure 34
4.1.8 Safety stop 35
4.1.9 Removal of separated sludge 36
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4.1 Operating routine 4 Operating Instructions
4.1 Operating routine

These operating instructions describe routine
procedures to follow before and during the start,
running and stopping sequences of the separator.
If there is a System Manual, always follow the
operating instructions of the System Manual. If
there is no System Manual the instructions below
are to be followed.
4.1.1 Before first start

Technical demands for connections and logical
limitations for the separator are listed in chapter
‘‘8 Technical Reference” on page 121:
• Technical data
• Connection list
• Interface description
• Basic size drawing
• Foundation drawing.
Before first start the following shall be checked:
1. Ensure the machine is installed correctly and
that feed-lines and drains have been flushed
clean.
2. Fill oil in the oil sump. Fill up to the middle of
the sight glass. For grade and quality of oil
see ‘‘8.4.3 Recommended lubricating oils” on
page 133.
4.1.2 Selection of gravity disc

The separator is delivered with a set of gravity
discs with different diameters for purification
operation. The hole diameter of the gravity disc
sets the position of the oil/water interface in the
separator, see page 22. The separation efficiency
can be optimized by selection of the correct
diameter for each oil quality.
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4 Operating Instructions 4.1 Operating routine
As a guide the ‘‘8.5.6 Gravity disc nomogram” on

page 146 can be used. The hole diameter of the
first gravity disc to be tried can be read directly
from the nomogram. The best separation results
are obtained by using a gravity disc with as large
a hole diameter as possible.
For operating the separator as a clarifier the
diameter of the disc should be 40 mm.
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Location of gravity disc and clarifier disc
4.1.3 Start after a service

Pay special attention to unusual conditions when
starting the separator after a service. Different
fault symptoms are listed in chapter ‘‘7 Trouble-
tracing” on page 111.
4.1.4 Before normal start

Check these points before every start.
1. Make sure that the bowl is clean and that the
separator is properly assembled.
2. Make sure that the bolts of the outlet cover
and the hooks and screws for the frame hood
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are fully tightened.

Check assembly and tightenings
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3. Make sure that all couplings and connections

are securely tightened to prevent leakage.
4. Make sure that the inlet pipe is tightened.
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Check for leakages (not admitted)
5. Read the oil level. The line in the middle of
the sight glass shows the minimum level.
Refill if necessary.
For grade and quality of oil see ‘‘8.4.3
Recommended lubricating oils” on page 133.
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Check the oil level
6. Release the brake (B).
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B
Release the brake
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7. Make sure the direction of rotation of the

motor and bowl corresponds to the sign on
the frame.
Remove the safety device A, see illustration.
Look through the slot in the frame hood and
make a quick start and stop. Correct
rotational direction is clockwise.
DANGER
If the direction of rotation is wrong, vital parts

could unscrew.
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Check that rotational direction of the bowl is clockwise
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4.1.5 Starting and running-up

procedure
1. Start the separator.
2. Be alert for unusual noises and conditions.
3. Note the normal occurrence of critical speed
periods. Some vibrations 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.
DANGER
When excessive vibration occurs, keep bowl

filled and stop separator.
The cause of the vibration must be identified
and rectified before the separator is
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restarted.
Excessive vibration may be due to incorrect Check for vibration
assembly or insufficient cleaning of the bowl.
4. Check the current to the separator motor to

ensure that the separator has reached full
speed:
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then slowly drops to a low and stable value.

For normal length of the start-up period see
‘‘8.1 Technical data” on page 122. Current increases during start...
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... to decrease to a stable value when full speed has

been reached
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5. For purification:
a. Supply water to form the water-seal. The
water should have the same temperature
as the process liquid and be supplied
quickly.
b. Close the water feed when water flows
out through the water outlet.
c. Start the oil feed slowly to avoid breaking
the water seal. Then fill the bowl as
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quickly as possible.
6. For clarification: Water outlet
a. Start the oil feed with full flow. Fill the
bowl as quickly as possible.
7. For both purification and clarification
modes:
Check the separator inlet and outlet
pressures. See recommended values in your
System Manual.
8. Adjust to desired throughput.
4.1.6 Separation
Do regular checks on:
• oil inlet temperature (if applicable)
• water collecting tank level (if applicable)
• sound/vibration of the separator
• back pressure
• motor current.
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4.1.7 Stopping procedure

1. Feed sealing water until water flows out
through the water outlet. Then close this feed.
2. Turn off the oil feed.
3. Stop the separator.
4. Pull the brake (A).
Wait until the separator has come to a
complete standstill (3-4 minutes). A
Remove the safety device and look through
the slot in the frame hood to see the
movement of the bowl.
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Release the brake when the separator is at
standstill (B).
B
The final action, pull the brake
DANGER
Entrapment hazards
Make sure that rotating parts have come to a

complete standstill before starting any
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dismantling work.
The separator must not be dismantled before

standstill
NOTE
Manual cleaning must be carried out before
next start up. See below, ‘‘4.1.9 Removal of
separated sludge” on page 36.
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4.1.8 Safety stop
If the separator begins to vibrate excessively

during operation, stop it immediately by pushing
the safety stop. The separator motor is switched
off.
• Keep the bowl filled during the run-down to
minimize the excessive vibration.
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• Evacuate the room. The separator may be
hazardous when passing its critical speeds
Hazard!
during the run-down.
CAUTION
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After a safety stop the cause of the fault must
be identified. Push the safety stop!
If all parts have been checked and the cause

remains unclear, contact Alfa Laval for
advice.
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4.1.9 Removal of separated

sludge
Separated sludge is collected in the sludge
basket inside the bowl. Remove the sludge as
follows:
1. Stop the separator.
2. Open the bowl. Follow the instructions in
chapter ‘‘6 Dismantling/Assembly” on page
71.
3. Lift out the sludge basket and empty it.
4. Assemble.
The length of the periods between cleaning
depends on the feed rate of the oil and on the
quantity of solid particles in the oil. Guidelines for
emptying intervals:
Marine diesel oil - 1 week
Lubricating oil - 1 day
NOTE
The intervals are guidelines. Appropriate
intervals for a specific case must be based
on experience.
The downtime is shortened if the basket with

sludge is exchanged for a cleaned one.
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5 Service Instructions
Contents
5.1 Periodic maintenance 38 5.8 Oil change 63

5.1.1 Introduction 38 5.8.1 Oil change procedure 63
5.1.2 Maintenance intervals 38
5.1.3 Maintenance procedure 40 5.9 Vibration 65
5.1.4 Service kits 40 5.9.1 Vibration analysis 65
5.2 Maintenance Logs 41 5.10 General directions 66

5.2.1 Daily checks 41 5.10.1 Ball and roller bearings 66
5.2.2 Oil change - monthly 42 5.10.2 Before shut-downs 69
5.2.3 IS - Intermediate Service 43
5.2.4 MS - Major Service 44
5.3 Check points at Intermediate

Service 46
5.3.1 Corrosion 46
5.3.2 Erosion 48
5.3.3 Cracks 49
5.3.4 Threads of inlet pipe, paring disc 50
5.3.5 Spindle top cone and bowl body
nave 51
5.3.6 Threads on bowl hood and bowl
body 52
5.3.7 Disc stack pressure 54
5.4 Check points at Major Service 55

5.4.1 Paring disc height adjustment 55
5.4.2 Radial wobble of bowl spindle 56
5.5 3-year service 57
5.6 Lifting instructions 58
5.7 Cleaning 60
5.7.1 Cleaning agents 61
5.7.2 Cleaning of bowl discs 62
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5.1 Periodic maintenance
5.1.1 Introduction
Periodic, preventive maintenance reduces the
risk of unexpected stoppages and breakdowns.
Maintenance logs are shown on the following
pages in order to facilitate periodic maintenance.
DANGER
Separator parts that are 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 parts to clean,
check and renew at different maintenance
intervals.
The Service Logs for each maintenance interval
later in this chapter give detailed enumeration of
the checks that must be done.
Daily checks consist of simple check points to
carry out for detecting abnormal operating
conditions.
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.
Time of operation between oil changes can be
extended from the normal 1500 hours to 2000
hours if a synthetic oil of group D is used.
In seasonal operation change the oil before a new
period.
IS - Intermediate Service consists of an overhaul

of the separator bowl, inlet and outlet every 3
months or 2000 operating hours. Seals in bowl
and gaskets in the inlet/outlet device are
renewed.
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MS - Major Service consists of an overhaul of the

complete separator every 12 months or 8000
operating hours. An Intermediate Service is
performed, and the flat belt, friction elements,
seals and bearings in the bottom part are
renewed.
3-year service consists of service of the coupling
bearings, service of frame intermediate part and
renewal of frame feet. The rubber feet get harder
with increased use and age.
Service schedule
Oil change
Intermediate Service = IS
Major Service = MS
3-year Service
MS MS MS MS
IS IS IS IS IS IS IS IS IS IS IS IS IS IS IS IS
Installation 1st year 2nd year 3-year

Service
Other
Check and prelubricate spindle bearings of
separators which have been out of service for 6
months or longer. See also ‘‘5.10.2 Before shut-
downs” on page 69.
NOTE
Do not 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
three digits.
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5.1.3 Maintenance procedure

At each Intermediate and Major Service, take a
copy of the Service 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
Service Log and described in Chapter ‘‘6
Dismantling/Assembly” on page 71.
Place the separator parts on clean, soft
surfaces such as pallets.
2. Inspect and clean the dismantled separator
parts according to the Service Log.
3. Fit all the parts delivered in the Service kit
while assembling the separator as described
in chapter ‘‘6 Dismantling/Assembly” on page
71. The assembly instructions have
references to check points which should be
carried out during the assembly.
5.1.4 Service kits

Special service kits are available for Intermediate
Service (IS) and Major Service (MS).
For other services the spare parts have to be
ordered separately.
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Note that the parts for IS are not included in the
MS kit.
The contents of the service kits are described in Spare parts kits are available for Intermediate Service
and Major Service
the Spare Parts Catalogue.
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.
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5.2 Maintenance Logs
5.2.1 Daily checks

The following steps should be carried out daily.
Main component and activity Part Page Notes
Inlet and outlet
Check for leakage Connecting housing 30
Separator bowl
Check for vibration and noise 32
Belt transmission
Check for vibration and noise 32
Oil sump
Check Oil level 30
Electrical motor
Check for heat, vibration and noise

See manufacturer’s instructions
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5.2.2 Oil change - monthly

The oil change and check of belt transmission
should be carried out every 1500 hours of
operation.
When using a group D oil, time of operation
between oil changes can be extended from the
normal 1500 hours to 2000 hours.
When the separator is run 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 (less than 2000 hours if a group
D oil is used).
See chapter ‘‘8.4 Lubricants” on page 128 for
further information on oil brands etc.
Bowl spindle and transmission
Check Belt tension 102
Change Oil in oil sump 63
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5.2.3 IS - Intermediate Service

Name of plant: Local identification:
Separator: MMB 304S-11 Manufacture No./Year:
Total running hours: Product No.: 881151-01-02
Date: Signature:
Renew all parts included in the Intermediate Service kit (IS) and do the following activities.

Inlet and outlet, frame
Clean and inspect Threads of inlet pipe 50
Paring disc 50
Housings and frame hood
Separator bowl
Clean and inspect Bowl hood 52
Top disc 62
Bowl discs 62
Distributor
Threads on bowl hood and 52
bowl body
Bowl spindle cone and bowl 51
body nave
Check Disc stack pressure 54
Galling of guide surface 52
Corrosion, erosion, cracks 46 - 48
Power transmission
Check Belt and belt tension 102
Change Oil in oil sump 63
Electrical motor
Lubrication (if nipples are fitted) See sign on motor
Signs and labels on separator
Check attachment and legibility Safety label on hood 144
Other plates and labels
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5.2.4 MS - Major Service
Name of plant: Local identification:

Separator: MMB 304S-11 Manufacture No./Year:
Total running hours: Product No.: 881151-01-02
Date: Signature:
Renew all parts included in the Intermediate and Major Service kits and do the following
activities.

Inlet and outlet, frame
Clean and inspect Threads of inlet pipe 50
Paring disc 50
Housings and frame hood
Separator bowl
Clean and inspect Bowl hood 52
Top disc 62
Bowl discs 62
Distributor –
Threads on bowl hood and 52
bowl body
Bowl spindle cone and bowl 51
body nave
Check Height of paring disc 55
Disc stack pressure 54
Galling of guide surface 52
Corrosion, erosion, cracks 46 - 48
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Vertical driving device
Clean and inspect Oil mist fan 94
Oil pump 90
Bowl spindle 87
Ball bearing housing 87
indentations
Check Radial wobble of bowl spindle 56
Oil sump
Clean Oil sump 63
Change Oil 63
Clean and inspect Oil filling device 107
Brake
Clean and inspect Brake 108
Friction coupling
Clean and inspect Friction coupling 109
Electrical motor
Replace Bearings1)
Signs and labels on separator
Check attachment and legibility Safety label on hood 144
Other signs and labels
1) See manufacturer’s instructions.
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5.3 Check points at

Intermediate Service
5.3.1 Corrosion
Evidence of corrosion attacks should be looked
for and rectified each time the separator is
dismantled. Main bowl parts such as the bowl
body and hood must be inspected with particular
care for corrosion damage.
DANGER
Disintegration hazard
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Inspect regularly for corrosion damage.
Main bowl parts to check for corrosion
Inspect frequently if the process liquid is
corrosive.
Always contact your Alfa Laval representative if

you suspect that the largest depth of a 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.
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 cause a general corrosion. The chloride
corrosion is characterised by local damage such
as pitting, grooves or cracks. The risk of chloride
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corrosion is higher if the surface is
• exposed to a stationary solution, Example of chloride corrosion in stainless steel
• in a crevice,
• covered by deposits,
• exposed to a solution that has a low pH
value.
A 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.
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This may prevent further damage.
Polish corrosion marks to prevent further damage

DANGER
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.
DANGER
Inspect regularly for erosion damage. Inspect

frequently if the process liquid is erosive.

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,
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plaster impressions or hammered-in lead.
Erosion is characterised by:
Maximum permitted erosion
• Burnished traces in the material.
• Dents and pits having a granular and shiny
surface.
Parts of the bowl particularly subjected to erosion

are:
• The paring disc.
• The top disc.
• The underside of the distributor in the vicinity
of the distribution holes and wings.
Look carefully for any signs of erosion damage.

Erosion damage can deepen rapidly and
consequently weaken parts by reducing the
thickness of the metal.
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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 areas exposed to high
cyclic material stresses. These cracks 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
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.
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 Threads of inlet pipe,

paring disc
Damage to threads or a broken paring disc can
prevent correct tightening of the inlet pipe and
cause the paring disc to scrape against the top
disc, even though the height adjustment of the
paring disc has been made correctly.
1. Examine the threads for damage and rectify if
required.
2. Examine the paring disc for damage and to
see if the disc walls have parted. If they have,
the inlet pipe has to be replaced with a new
one.
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5.3.5 Spindle top cone and bowl

body nave
Impact marks on the spindle cone or in the bowl
body nave may cause the separator to vibrate
while running.
Corrosion may cause the bowl to stick firmly to
the spindle cone and cause difficulties during the
next dismantling.
• Remove any impact marks using a scraper
and/or a whetstone.
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
conicity must not be marred.
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Use whetstone or scraper with great care.
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5.3.6 Threads on bowl hood and

bowl body
Excessive wear or impact marks on threads and
guide surfaces of the bowl hood or bowl body
may cause seizure damage.
Examine the thread condition by tightening the
bowl hood after removing the disc stack and top
disc from the bowl
When the bowl is new the alignment marks on the
bowl hood and the bowl body should be aligned. If
not, contact an Alfa Laval representative.
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Wear
If thread wear is observed, mark the bowl body at
the new position by punching a new alignment
mark. If the mark on the bowl hood passes the
mark on the bowl body by more than 25°, (A in
the illustration) an Alfa Laval representative
should be contacted immediately.
The measure A in millimetres (mm) is obtained by
calculating bowl outside diameter D times 0,2.
If the marks are illegible, an Alfa Laval
representative should be contacted for
determination and punching of new alignment
marks.
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DANGER
Wear on threads must not exceed safety

limit. φ mark on bowl hood must not pass
φ mark on bowl body by more than 25°.
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Damage
The position of threads, contact and guide
surfaces are indicated by arrows in the
illustration.
Examine for burrs and protrusions caused by
impact.
Clean the threads, contact and guide surfaces
with a suitable degreasing agent.
CAUTION
Cut hazard
The threads have sharp edges which can

cause cuts.
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If damage is found, rectify by using a whetstone
or fine emery cloth. Recommended grain size: Contact surfaces to inspect on the bowl
240.
If the damage is bad, use a fine single-cut file,
followed by a whetstone.
After rectifying, the threading has to be primed
with Molykote 1000.
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5.3.7 Disc stack pressure

The bowl hood exerts a pressure on the disc
stack clamping it in place.
NOTE
Insufficient pressure in the disc stack may

affect the bowl balance, which in turn will
cause abnormal vibration of the separator
and shorten the life of ball bearings.
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1. Place the bowl hood on the top of the disc 1 Bowl hood
stack and tighten it by hand. 2 Bowl body
The assembly mark on the bowl hood should 3 Disc stack
now be positioned at the angle “a” (see “a” Angle between assembly marks before final
illustration), 30° - 60° ahead of the tightening.
corresponding mark on the bowl body.
2. If the bowl hood can be tightened by hand
without resistance until the marks are in line
with each other, an extra disc must be added
to the top of the disc stack beneath the top
disc.
3. Re-check the disc stack pressure if one or
more discs have been added.
NOTE
The top disc can stick inside the bowl hood

and fall when the hood is lifted.
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5.4 Check points at

Major Service
5.4.1 Paring disc height

adjustment
The height of the paring disc above the frame
hood must be checked if the bowl spindle has
been dismantled or if the bowl has been replaced
with a new one.
NOTE
Incorrect height position can cause the

paring disc (A) to scrape against the paring
chamber cover. Pay attention to scraping
noise at start-up after service.
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1. Assemble the bowl and frame hood as
described in chapter ‘‘6.1.2 Inlet/outlet and
bowl - assembly” on page 79.
Before fitting the connecting housing:
2. Measure the distance according to the above
illustration. Adjust the distance by adding or
removing height adjusting rings (D).
3. Fit the connecting housing (B) and the inlet/
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outlet housing. Tighten the nut with 30 Nm.
Left-hand thread!
4. Rotate the bowl spindle by hand by means of
the flat belt. If it does not rotate freely or if a
scraping noise is heard, incorrect height
adjustment or incorrect fitting of the inlet pipe
can be the cause. Remove the parts and
readjust.
5. Finally, fit the safety device.
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5.4.2 Radial wobble of bowl

spindle
The bowl spindle wobble must be measured if the
bowl spindle has been dismantled or if rough bowl
run (vibration) occurs.
NOTE
Spindle wobble will cause rough bowl run.
This leads to vibration and reduces lifetime of
ball bearings.
Check the wobble before removing the bowl

spindle.
If the bowl spindle has been dismantled check the
wobble before installing the bowl.
1. Fit a dial indicator in a support and fasten it in
position as illustrated.
2. Remove the cover from the frame bottom part
for access to the flat belt. Use the flat belt to
turn the spindle.
3. Permissible radial wobble: max. 0,04 mm.
If the spindle wobble is more than the
maximum permitted value, contact Alfa Laval
representatives.
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4. Finally fit the cover to the frame bottom part.
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5.5 3-year service
Exchange of frame feet

See ‘‘6.7.1 Mounting of new frame feet” on page
110.
Friction coupling
Exchange of ball bearings, see ‘‘6.3 Friction
coupling” on page 96.
Frame intermediate part

Replace O-ring, see ‘‘6.2 Bowl spindle and frame”
on page 87.
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5.6 Lifting instructions

1. Remove the inlet/outlet housings, the frame
hood and the bowl according to the
instructions in chapter ‘‘6.1.1 Inlet/outlet and
bowl - dismantling” on page 75.
NOTE
Make sure to remove the cap nut fixing the
bowl to the bowl spindle.
Before lifting the bowl, check that the bowl

hood has been screwed home into the bowl
body. Less than 2 mm of bowl hood threading
must remain above the bowl body edge. See
illustration.
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When lifting the bowl, use the compression
tool fastened on the distributor.
A <2 mm
2. Disconnect the motor cables.

3. Tighten the frame hood.
4. Fit the lifting eyes. The two eyebolts must be
fitted in the holes nearest to the electric
motor.
5. Use two endless slings to lift the separator.
Length of each sling: minimum 1,5 metres.
Thread the slings through the lifting eyes and
fit them to the hook of the hoist.
6. Unscrew the foundation bolts.
7. When lifting and moving the separator, obey
normal safety precautions for lifting large
heavy objects.
Do not lift the separator unless the bowl has
been removed.
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L, minimum 750 mm distance between lifting eye and

hook. Use a lifting hook with catch.
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8. Remove the lifting eyes afterwards.
WARNING
Crush hazards
Use only the two special lifting eyes (M12)

for lifting the machine. They are to be
screwed into the special threaded holes.
Other holes are not dimensioned for lifting
the machine.
A falling separator can cause accidents
resulting in serious injury and damage.
NOTE
Separator without bowl: Use lifting slings for
WLL 300 kg.
Bowl: Use lifting slings for WLL 100 kg.
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5.7 Cleaning
External cleaning
The external cleaning of frame and motor should
be restricted to brushing, sponging or wiping
while the motor is running or is still hot.
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:
• Many 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.
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• Water directed on a hot motor may cause
Use a brush and a sponge or cloth when cleaning
condensation resulting in short-circuiting and
internal corrosion.
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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Never wash down a separator with a direct water

stream or spray
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5.7.1 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
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the separator parts.
• For cleaning of lube oil separators the most Alfa Laval cleaning liquid for lube oil separators is
important function of the cleaning agent is to available in 25-litre plastic containers.
be a good solvent for the gypsum in the
sludge. It should also act as a dispersant and Alfa Laval cleaning liquid for fuel oil separators is
emulsifier for oil. It is recommended to use available in 5-litre plastic containers.
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 for fuel oil
separators has been developed for this
purpose. The liquid is water soluble, non-
flammable 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.
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.
5.7.2 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 mild chemical cleaning is therefore
preferable to mechanical cleaning.
1. Remove the bowl discs from the distributor

and lay them down, one by one, in the
cleaning agent.
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2. Let the discs remain in the cleaning agent

until the deposits have been dissolved. This Put the discs one by one into the cleaning agent
will normally take between two and four
hours.
3. Finally clean the discs with a soft brush.
WARNING
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Cut hazards
The discs have sharp edges that can cause Clean the discs with a soft brush
cuts.
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5.8 Oil change
5.8.1 Oil change procedure
NOTE
Before adding or renewing lubricating oil in
the oil sump, the information concerning
different oil groups, handling of oils, oil
change intervals etc. given in chapter ‘‘8.4
Lubricants” on page 128 must be well known.
The separator should be level and at standstill

when oil is filled or the oil level is checked. The
MIN-line refers to the oil level at standstill.
1. Place a collecting vessel under the drain
hole.
2. Pull out (A) the oil filling device and turn it half
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a turn (B).
3. Collect the oil in the vessel.
CAUTION
Burn hazards
The lubricating oil and various machine
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surfaces can be sufficiently hot to cause
burns.
4. Turn the oil filling device back to position (A),

the drain hole pointing upwards.
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NOTE
When changing from one group of oil to
another, the frame housing and the spindle
parts must be thorougly cleaned before the
new oil is filled.
5. Fill the oil sump in the frame housing with

new oil. The oil level should be slightly above
middle of the sight glass. Information on
volume see ‘‘8.1 Technical data” on page 122.
6. Push in the oil filling device.
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5.9 Vibration
5.9.1 Vibration analysis

A separator normally vibrates and produces a
different sound when passing through its critical
speeds during run-up and run-down.
It also vibrates and sounds to some extent when
running. It is good practice to be acquainted with
these normal conditions.
Excessive vibrations and noise indicate that
something is wrong. Stop the separator and
identify the cause.
Use vibration analysis equipment to periodically
check and record the level of vibration.
The level of vibration of the separator should not
exceed 9 mm/s.
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DANGER
Measuring points for vibration analysis
When excessive vibration occurs, keep bowl

filled and stop separator.
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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5.10 General directions
5.10.1 Ball and roller bearings

Specially designed bearings for the bowl
spindle
The bearings used for the bowl spindle are
special to withstand the speed, vibration,
temperature and load characteristics of high-
speed separators.
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Only Alfa Laval genuine spare parts should be
used. 1. Outer race
2. Ball/roller
A bearing that in appearance looks equivalent to 3. Inner race
the correct may be considerably different in 4. Cage
various respects: inside clearances, design and
tolerances of the cage and races as well as
material and heat treatment.
NOTE
Using an incorrect bearing can cause a
serious breakdown with injury to personnel
and damage to equipment as a result.
Do not re-fit a used bearing. Always replace
it with a new one.
Dismantling
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.
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NOTE
For bearings where no driving-off sleeve is included in
Do not hit with a hammer directly on the the tool kit, use a puller when removing bearings
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, 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.
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Clean and smear the bearing seating before assembly
• When assembling ball bearings, the bearings

must be heated in oil to maximum 125 °C.
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The bearing must not be in direct contact with the

container
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NOTE
Heat the bearing in a clean container with a
cover.
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.
• There are several basic rules for assembling

cylindrical bore bearings:
− Never directly strike a bearing’s 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.
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Use a driving-on sleeve for bearings that are not

heated
Angular contact ball bearings

Always fit single-row angular contact ball
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bearings with the wide shoulder of the inner race

facing the axial load (upwards on a bowl spindle).
The wide shoulder of the inner race must face the
axial load
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5.10.2 Before shut-downs
Before 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
71.
• Protect parts in contact with process liquid
from corrosion by applying a thin layer of oil.
• Remove the O-rings.
• 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.
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NOTE
Remove the bowl if the separator is left at standstill for
The bowl must not be left on the spindle
more than one week
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.
If the separator has been shut-down for more

than 3 months but less than 12 months, an
Intermediate Service (IS) has to be made before
the separator is put into operation again.
If the shut-down period has been longer than 12
months, a Major Service (MS) should be carried
out.
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6 Dismantling/Assembly
Contents
6.1 Inlet/outlet and bowl 73

6.1.1 Inlet/outlet and bowl − dismantling 75
6.1.2 Inlet/outlet and bowl − assembly 79
6.2 Bowl spindle and frame 87

6.2.1 Bowl spindle and frame
− dismantling 87
6.2.2 Bowl spindle and frame
− assembly 91
6.3 Friction coupling 96

6.3.1 Friction coupling − dismantling 97
6.3.2 Friction coupling − assembly 99
6.4 Flat belt and tightener 102
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6.4.1 Belt replacement and tightening 102
6.5 Oil filling device 107

6.5.1 Dismantling/assembly 107
DANGER
6.6 Brake 108
Entrapment hazard
6.6.1 Checking of friction element 109
To avoid accidental start, switch off and lock

6.7 Frame feet 110 power supply before starting any dismantling
6.7.1 Mounting of new frame feet 110 work.
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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
‘‘5.3.7 Disc stack pressure” on page 54.
In this example, look up check point Disc stack
pressure in Chapter 5 for further instructions.
Tools
Special tools from the tool kit must be used for
dismantling and assembly. The special tools are
specified in the Spare Parts Catalogue.
Additional tools needed for dismantling but not
included in the tool kit are shown here.
For bowl and bowl spindle
1. Screw driver
2. Torque wrench (50 Nm) with socket 16 mm
3. Pliers for internal snap ring
4. Ball bearing puller
5. Screw vice with copper liners
6. Adjustable wrench, length approx. 400 mm
7. Adjustable wrench or spanner, width of jaws
24 mm
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Two lifting slings, working load limit (WLL): >300 kg
For friction coupling and flat belt

1. Pliers for internal snap ring
2. Pliers for external snap ring
3. T-handle, extension rod and socket 13 mm
4. Adjustable wrench or spanner, width of jaws
36 mm
5. Hammer
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6.1 Inlet/outlet and bowl
A Safety device
B Nut
C Inlet housing
D Outlet housing
E Frame hood (incl. connecting housing)*
F Lock ring
G Gravity disc/clarifier disc
H Leader cone
I Paring chamber cover
* The connecting housing is removed from the frame

hood top at paring disc adjustment (Major Service).
Left-hand thread
Loctite 242/407
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J Inlet pipe
K Bowl hood
L Top disc
M Bowl discs
N Distributor
O Sludge basket
P Bowl body
Q Cap nut
Left-hand thread
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6.1.1 Inlet/outlet and bowl −
dismantling
The frame hood and the heavy bowl parts must
be lifted by means of a hoist. Position the hoist
exactly above the bowl centre. Use an endless
sling and a lifting hook with catch.
The parts must be handled carefully. Don’t place
parts directly on the floor, but on a clean rubber
mat, fibreboard or a suitable pallet.
1. Remove safety device (A) and look through
the slot in the frame hood to see if the bowl
still rotates.
DANGER
Entrapment hazards

dismantling work.
The bowl parts can remain very hot for a

considerable time after the bowl has come to
a standstill.
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2. Unscrew nut (B) clockwise and lift off inlet
and outlet housings (C, D) together with the
connecting hoses.
Left-hand thread!
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3. Remove the four hooks and lift off frame hood
(E).
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4. Unscrew lock ring (F) clockwise by using the
special tool; “Spanner for lock ring”.
Left-hand thread!
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5. Lift off gravity disc/clarifier disc (G) and leader
cone (H).
NOTE
If the gravity disc has to be replaced owing to
changed operating conditions, see ‘‘8.5.6
Gravity disc nomogram” on page 146.
6. Carefully prise loose paring chamber cover (I)

by using a screwdriver. Lift off the paring
chamber cover.
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7. Lift out inlet pipe (J) with the paring disc.
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8. Preparations for unscrewing of bowl hood (K):
− Fit the spanner to the bowl hood and
secure it with the bolt (1).
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− Fit the compression tool and screw down
the central screw until it stops (2).
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− Compress the disc stack by tightening

the nut (3) firmly.
NOTE
Use the compression tool as instructed.
Use of substitute tools can damage the
equipment.
9. Unscrew bowl hood (K) clockwise by using a

tin hammer.
Left-hand thread!
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10. Lift off the bowl hood with the spanner still
attached.
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11. Lift out top disc (L), bowl discs (M) and
distributor (N).
12. Remove the disc stack from the compression
tool.
Screw the nut of the compression tool up
against the central screw eye bolt, turn the
unit with the tool still attached upside down
and hit it against a firm base. This will
facilitate loosening of the top disc.
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13. Lift out the sludge basket (O).
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14. Unscrew cap nut (Q).

Left-hand thread!
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15. Lift out bowl body (P) using the special tool.
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− Ease the bowl body off with the central
screw of the tool. If necessary, knock on
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the handle.
− Soak and clean all parts thoroughly in
suitable cleaning agent, see ‘‘5.7.1
Cleaning agents” on page 61.
− Remove O-rings and replace them with
spares from the intermediate service kit
(IS).
✔ Check points
‘‘5.3.1 Corrosion” on page 46,
‘‘5.3.2 Erosion” on page 48,
‘‘5.3.3 Cracks” on page 49.
6.1.2 Inlet/outlet and bowl −

assembly
Make sure that the following check points are
carried out before and during assembly of the
separator bowl.
• Bowl spindle cone and bowl body nave.
• Threads on bowl hood and bowl body.
• Disc stack pressure.
• Inlet pipe and paring disc.
• Paring disc height adjustment (normally only
at Major Service).
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J Inlet pipe N Distributor

K Bowl hood O Sludge basket
L Top disc P Bowl body
M Bowl discs Q Cap nut
Molykote 1000 Paste

Left-hand thread (thin layer to be rubbed into surface)
Silicone grease (thin layer)
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A Safety device
B Nut
C Inlet housing
D Outlet housing
E Frame hood (incl. connecting housing)
F Lock ring
G Gravity disc/clarifier disc
H Leader cone
I Paring chamber cover
Left-hand thread
Loctite 242/407
Molykote 1000 Paste

(thin layer to be rubbed into surface)
NOTE
Be sure bowl parts are not interchanged.
Out of balance vibration will reduce ball
bearing life.
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1. Wipe clean the spindle top and nave bore in
bowl body (P). Apply oil to the tapered end of
the spindle, smear the oil over the surface
and wipe off surplus with a clean cloth.
✔ Check point
‘‘5.3.5 Spindle top cone and bowl body nave”
on page 51.
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2. Fit the bowl body on the spindle. Avoid
damaging the spindle cone.
a. Attach the special “Lifting tool” to the bowl
body nave.
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b. Screw down the central screw of the tool,
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then lower the bowl body until the screw
rests on the spindle top.
c. Screw up the central screw and the bowl
body will sink down on the spindle cone.
3. Screw cap nut (Q) counter-clockwise onto the
spindle. Tighten firmly.
Left-hand thread!
✔ Check point
Before assembling the bowl discs, check the
threads of the bowl hood and bowl body, see
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‘‘5.3.6 Threads on bowl hood and bowl body”

on page 52.
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4. Assemble bowl discs (M) with top disc (L) and
distributor (N). Make sure that the pins in the
distributor fit properly into the holes of the top
disc.
5. Fit the “Compression tool and screw down
the central screw until it stops.
Compress the disc stack by tightening the nut
firmly.
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Oil
NOTE
Use the compression tool as instructed.
Use of substitute tools can damage the
equipment.
6. Fit the disc stack assembly in the bowl body.

Make sure that the cuts in the wings on the
underside of the distributor fit properly in the
corresponding lugs of the bowl.
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7. Fit the special “Spanner for the bowl hood” to
the bowl hood (K) and tighten the securing
bolt.
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Install the bowl hood:
− Apply a thin layer of Molykote Paste 1000
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to the threads and on contact and
locating surfaces.
− Screw on the bowl hood by hand.
Left-hand thread!
✔ Check point
‘‘5.3.7 Disc stack pressure” on page 54.
8. Tighten the bowl hood by using a tin hammer.
Strike the spanner handle until bowl hood lies
tightly against bowl body. In a new bowl, the
assembly marks now will be in line with each
other.
DANGER
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The assembly mark on the bowl hood must
never pass the mark on the bowl body by
more than 25°.
✔ Check point
‘‘5.3.6 Threads on bowl hood and bowl body”
on page 52.
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9. Place inlet pipe (J) in the bowl.
✔ Check point
‘‘5.3.4 Threads of inlet pipe, paring disc” on
page 50.
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10. Fit paring chamber cover (I) by pressing it
down gently.
11. Assemble leader cone (H) and gravity disc/
clarifier disc (G).
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12. Fit lock ring (F).
Apply a thin layer of Molykote Paste 1000 to
the threads and on contact and locating
surfaces.
Left-hand thread!
Molykote 1000 Paste

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13. Fit frame hood (E).
In case of Major Service remove the
connecting housing and fit a new O-ring on
the insert (2).
✔ Check point
‘‘5.4.1 Paring disc height adjustment” on page
55. To be performed at Major Service and if
the bowl spindle has been dismantled.
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1. Connecting housing
2. Insert
3. Height adjusting ring(s)
14. Fit inlet/outlet housings (C and D).

Tighten nut (B).
Left-hand thread!
NOTE
To avoid damage on the inlet pipe the
tightening torque must not exceed 30 Nm.
Then rotate the bowl by means of the flat belt.
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If the bowl does not rotate freely or a scraping
noise is heard, incorrect bowl assembly or
incorrect height adjustment of the paring disc
can be the cause.
15. Fit the cover on the frame bottom part if it has
been removed.
16. Make sure that the gasket on the safety
device is in position. If not, glue with Loctite
407.
Fit and secure safety device (A).
17. Fit the connecting hoses if they have been
removed. Make sure to fit their gasket rings.
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6.2 Bowl spindle and
frame
6.2.1 Bowl spindle and frame −

dismantling
Before dismantling the bowl spindle, the inlet and
outlet housings, frame hood and bowl as well as
the flat belt must be removed.
Before dismantling, in the case of Major Service,
or if the separator vibrates while running, see
✔ Check point
‘‘5.4.2 Radial wobble of bowl spindle” on page
56.
A Seal ring
AA Frame top part
B Deflector ring/O-ring
C Top bearing cover
D Gasket
E Fan
F Buffer holder
G Rubber buffers
H Bowl spindle
I Ball bearing holder
J Ball bearing
K Snap ring
L Ball bearing
M Oil pump
N Belt pulley
O O-ring
P Frame, intermediate part
Q O-ring
MS Parts to be renewed at Major Service

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1. Loosen but do not remove the motor adapter
screws. Remove the cover from the frame
bottom part. Remove the flat belt.
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2. Remove the screws and lift off frame top part
(AA). Lip seal ring (A) must removed in the
case of Major Service, or if found damaged.
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3. Clean the bowl spindle cone in place and

remove deflector ring (B).
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4. Remove, in the following sequence:
− Top bearing cover (C)
− Gasket (D)
− Fan (E)
− Buffer holder (F)
− Rubber buffer (G)
NOTE
Be very careful not to damage the wings of
the buffer holder.
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5. Screw the cap nut (left-hand thread) onto the
spindle top to protect the top and bore.
Lift out spindle assembly (H), rubber buffer
(G) and O-ring (O).
Remove snap ring (K) by using a pair of pliers
and pull off ball bearing holder (I).
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6. Clamp the bowl spindle (H) in a screw vice.
Lubricate and fit the special “Mounting and
dismantling tool” (1).
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Use a long spanner (450-650 mm) to press
belt pulley (N) off the spindle (H).
Remove oil pump (M) by hand.
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Molykote 1000 Paste
Oil
7. Pull off ball bearing (L) using a puller and

thrust washer. Pull off bearing (j) using the
special “Mounting tool” and a hammer.
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NOTE
Always discard a used bearing.
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8. Every 3 years, lift off frame intermediate part
(P) and fit a new O-ring (Q). This O-ring is not
included in any service kit, but must be
ordered separately.
9. Clean the oil sump.
10. Clean all dismantled parts thoroughly in a
degreasing agent and check for damage and
corrosion.
Replace all parts supplied in the spare parts
kits.
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6.2.2 Bowl spindle and frame −
assembly
A Seal ring
AA Frame top part
B Deflector ring/O-ring
C Top bearing cover
D Gasket
E Fan
F Buffer holder
G Rubber buffers
H Bowl spindle
I Ball bearing holder
J Ball bearing
K Snap ring
L Ball bearing
M Oil pump
N Belt pulley
O O-ring
P Frame, intermediate part
Q O-ring
MS Parts to be renewed at Major Service
Loctite 242
Molykote 1000 Paste

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1. Assemble the frame intermediate part (P). Fit
a new O-ring (Q). (To be done at each 3-year
service).
Use a torque wrench and tighten the screws
lightly crosswise at first. Then tighten all
around to 45 Nm.
Secure the screws with Loctite 242.
Loctite 242
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2. Inspect the tapered end of the bowl spindle.
Assemble ball bearings (J and L).
Heat the new ball bearings in oil to maximum
125 °C. Use the special “Mounting tool” from
the tool kit.
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NOTE
Always fit new bearings.
If in doubt how to install roller bearings in a
correct way, please see the detailed
description in ‘‘5.10.1 Ball and roller
bearings” on page 66.
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3. Fit oil pump (M) and belt pulley (N). Make
sure that the recess in the belt pulley fits over
the guide pin in the oil pump.
Heat the belt pulley in a heating cabinet to
250-300 °C for at least 2 hours before fitting.
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4. Fit ball bearing holder (I) and secure it with
snap ring (K).
Fit O-ring (O) and rubber buffer (G).
Lower spindle assembly (H) carefully into the
separator intermediate frame.
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5. Assemble, in the following sequence:
− Rubber buffer (G)
− Buffer holder (F)
− Fan (E)
− Gasket (D)
− Top bearing cover (C)
Make sure that the φ 3 mm hole in fan (E) is
clean and the lugs in the fan enter the
recesses in the bowl spindle.
Before tightening, make sure that there is
some play (X) between top bearing cover (C)
and the frame. The play will disappear when
the screws are tightened.
Tighten the screws sequentially (not
crosswise) in order to successively compress
the rubber buffers.
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6. Push down deflector ring (B) till it stops.

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7. Assemble frame top part (AA). If lip seal ring
(A) has been removed, fit a new one before
the frame top part is put in place.
Make sure the lip seal is turned the correct
way. See illustration.
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8. Tighten the screws of the top frame using a
torque wrench.
Tighten the screws slightly crosswise at first.
Then tighten all around to 45 Nm.
Secure the screws with Loctite 242.
Loctite 242
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9. Fit and adjust the flat belt, see ‘‘6.4.1 Belt

replacement and tightening” on page 102.
✔ Check point
‘‘5.4.2 Radial wobble of bowl spindle” on page
56.
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6.3 Friction coupling
If the separator does not attain full speed within
about 2 minutes, the friction elements or the
coupling may be worn or greasy. The friction
elements must then be replaced with new ones or
be thoroughly cleaned from grease.
DANGER
Entrapment hazards

dismantling work.
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A Snap ring
B Snap ring
C Ball bearings
D Washer
E Belt pulley
F Coupling hub
G Friction element
H Cover
I Snap ring
(MS) = Set of friction elements included in the Major

Service Kit
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6.3.1 Friction coupling −
dismantling
1. Check that the belt tightener is in backward
position.
2. Remove the motor adapter screws.
3. Remove the side cover from the frame
bottom part.
4. Loosen but do not remove the two screws
securing the brake.
5. Remove the flat belt.
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6. Remove the electric motor complete with the
friction coupling and motor adapter.
Weight of motor including adapter and friction
coupling is not more than 20 kg.
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7. Remove snap ring (I), cover (H) and friction
elements (G).
If the friction elements are worn, fit new ones.
Replace all friction elements even if only
one is worn.
If the friction elements are only greasy:
Clean the friction elements and the inside of
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8. Remove the screw, spring washer and
washer from the friction coupling.
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Complete dismantling of the friction coupling
9. Lubricate and fit the special “Mounting and
dismantling tool”.
Ease off the coupling.
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Molykote 1000 Paste

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Oil
10. Remove snap rings (A and B) and drive off

coupling hub (F). Turn the coupling, i.e. belt
pulley (E) with bearings (C), the other way
round and drive off the ball bearings and
washer, using a tube.
NOTE
Always discard a used bearing.
11. Clean all parts in a degreasing agent and

replace parts supplied in the spare parts kits.
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6.3.2 Friction coupling −
assembly
Before the friction coupling is assembled,
examine all parts thoroughly for wear and
corrosion.
1. Assemble the new ball bearings in belt pulley
(E) by using a tube and a hammer.
Apply Loctite 641 on the outer surfaces of ball
bearings (C).
Knock down the bearings carefully (do not
forget washer D) by using the tube which
must rest on the outer race of the bearing.
The new bearings must not be heated as
they are packed with grease and sealed with
plastic membranes.
After the assembly of the bearings, fit snap
ring (B).
Loctite 641
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NOTE
Do not refit used bearings.
2. Apply Loctite 641 on the coupling hub (F) and

knock it down into the belt pulley by using a
hammer.
3. Fit snap ring (A).
Loctite 641
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4. Wipe clean the motor shaft and apply a thin
oil film on it. Fit the special “Mounting and
dismantling tool” to the motor shaft (by means
of the small screw on one end of the tool) and
press the friction coupling onto the shaft.
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Molykote 1000 Paste
Oil
5. Fit the screw with the washer and spring

washer to secure the friction coupling.
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Assembly of friction elements
6. Fit new friction elements (G), cover (H) and
snap ring (I).
− A coupling with two friction elements (G)
is used for 60 Hz installations.
− A coupling with four friction elements (G)
is used for 50 Hz installations.
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7. Degrease and clean the contact surfaces of
frame and motor adapter. Lubricate the
contact surfaces with Molykote 1000 paste.
Then fit the electric motor with adapter and
friction coupling in position.
Molykote 1000 Paste

Also lubricate the threads of the belt tightener

with Molykote 1000 paste or similar.
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8. Fit and tighten the flat belt, see ‘‘6.4.1 Belt
replacement and tightening” on page 102.
9. Tighten the brake screws and fit the cover.
NOTE
The belt must be re-tightened before starting
the separator, see next page.
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6.4 Flat belt and tightener
The flat belt must be removed before dismantling
of the bowl spindle or the friction coupling. The
procedure is the same when replacing the belt at
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a Major Service.
A new belt must be retightened twice:
• 30 minutes after the belt has been installed.
The separator must not be started until the
retightening has been made.
• after approximately 24 hours of operation.
NOTE
Do not start the separator unless the flat belt
has been retightened after 30 minutes. If
started, the belt may slip and be damaged.
6.4.1 Belt replacement and

tightening
If only tightening of flat belt should be done, only
steps 3 and 7-11 have to be performed.
DANGER
Entrapment hazards

dismantling work.
Look into the slot in the frame hood to see if
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separator parts are rotating or not.
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1. Remove the cover and the brake handle.
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2. Check that the belt tightener is in backward
position.
NOTE
Pay attention to the air gap “A” between the
cup springs and the threaded sleeve. The
distance “A” must not exceed 0,5 mm.
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Otherwise a correct belt tightening will be
impossible.
3. Loosen the motor adapter screws.
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4. Remove the existing belt and clean the
raceways of the bowl spindle and the friction
coupling by using a degreasing agent. Wipe
the raceways with a clean rag after cleaning.
Exercise the greatest possible cleanliness.
There must be no dirt, oil or grease on the
raceways.
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5. Remove the motor adapter screws. Lift the
motor together with adapter and friction
coupling and check that there is a sufficient
film of Molykote 1000 Paste, or an equivalent
lubricating paste, between the adapter and
the frame surface. Lower the motor after
checking. Fit the motor adapter screws but do
not tighten them.
The weight of motor including adapter and
friction coupling is not more than 20 kg.
The threads of the belt tightener should be
lubricated with Molykote 1000 Paste or
similar.
Molykote 1000 Paste

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6. Fit a new belt. Start on the motor side.
Tighten the belt by moving the motor
backwards by hand. Pull the belt around a
few turns by hand.
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7. Rotate the belt tightener by rotating the shaft
until it makes contact with the frame pad.
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8. Tighten the shaft (1) further until the threaded
sleeve (2) and dog (3) are disengaged.
“Shake” the motor by hand several times
during this operation in order to overcome the
friction between the motor adapter and the
frame.
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9. Tighten the motor adapter screws.
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10. Loosen the belt tightener by rotating the

threaded sleeve (2) backwards.
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11. Rotate the shaft (1) relative to the threaded
sleeve (2) until the threaded sleeve (2) and
dog (3) are engaged again with a clicking
sound.
.
NOTE
If the springs (4) are not decompressed they
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will loose their tension and correct tightening
of belt will be impossible.
12. Let the belt stay in this position for at least 30

minutes without starting the separator.
Then repeat steps 3 and 7-11 above. After
this proceed to step 13.
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NOTE
Do not start the separator unless the flat belt
has been retightened after 30 minutes. If
started, the belt may slip and be damaged.
13. Fit the cover and the brake handle.

14. The separator may now be started.
NOTE
The belt must be retightened when the
separator has been in operation
approximately 24 hours after the belt
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change: Repeat steps 3 and 7-11.
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6.5 Oil filling device
6.5.1 Dismantling/assembly
Drain off the oil, see ‘‘5.8 Oil change” on page 63.
Unscrew nipple (4) and pull off the oil filling
device. Then unbend the round safety wire (6)
and pull off the nipple (4).
1. If plate (8) is to be replaced, wipe the sight
glass (7) with a degreasing agent.
2. Fit the new plate on the outside of the sight
glass. The plate is self-adhesive.
3. Mark the position of the plate relative to the
recess in sleeve (1).
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Assemble the oil filling device and fit it into the
frame. Note that the mark on sleeve (1) must be
positioned opposite the mark on the frame. Fill
the sump with new oil.
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1 Sleeve for oil filling 5 Sealing ring

2 O-ring 6 Round safety wire
3 O-ring 7 Sight glass
4 Nipple 8 Plate
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6.6 Brake
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A Brake handle
B Cylindrical pin with hole
C Split pin
D Bracket
E Spring
F Spindle with friction element
Oil
Molykote 1000 Paste

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6.6.1 Checking of friction
element
A worn or oily friction element will lengthen the
stopping time. Remove bracket (D) with the
brake. Examine the friction element.
• If the friction element is worn; Fit a new
complete spindle (F) (includes friction
element).
• If the friction element is oily; Clean the
element and its surface in contact with the
belt pulley with a suitable degreasing agent.
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Checking of bracket (D), spindle (F) and
spring (E)
Rust can form on the brake parts and cause the
brake to jam.
Remove rust from the spindle and the
corresponding guide surface on the bracket. Rub
the surface of the spindle with lubricating paste.
Replace the spring with a new one if it has lost its
stiffness. Oil the spring when assembling.
Molykote 1000 Paste
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Checking the brake

After the brake assembly has been fitted, release
the brake and rotate the bowl slowly by hand. If a
scraping noise is heard, the friction element is
probably touching the coupling pulley surface (A).
If so, it is necessary to adjust the position of the
motor adapter and retighten the flat belt, see ‘‘6.4
Flat belt and tightener” on page 102.
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6.7 Frame feet
6.7.1 Mounting of new frame feet

When replacing the frame feet, the separator
must be lifted.
Remove the bowl before lifting the separator.
Follow ‘‘5.6 Lifting instructions” on page 58.
1. Loosen the foundation bolts and lift the

separator.
2. Remove the existing frame feet.
3. Mount the new feet.
4. Place the separator in its original position and
fasten the foundation bolts.
5. Remove the two eye bolts.
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6. Assemble the separator bowl, see ‘‘6.1.2
Inlet/outlet and bowl - assembly” on page 79.
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7 Trouble-tracing
Contents
7.1 Trouble-tracing procedure 112
7.2 MMB mechanical function 113 Trouble-tracing

7.2.1 The separator does not start 113
7.2.2 Start-up time too long 113
7.2.3 Starting power too low 113 Study the
System Manual’s
7.2.4 Starting power too high 113
Trouble-tracing
7.2.5 Separator vibrates during chapter first.
starting sequence 114
(if applicable)
7.2.6 Separator vibrates during
normal running 115
7.2.7 Smell 115
7.2.8 Noise 115
7.2.9 Speed too high 116
7.2.10 Speed too low 116
If the problem is not solved
7.2.11 Stopping time too long 116
in the System Manual’s
7.2.12 Water in oil sump 116 Trouble-tracing, continue
7.2.13 Liquid flows through bowl with this chapter.
casing drain 117
7.3 Purification faults 118

7.3.1 Unsatisfactory separation
result 118
7.3.2 Outgoing water contains oil 118
7.3.3 Oil discharge through water outlet =
broken water seal 119
7.4 Clarification faults 120

7.4.1 Unsatisfactory separation result 120
7.4.2 Oil discharge through water outlet 120
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7.1 Trouble-tracing
procedure
This chapter applies to trouble-tracing concerning
functions of the separator only. It does not include
the other equipment in your processing system.
Always start with trouble-tracing instructions in
the System Manual, and if required, continue with
the instructions below. If the problem still is not
solved, contact your Alfa Laval representative.
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7.2 MMB mechanical
function
7.2.1 The separator does not start

Possible cause Action
No power supply to motor Check power supply.
7.2.2 Start-up time too long
Brake applied. Release.
Friction elements worn or oily. Fit new friction elements or clean the old ones if they
are oily.
Belt tension too loose. Tighten the belt.
Motor failure. Repair.
Incorrect power supply (50 Hz instead of Use applicable 60 Hz power supply.

60 Hz).
Bearings damaged or worn. Install new bearings.
7.2.3 Starting power too low
Motor failure. Repair the motor.
7.2.4 Starting power too high
Motor failure. Repair the motor.
Brake applied Release the brake.
50 Hz pulley running on 60 Hz power After immediate stop, install correct pulley.

supply.
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starting sequence
NOTE
Some vibration is normal during starting
sequence when the separator passes
through its critical speeds.
Bowl out of balance due to: After emergency stop, identify and rectify cause.
− poor cleaning
− incorrect assembly
− too few discs
− insufficiently tightened bowl Incorrectly tightened bowl hood involves fatal
hood. danger.
− bowl assembled with parts from
other separators.
Height adjustment of paring disc is Check and adjust.

incorrect.
Vibration dampers in frame feet worn out. Fit new frame feet.
Bowl spindle bent (max. 0,04 mm). Fit a new bowl spindle.
Top and/or bottom bearing damaged or Fit new bearings.

worn.
Spindle top bearing rubber buffer Fit new rubber buffer.

defective.
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normal running
Uneven sludge deposits in sludge space. Clean the bowl.
Bearings damaged or worn. Fit new bearings.
Vibration-dampers in frame feet worn out. Fit new frame feet.
Spindle top bearing rubber buffer Fit new rubber buffer.

defective.
7.2.7 Smell
Normal occurrence during start as the None.

friction elements slip.
Belt slips. Tighten the belt. Check for oily pulleys.
Brake is applied. Release the brake.
Top and/or bottom bearing overheated. Fit new bearings.
7.2.8 Noise
Oil level in oil sump is too low. Read oil level and add oil if necessary.
Height adjustment of paring disc is Check and adjust.

incorrect.
Top and/or bottom bearing damaged or Fit new bearings.

worn.
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7.2.9 Speed too high
Incorrect transmission (50 Hz pulley After immediate stop, install correct transmission.
running on 60 Hz power supply).
Frequency of power supply (50/60 Hz). Check.
7.2.10 Speed too low

Brake is applied. Release the brake.
Friction elements worn or oily. Fit new friction elements or clean the old ones if they
are oily.
Belt tension too loose. Tighten the belt.
Motor failure/motor bearings. Repair the motor.
Top/bottom bearings damaged or worn. Fit new bearings.
Bearing overheated/damaged. Fit new bearings.
Incorrect transmission (60 Hz pulley Make sure that the pulley is intended for 50 Hz
running on 50 Hz current). power supply.
7.2.11 Stopping time too long
Brake worn or oily. Fit a new brake or clean if oily.
7.2.12 Water in oil sump
Bowl casing drain obstructed. Clean. Change oil in oil sump.
Leakage at top bearing. Fit a new seal ring and change oil in oil sump.
Condensation. Clean the oil sump. Change oil in oil sump.
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7.2.13 Liquid flows through bowl
casing drain
High water content in oil. None (normal).
Broken water seal. See 7.3.3.

The supply of displacement/sealing water Straighten the hose or clean the strainer. Check the
is not sufficient due to clogged strainer, water flow.
kinked hose or low water pressure.
Seal ring on gravity disc/clarifier disc Fit a new seal ring.

defective.
Bowl hood seal ring defective. Fit a new seal ring.
Seal rings in paring disc device defective. Fit new seal rings.
Bowl speed too low. Make sure current is on and brake is off. Retighten
the flat belt or inspect motor and power transmission.
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7.3 Purification faults

result
Gravity disc hole too small. Use a gravity disc with a larger hole.
Incorrect separating temperature. Adjust temperature.
Throughput too high. Reduce throughput.
Sludge space in bowl is filled. Empty the sludge basket in the bowl.
Disc stack clogged. Clean the bowl discs.
Inlet clogged. Clean.
Bowl speed too low. See ‘‘7.2.10 Speed too low” on page 116.
7.3.2 Outgoing water contains oil
Gravity disc hole too large. Use a gravity disc with a smaller hole.
Seal ring under the gravity disc defective. Fit a new seal ring.
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7.3.3 Oil discharge through
water outlet = broken water
seal
Gravity disc too large. Use a gravity disc with a smaller hole.
Separation temperature too low. Increase temperature.
Valve(s) in oil outlet line closed. Open the valve(s) and adjust back pressure to
normal value.
Sealing water volume too small. Supply more water.
Seal ring under gravity disc defective. Fit a new seal ring.
Bowl incorrectly assembled. Examine and make correct.
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7.4 Clarification faults

result
Separating temperature too low. Adjust.
Feed oil contains water. Re-assemble and operate the separator as a purifier.
Sludge space in bowl filled. Empty the sludge basket.
7.4.2 Oil discharge through water

outlet
Valve(s) in outlet line closed. Open the valve(s) and adjust to normal back
pressure.
Seal ring under gravity disc is defective. Fit a new seal ring.
Bowl incorrectly assembled. Examine and make correct.
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8 Technical Reference
Contents
8.1 Technical data 122
8.2 Connection list 125
8.3 Interface description 126

8.3.1 General 126
8.3.2 Definitions 126
8.3.3 Component description and signal
processing 127
8.3.4 Function graph and running
limitations 127
8.4 Lubricants 128

8.4.1 Lubrication chart 128
8.4.2 Recommended lubricants 131
8.4.3 Recommended lubricating oils 133
8.4.4 Recommended oil brands 134
8.5 Drawings 136

8.5.1 Basic size drawing 136
8.5.2 Foundation plan 137
8.5.3 Dimensions of connections 138
8.5.4 Electric motor 140
8.5.5 Machine plates and safety labels 144
8.5.6 Gravity disc nomogram 146
8.6 Storage and installation 147

8.6.1 Storage and transport of goods 147
8.6.2 Planning of installation 150
8.6.3 Foundations 152
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8.1 Technical data
Alfa Laval ref. 556410, 557397
Units according to ISO Standard.

The manufacturer reserves the right to change
specifications without notice.
Product number 881151-01-02
Separator type MMB 304S-11
Purpose – Continuous purification of fuel oil or lubricating oil from solid

particles and water.
– Continuous clarification of fuel oil or lubricating oil from solid
particles.
The flash point of the oil to be separated must be >60 °C.
Hydraulic capacity Maximum 3,2 m3/h
Process capacity1) Maximum oil flow:
Fuel oils, diesel engine
- Distillate:
viscosity 2,5 m3/h
1,5-5,5 cSt/40 °C
- Marine Diesel Oil:

viscosity 13 cSt/40 °C 2,1 m3/h
Lubricating oils, by-pass

treatment, optimum
- R & O type:
Crosshead diesel 1,1 m3/h
- Detergent:
Crosshead diesel 1,1 m3/h
Trunk piston diesel 0,7 m3/h
- Steam turbine:
55 °C 1,3 m3/h
70 °C 2,1 m3/h
Maximum density feed 1100 kg/m3

sediment 1600 kg/m3
1) At the maximum permissible oil density, 991 kg/m 3 at +15 °C.

Density preferably measured at +50 °C and according to ASTM method D
1298-80, corrected to +15 °C according to ASTM tables D 1250-80.
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Feed temperature Minimum 0 °C
Maximum +100 °C
Ambient temperature Minimum +5 °C

Maximum +55 °C
Motor 2-pole 2,2 kW standard motor for 3-phase 50 or 60 Hz.

Direct on-line start. Y/D-start: maximum 5 seconds in Y position.
Power consumption idling 0,6 kW

running (at max. capacity) 1,7 kW
max. power consumption 2,4 kW (at starting-up)
Speed The prescribed speed of the bowl spindle is stamped on the name
plate of the machine. The speed must not be exceeded.
Gear ratio (pulleys): 130:41 (50 Hz), 106:41 (60 Hz)
.
Maximum speed of 50 Hz 60 Hz
rotation, rpm
Motor shaft 3000 3600
Bowl 9510 9510
Starting time 1,4 - 1,6 minutes
Stopping time Running down with brake applied min. 3 max. 4 minutes
without brake 15 minutes (average)
Maximum running time empty bowl 480 minutes

without flow
filled bowl 480 minutes
Sludge and water space

volume 0,82 litres net
Required water quality Fresh water
Lubrication See ‘‘8.4 Lubricants” on page 128
Lubricating oil volume 0,5 litre
Weight Separator without motor Net weight approx.147 kg

Motor Net weight, approx. 16 kg
Complete bowl Approx. 27 kg
Overhead hoist for 300 kp is required
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Shipping data According to “Basic equipment”
Weight Net 185 kg, gross 235 kg
Volume 1,06 m3
Sound power level 8,6 bel(A) ISO 3744, at product

flow rate 2 m3/h
Sound pressure level 72 dB(A) ISO 3744, at product

flow rate 2 m3/h
Vibration level Separator in use 9 mm/s (RMS)
Materials Bowl spindle steel
Frame, lower and upper parts cast iron (“Centriblue” finish1))
Frame hood silumin (grey finish1))
Bowl body and hood, disc stack,

gravity discs, sludge basket stainless steel
Other bowl parts brass
Oil paring disc brass
Other inlet and outlet parts stainless steel, brass, cast iron
1)
An epoxy enamel
NOTE
The separator is a component operating in an integrated system including a monitoring
system. If the technical data in the system description does not agree with the technical
data in this instruction manual, the data in the system description is the valid one.
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8.2 Connection list
Alfa Laval ref. 557433
Connection No. Description Requirements/limit
201 Inlet for process liquid
Permitted temperatures Maximum +100 °C

minimum 0 °C
206 Inlet for liquid seal and displacement liquid
Liquid seal water flow 5,5 ±0,6 litres/minute
Liquid seal water period 30 seconds
Quality requirements Fresh water
220 Outlet for light phase (oil)
Pressure Maximum 280 kPa
221 Outlet for heavy phase (water) No counterpressure
701 Motor for separator
Allowed deviation from nominal frequency Maximum ±5%

(momentarily during maximum 5 seconds ±10%)
‘‘8.5.1 Basic size drawing” on page 136, and

‘‘8.5.3 Dimensions of connections” on page 138.
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8.3 Interface description
8.3.1 General
In addition to the Connection List this document
describes limitations and conditions for safe
control, monitoring and reliable operation.
At the end of the document a function graph and
running limitations are found.
8.3.2 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.
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 the following conditions:
• 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.
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8.3.3 Component description and
signal processing
Separator motor 701
The separator is equipped with a 3-phase DOL-
(direct-on-line) started 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.
8.3.4 Function graph and running

limitations
E
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A Stand still
B Starting mode
C Running mode
D Stop mode
E Safety stop mode
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8.4 Lubricants
Alfa Laval ref. 553216-01
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8.4.1 Lubrication chart
Lubricating points Lubricants
A Bowl spindle ball bearings are lubricated by oil Lubricating oil as specified in ‘‘8.4.4
mist. Recommended oil brands” on page 134.
B Bowl spindle taper Lubricating oil, only a few drops for rust
protection.
C Bowl: Some of the guide surfaces and lock Pastes as specified in ‘‘8.4.2 Recommended
ring joints. lubricants” on page 131.
Threads of cap nut.
Screw head joints. If not specified otherwise, follow the supplier’s
Pressure-loaded surfaces recommendation about method of application.
Tools
D Rubber seal rings Grease as specified in ‘‘8.4.2 Recommended

lubricants” on page 131.
− Friction coupling ball bearings The bearings are packed with grease and
sealed and need no extra lubrication.
− Electric motor Follow the manufacturer’s instructions.
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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 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.
NOTE
Check the oil level before start. Top up when
necessary. Oil volume see ‘‘8.1 Technical
data” on page 122.
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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 lubricant manufacturer’s
instructions.
CAUTION
Skin irritation hazard
Personnel handling the oil must be instructed

in its use (e.g. the possible risk of skin
irritation, dermatitis). Ask for and follow the
instructions from the oil supplier.
Spray should only be used in well ventilated
localities.
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8.4.2 Recommended lubricants
Pastes and bonded coatings for non-food

applications:
Manufacturer Designation Alfa Laval No. Application
Gleitmolybdän Gleitmo 805 K or

805 K, varnish 901
Gleitmo Paste G rapid 537086-04
All pressure
Dow Corning Molykote paste 1000 537086-02 loaded
spray D321 R 535586-01 surfaces
varnish D321 R 535586-02
Rocol Antiscuffing paste (ASP)
Klueber Wolfracoat C paste
Russian Standard VNII NP 232

Gost 14068-90
Silicone grease:
Manufacturer Designation Alfa Laval No.
Dow Corning Molykote 111 compound

100 g 539474-02
25 g 539474-03
Gleitmolybdän Silicone paste 750
Wacker Silicone Paste P

(vacuum paste)
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Greases for ball and roller bearings:
Manufacturer Designation Alfa Laval No.
BP Energrease MMEP2
Energrease LS2
Castrol Spheerol SW2 EP

Spheerol EPL2
Chevron Duralith grease EP2
Exxon Beacon EP2
Mobil Mobilith SHC 460

Mobilux EP2
Gulf Gulflex MP2
Q8 Rembrandt EP2
Shell Cailithia EP Grease T2

Alvania EP Grease 2 or R.A
SKF LGEP2 or LGMT2
Texaco Multifak AF B2
Multifak premium 2,3
Russian Standard Fiol 2M, Litol 24

TU 38.201.188
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8.4.3 Recommended lubricating
oils
Two different groups of lubricating oils are

approved. They are designated as Alfa Laval
lubricating oil groups A and D which are
described on page 129.
The numerical value after the letter in the table
states the viscosity grade.
.
Ambient temperature Alfa Laval lubricating oil Time in operation

group Oil change interval
between +15 and +45 °C A/150 1500 h
between +2 and +65 °C D/220 2000 h
The corresponding commercial oil brands are

listed on next page.
Note:
• 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.
Alfa Laval do not accept responsibility for any
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damage caused by the use of lubricants which
deviate from the recommended lubricants listed in
this manual. Alfa Laval lube oil
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8.4.4 Recommended oil brands
Alfa Laval lubricating oil group A/150

List of commercial oil brands:
Viscosity grade VG 1) 150

Viscosity index VI 2) >95
Manufacturer Designation
Alfa Laval 546098-80 20 litres

546098-81 4 litres
546098-82 208 litres
546098-83 1 litre
BP Bartran 150
Castrol Alpha ZN 150
Esso/Exxon/Statoil Teresso 150

Terrestic 150
Mobil DTE Oil Extra Heavy
Shell Tellus C150, Tellus 150
Q8/Kuwait/Gulf Gulf Harmony AW 150
Texaco/Nippon Regal
R&O 150 or
Paper Machine oil HD150
Nearest standard K12-VG 150 GOST 1861-90

ISI/DIS 6743/3A
VB 150-DIN 51506
1)
According to ISO 3448/3104
2)
According to ISO 2909
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Alfa Laval lubricating oil group D/220
List of commercial oil brands:
Viscosity grade VG 1) 220

Viscosity index VI 2) >130
Manufacturer Designation
Alfa Laval 542690-80 20 litres

542690-81 4 litres
542690-82 208 litres
542690-83 1 litre
BP Enersyn HTX 220
Castrol Alpha Syn T 220
Chevron Ultragear 220
Esso/Exxon/Statoil Terrestic SHP 220, Teresso SHP 220
Lubmarine/ELF Epona SA 220
Mobile (Engen) SHC 630
Q8/Kuwait /Gulf Schumann 220
Shell Paolina 220
1)
According to ISO 3448/3104
2) According to ISO 2909
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8.5 Drawings
8.5.1 Basic size drawing

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Connections 201 and 220 are turnable
Vertical force not exceeding 5 kN/foot
Horizontal force not exceeding 7 kN/foot
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8.5.2 Foundation plan
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A 8 holes for foundation bolts
B Service side
137
8.5.3 Dimensions of connections
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Data for connections see All connections to be installed non-loaded
‘‘8.2 Connection list” on page 125 and flexible
138
139
8.5.4 Electric motor
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A. Pg16 (DIN 40430), max. wire area 2,5 mm2
Manufacturer ASEA, Denmark
Manufacturers drawing MK11DdelB3 feb1983
Standards IEC 34-1,

IEC 72-2
Size 90L
Type MT90L
Weight 16 kg
Poles 2
Insulation class F
Bearings DE 6305 C3
NDE 6204 C3
Method of cooling IC 41 (IEC 34-6)
Specification TEFC standard motor, marine performance(3
Type of mounting Degree of protection

(IEC34-7) (IEC34-5)
IM 3001 IP 54
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Article No. kW Speed Freq. Voltage Current Pow.fac n% Is/I (1 Ms/M (2 Note
RPM Hz V A cos ϕ
551218-01 2,2 2870 50 380Y 4,7 0,87 82 6,5 2,4
551218-01 2,2 2870 50 220D 8,1 0,87 82 6,5 2,4
551218-02 2,5 3460 60 440Y 4,6 0,87 82 7 2,4
551218-03 2,2 2870 50 415Y 4,7 0,80 82 7,5 3,4
551218-04 2,5 3470 60 575Y 3,4 0,87 84 7 2,6
551218-05 2,5 3460 60 208Y 9,3 0,89 84 6,5 2,2
1) ls/l=starting current/rated current
2)
Ms/M=starting torque/full load torque
3)
According to standards of following Classification
Societies:
Lloyds Register of shipping (LRS) (Essential Service)
Det Norske Veritas (DnV)
Germanischer Lloyd (GL)
Bureau Veritas (BV)
American Bureau of shipping (ABS)
Registro Italiano Navale (RINA)
USSR Register of Shipping (RSU
Required classification society must always be specified

when ordering. Factory test certificate to be enclosed at the
delivery.
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A. Max. cable diameter 16 mm B. Metal fan cover
Manufacturer ABB Motors, Spain

Manufacturers drawing AC60-01 ParteB2
Standards IEC 34-1, IEC 72
Size 90L
Type MBT 90 LB
Weight 16 kg
Poles 2
Insulation class F
Bearings DE 6205-Z
NDE 6205-Z
Method of cooling IC 41 (IEC 34-6)
Specification Totally enclosed three-phase motor
for marine service 3)
Type of mounting Degree of

IEC 34-7 protection
IEC 34-5
IM 3001 IP 55
IM 3011 IP 55
IM 3031 IP 55
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Article No. kW Speed Freq. Voltage Current Pow.fac I / |(1 Therm Note
st
RPM Hz V A cos j °C(2
552807-01 2,2 2850 50 220 D 8,3 0,85 6,2
380 Y 4,8
552807-01 2,5 3420 60 255 D 7,9 0,88 6

440 Y 4,6
552807-01 2,2 3390 60 220 D 8,3 0,88 4,9
552807-02 2,2 2870 50 415 Y 4,5 0,86 6,4
552807-03 2,2 2850 50 440 Y 4,1 0,88 6
552807-04 2,2 2850 50 200 D 9,1 0,88 6
552807-05 2,5 3420 60 220 Y 9,2 0,88 6 Y-par

440 Y 4,6 Y-ser
552807-06 2,5 3440 60 230 Y 9,0 0,86 6,3 Y-par

460 Y 4,5 Y-ser
552807-07 2,5 3420 60 575 Y 3,5 0,88 6 CSA-

plated
552807-09 2,2 2850 50 400Y 4,6 0,88 6
1) lst/l=starting current/rated current at direct-on-line

starting
2)
Thermistors tripping temp.
3)
The motors can be designed to fulfill requirements of
the following Classification Societies:
Lloyds Register of shipping (LRS) (Essential Service)
Det Norske Veritas (DnV) (Essential Service)
Germanischer Lloyd (GL) (Essential Service)
Bureau Veritas (BV) (Essential Service)
American Bureau of Shipping(ABS) (Essential Service)
Registro Italiano Navale (RINA) (Essential Service)
USSR Register of Shipping (RSU) (Essential Service)
Japanese Classific. Society (NKK) (Essential Service)
Required classification society must always be specified

when ordering. Factory test certificate to be enclosed at the
delivery.
Rated output (kW) valid for temp-rise max. 70 °C.
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8.5.5 Machine plates and safety
labels
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1. Machine plate
Separator MMB 304S-11
Manufacturing serial No / Year XXXX
Product No 881151-01-02
Inlet and outlet 548971-01
Bowl 548714-01
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Machine bottom part 548040-01/02/05 (50/60/60 Hz)

Max. speed (bowl) 9510 r/min (50 Hz), 9510 r/min (60 Hz)
Direction of rotation (bowl) ←
Speed motor shaft 3000 r/min (50 Hz), 3600 r/min (60 Hz)
El. current frequency 50/60 Hz
Recommended motor power 2,2 kW (50 Hz), 2,2 kW (60 Hz)
Max. density of feed 1100 kg/m3
Max. density of sediment 1600 kg/m3
Process temperature min./max. 0/+100 °C
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3. Safety label
DANGER
Text on label:
DANGER
Read the instruction manuals before installation,
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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.
Separator must stop rotating before any
dismantling work is started.
4. Name plate
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6. Power supply frequency
50Hz
60Hz
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7. Label
Text on label:
Read the instruction manual before lifting.
A. Space for label indicating representative
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8.5.6 Gravity disc nomogram
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Oil density, kg/m3 at 15 oC Gravity disc hole diameter, φ mm
Oil temperature, °C, °F Throughput, m3/h
Example 1 in nomogram Example 2 in nomogram

Reference in graph: _________ Reference in graph: _ _ _ _ _ _ _
Oil density 915 kg/m3 Oil density 875 kg/m3
at 15 °C (60 °F) at 15 °C (60 °F)
Separation Separation
temperature 70 °C (150 °F) temperature 30 °C (77 °F)
Throughput 2,1 m3/h Throughput 2,5 m3/h
From the graphs (heavy line), the correct From the graphs (broken line), the correct gravity
gravity disc has a hole diameter of 64 mm. disc has a hole diameter of 66 mm.
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8.6 Storage and
installation
8.6.1 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 an 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:
• Fixed on a pallet.
The separator must be stored in a dry storage
room, protected from rain and humidity. It
must be well protected from mechanical
damage and theft.
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Fixed on a pallet
• In a wooden box which is not water tight.

The separator must be stored in a dry storage
room, protected from rain and humidity.
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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.
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In a special water-resistant box for outdoor storage
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Transport
Specification
• During transport of the separator, the bowl
must always be removed from the
machine and transported separately.
• When lifting a separator it must always be
hung securely. See details in chapter ‘‘5.6
Lifting instructions” on page 58.
WARNING
Crush hazards
Use correct lifting tools and follow lifting

instructions.
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• During erection, all inlets and outlets to
separators and accessories must be covered H = minimum 750 mm
to be protected from dust and dirt.
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8.6.2 Planning of installation
Introduction
The space required for one or more separators
can be calculated by consulting ‘‘8.5.1 Basic size
drawing” on page 136, and instructions for
ancillary equipment, electrical and electronic
equipment and cables.
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Check the drawings when planning the installation
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
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controls and operation so that instruments are
easily visible. Valves and controls must be within
convenient reach. Pay attention to space Suitable space must be obtained for the maintenance
requirements for maintenance work, work work
benches, dismantled machine parts or for a
service trolley.
Space for separator

The separator shall be placed in such a way that
suitable space for maintenance and repair is
obtained.
Specification
See the ‘‘8.5.2 Foundation plan” on page 137 for
the service space required with the separator
installed.
Recommendation
The spanner for the bowl hood should have
sufficient space to make a complete turn without
touching any of the ancillary equipment
surrounding the separator.
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Lifting height for transport of bowl
Specification
A minimum height is required to lift the bowl, bowl
parts and the bowl spindle, see the drawing
‘‘8.5.2 Foundation plan” on page 137.
Recommendation
When two or more separators are installed, the
lifting height may have to be increased to enable
parts from one separator to be lifted and moved
over an adjoining assembled separator.
Space for oil changing

Specification
The oil filling device must not be blocked by floor
plate arrangement, etc.
Recommendation
It should be possible to place a portable collecting
tray under the oil filling device drain hole.
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8.6.3 Foundations
NOTE
When lifting a separator it must always be
hung securely. See the separate lifting
instruction in this book.
Specification
• The separator should be installed at floor
level, see ‘‘8.5.2 Foundation plan” on page
137.
• 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:
− 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.
− Fit height adjusting washers required.
− Check that the separator frame is
horizontal and that all feet rest on the
foundation.
− Tighten the screws.
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Index
A Erosion 48
Paring disc 50
Adjustments Spindle top cone and bowl body nave 51
Belt tension 105 Threads of inlet pipe 50
Paring disc 55 Threads on bowl hood and bowl body 52
Application 19 Clarification
Description 21
Assembly 71
Bowl spindle and frame 91 Clarifier disc 22
Bowl, inlet/outlet 79 Cleaning 60
Tools 72
Connections
Connection list, specifications 125
B Dimensions 138
Basic principles of separation 16 Corrosion 46
Basic size drawing 136 Coupling
Assembly 99
Bearings, directions for 66 Dismantling 97
Belt Cracks 49
Belt drive, description 23
Replacement 102
Retightening 106
D
Tightening 102
Daily checks 41
Belt drive 23
Density of feed 122
Bowl
Dimensions
Assembly 79
Connections 138
Dismantling 73
Separator 136
Function 21
Direction of rotation 31
Bowl discs
Cleaning 62 Disc stack pressure 54
Disc stack pressure 54 Dismantling 71
Bowl spindle and frame Bowl spindle and frame 87
Assembly 91 Inlet/outlet, bowl 73
Dismantling 87 Tools 72
Bowl spindle, description 23 Displacement of oil (in bowl) 22
Brake 34 Drawings 136
Description 24 Basic size drawing 136
Exploded view 108 Dimensions of connections 138
Friction element 109 Foundation plan 137
Machine plates and safety labels 144
C Motor 140, 142
Centrifugal separation 16 E
Check points
Emergency stop, see Safety stop 35
Corrosion 46
Cracks 49 Emptying intervals, sludge 36
Disc stack pressure 54 Erosion 48
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F O
Foundation plan 137 Oil discharge through water outlet 120
Frame feet Oil filling device
Replacement 110 Exploded view 107
Friction coupling 23 Oil sump
Assembly 99 Lubricating oils 129
Dismantling 97 Oil change interval 42
Function description Oil change procedure 63
Separator 20 Recommended lubricating oils/brands 133
Separator bowl 21 Volume 123
Operation 27
G
P
Gravity disc
Nomogram 146 Periodic maintenance 38
Selection 28 Power consumption 123
Gravity disc, purification 22 Power transmission, mechanical
Greases, lubricants 131 Belt drive 23
Bowl spindle 23
I Friction coupling 23
Purification
Inlet/outlet Description 21
Assembly 86
Dismantling 73 R
Inspection slot, bowl hood 31
Installation 147 Recommended oil brands 134
Installation planning 150 Rotation, direction 31
Interface to other equipment, description 126

S
Interface, oil/water in bowl 22
Safety Instructions 9
L Safety labels 144
Lifting instructions 58 Safety stop 35
Lubrication Separation result, unsatisfactory 120

Lubricants, greases 131 Separation, basic principles 16
Lubrication chart 128 Separator does not start 113
Separator vibrates 115
M
Service intervals 38
Machine plates 144 Service kits 40
Maintenance Service logs 43, 44
Intervals 38
Shut-downs 69
Procedure 40
Smell 115
Materials 124
Speed 123
Motor 127, 140, 142
Speed too high 116
Motor current at start 32
N
Noise 115
158
Start 28, 29, 32
Separator vibrates 114
Starting power too high 113
Starting power too low 113
Start-up period 32, 123
Start-up time too long 113
Stop
Safety stop 35
Stopping procedure 34
Stopping time 123
Storage 147
T
Technical data 122
Tools 72
Transport of separator 149
Trouble-tracing 111
V
Vibration
During start 32
Safety stop 35
W
Warning signs 13
Water seal (purification) 22
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A L F A L A V A L S E P A R A T I O N

Product No. 881151-01-02

Book No. 1270103-02 V2

© Alfa Laval Separation AB 1996

3.1 Basic principles of separation 16

4.1 Operating routine 28

5.1 Periodic maintenance 38

6.1 Inlet/outlet and bowl 73

7.1 Trouble-tracing procedure 112

8 Technical Reference 121

8.1 Technical data 122

Not following the instructions can result in

In order to make the information clear only foreseeable conditions

This manual is designed for operators and service

This Separator Manual consists of:

The centrifugal separator includes parts that

Manufacturing tolerances are extremely fine.

• Use the separator only for the purpose

• Make sure that rotating parts have come

Cut hazards S0054311

• Sharp edges on separator bowl discs

Warning signs in the text

This type of safety instruction indicates a

This type of safety instruction indicates a

This type of safety instruction indicates a

3.1 Basic principles of separation 16

3.2 Design and function 18

3.1 Basic principles of

A liquid mixture in a stationary bowl will clear

The centrifugal solution

High density (with low temperature)

Low density (with high temperature)

3.2 Design and function

1 Separator inlet, outlet, frame hood and bowl

Use the separator only for the purpose and

3.2.3 Outline of function

3.2.4 Separating function

3.2.5 Water seal in the

3.2.6 Displacement of oil

3.2.7 Gravity disc

3.2.8 Clarifier disc

water outlet. In this case no water seal is required

3.2.9 Power transmission

3.2.10 Sensors and indicators

4.1 Operating routine 28

4.1 Operating routine

4.1.1 Before first start

4.1.2 Selection of gravity disc

As a guide the ‘‘8.5.6 Gravity disc nomogram” on

4.1.3 Start after a service

4.1.4 Before normal start

are fully tightened.

3. Make sure that all couplings and connections

7. Make sure the direction of rotation of the

If the direction of rotation is wrong, vital parts

4.1.5 Starting and running-up

When excessive vibration occurs, keep bowl

4. Check the current to the separator motor to