Bühler AG

CH-9240 Uzwil, Switzerland

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Operating instructions

Low-pressure filter
for TOP- and SIDE-Removal
MVRT, MVRT-Ex

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Preface
The operating instructions have to be handed over to those persons who are
responsible for the operation and the supervision of these machines.
These operating instructions contain the information required for the user regarding
installation, operation and maintenance.
Description of activities that do not require any special knowledge have been
omitted.
Repair instructions that exceed the normal maintenance work are not provided.

Important information
• Procedures upon receipt
Inspect the equipment visually in accordance with the delivery contract as soon
as it has been received.
• Storage
Equipment that is not installed immediately must be stored protected against
weather and other influences.
• Installation
The assembly and installation of the machine and machine equipment must
only be carried out by observing all installation instructions supplied.
• Design versions
If different designs are described in the documentation provided, only the
information concerning the version supplied will apply. We reserve the right to
make modifications due to technical progress up to the time of delivery.
• Duty of instruction
Commissioning, maintenance and corrective maintenance must only be done by
trained specialists. Prior to the initial start-up the operating personnel must
familiarize themselves with the documentation provided.

Additional documents

Designation Identification No.

Filter control unit MVRY-66374

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Table of contents
1 Safety ........................................................................................................................ 7
1.1 Explanation of safety instructions ................................................................................................. 7
1.2 Safety of personnel....................................................................................................................... 7
1.3 Connecting to the electrical mains................................................................................................ 8
1.4 Explosion protection ..................................................................................................................... 8
1.5 Safety concept .............................................................................................................................. 8
1.6 Gases with high temperature........................................................................................................ 8
1.7 Safety valve .................................................................................................................................. 8
1.8 Spare and wear parts ................................................................................................................... 8

2 Description ............................................................................................................... 9
2.1 Identification ................................................................................................................................. 9
2.1.1 Identification plat .............................................................................................................. 9
2.1.2 Specification key............................................................................................................... 9
2.2 Designated use............................................................................................................................. 9
2.2.1 ATEX authorisation......................................................................................................... 10
2.3 Design features and operating principle ..................................................................................... 11
2.3.1 Filtration of the dust laden gases ................................................................................... 12
2.3.2 Cleaning the filter bags................................................................................................... 12
2.3.3 Purge valve..................................................................................................................... 13
2.4 Filter control unit ......................................................................................................................... 15
2.4.1 Pneumatic control component........................................................................................ 16
2.4.2 Electronic control component ......................................................................................... 17
2.5 Technical data............................................................................................................................. 17
2.5.1 Purge air consumption ................................................................................................... 17
2.5.2 Electrical connections..................................................................................................... 17
2.6 Noise data .................................................................................................................................. 18
2.7 Dimensioned drawings ............................................................................................................... 19
2.7.1 SIDE-Removal................................................................................................................ 19
2.7.2 TOP-Removal................................................................................................................. 21

3 Transport ................................................................................................................ 23
3.1 Handling with a crane ................................................................................................................. 23
3.2 Transport weights and volumes .................................................................................................. 24
3.2.1 Net weight of the components........................................................................................ 24
3.2.2 Gross weight of the components.................................................................................... 24

4 Installation .............................................................................................................. 25
4.1 Electrical installation ................................................................................................................... 25
4.2 Setting up ................................................................................................................................... 25
4.2.1 Site conditions ................................................................................................................ 25
4.2.2 Ambient conditions ......................................................................................................... 25
4.3 Supports ..................................................................................................................................... 25
4.3.1 Connection of the purge air ............................................................................................ 27

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4.3.2 Connection of filter control unit ....................................................................................... 28

4.3.3 Purge air connections..................................................................................................... 30
4.4 Connection of measuring device (filter control unit MVRY without Δp-option) ............................ 32
4.5 Flange connections..................................................................................................................... 33
4.6 Installation of the MVRT filter bags (TOP-removal) .................................................................... 34
4.7 Installation of the MVRS filter bags (SIDE-removal) ................................................................... 36
4.8 Explosion pressure relief ............................................................................................................ 37
4.9 Tapper......................................................................................................................................... 38
4.10 Level probe ................................................................................................................................. 38
4.11 Rope winch (for the design TOP-removal).................................................................................. 39

5 Commissioning.......................................................................................................41
5.1 General information .................................................................................................................... 41
5.2 Verifying EU conformity .............................................................................................................. 41
5.3 Checks prior to start-up .............................................................................................................. 42
5.4 Adjustment work ......................................................................................................................... 42
5.4.1 Adjusting the stepping motor .......................................................................................... 42
5.4.2 Adjusting the safety valve ............................................................................................... 43

6 Operation.................................................................................................................45
6.1 General information .................................................................................................................... 45
6.2 Control ........................................................................................................................................ 45
6.2.1 Emergency STOP........................................................................................................... 45
6.2.2 Filter control unit ............................................................................................................. 45
6.3 Electropneumatic control component ......................................................................................... 46
6.3.1 Adjusting the swivel arm ................................................................................................. 46
6.3.2 Fitting on the ball string .................................................................................................. 47
6.4 Routine checks ........................................................................................................................... 47
6.5 Faults and trouble shooting......................................................................................................... 48
6.5.1 Filter purging................................................................................................................... 48
6.5.2 Purge valve leaky ........................................................................................................... 48

7 Maintenance............................................................................................................49
7.1 General maintenance work......................................................................................................... 49
7.2 Cleaning...................................................................................................................................... 50
7.2.1 General information ........................................................................................................ 50
7.2.2 Cleaning the filter bags................................................................................................... 50
7.2.3 Cleaning the filter top...................................................................................................... 51
7.3 Repairing the filter bags.............................................................................................................. 52
7.4 Replacing the electropneumatic control component................................................................... 52
7.5 Washing instructions for needle felt ............................................................................................ 53
7.5.1 Washing procedure......................................................................................................... 53

8 Decommissioning...................................................................................................55
8.1 Disassembly ............................................................................................................................... 55
8.2 Disposal ...................................................................................................................................... 55

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9 After-sales service ................................................................................................. 57

9.1 Stockkeeping of spare parts ....................................................................................................... 57
9.2 Address ...................................................................................................................................... 57
9.3 Recommended spare parts ........................................................................................................ 59
9.3.1 Filter top NT.................................................................................................................... 59
9.3.2 Filter top HT.................................................................................................................... 63
9.3.3 Seals for intermediate section with explosion vent......................................................... 67
9.3.4 Seal .................................... ........................................................................................... 68
9.3.5 Filter cage and filter bag..... ........................................................................................... 69
9.3.6 MVRT-85030.......................Control component NT complete........................................ 70
9.3.7 MVRT-85030.......................Control component HT complete........................................ 70
9.3.8 MVRY-82001 ......................Electropneumatic control component complete, 26............ 71

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1 Safety
The machine meets all acknowledged safety regulations. However, improper use
can involve physical danger for the user.
Highest priority, therefore, has been given to safety.

1.1 Explanation of safety instructions

The safety instructions are identified as follows:
Danger!
Warning of hazards which, if not observed, may lead to fatal or most severe
injury.

Caution!
Warning of hazards which, if not observed, may lead to damage to property and
loss of production.

Explosion hazard!
Warning of explosion hazards which, if not observed, may lead to fatal or most
severe injury and high material damage.

Note:
Important information or instructions which, if not observed, may mean it is no
longer ensured that the machine functions correctly or that the performance
parameters are achieved.

1.2 Safety of personnel

• Protective covers must be installed and closed at all times. Open or missing
safety covers are danger spots for crush and cut injuries.
• Always keep safety devices in good working condition. Never bypass or disable
any safety devices.
• The system must be brought to a standstill before any maintenance work may
be carried out on the machine! Make sure that all energy sources such as:
– Electricity
– Pneumatics
are switched off and disconnected. The lockable safety switch must be set to
«0» and locked.

Danger!
Always wear safety goggles and if necessary a breathing apparatus etc.,
before opening the filter top or the filter door.

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1.3 Connecting to the electrical mains

• Observe the regulations of the local safety authorities.
• The power supply has to be fuse-protected in accordance with locally applicable
codes and regulations.
• Check whether the operating voltage and frequency correspond to the specifica-
tions provided on the identification plate and in the control cabinet.
• The electrical wiring to the control system must be connected according to the
wiring diagram to ensure that the phase conductors are switched in the case of
single-phase power supplies.

1.4 Explosion protection

Only explosion-proof machines and devices may be used in Ex zones. For the
definition of the ATEX authorisation for this machine, refer to Chap. 2.2.1,  10.
• In potentially explosive zones, no compressed air is to be used for cleaning
purposes. Dust deposits or accumulations must be suctioned away.
• In order to reduce electrostatic sparks, the machines have to be earthed.
The leakage resistance to ground must be less than 106 ohms at all parts.
• Use filter bags with stranded earth conductors.
• In the case of dust with an ignition energy of < 10 mJ use conductive bags.

Explosion hazard!
In ex-zones 20 and 21 use the low-pressure filter only with the fluidic filter
control unit.
In ex-zone 22 use the low-pressure filter only with the electrical control
section in ATEX design and with fluidic control section with metal hood.

1.5 Safety concept

The machine is normally part of an installation, and therefore has to be integrated
into the safety concept of the installation.

1.6 Gases with high temperature

Danger!
If gases with high temperatures are filtered then the filter has to be insulated
or has to be equipped with a protection against accidental contact.

1.7 Safety valve

Caution!
The machine must only be operated with a safety valve.
Installation at the free purge air connection at the filter top.

1.8 Spare and wear parts

Only original spare and wear parts may be used.
If this is not complied with, safe operation is no longer guaranteed, particularly if the
machine is used in an Ex zone.

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2 Description
2.1 Identification

2.1.1 Identification plat

Note:
Do not remove or cover up the identification plate.

The data for the individual unit, as identified by “”, are imprinted on the identifica-
tion plate.

1
2
3
4 II */** EEx * T=*°C *

Fig. 2.1

(1) Place of manufacture

(2) Type
(3) Machine No.
(4) Definition of ATEX ID

2.1.2 Specification key

MVRT-18-Ex

Machine approved for use in potentially explosive zone

Filter size
Code

2.2 Designated use

The machine is used exclusively for the separation of dust particles from dust and
gas mixtures in various industrial production areas.
Any use beyond that is considered contrary to its designated use.

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2.2.1 ATEX authorisation

In areas where there is a risk of explosion, only machines and devices that are
approved for this purpose may be used (see identification plate).

If this symbol appears on the identification plate, the machine may be used in an
Ex zone.
This symbol is followed by the ATEX ID, which indicates the Ex zone in which the
machine may be used.

II 3D EEx c T=170°C

Maximum surface temperature to be expected in

normal operation at full load
Type of ignition protection
Device category*
Device group
Ex symbol

* If the Ex symbol is followed by 2 digits separated by a slash, the first digit is the
internal category and the second is the external category.
Example:
2/3D means that the machine may be connected on the process side to an
Ex zone 21 and installed (used) in an Ex zone 22.
Device categories and their approval:

Area Device category Ex zone

D for dust 1D 20
2D 21
3D 22
G for gas 1G 0
2G 1
3G 2

Depending on its construction, the inside of the machine conforms to ATEX device
category 1, 2 or 3 and may be connected to the corresponding Ex zone only if the
following safety regulation is fulfilled.

Explosion hazard!
Before machines with internal Ex zone can be connected to an installation, it must
be ensured on the installation side that no effective sources of ignition, metal parts
or stones can enter the machine from the installation.
Failure to comply with this regulation can cause severe injury or property damage.

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2.3 Design features and operating principle

Components:
• 1 low-pressure filter complete, with dust collection hopper and airlock
• 1 blower with muffler, safety valve, motor and check valve
• 1 filter control unit (each filter is equipped with its own control unit)

Application:
• bin-top filter on silo or storage bins
• dust exhaust filter for machines
• total separator for pneumatic conveying systems

Dusty gas inlet at the bottom Dusty gas inlet at the top

3 10 1

Fig. 2.2

(1) Purge air nozzle (6) Dusty gas inlet at the bottom
(2) Dusty gas chamber (7) Dusty gas inlet at the top
(3) Clean gas chamber (8) Dust discharge airlock
(4) Filter bags (9) Clean gas outlet
(5) Purge air container (10) Valves (servo control)

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2.3.1 Filtration of the dust laden gases

The dust laden gas penetrates the filter bags from the dusty gas chamber (47).
The dust particles are deposited on the surface of the bag and the cleaned gas
escapes through the filter bags in an axial direction.

47

Fig. 2.3

In order to prevent the filter (47) bag from collapsing it is supported by a cage from
inside the bag. The diameter of the bag is slightly bigger than the diameter of the
cage. During normal operation this will enable the filter bag to mould itself against
the longitudinal bars of the cage in the form of a garland.
The gas emerges from the upper end of the filter bag and is collected in the clean
gas chamber (3). From there the gas reaches the filter outlet.

2.3.2 Cleaning the filter bags

The cleaning of the filter bags (47) takes place by means of a purge air counter blast
(0.4 ... 0.5 bar) from the purge air nozzle (1).
The time interval of the purge air blasts is set at the filter control unit.
• Filter control unit without «Δp» option:
The purge air blasts take place continuously.
• Filter control unit with «Δp» option:
The purge air blasts take place at the set time interval, however, only until the
pressure threshold, set at the filter control unit, is exceeded.
Below the pressure threshold the purge blasts take place at an increased time
interval.

47

Fig. 2.4

A strong injection effect is reached by the optimized design of the purge air
nozzle (1):
The filter bag (47) is suddenly inflated and the filter dust layer adhering to the out-
side is broken open and thrown off.
The dust drops down into the hopper.

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2.3.3 Purge valve

35 41 39 37 40 38

36

33

31

30

32

Fig. 2.5

The distribution of the purge air to the individual valves is done by a common
pressure chamber (30) which is pressurized up to max. 0.5 bar.
The valve seat (31) has a large diameter and is extended in order to form the purge
air nozzle (32). Above the valve seat is the diaphragm (36) which is pressed against
the valve seat by a spring.
This diaphragm (36) has three small holes (35). The chamber (37) between the pilot
control diaphragm (38) and the cover (33) is filled with purge air through these holes
resulting in the diaphragm (36) being pressed with a strong force against the valve
seat (31).
The pilot control diaphragm (38) on the cover (33) is normally closed. In the open
condition it connects the chamber (37) to the outside air.
The pilot control diaphragm (38) is connected directly to the filter control unit by
means of a connection hose (39).

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Opening the pilot control diaphragm (38)

1. Vent the chamber (40) between the pilot control diaphragm and the cover (41)
through the impulse distributor of the filter control unit.
2. The pilot control diaphragm (38) is dislodged from the seat (42) and the purge
air of the chamber (37) escapes.
Although purge air still flows through the holes (35) the pressure above the dia-
phragm (36) collapses momentarily. The diaphragm (36) is lifted because the entire
blower pressure is acting from below the diaphragm (36) upon the ring cross-section
outside of the valve seat (31).
The pressure is acting upon the entire bottom surface of the diaphragm. The dia-
phragm (36) is suddenly pressed toward the top. Because of this the full air volume
is blown at high velocity from the pressure chamber (30) through the purge air
nozzle (32) into the filter bag (47).
Once the purge air from the control unit is again acting upon the pilot control dia-
phragm (38) the chamber (37) will be closed off from the outside air. The chamber
(37) is filled again with purge air through the holes (35) and the diaphragm (36) is
pressed back onto the valve seat (31). The valve closes again.

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2.4 Filter control unit

33 32 34 28 11 13 12 14 27

10
31
23

30 26

22

21
35
20

19

4 5

Fig. 2.6

(1) Electronic control component (20) Stepping motor

(4) Power supply (21) Profile disk (6 notches for balls)
(5) 7-core cable (22) Ball string (41 balls)
(6) Hose connection for differential pressure (23) Profile disk (26 notches for balls)
measuring (26) Solenoid valve
(10) Pneumatic component complete (27) Cover
(11) Intermediate flange (28) Pilot air filter
(12) Mark on the intermediate flange (30) Main valve
(13) O-ring (31) Main diaphragm
(14) Seal (32) Pilot valve
(16) Location pins at the pneumatic component (33) Pilot control diaphragm
(17) Recess on the intermediate flange (34) Pilot lines
(19) Base plate for the pneumatic component (35) Purge air container

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2.4.1 Pneumatic control component

(see Fig. 2.6)
The pilot air coming from the purge air container (35) enters the pneumatic control
component (10) via the pilot air filter (28), is distributed to all outlets and reaches the
pilot valves which are located above the main valves (30) via the pilot air lines (34).
• This causes the pilot control diaphragm (33) and the main diaphragm (31) to
close.
• The swivel arm (25) is driven by the stepping motor (20) and the ball string (22).
• After four steps the hole in the swivel arm lines up with one of the outlets.
• The solenoid valve (26) is opened by an electronic pulse resulting in the venting
of the swivel arm, the pilot air line (34) as well as the pilot valve. This causes the
main diaphragm to open and the filter bag is cleaned off by the blast of air from
the purge air container (35).

10

Fig. 2.7

(5) 7-core cable

(10) Pneumatic component

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2.4.2 Electronic control component

See operating instructions MVRY-66374

Fig. 2.8

2.5 Technical data

Purge air pressure: 0.5 bar
Control: Filter control unit MVRY
Type of enclosure: IP 54 pneumatic control component
IP 65 electronic control component
Material: Mild steel (steel 37)
Pressure range: ± 200 mbar, up to 1 bar pressure-shock proof
Temperature range: –10… +90 °C with standard design
–10…+150 °C with high temperature design

2.5.1 Purge air consumption

Max. purge air consumption:
When the filter control unit is set to 200 ms pulse length and 5 sec pulse space.

MVRT 18 26 39 52 78 104
3 1)
dm /min 340 480 720 960 1440 1920

1)
with T = 0 °C and p = 101.325 kPa (= 760 Torr)

2.5.2 Electrical connections

• Power supply: 115/230 V AC, 24 V DC
• Filter control unit MVRY: see operating instructions MVRY-66374

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2.6 Noise data

dB (A)
Filter size
1)
Leq Lw 2) Ls
18/18 64 82 18
18/24 63 81 18
18/30 62 81 19
26/18 63 81 18
26/24 62 81 19
26/30 62 81 19
39/18 62 81 19
39/24 62 81 19
39/30 61 81 20
52/18 62 82 20
52/24 61 81 20
52/30 61 81 20
78/18 61 81 20
78/24 60 81 21
78/30 60 81 21
104/18 60 81 21
104/24 60 81 21
104/30 59 80 21
Measuring method:
1) Sound intensity in conformity with ISO 9614
2) According to ISO 6081

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2.7 Dimensioned drawings

2.7.1 SIDE-Removal
Bin-top filter

Fig. 2.9

Aspiration filter with inlet at the bottom

Fig. 2.10

MVRT-18 MVRT-26 MVRT-39 MVRT-52 MVRT-78 MVRT-104

Dimensions

Bag length Bag length Bag length Bag length Bag length Bag length
[m] [m] [m] [m] [m] [m]

1.8 2.4 3.0 1.8 2.4 3.0 1.8 2.4 3.0 1.8 2.4 3.0 1.8 2.4 3.0 1.8 2.4 3.0

A 2750 3290 3890 2755 3295 3895 2785 3225 3825 2810 3350 3950 2830 3370 3970 2850 3390 3990

B 3450 3990 4590 3455 3995 3595 3485 3925 4525 3510 4050 4650 3530 4070 4670 3550 4090 4690

D 4730 5270 5870 4925 5465 6065 5380 5920 6520 5495 6035 6635 6265 6805 7405 6385 6925 7525

K 4035 4575 5175 4230 4770 5370 4685 5225 5825 4805 5345 5945 5570 6110 6710 5840 6380 6980

∅L 1000 1000 1000 1140 1140 1140 1340 1340 1340 1500 1500 1500 1840 1840 1840 2020 2020 2020

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Aspiration filter with inlet at the top

Fig. 2.11

MVRT-18 MVRT-26 MVRT-39 MVRT-52 MVRT-78 MVRT-104

Dimensions

Bag length Bag length Bag length Bag length Bag length Bag length
[m] [m] [m] [m] [m] [m]

1.8 2.4 3.0 1.8 2.4 3.0 1.8 2.4 3.0 1.8 2.4 3.0 1.8 2.4 3.0 1.8 2.4 3.0

F 3750 4290 4890 3950 4490 5090 4245 4785 5385 4400 4940 5540 5060 5600 6200 5190 5730 6330

K 4450 4990 5590 4650 5190 5790 4945 5485 6085 5100 5640 6240 5760 6300 6900 5890 6430 7030

M 3370 3910 4510 3375 3915 4515 3405 3945 4545 3430 3970 4570 3450 3990 4590 3470 4010 4610

N 4070 4610 5210 4075 4615 5215 4105 4645 5245 4430 4970 5570 4150 4690 5290 4170 4710 5310

∅L 1000 1000 1000 1140 1140 1140 1340 1340 1340 1500 1500 1500 1840 1840 1840 2020 2020 2020

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2.7.2 TOP-Removal
Bin-top filter

Fig. 2.12

Aspiration filter with inlet at the bottom

Fig. 2.13

MVRT-18 MVRT-26 MVRT-39 MVRT-52 MVRT-78 MVRT-104

Dimensions

Bag length Bag length Bag length Bag length Bag length Bag length
[m] [m] [m] [m] [m] [m]

1.8 2.4 3.0 1.8 2.4 3.0 1.8 2.4 3.0 1.8 2.4 3.0 1.8 2.4 3.0 1.8 2.4 3.0

A 3750 4290 4890 3890 4430 5030 4080 4620 5220 4250 4790 5390 4560 5100 5700 4770 5310 5910

C 4450 4990 5590 4590 5130 5730 4780 5320 5920 4950 5490 6090 5260 5800 6400 5470 6010 6610

E 5730 6270 6870 6060 6600 7200 6675 7215 7815 6935 7475 8075 8000 8540 9140 8305 8845 9445

G 5745 6285 6885 6075 6615 7215 6690 7230 7830 6950 7490 8090 8015 8555 9155 8320 8860 9460

S 5035 5575 6175 5365 5905 6505 5980 6520 7120 6245 6785 7385 7300 7840 8440 7760 8300 8900

U 5050 5590 6190 5380 5920 6520 5995 6535 7135 6260 6800 7400 7315 7855 8455 7775 8315 8915

øW 1000 1000 1000 1140 1140 1140 1340 1340 1340 1500 1500 1500 1840 1840 1840 2020 2020 2020
Z 1860 2400 3000 1860 2400 3000 1860 2400 3000 1860 2400 3000 1860 2400 3000 1860 2400 3000

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Aspiration filter with inlet at the top

Fig. 2.14

MVRT-18 MVRT-26 MVRT-39 MVRT-52 MVRT-78 MVRT-104

Dimensions

Bag length Bag length Bag length Bag length Bag length Bag length
[m] [m] [m] [m] [m] [m]

1.8 2.4 3.0 1.8 2.4 3.0 1.8 2.4 3.0 1.8 2.4 3.0 1.8 2.4 3.0 1.8 2.4 3.0

E 4960 5500 6100 5270 5810 6410 5760 6300 6900 6130 6680 7280 7010 7550 8150 7310 7850 8450

G 5660 6200 6800 5990 6530 7130 6460 7000 7600 6830 7380 7980 7710 8250 8850 8030 8570 9170

S 4390 4930 5530 4530 4070 4670 4720 5260 5860 4870 5410 6010 5200 5740 6340 5410 5950 6550

U 5090 5630 6230 5230 5770 6370 5420 5960 6560 5590 6130 6730 5910 6450 7050 6110 6650 7250

øW 1000 1000 1000 1140 1140 1140 1340 1340 1340 1500 1500 1500 1840 1840 1840 2020 2020 2020
Z 1860 2400 3000 1860 2400 3000 1860 2400 3000 1860 2400 3000 1860 2400 3000 1860 2400 3000

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3 Transport
The transport must only be handled by persons who are familiar with and trained for
this task.

3.1 Handling with a crane

Danger!
Do not pass beneath suspended loads.

The crane and the lifting gear have to be checked for the required design and the
permissible load capacity.

Caution!
Suspend the machine only at the two purge air inlet spouts.

• Avoid damage by transport straps etc.

• The chains/ropes must be long enough to ensure that the machine is
suspended as horizontally as possible from the crane.

< 120°

Fig. 3.1

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3.2 Transport weights and volumes

3.2.1 Net weight of the components

Filter size MVRT-18 MVRT-26 MVRT-39 MVRT-52 MVRT-78 MVRT-104

Filter top 280 330 430 530 700 800

1.8 m 250 300 450 530 785 910

Bag chamber without inlet,
2.4 m 310 370 555 650 970 1130
inclusive bags and cages
3.0 m 370 440 660 770 1155 1350

1.8 m 285 340 550 655 975 1140

Bag chamber with inlet,
2.4 m 340 410 660 790 1180 1375
inclusive bags and cages
3.0 m 395 480 770 925 1390 1620

Intermediate section with inlet 140 160 200 220 290 330

Intermediate section with inlet and 170 190 240 260 340 380
explosion vent

Hopper on airlock 90 120 200 230 400 510

Product weight for full hopper on airlock 240 340 540 690 1320 1630
at 0.5 kg/dm3

Hopper on vibratory discharger 70 90 160 200 380 460

Vibratory discharger MFVH-80 240 240 240 240 240 240

Product weight for full hopper on 230 350 575 725 1450 1900
MFVH-80 at 0.5 kg/dm3

Discharger with sweeper (new) 150 165 195 230 – –

Intermediate grill 20 25 35 45 60 70

3.2.2 Gross weight of the components

Filter size MVRT-18 MVRT-26 MVRT-39 MVRT-52 MVRT-78 MVRT-104

Filter top 340 400 530 655 885 1020

1.8 m 410 490 720 855 1245 1450

Bag chamber without inlet,
2.4 m 510 620 890 1060 1550 1810
inclusive bags and cages
3.0 m 620 740 1080 1280 1870 2200

1.8 m 430 530 790 970 1450 1700

Bag chamber with inlet,
2.4 m 520 650 970 1190 1780 2100
inclusive bags and cages
3.0 m 620 780 1150 1410 2140 2500

Intermediate section with inlet 195 230 315 360 520 600

Intermediate section with inlet and 230 265 370 380 590 680
explosion vent

Hopper on airlock 190 260 420 520 940 1200

Hopper on vibratory discharger 120 170 300 380 780 1000

Vibratory discharger MFVH-80 300 300 300 300 300 300

Discharger with sweeper (new) 185 210 260 310 – –

Note:
Generally the transport weights in the shipping papers apply and have to be
observed!

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4 Installation
4.1 Electrical installation
Depending on the design of the machine and in compliance with the local and
country-specific regulations the installation has to be done according to the
enclosed diagrams and cable layouts.

4.2 Setting up

4.2.1 Site conditions

• Weight (see Chap. 3.2,  24)
• Space requirement (see Chap. 2.7,  19)
• The machine has to be placed onto a solid, torsion-free and vibration absorbing
foundation.
• Do not expose the filter control unit to direct sunlight.
• When using a vibro-discharger MFVH do not attach the filter control unit to the
filter (vibrations).

4.2.2 Ambient conditions

Ambient temperature: –10…+40 °C

4.3 Supports
The following filter supports are available:
Design for aspiration filter TOP-removal with inlet at the bottom
Support elements at the filter top

during assembly on site enlarge:

• D7 to D10 (MVRT-18 and 26)
• D8 to D12 (MVRT-39 to 104)
and knock in heavy-type spring pins

Fig. 4.1

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Design for aspiration filters SIDE-removal

Support elements at the bag chamber of the filter

during assembly on site enlarge:

• D7 to D10 (MVRT-18 and 26)
• D8 to D12 (MVRT-39 to 104)
and knock in heavy-type spring pins

Fig. 4.2

Design for bin-top filters TOP and SIDE removal

Support on silos or bin floors

intermediate grid
only with SIDE-removal

Fig. 4.3

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4.3.1 Connection of the purge air

Installation example
• View A:
Filter and blower on the same floor.
• View B:
Filter remains on the filter floor but the blower is on another floor
(blower room, cellar).

4 7

2
5

8 5

9 6

Fig. 4.4 3 2

(1) Nozzle filter complete with dust collection hopper

(2) Positive displacement blower or lateral channel blower
(3) Inlet silencer
(4) PVD safety valve
(5) Motor
(6) Flexible connection
(7) Filter control unit MVRY
(8) Inlet spout with safety grid
(9) Check valve

Caution!
If several filters are connected to the same blower (4) then they must not be
connected in series.
The purge air line from the blower (4) is only connected on one side of the filter.

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4.3.2 Connection of filter control unit

electropneumatic
control component

electronic control component

(filter control unit MVRY-66374)

Fig. 4.5

Explosion hazard!
In ex-zone 20 and 21 use the low-pressure filter only with the fluidic filter
control unit.
In ex-zone 22 use the low-pressure filter only with the electrical control
component in ATEX design and with fluidic control section with metal hood.

The low-pressure filter is operated mainly at a negative pressure.

The purge air pressure for this purpose should be max. 0.5 bar higher than the
pressure in the filter.
Example:
Pressure in the filter = – 0.1 bar
Purge air pressure = max. + 0.4 bar

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Pay attention to the following items:

• The mark (12) on the intermediate flange (11) has to be on top.
• The O-ring (13) has to be inserted.
• The holes in the seal (14) in the pneumatic control component have to align with
the holes in the control component.
• Afterwards the pneumatic control component has to be fastened to the filter top
with four M10 x 30 screws.
• The 7-core connection cable (5) to the electronic control component has to be
installed in compliance with the regulations for electrical installations.

14

Fig. 4.6

12

13

11

Fig. 4.7

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4.3.3 Purge air connections

Example 1: Purge air from the compressed air supply
In exceptional cases the purging of the filter can be done with reduced purge air
from the compressed air supply.
• The purge air has to be free from dust, oil and water
(according to DIN ISO 8573-1).
• The purge air pressure must not exceed Δp 0.5 bar
(purge air pressure, clean gas side).

(1) Safety valve

(2) Pressure reducing valve
(3) Filter with water extractor
(4) Shut-off valve

1 2

Fig. 4.8

The compressed air supply to the low-pressure filter has to be ensured and
monitored by the installation. It has to be dimensioned sufficiently big enough
(min. R ½“).
• Air quality: free of dust, water, oil; dried according to DIN ISO 8573-1
Solids: class 3
Water: class 4
Oil contents: class 4
• Operating pressure: 0.5 [bar]

Note:
The compressed air lines must be free of contamination. Before commissioning
the lines have to be blown clean and have to be checked for tightness after
completion.

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Example 2: Purge air from the blower of the conveying system

In the case of Fluidlift installations which have sufficient air volume and pressure
available from the blower (2) of the conveying system, it is also possible to extract
purge air before a laval nozzle (1).
A check valve (3) has to be installed into the clean air line.

(1) Laval nozzle

(2) Purge air from blower
(3) Check valve

3 1 2
Fig. 4.9

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4.4 Connection of measuring device (filter control unit MVRY without Δp-option)
A special measuring device (2) supplied with the filter, is used to measure the differ-
ential pressure between the clean gas chamber (4) and dusty gas chamber (3), i.e.
the pressure drop in the filter bags.
• Attach the measuring device (2) with 2 screws at the filter housing or close to
the filter.
• Connect the (-) connection of the measuring device with the inside of the clean
gas chamber (4) at the connection marked (-).
• Connect the (+) connection of the measuring device with the inside of the dusty
gas chamber (3) at the connection marked (+).
• A nipple is used as a fitting (1).

Fig. 4.10

(1) Nipple (3) Dusty gas chamber

(2) Measuring device (4) Clean gas chamber

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4.5 Flange connections

With this flange connection it is possible to rotate the components by the hole pitch.

MVRT 18 26 39 52 78 104
Hole pitch 15° 15° 11,25° 11,25° 9° 9°

4 when removing the filter top

unscrew the bottom nut only

(1) Filter hood

(2) Filter top with purge air nozzles
(3) Cylinder with filter bags
(4) Cone

Fig. 4.11

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4.6 Installation of the MVRT filter bags (TOP-removal)

All filter bags have to be installed exactly according to these instructions.
Otherwise there is a risk that the felt packing of the filter bag is pushed through the
intermediate bottom or the whole filter bag drops into the filter.
Procedure:
1. Pull the filter bag over the cage until the felt packing of the bag is below the
collar of the cage socket.

Fig. 4.12

2. Insert the cage with the installed filter bag into the opening of the intermediate
bottom. Make sure that the bag is not damaged.
Turn the bow-type handle so that the ends are pointing downwards. Guide the
ends of the handle into the slots of the rails by turning the cage.

Fig. 4.13

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Caution!
Turn the cages anticlockwise all the way to the stop.

Fig. 4.14

3. Tighten the bow-type handle by folding it over. The ends have to protrude
equally at both sides of the slot.
The slots in the rails have been arranged so that the bow-type handles can only
be tightened if they are placed parallel to each other.

Fig. 4.15

Caution!
The ends of the bow-type handle pass over the upper dead centre resulting in a
self-locking effect (similar to a toggle clamp). If this is not the case the bow-type
handle is deformed and must be adjusted using a pipe (inside diameter 9 mm).

Caution!
Do not expose the filter bags to direct sunlight (UV rays).

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4.7 Installation of the MVRS filter bags (SIDE-removal)

Caution!
All filter bags have to be installed exactly according to these instructions.
Otherwise there is a risk that the bag detaches itself and drops into the airlock, the
screw or into the silo together with the cage and hose clamp.

Note:
Dry the filter bags before commissioning.

Procedure:
1. Pull the filter bag over the cage and tighten in order that the filter fabric bottom is
fitting closely against the cage bottom.
2. Fold the protruding section of the bag towards the inside
3. Push the cage together with the bag over the bag socket. Make sure that the
turned in section remains in the right position.
4. When fastening the bag with the clamp bear in mind that the clamp has to rest
on the clamping ring and not on the longitudinal rods of the cage.

Caution!
Do not expose the filter bags to direct sunlight (UV rays).

A
correct
incorrect

Fig. 4.16

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4.8 Explosion pressure relief

Danger!
Keep away from the explosion vent.

Caution!
For the processing of products that are subject to high risk of dust explosion
equip the machine with an explosion pressure relief (1).
Always operate machine with explosion pressure relief in the negative pressure
range.

1 (1) Explosion vent (pressure relief)

(2) Bag chamber
(3) Cone
(4) Pressure relief channel
3

Fig. 4.17

• In the case of an explosion absorb the recoil forces with suitable supports.
• Keep the channel as short as possible and consider it during the planning stage.
• If the machine is installed in a closed building then the pressure relief channels
have to be led to the outside.
• Once an explosion has taken place:
– Check the machine for deformation. Replace deformed parts.
– Clean the machine thoroughly.
– Install a new seal around the explosion vent with the help of the tool sup-
plied.

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4.9 Tapper
A tapper can be attached to the hopper for non-free flowing materials.
Tapper weight: 0.7 kg
Pressure range: 0.4…0.5 bar
See separate documentation «Pneumatic tapper».

tapper

cone

Fig. 4.18

4.10 Level probe

A level probe can be installed in the hopper as an over-filling protection.
• Standard temperature design: install capacitive proximity switch.
• High temperature design: install vibration probe.

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4.11 Rope winch (for the design TOP-removal)

Danger!
The safety switch of all connected machines (fan, discharge device etc.)
must be set to «0» before the filter top is opened.
Loosen the flange connection at the purge air connection.

min. X
deflection pulley

suspension lug
purge air connection

min. A

Fig. 4.19

(1) In the case of filter TOP-removal with inlet at the top and support at the bag
chamber: bracing between the wall and the filter top to absorb the lateral forces
during opening and closing

Caution!
The carrying capacity of the rope and rope winch has to be at least 500 kg.

Minimum distances [mm]

MVRT 18 26 39 52 78 104
A 2050 2200 2400 2550 2900 3100
B 1400 1450 1600 1700 1900 2000
X 1050 1150 1250 1300 1500 1600

Caution!
Note the position of the deflection pulley. If the pulling force is too high then the
filter top can be deformed. Attach the hook of the rope at the suspension lug only
and not at the purge air connection.

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5 Commissioning
Commissioning of the machine, trial run and settings may only be carried out by
suitably qualified and authorised personnel.

5.1 General information

Danger!
For all inspection work which requires the stoppage of the machine due to
safety reasons, the mains supply switch of the control system has to be
switched off and the key withdrawn. In addition all the safety switches have
to be switched off and locked.

Danger!
Only start up the machine if all safety devices are fully operational and never
without protective guards

5.2 Verifying EU conformity

The machine may be put into operation within EU territory only after its EU
conformity has been checked and verified using the checklist.
Checklist:
1. The user is informed that the operating instructions must be available to the
personnel at all times and that he is responsible for the instruction of the
personnel.
2. Assembly and installation have been performed in accordance with the
operating instructions.
3. An all-pole disconnecting lockable safety switch is available and the personnel
has a lock for it.
4. If dusts are separated that are combustible and are inclined to electrostatic
charging, filter bags with conductive wires are used.
5. For operation in Ex-zone 22 the installed control unit and solenoid valves are of
the corresponding design and the filter is equipped with earthing lugs
(Earth leakage resistance <10 Ω).
All earthing lugs are bridged over with cables and the filter as a whole is
earthed.
6. The earth cables are connected to the airlock station.
Earth leakage resistance <10 Ω.
7. The intermediate grid is installed (MVRT filter with service doors).
8. The warning sign is attached to the door.
9. Suitable platforms are available.
10. Inspection and service openings have a distance of minimum 0.85 m to the rotor
of the airlock or can only be opened with a tool.
11. The machine cannot be started with the safety switch on position «0».
12. High-temperature filters are insulated or there is a protection against accidental
contact.
13. In case of operation with inert gas the appropriate warning sign is attached to
the filter doors.
14. Operating temperature and operating pressure are within the specified range,
see Chap. 2.5,  17 «Technical data».
15. A limit switch is installed at the explosion vent.

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5.3 Checks prior to start-up

• All transport devices and installation fixtures have been removed.
• All operating elements and warning systems are in working order.
• The electrical installation was carried out and tested by authorized specialists.
• All screw connections have been tightened securely.
• The hoses for the differential pressure measuring are connected.
• The control system is operating.
• All electrical connection and terminal boxes are closed.
• All connections of the hoses are tight.
• The cover of the filter control unit is installed and tight.
• The filter doors are closed and tight.
• With the top open the hoist is fastened to the filter top and the safety at the hinge
is engaged to prevent the filter top from slamming close
(only for version MVRT Top-Removal).

5.4 Adjustment work

Adjust the pressure reducing valve (if the purge air is from the compressed air
supply) to 0.45 bar.

5.4.1 Adjusting the stepping motor

If during the commissioning the stepping motor does not rotate in one direction only,
i.e. the motor rotates alternatively one step forward and one step backward then the
7-core connection cable (5) between the electronics and the fluidic control compo-
nent is not wired correctly.
The numbered wires of the 7-core cable have to be connected to the corresponding
terminals in the correct sequence.

Fig. 5.1

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5.4.2 Adjusting the safety valve

Caution!
Never operate the filter purge system without safety valve. Depending on the
design the safety valve can be installed at the blower, in the purge air line or at the
free purge air connection at the filter top.

Note:
Valves which have not been supplied by Bühler must be adjusted according to the
manufacturer’s instructions.

2, 3

Fig. 5.2

(1) Nuts (3) Counternut

(2) Screw (4) Safety valve

• Loosen the nuts (1) and adjust the pressure of 0.5 bar by loosening or tightening
the spring.
• Secure the nuts (1) again.
• If the valve is unstable (flutters) then the screw (2) has to be turned in further
until the valve operates smoothly.
Secure the screw (2) with the counternut (3).
• In the case of an operating pressure below –150 mbar an airtight hood, which
covers the safety valve (4), is required. This hood has to be connected with a
line to the filter exhaust line so that the negative pressure under the hood is the
same as in the filter.

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6 Operation
6.1 General information

Danger!
Only start up the machine if all safety devices are fully operational and the
protective covers or guards are intact. The safety devices must be kept in
good working condition at all times and must never be removed or made
ineffective.

• Safety limit switches, interlock cylinders, rotary speed monitors, solenoid valves,
lock magnets for door locks etc. must always be kept fully operational. Safety
limit switches must never be bridged over or put out of operation.
• Keep the space required for the operation of the machine free.
• Explosion protection (see Chap. 1.4,  8 and Chap. 2.2.1,  10).
• In the automatic mode the machine can be operated without supervision.
• When separating poisonous products operate the machine in the negative
pressure range.
• Do not open the filter door during operation.
• Only step into the machine once the product conveying and the control unit have
been switched off.

6.2 Control

6.2.1 Emergency STOP

Once the emergency STOP switch has been actuated the machine is stopped
immediately via the control unit. All elements are stopped immediately.

Note:
After an emergency STOP it can take a lot of work to restart the machine.
Therefore it must only be released if there is an immediate danger to persons or
equipment.

Starting after an emergency STOP

1. Eliminate the cause of the fault.
2. Reset the emergency STOP switch.
3. Remove the product from the machine.
4. Restart the machine at the control unit.

6.2.2 Filter control unit

For the adjustment of the filter control unit refer to the separate operating
instructions MVRY-66374.

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6.3 Electropneumatic control component

6.3.1 Adjusting the swivel arm

After four steps have been carried out the solenoid valve opens (audible) and the
swivel arm (25) has to line up with an outlet.
• If this is not the case, loosen both bolts (36).
• This way the motor plate (37) can be rotated by approx. 15°.
• With that the swivel arm can be easily aligned with the corresponding outlet
when the solenoid valve opens.

25

Fig. 6.1

36

37

Fig. 6.2

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6.3.2 Fitting on the ball string

The 6-notches profile disk (21) as well as the 26-notches profile disk (23) are
provided with a red mark.
This mark was placed at the Buhler works during the initial adjustment.
1. When fitting a new ball string it must be placed around the 6-notches profile disk
first.
– In doing so the bright ball has to be placed at the mark.
2. The ball string is moved on by a clockwise rotation of the disk until the bright ball
is by the 26-notches profile disk.
– There the bright ball is also placed at the mark and the fitting of the ball
string is completed.
• The tension of the ball string must not be too high and it has to have a slack of
approx. 5 mm when pressed.
3. The position of the swivel arm has to be checked and readjusted if necessary.

21

23
Fig. 6.3 Fig. 6.4

6.4 Routine checks

Check daily:
Read off and note down the filter resistance at the filter control unit MVRY (MVRY
with Δp-option) or at the measuring device (MVRY without Δp-option)
(see also Chap. 4.4,  32).
A rise in the filter resistance indicates that the filter bags are contaminated or are
stuck together or that there is a fault in the purging system of the filter
(see Chap. 6.5.1,  48).

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6.5 Faults and trouble shooting

6.5.1 Filter purging

• Leaks in the purging system:
– Remove the hood of the filter top.
– Check the purge valves and the hose connections between the purge valves
and the control unit for the loss of purge air.
• Dust in the clean gas chamber:
– Defective or incorrectly installed filter bags can be the cause
(see Chap. 4.6,  34 and Chap. 4.7,  36).

6.5.2 Purge valve leaky

If the main diaphragm (1) is tilted in the cover it will cause the valve to blow off
continuously.
In most cases it helps to slightly loosen the 4 nuts (2) under pressure and to move
the cover (3) to and fro by hand.

Caution!
If this does not help then the cover and the diaphragm must only be removed once
the pressure has been released.

3 1 2

Fig. 6.5

(1) Main diaphragm

(2) Nut
(3) Valve cover

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7 Maintenance
Maintenance of the machine may only be carried out by suitably qualified and
authorised personnel.

Danger!
Perform all maintenance, cleaning and inspection work with the machine at a
standstill only (all machine movements have to be stopped).
The safety switch must be set to «0» and locked.

Caution!
A precondition for safe and trouble-free operation is that the maintenance work is
carried out properly.

7.1 General maintenance work

Note:
The machine is designed for low-maintenance continuous operation.
The electropneumatic control component does not require any maintenance.

• Carry out regular functional checks.

• In the event of maintenance or service work all voltage sources must be dis-
connected from the machine, also external ones (non-Buhler control systems).
• All energy sources must be switched off.
• The internal pipe system of the machine must be depressurized.
• Always isolate electrical elements by completely disconnecting all phases
(electrical conductors). This is done by using a lockable safety switch which
interrupts all poles and is located close to the machine or in the control desk /
control panel of the installation.
Switching off the fuses only is not sufficient.
• Always wear safety goggles for repair work. If necessary use a helmet (with face
guard), ear protection, gloves and safety shoes.
• Use suitable spanners and torque wrenches for loosening or tightening screw
connections with specified torques.
• Do not use any striking tools, chisels or punches where splinters could split off.
• Explosion protection (see Chap. 1.4,  8 and Chap. 2.2.1,  10)
• Remove foreign bodies and material deposits from the machine.
• Protection devices and safety equipment which have been removed for mainte-
nance and service work must always be replaced and tested for functionality
before operation is restarted.
• In the case of a product back-up in the discharge device the scraper arms have
to be checked for wear and deformation.

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7.2 Cleaning

7.2.1 General information

• Always remove dust or dirt deposits on the machine.
• Clean electrical cables with a damp cloth only, without any solvents.
• Keep the machine inside and outside clean in order to prevent bacteria and pest
infestation and static charge.
• The food areas must be cleaned with warm water only and must be dried
afterwards.
• The cleaning intervals depend on the product, the location and the climate.

7.2.2 Cleaning the filter bags

Danger!
Always wear safety goggles and if necessary a breathing apparatus etc.,
before opening the filter top or the filter door.

Note:
First make sure whether the replacement of the filter bags is not more economical
than the cleaning.
Before removing the filter bags operate the filter purging for 15…30 min. with the
conveying stopped in order to pre-clean the filter bags.

• Clean the filter bags on site:

Clean the filter bags by hand (shake, brush) or better still clean by machine
(vacuum cleaning or with filter bag cleaning machine).
• Filter bags made from wool felt:
Filter bags made from wool or cotton must only be cleaned dry or chemically by
hand or by machine.
(The filter bags will shrink if cleaned wet and will not retain the original shape
after drying.)
• Filter bags made from synthetic fibres:
Filter bags made from synthetic fibres (Orlon, Dralon, nylon, polyester, acrylic,
Nomex, Teflon) can be washed in water after mechanical cleaning (beating,
brushing). (These filter bags will not shrink after contact with water.) See also
«Washing instructions for needle felt».

Note:
Check the degree of separation of the filter after every cleaning of the filter bags.
(The cleaning process will age the filter bags resulting in a reduced dust retaining
capability.)

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7.2.3 Cleaning the filter top

purge air connection

seal

connection from purge tank

to housing

compressed air filter

filter top

Fig. 7.1

• Loosen all screw connections (purge air connection, connection from purge tank
to housing) before opening the filter top.
• The compressed air filter must be cleaned regularly
(accumulation of condensation).
• If during the operation a filter bag becomes defective causing the product to
enter the clean gas chamber then the entire filter top has to be cleaned
thoroughly.
• While doing so check how dusty the other filter bags are on the inside and if
necessary clean these filter bags as well.
• In the case of a TOP-removal version the filter top has to be checked for
tightness after each opening and a new seal has to be fitted if necessary.

Note:
Only restart the filter once everything has been cleaned.

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7.3 Repairing the filter bags

• If it is necessary to repair filter bags then the patch and the thread must be of
the same material as the filter bag.
• Mend only small holes at the filter bag.
• If the damage is too big the filter bag must be replaced.
• Mend as little as possible.

7.4 Replacing the electropneumatic control component

The control component can be detached from the base plate after the 7-core cable
(5) is disconnected and the four hexagon socket screws have been removed.

Note:
When installing a new control unit the holes in the seal (14) inserted in the control
unit must be lined up with the holes in the unit itself.

14

5
Fig. 7.2

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7.5 Washing instructions for needle felt

On principle synthetic filter materials are washable, regardless of whether they are
used for the separation of dust or the separation of solids from liquids.
Once the filter bags in filter-type separators shows signs of clogging-up they must
first be cleaned in the installation of any surplus dust by a mechanical and/or
pneumatic method. Preferably this should be done by a longer actuation of the
cleaning-off process in the operating status, immediately after the production has
been stopped, but without dust supply.

7.5.1 Washing procedure

1. Water soluble, easily removable contamination
Soak the filter materials in a large tub of cold water. Stir with a wooden or plastic
paddle. Please observe the rule: «Plenty of rinsing but little movement!» Particles
which have penetrated deeply into the needle felt have to be removed by rinsing
processes reaching deep into the pores.
If cold water is ineffective the temperature of the water has to be raised to 50 or
60 °C. Soaking overnight intensifies the effect and protects the felt. A non-ionogenic
wetting agent (e.g. 1…2 g/l Levapon* 150 from Bayer) and/or a mild washing
detergent (e.g. 1…2 g/l Fewamat* from Henkel) can be added to speed up the
washing process.
Textiles are easily subject to abrasion and improper mechanical treatment of needle
felt can lead to surface damage and undesirable raising of the nap. We therefore
only recommend the use of drum-type washing machines if the filter material is
sufficiently protected against friction at the sides of the drum. This can be done by
wrapping the filters in oversized bags of very coarse weave.
2. Resinated contamination
Contaminations like resins, pitch are dissolved by washing agents containing
solvents. Depending on the degree of contamination we recommend soaking of
several hours in 1…10 g/l cold Diadavin WTS* from Bayer.
Avoid heating up the washing liquid since this leads to rapid evaporation of the
solvent part in the washing liquid.

Danger!
For health reasons the working rooms have to be well ventilated and the
regulations of the Factory's Act have to be observed.

3. Acidic contamination
Contaminations of anionic minerals are removed by alkalis
(soaking in a bath which contains 1…2 ml/l ammonia).
Maximum temperature: 50 °C.
4. Alkaline contamination
Contaminations like cement and lime may be dissolved by acids. We recommend
two hour soaking of the filter materials in a bath which contains 1…2 ml/l (milliliter
per litre liquid) acetic acid.
Maximum temperature: 50 °C.
5. Drying
Dry the washed filter materials in the air or in industrial dryers at temperatures up to
a maximum of 95 °C.

*) Registered trademark of the individual manufacturers

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8 Decommissioning
8.1 Disassembly
After completing work with the machine (major repair, dismantling or disposal)
disassembly is carried out in the reverse order to assembly.
• Before beginning disassembly work, the responsible person must obtain
corresponding instructions from the manufacturer for safe disassembly.
• The machine may only be disassembled in accordance with all accident pre-
vention measures and only by instructed personnel. These personnel must be
informed of the safety precautions.

8.2 Disposal
The machine and its components are to be disposed of in accordance with locally
valid regulations.
For permanent decommissioning of the machine, ensure correct disposal or
recycling in the interest of environmental protection:
• Fluids (motor and gear oil, etc.)
• Toxic refuse (batteries, electronic components)
• Separate plastic materials
• Separate metal parts according to type of metal

Note:
Filter bags that are contaminated with poisonous product must be sealed in plastic
bags.

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9 After-sales service
9.1 Stockkeeping of spare parts
Please use the information on the following pages when ordering spare parts.
Please note that special manufacturing and delivery specifications are frequently
applied to Bühler and non-Bühler parts and that the spare parts supplied by Bühler
will always conform to the latest technical state of development.
Ordering instructions
An order for spare parts must include the following information:
(table with examples)

Machine No. Subassembly No. Part No. Designation Quantity

(see name plate)
..................................... ............................... XXXX-00000-021 ............................... ..................

Note:
These order details are required in order to prevent incorrect deliveries.
In case of uncertainties, please enclose dimensioned sketch with description.
When placing an order for spare parts and wear parts without part numbers, state
subassembly number and instead of the part number the item number on the parts
list.
Motors or gears units:
Indicate the motor or gear unit number when making any inquiries or placing
orders for spare parts.

Abbreviations:
E = Spare part
V = Wear part

9.2 Address
Bühler AG
Customer Service Grain Processing
CH-9240 Uzwil, Switzerland
Phone +41 71 955 30 40
Fax +41 71 955 33 05
[email protected]

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9.3 Recommended spare parts

9.3.1 Filter top NT

Item Part number Designation

1 MVRU-10887-010 Flange
2 MVRW-10111-001 Washer
12 UNS -29002-011 Compressed air filter, G1/4", 90°C, with angle bracket
14 NEN -05158-070 Seal, Dx125x2
15 MVRS-50117-010 Seal, Dx180x2
24** MVRS-84161-810 Differential pressure gauge, 0…25 mbar
26** UXR -56223-006 Plastic hose PVC W, D6/9x9000
27 MVRP-75308-810 Filter bag
28 NMN -05702-010 Compression spring, nickel-plated
29 UNN -48004-013 E Compression spring, 1,6x27,4x32x3
30 MVRS-50031-010 V Pilot diaphragm
31 MVRS-83000-810 V Main diaphragm EPT 1140
32* UXR -56646-006 Hose, silicone, D4/8x6000
33* UNN -24120-010 Hose connection, WES 4/R 1/8", PA 6
36 UNR -26003-004 Brass pipe, D6/4x800
42** UNN -24120-012 Hose connection WES 6/R, 1/8", PA 6,
for differential pressure gauge (item 24)
43 UXN -24038-206 Adjustable elbow fitting, D6 / G1/8"
45 UNN -24036-016 Male stud elbow fitting, MS G1/8", SO 2421-6-1/8"
46 UXN -24038-212 Male stud connection-L, D10 / R1/4"
55 UNN -24013-134 Double nipple galv., G 1/4"

Temperature class: –20…+90 °C

* For low-pressure filters MVRT with differential pressure cleaning
** For low-pressure filters MVRT with time controlled cleaning

Item MVRT-81175 Filter top MVRT-18/NT

13 MVRT-81175-13 V Seal NBR, 15/7,5x3300
17 MVRT-81175-17 V Seal CR, 15/4x3300
34 MVRT-81175-34 E Pipe PA, D6/4x20000
35 MVRT-81175-35 E Pipe PA, D10/7,5x1200
44 MVRT-81175-44 V Seal CR, D10x3200

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Item MVRT-81176 Filter top MVRT-26/NT

13 MVRT-81176-13 V Seal NBR, 15/7,5x3750
17 MVRT-81176-17 V Seal CR, 15/4x3750
34 MVRT-81176-34 E Pipe PA, D6/4x35000
35 MVRT-81176-35 E Pipe PA, D10/7,5x1900
68 MVRT-81176-68 V Silicone profile MQ, 17/13x3800

Item MVRT-81177 Filter top MVRT39/NT

13 MVRT-81177-13 V Seal NBR, 15/7,5x4500
17 MVRT-81177-17 V Seal CR, 15/4x4500
34 MVRT-81177-34 E Pipe PA, D6/4x30000
35 MVRT-81177-35 E Pipe PA, D10/7,5x1900
68 MVRT-81177-68 V Silicone profile MQ, 17/13x4300

Item MVRT-81178 Filter top MVRT-52/NT

13 MVRT-81178-13 V Seal NBR, 15/7,5x5000
17 MVRT-81178-17 V Seal CR, 15/4x5000
34 MVRT-81178-34 E Pipe PA, D6/4x35000
35 MVRT-81178-35 E Pipe PA, D10/7,5x1900
68 MVRT-81178-68 V Silicone profile MQ, 17/13x4800

Item MVRT-81179 Filter top MVRT-78/NT

13 MVRT-81179-13 V Seal NBR, 15/7,5x6100
17 MVRT-81179-17 V Seal CR, 15/4x6100
34 MVRT-81179-34 E Pipe PA, D6/4x45000
35 MVRT-81179-35 E Pipe PA, D10/7,5x2100
68 MVRT-81179-68 V Silicone profile MQ, 17/13x5900

Item MVRT-81180 Filter top MVRT-104/NT

13 MVRT-81180-13 V Seal NBR, 15/7,5x6600
17 MVRT-81180-17 V Seal CR, 15/4x6600
34 MVRT-81180-34 E Pipe PA, D6/4x55000
35 MVRT-81180-35 E Pipe PA, D10/7,5x2300
68 MVRT-81180-68 V Silicone profile MQ, 17/13x6400

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9.3.2 Filter top HT

Item Part number Designation

1 MVRU-10887-010 Flange
2 MVRW-10111-001 Washer
12 UNS -29002-011 Compressed air filter, G1/4", 90°C, with angle bracket
14 MVRS-50020-020 Seal, Dx125x2
15 MVRS-50117-010 Seal, Dx180x2
24** MVRS-84161-810 Differential pressure gauge, 0…25 mbar
25 UNE -32096-006 Cable clamp, D8
26** UXR -56646-008 Hose, silicone, D6/9x9000
29 UNN -48004-013 E Compression spring, 1,6x27,4x32x3
30 MVRS-50031-020 V Pilot diaphragm, silicone
31 MVRS-83000-820 V Main diaphragm, silicone
32* UXR -56646-006 Hose, silicone, D4/8x6000
33* UNN -24037-351 Hose socket, DN4 R1/8"
42** UNN -24037-501 Male stud elbow fitting, R1/8"–G1/8"
43** UNN -24037-352 Hose socket, DN6 R1/8"
46 UNN -24037-502 Male stud connection, R1/4"–G1/4"
60 UNN -24037-355 Hose socket, DN8 R1/4"

Temperature class: –20…+150 °C

* For low-pressure filters MVRT with differential pressure cleaning
** For low-pressure filters MVRT with time controlled cleaning

Item MVRT-81187 Filter top MVRT-18/HT

16 MVRT-81187-16 V Seal HT, 15/4x1900
17 MVRT-81187-17 V Seal HT, 15/4x3300
34 MVRT-81187-34 E Silicone hose, D5/8x20000
35 MVRT-81187-35 E Silicone hose, D8/12x1500

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Item MVRT-81188 Filter top MVRT-26/HT

16 MVRT-81188-16 V Seal HT, 15/4x2200
17 MVRT-81188-17 V Seal HT, 15/4x3750
34 MVRT-81188-34 E Silicone hose, D5/8x35000
35 MVRT-81188-35 E Silicone hose, D8/12x2200

Item MVRT-81189 Filter top MVRT-39/HT

16 MVRT-81189-16 V Seal HT, 15/4x2500
17 MVRT-81189-17 V Seal HT, 15/4x4500
34 MVRT-81189-34 E Silicone hose, D5/8x30000
35 MVRT-81189-35 E Silicone hose, D8/12x2200

Item MVRT-81190 Filter top MVRT-52/HT

16 MVRT-81190-16 V Seal HT, 15/4x2900
17 MVRT-81190-17 V Seal HT, 15/4x5000
34 MVRT-81190-34 E Silicone hose, D5/8x35000
35 MVRT-81190-35 E Silicone hose, D8/12x2200

Item MVRT-81191 Filter top MVRT-78/HT

16 MVRT-81191-16 V Seal HT, 15/4x3800
17 MVRT-81191-17 V Seal HT, 15/4x6100
34 MVRT-81191-34 E Silicone hose, D5/8x45000
35 MVRT-81191-35 E Silicone hose, D8/12x2400

Item MVRT-81192 Filter top MVRT-104/HT

16 MVRT-81192-16 V Seal HT, 15/4x4800
17 MVRT-81192-17 V Seal HT, 15/4x6600
34 MVRT-81192-34 E Silicone hose, D5/8x55000
35 MVRT-81192-35 E Silicone hose, D8/12x2600

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9.3.3 Seals for intermediate section with explosion vent

Item Part number Seals MVRT-18/NT

1 MVRT-81110-280 E Rubber profile, 23/16x2550
2 MVRT-81110-270 Seal, D10x1900
4 MVRT-81110-260 Seal, 15/4x3000
5 MVRT-82073-220 E Seal, 15/7,5x2200

Item Part number Seals MVRT-26/NT

1 MVRT-81111-280 E Rubber profile, 23/16x2750
2 MVRT-81111-270 Seal, D10x2100
4 MVRT-81111-260 Seal, 15/4x3200
5 MVRT-82073-220 E Seal, 15/7,5x2200

Item Part number Seals MVRT-39/NT

1 MVRT-81112-280 E Rubber profile, 23/16x3000
2 MVRT-81112-270 Seal, D10x2300
4 MVRT-81112-260 Seal, 15/4x3500
5 MVRT-82074-220 E Seal, 15/7,5x2500

Item Part number Seals MVRT-52/NT

1 MVRT-81113-280 E Rubber profile, 23/16x3200
2 MVRT-81113-270 Seal, D10x3200
4 MVRT-81113-260 Seal, 15/4x3700
5 MVRT-82074-220 E Seal, 15/7,5x2500

Item Part number Seals MVRT-78/NT

1 MVRT-81114-280 E Rubber profile, 23/16x3850
2 MVRT-81114-270 Seal, D10x3200
4 MVRT-81114-260 Seal, 15/4x4300
5 MVRT-82075-220 E Seal, 15/7,5x2800

Item Part number Seals MVRT-104/NT

1 MVRT-81115-280 E Rubber profile, 23/16x4500
2 MVRT-81115-270 Seal, D10x3600
4 MVRT-81115-260 Seal, 15/4x4700
5 MVRT-82075-220 E Seal, 15/7,5x2800

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9.3.4 Seal

Item Part number Seal for MVRT-…NT

12** UNR -53745-024 E Foam ribbon gray, 15/4, L = …

Item Part number Seal for MVRT-…HT

12** UNR -53746-002 E Silicone foam profile white, 15/4, L = …

** indicate length

A
12

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9.3.5 Filter cage and filter bag

Item Part number Filter cage and filter bag TOP-removal

1 MVRT-83018-810 Filter cage galv., L = 1860
1 MVRT-83019-810 E Filter cage galv., L = 2400
1 MVRT-83020-810 E Filter cage galv., L = 3000
3** E Filter bag

Item Part number Filter cage and filter bag SIDE-removal

2 MVRP-73409-810 E Filter cage galv., L = 1860
2 MVRP-73410-810 Filter cage galv., L = 2400
2 MVRP-73411-810 Filter cage galv., L = 3000
2 MVRP-73415-810 E Filter cage stainless, L = 1860
2 MVRP-73416-810 E Filter cage stainless, L = 2400
2 MVRP-73417-810 E Filter cage stainless, L = 3000
4** E Filter bag
5 UXN -22006-103 E Bag clamp stainless, D107…127

** indicate length and machine No.

1 3 2 4
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9.3.6 MVRT-85030 Control component NT complete

Item Part number Designation

01 MVRY-82001-81 Control component complete, 26 MVRT
MVRY-82001-92 Spare control component
17 UXN-24038-211 Male stud connection straight, D10 / R ¼"
19 MVRX-82002-81 Intermediate flange complete, 26 outlets, for MVRT-26, 39, 52, 78, 104
20 MVRX-82002-82 Intermediate flange complete, 18 outlets, for MVRT-18
24 UXN-44018-128 O-ring NBR, D3x96, 75 shore
25 UXN-24038-209 Plug connection straight, D6 mm

9.3.7 MVRT-85030 Control component HT complete

Item Part number Designation

01 MVRY-82001-81 Control component complete, 26 MVRT
MVRY-82001-92 Spare control component
17 UXN-24038-211 Male stud connection straight, D10 / R ¼"
23 MVRX-30002-01 Intermediate flange
24 UXN-44018-128 O-ring NBR, D3x96, 75 shore

25 17 24 19, 20, 23

for spare parts for filter control unit

refer to operating instructions
MVRY-66374

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9.3.8 MVRY-82001 Electropneumatic control component complete, 26

Item Part number Designation

03 MVRX-40003-01 Seal, 26 holes, ZD 79 / 5359
08 UXF-96000-007 Ball string, closed length 328 mm
16 UNS-16001-913 Solenoid valve, two-way, 24 V DC, type 121 K 06 01
28 PRF-85029-82 Hood complete, without quick lock
33 MVRY-85000-81 Cable, L = 5000

3 28

16

33

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