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Safety Instructions
Separator Basics
3.1 Basic principles of separation
3.2 Overview
3.3 Separating function
3.4 Mechanicalfunction
3.5 Definitions
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Operating I nstructions
4.1 Operating routine
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4-2
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Cleaning the bowl
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Service lnstructions
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5.1 Periodicmaintenance
5.2 Maintenance Logs
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5.4
5.5
5.6
Gleaning
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When changing oil
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Common maintenance directions
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5.7
Liftinginstructions
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Check points
Dismantling/Assembly
6.1 General
6.2 Dismantling
6.3 Assembly
6.4 Feed and discharge pumps
6.5 Frame feet
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Trouble-tracing
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7.1 Troubletracng procedure

7.2 Mechanical function
7.3 Purification faults
7.4 Clarification faults
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Technical Reference
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8.1 Technicaldata
8.2 Basic size drawing,
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8.3 Basic
size drawing,
separatorwith pump and no heater
8.4 Basic
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drawing,
separatorwith pump and heater
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Connection list,
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no heater / without pump
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Gonnection list,
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8.7 lnterface description

8.8 Lubricants
8.9 Drawings
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installation
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warnings before installation, operation,
seruce and maintenance.
Not following the instructons can result

serious accidents.
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This manualis designed for operators and service

engineers working with the Alfa Lavalseparator
MAB 1049.-14124.
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For inforrnation concerning the functin of the

separator, see "3 Separator Basics" on page 15
and "4 Operating Instructions" on page 33.
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by Alfa Lavalas part of a processing system, this
manual is a part of the System Manual. ln this
case, study carefully all the instructions in the
System Manual.
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Parts Catalogue, SPC is supplied.
This Separator Manual consists of:
Safety Instructions
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Pay specialattention 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.
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the separator only.
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Service Instructions
This chapter gives instructions for daily checks,
cleaning, oil changes, seruicing and check points.
Dismantling I 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.
lf the separator has been installed as part of a

processing system always refer to the Troubletracing part of the System Manualfirst.
Technical Reference
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This chapter contains technical data concerning

the separator and drawings.
lnstallation
General information on installation planning.
Lifting instruction
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Great forces are generated
Stopping iime is long
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Manufacturing tolerances are extremely fine.

Rotating parts are carefully balanced to reduce
undesired vibrations that can cause a breakdown.
Material properties have been considered
carefully during design to withstand stress and
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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.
lncorrect operation and maintenance can result in

unbalance due to build-up of sediment, reduction
of materialstrengih, etc., that subsequently could
lead to serious damage and/or injury.
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apply:
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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 mantenance
and operation, especially concerning
emergency stopping procedu res.
Use only Alfa Laval genuine spare parts
and the special tools supPlied'
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Use the separator only for the purpose
and parameter range specified by
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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.
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power frequency used. lf incorrect,
subsequent overspeed may result in a
serious break down.
Check that the gear
Welding or heating of parts that rotate

can seriously affect material strength.
Wear on the large lock ring thread must
not exceed safety limit. Q-mark on lock
ring must not pass opposite Q-mark by
rnore than specified distance.
Inspect regularly for corrosion and

erosion damage. lnspect frequently if
process liquid
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Safety lnstrucfibns
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 staing any
dismantling work.
Assemble the machine comPletelY
before start.
be in place.
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Electrical hazards
Follow local regulations for electrical
installation and earthing (grounding).
WARNING
Crush hazards
Use correct lifting tools and follow lifting

instructions.
Do not work under a hanging load.
Noise hazards
Use ear protection in noisy

environments.
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CAUTION
Burn hazards
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Lubrication oiland various machine

surfaces can be hot and cause burns.
Gut hazards
Sharp edges on separator discs and lock

ring 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
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This type of safety instruction indicates a

situation which, if not avoided, could result in
fatal injury or fatal damage to health.
WARNING
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disabling iniury or disabling damage to
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3.3 Separatingfunction
3.3.1 Purification
3.3.2 Purifier bowl
3.3.3 Liquid seal
3.3.4 Position of interface
3.3.5 Clarification
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- gravity disc

3.4.1 Main parts
3.4.2 lnlet and outlet
3.4.3 Mechanical powertransmission
3.4.4 Brake
3.4.5 Sensors and indicators
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Definitions
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3.1
Basic prnciples of separation
Eeparator Basics
Basic prnciples of
separation
3.1
The purpose of separation can be:
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to free
a liquid
of solid
particles,
t0 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.
Sedim e ntatio n by gravity
Separation by gravity
A liquid mixture in a stationary bowlwillclear
slowly as the heavy particles in the liquid mixture
sink to the bottom under the influence of gravityA
lighter liquid rises while
a heavier liquid and
solids sink.
Continuous separation and sedimentation can be

achieved n a seling tank having outlets
arranged according to the difference in density of
the liquids.
Heavier particles in the liquid mixture will settlg
and form a sediment layer on the tank bottom.
Sedimentation in a seftling tank, with outlets making it
possible to separate the lghter liquid parts from the
heavier
Cenifugal separaton
ln a rapidly rotating bowl, the force of gravity is
replaced by centrifugalforce, which can be
thousands of times greater.
Separation and sedimentation is continuous and
happens very quickly.
The centrifugal force in the separator bowl can
achieve in a few seconds what takes many hours
in a tank under influence of gravity.
The centrifugal solution
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3 Separator
3.1.1
Basics
Factors influencing the
separation result
Separatin g temperatu re
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
High vscosity (wik low temperature)

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Low viscosity facilitates separation. Viscosity can

be reduced by heating.
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two liquids, the easier the separation. The density
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Basic principles of separation
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An increased quantity of water in an oil will

influence the separating rsult through the
optimum transpoding capacity of the disc stack.
An increased water content in the oil can be
compensated by reducing the throughput in order
to restore the optimum separating efficiency.
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separated out than the irregular one (B).
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the flow inside the bowlis influenced by the
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efficiency. In such cases the time between
cleaning should be reduced to suit these
conditions.
Sludge accumulation
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The throughput sets the time allowed for the

separation of water and sediment from the oil. A
better separation result can often be achieved by
reducing the throughput, i.e. by increasing the
settling time.
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3,1
Basic principles of sepuation
Disc stack
A neglected disc stack containing deformed discs
or discs coated with deposits will impairthe
separating result.
Gravity disc
The position of the interface is adjusted by
altering the outlet diameter of the heavy liquid
phase, that is by exchanging the gravity disc.
A gravity disc with
a larger hole will move the

the bowlperiphery, whereas a
disc with a smaller hole will place it closer to the
bowl centre. For selection of gravity disc see
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The separator comprises a processing part and a

driving part. lt is driven by an electric motor.
Mechanically, the separator machine frame is
composed of a bottom part and a collecting cover.
The motor is flanged to the frame. The frame feet
have vibration damping.
The bottom part of the separator contains the

horizontal driving device, driving shaft with
coupling, a worm gear and a vertical spindle.
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The bottom part also contains an oil bath for the

worm gear, a brake and a revolution counter,
indicating speed.
The collecting cover contains the processing
parts of the separatot the inlet and outlets and
piping.
The liquid is cleaned in the separator bowl. This is

fitted on the upper part of the vertical spindle and
rotates at high speed inside the space formed by
the collectng cover.
All. connections have standardised numbers.
These numbers are used in the connection list
and the basic size drawing which can be found in
chapter "S Technical Reference'on page 123.
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3.3
3.3 Separating function
Separating function
Unseparated process liquid is fed into the bowl

through the inlet pipe and is pumped via the
distributor towards the periphery of the bowl.
When the process liquid reaches holes of the
distributor; itwillrise through the channels formed
by the disc stack where it is evenly distributed.
The process liquid is continuously cleaned as it
flows towards the center of the bowl. When the
cleaned process liquid leaves'the disc stack it
rises upwards and leaves the bowl through outlet
(220). Separated heavy phase flows over the
gravity disc and leaves the bowlvia outlet (221).
The sludge and solid particles are forced out
towards the periphery of the bowl and collected
on the bowlwall, the sludge space.
The space between bowl hood and top disc is
normally filled with heavy phase.
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SeParating function
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This bowl has two liquid outlets. The process

liquid flows through the centre and out under the
distributor.
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The liquid flows up and is divided among the
interspaces between the bowldiscs, where the

liquid phases are separated from each other by
action of the centrifugal force.
The heavy phase and any sediment move along
the underside of the bowldiscs towards the
periphery of the bowl, where the sediment settles
on the bowlwall. The heavy phase proceeds
along the upper side of the top disc towards the
neck of the bowl hood and leaves the bowl via the
gravity disc - the outer way (darkcoloured in
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The light phase moves along the upper side of the
bowldiscs towards the bowlcentre and leaves

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inner way (light coloured in illustration).
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Purifier bowl
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Top disc with neck.
The gravity disc, which should be chosen

according to directions in chapter "4.1.2
Selection of gravity disc" on page 35.
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In a purifier bowl the liquid seal prevents the light

liquid phase from passing the outer edge of the
top disc, thus eliminating flow out through the
outer path. The bowl must therefore be filled with
sealing liquid before the process liquid is
admied. The sealing liquid will be displaced
slightly by the process liquid into a position that
forms the interface. The location of the interface
will be affected by the relative difference in
density between the phases, but is also
dependent on outer and inner diameters (Dt and
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phase.
density than the heavy
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heavy phase.
In most cases the heavy phase is used as sealing

liquid.
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contains a sufficient quantity of heavy phase
(more than 25%), the process liquid can be
supplied directly as the seal will form
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The position of the interface is adjusted for

optimum separation by altering the pressure
balance of the two liquid phases oiland water
inside the separator.
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The purifier bowl is adiusted for separation liquid

mixtures with various specific gravity ratios by
altering the diameter of the outlet for the heavy
phase (Dr). The heavier or more viscous the light
phase and the largerthe liquid feed the srnaller
the diameter should be. For this purpose a
number of gravity discs with various hole
diameters is delivered with the separator.
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The gravity disc is
located inside the bowl hood. A

gravity discwith a larger hole will move the
towards the bowl periphery, whereas a
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a smaller hole will place it closer to the
disc
bowlcentre.
purifier bowl the position of the interface
should be located between the disc stack edge
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When selecting a gravity disc for a purifier the

general rule is to use the disc having the largest
possible hole without causing a break of the water
seal.
Where to locate the interface depends on which

phase should be delivered pure, and on the
proportions between the amounts of the two
phases as well.
lf the light phase is wanted more free from the

neavy one, the interface should be placed
nearer the bowl periphery, however not more
than the outer edge of the top disc (the
gravity disc is too big), as this would break
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and the larger the liquid feed the smaller the
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Separatng fundion
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This bowl has one liquid outletThe process liquid flows through the centre of the
distributor.
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The liquid flows up and is divided among the

interspaces between the bowl discs, where the
sediment is separated from the liquid by action of
the centrifugal force.
The sediment move along the underside of the bowl
discs towards the periphery of the bowl, where it
settle on the bowlwall.
The separation is influenced by changes in the
viscosiiy (separating temperature) or in the through-
Sediment (solids)
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Clarifier bowl
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clarifier bowl:
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2. Bowl discwithout caulks (metal strips)
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2. Vertical driving device.
3. Horizontal driving device-
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3.4.2 Inlet and outlet

The inlet and outlets consist of the following parts:
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The inlet to pump (201 .1).

The outletfrom pump to heater (2O1.2).
The inlet
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heater to separator (201.3).
The inlet forwater seal (206).

The outlet
for
clean oil (220).
The outlet forwater (221).

Drain of frame (460).
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The inlet
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The outlet
water seal
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clean oil (220).
The outletforwater (221).

Drain of frame (460).
See drawings and connection lists on pages 128

to 132.
Separator without pump
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3.4.3
Separafor Basics
Mechanical power
transmission
The main parts of the power transmission

between motor and bowlare illustrated in the
figure.
The friction coupling ensures a gentle start and

acceleration and at the same time prevents
'overloading of the worm gear and motor.
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The worm gear has a ratio which increase the

bowlspeed severaltimes compared with the
motorspeed. For correct ratio see chapter "8.1
Technicaldata" on page 124.
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To reduce bearing wear and the transmission of

bowlvibrations to the frame and foundation, the
top bearing of the bowlspindle is mounted in a
spring casing.
The worm wheel runs in a lubricating oil bath. The
bearings on the spindle and the worm wheelshaft
are lubricated by the oil splash produced by the
rotating worm wheel.
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Bowlspindle
Top bearing and spring casing
Worm wheel
Worm
Friction coupling
Worm wheelshaft
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Brake
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The separator is equipped with a hand operated

brake to be used when stopping the separator.
The use of the brake reduces the retardation time
of the bowl and critical speeds willtherefore be
quickly passed.
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Sensors and indicators
Revolution counter
A revolution counter indicates the speed of the
separator and is driven from the worm wheel
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shaft. The correct speed is needed to achieve the

best separating results and for reasons of safety.
The number of revolutions on the revolution
counter for corect speed is shown in chapter "8
Technical Reference" on page 123. Referto name
plate for speed padiculars.
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Sight glass
The sight glass shows the oil level in the worm
gear housing.
Sight glass - oil level
Cover interlocking switch (option)

When required, the cover interlocking switch
should be connected to the stader equipment so
that starting of the motor is prevented when the
separator hood is not (completely) closed.
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3.5
Definitions
3.5
SeparatorBasr-cs
Definitions
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Back pressure
Pressure in the separator outlet.
Clarification
Liquicl/solids separ:ation with the intention of separating partictes, normally

solids, from a liquid having a lower density than the particles.
Clarifier disc
optional disc, which replaces the gravity disc in the separator bowl, in the
case of clarifier operation. The disc seals off the heavy phase (water) outlet in
the bowl, thus no liquid seal exists.
Density
Mass per volume unit. Expressed in kg/ms at specified temperature, normally at
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Gravity disc
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the bowl hood for positioning the interface between the disc stack and
outer edge of the top disc, This disc is only used in purifier mode.
Disc in
the
lnterface
Boundary layer between the heavy phase (outer) and the right phase (inner) in
a separator bowl.
Liquid seal
Liquid in the solids space of the separator bowlto prevent the light phase from
leaving the bowlthrough the heavy phase ouilet, in purifier mode.
Major Service (MS)
overhaul of the complete separator, including bottom pad. Renewal of seals

bowl, gaskets in inleVoutlet, seals and bearings in bottom part.
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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 ihan the liquids can be removed at the same time. The lighter
liquid phase (oil), which is the major part of the mixture, shall be purified as far
as possible.
Sediment (sludge)
Solids separated from a liquid.
Throughput
The feed of process liquid to the separator per time unit. Expressed in m3/h or
tivh.
Viscosity
Fluid resist?nce against movement. Normally expressed in centistoke

(cSt = mm 2/sec), at specified temperature
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4.1.2
4,1.3
4.1.4
4.1 .5
4.1.6
4.1.7
4.1.8
Before
first start
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of gravity disc
Before normal start
Starting and running-up procedure
At full speed
During operaiion
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Stoppingprocedure
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Emergency stop
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Seleciion
Gleaning the bowf
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4.2.2
4.2.3
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Removal
of separated sludge
The
operating procedure:
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Before start
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Disc stack
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Assembly the bowl
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Running
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Stop procedure
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4. 1 Aperating routine
Operating Instructions
Operating routine
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Before first start
Technical demands for connections and logical

limitations for the separator is described in the
chapter"S TechnicalFleference" on page 123 and
the documents:
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b. Basic size drawing
c. Connection
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lnterface description
Foundation drawing
Before first start the following checkpoint shall be
checked:
Fnsure the machine is installed conectly dnd

that feed-lines and drains have been flushed
clean.
Fill
oil in the gear housing. Fill
up to the
middle of the sighlglass. Use the correct

grade of oil. The separator is delivered
without oil in theworm gear housing. For
grade and quality, see "8.8 Lubricants" on
page 136.
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Selection of gravity disc
The separator is delivered with a set of gravity

discs. The diameter (d) of the gravity disc (2) sets
the position of the interface in the separator. The
separation efficiency can be optimized by
selection of the conect diameter for each
process.
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4.1.3 Before normal start
Check these points before every start.
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separator is properly assembled.
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Make sure that all inlet and outlet couplings

and connections have been correctly made
and are properly tightened to prevent
leakage.
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3.
OPerating Insgucto!:
OPerating routine
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that the hooks and screws
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collecting cover are
Check
cover
Haok bolts for collecting
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the sight
the oil level' The middle,of
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1.
lnstructi ons
Starting and runnng-up

procedure
After starting the separator, visuatly check to

be sure that the motor and separator have
started to rotate.
2. Check the direction of rotation. The revolution

counter should run counter-clockwise.
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Be alert for unusual noises or conditions.

Smoke and odour may occur at the stad
when friction pads are new.
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Smoke and adour
4.
Note the normal occurrence of critical speed

vibration periods.
Vibration
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4.1
5.
Operating routine
Operating Instructions
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has come to fullspeed.
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During start the current reaches a peak and

then slowly drops to a low and stable value.
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normal length
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page 124.
"8,1 Technical data" on
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.... to decrease to a stable value when full speed has

been reached.
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separator and keep bowl filled with liquid
during rundown.
The cause of the vibrations must be
identified and corrected before the separator

is restarted.
Excessive vibrations may be due to incorrect

assembly or poor cleaning of the bowl.
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4.1.5 At full speed

1. lf running the separator
as a purifie supply
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liquid (water) to form the liquid seal, Continue

until liquid (watefl flows out through the
heavy phase (water) outlet. The liquid (water)
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process liquid and be supplied quickly.
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3. Start the oil feed slowly to avoid breaking the
water seal. Then
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collecting tank level
souod/vibration of the separator
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lf running the separator as a purifier, feed

sealing water.
2. Turn off the feed.

3. StoP the seParator.
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Wait untilthe separator has come to a
complete standstill (2-5 minutes).
Release the brake (B) when the separator
at standstill.
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Manualcleaning should be carried out before

next start up. See "4.2.1 Bemoval of
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Entrapmenthazards
Make sure that rotating pads have come to a

complete standstill before starting any
dismantling work.
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indicate if the separator is rotating or not.
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Emergency stop
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to localsafety regulations. lt is often a button
placed on the wall nearthe separator or on the
control equipment.
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during operation, stop it immediately by switching
off the separator motor, e.g. by pushing the
emergency stop buon.
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Emergency stop
Disintegration haza rds

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Evaeuate the area around the separator. The

separator may be hazardous when passing
its critical speeds during the run-down.
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After an emergency stop
fault must be identified.
the cause
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lf all pads have been ohecked and the cause

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4 Operating Instructions
4.2 Cleanng the bowl
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Gleaning the bowl
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The separated sludge is accumulating on the

inside surface of the separator bowl. How often
the separator needs to be cleaned, depends on
the amount of sediment entering the separator.
High solids content or high throughput has the
consequence that the cleaning needs to be done
more often.
lntervals for a specific case must be based on

experience.
Information about sludge content in the feed can
by using a lab centrifuge or to
run the separator for 2 - 3 hours and then stop
and open the bowito check the amount of sludge.
be achieved either
Sludge accumulaon
Then prolong or shorten the cleaning interval.
4.2.1
Removal of separated
sludge
Remove the sludge collected on the inside of the

bowlds follows:
1.
Stop the separator as described in "4.1.7

Stopping procedure" on page 39.
DANGER
Entrapment hazards
Make sure that rotating Barts have come to a
complete standstll before starting any
dismantling work.
The revolution counter and the motor fan

indicate if the separator is rotating or not.
2.
Dismantle the bowl as described in "6.2.1

Bowl" on page 83.
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4 Operating Instructions
Cleaning the bowl
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When the sediment is not sticky, the disc stack

can be cleaned by "hurling".
1. Clean the other bowlparts.

2. Assemble the bowl.
3. Close and lock the collecting cover.
4. Run up to full speed without Iiquid feed.
5. After "hurling" either continue separation or
stop and
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lf the sediment adheres firmly, dissolve it by

submerging the distributor and the disc stack in a
suitable detergent.
lf "hurling" has no effect, clean the discs one by
one.
Assembly the bowl
Each bowl constitutes a balanced unit. Exchange

of any major part may need rebalancing of the
bowl. To prevent mixing of parts, e.g. in an
installation comprising of several machines of the
same type, the major bowl parts carry the
machine manufacturing number or its last three
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Out of balance vibration will reduce ball
Be sure.bowl parts are
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The assembly procedure is described

"6.3.3 Bowl" on page 99.
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sediment.
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Clarifier bowl
The arrows indicate position of guides in the bowl.
Lubrieation needed
Molykote 1000
The assembly procedure is described in

"6.3.3 Bowl" on page 99.
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4.2
Cteaning the bowl
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5.1.1 lntroduction
5.1.2 Maintenance intervals
5.1.3 Maintenance Procedure
5.1.4 Service kits
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5.4 Cleaning
5.4.1
5.4.2
5.4.3
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Externalcleaning
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Cleaning agents
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Cleaning of bowldiscs
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5.5 When changing oil

5.2.1 DailY checks

5.2.2 Oilchange
5.2.9 lS - Intermediate Service
5.2.4 MS-Major Service
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Lifting instructions
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5.3.8
BowlsPindle cone and

bowl bodY nave
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5.3.9
CouPling disc of motor
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5.3.15
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Common mantenance
5.6.1 Vibration
5.6.2 Balland roller bearings
5.6.3 Friction couPling
5.6.4 Shutdowns
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5.3.10 Friction Pads

5.3.11 Brake
5.3.12 ToP bearing sPrings
5.3.13 Ball bearing housing
5.3.14 Worm wheel and worm;
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5.3.1 Corrosion
5.3.2 Erosion
5.3.3 Cracks
5.3.4 Disc stack Pressure
5.3.5 Lock ring; wear and damage
5.3.6 Radial wobble of bowl spindle
5.3.7 Height Position of
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5.3 MS - Gheck
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wear of teeth
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Cover interlocking switch (option)
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5.1
Feriodic maintenance
5.1
5.1.1
Introduction
Service lnstructons
Periodic, prevqntive 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
5.1,2
or fatal
Periodie m ai nten ance prevents stoppages
injury.
Maintenancentervals
The followi.tg directions for periodic maintenance

give a brief description of which parts to clean,
check and renew at different maintenance
interuals.
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 io
carry out for detecting abnormal operating
conditions.
Oilchange intervalis every 1500 hours or at

least once every year if the total number of
operating hours is less than 1500 hours.
Time of operation b.etween 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 oilbefore a new
period.
lS - Intermediate Service consists of an overhaul
of the separator bowl, inlet and outlet every 3
months or 2000 operating hours. Seals in bowl

gaskets in the inleVoutlet device are
renewed.
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Major Service consists of an overhaulof the

complete separator every 12 months or 8000
operatng hours. An lntermediate Service is
performed, and the flat belt, friotion elements,
seals and bearings in the bottom part are
renewed.
3-year servce conssts 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.
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Major Service : MS
S-year Service
Other
Check and prelubricate spindle bearings of
separators which have been out of serviee for 6
months or longer,
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Do not interchange bowlparts!
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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At each Intermediate and Major Seruice, take a

copy of the Service Log and use it for notations
during the service.
An lntermediate and Major Service
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carried out in the following manner:
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Dismantle the parts as mentioned in the

Service Log and described in Chapter "6
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surfaces such as palfets.
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parts according to the Service Log.
allthe parts delivered in the Service kit

while assembling the separator as described
in chapter "6 DismantlinglAssembly" on page
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The assembly instructions have

references to check points which should be
carried out during the assembly.
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5.1.4
Service kits
Specialservice kits are available for Inlermediate

Service (lS) and MajorService (MS).
For other services the spare parts have to be
ordered separately
Note that the parts for lS are not included in the
MS kit.
The contents of the service kits are described in

the Spare Parts Catalogue.
Spare parts kits are available for lntermediate Service
and Maior Seruice
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otherwise the warranty will become invalid.
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operation of the equipment if non-genuine
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5.2 Maintenance
Logs
Maintenance Logs
Keep a log of inspection and maintenance

performed. Parts repeatedly renewed should be
given gpecialconsideration. The cause of
repeated failures should be determined and
corrected. Discuss your problems with an
Alfa Laval representative and, when necessary
request a visit by an Alfa Laval Service engineer.
Rate of corrosioh and erosion and notification of
cracks should also be a part of this log. Nqte the
extent of damage and date the log entries so thal
the rate of deterioration can be observed.
5.2.1
Daily
checks
The following steps should be carried out daily.
Main component and activity
Part
Page
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lnlet and outlet

Check for leakage
Collecting cover
Separator bowl
Check for vibration and noise
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Worrn wheelshaft and gear casing

Check for vibration and noise
Oil levelin gear housing
Check
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Electrical motor
Check for heat, vibration and noise
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Seruce lnstructions
5.2.2 Oil change

The oilchange and check of worm gearshould be
carried out every 1500. hours of operation.
Main component and
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Part
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Worm wheel shatt and gear housing
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Check
Worm wheeland worm
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Renew
Oil " in gear housing
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When using a group D oil, time of operation

between oil changes can be extended from the
normal 15O0 hours to 2OOO hours.
When the separator is running for short periods,
the lubricating oilmust be changed every 12
months even if the total number of operating
hours is less than 1500 hours (2000 h).
In a new installation, or after replacement of gear,
change the oil after 200 operatng hours.
See
chapter "8 Technical Reference'on page
123 for further information.
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Inlet and outlet, frame

Clean and inspect
Housings and frame hood
Separator bowl
Clean and inspect
Bowl hood
Top disc
Bowl discs
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Distributor
Check
Threads on lock ring and bowl

body
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Galling of guide surface
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Corrosion, erosion, cracks
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Power transmission
Change
Oilin oilsump
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Electricalmotor
Lubrication (if nipples are fitted)
See sign on motor
Signs and labels on separator

Check attachment and legibility
Safety labelon hood
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Other plates and labels
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Inlet and outlet

Clean arid inspect
Threads of inlet
Separator bowl
Clean and check
Lock ring
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Bowl hood
Top disc
Gravity disc
Bowldiscs
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Distributor
Bowlbody
Renew
Worm
Corrosion
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Erosion
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Cracks
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Disc stack pressure
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wheel shaft and gear housing
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Worm wheeland worm
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Axial play of coupling disc
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Oilin gear housing
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Part
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Vetical driving device

Clean and check
Bowlspindle
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Buffers
Ballbearing housing
indentations
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Radial wobble of bowl spindle
60
Ball bearings and top bearing

springs
62
Clean and check
Spring and brake shoe
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Renew
Brake plug
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Clean and check
Friction coupling
77
Renew
Friction pads
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Lipsealring
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Vibration dampers
111
Position of coupling disc
63
Safeg label on collecting

cover
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Cover interlocking switch
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Renew
Brake
Friction coupling
Frame feet
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Signs and labls on separator
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replace if needed
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Functon check
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Corrosion
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Evidence of corrosion attacks should be looked

for and rectified each time the separator is
dismantled. Main bowlparts such as the bowl
body, bowl hood and lock ring must be inspected
with particular care for corrosion damage.
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DANGER
Disintegration hazard
Inspect regularly for corrosio n damage.
lnspect frequently if the process liquid is
corrosive.
Always contact your Alfa Laval representative if

you suspect that the largest depth of the
corrosion damage exceeds 1 ,0 mm or if cracks
have been found. Do not continue to use the
separator until it has been inspected and given
clearance for operation by Alfa Laval.
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considered as being particularly hazardous.
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surfaces of non-stainless steel and cast iron.
Frame parts can corrode when exposed to an
aggressive environment.
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Stainless steel parts corrode when in contact with
either chlorides or acidic solutions. Acidic
solutions cause a general conosion. The chloride
corrosion is characterised by localdamage such
as pitting, grooves or cracks. The risk of chloride
corrosion is higher if the surface is:
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Exposed to a stationary solution.

In a crevice.
Covered by deposits.
Exposed to a solution that has a low pH
value.
Corrosion damage caused by chlorides on

stainless steelbegins as smalldark spots that
can be difficult to detect.
Inspect closely for all types of damage by

corrosion and record these observations
carefully.
Polish dark-coloured spots and other
corrosion marks with a fine grain emery cloth.
This may prevent further damage
DANGER
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Pits and spots forming a line may indicate

cracks beneath the surface.
All forms of cracks are a potential danger
and are totally unacceptable.
Renew the part if corrosion can be suspected
of affecting its strength or function.
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Other metal parts
Separator parts made of materials otherthan
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.
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
Max.
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Maximum depth of damage
Inspect regularly forerosion 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,
plaster impressions or hammered-in lead.
Erosion is characterised by:
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Burnished traces in the material.

Dents and pits having
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The internalsurface of the bowl body that

faces the conicalpart of the distributor.
Look carefully for any signs of erosion damage.

Erosion damage can deepen rapidly and.
consequently weaken parts by reducing the
thickness of the metal.
Erosion check points
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reducing the thickness of the metal.
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of affecting its strength or function.
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Gracks
Cracks can initiate on the machine after a period

of operation and propagate with time.
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Cracks often initiate in an area exposed to

high cyclic material stresses. These are
called fatigue cracks.
Cracks can also initiate due to corrosion in an

agg ressive environ ment.
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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
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as they reduce the strength and functional
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is particularly impoant to inspect for cracks in

rotating parts.
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exceeds 1.0 mm. Do not continue to use the
separator until it has been inspected and cleared
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Disc stack pressure
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firmly against the bowlbody (3). The hood in turn
should exe a pressure on the disc stack (4),
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out of balance vibration and reduced lifetime
of ball bearings.
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ring, see chapter "6.3.3 Bowl" on page 99.
Correct pressure is obtained when it is possible to

tighten the lock ring so far Qy hand that the
$-mark on the lock ring is positioned 60" - 90'
before the mark on the bowl hood.
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discs to the top of the disc stack beneath the top
disc.
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handle some blows tillthe Q-marks are passed
and the bowl is fullv assembled.
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hood and bowlbody may cause hazardous
galling.
Check the thread condition by tightening the lock
ring after removing the disc stack and bowl hood
O-ring from the bowl.

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Wear on large lock ring thread must not

exceed safety limit. The Q-mark on lock ring
must not pass opposite Q-mark by more than
the specified distance.
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new bowlthe alignment marks on the lock

ring and the bowlhood are exactly opposite each
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other.
thread wear is obserued, mark the bowl hood at

the new position of the alignment mark on the
lock ring by punching in a new alignment mark.
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lf the originalmark on the lock ring passes

the corresponding mark on the bowl hood by
more than 250 which corresponds to 45 mm.
lf the alignment marks become illegible. The
thread wear needs to be inspected and the
new position of alignment marks determined.
Maximum wearA=28
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The positions of the threads, contact and guide

surfaces are indicated by arrows in the
illustration.
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with a suitable degreasing agent.
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impact. Watch your fingers for sharp edges.
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lf damage is established, rectify using a

whetstone or fine emery cloth (recommended
grain size 240).
lf the damage is considerabler use a fine singlecut file, followed by a whetstone.
5.3.6
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Radialwobble of bowl
spindle
Spindle wobble is indicated by rough
bowlrun
(vibration).
The bowt spindle wobble should be checked if the

bowl spindle has been dismantled or if rough bowl
running (vibration) occurs.
NOTE
Spindle wobble willcause rough bowl run.
This leads to vibration and reduces lifetime
of
ballbearings.
Check the wobble before mounting the bowl.
Maximum spindle wobble 0,15 mm
Before measuring, make sure that the buffer

plugs are properly tightened.
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dial indicator in a suppod and fasten it to
frame.
Remove the motor to get access to the

coupling drum. Use the coupling drum to
revolve the spindle manually.
Measure the wobble at the top of the tapered

end of the spindle. Maximum permissible
radial wobble is 0.15 mrn.
wobble is too large, renew allthe ball

bearings on the spindle.
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Measure wobble after assembly. lf it is still

excessive, the spindle is probably damaged and
must be renewed, contact your Alfa Laval
representative.
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spindle
Wheneverthe bowl spindle has been rernoved, its

height position relative to the frame must be
checked.
The bowl must be in place in the separator. The
lock ring tightened. Make sure the alignment
marks Q on bowl hood and lock ring are in front of
each other.
For correct height position the distance (H)

between the top face of the large lock ring and the
top rim of frame must be 34-36 mm.
Alfa Laval ref.537541,
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Adjustment is made with adjustment rings (1)

under the thrust bearing at the bottom of the
spindle.
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Seruice Instructions
Bowl spindle cone and bowl

body nave
lmpact marks on the spindle cone or in the bowl

body nave may cause poor fit and out-of-balance
vibrations.
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The bowl spindle and the nave should also be

checked if the bowl spindle has been dismantled
or if the bowl runs roughlY.
Corrosion may cause the bowl to stick firmly to
the spindle cone and cause difficulties during the
next dismantling.
Remove any impact marks with a scraper

and/or whetstone,
Rust can be removed by using a fine-grain emery

cloth (e.9. No. 320). Finish with polishing paper
(e.9. No.600).
Oilthe bowl spindle
to
prevent corrosion
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Always use a scraper with great care. The
conicity must not be marred.
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Coupling disc of motor
The position of the coupling disc on th motor

shaft is establishing the location of the friction
pads inside the coupling.
lf the coupling disc is loosened without first
marking its position on the motor shaft, the
correct position must be determined again.
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Measure the distance on the frame.
Frame distance
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The coupling disc is in correct positicn when
frame distance (1) is 32 mm largerthan motor
distance (2), see the illustration.
Position of coupling disc
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5.3"10 Friction pads

Worn or oily pads will cause a long running-up
period. Renew allthe pads even when only one of
them is worn.
lf the pads are oily:
the pads as well as the inside of the

coupling drum with a suitable degreasing
Clean
agent.
Roughen up the friction surfaces of the pads

with a coarse file.
Fricon pads
5.3.11 Brake
A worn or oily brake lining will lengthen the
stopping time. Remove the bracket with the
brake. Examine the friction element.
Renew the lining when

worn down.
the friction material
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Remove rivet head by drilling.

Punch out
rivet,
Fasten the new lining to brake shoe with

a new rivet.
the friction element is oily: Clean the brake

lining and the outside surface of the bowl
body with a suitable degreasing agent.
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Checking the brake

Afterthe brake assembly has been fitted, release
the brake and rotatethe bowl slowly by hand. lf a
scraping noise is heard, the friction element is
probably touching the bowl surface.
Fornormal stopping time see "8.1 Technical data"
on page 124.
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rise to machine vibration (rough bowl running).
The condition (stiffness) of a spring can hardly be
determined without using special testing
equipment. So, an estimation of the spring
condition must be based on the knowledge of the
machine run before the overhaul. lt is

recommended, however, to renew allthe springs
at the annualoverhaul.
In case of a sudden spring fracture, all springs
should be renewed even when only one spring
has broken.
5.3.13 Ball bearing housing
Defective contact surfaces for the buffers on

the ball bearing housing may give rise to
machine vibration (rough bowl running).
Examine the contact surface for the buffers (1 ) on

the ball bearing housing (3). ln case of defects
(indentations deeper than 0.1 mm) renew the
housing as wellas buffers and springs.
1. Radial buffer
2. Buffer spring
3. Ball bearing housing
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5.3.14 Worm wheel and worm;

wear of teeth
Check the teeth of worrn wheel and worm for
wear, see " Tooth appearance examples" on page
67.
Examine the contact surfaces and compare the

tooth profiles. The gear may operate satisfactorily
'even when worn to some degree.
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Renew both worm wheel and worm at the

same time, even if only one of them is worn.
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1. Worm
NOTE
Presence of metalchips in the oilbath is an
indication that the gear is wearing
abnormally.
When using mineral-type oil in the worm gear

housing, the presence of black deposits on the
spindle parts is an indication that the oil base has
deteriorated seriously or that some of the oil
additives have precipitated. lf pits are found on
the worm
geal
the cause
could be that the
additives are not suitable for this purpose.

ln allthese cases it is imperative to change to a
hightemperature oil. See chapter "8.8
Lubricants" on page 136.
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Tooth appearance examples

Satisfactory teeth
Uniform wear of contact sudaces. Surfaces are
smooth.
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Good contact surfaces willform on the teeth

when the gear is subjected to only moderate load
during its running-in period.
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Worn teeth
Permissible wear is as a rule 1/3 of the thickness
of the upper part of a tooth, provided that
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flank of a tooth
and all teeth are worn in the same way.
Worn teeth
Spalling
Small bits of the teeth have broken off, so-called
spalling. This is generally due to excessive load
or improper lubrication. Damage of this type need
not necessitate immediate replacement, but
careful checking at short intervals is imperative.
Spalling
Pitting
Small cavities in the teeth, so-called pifting, can
occur'through excessive load or improper
lubrication. Damage of this type need not
necessitate immediate rep lacement, but caref ul
checking at short intervals is imperative.
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5.3.15 Cover interlocking switch

(option)
Alfa
Laval
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Switch rating, voltage: Max. 500 V
current: Max. 3 A
For other technical information see chapter "8.5
Connection list, with pump and no heater/without
pump" on page 131, .8.6 Connection list, with
pump and heate" on page 132 and chapter "B.T
lnterface description" on page 133.
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External cleaning
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The externalcleaning of the frarne and motor

snouH be restricted to brushing, sponging or
wiping while the motor is running or is still hot.
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Use a sponge or cloth and a brush when cleaning
Never wash down a separator with a direct water

stream.
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direct hosing to the same extent as open motors
and even more than those, because:
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Some operators believe thatthese 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.
Never wash down a separatorwith a direct water

stream or playing a water jet on the motor
Water directed on a hot motor may cause

condensation resulting in short-circuiting and
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Be careful even when the motor is equipped with

a protecting hood. Never pfay a water jet on the
ventilation grill of the hood.
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Cleaning
5.4.2
Gleaning agents
When using chemicalcleaning agents, make sure

you follow the generalrules and supplier's
recommendatio ns regarding ventilation,
protection of personnel, etc.
For separator bowl, inlet and outlet

A chemical cleaning agent must dissolve the
deposits quickly without attacking the material of
the separator parts.
For cleaning of lube oil separators the most

important function of the cleaning agent is to
be a good solvent for the gypsum in the
sludge. lt should also act as a dispersant and
emulsifier for oil. lt is recommended to use
Alfa Laval cleaning liquid for lube oil
separators which has the above mentioned
qualities. Note that carbon steel parts can be
damaged by the cleaning agent if submerged
for a long time.
oil sludge
mainly consists of complex

organic substances such as asphaltenes.
The most important propedy of a cleaning
liquid for the removal of fuel oil sludge is the
ability to dissolve these asphaltenes.
Fuel
Alfa Laval cleaning liquid of fueloil

separators has been developed for this
purpose. The liquid is water soluble, non-flammable and does not cause corrosion of
brass and steel. lt 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 5G70'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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Alfa Laval eleaning liquid for lube and fuel oil

separators s available in 25 litres plastic containers
5 Seruice lnstructions
5.4
Cleaning
For pas of thedriving devices

Use
white spirit, cleaning-grade kerosene or
diesel oil.
1. Worm wheel
2. Worm
Oiling (protect sudaces 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 thn layer of clean oil and protected
from dust and dirt.
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5.4.3
Gleaning of bowl discs
Bowldiscs
Handle the bowl discs carefully so as to avoid
damage to the surfaces during cleaning.
NOTE
Mechanicalcleaning is likely to scratch the
deposits to form
quicker and adhere more firmly
disc surfaces causing
A gentle chemicalcleaning is therefore
preferable to mechanical cleaning.
Remove the bowldiscs from the distributor

and lay them down, one by one, in the
1.
cleaning agent.
the discs remain in the cleaning agent

untilthe deposits have been dissolved. This
will normally take between two and four
2.
Let
Put the discs one by one into the cleaning agent
hours.
Finally clean the discs
3.
with a soft brush.
CAUTION
Cut hazard
The discs have sharp
edges.
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Check at each oilchange
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Check the teeth of both the worm wheel and

worm for wear, see "5.3.14 Worm wheel and
worm; wear of teeih" on page 66.
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NOTE
Before adding or renewing lubricating oil in
the worm gear housing, the information
concerning different oil groups, handling of
oils, oil change intervals etc. given in
"8.8 Lubricantg" on page 136 must be well
known.
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Place a collecting tray under the drain hole,

remove the drain plug and drain off the oil.
CAUTION
Btrn hazards
Lubricating oiland various machine surfaces
can be sufficiently hot to cause burns.
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level should be slightly above middle of the
sight glass
The correct oilvolume is 0.8litres.
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is incorrect.
Use vibration analysis nstrument to periodically
check and record the level of vibration. See the
illustration where to take measurements.

The level of vibration should not exceed 9.0 mm/s
(RMS). Stop the separator and identify the cause.
lf the separator begins to vibrate excessively
during operation, proceed as described in "4.1.8
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Emergency stop" on page 40.
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Seruice lnstrucbns
5.6.2 Balland roller bearings

Specialdesign bearings forthe bowl spindle
2
3
The bearings used for the bowlspindle are

specialto withstand the speed, vibration,
temperature and load characteristics of high-
speed separators
Only Alfa Lavalgenuine spare pads should be
used.
A bearing that in appearance looks equivalent to
the correct may be considerably different in
various respects: inside clearances, design and

tolerances of the cage and races as well as
material and heat treatment.
1.
2.
3.
4.
Outer race
Ball/roller
lnner race
Cage
NOTE
Using an incorrect bearing can cause a
serious breakdown with damage to
equipment as a result.
Do not re-fit a used bearing. Always replace
it
with a new.
Dismantling
no driving-off sleeve is
included in the tool kit, remove the bearing from
its seat by using a puller. lf possible, let the puller
engage the inner ring, then remove the bearing
with a steady force untilthe bearing bore
completely clears the entire length of the
cylindrical seat.
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dismantling; otherwise, it is easy to damage the
seating.
NOTE
For bearngswhere no driving-offsleeve rb includedin

the tool Rit, use a puller when removing bearings
Do not hit with a hammer directly on the

bearing.
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5 Sevice lnstrucfions
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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. Renew the damaged
pat(s), if the faults cannot be remedied by
polshing.
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Leave new bearings in originalwrapping until

ready to fit. The anti-rust agent protecting a
new bearing should not be removed before
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the greatest cleanliness when handling

the bearings.
Use
To
facilitate assembly and also reduce the
risk of damage, first clean and then lightly oil

the bearing seating on shaft (spindle) or
alternatively in housing, with a thin oil.
Clean and lghtly oilthe bearng seating before

assemb/y
When assembling ball bearings, the bearings

must be heated in oil to max. 125 "c.
NOTE
Heat
the bearing
in
a clean container.
Use only clean oilwith
250
a flash
point above
"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
The bearing must not be in direct contact with the
container
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Use protective gloves

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cylindrical bore bearings:
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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).
lf necessary use a driving-on sleeve that

abuts the ring which is to be assembled with
an interference fit, othenvise there is a risk
that the rolling elements and raceways may
be damaged and premature failure may
follow.
Use a driving-on sleeve for bearings that are not

heated
5.6.3
Friction couplng
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
thoroughly cleaned from grease.
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Before the friction coupling is assemblec,

examine all parts thoroughly for wear and
corrosion.
A worn coupling increase
start-up time
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Shutdowns
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lf the separator is shut down for a period of time,

the following must be carried out:
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chapter "6 Dismantling/Assembly" on page
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The bowl must not be left on the spindle

during standstill for more than one week.
Vibration in foundations can be transmifted

to the bowl and produce one-sided loading of
Dismantling for shutdown
the bearings.
The resultant indentations in the ball bearing
races can cause premature bearing failure.
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Protect cleaned carbon steel pas against

corrosion by oiling. Separator parts that are
not assembled after cleaning should be wiped
and protected against dust and dirt.
Grings
be removed.
The
lf the separator has been shut down for more

than 12 months, a Major Service (MS) should
be carried out.
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Nfa Laval ref.558102" rcu 0
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For lifting parts and assemblies of pads use lifting

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Lifting the separator
1.
Remove the separator bowl, see dismantling

instructions in "6.2.1 Bowl" on page 83.
2.
Attach endlesi slings or cables to the

separator as illustrated. Check that the.
hinged bolts fixing the separator cover is
tightened.
3.
Lft and handle with care.
Weight to lifk 200 kg.
NOTE
Remove the separator bowl before lifting to
prevent bearng damage.
WARNING
Crush hazards
A dropped separator can cause accidents
resulting in serious injury to persons and
damage to equipment.
Do not lift the separator in any other way
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DismantlinglAssemblY
Gontents
6.1
General
82
6.1.1
6.1.2
6.1.3
References to check Points
82
Tools
82
Tightening of screws
82
6.2 Dismantling
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6-2.1
6.2.2
6.2.3
Bowl
83
Vertical driving device
86
Horizontal driving device
89
93
6.3 Assembly
6.3.1 Horizontal driving device

6.3.2 Vertical driving device
6.3.3 Bowl
93
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6.4 Feed and discharge PUmPS
102
6.4.1 GenraldescriPtion
6.4.2 Dismantling
6.4.3 AssemblY
102
Mounting
107
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6.5 Frame feet
6.5.1
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of new frame feet
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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.
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References
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to check points
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point instructions in Chapter 5. The references
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"5.3.4 Disc stack pressure" on page 58.
In this example, look up check point "5.3.4 Disc

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Tools
Special tools from the tool kit shall be used for

dismantling and assembly. The specialtools are
specified in the Spare Parts Catalogue.
For lifting parts and assemblies of parts use lifting
slings, working load limit (WLL): 300 kg.
6.1.3
Tightening of screws
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When tightening screws, use the torques stated in

the table below unless othenvise stated. The
figures apply to lubricated screws tightened with a
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METRIC THREAD
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Stainless
steel
Carbon
steel
M6
M8
17
20
M10
33
39
M12
57
68
M16
140
155
M20
275
470
325
Thread
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6.2
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6.2
Dismantling
Dismantling
To avoid accidental start, switch off and lock
power supply.
DANGER
Entrapment hazards
Lock power supply
Make sure that rotating parts have come to a

complete standstill before starting any
dismantling work.
The revolution counter indicates if separator

parts are rotating or not.
Do not dismantle any parts before complete standstill
6,2.1
1.
Bowl
Be sure the bowl has stopped rotating
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6.2 Dismantling
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Loosen the hook bolts

collecting cover.
and remove the
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Tighten both lock screws.

The bowl parts can remain hot for a
considerable time after the separator has
come to a standstill.
Tighten both lock screws
4.
Unscrew the small lock ring by using the

special tool, "Spanner for small lock ring".
Left-hand thread!
Small lock ring
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Lift off gravitY disc.
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Note! lf the gravity disc has to be replaced

owing to changed operating conditions'
Lm out the top disc, disc stack and distributor.
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CAUTION
Cut hazard
Sharp edges on the separator discs may
cause cuts.
7.
Unscrew the caP nut.

Release the two lock screws.
Lift out the bowl body using the hand tool.
1.
2.
3.
Cap nut
Both lock screws
Lift bowl body from spindle
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6.2
Dismantling
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suitable cleaninQ agent, see "5.4 Gleaning"
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from the Major Service kit.
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"5.3.1 Conosion" on page 54,
'5.3.2 Erosion" on page 56,
"5.3.3 Crabks'on page 57.
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Remove the outlet housings, feed and discharge

pumps and raise the collecting cover. Remove
also the separator bowl.
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service, or if the separator vibrates while running:
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"5.3.6 Radialwobble of bowl spindle" on
page 60.
Drain off the oil
Force out the conical pin of the worm wheel.
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vertical driving device'
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Loosen the buffers and remove housing'
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6.2 Dismantling
5.
Flemove the collar.
Left-hand thread!
6.
Use
the pullertoolto dismantle the upper ball
bearing.
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Remove the snap ring.
WARNING
Riskfor eye injury by flying
snap
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Use the correct pliers for dismantling and

assembly of snap ring to avoid accidental
release.
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Dism antlinglAssem
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8.
Remove the ball bearing sleeve together with

thrust ball bearing and height adjusting
ring(s).
9.
Pull off lower ball bearing gently.
6.2 Dismantling
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1.
Horizontal driving devjce
Drain gear housing from oil see "5.5.1 Oil

change procedure" on page 73. Remove
guard for worm wheel and force out the
conicalpin in worm wheel.
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2.
Dismantling/Assembty
Bemove lock ring, sight gtass and seal ring

for machine with feed and discharge
pump).
For machine without pump go to point 5.
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Loosen screws of inspection box.
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tubular pin in coupling half on horizontal
driving shaft.
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6.2
Dismantling
Loosen end shield. Remove pump together

with inspection box.
For machine without pump: Loosen and
remove guard. Force out the pin at shaft end
and remove space sleeve.
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Remove the rnotor.
7.
Renew the pads on the friction blocks.

When refitting the blocks make sure the
arrow on each block points-in the same
direction of rotation See the arrow on the
frame.
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lf the friction elements are worn: Fit new
ones.
Renew allfriction elements even if only
one is worn.
lf the friction elements are only greasy:
Clean the friction elements and the inside of
the coupling drum with a degreasing agent.
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Loosen the three screws holding the sealing

washer.
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6.2
9.
Dismantlng
Knock gently on shaft end to get the bearings

out of their seats. Then use the worm wheel
to knock off bearing from shaft. Remove
bearing and worm wheel.

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cover and ballbearing. Protect end of worm
wheel shaft with a washer.
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6.3
6.3
Assembly
Assembly
Clean all parts in a degreasing agent and renew

parts supplied in the Spare pads kits.
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"5.3.1 Corrosion" on page 54,
"5.3.2 Erosion" on page 56,
"5.3.3 Cracks" on page 57,
"5.3.12 Top bearing springs" on page 65,
"5.3.13 Ball bearing housing" on page 65,
"5.3.14 Worm wheel and worm; wear of
teeth" on page 66.
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Fit protection cover on worm wheel shaft.

Heat bearing in oil before rnounting onto
shaft.
2.
Clean the ball bearing housing in the frame

and oil the outer race of the ball bearing.
Fit the gasket and enter the shaft through the
bearing seat in the frame.
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Dismantling/Assematy
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Enter the worm wheel on shaft and force the

worm wheel shaft to its position in the frame,
so that the ballbearing enters conectly into
its seat.
Observe that largest ends of the holes for

conical pin in shaft and worm wheelshould
point in same direction.
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When replacing the gear, always make sure

that the new worm wheel and worm have the
same number of teeth as the old ones.
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screws.
Fit the 'loose'ball bearing. Secure the worm
wheelwith the conical pin.
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Lift the motor in position and tighten the motor

bolts.
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lf the coupling disc has been loosened

without first marking its position on the motor
shaft, the correct position for position of
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DANGER
Disinteg ration hazards
When power cables have been connected,
always check direction of rotation. lf
incorrect, vitalrotating parts could unscrew
causing disintegration of the machine.
6. Fit coupling half on worm wheel shaft before

mounting the pump.Remember the gasket.
Fit the coupling guard with two screws.
For machine without pump fit distance
sleeve and pin at the end of horizontal shaft.
Fit and secure the guard.
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6.3
Assembly
6.3.2
DismantlinglAssematy
Before assembling the bowl spindle, make sure

the relevant checks have been carried out.
Wipe off and oil the bearing seat before fitting the
ballbearing
lnspect the tapered end of the bowl spindle and
assemble ball bearings.
'Heatthe
new ballbearings in oilto max. 125 "C.
NOTE
Always fit new bearings.
lf any doubt how to mount roller bearings in a
correct way, see the detailed description in
chapter "5.6.2 Balland roller bearings" on
page 75.
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Fit
the two bearings onto the shaft.
CAUTION
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Fit ball bearing housing and throw-off collar.

Left-hand thread!
3.
Fit the ball bearing sleeve together with thrust
6.3
Assembly
bearing and height adjusting ring.
4.
Secure the assembly with the snap ring.
WARNING
Risk for eye injury by flying
snap ring
Use the correct pliers for dismantling and
assembly of snap ring to avoid accidental
release.
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6 Dismantling/Asse
6.3
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AssemblY
to rest on shoulder of
Flace spring casing
Fit buffers and
rpp"t'ri olaring housing'
casing' Tighten the caps'
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Place the gasket in the
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Fit
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DismantlinglAssem bly
6.3.3
Assembly
Bowl
Make sure that the check points are carried out

before and during assembly of the separator
bowl.
Gheck points
"5.3.8 Bowlspindle cone and bowl body
nave" on page 62.
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Wipe off spindle top and nave bore in the

bowl body. Apply a few drops of oil onto the
taper, smear it over the sudace and wipe it off
with a clean cloth.
2.
Ft the distributor
3.
Make sure the guides are in correct position.
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Fit the top disc and bowl hood.
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4.
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Secure the bowl from rotating. Screw in
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both
lock screws.
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Degrease lock ring threads, contact and

locating faces (see arrows above). Apply
Molykote 1000 paste to the threads and faces
stated.
Brush in the paste according to the
manufactu rer's directio n.
6.
Tighten lock ring counter-clockwise (left-hand

thread) untilbowlhood lies tightly against
bowl body (in a new bowl marks will now be in
line with each other.
Left-hand thread!
WARNING
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The assembly mark on the lock ring must
never pass the mark on the.bowlhood by
more than 25" (0r45 mm).
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6.3
Assembly
Release both lock screws and tighten clamp

bolts.
NOTE
The two lock screws must be fufly released
to prevent risk of damage to bowl body,
Fit the connecting hoses if they have been

removed. Make sure to fit their gasket rings
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there is a play between shaft and bushing.
3.
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Relieflsafe$ valve:
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Wearing seals:
Renew the seals if the surface is rough,

crackled or dented by the impeller.
Double pump
4.
Lipseal rings:
Renew the rings at the annualoverhaul.
lmportant! Turn the rings the right way
round.
Flexible coupling:
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lmpeller shaft:
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Check wear on sealing surface on the

impeller shaft.
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The feed pump can be disengaged by turning
the impeller (6), thereby placing the driving
blade of the impeller in the recess of the
shield.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
Bushings
Wearing seals
Upsealrings
Flexible coupling
Impeller shaft
Disengagement
Axialplay
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6.4 Fed and discharge
pumps
Axialplay:
The totalaxialplay (1) must be 0.1 - 0.3 mm.
lf the play is too large even though the
wearing seals have been renewed, it can be
compensated by adding a brass leaf liner.
nsert the liner at (2).lf the play is too small,
grind off the bearing holder (3).
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Axial play 0.1 - 0.3 mm
6.4.2
1.
Dismantling
Remove the pipe connections of the pump.
Screw off the lock ring of the sight glass.

Remove the upper gasket and the sight
glass.
Remove the screws of the control housing.
Lift the control housing with the lower gasket

and the connecting piece.
Unscrew the oil drain plug and empty the
gear housing of oil.
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2.
Remove the guard over the flexible coupling.
Drive out the tubular pins from the worm

wheel shaft and impeller shaft. Turn the bowl
by hand untilthe pins are in a convenient
position.
Undo the fourscrews holding tne pump

shield, remove shield.
Do not lose the valve cone and spring.
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5.
Insert two screws into the centre hole of the

impeiflers. Use the screws as a handle to
withdraw the impellers.
6.
Remove the impellers for inlet pump.
7.
Repeat step 5 and.6 for the outlet pump

impellers.
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8.
Undo the four screws holding the pump

housing. Remove housing, do not lose valve
cone and spring.
9.
Check that the lipseal rings are in good
6 Dism antling/AssemDry
condition.
lf the seal rings are worn or damaged:
Remove the pump shield frorn the separator
frame, knock out the old sealring(s) and
replace them.
106
6.4.3
Assembly
1.
Fit new lipseal rings. Be sure to turn it the

right way around, the closed side should point
outwards to air. Start with the one at
pumpside of the shield.
2.
Lift pumpshield in place and secure it with

one screw at top of shield, do not tighten it
fully. Be careful not to damage the seal ring
when entering the worm wheelshafl.
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larger pinhole on worm wheelshaft. Put the
flexible element in place.
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4.
Place the Gring in PumP housing.
the spring
pump shield.
Put
and
valve cone in place in the
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Place the bushing with shoulder in pump

shield (flat side vertical pointing to center).
Enter the other bushing into pump housing
with flat side to center.
Fit housing by entering over the bushing in

shield. Ensure that valve cone enters the
valve seat.
Fit and tighten the screws'
6.
Put the wear gaskets one at each side of the

outlet impellers, then place the bushings one
in opposite direction to the other on impeller
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Keep all parts together and push the package

in to pump housing.
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6.4 Fed
and discharge pumps
Repeat point 6 for inlet impellers.

Note that the tongue on impeller shaft should
fit in the slot of outlet impeller shaft.
Press gently until the impeller shaft is visible
at the coupling side. Enter the coupling half
on shaft and press the package in place.
Fit and tighten the six screws for bearing

shield.
Secure the coupling half with the pin.
Rotate the bowl to align the holes.
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and the spring and valve cone in purnp shield.
Fit pump shield and fasten it with four screws.
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6.4 Feed and dscharge pumps
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Fasten
Dismantling/Assemoty
the guard over the flexible coupling.
12. Fit control housing and its pipes.

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Frame feet
When renewing the frame feet, the separator

must be lifted.
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normal safety precautions for lifting large heavy
objects.
6.5,1
Mounting of new frame feet
1. When the separator
has been lifted, remove
the old vibration dampers
(3).
2. Fit the new vibration dampers on the bolts.

3, Lift the separator in to position.
4.
Tighten the nut (2) with t6 Nm.

Hold the nut firmly and secure with the lock
nut (1). Repeat for the other frame feet.
Frame foot with vibration damper
1. Lock nut
2. Nuf
3. Vibration damper
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6.5
Frame
Dismantling/AssembY
feet
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7.2.1 The separator does not start
7.2.2 Stari-up time too long
7.2.3 Starting power too low
7.2.4 Starting power too high
7.2.5 Separator vibratesexcessively
during starting sequence
7.2.6 Separator vibratesexcessively
during
7.2.7
7.2.8
7.2.9
normal running
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115
116
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118
118
the problem is not solved

in the System Manual's
Troubletracing, continue
with this chapten
lf
119
120
120
result
Outgoing water contaminated

bY oil
Broken
Study the
System Manual's
Troubletracing
chapter first.
(if applicable)
16
Noise
Speed
Trouble.tracing
114
117

7.3.1 Unsatisfactoryseparation
7.3.3
114
Smell
too high
7 -2.1A Speed too low
7 -2.11 Stopping time too long
7.2.12 Water in oil sump
7.2.13 Liquid flows through bowl
casing drain
7.3.2
114
water seal
7.4 Clarification faults

7.4.1 Unsatisfactory separation result
7.4.2 Oil discharge through water outlet
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122
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7.1 Trouble tracing procedure
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functions of the separator only. lt does not include
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the System Manual, and if required, continue with
the instructions below. lf the problem still is not
solved, contact your Alfa Laval representative.
7.2
Mechanical function
7.2.1
The seDarator does not start
Possible cause
Action
No power supply to motor.
Check power supply.
Bowl lock screws stop rotation.
Release lock screws.
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Action
Brake applied.
Release brake.
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Motor
failure.
lncorrect power supply (50 Hz instead of
Fit new friction pads.
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Use conect power supply. See machine plate.
60 Hz).
Bearings damaged or worn.
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Possible cause
Action
Motor failure.
Repair the motor.
Friction pads worn.
Friction pads oily.
Possible cause
Action
Bowl lock screws stop rotation.
Release lock screws.
Brake is on.
Release brake.
Motor failure.
Repairthe motor.
Gear worn out.
Renew worm wheeland worm.
Bearing damaged or worn.
lnstallnew bearings.
Incorrect transmission (50 Hz gear and

60 Hz powersupply).
OnNeeR: Disintegration hazard
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mediately! nstall correct transm issio n.

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bowlmust be inspected.
Wrong direction of rotation.
STOP.
Adjust motor power connection.
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7.2 Mechanical functian
7,2.5
7 Troublelracing
Separator vibrates
excessively during startng
sequence
NOTE Some vibration is normalduring stading sequence when the separator passes through
its criticalspeeds.
Possible cause
Action
Bowlout of balance due to:

poor cleaning
incorrect assembly
OnftegR: Disintegration hazard
too few discs

insufficiently tightened bowl hood
STOP immediately! ldentifu and rectify cause.
bowl assembled with pas from other

separators.
Vibration dampers in frame feet wom out.
Fit new vibration dampers.
Bowlspindle bent (max. 0,15 mm).

Top
and/or bottom bearing damaged or
Fit a new bowlspindle.

Fit new bearings.
worn.
Top
bearing springs defective.
Fit new springs.
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Separator vibrates
excessively during normal

running
Possible cause
Action
Uneven sludge deposits in sludge space.
STOP and clean bowl.
Bearings damaged or worn.
Fit new bearings.
Vibration-damping rubber washers worn
Fit new frame feet washers every four years.
out.
Spindle top bearing spring(s) broken.
116
Renew all springs.
7 Trouble-tracing
7.2.7
Smell
Possible cause
Action
Normal occurrence during start as the

(new) friction blocks slip.
None.
Brake is applied.
Release the brake.
Top
and/or bottom bearing overheated.
Fit new bearings.
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Oil level in oilsump is
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too
low.
and/or boom bearing damaged or
STOP and read oil leveland add oil.
Fit new bearings.
worn.
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Speed
too high
Possible cause
Incorrect transmission (50 Hz gear
running on 60 Hz power supply).
Action
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Disintegraon hazard
immediately! lnstall correct transm ission.
Contact your local Alfa Laval representative. The
bowl must be inspected.
Frequency of power supply too high.
Check.
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7 Trouble-tracing
7.2 Mechanicalfunon
7.2.1A Speed too low

Possible cause
Action
Brake is on.
Release the brake.
Friction Pads worn or oilY.
Fit new friction pads or clean ihe old ones

oily.
Motorfailure.
Repair the motor.
Top/bottom bearings damaged or worn,
Fit new bearings.
Bearing overheated/damag ed.
Fit new bearings.
lncorrect transmission (60 Hz gear

running on 50 Hz Power suPPlY ).
Make sure that the gear is intended for 50 Hz power

supply.
if
they are
7.2,1'l Stopping time too long

Possible cause
Action
Brake lining worn oroily.
Fit new brake lining or clean the old one if it is oily.
7.2.12 Water in oil sump

Possible cause
Action
Bowl casing drain obstructed.
Glean. Change oil.
Leakage at top bearing.
Fit a new seal ring and change oil.
Condensation.
Glean the oil sump. Change oit.
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7.2 Mechanical
function
7.2.13 Liquid flows through bowl

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Action
Broken water seal.
Stop feed and feed water to create water seal.
Too high throughput
Reduce the feed.
The supply of displacernenUsealing water

is not sufficientdue to clogged strainer,
kinked hose or low water pressure.
Straighten the hose or clean the strainer. Make sure

the water pressure is 200-600 kPa (2-6 bar).
Seal ring on gravity/clarifier disc

defective.
Fit a new seal ring.
Bowl hood sealring defective.
Fit a new
Bowl speed too low.
Make sure cunent is on and brake is off. lnspect

motor and power transmission.
seal ring.
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UnsatisfactoryseParation
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Possible cause
Action
Gravity disc hole ioo small.
Use a gravity disc with a larger hole.
lncorrect separating temperature.
Adjust temperature.
Throughput too high,
Reduce throughput.
Sludge space in bowlis filled.
Empty the sludge basket in the bowl.
Disc stack clogged.
Clean the bowl discs.
Bowlspeed too low.
See "7.2.10 Speed too loW'on page 118.
7.3.2
Outgoing water
contamnated bY oil
Possible cause
Action
Gravity disc hole too large.
Use a gravity disc with a smaller hole.
Seal ring under the gravity disc defective.
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Broken water seal
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Possible cause
Action
Gravity disc too large.
Use a gravity disc with a smaller hole.
Separation temperature too low.
Increase temperature.
Throughput too high.
Reduce throughput.
Sealing water volume too small.
Supply more water.
Seal ring under Eavity disc defective.
Disc stack clogged.
Clean the bowldiscs.
Bowl speed too low.
Use correct speed. See "7.2.10 Speed too

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Bowl incorrectlv assembled.
Examine and make correct.
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7 Trouble'tacng
faults
7,4
Glarification taults
7.4.'l
UnsatisfactoryseParation
result
Possible cause
Separating temPerature too low.
Adjust.
ThroughPut too high.
Reduce throughPut.
Feed oil contains water.
Re-assemble and operate the separator as a purifier'
Disc stack clogged.
Clean the bowl discs.
Sludge space in bowlfilled'
Empty the sludge basket.
BowlsPeed too
See "7.2.10 Speed too lo'on page 118'
low.
-4.2 Oil discharge through water

outlet
Possible cause
Valve(s) in outlet line closed.
'Clean the bowl discs.
Disc stack clogged.
Seal ring under gravity
disc is defective'
Bowl incorrectlY assembled.
122
Open the valve(s) and adjust to normal back

pressure.

Examine and make conect.
Technical Reference
Gontents
8.1 Technicaldata
8.2
8.3
8.4
124
Drawings
8.9.1
8.9.2
Basic size drawing,

separatorwithout pump
128
Basic size drawing,

separatorwith pump and
no heater
129
Basic size drawing,

separator with pump and heater
130
8.5 Connection
8.9
144
Cross-section, complete separator 144

Cross-section,
device
purifier bowl
clarifier bowl
pump
horizontaldriving
146
8.9.3 Cross-section,
147
148
8.9.6 Cross-section, water inlet device 150
151
8.9.7 Electric motor, 1.1 kW
152
8.9.8 Electric motor, 1.5 kW
8.9.9 Machine plates and safety labels 153
installation
list,
with pump and no heater/

without pump
131
list,
with pump and heater
145
8.10 Storage and

8.10.1 Storage and transport of goods
8.10.2 Planning and installation
8.10.3 Foundaons
155
155
156
159
8.6 Gonnection
8.7 Interface
description
8.7.1 Definitions
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133
133
description and
signal processing
134
Function graph and

running limitations
135
8.8 Lubricants
136
8.8.1
8.8.2
8.8.3
8.8.4
Lubrication chart, general
136
Recommendedlubricatingoils
138
Recommended oil brands
139
Recommendedlubricants
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Units according to ISO Standard.
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Product number
881241-08-14
Separator type
MAB 1048-14124
Application
Continuous purification of mineral oil from solid particles

and water.
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Intended for marine and land applications.
The flash point of the oilto be separated must be minimum
60'c.
Designed in accordance
with standards
89/392 EEC
91/368 EEC
93/44 EEC
Safety of machines. Use of the

machine in applications subjected
to hygienic demands requires a
well adapted cleaning program.
EN 292-2
Hydraulic capacity
Maximum
The Council Directive of the

European Communities. (CEmarking is possible if manual is
included in the delivery).
2.0 ms/h
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Max.
density of sediment
1600 kg/mg
Max.
density of feed
991 kg/ms, (mechanicalsafety max. 1100 kg/ms)
Feed temperature
Minimum 0'C
Maximum +100 "C
Ambient temperature
Minimum +5'C
Maximum +55 "C
Motor (with pump)
4-pole 1.5 kW standard motor, 50 or 60 Hz, 3-phase.
Directon-line start.
lf Y/D-start is used maximum 5 seconds in Y position.
Motor (without pump)
4-pole 1.1 kW standard motor, 50 or 60
Hz, 3-phase.
Direct on-line start.
lf Y/D-start is used maximum 5 seconds in Y position.
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8.1 Technicaldata
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idling
0.5 kw
running (at max.

capacity)
1.8 kW
1.3 kW
(at starting-up)
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Speed
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the bowl spindle which must not

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on the name plate of the
stamped
be exceeded,
machine.
The prescribed speed of
Gear ratio
50:10
49:12
Maximum speed of
5O Hz
60 Hz
500
1800
rotation, rpm
Motor shaft speed
79-83 95-100
Revolution counter
speed
7500
Bowl speed
Starting time
2 - 3 minutes
Stopping time
Running down with

brake applied
7350
min.
1.4 minutes
max. 3.0 minutes
minutes (average)
without brake
Maximum running time

without flow
empty bowl
480 minutes
filled bowl
480 minutes
Inlet pump, built-on
Capacity:
50 Hz
Pump type 534391-82

Pump type 534391-83
Suction lift
Delivery head
2.58 m3/h
2.15 m3/h
1.30 m3/h
1.08 m3/h
Max.4mwg(manometric)
Max. 15 m wg (manometric)
Capacity:
50 Hz
Pump type 534391-82

Pump type 534391-83
2.86 m3/h
2.38 m3/h
1.43 mslh
1.19 m3/h
15 - 25 m wg (depending on flow
and viscosity)
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Sludge and waterspace

volume
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Required water quality
Fresh water
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Lubrication
see "8.8.1 Lubrication chad, general" on page 136.
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Lubricating oil volume
0.8 litres
Weight
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Net
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Approx. 16 kg
Approx.25 kg
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According to "Basic
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Weight
280 kg gross
0.79 mg
Sound power level
9.3 bel(A) ISO 3744
Sound pressure level
78 dB(A) ISO 3744
Vibration level
Max. for separator in

use
9 mm/s (RMS)
Materials
Bowlspindle, lock ring
steel
Frame, lower and

upper pafis
cast iron ("centriblue" finishl)
Collecting cover
silumin (grey finishl)
Bowl body and hood,

stainless steel
disc stack, gravity disc
Other bowl parts
brass
Other inlet and outlet

pas
stainless steel, brass, cast iron

I)An epoxy enamel
Any risk for corrosion and erosion has to be investigated in each case by the application
centre.
Futher restrictions and instructions are found in the set of complementary documents.
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2)
Start-up time (min) 3)
Idling
Feed pump -20 kPa
(02 ba) ; Outlet pump O kPa (O bar)
pump -40 kPa (-0.a baQ

Feed pump_-20 kPa (-0.2 bar)
Feed
; Outlet pump 150 kPa (1.5 bar)

; Outlet pump 250 kPa (2.5 bar)
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8.2
Basic size drawing, separator without pump
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Vertical force not exeeeding
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Data
Horizontalforce not
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for connections see "8.5 Connection list, with pump

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Data
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Basic size drawing, separator with
8,4
pump and heater
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separator with pump
and heater
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8.5 Connection list,

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Connection No.
Description
Requirements/limit
201
lnlet for process liquid

- Allowed temperatures
Min. 0 oC, max. 100 "C
206
lnlet for water seal
220
Outlet for light phase (oil from pump)
221
Outlet for heavy phase (water)
460
Drain of frame
701
Motor for separator

deviation from nominalfrequency
(momentarily during maximum 5 seconds)
- Max.
760
Fresh wqte6 approx.

2.5 litres (depending on
gravity disc)
No counterpressure
!5%
+10o/o
Cover interlocking switch (delivered as option)
Type: Double, two-way microswitch

Switch rating: Voltage
Curient
Max. 500 V
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8.6
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Technrcan Hereertuv
Gonnection list,
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Alta Laval ref. 558166, rev 0
Connection No.
201.1
Description
for process liquid, (to pump)

Allowed temperatures
Requirements/limit
lnlet
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Min. 0 "C, max. 100 "C
201.2
Outlet for process liquid, (from pump to heater)
201.3
Inlet
for process liquid, (from heater to separator)
206
Inlet
for water seal
220
Outlet for light phase (oil from pump)
No counterpressure
221
Outlet for heavy phase (water)
No counterpressure
460
Drain of frame
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Fresh water, approx.

2.5 litres (depending on
gravity disc)
Motor for separator

- Max. deviation from nominalfrequency
+5o/o
(momentarily during maximum 5 seconds)
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Cover interlocking switch (delivered as option)

Type: Double, two-way microswitch
Switch rating: Voltage"
Current
Max. 500 V
Max. 3 A
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describes limitations and conditions for safe
control, monitoring and reliable operation.
At the end of the document a function graph and
running limitations are to be found.
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All connections are installed according to

Connection List, lnterconnection Diagram
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separator is on.
The acceleration is superuised to ensure that

a certain speed has been reached within a
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Page124.
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Stopping of the machine at anytime with feed

or safetylbackup liquid and with brake
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safest way due to vibrations or process reasons.
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The bowl must be kept filled.
The machine must not be restarted before the

reason for the Safety stop has been
investigated and action has been taken.
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ln case of emergency condition in the plant, the

machine must be stopped in a way that is
described in EN 418.
8.7.2
Gomponent description and

signal processng
Electrical connections
Separator motor
701
The separator is equipped with a 3-phase DOLstarted (direct on line) motor. The separator can
also be started by a Y/D starter, but then the time
in Y-position must be maximised to 5 seconds.
Gover interlocking switch 760 (option)

The cover of the separator is equipped with an
interlocking switch. When the cover is closedthe
interlocking circuit in the sta.ter control is closed
and the separator could be started.
Signal processing:
The circuit is closed when the collecting cover of
the separator is closed.
The interlocking switch should be connected so
that starting of the motor is prevented when the
separator collecting cover is not closed.
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Lubricants
Bowlspindle ballbearings and buffers are

lubricated by oilmist
Lubricating oilas specified in "8.8.2

Recommended lubricating oils'on page 138
Lubricating oil (only a few drops for rust
protection)
Buffers of bowl spindle
Lubricating oil
Bowl:
Pastes as specified in "8.8.4 Recomrnended

lubricanis" on page 142
bowl hood, and cap nut
Grease as specified in "8.8.4 Recommended

lubricants" on page 142
Friction coupling ball bearings
The bearings are packed with grease and

sealed and need no extra lubrication
Electric motor (if nipples are fitted)
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Group A oil: a high quality gear oil on

paraffin base with stable AW (antiwear)
additives.
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Group B oil: a high quali$ gear oil on

paraffin base with stable EP (extreme
pressure) additives.
GrouP D oil: a synthetic base oilwith

additives stable at high operating
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mix different oil brands or oils from

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Rubber seal rings
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Sliding contact surfaces and pressure loaded

surfaces such as lock rings, threads of lock rings,
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the lubricatingoil. Of particular importance is to
avoid mixing of different types of oil. Even a few
drops of motoroilmixed into a synthetic oil may
result in severe foaming.
Any presence of black deposits in a mineral type
oil is an indication that the oilbase has
deteriorated seriously or that some of the oil
additives have precipitated. Always investigate

why black deposits occurs.
lf it is necessary to change from one group of oil
brand to another it is recommended to do this in
connection with an overhaul of the separator.
Clean the gear housing and the spindle parts
thoroughly and remove all deposits before filling
the new oil.
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before lubricants are applied.
NOTE
Check the oil level before start. Top up when
necessary. Oilvolume see "8.1 Technical
data" on page 124.
to use the lubricants

recommended in our documentation. This does
not exclude, however, the use ofother brands,
provided they have equivalently high quality
properties as the brands recommended. The use
of oil brands and lubricants other than
recommended, is done on the exclusive
responsibility of the user or oil supplier.
It is of utmost importance
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instructions.
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8.8.2 Recommended
Technical Reterence
lubricating
oils
Alfa Laval ref. 553219-10, rcu 0
of lubricating oils are

approved.They are designated as Alfa Laval
lubricating oilgroups A,B and D.
Three different groups
The numerical value after

viscosity grade.
the letter states the

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The corresponding commercial oil brands
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22|, on page 139, ",Alfa Laval lubricating oil
group 8/220" on page 140 and " AIfa Laval
lubricating oil group A/2zA'on page 141.
according to
Ambient temPerature
Between +5 and +45
Between
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Alfa Laval lubricating oil

group
Time in operation
Oil change interval
Al22A W220
1500 h
Dt220
2000 h
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a new installation or after change of gear

transmission, change oil after 200 operating
In
hours.
When the separator is operated for short

periods, lubricating oil must be changed'
every 12 months even if the total number of
operating hours is less than stated in the
recommendations above.
Check and prelubricate spindle bearings on
separators which have been out of service for
6 months or longer.
In seasonal operation: change oil before
every operating period.
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NOTE
The data in below tables is based on supplier information in regards to
lubrication properties. Trade names and designations might vary from
country to country, contact your local supplier for more information.
Brands with Alfa Lavalaticle number are approved and recommended for
use.
Affa Laval lubricating

Alfa Laval
ret. 55321&01,
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oil group Al22A
Alfa Lavallubrication oilgroup A

Viscosity grade VG (lSO 344813104)
Viscosity index Vl (lSO 2909)
220
>92
Manufacturer
Designation
Castrol
Alpha ZN22O
ELF
Polytelis 220
Esso/Exxon
Nuto 220
Tersso 220
Terrestic 220
Mobil
DTE OiIBB
Optimol
Ultra220
Shell.
Morlina 220
Tellus 220
Texaco/Caltex
RegalOil22O
Paper Machine Oil Premium22O
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Viscosity grade VG (lSO 3448/3104)
220
>92
Viscosity index Vl (lSO 2909)
Manufacturer
Designation
Bel-Ray
06-220
BP
Energol GR-XP 220
Castrol
Alpha SP 220
Chevron
Ultra Gear 220

Gear Compound EP 22O
ELF
Epona 2220
Esso/Exxon
Spartan EP 220
Fina
Giran 220
Mobil
Mobilgear 630
(Mobilgear SHC 220) * Synthetic
Optimol
Optigear BM 220
Q8/Kuwait Petroleum
Goya220
Shell
Omala 220
(Delima HT 320) " Synthetic
TexacolCaltex
Meropa 220
These oils must be used when the frame temperature is above 80 "C.
lf you can't verify the temperature by measuring, a rough estimate is that
80 "C is when you can touch the surface of lower part of frame for a short
time only.
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Alfa Lavallubrication oilgroup D

Viscosity grade VG (lSO 344813104)
Viscosity index Vl(lSO 2909)
Manufacturer
Alfa Laval
220
>135
Designation
542690-80
542690-81
542690-82
542690-83
BP
Enersyn HTX 220
Castrol
Afphasyn EP 22O
ELF
Epona SA 220
Mobil
SHC 630
Shell
Delima HT 22O
Paolina220
(20 litres)
(4 litres)
{208 litres)
(1 litre )
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8.8.4
Alia
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Recommended lubricants
559217-01, ran 7
NOTE
The data in below tables is based on supplier information in regards to lubrication properties.
Trade narnes and designations might vary from country to country, contact your local supplier for
more information.
Brands with Alfa Laval article number are approved and recommended for use.
Pastes for non'food applications:
Alfa LavalNo.
Manufacturer
Designation
Fuchs Lubritech
Gleitmo 805K
Gleitmo 705K
Dow Corning
Molykote 1000 (Paste)

Molykote 1000 (Paste)
Molykote G-rapid plus (Paste)
Rocol
Antiscuffing (ASP) (Paste)
Klber
Wolfracoat C (Paste)
537086-02 (1 000 g)
537086-03 (1 00 g)
537086-04 (50 g)
Bonded coatings:
Manufacturer
Designation
Alfa LavalNo.
Fuchs Lubritech
Gleitmo 900 (Varnish or spray)
Dow Corning
Molykote D321R (Spray)

Molykote D321 R (Varnish)
535586-01 (300 ml)

535586-02 (60 ml)
/-:
Silicone grease for rubber rings:

Manufacturer
Designation
Dow Corning
Molykote
Molykote
Alfa LavalNo.
11
1 (Compound)
11
1 (Compound)
Fuchs Lubritech
Gleitmo 750
Klber
Unisilkon L 250
Wacker
Silicone P (Paste)
539474-02 (100 g)
539474-03 (25 g)
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Lubricants
Greases for balland roller bearings:
NOTE
Always follow the specific recommendation for lubrication as advised by the
manufacturer.
Manufacturer
Designation
BP
Energrease MM-EP2
Energrease LS2
Castrol
APS 2
EPL 2
Chevron
Dura-Lith Grease EP2
Etf
Epexa 2
Esso/Exxon
Beacon EP2
Unirex N2
Fina
Marson
Mobil
Mobilith SHC 460

Mobilux EP2
Gulf
Gulflex
Q8/Kuwait
Petroleum
Rembrandt EP2
Shell
Alvania EP Grease 2
Albida Grease EP2
SKF
LGEPZ or LGMT2
Texaco
Multifak AFB 2
Alfa Laval No.
Grease
EPL 2A
MP2
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PumP imPeller
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Gross'section' water inlet

device
Hose niPPle
Pac!<ing
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Drawings
Electric motor, 1.1 kW
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A. Knockout openings for cable glands on both sides, 2 x a23

B. Sheef-sfeelfan hood
C. 4
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Manufacturer
Manufacturers drawing
Standards
Size
Type
Weight
Poles
fnsulation class
Bearings
ABB Motors
Cat. BfuMarine motors GB 98-05
IEC 34 series, 72,79,85
IEC 90S
M2AA 90S
13 kg
cooling
Specification
Note!
lC 41 (lEC 34-6)
Totally enclosed three-phase motor for marine service
Method of
Type of mounting
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DE:6305-22C3
Motor bearings are permanently lubricated

Degree of
protection
(rEc 34-5)
tM 3001
P 55
tM 3011
lP 55
rM 3031
lP 55
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B. Sheet-steelfan hood
C. 4 holes a12
ABB Motors
Manufacturer
Manufacturers drawing CAT. BAJMarine motors GB 98-05
IEC 34-series, 72, 79, 85
Standards
tEc 901
Size
M2AA gOL
Type
16 kg
Weight
4
Poles
F
Insulation class
DE:6305-22C3
Bearings
NDE: 6204-2VC3
tc 41 (rEc 34-6)
Method of cooling
Totally enclosed three.phase motor for marine seruice
Specification
Motor bearings are permanently lubricated
Note!
Type of mounting
(rEc 34-7)
tM 3001
Degree
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Separator
MAB 1048-14t24
Manufacturing serial No i Year
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Product No
881241-08-14
Frame
549807-01i02t03tM
Bowl
524724-92t82
Max. speed (bowl)
7500 r/min. (50 Hz),7350 r/min. (60 Hz)
Direction of rotation (bowl)
<-
Speed motor shaft
1500
El. current frequency
50/60 Hz
Recommended motor power
1.1 / 1.5 kW (with pump)
Max. density of feed
1100 kg/mg
Max. density of sediment
1600 kg/mg
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DANGER
Read the instruction manuals before installation,
operation and maintenance. Consider inspection

intervals.
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lf excessive vibration occurs, stop separator and

keep bowl filled wiih liquid during rundown.
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is not full.
Separator must stop rotating before any
dismantling work is started.
2. Name plate
3. Power supply frequency
5. Arrow
lndicating direction of rotation of horizontal driving
device. .
6. Stop,
follow lifting instruction
This transport labelis not permanently fixed to the
separator.
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Upon arrival to the store, check all components

and keep them:
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Well stored and protected from mechanical

damage.
2.
3.
Dry and protected from rain and humidity.
Organized in the store in such a way that the

goods will be easily accessible when
installation is about to take place.
A separator can be
of protection:
delivered with difierent types

Fixed on a pallet
Fixed on a pallet.
The separator must be stored in a storage

room well protected from mechanical damage
and also dry and protected from rain and
humidity.
In a wooden box
which is not water tight-
The separator must be stored dry and

protected from rain and humiditY.
In a specialwater-resistant box for outdoor
ln a wooden box which is not water tight
storage.
The separatorand 'rts 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

specialorder.
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During transport of the separator, the frame

hood
and bowlmust always be removed
from the machine.
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it must always be
hung securely. See chapter "5.7 Lifting
instructions" on page 79.
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Use correct lifting tools
and follow lifting
instructions.
During erection, allinlets and outlets to

separators and accessories must be covered
to be protected from dirt and dust.
8.10.2 Planning and installation

Introduction
The requirements forone or more separators can
be established by consulting the following
documents.
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Basic size drawing

Connection list
Interfacedescription
Interconnectiondrawing
Check the drawings when planning he installation
Foundation drawing
Lifting drawing
These are included in this chapter "S Technical

Reference" on page 123.
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lmportant 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.
your installation with sufficient room for the

controls and operation so that instruments are
easily visible. Valves and controls must be within
Plan
requirements for maintenance work, work

benches, dismantled machine parts or for a
seruice trolleY.
Suitable space must be obtained for the maintenance

work
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The separator shall be placed in such a way that
suitable space for maintenance and repair is

obtained.
Specification
See the "Basic size drawings" on pages 128,

129 and 130 for the service space required
with the separator installed.
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have sufficient space to make a complete
turn without hiing any of the ancillary
equipment surrounding the separator.
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bowl parts and the bowl spindle.
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When two or more separators are installed,

the lifting height may have to be increased to
enable parts from one separatorto be lifted
and moved over an adjoining assembled
separator.
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Remove the separator bowl before lifting.
WAHNING
Crush hazard
Use correct lifting tools
and follow lifting
instructions.
Do not
work under
Space for
Do not lift the separator in any other way
hanging load.
oil changing
Specification
The plug for gearbox oil draining must not be

blocked by floor plate arrangement, etc.
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Recommendation
should be possible to place a portable

collecting tray under the gearbox drain plug
for changing oil.
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8.10.3 Foundations
Specitication
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The separator should be installed at floor

level, see the "Basic size drawings" on page
130, 129 and 128.
The separator must be installed on a strong
and rigid foundation to reduce the influence of
vibrations from adjacent machinery.
the separator frame on the foundation as

follows:
Fit
1.
Place the separator without vibration

dampers (3) in position.
2.
Check that the bolts do not press against the

edges of the holes, otherwise the elasticity of
the mounting of the separator frame will be
impeded.
3.
Check that the separator frame is horizontal

and that allfeet rest on the base plane.
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5. Lift the separator, fit the vibration dampers
(3), lower and check that the bolts do not
press againstthe edges of the holes.
6.
Frame fot with vibration damper
1.
2.
3.
Lock nut
Nuf
Vibraton damper
Fit the nut (2)and tighten with 16 Nm. Hold

the nut firmly and secure with the lock-nut (1).
Repeat for the other frame feet.
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Basic size drawing
Separator with pumP and heater
Separator with pumP and no heater
Separator without PumP
128
130
129
128
Glarification
Definition
Oil discharge through water outlet
Unsatisfactory separation result
Clarifier disc
Definition
Cleaning
Bowldiscs
Bearings
Assembly of bowl spindle bearings

Ball bearing housing damage
Maintenance directions
96
65
75
Bowl
Assembly
Dismantling
Lock ring damage
Bowlcleaning
Procedure
Bowldiscs
Cleaning
Disc stack pressure
Bowlspindle
Assembly
Dismantling
Brake
Check point
Function
Broken water seal
99
83
59
A-l
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72
58
96
86
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30
121
G
Centrifu gal separation
Check points
Ball and roller bearings

Ball bearing housing
Bowl body nave
Bowl spindte cone
Brake
Corrosion
Coupling disc of motor
Cover interlocking switch
Cracks
Disc stack Pressure
Erosion
Friction pads
Height position of bowl / bowlspindle
Lock ring / wear and damage
Radial wobble of bowl sPindle
Tooth aPPearence
Top bearing sPrings
Worm wheeland worm
75
65
62
62
64
54
63
68
57
58
56
64
61
50
60
67
65
66
122
32
72
69
External cleaning
Fuel oilseparators
Lube oil separators
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Time intervals
Connection list
Separator with pump and heater
Separator with pump and no heater /
without pump
Corrosion
Check points
Maintenance logs
Oiling of parts
Shutdowns
Coupling
Exchange of friction elements
Friction pads
Function
General maintenance
Cover interlochng switch (option)
Cracks
Check poinis
Maintenance logs
16
32
122
41
131
132
131
49
14
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78
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64
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77
31
57
49
D
49
Daily checks
124
Density of feed
58
Disc stack pressure
Drawings
130
Basic size drawing with pump and
Basic size drawing with pump and no heater 129
128
Basic size drawing without
147
Clarifier
144
Gomplete
151, 152
Electric
145
Horizontaldriving
plates
153
and safety
Machine
148,149
146
Purifier
150
Water
heater
pump
bowl
separator
motor
device
labels
Pump
bowl
inletdevice
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Electric motor. See Motor

Emergency stop
Erosion
Main parts
Maintenance
Check points
Maintenance logs
Excessive vibration during normal running
Excessive vibration during starting sequence
40, 134
Ball and roller bearings
56
49
116
116
lntervals
Procedure
Service kits
Major service
Materials
F
Foundation
Frame feet
Vibration dampers exchange
159
G
Gear
Number of teeth
Wear of gear teeth
Gravity disc
Definition
Dismantling
Selection
Maximum running time without flow

Metal surfaces
Corrosion
Cracks
111
125
66
32
85
35
Erosion
Gear teeth wear
Motor
Coupling disc
Drawing
Motor cleaning
Power consumption durng start
Assembly
Check points
Description
93
95
30
Dismantling
89
lnstallation
Check points
Planning of installation
34
156
lnterface
Definition
Interface description
32
133
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79
119
Loc* ring
Wear and damage
59
Lubricants
Before first start
Lubrication chart, general, oil groups
Oilchange interval
Oilchange procedure
Oillevel
Recommended lu bricatin g oils
Recommended oilbrands
Volume of lubricating oil
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126
P!*
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34
73
31
121
120
P
Power consumption
Power transmission
Axial play
Bushings
Capacity
Check points
Dismantling
lmpeller shaft
Lipring seals
Shear pin coupling
Wearing seals
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57
oil
Before first start
Oilchange procedure
Sight glass
Oil discharge through water outlet
Outgoing water contaminated by oil
48
46
125
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Pump
Lifting instruction
Liquid flows through bowlcasing drain
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Description
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Noise
Sound power level

Sound pressure level
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102
125
102
102
102
102
102
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Purification
Broken water seal

Definition
Outgoing water contaminated by oil
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Unsatisfactory separation resu lt
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32
120
38
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Purifier bowl
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Gravity disc
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Check points
Starting power troo high
Starting power too low
Starting time
Start-up time too long
Stopping procedure
Stopping time too long
Storage
37
35
115
115
125
114
39
118
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Ready for start
133
Revolution counter
Function
Speed
31
32
114
125
Rotor
Assembly
Dismantling
99
83
37
Running-up procedure
S
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Safety Instructions
Separated sludge
Cleaning the
Throughput
Definition
Trouble tracing
Unsatisfactory separation result
v
Assembly
Check point
Dsmantling
bowl
Separation
24
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Optimum separation
Purification
Temperature
Viscosity
Separator
Stopping time
125
Separator does not start

Separator vibration level
Seruice intervals
Service kits
Service logs
Shear pin coupling
Shuidowns
Sludge and waterspace volume
114
126
46
Smell
Speed
117
Speed too low
118
48
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103
78
125
'120
Vibration
Criticalspeed
Spindle wobble
Vibration checking
Vibration level
96
86
86
37
60
74
126
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Warning signs
Water in oilsump
wear of teeth
Weight
Worm gear
Function
Wear of teeth
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66
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Cleaning the bowl

When changing oil

Common maintenance directions

7.1 Troubletracng procedure

no heater / without pump

8.7 lnterface description

Study instruction manuals and observe the

Not following the instructons can result

In order to make the information clear only foreseeable conditions

This manualis designed for operators and service

For inforrnation concerning the functin of the

the separator has been delivered and installed

ln addition to this Separator Manual a Spare

This Separator Manual consists of:

Pay specialattention to the safety instructions for

equipment and serious injury to personnel.

Read this chapter if you are not familiar with this

This chapter contains operating instructions for

Read ths first

lf the separator has been installed as part of a

This chapter contains technical data concerning

The centrifugalseparator includes parts that

Kinetic energy is high

Manufacturing tolerances are extremely fine.

The separator is designed and supplied for a

lncorrect operation and maintenance can result in

The following basic safety instructions therefore

Use the separator only for the purpose

Strictly follow the instructions for

When power cables are connected,

ratio is correct for

Welding or heating of parts that rotate

Inspect regularly for corrosion and

and guards must

Use correct lifting tools and follow lifting

Do not work under a hanging load.

Use ear protection in noisy

Lubrication oiland various machine

Sharp edges on separator discs and lock

Warning signs in the text

This type of safety instruction indicates a

This type of safety instruciion indicates a

This type of safety instruction indicates a

This type of instruction indicates a situation

3.1 Basic principles of separation

3.4 Mechanical function

Basic prnciples of separation

The purpose of separation can be:

t0 separate two mutually insoluble liquids with

to separate and concentrate solid particles

Sedim e ntatio n by gravity

lighter liquid rises while

a heavier liquid and

Continuous separation and sedimentation can be

The centrifugal solution

3.1 Basic principles of separation

Factors influencing the

increase the separation capacity. The

High vscosity (wik low temperature)

Low viscosity facilitates separation. Viscosity can

Low viscosity (with high temperature)

Density difference (specific gravity ratio)

The greater the density difference between the