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Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual Unimaster Dust Collectors Series UMA 40-750 IOM AK0303501(0)
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Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual Unimaster Dust Collectors – Series UMA 40-750 IMPORTANT PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE INSTALLATION. THIS MANUAL SHOULD BE READ IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE CONTROLLER MANUAL, PUBLICATION IOM AK0303001, SUPPLIED WITH THE DUST COLLECTOR. FOR DETAILS OF THE OPTIONAL SECONDARY OR ABSOLUTE FILTER MONITOR, REFER TO PUBLICATION 2920.
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Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual Unimaster Dust Collectors – Series UMA 40-750 IMPORTANT Improper operation of a dust control system may contribute to conditions in the work area or facility that could result in severe personal injury and product or property damage. Check that all collection equipment is properly selected, sized and operated for the intended use.
Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual Unimaster Dust Collectors – Series UMA 40-750 CONTENTS General safety requirements ..................6 Installation ......................10 General guidance to lifting ................11 Lifting collector to vertical position ..............12 Four-point lifting method ................12 Fork lifting method ..................12 Unimaster standard dust collectors with dust container: UMA 40, UMA 40MM and UMA 72 ............
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Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual Unimaster Dust Collectors – Series UMA 40-750 CONTENTS Maintenance ......................28 Routine inspection ..................28 Servicing schedule..................29 UMA 40MM ....................31 UMA 40 to 450 ....................34 UMA 750......................35 Secondary or absolute filter replacement .............36 Fan assembly removal/replacement .............36 Specification ......................40 Description and range ...................40 Optional extras ....................41...
Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual Unimaster Dust Collectors – Series UMA 40-750 GENERAL SAFETY REQUIREMENTS The collector should be stored as supplied. Only remove packaging to install. For the purposes of storage: Collector with specification for inside use = IP50. ...
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Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual Unimaster Dust Collectors – Series UMA 40-750 GENERAL SAFETY REQUIREMENTS Where the equipment supplied is suitable for working within a potentially explosive atmosphere (as defined by Directive 94/9/EC) it will be according to the categories and conditions marked on the collector serial nameplate. You should ensure the equipment supplied by others is also suitable.
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Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual Unimaster Dust Collectors – Series UMA 40-750 GENERAL SAFETY REQUIREMENTS The explosion relief assembly, where fitted to the dust collector, is not suitable for use with dusts that are classified as poisonous, corrosive, irritant, carcinogenic, teratogenic or multigenic unless the dust released during the explosion venting process can be contained to a safe level.
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Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual Unimaster Dust Collectors – Series UMA 40-750 Cleaned air outlet Lifting bracket Secondary/ absolute filter (optional) Fan motor Fan chamber Terminal box access door Filter chamber access door Filter assembly Shaker motor Filter bag (showing wire mesh insert) Contaminated air inlet...
Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual Unimaster Dust Collectors – Series UMA 40-750 INSTALLATION Where equipment is installed in a Potentially Explosive Atmosphere, care should be taken not to locate or use the collector where external ignition sources can be introduced, for example stray electric currents, lightening, electromagnetic waves, ionising radiation, ultrasonic waves.
Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual Unimaster Dust Collectors – Series UMA 40-750 INSTALLATION All collectors are delivered to site either upright or laid on their side, in one piece or in a number of pieces depending on their configuration. Lifting brackets are provided on all collectors except the UMA 40 and 40MM. They are also fitted to the UMA 100 to 750 bottom assemblies when supplied separate to the main filter case.
Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual Unimaster Dust Collectors – Series UMA 40-750 INSTALLATION Lifting collector to vertical position UMA 70 to 450 collectors: A two-point lifting method should be used to lift the collector from the horizontal to the vertical position. The lifting points are located on top of the collector at the sides.
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Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual Unimaster Dust Collectors – Series UMA 40-750 INSTALLATION UMA 750 collectors: (fan type only – the venting type has no fork lifting facility) Remove the mattress support frame from its storage position inside the fan chamber.
Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual Unimaster Dust Collectors – Series UMA 40-750 INSTALLATION Unimaster standard dust collectors with dust container UMA 40, UMA 40MM and UMA 72 These collectors are supplied fully assembled. For UMA 40 and 40MM collectors, lift into position using the fork lifting method. For UMA 72 collectors, lift into position using either the four-point lifting method or the fork lifting method.
Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual Unimaster Dust Collectors – Series UMA 40-750 INSTALLATION 4 Using the sealant provided, apply two beads of sealant to the bottom assembly joint flange, one each side of the fixing holes (see fig. 7). 5 Lift the combined fan and filter section, using either the four-point lifting method or the fork lifting method, onto the bottom assembly.
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Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual Unimaster Dust Collectors – Series UMA 40-750 INSTALLATION 3 Using the sealant supplied in the fixing pack, seal all around the underside of the seating flange (see fig. 9). 4 Lay the acoustic diffuser down so that the lifting brackets are uppermost. 5 Using the four-point lifting method, lift the acoustic diffuser into position on top of the fan section, so that the diffuser outlet is at the front, right-hand corner of the top plate (see fig.
Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual Unimaster Dust Collectors – Series UMA 40-750 INSTALLATION Unimaster hopper type dust collectors UMA 40H, UMA 40MM H, UMA 70H, UMA 100H, UMA 150H, UMA 250H, UMA 450H and UMA 750H These collectors are supplied fully assembled. When the collector is fitted with an explosion relief assembly, the explosion relief area is suitable for the collector volume only.
Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual Unimaster Dust Collectors – Series UMA 40-750 INSTALLATION Unimaster sack tipping units UMA 100STU, UMA 150STU and UMA 250STU These collectors are supplied in two sections. When the collector is fitted with an explosion relief assembly, the explosion relief area is suitable for the collector volume only.
Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual Unimaster Dust Collectors – Series UMA 40-750 INSTALLATION Unimaster venting type dust collectors UMA 70V, UMA 100V, UMA 150V, UMA 250V, UMA 450V and UMA 750V These collectors are supplied fully assembled. When the collector is fitted with an explosion relief assembly, the explosion relief area is suitable for the collector volume only.
Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual Unimaster Dust Collectors – Series UMA 40-750 INSTALLATION Unimaster venting type dust collectors with dust container UMA 72V, UMA 103V, UMA 153V, UMA 253V and UMA 456V These collectors are supplied fully assembled. Lift collector into position using the four-point lifting method or the fork lifting method.
Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual Unimaster Dust Collectors – Series UMA 40-750 INSTALLATION Controller It is a requirement of the Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 1992 to provide adequate isolation and emergency stop facilities. Due to the varied nature of site installations this cannot be provided by Donaldson but instead is the responsibility of the customer.
Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual Unimaster Dust Collectors – Series UMA 40-750 INSTALLATION Secondary or absolute filter monitor The optional secondary or absolute filter monitor is supplied fitted to the collector. For secondary or absolute filter monitor connections and set-up, refer to Publication 2920.
Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual Unimaster Dust Collectors – Series UMA 40-750 INSTALLATION Installation check list Ensure all collector section joints made on site are secure and that UMA 750 collectors with dust container are securely bolted to the floor. If the filter assembly has been removed during installation, ensure it has been replaced and clamped correctly (check top frame is against sealing rubber, figs.
Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual Unimaster Dust Collectors – Series UMA 40-750 COMMISSIONING It is a requirement of the Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 1992 to provide adequate isolation and emergency stop facilities. Due to the varied nature of site installations this cannot be provided by Donaldson but instead is the responsibility of the customer.
Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual Unimaster Dust Collectors – Series UMA 40-750 COMMISSIONING Start-up sequence Refer to Controller manual, Publication IOM AK0303001, for further details. All collectors except venting type The collector is started by depressing the 'start' button on the controller; the fan will then run.
Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual Unimaster Dust Collectors – Series UMA 40-750 OPERATION Unimaster standard collectors with dust container and Unimaster hopper type collectors Contaminated air from the dust generation source is drawn through the inlet to the collector by the fan. Initially some pre-separation takes place as heavier dust particles lose momentum and fall into the dust container or hopper.
Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual Unimaster Dust Collectors – Series UMA 40-750 OPERATION their functional requirements. It is therefore the customers responsibility to ensure that sufficient time is allowed for the air flow to have ceased before cleaning is initiated, fitting interlocks if necessary. Before restarting the collector, the dust container, if fitted, should be checked for dust quantity and emptied if necessary.
Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual Unimaster Dust Collectors – Series UMA 40-750 MAINTENANCE A platform should be used when carrying out maintenance where the position of the technician’s feet is greater or equal to 2 metres above ground level. Before any work is carried out, ensure the equipment is adequately isolated and safe.
Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual Unimaster Dust Collectors – Series UMA 40-750 MAINTENANCE Filter resistance can be checked by connecting a U-tube manometer or differential- type pressure gauge to tapping points (if fitted) on the unit casing. This will give a continuous indication of the state of the filter.
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Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual Unimaster Dust Collectors – Series UMA 40-750 MAINTENANCE Every 1000 working hours the following parts should be checked: 1 Filter bag – for wear. 2 Rubber seals – for tears and over-compression. 3 Shaker mechanism (see fig. 12) with particular attention to: tightness of mounting bolts.
Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual Unimaster Dust Collectors – Series UMA 40-750 MAINTENANCE 3 Explosion risks – Check measures taken to avoid ignition sources are still in place. 4 Fan maintenance – Inspect the fan thoroughly. This is achieved on UMA 40 collectors by removing acoustic diffuser, if necessary, and looking through cleaned air outlet;...
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Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual Unimaster Dust Collectors – Series UMA 40-750 MAINTENANCE 6 Fit new filter bag assembly into supporting frame, feeding individual filter bags between locating bars, and fold collar over peripheral sealing flange. 7 Prior to fitting wire mesh inserts, any material edgings that need replacing should be fitted around the three edges of the insert that do not have the insert frame joint.
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Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual Unimaster Dust Collectors – Series UMA 40-750 MAINTENANCE Renewal of fan bearings (fig. 13) 1 Isolate electrical supply and remove fan chamber lid. 2 Disconnect electrical wiring to terminal box. 3 Remove the four bolts securing the motor drive bed-plate and withdraw the complete assembly from the unit case.
Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual Unimaster Dust Collectors – Series UMA 40-750 MAINTENANCE V-belt drive tensioning The Polyvee drive belt has been pre-stretched and tensioned during assembly but will require checking for correct tension after the first day of operation, when it will have fully seated into its grooves.
Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual Unimaster Dust Collectors – Series UMA 40-750 MAINTENANCE UMA 750 Filter bag assembly renewal Due to the weight of the mattress assembly, it should not be removed without using the support frame provided. 1 Isolate electrical controls and open front access doors. 2 Remove the mattress support frame from its storage position in the fan chamber or on the top plate of venting type collectors, and assemble into door frame (see fig.
Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual Unimaster Dust Collectors – Series UMA 40-750 MAINTENANCE 9 Slide filter assembly into the guides until bottom corners of filter bags make contact with the shaker bar. 10 Locate individual filter bags in shaker bar. 11 Slide filter assembly fully home and raise mattress assembly with extended nuts to form an airtight seal.
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Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual Unimaster Dust Collectors – Series UMA 40-750 MAINTENANCE Renewing fan impeller and/or motor: Refer also to Table 2. 1 Make a note of the distance from either impeller back plate to fan case (preferred) or inlet eye to impeller front plate, as this will assist with replacement.
Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual Unimaster Dust Collectors – Series UMA 40-750 MAINTENANCE Replacing the fan assembly: If the equipment has been supplied for use in a potentially explosive atmosphere, then a check should be made to ensure earthing continuity after replacing each panel.
Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual Unimaster Dust Collectors – Series UMA 40-750 MAINTENANCE TABLE 3 – FAULT LOCATION Symptom Possible cause Action 1 Part loss of suction 1.1 Filter blocked. a Filter not cleaned regularly enough. Initiate (excessive pressure cleaning sequence. differential).
Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual Unimaster Dust Collectors – Series UMA 40-750 SPECIFICATION Description and range The Unimaster dust collector is a compact, completely self contained fabric filter designed for intermittent duty, with filter cleaning automatically activated when the dust collector is turned off. The Unimaster is based on seven fabric areas between 4 m and 70 m with a range of standard components and optional...
Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual Unimaster Dust Collectors – Series UMA 40-750 SPECIFICATION Optional extras Castors The standard UMA 40 to 250 collectors are available with the collector base mounted on castors. This makes the collector suitable for portable applications and would generally require single phase motors.
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Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual Unimaster Dust Collectors – Series UMA 40-750 SPECIFICATION Explosion relief Most carbonaceous dusts, plastics, fertilisers, pharmaceuticals, fossil fuels, chemicals, foodstuffs and certain metallic dusts present an explosion hazard for which explosion relief panels must be fitted. Expert advice must be sought from Health and Safety authorities where dust is thought to be explosive and toxic.
Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual Unimaster Dust Collectors – Series UMA 40-750 SPECIFICATION in position by the locating mechanism. A secondary or absolute filter monitor can be supplied to measure the pressure drop across the filter elements which will indicate the filter condition, and when maintenance is required. Pressure balance pipe To assist in the safe removal of toxic or noxious dusts the dust container may be lined with a polythene bag which can be closed and sealed before lifting out of...
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Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual Unimaster Dust Collectors – Series UMA 40-750 SPECIFICATION The controller is supplied for remote mounting. On collectors with fan, the controller is connected to the fan and shaker motors via a terminal box usually mounted on the right-hand side of the fan chamber. On venting type collectors, controller connection is made directly to the shaker motor.
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Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual Unimaster Dust Collectors – Series UMA 40-750 SPECIFICATION Shaker assembly The shaker assembly is situated on the side of the collector. This consists of a motor which turns an eccentric mechanism to vibrate a shaker bar. The shaker bar has locators into which each filter pad is fitted, thus, vibrating the filter assembly clean.
Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual Unimaster Dust Collectors – Series UMA 40-750 SPECIFICATION TABLE 5 – DESIGN LIMITS −10° to +60°C Temperature range: −300 mm W.G. to +250 mm W.G. Pressure range: Collectors with fan: as fan performance curves from shut-off to ambient pressure (for UMA 40 and 40MM refer to datasheet of UMA 40 ;...
Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual Unimaster Dust Collectors – Series UMA 40-750 SPARE PARTS 10, 11 25, 26 Unimaster UMA 153 K5 SF illustrated...
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Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual Unimaster Dust Collectors – Series UMA 40-750 SPARE PARTS 10, 11 Unimaster UMA 40 illustrated...
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Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual Unimaster Dust Collectors – Series UMA 40-750 SPARE PARTS Shaker mechanism assembly (UMA 40-450 illustrated) Door hinge assembly Door fastener assembly for (not applicable to UMA 40) Sack Tipping Unit base (standard door) 10, 11 Fan chamber assembly (UMA 40MM only)
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