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Donaldson Company reserves the right to change design and specifications without prior notice.
Do not make any system modifications or adjustments that would alter the original retrofit installation.
Modifications may not meet California Air Resources Board (CARB) Executive Order requirements, be
considered illegal devices and may result in denial of warranty coverage.
Consult your Donaldson certified emissions dealer if you have questions regarding the installation, operation,
maintenance or warranty.
Illustrations are for reference only as actual product may vary.
OWNER'S MANUAL
Installation, Operation and Maintenance Information
SEMI-ACTIVE ELECTRIC FILTER (SEF)
MUFFLER SYSTEM
Manual Number P232575 Rev 2
SEF Muffler
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential
personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this
symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
Junction Box
Emissions Device
Monitor
DPF
Regeneration
Station
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Summary of Contents for Donaldson SEF
- Page 1 Modifications may not meet California Air Resources Board (CARB) Executive Order requirements, be considered illegal devices and may result in denial of warranty coverage. Consult your Donaldson certified emissions dealer if you have questions regarding the installation, operation, maintenance or warranty.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Installer and Data ............15 Theory of Operation ............15 Basic Regeneration Station Logic ........16 Operation of the DPF Regeneration Station ..... 16 DPF Regeneration Station Controls ........17 Semi-Active Electric Filter (SEF) Muffler Systems Owner’s Manual - P232575 Rev 2... -
Page 3: Sef Muffler System
• Provides power, thermocouple and air connections to SEF Muffler for DPF regeneration cycle Regeneration Station Control Panel • Operator interface for monitoring the status of automated DPF regeneration cycles Semi-Active Electric Filter (SEF) Muffler Systems Owner’s Manual - P232575 Rev 2... -
Page 4: Abbreviation Key
SUBSTRATES = Internal filtration components of the SEF system Temp = Temperature ULSD = Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel V = Volts VAC = Volts Alternating Current VIN = Vehicle Identification Number WAT = Weighted Average Temperature Semi-Active Electric Filter (SEF) Muffler Systems Owner’s Manual - P232575 Rev 2... -
Page 5: Introduction
Failure to follow these instructions may void the warranty and may lead to device failure. Semi-Active Electric Filter (SEF) Muffler Systems Owner’s Manual - P232575 Rev 2... - Page 6 Poor engine performance will reduce the operating interval between DPF regeneration cycles. Noise Level Control Expected noise level of the SEF system will be equal to or less than Proper SEF Muffler Application the stock exhaust system. Be sure the engine meets the SEF Muffler flow limits for your application.
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Page 7: Junction Box
Probe Ports for EDM The pressure tap and temperature probe ports are already welded on to the inlet assembly of the SEF Muffler. Skip Section A in the Installation section of the EDM Manual (P484891). Semi-Active Electric Filter (SEF) Muffler Systems Owner’s Manual - P232575 Rev 2... -
Page 8: Dpf Regeneration Station
2. Be sure the vehicle is parked within close proximity to the DPF Regeneration Station so that the cables can reach the Junction Box on the vehicle. Semi-Active Electric Filter (SEF) Muffler Systems Owner’s Manual - P232575 Rev 2... -
Page 9: Vertical Muffler Installation
1. Prepare the muffler mounting area. Ensure the mounting stanchion all tubing is assembled. or mast is robust enough to support the weight of an SEF Muffler. A mast extension is typically required to accommodate the added Flex is not approved in some locations. Check NOTE length of the SEF Muffler (+6 in. -
Page 10: Device Identification
1. Prepare the muffler mounting area. Ensure the mounting arrangement or hangers are robust enough to support the weight of an SEF Muffler. The added length of an SEF Muffler compared to an OEM muffler will require additional room (+6 in./+15 cm). Be sure to allow enough clearance for the thermal wrap to fit between the frame rail/mounting base and the muffler body. -
Page 11: Junction Box Installation
Prevent Air Hose From Touching SEF Muffler Assembly High heat can damage the power cable / air hose. Make sure to secure the hose away from the SEF Muffler to avoid damage. Semi-Active Electric Filter (SEF) Muffler Systems Owner’s Manual - P232575 Rev 2... -
Page 12: Edm Installation
The DPF Regeneration Station is designed to regenerate two DPFs (filters) on two separate vehicles simultaneously. The automated cycle takes each SEF Muffler through a predefined warm-up, combustion and cool-down cycle to regenerate the DPF. Semi-Active Electric Filter (SEF) Muffler Systems Owner’s Manual - P232575 Rev 2... -
Page 13: Installation Checklist
ARB Executive Order and this Rain cap installed on vertical installations. manual for their records ‰ Labels clearly visible on device Pre-assessment complete ‰ ‰ Semi-Active Electric Filter (SEF) Muffler Systems Owner’s Manual - P232575 Rev 2... -
Page 14: Semi-Active Electric Filter (Sef)
2. Check the internal circuit breakers inside the enclosure. To do this: the SEF heater junction box, a positive temperature will be visible on the display. Either the ambient temperature (if Semi-Active Electric Filter (SEF) Muffler Systems Owner’s Manual - P232575 Rev 2... -
Page 15: Installer And Data
1. Remove ALL of the DPF Regeneration Station cables and any other b. The green number is the SEF heater set point. It will items that may be attached to the vehicle. always be visible when the display has power 2. -
Page 16: Basic Regeneration Station Logic
(yellow flashing light). See the Troubleshooting Guide. CAUTION! • After 2 hours and 30 minutes the SEF heater power relay is de- DO NOT Stop the Regen Process for truck energized for the A or B filter being heated and the air pulse will... -
Page 17: Dpf Regeneration Station Controls
To restore the SEF from an thermocouple emergency stop, twist the E-stop Lower Display (Green Text): button in the direction shown on Displays temperature set point the head of the button. (1350°F) Semi-Active Electric Filter (SEF) Muffler Systems Owner’s Manual - P232575 Rev 2... -
Page 18: Maintenance And Service
The emergency stop button should only be used in fuel blended with lube oil. Check with your local Donaldson dealer emergency situations. to review additives before use. Semi-Active Electric Filter (SEF) Muffler Systems Owner’s Manual - P232575 Rev 2... -
Page 19: Reset The Edm
(Doc. No. P480801) and Donaldson Thermal Regenerator (Doc. No. P480802) Failure to use Donaldson or Donaldson-approved methods may result in denial of SEF Muffler Kit warranty coverage. Semi-Active Electric Filter (SEF) Muffler Systems Owner’s Manual - P232575 Rev 2... -
Page 20: Filter Cleaning Instructions
Backpressure (restriction) test readings of DPF Section from pulse CAUTION! cleaner before and after cleaning Wear Protective Gear During Cleaning A dust mask, gloves and safety glasses should be worn while performing the cleaning process. Semi-Active Electric Filter (SEF) Muffler Systems Owner’s Manual - P232575 Rev 2... -
Page 21: Routine Inspection
DPF Assembly >275 hp (Spare)* X011317 Air Manifold Assembly P232346 Fuses, 5-Pack P232347 * See rules of ‘Swapping and Redesignation’ in this Manual Contactor P232348 Din-A-Mite Controller P232349 Relay P232350 Semi-Active Electric Filter (SEF) Muffler Systems Owner’s Manual - P232575 Rev 2... -
Page 22: Sef Troubleshooting Guide
SEF Heater Assembly and DPF Regeneration Station. Temperature Does the temperature controller display a negative Temperature control wires are not wired to the number? correct terminals. YELLOW (+) RED (-) Control Displays Negative Temperature Semi-Active Electric Filter (SEF) Muffler Systems Owner’s Manual - P232575 Rev 2... - Page 23 Donaldson engineering for further instructions. Has the circuit breaker been reset? Cycle the breaker a few times and return to proper “on” position before starting a regeneration cycle Semi-Active Electric Filter (SEF) Muffler Systems Owner’s Manual - P232575 Rev 2...
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Page 24: Dpf Swapping And Re-Designation
Used for Swapping • Note: Certain information reporting and recordkeeping is 1. Confirm whether core A is from a SEF System. Core B required by regulatory agencies for compliance. Failure must be of the same DECS number. You may confirm the... - Page 25 For the instructions that follow the vehicle/engine from which engine as core B. Core B must have the same DECS number the SEF System will be removed will be referred to as the as Core A (SEF) as described in Step 1.
- Page 26 This may include installing a new Retrofit device or returning the vehicle/engine exhaust system to its original certified configuration. Contact your local regulatory agency for appropriate remedies. Semi-Active Electric Filter (SEF) Muffler Systems Owner’s Manual - P232575 Rev 2...
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Page 27: Sef Limited Warranty
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Page 28: Maintenance That May Void Warranty
As the vehicle, engine, or equipment owner, you are responsible for presenting your vehicle, engine, or equipment, and diesel emission control system to your Donaldson installer as soon as a problem with the installation is detected. If you have questions regarding your warranty rights and responsibilities, you should contact ___________________________________________________(installer’s contact) at...
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