Warning messages appear before procedures that could result in personal injury if not observed. This manual is intended to be used as a basic installation and operation guide for the Welker Constant Pressure Sample Container, LS-14. For comprehensive instructions, please refer to the IOM Manuals for each individual component. A list of relevant component IOM Manuals is provided in Appendix A of this manual.
LS-14 to prevent vaporization and the escape of entrained gases. An operator can manually actuate the mixing plate in the LS-14 to thoroughly mix the sample prior to transfer to a transportable container for laboratory analysis.
1.3 Specifications The specifications listed in this section are generalized for this equipment. Welker can modify the equipment according to your company's needs. Please note that the specifications may vary depending on the customization of your equipment. Table 1: LS-14 Specifications...
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Table 1: LS-14 Specifications (Continued) Digital Controller Electro-hydraulic Unit Flow Switch Magnetostrictive Level Indicator Pneumatic Supply Conditioning System Proximity Switch Options Solenoid(s) Welker AVA-2 Volume Analyzer Welker inLoop™ Crude Oil Sampler Welker MPS-2 Gas Sampler Welker SSO-9M Mini Injection Pump Welker SSO-9MED Injection Pump CRN Certification...
1.4 Equipment Diagrams Figure 1: Standard LS-14 Connections Diagram IOM-131 MODEL: LS-14 REV: F 13839 West Bellfort Street, Sugar Land, TX 77498 welker.com Service Department 281.491.2331...
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Figure 2: CRN-Certified LS-14 Connections Diagram IOM-131 MODEL: LS-14 REV: F 13839 West Bellfort Street, Sugar Land, TX 77498 welker.com Service Department 281.491.2331...
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Figure 3: CRN-Certified LS-14 With Optional Hydraulic Mixer Actuation Connections Diagram IOM-131 MODEL: LS-14 REV: F 13839 West Bellfort Street, Sugar Land, TX 77498 welker.com Service Department 281.491.2331...
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Figure 4: Standard LS-14 Diagram IOM-131 MODEL: LS-14 REV: F 13839 West Bellfort Street, Sugar Land, TX 77498 welker.com Service Department 281.491.2331...
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Figure 5: CRN-Certified LS-14 Diagram IOM-131 MODEL: LS-14 REV: F 13839 West Bellfort Street, Sugar Land, TX 77498 welker.com Service Department 281.491.2331...
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Figure 6: CRN-Certified LS-14 With Optional Hydraulic Mixer Actuation Diagram IOM-131 MODEL: LS-14 REV: F 13839 West Bellfort Street, Sugar Land, TX 77498 welker.com Service Department 281.491.2331...
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Figure 7: Electro-hydraulic Unit (EHUC) Diagram (Optional) IOM-131 MODEL: LS-14 REV: F 13839 West Bellfort Street, Sugar Land, TX 77498 welker.com Service Department 281.491.2331...
Connect a grounding wire to the grounding lug on the skid to safely ground the system (Figure 4, Figure 5, or Figure 7). 3. Ensure that all valves on the LS-14 are closed (Figure 4, Figure 5, or Figure 6). 4.
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Never fill the cylinder above 80% of its capacity. Allow at least 20% room for product expansion should the cylinder be exposed to increased temperatures. Note that there are 3,785 cc in 1 US gallon. The LS-14 may be 1½, 3, 5, or 10 US gallons at 80%. IOM-131 MODEL: LS-14...
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Filling the Inert Gas Supply Tank The inert gas being used to pre-charge the LS-14 must be compatible with the seals in the LS-14. Welker recommends using nitrogen or helium as the inert gas supply. The relief valves and gauges must be adequate for the pressure used to pre-charge the LS-14.
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Check all connections between the inert gas supply tank and the receiver cylinder for leaks. Repair as necessary. 25. If the LS-14 will use pneumatics for mixer actuation, proceed to step 37. If the LS-14 will use hydraulics for mixer 26.
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Check all connections between the inert gas supply tank and the receiver cylinder for leaks. Repair as necessary. 35. If the LS-14 will use pneumatics for mixer actuation, continue to step 37. If the LS-14 will use hydraulics for mixer 36.
Manually actuate the sampler using the manual override on the solenoid. 13. Observe the product side pressure gauge on the LS-14 (Figure 4, Figure 5, or Figure 6). If the sampler is operating correctly, a spike in pressure is shown.
1. If the LS-14 is equipped with inert gas supply valve configuration option 1, ensure that valves A and C on the inert gas supply tank are open (Figure 11). If the LS-14 is equipped with inert gas supply valve configuration option 2, ensure that valve A on the inert gas supply tank is open (Figure 12).
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Never fill the cylinder above 80% of its capacity. Allow at least 20% room for product expansion should the cylinder be exposed to increased temperatures. After the transfer is complete, close composite sample draw off valve F on the LS-14 and the inlet valve on the constant 15. pressure cylinder (Figure 4, Figure 5, or Figure 6).
B (Figure 10). If applicable, open inert gas supply tank isolation valve C (Figure 10). 4. Open purge/return valve D to drain the LS-14 to the pipeline or to a safe recovery system or sump (Figure 4, Figure 5, or Figure 6).
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15. Fully unscrew and remove the remaining receiver cylinder hex nuts on the pre-charge end cap. 16. Remove the pre-charge end cap from the LS-14. 17. Carefully lift the pre-charge end cap straight up and off the mixer shaft. IOM-131...
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Gripping the mixing shaft above the mixing plate, gently pull the mixing shaft out through the bottom of the receiver piston, taking care not to scratch the mixing shaft, as scratches may cause seals to leak. If scratches are present, the unit may need to be repaired or replaced. Contact Welker for service options. 20.
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Closely examine the polished and honed surfaces of the receiver cylinder, as scratches or pits may cause the seals to leak. If scratches or pits are present, the unit may need to be repaired or replaced. Contact Welker for service options.
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Replace the O-ring on the product end cap. 30. If the LS-14 is equipped with a burst relief disc, replace the burst relief disc. Refer to the Installation, Operation, and Maintenance (IOM) Manual for the burst relief disc for instructions on installing replacement discs.
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Table 2: Torque Specifications for Tie Bolts Tie Bolt Diameter Foot-Pounds (ft•lb) Kilograms per Meter (kg/m) ³⁄₈" 5–6 0.69–0.82 ½" 15–20 2.07–2.76 ⁵⁄₈" 25–30 3.45–4.14 ⁷⁄₈" or 1" 55–65 7.60–8.98 IOM-131 MODEL: LS-14 REV: F 13839 West Bellfort Street, Sugar Land, TX 77498 welker.com Service Department 281.491.2331...
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If the tracker tube pins are not inside the tracker tube, the tracker magnet will fall below 0%, yielding an inaccurate reading. 48. Slide the actuator cylinder down into place over the mixing shaft. IOM-131 MODEL: LS-14 REV: F 13839 West Bellfort Street, Sugar Land, TX 77498 welker.com Service Department 281.491.2331...
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Top Cap Figure 19: Top Cap Maintenance Diagram 49. Replace the O-ring on the top cap. Reassembling the LS-14 50. Place the top cap onto the actuator cylinder. 51. Insert the actuator tie bolts into the top cap. 52. Following a cross-bolting sequence, tighten the actuator hex nuts (Figure 17).
The burst disc on the product side be required for the burst disc. Do not of the LS-14 is leaking. exceed 80% volume in the LS-14 to avoid overpressurizing the receiver cylinder. The valve on the pre-charge side of the Ensure that valve A and valve C, if LS-14 may be closed.
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Table 3: LS-14 Troubleshooting (Continued) Issues Possible Causes Solutions The poppet assembly may need to be Check the poppet assembly and the seat replaced. on the regulator. Replace as necessary. Refer to the Installation, Operation, and The regulator is leaking.
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