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  • Page 1 ® MARTIN TORNADO air cannon Installation instructions M3727UK...
  • Page 2 © Martin Engineering GmbH M3727UK-09/15...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    4.1.2 Preparatory measures ..........18 Installation ..............20 Safety information ............20 ® Installation of the MARTIN TORNADO air cannon..21 5.2.1 Installing the nozzles ........... 21 5.2.2 Installing the flange bracket......... 21 5.2.3 Installing the manual safety slide......... 22 5.2.4...
  • Page 4 Spare parts ............... 54 MARTIN ® TORNADO 6-inch air cannon......55 MARTIN ® TORNADO 6-inch venting valve....... 57 ® MARTIN TORNADO 6-inch venting valve cap....58 MARTIN ® TORNADO 4-inch air cannon......60 ® MARTIN TORNADO 4-inch venting valve....... 62 9.10 MARTIN ®...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    The product and documentation are subject to technical changes without prior notification. Earlier documents then lose their validity. Martin Engineering's General Terms of Sales and Delivery shall apply. 2.1.3...
  • Page 6 The Martin Engineering products are designed for a long service life. They correspond to the latest scientific and technological developments and were thoroughly inspected before shipment. In addition to this, Martin Engineering constantly performs product and market investigations for continuous product advancement.

  • Page 7: Reference To Additional Documents

    - Installation instructions - M3773 ® • MARTIN Air Cannon Controller - M3592 • MARTIN ® air surge arrestor for MARTIN ® TORNADO air cannons - M3797 ® • MARTIN thermal hood - M3964 •...

  • Page 8: Classification Of The Hazards

    NOTE Contains comments about the installation and/or the product's usage to point out situations which cause neither personal injury nor property damage but include important information. © Martin Engineering GmbH M3727UK-09/15...

  • Page 9: Intended Use

    Also see Fig.4 on page 15 for this. Every other usage of this product is deemed misuse. Please contact Martin Engineering customer service if you would like to use this product for a different purpose. We will be happy to assist you with the product configuration.

  • Page 10: Restrictions On The Use Of The Product

    Usage in a higher equipment protection category or under other operating conditions than those specified by Martin Engineering shall be deemed misuse and is only permitted if approved by Martin Engineering. Operation of this product is only permitted if all parts are in a flawless state.

  • Page 11: Duties Of The Owner-Operator

    Operating, maintenance and installation personnel Personnel are considered authorised when they have been trained on using the product and have read and understood these operating instructions in their entirety. © Martin Engineering GmbH M3727UK-09/15...

  • Page 12: Description Of The Product

    This eliminates the build-ups and restores trouble-free material flow. Fig. 1 Examples of various types of build-ups: • Silo (A) baked on material • Silo (B and C) Arch formation • Silo (D) Rat hole © Martin Engineering GmbH M3727UK-09/15...
  • Page 13 NOTE Martin Engineering assumes no liability for damage to the owner- operator's system caused by improper installation of the air cannon. Have the installation and maintenance performed solely by qualified technicians. Please contact Martin Engineering or a contracted dealer with any questions.

  • Page 14: Size Overview

    NOTE A poorly chosen size can damage the bulk container. This primarily affects incorrect capacities and blow-off sizes. The Martin Engineering customer service will gladly advise you in selecting a suitable size. • Air cannon with 2" blow-off hole:...

  • Page 15: Functional Sequence

    10 bar by filling with air (2, Fig. 2). 2. The filling process is completed when the pressure in the air canon tank reaches the pressure level of the supply line. 3. The air cannon is ready to operate. © Martin Engineering GmbH M3727UK-09/15...
  • Page 16 7. The valve chamber opens and the air flows out through the valve head. 8. The piston is reset (5, Fig.3) by the pressure in the air cannon tank. 9. The compressed air escapes choppily through the blow-off hole (6, Fig. 3). © Martin Engineering GmbH M3727UK-09/15...

  • Page 17: Design Of The Air Cannon Tank

    Fig. 4: As an example The Manufacturer number of the air cannon tank is located on the air cannon tank's nameplate. This number must be specified for spare parts orders and/or any correspondence with Martin Engineering or a contracted dealer. © Martin Engineering GmbH...

  • Page 18: Required Accessories

    The numbers of load changes specified there must not necessarily mark the end of the air cannon's service life. Also note the local regulations for this and to what extent they differ from those of Martin Engineering. © Martin Engineering GmbH...

  • Page 19: Control Variants

    This is 1650 Standard L/min at 8 bar and 1960 Standard L/min at 10 bar. If the flow rate of the filling hose exceeds the permissible blow-off values, then it must either be reduced or a suitably designed safety valve installed. © Martin Engineering GmbH M3727UK-09/15...

  • Page 20: Preparing For The Installation

    Does damage to the packaging exist which indicates damage to the product contained inside? 2. Always record any incompleteness or transport damage discovered in the delivery and have it confirmed by the shipper. All damaged products must be kept for inspection. © Martin Engineering GmbH M3727UK-09/15...
  • Page 21 • Installation and operating materials depending on the scope of the order. • Installation instructions and warning and safety labels. 11. Report any missing or damaged parts to Martin Engineering or one of its contracted dealers. 12. Ensure that sufficiently high pressure relief is provided if compressed air is discharged into closed systems.

  • Page 22: Installation

    Refer to the safety valve documentation for further information. Never use a safety valve with a pressure limit higher than the air cannon tank's allowable operating pressure or with an exhaust output lower than that of the air cannon. © Martin Engineering GmbH M3727UK-09/15...

  • Page 23: Installation Of The Martin Tornado Air Cannon

    ® Installation of the MARTIN TORNADO air cannon The air cannon can only be installed and/or operated in connection with a nozzle and flange bracket. Additional add-ons can optionally be installed. The various components are installed consecutively in each case.

  • Page 24: Installing The Manual Safety Slide

    Blast Guard or the manual safety slide can be installed. ® 5.2.4 Installing the Martin Blast Guard Follow the instructions in the MARTIN ® Blast Guard operating manual for this. 5.2.5 Connecting the air cannon to the flange bracket CAUTION! RISK OF INJURY! Contamination of the valve can cause the air cannon to malfunction.
  • Page 25 3. Place a seal between flanges (A) and (B) and screw the flanges together. NOTE Follow the installation instructions of the respective module if a Martin ® Blast Guard or a manual safety slide is installed. © Martin Engineering GmbH M3727UK-09/15...
  • Page 26 4. Tighten the flange-screw connections evenly, see values in Tab.2. Standard initial tensioning Tightening Initial Screw size force torque tensioning force [kN] [Nm] [kN] 1067 1445 2528 Tab. 2: Installation tightening torques - Strength class 8.8 © Martin Engineering GmbH M3727UK-09/15...

  • Page 27: Installing The Safety Cable

    1. Use a 6 mm fillet weld to connect the enclosed ring nut (Item A in Fig. 6) to a solid and sufficiently sturdy structure (B) above the air cannon. NOTE Use suitable fastening material for bulk containers having properties other than those of steel. © Martin Engineering GmbH M3727UK-09/15...
  • Page 28 NOTE Install the safety cable with a sag of 50 to 75 mm. Secure the ends of any shortened ropes against protruding wires (risk of injury). 6. Repeat steps 2-5 on the air cannon tank. © Martin Engineering GmbH M3727UK-09/15...

  • Page 29: Installing The Air Blast Limiters

    No liability shall be assumed for property damage and/or personal injury due to the usage of components and spare parts not supplied by Martin Engineering. NOTE The connection line between the compressed air supply and the maintenance unit can be any length desired.
  • Page 30 Attach in accordance with the applicable regulations and standards. NOTE Martin Engineering offers safety valves for pressures up to 10 bar as a standard. Check the permissible operating pressure on the nameplate of the air cannon tank before replacing a safety valve.

  • Page 31: Pneumatic Installation Of The 5/2 Way Solenoid Valve

    (B Fig. 7) of the air cannon valve. 4. Use dummy plugs to close the connections (2 and 3 Fig. 7). 5. Install a silencer to the port (5 Fig. 7) of the solenoid valve as an option. Air supply Fig. 7 © Martin Engineering GmbH M3727UK-09/15...
  • Page 32 5.2.11 Pneumatic installation of the solenoid valve cabinet AUTOMATIC MAN. AUTO I ON Fig. 8 © Martin Engineering GmbH M3727UK-09/15...

  • Page 33: Solenoid Valve Cabinet

    Control system (if provided) Electrical control system of the solenoid valve cabinet Power supply / start signal from higher-level control system Air lines for additional air cannons ® Tab. 3: Parts list - MARTIN TORNADO air cannon © Martin Engineering GmbH M3727UK-09/15...
  • Page 34 6. (Optional) Fill the mist oiler with suitable pneumatic oil. NOTE Martin Engineering recommends using the following special oils or alternatives in accordance with DIN 51524-HLP32: • Klueberfood 4 NH 1-32 •...

  • Page 35: Electrical Installation Of The Solenoid Valve Cabinet

    Earth the electrical equipment in accordance with the applicable regulations. NOTE Information on the installation of the solenoid valves and on the design and wiring of the solenoid valve control system can be found in the separate product documentation. © Martin Engineering GmbH M3727UK-09/15...

  • Page 36: Placement Of The Warning Labels And Warning Trailers

    Opening it when the system air cannons or the system is in operation may lead to severe and / or fatal injuries Fig. 9 © Martin Engineering GmbH M3727UK-09/15...

  • Page 37: Commissioning

    1. If multiple tank openings or ports exist, then appropriate warning labels must be attached to all of them. Additional warning labels can be ordered from Martin Engineering or a contracted dealer. 2. Vent all of the compressed air lines.
  • Page 38 • Air cannons with electro-solenoid valve and external control system by a signal from the control system (by button, time sensor,etc.) or by manual actuation of the electro-solenoid valve. © Martin Engineering GmbH M3727UK-09/15...
  • Page 39 NOTE Make certain that the air cannon is always filled with compressed air or protected by a safety slide. This makes it ready to operate at all times and no process material can penetrate it. © Martin Engineering GmbH M3727UK-09/15...

  • Page 40: Maintenance

    Post warning signs. Repair NOTE Defective parts must be replaced or repaired by Martin Engineering. The air cannon must not be started up if it has damaged or leaky parts. © Martin Engineering GmbH...

  • Page 41: Inspection And Maintenance

    / Check the air cannon's Replace defective parts or have 50,000 firings valve, piston and nozzle for them repaired by Martin damage. Engineering. yearly / Check electrical cables and Replace defective cables and 50,000 firings interfaces.
  • Page 42 The owner-operator must perform a recurring test for the air cannon's pressure vessels in accordance with Pressure Vessel Directive (87/40/EWG) Annex I or Pressure Vessel Directive (97/23/EC). NOTE Follow maintenance instructions M3747 for servicing the air cannon valve. © Martin Engineering GmbH M3727UK-09/15...

  • Page 43: Replacement Of The Martin ® Tornado Venting Valve

    ® 6.3.2 Replacement of the MARTIN TORNADO venting valve Removal of the venting valve cap 1. Activate the main handle (1, Fig.11) for unloading the air cannon: Fig. 10 2. Close the safety slide (if provided). Make sure when the air...
  • Page 44 Fig. 13 5. Remove the valve cap from the air cannon valve. Slight turning while lifting can help when the O-rings are dried out. Make certain that the sealing surfaces are not damaged during the deinstallation. © Martin Engineering GmbH M3727UK-09/15...
  • Page 45 1. Grease the O-ring and groove (1, Fig.15) liberally and insert the O-ring into the groove. Ensure that the O-ring is cleanly inserted into the groove and does not fall out again; a risk of damage otherwise exists. Fig. 15 © Martin Engineering GmbH M3727UK-09/15...
  • Page 46 2. Cleanly insert the pistons and springs again if they were removed. O-ring contact surface Fig. 16 3. Replace the valve cap and screw it tight. See Tab. 2 for tightening torques. Fig. 17 © Martin Engineering GmbH M3727UK-09/15...
  • Page 47 6. Slowly apply pressure to the air cannon; please note whether seals deform and/or leaks develop. 7. Wait until the air cannon is full and then fire it. 8. The air cannon is again ready for operation when the firing process functions flawlessly. © Martin Engineering GmbH M3727UK-09/15...

  • Page 48: Troubleshooting

    The air cannon can be used in many different processes. Malfunctions other than those listed in Section 7.2 can therefore occur. In this case, either Martin Engineering or one of its representatives can assist with the positioning or with special solutions. Troubleshooting Check the condition of all of the solenoid valves before performing other repair work.
  • Page 49 Check for leaks. Check the direction of flow in the pipelines. The valve's piston, piston Perform maintenance on the air seat or sleeve is jammed, cannons. worn out or soiled See Section 6.3.2 Tab. 5: Troubleshooting © Martin Engineering GmbH M3727UK-09/15...
  • Page 50 The air cannon The manual safety guard is Open the safety guard. triggers but has no closed. impact. Tab. 5: Troubleshooting © Martin Engineering GmbH M3727UK-09/15...

  • Page 51: Storage, Deinstallation, Disposal

    Storage, deinstallation, disposal Packing and transportation The products described here are packed and shipped by Martin Engineering. The products may be transported solely in the Martin Engineering packaging. The logistics company in charge of the shipment shall be responsible for any damage and/or loss.

  • Page 52: Part Numbers

    ® TORNADO air cannon and its accessories. Spare parts for accessories not listed here can be purchased from Martin Engineering or from one of its sales representatives. Please always indicate the part numbers in every order. © Martin Engineering GmbH...

  • Page 53: Explanation Of Part Numbers

    Explanation of part numbers ® MARTIN TORNADO air cannon XXXXX-aaabcc-defg-hijk+E Assembly part number 37864: 2" air cannon 37798: 4" air cannon 37853: 6" air cannon Container volumes in litres 025: 050: 100: 150: 200: 300: Flange options Standard Screw-on flange...

  • Page 54: Accessories

    NOTE A large number of nozzles and installation plates are available for Martin air cannon installations. They are described and specified in more detail in the installation instructions M3773. Components and retrofit sets for the control system of the compressed air supply •...

  • Page 55: Spare Parts

    • Safety valve (8 bar) Part no.: 21680+E • Safety valve (10 bar) Part no.: 21680-10+E • Air pressure gauge Part no.: 30437-G+E ® • MARTIN TORNADO venting valve conversion set Part no.: 38137-X • 5/2-way solenoid valve Part no. 41380-XXXXX © Martin Engineering GmbH M3727UK-09/15...

  • Page 56: Martin ® Tornado 6-Inch Air Cannon

    ® MARTIN TORNADO 6-inch air cannon TD = Tank diameter / Behälterdurchmesser OH = Overall height / Fill port G3/8" BSP Gesamthöhe Füllanschluß G6" Control port G3/8" BSP / Steueranschluß Fig. 20: Part No. 37853-XXXXXX-XXXX+E *BSP = British Standard Piping ©...
  • Page 57 Adapter flange 4" - 6" / Adapterflansch 36261-190+E 36261-190+E Tank gasket / Behälterdichtung Tank gasket / Behälterdichtung 36263+E 36263+E Tornado valve 6" / Tornadoventil Tornado valve 6" / Tornadoventil 37852-E+E 37852-E+E Air cannon tank / Luftkanonenbehälter Air cannon tank / Luftkanonenbehälter s.C. / s.T.

  • Page 58: Martin ® Tornado 6-Inch Venting Valve

    36173+E O-Ring Ø8,7" / O-Ring 36262 Dual Seal Piston 6" / Dual Seal Kolben 37963+E Tornado valve cap 6" / Tornadoventildeckel 37986-E+E HHC screw M20 x 60 - DIN 933, (1.0032) galv. / 41081-20060BZP88 Sechskantschraube HHC screw M20 x 70 - DIN 933, (1.0032) galv. /...

  • Page 59: Martin ® Tornado 6-Inch Venting Valve Cap

    ® MARTIN TORNADO 6-inch venting valve cap Fig. 22: Part No.: 37986-E & 37986-E+E © Martin Engineering GmbH M3727UK-09/15...
  • Page 60 Plug pipe hex socket R3/8" / Verschlussstopfen 37988 Plug plastic 3/8" / Plastikstopfen 11659 Plug plastic 1" / Plastikstopfen 36011 Straight pipe connector 3/8" - 10/8 mm / Gerade 40028-3810P Einschraubverschraubung Reinforcement bushing 8/7mm for PA-hose 10/8mm / 41127-10 Verstärkungshülse © Martin Engineering GmbH M3727UK-09/15...

  • Page 61: Martin ® Tornado 4-Inch Air Cannon

    ® MARTIN TORNADO 4-inch air cannon TD = Tank diameter / Behälterdurchmesser OH = Overall height / Gesamthöhe Fill port G3/8" BSP Füllanschluß G4" Control port G3/8" BSP / Steueranschluß Fig. 23: Part No. 37798-XXXXXX-XXX+E *BSP = British Standard Piping ©...
  • Page 62 Item / Qty. / Description / Beschreibung P/N / Teile-Nr. Pos. Anz. Tornado Valve 4" / Tornadoventil 37797-E+E Air cannon tank / Luftkanonenbehälter s.C. / s.T. Safety relief valve G1/2" (10 bar) / s.C. / s.T. Federsicherheitsventil Safety cable kit / Sicherheitskabelsatz 32271+E HHC screw M16 x 35 - DIN 933, (1.0032) galv.

  • Page 63: Martin ® Tornado 4-Inch Venting Valve

    35078+E Discharge flange 4" / Ausblasflansch 35081+E Dual Seal Piston 4" / Dual Seal Kolben 37962+E Tornado valve body cap 4" / Ventildeckel 37985-E+E HHC screw M16 x 50 - DIN 933, (1.0032) galv. / 41081-16050BZP88 Sechskantschraube Hex nut M16 - DIN 934, (1.0032) galv. /...

  • Page 64: Martin ® Tornado 4-Inch Venting Valve Cap

    ® 9.10 MARTIN TORNADO 4-inch venting valve cap Fig. 25: Part No.: 37985-E & 37985-E+E © Martin Engineering GmbH M3727UK-09/15...
  • Page 65 90° bow (GF 92) innner/outer R1" / 90° Winkel (GF 92) 41124 innen / aussen R1" Straight pipe connector 3/8" - 10/8 mm / Gerade 40028-3810P Einschraubverschraubung Reinforcement bushing 8/7mm for PA-hose 10/8mm / 41127-10 Verstärkungshülse © Martin Engineering GmbH M3727UK-09/15...

  • Page 66: Martin ® Tornado 2-Inch Air Cannon

    ® 9.11 MARTIN TORNADO 2-inch air cannon OH = Overall height / Gesamthöhe Control port G1/4" / Steueranschluß G2" Fillport G3/8" / Füllanschluß Fig. 26: Part No. 37864-XXXXXX-XXXX+E *BSP = British Standard Piping © Martin Engineering GmbH M3727UK-09/15...
  • Page 67 ND Item / Qty. / Description / Beschreibung P/N / Teile-Nr. Pos. Anz. Tornado valve 2" / Tornadoventil 37862-E+E Air cannon tank / Luftkanonenbehälter s.C. / s.T. Safety relief valve G1/2" (10 bar) / s.C. / s.T. Federsicherheitsventil Safety cable kit / Sicherheitskabelsatz 32271+E HHC screw M16 x 35 - DIN 933, (1.0032) galv.

  • Page 68: Martin Tornado 2-Inch Venting Valve

    35865 Gasket 2" / Flachdichtung 35872 Dual Seal Piston 2" / Dual Seal Kolben 37961 Tornado valve cap 2" / Tornadoventildeckel 37984-E+E HHC screw M16 x 50 - DIN 933, (1.0032) galv. 41081-16050BZP88 / Sechskantschraube Hex nut M16 - DIN 934, (1.0032) galv. /...

  • Page 69: Martin ® Tornado 2-Inch Venting Valve Cap

    ® 9.13 MARTIN TORNADO 2-inch venting valve cap Fig. 28: Part No.: 37984-E & 37984-E+E © Martin Engineering GmbH M3727UK-09/15...
  • Page 70 Plug plastic 3/4" / Plastikstopfen 11663 Straight pipe connector 1/4" - 10/8 mm / Gerade 40028-1410P Einschraubverschraubung Straight pipe connector 3/8" - 10/8 mm / Gerade 40028-3810P Einschraubverschraubung Reinforcement bushing 8/7mm for PA-hose 10/8mm 41127-10 / Verstärkungshülse © Martin Engineering GmbH M3727UK-09/15...

  • Page 71: Air Volume

    5 bar max. 10 bar The quality of the compressed air used must at least fulfill class 5 of the DIN ISO 8573-1 standard. Otherwise, Martin Engineering cannot guarantee flawless operation of the air cannon. 9.15 Field of usage of the air cannon tanks...

  • Page 72: Declaration Of Incorporation

    The commissioning of this product is prohibited until it has been determined that the system in which it is to be installed meets the requirements of versions 98/37/EC and 2006/42/EC of the EC Directive. Date: 21/01/2010 Manufacturer's signature Managing director, Michael Hengl © Martin Engineering GmbH M3727UK-09/15...
  • Page 73 USA (Headquarters) Germany (Main European branch) Martin Engineering Martin Engineering GmbH One Martin Place, 61345 Neponset (Illinois), USA In der Rehbach 14, 65396 Walluf, Germany Tel. +1 (800) 544-2947; Fax +1 (800) 814-1553 Tel. +49 6123 97820; Fax +49 6123 75533 info@martin-eng.com;...

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