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Summary of Contents for All Power Labs PP30

  • Page 1 PP30 Operation Manual   ​ P P30 Cogeneration System...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Fuel Requirements Operating Procedures 7.1 Pre-operation Procedure (15 minutes) 7.2 Start-Up Procedure (15 minutes) 7.3 Shut Down Procedure (20 minutes) Maintenance Procedures Spare Parts Troubleshooting Service Record Form 2 of 27 FILE-004209 - ​ P ower Pallet Operation Manual (PP30)
  • Page 3: Technology Foundations

    1. Technology Foundations  Gasifier Supersystem (gasifier Module) The gasifier system Power Generation Supersystem Power generation system Combined Supersystem Power generation supersystem The gasifier supersystem 3 of 27 FILE-004209 - ​ P ower Pallet Operation Manual (PP30)
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  • Page 5 5 of 27 FILE-004209 - ​ P ower Pallet Operation Manual (PP30)
  • Page 6: Power Pallet Crate Contents

    2. Power Pallet Crate Contents  1. Power Pallet Gasifier System 2. Power Pallet Generator System 3. Charcoal for first start of reactor 4. Various supplies for maintenance operations. 6 of 27 FILE-004209 - ​ P ower Pallet Operation Manual (PP30)
  • Page 7: Safety Procedures

    3. Safety Procedures  7 of 27 FILE-004209 - ​ P ower Pallet Operation Manual (PP30)
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  • Page 9: Required Tools

    ● 6x ~30 gal trash cans or equivalent for fuel loading ● 2x - 3x Carbon Monoxide Sensor ● ABC Fire extinguisher ● Water Hose ● Fork lift ● Big Wipes Heavy Duty Textured Scrubbing Wipes 9 of 27 FILE-004209 - ​ P ower Pallet Operation Manual (PP30)
  • Page 10 ● Timing Light ● Voltmeter ● Cables/dongles for connecting computer to PP to load firmware ● Firmware ● Configuration tools ● DSE Software ● Tunerstudio Software for MS3 Pro 10 of 27 FILE-004209 - ​ P ower Pallet Operation Manual (PP30)
  • Page 11: Power Pallet Set Up

    1000m or less. The power pallet’s power output will be derated at higher altitudes. In case of different conditions, please consult ALL Power Labs. ● Install the PP30 out of direct sunlight. UV from sunlight will damage parts over time. 11 of 27 FILE-004209 - ​...
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  • Page 13: Connecting To Loads

    The following Table of Feedstocks shows the most common ones that have been tested and are known to work, which ones are known to be unusable, and which ones need more testing. For 13 of 27 FILE-004209 - ​ P ower Pallet Operation Manual (PP30)
  • Page 14 Macadamia Nut Shells Excellent shape, not enough testing Cashew Nut Shells Known toxicity, not enough testing Wood Pellets May work depending on size & makeup, pellets prone to 14 of 27 FILE-004209 - ​ P ower Pallet Operation Manual (PP30)
  • Page 15 Burns too hot, releases sulfur and heavy metals Plastics Melts and fouls auger/reactor Manure - Cow, Pig, Chicken, High slag, low energy density Tires Not chemically compatible     15 of 27 FILE-004209 - ​ P ower Pallet Operation Manual (PP30)
  • Page 16: Operating Procedures

    7. Operating Procedures  The following procedures assume that the Power Pallet has been assembled and installed correctly. Training by a certified APL trainer is recommended before operating the PP30 for the first time. 7.1 Pre-operation Procedure (15 minutes)  1. SD card: transfer existing and wipe card before start-up Power Generation Supersystem 2.
  • Page 17: Start-Up Procedure (15 Minutes)

    9. Turn gas blower to maximum. Increase air blower to maintain a strong roaring sound 10. Once Trst is greater than 750°C and Tred is greater than 300°C, start the engine (note: while the engine can be started at lower values, the PP30 system will collect more tar and require more operation and maintenance) 17 of 27 FILE-004209 - ​...
  • Page 18 12. The status screen will confirm that the engine is running. Once the engine has warmed up, the ‘Generator Available’ light will turn on. Press the close generator button (squiggly line symbol) to close the connection to the generator and export power. 18 of 27 FILE-004209 - ​ P ower Pallet Operation Manual (PP30)
  • Page 19: Shut Down Procedure (20 Minutes)

    3. Press the red button to turn off the engine 4. Flare the PP30 by turning the gas and air blowers up to 6, and then open the flare valve and close the engine valve. Let the PP30 flare for 15 mins 5.
  • Page 20 Top off the hopper with fuel. Close the hopper lid securely. Record the amount of fuel loaded. (note this can also be planned to be recorded before fueling the unit) 20 of 27 FILE-004209 - ​ P ower Pallet Operation Manual (PP30)
  • Page 21: Maintenance Procedures

    8. Maintenance Procedures  21 of 27 FILE-004209 - ​ P ower Pallet Operation Manual (PP30)
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  • Page 23 Engine ​ m aintenance schedule (starting page 75)   23 of 27 FILE-004209 - ​ P ower Pallet Operation Manual (PP30)
  • Page 24: Spare Parts

    Spare Parts    APL has provided the following spare parts to minimize equipment downtime. PP30 Spare Parts List: 0–500 hrs ● 4× spare gas blowers ● White lithium grease ● 2× spare spring check valve springs ● 1× spare O​...
  • Page 25: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting  25 of 27 FILE-004209 - ​ P ower Pallet Operation Manual (PP30)
  • Page 26: Service Record Form

    Service Record Form  26 of 27 FILE-004209 - ​ P ower Pallet Operation Manual (PP30)
  • Page 27     REVISION HISTORY  Revision  Description  Date  Author  Updated text information, images, forms and necessary details pertaining to PP30 Operation 06/13/2019 Alejandro Manual. Updated text information and necessary details 06/28/2019 Juan M. Aceves pertaining to PP30 Operation Manual.- Replaced PP30 photos with newest images...

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