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- Page 1 IA M12-M15-M18 01.16 /GB SN 707767 M12-M15-M18...
- Page 2 EN 1127-1 The contents are correct to the best of our knowledge and belief and correspond to the present level of technology. No legal claims can be derived. Technical modifications reserved. Reproduction or duplication only with our express permission. M12-M15-M18...
- Page 3 BÖWE Textile Cleaning GmbH Lochmatt 1A, 77880 Sasbach / Germany T: +49 (0)7841 - 6002 - 200 F: +49 (0)7841 - 6002 - 230 E-Mail: info@bowe-germany.de Internet: www.bowe-germany.de M12-M15-M18...
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- Page 5 Necessary Operating Materials and Chemical Additives Dear Customer, In order to prevent any delays in the commissioning of your M12/M15/M18 drycleaning machine, we ask you to make sure that the following operating materials and chemical additives are available. - Solvent The solvents used must have a flash point that is higher than the temperature stated on the machine nameplate.
- Page 6 Permission to operate the machine becomes invalid in case of non-compliance. BÖWE Textile Cleaning GmbH Lochmatt 1A, 77880 Sasbach / Germany T: +49 (0)7841 - 6002 - 200 F: +49 (0)7841 - 6002 - 230 E-Mail: info@bowe-germany.de Internet: www.bowe-germany.de M12-M15-M18...
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Page 7: Table Of Contents
M12-M15-M18 Contents 1 General Information ................1 Technical Literature ........................... 1 Laws, Ordinances, Regulations ......................1 Corrective Maintenance Work ......................1 2 Safety Regulations ................2 Safe Installation and Commissioning ....................2 Authorized Use ........................... 2 Operation and Maintenance ......................3 Repair Work ............................ - Page 8 M12-M15-M18 Contents 7.2.7 Aeration Lines ..........................43 Electrical Connection ........................44 7.3.1 Permissible Voltage Range ......................45 7.3.2 Control of Room Ventilation ......................46 8 Important Information ..............47 First Startup ............................47 8.1.1 Preparatory Work ........................47 8.1.2 Filling Machine With Solvent ....................... 47 8.1.3...
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Page 9: General Information
- GefStoffV with technical rules (Regulation for hazardous material) - Operating safety regulation Corrective Maintenance Work We recommend that you commission the customer service department of the BÖWE organization for the maintenance, servicing and operating safety of this valuable drycleaning machine. They use original BÖWE spare parts. M12-M15-M18... -
Page 10: Safety Regulations
This drycleaning machine is designed exclusively for operation with solvents with flash points higher than the temperature information on the machine nameplate. (See "Necessary Operating Materials and Chemical Additives"). Handle these solvents directly only when absolutely necessary and wear protective gloves and goggles. M12-M15-M18... -
Page 11: Operation And Maintenance
The manufacturer is not liable for damages resulting from unauthorized use or from changes to the system made without proper authority. The machines M12, M15, and M18 are not intended for use in a potentially explosive area! A classification by zones according to the explosion protection guidelines outside the... -
Page 12: Repair Work
When working on pneumatic control parts, make sure that there is no pressure in the system. Only specially trained refrigeration technicians are authorized to make repairs to the refrigeration unit. All spare parts used must comply with the technical standards set by the manufacturer. M12-M15-M18... -
Page 13: Decommissioning And Disassembling
No unauthorized personnel are allowed in the area of the machine. The daily checks prescribed in the operating instructions represent the minimum requirements. Operating personnel must immediately report any changes in the machine that could affect the safety. M12-M15-M18... - Page 14 If necessary, request a BÖWE customer service technician. The escape of larger amounts of solvent is a reportable malfunction. It must be reported to the responsible authorities, industrial control group, fire department, water resources board or subordinate water authorities. M12-M15-M18...
- Page 15 Use only chemical additives that do not lower the flash point. Ignition sources Protection: Check pockets for cigarette lighters, matches and metallic objects. Do not overload the machine! You must hang up any operating instructions from the Clothing Mutual Indemnity Association in a visible location. M12-M15-M18...
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Page 16: View Of The Machine
Solvent pump Economy filter 2 * Safety trough Filter drive Tanks 1, 2 Condenser Electric steam generator * Adsorption cartridge filter 1* Button trap with lint filter Water separator Tank 3 Pump for still rake out system * Option M12-M15-M18... - Page 17 3 View of the Machine Crossline BÖWE Reinigungsprogramme Wartungs- und Hilfsprogramme HOLD HOLD PROG PROG BÖWE START START STOP STOP 707767-01-A Switch box panel Loading door M12-M15-M18...
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Page 18: Transport
Normally the machine is packed in a crate or shipping box and kept in an upright position when being transported and brought in. Package dimensions (box measurements) M12/M15/M18 Slimline Crossline Width mm(in) 1150(45.3) 1970(77.6) Depth M12-M15 /M18 mm(in) 2290(90.2) /2400(94.5) 1640(64.6) /1750(68.8) Height mm(in) 2410(94.9) 2460(96.8) Entry dimensions after unpacking (without pallet, fan is dismantled) Width mm(in) 1080(42.5) - Page 19 4 Transport Package dimensions (box measurements) M12/M15/M18 on Softpad Slimline Width mm(in) 1650(64.9) Depth M12-M15 /M18 mm(in) 2400(94.5) /2500(98.4) Height mm(in) 2465(97.0) Entry dimensions after unpacking (without pallet, fan is dismantled) Width mm(in) 1500(59.0) Depth M12-M15 /M18 mm(in) 2250(88.6) /2360(92.9)
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Page 20: Installation
Partitions, panels, suspended ceilings and other structures near the machine must be installed in such a way that they do not interfere with the operation, that no heat buildup occurs and that they can be easily removed for maintenance and repair work. M12-M15-M18... -
Page 21: Machine Environment
You must ensure that the air from the machine room cannot escape into a heating room, if there is one in the area. The air from the machine room is not permitted to be fed into the exhaust line of a furnace system. M12-M15-M18... -
Page 22: Place Of Installation
Installation Place of Installation 5.2.1 Space Requirements The machine must be accessible for operation and maintenance and repair work (see hatched areas). Slimline M12-M15: 707767-08-A M12-M15-M18... - Page 23 Installation Slimline M18: 707767-03-A M12-M15-M18...
- Page 24 Installation Crossline M12-M15: 707767-05-A M12-M15-M18...
- Page 25 Installation Crossline M18: 707767-04-A M12-M15-M18...
- Page 26 Installation Slimline M12-M15 Softpad: 707767-20-0 M12-M15-M18...
- Page 27 Installation Slimline M18 Softpad: 707767-21-0 M12-M15-M18...
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Page 28: Machine Dimensions
Crossline Width without angle bracket mm (in) 935 (36.8) 1689 (66.4) Width with angle bracket mm (in) 1080 (42.5) 1840 (72.4) Depth M12-M15 mm (in) 2162 (85.1) 1406 (55.3) Depth M18 mm (in) 2273 (89.) 1536 (60.4) Height inc. trough mm (in) 2260 (88.9) - Page 29 Installation Slimline M12-M15 707767-06-A only by second filter 707767-07-A M12-M15-M18...
- Page 30 Installation Crossline M12-M15 707767-09-A 707767-10-A M12-M15-M18...
- Page 31 Installation Slimline M18 707767-11-A only by second filter 707767-13-A M12-M15-M18...
- Page 32 Installation Crossline M18 707767-14-A 707767-15-A M12-M15-M18...
- Page 33 Height without fan motor mm (in) 2050 (80.7) The dimensions given may differ if special options are used Slimline M12-M15 on Softpad Installation on Softpad will increase the height of the machine by 55 mm (2.1 in). Reinigungsprogramme Wartungs- und Hilfsprogramme...
- Page 34 Installation Slimline M12-M15 on Softpad only by second filter 707767-22-0 707767-24-0 M12-M15-M18...
- Page 35 Installation Slimline M18 on Softpad 707767-27-0 707767-28-0 M12-M15-M18...
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Page 36: Floor Load
Building specialists will find the best solution, from both a structural and economic point of view, for the design of the foundation. They take into consideration the system or machine-related conditions and the local particulars. Use a load dispatcher frame if the permissible load for your floor is not sufficient. M12-M15-M18... - Page 37 Installation M12-M15-M18 on Softpad Slimline on Softpad 1435 1535 1715 Weight without solvent 3164 3384 3781 1604 1735 1946 Weight with solvent (stat. load) 3586 3825 4290 2200 Cage centrifugal force (dyn. load) Forces applied, per all 4 point of...
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Page 38: Foundation
Installation Foundation 5.4.1 Foundations Dimensions Slimline M12-M15 707758-14-A Reinforced concrete Examples for fixing the machine in place Distance to the next machine M12-M15-M18... - Page 39 Installation Crossline M12-M15 707758-15-A Reinforced concrete Examples for fixing the machine in place Room floor surface - concrete slab Use M12 x 300 foundation anchors M12-M15-M18...
- Page 40 Installation Slimline M18 707758-26-A Reinforced concrete Examples for fixing the machine in place Room floor surface - concrete slab M12-M15-M18...
- Page 41 Installation Crossline M18 Machine front 707758-27-A Reinforced concrete Examples for fixing the machine in place Room floor surface - concrete slab Use M12 x 300 foundation anchors M12-M15-M18...
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Page 42: Anchoring Surface
(epoxy resins). 5.4.3 Sound and Vibration Insulation Consult with building and insulation specialists with regard to the use of special foundations, dampers, spring cups or similar devices for special vibration insulation. M12-M15-M18... -
Page 43: Fixing The Machine In Place
Machine Trough The machine trough is a permanently integrated component of the machine. Collecting capacity: M12-M15: Slimline: 180 l (47.6 US gal), Crossline: 213 l (56.2 US gal) M18: Slimline: 190 l (50.1 US gal), Crossline: 233 l (61.5 US gal) Material: St1203 /1.0330.03 /3 mm(.1 in) /S235 JRG2 painted... - Page 44 (See foundation schematic, Point 5.4) Position the machine or attach the angle bracket and level. The angle bracket must lie flat against the ceiling. If the floor is uneven, level the machine with wedges and even out the surface with filler (epoxy resins). M12-M15-M18...
- Page 45 For further steps, refer to the information provided by the plug manufacturer. Note the hardening time. Position the machine or attach the angle bracket and level. If the floor is uneven, level the machine with wedges and even out the surface with filler (epoxy resins). Tighten the nuts evenly. M12-M15-M18...
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Page 46: Connection
Connection Dimensioned Drawing of the Machine Connections Slimline M12-M15-M18 707767-16-0 We reserve the right to change dimensions! Item Medium Inch mm (in) mm (in) Steam heater battery machine 85 (3.3) 1495 (58.8) - Page 47 Connection Crossline M12-M15-M18 707767-17-0 We reserve the right to change dimensions! Item Medium Inch mm (in) mm (in) Steam heater battery machine 860 (33.8) 1495 (58.8) Steam distillation 10 (0.4)
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Page 48: Lines And Pipelines
Operating pressure 4 - 5 bar (58 - 72.5 psi) saturated steam. If the admission pressure is more than 5 bar (72.5 psi), build in a reducing valve with pressure gauge and safety valve. Peak steam demand (large steam generator): M12, M15, M18 0.6 kg/min (1.3 lbs/min) Drying Distillation 0.6 kg/min (1.3 lbs/min) -
Page 49: Cooling Water Supply
(29 - 58 psi). (Minimum pressure 2.0 bar (29 psi), maximum pressure 6.0 bar (87 psi) A manually operated stop valve should be fitted. Peak cooling water demand 2 - 4 bar (29 - 58 psi) (12 °C/53.6 °F): M12, M15, M18 9 l/min (2.4 US gal/min) Drying/detergent solution cooler Distillation 10l/min (2.6 US gal/min) - Page 50 58 – 87 58 - 87 58 - 87 Heat to be dissipated over cooling water* : kJ/cycle (approx) 24800 30400 35900 * refers to water without additives Also refer to the separate installation and operating instructions for the rechilller. M12-M15-M18...
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Page 51: Cooling Water Outlet
The venting ducts of the machine must lead without diminished cross section into the open or via open funnel and cock valve to the room venting system (if existing). It must be ensured that the venting does not lead to areas with high explosion risks or to ignitation sources. M12-M15-M18... -
Page 52: Electrical Connection
In case of a fault current breaker integrated in the building it is recommandable to make sure, if it is applicable to the machine with variable speed drive. Operating load Max. current Fuse M12-M15-M18 400 V, 50 Hz Steam /electric without distillation 7 /16 25 /38... -
Page 53: Permissible Voltage Range
Not allowed; requires external > 424 V > 244 V adjustment Range Primarily 230-V power system Not allowed; requires external < 207 V adjustment Normal working range 207 V to 244 V 703904-18-0 Not allowed; requires external > 244 V adjustment M12-M15-M18... -
Page 54: Control Of Room Ventilation
The air renewal rate can be limited to 5 per hour if the calculation results in a larger numerical value. 703904-17-0 Terminals in switch panel External room ventilation - room ventilation fan M12-M15-M18... -
Page 55: Important Information
260 l / 68.7 US gal Total filling amount M18: approx. 300 l / 79.2 US gal Total filling amount M12 for the 3-tank model: approx. 280 l / 73.9 US gal Total filling amount M15 for the 3-tank model: approx. -
Page 56: Refilling Solvent
8.1.3 Refilling Solvent Follow the procedure given in Point 8.1.2 for routine refilling of solvent. Attention: Even empty containers can still hold solvent residues. Therefore tightly seal the container (barrel) again and store or dispose of in accordance with regulations! M12-M15-M18... -
Page 57: Vacuum Pump
You must keep a record of the quantities of cooling agent used and present this record to the authorities upon demand. Only people who have the necessary special knowledge and technical equipment are authorized to service and decommission refrigeration units. M12-M15-M18... -
Page 58: Technical Specifications
40 (10.6) Distillation filling l/ US gal 120 (31.7) 120 (31.7) Cartridge filter l/ US gal 15 (6.6) 15 (6.6) Jumbo Cartridge Filter l /US gal 40 (10.5) 40 (10.5) The dimensions given may differ if special options are used M12-M15-M18... - Page 59 Consumption per cycle: * Electric energy, total 2.85 Saturated steam, total kg (lbs) 11.0 (24.2) Cooling water, total (12 °C(53.6°F) l (US gal) 180 (47.5) 180 (47.5) Compressed air (6 bar/87 psi) l (US gal) 6 (1.6) 6 (1.6) M12-M15-M18...
- Page 60 For portion of the floor surface for force transmission, see Installation Instructions, Point. 5.3.1 Refers to water without additives Subject to change! All values were taken under testing conditions with HC and can deviate in practice! With silicones (e.g. GreenEarth) drying times will be extended by up to 10 minutes. M12-M15-M18...
- Page 61 40 (10.6) Distillation filling l/ US gal 120 (31.7) 120 (31.7) Cartridge filter l/ US gal 15 (4) 15 (4) Jumbo Cartridge Filter l /US gal 40 (10.5) 40 (10.5) The dimensions given may differ if special options are used M12-M15-M18...
- Page 62 Consumption per cycle: * Electric energy, total 3.25 11.4 Saturated steam, total kg (lb) 14 (30.8) Cooling water, total (12 °C(53.6°F) l (US gal) 220 (58.1) 220 (58.1) Compressed air (6 bar/87 psi) l (US gal) 6 (1.6) 6 (1.6) M12-M15-M18...
- Page 63 For portion of the floor surface for force transmission, see Installation Instructions, Point 5.3.1 Refers to water without additives Subject to change! All values were taken under testing conditions with HC and can deviate in practice! With silicones (e.g. GreenEarth) drying times will be extended by up to 10 minutes. M12-M15-M18...
- Page 64 40 (10.6) Distillation filling l/ US gal 120 (31.7) 120 (31.7) Cartridge filter l/ US gal 15 (6.6) 15 (6.6) Jumbo Cartridge Filter l /US gal 40 (10.5) 40 (10.5) The dimensions given may differ if special options are used M12-M15-M18...
- Page 65 Consumption per cycle: * Electric energy, total 3.65 13.5 Saturated steam, total kg (lb) 17.0 (37.5) Cooling water, total (12 °C(53.6°F) l (US gal) 260 (68.6) 260 (68.6) Compressed air (6 bar/87 psi) l (US gal) 6 (1.6) 6 (1.6) M12-M15-M18...
- Page 66 For portion of the floor surface for force transmission, see Installation Instructions, Point. 5.3.1 Refers to water without additives Subject to change! All values were taken under testing conditions with HC and can deviate in practice! With silicones (e.g. GreenEarth) drying times will be extended by up to 10 minutes. M12-M15-M18...
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Page 67: Settings And Optimum Operating Values
Temp. sensor after cooler: Alarm value, 1 °C(°F) 30(86) 30(86) Alarm value, 2 °C(°F) 35(95) 35(95) Safety temperature limiter after cooler:* °C(°F) 45 (113) 45 (113) Safety temperature limiter cage inlet:* °C(°F) 100 (212) 100 (212) * at flash point >55°C (131°F) M12-M15-M18... - Page 68 Thermal sensor, distilled solvent * °C (°F) (113) (113) Restrictor in steam feeder (in) (.24) (.24) Vacuum pressure control minus 75 minus 75 Temperature sensor heater element (electric) °C(°F) 230 (446) 230 (446) * at flash point >55°C (131 °F) M12-M15-M18...
- Page 69 °C(°F) 75(167) Temp. sensor after cooler: Alarm value, 1 °C(°F) 30(86) Alarm value, 2 °C(°F) 35(95) Safety temperature limiter after cooler:* °C(°F) 45 (113) Safety temperature limiter cage inlet:* °C(°F) 100 (212) * at flash point >55°C (131 °F) M12-M15-M18...
- Page 70 Residue draining °C (°F) (131) Thermal sensor, distilled solvent * °C (°F) (113) Restrictor in steam feeder (in) (.24) Vacuum pressure control minus 75 Temp. sensor heater element (el.) °C(°F) 230 (446) * at flash point >55°C (131 °F) M12-M15-M18...
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Page 71: Safety Remarks Located On The Machine
- ausgeschalteter Maschine und - kalter Destillierblase durchführen Clean still only if - machine is switched off and - distillation is cold Nettoyer l’alambic seulement si: -La machine est hors de fonctionement - Le distillateur est revenu à températur ambiante SN 708075 M12-M15-M18... - Page 72 12 kg /30 lbs 15 kg /35 lbs Zulässige Füllmenge Zulässige Füllmenge Max. filling capacity Max. filling capacity Capacité admissible Capacité admissible SN 800195 SN 800196 18 kg /40 lbs Zulässige Füllmenge Max. filling capacity Capacité admissible SN 800197 M12-M15-M18...
- Page 73 If you inhale concentrated vapor, go out into the fresh air immediately If you get solvent in your eyes, rinse with water and contact a physician immediately Disposal: When stored, the solvent must be kept in closed containers and must be disposed of by experts only. M12-M15-M18...
- Page 74 BÖWE Textile Cleaning GmbH Lochmatt 1A, 77880 Sasbach / Germany T: +49 (0)7841 - 6002 - 200 F: +49 (0)7841 - 6002 - 230 E-Mail: info@bowe-germany.de Internet: www.bowe-germany.de...
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